Hawaii Dining Out September 2, 2012 by Oahu Publications, Inc

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Counter helper Kaitlynn Ebisutani, chef/manager Johnathan Mosley and owner Mark Kitagawa with a handful of Nuuanu Okazuyaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s signature items, including Stuffed Bittermelon, Daily Bento, Boiled Egg Fishcake, Konbu Maki and Furikake Chicken Katsu.

Diners always feel right at home at Nuuanu Okazuya, thanks to its mouth-watering portions of home-cooked okazu favorites. See Page 4 | Leah Friel photo

ALSO: Yowzah! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s yuzu | 2

Oodles of buckwheat noodles at Million | 13 Wailana gears up for Aloha Week festivities | 19

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ehind every great dish is that one secret ingredient that tickles your taste buds and takes you by surprise. This week, I decided why not spice things up with yuzu, the surefire ingredient that adds some zest to life. For those unfamiliar with yuzu, it’s a citrus fruit and plant originating in East Asia. The fruit (although rarely eaten as a fruit) resembles a tiny grapefruit with uneven skin, and you can’t miss its distinctly refreshing aroma. I’ve recently become a fan of yuzu and have grown fond of its tart flavor that makes you wanna say “Wow!” Here at the following Ono, You Know establishments, you’ll see exactly how yuzu is incorporated into beautiful culinary works of art. It’s an essential ingredient in ponzu, a citrus-based sauce, and is even utilized in alcoholic drinks, giving off a bit of a bite. Yuzu will take any meal to a whole new level!

Yoshi Japanese Dining & Bar

It's 5:30 p.m. on a Wednesday. Yoshi Japanese Dining & Bar just opened its doors for the evening, and the place is already filling up with eager patrons who can’t wait to sink their teeth into authentically eclectic Japanese fare. “Do you have reservations?” a server asks a walk-in customer. “If not, you’ll have to sit at the bar because all the tables are reserved.” This alone tells me that this contemporary dining establishment has to be good, as it’s drawing in diners by the dozens. 2 | D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 2

-licious By Alana Folen | Photos by Leah Friel

Originally known as Yakitori Yoshi, this Makaloa Street restaurant revamped its menu from specializing in yakitori dishes to offering sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki options, as well as a versatile full bar. And if you’re yearning for yuzu, Yoshi’s Yuzu Kosho Chicken ($10, a la carte) will make you say yum! “Out of all our chicken items this is the most popular by far. It’s a bit on the spicy

side because of the yuzu citrus, and it’s also mixed with black pepper,” says server Jarred Yuen. This masterpiece boasts boneless morsels of locally raised chicken seasoned and grilled to perfection on the teppanyaki grill. The chicken skin is cooked to a crisp, while the meat is left soft, tender and juicy. According to Yuen, the meat is flavored with a dash of yuzu sauce, but the majority of the sauce is left on the side for dipping. “It’s kind of like a lemon chicken, only more flavorful,” he explains. “Yuzu is growing in popularity and nowadays you’ll often find it used in Japanese cooking.” So, turn up the heat and bring on the tang with Yoshi’s Yuzu Kosho Chicken, also available as part of the restaurant’s teishoku set menu ($25), which comes with two items, soup, salad and rice. Yoshi Japanese Dining & Bar 1427 Makaloa St. 941.6891

Blue Hawaii Sushi Bar & Restaurant Blue Hawaii Sushi in Pearl City is making a splash this summer with its alluring spread of tasty eats with local flair. Emerson Ribao serves as management partner with restaurant owners Walden and – See page 18

Above: The editor loves Yoshi’s Yuzu Kosho Chicken ($10, a la carte) Lawrence Tabudlo photo Left: Blue Hawaii Sushi’s Steak Morsels ($12.95)

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Counter helper Kaitlynn Ebisutani, chef/manager Johnathan Mosley and owner Mark Kitagawa with a handful of Nuuanu Okazuya’s signature items, including Stuffed Bittermelon, Daily Bento, Boiled Egg Fishcake, Konbu Maki and Furikake Chicken Katsu.

Diners always feel right at home at Nuuanu Okazuya, thanks to its mouth-watering portions of home-cooked okazu favorites. See Page 4 | Leah Friel photo

ALSO: Yowzah! It’s yuzu | 2

Oodles of buckwheat noodles at Million | 13 Wailana gears up for Aloha Week festivities | 19

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you’re a longtime patron of Nuuanu Okazuya, you feel right at home once you step through the door. Owner Mark Kitagawa, chef/manager Johnathan Mosley and the rest of the staff know you on a first-name basis, are familiar with your favorite dishes and treat you like family. Now, if you have yet to experience the outstanding cuisine and premier customer service at this okazuya, what are you waiting for? Located on Nuuanu Avenue, Nuuanu Okazuya is a small “hole-in-the-wall” shop that offers all the okazu (side dishes) you’ve ever dreamed of. “Okazuyas are very unique to Hawaii. Okazu means side dish and ya means shop,” Mosley explains. “Okazuyas specialize in side dishes that pair well with rice, so I’m always thinking of what goes well with rice or noodles.” And believe us, Dining Out lives for okazu goodness! Nuuanu Okazuya never disappoints as there’s a multitude of items to choose from, all exuding abundant home-cooked flavors. We recently caught up with Kitagawa and Mosley before the lunch rush arrived to get a glimpse and taste of all that is Nuuanu Okazuya. DO: Nuuanu Okazuya is thriving with business. Looking back in time, how did this favorite local eatery get its start? Kitagawa: The opportunity came around when the original owners, the Nagamine family, were looking for someone to take over the establishment because they had already been in business for more than 30 years. I saw a decline in the

number of okazuyas while growing up, so I wanted to keep the tradition alive. DO: Obviously the okazu tradition is alive and well here. What is your business philosophy? Kitagawa: We try to constantly add new items to the menu. I think we have the largest selection of okazu items in Honolulu. For a small shop like this, what comes out of the kitchen is unbelievable. Everything is made fresh in our kitchen, nothing is brought in.

DO: Known for its variety of traditional Japanese, Okinawan and local fare, there's something for just about everyone at Nuuanu Okazuya. Correct? Kitagawa: Yes, we offer 70 to 100 different items a day. Popular ones include Furikake Chicken Katsu, Nishime, Kinpira Gobo, Chow Fun, Fried Saimin and Shoyu Chicken. What makes our Furikake Chicken ($3.50 per piece) so special is the secret sauce that we use. Other best-selling items include Konbu Maki ($2.25 each), which features pork and gobo wrapped in konbu (seaweed) and tied together with kanpyo. Another popular dish is Stuffed Bittermelon ($2.25 each), stuffed with pork hash and boiled in

a special flavored sauce. Squash with Chicken and Tofu ($1.80 per serving) is quite popular with our longtime customers. We use a long squash or Chinese squash, and stuff it with chicken and tofu cubes. DO: You folks also specialize in an assortment of fishcakes. What is the No. 1 choice among customers? Kitagawa: Our most popular fishcake is Boiled Egg Fishcake ($1.35 each). It features a boiled egg wrapped with fishcake, coated with panko and then deep-fried.

