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Pho My Lien owners Tommy and Lien Dang flank friend and financial adviser Walter James at the restaurant’s Aiea location.

Absolutely Pho-bulous!

The answer to the best in traditional Vietnamese cuisine is Pho My Lien, where tasty specialties such as pho, spring rolls and summer rolls are all derived from homemade recipes.

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ono,youknow Blue Hawaii Sushi Bar & Restaurant

Canton Seafood Restaurant

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Shenanigans!

By Alana Folen | Photos by Leah Friel

hristmas is a little more than a week away, and I couldn’t be happier! Not only do I love the spirit of the season, festive moments with family and friends, sweater weather, sippin’ on a mug of hot chocolate topped with a mound of whipped cream, gift wrapping and more, but this time of year gives me an excuse to eat like a queen. Yes, indeed!

Quite honestly, it’s a bit hard to eat healthy during the holidays (believe me, I’m trying), so sometimes you just gotta throw in the towel and indulge.

And you’ll never guess what I’ve been craving this week. Shrimp!

These glorious critters of the sea have been calling out my name and I’ve been giving in 100 percent to its succulence.

So, come along and witness the amazing shrimp delicacies at the following Ono, You Know establishments that make for a very merry me! You’ll want to dive right in before they’re all gone!

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Blue Hawaii Sushi Bar & Restaurant Blue Hawaii Sushi in Pearl City is making a splash with its massive spread of tasty eats, combining the best of both worlds by blending traditional Japanese cuisine with Pacific Rim fusion. Open daily, the restaurant offers savory shrimp specialties that will tempt your palate more than you know.

Topping my list is Dynamite ($8.95). This appetizer booms with flavor as the dish is bedded with mushrooms and zucchini topped 2 | DINING OUT | DEC. 16-22, 2012

with scallops and shrimp and glazed with Blue Hawaii Sushi’s famous dynamite sauce. When it comes to selecting an entree, North Shore Shrimp, also known as Garlic Shrimp, is a no-brainer. Priced at $12.95, relish in juicy pieces of shrimp perfectly sauteed in butter, lemon and garlic. I promise you, the aroma alone will have your mouth watering for days.

All entrees come complete with a side of

rice, assorted vegetables, hot tea, miso soup and house salad with ginger dressing.

Blue Hawaii Sushi most recently added okazu favorites to its onolicious selection as well. The okazuya is open daily from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. and offers an assortment of a la carte items, including Shrimp Tempura Cone Sushi ($3.50 apiece), Nishime and the ever popular Bento Box ($5.75), which comes with a free drink.

Blue Hawaii Sushi Bar & Restaurant Pearl City Gateway 1140 Kuala St. 456.2128

Canton Seafood Restaurant Discover the best in Northern Chinese cuisine at Canton Seafood Restaurant. This Keeamoku Street eatery is open daily from 10 a.m. to midnight, and satisfies the most intense of cravings. And if it’s shrimp you’re after Canton Seafood breaks the mold and presents you with a Chinese shrimp creation that goes beyond the norm. Sure, we all love the classic Honey Walnut Shrimp, but this week I wanted to revel in something new. That’s when Canton Seafood assistant manager Helen He presented me with Steamed

Above: The editor basks in the glory of Blue Hawaii Sushi’s Dynamite ($8.95).

Left: Blue Hawaii Sushi’s North Shore Shrimp ($12.95)

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SAM CHOY’S BREAKFAST LUNCH & CRAB 580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545.7979 Breakfast and lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Dinner: SundayThursday, 5-9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5-10 p.m

Be jolly with Christmas buffets

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s the everyday family man, how could we expect anything else from Sam Choy then a Christmas buffet fit for any family.

Whether you and your loved ones would like to enjoy a Christmas brunch or dinner, Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch & Crab is a festive place to share in conversation, laughs and gratitude this holiday season.

The Christmas brunch buffet is available from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Christmas Day ($32.95 for adults and $14.95 for keiki, 5-12 years-old). The Christmas dinner buffet is offered from 4 to 8:30 p.m. ($36.95 for adults and $14.95 for keiki, 5-12 years-old).

Snow Crab Chris Fleck photo

Brunch includes a complete omelet station and Carved Steamship Round Beef. Dinner will feature a succulent Carved Garlic Roaster Prime Rib or Beef.

And save your appetite because the entrées keep on coming, as both buffets will serve garlic roasted chicken, honey glazed ham, shrimp scampi pasta, Chinese chicken salad, grilled local vegetable pasta salad, and heaps full of other choices.

The brunch buffet also will have some of your classic breakfast choices such as French toast, waffles and Portuguese sausage, while dinner goes to the sea with snow crab and baked salmon dynamite.

Both buffets offer Christmas presents of its own with a plethora of delicious desserts, including banana bread pudding with coconut glaze, pumpkin pie, brownies and more. The dinner buffet will have a chocolate fountain as well.

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he husband-and-wife team of Tommy and Lien Dang are living the American Dream.

As owners of Pho My Lien, an authentic Vietnamese restaurant in Aiea, this dynamic duo is well aware of the value of hard work and dedication. Originally from Vietnam, the Dangs have the ultimate recipe for success, along with the freshest of ingredients that are incorporated into Pho My Lien’s cuisine.

Conveniently located in Westridge Shopping Center, Pho My Lien offers its customers delicious home-style cooking at great values. Quite a simple concept, yes, but one that has been without fail for more than a decade.

“What we try to achieve here at Pho My Lien is good family dining at reasonable prices. We’ve been in business in Aiea going on 13 years now and we’ve gained great support from local families as well as the military,” says Walter James, a longtime friend of the

Walter James, and Tommy and Lien Dang present Pho My Lien specialties.

Rice Vermicelli with Barbecue Chicken and Spring Rolls ($9.95) Green Papaya Salad ($7.50)

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Dangs, who also serves as the restaurant’s financial adviser and marketing planner. “I’ve known Tommy for 30 years. He was one of the original boat people who came over from Vietnam many years ago.”

“Lien would often cook for us and we would always say, ‘You should open up a restaurant.’ We kept joking with her because her food was so good. So, one day she came to me and said that she and Tommy would like to open up a restaurant, so, of course, I gladly offered my support and helped them.”

Pho My Lien originally opened its doors in 1999 in Waikiki before relocating nine years later to its current location. According to James, the move has offered nothing but success for the Dangs.

“There’s nothing better than partaking in comfort food within a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Hawaii is a melting pot when it comes to food, and upon your first visit to Pho My Lien, I know that you’re going to like it. We haven’t changed the menu in almost 10 years,” explains James, adding that Lien does the majority of the cooking from her own family recipes that she’s tweaked a bit over the years.

Tried-and true favorites from Pho My Lien’s expansive menu include Crispy Spring Rolls ($7.50 for four pieces) — filled with pork, chicken and shrimp along with shredded carrots, long rice and mushroom, then deep-fried until golden brown, and served with lettuce, mint leaves, rice noodles and a homemade sauce; and Summer Rolls (two for $4.95) — with rice vermicelli, mint leaves, bean sprouts and your choice of boiled shrimps, shredded pork, barbecue beef, barbecue pork, barbecue chicken

or tofu wrapped in a rice sheet and served with a special peanut sauce or fish sauce.

“What sets Pho My Lien’s cuisine apart from other restaurants is its commitment to absolute freshness,” James says.

“Tommy goes to Chinatown almost every day to purchase fresh, locally grown vegetables. You’ll notice every dish has a nice crisp, wholesome and fresh taste.”

The taste James speaks of is very much apparent in the restaurant’s Chicken Salad ($7.50) and Green Papaya Salad ($7.50).

“This Papaya Salad is the best that I’ve ever had,” James says of the dish, which comes with shredded green papaya and shrimp mixed with mint leaves and peanuts, and is splashed with a house special salad dressing.

Best known for its exorbitant array of outstanding dishes, Pho My Lien’s everpresent deals have always drawn in crowds of eager diners as well. Every month, the establishment offers an unbeatable special for $4.99 or less. This month’s special is Vietnamese Chicken Salad ($4.99).

“Coming up next month, we’ll be featuring three in-house specials, each priced at $7.99, including Shrimp Fried Rice; Barbecue Chicken, Summer Rolls and Spring Rolls with Rice Vermicelli; and Summer Rolls and Spring Rolls with Rice Vermicelli,” James says.

Yet, it’s the pho that will always remain a signature item on the menu. This traditional Vietnamese beef noodle soup is said to be a daily tonic and elixir that

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clears the head and warms the heart. Each bowl of pho is served with herbs, mint leaves, bean sprouts, chili pepper, lemon wedges and special sauces. And customize it just the way you like it by selecting from as many as five choices of meat to accompany the dish: slices of rare steak, well-done beef flank, soft tendon, tripe and beef balls. Other popular pho dishes are Pho with Chicken Meat, Pho with Mixed Vegetables and Pho with Shrimp and Squid.

“The pho has a great, refreshing taste.

It’s almost like shabu shabu,” James states, noting that while Vietnamese cuisine has gone mainstream on the local dining scene, Lien has been able to make her own cuisine.

“We attribute all of Pho My Lien’s success to the food and hard work that Tommy and Lien put in every day. They are here seven days a week, 10 hours per day, 360 days a year,” he adds. “We have a bunch of repeat customers, and we’d like to thank all of our loyal customers for always coming back to dine here. We couldn’t be happier.”

For the Dangs, what once was a dream is now a “phobulous” reality.

Pho with welldone beef flank, tripe, tendon and beef balls

Summer Rolls and Spring Rolls with Rice Vermicelli

Summer Rolls ($4.95)

Shrimp Fried Rice ($10.50)

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Starters as good as a Million bucks

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akiniku Million has been a grilling, slurping and overall tasty place for everything Korean for nearly three decades, and the appetizers are no exception. Whether you have a hankering for something crunchy, spicy, rich or juicy, you’ll likely find it on the menu.

There may be no better introduction to Million’s pupu menu than the Nok Do Jeon or Mung Bean Pancake ($6). The beans are ground to form a base flour that is then mixed with bean sprouts, kim chee, kalbi beef, and fried to a dark, crispy brown.

Another handy finger food is Goon Man Doo ($5). Large wonton wrappers are stuffed with tofu, long rice, onion and beef.

The flaky skins shimmer on the plate and the tender pockets of goodness are tasty whether you use the special soy-based dipping sauce or not. And that’s how it should be.

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YAKINIKU MILLIION WHERE 626 Sheridan St. CALL 596.0799 HOURS Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-midnight; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 a.m.

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2 1 Goon Man Doo ($5) 2 Million manager Diana Paik with Pan Fried Spicy Octopus 3 Pan Fried Spicy Octopus ($15.95) 4 Jok-Bal ($19.95) Nathalie Walker photos

Having enough pupus to share with a few friends is critical.

Having enough to share with five or six is even better. Jok-Bal (Steamed Sliced Pig Feet) is a heaping plate of simply-prepared pork off the hoof and served with

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Romaine lettuce, sesame leaves and side flavorings, which include jalapeno, garlic, miso paste, and a salt and shrimp paste. At $19.95, the pile of tender pork is not only a fun, interactive way to dine but it’s an economical way to share a starter with a half dozen of your favorite friends or family members.

Million is famed for its semisecretive house sauce that is found adorning several dishes on the menu. The ingredients aren’t nearly as important as the pleasure one gets from eating a dish

with the deep red liquid, such as Pan Fried Spicy Octopus ($15.95). Fresh octopus is sauteed with zucchini, onion, carrots and that flavorful sweatproducing sauce.

Obviously, this space isn’t large enough to list all the menu favorites at Million. No worries.

Just ask a friend, a coworker, an auntie or uncle, or just some random person on the street.

They’ve all been to the inimate restaurant on the small back street that produces some of the best Korean food on Oahu. @ WARD

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SUN-THURS 6:30AM-10PM • FRI-SAT 6:30AM-11PM

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Panda Cuisine owner John Liang; Live Dungeness Crab $9.99 per pound, Dungeness Crab Combo $49.99); and Crispy Char Siu ($11.99) Nathalie Walker photos

BY JAIMIE KIM

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nter the doors of Panda Cuisine and see what’s cooking, literally. You will be greeted with tanks of live lobster, crabs, clams and other seafood assortments. The restaurant, which has been

under new ownership for a little more than a year, is a fresh seafood haven with a combination of regional Chinese flavors.

“Whatever people order, we fresh-catch from the tank and show them to

WHERE 641 Keeaumoku St., Honolulu CALL 947.1688 HOURS 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. daily

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Chicken Salad w/Oriental Dressing 4 TYPES OF DIM SUM (BBQ Pork, Chive Dumpling, Pork Hash, Seafood Dumpling) Beef & Broccoli Kalua Short Ribs Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetables Minute Chicken Fried Noodle DESSERT: Almond Float

make sure it’s the right size; they can choose whatever they want,” says manager Cindy Lee, who runs the restaurant with husband Chris and co-owner Jason Liang.

