Hawaii Dining Out 12 Jun 2011

JUNE 12-18, 2011

How Sweet the Sounds

Hinone Mizunone staffers Fannie He, Stetson Okumura and head chef Teruo Aonuma present just a few of the restaurant’s most-requested dishes, which include (clockwise, from top-left) Assorted Sashimi Platter, Ribeye Oroshi Ponzu Steak, Chicken “Ama-kara Age,” Chicken Teriyaki, Ahi Sushi Bowl and Salmon Avocado Roll.

At Hinone Mizunone, the sounds of fire and water come together in perfect harmony to create a menu full of delicious Japanese cuisine, which includes the restaurant’s oh-so-sweet rice.

Salivating over the most onolicious sandwiches | 2 The food and fortune are good at Lung Fung | 8

See page 4 | Leah Friel photo

ALSO: 50 years and counting at Rainbow Drive-In | 13

ono, you know

By Alana Folen | Photos by Leah Friel

Sandwiched goodness between layers of buds on some of the best “Ono, You Know” sandwiches around at the following eateries. Your stomach will thank you!

Fendu Boulangerie

ll right, who doesn’t love a good sandwich? The food item has been an all-American classic for centuries, and it always brings back fond memories — whether it be enjoying a peanut butter sandwich that my mom would cut into triangles and wrap ever so perfectly in Saran wrap for field trips to the zoo during my elementary days, or partaking in unforgettable grilled cheese sandwich parties with my friends.

Today, the days of those grilled cheese sandwich parties and triangle peanut butter and jelly sandwiches (without crust, of course) are long gone. However, the occasional cravings for an onolicious sandwich are still very much alive. That’s why this week I searched high and low for the ultimate sandwich creations and, voila! — my mission was a success!

So join me, and set your sights and taste

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Sure, we all know Fendu Boulangerie for its heavenly creations, including fresh baked bread, tantalizing pizzas, sandwiches and melt-in-yourmouth pastries. However, owner and chef Niel Koep is always one step ahead of the game, and just when you thought he’s reached the pinnacle of his culinary talents, he surprises you once again with a whole new lineup of Rustic Gourmet Sandwiches.

Beginning today, Koep presents hungry patrons with a Ground Wagyu Beef Sandwich ($9.25), featuring one-third pound of ground Wagyu beef pan seared, then served with tomato, sweet onions, pickles, mayonnaise and fresh farm greens on a rustic bun.

“What makes this meat special is that the cows are fed all-natural ingredients, so the meat has a very nice marbling and has a really, really nice flavor to it,” Koep says.

“I believe this Ground Wagyu Beef

Sandwich, along with our Chicken Cordon Blue Panini, will become two of our most popular items,” he adds.

Straight from the Panini grill are a handful of items to entice the palate. The Chicken Cordon Blue Panini ($8.50) consists of a tenderloin chicken sandwich, grilled with Black Forest ham, sweet onions, Gruyere and Swiss cheese, fresh sage and tomatoes. Delicious! Koep’s Basil Pesto Chicken Panini ($8) lures diners in with hearty chicken tenderloins sautéed with Hawaiian salt and black pepper. Grilled on a rustic bread bun with bacon, mayonnaise, fresh tomatoes and goat cheese, I promise that sharing this amazing creation will not be an option!

For those with simple appetites, opt for the Gourmet Grilled Cheese Panini ($7). Any cheese connoisseur will be ecstatic with the array before him — Mozzarella, gruyere, Vermont Cheddar and Parmesan Reggiano cheeses all marvelously grilled on Fendu’s famous French sandwich bread.

And veggie lovers themselves will delight in the Vegetarian Special Panini

($7.50), offering a magnificent spread of Japanese eggplant, Hamakua Farms mushrooms, bell peppers, sweet onions, fresh tomatoes, herbs and farm greens all nestled within two pieces of grilled whole – See page 18

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he saying that “a single grain of rice can tip the scale” still holds true at Hinone Mizunone, where loyal patrons flock to feast on sweet rice cooked to absolute perfection.

How does the Japanese eatery do it? Turns out the secret behind the highly coveted item lies in the restaurant’s name.

“The name Hinone Mizunone has real significance to us,” operations manager Eiki Tamaki explains. “Hinone means sound of fire and Mizunone means sound of water, so when you cook your rice in an old-fashioned pot, as we do, that’s all you can hear — the fire and the water.”

But while the rice is ichiban on Hinone Mizunone’s menu,

other favorites such as teishoku lunches, Japanese curry, udon and sushi have quickly gained the attention of patrons since the family-friendly restaurant — owned by Japanese restaurant giant Fujio Food Systems — first opened its doors on South King Street three years ago.

Dining Out recently stopped by this ever-bustling eatery, where Tamaki and head chef

Teruo Aonuma discussed, among other things, the restaurant’s fave dishes and the perfect harmony between fire and water that exists at Hinone Mizunone.

DO: Fujio Food Systems owns a variety of restaurants around the world, with 12 Hinone Mizunone locations specifically in Japan. Is this the first U.S.

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1 Chef Teruo Aonuma with his culinary masterpieces.

4 Ahi Sushi Bowl ($17)

2 A feast of local Japanese flavors awaits diners at Hinone Mizunone,

6 Ribeye Oroshi Ponzu Steak Teishoku ($20.50)

3 Assorted Sashimi Platter Teishoku (a la carte ($21.75, teishoku $26.25)

5 Chicken "Ama-Kara Age" ($11) 7 Salmon Avocado Roll ($7.25)

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Tamaki: Yes, it is. The Fujio clan loved Hawaii and would come two to three times per year, and Mr. Fujio wanted to open up a restaurant here.

DO: Hinone Mizunone opened its doors for business in 2008, and since then has gained quite a number of loyal customers. For diners who may have not yet had the opportunity to experience Hinone Mizunone, what can they expect?

Tamaki: People can expect home-style Japanese cooking.

It’s really about comfort food here. Our regular customers come to eat here up to four times a week.

DO: This eatery features something for every appetite, whether it is udon, teishoku sets, a la carte options such as Broiled Salmon ($6.50), Ebi Fry ($5) and Tonkatsu with homemade sauce ($6.50) and more.

Any other must-have items we’re missing from this list?

Tamaki: Our daily lunch and dinner specials are really popular here. Also on our regular menu, frequently requested items are Butterfish, Tempura and Sashimi, to name a few. However, the No. 1 item for lunch is the Chicken “Ama-kara Age” ($11). This is crispy fried chicken seasoned with grated daikon and y topped with a sweet ginger

sauce. This teishoku entrée is something pretty unique to us, and it’s also served with rice, miso soup, two side dishes and tsukemono.

DO: Chef Aonuma, you’ve been in the culinary industry for the past 43 years and have been showcasing your skills at Hinone Mizunone for a year and a half. Share with us some of your famed specialty items.

Aonuma: We have the Salmon Avocado Roll ($7.25) and the Ribeye Oroshi Ponzu Steak (ala carte $16, teishoku $20.50). This steak is so tender and features grated daikon.

Both the salmon rolls and the steak are available for dinner only.

Tamaki: Our Japanese curry

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also is very good and is available during lunch. It’s made with a beef broth base and customers can select from the Original Curry ($7.50), Karaage Curry ($8.50) or

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Chicken Katsu Curry ($9.50).

Our Assorted Sashimi Platter (a la carte $21.75, teishoku $26.25) is a must-have, as well.

serve all of our rice in an ohitsu instead of a rice bowl — that equates to more than two bowls of rice!

DO: There has been much talk about the incredible rice here. What makes the rice at Hinone Mizunone so special?

Tamaki: We cook all of our rice in an old-fashioned pot.

We have a rice warmer, but we don’t have a rice cooker. We set the rice on high heat for 10 minutes, low heat for five minutes and let it sit for 20 seconds. We have to constantly keep an eye on it, or else it’s just going to burn. Our customers love our rice. The taste is definitely sweeter and the rice is a lot fluffier. We also

DO: Chef Aonuma, you were trained in Japan, but knowing that the majority of your clientele is local, did that force you to make some changes to your culinary styling?

Aonuma: A bit. Yes, most of our customers are local, so the food that I serve here isn’t exactly what you would find in Japan. Instead, I mix the flavors of authentic Japanese cuisine with local flavors and concepts. I always use local ingredients as much as I can.

DO: How exactly do you

incorporate local flavor into authentic Japanese cuisine?

Aonuma: I do so with decoration, and the taste of the food is a little sweeter.

