June 29, 2014
Brasserie Du Vin
Burger fans, your favorite burger has some competition. What’s on it, you ask? It’s loaded with buttery avocado, caramelized onions, melted mozzarella, slightly spicy arugula, fresh tomato slices and a sauce verte of aromatic herbs. Without bread a burger is…
June 29, 2014
Ruth's Chris Steak House
A visit to Ruth’s Chris Steak House is like a well-planned vacation — something to look forward to in anticipation of what’s to come. One step into its romantically lit dining room, and you know you’re on the verge of…
June 29, 2014
Kozo Sushi
There’s a saying in life that is often offered by those optimistically inclined. When times get tough and all seems to overwhelm, the positive Pollyannas among us pipe up with a jolly “Just roll with the punches!” cliché. Now, most…
June 29, 2014
Hy's Steak House
Hy’s Steak House is one of those sure bet restaurants where you know the food, service and setting will all add up to an exceptional evening to remember. Known for its top-quality USDA prime steaks broiled over Hawaiian kiawe wood,…
June 29, 2014
Eggs 'n Things, Fendu Boulangerie, Ocean House
For first-timers to Hawaii, a land of paradise, they experience a rush and a thrill inconceivable to a local girl like myself, born and raised in the Islands. It’s a somewhat incomprehensible thought that when visitors gush over the sweet…
June 22, 2014
Fresco Italian
From a distance this loco moco has the look of a regular moco, but up close, something is definitely different. Creamy carbonara enriched with eggs, cream and pan-fried guanciale (pancetta’s less salty cousin) coats a bed of silky orzo. On…
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 22, 2014
Ichiriki
Ichiriki is what a nabe restaurant should be — clean, cozy and tasty. The varied menu features a number of appetizers, and the hot pots are filled with flavor and are easily customizable. The menu instructions are simple: Choose a…
June 22, 2014
The Mandalay
Among the hustle and bustle of downtown Honolulu, The Mandalay offers a tasty retreat. Inspired by Cantonese cooking and Hong Kong-style dim sum, The Mandalay perfects the art of creating succulent dishes. High ceilings meet peach-colored walls, complemented by round…
June 22, 2014
Sekiya's Restaurant
It’s the comforts of family and home that make an ordinary meal an unforgettable experience, and Sekiya’s Restaurant and Delicatessen has perfected this homey atmosphere. Next year, the family-run establishment celebrates 80 years of business. “What we serve is classic,…
