I had the tsunami fries and they were amazing!! For a spot at the airport, the view is beautiful over the courtyard garden, the AC feels great and the service was great! read more

The Local - Tsunami fries - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This restaurant is inside the airport. Its a quick lunch fix if ya wanna sit and chill before going thru check point. Entering inside the restaurant we were seated quickly and recommended to use the qr code to complete our orders. The restaurant ambiance was calm at the time we were there. There is a bar by the entrance. The waitress was friendly, checking on us as we were deciding what to order. She brought water and ensure we made our orders correctly. There was alot of options to choose from the menu. We ordered the locomoco which came with the beef patty, rice, macaroni and brown gravy and sunny side egg. I didnt try this dish so i cannot say if its flavorful or not. However, both my inlaws finished eating it so i assumed it was good enough. We also ordered the local burger with Swiss and cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onion with a side of fries. The beef patty was kinda dry and just ok, nothing special. We also got the Hawaiian flatbread your pizza with ham, pineapples, bacon, tomato sauce, mozzarella. It was a decent size foe one person. I didnt think it looked appetizing but it wasn't as bad. There was some flavor and crunch to the crust. My ordered the ahi rice bowl and a vodka island spirit drink. I really enjoyed my ahi as it was flavorful with balance of sauce and veggies. The drink was ok, didnt taste the alcohol. read more

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I had a good restaurant experience here before my flight. They have a decent menu with some local favorites. I was there for breakfast and had a banana pancake with coconut syrup and Portuguese sausage. Excellent service and a good place to stay and enjoy a decent meal before flying. read more

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The food was so good! My wife and I had a while to wait until boarding so we figured we would enjoy a few appetizers while we wait. We ordered Hawaiian flatbread and it wasn't terrible. Not my most fav I've ever eaten. On the other hand the tsunami fries were really good! It was almost like eating a sushi roll haha. The service was ok. It really felt non existent. All in all we just wanted somewhere chill for a snack so it sufficed. read more

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Now here's a shocker. Jamie W and I had good food at an airport. Now here's the predictable part. We kinda paid through the nose. We were leaving Honolulu and found ourselves with extra time on our hands. Avoiding the inevitable fast food options, we came into this surprisingly expansive place. We ended up ordering the same plate, the $26.99 Kalua Pork & Cabbage. With a scoop of rice, it was actually good even though they skimped on the macaroni salad (photo: https://yelp.to/vwVg23AjpI). The exorbitant price tag was what we expected at the airport. So was the indifferent service. Time to go to the gate. FOOD - 4 stars...somebody was doing their job in the kitchen AMBIANCE - 3.5 stars...retro-vintage vibe but spacious SERVICE - 3 stars...passing through TOTAL - 4 stars...finding something tasty was a score but expect major kaching RELATED - Exploring Hawaii? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3Kz5ksc read more

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I always stop at the Local@HNL when I am leaving Honolulu. This visit, I had the loco moco. It was fantastic and it was what I needed for my AM flight. This is a meal you can eat for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The ground meat patty was well seasoned but the gravy and rice with the fried egg on top, was the star of the meal. The bartenders were great. Service was pretty quick as it was AM. Not a large crowd but a good one. I will definitely visit here again read more

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I had a long flight ahead of me, as is always the case when leaving Hawaii, and I wanted something substantial for a meal. After wandering around the airport for a bit I stumbled upon this place. The airport in Honolulu is rather unique and that the common areas are not air conditioned, but the restaurants and shops have air conditioning. Unusual to say the least. This place had comfortable air conditioning and good air circulation. The menu is reasonably diverse and includes most of the things one would expect on a bar menu. I noted multiple beers available, although I did not opt to try any of them as I did not see prices on the menu and did not want to get sticker shock later . I went with their hamburger, and was very pleased at how well prepared it was. Two kinds of cheese, well-made bacon, and a high quality bun with an appropriate amount of mayonnaise. It was delicious and I was glad I got it. The french fries unfortunately were a little limp and over salted. I suppose I could've sent them back but they weren't super important to me. The staff was attentive and friendly throughout my visit. They seem to understand that people are on a schedule when they come to dine in here. Overall I would certainly come back. read more

I did not have a very nice time, not at all. The food was cold and had no flavor at all!! The service was basically nothing, she came to our table maybe 3 times and when we asked for 3 waters we got 2 and they were barely half full. The table across from us got yelled at by her because their menu wasn't working, she had no patience and honestly I don't know how she has a job there. The ambiance was also horrible- no music-nothing. WOULD NOT recommend and would not go back. read more

