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what’s inside?That’s EntertainmentWhen it comes to greatfood and entertainment, AlWaterson-style, nothingbeats Don Ho’s | Page 3

Happy AnniversaryRuth’s Chris Steak Houseowner Randy Schoch invitesall to celebrate 45 years ofservice with a special menu,round-trip giveaway | Page 5

DINING OUTtext and photos by Jo McGarry

T A B L E T A L K @ H A W A I I . R R . C O M

ono, you know

Like yin and yang, and ice

cream and cake, there are

just some things that are

meant to be together. The same

holds true when it comes to a

good old juicy burger and

steamy hot French fries. And we

finally think it’s time the French

fry deserves to shine in a golden

glory all its own.

The culinary origin of the

French fry began in European

countries, including Belgium,

France and Spain as early as the

1700s. Commonly referred to as

fried potatoes at the time, it was

the United States that popular-

ized the thin style of fries we

now see in many restaurants to-

day.

We scouted the Windward side

of the island for the most

fiendishly fantastic, “ono, you

know” fries, and came across

several so mouth-watering tasty,

we didn’t mind putting in an ex-

tra hour on the treadmill. So, the

next time someone asks you,

“Would you like fries with that?”

at the following establishments,

the answer should be a definitive

and resounding, “YES!”

Founded in 1998, with four lo-

cations islandwide, this burger

joint with a 50s theme and a sim-

ple menu of burgers, fries and

shakes has undoubtedly made a

name for itself when it comes to

quality food and customer serv-

ice. All items are prepared to or-

der, and Ted Tsakiris, co-owner

of the diner-like eatery, says its

fries are some of the best by far.

“People think of French fries

kind of like a side thought or af-

terthought because it’s usually a

side dish, but for us it’s a big

thing. Many people will say our

fries rock and they won’t even

mention our burgers — and

we’re known for our burgers!”

On the menu is a vast selec-

tion of “Fries-n-Sides,” including

Teddy’s Extra Crispy Fries ($1.99

small; $2.79 large),

Spicy, Garlic or

Cheese Fries

($2.49 small;

$3.29 large),

Tots ($2.49

small; $3.29

large) and

Onion Rings

($3.29).

Our fa-

vorite is

the Spicy

Fries —

a n d

y o u

bet-

ter

believe it, these fries are sizzling

— dare I say, caliente! — in a

smoking hot way! The seasoning

consists of TBB’s special mix of

Cajun red-eye seasoning, black-

ened seasoning and cayenne

pepper. Yet, what makes these

fries extra special is the sweet

and tangy sauce that perfectly

accompanies it. “You have the

heat from the Cajun, and then

you have this sweet sauce that

kind of smooths it out,” Tsakiris

explains.

It’s nothing but the real deal at

Teddy’s. Come in with a hearty

appetite because the portions

are generous. “We make sure the

fry bags are stuffed because

they’re so great!”

Teddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger Burgers

– See page 11

The GoldenAge ofFrench friesBy Alana Folen

Left: The Spicy Fries at Teddy’s Bigger BurgersRight: The author says “Cheese, please!” forL&R’s Garlic Cheese Fries

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As a Dessert Sweet Potatoes servedwith Cinn sugar & Vanilla gelato(Single Scoop $5.95 & Double

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$3.95-add on order)

We are also offering Sweet Potato Fries

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SAUTEEDMUSHROOM

BURGERS

At Don Ho’s Island Grill,you might expect tohear the strains of

‘Tiny Bubbles’ driftingthrough the restaurant astourists come in search ofmemories of the late, much-loved entertainer. But themusical legend also is hon-ored in a living, breathingand highly energetic wayeach week as a talent searchfor Hawaii’s most-gifted en-tertainers takes place at therestaurant that bears hisname.

Al Waterson, the multi-tal-ented singer, actor, humoristand professional emceehosts Sunday night talentsearches and Thursdaynight reviews, along with hiswife and longtime entertain-ment manager, NancyBernal.

I met them at Don Ho’s tocheck out the menu (try thecalamari and chef Robert

Dennis’ Hawaiian plate whenyou go), and to chat about“Al Waterson and You.”

JM: I know that you’ve beenhere at Don Ho’s for morethan nine years, but whendid “Al Waterson and You”begin?

AW: Oh, way back. We’vebeen doing this in one formor another for 28 years. Westarted with lyric sheets andan 8-Track. And Don Ho and Igo way back, too, so longthat I can’t even remember(laughs). Don used to stopby the shows here, and thewinners would join him onstage at his show in Waikiki.

JM: So you showcase talentas well as search for talent?

NB: Yes. Primarily, it’s asinging competition wherewe are looking for talent, but

at the same time we’re pro-viding a showcase for newtalent. We have a lot of peo-ple from the industry —agents, promoters, and alltypes of people who comeeach week. This is one of therare places where all agesare encouraged to partici-pate and perform.

JM: And you have somepretty big stars that havewalked across the stage.

AW: Nancy has been work-ing with young talent forsuch a long time; she doesan amazing job. And DonHo’s is a great environmentfor people to come. Theycan relax, enjoy the food, theentertainment. There’s nocharge for the competition,we just ask that people sup-port the restaurant. We pro-

cover story

– See page 4

By Jo McGarry

Above: Signature dishes include friedcalamari and crab cakes.

Top left: A view of HonoluluHarbor, beyond the Luau plate, ispart of the Don Ho’s experience.

Right: Chef Robert Denniskeeps the food simple, yetdelicious.

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The Show Must Go On at Don Ho’s

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mote a sense of camaraderie and

family fun here and it’s a very

pleasurable experience. And for

the performers it’s an opportunity

to be judged by professionals. Our

panel of judges is always made up

of industry professionals.

JM: You have to be at least 6

years old to enter competition

and there’s no upper age limit. Do

you think that children are more

precocious now than ever before?

NB: I think that the children are

getting better each year and they

just want to be seen and heard.

The talent is getting so much

stronger — when they come in

they are already prepared and

mostly they go on and have a re-

ally good time. Sometimes people

who don’t win will still get no-

ticed and be given opportunities.

So it’s a good, nurturing environ-

ment for children — and every-

one. And it’s not just about

singing. Casting directors often

come to our shows and request

performers audition for movies,

commercials, etc.

JM: It seems fitting that a talent

search for entertainers is being

held at Don Ho’s.

AW: Yes. It’s like we’re continuing

Don’s legacy … it’s a good feeling

here. What’s so great about the

evenings is that they are for any-

body and everybody — all types

of music, all kinds of people. You

never know who you’re going to

meet or hear.

JM: You’ve probably tried every-

thing on the menu here. What’s

your favorite dish?

AW: The Surfboard Pizza and the

sweet chili sauce chicken wings.

Can’t get enough of those. I’m a

chicken wing man.

NB: Oh, there’s so many, but if I

had to choose one, it would be

the Surfboard Pizza. Not only

does it taste great, the presenta-

tion is delightful. They place two

big cans of pineapple on your

table and it’s used to elevate a

mini surfboard. The pizza rests on

that and everyone loves it be-

cause no one does pizza like that.

Don Ho’s is perfect for par-

ties, fundraisers, and they

even have weddings here.

It’s a friendly atmosphere

and it won’t break the bank.

Great Entertainment, Food at Don Ho’s

Left: A Luau plate is the chef’s recommen-dation from the menu at Don Ho’s.

Bottom left: Al Waterson, with managerand wife Nancy Bernal.

Bottom right: A Don Ho’s favorite — thecheese and bacon burg-

er.

