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Co-owner and executive chef Rodney Uyehara, and co-owner Terry Kakazu present a few of HASR Bistro’s signature creations.

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any Honolulu restaurants are making a mark on the local dining scene with contemporary eats that are trendy, delicious and intricate in preparation and presentation. And while grown-ups may rave about these glamorous eats, they may not necessarily be kid magnets. Living in such a family-oriented community, we can’t forget about the keiki and what satisfies their tummies.

So, this week, being a kid at heart, I ventured to some of my favorite Ono, You Know establishments that I know children will love and can’t wait to chow down at. These following eateries are sure to impress even the most finicky of eaters as these kids meals highlight everything from grilled cheese sandwiches and fries to spaghetti and meatballs, and even steak and shrimp.

It’s time to indoctrinate the next generation of foodies with these kid-friendly favorites!

Kit n Kitchen We’ve hit the jackpot with Euro-Asian cuisine at Kit n Kitchen, as husband-and-wife team Kit and May Yiu continuously present their diners with a variety of new and lavish

ABOVE A kid at heart, the editor presents her favorite Mini Chef Pizza at Kit n Kitchen.

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masterpieces, as well as your go-to classics. Located in Varsity Center on University Avenue and with its most recent location in Pearl City Shops (1029 Makolu St., Suite B) that opened earlier this week, Kit n Kitchen appeals to the masses.

Adults love the hearty fare and decadent desserts here, and the late-night hours are a plus.

Kids also adore the exclusive menu available for those ages 10 and under. And although a little one’s palate may only be developing, Kit n Kitchen presents six delicious entrees for them to select from, including Mini Chef Pizza, Mushroom Alfredo, Meatball Spaghetti,

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Chicken Tomato Spaghetti, Meat Sauce Spaghetti and Garlic Chicken Wings Rice. All priced at $5.95 each, these entrees are kid tested, mother approved!

“Mini Chef Pizza and Meatball Spaghetti are the most

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Mini Chef Pizza features a personal 8-inch thin crust pizza topped with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices,

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Co-owner and executive chef Rodney Uyehara, and co-owner Terry Kakazu

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amper your palate at HASR Bistro when in the mood for superlative melt-inyour-mouth, country-style fare. Co-owner, wine purveyor and restaurateur, Terry Kakazu opened this restaurant on North Pauahi Street with awardwinning executive chef Rodney Uyehara last October, and business has been booming ever since.

“We’re a country-style bistro that specializes in European-American cuisine with an ethnic twist.

We offer comfort food made with passion,” says Kakazu, who’s always wanted to offer her guests quality, fine-dining favorites at affordable prices.

Dining Out recently spoiled ourselves with a visit to HASR Bistro, where Kakazu and Uyehara dished about the bistro’s positive impact on Hawaii’s dining scene.

DO: How did the partnership between you and Chef Rodney come about?

Kakazu: I’ve known Rodney for a while, and when he left the Beachhouse I mentioned to him that we should open a restaurant and that I was looking at a space in Downtown Honolulu. At first he was skep-

STORY BY ALANA FO LEN tical about opening a restaurant downtown, but now he’s a believer. We purchased this space, which was previously owned by Grand Cafe, and the rest is history.

DO: HASR Wine Co., which you also own, has been in business for almost eight years and is adjacent HASR Bistro. With the HASR name already branded and built, did HASR Wine Co. help to bring success to the restaurant?

Kakazu: Yes, all the “who’s who” in the community already knew of us because of HASR Wine Co. My store has at least 500 different labels of wine from around the world, including Australia, New Zealand, Italy and France.

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However, we also specialize in California wines because I love Napa Valley, and we are able to obtain highly allocated wines from small boutique wineries.

HASR Bistro has the biggest wine cellar because you can go next door to purchase a bottle of wine and we don’t charge a corkage fee at the restaurant. Nowadays, the better wines are also more readily available. We have restaurant-only wines as well, but I recommend guests go next door for the best selections. We cater to a vast amount of wine dinners and pupu parties.

DO: Terry, how did your

passion for fine wines come to be?

Kakazu: My interest in wines began almost two decades ago in 1989, but my husband introduced me to elite wines in 1996.

Then, a friend of mine really opened up my eyes to finer wines that were nearly impossible to obtain. These were wines that others could only dream of.

Fresh Big Island Baby Spinach Gnocchi ($16 lunch)

Harris Farm New York Strip ($32 dinner)

DO: HASR is an acronym for Highly Allocated Spoiled Rotten. What’s the meaning behind that?

Kakazu: One day, I was told by some wine representatives that I was spoiled rotten because I had access to all of these highly allocated wines, so that’s how the acronym came to be. From there, I started a wine club called HASR Hawaii and we’d go on tours of Napa Valley every year. That led to HASR Wine Co. and now HASR Bistro.

DO: Chef, tell us about your culinary background.

What are a few of the standout dishes at HASR Bistro?

Uyehara: I was trained at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, N.Y., and upon graduation I worked in New York City for three years before returning to Hawaii. My specialization is in AmericanFrench cuisine, and I incorporate a lot of European flavors with local ingredients that we have in Hawaii.

Our signature dishes at HASR Bistro are Harris Farm New York Strip ($32 dinner) served with stroganoff egg noodles and a peppercorn demi; Grilled Australian Lamb Rack ($36 dinner) with ratatouille and pomegranate sauce; and Braised

Short Rib ($26 dinner), which also features pesto crusted bone marrow and Hamakua mushroom risotto.

Tuesday, we will unveil a new lunch item, Fresh Big Island Baby Spinach Gnocchi ($16) served on a bed of turkey Bolognese drizzled with a balsamic reduction and a hint of fresh herbs. Other lunch favorites include Maryland Crab Reuben Sandwich ($17) and “HB Burger” ($15). I like creating dishes with a lot of bold flavors behind it. It comes down to serving what our customers want.

Kakazu: Chef Rodney is the master of slow cooking and concocting great sauces.

DO: HASR Bistro has such a refreshing atmosphere. It’s a total escape from the hustle and bustle of downtown, correct?

Kakazu: Yes, when you’re enjoying a meal or a glass of wine at HASR Bistro, it doesn’t even feel like you’re downtown. Instead, it feels like you’re somewhere in Europe or Napa Valley. The atmosphere feels very romantic and comfortable — it’s a nice ambiance. We also have happy hour and featured entertainment that adds to the vibe. We have great local entertainers who perform in the courtyard, including TRK — The Rhythm Klub, Ben Vegas and Maila Gibson, Danny Couch, Pat “King” Koh Jazz Ensemble, Taste of Harmony, Roy Hamada and Adney Atabay and more. You can visit, hasrbistro.com for times and the complete lineup.

DO: Who is the clientele at HASR Bistro?

Kakazu: There are a lot of foodies these days, but I

would say we mostly appeal to the young professionals and business professionals, along with families. We can seat 50 people in the dining room, 50 in the courtyard and 26 in the bistro room.

We use the bistro room for private dinners.

DO: What’s in the works at HASR Bistro? What

can diners look forward to?

Kakazu: We’re going to expand the restaurant and also make a lounge where people can enjoy appetizers and listen to great music. We’re changing the menu this week as well. We like to keep things fresh and revamp the menu every three months or so.

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nter into a world of refined elegance at 53 By The Sea, a five-star dining establishment set to captivate its guests in all regards.

Located on Ahui Street, where the former John Dominis once stood, the restaurant resembles a grandiose European mansion accented by Mediterranean and local flair. Once the grand double doors open, patrons are transported into a luxurious oasis complete with an exquisite sweeping staircase, crystal chandelier and picturesque views of Waikiki and Diamond Head through ceiling-high windows.

According to assistant general manager J.R. Hoffman, great attention to detail has been a priority ever since the restaurant’s inception last September.

“The building's architecture was inspired by Iolani Palace, Kawaihao Church, and Alexander and Baldwin Building,” he says.

“Then, when you look at the railings and artwork on the main doors, you’ll notice naupaka engravings.

These details help to create a beautiful first impression.

“We want our guests, both locals and tourists, to make lasting memories here, and the staircase offers many photo opportunities.”

After appreciating the beauty of the entrance, friendly hosts escort you to your appointed table in the private dining room, which comfortably seats 150 guests. There, you’ll peruse the menu of New American fare created by

53 By The Sea resembles a European mansion with local inspiration.

The grand staircase at the entrance of the restaurant.

T’s at 53 Bar serves exquisite cocktails and more.

executive chef Thomas Ho, who previously served as chef de cuisine at Orchids at Halekulani Hotel.

“Thomas is such an artist, presentation is so important for him and he brings so much beauty to each and every dish,” Hoffman explains. “New American fare doesn’t only capture one type of cuisine, instead it breaks the mold and highlights a variety of cuisines. There’s

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a lot of focus on how a dish is put together — it’s very much artistic as it is tasteful.”

Ho incorporates a symphony of culinary styles, concepts and local ingredients into his culinary craftsmanship, with entrees such as 53’s Mushroom Chicken ($35) and the Fresh Catch ($36) taking the spotlight. In fact, 53’s Mushroom Chicken — featuring chicken breast

53’s Mushroom Chicken ($35)

and thigh, served with haricot vert, thyme polenta, oyster and cremini mushroom cream — was originally featured on the restaurant’s lunch menu, but because of popular demand it was quickly added to the dinner menu as well.

