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Lighthouse Delicatessen

55-3419 Akoni Pule Hwy, Hawi, Island of Hawaii, HI
808-889-5757
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Ranked #2 of 14 restaurants in Hawi
Price range: $10 - $15
Cuisines: Delicatessen
Good for: Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
Restaurant details
Good for: Outdoor seating
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch
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Texas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

We just had lunch here--ordered the New Yorker, described in the menu as pastrami with cole slaw on a kaiser roll. Aye, we were very disappointed. The "kaiser roll" was some sort of a hard bread roll cut in half, not even remotely resembling a kaiser roll; the cole slaw was tasteless and dry; the pastrami was average at best.... More

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Plainview, NY
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34 reviews 34 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013 via mobile

Stopped here while doing some touring and ordered take out got to our spot and was shocked to see the size of the sandwich it was so good, would highly recommend going there

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Santa Fe
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47 reviews 47 reviews
23 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2013

The Lighthouse Deli is so unexpected in Hawi. It's for the carnivores among us, with large portions of deli meats and tvs tuned to sports channels. If you want a break from all the seafood, it's the place for you!

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5 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013 via mobile

They have an awesome Reuben sandwich the best on island! They really take pride in their flavors and ingredients. The atmosphere is fun. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who lives in or is visiting kohala!

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Seattle, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013 via mobile

Menu at the bar and order food at the bar. They deliver your food to the table if you are eating in. The pastrami sandwich was very good, the PLT was big and good. They ran out BBQ and friends ordered meatball sandwiches. Staff is friendly and helpful. Atmosphere of the place is cozy and relaxing. Overall we had good... More

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Phoenix Arizona
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42 reviews 42 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

Very laid back and unpretentious, but the food is delicious. I had the Reuben and it was delicious and enormous. I did not need the cucumber side salad that I ordered. My friend had the turkey with cranberry and she liked it as well.

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Dallas, Oregon
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34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 21, 2013

First, understand you are in Hawi, not Pebble Beach. The food is fantastic with generous portions, but service is laid-back and pure Hawaiian Style. If that doesn't suit you, then PLEASE stay at Mauna Kea Beach, The Prince or Mauna Lani Hotel and leave the Lighthouse for less pretentious, finicky patrons than you are. If you're lucky to be there... More

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Waterville, Washington
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28 reviews 28 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2013

What a great little place. Found it while wandering around Hawi. Delicious turkey/cranberry/dressing sandwich. T.V.s for those tracking the basketball playoffs, entertaining flute/guitar duo - Good food, fun atmosphere. Order at the bar, pay when your finished. Deli available for takeout. When they are really busy, you will have a wait -- relax and enjoy. Good find!

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Waimea, Hawaii, United States
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

I have been going to the Lighthouse Deli once a month or more since they opened and were just a lovely little cafe with four or so tables, always delicious food and OK service, pleasant guys behind the counter. In the fall of 1012 they expanded, added more tables and really nice bar. You had to order and pay for... More

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Kailua-Kona
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58 reviews 58 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
86 helpful votes 86 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

My sister recommended this place, stating she could only eat half of her sandwich, and she was right. I split the French dip with my sweetie, and while in my younger days I would have and could have eaten an entire sandwich, this was just about perfect. Very tasty. Our friend had the corned beef, and it looked pretty good,... More

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