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    Rainbow Drive-In

    3.8 (6.1k reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    RAINBOW DRIVE-IN ATMOSPHERE

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

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    BONELESS CHICKEN WITH GRAVY PLATE
    Cameron M.

    We heard about the Rainbow Drive In from a tour guide and decided to stop in to give it a try. When we arrived there was a crowd but the lines truly did move very quickly and there is a great amount of seating. The amazing lady at the counter was kind and so remarkably quick with her duties. She rang up everything and delivered the food with lightning speed. We split a Boneless Chicken plate and it was plenty for two people. The chicken was tender and well seasoned and the Mac Salad and Rice complimented it well. We did get the gravy on the side. :) In reading the reviews I see a lot of differing opinions. Take this amazing spot for what it is. Good food at a good value in a good spot. Get in here and enjoy!

    SAIMIN and LOCO MOCO PLATE*
    Vincent M.

    The service was the best part: the lady at the cashier was the sweetest and most patient person ever. The food felt like it was a quick fix-up from home (comforting, fulfilling, hearty, but just okay). The price is very good for the amount you get! Highly recommend checking out for the food and vibes; at least once though

    from left: beef cutlet w/ gravy ($12.95) + chili fried ($6.95) + mix plate ($16.50)
    Trung N.

    I've visited Honolulu twice and each time I've eaten at Rainbow Drive-in with zero regrets. It's iconic. It's tasty. And a good way to taste Hawaii. If you order one thing, order a mix plate ($16.25) ~ without gravy or with for an extra quarter ($16.50). The plate comes with bbq beef, boneless chicken (breaded), mahi mahi, a scoop of rice, and a scoop of mac salad. It's an excellent Hawaiian combo plate. You get a pretty solid version of every protein plus a taste of their delicious mac salad. I personally like the mix plate with the gravy because it gives everything a little extra oomph. I also like the chili here. I've had them on fries, but on my last visit, I ordered the chili plate ($12.75) - chili, rice, and a scoop of mac. The chili is a perfect ratio of beef, garlic, and kidney beans. Over rice, it gives comfort food though I would suggest a nap after eating this plate. Super sad I missed the gravy memo, but I'll make sure I'll do that next time. Rainbow Drive-In could be your welcome or farewell meal. Or make it both.

    Shoyu chicken plate with double Mac salad which
    Chelcea F.

    Rainbow Drive-In is one of those classic Oahu spots you have to try at least once. It's very casual and all outdoors, with a few tables if you want to sit and eat there. They also have a cute little merch tent where you can buy t-shirts, hats, and other souvenirs, which adds to the fun local vibe. I ordered the shoyu chicken plate and the portions were HUGE, easily big enough to share. Everything on the plate was seriously delicious. The chicken was super flavorful, the rice was perfect, and the mac salad was so good. I was able to get double mac salad, which was definitely the move. Portion sizes here are massive, and the price feels very fair for how much food you get. It's a great value, especially for Hawaii. Parking can be a little tricky. They do have a lot, but it's pretty small and getting in and out can take some patience. Overall this is a great spot if you're looking for a classic Hawaiian plate lunch with big portions and really good flavors. I'd definitely come back.

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    Beth Ann P.

    This place is so nostalgic and I just love the vibes!! I think it's a must stop if you're visiting the area. We stopped for breakfast and ordered the meat and eggs plate and the corned beef hash plate. Food was good, lots of bacon. Service was super quick and very friendly.

    MIX PLATE (chicken katsu, bbq beef, mahi mahi)
    Amy L.

    rainbow drive-in still has that nostalgic, retro diner feel to it that still pushes out great food for reasonable prices! service was nice and efficient and they had plenty of tables to eat at. their plates were so filling and comforting, and you absolutely have to get their loco moco when visiting!

    Time for breakfast
    Ed S.

    We were recommended, highly recommended to go to the rainbow drive-in while we were in Honolulu. It was a quick 15 minute walk from our hotel. It was a fun journey as we saw a lot of native birds. My wife ordered the French toast and I ordered the spam and eggs. Wow, we shared both dishes and enjoyed every bite. We felt like we had a little sweet and savory with both plates. Great service and the prices were fair. We got there right when they opened so we beat the morning rush. It was our first Hawaiian meal and it did not disappoint. It was incredible and I wish I could go back. Be sure to check out my photos that include a rainbow that happened across from the restaurant the sunrise.

    Garlic chicken plate
    Mohammad H.

