Wahiawa Restaurants

Casual and simple, this eatery wows you with local flavor dishes and friendly service. The place is not much to speak of—just an order counter and a menu that features very inexpensive items, from breakfast specialties to super... more

Owner Rayomd Siu is legendary for his efforts at this modest Chinese eatery in Kaneohe. The décor is plain with walls covered in original art that can be purchased as easily as a bowl of noodles. The menu has close to 200 selec... more

This is probably a spot that could only be found in Hawaii. Imagine a place where you can order dinuguan along with your dim sum. Well, it happens here and the locals are all for it. The coffee shop and bakery opens early and t... more

If you live in Hawaii for any length of time, you're pretty much expected to have a poke spot. For some it's the seafood area at warehouse stores and others it's the neighborhood supermarket, but this tiny counter has managed t... more

Located in Haleiwa, this restaurant has been in the same spot for many years. Catering to mostly the North Shore locals and a strong weekend lunch crowd have kept this spot humming for a long time. It can be busy in the weekend... more

A head-spinning variety of obscure seafood dim sum is offered at this restaurant. A buffet is also served, featuring poultry dishes and salads in addition to seafood specialties. Dim sum starts at $2, and includes such choices... more

This small counter restaurant is packed during the lunch hour with a mixed crowd of area locals and visitors who take the 30 minute bus ride from the resort area for the fantastic plate lunches. Locals line up because of the gr... more

Even though it's not fancy and it's self-service, this modest award-winning eatery has won over the stomachs and wallets of island locals. The setting is more functional than fabulous with faux koa wood paneling and a few vinta... more

Kua 'Aina Sandwich Shop has gained so much popularity that apart from this and the one in Ala Moana they've opened stores in L.A as well as in Japan. Popular with locals and tourists alike, Kua 'Aina has been is business for ov... more

This joint is small and casual, and if anyone wants a taste of some authentic plate lunches, this spot offers a splash of aloha, a splash of Okinawan magic, and lots of local attitude to make it a spot worth seeking out. The me... more