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Highway Inn Kaka'ako

7.2Locals Score / 10

#4 of 20 Restaurants in Honolulu

Known formochiko chickencombo platepineapple margaritapotato mac salad
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Highway Inn is an authentic Hawaiian restaurant operating since 1947, famous for handmade local dishes like mochiko chicken and combo plates at budget-friendly prices. The casual diner-style spot delivers genuine aloha and flavorful food, but service can be slow and forgetful during busier times, and parking in the strip mall can be tight depending on when you visit.

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Hours
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Price$$
Phone(808) 954-4955
Websitemyhighwayinn.com
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Last verifiedJuly 21, 2026

Locals Score

7.2/10
  • Value8.0
  • Excellence7.5
  • Local love8.0
  • Authenticity9.0
  • Lasting reputation8.0
  • Distinctiveness8.0
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Last reviewed July 21, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.