This Ultimate Burger Bucket List In Hawaii Will Make Your Mouth Water

There’s no dish more classically American than the burger, though many of the burgers you’ll find in Hawaii come prepared with an island twist. From burgers made with local beef and those with fresh pineapple on top to loco moco and kimchee burgers, you’re sure to find a unique flavor profile that satisfies your taste buds. Just in time for those hot summer days, these 14 burger joints across the Hawaiian Islands must be added to your Hawaii dining bucket list as soon as possible.

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According to a recent Trip Advisor post, this burger joint serves the 8th best hamburgers in America. And we agree – with locally-sourced ingredients and a variety of fixings, these burgers are mighty tasty.

67-1185 Mamalahoa Highway, Kamuela, HI 96743

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This casual Honolulu eatery serves up a variety of braised burgers and sandwiches - including this mouthwatering kimchee burger with swiss cheese - in a comic-book themed environment.

1991 Pauoa Road, Honolulu, HI 96813

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This local favorite may be known for their Hawaiian plate lunches, but their burgers are pretty great, too.

425 Koloa Street Suite 104, Kahului, HI 96732

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For hand-crafted and locally-sourced burgers, handcut fries, and a large selection of local and craft beers on tap, this urban-chic burger joint is the place to be.

4-369 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, HI 96746

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This casual Mexican-American Grill serves up local fish, grass-fed beef and 1950s milkshakes. Their variety makes this the perfect spot to go when half the family wants American food, and the other half is craving tacos.

61-3665 Akoni Pule Highway, Suite 13-D, Kawaihae, HI 96743

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For a modern take on American classics, check out this remote counter-serve spot in Laie. Their burgers and fries are best enjoyed with a classic milkshake, of course.

55-510 Kamehameha Highway, Laie, HI 96762

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My father-in-law consistently raves about this place, and for good reason. What’s better than a good burger? This American burger hotspot in Lahaina was recently closed and then reopened - and is as close to the beach as you can get.

811 Front Street, Lahaina, HI 96761

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This tiki-themed eatery not only serves up mouthwatering burgers, but also incredible breakfast food and fresh fruit smoothies.

3474 Rice Street, Lihue, HI 96766

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Though this is technically a chain, the burgers are top-notch and it is a local favorite. Paradise is a Hawaiian burger paired with either a pineapple or Kona coffee shake – delicious!

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Located on the grounds of a popular winery, there is a grill and gift shop serving up amazing burgers - and selling local art. Cool huh?

Hc 1 Box 901, Highway 37, Kula, HI 96790

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While this counter-serve burger joint may not look like much, the burgers are orginal and scrumptious. For local flavor, check out their loco moco burger, based off the favorite Hawaiian dish.

1295 S Beretania Street, Honolulu, HI 96814

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For a mouthwatering made-to-order grass-fed burger and hand-cut fries, hit up Hawaii Island's Ultimate Burger.

74-5450 Makala Blvd, Suite E112, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

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For amazing burgers made with Kauai grass-fed beef and fresh, mouthwatering tator tots, head to NOM Kauai, No. 73 on Yelp's Top 100 Places To Eat In The U.S. for 2017. Kick back and enjoy that incredible breakfast burger with fried egg and bacon while overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

4-1602 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, HI 96746

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Located in the Royal Hawaiian Center, this counter-serve burger joint serves up amazing mouthwatering Hawaiian beef burgers, fries, and shakes.

2233 Kalakaua Avenue Suite 9, Honolulu, HI 96815

Where is your favorite place to grab a burger in Hawaii? Want more mouthwatering burger choices in Hawaii? Check out these 7 burger joints.