May 22, 2016
Pagoda Floating Restaurant
Through the doors of Pagoda Floating Restaurant, a thriving koi pond, intimate bungalows and a buffet line filled with fresh, locally inspired fare awaits diners. The oasis-like establishment almost seems out of place in the middle of bustling Honolulu, but…
May 15, 2016
Fendu Boulangerie
Fendu Boulangerie has entered its seventh year of business, and it’s feeling like lucky No. 7 indeed for owner and chef Niel Koep. His bakery has reached that sweet spot where it has numerous signature menu items, an adoring legion…
May 15, 2016
Zia's Caffe
Best known as a family favorite on the Windward side of Oahu, Zia’s Caffe has become a staple for its authentic Italian food and exceptional customer service. The eatery first opened in 1998 at its former location in Kailua, and…
May 15, 2016
Sekiya's Restaurant
Simplicity and longevity at their finest are offered at Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen. For 80 years now, the establishment has withstood the test of time, and has proven itself to be an island-wide favorite among locals and tourists alike. The…
May 15, 2016
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant
By Ellise Kakazu If you find yourself strolling through the streets of Kaimuki and discover Hung Won Seafood Restaurant, make a stop for some old-school Chinese food. Hung Won has stood the test of restaurant-time, as it has been in…
May 15, 2016
3660 On the Rise, JJ's Bistro & French Pastry
We all know what happens when any baby enters the room: Everyone gathers around the newborn with googly eyes, singing praises in their best baby voice and gushing over the little one’s cuteness. Well, I love adorable wee ones as…
May 15, 2016
Magnolia Ice Cream & Treats
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: Mahalo-Halo ($5.99) Getting a sweet taste of the Philippines has gotten a lot easier since Magnolia Ice Cream & Treats opened its second location in the state at Kapalama Shopping Center. The…
May 15, 2016
Camellia Buffet
Those who love meat can rejoice, as countless options abound at yakiniku eatery Camellia Buffet. Whether you want Spicy Fried Chicken, Boneless Kalbi or Beef Brisket, you’re sure to satisfy your carnivorous cravings. According to general manager Kelly Park, Camellia…
May 15, 2016
Odori-Ko
When the restaurant that their parents had been running for 40 years had to move out of Waikiki for renovations in the area, brother and sister Hiro Takei and Rie Takei-Akita couldn’t bear to see it close for good. So…
May 15, 2016
The Veranda
When it comes to enjoying after-work drinks and pupus in style, The Veranda at The Kahala Hotel & Resort raises the bar with its monthly Social Hour Pau Hana menu. This month, executive chef Wayne Hirabayashi takes his culinary cues…
