Top 15 Picks of a Las Vegas Man Who Eats Out in Honolulu 180 Times a Year
From noodle bowls to meatballs, sushi omakase to hamburger steak (with extra gravy): Young Park loves the local food scene.
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What to Know About Honolulu’s New Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurant
Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera can average $100 a person. Here are 18 tips to know before you go.
Old-School Diners We Love: Teshima’s Restaurant
At this 95-year-old landmark in Kealakekua, local-style favorites are flavored with nostalgia.
First Look: Hawai‘i’s First Tokyo Central Opens in Kailua
The vibe of a mini Don Quijote, with Marukai moments sprinkled throughout.
5 Ramen Shops in Honolulu to Cure Your Vegan Ramen Cravings
This classic post proves ramen does have a lighter side: plant-based bowls packed with rich flavor and healthy toppings.
Ka‘a‘awa’s Crouching Lion Returns With a Revamped Look and Menu
The landmark restaurant reopens May 1 with a raw bar, outdoor robata grill and family-style dishes.
On Kapahulu, the Zen of Tea and Gelato
Next to Aburiya Ibushi, Cha to Gelato Zen makes tea ceremony a casual evening ritual—with a side of dessert.
10 New & Coming Eateries on O‘ahu: March 2024
Where to find new and coming Italian food, tacos, a luxe sushi omakase and good chicken.
Affordable Splurge: Suntory’s $26 Kama‘āina Lunch Special
We’re saying hai to washugyu tri tip in a sizzling pan with miso soup, salad and sushi.
AYCE Nights: My Favorite All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Spot in Honolulu
Frolic’s sixth most popular post of 2023 spotlights Kats Sushi and its $32.90 made-to-order nigiri deal.
There’s a New Old-School Okazuya in Kapolei
On weekday mornings, En Fuego Grill turns into a local-style Japanese deli with 20-plus selections.
A College Student’s Favorite Spots for Late-Night Grinds
From midnight plate lunch and Thai curry to 3 a.m. Korean barbecue.
Ranking Inari Factory’s 12 Poke-Style Bombs at Don Quijote
We tried all 12 inari bombs at the Makaloa store’s bomb new kiosk.
Shokudo Opens an Old-School Izakaya in Waikīkī
The newest Shokudo is different from the others—and more may follow.
Mochi Crepes and Kanazawa Curry Have Popped Up in Waikīkī
Gluten-free crepes and umami-packed curry made with wagyu drippings broth are deep inside a grocery store.
AYCE Nights: My Favorite All-You-Can-Eat Hot Pot Spots in Honolulu
Family-friendly spots in this classic post were made for big groups that eat a lot.
Cucina Moon Brings Legit Fresh Pasta Bowls and Gelato to McCully Shopping Center
This casual second-floor oasis makes fresh pasta and vegan gelato and sorbetto daily.
Reader Top 5: Best Hot Pots on O‘ahu
From Kapolei to Kaimukī, top picks from a writer who declares that hot pot will always be her first true love.
Rotating Pop-Up Vendors at Fishcake Hook Us With New Delights
The test café in the furniture and decor showroom lets micro food businesses showcase their craft.
Fresh, Crackling-Crisp Hand Rolls Make Nori Bar Worth a Visit
But with only 16 seats, reserve ahead or prepare for a wait at Ward Village’s newest eatery.
At Heart: “I Got the Feeling Everybody Was There for the Love of It”
Meet the man who brought new life to the mochi and manju at 70-year-old Fujiya Hawai‘i.
5 New Eateries to Check Out on O‘ahu in November 2023
Bakeries, restaurants and breweries are sprouting up from Kalihi to Kaka‘ako.
Aloha Bento Has Us Eating Premium Sushi and Sashimi in a Bank
Find this unexpected gem in Downtown’s Central Pacific Plaza, but don’t go Wednesday through Friday this week—they’ll be closed for Thanksgiving.
Kiki Is My Favorite Tempura Shop in Hawai‘i
The fryer-to-table model maximizes temperature and crisp.
