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At Hinone Mizunone, the sounds of fire and water come togetherin perfect harmony to create a menu full of delicious Japanese

cuisine, which includes the restaurant’s oh-so-sweet rice.See page 4 | Leah Friel photo

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How Sweetthe Sounds

Hinone Mizunone staffers Fannie He,Stetson Okumura and head chefTeruo Aonuma present just a few ofthe restaurant’s most-requesteddishes, which include (clockwise,from top-left) Assorted SashimiPlatter, Ribeye Oroshi Ponzu Steak,Chicken “Ama-kara Age,” ChickenTeriyaki, Ahi Sushi Bowl and SalmonAvocado Roll.

All right, who doesn’t love a goodsandwich? The food item has beenan all-American classic for cen-

turies, and it always brings back fondmemories — whether it be enjoying apeanut butter sandwich that my momwould cut into triangles and wrap ever soperfectly in Saran wrap for field trips tothe zoo during my elementary days, orpartaking in unforgettable grilled cheesesandwich parties with my friends.Today, the days of those grilled cheese

sandwich parties and triangle peanut but-ter and jelly sandwiches (without crust, ofcourse) are long gone. However, the occa-sional cravings for an onolicious sandwichare still very much alive. That’s why thisweek I searched high and low for the ulti-mate sandwich creations and, voila! — mymission was a success!So join me, and set your sights and taste

buds on some of thebest “Ono, YouKnow” sandwichesaround at the follow-ing eateries. Yourstomach will thankyou!

FenduBoulangerieSure, we all know

Fendu Boulangerie for its heavenly cre-ations, including fresh baked bread, tanta-lizing pizzas, sandwiches and melt-in-your-mouth pastries. However, owner and chefNiel Koep is always one step ahead of thegame, and just when you thought he’sreached the pinnacle of his culinary tal-ents, he surprises you once again with awhole new lineup of Rustic GourmetSandwiches.Beginning today, Koep presents hungry

patrons with a Ground Wagyu BeefSandwich ($9.25), featuring one-thirdpound of ground Wagyu beef pan seared,then served with tomato, sweet onions,pickles, mayonnaise and fresh farm greenson a rustic bun.“What makes this meat special is that

the cows are fed all-natural ingredients, sothe meat has a very nice marbling and hasa really, really nice flavor to it,” Koep says.“I believe this Ground Wagyu Beef

Sandwich, along with our Chicken CordonBlue Panini, will become two of our mostpopular items,” he adds.Straight from the Panini grill are a

handful of items to entice the palate. TheChicken Cordon Blue Panini ($8.50) con-sists of a tenderloin chicken sandwich,grilled with Black Forest ham, sweetonions, Gruyere and Swiss cheese, freshsage and tomatoes. Delicious! Koep’sBasil Pesto Chicken Panini ($8) lures din-ers in with hearty chicken tenderloinssautéed with Hawaiian salt and blackpepper. Grilled on a rustic bread bunwith bacon, mayonnaise, fresh tomatoesand goat cheese, I promise that sharingthis amazing creation will not be anoption!For those with simple appetites, opt

for the Gourmet Grilled Cheese Panini($7). Any cheese connoisseur will beecstatic with the array before him —Mozzarella, gruyere, Vermont Cheddarand Parmesan Reggiano cheeses all mar-velously grilled on Fendu’s famousFrench sandwich bread.And veggie lovers themselves will

delight in the Vegetarian Special Panini

($7.50), offering a magnificent spread ofJapanese eggplant, Hamakua Farmsmushrooms, bell peppers, sweet onions,fresh tomatoes, herbs and farm greens allnestled within two pieces of grilled whole

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story byAlanaFolen

photos byLeahFriel

The saying that “a singlegrain of rice can tip thescale” still holds true at

Hinone Mizunone, where loyalpatrons flock to feast onsweet rice cooked to absoluteperfection.

How does the Japaneseeatery do it? Turns out thesecret behind the highly covet-ed item lies in the restaurant’sname.

“The name Hinone Mizunonehas real significance to us,”operations manager Eiki Tamakiexplains. “Hinone means soundof fire and Mizunone meanssound of water, so when youcook your rice in an old-fash-ioned pot, as we do, that’s allyou can hear — the fire and thewater.”

But while the rice is ichibanon Hinone Mizunone’s menu,

other favorites such as teishokulunches, Japanese curry, udonand sushi have quickly gainedthe attention of patrons sincethe family-friendly restaurant —owned by Japanese restaurantgiant Fujio Food Systems — firstopened its doors on South KingStreet three years ago.

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

Teruo Aonuma discussed,among other things, the restau-rant’s fave dishes and the per-fect harmony between fire andwater that exists at HinoneMizunone.

DO: Fujio Food Systems ownsa variety of restaurants aroundthe world, with 12 HinoneMizunone locations specificallyin Japan. Is this the first U.S.

Hinone MizunoneWhere: 1345 S. King St.Call: 942.4848Hours: Open for lunch 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; dinner 5-9 p.m. Closed Sunday

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location?Tamaki: Yes, it is. The Fujio

clan loved Hawaii and wouldcome two to three times peryear, and Mr. Fujio wanted toopen up a restaurant here.

DO: Hinone Mizunoneopened its doors for businessin 2008, and since then hasgained quite a number of loyalcustomers. For diners whomay have not yet had theopportunity to experienceHinone Mizunone, what canthey expect?

Tamaki: People can expecthome-style Japanese cooking.It’s really about comfort foodhere. Our regular customerscome to eat here up to fourtimes a week.

DO: This eatery featuressomething for every appetite,whether it is udon, teishokusets, a la carte options such asBroiled Salmon ($6.50), Ebi Fry($5) and Tonkatsu with home-made sauce ($6.50) and more.Any other must-have itemswe’re missing from this list?

Tamaki: Our daily lunchand dinner specials are reallypopular here. Also on our reg-ular menu, frequently request-ed items are Butterfish,Tempura and Sashimi, toname a few. However, the No. 1item for lunch is the Chicken“Ama-kara Age” ($11). This iscrispy fried chicken seasonedwith grated daikon andtopped with a sweet ginger

sauce. This teishokuentrée is somethingpretty unique to us,and it’s also servedwith rice, miso soup,two side dishes andtsukemono.

DO: Chef Aonuma, you’vebeen in the culinary industryfor the past 43 years and havebeen showcasing your skills atHinone Mizunone for a yearand a half. Share with us someof your famed specialty items.

Aonuma: We have theSalmon Avocado Roll ($7.25)and the Ribeye Oroshi PonzuSteak (ala carte $16, teishoku$20.50). This steak is so tenderand features grated daikon.Both the salmon rolls and thesteak are available for dinneronly.

Tamaki: Our Japanese curry

also is very good and is avail-able during lunch. It’s madewith a beef broth base andcustomers can select from theOriginal Curry ($7.50),Karaage Curry ($8.50) or

Chicken Katsu Curry ($9.50).Our Assorted Sashimi Platter(a la carte $21.75, teishoku$26.25) is a must-have, as well.

DO: There has been muchtalk about the incredible ricehere. What makes the rice atHinone Mizunone so special?

Tamaki: We cook all of ourrice in an old-fashioned pot.We have a rice warmer, but wedon’t have a rice cooker. Weset the rice on high heat for 10minutes, low heat for five min-utes and let it sit for 20 sec-onds. We have to constantlykeep an eye on it, or else it’sjust going to burn. Our cus-tomers love our rice. The tasteis definitely sweeter and therice is a lot fluffier. We also

serve all of our rice in an ohit-su instead of a rice bowl —that equates to more than twobowls of rice!

DO: Chef Aonuma, you weretrained in Japan, but knowingthat the majority of your clien-tele is local, did that force youto make some changes to yourculinary styling?

Aonuma: A bit. Yes, most ofour customers are local, so thefood that I serve here isn’texactly what you would find inJapan. Instead, I mix the fla-vors of authentic Japanese cui-sine with local flavors and con-cepts. I always use local ingre-dients as much as I can.

DO: How exactly do you

incorporate local flavor intoauthentic Japanese cuisine?

