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World Guide to Vegetarianism

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Hawaíi

USA

Many thanks to Dr. Neal Pinckney and The Vegetarian Society of Honolulu for providing many of the following listings. Dr. Pinckney warns us that many restaurants in Hawaíi use excessive amounts of oil. Be sure to request low-fat if that's what you want.

Vegetarian Society of Honolulu
P.O. Box 25233, Honolulu, HI 96825, (808) 395-1499


Gentle World
P.O. Box U, Paia, Maui, HI 96779, (808) 572-1560, (808) 572-3522


• A vegan commune and publishing company. See listing below under Paia for more information.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

ChampaThai, 98-199 Kam Hwy, 488-2881

• Thai. 20 vegetarian dishes. Must request no fish sauce.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

The Coffee Gallery, 66-250 Kam Hwy, 637-5571

• Nearly all dishes vegetarian. Water-processed decaf coffees.

Paradise Found Cafe, 66-443 Kam Hwy, 637-4540

• Quaint and tiny place. All vegetarian soups, sandwiches, specials.

Natural Foods Stores:

Celestial, 66-443 Kam Hwy, 637-6729

• Small snack bar. Best natural foods store on the North Shore.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

Postcards Cafe, 826-1191

• Mostly lacto-ovo vegetarian international/Asian/Italian/Japanese/ Mexican natural foods. Vegan-friendly. "A healthy, delicious dining alternative. Uses the finest ingredients available, including locally grown organic farm-fresh produce and herbs. Baked goods made from scratch. Many of their foods are vegan or can be customized for you to accommodate your preferences. Vintage dining room, especially romantic at night. Beautiful patio seating offers mountain views. Check it out, you'll be glad you did." Open 11:30am-2:30pm & 5:30pm-9:30pm.

Miscellaneous:

Kauái Getaway Retreat Studio
POB 1212 Hanalei, HI 96714, (808) 826-4468
E-mail: onkauai@aloha.net
WWW: http://www.aloha.net/~onkauai/vacationstudio.html


• "Private vegetarian-friendly vacation rental studio with all comforts. Fully equipped kitchenette with blender, etc. 15 minutes from vegetarian Postcards Cafe restaurant. Papaya, banana, coconut, avocado, and berries grow in lush tropical garden. Vegetables grow in a small organic garden behind the house. Guests welcome to help themselves. Some of the world's greatest beaches and hiking in walking distance."

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Hanapepe Bookstore, 3830 Hanapepe Road, (808) 335-5011

• Lacto-ovo vegetarian café. Vegan-friendly. "Outstanding gourmet food - a real tase treat! Can prepare totally vegan foods. Make reservations for dinners on Thu, Fri, & Sat." Open Mon-Wed 8am-2pm, Thu, Fri & Sat 8am-10pm. Closed Sun.

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Buddhist Vegetarian Restaurant, Chinese Cultural Plaza,

100 N. Beretania, Old Chinatown, 532-8218

• Vegetarian Chinese. Spotlessly clean, has linen tablecloths, linen napkins, sparkling crystal, and a bright and tasteful atmosphere. Many imitation meat dishes (the sweet and sour vegetarian `pork' is the best, real or imitation, I've ever had) and a very wide selection of rare mushroom, vegetable and other vegetarian dishes which are delicious, very attractively served, extremely fresh, and very reasonably priced. The average dish is about $6, only a few much higher. They will substitute water for oil in any dish on request. Dim Sum. Some dairy used. 5% discount for VSH members. Closed Wednesday.

Down to Earth Deli, 2525 S. King Street, 947-7678

• Vegetarian deli, salad bar and dining area. Vegan options. 5% discount to VSH members.

Guaranga's Vegetarian Dining Club, 51 Coelho Way, 595-3947

• Hari Krishna lacto-vegetarian restaurant. Vegan options. Ethnic themes each night. Wednesday is vegan day. Inexpensive. Located at a Hari Krishna Temple.