DO: Is there a particular item you offer here that not too many patrons are aware of? Kitagawa: Yes, that would be our Daily Bento ($5.73). It’s one of those things that not everyone knows about, but for those who know we have it, it sells out rather quickly. You can’t go wrong with this bento. It consists of a bed of rice topped with Furikake Chicken, Spam, Egg Omelette, Big Island 5 Portuguese Sausage, Fish (ahi or mahi, or salmon), Kabocha looked like a yin-yang pancake. Whatever I’m Pumpkin or Gobo. cooking at the time, I’m always thinking of DO: Johnathan Mosley ways to make it different and add a twist to it serves as manager and chef at — by making it more flavorful or presenting it Nuuanu Okazuya. How did in a different way. You never know what you the partnership between you will get here. I recently did seven different types of eggplant — we had spicy, extra spicy, two come about? Mosley: I got my start at marinated eggplant, grilled eggplant, etc. Nuuanu Okazuya because DO: What is a new item on the menu that Mark needed some help in the kitchen, so he asked me to is doing well? Kitagawa: One of our newest items is help out, and the next thing you know I’m the chef. I have Grilled Spicy Tofu ($1.50 each). We grill it no formal culinary training, I and sprinkle it with Cayenne pepper, then we just have a knack for cooking. season it with a habanero-based soy. It’s deliI’ve been cooking since I was cious! John also has a knack for making different types of andagi and has created more 5 years old. It’s a passion. than 100 different types of flavors. We don’t DO: Chef Johnathan, have all the flavors available every day, but you’re always changing you can pre-order if you like. Our newest flathings up and offering some- vor is Caramel Pecan. thing new for your cusDO: The andagi assortment is really quite tomers. Where do you find impressive! The possibilities are endless, your inspiration? Mosley: I’ll constantly wouldn’t you agree? Kitagawa: Yes. Traditional andagi (35 cents think of new ways of preparing items. For instance, we each) is very popular as well as Andadogs (a have a kabocha pancake that I hot dog wrapped in andagi, $1 each). John created on a whim and we keeps on inventing new flavors and now does a decided to incorporate it with terrific peach cobbler andagi (most flavored a sweet potato pancake, so it andagi is priced at 75 cents each).

1. Daily Bento ($5.73) 2. Grilled Spicy Tofu ($1.50 each) 3. Boiled Egg Fishcake ($1.35 each) 4. Konbu Maki ($2.25 each) 5. Squash with Chicken and Tofu ($1.80 per serving)

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itting inside JJ Bistro & French Pastry on Waialae Avenue, one gets a glimpse of owner JJ Luangkhotâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision of a New York-style French/Laotian eatery â&#x20AC;&#x201D; just in a better climate. The brightly lit bistro is open and comfortable, and provides a continuous view of the always active Kaimuki neighborhood that has grown to become one of the Islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hot spots for dining and slightly out of the ordinary shopping. JJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fits right in to the eclectic mix. From pupus to deserts, JJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specializes in light fare that mixes Asian flavors with French techniques and plating to create dishes that look as good as they taste. Such is the brand new Shrimp Kataife ($7.95). Fresh shrimp is lightly sauteed with sweet chili and served on beds of baked phyllo dough, which provides a crunchy base for the sweet shrimp. The colorful dish is then accented with a sweet chili and an avocado dipping sauce to provide even more flaA vor options. Another new option is Baked Scallops on the Half Shell ($7.95). Tender raw scallops are topped with a JJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special mayo, chili and mozzarella cheese sauce, and baked until the edges are golden brown. Few things are more French than pate and JJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Parisian ($7.95) would satisfy any Francophile. The duck mousse is mixed with truffles and port wine to create a creamy spread that goes, oh, so well with the fresh French bread and small side salad that comes with the dish. A port-wine gelatin adds extra flavor and texture when dropped on top. Baked Lobster Avocado ($7.95) has been a longtime customer favorite. Lobster is placed on French bread, topped with the Chef's Special Sauce and mozzarella cheese, and baked. The mayo, chili and

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cakes from JJ Bistro & French Pastry in Kaimuki. Open for about eight years, Makino Chaya is known for its great value, taste and familyfriendly environment. Lunch is priced at $14.98 from Monday through Friday and $18.98 on Saturday and Sunday. Dinner costs $31.98 from Monday through Thursday and $32.98 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. For children age 7 and under, the price goes by their height (under 3 feet is free, between 3 and 4 feet is 75 percent off, and more than 4 feet is 50 percent off). Lunch buffet offerings are slightly different from dinner, as is the weekend lunch buffet from the weekday lunch. For example, snow crab legs are offered only during dinner and weekend lunch; Maine lobster and garlic shrimp are available only for dinner. For those on the go, Makino Chaya offers a takeout bento that comes with two pieces of California roll, one inari, one shrimp egg roll, one shrimp tempura, nishime, seaweed or mac salad, and a choice of butterfish, Teppanyaki Steak | Lawrence Tabudlo photos salmon or barbecue

raving seafood and a lot of it? Then you’ll want to head down to Makino Chaya in Aiea where you can indulge in all the Canadian snow crab and Maine lobster you want without spending a fortune. There also is an endless selection of local favorites, such as teppanyaki steak, sashimi, sushi, shrimp tempura, steamed fish, garlic shrimp and more. And be sure to save some room for dessert, including made-to-order crepes, a chocolate fountain, fresh fruits and newly added

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chicken for $4.98. There also is a second bento option with two pieces of California roll, one inari, one shrimp egg roll, nishime, seaweed or mac salad, and a choice of garlic ahi, chicken katsu or crab meat salad.

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A limited amount of bentos are made each day and available from 11 a.m. The bentos sell out fast, but you can reserve yours by calling a day in advance. It’s also a great option for school field trips, sports games, parties, lunch meetings, etc. The restaurant also regularly offers some sweet deals. If it’s your birthday you get a famous Chocolate Pyramid dessert from JJ Bistro & French Pastry. Come Sept. 11, the restaurant is honor-

ing all active and retired military with a 25 percent discount off lunch and dinner. Also look for Makino Chaya’s weekly ad in TGIF and here in Dining Out, and take advantage of the coupons found on Page 20. Located in Westridge Shopping Center (next to Kamehameha Swap Meet and across from Bed Bath & Beyond), the restaurant seats about 300 people, and there’s plenty of free parking.

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Who or what inspires you as a chef/manager/owner? In the beginning, it was more like I needed a job to support myself through high school and college. My brother asked me to help out with a project on Kauai, so that was how I opened my first restaurant. We were so busy we barely had time to take a day off for a year-and-a-half! I knew I wanted to work with food and be in the restaurant industry, and I always knew I wanted to come back to Oahu, but first I went to California to experience more types of cuisine, especially Northern Chinese cooking. With Asian Mix, I thought it would be nice to open a place that was fast and affordable, but offered quality cooking. I like seeing my regular customers who come in a few times a week. It’s important to me to be able to provide them with a nice dinner that is convenient and quick with the best prices in town.

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Name Daniel Leung Title Owner of Asian Mix Training/education Worked in restaurants throughout high school and college, and opened my first restaurant at age 23

If you could serve food to a celebrity, who would it be and why? What dish would you serve? Clint Eastwood. He is one of my favorite actors. I would serve him tofu and vegetables with bok choy, choi sum, and carrots, cooked in a light oyster sauce, plus a little steamed rice. It’s very healthy. What is your favorite dish on the menu? Why? My favorites are House Fried Rice and Shrimp with Walnuts. We don’t put soy sauce in the fried rice — its flavor comes from shrimp and chopped up Virginia ham, a salty ham that gives it a lot of taste. Shrimp with Walnuts

has a sauce made from mayonnaise, balanced with some lemon and a little sweetness. The walnuts are deepfried and honey glazed, so they’re really crunchy and sweet. Is there a dish that you create that’s not on your menu, but available upon request? We like to be flexible and make our customers happy by taking special requests. Since we can make dishes to order, if we have the ingredients and the customer can describe what they want, we’ll make it. It’s all about building relationships with new and regular customers, and we’re happy when they keep visiting us!

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Servers Kanani Adams and Stacie Mita Ahi Katsu ($6.95)

iners at Ichiriki Japanese Nabe Restaurant need not worry about being scolded for sharing food with fellow diners. In fact, to the delight of the many soup seekers who flock to the eatery, they’re encouraged to do so.