“We focus on team service, meaning we always have servers present to cater to every need. I think we’re the only

restaurant in town that still includes white glove service,” Hoffman says, noting that live dinner and latenight music emanating from the Italian-made Fazioli piano always adds a classy touch to every dining experience.

Open daily for lunch and dinner, anytime is the perfect opportunity to pay a visit to this renowned restaurant; especially on weekends, as a dose of 53

By The Sea is all you need to relax and unwind from a hectic work week.

“Our guests enjoy coming here for special occasions such as birthdays and anniversaries,” Hoffman says. “We also always invite everyone to our T’s at 53 Bar before they’re seated to have a cocktail or a glass of champagne.

A lot of patrons like to take advantage of our

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happy hour from 4 to 6:30 p.m. or have an after-dinner drink from our liquor cart to cleanse their palate.

“From first impression to last, we want to offer the best.”

Kitchen INSIDER

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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 gets the inside scoops from Mitsu-Ken’s manager Sherri Kaneshiro, who gives us a little taste of Mitsu-Ken and shares just what fuels her culinary drive.

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Who or what inspires you as a manager? Mitsu-Ken is the creation and dream of my brother-in-law Brad Kaneshiro. Twenty years ago, he dreamed of opening his own okazu, being his own boss and serving the foods he loved. Brad and I always got along very well and realized how well we work together, so when he decided to go for it and make it happen, we de-

cided that I would be the one to run the business operations and give him more time to focus on making incredible food. He and my family are my inspiration.

They keep me going and keep me dedicated to Mitsu-Ken every day.

What is your favorite dish on the menu? Why? Definitely Fried Saimin — I love noodles! When we first

NAME Sherri Kaneshiro TITLE Manager at Mitsu-Ken TRAINING/EDUCATION 25 years in the restaurant industry, 20 years at Mitsu-Ken

opened we didn’t have a noodle dish on the menu. One night, we were at another restaurant and they had a bento similar to ours with fried saimin that was so good.

I turned to Brad and I told him that we had to get a noodle dish on the menu. Now we serve Fried Saimin every day!

Our Fried Saimin has all of the classic ingredients, but what really makes it awesome is Brad’s special sauce.

What is your favorite ingredient to work with? Why?

The noodles! Every day I can smell when the kitchen is cooking up Fried Saimin, and I get excited knowing a fresh batch is about to come out.

Is there a dish that you create that’s not on your menu, but available upon request? We currently don’t have Chicken Katsu or Pork Shoyu on the daily menu, but if you call far enough in advance, Brad can make these items for you.

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Simply the best at Just Pasta

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ith a simple menu chock-full of Italian favorites, Just Pasta is Oahu’s new home for great-tasting pasta dishes at appetizing prices.

Just Pasta made its debut a few weeks ago after being cooked up by the same culinary team that brought the popular Magoo’s Pizza and Blue Water Shrimp & Seafood food trucks to fruition. With fresh ingredients and gourmet preparation techniques playing prominent roles in each dish, Just Pasta satisfies customers with a wide variety of delicious Italian-influenced options supplemented with local flair.

Chef Magdy Elzoheiry brings more than 15 years of experience to the kitchen, and the Kapiolani Community College Culinary Arts graduate also honed his craft in Las Vegas and New York before returning to Honolulu.

“Not only does the food look great — that’s the first impression that the customer gets — but they can expect the best quality,” says Elzoheiry of the dishes that he has mastered throughout his extensive culinary career. “We use fresh produce, and get our fish fresh from the auction every day. Our ingredients are the best you can get locally, and the technique we use to cook our pastas is authentically Italian.”

Just Pasta is conveniently located at the corner of Kapahulu and Kaimuki Avenues, across the street from Crane Park and just up the road from Leonard’s Malasadas. Unlike most takeout establishments, where customers are forced to take their

food to go due to a lack of eating space, Just Pasta provides a large, covered eating area for its guests.

The dining area is just steps away from the takeout window and adjacent Blue Water Shrimp & Seafood truck, and provides room for more than 20 patrons to enjoy their meals in cool, shaded comfort.

Shrimp Scampi ($9.95) has emerged as an early customer favorite, and features plump, juicy shrimp prepared in a white wine, garlic, butter and caper sauce along with diced tomatoes and served on a bed of linguine. Nearly every entrée plate at Just Pasta costs less than $10, adding value to the extraordinary taste and ample portions. As Elzoheiry explains, restaurants typically include 6 ounces of pasta with each dish, while Just Pasta rewards customers with 8- to 9-ounce portions.

“We make an effort to give our customers more food and better value, so that’s what they can expect from us,” Elzoheiry says.

“Just Pasta is all about quality, quantity and everything in between.”

Just Pasta also features Grilled Salmon ($13.95), another extremely popular dish that includes fresh

salmon cooked to perfection atop pasta with a light butter and caper sauce.

Seafood fans may also choose Clams Linguine ($9.95), as a garlic and white wine sauce accompanied by diced tomatoes gives the plentiful pasta additional elements of flavor.

Diners may also choose from traditional favorites such as Meat Balls ($9.95) atop pasta and served with a hearty marinara sauce, and Pomodoro ($9.95) with robust diced tomatoes accompanied by basil and garlic — a perfect veg-

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etarian option.

Additionally, the eatery is able to assist customers with catering requests.

From corporate events to family get-togethers and tailgate parties, the skilled staff is primed to cater events including 50 to 800 people. For more information, call the catering department at 699-8850.

1 Pomodoro ($9.95) 2 Meat Balls ($9.95) 3 Clams Linguine ($9.95) 4 Grilled Salmon ($13.95)

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Them Dining ups the ante with local favorites

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THEM DINING WHERE Waikiki Sand Villa Hotel, 2375 Ala Wai Blvd., Honolulu

y now you may know that Them Dining is an establishment tucked away in Waikiki Sand Villa Hotel that serves highly regarded cuisine to those who have managed to seek out its nearly hidden location.

What you probably don’t know is that the father and son duo of Kazuo and Yushi Shimada are doing such good work in a space most would find small.

Them Dining (a rough translation of Zem Dining,

which means Dream Here) features a mixture of French and Japanese cooking techniques, with a splash of local influence as well. You’re not likely to find a hamburger steak in either Tokyo or Paris, which is too bad, because here at Them Dining, this local lunch favorite is much more than cheap meat and brown gravy.

The tender steak is fried, then baked to maintain its natural juices. Covered with

mushrooms and a red wine demi-glace, the Hamburger Steak Set ($14.50) is smoky with a slight onion finish.

The demi-glace is deep in color and rich in flavor making it a perfect complement to the tangy mixed green salad with shoestring beets that accompany each dish. The order comes with rice and a spaghetti salad that is similar to the typical mac salad we are used to, only better.

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For fans of the other white meat, the Pork Saute with Japanese Sauce ($14.50) is a recommended option. The pork is thin, moist and pan-fried to a golden brown, but it is the sauce that really makes the dish unique. Made of shoyu, green onion, shallots, apple and myoga (a Japanese ginger), the topping is very bright and fresh, yet light enough not to overpower the accompanying protein. The sauce is strong enough to add a distinct flavor that really shows off the mix of cooking cultures Them employs.

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Step Up to the Plate

with Alana Folen

Mor ton’s The Steakhouse

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nly the juciest of secrets are revealed at Morton’s The Steakhouse in Ala Moana Center. This renowned establishment most regarded for its prime cuts of beef gains loyal fans with each and every bite. Whether it’s Fillet Mignon, N.Y. Steak, Porterhouse or Ribeye, carnivores eat up these glorious creations, prepared by executive chef Jean Pierre Maharibatcha, as if they’re made out of gold.

And to take your preferred cut of steak to the next level, Maharibatcha recommends upgrading it to Oscar style — a classic take on surf and turf.

Traditionally veal was the choice cut of meat prepared Oscar style, and it’s said that the dish is attributed to Sweden’s King Oscar II (1829-1907), who was very fond of the combination of veal, white asparagus, lobster and bernaise sauce.

Sometimes this dish is made with chicken or crab as well.

A 12-ounce center-cut fillet mignon is the foundation of this dish. USDA prime aged beef is grain-fed and aged two-and-a-half to three weeks. All steaks are seasoned with a special proprietary blend and broiled at about 1,000 degrees, which quickly sears the exterior of the beef and seals in the juices. “The flavor is extraordinary,” Schoniwitz says.

A creamy bernaise sauce, which can easily be described as a hollandaise sauce with a taragon reduction and a splash of lemon zest, is drizzled atop the masterpiece.

According to Schoniwitz, Beringer Alluviun (2007), a meritage wine, goes exceptionally well with the Oscar-style fillet.

“Fillet Oscar Style is just another option for those who love their surf and turf,” says executive chef Jean Pierre Maharibatcha.

“Oscar style is for the traditionalist. It’s fit for royalty and it’s the ultimate treat,” adds Morton’s general manager Zyron Schoniwitz, adding that even fish can be prepared Oscar style.

MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE Three spears of asparagus are blanched and placed atop the fillet, along with two ounces of lump crab meat, deshelled and cooked to perfection.

