Hawaii Dining Out September 23, 2012

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Located at the old John Dominis site in Kakaako is 53 By the Sea, a brand-new, upscale eatery known for its breathtaking views and Southern Italian cuisine that has diners exclaiming, “molto buono!”

See Page 4 | Leah Friel photo Executive chef Hiroshi Hayakawa serves up a few favorites: Pan-Seared Hawaiian Mahimahi with Lemon Butter and Marinara Sauce, and Ranchers Prime Rib Eye.

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A buffet that earns five stars from vegetarians | 10 Egg-cellent things in store at Eggs ‘n Things | 14

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appy Sunday, Ono readers! I just returned from a fun-filled vacation in Southern California and Las Vegas. Every single moment was a blast, from Disneyland and Disney California Adventure to Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles and cashing out in Sin City — I made the most of my time there. And, boy oh boy, did I eat! Duh! Let’s see, there was gigantic turkey legs from Disneyland, Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘n Waffles, numerous stops to In-N-Out, Cajun Corner, Korean barbecue and home-cooked Filipino food prepared by my dear friends. I’m pretty sure my stomach expanded tremendously!

And while I’m already having West Coast withdrawals, it’s time to snap back to reality and get back to the daily grind. This past week, I’ve been catching up on sleep and work, and trying to get myself on a healthy diet once again. Of course, that’s where papaya comes in! As my favorite fruit, papaya makes healthy eating seem not so much of a chore, but rather something I can look forward to. Papaya is rich in vitamins and beneficial to your skin and hair, just what I need after spending hours in the hot sun and functioning on very little sleep.

Ripe papaya is usually eaten raw, while the unripe green fruit is typically cooked and incorporated into various dishes. Either way it’s delicious! So, without further ado,

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come along with me and together we’ll paradise on earth as it explore this magical fruit at the following breathes life on Hawaii’s dining scene with its Ono, You Know establishments. stunning views of the Helumoa playground RumFire Blazin’ with fabulous fare and hot on amid the iconic Diamond my list of go-to restaurants is RumFire. Head crater. Whether Located at Sheraton Waikiki, RumFire is a you’re taking in the RumFire experience day or night, know that social comfort food is what it’s all about. According to executive chef Brett Villarmia, the menu showcases worldly cuisine with an island touch, emphasizing unique local ingredients.

“Our Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich ‘BANH mi’ ($14) is a variation of the traditional Vietnamese Bahn Mi sandwich. I combined green papaya salad with the Bahn Mi chicken sandwich, so you get the best of both worlds,” he says.

This delightful sandwich consists of wok-tossed tamarind chicken, green papaya slaw, roasted peanuts and Sriracha aioli nestled between two pieces of fresh French bread. What exactly does papaya bring to the dish? Well, chef Villarmia has all the answers.

“The green papaya is raw, so it brings a freshness to the sandwich.

We toss the green papaya salad with a Vietnamese vinaigrette and that also adds some brightness to the dish.”

Chinese long beans from the North Shore, green papaya, shred– See page 18

Above: The editor loves RumFire’s Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich “ BAHN mi” ($14).

Left: Top of Waikiki’s Grilled N.Y. Strip Steak ($17)

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Amuse House made Rice Cracker and Taegu with Bouche Spicy TunaVin El Cep, Marques de Gelida Meibo Yowano Tsuki “Midnight Moon” Junmai Ginjo (Aichi)

Act One Hamachi Nigiri Style Sushi Tobiko, Home style Takuwan, Yuzu Kosho Shiso Leaf, Nori Aioli Wakatake Onikoroshi “Demon Slayer” Junmai Daiginjo (Shizuoka)

Act Two Miso Butter Fish Ume Musubi, Tempura Shishito Peppers, Negi, Pickled Ginger Ohyma Nigori “Big Mountain” Tokubetsu Junmai (Yamagata)

Act Three Soy Braised Pork Belly, Yukon Potato Puree, Scallion, Asian “Succotash”, Fried Gobo Hanahato Kiyomori, Tokubetsu Junmai (Hiroshima)

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DINING OUT // COVER // 53 BY THE SEA

53 BY THE SEA OFFERS AN EXQUISITE DINING EXPERIENCE. PHOTO COURTESY OF 53 BY THE SEA

SET SAIL FOR 53 BY THE SEA 53 SEAFOOD SHOWCASE ($30)

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OR THOSE WONDERING WHAT HAD BECOME OF THE FORMER JOHN DOMINIS RESTAURANT IN KAKAAKO, THE ANSWER CAN BE FOUND AT 53 BY THE SEA.

SLICED FRESH BUFFALO MOZZARELLA AND HAUULA TOMATO ($20)

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Following a multi million-dollar renovation, the new eatery at 53 Ahui St. features a picturesque setting that treat guests like royalty as they enter through ceiling-high double doors, walk by the grand staircase and are surrounded by columns and arches that create a feel of elegance and luxury. The awe-inspiring building includes two wedding chapels, multi-purpose rooms on the second floor for special events and parties, a private dining room flanked by an exquisite Italian-made Fazioli piano, a full bar and lounge area, a wine collection featuring more than 160 choices from around the world and room

for more than 200 guests.

And, while the floor-toceiling windows and sliding glass doors offer guests unparalleled views of the South shore and Diamond Head, 53 By the Sea’s cuisine brings the experience to a whole new level.

Executive chef Hiroshi Hayakawa showcases skills gleaned while training in Southern Italy, and infuses flavors from Hawaii and Japan while utilizing the freshest meats and produce in every dish.

“The restaurant focuses on fresh, locally grown produce and sustainability with the local resources here in Hawaii,” explains assistant manager and wine

EXECUTIVE CHEF HIROSHI HAYAKAWA WITH 53 SEAFOOD SHOWCASE

DINING OUT // COVER // 53 BY THE SEA director Connor Barbaree.

“Also, since we’re in Kakaako, fresh seafood is key and chef Hayakawa hand-selects all the fish that he wants to use for the day. Our fresh meats are only chilled, never frozen, which makes a huge difference as far as the quality, in terms of the texture and flavor profiles. We offer steak, lamb, free-range chicken, a few dishes incorporating homemade pasta and, of course, seafood and fresh salads.”

While 53 By the Sea was named partly for its address, Barbaree and general manager Shige Kikuchi explain that the moniker also represents the restaurant’s dedication to exceptional service and providing a memorable experience for its guests.

The “5” is meant to encompass the five senses, and while taste is obviously clear when the cuisine is

enjoyed, the open-air atmosphere allows the sea breeze and surrounding sounds of waves crashing against the rocks below to waft through the dining room while comfortable, sophisticated furnishings and a presence of natural light complete the overall experience.

