Big Save Market - Koloa
Local, no-frills supermarket in Koloa offering full groceries, poke bowls, and plate lunches—an affordable one-stop near Poipu. Open daily 5am–11pm with free parking for easy in-and-out.
- Poke counter and sushi with budget-friendly bowls
- Taste of Times ‘The Kitchen’ plate lunches, deli, and sandwiches
- In-store bakery for fresh treats
- Full meat, seafood, produce, and everyday essentials
Big Save Market - Koloa is one of the most practical stops on Kauaʻi’s South Shore, a full-service neighborhood supermarket in historic Kōloa that fits neatly into a Poʻipū or Kōloa itinerary. It is not a destination for browsing in the resort-shopping sense; it is the place to handle the unglamorous but essential parts of travel—groceries, beach snacks, cold drinks, breakfast supplies, and an easy takeout meal that keeps the day moving.
The grocery stop that actually works for South Shore travel
Big Save has the character of an everyday island market: functional, compact, and useful rather than polished. That makes it especially valuable for visitors staying in condos, vacation rentals, or smaller accommodations without a full kitchen setup. The store covers the basics well, with produce, meats, bakery items, pantry staples, alcohol, and a mix of national brands and local Kauaʻi products.
What gives it extra appeal is the prepared-food counter. The deli and grab-and-go options are often the reason travelers stop in the first place, especially for poke, plate lunches, sandwiches, and sushi. For an affordable lunch or an unfussy dinner, it can save a trip across the island and keep a beach day simple.
How to work it into a Kōloa or Poʻipū day
The store sits on Koloa Road in historic Kōloa town, a short drive from the Poʻipū resort area, so it fits naturally between check-in, beach time, and an evening back at the rental. It is an easy place to stock up at the beginning of a trip, then return to for midweek resupply.
Free parking on site helps keep the stop efficient, and the long daily hours make it forgiving for late arrivals or early starts. A quick prepared-food run can be done in minutes; a full grocery shop takes more time, but still usually feels straightforward. For travelers building loose South Shore days around beaches, snorkeling, or a drive through town, it is the kind of errand that can be folded in without much friction.
Good reasons to stop, and a few tradeoffs
Big Save is strongest on convenience and value. It is also a useful place to find small but important extras—beach supplies, fresh flowers and leis, fishing supplies, an ATM, and even Kauaʻi Bus passes. The store’s everyday feel is part of its appeal, especially for travelers who want something grounded and local rather than a curated resort market.
The tradeoff is that the setting is no-frills. Aisles can feel tight, and this is not the place for a gourmet, spacious, specialty-goods experience. Visitors looking for a more upscale or organic-heavy market may prefer another stop, while those wanting a larger warehouse-style shop will likely do better in Līhuʻe.
Best fit for travelers
Big Save Market - Koloa is best for practical travelers: families, condo guests, beach-day planners, and anyone who wants an affordable, local-feeling grocery stop on the South Shore. It is especially useful for visitors who prefer to stock the fridge, pack lunches, and keep meals flexible.
It is less compelling for travelers who want grocery shopping to feel like part of the vacation experience itself. For them, the store’s plainspoken efficiency may be exactly the wrong mood.
