Kailua is the place to shop…read more.. One of many shopping center the one thing that will certainly see is the giant storefront sign for BookEnds with that you know you're there and one of the smaller place actually is filled with a great variety of tenants. On this visit I did revisit places like BookEnds and Lanikai Juice though did discover several new places (for myself) like Mālā Market...thank you bestie Nadine for the correction, Lanikai Bath and Body, Coco's Trading Post. That just scratch the surface of what you're able to find at this amazing place cause if it's machines you got Aloha Salads, Morning Brew, Mālā Market, Times Supermarket, Paniolo's, India Cafe and Donut King. My newest love shopping here is Lanikai Bath and Body but there are some jewelry shops, Stussy, SoHa Keiki and yes BookEnds who did have a box of free books outside shows what a cool vibe this area has. So much you can do in one place makes Kailua Shopping Center so easy to support local all in one spot. Thank you!

I wanted to give a 5 out of 5 star review, but due to a variable customer experience ranging from…read moreabysmal to excellent, I am giving a 4 star rating. Starting with the parking lot, (+1) the monkeypod trees are nice, good for shade and cover. I appreciate still nature. (-1) Beware the pigeons, minah birds, and finches that fly over and poop and pee mid-flight and while they're perched. (-1) There are also hens and roosters that make noise and draw flies sometimes. They dig holes and make messes. This leads me to the commons areas that have dining tables, umbrellas, and outdoor seating. There are also benches. There is a larger commons area at the Mexico Lindo corner for family gatherings. Good place to sit on hot days and to be around fellow patrons for extroversion. Rain still cuts through. I know that KSC can't really help who shows up, but I'm going to say that (-1) sometimes there are pests run by their own group "ethic". They don't keep their snap judgments to themselves which made my personal experience quite variable instead of a positive experience. (-1) When the pests outnumber casual shoppers, everyone becomes rude, passive-aggressive, and threatening. Typically casual shoppers who are not as tense become hostages to the feels. The lot is cleaned well. (-1) When trash bins are not in working order, they are not promptly repaired I noticed. However, (+1) HBM staff tidy up the parking lot, walkways, and commons areas by sweeping and utilizing leaf blowers, and they also empty trash bins every day, multiple times. (+1) They have a recycling bin on the lot. Venues: Lanikai Juice provides healthy and tasty meals, and they have good merchandise. Aloha Salads -- I've never tried eating there yet. Paniolos Kailua -- I've never tried eating there yet. The logo looks cool. Mala Market -- I've never tried eating there yet. I like the name. Dog Bakery seems like a cool place for the pets. It looks friendly inside, and the workers look hospitable. I remember when it used to be Subway. Stir Beverage? ????? Mexico Lindo has good food. They're kind to all of their customers. I generally stay away from the area if I am not going to eat over there. Island Snow Hawaii has awesome clothing. The quality and relevance of what they offer is what I like. Their shaved ice treats are sweet, good cold for hot days. Kailua Harley Davidson looks cool. Kailua Nails Care -- haven't tried it. The Salty Babe -- I don't really understand the concept, and I don't go in there. SoHa Keiki Kailua -- I don't go in there. There is a lot for younglings. It's well-lit. Classic Waves Boutique -- I don't go in there. Morning Brew is one of my favorite coffee shops of all time. They keep to themselves, yet they are personable, and that's (+1) definitely something I appreciate. They're uniquely tolerant. The manager and owner there are both warm, experienced, awesome individuals. Also, they have good music playlists from morning to afternoon! Good acoustics, too. Note to be careful in the front seating of Morning Brew, as handicap parking is right out front and there was once an "internal parking" issue before. Also, handicap walkway ramps right out front. Windward Jewelers does great work on jewelry. AT&T Store -- I don't go in there, but their staff seem cool and competent. Cornerstone Chiropractic -- I haven't tried it. I crack jokes about it. Donut King has some good donuts. Bookends is also a favorite on the lot. The workers are knowledgeable. A humble place to browse peacefully. New Kamana Kitchen -- I haven't eaten there yet. I read the menus. You'll get exactly what it is that you're ordering, and they have the passion to make it, I feel. Tokyo Central is actually an amazing grocery store with a deli and fish market. The prices there are competitive. Tokyo Central has a lot of food and drinks directly imported from Japan. Overall, I enjoy KSC. (+1) On days where people seem free, not "going through hell" and being combative that way, happy, moods uplifted, it's one of the best shopping centers around, I assure you. (+1) There aren't two days that are the same. (-1) Major complaint about the energy on the lot when people and policer anxieties ramp up, especially because of events, (-1) and it's twice as frustrating for me that regulars good with me suddenly becomes two-faced, moved by emotional contagions, leaving me with mild bewilderment. (-2) It would be nice if the lot didn't become concerned with bathroom users. Inferences made that create assumptions cause people paranoia which sometimes increases beyond reason--security and sometimes workers at that point turn unreasonable. Coffee is a diuretic. (+1) Recently, the security there has been much more tolerant, though. That much is true. I listen, I watch, I sometimes interact whether or not I am "allowed" to, and I mind my own business the majority of the time. They often play music from a Hawaiian radio on the speakers, I've heard.

