September 14, 2014
People's Cafe
There’s something inherently comforting about Filipino and Hawaiian foods. They both share a commonality in that they’re no fuss, no muss — just some seriously delicious eats with a focus on enhancing signature flavors in each unique dish. People’s Cafe…
August 3, 2014
People's Cafe
People’s Cafe prides itself on its home-cooked Hawaiian grinds and authentic Filipino food. The restaurant has been in business for years, and in 2004, Tomas Ventura took ownership. The menu is impressive with a surplus of options, however, patrons always…
July 27, 2014
People's Cafe
Long considered a go-to for Hawaiian food, People’s Cafe is grateful for its many regular customers. And with that, chef and owner Tomas Ventura ensures that there’s always something new to try. Concocting new dishes seems to be almost automatic…
June 8, 2014
Kahai Street Kitchen, People's Cafe, Swim
The onset of summer (just two weeks away, mind you) means hotter temps, sun-kissed tans, memorable vacations or staycations (for those lucky ones!) and any excuse to throw a social gathering centered around food, food, food … and more food.…
May 18, 2014
People's Cafe
People’s Cafe on Pali Highway (near Longs Drugs and Safeway) has always been known for its simple, tasty Hawaiian food. But when co-owner Tomas Ventura took over the restaurant in 2004, the restaurant also became popular for its Filipino fare,…
April 13, 2014
People's Cafe
People’s Cafe is the No. 1 choice for those who enjoy simple, homemade local-style grub. Trust me, bring this restaurant’s takeout to work and see what happens. It’s demolished in no time. If you plan to embark on this culinary…
March 16, 2014
People's Cafe
Simply put, People’s Cafe is dedicated to its customers. “I can’t remember the last time I took a vacation or even had a day off,” says Thomas Ventura, co-owner and chef of People’s Cafe. Under normal circumstances, such a statement…
February 16, 2014
People's Cafe
If there’s one thing the owners of People’s Cafe are adamant about, it’s that everything they serve is made right in their kitchen. “We don’t buy it from Costco,” explains co-owner Conrad Valdriz. Save for the poi and some condiments,…
January 19, 2014
People's Cafe
Eighty years is a long time, especially in the food industry. Yet, People’s Cafe in downtown Honolulu continues to succeed because it does what its generation of customers have come to expect — fresh homemade food that is big in…
December 15, 2013
People's Cafe
Over the past few years, Oahu has seen a number of restaurants come and go throughout the island, initially opening with such pomp and circumstance only to quickly fall off the radar under the pressures of a competitive business market.…
