July 17, 2022
Nanzan Giro Giro
By putting a modern spin on the traditional kaiseki course menu concept, chef/owner Yoshihiro Matsumoto brings intention and fresh local flavors to every bite served up at Nanzan Giro Giro. Matsumoto and the owner of the original Giro Giro Kyoto…
July 17, 2022
Young's Fish Market
As its team strives to deliver traditional Hawaiian meals in a comfortable family-friendly environment, Young’s Fish Market delights local diners by serving up some of the island’s most delicious local food favorites as it has done since 1951. Young’s Fish…
July 17, 2022
Big City Diner
Enjoying barbecue and refreshing cold lemonade is a storied summertime activity, and that experience can be relived at longtime local favorite restaurant — Big City Diner. When the friendly server asks for the drink selection, the secret menu Samurai Li-Hing…
July 17, 2022
Genki Sushi
More than 50 years ago, 24-year-old Japanese sushi chef Fumio Saito had a vision to create a sushi restaurant with an — at the time — unheard of component known as “kaiten sushi” (which translates to “revolving”). In 1968, he…
July 17, 2022
Aloha Steak House
ANNE LEE speaks with Aloha Steak House general manager KENNY SHIZAWA Waikiki is home to many famous restaurants, and the group at Zetton Inc. offers six options within walking distance of each other with clever, insightful names for each entity.…
July 10, 2022
Asian Mix
Drive into the covered Safeway parking lot off Beretania in Honolulu to find ample parking spaces and a culinary treasure: Asian Mix. A fusion of Chinese, Japanese and local flavors, takeout plates from Asian Mix are not only ono and…
July 10, 2022
Rainbow Drive-In
From its array of iconic plate lunches to delicious a la carte selections and slush floats, which are perfect during the hot summer months, Rainbow Drive-In continues to serve up aloha in each of its signature locally inspired meals as…
July 10, 2022
O Bar
O Bar at Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach is a welcoming environment, overlooking the impressive two-story Oceanarium filled with colorful fish. There are weekly tank talks for guests, as well as feedings with on-site aquarists, who provide education about the various…
July 10, 2022
Olive Garden
After years of waiting, local enthusiasts of Italian cuisine now have two convenient Olive Garden locations to frequent and enjoy their favorite entrées, desserts, salads, soups and appetizers: Hookipa Terrace at Ala Moana Center and The Village at Ka Makana…
July 10, 2022
Mahina & Sun's
ANNE LEE speaks with Mahina & Sun’s executive chef ERIK LEONG and bar czar CHRISTIAN TAIBI Bastille Day is recognized in many parts of the world. Historically celebrated on July 14 as France’s version of our Independence Day — often…
