Paniolos Kailua

Taking its name from the Hawaiian cowboy tradition dating back to the 1700s, this Kailua Shopping Center spot shapes Mexican-style counter assembly around scratch island sourcing. Orders assemble across warmed flour tortillas, corn tortillas, or bowls with cilantro lime rice, black or pinto beans, and house-made salsas, pairing options like free-range chicken and organic tofu with pesticide-free local greens and tomatoes. Meats, beans, and sauces are prepared fresh daily without canned ingredients, though extra toppings can quickly run up the bill.