Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
“Where should I go to eat?” Is a question I get a lot — whether it’s in person or via Instagram, from both friends and acquaintances via social media. I’m excited to share my findings and adventures with our community — not necessarily to tell them where to eat, but to give an accurate representation of what’s available out there. I love covering the new restaurants and new, local businesses popping up. Limited-time offerings (holiday cocktail bars, weekend pop-ups, etc.) are also exciting because sometimes they’re the result of fun collabs between local businesses.
I received my bachelor’s degree from Biola University, as well as my master’s degree in journalism at the University of Southern California. I was the associate editor of Frolic Hawaii from 2017 to 2021 under Honolulu Magazine, and then worked most recently as the dining editor of Crave with the Honolulu Star-Advertiser.
My goal is for ASD’s dining section to be the premiere guide for the state. I’m excited to cover the food and dining scene, and to help our readers stay updated with all things food-related. It’ll be a fun, fresh start and I’m excited to be able to cover everything.
Latest from Kelli Shiroma Braiotta
Hanabi Cheesecake is the newest dessert from Uncle’s Ice Cream Sandwiches
These basque cheesecakes can be found in flavors like ube, guava and Cookie Butter. They can be ordered online for pick-up at various retailers across Oʻahu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 09, 2026
Sip Café opens with coffee, matcha lattes and banh mi sandwiches
You can find everything from egg cream lattes and banana cream matcha lattes to pastrami banh mi sandwiches at the new shop in City Square Shopping Center.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 09, 2026
New Honolulu food hall is now open
Midtown Eats, the new food hall at The Park on Keʻeaumoku, is celebrating its grand opening from 10 a.m. to midnight on Jan. 17. The food hall is soft opening during limited hours from Jan. 9 to 16. Aloha State Daily got a tour of the new space.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 09, 2026
Dipped by Dee x La Tour Café’s special macaron set to launch
Customers can get the new Cookie Butter-dipped strawberry macarons at all La Tour Café locations starting this Saturday, Jan. 10.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 08, 2026
Asian snack shop 1-2 Buy Hawaiʻi finds new spot in Honolulu
The business’s Cooke Street store has relocated to Ala Moana Boulevard, in the former space of Valyou Hawaiʻi. It opens to the public on Jan. 8.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 08, 2026
Artizen by MW launches limited-time January prix fixe menu
The special three-course menu costs $48 per person and is available for dine-in or takeout until Jan. 31.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 07, 2026
This iconic soft cream dessert is back
Choco le‘a’s Japan-inspired soft cream treat is available once again in-store. The dessert was on a short hiatus during the holiday season, but customers can now get it on Saturdays in Mānoa.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 07, 2026
Shave ice is coming soon to Asatos Waikīkī
Reservations are now open for a new dessert omakase experience, which is debuting on Jan. 14 at the business’s new Waikīkī shop.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 07, 2026
Jamba Hawaiʻi opens second drive-thru location
Jamba Hawaiʻi’s new store in Waiau Shopping Center is the only location to feature both, a drive-thru and full in-store lobby. The location is celebrating its grand opening from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday, Jan. 10. The first 150 guests who come to the grand opening celebration will receive a limited-edition Hawaiʻi gift.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 07, 2026
The Capital Grille Hawaiʻi has a new happy hour
Feast on exclusive dishes — including Parmesan truffle fries, sliced dry-aged New York strip and filet sandwiches — and enjoy discounted cocktails during the new “Capital Hours.”
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 06, 2026
Rainbow Drive-In has new bentos
Known for its hearty plate lunches, Rainbow Drive-In’s Kapahulu location recently added garlic chicken to its menu. For now, it’s a Kapahulu exclusive, but will soon be available at the Drive-In’s Pearlridge Center and Kalihi locations.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 05, 2026
Popular New York City cocktail bar now open in Honolulu
ROKC — which stands for ramen, oyster, kitchen and cocktail — opened recently in Waikīkī. The eatery is known for its signature cocktails, izakaya-style bites and unique ramen.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 02, 2026
New Japanese curry spot in Honolulu
Kana Curry, which specializes in sweet-and-spicy Osaka-style curry, recently opened in Waikīkī.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJanuary 01, 2026
New Makanai café opens in Makiki
Makanai — which translates to “family meal” in Japanese — recently opened in the former space of Sure Shot Café in Makiki. The café offers everything from earl grey matcha lattes and cold brews topped with honey cream to yuzu egg sandos, cinnamon rolls and smoked ‘ahi bagels.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 31, 2025
Tonkatsu Kuro added new dishes to its menu
The new combo sets — which include perilla soba, spicy tsuyu soba and tenderloin and shrimp katsu — are inspired by Korean flavors. Customers can also now enjoy Suntory premium malts and Kirin Ichiban, which are poured using the eatery’s new Hoshizaki draft beer machine.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 31, 2025
Behind the scenes at Fresh Island Fish and Pier 38 Fish Market
Aloha State Daily was recently invited for a tour at Fresh Island Fish. We learned more about the business’s “boat-to-table” process, watched whole ‘ahis being broken down, and got tips for sashimi-cutting.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 30, 2025
Inside look at Aloha Tofu Factory
Aloha State Daily got a behind-the-scenes tour at Aloha Tofu Factory, which celebrated its 75th anniversary this year.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 30, 2025
New restaurants opening on Oʻahu in 2026
From the return of Alan Wong’s to Liliha Bakery’s sixth location, here’s a look at O‘ahu’s dining scene in 2026.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 30, 2025
New all-you-can-eat sushi spot opens in Honolulu
Sumo AYCE Sushi just opened in Azure Ala Moana. The eatery — originally from Las Vegas — offers an extensive all-you-can-eat menu, along with an a la carte menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 29, 2025
TOUS les JOURS opens first Hawaiʻi location
