Are you craving a tropical vacation but just can’t seem to come up with the funds? Join the club… Instead of sitting around commiserating, let’s just meet at this tropical-themed Colorado restaurant that will trick you into thinking that you have left the Centennial State for the Aloha State:

Hiding out in Windsor is the unassuming Okole Maluna Hawaiian Grill, which “blends classic island dishes with new-edged fusion.”

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Headed up by Island-born Andy Higa, Okole Maluna Hawaiian Grill is a highly-rated dining experience that opened in 2004 and has been a Northern Colorado go-to ever since.

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Translated as “bottoms up,” Okole Maluna features an authentic Pacific Rim vibe complete with a tropical bar…

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…colorful dining room…

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…and, of course, beautiful aquariums, which pull together the island vibe.

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In addition to the tranquil ambiance, Okole Maluna is also home to incredible dishes like this Teriyaki ‘Teri’ Plate…

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…mixed plates…

This one has sautéed mahi-mahi and chicken.

…and delicious pork dishes, like this slow-roasted Kalua pig.

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Okole Maluna Hawaiian Grill is located at 431 Main St in Windsor and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm for lunch and from 5 pm to 9 pm for dinner.

Yelp/Charelle B. For more information on Okole Maluna Hawaiian Grill, please visit their website.

Craving even more delicious food in a fun theme? Check out these 11 Themed Restaurants That Will Transform Your Colorado Dining Experience.

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This one has sautéed mahi-mahi and chicken.

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For more information on Okole Maluna Hawaiian Grill, please visit their website.

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