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ity cuisine. And truthfully, my faith in these establishments hasn’t been misplaced, as I’ve yet to be disappointed in the restaurants’ service and menu. This week was no exception as I ventured out of my desk coop and spread my wings a bit — searching for the tastiest chicken creations on Oahu. What I discovered were crowds of people, ou’ve all heard Aesop’s idiom, like me, feasting on fabulous poultry and “Don’t count your chickens before enjoying each and every bite. All of which convinced me of the truth of they’ve hatched,” which warns us another well-known saying: “Birds of a against making assumptions because they feather flock together!” may turn out wrong. And you’ve probably also heard the English proverb, “Hope for Don Ho’s Island Grill the best, but prepare for the worst,” which Tucked away in Aloha Tower counsels us to have a positive attitude Marketplace adjacent to the harbor lies while making ready for a disaster. These sayings, however, never seem to Don Ho’s Island Grill, a replica of the apply to me whenever it comes to eating Barefoot Bar ambiance of old Waikiki. This

“shack by the sea” opened its doors in 1999 and since then has been offering award-winning local cuisine daily. While menu options are abundant and diverse, there are a few that cannot go unnoticed. For example, the Herb Crusted Chicken and Risotto ($16) is a must-have among locals and tourists alike. This tantalizing dinner entree features herb-crusted chicken breast, sliced and nestled on a bed

of creamy mushroom, spinach risotto. “The chicken really makes the dish,” says manager Bo Perez, adding that the vibrant flavor of the chicken and the flavor of the crust really pulls it all together. “And we’re looking at creamy risotto with three different types of cheese in it — Cheddar, Parmesan and mozzarella. It’s an excellent dish.” In the mood for some garlic? Opt for Don Ho’s Garlic Chicken. For $18, customers will receive a half-roasted chicken wokfried in a secret garlic sauce served with

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put a smile on your face. For the past 25 years, this yakiniku-style restaurant has been offering locals and visitors a top-notch all-you-can-eat Korean buffet. Imagine all the Kal-bi, Bul Go Gi, Chicken, Spicy Pork, Kim chee, Taegu and rice you desire right before you! With more than 50 items to choose from, ranging from main dishes to banchan (side dishes), you’d better be prepared to stuff your stomach. Diners cook their food tabletop, so your meal is always fresh and made to order. The lunch buffet is served from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $14.95, and the dinner buffet is available from 2:30 to 10 p.m. for $21.95 per person. When it comes to all-you-can-eat buffets, it’s best to start with your personal favorites. For me, I go straight for the kalbi, which is marinated for 24 hours in a rich concoction of shoyu, sugar, garlic, ginger and a plethora of secret ingredients. The Beef Rib-Eye is not one to pass up either, Camellia Buffet Hungry diners delight in all-you-can- along with the sirloin steak and the various eat buffets, no question about it. selections of kimchee made in-house. Yet, Therefore, the mention of Camellia sometimes less is more, and during my last Buffet and all it has to offer is bound to visit, I had to fill up on the barbecue chick-

rice and vegetables. This dish is divine, as every ounce of flavor is soaked into each tender, meaty morsel. The lunch crowd can’t seem to get enough of the Kalua Pork Sandwich ($10), yet the Teriyaki Chicken Club Sandwich ($13) also is a force to be reckoned with. It consists of grilled teriyaki chicken breast served with bacon, Swiss cheese and avocado topped with just the right amount of honey mustard-mayo on a sesame seed bun. Don Ho’s Island Grill has got you covered whenever that craving hits, whatever it may be. Also, Don Ho’s features great island music both day and night — making it a feast for all your senses. Don Ho’s Island Grill Aloha Tower Marketplace 1 Aloha Tower Drive, #193

3 risotto. 3 At Camellia Buffet, diners cook their food tabletop and the barbecue chicken is one of many popular items. The lunch buffet is served from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $14.95, and the dinner buffet is available from 2:30 to 10 p.m. for $21.95 per person.

en and the already made orange chicken and fried chicken, which is just as savory and scrumptious. Be sure to save room for the Korean pancakes, red bean porridge, chop chae, seaweed and miso soups as well, as you won’t want to miss out on those fantastic items either. Camellia Buffet 930 McCully St. 951.0511

of pancit, lumpia, rice and other delicious Filipino favorites. “The chicken is tender to the point where it’s almost falling off the bone because of the way it’s been prepared, and people really seem to like the skin too,” San Luis says. “What’s nice about it is that we don’t use any batter on our chicken — it’s pure chicken, you don’t have the breading or anything like that. The meat is real tender on the inside, but it’s deep-fried so you still have the crispiness of the skin. A lot of people also like to pair the chicken with the Max’s of Manila Max’s of Manila, otherwise known as Jufran Banana Sauce.” While the original fried chicken remains Max’s Restaurant, is my preferred choice when it comes to Filipino food. With more a classic, the Sizzling Sweet and Spicy than 120 branches in the Philippines and Chicken ($8.95) is perfect when I’m yearnnationwide, Max’s offers diners a little bit ing for that extra zest. Served on a sizzling of everything. Yet, according to Maly San plate, the chicken is glazed with a special Luis, general manager of the Dilingham and sweet and spicy sauce, complete with vegWaipahu locations, Max’s fried chicken etables on the side. Max’s of Manila continues to be the most-requested item 801 Dilingham Blvd. (also located in on the menu. Waipahu Shopping Plaza) The chicken is sold whole for $13.50 or 951.6297 half for $7.95. There also are combo meals served with a chicken leg and your choice D I N I N G

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cover story and thought it was a great business venture. DO: How has business been at the new Kahala location? Gambetta: It’s been going well. This is a neighborhood restaurant and bar, and it’s really fun getting to know the people who live around here or tourists that are in town. We’re feeling like we’re part of a community here and it’s slowly growing and developing and we’re starting to get to know our customers on a personal basis. On Tuesdays and Friday’s we also have live music from entertainers like Simple Souls, Kaala Boys and more. Tuesdays are Taco Tuesday and Wednesday is family night. Pietsch: I think many people are realizing that we have a full-service bar if they’re wanting to drink. The industry people also are really excited to have a new bar to go to. At Ward, we get a lot of people who are in and out for lunch, and then at nighttime they’re going to the movies. They might not necessarily live around the area, so there’s a bit of a demographic difference. But I think being a part of a neighborhood was part of our business model and it’s been really fun for us. DO: What type of clientèle do you cater to?

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ack in 2006, the sister duo of Stephanie Gambetta and Noel Pietsch took it upon themselves to bring a “California-Mex” concept to Hawaii with the opening of Wahoo’s Fish Taco, a Golden State-based chain, at Ward Gateway Center. Then last December, the entrepreneurs decided to capitalize on their growing popularity by opening a second location in Kahala Korner.

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In staying true to the concept of love of surf and good food, first developed by another set of siblings — Wahoo’s pioneers Eduardo Lee, Mingo Lee and Wing Lam — Pietsch and Gambetta see it as their duty to share both a North Shore-beach vibe and a healthy, yet affordable menu with locals and tourists alike. Dining Out recently caught up with the sisters at the new Kahala location to see what it takes to reel in the hungriest of diners — one appetite at a time.

Pietsch: We definitely cater to people who want good, healthy food at a reasonable price. One thing that is most misleading is, because we’re a franchise, a lot of times people think all the food is brought in, but we’re actually really behind supporting local farmers and local businesses. Our tortillas are from Hawaii, the majority of our produce is sourced from Hawaii and we work with different vendors and different farms across the island. Our client is really someone who is DO: How did you the two of you get involved in Wa- educated and understands what they’re putting in hoo’s Fish Taco? their body, and I think they really learn to appreciate what we’re offering here. And while it is a chain brand Gambetta: I was working in California, had met one of and we’re using their systems, we totally adapted it to the owners and learned a bit more about what their busi- Hawaii to take advantage of what the island vendors ness was all about, and thought it was a great concept for and businesses have to offer. Hawaii. We didn’t have any quick-serve restaurants with healthy foods that also served alcohol. I encouraged DO: Great! What kind of food can customers expect them to bring it to Hawaii, and sat back and talked to my when visiting Wahoo’s? brother and my sister, and thought, ‘Why don’t we try to do it together?’ Noel had gone to USC and had experiGambetta: We call it a Baja-California, healthy flair enced Wahoo’s in Southern California, and my brother, Mexican food. being a surfer, had experienced it during his surf trips

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cover story DO: What’s happy hour been like for customers?

Pietsch: It’s grilled fish, grilled chicken, so all our meats are marinated in herbs and spices and Cajun spices then grilled. It’s salads, tacos, sandwiches, burritos — basically it’s a lighter play on Mexican food. Our tacos are not fried; there are no preservatives in any of our food, so it is definitely healthy Mexican.

have combo platters like the One Taco or Enchilada and Three Taquitos platter ($10.99). All combo platters are served with ahee rice and black beans or spicy Cajun white beans. Choice of fillings include blackened or flame-broiled fish or chicken, pork, steak, mushrooms, banzai veggies or tofu. Our taquitos are homemade and very good.

Gambetta: Our beans are boiled beans; they’re not refried beans, so there’s no lard in it, no fat, just herbs and spices — very healthy and natural. We have a lot of vegan and gluten-free options as well. And if you go into our kitchen, you’ll find that everything is made fresh every day, so no one’s opening cans or cutting open bags. Everything is being cut by hand, it’s always fresh food and ingredients, and that’s really important for our customers to understand what they’re putting in their bodies. It’s energy for their day that keeps them going.

Gambetta: The 7-Layer Salad is one of our most DO: Although the Wahoo’s brand is from Califorpopular salads and consists of brown rice, black or spicy Cajun white beans, cheese, guacamole, shred- nia, you’ve been able to incorporate a great local feel ded lettuce and cabbage and salsa with your choice to the restaurant. of fish, chicken, pork, steak, shrimp or tofu. Pietsch: Well, we were born and raised here, and DO: You also have a new bar at this location as when we built the restaurant we worked as hard as we could to get products from Re-use Hawaii. DaKine well? also donated surf leashes to do our railings. It’s really Gambetta: Yes, it’s a different concept to have this a place where you can kick back and relax. full bar and we’re really fulfilling customers’ needs. Gambetta: We really wanted the restaurant to have The customers are what really drove the table service here — they want to sit, they want to have more a very beachy vibe. You can come right off the beach drinks. We wanted to bring items to the bar menu or right from work and still feel like you’re welcome. that not only we like, but also things that we knew Wahoo’s Fish Taco our friends would like. You can also have wine with your tacos if you want, or the beer of the month, a Where: margarita or Hualalai lemonade. Our food goes with Ward Gateway Center, 940 Auahi St. really any type of drink. Kahala Korner, 4614 Kilauea Ave. Pietsch: The drink menu is really fresh. We have a margarita, which is about 100 calories, and we also Call: 591.0642 (Ward), 732.9229 (Kahala) use fresh fruit. We have a fresh lime juice margarita.