Kailua is a hidden gem. This shopping center has so many different shops ranging from local surf…read moreshop all the way to Target. This is a must stop for all your needs. The best part is the farmers market. A huge selection of food at great prices. Needless to say I received great friendly service from everywhere I went.

It's fun! I enjoyed walking around to look at all the shops. Definitely felt like a tourist but I…read moreappreciated how everything was within walking distance. They had everything here you could think of. Whenever I'm in the area it's definitely a place to stop by and check out on the way.

I always thought of this mall as the last stop for food and gas before the site seeing begins for…read morehaunama bay, makapu, sea life park and blow hole. I like this mall because it has a lot but not. In the past we had the theaters and the dollar store. That's a thing of the past and the mall is kind of dying needing a refresh and another anchor store. The positives are the Chinese dim sum restaurant, Walgreens, pet store, Jamba Juice, Starbucks, Kona brewing, Kokonuts and a smattering of small eateries. There are a number of choices spread out but some places are more pricey than others. This is a good option prior to a site seeing trip out east or after. It's also nice there are monthly fairs featuring local vendors. Need to check their instagram page for more information.

I really like this shopping center and that the management opens it up to the community for craft…read morefairs, health fairs, sports fairs and other events to give start up businesses an opportunity to showcase their wares. I've had my blood pressure checked. I've had a minute massage. I've bought cuts air plants to gift others. I've bought big and small labyrinths. They utilize the parking lots throughout the entire center to spread out the kiosks and it keeps the flow moving around instead of blocking any business. I used to shudder at the thought of driving from Hālawa to Koko Marina now I just make it an adventure based on the street fair of the weekend. So many fun places to eat too.

Lots of options…read more.. Love this location versus the more famous one down the street though yes it's more an outdoor mall and yes the bathroom situation needs the biggest improvement of it all, the shops they have here are great with McD'z, Starbucks, Ross and yes FHB just to name a few parking is never really an issue here as majority are centrally located and with so many options to choose from I can see why it's actually getting much more crowded than it used to be. On this visit I came to drop of some donation at a Goodwill that they also have and most likely can't resist a peek into Ross but lots of service shops all in one place makes it my favorite spot to get some errands done. Thank you!

Wow! Walked in at 9 AM with no warning- with about 30 ppl. Can't believe how well we were taking…read morecare of. Service was friendly and went fast- super blessed. Mahalo!

Shopping in Kaneohe, O'ahu, Hawaii…read more.. Besides Windward Mall, Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center, and Windward City Shopping Center, customers in Kaneohe can shop and dine at Kaneohe Shopping Center. Currently, the main business here is Times Supermarket. The restaurants are Sikdorak II, Club Komomai, Tea Home, and Kizuna Sushi Bar and Grill. There's also a laundromat, Goodwill Donation Center, H&R Block, Eagle Nails, and Goodyear Auto Service. There's one entrance on Kamehameha Highway and two on Paleka Road. It's probably safer to enter and leave from Paleka Road because Kamehameha Highway can be very busy at times. Kaneohe Shopping Center has four main buildings and has an L-shaped configuration since the Kaneohe Fire Department is on the corner of Kamehameha Highway and Paleka Road. Come support local businesses if you're on the Windward side of the island!

