The world’s most delicious burger is in Hawaii – could it be U.S. President Obama’s favorite?

Reported and photographed by You Ru / Hawaii




▲Is this the burger that Obama loves the most?

Located near Waikiki Beach in Hawaii, “KUA 'AINA BURGERS” is said to serve the world’s most delicious burger. When reporters visited, even before noon, the shop was already bustling with people eager to try the burgers, and the air was filled with a subtle smoky aroma. A representative of the Hawaii Tourism Authority, Shi Chunting, said the highlight of this burger joint is that despite the generous portions, they’re not greasy — even a young girl can finish a full meal set on her own.


▲By just past noon, the restaurant was almost fully booked.


▲A photo of Obama at this shop in 2008 — back then there was no picture above this pile of hats.


▲In the kitchen, chefs grill the patties and onions while watering them.


▲Burgers are served in small baskets, which is one of the shop’s distinctive features.

 
▲Half-finished burgers waiting to be served in the kitchen.

Unlike other burger joints, “KUA 'AINA BURGERS” serves its meals in small baskets, allowing diners to clearly see the freshness and thickness of the ingredients. Among their most popular items is the signature “Avocado Burger,” which features a grilled patty and onions stacked on a bun, topped with two thick slices of fresh avocado, lettuce, and tomato. It also comes with shredded carrots served as salad strips — each ingredient can be savored individually.

When you stack all the ingredients together and take a bite, the natural flavor of the avocado is enhanced by the patty. The juicy, charred onions are full of smoky aroma, complemented by the fresh tomato and lettuce. The savory and rich flavors are balanced with the sweetness of the vegetables — one of the reasons this burger is so loved by locals. You get the freshness of the veggies and the heartiness of the meat in one bite. No wonder even U.S. President Obama made a stop at this so-called world’s best burger shop when he visited Hawaii.


▲The savory and rich flavors are balanced with the sweetness of the vegetables — one of the reasons this burger is so loved by locals.
【KUA’AINA Burger】
Address: Ala Moana Blvd. Ward Centre Honolulu
Phone: 808-591-9133