If you’ve been reading The Dish for a while now you know that one of my favorite things to watch on TV is Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. There’s just something about that little slice of Americana where people cook not only from their hearts, but from what they have known culturally as well. I love the personality and the love and the use of great ingredients to make something completely memorable.
That being said, Bubba’s Burgers is what a burger place should be. It’s a no-nonsense, completely Hawaiian, laid-back joint that uses local beef and discourages the use of lettuce or tomatoes. No health food allowed!
“Bubba refuses to serve any burger costing less than a can of dog food.”
Amen.
If you go to Kauai you NEED to eat here. Remember, no health food allowed 😉
Laury @thefitnessdish says
OMG!!! Looks like you are having a GREAT time!!!!!
My hubby LOVES triple D!
LiveForTheRun says
Ahh, just reading this makes me feel better!
What Kate Ate says
Health food sucks! Haha I love it! Gorgeous photos as usual Heather!
Rachel @ The Avid Appetite says
I absolutely love traveling and sampling local foods! It’s one of my favorite things to do!
Natalia - a side of simple says
I think you should kidnap Bubba because he’s got it going on in that place 🙂
Katrina@Katrina Runs for Food says
I had a day like that on the way to Crested Butte last summer. Nothing healthy, just a fat greasy burger and it was soooo good. I couldn’t eat all of it, but the atmosphere there was awesome.
The sign about the kids is GREAT!!!
couchpotatoathlete says
Those burgers look so good!!! And I love how they decorated the place — the red/white stripes are hilarious.
Nic says
You’re on vacation! Live it up and no worries about health food 🙂
Joslyn @ missfitbliss says
Looks like a really fun time!!
Love the pic of the fan!
Lindsay @ Pinch of Yum says
I can’t wait to see more pics! 🙂 Hope your trip is going well (it appears to be, from the looks of this place!)
betht says
We went to Kauai last year and it was seriously the best time of my life. Most beautiful place on earth.
kbwood says
OHHHHHH i am soo living through you!
rebecca says
i love all those signs! especially the one about the kids being left. 😉
Katie @ Healthy Heddleston says
Awww John and I went to Bubba’s! SUper fun!!
Salah says
I’m not a burger fan but that looks amazing!!!!
Nicole says
I think I’ll add that to my list of places I need to visit. Sounds like a fun burger stop… And I LOVE the occasional burger!
Mads says
I love DDD too! Guy always cracks me up 🙂
Those onion rings look fantastic and so does the cheesy drippy burger. nomnomnom
jessica says
i love all of those signs! that place looks awesome! who am i kidding…any place located in Hawaii looks awesome!!!
KeepItSweet says
great pictures! i want one of those onion rings!!
Tina says
Bahhaa! I love that sign about the unattended children. That’s priceless.
Tabitha (From Single to Married) says
mmm… I agree – do away with health food! Just kidding. Sort of!
Krysia says
I loved the video! Thanks for sharing your trip. I have always wanted to go to Hawaii and so this gives me a glimpse of what it is like. The fruit looks amazing. Enjoy every moment!
Lauren says
I’m not sure what I’m more envious of in this….the fact that you are in the beautiful Kauai or the fact that you are eating amazing burgers in the beautiful Kauai.
Amaze!!! 🙂
Matt says
Burgergasm!
islamama says
spotted your post on twitter…try ono char burger in anahola…much better. also mermaid’s cafe in kapaa. let me know if you want any more kauai tips!
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
I love that place!
Incredible pics!!!!
lindsay says
Oh I’ve been there! So fun and so good!!