DO: What are some of the popular items on the menu? Pietsch: The Outer Reef Burrito ($7.99) is one of our most popular burritos, and it’s a burrito that basically has everything in it and you can do it wet-style with our fat-free cilantro sauce and mild enchilada sauce. The flour tortilla is stuffed with ahee rice, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, savory black or spicy Cajun white beans, lettuce or cabbage and your choice of filling topped with our fresh salsa. We also

Pietsch: Great! Happy Hour starts daily from 3 to 7 p.m. and then picks up again nightly from 10 till midnight. It draws both the after-work crowd for the first half and then the industry after-work crowd for the second half. I think it’s really catching on. We have $5 Fresh House Margaritas and $1 well drinks.

1: Wahoo’s Kirby Darrell prepares a drink for Kelly Stern , 2: There are many refreshing drink options at Wahoo’s Fish Taco, like the Muddled Strawberry Margarita and the Hualalai Lemonade, 3: Combo Platter No. 5 features one taco or enchilada and three taquitos, 4: For $3.99, diners can feast on one of Wahoo’s pupu specials — the Onion Rings are sweet, beer battered and crunchy. D I N I N G

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Far Left: Waiter Bryan Watari keeps the fire burning for the always-delicious Bananas Foster flambe ($13.25). Left: The Oriental Style Hawaiian Fresh Catch (opakapaka) is a highly recommended dish. Bottom: When a dessert is in order, nothing quite hits the spot like the Coconut Creme Brule ($6.95). Leah Friel photos

brule is served with brown, sugar, sour cream and whipped cream. Hy’s, however, takes the dessert a step further by adding a dash of coconut for a bit of island flair. Once all appetites are satisfied, sit back and enjoy the smooth sounds of local musician Audy Kimura, who performs Wednesday through Saturday from 6:45 to 10 p.m. With a superb menu and fine music, a lovely evening is guaranteed for all at Hy’s Steak House.

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ith Valentine’s Day just around the corner and the smell of love in the air, we’ve found the perfect place for a romantic dinner — and it’s right in the heart of Waikiki. Known for its signature selection of USDA prime beef, Hy’s Steak House serves only the finest kiawe-broiled steaks, including the New York Strip, Delmonico and Filet Mignon. According to executive chef Zach Inouye, the native Hawaiian kiawe wood cooks with intense heat, thus complementing the flavor of the beef. Hy’s also makes it a point to age and trim all meat on the premises — ensuring that the beef retains its tenderness and taste while also reducing its fat content. And for those diners who prefer

a flavor of the sea, there’s an array of catches to relish as well. Assistant manager Ernesto Mera highly recommends the Oriental Style Hawaiian Fresh Catch (market price), which features the steamed local catch of the day, be it opakapaka, monchong, salmon or opah, to name a few. The fresh catch is then served sizzling with peanut and sesame oils, ginger and green onions, on a bed of stirfried oriental vegetables. “It’s a traditional, local-style fish with a bit of a Chinese influence,” says Mera. “It’s a healthy choice.” Perfect. Now patrons won’t have to feel guilty after partaking in Hy’s sinfully delicious desserts. According to Mera, customers can’t seem to get enough of the Bananas Foster, a specialty flambe

prepared tableside. Priced at $13.25 per person for two or more, this popular dessert has been a leading choice among customers for years. “It’s one of several flambes we have tableside. It has bananas, brown sugar, cinnamon and three types of liqueur — banana liqueur, rum and the orange liqueur. We flame that and caramelize the sauce with the bananas and serve it over vanilla ice cream,” Mera explains. T h e Coconut Crème Brule ($6.95) also is one to win over your taste buds. It’s signature

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cent all-natural, there’s no hydrogenated shortenings and it’s made with fresh vegetables, chicken (white and dark meat) and fresh butter.” And Koep makes it a point to support local farmers as well, using fresh taro, green papaya and bok choy, among other items, in bringing a bit of the islands to his pot pie. “The taro cooks just like a potato and it has a very nice texture when intermixed with the pot pie,” he explains, adding that the pot pie makes for a great lunch or early dinner. “It’s a classic chicken pot pie with fresh vegetables and chicken stock. The whole thing is bound with a cream sauce, topped with pot pie dough and then baked in the oven.”

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Above: The all-natural Island Style Chicken Pot Pie debuts today. Left: Fendu owner and chef Niel Koep with a basket full of fresh bread. Leah Friel photos.

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In Honolulu, it’s the affectionate nickname for lower Keeamoku Street, often called “Koreamoku” by those who love the Honolulu neighborhood for

its intriguing little Seoul-flavored eateries. And the buzz in the street is all about Sikdorak, a fairly new Korean restaurant tucked into the back of the Samsung Plaza. “Local people know,” said a guest on a recent lateafternoon visit, as he paid the bill for his party of six. A longtime Honolulu resident, the man said he would be dining at Sikdorak at least three times that week. “I bring all my friends, and I’ve met new friends here, too. The prices are great, but we come here because of the good food!”

Open for just three months, Sikdorak, which means “epicure,” has quickly become popular with Honolulu’s Korean expat community. It’s very possible to spend several hours in this busy little plaza without hearing a single word of English. “Ninety-five percent of our customers are (expatriate) Korean; only 5 percent are local people,” says Patrick Choi, co-owner of Sikdorak. “But when local people come, they’re very happy and appreciate it, and they come back with friends.” Open every day of the week from 11 a.m. to 4 the

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4 following morning, Sikdorak is a new favorite with both the late-lunch and late-night crowds. Choi, who worked as a chef for 10 years at Yakiniku Seoul, the popular eatery at the intersection of King and Kalakaua, covers the restaurant’s long hours with his partner, Andy Chang, previously a chef at Choi’s Garden on Rycroft Street. “I’m a yakiniku chef; my partner is Korean-style chef who does the soup and pan-frying,” Choi explains. Sikdorak’s main entrance, an elegant wooden arched door, is almost as wide as the restaurant itself, which cozily seats 50. Art consists of a series of photographs of sensuous, dramatically lit entrées. And although several hours have passed since lunchtime, several large parties are busy cooking and eating and chattering happily away. “It’s 4 p.m., but a lot of customers are here because we have a lunch special till 5 p.m.,” says Choi. Most other restaurants, he explains, end their

lunch specials at 2 or 3 o’clock. “Our customers say it’s very important to have longer lunch hours, so we (offer the special) till 5 p.m.” This week, the special at Sikdorak is Shabu Shabu ($19.95 for two), available from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. “On cold days like this, people like shabu shabu at lunchtime!” Choi says. Customers who order two yakiniku meat items (chicken, seasoned pork butt or pork belly, $15.95; beef ribeye, short rib, seasoned short rib, brisket, tripe or tongue, $19.95) also have been enjoying free miso soup and a Korean pancake with a coupon. Banchan, the little plates of pickled and fermented vegetables and pancakes and other delicious things, can be ordered in sets of six or eight here. “We are famous for our own daikon and won bok kim chee,” says Choi. “We have two different kinds, and we alternate. One day we make 100 pounds of daikon, the next day 100 pounds of won bok. Customers want us to sell it, but we don’t sell it.” The place gets mobbed at lunchtime, he reports. Recently, customers lined up for specials like naengmyeon (both mul naengmyon, cold noodles, and bibim naengmyon, cold noodles with spicy gochujang

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Above: Noodles and chow funn are among the items offered from behind the counter at Fukuya Delicatessen. Left: A plate filled with gobo, namasu, fried chicken, cone sushi, nori musubi, shrimp tempura and chow funn. Leah Friel photos

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he buffet menu over at Camellia Buffet is getting an upgrade, and what better way to introduce new items than with fresh raw oysters straight from Korea. “When you have the same thing, it gets tiring. We needed something fresh,” says Kenji Ha, brother of restaurant owner June Ha. Like everything else in the buffet line, the oysters are all-you-can-eat, so scoop them up before everyone else does. The oysters are available only at dinner service Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and are included in the dinner buffet price of $21.95.

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his year Camellia Buffet celebrates its 26th anniversary at its McCully Street location, where foodies in the know regularly flock for some authentic Korean-style specialties in the all-you-can-eat buffet line: kim chee, taegu, fresh-cut vegetables, fried rice, Chap Chai noodles, kal-bi, bulgogi, spicy marinated pork, red bean soup ... with more than 50 items up for grabs, the flavor combinations are endless. The most current owner of this yakiniku hot spot is June Ha, who took over operations last year. Despite the change in management, everything else has remained the same, including the talented staff and tasty food prepared by the diners thanks to tabletop propane gas grills located throughout the dining room. “We have history, that’s very important,” says Kenji Ha, June’s brother. “If it was junk, it’d be closed already, but being opened 26 years, that means something.”

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what we’re eating at ... It’s time to enjoy a great meal at Don Ho Island Grill’s for regular customers, Greg Yamamoto and Larry Foster. Leah Friel photo

Where: Aloha Tower Market place, 1 Aloha Tower Dr. #193

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on Ho’s Island Grill has been bringing island flair to an American classic for more than a decade. Located in Aloha Tower Marketplace, the establishment serves up some of the tastiest dishes in Honolulu. Dining Out recently paid a visit to the popular

eater y by the water to see just what had customers singing the praises of the restaurant. We asked Don Ho’s Island Grill regular Larry Foster, who was enjoying lunch with coworker Greg Yamamoto, what he would recommend from the menu.

Larry Foster: “It’s a nice day, we usually like to sit here and look out on the harbor and see the boats. We always get the Kalua Pork Sandwich ($10); it’s the best and it’s what we got today. The kalua pig is tasty and the guava barbecue sauce really gives it a nice island feel. “The atmosphere here is great, it’s hard to beat. That’s why we walk over here during our lunch hour — and the service has always been pretty good, too.”

We Valentine’s Day Plan a romantic dinner under the stars at Kani Ka Pila Grille on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14. Executive Chef Harold Beltran expresses his love of fine cuisine, while Na Hoku award-winning artist Sean Naauao weaves Hawaiian music magic for the occasion. Call for reservations today.

Filet Mignon with Wild Mushroom Demi Glaze 29.95 Potato Crusted Opakapaka with Smoky Bacon-Tomato Relish 24.95

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pounds of won bok. Customers want us to sell it, but we don’t sell it.” The place gets busy at lunchtime, he reports. Recently, customers lined up for specials like naengmyeon (both mul naengmyon, cold noodles, and bibim naengmyon, cold noodles with spicy gochujang pepper paste, on special at $3.95; regularly $8.95) and seolleongtang, beef bone soup ($3.95; regular $7.95). “When customers like the special, they come in,” he adds with a chuckle. As of Monday, Sikdorak introduced a new special that is sure to bring in the late-night crowd: all-you-can-eat yakiniku, with a selection of the finest choice meats available, at $19.95 per person,

every night until 4 a.m. Kids 12 and under may eat for $16.95. Sikdorak has no liquor license, but perhaps even better, the restaurant allows patrons to BYOB, and there’s no corkage fee. “For local people, BYOB is very important,” Choy says. “The food is very, very spicy — Koreans like it very spicy. They bring their own beers or soju or liquors, and we give them ice and cups, and it makes them happy!” As the restaurant develops a following, it’s becoming wellknown as a caterer. “Last Christmas, we hosted a family party with 50 people,” Choy says. “They used the whole place. They were very happy.”

