There was something very right about this drive in!! I stopped by for a quick dinner with the fam…read moreand ended up enjoying this place a lot more than I thought I would. I didn't expect much from this small corner diner, but everything turned out real solid! The exterior is especially entrancing, with its bright, rainbow neon sign that glows out the darkness of the night! The hooded interior was clean and followed well with the rainbow theme, especially with its rainbow pastel, title wallpaper. I would also like to compliment the workers, who were very nice and approachable! We ordered the loco moco plate, mixed plate, and saimin. Both plates were very filling and came in huge portions! The plates are for sure a top choice if you want a nice, hearty dinner! I especially enjoyed my loco moco! The saimin was less filling and came in an instant noodle cup. Still yet, it wasn't half bad--and it actually seems like a fairly good piece if you are on a diet or budget; it wasn't as expensive as the other dishes and only came out as 220 calories! I also want to note that they have a variety of tasty dessert pastries and icee treats if you are looking for a treat after your dinner. Overall, I would say this is a great diner to try if you've got a big appetite and are looking for something to share with a friend or family! Great vibes and great Hawaiian plate meals!

My family, across multiple generations, has been going here for decades, close to back when they…read morefirst opened. We have homes in the neighborhood. And we just can't go here anymore unless changes are made! We used to prefer them over Zippy's, but now they are less than 7-Eleven quality, while charging higher-end prices for the neighborhood. We have given them many chances, hoping it was just a fluke, but we have repeatedly been disappointed. Their chicken has become chewy and fatty, their rice is mediocre, and condiments such as mayonnaise are stripped down to the bare minimum quantity. Chile is poured so lightly that it is practically a minuscule amount. And their prices have continued to rise. I don't know if greedy people took over the restaurant who just don't care anymore, or what is going on. I remember when I used to take people here, and they would be impressed with the quality and quantity--plates just heaping with good cuts of meat, noodles, and rice. Those days are no more. As they say in Japan, the price performance is poor. Furthermore, their staff is rude. I can only imagine it was an owner working this day because it was a face I haven't seen that often. An older gentleman who appeared to be of Okinawan descent, working the cashier register, accosted us because I was privately discussing with my family about splitting different items with them. We were all ordering something, so he wasn't losing any money, but he told us about how prices are double in Waikīkī. First of all, it is rude to interrupt your customers that way. Secondly, we don't go to Waikīkī or care about Waikīkī. What happened to serving the locals? Third, Waikīkī has an assortment of restaurants, prices, and qualities, and they shouldn't be how you base your services. Lastly, I guarantee I could find a better deal in Waikīkī if I wanted to. Next time you're in the area, just go get a $6 bento or a $5 burrito from 7-Eleven next door. I assure you, the price performance and experience will be better. If Rainbow Drive-In is in the business of comparing themselves to other things, let's compare them to 7-Eleven and at least try to be better than them, right? I can get mochiko chicken from 7-Eleven for $6.99 that is similar in portion size and better quality. Meanwhile, they are serving their fatty, dry chicken for $16.75. Highway robbery! And they are not fancy, with their dirty picnic tables and plastic cutlery. They are just a step above a food truck, if that. Save yourself from the hype. They have gone downhill like a landslide. Go elsewhere.

Musubi Cafe is such a fun, local gem, but be ready for a wait. We went early, midday timing, and…read morethe line was already about 15 people with roughly a 30 minute wait. It moves steadily though, and it is worth it. Inside is tiny, just one small table, so this is really an order and go kind of place rather than somewhere to sit and eat. They have every musubi combination you could think of, unagi, avocado, cucumber, egg, bacon, ume, tofu skin, shrimp, you name it. I got the tuna mayo onigiri and wished they had packed in a little more tuna filling, but it was still tasty. I also tried the cucumber spam musubi, which was really good too. We came as a group of seven and everyone ordered something different, and everyone loved every bite. My tip: get at least two musubis per person. A few people in our group got four each and had zero regrets. One thing to know ahead of time is parking. It is street parking only and pretty limited, so plan for that if you are driving. Overall such an easy, yummy stop and a great local experience in Waikiki.

We came here because it was highly rated and my sister saw it in a viral Instagram video. The first…read moretime, we ordered the tuna musubi, but it had so much rice and barely any tuna. We decided to come back the next day and order the "Double Tuna," thinking it would actually have double the tuna. Instead, it seemed like the same small amount of tuna with double the rice! We ordered around eight of them, so it was especially disappointing to find that they were mostly rice. The portions just don't feel balanced. If someone pays extra for "Double Tuna," they're expecting more tuna, NOT extra rice. Unfortunately, it felt like they were really skimping on the filling, and the quality didn't live up to the hype for us.

