June 15, 2014
Il Lupino
Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar in Waikiki may be located in the heart of Waikiki at the Royal Hawaiiian Center, but somehow while sitting in the restaurant’s courtyard I felt as if I had escaped into a little Italian…
June 8, 2014
The Kahala Hotel & Resort
In celebration of its 50th anniversary, The Kahala Hotel & Resort kicks off the summer with monthly beachside affairs starting with Blues, Bourbon and BBQ, happening Friday, June 20 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Priced at $50 per person ($30…
June 1, 2014
Max's of Manila
Ask my kids what they want to eat, and they often will answer Filipino food. They are part Filipino (12.5 percent), and go to many Filipino eateries on the island. Their most favorite dish is fried pork, but some places…
May 25, 2014
Asahi Grill
If you’re craving local home-style comfort food, but don’t have the time or energy to cook it yourself, Asahi Grill on Ward Avenue is the place to go. The locally owned and operated ohana-style restaurant is casual and family-friendly. Known…
May 18, 2014
People's Cafe
People’s Cafe on Pali Highway (near Longs Drugs and Safeway) has always been known for its simple, tasty Hawaiian food. But when co-owner Tomas Ventura took over the restaurant in 2004, the restaurant also became popular for its Filipino fare,…
May 11, 2014
3660 On the Rise
Since opening 22 years ago, 3660 on the Rise has continued to grow its following of loyal customers who keep coming back for their favorite dishes, including items that have been offered since day one. Among the original menu items…
May 4, 2014
Zippy's
Still figuring out your Mother’s Day plans? Why not take Mom to everyone’s favorite place — Zippy’s? The atmosphere is comfortable, the food is consistently good and it’s a family-friendly restaurant. Zippy’s will put a smile on Mom’s face: and…
April 27, 2014
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant in Kaimuki has been a neighborhood favorite since the 1980s (originally called Kwok’s Chop Suey before it changed ownership and was renamed to Hung Won in 1995). However, the restaurant recently changed ownership again, with the…
April 20, 2014
Mimasuya Italiano of Kyoto
Mimasuya Italiano of Kyoto is a traditional Italian restaurant, but with a Japanese twist. On the menu are classic Italian dishes including pasta and risotto, however popular Japanese ingredients such as uni, kabocha, sansyo peppers and various Japanese seasonings and…
April 13, 2014
Pearl's Korean BBQ
Growing up in a family of restaurateurs, brothers Mike and Jim Hickey have taken the knowledge they’ve inherited to create their own successful restaurant chain known as Pearl’s Korean BBQ. Since opening their first location in Pearlridge in 1999, they’ve…