The “3” represents three core values of customer service, including warm, welcoming hospitality, a sense of professionalism by the skilled staff on the restaurant floor, and proper preparation that leads to perfection every day with the goal of providing a consistent, memorable guest experience.

The 53 Seafood Showcase ($30) treats diners to a beautiful cocktail platter of the day’s freshest seafood selections. From succulent lobster to perfectly prepared ahi poke and sashimi served on a

PAN-SEARED HAWAIIAN MAHIMAHI WITH LEMON BUTTER AND MARINARA SAUCE ($28)

EGGPLANT CIOCCOLATO ($10)

53 BY THE SEA 53 AHUI ST., HONOLULU 536.5353 OPEN DAILY, LUNCH (SERVICE STARTING SEPT. 26), 11 A.M. TO 2 P.M.; DINNER, 5 TO 10 P.M.; BAR, 4 P.M. TO MIDNIGHT (SUNDAY THROUGH THURSDAY) AND 2 A.M. (FRIDAY AND SATURDAY) RANCHERS PRIME RIB EYE ($35 FOR 8 OUNCES AND $56 FOR 16 OUNCES)

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bed of eye-catching seaweed varieties, the dish piques all the senses.

Similarly, Sliced Fresh Buffalo Mozzarella and Hauula Tomato ($20) offers prosciutto along with a swath of flavors created by roasted red bell peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and capers.

Shrimp Scampi ($26) is just one of Hayakawa’s

freshly made pasta offerings, and includes a fresh basil pesto, while seafood enthusiasts also will appreciate Pan-Seared Hawaiian Mahimahi with Lemon Butter and Marinara Sauce ($28) as the dish infuses flavors of papaya, Hauula tomatoes, asparagus and bacon.

“Chef Hayakawa wants to keep everything fresh,”

RESERVATIONS ARE RECOMMENDED, AND COMPLIMENTARY VALET PARKING IS PROVIDED. Barbaree says. “He doesn’t want ingredients to arrive on a plane or a barge. We have so much to offer here, he wants to include that in his dishes.”

Ranchers Prime Rib Eye ($25 for 8 ounces, $56 for 16 ounces) epitomizes what a perfect steak should taste like. The steak selections include fresh seasonal vegetables, and diners

may choose from five steak sauces, including bleu cheese and spinach, Marsala wine and shallot, and crispy sage and garlic.

“We invite everyone to come and enjoy the experience, as a lot of people don’t know what we’re all about and we’re slowly getting the word out,” Barbaree says. “Come down and check us out.”

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or tourists, it’s the perfect escape. For locals, it’s the perfect place to soak up a view we often take for granted. And for everyone involved, it’s the perfect way to start the day. Ocean House, located beachfront at Outrigger Reef Hotel, has brought casually elegant Island cuisine ashore for the past decade. With unforgettable customer service, tables that face the ocean and a Plantation-style decor theme that makes you feel as though you’ve entered yesteryear, patrons will do

the most important meal of the day justice with a visit to this unique eatery.

“It’s a beautiful, relaxed setting,” says general manager David Nagaishi.

“Nice Hawaiian music in the background, with the real Hawaiian music playing with the crashing waves.”

What better place, then, to welcome the day with the restaurant’s newest breakfast addition, Hawaiian Sweet Bread Stuffed French Toast ($14)? This indulgent masterpiece starts with puffy

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slices of sweet bread that are filled with guava jam, battered and rolled in coconut before being seared to golden perfection. As warm guava oozes out of each piece, a wonderfully nutty, custardy macadamia nut cream syrup puts a rich and creamy spin on your syrup experience, taking french toast to an entirely new level. “After that, you need to go on one of these beach chairs and relax a little while,” Nagaishi says with a laugh.

If you prefer a savory bite in the morning, try Blue Crab Cake Benedict ($16). Thick Artisan brioche toast is topped with crab patties, poached egg and a bright burst of lemon-filled hollandaise sauce. On top of that, the fresh flavor of Ocean House’s seafood shines in this dish. “It’s really nice blue crab made into thick

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cakes,” describes Nagaishi.

On the healthier side of breakfast options, Fresh Fruit Sunrise ($13) keeps it light without sacrificing an ounce of flavor. Seasonal fresh fruits are topped with the fluffiest of greek yogurts Ali Carte has ever tasted, only to be polished with the addition of granola and honey.

Now, make sure at least one person at the table — if not everyone — orders the “award-winning” Ocean House Loco Moco ($15). It wasn’t named Waikiki’s Best Loco Moco in the 2010 Ultimate Loco Moco

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Smack Down for nothing, and it earns every bit of that title. “The Loco Moco’s the one,” confirms Nagaishi. “A generous portion of white rice is topped with our house-made beef patty and we add our homemade gravy.”

The beauty of this dish is two-fold. First, you have incredible hamburger patties that taste more like gourmet steak. “We use the trimmings from our New York steak, filet mignon, rib eye and we ground our beef to make your burger.”

To add to that indescrib-

able flavor, executive chef Craig Yasaka makes a divine gravy using drippings from the beef as well as his own demi glace. When you load your fork with a touch of rice, egg, a chunk of beefy goodness and douse it all in gravy, you’ve just reached loco moco heaven. And Yasaka’s sprinkling of crispy onions doesn’t hurt either.

Ocean House’s breakfast is served daily from 7 to 11 a.m. and with a menu like that, it’s no surprise tourists and locals alike frequent these shores.

“How are you going to beat this?” adds Nagaishi.

“Ocean, nice surf, great food. You can’t be any closer to the beach unless you’re actually on the beach. It’s a great place to have breakfast.”

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By Nicole Kato overs of the Golden Duck location in town will be happy to hear that there is another location on Waialae Avenue. Now, people from East Oahu can enjoy the delicious cuisine from this family-friendly establishment.

Dining Out was fortunate enough to catch up with three retired firefighter captains for lunch one afternoon. Although all three frequent the Golden Duck location on South King Street, this visit was

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Sometimes restaurants overcook it and it kills the flavor. It’s good to have a little bit of the bitterness.”

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Escape to a perfect world at Odoriko Japanese Restaurant

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ith more than 100 menu items to choose from, there’s definitely something for everyone at Odoriko Japanese Restaurant in Waikiki.

Known for its izakaya style of dining (a popular tradition in Japan where people end their day by going to a restaurant to unwind and enjoy good food, usually appetizer-style, and drinks), Odoriko serves authentic Japanese food in a comfortable, family-friendly setting.

“It’s a feeling of relaxation,” explains Hiro Takei, general manager. “You’re here with your buddies or your family, away from your job and away from your worries or you’re here because of your worries, and you can just hang out, clear your mind, and eat and drink.”

