4 Best Restaurants in Lanai, Hawaii

This cheery Lanai City institution offers simply prepared, consistent, tasty food. Local paintings and photos line the walls inside, while townspeople parade by the outdoor tables. For breakfast, try the Lanai omelet with Portuguese sausage. Lunch selections range from burgers -- with house-made patties and buns—to local favorites, such as saimin noodles. For dinner, you can sample generous portions of shrimp tempura or roasted pork. Phone ahead for takeout.

A block from Dole Park, this Northern California–style café offers an umbrella-covered deck where you can sip cappuccinos and get in tune with the slow pace of life. Bagels with lox, deli sandwiches, and pastries are served, while blended espresso shakes and gourmet ice cream complete the coffeehouse vibe.

A local favorite, this lunchroom-style café has picnic tables in the landscaped front yard where diners can watch the town drive by, plus a few more tables in the no-frills interior. The menu includes local favorites like kimchi fried rice and massive plate lunches, plus daily specials.

Named after the island's 140 square miles, this ocean-view restaurant serves prime cuts of beef and the freshest local fish in airy comfort on a terrace that overlooks the wide sweep of Hulopoe Bay. Retractable awnings provide shade on sunny days, and comfy rattan chairs, potted palms, and tropical decor create an inviting setting.