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    Rainbow Drive-In

    3.8 (6.1k reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    RAINBOW DRIVE-IN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Dogs allowed

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    SPAM AND 2 EGGS PLATE*
    Desiree R.

    Yum!! They do not skimp out on the mac salad. They gave us a lot more than other places. There is so much mayo on the mac which is good but i do wish it had more ingredients like some carrots and more salt and pepper. Bbq pork plate was also very good the meat had great flavor but at the end i had to end up eating around the fat because there was no more good pieces. Rice was a tiny bit bland but when muni g the yolk into it and having it at the same time as the mac made it a lot better. Overall good place we had a delicious filling meal and i would come here again. Lots of tables available for seating and all is outdoors as well.

    Everett L.

    Great cheap fast Hawain food. Come For takeout and quick fast eats. They have lots of outdoor seating which is great. The gravy is so tasty

    Stacy K.

    What an iconic gem! So sorry I missed it last time I was here. It has been profiled on Food Network as one of the best and it was so true! Made sure to come here the first night I landed so I did not miss out and could see if it lived up to the hype. It did. It is such a fun place to feel like you are having a picnic. You know this place is good since there is a steady line of people ordering bags and bags of food. Just to say, this is another must-do must-try place for food. We was super excited to have the mixed plate with gravy. It was beef, chicken and fish with rice and mac salad. It was huge and perfect. It tasted amazing and I would order this again and again. We had two of those. We also tried the loco moco and classic dish, and the saimin, which I had always wanted to try. One child also ordered the BBQ pork sandwich which she enjoyed and since it was a small menu item could help with the mix plate, which is impossible to finish in one sitting. I was stuffed and in woman versus food, food won overwhelmingly. I wish I had room to try the slush and ice cream or other items, but I could not eat another bite. So many items on the menu were very tempting and I am sad I only got to visit here one time. I do hope to return and have so many things on my dish wish list, but that mixed plate was so good, I bet I would go with that again.

    Maribel H.

    The line was a little long and the parking lot was pretty packed, but luckily we were able to find a spot. We ate at the outdoor tables, which was nice and made for a fun time chatting it up with friends. Overall, the food was SO good! Definitely worth the wait and would highly recommend if you're in the area.

    LOCO MOCO PLATE*
    Michelle V.

    For my first time, it's was OK. Limited seating. They also have 2 small stores to purchase merchandise. The service was decent. The food was OK. Honestly I don't see myself coming back. I prefer going to Zippy's. Also the vibe was off because there was an incident with the customers after us. Something about someone trying the purchase food with a stolen credit card.

    BBQ PORK PLATE, LOCO MOCO BOWL*HOT DOG
    Vanessa C.

    Son wanted to go here. He saw it on TikTok. I got the. BBq pork meal. The pork was great. A gazillion pounds of rice. I only at about 1/4 of it. The macaroni salad was macaroni with what seemed like just mayo. (Not my jam). He had the loco moco. He loved it. Again a billion pounds of rice. Kid had a hot dog. Didn't finish it. Quality was really low. Maybe we are used to dodger dog snap style flavorful ones. Anyway was a nice little meal and took a walk at the park a couple blocks away to walk off the massive amounts of rice.

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    Jon G.

    I saw this place on TikTok while in Hawaii and I knew I had to come here. It is a little away from Waikiki, which is a good thing because it's more of a local spot than a tourist spot even though it is a tourist spot because it is always crowded. It was nice to actually try local authentic Hawaiian food with the Hawaiian taste in Hawaiian flavor.

    Jacob R.

    We had been looking forward to eating here for days but were sadly disappointed. They have good happy hour prices that start at 3pm but they are very strict with that time. At five minutes before 3pm they said we would have to come back to get the special deal, which hey rules are rules but they were not very friendly about it. We ordered a variety of things and really weren't impressed with any of it. A lot of food felt like warmed up freezer items. The cheeseburger definitely had a fake patty vibe. The sauce on the cheeseburger did taste good. The chili and rice were good separately, but I did not personally like mixing it. When we left, over half of our meals had not been finished.

    Menu June 2026
    Emily W.

    Love the drive-in vibes. Parking lot is small but we got lucky with a spot and also got lucky with a bench table. Not a long wait for food. The four of us shared the loco moco plate, boneless chicken with gravy plate, and the BBQ beef plate. Food was good and hearty. My favorite was the loco moco plate. Boneless chicken had some pieces that were on the pink-ish side and the breading was a little soggy and didn't stick to the chicken that well. BBQ beef plate was good but nothing mindblowing. Some beef slices were dry. Mac salad was good. Overall good place for a cozy classic Hawaiian meal.

