Hide-Chan Restaurant

2471 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Frank G. writes: Love this place.

Pleasant little mom and pop Okinawan restaurant that serves some unique dishes I cannot get elsewhere like:  Goya Tenpura (battered bittermelon) and Menchi Katsu (fried homemade hamburger/meatball).

Patrons consists mainly of elderly,…

Yakiniku Seoul

1521 S King St Ph
Honolulu, HI 96826

Smiley W. writes: Friend said that they offer one dish that he could never find in the bay area, "Meat Jun"--grounded beef with egg pancake.  .  I tried it, mmmm, yum.  I guess this plate is one of those Korean-Hawaiian food things.

Over all I love the food.  Best of…

Sushi Land South King

1610 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Cynthia A. writes: Though this casual restaurant was clean and cute, I didn't enjoy my sushi because the rice was not seasoned.  It's one thing to keep out the MSG (great!), but that doesn't mean one needs to just have plain rice for sushi.  I didn't know that using a…

Cafe 2600

2600 S King St
# 101
Honolulu, HI 96826

Kristina R. writes: So friendly!  

And for this loser without a laptop, I was thrilled to find an Internet cafe with reasonable rates.  $.11 a minute, with a $1.00 minimum charge is not bad when you're cruising around Honolulu desperately seeking wifi.

The Internet is…

Diamond Nails Inc

1960 Kapiolani Blvd Ste 114
Honolulu, HI 96826

Sheryl S. writes: This place is good.  I got the mani & pedi done.  They took the time to scrub off the calloused areas on the soles of my feet.  

Nail polishes: OPI (the best) & some other generic brand.

Great location in the heart of town, Mccully shopping center.

They…

Pho Thinh

2080 S King St
Ste 102
Honolulu, HI 96826

Norm G. writes: Pho (pronounced "Fuh") is a beef broth noodle soup.  They serve you the soup with your choice of meat inside, and then bring a platter of raw vegetables consisting of fresh basil, bean sprouts, long coriander, jalapeno pepper, and lemon or lime. You…

Bistro A Un

1960 Kapiolani Blvd
Ste 107
Honolulu, HI 96826

Joshua C. writes: A great little restaurant that's so under the radar you'll occasionally forget it exists (despite the fact that you absolutely love it). Hence it's taken me ninety something reviews to write about one of my favorite places to eat.

Bistro A Un is…

Gyotaku Japanese Restaurant

1824 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Anjelika J. writes: I like this place.  I find it to be "comfort" food for me when needed.  If ya have kids, Mondays and Tuesdays, it's the place to be.  Kids eat free with each paying adult.  

The poke is really really really good here, but I don't care for the sushi.…

Kozo Sushi Moiliili

2334 S King St
# 100
Honolulu, HI 96826

Joy S. writes: I love the tuna rolls and mainly just buy a bunch of those.  The other sushi is good too, but I find myself gorging out on the tuna rolls mostly.  Been going to this location since I was young.  I love Kozo sushi!!!

King Street Pet Hospital

2016 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96826

S Y. writes: Dr. Shelby Young Goo DVM and Dr. Richard M. Fujie DVM, PhD, MS are the 2 doctors at the King Street Pet Hospital which is across the old mccully chop suey restaurant.   conveniently located and hours are quite flexible. Mon, Thurs, Fri- 7 am to 5:30…

East Side Grill

Puck's Alley
1035 University Ave, Ste 102-3
HI 96826

Cynthia A. writes: http://www.yelp.com/bi...

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McCully Associates

1960 Kapiolani Blvd Ste B1
Honolulu, HI 96826

Cynthia A. writes: Whether I'm by myself or with a crowd, McCully Shopping Center is a great place to find something to eat.  I've eaten at every restaurant in the center except for Regal Diner (plate lunch place).  Why get a plate lunch when there's so much other…

Hard Rock Cafe

1837 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96826

Keane L. writes: The only HRC that I'll ever love. Ever. You can quote me on that, and I know you'll want to. When someone comes up to you and asks where my favorite HRC is, you'll know what to say... I just saved your ass from a potentially awkward moment.

