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Nola Café opens in Honolulu, offering New Orleans-style beignets and a range of sweet and savory treats, with a café ambiance inspired by the French Quarter.

Ichika Sushi is a new sushi counter in Honolulu offering a traditional omakase menu by Chef Ken Kawakami, priced at $150. Opening August 1, 2024, it will host seven diners per seating, with a soft opening at a reduced price available on Instagram.

Michelin Guide-recognized Okdongsik is expanding to Honolulu, bringing its famed Korean gomtang soup to Sky Ala Moana condominiums, adding to Hawaii's culinary diversity.

Hawaiian Host Group has renovated its Iwilei chocolate factory with a $12 million investment, aiming to double output and create tech-focused jobs without cutting existing positions.

Joe Vu is retiring, closing his beloved Pearl City food truck 'Manapua Man' after nearly 50 years, leaving a legacy of community connection and local culinary favorites.

Hawaiian company Shaka Tea is shutting down due to economic challenges despite its unique māmaki tea and commitment to local agriculture, with products available for a few more months.

Ramen Bones in Maui reopens after addressing health violations and a cockroach infestation, with DOH mandating ongoing pest control measures and transparency.

Kevin's Kitchen has been packing South Beretania Street with crowds since opening in June. The Hong Kong-style roast meat specialist is already earning recognition among Honolulu's top Chinese restaurants.

The 31st annual Made in Hawai'i Festival returns this weekend with 81 new vendors showcasing local goods at the Hawaii Convention Center. The three-day event features a new state-sponsored pavilion and expanded island-wide participation.

New premium musubi shops are transforming Honolulu's rice ball scene from convenience store snacks to craft counter service experiences.

Miguel's Cocina food truck bounced back quickly from health violations, reopening at Fisherman's Wharf after addressing water supply issues.

Chick-fil-A opens its fifth Oahu location Thursday in Kapolei, featuring Hawaii's first indoor playground at any chain location. Customers wearing cow print on opening day receive free entrées.

bb.q Chicken opens its third Hawaii location in Waikiki, bringing Korean double-fried chicken to the tourist corridor.

Tina Sumtsova won the "Grow, Eat, Think Local" Video Cooking Contest in Hawaii with her chocolate mango mini cakes, promoting local agriculture and sustainability.

Alan Wong is opening a namesake restaurant at The Kāhala, replacing Hōkū’s and bringing back signature dishes as the hotel preps for an early‑2026 launch.

Lēʻahi Brewing opened at Aloha Tower with a mission: every pint helps fund restoration of Diamond Head slopes while supporting Hawai‘i farmers.

NYC’s Michelin-recognized hand-roll bar DOMODOMO opens in Ewa Beach this Wednesday with a DOMOKASE tasting and a menu of Japanese and Korean-inspired dishes. The new spot sits at 360° Ewa Beach Country Club.

Moʻiliʻili’s Little Corner Cafe — an outpost of Honolulu Kitchen — is selling deep‑fried mini manapua, from char siu to ube cream‑cheese, alongside dim sum and smoothies.

A peach‑colored truck in Kīhei is serving New Zealand‑style made‑to‑order soft‑serve blended with fresh fruit and seasonal local flavors. Owners say the idea came after a trip to New Zealand.

Diamond Head Market & Grill has teamed with chef Jason Peel for a breakfast refresh, adding pork hash, "sneaky" fried rice, new pancakes and a Thanksgiving plate. Locals may start lining up earlier.

Waikīkī's Duke’s restaurant plans to open a new location in West Oʻahu, as part of a new entertainment and cultural hotspot, creating up to 200 jobs, with a target opening in 2028.

Pepper Lunch launches its first Honolulu location next Friday at Moanalua Shopping Center, with pepper rice, sizzling curry and a grand-opening BOGO entrée. The Moanalua spot is the start of a planned island rollout.

Dean & DeLuca Hawaii's Royal Hawaiian Center shop pairs French pastries with Hawaii‑exclusive merch for the holidays. Croissants, artisan breads and limited totes are on offer.

Hawaiʻi Department of Health issued a red placard to Himalayan Kitchen in Kaimuki after inspectors found insufficient refrigeration, moldy food and evidence of rodents.

Todd English will cook a five-course, truffle-forward tasting at The Ritz‑Carlton Maui on Jan. 10 with wine pairings and kamaʻāina pricing.

A family-run drive‑thru coffee trailer has opened at 263 Lahainaluna Road, serving locally roasted beans, smoothies and baked goods from island bakers.

