Foodie Field Trip: 3 Underrated Spots in Wahiawā and Waialua
Get down on some serious Mexican eats at Barrio Café, peruse a magical meadery at Mānoa Honey and Mead and tuck into sweet and savory comforts at HI Pie.
Maria Burke
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3 Essential Summertime Experiences Found Only at ‘Alohilani Resort
Enjoy a picturesque breakfast at Queen’s Arbor, pau hana at O Bar’s new oyster hour, al fresco dining at Swell and more.
Best of HONOLULU 2022: The Best Food and Drinks on O‘ahu
Find 13 of our editors’ favorites, plus 36 winners and finalists voted on by readers.
Best of HONOLULU 2022: The Best Services on O‘ahu
Take a class, sing your heart out onstage or get your hair done at our 84 top picks chosen by readers and editors.
Best of HONOLULU 2022
From best Korean fried chicken to banh mi, the best way to get into pickleball to best beach blanket, we pulled together the top food, fitness, shopping, services and family-friendly picks.
Capturing Kānaka Through ManaChrome
Kenyatta Kelechi performs the art of wet plate photography through a uniquely Native Hawaiian lens.
Fun Vibes and Quality Eats Make Pizza Dadi Your New Favorite Place to Party
The newest fast-casual addition to Ward Centre melds Mad Bene favorites with new classics, served up in a millennial wonderland.
Go Beyond Monet with Two Inspired Foodie Events Only At the Moana Surfrider
These days, while many have rapidly caught the travel bug, others seek a transportive experience closer to home. We've traded in trips to big coastal cities and far…
Holoholo to Hawai‘i Island for These 3 Legit Waimea Food Finds
Edomae sushi, a raclette cheese truck and a Japanese sweets shop are all tucked amid the rolling pastures on the north side of the island.
44 Insanely Good Dishes in Hawai‘i
Our writers select the dishes and drinks around Honolulu and beyond that we crave.
My 5 Favorite Tacos on O‘ahu Right Now
Barbacoa, birria, Baja-style fish tacos: Where to find taco excellence right here on island.
Cool Slurps: TsuruTonTan in Waikīkī Has 7 Chill Noodle Bowls and We’re All About This One
Welcome to a cold noodle lover's happy place.
Roll With It: Eighty Chicken Sandwiches Is a Cult Sensation in Kahuku
Only 80 sandwiches and only on Saturdays and Sundays.
Bar Leather Apron Named One of 50 Best Bars
Justin Park’s first bar concept is named No. 42 in the North American ranking, while Chinatown’s EP Bar earns an Esquire mention as one of the Best Bars in America.
Beyond Monet Yoga Is the Dreamiest Movement Experience This Summer
A lineup of local instructors from Yoga Room Hawai‘i will lead guests through an immersive yoga experience
Foodflash: Fête’s Robynne Maii Wins Hawai‘i’s First James Beard Award in 19 Years
Congrats to America’s Best Chef: Northwest & Pacific!
ChadLou’s Coffee Tasting in Kailua Is Fun for a Nerd or Novice
Yes, you’ll be buzzing—but you get to taste locally grown coffees side by side with blends from around the world.
This Potluck Plate Celebrates AAPI Month, Local Style
Hawai‘i potlucks are already AAPI mashups on a plate. Frolic’s smorgasbord goes a step beyond with palusami, lomi ‘ō‘io, polvoron and more.
Mugen Waikīkī Adds Heart to Luxury with Its New Spring Menu
Jason Yamaguchi’s new menu celebrates spring in 11 lively courses fit for a special occasion.
7 Gradi’s Italian-Style Gelato and Sorbetto Are Churning Up in Kaka‘ako
With flavors like pink grapefruit, rice and mascarpone Oreo, this new addition to Salt is just in time for summer.
Frolic on the Rocks: Taking Back Sunday Is a New Highball Cocktail at Chinatown’s EP Bar
Bartender Sam Trusty serves up her latest spin on the tall bevy with a classic flavor romance.
Roll With It: Merienda Serves Up Refined Roadside Filipino Fare on Maui
Find lumpia shanghai, Filipino style breakfast, sisig tacos and more on a stretch of HI-30 in Lahaina.
Fine Dining on the Beach: Here’s a Taste of Maui’s Reimagined Pacific’o
A new chef, new partners and a new menu usher in a serious glow up for the iconic Lahaina farm-to-table destination.
Koko Head Cafe Adds New Dishes in a New Location in Kaimukī
With daily baked goods plus new brunch dishes, the neighborhood #brunchallday eatery is settling in nicely across the street.
Tableside Temaki and Oshizushi Arrive at Upstairs Waikīkī
You have until June 1 to book a 10-course omakase temaki dinner for a discounted $65—if you can snag a seat.
Here’s What’s Coming at the New Pint + Jigger Inside Ala Moana Hotel
The gastropub is set to reopen more than two years after its King Street location closed. We got a sneak peek.
My 8 Favorite Filipino Foods on O‘ahu Right Now
From lumpia to sisig and halo halo to kare kare, here’s where to find my beloved Filipino cravings.
Found in Kailua Town: Smokehouse Barbecue With Windward-Side Roots
Smoked meat, smash burgers and sandwiches, oh my! Whiskey Smoke 808 is a new neighborhood gem.
Two-Minute Takeout in Honolulu: Omega Mandoo House
In Part 3 of our look at takeout eateries in the Miyamoto Building, we visit a coveted mandoo-only destination.
First Look: Mr. Dough Has Soup Dumplings and More Near Ala Moana
The former MW Restaurant space is now home to the Hong Kong-based chain specializing in sheng jian bao.
Bits & Bites Serves Up Superior Cream Cheese Scones in Kailua
Don’t let the name fool you—this tiny cafe’s liliko’i, coconut and matcha white chocolate scones deliver big flavors.
Farmers Market Finds: Miniature Vegan Pancakes at Lōkahi Kailua Market
These little plant-based Pan Keikis are your new favorite bite-sized comfort treat.
Roritos: The Burrito Shop That EARL Built
It’s a new direction in a familiar locale for Justin Parvizimotlagh and his East Coast sandwich shops.
Soft Pretzels and Pretzel Dogs Have Appeared at the Edge of Chinatown
They’re inside Jolene’s Market at HB Baking—and there are cheese skirts involved.
Kailua Brunch Spot Over Easy Expands With a New Grab-and-Go Shop
Bakeside at Over Easy serves up sandwiches on freshly baked breads, killer muffins and more.
Farmers Market Finds: Torched Sushi and Handrolls in Kailua and Kaka‘ako
Ilea’s Kitchen serves up tantalizing aburi sushi creations in Kailua and Kaka‘ako.
Where to Find Mochi and Other Sweet Treats for Girls’ Day in Honolulu
Forgot to pre-order? Here’s where you can still find the sticky rice treats for March 3.
The Fortunate Foodie: Volunteer at These Nonprofit Kalo Farms in He‘eia
Here’s how you can help plant and harvest kalo, clear invasive growth and more at Kāko‘o ‘Ōiwi and Papahana Kuaola.
Chinatown’s Smith & Kings Has a Worthy Weekend Bar Brunch
With dishes like biscuits and gravy, fish and grits and strawberry shortcake, this neighborhood spot is more than just a bar.
