Hawaii Dining Out 20 February 2011

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Elizabeth Chan with a plateful of

Furikake Mahi, one of several

popular dishes available at

I Love Country Cafe.

L et’s face it, we all know that

mornings can be brutal, espe-

cially if you’re waking up before

the sun. So why not make it a little

easier knowing that you have some

temptingly delicious breakfast

options awaiting you?

Breakfast is the one meal that many

ignore, and yet it remains key to main-

taining a healthy lifestyle. Even I

admit to skipping a hearty breakfast

from time to time due to a hectic

schedule. So what is a busy person to

do?

Well, guess what, foodies? We’re in

luck. There are many “Ono, You

Know” establishments that offer up

some incredible selections when it

comes to that most important meal of

the day — leaving

us with no excuses

for not having

breakfast.

So, rise and

shine! Go ahead

and rub that last

bit of sleep from

your eyes and

read on because

it’s bound to be a

great day!

Wailana Coffee HouseBreakfast lovers rejoice! The Waikiki

landmark known as Wailana Coffee

House is open at all hours of the day

and night, serving up just what you

need when that pang of hunger hits at

2 a.m. And, it’s been satisfying cus-

tomers since 1969.

Like music to my ears, I just could-

n’t resist feasting on the Irish

Breakfast ($11.15), or what general

manager Kenton Tom calls the most

filling breakfast of the bunch. The

Irish Breakfast features a three-egg

omelet filled to the max with corned

beef hash topped with Cheddar

cheese, complete with a butter-grilled

fresh pineapple spear, hash brown

potatoes, toast, coffee and your

choice of juice. Really, is there any

better way to start your day?

“I would say we probably sell more

omelettes because it’s your complete

breakfast from start to finish,” Tom

says. “You really can’t beat it.”

And if you’re wide awake at 3 a.m. —

or noon, for that matter — and can’t

control your sweet tooth, opt for the

mouth-watering Belgian Waffle with

ono, you know

Getting a jump on the day with

Breakfast’s Best

Above: The author can’t wait to take a bite out

of Wailana Coffee House’s scrumptious Irish

Breakfast ($11.15). Right: The Belgian Waffle

($8), topped with strawberries and whipped

cream, is one of the sweeter things on the menu

at Wailana Coffee House.

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or Richardand Millie Chan,

owners of I Love CountryCafé, one thing is certain: Theirgourmet food business isdeeply rooted in their love fordaughter Elizabeth, the inspira-tion behind this eatery.

“When my daughter was young, wewanted to be responsible parents and giveher a nutritious diet,” Richard recalls.

“In preschool, we were always servedbrown rice because we were told it washealthy,” says Elizabeth, chiming in. “Fromthen on, my parents, who had never hadthis type of rice in their lives, only servedme brown rice.”

That was more than 20 years ago. Sincethen, the Chans have kept that same com-mitment by serving up some of the health-iest, home-style meals to kamaaina.

I Love Country Café first opened as asmall eatery along Fort Street Mall back in1987. Three years later, the business relo-cated to a roomier spot along Piikoi Street.What seemed like a landmark to many forclose to 20 years would soon close shop,but not before Richard opened a new1,000-square-foot restaurant on QueenStreet.

“We first started serving our own per-

s o n a lrecipes,”

R i c h a r dexplains, “and

over the years themenu has evolved, and

our customers have had a greatinfluence on our current food selection.”

A self-proclaimed “die-hard foodie” her-self, Elizabeth is quick to mention that herfamily lives, breathes and eats for thelongevity of the restaurant. As the onlychild and graduate of Iolani School,Georgetown University and William S.Richardson School of Law, Elizabethserves as counsel for I Love Country Café.At the tender age of 4, she affectionatelynamed the restaurant and now overseesmuch of the day-to-day operations.

“Right now we’re cross-training the staffat our different locations — Queen Street,the Navy Exchange and downtown,” sheexplains.

“I collaborate with many of our chefsand work a lot with our bakers on develop-ing new products. This is how I would per-sonally cook at home. I wouldn’t want toserve my customers something that Imyself wouldn’t eat.”

And with an ever-expanding menu,Elizabeth says, the restaurant caters toanyone wanting a guilt-free, homemademeal. Everything is served fresh and madeto order, utilizing a majority of local ingre-dients.

The Furikake Mahi ($7.95 small, $9.95)and Fresh Roast Turkey ($9.25, white meat

onlyadd an

additional $1.30)are among the house spe-

cialties.“The Furikake Mahi is very popular. We

serve it with rice and stir-fried vegeta-bles,” Elizabeth says. “The Kiawe SteakWrap ($8.95), served with avocado, mush-room and onions and paired with sea-soned fries, is one of my favorites.

“We’re also experimenting with home-made smoked bacon and are slowlyimmersing it to the menu,” she adds, not-ing that it can be included with many ofthe breakfast items.

“I got together with our chef one dayand brought over some pork belly. Wemarinated it for a week and smoked it, andthere you have it — smoked bacon.”

According to Elizabeth, the restaurant’sspecialty bacon is cut a little thicker thanyour average bacon, thus giving off ameatier and smokier flavor and taste.

Customers also can create their ownsalad, but the Cobb Salad ($7.25 small,$8.95 regular) has proven to be a hit, alongwith the Cheeseburger Deluxe ($7.95), TeriBurger ($6.95) and Garlic MushroomBurger ($7.50), all made with kiawe-grilledAngus beef patties complete with the per-fect pairing of lettuce, tomato, mayo, Dijonmustard and choice of french fries, tossedsalad or potato-macaroni salad.

Loyal customers are well aware and newdiners will soon find out that I LoveCountry Café is so much more than youraverage local plate lunch joint. In fact, itstands in a league of its own.

“We cater to most dietary restrictions,whether the customer be vegan or vege-tarian,” Elizabeth states. “Pretty mucheverything on the menu can be adapted tothe customer’s request.

“We also have a lot of customers whocome in and ask for certain specifications.For instance, they request for their food tobe cooked with less oil, no oil, less carbs,or more vegetables,” she says. “I thinkwhat’s important about food being good

for you is that it’s fresh. There’s a theo-ry in Hong Kong along the lines of, if foodis over a day old, you shouldn’t be eatingit because the nutrients have vanished.”

Yet, when it comes to the ultimate din-ing experience, there’s one rule that can-not be broken — you must save room fordessert. And at I Love Country Café, fresh-ness is key. Desserts range in price from$1.50 to $5 and feature a diversity of items,including the restaurant’s famousMacadamia Nut Cheesecake, BreadPudding, Butter Mochi, Vegan Oat Cakes,Brownies and more.

“It’s always exciting to explore new foodconcepts and recipes,” says Millie, whohelps oversee the catering aspect of thebusiness.

“I really enjoy making candy, which is adying art. Therefore, we do a lot ofresearch when it comes to candy and haveactually visited old candy masters in Asia,more specifically Thailand, Hong Kong,Macau and China,” she says. Indeed,Millie’s famous Cranberry Macadamia NutCandy has been flying off the shelves.

So, while diners are bustling in and outof I Love Country Café on a daily basis, theChans are busy refueling bodies with nutri-tious and delicious meals. Sure, some maycall it work, but for the owners, catering totheir guests is a passion.

Or as Millie explains it, “Everything hereis made from love.”

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I Love Country CafeWhere: 885 Queen St.

Call: 596.8108, 783.7901 (Catering Hotline)

Hours: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday-Friday; 7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday

Website: www.ilovecountrycafehawaii.com

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1 Furikake Mahi & Mochiko Chicken

Mixed ($10.95)

2 Two Eggs Breakfast with Homemade Bacon &

Fried Rice ($8.39)

3 Country Club Sandwich($8.75)

4 Fresh Roast Turkey ($9.25)

5 Cobb Salad ($8.95)

6 Ahi Poke Bowl ($6.95)

7 Eggs Florentine with Country Fried Potatoes ($8.29)

8 Teri Kiawe Angus Beef Burger ($6.95)

9 Kiawe Steak Wrapwith Seasoned Fries($8.95)

10 Elizabeth Chanoffers diners a coupleof I Love Country

Cafe’s healthiestdishes.

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One bite of the friedchicken at Max’s ofManila and you’ll know

why the restaurant is knownas “the house that friedchicken built.” Juicy, tenderand oh, so crispy, the chickenis lightly cooked to mouth-

water-ing perfection from a specialrecipe that literally helpedcreate what is today aFilipino food institution.

“It’s prepared just a little spe-cial,” says Maly San Luis, managingdirector of Max’s Hawaii. “That’s

how it all start-ed.”

The Max’sstory begins in1945 whenM a x i m oGimenez, aStanford-edu-cated teacher,befriended agroup ofA m e r i c a no c c u p a t i o ntroops sta-tioned atQuezon Cityin thePhil ippines.The GIs regu-larly visitedM a x i m o ’ snearby homefor a drink or

two, and aftersome time

insisted theyrepay their host

for his generosity.This prompted Maximo

to open a cafe, where his nieceRuby managed the kitchen andserved a very simple, but very pop-ular fried chicken. News traveledfast concerning the delicious dishand soon people from all over wereflocking to Max’s for a taste of thehouse specialty.

Today the little cafe has expand-ed into a full-fledged restaurantempire, with more than 120 loca-tions in the Philippines, U.S. andCanada, with plans to branch outto Dubai and Australia later thisyear.

“The grandchildren of Ruby andthe grandchildren of Max are theones currently running the fran-chising, and now they’re lookingfor growth outside of thePhilippines,” San Luis says of the65-year-old business.