– From page 3

Don Ho’s Island Grill Where:Aloha Tower, Marketplace

Hours:Open daily for lunch and dinner

11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sunday Brunch

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Call:528.0807

Al Waterson and YouSinging Competitions and Open MicWhen:Every Sunday 6-9 p.m.

Notes:Al Waterson is joined

by guest artists.

6-8 p.m.

No cover charge for

either evening.

Contact:Nancy Bernal

947.5736

Website:nancybernal@aol.com

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Celebrate Your BirthdayWith us and

With just two weeks left in July,

there’s still time to head over to

Ruth’s Chris Steak House for a spe-

cial menu, and the chance to win a wine-

friendly trip to San Francisco.

The popular steak house is celebrating its

45th anniversary nationwide (it’s the 20th

anniversary of the original restaurant open-

ing in Hawaii) with a $45 complete menu and

a trip to San Francisco as part of the summer

celebration.

The $45 menu continues a Ruth’s Chris

Hawaii tradition that began a year ago when

each of the steak houses offered reduced-

price, fixed-price meals. The “prime time”

meals soon became so popular that the spe-

cials now run throughout the evening.

On the menu until July 31, you’ll find

Louisiana Gumbo or Steak House Salad,

Steak and Cajun Shrimp, Rib-eye, Veal Chop

or Stuffed Chicken Breast served with a se-

lection of the steak house famous side

dishes, including potatoes and creamed

spinach. Dessert is the utterly addictive and

artfully presented Bread Pudding. For those

with simpler and less calorific tastes, ice

cream or sorbet is also offered.

The restaurant has partnered with

Guenoc Winery to bring Hawaii residents

an exciting contest and the opportunity to

try some of Guenoc’s best wines. Featured

selections include Langtry Guenoc Valley

2006 Chardonnay for just $10 a glass ($40

bottle), and Langtry Napa Valley 2005

Cabernet Sauvignon for $11.25 a glass ($45

a bottle).

“We’ve had a long relationship with

Guenoc since the days when Orville Ma-

goon owned the winery,” says Ruth’s Chris

owner and CEO of Desert Island Restau-

rants, Randy Schoch. “The Hawaii connec-

tion at the winery remains a strong one.”

The San Francisco Trip includes round-

trip airfare for two, with two nights VIP ac-

commodation at the beautiful Langtry

Estate, where actress and estate owner Lil-

lie Langtry lived. The prize also includes a

VIP dinner and tour of the winery.

Schoch has just returned from a visit to

Guenoc and remains enthused about the

partnership between the winery and his

restaurants.

inside feature

Ruth’s Chris Turns the Big 4-5

– See page 6

Steak house celebrating anniversary with special menu, trip giveawayBy Jo McGarry

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Above: The $45 menu at Ruth’s Chris offers guests a choice of many signature dishes. Above Right: BarbecueShrimp, a favorite for decades. Above Far Right: Randy Schoch celebrates 20 years as CEO of Desert IslandRestaurants, the company that also oversees management of Romano’s Macaroni Grill franchises in Hawaii.

Featuring

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“Guenoc make wonderful wines, and

we’ve always enjoyed the Hawaii connec-

tion between the winery and the islands.

The wines are a perfect fit for our 20 years

in Hawaii, but we’ll be serving them long af-

ter the anniversary celebrations are over,”

he says.

Local produce is also a perfect fit for

Hawaii’s favorite steak house — and

there’s a variety of locally grown food on

the menu at Ruth’s Chris these days.

“We can’t improve on our steaks,” says

Schoch, “but we have been able to support

local agriculture by including as much lo-

cal produce as possible on our menus.”

That means ripe tomatoes from Ka-

muela, sweet onions from Kula and a farm-

to-table commitment to support local

agriculture.

And while the well-established steak

house is something of a tradition in Hawaii,

Schoch is not about to rest on his laurels.

Staying on top, he says, is all about chang-

ing with the times while keeping core val-

ues steady.

“You know, we believe in the things that

we have always done,” he says.

“We believe in providing a great

product, with good servers, in a

great atmosphere. It’s not rocket

science, but it is about honoring

our guests and giving them the

best experience possible.”

on the menu inside feature

HHiirroosshhii’’ss LLooccaallllyy GGrroowwnn MMeennuu

Left: One of the restaurant’s populardesserts: bread pudding with strawber-ries on top

– From page 5

Ruth’s ChrisSteak House

Where:Restaurant Row

500 Ala Moana Blvd.

Honolulu

Call:599.3869

Website:ruthschris.com

Every Sunday and Mon-

day, Hiroshi Fukui, the

executive chef of Hi-

roshi’s at Restaurant Row,

prepares a menu using the

best locally grown produce.

Seasonal, sensational, and

generally a showcase for

completely new dishes, the

four-course meal offers

guests the opportunity to try

new foods and find out what

island farmers are growing.

On the menu this month, you’ll find a

tender sous vide of lobster tail. “We cook

the lobster tail at about 140 degrees in a

cryovac (vacuum) bag and then sear it

and serve it with squid ink pasta and Brus-

sels sprouts,” explains Fukui.

The colorful plate is artfully presented

— with the shiny black pasta strands and

bright green sprout leaves garnishing the

plate. “People either love or hate sprouts,”

says Fukui. “But they are a great vegetable,

and they add color and texture to the

dish.”

While the aim of the locally grown menu

series is to support local farmers and to in-

troduce their products to the

public, the meals also are a

great test market for new

dishes that might eventually

make it to the Hiroshi’s

menu. Look for July’s Maui

Cattle Beef Teriyaki Sushi to

become a keeper.

And naturally, you can rely

on some outstanding wine-

pairing suggestions from the

restaurant’s master somme-

lier, Chuck Furuya.

““LLooccaallllyy GGrroowwnn”” MMeennuu …… @@ HHiirroosshhii

EEuurraassiioonn TTaappaass

Chef Fukui will feature a new “locally

grown” four-course menu each month on

Sundays and Mondays only. The charge is

$35 per person (not including tax and gra-

tuity)

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•• MMaauuii CCaattttllee BBeeeeff TTeerriiyyaakkii SSuusshhii.. PPickled

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•• SSoouuss VViiddee ooff KKoonnaa CCoolldd LLoobbsstteerr TTaaiill..

Squid ink pasta, brussels sprout, red

jalapeno and beurre blanc, white truffle oil

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Farm’s long beans, Big Island heart of palm

with foie gras ponzu demi and pasta

•• HHaawwaaiiiiaann VVaanniillllaa BBeeaann PPaannnnaa CCoottttaa..

Fresh fruits with mango sorbet

Call now and be sure to mention that

you are having the Locally Grown Menu.

Make your reservations at 533.4476.

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Top: Chef Hiroshi Fukui

Above: Squid ink pasta and Brussels sproutsadd color and texture to Kona Cold Lobster Tail.

Right: Locally farmed beef teriyaki sushi

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Are more super-markets lookinglike restaurants?

The profile of thesupermarket deli hasmorphed from coldcuts, cheeses, andparty platters to fabu-lous ready-to-eatentrees, side dishes,and everything inbetween. We marvel atthe variety of meals andtake-out specialty itemsnow being offered atthe grocery store.

Time-pressed societyseems to be leaving thecooking to chefs, opting for more store-to-table meals. Offering bentos to gourmetfare, here are our top picks for supermar-ket dining.

Foodland FarmsThe Foodland Farms concept was a

response to the farm-fresh, locavore trendamong foodies. Trend schmend, we justlove the expansive deli section that takesup the entire makai portion of the store.It’s a wonderland of the best-preparedfoods in town, including Boar’s Head pre-mium deli meats and cheeses on heapingsandwiches ($5.99). Italian gelato ($2.99-$4.99), Ace sushi made on the spot, signa-ture meat loaf made with Portuguesesausage ($2.99) and the most compli-mented Poke Bar (from $5.49 lb) crownedby white crab inamona poke. Add thehand-selected gourmet products and vin-tages of the R. Field Wine Co., and you’llsee why this is at the top of our list.

