50 Best Fast Food Restaurants in Honolulu

“First time here, exactly what you want from a beach food truck. Everything made to order, had the coconut shrimp. Crazy great portions, big meaty shrimp nicely fried with good sides. So many mediocre sit down restaurants in Waikiki, skip those and come here. See picture for ideal consumption location.“

“Fresh made to order Masubi“

“食べるスペースが無くなった“

“First time trying Zippy's and im glad I came to this location. The service and food was a 10/10 😁 There was construction happening but that didnt get in the way of enjoying my meal. I got the mini korean fried chicken plate and everything came out perfect. If you do plan on visiting a Zippy's come to this location!“

“Some people rate this restaurant like it's Roys. Me and my Mom love this place and love the customer service. 💜💙💜💙💜💙💜💙“

“The only one on island - I love the burgers & side starches. Wish we had a change of this burger joint around the island. So cute it's tuck away in a gas station. See it's worth the drive & you can get gas too... With other gas convenient store items too. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 That's a win win deal ...“

“Delicious!!! This was a life saver before my families evening flight. Just the right amount of food and it stayed nice and warm while on the plane. Great dinner and I will be back!“

“It’s all about the flavor 😋😋😋🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤🎯💯‼️“

“Chicken is very crispy ,light, not too oily and sauce is not strong special taste. So I think this store chicken is veey healthy soul food!“

“You guys gotta check this place out....service was top notch. When I first went in I ordered plate lunches and then the owner hands me a water cup with ice...so thoughtful!! Not many places do that anymore. The place gave a generous portion of food. Good for the money!! Great place to go to.“

“A burger from the heart . Blue cheese and the Teriyaki burger were awesome… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Im not sure where all these people went that are complaining about how bad it was but i hit the spot in downtown crossing boston for my very first trip to one and was an absolutely incredible meal. tenders were tender flavorful and juicy the texas toast was awesome the whole meal came out perfect. i was already on about a 3 mile boston adventure so i opted for the lemonade instead of my usual soda with meal and i will always get the lemondae. awesome job guys!“

“I bought junk mayonnaise and pasta as Mac salad with raw chicken and shoyu gravy ... all on top of the Mac salad. Unbelievable. The rice was pellets like the cook doesn't care. I guess when you from another country you cannot tell how bad the food is. They got cheap on us. $16 of trash.“

“Great food and a big variety“

“the food and customer service was amazing“

“Long line to order but they have their system down. Didn't take long to get my order. They give you a buzzer so you know when your order is ready. No need to wait around for nothing. Wait area is small & traffic is heavy in that area with other establishments.“

“It's cheap anyway!
I'm happy to be able to eat pizza,
It's convenient because you can come from the beach in your swimsuit and eat.
Anyone can pass from the beach, even if they are not military personnel.
You can use the store.“

“I would eat here everyday if it were practical. The best spot on the island. Quality is top notch, that of a five star diner. Portions are always large and everything made fresh. Family run business, always kind and always gracious. Love this place. You can’t go wrong.“

“Love Zippy’s every time I visit I always stop at Zippy’s before I head anywhere else and I always order Korean chicken with extra Mac my favorite.“

“Just Great Chicken and the sauce ain’t bad either. GEAUX GET CHA SOME“

“Took forever even with an online order before I arrived. However the order was 100% correct and everything was tasty and fresh. So I don't mind waiting as long as it's all good. The Kaneohe and Mililani locations always get our order wrong sometimes even the wrong meal totally. The person that helped did apologize and say it had been an extremely busy day and they had alot of online orders that piled up. I appreciated he addressed it and it happens. He was very polite so I still have 5 stars overall.“

“The Food says it all. You gotta get the B&B plate...YUMMY!👅“

“Friendly staff and yummy food.“

“I appreciated having a canes in Hawaii! My girls loved the familiarity and I loved the fact that I could get a gallon to tea to take with us. Food was good. Service was nice and fast! It’s in a food court but we never had trouble finding some where to sit. We did have to clean our table.“

