September 9, 2016
Kozo Sushi
Nothing is better than enjoying delicate pieces of raw fish, resting on soft grains of white rice and wrapped in crisp, dried seaweed. At Kozo Sushi, sushi is served with care and consideration for those who don’t have time to…
September 4, 2016
Hy's Steak House
Tucked away from hectic Waikiki, Hy’s Steak House is an all-around experience as soon as you step inside. The dark mahogany panels, dimly lit ambience and nightly live music transport you to an elegant evening a la Old English-style. The…
August 28, 2016
New Eagle Cafe
For Tae Im, owner of New Eagle Cafe, real comfort food should be simple, homemade and filling — and you’ll find plenty of it at his restaurant. Open since the 1950s, New Eagle Cafe is an old favorite, serving more…
August 14, 2016
Aja Sushi & Bento
A good bento is all about balance, flavor and convenience, and Aja Sushi & Bento meets all three criteria in flying, tasty colors. The restaurant opened its third location at Ala Moana Center’s Makai Market Food Court two years ago,…
July 10, 2016
Ray's Kiawe Broiled Chicken
Polynesian Cultural Center may be known for its entertaining exhibits, island “villages” and authentic cultural shows, but its food vendors are not to be missed. Part of this signature tourist destination is the thriving Hukilau Marketplace, which is popular with…
June 26, 2016
Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant
Located on the third floor of Ala Moana Hotel, Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant has made its mark in the local community for more than 30 years, with its shareable platters of noodles, seafood and meats, along with craveable dim sum.…
June 12, 2016
Makino Chaya
Say the magic words “all-you-can-eat,” and you can be sure you’ll make Dad (and Dad’s stomach) happy. This Father’s Day, Makino Chaya is offering a special buffet priced at $28.98 for lunch and $38.98 for dinner. Located at Westridge Shopping…
June 5, 2016
Ahi & Vegetable
You can find all sorts of poke bowls in Hawaii, but at Ahi & Vegetable, owner Sam Seo says the fish he gets daily from Pier 38 is so fresh that he doesn’t want to overwhelm the flavor of his…
May 29, 2016
Kozo Sushi
In Hawaii, there’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned sushi platter to bring everyone around the table. With all the keiki graduating from school and a special day dedicated to fathers coming up, there’s no better excuse — not that we…
May 15, 2016
The Veranda
When it comes to enjoying after-work drinks and pupus in style, The Veranda at The Kahala Hotel & Resort raises the bar with its monthly Social Hour Pau Hana menu. This month, executive chef Wayne Hirabayashi takes his culinary cues…