Though the Hawaiian isles are well known to outsiders, Hawaiian cuisine remains a hidden gem due to tourists frequently subsisting solely off a paste made from sand, ocean water, and pureed linen pants. Uncover the edible treasure of Hawaii and beyond with today’s Groupon: for $10, you get $20 worth of Asian fusion, Hawaiian barbecue, and drinks at Lava Pit, which has locations in Lafayette and Orinda. The flavorful atoms of Asian and Hawaiian culinary cultures fuse in the embers of Lava Pit's fiery char grill, resulting in a diverse menu of vibrant dishes served in a laid-back, modern environment. Tangy house sauces and fresh ingredients inhabit each creatively culled platter; entrees such as the panko-crusted katsu chicken ($7.95) and kalua pork-mix combo ($9.95) come served aside rice and the house pineapple salad, and a flow of Red Lava sauce coats each tectonic plate of shrimp skewers ($6.95).

Reviews

Yelpers give Lava Pit's Orinda and Lafayette locations four-star averages:

• This place is the most legit Hawaiian grill place I've come across in the mainland. – Grace L., Yelp, Orinda location
• The [Kalua] Pork was so savory and the portion size (since I ordered only the pork) was HUGE! – SA B., Yelp, Lafayette location