Live Dungeness Crab ($9.99 per pound) is steamed and served with your choice of one of many different sauce options.

Lee recommends trying it

with the Panda house special sauce, which includes fish sauce, butter, fresh chili, basil and green onion.

For something a little more filling, and made to be shared with at least one other person, the Dungeness Crab Combo ($49.99) is a more than generous portion of food.

The dish includes snow

crab, clams, shrimp, mussel, corn and fried noodles, with your choice of sauce.

A newer menu item growing in popularity is the Crispy Char Siu ($11.99). Unlike the typical way char siu is prepared, the outside of the pork belly is crisped before it is served, adding a unique flavor and unexpected texture.

And if you stop in for lunch, served daily from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., you’ll have 79 dishes to choose from, and all at the price of $7.99. Items from the lunch special menu are served with the soup of the day and steamed rice.

CHRISTMAS BUFFETS Tuesday, December 25th

BRUNCH/ LUNCH BUFFET

8:30a.m. - 2:00p.m.

Adults $32.95, Keikis (5-12 years old) $14.95 Salads: Peel and Eat Shrimp Fresh Poke- Assorted Salads- Lomi Lomi Salmon Entrees: Breakfast Meats- Roast Turkey-Snow Crab Legs French Toast- Waffles-Shrimp Scampi - Garlic Roasted Chicken - Honey Glazed Ham- Ehu Braised Shortribs - Baked Salmon Dynamite Action Station: Omelets Made to Order Carved Steamship Round Beef Desserts: Banana Bread Pudding with Coconut Glaze Assorted Pies & Cakes- Ice Cream with Toppings DINNER BUFFET

4:00p.m. - 8:30p.m.

Adults $36.95 , Keikis (5-12 years old) $14.95 Salads: Assorted Salads-Fresh Poke Lomi Lomi Salmon- Peel and Eat Shrimp Entrée: Shrimp Scampi Pasta- Garlic Roasted Chicken - Honey Glazed Ham- Ehu Braised Shortribs - Baked Salmon Dynamite- Roast Turkey- Snow Crab Legs Action Station: Carved Garlic Roasted Prime Rib of Beef Desserts: Banana Bread Pudding with Coconut Glaze - Apple Cobbler - Assorted Pies & Cakes- Ice Cream with Toppings - Chocolate Fountain Coffee, Tea, Soft Drinks included Menu Subject to Change Without Notice

580 Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

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The countdown is on at 53 By The Sea

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3 By The Sea hosts a New Year’s Countdown Party on New Year’s Eve featuring island tapas-style fare, cocktails, live entertainment and a spectacular view of fireworks off Waikiki.

New Year or not, dining at the new restaurant, located at 53 Ahui St. (site of the former John Dominis Restaurant), is sure to be an experience to remember.

Following renovations in excess of $16 million, the fine-dining

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people (or you can rent the entire floor fitting up to 100 people). The establishment presents majestic white limestone flooring throughout, a full bar and lounge area with an exquisite Italian-made Fazioli grand piano, and floorto-ceiling windows providing stunning views of Waikiki and Diamond Head, including an up-close look at surfers at the popular surf break Point Panic.

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Among the dishes offered on New Year’s Eve are Mahi Mahi served with a lemon butter sauce, Okinawan potato puree and a dollop of tomato sauce on top; New York Strip Steak with fresh steamed vegetables; King Crab Meat on frisee salad with chives, ikura and lilikoi puree; and an assortment of seafood — Maine lobster, ahi poke, kampachi

WHERE 53 Ahui St., Honolulu CALL 536.5353 HOURS Daily, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (lunch) 5-10 p.m. (dinner) WEBSITE 53ByTheSea.com

sashimi with grapefruit and seared scallops.

Open for lunch and dinner daily, the New Year’s Countdown Party will take place from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Individual tickets cost $250, and VIP tables for six guests is priced at $2,500. There also are VIP private rooms ranging from $10,000 to $15,000, and an Ultra VIP room at $30,000.

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EMAIL reservation@53ByTheSea.com

regional cuisine restaurant opened in September and provides a luxurious setting from the moment you pull into the courtyard.

As you enter through the large palace-like double wooden doors, it’s like you’ve stepped into another world. A grand staircase leads to the second floor of private rooms that can be reserved for parties of 10 to 60

2 Assortment of seafood appetizers at 53 By The Sea New York Strip Steak with fresh steamed vegetables 53 By The sea offers exquisite viewa Mahi Mahi with lemon butter sauce and Okinawan potato puree and a dollop of tomato sauce Nathalie Walker photos

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525-8585 Monday-Sunday 10:30am to 9:00pm 1055 Alakea Street FREE PARKING Mon-Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun www.themandalayhawaii.com

BUFFET 10:30AM & 12:30PM

featuring… a variety of Hong Kong Style Dim Sum

• Pork Hash • Shrimp w/ Nori Roll • Mochi Rice in Lotus Leaf • Egg Flower Soup • Haupia Gelatin Cake • Fresh Fruits • and much more

5:00PM & 7:00PM

featuring… Prime Rib • Roasted Pig • Snow Crab Legs • Peking Duck w/ Bun • Shrimp Cocktail • Stir Fried Entrees • Soup • Salad • and much more

Adults $21.99 • Senior (60+) $17.99 Adults $28.99 • Senior (60+) $24.99 Children (3-12) $13.99 Children (3-12) $17.99

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Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

KITCHEN INSIDER lways wonder what goes on behind the scenes at your favorite restaurant? Well, much credit goes to the many chefs, owners and managers who work diligently day in and day out to make sure Hawaii’s diners have a top-notch dining experience.

This week, Dining Out gets the inside scoops from Jade Dynasty’s general manager Gary Chan, who gives us a little taste of Jade Dynasty and shares just what fuels his culinary drive.

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Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd, #4220 947.8818 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. daily

Name Gary Chan Title General Manager of Jade Dynasty Training/education 25 years in the restaurant industry

Who or what inspires you as a chef/manager/owner? I used to work at the Chinese restaurant inside Miramar Hotel, and the chef at that time was the No. 1 chef in Hong Kong. His cooking and management skills were good, and yet he remained very humble and friendly to everyone. He became my idol instantly.

If you could serve food to a celebrity, who would it be and why? What dish would you serve?

The Secretary General of China. I think that’s a dream for all Chinese restaurant workers/owners. We did serve the Chief Administrator of Hong Kong at Jade Dynasty before. is so rich and distinctive. I never What is your favorite dish on the have experienced something similar menu? Why? Smoked Chicken to that in the Islands. with Chrysanthemum Flavor is my most favorite dish because the taste Is there a dish that you create

that’s not on your menu, but available upon request? Crab with Mochi Rice in Lotus Leaf. It’s not on our regular menu, but if people request it, we can create it.

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Open Christmas Eve & Day

Featuring Jazz pianist, vocalist and composer Maggie Herron. Her previous experience includes songwriting and performing for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, extensive performances throughout the West Coast, Pacific Northwest and Hawaii.

Roast Turkey For the Holidays!

BENTO $11.95 Reg. $15.95

CHOICE of TWO:

SHRIMP SPECIAL $9.25

$92.95

Open

Reg. $11.95 New Year’s • (2) Big Shrimp & (2) Veg. Tempura Eve & Day • (3) Big Shrimp • Chicken Katsu • (4) Veg. Tempura • Chicken, Beef or Pork Teriyaki • Tsukemono • Miso Butterfish • Miso Soup & Rice • Chicken Kagaage • Tea $10.25 ON $12.95 ON DEC. 24, 25, 31, JAN 1 INCLUDES: MISO SOUP, TOFU, GYOZA, SALAD & TEA DEC. 24, 25, 31, JAN 1 OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH 11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner

100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza)

LIVE JAZZ

536-3035

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Call 677-7744 To Order.

Pick up on Christmas Day at A Catered Experience at 94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

Reheating instructions for fixings included.

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Lobster King ne of the best gifts you can give the chief cook and bottle washer in your life is a break from the kitchen during holiday get-togethers.

Gathering for a special meal in a great restaurant is fun, but deciding on the perfect venue that will please everyone

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in your party, including vegetarians, sometimes can be a bit difficult.

Lobster King — yes, really — actually has an ample selection of vegetarian dishes, which makes it an excellent venue for group dining. The welcoming, comfortable ambiance and diverse menu are just the tick-

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(Lower Level) Formerly in Aina Haina Shopping Center

another spicy option. “That’s really good,” says Kim. Vegetables Served with Iceberg Lettuce Wrap ($9.95) is a fun concept.

“When vegetarians come in, they order this one,” she says. “People like that.”

As its name implies, chopped vegetables including carrots, choy sum, baby corn, water chestnuts, onions — “all kinds of mixed vegetables,” notes Kim — are served with iceberg lettuce leaves for wrapping up all that veggie goodness.

And if your Chinese meal isn’t complete without noodles, just ask for a vegetarian version of chow mein or chow fun.

Of course, Lobster King is known for its fresh crustaceans, and offers a holiday party menu that feeds 10-12 people.

The nine-course meal costs $188 and includes three live lobsters for those seafood lovers in your life. Call for details.

Tuesday, Dec. 25

with purchase of mini plate

Kaimuki Shopping Center 734-8232

HOURS Open daily, 11 a.m.-3 a.m.

CHRISTMAS DAYBUFFET

FREE MANDOO* with purchase of regular plate

CALL 944.8288

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et for a fun family holiday celebration.

Along with all that seafood, Lobster King knows a thing or two about vegetables, and owner June Kim is happy to recommend a few customer favorites.

Fried rice is always a crowd-pleaser, and even carnivores won’t miss the meat in Lobster King’s egg-free Vegetable Fried Rice ($9.25).

Jai ($9.95) or Monk’s Style Mixed Vegetables, is a favorite for Chinese New Year, but Lobster King offers it all year round.

You can’t go wrong with stir-fry, and Lobster King offers a variety for nonmeat eaters. Stir-fried Bean with Garlic Sauce ($9.95) is healthy and full of garlicky goodness, and if green beans don’t do it for you, there are spinach and watercress dishes prepared in the same style.

To spice up your meal, Meatless Sauteed Szechwan Eggplant ($9.95) is a savory favorite, and Kim assures vegetarians that no oyster sauce is used in its preparation. Stir-fried Ong Choy with Chili and Bean Curd Sauce ($9.95) is

Owner June Kim with Vegetables Served with Iceberg Lettuce Wrap ($9.95) ABOVE Deep-Fried Tofu ($10.50)

Korean Hibiscus BBQ

WHERE 1380 S. King St., Honolulu

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RESTAURANT & PUPU BAR

Tues-Sun 5p-Midnight • Closed Monday LUNCH Tues-Sun 11am-2pm

3008 Waialae Ave. 259-7100

905 Keeaumoku Street

OPEN Daily 5pm - 2am

(808) 951-1004

EXPIRES 12/31/12

30% OFF

Private Rooms for Private Parties • Gift Certificates available

WITH RESERVATIONS. DINE IN ONLY.

Fettuccine Tutta Dal Mare

Lobster & crab not valid with offer. Coupon expires 12/22/12

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hile desserts are often eaten at the end of your meal, Larry’s Bakery in Salt Lake makes treats so irresistibly yummy that you won’t feel bad making a sweet faux pas before dinner.

All the holiday delectables will put you and your tummy in good spirits, while giving you great gift options for friends, family or coworkers.

Larry’s Bakery is proud to introduce its ChristmasShaped Lilikoi Loaf ($19.95), and according to co-owner Iris Yafuso, it’s the perfect gift to give this holiday season.

“A lot of companies are giving it to clients, or for

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when they go to people’s homes,” she says, also noting that the staff can write a personalized message atop the pastry. “We have it in a regular loaf style, like a pound cake, but we put it in the shape of a Christmas

tree for the season.”

There also is a regular loaf style available that resembles a pound cake.

But for Christmas, Larry’s really gets into the holiday spirit and creates it in the shape of a festive tree.

Nothing really says holidays like the jolly colors of the lights and gift wrapping paper, and the Christmas Color Butter Loaf ($6.50) fits the jovial mood.

“The Christmas Color Butter Bread we actually do year round, with different colors each holiday,” says Yafuso of the highly requested Christmas item.

“This is always popular.”

The dough is braided

before being baked, which gives it that unique look, and Yafuso says these loaves are perfect for Halloween (black and orange) or even Easter (pastels), as well.

