Hawaii Dining Out 9 Oct 2011

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Decades after first opening shop, Max’s of Manila continues to serve up many Filipino favorites,

including the kind of delicious chicken

worth crowing about. See page 4 | Leah Friel photo

Are you ready for some fantastic football foods? | 2Savoring the flavor of Bangkok’s Thai Green Curry | 14

ALSO:JJ’s desserts

are oh, so sweet! | 6

Mad aboutMax’s

Servers Mae Aguilar, standing,and Genelle Soriano with several of the restaurant’s mostrequested items, including(clockwise from top) Tokwa'tKininchay, Sinigang na Hiponsoup, Whole Fried Chicken,Halo-Halo dessert, BicolExpress with spicy cream sauceand Calamansi Juice

It’s that time of the year again whenour world seemingly revolves arounda prolate spheroid called a pigskin.

Yes, football is back in full force with fan-tasy teams chosen and myriad fansproudly sporting their favorite jerseys ata stadium or in front of the tube. To behonest, I’m no expert on the game, but Ido appreciate the spirit of competitionand, more importantly, all the parties thatgo along with this festive season.With that in mind, I’ve decided to pay

tribute this week to my “starting lineup”of tailgate favorites — establishmentsworthy of kicking off any party the rightway! So without further ado, down, set —and let’s go!

Kenny’s RestaurantFor the past 45 years

many local families havemade Kenny’sRestaurant atKamehameha ShoppingCenter an integral partof their lives.Personally, I can recallenjoying early morningbreakfasts there as achild with my family.These days, the Kalihi

eatery has proudly become an essentialpart of tailgating season.“We now have a tailgate special going

on,” says Kenny's Restaurant’s assistantmanager Leihulu Irvine. “We had a lot ofcustomers who would stop here to eatbefore they’d go to support the UHWarriors, and we’d have those whowould come to eat after the game.“A lot of customers expressed to us

that they’d like to take our food to theirtailgate parties — so that’s how we cameup with this special.”Football and tailgating fans would

agree that this is the best idea yet.Popular items offered as part of the ono-licious tailgate special are Kenny’sKorean Style Chicken, Chow Mein, FriedRice, Egg Battered Mahi Mahi andChinese Chicken Salad.These items are available in small,

medium or large pans (small starting at

$30, medium starting at $80, large start-ing at $150), so depending on the size ofyour party, Kenny’s will hook you up withjust the right amount of food. Leftoversare wonderful, but really nothing beatslocal favorites at their freshest! Speakingof fresh, the Chinese Chicken Salad is awinner and, according to Irvine, hasalways been a best-seller since therestaurant’s inception. Sink your tastebuds into a forkful of this savory salad,featuring shoyu chicken, char siu, wonton chips, Chinese parsley and peanutson a bed of crisp lettuce laced with a spe-cial sesame seed dressing.“This is the first time we’re doing

something specifically for our tailgatingcustomers, and so far this special hasbeen taking off,” Irvine states.The team at Kenny's Restaurant seems

to have a winning recipe for sure!

Kenny’s RestaurantKamehameha Shopping Center

1620 N. School St.841.0931

Max’s of ManilaNo football game is complete without a

Filipino Fiesta to go along with it! I lovethe idea of being able to devour platefulsof Filipino favorites during half-time, andcelebrate with a bite of Max’s famousfried chicken every time my team scoresa touchdown. Max’s of Manila makes it

easy for football fans to enjoy andsavor the tastes of the Philippines.According to general manager Maly

San Luis of the Dillingham andWaipahu locations, “the recipe for ourchicken began 65 years ago with abranch in the Philippines. The ownerswere serving the chicken to the

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When he started his owncafé in 1945, MaximoGimenez never could

have envisioned the globalreach his food would have morethan six decades later.A Stanford University-educat-

ed teacher, Gimenez openedMax’s Restaurant in QuezonCity, Philippines, after soldiershe had befriended during WorldWar II kept coming over to hishouse for drinks. The café ini-tially served chicken, steak andbeverages, and the soldiersgrew fond of the signature chick-en that was — and still is — ten-der, juicy and crispy. Max’sbecame known as “the housethat fried chicken built,” and therest, as they say, is history. Therestaurant expanded with chain

stores across the Philippines,and eventually found its way tothe United States. “Chicken was one of the items

he offered to guests, and itbecame so popular that (Max’s)turned into a restaurant as aresult,” explains Maly San Luis,managing director of Max’s inHawaii. “That’s how the restau-rant became famous: the chick-en. Since then, especially in thepast 20 to 30 years, the menuhas expanded to include a fullassortment of Filipino offer-ings.” Max’s of Manila, as it is known

abroad, has seen its popularityin the Islands continue to growat its Dillingham Boulevard andWaipahu locations.Customers pack the

house for a wide assortment offavorites, including the ever-popular fried chicken, cookedin its signature secret recipe.San Luis sat down with Dining

Out during a recent bustlinglunchtime at the Waipahurestaurant to share a bit ofinsight into what keeps cus-tomers buzzing about Max’s.

DO: How would you describethe origin of Max’s cuisine as awhole?

San Luis: You have differentregions, as with any cuisine,and I would describe Max’s asbeing more central, as is Manila.It’s a combination of Chinese,Malay and Spanish — that’s

Written by Kyle GaldeiraPhotos by Leah Friel

Dining Out//Cover Story//Max’s of Manila

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Decades after first opening shop, Max’s of Manila continues

to serve up many Filipino favorites,

including the kind of delicious chicken

worth crowing about See page 4 | Leah Friel photo

Are you ready for some favorite football foods? | 2Savoring the flavor of Bangkok’s Thai Green Curry | 14

ALSO:JJ’s desserts

are oh, so sweet! | 6

Mad aboutMax’s

Servers Mae Aguilar, standing,and Genelle Soriano with several restaurant favorites,including (clockwise from top)Tokwa't Kininchay, Sinigang naHipon soup, Whole FriedChicken, Halo-Halo dessert,Bicol Express with spicy creamsauce and Calamansi Juice

Where: 801 Dillingham Blvd., Honolulu

Hours: Open daily, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Call: 951.6297

Website: www.MaxsChicken.com

Max’s of ManilaDining Out//Cover Story

Where: 94-300 Farrington Hwy., Suite F-1, Waipahu

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sundays, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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what Filipino food is. There are a lot ofstir-fry dishes, but some of the ingredi-ents are from Malay, and you havesome Spanish touch to it — the sameway the history of the Philippines cameabout (with multiple cultural and eth-nic influences).

