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<title>Daily Smile: Friday, March 20, 2026</title>

Daily Smile: Friday, March 20, 2026

 This is Albie. He was so touched by his family singing happy birthday in his native language that he didn&#039;t notice the cupcakes with his face on them..... 

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Business & Tourism

The latest round of storms bringing heavy rain to the Islands has so far had little impact on local airline operations.

"Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines are closely monitoring and assessing weather conditions," a spokesperson for the airlines told Aloha State Daily in an email. "As of 2 p.m., we have canceled six roundtrip Neighbor Island flights and remain focused on supporting our employees who live in the affected areas.

"We are continuing to evaluate our schedule and will notify guests of any changes to their flight," the spokesperson continued. "We encourage guests to regularly check their flight status and to check in online before arriving at the airport to save time. Guests should also monitor app push notifications for real-time updates."

In an announcement Friday, the Hawai`i Visitors & Convention Bureau offered this guidance to travelers currently in the state:

And for those with upcoming trips, HVCB says there's no reason to cancel or postpone travel.

"The state remains safe and welcoming, and conditions are expected to improve early next week," the announcement notes.

Travelers, though, should ensure their airline has a current mobile number on file and enable app and SMS notifications, as well as confirm flight statuses directly with the airline before departing for the airport.

Unrelated to the stormy weather, the state Department of Transportation on Friday confirmed that all airports in Hawai‘i are being staffed and will remain open and operational, despite some national reports that small airports nationwide may close or pause operations due to the partial shutdown of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and funding of the Transportation Security Administration, or TSA.

“All of our airports, including our smaller airports on the Neighbor Islands, are vital transportation links for our residents and visitors and they will remain open to serve the traveling public,” said DOT Director Ed Sniffen in a statement. “HDOT is in close communication with our federal partners impacted by the partial shutdown and we want to thank them for keeping our airports staffed and ensuring they remain operational, while minimizing disruptions to travelers. We appreciate the commitment of our dedicated federal workers and their families, who are again facing uncertainty due to the partial shutdown. We will continue to support these individuals who we work closely with on a daily basis, so they can continue to provide critical service to air travelers.”

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<title>How the storm is affecting airlines and travel</title>

Hawaiian Airlines has canceled just a few flights due to the current storms as of this afternoon, and the Hawai`i Visitors & Convention Bureau has offered guidance to travelers.

How the storm is affecting airlines and travel

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Kady Pascual

Hawaiʻi Scene on Social

 hits the Islands, residents are sharing what's going on in their neighborhoods in real time to help others stay informed. Here's what's going on from the community's point of view.

Some pets have been lost or abandoned in Waialua. Letʻs help find their owners!

I bet you've never seen an upside-down waterfall before.

Jason Momoa teamed up with his favorite restaurant, Zippy's, to help those affected by the storm.

The water on the North Shore has turned color due to heavy runoff.

A bird's-eye view of rain and runoff experienced on the North Shore.

This kind-hearted braddah has been shoveling rocks and moving huge boulders out of the road in Waiʻanae Valley.

Residents of Lā‘ie woke up in the middle of the night to flooded homes and waist high water.

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Residents on Waialua Beach Road woke up to flooded homes and roads. Some sections are sitting under three feet of water.

First responders and community members lent a helping hand to rescue residents.

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Some levels of water is so high, residents are using kayaks for transportation.

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Kona Low pt 2

<title>Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Neighborhood weather updates</title>

The community's point of view of the second Kona Low storm.

Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Neighborhood weather updates

Government & Politics

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 has extended O'ahu's flash flood warning to 8 a.m. Saturday, noting, "emergency management reported closed roads island-wide as a result of  Friday's flooding. While the latest radar depicts light to moderate showers, additional bands of moderate to potentially locally heavy showers may likely in from the south during the early morning hours."

There remains the possibility of "flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads, properties, and other low-lying areas," says the bulletin. "Public road closures possible in some areas. Landslides are  possible in steep terrain. Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even if they are currently dry.  Do not cross fast flowing or rising water in your vehicle, or on foot. Turn around, don't drown."

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Residents of the Waialua area are urged to “leave now,” according to the latest release from officials of the City and Coutny of Honolulu. The remaining access road out of Waialua is at “high risk of failure if rainfall continues.” This impacts all of Waialua west (Kaʻena side) of Kaukonahua Stream. Access INTO Waialua ended at 9:30pm. Vehicles are only allowed to exit.  Here is 

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This weekend’s storm could cause more than $1 billion in damage, said Gov. Josh Green Friday evening.

