May 11, 2014
HASR Bistro
Take a departure from the usual downtown bustle and transport yourself to HASR Bistro’s cozy North Pauahi Street abode. There, restauranteur Terry Kakazu and executive chef Rodney Uyehara, who coown the eatery together, have created a luxuriously relaxed atmosphere and…
April 13, 2014
HASR Bistro
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: SEAFOOD PAN ROAST ($28 DINNER) A feast from the sea, this dish wows diners with a symphony of scallops, prawns, crab, calamari, mussels, clams and the catch of the day. Chef…
March 16, 2014
HASR Bistro, Il Lupino, Kahai Street Kitchen
What represents the beautiful islands we live in more than sunshine, rainbows and aloha? Ahi, of course! From a fish fanatic standpoint, “lucky we live Hawaii,” specifically for this reason. Ahi, also known as yellowfin tuna and bigeye tuna, is…
February 9, 2014
HASR Bistro
HASR BISTRO has established quite a following since its inception in October 2012, and its loyal followers are well-aware of the backstory behind the restaurant’s unique name. In fact, “HASR” is an acronym for “Highly Allocated Spoiled Rotten,” a phrase…
January 5, 2014
Brasserie Du Vin, HASR Bistro, Romano's Macaroni Grill
Happy New Year, Ono readers! It’s that time again when New Year’s resolutions are the most thought consuming, and the ambition and dedication to those resolutions are running high. Whether it is to save money, get fit, lose weight, quit…
December 15, 2013
HASR Bistro, Little Village Noodle House, Tony Roma's
Generally speaking, I like to keep a positive attitude about most things in life and tend to be a glass-half-full type of person. One of the things I use to fuel my positivity is the joy of culinary adventures, as…
December 1, 2013
HASR Bistro
Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining…
November 10, 2013
HASR Bistro
Tucked away in the heart of Chinatown sits HASR Bistro, an establishment that vamps up traditional comfort food into cuisine that truly is astounding. From Seasonal Farm Greens to Grilled Australian Lamb Rack, HASR Bistro has it all, and what…
October 6, 2013
Beach Bar, HASR Bistro, Jose's Mexican Cafe and Cantina
Órale, Ono readers! Perhaps it’s because football season is in full gear, or the fact that living in Hawaii means beach potlucks are always in season, but the question on everyone’s mind lately has been where to find the best…
September 8, 2013
HASR Bistro, King's Shabu Shabu, Ocean House
If the opportunity presents itself, I’ll travel to Maine in a heartbeat, all for the love of lobster. Now, let me explain: My affection for this crustacean (from a food enthusiast standpoint) is deeper than the New England waters where…