October 19, 2014
Shiro's Saimin Haven
After nearly five decades in operation, Shiro’s Saimin Haven boasts a menu that reads unlike any other. With nearly 70 different types of saimin alone, the eatery offers truly endless options of local favorites. Founded by the late Franz Shiro…
October 19, 2014
Larry's Bakery
When Larry’s Bakery closed its storefront last June, the decision was bittersweet. After all, the family-run pastry shop had gained quite a loyal following throughout its nearly five decades of operation. But it wasn’t long before owner Iris Yafuso-Toguchi, daughter…
October 12, 2014
Genki Sushi
Got sushi on the brain? Genki Sushi has you covered. And, with more than 13 locations across the island and 200 different items on the menu, the popular chain offers so much more than its name implies. “We take a…
October 12, 2014
Inferno's Wood Fire Pizza
It’s no secret that not all pizzas are created equal. This is because of the simple fact that it takes a certain degree of expertise to produce a truly authentic Italian pizza. While many have tried, few have successfully crafted…
October 5, 2014
Hokulani Bake Shop
While Hawaii may do its fair share of importing ingredients from far away places, the archipelago state does boast an impressive flavor profile of its own. Unique, tropical fruits and exotic ingredients are widespread, from high-end to hole-in-the-wall restaurants. So,…
September 28, 2014
Seoul Garden Yakiniku
Whoever said “less is more” probably has never tried Korean-style yakiniku before — certainly not at Seoul Garden Yakiniku, where copious amounts of beef, pork and chicken, seasoned to perfection, grill all day long. So, it comes as no surprise…
September 28, 2014
Wailana Coffee House
Last Friday marked the highly anticipated re-opening of Wailana Coffee House. This Waikiki eatery’s interior space underwent a major renovation for nearly three weeks. In addition to new carpeting and countertops, the restaurant’s new inventory of kitchen appliances are sure…
September 21, 2014
New Eagle Cafe
Tucked away at the end of a small shopping center along Nimitz Highway sits New Eagle Cafe, a place residents have turned to for almost two decades for some of Oahu’s most celebrated island favorites. From Hawaiian cuisine to Filipino-…
September 14, 2014
Hy's Steak House
Here in Hawaii, although we may not feel the physical effects of the changing seasons as noticeably as our Mainland counterparts, there are certainly other ways in which we commemorate the year’s progression. At Hy’s Steakhouse, where diners have enjoyed…
September 7, 2014
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant
Here in the Islands, fusion cuisine is no rare sighting. Our knack for gastronomy and willingness to try new things make it easy for different countries to join forces and form a palatable menu. Sometimes as diners though, we hunger…
