Kalapawai Cafe

Name: Kalapawai Cafe
Address: 750 Kailua Rd, Kailua, HI, United States, 96734
Telephone: (808) 262-3354
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

237 Reviews

$30 and under

Comfort Food

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Kalapawai Cafe & Deli offers residents and visitors to Kailua a friendly place grab anything from a morning cup of coffee, a delicious deli sandwich or pizza to an award winning full service dinner that includes burgers, locally caught seafood and the freshest salads. We are proud to feature locally sourced ingredients whenever possible on our menu and we focus our wine and beverage program around small, family owned wineries and breweries.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 8, 2023

8:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(808) 262-3354

Other options

Order online

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Pacific Rim
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 6:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 262-3354
Website
http://kalapawaimarket.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Adam Kamahele

Location
750 Kailua Rd, Kailua, HI 96734
Neighborhood
Kailua
Cross street
Kainehe St.
Parking details
Street Parking also available
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Avocado Toast*$9.50
Poached egg, arugula, cotija, corn & grape tomato salad, garlic loaf
Breakfast Bagel*$5.50
Egg, American cheese
English Muffin*$5.50
Egg, American cheese
Breakfast Slider*$5.00
Kalua pork, bacon OR sausage patty, tomato, pepper jack, buttermilk biscuit
Breakfast Croissant*$7.50
Egg, American cheese, bacon
B.T.A. Bagel*$8.00
Bacon, tomato, avocado
Hummus Bagel$7.00
Hummus, cucumber, tomato, clover sprouts
Lox & Bagel*$12.00
Lox, cream cheese, capers, tomato, red onion
Breakfast Wrap*$8.00
Bacon, egg, pepper jack, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Andy's Bueno salsa
Breakfast Burrito*$9.00
Kalua pork, egg, pepperjack, breakfast potatoes, black bean confetti, Andy's Bueno salsa

Soup & Salads

Soup of the Day$8.00
Beet & Chevre Salad$16.00
Marinated beets, goat cheese, mixed greens, walnuts, raisins, red onion, balsamic vinaigrette
Cobb Salad$16.00
Chopped romaine, diced chicken, bacon, gorgonzola, egg, cucumber, grape tomato, red onion, herb buttermilk dressing
Pita & Hummus$14.00
Moroccan beets & carrots, marinated tomatoes, feta, cucumbers, mixed olives

Pizza & Bruschetta

Cauliflower pizza crust +$4

Classic Extra Pepperoni Pizza or Three Cheese Pizza$13.00
Margherita Pizza$14.00
San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, mixed green salad
Tomato Bruschetta$14.00
Marinated tomatoes, herb chèvre, basil, balsamic reduction

Side of Mac & Cheese

Side of Mac & Cheese$8.00

Our Favorite Deli Sandwiches*

Served with chips OR tossed greens Gluten free burger bun +$2

French Dip*$16.50
Roast beef, provolone, au jus, horseradish, toasted garlic baguette
Hot Pastrami*$16.50
Pastrami, Swiss cheese, spicy mustard, pickles, toasted rye. Make it a REUBEN
Kalapawai Beach Burger*$18.00
1/3 lb grilled Wagyu beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, basil aïoli, toasted brioche
Da 'Aina$18.00
Beyond Burger (meatless patty), arugula, avocado, house made spiced tomato jam, toasted brioche
Pesto Chicken Sandwich*$16.50
Grilled chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, marinated tomatoes, arugula, toasted ciabatta
Furikake Fish Sandwich*$19.00
Furikake crusted fresh catch, ginger wasabi aïoli, kimchi, cabbage, toasted brioche
Kailua Club*$16.00
Roasted turkey breast, Monterey Jack, avocado, lettuce, tomato, clover sprouts, mustard, mayo, multi-grain
Turkey Cranberry*$14.00
Roasted turkey breast, cranberry, cream cheese, arugula, tomato, sourdough
Italian Sub*$14.50
Genoa salami, spicy capocollo, pepperoni, provolone, pepperoncini, arugula, red wine vinaigrette, toasted ciabatta
Hummus Veggie Wrap$12.50
Hummus, cucumbers, carrots, clover sprouts, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, mixed greens, flour tortilla
Caprese Sandwich$12.50
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, mixed greens, balsamic reduction, basil, pesto, toasted ciabatta

Lunch Bowls, Bentos & Fresh Fish

Mana Bowl$16.00
Tofu OR grilled chicken breast, quinoa, Okinawan sweet potato, cucumber namasu, edamame, carrot, grape tomatoes, pickled red ginger, soy wasabi dressing
Poke Bowl*$16.00
Shoyu OR Spicy ahi poke, Jasmine rice, furikake, kimchi
Steak Bento*$18.00
Grilled 8 oz. NY Steak, Kalapawai steak sauce, sautéed mushrooms & onions, Jasmine rice, furikake, kimchi
Furikake Crusted Fresh Catch Bento*$19.00
Furikake crusted fresh catch, ginger wasabi aïoli, Jasmine rice, furikake, kimchi
Baja Style Fish Tacos*$18.00
Blackened fresh catch, shredded cabbage, cotija, mozzarella, pickled red onion, cilantro chipotle crema, flour tortilla

