Foodflash: 9 Hawai‘i Chefs and Eateries Are in the Running for 2026 James Beard Awards
Longtime restaurateur Peter Merriman leads the pack—and 5 of the 9 are first-time semifinalists.
Biting Commentary
Tonkatsu Tamafuji, One of Honolulu’s Hardest-to-Get Reservations, Plans to Expand
Same address, different floor: The tonkatsu specialist widely regarded as Honolulu’s best is moving into a much bigger space.
All Our Favorite Soups in Honolulu
There's nothing better on a chilly day than tucking into one of these comforting bowls.
Pioneering Hawai‘i Bartender Dave Newman Has Left Pint + Jigger After 13 Years. Here’s What He Has to Say
The industry leader talks about how far cocktails have come, his greatest lesson at Pint and what’s next.
Asatos Waikīkī Debuts a Whimsical Three-Course Dessert Omakase Starting Today
The $58 menu is a Willy Wonka-esque journey that’s wacky, geeky and over the top.
Where to Eat If It’s Not Your First Time to O‘ahu
So you’ve tried plate lunch, loco moco and shave ice. Now try these.
Finding Community and Kava at ‘Awa Hou Kava Lounge
The kava bar in the old Glazer’s Coffee spot is an ideal space for socializing, relaxing and exploring kava from around the Pacific.
How’s the Frozen Dim Sum at Home from Yung Yee Kee’s New Shop?
We checked out the new Go Go Mix frozen dim sum shop in ‘Aiea.
New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Notable openings include a new steakhouse, tempura bowls and matcha; plus the latest on Alan Wong’s and a coming beer bar.
Frolic’s Top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2025
Readers loved new grocery stores, foodie news and a good burger—and came out with a surprise No. 1.
Who Has the Best Cake Noodles? 200 People Weighed in, So We Tried Their Top Picks
It’s a question for the ages—and for Melissa Chang and Gregg Hoshida, reason enough to taste-test. Here are their findings.
Aloha, Smitty’s: It’s the End of an Era at Smith’s Union Bar
Regulars are in disbelief that Hawai‘i’s oldest bar is closing after 91 years on Hotel Street.
The Year in Beer: Who Opened, Who Closed and Best Hawai‘i Beers of 2025
Bright spots and goodbyes from a mixed year for craft beer in Hawai‘i.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve With Parties, Fireworks and More Events
Hau‘oli Makahiki Hou! Ring in 2026 with fireworks, ball drops, parties and dazzling events across O‘ahu.
The Best Things We Ate in Hawai‘i in 2025
Our team’s personal picks for the most memorable bites of the year.
