Nuoc mia — fresh-pressed sugar cane juice — thrives in Honolulu's tropical climate. Several Vietnamese restaurants and cafes press sugar cane to order, producing a sweet, slightly grassy juice served over ice, sometimes with a squeeze of orange or kalamansi.
Pho Que Huong top-pick
Mon-Sun 10AM-10PM
Pho Que Huong offers nuoc mia among their drink selections, pressed fresh and served over ice. The Chinatown location makes it a perfect afternoon refreshment while exploring the neighborhood. The sugar cane is pressed to order, ensuring maximum freshness and that distinctive sweet, slightly green flavor.
Aloha Vietnamese Foods best-value
Mon-Sun 11AM-12AM
Aloha Vietnamese Foods includes nuoc mia on their drink menu, and their late-night hours mean you can get fresh-pressed sugar cane juice when most other Vietnamese spots have closed. The juice is refreshing and properly sweet — a natural energy boost that beats any energy drink.
Le's Banh Mi hidden-gem
Mon-Sun 9AM-7PM
Le's Banh Mi complements their banh mi and Vietnamese coffee with fresh juice options including nuoc mia. The juice is pressed to order and served ice-cold, making it a perfect accompaniment to their sandwiches. The third-floor location is worth seeking out for the drink menu alone.