Foodland Farms820 Hind Drive, Aina Haina

373.2222

Whole Foods MarketSince this new kid came to town, we’ve

been smitten with its natural, all-organicproducts. We wander through its deli sec-tion like a child in a toy store, wantingeverything in sight. Row after row of hotand cold food buffets ($8.99 lb) test our

self-serve tolerance. Signature build-your-own sandwiches ($8.99-$10.99) makeSubway look amateur. They’ve evenadapted to the local palate with Koreanspicy pork and unagi bowl meals (from$6). Don’t get me started on the freshlymade pizza (from $6.99) they shovel outof the oven into your face. To eat smartand look smart, dine here.

Whole Foods Market4211 Waialae Ave, Kahala Mall

738.0820

SafewayThis national chain has endeared itself

to local shoppers, who especially raveabout its delis. The one at Kapahulureigns as the Signature Café. With freeWiFi, it’s a destination for socializing anddining. Most of its ono selections, fromsalad bar, hot foods, to gourmet condi-ments are priced by the pound ($4-$9).Sushi; deli sandwiches; Italian panini;freshly-made soups; breakfast, lunch anddinner buffets; and a chiller full of interna-tional cheeses will dazzle you. If you can’tfind what you want at the deli — thatwould surprise us — there’s an entire gro-cery store to satisfy your whims. See youat the checkout.

Safeway888 Kapahulu Ave.

733.2600

Times Super MarketThey call it a Taste of

Times, and everydaylines of customers selecttheir meals from the hotfood counter, sandwichboard, sushi counter,poke bar, and bentotables. Most popular is arotating menu of platelunches (from $5.99 withdrink) that includemouth-watering choicessuch as grilled SterlingSilver top sirloin steak,Italian salmon, Hawaiianplate, and huli-huli chicken. Comic GrantKawasaki’s Hanapaa Sushi chefs offer spe-cialties such as spicy tuna dynamite roll($6.99) and shrimp tempura nigiri ($3.99).If you’ve got the time, we’ve got the place.

Times Super Market1290 S. Beretania St.

532.5400

Down to EarthClaiming to be “Hawaii’s only all-vege-

tarian food store chain and one of only afew in the nation,” Down to Earth has

three Oahu locations where healthymeals are prepared daily. Its deli counteroffers hot sandwiches ($4.99-$7.99) likeReuben, Veggie Dog; sub sandwiches likeMock Tuna; natural wraps like RoastedPepper Hummus; South of the Border spe-cialties like Fresh Mex Burrito andQuesadilla. Complement your choice withan all-fruit smoothie (from $4.99), whichis a specialty of the house.

Down to EarthMoiliili, Kailua, Pearlridge

947.7678

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Top: An array of available breads at Safeway

Right: Foodland Farms deli worker ReynieGaran in front of the expanded section of the

store.

Above: Peppers on an antipasti bar atSafeway

Bottom: The bentos are fresh and alwaysdelicious at Times Super Market.

supermarketGa-ga over

Dining

3660 On the Rise

owner Russel l S iu

has always had a

good idea what local peo-

ple like to eat. At his fine

dining restaurant on Wa-

ialae Avenue, the menu is

filled with award-winning

dishes l ike Ahi Katsu,

Steak Alaea and Chinese

Steamed Fi let of Fresh

Fish. At Kakaako Kitchen,

Siu’s casual eater y at

Ward Center, he cooks up

local favorites like meat-

loaf and crispy sweet

chili chicken to an eager

audience. Now, he’s com-

bining the two and

adding a family night

meal to the menu at 3660

on the Rise during the

summer months.

Each month, look for a new complete

menu at a fixed, reasonable price, in-

cluding family favorites with a 3660

twist.

“It’s a good way for families to eat to-

gether and have some time to enjoy

talking without having to think about

cooking and cleaning up,” says Siu.

July’s menu will run until the end of

the month, and features Onion Soup

with Cheese, Crouton Burgundy Beef

over Egg Noodles and Profiterole with

Vanilla Ice Cream and Chocolate Sauce.

It’s a great way to experience what

makes 3660 such a favorite, and it’s an

easy way to introduce your kids to the

fun of fine (ish) dining.

lite bites

Enjoy summer by the

ocean and the taste

of some of Kahala’s

best food and wine selec-

tions as The Kahala Hotel

& Resort opens its doors

to showcase dishes from

the luxury resort’s signa-

ture restaurants —

Hoku’s, Seaside Grill, The

Veranda, and the Plume-

ria Beach House

On Saturday, July 24,

chefs from the resort’s cel-

ebrated restaurants bring

their favorite dishes out

to the lawn for the sum-

mer grazing event, Taste

of Kahala, with spectacu-

lar views and fine wines.

Among the menu items

featured at the evening

event will be Hoku’s fa-

mous Ahi Musubi, Sea-

side Grill’s Spicy Ahi

Summer Rolls, the

Plumeria Beach House’s

Peanut Miso Glazed But-

terfish, and The Ve-

randa’s Chocolate

Raspberry Crumb Bar.

The tasting/grazing

event wi l l be held in

front of the Plumeria

Beach House, allowing

event attendees to en-

joy the spectacular

views of the ocean.

Above: Executive chef WayneHirabayashi

Right: Dishes from The KahalaHotel & Resort’s restaurants will be

showcased at this year’s Taste ofKahala event.

A Tasty Kahala Event

Summer WeeknightDinner at 3660 On the RiseWhere:3660 On the Rise

3660 Waialae Ave.

Honolulu

When:Tuesday through Friday,

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Cost: Call:$27 per person 737.1177

Website:3660.com

Taste of Kahala. When:Saturday, July 24

6:30-9:30 p.m.

Cost:Adults $70;

Children (4-12) $35,

plus tax and

20 percent gratuity

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Menu on the

Rise

Russell Siu and Gale Ogawa, co-owners of 3660 On the Rise

Kenny’s Restaurant

Kenny’s Restaurant has

been known for serving

fresh local favorites since

opening in 1966. Following

an award-winning remodel

of its dining room, Kenny’s

has made a few changes to

its menu.

This month the restau-

rant is spotlighting its new

gluten-free products. The

first is a plate of Garlic

Cream Fettuccine on a bed

of gluten-free noodles for

$14.99. Make this meal a

feast by adding mush-

rooms ($3.29), chicken

($3.45) or shrimp ($4.75).

Or sample the a gluten-

free Eggplant and Sun-

dried Tomato Pasta, also

$14.99. Either salmon

($4.65) or ahi ($4.15) can

be added to the dish. And

for the keiki is a gluten-free,

ooey-gooey Mac and

Cheese for $5.69. (Regular

noodles may be substi-

tuted in all dishes.)

Coming soon for break-

fast are gluten-free pan-

cakes and waffles.

The allergy-friendly

choices were included af-

ter Kenny’s owner John Fu-

jieki met a passenger on a

recent plane trip who was

allergic to gluten. Inspired

to create more options for

those with food allergies

and sensitivities, Fujieki

and the restaurant’s new

management team got to

work revamping a few

recipes.

Other health-conscious

offerings to check out in-

clude sugar-free Apple and

Pumpkin Custard pies, a

low-sugar Red Velvet Cake

and turkey bacon.

Kenny’s Restaurant1620 N. School St.

