December 18, 2016
J-shop
Hawaii is heavily influenced by Japanese culture, so it’s no wonder a place like J-Shop exists. According to owner Hideyoshi Takasawa, 95 percent of the grocery store’s products are imported from Japan, making it perfect for anyone craving authentic Japanese…
December 18, 2016
Kahai Street Kitchen, Plumeria Beach House
Perhaps it’s the fact that some of the newest bars and restaurants are giving kamaaina access to Mexican flavors like they’ve never had them before, or maybe it has something to do with the dominance of street foods on the…
December 11, 2016
Uncle's Fish Market & Grill
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: Garlic Ahi ($25) Everyone in Hawaii has “uncles” — the ones who aren’t blood-related but might as well be. They taught you valuable life lessons, as well as some not-so-valuable ones. Uncle’s…
December 11, 2016
Zia's Caffe
Zia’s Caffe is a favorite for locals who love Italian food. So, with the holidays in full swing, the Kaneohe eatery will have its popular Prime Rib available ($29.95 for a 10 ounce cut) Dec. 16-18 and 23-24. And the…
December 11, 2016
Shiro's Saimin Haven
For those looking for smaller portions, Shiro’s Saimin Haven has the perfect solution: The long-time Waimalu eatery just started to offer mini plates at the beginning of this month. According to general manager Bryce Fujimoto, mini plates were on Shiro’s…
December 11, 2016
3660 On the Rise
As the culinary craftspeople at 3660 on the Rise update the restaurant’s popular menu in time for the new year, the process revolves around rejuvenation rather that reinvention. Chef de cuisine Lydell Leong embraces the challenge of composing alluring new…
December 11, 2016
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
It might be hard to believe, but the now-ubiquitous L&L Hawaiian Barbecue restaurants began as a dairy on Liliha Street that served plate lunches. Founders Johnson Kam and Eddie Flores have been growing the restaurant since 1976, when they started…
December 11, 2016
Happy Days Chinese Restaurant
In light of Chinese New Year quickly approaching, Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant is preparing to bring good fortune, via good eats, to all of its guests throughout the coming Year of the Rooster. With good fortune comes good times,…
December 11, 2016
Kam Bowl Restaurant
Old school meets new flavors at Kam Bowl, a Kalihi-based restaurant that serves local favorites at affordable prices. The eatery opened in January, replacing Kenny’s Restaurant, and it already is a hit among area residents and visitors. Naomi Crouch, Kam…
December 11, 2016
Chef Chai
For a dining experience that exemplifies modern elegance, one must head to Chef Chai on Kapiolani Boulevard. The one-of-a-kind restaurant seamlessly blends inspiring Asian fusion cuisine with top-notch service and a host of special menus throughout the year, all in…
