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I think they missed a good bet by not including The Shack.
Whoo ha! You know 'dat! I swear their Swiss' N' Shroom Burger is the best! I didn't care for their famous "Shack Cheeseburger " though. The portuguese sausage on it just kills the flavor of the burger, which is what I want to taste.
As for Teddy's being bland, I must admit on several orders I've made at the Waikiki location my patty suffered the same. Especially noticeable when you consider how THICK the patties are. It probably has more to with the cook on duty at the time not putting enough salt on the patty when it's on the grill. The Hawaii Kai location (Koko Marina) consistently pumped out tasty burgers on my orders. I don't like their sauce so I opt for plain mayo'. Decor-wise, the Waikiki location is a bit tacky, but the whimsical map mural of Waikiki is kinda' fun.
Another GREAT (mentoned before I think) is the signature Jameson's Burger out in Haliewa, just past the beach park. Awesome.
I'm taking Creative-1's advice and heading out to Town (no pun intended) on my next burger quest.
I love the mushroom burgers... fresh mushrooms & garlic.. yum... They are the BEST! we once sat on a table & all the girls ordered like 5 mushroom burgers & 1 portabello mushroom burger.... & if I'm going to pay 8$ for my burger... I'd much rather sit in a nice air conditioned restaurant then outside sitting next to cars on a hot summer day ... (if I had to pick kua aina ward or big city diner ward.... ) ...besides I love their bubbies ice cream & brownie pie.. yum!
This may earn me fluffy-tourist points, but I just don't care. There was a place in the Waikiki World Market called Joe's that serves a mean pineapple teriyaki burger. Avocado burgers too, though IMO they were not as good as the PT. Yumm. $6 each, not including the fries, but whatevah
I'm so sad that we were in Hale'iwa twice and didn't see/stop at Kua Aina. :\ Sounds like the winner from raw numbers of votes on this thread!
I must ditto W&M. I don't care if I have to park blocks away.
However, the best burgers I've had IN MY LIFE were on Kauai. Duane's Ono Char. Mmm. Mmm. Mmm.
Tessie, "Nuf Ced" McGreevey shouted
We're not here to mess around
Boston, you know we love you madly
Hear the crowd roar to your sound
Don't blame us if we ever doubt you
You know we couldn't live without you
Tessie, you are the only only only
Bob's Bar-B-Q - Giant Burger ..... w/Giant Fries;
Kiawe Grill - Kobe Burger is now 10 oz., regular is 6 oz.; hold the mustard (that belongs on hot dogs); the thick steak-cut fries are very good; I go to the one across "Old Stadium Park" in Moiliili;
Rainbow Drive-Inn - Rainbow Royale (w/cheese); Rainbow Special (no cheese); the twin patties may be flat, but so tasty; strawberry slush for a drink.
Richie's on No. King St. is run by a former cook from Rainbow's and has a similar menu. Their version of the Rainbow Special is only $1.92 and is close in taste; one thing Richie's serves that Rainbow's doesn't is a BBQ Pork plate (Rainbow's has a BBQ Pork sandwich, why no plate?). Their slush machine isn't always ready, though.
I went to Teddy's a couple of times. Tasty, but messy.
Yum, a thread after my own heart. I'd have to suggest you guys try Kiawe Grill. They are located on the side of Diners - Kalihi. They grill your burger with Kiawe wood anyway you like it! Homemade and thick! If you are in for adventure you could even try their buffalo or ostrich burger.
wow, ive been wanting to try ostrich meat since i heard about it. its the only red poultry meat.
how come no one has mentioned the burgers at magoo's (or the subs)?
Here's my nomination for Hawaii's Best Hamburger...
Duke's Waikiki Beachside Burger - $7.49 (shown with Beach Fries, which is actually a side dish). Our waitress asked the cook cut it in half and present the plate for photo ops.
This jewel is succulent and juicy, FLAME-GRILLED to medium-well perfection. It comes with super-fresh Manoa Lettuce and bun has a slightly buttery, toasted appeal. A masterpiece. You can also order it with Pepperjack Cheese. I'll get that one next time.
What else makes this Hawaii's Best Hamburger?
Well, along with the burger, they EXCELLENT "BEACH" FRIES!...
Duke's Beach Fries - $2.95... and believe me, this is a meal in itself!
These waffle-cut gems have a little spice on them, sort of like those "box" guy's seasoned curly fries.
They also have a million-dollar Waikiki beachfront view to go with it (not the tourists, the view)...
Not only is there da' Aunties playing tables every night, you also get to enjoy Kapena (no extra charge) on Saturdays, as we did yesterday afternoon...
Kapena plays at Duke's Waikiki every Saturday from 4-6pm. Henry Kapono plays every Sunday from 4-6pm.
Gotta' love Duke's Beachside Burger for all of the above!
Ok...I nominate Duke's to be the location of the next HT get together on a Saturday or Sunday 4-6p!
One of my most memorable Christmas Eves was spent with good friends at Dukes. We sat outside, had a wonderful dinner, the weather was perfect, the view was to die for, the music (I think it was Uncle Moe, but I'm not sure...ol' fut memory!) just didn't get any better. I didn't want to leave the restaurant! Great evening.
Ok...I nominate Duke's to be the location of the next HT get together on a Saturday or Sunday 4-6p!
Great idea, Tutu. Only problem, especially on Sunday when Henry plays, it's SO crowded, it might be hard to get enough seating for all the HT'rs. They don't do reservations either. It's first come, first serve, so someone would have to go really early and hold a few tables.
If this place ever closes (highly unlikely), I get first dibs on this neon sign! (wishful thinking)...
Duke's is located on the ground floor of the Outrigger Waikiki on the Beach, between the Moana Surfrider and Royal Hawaiian Hotel (da pink one). They're operated by TS Restaurants, who also own the new Hula Grill, upstairs next to Chuck's.
Hang that in the living room and play Kapena and Henry Kapono CDs while sipping on a Lavaflow or Tropical Itch. lol
Great idea, Tutu. Only problem, especially on Sunday when Henry plays, it's SO crowded, it might be hard to get enough seating for all the HT'rs. They don't do reservations either. It's first come, first serve, so someone would have to go really early and hold a few tables.
Let's all get there at 2:00 and start drinking!
Originally posted by Pomai
If this place ever closes (highly unlikely), I get first dibs on this neon sign! (wishful thinking)...[...]Hang that in the living room and play Kapena and Henry Kapono CDs while sipping on a Lavaflow or Tropical Itch. lol
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oh...Oh...OH...that sign is soooo perfect for my little grass shack in Makaha. By the time Duke's is ready to close my LGS might be completed! You can have visitation rights, Pomai!
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