Tamaki: You’ll especially find local flavorings in particular dishes like the butterfish, sukiyaki, and in our California Rolls and Spicy Tuna Rolls.

DO: What’s most rewarding about serving as head chef at Hinone Mizunone?

Aonuma: The people, of course. The staff is very friendly and we have very loyal customers.

Tamaki: We do our best with trying to be very consistent and serving consistently good food.

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f you’re craving Korean food at any hour of the day or night, Sikdorak will hit the spot. Sikdorak dishes out favorites like beef soup, cold noodles, and daikon kim chee around the clock.

Opened in 2010, Sikdorak has already found its niche with the community — the $19.95 all-you-can-eat buffet, which manager Charles Chang Jr. says draws in

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a majority of the patrons. The Keeaumoku venue also boasts a wide selection of meat, including fried tongue, barbecue chicken, short ribs, rib eye, brisket, tripe and spicy pork.

Whatever you’re in the mood for, “this is the place to be,” says Chang. “It’s more of a family atmosphere, but people also come for drinks and parties.”

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1 Three seasoned short ribs (part of the all-you-can-eat buffet $19.95) 2 Beef tongue 3 Rib eye Nathalie Walker photos

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Known for its 70 different variations of Hong Kong-style dim sum, top picks among repeat customers include the famous Taro Puff ($2.95), Crystal Taro Buns ($3.50) and Fresh Shrimp Spinach Dumplings ($3.50) The Taro Puff proves to be a hit time and time again among patrons, featuring fried taro with shrimp and minced pork.

And when it comes to the Crystal Taro Buns, this small dessert filled with cooked taro in a wheat flour wrap is definitely one worth trying, no matter how stuffed you are. Jade Dynasty’s Fresh Shrimp Spinach Dumplings are the most requested of the

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menu is the Dynasty Style Chicken ($19.95). This savory chicken is steamed and marinated overnight in a special sauce and then sprinkled with dry scallops. Customers also may dip pieces of chicken into a ginger sauce, if they prefer.

1 Dynasty Style Chicken ($19.95) 2 Fresh Shrimp Spinach Dumplings ($3.50), Crystal Taro Buns ($3.50), Deep Fried Taro Puff ($2.95) Leah Friel photos

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wning a restaurant with a name as unique as Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant, one is bound to receive questions about the name’s meaning. Such questions are typical, according to restaurant manager Eddie Ma. “People are always asking me about (the restaurant’s name, Lung Fung),” Ma says.

“From the old times, lots of people use that name for ‘good luck’ and ‘good fortune.’ ‘Lung’ is ‘dragon’ and ‘fung’ is ‘phoenix’ in Chinese. If you come in the restaurant, you can see the pictures in the back, the gate and the ceiling panels … it’s all dragon and phoenix.”

The restaurant’s décor is just one of many changes Ma made ever since he became the restaurant’s manager in 2002.

“I did a lot of renovation and updated all the cooking styles,” Ma says. “Lung Fung not only has a chop suey restaurant style; we also have a lot of seafood items.”

Lung Fung first opened in Kalihi 30 years ago and has since moved to its current location in Niu Valley Shopping Center. Due to its location, Ma acknowledges that many of the restaurant’s customers are locals from neighboring communities.

“More people from the East Oahu side come (here),” he says. “I would say ‘thank you’ for all their support, but I’d like to welcome people not only from East Oahu to taste the food at Lung Fung.”

Lung Fung offers an expansive menu filled with many options for customers. Popular favorites include the Crispy Garlic Shrimp ($13.95) — consisting of big shrimp mixed with fried, crispy garlic — and the Spicy Won Ton ($8.95). Other menu favorites are dishes such as crab and pork chop that include the restaurant’s garlic and chili, according to Ma. The restaurant not only prides itself on its food’s flavor, but on its reasonable prices and product presentation as well, Ma says.

“I have 22 years of experience in Chinese restaurants in Oahu and fine dining experience,” he explains. “People are interested in the look (of our food), so I want to make sure it’s decorated. I want people to feel like they are getting quality food at a low price. The average price range (per customer) is about $10.”

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While he has already made many changes to the menu, Ma says he constantly looks for inspiration for new entrees when he visits Hong Kong and China.

“Every month, we put some new items (on our menu),” he says. “Anytime I travel around China and Hong Kong, I see what’s the most popular dish and try to bring it back to Hawaii. I put new dishes on a board, and if people order and they like it, then I add it to the menu.”

To create an affordable dining experience for its customers, Lung Fung offers numerous specials. For example, on the restaurant’s takeout menu, if customers purchase an entrée, they also can order Honey Walnut Shrimp (regular price $13.95) for just $6.99. Lunch specials, offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., are $7.95 and include entrees such as the Minute Chicken Fried Noodle and Beef Brisket Noodle.

“We also recently started a kids’ menu,” Ma says. “For $3.99, you can get orange chicken/beef broccoli, a scoop of rice and two pieces of gau gee; or a bowl of saimin.”

In addition to these promotions, Lung Fung also offers a banquet menu, which is popular among locals for planning parties or events.

“We put a lot of seafood items in the banquet menu and make it very reasonable,” Ma says. “It’s (Lung Fung) good for holding a party because there’s a lot of parking and it’s very private. They (customers) don’t have to share the area and spend a lot of money.”

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1 Beef Brisket Soup Noodle ($7) 2 Shrimp with Honey Walnut ($13.95 regular, $6.99 special. Must purchase with another entree from regular menu) 3 An exquisite wood mural of a dragon and a phoenix decorates the interior of the restaurant.

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4 Crispy Garlic Shrimp ($13.95) 5 Spicy Won Ton ($8.95, 10 pieces)

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The Sweeter Things in Life

Patisserie La Palme D’Or executive chef Akiko Kimura

Story by Kyle Galdeira | Photos by Leah Friel

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atisserie La Palme D’Or prides itself on quality delivered through both its delicately prepared desserts and stellar customer service. As its name (translated to mean “Golden Palm,” and also the symbol gracing the trophy bestowed upon the top film at France’s Cannes Film Festival) suggests, customers are in for the cream of the crop when experiencing what La Palme D’Or has to offer.

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The Ala Moana Center eatery’s flagship items are its pastries, made daily from scratch to ensure freshness. Its recipes are crafted to make the desserts sweet enough to enjoy without being overwhelmed with too much sugar. The treats incorporate not only flavors from various ingredients gathered from Hawaii, Japan and around the world, but also showcase the artistry of the chefs that incorporate various textures and design to complete the presentation.

Executive chef Akiko Kimura brings a wealth of experience from her training at the Osaka Abeno Tsuji School of Culinary Arts to La Palme D’Or, where she’s worked for nearly two years. Kimura’s tutelage fuels the patisserie’s fusion of traditional French pastry-making with techniques from Japan.

The combination has produced a wide array of confections, from the simple and classic to the exotic

and flashy.

The Gateau Au Fraise ($4.80) is La Palme D’Or’s signature strawberry shortcake and although light and fluffy, the layers of moist sponge cake sandwiched with whipped cream and sliced strawberries pack a flavorful punch. According to Kimura, the strawberry shortcake is modeled after the popular style found in Japan. The Vanilla Roll Cake ($3.40) incorporates a similar soft sponge cake rolled up along with whipped cream and vanilla custard.

The Mont Blanc ($4.99) provides customers with the royal treatment — the pastry was presented to the Emperor of Japan during his visit in 2009. The dessert includes a base of almond cake baked with chunks of chestnuts and gooseberry that is covered with fresh whipped cream and an intricate piping of smooth, rich chestnut cream containing a hint of rum. The dish truly resembles the “white mountain”

Gateau Au Fraise ($4.80)

Mont Blanc ($4.99)

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Patisserie La Palme D’Or Where: Ala Moana Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., #2240F, Honolulu Call: 941.6161 Hours: Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sunday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Notes: Call for Father’s Day specials or for custom orders and cakes for any special occasion.

from which it gets its name.

In yet another unique incorporation of flavors, La Macha ($4.38) allows customers to double dip from the cake composed of both green tea mousse on top and chocolate sponge cake underneath. The flavors are bold, and form a tantalizing tandem when the two halves are enjoyed together. And, while filling, the treat is light enough to remain enjoyable down to the last bite.

The Lemon Tart ($3.20) and Framboise Fromage

($3.95) are ideal for light desserts or simply a treat during the day. The summery tart is filled with a lemon curd and baked to encompass the bold flavors while the cheesecake is layered with raspberry jam and surrounded by a hazelnut cookie crust.