841.0931

kennysrestaurant.com

Ample free parking insideKamehameha ShoppingCenterOpen 6 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 6 a.m.-midnight Friday; 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday

The MandalayLocated right in the

heart of downtown Hon-

olulu has its advantages.

For one, you’re never short

on customers.

But at The Mandalay

Restaurant, location has lit-

tle to do with the never-

ending activity seen in its

dining room day after day.

Dishes like Honey Walnut

Shrimp, Stewed Ox-tail

with Black Pepper, and a

one-of-a-kind Mandalay De-

light Salad keep folks com-

ing back for more.

This month the contem-

porary Chinese restaurant

has a special party menu

for recent graduates. The

dinner, portioned to feed a

table of 10, includes

Chicken Salad with Jelly

Fish, Imperial Scallop

Soup, Peking Duck with

Bun, Salt and Pepper

Shrimp, Seafood with Veg-

etables in Taro Basket,

Steamed Fish Fillets with

Ginger Scallion, Black

Mushrooms with Baby Bok

Choy, Steamed Rice and a

dessert.

The special is priced at

$228, but the restaurant

will cater to your budget.

The Mandalay1055 Alakea St.

525.8585

themandalayhawaii.com

Free validated parking available after 5 p.m. atBishop Square; free onweekends

Open 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

daily; Dim Sum hoursfrom 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.daily; Express Hours from10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mon-day-Friday

foodie fare

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Top: Chinese Chicken Salad with jelly fish, salt and pepper shrimp at TheMandalay Bottom: Seafood with Vegetables in Taro Basket is part of TheMandalay’s special party menu this month.

Top: Kenny Restaurant server Erlene Hutchinson with a signature pastadish Bottom: Sugar-free Pumpkin Custard pie and low-sugar Red VelvetCake.

Menus for allergics, graduatesBy Sarah Pacheco

For reservations please call

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Full Ala Carte Menu will be available that evening.Text dk to 80850 for more special offers.

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to view our Winemaker dinner menu

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Above: Seafood Village general manager Gary Chan greets customers Sharon Ishii and Kevin Kimwith one of the restaurant’s signature dishes.

Inset: “Country Style Live Dungeness Crab” with Black Bean Sause

1 | Jon Lung (server), Harry and Hiro Matsuno 2 | Michio Kawanishi, Minako Iwamoto and Rita Lum

3 | Sharon Ishii and Kevin Kim 4 | The door to Seafood Village is open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for

lunch, and 5 to 10 p.m. for dinner 5 | Daisuke Ukai, fourth from left, with the Hori family — Sarah, Sean, Kent,

Yosuke and MihoPhotos by Lawrence Tabudlo

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Those who desire a contemporaryChinese dining experience oftenmake their way over to Seafood

Village at the Hyatt Regency Hotel inWaikiki. With some of the best sit-downseafood selections as Thai-style Opaka-paka, Honey-glazed Walnut Prawns andPeppery Salt Calamari, the restaurantis a can’t-miss dining experience. Forreservations, call 971-1818.

eat this

Sweet Home Waimanalo

Above: The Seared Fresh FishTacos will have you singing“Sweet Home Waimanalo.”

Right: The restaurant is locatedbetween Waimanalo Town and

Sandy Beach.

TacosSeared Fresh Fish

Sweet HomeWaimanalo

Where:41-1025 Kalanianaole Hwy.

Waimanalo

Call:259.5737

We predict that this

tiny little restaurant

on the main road be-

tween Sandy Beach and

Waimanalo Town will soon be

famous for pulled pork, rice

bowls and slow smoked, beer-

marinated beef brisket. But if

you can, go early in the day to

try the fabulous fish tacos be-

fore they sell out.

Fresh f ish, l ightly seared

and topped with a locally

grown fruit salad and a

creamy, spicy, home made

dressing make these some of

the best fish tacos on the is-

land. And well worth the drive

out to the country, wherever

you live.

Teddy’s Bigger Burgers

Kailua Village Shops (and other various locations)

539 Kailua Road #101262.0820

Nestled within Kaneohe is this small lo-

cal eatery known for its low prices and

huge quantities of food, made with a sim-

ple zest of local flair. For many, L&R ful-

fills that urge for home-cooked comfort

food, and although its menu may leave

any new diner overwhelmed with its vari-

ety of options, here’s one piece of advice:

If you’re getting a burger, you’ll definitely

need fries with that. Or better yet, why

not make it quick and easy? Simply, stick

with the fries. Really, it’s a meal in itself —

a challenge just to finish an order.

If you wish to stick with the classic fry,

then the Skinny Fries ($1.80) should be

your choice. However, if you’re yearning

for something with a bit more texture and

substance, the Crinkled Fries ($1.80) are

highly recommended — hence L & R’s

nickname for it, “fat fries.”

L&R has been doing business in Ka-

neohe for the past 10 years, with loyal

customers always coming back for more.

The “fat fries” seem to be the most popu-

lar of the bunch, but we believe that’s

only because most dining patrons aren’t

aware of the infamous Garlic Cheese Fries

($2.80). This delectable dish cooked to

perfection oozes with gooey cheese and

is topped with freshly chopped garlic,

parsley and green onions. A “secret” item,

not on the menu, Garlic Cheese Fries can

be requested by the customer. Now that

you know the secret, it’s something your

taste buds definitely want to be in on, too.

L & R Drive Inn

45-582 Kamehameha Hwy.247.8484

This popular local eatery has been a

staple in the Islands for

decades. Known as “the

original Hawaiian barbe-

cue” and honored with the

title of “Hawaii’s Favorite

Plate Lunch,” Johnson

Kam and Eddie Flores Jr.,

both suc-

cessful entre-

p r e n e u r s ,

p u rc h a s e d

the restau-

rant on Liliha

Street in

1976. Now,

with many

locations na-

tionwide, this award-winning

franchise offers just about

everything you could ask for

in terms of casual local cui-

sine. And although the plate

lunch may be the first thing

that comes to mind at the

mention of L&L, its French

fries are not one to let fall to

the wayside either.

For a price of only $2.25,

hungry eaters can partake in

the original Crinkled Fries,

nicely flavored with just the

perfect amount of salt. Dip it

into some ketchup and may-

onnaise, or whatever suits

your fancy, for some additional flavor.

Cooked in soy oil, the fries are made to

order, hot from the fryer and chewy in

texture. Nothing here distracts from the

genuine flavor of the fried potato.

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Left: L&L’s Crinkled Fries is of thebrok’-da-mout’ variety.

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE. 101735-5544

WWW.HEEHINGHAWAII.COM

Seafood Prime Rib BuffetSlow roasted prime rib, roast suckling pig, char siu porktenderloin, sashimi, snow crablegs, fresh fish poke, tako

poke, over 25 salads and appetizers, Hawaiian luaubuffet, delicious Chinese entees and much, much more!$27 adults $26 seniors $14 keikis 3 to 12

Served from 4 pm to 9 pm

SUMMER MENUHoneydew Melon Duck Salad

Wintermelon Soup with Eight Treasures Roast Chicken with Chinese Miso

Roasted Garlic Dungeness CrabSteamed White Fish Fillet with Lemon Shoyu

Mongolian Beef with Sweet Onions Wok Grilled Garlic Shrimp

Steamed Rice • Mango Tapioca Dessert$219 Table of Ten (Reg. $259)

JULY MENUChinese Chicken SaladChinamen’s Hat Wrap

Roast Duck • Pepper Salt ShrimpMongolian Pork Chop

Garlic Broccoli • Steamed Rice$49 for four (reg $69) Available daily until 6:30 pm

This coupon required. Expires July 31, 2010

One Free Selection with the Purchase of Four Selections

This coupon required. Expires July 31, 2010

Pianist Terry Tom Performs Every Thursday 6pm to 9pm

580 Nimitz Hwy 545-7979

KEIKI TUESDAYSKids Eat Free*

Chris Da ClownBalloon Sculpturing, Games

Drawing ContestLOTS AND LOTS OF FUN!Every Tuesday 5 pm to 8 pm

Happy, Happy, Happy, Hour$1 Shrimp Cocktails

4 to 6pm untill July 31 at the Brewery.

