Ward's Rafters

3810 Mauna Loa Ave
Honolulu, HI 96822

christa w. writes: eh, don't worry squid. i think jazz enthusiasts will be happy to know a place like this exists. the location alone makes it one of those "you only go if you really WANT to go" spots. you know?

i'm rating this 4 stars for sure. i saw newjass record…

Green Door Cafe

1145 Maunakea St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Olivia D. writes: The first time I ate here, I arrived twenty minutes after the posted closing time on the door. As I stood outside the restaurant biting my lip in dismay, the owner opened the door and asked if I wanted to eat there. "Really? Are you sure it's okay?"…

Bob's Bar-B-Que Restaurants

1366 Dillingham Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96817

Anjelika J. writes: mmmm.... just look for the smoke, smell the goodness and then let your tastebuds do the rest.

I loves this place!  Their BBQ is the best I've had so far.  You want Kal-bi, eat here.  It's the plate lunch you're dreaming of RIGHT NOW!  Well, for me,…

The Mall at Pearl Harbor

4725 Bouganville Drive
Honolulu, HI 96818

Melanie R. writes: Oh man, I miss being affiliated with the military. Oh, wait...I miss living in Hawaii too! I've frequented several "exchanges" on different bases in my time (Fort Bragg's PX, Fort Jackson's PX, etc etc) and this, my friend, is the creme de la creme.…

Peppa's Korean Bbq

1249 Wilder Ave
Honolulu, HI 96822

Cynthia A. writes: I love the potato salad too!  It's like mac salad with no mac, add roasted, cold potato.  It's sooo good.  This place is definately my favorite Korean plate lunch place for sides ("four choices!").  My favorite thing to order is the kalbi plate.…

Volcano Joe's

1810 University Ave
Honolulu, HI 96822

Alyssa M. writes: Get the grilled eggplant & portebello mushroom sandwich. It's absolutely delicious!!

the smoked ahi spread is good too

***** SMOKED AHI SPREAD******

If you miss the smoked ahi spread, you can get it at foodland beretania in that "gourmet" section. I…

Manoa Falls

2035 Kamehameha Ave
Honolulu, HI 96822

Kristina R. writes: Someone obviously dipped me in mosquito pheromones while I was sleeping off a luau pig coma, because the moment I stepped out of the car they literally SWARMED ME.  It was the locust scene out of Days of Heaven, I swear to God.

Other than that, a…

Lyon Arboretum

3860 Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822

David D. writes: Controlled chaos.  

What better way to see the Manoa Valley than to take a drive up to the Lyon Arboretum?  At the end of the road -- not the parking lot for the Manoa Falls hike, we kept driving up the 1-1/2 lane road -- there was a visitor center…

The Wedding Cafe

2752 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 5-209
Manoa Marketplace
Honolulu, HI 96822

Cynthia A. writes: After going to the Bridal Expo at the Blaisdell Center, I found this place to be a let down.  It's a lot smaller than I expected.  They do have lots of vendor advertisements here, with magazines available to browse.  

I tried to order a sandwich, but…

Kay's Crackseed

2752 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Jane L. writes: Small liquor-like store filled with large glass containers of you-know-what.  Crackseed!  Those infamous containers that otherwise have you conjuring up images of preserved body parts.  Okay, no more CSI for me.

Li hing wet, dry, drenched, parched,…

O-Bok Restaurant

2756 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Liz T. writes: Food alone, it deserves 5 stars. The Meat Jun is a perfect 10, its very affordable price of $7.30 makes it an 11, and the reddish brown sauce at the table makes it a 12. I love the little vegetable side dishes--in addition to being free, they make me…

The Massage Specialists

1750 Kalakaua Ave
Ste 512
Honolulu, HI 96826

Alyssa M. writes: Ask for Tai!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tai gives euphoric deep tissue massages.  She's available only on the weekends, I think. She doesn't talk while massaging too, so you can truly relax.

OMG.. This place.. i think it's $45/hr. all the time.
I love going here.

They…

Beard Papa's Cream Puffs

7192 Kalanianaole Hwy.
Koko Marina Center
Honolulu, HI 96825

Kristina R. writes: I have to take one star off.

I'm so sorry about this, Papa, but your Hawaii puffs are not cutting the mustard for me!  They lost some of their charm on the Islands, for some odd reason.  I'm sad.

