Tex Drive-In is a landmark for visitors to the Honoka'a-Hamakua coastline and a favorite haunt of locals. Opened in 1969 by the portuguese Texeira family, Tex Drive-In quickly became famous for its malasadas (they now sell nearly 60,000 monthly) and other "ono grinds".

In addition to the popular diner, a product line of various goodies including a variety of chutneys, and dessert sauces, coffee, and macadamia nuts.

Be sure to stop by the online store where you can purchase a wide variety of Tex Drive-In products. Or visit the About Tex Drive In page to learn all about the history of the well-known restaurant. Once you have toured the site, sign the guestbook on your way out.

Malasada (n) : a puffy donut without a hole that is deep-fried, rolled in sugar and best eaten while hot. Malasadas are a Portuguese snack introduced by workers imported for cane and pineapple production.

Tex Drive-In
45-690 Pakalana St.
Honokaa, HI 96727

808-775-0598 or email
malasadas@tex-drivein.com