Hawaii Dining Out August 19, 2012 by Oahu Publications, Inc

AUGUST 19-25, 2012

Dessert’s On Us

Lance, Irene and Iris Yafuso are the reasons behind Larry’s delicious treats, which include Bear Claws, Jelly Doughnuts, Peach Cream Cake, Parfaits and an assortment of cookies.

There’s something for every sweet tooth at Larry’s Bakery, where old-time classics are making a comeback this week. See Page 4 | Leah Friel photo

ALSO: Hot after a Reuben sandwich | 2 Getting the jump on The Edge of Waikiki’s new offerings | 7 Superb September specials unveiled at Pho My Lien | 12

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Making a Mess with a

By Alana Folen | Photos by Leah Friel

Sandwich is finger lickin’ good!

hick, juicy and undeniably filling, the Reuben sandwich holds its own as a top pick for the ravenously hungry. Packed within two slices of grilled rye bread lies a perfect combination of meat, cheese and sauerkraut, which slowly but surely lures in the heartiest of appetites. As a self-proclaimed fanatic of this particular patty melt, I am sending my gratitude to the genius creator of this sandwich (rumored to be either Reuben Kulakofsky, a Lithuanian-born grocer from Omaha, Neb., or Arnold Reuben, the German owner of the once-famous Reuben's Delicatessen in New York). Whoever it may be, thank you for shining light into the sandwich stratosphere. This week, forget the prim and proper when it comes to dining etiquette, because with the Reuben the messier the better! So, here we go! Let's get ready to get down and dirty as I take on the Reuben Sandwich at the following Ono, You Know establishments!

Above: The editor is ready to chow down with a bite of Kakaako Kitchen’s Reuben Sandwich.

Right: Kakaako Kitchen’s Reuben Sandwich ($12.99)

Kakaako Kitchen This local hot spot opened its doors for business in 1995 on Waimanu Street before moving to its current location in Ward Centre in March 2000. Twelve years later, Kakaako Kitchen continues to bloom with upscale cuisine at a reasonable price, while always incorporating fresh, local ingredients when available. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Kakaako Kitchen keeps it real with its Kakaako Fried Rice, Chicken Katsu Curry, Grilled Honey-Shoyu Marinated Pork Chops, Mixed Island Barbecue and more. Believe me, my mouth is watering already. But on a mission to get messy, it was all about a deli counter favorite — move on over, ham and cheese sandwich, let's give a round of applause for the one and only Reuben Sandwich ($12.99), featuring thinly sliced and tender pastrami with melted Swiss cheese and sauerkraut mixed with a special Thousand Island sauce on grilled swirl rye bread. “We make our own Thousand Island sauce and mix our own sauerkraut, and maybe that’s why this particular sandwich has a lot of fans,” says general manager Billy Bal. “I know a lot of people who come back all the time to order this, so that says a lot about the sandwich.” Then have your choice of greens, fries or mac salad to complete your meal. “We

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Kakaako Kitchen Ward Centre, Ground Floor 1200 Ala Moana Blvd. 596.7488 – See page 18

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serve a straight-up local-style mac salad,” Bal adds. “The mac salad paired with the sandwich is unreal. It’s the best combination ever!” You might want to ask for an endless supply of napkins with this savory sandwich, as it just oozes with its onolicious sauce and tender slices of meat. To put it simply, Kakaako Kitchen’s Reuben

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DINING OUT//COVER STORY LARRY’S BAKERY

story by ALANA FOLEN photos by LEAH FRIEL

AUGUST 19-25, 2012

Dessert’s On Us

Lance, Irene and Iris Yafuso are the reasons behind Larry’s delicious treats, which include Bear Claws, Jelly Doughnuts, Peach Cream Cake, Parfaits and an assortment of cookies.

There’s something for every sweet tooth at Larry’s Bakery, where old-time classics are making a comeback this week. See Page 4 | Leah Friel photo

ALSO: Hot after a Reuben sandwich | 2 Getting the jump on The Edge of Waikiki’s new offerings | 7 Superb September specials unveiled at Pho My Lien | 12

LARRY’S BAKERY Where: 4369 Lawehana St., B-2, Honolulu Call: 422.0059 Hours: Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, 6 a.m.-noon Closed Sunday Website: larrysbakery.com

1 Peach Cream Cake ($8.50-$89.95 depending on size) 2 A variety of Larry’s Bakery’s delectable parfaits ($1.95 each)

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t’s a sweet family affair at Larry’s Bakery on Lawehana Street in Salt Lake, where this renowned establishment is consistently buzzing with loyal customers on a sugar high. Larry’s Bakery first opened its doors in the 1960s at its original location in Waimalu Shopping Center, then owned and operated by Larry Yafuso, who perfected the art of baking at Dunwoody baking school in Minnesota. Today, you’ll find his children Iris and Lance Yafuso spearheading the bakery, along with the rest of the Yafuso clan. “My dad passed away in 1979 from a massive brain aneurysm,” Iris says. “It was hard on the family, but we knew we had to keep the bakery going — my dad was always very hard-working, giving and courageous. He always said to keep up with the times and don’t stay stagnant or else you won’t get ahead.” And with those words and the memory of her father always in her heart, Iris keeps her father’s legacy alive by scratch-baking classic desserts and pastries, including apple and coconut sticks, cinnamon twists, and Chantilly and Dobash cakes, which the bakery is known for. “I’m happy that Larry’s Bakery has been able to grow and prosper. I’m very proud of my children for being able to keep up with something that their father started — in fact, doing more than what he did,” says Iris’ mother, Irene Yafuso. Irene will turn 80 years old in a couple of weeks, but remains forever young, spending countless hours at the bakery. “I come in at 3 every morning,” she states. “I man the oven, frost the cakes, cook the rice and bake the pastries in the morning. I’m at

the bakery every day of the week — I have nothing else to do,” Irene says with a laugh, although she admits that working at the bakery keeps her going strong. “This is my family, and I really enjoy working with them. It’s nice to see my grandchildren helping out too,” she says. “I know Larry is smiling down on us. I

DINING OUT//COVER STORY LARRY’S BAKERY just want him to know that we’re doing our best.” Larry’s Bakery initially began as a retail bakery, prior to transforming into a wholesale bakery for 10 years. Most recently, the establishment reverted back to retail, and business is doing better than ever. “We are fully stocked with pastries every morning; we’re running out of space,” Iris explains. “But we can’t complain. Starting tomorrow (Monday), we’ll also be adding a handful of items to the menu.” These items that she speaks of are actually made with Larry’s original recipes from the early 1950s, which, according to Iris, are all transcribed in perfect script in his many handmade cookbooks. So, be ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with Pineapple Boat ($1.65), Peach Cream Cake ($8.50$89.95 depending on size), Bear Claws ($1.20) and Jelly Doughnuts ($1.50). “We’ve gained so many new customers and have reconnected with loyal customers throughout the years, and a lot of them remember my dad’s old recipes, so we’ve decided to bring them back,” Iris explains. Pineapple Boat features a flaky turnover with a jellyfilled crushed pineapple center, brushed gently with a sugar glaze. Iris describes this tempting Larry’s Bakery classic as something you won’t find anywhere else. Peach Cream Cake is another dessert that many customers have been begging for. It features a fluffy white chiffon cake and a decadent custard cream frosting intertwined with the sweetest bits of peaches. Bear Claws are the epitome of must-have bakery delights — a Danish dough filled with almond paste and sprinkled with roasted almonds. Lastly, Jelly Doughnuts are irresistible to all palates as they feature a signature doughnut oozing with strawberry jelly and topped off with a dash of powdered sugar. “We always listen to our customers, and they wanted these classics back, so here they are,” Iris says with a smile. “I don’t think anything has totally changed — per-

haps a tweak here and there, but everything is from my dad’s original recipes. My hope is to stick with his old recipes and give them a bit of modern flair. To keep up with the times, we’ve taken old recipes and have turned them into something new.” Enter Larry’s Bakery’s parfaits, which also will hit the menu tomorrow. Parfaits are priced at $1.95 each and are available in alluring flavors of red velvet, chocolate fudge, peach cream, haupia, chantilly, white chantilly, dream cake and haupia dobash. “What we’ve done is we’ve taken all the flavors of our cakes and turned them into parfaits. Now you can have your own mini cake in a cute little cup and not feel so guilty — they’re perfect for parties,” Iris states, noting that you must special order the parfaits a few days in advance. And breaking the “cookie-cutter mold,” Larry’s Bakery breathes new life on your typical cookie ($1-$6 each) with a plethora of hand-decorated designs and custommade photo cookies. “We have been selling cookies for a while, but we’ve really started to offer a lot more variety and styles to go with every occasion,” says Iris. As the years go on, blood, sweat and tears have been poured into Larry’s Bakery, and for the Yafusos, manning the bakery is a simple way of honoring the man who had given them so much. “Knowing that I’m working to help keep my dad’s legacy alive really helps me wake up early every morning and keeps me motivated,” Iris says. “It’s exciting. A few weeks ago we also started selling our products at Momilani Farmers Market at Momilani Community Center in Pearl City on Fridays from 3 to 7 p.m. “My father has had a great impact on my life and the lives of many others. I just hope he’s happy.” Yes, once everything is said and done, the sweetest blessing of all is a father’s legacy that will live on forever.

