nearby, BikeFactory Hawaii (94-1388 Moaniani St bikefactoryhawaii.com), wheels can be easily picked up to cruise around. Patsy T Mink Central Oahu Regional Park (94 Kamehameha Highway) is a huge park with walking paths and more. Park at one of the many available spots to enjoy a swimming pool, playground area, baseball/softball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts, an archery range, and more. Waipahu District Park (24-230 Paiwa Street) is an active community park with organized activities for all ages along with a multi-purpose building, a gymnasium, outdoor tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, swimming pool, boxing gym, and a field. Waipio Peninsula Soccer Park (93-061 Waipio Point Access Road) is one of the nicest soccer complexes in the state with well-kept fields, water fountains, and clean bathrooms. Want to hit the green? Waikele Country Club (94-200 Paioa Place golfwaikele.com), Royal Kunia Country Club (94-1509 Anonui Street royalkuniacc.com), and Ted Makalena Golf Course (93-059 Waipio Point Access Road www.honolulu.gov/des/golf/makalena.html ) are appealing courses in the neighborhood – each with differing views and challenges. Perhaps you or your little one wants to try performing arts? Pas De Deux Hawaii (94-404 Uke’e St. Suite A pddhi.blogspot.com) offers dance classes in creative movement, ballet, jazz, hip hop, breakdancing, Tahitian and hula, as well as musical theatre and private voice lessons. EXPLORE LOCAL EATS Many longtime local restaurants – as well as some new finds – offer mouthwatering and appetite appealing food options in the neighborhood. Big City Diner (Waipio Shopping Center 94-800 Ukeʻe Street bigcitydinerhawaii.com) is the perfect place to dine when gathering with family and friends. From a kids’ menu to keto options, catering to a bar – everyone will leave Big City Diner satisfied. Loco Moco Drive Inn (94-535 Kupuohi St) has all the local favorite dishes and more. Of course, try the loco moco. Hamburger steak and garlic chicken are also fan favorites. Reasonable prices and exceptional service make Loco Moco Drive Inn a must stop. Are you looking for Filipino food? Waipahu and Waipio have some of Oahu’s most popular Filipino restaurants, like Elena’s (Tropicana Square 94-866 Moloalo Street #D4A elenasrestaurant.com) and Thelma’s (94-366 Pupupani St Suite #116). STOCK UP ON GOODIES Waipahu and Waipio have some of the top wholesale shops on Oahu. Costco Wholesale (94-1231 Ka Uka Blvd) is a Waipio destination for many families living in the area. Wholesale Unlimited Inc (94110 Kopake St wholesaleunlimitedhi.com) in Waipahu sells Hawaiian snacks along with local candies and cookies – perfect for gifting at a great rate! RAISE A GLASS Two unique beverage experiences exist in the neighborhood. In Kunia, on the outskirts of Waipahu, Kō Hana Distillers (92-1770 Kunia Road kohanarum.com) offer tastings and tours for their rum, made from native Hawaiian sugar canes. Military pricing is available! In Waipio, Beer Lab’s Brewery and Taproom (94-515 Uke‘e St. #310 www.beerlabhi.com/waipio) offers rotating beers to try by the sampler or onthe-go. Waipahu & Waipio 242 4 5 6
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