Shrimp Fried RiceBBQ Shrimp Ettouffe

Crispy Shrimp Won TonGrilled Huge Australian Prawns

Macadamia Nut ShrimpShrimp Cake Loco Moco

Garlic Shrimp on Edamame PastaCrab Stuffed Prawns

Shrimp Stuffed Avocado SaladShrimp BisqueShrimp Poke

Jumbo Shrimp with Grilled Ribeye Steak

Grilled Shrimp Chop SaladGreat with House Brewed Aloha Beer!

580 Nimitz Hwy 545-7979

SHRIMP FESTIVALSam Choy’s

SHRIMP FESTIVALJuly 19 thru July 31

where we’re eating

At Hokulani Bake

Shop, there are 16

different flavors of

cupcakes and over 650 dif-

ferent sugar cookie

shapes. Made using fresh

local eggs, real butter,

sugar and flour, the tiny

packages of sweet perfec-

tion are without ugly ingre-

dients like corn syrup or

hydrogenated oils. Hoku-

lani Bake Shop owners

Tushar and Ana Dubey

have recently opened a

“satellite store” via a Cup-

cake Mobile on the North

Shore.

We stopped by the

Restaurant Row location

and asked Malia Gurnay

and Nedine Davenport

what they’d recommend

from the cupcake menu.

Malia Gurnay:“We come here as much

as we can! Whenever we’re

in the area we stop by, as

long as there’s no line out-

side.

“The presentation is re-

ally nice, and everything

about the cupcakes they

make here is perfect.

“The way they look, the

recipes, the taste, the vari-

ety of flavors. I think my fa-

vorite flavor is definitely the

red velvet cake … but

they’re all so good.”

Nedine Davenport:“Today we’re celebrating

a birthday, so we’re here to

pick up cupcakes for that.

The birthday is a good ex-

cuse, but we really like to

come whenever we can.

Red velvet is definitely my

favorite flavor, too. But I’d

recommend the guava and

the lilikoi … or almost any

of the other flavors.”

Nedine Davenport and Malia Gurnay pick up cupcakes at Hokulani Bake Shop.

Hokulani Bake Shop Where:Restaurant Row500 Ala Moana Blvd.Suite 4-B

Honolulu

Call:536.CAKE

Website:hokulanibakeshop.com

A Star Among Bake ShopsBy Jo McGarry

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recipe

ono, you know

Ahi KatsuIngredients: • 2 blocks fresh ahi (about 1 1/2-2 lbs.). Cut

into inch tube about 6 to 8 inches long• 4 sheets nori (Japanese seaweed)• 1 cup Tempura Batter• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs• Vegetable oil, enough to fill a frying pan or

minimum of 1-inch deep

Preparation:• Wrap each piece of ahi with two sheets of fresh nori, then dip them into tempura batterand coat with panko breadcrumbs.• In a wok or a deep fryer, preheat the oil to375°F. Fry fish until golden brown (about 30 to45 seconds) and cut into 8 to 10 1/4-inch-thickpieces.

Tempura BatterIngredients: • 3 cups all-purpose flour• 1/4 cup cornstarch• 1 egg, beaten• 1/2 cup water• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation:• In a small bowl, combine all ingredients untilthe batter has no lumps. Set aside.

Thai Yellow Curry SauceIngredients: • 1/2 tbsp. Thai yellow curry paste• 2 cups coconut milk• 1 tbsp. fish sauce or Aloha Shoyu• 1/2 tbsp. curry powder• 1/2 tbsp. sugar

Preparation:• In a saucepan with medium heat, combine allthe ingredients and bring to a boil. Then sim-mer with low heat for 10 minutes or until thesauce thickens to the consistency of mustard.

Mango-Tomato SalsaIngredients: • 2 tbsps. ripe mango, diced• 2 tbsps. tomato, diced• 1/2 tbsp. Chinese parsley, chopped• 1/2 tbsp. onion, chopped• 1/2 tbsp. bell pepper, chopped• 1/4 tbsp. lemon juice• 1/4 tbsp. balsamic vinegar• 1/4 tbsp. sugar• Pinch of salt, to taste• Dash of Tabasco, to taste

Preparation:• In a small bowl, combine all ingredients.

Presentation:Place the katsu slices on one side of the plateand the Mango-Tomato Salsa on the other.Serve with Thai Yellow Curry Sauce.

Fresh Ahi Katsu with Yellow Curry Sauce &Fresh Mango-Tomato Salsa Serves 4

L&L Drive-Inn

Windward City Shopping Center

45-480 Kaneohe Bay Drive

236-3030

Located on Kaneohe Marine CorpsBase, this sports bar and grill offers a funand relaxing atmosphere where friendscan get together for a great meal alongwith a game of pool, darts and dancing.And if fries are what you’re after, you’vecome to the right place.

Try The Basket Case, a full basket ofskin-on crispy fries ($3.95) if you’re in themood for something classic and original.If you’re a garlic fanatic, why not sinkyour teeth into the Lotsa Garlic CrispyFries ($4.50) served with a cool ranch dip-ping sauce on the side? This fantastic cre-ation, fairly new to the eatery, consists of

chopped fresh garlic, parsley and a hint ofsalt and pepper whose inviting aroma fillsthe entire restaurant. (FYI, a breath mintmight be handy following this savorytreat.) The favorite of returning cus-tomers, however, is the Smothered Chili-Cheese Potato Wedges, featuring awinning blend of melted cheese sauceand stockpot chili over seasoned bakedpotato wedges ($5.25). On the run? Youcan always get your basket of fries to go!

This dining experience is available forall E5s and below.

Kahuna’s Sports Bar & Grill

Kaneohe Bay Building #1629

254.7660 & 254.7661

Next stop, Zippy’s! For years Zippy’shas been the restaurant of choice for bothlocals and tourists alike when it comes toono island grinds. We guarantee you

won’t be disappointed with the Frenchfries here and we bet you can’t eat justone! Zippy’s offers a regular order of friesas well as its popular Chili Fries, whichcontinues to be an all-time favorite amongcustomers. It can be ordered with Zippy’soriginal, vegetarian, no-bean chili or meatsauce to suit your liking. Is your mouth-watering yet? You won’t be let down withthe consistent light crisp that comes witheach mouthful of fries either. For some-thing a little different, why notpair your fries with a mixtureof ketchup, mayonnaiseand Tabasco sauce? Ordip it into a thick milk-shake for a flavor so saltyand sweet? Some employ-ees even soak the reallycrispy fries into the saimindashi, which they say they ab-solutely love. Yum! Allfries are cooked in adeep fryer using Wes-

son Canola Oil that is changed regularlyto ensure a great quality product.

A side order of fries costs $1.65 and theChili Fries cost $2.60. For an additionalcharge, customers can add fries to anysandwich as a combo or add a mediumdrink on top of that as a zip deal.

Zippy’s Restaurants

46-038 Kamehameha Hwy.

