New restaurant at empty KFC

[Loretta]

Driving by today I saw a sign saying Lehua Cafe on the empty KFC in Pahoa. Does anyone know if this is a new restaurant that will be taking over that space? I was kind of hoping for something more like a chain, but this sounds like something more local.

[Hawaii Bound]

It was my understanding that a "school" type of business (Can't remember the name of the top of my head) that was taking that location over and not another restaurant. Something like a Boys and Girls club type of place.

[csgray]

Hawaii Youth Business Center in Keaau has a culinary arts program and has run a food cart in Keaau, I would guess they are wanting a full kitchen.

Carol

[Hawaii Bound]

Yep, that was the name... Keaau Youth Business Center.

[Rob Tucker]

I think this is great news.

[bananahead]

very cool, I will eat there

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[Guest]

It could have been the most perfect taco bell. Sigh.

[punafish]

Thrilled the Keaau Youth is taking it over, and pretty sure they have their sites set higher than Taco Bell. We'll give 'em a try for sure!

[macuu222]

Someone must have money. That building commands a high lease considering its location that is usually only afforded by chain restaurants.

[kalakoa]

If not money, maybe just a really good accountant who is able to turn the "donation" of facilities into an awesome tax break?