From Aiea, Haleiwa, Hanalei and beyond, Hawaii has sent a steady stream of restaurants to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives over the years. We gathered the spots Guy Fieri has featured across the state, kept the ones still open and still beloved, and ranked the top 20 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your Hawaii road-trip eating list.

1. Umekes Fishmarket Bar & Grill (Kailua-Kona)

Seafood, Italian, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.4★ (6,276 Google reviews)

Umekes Fishmarket Bar & Grill earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 6,276 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 13 — “Italian, Hawaiian and Colombian” (June 29, 2018)
Address: 74-5599 Pawai Pl, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Phone: +1 808-238-0571
Website: www.umekesrestaurants.com
See the full Umekes Fishmarket Bar & Grill listing →

2. Island Lava Java (Kailua-Kona)

Breakfast, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.4★ (3,529 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Island Lava Java still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 3,529 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 16 — “Fusion of Flavors” (August 3, 2018)
Address: 75-5801 Ali‘i Dr Building 1, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
Phone: +1 808-300-5672
Website: islandlavajava.com/y_source1_MTQ4NDEyNzktNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU3D
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3. Three’s Bar and Grill (Kihei)

BBQ, Chicken · $$ · 4.4★ (3,228 Google reviews)

The low-and-slow barbecue at Three’s Bar and Grill clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 3,228 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 3 — “Barbecue, Batter and Beer Can Chicken” (July 21, 2017)
Address: 1945 S Kihei Rd Suite G, Kihei, HI 96753
Phone: +1 808-879-3133
Website: threesbarandgrill.com
See the full Three’s Bar and Grill listing →

4. Tahini Nui (Kauaʻi)

BBQ, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.4★ (2,534 Google reviews)

Tahini Nui is one of the area’s go-to spots for low-and-slow barbecue, with a strong 4.4 stars from 2,534 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 2 — “A World of Barbecue” (May 24, 2019)
Address: 5122 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI 96714
Phone: +1 808-826-6277
Website: www.thenui.com
See the full Tahini Nui listing →

5. Cafe Pesto (Hilo)

Seafood, Pizza, Asian · $$ · 4.5★ (2,525 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, Cafe Pesto keeps a 4.5-star rating across 2,525 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 9 — “Mouthwatering Meat” (August 13, 2021)
Address: 308 Kamehameha Ave #101, Hilo, HI 96720
Phone: +1 808-969-6640
Website: www.cafepesto.com
See the full Cafe Pesto listing →

6. Da Kitchen (Kahului)

Seafood, Italian, Burger, Breakfast, Asian, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.5★ (2,167 Google reviews)

Da Kitchen earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 2,167 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 25, Episode 1 — “Soakin' Up Maui” (July 1, 2016)
Address: 1215 S Kihei Rd suite e, Kihei, HI 96753
Phone: +1 808-446-3486
Website: dakitchenkihei.com
See the full Da Kitchen listing →

7. Big Wave Shrimp Truck (Haleiwa)

Seafood, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.6★ (2,140 Google reviews)

Known for fresh seafood, Big Wave Shrimp Truck still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 2,140 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 15, Episode 7 — “Flavortown Medley” (October 1, 2012)
• Season 27, Episode 4 — “Fun in the Sun” (July 28, 2017)
Address: 66-521 Kamehameha Hwy, Haleiwa, HI 96712
Phone: +1 808-744-0555
Website: www.bigwaveshrimp.com
See the full Big Wave Shrimp Truck listing →

8. Kenji Burger (Kauaʻi)

Burger, Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,859 Google reviews)

The burgers at Kenji Burger clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,859 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 10 — “From Australian to Asian” (August 16, 2019)
Address: 4-788 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaʻa, HI 96746
Phone: +1 808-320-3558
Website: www.kenjiburger.com
See the full Kenji Burger listing →

9. Miso Phat Sushi (Kihei)

Seafood, Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,504 Google reviews)

Miso Phat Sushi is one of the area’s go-to spots for fresh seafood, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,504 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 25, Episode 5 — “Global Greats” (August 12, 2016)
Address: 1279 S Kihei Rd #108, Kihei, HI 96753
Phone: +1 808-891-6476
Website: misophat.com
See the full Miso Phat Sushi listing →

10. Hilo Bay Cafe (Hilo)

Other · $$ · 4.5★ (1,488 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for a one-of-a-kind menu, Hilo Bay Cafe keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,488 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 10 — “Cookin' from Scratch” (September 3, 2021)
Address: 123 Lihiwai St, Hilo, HI 96720
Phone: +1 808-935-4939
Website: www.hilobaycafe.com
See the full Hilo Bay Cafe listing →