Ichiriki specializes in the interactive eating adventure known as hot pot cooking, and it’s based centrally in both Aiea and Honolulu. Nabe is a Japanese term for hot pot cooking, referring to all sorts of dishes cooked in “one pot.” According to East Asian cultural beliefs, eating from one pot allows diners to grow closer and form long-lasting relationships. “The hot pot itself is meant for families,” says managing partner Masaki Sasada. “In Japan, it brings people together — sticking chopsticks in and sharing the broth brings families, friends and guests closer. It’s a very family-friendly restaurant. We cater to everyone from kids to seniors, all ranges of ages.” Mushroom Medley ($6.95) is a popular pupu offering, as the dish

features a butter shoyu flavor that envelopes seasonal mushrooms that deliver both taste and freshness. Additionally, Ahi Katsu ($6.95) has drawn rave reviews from customers who come back for the fresh fish that is prepared daily and is never frozen. Curry Nabe ($21.95) serves as one of Ichiriki’s flagship entrees, as the flavorful broth is served with a platter of fresh vegetables, chicken and pork. Like other main courses on the menu, diners also receive a bowl of rice and noodles — which also are perfect complements to the delicious broth. “We have many different types of soups, ranging from shoyu to miso, and mild to spicy,” says Sasada. “Depending on what diners prefer, we can cater to that. Personally, I

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don’t really like things too spicy, so I prefer the miso. The best thing about our restaurant is that after you’re done eating the ingredients in the soup, you get to drink it afterward. Our soups are original, too — some of the flavors we feature, you can’t find them anywhere else on the island.” For those looking to spice it up, Angry Goma ($22.95) has it all. “It’s really good if you like spicy food,” says Sasada of the sesame-flavored broth that also includes a platter full of beef, pork, seafood and vegetables — not to mention extra jalapeno or habanero peppers if one is so inclined to add them. Another specialty available at Ichiriki is Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu ($28.95 for 5 ounces, $37.95 for 9 ounces). Diners are greeted by a hearty platter of the thinly sliced Rib-Eye steak that can be cooked to their liking in the hot pot, and dipped in the included ponzu or goma “sesame” sauces. And after the meal, Sasada recommends Ujikintoki ($4.95), a green tea shave ice on a bed of mochi balls or ice cream and topped with azuki beans. The refreshing dessert provides a nice counter to the hot pot cooking, and blends flavor and sweetness without overpowering eaters’ taste buds. Ichiriki also offers a host of special deals, including “Early Bird” specials available from 4 to 6 p.m., Monday

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through Thursday, as well as “Late Night” specials that are served from 9:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday. “You’ve got to come in and check it out for yourself,” Sasada says. “We focus a lot on customer service, and we treat you like family. We get a lot of positive comments about that. And, the food is excellent. You can’t ask for anything more than that.” D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 2 | 1 1

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verybody knows Sam Choy — the renowned chef and his bambucha portions of local-style food at Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch and Crab are legendary here in the Islands. Now, don’t get all crabby, vegetarians. There’s more than crustaceans to dive into at Sam Choy’s BLC. So clam up, grab a Big Aloha brew and chill out, because the veggies are on the grill. Grilled Vegetable Platter ($19.95) features oven-roasted

portobello mushroom and tofu along with grilled asparagus, peppers and onions topped with a truffleyaki sauce made with soy sauce and truffle oil, which adds sophistication as well as flavor to the dish. So you get your protein from the tofu and meaty texture from the portobello while savoring those delicious, nutritious grilled vegetables. Sam Choy’s BLC also offers a variety of “Ono Kine Pupus” for

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starters, and it’s not all poke and shrimp. Vegetarians can enjoy Seasoned Edamame with spicy soy sauce ($6.95) or Golden Tempura Battered Mushrooms with sweet chili oil ($9.95). And if you arrive during happy hour (56:30 p.m.), you can savor these appetizers at a reduced price. So, go ahead, break out of your

HOURS Breakfast and lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 5-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 5-10 p.m.

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t’s time to dive into the healthy and nutrient-rich pool of buckwheat or soba noodles. It has been a common dish in Japan for centuries, and is recently beginning to rise in popularity in the U.S. both for its great taste and welcome addition to a healthy diet. With texture and composite similarities to spaghetti, buckwheat noodles are gluten-free, help lower cholesterol, control blood sugar, contain healthy and low-fattening calories, and contribute to a high-antioxidant diet. Some buckwheat dishes are better served cold, while others have flavors and ingredients that blend well in a hot broth. Million Restaurant on

MILLION RESTAURANT WHERE 626 Sheridan St., Honolulu CALL 596.0799 HOURS Open Daily, Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

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Sheridan Street has been ahead of the trend for years now. Its buckwheat “black” noodle is featured in many of its noodle dishes including Cucumber Buckwheat Noodle and Cold Buckwheat Noodle selections. Cold Buckwheat Noodle pairs apple, cucumber, turnips, sliced beef brisket and egg with black noodle. Cucumber Buckwheat Noodle is a fairly simple dish, which features cucumber and egg in Million’s lightly spiced marinade. Million also serves a Spicy Buckwheat Noodle. A continued special, buckwheat noodle dishes are now priced at $4.95 for lunch between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and $8.95 until closing.

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eatthis

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ew flames are rising at Hy’s Steak House, where the smoky scent of Kiawe wood flows from the restaurant’s custom broiler onto each plate of beautifully grilled meat and seafood, giving patrons a taste of something truly extraordinary. The establishment has been at the forefront of fine dining in Waikiki for the past 35 years, and its ability to reinvent itself while remaining a traditional steak house has kept it in a league of its own. Executive chef Erwin Manzano joined the team in early August, but he’s no stranger to the eatery. “I was here back in 1988. I started as a dishwasher and our previous chef promoted me to sous chef. I was here for 15 years,” he says. In 2003, Manzano left the restaurant to pursue other culinary endeavors before returning to Hy’s last month. “I’m happy to come back. It’s like coming back home to where I came from — where it all started.” According to vice president and general manager Bob Panter, Manzano’s cooking offers a breath of fresh air with its body of sophisticated

flavors that keep unraveling. “It’s been great so far; he made an ossobuco special that was really popular and sold out last week,” says Panter. The chef will continue to roll out enticing specials, starting with his latest debut — Filet Mignon with Chimichurri Sauce ($44.95). Your knees will go weak for Manzano’s fantastically fresh chimichurri sauce, which complements any piece of meat.

WHERE Waikiki Park Heights 2440 Kuhio Ave., Honolulu CALL 922.5555 HOURS Monday-Friday, 6-10 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 5:30-10 p.m. NOTES Reservations are highly recommended. Valet parking, gratuity only. Proper attire is required (no tank tops, baseball caps or swimwear; collared shirts preferred for men). WEBSITE hyshawaii.com

2752 Woodlawn Drive

98-1277 Kaahumanu St. (across from Safeway)

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HY’S STEAK HOUSE

MANOA 988-5923

WAIMALU 485-8883

Filet Mignon with Chimichurri Sauce ($44.95) Arugula Prosciutto Salad ($12.95)

“It’s an Argentinian kind of sauce,” says Panter when describing the bright green burst of parsley, mint, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar and more. “It’s such a versatile sauce because you can top anything with it,” adds Manzano. On nights when the chef has prepared it, patrons may request his chimichurri sauce with any of the restaurant’s prime cuts. Manzano also is excited to present his Arugula Prosciutto Salad ($12.95), made with fresh greens, cherry toma-

toes and radishes that add to each wonderfully salted bite of prosciutto. The delicate salad is drizzled with a fresh white wine vinaigrette. “(Bob and I) had some ideas for a salad,” says Manzano. “I tweaked it here and there. It was actually Bobby’s idea to add the arugula, he loves it. So I made it just for him,” he says with a laugh. While regulars will undoubtedly fall in love with the chef’s new creations, they also will continue to return to their favorite steak house for those recipes they’ve always adored. Diners may still enjoy such classics as Lobster Bisque, and New England Clam Chowder is making a brilliant comeback after being on a menu hiatus. One bite of Hy’s distinguished flavors and this steak house will most certainly be your new flame.

