Where to Get Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Deals on O‘ahu
Here are details on deals, extended shopping hours and special perks at malls and local boutiques on Friday, Nov. 28, and Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025.
Locally Owned
Asatos Waikīkī Scoop Shop to Open at Hyatt Waikīkī
The local sherbet brand makes nostalgic flavors a daily treat with fancy desserts and shave ice to come.
14 Cool Things You’ll Find IRL at the New Hō‘ili‘ili by Farm Link
The locally sourced website has come to life: From everyday items to Maui persimmons and charcuterie, it’s all here.
Our Favorite Local LGBTQIA+-Owned Stores and Eateries
Where to shop and dine local during Hawai‘i’s Pride Month.
With New Hawaiian Style Seafood Co., Waikīkī Becomes a Lobster Roll Destination
Feast Mānoa’s Jon Matsubara opens a new lobster roll and seafood spot—a block from Waikīkī’s two lobster roll specialists.
All Our Favorite Ice Cream, Gelato, Soft Serve and Sherbet in Honolulu
Get the scoop on our favorite scoops of chilly goodness.
After 11 Years as a Brunch Spot, Koko Head Café Debuts Scrumptious New Dinner
Dinner at Lee Anne Wong’s Kaimukī restaurant brings standout dishes like ‘ulu fried feta and lamb adobo.
2025 Hale ‘Aina Awards: Restaurateur of the Year Peter Kim Built a Local Empire of Fast Food, Fine Dining and Coco Puffs
Kim’s motto: Expect the unexpected.
It’s All in the Family at Kim Chee II, Our 2025 Hale ‘Aina Awards’ Old-School Restaurant We Love
That’s how members of the Chun family’s third generation feel about customers at their Kaimukī eatery.
Beer in Hawai‘i: Who’s Opening, Who Closed and What’s Coming Up
Plus moves, expansions and $5 beers all day at a familiar brewery in town.
29 Food Vendors Debuting at This Weekend’s Made in Hawai‘i Festival
Smoked shoyu, Filipino American-inspired chocolates and old-school local chips are just a few of the products whetting our appetites.
Why Your Plate Lunch Is Becoming a Luxury
Restaurateurs break down the rising cost of dining out.
New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Notable openings around the island plus upcoming Michelin-grade yakitori, a Korean convenience store and lobster rolls.
Finally, a Portuguese Restaurant: Faria Brings Hawai‘i-Style Portuguese Food to O‘ahu
For 40 years, there were none on O‘ahu. Now, there’s Faria, helmed by Hawaiian Portuguese chef Kawehi Haug.
$10 Eats: A Burger, a Curry Plate and a Poke Bowl
Our latest finds tick all the boxes for delicious, filling and wallet-friendly.
Where Time Stands Still: Gina’s Bar-B-Q
The Market City eatery is part of my core UH memories, a destination for lively service and heaping, homey Korean food.
Where Time Stands Still: Yanagi Sushi
It’s served my family sushi, combination meals and the perfect talk-story setting since I was just old enough to hold chopsticks.
Chillest Shave Ice Opens in a Permanent New Home in Kaimukī
The roaming pop-up once known as Ailana Shave Ice has set up a cool oasis on Wai‘alae Avenue.
O‘ahu Adventure Day: 7 Hours in ‘Ewa Beach
Lunch with a view, cuddling cats and dogs, matcha lattes, flowers and a farmers market make for a fulfilling day on the leeward side.
Where Time Stands Still: Andy’s Sandwiches & Smoothies
Opened 48 years ago, the Mānoa icon is beloved for its made-to-order sandwiches with tons of fresh veggies.
Where Time Stands Still: Buzz’s Original Steak House
Cocktails and calamari still reign at this beachy Kailua classic.
Where Time Stands Still: Yagura Restaurant
It’s more to me than just a place to get a good Japanese meal in the neighborhood.
When Rice = Comfort Food: 6 Steaming Bowls from Around the World
Reprising a classic for this cloudy, breezy cool spell: Where to find comforting rice porridge from China, Japan, the Philippines, Spain and more.
Join Us for Awesome Eats: National Ramen Day!
On April 4, stop by Bishop Street to try Kapa Hale’s take on Sun Noodle’s new ramen kit.
