New and Coming Eateries on O‘ahu: January 2023, Part 2
14 (more) new O‘ahu restaurants, dessert and snack shops, plus a craft beer tasting room to add to your list.
Kaka‘ako
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.
10 of Our Favorite Hot Drinks to Warm Your Spirits
There’s something for everyone on this steamy and cozy drink (and broth) list.
Donato’s Fresh Cheese-Centric Bocconcino Café Opens in Kaka‘ako
Think espresso drinks, imported delicacies and pizzas and sandwiches featuring fresh, house-made mozzarellas.
October 2022: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About O‘ahu’s Food Scene
How a musubi roundup, a humble diner and an unlikely date-night destination ended up on our homepage.
Ultimate Guide to O‘ahu’s 11 Best Musubi Shops
Whether it’s Spam with ume and shiso, mentaiko mayo or even cheeseburger, these are the shops we go to when we’re craving a musubi.
Farmers Market Finds: Egyptian Koshari and Kebab Plates in Kaka‘ako and Kailua
Kebabjii Cairo Barbecue debuts at the market with kebab plates, while Middle Eats scoops up Egypt’s national dish.
Old-School Diners We Love: Harry’s Café in Kaka‘ako
Frolic’s new series revisits old-time places where you can still get a short stack with your favorite local comfort dish.
September 2022: Our Top 3 Most Viewed Posts About O‘ahu’s Food Scene
A new hidden spot, a PSA update on favorite small eateries, and a bun-to-bun showdown.
Mam’s Tuck Shop Brings Savory Hand-Sized Meat Pies to Ala Moana
The former Mam’s Meat Pies from ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace has a new brick-and-mortar shop next to the mall.
Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest on O‘ahu
Two of the biggest parties at SALT at Kaka‘ako and Aloha Stadium, and where to find seasonal local brews for Oktoberfest 2022.
Roll With It: Peruvian Street Food from El Gallo in Kaka‘ako
Grilled beef kebobs, chewy butternut squash doughnuts and other Peruvian fare have arrived in the urban core.
Where Are They Now? Eateries from ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace, Part 1
Up first: Updates on Atsushi, Bo’s Kitchen, Fat Cheeks, Little G Cafe, Mam’s Tuck Shop, ‘Ohana Poke House and Waffle & Berry.
Butcher & Bird’s New Subscription Box Is Chuck-Full of Meaty Delights
A rotating selection of dry-aged steak, house-made sausages, charcuterie, pickles and more is boxed every month for pickup in Kaka‘ako.
Favorite Dishes at 6 ‘Ono Dive Bars in Honolulu
Whatever you call them—dive bars, local bars, karaoke bars—Martha Cheng says Hawai‘i’s have better food than anywhere else.
Try Weekend Brunch at These 5 Honolulu Breweries
Here’s what The Hall by Beer Lab, Hana Koa Brewing, Lōkahi Brewing, Aloha Beer and Waikīkī Brewing have on tap.
Pizza Dadi Brings Mad Bene’s New York-Style Pies to Ward Village
Mad Garlic, NYC and Hot Honey pizzas headline a modest menu with big sides at the former Goma Tei Ramen.
9 Matcha Treats to Get Excited About Around O‘ahu
The best drinks and snacks featuring Japan’s fluorescent, famously bitter matcha green tea.
My 5 Favorite Tacos on O‘ahu Right Now
Barbacoa, birria, Baja-style fish tacos: Where to find taco excellence right here on island.
Roll With It: Thai Street Food at Kaka‘ako’s Elephant Shack
An unlikely mini-chain from O‘ahu’s North Shore has rolled into the heart of the industrial district.
We Tried Margotto, Kaka‘ako’s New Truffle-Centric Restaurant
Choose your menu, choose your truffle quantity and let the shaving begin.
Istanbul Adds Mediterranean Brunch Fare to Weekends in Kaka‘ako
Find kadayif pancakes with date syrup, cilbir poached eggs, shakshuka and more at this indoor-outdoor eatery.
7 Gradi’s Italian-Style Gelato and Sorbetto Are Churning Up in Kaka‘ako
With flavors like pink grapefruit, rice and mascarpone Oreo, this new addition to Salt is just in time for summer.
Sushi Alert: Atsushi from ‘Ohana Hale Marketplace Is Doing Weekly Omakase Pop-Ups
Find them inside a luxury car showroom on Friday and Saturday nights, by reservation only.
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