Daniel K. Inouye International Airport introduces Waialua Bar & Cafe to offer local Hawaiian flavors at Terminal 1, featuring a menu with fresh sandwiches, pastries, cocktails, and local craft beer.

JINYA Ramen Bar at Ward Village will shut Feb. 9, 2026, and about 86 employees are listed for layoff in a state notice issued earlier this month. The location opened in late 2022.

Four Seasons Resort Hualalai brings a star-studded roster to Kona this Monday for Taste of the Islands. Tickets are $225 for adults and $115 for keiki.

South Korea–born bakery TOUS les JOURS soft-opened in Honolulu on Keeaumoku Street and is celebrating a grand opening Sunday–Tuesday with giveaways and cloud cakes on the menu.

Locally owned Lotus Cafe opened a new Kailua Town location on Hekili Street, bringing its Kaimuki-style coffee and scratch-made menu to Windward Oahu.

After more than 30 years in Waikiki, family-run Me BBQ has reopened at 2427 Kūhiō Ave — and owners say a lookalike operation in their old Uluniu spot is confusing customers.

Midtown Eats debuts at The Park on Keeaumoku with 12 local vendors and a grand opening this Saturday featuring family activities.

Waikiki’s Munch 'N Brunch is moving from the truck to a storefront at Eaton Square, opening next Thursday while the original truck keeps rolling. Owners will expand prep space and add sit-down service.

TBB Holdings opened Waikiki Brisket at the Royal Hawaiian Center's Paina Lanai, a Hawaiian‑Texan brisket stall as the company eyes Las Vegas expansion.

Honolulu Bistro rolled out a Waikīkī food truck serving its signature sweet and savory grilled sandwiches and new coffee drinks.

Maze in Kakaako earned two stars and a Critics' Pick from The New York Times — the first Hawaii restaurant to get a Times rating.

A high‑end Wolfgang’s Steakhouse at The Shops at Wailea will close after under two years, an abrupt pullback that highlights pressure on resort dining. Local reporting and industry observers point to rising costs and softer visitor spending.

Haleiwa’s Coffee Gallery will close next Saturday after nearly 40 years. The North Shore roaster thanked patrons in a social post and will hold a final weekend of service.

Graze Craze opened its first Hawaii location in downtown Honolulu, offering boards, boxes and grab-and-go cups for offices and events.

State leaders broke ground on the AINA Kitchen Network regional kitchen in Whitmore Village; Phase I will produce up to 24,000 meals per day and aims to strengthen ties with local farms.

A threeadphase AINA Kitchen in Whitmore Village will centralize school meal production, aim for more local sourcing and serve dozens of Oahu campuses by 2027.

Hilton Waikiki has opened Casamigos House of Friends on its 37th floor, converting a former event room into a sunset lounge serving Casamigos cocktails and shareable plates.

The Waikīkī SPAM JAM returns April 25 with SPAM dishes, pop‑up merch and a 9 p.m. drone show. The free block party raises money and collects donations for local nonprofits.

Alejandro’s Mexican Food opened in Pearl City Shopping Center; a local reviewer praised an ono Chicken Bowl and photos show the menu and crew.

Soulberry Ice Cream has opened in Hāliʻimaile, serving New Zealand‑style real‑fruit swirls from a converted horse trailer. The family operation highlights Maui fruit and local toppings.

Capriotti's opened its second Oahu shop in Kapolei, run by local restaurateur Soojung Heu, bringing the Bobbie, Capastrami and cheesesteaks to the west side.

Hawaii’s Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya has opened in downtown Kirkland, bringing signature tonkotsu bowls and izakaya plates to the Eastside.

Wingstop opened its third Oahu location at Pearl City Gateway, serving classic and boneless wings in more than 11 flavors. A local review praised garlic Parmesan and Spicy Korean Q.

Waikīkī Snack Store has opened at Discovery Bay Center, offering handmade Northern Chinese dumplings, a DIY ramen counter and shave ice, plus a frozen‑dumpling opening deal through March 1.

State health inspectors closed Jade Palace 2 in Kailua-Kona after finding live and dead cockroaches and multiple critical food-safety failures. The restaurant must remain shut until DOH signs off.

Beijing-born Cotti Coffee opened at Pearl Highlands while Mikiya Wagyu Shabu debuted on Kapiolani, bringing signature drinks and A5 wagyu to Oahu.