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eafood-boiler restaurants have finally made their way to Hawaii, and Crab City is bringing in droves of customers through its doors with fresh catches and friendly service. Dining Out caught up with Paul Martin and Lorren Loo for lunch one afternoon at the newly opened Crab City on Waialae Avenue. The duo ordered Lobster ($15.99), King Crab ($25.99) and Snow Crab ($16.99) to share for the main meats, and also ordered Corn Chowder ($3.50), Corn (75 cents), Bread ($1.50) and Sweet Potato Fries ($5.99) to complement their meal. Keep in mind, Dining Out readers, that the

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seafood is based on the market price. Paul Martin: “It’s really good. Hawaii needed a place like this. There’s a lot of good things about the restaurant. There was no wait today, the service is fast, the décor is simple but nice, and the food is tasty. The one thing that stands out is how fresh everything is.” Lorren Loo: “It’s our first time. One of my girlfriends said that it was really good. We ate this kind of food when we lived in Miami for four years. The efficiency here is great. We didn’t have to wait long.”

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Paul Martin and Lorren Loo dine in at Crab City.

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Red House 835 Keeaumoku St. #I-101B, Honolulu 944.0088

with Christina O’Connor

Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-midnight

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ed House in Honolulu is known for its seemingly endless ability to create bold, new menu items. Servers can often be seen roaming the restaurant with trays of their newest creations to give out as samples before they are officially added to the menu. When asked where he gets his ideas, chef and owner Justin Chun simply points to his head and smiles. Apparently the source of the restaurant’s roving menu is Chun’s own ingenuity.

Servers Troy Chong and Michelle Ko with Red House Wrap with Bulgogi ($9.99) and Pizza Tonkatsu ($14.99) Chun had lived in Korea, Thailand and L.A. before coming to the Islands. In each of these places, he worked in various restaurants, learning how to make different types of food and perfecting his cross-cultural cuisine. “I am trying to make a fusion of all of these foods, and make something out of the ordinary,” Chun explains. “I try to make food that people might not try anywhere else.” Right now, Chun is in the process of cooking up something special. It’s still in the works, but he hinted that a Koreaninspired pasta dish may be making an appearance soon. 1

rom the moment you walk into Red House in Honolulu on Keeaumoku Street, it’s clear that you are in for something different. From the hip décor to the walllength screen playing K-pop music videos, Red House certainly has a one-of-a-kind look and feel — a quality that extends to the food itself, too. With its cuisine, the restaurant seems to transcend any concrete label. “It’s like a new generation of Korean food — more like a fusion,” owner and chef Justin Chun says. “It's Korean food, but not in the traditional way … We try to make it different here.” To taste that difference, Pizza

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Tonkatsu ($14.99) is a good place to start. The dish features a pork cutlet with vegetable toppings — all bathed in gravy — and is served with rice. “People love the Pizza Tonkatsu,” Chun says. “One thing that they really like is that it’s so big. It is one of our most popular dishes.” Another popular option is Red House’s selection of Topokki dishes, such as Red House Topokki ($11.99), which has a rice cake with spicy sauce. You also can add cheese, egg, mandoo or Korean sausage for an additional cost. Another tasty dish is Korean Spicy Tofu Jjige ($11.99), which comes with shrimp and a variety of other seafood. And for a perfect complement to any meal, try starters including Red

1 Pizza Tonkatsu ($14.99) 2 Korean Spicy Tofu Jjige ($11.99) 2

Lawrence Tabudlo photos

chewonthis

By Alana Folen

ool happenings are taking place in downtown Honolulu with the addition of Ice Forest to Hawaii’s dining scene. Owner Andrew Huang opened the doors to this winter wonderland on Merchant Street earlier this year, and has been serving up an assortment of Taiwanese-style shave ice with a local flair. “What sets us apart is that we make everything fresh, from the mochi balls to the azuki beans; we even use local taro,” says Huang, noting that highly requested menu items are Original Custard with Mochi Balls Shave Ice ($5) and Rainbow Shave Ice with Mochi Balls, Ice Cream and Condensed Double-Custard (original and coffee flavored), Milk ($5), among others. Mochi Balls with Condensed Milk ($6) | Leah Friel photo Ice Forest’s signature shave ice Double-Custard, Mochi Balls ($6) has been sweeting up the summer heat as well. It features a mountain of the finest shave ice topped with your choice of flavor(s), original custard, coffee custard and condensed milk.

House Wrap ($9.99), which comes with your choice of bulgogi or chicken, or Fried Rice Cake ($5.99), which is a deep-fried rice cake with Korean sweet chili sauce. And there is another important thing that customers will notice upon entering the restaurant: The customer service is impeccable. “We serve our customers with extra care,” Chun states. In accordance with its customer care, customer feedback is crucial to the restaurant’s menu. “Before we put 4 in a new menu item, when people come in to eat, we give them a sample of the dish to try,” Chun says. “We ask them to critique how it tastes, and we get their opinion on how we can change it around if we need to.”

3 Red House Wrap with Bulgogi ($9.99) 4 Fried Rice Cake ($5.99)

“We don’t use any preservatives or artificial flavoring; our custards are made from scratch every day. This is a twist on your typical shave ice,” Huang explains of this decadent treat. Shave Ice with Taro, Mochi Balls and Condensed Milk has made fans out of taro lovers as it’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Choose to top it off with milk or up to two shave ice flavors. “You also can design your own shave ice, which a lot of people like to do,” he adds. Street parking is available on Merchant Street and at the open lot near the U.S. Post Office a block away. Now open daily, Ice Forest is the perfect place to chill out.

“We make new dishes all the time for people to try,” he adds. These sample periods are never announced, however, so you’ll just have to keep frequenting Red House and hope to get lucky. “We go on what the customers want, and we always want new ideas from people,” Chun says. Contact Christina O’Connor at diningout@staradvertiser.com

ICE FOREST WHERE 202 Merchant St., Honolulu CALL 383.1824 HOURS Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, 12:30-4:30 p.m.

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1 2 1 Yoshi’s Yuzu Kosho Chicken ($10 a la carte) (Lawrence Tabudlo photo) 2 Hukilau chef Zach Inouye 3 Hukilau’s Shrimp and Shiitake Mushroom Potstickers ($7 during happy hour, $9 for dinner) and Raspberry Yuzu Martini ($7) 4 Yoshi offers a chic and contemporary dining atmosphere. (Lawrence Tabudlo photo) 3 Blue Hawaii Sushi’s Shiromi Sashimi ($8) and Shiromi Nigiri ($6) with ponzu sauce

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Jazmin Butay, and says that Blue Hawaii Sushi combines the best of both worlds by blending genuine Japanese cuisine with Pacific Rim specialties. Open daily, here you’ll find everything from Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Loco Moco, Blue Hawaii Salad and so much more. Now, shedding its own light on the yuzu scene, Blue Hawaii heightens its cuisine with its homemade ponzu sauce, which is comprised primarily of yuzu, soy sauce, a dab of sake and mirin. “Our ponzu sauce pairs well with just about everything,” Ribao states, “meat, sushi, seafood … anything! Soft Shell Crab with Ponzu Sauce ($7.95) is a great pupu option.” Shiromi Nigiri ($6) and Shiromi Sashimi ($8) are two other delectable items from the sushi bar featuring smooth and ono pieces of snapper paired with ponzu sauce. 1 8 | D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 2