If you’re like many locals on the island, it’s hard to forget the palm leaves Larry’s Bakery served up in the past. And just for the holidays, the establishment is coming out with Mini Palm Leaves (six pieces, $2.50). These little delights normally are put into the gift baskets, but they’re also available a la carte (which means you can snack on them at your convenience).

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busy creating lots of gift baskets and Christmas cookies, and there’s no doubt Larry’s puts a lot of tender-loving care in each and every pastry. So, make sure to order in advance and take some of that family-style TLC with you to all your holiday get-togethers.

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From this Sunday (Dec. 16) until the end of the year, the bakery will be open from 6 a.m. to noon on Saturdays and Sundays, and from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays.

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BLUE HAWAII SUSHI BAR & RESTAURANT

Early Bird Special 4-6pm NOW SERVING OKAZUYA 5am-1pm Daily Teriyaki Chicken $7.95 Teriyaki Combo (Steak & Chicken) $10.95 Fish of the Day $7.95 North Shore Garlic Shrimp $9.95 Includes Miso Soup, Salad, Rice and Japanese hot tea Not valid with other offers or promotions.

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STORY BY KYLE GALDEIRA I PHOTOS BY LEAH FRIEL ust in time for the holidays, Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine is serving up a special buffet to help diners celebrate with family and friends.

The restaurant will be adding special items to its already supple buffet such as roast turkey, prepared the same way as traditional Chinese roast duck, roasted ham, as well as special beef and pork dishes to complement existing buffet favorites such as snow crab legs, salt and pepper shrimp, steamed fish fillet with a ginger onion soy sauce and mussels in a black bean and basil sauce. And, as general manager James Ching explains, the special holiday buffet also will include Ho Ho’s “famous” pumpkin custard pie, which has become a seasonal favorite of those visiting the Kapolei eatery this time of year.

The special holiday buffet will be available Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day for $12.95 at lunch and $19.95 for dinner (children’s prices are discounted according to height, and those under the age of 3 eat for free).

“The roast turkey is cooked in the oven with fire, just like roast duck hanging in the windows of Chinatown,” says Ching when describing the centerpiece of the much-anticipated holiday buffet. “It’s tasty and juicy, and the skin is nice and crispy. We still have salt and pepper shrimp available on the buffet, too, as well as honey lemon mayo shrimp.”

At the Kapolei eatery, authentic Chinese food is fused with local-style preparation techniques, and customers can choose from numerous selections served up on the all-you-can-eat buffet, or order specific favorites a la carte.

The eatery, which gets its name from the Cantonese phrase for “very good,” or “nice,” is well-known for its salt and pepper shrimp.

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“It’s been the most popular since we opened in 2004,” says owner Crystal Chan of the salt– and-pepper style that also incorporates garlic and other flavorful accents surrounding the deep-fried delicacies. “The customers like it very much, they don’t want us to change!”

The shrimp and snow crab legs headline Ho Ho’s traditional dinner buffet, which gets

HO HO CHINESE CUISINE 590 FARRINGTON HWY., KAPOLEI 692.9880 LUNCH BUFFET SERVED DAILY, 10 A.M. TO 2:30 P.M. DINNER AVAILABLE 5 TO 9 P.M., SUNDAY THROUGH THURSDAY, AND 5 TO 10 P.M., FRIDAY AND SATURDAY MANAPUA SERVED MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY STARTING AT 6 A.M., AND 8 A.M. ON SUNDAYS, AT THE FRONT COUNTER

under way nightly at 5 p.m. The spread features a wide range of selections including the extremely popular fried chicken wings, walnut shrimp and steamed sea bass with ginger onion and soy sauce, and is priced at an economical $17.95 Monday through Thursday nights, and $19.95 Friday through Sunday evenings.

Additionally, selected items are available on Ho Ho’s lunch buffet that is served from 10

a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily, and is light on the wallet at just $9.95 Monday through Friday, and $11.95 on weekends.

“You get good food at a good price, I don’t think you can find another dinner buffet like this for under $20 like we offer,” says Ching, who notes that the recent economic downturn has been hard on the local community. Despite the increases in food cost because of a host of uncontrollable factors, Ho Ho’s prices have remained affordable, and loyal customers keep coming back for more. “We combine local touches with traditional Hong Kong-style cooking to keep a unique touch on our recipes.

We also offer a lot of free parking and a nice view of Kapolei.”

Ho Ho’s offers a full a la carte menu, along with favorites from the buffet, as well as a host of other dishes, including everything from roasted duck ($9.95 half, $19.95 whole) to an assortment of noodle plates such as the mixed seafood chow min with vegetables ($8.95) and oyster sauce chicken chow mein ($7.50).

Customers are encouraged to call ahead for large party reservations as special group discounts are available for the buffet and individual dishes. Ho Ho’s buffet makes it easy for groups, as the food stays hot and fresh as diners arrive in waves — the perfect solution for that favorite cousin or uncle who operates on Hawaiian Time.

And, for those looking for a quick bite in the morning, Ho Ho’s opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and 8 a.m. Sundays, and offers an assortment of freshly-made Manapua. The eatery serves up both baked ($1.35) and steamed ($1.25) Manapua, and also offers local favorites including shrimp dumplings, pork hash and half moons.

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Shrimp with Garlic and Look Funn.

Priced at $13.99, this restaurant favorite is available any time and features a plate full of look fun noodles doused in a housespecial shoyu sauce and topped with seven morsels of juicy shrimp adorned with flavorful pieces of minced garlic and green onion.

And Canton Seafood does all the work for you, each shrimp is already sliced in half, so all you have to do is peel off the shell and enjoy.

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Large shrimp on a bed of pasta with fresh tomato, garlic & feta

Honey Walnut Shrimp $$7.95

soaked in the delicious broth. Max’s of Manila makes pure magic with each and every bowl. So, the next time you find yourself at the restaurant, tucked away in a booth with a hot, steaming bowl of Sinigang in front of you — really, all you need is a spoon, fork and, most of all, an appetite and you’re good to go! What can I say? Max’s of Manila makes me happy!

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its renowned Max’s Fried Chicken, to Canton Seafood Restaurant name a few. Yet, if you consider yourself 923 Keeaumoku St., Honolulu more of a seafood connoisseur, indulge in a 955.3388 traditional Filipino soup, Sinigang, and request to have it with shrimp (pork and milkfish are other options). Shrimp Sinigang ($9.25 regular, $15.50 large) is a Max’s of Manila Transport your taste buds to the must-try, and is a tangy tamarind soup, perPhilippines without leaving the comfort of fect for the winter months. Assorted veghome at Max’s of Manila. Located on etables of ong choy, eggplant, long green Dillingham Boulevard and in Waipahu, beans and okra also complement the dish.

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737.1177 Dec. 31, 6-8 p.m.

3660 Waialae Ave., Kaimuki

New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet, $90

BALISTEAK&SEAFOOD 2005 Kalia Road, Waikiki

New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe Four-Course Dinner, $160-$190

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For a dazzling display of the culinary variety, 3660 on the Rise is the place to be! Its New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet features an extraordinary spread of PorciniSeared Ahi Tataki on Dry Land Pea Shoots, Tempura Lobster with Scallion Rice, Soy-Sake-Glazed Black Cod with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms, Grilled Duck Breast with Foie Gras and Lentil Ragout, and Fire-Roasted Beef Tenderloin with Yukon Gold Potatoes and Virginia Ham. For the piece de resistance, choose from Raspberry Napoleon, Chocolate Filo Sheets with Marscapone Mousse and fresh berries.

949.4321 First Seating: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m.; Second Seating: 8:15 p.m., 8:30 p.m., 9 p.m. hiltonhawaiianvillage.com

Chef Alleshouse brings you only the freshest and the finest ingredients in his New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe Four-Course Dinner. The banquet at Bali starts with your choice of Slow-Roasted Opah Belly, accompanied by American Sturgeon Caviar or Prosciutto De Parma paired with local melon, figs and Nalo Farms baby basil. Next, choose from Seared Foie Gras with Pineapple and Maui Onion Chutney or Ginger Salt-Crusted Hawaiian Ahi. Your main entrée will be a choice of a 6 oz. Filet Mignon & Lobster Ravioli, a 10 oz.

Prime New York Strip and more.

AZURERESTAURANT 2259 Kalakaua Ave., The Royal Hawaiian, Waikiki

Five-Course Prix-Fixe New Year’s Eve Dinner, Adults $195; Three-Course Children’s Menu, Children (5-12) $45

BEACHHOUSEATTHEMOANA 2365 Kalakaua Ave., Moana Surfrider, Waikiki

New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe Dinner, $100-$185

921.4600 Daily, 5:30-9 p.m. royal-hawaiian.com

Do all your champagne-popping at Azure Restaurant this season with its Five-Course Prix-Fixe New Year’s Eve Dinner. There also is a Three-Course Children’s Menu for little ones to enjoy. It includes Kuahiwi Ranch-Braised Short Ribs, Poached Kona Lobster, and Black Magic Spiced Hawaiian Ahi, as well as sides such as Manila Clam Cappuccino and Grilled White Prawn with Anchovy and Marrow Butter. Then indulge your sweet tooth with Warm Waialua Chocolate Cake. Yum!

921.4600 First Seating 5:30-7:30 p.m., Second Seating 8:30-10:30 p.m. beachhousewaikiki.com

Relax at Beachhouse at the Moana while also getting a glimpse of the fireworks! Its New Year’s Eve Prix-Fixe Dinner features Wagyu New York Strip with Brussels Sprouts, Glazed Onions and Sauce Bordelaise; Marinated Duck Breast and Duck Leg Confit with Foie Gras Sauce, Braised Greens and Okinawan Potato Puree; and Crispy Onaga with Roasted Hamakua Mushrooms, Saffron Mussels, Shrimp Toast and Tomato Broth. Choose from such sides as Ahi Carpaccio or Kona Lobster Bisque, then finish off this perfect meal of the old year with Chocolate Truffles and a Dessert Salon.

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BLUEHAWAIISUSHIBAR&RESTAURANT

No need to slave behind a hot stove during the holiday rush: Big City Diner’s Holiday BIG Meals-ToGo will give you a fantastic New Year’s break! This complete package feeds 8-12 people and includes Fresh Garden Salad with organic Mesclun and Roma tomato, Flame-Broiled Boneless Kalbi topped with roasted sesame and green onion, real Korean-style kimchee, roasted sweet corn and green peas with real butter, your choice of steamed white or brown rice with furikake, and to cap it all off, Big Island Macadamia Nut Bread Pudding topped with Haupia Creme Sauce! Get a big start to the New Year at Big City Diner!

1140 Kuala St., #104, Pearl City

Dynamite, $6.95 (regular $7.95)

456.2128 Monday-Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Blue Hawaii Sushi Bar & Restaurant’s Dynamite is the perfect explosive starter for the new year! It features mushrooms and zucchini served in a casserole with a layer of scallops and shrimp, then baked to perfection until golden brown. The dish also features the signature creamy Dynamite sauce, which includes mayonnaise, tobiko, shoyu and lemon. It’s on special for the holidays, so get it while you can!

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CRABCITY 3441 Waialae Ave., Kaimuki

Holiday Special, prices vary

780.3115 Daily, 11 a.m.-midnight

Crab City in Kaimuki wants to make your New Year’s extra festive with two seafood Holiday Specials! Special No. 1: purchase one Crab City Special Combo #1 or #2 and get an extra portion of lobster, Dungeness crab or snow crab for half off! Special No. 2: purchase two Crab City Special Combos #1 or #2 and get an extra portion of lobster, Dungeness crab or snow crab for half off and receive a complimentary half-dozen live oysters! And that’s nothing to crab about.

HIMALAYANKITCHEN 1137 11th Ave., Kaimuki

Chicken Pikka Makhani, $14.95

Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu, during Happy Hour (4-6 p.m., 9:30 p.m.-closing) $16.95, during regular hours $28.95

For those end-of-the year grilling parties without all the hassle, get Good To Grill’s Prime Rib Platter or its Takeout and Party Platters! The Prime Rib Platter feeds 10 and includes Prime Rib with au jus and horseradish, your choice of Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Potato Salad, plus green salad, sauteed vegetables or grilled vegetables.

Check out the website for great prices and great selections. And, the restaurant also delivers!

Prime Rib Platter, Takeout and Party Platters, $99.99

HOHOCHINESECUISINE 735.1122 Lunch: Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Dinner: nightly, 5-10 p.m.

Get an Indian/Nepalese start to the new year with Himalayan Kitchen’s Chicken Pikka Makhani!

It’s succulent chicken that’s grilled in a tandoori oven, then simmered in an onion-tomato-creambased sauce with a light touch of the chef’s special herb spices and served with basmati rice. Polish it all off with exotic Himalayan FourSpice Chocolate Ice Cream!