Pacific Vegetarian Cafe, 2nd floor food court, Aloha Tower

Marketplace, on Aloha Tower Drive, (808) 536-6565
• Lacto vegetarian international dishes. "Healthy low fat gourmet fare with a unique Pacific-rim flare. Validated parking." Open daily 9am-9pm.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

India Bazaar Madras, 2320 S. King Street, 949-4840

• Indian. Nearly all vegetarian. Cafeteria style. Simple, inexpensive, and good. No ghee used.

Chiang Mai, 2239 S. King Street, 941-1151

• Thai. Very vegetarian friendly. Full vegetarian menu. Vegan options. Good, popular and reasonably priced.

Crepe Fever Restaurant, Ward Centre, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd, 521-9023

• Natural foods restarurant. Omnivorous lunches. Dinners all vegetarian, many vegan.

The Fresh Garden Deli, 212 Merchant Street #9, 524-8242

• California style cuisine. Vegan-friendly. "Great lunch place for the health conscious." Open Mon-Fri 11am-3pm. Closed Sat & Sun.

Keo's Thai Cuisine, 3 locations:

625 Kapahulu Avenue, 737-8240
1200 Ala Moana Blvd, 533-0533
1486 S. King Street, 947-9988

• Gourmet Thai. Vegan options. Any item can be made vegetarian. Elegant. Somewhat expensive. Award winning restaurant.

La Salsa Rita's, 500 Ala Moana Blvd, 536-4828

• Mexican. Vegan options. All fresh ingredients. No lard.

Mekong, 2 locations:

1295 S. Beretania Street, 521-2025 or 523-0014
1726 S. King Street, 941-6184

• Thai. Simple and good. Same owner as Keo's.

Pineland Chinese Restaurant, 1236 Keeaumoku Street, 955-2918

• Chinese. Special vegetarian menu. Vegan options. Inexpensive and good. Does not use chicken stock in vegetarian dishes.

Yen King Chinese Restaurant, 4211 Waialae Avenue, Kahala Mall,

732-5505
• Chinese. 30 vegetarian dishes. Vegan options. Nice decor. Must request no chicken stock.

Heidi's Bistro, 733 Bishop, Grosvenor Center, 536-5344

• Romantic European atmosphere. Vegetarian appetizers/entrees at dinner time.

Nature's Basket, 2972 E. Manoa Road, 988-7449

• Takeout food for lunch. Delicious but somewhat expensive.

Juice Stop, 1050 Ala Moana Blvd, Building 2, Small food court at

Ward Warehouse, 545-4022
• Vegetarian soups, sandwiches, specials.

California Pizza Kitchen, Kahala Mall, 4211 Waialae Avenue, 737-9446

• Fantastic cheeseless pizza (non-vegan): Roasted eggplant with sun-dried tomatos, garlic and fresh spinach on a whole wheat crust, served with a light honey-mustard dressing. None of their pizza crusts are vegan, as they all contain dairy products of some sort. Only one size: individual. Pastas, salads. The Tuscan Bean Soup is made without meat stock. Smoke-free.

Ciao Now, in The Market Place, 1120 Maunakea Street, 521-1487

• Pizza and pasta. Natural ingredients.

Sea Otter's Cafe, 500 Ala Moana Blvd, 531-5282

• Assorted ethnic. Tiny snack shop.

London Cafe, 1345 S. Beretania, 591-0050

• Jerusalem coffee house. Middle-Eastern salads. Moderately priced.

Taj Mahal, 1309 Kalakaua Avenue, 947-4729

• Indian. Moderately priced. Many vegan dishes.

Angelica's International Bistro & Cafe, 560 N. Nimitz Highway #24,

537-6619
• European. Vegan-friendly. Open Mon-Sat 11am-2:30pm & 5:30pm-9:30pm. Closed Sun.

Auntie Pasto's, 1099 S. Beretania, 523-8855

• Italian. Popular and noisy. No egg noodles.

Compadres, 1200 Ala Moana Blvd, Ward Center, 523-1307

• Mexican bar & grill. Large, popular restaurant. 6 vegetarian dishes.

