There are many good restaurants and eating establishments in Hawaii. Here you have a small sample of places to enjoy a good meal.
Kilauea Lodge & Restaurant: This is a bed and breakfast hotel located in the Volcán National Park. Meals range from traditional American / European to wild game. They have a good selection of wines. The atmosphere is a mix of contemporary and traditional. Brunch is for overnight guests. Dinner is open to the public. Reservations are required.
Tex Drive-In and Restaurant – A great place to enjoy homemade Portuguese food. They are famous for their Malasadas (fried and fluffy dough rolled in sugar and eaten hot). You’ll also enjoy various chutneys, dessert sauces, and coffee.
Bamboo Restaurant & Gallery – This is one of the best places to enjoy the look of old Hawaii. You will feel comfortable surrounded by bamboo walls and furniture with a display of cultural art. Hawaiian-clad waiters and waitresses serve you delicious tropical drinks in coconut glasses. Great place to enjoy a traditional Hawaiian meal. They have animation on Fridays and Saturdays.
Island Lava Java – Need a caffeine fix in the morning? Stop by and have delicious Kona coffee and out of this world pastries. You can also check your email on the Internet (for a small fee).
Kawaihae Harbor Grill – A great place if you love lobsters and fresh seafood. The service is very good and it is suitable for children.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Company – A fun place for the family to enjoy great shrimp and seafood. Includes memorabilia from the movie Forest Gump. It also serves ribs, steaks and pasta dishes. It’s a fun and loud environment and the service is excellent. Bubba would be proud.
Ken’s House of Pancakes – Won multiple people’s choice awards and is known for serving the best breakfast in Hawaii. Ken’s is open 24/7 and serves a wide variety of foods, from spaghetti to Kahlua pork. All-you-can-eat specials on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Lulu’s – Looking for a relaxed place to enjoy a meal? Head to Lulu’s, where you can relax and watch the waves across the street, while enjoying a good selection of burgers, fries, fish tacos, and the like. They also serve beer and cocktails.
Ocean Sushi Deli – A popular spot for very fresh sushi and seafood dishes. Favorite menu includes: Ahi Poke, limpets, chewy taco salad, large island roll, and steamed scallops with sake.