Aonuma: I do so with deco-ration, and the taste of thefood is a little sweeter.

Tamaki: You’ll especiallyfind local flavorings in particu-lar dishes like the butterfish,sukiyaki, and in our CaliforniaRolls and Spicy Tuna Rolls.

DO: What’s most rewardingabout serving as head chef atHinone Mizunone?

Aonuma: The people, ofcourse. The staff is veryfriendly and we have veryloyal customers.

Tamaki: We do our best withtrying to be very consistentand serving consistently goodfood.

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1 Chef Teruo Aonuma with his culinary masterpieces.

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

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

4 Ahi Sushi Bowl ($17)

5 Chicken "Ama-Kara Age" ($11)

6 Ribeye Oroshi Ponzu Steak Teishoku ($20.50)

7 Salmon Avocado Roll ($7.25)

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If you’re craving Korean food at anyhour of the day or night, Sikdorak willhit 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, whichmanager Charles Chang Jr. says draws in

a majority of the patrons. TheKeeaumoku venue also boasts a wideselection 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 moreof a family atmosphere, but people alsocome for drinks and parties.”

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

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different variations ofHong Kong-style dim sum,top picks among repeatcustomers include thefamous Taro Puff ($2.95),Crystal Taro Buns ($3.50)and Fresh Shrimp SpinachDumplings ($3.50)The Taro Puff proves to

be a hit time and timeagain among patrons, fea-turing fried taro withshrimp and minced pork.And when it comes to theCrystal Taro Buns, thissmall dessert filled withcooked taro in a wheatflour wrap is definitely oneworth trying, no matterhow stuffed you are. JadeDynasty’s Fresh ShrimpSpinach Dumplings are themost requested of the

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Owning a restaurant with a name asunique as Lung Fung ChineseRestaurant, one is bound to receive

questions about the name’s meaning. Suchquestions are typical, according to restaurantmanager Eddie Ma.

“People are always asking me about (therestaurant’s name, Lung Fung),” Ma says.“From the old times, lots of people use thatname for ‘good luck’ and ‘good fortune.’ ‘Lung’is ‘dragon’ and ‘fung’ is ‘phoenix’ in Chinese. Ifyou come in the restaurant, you can see thepictures in the back, the gate and the ceilingpanels … it’s all dragon and phoenix.”

The restaurant’s décor is just one of manychanges Ma made ever since he became therestaurant’s manager in 2002.

“I did a lot of renovation and updated all thecooking styles,” Ma says. “Lung Fung not onlyhas a chop suey restaurant style; we also havea lot of seafood items.”

Lung Fung first opened in Kalihi 30 years agoand has since moved to its current location inNiu Valley Shopping Center. Due to its loca-tion, Ma acknowledges that many of therestaurant’s customers are locals from neigh-boring communities.

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

Lung Fung offers an expansive menu filledwith many options for customers. Popularfavorites include the Crispy Garlic Shrimp($13.95) — consisting of big shrimp mixedwith fried, crispy garlic — and the Spicy WonTon ($8.95). Other menu favorites are dishessuch as crab and pork chop that include therestaurant’s garlic and chili, according to Ma.

The restaurant not only prides itself on itsfood’s flavor, but on its reasonable prices andproduct presentation as well, Ma says.

“I have 22 years of experience in Chineserestaurants in Oahu and fine dining experi-ence,” he explains. “People are interested inthe look (of our food), so I want to make sureit’s decorated. I want people to feel like theyare getting quality food at a low price. Theaverage price range (per customer) is about$10.”

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While he has already mademany changes to the menu,Ma says he constantly looksfor inspiration for new entreeswhen he visits Hong Kong andChina.

“Every month, we put somenew items (on our menu),” hesays. “Anytime I travel aroundChina and Hong Kong, I seewhat’s the most popular dishand try to bring it back toHawaii. I put new dishes on aboard, and if people order andthey like it, then I add it to themenu.”

To create an affordable din-ing experience for its cus-tomers, Lung Fung offersnumerous specials. For exam-ple, on the restaurant’s take-out menu, if customers pur-chase an entrée, they also canorder Honey Walnut Shrimp(regular price $13.95) for just$6.99. Lunch specials, offeredfrom 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., are$7.95 and include entrees suchas the Minute Chicken FriedNoodle and Beef BrisketNoodle.

“We also recently started akids’ menu,” Ma says. “For$3.99, you can get orangechicken/beef broccoli, a scoopof rice and two pieces of gaugee; or a bowl of saimin.”

In addition to these promo-tions, Lung Fung also offers abanquet menu, which is popu-lar among locals for planningparties or events.

“We put a lot of seafooditems in the banquet menuand make it very reasonable,”Ma says. “It’s (Lung Fung)good for holding a partybecause there’s a lot of park-ing and it’s very private. They(customers) don’t have toshare the area and spend a lotof money.”

1 Beef Brisket Soup Noodle ($7)

2 Shrimp with Honey Walnut ($13.95regular, $6.99 special. Must purchasewith another entree from regularmenu)

3 An exquisite wood mural of a drag-on and a phoenix decorates the inte-rior of the restaurant.

4 Crispy Garlic Shrimp ($13.95)

5 Spicy Won Ton ($8.95, 10 pieces)

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Where:5724 Kalanianaole Hwy. Call: 377.5555 or 377.5566Hours: Daily, 11a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Patisserie La Palme D’Or pridesitself on quality deliveredthrough both its delicately pre-pared desserts and stellar cus-tomer service. As its name (trans-

lated to mean “Golden Palm,” and alsothe symbol gracing the trophybestowed upon the top film at France’sCannes Film Festival) suggests, cus-tomers are in for the cream of the cropwhen experiencing what La Palme D’Orhas to offer.

The Ala Moana Center eatery’s flagship items areits pastries, made daily from scratch to ensurefreshness. Its recipes are crafted to make thedesserts sweet enough to enjoy without being over-whelmed with too much sugar. The treats incorpo-rate not only flavors from various ingredients gath-ered from Hawaii, Japan and around the world, butalso showcase the artistry of the chefs that incorpo-rate various textures and design to complete thepresentation.

Executive chef Akiko Kimura brings a wealth ofexperience from her training at the Osaka AbenoTsuji School of Culinary Arts to La Palme D’Or,where she’s worked for nearly two years. Kimura’stutelage fuels the patisserie’s fusion of traditionalFrench pastry-making with techniques from Japan.The combination has produced a wide array of con-fections, 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 lightand fluffy, the layers of moist sponge cake sand-wiched with whipped cream and sliced strawberriespack a flavorful punch. According to Kimura, thestrawberry shortcake is modeled after the popularstyle found in Japan. The Vanilla Roll Cake ($3.40)incorporates a similar soft sponge cake rolled upalong with whipped cream and vanilla custard.

The Mont Blanc ($4.99) provides customers withthe royal treatment — the pastry was presented tothe Emperor of Japan during his visit in 2009. Thedessert includes a base of almond cake baked withchunks of chestnuts and gooseberry that is coveredwith fresh whipped cream and an intricate piping ofsmooth, rich chestnut cream containing a hint ofrum. The dish truly resembles the “white mountain”

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from which it gets its name.In yet another unique

incorporation of flavors, LaMacha ($4.38) allows cus-tomers to double dip fromthe cake composed of bothgreen tea mousse on topand chocolate sponge cakeunderneath. The flavors arebold, and form a tantalizingtandem when the twohalves are enjoyed togeth-er. And, while filling, thetreat is light enough toremain enjoyable down tothe last bite.

The Lemon Tart ($3.20)and Framboise Fromage

($3.95) are ideal for lightdesserts or simply a treatduring the day. The sum-mery tart is filled with alemon curd and baked toencompass the bold flavorswhile the cheesecake is lay-ered with raspberry jamand surrounded by a hazel-nut cookie crust.

La Palme D’Or is also fea-turing specials for Father’sDay. The Baked CheeseCake ($28) incorporatesrich, dense cheesecakewith a cranberry and hazel-nut cookie crust. Thedessert is then topped with

toasted nuts, dried fruitand whipped cream. Dadcan also look forward to theRocky Chocolate ($28), achocolate sponge cake dou-ble layered with milkchocolate cream andtopped with chocolate-coated hazelnuts andmacadamia nuts.