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26.95 Mango-Strawberry Glazed Pork Ribs 23.95 Rack of Lamb with Cherry-Burgundy Wine Reduction 27.95

Located poolside at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach 2169 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815 ph. 808.924.4990 Free valet parking 11am-3pm with purchase. 1.800.OUTRIGGER outriggerreef.com

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ost Korean food lovers would agree that the best way to enjoy this spicy, flavorful cuisine is family style. That way you can have fun sharing, comparing and tasting a variety of palate-pleasing dishes. Orine Sarang Chae is a cute and welcoming little Korean eatery quaintly tucked in the back of a parking lot on Keeaumoku Street that offers al fresco dining under a huge banyan tree strung with twinkling lights. It’s not easy to find, but you’ll be glad you discovered it. Here you’ll find an extensive menu of authentic Korean dishes perfect for group dining, and cusOrine Sarang Chae tomers are encouraged Where: to BYOB to 900 Keeaumoku St., Ste. A complement Call: their meal. 955.0646 Each umbrella-covered Hours: table has its Open Monday through own small Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. grill for preparing the quintess e n t i a l

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Korean barbecued meats. And for those of you who choose not to eat meat — not a problem. The Vegetable Basket ($21.99), chock full of leafy greens, is a customer favorite and comes with miso soup, rice and, of course, banchan, those uber-tasty Korean pickled vegetable side dishes, including a killer kim chee. (If these small-plate delights were all I could get, I’d veg out happily). There’s enough to share with one or two friends — and it’s all meatfree, so rest assured that you’ll have plenty to satisfy your veggie-loving appetite.

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pura, chicken and our fresh ahi. We get a lot of our fish from the fish auction, so it’s always fresh. So, whether it’s Namasu, Shiso Musubi or Chow Fun tyou’re after, you’ll find it all at Fukuya on South King Street. And with a total of 13 dedicated employees on staff, everything is made fresh daily, presenting customers with only the best options available. “Every okazuya has its unique selections that they’re known for, but I think for us it’s definitely the Nori Chicken ($2) and our specialty sushi rolls like the teri beef roll ($4.50), hot dog roll ($4.25) and chicken roll ($4.50),” Iwahira says. “A lot of people come for

those items.” It is Iwahira’s dream to keep the business in the family, and he’s well aware that success comes with a lot of dedication and hard work. “I think the business has been able to sustain itself through long hours, consistent hard work and offering quality food to the community,” he says.

Fukuya Delicatessen Where: 2710 S. King St. Call: 946.2073

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ACATEREDEXPERIENCE

Valentine's Day Prime Rib Menu // $21.75 per person (10 person minimum)

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd. // Waipio Take the guesswork out of Valentine’s Day dinner by ordering ahead from A Catered Experience. The Waipio catering company has whipped up a mouth-watering Prime Rib Menu that includes a whole roasted prime rib with au jus and horseradish sauces, creamy mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, grilled chicken Caesar salad and sweet dinner rolls. The meal finishes on a sweet note with a decadent red velvet cake. Bookings begin Feb. 1 and will be taken through the end of the month.

BALISTEAK&SEAFOOD

Grilled Filet Mignon // $85, $110 with wine pairings

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Hours: Open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily Sides: A Catered Experience provides the best of both worlds: the elegance of a chef-prepared dinner served in the comforts of home. Menu packages come freshly made and ready to serve at pick-up from the Ka Uka Boulevard address, and delivery options to anywhere on Oahu also are available (a nominal delivery fee may apply).

2005 Kalia Road // Honolulu There may be plenty of fish in the sea of love, but Bali Steak & Seafood has reeled in a whopper of a deal this Valentine’s Day. The Grilled Filet Mignon ($85) is prepared with a Ka‘u Coffee Rub and served with Grilled Caledonian Blue Shrimp and Fingerling Potato Ragout with a Smoked Red Wine Sauce. Make this dinner all the more decadent with a side of Yukon Potato Soup or Confit of Red and Yellow Beets. For an additional $24, find your meal’s perfect match with hand-picked wine pairings from Bali’s sommelier.

2365 Kalakaua Ave., Moana Surfrider // Waikiki The four-course dinner menu at the Beachhouse at the Moana this Valentine’s Day can only be described as a celebration of the beloved island-inspired cuisine dreamed up by Chef de Cuisine Rodney Uyehara. Take, for example, the opulent Seafood Risotto, a bounty of lobster, prawns, scallops, mussels, crab and salmon served over saffron Arborio rice. Each course has an impressive selection of dishes from which to choose, making assembling the perfect meal quite the treat from start to finish.

Call: 677.7744

Call: 949.4321 Hours: Open 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily Sides: The featured dessert this Valentine’s Day is a true world wonder: Waialua Estates Chocolate Pyramid with Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse, Passion Crème and White Chocolate Ice Cream. There’s no better way to enjoy this sweet indulgence than from a seat in Bali’s beautiful open-air dining room overlooking an ocean sunset.

Call: 921.4600 Hours: Open daily 6-10:30 a.m. breakfast buffet and a la carte menu; noon-2:45 p.m. lunch and high tea; 5:30-9 p.m. dinner Sides: In addition to a very pleasant taste in your mouth, each guest will leave the Beachhouse with a special valentine: chocolates and a gift certificate good for your next dining experience at the elegant oceanfront restaurant located inside the landmark resort.

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CHAISISLANDBISTRO

Valentine's Day Four-Course Dinner // $69.95, plus $24.95 for wine pairings

CHRISTIE’SRESTAURANT

Aloha Tower Marketplace // Honolulu Chef Chai Chaowasaree has pulled out all the stops preparing his Valentine’s Day Four-Course Dinner, which features appetizers of pork tenderloin, fresh oysters or smoked duck breast, and entrees that include grilled lamb chops, panseared Chilean sea bass and even baked acorn squash for the vegetarian in your life. But what is sure to be on every dinner’s plate is the Heart-Shaped White Chocolate Amore Truffle with Fresh Raspberry Guava Puree. Up the ante even more by pairing your meal with a glass of Chardonnay Trefethen or Meritage Sterling Vineyards “VC” (for an additional $24.95).

Hours: First seating is at 5:30 p.m., second seating begins at 8 p.m. Sides: If music is the food of love, then guests at Chai’s are in for a feast for the senses this Valentine’s night. Dinner is served with entertainment from Olomana’s own Jerry Santos, as well as a live hula performance by some of the best dancers, making this bistro the perfect destination for you and the one you love.

98-020 Kamehameha Hwy. // Waimalu Shopping Plaza Sure to make a splash with diners this Valentine's Day at Christie's Restaurant is the Surf 'n' Turf dinner for two. First, a generous portion of filet mignon is grilled to perfection and topped with an herb-butter reduction and red wine demi reduction sauce. Add to that sauteed shrimp scampi, buttery smashed potatoes and pan-roasted garden vegetables, and what more could you ask for? Well, maybe a slice of home-made mud pie for dessert.

Sides: Christie's is a true diamond in the rough, serving fine-dining fare like pepper-crusted ahi salad, California-style Black Angus burgers and balsamic grilled shrimp and pasta in an area better known for its casual eateries and fast food drive-thrus.

Valentine's Day Menu // $30 per person

Aloha Tower Marketplace // Honolulu When you think of romance, you think of champagne, and when you think champagne, you think of Tiny Bubbles and Don Ho. Make a toast to your sweetheart at the beloved entertainer's own restaurant with a menu that features a four-course dinner of tasty choices such as Warm Spinach Salad, Seafood Bisque, Seafood Duet (ahi tartar served on a shrimp chip and a petite blue crab cake with a lilikoi sweet chili glaze), Chicken Spinach Won Ton, Pan-Seared Fresh Catch and the aptly named Lovers of the Land & Sea (rosemary and garlic Slavonic

Call: 484.4511 Hours: Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday

Suf 'n' Turf Dinner For Two // $45

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Sides: Don Ho's Valentine's menu also includes a swoon-worthy Sinful Strawberry Cheesecake Bombe for dessert. The dish starts with strawberry cheesecake ice cream encased in a chocolate shell, and only gets better with the addition of raspberry and caramel glaze and a side of chocolate-dipped strawberries.

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ELCHARROMEXICAN

99-115 Aiea Heights Drive // Aiea Spice up your love life with a dinner for two at El Charro Mexicano restaurant in Aiea. Appetizers are a choice of homemade quesadillas, flauta, taquitos and cheese or chorizo queso fundido. For the main meal, couples get a marriage of steak, shrimp and scallops sauteed with Mexican rice, beans and salad. Special is available to dine-in customers only.

Dinner For Two // $40 (dine-in only)

FENDUBOULANGERIE

2752 Woodlawn Dr. Suite 5-119 // Manoa How sweet it is to be in love. Fendu Boulangerie pays homage to the saint of marriage and all things lovey-dovey with a Guava Cheesecake Saint Valentine, a light and airy blend of cream cheese and mascarpone cheese flavored with guava. At only $4.75 each, you can enjoy as many of these tasty tidbits as your heart desires.

Guava Cheesecake Saint Valentine // $4.75

GSUSHI

2919 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 23 // Honolulu G-Sushi plans to put a little extra kick in your step with its Spicy Tuna Lovers Valentine's special. Just $8.79, this meal comes with two pieces of G-Sushi's Deep-Fried Spicy Tuna, two pieces Spicy Tuna Gunkah, one piece Spicy Tuna Temaki and one Spicy Tuna Cake. All that spice is sure to leave you with some very “hot lips.”

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Call: 488.9727 Hours: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. MondayThursday; 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Closed Sunday Sides: After turning up the heat at dinner, cool things down with one of El Charro's Valentine's dessert choices: sopapillas, flan or fried ice cream. And as a special gift, every couple will receive a free long-stem red rose with dinner purchase.

Call: 988.4310 Hours: Open 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday; 7:30 am.-3 p.m. Sunday. Closed Monday Sides: Fendu Boulangerie is Manoa's own little taste of Europe, with its crusty breads, flaky pastries and decadent desserts made using all-natural ingredients of only the highest quality. Other items include sandwiches and pizzas, both piled high with a long list of farm-fresh vegetables.

