One of Honolulu's newest restaurants is also one of the most hotly anticipated amongst those in the know - Agaru by Chef Chris Kajioka. Agaru is Kajioka's first izakaya concept, and, as you'd expect, it's both familiar and different all at once. … [Read more...] about An Incredible Izakaya Experience at Agaru
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Outstanding Soba at Kamonegi Seattle
During our first day in Seattle, we did a lot of repeat stuff I'm not going to cover here, such as revisiting the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. However, that night, we did make it out to Kamonegi Seattle for an outstanding modern Japanese dinner. … [Read more...] about Outstanding Soba at Kamonegi Seattle
Sushi Sho Waikiki – The World’s Most Unique Sushi
Sushi is pervasive today. But, as you might imagine, all sushi isn't created equally. Much like pizza, you have utility-grade sushi to artisan-grade. Sushi Sho Waikiki is of the artisan variety but is SO much more. … [Read more...] about Sushi Sho Waikiki – The World’s Most Unique Sushi
Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant
Mrs. Island Miler loves sushi. So last November, I took her to Honolulu's Akira Japanese restaurant for her birthday, as they feature quite a few uni dishes on their menu - uni being one of her favorites. … [Read more...] about Review: Akira Japanese Restaurant
Eating Udon at Cafe Sanuki Las Vegas
The day after my visit to Code 3 Urgent Care, I began feeling better. So I got myself miso soup and rice via room service for lunch. And then, for dinner, I went to get udon at Cafe Sanuki Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Eating Udon at Cafe Sanuki Las Vegas
Review: Yamada Chikara Honolulu
One of Honolulu's newest restaurants seemingly popped up out of nowhere. But the buzz quickly grew around the eatery, as its chef/owner has an incredible pedigree; he trained at the legendary El Bulli. So, of course, Mrs. Island Miler and I had to check out Yamada Chikara Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Review: Yamada Chikara Honolulu
Review: Torikyu Yakitori Restaurant
I love yakitori, but finding good yakitori restaurants can be difficult. Thankfully, friends of ours introduced Mrs. Island Miler and I, to Torikyu. … [Read more...] about Review: Torikyu Yakitori Restaurant
Review: Gazen Bar and Grill Honolulu
Honolulu is filled with Japanese food, so if that's your kind of thing, you'll have no shortage of options. They range in price from expensive to cheap and excellent to awful. But Gazen Bar and Grill is both excellent and inexpensive. … [Read more...] about Review: Gazen Bar and Grill Honolulu
Review: Sushi Murayama
As I've said previously, Hawaii, and Honolulu specifically, has many great sushi spots. And while Sushi ii is my favorite, Sushi Murayama is another one that I love. … [Read more...] about Review: Sushi Murayama
Review: Katsuya Las Vegas at the SLS Las Vegas
Following our adventures at Zion National Park, we returned to the SLS Las Vegas. We decided to have two dinners that night, with the first one being at Katsuya Las Vegas. … [Read more...] about Review: Katsuya Las Vegas at the SLS Las Vegas