Kohala Restaurants: Cafe Pesto in Kawaihae, Seafood, Italian

Address: Kawaihae Harbor Center, Hwy. 270, Kawaihae

Phone: 808/882-1071




This other half of the Hilo-owned chain is just as popular. Exotic pizzas (with chili-grilled shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, and cilantro crème fraîche, Asian-inspired pastas and risottos, and fresh seafood reflect the diversity of the Big Island.

Local microbrews and a full-service bar make this a good place to top off a day of exploring.

Credit cards accepted are : AE, D, DC, MC, V