Hawai‘i
Planted 02024-11-20
Wai means water — a symbol of life. Prosperity or wealth, is waiwai — water-water.
This page is a list of some of the places I visited during my time in Hawai‘i. There are so many more places I didn’t get to visit, or still don’t know about.
See a Google Maps list of these places.
Oahu, Waikiki
Hostels
Honu Waikiki is a hostel operated by ALOH Hospitality. Within Waikiki, Honu is part of three other hostels: Seaside and Beach.
As of writing, Honu is the most newly renovated building — as it was renovated two years ago. ALOH also operates a Aloh Health Bar & Cafe.
Food
7-Eleven
If you’re from the states, recommending a 7-Eleven for food may seem strange. 7-Eleven Hawai‘i is locally operated under the direction of 7-Eleven Japan. Try the food, even the spam musubi. It’s great.
Sunny’s Local Grind
Located right around the corner from Honu, Sunny’s has great food and mid coffee.
Goofy Cafe & Dine
The best breakfast I had during my stay was at Goofy Cafe & Dine. The wait times tended to be thirty minutes to an hour but it was so worth it.
There is also a cute shop below.
Komedokoro M’s
Thankfully, I was recommended Komedokoro M’s place for Poke early on in my trip. It’s tucked away in the white arch of Eaton Square.
Food truck park
There is a food truck park across the street from Waikiki Brewing Co. Munch ‘N Brunch and Earth Aloha Eats were amazing.
https://foodtruckpark.square.site/
TY’s BBQ and Grill
Located right in front of Suzy Wong’s Hideaway, TY’s BBQ and Grill is a great bite.
Waikiki Brewing Co
Located around the corner from Honu, Waikiki Brewing Co has great food and beer.
Cheeseburger in Paradise
Cheeseburger in Paradise is a sister company to Waikiki Brewing Co.
Buho Cocina y Cantina
Established in 2014, Buho Cocina y Cantina is Waikiki’s premier nightlife destination and is set on the vibrant roof top level of Waikiki Shopping Plaza. Buho Cocina y Cantina’s beautiful rooftop ambiance pairs perfectly with an incredible view of Waikiki to create an unforgettable fiesta fueled by tacos and tequila. — Buho
The dance floor goes crazy.
Coffee shops
Bean about town
Bean about town had the best coffee I tried during my visit. Located closer to Seaside.
Ali’i Coffee Co
Located in the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, Ali’i Coffee Co had good food and coffee.
Honolulu Coffee at Sheraton Waikiki
Right off of Waikiki beach, Honolulu Coffee at Sheraton Waikiki has good food and coffee.
Hiking Hawaii Cafe
Located inside the DoubleTree Alana Waikiki by Hilton, Hiking Hawaii Cafe.
Bars
Suzie Wong’s Hideaway
Dive bar located right next to Honu.
https://www.suziewongshideaway.com/
Irish Rose Saloon
Located around the corner from Honu. Live music.
Kelley O’Neil’s
Live music.
Maui Brewing Co
I had the best drafts at Maui Brewing Co.
Waikiki Brewing Co
Wang Chung’s Karaoke Bar
A LGBTQIA+ Karaoke Bar, Wang Chung’s was a blast with a group.
Maui, Wailuku
I originally planned to be in Oahu for a week and Maui for a week. I didn’t want to leave the group of friends I kept making, I only had ~30 hours in Maui. Worth it.
Food
808 Old Town
Coffee
Maui Coffee Attic
A lovely place.
Wailuku Coffee Company
Food and drink is cool and all, but honestly the best part of Hawai‘i was getting to know so many incredible people.