In a recent hunger-inducing conversation with fellow foodie and Dining Out contributor Lynsey Beth Futa, she perfectly described lap cheong to me as “the Chinese version of bacon.” I couldn’t have said it better myself, considering the sweet-and-savory sausage, like…
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: BIJIN NABE ($25, WITH MINIMUM OF TWO ORDERS PER TABLE) To describe newly opened Tsukada Nojo as merely a hot pot and nabe restaurant would be robbing it of its refreshing uniqueness.…
If you’ve ever visited a Ruby Tuesday on the mainland, you’ve probably noticed something a little different about its locations here in Hawaii. All five Ruby Tuesday Hawaii restaurants display oil paintings and china plates, standard décor at more than…
Fairwood Drive Inn and Pho 27 Café owner Tiffany Ko has spent the majority of her life perfecting her culinary skills. She started cooking alongside her father when she was just 10 years old. And while Ko has always enjoyed…
Since 1969, Wailana Coffee House has been a classic favorite, filling up soulful cups of hot java and gifting diners with the nostalgic feel of a good old-fashioned coffee house. With Father’s Day here, treat the man of the house…
In terms of sustainability and fresh fish, Uncle’s Fish Market & Grill is the “reel” deal. Whether you visit the Pier 38 restaurant for lunch or dinner, you’re sure to get high-quality seafood. In fact, the restaurant has long been…
With countless new restaurants popping up around Waikiki and Downtown Honolulu, sometimes it’s nice to return to your favorite classics. New Eagle Cafe, for example, has been proudly serving kamaaina and tourists since it first opened in the 1950s. This…
Whether you’re trying to watch what you eat, or are just too busy to plan out your meals for the week, let alone the day, GRYLT’s new meal-prep program can help. Launched early this year, the unique program provides up…
At Kau Kau Grill, the concept is simple: serve ono food coupled with quick, friendly service and without any unnecessary frills. Manager Ryan Souza explains that the restaurant takes pride in “making the best food around, from ribs to shrimp.…
If you’ve ever looked for quality Japanese sushi at the best price available, you’ve probably ventured to Kozo Sushi. With six locations across Oahu alone, Kozo is the go-to choice for sushi lovers who prefer to dine on sushi in…