August 4, 2013
Wolfgang's Steakhouse
At age 11 and with no strings attached, Aidan James is taking the world by storm one strum at a time. Regarded as an ukulele virtuoso and “the Led Zeppelin of ukulele,” this hapa-haole superstar was born with an innate…
August 4, 2013
Asian Mix
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: MEAT SAUCE WON TON NOODLE ($7.95) Asian Mix captures a blend of Chinese, Japanese and local influences in its cuisine, and it’s this melting pot of flavors that entices customers with each…
August 4, 2013
Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant
Ala Moana Hotel is home to Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant, an oasis of superb cuisine centered around Hong Kong-style culinary craftsmanship. And from now through Sept. 19, Royal Garden is celebrating the Chinese holiday, affectionately termed Mid-Autumn Festival or Moon…
August 4, 2013
Cafe Julia, Fairwood Drive Inn and Pho 27 Cafe, The Mandalay
Earlier this week, Tropical Storm Flossie spun through the Islands and put on a bit of a thunder-and-lightning show. Accompanying the storm’s sights and sounds were the customary rain and heavy winds, which knocked out power in some parts of…
July 28, 2013
Morton's The Steakhouse
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: CENTER-CUT FILLET MIGNON OSCAR STYLE ($55 FOR FILLET, UPGRADE TO OSCAR STYLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL $12) Only the juciest of secrets are revealed at Morton’s The Steakhouse in Ala Moana Center. This…
July 28, 2013
HASR Bistro
Pamper your palate at HASR Bistro when in the mood for superlative melt-in-your-mouth, country-style fare. Co-owner, wine purveyor and restaurateur, Terry Kakazu opened this restaurant on North Pauahi Street with award-winning executive chef Rodney Uyehara last October, and business has…
July 28, 2013
53 By The Sea
Enter into a world of refined elegance at 53 By The Sea, a five-star dining establishment set to captivate its guests in all regards. Located on Ahui Street, where the former John Dominis once stood, the restaurant resembles a grandiose…
July 28, 2013
Kit n Kitchen, Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, Wailana Coffee House
Many Honolulu restaurants are making a mark on the local dining scene with contemporary eats that are trendy, delicious and intricate in preparation and presentation. And while grown-ups may rave about these glamorous eats, they may not necessarily be kid…
July 21, 2013
Eggs 'n Things
If the idea of pancakes, crepes, omelets and eggs has your mouth watering, then Eggs ‘n Things is a definite go-to hot spot. In case you haven’t noticed, word has spread, and the restaurant’s popularity has drawn in hungry diners…
July 21, 2013
Chef Chai
What’s in a name? Apparently a lot, when it’s Chef Chai we speak of. Chef Chai is a relatively new restaurant, named after its sole creator, celebrity chef Chai Chaowasaree. Having opened its doors for business this past March at…