On Oahu, locals are fortunate tohave two Max’s. The first opened in2006 in the Waipahu ShoppingPlaza. The public’s response wasso overwhelmingly positive that asecond outlet was added last yearin town, right across the parkinglot from Costco Iwilei.

“So far it’s been going well,” saysSan Luis of the Dillingham restau-rant. “The type of food that theyorder is pretty much the same, butwe’re getting a lot of non-Filipinosin town. We’re getting a lot of first-timers venturing out, and the feed-back that we’re getting is (thefood) is not as foreign as they hadexpected.”

According to San Luis, Filipinofood is a cross of Spanish, Chineseand Malay cuisine, taking the bestfrom all three styles to form a trulyunique and tasty food experience.

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1 Chef Gregorio Delos Santos, at left, holds a dish of Pancit Canton and Max’s famous Fried Chicken, while chef Nestor Manimtim holds the Lumpiang Ubod. 2 Pancit Canton ($7.95) 3 Max's Fried Chicken ($13.50) 4 Kare-Kare Bagoon ($11.95)


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“But sometimes when people come in forthe first time, they can feel a little intimidat-ed and not know where to start,” sheadmits of the expansive menu that, in addi-tion to that famous fried chicken ($7.95 forhalf, $13.50 whole), also has a large offeringof traditional Filipino dishes done withhomey twist.

“Our core menu are the traditionalFilipino dishes, but we try to come up withnew things all the time, and that’s where wethrow in the twist,” San Luis explains. “Likethe Pinakbet, that’s a very common veg-etable dish, but we kind of do a twist ON the

shrimp base — that’s done special by thechef — so you can’t just go to the marketand buy a bottle (of the sauce).

“And that’s one of our secrets, to havethat authentic cooking,” she adds. “Ourchefs are actually from the Philippines. Onehas been with Max’s for 15 years, the otherhas been with Max’s for 18.”

For newbies to the house of Max, San Luissuggests beginning with one of the housespecialties, like Kare-Kare ($11.95/$18.95), ahearty stew of tender oxtail, beef shank andvegetables swimming in a rich peanutsauce. A lively shrimp paste is served onthe side for an added flavor kick.

Another native delicacy (and San Luis’personal favorite) is the Crispy Pata($12.95/$16.95), pork knuckles simmered ina special marinade and deep-fried to goldenperfection.

Other popular items to try include PancitCanton ($7.95), Pinakbet ($8.95), Sinigangna Hipon ($8.50/$13.95), Chicken or PorkAdobo ($8.95), Halo-Halo ($5.50) andLumpia, which range from the traditionalLumpiang Shanghai ($6.95) to the moremodern Lumpiang Ubod ($5.95).

“It’s made out of coconut palm, almostlike a heart of palm salad, and it’s choppedup, stir-fried, seasoned and then wrapped ina fresh crepe wrapper. It’s not deep-fried soit’s healthier and a lot fresher,” San Luisexplains.

“There’s a vast menu,” she adds, “but thisis always a good place to start.”

Portions are plentiful, even for a regularorder, so it’s a good idea to bring along a

friend or two to share in the bounty.Or enjoy a complete feast for one with

one of Max’s six combo plates. Each mealcomes with a leg of Max’s chicken,choice of rice (steamed white,brown or garlic) and combinationof sides. Prices range from $5.95(Max’s Basic — chicken leg,choice of rice) to $9.50 (Max’sChicken Dinner — half serving ofchicken, choice of rice or frenchfries, soup of the day or tossedsalad, and dessert).

“There’s some that comewith noodles, some thatcome with lumpia, chopsuey,” San Luis says.“Special ingredientshere and there ... We tryto do a little somethingextra than the nor-mal.”

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5 Fresh Lumpiang Ubod ($5.95) 6 Pinakbet ($8.95) 7 Full-size Crispy Pata ($16.95) 8 Max's of Manilla managing director Maly San Luis with a dish of Crispy Pata ($16.95).


Where: • 801 Dillingham Blvd., #108 (Next to Costco Iwilei)• 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1 (Waipahu Shopping Plaza)

Hours: • Open 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. daily (Dillingham) • Open 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday;

11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday (Waipahu)

Where: 951.MAXS(6297)

Web: www.maxsofmanila.com

Notes: Filipino breakfast is servedfrom 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sundays at theWaipahu location, featuring morningfavorites like Bangsilog ($7.95),Longsilog ($6.95), Tocilog ($6.96) and Tapsilog ($7.50).

Fantasies become reality at theOcean House, located beachfront inthe Outrigger Reef Hotel. Once they

step foot into the establishment, dinersare presented with fabulous cuisineamid spectacular oceanfront views ofWaikiki and Diamond Head.

The Ocean House exudes casual ele-gance, and since opening its doors nineyears ago, the restaurant expanded itsrepertoire by beginning to serve itsearly bird diners in December 2009.

So, start off your day the right wayand partake in a hearty breakfast in arelaxing, stress-free environment.Breakfast manager Chris Cole was morethan happy to share with Dining Out afew of the top breakfast items that haveguests up and at ’em by the crack ofdawn.

on the menu

Waking Up at Ocean House 1 & 2 Fresh Fruit Sunrise ($13)

3 Neptune Omelette ($16)

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Ocean HouseWhere:Outrigger Reef Hotel, 2169 Kalia Road

Call: 923.2277

Website:www.oceanhousewaikiki.com

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Top Breakfast Items

Belgian Waffles ($14)A light and crispy waffle topped with your

choice of fresh wild berries or bananas.“I’d have to say our waffle is the most popular

item on the breakfast menu, especially with thekids,” Cole says. “Some people order the waffleswith a side of bacon or a couple of scrambled eggs— it really makes a well-rounded and filling meal.”

Neptune Omelette ($16)This omelet features blue crab seasoned with

oyster sauce, sweet chili, celery, onions, greenonions and applewood smoked bacon, toppedwith a succulent lobster cream sauce.

Fresh Fruit Sunrise ($13)A pineapple bowl filled to the brim with an

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At Azure Restaurant, it is clear that the mealis as much about the all-around diningexperience as it is about the food.

“For me, the restaurant is not only about thefood, the restaurant is not only about the service, the restaurant is about theexperience, so what kind of experience can you create,” says Chef de CuisineJon Matsubara. “I think everyone has a memory of kickin’ back with somegreat friends, listening to tunes, eating great food and having really good wineor really good drinks and just enjoying themselves. And it’s a combination ofall those different experiences that create the whole.

“I think you remember something like that just as much, if not more.”Listening to the passion with which he speaks, it’s hard to imagine the

award-winning chef even considered doing anything else with his life.However, Matsubara, who has worked at acclaimed restaurants Roy’s, CanoeHouse, Restaurant Jean Georges, Tabla, Bouley, Alan Wong’s and Stage, orig-inally had no intention of going into the culinary arts.

“I was in law school, and I was in Civ Pro one day and this guy next to mewas called upon and was reading the case study, and I was just looking athim thinking, ‘Wow, how comethis guy is so excited? Did weread the same thing, ‘cuz Iread it and it wasn’t that inter-esting.’ And it was then that Irealized that, you know, I cannever be successful in thisgenre because how can I com-pete against someone who’sso passionate about it,” heconfesses.

Shortly after his realizationMatsubara found himself in arestaurant kitchen in SanFrancisco.

“From that moment on Iwas hooked,” he says with alaugh. “There was kitchen lan-guage I didn’t understand —86 all day, all this kind ofthings — and they had fish allin rosemary and oil and theywere grilling and they weremoving and they were yelling... There was a feeling like, thisis exactly what I want to dowith the rest of my life. And Ijust followed my heart. Fromthere, I knew I wanted to cre-ate these experiences and be a part of having fun.”

Today Matsubara displays his talents each night with a menu centered aroundfreshness, quality and, above all else, the experience.

“Cooking should be fun,” he says. “Food is so dynamic, it can never get boringbecause you can always re-create something, you can always put your own twist,and it’s always evolving.”

Diners can choose between a traditional a la carte menu, which features thebest of the day’s fresh-caught fish and wide selection of sides, or a five-coursetasting menu that can be paired with wines hand-selected by Azure’s in-housesommeliers ($69 per person, $89 with wine pairing).

Reservations may be made after 4 p.m. daily, with the latest reservation avail-able at 8:45. Seating stops at 9.

Iknow it’s only rock ’n’ roll, but I like it. And apparentlyso does the crew at Azure Restaurant, because the leg-endary music of The Rolling Stones is the inspiration

behind “Beggars Banquet,” the third in a series of quar-terly culinary-themed events scheduled at 6 p.m. thisWednesday at the award-winning Royal Hawaiian restau-rant.

“It should be fun,” says Chef de Cuisine Jon Matsubara,who collaborated on the four-course food-and-cocktailpairing with master mixologist Joey Gottesman.

“At cocktail pairings, there’s a lot of interaction, andJoey, he’s a master mixologist, but he’s also a comedian.So when he takes the helm and he describes his drink andhe talks about The Rolling Stones, he’s very entertaining,and that takes care of half the dinner experience,”Matsubara adds. “It’s different from wine dinners, whichare ‘been there, done that already’; it’s something inspir-ing to do and different from the daily norm.”

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The second course ofWednesday’s “BeggarsBanquet” features oys-

ters Casino-Fella, featur-ing roasted Pacific oys-

ters topped in apple-wood-smoked porkbelly, sake-braised

spinach and bearnaisesauce.

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Jon Matsubara eighty-sixed a promising lawcareer for the allure of a chef’s life.

