Comfort Food Restaurants near Kailua, HI

“We visited Easyque recently and I’ve been craving the food ever since!! Absolutely everything was delicious! 😋 😍“

“There was a slight problem with my takeout order. But BCD employee Rara was very helpful to resolve the issue. She demonstrated excellent customer service in following up to make sure I was happy with the resolution. I'm happy to know that there are still people who care about their customers and do their jobs well. Mahalo Rara!“

“I love the retro vibe in the sit-down section. The food (all-day breakfast omelette) must have been good as I forgot to take a photo.
My partner enjoyed the vegetarian chili.

Vegetarian options: Vegetarian Chili
Vegetarian tofu burger“

“Great food and wonderful service!“

“Great food and wonderful service!“

“a bit pricey but food is really good“

“Delicious! I will be back! Mahalo“

“Gyoza, pronounced like "dumpling", is actually "pot sticker". The fillings are cabbage, leeks and minced pork. It's crispy, not greasy, and has just the right salty taste. It's delicious without adding soy sauce.
Various restaurants are surrounded by a small indoor food court (Lanai), with a spacious space and a leisurely atmosphere.“

“Always friendly service when we pop in. Delicious food. Cool 80’s music going. Chill atmosphere to relax and enjoy the conversation.“

“Best appetizers and drinks I’ve had in a very long time“

“This was my first time and I loved it. Our server was wonderful. I definitely recommend this restaurant“

“Impressed by Pan's Kitchen yesterday! I ordered the fresh grilled ahi, and let me tell you, it was incredible. With the first bite you could tell just how fresh it was - perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Just a heads up, there might be small hard time understanding sometimes due to the owner's accent. But be patient, communication works out, and the food is absolutely worth it. Parking can be tricky - it's one of those places we only go to when we see a spot open. We got lucky yesterday with an empty space, but two trucks swooped in as soon as we pulled in! Despite the potential parking hassle, Pan's Kitchen is a hidden gem. Highly recommend it for the incredible ahi (and hopefully a parking spot)!“

“Awesome food. Brisket Melt I highly recommend! Great view“

“The food was good and it was quick! Minimal wait time and good portions.“

“Scratch is one of my must eat places when I'm in Hawaii. The food is always delicious, it never misses. It was unfortunate they we unable to serve alcohol since they didn't renew their license. Service was ok. Not great considering it was a pretty slow night. It never ceases to amaze me that the waitstaff fails to bring small plates when appetizers are ordered. Come on..that should be standard practice. Overall a pretty good experience.“

“At Zippy’s Makiki, the dining experience often stands out for its warm, local charm, but our recent visit was elevated to an entirely new level thanks to Chingky, an exceptional server who left an indelible impression on our group. From the moment we walked in, Chingky’s genuine smile and welcoming demeanor immediately made us feel at ease, as if we were being greeted by an old friend.

Unlike the forced pleasantries you might encounter elsewhere, Chingky’s warmth felt completely authentic. She struck the perfect balance of professionalism and kindness, engaging with us in a way that was both sweet and respectful. It was clear she cared about making our experience memorable, taking time to ensure every detail of our visit was seamless.

What truly set Chingky apart was her work ethic. She was attentive without being intrusive, anticipating our needs before we even realized them. Drinks were refilled promptly, and our food was served with efficiency that was as impressive as her kindhearted nature. Even while the restaurant buzzed with activity, she moved with a calm yet fast-paced energy, demonstrating her ability to handle pressure without losing her friendly composure.

Throughout the meal, Chingky remained engaging, exchanging light conversation and making sure we were comfortable. Her sweet personality shone through in every interaction, leaving us not only satisfied with the food but also uplifted by her incredible service. She had an uncanny ability to make each guest feel valued, which is a rare and admirable trait in the restaurant industry.