The bakery soft opened today and is celebrating its grand opening on Dec. 28 to 30 with a variety of giveaways. The business — which has other stores in California, New York and Texas — is popular for its French- and Korean-inspired baked goods.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 27, 2025
BRUG Bakery to open soon in Kapolei
This is sixth location for BRUG Bakery, which is known for its soft breads and pastries made with high-quality flour from Hokkaido, Japan. The Kapolei location features exclusive cakes and an extended drink menu. The bakery’s soft opening will be soon; its grand opening will be in January 2026.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 27, 2025
Where to get mochi for New Year’s
A popular New Year’s food symbolizing prosperity and good fortune, mochi can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Ring in 2026 with the options below.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 27, 2025
KoLab offers Korean fusion brunch in Kakaʻako
KoLab — located within Okome Ten-don & Poke — is offering a brunch menu inspired by Korean flavors and street foods. It’s only available on Sundays for now, but the menu will eventually expand.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 25, 2025
There’s a new dessert lounge at Nanzan Giro Giro
Victor’s Dessert Lounge pops up at Nanzan Giro Giro on Tuesdays and Wednesdays only. The dessert menu changes monthly and is inspired by seasonal ingredients.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 24, 2025
West Oʻahu has a new dim sum spot
West Emperor Dim Sum Restaurant just opened in Embassy Suites Kapolei. It’s a re-branding of former wagyu eatery Gyu-Masu Steak & Seafood. Restaurant owner Victor Jian has teamed up with the former chef from Legend Seafood Restaurant to bring dim sum to the West side.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 23, 2025
New restaurant opens at Pier 38
Thirty Eight Restaurant & Bar — located in the former space of Nami Kaze Hawaiʻi — is now open for lunch during weekdays. The new neighborhood harbor bistro strives to offer seafood — showcasing high-quality options from its sister company, Fresh Island Fish — and local plates at affordable prices.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 23, 2025
Exclusive tour of Diamond Bakery Hawaiʻi
Diamond Bakery Hawaiʻi celebrated its 104th birthday this year. Aloha State Daily got a behind-the-scenes tour of the bakery — complete with cookie samples — and learned more about its cookie- and cracker-making process.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 22, 2025
Sleigh My Name is SKY Waikīkī’s first holiday pop-up lounge
Customers can enjoy seasonal cocktails in a cozy setting until Dec. 25. Plus, when you attend the holiday pop-up, you can still access SKY Waikīkī’s full food menu — and enjoy those scenic views of the Waikīkī skyline.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 19, 2025
Diamond Head Market & Grill now has a new okazuya pop-up and weekend breakfast
Chef Jason Peel — formerly of Nami Kaze Hawaiʻi — has now joined chef Kelvin Ro at Diamond Head Market & Grill. Peel gave us an update on what he’s doing at the iconic market, and we recently stopped by to check out the market's first okazuya pop-up.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 19, 2025
Feast on these exclusive Sheraton Hawaiʻi Bowl specials
Sheraton Waikīkī Beach Resort and Sheraton Princess Ka‘iulani are celebrating the 22nd Sheraton Hawaiʻi Bowl with exclusive specials. The University of Hawaiʻi will play the University of California at the Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex at UH Mānoa on Dec. 24.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 18, 2025
Where to eat on New Year’s Eve – part 1
Ring in 2026 with memorable dine-in or takeout experiences.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 17, 2025
Aloha Island Manapua is offering a limited-time discount on its mini manapua
The biz just opened in the space of Honolulu Kitchen in Waipahu. Its menu is still similar — and customers can take advantage of a plate lunch deal and $1.50 mini manapua until Dec. 20.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 17, 2025
Taco Rice Hawaiʻi opens on Kalākaua Avenue
The takeout spot is open in the former space of Do-ne Japanese Food on Kalākaua Avenue. Taco Rice Hawaiʻi specializes in the Okinawan comfort food, and plans to expand its menu next month.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 17, 2025
A new matcha café is open in Kakaʻako
Recently opened Ohana Hui took over HI Cravings’ Kakaʻako trailer on Queen Street. This will be the new permanent location for the matcha biz, which is guided by the value of family and providing a space centered on connections over matcha.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 16, 2025
Okome Hawaiʻi brings tempura and poke bowls to Kakaʻako
The business’s second location is now at SALT At Our Kakaʻako. The Kakaʻako menu is exclusive to this location, and features crispy tempura and poke bowls. Customers can also look forward to Sundays-only Korean cuisine from KoLab, the team formerly from Morning Feed.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 15, 2025
Where to eat on Christmas 2025 and seasonal holiday treats – part 3
Dec. 25 is right around the corner, and we’ve got your holiday plans covered.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 13, 2025
New Vietnamese eatery opens in Mōʻiliʻili
Ribs & Broth is opening its third store today. To celebrate its soft opening, customers can get 20% off their bill until Dec. 19.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 12, 2025
Honolulu Coffee Co.’s Tokyo Toe Blend launches Dec. 18
Customers who buy the exclusive collaboration blend between 12 and 2 p.m. on Dec. 18 at Honolulu Coffee Co.’s Bakery on King location will have the chance to meet football athlete Kansei “The Tokyo Toe” Matsuzawa in person.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 12, 2025
UMI by Vikram Garg launched a new happy hour menu
The eatery’s elevated “Prelude” happy hour menu is offered from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays. Customers can look forward to globally inspired dishes, ranging from salmon rillettes and beef tartare to duck and foie gras gyoza and Mediterranean bentos.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 11, 2025
Lanikai Brewing Co. offers locally made beers and brick fire pizzas
The biz — which recently received a 2025 Hawaiʻi Green Business Award for its efforts in sustainability — is known for its Island-inspired beers and spirits. At its Kailua taproom, you can find pizzas created from freshly made dough.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 10, 2025
Artizen by MW has a new weekday happy hour
