Where Are They Going? Fave Eateries at Kaka‘ako’s ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace
Doors close for good on this experimental tiny-business incubator on April 16. We checked in with as many as we could to find out their plans.
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Farmers Market Finds: Miniature Vegan Pancakes at Lōkahi Kailua Market
These little plant-based Pan Keikis are your new favorite bite-sized comfort treat.
We Asked Frolic Foodies for Their Fave Fried Rice and Got 35 Different Answers
Of course we expected Side Street Inn and Elena’s. Not expected: a pie shop in Wahiawā, three poke counters and a ritzy steak house.
Two-Minute Takeout: U-Kitchen Bento Shop in Kalihi
Enormous and reasonable bento plates plus Japanese sandwiches, inari bombs and musubi are the hallmarks of this hidden gem.
6 Places to Get Chicken on the South Side of Kaua‘i
Chickens are everywhere on the Garden Isle: smoked, in adobo, karaage-style or as puffy chicken skin crisps.
Personality Quiz: Which $10 Happy Hour Pizza at Kaka‘ako’s Moku Kitchen Is You?
It’s a scientifically unproven fact: Your pizza order reveals more about your personality than you might think.
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.
Two-Minute Takeout: Waipahu’s Leeward Drive Inn
When all plates come with fried saimin and mac salad, they must be from this plate lunch icon.
A New Casual Dining Concept Joins International Market Place
Kūhiō Ave Food Hall takes over the Waikīkī mall’s ground-level space with gourmet smash burgers, Taco Tuesdays and more.
Got’z Grindz Now Has Poke Bowls and Ochazuke in Kāne‘ohe
We revisit a neighborhood gem known for jam-packed musubi, garlic noodles and lemon peel gummies.
Two-Minute Takeout: Nu‘uanu Okazuya at the Edge of Downtown Honolulu
Part 2 of our look at eateries in the Miyamoto Building revisits a popular okazuya known for its fish cakes, chicken and andagi.
My Top 5: Favorite Places to Eat and Drink on O‘ahu Right Now
Frolic intern Lauren Kaneshiro dishes her go-tos and must-eats around her hometown.
Venezuelan Empanadas Pop Up Hot and Fresh Every Tuesday in Mō‘ili‘ili
Guaiqueri Empanadas brings over seven types of savory empanadas to ‘ili‘ili Cash and Carry each week.
Farmers Market Finds: Indian-Inspired Snack Wraps in Kailua
Kama‘āina Kati Roll wraps up pork belly, chicken tikka and masala paneer in grilled roti flatbreads.
Reader Poll: Which Restaurant Serves Your Favorite Oxtail Soup on O‘ahu?
Vote for your fave by midnight this Thursday and check back next week for the results!
First Look: Nami Kaze, Okazuya-style Now, Izakaya Later
Jason Peel, who’s opened restaurants for other chefs, opens the first one of his own, what will become a seafood and vegetable focused izakaya.
Two-Minute Takeout in Downtown Honolulu/Chinatown: Tio’s Tamales
The rustic Miyamoto Building houses an eclectic mix of destination eateries. Up first: New Mexico-style tamales, carne asada fries and a unique take on chile relleno.
Truffle and Pop Is My New Favorite (and Completely Addictive) Hawai‘i-Made Snack
Cheesy truffly goodness. You got me.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 8 Best Noodle Soups on O‘ahu for Rainy Days
Some of our top picks for comforting slurps when a cold snap is coming.
Last Chance in Kalihi for This Beef Stew, Fresh Fish and Hotcakes
After 55 years, Megs Drive-In will serve its last comforting plates on December 17.
We Tried 5 Random Instant Ramens from H Mart in Kaka‘ako
Inspired by BTS’ love of instant ramen, we grabbed from H Mart’s endless selection. Here are our reviews.
What $10 Gets You: ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace in Kaka‘ako
It’s lunchtime and you’re hungry. Frolic’s balling on a budget series is back!
Wahiawā Kilani Avenue Food Crawl
Nostalgia and new-school meet on a half-mile stretch in Wahiawā.
Hawaiian Chip Co. Wants You to Dip Its Chips in Chocolate
Salty local chips, creamy chocolate and a little spice? We’re in!
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