La Palme D’Or is also featuring specials for Father’s Day. The Baked Cheese Cake ($28) incorporates rich, dense cheesecake with a cranberry and hazelnut cookie crust. The dessert is then topped with

toasted nuts, dried fruit and whipped cream. Dad can also look forward to the Rocky Chocolate ($28), a chocolate sponge cake double layered with milk chocolate cream and topped with chocolatecoated hazelnuts and macadamia nuts.

Call 941.6161 to inquire about special menu items, or to pre-order treats and cakes for various special occasions.

La Macha ($ 4.38)

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Go Greek with morsels of Falafel tuce, Kalamata olives, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers and feta cheese topped with a special house dressing — all for $8. Don’t eat cheese? According to Young, it’s not a problem. Just ask your server to omit it.

If you’re in the mood for pupus, The Fat Greek also offers a side of five falafel balls with tahini sauce for $5.

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Where: 3040 Waialae Ave.

Call: 734.0404 Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

f happy little wooly animals frolicking in a field come to mind rather than spit-roasted gyros or meaty grilled skewers of souvlaki when you envision lamb, then 1 falafel is the choice for you.

And lucky you, because The Fat Greek’s Falafel is popular with customers who don’t eat meat — even fans of gyros and souvlaki go for the savory morsels wrapped in pita bread.

“It’s very popular,” says front of the house manager

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Samantha Young. “In fact, it’s my favorite.”

The fried falafel balls are made with a blend of spiced fava beans, chickpeas and Mediterranean spices folded in fresh pita bread with tzatziki sauce and hummus, with a side salad that includes romaine let-

1 The Fat Greek’s Ernest Rivera with a Falafel plate ($8). 2 Falafel balls folded in fresh pita bread, with tzatziki sauce and hummus. A side salad also is included.

Nathalie Walker photos

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A rainbow of flavors for the local palate

t the end of every rainbow there lies a pot of gold, and at Rainbow Drive-In in Kapahulu lies mouthwatering local grinds that both locals and tourists can’t resist.

This iconic, local landmark was founded by Sejiu and Ayako Ifuku, and opened its doors in October 1961.

Today the Ifuku’s son-in-law, Jim Gusukuma, serves as vice president for Rainbow Drive-In and says that while much time has passed the food has remained the same.

“We’re a nostalgic, iconic plate lunch place and one of the things we try to do is stick to the original recipes,” Gusukuma says. “We’ve added a few things to the menu over the years, but generally speaking, our menu is the original plate lunch menu that my father-in-law started.

“His philosophy was to give good food at a reasonable price, with quick service and that’s what we try to do.”

With varied local favorites gracing the menu, the Loco Moco Plate ($6.75), Chili Dog Plate ($6.20) and the Mixed Plate ($7.25) are indeed top sellers of the bunch.

“The Loco Moco Plate is extremely popular especially with the Japanese market,” Gusukuma explains, noting that Rainbow Drive-In was one of the

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first establishments in Honolulu to offer up this hearty dish, featuring two hamburger patties and two eggs cooked to your liking on a bed of rice, along with a scoop of macaroni salad.

“The Mixed Plate is our best selling plate, consisting of boneless chicken cutlet, mahi mahi filet and barbecue steak, served with two scoops of rice, macaroni salad or cole slaw,” he adds.

And when it comes to Rainbow Drive-In’s original plates, it’s the Chili

Dog Plate that’s hard to beat. Made fresh everyday, Rainbow Drive-In’s famous chili is made from a Seiju Ifuku personal recipe.

“We try to stick with the original recipes, we don’t do anything fancy, we don’t chase trends — we just try to produce plate lunches as reasonably and as tasteful as possible,” Gusukuma says.

“In honor of our 50th anniversary this year, we’re also rolling back the prices to those that were seen in the 60s and 70s. So, be on the lookout for that.”

Anniversary specials include $1 Fried Rice, June 18 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 25-cent Hot Dog and Drink, July 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 25-cent Hamburger, Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 25-cent Saimin, Sept. 17 from 5 to 9 p.m.; and $1 Chili Plate, Oct. 16 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Anniversary specials will be sold only at the parking lot tent (limit five items each, no phone orders).

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uring the constant rush of the week, sometimes dinner gets put on the backburner of things to do, leaving most folks scrambling when hungry cries of “What’s to eat?” fill the kitchen air.

To the rescue is 3660 on the Rise. Since April, the award-winning restaurant has been offering a threecourse menu of monthly specials to alleviate the stress of last-minute dinner preparation.

“We decided to start these specials to give our customers a great excuse to eat out on the weekdays,” says banquet catering manager Cheryl Leong. “They have been well-received from the beginning.”

According to Leong, Chef Lydell Leong invents the menus based on guests’ requests, crafting new dishes each month for foodies looking for a tasty and affordable dinner out during the week.

For the month of June, the three-course menu includes House-Smoked Chicken and Fresh Spinach

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Asian-style Braised Soulder of Beef (part of the special menu, $29) Nathalie Walker photos

Chef de Cuisine Lydell Leong holding ahi katsu with soy wasabi butter sauce ($14).

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ince opening at the corner of Waialae Avenue and Wilhelmina Rise in 1992, 3660 on the Rise has grown into a favorite neighborhood establishment, thanks in part to its menu of Euro-Island cuisine that is as diverse as the Islands themselves.

“The menu appeals to the local tastes, and many of our customers are familiar faces who return time and again,” says banquet catering manager Cheryl Leong.

The Waialae eatery is also popular among the famous set, who seek out the restaurant for its relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

“Celebrities who have dined here in the past have been able to maintain a low-key profile,” Leong notes.

“Its casual atmosphere makes it a comfortable place to drop by and have drinks and pupus, or for the family to celebrate a special occasion,” she adds.

For those special get-togethers, 3660 on the Rise also offers four banquet rooms that can comfortably accommodate up to 200 guests. Lunch and dinner buffets or set menus are available, with offerings that include Pan-Seared Scallops, Grilled Tenderloin of Beef, Soy Sake-Glazed Butterfish, Lacquered Fillet of Wild Salmon, Shichimi-Seared Breast of Chicken, as well as an array of salad and dessert choices.

“We have a dedicated banquet chef who prepares the same quality of food as the main dining room,” promises Leong.

Private dining rooms are reserved based on a guaranteed number of party members and require a non-refundable deposit to confirm reservations. Email banquets@3660.com for full requirements and details.

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Ravioli topped with a Yuzu Butter Sauce; Slow-Braised Beef infused with a refreshing mix of star anise, orange, ginger and shiitake mushroom and served with natural gravy; and for dessert, a rich Old-Fashioned Layered Chocolate Cake.

“Sometimes if there are seasonal ingredients that Chef knows are available, he’ll incorporate them into the menu,” Leong adds.

The three-course meal costs $29, plus tax and gratuity, and is available each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday through the end of the month.

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pupu picks

Plan your ‘escape’ to Italy

By Kyle Galdeira

f a trip across “the pond” is out of the question this summer, Romano’s Macaroni Grill offers up hearty portions of authentic Italian food coupled with an ambience similar to that found on a food-filled European vacation. And the best part, one doesn’t have to travel farther than Ala Moana Center’s Hookipa Terrace to find it.

Flavors and aromas abound upon entering the eatery, and are no doubt proliferated by the presence of Macaroni Grill’s popular pupus. The Tomato Bruschetta ($8.99) features ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic and extra virgin olive oil combined as a topping 1 for fresh focaccia bread.

Tomato fans also will appreciate the Mozzarella Alla Caprese ($9.99) as large slices of vine-ripened tomatoes are topped with buffalo mozzarella cheese and surrounded by extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic 2 vinegar and fresh basil.

The Roasted Veggies ($8.99) features a platter of yellow and red peppers, eggplant, zucchini and red onions roasted with extra virgin olive oil and fresh herbs. Also popular among Macaroni Grill guests is the Calamari Fritti ($9.99) that comes with fresh lemon and a zesty arrabiata sauce.

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Romano’s Macaroni Grill Where: Ala Moana Center – Hookipa Terrace, 1450 Ala Moana Blvd., Suite 4240, Honolulu Call: 356.8300 Hours: Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m.

Notes: Take advantage of Happy Hour specials available daily from 4 to 7 p.m. in the lounge area including half-off pupus.

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available daily from 4 to 7 p.m. in the lounge area. Enjoy appetizers for half off regular price as well as $3 house wines, $3 draft beers, $3 domestic beers and $4 imported beers all while relaxing in front of the televisions at the bar — talk about the perfect pupu paradise.