Green said at a press briefing that the state is going to face “serious consequences” from the storm, which he called “Kona Low 2”. Kula Hospital on Maui was damaged during the storm, forcing the relocation of 99 patients, and several schools will require repairs, Green said, on top of untold damage to private residences. 

“This is the largest flood we’ve had in 20 years,” Green said.

Nonetheless, no fatalities have been reported so far, and there are no unaccounted-for people. Green said 196 people have been rescued from dangerous areas so far, but Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi added that those numbers were outdated: within just one hour, that number increased to 233.

Blangiardi said the storm is “probably only halfway through,” with another 6-8 inches of rain projected over the next few days. Because the ground is thoroughly saturated, he said this additional rainfall has a compounding effect and can cause floodwaters to rise extremely quickly. 

Green said that water levels at the Wahiawā Dam appear to be on a downward trajectory, last reported at 82.7 feet around 3:30 p.m. Friday, down from more than 84 feet less than 12 hours prior. But, he said, the additional rain projected to come this weekend could still bring waters over the edge of the dam. 

Consequently, Hale’iwa and Waialua remain under an evacuation order, Green said. Evacuation warnings have also been issued for ‘Īao and Kīhei on Maui.

Green said he has heard no reports of structural damage to the dam. 

Tony Koyamatsu, engineer in the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Dam Safety Division, said dam owners throughout the state were left to their own discretion whether they would preemptively pump water from their dams in advance of the storm; he did not confirm whether Dole Food Company, owner of Wahiawā Dam, did so.

Green said he has assurances from the White House and the Federal Emergency Management Agency that the state will have federal support for disaster recovery efforts. He added that the Hawai’i Community Foundation is already raising money for recovery.

In the meantime, several O’ahu hotels are offering deeply discounted kama’aina rates — starting at $191 per night — for evacuees. A list of those hotels, along with an updating list of evacuation shelters, can be found at 

Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan, Adjutant General for the Hawai’i Department of Defense, said the Hawai’i National Guard has been activated throughout the state, and that more than 100 soldiers and airmen have been deployed to search and rescue operations on O’ahu.

Tomorrow, Logan said, teams will go door-to-door through the North Shore for further search and rescue operations.

Meanwhile, residents have been repeatedly urged to not drive through flooded roads. Department of Transportation Director Ed Sniffen said his department cannot pump out floodwaters until after the rain stops; consequently, the only method the department has to mitigate floods is by keeping drains clear.

Landslides have been reported throughout O’ahu, Sniffen said, the biggest of which were in Waimea. Similarly, he said crews have limited ability to respond to landslides while the rain continues and drivers are therefore advised to drive at speeds they can stop quickly.

Sniffen said all airports are currently operating as usual, but travelers are advised to call their airlines ahead of time to learn of possible reroutes or delays, and to arrive at their airport three hours ahead of their departures.

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 has extended O‘ahu's flash flood warning to 8 p.m., while the state as a whole remains under a flash flood watch until Sunday, 6 p.m.

"Significant flooding may occur due to the overflow of  streams and drainages," says the alert. "Roads in several areas may be closed, along with property damage in urban or low lying spots due to runoff. Landslides may also occur in areas with steep terrain.

"A kona low developing west of the islands will draw abundant moisture northward as it strengthens and eventually departs to north early next week. Several rounds of moderate to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are expected. The heaviest rain is expected to last through Saturday, except for the Big Island where the heaviest rain is expected on Sunday."

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An assembly area at Kahuku Elementary has been closed, while an evacuation shelter at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Hawai`i will open for residents in Leeward areas affected by the ongoing storms.

Learn more about different shelter types 

Find a current list of the city's shelters and assembly areas 

If possible, bring a go bag with essential supplies including medications.

Assembly Areas are pet friendly but pets must be in a carrier or leash. Bring pet food and other essential supplies to care for your pet if you can.

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Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi is “feeling good” about the stability of the Wahiawā Dam for the time being, but warned that the future of the storm is unpredictable.

“We don’t feel we’re in immediate danger of water topping the dam,” Blangiardi said during a noon press conference, adding that water at the Wahiawā Reservoir appeared to be receding somewhat earlier today.

However, the mayor added that the amount of rain still to come today and tomorrow is unpredictable. While he said the National Weather Service has indicated that the North Shore is currently between bands of heavy rain — which could mean a respite for some hours, he said — more bands are expected to reach the North Shore before the end of the day.

“The damage so far is catastrophic,” Blangiardi said, but explained that precise estimates of damage cannot be made yet because of flooded roadways. He said there are “dozens, maybe hundreds” of households displaced already.