At Odoriko, customers usually order a la carte and share, however, there are teishoku (Japanese set dinners) available as well.

Some popular dishes are Garlic Buttered Clams ($10.95),

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ODORIKO JAPANESE RESTAURANT WHERE King’s Village Shopping Center 2400 Koa Ave., Waikiki

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Organic Tofu Salad ($9.75), Dynamite Seafood Casserole ($10.95), Garlic Shrimp ($12.95), Shrimp and Vegetable Tempura ($13.50), Yaki Udon ($12.95), Rainbow Roll ($18.50), Sushi and Sashimi Set ($29.95).

The food is authentic, just like you would find in Japan, and the menu is categorized by noodles, rice, sashimi, sushi, sushi rolls, grilled dishes, deep-fried dishes, salad, teishoku and nabemono (hot pot entrees, including shabu shabu, chanko nabe, sukiyaki and seafood nabe). There also is a large sake, beer and wine selection, as well as cocktails.

There are happy hour specials from 4 to 6 p.m., and half-off any size draft beer from 10 p.m. to midnight as well. Kamaaina and Honolulu Star-Advertiser readers also get 10 percent off all food as an on-going promotion. The

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restaurant also has rooms for private parties with karaoke, including three Japanese tatami-style that can seat 16 people in each or connect to fit 50, and three Western-style rooms with the same seating capacity.

Opened in 1978 by Nobuteru Takei, Odoriko is the sister restaurant to the former Maiko Restaurant at Ilikai Hotel. The company celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, and continues to provide locals and visitors an authentic Japanese restaurant in both taste and service. “My father’s values are around family and friends, and food and drinking, and working hard and relaxing afterwards,” adds Hiro.

“When he started the business and years after, he always told me that the restaurant business was the perfect job for him because when customers come here and they're having a good time, enjoying themselves and laughing, and then they thank him at the door, there’s always that feeling of warmth.”

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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 Wahoo’s Hawaii partner Noel Pietsch Shaw, who gave us a little taste of what Wahoo’s has to offer.

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Who or what inspires you as a chef/manager/owner? My family has always been an inspiration to me. We grew up in a family business, so now running one of our own, my sister/partner and I strive to grow our business and run the operation as a team/family. I think our employees notice the difference working for a family-run operation versus a larger corporation.

What is your favorite dish on the menu? Why? The Outer-Reef Burrito wet with the Green Sauce!

Our green sauce is so yummy and delicious … and surprisingly it’s fat free! I also always sub out the white “ahee” rice for our brown rice option, which makes the meal even more healthy!

What is your favorite ingredient to work with? Why? Our fish is extremely high quality. I am really proud of the flavor and consistency we are able to maintain in the product, even in our higher volume store.

We always serve Pacific caught Ono as our fish — it’s delicious!

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that’s not on your menu, but available upon request? My sister created the Wahoo’s 7-Layer Salad. It is finally on the menu, but was a special for many years. It is a layered salad with brown rice, black beans, cheese, lettuce, cabbage, fresh salsa and guacamole topped with grilled meat and homemade dressing of your choice.

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Five Star International Buffet

VO hat makes buffets so popular is obvious: There’s so much to choose from, so everyone is happy. But if you don’t eat meat or fish, your choices can narrow considerably on most buffet lines. You want to get your money’s worth, but just how much rice and salad can you stomach? Well, turn that frown upside-down.

“We have an open kitchen. We can cook something for them specially. We can arrange it without any meat or fish,” Five Star International Buffet general manager Shin Yano assures nonmeat eaters. “Also, if people have an allergy, like to peanuts or shellfish, we can create something special for them.”

With a multitude of buffet items to choose from (about 30 at lunch, with even more on weekends, and nearly double that at dinner), even if you don’t care to special order something, the spread should more than satisfy vegetarians with its taste-tempting variety of vegetables, salads and fresh fruit, many of which are locally sourced.

The buffet costs $19 for adults, $12 for children at lunch, and $48/$24 for dinner. But this is

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And just for grins, happy hour (2-5 p.m.) is not to be missed, with its special a la carte menu and half-price wine, beer and mixed drinks (excluding bottles of wine and Champagne). Cheers!

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t may seem hard to believe, but this weekend marks the beginning of fall. And while it may seem too soon to start stocking up on Halloween candy or buying a turkey for Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time of year to indulge in a celebratory mooncake from Hee Hing Restaurant.

According to Hee Hing manager Michael Lee, mooncakes are a traditional treat served in observance of the Mid-Autumn Festival, or Moon Festival, which this year falls on Sept. 30.

“In Chinese culture, (Mid-Autumn

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Festival) is a time to spend with friends and family,” says Lee. “It is customary to give mooncakes as presents around this time of year and to eat and share them with others.”

Even though the official festival may still be one week away, the family-owned Kapahulu restaurant has been offering its fresh-baked mooncakes since Sept. 1.

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The mooncakes come in a variety of flavors, including Red Lotus, Coconut and Red or Yellow Bean Sugar, and are made three ways: plain, single egg yolk and double egg yolk.

“Our most popular mooncakes are our White Lotus and Golden Ham, Fruit and Nuts flavors, but it all depends on how much yolk you like,” Lee says, adding, “Our mooncakes are really dense. One mooncake can be shared between two or three people.”

For a dose of extra luck, each mooncake is imprinted with a different Chinese character to symbolize “prosperity,” “harmony” or other signs of good fortune.

Hee Hing sells its mooncakes by

Our Famous Braised Short Ribs the case or individually; prices range depending on flavor and how many yolks are used. A Four Happiness variety pack also is available by the case ($25/double egg yolk; $24/single egg yolk; $23/plain), as are miniature mooncakes ($17/six-pack).

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IL LUPINO Royal Hawaiian Center 2233 Kalakaua Ave., Building B, Honolulu 922.3400 Open daily 8 a.m.- 10:30 p.m.

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hile Il Lupino means “little wolf” in Italian, all the dishes here have a presence that exudes a big and bold essence.

And with breakfast being one of the most important meals of the day, you can be sure that this “little wolf” restaurant has delightful morning meals that will fill you up and leave you wondering how the talented chefs in the back blend all those flavors into one beautifully crafted dish.

Chef Lawrence Nakamoto cooked up some great breakfast creations off the menu to share with Dining Out readers.

The pancakes are made with sour cream and egg whites that make each flapjack lighter, and Nakamoto says they’re some of the best he’s ever had. Diners can choose from the classic Short Stack ($12), which comes with two pancakes, two eggs in any style you choose and maple syrup. If you’re craving a richer flavor, then Buttermilk Pancakes ($12) served with fresh, in-season fruit are for you. Of course, there are readers out there with a sweet tooth that’s out of this world, and Il Lupino Trattoria and Wine Bar has a pancake breakfast just for you — Macadamia Nut Pancakes ($12).

