Garlic Shrimp, Musubi, Lemongrass Kalbi: There’s Way More than Fish at Paradise Poke
Think of it as a one-stop poke convenience shop.
What’s New
Castro’s Brings Soulful Cuban Food to the Edge of Waikīkī
Come for the Cubano sandwich, stay for the pitaya, mountain apple and poi seasonal papaya bowl.
From Greece to Papakōlea: Get Your Greek Fix in the Hills of Tantalus
Greek Aloha Kitchen’s pork belly gyros, feta fries and baklava ice cream are worth seeking out just past Punchbowl.
Pono Potions Opens a Chic Coffee Shop and Boutique in Honolulu Chinatown
Coffees and lemonades flavored with Pono Potions’ local syrups are in their own cafe on Smith Street.
Chef Chai Brings Hawaiian Food to Waikīkī
From pipikaula to chicken long rice, Kalo puts Hawaiian food—and some of Chai's signature dishes—within reach of visitors.
Onomea’s New Candy Bars are Locally Made with Hawai‘i-Grown Chocolate
And they come in POG, matcha crunch, salted mac nut, and lime and coconut varieties.
Coming Soon to Honolulu’s Drinking Scene: Bar Māze in Kaka‘ako
Bar Māze hopes to integrate cocktails and food in a way thatʻs never been done.
Townies’ Loss Is Windward’s Gain: Ganesh Dosa Moves to Kailua
The journey over the Pali is worth it for dosas both savory and sweet.
Loco Mocos and Meatball Subs: Vegan City on Kapahulu Is All About Flavor Bomb Comfort Food
David Gorman makes vegan dishes even meat eaters can like.
Foodflash: Liliha Bakery Is Opening a Full-Service Restaurant and Bar in Waikīkī
The local chain’s fourth location is coming to International Market Place as early as October.
I Ended Up at Mahi‘ai Table in Kapolei Three Times in One Week ... and Loved It
The restaurant’s first menu update since opening transitions superbly from pau hana snacking to family-style dining.
Adobo Burnt Ends, Kare Kare Surf and Turf and Filipino-Tiki Cocktails: Filipino Food Week Is Now
More than 20 restaurants across the state are participating in Filipino Food Week from June 6 to 12.
The Haute Cuisine Chef and His Haute Gummy Bears
Colin Hazama brings years at the top of the culinary scene to bear in his hit gummy bear series.
Ice Cream Pies by the Slice Are a New Thing in Chinatown
For pastry chef Heather Lukela, a one-time side hustle has turned into her very own pie shop.
New Daily Happy Hour at Merriman’s Honolulu Offers Deep-Fried Shrimp, Poke, Taro Hummus and Signature Cocktails
Take a (very) late outdoor lunch or (very) early dinner of delicious discounted dishes and drinks in Kaka‘ako.
Try These New DIY Gelato Cakes from Kaimukī’s Via Gelato
Tiramisu, strawberry shortcake, and even vegan chocolate and haupia gelato cakes.
Garibaldi’s Offshoot Little G Cafe is Slinging Pizzas at 808 Center
Don’t go expecting Garibaldi’s signature thick-crust pizzas. These are thin-crust pies inspired by the Big Apple.
Montreal-style Bagels with Super Local Toppings Roll Up in Kailua
Inspired by a lifelong passion, Empty Elle is Hawai‘i's first Montreal-style bagel shop.
Forget the Buffet: Shor’s New AYCE Breakfast Is Brought to Your Table
The Hyatt Regency Waikīkī’s signature buffet has a reimagined format for 2021.
Honolulu’s Newest Brewery Opens May 1 in the Old Precision Radio Building
Saturday’s opening day lineup at Lōkahi Brewing Co. includes Positive Vibes Lager, Honey Macadamia Nut Brown and Honolulu Haze.
It’s Takeout Only (For Now) at The Curb’s Bigger, Shinier New Spot in Kaimukī
The new coffee spot is next door to the old spot, with an automated pour-over system and curbside pickup, too.
Kamitoku’s Beef-Broth Ramen Bowls Get a New Home in Kaka‘ako
The truck stops here: Intensely beefy fare is at a full-service restaurant at Ward Village.
This Waikele Pop-Up Specializes in Seriously Loaded Steak Fries
Hella ‘Ono Grindz tops cheesy steak fries with beef birria, carne asada, longanisa and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.
Here’s a Smooth New Filipino Rum that Tastes of Pineapple, Banana and Caramel
A second-generation distiller aims to brings modernness and fun to the drink scene with Kasama Rum.
