Spreading the Love for Nabe

When Ichiriki Japanese Nabe Restaurant opened its first location in 2006, owners Issei Kazama and Riki Kobayashi promised to do their absolute best to make their customers happy. The Piikoi Street restaurant quickly became popular for its nabe or Japanese…

Serving Up a Modern, Elegant Dining Experience

Perhaps the only thing better than a great meal is having a beautiful place to enjoy it with family and friends. Nowhere else is such a belief so strongly agreed upon than among the beautiful islands of Hawaii. So it…

Bursting With Lemon Zing!

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade — and while you’re at it, how about some Honey Glazed Lemon Chicken, Lemon Crepes and Lemonade Crabcake? They will all put a little zing in your step! This week, Ono readers, it’s…

Issue April 28 – May 4, 2013

Times They are A-Changin’ at Todai

Toru Makino is a legend in the dining scene, both here at home and across the globe. He opened Todai Restaurant, an upscale international sushi and seafood buffet establishment, in December 1999 in Waikiki and later ended up selling the…

Asian Mix

At Asian Mix it’s easy to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal on the go or on the spot. Owner Daniel Leung listens to his customers and offers up new menu items to please everyone. Customers can order and go in a…

Seared and Served in a New York Minute

It’s not easy being the chef, cook or server at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse. The long history of outstanding food and fine service has created a level of expectation that demands nothing but a first rate dining experience. This is true whether…

Gimme Some Healthy Lovin’

The hostess who warmly welcomes you into Kenny’s Restaurant also beckons you back to a golden, bygone era. Take a seat at a comfy booth by a window, listen to the oldies-but-goodies playing overhead and peruse the classic, local specials…

Island Flavors Attract Worldwide Customers

The menu at Asahi Grill covers a lot of ground. From local favorites including loco moco, to American breakfast classics such as Banana Hotcakes and Japanese donburi, Asahi Grill truly has something for everyone. “All of our chefs are very…

Let the Festive-Eats Begin!

When celebrating any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party or a holiday gathering, I’m sure you’ll agree that a good spread of edibles — especially desserts — is crucial. That’s why sweet delights from Larry’s Bakery have been in demand…