7-Eleven

This location is a solid 3.5 for me but I’m going to raise it to 4 stars because of an employee I encountered this morning, Pou (Puo). I apologize for not remembering her name, but she made a great impression on me.
Yes the last few reviews for here have not been great. The parking is extremely tight which is why I often avoid this location. However, this morning I was able to find a stall. The store seemed well-​stocked and clean. The employees I encountered appeared friendly especially with their regular customers.
Am I likely to return to this location? It’s tough because the parking is a really difficult at times, but I liked that Pou/​Puo reported that all new things to come to 7 – 11 are found here.
#1 of 100 2016

Worse F-​ing 7 – 11 I’ve ever been to! I’ve never felt so ashamed and embarrassed at ANY 7 – 11 EVER!!! Tonight is Sunday 11/​29/​2015, and I was there at 11:30 pm. I’m hoping corporate will see this message and do something about it. Two older ladies, both with bad attitudes! One with glasses, the other with horrible makeup.
I have always purchased the huge 64 oz. insulated Big Gulp drinking mugs. Great price, $ 14 mug, with one free fill-​up, and unlimited $ 1.35 refills for two years (they come out with new designs each year). I highly suggest you purchase these mugs. They are better than those flasks everyone seems to be addicted to. Anyway, at every other 7 – 11 I’ve been to, I have NEVER been charged to fill up my cup with water. When I purchased my current mug, I didn’t fill it up (there’s a sticker on the mug that has the free fill-​up code). Every time I take it to a 7 – 11 and fill it with water, I tell them I have water, and they let me walk out. THIS 7 – 11 wasn’t so nice. I walked up to the cashier (who was watching a guy that looked suspicious), then started to ring up my refill. I told her, «oh this is just water.» She looked at me as if I was lying, so I popped open the lid. Before I could take it off she said it’s still $ 1.35. So I asked if I can use my free fill-​up code since it never got used. She proceeded to ask the lady next to her, who misunderstood and assumed my cashier didn’t know about the $ 1.35 refill (which she did), and told her «no it’s $ 1.35, we sell that cup.» So I told her the situation, and my cashier (with a bitchy tone) asked «how did you get that cup?! they were supposed to take it off!» So I explained how I only purchased the cup without a refill, and I only get water which they never charge me for. She asked which store, I told her, then said «well thats that store, we don’t know if you really purchased that cup.» I never felt so embarrassed in front of all those customers. She thought I stole the cup!!!
7 – 11 needs to get all their employees on the same page. Either charge for water or don’t! I’m happy paying, but don’t make me look an asshole thief. I hate those two bitches… they ruined my night! Never going back to that 7 – 11 ever again.

Slurpie machines are always broken at this one. And the stench from outside is worse at night… usually I go during the day and it still smells. I’ve grown up on 7 – 11 since I was a little kid in Kalihi. But now I can’t even my own kids there cause we have walk across pee or poop, or the homeless people who talk to them. Seriously, I’m all for buying folks food when they need it. But when some knock the food out my hand and ask for a light, I just about lose it. Right in front of good olé 7 – 11 :/

I went to put fuel in my car this morning and pay for my fuel and waited five minutes while the clerk finish talking story to activate the fuel pump

ALERT: New Worker, Big Attitude!
I went in to get my nephew just something small to eat to hold his stomach before I take him to pearlridge to go shopping for some new clothes and a few toys (:
I got him a spam musubi since he loves it! I walk to the register and the NEW cashier says. «thats it??» and i respond «yes, thank you» then…
she has the nerve to tell me to SCAN it! and so i look around to see if any other customers sees what she just said to me. and they did!
so i scanned it, and then she says the total.
I give her my debit card, then shes says «Card? I swear, people by the smallest things with a card now days»
Ooooh, this chick… she just knows how to piss me off!
Shes lucky I have the Lord in me, because If i didnt, that musubi wouldve went straight to her face i tell you!
I grab the musubi, and ask the Lord to forgive. and yes, I said it to her!
the nerve that lady…

I go here when the one up the street is too busy. It is ok here. On the smaller side and every so often there are sketchy people lurking outside.

This is a great location on the corner of School and Nuuanu (across from Walgreens). I’ve NEVER been there when there wasn’t a ton of other customers fighting over the 4 parking spots (in front) or clambering over the 4 gas pumps. It’s ALWAYS crowded. Hint: there are actually a few more parking spaces on the other side of the building.
Although the location is great, getting in and out might present a problem especially if someone feels it’s necessary to make a LEFT TURN out of the lot. Aaaaarrrgggg !!!
Pastries are great and the staff is generally pleasant and helpful.
I’m a coffee snob so theirs isn’t up to my standards, but there are multiple flavors available.
And the musubis and manapuas are always a good option for a quick, hot snack.

It’s all about the spam musubi!!! Original, Teriyaki, Spicy! You cannot go wrong, period. Before for a long day at the beach, after a long workout, or just because.
Yes, they’re unhealthy but boy are they delicious and filling!
Maybe it’s a Hawaii thing, maybe you could make your own but for a dollar something, just get ‘em here!

Breakfast is good and so is the price.