DO: What has helped make Max’s sosuccessful here in Hawaii?

San Luis: It helps to have such ahuge Filipino population, but we’re alsooffering something different from whatis usually available. Most of what isavailable is the regional cuisine withmore of a Northern (Philippines) influ-ence, and (Max’s) offers open, invitingfood options to those who may not beaccustomed to the ethnic delicacies.

DO: What are some of Max’s mostpopular offerings?

San Luis: Of course, we have thechicken ($7.95 for a half chicken, $13.50whole) that has become populararound the world. The Bicol Express($13.95) is crispy pork belly servedwith a spicy, creamy sauce. Also, theSinigang ($8.95-$9.95 for regular,$14.95-$16.95 for large) that is thetamarind-based sour soup and a staplein Filipino cooking, and it comes withvarious meat choices. There is even aversion made with miso that comeswith mahi mahi in it.

DO: With such a strong Filipino pop-ulation here in the Islands, how hasMax’s been received thus far?

San Luis: It’s been wonderful — bet-ter than we expected. We’ve gotten alot of support in terms of acceptanceas well as people choosing to host par-ties here. We’ve become a party cen-

tral. In general, it’s a family-orientedbusiness, and it’s a good way for theyounger generation, who is just beingintroduced to Max’s, to experiencenative cooking from back home.

DO: Describe Max’s potential forhosting parties and large gatherings.

San Luis: At the Waipahu location,we can fit up to about 185 people andat Dillingham, we can accommodate upto 150. We also have smaller privaterooms at both locations that can fitparties from 25 to 35 people for any-thing from corporate presentations tomeetings and family gatherings. Get 25of your closest friends and familytogether — for Filipinos, that’s natural!

DO: Are there any upcoming specialsthat customers should be on the look-out for?

San Luis: This year, worldwide, it’sthe 66th anniversary of Max’s. Every

year we try to do something on theanniversary date, which is Oct. 18, andthis year we’re offering half off theMax’s Chicken on that day. The specialis good for that day, and is available forboth dine-in and takeout orders. In thepast, we’ve run various specials, andthe chicken goes like crazy. It’s our wayof saying thank you.

DO: Do you recommend any specificdishes for those looking to try Max’sfor the first time?

San Luis: We do have Combo Meals(ranging from $5.75 to $9.50) that comewith chicken, and other choices —whether it’s pancit or lumpia. So, theycan try out a variety of different items.Also, in conjunction with the HauntedHouse next to our Dillingham location,we came up with a Snack Pack ($5.50)available after 5 p.m. through the restof this month at that location only.

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1 Whole Fried Chicken ($13.50), aMax’s staple that will be sold at half-priceOct. 18 to celebrate the restaurant’s66th anniversary.2 The Bicol Express ($13.95) featurescrispy pork belly with spicy cream sauce3 Tokwa't Kininchay ($7.95) 4 Sinigang na Hipon, a tamarind-basedsoup with shrimp5 The lunchtime crowds at Max’sDillingham location6 Halo-Halo ($5.70)7 Employee Jho Pace with a plate ofWhole Fried Chicken

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1 Chocolate Pyramid ($4.95) 2 Lady in Red Guava Bavarian ($4.50) 3 Chocolate Lilikoi ($4.50) 4 (clockwise, top-left) Lady in RedGuava Bavarian ($4.50), Illy FinestItalian Coffee Brewed Coffee ($1.75), Chocolate Lilikoi($4.50) and Chocolate Pyramid($4.95) 5 Beyond JJ’s desserts, there is Cheese Ravioli with Lobster ($12.95) 6 Chef JJ Praseuth Luangkhot with the Illy Finest Italian Coffee Brewed Coffee ($1.75) and Chocolate Pyramid ($4.95)

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Desserts at JJ Bistro & French Pastry inKaimuki aren’t just delicious, they’re a tasteof art.

From the front entrance, customers are immedi-ately greeted by a display of 45 different sweet con-coctions, including JJ’s signature ChocolatePyramid and the popular Chocolate Lilikoi andLady in Red Guava Bavarian.Just one glance and you’ll be tempted to order

dessert first. And that’s totally acceptable. After all,owner/chef Jinjie “JJ” Praseuth Luangkhot startedhis business creating desserts. He also makes pas-tries for Chai’s Island Bistro, Singha Thai Cuisine,Pagoda Hotel & Restaurant and Tsukiji FishMarket and Restaurant.“My style is something very simple, yet it looks

elegant and is tasty,” explains Luangkhot, who isthe winner of the 2011 Honolulu Star-AdvertiserIlima Award for Diamond Head Theatre ShowStopper - Best Dessert.JJ’s signature Chocolate Pyramid features a dark

chocolate mousse made of a combination of threedifferent types of chocolate, and comes with orwithout fresh raspberries. It tastes like a chocolatetruffle that just melts in your mouth.“I loved mathematics when I was a kid and that’s

the reason I created the Chocolate Pyramid,” saysLuangkhot. “It looks very simple, but with one miss-

ing number it won’t be the shape,and that’s one thing that wasinteresting to me when Icame up with the mold.Also, I just like to look atit. I’ve never seen the(Egyptian) pyramids,but whenever I look atmy pyramids I feel like I’mthere. I just feel a con-

nection.”

While JJ Bistro & French Pastry is known for itsmouthwatering desserts, the restaurant also offersa full menu, including salads, soups, pizza, pastasand specialty entrees such as a Cheese Ravioli withLobster dish for only $12.95.In August, a special Afternoon Tea menu was

added, and earlier this year, Luangkhotopened Le Cacao Bistro, conveniently locatednext door. It’s a New York-style bistro offeringmore steak and seafood dishes, although cus-tomers can still order from a menu that nat-urally includes JJ’s award-winning desserts.