Getting satisfaction froma Stones-inspired menu

By Kyle Galdeira

In Don Ho’s memorable

melody My Little GrassShack, the late entertainer

speaks about returning to

his quaint dwelling on

Hawaii’s Kona coast to

catch up with “kanes and

wahines” from his past.

While Ho lives on

through memories and his

music, those who visit Don

Ho’s Island Grill in Aloha

Tower Marketplace are able

to relax under the shade of

the eatery’s own little grass

shack that houses its full

bar. Whether stopping by

after work for some pau

hana beverages or enjoying

a scenic dinner along

Honolulu Harbor, Don Ho’s

pupu menu aims to please.

The Fried Calamari

($12.50) still stands as one

of the restaurant’s most

popular dishes, and each

generous portion is served

with plenty of bite-size,

golden brown pieces coat-

ed with a furikake season-

ing. The calamari rings are

tender and full of flavor, and

are carefully prepared to

avoid the tough, chewy tex-

ture commonly experi-

enced when the dish is

overcooked. Don Ho’s cala-

mari, which comes with a

passion fruit cocktail sauce,

is “simple, yet effective,”

according to general man-

ager Michael Maielua.

Maielua says that the

most common compliment

fielded by customers who

chose the calamari is that

“it’s the best they ever

had.” He recommends pair-

ing the pupu with any one

of the restaurant’s draft

beers from the bar that, in

Maielua’s opinion, offers

the most extensive selec-

tion of local beers in Aloha

Tower Marketplace — and

maybe in downtown

Honolulu.

Don Ho’s also offers an

extensive Happy Hour

menu served daily from 3 to

6 p.m. The pupu menu

offers a wide variety of

items conveniently priced

from $3 to $6, and includes

fries ($3), kalua pork sliders

($5), mozzarella sticks ($5)

and cheeseburger sliders

($6).

pupu picks

At Don Ho’s, the appetizers gobest with pau hana beverages

Straight from the 1981 album Tattoo Youis a first course ready to Start Me Up:

Roasted Kona lobster slathered in green

garlic butter and Parmesan and served

over a bed of Hamakua Springs tomatoes,

tarragon and fresh mozzarella. The dish is

paired with a Sage and Honey cocktail, a

fresh blend of lemon, blueberries, sage,

Hawaiian honey and Bombay Sapphire.

“It’s very light, but it’s very luxurious,

very simple and elegant,” Matsubara says.

“I wanted to start with a bang.”

The second set is an Oysters Casino-

Fella inspired by the song Casino Boogiefrom 1972’s Exile on Main Street, along with

a Spiced Yuzu and Chiso Martini made

from TY KU soju, yuzu, serrano chili and

garden-sourced chiso leaves.

“I wanted to do a cross between a Clams

Casino and an Oysters Rockefeller,” the

chef explains of his modern take of two

perennial classics. This version takes

roasted Pacific oysters and tops them with

applewood-smoked pork belly, sake-

braised spinach and béarnaise sauce.

For the main course, Matsubara pays

homage to two smash songs from 1965 —

Little Red Rooster (The Rolling Stones Now)

and Get Off of My Cloud (December’sChildren (and everybody’s)). A Shelton

Farms chicken is braised in red wine and

brandy and sits atop a “cloud” of whipped

Yukon gold potatoes with Italian black

truffle. The Coq Au Van is paired with an

elixir of Gentleman Jack, kiawe-smoked Fiji

apple, sweet vermouth and bitters.

Closing the show is a Waialua chocolate

dessert sure to give diners Sticky Fingers(1971).

“We’re basically making a little cake,

putting a little ganache on it and stuffing it

with a ruby chocolate filling and sprinkling

it with macadamia nuts,” Matsubara says.

“We use the best ingredients and do

very little to it to really bring out the nat-

ural flavors of the food and the drinks,

and it really makes a difference.”

The “Beggar’s Banquet” dinner-and-

cocktail meal costs $99 per person and is

sure to leave diners singing in satisfac-

tion.

Azure RestaurantThe Royal Hawaiian

2259 Kalakaua Ave.

923.7311

azurewaikiki.com

Valet and four-hour

complimentary self-parking available

Open daily from 5:30 p.m.

– From page 10

foodie fare

Don Ho’s Island GrillWhere: 1 Aloha TowerDrive # 193, Honolulu

Call: 528.0807

Notes: Happy Hour daily from 3 to 6 p.m.

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The shabu shabu trend continues at Shabu Shabu

Bangkok on Kapahulu Avenue, where owner Keo

Sananikone has blended his famous Thai cuisine with

this hot pot craze.

The restaurant opened its doors last September in

Kapahulu, and Sananikone says shabu shabu is the perfect

choice for those who are health conscious.

“In the last few years shabu shabu has become very pop-

ular in Thailand because people are wanting to eat healthi-

er,” he explains. “We provide table service, which people

love, and what makes our shabu shabu unique are our

broths and sauces.”

Whether it’s chicken, beef, vegetarian or Tom Yum (Thai

lemon grass) broth, a foundation of delicious items has

been laid out for Shabu Shabu Bangkok’s valued customers.

Diners can select from an array of shabu shabu dishes,

including the Vegetable Combo ($14.95), Seafood Combo

($19.95) and Meat Combo ($17.95). According to

Sananikone, the Vegetable and Seafood combos are often

the most-requested dishes on the menu.

“The vegetable combo features freshly mixed vegetables

with a variety of tofu and mushrooms, and the seafood

combo consists of shrimp, scallops, calamari, mussels,

clams, fish, fish and shrimp cake, and shrimp wonton,” he

says.

Carnivores should take notice of the meat combo, which

offers up an enticing array of beef, pork, chicken, pork and

beef meatballs and pork wonton.

Shabu shabu can be categorized as comfort food, but it’s

Sananikone’s special dipping sauces that gratify patrons.

Guests can request the house’s specialty red bean curd

sauce, a light, tasty and mild soy offering; a cilantro lime

sauce, which features a dash of chili pepper; a mild green

onion sauce or the always spicy Thai Tom Yum sauce.

“Believe it or not, we actually have a lot of people who

add intestine, liver, tendon and stomach to their shabu

shabu,” Sananikone states. Those with a weak stomach,

however, should stick with noodles, or the additional veg-

etable, meat or seafood instead. Of course, these ingredi-

ents also come with an additional cost.

While shabu shabu has proven to be the mainstay here,

diners can order from the Thai cuisine menu as well. Chef

Urai prepares close to 40 menu items with plans to expand

the list in the near future.

Spring Rolls ($7.95) served with fresh lettuce, cucumber

slices, mint leaves, pickled carrots and daikon paired with a

special vinaigrette dipping sauce is the recommended appe-

tizer, and the famous Bangkok-style Panang Curry is a

delightful entree. The Panang Curry features an exotic mix

of kaffir lime leaves, fresh ground lemon grass, peas and

fresh spices. Spicy and flavorful, the curry can be ordered

with shrimp and scallops for $15.95 or with chicken for

$12.95.

Finally, cleanse your palate with a refreshing dessert

showcasing ube, coconut and mango ice cream for $6.95.

“We can cater to those who want a romantic dinner or a

big party. We have four private rooms that people can

reserve,” Sananikone says. “We’re your neighborhood

restaurant, offering up healthy cuisine.”


Shabu ShabuBangkokWhere:949 Kapahulu Ave.

Call:732.7666

Hours:5 to 10 p.m., daily

1 The Vegetable Combo

($14.95) showcases a variety

of tofu, mushrooms and freshly

mixed vegetables.

2 The Panang Curry may be

ordered with shrimp and scal-

lops ($15.95).

3 A tasty dessert features

ube, coconut and mango ice

cream ($6.95).

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Dining Out recently stopped in to see

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lunch hour. Customers Cari Mizumoto

and Nelson Totoki, on hand for a busi-

ness meeting, graciously took time out

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Nelson Totoki: “I ordered the

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features roasted chicken, fresh mush-

rooms and caramelized onions with

imported rigatoni pasta in a Marsala

demi-glace. I think it’s a great dish and

the atmosphere is very nice.”

Cari Mizumoto: “I’m having the

Chicken Florentine Salad ($14.99) with

spinach, orzo pasta, chicken, black

olives and Parmesan cheese with a roast-

ed garlic lemon vinaigrette. It’s awesome!

The restaurant recently brought it back

on the menu and now I’m back for more.

It’s very refreshing.”

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1450 Ala Moana Blvd.,

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Call:356.8300

Website:www.macaronigrill.com

Below: Cari Mizumoto and

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Chicken Florentine Salad

($14.99) and Carmela’s

Chicken Rigatoni ($15.59),

respectively, at Romano’s.

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order of the day

hen Sarah Espino was a little girl, she dreamedof owning a restaurant.

“My afternoons were spent playing with myneighbors; I had clay pots and water and leaves, and I’dinvite them to my ‘restaurant,’” she remembers. “Ishared that dream with my husband, and he said, ‘Doyou want to pursue it?’”

Espino and her husband, Vince, who lived in San Francisco at the time,had come to Oahu for a vacation when they noticed the absence of one oftheir favorite Mainland eateries. “We realized there were no IHOPs on theisland of Oahu. I was always brought up to believe breakfast is the mostimportant meal of the day. It was an opportunity we wanted to look into.”

