Kualapuʻu Cookhouse

Top choice in Moloka'i


This kitsch old roadhouse serves the best meals on the island. Portions are generous – breakfasts feature huge omelets – and plate-lunch options include excellent pork tonkatsu (breaded and fried cutlets). The dinner menu is more ambitious; try the tasty sautéed ono with lilikoʻi–white wine butter. Beer and wine can be purchased at the grocery across the street. Cash only.


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