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JJ Bistro &French Pastry Where:3447 Waialae Ave.Honolulu

Call:739.0993

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Hours:Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.;Sunday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Not only does Anytime Café offer an inter-national fusion of Italian, Chinese andAmerican dishes, the restaurant actually

brings in specialized ingredients from aroundthe world to ensure it delivers a high-qualityand unique dining experience. Since opening in February 2010, the response

to the Market City Shopping Center eatery hasbeen great. “We are so happy that some cus-tomers, after they eat, bring their friends andfamily. If they feel happy, then they will comeback and we have a lot of regulars now,” saysowner Cindy Wong. The positive response is certainly in part

thanks to exclusive flavors you won’t find any-where else. Sure, you’ve tried Milk Tea, but haveyou ever had it Hong Kong-style, with importedtea straight from the region itself? The distinctiveHong Kong Style Milk Tea is a must at only $3.50. In addition to imported ingredients, this

establishment offers irreplaceable dishescooked with homemade sauces and soup bases,to name a few. After enjoying your entree, youcan satisfy your sweet tooth with MangoPudding ($4.25) and Tiramisu ($4.25) made fromscratch as well. No matter the time of day or the craving, this

is the spot to find a one-of-a-kind dish.Anytime.

Anytime CaféWhere:Market City Shopping Center2919 Kapiolani Blvd., #218Honolulu, HI 96826

Call:735.3888

Hours:Monday-Friday 10 a.m.–midnightSaturdays 8 a.m.–midnightSundays 8 a.m.–10 p.m.

Anytime’s MatchlessCreationsYou haven’t lived until you’ve tried these three

absolutely scrumptious offerings at AnytimeCafé:

�Shrimp Wonton Noodle in Broth ($7.95)The thin noodles and wonton wraps in this

dish come all the way from Vancouver, the clos-est place Wong could find the right product withthe perfect chewy consistency. After soaking upthe flavorful broth — made from dried shrimp,pork bone and dried fish — with the importednoodles, you’ll want to add another batch ($2extra) before sampling the Shrimp Noodle($8.25) and Lo Mein-style ($2 extra) options.

�Pork Chop Risotto ($12.95)The proof is in the pudding, or the risotto, in

this case. In addition to the pair of pan-fried,seasoned pork chops that rest atop a mound ofbeautifully simmered Arborio rice, a third pieceof pork makes this dish extraordinary. It ischopped and added to the rice among a varietyof mixed vegetables, including mushrooms, bellpeppers and onions. Wong especially loves thelight tomato-broth base that brings all the fla-vors together.

�Thai Style Pork Cheek ($6.95)A true rarity, you won’t see this dish in many

places. “You can’t buy this cut of meat from themarket,” explains Wong, who orders it fresh,directly from local meat companies. The cheekis then marinated in a homemade sauce, pan-fried and finished in the oven. The resultingunique eat is an unbeatably tangy and tenderpork dish.

onthemenu

1 Pork Chop Risotto ($12.95)2 Shrimp Wonton Noodle in Broth ($7.95)3 Thai Style Pork Cheek ($6.95)

Nathalie Walker photos

A Café that Goes the Distance

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After nearly 15 yearsof offering items off ahighly desirable buf-

fet menu, Hanaki Restaurantdecided to make a drasticswitch last May and go shabushabu. “(At Hanaki), we wanted to

have a family restaurant and tohave good-tasting food that’saffordable,” says manager MarkMitsuyoshi. “We liked the ideaof shabu shabu for many yearsnow; it has more variety and it’shealthier. Your family canreceive all the vegetable serv-ings they need and the averageprice (per customer) is $12-$13.Our shabu shabu has a greatvariety of different, fresh, local-ly grown vegetables, slicedmeats and seafood.” If customers opt for shabu

shabu, they must first select thetype of soup they want ($5).Soup flavors range from theKonbu — light, seaweed-basedudon soup — to the Sukiyaki, aheavier soup with shoyu and

sugar.“These soups give the foods

that you choose flavor,”explains Mitsuyoshi. “We havemild soups, stronger soups andspicy soups. The most popularsoups are the Konbu, Miso(medium, traditional Japanesesoybean paste) and Sukiyaki.”After choosing their soup fla-

vors, customers can choose avariety of ingredients to add totheir soups. Each of these ingre-dients — meats, seafood andvegetables — are located inbowls or plates color-coded byprice. “We list our prices by contain-

er because it’s easy to under-stand; we have such a large vari-ety (of items),” says Mitsuyoshi.For the green bowls ($2.50),

the most popular choicesinclude Chinese cabbage, babypak choy and the udon noodle.Other available options includetofu, vegetable soba, bambooshoots and ramen. According toMitsuyoshi, the Inoki mush-rooms are the most popular of

the red bowls ($3.50), whichalso offer shiitake mushrooms,lobster balls and ika fishcake.Plates ($4.50) feature optionssuch as clams, baby octopus,fish fillet, lamb and salmon.“The prime rib and the sliced

squid are the most popularchoices (for the plates),” saysMitsuyoshi. “We have more than35 types of meat and seafoodand more than 40 different kindsof vegetables to choose from.”For customers who are

unsure of which ingredients toadd to their soup, Hanaki offerssuggestions located above theingredients, based on brothtype. For example, mustard cab-bage, a variety of mushrooms,tofu, long rice and corn wouldbe an excellent combinationwith a spicy soup base, whereasthose with a Konbu base shouldchoose ingredients such asromaine lettuce, choi sum, oys-ter mushrooms, udon noodlesor broccoli for the best results. A sauce station and a shave

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Hanakiat

For families looking for a restaurantthat provides their children withhealthy, delicious and do-it-yourselfdinners at reasonable prices, HanakiRestaurant is the perfect destination.

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ice station also are available for those who choosethe shabu shabu option at Hanaki, according toMitsuyoshi, who adds the latter is extremely well-liked among customers.“For some reason, the taste of shave ice is very

refreshing after the hot soup,” he says. “Everybodyseems to enjoy it. We also offer beer, wine, hot sakeand premium iced sake.” While the shabu shabu has been popular among

customers, people still choose items from Hanaki’sa la carte menu. Two- or three-choice combinationplates are available ($9.95 and $12.95), as are choic-es of various udon bowls or donburi meals. “The shrimp tempura, chicken karaage and mis-

oyaki butterfish are still our most popular hot fooditems,” says Mitsuyoshi. “We had them during thebuffet time and people remember them. TheNabeyaki Udon ($12.95) — shrimp tempura, chick-en, egg and vegetables — and Shrimp Udon ($11.95)would be the most popular of the udon bowls. Andeveryone’s familiar with the Chicken Donburi($11.95), comprising tender chicken, cabbage,onions and egg.”Although the majority of its customers dine in,

Hanaki offers takeout options for items on both, thea la carte menu and for shabu shabu, much to thedelight of its clientele. “Practically everything is available for takeout,”

Mitsuyoshi confirms. “We had some people make alist of things they want (for shabu shabu), wecooked it and they picked it up. You’re (also) wel-come to take home your food after you finish din-ing. Some people want to make lunch for the nextday, so they’ll add in a little bit more and we’ll packit for them.”