As it turned out, the 52-year-old restaurant chain, based in Glendale,Calif., was searching for a new Hawaii franchisee. “We were in the rightplace at the time,” Espino says. After about a year of planning and negoti-ation, and another year of construction, the couple’s first IHOP opened inJune 2006 at the Ohana Malia Hotel on Kuhio Avenue in Waikiki. New loca-tions have followed rapidly: in Kaneohe’s Windward Mall, Hilo on the Big


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Island, Pearl City’s Times Plaza, and on Ala MoanaBoulevard in the Aqua Palms Hotel.

“We’re turning five in June — five years!” com-ments Espino, chuckling a bit. “That’s a milestonewe need to celebrate.”

First things first: National Pancake Day is justaround the corner. On March 1, from 7 a.m. to 10p.m., IHOP will celebrate National Pancake Day byoffering free buttermilk pancakes to raise awarenessand funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.“From the time we open till the time we close, wegive out a short stack to anybody who wants one,”she says. “In return, we ask people to donate some-thing to the Children’s Miracle Network.”

Culturally, the tradition of Pancake Day datesback to 1000 A.D., when Christians began preparingfor ritual fasting on the day before the Lenten sea-son by using up rich foods like eggs, milk and butter

— all primary pancake ingredients. The day becameknown as Shrove Tuesday (to “shrive” means toseek forgiveness for one’s sins through penance orconfession), and eventually, in the United Kingdomand other countries, as Pancake Day.

IHOP began celebrating National Pancake Day in2006, and has now served more than 10.1 millionfree flapjacks as part of the event. Nationally, thegoal for this year’s event is $2.3 million, for a total of$7.65 million since 2006. Donations made on Oahuwill benefit Children’s Miracle Network programs atKapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children.“It’s one day of the year we give back to the commu-nity, and that’s a big thing for us,” notes Espino.

Pancake lovers who cannot wait for March 1 willbe delighted to hear about IHOP’s All-You-Can-EatPancake special, available until the end of thismonth. For $4.99, servers will deliver buttermilk

pancakes in stacks of three at a time until diners aresatisfied. Servings of eggs, hash browns andsausage, bacon or ham may be added for an addi-tional charge, up to $8.99.

“We have the world’s greatest pancakes,” Espinosays with pride.“They’re soft,they’re fluffy,they’re delicious!I’ve tried manytimes to makethem myself athome fromscratch, but Icould never do it.”

Although pan-cakes are the starat IHOP, therestaurant fea-tures a variety ofother plates, fromappetizers to din-ner entrées. “Wehave everything

from chicken to fish, from steak to shrimp,”Espino says. “A lot of folks really like our ChickenCrepes, our Country Fried Steak and our famousBacon & Burger, where the bacon is inside thehamburger patty. And we have a lot of items thatare less than 600 calories.”

Those desiring a bit of local flavor will enjoyone of the restaurant’s newest offerings, a dishonly available at IHOP Hawaii: Fried Rice withPortuguese Sausage and Eggs ($7.99).

Omelets include tempting varieties such asSpinach & Mushroom, Chicken Fajita and theColorado (a carnivore’s dream breakfast stuffedwith bacon, pork sausage, shredded beef, andham). The popular Create-Your-Own Omelette iscustom-made with the guest’s choice of a long listof fillings that includes five different cheeses,oven-roasted tomatoes, and fresh spinach — oreven turkey bacon and broccoli.

“Basically, whatever’s on the menu. If you wantit in your omelet, you can have it,” says Espinocheerfully. “If you’d like to have breakfast forlunch, or breakfast for dinner, you can visit IHOP!”

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1 Original Buttermilk Pancakes with authentic country flavor ($9.40). 2 Strawberry Banana Pancakes ($13.50) 3 Big Steak Omelette ($16.99)

4 Local Favorite: fried rice, Portuguese sausage, two eggs ($7.99) 5 Sarah Espino, president of IHOP-Hawaii, with the Local Favorite breakfast dish.

locations Waikiki, Kaneohe, Pearl City, Hilo and Honoluluweb www.ihophawaii.comcall 949.IHOP (4467)IH

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Right: Cook An Ly prepares anorder of oxtail soup and tempura.

Inset: Oyako Donburi ($9.75)features chicken, egg, long rice

and mushrooms served over riceand served with miso soup,

tsukimono and green tea.

1 | Evon, Jenna and Eric Reformina

2 | Kary and Harry Takemoto.

3 | Jane Uyeda and Ruth Kamikawa

4 | Gale Kamitono and Vic Mau

5 | BJ Ah Mau, Bev Marques, Cecilia

Chun and Dee Hansen

6 | Pam Kaji, Bryce Hamamoto and

Erin Kaji


Sekiya’s

Sekiya’s Restaurant and Delicatessen hasbeen serving up local favorites to hungrydiners for the past 75 years. With a loyal

following that spans generations, this Kaimukieatery is known for its famed saimin (with itsbroth made from scratch) and other tastyitems such as barbecue sticks and hamburg-ers. Located at 2746 Kaimuki Ave., Sekiya’s isopen Sunday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9:45p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 11p.m. Call 732.1656.

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A traditional Italian dish for allBy Chris Fleck

When customers ask Paesano

Ristorante Italiano owner Billy

Rattanasamay which part of Italy he

is from, he often replies with a chuckle, “I am

from the mountain side.”

Actually, Rattanasamay is from Laos, but

you’d never know that by the way he cooks

the most authentic Italian dishes. At the fore-

front is Paesano’s Eggplant alla Parmigiana,

which dates back to the 14th century along

Italy’s southern regions, and can be mastered

by those who have no ties to the region, but

have received the proper training in fine

Italian cuisine. In Rattanasamay’s case, he

credits his own version of this classic — a

skillful blend and layering of breaded egg-

plant, melted mozzeralla cheese and spiced

marinara sauce — to his mentor and local

restaurateur George “Cass” Castagnola.

Rattanasamay first met Castagnola when the

former was a waiter and the latter was visiting

Hawaii from New Jersey some 30 years ago.

There are many secrets to Paesano’s

Eggplant alla Parmigiana, but Rattanasamay

could only disclose a few. One difference is

Paesano’s use of freshly made, in-house bread

crumbs. “We do not shortcut anything. Our

freshly made bread crumbs, seasoned by our

own cooks, makes this dish traditional,” says

Rattanasamay.

Quality of products is what Castagnola

instilled in Rattanasamay from the start. It is, he

added, what separates a decent dish from a sen-

sational one. That may be the reason

Rattanasamay imports tomatoes for the mari-

nara sauce from one of Italy’s most historic

companies.

“We get all our tomatoes from San Marzano

Tomatoes. You cannot go cheap when it comes

to your tomatoes and sauce. It is what enriches

the dish and blends with the eggplant,” explains

Rattanasamay. “Quality of your products is like

wine: Sure, you may be able to enjoy something

cheaper, but you can taste the difference in the

quality. It is the same with tomatoes.”

The Eggplant alla Parmigiana is usually served

with a choice of pasta, but it also is offered with

substitute sides of either freshly cooked vegeta-

bles or seasoned-roasted potatoes.

The Eggplant alla Parmigiana is served both

for lunch and dinner. Lunch price is $13.90, and

dinner prices are $15.90 for the small portion

and $18.90 for the regular portion.


Paesano’sRistoranteItalianoWhere: Manoa Market Place

2750 Woodlawn Drive,

Honolulu

Call: 988.5923

Hours:Lunch — Monday-Fridayfrom 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.Dinner — Daily from 5 to 9 p.m.

Where: 98-1277 Kaahumanu St.,Aiea

Call: 485.8883

Hours:Lunch — Monday-Friday

from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dinner — Daily from

5 to 9 p.m.

The Eggplant alla Parmigiana dish at Paesano

Ristorante Italiano is a skilled combination of breaded

eggplant, melted mozzeralla cheese and marinara

sauce. Nathalie Walker photo

“Dining Outis Our #1 Choice!”

“Dining Out is still the best choice for advertising my restaurant! Sinceadvertising with Dining Out, Sales have increased by 25% and we’ve been ableto expand the restaurant with more seating, as well as, open up anotherrestaurant, J2 Asian Fusion.

We’ve tried other advertising options, but Dining Out is our #1 Choice!”

– JJ Praseuth Luangkhot, Owner

Bistro & French Pastry3447 Waialae Ave. • 739-0993

3441 Waialae Ave. • 626-5368

my favorite strawberries and whippedcream topping. For only $8, it’s delish!Even more, you get your pick of avariety of syrups, including maple,coconut and boysenberry.

“Customers can also change up thewaffle if they want,” Tom says. “Inplace of strawberries, we also have apeach topping, but they must ask forit specifically.”

When I want to treat myself to a sin-ful indulgence, it’s the Belgian Wafflewith ice cream and hot fudge ($8.95)that warms both my tummy and mysoul.

Wailana Coffee House 1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955.1764

Kit n KitchenEarly risers are in for a treat, as Kit

Yiu and his wife, May, recently beganserving up a New England-stylebreakfast at their University Avenueeatery. With a wide selection ofoptions to choose from, breakfast isserved from 8 to 11 a.m. everyWednesday through Monday.

“Our breakfast menu has been

doing great,” says May. “Our portionsare generous and the ingredients arefresh.”

Now, I’ve always been a fan of Kit’sEurasian cuisine, and as a breakfastlover on top of that, it really can’t getmuch better than this! But oh, it does.Think Huevos Rancheros, Frittata,and Strawberries crepes — just a fewof many items that help guaranteethat I start my day off with a smile.

The Huevos Rancheros ($9.50) fea-tures lightly grilled tortillas toppedwith two fried eggs and your choiceof grilled chicken or Portuguesesausage with baked beans, olives androasted potatoes topped off with gua-camole, sour cream and chunky toma-to sauce.

