The Pizzas Served At The Off-The-Beaten-Path Ohelo Cafe In Hawaii Are To Die For

Whether you are dining at a fancy Italian bistro or simply grabbing a slice from the pizzeria down the street, everyone loves a good slice of pizza. Hawaii isn’t necessarily known for its delicious Italian food, but luckily for us, there are still a few excellent pizzerias across the islands to satisfy that ever-present pizza craving — including this remote gem that serves pizza, pastas, salads, seafood, and so much more.

Tucked away off-the-beaten-path on Hawaii Island in the tiny little town of Volcano Village — population 2,575 — is Ohelo Cafe. Perhaps one of the small town’s nicest restaurants, Ohelo Cafe is a haven for pizza lovers.

Utilizing fresh, local ingredients, patrons will enjoy a well-curated menu in addition to handmade cocktails, local craft beers on tap, and an extensive wine list.

Serving up food that can only be described as “Hawaiian-Italian,” Ohelo Cafe is well-known for its thin-crust, wood-fired pizzas. Choose one of their signature creations or create your own with any of the 19 toppings offered.

Of course, pizza isn’t the only thing you’ll find on this menu. From Caesar and house salads to shrimp scampi, baby back ribs, and fresh, locally-caught fish, there’s something for everyone here.

Interested in learning more about the menu and how it’s all prepared? Check to see if their chef’s table is available. Watch Ohelo’s professional chefs prepare your meal right in front of you, ask about their methods and ingredients, and see the wood-fired oven at work up close!

Due to the popularity of Ohelo Cafe, combined with limited “fine dining” options in the area, we recommend calling ahead to make a reservation.

Ohelo Cafe is open daily for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and for dinner from 5 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, visit their website. Have you ever been to Ohelo Cafe? What’s your favorite dish? Share your opinions in the comments below!