Aloha Diner

Die-hard travelers love finding places like this small, unassuming diner, where locals congregate over pitch-perfect downhome fare without exorbitant prices. Saimin (noodles and broth with tasty add-ins) and laulaus (meat or fish steamed in taro leaves) get high praise, as does kalua pig, lomi salmon, and even poi, that Hawaiian favorite that's quite an acquired taste. Fried fish, smoked beef, and other lip-smacking dishes are on hand for those who can't get enough of authentic Hawaiian goodness.