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[bonnielu]

Going to Hawaii in May.  I often carry restaurant gift cards.  I have researched and find really great choices (I think) but I don't seem to find any that are national chains and therefore taking along the cards would be a waste of space.  Yes, I do see McDonalds. 

Anyone have experience in the area and if there are few chains is there a favorite restaurant you would suggest?

[Kachina624]

@bonnielu. You might page  @SurferWife and ask her.  She lives there.

[LUVNLIFE]

When I'm on vacation I like to go to the local or popular privately owned restaurants. Experience something different. You can eat at those chain restaurants when  you get back home. Have fun!

[Meowingkitty]

They have Panda Express, McDonald’s and the normal places. Be aware. Food is ridiculously priced in Hawaii.

[jannabelle1]

I haven't been to Maui/Oahu for a number of years, but I'm sure there are some of the major chain restaurants available. Hubby and I avoided them - we found the best food, especially seafood, at local restaurants - not chain stateside restaurants. Fresh fruits and breads were available at the ABC grocers for our breakfasts.

[OKPrincess]

Duke’s in Honolulu. The International Market is across the street. Awesome view of the ocean.

[henderson]

I ate at Duke's in Malibu, Ca and it was so good!

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@OKPrincess wrote:

Duke’s in Honolulu. The International Market is across the street. Awesome view of the ocean.

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[judy0330]

We ate at Roy's many years ago and loved it.  You can check out the reviews online.

[LizzieInSRQ]

When I travel I make it a rule not to go to national chains. I can do that at home. 

Go on yelp or Travel Advisor and look up the city where you are going and see who has a large amount of reviews and highest amount of stars in the price range and or cuisine you are looking for. 

[patbz]

@bonnielu:  You didn't mention which island or islands you are going to but, if it were me, I wouldn't go to any chain restaurant in Hawaii.  I Google " best inexpensive local restaurants" when I go to Maui (my favorite island) and each new place I find is a pleasant surprise.  Among my favorites are "Aloha Mixed Plate", "Star Noodle" and "Eskimo Candy".