Kapahulu Restaurants
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1. Izakaya Nonbei
$$$ | Kapahulu |Teruaki Mori designed this pub, one of the most traditional of Honolulu's izakayas, to make you feel that you're in a northern inn during winter in his native Japan. Dishes not to miss include aji tataki (seared, vinegar-marinated jack mackerel topped with ginger); karei karaage (delicate deep-fried flounder); fried gobo (burdock) chips; and crab, avocado, and bacon salad. And don't forget to try the frozen sake: the menu item that brings locals back begging for more.
3108 Olu St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA808-734–5573Known For
- Great happy hour and late-night spot
- Tiny spot with a huge menu
- Long waits (reservations strongly recommended)
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2. Leonard's Bakery
$ | Kapahulu |Whether you spell it malasada or malassada, when you're in Hawaii, you must try these deep-fried, holeless Portuguese doughnuts. Leonard's Bakery is the most famous of all the island establishments making them and was the first island bakery to commercialize their production. Expect to stand in a long line outside the original Kapahulu location to get a signature pink box or bag filled with the piping hot treats. You can also order from one of the red-and-white-stripe Malasadamobiles parked at several shopping centers on Oahu. Leonard's makes breads, cookies, muffins, and other sweets, too, but let's be honest, you're coming here for the malasadas.
933 Kaphalulu Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96818, USA808-737–5591Known For
- Original and various filled malasadas
- Pão doce (Portuguese sweet bread)
- Small parking lot and long lines
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3. Tokkuri Tei
$$$$ | Kapahulu |The playful atmosphere at this local favorite belies the quality of the food created by chef Hideaki "Santa" Miyoshi. Best to just say "omakase, kudasai" ("chef's choice, please"), and he'll order for you. Famous for his quirky menu names (Spider Poke, for example, where the menu reports, "There's a spider in da poke"), the chef delivers creative options that can intimidate at first glance. Just be aware that some of the more rare seafood dishes can cost up to $45 (each). Although other izakaya joints come and go, this one has stood the test of time—and for good reason.
449 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA808-732–6480Known For
- Japanese food that delivers time and again
- Salmon skin salad
- Ahi tartare poke, which is everything locals dream about
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4. Waiola Shave Ice
$ | Kapahulu |Longtime local favorite Waiola Shave Ice, known for its super-soft and powdery shave ice (or snow cone) and wide variety of flavors, became nationally known through regular appearances on the reboot of the Hawaii Five-0 TV show. It's a fast-moving line, so know your order when you get to the window. Customize your cone with add-ons, such as ice cream, sweetened condensed milk, mochi and adzuki beans (sweet red beans). The original location on Waiola Street in the McCully neighborhood has even more of an old-school feel.
3113 Mokihana St., Honolulu, Hawaii, 96816, USA808-949–2269Known For
- A large menu allowing for lots of customization
- Excellent example of a Hawaii classic
- Slightly brusk service
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