In recent years, Oahu has seen numerous artisanal pizza shops open up. At first, it was all Napoli-style pizza. However, a new wave brought in additional styles like Brooklyn and Detroit. My favorite among these is Pizza Mamo Honolulu. … [Read more...] about Excellent Brooklyn-Style Pizza at Pizza Mamo Honolulu
Honolulu Eats
Affordable and Tasty Chinese at Bo’s Kitchen
During our time at The Surfjack, we sought to minimize our expenses by getting food from outside of Waikiki. The first restaurant we ordered from was one we're fans of, though I haven't reviewed them here yet: Bo's Kitchen. … [Read more...] about Affordable and Tasty Chinese at Bo’s Kitchen
Review: Mahina and Suns Dinner
I'm a fan of Chef Ed Kenny. His mantra of local first and organic when possible has translated into outstanding cuisine, especially at his Hawaiian-local comfort place Mud Hen Water. So it only seemed right that I give Mahina and Suns dinner a try. … [Read more...] about Review: Mahina and Suns Dinner
Review: Poke by the Pound
For years, I've passed by Poke by the Pound when driving along Honolulu's Nimitz Highway. So while searching for a place to have lunch during a recent weekend, I decided to drop in and give them a try. … [Read more...] about Review: Poke by the Pound
Yakitori at Tori Ton Hawaii
Who doesn't love grilled meat on a stick? Yet, the art of Japanese yakitori is so much more than that. To do it well is an art form. So if you're looking for the best in Honolulu, make sure to enjoy some yakitori at Tori Ton Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Yakitori at Tori Ton Hawaii
Xiao Long Bao at Mr Dough Hawaii
Hawaii has a lot of dim sum options. Unfortunately, there aren't a lot of places that serve xiao long bao. So when a new spot opened, it gave me and Mrs. Island Miler some hope. So let's talk about the xiao long bao at Mr Dough Hawaii. … [Read more...] about Xiao Long Bao at Mr Dough Hawaii
Bar Maze Omakase Dinner
One of Honolulu's newer restaurants is Bar Maze in the trendy Kakaako neighborhood. The brainchild of Bar Leather Apron co-owner/head bartender Justin Park, the Bar Maze Omakase Dinner is a unique experience that takes food and drink pairings to a whole new level. … [Read more...] about Bar Maze Omakase Dinner
Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
When we figured out we wouldn't be running the Honolulu Marathon Start to the Park, we decided to do the exact opposite. That gave me the chance to do a Herringbone Waikiki revisited post, as they recently reopened under new management. … [Read more...] about Herringbone Waikiki Revisited
Review: Queensbreak Restaurant
During our most recent stay at the Waikiki Beach Marriott, we were given a credit for the hotel's newest eatery - the Queensbreak Restaurant. Wanting to maximize the value of this stay, we decided to go check them out for pupus and cocktails. … [Read more...] about Review: Queensbreak Restaurant
Review: Kith Treats Waikiki
Besides Wicked Maine Lobster, the other newbie at the Royal Hawaiian Center is Kith Treats Waikiki. Billed as an adult cereal bar, Kith Treats is associated with a lifestyles apparel brand by the same name. … [Read more...] about Review: Kith Treats Waikiki