So far, Honolulu Communications Director Ian Scheuring said there are 54 people at the city’s five evacuation shelters, located at Kahuku Elementary School, Mililani District Park, Nānākuli High and Intermediate School, Leilehua High School and George Fred Wright Wahiawā District Park. The city is prepared to open additional shelters as needed, and will provide additional resources should extended shelters be necessary.

Blangiardi said first responders and Honolulu Ocean Safety are conducting rescue operations to take residents out of the evacuation zone, but couldn’t provide specific details about the number of people rescued this way. But with multiple road closures on Kamehameha Highway, Blangiardi said that anyone who does not need to travel along the North Shore should stay well away.

As of 11 a.m., all non-essential city workers have been ordered to take the rest of the day off.

Residents are encouraged to call the Honolulu Department of Emergency Management for non-life-threatening emergency information at 808-723-8960.

Blangiardi also added that he has cancelled a trip to China he had scheduled for next week. He said that trip would have entailed “a number of business things” and wasn’t “your typical cultural exchange” but didn’t go into further detail.

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Due to severe weather conditions, Gov. Josh Green on Friday, and effective immediately, closed all state departments and released employees who are not considered disaster response and preparedness workers on O`ahu.

“The safety of our residents and families must come first," Green said in a statement. "With catastrophic flash flooding already impacting parts of Oʻahu, including evacuation orders on the North Shore and the potential for dam-related impacts, we are taking this situation extremely seriously. Closing state offices will allow families to focus on getting to safety and will support emergency operations. We urge everyone to heed all warnings, evacuate if directed and stay out of floodwaters as this storm continues through the weekend.”

With the exception of the Wahiawā District Court, which closed earlier today, the Judiciary remains operational and will issue any further guidance for Judicial Branch employees, an 

announcement from the Governor's Office notes.

According to the announcement, forecasts from the National Weather Service "indicate a prolonged period of heavy rain that will continue possibly through Sunday, with flash flooding and severe thunderstorms across the state."

Residents should monitor official updates from the National Weather Service and the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, the Governor's Office You can find preparedness guidance and more information from HIEMA at 

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In addition to flooding and other severe weather impacts on O

`ahu, the current storms have also affected some operations and services across the City and County of Honolulu.

In an announcement issued just before 9 a.m. the city notes that:

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For TheBus, Route 521 service remains suspended; Route 52 service is suspended north of Wahiawā; Route 60 service is suspended between Haleʻiwa and Kahaluʻu (Kamehameha/Kahekili at Hygienic Store), and Route 403 service is suspended on Paʻakea Road.

TheHandi-Van is operating normally, but users leaving or bound for North Shore and East Oʻahu (between Waialua and Kahaluʻu) may not be able to start or complete their trip.

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The Honolulu Department of Emergency Management says in an alert issued just after 9 a.m. that the Wahiawā Dam has not failed but is at "imminent risk of failure." Evacuation orders are still in effect.

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The Honolulu Department of Emergency Management says in an alert issued just after 8:30 a.m. that failure of the 

Wahiawā Dam is in progress or expected, which has the potential for "life-threatening flooding and catastrophic amounts of fast-moving water in downstream areas."

An evacuation order has been issued for all of Haleʻiwa between Puuiki Street and Kamehameha Highway and areas of Waialua between Kukea Circle to Otake Camp.

The alert says to use Kamehameha Highway Wahiawā-bound onto 

Kamananui Road and left to Wilikina Drive to evacuate. Do not use Kaukonahua Roard to access 

. The Karsten Thot Bridge on Kamehameha Highway also is closed. All traffic is routed to Kamananui Road.

 District Park, Leilehua High School, and Kahuku Elementary School. Waialua High and Intermediate School assembly area is closed due to flood conditions in the area.

Those in the evacuation area should take the following actions and leave now:

Do not walk or drive through moving water or on flooded roadways, the alert says, and stay out of the area until emergency officials advise it is safe to return.

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 for a map of assembly locations for evacuations being urged by the National Weather Service.

"An assembly area is a parking lot or outdoor waiting area for people required to temporarily evacuate or unable to get home," said the O‘ahu Department of Emergency Management in a statement Friday morning. "Sites are NOT staffed and primary access is to outdoor areas. If possible, bathrooms will be opened. 

"Assembly Areas(s) are available to all impacted residents and visitors. Pets welcome but must be in a carrier or on a leash.

: TheBus is mobilizing evacuation bus resources to Waialua/HaleCiwa as of 6:00am and can direct them to any safe staging point in Haleʻiwa.  Deployed buses will be marked with "EVACUATION" on signage and may be flagged down at any safe location (not necessarily at bus stops) to board and evacuate.  No fares required.

