A New Okazuya Continues a Long Tradition in Waipahu
Sato’s Okazuya closed early this year—but not for long. Two cousins have revived it as the new Hashi Okazuya.
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6 Takeout Places for Maximalist to Budget-Friendly Chirashi in Honolulu
A chirashi sushi bowl for every mood.
What’s New in Honolulu: The 7-Layer Tonkatsu at ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace
Call ahead or get in line—Nana Ai Katsu already has a following.
Two-Minute Takeout in Honolulu: Okata Bento
Kaimukī’s classic lunch counter is famous for teri burgers and deluxe bentos.
Kaka‘ako’s Islander Sake Brewery Has Opened Its Sake Bar
Honolulu now has a place to drink fresh, locally made sake with homey food pairings.
Two Top Omakase Sushi Counters in Honolulu are Offering Steep Discounts
Sushi Sho and Sushi Ginza Onodera are wooing locals back this fall with 20% discounts.
Two-Minute Takeout: 22 Kailua
Affordable omakase and sushi bentos make this spot worth the drive to Kailua.
A New Ramen Restaurant Just Opened in Kaimukī
Noods Ramen Bar has tan tan, yuzu shio, truffle shoyu ramen plus poke bowls and killer garlic fried rice.
Essential O‘ahu Eats: Never Fear, These Ramen Restaurants are Still Here
Because noodle cravings hit hard even while in quarantine.
Two-Minute Takeout in Honolulu: Aburiya Ibushi
Quick video review of a new Kapahulu izakaya that opened in the middle of a shutdown.
Islander Sake Is Making Hawai‘i's First Sake in Three Decades
Here's a look at the brand new Kakaako brewery and its junmai ginjo, nigori and amazake.
You’ll Want to Dip Everything into Ichifuji’s Oxtail Hot Pot
The new Mōʻiliʻili spot grand opened above sister restaurant Tori Ton.
Our Go-To: Bubbling Hot Pots in Honolulu
The Frolic team’s favorite spots for comforting vats of deliciousness.
What $10 Gets You: Ala Moana Center
It's lunchtime and you're hungry. What are your options?
Best Okazuyas on O‘ahu: Our Top 5
Where to find the tastiest okazu plates on Saturday mornings.
We Tried It: A Step-By-Step Attempt at Making Chef Morimoto’s Udon Noodles
Make your own udon at home with the Iron Chef’s recipe.
Get a taste of heavenly noodles by a "ramen god"
An internationally renowned chef serves up ramen at the Kahala this week.
35th Hale ‘Aina Winner: The Beginner’s Guide to Japanese Hot Pot in Honolulu
Hot pot newbies, simmer down. The pros at Ichiriki Japanese Nabe have your guide to the ultimate D.I.Y. dining experience.
Here’s What We Think You Should Order at Chef Morimoto’s Two New Restaurants
After closing one restaurant, the Iron Chef opened two more at the ‘Alohilani Resort: Momosan Waikīkī and Morimoto Asia.
Kampai! The Sake Shop Is Back in Business
The new spot in Kaka‘ako has 100-plus sakes, Japanese beers and whiskeys—and parking.
Your Ultimate First-timers Guide to Experiencing Osaka Like a Pro
Getting there on AirAsia plus where to stay, go and eat.
Sear-Your-Own Wagyu Beef Katsu Is My Go-To Meal in Japan
Others crave sushi and ramen. I head for Gyukatsu Motomura
Here’s the Story Behind 2018 Hale ‘Aina Award-Winner Agu Ramen’s Hot Mess
How Parmesan and ramen got together.
Our Top 5: Ramen in Hawai‘i
Here are my top 5 ramen shops after Yotteko-Ya: places that fill the void in my heart and belly.
