Restaurants in Kailua

“awesome food, quick courteous service, friendly, good prices, busy but organized, could see the teamwork and they all danced in unison 5.0 stars”

“We visited Easyque recently and I’ve been craving the food ever since!! Absolutely everything was delicious! 😋 😍”

“Everything is made from scratch. Excellent broths. Nice selection of meats, dumplings & veggies. Vegan option too.”

“Fresh tasty and savoy flavors as you can see check it out and friendly owner Jessica”

“So good! Driving up to the North Shore from the airport we wanted something local. Family owned. No frills just awesome chicken. So juicy. We all had sandwiches and the pulled chicken is more like chunks with some pulled. Not overly shredded. And not doused with sauce. Just a nice enhancement. We had the melts and they were delicious. The bread is crusty but soft inside. An easy bite. And my son loved his Cajun fries. Off street parking in the rear.”

“Would highly recommend it as a dosa place in Hawaii! To find such an authentic taste was surprising.

Plenty of options or variety of dosa is available at this place. We enjoyed it.”

“Ummm best pancakes ever! Great service also. Thanks 😊”

“very filling. yum. like the salmon bowl.”

“Food was Very Good. Price was Reasonable. Muchas Gracias from Us.”

“Aloha. Stopped by & had some awesome java & water(for our Pittie girl🐾) & sat outside talkin story & peeps watchin🤙🤙🤙🤙”

“If you are visiting you should never skip this place. The food is gorgeous and cheap! After spending the whole at the beach, this food is exactly what you need. Bear in mind that it is take out only! There’s no place to dine in!”

“The Food Company is amazing in that it offers an expansive menu, PLUS the best service and kindness in working with special current food restrictions. The food for our recent party with guests from our islands, plus mainland cities and Australia, called for varied tastes. The Food Company offered perfect selections, getting raves!! Everything was delicious. Fair prices and excellent value!!”

“Fresh seafood prepared how you like it! Delicious and a must if you are in Maui. I had the Ono in white wine,garlic and butter. Served over Cajun rice. The portions are very generous.”

“I absolutely loved the fresh food and the staff was awesome Friendly and made you feel welcome Will definitely return to this establishment”

“Went to the new location in Kaneohe and the brisket and pulled pork was anazing! I'm giving them four stars because the wait was an hour long wait and my elderly parents were tired and famished by the time food was ready.”

“Such an unforgettable wine tasting experience with my best friend, so glad we came ! From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was welcoming, relaxed, and just perfect for making memories together. Every wine we tasted was incredible, and we learned so much along the way. Huge shoutout to Micah for his outstanding customer care, deep knowledge of the wines, and for making the entire experience feel personal and special. He truly elevated the tasting and made it fun, engaging, and memorable from start to finish. Already looking forward to coming back again!”

“Best ramen in kailua, try the shoyu egg. I always order fried rice with a side of gyoza. Staff are always friendly and food is served quickly and piping hot. Can park in front or along the side of thr building towards the chinese restaurant.”

“Wonderful fresh beautifully presented food and mocktails outdoors on a warm night. Location is a well trafficked street so some street noise. Our server was upbeat and knowledgeable. Eat here you won't regret it.”

“Great food very friendly and cost wasn’t bad either will be back for sure highly recommend”

“The Gnocchi, Caprese, and the Tiramisu!!! Great wine selection too!”

“Amazing food, service, and entertainment with a saxophone player. Our French Laundry Steak was cooked to perfection. The mashed potatoes were delicious. We also had the bruschetta as a starter and loved it. Drinks were strong and perfectly concocted. Also enjoyed the tiramisu for dessert in which they wrote happy birthday on! A great place for a fancy date night or celebration dinner.”

“Very convenient after a haircut. Tasty, nice people, fast service.”

“First time in Hawaii but Buzzes is a great restaurant that has great food and drinks. The staff is outstanding the are really nice and caring for there customers. I will definitely come back to buzzes. I will definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone that comes and visits that ms never been to Hawaii.”

