Best road-trip restaurants in Hawaii

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Casual Haleiwa Harbor spot slow-cooking kalua pork twelve hours, stuffed into its signature breakfast burritos and Bomber rolls since 2003.

$$ · Hana Highway

A beachside-style Hana plate stop that gives the Road to Hana a satisfying, unfussy finish.

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Kapahulu Hawaiian eatery carrying the old Ono Hawaiian Foods torch, serving laulau, kalua pig and poi in a humble local dining room.

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James Beard-recognized Kalihi institution serving traditional Hawaiian plates since 1946 in a low-key, cash-only dining room beloved by locals.

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Family-run Hawaiian restaurant since 1947, now in Kakaako, serving kalua pig, laulau, poi and butterfish stew in a bright modern room.

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Top Chef alum Sheldon Simeon's casual Kahului lunch shop plating elevated local rice bowls like mochiko chicken and pork belly.

$$ · Haleakalā Highway

An upcountry Maui bistro for Haleakala summit days when sunrise timing turns breakfast or an early dinner into part of the plan.

$$$ · Haleakalā Highway

An upcountry Maui meal on the way to or from the Haleakala summit road.

$$ · Chain of Craters Road

A Volcano Village cafe for breakfast, burgers, and a simple dinner before or after Chain of Craters Road.

$$$ · Chain of Craters Road

The in-park dining room for pairing Kilauea views with the Chain of Craters Road day.