“The citrus flavor of the yuzu really intensifies the flavor of the dishes,” Ribao explains, noting that if you’re a yuzu fanatic, you also can ask for a side of yuzu juice to accompany your fish for that additional zest. Be sure to save room for Steak Morsels ($12.95), which features a mound of steak cut into bite-sized cubes served with your choice of Blue Hawaii Sushi’s signature mustard sauce or ponzu sauce. Two scoops of rice, along with a medley of sauteed onions, zucchini and mushrooms, complete the meal. Take note that all entrees also come with hot tea, rice, miso soup and house salad with ginger dressing. Blue Hawaii Sushi Bar & restaurant Pearl City Gateway 1140 Kuala St. 456.2128

Hukilau Oh yes, we’re going to a hukilau where the yuzu reigns supreme! Hukilau, located in Executive Centre in downtown Honolulu, knows how to bring the yuzu to the party. Known for its upscale local grinds, this restaurant is overflowing with immaculate flavors. Take Hukilau’s Shrimp and Shiitake Mushroom Potstickers ($7 during happy hour, $9 for dinner) for instance, which presents you with the tastiest potstickers filled to the brim with none other than shrimp and shiitake mushrooms blended nicely with oyster sauce, garlic, onion, cilantro and green onions. Executive chef Jason Takemura also stirs up a killer dipping sauce to go with it. “Yuzu has always been incorporated into our menu from the beginning,” Takemura says. “Yuzu is served in all kinds of forms now — as pastes, concentrates, juices, etc. We use yuzu juice and blend it into our sauces. The potsticker

sauce combines yuzu with oyster sauce, Maui onions, sake and miso. “Yuzu helps to bring out the original flavors of the dish, but still has its own unique citrus flavor,” he adds. And for the complete yuzu experience, sip on Hukilau’s Raspberry Yuzu Martini ($7), which melds together Raspberry Stoli, Chambord and yuzu to create one unforgettable cocktail. “Yuzu is a Japanese citrus fruit,” Takemura explains. “The flavor profile is a cross between a lemon and a tangerine. It’s very aromatic and will enhance anything it touches.”

Hukilau Executive Centre 1088 Bishop St. 523.3460

very year, Aloha Week presents an opportunity to appreciate all of the beauty and richness of our unique Island traditions. As everyone knows, there are so many reasons to feel lucky we live Hawaii, and one of those is the undoubtably remarkable world of eats that we have at our fingertips. In the spirit of recognizing a plenitude of culture, why not pay homage to the places that have been an integral part of their community? Places like Wailana Coffee House. The legendary spot has served up local favorites as well as American classics in Waikiki since 1969. According to general manager Kenton Tom, its foundation lies even deeper than that, as the restaurant is located where the original Kapiolani Drive Inn once stood — another mainstay opened by his father, Francis Tom, in the 1950s.

WAILANA COFFEE HOUSE WHERE 1860 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu

CALL 955.1764 HOURS Open daily 24 hours except 10 p.m. Tuesday to 6 a.m. Wednesday NOTES Validated parking available 2

To join in the fun of Aloha Week, Wailana will be dishing out complete dinner specials Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22. from 11 a.m. to midnight. Dive into a slew of festive feasts, which includes perhaps the most comforting of foods for many locals, a full-on Hawaiian Luau Dinner ($16.25). Kalua Pig, Laulau, Chicken with Long Rice, Lomi Salmon, a choice of Poi or Rice (both, please!) and Haupia will fill your tummy — and heart. In true Wailana fashion, the restaurant also will offer a range of tastes to try, such as Teriyaki

1 Eggs Benedict Royal ($10.50) 2 Hawaiian Luau Dinner ($16.25) 3 Hibachi Chicken & Shrimp Kabobs ($14.50) File photos

Striploin Steak ($15.95) or the ginger, shoyu and smoked hickory flavors of Hibachi Chicken & Shrimp Kabobs ($14.50). All of the dinners include a baked or mashed potato, french fries or rice, corn on the cob, a salad bar, beverage and haupia for dessert. And Wailana wouldn’t be the beloved 24-hour eatery it is if it wasn’t for its amazing breakfast menu. The Portuguese Sweet Bread Combo ($9.50) is a delightful spe-

cial full of fanciful wedges of localstyle sweet bread served with a pocket of orange marmalade, bacon, two large eggs (any style) and coffee or tea on the side. Believe it or not, there are more glorious grinds to speak of, as the establishment will roll out another day of specials Sept. 9 in celebration of Grandparents Day. Show the dearest elders in your life how much you appreciate their love and support by treating them to something as savory as a Prime Rib Roast ($17.50) and Poached Salmon Florentine ($13.95). Or indulge in Roast Tom Turkey with Smoked Ham ($13.50), served with macadamia nut stuffing, old-fashion giblet gravy and a grilled pineapple ring filled with cranberry sauce. Grandmas and grandpas also will love Eggs Benedict Royal ($10.50) made with smoked ham, turkey breast and all the works. Glasses of house wine, Chablis, Rose or Burgundy also will be flowing for $3.75 a pop, and during Aloha week, sample the most tropical of cocktails, a Mai Tai for the same price. It’s time for kau kau at Wailana!

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Atlantis Seafood & Steak

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2284 Kalakaua Avenue 922-6868

Pipi’s Burger

Eggs n’ Things

McCully Shopping Center 1960 Kapiolani Blvd, #103 946-7474

Dinner

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

Tropics Bar & Grill

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Waikiki Beach Eggspress

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

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

Celebrating 40 years!

$11.45 Complete Lunch

*DAILY SPECIAL TEISHOKU* Sanma Teishoku

Located inside of Zippy’s

2752 Woodlawn Dr. Manoa Marketplace 988-4310

New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm

MONDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oyako Donburi TUESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diced Ahi Katsu Teishoku WEDNESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Japanese-Style Chicken Fried Rice THURSDAY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ham Omelette Teishoku FRIDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Misoyaki Ahi Belly Teishoku SATURDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kim Chee Fried Rice SUNDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salmon/Goya (Bittermelon) Champuru

Napoleon’s Bakery

Fendu Boulangerie

NOW TAKING RESERVATIONS …for LUNCH & DINNER

LIMITED SUPPLIES! SORRY IF IT’S SOLD OUT!

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

Panya

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $15.95 Complete Dinner

8.50

Larry’s Bakery

BAKERY

SEPTEMBER LUNCH SPECIALS! only

La Palme D’or Ala Moana Center - Mall Level Mountain Side, next to Shirokiya 941-6161

KING SET ($16.95)

All offers expire 9/30/12.

947-2836

Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

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

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

Ocean House in

98-150 Kaonohi St. •• Tel: 486-5100

— We are celebrating —

Receive a FREE JJ’s Bistro

Our 10th Anniversary For a

SPECIAL BREAKFAST AND DINNER OFFER

Chocolate Pyramid dessert on your birthday!

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

Visit our website

www.oceanhousewaikiki.com

*Valid on actual birthday w/valid ID

SENIOR SPECIAL! 55+ LUNCH & DINNER

40% OFF

Not combinable with other discounts. 55 or older w/ coupon & ID. No online or photo-copied coupons. One coupon per person. Discounts off regular adult price. Excluding Holidays. Expires 9/14/12.

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

LUNCH & DINNER

20% OFF

Must have minimum 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 9/14/12.