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Kylie Lum and Bryce Yafuso Assorted Cookies ($1-$6 each) Jelly Doughnuts ($1.50 each) Bear Claws ($1.20 each)

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Cool eats await you at yakiniku-style diner By Ali Resich

t Yakiniku LuluRara — Keeaumoku Street’s newest Korean eatery — you’re in for all the char-grilled goodness that comes along with yakinikustyle dining, in which customers grill their own meats and vegetables at the table. This cozy little restaurant features meals priced at $9.99 or less, to ensure you’re getting top-quality meats at an affordable price. While most patrons love to throw a strip of their favorite cut on the table top and grill away — LuluRara’s selection includes Seasoned Beef, Short Rib, Beef Tongue, Briskets, Pork Belly and more — owner Sarah Chang suggests ordering a few dishes from the kitchen as well to supplement your barbecue experience. “We do all the work for you with the dishes that are prepared in the kitchen,” says Chang. As you wait for those beautiful grill marks to form on your meats, you can get a head start with a Bulgogi Bowl ($7.99, lunch special). Sumptuous pieces of Korean-style barbecued beef and hot rice give this dish its extreme craveability. With the wonderful smoky aroma

YAKINIKU LULURARA WHERE 915 Keeaumoku St., Honolulu CALL 941.9112 HOURS Daily,11 a.m.-10 p.m

of grilled sensations that fills the air, yakiniku establishments really know how to turn up the heat. That’s why Chang reco m m e n d s adding some of the kitchen’s cold-noodle dishes to your repertoire, as they are perfect for cooling off. “Since it is very hot in Hawaii, customers love the cold noodle dishes. They’re nice and refreshing,” says Chang. A must-have is the Spicy Cold Noodle ($9.99) bowl, filled with buckwheat noodles and an array of meats, vegetables and an egg, as well as a hint of spice.

If you’re not a spicy-food lover, you can cool down with Cold Soup ($9.99), which pres1 ents a chilled chicken and beef broth filled with meats, vegetables, egg and noodles. While it may sound strange to drink a cold soup, the minute you try its rich flavor, you’ll lose all doubts and sip away. So don’t hesitate to visit this hot spot for some of the coolest eats in town.

Spicy Cold Noodle ($9.99)

Bulgogi Bowl lunch special ($7.99)

Cold Soup ($9.99)

Owner Sarah Chang Lawrence Tabudlo photo

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Edging into eclectic, local fare

THE EDGE OF WAIKIKI

By Alana Folen

WHERE Sheraton Waikiki Hotel 2255 Kalakaua Ave.

ake a step over the edge into a vast world of eclectic cuisine at The Edge of Waikiki. Perched next to Sheraton Waikiki Hotel’s Infinity edge pool, this signature pool bar was inspired by Waikiki’s A-listers of yesteryear. Here you’ll find a vibrant, adult-only atmosphere offering up “Vint-Edge” cocktails and so much more. According to Sheraton Waikiki’s executive sous chef Brett Villarmia, The Edge of Waikiki recently showcased its new and improved menu about three weeks ago, which presents diners with “HawaiianizedAmericano” cuisine. “What we’re doing is taking classic American food and introducing local ingredients and a little bit of island flair. We’re steering away from the bar/pub-style cuisine,” he says, noting that The Edge originally played off of a Tex-Mex dining concept. Headliners off the new menu, include Chilled Rice Noodle Salad ($14), Fire Grilled Hamburger “Paniolo” ($14), Buffalo Chicken Hoagie ($14), FBI “from the Big Island” grilled flat bread longboard ($15) and Chef D’s Ahi Poke grilled flat bread longboard ($16).

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“We introduced a new style of cuisine here — we made it a little more sexy,” Villarmia explains. “We have the best pool in the world, which overlooks Waikiki beach, so we wanted to bring the food up to that same level. “Our Chef D’s Ahi Poke longboard is a must-try,” he adds. “Instead of your traditional pizza we feature a rectangular flat bread. This one is topped with diced Hawaiian ahi, ‘Poke’ aioli, Hirabara spinach and red onions. For dessert, you have to

try our Island Fruit Bowl with Almond Float ($10), a refreshing dish of pineapple, watermelon, strawberries and berries.”

Island Fruit Bowl with Almond Float ($10) Fire Grilled Hamburger “Paniolo” ($14) and Buffalo Chicken Hoagie ($14) Chef D’s Ahi Poke grilled flat bread longboard ($16) Leah Friel photos

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Where your taste buds tingle

izza. Just the word can make your taste buds tingle. There’s a plethora of pizza places out there, so it’s easy to pig out on the popular pies (or daintily nibble on a slice) — unless, of course, you’re vegan. Sure, you can request no cheese, but what’s the fun in that? Zpizza has a vegetarian-friendly solution: vegan cheese. Yes, and there’s not a bit of dairy involved (go to zpizza.com for a list of ingredients). The pizzeria’s Berkeley Vegan ($12.95 small, $23.95 large and $26.95 extra large) comes with

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a regular or whole wheat crust (gluten-free crusts are available for small only) topped with marinara sauce, vegan “cheese,” veggie burger crumbles, zucchini, tomatoes, mushrooms, red onions and bell peppers. It’s colorful, healthy and dairy-free — a vegan dream come true. “That’s really what all the vegan people order,” says owner Cesar Llarenas. “They also can choose gluten-free crust with a choice of toppings and vegan cheese.” That’s right, veggie lovers. There are 20-something different pizzas offered on the Zpizza menu, but if you don’t see exactly what you’re craving, why not build your own? The possibilities are prac-

tically endless. Choose among the three crusts, add your favorite sauce (basil pesto, barbecue, chipotle pesto, marinara, roasted garlic, Thai peanut or 100 percent organic tomato), decide on a cheese (feta, Gorgonzola, mozzarella, Parmesan, provolone, ricotta or vegan) and then pile on the veggies (more than 20 to choose from). To kick up the flavors even more, feel free to add fresh basil, cilantro, oregano or pili pili oil, since they’re offered at no extra charge and add a zing of fresh flavor. With dine-in, takeout, delivery and catering, Zpizza is the place to go for fireroasted pizzas with all-natural ingredients. Tingling yet?

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Shiro’s salute to tasty appetizers

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Servers Rose Hazlewood and Roy Cordero Hot Dog and Spam Musubi Platter ($20) Pork Adobo ($3.90), Teri Beef Stick ($2.35) and Crispy Pork Belly ($3.90) Leah Friel photos

Crispy Gau Gee ($2.40) and Won ton ($2.25), Chicken Katsu ($3.55), Mochiko Chicken ($3.55) and the all-new Crispy Pork Belly ($3.90). Picking out a favorite among the list is hard to do, even for Shiro’s son-in-law, Aaron Lee. When asked, Lee picks out six of seven items that go perfectly with the dish made famous by his legendary father-in-law. You think the label is a stretch? Don’t. Shiro Matsuo, who was a cook 3 for Gov. John Burns, was inducted into the Hawaii Restaurant Association Hall of Fame in 2008. At the time, Gov. Linda Lingle designated Matsuo Hawaii’s Statesman of Honor. Sadly, Matsuo isn’t with us any more. He passed away in May at the age of 93 and was fit enough to drive until February of this year. The three

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hat’s not to like about Shiro’s Saimin Haven? The walls of the famed family eatery are covered with the art work of dozens of keiki who recreate their favorite bowl of steaming noodles in crayon. Next to those are the collection “best of” winners plaques and the inspirational messages that remind us we won’t be here forever, so we might as well enjoy some saimin while we still have time. Filling stomachs for more than 40 years, Shiro’s has a menu for everyone, which includes 64 types of saimin, plate lunches, sandwiches, burgers, bentos, deserts — and yes — pupus. After all, what is a big bowl of broth and noodles without something to nibble on between or before slurps of tangy broth? The choices are large including, Pork Adobo ($3.90), Teri Beef ($3.55),

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restaurants carry on his name and his outlook on what makes good local dining: Good food at good prices that is good for the entire family. A saimin haven? Indeed. The pupus are good too, especially with tailgating season coming soon. The Hot Dog and Spam Musubi platter costs $20, and the Chicken Platter is priced at $27 for 15 people and $45 for 25.

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A culinary journey in the heart of Waikiki STORY BY NICOLE KATO nm PHOTOS BY NATHALIE WALKER

uffets are the perfect places to try new foods without spending tons of money on an entree, and Five Star International Buffet, founded in Japan in 2003 by Noriyuki Kato, is the perfect place for anyone who wants five-star Japanese, Hawaiian and Western food in a comfortable atmosphere in the heart of Waikiki. Conveniently located in Royal Hawaiian Center on the third level of Building C, Five Star International Buffet also has friendly service and reasonable prices. The lunch buffet for adults is priced at $19 and $12 for children 5-12 years old. Dinner costs $48 for adults and $24 for children 5-12. (Lunch and dinner are free for children 4 and under.) There’s no doubt that happy hour specials are a favorite on Oahu, and a la carte items are available here during happy

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hour from 3 to 5 p.m. Some of the standout drinks available at the establishment are Mojito and Blue Hawaii — both priced at $8. Japanese cuisine ranges from Tempura to Braised Pork Soybean and Steamed Pumpkin, while Western influences are evident in Smoked Salmon, Pizza and Steak. For those wishing to experience the Hawaiian cuisine of the Islands, Five Star International Buffet also offers Grilled Fish, Seafood Salad and Poke. And it wouldn’t reflect Hawaii’s melting-pot reputation without dishes from India, Korea and Vietnam. Chef Yasushi Kawai and staff prepare excellent dishes for all to enjoy — about 30 dishes during lunch and 50 to 60 items during dinner. With all these choices, it can be hard to decide what you want on your plate, but that’s where we come in, Dining Out readers.

