The Holy Grail of dim sum

Noteworthy for: Locals regard Legend Seafood as the best dim sum restaurant on the islands.

Word to the wise: Arrive early on weekend mornings or prepare for an extended wait.

Crowded and bustling, this famous Chinatown restaurant is Hawaii's dim sum temple. Its popularity is evident by the queues that commonly snake along the sidewalk outside this Chinese culinary institution.

Legend Seafood's decor is simple and utilitarian, with various sizes of tables set up like soldiers ready for battle. Waitresses push carts around the restaurant and offer steamed and baked bao buns, jin dui and other "small things that please the heart". Don't hold back.