    Garlic chicken plate was great but it did have fatty pieces to it. Mac salad was a little salty but definitely still delicious and white rice was great. Def a spot I have to come to when I am on the island!

    MIX PLATE
    Carla G.

    Came here after the beach,line was not too bad. Food came pretty quick. Been coming here everytime we visit Hawaii. One of our cheaper meals in Islands. We enjoyed our meal on site. We ordered mix plate, chili and rice,loco moco and tater tots with chili (this was our favorite) its must for us! Everything else was ok,Loco moco patty was not my favorite.

    Chris R.

    Glad I was also able to check out rainbow drive in while I was in Hawaii I ordered a loco moco and the family ordered other dishes like chicken katsu and the mixed plate and we also ordered orange passion fruit guava Service here took about 10-20 depends on what time you're going of the day

    Teri Beef Plate
    Kimi K.

    Teri Beef was good! Rice....not cooked enough. Mac salad had some vinegar? Overall, it was nostalgic and I didn't have to cook.

    Randy B.

    Came to this location originally about 5 years ago. I was back in Hawaii recently for vacation in December 2025, not sure what has happened since my first visit, but not as good as I remembered, which I am sad to say. I know this is a tourist spot, but it is also more of the local flavor you get when on the islands, at least that was my first experience. This time the food seemed just OK and not as good as my first visit. I would not say it was bad, but just very basic. The service also was not that friendly, I remember them being very friendly and welcoming. This time when I asked questions or whatever, they seemed bothered, at least our server. The other employee inside seemed much nicer when I asked for the restroom key. The vibe here is still the same, island style grindz in a casual outdoor atmosphere. Lots of tables around to sit and enjoy the Hawaiian weather. You can get souvenirs here as well as food. There were a couple things people got that did look very good, but mine was just OK. They have changed their Mac salad recipe and it seems they are using maybe Kewpie mayo, which I am not a fan, but I am sure people love it. I ended up getting the BBQ beef plate, comes with a couple nice portions of beef, flavor on the meat was so so, I have had much better Hawaiian food in Los Angeles. Came also with rice and Mac Salad, already gave my opinion of the Mac salad. All in all, Rainbow Drive-in is an institution here and I am sure there are some great things in the menu still and I will try them again next time I am there, but this visit missed the mark for me. Enjoy!

    Pork cutlet done right
    debi k.

    Rainbow is the place for a quick filling bite to eat- Parking isn't normally a problem and service is quick or do a phone order for quick pickup. Their daily specials are well priced and you walk away hungry! Our family favorites: Today it was beef stew - lots of veggies and tender meat - cooked for a while so good flavor! Pork cutlets w/ gravy - we loved that it's fried crispy and gravy all over! We also love the loco moco bowl - perfect if you can't do a mega plate lunch - Mahi Mahi sandwiches or a yummy royal burger! All in all it's quick - a reall filler for breakfast lunch or dinner

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    We're so glad you loved the loco moco!

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    Loco Moco is so delicious I have to stay away from it!!! I'd have it every day and would need a new wardrobe!!!lol Si I get one a trip!

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    Mahalo for stopping by! We apologize for the birds!

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    Mahalo for the great review! Looking forward to your next visit!

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    Lots of locals there , we personally just did not like it , not very clean , food look good was fast just not for us

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    We're glad you loved our "CHICKEN" KARAAGE BITES!

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    Mahalo for the great review! Gravy all over is the way to go!

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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… Read more

    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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    Livestock Tavern - Flambé bone marrow

    Livestock Tavern

    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    4.0 miDowntown
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    Didn't realize I never reviewed them. It's been a hot minute since I've been. They used to be…read moreopen lunch time, so was easy to go. Now only dinner. Baby and I had date night. Had a glass of wine and baby had watered down lemonade. Her drinks were put in plastic cups with covers and those horrible paper straws. Eyes always bigger than my stomach, we ordered: - Cornbread - when i grabbed it I thought would be super dense but really wasn't. I thought it was very corny and tasty. Lightly toasted. Honey drizzle which wasn't too sweet...or maybe I just ate the parts that didn't have. Baby ate almost 1.5 pieces and even liked the Jalapeno Butter that I just dabbed on her bread. She said wasn't spicy but think she just didn't have enough. - Bone Marrow - lit it on fire to burn off the alcohol. Pretty sure it ddin't get it all so I cut baby off once I realized it. Other than needing some salt, really good. Choke mushrooms on top. One half was scrawny, but hubs had the other half for leftovers and choke marrow. YUM. - Sunchoke and Brussels - YUM. Baby ate some but was not really thrilled about it. I loved it. - Scallop and Mushroom Risotto - YUM. Delish. Baby liked it too. So much leftovers of everything. Realized when we ate it for leftovers it was all pretty oily and needed a pinch of salt. But otherwise great. Staff really nice and helpful. Love that the place is spread out and open. Bathrooms are not assigned which I'm sure can get gross, but is great to not have to wait for just the women's. There is a big stall which was perf since baby is potty training and had to go #1 and #2! Only thing missing was a hook to hang my purse and her bag. Great dinner...but if anyone is listening...bring back the shrimp and grits!!!

