Date Night Market: $60 Feast for Two at Pearlridge’s Village Night Market
Pierogies, corn ramen and a chowder bread bowl highlight this third installment of our night market series.
Japanese
Gohan Is Honolulu’s First Craft Musubi Bar, and It Just Opened in Makiki
Warm, soul-soothing onigiri and hand rolls with classic and deluxe fillings are made to order at Gohan.
Secret Sushi Bar Fukurou Is a Secret Deal
In the age of trendy, $100-plus sushi omakase, an impressive $90 menu is hidden in Buho Cocina y Cantina.
Heart of Plum: Join Us at Frolic’s 5-Course Dinner at Little Plum on Oct. 10
From New York to San Francisco to Hawai‘i, get ready for a culinary journey through chef Casey Kusaka’s outstanding food memories.
Sweet Treats: Don’t Sleep on the Hojicha Frappé at Matcha Café Maiko
Beat the end of summer heat with the iciest, hojicha-est drink around.
Your Insider Guide to Megabon 2024
Eat, drink and play your way around O‘ahu’s newest bon dance—and don’t miss the drone show.
Frolic 100K Giveaway: Free Dining & Staycations at New Hotels
(Partner Content) Help us reach 100K followers on Instagram and be entered to win some awesome prizes!
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.
Your Insider Guide to the 42nd Okinawan Festival
Find out what to do, eat and buy at this annual festival celebrating Uchinanchu culture on Aug. 31 to Sept. 1.
Guide to O‘ahu Bon Dance Food: August 2024
The latest temple-by-temple guide to hamburger curry, fried noodles, KC Waffle Dogs and more from Makiki to Waipahu to Mililani.
Yakiniku Tawashi Is a Great Korean Barbecue Find—If You Go by Monday
This gem in the Ala Moana area is closing for renovations and offering some 50% discounts until then.
Celebrate Slimy Beans During O‘ahu’s July 12–14 Natto Takeout Dine-Around
Natto lovers can-natto resist: 12 eateries are featuring 28 new natto creations this weekend.
A 7-Course All-Natto Dinner Is Coming to Nami Kaze on July 10
Frolic’s annual celebration of Japan’s ripe, stinky bean is back—and it’s open to all natto lovers.
Your Insider Guide to the 11th Annual Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest
Mō‘ili‘ili Summer Fest returns on Saturday, July 6. Here’s what you should know about the bon dance, activities, food, shopping and more.
Yakitori Hachibei Is Launching a $40 Happy Hour Omakase
The grilled skewer specialist from Kyushu is launching a lighter omakase on July 2 in Chinatown.
Ultimate Guide to O‘ahu’s Best Musubi Shops
It’s Monday—comfort yourself with a Spam-ume-shiso, tuna-mayo or cheeseburger musubi.
Omakase Sushi: A How-To Guide
It’s fine to eat with your hand—and other pro etiquette tips from @Sushi chef-owner Atsushi Kumagai.
Honolulu’s Omakase Obsession
Honolulu now has about two dozen omakase-only sushi counters—eight of which opened in the past year.
Top 15 Picks of a Las Vegas Man Who Eats Out in Honolulu 180 Times a Year
From noodle bowls to meatballs, sushi omakase to hamburger steak (with extra gravy): Young Park loves the local food scene.
What to Know About Honolulu’s New Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurant
Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera can average $100 a person. Here are 18 tips to know before you go.
Old-School Diners We Love: Teshima’s Restaurant
At this 95-year-old landmark in Kealakekua, local-style favorites are flavored with nostalgia.
First Look: Hawai‘i’s First Tokyo Central Opens in Kailua
The vibe of a mini Don Quijote, with Marukai moments sprinkled throughout.
5 Ramen Shops in Honolulu to Cure Your Vegan Ramen Cravings
This classic post proves ramen does have a lighter side: plant-based bowls packed with rich flavor and healthy toppings.
Ka‘a‘awa’s Crouching Lion Returns With a Revamped Look and Menu
The landmark restaurant reopens May 1 with a raw bar, outdoor robata grill and family-style dishes.