11. Fresh Catch (Honolulu)

Seafood · $$ · 4.6★ (1,345 Google reviews)

Fresh Catch earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 1,345 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 15, Episode 4 — “Surf 'N' Turf Jackpot” (August 27, 2012)
• Season 32, Episode 3 — “Takeout: Home Delivery” (May 1, 2020)
Address: 1113 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
Phone: +1 808-735-7653
Website: www.freshcatch808.com/qcontent/fresh-catch-kaimuki
See the full Fresh Catch listing →

12. Saimin Dojo (Kapa’a)

Seafood, Burger, Chicken, Asian, Hawaiian · $ · 4.4★ (1,246 Google reviews)

Known for fresh seafood, Saimin Dojo still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 1,246 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 9 — “Spinning the Globe” (August 2, 2019)
Address: 4-733 Kuhio Hwy Suite 103, Kapaʻa, HI 96746
Phone: +1 808-320-3248
Website: wailuadrivein.com/utm_sourcegoogle
See the full Saimin Dojo listing →

13. Rebel Kitchen (Kealakekua)

American · $$ · 4.6★ (1,205 Google reviews)

The American classics at Rebel Kitchen clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,205 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 15 — “On the Hook and In the Bun” (July 27, 2018)
Address: 79-7399 Hawaiʻi Belt Rd, Kealakekua, HI 96750
Phone: +1 808-322-0616
Website: www.rebelkitchen.com
See the full Rebel Kitchen listing →

14. Uahi Island Grill (Kailua)

Other · $$ · 4.4★ (1,179 Google reviews)

Uahi Island Grill is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.4 stars from 1,179 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 19, Episode 10 — “Island Flavor” (May 23, 2014)
Address: 33 Aulike St, Kailua, HI 96734
Phone: +1 808-266-4646
Website: www.uahiislandgrill.com
See the full Uahi Island Grill listing →

15. Highway Inn & Ho’okipa Catering (Waipahu)

Seafood, Breakfast, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,157 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, Highway Inn & Ho’okipa Catering keeps a 4.6-star rating across 1,157 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 11 — “Triple D Goes Hawaiian” (April 5, 2010)
Address: 94-830 Moloalo St #101, Waipahu, HI 96797
Phone: +1 808-677-4345
Website: www.myhighwayinn.com
See the full Highway Inn & Ho’okipa Catering listing →

16. The Alley Restaurant At Aiea Bowl (Aiea)

Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (1,088 Google reviews)

The Alley Restaurant At Aiea Bowl earned its spot on the show for dessert worth the trip that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,088 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 19, Episode 12 — “Righteous Bites” (June 6, 2014)
Address: 99-115 Aiea Heights Dr # 310, Aiea, HI 96701
Phone: +1 808-488-6854
Website: www.aieabowl.com
See the full The Alley Restaurant At Aiea Bowl listing →

17. Joey’s Kitchen (Lahaina)

Asian, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.5★ (1,062 Google reviews)

Known for bold Asian flavors, Joey’s Kitchen still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,062 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 7 — “Pig's Feet, Mojo and Chow-Chow” (July 16, 2021)
Address: Napili Plaza Shopping Center, 5095 Napilihau St A107, Lahaina, HI 96761
Phone: +1 808-214-5590
Website: www.joeyskitchenhimaui.com
See the full Joey’s Kitchen listing →

18. Thai Mee Up (Kahului)

Chicken, Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (907 Google reviews)

The fried chicken at Thai Mee Up clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 907 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 14 — “Chicken Trifecta” (June 9, 2017)
Address: 591 Haleakala Hwy, Kahului, HI 96732
Phone: +1 808-214-3369
Website: thaimeeupmaui.com/utm_sourcegmbutm_mediumreferral
See the full Thai Mee Up listing →

19. Matteo’s Osteria (Wailea)

Italian, Pizza · $$ · 4.4★ (891 Google reviews)

Matteo’s Osteria is one of the area’s go-to spots for Italian comfort food, with a strong 4.4 stars from 891 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 11 — “Domestic & Abroad” (September 17, 2021)
Address: 161 Wailea Ike Pl A107, Wailea, HI 96753
Phone: +1 808-891-8466
Website: www.matteosmaui.com
See the full Matteo’s Osteria listing →

20. Hanalei Poke Food Truck (Hanalei)

Seafood, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.5★ (787 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, Hanalei Poke Food Truck keeps a 4.5-star rating across 787 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 5 — “Standout Seafood” (June 23, 2019)
Address: 5-5190 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI 96714
Phone: +1 808-320-8525
See the full Hanalei Poke Food Truck listing →