New Kamana Kitchen opened its third location at Kailua Shopping Center, serving butter chicken, naan and mango lassi with limited seating and takeout.

Paia favorite Tobi’s Poke & Shave Ice opened a second shop at Kīhei's Kukui Mall, serving poke plates, shave ice and breakfast in a beach‑friendly counter.

Thirty Eight opened at Pier 38 with a fish-forward harbor-bistro menu, from hamachi crudo and poke crackers to a signature fried whole moi.

CU Hawaiʻi opened a second Oʻahu shop in Kāhala Korner, bringing DIY ramen stations, smoothies and Sig Zane collabs to a takeout‑friendly neighborhood spot.

Hawaii’s Kono’s Northshore is expanding to Dallas, planning its first city outpost and aiming to franchise three locations across the region.

The Hideaway at Montage Kapalua Bay has reopened as a reimagined indoor-outdoor cocktail lounge with a Mai Tai-focused menu, nightly music and locally made tiki keepsakes.

A Maui snackmaker recalled a small batch of Tiki Bar pretzel candy after peanuts were omitted from the allergen statement; the FDA rated the recall Class II.

Federal officials warn select Punahele beef crisps may contain undeclared soy lecithin. Check bags with a Feb. 17, 2027 best‑by date and follow FSIS guidance.

U-Kitchen Hawaiʻi opened a new Downtown Honolulu counter at 700 Bishop St, offering affordable bentos and a wide musubi selection for weekday lunches.

Leonard’s Malasadamobile has pulled onto Lagoon Drive near HNL, selling travel-ready boxes and hot malasadas daily.

The Made in Hawai‘i Festival returns Aug. 20–23 at the Hawai‘i Convention Center with evening preview nights and full weekend hours as the center finishes construction.

Le Petit Chef, a projection‑mapped dining show, arrives at Romer House Waikīkī next Monday, pairing animated plate‑shows with a five‑course menu by Chef Brad Dodson.

Alejandro’s Mexican Food has opened a Pauoa outpost at 1997 Pauoa Road, bringing its tacos, wet burritos and loaded nacho fries to the neighborhood. The shop occupies the former Pauoa Chop Suey space and features a Dodgers‑inspired mural.

Ruscello at Nordstrom’s Ala Moana spot will reopen in early March after a $450,000 refresh to the 5,500‑square‑foot dining room. The temporary closure began Jan. 16.

Cool Cat Express has opened at Whaler’s Village in Lahaina, serving the café’s classic burgers and Roselani shakes while offering a 20% kamaʻāina discount.

Side Street Inn’s Kapahulu “On Da Strip” will close after the first week of April as owners finalize a lease for a Waikiki relocation. The restaurant’s Ewa Beach outpost will remain open.

The 45th Kapalua Wine & Food Festival runs June 25–28 with celebrity chefs, rare wines, a Grand Tasting Gala and events from pickleball to a beachside BBQ.

Westman Cafe is returning to Ward Village after a two‑year closure, joining the Kō'ula retail block in Kakaʻako. The locally run brunch-and-lounge concept will rejoin Honolulu’s restaurant mix.

San Paolo’s new weekend brunch in Waikiki pairs American classics with Brazilian staples like pão de queijo waffles and Catupiry‑topped eggs Benedict.

Corn Onoz Hawaii has moved from pop-ups to a Pearl City storefront, serving elote-style corn on a stick and rotating 'chee Z' flavors.

Waikiki's STIX ASIA will open an 18,000‑sq‑ft, 12‑stall food hall at UnCommons in Southwest Las Vegas, bringing Asian street‑market flavors and Michelin‑recognized chefs.

Aloha Greek has opened a frozen‑yogurt counter at the Outrigger Waikīkī Paradise Hotel, serving frozen yogurt and shave ice to hotel guests and beachgoers.

A new Vietnamese café, Banh Mi'licious, has opened in Kapalama Shopping Center with pho, banh mi and fresh rolls. The signature sandwich is $15 and the menu includes beef and oxtail pho.

After a yearlong closure and a $450,000 renovation, the Wendy’s at Times Royal Kunia Center is open again with outreach aimed at local teachers.

A family-run Vietnamese counter has opened in Kakaʻako, serving banh mi, summer rolls and coffee-forward drinks.

Hawaii Foodie Con & Spring Expo fills the Neal Blaisdell Exhibition Hall this weekend with 200+ vendors, $7 tasting plates and a Saturday hot‑sauce showdown.

