December 17, 2023
Chef Chai
The holidays are a wonderful time to gather with friends and loved ones, and one of the special places to celebrate is Chef Chai at Pacifica. Owner and executive chef Chai Chaowasaree is known for his award-winning island fusion, which…
December 10, 2023
Halekulani Bakery
Every morning, the enticing aroma of fresh bread and coffee wafts from Halekulani Bakery, drifts down a Waikiki side street and lures in confectionery connoisseurs. Located across the street from Halekulani Hotel at sister hotel Halepuna Waikiki, Halekulani Bakery is…
December 10, 2023
The Grove Restaurant & Bar
Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner, The Grove is ready to serve guests with a vast menu and friendly customer service. “The food and beverages really are great,” says director of food and beverage Ben Bickford. “My hope is that…
December 10, 2023
Akira Japanese Restaurant
Just in time for the holidays, guests at Akira Japanese Restaurant can unwrap a new course menu showcasing the unique flavors of sea urchin throughout December. The Uni Special Course Menu ($150) starts with tantalizing appetizers like short ribs and…
December 10, 2023
Island Popper
What makes Island Popper’s popcorn so addicting? It’s the labor of love and homemade flavors curated by owner Andrea Tournis-Vagenas. Every batch is handcrafted and made to order with non-GMO corn kernels in 100% coconut oil. I finally had a…
December 3, 2023
STIX Asia
Diners’ taste buds can travel across the Pacific without leaving the table as they take in the alluring aromas coupled with intriguing sights and sounds at STIX ASIA. Located in the lower level of Waikiki Shopping Plaza at 2250 Kalakaua…
December 3, 2023
Wolfgang's Steakhouse
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse was created on Feb. 26, 2004, by Wolfgang Zwiener and his son, Peter. It began as a small corner eatery at 4 Park Ave. in New York. In the 17 years since then, it has become the premier…
December 3, 2023
Genki Sushi
Hawaii is the perfect place to find great seafood, and Genki Sushi has you covered with multiple locations across the state. Envisioned in 1968 by the then-24-year-old Japanese sushi chef Fumio Saito, the restaurant was the first of its kind…
November 26, 2023
Sekiya's Restaurant
For nearly 90 years, generations of diners have relied on Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen for local Japanese comfort food. Taisuke and Katsuko Sekiya first introduced the dining concept in 1935 at Sekiya’s Kaimuki Avenue locale, just mauka of Kaimuki High…
November 26, 2023
Kamitoku Japanese Hot Pot
Tucked away in Market City Shopping Center, Kamitoku Japanese Hot Pot is continuing a 70-plus-year family legacy that started in Tottori, Japan: beef broth. Since opening earlier this year, the eatery has acquired a local fan base, which says its…
