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    Raised By The Waves

    4.3 (278 reviews)
    Closed 7:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    RAISED BY THE WAVES ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Touristy

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    Deb B.

    Spent the afternoon with some much needed couple time and stopped in Kahuku for some Raised by the Waves. It was a bit later in the afternoon so they were out of what I would have preferred but the food was so good just the same. Places the order there to share for raw nachos and Kawelo Flat Bread. (I should have said no daiya cheese... I picked it off though) It took a bit longer for my order, about thirty minutes, but it was good, I'm never in a rush and if so, I'll order ahead. It's always a casual vibe- and they weren't busy at all. Was lucky to have a table in the shade, woot! I appreciate being able to find high quality vegan food, locally sourced, and consistently good.

    Aloha bowl. Pounders paining. Acai bowl
    Lorena M.

    Stopped by this little spot to try the panini, salad, and an acai bowl. It hit the spot! Light and healthy. You order up at a table and pick up the items at another window. There's seating under a roofed patio so you won't get rained on, or too much sun. Plenty of parking at the area and other options too.

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    Kalanikealoha N.

    So thoughtful every ingredient put into this super delicious vegan food! the service ambiance everything was wonderful! Mahalo nui loa

    Amy F.

    Delicious vegan food. Gluten free options abound. The poke nachos and island rolls are my favorite. I do order the chips and poke separate when I get it to go. No soggy chips for me.

    Jessica D.

    Cute vegan cafe in Kahuku! They have a big menu ranging from smoothies to acai bowls to sandwhiches. We ordered protein smoothies and they were so refreshing on such a hot day.

    Burrito (2/26/2026, $18.61 w/ tax)

    Summary: Good, not great, food. Lively interesting location, easy to access. Worth trying once. Highly recommend ordering ahead for pickup. What I liked: The location at the Sugar Mill is scenic and diverse with easy parking. The burrito I had was tasty, served warm, but not to my expectations nor as advertised. What I didn't like: Raised by the Waves is expensive. For an $18 burrito, I expect a larger portion or a wider variety of textures and flavors. The description on the menu includes avocado, which could add a pleasant creamy texture to the dry chickpea fritter. Mine did not have avocado, and without any additional sauces to add a tangy, spicy contrast, the taste was monotonous. Service was slow, but cordial. Food came out in 30 minutes. Recommendations: The freshness and quality are good, but not worth the price or wait. The business should offer pre-made sauces (salsas, tahini, or chutney) to improve their portfolio. Ordering ahead online is highly recommend to relieve the long order times. Overall, good vegan food worth trying once. Stop by if you are in the area, but not worth a repeat visit.

    Carver B.

    delicious açaí and coffee! quick service and a great playlist too! Would definitely come back!

    Hunky monkey protein shake
    Ashley J.

    I have come before for the kualoa quesadilla and it was amazing. This time though it was pretty sad. Too sad that I didn't even want to take a picture. There were barely any ingredients in the quesadilla this time. It wasn't stuffed. I did try the chunky monkey protein shake and it was delicious.

    Vitamin Sea, HoloHolo and Cold Brew Cinnamon
    Jason G.

    Loved this beautiful plant-based spot! Lei was so kind and helpful. The Banana Walnut Muffin, Holoholo Bowl, and Cold Brew Cinnamon were all delicious -- plus, they even have Sea Moss!

    Front lanai!

    Food is super cleansing and fresh! I love how all their food is colorful and yummy. Been coming here for years and it never disappoints.

    Raised by the waves

    Exceeds expectations every time! The best place to eat in Kahuku, healthy, local and delicious

    Menu
    Amy Y.

    Small cafe and very healthy options on the menu. Outside dining with a few tables. Very cute decor. We just got drinks only since we ate already. Drinks are at least $8+. Drink and food options are quite unique. We decided to try some unique ones that we can't get in town side. - shroom matcha latte- never heard this before. It was more on the bitter side. Healthy! - seamoss lava flow - must be a healthier version. Not too sweet either. I would love to try the food and other drink options next time.

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    Must visit for your morning coffee! Can't wait to visit again tomorrow and try something new!

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    Food and service is wonderful! I got the spicy beet poke bowl, delicious! Great variety of plant based food

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    Such a good spot to stop for dietary restrictions. Stopped here a few times on our trip!

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    6 months ago

    Amazing! And outdoor seating! Love it here. The vibes are excellent. I love this place

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    delicious vegan food, great location, kind staff. Had the blat. yummmmy.... great great

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    3.3(22 reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Outdoor seating
    Grab-and-go

    The Bistro is located inside the Courtyard Marriott and for that reason we ended up going here…read moreseveral times for breakfast. In 2021, it had abbreviated hours due to the pandemic but in 2024 it is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, although there are breaks between meals when it is closed. The menu offers a lot of choices for each meal. There seem to be people eating here all the time so I guess it is a convenient and popular option for guests at the hotel (like us). This trip we had a full breakfast with eggs, bacon, and potatoes; bagel; pancake;, oatmeal; and assorted drinks (latte, tea, juice, hot chocolate). The food is genrally good, but it is a bit pricey. I suppose that is to be expected in Hawaii and in a hotel. A very modest breakfast for 2 with tax and tip usually exceeds $50. Service is friendly and the food comes out moderately quickly. You order at the cash register, they give you a number, and you find a table inside or outside and they bring your food. We like to sit outside and enjoy the weather so the ambience is pleasant. There are other restaurants in the area that are cheaper if you want to get in your car. Or, you can walk to the Polynesian cultural center where there are quite a number of food trucks and some of them serve breakfast. All trucks are open during lunch and dinner time.

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