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Reel in a catch at JJ Bistro

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tarting today, JJ Bistro French Pastry in Kaimuki debuts a new Fishermen Feast menu along with a Snow in Summer promotion through the end of August, offering 15 percent off its Fishermen Feast seafood items.

The menu is in addition to the original menu which also has been updated with a few new dishes, such as the popular Lobster Pad Thai ($18.95) consisting of stir-fried pho noodles with eggs, special citrus XO sauce and topped with Maine lobster tail.

“Most pad Thai is on the sweet side, but for me, I like citrus flavors,” says chef JJ Luangkhot.

“So, our pad Thai is ‘citrusy’ and tangy, and not spicy.”

Also new on the menu are Grilled New York Steak Brioche ($18.95) served on a mini French butter roll with a mushroom black pepper sauce, and Poached Lobster Tail Double ($28.95).

For appetizers, try the Chef’s Tasting ($8.95) which is not on the menu but is available anytime.

The dish has one-piece each of Crab Rangoon (crab meat with cream cheese, house seasonings, red bell pepper and onion baked in the shape of a mini pot pie), Shrimp Kataifi (sauteed with a sweet chili sauce and served over a bed of filo noodles) and Baked Lobster Avocado (served on French bread with a sweet chili mayo sauce and mozzarella cheese).

As for the new Fishermen Feast menu, seafood choices are Baked Oyster ($14.95 for half dozen), Crawfish ($12.95 per pound), Manila Clams ($12.95 per pound), New Zealand Mussel ($13.95 per pound), Shrimp of de Day ($13.95 per pound),

Snow Crab ($16.95 per pound) and King Crab ($29.95 per pound).

Select your sauce (melted butter, garlic butter, lemon pepper, J’Jun sauce) for $2, and sides (rice, corn, mashed potato) are also $2. “We have been getting good feedback about our J’Jun spicy sauce,” adds Luangkhot.

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“It’s our own creation made with chili, jalapeno and garlic. We are also coming out with a red beancurd sauce soon that goes very well with seafood.”

JJ’s Bistro French Pastry opened in 1995 (first in Aiea before moving to Waialae four years later), and is known for its award-wining EuroAsian fusion cuisine, particularly of French and Laotian influences.

The restaurant is also famous for its desserts, including the signature Chocolate Pyramid and recently added Cherry Cheesecake and New York Colada (New York cheesecake with pineapple).

The lunch and dinner menus are the same, but now there’s happy hour from 2 to 5 p.m. featuring 20 percent off its Fishermen Feast seafood menu. Also, book your party of eight or more at least one day in advance, and receive a free 8-inch cake (tiramisu or banana haupia).

From top to bottom, Luangkhot has masterfully crafted a menu of tasty appetizers, flavorful entrees and decadent desserts that will surely be enjoyed from first bite to last.

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ore than 40 years after Kozo Sushi first opened in Osaka, Japan, the restaurant’s fresh take on fast-food continues to delight diners as they fulfill their cravings for sushi.

Kozo Sushi has grown to include six convenient locations, including Moiliili at 2334 S. King St., and as owner Mika explains, “The fact that we started out in Japan helps to set us apart from the competition.

Kozo Sushi is in fact the No. 1 fast-food sushi chain in Japan, and has the largest number of sushi stores. We also use ingredients and recipes from Japan that have

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been developed over many years.”

Mika says that while Kozo Sushi is a fast-food chain, the main priority is to provide great qual-

ity sushi at reasonable prices. This philosophy allows the restaurant to serve customers who may be pressed for time, such as those stopping

in for a quick lunch or picking up dinner after a long day at work. The sushi recipes blend traditional Japanese flavors and preparation techniques with more mainstream and local flavors and accents that appeal to a broad spectrum of tastes and preferences, while new items are constantly introduced to keep the menu fresh.

“Overall, our menu has a balanced mix of both traditional and localstyle sushi items,” Mika

says. “This is because we want to cater to all kinds of people, from children to adults. We also serve traditional-style items because we want the locals to know more about traditional-style sushi.”

Customers continue to discover new favorites with each trip to Kozo Sushi, including Salmon Lover ($6.15), which includes four pieces of nigiri and four maki pieces featuring the fresh salmon. Ahi Lover ($7.50) also pro-

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vides eight pieces of nigiri-style sushi, including both sashimi and spicy ahi varieties.

Makimono also serve as go-to selections at Kozo, as the eight-piece sets include a wide range of tasty sushi including Spicy Ahi Maki ($6.25), Dragon Maki ($7.25), Teri Chicken Maki ($5.99), Egg Maki ($3.99) and Hurricane Maki ($7.25) — a flavorful concoction of jumbo fried shrimp, salmon, lettuce, green onion, sweet chili sauce, teriyaki sauce, wasabi mayonnaise and barbecue potato chips.

Kozo Sushi also serves up special combo packs, including Sushi-Soba Set ($6.80) with a hearty portion of noodles coupled with five pieces of assorted sushi and Sukeroku Pack ($4.10) with three Inari and four Futomaki pieces.

“To anyone who hasn’t tried Kozo Sushi, we would like customers to know that we have all kinds of sushi, from classic sushi to local fusionstyle varieties,” Mika says. “We also cater items for people who

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1 Cashier Kimiko Kumano with Ahi Lover and Salmon Lover 2 Salmon Lover ($6.15) 3 Sukeroku Pack ($4.10) 4 Egg Maki ($3.99) 5 Sushi-Soba Set ($6.80) 6 Ahi Lover ($7.50)

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cannot eat raw fish or seafood. Also, in recent years we have started to sell high quality bentos and noodle dishes.”

Just in time for the rapidly approaching tailgate party season, as well as those looking to cater family gatherings and business functions, Kozo Sushi offers a host of Party Plates designed to please attendees at any event. Popular options include Deluxe Nigiri Set ($29.99) with 45 pieces of freshly-made sushi, including 27 Nigiri pieces

and 18 Hosomaki pieces.

Kahala Special Plate ($35.99) dishes out 46 pieces of sushi, including 24 Maki sushi and 22 Nigiri selections. The ultimate sushi assortment can be found in Kamaaina Plate ($43.99, order at least two hours in advance, no raw fish), an assortment of 98 pieces including Inari, Maki sushi and Hosomaki.

When it comes to offering some of Hawaii’s freshest and innovative sushi options, Kozo Sushi is definitely on a roll.

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hen co-owners Gilbert Sakaguchi II and Lesly Goo come in for a shift at Blue Water Shrimp and Seafood, they may be working alongside several family members at any given time.

The Kapahulu food truck, which also has locations in Haleiwa and Waikiki at International Marketplace, is a familyowned business that first opened in 2005 in Kahuku. The truck came to Kapahulu last fall.

We have everybody in the family working — aunties, uncles, brothers, sisters,” Sakaguchi says, whose family founded Blue Water and also owns another restaurant.

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hen asked to describe the type of food that Blue Water Shrimp and Seafood serves, coowner Gilbert Sakaguchi II quickly sums it up in one word: Fresh.

“It’s also simple and has more natural flavors,” he says.

In order to ensure that the restaurant is getting the freshest fish available, Blue Water sends a fish buyer to the auction every morning.

“He gets there early — at about 4 a.m. — trying to get the freshest fish he can get, from ahi to opah, mahi mahi and opelu,” Sakaguchi adds.

One example of these fresh caught items is Fresh Caught Opelu ($8.95).

Another popular dish is Mahi Mahi with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce ($9.95), which features tomatoes, cream and Blue Water’s signature seafood stock and its signature garlic butter.

“We pan-sear it and we cook it in its own juices, and add our own stocks and

sauces,” Sakaguchi explains.

But Blue Water isn’t just seafood. BBQ Pork Ribs ($10.95) is also a hit among customers. The dish is bathed in an aromatic, savory barbecue sauce that is Blue Water’s own signature creation.

“We make all of our own sauces,” Sakaguchi says.

“The barbecue sauce is tomato-based. It’s smoky and zesty.”

We are actually known

Co-owner Lesly Goo with Garlic Shrimp

Fresh-caught Opelu ($8.95). Anthony Consillio photos

“I remember working in restaurants since I was 13 years old,” Sakaguchi says.

Much of what the restaurant serves has been passed down from generations.

According to Sakaguchi, his father and uncle are the geniuses behind the restaurant’s tasty creations.

These days, Sakaguchi, who graduated from KCC’s culinary arts program, has a hand in much of Blue Water’s cooking as one of its main chefs.

Blue Water Shrimp and Seafood’s cuisine is proving to have worldwide appeal as well. It recently opened two locations in Japan — one in Yokohama and one in Tokyo. A third is on the way.

Garlic Shrimp ($10.95 for nine pieces)

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Mahi Mahi with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce ($9.95)

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for making our own sauces,” co-owner Lesly Goo adds. “Customers love the lemon caper butter sauce.”

And if you’re going to a food truck with ‘shrimp’ in

BLUE WATER SHRIMP & SEAFOOD WHERE 1006 Kapahulu Ave., Honolulu CALL 735-5083 HOURS Daily, (Breakfast) 7-11 a.m., (Lunch and dinner) 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

its name, you are probably going to want to try the shrimp. Sakaguchi says Garlic Shrimp ($10.95 for nine pieces, and $7.95 for six pieces) is a good way to go.

“That is our signature dish. That is what we are known for.

“We add a lot into the shrimp.

