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(Clockwise, from left) Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon, Kakuni Pork Belly, Chawanmushi and Bread Pudding
Five Star International Buffet, located in the heart of Waikiki, entices all appetites with its delectable tasting menu featuring the finest in local and international gourmet cuisine. See Page 4 Leah Friel photo
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appy Sunday, Ono readers! Steve Jobs wasn’t the only one to think up creative Apple products. In fact, bakers for centuries have been baking up a storm producing apple turnovers, apple pies, apple tarts and more. Mott’s is the leading producer of healthy apple sauce and fruit juices, and apples in general have been the highlight of many other culinary creations. With this said, you really can’t go wrong with apples, which is why they’re one of my most favorite fruits. And although it’s believed that “one bad apple spoils the bunch,” that’s definitely not the case when it comes to these following Ono, You Know establishments, as they are one of a kind and the apple of my eye! Go ahead, read on, and let the exquisite apple fare captivate your taste buds.
Big City Diner This award-winning restaurant never sacrifices on taste and has the highest of standards when it comes to presenting customers with the epitome of comfort food. President and owner Lane Muraoka took the opportunity to open the original Big City Diner in Kaimuki nearly 13
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years ago, and four locations later, BCD, as I affectionately call it, has risen to the top in the world of diners. On my most recent visit to the Pearlridge eatery this past week, it was raining cats and dogs, keeping to the rhythm of booming thunder. Cold and soaking wet (silly me, forgot my umbrella), all I wanted at this point was warm and gooey apple delights. While in the midst of this cold and gray weather, my adoration for a good old fashioned apple pie surmounted everything else in sight. Thank goodness, BCD’s Rustic Apple Pie a la Mode ($6.99) came to my rescue. This tried and true favorite of mine can best be described as a deconstructed apple pie, complete with pieces
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of puff pastry, a sinfully sweet apple filling, morsels of raisins and last but not least, a scoop of Bubbie’s vanilla bean ice cream and whipped cream! Can we say amazing?! Now, if that doesn’t win you over, Chef Dennis Franks knows what will. How about BCD’s Murphy’s Apple Pancakes ($9.99) and Apple French Toast ($7.99)? Trust me, no matter how bad the storm, these breakfast favorites are bound to sprinkle a little bit of sunshine into your life. Murphy’s Apple Pancakes features three gigantic, fluffy pancakes adorned with a homemade apple topping, whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon zest. Apple French Toast wows early risers with its warm and savory apple filling as well, and as a new special on the menu, it’s definitely worth trying. Although it's supposedly only available on certain days, Chef Dennis let me in on a little secret. “Guests can request Apple French Toast as an off-the-menu option and we’ll gladly prepare it for them,” he says with a smile. “The homemade apple filling is what makes the dish — it’s comprised of Granny Smith apples, cinnamon and a hint of lemon zest. Here at Big City Diner we like to use Granny Smith apples because of the tartness and crunch that’s associated with it.” Big City Diner Pearlridge (and various locations) 98-211 Pali Momi St. 487.8188
Fendu Boulangerie Continuing on my wet and dreary jour-
ney, the skies may have been gloomy, but my spirits weren’t dampened as I headed into my hometown of Manoa Valley where the temperature is always noticeably cooler. Fendu Boulangerie in Manoa Marketplace never ceases to put a smile on my face with its array of fresh breads, pizzas, sandwiches, pastries and more, and owner and chef Niel Koep whips up quite a few “applelicious” favorites. My top pick? Most definitely Fendu’s Fuji Apple Danish ($2.25 each), filled to the brim with Koep’s remarkable apple filling and topped with sweet powdered sugar. – See page 12
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Dining Out//Cover Story//Five Star International Buffet
Sous chef Lock Beth Eguchi is ready to take a bite out of Five Star’s fabulous entrees.
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Your traditional all-youcan-eat buffet concept soared to elite status when Five Star International Buffet was first conceived in Hokkaido, Japan, in 2003. Today, you’ll find three additional locations in Hokkaido and one tucked away on the third level of Building C at Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki. As the first location outside of Japan, the company’s founder Noriyuki Kato couldn’t imagine a better place to share his revolutionary buffet concept. Without a doubt it was the perfect fit: Take Kato’s devout love for the islands, Hawaii’s diverse melting pot of cultures, and add to that Kato’s five-star cuisine and you get the pinnacle of perfection. Dining Out recently paid a visit to Hawaii’s own Five Star International Buffet, where we met with manager Tina Giessman and sous chef Lock Beth Eguchi amid an
Bread Pudding with Guava Butter Sauce
inviting atmosphere, brilliant décor and an impressive buffet line complete with lavish works of edible art — a full bar and Happy Hour are just icing on the cake. So with that, take in and savor everything that is Five Star International Buffet.
DO: Five Star International Buffet recently opened its doors to Hawaii’s dining scene this past December, and has already gained a dynamic following of both locals and tourists. What is it exactly that has been drawing in packs of hungry diners? Giessman: We’re not your typical, standard buffet. Sometimes with buffets, people tend to assume that you get mediocre food and neglected service, but we wanted to be way above that and stand out on our own. The big focus for us is quality of food, and with that several of our products are locally grown or locally raised. Also, with our front-of-thehouse service, we wanted it to be as if our guests were eating at a full-service restaurant, so as soon as they’re seated we want to make sure we’re conversing with them — whether our guests are locals or tourists, we want them to feel as if they are at home. Eguchi: Presentation is what definitely sets us apart from other buffets. We’re constantly putting out fresh new dishes.
DO: The buffet line is superb and offers 40 to 50 dishes on a regular basis. What can guests expect from this one-of-a-kind international buffet? Giessman: When diners walk in to the buffet line, it’s not your typical setup
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where there’s mass quantities of d food sitting under a heat lamp. d Instead we have it so it’s like e you’re walking into your own f kitchen — you have your pots, f your pans, and all the portions are small and perfect — most of all the presentation is really nice. Our buffet is international, so we have a t bunch of different cuisines, range ing from French, Italian, Japanese e to Hawaiian and more. Eguchi: We also have an impressive dessert selection. Bread Pudding has been a hit because even r though you’re full, you can still eat , it without feeling stuffed. Our bread f pudding is souffle-like, and many really enjoy the guava butter sauce that it’s paired with. t e DO: What is the price of the bufh fet? Do you offer any discounts for kamaaina? Giessman: Our all-you-can-eat lunch buffet costs $19 for adults,
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DO: What has the response been like from customers? Does it differ between locals and tourists? Giessman: No, not at all. The response has been excellent! We’ve had Australian visitors say that we need to open an establishment in Australia. Then we have Japanese clientele who are already familiar with Five Star and they love it! The locals love the food here as well. Our restaurant (which seats 145 people) can get extremely packed, so it’s good to make reservations. DO: Five Star International Buffet is open for lunch and dinner. What are some standout items in the buffet line? Eguchi: The eclectic dishes that we have here definitely stand out — a lighter fare for lunch and heartier dishes for dinner. We have a washoku section to our buffet, which features Japanese dishes that
International Buffet
were created and brought in from Hokkaido, Japan. Then we have an American-International aspect to our buffet, which presents many other dishes such as mac and cheese, loco moco, Thai curry, Japanese curry, pastas and more. Top items off our buffet include Chawanmushi, Ribeye Teppan, Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon, Kakuni Pork Belly and Bouillabaisse. DO: Fantastic! Please elaborate on some of these dishes. Eguchi: Yes. Bouillabaisse is served as part of our dinner buffet. It is a seafood medley with mussels, clams, fish and sometimes crab doused in a soup marseille (seafood stock). Kakuni Pork Belly also is offered during dinner and showcases tender pork belly dressed with a flavorful sauce comprised of soy, honey and brown sugar, and accompanied by fresh spears of asparagus. However, Bacon-wrapped Filet Mignon with a red wine reduction sauce and garnished with red and green bell peppers, onions and Hamakua Alii mushrooms is one of our dinner favorites. Chawanmushi is a popular Japanese dish that we serve in our lunch buffet. It’s a savory egg custard and there’s always a special chestnut added to the dish, which gives a hint of sweetness and another level of complexity. There’s soy in the dish as well, resulting in a perfect blend of sweet and salty.