(and other various locations)

233.2700

Teddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger Burgers

L & R Drive InnL & R Drive InnL & R Drive Inn

Kahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & Grill

L & L Drive-InnL & L Drive-InnL & L Drive-Inn

Zippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s Restaurants

Teddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger BurgersTeddy’s Bigger Burgers

L & R Drive InnL & R Drive InnL & R Drive Inn

Kahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & GrillKahuna’s Sports Bar & Grill

L & L Drive-InnL & L Drive-InnL & L Drive-Inn

Zippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s RestaurantsZippy’s Restaurants

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Left: Zippy’s time-trusted ChiliFries

Offer not valid in combination with any other offer. Offer not available online. Free medium pizza with equal or lessertoppings. Price plus tax. Prices vary by location. Limited time offer. Products not exactly as shown. Available at participatingPizza Hut® restaurants in Hawaii. Delivery charges apply and do not include gratuity. $12 minimum order for delivery.Limited delivery area. ©2010 Pizza Hut®, Inc.

www.koolaucenter.com

FREE Medium Pizzawith a purchase of a largepizza at regular price.

Valid only at Koolau Center location.Expires 8/31/10

5-Year AnniversarySpecial!

FREE GYOZA(3 pieces)

with purchase of anyregular orders.

677-5388 94-050 Farrington Hwy. • Waipahu, HI 96797

ton tonramenF I N E R A M E N H O U S E

The Best Soft Rib Ramen in Hawaii! Ribs are slowly cooked over 8 hours until tender and juicy,original Japanese Style. Ramen is served in garlic shoyu

base with traditional half cooked egg. You must try it!

Symbol KeyBreakfast

Lunch

Dinner

After Midnight

Alcohol served

Online

Catering

Atlantis Seafood & Steak2284 Kalakaua Avenue

922-6868

Ruby TuesdayAla Moana - Ho‘okipa Terrace 943-2525

Moanalua Center 422-8585

Town Center Mililani 623-4949

Windward Mall 235-5800

d.k Steakhouse2552 Kalakaua Ave.,

Waikiki Marriott Beach Hotel

931-6280

Shorebird Restaurant & Beach BarOutrigger Reef Hotel

2169 Kalia Street

922-2887

Plumeria Beach House5000 Kahala Ave.,

The Kahala Hotel & Resort

739-8760

Makino ChayaAloha Tower Mkt place 585-6360

Westridge Mall 486-5100

Camellia Buffet930 McCully St.

951-0511/0611

Napoleon’s BakeryLocated inside of Zippy’s

Willows, The901 Hausten St.

952-9200

AMERICAN BUFFET

BAKERY

WHEREE TOO DINE

11AM-2PM, 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza) 536-3035

9 oz. Filet Opakapaka (Choose from 2 types)

• STEAMED with Ginger, Green Onion,Shiitake Mushroom, Soy Sauce)

• WAFU STYLE (Fresh Garlic, Soy Sauce,Ground Onions, Sake)

Includes Rice, Miso Soup, Tsukemono, & Tea

$13.95Not to be combined with any other coupons.

•• Dine-In or Take-Out

• Gift Certificates

• Catering Available

SERVING THEBIGGEST ANDBEST SHRIMP

TEMPURAIN TOWN!

JapaneseRestaurantJULY SPECIAL

930 McCully St. • 951-0511 / 951-0611 • PRIVATE PARTY ROOM• CONVENIENT PARKING

*DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGESWITH THIS AD. EXP. 7/31/10.

KOREAN CUISINE

• LUNCH $14.9510:30 AM - 2:30 PM• DINNER $21.953PM-10PM

Including: Kal Bi, Sirloin, Chicken, Spicy Pork, Sashimi

Most Delicious Thai Food in Town!

Coming Soon to900 N. Nimtz Hwy

2955 E. Manoa Rd 988-0212 1627 Nuuanu Ave 585-8839

Call for take out www.bangkokchefexpress.com

Immensely Popular Plate Lunch For $5.70

Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm; Sun 12n-8pm

Restaurant Prices: Spaghetti & Chicken Plate - $6.49, Oxtail Style Turkey Neck Soup - $5.79. Offers good July 1 - 31, 2010. Offer not valid with any other promotional offers, coupons, and discount cards. While supplies last. Other restrictions may apply.

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Buy onedinner entree,

receive 2nd entree

50% OFFvalid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad

Expires 7/27/10

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

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCEDanny Couch

Every Sat.Jake Shimabukuro

Fri 7/23 Only

MON...... Jerry Santos & HulaTUES ...... Robert Cazimero & Hula WED ...... The Brothers CazimeroTHU........ Sista RobiSUN ....... Melveen Leed

Other discounts not valid. Dine in Only

Come hungry. Leave happy.ALA MOANA BLVD. • KUHIO AVEPEARL CITY • KANEOHE • HILO

Specials not valid on Holidays. Advance Reservations required, please call 971-1818.Valet Parking Only.SeafoodvillageHyatt.com Ask about our Kama’aina Discount

Hyatt Regency Resort& Spa-Street Level•2424 Kalakaua Ave., #102

$10.95

LUN

CH

per person(10 people minimum)

• Oriental Chicken Salad

• 4 types of Dim Sum(Siu Mai, Half Moon, Seaweed Spring Roll, Manapua)

• Szechuan Style Pork w/Garlic Sauce

• General Tso's Favorite Chicken

• Beef and Broccoli

• Seafood Fried Noodle

• Dessert - Almond Float

One of America’sTop 10

Chinese Restaurants

DIN

NER

• Chicken Salad with Oriental Dressing

• Crispy Bacon Seafood Combo Wrap

• Dungeness Crab - Country Style

• Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp

• General Tso’s Favorite Chicken

• Seasonal Chinese Green Vegetable

• House Fried Rice

• Dessert: Mango Pudding

$24.95 per person(4 people minimum)

For reservations, please call739-8760.

www.kahalaresort.com

Your choice of 2 entrees,Hoku’s signature

fried rice and our wokfried vegetables.

Sunday throughThursday for Dinner.

$28 per person, plus taxand gratuity.

Hoku’smixed Plate

Available with purchase of anappetizer from the menu, per person.

CALL FOR BANQUETS, RECEPTIONS & PARTIES 728-3463

at the Colony Surf

www.michelshawaii.com • 923-6552 • 2895 Kalakaua Ave.Free Valet Parking

Experience the gentle crashing waves, pure ocean breezes and breathtaking beauty of Hawaii.

…Only at Michel’s

SUNSET DINNER SOIREEIt’s an early start to a great summer evening at Michel’s

A special 3-course dinner for $40 from Sunday to Thursday only!Served from 5:30 to 6:30,

Come enjoy our Summer Sunset and feel the sizzle!

Please call for reservations and menuCall 923-6552�

WHERE TO DINECATERERS

CHINESE Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant5724 Kalanianaole Hwy.Niu Valley Shopping Center377-5555 or 5566

Mandalay (The)1055 Alakea St.525-8585

Maple Garden/Yen King909 Isenberg Street941-6641

Duck Yun820 W. Hind Dr.,Aina Haina Shopping Center 373-1303 or 373-4632

House Without a Key at Halekulani 2199 Kalia Rd.923-2311

Anytime Café Market City Shopping Center735-3888

A Catered Experience94-1068 Ka Uka Blvd.677-7744

Koko CafeHale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road955-0555Call for eligibility details.949-4321

Golden Palace 111 N. King St.521-8268

CAFE

On On at McCully1110 McCully St.946-8833

Nice Day Chinese Seafood RestaurantLiliha Square524-1628

ON ONat McCully

Hee Hing Restaurant 449 Kapahulu Ave.735-5544

OPEN

24 HOURS

Corner of Paiea/Nimitz-Near the Airport • 836-0541

7/19 & 25:Clam Strips & Fries

-or-Grilled Pastrami Reuben

Daily Specials also available!

