Times Supermarket - Kahala

Danielle Guthrie

2024-04

Staff are really helpful. Gotta watch their pricing. Sometimes, items ring up for a different price than advertised. I've purchased expired items twice on accident, soy milk, and coconut water.

Chris Maeda

2024-04

Great produce section except they are always out of long beans. Times is owned by Don Quijote so the store is like a mini version of the big donki store in town, with lots of Japanese stuff like ohagi cakes and even some gundam model kits.

Shannon E

2024-02

Many local favorites can be found here, like mochis, haupia pies, etc. They have a variety of fresh and packaged produce. They have a well stocked deli with plates to go, bentos and sushi. The staff is helpful and friendly.

JMAC

2022-05

10/21/21Unfortunately, lately, prices in their foodservice area have significantly increased in a matter of days, not weeks. Understandably, the supply chain problems have affected a lot of consumer goods, and as a frequent customer, I can appreciate this. Other stores have compensated for their increases in different, creative ways. Not sure why they haven't. To simply raise bento prices by $1 or $2, is actually pretty ridiculous and shows a lack of vision. They have had a good following of seniors, construction workers and price conscious repeat eaters. I'm one of them there at least four times a week. I really wish they would have done it in increments or at least warn us so we could plan our lunch and dinner budgets. I, and many others I often see there, want to stay loyal, but why bother when my Amazon membership gives me better deals at Whole Foods, with better quality. One of the best deals, Times Unagii Bento, that used to sell out, jumped a whole $1 - overnight, to $9.99. Myself and another regular commented about the jump in price, and the noticeably reduced portions. Customers aren't stupid.. We both put it back down, browsed a little more, and left the store. Pretty sad to shock your loyal customers that way. I thought it was a neighborhood type store but not getting that feeling lately. Hence, the 3 stars - was 4. I'm pretty sure more customers will jump somewhere else, if they haven't already. There are other deals in the Kahala area, if you hunt. Stay tuned if Times actually takes the time to communicate and show they care to their loyal customers. At least offer helpful alternatives. Let us know how long these prices will last, etc. Need feedback from your customers? Ask! Servers there are still friendly and helpful, thank goodness. Upper management, I dunno!4/10/21I frequent the foodservice area here about 3 - 4 times a week. I'll browse and buy something at least half the time. It's been, especially during Covid, a pretty good value. It's evident by the crowds you see if you go as often as I do. They've evolved from regulars to seniors, military and construction workers. It's also reasonable enough where people can afford to go more than once a week.Sunday, I had a portion of Pot Roast for $7.99. Ample serving, tender, good proportion of potatoes and carrots, and a whole lotta beef, sliced like how it's supposed to be, and not in chunks. I also had a quick tuna salad for $4.99.They have a daily plethora of hot bentos and cold poke bowls or sushi trays. You can get a complete bento or ala carte your lunch and dinner. You just have to search and shop smartly here. There are a number of options to keep yourself healthy and happy. The grab and go sandwiches are a pretty good value too, especially the hero subs - gigantic! My favorite is the Passion Turkey Sandwich. Have that with a bag of chips or a side of slaw.Will post more pics as I go but absolutely worth giving a try. The value is definitely there in these challenging "Times". Oh, and don't forget the Sumo Breakfast and try the Chorizo Hash. It's outta bounds!3/23/21: The Unagi Bento is off the hook! Easily, one of the best deals in town at $8.99. It flies off the counter as soon as it gets to the counter. I keep telling them to put more out cause it's money!! And couldn't resist a portion of Roast Turkey with gravy and cranberry sauce! Where else can you get your turkey fix on a Tuesday.3/26/21A plethora of choices!3/27/21Where else in the Kaimuki / Kahala area can you get good, authentic tasting Japanese side condiments. Hijiki and Yasai Takiawase.4/10/21They've just stared taking appointments for the J&J vaccine. Awesome sauce! 🤙4/16/21Seafood counter has pretty good stuff at periodically good prices when fish is at a high $$$. Staff is always accommodating.12/24/21Guava Ribs is soft, tender, tasty and off the hook! Shop here still like 5 days a week or more. The food concession still offers one of the better values in the area. Some things can be pricey but a lot of deals too. Back to 4 stars! 🤙✌

Cyndi Garcia

2024-05

I love getting plate lunches here. Fresh and delicious. Plus, the bentos are delish, too!

Simeon David

2023-06

I’ve frequented this times on multiple occasions and am a teller at one of the banks next door to them. I’ve built a few relationships with the staff there and I’m a bitten sadden by my experience today. I worked out prior to going shopping and thought why not walk over and buy my groceries instead of driving. I walked in with my tights and a backpack and all sweaty and as I began my shopping experience, I began being watched. Working as security prior to the bank I know the steps taken to prevent theft. As I continued shopping more and more employees began circling me one even stood behind me and crossed his arms while giving me dirty looks as I shopped for chicken. As I walked to the register the two of them followed me and one made like he was talking to a cashier but was just watching me check out. They also had another employee who looked like he was from grocery posted at the door. I left with no issues obviously cause I wasn’t going to do anything but as I walked home I debated on whether or not I should say something.As I walked home I began analyzing what I could’ve done better to avoid that situation or draw attention to myself. As a tall native Hawaiian I’m not ignorant to the fact that people judge me or are intimidated by me based off my appearance. I think “maybe next time I’ll just wear brighter colors or for go the tights” but why? Others are able to go in and have a normal shopping experience why is it on a day I choose to be spontaneous I am somewhat criminalized for it?I don’t think I’ll stop shopping at this times, it’s convenient for me and I like the little interactions I have with the staff that knows me. I originally didn’t plan on saying anything but how can people be better if they don’t know what they did was wrong.

trd Drt

2024-03

The rotisserie beef requires jaws of steel. The meat was so tough and some portions were just fat. I would recommend it

Kaui'lani K.

