August 15, 2021
d.k. Steakhouse
When chef Dave “D.K.” Kodama and his expert culinary team looked at reopening his line of restaurants following an extended closure caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the veteran chef and restaurateur turned to his team to make it happen. Kodama…
August 8, 2021
Hawaiian Chip Company
Hawaiian Chip Company first started serving up its iconic purple Okinawan sweet potato chips 21 years ago in Ziploc bags for sale at local swap meets. These chips were, and remain, distinguishable from other similar products on the market because…
August 8, 2021
The Mandalay
The Mandalay reopened three months ago in Kaimuki after relocating from its larger downtown location, which served as the restaurant’s initial home since 2006 under the guidance of husband-and-wife owners Larry and Linda Chan. “The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to…
August 8, 2021
Island Popper
When Andrea Tournis-Vagenas and her husband moved to Hawaii from Chicago 10 years ago, life in the islands was great. However, a kernel of the Windy City was missing. Tournis-Vagenas was craving Garrett Popcorn, a, handcrafted Chicago-style popcorn that is…
August 1, 2021
St. Louis Drive In
After more than six decades of feeding multiple generations of families, St. Louis Drive In continues to serve as the go-to spot for local-style comfort food in the heart of Kaimuki. Owner Wayne Akimoto leads the family restaurant today after…
August 1, 2021
Brick Fire Tavern
A “pizza pie in the sky” dream, coupled with the passion for pizza of founders Inthira Marks and Matthew Resich, was realized when Brick Fire Tavern Chinatown opened as a 42-seat restaurant in October 2016, and specialized in Napoletana craft…
July 25, 2021
Stage Restaurant
By drawing inspiration from different dishes from around the world, and incorporating local flavors and produce, the team at Stage Restaurant and Amuse Wine Bar creates a “world-inspired” experience that is complemented with plenty of “local comfort.” Situated conveniently in…
March 22, 2020
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Though known for its downright delicious kaiseki menu offerings, the skilled team at Akira Japanese Restaurant is cooking up an array of to-go dishes for those wanting excellent Japanese food to enjoy at home. Right now, Oahu restaurants and bars…
March 15, 2020
Pagoda Floating Restaurant
It’s party time at Pagoda Floating Restaurant, which continues to serve as a go-to destination for special events, catering and ono buffet selections, and offers up plenty of aloha through cuisine that generations of families and friends have come to…
March 8, 2020
Hy's Steak House
With ornate details throughout its luxurious dining space and a focus on culinary excellence paired with top-notch customer service, Hy’s Steak House remains a unique dining destination — as has been the case for more than 40 years for diners…
