Top pick1$85°C Bakery Cafe - Honolulu (Ala Moana Center)
Ala Moana Area·Bakery
Bakery fare in Ala Moana. 85°C Bakery Cafe - Honolulu (Ala Moana Center) is a well-loved spot.
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Ala Moana is one of Oahu's most food-packed neighborhoods, and you don't need to spend big to eat well here. This list ranks the top cheap eats in Ala Moana based on real visitor ratings from the NateEatsHawaii site — 18 spots qualified, and these are the ones that rose to the top.
From the beloved baked goods at 85°C Bakery Cafe inside Ala Moana Center to custom-built poké bowls at Poke & Box in the Makai food court, the variety here is hard to beat. Jollibee brings its globally famous Filipino-style fried chicken and spaghetti to the mix, while San Paolo Pizzeria keeps things budget-friendly for pizza lovers.
Spots that Nate has personally visited are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — a handy signal when you're deciding where to head first. Whether you're grabbing a quick plate lunch at L&L Hawaiian Barbecue or cooling off with dessert at Mango Mango Dessert, Ala Moana has no shortage of wallet-friendly options worth knowing about.
The ranking
Top pick1$Bakery fare in Ala Moana. 85°C Bakery Cafe - Honolulu (Ala Moana Center) is a well-loved spot.
2$Bakery fare in Ala Moana. Cinnabon draws a steady crowd.
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4$Family-owned pub & eatery serving nachos, pizza, sandwiches & more in casual, marina-inspired digs.
5$Popular Philippines-based chain globally known for its famed fried chicken, spaghetti & burgers.
6$Island-themed fast-food chain whose menu features traditional Hawaiian plate lunches.
7$Cafe fare in Ala Moana. Malu Honolulu is a solid pick and offers takeout.
8$Rated 4⭐ (203 reviews)
9$Food Store fare in Ala Moana. Meet Fresh is a reliable choice and offers takeout.
10$Seafood fare in Ala Moana. Paradise Poke Hawaii at Ilikai is a solid pick and offers outdoor seating.
11$Modern counter serve in the Ala Moana Makai food court, mixing custom poké bowls to order.
12$San Paolo Pizzeria brings pizza to Ala Moana at a budget-friendly price point. Lively atmosphere perfect for groups and celebrations.
13$Tucked into Ala Moana, Sweet Creams serves food store at budget-friendly prices. Known as a solid pick.
14$Counter-serve cafe specializing in Brazilian açaí & guarana berry-based smoothies & fruit bowls.
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Authentic Neapolitan-style pizza with quality ingredients. Thin crust, fresh toppings, and a casual neighborhood vibe.
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Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, top picks include 85°C Bakery Cafe, Poke & Box, Jollibee, and L&L Hawaiian Barbecue — a diverse mix of flavors all at budget-friendly price points in the Ala Moana area.
The Ala Moana Center and its surrounding blocks are loaded with affordable options — the Makai food court alone hosts spots like Poke & Box and Meet Fresh, while 85°C Bakery Cafe and Mango Mango Dessert are great for a quick, cheap bite inside the mall.
The rankings are driven by ongoing visitor ratings submitted to NateEatsHawaii, so the list reflects the most current scores as new reviews come in.
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