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Best Cheap Eats in Moiliili
Moiliili is one of Oahu's most underrated neighborhoods for eating well on a budget. Tucked between the University of Hawaii and Ala Moana, this stretch of Honolulu is packed with hole-in-the-wall counters, takeout windows, and cozy mom-and-pop restaurants where a full meal won't drain your wallet. I pulled together the 18 spots worth knowing so you don't have to guess.
Updated August 2026
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The range here is impressive: Chong Qing Cuisine plates traditional Sichuan dishes like dry noodles and twice-cooked pork in an easygoing setting, Kozo Sushi Moiliili is a longtime takeout favorite for sushi rolls, bento, and udon, and One Plus One Drive Inn keeps it classic with loco moco, chicken katsu, and burgers from a modest counter.
This is a curated guide combining the area's best-rated spots based on reputation and visitor feedback. Keep an eye out for the NateEatsHawaii badge — it marks the spots our editors have personally been to and recommends.
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What are the best cheap eats in Moiliili?
Moiliili offers a wide range of budget-friendly options, from Sichuan dishes at Chong Qing Cuisine to takeout sushi and bento at Kozo Sushi Moiliili and Hawaiian plate lunches at One Plus One Drive Inn. This guide ranks 18 qualifying spots in the neighborhood.
Where can I get a cheap plate lunch in Moiliili?
One Plus One Drive Inn is a modest counter known for loco moco, chicken katsu, and burgers, while L&L Hawaiian Barbecue serves traditional Hawaiian plate lunches. Da Spot is another casual, budget-friendly stop in the neighborhood.
Is this list of Moiliili cheap eats up to date?
Yes — this guide is refreshed regularly as new spots open and ratings change. Restaurants our editors have personally visited carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page, so you can tell his verified picks from the rest of the list.
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