No good buffet is complete without Prime Rib, and Five Star International Buffet does it right. The meat is tender and juicy, and sliced up for individual servings. There also is a great selection of seafood dishes such as Baked Oysters served with a creamy mushroom sauce; Miso Butterfish marinated for one day in a mirin and soy sauce mixture before baking (the top sauce is tamamiso made with miso paste and egg); Seared Ahi with a spicy homemade gochujang (Korean-style hot sauce); and Seafood Dynamite that houses scallops inside of a crab, imitation crab and cheese mixture. Lucky we live Hawaii! And that means fresh fruit is in abundance. The establishment capitalizes on this good fortune by offering fresh, sweet fruit for all to enjoy. It’s a great ending to a special dinner and a fresh pick-me-up during the warm lunch hours. Often at buffet establishments, desserts

are overlooked because of the abundance of great main dish options, but the dessert selection at Five Star International Buffet is not only delicious, it’s pleasing to the eyes as well. Customers can choose from Fruit Tart, Chocolate Mousse Cake, French-style Vanilla Cheesecake, Blueberry Cheesecake and Coconut Cream Cake. And each dessert is the perfect size, so you can try them all! The restaurant in Hawaii is the first location outside of Hokkaido, Japan, for Five Star International Buffet, which has acclaimed success at four locations in the Land of the Rising Sun. According to the staff, the Hawaii eatery differs from those in Japan by featuring as much locally grown and raised meats, produce and seafood as possible every day. It’s rare to find gourmet items in a buffet, but here customers are treated to an international gourmet assortment of good eats.

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Seeking out specials at Pho My Lien

PHO MY LIEN WHERE Westridge Shopping Center 98-150 Kaonohi St., Ste. B213-B, Aiea CALL 488.4900 HOURS Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

1 Kylene Cadiz, Angela Hanna and Asia Pang enjoy delicious bowls of pho. 2 Shrimp Papaya Salad with Summer Roll ($7.99) 3 Vermicelli Special for September ($7.99) 4 Fried Rice with Shrimp ($9.99) Nathalie Walker photos

ven though I don’t live in Aiea, I’ll take a drive from East Oahu to Westridge Shopping Center any day of the week to get my fill of Pho My Lien’s irresistible Vietnamese flavors. From the freshness of ingredients that burst out of every plate to the unbelievably affordable prices, it doesn’t get any better than owner and chef Lien Bui’s homemade cooking. “The food is so fresh,” agrees longtime friend and business partner Walter James. “She makes it all right in front of you.” Bui and husband Tommy Dang have been on the restaurant scene for 10 years now, and have gained patrons from every corner of the Island along the way. When their eatery moved from Waikiki to Aiea in 2010, devotees didn’t hesitate to follow the aroma of fresh pho all the way to Kaonohi Street. And hungry diners everywhere — including James and I — will frequent the restaurant more than usual next month to indulge in all of its September specials. Once you’ve found the cozy spot, you have permission to get lost in the Vermicelli Special for September ($7.99), which features a bottomless bowl of vermicelli noodles topped with fresh cucumber, mint, sliced carrot,

bean sprouts and a choice of pork, beef or chicken. Rounding out the deal are two spring rolls that present an addicting crisp and golden shell. “That’s a lot of good food,” says James. Shrimp Papaya Salad with Summer Roll ($7.99) is another September feature that presents a healthy dose of shredded green papaya salad — so crisp and

refreshing — as well as a summer roll filled with veggies, shrimp and noodles. A sprinkling of peanuts tops off the flavors. Both the Vermicelli Special and Shrimp Papaya Salad are taken over the edge when enjoyed with Bui’s delicious house sauce. Fried Rice with Shrimp ($9.99) also will heat up next month’s specials menu with a mix of peas, carrots, egg, shrimp

and Jasmine rice that wonderfully combine with soy sauce, salt, garlic and a touch of sweetness for that fried-rice flavor you know and love. “Yea, the shrimp is my favorite. That rice is delicious,” adds James. That makes two of us. Be sure to check out Dining Out’s coupon on Page 20 to take advantage of these pho-bulous feasts. New Management! New Menu!

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t Shabu Shabu House, customers take their meals seriously, and it’s no wonder why. From the curry to the shabu shabu, this establishment does everything right. For David Toguchi and Iris Yafuso Toguchi, they normally snag a counter seat at Shabu Shabu House, conveniently located on Kapiolani Boulevard. Why, you may ask? “That way we don’t have to share a pot,” says Yafuso Toguchi with a smile. “And he

won’t eat all my vegetables.” Dining Out was lucky to catch these regulars for lunch one day, and Yafuso Toguchi says if it was up to her, she’d be here at least once a week ... at least. “The atmosphere is nice, and everyone walks out full and satisfied,” she adds. David Toguchi: “I rarely eat vegetables, but here I eat all of them. It’s because of the ponzu sauce. I usually get the Shabu Shabu House Special Set ($11.95 lunch; $15.95 dinner). You

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ver wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining experience. This week, Dining Out got the inside scoops from Ruth’s Chris Steak House Waikiki executive chef Leighton Miyakawa, who gave us a little taste of Ruth’s Chris and shared just what fuels his culinary drive.

NAME: LEIGHTON MIYAKAWA TITLE: EXECUTIVE CHEF TRAINING/EDUCATION: • Food service management AOS degree, Kapiolani Community College • Culinary Arts AS degree, Culinary Institute of America, New York and char siu. I love the fat in these particular meats, and besides, pork is my wife’s favorite meat.

Who or what inspires you as a chef/manager/owner? Chef Walter Schiess and Chef Siegfried Wiegand from Kapiolani Community College have inspired me. As mentors, they’ve shown me the joy and the passion found in cooking.

Is there a dish that you create that’s not on your menu, but available upon request? Oxtail stew with pork lardon, red wine, and mirepoix. It is only served at my home upon request.

What is your favorite dish on the menu? Why? Bone-in Ribeye cooked medium rare is a favorite of mine. This dish showcases the flavor from the bone and the marbling is fantastic.

What are your culinary goals? What do you hope to improve on? My goals are to exceed the quality expectations of Ruth’s Chris Steak House, and keep getting better and better. I also hope to visit with our guests in the dining room to make their experience all the more special. I would love to see even more locals enjoy Waikiki Beachwalk.

What is your favorite ingredient to work with? Why? My favorite ingredients to utilize in my cooking are pork belly that is braised

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It’s party time at Max’s of Manila

MAX’S OF MANILA WHERE 801 Dillingham Blvd. (next to Costco Iwilei) Waipahu Shopping Plaza 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 CALL 951.MAXS (6297) WEB maxschicken.com HOURS Dilingham

