Kua Aina Sandwich Shop

Kua Aina Sandwich Shop is a North Shore institution, and their pineapple burger is a must-try that truly lives up to the hype. This burger is out of this world, packed with flavor, and a perfect example of how Kua Aina transforms a simple dish into something extraordinary. The patty is thick, juicy, and grilled to perfection, with just the right amount of smoky char that adds depth and brings out the natural flavor of the beef.

But what really sets this burger apart is the fresh, caramelized slice of pineapple. It’s lightly grilled, bringing out its sweetness and adding a subtle tang that balances the savory beef in an unexpected and delightful way. Each bite is a burst of flavors, You get the rich, hearty taste of the meat, the brightness of the pineapple, and the crisp freshness of the lettuce and tomato, all layered together in perfect harmony. The pineapple doesn’t overpower but instead enhances every other element, tying the entire burger together.

The combination of textures is just as satisfying as the flavors. The juicy beef, soft bun, and slight crunch of the veggies, with the tender pineapple in between, create a dynamic, mouthwatering experience. Every bite is loaded with taste, from the first to the last, and the flavors come together seamlessly without a single ingredient feeling out of place. Kua Aina’s pineapple burger isn’t just a meal – it’s a truly Hawaiian experience, packed with bold, unforgettable flavors that showcase why this spot has earned its iconic reputation.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries, Small Avocado Burger, Avocado Burger and Cheese Burger, Pickle, Sandwich, Bacon Cheeseburger, Grilled Ahi, Pineapple Burger & Roast Beef Ortega & Cheese, Fries, Salad, blt, Burger Ever, Ahi, Avocado, Ortega Burger, Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich, Bacon Avocado Burger

Best burgers around!!

Parking: Parked across street at free lot. There is also limited parking in back of restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries, Avocado Burger and Cheese Burger, Cole Slaw, Bacon Cheeseburger, Bacon Avocado Burger

Our go-to burger place after the beach. We love fries and its just something about these thin fries with some ketchup. I usually get the bacon burgz with all the toppings. So hard to fit in my mouth but so bomb lol

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Fries, Avocado

Second time we ate food was good

Vegetarian options: They have fish and salad

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich, Salad, Ahi

Nice char boiled hamburger ordered medium with ½ meat and Swiss cheese / pineapple. Parking in front or back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sandwich

- If you eat outside, chickens and birds eat too much.
- So delicious!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries, Avocado Burger and Cheese Burger, Lemonade, Pineapple Burger & Roast Beef Ortega & Cheese

Best burger we’ve had on island

Best burger in

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is a handmade burger restaurant that I visited while enjoying a tour of an area with indigenous people in Hawaii. The advantage of this place is that the staff is friendly, and it is a restaurant run by hard-working staff, with diligent chefs even serving the food during busy times.

The food is very fresh. The ingredients are so fresh that you immediately get the feeling that it has been served fresh, and I was particularly impressed by the avocado. Most avocados I ate in Korea had a slightly fishy taste, so I just thought avocados were a food ingredient with that taste.

The avocado served here had no flaws at all, and each ingredient felt like a complete dish, to the point where I felt like I could just eat the avocado on its own.

The cheese, patties, and fresh vegetables were excellent enough to need no further mention, and I was satisfied with the fact that it was easy to dine with tourists and families nearby, and that they also provided tables outside so you could choose. .

A world class store that I wanted to visit again next time. It was delicious and enjoyable. Thank you.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: 아보카도버거, 치킨버거

Food was fire and inexpensive!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries

Delicious burger and homemade fries! The grilled onions take it to another level and the service was quick and friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: French Fries

I went there because I heard it was a burger that Obama said was delicious. Although it was evening time, it was quiet. Although the fries were salty, they were so delicious that I kept reaching for them. We ate at a nearby beach while watching the sunset. The staff were friendly and delicious. The one with avocado is delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

10 STARS!! Perfect Burger and fries, employees and servers were great ? ?????

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

While I was traveling around Oahu Island in a rental car for one day, I visited this place because it was said to be one of the top three burger restaurants in Hawaii. It was nice to eat such a delicious burger.
At first, I thought I had come to the wrong place because the store was hidden to the right of the surf goods store. There is a parking lot on the left side of the building.
Even in front of the store, you can fit about 3 to 4 cars.
There are indoor and outdoor tables to choose from, but I ate inside where it was cool. Because it was a homemade burger, it was expensive, but it was really delicious.
I would like to visit again next time I have a chance.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was good, employees were helpful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bacon Cheeseburger, Fries