Waiāhole Poi Factory – Hawaiian (Wait, let
Stepping into this historic roadside gem feels like a journey into the heart of old Hawaii, where the rhythmic sound of traditional poi pounding echoes against a backdrop of lush, tropical greenery. Generous plates overflow with the smoky depth of slow-roasted kalua pig and velvety squid luau, while the earthy sweetness of hand-pounded poi and tender, leaf-wrapped laulau offer a soulful connection to the islands' culinary heritage. It is a place where time slows down, inviting guests to savor the rich, comforting flavors of a true Kanaka Nui feast in an atmosphere of authentic aloha.
48-140, Kamehameha Highway, 96744 +18082392222 https://www.waiaholepoifactory.com0Cuisine: Hawaiian (Wait, let
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Menu
Plates
- Kanaka Nui - $28.5: Laulau, Kalua Pig, Chicken Long Rice, choice of Beef Luau or Squid Luau, choice of Rice or Poi, Lomi Salmon, and Haupia. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Combo Plate - $19.25: Pick 2 Entrees (Beef Luau, Chicken Long Rice, Kalua Pig, Laulau, Squid Luau). Includes choice of Rice or Poi, Lomi Salmon, and Haupia. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Single Plate - $16: Pick 1 Entree (Beef Luau, Chicken Long Rice, Kalua Pig, Laulau, Squid Luau). Includes choice of Rice or Poi, Lomi Salmon, and Haupia. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bowl - $11.25: Pick 1 Entree (Beef Luau, Chicken Long Rice, Kalua Pig, Squid Luau). Served with Rice only. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Beef Luau - $11.25: Braised beef chuck, sautéed onions, ginger, and slow cooked taro leaves. Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalua Pig - $11.25: Slow cooked smoked pork butt seasoned with Hawaiian sea salt. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squid Luau - $11.25: Thinly sliced octopus in coconut milk with slow cooked taro leaves and Hawaiian sea salt. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Long Rice - $10: Chicken and rice noodles in a ginger and chicken broth. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Laulau - $8.5: Pork and butter fish wrapped and steamed in taro leaves. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ho’io Salad - $5.75: Fern salad with julienne onions, diced tomatoes, dried shrimp, and sweet soy ginger sauce. Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lomi Salmon - $5.75: Diced tomatoes, onion, green onion, and salt cured salmon. Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poi - $3.25: Steamed and milled or pounded taro root mixed with water. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rice - $3: Short grain white rice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Sweet Lady of Waiahole (Single) - $8: Warm house made kulolo topped with one scoop of Haupia flavored ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sweet Lady of Waiahole (Double) - $10: Warm house made kulolo topped with two scoops of Haupia flavored ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tahitian Sweet Lady (Single) - $8: Warm Banana Po'e and one scoop of Haupia Ice Cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tahitian Sweet Lady (Double) - $10: Warm Banana Po'e and two scoops of Haupia Ice Cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Kulolo (3oz Scoop) - $4.5: Taro root, coconut milk, and sugar steamed for 24 hours. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Haupia Ice Cream (Single) - $5: Coconut flavored ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Haupia Ice Cream (Double) - $7: Coconut flavored ice cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Haupia - $4.25: Light and fluffy coconut custard. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Limeaide - $4: House made with fresh squeezed lime juice. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Mamaki Tea - $4: Fresh brewed red Hawaiian tea with Mamaki leaves and lemon grass. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Awa - $4: Traditional ceremonial and social drink. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Soda / Juice / Water - $2: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Hawaiian Sun Juices, or Water. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Juice-Cleanse
Restaurants near Waiāhole Poi Factory
- The Collective: Tattoo, Cafe & Gallery — American
- Kalapawai Market — American
- Cinnamon's Restaurant — American
- Over Easy — American
- Maui Brewing Company — American
- Teddy's Bigger Burgers — American
- Crepes No Ka 'Oi — French
- Big City Diner — American
- Kickin Kajun — Seafood
- Adela's Country Eatery — American
- Zia's Cafe — Italian
- Genki Sushi — Japanese
