My 9 Favorite Bakeries in Honolulu
Reprising a classic from 2022, when a rising bakery scene inspired this compilation of favorites by HONOLULU’s then-dining editor.
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Where Time Stands Still: Bravo Italian Restaurant
Iconic for garlic knots since the ’80s, Bravo’s red sauce aesthetic remains unchanged.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Feb. 20–26, 2025
Sip cocktails at a shopping pop-up, visit a written word art exhibition, search for secondhand finds and more.
$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.
Valentine’s Day Menus at O‘ahu Restaurants and Bakeries
Newly updated with 100 special Valentine’s Day menus from eateries around O‘ahu.
Peeling Back the Flavor: Ranking 3 Garlic Shrimp Plates on O‘ahu’s North Shore
After a plate-by-plate comparison of Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck, Tanaka Kahuku Shrimp and Jenny’s Shrimp Truck, who’s our No. 1?
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.
HONOLULU Magazine BrunchFest 2025 Presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard
BrunchFest presented by First Hawaiian Bank and Mastercard returns Sunday, March 23, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ho‘okupu Center.
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.
120,000 Malasadas and Other Fast Facts About Punahou Carnival Food
Heating up this classic behind-the-scenes post because this year’s carnival is today and tomorrow, Feb. 7 and 8.
Where Time Stands Still: Maguro-Ya
After 25 years in Kaimukī, this beloved neighborhood restaurant is still my go-to for delicious Japanese food, served with a side of warm memories.
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.
Restaurants We Love: Resonant Stories From the Best Restaurants in Honolulu
Restaurants with superlative food are one thing. Those with a place in our hearts are another. Our writers explore the restaurants they love.
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Punahou Carnival
Find out what to eat, buy, see and play at this year’s carnival on Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8.
