August 25, 2015
Ruth's Chris Steak House
It’s no secret that Ruth’s Chris Steak House serves the finest USDA Prime steaks and fresh seafood, complemented with an award-winning wine list. But the renowned restaurant also has impressive appetizers and side dishes, including some that are on the…
August 25, 2015
Royal Palace Restaurant
When taking over a restaurant that has been part of a community for more than two decades, it’s quite a tall order to keep the patronage of longtime customers yet also draw in new diners with a fresh set of…
August 23, 2015
At the very first sign of rain, one of the things I instantly love to do is get ahold of my favorite warm and snuggly foods that I can curl up with on the couch and savor with a good…
August 18, 2015
Champs Sports Grill
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: New York Deli Pastrami Sandwich ($16) With football season about to kick off in a couple of weeks, Champs Sports Grill on Waialae Avenue is here for all your game-watching and dining…
August 18, 2015
JJ's Bistro & French Pastry
When asked what time he gets in every morning, Preseuth “JJ” W. Luangkhot — chef and owner of JJ Bistro & French Pastry — replies with a laugh, “I never sleep; I live here.” He goes on to explain, “If…
August 18, 2015
New Eagle Cafe
As multiple generations of local diners can attest, New Eagle Cafe continues to serve up an alluring array of local-style comfort food favorites at affordable prices. The popular dining destination is located in Nimitz Center, conveniently situated along Nimitz Highway…
August 18, 2015
Good Fortune Chinese Restaurant
There might be a lot of Chinese eateries around town, but the newly opened Good Fortune stands out from the moment you walk in the door: White table cloths, a clean dining room and a friendly server greet you. Plus,…
August 18, 2015
Kawika's Kooler, Tutu's Sweet Shop
Polynesian Cultural Center long has been revered as a hub of island culture and entertainment, but did you know that it also is a place where kamaaina and visitors alike may have unforgettable dining experiences? Within Hukilau Marketplace, the Laie…
August 18, 2015
Ray's BYOB Kitchen
Thirty five years ago, Raymond Chau was working in the very same location that his new restaurant, Ray’s BYOB Kitchen, stands today. Having just opened shop three months ago, the chef and owner is getting reacquainted with his prime location…
August 18, 2015
Asian Mix
People usually can gauge if a restaurant is good by its lines and crowd. One of my favorite casual eateries is Asian Mix, where there’s a steady traffic of customers moving in and out of the restaurant every time I’m…