Today I ate lunch at Hanalei Gourmet, a casual dining place in Hanalei not far from where I work. I’ve eaten there before, but I don’t think I’ve ever written about it. So here is my chance.

If you are from the mainland, you’ll love this place. It’s mostly American-style food with a bit of Hawaii thrown in. You can get anything from a burger to a roasted eggplant sandwich, which is actually quite good. And this place is always packed, probably because the food is good and the television is large.

Located in the Old Hanalei Schoolhouse, the wooden floors, benches, and blackboards make this setting rustic and old school. But the best part is the live music that happens each night. Live music is always a big draw, right?

So if you want some tasty food, try this place when you are in town.