Happy hour is from 3 to 6 p.m. Mondays to Fridays, and the menu features exclusive dishes like inari bombs, tempura arabiki corn dogs and curry fried chicken.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 10, 2025
You can get this specialty peppermint treat for a limited time
Big Island Candies and local ice cream shop Thrills Soft Serve are partnering to create a holiday dessert. On Dec. 13 and 14 only, customers can enjoy a creamy chocolate fudge ice cream dessert topped with bits of Big Island Candies’ dark chocolate covered peppermint brownies.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 09, 2025
Where to get Japanese sandos in Honolulu
Waikīkī-based Coco Sand Café opened a few months ago in Eaton Square. The takeout spot is popular for its hot and cold Japanese-style sandwiches and pastas.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 08, 2025
Sizzling news: Pepper Lunch is opening its first Honolulu location
The fast-casual eatery — known for its teppanyaki dishes — is opening in Moanalua Shopping Center on Dec. 12. On that day only, customers can take advantage of a buy-one-get-one-free entree deal.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 07, 2025
Christmas pop-ups to check out this holiday season
No matter what vibe you’re going for, one of these Christmas bars is sure to satisfy.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 05, 2025
Where to eat on Christmas 2025 and seasonal holiday treats – part 2
Whether you’re looking for dine-in or takeout experiences — or seasonal snacks — we’ve got you covered.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 05, 2025
‘Twas the Light Before Christmas on Ice opens in Honolulu
This immersive winter wonderland runs until Jan. 4 at Hawaiʻi Convention Center. The limited-time exhibit is known for its dazzling lights and festive holiday décor. New this year: an expansive indoor ice-skating rink.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 04, 2025
Kāhala’s Olive Tree Café has a new wine shop
Oliver Wine & Goods — located next door to the café — offers a variety of imported wines, canned and dried goods, and mini charcuterie boxes. Customers can look forward to in-store tastings and — coming soon — desserts from Asato Family Shop.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 04, 2025
Chinatown’s Skull and Crown is more than a tiki-themed bar
You’ll not only find creative cocktails, but also innovative dishes like tocino salmon (inspired by this year’s Filipino Food Week), Palabok ravioli filled with minced shrimp and water chestnuts, and a Japanese curry-style Bolognese.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 03, 2025
A new steakhouse and lounge recently opened in Kapahulu
ADEZ Steakhouse & Lounge just celebrated its grand opening. Pronounced “at ease,” the steakhouse offers a three-course tasting menu for $50.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 03, 2025
Sing Sing Thai Street Food is celebrating its first anniversary with a deal
The Chinatown eatery is offering 50% off on its signature chicken rice dishes during lunch on Dec. 5 only.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 02, 2025
This European steakhouse has a new happy hour
Kakaʻako-based Flair European Steakhouse recently launched a new happy hour menu. Exclusive dishes include truffle fries, steak frites, and a must-have wagyu burger.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaDecember 01, 2025
The Christmas Bar Hawaiʻi is now open
Tucked away within Tiki’s Grill & Bar, The Christmas Bar Hawaiʻi pop-up is open from today until Dec. 30. This year, you can look forward to more decorations, new festive drinks and — of course — lots of holiday cheer.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 29, 2025
This Kaimukī eatery is offering a free entrée deal for a limited time
From now through Dec. 14, when customers buy three entrees at Duk Kee Chinese Restaurant, they can get a fourth entree for free.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 29, 2025
Where to eat on Christmas 2025 and seasonal holiday treats – part 1
Whether you’re looking for dine-in or takeout experiences — or seasonal holiday treats — we’ve got you covered.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 28, 2025
Musubi Café Iyasume has a second location in Ala Moana Center
The business — which is also located in The Lanai — recently opened in Ala Moana Center’s Makai Market Food Court area in the former Curry House space.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 27, 2025
Surfers Coffee opened a second location in Kakaʻako
The Wahiawa-based coffee shop recently opened a second location at Kakaʻako Business Center. While the menu is limited for now, you can expect the business’s food menu and seasonal specials to come soon.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 26, 2025
SERA has a new Mediterranean-inspired happy hour
The eatery, now with Jeremy Shigekane as its executive chef, recently launched a brand-new happy hour menu and made adjustments to its dinner menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 25, 2025
Niu Soft Serve Parlour now has warm cookie sundaes
The dessert shop, known for its dairy-free ice cream, now includes warm cookie sundaes on its permanent menu. Take your dessert to the next level by adding the business’s popular kūlolo.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 25, 2025
Catch Aloha State Daily on “Kitchen Scraps”
“Kitchen Scraps” by Hawaiʻi News Now features a cooking competition between chefs as they “scrap it out” for culinary glory. The next episode airs on Thanksgiving Day, featuring host Kainoa Carlson, chefs from Sumida Farm, and judges chef Ippy Aiona and food and dining reporter Kelli Shiroma Braiotta.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 25, 2025
Budget Bites: Kamitoku Japanese Hot Pot’s $19.99 AYCE lunch deal
This all-you-can-eat lunch special includes a choice of wagyu beef bone broth, a side of veggies, and 90 minutes of unlimited wagyu eye-round and pork belly.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 24, 2025
Japanese-style hamburger steak spot is opening in Kaimukī
Marujuu Hawaiʻi — sister restaurant of Totoya, Tori Ton and Izakaya Tenkichi — is opening on Monday, Nov. 24 in the former Chubbies Hawaiʻi space in Kaimukī. The biz specializes in Japanese-style hamburger steaks that are delivered on sizzling platters to your table.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 23, 2025
Aloha Mamacita’s festive Grinchmas Bar is open to the public
Enjoy seasonal cocktails like Jack Frost, Christmas Punch, gingerbread martinis and more — along with the restaurant’s holiday décor.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 21, 2025
Liliha Bakery recently added new dishes to its menu
