5 New Eateries to Check Out on O‘ahu in November 2023
Bakeries, restaurants and breweries are sprouting up from Kalihi to Kaka‘ako.
What’s New
Koholā Brewery Burned Down. So Kona Brewing Is Making Beer for Them
The partnership will help the Lahaina brewery survive until it can rebuild.
Aloha Bento Has Us Eating Premium Sushi and Sashimi in a Bank
Find this unexpected gem in Downtown’s Central Pacific Plaza, but don’t go Wednesday through Friday this week—they’ll be closed for Thanksgiving.
Mō‘ili‘ili’s New Ali‘i Fish Market Levels Up the Poke Bowl Game
Robin Abad, a veteran of high-end kitchens, serves up local comfort food with an upscale twist.
Roy Yamaguchi Is Likely the Next Head of KCC’s Culinary Institute of the Pacific
The UH Board of Regents will vote on the culinary legend’s appointment on Thursday.
Miro Kaimukī Just Brought Back a Luxe Sunday Brunch
The $45 prix fixe of three courses is a rare upscale brunch in Honolulu.
At Hawai‘i Banchan Co., It’s All About Premium Side Dishes
The new shop’s hand-picked banchan, kim chee, frozen seafood, pantry staples, snacks and delicacies are flown in twice a week from South Korea.
Taste of Korea Is a Fundraiser for a New Korean Cultural Center
Not to be confused with this weekend’s Kimchi Day Festival, this indoor event features dishes from 10 restaurants, a slew of Korean drinks and a very good cause.
Kiki Is My Favorite Tempura Shop in Hawai‘i
The fryer-to-table model maximizes temperature and crisp.
How Fate Led to Karaage Fried Chicken: Tenkatori in Hilo
A new eatery with a lot of heart and juicy, crunchy chicken karaage.
16 Bars Are Coming Together for Saturday’s Halloween in Chinatown
With Hallowbaloo canceled, Chinatown bar owners plan a night of drink specials, music, dancing and a costume contest.
Waiāhole Poi Factory Just Opened in Windward Mall
(Somewhat) better parking, longer hours and a shorter drive from town are perks of Waiāhole's expansion to Kāne‘ohe.
Slice by HB Baking Moves to Kapahulu With Sundaes, Scoops and Shave Ice
The new shop has easy, free parking at Kilohana Square—and you can still get those ice cream pies and cakes, too.
At JP’s Pizza on Kaua‘i, an 18-Year-Old Pizzaiolo With a Passion for Craft
Kaumakani is a blip on the map—and it’s where Xavier Machado’s Brooklyn-style pies are winning praise from New York City expats and chefs.
Roll With It: Mediterranean Pita Smash Burgers at Kababa Mama
The mashup you didn’t know you needed has two options: falafel or beef and lamb.
Kyochon, One of Korea’s Top Fried Chicken Chains, Is Open on Ke‘eaumoku
Go early or wait a bit—fans have been mobbing the new eatery at Like Like Plaza.
Find Menchanko-Tei Favorites and Goma Ichi’s Ramen at Tonkatsu Sangi
The new eatery in Downtown marks the return of two Japanese icons from Ke‘eaumoku Street.
Drip Studio Is a Coffee Nerd’s Retreat in Downtown Honolulu
Craft-brewed coffee from small, independent roasters pairs with irresistible baked goods on Fort Street Mall.
Nami Kaze Is Pulling Out All the Stops for 10/13 Mrs. Cheng’s Tofu Dinner
SOLD OUT—the Hale ‘Aina Awards’ Best New Restaurant of 2023 is featuring six styles of locally made tofu with ‘ahi, uni, beef cheeks, goat cheese tomme and more.
Amaterasu, the City’s Newest Sushi Omakase, Is in a Car Showroom
Proof that you can find good sushi in the least likely places.
Lechon Fries, Calamansi Steak, Ube Churros: Minasa Is a Worthy Mashup
Worth hunting down at the end of a strip mall in Waipahu.
Debu Brings Giant Kimbap Rolls and Inari Bombs to Ke‘eaumoku
Think poke bombs but topped with unagi, bulgogi, avocado or corn—and don’t miss those giant kimbap rolls.
La Bettola Is the New Italian Hot Spot in Waikīkī
It’s also the home of the OG uni pasta and good family-style portions next to the aquarium at ‘Alohilani Resort.
Waiāhole Poi Factory Is Expanding to Windward Mall
Fresh poi, beef lū‘au and Sweet Lady of Waiāhole are coming to the mall food court in October.
