0:00 – Intro & arrival at Highway Inn
0:35 – Inside the restaurant (local vibes)
1:10 – Ordering the squid lūʻau combo
2:20 – Food arrives — first impressions
3:00 – Squid lūʻau taste test
3:45 – Kalua pig & poi review
4:30 – Side dishes: lomi salmon & haupia
5:20 – Full plate breakdown
6:00 – Price & value
6:45 – Final thoughts & rating
7:10 – Outro + location info
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📍 Location: Honolulu Hawaii
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This video from James Travel Eats features a visit to Highway Inn in Kakaʻako, Honolulu, Hawaii, for authentic Hawaiian food
Here’s a summary of the experience:
Arrival and Atmosphere The video begins with the host arriving at Highway Inn, showcasing some of the local murals on the way (0:00-1:08). Inside, the restaurant has a local vibe with plenty of seating and Hawaiian music playing (0:35-1:00, 3:54-4:03)
Ordering and Drinks The host orders the Squid Lūʻau Combo (1:10) and a side of smoked meat (3:24-3:27) He also tries a non-alcoholic lilikoi drink, which he rates highly for its refreshing taste (4:30-5:00)
Food Review
Pīpī Kaula (Smoked Meat): The host describes it as salted meat, salty, delicious, savory, and juicy, with a chewy texture (7:39-8:23, 9:50-10:10)
Squid Lūʻau: This dish is described as being like a Hawaiian laulau, braised and cooked in coconut cream, very soft, creamy, and delicious (8:26-9:01)
Lomi Salmon: Reviewed as a ceviche-like dish with salmon, noted for its saltiness (9:06-9:12)
Sweet Potato: Described as perfectly cooked purple sweet potato, healthy, and a good bite (9:32-9:46)
Haupia: A coconut pudding that is soft, delicious, and has a good hit of coconut flavor (10:54-11:06)
Cost and Final Thoughts The total cost of the meal was $37.35 (11:58). The host gives Highway Inn a high rating of 9.4 out of 10 for its food quality, service, and overall experience (12:51-13:12)