Also, Macaroni Grill makes for a great Father’s Day gathering

with special offerings of steak and pork chops in addition to the regular menu choices.

“We’re the only Macaroni Grill to have pork chops,” says executive chef Michael Longworth, aka Chef Mike.

“There was so much demand.

Why change something people love?”

1 Sample a variety of pupus at Romano’s Macaroni Grill.

2 Calamari Fritti ($9.99) 3 Mozzarella Alla Caprese ($9.99) 4 Roasted Veggies ($8.99) 5 Tomato Bruschetta ($8.99) 6 Leaning Bellini ($7.59)

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Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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(Dine-in Only)

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Some restrictions apply.

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Authentic & Original Vietnamese Cuisine $

1 .00 Fried Rice Saturday, June 18th (7am-1pm) .25 Hot Dog & Drink Saturday, July 16th (10am-5pm) $ .25 Hamburger Sunday, August 14th (10am-5pm) $ .25 Saimin Saturday, September 17th (5pm-9pm) $1 .00 Chili Plate Sunday, October 16th (11am-7pm) Anniversary Specials will be sold only at the parking lot tent •Limit 5 items each

•No phone orders

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Open Everyday 10am-10pm / Except Sun & Wed 10am-9pm

2919 Kapiolani Boulevard • Market City Shopping Center

ethnic faves

Kahala Mall 738-5696 (KOZO)

A bit of pho for the senses

Moiliili 951-5696 (KOZO)

Keeaumoku

by Wal-Mart 946-5696

By Chris Fleck

(KOZO)

ho can best be described as a comfort food. Served for breakfast, lunch or dinner, pho dishes have an inviting allure to them as the flavors of each ingredient merge together, rising from each steaming bowl.

Pho is essentially Vietnamese, but the cultural influence France had on Vietnam also is a factor in the development of this noodle soup. Food historians have theorized that pho is an evolution of the French phrase pot au feu, which translates delicately to “pot on the fire.”

At the restaurant’s Aiea location inside Westridge Shopping Center, the majority of pho dishes consist of simmering beef in hot broth, but for seafood lovers, the Pho with Shrimp and Squid is a tempting alternative.

“This a very healthy meal that has been on our menu from the beginning,” says owner Tommy Dang.

Pho with Shrimp and Squid — priced at $7.95 for a regular bowl, $8.95 for a large

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Cannot be combined with other offers. Expires 6/30/11

Westridge Shopping Center, 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea

*No raw fish

Pearlridge 483-6805 Pearl City

by Wal-Mart 455-6805

Call: 488.4900 Hours: Monday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

bowl — starts with warm broth served with fresh herbs, mint leaves, cut chives, cilantro, bean sprouts, chili peppers, wedges of lemon, aromatic spices and various sauces. Filling the bowl are flat noodles and generous portions of shrimp and squid that will have you slurping up a storm.

Pho with Shrimp & Squid (regular $7.95, large $8.95)

Happy Hour is a little happier with special cocktail and pupu prices. Join us 3 to 5 pm daily for $3 draft beer; $5 mai tai, pina coloda, lava flow, daiquiri, and house wine; and 50% off selected pupu items. Pupu sampler, poke cup, and sashimi are 25% off.

Lawrence Tabudlo photo

what we’re eating at... crispy. And then they put the seafood in it and have egg on top. The pancakes are very unique; I don't think anybody else makes them like this. This is a lot better.”

Robertshaw: “The Vegetable Skewers are a really great price. The corn was excellent. These together are just the perfect meal.”

Richo

By Christina O’Connor

icho in Kaimuki serves up innovative spins on traditional Korean dishes six nights a week. The restaurant opened in August and has already been reeling in customers with its ultra-chic ambiance and extensive menu.

Mother and son Karen Robertshaw and Kelly Flynn, who eat dinner together once a week, recently dined at the reasonably priced venue to try something new. Richo wowed them with its Jellyfish Sashimi ($6), Seafood Pancakes ($14), Chicken and Beef Skewers ($13), Vegetable Skewers ($6.95), and its most popu-

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Richo Kelly Flynn and Karen Robertshaw feast their appetites on Richo’s cuisine. Christina O’Connor photo

lar dish, the Volcano two are always on the hunt Special ($18), a tasty (and for new flavors, Richo also spicy, but not too spicy) has tasty options that cater mix of bean sprouts, to the less adventurous seafood, pork and beef palate. intestine.

Kelly Flynn: “The Flynn and Robertshaw told Dining Out they plan to Seafood Pancakes have the return to Richo to try more batter on the bottom, a very dishes. And while these thin layer, and they’re very

Where: Kaimuki, 3008 Waialae Ave.

Come see bartender Christian Ross (pictured) for your favorite libation. The proud new dad is always ready to serve you. He knows the best surfing spots too.

Dandy Dad’s Day. Hook up dad with the island-style ambiance of Kani Ka Pila Grille, his favorite foods, and entertainment by Mailani 6-9 pm on Father’s Day, June 19.

Chef’s Specials are Salt & Pepper Pork Chops ($13), Pulehu Rib-Eye with Cabernet Sauce ($14), and Jumbo Seared Scallops with Wasabi Pepper Butter Sauce ($14). No stuffy formal fare here.

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Call: 734.2222 Hours: Open TuesdaySaturday 5 p.m.- midnight and Sunday 510 p.m.

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4 1 I Love Country Cafe’s Fresh Roast Turkey Avocado Sandwich ($8.50 whole, $6.50 half) 2 Ground Wagyu Beef Sandwich ($7) at Fendu Boulangerie 3 1132 Cafe’s Chicken Pesto Sandwich ($6.92)

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wheat bread with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Fendu Boulangerie Manoa Marketplace, 2752 Woodlawn Drive, #5119 988.4310

1132 Cafe & Espresso Bar

Getting your hands on the perfect sandwich is as easy as 1, 2, 3 at 1132 Café & Espresso Bar at the First Hawaiian Center. As a preferred destination for just about everything — from madeto-order sandwiches, soups and salads to your classic pastries and original espresso drinks, 1132 Café can meet all of your catering needs and satisfy your every craving.

“We have deli sandwiches for $5.95, hot specialty sandwiches for $6.50, cold specialty sandwiches for $6.50 and gourmet sandwiches for $6.93,” says owner Stefan Kruger, who opened 1132 Café & Espresso Bar’s first location five years ago at 1132 Bishop St. “We also specialize in catering, and offer sandwich platters ($8.50 per sandwich) and lunch boxes, which showcase our

sandwiches as well.”

With so many decadent sandwiches to set your taste buds on, it’s hard to pick just one. I would, however, recommend the Chicken Pesto Sandwich ($6.92) because if you’re passionate about pesto like I am, you’ll absolutely fall in love with this one! Imagine finely sliced savory chicken breast topped with a tasty pesto sauce made with fresh basil, on a bed of toasted focaccia bread. This pairing is exquisite and makes for a fabulous lunch for people on the go.

You also can substitute the chicken for turkey, if you like.

“Our Turkey Bacon Avocado Sandwich ($6.50) also is very popular, along with our Turkey Cranberry & Brie Sandwich ($6.50),” Kruger adds. “My wife, Edna, comes up with most of the items on the menu.”

Each sandwich is made to your liking, whether you prefer wheat, bread, multi-grain, white bread, squaw bread or sourdough, to name a few.

And when my hunger really gets the best of me, I like to opt for a combo meal ($6.92), including an irresistible sandwich with a choice of soup or salad —

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because really, some things in life are just meant to go together.

Also, you won’t want to miss out on the re-launching of 1132 Café & Espresso Bar’s new and improved menu for breakfast, lunch and all things pizza. Be sure to stop in this Wednesday and Thursday for 30 percent off the entire menu (excludes catering menu).

4 1132 Cafe’s Edna Kruger with the popular Chicken Pesto Sandwich.

5 I Love Country Cafe’s director of operations Adela Visitacion showcases one of their many tasty sandwiches.

diners with a guilt-free homemade meal that does not discriminate — as there are entrees that both vegetarians and vegans can whole-heartedly enjoy, as well.

In the mood for a refreshing sandwich this week, I just had to go for I Love Country Café’s Fresh Roast Turkey Avocado Sandwich ($8.50 whole, $6.50 half).

For those who don’t know, I am a die-hard for avocado, so obvi1132 Cafe & Espresso Bar ously I can’t get enough of the 999 Bishop St. and 1132 fresh slices of avocado Bishop St. 526.1777

I Love Country Café Let’s be honest, I love everything about I Love Country Café! Yes, you tell me what’s not to love about guilt-free onolicious entrees that are housemade fresh every day?