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1 A pottery statue of a tanuki (Japanese racoondog) greets customers at Hanaki Restaurant.Rubbing the tummy of the tanuki is believed tobring good luck. File photo2 Fresh Prime Rib Beef, along with some tofu,udon, and lobster balls in Sukiyaki and konbusoup base.3 Vegetable choices abound at Hanaki. Filephoto4 A customer prepares to dip a slice of rawmeat into a hot pot. File photo5 The entrance to the Manoa Marketplaceeatery. File photo6 The Barnum family — Rene, Amber, Alysa andRexie — enjoying a delightful shabu shabu meal.7 Combination plates go for $9.95 and $12.95.File photo

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Where:Manoa Marketplace2756 Woodlawn DriveHonolulu, HI 96822

Call:988.1551

Hours:11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.Dinner: 5–9:30 p.m.Wednesday–MondayClosed Tuesdays

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“Our food is Hong Kong style, Cantonese style,”explains Grace Chen, who owns the restaurant withher husband, Gerald. “That’s why Chinese people loveour food. It’s not like other restaurants; it’s not chopsuey and mixed with local (flavors). Ours is authen-tic. Most of our cooks are from Canton and from the(former) Dynasty restaurant.”

Canton Seafood Restaurant originally opened inChinatown eight years ago, but in April, the Chens relo-cated the eatery to its current location on KeeaumokuStreet.

“This location is a little bit bigger than the one inChinatown and it has attracted more people,” Gracesays. “Our location is very convenient, close to AlaMoana and to town. We have our own parking lotavailable, and after 5:30 p.m., customers can alsopark at the Maui Divers’ parking lot next door.”

When it comes to the restaurant’s signaturedish, Grace points to House Chicken with FlavorSauce ($15.95/half).

“Chinese people (especially) love our HouseChicken,” she says. “The sauce is already inside thechicken; it’s not like regular ginger chicken. Thecook has a special sauce to make it.”

“The House Chicken with Flavor Sauceand the Deep Fried Flounder withGarlic ($17.95/whole) are definitelyhouse specials,” echoes Gerald.

Other popular entréesinclude Deep Fried Flounderwith Seasoning Herbs($15.95/whole), Steamed FreshFish ($18.95/pound), HoneyWalnut Shrimp with Mayonnaise ($12.95), PanFried String Beans ($9.95), Pork Chop with Salt andPepper ($9.95), Chinese Broccoli with Dried Fish ($9.95),

Clams with Wine Sauce ($12.99) and SteamedPrawns with Garlic and Fun ($12.95).

“Garlic and green onion are steamedwith the prawns,” says Grace of the lastdish, “and then under (the prawns), weput the white, fat fun noodles.”

While locals tend to order “safer” dish-es like the Deep Fried Flounder with

Garlic, Roast Duck ($13.95/half) or PekingDuck ($16.95/half), Chinese

customers often opt for moredaring dishes, such as the

eatery’s Caterpillar FungusChicken Soup ($6.99) orthe Roast Young Pigeon($12.99/whole).

“The local peopledon’t really eat thepigeon, but Chinesepeople say it’s thebest in Hawaii!”

Grace says. Canton Seafood

Restaurant offers its cus-tomers daily lunch and

dinner specials on aseparate menu.

Lunch specialsrange from $4.99

to $7.99, whiledinner specialsare often $7.99to $12.99.Popular itemsfor lunch spe-cials —

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Upon entering Canton Seafood Restaurant, you might notice the eatery’sfriendly staff, the bustling, efficient waiters or the comfortable, family-styleatmosphere. However, the restaurant is well-known for its Cantonese cuisine,

which has attracted both Chinese and locals alike.

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which are served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. —include Salt and Pepper Pork Chop Noodlein Soup ($6.99), Shrimp with Eggs Chow Fun($7.99) and Sweet & Sour Cabbage Stir Friedwith Rice Noodle ($6.99).

“Seniors love the Sweet & Sour CabbageStir Fried with Rice Noodle,” says Grace.“It’s easy to digest and it’s not oily. Alsopopular is our Won Ton (Gau Gee) Mein inSoup ($5.99).”

In addition to these daily lunch and din-ner specials, Canton Seafood Restaurantfeatures monthly specials as well. WhileOctober’s special is House Crispy Chicken(half) for $4.99, next month’s special willfeature Deep Fried Flounder.

“Every month, we have a different spe-cial,” Grace confirms.

November also signifies the start of late-night specials at Canton SeafoodRestaurant. These specials will be offeredfrom 9 p.m. to midnight and a new menu isbeing developed to promote these late-nighttreats.

While many locals and Chinese customersenjoy their dining experience at CantonSeafood Restaurant, the eatery providestakeout options as well. Party menus arealso available, designed for parties of 10.Four different party menus — ranging from$188 to $388 — include the eatery’s signa-ture dishes, such as the House SpecialChicken with the Chef’s Special Sauce, tomore extravagant creations, including theLive Crab with Crispy Garlic and Live MaineLobster Sautéed with Chef’s Special Sauce.

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Jini Ryu had no idea what shewas getting when she openedNewtown Drive Inn a month

ago. Because the restaurant waslocated adjacent to the NewtownDriving Range in Aiea, sheassumed her customers would behungry golfers and the occasion-al lunch and dinner guest. To hersurprise, the spot has been acommunity gathering place forsome time, and those peoplehave continued to make therestaurant a busy three-meal stopafter she added some of hermother’s own Korean recipes.Customer Oi Williamson of

Kapolei says he doesn’tget to the popular driv-ing and dining spot asmuch as he used to, butwhen he does, it’s theKal-bi ribs ($8.50) thatbring him back. TheSpicy Chicken Wings($7.75) also comes high-ly recommended.Ryu first marinates the

wings in white wine andthen uses a dry rub ofgarlic powder, black pep-per, salt and mochi pow-der. After frying, she topsthe wings with her secret spicysauce. The result is a crispyappetizer that has a sweet andtangy flavor with just a bit ofheat. A small side salad helpsclean the palate between bites,and the two scoops of riceturns the appetizer into a meal.Also popular with the finger-

food set is the PopcornChicken ($6.50) that is coated

in Korean pancake powder anddouble fried to ensure a crispycrust while keeping the insidemoist. Try it with ranch dressingor Ryu’s homemade sweet shoyumix for added flavor. Sitting in cool surroundings

while being serenaded by theping of golf balls being struck atvarious levels of success canmake anyone hungry forEdamame ($4.50) and the FriedMandoo ($6.50). The Edamame isgreat for sharing, and the man-doo is crispy, light and goes per-fect with Ryu’s special shoyu.