I had the spicy 3-piece Chickenjoy (bone-in) combo meal with the Jolly Spaghetti, mashed potatoes,…read moreand an all-you-can-drink Diet Coke. The chicken skin had a nice crunch to it and the meat was juicy (not super oily, but juicy.) The mashed potatoes and gravy weren't bad. They were not super fluffy but a little more on the dense side. (Nothing bad, just dense.) The gravy was somewhat runny with just the right amount of saltiness. The spaghetti was surprisingly good! It's been a few years since I've gone to a Jolly Bee and I had imagined the spaghetti to only be sweet and savory. It was actually pretty good! (Not in an Italian way though. It was a little spicy, which I loved! I wasn't expecting it to be spicy so it was a very pleasant surprise! It was a tad sweet...just the right amount! (There isn't a 3-piece combo on the menu, but the server was kind enough to accommodate my request for an extra piece of chicken.) It came with a container of gravy that made me wonder what it was for, immediately. Then I remembered all the commercials and YouTube videos where food reviewers either slathered their chicken with the gravy or they dunked it into the gravy. I was so hungry that I forgot for a few seconds that the gravy was for the chicken, thus I drank most of the gravy!! The dining area is constantly cleaned and draws a diverse crowd. Because it is at the beginning of downtown it does attract some homeless people as well. But, that's life in the big city, right? When I went to the restroom I found it amusing that a male Jollibee employee was changing his shirt. It seemed he was done for the day. Overall, it was a pleasant meal. There's not much to be said since this is comfort food, not gourmet food!

5 stars for the food and cleanliness. 2 stars for the…read morecustomer service. I'm very disappointed with my experience. I placed an online order early in the morning for a 5:30 PM pickup. I arrived around 5:40 PM, but getting into the parking lot took longer than expected because of the very long drive-thru line and limited parking. Once inside, I waited about 5 minutes at the counter before anyone acknowledged me. I was the only customer waiting inside. I even stood near the online pickup area for a while, hoping someone would ask if I needed help, but several employees walked by without acknowledging me. Two cashiers looked in my direction multiple times but continued their conversation instead of checking whether I was waiting for an order. I finally interrupted to let them know I was there for an online pickup and gave them my name. Unfortunately, there seemed to be confusion about my order. One employee pointed to another, who then pointed back to the first employee while continuing to prepare food. No one was able to tell me whether my order was ready. Thankfully, an employee wearing a different colored shirt (a manager I'm assuming) noticed I hadn't been helped. She immediately apologized, asked for my name, checked on my order, and informed the kitchen that more chicken needed to be prepared. Shortly after, another manager also stepped in, apologized, and helped get everything together. I finally left with my order at 6:09 PM, nearly 40 minutes after my scheduled pickup time. The food was fresh, delicious, and the restaurant itself was clean, which is why I'm giving 5 stars for the food and cleanliness. However, this isn't the first time I've had to wait an unusually long time just to be acknowledged for an online pickup. In the past, my food has at least been ready once someone finally helped me. This visit was different because not only was I ignored, but my order also wasn't ready. I understand that restaurants are fast-paced environments and that unexpected staffing shortages can happen if someone calls out sick. However, there appeared to be plenty of staff working during my visit. My concern wasn't the number of employees--it was the lack of communication, urgency, and teamwork. I believe additional customer service and workflow training could help employees become more productive and ensure that customers, especially those picking up online orders, are acknowledged promptly. A simple greeting such as, "We'll be right with you," or "Let me check on your order," would have made a significant difference. Good communication goes a long way and leaves customers feeling valued, even during busy times.

My daughter and I ordered the #5. There is a wait but it is well worth it. My cheeseburger was…read morenice and juicy, who ever was the chef on 09/06/2026 was on it! The fries were also thick, well seasoned, and not soggy like it's been sitting for a while. It was our first time ordering and the Ladies that work the counter were very helpful and patient. Definitely eating here again.

This Burger place will always have a special place in my heart. The Burgers are always spectacular…read moreand the French fries are not some cheep premade nonsense, they definitely seem homemade. The atmosphere in here is also super fun. A very old school chill vibe that reminds me somewhat of Ruby's Diner.

if ur craving crispy fried chicken, this is the place. they also have hot pot style nabe bowls but…read moreto me, the draw is the chicken. it's the epitome of "not fast food, good food". parking can be challenging at times but definitely worth the effort.

Always hits the spot if you want a hearty soup. They have a lot of the standard protein options…read more (like beef, pork, tofu, fish balls, etc), veggies, and various types of noodles. I usually get the traditional broth which is soo flavorful and robust. I tried the pork broth this time and it was still good (like tonkotsu ramen), but prefer the traditional. Workers are friendly and service is quick. Parking is tough since it's in kapahulu. You might get lucky with the street parking right in front of the restaurant, but if not just park by the golf course and walk.