Chan's, Puck's Alley, 2600 S. King Street, 949-1188

• Chinese. Moderately priced. Nice atmosphere.

Fu Lu Shou, 1451 S. King Street, in BOH parking lot, 941-9812

• Four Asian cuisines. Vegetarian menu. Inexpensive.

Siam Orchid, 1514 Kona Street, 955-6161

• Thai. Inexpensive. Many vegetarian dishes.

Thai Taste, 1246 S. King Street, 526-3772

• Thai. Inexpensive.

Diem, 2633 S. King Street, 941-8657

• Vietnamese. Very friendly. 10% discount to VSH members.

Hale Vietnam, 1140 12th Avenue, 735-7581

• Vietnamese. Colorful and tasty food.

A Little Bit of Saigon, 1160 Maunakea Street, 528-3663

• Vietnamese. Many tofu dishes.

Natural Foods Stores:

Down to Earth Natural Foods, 2525 S. King Street, 947-7678

• Large and well-stocked. All vegetarian. 5% discount to VSH members.

Huckleberry Farms, 1613 Nuuanu Avenue, 524-7960

• Large and well-stocked. VSH members get 10% off on vitamins only.

Nature's Basket, 2972 E- Manoa Road, 988-7449

• Small place with good organic produce. Lunchtime deli takeout.

Kokua Market, 2643 S. King Street, 941-1922

• Non-profit co-op. Bulk and packaged foods, produce, and deli items.

Eco-Foods Hawaíi, 1541 S. Beretania, 955-6168

• Non-profit co-op. Good prices. Bulk and packaged foods. No produce.

Lifestream Natural Foods, 716 Kapahulu Avenue, 732-6253

• Quiet place. Not too well stocked.

Vim G Vigor Foods, Ala Moana Shopping Center, 1450 Ala Moana, 955-3600

Vegetarian Organization:

Vegetarian Society of Honolulu
P.O. Box 25233, Honolulu, HI 96825, (808) 395-1499

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Pali Gardens, Castle Hospital Cafeteria, 640 Ulukahiki, 263-5500

• Inexpensive and quick.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

Something Good, 301 B Hahani Street, 262-8792

• Natural foods. "Limited" vegan options.

The Source, 32 Kainehe Street, 262-5604

• Natural food store with sandwiches, limited menu. Vegan options. Juice bar.

Saeng's, 315 Hahani Street, 263-9727

• Thai. Good and moderately priced.

San Francisco Sourdough Pizza, 407 Uluniu Street, 263-eats

• American pizza. Salad bar. Vegan-friendly. "Food court with a variety of foods. From pizza to a Mediteranean Deli, Smoothie Bar, espresso bar. Live band on Saturday nights. Stand up comedy every Tuesday night. It's a place for family and fun. Bring your soccer, paddling, etc. Groug over and celebrate!" Open Sun-Wed 5pm-9pm, Thu-Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 10am-10pm.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

Mui Kwai Chop Suey, 45-1052 Kam Hwy, 247-3230

• Chinese. Must request no chicken stock.

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Papayas, (808) 823-0190

• Lacto-ovo vegetarian low-fat natural foods café. Vegan-friendly. "Deli style with tables outside."

Natural Foods Stores:

Ambroses Natural Foods


• Does not have a deli. Sells organic produce. Everything they sell is vegetarian. "Kauái's oldest natural food store. An experience. Don't miss it on your next Hawaii visit." Hours vary.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

International Museum & Cafe, 9875 Waimea Road, 338-0403

• International. Primarily vegetarian.

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Tonya's Vegetarian Cafe, across from the post office, 966-8091

• Almost completely vegan. Counter service. Closed Sat-Sun.

Miscellaneous:

Sadfree, HCR 1 Box 4635, Keaau, HI 97649
Contact: Patricia McCrary, (808) 982-5629
E-mail: sadfree@ilhawaii.net


• Smoking, Alcohol, & Drug Free vegetarian co-homes on 8 acres in rural setting. Community garden for those interested in growing. Studio (1 person) $325/month. 1 bedroom / 1 bath home (1 or 2 people) $450-$475/month (1995). Includes utilities.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

Royal Thai Cuisine, Azeka Shopping Center, 874-0813

• Thai. Has 25 vegetarian options.

