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Art Comes Full Circle at Tony Roma’s
In the fast-paced, ever-changing world we live in, it is rare to come across something truly timeless. Many long for “the good old days” when people were nicer and life was simpler. Thankfully, Tony Roma’s is an exception to the rule. Since the restaurant first opened its doors in 1972, Tony Roma’s has been serving…
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A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: ACAI BOWL ($10 SMALL, $14 LARGE) Top-grade, avant-garde cuisine is Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar’s specialty. Guests are invited to dine amid a serene garden setting or indoors where pizza, pastas, freshly carved cured meats and Italian cheeses are deliciously at your fingertips. Those begging for…
Continue »Magoo’s Mouthwatering Pizza
Long before food trucks became a fad, one mobile-based eatery staked its claim on Honolulu’s food scene: Magoo’s Pizza. Family-operated since it first opened in 1967, Magoo’s Pizza recently opened its newest location on Kapahulu Avenue. You’re more than welcome to create your own pizza. Consider, however, the notion of simply selecting from a list…
Continue »Korean Hibiscus BBQ
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining experience. This week, Dining Out gets the inside scoops from Korean Hibiscus BBQ owners Raymond…
Continue »Aureana Tseu
With an exotic external beauty that can’t go unnoticed, Aureana Tseu also has a deeply rooted inner beauty and exuberant spirit that’s brought to life with equal parts passion, determination and drive. Here at Atlantis Seafood & Steak in the heart of Waikiki, she flaunts a flirty dress perfect for spring in an eye-catching vibrant…
Continue »Craving a Bite of the Chicken That’s “Just Right”
It’s 4:30 a.m., are you already standing in line for Mitsu-Ken? Do you have their phone number programmed in your cell phone and call them more than your mother? Is Mitsu-ken your first stop after landing home from the airport? Did you freeze a stockpile of garlic chicken to take to college? If you answered…
Continue »An Un-Pho-Gettable Experience Awaits
With great-tasting food and stellar customer service served up at every visit, customers at Pho Mai Han are continually bowled over by the enjoyable experience coupled with flavorful pho and Vietnamese-inspired fare. Pho Mai Han opened its doors last June in Waipahu’s Westgate Center, and in the months since, diners have enjoyed innovative offerings that…
Continue »Savory Cinco de Mayo Specials
You may think of Kissaten Coffee Bar with fond memories of finals week and pulling all-nighters at the 24-hour restaurant. But what you may not have expected is the full-fledged menu with dishes that will make you realize the eatery is far more than a source of caffeine. “We’re not just a coffee shop,” says…
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Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining experience. This week, Dining Out gets the inside scoops from Good to Grill kitchen manager…
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A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: GRILLED TERIYAKI AHI STEAK ($32.50) If home is where the heart is, then, of course, there’s a special place in the hearts of many for Ocean House in Outrigger Reef on the Beach hotel in Waikiki, a homey oasis, where guests — visitors and locals alike —…
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