There are 10 different ingredients in our garlic butter alone,” he says.

The side dishes are a draw in themselves. Each plate comes with two scoops of rice (white or brown), and tossed salad or potato salad.

“It is homemade potato salad — a lot of people come for that,” Sakaguchi says.

In addition to these items, Blue Water Seafood and Shrimp also rolls out new specials each day. From clams to lobsters, the specials board may include whatever fresh catch is available that day. Specials change frequently in order to provide regular customers with a variety of dishes.

PATISSERIE LA PALME D’OR WHERE Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

CALL 941-6161 HOURS Monday-Saturday, 9:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.

1 Sweet Cherry Tarte ($4.45) 2 Triple Mango ($4.40) 3 Melon Cup ($3.80) Leah Friel photos

atisserie La Palme D’Or has quickly become a treasure chest for those who like to indulge their sweet tooth.

It’s hard to resist when its glass case of sugary confections tastes just as good as it looks.

Right in time for summer, executive chef Akiko Kimura has recreated some seasonal fruity favorites.

“I like to use fresh fruits to top off the desserts,” she says.

Of course, summer in Hawaii wouldn’t be quite the same without mangoes. The mango-themed desserts La Palme is serving are made with locally grown, 100 percent organic mangoes, straight from a customer’s back yard.

Triple Mango ($4.40) features three harmonious layers of different textures all made with mango. The first is a mango mousse, followed by a mango jelly and topped with fresh cut mangoes and a dollop of cream.

Another mango option is Mango Tarte ($4.25). A tart shell on the bottom is filled with almond cream. It is

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then baked and topped with fresh mangoes.

Sweet Cherry Tarte ($4.45) is similar to the Mango Tarte, but instead utilizes fresh American cherries. Before the tart is baked, Kimura adds a cherry in the middle and cherries also circle a mound of vanilla crème, which is topped with a thin circle of chocolate.

For something with lighter flavors end with

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Kimura’s favorite, Melon Cup ($3.80).

“I think most people like honeydew,” says Kimura.

It is made with refreshing flavors of fresh melon and almond milk mousse.

The mousse is something Kimura creates herself, blending the skin of fresh almonds with milk, which eventually becomes the mousse. The cup is also filled with vanilla sponge cake and topped with jelly that has a hint of lemon and orange, and chunks of honeydew melons.

You’re not going to want to wait until you have a craving to satisfy to make a visit to La Palme, as these are seasonal items.

Here’s a tip: pay a visit to La Palme and order all four before they’re no longer available. Share them (or not) and enjoy.

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Robust flavors rule at Romano’s

S ROMANO’S MACARONI GRILL WHERE Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

CALL 356-8300 HOURS Daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

1 Eggplant Parmesan ($16) 2 Pasta di Mare ($22) 3 Roasted Chicken and Arugula Flatbread ($16) Leah Friel photos

ince 2005, Romano’s Macaroni Grill has b r i g h te n e d Hawaii’s dining scene with its vibrant Italian dishes. From smoldering brick oven pizzas to piles of pasta, the family-style eatery boasts all the classics you could hope for, each of which is jazzed up with the restaurant’s special culinary touches.

The secret to these extra doses of amore, according to executive chef Nawai Kekoolani, is carefully selecting high-quality ingredients that will make every dish pop.

“Being able to give really fresh flavors is important to us,” says the chef, who adds that great customer service is just as imperative to ensuring patrons enjoy their meal. “I always listen to what the guests want and we try to accommodate as much as possible.”

Some of the eatery’s most popular items brilliantly showcase

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Kekoolani’s keen attention to detail. Pasta di Mare ($22), for example, presents a gorgeous seafood medley of scallops, mussels and shrimp tossed with tagliolini (part of the fettuccine family of pasta) in a garlicky white wine, tomato and butter sauce.

“With seafood, you have to be really careful,” says Kekoolani. “You want

to make sure it’s fresh and not overcooked. Especially scallops, you want to make sure they’re nice and moist.”

Alongside Pasta di Mare’s plump, succulent seafood, Roasted Chicken and Arugula Flatbread ($16) brings bursting flavors to the table. Crispy and thin flatbread is loaded with herb chicken, roasted peppers and mozzarella, then fired up in the restaurant’s brick oven. Before it is served, a zesty burst of fresh, lemon-oil tossed 1

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baby arugula is piled on top of the dish along with fresh Parmesan shavings.

“You get a little peppery flavor, you get a little bit of that refreshing lemon — so it’s real robust flavors,” describes Kekoolani.

The flatbread wouldn’t be complete without Romano’s unique caramelized onion pesto made with arugula instead of traditional basil.

This sweet-and-savory spread lends a richness to the dish, blends beautifully with the melted cheese and you won’t find it anywhere else.

Kekoolani also recommends devouring Eggplant Parmesan ($16).

This vegetarian classic is prepared with capellini pomodoro, or angel hair pasta dressed with tomato sauce, as well as mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. The restaurant uses ever-flaky panko breadcrumbs to encrust its eggplant, giving the vegetable an extra crisp shell of goodness.

With Italian favorites that always have a little something extra, you can’t go wrong at Romano’s Macaroni Grill.

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Vegetarians take to Todai

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Todai appeals to vegetarians and sushi fanatics. Rachel Breit photos

hen vegetarians profess to loving sushi, their pescatarian counterparts are often surprised. After all, sushi is all about fresh fish, right? Historically, yes, seafood is a key ingredient, but the primary, can’tdo-without, base ingredient is rice, often wrapped in nori. Today, sushi has kept with the health trend favoring vegetable offer-

ings by housing numerous varieties and mixes of fresh veggies in the center of the rice rolls.

Though sushi is ubiquitous on our sea-soaked Islands, one place stands out.

Todai Waikiki is a veritable heaven for sushi lovers. By buffet opening time, a packed line trails out the front door, waiting to sample the endless selection that spreads from one end of the room to the other.

This isn’t the typical countertop sushi shop, nor kaiten, or conveyor belt, sit down dining. Todai offers something much more elaborate, boasting a huge variety at several substantial sushi stations.

The area serving Custom Hand Rolls ― adjacent to a salad bar and a separate salad station with prepared salads ― presents glass trays on ice, loaded with sushi selections. Vegetarian

House-made desserts that transport you to the south of France

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rasserie Du Vin does French cuisine right, and it’s no different when it comes to desserts.

The establishment’s pastry chef, Lisa Simulinas, serves up amazing desserts that satisfy not only your tummy but also your wallet.

Chocolate Souffle ($10; $13, ala mode) is made with 55 percent cacao chocolate along with crème

Right The Petit Four includes Flourless Chocolate Cake ($1), Madeleines (75 cents), Walnut Shortbread Cookies (75 cents), Cardamom Puffs ($1) and Chocolate Sable Cookies (75 cents) Far Right Chocolate Souffle ($10; ala mode, $13)

anglaise. Make sure you order this dessert ahead of time, as it requires about 20 minutes to prepare.

“The soufflé is very traditional, a very classic French dessert,” explains Simulinas. “It is a very sensitive dessert. It’s very airy, very delicate. It’s very good after a steak.”

The Devil’s Food Cake ($7) is Simulinas’ “baby”

and is served with burnt caramel mousse and chocolate ganache (with a touch of gold dust atop).

Don’t be fooled by the seemingly dense texture.

The Devil’s Food Cake is light and fluffy — everything you want in a mini cake and more. The only thing devilish about it is its sinfully addictive flavor.

Vanilla Bean Crème

Brulee ($8) is a classic French dessert that features vanilla custard sprinkled with a bit of sugar and torched at the very end.

Brasserie Du Vin’s crème brulee is light and sweet, and served with fresh strawberries.

The Petit Four includes Flourless Chocolate Cake ($1), Madeleines (75 cents), Walnut Shortbread Cookies

norimaki (nori roll) specialties, rolled and shaped into an attractive teardrop shape, include a roll stuffed with choy sum, tomato and cucumber, and a second roll featuring daikon pickle, red bell pepper, tomato and cucumber. A third option is rolled in a furikake finish, with a stuffing of bell pepper, pickle, choy sum and cucumber.

The rolls are part of the buffet experience, which is priced at $11.98 Monday through Friday and $15.98 Saturday through Sunday for lunch, and $25.98 Monday through Thursday and $26.98 Friday through Sunday for dinner. Prices go up at dinner, reflecting a broader seafood menu.

In addition to the salad and sushi roll stations are areas with hot selections, a tempura bar, noodle bar and dessert bar with sugary bites of cheesecake,

(75 cents), Cardamom Puffs ($1) and Chocolate Sable Cookies (75 cents). The Flourless Chocolate Cake takes you on an amazing bite-sized journey through the land of desserts that satisfies your sweet tooth.

(Each pastry is available for individual purchase.)

Brasserie Du Vin is located across from the historic Hawaii Theatre in Chinatown, and is perfect for lunch on the patio or an intimate dinner. And as we all know, desserts are good any time of the day.

TODAI RESTAURANT WHERE 1910 Ala Moana Blvd.

CALL 947-1000 HOURS Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Dinner: Monday-Thursday, 5:30-9 p.m., Friday-Sunday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

tiramisu and lots more, but also an impressive array of fruits in a rainbow of colors: pineapple, watermelon, papaya, oranges, honey dew, cantaloupe and banana.