The Local pov: ur hot and kinda sweaty because this aiport doesn't really have AC. you want to sit down for food because you have over an hour for your flight so you stumble into this place. the workers are stressed because it's packed and it feels kinda like a zoo. bags and people everywhere. the servers are trying their best but are being tested by one too many crazy people. it's a little slow but your food and drink aren't terrible. the chicken ceasar salad and flatbread were enjoyable. you people watch the whole time because it's fascinating. thank god there is alcohol... read more

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Good place to eat and kill time before your flight. Burger was good.and there was plenty of fries. It wasn't busy, because of Christmas, and our waitress, Candace was great! I'd rather spend more eating here than getting burger king... read more

The Local - Ipa - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

For an airport restaurant - I give a thumbs up. The Mahi Mahi tacos were really good, and not to heavy. Good sauce and salsa on them. The Chicken pineapple quesadilla was fantastic. I got a bite or two, my wife gobbled it up. The lillikoi cheesecake was bomb! So good. Our server Jeannie was friendly, andvsuoer hard working. Well come back next time we have a layover here. read more

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Airport hunger... Once we get through the crowds of checkin and the torturous settings at the TSA check points and security you're free to wander your hearts desire of the airport and there not much choice to be honest and decided to give The Local a look...Rustic Market to be precise. Located right outside of TSA 3 which is basically in the middle of the airport I noticed an unmanned area and it is exactly what it is a place that's all grab and go of snacks and drinks, just scan pay and go which is super cool and interesting though I didn't really see prices anywhere and didn't want to browse as I basically had no intention to buy and pay airport prices. Cool yet strange concept I assume for folks who don't want to deal with the long lines in the shops and restaurants. Thank you! read more

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If you find yourself at the airport at lunch time, this is probably your best option, since the food court is pretty sad. We were seated very quickly and service was ok, you order via app with a QR code at the table. The food took a while to arrive, luckily we had time, but if you're short on time maybe make sure it's not too busy. We got a burger, fish and chips and the loco moco, everything was very good. read more

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Honestly didn't expect such a GOOD meal at the airport. Banana pancakes are my go to in the islands and they didn't disappoint. Had a Bloody Mary as well, a lil pricey but hit the spot. Our server was hard pressed but took care of us and checked back in a timely manner. They understaff, it appears, but it's an airport restaurant.... Beautiful garden adjacent so the view was outstanding vs other airports I've been to. Bar seating just as good as table. read more

The Local - Banana Pancakes with coconut syrup yum. - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I finally decided to check out The Local. It is a restaurant inside the Daniel K Inouye International Airport, just past TSA security. I wanted to chill before my flight out to DEN from HNL, so dinner at the airport with 2 beers should suffice. It ended up with good service but a hefty price tag. I usually try to find food options outside the airport, but this time around, I just found some solace here at The Local. The place wasn't crowded at all on a Wednesday evening around 6pm. After getting thru TSA security with my TSA Pre Check, I looked for a meal when I stumbled upon The Local. I was like, sure why not. I wanted a beer anyways, but as it turns out, this place can be very pricy when you don't expect it. For the most part though, it was a nice place to hang out and have dinner and a couple of beers. The restaurant was fairly clean and the ambiance was fairly quiet and smooth. I found a booth in the middle of the room and was serviced promptly. I started off with a beer and then ordered dinner, which basically was a burger and fries. I was shocked that the burger cost $20, but I guess it was the airport after all. I had another beer and called it after that. I was shocked at how expensive a decent burger can be. My check came out to around $50 ish and I guess its okay. I was certainly surprised, but again, it was the airport and prices are generally above than outside of the airport. My experience here at The Local took about 1 1/2 hours here. After lounging around after drinking my 2nd beer, I headed out of The Local and towards my departure gate, which was A3. The overall experience at The Local was good and nice. I enjoyed the ambiance way more than the food or drink itself. The service was good and friendly enough. Could have been improved but it was good enough. The burger was pretty good and the fries were fresh out of the fryer. I enjoyed the crispy aspect of that. I sat in a booth, which was comfortable. I had a Guiness as my 1st beer and a Stella for my section one. Both were refreshing and definitely hit the right notes on many levels, since I was officially on vacation and wanted to kick it off with dinner and beers before my flight out of Honolulu that night. While this place can be expensive, it's a good place to check out if you are trapped in the airport and wanting to find a bite to eat before your departure out of Honolulu. I'm just thankful that I didn't splurge further with dessert that evening. $50 is plenty already. And so, if you are the type who like trendy vibes and like a glass of booze before you fly or after you arrive, consider coming to The Local for food and drinks at the Honolulu international airport. The Local is located inside the Daniel K Inouye International Airport (HNL), after you pass the TSA security check point. They accept major credit cards as well as cash. Bring your appetite, since they do have a pretty good menu. It was limited, but a good menu. Mostly what you'd find elsewhere in restaurants and bars, but the quality is a little bit above average. However, not by much. The problem was that it can be expensive. For budget travelers, it is expensive, but what can you do. Once in a while is okay. Might be my last time, unless I come here for just drinks and not food during my travels. Still, The Local is decidedly okay and an option for those who enjoy the restaurant / bar type of flavor. The Local is patronized by the traveling public and those who work or do business with the airport itself. The airport has paid parking in nearby parking garages. If you are like me, bus 19 and 20 takes you directly into the departure terminal, whereas other routes like 40 and 43 travel along Nimitz Hwy and you'd have a walk to get to the terminal. No matter how you get here and craving local brews, consider coming here before your flight to enjoy what The Local has to offer. 4.0 stars for the overall experience. 4.0 stars for the food and service, but 3.0 stars for the pricing. Support local! B read more

