Honolulu Noodle & Co. Brings Taiwanese Noodles and Snacks to Waikīkī
It's one of seven new noodle-focused restaurants open and coming to the Stix Asia food hall.
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Nana’s Green Tea and Nana Musubi Are Back in Waikīkī
The matcha treats counter and the shop formerly known as Shichi Musubi are in the new Stix Asia food hall.
My Favorite Waffles on O‘ahu
Martha Cheng’s picks for best waffles from Waialua to Honolulu.
Paradise Ciders Opens New Tasting Room with 40 Taps in Mililani
You can now get the company’s locally brewed cider alongside sliders, pizza and beer from more than a dozen Hawaiˊi breweries.
Mindblown: Legit Oxtail Soup and Soufflé Pancakes at Westman Café
We found ‘ono oxtail soup on the same menu as divine soufflé pancakes—in Waikīkī, of all places.
Find Fancy Fresh Smoothies and Teas on Beretania Street
Find ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace’s home of uber-fresh smoothies next door to Dew Drop Inn.
Mindblown: Da Only-in-Hawai‘i Loco Moco Burger at Wahlburgers
Da one ting I never expected from one big Mainland chain.
All the Food at This Weekend’s Chinese New Year Festivals in Chinatown
Two big festivals on Jan. 13 and 14 celebrate the coming Year of the Rabbit.
See Inside the New Waikīkī Market and Piko Kitchen
Food Pantry’s full-service grocery with malassadas, poke bowls, plate lunches and a restaurant opens today across from International Market Place.
Celebrate the Plant-Based Life at These 11 Vegan-Friendly Dessert Spots
Sweet spots in Honolulu where you can indulge in doughnuts, ube tiramisu, gelato and soft serve without the guilt.
Roll With It: SW8 Dada’s Sizzling Sisig Truck in Waipahu
In the old Arakawa’s parking lot, crispy pork sisig and other irresistible Filipino specialties.
10 New & Coming Eateries on O‘ahu: January 2023, Part 1
Who’s opening, who’s expanding and who just opened on O‘ahu’s food and drink scene.
Rinka’s Lunch Sets Are One of the Best Deals in Town
In a pricey corner of Kaka‘ako, filling lunches that are family- and wallet-friendly.
Comfort Food for the Soul: My Top 6 Restaurant Picks on O‘ahu Right Now
A roundup of Maria Burke’s favorite restaurants on her home island.
Where to Eat on Your First Visit to O‘ahu
Raise your hand if you’ve been asked this question. This classic is a personal guide to everything from crack seed to loco moco.
Our Favorite New Hawai‘i Restaurants of 2022
These were the places Frolic’s writers couldn’t stop thinking (and writing) about.
The Year in Beer: Who Opened, Who Closed and Best Hawai‘i Beers of 2022
Nothing says normal like going out for a beer—and we did that a lot in 2022. Here’s the year-end recap plus 21 best local brews.
Best Crispy Gau Gee: Our Top 5
This classic post follows a hunt for the best of the beloved party pleaser.
We Rounded Up Your Top 5 Dim Sum, Manapua and Oxtail Soup on O‘ahu
We asked, and you voted—see how your faves stacked up in these hotly contested reader polls of 2022.
Meadow Gold’s Famous POG Now Stay One Sorbet
Passion Orange Guava juice connoisseurs, rejoice!
10 of Our Favorite Hot Drinks to Warm Your Spirits
There’s something for everyone on this steamy and cozy drink (and broth) list.
Who Makes the Best Roast Duck? Most Say Roast Duck Kitchen
In a quick and passionate survey, 56% went for the ‘Aiea takeout spot.
My 8 Favorite Sandwiches on O‘ahu
Frolic’s sandwich-loving assistant editor Thomas Obungen rounds up his top picks.
Holiday 2022 Menus at O‘ahu Restaurants: Part 2
More than 50 new menus for Christmas, New Year’s and every conceivable holiday treat.
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14 (more) new O‘ahu restaurants, dessert and snack shops, plus a craft beer tasting room to add to your list.
It's one of seven new noodle-focused restaurants open and coming to the Stix Asia food hall.
Here are all the Hawai‘i James Beard Awards 2023 semifinalists.
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Hello everybody, and welcome to my brand-new blog!All random nonsense aside, I’m taking this as my chance to spout on things that I’ve observed while out and about, insider/nightlife industry tips, goodies and news, club fashion and etiquette, rants and…