Call: 732.9661 Hours: Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday Sides: As a gift to its loyal customers, G-Sushi is giving away a free dessert with any purchase made on Valentine's Day. Choices include Peanut Butter Mochi with Kinako, Coconut Mochi, Almond Tofu, Shave Ice or Ice Cream (vanilla or green tea flavors).

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Bibas' Valentine's Chocolate Fantasy Special // $29.95 per person

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2055 Kalia Road // Honolulu Sweet dreams are made of a sinfully rich selection of chocolate cakes, pastries and a flowing chocolate fountain with fresh strawberries for dipping. At least that's what's on the Valentine's Special Menu at Bibas, located courtyard level in the newly renovated Hale Koa Hotel. In addition to this Chocolate Fantasy Dessert Buffet, the $29.95 meal comes with a choice of soup or salad, Grilled Petite Filet Mingon and Lobster Tail, fresh vegetables and choice of mashed potatoes, french fries or rice.

Hours: Open daily 3-5 p.m. select appetizers and pizza; 5-10 p.m. dinner Sides: Hale Koa's contemporary Koko Cafe also is serving up a special menu for hungry patrons this Valentine's Day. For $21.95 per person, the meal includes choice of Chef's Soup of the Day or Koko Cafe Fresh Salad Bar; Slow-Roasted Prime Rib f Beef and Sauteed Shrimp, served in fresh garlic butter sauce.

2752 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 6 // Honolulu No matter where your heart leads you during your hot-pot experience at Hanaki Shabu Shabu on Valentine's Day — whether you cook up tender pieces of lamb in a rich curry broth or decide on fresh vegetables with a clear seafood soup — every diner will receive a free piece of Red Velvet Cake with their lunch or dinner order. Dessert is limited to one piece per person and is for dinein guests only.

Sides: At Hanaki Shabu Shabu, customers get the chance to create their own hot pot meal from the wide selection of a la carte ingredients ($2.50-$4.50 per plate) in bubbling broths that range in taste from a hot and spicy soup base to a mildly light miso.

Valentine's Day Menu // $29.95 per person

449 Kapahulu Ave. // Honolulu With Valentine's Day just around the corner, time is ticking to make reservations for where to take your honey for a special night out. From Feb. 10 through 15, Hee Hing Restaurant is featuring a Valentine's Day Menu fit for an imperial emperor. Choices on the menu include Steamed Pacific Oyster on the Half Shell, Seared Ahi Sashimi with Ginger Pesto Sauce, Imperial Scallop Soup, Chinese Chicken Salad, One Half Ginger Scallion Maine Lobster with Black-Pepper Beef Tenderloin and Honeymoon Shrimp, Chef Wu's Alaskan King Crab with Mongolian Pork Chop and Honeymoon Shrimp,

Call: 988.1551 Hours: Open 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. and 5-10 p.m. Wednesday-Monday. Closed Tuesday

Red Velvet Cake // Free

HEEHINGRESTAURANT

Call: 955.9676

Call: 735.5544 Hours: Open 10:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. daily

and Seared Salmon Filet with Chef Wu's Alaskan King Crab and Honeymoon Shrimp. All entrees are served with garlic seafood fried rice or steamed rice, and the fourth-course dessert is Banana Spring Rolls with Chocolate Sauce and Vanilla Ice Cream.

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3447 Waialae Ave. // Honolulu Romance your Valentine with a four-course French-inspired meal courtesy of JJ Bistro & French Pastry. The special begins with a soup du jour, followed by choice of appetizer. For the main course, select one of five delectable entrees: Seafood Brioche, Fisherman Pie, Baked Salmon, Asian Classic or Lamb Wellington (add $5). Finish with one of JJ’s extraordinary desserts. Se magnifique!

Hours: Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. daily Sides: JJ Bistro & French Pastry has long been heralded for its hand-crafted desserts that are just as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for any occasion, these delicacies include petite tarts and torts, Tiramisu, chocolate cake with strawberry cream, white cake with flavored butter cream, and many more combinations.

Valentine's Four-Course Meal // $24.70 per person, plus $5 for Lamb Wellington

J2ASIANFUSION

Call: 739.0993

3441 Waialae Ave. // Honolulu J2 Asian Fusion celebrates its first Valentine’s Day in business by offering customers a Valentine’s FourCourse Meal special for $24.70. In addition to soup du jour and choice of appetizer, the meal comes with five entrée selections – Baked Lobster Brioche, Asian Classic Part 2, Poached Opaka Confit, Baked Duck (add $5) and Rack of Lamb (add $5) – as well as three desserts – Warm Chocolate with Raspberries, Crème of Matcha or Sweet Island Corn with Haupia.

Call: 626.5368 Hours: Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily Sides: J2 Asian Fusion showcases Southeast Asian cuisine mixed with a bit of French influence, which can be seen in dishes like baked brioche stuffed with honey-glazed char sui ($12.95) and baked salmon with sweet peas and pineapple in a red curry sauce ($12.95).

Valentine's Four-Course Meal // $24.70 per person

KANIKAPILA

2169 Kalia Road // Waikiki At Kani Ka Pila Grille, in addition to its regular all-day dining menu, diners can order off a very special Valentine’s Day menu overflowing with tantalizing dishes including Lobster and Chive Bisque ($7.95), Spinach and Strawberry Salad ($8.95), Filet Mignon with Wild Mushroom Demi Glaze ($29.95), Potato-Crusted Opakapaka with Smoky Bacon-Tomato Relish ($24.95), Duck Breast with Honey and Ginger ($26.95), Mango-Strawberry Glazed Pork Ribs ($23.95) and Rack of Lamb with Cherry-Burgundy Wine Reduction ($27.95).

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Call: 924.4990 Hours: 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, with live music from 6 to 9 nightly Sides: What could be better than a dessert menu that includes Strawberry Fondue ($7.95), Chocolate Souffle ($8.95) and Chocolate Bread Pudding with Warm Berry Sauce ($5.95)? Savoring said desserts while listening to Sean Na‘auao, from 6 to 9 p.m. Feb. 14 at the Outrigger Reef on the Beach.

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1841 Ala Moana Blvd. // Honolulu Some things are just made for each other, like Kobe Steak House’s popular 12-ounce Emperor Steak, Famous Tristan Lobster Tail and its succulent Scallops. Together they create the ultimate surf ‘n’ turf Valentine’s Day meal for two. This special also includes a starter portion of edamame, a “super-sized” sixpiece grilled shrimp appetizer, shabu-shabu soup, grilled teppan vegetables, white rice, hot green tea and a special dessert for two.

Call: 941.4444 Hours: Open 5:30-10 p.m. daily Sides: Toast your perfect match with featured half bottles (375 ml) of Hello Kitty Demi-Sec Sparkling Wines. Couples ordering the Valentine’s Special can purchase a bottle for $40 to complement their meal; otherwise it sells for $50 per bottle.

Valentine's Special // $90 per couple

LAPALMED’OR

Valentine's Special // Prices vary

MAKINOCHAYA

Valentine's Weekend Dinner Buffet Special // $29.98 dinner buffet

1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Space 2240F // Honolulu Give in to the sweet temptations abounding at La Palme D’or. The Ala Moana patisserie specializes in deliciously flavorful French desserts married with exquisite Japanese craftsmanship. Cakes come in a wide array of cake and filling combinations, and may be customized with Valentine’s decoration. Prices start at $30 and up depending on size, flavor and decoration request. Other specials to try this Valentine’s Day include an intensely rich Chocolate Tarte and a surprise dessert made with rose essence.

Hours: Open 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday Sides: La Palme D’or has more than just dessert, as clearly seen behind the shop’s glass display cases. Housed inside are housemade croissant sandwiches, sweet acai cups and unique beverages like Jelly Au Lait, Plantation Tea Jelly and Lava Flow, a creamy blend of condensed milk, milk and strawberry puree.

Locations in Aloha Tower and Westridge Shopping Center Makino Chaya has reeled in a special offer for all its loyal customers this Valentine’s Day weekend. In addition to the usual selections found in Makino’s seemingly neverending seafood buffet – all-you-caneat Dungeness Crab, Snow Crab, Uni Poke, Lobster, Crab Cakes, Teppanyaki, Steak, Shrimp and Sushi – diners can feast upon fresh halfshell oysters (raw and cooked) during dinner Feb. 11, 12 and 13, or while supplies last. Beloved for its fresh seafood offerings, Makino Chaya also boasts an extensive spread of ever-changing

Call: 941.6161

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MAX’SOFMANILA

94-300 Farrington Hwy. and 801 Dillingham Blvd. If you’re seeking a bit of comfort food, show your tummy some love with a treat from Max’s of Manila. The featured item on Max’s Valentine’s menu is a Mango Cheesecake ($4.05), a delightfully smooth cheesecake topped with fresh-cut mango cubes and smothered in a rich mango sauce. Not too sweet, this specialty is just the right ending to your Valentine’s Day.

Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. MondayThursday; 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday (Waipahu); 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily (Dillingham) Sides: Those seeking lighter fare at Max’s of Manila should order the Buko Salad ($3.95). A mélange of coconut strips, palm nuts and fruit cocktail served in a light cream sauce, this fresh salad is a delight for all the senses.

Mango Cheesecake // $4.05

NAPOLEON’SBAKERY

Various locations on Oahu Valentine’s Day at Napoleon’s Bakery can only mean one thing: Red Velvet Cake. And throughout the month of February, this featured flavor of the month -- a moist red chocolate cake topped with cream cheese icing -- can be enjoyed in multiple ways: traditional Red Velvet Cake ($18.15), Red Velvet Gourmet Cupcakes ($2.55 each) and plain quarter-, half- and full-sheet cakes ($40, $55 and $85). During February only, sheet cakes may be customordered with three days’ advanced notice, and for an additional charge, the pastry artists at Napoleon’s will

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Online: napoleonsbakery.com Hours: Open 24 hours

decorate your cake creation. Items available at Oahu locations only; prices may be higher at Ala Moana and Pearlridge locations.

1450 Ala Moana Blvd. // Honolulu Pamper yourself or your sweetheart with an edible gift or two (or three!) from Panya Bistro. This Valentine’s Day the popular Ala Moana eatery is offering Martini & Rossi Sparkling Rose with its wide assortment of holiday-themed desserts: chocolate-dipped strawberries, heart-shaped cakes, strawberry tuxedos, red velvet crème cheese mousse cake, red velvet cupcakes, chocolate truffles and more. Cheers to good life and good love.

Call: 951.6297

Sides: Napoleon’s Bakery has a smattering of lovethemed specials for VDay. Available Feb. 4 are Mini Heart-Shaped Cheesecakes ($7.35 plain, $7.95 with topping); Feb. 11 are Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes ($1.20 each, $6.95 for a six-pack); and Feb. 13 is the Dobash Cake ($16.30).

