Local's Guide to Hawaii

1. The Food Company

8.2

1020 Keolu Dr (at Enchanted Lake Shopping Center), Kailua, HI

Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: The best plate lunch on island.

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2. Bookends

8.6

600 Kailua Rd #126 (at Hahani St.), Kailua, HI

Bookstore · 8 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Awesome used bookstore with an excellent staff. I've found numerous signed copies hidden in the stacks.

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3. Gazen Izakaya

2840 Kapiolani Blvd (Near S. King St.), Honolulu, HI

Japanese Restaurant · Diamond Head - Kapahulu - St. Louis · 33 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: The tofu sampler is a must try

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4. ChadLou's Coffee House

8.1

45 Kihapai St, Kailua, HI

Coffee Shop · 23 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: The iced chai is perfect for a hot day.

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5. La Tour Cafe

8.7

888 N Nimiz Hwy #101 (at Alakawa St.), Honolulu, HI

French Restaurant · Kalihi - Palama · 62 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Save room for macaroon's after your meal!

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6. Baci Bistro

8.1

30 Aulike St, Kailua, HI

Italian Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: The best Italian food on island. Try the rigatoni alla panna rosa for a great vegetarian dish.

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7. Diamond Head Theatre

8.1

520 Makapuu Ave (At Alohea Ave), Honolulu, HI

Comedy Club · Kaimuki · 8 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Get a season pass!

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8. Crepes No Ka Oi

8.8

131 Hekili St, Kailua, HI

Creperie · 42 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: I get the Berry Heavenly crepe and add Nutella. So good!

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9. Bubbies Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts

1010 University Ave (at Coyne St), Honolulu, HI

Ice Cream Parlor · Mccully - Moiliili · 63 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Mochi ice cream. Enough said.

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10. Lanikai Pillboxes Hike

9.2

Kaelepulu Dr (at Aalapapa Dr), Kailua, HI

Hiking Trail · 44 tips and reviews

11. Movie Museum

7.8

3566 Harding Ave, Honolulu, HI

Indie Movie Theater · Kaimuki · 4 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Get cozy with an indie flick, but buy your tickets ahead of time!

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12. Agnes Portuguese Bakeshop

46 Hoolai St (at Kihapai St), Kailua, HI

Bakery · 20 tips and reviews

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13. Waiola Shave Ice

8.8

2135 Waiola St (at Paani St), Honolulu, HI

Dessert Shop · Mccully - Moiliili · 83 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: In the endless argument about the best shave ice, Waiola's gets my vote.

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14. Champa Thai

306 Kuulei Rd, Kailua, HI

Thai Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

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15. Olive Tree Cafe

8.4

4614 Kilauea Ave, Honolulu, HI

Greek Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

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16. Liliha Bakery

8.7

515 N Kuakini St (at Aipaako St), Honolulu, HI

Bakery · Lanakila · 181 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Be adventurous and try the green tea coco puffs

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17. Ryan's Grill

1200 Ala Moana Blvd (Ward Centre), Honolulu, HI

Restaurant · Ala Moana - Kakaako · 38 tips and reviews

Ashley Raethel: Come for happy hour, the prices and food are great.

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18. Maunawili Falls Trail

7.8

Kelewina Rd., Kailua, HI

Hiking Trail · 24 tips and reviews