Molokai Restaurants

During a week's stay, you might easily hit all the dining spots worth a visit and then return to your favorites for a second round. The dining scene is fun because it's a microcosm of Hawaii's diverse cultures. You can find locally grown vegetarian foods, spicy Filipino cuisine, and Hawaiian fish with a Japanese influence—such as ahi or aku (types of tuna), mullet, and moonfish grilled, sautéed, or mixed with seaweed and eaten raw as poke (salted and seasoned raw fish). Most eating establishments are on Ala Malama Street in Kaunakakai, with pizza, pasta, and ribs all within a block or two. If you're heading to West Molokai for the day, be sure to stock up on provisions before you go as there is no place to eat here. If you are on the east end stop by Manae Goods and Grinds (808/558-8186) near mile marker 16 for good local seafood plates, burgers, and ice cream.