There is something incredibly comfortable about visiting an old country general store in a small town. Sometimes, it’s the only place around for miles, but honestly, I would visit these 9 charming general stores in Hawaii regardless; I would much rather spend my money to feel nostalgia than at a gas station chain.
- Hasegawa General Store, Hana
Tim Wise/Flickr A run-down general store with lots of history and everything from packaged food items, hardware, fishing gear, and souvenirs. Items will be a little more expensive here, simply because there isn’t much supply in the area.
- Kaupo General Store, Kula
Ulalume/Flickr A convenient store perfect for grabbing a cold drink and some souvenirs, Kaupo also has an excellent collection of antiques on display.
- Hygienic Store, Oahu
Janhatesmarcia/Flickr Located on Kamehameha Highway in Kaneohe is this general store full of nostalgia, and according to several Yelp users, it has not changed in decades.
- T Komodo Store & Bakery, Maui
Mark Faviell/Flickr Open since 1916, this upcountry Maui shop is known for their cream puffs, and being the perfect spot to stop for breakfast after catching a sunrise atop Haleakala.
- Hamakua General Store, Honokaa
EyeTunes/Flickr A charming little general store is nestled within this tiny community reminiscent of Main Street U.S.A – one main street, lined with a post office, bank, schoolhouse, general store, police station, etc.
- Honolua General Store, Lahaina
Lynne Schreur/Flickr The exterior is still pretty charming, and they have a cool café, but gone are the days of old country charm and nostalgia after the store’s latest remodel.
- Hali’imaile General Store, Makawao
Jon Konrath/Flickr Though called a general store, this establishment is actually a stellar seafood restaurant with a quaint country atmosphere.
- Waimea General Store, Waimea
Jim Belford/Flickr A lovely store that is perfect for picking up some souvenirs – including gourmet Hawaiian treats, books, and travel items. Supposedly, there is also a friendly store cat that will come greet you as you walk in.
- Puako General Store, Waimea
Puako General Store A wide selection of gifts, sourvenirs, grab and go food, ice cream, cold beer, and more fill this charming family-run store.
We would love to hear your nostalgic stories about visiting any of these Hawaii general stores in the comments.
Tim Wise/Flickr
A run-down general store with lots of history and everything from packaged food items, hardware, fishing gear, and souvenirs. Items will be a little more expensive here, simply because there isn’t much supply in the area.
Ulalume/Flickr
A convenient store perfect for grabbing a cold drink and some souvenirs, Kaupo also has an excellent collection of antiques on display.
Janhatesmarcia/Flickr
Located on Kamehameha Highway in Kaneohe is this general store full of nostalgia, and according to several Yelp users, it has not changed in decades.
Mark Faviell/Flickr
Open since 1916, this upcountry Maui shop is known for their cream puffs, and being the perfect spot to stop for breakfast after catching a sunrise atop Haleakala.
EyeTunes/Flickr
A charming little general store is nestled within this tiny community reminiscent of Main Street U.S.A – one main street, lined with a post office, bank, schoolhouse, general store, police station, etc.
Lynne Schreur/Flickr
The exterior is still pretty charming, and they have a cool café, but gone are the days of old country charm and nostalgia after the store’s latest remodel.
Jon Konrath/Flickr
Though called a general store, this establishment is actually a stellar seafood restaurant with a quaint country atmosphere.
Jim Belford/Flickr
A lovely store that is perfect for picking up some souvenirs – including gourmet Hawaiian treats, books, and travel items. Supposedly, there is also a friendly store cat that will come greet you as you walk in.
Puako General Store
A wide selection of gifts, sourvenirs, grab and go food, ice cream, cold beer, and more fill this charming family-run store.
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