Originally developed on former sugar-cane fields and opened in 1993, Waikele Center became one of the true success stories of Hawaii retail. The center is a favorite shopping spot for value-conscious locals as well as tourists shuttled from Waikiki. Waikele Center is a regional open-air shopping center located west of Honolulu at the intersection of Interstate H-1 and Paiwa Street. This 538,000 square foot shopping complex is one of Central Oahu’s largest and most high profile retail projects and is anchored by Lowe’s, Office Max, Old Navy Outlet, GAP Factory Store, and Sephora. The shopping center is home to multiple specialty retailers and restaurants that include Chili’s Grill & Bar, Starbucks Coffee, Genki Sushi, McDonald’s and various other quick serve restaurants.