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Strolling through the crowdsand stores at Ala MoanaCenter can work up quite the

appetite. For those who simplycannot wait until they get home toeat, there is a delicious andhealthy option located just adja-cent to Macy’s. California Wok has been serving

the freshest in Chinese cuisine toHawaii residents since 2001. The

eatery makes a point of using onlylow-sodium soy sauces and 100percent cholesterol-free canola oilin their edible creations — wel-come news for the health-con-scious crowd. One restaurant dish that may

make you stop in your tracks isCurry Chicken. Reasonably pricedat $7.45 for the small portion and$10.49 for the large portion, the

dish is filled withbell peppers, whiteonions, carrotsand white meatchicken. Moreimportantly, theingredients form anice, even blend offlavor and spice. “There is a bit of

spice, but not toomuch,” says ownerWinnie Li. “It is apretty new item,but just like every-thing else, it isvery healthy andvery popular.” Curry Chicken

is served with aside of white riceand a fortunecookie. CaliforniaWok is also morethan willing toprepare a milderversion of curryupon request.

1 Curry Chicken ($10.49, full;$7.45, half)

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Here’s some welcoming words for veggielovers: Right at the top of its menu,Bangkok Chef states: “For vegetarian,

tofu may be substituted for meat.”“We substitute tofu whenever possible,”

says owner Patrick Chang. It’s music to the ears for Thai food fans who

don’t eat meat — and what’s not to love aboutthis cuisine? It’s a vegetable-rich combinationof healthy ingredients and exotic flavors thattantalize the taste buds. And at Bangkok Chef,you know it has to be fresh because the restau-rant — or restaurants, since it now has threeconvenient locations in Honolulu — got itsstart in 2002 when Chang and his wife, chefSansane Pornchairattanakun, who hails fromBangkok, opened a tiny takeout at their pro-duce stand, Nuuanu Open Market. This is a popular place. Nearly every dish on

the menu here is a cus-tomer favorite. PadThai noodles andcrispy spring rolls topthe list, but the curriesare big sellers as well.Chang recommends(well, actually, he rec-ommends everything onthe menu) Thai GreenCurry ($6.25 with jas-

mine rice; add 50 cents forbrown or sticky rice; a larger a la carteportion without rice costs $7.80), amedium-spicy concoction of slicedchicken (just ask to substitute tofu),eggplant, bamboo shoots, lime leaf,

peas and basil in a greencurry sauce made withcoconut milk. Whether you’re craving

exotic flavors or lookingfor value, at Bangkok Chef,it’s a Thai.

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Situated in the heart of Waikiki,Atlantis Seafood & Steak presentshungry visitors with upscale

Island cuisine. The menu boasts anarray of local catches as well as freshseafood from neighboring shores. Inaddition to showcasing the best inlocal flavors, the establishment alsoallows tourists to enjoy the familiarAmerican classics — from burgers tosteaks.Still, Atlantis may seem to be part of

“the lost city” to many locals whorarely venture into bustling Waikiki.But executive general manager StevenMatsuno believes now is the right timefor locals to rediscover the area. Inpreparation for the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meet-ings next month, “a lot of the Waikikiimprovements are starting to reallylook nice now,” says Matsuno. “Itwould be a nice thing for locals to see.”While taking in the view, Hawaii resi-

dents and tourists alike can take insome delicious meals as well. To startoff, feast your eyes on the impressivelylarge Northwest Pacific Oysters($13.95). Matsuno explains that theseraw delights, which come fromWashington, have become a very pop-ular appetizer. “They’re brought in live,fresh, every day. Everyone really lovesfresh oysters.”For the main course, he recom-

mends the restaurant’s best-seller, theAtlantis Garlic Rib Eye($31.95), made from roast-ed meat that is cookedwith onion and garlic, thentopped with Boursin and asprig of rosemary. Its burst-ing flavor is matched onlyby the excitement of havingan aromatic, sizzling platterarrive at your table. “Everyone turns their

heads when it comes out,and a lot of our visitors wantto eat American steak, so it’skind of the best of all,” saysMatsuno.Many couples love to split

the Rib Eye with another favorite meal

that has been around since the restau-rant opened in 2006. The OceanSeafood Pasta ($27.95) features a boun-tiful combination of Island fish, Manilaclams and tiger shrimp tossed in pre-mium pasta with leeks and a basil, andtomato cream sauce. The fruits of thesea are finished with a touch of spiceto create a dish that Matsunodescribes as “The best of Italian andContinental fare rolled into one.” Weather you are visiting for the first

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American G.I.’s who were part of the warduring that time,” she adds. “It was con-cocted by the niece of Max, Ruby.” And with more than 120 branches

located in the Philippines and in the U.S.nationwide, you can imagine the pletho-ra of fried chicken made each and everyday. The chicken is sold whole for $13.50or half for $7.95. There also are combomeals served with a chicken leg andyour choice of pancit, lumpia, rice andother delicious Filipino favorites.“What’s nice is that we don’t use any

batter on our chicken. It’s pure chicken;you don’t have the breading or anythinglike that,” San Luis explains. “The meatis tender on the inside, but it’s deep-fried so you still have the crispiness ofthe skin. A lot of people also like to pairthe chicken with the Jufran Banana

Sauce.”To pair perfectly with your fried chick-

en is Max’s pancit or noodles. The life ofthe party can be found in the CantonPancit ($7.95), featuring a wide variety ofvegetables, including carrots, celery,onions and cabbage. And for you meatlovers, a bit of pork, chicken or shrimp isadded for additional flavor. The secret,however, lies in Max’s special sauce thatbrings this already sarap (delicious) dishto a whole new level.

