May 23, 2021
Nanzan Giro Giro
It’s a story not unlike many others. Chef Yoshihiro Matsumoto vacationed in Hawaii and fell in love with the islands. “My first visit was Aug. 1, 2004, at Sheraton Waikiki,” he states. “I wanted to live here very, very much.”…
May 16, 2021
TsuruTonTan
At the heart of TsuruTonTan is an unfaltering determination to provide authentic, fresh and affordable Japanese dishes — each and every day. Since its 2018 start, the Royal Hawaiian Center eatery has made it a mission to introduce Japan’s tastiest…
May 9, 2021
Roy's Ko Olina
When it comes to upscale dining experiences, Roy’s Ko Olina always delivers. Now, there’s another feature that sets the restaurant, located off the 18th hole at Ko Olina Golf Club, apart from any other Roy’s location in Hawaii: Lunch service.…
May 2, 2021
Wolfgang's Steakhouse
When it comes to top-grade steaks and tender aged beef, it’s all in the name. Such is the case for New York-style Wolfgang’s Steakhouse, which has as its eponym Wolfgang Zwiener, who’s logged more than six decades of food and…
April 25, 2021
Hoku's
Hoku’s set menus are an embodiment of chef Jonathan Mizukami’s lifelong love for food. Influenced by his Maui upbringing, as well as his time spent working at renowned restaurants, the plates encompass global trends with hints of local flavors. “I…
April 18, 2021
Young's Fish Market
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is the Young ohana’s unofficial saying and also the reason why its food has remained a staple for seven decades strong. Current president and owner Daniel Young has been at the helm of…
April 11, 2021
Stage Restaurant
Stage Restaurant marks 14 years this weekend (April 17) and, to celebrate, the Honolulu eatery shines a spotlight on classic dishes from years past. “It’s very exciting, as all birthdays are, but with this one in particular, we’re just so…
April 4, 2021
Búho Cocina y Cantina
Since August 2014, Waikiki’s Búho Cocina y Cantina has been serving up an elevated take on traditional Mexican cuisine, well, from an elevated location. On the rooftop at 2250 Kalakaua Ave., the open-air establishment was the first of its kind…
March 28, 2021
Duke’s Waikiki
There’s no question why Duke’s Waikiki remains eminent as one of the most popular dining destinations on Oahu. According to general manager Keli‘i Gouveia, it’s truer than ever, with the average wait time being a colossal three hours without reservations.…
March 21, 2021
Chef Chai
If you haven’t tried a weekly Wiki Wiki Box from Chef Chai at Pacifica, well, you’re missing out. It’s where culinary craftsmanship meets convenience in the most delicious way possible, and those who have tried it before just can’t get…