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ax’s of Manila is has four whole chickens chopped known for its delicious into 24 pieces. Other customer favorites are Manila-style Filipino cuisine, including its signature Lechon Kawali (fried pork n 1977, Keo Sananikone, belly), Kare-Kare (oxtail beef Max’s Fried Chicken. owner of Keo’s Thai Cuisine Located in Dillingham (near stewed in a peanut sauce), Pancit invited a prince to his newly Costco Iwilei) and Waipahu, it’s Bihon (stir-fried rice noodle) and established restaurant. This also family-friendly, clean, and Crispy Pata (crispy pork shank). prince has been dining at Keo’s For private parties, the there’s plenty of parking. for more than three decades There’s also a catering Waipahu location can seat up to and is a hit with each guest. menu for private parties 200 people, and the Dillingham No, I’m not talking about any restaurant can seat up to 150 peoor takeout. of Thailand’s royalty, but of Some of the popular ple, including a private room for Sananikone’s Evil Jungle Prince, Evil Jungle Prince ($12.95catering menu dishes are 20 people. For parties of 40 peo$16.95) | Chris Fleck photo a dish he created, which has Lumpiang Shanghai ple or more, the food is served enjoyed fame and novelty among we (Keo’s) were voted best (half-pan $57.50, full- buffet-style. Table linens, an tourists, celebrities and locals. Thai restaurant in America,” pan $112.95), Pancit LCD projector and screen, and Palabok (half-pan microphone and speaker also are “Everybody in the whole adds Sananikone. “When you $39.95, full-pan available. town has tried to copy this say Big Mac you know it’s Founded in 1945 by Maximo $78.95) and, of course, dish. According to our customers, McDonald’s, and when you Max’s Fried Chicken Gimenez, a Stanford-educated Evil Jungle Prince is the best say Evil Jungle Prince you who befriended (half-pan $53.95, full- teacher right here,” says general manager know it’s Keo’s.” American soldiers stationed at pan $107.95). Paul Sananikone. Lumpiang Shanghai Quezon City at the time, Max’s Evil Jungle Prince begins is a traditional Filipino started as a cafe for the troops to with a base of Keo’s savory egg roll with a pork and eat, drink and hang out. Initially curry, which mixes a fantastic vegetable filling, and serving chicken, steak and blend of coconut milk, basil, served with a sweet- drinks; it was the chicken created red chili, and a few other herbs and-sour sauce. A half- by Gimenez’s niece Ruby that and spices. Served over bamboo pan of this all-time favorite appe- became an instant favorite and shoots, cabbage and red peppers, tizer consists of eight orders for a continues to be today. Since then, Evil Jungle Prince can be total of 128 bite-sized pieces, and Max’s of Manila has expanded to accompanied with chicken, beef, the full pan is 16 orders for a total eight locations in the U.S., two in tofu or seafood and prices range Canada, two in Dubai and more of 156 pieces. Pancit Palabok is a traditional than 120 in the Philippines. from $12.95 to $16.95. The noodle dish featuring a thicker synthesis in the seafood option rice noodle, ground pork and is superb as the fish, scallops, squid, a seafood base sauce, and shrimp and calamari absorb Max’s Fried Chicken (half-pan topped with ground chicharron $53.95, full-pan $107.95) the flavor of the hot or medium (fried pork rind), fried garlic, curry. boiled eggs and green onions. A Photo courtesy of Max’s of Manila “This dish was featured in half-pan order feeds about 20 Bon Appetit magazine when people. Then there’s Max’s Fried Chicken (half-pan $53.95, full-pan $107.95), which is Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa • Street Level • 2420 Kalakaua Ave., Ewa Tower • 971-1818 served with a banana www.seafoodvillagehawaii.com • Ask About Our Kama‘Aina Special Discount * $3 Self Park Validation ketchup dipping $15.95 • Chicken Salad w/Ori$10.95 • Seafood Salad ental Dressing per person • 6 TYPES OF DIM SUM per person sauce. Seasoned in a • 4 TYPES OF DIM SUM (Seafood Dumpling, Seafood Siu Mai, secret sauce, the (BBQ Pork, Chive Dumpling, Lotus Wrap Mochi Rice w/Chicken, Pork Hash, Seafood Dumpling) chicken is deep-fried Crispy Shrimp Dumpling, Spinach • Beef & Broccoli Dumpling, BBQ Pork Manapua) for a crispy exterior, • Kalua Short Ribs • Roasted Peking Duck and is tender, juicy • Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetables • Salt & Pepper Calamari • Minute Chicken Fried Noodle • Seafood Fried Noodle and flavorful inside. • DESSERT: Almond Float • DESSERT: Mango Pudding The half-pan order ( )

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Yogurstory

Brunch, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Dinner and Pupus, SundayWednesday, 5 p.m.-midnight Thursday-Saturday, 5 p.m.-2 a.m. 1 Bacon and Choi Sum Chow Fun ($8.95) 2 Ahi Dragon Style ($17.95)

with Christina O’Connor

There’s a bit of California and everything else at Yogurstory

hen Yogurstory hit the Honolulu dining scene in 2010, customers were immediately drawn to it ― and the restaurant created quite a buzz. In both its creative food that utilizes a variety of influences, and its classy and comfortable atmosphere, Yogurstory offered something truly different.

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ogurstory has been around just less than two years, and in that short time, it has already managed to reinvent itself. What began as a small venture has expanded into a full-service, multi-purpose restaurant. “We started off a frozen yogurt cafe/brunch place,” executive chef Andy Dalan explains. “And it totally transformed into a breakfast, lunch, dinner, latenight and pupu bar restaurant.” “Because of our location and our atmosphere, we didn’t want to just do brunch,” he says. “We wanted to expand. “When we opened, our concept was trying to make it like an L.A. type of cafe,” he says. Before opening, Dalan took a trip to L.A. with the restaurant’s founder to check out restaurants and breakfast cafes. “It was just eating for two days,” he says of the trip. “We would go to about five restaurants in one day, and just check out the trends.” The group came back to the Islands with a range of unique flavors and inspiration to launch Yogurstory. Executive chef Andy Dalan The elegant, yet welcoming atmosphere at Yogurstory also boasts an L.A. chic, with high ceilings, stunning lighting, and wall art and décor scattered across the dining room. “We wanted to be different, and offer what Hawaii didn’t have,” he says. At the same time, Dalan, who was born and raised here in Hawaii, derives a lot of his culinary inspiration from island foods. “Local and Asian food — that’s what I cook,” he says. “I also keep up with various other trends. Korean cuisine is a trend right now.” Dalan adds that Keeaumoku, often dubbed “Koreamoku,” is the perfect place to cook up Korean-influenced dishes. He also experiments with Filipino, Japanese and Chinese flavors. Dalan has 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry, including working as a pastry chef at Roy’s Restaurant and a stint at Formaggio. Dalan draws on his experience as a pastry chef to create some of Yogurstory’s sweeter items including the ever-popular waffles.

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Although it first began as primarily a place for brunch and yogurt, there’s a lot more to Yogurstory these days. In fact, Yogurstory has got a little bit of everything ― breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and drinks. Executive chef Andy Dalan describes Yogurstory’s cuisine as “local style, with a little bit of California.”

Some of the most popular dishes include Prime Rib Loco Moco ($14.95) and Hurricane Rice Bowl ($13.95), which Dalan says is a twist on the popular Korean dish bibambap. It features kimchee and bacon fried rice, fresh vegetables, prime rib and a poached egg. Also try Ahi Dragon Style ($17.95), with avocado crab crust, a spicy sriracha sauce, tomato salad and furikake rice. Other tasty items include appetizers Ninja Nachos ($9.95), which has spicy grilled chicken, cabbage, edamame,

green onion, sweet potato and jalapeno, with a sriracha salsa on the side, and Spiked Cold Tofu ($7.95), which features fresh tofu with sea salad, green onion and tomato ― all drizzled with a jalapeno yuzu soy sauce. For many customers, Yogurstory’s selection of waffles ― all of which were created by Dalan ― is reason enough to visit the restaurant. “The waffles have just been a hit,” Dalan says, adding that they are great for either breakfast or dessert. “At night, we have people who come just for the

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waffles,” he says. The Red Carpet ($9.95) waffles continue to be one of the most popular. But don’t miss out on Dolce De Leche ($9.95), a decadent joy that features pecan pretzel crunch, caramel, dolce sauce, caramelized banana and whipped cream. Not only has Yogurstory expanded its menu, but it also offers special events on the weekend. Every first Saturday, the restaurant transforms into a lounge at night, complete with a DJ, dancing and drink specials. Friday nights during dinner, the restaurant plays host to live entertainment. In the future, Yogurstory hopes to expand its entertainment ventures. Yogurstory also features special dishes on Friday and Saturday for dinner. “Right now, one of the dishes we are doing is chow fun, but our twist is to add other, different ingredients.” Recently, the restaurant created Bacon and Choi Sum Chow Fun ($8.95). “We kind of changed it up,” Dalan says of the dish. “Locals are familiar with that noodle, but they don’t usually have it with these ingredients.” Changing things up seems to be the r status quo for Dalan and Yogurstory. And luckily for customers, Dalan can’t seem to keep his creative energy still. He says that Yogurstory

will continue to offer different specials and introduce new menu items. Although there are no set plans, Dalan hinted that they may come out with a dessert menu ― which could also include different types of waffles ― in the near future. “We want to keep the customers excited and keep them coming,” he says. 3 Ninja Nachos ($9.95) 4 Spiked Cold Tofu ($7.95) 5 Dolce De Leche ($9.95)

hai’s Island Bistro is famous for its award-winning Pacific Rim cuisine and renowned local entertainment. Located in Aloha Tower Marketplace, the restaurant prides itself on creating feasts for the senses as Chef Chai Chaowasaree draws from a bounty of Hawaii’s harvest — from both land and sea. And while every night of the week is a great opportunity to pay a visit to Chai’s Island Bistro, you won’t want to miss Nathan Aweau as he takes the stage this Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. “Nathan Aweau is one of my favorite entertainers,” Chaowasaree says. “He has an amazing voice, espe-

cially with the song Lei Manoa. It’s my all-time favorite.” Aweau is a celebrated, award-winning singer and was named “Male Vocalist of the Year” on two separate occasions. With an affinity for jazz, he also claimed the honor of “Jazz Album of the Year” for his album titled Bass Etude, which focuses on the electric bass. In addition to these accomplishments, Aweau also is remembered for his role in the local music group Hapa. In 2005, Hapa released an album, Maui, which climbed up the Billboard Magazine’s World Music Chart and peaked at No. 7.

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Nathan Aweau | Photo courtesy of Chai’s Island Bistro

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3 1 Wailana’s Corned Beef Sandwich ($9.35) 2 Hukilau’s House Smoked Big Island Beef Pastrami Reuben ($12) 3 Jason Takemura with Hukilau’s House Smoked Big Island Beef Pastrami Reuben 4 Sylvia Noneza with Wailana’s Corned Beef Sandwich 5 The editor takes a little break as she fills up her stomach with Kakaako Kitchen’s Reuben Sandwich ($12.99).