Specializing in quality gourmet food that is both tasty and nutritious, this family-owned eatery has three convenient locations at the Navy Exchange, in downtown Honolulu and on Queen Street.

Owners Richard and Millie Chan, along with their daughter, Elizabeth, who serves as counsel and creative director, provide

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that accompany the fresh roasted turkey, complete with mayo mustard, lettuce, tomato, alfalfa sprouts and Jack cheese.

“Many restaurants use deli turkey in their sandwiches, but here we only use the freshest turkey, as if it was Thanksgiving every day,” says director of operations Adela Visitacion.

Yet, another hit among customers when it comes to sandwiches is the Country Club Sandwich ($8.75 whole, $6.75 half).

“This sandwich consists of fresh roast turkey, bacon, ham, Swiss cheese and your veggies,” Visitacion explains, adding that you may pick from whole wheat or white bread made fresh at the establishment.

“Many people take advantage of our catering options as well, we have many sandwich platters available.”

With the first bite of any sandwich here, you too will soon be falling in love with I Love Country Café. No doubt.

I Love Country Café 885 Queen St. 596.8108, 783.7901 (Catering Hotline)

recipe

Fresh Manila Clams with Black Bean Sauce

By Chef Chai Chaowasaree | Serves 2

Ingredients: • 1.5 pounds fresh Manila clams • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 tablespoon chopped garlic • 2 tablespoons diced onion • 1 tablespoon red jalapeno pepper • 1 tablespoon salted Chinese black beans • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce • 1.5 cups chicken stock • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch mix with 2 tablespoons water • 1 tablespoon chopped green onion • Salt and pepper, to taste (Some black beans are very salty, so salt may not be necessary.)

Preparation: • Clean the clams by rinsing in water until all mud and sand are removed.

• In a sauté pan on medium heat, add vegetable oil, onions and garlic. Sauté for a few seconds, add clams, cook for a minute then add chicken stock, chili pepper, black beans and oyster sauce.

• Keep cooking until all the clams are open. Stir in cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil. Finish by adding the green onion and season with salt and pepper, if needed. Turn off heat.

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98-761 Oihana Place, Aiea 486-3500

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Atlantis Seafood & Steak

Dinner

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East Honolulu

Aina Haina Shopping Center 373-1303 or 373-4632

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ENTREE SELECTION

Dinner Nightly

Upscale American Bistro Plate Lunch

(5464)

2710 South King St. www.fukuyadeli.com

$2

(Daily 11am - 2pm) (5:30pm - 10pm)

- 10am to 2pm

• Smoked Tomato Soup or • Asian Roasted Duck Chopped Salad

Lunch $12.95

Belly Dancing Nightly Wednesday - Sunday

Find menus and $5 coupon at www.ononhawaii.com

SOUP OR SALAD

Celebrating 15 years!

Local Style Beef Luau Stew

Deli Hours: Wed-Sun 6am-2pm After hours catering available

3-COURSE BRUNCH

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

Fendu Boulangerie

CHEF KAPO’S

1110 McCully St. • 946-8833

Located inside of Zippy’s

BAKERY

343 Saratoga Road 923-EGGS (3447)

ON ON at McCully

Napoleon’s Bakery

901 Hausten St. 952-9200

Eggs n’ Things

Catering

Dinner Menu for 4 $39.95 Oyster Sauce Chicken Pork Chop Pepper Salt Stuffed Tofu Minute Chicken Cake Noodle Rice

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

Willows, The

Online

(Corner of McCully & Young St.)

La Palme D’or Ala Moana Center - Mall Level Mountain side, next to Shirokiya 941-6161

$3

524-2020 MON-THUR: 6am - 9pm FRI: 6am - 11pm SAT: 7am - 11pm SUN: 7am - 9pm

FREE ICE CREAM SUNDAE with purchase of Prime Rib or Steak

Hanaki Shabu Shabu

8

pe persor n

• Beef Wellington Popper

Entree Selection • Mac Nut Crusted New Zealand Lamb Chops or • Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon or • Seafood Paella

Dessert • Warm Maple Glazed Doughnuts No Substitutions on Set Menu. Regular Menu also available.

1131 Nu’uanu Ave.

587-7877 Reservation recommended

Early DiningClub Two course menu for $45 plus a complimentary glass of wine.

5:30 pm Reservations Only! MONDAY THRU SATURDAY ON RESERVATIONS MENTIONING THIS AD Expires 6/30/11

www.michelshawaii.com • 923-6552 • 2895 Kalakaua Ave. FREE VALET PARKING • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTLY

CALL FOR BANQUETS, RECEPTIONS & PARTIES 728-3463 20 | DINING OUT | JUNE 12 - 18, 2011

11:30 am-2:30 pm; 5 pm-10 pm (Closed Tuesdays)

MANOA MARKETPLACE (Tons of FREE Parking) 988-1551

WHERE TO DINE A Catered Experience

CAFE

BUFFET Camellia Buffet

Anytime Cafe

930 McCully St. 951-0511/0611

Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd 735-3888

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine

Koko Cafe

590 Farrington Hwy 692-9880

Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road 955-0555 Call for eligibility details.

949-4321

Makino Chaya Aloha Tower Mkt place 585-6360 Westridge Mall 486-5100

CATERERS

Yakiniku Camellia Buffet 2494 S. Beretania St. 944-0449

1023 Maunakea St. 521-4492

Kahai Street Kitchen

Chin’s Harbor View Restaurant

237 Kalihi Street, 845-0320

1 Aloha Tower Drive, #283 538-9881

Duck Yun

CHINESE

820 W. Hind Dr. Aina Haina Shopping Center 373-1303 or 373-4632

California Wok Ala Moana Shopping Center, Ground Level (between Macy’s & Radio Shack) 947-1332

Golden Duck 1221 S. King St. • 597-8088 4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 737-7188

Canton House Restaurant

1132 Cafe

162 N. Hotel St. 521-3788

999 Bishop Street • 526-1777 1132 Bishop St. Ste.131 • 521-1837

Canton Seafood Restaurant

Golden Palace Seafood Restaurant

923 Keeaumoku St. 955-3388

111 N. King St. 521-8268

CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY!!

Special Father’s Menu

ALOHA STADIUM NIMITZ PARKING LOT - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Peking Duck Rainbow Tofu Spinach Soup Chicken with Oyster Sauce Maine Lobster Black Bean Meat Sauce Curry Seafood with Banana Tempura Braised Beef Short Ribs Sweet and Sour Whole Fresh Fish Braised E Mein w Shredded Duck Chilled Mango Tapioca Dessert Black Sugar Mochi $289 Table Ten • $149 Table of Five

Chin’s Chinatown Restaurant

94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.

677-7744

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Father’s Day “Have It All” Dim Sum Brunch Buffet (Served from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm) • International Salads and Appetizer Station • Hawaiian Food Station • Hong Kong Dim Sum Station • Chinatown Carving Station • Chinese Entrees • Delicious Desserts $23 Adults / $22 Seniors over 65 Kids (5 to 12) $12

Father’s Day Seafood/Prime Rib “Have It All” Dinner Buffet (Served from 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm) • International Salads and Appetizer Station • Seafood Station • Hawaiian Food Station • Chinatown Carving Station • Great Entrees • Delicious Desserts $28 Adults | $27 Seniors over 65 Kids (3 to12) $14 449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101

• Classic Cars • Street Rods • Vintage Cars • Motorcycles • Hunter Trucks • Dragsters Keiki Fun Zone

Public Admission $5 Adults - Under 10 yrs. FREE

735-5544

3-Course $ Menu

Event T-Shirts

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922-6868 95for Call Reservations & Information

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Prime Rib & Shrimp Scampi Includes Soup or Salad & Ice Cream

2284 Kalakaua Ave.

Open 7 Days from 11am-10pm

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Lunch 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. • Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

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

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www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

Evening and aloha attire. Dress shorts acceptable. No t-shirts, casual, swim shorts, tank tops or slippers. Information subject to change without notice.

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday Rainbow Tower Hilton Hawaiian Village® Validated Valet and Self-Parking Available

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WHERE TO DINE Happy Day Chinese Restaurant

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant

3553 Waialae Ave. 738-8666

5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. 377-5566

1585 Kapiolani Blvd. #110 941-0555

Bibas Hale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road 955-0555 Call for eligibility details.