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Eggs Benedict ($14) — and we all know that everything tastes better with bacon. Each ingredient from the perfectly poached eggs and Boar’s Head bacon to the grilled tomatoes and hollandaise sauce complements each other so well that you might even consider ordering another plate.

Scottish Smoked Salmon Bagel ($15) takes the concept of a bagel sandwich to a whole new level. The Scottish smoked salmon and cream cheese sit happily between the toasted bagel halves, and if you wish, there are red onions and capers on the side for your enjoyment.

Local papayas are the ringleader of Half Papaya & Fresh Berries ($10),

and sit in the center of an assortment of sweet, fresh berries. And all that great-tasting fruit also can be found in Il Lupino’s Acai Bowl ($14).

“We talked to the Il Gelato company, and they made a special acai blend just for us,” Nakamoto says. “So that’s pretty special for our restaurant.”

And this acai blend is to die for.

Normally, people have a love-it-orhate-it relationship with acai, but the taste of Il Lupino’s acai and berries topped with granola will make a lover out of everyone.

It’s always noon somewhere in the world, and this establishment serves up great beverages (alcoholic and

non-alcoholic) all hours of the day.

For those who need their coffee fix, Macchiato ($4), Cappuccino Cafe Au Lait ($5), and Lavazza Coffee ($3) will satisfy that need. And Mimosa ($9) and Sangria ($7 happy hour; $13 regular) are tasty and refreshing.

Breakfast is served from 8 to 11 a.m., and happy hour runs from 3 to 6:30 p.m. daily.

Everything is made fresh, and nothing is ever precooked at Il Lupino.

The decor and top-notch service amplify your dining experience, and its almost-hidden location ensures a peaceful (and quite delicious) meal with loved ones and friends that you’ll all remember.

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of sausage with a Louisiana Cajun flair, two eggs and your choice of starch be it potatoes, rice or pancakes.

“We’ll also have an Andouille Sausage Pasta ($11.95), which also will be available for dinner.”

And if you’re counting calories, Eggs ‘n Things’ Vegetarian Omelette with Egg Whites and Brown Rice ($10.95) will intrigue your appetite as the omelette is filled to the brim with spinach, zucchini, mushrooms and either mozzarella, pepper jack or Cheddar cheese. A homemade salsa will add an extra skip in your step as well.

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he early bird gets the worm, and Eggs ‘n Things just keeps getting better with its wide spread of breakfast delights, dinner favorites and more. With the restaurant’s original establishment located on Saratoga Road and a second location, Eggs ‘n Things Waikiki Beach Eggspress, on Kalakaua Avenue, general manager Michael Skedeleski is happy to announce a third location slated to open in mid-October at 451 Piikoi St. “We’re very excited about the opening of our Ala Moana restaurant. Our grand opening will be Nov. 8 while the soft opening will be next month,” he says.

“We received a lot of requests for a place with parking, and we believe this new location will draw in a lot of locals and tourists who are shopping at the mall.”

Currently, Eggs ‘n Things is preparing for its new move by experimenting with a variety of dinner options and other specials. This Sunday as well as next weekend, Eggs ‘n Things will be offering Andouille Sausage and Eggs.

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ine times out of 10 a meal that involves pizza is going to be good, but it doesn’t always have to be a greasy, oily mess. Founded in Laguna Beach, Calif., Zpizza was created and crafted with not only taste, but health in mind.

“We serve healthier pizza for all those who are health conscious,” says Zpizza Hawaii owner Cesar Llarenas.

From now through Thursday, Sept. 27, Zpizza Hawaii is offering a pie-sized deal. If you order either Pear and Gorgonzola pizza or Moroccan pizza you can receive a second Pear and Gorgonzola or Moroccan pizza pie for $5 off.

With crusts and tomato sauces made from all organic ingredients, these two choices are a refreshing change from the pizza norm.

Pear and Gorgonzola is topped with fresh mozzarella, gorgonzola, sliced pears and fresh thyme.

Moroccan pizza is a unique pie with basil pesto, mozzarella, roasted eggplant, feta cheese, caramelized onions and pine nuts. Each are priced at $12.95.

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estled in the heart of Chinatown, Brasserie Du Vin is a tranquil getaway that transports diners to a French cafe, both in its authentic fare and its comfortable, rustic environment.

Executive chef Marco Elder says that the menu is designed to be accessible to diners, while taking them a little out of their comfort zone at the same time. So kick back and let Du Vin take you on a tasty tour.

To begin your foray into Du Vin’s French cuisine, start with appetizer Oysters on the Half Shell ($16.50 for a half dozen). Currently, the restaurant has mirada oysters from Penn Cove, Wash.

“They have a full meatiness to them, and a light, almost grapefruit sweet finish,” Elder says.

If you’re a fan of the oysters, you can try more great fish selections for your entree with Du Vin Bouillabaisse ($20), which features fresh fish, shrimp, clams, and Penn Cove mussels in a lobster saffron broth. The dish, which is one of the restaurant’s most popular, is hearty — perfect for the oncoming fall days.

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And while the fish at Du Vin is fresh and tasty, vegetarians dining at the restaurant certainly won’t go hungry.

Vegetarian Risotto ($16) is a perfect medley of red bell peppers, spinach and cauliflower, sprinkled with a bit of Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. “I get a lot of people who aren’t vegetarians come in to get that, and they rave about it,” Elder says.

To finish off a great meal, Du Vin offers an ever-changing selection of decadent desserts to choose from. Last week, for example, the pastry chef whipped up several desserts, including Peach Strawberry Amaretto Tiramisu. “I sampled one earlier today, and it was tough to stop eating,” Elder says. “It is light, very refreshing, and the peaches come through nicely.”

Other desserts that were on the menu last week were Chocolate Ganache Cake and Mango Cheesecake with Macadamia Nut Crust. Desserts range from $7 to $9. Du Vin also sells whole cakes — a perfect addition to an in-

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rasserie Du Vin executive chef Marco Elder has been cooking since he can remember. By age 4, he already was serving up pancakes and eggs for his family.

“People would be surprised, and a little nervous, seeing me push a stool up against the stove,” Elder recalls.

These days, diners simply are excited to know that Elder is at the stove — it means that they are in for creative, tasty cuisine. He began working in the restaurant industry as a teenager in Maine before attending culinary school in Colorado. After honing his skills on the Mainland for several years, Elder moved to the Islands and started at Du Vin as the sous chef more than a year ago before taking the helm as executive chef.

