April 29, 2018
Max's of Manila
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: BICOL EXPRESS ($15.50) Family traditions are one of the best things to hand down to your keiki — from recipes, like grandma’s famous banana bread and Mom’s pot roast, to your home’s…
April 29, 2018
Stage Restaurant
Stage Restaurant at Honolulu Design Center honors moms with a special Mother’s Day brunch menu on May 13, available from 9:30 am to 1:30 p.m. (last seating). Executive chef Ron de Guzman and pastry chef Cainan Sabey have prepared an…
April 29, 2018
Genki Sushi
BY JACK DANILEWICZ A commitment to service, namely a “customer comes first” mindset, has always been the prevailing theme for Genki Sushi and its locations throughout the world. Genki’s founder Fumio Saito was just 24 years old when he helped…
April 29, 2018
Mina's Fish House
Perched above the white sand shores and glistening Pacific on Oahu’s west side, Mina’s Fish House in the Four Seasons Resort at Ko Olina pleases restaurant-goers with its line-to-table philosophy. The eatery’s concept gives guests an elevated and authentic dining…
April 29, 2018
Sekiya's Restaurant, Wailana Coffee House
I’ve always been a vintage kind of girl. I love me some classic rock n’ roll, as is evident in the stack of old vinyl records in my room, and I’ve always enjoyed scouring thrift and antique shops for dusty…
April 29, 2018
Hoku's
For almost 55 years, The Kahala Hotel & Resort has attracted a wide range of high-profile clientele, from the Dalai Lama to Queen Elizabeth to the Rolling Stones. Locals and tourists also have been drawn to The Kahala’s beaches, ballrooms,…
April 29, 2018
Napoleon's Bakery
When it comes to special events, celebrations and everyday indulgences, Napoleon’s Bakery continues to serve as Hawaii’s “sweet spot” by crafting an array of signature treats, decadent desserts and creative cakes. “Our cakes are made from scratch,” says Jan Tsukazaki,…
April 22, 2018
Il Lupino
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: ACAI BOWL AND BELGIAN WAFFLE ($14 EACH) When Wolfgang Zwiener set out to open up the Italian restaurant of his dreams — Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar — the name for…
April 22, 2018
Big City Diner
Big City Diner, which celebrates 20 years this fall, is known for its ono local American comfort food featuring fresh ingredients, original recipes, homemade sauces and dressings, and service with aloha. Among the favorites on the menu are Ani’s Cinnamon…
April 22, 2018
Makino Waikiki
Toru Makino’s seafood buffet was one of the first in the country when he first opened its doors — and 35 years later, Makino Waikiki’s all-you-can-eat buffet still holds strong to this day. What’s more, the eatery is offering a…