Liliha Square 524-1628

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant

Maple Garden / Yen King

Ala Moana Shopping Center 1450 Ala Moana Blvd.

4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace 947-8818

1113 Smith St. 545-3008

2065 S. Beretania St. 946-3828

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

$39.95 / person • Mini Ribeye Burger Loco Moco • Braised Asian Style Beef Short Ribs • Steamed Opakapaka • Smoked Pork Belly and much more!

Fathers receive FREE Ice Cream!

45-1118 Kam Hwy 235-POKE (7653) 3109 Waialae Ave 735-POKE (7653)

946-8833

Seafood Village Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa

Dinner Buffet 4 PM - 9 PM

952-9200

at McCully

Mini Garden Orient & Vegetarian Cuisine

June 19, 2011 $39.95 / person

Fresh Catch

On at McCully ON ON On 1110 McCully St.

909 Isenberg St. 941-6641

Little Villlage Noodle House

• Fresh Sashimi • Slow Braised Roast Pork • Oven Roasted Lamb Chops • Rosemary Crusted Prime Rib and much more!

Angelo Pietro Honolulu

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

FAMILY DINING

Kam Shopping Center 1620 N. School Street, #120 847-1234 / 841-8668

Mandalay (The)

Hee Hing Restaurant

Brunch Buffet 10 AM - 3 PM

New Liu’s Chop Suey

new

FATHER’S DAY Special Choice of Two: • 2pc Shrimp & 2pc Vegetable Tempura • Chicken Katsu • Chicken, Beef or Pork Teriyaki • Chicken Karaage • Ahi (plain, salted or teriyaki) • Sashimi, Salmon or Unagi add $2 more to meal price Includes Miso Soup, Cold Tofu, Tsukemono, Gyoza and Tea………$

12.95

I Love Country Cafe 885 Queen St. 4725 Bougainville Dr. 783-7901

ton ton ramen FINE

“Tender and Tasty.

Everyone Loves Our Oxtail Soup.”

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

ENTIRE MENU

Must present coupon to receive offer. Expires 6/30/11.

Cannot be combined with any special or discount.

2746 Kaimuki Ave

732-1656

www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

Soft Rib Ramen

94-050 Farrington Hwy. • Waipahu, HI 96797

Limited Time Offer

Signature dishes offered as Daily Specials

Kalua pork, Chinese cabbage, caramelized onion, pineapple chunks, Hawaiian luau plum BBQ sauce, garnished with green onions

“FEATURED ITEM OF THE WEEK” Thai Jasmine Rice Crusted Island Fish

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT & DELICATESSEN Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!

HOUSE

10% OFF 677-5388

Try Our Famous OXTAIL SOUP!

RAMEN

NO MSG ADDED!

Open for Plate Lunch Tue - Fri 10:30am - 1:30pm

with Tropical Fried Rice

WARD CENTRE

KAILUA

1200 Ala Moana

151 Hekili Street

596-0066

230-8400

(Auahi Streetfront)

DINE IN or TAKE-OUT

Catering from casual to exquisite events

(Next to Boots & Kimo’s)

237 KALIHI ST. (Corner of Kahai and Kalihi)

ph 845-0320 kahaistreet-kitchen.com

KAHALA LOCATION NOW SERVING DIM SUM

TUES-SUN 6AM-11AM

20% OFF

GIFT CERTIFICATE

with Take-out orders of $100 or more

Live Whole Main Lobster

SENIOR DISCOUNT

$11.99

60+ older, applies to breakfast only

w/ entree purchase

$2.99

FREE

BREAKFAST SPECIAL 1-scoop fried rice, 1-egg (any style), 2-bacon

YAKINIKU

Now Available Since 1989

MILLION 596-0799 626 SHERIDAN ST. (backside of Walmart) SUN, TUE, WED, THUR 6 AM - 12 MID

FREE $15

FRI & SAT 6 AM - 2 AM

MON 11 AM - 12 MID

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Side Chinese Chicken Salad w/any entrée purchase w/ad. exp. 6/16/11 Dine-in or Take-out. Offer good at King St. and Kahala

4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 737-7188 • 737-7288

1221 S. King St. 597-8088

MON-THUR 10AM-10PM/FRI-SUN 10AM-11PM

10:30AM-11PM EVERYDAY

IMMENSELY POPULAR TAKE-OUT PLATE LUNCH $ FOR.....

6.25

NOW OPEN at 900 N. Nimitz Hwy 536-5870 536-8570

1627 Nuuanu Ave 585-8839 2955 E. Manoa Rd 988-0212 Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm; Sun 12n-8pm

Call For Take Out

www.bangkokchefexpress.com

WHERE TO DINE IHOP

Kenny’s Restaurant

Panya Bistro • Bakery • Bar

Waikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd • 949-4467 Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers • 921-2400 Pearl City - Times Sq. SC • 486-4467 Kaneohe - Windward Mall • 235-4467 Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza • 959-2600

1620 N. School St. 841-0931

Ala Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level 946-6388

Kenny’s Express Hawaiian BBQ 2nd Floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center 922-9333

1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-1764

Zippy’s

Kani Ka Pila Grille 2169 Kalia Rd, Outrigger Reef on the Beach

3441 Waialae Ave.

924-4990

626-5368

JJ Bistro & French Pastry 3447 Waialae Ave.

739-0993

888 N. Nimitz Hwy #103 524-2020

Wailana Coffee House

Rainbow Drive Inn 3308 Kanaina Ave. 737-0177

J2 Asian Fusion

Tanaka Saimin

Restaurant Epic

Call the one nearest you.

1131 Nuuanu Ave. 587-7877

FILIPINO

Shakey’s Pizza Parlor

Kit N Kitchen

Waipahu Town Center 94-060 Farrington Hwy., #D3 677-1919

1010 University Avenue 942-7622

Max’s Of Manila 94-300 Farrington Hwy 801 Dillingham Blvd.

951-6297

AUTHENTIC KOREAN DISHES • Fried Dumpling Salad • Shrimp Bisque Soup • Bone In Pork Chop Pan Fried Pork Chop, with Mushroom Cream Sauce, Served with Vegetables & Pasta Or • Shrimp & Scallop Pasta Sautéed Shrimp & Scallop with our own Alfredo Sauce over pasta • Cream Brulee

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com

922-5511

Lunch Specials & Plates starting at $5.99 Happy Hour 4-7pm All American Beers $2.00 Soju - $4.95 Appetizers starting at $4.95

Cost: $19.95 Per Person

Also available Pasta • Burgers • Salads • Sandwiches MON-FRI 10 AM -TIL MIDNIGHT! • SUN 8 AM -10 PM 2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218

MARKET CITY SHPG CNTR 735-3888

1604 Kalakaua Ave • 951-9370 Mon–Sat: 11 am - 2 am • Sun: 11 am - 10 pm

KOREAN CUISINE • LUNCH $15.95 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM • DINNER $22.95 2:30 PM -10 PM Kal Bi, Sirloin, Chicken, Sashimi Spicy Pork, Oysters (Fri/Sat/Su) *DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGESWITH THIS AD. EXP. 6/30/11.

930 McCully St. • 951-0511/951-0611

• PRIVATE PARTY ROOM • CONVENIENT PARKING

Purchase a total of $50 in gift cards & receive a FREE $5 gift certificate!

Offer valid from June 1 - 30, 2011 at the Fast Food Counter only. No purchase necessary.

Cannot be combined with any other promotional offer or discount cards. Other restrictions may apply. See stores or visit www.zippys.com for details.

Offer good through June 30th.