ICHIRIKIJAPANESENABERESTAURANT 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea; 510 Piikoi St., #102, Ala Moana

734.7345 Daily, 11a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Breakfast: Saturday-Sunday, 811a.m. goodtogrill.com

888 Kapahulu Ave., Suite 170, Safeway Kapahulu Shopping Center

Aiea: 424.2222 Lunch: Daily, 11a.m.-3 p.m.

Dinner: Monday-Thursday, 4-11 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 4 p.m.-midnight; Sundays, 4-10 p.m.

Ala Moana: 589.2299 Lunch: Daily, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Dinner: Sunday-Thursday, 4-11 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 4 p.m.midnight ichirikinabe.com

Just in time for the holidays, Ichiriki Japanese Nabe Restaurant has the perfect New Year’s Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu for you! It consists of 5 melt-in-your-mouth ounces of thinly sliced Kobe Beef, served with an assorted vegetable platter and rice. Akemashite omedetou (Happy New Year)!

692.9880 Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

590 Farrington Hwy., A-535, Kapolei

To get the new year off to a gala start, head on down to Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine for its special holiday menu featuring an onolicious Roast Turkey, Ham and Seafood Buffet! Choose from succulent Roasted Turkey, Ham, Snow Crab Legs, Salt-Pepper Shrimp, Honey-Lemon Maya Shrimp and Steamed Fish Fillet with ginger and onion sauce.

Custard or Pumpkin Pie could be your firecracker dessert ending to a delish meal!

Holiday Menu, Lunch $12.95, Dinner $19.95

ILLUPINOTRATTORIA&WINEBAR 922.3400 Monday-Wednesday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Thursday-Sunday, 8 a.m.2 a.m illupino.com

2233 Kalakaua Ave., Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg. B, Level 1, Waikiki

Il Lupino Trattoria & Wine Bar features an Italian extravaganza of Three Special Entrees for you this New Year’s: Prime Rib (served with potato puree, au jus and horseradish cream), Seafood Lasagna (layered with scallops, shrimp, spinach, corn and topped with a butter-poached lobster), and Mushroom Risotto with Wild Mushrooms and Fresh White Truffles.

Three Special Entrees, varies from $40-$60

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INFERNO’SWOODFIREPIZZA 375.1200 Daily, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. infernospizzahawaii.com

1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Second Floor, Ward Centre

JAPENGO 2424 Kalakaua Ave., Hyatt Regency Waikiki Beach Resort and Spa, Third Floor, Ewa Tower

If you’d like a more casual celebration with your friends this year, try Inferno’s Wood Fire Pizza’s Ring in 2013 with a Margherita special! This super pizza concoction includes fresh mozzarella cheese, fresh tomatoes and fresh basil, and you can add a side of salad or gelato for dessert. There’s nothing like pizza to welcome in 2013!

Grilled Filet Mignon and Tempura Kona Kampachi, Adults $135; Children (6-12) 50 percent off; Children (5 and under) free

Ring in 2013 with a Margherita, $15

JJBISTRO&FRENCHPASTRY 3447 Waialae Ave., Kaimuki

New Year’s Specials: Tristan Lobster Tail Pad Thai $18.95, Four-Course Meal $24.70

739.0993 Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. jjfrenchpastry.com

JJ has pulled two magical New Year’s Specials out of his chef’s hat for you: Tristan Lobster Tail Pad Thai (Whole Tristan Lobster Tail on Pad Thai Noodles with a special Citrus XO Sauce); and his lavish Four-Course Meals (any eight entrees — Baked Classic Hen, Baked Salmon, Fisherman Potpie, Sea Scallop Napoleon, Asian Classic, Seafood Brioche, Cheese Ravioli with Lobster, and Baked Opakapaka — then choose from Soup of the Day, Appetizer of the Day, and any dessert in the showcase)! Have a Happy New Year, JJ-style!

KEO’STHAICUISINE

2255 Kalakaua Ave., Sheraton Waikiki, Waikiki

Plantation Nights New Year's Eve Celebration, $89-$249 depending on seating

1841 Ala Moana Blvd., Waikiki

Chef Keo Sananikone has cooked up an exquisite stir fry featuring fresh crab with basil, chili, bamboo shoots, garlic, shallot, kirfir lime leaves, along with the chef’s top-of-the-line spices, and he’s named it Thai Soft Shell Crab with Basil, Chili and Bamboo Shoots!

What better way to kick off the new year than at Keo's?

Thai Soft Shell Crab with Basil, Chili and Bamboo Shoots, $24.95

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Japengo in Hyatt Regency Waikiki has dished up an exotic combination Japanese/Western New Year’s repast for you this holiday: Grilled Filet Mignon (with enoki, bacon, black soy demi and edamame), Tempura Kona Kampachi (with bonito, negi and lobster sauce), a Sushi Sampler (including tengu, red dragon and blackened ahi), Scallop Butter Yaki (with black tobiko and shiso leaf), and a Red and White Sashimi Salad (including maguro, hamachi, Maui onions, ponzu and hasu chips). Even the dessert will tickle your taste buds: Shiratama Sundae (with mochi, kuromitsu and green tea ice cream)!

921.4600 First Seating 6 p.m.; Second Seating 9 p.m., includes access to New Year’s Eve party and a glass of champagne; Outside Seating 9:30 p.m., includes premium seating to view fireworks, access to New Year’s Eve party and bottle of champagne (one bottle per eight people in party) kaimarket.com

Kai Market has created a plush Plantation Nights New Year’s Eve Celebration for you and yours!

Get access to fireworks/a party/champagne, in addition to luscious entrees such as Alaea Salt-Crusted Slow-Roasted Prime Rib, Miso-Marinated Butterfish, Steamed Alaskan Snow Crab Legs, and Whole Roasted Suckling Baby Pig, and more.

KOBEJAPANESESTEAKHOUSE 951.9355 Dinner 5-10 p.m. keosthaicuisine.com

2028 Kuhio Ave., Waikiki

KAIMARKET

237.6180 Daily, 5-10:30 p.m. waikiki.hyatt.com

941.4444 Lounge open from 5 p.m., dinner served daily, 5:30-10 p.m. honolulukobe.com

For a New Year’s extravaganza done up Japanese-style, check out Kobe Japanese Steak House’s Holiday Feast, a true banquet consisting of a fourpiece California Roll and two pieces of Grilled Shrimp for the appetizer, then stir-fried right in front of you — a 6 oz. Calamari Steak grilled with butter and a hint of lemon, 4 oz. of Scallops, and a 3-4 oz. Lobster Tail, and finally, a 5 oz. Sirloin Steak!

The Holiday Feast, $75 (souvenir photo included with purchase, $12 value)

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KOREANHIBISCUSBBQ 3221 Waialae Ave., #A-4, Kaimuki Shopping Center

Bi Bim Bap (32-oz. takeout bowl), $8.50

734.8232 Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Keeaumoku (at Walmart); Pearl City (by Walmart); Moiliili (by Old Stadium Park); Kahala Mall (by McDonald’s); Pearlridge Shopping Center (Phase II, Mall Level)

Welcome in the new year with Korean Hibiscus BBQ’s special Bi Bim Bap, a traditional Korean dish and a well-balanced meal all in one bowl. A bed of seasoned "hapa rice" (brown plus white) is first topped with five colorful Korean-style vegetables (green choi sum, green/white head cabbage, red spicy soy bean sprouts, brown/white mung bean sprouts and pink/white shredded pickled daikon), and then topped with the popular Bulgogi, or requested Barbecue Chicken and a fried egg with special Korean hot sauce. It’s a healthy and hearty New Year’s starter!

LARRY’SBAKERY 4369 Lawehana St., #3, Salt Lake

KOZOSUSHIHAWAII

Fantastic for New Year’s gatherings, Kozo Sushi Hawaii offers the best traditional and island-style party plates with the freshest tastes in town! Its Deluxe Maki Set contains a generous 52 pieces of Inari Sushi (four pieces), Maki Sushi (24 pieces) and Hosomaki Sushi (24 pieces of cucumber, kanpyo, ume, shinko, tekka or natto). Simply ono!

Deluxe Maki Set, $25.99

LOCOMOCODRIVEINN 422.0059 Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-1 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m.-noon; Holiday Hours: Dec. 30-31, 6 a.m.-noon; closed Jan. 1-3. larrysbakery.com

423.8228 Daily, 8 a.m.-9 p.m.

930 Valkenburgh St., #205, Moanalua Shopping Center, Moanalua

Larry’s Bakery is baking up the best New Year’s cakes, cookies and mochi for you! Try its seasonally inspired cakes and cookies decorated with the Year of the Snake design, kasane mochi design cookies, or holiday baskets and assorted butter mochi. You won’t break any New Year’s pledges against sweets if you don’t make any!

Party pans, any five pans $99.99 (one choice must be Rice or Macaroni Salad); or 20 percent off all party pans

New Year’s Items, prices vary

MAKINOCHAYAAIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea

All-You-Can-Eat Buffet, Lunch $19.98, Dinner $27.98

Call specific locations for hours of operation. kozosushihawaii.net

Got a big end-of-the-year party to cater? Then Loco Moco Drive Inn in Moanalua Shopping Center should be your one-stop shop for New Year’s! The restaurant offers more than 26 types of party pans consisting of kamaaina favorites such as Chicken Katsu, Mochiko/Garlic Chicken, Barbecue Shortribs, Mahi Mahi, and Kalua Pig and Cabbage.

Choose from small (serves 8 to 10), medium (serves 15 to 20) or large (serves 25 to 30) pans.

Go local at Loco Moco Drive Inn!

MITSU-KENOKAZU&CATERING 486.5100 Lunch: Daily, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Dinner: Daily, 5:30-8 p.m.

Celebrate the New Year in style with Makino Chaya Aiea’s super seafood selection! For dinner, its All-You-Can-Eat Buffet features King Crab, Snow Crab, Soft Shell Crab, Miso Butterfish, Lobster, Furikake-Crusted Ahi, Shrimp Tempura, Manila Clams, 30 kinds of sushi and Teppanyaki Steak.

Lunch has a similar, but smaller selection. And you can’t beat the finishing choices, including JJ Bistro desserts, a chocolate fountain and fresh fruits. With so much plenty, 2013 will certainly be lucky at Makino Chaya Aiea!

1223 N. School St., Kalihi

848.5573 Tuesday-Saturday, 5 a.m.-1 p.m.; Breakfast ends promptly at 10:30 a.m.

Make one of your New Year’s resolutions a hearty Breakfast Deluxe or Breakfast Deluxe Combo from Mitsu-Ken Okazu & Catering! The Breakfast Deluxe includes two scoops of fried rice, two eggs (any style), two strips of bacon, and three pieces of Portuguese sausage; add three pieces of garlic chicken to turn it into a Breakfast Deluxe Combo. That’s one resolution you should keep.

Breakfast Deluxe, $5.50; Breakfast Deluxe Combo, $7.50

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NAPOLEON’SBAKERY Located at all Zippy’s Locations on Oahu and Maui

December Featured Items, prices vary at locations

New Year’s Eve: all bakeries close at 5 p.m.

New Year’s Day: Ala Moana, Koko Marina and Pearlridge open 8 a.m.; Ewa, Kahala, Kaneohe, Kapolei, Makiki, Mililani, Vineyard and Waiau open 10 a.m.; all others closed napoleonsbakery.com

Indulge in a sweet ending to 2012 at Napoleon’s Bakery! Pick up a Red Velvet Cake (8-inch round cake, $19.15) or Gingerbread Snack Cake ($1.10) for your family get-together. You can also order a custom Red Velvet Sheet Cake with three days’ advance notice for plain sheet cakes (full cake $102.75), and five days for decorated cakes (decorations additional charge).

Sinful, but there’s always the new year to be good ...

PAESANORISTORANTEITALIANO 2752 Woodlawn Drive, Manoa; 98-1277 Kaahumanu St., Waimalu

Paesano Crab Cake Salad, $21.90

Manoa: 988.5923 Lunch: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner: Daily, 5-9 p.m.

Waimalu: 485.8883 Lunch: Daily, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner: Daily, 5-9 p.m. paesanohawaii.com

Paesano’s Crab Cake Salad will make your year go out with a bang! This dish features two scrumptious homemade crab cakes over a bed of mixed greens and romaine lettuce, topped with pickled vegetables, grape tomatoes, black olives and spicy peperoncini, then tossed with homemade creamy Italian dressing! Let the fireworks begin!