New dishes include eggs Benedict, a savory loco moco, and the bakery’s own version of Kouign Amann. The new dishes are available at all Liliha Bakery locations.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 21, 2025
Inside scoop: Asatos Waikīkī shop is opening this Sunday
The popular sherbet shop is located on Kalākaua Avenue, within Kings & Queens in Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort & Spa. You’ll find scoops of Asato Family Shop’s classic flavors, along with seasonal specials and — coming soon — Japanese-style shave ice.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 21, 2025
This Honolulu sushi spot just launched a new happy hour
Kanoya Sushi Grill & Bar’s new happy hour menu is available daily. Score discounts on popular appetizers like sashimi, house gyoza, furikake chicken and more — along with beverage deals like three beers for $9.99.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 20, 2025
DOMODOMO Hawaiʻi is open in ‘Ewa Beach
The contemporary Japanese restaurant from New York — known for its hand roll bar — is open in 360° Ewa Beach Country Club. DOMODOMO New York was featured on the MICHELIN Guide’s Bib Gourmand list from 2017 through 2023. Here’s what you’ll find at its new Hawaiʻi location.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 20, 2025
Ono-Ya Ramen is offering a buy one, get one free ramen deal
The eatery’s South King Street location is celebrating its one-year anniversary with this limited-timed offer. The BOGO ramen deal is only available for dine-in at this location until Nov. 22.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 19, 2025
Where to go for Thanksgiving 2025 – part 3
More dine-in and takeout experiences for a stress-free holiday.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 19, 2025
Here’s what you’ll find at the new CU convenience store
CU, one of Asia’s largest convenience store chains, recently celebrated the grand opening of its downtown Honolulu store. Here’s everything you’ll find, from a ramyun wall and Korean street food to exclusive snacks and Sig Zane x CU Hawaiʻi merchandise.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 18, 2025
You can now find this deep-fried manapua in Honolulu
Honolulu Kitchen Little Corner Cafe opened earlier this year in Mōʻiliʻili. The café offers steamed and deep-fried manapua, along with dim sum and smoothies.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 17, 2025
The third annual Kimchi Day Festival Hawaiʻi is coming Nov. 22
The festival, held at Makiki District Park, will celebrate Korean culture and, of course, kimchi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 14, 2025
This is Jason Momoa’s second food stop on Oʻahu (after Zippy’s)
In a recent interview with Aloha State Daily, the “Chief of War” actor mentioned the Hawaiian plate from Hannara Restaurant. We drove out to Waiʻanae to find it.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 13, 2025
ʻAlohilani’s new breakfast menu is ‘swell’
The Waikīkī resort’s SWELL Restaurant and Pool Bar launched a new breakfast menu in September. It’s available daily from 7 to 10 a.m. and includes options ranging from banana bread French toast and acai bowls to breakfast burritos.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 13, 2025
New izakaya now open in Māpunapuna
Izakaya Mitch’s — located right next door to Mitch’s Fish Market and Sushi Bar — specializes in cooked dishes designed to share. You’ll find everything from Hokkaido crab tempura, dashimaki tamago and assorted sashimi to A5 wagyu steak, menchi katsu and nabe.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 13, 2025
This iconic Maui bakery is opening a second location
Located in Wailuku, Stillwell’s Bakery & Cafe has been serving its freshly baked pastries to the Maui community since 1994. The bakery and cafe recently announced it’s opening a second location in early 2026.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 12, 2025
Aloha Alfajores opened a new kitchen space
The business, which started in 2020, officially has its own commercial kitchen space in Wahiawa. Besides its signature alfajores, the biz offers dulce de leche brownies, crème brulee and frescas con cremas.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 11, 2025
Where to go for Thanksgiving 2025 – part 2
Celebrate turkey day with these dine-in and takeout experiences.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 11, 2025
This Japanese restaurant offers a weekday curry menu
Kailua-based Tokoname Sushi Bar & Restaurant’s “Curry Shack” menu is only available during weekdays for lunch. Curry entrees include chicken katsu with cheese, ebi fry, chicken karaage, eggplant and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 10, 2025
This Kalihi boba tea spot has a brand-new name
Dragon Tea recently re-branded and is now named Leilani Taiwanese Kitchen. The shop changed its name to reflect its offerings, which go beyond boba.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 10, 2025
Uncle’s Fish Market Bar & Grill has a new chef and revamped menu
The ‘Aiea eatery, headed by chef Chad Yang, features more daily specials, an early bird prix fixe menu, and seasonal desserts.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 07, 2025
Tango Empanadas brings authentic Argentinian flavors to Oʻahu
Owned by siblings Julieta and Lucas Garnil, Tango Empanadas offers made-from-scratch empanadas with a variety of meat and veggie fillings. The business’s Kahuku trailer is open daily, and you can also find the empanada biz at the Kakaʻako farmers market.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 07, 2025
Budget Bites: Yakiniku Like’s $9.95 yakiniku set
November’s special include kalbi short plate and Misuji top blade, along with miso soup, salad, kimchi and rice.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 06, 2025
Easy ‘Que brings a revamped weekend brunch to Kailua
The eatery, which is the sister restaurant of Over Easy, offers savory barbecue-themed options like brisket patty Benedict, brisket loco moco and shrimp and grits.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 06, 2025
Waikīkī’s newest Italian restaurant just opened
Located in Waikīkī Shopping Plaza, BOTANICO Waikīkī features Italian fare with a touch of island- and Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 06, 2025
Travie’s Patties pop-up offers fun, flavorful smashburgers
The biz celebrated its grand opening in August, and can be found at a variety of night markets and seasonal craft fairs across Oʻahu. The biz also recently added non-alcoholic dirty sodas to its menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 05, 2025
Fairmont Kea Lani’s Kō reopens with a reimagined menu
