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.
Food & Dining
Ditch Your Diet for Brunch in Kaimukī
Unlike that salad you had for lunch, the dishes at Koko Head Café are indulgent, satisfying and worth getting out of bed for.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings: What’s New with Hawai‘i Restaurants in January 2021
A special vegan dish, a new dinner menu at a favorite neighborhood restaurant, what you’ll eat at our third exclusive Hale ‘Aina dinner, reopenings and a Valentine’s Day dinner to book now.
You’re Invited to an Exclusive Dinner with Pai Honolulu
As part of our Hale ‘Aina Dinner Series, the Hale ‘Aina 2020 Bronze winner for Best Tasting Menu will offer an exclusive culinary experience on Jan. 24.
Da Spot is Honolulu’s Place for Healthy, Affordable and Sustainable Ethnic Cuisines
It may be our Hale ‘Aina Awards 2020 finalist for Best Mediterranean, but the local restaurant’s lineup of dishes are globally inspired.
2020 in Review: HONOLULU Magazine’s Most-Read Dining Stories of the Year
Here are your favorite stories about eating and drinking in Hawai‘i.
Highway Inn Serves ‘Ono Hawaiian Fare Locals and Visitors Love
Our Hale ‘Aina 2020 Silver winner for Best Hawaiian puts comfort into every bite.
Best of 2020 Dining: Editor’s Favorites
In case you missed it, here are 10 of my favorite stories on food and dining in Honolulu in 2020.
Holey Grail Doughnuts Is Expanding with a 5-Month Pop-Up
Its taro doughnuts are moving into Kaka‘ako’s old Pā‘ina Café space while the truck roams Waikīkī.
Kapi‘olani Boulevard’s Veteran Sushi Spot is Casual Meets Quality
Head to Yanagi Sushi for lunch, dinner and late-night happy hour.
Kaimukī’s New Sandwich Cafe Has a Familiar Name
12th Ave Grill DeliCafe is an indoor-outdoor reboot of the long-shuttered restaurant.
There’s a Big Move In the Works for MW Restaurant
The popular eatery is closing Dec. 31 and reopening in a new space along with its recently shuttered Artizen café.
Have a Hoppy Holiday with This Local Brewery
It’s the most wonderful time for a beer, and Beer Lab HI has you covered for Christmas, New Year’s Eve and beyond.
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.
Here’s Why Kapa Hale Is One of Honolulu’s Most Exciting New Restaurants
Keaka Lee’s first restaurant fuses elements of Hawaiian, local, modern American and global.
Amuse Wine Bar Offers Pours of Vino and a Great Food Menu
Sample sips of wine to your heart’s content, paired with a killer menu of bites.
2020 Honolulu Holiday Gift Guide for Food Lovers
9 ways to bring cheer to family and friends.
You’re Invited to an Exclusive Dinner with Bar Leather Apron and Hy’s Steak House
As part of our Hale ‘Aina Dinner Series, two award-winning names will come together for one ultra exclusive evening on Dec. 17.
Pint + Jigger Is Reopening Next Spring
Version 2.0 of the OG Honolulu gastropub is taking shape in the Ala Moana Hotel.
What You’ll See and Hear at the 2020 Hale ‘Aina Celebration
Yes, you can take a chic selfie in your car. From over-the-top dancers to big voices, we have all the other details for the entertainment lined up for our big night.
Find Lobster Rolls at These 9 Honolulu Eateries
Don’t underestimate a pandemic—these shellfish indulgences are on a roll.