Stella Blues Cafe, 1215 S. Kihei Road (in Long's Center), 874-3779

• Vegetarian sandwiches, lasagne, other entrees.

Margarita's Beach Cantina, 101 N. Kihei Road, 879-5275

• Mexican. Tofu enchiladas, tofu tacos, gardenburgers. The location is wonderful - a huge balcony overlooking a beautiful beach.

Vegetarian-Friendly Restaurants:

Saeng's Thai Cuisine, 1312 Front Street, 244-1567

• Thai. 10 vegetarian entrees offered.

Thai Chef Restaurant, Lahaina Shopping Center, 667-2814

• Thai. Authentic. 13 vegetarian options.

Cheese Burger in Paradise, 811 Front Street, 661-4855

• American. Two vegetarian burgers.

Natural Foods Stores:

Down to Earth, 1169 Makawao Avenue, 572-1488

• Has a vegan-friendly deli. Deli items are labeled if vegan. Many bulk items. Strong in providing items for healthy vegetarian lifestyle rather than another trendy yuppie veggie store. Open Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm.

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Huna Ohana, Akebono Theatre Complex, 965-9661

• Lacto-vegetarian expresso cafe. Vegan-friendly. Good place for breakfast, tofu scramble, garden sausage, multigrain toast with organic strawberry jam, bagels, puna papaya and real coffee. Also does tempeh burgers and assorted snacks and salads for lunch. Owned and run by a feisty Taurean woman, the place is a throwback to the age of Aquarius with assorted characters browsing through the adjoining Metaphysical Bookstore. Also has garden seating. Open Mon-Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 8am-1pm.

Miscellaneous:

Kalani Honua
RR 2, Box 4500, Pahoa, Hawaíi 96778, (808) 965-7828 / Fax 965-9613
E-Mail: kh@ILHawaii.net


• Conference retreat center and institute for cultural studies. Buffet style vegetarian food. Vegan options included. Sheltered patio dining. Beautiful grounds! Accommodations available for groups include large common rooms suitable for classes or meetings. For folks who like living close to nature.

Vegan Restaurants:

The Vegan Restaurant, 115 Baldwin Avenue, (808) 579-9144

• Vegan. International/Thai. "Incredibly delicious!" "One of the best vegetarian restaurants I've ever eaten at! Wonderful selections and generous portions." "The best place by far to eat on Maui! There's a small but varied menu, live music from time to time, and a great friendly atmosphere." Run by people from Gentle World. This restaurant is complete with a large yellow M reading "millions saved". Open Tue-Sun 11am-8:30pm. Closed Mondays.

Miscellaneous:

Gentle World
P.O. Box U, Paia, Maui, HI 96779, (808) 572-1560, (808) 572-3522


• A vegan commune. The community is made up of 25-30 adults, many of whom have been together since Woodstock, and a continuous stream of guests who stay from days to months learning the vegan way and sharing in the love and warmth of these people. The people who live there have names such as Love, Peace, Light, Rainbow, and Sunray. They operate The Vegan Restaurant, a recycled lumber yard, and run a publishing company. Books they have published include: _Cookbook for People who Love Animals_ and Michael Klaper's books _Vegan Nutrition: Pure and Simple_, etc.

Vegetarian Restaurants:

Higher Taste, Aloha Tower Marketplace, 536-6767

• Lacto-vegetarian. Vegan-friendly. Nice little takeaway situated at new tourist market/marina development. Try the enchiladas they are not as heavy as they look and are real tasty. Owned by past Govinda connections so similar type of fare. Open 11am-9pm daily.

Natural Foods Stores:

Down to Earth, 1910 Vineyard,242-6821

• Has a vegan-friendly deli. Deli items are labeled if vegan. Many bulk items. Strong in providing items for healthy vegetarian lifestyle rather than another trendy yuppie veggie store. Open Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm.