Location: Kaneohe
Top Restaurants in Kaneohe
Top 10 Hawaiian food in Kaneohe, Hawaii, United States
Find out what Hawaiian restaurants to try in Kaneohe. Kāneʻohe is a census-designated place (CDP) included in the City and County of Honolulu and located in Hawaiʻi state District of Koʻolaupoko on the island of Oʻahu. In the Hawaiian language, kāne ʻohe means "bamboo man". According to an ancient Hawaiian story a local woman compared her husband's cruelty to the sharp edge of cutting bamboo; thus the place was named Kāneʻohe or "Bamboo man". The population was 34,597 at the 2010 census. Kāneʻohe is the largest of several communities along Kāneʻohe Bay and one of the two largest residential communities on the windward side of Oʻahu (the other is Kailua). The commercial center of the town is spread mostly along Kamehameha Highway.
Things to do in Kaneohe
10. L & L Hawaiian Barbecue
Overall Ratings
4 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Lisa L
We stopped at this place by chance. Traffic was moving slowly, and we were too hungry to wait any longer. To our surprise, food was very reasonably priced, and they had many options to choose from. We both ordered a cheeseburger and fries. They were both served hot and they were both yummy. Would definitely eat here again.
9. Honeyâs Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 29 reviews
Honey's Restaurant in Kaneohe, Hawaii is named after legendary Don Ho's mother Emily "Honey" Ho. Once called Honey's Bar and Honey's Café, it was a local favorite and landmark on the windward side of the island of Oahu in the 1940s until the 1970s. Incept
Reviewed By mjheede
Wow, what a pleasant surprise! Iâve had breakfast here before and had a fine experience. The food was good and the setting is fantastic. Beautiful views in an exotic location. Now I actually think theyâve lowered their prices to where they are now one of the breakfast deals in the area. The food was great, the service excellent and as I mentioned the surrounding is exceptional.
8. Adela's Country Eatery
Adela's Country Eatery, in Kaneohe Hawaii, serves great local food from Hawaii farms.
Reviewed By theJasonTadeoShow
When you think of Kaneohe, you think of beautiful beaches, warm tropical breezes and a laid back beach atmosphere. But in the center of it all is Adelaâs Country Eatery. Established in April 2019, Adela has been creating fresh made noodles every morning. But if they run out of noodles... they close! So come early and order your favorite! Adela trained in Okinawa, Japan and the Philippines to perfect these dishes! Sheâs always testing different types of noodles and ingredients, so come by often to try them all out!The best has got to be the marunggay and the Ube noodles. The bread fruit noodles is also worth the wait! All the dishes are fresh cooked in the back of the open kitchen! Check this place out and say hi to Millie in the front!
7. Waiahole Nursery and Garden Center Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 15 reviews
âOur Bistro represents the growing "Farm-to-Table" movement, using in house and locally-sourced produce crafted into smoothies, salads, sandwiches, wraps and a daily rotating menu. When you eat at our Garden Bistro you support not only local business, but
Reviewed By Johinbrisbane
Forget that awful Starbucks coffee you can get in strip malls. Find this place and enjoy their delicious coffee food and drinks! It is an amazing family-run business that supports the community and helps the planet by growing plants aquaponically...what's that you say? Go and visit and find out for yourselves. It's not flash but it's clean and friendly and reasonably priced. The bonus is the view!
6. Local Boy Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Rae W
I wanted to try someplace new and I had read a few reviews of this place, so my husband and I went. We walked up to the window and were greeted immediately. The cashier was friendly and took our order. Within five minutes or so, our food was ready. I ordered the LBS special bowl with unagi, kalbi and smoked meat. The unagi was soft and delicious as was the kalbi. The smoked meat was a tad disappointing; I had two pieces that were mostly fat. I'm not sure if that's standard--since some people really like fat--or just my bad luck since I don't eat fat. My husband, who is originally from the East Coast, ordered the California roll pack. He's not used to real crab, so he declared it too fishy. (I know, I know--the real crab is a very good thing!) Since my husband is a small eater, we gave half the pack to my Dad and his fishing partner, and they both whacked it!Oh, I got a free small drink with my meal, too. I couldn't believe our order was a mere $20! We're going back because I need to try the bread pudding!
5. Kualoa Ranch Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By foreigntravellust
The outdoor seating with a covered lanai was best place to sit. I enjoyed the views of the kaneohe bay from the outdoor seating. The food was quickly replenished when a selection started to run low
4. Dean's Drive-Inn
Overall Ratings
4 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By DrFrisbie
This unpretentious diner on the windward side of Oahu is an absolute treasure. Owners Dean & Dee are serious foodies with a friendly, laid-back aloha vibe. High quality fish, high quality Japanese beef and other fine cuisine choices. Moderate prices and a casual atmosphere. This is where wise, food-savvy locals meet to eat.
3. Waiahole Poi factory
Overall Ratings
4 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By Jaimee S
I ordered Hawaiian foods, foods that I've never tried before. On vacation, gotta try something different and adventurous! Soooo worth it, especially the poi. Everything we ate there was delicious, quickly prepared and done very well (we ate a few of the same dishes elsewhere and agreed this was the best). Not too pricey, just right, and refreshing! Highly recommend!
2. Fresh Catch
Overall Ratings
4 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By roslyn701
We were starved, just in from the beach, didnât know what to order. The place was packed with locals. Lots taking big bags of take-out. The woman behind the counter took the time to explain the spices and flavors, gave us multiple samples. We ordered the salmon and it was amazing! Fast service, so so so fresh and scrumptious! Free onsite parking, full meals under $12.
Where to eat American food in Kaneohe: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Haleiwa Joe's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1066 reviews
Haleiwa Joe's at Haiku Gardens is a hidden gem out in beautiful Kaneohe, Oahu. Enjoy delicious steaks and seafood in our open-aired restaurant while absorbing the breath-taking Hawaiian views of the botanical gardens below, lined with the majestic Ko'olau
Reviewed By 104stevenp
Best arrive early. The restaurant opens at 430pm, we were there at 440, and by 5 it was full! We got the last open table directly overlooking the ponds, amazing view of the mountain and jungle-like vegetation. Go for the Small Plates, get them all and share - poke, shrimp, ahi, ribs, sizzling mushrooms, calamari - I forget them all. The main entrees - served to an adjacent table looked huge! Not to be missed.