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DO: When it comes to Five Star International Buffet, what are your hopes for the future? Giessman: We hope to offer more decadent seafood options, such as all-you-can-eat lobster tails and crab legs because that’s what locals have been requesting. Besides that, we also hope to expand in the future.
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(Clockwise, from left) Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon, Kakuni Pork Belly, Chawanmushi and Bread Pudding
Royal Hawaiian Center Bldg C, third level 2201 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu
380.9300 Five Star International Buffet, located in the heart of Waikiki, entices all appetites with its delecatble tasting menu featuring the finest in local and international gourmet cuisine.
Hours: Open daily, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. (Lunch), 2-5 p.m. (Happy Hour), 5:30-10:30 p.m. (Dinner)
See page 4 | Leah Friel photo
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f you weren’t already going to Golden Duck Kahala Chinese restaurant, here’s a reason to stop by: lower prices. Right now the popular Asian eatery is offering some of its most-requested pupu items at a discount. Chinese Chicken Salad (and who doesn’t like Chinese Chicken Salad?) was a bargain before at $8.25. Now that it’s been reduced to $5.99, there’s even more reasons to get your chopsticks ready. Need more dining bargains? Try Crispy Gau Gee. Made fresh daily, the 10-piece pile of seasoned pork hash is $5.99, down from its regular menu price of $6.50. One
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word of advice: Ask for extra napkins. You’ll need something to clean up with after licking all that sweet and sour sauce from your fingers, chin and elbows. The appetizer menu at Golden Duck offers six popular options, including Deep Fried Tofu ($6.95), Steamed Buns ($6.25) and Crispy Shrimp Won Ton ($7.95) — eight big portions of soft, sweet shrimp wrapped in a crispy skin — and the vegetarian favorite, Egg Rolls ($6.25). Stuffed with long rice, carrots, cabbage and bamboo shoots, this classic pupu item is as tasty with the dipping sauce as it is without.
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1 Crispy Shrimp Won Ton ($7.95) 2 Egg Rolls ($6.25) 3 Chinese Chicken Salad ($5.99 special) 4 Crispy Gau Gee ($5.99 special)
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Feeling lucky at Wailana Scrumptious Italian Anytime By Alana Folen
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t’s a good thing we are lucky enough to see rainbows on a regular basis in Hawaii. This delight especially comes in handy on St. Patrick’s Day, when the little leprechauns at Salmon Florentine Wailana Coffee ($13.25) poached in House can be found WAILANA cooking up a pot of COFFEE HOUSE a court bouillon, served on a bed of golden cuisine at the spinach and end of their rainbow. WHERE crowned with house What’s even bet- 1860 Ala Moana Blvd, hollandaise sauce. ter is that you can Honolulu The luck of the find this treasure of CALL Irish seems to have Irish-inspired food 955.1764 landed on the special at the Ala Moana menu’s sides, as each Boulevard restau- HOURS entree includes the rant on March 17, Open daily 24 hours all-you-can-eat salad from 11 a.m. to mid- (Closed Tuesday 10 p.m.bar and a choice of night. One classic Wednesday 6 a.m.) baked or mashed that would leave St. potatoes, french fries Patrick chasing rain- Corned Beef and Cabbage, or rice, as well as bows himself is Killarney ($13.50) corn on the cob, Corned Beef and File photo chocolate mint cake, Cabbage, Killarney coffee and tea or a ($13.50). Moist and tender slices of corned beef are soft drink. Festive beverages such draped over caraway-flavored as wine or Irish Coffee with cabbage wedges and served with Whiskey and Whipped Cream ($4) boiled potatoes, carrots, mustard also are offered. If you plan to celebrate all day, and creamed horseradish sauce. The dish’s authentic flavor will kick off your feast with the 24catapult you right into the Irish hour restaurant’s St. Patty’s Day Breakfast Special ($9.25), comcountryside. Your taste buds continue on a plete with corned beef hash, two journey over the rolling hills of large eggs (any style), hash Éire with Roast Chicken O’ brown potatoes, toast and coffee. Shannon ($12.50), which includes You’re in for a menu that’s as macadamia nut stuffing and rich heartily delicious as a four leaf pan gravy, as well as Fillet of clover is lucky.
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Hong Kong-style cafe concept is one that has generated much success for husband-and-wife team Ken and Cindy Wong. As owners of Anytime Cafe in Market City Shopping Center, this dynamic duo has cultivated the impeccable tastes of Eurasian cuisine, melding an enticing blend of East meets West. Having opened its doors in February 2010, this wellestablished eatery has gained quite a following in a short span of two years. “There are so many popular things on our menu,” Cindy says, “but Shrimp Risotto and
Chicken Parmesan are two that really stand out.” Shrimp Risotto is priced at $12.95 and presents seafood enthusiasts with morsels of shrimp and bay shrimp simmered in a pink tomato broth atop a bed of creamy risotto, and finished off with a hint of fresh basil and garlic. “What’s special about our risotto is that it’s imported directly from Italy, and a lot of customers notice a difference in taste,” she adds. Cindy and her husband previously owned Banana Leaf Italian Bistro and Hong Kong Orchid Cafe. The same goes for the restaurant’s fresh spaghettini, Shrimp Risotto ($12.95)
which also finds its origins in Italy and is featured in Anytime Cafe’s Chicken Parmesan ($10.50). This highly requested dish wins over diners every time with its lightly breaded boneless chicken breast doused with tomato sauce, and topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese served over a helping of homemade spaghettini. “It’s surprising, but a lot of kids really like this dish too,” Cindy states. “It’s even my son’s favorite.” Besides crafting their skill in Italian cuisine, Anytime Cafe’s talented chefs knows a thing or two about Hong Know-style favorites and local dishes as well. And although the wide assortment of dishes here can be a bit mind-boggling to some, Cindy says, patrons can be on the lookout for new items in the near future. “I’m planning a trip to Hong Kong soon, and I hope to return with some new ideas and concepts.”