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Hukilau My relentless search for another ah-mazing Reuben led me to Hukilau. Located right in downtown Honolulu in Executive Centre on Bishop Street, this upscale Hawaiian plate lunch-style eatery gives diners much more than your “typical” plate lunch. In fact, here you'll find — get this — a one-of-a-kind House Smoked Big Island Beef Pastrami Reuben ($12). At first glance it appears to be like any other Reuben, however, the secret to this one is all in the meat. According to executive chef Jason Takemura, Hukilau only utilizes its house-smoked pastrami. “We bring in Big Island beef briskets, brine it for 12 days and smoke it in-house,” Takemura says. “We infuse our own flavors through our own brine, and the smoke that we use is a mix of kiawe and apple wood chips.” If that alone doesn’t entice you, then I don’t know what will. Any fan of a Reuben will go crazy over this one. It’s served on

marble rye bread with a Russian dressing, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese. Takemura says Hukilau’s Reuben sandwich has only been on the menu for six months, but has already proven to be a hit with the lunchtime crowd. “We usually only prepare it during lunch, but if someone requests the sandwich for dinner, we can prepare it for them,” he adds, noting that the dish also comes with french fries, sweet potato fries or Nalo greens. Take it from me, it only takes one bite of House Smoked Big Island Beef Pastrami Reuben and you’ll be hooked on Hukilau. Hukilau Executive Centre 1088 Bishop St. 523.3460

Wailana Coffee House I’m notorious for being nocturnal, and thanks to Wailana Coffee House I’ve been able to cure my cravings at such bizarre

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hours of 3 or 4 a.m. when the rest of the world is sound asleep. Open at all hours of the day or night, Wailana Coffee House, located in the heart of Waikiki, is home to your American and local culinary favorites. And there are just some things that taste ridiculously ono in the wee hours of the morning: one of them being Wailana’s Corned Beef Sandwich. Priced at $9.35, server Sylvia Noneza says this American classic is extremely popular with patrons. Served hot, Corned Beef Sandwich defines comfort food, and is served with homemade corned beef, sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing nestled within two pieces of toasted rye bread. A slice of pineapple, a pickle, tomato and lettuce are presented as additional garnish offerings, and a side of french fries completes the meal. “It’s our corned

beef that really stands out because it’s made fresh in the restaurant,” Noneza explains. And just when you thought that the flavors couldn’t get any better, they do when you capture the flavor of the Thousand Island dressing in every bite. The taste is a force to be reckoned with, making Wailana Coffee House an absolute winner in my book.

Wailana Coffee House 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. 955.1764

tableside

tableside @ Genki Sushi A

s Hawaii’s premier kaiten-style sushi establishment, Genki Sushi has 14 locations in the Islands — nine on Oahu, two on Maui, one on Kauai and one on the Big Island. Kaiten is the signature style of Genki, meaning all 60 of your sushi favorites are easily accessible via a revolving conveyor belt. This form of sushi dining was based off the idea promoted to create a “fast-food” sushi of sorts. For more information and hours of operation, call 591.5600.

Above: Cook Jeff Masui with Special Spicy Tuna Bowl Inset: Special Spicy Tuna Bowl ($7.50) 1 | Mike, Ava, Cheryl and Isabelle Perez 2 | Doreen and Sharissa Miyasato 3 | Sherrie Pena, Bridget Perrault and Samantha Barncastle 4 | Anne and Teal Salvador Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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WHERE TO DINE

Symbol Key

Larry’s Bakery

Pearl City - Times Sq. SC 486-4467 Kaneohe - Windward Mall 235-4467 Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza 959-2600

AMERICAN

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) 422-0059

Atlantis Seafood & Steak

Breakfast

2284 Kalakaua Avenue 922-6868

Lunch

Tropics Bar & Grill

Eggs n’ Things

Dinner

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

After Midnight

Waikiki Beach Eggspress

Alcohol Served

2464 Kalakaua Ave (Aston Waikiki Circle) 926-EGGS (3447)

Online

IHOP

Early Bird $ Special Only

12.95

August “Peking Duck-Maine Lobster Menu: • Peking Duck • Chinese Chicken Salad • Ginger Scallion Maine Lobster • Roasted Garlic Chicken • Steamed Flounder Fillet w/Lemon Shoyu • Shrimp & Island Vegetables • Mongolian Pork Chop • Shredded Duck Chow Mein Noodles $229 for ten (Reg. $255) expires 8/31/12

LET US COOK FOR YOU Sauteed Mahi with Lobster Sauce Steak & Shrimp Chicken Alfredo Pasta

922-6868

Call for Reservations & Information 2284 Kalakaua Ave.

Open 7 Days from 11am-10pm

Lunch 11am - 4pm Dinner 5pm - 10pm at the old Waikiki III Theatres Parking available at the Pro-Park location Seaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant. www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

Located inside of Zippy’s

Panya 711 Queen St. 597-8880 1111 Bishop St. #4 536-8363 Ala Moana Center 946-6388 Royal Hawaiian Center 791-2969

BAKERY Fendu Boulangerie 2752 Woodlawn Dr. Manoa Marketplace 988-4310

BUFFET

La Palme D’or

Waikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd 949-4467 Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers 921-2400

Catering

Napoleon’s Bakery

2005 Kalia Road Hilton Hawaiian Village (Ali‘i Tower) 949-4321

Camellia Buffet

Ala Moana Center - Mall Level Mountain Side, next to Shirokiya 941-6161

930 McCully St. 951-0511/0611

10%OFF ENTIRE MENU

August Special 4.99

BYOB

House Special Vietnamese Chicken Salad Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 8/31/12

Military w/ID receive 10% OFF

2012

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FIRST PLACE

WESTRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER • 488-4900 (Next to Makino Chaya) 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea Mon-Sat 10am-10pm • Sun 10am-8pm

• Chinese Chicken Salad • Mu Shu Pork • Chicken Oyster Sauce • Pepper Salt Shrimp • Beef & Broccoli • Garlic String Beans • Steamed Rice

LOYALTY CARD 15% OFF

RECEIVE OUR FREE AS OUR GIFT TO YOU! GOOD FOR Now Open ALL FUTURE VISITS! VALUE AT $35 for LUNCH!

Not valid with other specials/discounts. Dine-In Only. Offer expires 8/31/12

and

LIVE Seafood fresh Oyster Bar 3441 WAIALAE AVE OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 12 AM

780-3115 • 626-5368

Max’s

CATER TRAYS

$49 for four* (reg. $65)

*this coupon required; expires 8/31/12; served before 7pm

HONG KONG DIM SUM LUNCH $44 for four

801 Dillingham Blvd. (next to Costco Iwilei) Honolulu Hawaii 96817

Pianist Terry Tom performs on Thursdays

Waipahu Shopping Plaza 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 Waipahu, Hawaii 96797

Order Today!

Cuisine of the Philippines

For more information, please call or visit our website for menu

Five (5) Dim Sum Selections • Chinese Chicken Salad • Minute Chicken Cake Noodle Szechuan Beef Chow Fun

735-5544

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101 www.HeeHingHawaii.com

www.maxschicken.com

951-MAXS (6297)

Mon - Sun 10:30am to 9:00pm

Free Parking Mon- Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun

1055 Alakea St.

www.themandalayhawaii.com

525-8585

Plan Your Next Special Event at Brasserie

Du Vin

Elegant, Informal Dining Flexible Reception, Lunch, Brunch & Dinner Menus. Perfect for Weddings, Birthday, Office & Holiday Parties.

545-1115 1115 Bethel Street www.brasserieduvin.com 20 | DINING OUT | AUGUST 19-25, 2012

KOREAN CUISINE

• LUNCH $17.95 10:30AM - 2:30PM • DINNER $25.95 2:30PM-10PM KAL BI, SIRLOIN, CHICKEN, SPICY PORK, FRESH SHRIMP

SENIOR DISCOUNT 25% OFF NABE Monday - Friday 4pm-6pm.

WITH THIS AD. EXPIRES 8/31/12. *DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGES.

Cannot be combined with other offers.

930 McCully St. • 951-0511/951-0611

• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM • CONVENIENT PARKING

TWO GREAT LOCATIONS! AIEA • 484-2222 HONOLULU • 589-2299 98-150 Kaonohi St. 510 Piikoi St.

WHERE TO DINE Five Star International Buffet Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 3. 380-9300

Cafe Central

Canton Seafood Restaurant

Hee Hing Restaurant

999 Bishop Street First Hawaiian Bank Building 306-9284

923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

Golden Duck

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

CATERERS

Makino Chaya 98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

A Catered Experience 94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd. 677-7744

CAFE Anytime Cafe

Aina Haina Chop Suey Aina Haina Shopping Center 820 W. Hind Dr. 373-1303 or 373-4632

Kissaten 88 Piikoi St. 593-1200

Asian Mix

Bento • Take-Out Mix Plate • Catering

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

111 N. King St. 521-8268

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd. 4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

Little Village Noodle House

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

1113 Smith St. 545-3008

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

CHINESE

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

590 Farrington Hwy. 692-9880

4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 737-7188 1221 S. King St. 597-8088

An “air”larious dining experience with ono food and FUN balloon art!

