KAWAIHAE DINNER MENU

We are a smoke-free restaurant.
World famous MaiTai's & Liliko`i Margaritas 

We accept all major credit cards.
Open 7 days a week  11 am until 9 pm


All menu items are available for take out


appetizers
~ soups/salads ~ creative island cuisine ~ pizzas/calzones ~ desserts/beverages ~ libations
Sample Menu Only: Items and Prices Subject to Change Without Notice


APPETIZERS


Focaccia
Freshly baked pizza bread with your choice of:
Herbed Big Island goat cheese, fresh rosemary gorgonzola, or Greek olive pesto
4.95

Shrimp "Half Moon" Nachos
Crispy Asian style chips topped with smoked mozzarella, split jumbo shrimp,
cilantro sour cream, a mild chili dressing, and Big Island corn relish
12.95

Asian Pacific Crab Cakes
Light & crispy served with baby wild greens, pickled cucumber "namasu"
and a honey-miso vinaigrette  
14.95

Coconut Crusted Calamari
Set on a slaw of arugula, won bok and pickled ginger, accented with
a honey mustard-mango dipping sauce
13.95

Sesame-Crusted Big Island Goat Cheese
Broiled eggplant, vine-ripened organic tomatoes, 
spinach and a balsamic-citrus vinaigrette
12.95

Smoked Salmon Pizzette
A petite pizza with rosemary gorgonzola, fresh spinach and sweet local onions
10.95

Crab Quesadilla
An open face petite pizza with cilantro pesto, blended cheeses,
chipotle salsa and sweet blue crab meat
10.95

Fresh Basil Crostini
Classic French baguette toasted with a creamy, basil infused garlic butter
3.95


SOUPS & ORGANIC SALADS

Soup Special of the Day
4.95

Wild Greens Salad
An eclectic blend of locally grown organic baby lettuces, cucumbers, julienne carrots,
sweet local onions, kalamata olives, and vine-ripened organic tomatoes
5.95

Volcano Mist
Delicate organic greens, sweet organic Waimea tomatoes, smoky mozzarella,
drizzled with a citrus balsamic vinaigrette,
garnished with Madam Pele crisped local onion rings 
10.95

Chicken Lallo Rosa
Grilled "free range" chicken breast tossed organic baby greens, sweet local onions, 
vine-ripened organic tomatoes, dressed with a fresh cilantro dressing
14.95

Grilled Fresh Catch Salad
A refreshing combination of Island fish over organic baby lettuces
mandolin vegetable and fruit salsa with a light sesame citrus vinaigrette
*market price
*

Seared Poke with Spinach
Sesame-soy marinated fresh Ahi served with green onions, 
pickled ginger, and a tamarind honey vinaigrette
*market price*

Blue Caesar Salad
Crisp hearts of Big Island baby romaine, anchovy buttered croutons and,
if you dare, gorgonzola  
7.50 / 10.95

House Dressings: Creamy pesto, rosemary gorgonzola,
herbed garlic vinaigrette, olive oil & balsamic vinegar



CREATIVE ISLAND CUISINE
A selection of Island food inspired by Hawaii's diverse ethnic bounties.
Ask your server for details about today's fresh fish


Today's Fresh Catch ~ Grilled or Sauteéd
Nestled on a bed of Japanese soba noodles, hon shimeji mushrooms,
 sugar snap peas, accented with a fresh Vietnamese coriander pesto
*market price*

Tenderloin of Beef and Asian Tiger Shrimp
A petite grilled medallion of Black Angus Beef, offered with an herb wild mushroom ragout, nestled on a bed of roasted garlic mashed potatoes,
crowned with succulent shrimp in a tomato beurre blanc
(All beef option available ~ same price)
$34.95

Wok Fired Shrimp & Scallops
Seared Island spinach, sugar snap peas and baby bok choy
 served over pad Thai noodles, tossed in a coconut red curry blend
and garnished with roasted macadamia nuts
$26.95

