Celebrate the 2024 Holidays at Ward Village
Enjoy festive events, shopping, live music, and more.
Kaka‘ako
New & Coming Restaurants on O‘ahu
Fourteen new and coming places with ice cream, onigiri, Portuguese fare, sushi, shave ice and gourmet baked goods.
In Kaka‘ako, Plant-Based Goes Vogue at 3 Restaurants
Even omnivores are opting for new meatless offerings at three spots in Kaka‘ako.
A Sandwich Pop-Up Inspired by Bold Sri Lankan and Indonesian Flavors
You have one chance to discover Bada Gini before the pop-up goes on hiatus until next year.
Aloha Beer and Waikīkī Brewing Trade Places, Honolulu Beerworks Is Moving and More Local Beer News
Big changes on Honolulu’s beer scene, plus who’s slated to open in coming months.
Just in Time for Halloween, Hana Koa’s “Fangs for Donating” Hazy IPA Is a Plea for the Blood Bank
Drink up—10% of proceeds go to Blood Bank of Hawai‘i—or sign up to give blood at the brewery this weekend.
Find This Bar With Hundreds of Wines to Taste in Industrial Kaka‘ako
Sharing a building with an auto body shop, Silver Lining Wine Bar offers a friendly foray into natural wines.
8 Places to Celebrate Oktoberfest 2024 on O‘ahu
Grab a stein, bring an empty belly and enjoy these beer fests around the Island.
Onkee Korean Grill House Is a New High Mark of Modern Korean Barbecue in Honolulu
Dry-aged beef, refined sides and close attention to detail (but no dipping sauces) modernize the KBBQ experience.
Michelin Star Chef Sets Up a Tempura Omakase in Honolulu
Tempura Ichika isn’t just the city’s first seasonal tempura omakase; it’s now added a sushi omakase.
Artizen Rolls Out $45 Bistro Dinner Through August
French onion soup, steak frites and strawberry charlottes: The Kaka‘ako café’s three-course prix fixe was inspired by the Olympics.
8 New & Coming Eateries on O‘ahu: August 2024
A new seafood spot, a new pop-up brunch and Chris Kajioka’s upcoming Moroccan restaurant.
6 Favorite Places to Try Vietnamese Iced Coffee on O‘ahu
Where to find authentic or nontraditional cà phê sữa đá to switch up your coffee routine.
$40 Pau Hana for 2: Tango Contemporary Café
‘Ahi poke, crab cakes, double smashed burgers with fries: Who doesn’t love an affordable, upscale happy hour?
Ultimate Guide to O‘ahu’s Best Musubi Shops
It’s Monday—comfort yourself with a Spam-ume-shiso, tuna-mayo or cheeseburger musubi.
Your Insider Guide to Honolulu Night Market: June 2024
Honolulu Night Market returns to Our Kaka‘ako on Saturday, June 8. Here’s everything you need to know about this popular block party.
These Foodie Craft Classes Nourish Mind and Soul
You can’t eat anything you make, but beginner-friendly classes at Fishcake’s Fishschool are a fun way to feed your inner foodie.
January 2024: Our Top 3 Most Popular Food Stories
Plenty of new restaurant news, and the latest chapter for Kaimukī’s longtime Chinese restaurant.
Check Out 9 New & Coming Eateries on One Block at Ward Village
New tonkatsu, local ice cream, Korean barbecue and more are coming to Kaka‘ako.
5 New Eateries to Check Out on O‘ahu in November 2023
Bakeries, restaurants and breweries are sprouting up from Kalihi to Kaka‘ako.
Amaterasu, the City’s Newest Sushi Omakase, Is in a Car Showroom
Proof that you can find good sushi in the least likely places.
Tali’s Bagels Brings a Taste of New York to Honolulu
These New York style bagels and bialys leave us verklempt.
$40 Pau Hana for 2: Fresh, Filling Flavor Bombs at Merriman’s Honolulu
Good portions, good variety, good views and fresh flavors make this one of Honolulu’s best happy hours.
A Taste of Turkey: How Chef Ahu’s Artistry Shaped Istanbul Hawai‘i
From designing an entire restaurant to crafting an original cocktail menu, this creative powerhouse can do it all.