After being closed for six months, Kō — which means “sugarcane” in Hawaiian — reopened in late October, featuring a full renovation and new menu. The eatery is inspired by the spirit of “kau kau time,” during which sugarcane workers talked story and shared home-cooked meals over lunch.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 04, 2025
Budget Bites: Choi’s Garden’s $5.99 cold noodle lunch special
The Korean eatery brought back its $5.99 cold noodle lunch special for all of November.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 04, 2025
Here's what you'll find at Earls Kitchen + Bar
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.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 03, 2025
Sun Noodle’s new kalo noodle kit celebrates 40 years of Sig Zane
To commemorate Sig Zane’s 40th anniversary, Sun Noodle partnered with the business to launch a limited-edition kalo (taro) noodle kit.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaNovember 03, 2025
Chao features a modern Vietnamese fusion dining experience
The restaurant first opened for takeout in July, but is now open for dine-in for brunch, lunch, dinner and happy hour. Dinner highlights range from hamachi crudo and seafood ceviche to spring rolls and the eatery’s signature chicken pho.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 31, 2025
All That Cake Co. features modern cakes in local flavors
All That Cake Co., which launched this past July, features layered cakes that feature Hawaiʻi-grown flavors like pandan, lilikoʻi, Kona Coffee and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 31, 2025
HI Shack is celebrating its grand opening on Nov. 1
The eatery, located on Kalākaua Avenue, features a mix of Hawaiian, American and Filipino flavors. During HI Shack’s grand opening, customers can enjoy live entertainment and a 20% discount on food.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 30, 2025
Budget Bites: Limited-time deals at Zippy’s
Take advantage of discounted Kōkua Pacs from Nov. 3 to 19, and discounted chili frank plates from Nov. 28 to Dec. 14.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 30, 2025
This popular Asian snack shop just opened its third location
1-2 Buy Hawaiʻi is known for its imported snacks from Japan, Thailand, Korea and China. The business just opened its third location — and this one features claw machines from Claw Kingdom.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 29, 2025
This ice cream shop’s got “soul”
Soulberry Ice Cream, which specializes in New Zealand-style, real fruit ice cream, opened recently in Makawao. The Maui-based business offers customizable treats made with locally sourced fruits and creative toppings.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 29, 2025
‘Pho’-nomenal: Vietnamese eatery Pho Heaven just opened in Pearl City
The restaurant, located in Pearl Highlands Center, is the sister restaurant of Hot Pot Heaven in McCully Shopping Center. Customers can get 15% off during soft opening week, which is now until Oct. 31.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 28, 2025
The Dotted Line has a new executive chef and revamped new menu
The downtown Honolulu eatery, led by new executive chef Christopher Murakami — previously at Hilton Hawaiian Village and SKY Waikīkī — boasts a refreshed menu. During dinner, enjoy dishes like chicken pot pie, New York strip, and a mouthwatering Taste of Aloha sampler platter.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 28, 2025
Kapa Hale recently launched its fall menu
The Kāhala eatery’s seasonal menu includes fall ingredients like kabocha and pumpkin seeds. Customers can also look forward to more pho dishes starting next month.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 27, 2025
Where to go for Thanksgiving 2025 – part 1
Celebrate turkey day with these dine-in and takeout experiences.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 24, 2025
Istanbul Hawaiʻi recently launched its fall menu
The Ward Village eatery, known for its modern Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, is featuring seasonal dishes during brunch, lunch and dinner. Enjoy options like autumn Jidori chicken tagine and pumpkin bread pudding for a limited time.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 23, 2025
Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya is celebrating its fifth anniversary with limited-time specials
From Oct. 25 to Nov. 2, customers can take advantage of discounts and promotions at all six Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya locations across Hawaiʻi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 23, 2025
Alan Wong’s is opening at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
The eatery will be replacing Hoku’s as the new signature restaurant at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort in early 2026.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 23, 2025
This all-you-can-eat pizza experience is now available daily
Earlier this year, San Paolo Pizza and Wine launched its AYCE pizza experience, which was only available on Wednesdays. Now, customers can enjoy this all-you-can-eat pizza dinner every night from 5 to 8:30 p.m.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 22, 2025
These real fruit ice cream treats are the “perfect” dessert
Perfect Day Real Fruit Ice Cream, which opened recently in Kailua, offers desserts created with locally made ice cream bases and your choice of fruits. The biz opened its first storefront on its one-year anniversary.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 22, 2025
Ghost Bar Halloween pop-up just opened
Located in Ala Moana Center — in the former Surfers Bakery space — Ghost Bar features a spooky, bewitching Halloween theme.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 22, 2025
Farm Link just opened its first-ever grocery store and deli
Hōʻiliʻili Market by Farm Link just opened on South Beretania Street. It’s in the former space of ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry (which is temporarily closed). Here’s a preview of what you’ll find.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 22, 2025
Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera is celebrating a milestone with $3 sushi
This sushi eatery is celebrating its 1.5-year anniversary on Oct. 24 to 26 with discounts on maguro nigiri.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 21, 2025
East Oʻahu has a new breakfast option
Beastside Kitchen just launched its new breakfast menu, which is available daily. Feast on local-style dishes like Da Bento eggs Benedict — made with pork adobo hash patties — kalbi and eggs, roasted pork belly loco mocos and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 20, 2025
Budget Bites: Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House’s lunch specials
