Puka Dog Hawaiian Style Hot Dogs - Poipu, Hawaii

Marta I.

Brutales. El mejor perrito que he probado, se nota la calidad de la carne y el pan es súper tierno. Las salsas de frutas tropicales hacen que sea súper diferente. La limonada la hacen al momento y está riquísima. Hay cola pero avanza rapído.

Cristina E. R.

Deliciosos
El habanero me encantó aunque le falta más picante
La limonada muy fresca

Silvia R.

Súper buenos los hot dogs! Fuimos 2 veces y nos gustó mucho. Mezclan la carne con salsa dulce está delicioso! Recomiendo la de mango. Cerca de la playa de Poipu y hay mesas de picnic para comérselo.

Mike

Super bueno uno de mis sitios favoritos el precio está muy bien y todo está riquísimo

Ryan R.

Puka Dog is a must-try when in Kauai! It’s a fun, unique twist on a classic hot dog with delicious tropical flavors that make it stand out from anything else. Perfect for a quick bite before hitting the beach.

Pros:

✔ Hawaiian-Style Hot Dogs – The soft, toasted bun with a hole in the middle perfectly cradles the sausage and toppings.
✔ Delicious Toppings – The tropical relishes (mango, pineapple, star fruit, etc.) and garlic lemon sauce add a great sweet-savory kick.
✔ Fun & Unique Experience – A great local treat that’s easy to customize to your taste.
✔ Perfect Beach Snack – Grab one and enjoy it while sitting by the ocean.

Cons:

✖ Long Lines – It’s a popular spot, so expect a wait, especially during peak hours.
✖ A Bit Pricey – For a hot dog, it’s on the expensive side, but you’re paying for the experience as well.
✖ Limited Seating – Not much room to sit, so it’s best to take it to-go.

Final Verdict:
If you’re in Kauai, Puka Dog is a fun and tasty experience that’s worth trying at least once. Just be ready for a bit of a wait, and take your meal to the beach for the best experience!

Ryan V.

These things are addictive. We waited in line for about 15 minutes and it was very worth it. I did the lava with the mango and it had the perfect amount of heat. Directly across the street is Piopu beach - the perfect place to enjoy the dog. We were fortunate to find green turtles chilling on the beach. It was fantastic

Jaclyn C.

This place is amazing. Best hot dog I’ve ever had in my life (I’ve already gone back twice in 3 days). Service is prompt and friendly. But let’s turn our attention to the hot dog. The dog itself is incredibly tasty sausage. The garlic sauce is phenomenal. I tried papaya relish on one dog (my favorite) and star fruit on my other (still delicious but doesn’t compare to the papaya). Grab your dog and head across the street to catch some snoozing sea turtles. A must visit while in Kauai.

Lorraine R.

The line may seem a bit much, but way worth the wait. It moves quickly they have their orders to be filled dialed in! We ordered a total of five - one veggie dog. As soon as you walk in catch the attention of the person handing the completed orders to the customers and share with them you would like a veggie dog (step one protein). Veggie dogs are cooked to order. The second step is the sauce at different spice levels; mild is no spice, spicy is tasty not spicy other levels - try them higher if you want spicy. The next step is the relish…The coconut relish is tasty, has the texture of shaved coconut. Mango relish not too sweet, jammy texture. Pineapple relish was good too. All of us got different combinations. The bread is soft and soaks up the sauce and relish.
-You order inside and then go outside to eat your order on the beach or at the picnic tables with a view of the beach. Or tailgate your order.
TIP: If you want to only order shaved ice, deli sandwich, or a drink walk to the front of the line.