a new wave to Nourish Your Body & Soul
located in the heart of Kahuku Sugar Mill, the iconic home of the shaka.
coffee . surf . eat healthy . live aloha . repeat
indulge in Fresh, Organic Flavors at hawai’I Top-Rated Plant-Based Cafe. Enjoy Our Best-Selling Smoothies, Sea Moss, Tonic Tea Refreshers, Salads, and Gluten-Free Waffles—Perfect for Every Taste!
We work with local farms who supply the majority of our sustainably grown fresh produce, such as Green Growers Hawai'i and Farm Link Hawai'i.
Our syrups are crafted on island locally from Pono Potions, specializing in unique Hawaiian flavors original to the islands.
come taste our delicious plant based paradise!
open daily 7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Loved by locals and travelers alike—discover why our plant-based dishes are a favorite across O'ahu.
kawela flatbread
try our plant powered pizza on naan dough, layered with vegan marinara, house made mac nut pesto, ali’i caramelized mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, balsamic glaze and seasonings.
3 TABLES FALAFEL WRAP OR SALAD (GF)
BURSTING WITH NUTRIENTS AND DELICIOUS FLAVOR, FEATURING OUR HOUSE SUNFLOWER SEED CHEEZE (NUT FREE) PAIRED WITH HOUSE TAZIKI SAUCE, SUNFLOWER TAHINI DRESSING AND BEET HUMMUS.
BRUNCH BOXES
a local favorite — EASY ON THE GO CATERING BOXES FROM OUR BAGEL BRUNCH BOX (HALE’IWA) TO OUR SANDWICH LOVER ONE (KAHUKU). SAME DAY PICKUP!
spicy poke bowl
(all greens) spicy beet poke made fresh served with house made ginger sesame dressing. add avocado and ali’i mushrooms for a flavor packed dish.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
DROP IN
Immerse Yourself in Wellness at Raised By The Waves—Oahu’s Plant-Based Paradise. Visit Us to Discover Unique, Healing Dishes and Nutrient-Rich Smoothies, SEAMOSS SHAKES & MORE; Crafted from Locally Sourced Ingredients for Optimal Health and Vitality, EVEN FOR THE KEIKI.
HOURS
OPEN DAILY
7:30AM -5:00PM
address
56-565 kamehameha hwy kahuku hi 96731
Behind seven brothers & the bank, by the biggest plumeria tree facing west next to post office
☀ BEST VEGAN CAFE - O’AHU HAWAI’I
☀ BEST VEGAN CAFE - O’AHU HAWAI’I
try our fresh local hawaiian coffee
free shipping on orders over $100
We exclusively source locally grown Ka'u coffee from the Big Island, freshly roasted on O'ahu by our partners at Tradition Coffee Roasters. Our signature Surfer’s Blend features rich notes of raw honey, macadamia nut, and lilikoi (passion fruit), delivering a uniquely Hawaiian coffee experience.
new arrivals
endless summer
LIMITED EDITION collaboration capsule with strait the label — and a handpickED curated collection of upcycled vintage hawai’i tees, hand-screened with aloha in hale’iwa.
10% off your first order
our specialties
SEAMOSS
Discover Raw Jamaican Sea Moss at Raised By The Waves. Our Fresh Sea Moss is Blended into Healing, Nutritious Shakes, as a shot or drizzled onto vegan coconut sorbet.
SEed cheeze
LIVE PROBIOTIC VEGAN RAW GOURMET seed / nut based PATE; MADE FROM CASHEW, MACADAMIA, SUNFLOWER OR PUMPKIN SEEDS. the core ingredient of our post surf — brunch / lunch menu.
acai BOWLs
A COMMUNITY FAVORITE! WE HAVE ADDED ON new sorbet FLAVORS, NOW OFFERING ALL ORGANIC VEGAN : COCONUT, LILIKOI (PASSION FRUIT), PITAYA AND ACAI OF COURSe.
Visit Raised By The Waves: Oʻahu’s Premier 100% Plant-Based Vegan Eco Cafe in Kahuku Sugar Mill. Savor Fresh, Sustainable, and Aloha-Crafted Plant-Based Foods and Beverages. Shop Our Exclusive Island Honey and Signature Surfer’s Coffee Made with Big Island Hawaiian Coffee.
Owned and Operated by Wahine and ‘Ohana, Our Cafe Offers Made-to-Order, Nourishing, and Delicious Meals Perfect for a Health Boost or Gut Reset. Enjoy Eco-Friendly, Plastic-Free To-Go Ware Ideal for Beach or outdoor dining, on the go — Skip the Wait by Ordering Online.
Tag Us in Your Experience! @RaisedByTheWaves #RaisedByTheWavesCafe #PlantBasedParadise #OahuCafe
fueled by nature
100% dairy free, 100% animal free PRODUCTS, fueled by plants, taste the difference.
farm to table
eating with us means your supporting local farmers AND enjoying their FRESH PRODUCE, mahalo green growers & farm link hawai’i.
plastic free
our commitment to sustainability means using packaging that’s both recyclable & reusable, A perfect eco friendly BEACH MEAL.
bring hawai’i home
local coffee beans, fresh hawaiian honey or our signature seamoss. take home gift ideas that are travel safe and ready to go!