June 22, 2014
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant
When Kevin Li and two of his uncles decided to open Hung Won Seafood Restaurant on March 23, their goal was to serve the community with upscale Cantonese-style cuisine. By staying away from heavier dishes and preparations, Li and his…
June 8, 2014
Camellia Buffet
For more than 20 years now, Camellia Buffet has been Honolulu’s yakiniku-style eatery of choice, offering the best in Korean fare with its all-you-can-eat buffet (lunch: $17.95, $13 for children ages 4 to 8; dinner: $25.95, $15 for children ages…
June 1, 2014
Boston's North End Pizza Bakery
For 20 years now, Hawaii’s pizza scene has been all the better for having Boston’s North End Pizza a part of it. If one bite of the cheesy slices — known for their gigantic sizes and bubbly crusts — aren’t…
May 25, 2014
Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
The friendliest — and tastiest — teppanyaki spot in town, better known as Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi Bar, thrills customers night after night as highly skilled chefs put an enticing Japanese twist on the best in fresh meat and seafood…
May 18, 2014
Il Lupino
In a day and age when the convenience of pre-packaged foods and short cuts in the kitchen dominate our food culture, stumbling upon an age-old cooking technique, such as making pasta from scratch, is a moment to savor. I learned…
May 11, 2014
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant
Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant offers a culinary experience unparalleled by other Chinese dining establishments. In addition to a selection of Cantonese fare, the eatery showcases a wide range of regional specialties — from Szechwan flavors to Hong Kong favorites —…
May 4, 2014
Inferno's Wood Fire Pizza
If I were stuck on a deserted island with only one food item to survive on, it would undoubtedly have to be pizza. I’ll admit I’m completely obsessed with it, and I’m open to all forms of these bready, cheesy…
April 27, 2014
Pho My Lien
For many foodies in Hawaii, pho is their go-to Vietnamese dish, and with good reason. The healthy, clean noodle soup — often accented with beef or chicken and loads of fresh Thai basil, lime and chili — is undoubtedly irresistible,…
April 20, 2014
Kiwami Ramen
If you’re under the impression that you have to fly all the way to Japan to have an authentic taste of ramen, think again. Much more convenient in mileage, Keeaumoku Street is as far as you’ll have to go to…
April 13, 2014
Pomaikai Ballrooms
Whether planning a wedding reception or hosting a business meeting, more and more kamaaina are catching on to Pomaikai Ballrooms, where special events receive the special treatment they deserve. Located on the second level of Dole Cannery in Iwilei, the…