Du Vin, which recently celebrated its sixth anniversary, started out as a wine bar, but it has slowly progressed into a thriving restaurant with a versatile menu that includes appetizers, lunch, dinner and desserts — as well as an impressive wine selection.

Du Vin and Elder have a strong commitment to utilizing fresh, local ingredients. Du Vin features produce from Nalo Farms, vine-ripened tomatoes from Kauai, Manoa honey and local fish. It also is set to partner with Naked Cow Diary for a new cheese selection, which will launch next month.

“One of the things that is really key for me is the fact that I can actually go down to the farm,” Elder says, explaining why he uses local ingredients. “I can touch the animals, and I can see where the product is coming from. I can see how they are treating it at each step of the process.

“It's really about doing something properly — having some good food, good cuts of meat, starting with good ingredients,” Elder says. “We like to showcase the natural Executive Chef Marco Elder with Du Vin Bouillabaisse flavors of the food whenever and Oysters on the Half Shell possible.”

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house celebration or as takeout for an office get-together. To order a full cake, customers should call in at least 24 hours in advance.

Du Vin strives to use fresh, local ingredients whenever possible, and changes its menu seasonally according to what is available. The next menu change is coming up in mid to late October. But not to worry, Du Vin devotees, the restaurant’s signature items will remain and will be joined by a couple of revised entrees, as well as a new cheese selection.

With the holidays approaching, Du Vin is the perfect place to host your holiday get-together. Tucked away

behind the back patio, the Cask Room, with its cozy, rustic Parisian feel, is ideal for private parties. The room can be rented out — with no room fee — for sit-down dinner parties or stand-up cocktail receptions. It can hold up to 26 guests for a sit-down dinner, and about 36 guests for cocktails. Each type of party entails set menu options, or people can work with Elder to design their own. Holiday party planners are already starting to reserve the space, so reservations should be made as soon as possible.

To book your party, call 545.1115 or email events@brasserieduvin.com.

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It's all in a name, and Fine Dining Burgundy presents upscale French cuisine in a comfortable and casual setting.

The restaurant, which opened its doors earlier this year, is located on Kapahulu Avenue. With a dinner menu that entices diners, two top-notch picks include Moules Marinieres Frites and Salade Nicoise. The latter is made from Yukon Gold potatoes, tomato, red onion, anchovies and more with mixed 'Nalo greens and a red wine vinaigrette. As for Moules Marinieres Frites, this dish features mussels sauteed in white wine, diced tomatoes, garlic and thyme steamed in a casserole dish and served with fresh-cut potato fries. Be sure to savor your meal with sips of the restaurant's many wines. Fine Dining Burgundy is located at 1006 Kapahulu Ave. Call 739.5000.

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ded carrots, cilantro, Ho Farm tomatoes, Thai basil and peanuts combine to make a colorful salad all its own, but when incorporated into RumFire’s Vietnamese Chicken Sandwich, it’s unforgettable.

This best-seller has a punch of spice, making it a hot commodity that’s hard to resist.

RumFire Sheraton Waikiki 2255 Kalakaua Ave. 921.4600

Pho My Lien Vietnamese Restaurant Picking my papaya favorites continued on at Pho My Lien Vietnamese Restaurant in Westridge Shopping Center. It’s a known fact that the restaurant’s owners, Tommy Dang and his wife, Lien Bui, are pros when it comes to cooking up the best in authentic Vietnamese cuisine, and the consistently crowded dining room is proof

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that Pho My Lien has fans who come in droves from all over the island to enjoy Crispy Spring Rolls, slurp-worthy signature pho and so much more.

Everything on the menu is absolutely ono to the max and hasn’t changed much since the eatery opened its doors in November 2010. Yet there’s one specific dish that is definitely worth mentioning for any papaya enthusiast: Green Papaya Salad. Priced at $7.50, Pho My Lien’s Green Papaya Salad is comprised of shredded green papaya, shrimp, mint leaves, peanuts and drizzled with a house special salad dressing that’s big on taste.

Here’s something that’s as equally healthy as it is delicious, and it really doesn’t get much better than that.

Wait, think again. Pho My Lien ups the ante once more with its Papaya Shake ($4.50), a refreshingly sweet blend of condensed milk, regular milk, crushed ice, a dash of sugar and, of course, none other than fresh papaya. It’s the perfect addition to any meal.

Pho My Lien fills my stomach!

Pho My Lien Westridge Shopping Center 98-150 Kaonohi St., Suite B213-B 488.4900

Top of Waikiki Feel on top of the world at Top of Waikiki, where premier Pacific fusion cuisine and a breathtaking 360-degree view of beautiful Waikiki steal the show.

With more than 15 years in the restaurant business, executive chef John Neff has mastered the technique of infusing eclectic island flavors into his edible masterpieces, making Top of Waikiki a most sought-after restaurant by both locals and tourists alike. Located on the 18th floor of Waikiki Business Plaza, Top of Waikiki revolves one floor rotation every hour at the speed of about one mile per hour.

Open daily from 5 to 9:30 p.m., the dinner crowd is more than ready to feast on superb fare, which spans a multitude of cultures and ethnic groups.

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Neff’s most requested dishes — Spicy Ahi Poke Stack ($12) and Grilled N.Y. Strip Steak ($17). Spicy Ahi Poke Stack is an ideal way to start your dining experience, and features the freshest of ahi with sambal and shoyu, crispy won ton skins, avocado crème and papaya slaw drizzled with a kiwi lime vinaigrette and garnished with micro greens.

Next comes a whirlwind of an entree in the Grilled N.Y. Strip Steak, as it captivates diners with tender morsels of the highest quality steak paired with savory papaya and Maui onion poke, and lomi lomi grape tomatoes. I know your mouth is watering already!

So, make it an evening to remember at Top of Waikiki and toast to a fantastic meal with one of the restaurant’s many wine selections.

Top of Waikiki Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923.3877

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You react to confrontation not with anger but with compromise.

Most importantly, you start to see that your parent’s teachings were not so ridiculous, but were actually wise.

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 9/30/12. Must present coupon.

Lobster

1299

$

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!

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

Sincerely, Bryce “Saimin Jr.”

Lobster $1299

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

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

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

5% OFF

(Charge) • Happy Day Chinese Restaurant 3553 Waialae Avenue

738-8666

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.

WHERE TO DINE BUFFET

CHINESE

Kissaten 88 Piikoi St. 593-1200

Camellia Buffet 930 McCully St. 951-0511/0611

Five Star International Buffet

Canton Seafood Restaurant

999 Bishop Street First Hawaiian Bank Building Lobby 306-9284

923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

Hee Hing Restaurant

Golden Duck

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

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

Makino Chaya

CATERERS

CAFE

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

Cafe Central

Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 3.