Call 941.6161 to inquireabout special menu items,or to pre-order treats andcakes for various specialoccasions.

Mont Blanc ($4.99)Gateau Au Fraise ($4.80)

La Macha ($ 4.38)

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Patisserie La Palme D’Or

Where: Ala Moana Center1450 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.

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If happy little woolyanimals frolicking in afield come to mind

rather than spit-roastedgyros or meaty grilledskewers of souvlaki whenyou envision lamb, thenfalafel is the choice foryou.And lucky you, because The

Fat Greek’s Falafel is popularwith customers who don’t eatmeat — even fans of gyros andsouvlaki go for the savorymorsels wrapped in pita bread.“It’s very popular,” says front

of the house manager

Samantha Young. “In fact, it’smy favorite.” The fried falafel balls are

made with a blend of spicedfava beans, chickpeas andMediterranean spices folded infresh pita bread with tzatzikisauce and hummus, with a sidesalad that includes romaine let-

tuce, Kalamataolives, onions,t o m a t o e s ,cucumbers andfeta cheesetopped with aspecial housedressing — allfor $8. Don’t eatcheese? Accordingto Young, it’s not aproblem. Just ask yourserver to omit it. If you’re in the mood for

pupus, The Fat Greek alsooffers a side of five falafel ballswith tahini sauce for $5. Opa!

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At the end of every rainbowthere lies a pot of gold, and atRainbow Drive-In in Kapahulu

lies mouthwatering local grinds thatboth locals and tourists can’t resist.This iconic, local landmark wasfounded by Sejiu and Ayako Ifuku, andopened its doors in October 1961. Today the Ifuku’s son-in-law, Jim

Gusukuma, serves as vice presidentfor Rainbow Drive-In and says thatwhile much time has passed the foodhas remained the same.“We’re a nostalgic, iconic plate

lunch place and one of the things wetry to do is stick to the originalrecipes,” Gusukuma says. “We’veadded a few things to the menu overthe years, but generally speaking,our menu is the original plate lunchmenu that my father-in-law started.“His philosophy was to give good

food at a reasonable price, with quickservice 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 theMixed Plate ($7.25) are indeed topsellers of the bunch.“The Loco Moco Plate is extremely

popular especially with the Japanesemarket,” Gusukuma explains, notingthat Rainbow Drive-In was one of the

first establishments in Honolulu tooffer up this hearty dish, featuringtwo hamburger patties and two eggscooked 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 chickencutlet, mahi mahi filet and barbecuesteak, 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. Madefresh everyday, Rainbow Drive-In’sfamous chili is made from a SeijuIfuku personal recipe. “We try to stick with the original

recipes, we don’t do anything fancy,we don’t chase trends — we just tryto produce plate lunches as reason-ably and as tasteful as possible,”Gusukuma says.“In honor of our 50th anniversary

this year, we’re also rolling back theprices to those that were seen in the60s and 70s. So, be on the lookout forthat.”Anniversary specials include $1

Fried Rice, June 18 from 7 a.m. to 1p.m.; 25-cent Hot Dog and Drink, July16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 25-centHamburger, Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 5p.m.; 25-cent Saimin, Sept. 17 from 5to 9 p.m.; and $1 Chili Plate, Oct. 16from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Anniversary specials will be sold

only at the parking lot tent (limit fiveitems each, no phone orders).

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During the constant rush of the week, some-times dinner gets put on the backburner ofthings to do, leaving most folks scrambling

when hungry cries of “What’s to eat?” fill the kitchenair.To the rescue is 3660 on the Rise. Since April, the

award-winning restaurant has been offering a three-course menu of monthly specials to alleviate thestress of last-minute dinner preparation.“We decided to start these specials to give our cus-

tomers a great excuse to eat out on the weekdays,”says banquet catering manager Cheryl Leong. “Theyhave been well-received from the beginning.”According to Leong, Chef Lydell Leong invents the

menus based on guests’ requests, crafting new disheseach month for foodies looking for a tasty and afford-able dinner out during the week.For the month of June, the three-course menu

includes House-Smoked Chicken and Fresh Spinach

A three-coursemenu that Risesto the occasion

Since opening at the corner ofWaialae Avenue and WilhelminaRise in 1992, 3660 on the Rise

has grown into a favorite neighborhoodestablishment, thanks in part to its menu of Euro-Island cui-sine that is as diverse as the Islands themselves.

“The menu appeals to the local tastes, and many of ourcustomers 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 welcomingatmosphere.

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

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

For those special get-togethers, 3660 on the Rise alsooffers four banquet rooms that can comfortably accommo-date up to 200 guests. Lunch and dinner buffets or setmenus are available, with offerings that include Pan-SearedScallops, Grilled Tenderloin of Beef, Soy Sake-GlazedButterfish, Lacquered Fillet of Wild Salmon, Shichimi-SearedBreast of Chicken, as well as an array of salad and dessertchoices.

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

Private dining rooms are reserved based on a guaranteednumber of party members and require a non-refundabledeposit to confirm reservations. Email banquets@3660.comfor full requirements and details.

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

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Ravioli topped with a Yuzu ButterSauce; Slow-Braised Beef infused with arefreshing mix of star anise, orange, gin-ger and shiitake mushroom and servedwith natural gravy; and for dessert, arich Old-Fashioned Layered ChocolateCake.“Sometimes if there are seasonal

ingredients that Chef knows are avail-able, he’ll incorporate them into themenu,” Leong adds.The three-course meal costs $29, plus

tax and gratuity, and is available eachTuesday, Wednesday and Thursdaythrough the end of the month.

3660 on the Rise3660 Waialae Ave.737.11773660.com

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Plan your ‘escape’ to ItalyBy Kyle Galdeira

If a trip across “the pond”is out of the question thissummer, Romano’s

Macaroni Grill offers uphearty portions of authen-tic Italian food coupled withan ambience similar to thatfound on a food-filledEuropean vacation. And thebest part, one doesn’t haveto travel farther than AlaMoana Center’s HookipaTerrace to find it.Flavors and aromas

abound upon entering theeatery, and are no doubtproliferated by the pres-ence of Macaroni Grill’spopular pupus. The TomatoBruschetta ($8.99) featuresripe tomatoes, fresh basil,garlic and extra virgin oliveoil combined as a toppingfor fresh focaccia bread.Tomato fans also will appre-ciate the Mozzarella AllaCaprese ($9.99) as largeslices of vine-ripened toma-toes are topped with buffa-lo mozzarella cheese andsurrounded by extra virginolive oil, aged balsamicvinegar and fresh basil. The Roasted Veggies

($8.99) features a platter of yel-low and red peppers, eggplant,zucchini and red onions roastedwith extra virgin olive oil andfresh herbs. Also popular amongMacaroni Grill guests is theCalamari Fritti ($9.99) that comeswith fresh lemon and a zestyarrabiata sauce.Stop in for Happy Hour specials

available daily from 4 to 7 p.m. inthe lounge area. Enjoy appetizersfor half off regular price as well as$3 house wines, $3 draft beers, $3domestic beers and $4 importedbeers all while relaxing in front ofthe televisions at the bar — talkabout the perfect pupu paradise.Also, Macaroni Grill makes for

a great Father’s Day gathering

with special offerings of steakand pork chops in addition tothe regular menu choices.“We’re the only Macaroni Grillto have pork chops,” saysexecutive chef MichaelLongworth, aka Chef Mike.“There was so much demand.Why change something peo-ple love?”

Open Everyday 10am-10pm / Except Sun & Wed 10am-9pm2919 Kapiolani Boulevard • Market City Shopping Center

735-8488

Expires 6/16/11. Must Present Coupon.

NEW DISH SPECIAL

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50% OFF50% OFF

Authentic & Original Vietnamese Cuisine

Spicy Tuna Lover$674(Dine-in Only)

Weekly Special(Regular $8.99)

Coupon required.One set/coupon/person.Some restrictions apply.

