November brings a wave of exciting new dining options to Honolulu, from a unique Italian-Mediterranean fusion spot in Waikiki to a popular Maui shave ice shop, and even a Michelin-starred yakitori restaurant from New York!  Here are the details on the hottest new openings: Botanico Waikiki ...

When people think of Hawaii, classic dishes like loco moco and poke usually come to mind. However, Hawaii is also home to many amazing Chinese restaurants simply because of its long history with immigrants from China.  One of the first immigrant ethnicities to Hawaii, the Chinese have placed deep ...

Here’s your roundup of the newest café and restaurant openings—and exciting relocations—across Hawaii in October 2025! This month brings a diverse mix of global flavors: the relocation of the popular downtown Vietnamese-inspired The Pig and the Lady, a brand-new Italian concept from the Zetton ...

Explore over 20 types of fresh and flavorful poke — from classics to unique local creations! When it comes to Hawaii’s most iconic local food, poke is at the top of the list. You’ll find it everywhere — served over rice as a poke bowl, enjoyed as a snack with beer, or sold fresh at markets.  But ...

Here’s the latest update on new cafés and restaurants that opened in Hawaii in September 2025! A new steakhouse, The Capital Grille, finally opened on the first floor of Lilia Waikiki, while an exciting new pizza shop debuted in Kakaʻako, and a popular farmers market ice cream stand inaugurated ...

An unassuming mini mart in one of the oldest neighborhoods on Oahu is a time capsule of sorts-an assemblage of Hawaii's revered flavors steeped in history.   Opened in 1937 as a general store, Ruger Market served the Kaimuki community for decades, retaining its historical charm while ...

Welcome to our guide to where to eat when exploring O‘ahu’s North Shore.  We picked tasty savory spots along Kamehameha Highway, with a few sweet stops thrown in for dessert.  Save this list for your day trip out!     Local Food — Haleiwa Joe’s Haleiwa Joe’s is a classic favorite. The ...

Ten updates you’ll want to know about:  the second location of a popular hotspot, stylish new cafés, and several restaurants where you can enjoy Hawaii’s latest boom, katsu.   【Relocation】Slice of Waikiki The pizza shop once inside OHANA Waikiki Malia by Outrigger moved to Seaside Avenue in ...

A trip to Oʻahu’s North Shore is always a special occasion for townie locals and visitors.  What locals consider a long 35-45 minute commute is rewarded with a gaze of the breathtaking cerulean sea.  Should you make the decision to drive out, you will certainly want to optimize the experience, so ...

Honolulu Coffee, one of Hawaii’s most popular café brands, opened its new Bakery on King on South King Street, just minutes from Waikīkī.  Beloved Vietnamese restaurant The Pig & The Lady in downtown Honolulu is also set to relocate.  Here’s our roundup of nine exciting new openings and ...

One of the most commonly asked questions to Hawaii locals is “What restaurant do you recommend with an ocean view?”  After all, if visiting the islands, having at least one meal with an ocean view, preferably at sunset, seems to be a must-try experience to really capture the island vibe. We've ...

Chubbies makes a comeback, and a popular acai bowl café opens a new Kapahulu location – 11 hot new spots to check out! Here’s the latest on Hawaii’s newest cafés and restaurants that opened in June 2025. Highlights include the highly anticipated return of Chubbies Burgers in Kaimukī, and the grand ...