Kapaʻa
Start with ahi poke nachos, followed by wild-boar and lamb sausages and Belgian fries, or move on to a flank steak with chimichurri sauce or a vegetarian…
Must-see restaurants in Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Wailua
A popular cafe for good coffees and breakfasts that pair feta or vegan sausage with eggs. It also does a tofu scramble and a range of sandwiches. But the…
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Everything made by this Oaxaca-born chef tastes fresh and authentic, from stuffed burritos and fish-taco plates to freshly made chips, salsa and sauces…
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
A Kauaʻi offshoot of their locations on Maui, Coconut's is a dependable and good-value option amid Waipouli's strip-mall ambience. Standouts are the…
Wailua
This friendly restaurant makes broke da mout (delicious) ahi wraps, fresh poke, grilled fish plates, salads with local greens, and more. Get takeout for a…
Kapaʻa
Great for self-caterers, this local supermarket chain has a deli that chops fresh poke. It also stocks more locally grown produce and Hawaii-made food…
Kapaʻa
A Mexican seafood truck can be a beautiful thing. It does Ensenada-style fish and shrimp tacos, ceviche tostadas and bulging burritos. There are picnic…
Kapaʻa
This hickory barbecue truck keeps it traditional, with pulled-pork sandwiches and plates, and beef and pork ribs on offer.
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
If you’re a fan of In-N-Out and Dairy Queen, you’ll go nuts over this drive-in. Try the ‘old fashioned’ (cheddar, onions and sprouts) or the ‘local girl’ …
Kapaʻa
A classic diner with big breakfasts, meaty burgers and larger plate lunches built around teriyaki chicken and Portuguese-style pork mains. Grab a cute…
Kapaʻa
A fast-food, Chinese greasy spoon, one of three locations, specializing in affordable plate lunches featuring oxtail soup or pan-fried mahi mahi. It also…
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Groceries stocked here include local produce and artisanal foods, as well as select gourmet and health-conscious brands. Scoop up some fresh poke from the…
Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Caters to mainland tourists through familiar national brands and an American-style deli, bakery, pizza station and sushi bar. It's the only 24hr grocer on…
Kapaʻa
A Thai-Chinese truck serving fish, chicken and beef dishes, wok-tossed in sauces spicy and sweet. It does a range of Thai curries and noodles too.
