50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Waimanalo

“Wonderful and friendly. The waffles are some of the best I’ve ever had. The Kailua Pork Quesadilla was amazing as well. Manu was so friendly and after a nice conversation he gave a little speech and blew the conch as a blessing for our recent marriage.“

“I visited for the first time in February of 2023 and loved it. We didn't have an agenda other than to relax. Getting ready to make our second trip next month. Is it fancy? No, but the peace is worth more than gold. If you're looking for a peaceful and relaxing stay....wait, why am I telling you all about this place? I'm sure you can find a better place to suit your needs and desires. This probably isn't what you're looking for. I hear that the military resort in Korea is nice. You should check it out.“

“After spending the morning at Kaiona Beach Park with my cat, Laki, we stopped by Keneke’s for lunch and had such a wonderful experience. The outdoor seating area felt very pet-friendly, and everyone was incredibly warm and welcoming 🐾

I ordered the Coconut Shrimp lunch special, and it was honestly some of the best coconut shrimp I’ve had on Oʻahu. The shrimp were incredibly crispy, packed with real coconut flavor, and clearly made fresh to order. It took a little longer to prepare, but it was absolutely worth the wait.

The lunch special came with rice, macaroni salad, and a drink for only $13.60, which feels almost unbelievable compared to Waikiki prices these days. The portions were huge!! I ended up taking leftovers home and still had food left in my fridge later that day.

The cashier was especially friendly and welcoming. You can tell this is a place loved by locals, but it also feels comfortable and inviting for first-time visitors.

When we arrived, we were lucky and there was no line. By the time we finished ordering, a crowd had formed behind us, which says a lot about how popular this place is. If you’re visiting around lunchtime, be prepared for a wait, but the food is definitely worth it 🥰😸

We’ll absolutely be back. Mahalo! 🌺

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“Delicious malsadas. Very crowded. It was a little slow because they make the malsadas when you order. Definitely try the original!“

“Very good food.“

“I am a Miami to Alaska transplant and seek out great Cuban food and cafe’ whenever I travel. Castro’s is the real deal!! The Cuban Cafe’ is spot on and the French Toast with the Rum Sauce is off the charts!! Enough food to feed two! The owner is friendly & engaging as is the staff. Stop in, grab a Cafe’ and chill on the sidewalk seating while your breakfast is created..I say created because it is a true work of art…at least in my professional opinion.“

“Would have came here for the third time within 5 days if I could! I tried the basil pesto, arugula and shrimp burger. I'd rate them as follows: 9/10, 8.5/10 and 11/10. The basil pesto burger can get soggy if not eaten right away and the arugula burger could have used more balsamic and arugula flavor profile. However, the shrimp burger with wasabi aioli was perfect. It's genuinely the best seafood burger I have ever tried.

Disclaimer: the patties are thick and they are more of an gourmet burger spot, so you will have to wait some time for them to prepare you food. Otherwise, I wish they open a spot in LA at some point!“

“Our son took us there when we were visiting. Best coffee I have ever had. Never bitter“

“I was visiting Honolulu from Wisconsin, and this food truck ended up being one of the best surprises of the whole trip. I’ll be honest the walk to it looks a little sketchy at first since you head down this small alley, but don’t let that fool you. Once you get back there, it’s a whole different story. The customer service was awesome super friendly, super welcoming. And the food? Straight-up 10/10. The loaded barbecue fries were insane, packed with flavor and totally worth every bite. The burgers were just as amazing, juicy and cooked perfectly. Everything we tried was out of this world. If you’re in Honolulu, don’t sleep on this place. I’d come back in a heartbeat.“

“Don’t let the exterior fool you, this is no greasy spoon. We had a MARVELOUS breakfast here. All of the food was beyond compare, budget-friendly priced, and the staff is exceptional. Highly recommended. We will be back whenever we are in Honolulu.“