Call: 597.8880 Hours: Open 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday Sides: It’s hard not to marvel at the delicately beautiful desserts that lie behind the glass counter at Panya, but the sister-run eatery also has savory fare just as spellbinding. Try the Homemade Gyoza ($7.95), Salmon Sashimi Rainbow Salad ($14.95) and Panya Burger ($13.95).

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PHOMYLIEN

98-150 Kaonohi St. // Aiea Show your Valentine just how much you care with a refreshing and healthy Green Papaya Salad ($4.99) from Pho My Lien. Made from fresh green papayas with heart-healthy shrimp and garnished with crunchy roasted peanuts, this low-calorie traditional Thai meal is good for body, mind and soul. This offer is good through the entire month of February with coupon, found in every February issue of Dining Out.

Hours: Open 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 10 a.m.-8 p.m Sunday Sides: Formerly located in Waikiki, Pho My Lien has found a new home in Aiea's Westridge Shopping Center. Regular dishes to be found at this traditional Vietnamese restaurant include Hot Spicy Lemongrass StirFry ($7.95), Shrimp Fried Rice ($10.50), Won Ton Soup ($7.50) and even milkshakes.

Green Papaya Salad // $4.99

RICHOKOREANCUISINE

Call: 488.4900

3008 Waialae Ave. // Honolulu Create your own Valentine's feast at Richo. The featured Chiritori Nabe, a spicy kimchi-flavored hot pot, starts with a fresh vegetable base, and then diners get to choose what their meal becomes. Select from succulent seafood, thin slices of beef or pork, or beef intestine to add to the hot broth, which cooks the meats to perfection. Cost is $12.80 per person, add $3 per topping.

Call: 734.2222 Hours: 5:30 p.m.-midnight Tuesday-Saturday (last call 11 p.m.); 5-10 p.m. Sunday (last call 9:30 p.m.) Sides: Korean-style cuisine with a twist is on the menu at Richo, with regular menu items such as Cheese & Kimchee Chijimi, Ahi Bibimbap, Grilled “Tomato Bacon” and a flavorful Homemade Cheesecake.

Chiritori Nabe // $12.80 per person (Two person minimum)

ROMANO’SMACARONIGRILL

Valentine's Weekend Menu // $30.95 per person

1450 Ala Moana Blvd. // Honolulu Dinner and a special gift are on the menu this Valentine's weekend at Romano's Macaroni Grill. The threecourse menu includes a Caesar Salad to start; choice of Lobster Ravioli (lobster-filled pasta sauteed with lobster cream sauce, lobster meat and fresh herbs), Center-Cut Lamb Spiedini (tender lamb loin seasoned with fresh rosemary and garlic olive oil, grilled on skewers with fresh rosemary and served with colorful roasted vegetables) or Seafood Linguini (shrimp, scallops and clams sauteed with oven-roasted tomatoes, basil, arugula and linguini in a

Call: 356.8300 Hours: Open 11 a.m. daily

white wine, garlic and olive oil sauce); and finishes with either a Tiramisu or Lemon Passion Cake for dessert. The menu is available Feb. 11-14 and includes a complimentary glass of Champagne or soft drink. D I N I N G

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valentine’s special RUTH’SCHRISSTEAKHOUSE

Locations in Restaurant Row and Waikiki Beach Walk on Oahu Ruth's Chris Steak House Hawaii celebrates Valentine's Day starting on Friday, Feb. 11, with weekend specials created just for the occasion by each restaurant's team of talented chefs. Guests can choose select entrees from Ruth's Chris' a la carte menu, including indulgent favorites like USDA Prime Cowboy Ribeye, Filet, New York Strip, Fresh Island Fish and Ruth's famous Barbecued Shrimp. Reservations are strongly suggested, and in celebration of Valentine's Week, each Valentine will receive a $20 gift card from the steak house.

Valentine's Weekend Menu // Prices vary

SAMCHOY’S

Valentine's Special Dinner Course Menu // $55 per person

SEKIYA’SRESTAURANT

Sekiya's Combination Special // $14.95 per person |

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Call: 545.7979 Hours: 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily Sides: Sam Choy's also brews its own “Big Aloha” Beer fresh on the premises by Brewmaster David Campbell, with brewer's dinners held monthly in the private dining room and group tours of the microbrewery available.

Wrapped Beef Wellington with Sauteed Waialua Asparagus and Bordelaise Sauce. Dessert is a luscious Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake.

2746 Kaimuki Ave. // Honolulu Valentine's Day is twice as nice at Sekiya's Restaurant. For $14.95, Sekiya's Combination Special offers more than a dozen different menu items from which to choose: Beef Teriyaki, Yakitori Chicken, Shrimp Tempura, Ahi Tempura, Mahimahi Tempura, Vegetable Tempura, Fried Ahi, Fried Mahimahi, Tonkatsu, Chicken Katsu, Marinated Fried Chicken or Nitsuke Ahi. Select two to form your own full-course meal, which includes rice, miso soup, tsukemono and hot tea.

Hours: Open from 4 p.m. on Valentine's Day

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. // Honolulu It may be called Breakfast Lunch and Crab, but it’s at dinner where you'll find all the specials this Valentine's weekend. From Feb. 12 through 14, Sam Choy's BLC has a four-course Valentine's Day special that features some of the celebrity chef's most romantic dishes: Ahi Carpaccio with Wasabi Aioli; Brie Cheese Won Ton with Valentine's Marmalade; Shrimp Cake on Island Greens with Pomegranate Vinaigrette; Steamed Maine Lobster with Champage Butter, Sauteed Haricot Vert and Oven-Roasted Fingerling Potatoes; and Bacon-

Call: 599.3860 (Restaurant Row); 440.7910 (Waikiki Beach Walk)

Call: 732.1656 Hours: Open 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Sides: Those with a hankering for a bit of sweet nostalgia are in for a treat at Sekiya's, as the 76-yearold restaurant offers an old-style fountain menu with delights like Hot Fudge Sundae ($4.95), Banana Split (4.95) Orange Freeze ($4.95) and Milkshakes made with real ice ($4.95).

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TROPICSBAR&GRILL

2005 Kalia Road // Hilton Hawaiian Village Set the scene for romance at Tropics Bar & Grill, located steps from the beach at Hilton Hawaiian Village. With ambient lighting, live island music and ocean views, there's not better place to enjoy some “authentic beach cuisine.” The Valentine's special is a Grilled Tenderloin of Beef with Balsamic Demi-Glace served with Kona Lobster Oyster Mushroom Risotto and Micro Arugula.

Call: 949.4321 Hours: Open 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. daily. Sides: If the way to a person's heart is through their sweet tooth, seal the deal with a decadent Waialua Estates Chocolate Layered Cake, topped with Tahitian Vanilla Anglaise Sauce and fresh Raspberry Compote ($10).

Grilled Tenderloin of Beef with Balsamic Demi-Glace // $38.00

WAILANACOFFEEHOUSE

Valentine's Day Specials // Prices vary

1860 Ala Moana Blvd. // Honolulu No matter when your hunger strikes on Valentine's Day, Wailana Coffee House is open with a slew of holiday dinners available from 11 a.m.: Roast Prime Rib Au Jus, delicately seasoned and slow-roasted to perfection ($16.95); Seafood Continental, a trio of shrimp, scallops and mahimahi sauteed, gently simmered and finished with a splash of sherry ($13.50); and Sweetheart Chicken, half a chicken buttered and roasted, served on macadamia nut stuffing and topped with a white wine sauce full of fresh tomatoes and mushrooms ($12.50). Dinners

THEWILLOWS

Call: 955.1764 Hours: Open 24 hours; Valentine's menu offered 11 a.m.-midnight Feb. 14.

include access to the salad bar, choice of starch, corn on the cob, strawberry short cake with a swirl of whipped topping, and beverage of choice. Or enjoy a glass of red or white wine ($3.75 by the glass).

901 Hausten St. // Honolulu

Sides: Wailana Coffee House has also whipped up a Cupid's Breakfast Special ($9.25) for those who prefer things a little on the sweeter side. Thick slices of Portuguese sweet bread are filled with orange marmalade and dipped in egg batter then fried to golden perfection. The meal also comes with two eggs, two strips of bacon and choice of coffee or tea.

Call: 952.9200 Hours: Valentine's special offered at 5-9 p.m. Feb. 12-14.

Locals love The Willows, and to show its appreciation, the Moiliili restaurant is offering a special Valentine's Dinner Buffet ($39.95) Feb. 12-14 that includes a variety of salads, a well-stocked seafood station, carving station with Garlic and Rosemary Prime Rib with Natural Jus, and holiday features like Herbcrusted Roast Turkey, Slow-Braised Roast Pork with Black Pepper Gravy, Sauteed Garlic Shrimp with Mushrooms and Penne Pasta, and Pan-Seared Scallops with Bacon and Wilted Spinach.

Sides: Also on the Valentine's Menu is a mouthwatering selection of desserts: Vanilla Panna Cotta with Strawberry Compote, Cherry and Berry Cobbler, Chocolate Fudge and Peanut Butter Brownies, Red Velvet Cupcakes, Espresso Flan with Oreo Crumbles, Banana and Caramel Bread Pudding, Soft Serve Ice Cream and Seasonal Fresh Fruit.

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valentine’s special WOLFGANG’SSTEAKHOUSE

2301 Kalakaua Ave. // Royal Hawaiian Center “We'll make your Valentine's date extra special,” promises Wolfgang's general manager Bill Nickerson. The Waikiki steakhouse lives up to all expectations with a featured dinner for two that includes choice of appetizer (Caesar salad, mix green salad or lobster bisque), a Porterhouse steak for two, sides of mashed potatoes and creamed spinach, and a Cupid's Chocolate Delight dessert — mini chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream and raspberry sauce. As a special gift, couples will receive one Wolfgang Teddy Bear with their meal, while supplies last.

Valentine's Day Special // $99.95 per couple

ZPIZZA

Hours: 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday; 11 a.m.11:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

Reservations are strongly recommended, as tables quickly fill up on Feb. 14.

Locations in Ward Centre and Kailua Pizza is believed to have originated in Italy, where locals speak the language of love. So why not strike up a romantic conversation over zpizza's Sweetheart of a Deal for Two. For $29.95, the sophisticated dish includes a Mediterranean Plate (flatbread, hummus, cucumbers, Greek olives, roasted peppers and feta cheese), Small Pizza (choice of any zpizza creation served on whole wheat crust and with all-natural toppings), Pear Gorganzola Salad, an Apple Pie Pizza dessert and two fountain drinks.

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Call: 596.0066 (Ward Centre); 230.8400 (Kailua)

Sides: Built around the principles of health and creativity, zpizza lives up to its promise of tasty food that's also good for you with its handmade pizzas made fresh daily from 100 percent certified organic wheat dough, fire-baked until uniquely crisp, and toppings that include MSG-free pepperoni, additive-free sausage, farm-fresh vegetables and award-winning part-skim milk mozzarella.

