Rainbow Drive-In

Hawaiian restaurant · Diamond Head

Rainbow Drive-In

Hawaiian restaurant · Diamond Head

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3308 Kanaina Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

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Old-school Hawaiian drive-in in Kapahulu, serving hearty, affordable plates like loco moco, BBQ, and shoyu chicken with all the classic sides.  

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@afar

"A Presidential Plate Lunch If you're hungry for a deliciously carb-heavy Hawaiian plate lunch, why not go to Rainbow Drive-in and enjoy a meal fit for a president? It's true: President Obama ate there as a kid and tries to make it back during his visits. Starting at 7 am, you can order up a big plate of mahi-mahi, eggs, and rice (or the omnipresent Spam). Lunch specials include loco moco, BBQ ahi, fried chicken, and chili dogs, with plenty of gravy poured over everything. Best of all, nothing on the menu is over $9, making this a rare bargain on a very expensive island. Stop at their shop next door for seasonings and souvenirs on your way out."

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@goop

"The first thing you should know about the Kapahulu drive-in is that it’s an Oahu institution. And the second is that it’s a complete hole-in-the-wall. One that’s been going strong since the early ’60s. But what this mom-and-pop shop lacks in good looks and ritzy ambiance, it makes up for with its local-style lunch plates, piled high with island favorites, like shoya chicken with generous scoops of rice and mounds of mac salad. In fact, everything about it—from the walk-up window to the shared picnic tables, even the iconic rainbow-lit sign—reminds you this is a place with character. Local tip: Order the gravy-smothered loco moco (don’t knock it till you try it) after a day in the waves."

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"Known for local food like teriyaki plate, chili rice, long rice, and loco moco." - Jonathan Gold

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Marilyn

Google
Generous portions and great prices. Place gets super busy so parking is tight and outdoor seating can fill up fast. Food is delicious but can be hard to enjoy while shooing away the bold and aggressive birds.

Alex

Google
The venerable local plate lunch spot that’s been here for decades. Got the mixed plate for old time sake and food was up within a few minutes. Sad to say it wasn’t as excellent as I remember. I don’t know if it’s just me, but the taste was just OK. some of the other places on the mainland is better (not L&L there though). Meat a little on the dry side and excess mayo in the Mac salad. Would still recommend, to check that off your list, and in the case, I may have come on a bad day. I probably won’t be back this trip because there are a bunch of other places I need to try.

Frank Biermann

Google
What is it about eating food out of a box, that is just so satisfying? Perhaps it’s because if there’s no mess, there’s no stress! Go ahead a throw etiquette out the window. When you’re eating out of a box, you can really go ham. Food was hearty and freaking yummy. I should really stop writing reviews before lunch time…

Kay

Google
I came here because I read that this was one of Obama's favorite spots to eat while in Hawaii, so I was excited to give it a try. I ordered the Loco Moco plate lunch, and it definitely had that classic, authentic local flavor. If you're looking for something simple, fast, and satisfying, this place could be a good option. That said, the cleanliness of the seating area left a lot to be desired.

Chandler Barnes

Google
Rainbow Drive-In is a must-visit if you’re in the Honolulu area! I had the BBQ beef plate with fries and slaw – the portions were generous with plenty of flavorful, tender beef and a mountain of fries. While I was a little bummed they wouldn’t let me substitute the mac salad or slaw, I understand the policy, and the food itself more than made up for it. My wife ordered the Loco Moco plate with eggs over easy, and she absolutely loved it – perfectly cooked eggs and a rich, savory gravy. The atmosphere is simple and no-frills, with a few homeless individuals nearby, but they didn’t bother anyone. It’s all about the food here, and the quality speaks for itself. If you’re craving classic Hawaiian comfort food with hearty portions, Rainbow Drive-In is the spot. Highly recommend!

arose58

Google
I came here since I like to check out local hotspots. It was a little hard to find, but when I got there, it had a nice retro feel. I was just checking it out when a man at a table said you better order. There's going to be a lineup, so I ordered breakfast. I read some of the negative reviews, but my experience was positive. I enjoyed checking out local food and loved the breakfast. If you want exactly what you get at home, then go to a chain, but if you want what the locals like give this a try.