Even for vegetarians, a buffet lunch for $11.98 is a steal.

Contact Rasa Fournier at diningout@staradvertiser.com

BRASSERIE DU VIN WHERE 1115 Bethel St., Honolulu CALL 545-1115 HOURS Monday through Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (lunch), 4 p.m. to closing (dinner) WEB BrasserieDuVin.com

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Kobe’s Child Hibachi Steak ($16.95)

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chicken and mushrooms, and a dash of parsley adds the finishing touch. Then, for the keiki who are oodle for noodles, Meatball Spaghetti offers good old fashioned spaghetti doused with tomato sauce and homemade meatballs.

“We really do our best to make the kids feel at home here,” Kit confirms. In fact, each table is lined with sheets of white paper and a cup of Crayons, so the youngins’ can doodle away between bites.

Kit n Kitchen Varsity Center 1010 University Ave. (and Pearl City location) 942-7622

Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi Bar Magic happens every night at Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi Bar in Waikiki as top chefs enthrall diners young and old with a show unlike the rest. Here at this awardwinning teppanyaki-style restaurant, each teppanyaki table serves as a stage on which chefs slice, dice and toss an array of ingredients together to create ideal surf-and-turf dinner entrees right before your very eyes.

Kobe’s Child Teppan Shrimp ($18.95)

For the keiki, especially, excitement kicks up a notch as chefs such as Master Chef Lester Nishida interacts with them, telling jokes and performing magic tricks.

However, it’s the Kobe Loves Kids section of the menu that wins major points with these young food enthusiasts.

“The concept started with the original restaurant owner Rod Gardiner, when he had two children of his own,” says general manager Roy Nakamura. “He wanted a no-fuss dinner for the kids — which Kobe made no profit from — just to aid the parents. We have continued this concept and by popular demand actually added a Child Teppan Shrimp dinner (seven pieces, $18.95).”

Original entrees specifically for children also include Child Hibachi Steak (5-ounce top sirloin, $16.95) and Child Teri Chicken (4-ounce portion, $13.95). No matter what your child’s dinner preference is, each meal also comes with a grilled shrimp appetizer, shabu shabu soup, teppan vegetables and ice cream for dessert.

“Child Steak and Child Shrimp Dinner are enjoyable for the kids,” Nakamura says.

These two dishes are seasoned much like our adult dinners, with some butter and a little salt and pepper. We also serve them

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with our mustard and ginger sauces.”

From the interactive dining experience to the kid-friendly cuisine, there are so many reasons why kids love Kobe!

Kobe Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

Wailana Coffee House No matter the time of day, Wailana Coffee House is buzzing with a melting pot of patrons, all with one common thread — they’re all anticipating the local comfort food the acclaimed restaurant is known for. Situated in the heart of Waikiki on the corner of Ala Moana Boulevard and Ena Road at what was once the original Kapiolani Drive Inn in the 1950s, Wailana Coffee House boasts friendly service and yummy grinds at affordable prices. Now, that’s a winning formula.

And the keiki (ages 9 and under) will get a kick out of Wailana’s kids value meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We all know that dining out with the children can cost big bucks, but for only $2.25, youngsters can rise and shine with a choice of Pancake, Link Sausage and One Egg (choice No. 1) or Two Strips of Bacon, One

Wailana’s Pancake, Link Sausage and One Egg ($2.25 choice No. 1 breakfast) and Two Strips of Bacon, One Egg and Toast ($2.25 choice No. 2 breakfast)

Egg and Toast (choice No. 2). Then, for lunch and dinner, the options are endless.

Cutie patooties will jump for joy over Grilled Cheese Sandwich with fries, Hot Dog with fries, Cheeseburger with fries, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce and Garlic Bread, Fish and Chips, Beef Stew and Rice, and Macaroni and Cheese. All lunch and dinner options are priced at $2.50 each and are served with a small soda.

These simple classics are sure to appease young palates. Oh, to be a kid again!

Wailana Coffee House 1860 Ala Moana Blvd 955-1764

A floating haven for local comfort food

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PAGODA RESTAURANT WHERE 1525 Rycroft St., Honolulu CALL 948-8356 HOURS Breakfast: Daily, 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m-2 p.m.

Happy Hour: Daily, 3:30-6:30 p.m.

Dinner: A la carte 5-9:30 p.m., nightly; Buffet 5-9:30 p.m.

Friday-Sunday Sunday Brunch: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

1 Furikake Opah with Sizzling Garlic Ginger Sauce ($12) 2 Reuben ($12) 3 Mr. Park's Oxtail Ramen ($14) 4 Executive Chef Jason Takemura with Mr. Park's Oxtail Ramen Rachel Breit photos

harcuterie is a buzzword you should get to know.

Though foreign in origin, the word is used to describe something that is probably already near and dear to your heart. We’re talking about the craft of preserving meat: cooking, curing or smoking it. And at Pagoda Restaurant, it’s only a sandwich away.

Inspired by visits to New York City delis and his own hobby of smoking meat, Pagoda’s executive chef Jason Takemura puts his own spin on the classic, loveable Reuben ($12).

While a Reuben sandwich may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of local comfort food, it’s the local ingredients, down to the grass-fed Big Island beef briskets, that make this sandwich crave-worthy.

Takemura brines the briskets in house for 10 to 12 days, then smokes and slices them thinly — his own take on old-school pastrami. The sauerkraut, Russian dressing and horseradish aioli are also made in house, and the marbled rye is sourced locally. The sandwich is grilled till the Swiss cheese melts, and served with your choice of sides such as sweet potato fries, onion rings or ’Nalo Farms salad.

It’s a bite of the Big Apple at home.

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From the sea comes another taste of local comfort: Furikake Opah with Sizzling Garlic ginger Sauce ($12). The fur i k a ke - e n c r u s t e d fresh catch is served on a bed of Asian stir-fried vegetables (baby bok choi, won bok and red bell pepper) and topped with sizzling sauce. The sesame oil-based sauce and furikake combine and take the fresh fish to new heights, without weighing it down.

“We always try to center our menu around fresh fish,” explains Takemura.

Those with a large lunchtime appetite can thank Mr. Park for his contribution to the menu. Mr. Park’s Oxtail Ramen ($14) is a steaming bowl of Pagoda’s famous oxtail soup with the addition of ramen and shrimpshiitake dumplings.

Mr. Park, a loyal regular at the eatery (“He was here this morning,” says Take-

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mura), wanted a way to get the most out of the star anise and gingerspiced soup broth. With the addition of fresh ramen noodles, the dish was born.

To achieve the rich flavor of the soup, Takemura cooks the oxtails twice, slow braising them for hours. “We have the best trim on the island,” he says.

It’s a leaner trim that’s still tender, so you get the flavor without the fat.

If you’re in a rush on your lunch break, Pagoda is happy to take pre-orders and takeout orders. Call and place your order so

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930 McCully St. ĂĽsĂĽ

Monday-Sunday 10:30am to 8:00pm

www.themandalayhawaii.com

JOIN US FOR LUNCH! DAILY 11AM-3:30PM TRY ONE OF OUR DELICIOUS $10 LUNCH SPECIALS • PRIME ANGUS BURGER • MAHIMAHI SANDWICH • MAHIMAHI FISH ‘N CHIPS • TROPICAL CHOP SALAD

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HAPPY HOURS SPECIALS

Imported Noodles

2:30 - 5:30pm daily

Pork Chop Bun Macau Style

735-3888

$15.95 Adults (reg. $17.95) $14.95 Seniors over 60 (reg. $16.95) $7.95 Keikis 4 to 12 (reg. $8.95)

Our regular menu is also available all day.

2919 Kapiolani Blvd.

Market City Shpg Cntr

735-5544

ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER, BLDG. C, LEVEL 3 VALIDATED PARKING WOLFGANGSSTEAKHOUSE.NET

M - F 10am -12midnight SAT 8am -12midnight SUN 8am -10pm

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

$238 For a Table of 10

1055 Alakea Street FREE PARKING Mon-Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun

SUMMER SEAFOOD FEAST

Saturdays and Sundays 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

$3.95

sssssss

808.922.3600

is a Crowd Pleaser!

Garlic Chicken!

Pupu Platters available starting at $16 (2-days advance notice needed)

2300 N. King Street (across New City Nissan)

848-5573

Kalbi with Onion Bun Korean Style

$3.95 __________ Pizza

$6.95 _________ Domestic Beer

$2.50 And many more

$1 OFF Any Bread purchases over $4

OKAZU & CATERING

NEW LOCATION

OPEN ‘til Midnight (Monday thru Saturday)

Won Ton Noodles s Pasta s Risotto s Burgers s Sandwiches s Pizza s Salads s Soups

Company Coming?

Home of the Famous

2 0 | D I N I N G O U T | J U LY 2 8 - A U G . 3 , 2 0 1 3

BUFFET

525-8585

Mandarin Potsticker; Pepper Salt Shrimp; Roast Duck; Lemon Chicken; Ma Po Tofu; Hee Hing Special Cake Noodle; Steamed Rice $57 for Four (reg. $67)

Introductory Special

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

Chinese Cultural Plaza 100 N. Beretania St., Suite 105 540-1000

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

CHINESE BUFFET BRUNCH (Over 18 items including salads, dim sum, soup, Chinese entrees such as Pickled pig’s feet, chicken oyster sauce, braised beef....)

