Dakine Directory

Dakine Directory

About this app

DISCOVER THE BIG ISLAND, ONE LOCAL BUSINESS AT A TIME.

Dakine Directory helps residents and visitors find the local businesses that make Hawaii's Big Island special — from the food trucks tucked behind quiet neighborhoods to the family-run shops that have served Hilo, Kona, and Waimea for generations.

FOR EVERYONE EXPLORING THE BIG ISLAND

• Browse approved local businesses across Hilo, Kona, Waimea, Pahoa, Volcano, and more
• Filter by category — restaurants, food trucks, shops, services — to find exactly what you need
• See business hours, address, phone, email, website, and social media at a glance
• Tap to call, get directions, or visit a business's social pages
• Discover featured businesses by neighborhood
• No account needed to browse — just open the app and explore

FOR BUSINESS OWNERS

Get your business in front of Big Island locals and visitors. Choose the plan that fits your goals:

Basic — $5/month — Be Listed
A simple, affordable listing with all the core info customers need.

Pro — $15/month — Look Better
A more polished, complete listing with more room for photos, menu, and details.

Featured — $25/month — Be Seen More
Featured placement, priority category visibility, and a featured badge.

Owners manage their own listings — updating photos, hours, and contact info — and can switch plans anytime. Every listing is reviewed by our team before it goes live, keeping the directory clean and trustworthy.

WHY DAKINE DIRECTORY?

We built this for Hawaii's Big Island because our community deserves a tool that puts local first. Big chains have plenty of visibility — kamaaina-owned businesses, food trucks, makers, and small shops often don't. Dakine Directory closes that gap.

Whether you're kamaaina supporting your neighbors, a visitor who wants to spend where it counts, or an owner growing your customer base, this app is built for you.

PRIVACY AND SAFETY

Browse without signing up. Owner accounts are protected with strong password requirements, and all data is encrypted in transit. Subscriptions are processed securely through Stripe — we never see or store your card details. Read our full privacy policy at https://dakine-directory.web.app/privacy.

NEED HELP?

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What’s new

- New: a community calendar — see local events, or submit your own for approval.
- New: sign in with Google on the owner login.
- Behind-the-scenes fixes and improvements.