“Really awesome place we came here to eat and had some awesome drinks .we met the executive chef Luis Axalan he was very nice explaining the concept and he was very helpful explaining the food items . We also tried the Chef’s Special salmon crostini was the best we ever had. The pork Bao buns is to die for!!!! 10/10 for all the food . The drinks were very good also . We will definitely come back . Kailua peeps come down and check them out ..”

“Great food great time, definitely would go back.”

“Romantic , food was ok ! Butterfish was amazing but the garlic shrimp was only three pieces of shrimp on doughy cheese balls I expected more shrimp or veggies ! Noise in the afternoon not bad ! Presentation good Would have to try more of the menu but will never order the shrimp again”

“New Mui Kwai Chop Suey, tucked away at 132 Oneawa Street in Kailua, is a beloved local gem that's been dishing out classic Hawaiian-style Chinese comfort food for decades. This family-owned spot has that no-frills, welcoming neighborhood -- perfect for group meals, friendly service, and generous portions that keep locals coming back year after year.

The menu is massive, packed with everything from chop suey and egg foo young to sizzling platters and noodle dishes, but two standout options always steal the show for me: the Chinese Chicken Salad and the Cake Noodle dishes.

The Chinese Chicken Salad is a refreshing, crowd-pleasing special that's light yet satisfying—crisp greens topped with tender chicken, crunchy noodles, and a tangy dressing that hits all the right notes. It's one of those dishes that feels like a perfect island lunch or side, and diners consistently rave about how fresh and flavorful it is. Great value too, and it's easy to see why it's been a longtime favorite.

Then there's the Cake Noodle (also known as crispy pan-fried noodles), which is pure indulgence. The base is a golden, crunchy nest of noodles that softens just enough when topped with savory sauce and your choice of protein or veggies. Whether it's oyster sauce chicken, beef broccoli, or minute chicken over cake noodles, the contrast of crispy and saucy is addictive. Locals often highlight these as must-tries, and for good reason—they're hearty, flavorful, and perfect for sharing (or not!).

Overall, New Mui Kwai delivers that authentic, satisfying Chinese food experience with fresh ingredients and that unmistakable local touch. It's not fancy, but it's reliably delicious—ideal for takeout, family dinners, or a casual meal after a beach day in Kailua. If you're in the area craving real-deal Hawaiian-Chinese eats, this spot won't disappoint. Highly recommend starting with those two amazing options! 🌺🍜”

“I have no complaints. Best brewery i went to on this Island. Service was fast. Staff was friendly. Food was good, and im always down for a big swell or 5. Will be coming back.”

“Very nice place. Service was great. The food was delish. We had the salmon piccata and the Wagyu burger.
The only negative was the lack of adequate parking. We had to drive around and ended up parking across the street in another shopping center.”

“The garlic chicken here is so good! We ordered a regular plate to share and it was more than enough! The staff were nice and service was fast. The shop inside is small so you just order your food and there's seating outside. This place is Perfect for picking up food before you go to the beach! They have a lot of options on the menu.”

“Our son took us there when we were visiting. Best coffee I have ever had. Never bitter”

“One of my favorite places to stop and get some matcha , it’s so beautiful, comfy and clean inside . Staff is always so sweet , def recommended if you haven’t been no regrets!”

“Leilani & Will of Leilani’s Island Tacos catered my daughter’s wedding last evening. Our guests raved about the food and excellent service! We are from out of town and Leilani was so great to work with, arranging everything by phone & email. I highly recommend them! Mahalo Leilani & Will!!”

“Best Malasada’s I have ever had!! The perfect chewy consistency!! Love them!!”

“Great food. Cool atmosphere. Awesome shakes.”

“Outstanding and very authentic Korean cuisine. Generous portions and reasonably priced for the quality of the food delivered. Vegi bar and seaweed soup included with dinner plates. Friendly and helpful staff with a whole lot of ALOHA spirit. Booth and bankette seating, no tables.”