A ďŹ ne steak. A ďŹ ne experience.

3040 A Ualena Street 834-4423

Larry’s Bakery

WEEKEND CELEBRATION LUNCHEON AT HEE HING

filet mignon,10 ounces

Regal Bakery

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

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

Peking Duck • Pepper Salt Shrimp Seafood Tofu Soup • Duck E Mein Garlic Scallion Poached Maine Lobster Roasted Garlic Chicken Dungeness Crab General Tso Style Stir Fried Fish Fillet with Chinese Peas $279 Table of Ten (reg. $299) $150 Table of Five

A prime cut from the tenderloin of beef, exceptionally textured and uniquely tender.

Located inside of Zippy’s

Fendu Boulangerie

Eggs n’ Things Ala Moana

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

Catering

Napoleon’s Bakery

BAKERY

Lunch Dinner

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DAILY BREAD SPECIALS MONDAY Ciabatta TUESDAY Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread WEDNESDAY Sundried Tomato Cheesebread THURSDAY Foccacia Derecco FRIDAY Walnut Raisin SATURDAY Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread SUNDAY Buckwheat Fig “All Natural no added chemicals�

Tues-Sat 5am-1pm Sun-Mon Closed

9 -4 10 7OODLAWN $R s -ANOA -ARKETPLACE

Mon-3AT Am-7pm; 3UNDAY Am- PM

-UST PRESENT COUPON s EXP

WHERE TO DINE CAFE

Makino Chaya 98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

CHINESE 923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

2490 Kalakaua Ave. 921-6111

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

Kissaten Stadium Mall 4510 Salt Lake Blvd.

486-3311

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

111 N. King St. 521-8268

88 Piikoi St. 593-1200

Stadium Camellia Restaurant

590 Farrington Hwy. 692-9880

Canton Seafood Restaurant

Anytime Cafe

Oceanarium Restaurant

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant 3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

CATERERS A Catered Experience

Todai Waikiki

Little Village Noodle House

Hee Hing Restaurant

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

677-7744

1910 Ala Moana Blvd.

947-1000

1113 Smith St. 545-3008

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

indulgence $

RECEIVE A

6 DISCOUNT

on a Second Dinner OR A $

3 DISCOUNT

when Dining Alone Must present coupon (No take outs) Not valid with any other discount offers.

Expires 8/31/13

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

Buy 1 Plate, Get the 2nd

50% OFF

$1 OFF

10% OFF

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

With Purchase of a Pepsi Fountain Drink

The coupon is valid at participating locations.

Sizzlin’ Prime Time 3 Course Menu for $45.95 Daily 5pm – 6pm

Coupon required. Coupon cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid at participating locations only. Participation and offers may vary.

Other restrictions may apply. See stores for details.

Not all locations may participate. Expires 8/1/13.

Try Our Marinated Fried Chicken!

“Marinated in a Light Teri Sauce then Deep Fried.

Very Tasty!”

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN

Serving Hawaii for 77 Years!

688-8891 • 735-5083 • 735-5084

2746 Kaimuki Ave

732-1656

5% OFF

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

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

Open Daily 7am-10pm

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon)

think

WWW.HAWAIIANBARBECUE.COM

with coupon

1006 Kapahulu Ave.

is closer than you

Chicken Katsu Regular Plate!

2nd entree of equal or lesser value.

Cannot combine w/ other discounts/offers.

Exp. 8/4/13.

(Corner of Kaimuki Ave/Kapahulu Ave)

One Week Only!

www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

2012

Restaurant Row 500 Ala Moana Blvd.

808.599.3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 226 Lewers St. 808.440.7910

Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items

Excludes Set Menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. 5%, 10% and lobster special not to be combined with any other offer/discounts/ specials. Expires 8/31/13.

Must present coupon.

2013 FIRST PLACE

www.ruthschrishawaii.com

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

Celebrating 11 Years!

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

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

5% OFF

(Charge) s 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 8/31/13. Must present coupon.

$2.00 OFF

ALOHA SET

43 pcs.

Reg. $25.99

One coupon per order. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 8/9/13.

www.kozosushihawaii.com

Pearl City

by Wal-Mart 455-6805 Kahala Mall 738-5696 (KOZO)

Moiliili 951-5696 (KOZO)

Keeaumoku

by Wal-Mart 946-5696 (KOZO)

Pearlridge 483-6805

D I N I N G O U T | J U LY 2 8 - A U G . 3 , 2 0 1 3 | 2 1

WHERE TO DINE Mandalay (The)

Fairwood Drive Inn and Pho 27 Vietnamese Cuisine

Seafood Village

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

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

JJ Bistro & French Pastry 3447 Waialae Ave. 739-0993

3221 Waialae Ave. Suite 21 739-6688

Maple Garden

909 Isenberg Street 941-6641

FAMILY DINING

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

515 Ward Ave. 593-2800

Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant

Asian Mix

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

237 Kalihi St. 845-0320

888 Kapahulu Ave. 734-7345

Asahi Grill Ward

Liliha Square, 524-1628

Kahai Street Kitchen

Good To Grill

Kenny’s Restaurant

HASR Bistro

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

31 N. Pauahi Street 533-4277

Kenny’s Hawaiian BBQ

Henry Loui’s

1234 South Beretania St. 521-1688

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2nd oor 922-3333

2850 Paa St. 833-3728

WWW.ACATEREDEXPERIENCE.COM

Large 1/3 lb.

Beef Burger or Teriyaki Burger Curly Fries & “All You Can Eat�

Salad Bar! 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM

8

$ 95

We Deliver!

Need delicious dishes? Simply select the items you want and have us deliver them hot!

*Additional fees apply.

ENJOY OUR DELICIOUS NEW $10 LUNCH SPECIALS DAILY, 11AM~5PM •

@ WARD

• A MINI LOCO MOCO MADE WITH OUR PORK, BEEF & VEAL MEATBALL & A MUSHROOM MARSALA GRAVY A MINI CAESAR SALAD, OR

•

INSALATA DI ANGULIA WATERMELON, BASIL, PINE NUTS, GOAT CHEESE & A BALSAMIC GLAZE

ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER VALIDATED PARKING WWW.ILLUPINO.COM • 808.922.3400

Great for get-togethers, outdoor parties and other summer activities.

$28.50

includes: Whole Max’s Fried Chicken, Lumpiang Shanghai, Pancit (choice of Bihon, Canton, Miki Bihon)

JE =E EDBO

Order now and get a FREE Max’s ecobag!

WAIPAHU SHOPPING PLAZA 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 Waipahu, Hawaii 96797

801 DILLINGHAM BLVD. (next to Costco Iwilei) Honolulu Hawaii 96817

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J Moss & Jarvis Wine Dinner

Wednesday July 31st ~ 6:30pm

SUPER SPECIAL

14.95

-6/$) $17.95

$

%*//&3 $25.95

$

10:30 AM -2:30 PM 2:30 PM -10:00 PM

22.95

*MUST PRESENT COUPON AND MINIMUM OF 2 ADULTS TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT. SPECIAL VALID ONLY ON ADULT PRICES. EXP.7/31/13.

TO START

3RD COURSE

Sweet Bread Katsu Miso Viso Vinaigrette, Nalo Greens J Moss Chardonnay 2010

Foie Gras Ravioli Smoked Ham Hoc Double Consomme, Shitaki Chips Jarvis Cab Franc 2007

2ND COURSE

FINALE

Stuffed Peking Duck Breast Curry Couscous Jarvis Merlot 2009

Meat Platter Roasted Boneless Veal Ribeye Aussie Wagyu Strip Loin Lamb Osso Buco Jarvis Lake William 2007 J Moss Oakville 2010 J Moss Rutherford 2006

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2 2 | D I N I N G O U T | J U LY 2 8 - A U G . 3 , 2 0 1 3

Cost: $100 plus tax & gratuity

HASR BISTRO

KOREAN CUISINE ,"- #* 4*3-0*/ $)*$,&/ 41*$: 103, '3&4) 4)3*.1

STEAMED FISH

SO ONO!

CHOOSE FROM 3 DELICIOUS PANINIS

•

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

CALL FOR DETAILS!

677-7744

533-HASR

)' D FWkW^_ Ij$ š ^WihX_ijhe$Yec Lunch Mon-Sat 10:30am-2:30pm Tapas Tues-Sat 2:30pm-4:30pm Dinner Tues-Sat 5:00 pm-10:00 pm (Last Seating 9:30pm)

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

515 WARD AVE.

1/2 price

593-2800

Dessert

For every Large Plate Purchase Monday 5pm to Wednesday 9:30pm Dinner only. Mention this ad to receive discount. Dinner only.

restaurantepichawaii.com

1131 Nu‘uanu Ave.s 587-7877

Reservations Recommended Validated Parking Available

WHERE TO DINE Kit N Kitchen

Molly’s BBQ & Seafood

Pagoda

1029 Makolu St. Pearl City 294-5888

Regal Diner

Restaurant Epic

58 Locations in Hawaii 951-9888

1130 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-2233

A customer favorite, now with EVERYDAY low prices

Prime Rib au jus

While Supplies Last

Served with veggies, choice of starch and side of horseradish

Regular Cut was $25.99 $

NOW 19.95

INDULGE

Fast s Friendly s French

Lunch at Brasserie Du Vin Full Service Monday - Saturday, 11:30 to 4:00

SENIOR DISCOUNT

BBQ TURKEY CLUB

One coupon per person per visit. Not combinable with any other offers. Exp. 8/31/13.