Neale Asato of Asato Family Shop earned a spot among five finalists for the 2026 James Beard Award in Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker. The nod makes him Hawaiʻi's only finalist this year.

Alan Wong’s namesake restaurant has moved from private previews to a public opening at The Kahala, returning his signature Hawai‘i Regional dishes to Honolulu. Reservations are listed now.

A Twin Fin Hotel counter in Waikīkī is reimagining shave ice with chef-made syrups and rotating monthly flavors, each priced at $10.

A tidy micro‑market has replaced the old Capitol snack counter: espresso, two self‑checkout kiosks and locally sourced bentos are now regulars in the basement. The shop is run through the state’s Business Enterprise Program for licensed blind vendors.

Kiahuna Sunrise Café opened in a restored plantation‑era manager’s house on Kiahuna Plantation, offering breakfast, coffee and garden‑front seating to guests and locals. Early reviews praise the setting while staff smooth service after a soft opening.

La Birria opened a Pearl Kai storefront in Aiea, moving from its food‑truck roots to a permanent spot with birria tacos, ramen and curated party packs.

Beastside Kitchen in Niu Valley has added a $10 early‑bird breakfast, happy hour and nightly karaoke, turning the neighborhood spot into an all‑day hangout.

Assaggio, a Kailua mainstay since 1991, will close at the end of the year as its owners retire after 35 years.

Pono Potions opened PEWA on Bethel Street — a Chinatown lounge where the company’s island syrups anchor cocktails, brunch and community events.

Kapolei’s first Sonic Drive‑In has entered inspections. The $2.6M build could open early 2026 and bring Sonic’s carhop service and more than 100 jobs to West Oʻahu.

Istanbul Hawaii rolled out luxury spring dishes while Taco Rice opened a Kalākaua takeout window. Fancy French Cakes is taking online preorders for classic pastries.

Kooks Coffee rolled a second cart into Kakaʻako while keeping its UH Mānoa trailer, serving playful drinks like Nanner Bread, Ubae Watch and plant-based Rockers.

Ala Moana's MF Burger Shop quietly landed next to Jugo Life, serving double‑wagyu smashburgers and beef‑tallow fries from a tiny weekly pop‑up. Preorders and dates appear on Instagram.

Tonkatsu Tamafuji has moved downstairs at Hee Hing Plaza in Kapahulu, expanding to roughly 75 seats and accepting walk-ins for April. The menu remains the same favorites.

Chef Adam Gilbert and partner Chris Natale have reopened Fairway Tavern inside the Ewa Villages clubhouse, reviving a six‑year vacancy with plantation‑style plates and community pricing.

Vincent Pōhaku left an auto‑glass business to grow Drip Studio into a larger Fort Street Mall cafe focused on pour‑overs and matcha. The move expanded tasting events and seating.

Flair in Kaka'ako has reopened with a farm‑to‑table menu and Mother's Day brunch and dinner set for May 10. Reservations and happy hour details are available online.

A retro bowling alley, new gallery and refreshed grill have opened in Lānaʻi City, widening visitor options and offering new local job opportunities. Resort shuttles are bringing guests into town.

Tokyo’s MENSHO opens its first Hawaiʻi restaurant at Ka Makana Aliʻi in Kapolei with island-exclusive ramen and an opening-day blessing. Limited totes go to early buyers.

Roy Yamaguchi will open Ocean House at the Outrigger Kauai Beach Resort & Spa in Lihue on June 8, 2026, as the property undergoes a redesign.

Everbowl is soft-opening a second Oʻahu location in Pearl City and will give away roughly 300 free açaí bowls tonight; full service begins tomorrow.

Tango Empanadas opened a second trailer on Atkinson Drive across from Ala Moana, bringing its empanadas, loaded fries and Argentine sweets from Kahuku to Honolulu crowds.

Favorite Son opened at the Ambassador Hotel in Waikīkī with Chef Justus Keliehor and an all-day menu of island-forward sandwiches, bowls and drinks.

Oakberry will open a Park Shore Waikīkī counter this weekend with a grand opening Saturday and regular hours starting Sunday.

Rigo and Āina Bowls are headed to The Park at Ward Village, bringing soba, Spanish‑Italian dishes and açaí bowls to Ward Avenue. The openings are staggered across 2026–27.

Zippy’s will open a North Las Vegas diner with a prepaid pickup lane and extended hours. Grand opening begins Tuesday, May 19.