ANYTIME CAFE WHERE Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd. #218, Honolulu CALL 735.3888 Chicken Parmesan ($10.50) | Leah Friel photos
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ortunately, Hawaii doesn’t experience Mainland-style winters, and local weather patterns aren’t usually as dramatic as they were this past week. But when giant blessings do fall, there is nothing like cozying up with a cup of soup and a sandwich as the water continues to trickle down. To take shelter from the rain, Dining Out stopped by Kissaten Coffee Bar, where a delicious menu of upscale comfort food boasts wonderfully warm soup and sandwich combos. Raindrop-covered windows let evening blue light into the cozy cafe while bluesy sounds streamed from the radio. This was the perfect corner of the Island to escape stormy weather and indulge in a Grilled Cheese
and Tomato Bisque Soup Combo ($9). Perhaps the most comforting sandwich of all time, the 24-hour eatery’s version is made with smoked Gouda, Cheddar, bacon and refreshing slices of fresh apple nestled between crispy pieces of white bread. “The grilled cheese pairs really well with the Tomato Bisque,” says senior partner Neysa Taba, who loves the creamy and subtly sweet soup drizzled with housemade basil oil and sprinkled with Parmesan. Another velvety combination is Turkey Pesto Melt and Potato Leek Soup ($10). When it comes to the traditionally French soup, “We add a poached egg inside for richness,” explains Taba. Chives and bacon lardons (bits) not only
KISSATEN WHERE 88 Piikoi St., Honolulu CALL 593.1200 HOURS Open daily, 24 hours
garnish the rustic blend, but also tie into the flavors of the melt, filled with homemade pesto aioli, turkey, bacon and fresh mozzarel-
la on focaccia. And every rainy day calls for the satisfaction that Bostonstyle Clam Chowder ($6) brings. While the soup is magnificently rich and filling on its own, you owe it to yourself to include the bread bowl ($2 extra) for a crispy, baked-toorder shell. Feel free to add the marvelous East Coast classic to each sandwich for $1, or mix and match Kissaten’s soup and sandwich duos.
Take comfort in the fact that when the sun comes out again, the delicious combinations will still be there, scrumptious as ever. 1 Turkey Pesto Melt and Potato Leek Soup ($10) 2 Grilled Cheese and Tomato Bisque Soup Combo ($9) 3 Boston-Style Clam Chowder in bread bowl ($8) Nathalie Walker photos
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ownership from the Nagamine family to Mark Kitagawa in 2007. NUUANU Since then, the menu has OKAZUYA just about doubled, offering everything from WHERE 1351 Nuuanu Ave., breakfast to daily plate Honolulu lunch specials and bentos, as well as sandwichCALL 533.6169 es, musubi and inari, soups, HOURS Monday-Friday, 5 a.m.- saimin, desserts/treats and more. 1 p.m., Saturday, 5:30 a.m.The menu also notes that 2 p.m., Sunday, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. if you don’t see someWEBSITE Nuuanuokazuya.com thing you want, it can be made on the spot if you are willing to wait or call ahead for pick-up. 1 Kimpira Gobo ($2.50) 2 Nuuanu Okazuya's business man- Open seven days a week, Nuuanu Okazuya ager and chef Johnathan Mosley 3 Kobu Maki ($2.25) also offers a catering menu, and conveniently Nathalie Walker photos accepts credit cards. There’s also a free loyalty card for customers popular. It’s light and soft to earn points and inside, and crunchy out- redeem for discounts on side, and I’m always exper- future purchases. imenting with different fla“I've been told that peovors. I’m going to try to ple want to know how I make a shiso andagi.” learned to make our food Located on Nuuanu taste so traditional in such Avenue behind Pali a short time,” adds Mosley, Safeway, the eatery has who also has been with been in business for more Nuuanu Okazuya since than 30 years, but switched 2007. “Once I learned how it’s supposed to taste, I made it my own.”
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In an effort to promote sustainability in Hawaii and become a responsible business that takes steps to “go green,” Zippy’s has a great promotion where customers can enter to win a home solar system valued at $15,000 or one of three bicycles valued up to $700. Receive an entry form with any purchase including the delicious Sweet & Sour Boneless Chicken ($7.25 takeout, $8.35 restaurant). The promotion runs until March 31. (Note: prices in Kahului, Maui are slightly higher.) According to Zippy’s marketing manager Jeanine MamiyaKalahiki, this initiative will help support and take care of the community, as well as the environment. Zippy’s also uses earth-friendly materials for packaging. Last year, the eatery also made some changes to the takeout containers. Now, takeout containers are made from Type 5 recyclable and microwaveable plastic, so you can reuse it over and over again. Locally grown beef is becoming a desired trait in restaurant dishes, and Zippy’s has a great Hamburger Steak plate ($7.95 takeout, $9.15
restaurant) that will leave you satisfied and happy. As one of the Zippy’s favorites, Hamburger Steak is made with local beef, and served with grilled onions and gravy on the side. This local establishment does all it can to cater to those in the community. Lent is upon us, and Zippy’s has Lent-friendly menu options on Fridays. Spaghetti alla Verdura ($6.95 takeout, $7.95 restaurant) is made with a vegetarian “meat” sauce that includes quinoa, okara and lentils. There is also Tempura Cod Plate ($11.95 restaurant only) served with white or brown rice, mashed potatoes or french fries. Lent specials are available from 10:30 a.m. while supplies last and run until Good Friday, April 6. “It’s just something different to add to our menu,” says Mamiya-Kalahiki. “We felt that they were healthier options, and it adds variety.” If you’re craving a healthy meal, Zippy’s also has a fresh Calamari & Shrimp Salad ($10.95 restaurant only) made with Nalo greens, saimin noodles, carrots,
cucumber, Chinese parsley and tomato wedges, and is served with a Thai dressing. This bed of salad is topped with fried, crisp calamari and breaded shrimp and is available for a limited time only. March is National Red Cross Month and Zippy’s is supporting the American Red Cross Hawaii chapter. When you purchase a Kokua Pac ($8.08 takeout, $9.30 restaurant), 25 cents will go to the American Red Cross Hawaii chapter. The Kokua Pac is made special for this promotion and includes favorites such as Korean Fried Chicken, Portuguese sausage, hot dog and Spam. Customers have until April 30 to purchase a Kokua Pac and help support the American Red Cross Hawaii chapter. Zippy’s mission is to be an establishment that is committed to creating your favorite meals served with genuine care in a safe, healthful and friendly atmosphere that its customers can enjoy. From its starting location on King Street, Zippy’s has grown to 24 locations on the island of Oahu and one in Kahului, Maui.
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perfect for cooking,” he adds. “When you use the highest quality ingredients, and “The apple filling is homemade with eat a Fuji it always has a nice, clean and although we specialize in pizzas, our salads are great, too,” he adds. Fuji apples and cooked with brown sugar, sweet flavor.” Yes, there’s no arguing that fact, weathcinnamon and a bit of vanilla,” Koep says. er it be Chicken Caesar, Greek, Pear and Fendu Boulangerie And if you have yet to sink your teeth Gorgonzola or Apple Fresco, Zpizza’s Manoa Marketplace into Fendu’s decadent treats, really, what tempting salads are ono indeed. 2752 Woodlawn Drive. #5119 are you waiting for? Please try the Fuji Aching for apples? Well, Apple Fresco 988.4310 Apple Danish, and if you’re yearning for Salad features the best in mixed greens, something even more elaborate, you’ll dried cranberries, gala apples, goat find it in Fuji Apple Crumble Pie ($5.75 Zpizza cheese and toasted almonds, splashed With my sweet tooth satisfied, nothing each). Best when served at room temperwith a balsamic vinaigrette. sounded more refreshing than Zpizza’s ature, this individual-sized pie is made “Gala apples are very sweet and with a European-style pie dough and an Apple Fresco Salad ($8.50 small, $10.95 refreshing,” Llarenas says. large). Available till the end of March, this irresistible Fuj apple filling. Koep then Hopefully we can give this heavenly salad spotlights a mix of savory and adds an oatmeal crumble topping to finish salad a hana hou, but until then be sure to it off, bakes it to perfection and dusts it sweet, and a dash of amazing! snag it while supplies last! “Apple Fresco Salad has been extremewith powdered sugar. ly popular with our customers — once “Anything with apples sells very well,” Zpizza Hawaii Koep says, “so, we sell a lot of both the they try it they want to have it again,” says 1200 Ala Moana Blvd. (Ward), 151 Fuji Apple Danish and the Fuji Apple owner Cesar Llarenas, who opened the Hekili St. (Kailua) doors to the eatery’s Ward Centre location Crumble Pie. 596.0066 (Ward), 230.8400 (Kailua) in 2008 and the Kailua establishment two “We always use fresh Fuji apples. It’s my favorite apple because it has a sweet years later. “We call Zpizza ‘the pure one.’ We only flavor, but it’s still firm enough so that it’s – From page 2
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Set a course for Seafood Village avigating nearly any restaurant’s menu for the first time can be a challenge for vegetarians, to say the least. But when the menu describes the dishes in a different language, it’s so alien that
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SEAFOOD VILLAGE WHERE Hyatt Regency Waikiki Resort and Spa 2424 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu CALL 971.1818 HOURS Open daily, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. lunch, 5-10 p.m. dinner
Pan-fried Longevity Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms ($14.95)
doubt and confusion can send you into orbit — or at least out the nearest exit. Don’t let it make you trek out of there. Just boldly go where no non-meat eater has gone before. At Seafood Village, the titles of the dishes on its extensive menu are in English, but the descriptions are all in Chinese characters. But whether or not you can read Chinese, the friendly, professional staff is more than happy to help you seek out a meal that meets your dietary preferences. Steve Matsuno, executive general manager of the enterprise located in Hyatt Regency Waikiki, knows that the stars shine on everyone, not just carnivores.