    Lee M.

    Their gravy is what I won't forget - the portions are good and pretty fast turn around for being busy Service was there

    Loco Moco plate lunch
    Nyles N.

    Delicious tasting plate lunch and burger restaurant. Quick and friendly service. Outdoor ambiance for a local experience.

    MIX PLATE with GRAVY
    Jessica G.

    Really want to like it as it's our first stop for the trip, but the Mix Plate with Gravy we got just didn't suit my liking. It came with 2 scoops of rice, your choice of mac salad or coleslaw, BBQ beef, boneless chicken and fried mahi mahi. The decent one on the plate was prolly the beef but the chicken and fish were bit bland. The gravy sauce also seemed lumpy. The portion was filling but I might not be a fan of the taste. The outdoor dining space also had weird smell occasionally. Appreciate the servers though who were all attentive and moving super quickly.

    Ryan S.

    Some places become iconic for a reason, and Rainbow Drive-In absolutely lives up to its reputation. If you're looking for a classic Hawaiian plate lunch, this is the place to go. The food was delicious, the portions were generous, and there were so many local favorites to choose from that narrowing it down was the hardest part of the visit. I also appreciated the laid-back atmosphere. It feels unpretentious, welcoming, and exactly the kind of place where you can relax and enjoy a great meal without any fuss. Whether it's your first trip to Oahu or your tenth, Rainbow Drive-In is one of those places that's well worth adding to your itinerary.

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    Ask the Community - Rainbow Drive-In

    Are there gluten free options here?

    Yes.

    Is there free parking here?

    Yes

    What's in your special gravy? Any meat product? Thanks in advance

    Definitely meat of some sort, if I had to guess it is beef gravy

    Are there Bathrooms?

    Yes they do.

    Hi, do you guys take phone orders?

    I've heard they do, but I have never been able to get through. You can also order online and still pick up through the "Phone Orders" line

    Will the restaurant be open on New Year's Day?

    No, closed on January 1

    Do you have seating area to enjoy the food?

    Yes they have outdoor tables

    Do y'all accept EBT food stamps?

    No. Just cash, debit or credit card.

    Do they still sell their chili seasoning packets?

    Yes, we do! Available at Rainbow Tiki in Kapahulu or online! https://www.rainbowtiki.com/

    Do they have traditional Hawaiian dishes with vegetarian options?

    More like local comfort food, nothing's vegetarian at Rainbow. Go to Highway Inn or Helana's they have traditional Hawaiian food.

    Can you order plate lunches in the morning ? Or is only offered after a certain time?

    I have come at different times and have ordered "breakfast" at lunch and sandwiches for breakfast so I think you can order anything on the menu regardless of time.

    Can i order lunch at 800 am? like teriyaki steak or beef curry

    Yes for the Teriyaki steak. The Curry might be a special of the day so it's if it's on the specials menu you can order it. Try the teriyaki pork. It's really good.

    Does this place actually take ebt?

    We do not accept EBT at this time.

    Do they have Apple Pay?

    Cash or credit card only from what I recall

    What's the best thing to order?

    Depends on your palate: Meat and potatoes - loco moco… 

    Are they open on Christmas Eve? Regular hours?

    Yes but they close early

    Do they do half portions?

    I am not aware of 1/2 portion or mini-plate. That being said, order a sandwich, loco moco, or chili bowl. The Mahi, BBQ Beef or BBQ Pork sandwiches are da bomb.

    Do they serve all of the regular items during breakfast time as well?

    Yup!

    What time do they stop serving their breakfast specials?

    10:30 am daily

    Do u have a Monday special today?

    No Monday specials on sundays. Lol.

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    Aloha Melt Waikiki - Four Cheese Melt

    Aloha Melt Waikiki

    4.6(806 reviews)
    0.9 mi•Waikiki
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    This little gem is in the heart of Waikiki. Honestly I just randomly stumbled upon it, and thought…read moreto myself why not? I love trying new things so let's go ahead and give it a try. I know what you're thinking, grilled cheese ? Seriously ? Out of the food in Hawaii this is one thing you choose to try for dinner ? And I would say yes every time. This grilled cheese has a special place in my food palette. I have not found another grilled cheese anywhere else in all the places I have been at that replicates this delicious flavor and taste. It was so good that I end up coming back for 4 days straight my stay in Hawaii ! I had the following below: *PATTY - 5/5 - It is the best grilled cheese I have ever had in my life ! It has a nice tasty beef patty, 4 cheeses (Cheddar, Mozzarella, Provolone, American) Caramelized onions, Bacon and Aioli sauce ! It was boasting with flavor ! Bread was soft, cheeses were boasting with flavor, aioli sauce was amazing. I really wish i paired this with their tomato dip ! I can only imagine how much this would've complimented the grilled cheese. The service was exceptional ! The establishment is a small so be sure to eat this on the go or they have small tables set up if you'd like to eat there !

