Von's Chicken: 3.7 (out of 4)

Von's at Palama Market (Makaloa)

Fried chicken wings 3.7 stars (out of 4). $23

> Juicy, crispy. Just needs some side sauce.

Fried rice 3.0 (out of 4) $5

> This is from the market. Kim chi fried rice is better. Also has spam cubes.

Olina Cafe

Azuki smoothie 2.7 (out of 4). $6

Not as good as the one from Coffee & Tea in McCully. This one has a strong sesame seed flavor. Can't really taste the azuki beans. Still pretty good. #palamamarket #chickenwings

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