Luna’s Tequila Bar Opens With Street Tacos at ‘Alohilani Resort in Waikīkī
This hidden bar serves up four types of street tacos and has 47 tequilas and mezcals on the shelf.
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Find Umami-Packed Aguachile and Tostadas at Da Seafood Cartel’s New ‘Aiea Restaurant
The farmers market stall graduates to a bigger menu packed with seafood served Sonora-style.
My 5 Favorite Tacos on O‘ahu Right Now
Barbacoa, birria, Baja-style fish tacos: Where to find taco excellence right here on island.
Tight Tacos Brings Luscious Carnitas and Foodie Cred to the Top of Wai‘alae Avenue
Hand-pressed tortillas, solid proteins and fresh vibes jive with Kaimukī’s evolving food scene.
Pork. Belly. Burritos: 3 reasons you need Senor Pake in your life
Editor's note: Senor Pake is closed at Maunakea Marketplace as of Dec. 31, 2019. Follow @senorpake on Instagram for announcements on their pop-up series. More than a decade has passed since bulgogi tacos and kimchi quesadillas first hit the streets of LA. One…
Something new: Encore Saloon
When you think of Encore Saloon, you imagine a bar full of dusty people on a dusty street in a western boom town. Not so fast, pardner. Turns out Encore was the name of the original establishment in this spot…
Something new: Taco Kabana
If the name Taco Kabana rings a bell, yes this is the same operation as the food trailer that used to park on Kapiolani across 24 Hour Fitness. They’re back! And this time in a more permanent spot. A…
Hidden gem: Surfin’ Salsa
Longtime reader @Russkar shared his secret spot for his favorite enchiladas and chimichangas — all the way on the edge of Mililani. His descriptions convinced me to make the trek from downtown for a Mexican lunch — twice in one…
Something new: Don Goyo’s Mexican Food
By Thomas Obungen A new Mexican spot quietly opened last week in sleepy Kaneohe — and its flavors are nothing to snooze at. Don Goyo’s menu features family recipes and a big variety of proteins. But as Mexican food goes,…
Party pics: Cinco de Buho
Buho Cocina y Cantina held a Mexican street party on its Waikiki rooftop Friday night. Named Cinco de Buho, the party featured live entertainment, salsa dancing and lessons, along with a limbo dance challenge. The party started at 5 p.m.…
Taco Tuesday: Fresh Cafe Downtown
Fresh Cafe of Kakaako fame is starting up a weekly taco Tuesday at its new downtown spot from 4 p.m. until closing. Carne asada and chicken tacos are $1 each, Mexican grilled corn is $3, a basket of chips and…
Chuggy Bear reveals his hidden gems
I’m always on the hunt for the greatest places to eat around the island, and I’ll taste the entire menu to uncover new and delicious dishes, whether it’s at established restaurants, buzzed-about new spots or even hole-in-the-wall joints that are…
Preview: Madre Chocolate in Chinatown
We got to spend some time with the Madre Chocolate team for a special blessing and celebration at their new Chinatown space. Co-owners Dave Elliott and Nat Bletter opened their second location with a retail shop in front and a…
FUUD: Jose’s Mexican Cafe & Cantina
By about the fifth mile, I knew exactly what I wanted. An icy margarita. In a pitcher. So the plan was, after we survived the eight-mile Great Aloha Run on Monday, we were heading to Jose’s Mexican Cafe & Cantina…
FUUD: Pablo’s Cantina in Ward Centre
It’s not every day you come across an Irish-themed pub that serves Mexican food. But that’s exactly what Pablo McGinty’s is, a pub-slash-cantina that’s popular on the Mainland. Too bad that’s not what opened last month in the space vacated…
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The home base for the 2022 Hale ‘Aina Restaurateurs of the Year is a hidden paradise that serves up the best Lao and Thai food in Honolulu.