New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Fourteen new and coming places with ice cream, onigiri, Portuguese fare, sushi, shave ice and gourmet baked goods.
Bakeries
A Look at How La Tour’s Poi Sourdough Came To Be
The brainchild of CEO Brandon Lam, La Tour Bakehouse’s poi sourdough represents the company’s since-day-one dedication to using local ingredients whenever possible.
La Tour Bakehouse Marks 40 Years with New Retail Location
Now through November, owner Thanh Lam is donating all sales from his bakery store to charity.
What Are the Most Popular Dishes and Treats at Liliha Bakery?
Old diners never go away (if we’re lucky): This classic reveals different top sellers at each Liliha Bakery location.
The Global Menu: Aloha German Bakery
German and Native Hawaiian Cecilia Tanya Koch returned to O‘ahu to care for her father—and ended up opening a German bakery.
A Top Pastry Chef From Boston Is Making Sweets and Sandwiches for The Curb
Hana Quon closed Café Madeleine to move to Honolulu. Until she starts her own bakery, you can find her baked goods in Kaimukī.
All the Reasons Why Anh Chị Em Is My New Favorite Bakery
Run, don’t walk, for traditional and Vietnamese-inspired pastries at this family-run Saturday pop-up in Kaka‘ako.
At Waikīkī’s New Vavin Dessert Bar, Crispy Croissants and Pastries
The croissant game is strong at this new pâtisserie near Eggs ’n Things.
June Finds: What’s In This Summer
A new poolside hangout, Island-inspired cakes, seashell sculptures and Hawaiian swimwear to rock in the sun.
New Ocean Side Bakery Brings a Taste of France to Chinatown
Fresh breads, pastries and even croissant cubes are a hit.
Late-Night Eats Kalihi: Three Places for Low-Key Comfort
Where to head for midnight plate lunches and (super) early-morning baked goods.
March 2024: Our Top 3 Most Popular Food Stories
More from Paris Baguette and the neighborly story behind Onda Pasta & Provisions.
My 8 Favorite Filipino Foods on O‘ahu Right Now
Classic dishes that never fade: From lumpia to sisig and halo halo to kare kare, these are Maria Burke’s forever Filipino cravings.
February 2024: Our Top 3 Most Popular Food Stories
Dim sum, mac salad and pastries were the top draws in an eventful leap month.
Here’s What You Bought: Top 10 Best Sellers at Paris Baguette
The hottest items after Week One at Honolulu’s first Paris Baguette.
First Look: Hawai‘i’s First Paris Baguette Opens Thursday
Get ready for the global chain’s cakes, sandwiches, pastries and, of course, baguettes.
8 Places to Get All Kinds of Malasadas on Fat Tuesday
Some are extending their hours and one has an exclusive new flavor just for Feb.13.
Rotating Pop-Up Vendors at Fishcake Hook Us With New Delights
The test café in the furniture and decor showroom lets micro food businesses showcase their craft.
Butcher, Baker, Meet Sandwich Maker: New Sammies at The Local General Store
Aaron Biolos, formerly known for his WeirDoughs sandwiches, now crafts towering sandwiches in Kaimukī.
At Heart: How Little Vessels Donut Co. Found a Home
Sachi MacLachlan was looking for connection when she launched Little Vessels on Instagram during the pandemic. She found it among neighbors on a small corner in Kaimukī.
5 New Eateries to Check Out on O‘ahu in November 2023
Bakeries, restaurants and breweries are sprouting up from Kalihi to Kaka‘ako.
You Voted: Your Top 5 Places to Buy a Holiday Pie on O‘ahu
The results span the island from town to the North Shore, including a truck and an iconic stop in ‘Aiea.
Reader Poll: Who Makes the Best Holiday Pies on O‘ahu?
If Lee’s Bakery isn't selling pies this Thanksgiving, where are we left to go? Vote for your favorite!
Slice by HB Baking Moves to Kapahulu With Sundaes, Scoops and Shave Ice
The new shop has easy, free parking at Kilohana Square—and you can still get those ice cream pies and cakes, too.
