Pearl City residents, as well as hungry patrons across Oahu, can look forward to visiting the newly reopened IHOP location in Times Square Shopping Center as a favorite spot to “come in hungry and leave happy and full.” Multiple generations…
The “best of the best quality” chicken — or bb.q Chicken — has arrived on Oahu. And, the eatery’s astute attention to detail has chicken connoisseurs flocking to its Kahala and Aiea locations. At bb.q Chicken, poultry perfection is reached…
Andrea Tournis-Vagenas knows how to whip up popcorn with flavorful twists, and in August, the Island Popper owner is bringing back three favorite flavors for customers’ enjoyment: Mac Nut Caramel, Curry Ramen and the campfire classic S’mores. “We have two…
For one exclusive night, The Kahala Hotel & Resort’s executive chef Jonathan Mizukami’s Huakai Chef Series ($295) returns to Hoku’s featuring one-starred Michelin chef/owner Rodney Wages of Avery in San Francisco. In Hawaiian, huakai means “to travel, voyage.” Chef Jonathan’s…
Known for its various local plate lunches and iconic colorful rainbow overhang, Rainbow Drive-In’s first location opened along Kapahulu Avenue on Oct. 2, 1961. Since then, the restaurant has opened locations in Kalihi and Pearlridge Center. The family-owned and -operated…
Sit down at Sushi Aki’s intimate establishment in Kaimuki and admire the way the Japan-trained chefs curate sophisticated sushi from the season’s freshest catch. With a menu that is updated monthly, diners are always delighted by seasonal seafood selections and…
A culinary favorite in Hawaii, smoked meat can be challenging to find, but at Guava Smoked, owner Scott Shibuya creates this infused treat for customers across Oahu. “Our friendly staff, local vibe and uniquely local smoked goodies are what we…
The most seasoned local diners are the first to note that visiting well-established hole-in-the-wall eateries usually leads to success when it comes to finding delicious dishes without all the hoopla. Ginza Won Restaurant has served popular Korean dishes crafted with…
Anne Lee speaks with The Social Honolulu owner HUCK “ALPHA” KIM | Huck “Alpha” Kim is the food maker, owner, jet setter and janitor at The Social Honolulu. In 2012, he collaborated with a few other partners to open the…
Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Wade Ueoka and Michelle Karr-Ueoka, MW Restaurant (M for Michelle and W for Wade — get it?) is celebrating a major milestone this month. Its 10-year anniversary event takes place 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 27…