Kalapawai Cafe Deli - Kailua

As for the food, it was overpriced and disappointing. I ordered the French dip, which came with au jus that tasted like nothing more than brown water—completely lacking in flavor. The bread was dry, and the horseradish provided was just a paste in a small foil packet, far from worth the $17.50 price tag. We also tried their mac and cheese, but I wouldn’t recommend that either. Overall, save your money and look for better dining options elsewhere!

We were recommended this restaurant by locals, and while the atmosphere was fantastic, we were left disappointed by the food. It was decent, but nothing special. My wife ordered a sandwich, and I opted for a burger and dessert. The portions were quite small considering the price, and the taste didn't impress me enough to want to return.

The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and the restaurant itself is very charming.

Great food and service! We always visit this place whenever we're in Kailua. The parking lot is somewhat small, but there are plenty of street parking options available, and I think the meters aren't in effect in the evenings. The restaurant is situated on a corner, so you might hear some traffic if you choose to sit outside, but since it's Hawaii, we always opt for outdoor seating! Mahalo and Aloha!

This place is amazing for lunch! I thoroughly enjoyed the turkey and cranberry sandwich—it was delicious. The addition of basil on the pepperoni pizza really takes it to the next level! The service was excellent as well. Meal type: Lunch. Price per person: $10–20.