Max’s of Manila 801 Dillingham Blvd.

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Zippy’s Restaurants

Zippy's Restaurants scores a touch-down with its amazing tailgate optionsthat make my mouth water at the merethought. We all know this iconic locallandmark is defined by its ono grinds,and it’s only fitting that it play a starringrole in the game.Here’s a play-by-play of all the deli-

cious options: Fill up your stomach withan array of pupu platters (place orderan hour in advance), consisting ofChicken Katsu ($20.95), Korean FriedChicken ($29.95), Fried Noodles ($22.95)and, of course, a Local Favorites platter($26.95) showcasing all my local must-have items such as teriyaki beef, mahimahi, chicken katsu, hot dog andPortuguese sausage. A meat lover’sdream come true, isn’t it?The challenge, however, is not to fill

up on the many pupus as Zippy’s alsoserves up incredible entree items that

equate to potluck perfection. Forstarters, sink your teeth into the BucketChicken ($17.95, nine pieces) or BarrelChicken ($27.50, 15 pieces; $35.25, 21pieces). Then feast on a barrel of Zippy’sfamous, out-of-this-world chili — 7pounds, if we’re talking numbers here. And when feeding the entire ohana,

Family Meal Deals are the way to go withvarious portions of rice and Zip MealMacaroni Salad included. Finally, inquirewithin about exact pricing regarding theFamily Meal Deals, and please note thatprices are slightly higher at Ala Moana,Pearlridge and Kahului locations. Nextstop Zippy’s!

Zippy’s Restaurants46-038 Kamehameha Hwy.

(and various locations)233.2700

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1 The Chili and Chicken barrels at Zippy’sRestaurants

2 Kenny’s Restaurant’s Chow Mein tailgate special

3 Max’s of Manila’s delicious whole chicken

4 Canton Pancit ($7.95) at Max’s of Manila

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6 Zippy’s Local Favorites ($26.95) and ChickenKatsu ($20.95) platters

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Broadway Seafood & Oyster Bar is thekind of restaurant that probablymakes all the other restaurants jeal-

ous. In both ambiance and food prepara-tion, it’s clearly the queen bee — irre-sistibly chic with a simple yet understated

e l e g a n c e .The gracefulb lack -and -white décorand the jazzmusic thatplays softlyin the back-

ground help to establish a relaxing mood.And each of the dishes is a work of art thatgives off a sweet fragrance. And the bestpart — Broadway Seafood & Oyster Bar hasthe taste and creativity to back up its flaw-less presentation.Popular dishes include the Oyster

Rockefeller ($12), ($9) Ahi Carpaccio ($9),and Pescatore ($14), which featuresshrimp, squid, clams and mussels withtomato sauce over pasta. Broadway alsofeatures unique dishes like the Vampire

Shining the bright lightson Broadway’s elegance

A lthough Broadway Seafood &Oyster Bar is much morethan just oysters, it was a

love of oyster restaurants that inspired owner AkihideYonehama to start his own joint.“I used to live in New York City for a long time, and

there were so many oyster bars over there,” Yonehamasays. “I often went to the oyster bars, and had this ideathat I could start my own.”Although similar venues may be common in New York,

Broadway Seafood & Oyster Bar is an innovator here inthe Islands. That’s in part because the best oysters comefrom fresh, clean, cold salt water — like Canada,Washington and New Zealand, where Broadway gets itssupply.Each oyster is intricately nuanced — flavor varies

depending on where an oyster comes from and the sea-sonal changes in water temperature. One type of oysterthat Broadway offers is the Stellar Bay Gold. “This was ini-tially an oyster from Japan that was brought toWashington,” Yonehama explains. “It’s a good size and it’svery creamy and sweet.” Yonehama says that the Kumamoto oyster from

Washington is the most popular. Originally from Japan, thisoyster is sweet and rich. “Everybody loves it,” he says.Another popular option is the Penn Cove Select, which isalso from Washington and has a crisp taste with a firm tex-ture. “The Sunset Beach oyster is from Canada,” he says.“It’s very refreshing, very briny, and is firm in texture.”From now through the rest of the fall, Yonehama says

oysters from New Zealand, along with the Sunset Beachfrom Canada, will have the best flavor.No matter which type of oyster you go with,

Broadway's chefs can prepare it any way you’d like —baked, steamed, deep-fried, smoked and, for the moreadventurous palate, raw.

Broadway Seafood & Oyster Bar chef Masanori Ogi.

with Christina O’Connor

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Broadway Seafood& Oyster Bar903 Keeaumoku St.Honolulu, HI 96814

946.1888

Open Monday –Friday, 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. (lunch) andMonday–Saturday, 5 p.m.–midnight (dinner)

1 Fried oyster and oyster shooter.2 Assortment of oysters offered atBroadway

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Killer ($8) — fried garlic withanchovies sauce — and a variety ofDoria dishes, which is a bed of ricelayered with meat or seafood, bathedin a cream or curry sauce and bakedwith cheese on top. You can choosefrom the Chicken Doria, Beef Doria,Seafood Curry Doria and SeafoodDoria (all $9). And during lunchhours, take advantage of the LunchSpecial, which features any of theDoria dishes with a salad for only$7.50.And if it’s oysters you’re after, this

is definitely the place to go.Broadway features an impressiveselection of Oyster Half Shells ($16for a half dozen, $30 for one dozen)from Washington, Canada and NewZealand.With Broadway’s array of oyster

dishes, it may be hard to decidewhich one to order. If that’s the case,why not let Broadway decide foryou? Starting in November, therestaurant will offer the OysterMedley (price to be determined). Themedley will feature a set menu thatincludes three Oyster Half Shells,Baked Oyster, Shrimp Cocktail,Oyster Panko Butter, OysterRockefeller, Wine steamed Oyster,Deep Fried Oyster and OysterShooter.

Contact Christina O’Connor at [email protected]

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whatwe’reeatingatBy Christina O’Connor

Tucked away off of Kuhio Avenue inWaikiki, Hy’s Steak House is knownfor its five-star cuisine and has a

five-star atmosphere to match. With itsclassic furniture, romantic lighting, Hy’shas an almost magical feel to it. Thistranquil hideaway is the perfect place todine for a quiet meal or celebrate a spe-cial occasion.On a recent weeknight, a few cus-

tomers chatted with friends over drinksat the bar, while others enjoyed leisurelydinners in the dining room. Among themwas the Perez family — Marcela, Samueland daughter Leilani. The family had tworeasons to celebrate at Hy’s: It was theirsecond anniversary as Hawaii residentsand it was Marcela’s first year at her job.