I had the best experience ever in the food industry because of the worker behinds the register jove…read morekaye. he was very polite and cute. His compliments were very nice and charming. Also the service was very fast they took my order and not even a minute later it was in my hands. Very clean the whole atmosphere was very nice with interesting and unique taste of music

Never ate a this chain before, but it was so good I am glad I tried it. Got the chicken fingers…read more combo. The chicken was a delicious, moist white meet. They gave you a toasted butter roll which they provided a delicious dipping sauce. The fries were very good. The food was so fresh it was hard to hold the chicken because it was so hot.

Have not returned to this location since my last review 5 years ago. My son asked for Giovanni's so…read morewe decided to drive to town at the H Mart location. Today was a lot better, ordered the shrimp scampi and tasted just like driving down to Kahuku or North Shore. The shrimp were a lot smaller, but they give a little more than the normal 12 shrimps. Glad it was a lot better, now I can come back again!

Sunday lunch time. Take out. Found street parking. 2nd visit. Been there few years ago…read more Note: Pictures on commercials show large Shrimp. Ordered two Scampi. Includes rice, no vegetables. Both plates 12 Shrimp, but small to medium. Butter and garlic on rice. Plate soaking with butter and garlic. Thought Shrimp was supposed to be fresh? Seems like its frozen shrimp. $17.50 + tax. I prefer going to other places. Ask for foil, bag for take out. Parking on street. Metered. Or lot behind. One hour free. Drive in. Camera will take picture of license plate. No ticket to pull. No need validation. Leave within one hour. Free parking.

The Daley serves one of the best smash burgers in Honolulu, hands down…read more I think what makes their burgers special is their secret sauce that somewhat resembles a Big Mac sauce. It's tangy, gives a bit of tartness that balances the fat and the richness from the patty. Their fries are also good too, crispy and krinkle cut to the T. Daleys is great, and its a treat whenever I get it. Highly recommend, the only thing is parking might be a little rough but definitely worth the trip if you go.

This was my first visit to The Daley in years ... I love their burgers, and most time their fries,…read morebut my last order was left wanting. I'm pleased to report that this latest order contained a perfectly prepared burger and a bag of crispy fries (as ordered). The remaining nitpicks were: 1) having to wait an additional 10 minutes past the time the order was supposed to be ready, 2) paying $6 for a bag of fries. Increase the price of the burger by $1 and reduce the price of the fries. Yes, the total would be the same but the value would be where it belongs. In any case, $10 is money well spent for a great burger.

This was my second time here, and honestly, every time I come back, the food seems to taste even…read morebetter! I came in pretty late at night, but they were still able to serve me, which I really appreciated. The waiter who helped me was also so kind and welcoming. I tried the vegetarian chili spaghetti, mushroom omelette, and mac salad and oh my, everything was delicious! I haven't had vegetarian chili in such a long time, and theirs was so flavorful and satisfying. The mushroom omelette was nicely seasoned, buttery, and cooked perfectly. The mac salad was creamy and delicious as well. The seating area was also nice, clean, and comfortable. I'll definitely be coming back again!

You really can't come to Hawaiʻi without stopping at Zippy's. It's become one of those places I…read morelook forward to whenever I'm here. The chili with spaghetti? So simple, so comforting, and SO good. The musubi is always a must, and the loco moco is exactly the kind of hearty comfort food you want after a long day. I also love how genuinely local Zippy's feels. It's not trying to be fancy--it's just good, familiar food that people actually grew up eating. And finding out Jason Momoa eats at Zippy's too? Okay, clearly the man has taste. Definitely one of my Hawaiʻi staples.

A GREAT PLACE! Enjoyed a great meal at Betty's at a…read morereasonable price! This is now one of our go to places when visiting here. Service is great and pics don't lie. Burgers are delicious and fries have a light crunch. Onion rings cooked to perfection. Give it a try...you wont be disappointed.

It's great for a burger crave! Just not for the price it's at (more than $9)…read more I love a classic burger-- I just got a #2, basically a cheeseburger with bbq sauce. It's great, especially when my husband and I were just on a poke kick the entire trip and wanted MEAT. Butttttt at $9 it's definitely not something I'll go back to. I get it though, it's Waikīkī and the import of beef probably? But I just expected a little more jazz to it--gimme some more veggies, or fried onions, or a really special sauce so I can really justify that price tag. There are tables nearby so you can definitely eat there if needed! Seemed like a great fast casual dinner or lunch spot. No complaints about service. They were friendly and I got my burger pretty fast! Overall, not really a place I'd visit again, just in comparison with all the other food spots around.