February 23, 2020
Kuhio Grille
ANNE LEE speaks with managers SHANNON, ERIN and LAUREN ARAKI One thing that makes Hawaii’s culture stand out is the aloha spirit that fills each ohana. This aloha spirit is even more enjoyable when shared around a good meal. Whether…
February 16, 2020
Mahina & Sun's
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: CUSTOM ORDER VEGAN CAKES ($125-$150) Mahina & Sun’s continues to call to taste buds and this time it’s with the addition of custom order vegan cakes made by executive chef Nani Keaulana-Kuloloia.…
February 16, 2020
Happy Days Chinese Restaurant
All those “in the know” about where to find delicious Hong Kong-style dim sum service and more continually stop into Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant when they’re in the mood to satisfy their cravings. Boasting the perfect moniker, Happy Days…
February 16, 2020
Bangkok Chef
In 2001, Bangkok Chef opened its doors as a humble produce shop in the little strip mall at the corner of Nuuanu Avenue and Hialoa Street. Almost 20 years later, Bangkok Chef is now a successful restaurant franchise with fi…
February 16, 2020
Rocky Japanese Steak Teppan Restaurant
The iconic flavors from the East and Westflavorful converge in the middle of the Pacific at Rocky Japanese Steak Teppan Restaurant, and local diners benefit big time as menu items are paired with a memorable setting and stellar customer service. After…
February 16, 2020
Here’s a little imagination game for all of you Dining Out readers: Think back to when you were a kid in grade school, and it was the day of your favorite lunch fixings. What comes to mind? Corn chowder and…
February 16, 2020
Ruth's Chris Steak House
For its first TasteMaker Dinner of 2020, set for Feb. 26, Ruth’s Chris Steak House could not have picked a better partner than Rombauer Vineyards. After all, vineyard founder Koerner Rombauer’s greataunt, Irma Rombauer, was the author of internationally acclaimed…
February 16, 2020
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
It takes more than a fire to keep a good plate lunch place down. In September 2019, an accidental fire erupted at the Wahiawa L&L Hawaiian Barbecue. According to the Honolulu Fire Department, the restaurant sustained about $85,000 in damages.…
February 16, 2020
Cafe Kalawe
Food evokes memories, and in some cases transports diners back in time — that’s exactly what the Kalawe ohana aims to do with each delicious made-from-scratch dish it serves up at Cafe Kalawe. Headed by Nani and Ray Kalawe, the family…
February 16, 2020
The Mandalay
Guests partake in the finest and freshest Chinese culinary delights when they enter The Mandalay on Alakea Street in downtown Honolulu. Co-owned by Linda Chan with her husband, Larry, the restaurant features a light, airy sophisticated environment complete with high…
