The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach
Our verdict
The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach is listed as permanently closed following the June 22, 2026 status audit.

The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach is listed as permanently closed.
Frequently asked questions
What's the general vibe of The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach?
The Sunrise Shack at Sunset Beach operates out of a roadside format on Kamehameha Highway in Haleiwa, placing it squarely in North Shore surf culture rather than Honolulu's urban dining scene. The setting is open-air and casual, oriented around a quick stop before or after time in the water. Expect a crowd that skews local and surf-adjacent rather than hotel-tourist.
Where is The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach located?
The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach is located at 59-158 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712.
Is The Sunrise Shack at Sunset Beach worth the drive from central Honolulu?
The Kamehameha Highway address in Haleiwa puts the Shack on Oahu's North Shore, roughly along the route most visitors take to reach Sunset Beach and the surf breaks of the area. For anyone already making that drive, the stop adds a concrete drinks anchor to the trip. It fits naturally into a North Shore day rather than standing as a standalone destination from town.
What's the signature drink at The Sunrise Shack - Sunset Beach?
The Sunrise Shack is known for casual drinks suited to the North Shore heat and surf schedule. The drinks program leans toward functional, ingredient-conscious formats rather than cocktail-bar complexity. Specific menu items rotate, so checking current offerings at the Haleiwa location directly is the reliable approach.
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