Hawaiian Restaurants in Santa Cruz, CA

Pono Hawaiian Grill Downtown Santa Cruz Bar & Grill • $
120 Union St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Hawaiian Kalua Pork Plate
Braddah Timmy Ahi Bowl
BT's Loco Moco Burrito
Hawaiian Fish & Chips
Coconut Shrimp Plate
Kalua Pork Fries
Teriyaki Chicken
Poke Combo Plate
Chicken Lau Lau
Tuna Poke Bowl

“First time eating here~Clicked:1. Pono BBQ Combo:The chicken is delicious!The barbecue is also good~ but the sauce is a bit too strong~It would be just right if you use dipping instead!2. Pono Seafood Combo - Pono Seafood Combo:It’s not bad to be able to eat barbecue and fried seafood at one time~Both of the above can make you quite full!There is a self-service recycling area next to you after eating!The clerk will also care about the food from time to time~The special place here is the bar! With outdoor venues ~It would be nice to come here for dinner and drinks in the evening!PS: If you like my comments, you can follow them~I will take photos of the appearance and color of the food I saw on site and present it to everyone. I will go to various places to discover delicious food and unique places! !I wish everyone’s wishes come true! “

4.5 Superb68 Reviews
Makai Island Kitchen & Groggery Hawaiian • $$
49A Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Huli Huli Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken
Coconut Prawns
Coconut Shrimp
Clam Chowder
Pork Sliders
Makai Burger
Freaky Tiki
Ahi Sliders
Spam Musubi

“The drinks & ambiance are great. I'd highly recommend coming here for the rotating bar or at the outside dining area. They have an interesting drink menu with standard cocktail pricing & the inside decor is amusing. The food is alright, small portions & high prices. The service could improve, but it was still a nice experience. Expect to spend ~$60/80 for two people.“

4.4 Superb118 Reviews
Hula's Island Grill American • $$
221 Cathcart St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Coconut Shrimp Rolls
Jawaiian Jerk Pork Plate
Duke's Luau Pork Plate
South Seas Fish Tacos
Sweet Potato Fries
Island Style Poke
Kona Chicken Wings
Hawaiian Ceviche
Spicy Edamame
Key Lime Pie

“Great service. We walked in and were seated very quickly. Our waiter was so kind and attentive to us! She was so sweet I cannot remember her name but everyone who helped out was so nice. The food was so delicious - I ordered the fish tacos and the pork tacos and both were so unbelievably delicious. This is a great spot for dinner in downtown area - would love to return!“

4.2 Good155 Reviews
Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap Hawaiian • $
3744 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Hawaiian Kalua Pork
Kalua Pork Musubi
Da Kine Poke Bowl
Coconut Shrimp
Chicken Katsu
Pulled Pork
Mac Salad

“My family (wifey & our twin daughters) checked out this spot while on a getaway between Santa Cruz and Monterey back in January (2024). We were looking for a local spot and chose this place near the mall. Once inside, it felt like we were in a hood spot off the beach in Honolulu. The wifey and Twin A both ordered the Kai-Bi Short Rib plate, Twin B ordered the Pono Burger and I ordered the Mahi Mahi plate. Maaaaannnn, everything was delicious!! And the service was wonderful! This will be a go-to spot from now on!“

4 Good55 Reviews
Aloha Island Grille Hawaiian • $
1700 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Combo Lunch Plate w Teriyaki Chicken
Small Kine Chicken Teriyaki Plate
Grilled Chicken Teriyaki
Kalua Pig with Mac Salad
Chinese Chicken Salad
Macaroni Salad
Chicken Katsu
Teriyaki Beef
Kalbi BBQ Beef
Spam Musubi

“To start off the service was nice and friendly and very welcoming. Even the vibe was pretty chill. This might just be preference, but had the loco moco and although the burger patties had a nice charbroiled taste to it, it felt like it was lacking in some seasoning. Also a very important part of the loco moco which is the egg; wasn't runny and fully cooked. The gravy itself was okay, nothing really different from other places commonly known to have loco moco.“

4 Good82 Reviews
L & L Hawaiian Barbecue Hawaiian • $
460 7th Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Macaroni Salad
Chicken Katsu
BBQ Chicken

“Great place usually I go during lunch time! Chicken Katsu is my favorite dish to order. They have online ordering so it makes getting your food done in a timely manner easy to do. Haven't ate inside too often although there is room to sit down and eat.“

3.8 Good53 Reviews
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