PANYABAKERY&EXPRESS

2169 Kalia Rd., Waikiki

Stuffed Maine Lobster in Puff Pastry, $58.50; Kahuku Prawns and Ruby Grapefruit Salad, $13.50; Maui Gold Pineapple Cheesecake, $9.50

PAGODAFLOATINGRESTAURANT 1525 Rycroft St., Makiki

Pagoda Floating Brunch and Dinner Buffets: New Year's Brunch Buffet, Adults $39.95, Children (5-8) $19.95; New Year's Dinner Buffet, Adults $45.95, Children (5-8) $21.95

RAINBOWLANAI 946.6388 Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. panyagroup.com

1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #2054, Ala Moana Center

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Before all the fireworks begin, relax at Ocean House in Waikiki with a decadent repast of Stuffed Maine Lobster and Blue Crab Meat baked in puff pastry with Alii Mushroom Champagne Cream Sauce and served with HoneyGlazed Carrots and Sautéed Julienne Leeks, or Kahuku Prawns and Ruby Grapefruit Salad, served with local-farmed watercress with a creamy lemon pepper dressing finished with roasted macadamia nuts. The perfect ending to this perfect meal is with Maui Gold Pineapple Cheesecake served with chunky Maui Gold Pineapple sauce!

948.8356 Hours: New Year’s Brunch: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; New Year’s Dinner 4-9:30 p.m.; Breakfast Hours: Daily, 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Lunch Hours: MondayFriday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; Brunch Buffet Hours: Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Dinner Buffet Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 5-9:30 p.m. pagodahawaii.com

The koi and the waterfalls at Pagoda Floating Restaurant may seem peaceful, but your appetite will be popping once you get a load of its New Year’s Brunch and Dinner Buffets! Just a small sampling of what you have to choose from are Ozoni Soup, Tofu & Watercress Salad, Ahi Inamona Poke, Oysters on the Half Shell, Fresh Island Sashimi, Roasted Prime Rib of Beef and more.

949.4321 Daily, 5-9:30 p.m. hiltonhawaiianvillage.com

2005 Kalia Road, Waikiki

In time for the new year, Panya Bakery & Express has created Homemade Shortbread Cookies with hand-decorated Chinese greetings just for you! They’re the greatest gift for your island friends at home or away, and will certainly bring you good luck in the new year! Each cookie is individually sealed and can be purchased separately or arranged in a Panya Gift Box finished with a decorative holiday touch.

Chinese New Year Shortbread Cookies, $3.95 and up

923.2277 Breakfast: 7-11 a.m.

Dinner: 5-10 p.m. oceanhousewaikiki.com

New Year's Eve Dinner Buffet, Adults $59, Children (12 and under) $29

Rainbow Lanai’s New Year’s Eve Dinner Buffet features a replete holiday selection, only a small sampling of which includes Big Island Hearts of Palm, Orange and Roasted Fennel Salad, Charcuterie Salad, Poached Shrimp, Ahi Poke, Tako Poke, Pan-Fried Island Fish with Hauula Tomato and Caper Relish, Seared Chicken Breast with Hamakua Mushroom Sauce, Roast Tom Turkey, Steamed Snow Crab Legs, Prime Rib of Beef and more. An array of desserts include Chestnut Cake, Eggnog Panna Cotta and Cranberry Cheesecake, to name a few.

newyear’sspecial ROMANO’SMACARONIGRILL Romano’s Macaroni Grill-Oahu, Ala Moana Center Romano’s Macaroni Grill-Big Island, Queen’s Market Place

Romano’s Macaroni Grill New Year’s 2013 Menu

Reservations suggested: Oahu 356.8300, 356.8810; Big Island (808) 443.5515 Ala Moana Center: New Year's Eve, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Waikoloa: New Year's Eve & New Year's Day, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. macaronigrill.com

Oahu: Restaurant Row, Waikiki Beach Walk; Maui: Lahaina Center, The Shops at Wailea; Big Island: The Shops at Mauna Lani

Each Romano’s Macaroni Grill restaurant will offer 2013 New Year’s Specials created by its talented chefs. Select entrees from the a la carte menu, including indulgent entree favorites such as Pasta DiMare, Eggplant Parmigiana and Chicken Under the Brick. For dessert, its famous Tiramisu is worth sampling.

Celebrate the spirit of giving at Romano’s Macaroni Grill in the new year!

SAKURARESTAURANT&PUPUBAR 3008 Waialae Ave., Kaimuki

RUTH’SCHRISSTEAKHOUSEHAWAII

259.7100 Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5 p.m.-midnight; Happy Hour: Tuesday-Sunday, 5-6 p.m., 9:30 p.m.-midnight

All Ruth’s Chris Steak House Hawaii restaurants will feature 2013 New Year’s Specials created by its skilled chefs. Select succulent entrees such as USDA Prime Cowboy Rib Eye, Filet, New York Strip, Fresh Island Fish, Ruth’s Chris’ Famous Barbecued Shrimp and more.

New Year's Menu

SAMCHOY'SBREAKFASTLUNCHANDCRAB 545.7979 Daily, 8 a.m.-noon samchoyhawaii.com

580 N. Nimitz Hwy., Iwilei

If for some reason you’re a bit under the weather after New Year’s Eve, head on down to Sam Choy’s Breakfast, Lunch & Crab for its special New Year’s Day "Hangover Buffet!" The sumptuous selections include Carved Roast Beef with au jus and creamy horseradish and bernaise sauce, an omelet station, Miso Soup, Saimin, Jook, Assorted Breakfast Meats, Sam's Fried Rice and more. It’s the perfect prescription for your after-holiday condition!

After all your New Year’s partying, step back and savor Sakura Restaurant’s version of a classic dessert. Enter Deconstructed Caramel Cheesecake. This decadent delicacy consists of cheesecake filling served on a bed of crumbled crust and topped off with a luscious caramel sauce. It’s brand-new for the new year at Sakura’s!

Deconstructed Caramel Cheesecake, $6

New Year's Day "Hangover Buffet," Adults $24.95, Keiki $12.95

SEKIYA'SRESTAURANT&DELICATESSEN 2746 Kaimuki Ave., Kapahulu

Marinated Fried Chicken, $13.95

732.1656 Sunday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-11 p.m. sekiyasrestaurant.com

Sekiya’s in Kapahulu has a slightly non-traditional New Year’s meal for the tasting — Marinated Fried Chicken, tender chicken marinated in a light teri sauce of shoyusugar, then deep-fried and served with a tangy daikon sauce. It comes with rice, miso soup, tsukemono and hot Japanese green tea. Add probably the best Potato Macaroni Salad around for only $2.65. It goes great with the Marinated Fried Chicken or almost any other dish!

Reservations suggested: Restaurant Row 599.3860, Waikiki Beach Walk 440.7910; Big Island: The Shops at Mauna Lani (808) 887.0800, Maui: Lahaina Center (808) 661.8815, The Shops at Wailea (808) 874.8880 All Hawaii locations: New Year's Eve, from 4 p.m.; and New Year's Day, from 5 p.m. ruthschrishawaii.com

SHIRO'SSAIMINHAVEN 488.8824 Sunday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 7 a.m.-11:30 p.m. shirossaimin.com

98-020 Kamehameha Hwy., Aiea

Perfect for the new year, celebrate with an assortment of Shiro’s local-stlye Maki, Cone, Oshi and Teppo Sushi — all packed with ono flavor! Choose from three different-sized platters for that special holiday party: small (35 pieces), medium (72 pieces) or large (125 pieces). Make Shiro’s your sushi stop this season!

Assorted Sushi Platters, Small $21.70; Medium $38.05; Large $65.70

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SWIM 2424 Kalakaua Ave., Hyatt Regency Waikiki, 3rd Floor Ewa Pool Terrace

Seafood Buffet, Adults $50; Children (6-12) $19; Children (5 and under) free

237.6395 New Year's Eve, 6-10 p.m.; Regular hours, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. waikiki.hyatt.com

2005 Kalia Road, Waikiki

For seafood this New Year’s, SWIM’s Seafood Buffet in Hyatt Regency Waikiki is where it’s at!

Select from fabulous Kauai Shrimp, Oysters, Smoked Marlin Hummus, Miso Chili-Glazed Salmon, Sesame-Roasted Chicken, and Black Lava Sea Salt-Crusted Beef Medallions! For appetizers, choose from Hirabara Farms Field Greens, Chopped Curried Chicken Salad, North Shore Succotash or Yukon Gold Potato Hash. And for fantastic finishers, opt for Coconut Guava Cake with Ginger Crème Anglaise, Lilikoi Meringue Tart and more!

WAILANACOFFEEHOUSE

Four-Course Prix-Fixe New Year’s Eve Menu, $70

901 Hausten St., Moiliili

ZPIZZA

ZIPPY’SRESTAURANTS Ward: 596.0066 Sunday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m Kailua 230.8400 Sunday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. zpizza.com

Various locations

For a fresh start to the new year, ZPizza’s got the answer with its gourmet salads! Choose from Greek, California, Pear and Gorgonzola, or ZBQ. Resolve to get healthy with a gourmet salad from ZPizza!

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952.9200 Daily, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. willowshawaii.com

Takeout party trays and platters, prices vary

New Year’s Dinner Selections, prices vary

Gourmet Salads: Greek, Small $8.25, Large $10.95; California, Small $8.25; Large $10.95; Pear & Gorgonzola, Small $8.50, Large $10.95; ZBQ, Small $8.50, Large $10.95

Enjoy the best of the Islands with Chef Kapo’s Four-Course Prix-Fixe New Year’s Eve Menu this year! Your exquisite evening will start with a Hauula Tomato Bisque, followed by your choice of Shrimp & Sea Asparagus Poke with Shaved Maui Onions, Sumida Watercress and Kona Sea Salt or Hirabara Baby Spinach Salad & Macadamia Nut Brittle. Entrees include Old Lahaina Rum and Brown Sugar Pan-Seared Salmon Steak with Crisp Sauteed Gnocchi and Ho Farm Tomatoes, or Parsley-Crusted Rack of Lamb with Island Sweet Corn and Goat Cheese Pudding and Sauteed Local Vegetables.

For all your New Year’s gatherings, The Willows Restaurant has the easy answer with its takeout party trays and platters! Choose from a slew of local favorites such as Poi Stew, Squid Luau, Ahi Poke, Tako Poke, Oxtail Stew, Chicken Karaage, Beef Luau, Kalua Pig and Cabbage, Kimchee Stew, Shoyu Pork, Chicken Long Rice or Karai Chicken Wings. You’ll be winning in the new year at The Willows!

Ring in the new year at Wailana Coffee House the entire day, starting with its Breakfast Special of Toasted English Muffin Halves topped with Smoked Ham, Turkey Breast and Poached Eggs with Hollandaise Sauce. Then return in the evening to celebrate with Chilled Champagne or House Wine, and complete dinners of New York Steak, Seafood Continental or Roast Turkey with Smoked Ham. Splendid!

1200 Ala Moana Blvd., Ward Centre; 151 Hekili St., Kailua (next to Boots & Kimo’s)

949.4321 Daily, 5-10 p.m. hiltonhawaiianvillage.com

THEWILLOWSRESTAURANT 955.1764 24/7 except Tuesday (restaurant closed 11 p.m.-6 a.m.); Jan. 1, 11 a.m.-midnight

1860 Ala Moana Blvd., Waikiki

TROPICSBAR&GRILL

Zippy’s New Year's Specials for Pre-order, Zippy’s Holiday Sushi Platter, prices vary by location, while supplies last

Zippy’s Administrative Office 973.0880 New Year’s Eve: all dine-in restaurants close 3 p.m.; all fastfood counters close 5 p.m.

New Year’s Day: Ala Moana, Koko Marina and Pearlridge open 8 a.m.; Ewa, Kahala, Kaneohe, Kapolei, Makiki, Mililani, Vineyard and Waiau open 10 a.m.; all other stores closed zippys.com

Zippy’s has you covered for all your New Year’s Specials and Holiday Sushi Platter needs! Order in advance, while supplies last!

Choose from: Konbu Maki (6pack $9.95), Namasu (Zip Meal2 lbs. $12.95), Chicken Nishime (Zip Meal-2 lbs. $12.95) or Sushi Platter (40 pieces Maki, 12 pieces Cucumber, 12 pieces Takuan and 10 pieces Inari Sushi, $26.95). Zip on down to Zippy’s for New Year's!

1 Evil Jungle Prince with Chicken (part of Set Dinner A, $34.95) 2 Crispy Fish (part of Deluxe Set Dinner B, $39.95) 3 Seafood Medley (part of Deluxe Set Dinner B, $39.95) Leah Friel photos

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f you were to say “Thai food” and “Hawaii” in the same sentence, “Let’s go to Keo’s” would likely be the phrase that follows. That’s because restaurateur and chef Keo Sananikone has stood at the epicenter of Thai cuisine since 1977. His exotic, savory and authentic flavors have made Keo’s Thai Cuisine the largest and longest-running eatery of its kind in the state. His dishes also have garnered

acclaim from countless notable publications as well as celebrities, politicians and even royalty.

