Pa’ina Café: One of my top three places to buy a Poke (pronounced po-keh) bowl (other two – Tamura’s Market and Foodland). Chopsticks a must! My favorite times to eat a fresh Poke bowl is right after a long beach day, strenuous hike, or a laid back cruise session with friends while sipping down a cold one.
Pa’ina Café is a modern, hip, sophisticated shop; almost like Starbucks but instead of coffee, they have fresh cut fish. Workers are friendly and prepare your meal right in front of you in a very timely manner, no matter how long the line. The shop was full during this visit but I received my bowl in 5 minutes.
If you’re looking for FRESH fish, add Pa’ina Café to your “must eat” list.
This is a good moment to compare Oʻahu tours and book ahead; the popular ones fill first.
2026 Update: Pa’ina Cafe’s original Ala Moana location has permanently closed. Check painacafe.com for their current locations and hours before visiting.
For more information on Pa’ina Café, visit here.
Pa’ina Café in Hawaii Kai
7192 Kalanianaole Hwy.
Honolulu, Hawaii 96825
(808) 356-2829
More Oahu Food & Adventures:
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“You don’t need a silver fork to eat good food.”
– Paul Prudhomme
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