“LOVED the burgers!! So delicious. Perfectly cooked, delicious toppings with a ton of choices! The onion rings were battered and cooked perfectly. The fries were delicious. Huge portions, you will definitely leave stuffed! Highly recommend this place. Great service and food was served within a very reasonable amount of time. Definitely served fresh off the grill!“

“Server was great working alone… wish they would hires more help, I saw couple of families in lined and left when service was slow. My wife and I visiting the island and this place was our hang out, busy then and still popular with the locals.“

“Plenty of ‘ono, ready-to-eat options like lumpia, pork hash and fried noodles with minimal wait time for plates. What the place lacks in size and seating options, it makes up for in nostalgia and aloha. It's reminiscent of Hawai‘i of old; think manapua man but with elevated fare. For the price, you can't beat the portion sizes, quality or service!“

“Flying in from San Francisco, one of my 1st stops us always Zippy’s Casual friendly atmosphere. Delicious food. Love Portuguese soup and clam chowder. The corn bread fried and buttery. For a delicious taste of Honolulu, run to Zippy’s. I do!“

“Need to sell maybe as a side, cranberry sauce--jellied or the berry version.“

“This was our first place we ate after landing in Oahu (from Southern Oregon). Great fast service. The place was filled with locals and food was amazing. I had the Pad Thai, my husband had the Fry Pork, and my son had the BBQ chicken, all were delicious!“

“Used the drive through. The service was quick, friendly and efficient even with a decent line of cars. The only downside to this Chick-fil-A is their minimal space causing the drive thru line to feed into the road. I wouldn't hold that against the staff here. Also, on the plus side if the line stays you can get back on the road fairly easy on the other side.“

“I'm from Philly. A hoagie shop should smell like a hoagie shop. Jersey Mike's is the real deal. Used to go to 1in Columbus Ohio. Looking forward to the 1 opening on S. King St. in Honolulu.“

“Overload Burger lives up to its name — a delicious, generously loaded burger that hits the spot. Juicy patty, great toppings, and just the right amount of messy. Perfect for when you're craving something hearty and satisfying. Definitely recommend!“

“Good $$ and the burger was good“

“This is one of my lunch spot when I worked in the university. Wednesdays they had kare kare and it was always so comforting. and bilobilo, when i need some warm sweets during rainy day it's just the best. also i do not like bitter melon but their pinakbet i would eat.
During lunch hour there's a long line in the restaurant so it may feel weird to dine in. but I always grab it to go.
this is one of the spot that I miss the most after i moved away.“

“Delicious food and amazing customer service. The food is mind blowing, check this out! We had the smash burgers and they rocked!!“

“The Steak Burritos are the best. I crave them. I just wished I worked nearby. If I worked near Fort Street Mall I would go here everyday. One day I'll stop by after work and get me some food.“

“Food is good and easy to find the location with parking but the drive-through is a disaster. If you entire the mall during busy hours. You probably won't even be able to get out of the parking lot even if you got the food because the long line blocked the exit.“

“Serena, I hope im spelling that correct. She is incredible. We go here ALOT… like embarrassingly too much. But EVERY single time I see her she always has a smile on her face and has the absolute best customer service I’ve ever seen. She needs a promotion, raise, or to leave Taco Bell and go somewhere that she can make tips!! The absolute sweetest employee I’ve ever met anywhere. Props to you boo!!!!!“

“The food was good and it was quick! Minimal wait time and good portions.“

“I dream of their garlic chicken. It’s my first and last stop when I visit. I just can’t figure out how they make it!“

“I used to buy a Lunch Special A all the time in the past, going back to the 70’s. Yes, I’m old. It became part of Vicky’s Filipino Fast Food in 2009, but it tasted the same so I continued to buy Special A every now and then. Rada’s closed for a while, but I was walking up Fort Street Mall and saw it open so I went to see if anything changed.

