November 26, 2011
Ichiriki
‘Tis the season for sharing — and that’s where Japanese nabe and Ichiriki restaurant come in. Nabe, a Japanese hot pot typically made with fish-based broth and filled with fish, beef, chicken, pork and vegetables, is popular for sharing any…
November 19, 2011
JJ's Bistro & French Pastry
One thing that’s ubiquitous to dining out is, of course, the menu — a guide to what the restaurant offers, providing sometimes in-depth descriptions of each dish. But although many menus provide an appetizing preview of what’s to come, others…
November 12, 2011
The Mandalay
Chinese restaurants are a staple on the Island, so when you’re choosing where to go for Asian cuisine, do you ever open yourself to something new or do you resign yourself to the tried and true? The former can be…
November 5, 2011
Shabu Shabu House
If you were looking for a way to express the word “health” visually, the Vegetable Shabu Shabu dinner plate at Shabu Shabu House does it up with an overflowing harvest-load of freshly cut, raw beauty. You know the shabu shabu…
October 29, 2011
Jin Din Rou
Jin Din Rou has garnered quite a following for its Shanghai soup dumplings or Xiao Long Bao, which are typically filled with pork and chicken. But that’s not all you’ll find at the modern, stylish Taiwanese-style eatery. After chatting up…
October 22, 2011
G Sushi
Casting about for something fresh, satisfying and affordable for lunch, sushi may not make a big splash if you don’t eat meat or fish. You’d like to join your seafood-loving friends for a quick bite, but you hesitate, thinking you…
October 8, 2011
Bangkok Chef
Here’s some welcoming words for veggie lovers: Right at the top of its menu, Bangkok Chef states: “For vegetarian, tofu may be substituted for meat.” “We substitute tofu whenever possible,” says owner Patrick Chang. It’s music to the ears for…
October 1, 2011
Top of Waikiki
One is the loneliest number that you’ll ever do. That lyric may ring true for the lovelorn, but there are situations when one will do just fine. “I made reservations tonight for a nice dinner with a view in Waikiki,”…
September 17, 2011
Wahoo's Hawaii
If you’re a fish lover who prefers to see them while snorkeling or on a visit to the aquarium rather than on your plate, then the name Wahoo’s Fish Taco may give you a sinking feeling. But once you’ve checked…
September 10, 2011
Fukuya Deli and Catering
It’s fun to discover hidden treasures — and when it comes to dining out, the okazuya is a gem. Often nestled in an unassuming spot, these neighborhood delis offer local-style and Japanese favorites, and the attraction to okazuya is that…
