This Remote Restaurant In Hawaii Will Take You A Million Miles Away From Everything
Nestled on Oahu’s secluded and peaceful leeward coast, more than 30 miles away from the hustle and bustle that is Waikiki, is a small, secluded farm and cafe located at the base of the Waianae Mountains in the Lualualei Valley. Part restaurant and cafe, part organic farm, part community sourced agriculture headquarters, and part group and homeless shelter, there is no place like Kahumana in the world – let alone Hawaii.
Though the cafe wasn’t opened to the public until 2008, Kahumana was established as a community in the 1970s, and has experienced exponential growth and success ever since - the community now encompasses five campuses on more than 50 acres of farmland.
Meals are created using produce grown on the premises, seafood caught by local fishermen, and responsibly farmed local meats. The cafe also provides vocational training in hospitality and culinary arts for participants in their social programs and transitional housing centers.
In addition to serving up ever-changing organic and local meals - including vegetarian and vegan options, the cafe is also known for their daily soup specials, fresh stir fry, artisanal pesto, lilikoi cheesecake, locally-made gelato, espresso drinks, and kombucha on tap.
Did we mention that their salads are made with 10 varieties of baby greens picked fresh daily? We dare you to find a fresher salad anywhere else on Oahu.
WIth a charming dining room, as well as a magnificent patio overlooking the farm, you won’t soon forget your visit to Kahumana.
The cafe’s fresh and delicious meals truly make a difference to not only the environment - but also the community that has been created at Kahumana.
When visiting the incredible cafe, not only will you get to dine on mouthwatering food grown just steps from your table, but you will feel good knowing that you are supporting an organization with such an important mission: to create social programs that benefit homeless families, people with disabilities, and youth.
While we’ve focused on the remote cafe, Kahumana is so much more than just a secluded restaurant – and you can learn more about the non-profit organization on their website.
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