WHERE TO DINE BUFFET

Kissaten

Camellia Buffet 930 McCully St. 951-0511/0611

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

88 Piikoi St. 593-1200

CAFE Anytime Cafe Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

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

Cafe Central 999 Bishop Street First Hawaiian Bank Building 306-9284

Makino Chaya 98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

CHINESE

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

Hee Hing Restaurant 449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

Canton Seafood Restaurant 923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

Golden Duck

590 Farrington Hwy. 692-9880

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

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

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant 111 N. King St. 521-8268

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

Mon-Fri: 6:00 - 10:00 pm Sat, Sun: 5:30 - 10:00 pm • Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List • Live Entertainment • Valet Parking Proper Attire Required Reservations Recommended

2440 Kuhio Ave.

922 5555 www.hyshawaii.com

KYOTO RAMEN “YOTTEKO-YA”

Homemade broth made from a blend of pork, chicken & vegetables simmered for over 10 hours BUSINESS HOURS SPICY PAITAN CHASHU RAMEN

TOPPED WITH 5 SLICES OF OUR HOMEMADE CHASHU

www.mccullysc.com • Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana Street 1960 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 214, Honolulu, HI 96826 • 946-2900

Lunch: Mon-Sun Dinner: Mon-Sat Sun/Hol

11:30 AM - 2:00PM 5:30PM - 10:00PM 5:30PM - 9:00PM

(LAST ORDER: 15MIN BEFORE CLOSING) CLOSED WEDNESDAYS D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 2 | 2 1

WHERE TO DINE Little Village Noodle House

Panda Cuisine

1113 Smith St. 545-3008

641 Keeaumoku St. 947-1688

Henry Loui’s

FAMILY DINING

2850 Paa St. 833-3728

Asahi Grill Ward 515 Ward Ave., #204 593-2800

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant

Mandalay (The)

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

JJ Bistro & French Pastry 3447 Waialae Ave.

739-0993

Asian Mix 1234 South Beretania St. 521-1688

Kaka‘ako Kitchen Ward Centre 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

596-7488

Seafood Village

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Dean’s Drive Inn

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

45-773 Kam Hwy., Kaneohe 247-1300

Liliha Square, 524-1628

Pearl City by Wal-Mart 455-6805

Favorites Dinner

Kids Eat Free!*

September 1-15 Celebrate Our 20th Anniversary

Every Day, 4 to Closing *Receive one free Kid’s Meal with each adult entrée purchase.

with a…

Special Menu of All Time Favorites

LIMITED TIME ONLY

Choice of : Caesar Salad Clam & Corn Chowder Choice of : New York Steak Alaea Tempura Catfish, Ponzu Sauce Chinese Steamed Fresh Fish, Chinese Black Bean Broth • Warm Chocolate Soufflé Cake Bread Pudding

Free meal valid for kids 12 and under on “Just for Kids” menu items at participating locations. Drinks not included unless otherwise specified on “Just for Kids” menu. Not valid with any other discount or coupons. Dine-in only.

Valid at Participating Locations Windward Mall 235-4467 Pearl City 486-4467 Hilo 959-2600 Waikiki (Ala Moana Blvd) 949-4467 Waikiki on Kuhio 921-2400 www.ihophawaii.com

(KOZO)

Moiliili 951-5696

36 pcs. (Inari 12 pcs/ Futomaki 24 pcs)

(KOZO)

Keeaumoku by Wal-Mart 946-5696 (KOZO)

One coupon per order. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 9/15/12

Pearlridge 483-6805

Best “Japanese Style” Shabu Shabu in Hawaii

10% OFF

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

ON THE RISE

5% OFF

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 9/30/12. Must present coupon.

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

Having talent is good.

Lobster

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

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

Celebrating 11 Years!

A talented person who does not strive to improve is no good. A talented person who cannot admit fault is good for nothing.

Hawaii’s only Gourmet Buffet

Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am

Lobster $

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

10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash)

3553 Waialae Avenue

738-8666

15% OFF Dinner

Sincerely, Bryce “Saimin Jr.”

Now Serving Snow Crab!

Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

5% OFF

(Charge) • Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

• Ample free parking • Accommodate 300 plus guests • 8,000 sq feet with 7 VIP rooms • Dim Sum starting from $2.95 • 9-course dinner from $238.00 • Perfect for parties of all occasions • State-of-the-art audio/visual system

Dear Hearts,

Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items

-SPECIALBasil Pork Chop $12.95

OPEN DAILY: 10:30 A.M. TO 10:00 P.M. DIM SUM: 10:30 A.M. TO 5:00 P.M. JADEDYNASTYHAWAII.COM

featuring our special sukiyaki sauce. Exp. 9/6/12

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

Ala Moana Center Tel: 947-8818

Kahala Mall 738-5696

$36.60

ALA CARTE MENU ALSO AVAILABLE

Kenny’s Restaurant 1620 N. School St. 841-0931

10% 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 9/30/12. Must present coupon.

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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

Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg. C, Level 3 | 380-9300 Lunch 11:00a-2:00p, Happy Hour 2:00p-5:00p, Dinner 5:00p-10:00p Open Daily | Full Bar | Validated Parking *Discount valid with local or Military ID, & Seniors (ages 60+). Cannot be combined with any other offers.

WHERE TO DINE Kenny’s Hawaiian BBQ

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2nd floor 922-3333

Willoughby’s

Shore Bird Restaurant

Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

Outrigger Reef on the Beach 922-2887

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

Tony Roma’s

Zippy’s Call the one nearest you

Restaurant Epic

Kit N Kitchen

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

1010 University Avenue 942-7622

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

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

Opulicious 946 Coolidge St. 943-8885

FILIPINO

Shiro’s Saimin Haven 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

Pagoda 1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356

Chinese Chicken Salad Ham & Scallop Soup • Peking Duck Walnut Shrimp • Crispy Skin Chicken Ginger & Onion Steamed Sea Bass Boneless Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice Shredded Duck In Taro Basket Chef’s Dessert of Day 111N. King St. near Maunakea

Max’s Of Manila Waipahu 94-300 Farrington Hwy Honolulu 801 Dillingham Blvd. 951-6297

Wailana Coffee House 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. 955-1764

@ WARD

SO ONO!

something new. something classic.

Dim Sum $ 98

Served 7am Daily

Take-out Orders Welcomed

SUN-THURS 6:30AM-10PM • FRI-SAT 6:30AM-11PM

515 WARD AVE.

593-2800

LABOR DAY SPECIAL

today thru Thurs, Sept. 6th

$2LARGE OFF www.genkisushiusa.com

PIZZA

$3 OFF EXTRA LARGE PIZZA

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

Open Daily 11am - 10pm

Happy Hour Daily in the lounge 3pm - 6pm

Vino Thursdays 25% Off Bottles of Wine Bring this ad in for a Complimentary Dessert* *With the purchase of two entrees. Maximum 2 coupons per table. $8.00 Value. Expires 9/30/2012. StarAdv

ENJOY

LIV E A C OU S TIC E N TE R TA IN ME N T D A ILY 630P M TO 830P M

SIP $3 $5 $3 $5

W E LL C OC K TA ILS C IR OC MA R TIN IS S TE IN LA GE R P U R E H OU S E W IN E S

MUNCH

1/ 2 O F F A P P E T I ZE RS

FREE BITE

E N JOY A FR E E #H H OU R A P P E TIZE R AT M WARD CENTRE

13 Locations: OAHU:

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

OTHER ISLANDS:

KONA KUKUI GROVE LAHAINA MAUI MALL

www.zpizza.com

KAILUA

(Auahi Streetfront)

(Next to Boots & Kimo’s)

1200 Ala Moana

151 Hekili Street

596-0066

230-8400

REDEEMABLE ONLY DURING VALID #HHOUR HOURS MUST PRESENT THIS COUPON UPON ORDERING 1 PER COUPON PER TABLE [EXPIRES 10/31/12]

Ala Moana Center Ho‘okipa Terrace

808.356.8300

September Specials Strawberry Cream Cheese Napple & Strawberry Mahina Pie

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

Queens’ MarketPlace Waikoloa Beach Resort

808.443.5515

www.macaronigrill.com

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Proud recipient of:

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SERVING LUNCH & DINNER • TAKE-OUT AVAILABLE

Strawberry Ma

hina Pie

451 Piikoi St.

For more info visit: www.eggsnthings.com

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WHERE TO DINE FINE DINING

Top of Waikiki

Hy’s Steak House

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

Il Lupino Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400

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

Chai’s Island Bistro

ITALIAN

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

FRENCH

Paesano Ristorante Italiano

1115 Bethel St. 545-1115

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

Fine Dining Burgundy

Fresco Italian Restaurant

Brasserie Du Vin

Aloha Tower Market Pl. 585-0011

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

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

Stage Restaurant

2005 Kalia Road Hilton Hawaiian Village Rainbow Bazaar 2F 941-8868

1006 Kapahulu Ave. 739-5000

1250 Kapiolani Blvd. 237-5429

Voted Best Thai in Hawaii 15% OFF Take Out

FREE PIZZA! BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE (Reg. $9.95each) Build your own 10" pizza with unlimited toppings.

