Bar Leather Apron’s Waikīkī Pop-Up Sold Out in a Day—So Kaimana Beach Hotel Is Planning More
The hotel says future pop-ups will feature other noted local mixologists, each serving up signature and exclusive new cocktails.
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Foodflash: Pint + Jigger’s Dave Newman Moves on to Finals of 2025 James Beard Awards
Newman is up for a new national James Beard award for outstanding cocktail professional.
Sweet Treats: Cookies Infused with Love, Joy and Asian Flavors
Baker Jonny Kimbro is back with Lovejoy Confections, a weekly pop-up with miso soba cookies, chai sugar cookie sandwiches and Stroopwafels with shoyu caramel.
A New Conveyor Belt Sushi Spot Just Opened in Kapolei
Waka Sakura opened inside Don Don Donki’s food court, and we made the drive to see how it compares to Genki.
Baton a Manger Brings Chic Parisian Sandwiches to Kaka‘ako
Don’t be fooled by these petite-but-rich stick-shaped sandwiches made with buttery choux pastry and French-inspired toppings.
Wait, There’s Legit Neapolitan Pizza and Other Food Trucks at a YMCA?
Zucchi Pizza is one of a handful of food trucks that’s set up at Central YMCA across from Ala Moana Center.
Waterfront Plaza’s Open-Air Bar Reopens Today as The Row Kaka‘ako
New owners have brought live entertainment and a menu of local beers to a new draft system with 14 taps.
A Taste of Mille Fête: What We Tried at the City’s Hottest New Bakery
A modern American bakery with local roots and New York flair: Here’s our take on hits and misses.
Say It Ain’t So-rabol: Mahalo to a Longtime Eatery That’s Closing After March 7
A longtime customer pays tribute to an icon among Honolulu restaurants.
$45 Pau Hana for 2: Beef 3 Ways at Han no Daidokoro
Two sliders, two small rice bowls, a kim chee assortment plus dessert satisfy a mom and daughter at the wagyu restaurant’s new Waikīkī spot.
Lahaina Tacos, Downtown’s New Taqueria, Opens Today in Pioneer Plaza
It’s the longtime dream of a family who lost home and jobs in the Lahaina fires.
Foodflash: Mille Fête Is Finally Opening Next Week in Chinatown
Fête’s long-anticipated sweet and savory bakery-café opens Feb. 20 in the old Little Village spot.
Faria Is O‘ahu’s Soulful, New and Only Portuguese Restaurant
If you live outside Kailua, Faria’s traditional and updated takes on classic comfort food dishes are worth the drive.
Chinatown’s New SingSing Thai Street Food Is a Jangly, Delicious Vibe
Leave your expectations of pad thai and evil jungle prince at the door and get in line.
Alicia’s Market Reopened Its Original Counter and Is Back to Half Its Pre-Fire Size
More OG comfort foods have returned to the 78-year-old Kalihi store—and there’s a new poke sampler box.
A Top Pastry Chef From Boston Is Making Sweets and Sandwiches for The Curb
Revisiting a story about Hana Quon, a newly named James Beard Award nominee who moved from Boston to bake her renowned pastries in Honolulu.
Foodflash: 9 Hawai‘i Chefs and Eateries Are in the Running for 2025 James Beard Awards
An emerging chef and a baker new to Honolulu are semifinalists for the country’s top culinary honors.
‘Ai Love Nalo Is Back With Vegan Hawaiian Plates and Other Meatless Comfort Food
Oh Wow Laulau and the poi-fect parfait are back at the roadside stand in Waimānalo.
Coming in Hot (Pot): Luxe Beef at Onkee and Mikiya
Two places where buttery shabu shabu beef is so good, you can skip the sauces.
Mian & Bao Brings Noodles and Dumplings to Former Piggy Smalls Space
Snacks, noodles and xiao long bao at the new sister eatery to Chengdu Taste and Mian.
Namaste Brings Indian and Nepali Cuisine to Waikīkī’s Doorstep
The old Bombay Palace has new owners and a new menu of curries and momo dumplings.
Not a Bookseller: Vintage Books Is Kaimukī’s New Speakeasy and Restaurant
Find excellent cocktails and a global food menu inside the old 3660 On the Rise spot.
Dusty Grable’s Lady Elaine Just Opened at Mānoa Marketplace. Here’s What That Means
The second Mānoa eatery from Grable’s restaurant group brings lamb, spiced carrots and other Mediterranean-inspired food.
I-naba Brings Back Loaded Japanese Breakfast Sets
Arrays of grilled fish, miso soup, rice, sashimi and sides restore order in a hectic holiday season.