“Great iced latte, super fast service and the kindest gal processing orders! This spot is a total gem!”

“Love this place! Staff are friendly the place is neat and clean and the Acai bowls and smoothies are delicious! The prices are very reasonable, too! A negative is not just having to pay for parking, but actually finding a spot in that area.....it is def worth the time and money!!! My new favorite place in Kailua.”

“This is a solid takeout spot with good poke. There are spots to sit and eat outside. Make sure you ask about their ingredients. I discovered peanuts in their Thai basil poke after I started eating it and sharing with my son who has a peanut allergy. We had to rush to get some allergy meds afterwards so be careful.”

“Sunrise Shack Cafe is one of the best spots to grab a healthy and delicious meal in Oahu. Their açaí bowls are incredibly fresh, and it’s great that they have multiple locations across the island, making it convenient to stop by. The Monkey Bowl is perfect for peanut butter lovers — rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The Veggie Vibes sandwich is a standout, with crisp veggies and a unique papaya seed dressing that adds an interesting and tasty twist. The cafe has a relaxed, welcoming vibe, and the quality of the ingredients really shines through. A must-visit for anyone looking for fresh, flavorful, and wholesome food on the island.”

“awesome food especially mahi burger, better than the one at the restaurants. truffle fried were overcooked.”

“It might just be a fast food spot, but the workers made it feel so well put together. Everything was organized and clean, and the staff were very respectful, well mannered and super nice. The food came out hot and fresh with good portions. The combination of great staff and tasty food made this an easy five star visit.”

“Been crushing Bob's for years. Can't be beat.”

“The food portions are amazing and the food is excellent This is a family owned restaurant and they are such wonderful people Recommend this place to everyone”

“It tasted different from FLORIDA.but other wise it okay”

“This place is amazing! The food has actual FLAVOR! We got carne asada nachos, birria tacos, and a chicken burrito with fries for the little one. 10/10 will be back. Clean and fast service.”

“Great spot for a plate lunch meal while in Kailua. Prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge. Can't go wrong with the garlic chicken. Shoooo good!”

“Omakase was very good! There was a variety of sushi pieces and presentation was simple but carefully created! Atmosphere was quaint but roomy enough to the person sitting next to you. Domo Arigato Chef!!”

“Delicious food and drinks, friendly waitstaff. Will return if we're back on The Big Island someday.”

“Great service, good food, great value.”

“Love this place. The ladies in the morning are awesome. They know a lot of customers by name and their drinks. The vibes are very inviting and happy no matter how busy they are. I love the turkey pesto sandwich there. They also can make a mean latte. ❤️??”

“Love this place!! Always friendly service, good portions and a great variety to choose from. The blueberry, banana and chocolate chip pancakes are my weakness 🥞🥞🥞 Also love that they have online ordering for takeout —makes it easy when we have the dogs with us, or wanna grab something quick on the way to the beach! 🌊”

“Wonderful experience, Korean Steak entree was amazing and Fresh Fish entree with macadamia nut pesto was delicious. Excellent service and vibe. Highly recommend.”

“great customer service, AMAZING sandwichs!”

“This place is a dive. However, this place is quite delicious, I had the BBQ mix, and it was very good. The variety of meat was very delicious. The only complaint I have is that the place needs to be a little cleaner to be a 5 star.”

“I’m from the Boston area and every time I visit, I HAVE TO have pizza here!!”

“아사히볼 맛있어요 !!”

“excellent delicious beef chimichanga w/refried beans and rice and lunch special beef enchilada w/rice and beans. Will definitely be back!!!!”

“Delicious breads and treats and friendly and helpful employees. I don't know her name but one young lady helped make my day brighter after I had an awful encounter with an angry driver at the post office. A big MAHALO to her for her kindness!”

“The Elderberry syrup is the absolute best I’ve had and the cocoa immunity elixir was magic mood boosting mylk that I’m still thinking about weeks after drinking it.”

