ποΈ Hidden Gems in Honolulu: A Food Loverβs Ultimate Guide π½οΈ
Beyond the tourist spots lie some of Honoluluβs most unforgettable eats β from century-old grilled chicken to fresh-off-the-boat sashimi and cozy izakayas. Here are the local treasures you donβt want to miss! π Island Brew Coffeehouse π Near Koko Head Crater π³ Eggs Benedict β comes with cheesy bread and a dreamy avocado sauce. π Bakery items like banana cake and cheesecake are surprisingly delicious. π₯£ Acai bowls are fresh and satisfying. πΈ Plus, the view is absolutely stunning β a perfect backdrop for photos! π Waikane Store π Near Kualoa Ranch π A legendary spot since 1898 β serving what might be the best grilled chicken on the island! π Run by a sweet Japanese grandma who also makes tasty spam musubi. π 4.9 stars on Google β and once you taste her secret sauce, youβll understand why. π K. Bay Bros Fish & Ice π Also near Kualoa Ranch π Incredibly fresh sashimi β caught daily! π¦ Even if you donβt usually like raw fish, the tuna, salmon, and octopus here might convert you. π£ My friends said: βWho needs Japan when Hawaii has this?β π£ Fresh Catch π Multiple locations A solid choice for fresh poke and sashimi β not quite K. Bay level, but still delicious and widely available. π₯© Aburiya Ibushi π Downtown Waikiki π A cozy Japanese grill β no waiting if you arrive at 5 PM! π₯ Grilled beef, tongue, chicken, and pork belly are all fantastic. π§ Start with the tofu appetizer β but skip the oxtail soup. π’ Honolulu Skewer House π Downtown Waikiki π‘ Craving Chinese-style BBQ? This is your spot! Must-tries: Tofu skin with cilantro π₯¬ Tofu skin with shrimp paste π€ Taiwanese sausage Beef tongue, brisket, and tendon Loaded grilled eggplant π π The owner even gave us free candied fruit β a sweet end to a perfect meal. π Curry House Coco Ichibanya π Chain locations across the island π Japanese curry + cheese = pure comfort food! π€ Tempura and fried oysters are great β go for the chicken katsu over the pork (itβs juicier). π From sunrise to sunset, these spots deliver real flavor and real memories. #HonoluluEats #HiddenGems #LocalFoodHawaii #EatLikeALocal