"However, major service disruption in Waialua and Haleʻiwa. No service on Route 521. Routes 52 and 60 operating only to Weed Circle in Haleʻiwa. Routes 60 and 88A service impacted: No service between Waimea Valley and Kahaluʻu (Kamehameha/Kahekili at Hygienic Store)."

Officials urge evacuees to, if possible, bring a Go Bag with essential supplies including medications. 

"Assembly Areas are pet friendly but pets must be in a carrier or leash. Bring pet food and other essential supplies to care for your pet if you can."

 for all islands through Sunday afternoon.

More urgently, it issued, at 7:43 a.m., a flash floor emergency for Northern O‘ahu:

Emergency management reported widespread life-threatening flash flooding effects continuing across northern  O‘ahu, particularly in the Hale‘iwa and Waialua areas. 

"Although  rainfall rates have temporarily decreased, significant runoff  continues to produce high water levels, including the Wahiawa  Reservoir which continues to rise.  

"Additional bands of heavy rainfall moving in from the southwest will continue over the area throughout the day, which could lead to renewed rises in water levels and worsening flooding conditions. 

"The Wahiawa Reservoir (Lake Wilson) remains elevated, with water levels continuing to rise from runoff, despite a break in the heavy rainfall. Additional rises in this reservoir could further exacerbate downstream flooding along the streams, particularly near Otake Camp in Waialua.  For the windward side of Oahu, periods of heavy showers will continue to develop and move through, with rainfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Water levels in the streams remain high, especially in the Waiahole, Waikane, and Kahana streams. Runoff impacting vulnerable low lying areas and roads will continue through the morning hours.    

"This is a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Northern Oahu. This is a   PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS SITUATION. SEEK HIGHER GROUND NOW!"

Evac route

<title>Storm updates:  Waialua roads at risk of failing. Gov. Josh Green says storm damages…</title>

Waialua roads at risk for failure, residents urged to "leave now." Also, at a press conference Friday evening, Green and other officials said an evacuation order remains in effect for Hale’iwa and Waialua on O‘ahu, while an evacuation warning has been issued for ‘Īao and Kīhei on Maui.

Storm updates:  Waialua roads at risk of failing. Gov. Josh Green says storm damages could top $1 billion

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<title>Daily Smile: Wednesday, March 4, 2026</title>

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Food & Dining

 officially opened on Oct. 8. The Kalākaua Avenue eatery is the brand’s first Hawaiʻi location. The restaurant spans almost 13,000 square feet — it’s the former space of Atlantis Seafood & Steak and California Pizza Kitchen, combined — and offers seating for more than 300 customers.

The brand is a Canadian restaurant chain, which now has more than 70 locations across North America. Each of the Earls restaurants are designed with their local communities in mind, and the Waikīkī location is no exception. Its interior design is inspired by Hawaiʻi’s tropical beauty, and features open-air skylights, lush tropical greenery and artwork from local Hawaiian artists.

The open-air restaurant also includes a bar and patio space that overlooks Kalākaua Avenue.

After attending the grand opening party, we re-visited the restaurant on three different occasions to get a comprehensive taste of its menu — it’s extensive, with plenty of options for brunch, dinner and happy hour.

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“We pride ourselves on a culinary philosophy that delivers big flavor with every dish,” states Randy Pena, regional chef for Earls Kitchen + Bar. “Diners can expect truly addictive dishes like the sticky Korean ribs, spicy Calabrian pasta, tomahawk maple-glazed pork chop and our must-try wagyu beef oshi press.”

The dinner menu consists of appetizers, sushi, salads, sandwiches, pastas, seafood and steaks. Plant-based options are also available.

The meaty Korean ribs are a nice balance of sweet and spicy, with a slight kick from the Gochujang sauce. The ribs’ sticky texture contrasts nicely with the crunch from the crispy onions. 

Of the appetizers we order, the jumbo lump crab cake ($26.75) was my favorite. It features jumbo lump crab topped with pickled red onions, avocado, arugula and a lemon vinaigrette, and is served with a caper remoulade.

There’s a generous portion of lump crab with minimal filler, which is always a win.

The aburi salmon sushi press ($21.75) and wagyu beef oshi press ($23.75) come highly recommended, since both feature the eatery’s pressed sushi, which is especially popular in Canada. The pressed sushi features more compact, rectangular-shaped pieces that are often flame-seared.

Both the torched dashi salmon and flame-torched beef were savory choices and boasted a nice, smoky flavor.

Choose from salads like little gem Caesar ($16.75), southwest chicken avocado salad ($26.75) and Cobb salad ($19.50). The latter is a colorful concoction comprising smoked bacon, crumbled blue cheese, Oʻahu oven-roasted tomatoes, avocado, a soft boiled egg and creamy ranch dressing.