Expires 7/10/11

$674$1 .00 Fried Rice Saturday, June 18th (7am-1pm)$ .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

3308 Kanaina Avenue

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Romano’s Macaroni GrillWhere: Ala Moana Center –Hookipa Terrace, 1450 AlaMoana Blvd., Suite 4240,Honolulu

Call: 356.8300

Hours: Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday andSaturday 10 a.m.-11 p.m.

Notes: Take advantage of HappyHour specials available dailyfrom 4 to 7 p.m. in the loungearea including half-off pupus.

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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By Christina O’Connor

Richo in Kaimukiserves up innovativespins on traditional

Korean dishes six nights aweek. The restaurantopened in August and hasalready been reeling in cus-tomers with its ultra-chicambiance and extensivemenu.Mother and son Karen

Robertshaw and KellyFlynn, who eat dinnertogether once a week,recently dined at the rea-sonably priced venue to trysomething new. Richowowed them with itsJellyfish Sashimi ($6),Seafood Pancakes ($14),Chicken and Beef Skewers($13), Vegetable Skewers($6.95), and its most popu-

lar dish, the VolcanoSpecial ($18), a tasty (andspicy, but not too spicy)mix of bean sprouts,seafood, pork and beefintestine.Flynn and Robertshaw

told Dining Out they plan toreturn to Richo to try moredishes. And while these

two are always on the huntfor new flavors, Richo alsohas tasty options that caterto the less adventurouspalate.

Kelly Flynn: “TheSeafood Pancakes have thebatter on the bottom, a verythin layer, and they’re very

crispy. And then they put theseafood in it and have eggon top. The pancakes arevery unique; I don't thinkanybody else makes themlike this. This is a lot better.”

Robertshaw: “TheVegetable Skewers are areally great price. The cornwas excellent. These togeth-er are just the perfect meal.”

ethnic faves

A bit of pho for the sensesBy Chris Fleck

Pho can best be described as a com-fort food. Served for breakfast, lunchor dinner, pho dishes have an inviting

allure to them as the flavors of each ingre-dient merge together, rising from eachsteaming bowl. Pho is essentially Vietnamese, but the

cultural influence France had on Vietnamalso is a factor in the development of thisnoodle soup. Food historians have theo-rized that pho is an evolution of the Frenchphrase pot au feu, which translates deli-cately to “pot on the fire.”At the restaurant’s Aiea location inside

Westridge Shopping Center, the majority ofpho dishes consist of simmering beef inhot broth, but for seafood lovers, the Phowith Shrimp and Squid is a tempting alter-native.“This a very healthy meal that has been

on our menu from the beginning,” saysowner Tommy Dang.Pho with Shrimp and Squid — priced at

$7.95 for a regular bowl, $8.95 for a large

bowl — starts with warm broth servedwith fresh herbs, mint leaves, cut chives,cilantro, bean sprouts, chili peppers,wedges of lemon, aromatic spices and var-ious sauces. Filling the bowl are flat noo-dles and generous portions of shrimp andsquid that will have you slurping up astorm.

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

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Pho My LienWhere:Westridge ShoppingCenter, 98-150Kaonohi St., Aiea

Call: 488.4900

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

RichoWhere:Kaimuki, 3008Waialae Ave.

Call: 734.2222

Hours:Open Tuesday-Saturday 5 p.m.- mid-night and Sunday 5-10 p.m.

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

Kahala Mall738-5696

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Moiliili 951-5696

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Keeaumokuby Wal-Mart946-5696

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Pearlridge483-6805

Pearl Cityby Wal-Mart455-6805

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Located poolside at theOutrigger Reef on the Beach2169 Kalia Road, Honolulu, HI 96815 ph. 808.924.4990

Free valet parking11am-3pm with purchase.

1.800.OUTRIGGERoutriggerreef.com

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% offselected pupu items. Pupu sampler, poke cup,

and sashimi are 25% off.

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 PepperButter Sauce ($14). No stuffy formal fare here.

It’s like relaxing with family and friends in your own back yard.

...Susan Sunderland

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Richo

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

what we’re eating at...

wheat bread with balsamicvinaigrette dressing.

Fendu BoulangerieManoa Marketplace, 2752Woodlawn Drive, #5119

988.4310

1132 Cafe & Espresso BarGetting your hands on the per-

fect sandwich is as easy as 1, 2, 3at 1132 Café & Espresso Bar atthe First Hawaiian Center. As apreferred destination for justabout everything — from made-to-order sandwiches, soups andsalads to your classic pastriesand original espresso drinks,1132 Café can meet all of yourcatering needs and satisfy yourevery craving.“We have deli sandwiches for

$5.95, hot specialty sandwichesfor $6.50, cold specialty sand-wiches for $6.50 and gourmetsandwiches for $6.93,” saysowner Stefan Kruger, whoopened 1132 Café & EspressoBar’s first location five years agoat 1132 Bishop St.“We also specialize in catering,

and offer sandwich platters($8.50 per sandwich) and lunchboxes, which showcase our

sandwiches as well.”With so many decadent sand-

wiches to set your taste buds on,it’s hard to pick just one. I would,however, recommend theChicken Pesto Sandwich ($6.92)because if you’re passionateabout pesto like I am, you’llabsolutely fall in love with thisone! Imagine finely sliced savorychicken breast topped with atasty pesto sauce made withfresh basil, on a bed of toastedfocaccia bread. This pairing isexquisite and makes for a fabu-lous lunch for people on the go.You also can substitute the chick-en for turkey, if you like.“Our Turkey Bacon Avocado

Sandwich ($6.50) also is verypopular, along with our TurkeyCranberry & Brie Sandwich($6.50),” Kruger adds. “My wife,Edna, comes up with most of theitems on the menu.”Each sandwich is made to your

liking, whether you prefer wheat,bread, multi-grain, white bread,squaw bread or sourdough, toname a few.And when my hunger really

gets the best of me, I like to optfor a combo meal ($6.92), includ-ing an irresistible sandwich witha choice of soup or salad —

because really, some things in lifeare just meant to go together.Also, you won’t want to miss

out on the re-launching of 1132Café & Espresso Bar’s new andimproved menu for breakfast,lunch and all things pizza. Be sureto stop in this Wednesday andThursday for 30 percent off theentire menu (excludes cateringmenu).

1132 Cafe & Espresso Bar999 Bishop St. and 1132

Bishop St.526.1777

I Love Country CaféLet’s be honest, I love every-

thing about I Love CountryCafé! Yes, you tell me what’s notto love about guilt-free onoli-cious entrees that are house-made fresh every day?Specializing in quality gour-

met food that is both tasty andnutritious, this family-ownedeatery has three convenientlocations at the Navy Exchange,in downtown Honolulu and onQueen Street. Owners Richard and Millie

Chan, along with their daughter,Elizabeth, who serves as counseland creative director, provide

diners with a guilt-free home-made meal that does not discrim-inate — as there are entrees thatboth vegetarians and vegans canwhole-heartedly enjoy, as well.In the mood for a refreshing

sandwich this week, I just had togo for I Love Country Café’s FreshRoast Turkey Avocado Sandwich($8.50 whole, $6.50 half).For those who don’t know, I am

a die-hard for avocado, so obvi-ously I can’t get enough of thefresh slices of avocado

that accompany the fresh roast-ed turkey, complete with mayomustard, lettuce, tomato, alfalfasprouts and Jack cheese.“Many restaurants use deli

turkey in their sandwiches, buthere we only use the freshestturkey, as if it was Thanksgivingevery day,” says director of oper-ations Adela Visitacion.Yet, another hit among cus-

tomers when it comes to sandwich-es 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 thatyou may pick from whole wheator white bread made fresh atthe establishment.“Many people take advantage

of our catering options as well,we have many sandwich plat-ters available.”With the first bite of any

sandwich here, you too willsoon be falling in love with ILove Country Café. No doubt.

I Love Country Café885 Queen St.

