19 Best Seafood Restaurants near Waianae

“I recently visited Kaʻahaʻaina Café on Farrington Highway in Waiʻanae, and it truly stands out as one of the more unique casual spots on Oʻahu’s leeward coast. The ambiance at Kaʻahaʻaina Café sets it apart from your average neighborhood café. The atmosphere is laid-back and focused on community, embodying a local vibe that truly represents the West Side instead of mimicking a trendy Honolulu idea.

The overall experience at Kaʻahaʻaina Café was truly something I valued the most. The vibe was relaxed and inviting, allowing for a seamless transition into enjoying the meal. The service was not only friendly but also efficient, with the staff contributing to a warm atmosphere that perfectly complemented the café’s local vibe. That level of reliability is crucial, particularly in a venue where it appears that numerous patrons are familiar faces.

From a wider travel viewpoint, I often observe when a café truly embodies the spirit of its local community. Having explored numerous dining spots around the globe, I often find myself recalling those that truly embody their local essence, and Kaʻahaʻaina Café certainly captures that vibe. It's not just about the show. It's all about the cozy vibe, the sense of belonging, and an atmosphere that resonates with the essence of Waiʻanae.

Kaʻahaʻaina Café is definitely worth a visit if you find yourself on the Waiʻanae Coast and are in the mood for a laid-back meal in an authentically local atmosphere. Kaʻahaʻaina Café exudes a sense of community that adds a unique charm, setting it apart from typical café experiences.“

“I have had pasta in Italy, I have had sausage in Germany, I have had poutin in Canada, I've had lobster in Boston... I could go on..
I have never, had a crispy, sweet and spicy, chicken bite that has EVER equalled to what they have... I ordered 2 from the appetizer menu and was disappointed only in myself that I could not finish them both.“

“Nice/cozy restaurant with great foods.“

“The Loves Kitchen makes such an awesome breakfast!! Make sure and go by- you won’t be disappointed!! Our family loves this spot! 💫💫💫“

“Best food truck I’ve ever eaten from! I’m a western New Yorker, we cook and/or put hot sauce on everything. Not fully understanding all of the menu options, the owner, was so friendly, offered information about the types of fresh food he had and even offered us samples of the Ahi poke. Once a nay sayin skeptic, I’m now a true believer in raw fish as an amazing meal. I can’t say enough about how tasty this food was. We also had the Shrimp Tempura, Ahi Katsu and Limo Oi’o. All were absolutely some of the best food we had in over a week in Hawaii.“

“Such a beautiful resort and the food is amazing at Longhi’s!“

“It is everything and then some. Great experience“

“We visited this place twice within a week or two. Both times we had the snow crab legs in butter garlic sauce. We also had the garlic fries and kuala pork quesadillas, which was very good. The service was friendly and attentive. The place was noisy from the TVs even though there were only two other tables (both visits). I’m sure there are other better places for crabs, but you can always find a table here and price was near reasonable.“

“found this little gem and so glad I did! Poke is soo good and fresh with lots of topping options. When in KoOlina you must stop in for some Poke.“

“We stopped here today for lunch and we were not disappointed. We ordered the #1 Butter Garlic Combo and the #3 Lemon Pepper combo and the only regret is we didn’t order a to go order!! The food was fantastic and very flavorful!! I highly recommend this place!!“

“By far one of the best meals my family and I ever had. The canoe appetizer was off the charts and the meals were even better. The ahi tuna and both the 16 is cab steak and the wagyu A-5 6oz was incredible and the desserts were even better. Highly recommend“

“Outstanding PHÓ, substantial serving sizes with plenty of protein and veggies in a flavorful broth. Bahn Mi (Vietnamese style sandwiches,) spring roll, summer roll, salads, vermicelli plates, rice dishes and a whole lot more to enjoy. Soft drinks are always available able. Friendly and helpful staff. The restaurant gets busy at times and this may slow down the outstanding service,“

“Would like to thank Raye for her awesome recommendation..she is the best waitress I ever encountered.“

“Can’t really say to much about the service and atmosphere because it was take out but staff was friendly and we revived our food In a timely way. The kalua nachos are great, the cheese and ingredients are mixed throughout the nachos and not just stack in top leaving nothing on the bottom like other places. Would recommend.“

“Assaggio in Kapolei always has delicious and visually appealing food. The service is courteous, and they strive to provide a friendly atmosphere. The Bread is unbelievable I have to stop after the second basket due to the food I ordered. I tried the New York steak medium rare and the Shrimp Scampi. Everything was great and I definitely recommend them for your dining options.“

“Awesome food, environment and great customer service.“

“HONESTY HONESTY HONESTY. I bring my family here mainly for breakfast because of the great food, PRICES, & service. After we paid for our meals, as we were walking out the door, the young man owner/server stopped us and said that we may have over paid our bill by $50 which included the tip. I didn't realized I added it wrong. So he had me change it if I wanted to. He was HONEST and realized the overpayment and to double check with me. God bless him for his honesty and his restaurant will continue to flourish. SA808“

“quick fresh food. amazing service. would love to come again.“

“It's not exactly brand spanking new or even particularly well cleaned in the dining room, but the food quality is outstanding and the staff are fairly friendly.

Try the Sizzling Pepper Beef and their Yang Cho fried rice is amazing.“