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK

Admissions Day Weekend FRIDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY (AUG 17, 18 & 19)

OFF $2LARGE OFF $3 EXTRA LARGE PIZZA

Offer expires 8/25/12

hiasianmix.com 1234 South Beretania St Shop A-1 (below Safeway Beretania)

521-1688

OPEN DAILY 10:30am-8:30pm

NOW SERVING EVERY FRIDAY

OXTAIL SOUP!

$6.95

CHICKEN KATSU LOCO MOCO

946 Coolidge St. (across Moiliili Long’s) Mon-Fri: 10am-8pm • Sat: 10am-3pm • Sun closed

reg. $8.25

943-8885

PIZZA

Dine-in and Pick-up Only. Must present coupon when placing order. May not be combined with other discounts or specials offers. Limit 2 pizzas per party

WARD CENTRE (Auahi Streetfront) 1200 Ala Moana 596-0066 KAILUA (Next to Boots & Kimo’s) 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

August Specials Now Available thru 9/30/12 Freshly Baked by Royal Garden (No Preservatives added) Dim Sum Served at Lunch Daily

Matcha Azuki Cake & Azuki NEW! Turnover

Azuk i Turnover

ALA MOANA HOTEL 3rd Floor • 410 ATKINSON DRIVE • 942-7788 Lunch: Mon – Fri 11am – 2pm • Sat – Sun 10am – 2pm • Dinner: 5:30pm – 10pm

August 1 - 31, 2012

Show Your Support!

BUY A Offer valid from 8/1/2012 - 8/31/2012 at the Fast Food Counter only. No purchase necessary, other restrictions may apply. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offers, coupons or discount cards. For complete rules and information see stores or visit www.zippys.com.

KOKUA PAC 8

$ .08 Fast Food*

25¢ from every Kokua Pac sold will be donated to the Kapi`olani Medical Center for Women & Children’s Campaign for Hawaii’s Children. *Restaurant price $9.30. Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Available 8/1/12 - 9/30/12. DINING OUT | AUGUST 19-25, 2012 |

WHERE TO DINE Asian Mix

Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

Kaka‘ako Kitchen

1234 South Beretania St. 521-1688

Ala Moana Hotel, 3rd Floor 410 Atkinson Drive, 942-7788

Ward Centre 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.

596-7488

Dean’s Drive Inn

Mandalay (The) 1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

45-773 Kam Hwy., Kaneohe 247-1300

Seafood Village

Kenny’s Restaurant

Street Level, 2424 Kalakaua Ave., #102 971-1818

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Henry Loui’s

Liliha Square, 524-1628

2850 Paa St. 833-3728

FAMILY DINING Asahi Grill Ward

Panda Cuisine

515 Ward Ave., #204 593-2800

641 Keeaumoku St. 947-1688

Lunch &SPECIALS! Late Night Specials SUMMER Starting from $5.99

Crispy Gau Gee Mein

Ja Jiang Mein

Won Ton Mein

With purchase of an entrée. Not to be combined with any other offer or special. Limited Time.

OPEN DAILY: 10am — midnight 923 KEEAUMOKU ST.

955-3388

Best Cantonese Cuisine

739-0993

Ala Moana Center Tel: 947-8818

Best “Japanese Style” Shabu Shabu in Hawaii

Shabu Shabu or any Sukiyaki Set featuring our special sukiyaki sauce. Exp. 8/23/12

Mon-Sat 11am-2pm (last call 1:30pm) Dinner Nightly 5pm-10pm (last call 9:30pm) Validated Parking • 1221 Kapiolani Blvd. • 597-1655

BLUE HAWAII SUSHI BAR & RESTAURANT

Early Bird Special 4-6pm TUES - SUN 11am – 2pm

NEW MENU & SUSHI BAR! Teriyaki Chicken $7.95 Teriyaki Combo (Steak & Chicken) $10.95 Fish of the Day $7.95 North Shore Garlic Shrimp $9.95 Includes Miso Soup, Salad, Rice and Japanese hot tea Not valid with other offers or promotions.

featuring…

1006 KAPAHULU AVE.

Nicoise Salad and Moules Marinieres Frites

739-5000

DINNER SERVED TUES-SUN FROM 5PM

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2nd floor 922-9333

3447 Waialae Ave.

with Kim Chee or Onions

$6.99 $6.99 $6.99

Kenny’s Express Hawaiian BBQ

JJ Bistro & French Pastry

Gift Cards Available

1140 Kuala St. (Next to Babies R Us) Pearl City | 456-2128 Sun-Thurs 10:30am-9:00pm | Fri-Sat 11:00am-10:00pm

• 8,000 sq feet with 7 VIP rooms • Accommodate 300 plus guests • Ample free parking • Dim Sum starting from $2.95 • 9-course dinner from $238.00 • State-of-the-art audio/visual system • Perfect for parties of all occasions OPEN DAILY: 10:30 A.M. TO 10:00 P.M. DIM SUM: 10:30 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. JADEDYNASTYHAWAII.COM

ODOR IK O Japanese restaurant

10% OFF

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

5% OFF

Credit Card Sale Only (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 8/31/12. Must present coupon.

Lobster

Red Carpet waffle with this ad

(reg. $9.95)

with purchase of Full Price Entree Valid 5-10:30pm

Bring this Ad in and receive 10% off your food only

(not combinable with other offers/specials/discounts/kama‘aina rates)

Happy Hour 50% off any size

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

from 4pm-6pm and 10pm-12am

524-1628

Celebrating 11 Years! Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am Lobster $1299 with purchase of Full Price Entree Valid 5-10:30pm

3553 Waialae Avenue

DINE IN ONLY. VALID ON WEEKDAYS ONLY. May not combine with any other promo/offer. Expires 8/23/12

10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash) Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

5% OFF(Charge) •10% OFF(Cash)

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

738-8666

Celebrating 40 years! “Committed devotion to serving authentic Japanese taste & hospitality”

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 8/31/12. Must present coupon.

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Draft Beer!

Kama‘aina Lunch Early Bird SPECIAL QUEEN SET & Take Out Menu ($14.95) (picture shown)

Only 7.50

KING SET ($16.95)

All offers expire 8/31/12.

(808) 942.0505

815 KEEAUMOKU ST.

LIKE US ON:

King’s Village Shopping Center 2400 Koa Ave. visit us at odorikohawaii.com

808-923-7368 Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11am– 5pm Dinner . . . . . . 5pm–12am (Midnight)

WHERE TO DINE Plaza Cafe

Kit N Kitchen 1010 University Avenue 942-7622

(inside Best Western - The Plaza) 3253 N. Nimitz Hwy 836-3636

Opulicious

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

Shore Bird Restaurant

Willoughby’s

Outrigger Reef on the Beach 922-2887

(inside Ohana Honolulu Hotel) 3401 N. Nimitz Hwy 837-5932

Restaurant Epic 946 Coolidge St. 943-8885

Tony Roma’s WAIKIKI 1972 Kalakaua Ave. • 942-2121 AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. • 487-9911

Sam Choy’s BLC 580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

Pagoda 1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356

Shiro’s Saimin Haven

FILIPINO

WAIMALU 98-020 Kam Hwy. • 488-8824 WAIPAHU 94-256 Waipahu Depot St. • 676-2088 EWA BEACH SHOPPING CENTER 91-919 Fort Weaver Rd. • 689-0999

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

50% OFF

Max’s Of Manila

Wailana Coffee House

94-300 Farrington Hwy

1860 Ala Moana Blvd. 955-1764

LAU LAU PLATE

Purchase a Signature Shave Ice and receive

801 Dillingham Blvd. 951-6297

today thru 8/23/12

LAST CHANCE AT THIS SPECIAL PRICE! Includes: Lau Lau, Long Rice, Kalua Pig, Steamed Sweet Potato, (2) Scoops Rice

2nd Shave Ice of equal or lesser value

exp. 8/23/12. Must present coupon Azuki Lovers

Zippy’s Call the one nearest you

Custard Lovers

Ice Forest • 383-1824 Fresh & Tasty Azuki Beans, Taro, Custards, Mochiballs & more!

202 Merchant Street (corner of Merchant & Alakea) M-F 10am-4:30pm / Sat-Sun 12:30pm-4:30pm

R ULA POPD!! Y B N K BAC DEMA

only $ 00 with this ad No substitution.

1351 Nuuanu Ave • m-f 5a-1p / sat 5:30a-2p / sun 7a-1p

…just like home!

533-6169

Limit 1 coupon per person/ 2 plates per coupon. Exp. 8/23/12 • nuuanuokazuya.com

something new. something classic. Open Daily

ON ON

After 33 years, at McCully has closed. Mahalo for your Support and Patronage. But you can still find the Wongs at Aina Haina Chop Suey, serving the same good ol’ local Chinese Food, Family Style!

