Breakfast restaurants in Hawaii
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Eggs 'n Things
Never empty, this bustling diner specializes in hearty breakfast fare, from thick pancakes done up with whip cream to steak and eggs. The odd hours reflect its clientele, early morning tourists, graveyard shift workers and post-clubbers.
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Gaylord's
If you're curious about the life of a plantation baron, dine here at the Wilcox estate. The manicured lawn, white tablecloths and clubby tone match the menu, with dishes like filet mignon bathed in liliko'i sauce, and shiitake and prime rib salad featuring Maui onions and Kamuela tomatoes. Big breakfast eaters, try the generous daily buffet or Sunday brunch.
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Kalaheo Café & Coffee Co
First known for its breakfasts and melt-in-your-mouth 'cinnamon knuckle' pastry, this neighborhood café now serves gourmet, if eclectic, dinners. Hunan-style pork tenderloin is paired with pineapple marmalade and mashed potato, while the fresh-catch enchilada features herb polenta. Economize by ordering grilled sandwiches from the lunch menu till closing.
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Café Mambo
This upbeat, arty café adds a splash of innovation to everything it does. Breakfast, served until noon, features create-your-own omelets. At other times choose from fragrant Moroccan stews, mouthwatering kalua duck fajitas and tempting vegetarian selections. Mambo also packs box lunches in coolers for the road to Hana (for two people $17).
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Lahaina Coolers
Whether you swing by early in the morning or after the dance floor has emptied, this eclectic open-air restaurant always has a crowd. You can mix and match an endless variety of omelet options and opt to have breakfast any time of the day. Other top choices include the tasty kalua pig tacos, creative pizzas and Kula green salads.
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Cafe Hale'iwa
An unpretentious joint with Formica tables and walls plastered with surf memorabilia, Cafe Hale'iwa is a popular haunt for both local surfers and day-trippers. It offers good food at cheap prices. A popular breakfast choice is the egg sandwich or mahi and eggs. Lunch is mostly sandwiches and Mexican fare.
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Koke'e Lodge
Step right up, folks. This is the only eatery within 20 miles. Luckily the food is surprisingly good. Find smoked-salmon quiche, granola and other breakfast fare all day long, plus hearty soups, sandwiches and interesting salads, like the Moroccan sampler with couscous, hummus and Mediterranean veggies.
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Kula Sandalwoods Restaurant
The owner-chef earned her toque from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America. At breakfast she serves up a knockout eggs Benedict. Lunch moves into specialty salads and innovative sandwiches on foccacia bread. Heady espresso, too. The restaurant is less than a mile north of Haleakala Crater Rd.
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Sunrise Café
Sit on the little lanai and watch the morning harbor action at this cozy hole-in-the-wall. Locals rave about the eggs, Portuguese sausage and fruit plate (around US$7), and Sunrise also makes good breakfast burritos and decadent chocolate pancakes. At lunch it's salads and sandwiches.
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Charley's
Got a hankering for breakfast in the afternoon? No problem here. Charley's will whip you up island-fresh eggs any time of the day. The eggs Benedict with sautéed spinach and mushrooms is simply ono. The burgers, steaks and pizzas don't disappoint either.
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SeaWatch
Head up here to the golf course if you want to escape the hotel scene. At breakfast the crab-cake eggs Benedict sizzles. At other times you'll find tasty sandwiches, salads and seafood. Dine on the veranda for a panoramic ocean view across the fairway.
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Mango Grill & Bar
Overlooking the golf course, Mango brings them in with huge servings and a menu that covers the gamut from local grinds to New York steak. People come from miles around for the breakfast fare, especially the French toast smothered in tropical fruits.
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Kihei Caffe
If jet lag has you up before sunrise, head here. Breakfast burritos and eggs in every conceivable preparation highlight the menu. Best of all, the eye-popping coffee comes with a free refill.
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Sunrise Market & Protea Farm
Stop here, a quarter of a mile up from the intersection of Hwys 378 and 377, to pick up post-sunrise java, breakfast burritos and fruit salads. Then stroll out back to view the protea garden.
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Island Lava Java
This local gathering spot provides that irresistible combo of good coffee, ocean breezes and internet access ($4 per 20 minutes).
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