February 2, 2014
YuZu
For more than two years, YuZu in Ala Moana Hotel, has entertained tourists and locals alike with its festive, comfy interior and a menu bursting with color and flavor. Many dishes on the menu feature the iconic yuzu flavor, and…
February 2, 2014
53 By The Sea
Upon your first step into 53 By The Sea, you know you’re in for something special. From the elegant dining area to the stunning oceanfront views, the fine-dining restaurant pulls you in immediately with its alluring ambiance. And you’ll be…
February 2, 2014
Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine
At Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine in Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort and Spa, the overall dining experience is as much a priority as its stellar cuisine. A large, bronze buddha at the entrance of the restaurant is an indicator of the…
February 2, 2014
Fendu Boulangerie
With an inundation of chilly days in the Islands over the last couple of weeks, I’ve found myself facing a recurring scenario: My sweater’s on, I know I shouldn’t be complaining because Mainland winters are much more frosty, but the…
February 2, 2014
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant may be the most recognizable eatery in Chinatown. Its large, red pillars have been used as a meeting place and geographical landmark for decades. Golden Palace has also been a hot spot for diners in the…
February 2, 2014
Asahi Grill
Known for almost seven years now as the “Original Home of the Famous Oxtail Soup,” Asahi Grill, located on Ward Avenue, has become known as the local “go-to” Japanese restaurant as well. High praise, yet the veggie in me wants…
February 2, 2014
Tropical Tribe
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: TROPICAL TRIBE BOWL WITH TROPICAL TOPPING ($5.50 SMALL, $7.50 REGULAR, $9 LARGE; ADD $1.70 FOR TROPICAL TOPPING) What began as a small business run from a food truck on Kapiolani Boulevard, Tropical…
February 2, 2014
Genki Sushi
Where our eyes go, our tongues follow. It is this zen-like philosophy that Genki Sushi subscribes to, down to a T — green tea, in fact — providing a haven for sushi and “see” food enthusiasts. The kaiten-style sushi eatery…
February 2, 2014
Kiwami Ramen
With all the recent rain and windy weather, all I’ve been wanting to eat is a warm bowl of ramen. So, I recently visited Kiwami Japanese Ramen, which was previously located in Waikiki Shopping Plaza for a decade, and moved…
February 2, 2014
Japengo
A manifestation of Pacific Rim fusion abounds at Japengo situated in Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa where Asian culinary methods are integrated with an essence of what chef de cuisine Jon Matsubara calls “California freshness” combined with a…