Option A is comprised of a chicken piroscki, fried squid and a nice green salad with a wonderful dressing. I dip pieces of piroscki into the salad dressing. The price is now $9.50 … It was $5.25 the last time I bought the plate. Oh well, this is the reality in 2026.

The food tastes the same, it’s still delicious and the aroma of the fried squid just spreads throughout my office. Highly recommended!“

“Great service, great hoagies, consistent. Have been trying to look for a place to go and purchase a sub/hoagie like back home in Pa. I've found the place!! I always go to the one at Kahala Mall.“

“I stopped by Teddy’s Bigger Burgers recently because I was craving something easy but substantial. The atmosphere definitely has that typical fast food restaurant feel where you just grab a seat and wait for your number, but the food itself is on a completely different level than a standard chain. It is a great spot for when you are in a rush but still want a meal that actually tastes like it was prepared with some effort.

The quality of the burgers is much better than what you would find at a traditional fast food joint. You can tell the meat is fresher and the portions are generous, staying true to the name. I usually just get a regular burger because the basic quality is so good, but they actually have a ton of different options for toppings and combos if you are looking for more variety. It is nice to have the choice to dress it up with specialty ingredients or just keep it simple.

The patty is always cooked well and seasoned properly, and the bun doesn't get soggy, which is usually my biggest complaint with quick-service burgers. It is a very straightforward experience without any unnecessary bells and whistles. You get your food quickly, it tastes great, and it fills you up. The fries are also worth mentioning because they have a good crunch to them and aren't just limp or overly salty. For anyone looking for a high-quality burger in a casual, quick environment, this place hits the mark perfectly. Its a reliable pick for a quick lunch or a low-key dinner when I don't feel like dealing with a full-service restaurant.“

“amazing beef bowl, make sure to add the mayo and mix it all in. so ono grindz.“

“My kids and I really love the french fries...😋😋😋 freshly cooked and available anytime👍👍👍👍“

“I finally made it to Musubi Café Iyasume in Ala Moana—and wow, when I say they have options… I mean OPTIONS. This might be the biggest selection of musubi I’ve personally ever seen. Like, if you’re used to grabbing something quick from 7-Eleven (no shade), this is a whole different experience.

For my first visit, I kept it classic and went with the teriyaki spam musubi—and yeah, it did not disappoint. The spam was cooked perfectly with that sweet, glossy teriyaki glaze that just hits right. The rice was slightly on the mild side at first, but they give you a soy sauce packet, and once you add that? Game changer. It brought everything together.

Honestly, if you’re coming here, you HAVE to try the teriyaki at least once—but don’t stop there. They’ve got a crazy variety, including a bunch of mini musubi if you want to mix and match.

Definitely a spot worth checking out if you’re in Ala Moana. Come hungry.“

“I love finding these small joints that are turning out delicious and generous food at reasonable prices. I wanted to get the braised beef noodle, but they were out so I (reluctantly) ordered char sui noodle. I'm not a big fan of char sui because it normally is too sweet and fatty, but this place really turned me on my head! The meat was tender, and caramelized/ roasted to have the perfect amount of char taste (the picture is a half portion - it was so yummy I just scarfed it down quickly!). The marinade wasn't sweet, and they gave a nice portion separate from the noodles. The soup was piping hot and satisfying, full of noodles and veggies. My kid really liked their pork hash, which was big, plump, and generously filled. We also had the rice cake (it tastes like potu), tea cookies (big hit with my sweet-tooth hubby), and almond cookies. I'll be going back to get that braised beef noodle & eat dim sum one of these days! The inside isn't much too look at, but give it a shot - you & your belly will not regret it.“

“The best food and value for your money. Coming from NY we headed straight here for their box lunches. They did not disappoint, be sure to drop by and be prepared to eat well.“

“My son and I, on occasion my grandson, started to go to your Zippy’s few weeks ago We visit quite often due to great location and wonderful service: Fast & friendly I really appreciate the hard work the servers put in We will continue visiting your Kahala Zippy’s“