What 237 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hawaii
Neighborhood gem
Oahu
Neighborhood gem

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JamesE
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellant, service and food was great all five of us were happy with our dinners
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roxanne
Hawaii
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We loved the service and the food; so great to have this terrific place in Kailua.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great choice for dinner! Definitely our go to restaurant for an awesome meal.
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gabriellet
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
We sat outside in the back which was too noisy, wish we would've sat in the front. The cost for salads (not much lettuce) and fish was a sticker shock.
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DriftInn
Hawaii
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food as always and most excellent service.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on May 26, 2023Aloha for the kind words and continued patronage. We hope to have you back for many meals to come!
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PamaiA
Hawaii
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was great. Our server was awesome. Environment was great. Love eating there.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Staying in Waikiki we were getting tired of walking and were driving back from the North Shore. Randomly selected this restaurant as Open Table said it was only 7miles away. It ended up being kind of out of the way of getting back to our lodging but we were very impressed by this restaurant. Previously on our vacation we went to a 5Diamond restaurant and we were disappointed in the food. This place far exceeded that. Wonderful food and service.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Great quality of food, especially the Mac and Cheese.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always our go to dinner restaurant when dining out for the evening.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 23, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Great food. Friendly knowledgeable server. Back patio a little noisy.
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Trish
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was very good. Some road noise doe to location but not bad. Will be go back when in Kailua. Hope they expand to North shore.
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aPinchOfPoi
Hawaii
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently good for us. We don’t usually stray from the Steak Special, Fish Special, Pork Chop, Maui Onion Soup, & Cheese Board. Always realible. A gem really for Kailua.
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nancyk
Hawaii
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Delicious fresh food at a reasonable price, and excellent service. It will be one of your regular go to restaurants!
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ShawnH
Hawaii
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 26, 2023
overall3food3service2ambience4
We had a reservation and nice outdoor table. Seemed like that had enough staff but service was not good. Basic beers took a very long time to arrive. One beer was not what was ordered. We had to flag down waiter. He said , oh yes, sorry. Took the wrong order beer and returned about 5 minutes later. Food order was not correct on one of the dishes but given the poor service we did not want to risk having someone wait for their food. Waiter did not return to check on us and we needed to flag him down for our check. Food was ok/good but nothing stood out as really good.
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DebraWeinberg
Hawaii
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Our fish and meat were not cooked. We sent them back. We specifically asked for them cooked throughout.
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FrankB
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kalapawai Market Cafe is always great. The food and service is 5 stars. We tried new appetizers and I had the fresh fish & lemon risotto for the first time. Delicious.
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SuzyM
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kalapawai never disappoints. We love the food, we love the people and we appreciate made to feel welcome at every visit!
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated my birthday and service was smooth and flawless, staff very detailed on menu selection and offerings highly recommended.
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ChaR
San Francisco
33 reviews
vip
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Nice meal , outside table on the back had a lot of street noise.
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MerryM
Hawaii
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
always a great experience on the back lanai- Nate took excellent care of us and the food was wonderful
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Maurice
New England
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Disappointing no sparkling water. Do you guys realize you can make money selling that?
Kalapawai CafeResponded on March 5, 2023Aloha Maurice, We do apologize that we did not have any San Pellegrino in stock during your visit. This is something that we do carry for our guests to enjoy. The next time you join us we should have it in stock as we have it delivered on a weekly basis!
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LindaT
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and excellent service. Wewill be going back soon.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on March 5, 2023Aloha Linda, We are so glad you enjoyed your dinner with us! We look forward to seeing you again very soon!
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diablo
Hawaii
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on February 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great local spot run by a team that cares, Nate is the best!
Kalapawai CafeResponded on February 27, 2023Mahalo nui for the 5 star review!
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andy96734
Hawaii
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
I love K Cafe but was disappointed with the Fatoosh salad. Just a couple avocado pieces, few tomatoes, canned garbanzos and overloaded with toasted pita chunks and romaine. Guests had a fish special and gave it 4.5-5 stars. Service was exceptional.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on February 18, 2023Aloha Andy. I'm sorry to hear your salad was sub par. We appreciate the feedback so we can insure this wont be an issue in the future. Very happy to hear despite the critique the service was wonderful!
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CurtB
Phoenix
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was good and service excellent. Nice local restaurant
Kalapawai CafeResponded on February 13, 2023Mahalo for the awesome review Curt! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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MelissaL
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Kai our server is the best!!!! He is so welcoming and friendly and his smile could cure a bad day. We had such a great time and didn’t feel rushed (which most restaurants do now days). The food is consistently amazing.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on February 13, 2023Mahalo for the great review Melissa, we are so happy to know Kai took such great care of you!
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Debs
Baltimore
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We sat outside. The trees block the street view, but not the street noise.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on February 5, 2023Aloha Debs, Mahalo for the great review! We hope you enjoyed your dinner with us, our back patio is always our guests most requested place to sit!
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MercedesF
Orlando
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always, Kalapawai never disappoints! Service was great!
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 29, 2023Were so happy to hear you consistently have a great time! A hui hou!
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BradK
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience3
Food is really good. Based on 2 experiences. Waiters are knowledgeable. But food is kind of thrown haphazardly on table when it arrives.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 29, 2023Thank you for your review! We love to see returning guests! The experience you have addressed here will be brought up with staff. We appreciate your critique and it will be resolved by your next visit! Aloha!
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DaniG
Hawaii
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
We go here for the crab and artichoke dip and the hummus and pita bread! Two of our favorite appetizers!
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 29, 2023Thank you for the wonderful review! Those are definitely two crowd favorites of our appetizers! We are so happy to hear that you have enjoyed them too!
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This us our favorite go-to spot for dinner and good times with friends. The service was awesome and the food was super tasty. Although it was a little late in the evening, the staff accommodated us and did not rush us at all. 5 stars across the board!
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 29, 2023Aloha! Thank you for the great review! We love to hear that your experience was great and you continue to enjoy Kalapawai!
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BradK
Washington DC
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience3
Excellent food. Knowledgeable service. Outdoor tables a good option.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 29, 2023Thank you for the great review Brad! We hope you join us again soon!
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pinehurstnc
Washington DC
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 29, 2023Mahalo nui for the 5 star review!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience4
Several items on the menu were unavailable due to oven issues. Took almost an hour to get our food.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 19, 2023We apologies for any inconveniences and are working to resolve the issue with our oven as fast as possible! We hope you can try us again once our oven is back up and running!
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our go to dinner spot in Kailua! Love the nightly specials and great menu options.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 19, 2023Thank you for the outstanding review!
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TomW
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always superb service and outstanding food. Our go-to restaurant.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 16, 2023Aloha Tom, Mahalo for the great review! We appreciate our repeat patron like yourself!
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Delicious food, great wait staff, a paced dining experience, a bit. Long between courses but an enjoyable dinner. Traffic in Kailua is terrible, noisy to sit outside, but eating in a wonderful town can't be beat.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 16, 2023Aloha, We are so pleased to hear that you had a great experience with us! We look forward to seeing you again soon!
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caroleh
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Would be nice with less tables and white linen tablecloths. All else was awesome so gave it 5 stars. Need more local pupus
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 16, 2023Aloha Carol, We are so glad that you enjoyed your dinner with us! We also appreciate the additional feedback as we always strive to be the best we can.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing New Year’s Eve dinner.
Kalapawai CafeResponded on January 4, 2023Mahalo nui for the 5 star review! We are so happy that you enjoyed! Have a Happy New Year!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We sat on the outside patio at the back of the restaurant which can be noisy at times since it is right next to a Main Street. Food is solid - we come here every time we are in town.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Kalapawai Cafe using the Order Online button. Kalapawai Cafe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 262-3354.

