A visit to Ruth’s Chris Steak House is like a well-planned vacation — something to look forward to in anticipation of what’s to come. One step into its romantically lit dining room, and you know you’re on the verge of…
It’s the comforts of family and home that make an ordinary meal an unforgettable experience, and Sekiya’s Restaurant and Delicatessen has perfected this homey atmosphere. Next year, the family-run establishment celebrates 80 years of business. “What we serve is classic,…
Seated in Formaggio Wine Bar’s cavernous surroundings, the excitement in the air is palpable. The dimmed lights and cozy tables scattered throughout the spacious restaurant invite groups of people to sample delec-table eats. Located in Market City Shopping Center, Formaggio…
There’s no better time to indulge than the moment you wake up. Why not, right? Treating yourself to something a little special will give you just the right boost you need to tackle the day. With this in mind, the…
High ceilings and expansive windows draw in natural sunlight. In one corner of the room, a large, beautifully bare faux tree serves as a conversation starter. Two stories of dining opportunities, complete with a variety of chic tables and chairs…
Defy the laws of space and time, and travel to France without having to purchase a plane ticket. Nestled in the middle of downtown, directly across from Hawaii Theatre, Brasserie Du Vin offers a luxuriously Parisian-inspired atmosphere, with palate-pleasing dishes…
Red lanterns that hang from the ceiling add a burst of color to the spacious dining room at Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant. Tables equipped for smaller groups outline the restaurant, while larger round tables are situated in the center…
Take a departure from the usual downtown bustle and transport yourself to HASR Bistro’s cozy North Pauahi Street abode. There, restauranteur Terry Kakazu and executive chef Rodney Uyehara, who coown the eatery together, have created a luxuriously relaxed atmosphere and…
Indulgent eating isn’t about scarfing down everything in sight; sometimes, it means taking the time to savor the flavors and slowly satisfy your palate without over-doing it. Located in Pearl Kai Shopping Center, Mamaya offers an assortment of familiar okazu…
If you are anything like me, fantasies about what to order for dessert begin circling your mind before an appetizer has even arrived at the table. Don’t feel guilty. If a meal is like a sundae, then dessert is its…