Toru Makino’s seafood buffet was one of the first in the country when he first opened its doors — and 35 years later, Makino Waikiki’s all-you-can-eat buffet still holds strong to this day. What’s more, the eatery is offering a…
It’s easy to see why visitors and island residents flock to Makino Waikiki, as it boasts an incredible value on a buffet. In fact, it was chef and owner Toru Makino’s mission to serve people a large amount of food…
When Toru Makino first began to revolutionize the buffet-dining game nearly 40 years ago in Los Angeles, the talented chef made waves by offering an all-you-can-eat, Asian-influenced dinner buffet for just $6.95. Fast forward to 2018, and the chef/owner of…
In the dining out scene, the name Makino has become synonymous for an affordable, all-you-can-eat buffet that is tasty and extensive. At Makino Waikiki, customers will find more than 50 food items on the buffet line, including its popular sushi…
A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS WEEK’S HOUSE SPECIAL: 35TH ANNIVERSARY BUFFET SPECIAL Toru Makino, owner of Makino Waikiki — formerly Crab House Makino — wants to say thank you to the restaurant’s loyal customers over the past 35 years. Having…