596.8108, 783.7901(Catering Hotline)

1 I Love Country Cafe’s Fresh RoastTurkey Avocado Sandwich ($8.50 whole,$6.50 half)2 Ground Wagyu Beef Sandwich ($7) atFendu Boulangerie 3 1132 Cafe’sChicken Pesto Sandwich ($6.92)

4 1132 Cafe’s Edna Kruger with thepopular Chicken Pesto Sandwich. 5 I Love Country Cafe’s director ofoperations Adela Visitacion showcasesone of their many tasty sandwiches.

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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 allmud 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. Stirin cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil. Finishby adding the green onion and season with saltand pepper, if needed. Turn off heat.

Fresh Manila Clams with Black Bean SauceBy Chef Chai Chaowasaree | Serves 2

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

MANOA MARKETPLACE (Tons of FREE Parking) 988-1551

Upscale American Bistro Plate Lunch

OPEN: Mon-Sat 11am-9pm2671A S. King St.951-KING (5464)

Parking: turn into driveway between Kokua Market & 4 Kings

Local StyleBeef Luau Stew

Local StyleBeef Luau Stew

Come Early!Sells Out Fast!

CHEF KAPO’SCHEF KAPO’S

Chinese Restaurant East HonoluluON ON at McCully

1110 McCully St. • 946-8833(Corner of McCully & Young St.)

Aina Haina Shopping Center373-1303 or 373-4632

Dinner Menu for 4$39.95

Dinner Menu for 5$49.95

Dinner Menu for 6$59.95

Oyster Sauce ChickenPork Chop Pepper Salt

Stuffed TofuMinute Chicken Cake

NoodleRice

Hong Kong ChickenSpicy Pork Eggplant

Mushroom Egg Fu YungBeef Sour CabbageMinute Chicken Cake

NoodleRice

Oyster Sauce ChickenShrimp Pepper Salt

Bat Jun TofuSweet Sour PorkBeef Broccoli

Minute Chicken CakeNoodleRice

Live Lobsterwith purchase at On On only

Find menus and $5 couponat www.ononhawaii.com

$12.99

MON-THUR:6am - 9pmFRI: 6am - 11pmSAT: 7am - 11pmSUN: 7am - 9pm

524-2020 FREE ICE CREAM

SUNDAEwith purchase of Prime Rib

or Steak

Lunch & Dinnerwith this ad. Expires 6/30/11.

*Excludes beverages

Lunch $12.95(Daily 11am - 2pm)

Dinner Nightly(5:30pm - 10pm)

Belly Dancing NightlyWednesday - Sunday

758 Kapahulu Avenue (Free Parking in Rear)

737-2900

Celebrating 15 years!

at the Colony Surf

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

5:30 pm Reservations Only! MONDAY THRU SATURDAYON RESERVATIONS MENTIONING THIS AD

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

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Lunch

Dinner

After Midnight

Alcohol served

Online

Catering

Atlantis Seafood & Steak2284 Kalakaua Avenue922-6868

4 Kings Kitchen2671 S. King St.951-5464

d.k Steakhouse2552 Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki Marriott Beach Hotel931-6280

La Palme D’orAla Moana Center - Mall LevelMountain side, next to Shirokiya941-6161

Napoleon’s BakeryLocated inside of Zippy’s

Willows, The901 Hausten S t.952-9200

AMERICAN

BAKERYFendu Boulangerie2752 Woodlawn Dr.Manoa Marketplace988-4310

Tropics Bar & Grill2005 Kalia RoadHilton Hawaiian Village (Ali‘i Tower)949-4321

Panya711 Queen St. 597-88801111 Bishop St. #4 536-8363Ala Moana Center 946-6388Royal Hawaiian Center 791-2969

Larry’s Bakery4369 Lawehana St. (across Target in Salt Lake)422-0059

Eggs n’ Things343 Saratoga Road923-EGGS (3447)

Ige’s Restaurant & 19th Puka98-761 Oihana Place, Aiea486-3500

2710 South King St.www.fukuyadeli.com

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

CALL 946-2073

From Bentos to Banquets& Picnics to Potlucks!Graduation Catering

3-COURSE BRUNCH - 10am to 2pmSOUP OR SALAD• Smoked Tomato Soup or• Asian Roasted Duck Chopped SaladENTREE SELECTION• Angus Rib Eye & Eggs or• Miso Glazed Wild Salmon or• Beef Wellington or• Crab Cake BenedictDESSERT• Warm Maple Glazed Doughnuts

4-COURSE DINNER - 5pm to 9pmSOUP OR SALAD• Smoked Tomato Soup or• Asian Roasted Duck Chopped SaladAppetizer• Beef Wellington PopperEntree Selection• Mac Nut Crusted New Zealand Lamb Chops or• Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon or• Seafood PaellaDessert• Warm Maple Glazed DoughnutsNo Substitutions on Set Menu. Regular Menu also available.

1131 Nu’uanu Ave.587-7877Reservation recommended

$25perperson

$38perperson

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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 TheatresParking available at the Pro-Park location Seaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant.

922-6868www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

Prime Rib & Shrimp ScampiIncludes Soup or Salad & Ice Cream

$29953-Course Menu

Call 922-6868for Reservations & Information

2284 Kalakaua Ave.Open 7 Days

from 11am-10pm

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101735-5544

(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 65Kids (5 to 12) $12

CELEBRATE FATHER’S DAY!!

Peking DuckRainbow Tofu Spinach SoupChicken with Oyster Sauce

Maine Lobster Black Bean Meat SauceCurry Seafood with Banana Tempura

Braised Beef Short Ribs Sweet and Sour Whole Fresh FishBraised E Mein w Shredded Duck Chilled Mango Tapioca Dessert

Black Sugar Mochi$289 Table Ten • $149 Table of Five

Special Father’s Menu

Father’s Day Seafood/Prime Rib“Have It All” Dinner Buffet

Father’s Day “Have It All”Dim Sum Brunch 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 65Kids (3 to12) $14

WHERE TO DINE

CATERERS

Kahai Street Kitchen237 Kalihi Street, 845-0320

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

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

Anytime CafeMarket City Shopping Center2919 Kapiolani Blvd735-3888

CAFE

Yakiniku Camellia Buffet2494 S. Beretania St.944-0449

Makino ChayaAloha Tower Mkt place 585-6360Westridge Mall 486-5100

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine590 Farrington Hwy692-9880

Golden Palace SeafoodRestaurant111 N. King St.521-8268

CHINESE Duck Yun820 W. Hind Dr.Aina Haina Shopping Center373-1303 or 373-4632

Golden Duck1221 S. King St. • 597-80884230 Waialae Ave., Kahala737-7188

Chin’s Harbor View Restaurant1 Aloha Tower Drive, #283538-9881

Chin’s Chinatown Restaurant1023 Maunakea St.521-4492

Canton House Restaurant162 N. Hotel St.521-3788

Canton Seafood Restaurant923 Keeaumoku St.955-3388

1132 Cafe999 Bishop Street • 526-17771132 Bishop St. Ste.131 • 521-1837

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

Camellia Buffet930 McCully St.951-0511/0611

BUFFET

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Tuesday – SaturdayRainbow Tower Hilton Hawaiian Village®

Validated Valet and Self-Parking AvailableEvening and aloha attire. Dress shorts acceptable. No t-shirts, casual, swim shorts, tank

tops or slippers. Information subject to change without notice.

