r/WaianaeOahu • u/fabulously_awful • Sep 30 '24
Staying in Waianae
Hello everyone! I have never visited Hawaii before. I will be staying in Waianae in November. I want to make sure that I'm a conscientious visitor by supporting local Waianae restaurants and shops. I'm also interested in volunteering and giving back while I'm there. Thanks in advance for your recommendations.
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u/Icy-Commission-8068 Sep 30 '24
Mauna LahiLahi has twice a month clean ups. Good people cleaning trash, removing invasive plants and bring a dish as they have a potluck each time. Google for details as I can’t remember
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u/Kookaracha13 Sep 30 '24
I love Waianae but it's definitely not a tourist location. It's a working class neighborhood with not a lot to see, and about an hour away from anything. Incredible sunsets.
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u/fabulously_awful Sep 30 '24
My kiddo just relocated there. I'm not super interested in "touristy" places. My main focus is spending time with family, but he will still have to work, and I'll have the daytime to fill. I plan to hike and paddleboard as much as possible. I totally agree - the sunsets look stunning!
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u/Kookaracha13 Sep 30 '24
Sounds like a good plan. If you like latin food (not mexican) I highly recommend Coquito's.
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u/CruelJustice66 Oct 01 '24
Out in Maile is the pillbox hikes.
Take water and try not to go when the sun is high.
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u/E-ningikamigishkang Sep 30 '24
Aloha Poke is my favorite spot to eat in Waianae. Pokai Bay Restaurant is good too - try the hurricane chicken! Waianae is super local so be respectful, not that you wouldn't be but I think it's prudent to be mindful whose homelands you're on especially there! The west side is truly the best side!