Giovanni's Shrimp Truck

Seafood restaurant · Haleiwa

Giovanni's Shrimp Truck

Seafood restaurant · Haleiwa

66-472 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712

Highlights

Giovanni's Shrimp Truck is a quirky, graffiti-covered pit stop in Haleiwa serving up flavorful shrimp plates and a unique garlic hot dog, perfect for a casual Hawaiian bite.

66-472 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712 Get directions

giovannisshrimptruck.com

$10–20

@afar

"Food trucks often frequent the mellow North Shore surf-town of Hale‘iwa—and Giovanni's remains the fan favorite! Each platter contains two scoops of rice and a dozen jumbo shrimp: lemon-butter, hot and spicy, or the classic garlic-rich scampi-style. Add hot sauce or a side of homemade mac salad... or go rogue with a garlic hot dog smothered in scampi sauce. The truck was initially crisp and white, but has been steadily graffitied with the signatures of chefs and customers since the mid-90's. Today it parks across from McDonald's, but has added a pavilion and picnic tables. Or visit the original Giovanni's White Shrimp Truck at 56-505 Kamehameha Highway in Kahuku."

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@nymag

"Eventually we got hungry, so we headed to Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck, another place that we love. We got married on Oahu in 2018, and we had our rehearsal dinner there."

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Serene Liew

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The food at this shrimp truck was delicious, with fresh and flavorful shrimp cooked to perfection. However, the dining experience was impacted by an issue with flies. It was hard to fully enjoy the meal with so many flies around. If they could address this, it would be a fantastic spot for a casual meal. The food is worth it, but I recommend taking it to-go for a better experience.

Philip Chao

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I had to visit here as I heard all the rave reviews about this shrimp truck. I had a good experience. The service is top notch. The staff are patient, friendly and hard working. The menu is simple and the prices are typically high. The garlic hot dog was from Costco and definitely not worth it. The shrimp was well prepared and tasty but the rice had too much water. The macaroni salad was not to my liking and the rest of my family didn't enjoy it as well. Wait times are always long as there are so many people visiting constantly.

RYAN BAUGHMAN

Google

So worth it! We ordered the Shrimp Scampi, and it was spectacular. The shrimp were perfectly cooked, tender, and coated in a buttery garlic sauce that was so flavorful. We also got a side of their hot sauce, which added the perfect kick without overpowering it. It complemented the scampi beautifully and brought a whole new level of flavor to the meal. The casual, open-air setting made the experience feel authentically Hawaiian - a laid-back vibe with bold, unforgettable flavors. Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck is a must for anyone visiting the North Shore.

Jehangir Syed

Google

Good spot for some famous Giovanni's shrimp. Tried the garlic shrimp scampi and liked it. Sprinkling some lemon juice on top really brings out the flavour. Good portion size. It's a decent food truck spot with some seating but perhaps not the most sanitary. Be ready for lots of flies.

Colin Kwok

Google

The food at Giovanni’s is absolutely delicious! The shrimps we tried were bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend the garlic shrimps, the vibe of this place is causal and relaxing, love it!

Karl Bower

Google

Giovanni’s Shrimp is definitely more of a novelty spot than a go-to for amazing food. While the hype and reputation draw you in, the shrimp itself is pretty mid-level in quality—nothing that really stands out or feels worth the long lines. It’s fun to experience once, especially for the atmosphere and the iconic food truck vibe, but it feels more like a “check it off the list” kind of place than somewhere you’d rush back to. If you’re in the area and curious, it’s worth trying, but temper your expectations. Three stars for the experience, but the food doesn’t quite live up to the buzz. Maybe next time I will order something other than the Shrimp Scampi to give that a fair shot.

HyunKyu Lee

Google

Stopped by after visiting the Dole Plantation with my family. I had been wanting to try this place whenever I visited Oahu because of all the amazing reviews, but unfortunately, it didn’t live up to the hype. It might have just been an off day, but the rice was overcooked and mushy, and the shrimp was nothing special—just pretty average. Now that I’ve tried it, I don’t think I’ll be coming back.

Adriana Lopez

Google

I had an amazing experience here three years ago, but my recent visit didn’t quite live up to my memories. The location still has that great North Shore vibe, complete with free-range chickens, but the garlic shrimp wasn’t as good as I remembered, and the rice was a bit too watery for my taste. The flies were overwhelming, which made it a bit challenging to enjoy the meal.

@afar

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@nymag

"Eventually we got hungry, so we headed to Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck, another place that we love. We got married on Oahu in 2018, and we had our rehearsal dinner there."

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Serene Liew

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Philip Chao

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RYAN BAUGHMAN

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Jehangir Syed

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Colin Kwok

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Karl Bower

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HyunKyu Lee

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Adriana Lopez

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