Verna's III Drive Inn, Hilo

Located on a prominent corner just outside the Hilo International Airport entrance where Banyan, Kanoelehua and Kamehameha come together, this local style drive-in offers plate lunch specials, teri-burgers, old style French fries and much more. It's a spot where friends gather on weekend evenings, or where late night workers go to get a quick meal. The crowd is always islander, the food is always cheap, and the service is always friendly. It's a classic old school spot that can no longer be duplicated. The teri-burger is a popular choice. Nothing fancy, but the beef is tasty and the price is certainly right. - Lottie Tagupa