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Enjoying plate lunch for less than a dollar

June 28, 2015 L&L Hawaiian Barbecue

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is again offering its 76-cent plate lunch promotion June 30 from 10 a.m. to noon at its Keeaumoku location (inside Walmart). This is L&L’s 10th year doing this, which is a way for them to give back…

Offering all you can imagine in an all-you-can-eat buffet

June 21, 2015 Makino Chaya

Since opening in 2005, Makino Chaya in Aiea continues to be a local favorite for its all-you-can-eat buffet, featuring an endless selection of tasty Japanese and American foods, seafood and local dishes. Among the most popular items are, of course,…

The ‘Place’ to go if you’re craving gourmet comfort food

June 14, 2015 A Place to Eat

If you’re looking for A Place To Eat, well, go to 1035 University Ave. in Puck’s Alley. Yes, you’ll find food there, but it’s also the actual name of the restaurant. A Place To Eat was opened in August 2012…

New buffet spot draws in crowds

June 7, 2015 Crab House Makino

Crab House Makino has opened in Waikiki, offering an endless assortment of all-you-can-eat buffet favorites, including crab and prime rib. There are about 15 food items for lunch and more than 20 for dinner, including a sushi bar, poke bar,…

Spreading the love with Korean classics, local favorites

May 31, 2015 Sadie's BBQ Inn

Soonkil Chung celebrates 33 years of marriage to his wife, Chungae, in June, and proudly admits she’s an “awesome cook.” Well, last November Chungae opened Sadie’s BBQ Inn in Pearl City, giving everyone a chance to taste her amazing recipes.…

A brunch spot that lives up to the hype

May 19, 2015 Scratch Kitchen & Meatery

I have to admit, before I even arrived at Scratch Kitchen & Bake Shop in downtown Honolulu, my expectations already were high. Since opening last July, the hole-in-the-wall eatery has created quite a buzz around town. So, I was really…

Go gluten-free, island style

May 10, 2015 Ocean House

When it comes to dining in Hawaii, there’s nothing better than an evening of tasty Island cuisine in a casual, elegant setting on world-famous Waikiki beach. At Ocean House in the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, you get all of…

Dishing out plate lunch goodness

May 6, 2015 Ichiriki

Ichiriki Japanese Nabe Restaurant introduces a new take-out menu with four different lunch plates at its Kaneohe location this week. Making the menu shine are Ahi Poke Plate ($9.55), Ichiriki Beef Plate ($9), Ichiriki Chicken Plate ($9) and Avocado Maguro…

A modern spin on Japanese fare

April 27, 2015 Rijo Restaurant

Since opening February 28, Rijo Restaurant at Harbor Court (in the former Palomino space) continues to grow in popularity, especially with the Downtown business crowd during lunch. The spacious restaurant overlooking Honolulu Harbor serves contemporary Japanese cuisine created by chef…

Exquisite works of edible art

April 19, 2015 Minamoto Kitchoan

In my opinion (and I think most people would agree), the Japanese have mastered the art of presentation. But it’s not just the packaging that’s impressive, it’s also the quality of the actual product. Let’s face it: If it’s made…

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