New Ocean Side Bakery Brings a Taste of France to Chinatown
Fresh breads, pastries and even croissant cubes are a hit.
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What to Know About Honolulu’s New Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurant
Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera can average $100 a person. Here are 18 tips to know before you go.
Thieves Stole Tight Tacos’ Equipment. Then This Happened
This might have been another story about hard luck hitting a small business. Tight Tacos’ owner tells us why it wasn’t.
Village Beer Just Opened a Bigger Bottle Shop and Eatery in Kapolei
Eight years after opening in Kaka‘ako, the state’s best beer shop finally expands to West O‘ahu.
First Look: Hawai‘i’s First Tokyo Central Opens in Kailua
The vibe of a mini Don Quijote, with Marukai moments sprinkled throughout.
Pink Boots Society Benefit Beers Are Pouring Around Hawai‘i
At least five new benefit beers from the state’s biggest Collaboration Brew Day ever are flowing at local breweries now.
Ka‘a‘awa’s Crouching Lion Returns With a Revamped Look and Menu
The landmark restaurant reopens May 1 with a raw bar, outdoor robata grill and family-style dishes.
It’s Par-Tea Time With New Afternoon Teas in Waikīkī
Looking to treat Mom on Mother’s Day? Delight her (and yourself) with these new, unique afternoon tea options.
3 New Food & Drink Spots Coming to Mānoa Marketplace
Industry veteran Dusty Grable’s group is debuting a casual local-Asian spot, a Mediterranean restaurant and a wine and gift store that opened yesterday.
On Kapahulu, the Zen of Tea and Gelato
Next to Aburiya Ibushi, Cha to Gelato Zen makes tea ceremony a casual evening ritual—with a side of dessert.
Affordable Splurge: Korea Garden’s $25 Lunch Specials
Lunch at O‘ahu’s newest Korean restaurant offers a serious deal of stone pot rice, entrée, bubbling soup and banchan.
Fusion Café Is a New Drink, Snack and Lunch Spot in Kaimukī
Find scones, sandwiches and handcrafted chocolates by day and wine and charcuterie at night.
Three Places to Eat and Drink at Downtown’s New AC Hotel
From coffee to late-night, you’ll find thoughtful offerings at Common Ground, The Dotted Line and Yours Truly.
Roll With It: Smash Burgers and Sausage Dogs at Meat and Buns
Find the elusive truck’s wagyu and local beef smash burgers and pork sausages near Mililani Golf Course on Fridays.
Hawai‘i’s Beer Scene: Who’s Opening, Who’s Closing
There’s a lot happening in Hawai‘i beer, and we’re here to pick it apart for you.
10 New & Coming Eateries on O‘ahu: March 2024
Where to find new and coming Italian food, tacos, a luxe sushi omakase and good chicken.
Affordable Splurge: Suntory’s $26 Kama‘āina Lunch Special
We’re saying hai to washugyu tri tip in a sizzling pan with miso soup, salad and sushi.
At Nine99 Seafood House, a New AYCE Cantonese Hot Pot
The new Chinese restaurant on Beretania Street offers uncommon ingredients as well as a rare delicacy—geoduck.
Affordable Splurge: Basalt’s $50 3-Course Prix Fixe
Fullness factor is 10 out of 10 for Basalt’s limited-time dinner with rib-eye steak or butterfish.
Onda Pasta & Provisions Store Opens Saturday in Kaimukī
New owners of the longtime craft pasta maker are opening a one-stop shop for fresh pasta dinners.
Foodflash: Encore Saloon to Close After Almost 8 Years in Chinatown
The Honolulu restaurant and mezcaleria will have its last day March 29.
There’s a New Old-School Okazuya in Kapolei
On weekday mornings, En Fuego Grill turns into a local-style Japanese deli with 20-plus selections.
Pizza Hut in Liliha Just Brought Back Its AYCE Lunch Buffet
From the plates to the soundtrack, the ’90s are alive and well at this blast from the past for $14.99.
Straits Honolulu Delivers a Tasty Southeast Asian Vibe
Good food, good cocktails and a great vibe—just don’t expect authentic Singapore.