ALOHA STADIUM NIMITZ PARKING LOT - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

• Classic Cars • Street Rods • Vintage Cars • Motorcycles• Hunter Trucks • Dragsters

Public Admission $5 Adults - Under 10 yrs. FREEPublic Admission $5 Adults -

Keiki FunZone

EventT-Shirts

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4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala 1221 S. King St.737-7188 • 737-7288 597-8088

MON-THUR 10AM-10PM/FRI-SUN 10AM-11PM 10:30AM-11PM EVERYDAY

KAHALA LOCATIONNOW SERVING DIM SUMFREE $15 GIFT CERTIFICATEwith Take-out orders of $100 or more

Live WholeMain Lobster$11.99

w/ entreepurchase

FREESide Chinese Chicken Salad w/any entrée purchasew/ad. exp. 6/16/11

Dine-in or Take-out. Offer goodat King St. and Kahala

Open for Plate Lunch

Tue - Fri 10:30am - 1:30pm

237 KALIHI ST.(Corner of Kahai and Kalihi)

ph 845-0320kahaistreet-kitchen.com

DINE IN or TAKE-OUTCatering from casual to exquisite events

Signature dishes offered as

Daily Specials

“FEATURED ITEM OF THE WEEK”

Thai Jasmine Rice CrustedIsland Fish

with Tropical Fried Rice

596-0799Since 1989

626 SHERIDAN ST. (backside of Walmart)SUN, TUE, WED, THUR

6 AM - 12 MIDFRI & SAT6 AM - 2 AM

MON11 AM - 12 MID

YAKINIKUMILLION

TUES-SUN 6AM-11AM

NowAvailable

20% OFFSENIOR DISCOUNT60+ older, applies to

breakfast only

$2.99 BREAKFAST SPECIAL

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

Try Our Famous OXTAIL SOUP!“Tender and Tasty.Everyone Loves Our

Oxtail Soup.”

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

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT& DELICATESSEN

Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!

2746 Kaimuki Ave732-1656

ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

June 19, 2011Dinner Buffet 4 PM - 9 PM

$39.95 / person• Mini Ribeye Burger

Loco Moco• Braised Asian Style

Beef Short Ribs• Steamed Opakapaka

• Smoked Pork Bellyand much more!

Brunch Buffet 10 AM - 3 PM$39.95 / person• Fresh Sashimi• Slow Braised Roast Pork• Oven Roasted

Lamb Chops• Rosemary Crusted

Prime Riband much more! 952-9200

KAILUA(Next to Boots & Kimo’s)151 Hekili Street230-8400

WARD CENTRE(Auahi Streetfront)1200 Ala Moana596-0066

Limited Time Offer

Kalua pork, Chinese cabbage, caramelized onion, pineapple chunks, Hawaiian

luau plum BBQ sauce,garnished with

green onions

NOW OPEN at900 N. Nimitz Hwy

536-5870

NOW OPEN at900 N. Nimitz Hwy

536-8570

1627 Nuuanu Ave 585-88392955 E. Manoa Rd 988-0212

www.bangkokchefexpress.com

IMMENSELY POPULAR TAKE-OUT PLATE

Mon-Sat 10:30am-9pm; Sun 12n-8pm Call For Take Out

$6.25LUNCH FOR.....

Maple Garden/Yen King909 Isenberg St.941-6641

WHERE TO DINEFAMILY DINING

Angelo Pietro Honolulu1585 Kapiolani Blvd. #110941-0555

Seafood VillageHyatt Regency Resort & SpaStreet Level, 2424 Kalakaua Ave, #102971-1818

On On at McCully1110 McCully St.946-8833

ON ONat McCully

Mini Garden Orient &Vegetarian Cuisine2065 S. Beretania St.946-3828

New Liu’s Chop SueyKam Shopping Center1620 N. School Street, #120847-1234 / 841-8668

Nice Day Chinese Seafood RestaurantLiliha Square524-1628

Mandalay (The)1055 Alakea St.525-8585

Hee Hing Restaurant 449 Kapahulu Ave. 735-5544

Little Villlage Noodle House1113 Smith St.545-3008

Jade Dynasty Seafood Restaurant Ala Moana Shopping Center1450 Ala Moana Blvd. 4th Floor - Ho’okipa Terrace947-8818

BibasHale Koa Hotel, 2055 Kalia Road955-0555Call for eligibility details.

I Love Country Cafe885 Queen St.4725 Bougainville Dr.783-7901

new

Fresh Catch45-1118 Kam Hwy235-POKE (7653)3109 Waialae Ave735-POKE (7653)

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant5724 Kalanianaole Hwy.377-5566

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant3553 Waialae Ave.738-8666

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

Fathers receive FREE Ice Cream!

Includes Miso Soup, Cold Tofu, Tsukemono, Gyoza and Tea………$12.95

FATHER’S DAYSpecial

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

Must present coupon to receive offer. Expires 6/30/11.Cannot be combined with any special or discount.

NO MSGADDED!

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

Soft Rib Ramen

10% OFFENTIRE MENU

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• 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 BruleeCost: $19.95 Per Person

Also available Pasta • Burgers • Salads • Sandwiches

MON-FRI 10AM-TIL MIDNIGHT! • SUN 8AM-10PM2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218 MARKET CITY SHPG CNTR 735-3888

AUTHENTIC KOREAN DISHES

Happy Hour 4-7pmAll American Beers $2.00

Soju - $4.95Appetizers starting at $4.95

Lunch Specials & Platesstarting at $5.99

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

AUTHENTIC KOREAN DISHES

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

*DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES WITH

THIS AD. EXP. 6/30/11.

KOREAN CUISINE• LUNCH $15.95 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM• DINNER $22.95 2:30 PM -10 PMKal Bi, Sirloin, Chicken, Sashimi Spicy Pork, Oysters (Fri/Sat/Su)

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.

Purchase a total of $50 in

gift cards& receive a

FREE $5 gift

certificate!

Purchase a total of $50 in

gift cards& receive a

FREE $5 gift

certificate!

Offer good through June 30th.Offer good through June 30th.Offer good through June 30th.

WHERE TO DINE

Wailana Coffee House1860 Ala Moana Blvd.955-1764

Zippy’sCall the one nearest you.

Max’s Of Manila94-300 Farrington Hwy801 Dillingham Blvd.951-6297

Kit N Kitchen1010 University Avenue942-7622

Kani Ka Pila Grille2169 Kalia Rd, Outrigger Reef on the Beach924-4990

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

Kenny’s Express Hawaiian BBQ2nd Floor, Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center922-9333

Panya Bistro • Bakery • BarAla Moana Center, Mauka - Mall Level946-6388

FILIPINO

Tanaka Saimin888 N. Nimitz Hwy #103524-2020

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

JJ Bistro & French Pastry3447 Waialae Ave.739-0993

Restaurant Epic 1131 Nuuanu Ave.587-7877

J2 Asian Fusion3441 Waialae Ave.626-5368

Shakey’s Pizza ParlorWaipahu Town Center94-060 Farrington Hwy., #D3677-1919

Rainbow Drive Inn3308 Kanaina Ave.737-0177

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com922-5511

RESTAURANT

SUNTORY

D I N I N G O U T | J U N E 1 2 - 1 8 , 2 0 1 1 | 2 3

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

AIEA SHOPPING CENTER99-115 Aiea Heights Dr. (Next to Aiea Bowl)BYOB - no corkage fee 488-9727

NOW SERVINGBREAKFAST 8AM-11AM

1 Free Sopapillasw/ $20 purchase

Dine in only. Limited to 1 coupon per table. Not to be combined w/

other offers. Exp. 6/23/11

EL HARRO MEXICANO AIEA RESTAURANT

1 Free Sopapillas

Father’s Day Special MenuHam 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$159Special Menu

for10111N. King St. near Maunakea

7am-10pm521-8268No credit cards

accepted for special menu

Dim SumServed 7am Daily

$198Take-out Orders

Welcomed

Brunch9:30am–2:30pm

$31.95Omelette, Waffle,

Prime Rib Stations & Much More!

Dinner4:30–9:30pm

833-3728 • 2850 Paa St.(near Airport and 99 Ranch Market)

(No coupons for these specials)

Father’s DayBrunch

• Sunday, June 19th •

Kam Shopping Center | 847-1234 • 841-8668 | M-Sun 10:30am - 8:30pm

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW FOR…847-1234

Up to 10 people

Egg Blossom Soup • Sweet Sour SpareribsBeef Broccoli • Salt & Pepper • Shrimp Steamed FishOyster Sauce Chicken • Gon Lo Mein • Steamed Rice

Father’s Day & Graduation PartiesSpecial Set Party

MENU A$99

Call for Menu B-$120 & Menu C-$140

Nice Day Chinese Seafood RestaurantLiliha Square by Times Supermarket

524-1628

Excludes set menus; Roast Pork, Roast Duck, CharSiu & other specials. Not to be combined with any

other offer. Expires 6/30/11.