Various locations on Oahu For a Valentine's dinner out your loved one will remember, head to any of Zippy's many dine-in restaurant locations Feb. 12-14 for an exceptional dinner for two. In addition to dinner rolls, choice of soup or tossed salad and large beverage, the set menu features two entree choices: Bacon-Wrapped Filet Mignon & Shrimp, topped with a special peppercorn sauce and served with shrimp scampi, rice and steamed broccoli; or Chinatown Steamed Opakapaka, served with choy sum and a choice of real mashed potatoes, french fries, or

Sides: There's something to please every palate on Wolfgang's regular menu, too. In addition to steaks, entrees include excellent selections of veal, lamb, wild king salmon, Chilean sea bass, sushigrade tuna, three-pound lobsters and more.

Hours: 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. SundayThursday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

Sweetheart of a Deal for Two / $29.95

ZIPPY’SRESTAURANTS

Call: 922.3600

Call: 973.0880 Hours: Valentine's Days specials served from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Feb. 12-14.

white or brown rice. Dessert is a choice of Red Velvet Cake treat, Brownie Delite, or Jello, Pudding or Honeydew Melon Parfait.

Sides: For the single set, also available at Zippy's locations on Valentine's weekend are a BaconWrapped Filet Mignon & Shrimp Scampi Plate ($15.45) and Shrimp Scampi ($10.50). Or share the love with Zippy's Gift Cards; now through Feb. 14, when you purchase up to $50 in gift cards, you'll receive a free $5 gift certificate for yourself.

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Preparation: • Cut chicken into bite-size pieces

• 1 cup coconut milk • 2 tablespoons peanut butter • 1/2 tablespoon fish sauce • 1/4 tablespoon sugar

Cucumber Salad: Ingredients • 1/2 pound cucumber, sliced • 1 ounce assorted colored bell pepper, sliced • 1/2 Chinese parsley, chopped • 1 clove shallot, sliced • 1 1/2 tablespoons white vinegar • 1/2 tablespoon sugar • 2 tablespoons water • dash chili sauce or Tabasco • pinch salt

Thai Peanut Sauce Ingredients: • 1/2 tablespoon Thai red curry paste

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Preparation: • In a pot or pan, add all ingredients together and bring to a boil, then let simmer for 10-15 minutes and serve as a dipping sauce.

(3/4-inch cube) and marinate with coconut milk, curry powder, garlic powder, condensed milk and fish sauce for about an hour. • Skewer chicken with wooden sticks and grill on medium heat until cooked. Serve with Thai Peanut Sauce.

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Golden Palace

Where: North King Street Hours: Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Call: 521.8268

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Jump-starting this new year of luck is Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant, which will be dishing up a Dinner for 10 through the entire month of February. The dinner costs $159 and is loaded with a mouthwatering combination of traditional Chinese delicacies local patrons have been returning for since Golden Palace opened in 2001. Honey Walnut Shrimp, Peking Duck with Buns, Oyster Sauce Abalone with Vegetables, Chicken Cake Noodles, Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger and Onions, Scallop Soup, Chinese Chicken Salad and Steamed Rice all round out the meal, but be

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sure to pass around the Jai to get an extra helping of prosperity this year. “On New Year’s Day, the Chinese do not use any sharp objects whatsoever because it’s bad luck, and since they can’t kill any pigs or chickens and what-not, that’s why they eat the vegetarian dishes,” explains Gary Lam of the significance of Jai, a fresh medley of rice noodles, snow peas, baby corn, carrots, mushrooms, fungus, bean curd, water chestnuts, dried oyster and dates. “And we’re opened from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, so that special is not only for dinner. We can serve it for lunch if people want to do like a

luncheon thing. It’s available all day and also for take-out.” Gary is the son of Howard Lam, who owns the Chinatown eatery and operates it with help from his two sons (Gary and younger brother Sherman) and wife Virginia. In fact, the Lams also have a stand in King’s Market next door, which Virginia runs during the day before joining her family at the restaurant for the busy nighttime rush. Family is important at Golden Palace, which regularly offers dinner specials that encourage eating in large groups and sharing the bounty of the meal.

inside feature One of its most popular orders, for example, is the $149 Dinner for Ten, which comes with Chinese Chicken Salad, Chicken Scallop Soup, Peking Duck, CrispySkin Chicken, two live Maine Lobsters, Seafood Combination Basket, Sweet & Sour Sea Bass, Chicken Cake Noodle, Steamed Rice and Dessert. “That’s the main one that everyone comes in for for the past seven, eight years,” says Gary, adding that people also leave with a bag full of their handmade dim sum. “I can honestly say that we have the cheapest prices for dim sum. It costs $1.89 and has only gone up 39 cents over the past 10 years.” In addition to the dim sum, most of the food at Golden Palace is the brainchild of the senior Lam, who immigrated to Hawaii in 1972 after starting out as a head chef in Hong Kong. “He’s been cooking for the past 30-plus

years,” Gary says. “He was actually hired to come here (in Hawaii) to cook.” “At the old Golden Duck, in McCully,” Howard adds. Gary himself has literally grown up in the restaurant scene, his family having started Golden Palace when the space fronting North King Street became available 10 years ago. He just finished college, where he majored in travel industry management, and now works fulltime at the restaurant both behind the scenes and out front with the customers. “I like to keep my customers happy,” he says. “That’s my main focus, to keep the customers happy so that everyone stays happy and healthy.” Considering he was born under the Year of the Boar, his aim to please is to be expected — according to Chinese astrology, Boars are chivalrous,

honest and tolerant, all good traits to possess when working in the fast-paced restaurant industry. “I thought I would be going into the hotel industry, but I’m here for now. We’ll see where this goes.” As for what Gary wishes for in this new year: “I’m hoping this new year is going to bring us another 10 years,” he laughs. Which may come true if he eats some Gau. According to Chinese belief, partaking in this sweet, sticky rice pudding will ensure good luck and prosperity. “It represents family sticking together,” adds Gary, “and it’s round, which signifies family unity also.” Golden Palace makes its own Gau fresh daily in three sizes, small ($2.49), medium ($3.95) and large ($7.50). Be sure to eat some this Chinese New Year to ensure 2011 is your best year yet.

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901 Hausten St. 952-9200

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2284 Kalakaua Avenue 922-6868

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

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Lunch Dinner After Midnight

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Fendu Boulangerie

2552 Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki Marriott Beach Hotel 931-6280

2752 Woodlawn Dr. Manoa Marketplace 988-4310

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692-9880 Shrimp Scampi

930 McCully St. 951-0511/0611

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

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590 Farrington Hwy 692-9880

CATERERS

Duck Yun

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

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

CAFE

Golden Duck

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

Anytime Cafe

Makino Chaya

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

Aloha Tower Mkt place 585-6360 Westridge Mall 486-5100

Kahai Street Kitchen 237 Kalihi Street, 845-0320

Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road 955-0555 Call for eligibility details. 949-4321

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3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

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Served with rice, miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles. Choose from • Broiled Sanma • Broiled Saba • Fried Oyster • Ebi Fry • Saba Nitsuke • Chicken Katsu • Karaage • Pork Ginger • Sizzling Hamburger Steak • Tempura • Tonkatsu and many more! 1-Choice Teishoku & Ala Carte menu also available We serve beer, sake and shochu! Lunch 11 am - 5 pm; Dinner 5 pm - 9 pm Closed Sundays

Japanese Home Style Restaurant “Hinone Mizunone” Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN cooked completely by “Ogama”.

Parking along left side of Bldg and right side of bldg all stalls except 1-10

1345 S. King Street Corner of S. King St. & Sheridan St. Close to Ala Moana Shpg Cntr & Wal Mart TEL.

942-4848

www.fujio-food.com

2nd Course Garlic Shrimp Caesar Salad OR Spicy Ahi Poke, Kahuku Asparagus with Wasabi Citronnette 3rd Course Pistachio Pesto Crusted Lamb Chops OR Pan Seared Filet Mignon & Lobster Mashed Potatoes OR Grilled Atlantic King Salmon with Champagne Caviar Beurre Blanc 4th Course Chocolate Brownie with Jalapeno Ice Cream 2/11, 2/13 - $75 & Cardamom Banana Bread 2/14 - $95 with Hazelnut Gelato Call for Reservations - 923-3877 www.topofwaikiki.com FREE Validated Parking

Early Bird Special

12.95

Only

Add $3.00 for Complete Meal which includes soup or salad, ice cream

11 am - 7 pm

All Day for Locals with ID Specials not valid on Holidays Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

at the old Waikiki III Theatres Parking available at the Pro-Park location Seaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant. www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

922-6868

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WHERE TO DINE Mandalay (The)

Hee Hing Restaurant

Seafood Village Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

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

909 Isenberg St. 941-6641

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

FAMILY DINING

Little Villlage Noodle House 1113 Smith St. 545-3008

Aloha Tower Marketplace 528-0807

1585 Kapiolani Blvd. #10 941-0555

I Love Country Cafe Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road 955-0555 Call for eligibility details.

946-8833

HEE HING CELEBRATES THE YEAR OF THE RABBIT

Special Year of the Rabbit Menu

Appetizers: • Baked Oysters

Rockefeller

• Fresh Live

Kumamoto Oysters on a Half Shell • Hibachi Oysters with Finadene Sauce • House Smoked Oysters on Garlic Bread

• Steamed Oysters

Adult - $27 Seniors - $26 Keikies 4 to 12 - $13 Served Thursday, Feb. 3 5 pm to 9 pm

Sandwich (LUNCH ONLY) (LUNCH ONLY)

Asian Style • Cornmeal Breaded Fried Oysters • Baked Oysters Casino

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Featuring… Chinese New Year Jai & Gau, Hong Kong Style Dim Sum, Soup, Salads, Stir Fried Entrées & Desserts

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Year of Rabbit Dinner Buffet

• Oysters Caesar Salad

Entrées:

Sittings at 10:30AM & 12:30PM $19.99 Adults | $17.99 Seniors (60+) | $13.99 Children (3-12)

$270 Table of Ten (Reg. $289) $150 Table of Five to Six Menu available January 15 through February 15, 2011 Appetizers – Sashimi, Poke, Chilled Soya Meats, Dim Sum, Garlic Wings & more! International Salads Chinatown Carving Station – Black Pepper Roast Prime Rib, Roast Pig, Char Siu Pork Tenderloin Chinese Entrees – Roast Duck, Seafood Black Bean, Steamed Fresh Clams, Crablegs, Steamed Fish, Chicken Oyster Sauce, Pepper Salt Prawns, Vegetable Stir Fry, New Year’s Jai, Noodles, Fried Rice & more! Desserts – New Year’s Gau, Almond Float, Fried Mochi, Red Velvet Cake, Mochi Rice Balls and much, much more.