380-9300 98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

677-7744

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

A Catered Experience

Anytime Cafe

590 Farrington Hwy. 692-9880

111 N. King St. 521-8268

Grand Opening Specials!

•

Regular Menu 15% OFF

with Coupon on Food Only (excludes specials & may not combine with other offers. Exp 9/27/12)

• Daily Kamaaina 3 course Special Lunch $15.95 (11:00 – 14:30) Dinner $21.95 (17:00 – 18:00 only)

www.genkisushiusa.com Our Vegetarian Menu Items

FREE Parking Validation For Reservations Private Party Rooms • 941-8868 2005 KALIA ROAD • HILTON HAWAIIAN VILLAGE OPEN DAILY: LUNCH 11:00 – 14:30 • DINNER 17:00 – 21:30 HAPPY HOURS 17:00 – 19:00 AND 21:00 – 23:00 (RAINBOW BAZAAR • 2ND FLOOR)

ENJOY 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 OAHU:

ALA MOANA 942-9102 AINA HAINA 373-4033 EWA TOWN CENTER 683-1003 KANEOHE 247-9595 KAPAHULU 735-7700 13 KAPOLEI 674-4227 Locations WAIAU 485-0227 WAIKELE 678-3180 WARD CENTER 591-5600

OTHER ISLANDS:

KONA KUKUI GROVE LAHAINA MAUI MALL

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

Proud recipient of:

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER • TAKE-OUT AVAILABLE

• Wine Spectator Award-Winning Wine List • Live Entertainment • Valet Parking Proper Attire Required Reservations Recommended

2440 Kuhio Ave.

922 5555 www.hyshawaii.com

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

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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.

* With ad; not to be combined with any other offer. Limit one coupon per party. Expires 10/7/12

D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 3 - 2 9 , 2 0 1 2 | 2 1

WHERE TO DINE 1113 Smith St. 545-3008

Henry Loui’s

FAMILY DINING

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Little Village Noodle House

2850 Paa St. 833-3728

Asahi Grill Ward

Liliha Square, 524-1628

515 Ward Ave. 593-2800

JJ Bistro & French Pastry 3447 Waialae Ave.

Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant

739-0993

Asian Mix

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

5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

1234 South Beretania St. 521-1688

Kaka‘ako Kitchen Ward Centre 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.

596-7488

Mandalay (The)

Seafood Village

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

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

Dean’s Drive Inn

4 Pc GYOZA

Friday & Saturday October 5 & 6, 2012 11 A.M. - Midnight

Smoked $ 75 Ham Shank 15 Bratwurst $1295 Smoked Pork Chops $1425

Served with: Sauerkraut, German potato salad & Bavarian red cabbage.

Includes Salad Bar & Chocolate Mint Cake Breakfast Special: Crispy potato pancakes, Bratwurst & 2 Large eggs, any style. . . . . . . . .

9

$ 95

955-1764

Open 24 Hours 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking

Today thru Sunday September 30th Salads Island Mixed Greens • Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad • Lomi Lomi Salmon and more Entrees Snow Crab Bake • Guava BBQ Baby Back Ribs • Pork Loin Roulade Garlic Chicken and more Sides White Rice/Fried Rice Moloka‘i Sweet Potato Fresh Sauteed Vegetable Medley Action Stations Carved Huli Beef Chicken Hamakua Mushroom Alfredo Seafood Basil Marinara Penne Pasta Desserts Mini Pineapple Cheesecake • Haupia Mini Brownie • Banana Fosters Flambe Adults $29.95 Keiki $14.95 Limited Ala Carte Dinner Selection & Pupu Menu Available during Dinner Buffet Hours

(w/ purchase of a regular meal)

2 Pc Shrimp Tempura

(w/ purchase of a combo)

Must present coupon, Not combinable with other specials.

Limit one coupon per person. Exp: 9/30/12 HAPPY HOUR lose 5pm – C r ee 12oz B

$

2

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4 Pc Salt & Pepper Shrimp

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

(w/ purchase of a regular meal)

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN

PEARL KAI SHOPPING CENTER

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

488-8836

2746 Kaimuki Ave www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

732-1656

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

2012

$5 OFF the purchase of

10% OFF

CINNAMON BREAD Coupon Required • Expires 9/28/12

www.samchoyhawaii.com

2

$

Pork Tofu simmered in our special broth...

Delicious!

Serving Hawaii for 77 Years!

REGULAR • APPLE • BLUEBERRY

580 Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

Try Our Tasty PORK TOFU!

FREE! HAWAIIAN CRAB BAKED DINNER BUFFET

Kenny’s Restaurant

45-773 Kam Hwy., Kaneohe 247-1300

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) www.larrysbakery.com or find us on

2 RUSTICA PIZZAS

We will be CLOSED from 9/30 until 10/11.

Please visit once we return

OPEN: MON - FRI 6AM - 1PM SAT 6AM - 12PM

Back for the Month of September!

Only

Dine-In or Take Out Only. Limit 4 pizzas. Coupon required.

Not valid with other offers/discounts. Offer valid September 21-27, 2012

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

Show Your Support!

6.79*

$

fast food, daily 10:30am - 9:30pm

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.

2 2 | D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 3 - 2 9 , 2 0 1 2

BUY A

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 through 9/30/12.

WHERE TO DINE Kenny’s Hawaiian BBQ nd

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2 floor 922-3333

Kit N Kitchen 1010 University Avenue 942-7622

Shiro’s Saimin Haven

Pagoda

Wailana Coffee House

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

1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356

1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-1764

Zippy’s Call the one nearest you

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

Shore Bird Restaurant Outrigger Reef on the Beach 922-2887

FILIPINO

Restaurant Epic 1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

Tony Roma’s

Max’s Of Manila

Sam Choy’s BLC

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

WAIPAHU 94-300 Farrington Hwy HONOLULU 801 Dillingham Blvd.

951-6297

Opulicious 946 Coolidge Street 943-8885

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

FREE PIZZA!

a cut

above the rest.

BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE (Reg. $9.95each) Build your own 10" pizza with unlimited toppings. *Take out only, w/coupon; not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 9/30/12.

