The loss of Kaimuki's HeiHo House was a gut-punch to me. There, they served up quirky, unique, yet insanely delicious food and drink, by some of the best people in the industry. So I was elated to hear that the team would be back together at a completely different concept: Obake Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Review: Obake Honolulu
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An Incredible Izakaya Experience at Agaru
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
The Incredible FoodxJitsu Omakase Set
Hilo is Hawaii's hidden foodie secret. While there are more obvious choices, such as Moon & Turtle - I really gotta get there one of these days - there are other, hidden options. The one I wanted to try the most and got to try this past September is the FoodxJitsu omakase set. … [Read more...] about The Incredible FoodxJitsu Omakase Set
Review: Sakana All-You-Can-Eat Sushi
On our third night in Vegas, our entire family had dinner at Sakana All-You-Can-Eat Sushi. Not only is the sushi all you can eat, but it's also a really inexpensive spot that's popular with both locals and visitors alike. … [Read more...] about Review: Sakana All-You-Can-Eat Sushi
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
Other 2019 Honolulu Marathon Eats
Back in the normal days of December 2019, we ate a lot of things during the Honolulu Marathon weekend. But, aside from paying our first visit to Morimoto Asia Waikiki. So here's our other 2019 Honolulu Marathon Eats. … [Read more...] about Other 2019 Honolulu Marathon Eats
Review: Katsumidori Sushi Hawaii
Inexpensive and sushi don't usually go hand-in-hand, but sometimes it just works. And if you're in Hawaii and want good sushi on a budget, check out Katsumidori Sushi. … [Read more...] about Review: Katsumidori Sushi Hawaii
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