Now, for my personal favorite, theFrittata ($9.95), served in a cast-ironpan, is a rich and creamy dish, bakedwith garden-fresh zucchini, greenpeppers, onion, cheese and yourchoice of bacon, chicken, Portuguesesausage or ham in a bed of eggs andtomato sauce. Trust me, this heartymeal is just what you need to get yourday off to a perfect start.

Finally, wake yourself from thesweetest of dreams with the

Strawberries Crepes ($6.95), a sweet-er choice in which the French-stylepancakes are topped with fresh straw-berries, lightly sweetened strawberryjam, whipped cream and creamcheese.

“The crepes are refreshing andlight,” May says. “We also have BananaCrepes ($6.95), with fresh bananapaired with lightly sweetened choco-late syrup and whipped cream, as wellas the Fresh Mixed Fruit Crepes($7.95) with seasonal mixed fruit witha light touch of whipped cream.”

Kit n Kitchen1010 University Ave.

942.7622

Zippy’s RestaurantsNext stop Zippy’s, especially after

rolling out of bed first thing in themorning. As a kamaaina favorite,Zippy’s ono breakfast options are theway to go.

For starters, the Zippy’s Omelette isyour perfect omelet, complete with amix of customer’s favorites, like gen-erous amounts of Cheddar cheese,ham, Portuguese sausage, choppedonions, bell peppers, celery and toma-

to. Created in the late 1960s, this localfavorite is available at the restaurantfor $7.70.

Yet, I personally cannot get enoughof corned beef hash, so little thinkingis required in the early morning hours— it’s a quick and easy choice —everything points to Zippy’s CornedBeef Hash and Eggs ($6.65, restau-rant). Made from the restaurant’s per-sonal recipe, the pairing of its deli-cious, homemade corned beef hashwith two island fresh eggs is a matchmade in heaven.

Finally, the Hot Cake Sandwich($7.25, restaurant) is a tough one tobeat. Consisting of two fluffy hotcakes with an island fresh egg andyour choice of ham, bacon, Spam,homemade corned beef hash,Portuguese or link sausage, it’s adelightful array of all your breakfastfavorites at an affordable price.

So, the next time you hit up Zippy’s,know that you’ll be in for some onogrinds!

Zippy’s Restaurants46-038 Kamehameha Hwy.

(and various other locations)233.2700

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ono, you know

1 The Zippy’s Omelette ($7.70) is a top selleramong customers. Courtesy photo.2 The Corned Beef Hash and Eggs ($6.65) ismade from Zippy’s original recipe. Courtesy photo. 3 The Eggs Benedict Florentine ($9.50), Frittata($9.95) and Strawberries Crepes ($6.95) are justa few of the breakfast options available at Kit nKitchen. File photo4 Kit’s Egg-in-the Hole ($8.95) features an eggcooked to perfection in a hole of toast withchunky tomato sauce and choice of meat andstarch. File photo

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recipe

The deal with Papaya SaladAuthentic Vietnamese cuisine

has been filling the stom-achs of pho enthusiasts

islandwide since Pho My Lien’sopening last November in Aiea’sWestridge Shopping Center.

Known for its homemade pho orbeef noodle soup, Pho My Lien isowned and operated by the hus-band-wife team of Tommy Dangand Lien Bui. They, along withexecutive chef Phuong Bo, havebeen producing top-notch pho atthe affordable prices of $6.95 (reg-ular portion) and $7.95 (large por-tion). Each order comes completewith savory broth and noodles,served with a tantalizing array offresh mint leaves, bean sprouts,herbs, chili pepper, lemon and aspecial blend of sauces that mixperfectly with the pho itself.

Among the other dishes to gracethe menu is the always deliciousPapaya Salad, specially priced atonly $4.99 throughout the month

of February, when customersshould present the special couponfound in Dining Out (original priceis $7.50).

“The Papaya Salad can feedthree to four people. We servelarge portions here,” Dang says.

As a healthy alternative, this fes-tive salad features shrimp, papaya,carrot, spinach and mint atop abed of lettuce, dressedin Pho My Lien’s home-made sauce and a dashof vinegar.

“Customers can alsosubstitute shrimp forchicken or tofu if theyprefer,” Dang adds, not-

ing the Papaya Salad offers the per-fect blend of both salty and sweet.

So, the next timeyou’re yearning fora bit of Saigon,head on over toPho My Lien. Yourtaste buds willthank you.

Ingredients: • 1 piece whole Snapper, about 2pounds (or two fish, 1 pound each)• salt and pepper, to taste• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour todust over fish• oil for deep-frying fish

Preparation:• Clean and dry Snapper and cross-

hatch cut in 1-inch squares.• Season with salt, pepperand dust with all-purposeflour.

• In a deep pot or pan, add oil andbring heat up to about 350-375 degreesand deep fry whole fish until it turnslight-brown or until crispy. Set aside.

Ingredients for Sauce • 1/4 cup orange juice• 1/4 cup white wine• 1 cup chicken stock• 2 cloves chopped shallot

• 1 clove chopped garlic• 1 tablespoon chopped celery• 1 tablespoon chopped carrot• 2 bay leaves• 10 whole black peppercorns• 1 tablespoon sugar (use depends onhow sweet the orange is)• pinch of salt, to taste• 1 tablespoon chopped sun-driedtomato• 1 tablespoon chopped-fresh herbs

(Thyme, Parsley, Chives, Tarragon,Basil and Marjoram)• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Preparation:In a sauce pot on medium heat, addorange juice, white wine, chickenstock, garlic, shallot, celery, carrot,bay leaves and pepper corn. Bring toa boil then simmer on medium-lowheat, or until liquid is reduced to aquarter pot. Strain and keep the liquidonly.Add sugar, salt and sun-dried tomato,stir for a few seconds, then add but-ter. Stir until butter is incorporatedwell. Turn off heat. Add chopped-freshherbs. Serve with crispy whole fish.

Far right: Co-owner LienBui with a plate of Papaya

Salad, which is speciallypriced at $4.99 throughout

February. Right: A singleportion of Papaya serves

three to four people.Nathalie Walker photos

Crispy WholeSnapper Sun-dried Tomato Citrus Beurre BlancBy Chef Chai ChaowasareeServes 2


Pho My LienRestaurantWhere:98-150 Kaonohi St., Suite B213-B

Call: 488.4900

Ala Moana Center • Mall Level (Mountain side, next to Shirokiya)

www.lapalmedor-usa.com 941-6161

Make Someone’s Day SpecialBirthdays, Anniversaries, Weddings...from elegant

exquisite cakes to cute Hello Kitty Characters for your daughter’s 1st Birthday!

Everything is made from scratch daily using the best quality ingredients available.

Please order one to two weeks in advance. Delivery & custom orders are available. Must present coupon at time of purchase. Limit 3 items per customer, per coupon.

Offer cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. Offer valid Feb. 18-21, 2011

$1 OFFSandwich

$2 OFFLargePizza

$1 Slice of Apple Pizza

or

Pizzas • Salads • Rusticas • Pastas • SandwichesZPIZZA ~ THE PURE ONE

Available at the fast food counter during breakfast hours only

Restaurant prices: Hamburger Steak Plate $6.99*, Zip Pac $8.25*. Offer valid from 2/7/2011 - 3/6/2011. Must be a Hawaii resident 18 years of age to enter. No purchase necessary, other restrictions may apply. Cannot be combined with any other promotional offers, coupons or discount cards. For complete rules and information see stores or visit www.zippys.com *Prices are slightly higher at Zippy’s Kahului.

Available daily

LocalBeefLocalBeefLocalBeef

Available daily

Hamburgersteak PlateHamburgerSteak PlateHamburgersteak Plate

5.995.995.99 3.593.593.59Breakfast BentoBreakfast BentoBreakfast Bento

Zip PacZip PacZip Pac 7.257.257.25

Favorites!LocalReceive an entry form

with any purchaseincluding theseFavorites!

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LocalReceive an entry formwith any purchaseincluding these

WHERE TO DINE

Symbol KeyBreakfast

Lunch

Dinner

After Midnight

Alcohol served

Online

Catering

Atlantis Seafood & Steak2284 Kalakaua Avenue

922-6868

4 Kings Kitchen2671 S. King St.

951-5464

d.k Steakhouse2552 Kalakaua Ave.,

Waikiki Marriott Beach Hotel

931-6280

La Palme D’orAla Moana Center - Mall Level

Mountain side, next to Shirokiya

941-6161

Napoleon’s BakeryLocated inside of Zippy’s

Willows, The901 Hausten St.

952-9200

AMERICAN

BAKERYFendu Boulangerie2752 Woodlawn Dr.

Manoa Marketplace

988-4310

Tropics Bar & Grill2005 Kalia Road

Hilton Hawaiian Village (Ali‘i Tower)

949-4321

Panya711 Queen St. 597-8880

1111 Bishop St. #4 536-8363

Ala Moana Center 946-6388

Royal Hawaiian Center 791-2969

Camellia Buffet930 McCully St.

951-0511/0611

BUFFET

| 808.356.8300| 808.443.5515

Waialae - 734-04043040 Waialae Ave.

(Corner of St. Louis & Waialae)Open Daily 11am-10pm

Waikiki - 941-34441831 Ala Moana Blvd.(Between Ilikai & Kobe)Open Daily 11am-10pm

Ala Moana - 949-2120Ala Moana Food Court

Mall Hours

www.thefatgreek.net

Now 3 Locations

to serveyouTry our Signature Dish….

