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“Their dinner service includes a very solid, traditional kalua pig plate.”
Best Loco Moco
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The Loco Moco is the ultimate Hawaiian comfort dish—a mountain of food designed for maximum satisfaction. It traditionally consists of a bed of white rice topped with a juicy hamburger patty, a fried egg (usually sunny-side up), and smothered in a thick, rich brown gravy. The defining characteristic is the **'Gravy and Patty'**—the gravy should be house-made, savory, and silky, while the patty should be hand-formed and ideally have a bit of char-broil flavor. The egg yolk must be runny to create a secondary sauce when broken. The trap is using canned gravy or a pre-frozen "cafeteria" style patty, which lacks the depth of flavor required for a true island loco moco. Expect to pay $12–20.
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The Loco Moco is the ultimate Hawaiian comfort dish—a mountain of food designed for maximum satisfaction. It traditionally consists of a bed of white rice topped with a juicy hamburger patty, a fried egg (usually sunny-side up), and smothered in a thick, rich brown gravy. The defining characteristic is the **'Gravy and Patty'**—the gravy should be house-made, savory, and silky, while the patty should be hand-formed and ideally have a bit of char-broil flavor. The egg yolk must be runny to create a secondary sauce when broken. The trap is using canned gravy or a pre-frozen "cafeteria" style patty, which lacks the depth of flavor required for a true island loco moco. Expect to pay $12–20.
Ranked Loco Moco stops in Honolulu
Rainbow Drive-In
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Koko Head Cafe
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Moke's Bread & Breakfast
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Side Street Inn
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Verdict: Their "Kalua Pig and Cabbage" is a massive, sharing-sized comfort classic. — various locations
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Ethel’s Grill
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Highway Inn
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Heavenly Island Lifestyle
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Big City Diner
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Verdict: A reliable local chain known for their "The Really Big Loco Moco" and consistent quality. — various locations
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YogurStory
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Verdict: Famous for their "Fat Pig Loco Moco"—topped with hand-pounded pork belly and applewood smoked bacon. — various locations (e.g., Ala Moana)
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Waikiki Starlight Luau
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Verdict: Offers a very high-quality, buffet-style loco moco as part of their traditional island feast. — Waikiki
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Nico's Pier 38
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Verdict: Located right next to the fish auction; the freshness here is literally unbeatable. — Kalihi
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Basalt
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Verdict: A modern, upscale setting that serves a refined loco moco with high-quality local ingredients. — Waikiki
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Deck.
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Verdict: Known for its incredible Diamond Head views and a very solid, modern take on the classic brunch staple. — Waikiki
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Maruhachi Ramen
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Zippy's
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Verdict: A reliable, 24/7 source for a consistent and comforting kalua pig and cabbage meal. — various locations
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Times Supermarkets
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Verdict: Another great grocery store option for surprisingly good, daily-made kalua pig. — various locations
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