KE IKE HANA guidebook
Food scene
Banh Mi & Boba Cafe
85-081 Waianae Valley RoadEverything we had was excellent, it's clean and great service!
Their food is pretty classic American. They do a few veg/vegan options including a veggie burger. We really love this spot for the ambience, plan it so you can watch the sunset on their patio while you enjoy your food + drinks.
36 locals recommend
The Beach House by 604
85-010 Army StTheir food is pretty classic American. They do a few veg/vegan options including a veggie burger. We really love this spot for the ambience, plan it so you can watch the sunset on their patio while you enjoy your food + drinks.
We are vegan so haven't personally tried but have heard great feedback from friends.
16 locals recommend
Aloha Poke
85-979 Farrington HwyWe are vegan so haven't personally tried but have heard great feedback from friends.
simply the best vegan food on the west side. Check if they are open before going though.
56 locals recommend
Kahumana Organic Farms & Cafe
86-660 Lualualei Homestead Rdsimply the best vegan food on the west side. Check if they are open before going though.
Jamba Waianae Mall
86-120 Farrington Highwayfor a quick healthy pick me up
Excellent Thai food! One of our personal favs... a bit of an oily spoon.
43 locals recommend
Spicy House
87-730 Farrington HwyExcellent Thai food! One of our personal favs... a bit of an oily spoon.
Countryside Cafe
87-70 Farrington Hwya locals favorite breakfast spot... standard diner food.
cute place. great coffee. croissant egg sandwich with greens kinda place.
15 locals recommend
Island Vintage Coffee
4470 Kapolei Parkwaycute place. great coffee. croissant egg sandwich with greens kinda place.
Pizza Corner
92-1047 Olani StreetIf you don't feel like going to Town for whole foods, this is the closest Natural Food Market
31 locals recommend
Down to Earth Organic & Natural - Kapolei
4460 Kapolei PkwyIf you don't feel like going to Town for whole foods, this is the closest Natural Food Market
Whole Foods Market
629 Kailua RdThere's a Whole Foods in Town and Aiea
Tamura Super Market
86-032 Farrington Hwylocal market
Waianae Market
85-810 Farrington Hwylocal food market
local market ( further than Waianae market or Tamura's) but still on the west side
17 locals recommend
Sack N Save
2070 Farrington Hwylocal market ( further than Waianae market or Tamura's) but still on the west side
Costco Wholesale
4589 Kapolei Pkwyclosest to condo, great gas prices
trendy cocktails. farm to table dishes. kids menu.
162 locals recommend
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Ko Olina
92-1048 Olani Sttrendy cocktails. farm to table dishes. kids menu.
Neighborhoods
this is where you will be staying. it's the not-so-touristy side of the island with quiet beaches and gorgeous sunsets. If you're looking for a high end resort kinda feel, this isn't the spot for you :)
12 locals recommend
Mākaha
this is where you will be staying. it's the not-so-touristy side of the island with quiet beaches and gorgeous sunsets. If you're looking for a high end resort kinda feel, this isn't the spot for you :)
City/town information
Waianae
The Leeward side of Oahu, is the Makaha/Wai'anae West side coastline.
NorthShore: Epic surf brakes.Good Eats.Sweet Hikes.
Beaches: Haleiwa, Waimea, Sharks Cove, Pipeline, Sunset, Kahuku Point
Eats: Banzai Bowls, NorthShore Tacos, Sunrise Shack, Giovani Shrimp Truck, Jax Woodfired Pizza, BeachHouse, Waialua Bakery
ToDo: Surf lessons, Waimea Falls, EcoTours, Dole Plantations, hike, swim, snorkel, scuba dive, shop
*** don't forget to get fresh fruit from the stands in Kahuku and then head over to the hidden beach across the street from the stands :)
+ check out Ohana Island Creations in Kahuku for some unique gifts.
273 locals recommend
Haleiwa
NorthShore: Epic surf brakes.Good Eats.Sweet Hikes.
Beaches: Haleiwa, Waimea, Sharks Cove, Pipeline, Sunset, Kahuku Point
Eats: Banzai Bowls, NorthShore Tacos, Sunrise Shack, Giovani Shrimp Truck, Jax Woodfired Pizza, BeachHouse, Waialua Bakery
ToDo: Surf lessons, Waimea Falls, EcoTours, Dole Plantations, hike, swim, snorkel, scuba dive, shop
*** don't forget to get fresh fruit from the stands in Kahuku and then head over to the hidden beach across the street from the stands :)
+ check out Ohana Island Creations in Kahuku for some unique gifts.
One of the most pristine in beauty kind of beach (especially for sunrises). Super family + water sport oriented beach. Try out windsurfing lessons or outwater rigs.
Epic hikes: Lanikai Pill box, Ginger Pond, Koko Head Crater
Other East-Shore Stops: Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden, Sandy, Makapu'u Lighthouse, Halona Blowhole, Hanauma Bay, Hawaii Kai, Sea Life Park, kualoa ranch (heading towards the NorthShore)
78 locals recommend
Kailua
One of the most pristine in beauty kind of beach (especially for sunrises). Super family + water sport oriented beach. Try out windsurfing lessons or outwater rigs.
Epic hikes: Lanikai Pill box, Ginger Pond, Koko Head Crater
Other East-Shore Stops: Ho’omaluhia Botanical Garden, Sandy, Makapu'u Lighthouse, Halona Blowhole, Hanauma Bay, Hawaii Kai, Sea Life Park, kualoa ranch (heading towards the NorthShore)
AKA_Town and Waikiki: great for name brand shopping + luxury spas
Spots: Diamond Head, Tantalus Lookout at night, Royal Hawaiian, International Market, Queens, China Town
34 locals recommend
Honolulu
AKA_Town and Waikiki: great for name brand shopping + luxury spas
Spots: Diamond Head, Tantalus Lookout at night, Royal Hawaiian, International Market, Queens, China Town
Sightseeing
Dolphin Excursions Hawaii
85-491 Farrington HwyKaena Point
Makapu'u Point
Hawaii Nautical-ASA
85-491 Farrington HwyBike Tour Hawaii
2421 Ala Wai BlvdThe Dream Ride Hawaii
Pokai Bay StreetHale Nalu Beach & Bike
85-784 Farrington HwyKo olina beach
Makana Beach
Farrington Hwy