11am - 10pm

Happy Hour

Celebrate Your Birthday

Daily in the lounge 3pm - 6pm

With us and Receive a complimentary Hy’s Cheesecake & Keepsake Photo For Honoree

Vino Thursdays 25% Off Bottles of Wine Bring this ad in for a Complimentary Dessert*

www.genkisushiusa.com

*With the purchase of two entrees. Maximum 2 coupons per table. $8.00 Value. Expires 8/31/2012. StarAdv

13 Locations:

Ala Moana Center

OAHU:

Ho‘okipa Terrace

808.356.8300

ALA MOANA 942-9102 AINA HAINA 373-4033 EWA TOWN CENTER 683-1003 KANEOHE 247-9595 KAPAHULU 735-7700 KAPOLEI 674-4227 WAIAU 485-0227 WAIKELE 678-3180 WARD CENTER 591-5600

Reservations Recommended

2440 Kuhio Ave.

www.macaronigrill.com

922 5555 www.hyshawaii.com Pearl City by Wal-Mart 455-6805 Kahala Mall 738-5696 (KOZO)

15% OFF Dine-In or Take-Out

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER • TAKE-OUT AVAILABLE

Proper Attire Required

Waikoloa Beach Resort

808.443.5515

(808) 327-6776 (808) 632-2450 (808) 661-0333 (808) 873-7776

Proud recipient of:

• Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List • Live Entertainment • Valet Parking

Queens’ MarketPlace

OTHER ISLANDS: KONA KUKUI GROVE LAHAINA MAUI MALL

Mon-Fri: 6:00 - 10:00 pm Sat, Sun: 5:30 - 10:00 pm

w/coupon. Excluding special menus. Exp. 9/15/12

Aina Haina Chop Suey Aina Haina Shopping Center

373-1303 or 373-4632 find $5 coupon at onohawaii.com

36 pcs. (Inari 12 pcs/ Futomaki 24 pcs) One coupon per order. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 8/31/12

Moiliili 951-5696 (KOZO)

Keeaumoku by Wal-Mart 946-5696 (KOZO)

Pearlridge 483-6805

DINING OUT | AUGUST 19-25, 2012 |

WHERE TO DINE FINE DINING

Hy’s Steak House

Top of Waikiki

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

Bali Steak & Seafood Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321

ITALIAN Il Lupino

Plumeria Beach House The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Beach Level 5000 Kahala Ave. 739-8760

Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400

FRENCH

Chai’s Island Bistro

Brasserie Du Vin

Aloha Tower Market Pl. 585-0011

1115 Bethel St. 545-1115

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

Hoku’s

1006 Kapahulu Ave. 739-5000

1250 Kapiolani Blvd. 237-5429

Picnic on the Lanai

Voted Best Thai in Hawaii 15% OFF Take Out

Join Chef Russell Siu’s

Cooking Class

Coupon required. Not combinable with other offers. Expires 8/24/12

Cooking demonstrations are always a sell out! In fact, class will be held on two days! You will be served each course along with a wine pairing. Wednesday & Thursday Sept. 19 & 20 • 6:00pm

THAI CUISINE SERVING HAWAII SINCE 1977... Dinner 5:00pm - Closing

tel. 951-9355

2028 Kuhio Avenue

Vichyssoise Bay Scallop and Crab Meat Risotto Hatcho Miso Glazed Salmon with Pickled Maui Onions Tiramisu

Waimalu Shopping Plaza 98-1277 Kaahumanu St. (across from Safeway) 485-8883 Manoa Marketplace 2752 Woodlawn Drive 988-5923

Fine Dining Burgundy

Stage Restaurant

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Lobby Level 5000 Kahala Ave. 739-8760

Paesano Ristorante Italiano

Walking distance from all Waikiki Hotels

www.keosthaicuisine.com

All Things Soy with Song

Sept. 30th, 2012 • 6:30pm Served Family Style • $35++ BYOB • No Corkage Fee Reservations: marcy395@gmail.com “Best Singer will receive their Picnic 381-4114 on the House!” Kaka‘ako Kitchen Chef/Owner Ward Centre Russell Siu

~ ~

Check www.facebook.com/KakaakoKitchen for complete menu

$1 OFF Any Bread purchases over $4 Must present coupon • exp. 8/23/12

DAILY BREAD SPECIALS

OF TAX & 65 INCLUSIVE GRATUITY, PREPAID

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY

ON THE RISE

3660 Waialae Ave. • 737-1177 www.3660.com

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

“All Natural no added chemicals”

restaurantsuntory.com

Dear Hearts,

Ciabatta NOW O Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread EN MONDAP Sundried Tomato Cheesebread YS! Foccacia Derecco Walnut Raisin Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread Buckwheat Fig

988-4310

922-5511

2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

Mon-Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sunday 7:30am-3pm

Special Summer $40 5-Course Dinner$ Per Person

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DINNER BUFFET Including

It should take priority over having fun,

available Sun, Mon, & Tues Only

Buy one dinner entrée, receive 2nd entrée

Crab Legs , Mayonnaise Shrimp & Many More!

Remember... you only have one.

50% OFF

valid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad Expires 8/28/12.

Friday, Saturday & Sunday per $ person

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

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KAPOLEI MARKETPLACE 590 Farrington Hwy

692-9880

PRIVATES PARTIEfor

available ople 20-300 pdeetails Call for

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE WED

Only 17.95

Bryce “Saimin Jr.”

THUR

Because when it comes to your body and mind,

for 15 add’l wine parings

Robert Cazimero

Jerry Santos & Hula

SAT

Is more important than accumulating wealth.

FRI

Taking care of your health

Brothers Cazimero

Danny Couch

FREE VALET PARKING • www.chefchai.com • Call 585-0011

WHERE TO DINE JAPANESE

Romanos Macaroni Grill Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

Blue Hawaii Sushi 1140 Kuala St., Pearl City Across Wal-Mart 456-2128

Taormina-Sicilian Cuisine

Aina Haina 373-4033 Ala Moana 942-9102 Ewa Town Center 683-1003 Kaneohe 247-9595 Kapahulu 735-7700 Kapolei Commons 674-4227 Waiau 485-0227 Waikele Center 678-3180 Ward Center 591-5600

Z Pizza

Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066 Kailua 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

Kobe Japanese Steak House 1841 Ala Moana Blvd. 941-4444

Kozo Sushi Kahala Mall • 738-KOZO Keeaumoku • 946-KOZO Moiliili • 951-KOZO Pearlridge • 483-6805 Pearl City • 455-6805

Hinone Mizunone 1345 South King St. 942-4848

Genki Sushi

227 Lewers St. 926-5050

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

Osaka Ramen Pearl Kai Shopping Center 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy. B9 488-8836

Ichiriki Aiea 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222

Odoriko Japanese Restaurant

Honolulu 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299

2400 Koa Ave. 923-7368

EXPIRES 8/23/12

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $15.95 Complete Dinner

2-Choice Teishoku

New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm

$11.45 Complete Lunch

After 8pm,

Available 5:30–6:30pm

10% OFF

& after 10:30 p.m.

Not valid on Early Bird Specials or with any other special discounts

Sapporo & Kirin (large) $5.75 after 10:30pm

Regular Price Items

Must present coupon • Offer not valid with other specials/discounts

• Modern Izakaya • Sushi Bar

MON-SAT 5:30PM-12AM | SUN 5:30-11PM | TUE CLOSED | 1427 MAKALOA ST.

941-6891

SEAFOOD BUFFET

Friday & Saturday 5:30 – 9:30 pm For Reservations

RECEIVE A

August Specials

BOUNTY Y theof SEVEN SEAS AS AS

ONLY

Your choice:

99 • Oyster Sauce Chicken each

• Chinese Chicken Salad w/Cake Noodle

(Both available at Kahala location only)

• Crispy Gau Gee

4230 Waialae Ave. 737-7188 • 737-7288 Open daily 10am-9pm

ONLY

1221 S. King St. • 597-8088 Open Daily 10:30am-11pm

• Shrimp Canton

850

All Menu Items $9.99 or less!

739-8760

6 DISCOUNT

on a Second Dinner OR A $

3 DISCOUNT

when Dining Alone

Must present coupon (No take outs) Not valid with any other discount offers. Expires 8/31/12

2850 Paa St. (near Airport and 99 Ranch Market) 833-3728

947-2836

Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

THE KAHALA

HOTEL & RESORT www.kahalaresort.com

941-9112 915 Keeaumoku St. Open 7 days a week 11 am - 10 pm

Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary Join the

98-150 Kaonohi St. •• Tel: 486-5100

*Valid on actual birthday w/valid ID

Receive a FREE JJ’s Bistro Chocolate Pyramid dessert on your birthday!

*Menu and prices subject to change. *Dinner Menu Only.

KAMA‘AINA SPECIAL! LUNCH & DINNER

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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. Not valid on Holidays. Expires 8/31/12.

