Albeit small in comparison to most mainland states, the Hawaiian Islands can be difficult to navigate: long Hawaiian street names can be difficult to pronounce and even harder to find, and a standard GPS doesn’t always work as well as we would hope. These 13 little-known eateries found across the four main Hawaiian Islands can be tricky to find, but are well worth the search.
- Maguro Brothers Hawaii, Honolulu
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John L./Yelp Located within the Kekaulike Marketplace, Maguro’s Brother may be tricky to find, but their fresh poke and sashimi are to die for.1039 Kekaulike St #113, Honolulu, HI 96817
- Tin Roof Maui, Kahului
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Tin Roof Maui/Yelp Serving up mouthwatering Hawaiian eats with an emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly practice, Tin Roof Maui is much more than just a strip mall eatery. 360 Papa Pl y, Kahului, HI 96732
- Verde, Kapa’a
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Carol L./Yelp For a new Mexican twist on traditional Mexican favorites, head to this casual cafe known for their delicious salsas.4-1101 Kuhio Hwy # A3, Kapaa, HI 96746
- Island Ono Loa Grill, Kailua-Kona
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Ashley Y./Yelp A little off the beaten path of Ali’i Drive, Island Ono Loa Grill serves up some incredible hot dogs and burgers in a no-frills establishment.75-5799 Ali’i Drive Suite A4a, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
- Shige’s Saimin Stand, Wahiawa
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Judy C./Yelp If you want noodle soup and your partner is craving a burger, head to this eclectic Wahiawa eatery.70 Kukui St #108, Wahiawa, HI 96786
- Thai Chef Restaurant, Lahaina
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Peter C./Yelp Located in the Old Lahaina Center, this BYOB eatery serves up some amazing vegan options in an oceanfront setting.878 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761
- MCS Grill, Hanapepe
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MCS Grill/Yelp This casual Hawaiian eatery may be hard to find, but their delicious Kalua pork nachos are worth the search.1-3529 Kaumualii Hwy, Hanapepe, HI 96716
- Sweet Potato Kitchen + Takeout, Hawi
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Kelley S./Yelp This Hawi establishment is about as tucked away as it gets, but their mouthwatering vegan food is well worth the search.55-3406 Akoni Pule Highway, Hawi, HI 96743
- Sushi Spot, Aiea
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Devin W./Yelp Located on the first floor of an unassuming strip mall in Aiea, Sushi Spot is the place to go for cheap + delicious sushi. 99-205 Moanalua Rd, Aiea, HI 96701
- Monsoon India, Kihei
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Hue O./Yelp With sweeping ocean views, Monsoon India serves up an array of tandoori dishes, curries, and packed lunches to-go.760 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753
- Pho Viet, Hilo
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CeliaJeff C./Yelp This casual Vietnamese eatery is located off the beaten path in Hilo and features affordable entrees and amazing peanut sauce.80 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
- Masa’s Sushi Restaurant, Koloa
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Michelle H./Yelp For mouthwatering sushi in a small, no-frills establishment, head to Masa’s Sushi Restaurant, if you can spot the sign off Rice Street, that is. 4261 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766
- Helena’s Hawaiian Food, Honolulu
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Lyla D./Yelp One of the state’s oldest Hawaiian restaurants, Helena’s Hawaiian Food is well-known for using secret family recipes. Be sure to order “Menu D,” a tasting menu that comes with kalua pork, lomi salmon, dried beef short ribs, and luau squid. Don’t forget about the haupia dessert!1240 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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Ryan T./Yelp
John L./Yelp
Located within the Kekaulike Marketplace, Maguro’s Brother may be tricky to find, but their fresh poke and sashimi are to die for.1039 Kekaulike St #113, Honolulu, HI 96817
Ryan L./Yelp
Tin Roof Maui/Yelp
Serving up mouthwatering Hawaiian eats with an emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly practice, Tin Roof Maui is much more than just a strip mall eatery. 360 Papa Pl y, Kahului, HI 96732
Harumi S./Yelp
Carol L./Yelp
For a new Mexican twist on traditional Mexican favorites, head to this casual cafe known for their delicious salsas.4-1101 Kuhio Hwy # A3, Kapaa, HI 96746
Gregory B./Yelp
Ashley Y./Yelp
A little off the beaten path of Ali’i Drive, Island Ono Loa Grill serves up some incredible hot dogs and burgers in a no-frills establishment.75-5799 Ali’i Drive Suite A4a, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Troy M./Yelp
Judy C./Yelp
If you want noodle soup and your partner is craving a burger, head to this eclectic Wahiawa eatery.70 Kukui St #108, Wahiawa, HI 96786
Jason P./Yelp
Peter C./Yelp
Located in the Old Lahaina Center, this BYOB eatery serves up some amazing vegan options in an oceanfront setting.878 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761
Vladmir T./Yelp
MCS Grill/Yelp
This casual Hawaiian eatery may be hard to find, but their delicious Kalua pork nachos are worth the search.1-3529 Kaumualii Hwy, Hanapepe, HI 96716
Heather M./Yelp
Kelley S./Yelp
This Hawi establishment is about as tucked away as it gets, but their mouthwatering vegan food is well worth the search.55-3406 Akoni Pule Highway, Hawi, HI 96743
Jarod H./Yelp
Devin W./Yelp
Located on the first floor of an unassuming strip mall in Aiea, Sushi Spot is the place to go for cheap + delicious sushi. 99-205 Moanalua Rd, Aiea, HI 96701
Stevan H./Yelp
Hue O./Yelp
With sweeping ocean views, Monsoon India serves up an array of tandoori dishes, curries, and packed lunches to-go.760 S Kihei Rd, Kihei, HI 96753
CeliaJeff C./Yelp
This casual Vietnamese eatery is located off the beaten path in Hilo and features affordable entrees and amazing peanut sauce.80 Kilauea Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
Jon Z./Yelp
Michelle H./Yelp
For mouthwatering sushi in a small, no-frills establishment, head to Masa’s Sushi Restaurant, if you can spot the sign off Rice Street, that is. 4261 Rice St, Lihue, HI 96766
Sonya L./Yelp
Lyla D./Yelp
One of the state’s oldest Hawaiian restaurants, Helena’s Hawaiian Food is well-known for using secret family recipes. Be sure to order “Menu D,” a tasting menu that comes with kalua pork, lomi salmon, dried beef short ribs, and luau squid. Don’t forget about the haupia dessert!1240 N School St, Honolulu, HI 96817
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