“Cute little market with a few vegan options and deli-like food. We had hummus bagels 🥯—they were really good! Tried a few other things too—everything was good. Updated from previous review on 2026-03-12”

“Enjoyed the pastries we bought. My wife loved the spinach bread. I love supporting locals and will continue to come here when I'm in Kailua. I just wished they didn't sell out so early.I had the chocolate donut which had the perfect chewy consistency and the chocolate was nice and rich. I'd definitely eat a few of those the next time.Support local and swing by this small bakery that's been around since the 90s.”

“This shop is SO CUTE inside, perfect for kids/families. I've been 3-4x, and I always get Boba tea. Delicious! The esthetic is cute and the drinks are amazing. Nice staff.”

“We Love this place! Always super tasty and fresh! The Super gyro is moist, juicy and the pita.....fresh! The tziki is drop dead delish!!! Also the fish pita was my favorite....My hubby can't stop with the gyros????? Mahalo nui Yamas!!!!??”

“breakfast of Champs! go get some!”

“5 Stars — A Must-Visit Gem in Kailua!

From the moment we walked in, the crew at Lanikai Juice made us feel right at home. The staff was welcoming, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about helping us navigate the menu — a huge plus when you're trying to decide between so many tempting options!

We ordered an açaí bowl and a smoothie, and both were absolutely outstanding. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, which speaks to the quality of ingredients they use. The serving sizes were generous and felt like a great value for what you get — no skimping here!

Lanikai Juice is the kind of place that leaves a lasting impression. It's not just about the food (though that alone is worth the trip) — it's the whole experience. We're already looking forward to our next visit and can't wait to dive into another açaí bowl and smoothie!”

“Great place for cheers and fun! Very much a family!”

“Everything!! Atmosphere is great wonderful staff & you get to make a lot of good memories there . I know I did in the past 3 years….”

“Some of the best coffee / Cappuccino’s in Hawaii. The pastries are also great, with nice sitting areas in and out. Prices are fair for the island. Highly recommend it after watching the sun rise at Lanikai beach.”

“Love how they have grass fed and free range chicken! We got burritos soooooo Good!!! I picked another spot but when we showed up it was closed. This place was 2 minutes away and I'm very happy 😊 we picked it food was good and service was outstanding.”

“We enjoy this small family run restaurant. We eat here at least once a week and recently celebrated our daughter’s birthday. The food fresh. It’s always delicious. The family that owns it is so nice. Definitely give this place a stop.”

“Ono poi. Looking for Kulolo.”

“My kids love it here don't know why they are picky eaters but love it and the food. The staff was really friendly with them. And yes the food was Awesome and the prices were great. My family always swing by here when we are in town!”

“This is the best Subway I’ve been to. They are friendly, very efficient, and they stuff the sandwich with veggies without you needing to ask. The bread was cooked properly and the veggies were very fresh.”

“Great small sushi shop. No public bathroom go use Safeway's. 4 small tables.

Great $15 roll sushi and small bento boxes

Parking: Safeway parking easiest in and out”

“We had the best pizza from Kailua Dominos last night! The management was so kind too & worked had to spread Aloha when we had to wait some extra time for our carryout pizza! Sometimes it's not this good, but last night, it was great & management is Always the best! Mahalo!!”

“First time in Hawaii but Buzzes is a great restaurant that has great food and drinks. The staff is outstanding the are really nice and caring for there customers. I will definitely come back to buzzes. I will definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone that comes and visits that ms never been to Hawaii.”

“Great service, good food, great value.”

“The Food Company is amazing in that it offers an expansive menu, PLUS the best service and kindness in working with special current food restrictions. The food for our recent party with guests from our islands, plus mainland cities and Australia, called for varied tastes. The Food Company offered perfect selections, getting raves!! Everything was delicious. Fair prices and excellent value!!”

“We Love this place! Always super tasty and fresh! The Super gyro is moist, juicy and the pita.....fresh! The tziki is drop dead delish!!! Also the fish pita was my favorite....My hubby can't stop with the gyros????? Mahalo nui Yamas!!!!??”

