Maple Garden Restaurant

909 Isenberg St
Honolulu, HI 96826

nic f. writes: when the hulafamily comes together, we always eat here.  we're not a picky bunch but some of us are foodies and this place makes everyone, even gung gung, happy.  the duck is like heaven on earth.  their cake noodles, my favorite dish ever that i can…

Down To Earth Natural Foods & Lifestyle

2525 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Anita L. writes: To be able to find something like this here in Honolulu is truly a blessing. I was afraid that I wouldn't be able to purchase all the organic items we were used to in the Bay Area. The funniest thing was, the minute we went in there, my 5 yr old went…

Camellia Buffet

930 McCully St
Honolulu, HI 96826

Liz T. writes: I love Korean BBQ and I think if I was pregnant (or in another image-unconscious state), I'd come here to take advantage of the $11.95 lunch buffet more often. It's not hard to eat your money's worth, which is more than I can say for other…

Dong Yang Inn

546 Olive Ave
Wahiawa, HI 96786

Sylvia D. writes: I love Dong Yang....seriously.

Anybody that I've taken there that hasn't eaten there before fall in love with the meat jun.  The fried zucchini, man doo and kal bi are awesome as well.  

The only reason it gets four stars is of course the cleanliness…

Dole Plantation

64-1550 Kamehameha Highway
Wahiawa, HI 96786

Liz T. writes: If you love pineapples, you'll love this place. Inside the store there's a cutting demonstration on the half hour (i.e. free pineapple)! You can also get Dole Whip, a refreshing pineapple sorbet. Everything for sale here you can find for less at…

Halona Blowhole

Hanauma Bay
Kalanianole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96805

Kristina R. writes: Halona Blowhole is a must see for tourists and locals alike.  But really, who doesn't like a blowhole?

I've even been called one myself before.  And people LOOOOVE me.

O'ahu

Honolulu, HI 96805

Berna .. writes: My family moved from San Diego to O'ahu when I was seven - and I grew up there, went to school (all the way through college - GO BOWS!), and moved after graduating.  

Like every other place in the world, O'ahu has its share of downfalls (somewhat…

Orchids

The Halekulani Hotel
2199 Kalia Rd
Honolulu, HI 96815

Liz T. writes: I was more impressed with the postcard-perfect setting than the food in front of me. The breakfast choices are boring and limited--stuff you could whip up in your own kitchen if you didn't sleep in until noon on Sundays.

My omelette was ok--the herbs…

Alan Wong's Pineapple Room

Ala Moana Shopping Center
Macy's, 3rd Floor
Honolulu, HI 96814

Liz T. writes: This place is packed all the time. Sure, the food is better than the Food Court and the drinks are refreshing after hours of shopping, but it's kind of overpriced for its location in Macy's.

I've only been here once and I had the Pan Steamed Mahi…

Safeway Food & Drug

590 Farrington Hwy Ofc
Kapolei, HI 96707

Sammy S. writes: Sometimes I dream about poke.

There I am, amidst a field of seaweed salad and large tubs of different sorts of poke, and I'm all faklemped because I can't decide between the ahi, salmon, shrimp or tofu poke. And I start shvitzing and then my dream…

Maui Tacos Kailua

539 Kailua Rd Ste 102
Kailua, HI 96734

Kristina R. writes: Whenever I see a place with signed pictures of celebrities hanging on the wall, I say, "YES!  We are sooo eating here."  Why?  Because it's got to be good if Sharon Stone and Sammy Hagar like it, right?  Ok, so it's not the best place to eat in…

Buzz's Original Steak House

413 Kawailoa Road
Kailua, HI 96734

Kristina R. writes: I saw Michelle Pfeiffer eat here.  She owns a home in the neighborhood.

She's a lovely, thin, stick-figure of a woman, and she eats like a lumberjack.  Just a lil' FYI.