7/26 & 8/1:Calamari Livornese

-or-Broiled Portabello Burger

$14.95 Complete Dinner

$9.95 Complete Lunch& after 10:30 p.m.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

947-2836Open 7 Days • 2700 So. King St.

Sapporo & Kirin (large) $5.25after 10:30pm

New Hours 5:30 - 7:00pm

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Choose from • Broiled Sanma • Broiled Saba • Fried Oyster • Ebi Fry• Saba Nitsuke • Chicken Katsu • Aji Fry • Karaage • Pork Ginger • Sizzling Hamburger Steak • Tempura • Tonkatsu and many more!

1-Choice Teishoku & Ala Carte menu also available

Dinner Menu2 Choice

Teishoku Combo$16.75

Dinner Menu2 Choice

Teishoku Combo$16.75

Served with rice,miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles.

Now taking reservations for Lunch & Dinner

Served with rice,miso soup, two side dishes, and pickles.

Now taking reservations for Lunch & Dinner

1345 S. King Street

Corner of S. King St.

& Sheridan St.

Close to Ala Moana

Shpg Cntr & Wal Mart

TEL.942-4848www.fujio-food.com

Ready made Bentos available daily

Japanese Home Style Restaurant“Hinone Mizunone”

Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN

cooked completely by “Ogama”.

Lunch 11 am - 5 pm; Dinner 5 pm - 9 pmClosed Sundays

Special of the MonthBake Cheese Lasagna

with Crab Meat

2006 Ilima Award Winner. . . . .2004 Winner Best Pastry

Honolulu Magazine

PRIVATE ROOM AVAILABLE

3447 Waialae Avenue • 739-0993 • jjfrenchpastry.comGIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE

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Monday-SundayLUNCH 10AM-2PM

DINNER 5PM-11PM

JULY LUNCH SPECIAL

$8.95*Not to be combined with any other specials.

Must present coupon to recieve discount.Excludes beverages. Expires 7/31/10.

Complete Japanese Set Lunch

FAMILY DINING

BibasHale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road.

955-0555

Call for eligibility details.

Bird of Paradise91-1200 Fort Weaver Rd.

689-2270

Don Ho’s Island GrillAloha Tower Marketplace 528-0807

Eggs ’N Things343 Saratoga Rd. Waikiki 923-3447

Henry Louis2850 Paa St.833-3728

IHOPWaikiki - 1850 Ala Moana Blvd949-4467

Waikiki - Kuhio & Lewers

921-2400

Pearl City - Times Sq. SC

486-4467

Kaneohe - Windward Mall

235-4467

Hilo - Prince Kuhio Plaza

959-2600

Kit N Kitchen1010 University Avenue

942-7622

Byron's Drive Inn3297 N. Nimitz Hwy.

836-0541

Kochi Restaurant & Lounge1936 S. King Street

941-2835

Kenny’s Restaurant1620 N. School St.841-0931

Kenny’s Express2nd Floor Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center922-9333

Church’s ChickenKam Shopping Center

845-0388

Kaneohe Marine Corps Base

254-1688

Pearlridge

488-9588

JJ Bistro & French Pastry3447 Waialae Ave.

739-0993

Angelo Pietro Honolulu1585 Kapiolani Blvd. #10

941-0555

WHERE TO DINE

One coupon per order. Not valid with other offers.

* Offer valid only at Kozo Sushi Keeaumoku

Expires 7/31/10

Keeaumokuby Wal-Mart946-5696

(KOZO)

Now Selling Udon-Noodles!

Family Restaurant

The

Ranch HouseRH

Honolulu’s House of Prime Rib and Local Favorites

“Home Cooked” Comfort Foods

449 Kapahulu Avenue • Hee Hing Plaza, 2nd Floor • 808-737-4461www.RanchHouseHawaii.com • www.OpenTable.com

• Ample Parking Available •

Online Specials:A la carte menu and keiki menu also available

5 Dinners Anytime

Under $17!

RECEIVE A$6 DISCOUNTon a Second Dinner

OR A$3 DISCOUNTwhen Dining AloneMust present coupon (No take outs)

Not valid with any other discount offers. Expires 7/31/10

2850 Paa St. (nearr Airportt andd 999 Ranchh Market)) 833-3728

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$228

Chicken Salad withJelly Fish

Imperial Scallop Soup

Peking Duck with Bun

Salt & Pepper Shrimp

Seafood w/ Vegetables inTaro Basket

Steamed Fish Filletsw/ Ginger Scallion

Black Mushroom with

Baby Pak Choy

Steamed Rice, Dessert

1055 Alakea St.• 525-8585www.themandalayhawaii.com

Mon - Sun 10:30am to 9:00pm

Special Price for Table of 10

Free Parking Mon- Fri after 5pm & All Day Sat & SunExcluding all coupons and other discounts. Dine-in only.

KAHALA MALL739-5100

thecounterburger.com

“BEST BURGER”– OPRAH WINFREY SHOW

NEW TO HAWAII MENU:� PAPAYA SEED CHICKEN BURGER� CINNAMON MALASADA SHAKE!

04 PROTEINS.10 CHEESES.28 TOPPINGS.18 SAUCES. 03 BUNS.09 SPECIALTY DRINKS.06 DRAFT BEERS.O N E R E S TA U R A N T

FINE DINING

FRENCH

Top of WaikikiWaikiki Business Plaza

2270 Kalakaua Ave.

923-3877

La Mer at Halekulani 2199 Kalia Rd.

923-2311

Hy’s Steak House2440 Kuhio Ave.

922-5555

Stage Restaurant1250 Kapiolani Blvd.

237-5429

Chai’s Island BistroAloha Tower Market Pl.

585-0011

Wailana Coffee House1860 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-1764

Zippy’sCall the one nearest you.

Shiro’s Saimin HavenEwa, Waimalu, Waipahu,

488-8824

Uncle’s Fish Market & Grill1135 N. Nimitz Hwy

275-0063

FAMILY DINING ITALIAN

Banana LeafMcCully Shopping Center

946-3338

Panya Bistro • Bakery • BarAla Moana Center

Mauka - Mall Level946-6388

Cafe Sistina1314 King St.

596-0061

Sarento's Top of the "I"1777 Ala Moana Blvd.

955-5559

Sam Choy’s BLC580 N. Nimitz Hwy.545-7979

WHERE TO DINE

Ranch House, The449 Kapahulu Avenue, 2nd Floor

737-4461

We’veMoved!

Strawberry Cloud Cake

Fresh Strawberry Cream Pie

Strawberry Roll

Strawberry Cupcake

Strawberry ShortcakeUltimate Donut

Strawberry CreamCheese Napple

Strawberry Cream CheeseCoffee Cake Square

Flavor of the Month

Strawberry Cloud Cake

Fresh Strawberry Cream Pie

Strawberry Roll

Strawberry Cupcake

Flavor of the Monthth

Strawberry

FEEL ITALIAN?

CAFE SISTINA

Hawaii’s Original Garden Restaurant952-9200 www.willowshawaii.com

Mon - Fri Lunch $19.95 . . $14.95Saturday Lunch $24.95 . . $19.95Sunday Brunch $34.95 . . $29.95Daily Dinner $34.95 . . $29.95Please present coupon. Not valid in banquet rooms. One coupon per table.

Cannot be combined with other coupons or discounts or be used on

Discounted Prices!

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LUNCH SPECIAL

Not exactly as shown

Island Manapua FactoryManoa Marketplace 988-5441 • Factory: 811 Gulick Ave. 847-2677

Valid only at Regal DinerAirport location 839-6333

3040 Ualena St.McCully Shopping Ctr 941-3883

1960 Kapiolani Blvd

Not to be combined with any other offer.Limit 5 per coupon. Expires 7/30/10.

