The Historic Wai‘oli Tea Room Reopens as the Wai‘oli Kitchen and Bake Shop
The new Wai‘oli restores its original mission by employing people from Salvation Army’s drug and treatment center and those transitioning out of prison.
Restaurants
3 Dishes You Must Order at the Grand Lānai Restaurant Week Menu in Waikīkī
In celebration of the weeklong dining event, the eateries and restaurants at International Market Place will serve prix fixe menus and specialty dishes from April 8–14.
Zigu: A Hidden Japanese Izakaya Emphasizes Local Ingredients
Celebrating its one-year anniversary in May, this Waikīkī treasure is just getting warmed up.
What’s New with Hawai‘i Restaurants in March 2019
Back at Town; whiskey, wine and charcuterie, oh my!; and a new monthly cooking class.
First Look: Seoul Tofu House
Warm up to roiling hot and spicy soondubu at this new Waikīkī spot.
Get Your Spicy Chinese Food Fix at Chengdu Taste
The popular Sichuan eatery reopens with more room to serve its fiery flavors.
Farm to Fork Mānoa Serves Hawaiian Plates With a French Accent
Where can you get a local pork lau lau and pumpkin bisque? In Puck’s Alley.
35th Hale ‘Aina Awards: These 3 Original Winners Are Still Winning Decades Later
Each of these three restaurants won on the first Hale ‘Aina ballot. And each is here today, still racking up honors. How do they do it?
Off the Hook Poke Market Brings Fresh Flavors to Mānoa
This tiny shop serves up generous chunks of fish, colorful toppings and its own (top secret) house-made shoyu.
Makana Ranch House in Kaimukī to Launch Dinner and Brunch
Before March, stop by for a hearty Apache Stew, juicy local-venison burger and classic pasta Bolognese.
Santacruz Taco Co. Launches New Dishes This Week
Go for tasty tacos, the pokeviche, three new dishes and an absorbing map of Mexican regional cuisine at this Downtown restaurant.
O’Kims Korean Kitchen Moves to Nu‘uanu Avenue
Gnocchi and Korean fried chicken is just one of the innovative pairings at the newly reopened eatery in Chinatown.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings: Here’s What’s New With Hawai‘i Restaurants in January 2019
Throwback cocktails with a view, craft beer in Kailua, local chickpeas and a $5 burger.
Tiny Pyramid has JJ Bistro and French Pastry Fans Cheering
Yes, the chocolate pyramid is still there. But there are a few changes in the move from Kaimukī to Iwilei.
19 New Restaurants That Opened on O‘ahu in 2018
Peruvian chicken, Michelin-starred dim sum, Burmese salads to stop for and an adobo fried chicken we're still talking about all arrived in 2018.
The Top 18 Biting Commentary Dining Articles of 2018: Readers’ Choice
Openings, closings, mini bakers, a North Shore shrimp truck showdown and quite a few dim sum spots: Here are your most-read Biting Commentary blogs of 2018.
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.
First Look: New Vietnamese Restaurant, Ripple of Smiles, Opens on Wai‘alae Avenue
Up for a challenge? Walk out of this sweet southern Vietnamese restaurant without a massive smile on your face.
After Six Months, XO Restaurant Keeps It Interesting
Don’t worry, the adobo fried chicken is still on the menu.
What You’ll Find in the All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at Pier Nine by Sam Choy
Can a college cafeteria get an upgrade from a local chef? We tried it out.
Hale ‘Aina Happenings: What’s New With Hawai‘i Restaurants in December 2018
MW team opens new Hawai‘i concept in San Francisco, Mud Hen Water named one of Eater’s essential restaurants and Christmas stollen soon available at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort.
First Look: Goen Dining + Bar in Kailua
Chef Roy Yamaguchi launches new concept restaurant with casual, stylish Pan-Asian food, comforting noodle dishes and creative cocktails.
Liliha Bakery Opens in Macy’s at Ala Moana Center in Early 2019
The iconic bakery’s third location will be in the space vacated by The Pineapple Room.
First Look: Taco‘ako in Kaka‘ako
This new taco shop delivers bold flavors and twists on classic Mexican street fare.