Situated in the heart of the Ko'olau Windward side, Koolau Center is located on the main artery…read moreroad directly across from the Valley of the Temples Memorial Park & the serene Koolau Mountains. If you are not used of the quiet environment and slow pace in life obviously you won't be able to enjoy this in a long run. No tall buildings in here just few essential businesses e.g. McDonalds, Times Supermarket, few restaurants like Ninja sushi, Koolau Drive Inn & Mexican Restaurant, movie theater and the city & county DMV. Life is simple and no loud ringings (this ain't like Waikiki). Tourists won't find excitement in here (unless you will visit Byodo-In Temple across). This is mainly a hub for locals who peacefully living it simply. Residents like me enjoy the serenity every time I come up here. And for sure will always love coming up here on the future. Mahalo for reading and happy juandering fellow yeeps!

The Koolau shopping center has to be one of the most poorly designed and inconvenient shopping…read morecenters on this island. Times supermarket has no public restrooms, the Mexican restaurant there is pretty good and usually allows people to use if needed. The Koolau McDonalds is terrible on customer service! Not only do they have a number lock on the door, the employees there won't tell you the code until you order something! Even if you tell them you are going to place an order but have to use the restroom 1st! They are just ruthless! The old Koolau theater that is just sitting there wasting space and vacant should at least be opened so people can use the restroom while shopping over there. People with health issues should never be denied access to a restroom. There's no aloha in that!

The place to get things done…read more.. As many shopping area are being torn down only to go massively vertical I'm so thrilled that they didn't do that here knowing how dated it has become what they did is just phenomenal! It's almost incomprehensible of the previous structure to have it taken from us not knowing what was in the plans as I did visit it quite frequently and just having it was nice alternative to venture out at Kahala Mall. Considering the space they worked with I'm sure the traffic flow was the real challenge as sometimes it still confuses me so I just grab a stall when I do find one so that I'm not in a situation that forces me to exit the area which do happen quite frequently lol! As it slowly filled up from some vacant spots I do love the varieties they have to offer from snacks at Wholesale Unlimited, to eats at BBQ Chicken, J Dolan, and Daiichi Ramen, sips at Lanikai and Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, or how about a Unicorn Butt Sneeze from Purvé Donut, get glamed at Drybar or Kahala Nails, gas filled, or need that Urgen Care...all done here! Welcome Capriotti's Sandwich Shop which just opened recently, and I do believe Yohei Sushi will be joining us this winter...and you think this is awesome you'll see a few water features that are simply soothing and beautiful there's a plaque which explains some history of the Wai'alae area that I have no idea and is a great humbling fact. Come visit Kū'ono Marketplace as it has so much to offer... Thank you!

I guess like most folks in Honolulu, when shopping in the Kahala area, the tendency is to gravitate…read moreto Kahala Mall. But lately, I've been visiting Kuono Marketplace. A low tise strip mall that has Kahala Mkt. by Foodland for groceries and numerous eateries, from J. Dolans to Daiichi Ramen. Shell gas station and Straub clinic are at opposite ends of Kuono. I have only been to BBQ Chicken, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Kahala Mkt, and Great Clips. A nice selection of local businesses and corporate chains. Parking lot could've been better planned and it is always full but there are entrances and exits on the Waialae Avenue and Hunakai Street sides. Stall width allows for bigger vehicles.

When in Enchanted Lakes, I usually visit the Enchanted Lakes Shopping Center. But locals know…read morethat adjacent to ELSC is Keolu Shopping Center. It is J-shaped and at the bottom of the J is Kailua Cinemas towards the lake itself. On the left is a row of establishments from eateries to therapy clinics. I've only visited Blossom's Okazuya and Nene Goose Bakery, both excellent businesses. Two entranceways and exits on Keolu Drive. If you are driving from Kailua...I'd take the second entrance as HoloHolo Express has their kiosk set up near the first and often there's at least one car waiting for their beverage.