Kalapawai Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 237 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 8, 2023

8:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(808) 262-3354

Other options

Order online

750 Kailua Rd, Kailua, HI 96734

Additional information

Cross street
Kainehe St.
Neighborhood
Kailua
Hours of operation
Mon–Fri 6:00 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Pacific Rim
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking also available
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Adam Kamahele
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://kalapawaimarket.com/
Phone number
(808) 262-3354

Kalapawai Cafe

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

Additional information

Crab & Artichoke Dip

Double-Cut Pork Chop

Steak Bento

Breakfast

Avocado Toast*$9.50

Breakfast Bagel*$5.50

English Muffin*$5.50

Breakfast Slider*$5.00

Breakfast Croissant*$7.50

B.T.A. Bagel*$8.00

Hummus Bagel$7.00

Lox & Bagel*$12.00

Breakfast Wrap*$8.00

Breakfast Burrito*$9.00

Soup & Salads

Soup of the Day$8.00

Beet & Chevre Salad$16.00

Cobb Salad$16.00

Pita & Hummus$14.00

Pizza & Bruschetta

Classic Extra Pepperoni Pizza or Three Cheese Pizza$13.00

Margherita Pizza$14.00

Tomato Bruschetta$14.00

Side of Mac & Cheese

Side of Mac & Cheese$8.00

Our Favorite Deli Sandwiches*

French Dip*$16.50

Hot Pastrami*$16.50

Kalapawai Beach Burger*$18.00

Da 'Aina$18.00

Pesto Chicken Sandwich*$16.50

Furikake Fish Sandwich*$19.00

Kailua Club*$16.00

Turkey Cranberry*$14.00

Italian Sub*$14.50

Hummus Veggie Wrap$12.50

Caprese Sandwich$12.50

Lunch Bowls, Bentos & Fresh Fish

Mana Bowl$16.00

Poke Bowl*$16.00

Steak Bento*$18.00

Furikake Crusted Fresh Catch Bento*$19.00

Baja Style Fish Tacos*$18.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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FAQs

Does Kalapawai Cafe offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Kalapawai Cafe restaurant rated?

Is Kalapawai Cafe currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Other options

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