“The Best Rockstar place on Oahu!“

“We were in Hawaii for 8 days and ate at Poke Fix three times. The food is great, the people are friendly and they get you in and out quickly. I would recommend them to anyone.“

“If you are looking for the best poke on Oahu, K.Bay Bros Fish and Ice is the spot. The quality is unmatched—the fish is incredibly fresh, the cuts are perfect (great texture, no stringy pieces), and the flavors are perfectly balanced. Everything we tried was just ridiculously good. Highly recommend stopping by!“

“Great distillery tour at a cool & unique place! Top notch booze 🥃 Highly recommend the old fashions!“

“The most delicious place to grab a smoothie in Waikiki. Always friendly staff working there and really great service! Especially Yu! I tell all my friends:))“

“these are the best gluten free waffles we've had! My husband is GF, I am not and both of us LOVED this food! He got their dogs and I got their special for the day. I only wish I had room to get 10 more! Really appreciate a dedicated space so he can feel safe to eat!“

“We celebrated a big anniversary at Pai and WOW - they made it extra special. We did the four course menu with wine pairings. The service was top notch. The food was inspired, creative, delicious, and locally sourced. Though the portions of each dish looked small, it was more than enough food and so delicious you wanted to eat every bite! The wine pairings were spot on, absolutely perfect with our chosen courses. The space has such a lovely vibe - clean and modern, but comfortable and well appointed. There really isn't another dining experience quite like this on the island. Justine and Kevin have created such a beautiful place with incredible food and service. Pai is definitely a must-try restaurant. We will definitely be back.“

“The fish was incredible, the hostess was awesome, and it was one of the best meal experiences of my life! Reserve a spot at their omakase and you will have the meal of your life!“

“Going to Jane's Fountain felt like I traveled back in time to one of those old school diner places. On that day, I had the Hamburger Steak. It is one of the best on the island. My only complaint was that there was only one hamburger patty. I would definitely pay extra for the 2nd patty.“

“My wife and I went here both days we were in Oahu. The service was rather quick, and pleasant. Both days, I got a cappuccino with macadamia nut syrup or foam or something. It was extremely delicious. I forgot what my wife got, but she liked them both.“

“This place was recommended by a foodie friend of mine so I expected it to be good, but no, good doesn’t do it justice. The oat milk latte was glorious and the mango scone delicate, very lightly sweet and the perfect accompaniment to the latte. Service was friendly and helpful.“

“I got a delicious breakfast from Sunshine & Pineapple. This is my new favorite breakfast and brunch spot on Oahu, just a short stroll from Waikiki or Kaimuki area. The cafe has a cute atmosphere. The menu features a variety of delicious options, from crispy croffle and acai bowls and Avocado Toast.
Many dishes are made with fresh local ingredients. The friendly staff and quick service add to the overall charm. This is a must-visit for a breakfast or bruch time in waikiki. Their Matcha and coffee are amazing. My kids like the smoothie too.
Highly recommend!“

“So delicious“

“Absolutely amazing. Best brecky in Waikiki!“

“Everything was so beautiful and intimate!“

“Great taste using Natural non dairy ingredients! Very great customer service and good price.“

“Very high quality udon with great selection. Only drawback was parking, but the new manager is on it — he went out of his way to figure out validation for customers in the closest lot. Otherwise street parking it is. 10/10 would recommend — will be back!“

“I’m not usually the one to review, but this shop left a great impression on me during my visit—in many aspects.

The customer service is amazing, kind and attentive. We went here two times during our stay, the man and girl were both very friendly 🙏

The boba (we got jasmine milk tea and matcha milk tea) was fresh and the boba was soft and chewy- you can taste the tea. I recommend getting 25% sweetness if you like it not too sweet though.