Here's some good advice:  It's really hard to enjoy…

Roy's Restaurant

6600 Kalanianaole Hwy
Ste 209
Honolulu, HI 96825

Jen S. writes: I'm still thinking about the dinner that I had at Roy's!  We came here to celebrate my brother's graduation from UH at Manoa.  From the service to the food to the ambiance, everything was beautiful!  We made reservations which is recommended and got…

Fujioka's Wine & Spirits

2919 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite LL
Honolulu, HI 96826

Y C. writes: Fujioka's is located at the bottom of Market City shopping center. The store is in the lot directly across from Kaimuki HS. They were one of the first wine stores in Hawaii that I remember - of course, my memory's a bit fuzzy on that.

Their price…

Yamas Fish Market

2332 Young St
Honolulu, HI 96826

omar b. writes: the pasteles were much more grubbing than Young's- go with the spicy one and be sure to heat up for no more than a minute cause it will get a bit too mushy.

the olives add a nice touch as they bring a different flavor from what iam used to eating in…

Sushi King

2700 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Bryan D. writes: If you are hungry after 10:30PM then this place might be for you. Used to be very good. Combination plate has everything you need: Main entree, miso soup ( which is really good) , and sushi. You might want to watch out for the service which has been…

Champion Malasadas

1926 S Beretania St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Katie-Yaki S. writes: Hello warm, sugary, eggy goodness of Champion's malasadas and welcome to my belly!!!! Thank god I don't live in Honolulu or else I would have the same round shape as a malasada.

Growing up I had been exposed to the dueling malasada purveyors of…

Pho Bistro 2

1694-C Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96826

Frank H. writes: This place RUINED ALL Pho restaurants for me!  No matter where I've been the Pho has NEVER been the same.  Everything is fresh, the service is great and the Pho is ALWAYS consistently amazing.  Portions are generous and so are the staff; as soon as…

Coffee or Tea?

1960 Kapiolani Boulevard
McCully Shopping Center
Honolulu, HI 96826

Liz T. writes: I come here almost everyday and if I don't, my dad does to get me Milk Tea with Pearls. It's an expensive addiction.

7 years x 365 days x $3.66/cup = My future children's private school education fund

I can't help drinking it away--it's the perfect…

The Greek Corner

1025 University Ave
Honolulu, HI 96826

elisa h. writes: i ordered a chicken gyro with a side of salad.  they were definitely very generous with the chicken to the point i felt like it was too chicken-y.  anyways, i still enjoyed it.  i ate some of the hubby's greek fries.  they were nice  -  soggy, just…

Manuheali'i

930 Punahou St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Kris M. writes: They have some of the cutest and, most importantly, original Hawaiian prints.  I used to wear their culottes waaay back when I was 10 years old.  And now, they still make clothes that are just as cute to wear as they were 15 years ago.

I've gotten so…

Sushi Company

1111 McCully St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Waynele Y. writes: The Sushi Company is my absolute favorite "fast food" type sushi place.  The owners are Japanese (like from Japan), so you know you are getting the authentics.  Priced the same as Kozo, Aloha and the others, their sushi is far superior in taste and…

Bead It Inc

767 Kailua Rd Ste B
Kailua, HI 96734

Kristina R. writes: Kinda pricey, but I'm from SF and I'm used to General Bead pricing.  They have some really cool stuff, though.  I love their selection of charms...they have little Hawaiian surfboards, flip-flops and palm trees...how cute is that!  The selection of…

Le Guignol Restaurant

1010 S King St
Ste 108
Honolulu, HI 96814

Kristina R. writes: Le Guignol is a sweet, tiny, minuscule place tucked away in the Medical Arts building next to the Blaisdell Center in Honolulu.  I was looking for a proper restaurant.  Mom's b-day was coming, and I had to find the right place for Queen Picky…

Cafe Sistina

1314 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96814

Liz T. writes: I felt like I was in Italy again with the renaissance frescoes and table parmesan. The waitress even spoke some Italian. Other than the friendly service and unique setting, though, there's not much else to recommend--the food isn't as good as the…

Million Restaurant

626 Sheridan St
Honolulu, HI 96814

Smiley W. writes: Business Hours (MON-Closed)
TUE-SAT: 11:00AM~5:00AM---WooW---v ery very very LATE
SUN: 11:00AM~12 Midnight

This Korean restaurant is well-known among local people.  Small and, of course, you will smell like BBQ after eating there.  However, the food is…

California Beach Rock N'sushi

404 Ward Ave
Honolulu, HI 96814

Lily R. writes: I am so glad that I acquired a taste for tuna and raw fish before this trip to Oahu. I absolutley enjoyed every single bite of sushi here. Everything was delicious and fresh. You can't go wrong here. Try ALL of the rolls!

