Escape from the hustle and bustle of the crazy daily grind and head on over to Shiro’s Saimin Haven. Known to “offer comfort food, with portions not too skimpy and price geared toward the hardworking people from near and far,”…
Open since 1969, Shiro’s Saimin Haven credits its seasoned employees for its longevity and success. The restaurant serves island-style comfort food, including bentos, hamburger steak and, of course, excellent saimin noodles. The pandemic brought unique challenges, but the staff managed…
Today is Sunday, June 20, which also happens to be Father’s Day. What better occasion than to treat that admired dad with the aptly named Father’s Day Special ($12.95), available today at Shiro’s Saimin Haven’s Waimalu location only. Offered for…
The definition of tradition involves passing on wonderful things from generation to generation, and Shiro’s Saimin Haven has that philosophy as its core mission in dishing out its delicious food. “We’re a comfort food establishment. We’re not necessarily a fast-food…
Since 1969, locals have been flocking to Shiro’s Saimin Haven’s Waimalu eatery for a sample of Hawaii’s best saimin. Twenty years later, a location in Ewa Beach meant Westside customers could have a taste of Shiro’s whenever the craving hit.…
Shiro’s Saimin Haven might look a little different inside — it’s been outfitted to accommodate the 6 feet of social distancing, for example — but the same amazing food remains the reason dedicated diners return time and time again for…
Despite all that’s been going on in recent weeks, the aloha spirit is alive and well in the islands. Residents are shopping local and doing their best to support their neighborhood small businesses, and these entrepreneurs, in turn, are doing…
ANNE LEE speaks with president LINDA MATSUO Shiro’s Saimin Haven is a family business Hawaii residents and visitors undoubtedly can agree is a blessing to the local food scene. The mom-and-pop shop churns out some of the best saimin in…
As Shiro’s Saimin Haven celebrates its momentous 50th Anniversary, multiple generations of local diners can attest that Shiro’s carries on its rich tradition as the first word in saimin. Shiro’s offers an incredible 64 saimin choices, which run the gamut…
As the 50th anniversary of Shiro’s Saimin Haven approaches next month, the managers and employees of this legendary Waimalu restaurant are getting ready for the exciting month ahead. They’re also thinking with affection of the late Franz “Shiro” Matsuo, also…
