The Great Lake State has a melting pot of delicious food from all over the world including Polish cooking and authentic Mexican fare. You can even enjoy heavenly Hawaiian offerings at this restaurant in East Lansing, Michigan. If you’ve never had the pleasure of trying this fresh and filling cuisine, stop at this tasty spot for a one-of-a-kind experience.

Aloha Cookin’ is a restaurant serving savory Hawaiian fare in Downtown East Lansing.

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The family-owned eatery is run by former Honolulu locals who moved to the mainland to bring truly authentic Hawaiian dishes to Michigan.

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The restaurant is a popular lunch spot among locals and is available for pick-up, delivery, or dine-in. You can order a hearty “lunch plate” which consists of rice, side dishes, and a staple entrée like loco moco.

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There are plenty of unique food options here like kalua pig, huli huli chicken, and fried Spam musubi. Hawaii’s food culture is very diverse and so is Aloha Cookin’s menu which also serves curry, BBQ short ribs, Korean fried chicken wings, and steamed or fried dumplings.

Aloha Cookin’/Google Don’t forget to order a can of Hawaiian Sun which is a tropical fruit drink. The sweet flavors include strawberry guava, pineapple orange, and pass-o-guava (passion fruit, orange, and guava). This will complete your meal and give you a little taste of Hawaii.

The colorful and fresh poke bowls steal the show with tuna, salmon, and vegan tofu options. The portion sizes are excellent and will leave you feeling full.

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Try the popular Hawaiian dessert mini malasadas which are sugarcoated donuts topped with condensed milk and shredded coconut.

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Enjoy a taste of the Hawaiian Islands right here in Michigan! For updated hours visited the Aloha Cookin’ Website or Facebook Page. Is there a local restaurant you would like to see featured? Leave us a comment or submit a nomination form.

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Don’t forget to order a can of Hawaiian Sun which is a tropical fruit drink. The sweet flavors include strawberry guava, pineapple orange, and pass-o-guava (passion fruit, orange, and guava). This will complete your meal and give you a little taste of Hawaii.

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Address: 350 Albert St, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA