Kekaulike Market is a Chinatown market at 1039 Kekaulike St in Honolulu, with stalls selling fresh produce, fish, pork and traditional Chinese goods. Browse the colorful displays for fruit such as lychee, pineapple and mango, or look for ingredients that can be hard to find in supermarkets. The market’s close-set booths and narrow aisles give the visit the feel of a working wet market. Expect a wet, noisy environment, and take time to look around and talk with vendors.
Inside the market
Kekaulike Market is made up of numerous booths, with tight aisles running between them. The market extends into the area outside, where shoppers and sellers meet around the daily trade. Its focus is on the goods themselves, from fresh ingredients to traditional Chinese products.
Fruit and ingredients
Look for lychee, pineapple and mango among the fresh fruit. The stalls also sell fish, pork and Chinese vegetables, with ingredients that can be difficult to find in supermarkets. If you are unsure what a product is or how to use it, ask a vendor.
FAQ
Where is Kekaulike Market?
It is at 1039 Kekaulike St in Honolulu’s Chinatown.
What can you buy at Kekaulike Market?
Stalls sell fresh produce, fish, pork and traditional Chinese goods. Fruit can include lychee, pineapple and mango.
When is a festive time to visit?
Lunar New Year celebrations bring a festive atmosphere to the market.