    Made a reservation just a few hours in advance and had no issues at all. We arrived about 30…read moreminutes early and were surprised that they were able to seat us almost immediately. The interior was beautiful with perfect lighting, ideal for a date night. The food and drinks were both excellent, and the service really tied everything together. Overall, a great experience and we'll definitely be back!

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    Local Joe - Breakfast croissant & lox for us  Local Joe be there for us when we need a break from fluorescent light.

    Local Joe

    4.6(622 reviews)
    4.0 miDowntown
    $$

    Did my research to find Kona coffee for my upcoming visit to Vancouver, so I walked from home and…read moretook shelter in Local Joe's to cool off and order some 100% Kona Mauna Kea Estate coffee and have it ground. Liv was so delightful and clearly the right person for the job so I knew I was in the right place. In the meantime I ordered an iced coffee (which was delicious!!!!) and sat down and watched folks come and go. This is clearly a popular local coffee and snack shop so I will keep this place in mind since it's locally owned and operated and their decaf is processed via osmosis, not chemicals. That's a big plus.

    I was actually on my way to another coffee shop, but I saw Local Joe when I turned on Smith, so I…read moreturned on that side street, Marin, and there was a parking spot right there. Meant to be! I ordered the Royal Hawaiian. This was delicious! I also had a slice of banana bread. It was heated in the oven with a pat of butter on it. Sooooooo good! Said I'd come back for the pumpkin bread, and I did a few days later. Ordered the Royal Hawaiian again. Can't get enough of it and the pumpkin bread heated the same way. Lots of people getting coffee to go and food. It's in a great location! I was also looking for a new coffee supplier. I used to go to Downtown Coffee but the last batch I bought was not very good. I bought Guatemala, Columbia, and Hawaiian. Had them all ground fine. Each one proved to be a winner with the family! So happy to have found this not so hidden gem! It is now my go to for beans! The staff is great! The owner too! And it's a comfortable place to take a break at! Mahalo Joe!

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    Liliha Bakery - Poi Donut

    Liliha Bakery

    3.7(2.4k reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$

    First impression, I thought the location was kinda hidden and small. But when you enter inside,…read moreit's actually huge! They have the bakery, sit down restaursnt area, and an open kitchen. We came around 4PM and were surprised it was almost empty (but slowly it did get busier). Our food came with complimentary bread with guava sauce. It was really good! The bread is toasted, crispy, and buttery. Everyone in my party enjoyed it. We did not expect our food items to come in really large portions. I loved the chicken karaage! The batter was light and crispy with great flavors and had a yummy sauce drizzled on top. It also came with a scoop of rice, buttered corn, and Mac salad. Mac salad was delicious! Prime rib sandwich came with salad and au jus sauce and a side of salad. It's good but also very filling. I didn't try the burger or teriyaki chicken but was told both were delicious. After dinner, we ordered a few items from the bakery to eat on the plane. You have to take a number and wait for them to call it. I got 2 kouign Amannn, 2 Dubai coco puff, and half dozen green tea puff. The kouign amann is a circular croissant. I liked that it was soft and flaky and had a sweet, crispy glaze over it. The Dubai coco puff had a strong pistachio crunchy flavor but I thought it was way too sweet for me personally. The Star of the show are the green tea cream puffs! I would come back to just order that! The top filling tasted like a thick creamy brown butter green tea-flavored icing. The filling inside doesn't taste like brown butter and less thick but still really good. Overall, they had really good food and items from the bakery. Highly recommend the infamous green tea cream and chicken karaage dish! Customer service was quick and professional though I felt like our server wasn't that friendly lol. The restaurant was very clean and had plenty of seating.