BIRTHDAY SPECIAL! FREE BIRTHDAY MEAL FOR ANY AGE With Family & Group

LUNCH & DINNER

20% OFF

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Ocean House in

— We are celebrating — Our 10th Anniversary

the whole month of August For a

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OCEAN FRONT DINING

WHERE TO DINE Restaurant Suntory

Sumo Ramen

Royal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr, 3rd Flr. 922-5511

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

Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe

Tanaka of Tokyo

Yakiniku LuLuRaRa

EAST, in Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Village 922-4233 CENTRAL, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza 922-4702 WEST, in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

915 Keeaumoku Street 941-9112

Yakiniku Million 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

1240 South King Street 591-1181

Yoshi

Sushi Company

1427 Makaloa St. 941-6891

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

Sekiyaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant & Delicatessen

KOREAN

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

Sushi King

PRESENTS

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$ 60

â&#x20AC;˘ (2) Big Shrimp & (2) Veg. Tempura â&#x20AC;˘ Chicken Katsu â&#x20AC;˘ Chicken, Beef or Pork Teriyaki â&#x20AC;˘ Miso Butterfish â&#x20AC;˘ Chicken Kagaage INCLUDES: MISO SOUP, TOFU, GYOZA, SALAD & TEA OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH

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â&#x20AC;˘ (3) Big Shrimp

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11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM â&#x20AC;˘ Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner

100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza)

536-3035

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(w/ purchase of a regular meal)

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with purchase purchase $ 00 with of of any any entreĂŠ entreĂŠ 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. 8/31/12.

88 Piikoi St., Honolulu 593-1200 â&#x20AC;˘ kissatencafe.com

Try Our Famous Saimin! Sakura Special

$18

Dinner Only

2012

2 choices: Sashimi, Tempura, Saikoro Steak, Teriyaki Chicken, Grilled Salmon

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955-1764 Open 24 Hours 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking

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(w/ purchase of a combo)

Must present coupon, Not combinable with other specials. Limit one coupon per person. Exp: 9/1/12

Try Our Spicy

TAN TAN RAMEN

Serving Hawaii for 77 Years!

2746 Kaimuki Ave

732-1656

SAKURA TERRACE JAPANESE CAFE

1240 South King Street | 591-1181 | www.sakuraterrace.com

10% OFF

Chocolate Brownies (Single Pack) PEARL KAI SHOPPING CENTER

98-199 KAMEHAMEHA HWY #B9 SUN - THUR 10:30A - 10:00P / FRI - SAT 10:30A - 10:30P

488-8836

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835 Keeaumoku St. #I-101 B 944-0088

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Wahooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fish Taco Kahala â&#x20AC;˘ 4614 Kilauea Ave. 732-9229 Ward â&#x20AC;˘ 940 Auahi St. 591-1646

Red House In Honolulu

2700 S. King St. 947-2836

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MEXICAN

Coupon required. Expires 8/24/12.

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) | OPEN Mon - Fri 6AM - 1PM www.larrysbakery.com or find us on Sat 6AM - 12PM

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www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

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WHERE TO DINE OKAZUYA

PACIFIC RIM

SWEETS

SEAFOOD Crab City

Ice Forest

Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering

3660 on the Rise

2710 S. King St. 946-2073

3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

3441 Waialae Ave. 780-3115 626-5368

The Ocean House Restaurant

SHOR American Seafood Grill

Nuuanu Okazuya

2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel 923-2277

1351 Nuuanu Ave. 533-6169

OKINAWAN

Keo’s Thai Cuisine

2028 Kuhio Ave. 951-9355

SHABU SHABU

Adega Portuguese

Kapalama Shopping Center 1210 Dillingham Blvd # 8 841-8535

THAI

Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach 2424 Kalakaua Ave. 923-1234 ext. 59

PORTUGUESE

New Violet’s Grill

202 Merchant Street 383-1824

VIETNAMESE

Shabu Shabu House

1138 Smith Street 566-5909

Pho My Lien

1221 Kapiolani Blvd 597-1655

98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900

FREE CRISPY NOODLE APPETIZER with any entree purchase.

*Expires 9/30/12. One coupon per table. Not valid with any other coupon. Must show coupon. telephone: 942.8194 1960 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 109, Honolulu, HI 96826 open daily 11:00 a.m. - 10:15 p.m. www.phuketthaihawaii.com www.mccullysc.com • Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana Street

Over sixtty toop chefs REQUEST YOUR PRESENCE . Experience the gastronomic geenius of Roy Yamaguchi, Alan Wong, Hubert Kellerr, Tetsuya Wakuda, Nobu Matsuhisa, François Payard, Masaharu Morimoto and dozens more at the Second Annual Hawai ‘i Food & Wine Festival September 6 - 9, 2012.

Chaai Chaowasaree

Vikram Garg

Robert Irvine

Hubert Keller

Ed Kenneyy

Edward Kw won

Chai’s Island Bistro and Singha Thai Cuisine, Honolulu, HI

Halekulani, Honolulu, HI

Food Network’s “ Restaurant Impossible”

Fleur de Lys, San Francisco, CA

Tow o n and Downtown, Honolulu, HI

LAB XXIV V, Gastronomy by Edward Kwon, ‘ TMOthe Mixed One’, Korea

Jacquelline Lau

Nobu Matsuhisa

George Mavr v othalassitis

Masaharu Morimoto

François Payard

Michel Richard

Roy’s Restaurants, Honolulu, HI

Nobu, Hawai‘i and World dwide

Chef Mavro, Honolulu, HI

Morimoto, Hawai‘i and Worldwide

François Payard Bakery, NC and Payard, Las Vegas, NV

Michel Richard Citronelle, Michel Richard Central, NW, Washington, D.C.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW! September 6-9, 2012 Purchase your tickets online at:

hawaiifoodandwinefestival.com Hawai ‘i Food & Wine Festival is a benefit for the Hawai ‘i Agricultural Foundation, Culinaary Institute of the Pacific, Leeward Community College Culinary Arts Program, Paepae o He‘eia, Papahana Kuoloa. Participants must be 21 years or older. Government-issued identification will be required upon entry.

Hiroyuk ki Sakai

Ming Tssai

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Alan Wong

Roy Yam a aguchi

Sang Yoon

La Rochellee, Jaapan

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Tetsuya’s, Australia & Singapore

Alan Won o g’s, Honolulu, HI

Roy’s Restaurants, Hawai‘i and Worldwide

Lukshon, Father’s Oﬃce, Culver Cityy, CA

DINING OUT | AUGUST 19-25, 2012 |

orderoftheday

BOWLED OVER WITH FLAVOR AT OSAKA RAMEN STORY BY KYLE GALDEIRA t PHOTOS BY LAWRENCE TABUDLO

Spicy Tan Tan Ramen ($7.50)

Cold Noodle ($7.25)

Salt and Pepper Shrimp (two week introductory Dining Out special $7.50)

OSAKA RAMEN

ductory offer for loyal Dining “The Miso Ramen is or nearly a year, Osaka Ramen has attracted WHERE: 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy., #B9, Aiea Out readers, the new dish is priced very reasonably, and diners from around the island with its quality CALL: 488.8836 available through the next two it’s a very popular dish,” cuisine that is made fresh, served in large porHOURS: Open daily, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. weeks for just $7.50. Huang says. tions and priced to match any budget. With The new shrimp dish, as Osaka Ramen also is hearty ramen dishes, superb combination well as tasty appetizers — known for its combination plates and tasty appetizers all available for including Gyoza ($3.50 for six pieces), Spicy dishes, including Mochiko Curry Combo ($9.25) well under $10 each, owners Michelle Huang and Chicken Wings ($3.50 for four pieces), Deep Fried that, like all available curry combos, includes miso Zhen Wei Lin offer up tasty selections at an incredWhole Garlic ($2.95) and the Spicy Menma ($3.50) ramen soup, gyoza and fried rice. Chicken Katsu ible value. — provide a perfect complement to Osaka Ramen’s Ramen ($8.95), as well as other ramen combos, The eatery is located at Pearl Kai Shopping nightly Happy Hour Special. From 5 p.m. also include fried rice and four pieces of gyoza. Center in Aiea, and accommodates up to 52 people to closing every evening, all 12-ounce And, as the summer days continue to heat up, — making it an ideal destination for a relaxing bottled beers are on special for just $2 Huang also recommends Cold Noodle ($7.25) meal, pau hana snack or family get-together. each. as a “perfect dish to cool you Spicy Tan Tan Ramen ($7.50, $9.75 with a gyoza “The gyoza is very popular; we make down on a hot day.” The set) is a customer favorite, offering a it fresh in the morning for lunch, and offering includes a bed of sesame-flavored broth containing spicy again in the afternoon before cold ramen noodles with pork, cucumber, bamboo shoots and a dinner,” explains Huang. a tangy sesame sauce as “secret” ingredient that ties all the bold “You can taste the fresh well as pork, bean sprouts, flavors together with each bite. vegetables in every bite.” crisp cucumber, egg and red Tonkotsu Ramen ($7.25) is another Planning a party or speginger. popular soup dish, as it is “cooked a cial event? Osaka Ramen In honor of the restaulong time,” allowing the flavors that Gyoza ($3.50, six can help with a variety of rant’s first anniversary emanate from the sliced char siu pork, pieces) party platters starting at next week, Osaka bean sprouts, garlic, egg and corn to sim$19.99 with choices of Ramen now serves mer together. Miso Ramen ($6.50) repreChicken Katsu, Spicy Salt and Pepper Shrimp sents one of the menu’s best values, with a light but Chicken Wings, Fried Noodles ($9.50), which features a flavorful broth that pairs perfectly with the compleand more. sweet garlic flavor and is prementary fresh chili garlic (available on each table) sented on a bed of char siu that diners are encouraged to add to any item for an fried rice. And, as a special introextra kick of flavor. Owners Michelle Huang and Zhen Wei Lin

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