The shop was small but colorful and comfy, the napkin dispensers were very cute. It was quiet and ambient. Thanks so much for the service, Littlw Sweet.“

“First visit to Drip Studio. Everything is awesome but the standout is the mochi waffle with berry compote. Wow! Best waffle I’ve had in a while. Coffee was decent. Not my most favorite coffee in HNL but above average. The vibe here is Chinatown, downtown, bar meets cafe meets modern cool.“

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

“awesome food, quick courteous service, friendly, good prices, busy but organized, could see the teamwork and they all danced in unison 5.0 stars“

“Best burritos on the planet!“

“The food was very good, wife love the ice cream on her French toast.“

“The Tropical tribe açaí bowl with power toppings keeps me coming back!“

“Probably the best fried chicken that I have EVER had. If they were to offer a fried chicken plate, chicken sandwich, or just a bucket of chicken I think that I would eat here every day of the week. The fried chicken biscuit and gravy was delicious, but give me just the chicken. I can't rave enough about it. The service here was excellent, very friendly and thoughtful of the entire party. However, it was a bit slow. And don't expect your food to come out quickly. This is a small operation so expect freshly cooked for the table. Parking is the biggest complaint. That said, the headache of finding parking and the longer wait time is worth it for that chicken. An absolute must go for anyone.“

“After trying to eat here for three days, I finally made it to Aloha Melt—and it was absolutely worth the wait! The food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Every bite lived up to the hype, and you can tell they put care into what they serve. If you’ve been thinking about trying Aloha Melt, don’t give up if there’s a wait—it definitely delivers. I’ll be back!“

“It was delicious. Go here. you won't regret it.“

“Franceska is wonderful and did such an amazing job on decorating a cake for my wife and sister-in-law. Cannot recommend her cakes enough for those who have gluten, dairy, and other dietary needs/ preferences. We had the double layered strawberry guava cake with coconut icing. Also added fruit and flours to the top. Such a treat :)“

“A wonderful dinner enjoyed by my family of 4 ( youngest 11). Wonderful wine and sake selection. Each course we had was enjoyable miso soup, edamame, tempura, sashimi, rolls, and the black sesame ice cream well very much enjoyed. Would absolutely come back and recommend to others. Omakase experience is something we would absolutely do on our next visit!“

“Food is ALWAYS delicious and the staff is so kind and attentive! Katsu-san creates the most beautiful sashimi platters and omakase sushi!“

“Ummm best pancakes ever! Great service also. Thanks 😊“

“I highly recommend coming here - especially when Laura is working!! She is such a baddie💪 Highly attentive, VERY knowledgeable about their craft beer, and was super helpful/accommodating with food! We were there to watch a football game, and even though my team played horribly, I still had an amazing time, because of Laura’s hospitality and service❤️“

“Quick service! The food was AMAZING! I did not get to try to bakery while on the island but the food truck was worth it! This was in the parking lot of the mall. Easy to park! The malasadas were delicious! I loved the cream filled one the best!“

“Only go here if you’re interested in kind of a fancy experience. The lunch experience is about $100 per person. Expect an automatic 20% tip to be added in your bill before you receive it.
Consider this place as your appetizer, but not your full course meal. If you’re really hungry, this restaurant is not for you. It’ll burn a hole in your wallet.
All that being said, they serve fish that I’ve never found in a traditional sushi bar. I was pleasantly surprised by some of the unique flavors that I don’t usually get when I visit Tokyo. The waitress actually explains everything you’re eating. Definitely make reservations, as this is a very small boutique sushi bar with one large table and about half a dozen counter spaces.“

“I bought donuts that are really great! The best I’ve had ! All so fresh and delicious- You get to watch your donut being made- I would go back every day- My boyfriend said this- put the donut in your mouth, sip Kai coffee- then swish it around and swallow— enjoy for 15 seconds- then enjoy all the sugar and flavors around your teeth-then enjoy the flavors between your teeth-enjoy for 45 seconds- then think about going back for another!!! The service is impeccable! I’ll be back!“

“Best veggie dog I’ve had hands down. It’s also inexpensive for those who are wondering.“

“so good!!!!! best lobster roll strongly recommended first time trying and i really like it“

“the cookie corner in Mililani. is the best.“