Let’s be real– I only came here for the F’real shakes. Its been flooding my IG page for awhile, so I figured I’d try it out for myself!
When I was there Monday night, there was at least 10 people ahead of me, waiting for their shakes. The freezer with the shakes are off to the side, btw.
The mango smoothie was pretty good, but not the best. When I saw the amount of sugar it contained, I didn’t want to drink it anymore haha.
I would not say its worth hunting down but if you happen to pass by, its worth a try!
PS: They also sell «premium» 7 – 11 snacks from Japan!

i like this 7 – 11. the workers are nice. the line for the F’real milkshake can get crazy at times but no can help

I haven’t bought anything from this place since 2010 and only decided to stop recently because I heard they had a F’real machine. I was surprised that there was a line: I waited about 10 minutes for my smoothie, and what a waste of time that was. Let’s just say I’m not a fan of F’real.
The reason why I do give it a 4 star is because this particular store saved me from being hungry during my collegiate and elementary years. Even though I bought the pre-​packaged items, they were still delicious. I also rode the bus everyday so it was very convenient to have this store be walking distance from where I live so that I could buy a bus pass. And did I mention the slurpee machines? Yum!
Customer service hasn’t changed one bit either. The cashiers are still friendly and engaging as ever.

It’s when you are always on the go =)

This review is solely for the suddenly famous F’real Milkshake machine that they offer. Now I’ve seen this on the mainland, but I guess this is super new for Hawaii people because people CANNOT stop with the instagram and vine posts about this machine.
My brother dragged me out of bed at 10PM cause he wanted me to bring him here, being the super nice and best sister in the world I did just that. I knew it was at the Nu’uanu 7 – 11 by Walgreens, but having not lived in Hawaii for two years I thought they were talking about the 7 – 11 on Nu’uanu and Liliha. So we went there and the machine was not there, luckily my friend working at that 7 – 11 said it’s down the street more near the main intersection and that many people always come here asking that.
So we drove down and arrived at the right 7 – 11. There was already a few people there getting their milkshake on. To get your F’real milkshake, there are steps on how to do it:
1) Choose what flavor milkshake you want (peanut butter, vanilla, chocolate, mint chocolate, coffee, and they also have smoothies). (My brother chose the peanut butter milkshake)
2) Rip off the plastic cover and stick it in the blender
3) Choose your consistency: less thick, regular, more thick. (My brother chose less thick)
This machine has a cool computer screen that guides you along the way. As you choose your consistency it raises up the blender up into the machine and blends it. I found the commentary that the computer was saying humorous: «GET READY FOR F’REALITY!»
And after about a minute or so, it’s done blending and you have your F’REAL MILKSHAKE!
Since I’m lactose intolerant, I only tried a few sips of his and all I have to say is this:
THIS MILKSHAKE WILL NOT BRING ALL THE BOYS TO YOUR YARD. Sorry girl, it just ain’t!!!
The customer service here was nice though, I asked how much their business has increased since receiving the machine and he said «it’s extremely popular».
My brother said it was a waste of money and he could’ve made a better one at home, I agree. You could’ve just gotten ice cream, added milk, and be done. I believe people are just attracted to the whole concept of seeing it be blended for them lol or that this is just something different. You are better off getting a milkshake at Zippy’s, Jack in the box, or McDonalds.

Li Hing Mui Spam Musubi ($ 1.59)?
One of things where I’ll say I felt the idea of this was complete abomination, but I was still curious and in the end, even if it was consumable, I will never, ever try again.
*Just to let the reader know, this isn’t a review on this particular 7 – 11 in general, but the only one i’ve seen that actually stocks this musubi. But seriously, if you haven’t already wondered what other crazy concoctions you’ll find at convenience store shelves! This HI franchise is known for Frankensteining food products, even if some were actually quite successful.*
Ling Hing Spam’subi? Taste? Well, to be quite honest, the li hing mui power isn’t the predominant flavor here (very subtle and not too overpowering). It’s the furikake packed underneath. So with that sesame seed-​sugary-​seaweed, plus the savory from the luncheon meat, it’s like a Spammy Li Hing hurricane mix, cept with white rice instead arare and popcorn.
Now, if for some reason, that sounds appealing (or if you’re pregnant), by all means, try it. But if those flavor profiles rolled into one makes you cringe, you’re better off passing. Trust your Spidey senses, friends!
2 stars
Li Hing Mui Spam Musubi at the 7-​Eleven on Nuuanu Ave.

I sometimes have to remind the employees to unlock the beer fridge In the morning, but otherwise the staff is great. Not the best looking bunch, but my brother tends to date ⁷⁄₁₁ employees. Works for him because he gets hooked up with their manapua’s. Great musubi’s, and sandwiches while on the go. Cold beers. Pretty decent bento lunch plates. They do have in stock peach Snapples which I love after a resounding hangover. Always have what I want, when I want.

⁷⁄₁₁ is ⁷⁄₁₁? But this one is located right before y ou get on the freeway. It’s one stop off the Pali. It’s down the hill from Nuuanu. There’s a parking lot for 4 – 5 cars on the back side on school st.
Convenient gas stop too.
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Stopped by after a late night concert for a quick drink and a snack. I have to say they are getting better at restocking the food options and was surprized to find the shelves fully stocked at 2am. This must be the cops favorite location (easy on and off to H1 freeway I guess) because they constantly stop by to fill up on drinks.