




Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen
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A Kailua Breakfast Institution
If you find yourself navigating the winding roads toward the Windward side, the morning queue outside Boots & Kimo's Homestyle Kitchen is a dead giveaway that you have arrived. This local mainstay has cultivated a legendary status among Kailua residents and visitors alike, primarily for one reason: their world-famous macadamia nut sauce.
The Mac Nut Magic
The culinary crown jewel here is undoubtedly the banana pancakes drizzled in that signature, creamy macadamia nut glaze. It is thick, buttery, and carries a subtle toasted nut flavor that pairs perfectly with the fluffy, griddle-browned cakes. While the wait times can stretch on busy weekend mornings—and parking in the lot requires a bit of patience—the sheer indulgence of the sweet, warm sauce makes the time spent well worth it.
Island-Style Comfort
Beyond the pancakes, the kitchen leans into hearty, no-nonsense breakfast plates. You will find massive portions of fried rice, seasoned pork chops, and classic loco moco that sticks to your ribs. The atmosphere inside is high-energy and loud, echoing with the clatter of plates and the constant hum of conversation. It feels less like a polished dining destination and more like a bustling neighborhood hub where you come to fuel up before hitting the Lanikai coastline.
Expect a casual, fast-paced environment where the staff works with military precision to keep tables turning. Whether you are craving a savory breakfast or a sweet treat to start your beach day, this spot remains an essential stop for anyone wanting an authentic slice of Hawaii's homestyle breakfast culture.
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1020 Keolu Drive D1 Kailua, Kailua, Hawaii, 96734-2804
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Boots & Kimo’s Homestyle Kitchen was hands down one of our favorite breakfast spots in Hawaii! My boyfriend introduced us to this amazing hidden gem, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The pancakes topped with their famous macadamia nut sauce were INCREDIBLE rich, fluffy, comforting, and honestly to die for. I’m still thinking about them! We also tried the Portuguese sausage, which was packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. Everything tasted homemade, fresh, and comforting in the best way possible. The atmosphere was busy and lively, but you can tell this place is loved for a reason. If you’re visiting Oahu, this spot is a must-try. Come hungry and don’t leave without ordering the macadamia nut pancakes!
Samantha KimGoogle Maps
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Boots and Kimo’s was easily in my top three meals in Hawaii. The macadamia nut pancakes were incredible. There was a bit of a wait, but it was definitely worth it. The staff were friendly, and the system is to order and pay first, then sit down.
AricaGoogle Maps
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Very over hyped place. Not only is it expensive but the quality really wasn't great. Pancakes (tasted like mcdonalds) with macadamia sauce, greasy grilled potatoes and "homemade corned beef" tasted like canned. Fried rice wasn't even great. The iced coffee didn't even have half and half just powdered creamer, which you can get better creamer at a fast food joint. We drove here for our daughters 10th b day and would not come back. Not to mention there's no refills on drinks, there's just runners who brings food to the tables no servers
Jonathan KimGoogle Maps
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The food is great and it comes quick. A little different process of ordering but it works. We waited in like probably about 15 mins before being seated. While waiting in line outside you can look at the menu and when you are at the front of the line you will order. Once you order youll go in and pay before getting seated. Once you are seated food and drinks came within 5 mins it was quick and the food came out delicious. Well worth the pancakes with their special macadamian nut sauce. The loco moco came in a bowl which is a little different than expected but it worked. Can't go wrong with the omelette too. All in all worth it to go visit and check it out.
Iwakuni FoodieGoogle Maps
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I was visiting family for Christmas and they took me here for breakfast. The line was really long when we got there (around 0930) so it took us about 2 hours to get in and be seated. I think it was because we went the day after Christmas and they also seemed to be short staffed. I ordered the blueberry pancakes with the macadamia nut sauce. The pancakes were not dry and there were lots of blueberries, but the star of the show was definitely the macadamia nut sauce. I ordered two pancakes and it was enough to share. I also ordered a side of the Portuguese sausage and some hash browns. My first time trying the Portuguese sausage and I loved it. The staff members were all friendly and nice! I want to go again the next time I visit so I can try one of their omelettes and get those pancakes again.
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