“Went to the new location in Kaneohe and the brisket and pulled pork was anazing! I'm giving them four stars because the wait was an hour long wait and my elderly parents were tired and famished by the time food was ready.”

“Really awesome place we came here to eat and had some awesome drinks .we met the executive chef Luis Axalan he was very nice explaining the concept and he was very helpful explaining the food items . We also tried the Chef’s Special salmon crostini was the best we ever had. The pork Bao buns is to die for!!!! 10/10 for all the food . The drinks were very good also . We will definitely come back . Kailua peeps come down and check them out ..”

“Our son took us there when we were visiting. Best coffee I have ever had. Never bitter”

“Wonderful fresh beautifully presented food and mocktails outdoors on a warm night. Location is a well trafficked street so some street noise. Our server was upbeat and knowledgeable. Eat here you won't regret it.”

“Sunrise Shack Cafe is one of the best spots to grab a healthy and delicious meal in Oahu. Their açaí bowls are incredibly fresh, and it’s great that they have multiple locations across the island, making it convenient to stop by. The Monkey Bowl is perfect for peanut butter lovers — rich, flavorful, and satisfying. The Veggie Vibes sandwich is a standout, with crisp veggies and a unique papaya seed dressing that adds an interesting and tasty twist. The cafe has a relaxed, welcoming vibe, and the quality of the ingredients really shines through. A must-visit for anyone looking for fresh, flavorful, and wholesome food on the island.”

“I have no complaints. Best brewery i went to on this Island. Service was fast. Staff was friendly. Food was good, and im always down for a big swell or 5. Will be coming back.”

“I absolutely loved the fresh food and the staff was awesome Friendly and made you feel welcome Will definitely return to this establishment”

“Great food. Cool atmosphere. Awesome shakes.”

“Very nice place. Service was great. The food was delish. We had the salmon piccata and the Wagyu burger.
The only negative was the lack of adequate parking. We had to drive around and ended up parking across the street in another shopping center.”

“Been crushing Bob's for years. Can't be beat.”

“So good! Driving up to the North Shore from the airport we wanted something local. Family owned. No frills just awesome chicken. So juicy. We all had sandwiches and the pulled chicken is more like chunks with some pulled. Not overly shredded. And not doused with sauce. Just a nice enhancement. We had the melts and they were delicious. The bread is crusty but soft inside. An easy bite. And my son loved his Cajun fries. Off street parking in the rear.”

“great customer service, AMAZING sandwichs!”

“Great spot for a plate lunch meal while in Kailua. Prices are very reasonable and the portions are huge. Can't go wrong with the garlic chicken. Shoooo good!”

“Cute little market with a few vegan options and deli-like food. We had hummus bagels 🥯—they were really good! Tried a few other things too—everything was good. Updated from previous review on 2026-03-12”

“One of my favorite places to stop and get some matcha , it’s so beautiful, comfy and clean inside . Staff is always so sweet , def recommended if you haven’t been no regrets!”

“Amazing strong margaritas, even can get frozen. Service was a little slow. Food was alright. Quesabirria Was slightly soggy and the consume was greasy with a quarter inch of grease on top. Flavor was good tho. Overall food and service was decent but doesn’t warrant the price hence the 4/5 stars. If your going go for the drinks they are strong for the price around this area”

“A good place for coffee. The turkey sandwich is good too.”

“Do not miss the Banana Bread Latte at The Well Kailua. Just don’t miss it.
Staff is delightful, space is sleek, and beautifully designed.
Did I mention the Banana Bread Latte?”

“best ramen ever. You wont regret it.”

“Loved it! Staff are so friendly, helpful and sweet. Such a unique menu of drinks, not just the usual affair of coffee beverages. The food is unbelievably fresh too, don't sleep on the yogurt parfait!”

“Great food truck, super nice couple that own the spot. They've been at it for 10 years and it shows, some of the best food in Kailua, certainly best falafel and pita sandwiches.”