Top pick1$$Big City Diner - Kailua, Hawaii
Kailua·Restaurant
Relaxed local diner chain serving breakfast, burgers & Hawaiian takes on classic American dishes.
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Kailua is one of Oahu's most charming towns, and its breakfast scene punches well above its small-town feel. I pulled together the 13 spots worth knowing — a mix of beloved local institutions and under-the-radar gems — so you can spend less time scrolling and more time eating.
At the top of the list you'll find standouts like Cinnamon's Restaurant Kailua, famous for its red velvet pancakes and cinnamon buns, and Moke's Bread & Breakfast, a laid-back joint with a breezy island vibe that locals and visitors alike keep coming back to. Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen on the Windward Side is another well-known name for hearty Hawaiian-American breakfast plates. Spots that Nate has personally visited carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it to see which picks come with his first-hand stamp of approval.
This is a curated BEST guide, meaning Nate's hand-picked recommendations appear first, followed by the area's highest-rated spots based on visitor ratings on the site. Whether you're after fluffy pancakes, fresh bagels at Tali's Bagels and Schmear, or a creative egg dish at Over Easy, Kailua has a breakfast table waiting for you.
The ranking
Top pick1$$Relaxed local diner chain serving breakfast, burgers & Hawaiian takes on classic American dishes.
2$$Casual restaurant serving Hawaiian-American breakfast & lunch dishes, with patio seating available.
3$$Breakfast & lunch menus including red velvet pancakes, cinnamon buns & crab cakes in a casual space.
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5$$Hawaiian kitchen preparing slow-roasted pork sandwiches, platters & more in laid-back surrounds.
6$$Laid-back breakfast & sandwich joint with a beachy vibe, patio seats & menu that evokes the islands.
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8$$Cheery spot for creative breakfast & lunch made using local ingredients, plus cocktails.
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10$$Welcoming coffeehouse with handcrafted coffee, espresso & tea, plus breakfast, lunch & pastries.
11$$Welcoming coffeehouse with handcrafted coffee, espresso & tea, plus breakfast, lunch & pastries.
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13$Low-key coffeehouse turning out a variety of breakfast, lunch & brunch dishes in a simple setting.
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Kailua has several standout options, with Cinnamon's Restaurant Kailua and Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen consistently ranked among the most popular for their hearty, island-inspired breakfast menus. Check the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page to see which spots have Nate's personal seal of approval.
For something quick and casual, Tali's Bagels and Schmear is a great option for grab-and-go bagels, while Rise & Grind Coffee Bar is a handy stop for coffee and a light bite before hitting the beach.
This is a curated BEST guide combining Nate's personally verified picks with the top-rated breakfast spots in Kailua based on real visitor ratings collected on NateEatsHawaii. The list is reviewed regularly to reflect the current dining scene in Kailua.
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