December 25, 2016
Bills Hawaii, GRYLT
Merry Christmas to you and yours, Ono readers! I hope that Santa has been good to all of you, and that rather than ending up with coal in your stockings this morning, you’ve a tummy full of good food instead.…
December 18, 2016
Sakura Terrace
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: Deluxe Sakura Chirashi Don ($27) It’s no secret that the Japanese are experts when it comes to fine details, whether it be the intricate patterns of a silk kimono or always perfectly…
December 18, 2016
Cafe Lani
From Dec. 1 to Jan. 8, customers at Café Lani Hawaii can enjoy a special Holiday Menu. According to chef Masayuki Ohara, the seasonal selection features three different menu items — Garden Fruit Salad ($25), Chicken Leg Confit ($30) and…
December 18, 2016
Big City Diner
Big City Diner is ending 2016 with a bang by serving holiday specials on Christmas Eve and Day, as well as New Year’s Eve and Day. The local dining chain’s breakfast and brunch menu boasts a New York Steak and…
December 18, 2016
Noi Thai Cuisine
Step inside Noi Thai Cuisine, and it feels like you’ve entered the royal palace of Thailand. The dark wood tables, black napkins with gold wreaths, floating candles and comfortable, plush seats are a far cry from Hawaii’s mom-and-pop eateries. Open…
December 18, 2016
House Of Wong Restaurant
If anything speaks to just how much Michael Wang loves the food industry, it’s this: He has a background in banking and finance, but after taking a part-time restaurant job while going to grad school, he never left. Instead, he…
December 18, 2016
Aja Sushi & Bento
Judging by the crowd at Aja Sushi & Bento, you know the food has to be good. Since opening its first restaurant on Fort Street Mall in 1999, the family-run business has become popular for its Korean sushi and bento…
December 18, 2016
Franky Fresh
Similar to hip-hop, a mouthwatering burger is just one of those things that never goes out of style. That vibe is perfectly captured at Franky Fresh, Kaimuki’s newest spot for burgers and milkshakes. After growing up with a family very…
December 18, 2016
Zippy's
While its convenient locations serve as go-to dining destinations throughout the year, Zippy’s Restaurants also is poised for the bustling holiday season with a host of special offerings and gift ideas. Zippy’s has built its stellar reputation over the past…
December 18, 2016
Fendu Boulangerie
Those looking for holiday treats will find their sweet spot at Fendu Boulangerie. According to chef and owner Niel Koep, Fendu has a great round-up of seasonal delights customers can enjoy. For starters, Buche De Noel is extremely popular, as…