Dario Garcia

Google
Awesome place to stop for a quick meal, breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The menu has many traditional Hawaiian dishes, the portions are generous, and the staff is friendly and helpful with recommendations. Seating and parking is available onsite. Recommend if you’re looking for a casual meal at a more than reasonable price not too far from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki.

Tina P.

Google
Came here a few times and literally everything I had was delicious. Chili, loco moco, mahi mahi and even my niece enjoyed her cheese burger. There can be large crowds, but we never have to wait a long time. A must try when in Oahu, you won’t be disappointed.
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Carlos J.

Yelp
We stopped by here on 5/15 after hiking Diamond Head. The burger and Mahi sandwich were good. The fries were crispy and good. The service was very efficient. Nothing to write home about, but good. We dropped by again on 5/18 after our morning walk up the Makapu'u Lighthouse Trail to try the loco moco. It's a fairly odd mixture of ingredients, but it worked very well. White rice, topped with two ground beef patties and brown gravy with two fried eggs on top and macaroni salad on the side. We really enjoyed it. The macaroni salad was one of the best we've ever had.
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Alex K.

Yelp
Great place to grab some quick Hawaiian food! A classic spot to chill and eat. Overall I'd recommend to try at least once.
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Gary E.

Yelp
Fun place Very quick service Food was great Outside seating very comfortable and under cover Cheap food for Hawaii
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Jonathan C.

Yelp
Overall had a decent experience here - staff are very friendly. I got there just before the lunch rush around 1:30pm. They have three windows - one for online and phone orders and two for in person orders. I had the chicken lunch plate, which was not bad, though I'd have preferred the chicken to be slightly crunchier. There are at least ten tables around the restaurant but sadly all were full at the time I was there so I ended up taking my lunch to enjoy at Waikiki beach (around a 15 min walk).
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Deborah P.

Yelp
Update 6-15-25. Wanted to have a slush float after our shrimp lunch so I told hubby let's go rainbow drive in. Wasn't that busy I guess it's father's day and maybe everybody is at the park making BBQ. Lol. Was refreshing at plentiful also saw a menu for dessert so I got lemon bars. Will see how it taste tonight. The lemon bar wasn't tart. But the crust could have been baked a little longer. It was buttery.
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Angela B.

Yelp
From out of town and walked by this place and decided to come back and try their loco moco and Mac salad. The patties are pretty dry and tough and the Mac salad was contained a lot of mayonnaise that didn't taste quite right to me. The best thing was the coke out of their soda fountain. It was sweet and carbonated nicely.
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Gabriel P.

Yelp
Driving home from lunch in Kaneohe my wife suggested we go to Rainbow Drive Inn for dessert. She wanted a slush float. It sounded good to me. So off we went. Got lucky and found parking in their parking lot. She got out to get her slush float. well when she returned she also bought a couple of slices of Lemon Squares. Service was fast and friendly. Well I had my slice of the lemon Squares after dinner. The crust seemed a little under cooked. The lemon filling was tasty and a had just a bit of tartness. The slush float was refreshing. Both items are worth buying. Enjoy
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Yesha G.

Yelp
Loco Moco is solid. Good amount of gravy, nicely cooked meat, soft rice! Disappointed with the MacNUT pancakes, something was lacking, delicious nonetheless if you like sweet. Went on different days and it can get packed but they do try to get your order to you quick. Good amount of tables to enjoy your food but come at a busy time better luck eating in your car. If you're dining in expect a few pigeon friends to join your meal :)
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Kim S.

Yelp
Sad the cook served burnt bbq pork. It was obviously intentional because every piece was placed burnt side facing down. Still like the slush float. @rainbowdrivein
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Lauren M.

Yelp
We went during breakfast and it was kinda crowded. We had ARABIKI WITH 2 EGGS PLATE, BREAKFAST SPECIAL- CORNED BEEF HASH WITH GRAVY AND EGG*, and the BREAKFAST SPECIAL*. The arabaki was delicious but very greasy and I liked how they were small sausages lol. The eggs were nicely cooked, not as greasy as before which was good. I like how you can choose between getting toast or rice with your meal. The corned beef hash with gravy and eggs was really good!! Might get that one next time.
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Jo-Anne S.