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WHERE TO DINE FINE DINING

Top of Waikiki

Ruth’s Chris Steak House

Bali Steak and Seafood Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower) 2005 Kalia Road 949-4321

Greek Marina

Sam Choy’s BLC

Koko Marina Shopping Center 7192 Kalanianaole Hwy. 396-8441

580 N. Nimitz Hwy. 545-7979

Aloha Tower Market Pl. 585-0011

Locals bring in your valid state ID and receive a discount on your check,

Father’s Day Special Menu

159

10% between 6AM - 2PM, 15% 5PM - 10PM

Ham and Scallop Soup • Chinese Chicken Salad • Peking Duck • Steamed Sea Bass with Ginger & Onions • Walnut Shrimp • Capitol Pork Chops • Boneless Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice Chef’s Dessert of the Day

111 N. King St. near Maunakea 7am -10pm No credit cards accepted for special menu

521-8268

*Not available for retail items or take out ** Not valid with any other discounts or promotions

Dim Sum

Served 7am Daily

1

$ 98 Take-out Orders Welcomed

Sopapillas EL HARRO MEXICANO 1 w/Free $20 purchase AIEA RESTAURANT NOW SERVING BREAKFAST 8AM-11AM

Dine in only. Limited to 1 coupon per table. Not to be combined w/ other offers. Exp. 6/23/11

Mon-Thurs 8am-9pm • Fri & Sat 8am-10pm Sunday Closed

www.eggsnthings.com

847-1234

Seaweed Tofu and Pork Soup Deep Fried Crispy Whole Chicken Salt and Pepper Shrimp Pork Chop w/Orange Sauce Steamed Fish Fillet w/Black Bean Sauce Vegetable w/Garlic NEW! Beef Vegetable Noodle Kids Menu for Steamed White Rice $3.99

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW FOR…

Father’s Day & Graduation Parties Special Set Party MENU A Call for info on our

FREE LOBSTER SPECIAL

377-5555 or 377-5566

99-115 Aiea Heights Dr. (Next to Aiea Bowl)

Lungfunghawaii.com • Open Daily 11am-9pm 5724 Kalanianaole Hwy • Niu Valley Shopping Center LOTS OF FREE PARKING

488-9727

•

Sunday, June 19th •

Brunch 9:30am–2:30pm $31.95

10% OFF

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

(No coupons for these specials)

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Up to 10 people

Egg Blossom Soup • Sweet Sour Spareribs Beef Broccoli • Salt & Pepper • Shrimp Steamed Fish Oyster Sauce Chicken • Gon Lo Mein • Steamed Rice Call for Menu B-$120 & Menu C-$140 Kam Shopping Center | 847-1234 • 841-8668 | M-Sun 10:30am - 8:30pm

5% OFF 16 oz. Porterhouse Steak with Soup of the Day and Side Salad $

Excludes set menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials. Not to be combined with any other offer. Expires 6/30/11.

27.99

Nice Day Chinese Seafood Restaurant Liliha Square by Times Supermarket

Add St. Louis Ribs for only $6 00 more

524-1628

Celebrating 10 Years!

Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am

10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash)

Dinner 4:30–9:30pm (near Airport and 99 Ranch Market)

99

$

Credit Card Sale Only (With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum & Regular Menu Items

Omelette, Waffle, Prime Rib Stations & Much More!

833-3728 • 2850 Paa St.

923-EGGS (3447)

Available Daily for Dine-in or Take-out

Cannot combine with other discounts

Father’s Day Brunch

343 Saratoga Road (808)

100 For 10 People

$

AIEA SHOPPING CENTER BYOB - no corkage fee

Manoa Marketplace 2752 Woodlawn Dr. 988-5923

3040 Waialae Ave. 734-0404 1831 Ala Moana Blvd 941-3444 Ala Moana Food Court 949-2120

1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

2440 Kuhio Ave. 922-5555

Paesano Ristorante Waimalu Plaza (across Safeway) 98-1277 Kaahumanu St. #119 485-8883

The Fat Greek

Stage Restaurant

Hy’s Steak House

Special Menu for10

Romanos Macaroni Grill Ala Moana Center Hookipa Terrace 356-8300

GREEK

Chai’s Island Bistro

$

ITALIAN

Waikiki Business Plaza 2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

Restaurant Row • 599-3860 Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

5% OFF

(Charge) • Happy Day Chinese Restaurant 3553 Waialae Avenue

738-8666

10% OFF(Cash) Must present coupon Expires 6/30/11

Excludes set menu; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, Char Siu & other specials.

AIEA/PEARLRIDGE 98-150 Kaonohi St. 487-9911 • WAIKIKI 1972 Kalakaua Ave. 942-2121 www.tonyromas.com

WHERE TO DINE Z Pizza

Hanaki Restaurant

Kochi

Ward Centre Auahi St. Shops 596-0066

Restaurant Suntory

Manoa Marketplace 2756 Woodlawn Drive 988-1551

1936 South King St. 941-2835

Royal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr. 922-5511

151 Hekili St., Kailua 230-8400

Hifumi Japanese Restaurant

Kozo Sushi

Chinese Cultural Plaza 536-3035

Hinone Mizunone

JAPANESE

1345 South King St. 942-4848

G Sushi Market City Shopping Center 2919 Kapiolani Blvd. #23 732-9661

Kobe Japanese Steak House

Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort 2552 Kalakaua Ave, 931-6286

Makino Chaya

Sekiya’s Restaurant & Delicatessen

98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

High Quality at Affordable Prices!

Sansei Seafood Restaurant

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

2746 Kaimuki Avenue 732-1656

Under New Management

40 Types of Dim Sum

20% OFF

Not to be combined with any other offer.

Daily

Take Out Orders FREE DESSERT with any purchase; Dine in only.

$

2.08

at Beretania

Open Daily 11am-10pm

15% OFF special offers. Beverages excluded.

Expires 6/24/11

Come hungry.

Also Available Curry & Steak Monday-Sunday 10:30am-2:30pm, 5pm–10pm

3579 Waialae Avenue 737-8820

Entertainment by Hawaii’s Best,

Melveen Leed

Free meal valid for kids 12 and under on “Just for Kids” menu.

Not valid with any other discounts, coupons or specials. Dine-in only.

SHRIMP TEMPURA LUNCH SPECIAL $8.95

Alaskan King Crab Legs & Prime Rib Buffet Brunch seating from 9:30 Dinner seating from 5:00

Hot & Cold Appetizers & Salads

Leave happy.

Alaskan King Crab Cake with Roasted Garlic Aioli • Kataifi & Macadamia Nut Crusted Jumbo Black Tiger Prawns • Thai Curry Puffs & More

ALA MOANA BLVD. • KUHIO AVE PEARL CITY • KANEOHE • HILO Ala Moana (Free Parking)

Entrées

Melveen Leed

HAPPY HOUR FRIDAYS 5:30-11pm

Take Out Orders with coupon.

(next to Maunakea Market in the center of Chinatown)

Lots of FREE Parking!

Receive one free Kid’s Meal with purchase of one dinner entree plus two beverages.

WITH COUPON Not to be combined with other

10% OFF

162 N. Hotel St. 521-3788

2065 S. Beretania Street • 946-3828

SUSHI BAR SPECIAL

with Dine In order & coupon.

Best Dim Sum in Hawaii! ing Take-out & Cater Welcomed

with any purchase; Dine in only.

losing 3:00 p.m.-C

FREE Dessert

Daily 7am - 4pm

Dinner Menu

2 Choice Teishoku Combo $

16.75- $20.75 Served with rice, miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles.

Choose from • Fried Oyster • Ebi Fry • Ahi Sashimi • Broiled Salmon Diced Steak • Miso Butterfish • Karaage • Pork Ginger Sizzling Hamburger Steak • Tempura • Tonkatsu and many more!

Bentos and assorted musubi available daily as well as ala carte specials

Alaskan King Crab Leg • Grilled Fresh Atlantic King Salmon • Roasted Prime Rib with Beef Jus • Mongolian Style Lamb Chops • Grilled Lemongrass Garlic Pork Tenderloin • Vegetarian Stir-fry with Tofu • Crispy Bacon, Sausage and Scambled Egg (for brunch only) • & More

OPEN 11 am - 9 pm Lunch 11 am - 5 pm Dinner 5 pm - 9 pm Closed Sundays

Mouth Watering Desserts

50% OFF DRAFT BEERS

$59 per person Parking along left side of Bldg and right side of bldg all stalls except 1-10

50% OFF for children under 12 years old FREE VALET PARKING • www.chefchai.com • Call 585-0011

Japanese Home Style Restaurant “Hinone Mizunone” Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN cooked completely by “Ogama”.

