Ramen on a Rainy Night at Kāhala’s New Broth Bar
The city’s newest ramen shop brings tonkotsu and house-made noodles to a spot behind Kāhala Mall.
Food
Broke da Mouth: Da Spam Power Rankings
One throwback to da time Hawai‘i’s new Poet Laureate wen rank 15 flavors of Spam. Which one wen reign supreme?
Le Petit Chef Is a Cutting-Edge Dinner-and-Movie Prix Fixe
The global production’s 3D projection mapping technology lets diners watch a tiny animated chef work mightily to put a five-course menu on their plates.
Nisshodo and Fujiya: The Stories Behind Honolulu’s Last Remaining Legacy Mochi Shops
Two modest shops anchor Honolulu’s mochi scene, one over 100 years old. This Girls’ Day, we’re retelling their stories.
Vote for Your Favorite Restaurant in the 2026 Hale ‘Aina Awards
Now through March 31, support your favorite restaurants by nominating them for Hawai‘i’s most prestigious dining awards.
On Tuesday and Wednesday Nights, Find Just Desserts at Victor’s Dessert Lounge
This quirky spot near Ala Moana Center brings Little Oven vibes to a big space.
All Our Favorite Pancakes in Honolulu
They’re so fluffyyyyy! We flippin‘ love these flapjacks.
Modern Filipino American Mama Guava Is One of the City’s Most Exciting Restaurants
There’s a catch: The popular lunchtime pop-up in Chinatown is slated to close after February.
Biting Into Marujuu, the City’s First Sizzling Hamburg Restaurant
Where Japanese-style hamburger steaks come with a side of anime.
Tonkatsu Tamafuji, One of Honolulu’s Hardest-to-Get Reservations, Plans to Expand
Same address, different floor: The tonkatsu specialist widely regarded as Honolulu’s best is moving into a much bigger space.
All Our Favorite Soups in Honolulu
There's nothing better on a chilly day than tucking into one of these comforting bowls.
Asatos Waikīkī Debuts a Whimsical Three-Course Dessert Omakase Starting Today
The $58 menu is a Willy Wonka-esque journey that’s wacky, geeky and over the top.
How’s the Frozen Dim Sum at Home from Yung Yee Kee’s New Shop?
We checked out the new Go Go Mix frozen dim sum shop in ‘Aiea.
Frolic’s Top 10 Most Popular Posts of 2025
Readers loved new grocery stores, foodie news and a good burger—and came out with a surprise No. 1.
Who Has the Best Cake Noodles? 200 People Weighed in, So We Tried Their Top Picks
It’s a question for the ages—and for Melissa Chang and Gregg Hoshida, reason enough to taste-test. Here are their findings.
The Best Things We Ate in Hawai‘i in 2025
Our team’s personal picks for the most memorable bites of the year.
O‘ahu’s Best New Restaurants of 2025
Our food writers’ top picks for new restaurants they return to again and again.
Obleas and Fresas con Crema Join the Dulce de Leche Cookies at Aloha Alfajores’ New Wahiawā Kitchen
In the first space of her own, Andrea Smith can make fresh Latin desserts—and her signature buttery alfajores cookies.
Christmas and New Year’s Special Menus at O‘ahu Restaurants
Nearly 100 festive dine-in and takeout choices for your New Year’s feasting. Keep checking back as we add more!
Here’s Part 2: More Thanksgiving Menus from Restaurants Around O‘ahu
Sixty-plus new dine-in and takeout options for the biggest feasting day of the year.
All Our Favorite Pies in Honolulu
Get your eating pants ready—the holiday season, aka pie season, has arrived!
An Instagram Baker Offered Free Birthday Cakes for Keiki Living on SNAP—and Hopes Other Businesses Will Follow
Georgi DeCosta’s offer means 12 kids around O‘ahu will celebrate with festive birthday bundt cakes.
Honolulu Restaurant Week’s Prix Fixe Deals at 64 O‘ahu Restaurants Start Nov. 8
It’s that time when restaurants put their best dishes forward in seriously discounted special menus.
Timeless Tastes: All the Old-School Feels at Harry’s Café
Frolic’s new video series spotlights old-school family eateries where food comes with a generous side of nostalgia.