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you and your family were greeted with your morning favorites. Iris Yafuso, vice president of Larry’s Bakery, and her family carry on the wholesome baking tradition in the name of their father, Larry. After Larry’s passing, the retail side of the bakery, which was located in Waimalu, closed, 1 but it wasn’t long before daughter Iris and brother Lance Yafuso took it upon themselves to start that side of the family business once again. “We were closed as far as retail for almost 14 years, but have been able to reconnect with all our old customers and friends
LARRY’S BAKERY WHERE 4369 Lawehana St., B2 Honolulu CALL 422.0059 HOURS Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-1 p.m.,, Saturday, 6 a.m.-noon
recently. They come in with their kids now, with stories about seeing the Larry’s box on the kitchen table in the morning when
“I don’t see why we would stop trying to please vegetarians,” he says. Yes, despite its name, Seafood Village does have meat- and fish-free dishes, and manager Johnson Ma assures Veg’n Out readers that they are happy to adjust a dish (but, of course, please be reasonable). Ma’s first recommendation doesn’t need any adjustment, though. Its name says it all. Crispy Vegetarian Spring Rolls ($4.95 for two) live up to their name. Even after sitting awhile, the rolls, filled with carrots, cabbage and cellophane noodles, are quite crispy outside and tender moist within, and they’re served with a sweet and sour sauce for dipping. There’s a Chinese belief that long noodles are the key to a
they were children,” says Iris. Through the window of Larry’s Bakery’s quaint walk-up storefront, dozens of breakfast options are displayed. Two in particular are Pineapple Bran Muffins and three different types of Manju (steamed cakes), priced at $1.20 apiece. “The muffin has a caramel addition, so it is healthy, but not too healthy,” says Iris with a laugh. Larry’s Manju is offered with lima bean, black bean and, in dedication to their family heritage, Okinawan sweet potato filling. They also have butterhorn Danishes, apple or coconut cinnamon sticks, biscuits, chocolate or powdered Long Johns as well as Pig-inRoll with Portuguese sausage. “My favorite is the butterhorn Danish. A
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long life. So, live long and prosper with Pan-fried Longevity Noodles with Shiitake Mushrooms ($14.95). It’s a dish traditionally served on birthdays, to celebrate the new year and on other special occasions. The long, flat noodles are complemented by crisp-tender mung bean sprouts and earthy shiitakes stir-fried in a very light shoyu sauce, which leaves the noodles pleasingly al dente. This is a dry-fried, not saucy dish, allowing the individual flavors to shine through. So don’t space out on the name. Just set a course for Seafood Village.
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1 Black Bean, Lima Bean and Sweet Potato Manju ($1.20 each) 2 Pineapple Bran Muffin ($1.20 each) 3 Bryce Yafuso with Pineapple Bran Muffin and Assorted Manju. Leah Friel photos
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Nagoya Ramen Mililani Shopping Center 95-221 Kipapa Drive, Suite c-15, Mililani 625.9999
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the most popular dishes is the house special, Nagoya Ramen ($8.75). “It has everything,” Chen explains. “It has chicken katsu, char siu, egg, fishcake
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and seaweed.” Other ramen options include Char Siu Ramen ($6.50 regular; $4.25 mini), Wonton Ramen ($6.50) and Seafood Ramen ($7.75). Nagoya Ramen also offers combination meals, including Mochiko Chicken Ramen Combo ($8.95), which comes with gyoza and fried rice. While the restaurant’s ramen certainly is one of its main draws, it would be a mistake to overlook the rest of the menu. “So many people like the curry,” Chen says. “Everybody says the curry is very delicious.” Curry dishes include Beef Stew Curry Rice ($7.25 regular; $5.25
mini) and Chicken Katsu Curry Rice ($7.25 regular; $5.25 mini). Other offerings include Shrimp Tempura Udon ($7.95), Seafood Crispy Noodle ($7.95) and Shrimp Fried Rice ($6.75 regular; $4.75 mini). Right now, diners can take advantage of Nagoya Ramen’s Grand Opening Special. With a coupon found in Dining Out, customers can receive a four-piece order of gyoza with any regular entree or a two-piece order of shrimp tempura with any combo meal. And if you don’t have a coupon, stop in from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m., when customers don’t need a coupon to get a four-piece order of gyoza with any regular entree. Contact Christina O’Connor at diningout@staradvertiser.com
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By Nicole Kato hai’s Island Bistro has received hearty applause for its innovative Pacific Rim cuisine, and celebrity owner and chef Chai Chaowasaree has built up a grand reputation for always utilizing the freshest of local ingredients as well. However, loyal patrons of this contemporary restaurant, conveniently located in Aloha Tower Marketplace, also know that Chai’s Island Bistro is home to some of Hawaii's best entertainers, including multiple Na Hoku Hanohano award-winner Danny Couch, who shares his musical talents and heavenly voice with diners every Saturday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Couch has been enchanting audiences since the age of 12, when he formed his first band and wrote his first song, From My Heart. Throughout the years this veteran performer has graced many stages, and his hit song, These Islands, captivated the world, as it was the theme song for the 1998 Miss Universe Pageant. Couch also has had the privilege of performing for stars such as Frank Sinatra, Barbra Streisand, Englebert Danny Couch Photo courtesy of Chai’s Island Bistro Humperdinck and more.
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Sophie Hong at Ichiriki Japanese Nabe Restaurant on Piikoi Street one night for dinner. The group loves the flavor of the food, as well as the healthy options. Maiko especially loves the menu choices because she can feed little Sophie veggies, tofu and udon — all healthy options.
Andrew Won: “The Kimchi Nabe ($20.95) is very tasty. It’s like a party in my mouth.” Sonia Chang: “I like the ‘Pirikara’ Spicy Nabe ($11.95) because the flavor is refreshing with a spicy kick, and it’s healthy. And I also like the Ume Cucumber Salad, which they’re bringing back to the menu.” Kevin Hong: “Kimchi Nabe. I like spicy food and there’s a good kick to it.” Maiko Hong: “Miso Chanko Nabe ($21.95) because it reminds me of the nabe my mom used to make when I lived in Japan.”
