Waiolu Ocean View Lounge first opened in 2009, highlighting Pacific-inspired cuisine with modern-style plating. It served tapas in a family-style setting. In recent years, the concept has been reimagined and the name has changed to Waiolu Ocean Cuisine. The restaurant…
Jade Dynasty, located at Ala Moana Shopping Center’s Hookipa Terrace, came to fruition 12 years ago and established itself as an award-winning elegant Chinese restaurant, where families could come to celebrate for any and every occasion. The 10,000-squarefoot establishment is…
Since 1966, Zippy’s has served a taste of the islands, becoming a Hawaii institution with 22 locations on Oahu, Maui and Hawaii island. And on Oct. 10, Zippy’s extensive menu of island favorites will be available for the first time…
The first International House of Pancakes restaurant opened in 1958 in Los Angeles suburb Toluca Lake, California, and now has restaurants in all 50 states and around the world. In June 2006, IHOP Hawaii first started in Waikiki Malia hotel.…
For 45 years, Tanaka of Tokyo has brought new meaning to the phrase “dinner and a show” with its teppanyaki mastery. Talented chefs skillfully prepare your meal right before your eyes on a tabletop grill. It’s no wonder why the…
When dining at Duke’s Waikiki, you will not only take delight in delectable dishes — but you’ll also be enriched in all its history, too. The eatery was first established in December 1992 by T S Restaurants, which set out…
If you’re in the mood for classic Hawaiian-style food, look no further than Young’s Fish Market. For decades now, the family-owned business has been dishing out local favorites such as laulau, squid luau and beef stew — making this eatery…
Known for its various local plate lunches and iconic colorful rainbow overhang, Rainbow Drive-In’s first location opened along Kapahulu Avenue on Oct. 2, 1961. Since then, the restaurant has opened locations in Kalihi and Pearlridge Center. The family-owned and -operated…
Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Wade Ueoka and Michelle Karr-Ueoka, MW Restaurant (M for Michelle and W for Wade — get it?) is celebrating a major milestone this month. Its 10-year anniversary event takes place 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 27…
Like the Japanese flower for which it is named, Rinka Japanese Restaurant continues to blossom with an array of delicious dishes and flavor combinations within its spacious, inviting setting. The popular dining destination sets the stage for an amazing meal…