Hawai’i’s Favorite Restaurants, Specialties and Retail Shops

Explore Hawai’i realtor broker and local resident Dana M. Ching’s list of favorite local dining and shopping destinations. Join her in exploring the abundant and diverse local food culture. Dining options include traditional savory and sweet favorites to exciting new meal features. Dana highlights both the amazing farm-to-table specialties and artistic culinary options throughout the region. Below, check out Dana’s top picks for unique local retail establishments you won’t want to miss.

Dining

Whether you’re a visiting foodie or a resident looking for a new taste sensation, be sure to check out the world-class gastronomic features available on Hawai’i. Explore traditional organic favorites, delectable gourmet cuisine, fabulous meals prepared by celebrity chefs, and much more at these dining establishments that have earned Dana’s seal of approval!

The Strawberry Patch Hawai’i
Cooked-to-Order Local Specialties
79-7491 Mamalahoa Highway
Kealakekua, Hawai’i
Phone: (808) 322-9060

Sam Choy’s Kai Lanai
Hawai’ian Heritage Cuisine
78-6831 Alii Drive, Suite 1000
Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i
Phone: (808) 333-3434

Teshima’s Restaurant
Local Japanese-Style Family Favorites Since 1957
79-7251 Mamalahoa Hwy
Kealakekua, Hawai’i
Phone: (808) 322-9140

Huggo’s
75-5828 Kahakai Rd
Kailua Kona, HI 96740

Sushi Shiono
75-5799 Alii Dr
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Izakaya Shiono
74-5599 Pawai Pl
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Quinn’s Almost by the Sea
75-5655 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Merriman’s Waimea
65-1227 Opelo Road
Waimea, HI 96743

Gramma’s Kitchen
45-3625 Mamane Street
Honokaa, HI 96727

Willie’s Hot Chicken
74-5599 Pawai Pl
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Lava Lava Beach Club
69-1081 Ku‘uali’i Place
Waikoloa, Hawai’i 96738

Papa Kona
Breakfast & Brunch With Amazing Views
75-5770 Ali’i Dr
Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i
Phone: (808) 300-0044

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Award-Winning Upscale Dining
68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr
Kohala Coast, Hawai’i
Phone: (808) 887-0800

Tropics Tap House
Fresh Local Seafood, Family Favorites, and Brews
Keauhou Shopping Ctr.
78-6831 Ali’i Dr. # 135
Kona, Hawai’i
Phone: (808) 498-4507

Island Lava Java
75-5801 Alii Dr Building 1
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

El Maguey Mexican Restaurant
74-5563 Kaiwi Street
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

The Fish & The Hog
64-957 Mamalahoa Hwy.
Waimea, HI 96743

Ken’s House of Pancakes
1730 Kamehameha Avenue
Hilo, HI 96720

Drinks, Desserts, and Sweet Specialties

Bay View Farms – Coffee Estate – Giftshop Gazebo
83-5249 Painted Church Rd
Captain Cook, HI 96704
[email protected]
808-238-5839

Big Island Candies
Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread

Hamakua Macadamia Nut Company
Prime Local Macadamia Nuts & Baked Goods

Kona Brewing Co
74-5612 Pawai Pl
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Kona Coffee & Tea
74-5588 Palani Road
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Kona Haven Coffee
75-5805 Alii Drive
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Punalu’u Bake Shop
Southernmost Bakery in the USA
Highway 11
Naalehu, HI 96772

Basik Aca’i Cafe
75-5831 Kahakai Rd
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Puna Chocolate Company
74-5606 Pawai Place
Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Mamane Bakery
64-1056B Mamalahoa Hwy
Waimea, HI 96743

Favorite Markets and Shops – Hawai’i

Explore Dana’s favorite boutique shops offering everything from local organic produce, flowers, and honey to quality hand-sewn clothing, body care, and more. These vendors showcase some of the best artistic and edible specialty items on Big Island.

Coconut Grove Marketplace
Local Shops Offering Practical Goods and Distinctive Gifts

Kona Farmer’s Market
Locally Grown Produce, Arts, Crafts and More

Queen’s Market Place Shoppes
Shopping, dining & entertainment
Waikoloa Beach

The Shops at Mauna Lani
Mauna Lani Drive, Kohala Coast

As Hawi Turns
Handmade Jewelry, Clothing, Soaps, and Gifts

Parker Ranch Shopping Center
67-1185 Mamalahoa Hwy.
Waimea, HI 96743

Kings Shops
Shopping, dining & entertainment
Waikoloa Beach