Food & Dining

Texas de Brazil is starting a new $1 mimosa brunch special

This $1 mimosa deal starts Aug. 16 at the all-you-can-eat Brazilian steakhouse. Plus, kamaʻāina can score a 20% discount on Tuesdays from 5 to 9 p.m.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 11, 2025

Mariposa’s new executive chef revamps its Sunset Lounge experience

Starting this week, the Sunset Lounge is open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with live music, a new menu and scenic sunset views. Returning executive chef Marc Freiberg shares more about the updated menu.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 11, 2025

Dipped by Dee is bringing signature dipped delights to Made in Hawaiʻi Festival

Business owner Daniela Fry gives us an update on her second store in Las Vegas, the newest dipped treats, and what to expect at the 31st annual Made in Hawaiʻi Festival.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 08, 2025

The Hawaiʻi United Okinawa Association’s 43rd Okinawan Festival is coming

Early admission tickets are available for pre-sale starting Aug. 8 at 8 a.m., but general admission tickets will still be available for purchase at the door. This year’s festival on Aug. 30 and 31 commemorates the 125th anniversary of Okinawan immigration to Hawaiʻi.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 08, 2025

Diamond Bakery’s new school snack features ʻulu

Aloha State Daily recently toured the iconic cracker and cookie manufacturer’s Honolulu factory during the production of its animal crackers made with local breadfruit and honey for school cafeterias statewide. Hawaiʻi ʻUlu Cooperative and FLIK808 are key partners for this initiative.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 07, 2025

Discounted donburi during lunch at Doraku Sushi Kakaʻako

This location-exclusive offer features discounts on spicy lobster, rib-eye and toro-taku donburi until Sept. 30.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 07, 2025

Budget Bites: Fresh Bites’ Thirsty Thursday special

On Thursdays only, the Moʻiliʻili-based café is offering $1.99 lattes. You can also take advantage of its $2.99 matcha latte special on Matcha Mondays.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 07, 2025

This Waikīkī brunch spot is also a sushi spot

Brunch Spot Waikīkī offers dishes ranging from loco moco and brioche French toast to sushi rolls during lunch time.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 06, 2025

Haliʻa by Side Street Inn is now open in ‘Ewa Beach

The new eatery is in the former space of Kitchen Door at Wai Kai. You can still find Side Street Inn’s classic dishes, including that signature fried rice and pan-fried pork chops, along with new seafood dishes and brunch coming soon.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 05, 2025

Waialua is home to a new okazuya

Nani’s Café offers a healthier alternative to local-style eats and strives to be a positive influence in the Waialua community.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 05, 2025

This affordable udon spot has a new menu

Udon Gama-Dashi, known for its reasonably priced, customizable udon bowls, added a few new dishes to its menu. You can now feast on curry udon with pork cutlet, a mini ten don and more.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 04, 2025

Jamba Hawaiʻi is offering $2 watermelon smoothies on Sunday, Aug. 3

The discount is in honor of National Watermelon Day and will be valid from 2 to 5 p.m. at participating Jamba Hawaiʻi stores.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 02, 2025

Frost City brings its Taiwanese-style shave ice to ‘Aiea

The dessert shop is home to fluffy snow ice treats, bubble teas, smoothies and more. Plus, starting Aug. 5, customers can take advantage of a “Back to School” discount.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 01, 2025

DEVOS Hawaiʻi is a new ʻEwa-based matcha pop-up

This faith-based biz offers weekly matcha pop-ups. Choose from classic matcha lattes to more creative options like the strawberry ube matcha latte.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 01, 2025

Five-One-Six is West Oʻahu’s new, chic rooftop bar

Located within Four Seasons Resort Oʻahu at Ko Olina, this unique experience officially opened to the public at the beginning of July. Here’s what you can expect.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 31, 2025

Affordable sushi option now open in Chinatown

Fruisea, located in the Chinatown Cultural Plaza, offers a variety of fruit teas and sushi rolls at reasonable prices.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 30, 2025

Budget Bites: ONKEE Korean Grill House’s affordable early bird special

This prix fixe menu is less than $40. The catch: It’s only available from 4:30 to 5 p.m.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 29, 2025

‘Rise’ and shine with this keto-friendly café

Kaimukī-based Rise Café offers low-carb brunch options that are designed to keep your blood sugar down.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 29, 2025

This new Korean restaurant specializes in savory pork broth

OKDONGSIK, with locations in New York and Seoul, recently opened its first Hawaiʻi location.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 28, 2025

Iconic brunch spot Koko Head Café launches its new dinner menu

Dinner service has been 11 years in the making. The menu debut includes dishes like wagyu ramen, ʻulu fried cheese and poisson cru with a shave ice surprise.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 26, 2025

Big Island Candies’ newest collab will benefit HUGS

The business’s collaborative box features a design from local artist Lauren Roth. A portion of proceeds from every sale of this special box will benefit HUGS.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 25, 2025

Budget Bites: Mahina & Sun’s $2 oysters

The eatery’s Sip & Shuck Social features a $2 oyster deal from Monday to Friday.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 24, 2025

Cosmic Records is a limited-time ’90s pop-up bar

Located in the former space of Chili’s Grill & Bar at Pearlridge Center, the themed pop-up is around until the end of August.