Pele's Other Garden is the kind of place every small town hopes to have: a deli and bistro that punches well above its weight, run by people who care about the food they serve. Located on the edge of Dole Park in Lanai City, it offers deli sandwiches and wraps at lunch and a more considered bistro menu in the evenings, with a wine list that will surprise anyone expecting island-casual.
The menu leans toward fresh and vegetable-forward, which suits the island's agricultural ambitions and Larry Ellison's farming experiments. Local produce appears when it's available. The portions are generous, the prices are reasonable by Lanai standards, and the atmosphere is relaxed without being sleepy.
Dinner reservations are worth making — the room is small and the island's visitor population can fill it quickly. For lunch, walk in and order at the counter.