Hawaiian Delights: Unveiling Food Paradise in Oahu, Maui, Big Island, Kauai

Hawaii is an absolute dream destination! The beaches, the volcanos, and oh, the food! Even though flying and boats aren’t our favorite, the sheer beauty and culinary delights of Hawaii make it all worthwhile. Here’s our ultimate food adventure list, Guy Fieri style:

Oahu

• The Alley Restaurant at Aiea Bowl (Aiea): (Season 19, Episode 12 & Season 24, Episode 6) Bowling and delicious food? Yes, please! Known for their tasty comfort food.
• Big Wave Shrimp Truck (Haleiwa): (Season 15, Episode 7 & Season 27, Episode 4) Food truck doling out mostly shrimp-based plate lunches, with seating at outdoor picnic tables.
• Opal Thai Food (Haleiwa): (Season 15, Episode 10 & Season 19, Episode 14) Looks like this restaurant closed since the show. What a bummer!
• Fresh Catch (Honolulu): (Season 15, Episode 4) Seafood heaven with poke and more. Fresh and flavorful!
• Hank’s Haute Dogs (Honolulu): (Season 8, Episode 11) Gourmet hot dogs with unique twists. A must-try!
• Jawaiian Irie Jerk Restaurant (Honolulu): (Season 14, Episode 12 & Season 19, Episode 15) Jamaican-Hawaiian fusion that packs a punch.
• Murphy’s Bar & Grill (Honolulu): (Season 9, Episode 4) Classic pub fare in a lively setting. Great for a fun night out.
• Nico’s Pier 38 (Honolulu): (Season 8, Episode 11) Fresh seafood right by the pier. Can’t get any fresher!
• Rainbow Drive-In (Honolulu): (Season 9, Episode 8 & Season 21, Episode 17) Classic Hawaiian plate lunches. A local favorite!
• Boots & Kimo’s Homestyle Kitchen (Kailua): (Season 19, Episode 9) Casual restaurant serving Hawaiian-American breakfast & lunch dishes.
• Camille’s on Wheels (Kailua): (Season 14, Episode 13) Looks like this restaurant closed since the show. What a bummer!
• Uahi Island Grill (Kailua): (Season 19, Episode 10) Contemporary Hawaiian fare, plus plate lunches & Sunday brunch in a cozy, casual setting.
• Dean’s Drive Inn (Kaneohe): (Season 19, Episode 10) Looks like this restaurant closed since the show. What a bummer!
• He’eia Kea Pier General Store and Deli (Kaneohe): (Season 15, Episode 1) Fresh, locally sourced dishes by the water.
• Mike’s Huli Huli Chicken (Kaneohe): (Season 19, Episode 11) Famous for their huli huli chicken. A Hawaiian staple!
• Germaine’s Luau (Kapolei): (Season 8, Episode 11) Experience a traditional Hawaiian luau with a feast to match.
• Poke Stop at Mililani Mauka LLC (Mililani): (Season 9, Episode 2) Part of a small local chain specializing in creative cuisine that makes use of Hawaiian reef fish.
• Sweet Home Waimanalo (Waimanalo): Looks like this restaurant closed since the show. What a bummer!
• Elena’s Restaurant (Waipahu): (Season 19, Episode 10) Filipino comfort food with a local twist.
• Highway Inn & Ho’okipa Catering (Waipahu): (Season 8, Episode 11) Authentic Hawaiian cuisine. A taste of true island flavors.

Maui

• Brigit & Bernard’s Garden Cafe (Kahului): (Season 27, Episode 1) A mix of Swiss and local Hawaiian cuisine.
• Da Kitchen (Kahului): (Season 25, Episode 1) Looks like this restaurant closed since the show. What a bummer!
• Like Poke (Kahului): (Season 25, Episode 1) Fresh poke bowls that are bursting with flavor.
• Maui Fresh Streatery (Kahului): (Season 27, Episode 2) Gourmet food truck with creative, fresh dishes.
• Thai Mee Up (Kahului): (Season 26, Episode 14) Delicious Thai street food in a casual setting.
• Fat Daddy’s Smokehouse (Kihei): (Season 25, Episode 1) Mouthwatering BBQ with island flair.
• Maui Brick Oven (Kihei): (Season 26, Episode 16) Looks like this restaurant closed since the show. What a bummer!
• Miso Phat Sushi (Kihei): (Season 25, Episode 5) Fresh sushi and friendly service. A sushi lover’s paradise.
• South Maui Fish Company (Kihei): Fresh seafood right off the boat. Simple and delicious.
• The Outrigger Pizza Company (Kihei): (Season 24, Episode 16) Wood-fired pizzas with creative toppings.
• Three’s Bar and Grill (Kihei): (Season 27, Episode 3) Eclectic menu with Asian, Hawaiian, and Southwestern influences.
• Down the Hatch Maui (Lahaina): (Season 26, Episode 15) Casual seafood spot with great happy hour deals.
• Fleetwood’s on Front St. (Lahaina): (Season 26, Episode 14) Owned by Mick Fleetwood, offering great food and live music.
• Joey’s Kitchen (Lahaina): Filipino and Hawaiian fusion. Flavorful and unique!
• Star Noodle (Lahaina): (Season 25, Episode 3) Asian-inspired noodles and small plates. A foodie hotspot.
• Matteo’s Osteria (Wailea): Cozy Italian eatery with a great wine selection.

Big Island

• Cafe Pesto (Hilo): Creative island cuisine with an Italian twist.
• Hilo Bay Cafe (Hilo): Fresh, local ingredients in every dish. Beautiful views of the bay.
• Le Yellow Sub (Hilo): Sandwiches and comfort food with a Hawaiian flair.
• Broke Da Mouth Grindz (Kailua-Kona): (Season 28, Episode 19) Local comfort food that’s bursting with flavor.
• Foster’s Kitchen (Kailua-Kona): (Season 28, Episode 14) Farm-to-table dishes with a view.
• Island Lava Java (Kailua-Kona): (Season 28, Episode 16) Delicious breakfast and brunch spot with ocean views.
• Kanaka Kava (Kailua-Kona): (Season 28, Episode 17) Traditional kava drinks and island eats.
• Original Thai (Kailua-Kona): (Season 28, Episode 18) Authentic Thai food in a tropical setting.
• Umekes Fishmarket Bar & Grill (Kailua-Kona): (Season 28, Episode 13) Fresh seafood and poke. A Big Island favorite!
• Rebel Kitchen (Kealakekua): (Season 28, Episode 15) Comfort food with an island twist.

Kauai

• Hanalei Poke Food Truck (Hanalei): Fresh poke right by the beach. A perfect snack!
• The Dolphin Restaurant (Hanalei): Seafood and sushi in a picturesque setting.
• Kenji Burger (Kauai): Japanese-style burgers that are out of this world.
• Tahini Nui (Kauai): Fresh and tasty Middle Eastern cuisine.
• Tiki Iniki (Kauai): Fun tiki bar with great food and drinks.

No matter where we end up in Hawaii, there’s always going to be something amazing to eat. The beaches, volcanos, and food make it worth overcoming our fears to explore this paradise. Aloha!