March 15, 2015
Little Village Noodle House, Pho My Lien
Let me dish to you, my OYK readers, about one food in particular: one that I rely on in times of sickness and health, times of ultimate hunger, and when in need of comfort and warmth. Right now, I have…
March 8, 2015
Cajun King
With tables covered in butcher paper and an entire paper towel roll available to patrons, Cajun King is just the place to stuff yourself silly with Louisiana-inspired seafood. Take a look around the Kaneohe locale, and you’ll see just that:…
March 8, 2015
Hung Won Seafood Restaurant
If you ever wondered what happened to the landmark Kwok’s Chop Suey in Kaimuki, it’s still there. Well, sort of. It’s now known as Hung Won Seafood Restaurant, renamed by the Lee family who took over the restaurant in the…
March 8, 2015
Wailana Coffee House
Like many holidays that originated with religious significance, St. Patrick’s Day has been appropriated to be a celebration of less pious things. Namely, in this case, beer. But let’s not forget that there also is a lot of great food…
March 8, 2015
Whatcha Fillin'
We’ve all had that conversation at some point or other with our significant others when trying to pick a place to eat. It goes something like this: “Whatcha fillin’ like tonight?” “I don’t know, whatcha fillin’ like?” “I don’t know,…
March 8, 2015
Canton Seafood Restaurant, Stage Restaurant
Lately I’ve been in a bit of a rut. Every now and then, I fall into a vicious cycle of keeping myself extremely busy and not wanting to sleep (even though it’s clear that I need to). Practically having hit…
March 1, 2015
3660 On the Rise
You’re off to a good start no matter which appetizer you choose at 3660 On the Rise, a restaurant renowned for its Pacific Rim cuisine. This week, the amiable chef de cuisine Lydell Leong filled me in on how the…
March 1, 2015
Ichiriki
After a long day at work, there’s nothing quite like meeting up with some friends, grabbing a drink and gradually letting go of the day’s worries with each outburst of laughter. Even better is when you add a handful of…
March 1, 2015
Camellia Buffet
For the past 28 years, Camellia Buffet has been a popular place for all-you-can-eat yakiniku-style favorites. Its large dining room and separate private room (that seats 24 to 30 people) makes it a great choice for family gatherings or parties.…
March 1, 2015
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant
Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant opens its doors at 7 each morning, often to a line of people who already are waiting outside. These dedicated diners — many of whom work in nearby offices downtown — come to get a dim…