Also available Pasta • Burgers • Salads • Sandwiches

OPEN TIL MIDNIGHT! 2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218

MARKET CITY SHPG CNTR 735-3888

PRESENTS

WAIKIKI’S HOTTEST

LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR

LA DOLCE VITA

CELEBRATE THE MOON FESTIVAL • MOON FESTIVAL MENU • Peking Duck • Seafood Tofu Soup • Crackling Chicken • Pepper Salt Kauai Shrimp • Shrimp with Vegetables • Stuffed Foo Jook Rolls with Choy Sum • Mongolian Pork Chop with Sweet Onions • Braised E Mein • Our Fresh Baked Mooncakes

$199 Table of 10 (reg. $229) FRESH BAKED MOONCAKES available now through Sept. 30

Shrimp Scampi

LET US COOK FOR YOU

Won Ton Noodle

EVERY THURS – SUN 10:30PM – 2AM INCREDIBLE SPECIALTY COCKTAILS & FOOD

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

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

wagyu new york strip, 14 ounces

1055 Alakea St.

www.themandalayhawaii.com

525-8585

HANDCRAFTED COCKTAILS $7 VINO $5 WELL DRINKS $6 ITALIAN BEER BUCKET $14 ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER • VALIDATED PARKING WWW.ILLUPINO.COM • 808.922.3400

A MENU FOR 4 Chinese Chicken Salad • Mu Shu Pork • Roast Duck • Shrimp Canton Garlic String Beans • Minute Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice

$49 for four* (reg. $62) HONG KONG DIM SUM LUNCH 5 Dim Sum Selections Chinese Chicken Salad Beef Choy Sum Chow Fun Shrimp Fried Rice

$44 for four* (reg. $54)

* Offer expires 9/30/12. Coupon Required

Pianist Terry Tom performs on Thursdays

735-5544

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

This Australian, kobe-style beef is masterfully grilled to provide a juicy and tender treat for your palate.

A fine steak. A fine experience.

Order one to two weeks in advance.

Ala Moana Center • Mall Level

beachhousewaikiki.com • 921-4600 • Complimentary valet parking.

10%OFF ENTIRE MENU

Make Someone’s Day Special (Mountain side, next to Shirokiya) www.lapalmedor-usa.com 941-6161

RECEIVE OUR LOYALTY

LIVE NFL GAMES BYOB

CARD LIVE Seafood

FREE AS OUR GIFT TO YOU! GOOD FOR

15% OFF

ALL FUTURE VISITS! VALUE AT $35

Not valid with other specials/discounts.

Dine-In Only. Offer expires 9/30/12

3441 WAIALAE AVE OPEN DAILY 11 AM - 12 AM

780-3115 • 626-5368

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WHERE TO DINE FINE DINING

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

Fifty Three By The Sea 53 Ahui Street 536-5353

Chai’s Island Bistro

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

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Aloha Tower Marketplace 585-0011

Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

Contemporary Dining

Brasserie Du Vin

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

1006 Kapahulu Ave. 739-5000

$

Rib Au Jus 2.00 OFF Prime or Hawaiian Plate

1.00 OFF Laulau or Kalua Pig Plate (picture not shown)

593-2800 515 WARD AVE. SUN-THURS 6:30AM-10PM • FRI-SAT 6:30AM-11PM

Coupon required. Not combinable with other offers. Expires 9/28/12

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 • (4) Veg. Tempura • Miso Butterfish • Tsukemono • Grilled Salmon • Miso Soup & Rice INCLUDES: MISO SOUP, TOFU, GYOZA, SALAD & TEA • Tea OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH

Fresco Italian Restaurant

Fine Dining Burgundy

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)

THAI CUISINE

• (3) Jumbo

536-3035

SERVING HAWAII SINCE 1977...

Dinner 5:00pm - Closing

2028 Kuhio Avenue Walking distance from all Waikiki Hotels

tel. 951-9355 www.keosthaicuisine.com

Plan Your Next Special Event at Brasserie Now Available thru 9/30/12 Freshly Baked by Royal Garden (No Preservatives added) Dim Sum Served at Lunch Daily

Du Vin

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

545-1115 ALA MOANA HOTEL 3rd Floor • 410 ATKINSON DRIVE • 942-7788 Lunch: Mon – Fri 11am – 2pm • Sat – Sun 10am – 2pm • Dinner: 5:30pm – 10pm 2 4 | D I N I N G O U T | S E P T. 2 3 - 2 9 , 2 0 1 2

1115 Bethel Street www.brasserieduvin.com

Limited Time Only

841-0931

Available Monday thru Thursday

Kam Shopping Center Open 6am Daily

Offer good thru 9/30/12.

Not valid with other offers or discounts.

Katsu Burger Combo Panko Breaded Beef Burger, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion & Katsu Mayonnaise

8

w/ medium fries & drink

$ 55 plus tax

(reg. $11.30) Must present coupon. No substitutions.

Cannot combine w/other specials/discounts. Exp. 9/27/12 McCully Shopping Center Sun-Thurs 10:30am-10pm Fri-Sat 10:30am-10:30pm

946-7474

✁

CHOICE of TWO:

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

1115 Bethel St. 545-1115

Voted Best Thai in Hawaii 15% OFF Take Out Reg. $15.95

Paesano Ristorante Italiano

$

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

BENTO $11.95

Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400

FRENCH

O! SO ON

“Malaysian Laksa” House Noodle and Panya Iced Fruit Tea

Il Lupino

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555 Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321

1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

Top of Waikiki

Hy’s Steak House

Bali Steak & Seafood

ITALIAN

Stage Restaurant

Hoku’s

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

KAPOLEI MARKETPLACE 590 Farrington Hwy

692-9880

PRIVATES PARTIEfor

available ople 20-300 pdeetails Call for

WHERE TO DINE Romanos Macaroni Grill

JAPANESE

Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

Blue Hawaii Sushi

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

Taormina-Sicilian Cuisine

AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222

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

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

Ichiriki

Genki Sushi

227 Lewers St. 926-5050

Kozo Sushi

Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

HONOLULU 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299

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

Kobe Japanese Steak House

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

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

BYOB DURING SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER

10%

OF ALL SOFT DRINK PURCHASES WILL BENEFIT

1

ANY $ 00 FOR DESSERT

Military w/ID receive 10% OFF facebook.com/phomylienhawaii

with purchase of an Entreé

NOW SERVING EVERY FRIDAY

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

Vermicelli Special Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon.

Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 9/30/12

943-8885

Original Coupon required. One discounted item per coupon. Not combinable with any other offer.

No cash value. One coupon per person, per visit.

Exp. 10/31/12.

88 Piikoi St., Honolulu 593-1200 • kissatencafe.com

$1 OFF Any Bread purchases over $4

Sakura Special

$18

Must present coupon • exp. 9/27/12

Dinner Only

DAILY BREAD SPECIALS

2 choices: Sashimi, Tempura, Saikoro Steak, Teriyaki Chicken, Grilled Salmon Includes: Rice, Miso Soup, Side Salad & 2 small dishes.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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SAKURA TERRACE JAPANESE CAFE

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

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

“All Natural no added chemicals”

988-4310 2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

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

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

LITTLE BITES WEDNESDAYS

Buy One Get One 20% OFF!* Try Little Bites on Wednesday, September 26

Receive 2nd plate 20% OFF! BYOB No Corkage Fee!