The Royal Platter – Serves 24 Lamb Chops, 8 Garlic Shrimp, Greek Salad, Greek Fries, Hummus, Pita Bread, Baklava.

Take Out& CateringAvailable


Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.at the old Waikiki III TheatresParking available at the Pro-Park location Seaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant.www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com 922-6868

Early Bird Special

Only$12.95

Add $3.00 for Complete Mealwhich includes soup or salad, ice cream

11 am - 7 pmAll Day for Locals with ID

Specials not valid on Holidays

Dim Sumstarting at

$2.95

8000 Square Foot Restaurant 32 ft long stage, 7 private

rooms with sound & projection video systems perfect for

any wedding or event

Open10:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Ala Moana Shopping Center4th floor Ho’okipa Terrace

near Macy’s

Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

Open Everyday 10am-10pm / Except Sun & Wed 10am-9pm

2nd Dish of equal or lesser value expires 2/24/11Must Present Coupon.

ALL RICE VERMICELLI DISHES

BUY ONE, GET ONE

2919 Kapiolani Boulevard • Market City Shopping Center

735-8488

50% OFF50% OFF50% OFF

Sam Sung Plaza • 655 Keeaumoku Street #108Open from 11 am to 4 am • 949-2890

BYOB

All Day Special (11am - 4am)

All You Can Eat!!!Short Rib, Seasoned Short Rib,

Rib Eye, Seasoned Beef, Brisket,

BBQ Chicken, Tripe, Pork Belly,

Spicy Pork, Tongue,

Also includes Seafood Pancake

& Korean Miso Soup

Adult $19.95Child $16.95

(under 12)

Must present coupon.Expires 3/7/11.

Offer not valid in combinationwith other specials.Beverages excluded.

NOW SERVINGRAMEN

Monday-Sunday 10am–10pm

Also Available Curry & Steak

3579 Waialae Avenue737-8820

Nice Day Chinese Seafood RestaurantLiliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

Excludes set menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, CharSiu & other specials. Not to be combined with any

other offer. Expires 2/28/11.

Credit Card Sale Only(With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum &Regular Menu Items

Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am

15% OFF(Charge) • 25% OFF(Cash)

Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

10% OFF(Charge) •15% OFF(Cash)

15% OFF

Celebrating 10Years!

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

10% OFF

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant3553 Waialae Avenue

738-8666

Must present couponExpires 2/28/11

Excludes set menu; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials.

WHERE TO DINE

CATERERS

Kahai Street Kitchen237 Kalihi Street,

845-0320

A Catered Experience94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

677-7744

Koko CafeHale Koa Hotel,

2055 Kalia Road

955-0555

Call for eligibility details.

949-4321

Anytime CafeMarket City Shopping Center

2919 Kapiolani Blvd

735-3888

CAFE

Yakiniku Camellia Buffet2494 S. Beretania St.

944-0449

Makino ChayaAloha Tower Mkt place 585-6360

Westridge Mall 486-5100

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine590 Farrington Hwy

692-9880

Golden Palace SeafoodRestaurant111 N. King St.521-8268CHINESE

Duck Yun820 W. Hind Dr.

Aina Haina Shopping Center

373-1303 or 373-4632

Golden Duck1221 S. King St. • 597-8088

4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala

737-7188

Chin’s Harbor View Restaurant1 Aloha Tower Drive, #283

538-9881

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant3553 Waialae Ave.

738-8666

EL HARRO MEXICANOAIEA RESTAURANT

Mon-Thurs 8am-9pm • Fri & Sat 8am-10pmSunday Closed

AIEA SHOPPING CENTER99-115 Aiea Heights Dr. (Next to Aiea Bowl)

BYOB - no corkage fee

NOW SERVINGBREAKFAST

8AM-11AM488-9727

2 FAJITASFOR

Limit one coupon per party. Cannot be combined with special offers. Exp. 2/28/11

10%OFF10%OFFENTIRE MENU WITH THIS COUPON

SPECIAL$15.992 FAJITAS

FOR

SPECIAL$15.99


Most Delicious Thai Food in Town!

Coming Soon to900 N. Nimitz Hwy

1627 Nuuanu Ave 585-88392955 E. Manoa Rd 988-0212Call for take out www.bangkokchefexpress.com

Immensely Popular Plate Lunch For $5.70

Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm; Sun 12n-8pm

All You Can Eat Seafood Buffet

HO HO Chinese Cuisine590 Farrington HwyKapolei Marketplace

692-9880

Book Your Private Party

NOW!Prices starting @

$10.95per person

200-300 Capacity

President Day Special Buffet Dinner, Feb. 21st

• Dungeress Crab w/ Salt & Pepper Garlic • Honey Walnut Shrimp • Steamed Fish

• And much, much more!!!

SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFETAssorted Salads, Create Your OwnOmelet Station, Roast Beef Carving,Hawaiian Luau Station, Hot Entrees,

Fresh Poke, Breakfast Meats,Waffles & French Toast

Desserts

Adults $19.95 Keiki (5–12) $8.95Every Sunday 9am– 2pm

Feb. 28 – March 13Hushpuppies, Cajun Style Wings,

Popcorn Shrimp, Seafood and Sausage Gumbo, Muffuletta Hot

Brick Sandwich, Fried OysterSalad, Cornmeal Crusted Catfish,

Seafood Jambalaya, Shrimp Etouffee, Blackened Ribeye Steak,

Curried Pecan Pie and beads and lots of fun!

Slow roasted, juicy, succulentHuge 20 oz. PRIME RIB

with da trimmings$19.95

Every Monday from 5pm until gone

Sam Choy’s

580 NimitzHighway545-7979

1860 Ala Moana Blvd. • Validated ParkingOpen 24 Hours 955-1764

Price slightly higher at Ala Moana, Pearlridge and Kahului.

RED VELVET CAKE & CUPCAKE

Red chocolate cake, topped with a decadent

cream cheese icing.

TRY OUR

OFTHE

WHERE TO DINE

FAMILY DININGAngelo Pietro Honolulu1585 Kapiolani Blvd. #10

941-0555

Seafood VillageHyatt Regency Resort & SpaStreet Level, 2424 Kalakaua Ave, #102

971-1818

On On at McCully1110 McCully St.

946-8833

ON ONat McCully

Maple Garden/Yen King909 Isenberg St.

941-6641

New Lui’s Chop SueyKam Shopping Center

1620 N. School Street, #120

847-1234 / 841-8668

Nice Day Chinese Seafood RestaurantLiliha Square

524-1628

Mandalay (The)1055 Alakea St.

525-8585

Hee Hing Restaurant 449 Kapahulu Ave.

735-5544

Little Villlage Noodle House1113 Smith St.

545-3008

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Ala Moana Shopping Center

1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace

947-8818

BibasHale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road

955-0555

Call for eligibility details.

I Love Country Cafe885 Queen St.

4725 Bougainville Dr.

783-7901

Don Ho’s Island GrillAloha Tower Marketplace

528-0807new

Aloha Tower 585-6360 1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Fl., 3 Hours Parking $1 Pearlridge 486-5100 98-150 Kaonohi St.Aloha Tower 585-6360 1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Fl., 3 Hours Parking $1 Pearlridge 486-5100 98-150 Kaonohi St.

1 Coupon per group. Must have valid ID.Not Combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price.No online or photo-copied coupons. Expires 2/28/11.

LUNCH 10% OFFDINNER 20% OFF

KAMA‘AINA SPECIAL!

With Family and Group LUNCH & DINNER

BIRTHDAY SPECIAL

Must have minimum party of 4.One Birthday coupon per party of 4.Coupon valid on actual birthday, ID required. Not combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price.No online or photo-copied coupons.Expires 2/28/11

FREE BIRTHDAY MEALFOR ANY AGE

20% OFF


WhereMornings

AreBreathtakingat the Colony Surf

1st SundayChampagne Brunch!

New Menu Changes Monthly!

PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATIONS

Hot Jazz Harpist Shareen, experience the gentle crashing waves,pure ocean breezes and awesome beauty of Hawaii.

…Only at Michel ’s~ FREE VALET PARKING ~ ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTLY ~

2895 Kalakaua Ave. • 923-6552 • www.michelshawaii.com

FOR BANQUETS & PRIVATE PARTIES CALL 728-3463

See You 1st

SundayMar.6 th!

1345 S. King Street

Corner of S. King St.

& Sheridan St.

Close to Ala Moana

Shpg Cntr & Wal Mart

TEL.942-4848www.fujio-food.com

Japanese Home Style Restaurant“Hinone Mizunone”

Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN

cooked completely by “Ogama”.

Choose from • Fried Oyster • Ebi Fry • Ahi Sashimi • Broiled SalmonDiced Steak • Miso Butterfish • Karaage • Pork Ginger

Sizzling Hamburger Steak • Tempura • Tonkatsu and many more!

Bentos and assorted musubi available daily as well as ala carte specials

Served with rice, miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles.Served with rice, miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles.