Chingky exemplifies what outstanding service should be—thoughtful, efficient, and full of heart. Zippy’s Makiki is lucky to have her, and we can’t wait to return for another visit, knowing that a smiling face and unparalleled service await.“

“Caught them at Windward Mall this past Saturday, April 9. Best Shoyu Pork….Ever! Prime Rib was da bomb and sooo tender! Very friendly too!“

“My first Raising Cane’s experience was when I was with Kuuipo. She was so excited to let me know that there were chicken tenders! Last time, it was their way of saying hello and welcoming me. I thought the food was really tasty at first because she validated the touch from when I looked. Sounds like a great food to order for take out. I’m taking my time thanking her all the way through.“

“Server was great working alone… wish they would hires more help, I saw couple of families in lined and left when service was slow. My wife and I visiting the island and this place was our hang out, busy then and still popular with the locals.“

“If you’re a L&L fan, you’ll enjoy using their app to order food prior to your arrival. We are staying in the Hawai’i Kai area and were pleased to find this L&L location. Easy to drive to, food was great as always, and the app made ordering for a group of 7 so easy…just order, drive, and pick up, no waiting! I have this 5 stars for everything except Atmosphere as we did not eat there and I did not want to mislead anyone on that element.“

“Came in and ordered Teriyaki beef Saimin, mini Loco Moco, Salmon burger with a side of fries, and a mini Chicken Katsu. Very delicious, the chicken was crispy, salmon was cooked well, noodles in the Saimin were not over cooked, and the Loco Moco was great! Highly recommend stopping in here!
We dined in, the A/C could be a little bit colder inside.“

“I had trouble using my Zipster Rewards that are given to a senior customer who formerly had the original rewards.Working supervisor Dan at Waipahu Zippy’s helped me figure out how to use my $100 credit before the end of 2023. Dan was very patient with this old lady who needed lots of help with the app on my phone. Many thanks, Dan.“

“Great food and atmosphere. Highly attentive and friendly staff. I would definitely recommend the garlic shrimp.“

“Miss eating in the new way is okay I guess“

“Great food and a big variety“

“Food was terrific and the staff was very friendly.“

“Love Zippy’s every time I visit I always stop at Zippy’s before I head anywhere else and I always order Korean chicken with extra Mac my favorite.“

“Flying in from San Francisco, one of my 1st stops us always Zippy’s Casual friendly atmosphere. Delicious food. Love Portuguese soup and clam chowder. The corn bread fried and buttery. For a delicious taste of Honolulu, run to Zippy’s. I do!“

“Yummy cheap food great view“

“love service and everybody there. food is ono!“

“My son and I, on occasion my grandson, started to go to your Zippy’s few weeks ago We visit quite often due to great location and wonderful service: Fast & friendly I really appreciate the hard work the servers put in We will continue visiting your Kahala Zippy’s“

“Long time since I visited this place… I missed their Mix Plate with salads! It was a bit after lunch time, so I didn’t wait for long to be served. My mixed plate was chicken katsu and mochiko chicken. My friend got beef cutlet and roast pork Mixed Plate. Both is us thoroughly enjoyed our lunch plate! Asian salad was just right flavor with sesame oil and fried wanton. A little extra was chow fun under the meat. And the price was really reasonable here!! ($15 each). Parking lot is just next to the restaurant, very convenient. It was really satisfied day for me.“

“Shout out to Giovanni Pastrami in Waikiki. First of all, they screwed up! Somehow our ticket was missed in the kitchen, and after we had waited nearly an hour for our food, our waitress came and told us what happened and that they were preparing our meal now. She was very apologetic and very professional. Then the head chef came out from the kitchen and personally apologized and told us we were getting a 25% discount for our extra long wait. The food was very good and we were quite full. But then, one more olive branch appeared in the form of a complimentary brownie/ice cream dessert! I never judge a business on their mistakes; shit happens. But I totally judge businesses on how they handle their mistakes, and Giovanni Pastrami gets an A+! Ron & Jeanne Lodge Wenatchee, WA“