Restaurants
The Local Scoop at Asato’s
Inspired by nostalgia, Neale Asato created one of Waikīkī’s sweetest and most unexpected culinary experiences.
How to Get a Free SPAM Musubi on National SPAM Musubi Day
Aug. 8 is National SPAM Musubi Day. To celebrate, L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is offering free SPAM musubi.
The 5 Best Plate Lunch Spots on Maui in 2026
These local restaurants on the Valley Isle serve top-notch plate lunches. Just be sure to come hungry!
One of Hawai‘i’s Newest Country Bars is Open in Pāhoa, Hawaiʻi Island
We sat down with owner Ikaika Marzo to talk community, music legends and Rocky Mountain oysters.
The Sunrise Shack Finds a Home in Haleʻiwa
With deep roots on Oʻahu’s North Shore, the eatery’s seventh location marks a bit of a homecoming for its owners.
Bringing Hawaiʻi’s Culinary Community to the Table
At The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay, Alaia’s Town and Country Chef Series celebrates the chefs, farmers, ranchers and fishermen whose work continues to shape Hawaiʻi’s evolving culinary landscape.
The Best New Restaurants in Hawaiʻi
Start making reservations at these restaurants, voted the best new eateries across the Islands in our 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards.
Celebrated Chef Roy Yamaguchi Debuts New Dining Destination on Kauaʻi
The pioneering chef has partnered with Outrigger Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa to launch a new oceanfront restaurant showcasing the island’s farmers, ranchers and fishermen.
The 5 Best Malasadas in Hawaiʻi
Golden, pillowy and coated in sugar, these Portuguese pastries are one of Hawaiʻi’s favorite treats. Here are the bakeries that our readers say make them best.
The Story of Kauaʻi’s Tip Top Motel, Café, & Bakery
At this 110-year-old-business, you’ll find the heart of an island, a touch of history and a home away from home.
Alan Wong’s is Open at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
The pioneering chef revives his celebrated restaurant at the luxury resort.
Sample the Culinary Show at The Chef’s Table at Kaʻana Kitchen
The Andaz Maui’s signature restaurant invites diners to a six-course meal in the heart of its open-air kitchen.
What’s in a Hawaiian Plate, Anyway?
Across the Islands, there are restaurants, food trucks and lū‘au that serve these uniquely-Hawai‘i dishes. Here’s what to know about each dish on a classic Hawaiian plate.
For the Family Behind Leonard’s Bakery, Making Malasadas is a Sweet Labor of Love
Opened in 1952, the bakery helped popularize the sweet treat in Hawaiʻi. It’s a beloved spot, especially on Fat Tuesdsay, aka Malasada Day.
6 Must-Try Maui Mocktails for Dry January—Or Any Time of Year
Enjoy mixed drinks without the booze at these Valley Isle bars.