They…

Spam Jam

Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96830

Sangorama s. writes: If you love Spam, you will dig this little shindig they got going in Waikiki.

One whole main strip of the road in Waikiki is blocked off with a couple of stages and tons of food and vendor booths, all selling Spam related stuff. They got all different…

American Skydiving

PO Box 75520
Honolulu, HI 96836

I C. writes: Also known as Skydive Hawaii, this is the place to skydive if you want an exotic location.  Where else can you have a breathtaking view of the ocean, the beach and the lush green scenery?  They say on a clear day, you can even see Pearl Harbor.…

Hawaii Meals On Wheels Inc

PO Box 61194
Honolulu, HI 96839

Chris E. writes: http://www.hmow.org

"Every weekday, including holidays, over 300 caring volunetters deliver hot food to more than 300 clients.  Our volunteers are often the only people our clients talk with or visit with for that day."  (July 2007)

From what I…

Oceans CPO Club

Naval Station Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor, HI 96860

Sam W. writes: One of few traditional Navy Chief Petty Officers' Clubs remaining in operation, Oceans should be a pilgrimage for every current and retired Navy Chief Petty Officer to pass through the Hawaiian Island of Oahu.  Typically hospitable staff and…

The Arts at Mark's Garage

1159 Nuuanu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96817

Candice D. writes: The Arts at Marks Garage is like a mini-landmark for the art community.  When you refer to any of the smaller art galleries around it, most times it's referred to in reference to Mark's Garage.  It is one of the best art venues in Hawaii due to its…

Omega Mandoo House

1636 Liliha St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Olivia D. writes: I was driving by, saw the 'Mandoo' sign, and immediately pulled over.

Inside the brightly lit little shop were buckets filled with chopped cabbage and two Korean ladies. Wait, I mean there were two Korean ladies in the shop, not chopped up in the…

Cafe Che Pasta

1001 Bishop St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Gwyn F. writes: Saturday night Salsa Dancing at it's best!  $5 to get in & dance 'til 2 in the morning.  A strong Long Island will only put you back $6 & the live salsa band mixes with the reggaeton music being spun in will always guarantee a good time.  Don't know…

Honolulu Symphony

650 Iwilei Rd Ste 202
Honolulu, HI 96817

Cynthia A. writes: Go support Hawaii's only professional orchestra.  If we don't support them, we could lose them.  A city is not considered a major one unless they have their own symphony!

If you have a short attention span I recommend the Pops! concerts.  I enjoyed…

Masu's Massive Plate Lunch

1808 Liliha St Frnt
Honolulu, HI 96817

Christina o. writes: I don't know what to tell you except this place is awesome. Walter and I were there a few years ago. It was so good!! Their plate lunches are huge and really could feed you two to three times. HAHA! Of course, Walter finished his lunch in one…

Won Kee Seafood Restaurant

100 N Beretania St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Lyn L. writes: Gotta go back to Won Kee...they have new owners and the food is GOOD....check out the Won Kee Crab...Last time I was there they had a special....for $40, you could order 4 dishes plus the crab.....What a deal....just gotta eat-in....but definitely…

Good Luck Chinese Restaurant

100 N. Beretania Street
#101
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anita L. writes: Thought we'd give this place a try as at 10.30am it was already pretty packed and we'd never eaten here before. We were seated almost immediately, but that was it. No one came to give us tea or anything else for a good 5 minutes. Finally, the table…

McDonald's Restaurants

414 N School St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anita L. writes: Okay I don't usually go to Mickey D's, but I was desperately seeking a restroom and this was the one we pulled into. Boy, what a NICE looking McDonald's!! It was 2 storeys and the floor was slate. I was amazed at the Asian-inspired decor on the upper…

Rosarina Pizza

1111 Maunakea St
Honolulu, HI 96817

demur e. writes: Apparently one can find delicious pizza in the midst of Chinatown.  Rosarina Pizza offers hand-tossed pizzas (they advertise as "New York Style"), pastas and sandwiches near the corner of Maunakea and Hotel Streets.

