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Melissa & Mari — our new food critiquing duo
This past Tuesday, Mari Taketa and Melissa Chang did what they typically do together — eat. This time, the occasion was opening night at Morimoto Waikiki, the new restaurant by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto.Their assignment was to review the restaurant…
Best Restaurants in Honolulu
HONOLULU Magazine’s picks for the top eateries on O‘ahu by Mari Taketa, Thomas Obungen and Melissa Chang.
Breakfast Scenes Around O‘ahu
From old-school comforts in ‘Āina Haina to bulletproof coffee in Pūpūkea, our writers fanned out to different neighborhoods for this snapshot of five eclectic breakfast scenes.
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.
Not Just for Popo Anymore—Mahjong Is a Pastime for All Ages
Sign-ups for the Bad Luck Club’s mahjong get-togethers in Chinatown always fill up.
ReBran Uses a Locally Discarded Superfood to Make Granola Bran New
Nutrient-dense bran from rice polished in Kalihi stars in a new local granola.
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.
Rice Dishes Steal the Show at New Biryani King
Find homestyle Punjabi cooking behind Walmart on Sheridan Street.
Kilohana Square Is Closing. What’s Next for Threadfin Bistro and Slice by HB Baking?
The short answer: One’s moving, the other is taking a break.
A Proliferation of New Poke Shops on O‘ahu
Seriously, how much ‘ahi can we eat?
Eating Well in a Healthy Game Plan
It’s not about salads and veganism: Four wellness gurus tell us their best tips and personal approaches.
Where to Find Local Pet Treats in Hawai‘i
Pet owners are snapping up locally sourced venison sticks, fish candy and Furry Kake treats.
The Value of Good Health
I’m not alone in wanting wellness, and I’ve learned a difficult lesson this year about what happens when you lose it.
Chef Kealoha Domingo to Open a Café at Capitol Modern Downtown
Kealoha Domingo is blending traditional and healthier Hawaiian dishes at his coming café.
In Chinatown, a Sushi Omakase With a Rock Star Vibe
Hiro no Uchi’s unconventional omakase offers bold, layered flavors and showmanship. Does it work?
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.
All Our Favorite Curries in Honolulu
Japanese, Indian, Thai, Malaysian—curries from around the world converge on O‘ahu and enrich our palates. Here are our go-tos.
Olohana Brewpub’s Closing Announcement Is a Love Letter and Plea for Chinatown
The pub closes out less than a year on King Street this Saturday with a shoutout for its neighbors.
We Tried It and You Can Too
22 fun and exciting things to do that we personally recommend.
Korean Dishes You Probably Don’t Know (But Should)
How well do you know Korean food? These traditional dishes go well beyond the familiarity of mandoo and kim chee.
In Their Words: Cyrus and Guy Tamashiro on the End of Tamashiro Market
The view from the other side of the poke counter as the April 30 closing nears.
All Our Favorite Tonkatsu in Honolulu
Crunchy breaded crusts that give way to tender, juicy pork? Yes, please!
A New Coffee Culture
As coffee trends more scientific and sustainable worldwide, new cafés and carts in Honolulu are turning the drink fun and personal. Here’s a taste of our coffee world today.
