The banana pancakes at this old-time diner are worth getting out of bed for. Amid vintage photos and family memorabilia that make Rocky's a de facto local history museum, you can enjoy excellent egg dishes, fried rice, Spam specials and other treats that fueled generations of plantation workers.
Rocky's Coffee Shop
Waipahu
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