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Kelli Shiroma Braiotta joined the Frolic Hawai‘i team as a freelance writer in 2016 and came on board full-time the following year. She became the digital marketing content for HONOLULU and covered Hawai‘i’s food scene for Frolic—a path that started with journalism degrees from Biola University (print journalism) and the University of Southern California (digital journalism) and wound through jobs as an AutoZone copywriter and church communications director. An unabashed fan of brunch, cheesy dishes and dessert, Kelli also loves working out, travel and all things Disney.
Are you Waikīkī-phobic? Newsflash: If you’re going to eat, there’s plenty of cheap or free parking around.
Yes, birria tacos are still hot in Honolulu. But if you’re over the dippable, crunchy snacks (and even if you aren’t) we’re already digging these riffs on the original riff on the rustic Mexican stew.
Coming Saturday, May 29: Exclusive new poke creations from 8 iconic shops around O‘ahu at a fun, zero-contact drive-thru.
It’s Taco Tuesday—there’s a soulmate birria out there for you.
Starting this month: Huge bowls of ice cream and honey toast in flavors like Fruity Pebbles, Lucky Charms and Cocoa Krispies.
More than 40 restaurants are featuring special dishes, discounts and prix fixe menus to support Hawai‘i’s agricultural education programs.
Whether you want to dine in for Easter brunch or prefer a takeout meal, there’s something for everyone.
Waipahu’s stalwart poke shop debuts drool-worthy new monthly specials.
With its Waikīkī and Shirokiya Village Walk locations closed, Onoya is now a standalone ramen restaurant.
Paper-thin salami, juicy roast beef, tasty tonkatsu, sumptuous smoked brisket, hefty lumps of crab, fresh fish and everything else that’s best between bread.
Whether you choose to dine in or get takeout, there are many ways you can get your green on for St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, 2021.
Joja Hawai‘i brings chicken alfredo, ravioli, fettucine and other Italian dishes to Kaka‘ako.
Prince Waikīkī’s restaurant has switched things up with action stations and all-you-can-eat served courses (we’re looking at you, crab legs and dessert!).
We’ll tell you how to pronounce the name—and yes, get the pastrami melt.
Banh mi, bao, lumpia, pho, ramen—the list goes on.
Because does anyone really wait until Fat Tuesday to eat a doughnut?
The star of the new items: a build-your-own option that lets you choose fish, preparation and sauces.
Think you know O‘ahu’s wing scene? You might want to bet on these newbies.
Shrimp cocktails, filet mignon, sweets for your sweetheart: We’ve gathered nearly 50 O‘ahu options right here.
Think jumbo katsu burgers, loaded tater tots and country-fried steaks with chunky chorizo sauce.
Waikīkī’s longtime beachside favorite gets a facelift and a modern, upscaled menu by Hawai‘i’s hottest chef.
Poke bowls, fish and chips and yes, furikake seared ‘ahi from Pier 38 are now on Coral Street.
Kawaii Bowls in Kaimukī has katsu egg bowls and katsu musubis, too.
Shay’s Smashburgers sells premium beef burgers and tacos in the back of a used car lot.
Its taro doughnuts are moving into Kaka‘ako’s old Pā‘ina Café space while the truck roams Waikīkī.
12th Ave Grill DeliCafe is an indoor-outdoor reboot of the long-shuttered restaurant.
The ‘Ewa-based birria taco truck is set to open a restaurant early next year.
Thank goodness it's still not too late to start planning your New Year's feast. I scoured social media and bugged my contacts for special holiday menus and treats. Whether you plan to dine in or take out, your options to ring…
12th Ave Grill, a Kaimuki institution for many, was closed through much of the pandemic. So it was news when it re-emerged recently with a new format, a new menu and for the first time, outdoor dining. Once I saw…
It's been quite a year and we could all use some extra holiday cheer. Right on cue, Tiki's Grill & Bar reopened The Christmas Bar Hawaii on Black Friday, but this time it's on the third floor of Bloomingdale's at Ala Moana Center. Photo: Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSee…
Don’t underestimate a pandemic—these shellfish indulgences are on a roll.
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine is known for its uni pasta, truffle carbonara and other high-end Italian fare. But what if I told you that it also sells a one-pound ribeye takeout bowl for $24.99? Well, sort of. Taormina recently launched Savage…
This makes eatery number three for the local supermarket chain.
A new name for an upscale French bistro concept and an a la carte menu.
We ate everything we could at Et Al Restaurant, opening in Foodland’s Kahala Mkt. on Nov. 18.
$2 oyster alert. Also truffle fries with fried Goteburg, king crab artichoke dip and 25% off all drinks.
How are you celebrating Thanksgiving this year? Whether you're headed to a restaurant or feasting at home, tons of options include everything from traditional feasts for one to whole-family options with the traditional turkey and the works, chicken meals, seafood,…
Meeting friends for a happy hour with wine and shared appetizers seems like such a distant pasttime. Thank goodness charcuterie to-go is actually a thing. Some of my favorite boards across the island are available for takeout, and in recent weeks, new charcuterie boards…