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What to order at Rainbow Drive-In
- Must order
- Mix plate with loco moco, BBQ beef and boneless chicken.
- Signature dishes
- Loco moco, Mix plate, Boneless chicken plate
- Editor tip
- Open 07:00-21:00 daily. No inside seating; eat at the parking lot picnic tables.
CuisinePlate Lunch
Price$
Neighborhoodkapahulu
Last verified
Signature dishes: Loco moco, Mix plate, Boneless chicken plate
Must order: Mix plate with loco moco, BBQ beef and boneless chicken.
Tip: Open 07:00-21:00 daily. No inside seating; eat at the parking lot picnic tables.
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Location
Address: 3308 Kanaina Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815
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