Free Range Chicken & Forest Mushroom Risotto
Rosemary grilled organic chicken breast,
caramelized bell peppers, sweet Maui onions,
shiitake and oyster mushrooms, served over classic Italian Arborio rice
$22.95

Pacific Island Seafood Risotto
A sampling of the Big Island’s finest fresh local fish,
black tiger shrimp, tender scallops, petite split Hawaiian lobster tail,
melded with saffron Arborio rice and savory sweet chili cream
$36.95

Smoked Salmon Alfredo
Smoked salmon, fettuccine, sun-dried tomatoes, shiitake mushrooms,
fresh grated parmesan cheeses, and a light classically inspired cream sauce
Smaller portion $17.95 / Full portion $22.95

Mango Glazed Chicken
Char broiled "free range" chicken breast, mango chutney,
garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed local veggies and Pahoa corn relish
$22.95

Linguine al Pesto
Tossed in basil pesto, highlighted with a roasted tomato-garlic marinara
topped with grilled smoked chicken-apple sausage
$17.95


HAND TOSSED PIZZAS

9" and 12" Classically Prepared - Creatively Presented

Pizza Margherite
Simple and rustic, with fresh herbs, tomato sauce, and blended cheeses
8.95 / 10.95

Pepperoni Classico
Italian sausage, dry salami, pepperoni and red onion
12.95 / 19.95

Pizza Luau
Kalua pork, local sweet onions and fresh Hawaiian pineapple
11.95 / 18.95

Oriental al Pesto
Fresh basil pesto, roasted garlic, sun-dried tomatoes and Japanese eggplant
11.95 / 18.95

Wild Mushrooms & Artichokes
Fresh shiitake and oyster mushrooms, artichokes
and rosemary gorgonzola sauce
13.95 / 20.95

Southwestern
Fresh cilantro pesto, chipotle barbeque chicken,
red onions, Big Island goat cheese
13.95 / 20.95

Chili Grilled Shrimp
Chili seasoned large shrimp over cilantro crème fraîche,
shiitake mushrooms and green onions
12.95 / 19.95

Greek Pizza
Calamata olive pesto, sweet peppers, rich Bulgarian feta,
finished with fresh spinach
12.95 / 19.95

Big Island B.L.T.
Sliced vine ripe tomatoes on creamy pesto, crispy prosciutto ham,
baby romaine and parmesan garnish
11.95 / 18.95

Lokelani
A light cheese pizza with basil pesto, vine-ripened tomatoes,
spinach, and gorgonzola crumbles
11.95 /18.95

Please ask your server for details on cheese-less options or creating your own special pizza.
Substitutions considered an additional topping. Half orders remain full price.



CREATE YOUR OWN SPECIAL PIZZA

Start with our Pizza Margherite 8.95 / 10.95

Anchovy 1.50 / 2.50
Artichoke Hearts 2.95 / 3.95
Chipotle Barbecue Chicken 3.50 / 5.50
Bay Shrimp
2.50 / 3.50
Black Olive 1.50 / 2.50
Chicken-Apple Sausage
2.50 / 3.50
Crab
4.95 / 6.95
Dry Salami 2.50 / 3.50
Extra Cheese 2.00 / 3.00
Feta Cheese 2.95 / 3.95
Fresh Mushrooms
2.50 / 3.50
Fresh Pineapple 1.95 / 2.95
Goat Cheese (Big Island)
4.95 / 6.95
Gorgonzola Cheese
2.95 / 3.95
Italian Sausage 2.50 / 3.50
Jalapenos
1.50 / 2.50
Japanese Eggplant
1.95 / 2.95
Kalua-style Pork or Turkey 2.95 / 3.95

Marinated Chicken Breast
3.50 / 5.50
Oriental Mushrooms 2.95 / 3.95
Pepperoni 2.50 / 3.50
Pesto (Basil, Cilantro, Olive) 2.50 / 3.50
Prosciutto Ham 3.50 / 5.50
Red Onion 1.50 / 2.50
Roasted Garlic 1.95 / 2.95
Smoked Ham 2.50 / 3.50
Smoked Salmon
4.95 / 6.95
Spinach (fresh) 1.95 / 2.95
Sun-dried Tomatoes 2.25 / 3.25
Sweet Chili Marinated Shrimp 5.95
/ 7.95
Sweet Local Onions 1.95 / 2.95
Sweet Peppers 2.50 / 3.50
Thick Crust 1.00 / 2.00
Vine-ripened Tomatoes 2.95 / 3.95