The Kapiʻolani eatery is known for its all-you-can-eat wagyu shabu shabu dinner, but also features meaty lunch specials during weekdays only.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 20, 2025
Green Island Cheesecake is featuring a limited-time discount
Get 10% off through the month of October. The dessert shop recently updated its cheesecake recipe and added more pastries to its menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 17, 2025
Waiʻanae has a new Halloween pop-up bar
Lanterns Restaurant and Tavern’s Halloween pop-up is from 6 p.m. to closing on Thursdays to Sundays. Enjoy festive cocktails in a spooky environment — along with the eatery’s full food menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 17, 2025
Chart House Waikīkī launched a brunch discount
Kamaʻāina can get 20% off the entire brunch bill from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sundays. And yes — this discount includes alcoholic beverages.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 16, 2025
Halloween pop-up Nightmare Honolulu is open
The spooky pop-up is located at Pearlridge Center, in the former space of Chili’s Grill & Bar. The Halloween-inspired pop-up is open from 6 p.m. to midnight from now to Oct. 31.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 16, 2025
Filipino Food Week is coming Oct. 18 to 25
The 7th annual celebration celebrates Filipino-American History Month. Participating restaurants will showcase dishes and drinks that correspond with this year’s “Kapampangan Recipes” theme.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 16, 2025
The Pig & The Lady soft opens today in Kaimukī
The family-run Vietnamese restaurant is opening in its new Kaimukī location today. The eatery will feature a limited menu during its soft opening — Oct. 15 to 19 — and will celebrate its grand opening on Oct. 21.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 15, 2025
Specialty mochi at Don Quijote Hawaiʻi for a limited time
Business owner Haruyuki Asakawa from Itoshima Dango Honpo in Fukuoka, Japan is doing mochi-making demonstrations at Don Quijote Kaheka and Kapolei.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 14, 2025
You can get $10 margaritas every day at this Mexican eatery
Locally owned Margaritas Hawaiʻi recently updated its menu. Its offerings are more streamlined, and the biz now offers $10 margaritas all day in a variety of flavors.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 14, 2025
New Liliha Food Court is now open
The food court, located in the former space of Foodland Liliha, features a variety of local vendors. Food options range from poke bowls and ice cream to quesabirria tacos, and Italian meatballs.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 10, 2025
Fresh Bites Hawaiʻi is celebrating its 4th anniversary with 30% off
To celebrate its anniversary, the Mōʻiliʻili café is offering 30% off on select menu items from Oct. 15 to 31.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 10, 2025
Sakura Sushi and Hibachi recently reopened in Kapolei
The eatery, located in Ka Makana Aliʻi, used to be focused on a teppanyaki grilling experience. After an extensive renovation, the eatery recently opened with more dining tables and a new menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 09, 2025
La Cucina Homestyle Italian Restaurant is now open for lunch on Mondays
The Kakaʻako eatery is known for its homestyle Italian cooking and comforting flavors. For the first time since 2016, the restaurant is open for lunch — on Mondays only.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 09, 2025
Earls Kitchen + Bar is opening today
The new, globally inspired restaurant is opening to the public at 4 p.m. today. The eatery is located on Kalākaua Avenue and is the brand’s first Hawaiʻi location.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 08, 2025
Where to get Halloween treats and pumpkin-flavored snacks on Oʻahu
These spook-tacular sweet and savory treats are around for a limited time.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 08, 2025
Diamond Bakery is celebrating its 104th birthday this Friday
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Oct. 10, customers can enjoy free soda cracker boxes, free scoops of Asato Family Shop’s famous sherbet, free hot dogs, a chance to win prizes and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 08, 2025
New Waipahu restaurant features a dual dining experience
916 Grill St. + ShabuZen, open in the former Outback Steakhouse in Waipio, offers all-you-can-eat shabu shabu and an a la carte yakiniku experience.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 07, 2025
Aloha Mamacita has a new Spooky Bar and limited-time BOGO deals
From Oct. 6 to 12, customers and mix and match their favorite drinks and/or desserts at Aloha Mamacita to take advantage of a buy-one-get-one-free deal. The free item must be of equal or lesser value.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 07, 2025
This sourdough pizza business has a second location
Jax Wood Fired Pizza, known for its pizzas made from a sourdough starter, just opened its second location at Shark’s Cove. The new location has more seating and space, and the business looks forward to doing more community events.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 06, 2025
This Italian chophouse added new dishes to its dinner menu
CINO Hawaiʻi recently revamped its dinner menu with new appetizers and entrees. Feast on uni and ikura with horseradish panna cotta, Diver scallops, a meaty lamb shank and a cheesy pasta dish that features an impressive presentation.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 04, 2025
Going green: New mobile matcha business on Oʻahu
Green Times Matcha originated as a mobile matcha cart that opened this summer. Business owner Jinie Ho — who recently graduated from high school — uses her barista skills to create unique options like earl grey matcha lattes and matcha-gatos.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 03, 2025
Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice just opened in Waikīkī
The new store on Seaside Avenue is the business’s 15th location — and fourth one on Oʻahu. Its grand opening celebration will be at 10 a.m. Oct. 4, complete with a blessing and hula performance.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 03, 2025
New noodle shop open in Kailua
Sunset Noodle House is a new Japanese-fusion eatery that recently opened in Kailua. The eatery offers donburi, combo meals and ramen — including a beefy short rib ramen.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 02, 2025
Sauce boss: Aloha Sauced is open in downtown Honolulu
The business, which started out as a hot sauce company, is known for sauces like Majah Flavah, Maui Owie, and BBQ Bruddah. Its sauces are currently being featured in season 28 of the popular talk show “Hot Ones.”