596-7488

*One offer per person. Good for one plate on 9/26/12.

KAKA‘AKO KITCHEN - Ward Center

September Specials Strawberry Cream Cheese Napple & Strawberry Mahina Pie

KOREAN CUISINE

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

• LUNCH $17.95 10:30AM - 2:30PM • DINNER $25.95 2:30PM-10PM KAL BI, SIRLOIN, CHICKEN, SPICY PORK, FRESH SHRIMP *DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGES WITH THIS AD. EXP. 9/30/12.

Cannot be combined with other offers. Coupon valid for up to 4 people.

hina Pie Strawberry Ma

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

930 McCully St. • 951-0511/951-0611

• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM • CONVENIENT PARKING

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WHERE TO DINE Odoriko Japanese Restaurant 2400 Koa Ave. 923-7368

Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen

KOREAN

Sushi King 2700 S. King St. 947-2836

Red House In Honolulu

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

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

Tanaka of Tokyo

Sumo Ramen

Restaurant Suntory 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

Yakiniku Million 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

MEXICAN Wahoo’s Fish Taco

Sakura Terrace Japanese Cafe 1240 South King Street 591-1181

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

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

Yoshi

Sushi Company

1427 Makaloa St. 941-6891

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

Desserts Galore!

indulgence is closer than you

Try our delicious‌ Ilima and Honolulu Magazine Award-Winning pastries and our 4 or 5 course meals!

think

Bistro & French Pastry Sizzlin’ Prime Time 3 Course Menu for $42.95 Daily 5pm – 6pm

Full Service Catering & Event Planning

739-0993 • 626-5368

3447 Waialae Ave. • jjfrenchpastry.com

Happy Hour Daily in our lounge 5pm – 7pm Wine Wednesdays 25% off bottles of wines

RESTAURANT

538-NEWS(6397) Request a vacation stop • Make a payment Billing or delivery questions • Start a new subscription

922-5511

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

www.ruthschrishawaii.com

$

for 15 add’l wine parings

Buy one dinner entrĂŠe, receive 2nd entrĂŠe

50% OFF

1OFF

valid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad Expires 10/2/12

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE

Any Iced or Hot Latte (between 1– 5PM)

SAT

CALL

restaurantsuntory.com

Waikiki Beach Walk 226 Lewers St. 808.440.7910

FRI

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Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

THUR

677-7744 www.acateredexperience.com Ph:

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Restaurant Row 500 Ala Moana Blvd.

808.599.3860

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999 Bishop St. (First Hawaiian Bank Building Lobby) Monday–Friday 6AM–5PM

306-9284

Robert Cazimero

Jerry Santos & Hula

Brothers Cazimero

Danny Couch

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

WHERE TO DINE NIGHT CLUB M Night Club Honolulu

New Violet’s Grill

Restaurant Row 500 Ala Moana Blvd 529-0010

Kapalama Shopping Center 1210 Dillingham Blvd # 8 841-8535

OKAZUYA

Crab City

3660 on the Rise

2710 S. King St. 946-2073

3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

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A Positive Spin on the Daily Grind

Story by Kyle Galdeira // Photos by Leah Friel

s corporate coffee chain locations continue to pop up seemingly on every corner, a husband-andwife team is bucking the trend with a java jewel nestled in the heart of downtown Honolulu.

Mary and Max Suiter opened Café Central late last year in the First Hawaiian Center lobby, and have been serving gourmet coffee to a wide range of customers looking to escape, albeit briefly, from the hustle and bustle of the work grind.

“This opportunity came up here, and we had been talking to First Hawaiian Center for about five years because the space was just an empty broom closet,” Mary says of the café’s central location. “We decided to do something unique, and it’s a great building. We thought it would be a nice venue for a coffee shop.”

The coffee business is nothing new to the Suiters, as Max and his brother Raymond started Honolulu Coffee Co. in 1990. While both eventually sold

Cafe Mocha ($3.55-$4.65) with assorted pastries

their interests in that company, Raymond now operates his own roasting operation called Kona Coffee Purveyors, and provides the coffee for Café Central. In addition to the Café Central and Kona blends, the café also features regional coffees that rotate monthly.

The gourmet coffee offerings are prepared fresh in a stunning $15,000 La Marzocco coffee machine, that, in stark contrast to many similar shops with automatic machines, is operated manually. Baristas need to time the process perfectly and “pull good shots” to make sure the coffee drinks are made and mixed properly.

“We wanted the business to be all about the coffee,” says Mary, who manages the operation. “The food has really come about since we opened as people have asked for it. We just focus on good quality food, excellent gourmet coffee and we’ll let the customers decide what they like.”

Café Mocha ($3.55 for 12 ounces, $4.25 for 16 ounces and $4.65 for 20 ounces) is just one of the café’s espresso selections featuring the rich, flavorful coffee. In addition to the gourmet coffee, French Press and Pour Over offerings, Café Central also serves up lattes, espresso, macchiato and hot chocolate. For those who prefer an alternative to java, Café Central also offers Smith Tea, a high-end selection that is served hot or cold, depending on the diner’s preference.

Café Central brings in fresh pastries daily from Fendu Boulangerie, and also features fresh bagels, banana bread, cookies and croissants from other local vendors. Asian Chicken Salad ($5.95) and Israeli Salad ($5.95, add 50 cents for chicken and 50 cents for egg) provide diners with fresh accompaniments to their favorite coffee or tea choices.

Turkey Wrap ($6.95) is another popular item, as the whole grain wrap featuring homemade hummus, avocado and pepperoni makes a great grab-and-go alternative to heavy, greasy offerings often

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Co-owner Mary Suiter with Classic Cafe Chicken Club ($6.95) and latte

Asian Chicken Salad ($5.95)

found around town.

Acai Bowls ($6.25) and Smoothies ($4.25) also are popular, especially for breakfast, as diners enjoy the energyproducing, nutrient-rich offerings served with fresh seasonal berries.

“People in the building like to get their day started with Café Central and a good cup of coffee,” Mary says.

“They’ll also pick up one of our breakfast sandwiches or a great yogurt parfait with fresh fruit and granola.”

Turkey Wrap ($6.95)

Israeli Salad ($5.95)

CAFÉ CENTRAL WHERE First Hawaiian Center 999 Bishop St., Honolulu CALL 306.9284 HOURS Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WEBSITE cafecentralhonolulu.com