OkinawaFood

A Toast with Root Beer: American Drive-In Breakfast

About this spot

A&W, the American hamburger restaurant chain, was the first fast-food chain to arrive in Japan and has long been beloved in Okinawa, affectionately nicknamed "Enda" by locals. The Makiminato Branch along National Route 58 is a landmark establishment that preserves the drive-in style where customers order from their cars and receive their meals at their seats. The signature root beer is a carbonated beverage with a distinctive herbal aroma derived from over a dozen varieties of herbs, and when enjoyed in-store, you can enjoy unlimited refills—a generous tradition that remains intact. Biting into the signature Mozza Burger while gazing out at the American landscape through the window creates an unforgettable breakfast moment, as if you've traveled across the sea.

Tips

If you have the chance, park in the drive-in space and experience the order process just like in an American movie. Root beer has a distinctive flavor, so opinions may vary—try a sip first before committing. The morning hours are relatively relaxed, but as noon approaches, the establishment fills with families.