All pizzas are available without cheese. Half-orders remain full price
Substitutions considered an additional topping
10% Service Gratuity is Added on Take-Out Orders Over $25.00



CHEESE CALZONES
Served with soup or salad 17.95

Hamakua
Chipotle barbeque chicken breast, cilantro pesto, red onions,
Big Island goat cheese, and a Tahitian lime coulis

Toscana

Prosciutto ham, fresh mushrooms, and grainy Dijon mustard

Greek

Fresh spinach, black olives, feta cheese, tri-colored bell peppers

East West

Sweet Japanese eggplant, artichokes, sun-dried tomatoes,
and rosemary gorgonzola sauce



DESSERTS

Cookies & Cream Cheesecake
with macadamia nut cookie crust
4.95

Hot Keanakolu Apple Crisp
Freshly sliced apples and a macadamia nut crumb topping 
5.95 

Ganâche
Chocolate torte with raspberry purée
4.95

Crème Brulée
with fresh seasonal fruit preserves
5.95

Warm Coconut Tart
Sweet cream anglaise
4.95

Macadamia Nut Cookie
with Dark chocolate chunks
2.95

Big Island Tropical
Island made ice cream & sorbet
5.95
(Ala mode on any dessert 3.95)

Baked fresh daily by our pastry chefs


BEVERAGES
Sodas, Liliko`i Iced Tea, Lemonade or "Hilo Sunrise"
(Includes complimentary refills)
2.95

Hanaoka Farms Fruit Juices
Liliko'i or Tahitian Limeade
San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
3.95

Tropical Fruit Smoothies
(With ice cream or non-fat yogurt)
5.95

Ice Cream Floats
5.95


FINISHING TOUCHES
Our espresso bar uses only the finest quality 100% Kona Peaberry
coffee
Freshly ground to order


Kona Espresso
Rich, full bodied dark roasted
3.50

Café Latté
Espresso with steamed milk
4.50

Cappuccino
Double espresso with steamed milk
4.25

Kona Frappuccino Smoothie
Cool and refreshing blended cappuccino with yogurt or ice cream
5.95


Iced Cappuccino
Double espresso on ice with whipped cream
4.25

Café Mocha
Espresso with chocolate and fresh steamed milk
4.95

Mocha Smoothie
Chocolate espresso with yogurt or ice cream
5.95

Iced Mocha
Espresso on ice with chocolate and fresh whipped cream
4.95

Hawai`i Blended Coffee
Dark Roast or Gold Decaf
3.50

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LIBATIONS
Besides our World Famous Margaritas, Mai Tai's and Coladas,
Wines
by the glass, local micro-brewed Beer,
we boast about our Martinis!

Martinis

Italian Ice
The citrus flavor of Ketel One Citroen Vodka with a splash of sweet & sour
served with a twist

Maui
Bombay Sapphire with a splash of Blue Curacao, Grand Marnier and grapefruit juice

Makai
The botanical blend of Citadelle Gin with a hint of Blue Curacao and a dash of lime juice

Passion Berry
Ketel One Vodka with flavors of Alizé Cognac and Chambord Liqueurs

Or try a Traditional Martini Using….
Gin: Tanqueray, Tanqueray No. Ten, Bombay, Bombay Sapphire, Citadelle
Vodka: Smirnoff, Stolichnaya, Grey Goose, Ketel One, Ketel One Citroen,
Belvedere, Absolut, Precis


P.O. Box 44392 • Kawaihae, Hawaii 96743
South Kohala Coast • Kawaihae Shopping Center (808) 882-1071 • Fax (808) 882-1459
Historic S. Hata Building • On the Bay, Downtown Hilo (808) 969-6640 • Fax (808) 969-4858

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