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 01, 2025
Aloha Tofu Factory is selling tofu for 75 cents on Oct. 2
To celebrate Aloha Tofu Day, the biz is selling its soft tofu and firm tofu for 75 cents each. This deal is from 7 a.m. to noon at the factory on Thursday, Oct. 2 only; limit five per person.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaOctober 01, 2025
Paris Baguette just opened its second Honolulu location
The bakery café celebrated the grand opening of its second Oʻahu location today at Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa. Starting Oct. 1, the café will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 30, 2025
Chinatown 808’s annual Mid-Autumn Festival is coming this Saturday
Chinatown 808 is celebrating harvest season on Oct. 4 with this all-day, family-friendly event, presented by Hawaiʻi National Bank Foundation. Attendees can look forward to a lantern parade, cultural performances, a variety of festival dishes and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 30, 2025
Tonkatsu @ Honolulu just launched a new breakfast menu
The eatery, known for its Nagoya-style deep-fried pork cutlet, offers an onigiri breakfast on Mondays to Wednesdays and Fridays.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 30, 2025
Get ready to ‘shell’-abrate: Crab Fest is coming to Dixie Grill
The ‘Aiea eatery’s annual Crab Fest is coming Oct. 1 to 31. The restaurant is bringing in Pacific Northwest Dungeness crab and king crab specifically for the festival. Dixie Grill is also celebrating its 25th anniversary with weekly specials during October.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2025
Inari Factory has $1.50 inari bombs and hand rolls
Inari Factory, located in the food court of Don Quijote Kāheka, is celebrating its 1.5-year anniversary with $1.50 deals. This offer ends Tuesday, Sept. 30.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 27, 2025
Celebrate National Coffee Day with these buzz-worthy deals
National Coffee Day is coming up Monday, Sept. 29. These discounts and deals ensure you have a ‘brew’-tiful day.
Kady Pascual & Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 27, 2025
Prost! Village Bottle Shop & Tasting Room Kapolei just launched its Oktoberfest specials
Feast on specialty beers, German-style poutine and bratwurst until mid-October.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 26, 2025
Tūtū’s Place by Highway Inn is a new cafe at Bishop Museum
The new cafe is inspired by traditions passed down from kūpuna, and emphasizes comfort, hospitality and family recipes. You’ll find some of Highway Inn’s signature dishes — including that famous Hawaiian plate with kālua pig — along with cafe exclusives.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 26, 2025
Budget Bites: $9.99 jajangmyeon for a limited time
Korean-Chinese eatery Hong Yeon celebrated its opening on Sept. 10. As part of its grand opening special, the restaurant is offering its popular jajangmyeon for $9.99 until the end of the month.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 25, 2025
Merriman’s Honolulu now offers weekend brunch
The Ward Village extended its brunch specials to both Saturdays and Sundays. Feast on smoked salmon eggs Benedicts, wagyu loco mocos and mimosa flights — plus, the eatery’s full lunch and dessert menus are still available.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 25, 2025
Ochos Latin Vibes brings Mexican and Peruvian cuisine to Kapahulu
The biz features tacos and burritos, along with Peruvian-style ceviche.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 25, 2025
Mama Guava is Chinatown’s new Filipino-inspired pop-up
The pop-up, located in the former space of The Pig & The Lady, is opening the first week of October for lunch only. Chef/owner Monique Cadavona explains the menu is based on what she likes to eat and cook, along with both Hawaiʻi and New York influences.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 24, 2025
Budget Bites: Discounted Hokkaido uni for a limited time
Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera’s uni festival is Friday, Sept. 26 to Sunday, Sept. 28. The special menu features discounts on premium Hokkaido uni.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2025
Sachi Sweets offers savory bentos along with souffle cheesecakes
The Mōʻiliʻili cafe offers a variety of bento and a special menu on Tuesdays. The Tuesday menu includes musubi, gyu don, and egg salad and katsu sandos.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 22, 2025
Café VNTG is tucked away within a furniture warehouse
The café — pronounced “vintage” without the vowels — offers a community space combined with coffee, matcha and Brazilian-inspired beverages.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 19, 2025
Shake Shack is opening its first Hawaiʻi location
Shake Shack is partnering with Hawaiʻi-based company Union MAK corporation to bring the first Shack to Oʻahu in 2027.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 19, 2025
This seafood bowl spot has new specials
Totoya Hawaiʻi, known for its signature negitoro and seafood bowls, is launching new specials this Saturday. Customers can enjoy maguro and hamachi bowls, specific to the eatery’s Kaimukī and Piʻikoi locations.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2025
Hideout Waikīkī revamped its happy hour
Happy hour deals are now from 1 to 5 p.m. daily. Feast on crispy karaage-style chicken, truffle garlic fries and a burger-and-Mai-Tai-combo.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2025
Tanto Gyoza & Ramen Bar opens second location
The popular business just opened its Piʻikoi eatery, which is currently open for lunch only and closed Wednesdays. The menu is the same as the original Puck’s Alley location; customers can expect a variety of handmade gyoza, appetizers and ramen.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 17, 2025
This acai bowl shop is celebrating a milestone with a BOGO offer
HI Cravings Windward is celebrating the one-year anniversary of its business this Sunday, Sept. 21. Customers can take advantage of a buy-one-get-one-free acai bowl offer from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 16, 2025
Lele’s Bakery is a “love letter” to its community
Opened by three friends, Lele’s Bakery is a neighborhood spot that features made-from-scratch pastries using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 16, 2025
New slushy shop on Oʻahu’s North Shore
Seki Slush recently opened its first permanent location in Hukilau Marketplace in Lāʻie. The biz offers refreshing mango and guava slushies with a variety of toppings.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 15, 2025
You can get fresh ‘ulu chips at this Honolulu factory
‘Ulu season is from July to December, and customers can get freshly fried boxes of ‘ulu chips at ‘Ulu Mana Hawaiʻi’s Kalihi factory. The biz also now offers cassava chips and more than 15 different flavors of Keith’s Cookies.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 12, 2025
Inferno’s Pizza has a new spot in Waikīkī
The business, known for its late-night hours and Neapolitan-style pizzas, used to operate out of a food truck on Kapiolani Boulevard. Now, the biz opened in Ohana Hale Waikīkī with its signature savory pies and Detroit-style pizzas.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 12, 2025