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Makittii
111 N. King St. 521-8268
Canton Seafood Restaurant
88 Piikoi St. 593-1200
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An oceanfront view to savor with steaks and seafood grilled to order.
Hee Hing Restaurant 449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544
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Panda Cuisine Maple Garden / Yen King Little Villlage Noodle House 1113 Smith St. 545-3008
Big City Diner
Royal Palace Restaurant
Kailua 263-8880 Kaimuki 738-8855 Pearlridge East 487-8188 Waipio 678-8868 Ward Center 591-8891
909 Isenberg St. 941-6641
Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant
Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant
5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566
Liliha Square 524-1628
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The PlazaHotel 3253 N. Nimitz Hwy | 836-3636 Breakfast Daily 6:30 –10 am | Dinner Fri-Mon 5 –9pm
about Inquire er Day Our East u Men
Waipahu Shopping Plaza 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 Waipahu, Hawaii 96797
1055 Alakea St.
Cuisine of the Philippines www.maxschicken.com
951-MAXS (6297)
6:30AM-1:00PM Eggs Benedict, Homemade Corned Beef Hash and Kalua Hash, Loco Moco, Belgium Waffles, Oxtail Ramen Soup.
Back by popular demand for $1.00 with purchase of an entree. 1 per person-no sharing, max (3) pancakes at a time & dine-in only.
A new twist on an old favorite New Hours of Operation: Breakfast Service: Daily 6:30am-1:00pm Lunch Service: Monday-Friday 11:00am-2:00pm Brunch Buffet: Saturday and Sunday 10:00am-2:00pm Dinner Buffet: Wednesday-Sunday 5:00pm-9:30pm
*For information/reservations call Pagoda Restaurant at 948-8356 or go to our website at: Pagodahawaii.com
March Specials Blueberry Cloud Cake & Blueberry Yeast Donut
BOTTLES Budweiser & Bud Light $ 1.50 $ 2.00 Heineken & Others $
WINE Ck Mondavi, Fetzer, Kendall Jackson, and more...
3/glass $13 to $33 bottle
3106 Monsarrat Ave. • Honolulu, HI 96815 • Ph: (808) 737-0080 • Fax (808) 735-0800
1 FREE Shrimp Tempura With your order when you bring in this coupon, 1 per person
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Japanese Cuisine
Serving Oahu’s Ohanas For More Than 14 Yrs. 11:30 am-2:30 pm; 5 pm-9:30 pm (Closed Tuesdays)
MANOA MARKETPLACE (Tons of FREE Parking)988-1551 1 8 | D I N I N G O U T | M A R C H 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2
Mon - Sun 10:30am to 9:00pm Excluding all coupons and other discounts. Dine-in only.
Free Parking Mon- Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun
A Contemporary New Combination Fresh Juice Martini
BREAKFAST NOW OPEN DAILY
ALL YOU CAN EAT PANCAKES
525-8585
Chinese Chicken Salad Diced Winter Melon with Seafood Soup Crispy Chicken with Ginger Scallion Honey Walnut Shrimp Sautéed Beef with Chinese Greens Steamed Fish Fillets with Ginger Scallion House Special Seafood Noodles Steamed Rice • Dessert www.themandalayhawaii.com
&
Thai Style Green Curry
ALA MOANA CENTER Mall Level, Mauka Next To Victoria’s Secret
946-6388
WHERE TO DINE Henry Loui’s
JJ Bistro & French Pastry
2850 Paa St. 833-3728
3447 Waialae Ave.
Kit N Kitchen
Plaza Cafe
1010 University Avenue 942-7622
(inside Best Western - The Plaza) 3253 N. Nimitz Hwy 836-3636
739-0993
IHOP
Le Cacao Bistro
Waikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd 949-4467
Kenny’s Restaurant
Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers 921-2400
1620 N. School St. 841-0931
Rainbow Drive Inn
3441 Waialae Ave.
3308 Kanaina Ave. 737-0177
626-5368
Pagoda
Pearl City - Times Sq. SC 486-4467
Restaurant Epic
1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356
Kaneohe - Windward Mall 235-4467 Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza 959-2600
1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877
Kenny’s Express Hawaiian BBQ
Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar
2nd Floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center 922-9333
Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388
Voted Best Thai in Hawaii 15% OFF Take Out
Sam Choy’s BLC 580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979
YAKINIKU
MILLION
Coupon required. Not combinable with other offers. Expires 3/16/12
Kalbi Seaweed Soup
Kalbi Kim Chee Chi-ke
Beef Stone Bi Bim Bap
THAI CUISINE SERVING HAWAII SINCE 1977... Dinner 5:00pm - Closing
2028 Kuhio Avenue Walking distance from all Waikiki Hotels
tel. 951-9355 www.keosthaicuisine.com
4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) | OPEN Mon - Fri 6AM - 1PM Sat 6AM - 12PM www.larrysbakery.com or find us on
Dinner Hours 5:30PM-8:30PM
Weekends & Holidays ............................$11.95 Monday-Friday ............................................$10.95
Crisp, Fresh and Amazing. Enjoy our…
Lunch Hours 11:00AM-2:00PM
Apple Fresco Salad
Everyday
10.50
Buffet ..........................................$
Restaurant Hours: 10 AM - 9 PM • Closed Sunday, 3/11/12
R E S TA U R A N T
4510 Salt Lake Boulevard 96818 Stadium Mall, next to Ice Palace LOTS OF PARKING
SUN-THUR 11AM-MIDNIGHT / FRI-SAT 11AM-2AM
Since 1989
Plate Lunch Special Includes: Shoyu Chicken 2 Scoops Rice Mac Salad
only $5.00
with this ad 1351 Nuuanu Ave • m-f 5a-1p / sat 5:30a-2p / sun 7a-1p
…just like home!
533-6169
Limit one coupon per person/2 plates per coupon. No substitution. Exp. 3/31/12 • nuuanuokazuya.com
For a limited time only.
Call for Reservations 487-6662 or 486-7410
ROYAL PALACE
596-0799
626 SHERIDAN ST. (behind Walmart)
WARD CENTRE (Auahi Streetfront) 1200 Ala Moana 596-0066 KAILUA (Next to Boots & Kimo’s) 151 Hekili St. 230-8400
KOREAN CUISINE
25% OFF NABE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Monday - Thursday 5-6pm. Up to 4 people. Cannot be used with other offers.
• LUNCH $16.95 10:30AM - 2:30PM • DINNER $24.95 2:30PM-10PM
8,000 square foot restaurant, seven private rooms Accommodates 350 people State-of-the-art audio-visual systems Perfect for parties of all occasions
KAL BI, SIRLOIN, CHICKEN, SASHIMI, SPICY PORK *DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGESWITH THIS AD. EXP. 3/31/12.
DIM SUM ✦ LUNCH ✦ DINNER ✦ BANQUET ✦ PRIVATE PARTIES
TWO GREAT LOCATIONS!
AIEA • 484-2222 98-150 Kaonohi St.
HONOLULU • 589-2299 510 Piikoi St.