Marcela: “I ordered the Filet Mignon($40.95 for 7 ounces) with a baked potato,and I had a Crab Cake with RoastedGarlic, Pinenuts & Basil ($14.95) for anappetizer.”

Samuel: “I ordered the Onion SoupGratineé ($8.95). And I wanted to try theirOyster Rockefeller ($18.95), since not toomany people make that. I had the NewYork Strip ($41.95 for 9 ounces). I wasreally impressed. It’s a hidden gem … Ijust love the atmosphere.”

Marcela: I loved my steak, I was reallyimpressed at the quality of the meat. Andit was cooked perfectly for me. And mybaked potato was delicious … I wouldhighly recommend Hy’s to anybody.”

Hy’s SteakHouse Where:Waikiki Park HeightsHotel 2440 Kuhio Ave.Honolulu, HI 96815

Call:922.5555

Hours:Monday–Friday, 6–10 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday,5:30–10 p.m.

Hy’s Steak House

Happy customers Marcela, Leilani and Samuel Perez. Christina O’Connor photo

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Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

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

735-8488

2nd Dish of equal or lesser value expires 10/13/11Dine-In only. Must Present Coupon.

Pig’s Feet PhoBUY ONE, GET ONE

50% OFF50% OFF

Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine

www.eggsnthings.com • 343 Saratoga Road

923-EGGS(3447)

(Across the WaikikiPost Office)

serving...BREAKFAST, LUNCH

& DINNER7 DAYS A WEEK

A Family TraditionSince 1963

1311 NORTH KING STREET(Formerly next to Tamashiro Market)

Lunch: Tues-Sat 11am-2pmDinner: Tues/Wed/Thur 5-10pm • Fri/Sat 6-11pmwww.theoldsaiminhouse.com

842-7697

Ingredients:• 10 ounces fresh mahi mahi fillet• 1 ounce olive oil• salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation:• Add olive oil in hot saute pan and sear mahimahi on both sides. Finish in 350-degree oven forapproximately 6-8 minutes.

ChutneyIngredients:• 3 ounces finely diced Maui onion• 6 ounces diced mango• 6 ounces diced pineapple• 1 teaspoon minced ginger• 2 ounces olive oil• 2 tablespoons sugar• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin• 1/2 teaspoon salt• 1/2 teaspoon de-seeded and minced jalapeno

Preparation:• In a hot saute pan, add olive oil. When it startsto smoke, add onions, jalapeno and minced gin-ger. Saute until onions become translucent.• Incorporate apple cider vinegar, sugar andcumin, and simmer until vinegar reduces to 1/3of its volume.

• Blend in diced mango and pineapple, and sautewell.• Add salt, to taste.

Plating:• Place mahi mahi on plate and top with 3-4ounces of pineapple mango chutney. • Finally, garnish with micro greens.

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Mahi Mahi with Fresh ChutneyRecipe courtesy of Ruth’s Chris Steak HouseServes 4 | by Chef Chai Chaowasaree

per person (4 people min)

• Chicken Salad w/ Oriental Dressing• 4 Types of Dim Sum (BBQ Pork Bun,

Nori Spring Roll, Pork Hash,Seafood Dumpling)

• Beef & Broccoli • Kalua Short Ribs• Stir-Fried Assorted Vegetable• Seafood Fried Noodle• DESSERT- Mango Pudding

• Duck Salad w/ Oriental Dressing• Shrimp & Scallop Wrapped in Bacon• Live Dungeness Crab - Country Style• Honey Glazed Walnut Shrimp• Roasted Peking Duck• Sautéed Seasonal Vegetable• Chef So’s House Fried Rice• DESSERT- Mango Pudding

DINNER $24.95per person (4 people min)

LUNCH $10.95

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WHERE TO DINE

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Dinner

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Catering

Atlantis Seafood & Steak2284 Kalakaua Avenue922-6868

4 Kings Kitchen2671 S. King St.951-5464

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

Napoleon’s BakeryLocated inside of Zippy’s

AMERICAN BAKERYFendu Boulangerie2752 Woodlawn Dr.Manoa Marketplace988-4310

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

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

343 Saratoga Road923-EGGS (3447)

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

Teddy’s Bigger BurgerWaikiki • 926-3444Kailua • 262-0820Hawaii Kai • 394-9100Aiea • 486-2167University • 949-0050Maui • 661-9111

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for December 16, 2011

Hilton Hawaiian Village is throwing

THE BIG IDEAHilton Hawaiian Village® is throwing the biggest holiday party in town! Perfect for your office, group or organization’s holiday celebration.

THE BIG DAY - THE BIG LUNCH BUFFETDecember 16, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.Enjoy a sumptuous holiday buffet lunch, fun, prizes and more prizes.

BIG NAME ENTERTAINMENTJerry Santos, John Cruz, Afatia Thompson and Gregg Hammer as emcee.

THE BIG “FIVE-O”In celebration of Hilton’s fifty years in Waikiki, tickets are only $50 per seat!

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949-4321

ext. 35

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941- 6161

While surrounded by a waterfall garden setting,pond full of colorful koi and ulua fish. Featuringfor breakfast: Homemade Kalua Pig or CornedBeef Hash, Eggs Benedict, Oxtail Soup & muchmore. Lunch: House Smoked Big Island BeefPastrami Reuben, Tempura Furikaki Catch of theDay, Oxtail Ramen & much more!

New Hours of Operation:Breakfast Service: Mon-Fri 6:30am-10:00am

Sat & Sun 6:30am-9:30amLunch Service: Mon-Fri 11:00am-2:00pmBrunch Buffet: Sat & Sun 10:00am-2:00pmDinner Buffet: Wed-Sun 5:00pm-9:30pm

A new twist on an old favorite

*For information/reservations callPagoda Restaurant at 948-8356

or go to our website at:Pagodahawaii.com

Come enjoy our enhanced breakfast and lunch menus

WHERE TO DINE

CATERERS

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

Makino ChayaWestridge Mall 486-5100

Ho Ho Chinese Cuisine590 Farrington Hwy692-9880

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

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

123 WOK1111 MCully Street955-8889

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

2380 Kuhio Ave.923-2260

Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Chili Frank Plate offer valid thru10/31/11.Vic Pac offer valid thru11/30/11. Other restrictions may apply.