Other than that, the meal was pretty much forgettable.  Although the atmosphere is…

Luana Hills Country Club

770 Auloa Rd
Kailua, HI 96734

Kristina R. writes: I was invited here by some friends who live in Kailua.  They took me to a dinner buffet.  There was luau pork, roast beef, chicken, lamb and prime rib.  There were about 10 different types of salads, including pasta and orzo.  I ate about five pieces…

Lanikai Juice Co

572 Kailua Rd
Kailua, HI 96734

Kristina R. writes: There are days so hot on the Islands, I would probably lick the condensation off of a park bench to quench an evil, heat-induced thirst.  Not that I want that to be on my tombstone, or anything.

So that said, I can honestly say I'm not picky about…

Kalapawai Market

306 South Kalaheo Avenue
Kailua, HI 96734

John S. writes: Awesome sandwiches from this little market next to the beach!

Trade Secret

98-1005 Moanalua Rd
Pearlridge Center
Aiea, HI 96701

jacqui w. writes: I went to Penny the week before my sister's wedding and got a color, cut, and highlight.  She did it all at the same time!  It didnt take four hours or anything.  I was out and ready to go in under two hours AND i had fun just sitting there talkin…

Ninja Sushi

345 Hahani St #A2
Kailua, HI 96734

Karla B. writes: This is my favorite place to get sushi!!! I highly recommend the Lion Maki but also enjoy the Superman and Tiger. Although I haven't had much of a problem with it being too busy, I utilize the option of calling-in my order ahead of time and it's…

Kalapawai Cafe & Deli

750 Kailua Rd
Kailua, HI 96734

Edwina K. writes: Definitely my favorite lunch place in Kailua.  It's a perfect place to wind down after some beach time.  Came here for lunch yesterday and this was my husband's first time.  

I ordered the Kailua Club sandwhich: fresh multi-grain bread, avo spread,…

Ho'omaluhia Botanical Gardens

45-680 Luluku Road
Kaneohe, HI 96744

Mason T. writes: It is absolutely amazing here. Serene and beautiful. Until we showed up.
Six travelers in a four seater convertible. We park, walk down a trail, and start setting up camp.

When at a store earlier I thought it would be a great idea to throw a jungle…

Koa Pancake House

46-126 Kahuhipa St
Kaneohe, HI 96744

Squid S. writes: For some reason I love their coffee.  I think they put MSG in side of it.  Their prices has gone up since the "hana bada" days of old but it's still my kid time (and adult time) favorite - when i'm in Kaneohe that is.  I moved to Honolulu to be close…

Max's Restaurant

94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1
Waipahu, HI 96797

foodpic G. writes: My hubby and I tried a fairly new restaurant called Max's of Manila. It's a Filipino restaurant known for their Chicken. We have yet to try the Chicken, but we did have some Filipino dishes. I must say, this is the best Filipino place I've been to.…

Bar 35

35 N. Hotel St.
Honolulu, HI 96805

kainanny c. writes: bar35... i love this place!

first of all, do not ever sit inside. i didn't discover the outside bar until after my 5th visit to this place and i was pretty pissed that i didn't know about it until then. it's hawaii! get drunk and sit outside! the bar…

Iolani Palace

364 S King St
Honolulu, HI 96805

Kristina R. writes: Beautiful, serene, elegant, and all those Archetectual Digest words that make you green with envy.  But if you've got a Hamilton or two, you can pretend you live in a palace and play house with the Hawaiian Monarchy for a couple of hours.  

You have…

Four Seasons at Manele Bay

One Manele Bay Road
P.O. Box 631380
Lanai City, HI 96805

Autumn K. writes: My massage last night inspired me to reflect on notable massages past and Thus, we come to the Four Seasons at Manele Bay, the best massage I've ever had in the 50 United States by a man whose name I can not remember. Should you find yourself…

Goma Tei Ramen Restaurant

1200 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Isao K. writes: This is my favorite noodle house on the island. They have bomb noodles, and the veggie tan-tan is killer. They have good cold noodles, and bomb chicken apparently. If you get brotha cody as a server, be sure to hook it up!

Cupcake Boutique

1200 Ala Moana Blvd
# 410
Honolulu, HI 96805

Keane L. writes: Driving around Hawaii looking for a present for a girl I barely know:

$40.

http://www.yelp.com/bi...:

$22.