930 McCully St. • 951-0511/951-0611
• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM • CONVENIENT PARKING
Daily: 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Ala Moana, 4th Flr. Up the Ramp From The Mai Tai Bar 808-947-8818 • www.jadedynastyhawaii.com
New Home of the “Perry & Price Show”
D I N I N G O U T | M A R C H 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2 | 1 9
WHERE TO DINE Shiro’s Saimin Haven
Stage Restaurant
Zippy’s
Waimalu - 98-020 Kam Hwy. 488-8824
Aloha Tower Market Pl. 585-0011
Waipahu - 94-256 Waipahu Depot St. 676-2088
Top of Waikiki Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877
FILIPINO
Ewa Beach Shp. Ctr. - 91-919 Fort Weaver Rd. 689-0999
Max’s Of Manila
Hy’s Steak House
94-300 Farrington Hwy
Wailana Coffee House
2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555
801 Dillingham Blvd. 951-6297
1860 Ala Moana Blvd. 955-1764
Willoughby’s
Waikiki - 1831 Ala Moana Blvd 941-3444
OPEN EVERYDAY • ALL DAY
March Afternoon
BEST FOOD***BEST PRICE***BEST SERVICE
CITY SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER WAIPIO SHOPPING CENTER
TEL. 678-2878
KUNIA SHOPPING CENTER
TEL. 676-0843
Cannot be combined with any other promotions. Cannot be used for private parties. No Holidays. Must present coupon. Expires April 30, 2012.
Complete Dinners Served 11AM Til Midnight
Corned Beef & Cabbage, Killarney
$
Roast Chicken O’Shannon
$
Filet of Salmon Florentine
$
1350
1250 13
25
DINNERS INCLUDE
FREE
Must present coupon. Not valid w/other specials/discounts. Limit one coupon per person. Exp. 3/31/12
“All you can eat� Salad bar, Corn on the Cob, Chocolate Mint Cake and more!
4 pc. gyoza w/any regular entree OR 2 pc. shrimp tempura w/any combo meal
9
St. Patty’s Day $ 25 Breakfast Special Corned beef hash with two large eggs, hash brown potatoes, toast and coffee.
NAGOYA RAMEN
Mililani Shopping Center • Open Daily 10am-9pm
625-9999
Spring Seafood Festival Special Seafood Menu*
Seafood Potsitckers Watercress Soup with Tofu and Fresh Fish Ginger Scallion Maine Lobster on Lo Mein Noodles • Roasted Garlic Chicken or Pepper Salt Shrimp • Steamed Flounder Fillet with Black Bean Sauce • Sauteed Ong Choy with Chili Chinese Miso Mongolian Pork Chop or Szechuan Eggplant $199 for table of ten ($89 table of Four)
Seafood Specials*
Maine Lobster (16oz) $14.95 Dungeness Crab (28 to 30oz) $22.95 Steamed Fresh Tai Snapper $21.95 Pepper Salt Snow Crab (2lbs) $22.95 *Expires March 19, 2012
LET US COOK FOR YOU $49 for Four (Reg. $69)**
Mandarin Potstickers Chinese Chicken Salad Mongolian Pork Chop Chicken Oyster Sauce Beef Broccoli Hee Hing Noodles **Expires 3/19/12. coupon required.
For reservations, call 955-1764 Open 24 Hours 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking
735-5544
449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101 www.HeeHingHawaii.com
Full Service Catering & Event Planning
• 2pc Shrimp & 2pc Vegetable Tempura • Chicken Katsu • Chicken Karaage • Chicken, Beef or Pork Teriyaki • Salmon or Ahi Shio, Teriyaki, Plain Butterfish • Sashimi or Unagi $ (add $2 more to meal price)
12.00
2pc. Shrimp Tempura 2pc. Vegetable Tempura & Miso Butterfish
10.95
$
Includes: Scoop Rice, Miso Soup,Tea,Tofu, Gyoza, Green Salad or Tsukemono OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH
11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner
100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza)
536-3035
2 0 | D I N I N G O U T | M A R C H 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2
4-Course Meal
Book your party of 10 or more people and get
SOUP
10plus % OFF your
OF THE
D AY
3441 Waialae Ave.
CHOICE
OF APPETIZER Lao Rock & Roll • Baked Lobster Avocado • Escargot • Crab Rangoon
choice of dessert
CHOICE
OF
626-5368 Le Cacao
ONE ENTREE
Fisherman Pie • Baked Cornish Hen • Baked Salmon Asian Classic • Cheese Ravioli w/Lobster (*$5 for Lamb Wellington)
PLUS CR ĂˆME BRĂ›LÉE
Bistro & French Pastry
From
$24.70
3447 Waialae Avenue |
per person expires 3/31/12
739-0993
FREE BIRTHDAY CAKE
with any party of 6 or more people AND purchase of 4-course meal
Now Serving
BRUNCH
Daily 10:30am-2pm
| jjfrenchpastry.com
CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY available today thru March 20, 2011 Corned Beef-n-Cabbage served with carrots and your choice of potatoes or rice
$
15.99
Try Our Newest
Now le! Availab
Southern Style BBQ Our special smoky bourbon barbecue sauce smothered over BBQ Hamburgers Chicken & Ribs (Half or Full Rib Rack)
Come & Eat Shrimp/Vegetable Tempura during Lent Choice of Two:
March Special
TEA SPECIAL Saturday, March 17th
WITH $10 OFF $50.00 PURCHASE WITH $5 OFF $30.00 PURCHASE
Ala Moana - Makai Market 949-2120
Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910
Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321
www.VillageThai.com
Kaimuki - 3040 Waialae Ave. 734-0404
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Bali Steak & Seafood
(inside Ohana Honolulu Hotel) 3401 N. Nimitz Hwy 833-3844
GREEK The Fat Greek
FINE DINING
TEL. 845-4554
1250 Kapiolani Blvd. 237-5429
Chai’s Island Bistro
Call the one nearest you
With our delicious homemade sides:
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Ph:
677-7744
www.acateredexperience.com
Kam Shopping Center • Open 6am Daily • 841-0931 Kenny’s Hawn BBQ at Royal Hawaiian Center • 922-3333
WHERE TO DINE ITALIAN
Hifumi Japanese Restaurant
Z Pizza Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066 Kailua 151 Hekili St. 230-8400
Happy Valley Pasta & Pizza 3106 Monsarrat Ave. 737-0080
Il Lupino
Genki Sushi Stadium Market Place 488-9202 Aina Haina 373-4033 Ala Moana 942-9102 Ewa Town Center 683-1003 Kaneohe 247-9595 Kapahulu 735-7700 Kapolei Commons 674-4227 Waikele Center 678-3180 Waiau 485-0227 Ward Center 591-5600 Kukui Grove 808-632-2450 Maui Mall 808-873-7776 Lahaina 808-661-0333 Kona 808-327-6776
JAPANESE
Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400
Curry King Ward Warehouse 1050 Ala Moana Blvd. #1400 591-8855
Romanos Macaroni Grill Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300
Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035
Chinese Cultural Plaza 100 N Beretania St. 538-1151
Hinone Mizunone 1345 South King St. 942-4848
Ichiriki Aiea 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222 Honolulu 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299
Kobe Japanese Steak House 1841 Ala Moana Blvd. 941-4444
$1 OFF Any Bread purchases over $4 Must present coupon • exp. 3/15/12
DAILY BREAD SPECIALS TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread Sundried Tomato Cheesebread Foccacia Derecco Walnut Raisin Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread Buckwheat Fig
salumeria tray
Happy Hour Daily 3:00~6:30 p.m. $4 Beer • $5 Wine • $7 Cocktails $5 Pupus • Pizza • Salumeria (deli)
“All Natural no added chemicals”
SAKURA TERRACE JAPANESE CAFE
1240 South King Street | 591-1181 | www.sakuraterrace.com Mon–Sat 11am–2:30pm & 5pm–10pm • Sun 4:30pm –9:30pm
988-4310 2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace
Royal Hawaiian Center, at the Royal Grove • Validated Parking www.illupino.com • 808.922.3400
Tues-Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sunday 7:30am-3pm
Try Our Marinated Fried Chicken! “Marinated in a Light Teri Sauce then Deep Fried. Very Tasty!” Sun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm Okazuya open daily from 8am
SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!
