Pancit, Halo Halo, Malunggay Flan: All the Food Coming to Saturday’s Filipino Fiesta
With a message of solidarity after last weekend’s tragedy in Vancouver, the Fiesta will be a show of cultural pride.
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Dine-In and Takeout Menus for Mother’s Day on O‘ahu
100 ways to pamper Mom’s taste buds on Sunday, May 11.
Where Time Stands Still: Yagura Restaurant
It’s more to me than just a place to get a good Japanese meal in the neighborhood.
Slurp, Snap and Vote: Your Guide to Frolic’s First-Ever Ramen Bowl 2025
From April 23 through 30, try ramen creations from 10 restaurants across the island, and you could win a trip to Japan.
My 6 Favorite Bakeries on O‘ahu
In the island’s expanding bakery scene, a former dining editor updates her hit list for bagels, croissants, pastries and more.
Your Insider Guide to the 2025 ‘Iolani Fair
Mark your calendar for out-of-this-world eats, thrill rides, carnival games and more on April 25–26.
Your Insider Guide to Waikīkī Spam Jam
Satisfy your Spam cravings, shop for collectible merchandise, see a drone show and more at this annual block party on Saturday, April 26.
4 New Korean Restaurants Opened in Honolulu in 12 Days
Lani Sot, MooBongRi, Hangang Hawai‘i Kai and Yakiniku Like, a Japanese take on KBBQ, opened between March 20 and April 1.
What to Know About Night Markets Across O‘ahu
What better way to shop small than by visiting some of the best night markets O‘ahu has to offer? Explore weekly, monthly and annual events.
Sapporo Ichiban, Sun Noodle, Ichiran: My Life in 3 Packaged Ramens
What’s in a bowl of noodles? More than meets the eye, according to this classic by HONOLULU Magazine’s creative director.
An Oishii New Bento Shop Just Opened Downtown
Waikīkī’s former Okonomiyaki Chibo reincarnates as Oide Kitchen in the Arcade Building on Merchant Street.
I Got Into Tonkatsu Kuro at 8:15 on a Wednesday Night and It Was So Worth It
The new tonkatsu restaurant at Ward is one of the city’s hottest bookings. And don’t pass up the soba.
Bar Leather Apron’s Waikīkī Pop-Up Sold Out in a Day—So Kaimana Beach Hotel Is Planning More
The hotel says future pop-ups will feature other noted local mixologists, each serving up signature and exclusive new cocktails.
When Rice = Comfort Food: 6 Steaming Bowls from Around the World
Reprising a classic for this cloudy, breezy cool spell: Where to find comforting rice porridge from China, Japan, the Philippines, Spain and more.
Where Time Stands Still: Nanding’s Bakery
A beloved Kalihi bake shop keeps Filipino traditions alive with its signature Spanish rolls and other treats.
Foodflash: Pint + Jigger’s Dave Newman Moves on to Finals of 2025 James Beard Awards
Newman is up for a new national James Beard award for outstanding cocktail professional.
70 Easter Menus From All Over O‘ahu
70 options for brunch, dinner and pretty pastel treats from restaurants and eateries this Easter weekend.
August’s specials include a cold chicken noodle soup, corn ribs and a luxe crab donburi.