January 13, 2019
Wolfgang's Steakhouse
No matter your political affiliation, it must be tremendously exciting when a former American president and his wife show up at your restaurant for a meal. That’s what happened this past Monday (Jan. 7) at Wolfgang’s Steakhouse, when Barack and…
January 13, 2019
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant
Like many Chinese foods served around Lunar New Year, jin dui have special symbolic significance. The deep-fried golden orbs of dough are considered lucky because the way they expand as they cook is a metaphor for a small venture that…
January 6, 2019
Genki Sushi
Roughly translated from the Japanese language, the word “genki” means “vigor.” So, if you’re seeking stamina in the new year, or really any time at all, Genki Sushi is a super source for invigorating sushi, sashimi, soups and salads. And…
January 6, 2019
Hoy Tin Kitchen
In China, a Cantonese idiom translates into “being the first to have the soup,” which means taking the greatest advantage of a situation. And that’s not hard to do at Hoy Tin Kitchen. “Our portions are big and the prices…
December 30, 2018
The Surfing Pig
Among Kaimuki’s intriguingly funky eateries is The Surfing Pig on Waialae Avenue. If you’re in the area around noon any day of the week, check out The Surfing Pig’s lunch menu. Old School Sandwich ($12.50) is made with Kono’s 12-Hour…
December 30, 2018
Kau Kau Grill
It’s a busy Saturday at Kau Kau Grill and the local eatery in the industrial heart of Mapunapuna is practically busting at the seams. A trio of roofers on a break from a day of overtime come in and order…
December 30, 2018
Little Village Noodle House
Chinese New Year is more than a month away, but David Chang, managing partner of Little Village Noodle House, has already begun to plan a menu for the event. The celebratory spread will be a spectacular feast of 10 courses,…
December 23, 2018
Yellow Cab Pizza Co
If you’ve ever tried a Yellow Cab Pizza Co. pie, you already know what sets the delicious slices apart from the rest. “With other pizzas, the toppings stop one inch before the edge and there’s a thick crust,” says general…
December 16, 2018
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant
Picture your next holiday gathering. The table is laden with food — sashimi platters, noodle trays, chicken katsu, meatballs, pork ribs — all delicious, but nothing really surprising. And then you arrive, bearing a Stuffed Duck ($36) from Golden Palace…
December 16, 2018
Zippy's
Each December, Zippy’s Restaurants becomes a magical place for busy islanders seeking something special to take to their holiday gatherings. With more than 20 locations throughout the islands, most open 24 hours a day, Hawaii’s favorite restaurant has a platter…