Sananikone insists it’s not the glitz and glam that keeps regulars coming back for more. Instead, it’s the simplicity of fresh ingredients that gives his menu an outstanding reputation.

“It’s always been good Thai food that has made Keo’s popular among locals and tourists for the

KEO’S THAI CUISINE WHERE 2028 Kuhio Ave., Honolulu CALL 951.9355 HOURS Open daily, 5 p.m.-closing

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If you haven’t been to Keo’s, this holiday season and New Year’s Eve is the perfect time to go because, in addition to its regular menu, the eatery is offering Complete Set Dinner specials featuring some of its best-selling menu items.

Set Dinner A ($34.95) presents a merry assortment of appetizers, salad, an entree choice and dessert.

The culinary journey begins with Spring Rolls and Crispy Noodles followed by a green papaya salad.

Then choose from such tantalizing entrees as Cashew Nuts with Chicken or Garlic Beef with Mushrooms.

Also on the special menu is the restaurant’s most famous dish, Evil Jungle Prince with chicken. This mystifying red curry combines creamy coconut milk with beautiful herbs and spices for a flavor that is the epitome of Thai curry.

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appetizers, salad, an entree and dessert, but it is a seafood-lover’s dream come true. For the main course, diners may choose from Evil Jungle Prince with shrimp, Seafood Medley, Crispy Fish or a Green Vegetarian Curry.

Keo suggests trying the devourable Seafood Medley prepared with a spicy sweet-and-sour sauce as well as mixed vegetables. You won’t go wrong with Crispy Fish either, which you can dress up

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with a hot Thai red curry suace, spicy fresh basil and chili sauce or mild garlic shiitake mushroom sauce.

Keo’s holiday specials include Jasmine, white or brown rice on the side, and for dessert, choose from Thai Tapioca pudding or ice cream.

While these set dinners are only available during the holidays, rest assured knowing you can experience the magic of these dishes year-round on Keo’s regular menu.

Ala Moana 451 Piikoi St 538-EGGS

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he next time a breakfast craving hits, day or night, Eggs ‘n Things is the perfect choice. With three locations islandwide, this breakfast lover’s paradise on earth whips up a spectacular menu graced with items such as pancakes, omelets, crepes and more. The original Eggs ‘n Things opened in Waikiki in 1974, and most recently, a new Piikoi Street eatery is drawing in crowds as well. For hours and more information, call 923-3447, 538-3447 or 926-3447.

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Chai Chaowasaree, who’s been known to draw in Hawaii’s top entertainers to serenade guests on a regular basis. “Hapa’s Barry Flanagan was the first one who offered his support. Since Hapa was the first group to perform at Chai’s when we first opened, there’s no better way than to have them perform for our closing,” he adds.

Hapa is set to take the stage Dec. 30 and bid a fond farewell to this award-winning restaurant best known for its Pacific Rim cuisine. Other artists scheduled to perform this month include Jake Shimabukuro, Sista Robi Kahakalau, Jerry Santos, Kelii Kanealii, Brothers Cazimero, Danny Couch and Na Leo’s Lehua Kalima. All performances will take place at 7 p.m., and you can visit chaisislandbistro.com for specific performance dates.

“I must say a big mahalo to my ohana of entertainers who have supported us from when we first opened until now,” Chaowasaree says.

And if you’re a fan of Chai’s cuisine, you’re in luck! Although Chai’s Island Bistro will no longer be, Chaowasaree will open a new restaurant on the ground floor of Honolulu Pacifica Building (1009 Kapiolani Blvd.) early next year.

According to Chaowasaree, the Kelii Kanealii and Miss Aloha Hula Healani Yuen | Photos courtesy Chai’s Island Bistro restaurant will focus on healthier fare.

fter more than 14 years, Chai’s Island Bistro in Aloha Tower Marketplace will officially close its doors Dec. 31.

“Once we announced the closing, many of our longtime entertainers who’ve performed here in the past have called to ask if they could perform one last time,” says restaurant owner and chef

Na Leo’s Lehua Kalima

“There will be no butter at my new restaurant,” he explains. “I want to teach people how to eat healthier since, as they say, ‘You are what you eat.’

“To me, moderation is key. People have different dietary needs to suit their health-conscious lifestyle.”

And as a way of saying thanks to his loyal patrons, Chaowasaree is offering a special promotion. For one time only through the end of the month, you can purchase a $50 gift certificate for the price of $25, redeemable at Chaowasaree's new restaurant in the coming months.

“Also, if you come for dinner this month we will give you a Chef Chai gift certificate worth $20. Don’t miss it,” Chaowasaree says.

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Korean Hibiscus BBQ Kaimuki Shopping Center Lower Level 3221 Waialae Ave. 734.8232

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orean Hibiscus BBQ comes to Kaimuki from Aina Haina Shopping Center, where it had been for 14 years before closing its doors in 2010. But to the delight of many diners, co-owners Raymond and Shirley Kodani re-opened Korean Hibiscus BBQ at its new location on Waialae Avenue in January.

“A lot of our customers actually come from Aina Haina now, and they remember us,” Raymond says. “I guess when you have been somewhere for 14 years, you kind of grow up with a family, and you become part of their family.”

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or those of you who have been wondering what ever happened to Korean Hibiscus BBQ, the restaurant that served up all of your favorite takeout treats, don’t worry — it’s still here. It just had a location change earlier this year. So, loyal customers, you can now find Korean Hibiscus BBQ at its new venue in Kaimuki, where it found its new home last January.

The husband-and-wife owners Raymond and Shirley Kodani took a couple of years off to spend more time with their family, but now they’re back. And their food is just as good as ever.

Raymond describes the restaurant’s food as a “compromise” and a “hybrid” of both traditional Korean foods and local flavors.

“We are not doing all of the regular, standard Korean meals, but we are doing some of the traditional ones.

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because some of the tastes we adapt for the local crowd,” he explains.

Like at its former location, the restaurant focuses on takeout.

Raymond estimates that most dishes take just about 5 to 8 minutes to prepare.

“We can do pretty much anything for takeout, even the soups and the catering (dishes).

a variety of restaurants, primarily in counter service, and Raymond worked in electronics. But Shirley, who learned to cook from her mother, had a longtime dream to open up her own place. Not long after Korean Hibiscus BBQ opened, Raymond decided to come aboard and help his wife with running the restaurant.

“All the recipes, all the seasonings — it’s all hers,” he says of his wife.

Raymond hopes that more of their regular customers from their other location come and visit them, and grab a tasty bite to eat.

“We have seen a lot of our former customers,” he adds, “and it’s nice to see those familiar faces.”

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People can just call in their order, and we will get it ready, and they can swing by and pick it up. It is pretty fast and straight forward.”

Korean Hibiscus BBQ lives up to its namesake, as Raymond says that the barbecue items are among the most popular. These include BBQ Beef ($9.50) and BBQ Chicken ($9) — both tasty, tender dishes.

If is seafood you’re after, look no further than Saba Fillet ($9), a light, flavorful fish.

But if you can’t seem to decide on just one entree, no problem. The restaurant offers a variety of combination meals. There are the three entree combinations, including Korean Hibiscus Sampler ($11.50), which includes kalbi, barbecue beef and barbecue chicken.

The Two-Combo Plate ($10.75) allows you to choose from 10 different items. Possible combinations, for example, are the Two-Combo Plate Fish Jun and Zucchini Jun ($10.75) and the Two-Combo Plate Meat Jun and Spicy BBQ Chicken ($10.75).

With its regular or combination meals, customers also have the option of selecting four side dishes out of 13 options, including various types of kimchee, long rice, macaroni salad, corn, seaweed, daikon, choi sum and sweet potato.

“This gives our customers a lot of variety,” Raymond says. “Even if two customers order the same thing … each meal will be uniquely designed for the individual because you are choosing what you want.”

Raymond says that with all of the restaurant’s combination meals, there are 50 different options total.

Contact Christina O’Connor at diningout@staradvertiser.com

ABOVE Two-Combo Plate

Meat Jun and Spicy BBQ Chicken ($10.75) LEFT Two-Combo Plate Fish Jun and Zucchini Jun ($10.75)

Nathalie Walker photos

By Alana Folen

R

egarded as a premier choice in local dining, Ocean House, situated in Outrigger Reef on the Beach Hotel, welcomes its guests to a whole new world of possibilities.

Feel right at home while soaking in the oceanfront views and marvelous sunsets, all the while partaking in delicious cuisine, which patrons have delighted in for the past 10 years.

Most recently, Ocean House has brought a new executive chef on board. Aurelio Garcia joined the staff about a month ago and offers 34 years of culinary experience.

“We are very happy to have Chef Aurelio join our team,” says restaurant general manager David Nagaishi. “Chef Aurelio is very talented. He is a hands-on chef and likes to work side by side with his crew.”

“I really like the energy here and the staff has been very welcoming,” Garcia adds. “The atmosphere is wonderful and the quality of the food is great.”

Originally known for its predominant seafood selection, Ocean House offers a meaty selection of entrees as well, such as its Hawaiian Sea Salt Slow Roasted Premium Angus Prime Rib, which makes mouths water on a daily basis. Yet, Green Onion Steamed Monchong ($32.50) will always remain a top choice among diners.

An island favorite, this tender piece of fish is served with yuzu chinoise sauce and a blend of stirfried vegetables.

“We’re known for our rich selection of food, so I want to make sure I serve everything the best as possible,” Garcia says, noting that he plans to incorporate an increase of local products to the menu. “A special of mine that I recently featured is Pan-Seared Opakapaka with Maui Gold

Green Onion Steamed Monchong ($32.50) Edamame Hummus ($11.50) Executive chef Aurelio Garcia Leah Friel photos

1

OCEAN HOUSE WHERE Outrigger Reef Hotel 2169 Kalia Road, Honolulu CALL 923.2277 HOURS Breakfast 7-11 a.m., Dinner 5-10 p.m. daily 2

WEBSITE oceanhousewaikiki.com

pineapple and Hilo-grown ginger.

As for starters, I really enjoy the Edamame Hummus.”

According to Nagaishi, Edamame Hummus ($11.50) is a best-selling appetizer on the menu with its seasoned soy bean puree served with crisp tofu cakes drizzled in a balsamic vinaigrette.

And, of course, we all know dessert is the most important part of each meal, so there will always be room for Uncle Moki’s Chocolate Lava Flow Cake ($10), which features a triple chocolate semi-sweet chocolate fudge cake with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.

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WHERE TO DINE AMERICAN

Symbol Key

Atlantis Seafood & Steak

Breakfast

2284 Kalakaua Avenue 922-6868

Lunch Eggs n’ Things Ala Moana

Dinner

Larry’s Bakery

2005 Kalia Road Hilton Hawaiian Village (Ali‘i Tower) 949-4321

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) 422-0059

BAKERY Napoleon’s Bakery

Fendu Boulangerie

451 Piikoi St 538-EGGS (3447)

After Midnight

Tropics Bar & Grill

Eggs n’ Things Saratoga

2752 Woodlawn Dr. Manoa Marketplace 988-4310

Located inside of Zippy’s

La Palme D’or

711 Queen St. 597-8880 1111 Bishop St. #4 536-8363 Ala Moana Center 946-6388 Royal Hawaiian Center 791-2969

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

Alcohol Served

Panya

Waikiki Beach Eggspress

Online

Ala Moana Center - Mall Level Mountain Side, next to Shirokiya 941-6161

2464 Kalakaua Ave (Aston Waikiki Circle) 926-EGGS (3447)

Catering

MITSU-KEN Home of the Famous Garlic Chicken

Breakfast • Lunch Catering • Okazu

T R AT T O R I A & W I N E B A R

Tuesday, December 25, 2012

Complete Dinners Served 11 A.M. - Midnight

1695 1395 Hibachi Chicken $ 50 & Shrimp Kabobs 14 $

Prime Rib Roast Holiday Turkey $ w/ Smoked Ham

FREE ® COKE

Egg Benedict Royal

1050

$

Limit (5) FREE Cokes® per coupon. Offer not combinable with other offers/discounts. Expires 12/20/12

ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER • VALIDATED PARKING WWW.ILLUPINO.COM • 808.922.3400

955-1764

Open 24 Hours 1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

Specializing in Fresh Seafood

LIVE OYSTERS

19.99

1 Doz. 641 KEEAUMOKU ST. OPEN DAILY 11AM - 1AM

922-5511

848-5573

Panda Cuisine New Management! New Menu!