    This place was amazing! I've never had a better grilled cheese sandwich. We ordered the Aloha…read moresandwich and a classic grilled cheese with jalapeños and onions, and both were absolutely delicious. The sandwiches came out quickly, were perfectly toasted, and had so much gooey, melted cheese. All of the toppings worked really well together and made every bite flavorful. Another big plus is that this was one of the few places open late at night, which made it a great option after a long day. The only downside was that it was a little difficult to find an open table since there's limited seating. Other than that, I'd definitely come back and highly recommend it!

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    Banzai Burger - Smokey BBQ Burger

    Banzai Burger

    4.4(678 reviews)
    0.8 mi•Waikiki
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    Free parking
    Free WiFi

    Service 10/10 Food 10/10…read moreAmbiance 9/10 Aloha, I had a great experience dining here! The manager, Christine, was incredibly helpful from the moment we arrived. She made us feel genuinely welcomed, took great care of us throughout our meal, and was quick, attentive, and friendly the entire time. Her excellent service made an already enjoyable visit even better. The food was fantastic. The burger was flavorful, juicy, and cooked perfectly, while the fries were extra crispy with a delicious garlic flavor that really stood out. Since it's an open-air restaurant, it was a little warm dining at around 1:00 p.m., but that was the only minor downside. Overall, everything was lovely, and Christine's outstanding hospitality made the experience memorable. I would definitely come back!

    Debbie D was in Waikiki the same time I was, so after I walked over to where she was staying, I…read moretold her there was this place for lobster rolls on Kalakaua. However, they were closed on Mondays....sad face! So we just started walking. We found ourselves at Ala Moana East...LOL! Walking through it all, we reminisced about the old International Market Center. We started toward the Food Hall, and Debs said that Banzai Burger was good, so we went. The woman working was so nice! I ordered a Waimea burger which has two patties, cheese, sauteed onions, and bacon. It was good and came with some nice crispy fries. Deb ordered a child's meal with two little sliders and fries. We sat facing Kuhio and watched all the different people walking by. It was all very fun because some of them were funny to watch! It's interesting how some of the tourists will not venture outside of Waikiki and would only do so on a tour. Banzai does have some really cold Coronas, so I suggest coming here, sitting back, and watch the world go by! Mahalo Banzai!

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    Musubi Cafe Iyasume - Teriyaki spam musubi, egg + eel + avocado musubi, spam + egg + bacon + avocado musubi

    Musubi Cafe Iyasume

    4.5(5.5k reviews)
    0.6 mi•Waikiki
    •$

    Musubi Cafe is such a fun, local gem, but be ready for a wait. We went early, midday timing, and…read morethe line was already about 15 people with roughly a 30 minute wait. It moves steadily though, and it is worth it. Inside is tiny, just one small table, so this is really an order and go kind of place rather than somewhere to sit and eat. They have every musubi combination you could think of, unagi, avocado, cucumber, egg, bacon, ume, tofu skin, shrimp, you name it. I got the tuna mayo onigiri and wished they had packed in a little more tuna filling, but it was still tasty. I also tried the cucumber spam musubi, which was really good too. We came as a group of seven and everyone ordered something different, and everyone loved every bite. My tip: get at least two musubis per person. A few people in our group got four each and had zero regrets. One thing to know ahead of time is parking. It is street parking only and pretty limited, so plan for that if you are driving. Overall such an easy, yummy stop and a great local experience in Waikiki.

    We came here because it was highly rated and my sister saw it in a viral Instagram video. The first…read moretime, we ordered the tuna musubi, but it had so much rice and barely any tuna. We decided to come back the next day and order the "Double Tuna," thinking it would actually have double the tuna. Instead, it seemed like the same small amount of tuna with double the rice! We ordered around eight of them, so it was especially disappointing to find that they were mostly rice. The portions just don't feel balanced. If someone pays extra for "Double Tuna," they're expecting more tuna, NOT extra rice. Unfortunately, it felt like they were really skimping on the filling, and the quality didn't live up to the hype for us.

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