Yelp
Rainbows is not what it used to be. The next generation took over. Like everywhere else, prices went up, shortages of workers. Food quality not the same. We had the corned beef hash with one egg and gravy ~ this is yummy and the beef cutlet with gravy ~ another one of my favorite. Sometimes the rice is dry, sometimes the Mac salad is not but drained well so it's watery. The service at the window is slow, yet confusing. It's open but no one is manning the window. ‍ yes, best to do online order. The area was a little dirty today.
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Dennis R.

Yelp
Not only was this one of my favorite meals on my recent Oahu trip, but I will start out by saying that I daydream about this meal often, LOL! We didn't get a chance to visit until my last night of vacay, so I ordered two items in order to make the most of it! On to the food! Long story short, this meal was epic! This was the best Loco Moco I've ever had, and the BBQ mix plate was off the chart! The beef patty and gravy were super tasty, and the mac was great as well. And often overlooked, their steamed rice was perfect as well. As far as the bbq mix plate, man, it was outstanding as well! Super tasty breaded Mahi Mahi, and both the chicken and beef were bursting with flavor. Plate lunches back home on the mainland are gonna be depressing from here on out, lol! I have to go here at least twice when I visit Oahu again! As far as ambiance goes, this place has been here since back in the day, and you can definitely sense and old school vibe in the air!
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Jennifer B.

Yelp
In Oahu, one of the best ways to enjoy local comfort food is by stopping at Rainbow Drive-in that offers a great mix of BBQ plates, breakfast sandwiches, and loco mocos. This spot is beloved for their laid-back atmosphere, where you can grab a satisfying meal in the comfort of your car or enjoy the breeze from their outside tables. The BBQ plates are so delicious with macaroni salad, and white rice. The loco moco is an iconic dish of Hawaii, that is must-try for anyone visiting. The classic loco moco--beef patties smothered in rich brown gravy, topped with a perfectly fried egg, and served over a bed of white rice. It's the kind of hearty meal that sticks with you, combining comfort and local flavor in every mouthful. The ladies taking your order are helping and are great at providing recommendations. Definitely a must try when visiting the area, you won't be disappointed!
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Rich S.

Yelp
Always great to visit this from my hanabata days Food is cheap! Can tell you're out of Waikiki enough. Wife says quantity over quality. The chili tots were not very good. I did like the mix plate - mahi, chicken, Teri beef - I thought all was good Kids had chili fries and said was good. Food came out pretty quick, and the outside seating was enough for our party. If this wasn't a place that was part of my childhood, I am not sure that I would come back
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Stephanie A.

Yelp
Great food with generous portion. I got the mix plate (BBQ beef, mahi mahi and chicken cutlet) with gravy on the side. The plate was easily shareable for two. The service was fast and easy efficient, counter order.
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Josh M.

Yelp
Always get the mix plate with gravy when I come here. For plate lunch, this place has always done it right and has been pretty consistent throughout the years. Parking and outdoor seating area is pretty spacious. Prices went up but not by too much compared to other places around. I would definitely recommend stopping by this iconic restaurant if you're in the area.
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Melissa S.

Yelp
Shoyu chicken stole the show! Chicken so Tender it fell Right off The bone! Literally. Flavor was good too! Not overpowering. Loved the Mac too! Loco moco was lacking flavor to me. Meat was a little dry even with gravy over it.
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Becky C.

Yelp
Came here for the moco loco late night. It was good, and so was the service. It definitly is a drive in spot... lots of options (nothing healthy). I would.come here again to get the moco loco for sure. Mac salad was dont waste your time with the brownie though
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Wing I.

Yelp
After hiking Diamond head summit trail, we went there for a super late lunch. Staff were friendly and helpful. Parking is a little tight. The decor is a little old style but looks just fit the food style. We ordered bbq pork plate and I have the special: fried saimin with bbq beef plate. It came with noodles, Mac salad, a scoop of rice , chat siu, bbq beef. Bbq pork plate came with French fries, Mac salad, slaw and the pork. They are both very tasty and value for the money. Very filling for sure.
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Matthew W.

