February 15, 2015
Seafood Village Chinese Cuisine
With Chinese New Year coming up, it’s the perfect time to entice your taste buds with Seafood Village’s traditional Chinese eats. But even if not everyone in your party is partial to Chinese food, Seafood Village will have something for…
February 8, 2015
Il Lupino
Tucked away off a quiet garden path in Royal Hawaiian Center, Il Lupino Trattoria and Wine Bar is a tranquil slice of Italy right in Waikiki. Inspired by eateries in Italy, Il Lupino offers traditional Italian cuisine, which includes hand-made…
February 1, 2015
Ocean House
Although general manager David Nagaishi has been coming to work at Ocean House in Outrigger Reef on the Beach Hotel for years, it’s clear that familiarity has not dulled his love of the place. “When you come in, the atmosphere…
January 25, 2015
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue
These days, with L&L Hawaiian Barbecue locales conveniently located throughout the island, the eatery has become a go-to for many when it comes to plate lunches. “We are so ubiquitous — we’re everywhere,” says L&L marketing director Brandon Dela Cruz.…
January 18, 2015
Little Village Noodle House
As a signature staple offered at almost every Chinese restaurant, honey walnut shrimp is pretty ubiquitous. But if you haven’t tried the version at Little Village Noodle House in Chinatown, you’re missing out. “Honey Walnut Shrimp is a must-have dish…
January 11, 2015
Chukaya Sea Dragon Table
While Chinese and Japanese fare both are frequent favorites among diners in the Islands, it’s not often that you see them both on the same menu. But when Chukaya Sea Dragon Table opened two years ago, that is exactly what…
January 4, 2015
Asian Mix
Typically, when looking for a place to eat, you have to think in terms of tradeoffs. If you want something fast, the quality might not be up to par. And if you want a truly high-quality meal, time shouldn’t be…
December 28, 2014
Max's of Manila
According to Max’s of Manila Dillingham branch manager Elizabeth Joven, the restaurant really prides itself on being a family-friendly eatery. Because of such ethos, Max’s of Manila likes to create a special menu just for the holiday season. The restaurant…
December 21, 2014
Cajun King
Tucked away in Windward City Shopping Center, Cajun King is quite an unusual catch. You just have to know where to look: It’s right next to Genki Sushi (where Joyful Garden used to be). When you arrive, you’ll be greeted…
December 14, 2014
Makino Chaya
Makino Chaya draws in patrons from near and far with its promise of an allyou-can-eat, seemingly endless buffet stocked with seafood. Restaurant president Jo Makino is responsible for concocting many of the delicious buffet items. A chef since he was…
