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When visiting Hawaii, it’s not enough to just visit the beaches. To get the full experience, try going out on the water, hiking the trails, interacting with the locals, and of course, tasting the cuisine. The easiest way to do this is to start with the most important meal of the day, breakfast. If you're unsure what's available, here are some of the most delicious dishes you can find.

5 Breakfasts Everyone Needs to Try in Hawaii

1. Macadamia Nut Pancakes or Waffles

With its creamy texture and subtle buttery flavor, macadamias add just a bit of nuttiness to the standard recipe. If you want a gentle introduction to Hawaii flavors, start here.

2. Loco Moco

On the opposite end of the spectrum, this dish allows you to fully dive into local cuisine. The basic loco moco consists of fried eggs, a hamburger patty, and white rice, which is then covered in gravy. It will keep you full for a day of exploration.

breakfast3. Eggs, Spam, & Rice

If you’d rather forgo the gravy and hamburger meat, but still like to keep flavors local, order this trio. Although spam is often overlooked on the mainland, locals can’t get enough and incorporate it into all sorts of hearty meals.

4. Sweet Bread French Toast

Another Hawaii twist on a classic, this breakfast dish uses soft and sweet Hawaiian rolls instead of white bread. Although the flavors are similar, the delicate nature of the sweet rolls creates a lighter meal.

5. Açaí Bowl

On hot days, this sweet breakfast bowl will keep you cool. Originally from Brazil, it’s becoming more popular stateside. If you’ve never had one before, it’s akin to a thick, berry smoothie. An açaí bowl is traditionally topped with bananas and granola, but more and more restaurants are adding a myriad of scrumptious fruits and nuts to it.

 

If you’re staying on Oahu, stop by Ted’s Bakery on the North Shore for a local breakfast. Located in Haleiwa, HI, this restaurant is beloved by locals and tourists alike for their dedicated customer service, generous portions, delicious dishes, and sweet treats. To see what they have to offer, visit their website, Yelp, Instagram, and Facebook. If you have any questions, call them at (808) 638-8207.

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