Yelp
Dale just bought me lunch and a slush float !! she (a local) and I (visiting from chicago) chatted in two lines as we waited to order. She ordered first and surprised me with a mix plate w gravy and a slush float !!! Best lunch - happy belly !! If you see this, Dale, Mahalo !!!
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Lauren D.

Yelp
For the price, WOW this place makes awesome plate lunch. The Shoyu chicken plate is BOMB. The best part is how much food they serve. They really load up the plate. I felt like I was getting a lot for my money. We sat outside on picnic tables. It's a super casual local plate lunch place, so don't expect a fancy sit down area. Food is legit local style plate lunch, affordable and tastes Ono! Service is quick... this is my go to lunch spot when I'm in kapahulu!
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Celeste O.

Yelp
Home style Hawaiian local food. Always hits. Fair prices. Miss it already. Quick and reliable always.
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Tennye T.

Yelp
As soon as I posted, my awful food quality experience on my recent visit to rainbow drive-in, someone from the business customer service department commented not even a day later to email them so they can make it right. I sent an email on 6/24 giving them my name and contact information to further discuss how they would like to, "make it right". It is July 2 and I still haven't heard from them. You can say you want to make it right, but without actions, it's just fluff. Again, when the Ifuku's owned and ran this business, the quality of the food and customer service were impeccable. Again, shame on you! Stop by for the nostalgia and continue on for better food elsewhere.
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Kevin L.

Yelp
Cool little old school restaurant where you can just park your car and walk up to the window and order. I ordered a loco moco with an over easy egg, as well as an order or chili fries. The loco moco was very good and filling. Can be shared amongst two no problem. Only thing I didn't like about it which may be a personal preference was that the mac salad was warm. Something about mayo being warm doesn't sit right with me. But I ate and enjoyed everything else. Fast and great service. Would return again!
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Jayson D.

Yelp
Classic Hawaii eating. Walk up and order. Grab a seat. Enjoy a tasty outdoor meal. Popular for plate lunches anytime, but I like going here for breakfast. Walk a few blocks away from the Waikiki craziness and get their French toast. It's made with some seriously ono sweetbread and grilled to perfection. Add sides like fried eggs or bacon. Easy to see why they're busy. It's a must-stop every time I hit Waikiki.
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Grace C.

Yelp
It was a little tricky getting to it because of some construction on the road (I think that won't be an issue much longer) but totally worth making the effort. The portions are generous; a great value for the money and for a happy belly. Had the Loco Moco (good for a baseline) and the Mix Plate with gravy and sat at the lit outdoor tables to eat. There was a tasty, finely-shredded cole slaw (?) under the meats in the Mix Plate. Could have had that as a larger side, it was a hidden gem. Food came out decently quick given how busy they were. There's a cute shop with branded and some general Hawaii-themed items (bought a shopping bag) but forgot to snap any pics because I was distracted by food.
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Kristyn P.

Yelp
Old school vibe serving classic Hawaiian plate lunches. Prices are reasonable for the area and portions are filling. We ordered a Loco Moco Plate with rice and macaroni salad, and a Corned Beef Hash and Eggs plate with fries and coleslaw. Each plate comes with rice or fries plus macaroni salad or coleslaw. We were sharing our 2 plates so we figured to mix it up so we can try all the sides. The star of the meal was definitely the coleslaw! It wasn't your regular mayo styled coleslaw, but more of an oriental dressing coleslaw. It was light, had a nice flavor punch and refreshing. Rest of the meal was good, nothing spectacular but nostalgic. Small parking lot and outdoor tables for you to enjoy your meal there. It can get quite busy, so they also have the option to order online if you want to go that route. Workers are quick and will call your name when your order is ready. If you're hungry and in the area, worth a stop to check it out and see how you like it. They do have the classic local plate lunches and breakfast plates or burgers.
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Marina S.

Yelp
Came to Rainbow Drive-In after hearing about how good it is and I'd like to say that i 100% agree! So far I've only gotten the Loco Moco Bowl so far but it's just soooo good! My partner and I have been coming here for the last couple weeks for breakfast on Sundays and we can't get enough! It's like comfort food to us, makes you feel at home honestly. The rice with the gravy, sausage patty and egg is just Chefs Kiss! The Loco Moco bowl was also very affordable as well ! I'd love to try more on the menu and can't wait to come back!
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Frederick C.