Entrees include a variety of pastas, seafood and steaks. Customers can also choose from sandwiches, burgers and tacos.

The Chilean sea bass is coated in a Shiro miso marinade and mushroom dashi broth, and is served with quinoa and bok choy. The flaky fish is moist and tender, boasting a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The marinade has a slight miso flavor — it’s not overwhelming, and complements the fish nicely — and the savory, light mushroom dashi broth took this dish to the next level.

The Tomahawk maple-glazed pork chop ($45.75) is one of the eatery’s signature dishes. The Kurobuta bone-in 14-ounce chop is massive and boasts an impressive presentation. It’s served with dry-cured bacon jam, garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables and peppercorn jus.

If you’re craving steak, the eatery offers a bountiful selection. Its steaks are aged for a minimum of 45 days to achieve superior flavor.

Classic options like filet tenderloin ($56.75) and USDA prime rib-eye ($69.75) are served with garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.

Luxe options and combos range from steak and truffle tortellini ($41.50) and Cajun blackened steak ($59.75 for 7 ounces, $72.75 for 14-ounce rib-eye) to surf and turf ($70.75 for 7 ounces, $83.75 for a 14-ounce rib-eye) and black truffle butter steak ($61.75 for 7 ounces, $74.75 for a 14-ounce rib-eye). While the rib-eye was tender, flavorful and cooked perfectly to our liking, we preferred the black truffle butter steak, thanks to its rich, umami flavor.

While only four desserts are currently available, it’ll be difficult choosing just one.

If you prefer chocolate treats, opt for the sticky toffee chocolate pudding ($14). The indulgent dessert is like a dense molten lava cake, and comes with almond Florentine, fresh berries and vanilla ice cream.

The creme brûlée cheesecake is also a winner, and is ideal if you want something a little less heavy but still sweet. We enjoyed the New York-style dessert’s fluffy interior and caramelized topping.

The eatery also offers a bi-daily happy hour in its bar and lounge — once from 2 to 5 p.m., and a late-night option from 10 p.m. to close. The same menu is featured during both happy hour times.

We’re told the restaurant closes at midnight during weekdays and at 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. If you’re concerned about happy hour seating, rest assured that the “lounge” area is pretty spacious, if you can't get a space at the bar.

Happy hour dishes feature discounts on some of the eatery’s most popular appetizers, along with some exclusive features.

The charred corn and avocado dip ($10 happy hour) is a creamy concoction with a slight spice, thanks to the Chipotle aioli and Tajin. It’s topped with feta and served with crispy corn tortillas.

The Szechuan shrimp and pork dumplings ($16 happy hour) are a bestseller. The dumplings are coated with black vinegar and garnished with chili crunch, roasted peanuts and green onions. The heat builds as you eat more of these, but the dumplings are succulent and flavorful. 

The Nashville crispy chicken and pickled skewers ($14) are a happy hour exclusive; however, the chicken is featured in the dinner menu’s Nashville crispy chicken sandwich. The hot, fried chicken thighs are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

The spicy ‘ahi tuna or spicy salmon crispy rice sushi ($16 happy hour) is ideal for sharing; we loved the contrast between the creamy spicy ‘ahi and crunchy sushi rice base.

The petite steak frites ($16) are another happy hour-exclusive dish; it’s basically the mini version of the steak frites entrée featured on the dinner menu. For this dish, the steak is sliced pūpū-style, making it easier to share — which is nice if you want to try several other dishes.

During happy hour, customers can enjoy select cocktails at half price. Choices include Earls lime margarita, nitro espresso martini, white sangria and Earls Old Fashioned. Since cocktails normally cost $16.75 to $24, this is one of the best deals during happy hour.

Other drink discounts include $3 off select beers, wines by the glass and Earls Mai Tai; and $7 cheekies (or mini cocktail shots and tiny tinis).

Earls Kitchen + Bar’s weekend brunch menu is served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on weekends, and features dishes like guava pineapple pancakes ($21.75), chilaquiles brunch bowls ($22.75), Nashville crispy chicken and waffles ($25.75) and a hearty breakfast burger ($23.75).

The restaurant currently doesn’t validate parking, but there are multiple parking garages nearby (check the individual parking lots for validation requirements).

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Open 11 a.m. to midnight Mondays-Thursdays, and Sundays; 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Fridays-Saturdays; weekend brunch served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays

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While the eatery officially opened in early October, its menu is so expansive that it took us several visits to work our way through it. The Waikīkī location offers a weekend brunch, bi-daily happy hour, and dinner.

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