Haagen-Dazs

1450 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Cynthia A. writes: Ooooh, I love Haagen Dazs.  I was a major part of my life growing up.  The one I used to go to is no longer in existence (on Kalakaua, near Beretania Foodland - I think it's a Pho shop now).  Now I hit this Haagen Dazs because it is convenient to get…

Lupicia Fresh Tea

Ala Moana Center
#1100
Honolulu, HI 96814

Mona N. writes: Forget macademia nuts, if you ever visit Honolulu bring home tea instead.

I am a coffee lover and tea confuses the hell out of me but Lupicia offers fabulous gift sets within reasonable price ranges so you can go all out (around $100) or save (under…

Imari

661 Keeaumoku St
Ste 102
Honolulu, HI 96814

Alyssa M. writes: Authentic Japanese Bento!!

They have a bunch of sets you can choose from.  I usually order the Salmon bento.

They used to give me lots of Takana but last time I went they said no.
oh well!

They take a long time to serve you though. Call in advance.

Forty Niner Restaurant

98-110 Honomanu St
Aiea, HI 96701

Joshua C. writes: Sometimes the best secrets are hidden in plain sight. I always thought this place was abandoned....in fact I'm sure most people drive right by this place. Don't be one of them. Don't miss out on one of the island's great old school hole in the wall…

Dixie Grill

99-012 Kamehamea Hwy
Aiea, HI 96701

Mason T. writes: This place is pretty good. Upon walking in I was blinded by the over patriotic decor. This place is pretty much designed after Old Glory. The staff was nice, chipper, and upbeat and we had the option to sit outside or in. We at first chose out since…

Best Buy

98-051 Kamehameha Hwy
Aiea, HI 96701

Dina V. writes: We bought a tv, a stand, and a 4 year service plan in 20 minutes. EXCEPTIONAL customer service. The store is 2 stories with most everything on the 2nd floor.

Baldwin's Shaved Ice

98-040 Kamehameha Hwy # 10
Aiea, HI 96701

Kevin S. writes: A must visit whenever I'm home in the islands... except at Christmas time because they always close the week of Christmas till the beginning of the new year - why oh why must you torment me so!?!?!!!

Anyway, love the shave ice here... very fine.  The…

CK Surfboards Hawaii

Aiea, HI 96701

Jeffrikas A. writes: CK has been shaping a ton of boards out of Hawaii that work really well here (SF/Pacifica) with the mushy and crumbly beach break lineups that I usually find myself in...(been riding a number of his shortboards...)  Craig is extremely helpful with…

Daiichi Noodles Cafe

Aiea Shopping Plaza
99-080 Kauhale Road, Bldg A
Aiea, HI 96701

Jeremy N. writes: I looove this place!  They are very consistent, cheap, and serve large portions (for those who like to eat ;) .  My sister-in-law directed me here and told me to try the miso ramen.  She was right this time.  You can tell they put a lot of attention…

Champa Thai Restaurant

98-199 Kamehameha Hwy # C2
Aiea, HI 96701

Chelsea A. writes: I was introduced here by my mom, who came here for a dinner party once. I remember having a great experience as I never had Thai food before, but is always up for trying different things, especially new foods! I love their Mee Krob, which is fried…

Dirty Lickins

99-115 Aiea Heights Dr
Ste. 303
Aiea, HI 96701

Joshua C. writes: Recently we celebrated one of my coworker's birthdays. This being her favorite lunch spot we decided to all order from here. While I don't remember much of my multi variable engineering calculus class, I'm pretty sure it was easier than getting…

Marujyu Market

Waimalu Shopping Center
98-020 Kamehameha Hwy
Aiea, HI 96701

James P. writes: Marujyu is an old time favorite that goes way back. They have been serving delicious Hawaiian food and fresh poke. They have recently moved to the Newtown Business Park near Grace's drive inn on Moanalua Road. Marujyu's still continue to serve your…