Limited Time Only

restaurantsuntory.com

1223 N. School St.

Tues-Sat 5:00am-1:00pm • Sun-Mon Closed

$

BREAKFAST • LUNCH • HAPPY HOUR DINNER • DESSERT • LATE NIGHT

SUNTORY

with purchase of a Regular Mitsu-Ken Bento

Dinners Include: Salad Bar, Corn on the Cob, Bread Pudding, Beverage and More!

Breakfast Special:

RESTAURANT

2

$

Beer All Day

OPEN ‘til 7pm on

Seafood Special

CHRISTMAS EVE

9.99/

$

Closed on Christmas Day

Order Your Christmas Treats Today!

lb.

Includes:

• Lobster • Dungeness Crab

• Manila Clams • Shrimp • Mussels

947-1688

Fendu Stollen Bread A lighter version of the Traditional German Fruit Cake.

988-4310

2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

Mon-Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sunday 7:30am-3pm

$23 regular loaf (approx 2 lbs) $12.75 petite loaf (approx 1 lb)

Give the Gift of .21%8 0$., ǩ &+,&.(1 1,6+,0( 1$0$68 ǩ 686+, 3/$77(5 Pre-order for pick-up on New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day at the following locations: Namasu

Chicken Nishime 28 | DINING OUT | DEC. 16-22, 2012

Ala Moana Kapolei Pearlridge O PEN Ewa Koko Marina Vineyard O NEW N YEA Kahala Makiki Waiau DAY! R’S Kaneohe Mililani

Order online www.zippys.com OR call 973-0880 M-F 8am-5pm Some restrictions may apply. Last day to pre-order is December 26th.

GREAT TASTE. Purchase a total of $50 in Gift Cards and Receive a FREE $5 Zippy’s Gift Certificate!

ORDER ONLINE at www.zippys.com OR VISIT ANY ZIPPY’S LOCATION

WHERE TO DINE BUFFET

Yakiniku Camellia Buffet Stadium Mall 4510 Salt Lake Blvd.

486-3311

Camellia Buffet 930 McCully St. 951-0511 • 951-0611

Five Star International Buffet

Makino Chaya

lighting up and

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

677-7744

Hee Hing Restaurant 449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

CHINESE

Anytime Cafe Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

Canton Seafood Restaurant 923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

Kissaten

98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

A Catered Experience

CAFE

Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg C, Level 3.

380-9300

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

CATERERS

88 Piikoi St. 593-1200

111 N. King St. 521-8268

590 Farrington Hwy. 692-9880

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Ala Moana Center •1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

Hilton For The Holidays

holidays,

Leave the cooking behind and treat your family to world-class service as you dine beachfront at one of the fabulous Hilton Hawaiian Village restaurants this Christmas. Choose from a wide variety of sumptuous holiday menu options, both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, December 24 and 25, 2012.

With settings from casual to grand, you’ll find tempting choices for your holiday celebration.

taste buds too.

BALI STEAK & SEAFOOD ____________________ FOUR COURSE DINNER

5:30 pm - 9:00 pm Adult $80.00 Featuring entrées such as Filet Mignon, Prime New York Strip, Prime Rib, Volcano Island Honey Sesame Glazed Goose or Hawaiian Kampachi TROPICS BAR & GRILL ____________________ FOUR COURSE DINNER

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Adult $68.00 / Child $34.00 (12 years and under) Entrée choice of Pan Seared Kona Kampachi with Warm Sea Asparagus Salad or Center Cut Rib-Eye Steak RA I N BO W L A N A I ____________________

christmas day brunch buffet december 25, 2012 • 9:00am ~ 1:30pm adult, $ 80 * children, $ 40 * (6-12 years old)

DINNER BUFFET

CELEBRATE A NEW BEGINNING New Year’s Eve

5:00 pm - 9:30 pm Adult $59.00 / Child $29.00 (12 years and under) Decadent buffet featuring a Prime Rib carving station, Island Fish, Roast Tom Turkey, Steamed Snow Crab Legs, a pasta station, assorted dim sum and an array of desserts

at The Royal Hawaiian

beachhousewaikiki.com • 921-4600 Reservations Recommended • Complimentary valet parking.

Price does not include tax and gratuity.

Prices, hours, and menu items are subject to change.

Enjoy spectacular New Year’s Eve events at The Royal.

Featuring a fabulous 5-course New Year’s Eve Dinner at Azure Restaurant and The Pink Party beneath Hawaiian skies at the Monarch Terrace, Mai Tai Bar and Ocean Lawn.

For details, visit royal-hawaiian.com, call 921-4600 or visit the Concierge Desk.

Call today for reservations

949-4321 ext.39 To view a complete menu, visit www.hiltonhawaiianvillage.com/dining

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WHERE TO DINE Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

Little Village Noodle House 1113 Smith St. 545-3008

Liliha Square, 524-1628

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

641 Keeaumoku St. 947-1688

1110 McCully St. (Corner of McCully & Young) 946-8833 or 230-8866

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant

Maple Garden

Ala Moana Hotel, 3rd Floor 410 Atkinson Drive 942-7788

909 Isenberg Street 941-6641

Kailua 263-8880 Kaimuki 738-8855 Pearlridge East 487-8188 Waipio 678-8868 Ward Center 591-8891

Street Level, 2424 Kalakaua Ave., #102 971-1818

Panda Cuisine

ON ON At McCully Mandalay (The)

Big City Diner

Seafood Village

HOLIDAY LUNCH SPECIAL 20% OFF

Any Take-Out Kitchen Order

10% OFF

ALL TAKE-OUT SUSHI

FAMILY DINING Asahi Grill Ward

Henry Loui’s

Asian Mix

Himalayan Kitchen

1234 South Beretania St. 521-1688

1137 11th Ave. 735-1122

2850 Paa St. 833-3728

New Year’s Eve

Monday, December 31 6:00 - 8:00 pm Porcini Seared Ahi Tataki Dry Land Pea Shoots, Yuzu Butter Sauce Tempura Lobster Scallion Rice Soy Sake Glazed Black Cod Bok Choy & Shiitake Mushrooms, Dashi Truffle Nage

Fire Roasted Beef Tenderloin Sherry Pepper Demi, Truffle Hollandaise Raspberry Napoleon Chocolate Filo Sheets, Marscapone Mousse

$90

*Closed New Year’s Day *Ala carte menu not available

Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

888 Kapahulu Ave. 734-7345

515 Ward Ave. 593-2800

Grilled Duck Breast Foie Gras & Lentil Ragout

947-2836

Good To Grill

ON THE RISE

3660 Waialae Ave. • 737-1177 www.3660.com

ODOR IK O Japanese restaurant

Celebrating 40 years!

“Committed devotion to serving authentic Japanese taste & hospitality”

Bring or mention this Ad to receive 10% off your food only

(not combinable with other offers/specials/discounts/kama‘aina rates)

Happy Hour 50% off any size from 4pm-6pm and 10pm-12am

Draft Beer!

Kama‘aina Lunch Early Bird SPECIAL QUEEN SET & Take Out Menu ($14.95) (picture shown)

Only 7.50

KING SET ($16.95)

All offers expire 12/31/12.

King’s Village Shopping Center 2400 Koa Ave. visit us at odorikohawaii.com

808-923-7368 Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11am– 5pm Dinner . . . . . . 5pm–12am (Midnight)

Beach Front Dining 98-150 Kaonohi St. • Tel: 486-5100 are offering Gift Card specials Buy $100 in Gift Cards and Receive a Complimentary $20 Card

or

Buy $50 in Gift Cards and Receive a Complimentary $10 Card

*Complimentary Card Valid 1/1/13 - 3/31/13. This offer is good 11/23/12 - 12/24/12.

Please call 923-4056 Between 9 am-3 pm or visit our restaurants both located in

Outrigger Reef On the Beach Hotel • 2169 Kalia Road www.oceanhousewaikiki.com 30 | DINING OUT | DEC. 16-22, 2012

*Menu and prices subject to change. *Dinner Menu Only.

PURCHASE $100 IN GIFT CARDS AND RECEIVE A $20 MAKINO CHAYA VOUCHER.* *OFFER EXPIRES 12/21/12 SENIOR SPECIAL! 55+ KAMA‘AINA SPECIAL! LUNCH & LUNCH & DINNER DINNER

30% OFF

Not combinable with other discounts. 55 or older w/ coupon & ID. No online or photo-copied coupons.One coupon per person. Discounts off regular adult price. Excluding Holidays. Expires 12/21/12.

20% OFF

One coupon per person. Must have valid ID. Not combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price. No online or photo-copied coupons.

Must purchase beverage. Not valid on Holidays. Expires 12/21/12.

WHERE TO DINE JJ Bistro & French Pastry

Loco Moco

Sam Choy’s BLC

Tony Roma’s

3447 Waialae Ave.

Moanalua Shopping Center 930 Valkenburgh St., #205 423-8228

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

WAIKIKI 1972 Kalakaua Ave. • 942-2121 AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. • 487-9911

739-0993

Kenny’s Restaurant

Shiro’s Saimin Haven

Pagoda

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

1525 Rycroft St. 948-8356

Kenny’s Hawaiian BBQ

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 2nd floor 922-3333

Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

WAIMALU 98-020 Kam Hwy. • 488-8824

Wailana Coffee House

WAIPAHU 94-256 Waipahu Depot St. • 676-2088

1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-1764

EWA BEACH SHOPPING CENTER 91-919 Fort Weaver Rd. • 689-0999

Willows (The) 901 Hausten St. 952-9200

Shore Bird Restaurant

Kit N Kitchen

Outrigger Reef on the Beach 922-2887

Restaurant Epic

1010 University Avenue 942-7622

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

Zippy’s Call the one nearest you

Try our Butter Corn Ramen with Gyoza!

2080 S. King Street (past McCully St.)

(808) 947-5919

Our Broths are made from scratch with no MSG!

Mon: 5-10pm | Tues-Fri: 11am-2:30pm/5-10pm Sat: 11am-10pm | Sun: 11am-9pm

Mon-Sat 9am to 7:30pm; Sun 9:30am to 6pm • 1111 McCully Street • 947-5411

HOLIDAY PACKAGES TO-GO!

Available at our Kam Shopping Center location.

While supplies last. Prices valid thru Jan. 5, 2013

HOLIDAY PRIME RIB WITH AU JUS & HORSERADISH

HALF

$

19999 +TAX

WHOLE

HOLIDAY HAM 5 LBS PRE-SLICED HAM WITH PINEAPPLE RAISIN SAUCE.

+TAX

FRESHLY ROASTED TURKEY 12 –14 LBS TURKEY, 1 QT. STUFFING & 1 QT. GRAVY

5599

$

39999

$

13500

$

+TAX

+TAX +TAX +TAX

OUR POPULAR CATERING PANS • Chinese Chicken Salad • Korean Chicken • Egg-Battered Mahi • Chow Mein Noodles

NOW

129

$

+TAX

3 OFF EARLY BIRD SPECIALS $

MONDAY THRU THURSDAY BREAKFAST 6-8AM • DINNER 2-6PM SELECTED ITEMS

KAMEHAMEHA SHOPPING CENTER

Call for Ala Carte options

841-0931

ROYAL HAWAIIAN SHOPPING CENTER

Kenny’s Hawn BBQ 922-3333

GIFT CARD PROMO

FREE $10 Gift Certificate

with purchase of every $100 in gift cards.

Dec. 17-25, 2012

OAHU: ALA MOANA 942-9102 KAPAHULU 735-7700 KAPOLEI 674-4227 AINA HAINA 373-4033 WAIAU 485-0227 EWA TOWN CENTER 683-1003 WAIKELE 678-3180 KANEOHE 247-9595 WARD CENTER 591-5600

OUTER ISLANDS: KONA (808) 327-6776 KUKUI GROVE (808) 632-2450 LAHAINA (808) 661-0333 MAUI MALL (808) 873-7776 DINING OUT | DEC. 16-22, 2012 | 31

WHERE TO DINE FILIPINO Max’s Of Manila

Chai’s Island Bistro

Plumeria Beach House

Aloha Tower Marketplace 585-0011

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Beach Level 5000 Kahala Ave. 739-8760

94-300 Farrington Hwy 801 Dillingham Blvd.