2746 Kaimuki Ave
732-1656 ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.
50% OFF
Good for any item of equal or lesser value. Original Coupon required. Not valid on retail items or bottled beverages. One discounted item per coupon. Not combinable with any other offer. No cash value.
Exp. 3/31/12.
www.SekiyasRestaurant.com
March 5th - 31st
BUY ONE ITEM & GET THE NEXT ONE 88 Piikoi St., Honolulu 593-1200 • kissatencafe.com
Enter To Win A
SWEET & SOUR CHICKEN PLATE Available during Specials Hours from 10:30am, while supplies last.
Available March 1st - April 30th ONLY
8.08
$
FAST FOOD
25¢ from each Kokua Pac sold will be donated to the American Red Cross Hawaii Chapter.
Restaurant price: Sweet & Sour Chicken $8.35, Kokua Pac $9.30. Offer valid March 5th - 31st for Sweet & Sour Chicken, March 1st - April 30th for Kokua Pac. Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Offer not valid with any other promotional offers/discount cards. Other restrictions may apply, see stores for details. D I N I N G O U T | M A R C H 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2 | 2 1
WHERE TO DINE Kozo Sushi
Sushi Company
Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe
Kahala Mall 738-KOZO Keeaumoku 946-KOZO Moiliili 951-KOZO Pearlridge 483-6805 Pearl City 455-6805
1240 South King Street 591-1181
2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656
Makino Chaya
Sumo Ramen
98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100
Kaneohe 234-6868 Kapolei 693-8808 Market City 737-1868 Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186 Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-8082 99 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139
Restaurant Suntory Royal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr. 922-5511
Tanaka of Tokyo
Choi’s Garden
East, in King’s Village 922-4233 Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza 922-4702 West, in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443
1303 Rycroft St., Honolulu. HI 596-7555
Try our healthy & fresh Spring, Summer, Autumn & Winter Rolls
Chinese Cultural Plaza (near Royal Kitchen) Open Daily 9:30am-5:30pm
*Cannot combine with other discounts or specials. Limit 2 per coupon. (Corner of Liliha & Vineyard Blvd.) Exp. 3/22/12.
Kahala Mall 738-5696 (KOZO)
Moiliili 951-5696 (KOZO)
Keeaumoku by Wal-Mart 946-5696
45 pcs. Nigiri 12 pcs. Inari 3 pcs. Makisushi 12 pcs. Hosomaki 18 pcs.
5% OFF
Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon) (With Coupon)
Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items Excludes Set Menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. 5%, 10% and lobster special not to be combined with any other offer/discounts/specials. Expires 3/31/12. Must present coupon.
Lobster $999 with purchase of Full Price Entree Valid 5-10:30pm
Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket
524-1628
Celebrating 10 Years! Lobster $999 with purchase of Full Price Entree Valid 5-10:30pm
738-8666
Braised Veal Shank in Tomato Sauce paired with Boneless Chicken Sauteed with Anchovy, Garlic & Olive Oil
Jai
Chinese New Year
(Monk’s Food) Available All-Day
Special Menu for10
179
$
111 N. King St. near Maunakea 7am -10pm
521-8268
Free Parking in the Rear DINNER HOURS ONLY No credit cards accepted for special menu
Dim Sum
Served 7am Daily
1841 Ala Moana Blvd.
$ 98
Between Ilikai & Hilton Hawaiian Village
1
Take-out Orders Welcomed
Dinner served from 5:30 nightly. Valet parking available. Not valid with any other offer.
Panda Cuisine
To envy can be a start to disaster For it brings on hate, jealousy and anger To me there is only one answer Kick it on the rear, disappear now and forever.
947-1688 Hong Kong Style Dishes
FREE!
side order of Fried Rice or Dessert with purchase of entree
Mango Pudding or Almond Float Available.
• • • • •
Shiro “Be happy for anyone who has succeeded” Matsuo
Live Lobster Specially prepared with E-mein noodles
Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!
2 2 | D I N I N G O U T | M A R C H 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2
941-4444
UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!
Dear Hearts,
10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash) Excludes Set Menu; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. 5%, 10% and lobster special are not to be combined with any other offer/discounts/specials. Expires 3/31/12. Must present coupon.
NIGHTLY 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Teriyaki Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.95 Daily Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$23.95 Sukiyaki Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20.95 Teriyaki Steak & Chicken Combo . .$21.95 Kama‘aina & Military Discount Available (with proper ID)
Ham and Scallop Soup • Chinese Chicken Salad • Peking Duck w/ Buns • Steamed Sea Bass w/ Ginger & Onions • Walnut Shrimp • Capitol Pork Chops • Boneless Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice • Jai • Chef’s Dessert of the Day
Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am
5% OFF(Charge) •10% OFF(Cash)
w w w. p a e s a n o h a w a i i . c o m
Sun-Thurs 11am-9pm • Fri-Sat 11am-10pm • Ward Warehouse • 591-8855
Saimin Havenly Yours,
Happy Day Chinese Restaurant 3553 Waialae Avenue
50% OFF
(KOZO)
Pearl City by Wal-Mart 455-6805
2752 Woodlawn Drive
98-1277 Kaahumanu St. (across from Safeway)
Valid w/ coupon at new location only. Expires 3/31/12
Pearlridge 483-6805
One coupon per order. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 3/31/12
MANOA 988-5923
WAIMALU 485-8883
100 N. Beretania St • 538-1151
Buy one entree, Get the 2nd
Cash Sale Only
626 Sheridan St. 596-0799
Celebrate our 2nd location!
per order (2pcs) Seniors (60+) receive an extra 10% OFF w/coupon!
10% OFF
Yakiniku Million
Ala Moana Hotel, Ground Floor 943-1155
Home of the “Milky-White” Paitan Ramen!
1408 Liliha St.
Choon Chun Chicken 1649 Kalakaua Ave. 447-4492
Yuzu Japanese Cuisine & Bar
Four Seasons Rolls
521-6888
94-216 Farrington Hwy #B1-4 678-8058
2700 S. King St. 947-2836
Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen
Mililani Shopping Center 95-221 Kipapa Dr. #C-15 625-9999
3
808 Yong’s BBQ
Sushi King
Nagoya Ramen
$ 99
KOREAN
1111 McCully Street 947-5411
WAIMALU
WAIPAHU
EWA BEACH SHOP. CTR.
98-020 Kam Hwy.
94-256 Waipahu Depot St.
91-919 Fort Weaver Rd.
488-8824
676-2088
689-0999
w w w. s h i ro s s a i m i n . c o m
ONLY
$
9.99
w/purchase of entrée. Dine-in only. Not valid with other specials or promotions. Must present coupon. EXPIRES 3/15/12
641 KEEAUMOKU ST. • OPEN DAILY 11AM - 1AM
WHERE TO DINE MEXICAN
PACIFIC RIM
El Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant 99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727
Keo’s Thai Cuisine
THAI
2028 Kuhio Ave. 951-9355
3660 on the Rise
Bangkok Chef
3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177
1627 Nuuanu Ave. • 585-8839 2955 E. Manoa Rd. • 988-0212 900 N. Nimitz Hwy. • 536-8570
The Ocean House Restaurant
OKAZUYA
2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel 923-2277
Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering
SHABU SHABU
2710 S. King St. 946-2073
Hanaki Restaurant Manoa Marketplace 2756 Woodlawn Drive 988-1551
Nuuanu Okazuya 1351 Nuuanu Ave. 533-6169
And we know you’ll also love...
