March 8, 2015
Formaggio Wine Bar
Where have you been all my life?” It’s a common question one asks after having discovered that one in a million diamond in the rough. And it’s the exact inquiry Dining Out demanded to know after having found Formaggio Wine…
March 8, 2015
Cajun King
With tables covered in butcher paper and an entire paper towel roll available to patrons, Cajun King is just the place to stuff yourself silly with Louisiana-inspired seafood. Take a look around the Kaneohe locale, and you’ll see just that:…
March 8, 2015
Mamaya
With two establishments in Ala Moana and Pearl Kai, Mama-ya has made a name for itself with its affordable bentos and lunches. Now Downtown Honolulu also can enjoy the flavors of Mama-ya at its newest location on Bishop Street. Officially…
March 8, 2015
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant
If you ever wondered what happened to the landmark Kwok’s Chop Suey in Kaimuki, it’s still there. Well, sort of. It’s now known as Hung Won Seafood Restaurant, renamed by the Lee family who took over the restaurant in the…
March 8, 2015
Wailana Coffee House
Like many holidays that originated with religious significance, St. Patrick’s Day has been appropriated to be a celebration of less pious things. Namely, in this case, beer. But let’s not forget that there also is a lot of great food…
March 8, 2015
Minamoto Kitchoan
A closer look at this week’s special: Usagisan ($24 for 10-piece set, $4.80 for 2 pieces) Through the glass doors hina-ningyo are on display at Minamoto Kitchoan in Ala Moana Center. The seven-tiered presentation is ladened with Japanese dolls and…
March 8, 2015
Whatcha Fillin'
We’ve all had that conversation at some point or other with our significant others when trying to pick a place to eat. It goes something like this: “Whatcha fillin’ like tonight?” “I don’t know, whatcha fillin’ like?” “I don’t know,…
March 8, 2015
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant
Take a seat at the King’s table at Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant, where the 8,000-square-foot dining area resembles one straight from a castle. Its mahogany walls, ornate crystal chandeliers and Chinese-style embellishments evoke dignified flair. And the culinary samplings? Well,…
March 8, 2015
Ocean House
Every year on March 17, the Irish and the Irish-at-heart across the world gather to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. The holiday, which first began simply as a religious day of feasting in honor of the patron saint of Ireland, now…
March 8, 2015
Canton Seafood Restaurant, Stage Restaurant
Lately I’ve been in a bit of a rut. Every now and then, I fall into a vicious cycle of keeping myself extremely busy and not wanting to sleep (even though it’s clear that I need to). Practically having hit…
