July 29, 2012
La Palme D'or
Conveniently located in Ala Moana Center, Patisserie La Palme D’Or blends French flavors with Japanese craftsmanship to create tasty (and beautiful) pastries that tourists and locals adore. Executive chef Akiko Kimura and chef Hikaru Hatano concoct treats that will satisfy…
July 29, 2012
Camellia Buffet
Serving Hawaii for almost 30 years is Camellia Buffet on McCully Street. From the minute you walk in the delicious yakiniku aroma fills the room as guests cook their food at their table. Most popular at Camellia Buffet are its…
July 29, 2012
Plaza Cafe
It’s 7 a.m., you’ve made it to the airport in time to check in for your flight, but now you’ve got an hour and a half before your departure and those hunger pangs are starting to kick in. Sound familiar?…
July 29, 2012
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant
Located on the top floor of Ala Moana Center (just up the ramp from Mai Tai Bar), Jade Dynasty Seafood restaurant serves up authentic Hong Kong-style cuisine in a welcoming, elegant atmosphere. The restaurant has an extensive menu, which includes…
July 29, 2012
3660 On the Rise
Known for its Pacific Rim cuisine, 3660 on the Rise presents its patrons with exemplary fare. Most recently, celebrity chef Russell Siu held a cooking class with food enthusiasts on the premises. Together they created Salmon Carpaccio with Arugula and…
July 29, 2012
Nuuanu Okazuya
Nothing says comfort food more than the scrumptious local grinds found at Nuuanu Okazuya. Open from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sundays, many are waking…
July 29, 2012
Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant
The next time it’s got to be Chinese food and nothing else, you’ll be more than satisfied with the selection at Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant. Tucked away in Niu Valley Center, the ornately decorated eatery — complete with dragon and…
July 29, 2012
Atlantis Seafood & Steak
Ross and Forever 21 opened, in part, to bring more locals into Waikiki. Here’s another reason, Atlantis Steak and Seafood for pupus. Well, anything, but this is an appetizer column, so I’ll leave the rest of the menu to my…
July 29, 2012
Romano's Macaroni Grill
Not for a minute should you overlook Romano’s Macaroni Grill when the idea for Italian comes to mind. New executive chef Nawai Kekoolani helped open Macaroni Grill before stepping aside as corporate chef of Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse. Well, Kekoolani is…
July 29, 2012
Hanaki Restaurant
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…