OPEN 11 am - 9 pmLunch 11 am - 5 pmDinner 5 pm - 9 pm

Closed Sundays

Dinner Menu2 Choice

Teishoku Combo$16.75- $20.75

Dinner Menu2 Choice

Teishoku Combo$16.75- $20.75

Catering Hotline 783-7901

Oven Fresh Roast Pork, Char Siu, Roast Duck, Roast Chicken

Fresh Made Dim Sum, Manapua, Pastries

Ala Moana Shopping Center Makai Market

Windward Mall Food Courtwww.chinatownexpresshawaii.com

Catering Hotline 783-7901

Oven Fresh Roast Pork, Char Siu, Roast Duck, Roast Chicken

Fresh Made Dim Sum, Manapua, Pastries

Ala Moana Shopping Center Makai Market

Windward Mall Food Courtwww.chinatownexpresshawaii.com

With coupon; one offer percoupon. CASH SALES ONLY.While supplies last. Not validwith any other promotion or

discount. Expires 2/28/11

Seafood Congee(Rice Soup)

$699With coupon; one offer percoupon. CASH SALES ONLY.While supplies last. Not validwith any other promotion or

discount. Expires 2/28/11

Keiki Bowl$199

with purchase of a 2-Choice Plate& a 22 oz. drink.

$228Chicken Salad with Jelly Fish

Imperial Scallop Soup

Peking Duck with Bun

Salt & Pepper Shrimp

Seafood w/Vegetables in Taro Basket

Steamed Fish Fillets w/Ginger Scallion

Black Mushroom with Baby Pak Choy

Steamed Rice, Dessert

1055 Alakea St.525-8585

Special Price for Table of 10

Free Parking Mon- Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun

www.themandalayhawaii.comMon - Sun 10:30am to 9:00pm

Excluding all coupons and other discounts. Dine-in only.

Specials not valid on Holidays. Advance Reservations required, please call 971-1818. $3 self park validation only.SeafoodvillageHyatt.com Ask about our Kama‘aina Discount

Hyatt Regency Resort& Spa-Street Level•2424 Kalakaua Ave., #102

$10.95 per person(10 people minimum)

• Oriental Chicken Salad

• 4 types of Dim Sum (Manapua, NoriSpring Roll, Pork Hash, Half Moon)

• General’s Chicken

• Beef and Broccoli

• Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetable

• Seafood Fried Rice

• Dessert - Almond Float

• Chicken Salad with Oriental Dressing

• Crispy Bacon Seafood Combo Wrap

• Dungeness Crab - Country Style

• Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp

• General Tso’s Favorite Chicken

• Seasonal Chinese Green Vegetable

• House Fried Rice

• Dessert: Mango Pudding

$24.95 per person(4 people minimum)

WHERE TO DINEWailana Coffee House1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-1764

Zippy’sCall the one nearest you.

Max’s Of Manila94-300 Farrington Hwy

801 Dillingham Blvd.

951-6297

Kit N Kitchen1010 University Avenue

942-7622

Kani Ka Pila Grille2169 Kalia Rd, Outrigger Reef on the Beach

924-4990

Kenny’s Restaurant1620 N. School St.

841-0931

Kenny’s Express2nd Floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center

922-9333

Panya Bistro • Bakery • BarAla Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level

946-6388

FILIPINOTanaka Saimin888 N. Nimitz Hwy #103

524-2020

IHOPWaikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd • 949-4467

Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers • 921-2400

Pearl City - Times Sq. SC • 486-4467

Kaneohe - Windward Mall • 235-4467

Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza • 959-2600

JJ Bistro & French Pastry3447 Waialae Ave.

739-0993

Restaurant Epic 1131 Nuuanu Ave.

587-7877J2 Asian Fusion3441 Waialae Ave.

626-5368

Open 7 days a week Lunch 25% OFF

Mon - Fri. 12am-2pmDinner

Early Bird Special 50% OFF Appetizers

5pm-6pm OnlyOpen 5pm-10pm

Sunday Brunch Buffet11:30am-2:30pm

CALL FOR DETAILSBYOB

Discovery Bay (across Ilikai) 1778 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste 213www.MonsoonIndiaOahu.com

941-5111

Medallion of Ahi Sashimi, Uni Emulsion

Chilled Timbale of Ama Ebi,Avocado & Uni

Arare Crusted ScallopUnagi Potato Croquette

Kabayaki Glazed Black Cod & Unagi

Green Tea Ice Cream$80

Limited Reservations40% Off bottles of wine or no corkage fee

3660 Waialae Ave. • 737-1177O N T H E R I S E

www.3660.com

Thursday, March 106:30 pm

Uni+Unagi = ”Umami”This Month’s Special Dinner


Open for Plate Lunch

Tue - Fri 10:30am - 1:30pm

Catering AvailableEveryday!

237 KALIHI ST.(Corner of Kahai and Kalihi)

ph 845-0320fax 842-4273

kahaistreet-kitchen.com

DINE IN – TAKE-OUTCatering from casual to exquisite events

Signature dishes offered as

Daily Specials

Soft Shell Crab AlfredoRicotta Stuffed

ChickenMini Okinawan Sweet Potato

& Kalua Pork Cakes

930 McCully St. • 951-0511 / 951-0611• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM• CONVENIENT PARKING

*DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WITH

THIS AD. EXP. 2/28/11.

KOREAN CUISINE• LUNCH $14.95 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM

• DINNER $21.95 3 PM -10 PMIncluding: Kal Bi, Sirloin, Chicken,

Spicy Pork, Sashimi

801 Dillingham (next to Costco)

94-300 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu (next to Savers)

951-MAXS (6297)Since 1945

“Cuisine of the Philippines”

www.maxsofmanila.com

TAKE-OUT ONLY(Kahala location only)

exp. 2/24/11

4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 1221 S. King St.737-7188 • 737-7288 597-8088

MON-THUR 10AM-10PM/FRI-SUN 10AM-11PM 10:30AM-11PM EVERYDAY

Traditional Chinese Style NEW YEAR JAI

Served for a LIMITED TIME ONLY at both locations.

Includes: Oysters, Straw Mushrooms, Tofu, ShiitakeMushrooms, Dried Lily Flowers, Black Fungus,

Sea Moss, Bean Curd, Chinese Peas,Won Bok, Rice Noodles, Bamboo Shoots,

and Water Chestnuts.

East HonoluluAina Haina Shopping Center

373-1303 or 373-4632

Chinese Restaurant

Find menus and $5 coupon at www.ononhawaii.com

Special Menu for 8-10 $159Call for details and reservations.

1110 McCully St. • 946-8833(Corner of McCully & Young St.)

ON ON at McCully

Bottle of Oyster Saucewith $20 purchase

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.FREE

Now Open!

On On celebrates31 years!

Dinner Daily from 5pm949 Kapahulu Avenue

(corner of Kapahulu and Kaimuki Ave.)

732-7666F R E S H � S I M P L E � A F F O R D A B L E � B Y O B

Thiss couponn cannott bee combinedd withh otherr offers.. Expiress 3/7/11

10% DISCOUNT

Between 4:30 - 6:30pm

with this coupon

901 Hausten St. • www.willowshawaii.com • 952-9200

Hawaii’s Original GardenRestaurant Since 1944 6-8pm NO COVER CHARGE

UPCOMING ENTERTAINERSFebruary 17

Mailani • Na Palapalai • Cyril Pahinui

February 24John Keawe

Call for more information& scheduled performances

WHERE TO DINE

GREEK

The Fat Greek3040 Waialae Ave.

734-0404

Greek MarinaKoko Marina Shopping Center

7192 Kalanianaole Hwy.

396-8441

INDIAN

Monsoon IndiaDiscovery Bay (across Ilikai)

1778 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste 213

941-5112

ITALIAN

Top of WaikikiWaikiki Business Plaza

2270 Kalakaua Ave.

923-3877

Stage Restaurant1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

Chai’s Island BistroAloha Tower Market Pl.

585-0011

Hy’s Steak House2440 Kuhio Ave.

922-5555

Ruth’s Chris Steak HouseRestaurant Row • 599-3860

Waikiki Beach Walk

440-7910

Sam Choy’s BLC580 N. Nimitz Hwy.

545-7979

Romanos Macaroni GrillAla Moana Center

Hookipa Terrace

356-8300

Bali Steak and SeafoodHilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower)

2005 Kalia Road

949-4321

FINE DINING

SPECIALL GUESTT APPEARANCESUNDAY .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Melveenn LeedTUESDAY .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Robertt Cazimeroo && HulaWEDNESDAY .. .. .. .. .. .. Brotherss CazimeroTHURSDAY .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Sistaa Robii && Jefff RasmussenFRIDAY .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. Hapa’ss Nathann Aweau

Buy onedinner entree,

receive 2nd entree50% OFFvalid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad

Expires 3/8/11.

FREEE VALETT PARKINGG • www.chefchai.com • Calll 585-0011

BROTHERSS CAZIMEROWednesdayy Feb.16

JERRYY SANTOSMonday,, Feb.. 21

DANNYY COUCHSaturday,, Feb.. 26

OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH 11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza)

JapaneseRestaurant

536-3035

Choice of Salt & Peppered, Teriyaki Style,or Wafu Garlic Sauce.

Includes: Miso Soup, Rice or Green Salad,Tsukemono and Tea

9 OZ. SEABASS FILET $9.95

with 2 pc. Shrimp Tempura $13.95 Expires 4/15/11

TAX TIME SPECIAL


®

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE. 101735-5544

“PEKING DUCK & BEGGAR’S CHICKEN”Peking Duck with Steamed BunsWintermelon Eight Treasure Soup

Beggar’s Chicken • Pepper Salt PrawnsGarlic Shanghai Baby Bok Choy

Sweet and Sour Tai SnapperMongolian Pork Chop with Sweet OnionsBraised E Mein Noodles with Duck Breast

Steamed Rice • Almond Float$219 Table of Ten (Reg $250)

Offer expires Feb. 28, 2011

LET US DO THE COOKING!DINNER FOR FOUR

Chinese Chicken Salad • Moo Shu PorkChicken Oyster Sauce • Pepper Salt Shrimp

Mongolian Beef • Choy Sum with GarlicSteamed Rice

$49 Table of Four (Reg. $69)Available daily before 6:30 pm

This coupon required; expires Feb. 28, 2011

SPECIAL FEBRUARY MENU

HONG KONG DIM SUM SPECIALOne Free Selection

with the Purchase of Four SelectionsThis coupon required; one coupon per table;

expires Feb. 28, 2011

Pianist Terry TomEvery Thursday, 6pm-9pm

WWW.HEEHINGHAWAII.COM

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com922-5511

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY

Try Our Tasty PORK TOFU!Customer Favorites:Saimin & BBQ Sticks

Marinated Fried ChickenHash Tempura • Beef Teriyaki

Oxtail Soup • Ahi NitsukeSun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm

Okazuya open daily from 8am

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT& DELICATESSEN

Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!

