




Blue Ginger Cafe
About
A Lanai City Staple
Stepping into Blue Ginger Cafe feels like walking into the living room of Lanai City. Located right near Dole Park, this unassuming eatery is where the local pulse beats the strongest. The air often carries the heavy, inviting scent of freshly brewed local coffee and sizzling butter, a welcome contrast to the quiet streets of the pineapple island.
Authentic Island Flavors
Chef Georgia Abilay has curated a menu that leans heavily into island comfort. The signature loco moco is a must-try, featuring a generous patty smothered in rich gravy that hits just the right notes for a hearty breakfast. If you prefer something from the sea, the fresh catch sandwiches showcase the local haul, often prepared simply to let the quality of the fish shine. The atmosphere is casual—think laminate tables, bright lighting, and the constant hum of conversation between residents catching up on daily news.
What to Expect
Be aware that the cafe operates on its own rhythm, and service can be brisk rather than pampering. You might find yourself sharing a table or waiting a moment for a seat during the morning rush, as this remains the primary gathering spot for locals and curious travelers alike. The space is modest and utilitarian, prioritizing quick, flavorful sustenance over elaborate decor. If you are exploring the rugged terrain of Lanai or just passing through the central square, Blue Ginger Cafe provides a reliable, no-frills transition back to high-quality comfort food.
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Location
409 7th, Lanai City, Hawaii, 96763
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OMG! The Mahi-mahi was to die for! Moco loco was delicious. Huge servings, we had leftovers. The scent of ensaymadas and hamburger buns was so good. Highly recommended.
Keven SkilesGoogle Maps
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Quint little cafe that makes everything from scratch. The owner is super friendly and you can tell that he loves his job. If you aren’t super hungry then I suggest sharing. The portions are incredibly generous. The Bento is a meat lovers dream and the fried rice is not to be missed.
Daddy Cool DallasGoogle Maps
Recently
Friendly folks, ok food, nice environment. We walked into town from the resort and were greeted by the friendly guy behind the counter who helped us the menu on the board. We ordered shrimp tempura and saimin. We sat outside and admired the park. Our food was served quickly. The shrimp tempura was soggy. The side of fries we got was oily. Probably the temperature of the oil they were using to fry was not hot enough. The saimin was ok. It is simple food, I get it, the taste of the broth was simple. The noodles were nice. I am not used to eating spam or other such processed food. Would have preferred the saimin more if they mixed some real protein with the spam. Not bad for a little town.
MaxGoogle Maps
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For my ten times I’ve visited Lanai, this was the first time I’ve visited the blue ginger cafe. The Loco moco was amazing and the Chicken katsu had an amazing sauce on it also the mango juice was great! Me and my family had a nice talk with the founders son. The prices are reasonable. Overall this place was very nice, and I will be back my next vacation here!
Bob ChilcoteGoogle Maps
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Wife and I walked around and found blue ginger cafe. The Lanai omelet was excellent and good place if you want breakfast and coffee. You order pay first, then seat yourself. Would recommend if your looking to eat when you get off the ferry.
Nyla KaziGoogle Maps
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Blue Ginger Cafe was the perfect breakfast spot during our Lanai adventure! Everything is made with fresh ingredients, and you can taste the quality in every bite. The pancakes and French toast were incredible - moist, flavorful, and literally melt-in-your-mouth good. These weren't your average breakfast dishes - they were something special. The fresh juices were equally impressive - each one we tried was delicious and refreshing, perfect for a morning on the island. The cafe itself has a charming, welcoming atmosphere right in the heart of Lanai. It's exactly the kind of local gem you hope to find when exploring a new place.
Dustin CrawfordGoogle Maps
Recently
What a great little place to grab breakfast on Lana'i. I had the bacon egg and cheese sandwich and my wife had the breakfast burrito. Both were very tasty!
Michael StarrGoogle Maps
Recently
Easy 5 stars. This luncheonette on the Lanai City town square was recommended by a tour driver, and boy did he ever have it right. Best club sandwich I've ever had in my life, with shoestring fries that were top notch themselves. Highly recommend. Menu pix are current as of July, 2024.
Lala808Google Maps
Recently
The best bento ever! (All the local favorites in one box!) This cafe is very homely, friendly and carries nostalgic atmosphere. Must go when you are in Lanai. They had baked sweets and bread items. Cash only!
Kona BeanGoogle Maps
Recently
Cash only. Papayas were very sweet! Apple Turnover was delicious, make sure to ask them which pastries are fresh for the day. The blueberry pancakes were big and delicious also. Seems like many locals love to enjoy their breakfast here, you’ll notice that once you sit down.
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