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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.