2746 Kaimuki Ave732-1656

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

WHERE TO DINE

Sekiya’s Restaurant &Delicatessen2746 Kaimuki Avenue

732-1656

Restaurant SuntoryRoyal Hawaiian

Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr.

922-5511

Sansei Seafood RestaurantWaikiki Beach Marriott Resort

2552 Kalakaua Ave,

931-6286

Makino Chaya1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Flr.

585-6360

98-150 Kaonohi St.

486-5100

Kozo SushiKahala Mall 738-KOZOKeeaumoku 946-KOZOMoiliili 951-KOZOPearlridge 483-6805Pearl City 455-6805

Kobe Japanese Steak House1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

Hinone Mizunone1345 South King St.

942-4848

Kochi1936 South King St.

941-2835

Hifumi Japanese RestaurantChinese Cultural Plaza

536-3035

JAPANESE

Z PizzaWard Centre

Auahi St. Shops

596-0066

151 Hekili St., Kailua

230-8400

Paesano RistoranteWaimalu Plaza

(across Safeway)

98-1277 Kaahumanu St. #119

485-8883

Manoa Marketplace

2752 Woodlawn Dr.

988-5923Hanaki RestaurantManoa Marketplace

2756 Woodlawn Drive

988-1551

G SushiMarket City Shopping Center

2919 Kapiolani Blvd. #23

732-9661


For complete eligibility, visit www.halekoa.com

1585 Kapiolani Blvd. #110 | 941.0555 | www.angelopietro.com

Come hungry. Leave happy.ALA MOANA BLVD. • KUHIO AVEPEARL CITY • KANEOHE • HILO

Ala Moana (Free Parking)

Join IHOP on Tuesday, March 1, 2011

7am - 10pm for National Pancake Day andreceive one complimentary short stack!*

Parking along left side of Bldg and right side of bldgall stalls except 1-10

Cook your own vegetablesw/choice of meats, seafood,

noodles & rice in a“SPECIAL SPICY HOMEMADE

MISO SAUCE”

Mon-Sat 9am to 7:30pm; Sun 9:30am to 6pm • 1111 McCully Street • 947-5411

choose from Garlic Chicken or Chicken Katsu

(served daily)Mochiko Chicken

(Wednesday Only), or Karaage Chicken (Friday Only)

$5.95Chicken & Sushi

Bentostarting

from

WHERE TO DINE

The Pyramid Restaurant758 Kapahulu Avenue737-2900

MEDITERRANEAN

Yakiniku Million626 Sheridan St.

596-0799Orine Sarang Chae905-A Keeaumoku St.

955-0646

Richo3008 Waialae Ave.

734-2222

Ton Ton Ramen 95-050 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu

677-5388

Tanaka of TokyoEast, in King’s Village,

922-4233

Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza,

922-4702

West in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace

945-3443

Sushi Ichiban3579 Waialae Ave.

737-8820

Sushi Company 1111 McCully Street

947-5411

Sumo Ramen Kaneohe 234-6868

Kapolei 693-8808

Market City 737-1868

Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186

Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-80802

99 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139

Sikdorak Korean RestaurantSam Sung Plaza

655 Keeaumoku St., #108

949-2890

KOREANFrog House Restaurant1604 Kalakaua Ave.

951-9370

One coupon per Deluxe Nigiri Set or Aloha Set. Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 2/28/11

Kahala Mall738-5696

(KOZO)

Moiliili 951-5696

(KOZO)

Keeaumokuby Wal-Mart946-5696

(KOZO)

Pearlridge483-6805

Pearl Cityby Wal-Mart455-6805

Hawaii Born, Hawaii BredWe Support Local First!

2671A S. King Street951-KING (5464)Tues-Sat 11am-9pmParking: turn into driveway between Kokua Market & 4 Kings

Chef Kapo’s Mochiko ChickenIt took years of practice to perfect!

NOW OPEN!NOW OPEN!Upscale American Bistro Plate Lunch


47-388 Hui Iwa St.

FREE Medium 2 toppingpizza w/purchase of a Largespecialty pizza at regular priceOffer not valid in combination with any other offer. Offer not availableonline. Free medium pizza with equal or lesser toppings. Price plustax. Prices vary by location. Limited time offer. Products not exactlyas shown. Available at participating Pizza Hut® restaurants in Hawaii.Delivery charges apply and do not include gratuity. $12 minimumorder for delivery. Limited delivery area. ©2011 Pizza Hut®, Inc.Expires 3/31/11 CC:61

Ph: 643-1111

www.koolaucenter.com

AUTHENTIC KOREAN DISHES

Happy Hour 4-7pmAll American Beers $2.00

Soju - $4.95Appetizers starting at $4.95

Lunch Specials & Platesstarting at $5.99

1604 Kalakaua Ave • 951-9370Mon–Sat: 11 am - 2 am • Sun: 11 am - 10 pm

AUTHENTIC KOREAN DISHES

Lunch & Dinnerwith this ad. Expires 3/3/11.

*Excludes beverages

Lunch $12.95(Daily 11am - 2pm)

Dinner Nightly(5:30pm - 10pm)

Belly Dancing NightlyWednesday - Sunday

758 Kapahulu Avenue (Free Parking in Rear)

737-2900

Celebrating 15 years!

$24.70 per person

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE3447 Waialae Avenue • 739-0993 • jjfrenchpastry.com

Now Taking Reservations

5” Pyramid$19.95

Now Accepting Reservations • 3441 Waialae Avenue | 626-5368

“Itt Justt Keepss Gettingg Better”

4-Course Meal$24.70 per person

Serving Soups, Salads, Entrees & More!

Open Daily 11am to 9pm

Private Room Available

I N T R O D U C I N G

$1 OFFAny Breadpurchases over $4

Must present coupon • exp. 2/24/11DAILY BREAD SPECIALSTUESDAY Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread

WEDNESDAY Sundried Tomato Cheesebread

THURSDAY Foccacia Derecco

FRIDAY Walnut Raisin

SATURDAY Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread

SUNDAY Buckwheat Fig

“All Natural no added chemicals”

988-43102752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

Tues-Sat 7:30am-7pm ; Sunday 7:30am-3pm

FREE GYOZA(3 pieces)

with purchase of any regular orders2pm - 6pm

NO MSGADDED!

677-5388 94-050 Farrington Hwy. • Waipahu, HI 96797

ton tonramenF I N E R A M E N H O U S E

BLACK SESAME TAN TAN RAMENHomemade black sesame paste. All natural. Tenderchar siu, half cooked egg & green vegetable. Newstyle in Hawaii, Healthy, less oil & No MSG. (Long-

term consumption of black sesame seedsbeautifies the scalp and hair as well as the skin.)

MON-THUR:9am - 9pmFRIDAY:9am - 11pmSATURDAY:7am - 11pmSUNDAY:7am - 9pm 888 N. Nimitz Hwy. #103

524-2020 Combo Mixed Plate

$8.50

WHERE TO DINE

Pho My Lien98-150 Kaonohi St.

488-4900

Pho Kitchen2919 Kapiolani Blvd.

735-8488

VIETNAMESE

Souvaly Thai Cuisine803 Kam Hwy.

455-5888

Bangkok Chef1627 Nuuanu Ave.

585-8839

2955 E. Manoa Rd.,

988-0212

THAI

Shabu Shabu Bangkok“Thai Style” Hot Pot949 Kapahulu Ave.732-7666

The Ocean House Restaurant2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel

923-2277

Serg’s Mexican Kitchen2740 East Manoa Rd

988-8118 3660 on the Rise 3660 Waialae Ave.

737-1177

PACIFIC RIM

Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering2710 S. King St.

946-2073

OKAZUYA SHABU SHABUEl Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727

MEXICAN

Wahoo’s Fish Taco940 Auahi St. #140591-1646

41-865 Kalaniaole Hwy (Waimanalo)

259-7374


tableside

@@tablesideRight: Owner Cesar Llarenaswith the ZBQ Pizza ($12.95

small; $22.95, medium; $26.95,large) Inset: 100 percent

Organic Crust Apple Pie Pizza($1.85 per slice)

1 | Anita, Steven, Sanjay and Shanti

Silver 2 | Hunter and Matt Wickey

3 | Aaron Kusterer

4 | Jerald Rivera and Kekoa Hubbard

5 | Wally and Kellie Parcels

zpizza

When it comes to promoting a healthyway of eating pizza, no one does it bet-ter than zpizza. There, the pizza dough

is made from 100 percent organic wheat flourand prepared fresh every day, then hand-thrown and fire-baked, and finally, topped with avariety of healthy toppings. Located at 1200 AlaMoana Blvd., zpizza is open Sunday throughThursday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday andSaturday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Call 596.0066.

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