951-6297

Fifty Three By The Sea

Stage Restaurant

ITALIAN Il Lupino

1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

53 Ahui Street 536-5353

Hy’s Steak House

Bali Steak & Seafood

Summer Rolls $3.99

Adults $23.95 ♦ Seniors $22.95 ♦ Keikis $11.95

49

$

CHRISTMAS DINNER BUFFET Adults $28.95 ♦ Seniors $27.95 ♦ Keikis $14.50

SPECIAL HOLIDAY MENUS

Peking Duck ♦ Steamed Wintermelon Eight Treasure Soup ♦ Steamed Pacific Oysters with Black Bean Sauce ♦ Roasted Garlic Dungeness Crab ♦ Beggar’s Chicken Minced Shrimp Stuffed Squash Rings Island Uhu with Sweet and Sour Sauce Garlic Chinese Broccoli ♦ Steamed Rice Banana Spring Rolls and Mango Tapioca $369 Table of 10** (reg. $399)

Ward Center (Next to Ryan’s Grill) 1200 Ala Moana Blvd.

375-1200

December Special

CHRISTMAS DAY BUFFETS

Hee Hing CHRISTMAS BUFFETS A Hawaii Tradition!

CHRISTMAS BRUNCH BUFFET

SANTA’S 2012 DELUXE PARTY MENU

Inferno’s Wood Fire Pizza

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

SANTA VISITS at 6PM on CHRISTMAS EVE!

Chinese Chicken Salad ♦ Golden Mushroom Scallop Soup ♦ Hong Kong Crispy Chicken ♦ Maine Lobster with Scallion Ginger ♦ Shanghai Garlic Honey Ribs Beef and Fresh Asparagus ♦ Hunan Tofu Steamed Rice ♦ Almond Float Dessert $239 Table of 10** (reg. $269)

Royal Hawaiian Center 922-3400

Top of Waikiki

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101 www.HeeHingHawaii.com

Kaimuki - 3040 Waialae Ave. • 734-0404 Ala Moana - Makai Market • 949-2120 Waikiki - 1831 Ala Moana Blvd • 941-3444 Kailua - 1020 Keolu Dr • 230-2300

Restaurant Row 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

The Kahala Hotel & Resort, Lobby Level 5000 Kahala Ave. 739-8760

FINE DINING

735-5544

The Fat Greek

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Hoku’s

GIFT CERTIFICATE SPECIAL Purchase $100 gift card and receive $20 dining certificate for use in 2013

GREEK

Prime Grade

FILET MIGNON

10% OFF Kama‘aina Discount

Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon.

Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 12/31/12

Holiday Hours: 12/15, 12/16, 12/23, 12/24: Open 6am-12pm Closed: 12/25-12/27

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN

Lunch 11am - 4pm Dinner 5pm - 10pm

Serving Hawaii for 77 Years!

732-1656

www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

2012

FREE VALET PARKING • www.chefchai.com • Call 585-0011

735-3888

Lightly breaded turkey breast sauteed with mushrooms in marsala demiglaze sauce, served with pasta & vegetables

Lamb Chops

$

25.95 pepersr on

Pan-fried lamb chops in peppercorn sauce served with pasta & vegetables

• Cream Brulee for Dessert

Gift Card HOLIDAY FREE $10 of $100 in gift cards SPECIAL! w/ purchase offer ends 12/24/12

Season’s Greetings Special Menus

HAPPY HOUR

Kobe Beef $ Shabu Shabu Piikoi St. 2-6pm & 9:30-close

32 | DINING OUT | DEC. 16-22, 2012

2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218

Turkey Breast

942-7788

$50 Gift Certificate $ for only

Sat, Dec 22 Danny Couch

OPEN TIL MIDNIGHT!

Lobster meat in a pink sauce topped with a lobster tail

AT ALA MOANA HOTEL, 3rd Floor 410 ATKINSON DRIVE

LIMITED TIME ONLY

Fri, Dec 21 Brothers Cazimero

• Pasta • Risotto • Burgers • • Salads • Sandwiches •

MARKET CITY SHPG CNTR

2746 Kaimuki Ave

Chef Chai’s Holiday Special

Mon, Dec 17 Tue, Dec 18 Wed, Dec 19 Thur, Dec 20 Robert Cazimero Jerry Santos Jake Naleo’s & Hula & Hula Lehua Kalima Shimabukuro

(Next to Makino Chaya) 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea Mon-Sat 10am-10pm • Sun 10am-8pm

• Fried Dumpling Salad • Cream of Shrimp Bisque Soup • Choice of: Lobster Pasta

Sun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm Okazuya open daily from 8am

Open 7 Days from 11am-10pm

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE

WESTRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER • 488-4900

“Tender and Tasty.

Everyone Loves Our Oxtail Soup.”

922-6868

Valid from Feb. 2013 at the Pacifica Honolulu location only (1009 Kapiolani Blvd). Offer expires 12/24/12.

FIRST PLACE

Try Our Famous OXTAIL SOUP!

Call for Reservations & Information 2284 Kalakaua Ave.

25

2012

facebook.com/phomylienhawaii

4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake) | OPEN Mon - Fri 6AM - 1PM Sat 6AM - 12PM www.larrysbakery.com or find us on

with valid Hawaii I.D. Not valid with other offers, valid on food only.

Please present ad when ordering

at the old Waikiki III Theatres Parking available at the Pro-Park location Seaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant. www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

Military w/ID receive 10% OFF

Order Yours Today! Call 422-0059

16

95

** while supplies last **

Aiea 4-6pm & 9:30-close

TWO GREAT LOCATIONS! AIEA • 484-2222 HONOLULU • 589-2299 98-150 Kaonohi St. 510 Piikoi St.

$308 + tax $438 + tax 1. Minced Pork Served In Lettuce 1. Royal Garden Roast Meat Combination 2. Fish Maw & Crab Meat Soup or 2. Bird's Nest Soup w/ Chicken or Dried Scallop Soup Steamed Fish Maw, Mushroom & Chicken Soup 3. Shrimps w/ Honey Glazed Walnuts 3. Peking Duck 4. Roast Pea-Par Duck 5. Sizzling Boneless Short Rib w/ Bell 4. Fish Fillet In Fish Bone Basket Pepper, Onion & Black Bean Sauce 5. Lobsters Royal Garden Style 6. Boiled Ranch Chicken In Chicken 6. Baked Rock Salt Ranch Chicken Broth w/ Mustard Cabbage 7. Joke San w/ Shanghai Baby Cabbage 7. Braised Mushroom w/ Cabbage 8. Crab Meat w/ E-mein Noodle 8. House Fried Rice 9. Walnut & Peanut Soup 9. Red Bean Soup w/ Lotus Seed & Lilies w/ Mochi Balls Above menu is limited to 3 tables and cannot combine with any specials and discounts. Please order one day in advance.

WHERE TO DINE Paesano Ristorante Italiano

Z Pizza

Genki Sushi

Waimalu Shopping Plaza 98-1277 Kaahumanu St. (across from Safeway) 485-8883 Manoa Marketplace 2752 Woodlawn Drive 988-5923

Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066 Kailua 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

Aina Haina 373-4033 Ala Moana 942-9102 Ewa Town Center 683-1003 Kaneohe 247-9595 Kapahulu 735-7700 Kapolei Commons 674-4227 Waiau 485-0227 Waikele Center 678-3180 Ward Center 591-5600

Romanos Macaroni Grill Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

Taormina-Sicilian Cuisine 227 Lewers St. 926-5050

JAPANESE

HONOLULU 510 Piikoi St. 589-2299

each $50 Gift Certificate.

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

âœ

e a FR EE v i e c Re Certificate t Kobe Gif withfrom the purchase of

10

$

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

WINDWARD MALL 46-056 Kamehameha Hwy F1 922-5511 KAPIOLANI - 1221 Kapiolani Blvd., #105 589-2989 WAIKIKI - 307 Lewers St. 926-2989

Chinpei Ramen

December 25th

Kobe Japanese Steak House

Gyu-Kaku

2080 S. King Street 947-5919

Call In Your Orders Today!

WWW.KOZOSUSHIHAWAII.NET

Ichiriki AIEA 98-150 Kaonohi St. 484-2222

Blue Hawaii Sushi 1140 Kuala St., Pearl City Across Wal-Mart 456-2128

Open Christmas Day Pearlridge Pearlridge(Phase 83-6805 . . . . . . .II) . .........4 483-6805 Moiliili ............................................9951-5696 51-5696 (KOZO) Kahala Mall .........................7738-5696 38-5696 (KOZO) Pearl City by Wal-Mart ..........4455-6805 55-6805

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

Kozo Sushi Kahala Mall • 738-KOZO Keeaumoku • 946-KOZO Moiliili • 951-KOZO Pearlridge • 483-6805 Pearl City • 455-6805

• Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza • Small Salad • (2) Soft Drinks Reg. $19 *Offer not valid with other offers/ discounts. Expires 12/20/12

Ward Center

Between Ilikai & Hilton Hawaiian Village

(next to Ryan’s Grill)

941-4444

375-1200

Tues-Sun 11am-9pm • Closed Mondays

www.infernospizzahawaii.com

Dinner served from 5:30 nightly • Valet parking available

a steak that’s served

The Most Popular Gift Boxed Cookies are now at‌

sizzling All are individually wrapped and finished with a Holiday Touch.

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orderoftheday Camellia Buffet’s impressive buffet options

An assortment of Camellia favorites

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Camellia Buffet Provides Endless Thrills on the Grill STORY BY KYLE GALDEIRA + PHOTOS BY LEAH FRIEL

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s the sturdy and stunning flower for which it is named continues to bloom season after season, year after year, Camellia Buffet has blossomed again following a short respite.

The family-owned operation has satisfied Hawaii diners’ appetites for nearly 40 years with Korean and other local favorites that are cooked yakinikustyle on grills situated at every table.

The current incarnation of Camellia Buffet is situated in Stadium Mall, at the location formerly occupied by Pizza Hut, and has drawn a host of new and returning customers eager to dig in to the all-you-can-eat buffet, which features both the traditional yakiniku meats and vegetables for grilling as well as fullyprepared selections served hot and fresh on the buffet line.

The Camellia story began in 1977 as Jaeshin Park, a former Korean Air employee who brought his family to Hawaii just years prior, opened the first of what would be nine restaurant locations, in Waikiki. After Park suffered a stroke five years ago, he and his family decided to scale back operations, eventually closing what had served as the last Camellia location in Pearl Kai in February.

However, after an overwhelming show of support by customers who missed their yakiniku fix, Park’s son, Ronnie, and daughter, Kris, decided to bring back the iconic buffet to keep the restaurant’s legacy alive.

“The camellia is a very strong flower that is always in bloom, so the restaurant is always blooming, too” explains Kris, who manages the restaurant while Ronnie serves as owner. “We were going to retire completely, but our loyal customers kept calling and asking us to open a buffet on this side of the island, and we live in Salt Lake, so when we passed the location and found it was empty, that’s how we ended up here today.”

While Jaeshin has slowed down significantly after suffering the stroke, he still enjoys eating his Camellia favorites.

On a recent visit by Dining Out, the former restaurateur was at the eatery

enjoying some of his favorite buffet items, cooking them to perfection on the easy-to-use grill powered by butane canisters. While the original buffet in Waikiki featured an exclusively Korean menu, the current version of Camellia offers a host of Korean favorites as well as local-style dishes that make up some of the hot buffet items.

The bountiful buffet is available daily at lunch ($14.95 for adults and $7.95 for children, served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and dinner ($24.95 for adults and $12.95 for children, served from 5 to 10 p.m.), and a 10-percent discount is available for members of the military and seniors, Jaeshin and Ronnie Park

Monday through Thursday. The savory spread includes Kal Bi short ribs, barbecue chicken, spicy chicken, barbecue beef and pork, fried noodles, fish jun, mixed seafood stir-fry, Korean spicy chicken karaage and a host of soups, vegetables and fruit. The dinner selections include the aforementioned items as well as shrimp, cubed beef sirloin, Korean crab and steamed clams served in a special house sauce.

Takeout plates also are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and include four vegetable selections and white or brown rice. Some of the plate lunches include BBQ Beef ($7.95), BBQ Chicken ($7.95), Fish Jun ($7.95) and Fried Mandoo ($6.95). Diners also can create a combination plate with two of their favorite selections for $9.95.

“Our lunch price is really reasonable,” explains Kris. “You go to any takeout place, and the kal bi alone is $11. Here, you can get kal bi plus all the other meats to cook yakiniku, plus fish and other items. We’re trying to keep our prices low so that our loyal local customers will keep coming back and enjoying our food.”

Just in time for the holidays, Camellia also offers a catering menu to aid in planning a special party or gathering.

Platters of shrimp, kal bi, spicy chicken and other favorites are available in medium and large platters ranging from $45 to $185.

Where: Stadium Mall, 4510 Salt Lake Blvd., Honolulu • Call: 486.3311 • Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (lunch) and 5-10 p.m. (dinner) 36 | DINING OUT | DEC. 16-22, 2012