Yelp
My wife and I came back here on a friends' trip. Food was slightly worse, service was the same, not as bad as previous, but the young man taking our order literally said nothing. Who do they employ here and what kind of experience do you need? Tourist trap, most definitely. Try to stay away.
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Sirena L.

Yelp
Had to stop at one of the staples of Oahu. Food was yummy and price was not bad. Slush float hit the spot on the hot day. Service was fast.
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Abby W.

Yelp
I wasn't hungry as we had just had dinner but I wanted to stop by Rainbow on our walk home to get a little bite because I'd heard this place was amazing. While I did enjoy the mac salad a lot, the shoyu chicken wasn't that great. It was much fattier than I would have liked and I didn't expect it to be on the bone still. It may be because I'm just not a big fan of chicken thighs and prefer chicken breasts in general. I think there's some other dishes that I'd enjoy more though and I'd be down to return and give it a second chance someday.
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Michael S.

Yelp
Tourist trap. Only went just to say I did. I knew what I was getting myself into They smothered all their food in the gravy to where you're eating gravy with food. The gravy itself is nothing special The pros are that the food came out in less than 10min and probably the cheapest lunch plates on the island Bunch of seating outside if you planned to eat there and the whole vibe of the place was the best thing about it
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Debra I.

Yelp
We like stopping here when we are in Hawaii. Love their fries, Burgers and moco loco, service is quick and prices are reasonable! Outside seating area. Walk up window to order.
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Allen N.

Yelp
It's always amazing to find a place that stands the test of time! Coming back now, I'm thrilled to say Rainbows is still as fantastic as ever. The team here clearly puts a lot of care into keeping things consistent, staying true to what makes this location special. Mix plate GAO... This is the place to go!
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Tu-Anh N.

Yelp
WHEN: Sat @12pm Needed a quick lunch so we thought it was easiest to come here for take-out. But since it's lunchtime, there was a wait. I was able to just order through the Toast app, and this is what I got: LOCO MOCO - $11.50 Two hamburger patties served on two scoops of rice, topped with our special gravy and two eggs cooked the way you like, accompanied with a scoop of macaroni salad. Pretty decent, I do not expect less for Loco Moco in Hawaii. There was outdoor seating, and a decent size parking lot. Unfortunately we came at a busy hour, so I was able to park just on the street.
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Michelle W.

Yelp
This place was quick and easy and only has outdoor seatings. Food was phenomenal! I got the loco moco and the gravy was so good and not too salty. The only thing I wish was they had put more gravy on it. Their Mac salad was my favorite as it was very creamy and flavorful. This is good for a quick bite or even takeout to eat at a beach!
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Adam S.

Yelp
Absolutely love Rainbow Drive-In. This is always one of the first places we stop when we're in Honolulu. The mix plate is fantastic, filling, and feeds your soul. Our most recent trip was on a busy day with little seating, but food came out quickly and delicious as ever. I'd suggest you order online to save yourself from having to stand in line with the masses.
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Michelle C.

Yelp
This place is cheap eats. The food is mediocre. In Hawaii everything is expensive so when you want to give your pocket a break, you can check out this place. They are a staple. I thought the loco moco was just ok. Again nothing spectacular. If I would recommend one thing that was actually good it would be the two egg plate with the Portuguese sausage.
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Nette T.

Yelp
I came back to Rainbow Drive Inn and it's still super popular. I had to wait but not too long to get up to the window and order. I had the Mixed BBQ Plate (chicken cutlet, teriyaki beef and mahi mahi) and it was okay, I remember it being better many years ago but maybe I went on an off day? The meat was not hot in temperature so that was a little bit disappointing for me. However, the guy who took our order was nice as can be so it was good to be back to a place that has happy memories for me.
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Maritza H.

Yelp
It's probably one of the few cheap places here so that's a plus . But not a fan on how any of it tastes . Fries bland . Dark 3 piece chicken meh . Tuna sandwich no love in it . Chili dog not for me . Maybe breakfast is better . Service is fast . There were tables to eat outside
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Michelle I.

