Vote for Your Favorite Restaurant in the 2026 Hale ‘Aina Awards
Now through March 31, support your favorite restaurants by nominating them for Hawai‘i’s most prestigious dining awards.
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Meet the Willy Wonka of Chill, Neale Asato
Neale Asato made his name on humble, nostalgic sherbet. Now, he’s a James Beard Award semifinalist.
What Bakers Crave
Eight of the city’s top bakers tell us which other bakers’ flaky, buttery, creamy treats they seek out.
Pohole, Hō‘io, Warabi: A Local Favorite Appears in Waikīkī
Fiddlehead ferns, aka pohole, hō‘i‘o, warabi and pako, are hard to find; now, visitors can get a taste of the locally loved delicacy at Basalt Waikīkī.
Two Must-Try Matcha Newcomers in Waikīkī
Maruwu Seicha and As You Like arrived last fall, pairing matcha lattes with soft serve and craft musubi.
Waikīkī’s New Rum-and-Chocolate Tasting Pairs Two ‘Ono Local Brands
At Royal Hawaiian Center’s House of Mana Up, Mānoa Chocolate and Kō Hana Hawaiian Agricole Rum combine forces for a worthy night out.
Konnichiwa, Here’s Your Girls’ Day Heads Up and Menu Roundup
Yes, another food holiday! Here’s where to pick up mochi, cupcakes and all things kawaii for Tuesday, March 3.
On Tuesday and Wednesday Nights, Find Just Desserts at Victor’s Dessert Lounge
This quirky spot near Ala Moana Center brings Little Oven vibes to a big space.
All Our Favorite Pancakes in Honolulu
They’re so fluffyyyyy! We flippin‘ love these flapjacks.
Making Gau That’s Pretty Darn Close to My Popo’s
Melissa Chang says her popo’s old-fashioned gau was the best, but this recipe comes close.
Where to Find Snacks, Gifts & Special Menus for Lunar New Year
The Year of the Fire Horse is going to be intense: These eateries around O‘ahu have everything you’ll need to celebrate.
Daji Spicy Pavilion 黔香阁 Brings Guizhou-Style Spice to Honolulu
A beef brisket noodle unlike what you’ve had before, spicy dry mix noodles and juicy potstickers at O‘ahu’s only Guizhou food specialist.
Your Insider Guide to the Chinatown Festival & Parade
Celebrate Lunar New Year with a 150-foot dragon, lion dances, a mini-horse petting zoo, traditional Chinese eats and more at this all-day block party on Feb. 14.
Modern Filipino American Mama Guava Is One of the City’s Most Exciting Restaurants
There’s a catch: The popular lunchtime pop-up in Chinatown is slated to close after February.
Where to Score Super Bowl Special Menus for Sunday’s Big Game
Seahawks, Patriots or just the halftime show? Whatever the reason you watch Super Bowl LX, you’re going to need pro-level grinds.
Will Restaurants Ever Be the Same?
Reduced hours, higher prices, QR codes and a shift toward small, casual concepts: Our dining scene is in flux. Ten longtime restaurateurs tell us what’s happening.
The Local Queen that Dethroned a Kouign Amann from France
I only indulged in the kouign amann while in Brittany, France, where it originated—until I tasted a local version that kicked it to the curb.
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