2490 KALAKAUA AVENUE, HONOLULU, HI 96815

ON ALL DINNER NABE s 5-6pm M-F

NEW ($9.75 value)

(808) 921-6111

25% OFF

Zippy’s

(Available for a LIMITED TIME at our Piikoi Location Only!)

CALL TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Kam Shopping Center

1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

$6.50 with Coupon

NOW 25.95

841-0931

Wailana Coffee House

Call the one nearest you

Kenny’s Cut was $30.99 $

OPEN 6AM DAILY

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WAIMALU ĂĽ+AMĂĽ(WY ĂĽĂĽsĂĽ WAIPAHU ĂĽ7AIPAHUĂĽ$EPOTĂĽ3T ĂĽĂĽsĂĽ EWA BEACH SHOPPING CENTER ĂĽ&ORTĂĽ7EAVERĂĽ2D ĂĽĂĽsĂĽ

New Eagle Cafe

Hilton Waikiki Beach on Kuhio 2500 Kuhio Avenue 922-0811

Tony Roma’s

Shiro’s Saimin Haven

McCully Shopping Center 1960 Kapiolani Blvd, #102 941-3886

MAC 24/7

Outrigger Reef on the Beach

1131 Nuuanu Ave.

AIRPORT 3040A Ualena St. 834-4423

L&L Drive Inn

Shore Bird Restaurant

1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356

WAHIAWA 23 S. Kamehameha Hwy. 621-4858

1010 University Avenue

BYOB

kissatencafe.com

24-HOUR CAFE

JAPANESE NOODLE SHOP

"2%!+&!34s,5.#(s$)..%2 88 Piikoi St., Honolulu 96814 593-1200

,5.#(s$)..%2ĂĽ !- 02250 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu 96815 922-3366

Happy Moon Festival Now Available thru 9/19/13

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**55 & up, up to 4 people. Not valid with other offers**

THREE GREAT LOCATIONS! AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222

HONOLULU 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299

KANEOHE 46-047 Kam Hwy 236-2299

Enter To Win

2013 FIRST PLACE

A Trip For Two To

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Consolation Prize: 1-month supply of Zip Pacs, Hawaii’s Best Bento!

ALA MOANA HOTEL 3rd FLOOR s !4+).3/. $2)6% s Lunch: Mon – &RI Am – PM s 3At – 3UN Am – PM s Dinner: Pm – PM

Available Daily

Available Daily

HAMBURGER STEAK $6.99

PRIME BURGER $4.99

Fast Food

With French Fries

Fast Food

Available from July 1 - 31, 2013. Dine-In Restaurant Prices: Hamburger Steak, $7.99. Prime Burger Combo with French Fries, $6.99. Prices may vary at locations. Must be a Hawaii resident 21 years of age or older to win the Grand Prize and 18 years of age or older to win Consolation Prize.

No purchase necessary, other restrictions may apply. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offers, coupons or discount cards. No Substitutions allowed. While supplies last. For complete rules and information see stores or visit www.zippys.com.

D I N I N G O U T | J U LY 2 8 - A U G . 3 , 2 0 1 3 | 2 3

WHERE TO DINE Bali Steak & Seafood

FILIPINO Max’s Of Manila WAIPAHU 94-300 Farrington Hwy HONOLULU 801 Dillingham Blvd.

951-6297

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

1040 Richards St. 533-3334

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $15.95 Complete Dinner

Bulgogi Pokum – Marinated beef

FREE

(past McCully St.)

(808) 947-5919

MANDOO

Our Broths are made from scratch with no MSG!

This coupon offer not valid with other specials or discounts. Valid thru 08/31/2013. Limit 5 coupons per order.

Kaimuki Shopping Center 734-8232

mamaya 15% OFF

739-8760

2080 S. King Street

ribeye stir-fried with sweet potato with each noodles, round onion, carrots and green Bulgogi Pokum or onion. Served on a bed of “Hapa-rice” Regular/Combo (brown & white rice) and your choice of Plate.

(4) vegetables, 13 varieties to choose from

(Lower Level) Formerly in Aina Haina Shopping Center

For Reservations

Try our Vegetable Cold Noodles with Vegetarian Gyoza!

FOUR

& after 10:30 p.m.

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

1310 Pali Hwy 521-5552

Korean Hibiscus BBQ

$11.45 Complete Lunch

Friday & Saturday 5:30 – 9:30 pm

People’s Cafe

Ala Moana Hotel 36th Floor 949-3636

New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm

SEAFOOD BUFFET

HAWAIIAN

The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

53 Ahui Street 536-5353

1115 Bethel St. 545-1115

1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

Hy’s Steak House

Fifty Three By The Sea

Brasserie Du Vin

Stage Restaurant

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

FINE DINING

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, Bldg C, Level 3 2301 Kalakaua Ave. 922-3600

FRENCH

Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

Hoku’s

1310 Pali Hwy 521-5552

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse

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

Cafe Julia @YWCA

People’s Cafe

BOUNTY Y theof SEVEN SEAS AS AS

Plumeria Beach House

Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321

ALL FOOD ITEMS

Mon: 5-10pm | Tues-Fri: 11am-2:30pm/5-10pm Sat: 11am-10pm | Sun: 11am-9pm

TASTY JAPANESE & AMERICAN CUISINE

SUMMER NIGHT

SPECIALS 6pm - 9pm

present coupon before ordering. one coupon/group. cannot be combined with other offers.

(1) glass of wine red or white $12

EARLY night (2) pupus small

AT

THE KAHALA

HOTEL & RESORT www.kahalaresort.com

947-2836

Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

HAWAIIAN & FILIPINO FOOD

SPECIAL OF THE WEEK

LUNCH OR DINNER buy 1 Plate, RECEIVE 2ND at

50% OFF

Broiled SALMON Miso BUTTER FISH SALMON Dynamite With valid Military ID. Cannot be combined with other offers/specials. EXPIRES 8/15/13

Pearl Kai Shopping Ctr. • 98-199 Kamehameha Hwy A-7B

• LAU LAU, TERI SHORT RIBS & SHRIMP COMBO

MON-SAT 6:30AM - 8PM • SUN 6:30AM - 5PM 1310 PALI HWY. • 521-5552

NEW LOCATION NOW OPEN! 1148 BISHOP ST.

now thru 7.31.13

2375 ala wai blvd. (waikiki sand villa) DINNER mon-sun 6:00pm - 9:30pm reservations preferred BAR tues-sat 9:30pm - midnight call 888-5563 validated parking

Lunch $ Daily 11am-3pm 1495 Dinner Sun-Thurs 5pm-9pm

10% OFF

Entire Menu

with coupon, valid Mon-Thurs

2495 The Original

$

BYOB

BIRTHDAY SPECIAL All-You-Can-Eat Yakiniku Buffet.

Includes hot Birthday Meal Must be on exact birthday, ID required entree bar.

50% OFF

Cannot be combined with other offers. Senior Discount - Everyday Military Discount - Mon-Thurs Limit one offer per party. Exp. 8/2/13

Stadium Mall 4510 Salt Lake Blvd. 486-3311

10% OFF ENTIRE MENU

Must present coupon. Excludes beverages. Expires 8/15/13

www.mccullysc.com • Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana Street 1960 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 204, Honolulu, HI 96826 • 955-7770 2 4 | D I N I N G O U T | J U LY 2 8 - A U G . 3 , 2 0 1 3

$9

reg $12

Lunch Pasta Course $13

Fri/Sat 5pm-10pm

No substitutions. Discount applies to lesser value plate. Offer not valid with other offers/discounts.

Must present coupon. EXPIRES 8/1/13

492-1863

Mon-Sat 10am-7:30pm • Sun 10am-5pm

9pm - closing (1) glass of Asahi draft beer (2) pupus small

LATE night

Lunch 11:30am-2pm U Dinner 5:30pm-9:30pm Three Assorted Appetizers House Salad Pasta

Happy Hour 8:30pm-Close

20% OFF Food U Drink Specials Closed Every Other Sunday. Closed 8/4

1341 Kapiolani Blvd. #101

951-9000 FREE PARKING

www.mimasuyaitaliano.com

WHERE TO DINE ITALIAN

JAPANESE

Il Lupino

2080 S. King Street 947-5919

Genki Sushi

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

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

Taormina-Sicilian Cuisine 227 Lewers St. 926-5050

Hi

SUMMER SPECIALS! Crispy Gau Gee Mein

Shrimp with Egg Chow Funn

Kozo Sushi

Not combinable with other offers/discounts.

Discount not valid for CafĂŠ Latte Flavor.

Valid w/ coupon thru 8/1/13

Restaurant Suntory

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

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM 10:00 PM – 2:00 AM Kirin Draft $3 glass / $10 pitcher Longboard & Heineken $3 Bud Light $3

SMOOTHIE (No coupon Necessary)

Waimalu Shopping Center 98-042 Kamehameha Hwy #3 Open daily 10am-9pm

955-3388

3196 Waialae Ave. 888-5975

Happy Hours

Limited Time!

