February 16, 2014
People's Cafe
If there’s one thing the owners of People’s Cafe are adamant about, it’s that everything they serve is made right in their kitchen. “We don’t buy it from Costco,” explains co-owner Conrad Valdriz. Save for the poi and some condiments,…
February 9, 2014
Cooke Street Diner
A meal doesn’t have to be fancy to make an impact. It’s the old-school, family-style recipes that promise tried-and-true grinds. Ken Akazawa, owner of Cooke Street Diner, understands this. KCC-trained, Akazawa delivers local fare via French culinary techniques. His cozy…
February 2, 2014
Genki Sushi
Where our eyes go, our tongues follow. It is this zen-like philosophy that Genki Sushi subscribes to, down to a T — green tea, in fact — providing a haven for sushi and “see” food enthusiasts. The kaiten-style sushi eatery…
January 26, 2014
Plumeria Beach House
The fish labeled “fresh” on the menu at Kahala Hotel & Resort’s Plumeria Beach House is “the freshest you can get,” says executive chef Wayne Hirabayashi. But you don’t have to take his word for it; a restaurant situated within…
January 19, 2014
Max's of Manila
Whether you’re a die-hard fan of Filipino cuisine or new to Southeast Asian gastronomy, there’s something for you at Max’s of Manila, especially around lunchtime. The sit-down eatery typically hosts happy patrons sharing a feast of assorted dishes heaped with…
January 12, 2014
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
There comes a point in the middle of the day that calls for a surrender, where your mind must raise the white flag for the rioting hunger in your belly. What if your wallet feels similarly empty? That’s your cue…
January 5, 2014
Asahi Grill
At Asahi Grill, where some recipes have not changed in 20 years, you can bet you’ll get your fix of comfort food. But sometimes a little change is in order. Manager Victoria Sayno welcomes you to try a taste of…
December 29, 2013
Inferno's Wood Fire Pizza
Inferno’s Wood Fire Pizza reignites a fire for wood oven-baked pizza right in the heart of Chinatown. Owner Kyle Okumoto has reopened his pizza kitchen inside The Corner Cafe and Bar, on the corner of North King and Smith streets.…
December 22, 2013
Kozo Sushi
On an island where real estate is a premium, bentos make the most of space in an artful and tasty way. Serving restaurant-quality sushi at fast-food prices, Kozo Sushi is king when it comes to a quick grab-and-go meal. The…
December 15, 2013
Palisades Drive Inn
If it’s lunchtime and your belly feels like a black hole of hunger, get your drive on and hit the newly opened Kaneohe Palisades Drive Inn, conveniently located near Windward Mall at the intersection of delicious and affordable. The eatery…
