Honaunau Restaurants

Tucked away in the back of Kailua Beach Center amidst a kayak rental shop, swimwear store and shave ice shop is Sweet Stop, a dessert lover's paradise. Pastry chef Joslyn Benn specializes in beautiful wedding cakes with exotic... more

Locally owned and operated, this place relies on word of mouth to bring in the business—and it works. The clientèle is mainly local, but a few in-the-know travelers manage to stumble in from time to time, and almost without fai... more

Opening about a year and a half late after a series of bureaucratic mini dramas, this wonderful eatery and wine bar has finally arrived and it has become an instant hit. Located on one of the busiest corners in Kailua, this win... more

A short drive from the hotels and resorts of Waikiki, this neighborhood Mexican eatery is not only the most popular on the windward side, but it can be the place to see and be seen on weekend night. The menu is traditional with... more

One of the longest running options for an evening bite to eat and a live band to enjoy, Boardriders in Kailua has it all. Some events create standing room only in the back and a crowd that practically dances as one in the cente... more

Buona Sera is a cozy Italian restaurant that has been a Kailuan favorite for a long time. On weekends, make a reservation or get there early. A loaf of piping hot bread arrives as you put in your order. The entrees are familiar... more

Boot's & Kimo's is a family owned folksy restaurant known for it's signature dishes: banana macadamia nut pancakes and Hawaiian-style pulehu (short ribs). The fluffy pancakes are served with their secret recipe creamy macadamia... more

No ka 'oi means "the best" in Hawaiian, and the dessert crepes at the new creperie in Kailua are undoubtedly the best on the windward side. The restaurant is owned by Chris and Rosario "Kakay" Tarvyd. Chris, a Tahiti native, an... more

Even Texans, known to be among the biggest meat-eaters and barbecue fanatics in the world, have given this place their seal of approval. As for the other visitors to Kona, they love it. The locals also appreciate this place, bo... more

Though it is now under new management, this longtime local favorite still aims to offer a memorable and unique dining experience. The cuisine defies classification; some items are contemporary American, some Asian-inspired and... more