But First, Brunch: 4 New Brunches to Check Out in Downtown Honolulu/Chinatown
From a full English breakfast to chilaquiles, biscuits and gravy to breakfast pizza—here are four reasons to brunch around Chinatown.
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O‘ahu Cafes that Let You Plug in Your Laptop Over a Good Cup of Coffee
Yes, the search has gotten harder, but these places still exist.
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.
Brunch at Podmore Is Worthy of a Special Occasion
The posh Downtown Honolulu cocktail bar has rolled out a brunch menu fit for a queen.
First Look: Beyond Pastry Studio’s Pastries and Modern Take on Filipino Breads
Beyond Pastry Studio has opened in downtown Honolulu with ube ensaymadas, mango pineapple Spanish rolls and more.
Downtown Honolulu’s Best New Sunday Brunch Is a Hidden Surprise
Proof Social Club's Sunday brunch delivers rustic twists on French, Spanish and modern American favorites.
Find Mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Moon Festival at These Shops in Honolulu
Newer options include strawberry, Okinawan sweet potato and pork floss—or stick with the traditional Chinese pastry on Sept. 21, 2021.
First Look: Podmore Finally Opens in Downtown Honolulu
Three years in the making, Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura’s cocktail bar is a gem worthy of a splurge.
Coming Soon: Podmore in Downtown
Three years in the making, Anthony Rush and Katherine Nomura plan on opening Podmore, a cocktail bar and brunch spot, in mid-August.
It’s Li Hing Float Sherbet Month at Asato Family Shop
Since the Downtown store only opens twice a week, that means four more days to get Li Hing Melon Float, Li Hing Cola Float, Li Hing Vanilla Float and Li Hing Float.
Guess Who’s Behind the New Pūpū Menu at Downtown’s Bar Leather Apron
Haute cuisine chef Colin Hazama of C4 Table serves up playful, sophisticated bites to go with a revamped drink menu.
10 We Tried: The Most Pet-Friendly Bars and Restaurants on O‘ahu to Grab a Drink With Your Dog
Saturdays were made for day drinking with all the good boys and girls.
HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 9 Best Sandwiches on O‘ahu
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.
Honolulu’s Newest Craft Beer Spot Is in a Bank
On tap at the new Aloha Beer Downtown: Aloha Blonde, Queen St. Pils, Hefe Weizen, Froot Lupes, Hop Lei IPA and Waimānalo Farmhouse.
The 4 Best Places To Eat Outside in Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown Right Now
When one door shuts, the outdoors open. Here are some of our favorite restaurants on O‘ahu for dining alfresco.
Buy Frozen Meat to Go at These Honolulu Restaurants
Restaurants such as Pagoda and 53 By the Sea pivot to food markets, offering not only prepared meals, but also ingredients to pick up for at-home cooking.
Honolulu Restaurants Offering Curbside and Delivery Service
Our updated list of restaurants now offering curbside and delivery services during the coronavirus shutdown.
These Honolulu Restaurants are Offering Liquor Bottles with Your Takeout
Upgrade your home bar and support a local restaurant with your own DIY cocktail kits and rare whiskeys.
Coronavirus Alert: These Honolulu Breweries Need Your Help Now
Need a good beer to get through all the bad news? Add growlers to your pantry and support local brewers facing draft brews with a shelf life.
Faria, a Portuguese Pop-Up, Makes Us Wonder: Why Aren’t There Any Portuguese Restaurants in Hawai‘i?
The new pop-up, by the chefs and partners in Hukilau restaurant, goes beyond bean soup and malassadas.
What $10 Gets You: Downtown Honolulu
Downtown has tons of affordable lunch options if you know where to go.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings: Here’s What’s New with Hawai‘i Restaurants in February 2020
A new late-night happy hour, the place to be for brunch in early March and your last chance to raise a toast to a favorite bar and speakeasy.
6 Chinese Bakeries in Honolulu to Celebrate the Year of the Rat During Chinese New Year
From newer spots to institutions, here’s where to pick up treats—steamed, baked and candied—for the new year and beyond.
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Sorabol, Menchanko-Tei, Yogurstory, Ireh are giving way to—you guessed it—a new condo development.
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Chinatown 808 is offering combo packages of jai, gau, jin dui and more from local restaurants—but you’ll need to order by Jan. 22.
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