• Oyster Po Boy

the perfect night out

Dim Sum Brunch Buffet February 6, 2011

Asian Shrimp Salad with Fresh Melons and Golden Pineapple Eight Treasure Wintermelon Soup Tea Smoked Chicken Maine Lobster on Lo Mein Braised Boneless Beef Shortribs with Taro Steamed Flounder Filet with Lemon Shoyu Garlic Sauteed Baby Bok Choy New Year’s Jai Mochi Red Azuki Bean Dessert Soup

885 Queen St. 4725 Bougainville Dr. 783-7901

Bibas

On at McCully ON ON On 1110 McCully St.

at McCully

Don Ho’s Island Grill

Angelo Pietro Honolulu

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square 524-1628

Fresh Pacific Oysters on the Half Shell

Waimalu Shopping Center 98-020 Kamehameha Hwy. 484-4511

Maple Garden /Yen King

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

$1 each

Christie’s Restaurant

Open 7 days a week 10:30am - 9pm

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525-8585 Excluding all coupons & other discounts.

www.themandalayhawaii.com 1055 Alakea St. Dine in only. FREE PARKING Mon- Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun at Bishop Square

New Year’s Lion Dance

Wednesday, Feb. 2 and Thursday, Feb. 3 at 6:30 pm

580 Nimitz Highway WWW.HEEHINGHAWAII.COM

545-7979

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE. 101 • 735-5544

Buy one dinner entree, receive 2nd entree

50% OFF valid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad Expires 2/15/11.

MAKAHA SONS February 9

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KAMA‘AINA 10% OFF

SUNDAY . . . . . . . . . . Melveen Leed MONDAY . . . . . . . . . Jerry Santos & Hula TUESDAY . . . . . . . . . Bruce Shimabukuro THURSDAY . . . . . . . . Sista Robi FRIDAY . . . . . . . . . . . Hapa’s Nathan Aweau NA PALAPALAI SATURDAY . . . . . . . . Danny Couch Feb. 2 FREE VALET PARKING • www.chefchai.com • Call 585-0011

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MAKE RESERVATIONS NOW FOR VALENTINE’S DAY!

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE

One coupon per party and not to be combined with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price. Offer Expires 2/13/11

$2/2 hr. parking Miramar at Waikiki Mon-Fri 5:30pm-10pm Sat & Sun all day 2 0 1 1

Get a free picture with

HELLO KITTY on Valentine’s Day! Dine in only. One per party.

Picture Time: 7 pm

Please call to make reservations. *Must have coupon to be valid

Tel: 923-2260 • 2380 Kuhio Ave. • www.makittii.com

WHERE TO DINE Kenny’s Restaurant

IHOP

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

Waikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd • 949-4467 Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers • 921-2400 Pearl City - Times Sq. SC • 486-4467 Kaneohe - Windward Mall • 235-4467 Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza • 959-2600

Wailana Coffee House

Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

1860 Ala Moana Blvd. 955-1764

Kenny’s Express

2nd Floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center 922-9333

Zippy’s

Call the one nearest you.

Restaurant Epic J2 Asian Fusion

Kani Ka Pila Grille

626-5368

924-4990

JJ Bistro & French Pastry

Kit N Kitchen

2169 Kalia Rd, Outrigger Reef on the Beach

3441 Waialae Ave.

739-0993

NOW HARRO MEXICANO SERVING AIEA RESTAURANT BREAKFAST

Mexican $5.00 Loco Moco small drink included Mexican rice, ground beef, over easy egg,

FILIPINO Tanaka Saimin

94-300 Farrington Hwy 801 Dillingham Blvd. 951-6297

Try Our Marinated Fried Chicken! Customer Favorites: Saimin • BBQ Stick • Ahi Nitsuke Corned Beef Hash Tempura Oxtail Soup

8AM-11AM

FEATURING

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

El Charro sauce, topped w/ cheese

Mon-Thurs 8am-9pm • Fri & Sat 8am-10pm Sunday Closed

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN

AIEA SHOPPING CENTER

99-115 Aiea Heights Dr. (Next to Aiea Bowl)

Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!

488-9727

BYOB - no corkage fee

Max’s Of Manila

888 N. Nimitz Hwy #103 524-2020

1010 University Avenue 942-7622

3447 Waialae Ave.

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

Hawaii’s Original Garden Restaurant Since 1944

2746 Kaimuki Ave ALL DIM SUM

Special Menu for10

732-1656

for reservations

901 Hausten St. • www.willowshawaii.com • 952-9200

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE

Slow Braised Roast Pork Chinese Style Mahi Mahi Steamed Snow Crab Legs Garlic & Rosemary Prime Rib Red Velvet Cupcakes Banana & Caramel Bread Pudding Please call & Much More!

1.89

159

7AM-2PM

Chinese New Year

Chinese Chicken Salad • Scallop Soup • Peking Duck with Buns • Oyster Sauce Abalone with Vegetables • Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger Onions • Honey Walnut Shrimp Party Rooms • Chicken Cake Noodle • Steamed Rice for up to 450 No credit cards accepted for special menu

Lion Danc & Firewor es ks Friday 1/28/11

Make Someone’s Day Special

Birthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings...from elegant exquisite cakes to cute Hello Kitty Characters for your daughter’s 1st Birthday!

FREE JAI 111 N. King St. near Maunakea 7am -10pm with purchase of

Everything is made from scratch daily using the best quality ingredients available.

521-8268

Special Menu

(Monk’s Food)

15% OFF

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

Please order one to two weeks in advance. Delivery & custom orders are available. Enjoy the taste of our signature taco or enchilada (choice of fillings)

10% OFF

wahooshawaii.com | 808.732.9229 | Twitter/Facebook@wahooshawaii.com

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

Celebrating 10 Years! Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am

15% OFF(Charge) • 25% OFF(Cash) Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

10% OFF(Charge) •15% OFF(Cash) Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

Hanaki

get ay! r D o f s t ’ ’ e Don Valentin

Excludes set menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. Not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 2/28/11.

738-8666

www.lapalmedor-usa.com 941-6161

Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items

3553 Waialae Avenue

Ala Moana Center • Mall Level (Mountain side, next to Shirokiya)

1 per person/drink not included/certificate required/dine-in kahala location only/expires 02.28.2011

Must present coupon Expires 2/28/11

Excludes set menu; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials.

Shabu Shabu

Purchase a total of $50 in gift cards & receive a FREE $5 gift certificate!

Celebrate 2011!

10% OFF

To purchase gift cards go to: www.zippys.com/GIFTCARDS, visit any Zippy’s location or call 973-0880.

Avail

able

Feb Until

ruary

Monday & Wednesday Nights! Not to be combined with any other offer. Please bring ad. Expires 2/4/11 11:30 am-2:30 pm; 5 pm-10 pm (Closed Tuesdays)

14th!

MANOA MARKETPLACE (Tons of FREE Parking) 988-1551 D I N I N G

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WHERE TO DINE FINE DINING

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

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

Restaurant Row • 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

Sam Choy’s BLC Chai’s Island Bistro Aloha Tower Market Pl. 585-0011

Hy’s Steak House 2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

Top of Waikiki Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

Monsoon India Discovery Bay (across Ilikai) 1778 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste 213 941-5112

GREEK

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

Greek Marina

Stage Restaurant

The Fat Greek

1250 Kapiolani Blvd. 237-5429

3040 Waialae Ave. 734-0404

735-8488

INDIAN

Koko Marina Shopping Center 7192 Kalanianaole Hwy. 396-8441

ITALIAN Romanos Macaroni Grill Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

$ Celebrate your

Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

Must present coupon. Expires 02/7/11. Offer not valid in combination with other specials. Beverages excluded.

ALL PHO

BUY ONE, GET ONE

50% OFF

2nd Pho of equal or lesser value expires 2/3/11

NOW SERVING RAMEN

Must Present Coupon. Open Everyday 10am-10pm / Except Sun & Wed 10am-9pm

2919 Kapiolani Boulevard • Market City Shopping Center

RECEIVE A

6 DISCOUNT

on a Second Dinner OR A

at Monsoon India! CALL FOR RESERVATIONS!

Open 7 days a week Lunch

12:00am-2:00pm

3 DISCOUNT

when Dining Alone Must present coupon (No take outs) Not valid with any other discount offers. Expires 2/11/11

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

Dinner

BYOB

5pm-10pm

Sunday Brunch Buffet 11:30am-2:30pm

FREE Seafood Pancake & Korean Miso Soup

Also Available Curry & Steak

Open from 11 am to 4 am •

949-2890

BYOB

Monday-Sunday 10am–10pm

Discovery Bay (across Ilikai) 1778 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste 213

3579 Waialae Avenue 737-8820

www.MonsoonIndiaOahu.com 941-5111

with coupon and 2 Yakiniku Meat Orders. Expires 2/28/11.

Sam Sung Plaza • 655 Keeaumoku Street #108

CALL FOR DETAILS

Breakfast

Day Chef’s Soup of the or Bibas’ House Salad *** bster Tail Filet Mignon & Lo *** Buffet Chocolate Dessert

7 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Dinner

5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

$29.95

For more information, call 955-9676 or visit www.halekoa.com

Valet Parking Available For Reservations:

923-2277 |

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Breaking Surf, Breathtaking Sunsets, and Unbelievable Ocean Front Dining at Reasonable Prices. Locally Operated in the Outrigger Reef Hotel

2169 Kalia Road

WHERE TO DINE Kobe Japanese Steak House

JAPANESE

Paesano Ristorante

Waimalu Plaza (across Safeway) 98-1277 Kaahumanu St. #119 485-8883

G Sushi

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd. #23 732-9661

Manoa Marketplace 2752 Woodlawn Dr. 988-5923

Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

1345 South King St. 942-4848

Chinese Restaurant

1110 McCully St. • 946-8833 (Corner of McCully & Young St.)

$38.80 per person 1. Bacon Wrapped Shrimp & Scallop 2. Shark’s Fin Soup with Crabmeat 3. Braised Chinese Angel’s Hair with Dried Oysters 4. Lobster with Ginger & Scallion 5. Peking Duck 6. Crispy Whole Flounder 7. New Year Jai Lion Dance 8. Dried Scallop Fried Rice will perform at 7pm 9. Dessert-Mango Pudding on Feb 3rd, 2011

a Lu us

Fun d

Private Parties

$16.00 per person

“Thanks for accommodating our large group with ease.” Christine, Cardic Care Unit

“BEST PARTY WE EVER HAD!” Gilda, Class if 2003

“First Fundraiser was such a success, we came back again!” Healani, Canoe Club

Groups of 30-300. Sound System & ocean view included.

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

50 Different Items to Choose From

East Honolulu

NOW SERVING

SUSHI (dinner only)

Special Economy Menu for 8-10 159 Call for details and reservations. $

FREE Bottle of Oyster Sauce with $20 purchase WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.

