7 Notable New Restaurants
These O‘ahu restaurants opened in a landscape altered by the pandemic—reminding us of the joy of dining out.
Dining Out
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 7 Best Grilled Cheese Sandwiches on O‘ahu
Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Day (April 12) with one of our favorite versions of the childhood classic.
These 13 Hawai‘i Chefs and Restaurants Just Made the Semifinals of the James Beard Awards
First-timers include Nisshodo Mochiya, Gaku izakaya and Ethel’s Grill. Congrats to all 13!
14 We Tried: The Most Pet-Friendly Bars and Restaurants on O‘ahu to Grab a Drink With Your Dog
National Love Your Pet Day (Feb. 20) is the perfect excuse to drink outside with all the good boys and girls.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: Hau Tree Restaurant at the Kaimana Beach Hotel Wins Gold for Best Outdoor Dining in Hawai‘i
Shade of the Century: Come for the tree, stay for the food.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 12 Best Meaty and Meatless Burgers on O‘ahu
From Punahou Carnival to Hale ‘Aina-winning restaurants, here are our team’s top spots to pile on the patties.
How to Eat Xiao Long Bao and Other Tips for Enjoying Soup Dumplings in Honolulu
It’s loved by many but a daunting task for dumpling freshmen. We share three methods for eating xiao long bao.
The 2020 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: Hawai‘i’s Best Restaurants
This year, we talk to our Restaurateurs of the Year about the pandemic, dive into a new Spanish-Italian concept, pair a drink for every mood, provide tips for Korean barbecue and more.
Honolulu Skewer House’s New Locale Has a New Twist: DIY Tabletop Grilling
After a long closure, the Chinese barbecue restaurant has reopened in a new spot on Kapahulu.
2020 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: Rigo Named Best New Restaurant in Hawai‘i
Rigo, opened by Japanese restaurant group Huge, brings luxury and maximalism to the masses in the form of a Spanish Italian restaurant.
33 New Restaurants to Watch for on O‘ahu in 2021
Expect more spicy Chinese, local beer and yes, more birria tacos.
2020 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: The Beginner’s Guide to Korean Barbecue
Switching things up, Korean style, can make your next turn at the grill so much better. Learn how to gogikui.
New Riff on Chinatown Restaurant-Bar Brings Back Vegan and Vegetarian Fare
Fans of the old Downbeat Diner can find new takes on meaty and vegan favorites, complete with a conspiratorial twist, at the new Other Side Diner.
In the Mood for Tonkotsu Ramen? Head to King Street
Golden Pork Tonkotsu Ramen Bar serves ramen and tsukemen (dipping noodles) with a specialty broth that’s simmered for 23 hours.
More Than Any Other Brewery, Beer Lab HI Captures the Everyday Joys of Living in Hawai‘i
In craft brewing, Beer Lab feels like what the Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine movement was to Hawai‘i’s culinary world almost 30 years ago.
The Original Magoo’s Pizza Is Back in Business After a Long Hiatus
Remember “No hu hu, call Magoo’s”? Now you can—the iconic pizza shop has reopened in Kapahulu.
5 We Tried: We Search for the Best Poke at Tamashiro Market
Picking the best poke in Honolulu may require several trips to taste them all.
A Savory Indian Crepe at Ganesh Dosa in Kaka‘ako Can Soothe the Mind
There’s only one thing on the menu at this ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace eatery, and it’s presented five different ways.
11 Hawai‘i Brewery Reopenings and Updates in October on O‘ahu
Five are already open for dine-in; three more are reopening this week.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 7 Best Pizzas on O‘ahu
No matter how you slice it, there’s a pie for everyone. Here are our team’s favorite dine-in and takeout pizza options on O‘ahu.
2020 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: The Best Restaurants in Hawai‘i
Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on Sept. 14, 2020.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 12 Best Frozen Treats for a Boiling Hot Day on O‘ahu
Labor Day might signal the end of summer elsewhere, but we’ll still be sweating through the next few months. Here are our favorite ways to cool down.
4 Hawai‘i-Grown Ingredients Are Having a Moment at Our Favorite Restaurants
What do ‘ulu, mushrooms, shrimp and pork have in common? More farms are growing and raising them locally, inspiring chefs to create innovative dishes.
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