I can understand why this spot has some mixed reviews and I think it's partly because of the service... I think post pandemic, Hawaii is still trying to get workers/staff back into work and it's very prominent that's the case at this place. It seemed like all the staff were serving far more tables than workers. My family and I sat in the front table and our server seemed like she's already over the day and it was the peak of lunch time. We all ordered loco moco and believe it or not, it was still delicious even for an airport spot. The burger patty was grilled and I think that's what makes it good! I also got the lilikoi cheesecake and it was decent. Please bring your aloha when going inside this spot. The staff are working their behinds off and empathy goes along way. read more

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We wanted a sit down and rest experience vs. a food court and this worked. Not much ambiance, seat yourself and order/pay with QR code link. Thereafter a real human appears. The service was great and the food was surprisingly good. A variety of burgers and chicken Caesar salads. We left full and recharged for our trip home. read more

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The service was pretty good. Intil she loterally stole from us. The food was quick and good. But based on the dishonesty of this restaurant, and the bartender, please beware and I'd never go back We ordered a nacho, a hamburger and 2 short bloody marys. Our bill was 99.00 When looking at the breakdown, they charged us 50.00 for 2, short bloody marys. On the ticket breakdown, she upgraded us to Tito vodka (without asking) , we had no idea, and tjen she charged us for doubles. And we watched her make our drinks they werent doubles and we didn't order doubles! (sidenote: I'm a current bartender and have bartender for 19 years) to do this us unethical and actually illegal in my home state, it's literally stealing. When we asked her about our receipt and the charges shw added, she said "thats how we do it" So in short, the bartender and the restaurant absolutely stole from us. I'll attach my receipt. Don't give them your business, this is a terrible thing to do to tourists and leaves us with a nasty taste in our mouths at the end of our Hawaii trip read more

The Local - Receipt - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Not too shabby for airport food:) pricey but you're in an airport. It's clean and air conditioned. As far as ordering goes, everything on the table is ordered on your phone. Not a bad deal to do it especially if you gotta bust out quick you can just pay the bill and go. read more

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What a beautiful set up! Upon entering the if the table is clean you can take it. We sat and were greeted by a nice waitress she took our drink order didn't take long for to beer but the water took a few times asking. The potstickers were pork and fried- they didn't have much flavor. They were fried with a dip. The dip was tasty. The potstickers were a bit greasy. read more

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Stopped in for a quick beer before my flight. Ann was great! Always nice to have a pleasant and friendly bartender when traveling. Thanks Ann!! read more

This is my go-to spot when flying out of Honolulu. Great service, especially at the bar. Staff is nice and friendly. They have a great local beers on tap and a wide selection of booze. They have a small selection of mixed drinks on their menu. The food is good but a bit pricey (too be expected at an airport). I got a tall beer, I think 20oz), for $14 before tip. I'll definitely be back at the bar next time I'm in town. read more

The overall experience was good. Beer, Kalua BBQ Pork sandwich, and fries got to my table in a timely manner. Usually, when I come to the airport, my mind is more focused on the flight. If this was outside of the airport, this would be 3-3.5 stars. The speed bumps it to 4 stars. I'd say the interior has a subtle sports bar vibe mixed with a lot of dark brown wood. There is a bar near the entrance where you can dine from or simply drink a stiff one. read more

The Local - BBQ Kalua Pork Sandwich, Fries, and Stella Artois - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We ate here after arriving in Honolulu we were starving from a 5 hr flight. We shared a loco moco which was okay I like their patty coz it's thick and the sauce is tasty and flavorful. We didn't get the chance to order the other menu because we were in a hurry to get our luggages at the carousel (my husband's precious golf clubs) is the priority. They have a QR code where you can order and pay your bill which is cool but when you need anything else like extra stuff you still need to ask the servers. read more

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Okay this might shock you, but I just had the best meal ever at an airport. Korean Chicken Wraps were so GOOD! Tony the bartender was a hoot and been around. Service was fun as a result. read more

Location is great as it offers a look into the garden and the servers were attentive. Food was beyond bland. $85 for nachos, fish tacos and kids cheese pizza ($18!). Save your money, go to the food court and take your foot outside to the garden. read more

Had a 3 hour transit at HNL international terminal. This is the perfect place for me. Nice, clean and spacious. Friendly staff. I needed to charge my phone, the bar tender CHI offered me a corner seat at the bar... I had privacy at the corner bar stool. Service was quick. I had a veggie omelet. Pretty good. Nice fresh ingredients. $16. Not bad for airport price with good ambience. read more

The Local - Veggie omelet - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Really average food and fairly slow service. Yhe burger was tasty but below average fries...