2021-05

A busy Supermarket it is. If you take the Waialae offramp heading east, at the traffic light or 21rst Avenue Times Supermarket will be visible on the right. This store has been in this location over 20years. A constant flow of customers throughout the day. Upon as you enter the produce department is there to greet you following the Seafood Department. Continue counterclockwise the meat department and a Full Service Pharmacy located directly in the back center of the store. A full service deli to serve with a wide assortment of bakery goods right next door. Customer Service now fronts the 8 aisle of cash registers all performing their duties safely behind a shield. Never had a problem with inventory always seemed well stocked. We shop here at least 2x month, I would recommend this place to shop!

Ramsie Padilla (Ramie)

2024-03

Nice store, chilly but clean. Had most what i wanted, need to shop between Tuesday-Sat.( Sun-Mon stock starts to run down)

Aj Sue

2024-01

Nice little grocery store filled with all the things you need. Good hot to go options and baked treats. Nice staff too!

xrhstos

2024-03

fantsatic store! the staff was so hospitable when i needed help, everything was tidy and clean! mahalo to my ʻohana at east honollulu! 🤙🤙🤙, just was very cold , i visited during winter so it was chilly and windy outside

Sallie Madamba

2024-04

Love shopping there even though I live in Aina Hina, was excited to get the corned beef today but was shocked the packet was with my corned beef how can this happen

Merri Bea McGarry

2024-03

This store has everything a local girl wants!!! Including baked Okinawan sweet potato! Yumyumyumyum.

Dan Yamane

2023-11

They have the best fresh poke bowls. Make sure you go to the right in the back by the fresh fish to pick up your poke bowls. The also have the best prices.

Pokash Productions

2023-10

Love Times supermarket and I not saying that cuz I used to work for the company. They have a great selection and the cashiers always have a suggestion of foods for me to try. Sneaky sales tactics! But they not wrong about what they recommend so I always go back for the next great thing to try.

Mahsay

2023-08

Great convenient location right off the freeway east bound, or a simple Uturn westbound.Grocery esp produce is always fully stocked.The hot foods/sushi/sides at this location is prime. Inexpensive grab and go items.This Times has self check out which is so convenient. Attendants for the self check out so friendly and helpful.Staff always friendly and kind.

Shirl Fusato

2024-01

A convienent place to shop with lots of parking. The hot prepared foods are good too. For example the beef stew and laulau/kalua pig.

L Kane

2020-05

The location of this store has been occupying this space over 20years. Easy location to see and access as you exit the freeway into the Kahala area. An in-store bank available with a seafood, bakery and deli available.

Edmund Wang

2023-12

Brought the clam chowder 2 for $5.00 today, but charge me $4.39 each, plan to see cashier tomorrow. And that's how Safeway lose their business before, they keep making this kind of mistakes make you thinking that they been doing that in purpose.

Charles Pickett (Chucky Chux)

2019-05

Love this supermarket, they take pride in what they sale. Pictures speak for themselves, produce is always fresh and well stocked. The store is always clean and the staff always friendly and wanting to help. This is my go to spot for food shopping, good job to all of the Times Supermarkets

Beverly Javier Tachibana

2023-08

On the East side of Honolulu, the Kahala Times has the most varied and comprehensive selection of Asian groceries. It's my go-to supermarket when I need to replenish my Japanese, Korean, Filipino, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese staples. In addition, they have a good variety of Mexican items as well. I also appreciate their Asian vegetables which are usually in stock.

Spencer McMaster

2023-11

Amazing lunch options! I’ve always been skeptical of super market food, but the lunches I’ve gotten here have been amazing and fresh - also great prices!

Wayne Kadekawa

2024-03

Large bento and sushi area for a fast snack. parking lot with lots of space

Jus Ar

2023-06

My post and pre-work visits. They always seem to have what I need. my go to spot for lunch and wide variety of cold soft drinks.

Joe Koa

2024-04

Da best sushi out of all the 'Times super markets'

Rodrigo Feracini

2020-05

Nice local store. Everything you need and very friendly staff.

Marshapelo

2023-10

The clerks at the self serve checkout always looked like they hate their job. I feel like walking on egg shells if they scold me for making a mistake at the scanning machine. At the Long Drugs just around the corner the clerks there are complete opposite. Thank god for Google reviews. I would never complain in person because I'm an introvert.

Alexander Sakamoto

2023-05

Love Kahala times! Not only it's close to where I live but the great selection and freshness of the produce is amazing. The seafood department where you have so many varieties of poke is amazing! The staff there is very nice and friendly! Even if I lived far away I would still shop at Kahala times! Great job Kahala!!

Katherina Bui

2017-05

This is a pretty good place to shop. My favorite is the bakery inside, St. Germain

Veronica Lindo

2023-12

Great assortment of foods and other products. Courteous staff.