February 23, 2014
Big City Diner
“Biggie, Biggie, Biggie can’t you see, sometimes your words just hypnotize me…” the catchy chorus from the Notorious B.I.G. song wafts across the radio as I enter the doors of Big City Diner in Pearlridge East. But at this “Big”…
February 23, 2014
Seoul Garden Yakiniku
Gather your loved ones together and come to the garden — Seoul Garden Yakiniku, that is! Enjoy tasty, authentic Korean barbecue cooked right before your eyes. Each course includes a bowl of rice, choice of soup and seven banchan, so…
February 23, 2014
Formaggio Wine Bar
Niraj Maskey was a regular at Formaggio Wine Bar in Honolulu and loved the restaurant so much that when its (former) owners decided to sell it about a year and a half ago, he took it under his wing. Since…
February 23, 2014
Five Star International Buffet
High-quality dining hits its peak at Five Star International Buffet, conveniently located in Waikiki’s Royal Hawaiian Center. Take a seat and enjoy a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere while feasting on a buffet designed for royalty. While the restaurant’s lunch and…
February 23, 2014
Pagoda Floating Restaurant
Growing up, when Jason Takemura’s family had a special occasion to celebrate, Pagoda Floating Restaurant was their go-to spot. In 2010, When Takemura took over as executive chef and partner of the restaurant, he sought to bring it back to…
February 23, 2014
Max's of Manila
These days, Filipino cooking has become comfort food for me. It’s what I get for dating a half-Filipino guy whose grandmother prepares at least one Filipino dish each Sunday for dinner. Trust me, I’m not complaining. The only downside is…
February 23, 2014
Cake Works
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM CAKE: ($18 FOR 6-INCH, $30 FOR 8-INCH, $4 PER SLICE) You can have your cake and eat it too at Cake Works, an award-winning patisserie that offers specialty…
February 23, 2014
Kau Kau Grill
When it comes to the flavorful, saucy realm of barbecued fare, styles vary across the board. Journey to North Carolina and you’ll taste mouthwatering pulled pork enlivened with vinegar-based barbecue sauce. Meanwhile, a visit to Tennessee will prompt a slathering…
February 23, 2014
The Mandalay
For years, The Mandalay on Alakea Street has been a go to place for large groups looking to enjoy tasty Cantonese cuisine. But while the restaurant is large enough to accommodate 320 people, it’s also comfortable enough for an intimate…
February 23, 2014
Little Village Noodle House
In photography it’s called the decisive moment — that fraction of a second when the photographer squeezes the shutter and captures magic. Right then, a photograph is born. For a hungry person, stumbling into a restaurant in the midst of…