Olohana Brewpub by Kalihi Beer is now open in Chinatown
Kalihi Beer has closed its former brewery in Kalihi and has relocated to Chinatown. Olohana features a fresh take on traditional brews, along with pizzas and Sunday brunch.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 10, 2025
Slurp’s up: You can get coupons for free ramen this weekend
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka is celebrating the 12th anniversary of its Kaheka store. The first 100 customers on Sept. 12 to 14 can get coupons for a free ramen bowl for future use.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 10, 2025
The Capital Grille is opening in Waikīkī
This fine dining restaurant, known for its high-quality steaks and world-class wines, is opening to the public on Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 10, 2025
Megabon is back this weekend
The 3rd annual Megabon — created by JCI Honolulu and Hawaiʻi Todaiji — is coming Sept. 13 at Leeward Community College. Here’s what to expect.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 09, 2025
Budget Bites: $9.99 plates at Zippy’s
From Sept. 8 to Oct. 5, Zippy’s Korean fried chicken and chili mixed plate will be $9.99 for takeout ($11.99 for dine-in) at Oʻahu and Las Vegas locations.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 08, 2025
Much ado about matcha: A taste of Midori Matcha
The new at-home matcha café, based in Kapolei, offers iced matcha and espresso lattes, along with homemade pastries — like cookie butter rolls and banana bread muffins — designed to pair with the drinks.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 05, 2025
Hy’s Steak House has a new monthly brunch buffet
The Waikīkī steakhouse, known for its fine dining experience, recently launched a monthly buffet that includes prime rib, leg of lamb, a variety of seafood, and its signature flambé desserts.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 05, 2025
This new surf and turf dinner deal is worth the drive to Kapolei
Kapolei Golf Club Restaurant recently started a three-course dinner that’s on Sundays only. The $65 meal includes prime rib and your choice of crab legs, a lobster tail or garlic and chimichurri shrimp.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 05, 2025
This Korean yakiniku restaurant has a new, all-you-can-eat option
MooBonGri Soup & Yakiniku, located in the former space of McCully Buffet, recently started a new AYCE option for lunch and dinner.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 04, 2025
This beachfront fine dining restaurant launched a new tasting menu
Located at The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikīkī, Azure Waikīkī is known for its oceanfront views and exquisite fine dining experience. The eatery’s new tasting menu launched this past summer and includes a five-course culinary experience.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 04, 2025
Kyoto Katsuda, which specializes in premium beef katsu, is now open in Honolulu
The biz, which has four outlets in Kyoto, Japan, recently opened its first U.S. location within STIX ASIA food hall in Waikīkī. You’ll not only find U.S. beef katsu, but salmon katsu, shrimp katsu, tuna katsu and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 03, 2025
‘Fowl’ play: New Kahuku biz specializes in chicken tenders
Chick-N-Dips opened in early July. Its chicken tenders-centric menu offers combos and mini sandwiches, along with a variety of flavorful dipping sauces — and chocolate-dipped ice cream.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 02, 2025
Popular Greek restaurant re-opens for dine-in
Since the Covid-19 pandemic, Kāhala-based Olive Tree Café has been open for takeout only. The neighborhood Greek eatery recently opened for dine-in, and will be launching its next-door deli shop in the coming months.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 02, 2025
Save the date for The Best of Hawaiʻi’s Best Kitchens 2025
The 10th Anniversary Gala event is Sept. 27 at the Hyatt Regency Waikīkī Beach Resort & Spa. General admission tickets are still available; scroll below to see the restaurant line-up.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 29, 2025
La Tour Café’s Ward Village location is now a hybrid café
The eatery now offers both, plant-based and non plant-based La Tour Café dishes, including sandwiches, macarons, Kouign Amann and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 29, 2025
(Shave) Ice, Ice, Baby: A look at one of Hawaiʻi’s oldest shave ice businesses
Original Big Island Shave Ice Company — known as OBISIC — is known for its unique style of shave ice, which originated in 1957. Today, the company features fully loaded shave ice desserts with flavors like Kona Coffee and Chantilly, and will be opening its first Mainland store in the coming months.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 29, 2025
Sushi Ichika launched a revamped omakase course
The sushi counter — located within Tempura Ichika on Piʻikoi Street — now offers a new omakase sushi course that includes tempura.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 28, 2025
Chick-fil-A Kamokila opens
Chick-fil-A’s second Kapolei-based store is opening Thursday, Aug. 28. If you’re dressed like a cow, you can get a free entrée. This location is also the first one on Oʻahu to have an indoor kids’ playground.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 27, 2025
ThrowBack Alley pays tribute to old-school Hawaiʻi
The pop-up at Sheraton Princess Kaʻiulani features signature dishes and nostalgic flavors from popular Oʻahu drive-ins and diners of the 1960s and 1970s.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 27, 2025
FEAST on this: Okinawan FEASTival is coming Sept. 1 to 15
A variety of Oʻahu businesses are offering specials designed to celebrate Okinawan food and culture. Specials range from andadogs and pork and bittermelon to Okinawan sweet potato manju and pork belly rafute.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 27, 2025
This fusion taco truck features yakisoba burritos
Tacos 4U — sister business of Tako 4U — offers tacos, nachos and sobarittos, or yakisoba burritos. You can find the Japanese kei (mini) truck roaming around Oʻahu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 26, 2025
Mad Pie is Kakaʻako’s new 'friendly neighborhood pizza shop'
Owned by James Orlando from Fatto a Mano, Mad Pie features an extended menu of pizzas — made from naturally leavened sourdough — along with salads, cookies and cannolis.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 26, 2025
Budget Bites: Izakaya Tenkichi’s new lunch deal
This tempura and sashimi set includes noodles, soup, tofu, tempura and more — for less than $20.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 25, 2025
New udon spot open in McCully
Udon Yonpachi offers firmer, chewier noodles served with a hot dipping sauce. The new eatery recently started opening for lunch with a variety of noodle sets.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 22, 2025
Honolulu’s newest tonkatsu spot features high-quality pork cutlets
Tonkatsu @ Honolulu, features deep-fried pork cutlets, shrimp katsu and gyukatsu made by a Michelin-trained chef.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 21, 2025