All-You-Can-Eat Treats

As noon approaches at Camellia Buffet, it happens like clockwork: A large group of guests files into the restaurant. It’s a lively get-together, with the friends chatting and laughing with one another as they are joined by more. After finding…

ZPizza for the Purest of Palates

Having emerged from its Southern California roots in Laguna Beach, Zpizza made Hawaii its home nearly four years ago. The first location made a name for itself at Ward Centers in 2008 with a second location popping up in Kailua…

Dim Sum Done Just Right

By Jaimie Kim If you’ve been searching for dim sum to come back to, but haven’t found one that feels like home, look no further than The Mandalay. Translated into English, dim sum means “touch of heart,” and The Mandalay…

Make Time for Million

By Rachel Breit Whether joining coworkers for lunch or family for dinner, a friendly greeting and dishes both refreshing and hearty can be found at Million Restaurant at a reasonable price. “Our food tastes good and the price is really…

Beefing Up on Braised Short Ribs

Beef, it’s what’s for dinner! Yet, a carnivore’s biggest let down is a deceiving slab of onolicious meat that is, oh, so … tough. We’re talking a degree of toughness where your knife can’t even cut through it, and you…

Issue November 4 – 10, 2012

A Catered Experience Serves Up a Thanksgiving Feast

As Thanksgiving approaches, thoughts of moist turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy begin to take the spotlight as friends and families prepare to gather for various celebrations in less than three weeks. However, along with the stomach-stuffing food favorites and…

Kozo Sushi

On the go? Kozo Sushi has it all, especially when it comes to mouth-watering take-out sushi options. Yet, Kozo doesn’t stop there, instead this well-known eatery is making a name for itself with its delicious bentos as well. After serving…

Kenny’s Restaurant

For almost 50 years Kenny’s Restaurant, located in Kamehameha Shopping Center, has been the perfect place to get together with family and friends for a great meal. Dining Out was fortunate to catch up with Randall Harakal, DJ Watson and…

Local Grinds to the Max

Moanalua Shopping Center is home to Loco Moco Drive Inn, the place to be for all of your local favorites — yes, this includes loco moco, of course. Owned and operated by Sheng Zhu, this most sought-after eatery opened its…