2 Manapua,2 Pork Hash, 2 Gau Gee &1 Rice Cake

$495withcoupon 15% OFF

Summer Dessert Cup Special

Available July 16-18,2010Not to be combined with any other. Expires 7/18/10.

Ala Moana Center-Mall Level, Mountain side, next to Shirokiya

www.lapalmedor-usa.com

941-6161

JAPANESEHakone100 Holomoana St., Hawaii Prince Hotel

944-4494

Hifumi Japanese RestaurantChinese Cultural Plaza

536-3035

Kobe Japanese Steak House1841 Ala Moana Blvd.

941-4444

Kozo SushiKahala Mall 738-KOZO

Keeaumoku 946-KOZO

Moiliili 951-KOZO

Pearlridge 483-6805

Pearl City 455-6805

Restaurant SuntoryRoyal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr.

922-5511

Makino Chaya1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Flr. 585-6360

98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

Hinone Mizunone1345 South King St.

942-4848

Sushi Company 1111 McCully Street947-5411

Sumo RamenKaneohe 234-6868

Kapolei 693-8808

Market City 737-1868

Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186

Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-8082

99 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139

Sansei Seafood RestaurantWaikiki Beach Marriott Resort

2552 Kalakaua Ave,

931-6286

Sushi Ichiban3579 Waialae Ave.737-8820

Shogun Sushi1620 North School Street Ste. 110845-0388

Sushi King 2700 South King St.947-2836

WHERE TO DINE

Aloha Tower 585-6360 1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Fl., 3 Hours Parking $1 Pearlridge 486-5100 98-150 Kaonohi St.Aloha Tower 585-6360 1 Aloha Tower Dr. 2nd Fl., 3 Hours Parking $1 Pearlridge 486-5100 98-150 Kaonohi St.

Not Combinable with other discounts. Must have valid Gov’t IDDiscounts off regular adult price.No online or photo-copied coupons.One coupon per group. Expires 7/31/10.

OFF Regular 50% OFFWith Family Group 20% OFF

FREE BIRTHDAYUnder 7 years old & over 65 years old

Must have minimum party of 4.1 Birthday coupon per party of 4.Not Combinable with other discounts. Discounts off regular adult price.No online or photo-copied coupons.One coupon per group. Expires 7/31/10

20%LunchDinnerAlso with Family Group

STATE MILITARYGOV’T EMPLOYEES

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1860 Ala Moana Blvd.Validated Parking

Open 24 Hours 955-1764

Teriyaki Chicken

w/ Fried

Rice$910

Kal-Bi Short Ribs

w/ Fried

Rice$1095

Includes

“All You Can Eat”Salad Bar!

masterpiece.

DINNER AND BAR: 5:30PM - 10PM

OCEANFRONT AT MOANA SURFRIDER,

A WESTIN RESORT & SPA

COMPLIMENTARY VALET PARKING

BEACHHOUSEWAIKIKI.COM • 923-2861

Indulge in a world of exquisite flavors and the

finest steaks in Waikı̄kı̄. Sit back, unwind and

enjoy a truly revitalizing dining experience.

KOREAN

JAPANESE PF CHANG'S1288 Ala Moana Blvd.596-4710

Hoku’sThe Kahala Hotel & Resort Hawaii, Hotel 739-8779

3660 on the Rise 3660 Waialae Ave.

The Ocean House Restaurant2169 Kalia Rd., Outrigger Reef Hotel923-2277

Prince Court100 Holomoana St., Hawaii Prince Hotel944-4494

Orchids at Halekulani 2199 Kalia Rd.923-2311

Souvaly Thai Cuisine803 Kam Hwy.

455-5888

Tanaka of TokyoEast, in King's Village, 922-4233

Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza,

922-4702

West in Ala Moana Cntr-

Hookipa Terrace 945-3443

Pearl’s Korean BBQ98-1005 Moanalua Rd. 484-2988

4211 Waialae Ave. 735-2988

2250 Kalakaua Ave. Suite LL13 926-9188

THAIPACIFIC RIM

Bangkok Chef1627 Nuuanu Ave.

585-8839

2955 E. Manoa Rd.,

988-0212

WHERE TO DINE

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com

922-5511

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY

Phone: 677-7744 www.acateredexperience.comPhone: 677-7744 www.acateredexperience.com

Call us for more infoon our special

“Create Your Own” Graduation Menu,

starting at only$10.50/person!

(minimum 25 people)

Planning A Graduation Party?Planning A Graduation Party?

Ding!

PrimeLoco Moco

Breakfast isnow served.

Wake up this weekend with the aroma of buttery pancakes & waffles, savory steak & eggs, & other local breakfast favorites at Ruby Tuesday!

Available 8 am - 11 am, Saturday & Sunday at Windward, Moanalua, and Mililani locations.

Windward Mall - 235-5800 • Moanalua Center - 422-8585

Town Center of Mililani - 623-4949

Ala Moana Center, 4th Floor at Ho‘okipa Terrace - 943-2525

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Book your

Business or

Special Event,

Intimate Concert,

Fashion Show, Premiere Party,

Corporate Seminar, Artist Debut,

Wedding Reception or anything

else you can imagine, today.

Food & Beverage Service andMulti-Media Events Theatre

Cupola Theatre • 2nd Floor, Honolulu Design Center

Email: info@HonoluluDesignCenter.com or call 808.237.5480

HONOLULU DES IGN CENTER

ON KAPIOLANI BETWEEN PENSACOLA & PIIKOI ST.

1250 KAPIOLANI BLVD. • T: 956-1250

FURNITURE SHOWROOM HOURS:

MON. - SAT. 10AM - 9PM & SUN. 10AM - 6PM

H O N O L U L U D E S I G N C E N T E R . C O M

W W W . S T A G E R E S T A U R A N T H A W A I I . C O M

Contemporary Asian American CuisineSecond Floor Honolulu Design Center

Culinary Performances DailyReserved Seating: 808.237.5429

Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30a-1:30pDinner Mon-Sat 6-8:30p

5pm to Closing Mon. thru Sat. 2nd Floor Honolulu Design Center

MTWTF 5-7p $5 Cocktails & Beer Happy HourMTWTF 5-7p $5 Happy Appetizer Hour

MW 5-8p $50 Wine Card for just $30

WTF 5-9:30p Live Music, No Cover

Tues 5-10p Military discount with ID$50 Wine Card for just $3025% Off Appetizers

MTWTFS 8a-5p Military Sun 8a-4p discount at

20% Off Crema Coffee Shop only

Stage “Happy Hour” Specials

$5Signature Cocktails & 20oz.Draft Beers

served 5-7pm Monday thru Saturday plus tax and gratuity

Wine Encore TuesdaysEvery Tuesday Stage Restaurant offers:

50% Off All Bottles of Wine.

Over 400 labels to choose from. You’ll need to

come early just to read to the wine menu!

Open for Monday through Saturday,

call 808.237.5429 for reservations.

Convenient location with free covered parking.

$5 Cocktails & 20oz. Draft BeersStage puts more “HAPPY” into theirHappy Hour Monday thru Friday from 5-7pm is

“Party Time” at Stage’s full service bar in the Honolulu Design Center.

All draft beers and Stage’s sexy chorus line of signature cocktails are

specially priced. Along with a delicious cast of appetizers and desserts

from the Award Winning Stage Restaurant, this “Happy Hour” is quickly

becoming an early gathering place for Honolulu’s club hopping

night life. Come early and lets get the party started!

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