In the mood for some good sushi, I went online to see what sushi restaurants were open for lunch on a Saturday. To my dismay I found that the establishment I had originally thought of, Sushi Sasabune, was not opened. I reached back into my memory and recalled a sushi restaurant that a friend of mine had recommended months ago. He had mentioned that it was near the airport, in a location where you would not expect to find excellent sushi. This restaurant was Mitch’s Fish Market & Sushi Bar, and after my first experience, I can say with great confidence that I’ll be back! Read the rest of this entry »
A new addition to the Hawaii Thai food scene is Ploi Thai, a restaurant that resides on Keawe Street across from the old CompUSA location in Kaka’ako. The restaurant is located in the building that used to house Bliss and Velvet’s. Unlike the location’s predecessors, Ploi Thai offers a truly promising culinary establishment, exploring traditional and modern Thai cuisine. Read the rest of this entry »
Yama’s Fish Market has been serving local Hawaiian style cuisine since 1980 from it’s long standing Moilili location. One of my favorite places to go for good takeout food, Yama’s offers a variety of local foods from kalua pork to haupia. Read the rest of this entry »
What began as a single location in 1998 has since grown into a five location franchise spanning the island of Oahu. Big City Diner has made quite a reputation for good service and food at reasonable prices. With a very family-friendly atmosphere, Big City Diner has been the recipient of numerous awards and accolades in its relatively short history. Read the rest of this entry »
On the corner of Kapahulu and Kaimuki Avenues is a small yet stylish yakiniku restaurant named Toraji. This location is just one out of more than two dozen, but the rest are located in Japan. Much like Gyu-kaku on Kapiolani Avenue, Toraji is one of a new breed in stylish yakiniku establishments. Read the rest of this entry »
Whenever I go to the Windward side of Oahu, I always make it a point to stop by Boots & Kimo’s Homestyle Kitchen. This Kailua restaurant has been a popular staple for breakfast for both locals and tourists. In 2005-2006, Boots & Kimo’s was featured in Honolulu Advertiser’s ‘Hawaii’s Best Restaurants’ in the Breakfast category. Read the rest of this entry »
Located on Kamehameha Highway in the heart of Wahiawa is a small Italian restaurant named Cafe Olive. From the outside Cafe Olive doesn’t appear to be much, in fact it seems very ordinary. To be honest I probably would not have tried this restaurant, or known about it, if an acquaintance of mine hadn’t suggested I give it a try. What awaited me inside was a pleasant lunch I did not expect! Read the rest of this entry »
Located on Kapiolani Boulevard on the 2nd floor of the Honolulu Design Center is the Amuse Wine Bar. For those not familiar with Amuse, it is a wine bar that features ATM-like self-serve wine stations. The first of its kind on Oahu, it also features a tapas style (small plates) menu and live entertainment on Wednesday and Friday evenings. Parking is free in the Honolulu Design Center lot. Read the rest of this entry »
Winner of the Bronze Hale Aina Award for “Best Business Lunch”, the Pineapple Room is an upscale yet casual establishment located on the third floor of Macy’s in Ala Moana. Inspired by the cooking talents of Alan Wong, this restaurant has been immensely popular since it’s opening, and continues to thrive by serving delicious food with great service and a comfortable atmosphere. Read the rest of this entry »
