Top pick1$$Big Kahuna's Pizza
Casual spot with island flair offering creative pizzas, hearty sandwiches & desserts.
Aiea might be better known for pizza and plate lunches, but there are solid sandwiches hiding around this side of Pearl Harbor if you know where to look. I pulled together the 5 spots worth knowing for a sandwich fix in and around Aiea, combining any of my verified picks with the area's best-rated options.

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Big Kahuna's Pizza leads the list — a casual spot with island flair that's popular for its creative pizzas but also puts out hearty sandwiches. Ohana Sub Aiea is a dedicated sandwich shop for when you want a classic sub, and Kabuki Restaurant and Delicatessen over in Pearl City covers the deli side of things.
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Big Kahuna's Pizza tops this guide — while it's best known for creative island-style pizzas, it's also popular for its hearty sandwiches. For a dedicated sub shop, Ohana Sub Aiea is the go-to option in the neighborhood.
Ohana Sub Aiea is a straightforward sandwich shop good for a quick sub, and the Safeway deli in nearby Pearl City is a reliable budget option for grab-and-go sandwiches.
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