Mahalo and Aloha to O‘ahu Restaurants, Bars, Cafés and Eateries That Closed This Year
They closed for different reasons, but the closures are increasing. Here’s our running list.
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In His Words: How Alan Wong Got His Second Chance
Five years after closing Alan Wong’s, the legendary chef reopened at The Kāhala Hotel. Here’s his story.
Your Insider Guide to the 13th Annual Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest
Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest is back on Saturday, July 4. Here’s what you should know about the bon dance, activities, food, shopping and more.
Taste of Honolulu Presented by American Savings Bank Brings Food, Music and Family Fun to Bishop Museum
Join us on Aug. 1 for a memorable evening celebrating the flavors, culture and community of Hawai‘i.
Your 2026 Guide to O‘ahu Bon Dance Food: Part 1
A temple-by-temple guide to who’s cooking up teri beef sticks, fried noodles, cold noodles, chili bowls and of course, shave ice and andagi.
A Proliferation of New Poke Shops on O‘ahu
Seriously, how much ‘ahi can we eat?
Where to Eat If It’s Not Your First Time to O‘ahu
’Tis the season when your mainland friends start texting you for recs. So just ahead of Memorial Day, we're reprising this much-searched post.
The Winner of the Fan Favorite Vote at Frolic’s 2026 Poke Fest Is …
Can you say kaffir? Plus a surprise new runner-up: Check out the results of the fan favorite vote for the King of Frolic’s Poke Fest.
Parade of Poke: All the New Poke Coming to Frolic’s May 16 Poke Fest
Here’s who‘s coming to the 2026 Poke Fest and the exclusive poke creations they’re serving.
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