August 19, 2012
Shiro's Saimin Haven
What’s not to like about Shiro’s Saimin Haven? The walls of the famed family eatery are covered with the art work of dozens of keiki who recreate their favorite bowl of steaming noodles in crayon. Next to those are the…
July 1, 2012
Shiro's Saimin Haven
Shiro’s Saimin Haven has given what used to be a simple noodle dish personality. Franz “Shiro” Matsuo or Mistah Saimin, who died recently at age 93, glamorized saimin, making it artful and personalized. Shiro’s Saimin is consistent in its use…
May 12, 2012
Shiro's Saimin Haven
The man behind the magic of Shiro’s Saimin restaurants, owner and founder Franz Shiro Matsuo, lived life to the fullest and did not look back. Matsuo, otherwise known as “Mistah Saimin,” died May 3. He was 93. Although his smiling…
April 28, 2012
Shiro's Saimin Haven
As a working mother of two young children, dinners are often picked up on the way home. Then there are the numerous potlucks and family gatherings where everyone brings their own specialty dish. For me, my specialty usually ends up…
February 25, 2012
Shiro's Saimin Haven
Shiro Matsuo, known locally as “Mistah Saimin,” gained Island-wide fame in the 1960s after transforming saimin from a traditional snack into a complete meal for Hawaii’s diners. Shiro’s Saimin Haven, his restaurant now managed by grandson Bryce Fujimoto, still serves…
January 28, 2012
Shiro's Saimin Haven
Since the 1960s, Shiro’s Saimin Haven has been the No. 1 pick among diners when it comes to classic comfort food such as saimin, sandwiches and more. And with close to 200 local delights on the menu, you’ll never tire…
November 19, 2011
Shiro's Saimin Haven
Anything that claims to be the haven for something sets a high standard for itself. And luckily for customers of Shiro’s Saimin Haven, the restaurant lives up to its lofty proclamation. The family-run joint has a casual, welcoming atmosphere, and…