Credit Card Sale Only(With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum &Regular Menu Items

Dim Sum Take Out Special! 8am-11:30am10% OFF(Charge) •15% OFF(Cash)

Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!5% OFF(Charge) •10% OFF(Cash)

10%OFF

Celebrating 10Years!

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

5% OFF

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant3553 Waialae Avenue738-8666

Must present couponExpires 6/30/11

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

WHERE TO DINE

GREEK

The Fat Greek3040 Waialae Ave. 734-04041831 Ala Moana Blvd 941-3444Ala Moana Food Court 949-2120

Greek MarinaKoko Marina Shopping Center7192 Kalanianaole Hwy.396-8441

ITALIANTop of WaikikiWaikiki Business Plaza2270 Kalakaua Ave. 923-3877

Stage Restaurant1250 Kapiolani Blvd.237-5429

Chai’s Island BistroAloha Tower Market Pl.585-0011

Hy’s Steak House2440 Kuhio Ave.922-5555

Ruth’s Chris Steak HouseRestaurant Row • 599-3860Waikiki Beach Walk 440-7910

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

Romanos Macaroni GrillAla Moana CenterHookipa Terrace356-8300

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

FINE DINING

Paesano RistoranteWaimalu Plaza (across Safeway)98-1277 Kaahumanu St. #119485-8883

Manoa Marketplace2752 Woodlawn Dr.988-5923

AIEA/PEARLRIDGE98-150 Kaonohi St.

487-9911•

WAIKIKI1972 Kalakaua Ave.

942-2121www.tonyromas.com

Add St. Louis Ribsfor only $6 00 more

16 oz. Porterhouse Steak with Soup of theDay and Side Salad $27.99$27.99

www.eggsnthings.com 343 Saratoga Road (808) 923-EGGS (3447)

Locals bring in your valid state ID and receive a discount on your check, 10% between 6AM - 2PM,

15% 5PM - 10PM*Not available for retail items or take out

** Not valid with any other discounts or promotions

$100 For 10 PeopleSeaweed Tofu and Pork Soup

Deep Fried Crispy Whole ChickenSalt and Pepper Shrimp

Pork Chop w/Orange SauceSteamed Fish Fillet w/Black Bean Sauce

Vegetable w/GarlicBeef Vegetable NoodleSteamed White Rice

Cannot combinewith other discounts

Call for info on ourFREE LOBSTER

SPECIAL

NEW!Kids Menu for$3.99

377-5555 or 377-5566Lungfunghawaii.com • Open Daily 11am-9pm

5724 Kalanianaole Hwy • Niu Valley Shopping CenterLOTS OF FREE PARKING

Available Daily for Dine-in or Take-out

2 4 | D I N I N G O U T | J U N E 1 2 - 1 8 , 2 0 1 1

Mouth WateringDesserts

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

Entrées

Alaskan King Crab Cake withRoasted Garlic Aioli • Kataifi &Macadamia Nut Crusted JumboBlack Tiger Prawns • Thai Curry

Puffs & More

Alaskan King Crab Leg • GrilledFresh Atlantic King Salmon

• Roasted Prime Rib with Beef Jus • Mongolian Style Lamb Chops• Grilled Lemongrass Garlic Pork

Tenderloin • Vegetarian Stir-fry withTofu • Crispy Bacon, Sausage

and Scambled Egg (for brunchonly) • & More

Alaskan King Crab Legs & Prime Rib Buffet

Entertainment by Hawaii’s Best,Melveen Leed

Brunch seating from 9:30Dinner seating from 5:00

$59 per person50% OFF for children under 12 years old

Hot & ColdAppetizers & Salads

Melveen Leed

1345 S. King StreetCorner of S. King St.

& Sheridan St.Close to Ala Moana

Shpg Cntr & Wal Mart

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

Japanese Home Style Restaurant“Hinone Mizunone”

Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN

cooked completely by “Ogama”.

Choose from • Fried Oyster • Ebi Fry • Ahi Sashimi • Broiled SalmonDiced 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

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

OPEN 11 am - 9 pmLunch 11 am - 5 pmDinner 5 pm - 9 pm

Closed Sundays

Dinner Menu2 Choice

Teishoku Combo$16.75- $20.75

Dinner Menu2 Choice

Teishoku Combo$16.75- $20.75

ALA MOANA BLVD. • KUHIO AVEPEARL CITY • KANEOHE • HILO

Ala Moana (Free Parking)

Daily3:00 p.m.-Closing

Receive one freeKid’s Meal with purchase

of one dinner entreeplus two beverages.

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

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

Comehungry.

Leavehappy.

Parking along left side of Bldg andright side of bldg all stalls except 1-10

HAPPY HOURFRIDAYS

5:30-11pm50%OFFDRAFTBEERS

40 Types ofDim Sum

$2.08FREE

Dessertwith Dine In

order & coupon.

162 N. Hotel St. 521-3788(next to Maunakea Market in the center of Chinatown)

Daily 7am - 4pm

10% OFFTake Out Orders with coupon.

Best Dim Sum in Hawaii!

Take-out & CateringWelcomed

Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana St., 1960 Kapiolani Blvd #116., Hon. HI 96826Mon-Sun 11am - 2pm; 5pm - 11pm / Open till midnight on Friday & Saturday • www.mccullysc.com941-1115

1ST ANNIVERSARY SPECIALJune 26 thru July 1, 2011

50% OFFTwo New Broths: Spicy Beef & Fermented TofuWith ad; Not to be combined with any other offer. Valid 6/26 - 7/1/11

Tofu BrothOur signature chicken brothwith the addition of nutritious silken tofu and garnished with

fresh spring onion. $8.99Gift

Certificates

Available

WHERE TO DINE

Sekiya’s Restaurant &Delicatessen2746 Kaimuki Avenue732-1656

Restaurant SuntoryRoyal Hawaiian Shpg Cntr 3rd Flr.922-5511

Sansei Seafood RestaurantWaikiki Beach Marriott Resort2552 Kalakaua Ave,931-6286

Makino Chaya98-150 Kaonohi St. 486-5100

Kozo SushiKahala Mall 738-KOZOKeeaumoku 946-KOZOMoiliili 951-KOZOPearlridge 483-6805Pearl City 455-6805

Kobe Japanese Steak House1841 Ala Moana Blvd.941-4444

Hinone Mizunone1345 South King St.942-4848

Kochi1936 South King St.941-2835

Hifumi Japanese RestaurantChinese Cultural Plaza536-3035

JAPANESE

Z PizzaWard CentreAuahi St. Shops596-0066

151 Hekili St., Kailua230-8400

Hanaki RestaurantManoa Marketplace2756 Woodlawn Drive988-1551

G SushiMarket City Shopping Center2919 Kapiolani Blvd. #23732-9661

Open Daily 11am-10pm2 0 6 5 S . B e r e t a n i a S t r e e t • 9 4 6 - 3 8 2 8

L o t s o f F R E E P a r k i n g !

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Under New Management20%OFFNot to be combined with any other offer.

Take OutOrders

FREE DESSERTwith any purchase; Dine in only.FREE DESSERTwith any purchase; Dine in only.

SUSHI BAR SPECIAL

15% OFFWITH COUPON

SUSHI BAR SPECIAL

15% OFFWITH COUPON

Not to be combined with other special offers. Beverages excluded.

Expires 6/24/11

SHRIMPTEMPURALUNCH SPECIAL

$8.95

SHRIMPTEMPURALUNCH SPECIAL

$8.95

3579 Waialae Avenue737-8820

High Qualityat Affordable Prices!

