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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.