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue opened a food-court counter at Ala Moana Center on Friday, complete with a lion dance, giveaways and a grand-opening discount. The Honolulu-born chain is adding a visible presence inside the mall.

Waialua’s Kava Queen will close at the end of May after import prices, tariffs and storm fallout squeezed margins at the small North Shore kava bar.

The Joey’s Kitchen team has opened Dang Dang Noodles at Nāpili Plaza, serving house-made Asian-fusion noodle bowls Wednesday–Sunday evenings.

Honolulu favorite The Pig & The Lady has opened a Kaimukī flagship and launched a pay‑what‑you‑can dinner series while keeping its signature Pho French Dip.

HI Cravings Windward reopened at Windward City Shopping Center in Kāneʻohe with extended hours, online ordering and its signature build-your-own acai bowls.

North Shore favorite Ry’s Poke Shack opened a Honolulu shop on May 18 with location-only dishes and local chef collaborations. Expect Honolulu-only items like fried-wonton poke nachos.

Pepito's Tropical Grill has parked at Schofield Barracks, serving Venezuelan‑style pepitos, loaded hot dogs and a 4x4 burger. The trailer also runs pop‑ups and offers catering across Oahu.

A permit filing suggests Wingstop is planning a Windward Oʻahu outpost at Aikahi Park Shopping Center in Kailua. The move lines up with the chain’s broader expansion push.

The Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival returns Oct. 16–Nov. 8 across three islands. Tickets go on sale May 23 and proceeds support culinary education and local producers.

CU Hawai‘i opened a third Oʻahu shop on Kapahulu Avenue this week, adding a ramyun wall, DIY smoothies and slushies exclusive to that location.

Festa Italiana returns to Kakaʻako June 5–6 with free food, live music and family programming, plus a ticketed VIP tasting at Velocity Honolulu.

A pared-back café and retail shop from designer Momo Sakauye soft-opened on Waimanu Street, serving a compact coffee menu and rotating pastries.

Kyoto matcha brand Maruwu Seicha will open three more cafés on Oahu after its Waikīkī debut. The chain plans island‑exclusive flavors and additional locations through November 2026.

Waikiki chefs and mixologists staged a five-course tasting at the Moana Surfrider that put Fukuoka seafood and produce on the plate as part of the hotel's anniversary programming.

Grace's Inn on S. Beretania was red-placarded after a kitchen sewage backup and has been allowed to reopen under a yellow placard while repairs are verified.

A new takeout dessert spot from the team behind Cinnamon's has opened in Kailua, serving rotating soft-serve, specialty drinks and cookies inspired by family recipes.

Maui chef Lee Anne Wong won Food Network’s 24 in 24 and the $100,000 grand prize after a grueling 24‑hour competition. Her nori‑wrapped ahi tuna sealed the victory.

Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House has opened a Kapahulu location with a self‑serve vegetable bar, expanded drink stations and late‑night hours for group dinners.

Kailua‑Kona’s Kona Inn Restaurant has new local owners, a new chef and a refreshed menu and dining room set to debut next Thursday. The team keeps classics while modernizing the space.

Moani Waikiki announced its International Market Place outpost will close this weekend and will host two nights of final celebrations on June 12–13.

A father-and-son team is selling Portugal’s pastéis de nata at the KCC Farmers Market. They also take frozen preorders to bake at home.

Zippy's will close its Hualapai Way Summerlin restaurant on June 28. The chain calls the move strategic and staff are transferring to other Las Vegas locations.

Ola's Hilo distillery picked up another Double Gold as Hawaii lawmakers passed HB2475 to define and protect the name ʻōkolehao.

Honolulu’s longtime Latin market expands to Koa Ridge with a family block party and plans for a mezzanine with cooking classes and a bilingual children’s library.

Hala Tree Café soft-opened in Waikīkī on June 19, bringing 100% Kona coffee, signature drinks and an on-site bakery to The Lilia Waikīkī.

Kailua‑Kona chef Rhoda Magbitang won Top Chef Season 23 with a four‑course Filipino finale, taking home $250,000 and putting Filipino flavors in the national spotlight.

Kam Bowl will close June 28 and reopen July 1 as Alii Diner; owners say a longtime chef will stay and some favorites will remain on the menu.

Bellevue‑born Supreme Dumplings has opened at Ala Moana Center, bringing hand‑folded xiao long bao, a 140‑seat dining room and island‑inspired additions to Honolulu.