Highway Inn – American
Stepping into this beloved local landmark feels like a homecoming, where the air is thick with the savory perfume of slow-roasted kalua pig and the smoky char of pulehu ribs. Guests linger over steaming parcels of tender lau lau and rich, velvety squid luau, savoring a soulful menu that honors time-tested Hawaiian traditions alongside contemporary bites like house-cured pipikaula and savory smoked meat flatbreads.
680, Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, HI, 96813 +18089544955 https://www.myhighwayinn.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Highway Inn
Dairy-Free at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulehu Chicken, Lau Lau and Pulehu Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 7 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulehu Chicken, Lau Lau and Pulehu Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 5 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Luau Veggie Tarts, Shave Ice and Poi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Meat and Pulehu Ribs. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulehu Ribs and Kalua Pig. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulehu Ribs and Kalua Pig. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulehu Ribs, Kalua Pig and Squid Luau. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Highway Inn
Highway Inn in Honolulu has 3 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Luau Veggie Tarts, Poi and Uala. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Highway Inn
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Meat | 0 g | 22 g |
| Pulehu Ribs | 0 g | 18.9 g |
| Luau Veggie Tarts | 23 g | 9.4 g |
| Kalua Pig | 1.5 g | 9.1 g |
| Coffee | 39.3 g | 5.6 g |
| Espresso Drinks | 54.1 g | 4 g |
| Squid Luau | 1.4 g | 2 g |
| Beef Stew | 3.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Uala | 13.3 g | 0.8 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Hawaiian Favorites
Traditional Hawaiian staples prepared fresh daily.
- Lau Lau: Traditional Hawaiian style hand-wrapped pork and taro leaves Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kalua Pig: Shredded slow-cooked pork Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Stew: House-made beef stew Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Squid Luau: Squid cooked with taro leaves and coconut milk Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pipikaula: Hawaiian style dried beef Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Items
Unique dishes and grilled specialties.
- Smoked Meat Flatbread: Flatbread topped with house-smoked meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Luau Veggie Tarts: Vegetarian tarts with luau leaf filling Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulehu Chicken: Grilled Hawaiian style chicken Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulehu Ribs: Grilled short ribs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Meat: House-cured and smoked meat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides and Snacks
Traditional Hawaiian accompaniments.
- Poi: Pounded taro root Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uala: Steamed sweet potato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts and Treats
- Shave Ice: Finely shaved ice with flavored syrups Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Espresso Drinks: Assorted coffee beverages
- Coffee: Freshly brewed coffee
Frequently Asked Questions about Highway Inn
- Is Highway Inn dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Highway Inn has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pulehu Chicken, Lau Lau and Pulehu Ribs.
- What can I eat at Highway Inn on a dairy-free diet?
- Pulehu Chicken, Lau Lau and Pulehu Ribs carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Highway Inn have vegan options?
- Yes. 3 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Luau Veggie Tarts and Poi.
- Is Highway Inn gluten-free?
- 7 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Highway Inn?
- Smoked Meat, at roughly 22g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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