    First time here and loved our breakfast. They started us with warm butter rolls served with red…read moreguava....the red guava was REALLY good on top of the rolls. I ordered the ultimate waffle which came with whip cream, blueberries, strawberries, butter and nuts. Also had a side of the fried potatoes...it was all very good. My friend had the loco moco with white rice and he said it was good, one his favorite. Service was perfect, waiter was very friendly and accommodating. There bakery has an amazing variety of sweets and we decided to get Cocoa Puffs to go...was told by a local that they are delicious and their signature item so had to try (when I'm not stuffed). I am no longer stuffed and tried the Cocoa Puffs....so good! Gotta go back and get the frozen Cocoa Puffs to take home! Lots of locals here so it must be good! Definitely recommend and will definitely return!

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    Liliha Bakery - Lilikoi Portuguese Malasada.

    Liliha Bakery

    4.3(4.1k reviews)
    4.3 miKalihi
    $$

    Everything prepared with Love here You can tell that the bakers and cooks enjoy and take pride in…read moretheir work, deliciousness tastes like it Service is genuinely kind; consistently smiling whether from behind the dining counter or wonderful pastries and chantilly cakes or poi donuts Ohh how they are experts at making poi donuts : Liliha Bakery has the most moist tender flavorful POI DONUTS try the poi donut - do-nut eat just one! I dare you to try eat just one! Must have 2? (I confess, I've eaten 3!! Such a warm Ohana feeling when you dine in and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere whether Larger location Pearlcity or their original mostly take out location favorite counter/kitchen service It's like good therapy coming here!

    There's something quietly electric about stepping into Liliha Bakery on Kuakini, It's not just a…read moremeal, it's a front-row seat to a Honolulu classic in motion. Their famous pancakes, fluffy, golden, and just the right kind of indulgent, paired with a hearty omelet that hits that comfort-food sweet spot. The coffee keeps things grounded, rich and reliable. And the service? Warm, attentive, and genuinely local. But the real magic lives in the back. Watching the bakers at work feels like peeking behind the curtain of a show, trays sliding, hands moving with purpose, decades of tradition humming along in real time. It's equal parts diner, bakery, and local legend. You come for the pancakes, but you stay for the rhythm of it all.

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    Sweet E's Cafe - Enchanting Blueberry & Cream Cheese French Toast with Add On Fruit

    Sweet E's Cafe

    4.7(3.3k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    If you're looking for a breakfast place that has wonderful food and good value for money, Sweet E's…read moreCafe is the place to go. Service: Awesome. We were actually asked about 3 times by 3 different servers if we wanted a different drink besides water, which was ok with us. We appreciated them being very attentive to each table's needs. Food: 10/10. I ordered the Veggie Eggs Benedict and it tasted really good. I liked how the ingredients taste fresh and how the benny complemented very well with the potatoes. I also sampled my brother's fried rice and it was amazing. The Extreme Mess was flavorful too, a little bit on the saltier side for me but my boyfriend enjoyed it. Ambiance: We were seated outside but it was covered and well-ventilated. The place is well-maintained and clean, and has a "local brunch place" vibe which I liked. Parking: We lucked out and got parking at the available space by their lot, around 11am on a Saturday. There's also street parking available.

    Excellent Experience at Sweet E's Café…read more We had such a great experience at Sweet E's Café. Even though they were busy, we didn't wait long at all. The servers were incredibly attentive from the moment we sat down--they brought us water right away, handed us menus, got our drinks first, and gave us plenty of time to look through the menu without feeling rushed. They were welcoming, friendly, and on top of everything. Our food came out fairly quickly and everything was fresh and delicious. The herb roasted potatoes were amazing, perfectly seasoned and cooked. The pancake was so fresh and fluffy. My omelette with Kahlúa pork was very good, full of flavor. My son's side of white rice and crispy bacon was cooked perfectly, and the corned beef hash was also delicious. We really appreciated the unlimited coffee and water refills, too. The overall experience was excellent--great service, great food, and a welcoming atmosphere. I would highly recommend this place and we'll definitely be back.

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    Sweet E's Cafe - Inside seating

    Inside seating

    Sweet E's Cafe - Corn Beef Hash Eggs Benedict with potatoes

    Corn Beef Hash Eggs Benedict with potatoes

    Sweet E's Cafe - Hawaiian scramble with added spinach and hashbrowns and side of garlic fried rice... YUMMY!!

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    Hawaiian scramble with added spinach and hashbrowns and side of garlic fried rice... YUMMY!!

    Nami Kaze - Dining area

    Nami Kaze

    4.5(801 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

    Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

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    Nami Kaze - Nami bento

    Nami bento

    Nami Kaze
    Nami Kaze

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