Food:  Very good and affordable.…

Zaffron Restaurant

69 N King St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Luckiest Guy i. writes: Zaffron Restaurant Review
By
Matthew Gray (aka "Luckiest Guy in Hawaii")
MGray@HawaiiFoodTours.com
Making the world a better place...to eat.

"I'm just mad about saffron" Miss A. sang as we left the King Street Indian dining establishment called…

Dragon Gate Book Store

100 N Beretania St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anita L. writes: An excellent little store which sells Chinese books and books on Chinese-related topics such as astrology etc. The store itself is very small and it's actually quite difficult to squeeze through the narrow aisle. However, I was able to find some…

O'Toole's Pub

902 Nuuanu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96817

I say HELLA .. writes: I really, really like this bar. O'Toole's is Irish, smoky, and has a little outside area. All those things make me happy.

Some nights are more exciting than others here. I can't really pinpoint which nights those are, but usually weekends. One…

Hong Kong Noodle House

100 N Beretania St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anita L. writes: Stopped by for lunch and was pleasantly surprised by the food. I had a beef brisket noodle (HK style) and some vegetables on the side. Good portion, well enough for me, and came to less than $8.

They have dry noodles, noodles with soup, rice plates…

Galilee Seafood Mart

1104 Maunakea St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Cynthia A. writes: Asian canned goods for Jews?  Didn't see much seafood in the place.

They do have some fresh fruits and veggies, but the majority of their products seemed to be things like various types of oyster and chili sauce.  They have a lot of different kinds of…

Cuu-Long II

175 N Hotel St
Ste 2
Honolulu, HI 96817

Olivia D. writes: For about ten years, I've refused to eat pho at any place other than To Chau, next door to Cuu Long. I just didn't think that any other place could possibly compare. I was wrong.

What prompted me to eat at Cuu Long instead were the constant lines, the…

Natsunoya Tea House

1935 Makanani Drive
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anita L. writes: Nestled above bustling Honolulu is Natsunoya Tea House, a traditional Japanese tea house up on the hill. From here, you are able to get a wonderful bird's eye view of the city and be treated to one of the last remaining teahouses on the islands.

We…

Sensually Yours

1130 N. Nimitz Hwy
Suite A112
Honolulu, HI 96817

Candice D. writes: For my 69th review...I went with the sex shop.  Yeah. that's right.  I only get one shot.  And this is it.  I opted for not the high road.  

Sensually Yours is becoming that landmark with which you describe things in Hawaii.  

"Where's your office?"…

thirtynine hotel

39 N Hotel St
Honolulu, HI 96817

kainanny c. writes: It ain't easy being me, in heels, after 10 martinis. And thirty nine hotel definitely did not make it any easier by making me walk up 999 stairs to get to this lounge. It was okay up, but i feared for my life in anticipation of the stumbling down.…

Yusura Japanese Restaurant

53 N Beretania St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Waynele Y. writes: if you usually feel hungry after leaving a japanese restaurant, yusura is the place for you.  their portions are enormous.  ordered the butterfish teishoku ($12), which was the most expensive dish on the menu.  i was very surprized at the size of the…

Kenny's Coffee House & Restaurant

1620 N School St Ste G3
Honolulu, HI 96817

Candice D. writes: A great place to grab some breakfast.   When i'm in town with my family, we usually try to swing by this place if we're there in the morning.

This place has a great diner feel to it, and lots of local flavors to boot.  

I think their breakfast is one…

O'ahu Market

145 North King Street
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anita L. writes: A wonderful 'wet market' where fresh produce, meats and much more are on sale daily. Located in the heart of Chinatown, this market starts business at 6am and shuts down at 3pm, so make sure you go early! Hawaiians are up at the crack of dawn and…

Subway Sandwiches & Salads

Kamehameha Shopping Center
1620 North School Street, Space #J-3A
Honolulu, HI 96817

Cynthia A. writes: $2.99 daily 6-inch specials (my favorite is Sunday's on wheat):

Sun:  Italian BMT
Mon:  Turkey Breast & Ham
Tues:  Meatball
Wed:  Cold Cut Combo
Thurs:  Ham
Fri:  Turkey Breast
Sat:  Seafood (with mayo)

Cup for self-serve water is still free.  

I'm not giving…