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Many people say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and one of the best places to enjoy said meal is Duke’s Waikiki. Open daily from 7 to 11 a.m. the restaurant’s $25 breakfast buffet features both sweet…
As a Maui native, Kari Takaoka grew up in the local restaurant industry, as her family owns and operates the iconic eatery Tasty Crust in Wailuku. After making her way to Oahu to finish college, she got a job at…
ANNE LEE speaks with Duke’s Waikiki executive chef MATT YOUNG The popular award-winning buffets at Duke’s Waikiki are back and better than ever. Executive chef Matt Young invited me to try the newly opened lunch buffet, which offers fresh kalua…
ANNE LEE speaks with Duke’s Waikiki general manager KELI‘I GOUVEIA Tucked away under the iconic Duke’s Waikiki, you will find The Sandbar Beach Snacks. An extension of restaurant’s dining offerings, the concept was created to offer the convenience of grab-and-go…
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.…
Duke Kahanamoku is well-known and loved across the islands. Whether you know him as the person who reinvented surfing, an Olympic gold medalist, Hollywood actor or have simply stopped to admire his larger-than-life statue at Kuhio Beach, there’s no arguing…
Oceanview dining during sunset is an unforgettable experience, especially here in Hawaii, but it’s par for the course at Duke’s Waikiki, which offers guests a great backdrop for a romantic evening out or meal with the family. Right now, Duke’s…
Steak and seafood shine in each hearty dish at Duke’s Waikiki, which opened its doors this past Friday for dine-in service. “I know people have been cooped up but still might be fearful of dining out,” says general manager Keli‘i…
ANNE LEE speaks with Duke’s Waikiki general manager KELI‘I GOUVEIA and Hula Grill Waikiki general manager DREW CROCKER Waikiki is always something special, and recently I got to sit down with Keli‘i Gouveia and Drew Crocker, general managers of Duke’s…
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