M | TO P RESTAU R ANTS Million offers the kind of package local folks love: authentic ethnic food, and lots of it, at a reasonable price. The meat jun plate is a popular choice, as is the stone pot bi bim bap. The yakiniku, an indulgence of sinful quantities of pork belly, flank steak, kalbi ribs and the like, is also to die for. But it’s the banchan (side dishes) that are especially stellar here, fresh and versatile with everything from crab in kochujang sauce to egg custard and, of course, “real kine” kim chee. ——— 626 Sheridan St.; 596-0799. Lunch, dinner, late night. $$-$$$
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MIX CAFE Chef Bruno Iezzi treats patrons to an assortment of approximately 20 sandwiches, as well as organic greens and delectable housemade lasagna (mushroom, beef, bacon and provolone) during the
browns and a cup of coffee while sitting MORIMOTO WAIKIKI under an umbrella outside. The Old FashSee Critic’s Picks, Page 20 ioned Reuben and Smoke Ahi Melt sandMORIO’S SUSHI BISTRO wiches are two more reasons to make the trip to Kailua. See Critic’s Picks, Page 16 ——— MORNING GLASS COFFEE + CAFE 27 Hoolai St.; 261-5565; www.mokeskailua.com. Breakfast, lunch (closed See Critic’s Choice, Page 12 Tuesday). $$ MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE MOKE’S BREAD & BREAKFAST MOLLY’S SMOKEHOUSE With more than 75 restaurants across the globe, it’s no wonder Morton’s This unassuming space is perfect for Molly’s specializes in Texas-style barthose who don’t want to deal with the becue and Southern-style dishes such as boasts serving “The Best Steak … Anywhere.” Known for its high-quality prime crowds at Kailua’s other breakfast hubs. pulled pork, baby back ribs and cornWith just a handful of tables, Moke’s can bread, but it’s the divine Southern sweet cuts of beef, this classy fine-dining establishment caters to seafood lovers as well. get pretty crowded in its own right on tea that makes it legit. Many dig into the (Gluten- and soy-free menus are availweekends, but visit during the week and Supreme BBQ plate, which consists of you’re almost guaranteed a leisurely chicken, beef brisket and baby back ribs able.) The bar’s popular Power Hour (daily except Saturdays from 5 to 6:30 meal on a (relatively) quiet side street in a smothering of BBQ goodness. The p.m. and again from 9 p.m. to closing) ofcompared with the scene outside Boots dining room closes at 7:30 p.m., but you fers discounted drinks and upscale Bar & Kimo’s. The Vegetable Frittata with can order takeout until 8 p.m. RecomBites such as Mini Crab Cake BLTs, Seasonal Veggies is a viable option for mended: beef brisket, Southern fried smoked salmon pizza and filet mignon those trying to eat healthy; the Moke Nui chicken or catfish. sliders. Recommended: grilled jumbo asomelet, with three eggs and a blend of ba- ——— paragus, macaroni and cheese with bacon, ham, vegetables and two cheeses, 23 S. Kamehameha Highway, Wahiawa; con and onion, bone-in rib-eye, veal goes well with Moke’s homemade hash 621-4858. Lunch, dinner. $$
hustle-and-bustle weekday lunch hours in downtown Honolulu. It’s a simple menu, yet simply delicious. Recommended: Cuban (ham, pork, jalapeño) sandwich, spicy turkey on housemade ciabatta with watercress. ——— 1025 Alakea St.; 532-4540; www.mymixcafe.com. Lunch (weekdays). $-$$
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