Top pick1$$IL Gelato Cafe Kahala
KaimukiΒ·Dessert Restaurant
Dessert hub crafting gelato in traditional Italian & Hawaiian flavors, plus paninis & waffles.
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Kaimuki is one of Oahu's most beloved dining neighborhoods, and its brunch scene punches well above its weight. This list ranks the top 5 brunch spots in Kaimuki based on real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii β no editorial guesswork, just what local diners and visitors are actually saying.
Highlights include Koko Head Cafe, where celeb chef Lee Anne Wong turns breakfast into a Pan-Asian adventure with dishes like breakfast udon and congee, and The Surfing Pig Hawaii, a surf-themed favorite known for contemporary Hawaiian and global fare in a vibrant atmosphere. IL Gelato Cafe Kahala rounds things out with its Italian- and Hawaiian-inspired gelato, paninis, and waffles β a sweet way to start (or end) a brunch outing.
Spots that Nate has personally visited are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page, so you can see at a glance which places have earned his firsthand stamp of approval. Whether you're a local or visiting Oahu, this Kaimuki brunch guide is your go-to starting point.
The ranking
Top pick1$$Dessert hub crafting gelato in traditional Italian & Hawaiian flavors, plus paninis & waffles.
2$Casual chain serving classic omelets, waffles, pancakes, crΓͺpes & sandwiches with a Hawaiian spin.
3$$Celeb chef Lee Anne Wong runs this brunch stop for breakfast udon, congee & other Pan-Asian eats.
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5$$Vibrant, surf-themed restaurant serving contemporary Hawaiian & global fare, cocktails & wine.
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FAQ
Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, IL Gelato Cafe Kahala currently tops the list, followed closely by Koa Pancake House and the widely praised Koko Head Cafe. Each spot has its own personality, so the best pick really depends on what you're craving.
Koa Pancake House is a casual, wallet-friendly option well known for classic pancakes, waffles, and omelets with a Hawaiian spin. Moke's Bread & Breakfast Kaimuki is another neighborhood staple that brunch-goers frequently mention as a solid, approachable choice.
The rankings are driven by ongoing visitor ratings submitted to NateEatsHawaii, so the list refreshes as new reviews come in. We recommend checking back regularly to see if any spots have climbed β or dropped β in the rankings.