As one of the founding members of the Hawaiian regional cuisine movement, Mala Ocean Tavern delivers on both style and substance. Rachael loved their twist on a classic bruschetta made with seared ahi and edamame puree. Looking for a bigger bite? The Sauteed Fresh Market Fish is great for sharing.

Lahaina Grill serves New American cuisine using only the freshest local fish. On her visit, Rachael tried The Cake Walk, which features mini servings of lobster crab cake, shrimp cake and ahi cake. Pair this delectable dish with a sweet, colorful Pear-fection Martini for the perfect Hawaiian night.

Rachael loves the gourmet menu and laid-back vibe at the Hali’imaile General Store. On her visit Rachael gushed over the Sashimi Pizza, which features a layer of edamame hummus topped with ahi, sesame seeds and more. Other standouts include the Popcorn Shrimp and the Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi.

Rachael favors Aloha for its mixed plates featuring multiethnic food combos like Shoyu Chicken, fresh fish and teriyaki beef served with rice and mac salad. A standout is the Ali’i Plate, whose tenderized pork has been wrapped in a banana leaf for an “out-of-this-world juicy factor,” Rachael says.

Rachael Ray picks up gourmet goods from Honolua Store at the Kapalua Resort in Lahaina, HI, on Food Network's Rachael's Vacation.

On Food Network's Rachael's Vacation, Rachael Ray dines at Gerard's Restaurant, an award-winning French restaurant in Lahaina, HI.

Tourists and locals alike love CJ’s Deli and Diner. The diner set up shop in 2002 and has been serving delectable island cuisine and hearty comfort food ever since, including Rachael’s pick of “a thick, moist slab” of Mom’s Meatloaf served with fresh veggies and your choice of rice or potatoes.

Escopazzo means "a little crazy" in Italian and in 1993, opening the country's first all-organic restaurant might have been. But Rachael's vacation visit confirmed it is "such a gem." The menu includes a number of raw and vegan foods but Rachael and locals agree the asparagus flan is a must-try.

On Food Network's Rachael's Vacation, Rachael Ray grabs a seat at the Beach House Restaurant in The Ritz-Carlton in Kapalua, HI, with beachfront views and tropical cocktails.

Joe’s Taco Lounge & Salsaria combines Mexican street food with the traditional cooking of the Yucatan Peninsula. Rachael recommends the fish tacos and, for something spicy, the grilled and stuffed pasilla chili. Spicy-food lovers will also appreciate the 200-plus hot sauce bottles lining the walls.

For a location as historic as the Golden Gate Bridge, Buckeye serves a distinctly modern-day menu with favorites like Oysters Bingo and Buckeye Smoked Chicken Wings. But Tyler thinks Buckeye's definitive updated classic is the S'More Pie with almonds, chocolate and heaps of marshmallow fluff.

On Food Network's Rachael's Vacation, Rachael Ray dines at Poggio Italian Restaurant, a classic Italian trattoria, serving seasonal foods cooked in their wood-roasting oven in Sausalito, CA.

In Berkeley, CA, Rachael Ray dines on seasonal, French and Italian-influenced dishes at Rivoli Restaurant on Food Network's Rachael's Vacation.

On Food Network's Rachael's Vacation, Rachael Ray stops by The Cheese Board Collective Cheese Shop in Berkeley, CA, for fresh baked goods and a selection of hundreds of gourmet cheeses.

Locals flock to La Note for weekend breakfast with an authentic French twist. Rachael guarantees you’ll get addicted to the pain perdu, or French toast, made with a delicious batter boasting hints of orange water and cinnamon. If you prefer protein, opt for the potato and caramelized onion omelet.