December 18, 2016
Noi Thai Cuisine
Step inside Noi Thai Cuisine, and it feels like you’ve entered the royal palace of Thailand. The dark wood tables, black napkins with gold wreaths, floating candles and comfortable, plush seats are a far cry from Hawaii’s mom-and-pop eateries. Open…
December 11, 2016
Canton Seafood Restaurant
As Canton Seafood Restaurant general manager Henry Gong puts it, “Our signature style of cooking is Cantonese. It’s the same as Hong Kong-style, which means that we use less oil and salt — almost no MSG, so it’s healthier —…
November 27, 2016
Minamoto Kitchoan
At Minamoto Kitchoan, the traditional Japanese culture of gift giving makes it easy to find the perfect omiyage (edible present) for everyone on your list. With a store in Ala Moana Center and a kiosk in Kahala Mall, this confectionery…
November 13, 2016
Tempura Ichidai
The key to making good tempura is using quality oil and serving each piece as fresh as possible — going straight from the fryer to your plate to be eaten right away. That’s what sets Tempura Ichidai apart from any…
November 6, 2016
Pagoda Floating Restaurant
On Thanksgiving Day, many of us celebrate by going house to house, leaving our slippers piled up at the front door and bringing food served potluck-style. But for the host, organizing and cooking all that food can take forever. From…
October 30, 2016
Treetops Restaurant
If you’ve ever hiked into Manoa Valley, you probably remember passing Treetops Restaurant in Paradise Park. Nestled high above the trees, Treetops is found on the top floor of the two-story building there and offers one of the most unique…
October 16, 2016
Makino Chaya
The best part about going to a buffet is getting to pick and choose your favorite dishes. At Makino Chaya, arrive with an appetite and dive into an all-you-can-eat spread where you can grab a little of everything, whether it’s…
October 9, 2016
Kozo Sushi
Unhealthy, greasy dishes come to mind when thinking of fast food, rather than a satisfying array of sushi. But at Kozo Sushi, this delicious Japanese cuisine filled with raw, fresh fish is available to grab and go when you’re in…
September 25, 2016
Cake Works
Walk into Cake Works and you’ll immediately fall in love with the display case featuring every sweet tooth’s dream, from cupcakes to macarons. It’s no wonder, as chef and owner Abigail Langlas says she has a “serious sweet tooth” herself.…
September 18, 2016
Sekiya's Restaurant
Football season is here, and good, filling food is a necessity while cheering for your favorite team. The perfect solution is getting a party platter from Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen. Located on Kaimuki Avenue, Sekiya’s is one of those humble,…