Walked in and immediately got a seat. The server was very nice. The draft beer selection was limited. The local burger had a very fish like taste. I wasn't sure if it was a topping or maybe something had been cooked in the fish oil. Not the flavor I was wanting in my beef burger. read more

When it comes to airport food I expect high prices and sub par food. But here was an exception! Yes, prices were high, but my hamburger was huge and it came with a generous pile of fries. I recommend ordering the burger without cheese and not adding ketchup/mustard. Let that garlic mayo shine! It made the burger. The patty was also cooked to a nice medium and was dripping it was so juicy. I could t put it down once I started eating it due to the puddle of juicy deliciousness on the plate. I feel like I lucked out with airport food for the first time in a long time. read more

Airport meal. They move quite fast to take orders and bring out the food. Got a simple burger and left. Small menu and expensive.

One of the best airport restaurants I've been to. The service is mediocre, the food is forgettable, but it's possible to be comfortable with your carry on luggage and although overpriced, not as exorbitant as other airport restaurants. I've never gotten food poisoning here. Here's what I learned to do. Get a souvenir insulated spam musubi lunch bag on your last day in Oahu. On your way to the airport, stop at a 7-11 and get some spam musubi, put it in the lunch bag. Also put in a clean, empty, insulated cup. Instead of wasting your money at this place, fill up your empty cup at a water fountain after getting through TSA, then eat your last Honolulu meal sitting in one of the airport gardens (kind of below The Local). Aloha, and Mahalo. read more

Before I was served food, we were provided with drinks as usual. I ordered a sprite, and when I was drinking it I felt something crunch in my mouth. I pulled it out, and it was a small shard of GLASS! The ambiance was pretty quiet other than the occasional crying baby. Service was good, waiter was nice, and the food was great. But the glass is definitely taking out 2 stars I shouldn't have to avoid swallowing glass in my drink. Overall 3 stars. read more

The Local - 2 blueberry pancakes with syrup and butter both on the side. - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Needed to grab a bite before a long trip and stopped to eat here. It was easy to order on your phone from the QR code on the table. You can choose your item of choice and then by clicking on the icon the different options open up so you can customize your order. Pricing was the norm for airport meals. Meal and drinks were good. Drinks are double portions which makes up for the price. Waitress was friendly, courteous and will attend to additional items needed such as silverware, condiments, etc. read more

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This may be the first time I rate an airport restaurant, let alone give it a 4 star. Specifically I am rating their local moco for breakfast. Since it's at the airport I wasn't completely shocked at the $20 price tag but the portion justifies the price. Also the overall dish was very tasty and very well presented. Check it out. read more

The Local - Loco Local Moco - Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This was a decent restaurant. Not great but ok. The Kalua Pork plate was huge and pretty good but not the best on the island. The kid's chicken nugget meals were good and reasonably priced. Everything else on the menu was very expensive. read more

We had some time and we wanted to sit down in a relaxing atmosphere so we came here to rest our butts. It's the airport so of course prices are a bit high. We came in for a mimosa and a margarita and it came to about $40. You scan a QR code on the table and put your order in online. Our server was very friendly. read more

Stopped in prior to our flight, and I regret it. Server was nice but questioned our IDs simply because they were from different states (they are valid IDs, and I had to offer my military ID as an alternative) Ordered chicken tenders, chicken sandwich, and two drinks and somehow the bill was $100. Food was not worth the price, chicken was dry and fries were soggy and not seasoned. Ambience was eerily quiet. Fish tanks initially look pretty but the fish aren't swimming and look dead. I would not recommend this restaurant and honestly would have preferred some snacks from one of the airport stores. read more

Stopped in here for dinner with the fam before taking a redeye back home. Everyone enjoyed their dinner and with three picky eaters, you know this place is good! read more

Terrible service and rude employees. Asked a waitress if a table that was not occupied with two empty cups on it was available. She just responded sorry I'm really busy and didn't even care to look at me. Went to bar and bartended immediately rudely stated bar is under maintenance; and said I should talk to a waitress. Left due to poor service and bartender said at least 30 min wait if I were to order food. read more