When visiting Hawaii for the first time, you’ll likely have a full agenda of activities. Between boat tours and trips to the beach, it’s essential to start your day with enough protein to keep you going. For real Hawaiian culture, try some of the unique local breakfast fare. Below, learn more about some of the most popular local breakfast meats.

4 Hawaiian Breakfast Meats

1. Linguica

Linguica is a Portuguese sausage that is widely beloved throughout the islands. Its sweet and spicy flavors pair well with fluffy eggs prepared just the way you like them with a scoop of white rice on the side. Alternatively, try it folded into an omelet or chopped into fried rice.

2. Spam

Spam is a staple of the Hawaiian diet and the star of many breakfast dishes. This salty potted meat tastes delicious when pan-fried and served alongside eggs and white rice. Add sides of ketchup and soy sauce for flavorful dipping. 

3. Hamburger

Loco moco is the epitome of Hawaiian comfort food. This dish features a perfectly grilled hamburger patty served over a bed of white rice, topped with a fried egg. Don’t forget to order a side of toast or hash browns to sop up all the savory gravy. 

4. Longanisa

Longanisa is a Filipino take on Hispanic longaniza, which is a cured and cooked sausage. The Filipino version is different because, though cured, it is raw and requires cooking before eating. The sweet flavors of this sausage stand out when eaten with simple white rice for breakfast. 

For an authentic taste of the islands, stop for breakfast at Tasty Crust Restaurant. This restaurant, located in Wailuku, HI, offers a full menu of American food classics with a distinctively Hawaiian flair. Call (808) 244-0845 to ask about daily specials and place an order for takeout, or stop by their location at 1770 Mill St. to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner served all day.