A genuinely appreciative smile that melts my soul:

fucking priceless.

Yakiniku Hiroshi

339 Royal Hawaiian Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96805

Cliff C. writes: This has got to be one of the best meat/grilling spots ever, either in Hawaii or the mainland. We met some friends who live in Hawaii here, and they said it was their hands down favorite restaurant in Hawaii. They knew all the waiters and chefs and…

Sushi-Koh

250 Beach Walk
Honolulu, HI 96805

Dan V. writes: Okay, they have one of my favorite things in the world here:

Miruhimo.  It's the guts/liver of a giant clam.  If you're ever in NYC, go to Yasuda and get this sashimi style.  You will die of deliciousness.

But if you're in Waikiki, go to Sushi-Koh.…

Palomino Restaurant Rotisseria Bar

66 Queen St
Honolulu, HI 96813

Consuela P. writes: It's an upscale part restaurant, part rotisseria and part bar with chic ambiance and this place is all about glass, marble, mahogany, art pieces, wall decor and very impressive lighting. It's upper class and elegant, but somehow relaxed.
A couple…

Brasserie Du Vin

1115 Bethel St
Honolulu, HI 96813

NotThatSassy G. writes: What a cute and fabulous place.  Went for happy hour had the escargot and fish du jour how yummy! The food was wonderful and sitting on the patio getting drunk off delicious red wine what better way to spend a late afternoon. Great for a date, but…

Da Kine Bail Bonds

1381 Queen Emma St
Honolulu, HI 96813

Ralph M. writes: These guys are a bunch of scumbags.

Reliable Shuttle

PO Box 88556
Honolulu, HI 96830

MiRIAM w. writes: I arrived in Honolulu today to a few challenges:

Luggage is not allowed on public buses in Honolulu.

Most shuttles from the airport go to Waikiki but not to Hawaii Kai where I was headed.

Enter Reliable. About 10 minutes after calling them a van…

Hideaway

Kalakaua Ave & McCully St
Behind the 7-11
Honolulu, HI 96806

christa w. writes: not the only dive bar but totally the only dive bar.

Gazen

2840 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96806

demur e. writes: I was surprised when I walked into Gazen recently.  It's dark and more sophisticated looking than I imagined.  But the most important question:  How was the food?

Food:  Very good.  Served mostly izakaya style (as most new places do).  Special drinks…

Neiman Marcus

Ala Moana Ctr
Honolulu, HI 96813

Keane L. writes: I only go into Neiman Marcus for two reasons:

1.) They have the nicest bathrooms in the mall.
2.) The shiny butterflies above the escalators are pretty.

But the last time I went in, I actually looked through their expensive shit and tried on a blazer by…

Ala Moana Beach Park

1201 Ala Moana Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814

Kristina R. writes: Basically, nature's giant kiddie pool...but for adults, like me, with a terrible, unreasonable fear of jellyfish, drowning, piranha, snapping turtles, orca whales, sharks, electric eels, sharp coral reefs, falling rocks, dolphins with lasers on their…

Daiei -- Closed - now Don Quixote

801 Kaheka Street
Honolulu, HI 96814

elisa h. writes: i like to call this place "Donki".  anyways, this place to me is a circus.  during my last trip to hawaii, i must have come here 6 different occasions (my trip was 8 days long).  this place is pretty much one-stop shopping and it's fun to see what…

Cookie Corner the

1550 Hart St
Honolulu, HI 96817

Chelsea A. writes: It's been a while since I've eaten a cookie from the Cookie Corner, but when my boyfriend's family came up, they brought Cookie Corner Cookies! OMG! I had forgotten how delectable they were! They were sooo good, you can just taste the butter going…

Yohei Sushi Restaurant

1111 Dillingham Blvd Ste E1A
Honolulu, HI 96817

Joshua C. writes: While I love all foods (except mint and bitter melon), I'm perpetually searching for amazing Italian cuisine and beautiful nigiri sushi. While I found the former mostly on the mainland (or in Italy), the later is available right here in Hawaii (or…