Find menus and $5 coupon at www.ononhawaii.com

LUNCH 10:30am-2:30pm .........$14.95 DINNER 2:30pm-10pm.............$21.95

FREE PARKING!

2494 S. Beretania St.

Serving EURO ASIAN CUISINE by Chef Matthew Espiritu (Former Sous Chef of Roy’s Restaurant at Ko‘olina)

Order Today for the Big Game!! See our Website

Also taking Reservations for Valentines Day Lunch & Dinner Call for information on special menu

for Menu

Waimalu Shopping Center 98-020 Kam Hwy, Aiea • 484-4511

801 Dillingham 94-300 Farrington Hwy, (next to Costco) Waipahu (next to Savers)

Mon thru Thurs 11am - 2:30pm/5-9pm Fri and Sat 11am - 2:30pm/5-10pm Sunday 11am - 9pm

Since 1945

951-MAXS (6297) www.maxsofmanila.com

Most Delicious Thai Food in Town! Immensely Popular Plate Lunch For $5.70

#9 Basil Chicken

KOREAN CUISINE

• LUNCH $14.95 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM • DINNER $21.95 3 PM -10 PM Including: Kal Bi, Sirloin, Chicken, Spicy Pork, Sashimi

Call Mike

Celebrate with great food & exceptional service.

Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen

Aina Haina Shopping Center 373-1303 or 373-4632

On On celebrates 31 years!

Dinner: 5:00 pm ~ 10:00 pm

Graduations • B ab

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort 2552 Kalakaua Ave, 931-6286

reopens February 1st!

(4 People Minimum)

rs • ise

Sansei Seafood Restaurant

1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Flr. 585-6360 98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

ON ON at McCully

Lunch: 11:00 am ~ 2:00 pm

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

Makino Chaya

Hinone Mizunone

Kung Hee Fat Choy

Royal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr. 922-5511

Kozo Sushi

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

151 Hekili St., Kailua 230-8400

Restaurant Suntory

1936 South King St. 941-2835

Manoa Marketplace 2756 Woodlawn Drive 988-1551

Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066

1334 Young St. 593-2064

Kochi

Hanaki Restaurant

Z Pizza

Red Cafe

1841 Ala Moana Blvd. 941-4444

528-0807 Coming Soon to 900 N. Nimtz Hwy 1627 Nuuanu Ave 585-8839 2955 E. Manoa Rd 988-0212 Call for take out

*DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGESWITH THIS AD. EXP. 2/28/11.

Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm; Sun 12n-8pm

www.bangkokchefexpress.com

930 McCully St. • 951-0511 / 951-0611

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WHERE TO DINE Sumo Ramen

Tanaka of Tokyo

Kaneohe 234-6868 Kapolei 693-8808 Market City 737-1868 Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186 Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-80802 99 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139

905-A Keeaumoku St. 955-0646

758 Kapahulu Avenue 737-2900

Richo 3008 Waialae Ave. 734-2222

95-050 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu 677-5388

1111 McCully Street 947-5411

MEXICAN

Sikdorak Korean Restaurant

Wahoo’s Fish Taco

626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

1604 Kalakaua Ave. 951-9370

www.thefatgreek.net

940 Auahi St. #140 591-1646

Celebrate in February

Now 3 Locations to serve you

with our Prime Rib Package

Try our Signature Dish…. The Royal Platter – Serves 2

Take Out & Catering Available

4 Lamb Chops, 8 Garlic Shrimp, Greek Salad, Greek Fries, Hummus, Pita Bread, Baklava. Waikiki - 941-3444 1831 Ala Moana Blvd. (Between Ilikai & Kobe) Open Daily 11am-10pm

99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727

Yakiniku Million

Frog House Restaurant

3579 Waialae Ave. 737-8820

El Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant

Sam Sung Plaza 655 Keeaumoku St., #108 949-2890

KOREAN

Sushi Ichiban

3040 Waialae Ave. (Corner of St. Louis & Waialae) Open Daily 11am-10pm

The Pyramid Restaurant

Ton Ton Ramen

Sushi Company

Waialae - 734-0404

MEDITERRANEAN

Orine Sarang Chae

East, in King’s Village, 922-4233 Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza, 922-4702 West in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

Best d Foo e Gr ek wn! o in T

Ala Moana - 949-2120 Ala Moana Food Court Mall Hours

(Limit 1 per customer. Not combinable with other offers. Equal or lesser value.) Exp. 2/28/11.

Whole Roasted Prime Rib with Au Jus & Horseradish Mashed Potatoes Steamed Vegetables Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad Sweet Dinner Rolls Red Velvet Cake

$21.75 per person

Minimum 10 guests

396-8441

Celebrate the New Year with our homemade Gau and Gourmet Jai! JAI ONLY AVAILABLE WHEN ORDERED IN ADVANCE. PICK-UP FEB. 2ND & FEB. 3RD (CHINESE NEW YEAR’S EVE & NEW YEAR DAY).

Gau Available

Advance orders preferred

946-6388 • 597-8880

Koko Marina Shopping Center

Signature dishes offered as Daily Specials Open for Plate Lunch Tue - Fri 10:30am - 1:30pm

Special Cake item this week

12.99

(Available while supply lasts)

Mini Okinawan Sweet Potato & Kalua Pork Cakes

WWW.PANYAGROUP.COM

Ricotta Stuffed Chicken

Soft Shell Crab Alfredo

DINE IN – TAKE-OUT Catering from casual to exquisite events

Traditional Chinese Style NEW YEAR JAI Includes: Oysters, Straw Mushrooms, Tofu, Shiitake Mushrooms, Dried Lily Flowers, Black Fungus, Sea Moss, Bean Curd, Chinese Peas, Won Bok, Rice Noodles, Bamboo Shoots, and Water Chestnuts.

Kung Hee Fat Choy!

Reservations (808) 947-8818

TAKE-OUT ONLY (Kahala location only)

JadeDynastyHawaii.com

exp. 2/3/11 MON-THUR 10AM-10PM/FRI-SUN 10AM-11PM O U T

(Corner of Kahai and Kalihi)

(corner of Kapahulu and Kaimuki Ave.)

ph 845-0320 fax 842-4273

732-7666 FRESH

SIMPLE

Chinese New Year Menu February 1-18, 2011

JA N UA RY

1221 S. King St. 597-8088

$398 Table of 10 • $238 Table of 6

8000 ft2 Restaurant Perfect for any size

Dynasty Style Appetizer Platter Wedding or Event (Marinated Duck/Marinated Beef Shank/Jelly Fish/ 4th Floor Pork Trotter/Char Siu) Shark’s Fin Soup with Chicken Ho‘okipa Terrace Braised Dried Oyster with Chinese Fat Choy near Macy’s Wok-Fried Fresh Lily Bulb, Calamari, Scallop with Chinese Greens Dungeness Crab with Shanghai Style Sliced Mochi Crispy Chicken Steamed Fish with Scallions & Soy Sauce starting at New Year Good Luck Jai Sticky Rice with Preserved Meat House Dessert

$2.95

10:30AM-11PM EVERYDAY 3 0 - F E B R UA RY

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32 ft. wide stage & 7 private rooms with sound & projection video systems

Dim Sum

4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 737-7188 • 737-7288 D I N I N G

Dinner Daily from 5pm 949 Kapahulu Avenue

237 KALIHI ST.

BYOB

NOW OPEN Lion Dance at 6:30 p.m. Thu., Feb.3 & Sat., Feb. 5

Between 4:30 - 6:30 pm Thiss coupon n cannott be e combined d with h otherr offers.. Expiress 2/28/11

Catering Available Everyday!

kahaistreet-kitchen.com

Served for a LIMITED TIME ONLY at both locations.

3 4

Call 677-7744 to order. Offer good for orders from February 1-28.

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WHERE TO DINE OKAZUYA

SHABU SHABU

Souvaly Thai Cuisine

Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering 2710 S. King St. 946-2073

Shabu Shabu Bangkok

803 Kam Hwy. 455-5888

Pho My Lien 98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900

“Thai Style” Hot Pot 949 Kapahulu Ave. 732-7666

PACIFIC RIM 3660 on the Rise

VIETNAMESE

THAI

3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

Pho Kitchen

Bangkok Chef

The Ocean House Restaurant

Yogen Fr u¨ z

2919 Kapiolani Blvd. 735-8488

1627 Nuuanu Ave. 585-8839 2955 E. Manoa Rd., 988-0212

2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel 923-2277

YOGURT 1102 Fort Street Mall Windward Mall

For questions related to your Honolulu Star-Advertiser subscription call

538-NEWS(6397) 524-2020

MON-THUR: 9am - 9pm FRIDAY: 9am - 11pm SATURDAY: 7am - 11pm SUNDAY: 7am - 9pm

Combo Mixed Plate

$8.50

VALENTINE 4-C

OURSE

888 N. Nimitz Hwy. #103

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY

Celebrate Your Birthday

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

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com

922-5511

$1 OFF Any Bread

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

2440 Kuhio Ave.

922 5555

www.hyshawaii.com

purchases over $4

DAILY BREAD SPECIALS TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread Sundried Tomato Cheesebread Foccacia Derecco Walnut Raisin Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread Buckwheat Fig

“All Natural no added chemicals”

Must present coupon • exp. 2/3/11

PRIX FIXE MEN

Yukon “Truffle” Potato Soup Crispy Oysters, Truffle Puree, M icro Cher vil —— Confit Red and—— Yellow Beets Pickled Mustard Seeds, Sh Liquid Hamakua aved Maui Onion, Goat Cheese ———— Choice of One En trée Vanilla Bean Bu tte Carrot Ginger Re r Poached Kona Lobster duction, Spring Peas, Ro Braised Baby Fennel, asted Sun Chok es or Grilled Colorado Lam Yukon Puree, To mato Mint Chutne b Rack y, Sumac Vinaigre tte or Grilled Filet M igno Ka‘u Coffee Rub, Chile Grilled Caled n onian Blue Shrim Fingerling Potato p, Ragout, Smoked Red Wine Sauce — — — — Waialua Estate s Chocolate Bitter Sweet Ch ocolate Mousse, Pyramid Passion Crème, White Chocolate Ice Cream $ 85 per person + $ 25 with wine pa irings

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949-4321 (ext. 43) HiltonHawaiianVillage.com/Dining

2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

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Right: Server Sylvia Noneza with a couple of Wailana’s specials — the Irish Breakfast ($11.15) and Eggs Benedict ($9.85). Inset, at right: New England Corned Beef Hash with cabbage, baked potato, steamed potato and carrot, and salad bar ($10.50).

ailana Coffee House has long been a favorite of kamaaina and tourist alike — as much for its kicked-back atmosphere as it is for its 24-hour service. Breakfast meals — particularly its all-you-can-eat pancake deal — continue to rule at this Waikiki hot spot, but lunch and dinner are hot tickets as well. Call 955.1764.

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