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Waiahole Poi Factory

Hawaiian restaurant · Waikane ·

Waiahole Poi Factory

Hawaiian restaurant · Waikane ·
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The 38 Best Restaurants in Honolulu, Hawai‘i | Eater

"This is one of the few Hawaiian restaurants owned by native Hawaiians (here’s a definition of what Hawaiian food actually is). Charlene and Calvin Hoe bought an actual poi factory in 1971, using it primarily as an art gallery, then began serving food in 2009. Today, it’s also one of the few places that serves fresh pa‘i‘ai, cooked taro pounded with a lava rock pestle on a long wooden board to a mochi-like consistency. You’ll have to call in advance to reserve some, and if you’re lucky, you might catch the Hoes’ son, Liko, pounding it near the outdoor tables. Share the kanaka nui plate, a massive plate of pretty much everything on the menu, add a side of ho‘io (fiddlehead fern) salad, and finish with the Sweet Lady of Waiahole, warm kulolo (a taro and coconut dessert) topped with a scoop of haupia (coconut) ice cream. Best for: Hawaiian food to fuel your drive along the Windward Coast." - Martha Cheng

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Authentic Hawaiian comfort foods, hand-pounded poi, and desserts.

48-140 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Get directions

$10–20

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Authentic Hawaiian comfort foods, hand-pounded poi, and desserts.

48-140 Kamehameha Hwy, Kaneohe, HI 96744 Get directions

$10–20

Order delivery
See Menu
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