Yelp
Recommend eating here if you have a gravy craving! Take out style with outdoor self seating after you order. All shaded seating. Ordered the Loco Moco and the Pork cutlet with gravy. I recommend both but really you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Parking available in front and on the side. Parking wasn't an issue when I went.
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Robert V.

Yelp
Previously went back in May and have been looking forward to coming back. Well on our flight back from Japan, we had a 5 hour layover, and knew we had to make the quick stop for some Rainbow Drive-In. We could've sworn there was a "Bucket" size option for Mac Salads and were trying to get that so we could take some back. But alas, we didn't see it, so we just ordered a large portion of it to take on the plane. In addition we got some tater tots covered in gravy and it was hitting after being on a 7 hour flight from Japan. The first time around I had gotten a loco moco with gravy and it was as beautiful as I remembered it. Service was pretty quick too and we were eating in no time since I believe we had just came from Diamond Head so we worked up a pretty good appetite.
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Jason M.

Yelp
When I can I always come to the OG Rainbow Drive-in, tried the others but something is different! I went with the mix plate & slush float, wife had the stir fry steak and veggies which is a special of the day! Service is fast and friendly! I like that now they have a bunch of picnic tables to eat at in the area!
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Ruthy V.

Yelp
Perfect for a quick breakfast. Affordable for a big plate . I would recommend sharing if you can't eat too much
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Dan T.

Yelp
My last visit to Rainbow Drive-in was 40 years ago. Nephew's last day from mainland wanted to try the place so I hesitantly obliged. He order the loco mo and I ordered the mix plate. Loco mo came out first because cook was busy eating in the kitchen and forgot to cook the fish. After 5minutes my mix plate arrived and look very unappetizing. Fish was barely cooked, beef was tough as leather and chicken was super greasy. I threw the whole plate in the trash after a few bites. It's cheap for a reason!
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Odelia F.

Yelp
This is a casual place to hangout and get some inexpensive filgrub, but honestly there is WAY better Hawaiian food elsewhere The loco moco left a lot to be desired. You would think that dousing everything in gravy would make things automatically good, but that isn't the case unfortunately. The gravy lacked richness and umami. At least the eggs were cooked well. The side of slaw was swimming in sauce The items on the mix plate were also bland and on the drier side, and I cannot recommend this one either
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Xin L.

Yelp
Don't shoot the messenger but imo rainbows is purely running on nostalgia / convenience for most folks that visit. Old style drive inn, order, and grab your food at the counter. Plenty of run down seating to grab and eat at. Nothing about the service stood out as it was mainly self service. The food to put it simply is just meh. Everything seemed to lack any flavor and was just very bland. I thought the gravy could make up for it but it just tasted very floury and again, lacked in flavor. The first step of improvement is definitely just more seasoning... After this experience, I spoke to some of my friends and they echoed the same sentiment. Their food is mediocre at best but it's easy and cheap food. I would honestly give the place 2/5 but with the history that this place holds I don't have the heart to do so.
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Jenn R.

Yelp
They've been around for a minute and for the price point offered, the food ain't too shabby. Dining is outdoors; picnic table style. Most of the area is shaded, so we can deal with that. But what we couldn't deal with were the birds who were all up on our grill trying to snatch our food. Ew. THE FOOD. - Mix Plate (BBQ Beef, Boneless Chicken, Mahi) | I'd probably just get the BBQ beef next time as the boneless chicken and Mahi were a bit dry. The sides were great; perfectly cooked sticky rice, creamy macaroni salad, and crispy french fries. THE DRINKS DRUNK. - Powerade Blue | Standard fountain drink. THE PARKING. There were enough open spaces that parking wasn't an issue. Parking was free. COMING BACK? I'd come back for more BBQ and to try other dishes. However, I'd probably take the food to go; I wasn't feelin' the whole bird aspect of our dining experience.
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Jasmine T.

Yelp
I come here every time I'm on the island. I was here for a few hrs on a layover back to the main land & they have my fav Mac salad. You can get it in a cup. This is a small & it's huge! Expect lines bc this place is that good. They have outdoor seating, but beware the birds. They will swoop your fries! They do have adequate parking as well. Will be back next time!