January 6, 2019
Fendu Boulangerie
Customers eagerly flock to the tasty products at Fendu Boulangerie, the European-style bakery located at Manoa Marketplace. Niel Koep, chef and owner, notes he opened the bakery in 2009 after working more than 18 years as an executive pastry chef…
January 6, 2019
Genki Sushi
Roughly translated from the Japanese language, the word “genki” means “vigor.” So, if you’re seeking stamina in the new year, or really any time at all, Genki Sushi is a super source for invigorating sushi, sashimi, soups and salads. And…
January 6, 2019
Pagoda Floating Restaurant
Amid the bustling gray of central Honolulu lays a hidden oasis of peaceful tranquility and lush, quiet greenery. Bubbling waterfalls, verdant gardens and serene koi ponds surround Pagoda Floating Restaurant, whose Japanese-inspired architecture recalls a time of classic Hawaii nostalgia.…
January 6, 2019
Hoy Tin Kitchen
In China, a Cantonese idiom translates into “being the first to have the soup,” which means taking the greatest advantage of a situation. And that’s not hard to do at Hoy Tin Kitchen. “Our portions are big and the prices…
January 6, 2019
Yum Cha Hawaii
Approaching its one-year anniversary, Yum Cha Hawaii is a quintessential dim sum eatery situated on Kapiolani Boulevard. The restaurant’s space is ambient and open, brightly lit by large windows, offering customers a comfortable dining experience. Chinese food enthusiasts may be…
January 6, 2019
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
Beloved among customers for its delicious island comfort food, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue continues to cater to local taste buds. Founders Johnson Kam and Eddie Flores Jr. established the eatery, which is famed for its mouthwatering plate lunches, melding the diverse…
December 30, 2018
The Surfing Pig
Among Kaimuki’s intriguingly funky eateries is The Surfing Pig on Waialae Avenue. If you’re in the area around noon any day of the week, check out The Surfing Pig’s lunch menu. Old School Sandwich ($12.50) is made with Kono’s 12-Hour…
December 30, 2018
New Eagle Cafe
As it may be the case for many, there’s something about the holiday season that sparks a feeling of nostalgia. It’s the period when longstanding traditions activate and take everyone through this joyous time of year. When it comes to…
December 30, 2018
Il Lupino
Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar founder Wolfgang Zwiener named his authentic Italian restaurant Il Lupino, which translates to “little wolf” in Italian. It was the nickname he acquired when traveling throughout Italy discovering his passion for that nation’s cuisine.…
December 30, 2018
Romano's Macaroni Grill
BY LIANNA MCCURDY What’s the best way to start the New Year? With new food, of course! Ring in Jan. 1 with a meal at Romano’s Macaroni Grill, a staple Italian eatery located at Ala Moana Center’s Hookipa Terrace. Those…