DRIVE-IN
Serving You For
Sapporo & Kirin (large) $5.75 after 10:30pm
3308 Kanaina Avenue
Saigon Cuisine 1408 Liliha St. 521-6888
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $15.95 Complete Dinner & after 10:30 p.m.
Kapahulu 737-0177
98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900
City Square 1286 Kalani St. #104 845-4554 Waipio Shopping Center 94-1040 Waipio Uka St.#15 678-2878 Kunia Shopping Center 94-673 Kupuohi St. #B105 676-0843
$11.45 Complete Lunch
Mahalo Hawaii
Pho My Lien
Thai Village
New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm
50 Years
VIETNAMESE
10% OFF Entire Menu Buffet
For up to 20 people
Lunch $11.95
Buttermilk Popcorn Shrimp & Fries
A half-pound of golden fried popcorn shrimp served with seasoned fries, garlic bread and cocktail sauce. Then we’ll bring you more shrimp until you’ve had your fill. Fridays Only $
*
Purchase any entrée after 6:30pm and receive a FREE Teri Chicken Mini Bento
9.99
Dinner $15.95 Kids $9.00 (Ages 5–12)
Must present coupon for discount. Not to be combined with any other specials or promotions.
While Supplies Last
Reservations Recommended
Smoked Meat & Onions
Sun. & Mon. 10:30am-3pm • Tues.-Sat. 10:30am-9pm Exp. 3/18/12
©2012 IHOP IP, LLC
*Excluding breakfast. Must present coupon.
Kauhale • Aiea 488-8898 99-082 Next to Trina’s Beauty
Kids $7.50 (Ages 5–12)
Valid at Participating Locations Windward Mall 235-4467 Pearl City 486-4467 • Hilo 959-2600 Waikiki (Ala Moana Blvd) 949-4467 Waikiki on Kuhio Locations: 921-2400 Valid at Participating Waikiki (Alawww.ihophawaii.com Moana), Hilo, Pearl City, and Windward Mall
*Free parking available at First Hawaiian Bank
947-2836
Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.
Ocean front dining
Maple Garden /Yen King
909 Isenberg Street • 941-6641 www.MapleGardenHawaii.com
Valet parking available
98-150 Kaonohi St. • Tel: 486-5100
*Menu and prices subject to change.
KAMA‘AINA SPECIAL! LUNCH & DINNER
20% OFF
1 Coupon per group. Must have valid ID. Not combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price. No online or photo-copied coupons. Must purchase beverage. Expires 3/16/12
BIRTHDAY SPECIAL! FREE BIRTHDAY MEAL FOR ANY AGE With Family & Group
LUNCH & DINNER
20% OFF
Must have minimum party of 4. One Birthday coupon per party of 4. Coupon valid on actual birthday, ID required. Not combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price. No online or photo-copied coupons. Must purchase beverage. Expires 3/16/12
COMPLIMENTARY UNCLE MOKI’S LAVA FLOW DESSERT WITH THE PURCHASE OF 2 DINNER ENTREES Must present coupon. Not valid with any other discounts or specials. Exp 3/25/12.
OUTRIGGER REEF HOTEL • 2169 KALIA RD. • 923–2277 D I N I N G O U T | M A R C H 1 1 - 1 7, 2 0 1 2 | 2 3
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Story by Kelli Shiroma • Photos by Nathalie Walker
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t Panda Cuisine, it’s all about seafood. Ever since new owner John Liang took over Panda Cuisine this past year, the restaurant has been emphasizing its plethora of seafood entrées.
The eatery, which first opened in 1992, offers customers a variety of items on its menu, including barbecue specialties, Cantonese-style dishes, and poultry and meat dishes. However, according to manager Daniel Kung, many customers come to the restaurant because of the fresh seafood. “We try to serve the best seafood (in Hawaii),” he says of the eatery, located on Keeaumoku Street across from Walmart and Sam’s Club. “The most popular (dishes) is seafood … we have fresh lobster, crab, king crab and fresh, live abalone (shellfish).” Live seafood entrees featured at Panda Cuisine include Steamed Fresh Shrimp (seasonal price), Steamed Fresh Fish (seasonal price), Baked Lobster with Cheese and Butter (seasonal price) and Crab with Ginger and Scallions (seasonal price). Currently, Panda Cuisine is offering a Live Lobster special ($9.99), which is specially prepared with e-mein noodles. The special is available
Panda Cuisine manager Daniel Kung
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for dine-in orders only, with the purchase of another entrée (customers must present the coupon found on Page 22, which expires March 15). “It’s a small lobster (featured in the special), and we put noodles under it,” Kung says. Besides the current Live Lobster special, Panda Cuisine features lunch specials daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., which contribute to large lunch crowds. “(The eatery’s) most crowded time right now is lunchtime,” Kung says. “The lunch special is $7.99 for one entrée and it comes with soup and rice. There’s about 70 items to choose from.” The most popular item on the lunch special menu is Deep Fried Whole Fish. Customers can opt for a wide-ranging selection of entrées, including Kung Pao Beef, Chinese Broccoli with Oyster Sauce, Mushroom with Ginger and Green Onions, and House Special Pork Rib. On the eatery’s regular menu, favorites vary among locals and Chinese who frequent Panda Cuisine, Kung states. For example, a favorite among Chinese customers is Fish Head Casserole Clay Pot in Zhongshan Style, or Homemade Style ($16.80). This dish — along with others such as House Special Royal Chicken ($14.80 half, $28 whole) and Diced Steak in Fukinnawa Sauce ($16.80) — is considered one of the best 10 dishes of the kitchen. For locals, though — who might not want to try unfamiliar Hong Kongstyle cuisine — a multitude of options are
available. “For locals, we recommend our Peking Live Lobster special $9.99 Duck ($38 for whole duck with skin, buns and duck meat; $45 for whole duck, skin, buns, lettuce wraps and minced duck meat),” says Kung. “If they (customers) want half (a duck), we can do half. The most popular (dish) among locals is Prawns with Honey Glazed Walnuts ($16.80). A lot of local people also like Sauteed Scallops with Macadamia Nuts ($16.80) and Salt and Pepper Prawns with Honey Glazed Walnuts ($16.80) Asparagus Prawns ($15).” Stir-Fry Other dishes available for locals Diced Rib who want more “traditional” dishes Eye Steak include Stir-Fry Sliced Rib Eye Steak with with Mushrooms ($16.80), Stir-Fry Pepper Sauce Chicken with Mushrooms ($13.80), ($16 .80) Stuffed Chinese Eggplants ($13), Stir-Fry Diced Rib Eye Steak with Pepper Sauce ($16.80) and Sweet & Sour Pork ($12.80). Although the eatery tends to attract more Chinese customers than locals, Kung states that Panda Cuisine is featuring seafood specials, in hope of attracting more local customers. “We did the ad (on the lobster special) to encourage local people to come and try,” he says. Changes might be on the horizon for Panda Cuisine, such as the inclusion of dim sum on the menu and a Macademia Nuts Sauteed scallops with ) website for the eatery. However, for ($16.80 now, customers are encouraged to give the restaurant a try and enjoy the multitude of seafood and other Hong Kong-style delicacies.
Peking Duck ($38)