ENTIRE BILL CAFÉ LATTE

OPEN DAILY: 10am — midnight 923 KEEAUMOKU ST.

Restaurant & Bar Ko

1427 Makaloa St. 955-8528

Sandwich Vietnamese Fast Food, Smoothies & & Drink Bubble Tea

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

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Japanese Restaurant Aki

10% OFF 20% OFF

$6.99 $7.99 ...and more Best Cantonese Cuisine

Ichiriki AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222 HONOLULU 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299 KANEOHE Kaneohe Bay Shopping Center 46-047 Kamehameha Hwy. 236-2299

Mimasuya

1341 Kapiolani Blvd #101 951-9000

Kobe Japanese Steak House

Chinese Cultural Plaza 100 N. Beretania St. 536-3035

Chinpei Ramen

Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

12 Two-Choice Dinner Plate $15 Nabe (Minimum 2 orders) $

10 Loco Moco

$

Military receive 10% off w/ valid ID

487-7372

Early Bird Specials

OPEN DAILY 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM

Expires 8/1/13

1427 Makaloa St. • 955-8528

10.95 per person

$

Specials not valid on Holidays. Advance Reservations required, please call 971-1818.$3 self park validation only.

Seafoodvillagehawaii.com Ask about our Kama‘aina Discount

Hyatt Regency Resort& Spa-Street Level•2424 Kalakaua Ave., Ewa Tower

10 person minimum

Chicken Salad w/Oriental Dressing 4 TYPES OF DIM SUM (BBQ Pork, Chive Dumpling, Pork Hash, Seafood Dumpling) Beef & Broccoli Kalua Short Ribs Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetables Minute Chicken Fried Noodle DESSERT: Almond Float

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Mon-Fri: 6:00 - 10:00 pm Sat, Sun: 5:30 - 10:00 pm 2013

2012 FIRST PLACE

*Menu and Prices Subject to Change *Dinner Menu Only

ONLY ONE TYPE OF COUPON PER PARTY

SENIOR SPECIAL! 55+

LUNCH $ Mon-Fri

8.95

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FIRST PLACE

ONLY ONE TYPE OF COUPON PER PARTY

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

LUNCH & DINNER

20% OFF

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2440 Kuhio Ave.

922 5555

SERVING LUNCH & DINNER š TAKE-OUT AVAILABLE

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WHERE TO DINE Sushi King

Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen

Yuzu Japanese Cuisine & Bar

2700 S. King St. 947-2836

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

Tanaka of Tokyo EAST, in King’s Village 922-4233

Sumo Ramen

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

KOREAN

Dining Them Them Waikiki Sand Villa Dining 2375 Ala Wai Blvd.

Pork Chops

Chicken Fried Rice

$6.50

$18 (12+ people)

2300 N. King Street 848-5573

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888-5563

Asian Mix

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521-1688

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888-5975

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Yakiniku Million 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

WEST, in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

Shop A-1 (below Safeway Beretania)

1679 Kapiolani Blvd.

944-4803

CENTRAL, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza 922-4702

Sushi Company

hiasianmix.com 1234 South Beretania St.

COMPLIMENTARY

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Starting at $10.95

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Seoul Garden Yakiniku

Ala Moana Hotel, Ground Floor 410 Atkinson Drive 1F4 943-1155 Sushi Yuzu Ko Olina Center 1-101 92-1047 Olani Street 678-1155

EXPIRES 8/2/13

DINNER: Mon-Thurs Fri-Sun

Limited to Pastries on hand.

No Special orders. Discount on PASTRIES ONLY. Coupon required. Expires 8/3/13

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

OPEN Mon - Fri 6AM - 1PM Sat 6AM - 12PM

KAPOLEI MARKETPLACE 590 Farrington Hwy

692-9880

$10.95 $12.95 $16.95 $18.95

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But we don’t argue cause we’d rather cook than fight.

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98-020 Kam Hwy.

94-256 Waipahu Depot St.

91-919 Fort Weaver Rd.

676-2088

689-0999

488-8824

238

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ALA MOANA CENTER (808)

947-8818

OPEN DAILY: 10:30 A.M. - 10 P.M. • JADEDYNASTYHAWAII.COM

WHERE TO DINE PACIFIC RIM

SEAFOOD

3660 on the Rise 3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

SHOR American Seafood Grill

Blue Water Shrimp & Seafood

VIETNAMESE Hi Sandwich & Drink

Waimalu Shopping Center 98-042 Kamehameha Hwy #3 487-7372

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

1006 Kapahulu Ave. 688-8891

Chef Chai

PaciďŹ ca Honolulu Tower 1009 Kapiolani Blvd.

585-0011

Pho Five-0

Waimalu Shopping Center 98-042 Kamehameha Hwy 487-5091

SHABU SHABU Cajun King

The Ocean House Restaurant Outrigger Reef On The Beach 2169 Kalia Rd. 923-2277

King’s Shabu Shabu

Waimalu Shopping Center 98-020 Kamehameha Hwy. 484-2221

1110 McCully St. 951-7878

Pho My Lien

98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900

SPECIAL GRADUATION

Teriyaki Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.95 Daily Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$23.95 Sukiyaki Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$21.95 Teriyaki Steak & Chicken Combo .$23.95 Kama‘aina & Military Discount Available (with proper ID)

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HOURS: Tues, Wed, Thurs 10:30am - 1:30pm Friday 10:00am - 1:30pm

237 Kalihi Street

(corner of Kahai & Kalihi)

www.kahaistreet-kitchen.com

941-4444

Dinner served from 5:30 nightly. Valet parking available. Not valid with any other offer.

Today thru July 31

For a Limited Time Only!

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FREE!

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CALL 739-0993

Military w/ID receive 10% OFF Chocolate Pyramid

3447 Waialae Avenue J J F R E N C H P A S T R Y . C O M

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WHERE Waimalu Shopping Center, 98-020 Kamehameha Hwy., Aiea CALL 484-2221 HOURS Open daily, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

NOTE Reservations recommended for parties of five or more

Hot Wings ($9)

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fter establishing success with Lobster King and King’s Shabu Shabu, and building a legion of loyal customers along the way, restaurant owners June Kim and Jay Chen have added another crown jewel to their collection of popular dining establishments.

The dynamic duo, along with managing partner Tony Lai, present Cajun King with today’s grand opening at the restaurant’s convenient Waimalu Shopping Center locale in Aiea. Cajun King offer customers a vast array of fresh seafood selections — never frozen — and Cajunstyle dishes and Combo No. 3 combos that truly kick the dining experience up another notch.

The restaurant features a bright and inviting dining area with tables that can be moved and combined to accommodate groups of all sizes.

In all, 28 tables can host 112 customers, and the restaurant also features a private dining area for large parties.

Cajun King offers an assortment of fresh seafood selections, including the highest quality Fresh Oysters ($14 for six and $28 for 12) and Clams ($8 for six and $16 for 12) flown in live from Canada, along with Abalone prepared sashimi style or with garlic ($8). Diners may also reel in other fresh seafood favorites including Lobster ($17 each), Dungeness Crab ($32 each), King Crab Legs ($25 per pound), Snow Crab Legs ($15 per pound), Shrimp ($10 per pound), Clams ($12 per pound), Crawfish ($10 per pound) and Mussels ($11 per pound) — many of which can be prepared salt-and-pepper

style if one desires. The selections also come with a choice of seasoning, including Cajun Style, Garlic Butter, Plain and Simple and Cajun/Garlic Butter, as well as heat levels ranging from no heat to mild, medium and volcanic — Kim advises customers to “please be careful with this one!” The seafood, seasonings and spices are served in a large bag, allowing customers to shake and mix their desired recipe until each fresh bite is full of flavor.

Fried Baskets serve as great pupu options, and include Hot Wings ($9) ($55)

seasoned with salt or Cajun spice, Popcorn Chicken ($9, subject to availability) and Fried Oysters ($13, subject to availability). The baskets also come with a choice of regular or Cajun-style french fries. And, what better way to enjoy a meal than with a soft drink with free refills ($2.99) or Domestic ($1.99) and Imported and Premium ($2.99) beers — incredible deals fit for a delicious meal.

Cajun King also offers up signature Special Combos, which are prepared by the restaurant’s skilled and

friendly staff and brought directly to the table. Various combination platters include Combo No. 1 ($48) with Lobster, Crawfish, Mussels, Shrimp and Clams as well as Combo No. 3 ($55) with King Crab Legs, Crawfish, Mussels, Shrimp and Clams. These bountiful platters include customers’ choice of sauce, and also come with potatoes, two corns on the cob, four sausages and rice.

“I noticed that Cajun-style dining is very popular, so we decided to open Cajun King,” Kim says. “We’re dealing with fresh, live seafood — that’s what helped make Lobster King so popular.”

Cajun King is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and customers can look forward to catering menu options at a later date. Lunch Specials are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and include flavorful combos such as Half Salt and Pepper Lobster with Grilled New York Steak ($12.99) and Half Salt and Pepper Lobster with Salt and Pepper Shrimp ($12.99).

As a special scoop for Dining Out readers, all Cajun King customers receive the Grand Opening Special good for two complimentary beverages — two domestic beers, two sodas, or a domestic beer and soda — with every Special Combo order.

Owner June Kim with Combo No. 1