Coupon required. Not combinable with other offers. Expires 9/7/12

*Take out only, w/coupon; not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 9/15/12.

THAI CUISINE

STARTING Monday, September 10th Sam Choy’s will be open on Mondays for Breakfast/Lunch 7am–2pm Dinner 5pm–9pm

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

2028 Kuhio Avenue Walking distance from all Waikiki Hotels

www.samchoyhawaii.com

OPEN TIL MIDNIGHT! 2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218

MARKET CITY SHPG CNTR 735-3888

tel. 951-9355 www.keosthaicuisine.com

Shrimp Scampi

Won Ton Noodle

Max’s Complete Lunch Special! from

ALA MOANA CENTER MALL LEVEL, MAUKA NEXT TO VICTORIA’S SECRET 946-6388

Starting Tues. Sept. 4th Available Mon-Fri Waipahu Shopping Plaza 11am-4pm Pork Adobo Plate 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 Includes steamed rice or garlic rice, your choice of: 4 pcs. of Waipahu, Hawaii 96797 Lumpia Shanghai, Veggie Crunch or Side Salad and a soda Add $1.00 for a scoop of tropical ice cream *5 OTHER LUNCH SPECIALS AVAILABLE

Cuisine of the Philippines www.maxschicken.com

www.panyagroup.com

951-MAXS (6297)

Special Summer $40 5-Course Dinner$ Per Person available Sun, Mon, & Tues Only

50% OFF

Freshly Baked by Royal Garden (No Preservatives added) Dim Sum Served at Lunch Daily

valid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad Expires 9/11/12.

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Robert Cazimero

Jerry Santos & Hula

BYOB

Brothers Cazimero

Danny Couch

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

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 9/15/12

and

LIVE Seafood fresh Oyster Bar 3441 WAIALAE AVE

OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 12 AM

780-3115 • 626-5368

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SEAFOOD BUFFET Starting at $9.95 Mon-Fri LUNCH: Sat-Sun

$9.95 $11.95 Mon-Thurs $15.95 DINNER: Fri-Sun $17.95

SAT

FRI

THUR

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE WED

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

for 15 add’l wine parings

Buy one dinner entrée, receive 2nd entrée

Now Available thru 9/30/12

10%OFF ENTIRE MENU

$8.95

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

580 Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979 Like us on Facebook for Special Deals & Offers

Also available Pasta • Burgers • Salads • Sandwiches

KAPOLEI MARKETPLACE 590 Farrington Hwy

692-9880

PRIVATES PARTIEfor

available ople 20-300 pdeetails Call for

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

Genki Sushi

227 Lewers St. 926-5050

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

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

Kozo Sushi

Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

Hinone Mizunone

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

1345 South King St. 942-4848

Osaka Ramen

Ichiriki

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

Aiea 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222 Honolulu 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299

Odoriko Japanese Restaurant 2400 Koa Ave. 923-7368

Restaurant Suntory

Kobe Japanese Steak House

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

1841 Ala Moana Blvd. 941-4444

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

BENTO $11.95 Reg. $15.95

CHOICE of TWO:

NOW SERVING EVERY FRIDAY

OXTAIL SOUP!

TERI PORK PLATE

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

$5.95

943-8885

SHRIMP JUMBO SHRIMP SPECIAL SPECIAL $12.95 $9.25

• (2) Big Shrimp & (2) Veg. Tempura Reg. $11.95 • Chicken Katsu or Chicken Kagaage • (3) Big Shrimp • Chicken, Beef or Pork Teriyaki • (2) Veg. Tempura • Miso Butterfish • Tsukemono • Grilled Salmon • Miso Soup & Rice INCLUDES: MISO SOUP, TOFU, GYOZA, SALAD & TEA • Tea OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH

• (3) Jumbo

Shrimp • (4) Veg. Tempura • Tsukemono • Miso Soup & Rice • Tea

11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner

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

536-3035

SEAFOOD FESTIVAL • 8.27 to 9.15 • SEAFOOD FESTIVAL MENU • Tempura Tofu Wintermelon Soup w/ Seafood • Live Dungeness Crab • Hee Hing Style Roasted Garlic Chicken • Honey Walnut Shrimp or Fresh Fish Filet w/Chinese Beans • Live Maine Lobster w/ Garlic Scallions on E Mein

$239 for ten (reg. $279)

LET US COOK FOR YOU

(Menu Designed for Family of Four) Mandarin Potstickers • Chinese Chicken Salad • Lemon Chicken • Beef Broccoli • Ma Po Tofu • Hee Hing Special Noodle • Rice

$49 for four* (reg. $65) HONG KONG DIM SUM LUNCH 5 Dim Sum Selections Chinese Chicken Salad • Beef Choy Sum Chow Fun • Minute Chicken Cake Noodle • Chinese Broccoli (Kai Lan) w/ Garlic • Rice

LOAF CAKES

10% OFF WITH COUPON

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

EXPIRES 9/7/12

Lilikoi Chocolate Pineapple Macnut

www.themandalayhawaii.com

525-8585

11A.M. TILL MIDNIGHT

Roast Turkey $ w/ Smoked Ham

1350 $ 50 Prime Rib Roast 17 $ 95 Salmon Florentine 13 COMPLETE Dinner includes:

"All You Can Eat" Salad Bar, Corn on the Cob, Chocolate Mint Cake and more!

Eggs Benedict Royal

$49 for four* (reg. $65)

1050

* Offer expires 9/15/12. Coupon Required

Pianist Terry Tom performs on Thursdays

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

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

1055 Alakea St.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 9th, 2012

735-5544

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

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

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

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

KOREAN CUISINE

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

WITH THIS AD. EXPIRES 9/30/12. *DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGES.

930 McCully St. • 951-0511/951-0611

• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM • CONVENIENT PARKING

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WHERE TO DINE Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe

Sushi Company

Yoshi

1240 South King Street 591-1181

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

1427 Makaloa St. 941-6891

Wahoo’s Fish Taco

KOREAN

Sushi King

Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen

MEXICAN

2700 S. King St. 947-2836

Red House In Honolulu

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

Kahala • 4614 Kilauea Ave. 732-9229 Ward • 940 Auahi St. 591-1646

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

Tanaka of Tokyo

Sumo Ramen

Yakiniku LuLuRaRa

EAST, in King’s Village 922-4233 CENTRAL, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza 922-4702 WEST, in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

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

915 Keeaumoku Street 941-9112

Yakiniku Million 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

13.75

Lunch & Dinner

Ala Moana Center • Mall Level

(Mountain side, next to Shirokiya) www.lapalmedor-usa.com 941-6161

BREAKFAST & LUNCH NOW OPEN DAILY!

like us on

Choice of: Salmon & Ikura • Spicy Tuna Yellowtail & Tuna • Japanese Poke Includes: Assorted Tempura, Salad & Rice

Sakura Parfait

M Night Club Honolulu Restaurant Row 500 Ala Moana Blvd 529-0010

a cut

Make Someone’s Day Special Order one to two weeks in advance.