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

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Maple Garden/Yen King909 Isenberg Street • 941-6641www.MapleGardenHawaii.com

Party Room Available for20-80 people

Open Daily 10am to 9:30pm FREE Ample Parking@ FHB after hours

FeaturingCrab Legs

& BBQ RibsLunch $16.95 adults / $10 children Dinner $20.95 adults / $12 children

Ala Carte Menu also available

All You Can Eat All You Can Eat

present a valid local ID for offer. cannot be combined withany other specials or coupons. 2nd entree must be of equalor lesser value. some restrictions apply. Expires 06-12-2011

Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 6/30/11

WESTRIDGE SHOPPING CENTER • 488-4900(Next to Makino Chaya) 98-150 Kaonohi St., Aiea

Mon-Sat 10am-10pm • Sun 10am-8pm

facebook.com/phomylienhawaiiMilitary w/ID receive 10% OFF

Summer Rolls $3.49

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN CUISINE

2740 East Manoa Rd • 988-8118 • M-Sat 11am-9pm • Sun 8am-8pm41-865 Kalanianaole Hwy, Waimanalo • 259-7374 • M-Sat 11am-8pm • Sun 8am-8pm

FREE Mexican CoffeeRedeem this ad and recieve a free coffee with the purchase of any breakfast entree.Limit one coffee per entree. Limited Time Only.

Best “Japanese Style”Shabu Shabu in Hawaii

w/coupon. Exp. 6/18/11

M-Sat 11am-2pmDinner Nightly 5pm-10pmValidated Parking1221 Kapiolani Blvd. 597-1655

WHERE TO DINE

The Pyramid Restaurant758 Kapahulu Avenue737-2900

MEDITERRANEAN

Yakiniku Million626 Sheridan St.596-0799

Richo3008 Waialae Ave.734-2222

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

Sushi San1411 Kapiolani Blvd, Suite 1944-0670

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

Central, in Waikiki Shopping Plaza,922-4702

West in Ala Moana Cntr-Hookipa Terrace945-3443

Sushi Ichiban3579 Waialae Ave.737-8820

Sushi Company 1111 McCully Street947-5411

Sumo Ramen Kaneohe 234-6868Kapolei 693-8808Market City 737-1868Kamehameha Shp Cntr 848-8186Pearl Highlands Cntr 456-808299 Ranch Mapunapuna 833-3139

Sikdorak Korean RestaurantSam Sung Plaza 655 Keeaumoku St., #108949-2890

KOREANFrog House Restaurant1604 Kalakaua Ave.951-9370

941-4444

NIGHTLY 5:30 PM - 6:30 PMTeriyaki Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15.95Daily Fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$23.95Sukiyaki Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20.95Teriyaki Steak & Chicken Combo . .$21.95Kama‘aina & Military Discount

Available (with proper ID)

1841 Ala Moana Blvd.Between Ilikai & Hilton Hawaiian Village

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

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$1 OFFAny Breadpurchases over $4

Must present coupon • exp. 6/16/11

DAILY BREAD SPECIALSTUESDAY Rustic Kalamata Olive Bread

WEDNESDAY Sundried Tomato Cheesebread

THURSDAY Foccacia Derecco

FRIDAY Walnut Raisin

SATURDAY Hamakua Farms Mushroom Bread

SUNDAY Buckwheat Fig

“All Natural no added chemicals”

988-43102752 Woodlawn Dr. • Manoa MarketplaceTues-Sat 7:30am-7pm; Sunday 7:30am-3pm

HO HO Chinese Cuisine590 Farrington HwyKapolei Marketplace

692-9880Seafood Lunch ...... starting at $950Seafood-CrablegDinner Buffet ...... starting at $1595

SUMMER ISPARTY TIMEBook Your’s NOW!

Call For Group Rates!

Manapua SpecialSteamed $1.25Baked $1.35

Pork HashHalf Moon

$.70

ShrimpDumplings

$.70Manapua Station • Open Mon.-Sat. 6AM • Sun. 8AM

FATHER’S DAY

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

941-2835KIDS EAT FREEMONDAY & TUESDAY

*KIDS - Ages 2 to 7 years old.

*1 Child per AdultFREE ENTREE ONYOUR B-DAY!

*BIRTHDAY PERSON w/Valid ID &

*2 ADULT (guests) to qualify.

*FREE ENTREE (up to $19 value).

PARTIES

WELCOME!

Since 1945

801 Dillingham (next to Costco)

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

951-MAXS (6297)

“Cuisine of the Philippines”

www.maxsofmanila.com

Now acceptingreservations and

catering forFATHER’S DAY!

Private Party Rooms Available

Sizzling Tofu

1055 Alakea St. 525-8585

Father’s Day ~ Sunday, June 19, 2011

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

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

Adults $21.99Seniors 60 & Over $17.99

Children ages 3 -12 $13.99

DIM SUM BUFFETSeating at: 10AM and 12PM

FEATURING:Hong Kong Style Dim Sum

Soups & SaladsBeef Broccoli, Salt & Pepper Shrimp,

Orange ChickenMore Entrées & Desserts

DINNER BUFFETSeating at: 5:00PM and 7:00PM

FEATURING:Roasted Pig, Snow Crab Legs,

Prime Rib, Peking Duck w/Bun, and Shrimp Cocktail

Soups & SaladsStir Fried Entrees

More Entrées & DessertsAdults $27.99

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

FREE PARKING!2494 S. Beretania St.

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

50 Different Items to Choose From50 Different Items to Choose From

Call 677-7744 to order or visit www.acateredexperience.com for more info.Minimum 25 guests, delivery fees may apply.

Create Your Own Graduation Menu from $10.95 per person.Pupu, Custom, Hawaiian & Prime Rib Menus also available!

Celebrate Your Graduate’s Achievement!

to order or visit www.acateredexperience.com for more info.Minimum 25 guests, delivery fees may apply.

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

677-7744Minimum 25 guests, delivery fees may apply.

Pupu, Custom, Hawaiian & Prime Rib Menus also available!Create Your Own Graduation Menu from $10.95 per person.Pupu, Custom, Hawaiian & Prime Rib Menus also available!Pupu, Custom, Hawaiian & Prime Rib Menus also available!

Available for eventsbooked through

August 31, 2011.

Fresh Broiled Salmon with Mediterranean Sauces, Basmati Rice, Pita Bread and Greek Salad.

www.thefatgreek.netWaialae - 734-0404

3040 Waialae Ave.(Corner of St. Louis & Waialae)

Open Daily 11am-10pm

Waikiki - 941-34441831 Ala Moana Blvd.(Between Ilikai & Kobe)Open Daily 11am-10pm

Ala Moana - 949-2120Ala Moana Food Court

Mall Hours

BYOBno corkage

fee

WHERE TO DINE

Pho My Lien98-150 Kaonohi St.488-4900

Pho Kitchen2919 Kapiolani Blvd.735-8488

VIETNAMESE

Souvaly Thai Cuisine803 Kam Hwy.455-5888

Bangkok Chef1627 Nuuanu Ave. • 585-88392955 E. Manoa Rd. • 988-0212900 N. Nimitz Hwy. • 536-8570

THAI

Shabu Shabu Bangkok“Thai Style” Hot Pot949 Kapahulu Ave. • 732-7666

Shabu Shabu House“Japanese Style” Hot Pot1221 Kapiolani Blvd. #108597-1655

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

Serg’s Mexican Kitchen2740 East Manoa Rd988-8118

3660 on the Rise 3660 Waialae Ave.737-1177

PACIFIC RIM

Fukuya Delicatessen & Catering2710 S. King St.946-2073

OKAZUYA SHABU SHABUEl Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727

MEXICAN

Wahoo’s Fish Taco940 Auahi St. #140591-1646

41-865 Kalaniaole Hwy (Waimanalo)259-7374

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tableside

@tableside

Above: Paesano manager Noi Malavong, at left, and owner Nila Rattanasamay present the famousSeafood 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

Paesano Ristorante

Serving it up Italian-style, PaesanoRistorante Italiano has just what you needwhen you’re in search of fine dining at an

affordable price. With a wide selection of pastadishes on the menu, as well as seafood entrees— such as the Seafood Combination — there’ssomething for everyone. Paesano RistoranteItaliano is located at Waimalu Plaza ShoppingCenter and Manoa Marketplace, and open dailyfrom 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (lunch) and from 5 to 9p.m. (dinner). Call 485.8883 or 988.5923.

Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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