1345 S. King Street Corner of S. King St. & Sheridan St. Close to Ala Moana Shpg Cntr & Wal Mart TEL.

942-4848

www.fujio-food.com

1ST ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL June 26 thru July 1, 2011

Gift tes Certifica Available

50% OFF

Tofu Broth Our signature chicken broth with the addition of nutritious silken tofu and garnished with fresh spring onion. $8.99

Two New Broths: Spicy Beef & Fermented Tofu With ad; Not to be combined with any other offer. Valid 6/26 - 7/1/11

941-1115

Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana St., 1960 Kapiolani Blvd #116., Hon. HI 96826 Mon-Sun 11am - 2pm; 5pm - 11pm / Open till midnight on Friday & Saturday • www.mccullysc.com DINING OUT | JUNE 12 - 18, 2011 | 25

WHERE TO DINE Sushi San

Sushi Ichiban

1411 Kapiolani Blvd, Suite 1 944-0670

3579 Waialae Ave. 737-8820

KOREAN

Yakiniku Million 626 Sheridan St. 596-0799

Frog House Restaurant Sumo Ramen

Tanaka of Tokyo

Kaneohe 234-6868 Kapolei 693-8808 Market City 737-1868 Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186 Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-8082 99 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139

East, in King’s Village, 922-4233 Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza, 922-4702 West in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

1604 Kalakaua Ave. 951-9370

Richo

MEDITERRANEAN

3008 Waialae Ave. 734-2222

The Pyramid Restaurant

Sikdorak Korean Restaurant Sushi Company 1111 McCully Street 947-5411

Ton Ton Ramen 95-050 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu 677-5388

758 Kapahulu Avenue 737-2900

Sam Sung Plaza 655 Keeaumoku St., #108 949-2890

FREE Mexican Coffee Redeem this ad and recieve a free coffee with the purchase of any breakfast entree.

Limit one coffee per entree. Limited Time Only.

Summer Rolls $3.49 Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon.

Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 6/30/11

Military w/ID receive 10% OFF facebook.com/phomylienhawaii AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE

2740 East Manoa Rd • 988-8118 • M-Sat 11am-9pm • Sun 8am-8pm 41-865 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo • 259-7374 • M-Sat 11am-8pm • Sun 8am-8pm

Best “Japanese Style” Shabu Shabu in Hawaii

w/coupon. Exp. 6/18/11

M-Sat 11am-2pm Dinner Nightly 5pm-10pm Validated Parking

1221 Kapiolani Blvd. 597-1655

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WESTRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER • 488-4900

All You Can Eat Featuring

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

Crab Legs & BBQ Ribs

NIGHTLY 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Lunch $16.95 adults / $10 children Dinner $20.95 adults / $12 children

Teriyaki Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.95 Daily Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$23.95 Sukiyaki Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20.95 Teriyaki Steak & Chicken Combo . .$21.95 Kama‘aina & Military Discount Available (with proper ID)

Ala Carte Menu also available Party Room Available for 20-80 people Open Daily 10am to 9:30pm FREE Ample Parking @ FHB after hours

Maple Garden/Yen King 909 Isenberg Street • 941-6641 www.MapleGardenHawaii.com

1841 Ala Moana Blvd. present a valid local ID for offer. cannot be combined with any other specials or coupons. 2nd entree must be of equal or lesser value. some restrictions apply. Expires 06-12-2011

Between Ilikai & Hilton Hawaiian Village

941-4444

Dinner served from 5:30 nightly. Valet parking available. Not valid with any other offer.

WHERE TO DINE MEXICAN

OKAZUYA

El Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant 99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727

SHABU SHABU

Souvaly Thai Cuisine

Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering

Shabu Shabu Bangkok

2710 S. King St. 946-2073

“Thai Style” Hot Pot 949 Kapahulu Ave. • 732-7666

803 Kam Hwy. 455-5888

VIETNAMESE

Shabu Shabu House Serg’s Mexican Kitchen 2740 East Manoa Rd 988-8118

“Japanese Style” Hot Pot 1221 Kapiolani Blvd. #108 597-1655

PACIFIC RIM 3660 on the Rise

41-865 Kalaniaole Hwy (Waimanalo) 259-7374

Pho Kitchen 2919 Kapiolani Blvd.

735-8488

THAI

3660 Waialae Ave. 737-1177

Bangkok Chef Wahoo’s Fish Taco

The Ocean House Restaurant

940 Auahi St. #140 591-1646

2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel 923-2277

Celebrate Your Graduate’s Achievement!

$1 OFF Any Bread

Create Your Own Graduation Menu from $10.95 per person.

Pupu, Custom, Hawaiian & Prime Rib Menus also available!

purchases over $4 Must present coupon • exp. 6/16/11

Available for events booked through August 31, 2011.

677-7744 to order or visit www.acateredexperience.com for more info.

KIDS EAT FREE MONDAY & TUESDAY KIDS - Ages 2 to 7 years old.

1 Child per Adult

Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread Sundried Tomato Cheesebread Foccacia Derecco Walnut Raisin Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread Buckwheat Fig

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FREE ENTREE ON YOUR B-DAY!

Now accepting reservations and catering for

no corkage fee

with Mediterranean Sauces, Basmati Rice, Pita Bread and Greek Salad. www.thefatgreek.net

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50 Different Items to Choose From

FATHER’S DAY!

BYOB

Fresh Broiled Salmon

1936 S. King St. Local Japanese Style Dining Dinner 5 - Midnight • Late Pupus 10 - 2am

2752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa Marketplace

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BIRTHDAY PERSON w/Valid ID & 2 ADULT (guests) to qualify.

FREE ENTREE (up to $19 value).

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

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Private Party Rooms Available

LUNCH 10:30am-2:30pm...$15.95 DINNER 2:30pm-10pm......$22.95

“Cuisine of the Philippines”

Waialae - 734-0404

Waikiki - 941-3444

Ala Moana - 949-2120

3040 Waialae Ave. (Corner of St. Louis & Waialae) Open Daily 11am-10pm

1831 Ala Moana Blvd.

(Between Ilikai & Kobe) Open Daily 11am-10pm

Ala Moana Food Court Mall Hours

SUMMER IS PARTY TIME Book Your’s NOW! 692-9880

941-2835

TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

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590 Farrington Hwy Kapolei Marketplace

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“All Natural no added chemicals”

Minimum 25 guests, delivery fees may apply.

HO HO Chinese Cuisine

98-150 Kaonohi St. 488-4900

DAILY BREAD SPECIALS

988-4310 Call

Pho My Lien

1627 Nuuanu Ave. • 585-8839 2955 E. Manoa Rd. • 988-0212 900 N. Nimitz Hwy. • 536-8570

Call For Group Rates!

9 50 15 95

Seafood Lunch ...... starting at $ Seafood-Crableg Dinner Buffet ...... starting at $

Pork Hash Manapua Special Shrimp Half Moon Steamed $1.25 Dumplings $.70 Baked $1.35 $.70 Manapua Station • Open Mon.-Sat. 6AM • Sun. 8AM

801 Dillingham (next to Costco) Since 1945

94-300 Farrington Hwy, Waipahu (next to Savers)

951-MAXS (6297) www.maxsofmanila.com

FREE PARKING!

2494 S. Beretania St.

Father’s Day ~ Sunday, June 19, 2011 DIM SUM BUFFET

DINNER BUFFET

Seating at: 10AM and 12PM

Seating at: 5:00PM and 7:00PM

FEATURING: Hong Kong Style Dim Sum Soups & Salads Beef Broccoli, Salt & Pepper Shrimp, Orange Chicken More Entrées & Desserts

FEATURING: Roasted Pig, Snow Crab Legs, Prime Rib, Peking Duck w/Bun, and Shrimp Cocktail Soups & Salads Stir Fried Entrees More Entrées & Desserts Adults $27.99

Adults $21.99

Seniors 60 & Over $17.99 Children ages 3 -12 $13.99

Seniors 60 & Over $24.99 Children ages 3 -12 $17.99

www.themandalayhawaii.com Excluding all coupons and other discounts. Dine-in only.

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

Free Parking Mon- Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & Sun

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tableside @ Paesano Ristorante S

erving it up Italian-style, Paesano Ristorante Italiano has just what you need when you’re in search of fine dining at an affordable price. With a wide selection of pasta dishes on the menu, as well as seafood entrees — such as the Seafood Combination — there’s something for everyone. Paesano Ristorante Italiano is located at Waimalu Plaza Shopping Center and Manoa Marketplace, and open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (lunch) and from 5 to 9 p.m. (dinner). Call 485.8883 or 988.5923.

Above: Paesano manager Noi Malavong, at left, and owner Nila Rattanasamay present the famous Seafood Combination ($20.90, small portion; $25.90, regular portion) Inset: The Seafood Combination is any seafood lover’s dream come true.

1 | Owner Billy Rattanasamay with his friendly staff Anthony Rattanasamay, Noi Malavong, Timothy Liu, Brett Asato and Aaron Zheng. 2 | Kelly and Terrie Green, with Melanie Jackson and David Leonard 3 | Jeff, Leah and Michael Chang 4 | Mele, Eola, Stan and Bernadette Manoa 5 | Ray and Marge Fabre 6 | Cameron Octavio, with Kellie, Floyd, Sharon, Reyna and Derek Nakamura Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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