NIGHT CLUB

above the rest.

SAKURA TERRACE JAPANESE CAFE

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

Ice Cream Made Fresh Daily

A new twist on an old favorite

FREE PARKING FOR BREAKFAST & LUNCH AT RYCROFT STREET PARKING STRUCTURE

TRY OUR NEW & ENHANCED BREAKFAST MENU Breakfast items featured Daily Homemade Kalua Hash and Corned Beef Hash. Original Eggs Benedict & our House Specialty Kalua Hash Benedict. Kalbi Steak & Eggs. Banana, Blueberry, Baked Apple or Macadamia Nut Pancakes & much more! We now feature a KEIKI MENU! Lunch items featured MONDAY - FRIDAY Lunch Items featured Monday – Friday: Oxtail Soup & Ramen. Homemade Smoked to perfection Pastrami Reuben Sandwich. Pagoda Famous Garlic Chicken. Classic Big Island Beef Burger & much more!

visit www.coldstonecreamery.com for a location near you

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Brunch on SATURDAY and SUNDAY featuring Prime Rib, Crab Legs, Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura, Omelet Station and much more.

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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

Have the kids enjoy helping with the fish feeding

wagyu new york strip, 14 ounces This Australian, kobe-style beef is masterfully grilled to provide a juicy and tender treat for your palate.

A ﬁne steak. A ﬁne experience. 2012

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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

202 Merchant Street 383-1824

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

New Violet’s Grill

Adega Portuguese 1138 Smith Street 566-5909

Keo’s Thai Cuisine

2028 Kuhio Ave. 951-9355

VIETNAMESE

SHABU SHABU

PORTUGUESE

Kapalama Shopping Center 1210 Dillingham Blvd # 8 841-8535

THAI

Shabu Shabu House

Pho My Lien

1221 Kapiolani Blvd 597-1655

98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900

Try Our Famous Saimin!

New Management! New Menu!

“The Neighborhood’s Favorite Local Style Saimin Served in a Hot Homemade Soup”

Panda Cuisine Specializing in Fresh Seafood

2012 Vermicelli Special

10%OFF

Special Live Dinner Daily 5pm-9pm Abalone Dine-In Only. Cannot be combined with any special King Clam discount. Exp. 9/15/12 641 KEEAUMOKU ST. OPEN DAILY 11AM - 1AM

Sun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm Okazuya open daily from 8am

Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 9/30/12

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Military w/ID receive 10% OFF

Serving Hawaii for 77 Years!

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2746 Kaimuki Ave

WESTRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER • 488-4900

947-1688

Desserts Galore! Try our delicious pastries or our 4 or 5 course meals!

732-1656

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

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

Rib Au Jus 2.00 OFF Prime or Hawaiian Plate

1.00 OFF Laulau or Kalua Pig Plate

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Bistro & French Pastry

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor Limited Time Only

739-0993 • 626-5368

3447 Waialae Ave. • jjfrenchpastry.com

From left to right: Chocolate Pyramid, Almondine Tart, Banana Haupia, & Chocolate Fruite Basket

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841-0931

Available Monday thru Thursday

922-5511

Kam Shopping Center Open 6am Daily

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Plus, enter to win in Zippy’s Ultimate Tailgate Giveaway! Grand Prize: Trip for Two to Las Vegas Weekly Prizes of a Tailgate Party Pack *Restaurant Price: 7.89. Prices slightly higher at Zippy’s Kahului. Offer valid from 9/1/2012 - 9/30/2012. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offers, coupons or discount cards. While supplies last. Tailgate Giveaway valid from 9/1/2012 - 11/26/2012. No purchase necessary to enter, other restrictions may apply. For complete rules and information see stores or visit www.zippys.com.

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KOKUA PAC 8

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Fresco’s Taste of Italia U nique flavors and tastes spring forth at Fresco, a recently opened eatery in Waikiki that is quickly becoming known for its masterful incorporation of Italian dishes and local

flavors. Perched atop Hilton Hawaiian Village’s Rainbow Bazaar, Fresco features an airy, open dining space with views of the resort’s lagoon and vibrant outdoor landscaping. Diners will appreciate the contemporary décor as large windows allow cool breezes to pass through the restaurant, which seats up to 172 individuals. Fresco’s menu features traditional Italian recipes infused with fresh, local ingredients. Award-winning chef Kentaro Torii inspired the menu, incorporating dishes from the northern, central and southern regions of Italy, and executive chef Rodhel Ibay added a fresh local touch by including Hawaii grown and produced ingredients. “Their concept includes the use of locally grown vegetables and herbs from local farms, such as Nalo Farms,” says sales and marketing manager Eileen Furuya of the chefs’ inspiration. “We use fresh fruits, too, and our steaks are grass-fed on the Big Island. All of our menu items have local flavors included in them.” Insalata Caprese ($12.95) provides a fresh start to a meal, as the salad includes varieties of Kamuela tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, macadamia pesto and Hawaiian black salt. A succulent 8-ounce cut of Big Island beef tenderloin is featured in the Filetto di Manzo ($35.95), as the perfectly cooked meat is prepared in a Marsala wine sauce, topped with a Gorgonzola fondue and served with a kukui nut potato puree. For those seeking fresh seafood,

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Linguine all’Aragosta e Granchino ($38.95) has it all. The dish features a bed of fresh linguine covered with a tomato cream sauce and chock-full of Maine lobster and crab meat. “That’s part of what makes us unique,” says Furuya of the intriguing mix of Italian styles and local flavors. For dessert, Tiramisu Hawaiano ($9.95) offers a local take on the traditional Italian dish. Layers of Tiramisu Hawaiano ($9.95) macadamia mascarpone cream hold the airy treat together, while a light layer of fresh Kona coffee is sprinkled atop the decadent dish. Viva Fresco ($10) is one of Fresco’s signature cocktails and features Effen Cucumber Vodka, Royal Combier Liquer D’Orange, lime juice, ginger ale and fresh cucumber slices. For wine connoisseurs, Fresco has a wine cellar stocked with more than 100 varieties of vino from around the world. Fresco also offers a popular happy hour available from 5 to 7 and 9 to 11 p.m. daily. Cocktails on the special menu, including the Hawaii Three-0, are just $6 each, while specially priced beers ($4) and wines ($5 per glass, $24 for the bottle) also are available. Happy hour also includes delicious appetizers priced at $8 each, such as Baked Mac-Nut Phyllo Wrapped Brie that comes with

Insalata Caprese ($12.95)

Basil Coulis, Balsamic vinegar and Raspberry Coulis to dip in, as well as tasty Foie Gras Truffles Fries. In addition to the seating in Fresco’s spacious dining room, there are two additional semi-private dining areas that are perfect for business outings or family get-togethers. Diners also are treated to complimentary validated parking, and on Friday nights, Fresco offers views of the hotel’s weekly fireworks display.

Filetto di Manzo ($35.95)

WHERE: Hilton Hawaiian Village Rainbow Bazaar, 2005 Kalia Road CALL: 941.8868

HOURS: Open daily, lunch served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and dinner available from 5 to 9:30 p.m. WEB: FrescoHawaii.com 2 8 | D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 - 8 , 2 0 1 2

Executive Chef Rodhel Ibay

Mushroom Medley ($6.95)

Baked Mac-Nut Phyllo Wrapped Brie ($8 during happy hour)