Bobby V's Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria

Tucked along Kuhio Highway in Kapaʻa, Bobby V's serves Italian comfort food when you need a break from poke and plate lunch. This sit-down restaurant has been feeding locals and visitors Italian-American classics for years.

The signature Jake pizza stands out – a 15-inch thin crust loaded with ham, meatballs, pepperoni, and Italian sausage on housemade tomato sauce. If you're craving seafood with an Italian twist, the Linguini with Clams delivers fresh clams tossed in white wine lemon butter sauce over pasta (they'll swap in gluten-free fusilli if you ask). The menu includes chicken parmesan, calzones, and appetizers like spinach artichoke dip.

The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly – unpretentious, with good food in a laid-back setting. You'll find vegetarian and vegan options, which isn't always easy to locate on the island.

Bobby V's works for families, groups, or anyone seeking a proper Italian meal after days of Hawaiian food. They offer catering for vacation rental dinner parties – call ahead to arrange.

The portions are generous and the handmade dough makes a noticeable difference when you want familiar flavors executed well with fresh local ingredients.