ChiliFrank

$6.45

fast food

Prices slightly higher at Kahului. Some restrictions may apply.

Vic Pac$8.48*

fast food*50¢ from each Vic Pacsold will be donated to

the Shane Victorino Foundation.

Or Order by Phone 973-0880 M-F 8am-5pm

OPEN TUE-SUN LUNCH 11AM-2PM, DINNER 5-8:30PM • Closed Monday Lunch & Dinner100 N. Beretania Street #113 (Parking inside Chinese Cultural Plaza) 536-3035

WAFU STYLEChoice of Seabass,

Chicken, Pork or Ahi

Includes: Rice, Miso Soup, & Tsukemono

$10.95Includes: Rice, Miso Soup, Tsukemono or

Green Salad, Tofu Gyoza and Tea

$9.95

SENIOR SPECIAL62 YRS and Older

Shrimp Tempura,Vegetable Tempura

and ButterfishMeals incl. tossed salad, pupu platter w/ spring rolls, chicken wings, salt& pepper shrimp, Chinese mochi rice, gyoza, dinner rolls & dessert

Thanksgiving Complete Meals to Go!Complete meals for both Turkey or Ham

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955-1764 Open 24 Hours1860 Ala Moana Blvd. Validated Parking

Maple Garden/Yen King909 Isenberg St.941-6641

WHERE TO DINE

FAMILY DINING

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

On On at McCully1110 McCully St.946-8833

ON ONat McCully

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.

new

Lung Fung Chinese Restaurant5724 Kalanianaole Hwy.377-5566

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant3553 Waialae Ave.738-8666

Golden Palace SeafoodRestaurant111 N. King St.521-8268

Golden Duck1221 S. King St. 597-8088

4230 Waialae Ave., Kahala737-7188

580 Nimitz Hwy.545-7979

www.samchoyhawaii.com

HAPPY HOUR NIGHTLY5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

$3.00 Pint of our Aloha Beer

50% OFF of PupusAvailable in the bar area only

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Prime Rib Wednesdays16 oz Prime Rib with stuffed baked potato

cup of soup or house salad$20.95~.~

$10 Pitcher of Aloha Beer Thursdays

All style of our Aloha Beer:Blonde Ale, Aloha Lager, Dark Lager,

Ehu Ale, James Cook IPA

October’s Brewers DinnerThursday, October 20th

5 Course Dinner paired with our Aloha Beer

$45 per personMake your reservation today

Limited Seating

841-0931Kam Shopping Center

Open 6am Daily

$1.79Bottomless COFFEE

FREE 2 side Pancakeswith order of any breakfast entrée

NEW BREAKFAST SPECIAL

Your choice of syrups:Sugar Free MapleMaple • Coconut

Strawberry – NEW!Blueberry – NEW!

(excluding entrées From the Griddle)Limited Time Only

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

A fi ne steak. A fi ne experience.

mahalo for voting us one of o‘ahu’s top restaurants.

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Dinner Daily from 4:30pm949 Kapahulu Avenue

(corner of Kapahulu and Kaimuki Ave.)

732-7666

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15% OFF FOOD ONLY

Between 4:30 - 6:30pm

with this coupon

Now Serving Alcohol

MONDAY 10AM - 3PM | TUES - SUN 10AM - 9PMwww.unclesfishmarket.com

Dine-in or Carry-out Available

WATERFRONT at PIER 38 | N. NIMITZ | 275-0063Entrance one block Diamond Head from Young Brothers

Join us for LUNCH & DINNER | Plenty of FREE Parking

Fresh Shiitake Mahimahi

All Uncle’s Fishis Always Fresh,never frozen!

SPECIAL

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www.1132CAFE.com

PUMPKINPIZZA

Now available for Office

Catering and at the

Restaurant999 Bishop Street

First Hawaiian Center Call us at 526-1777

or see the menu at:

Oyster Jam VII

Sunday, October 3012:00 pm - 2:00 pm

• Variety of Freshly Shucked Oysters• Gumbo• Prime Rib French Dip• Fried Calamari• Polish Sausage w/Sauerkraut• Soy Sake Salmon Spinach Salad• Wing Dings w/Ranch Dip• Desserts/Champagne/Wine/Beer

$4 free for each $20 purchasedPre-Sale bonus expires 10/23/11

Join us at our 7th annualCarnival Style Event

3660 Waialae Ave. • 737-1177O N T H E R I S E

www.3660.com

808.946.1888903 KEEAUMOKU STREET

First NY Style Oyster Bar in Hawaii

FROM 8:30PM-11:00PMDRINKS STARTS FROM $3.00

APPETIZERS STARTING AT $4.00

LUNCH: 11AM-2:30PM [MON-FRI]DINNER 5PM-12AM [MON-SAT] • CLOSED ON SUNDAY

LATE HAPPY HOUR SPECIALSE NJOY OUR

FREE 2pcHalf Shell Oyster

with any menu itemLunch & Dinner

Not to be combined with any other offeror promotion. Must bring coupon.

Expires 10/31/11

FREE PARKINGAT BACK OFBUILDING

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.

WHERE TO DINE

Wailana Coffee House1860 Ala Moana Blvd.955-1764

Zippy’sCall the one nearest you.

Kit N Kitchen1010 University Avenue942-7622

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

Newtown Drive Inn98-330 Kaahele St.487-3363

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

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

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

Star of Honolulu Cruises & Events1540 South King Street983-STAR (7827)

Rainbow Drive Inn3308 Kanaina Ave.737-0177

Le Cacao Bistro3441 Waialae Ave.626-5368

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

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

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

BIG CITY DINERWaipio 678-8868 Kailua 263-8880Kaimuki 738-8855 Pearlridge East 487-8188Ward Entertainment Center 591-8891

The Old Saimin House1311 N. King St.847-7697

SUSHI BAR SPECIAL

15% OFFWITH COUPON

SUSHI BAR SPECIAL

15% OFFWITH COUPON

3579 Waialae Avenue737-8820

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

Expires 10/21/11

Enjoy an EXTRA 5% OFF AFTER 8PMto the already discounted 15%

SHRIMPTEMPURA

LUNCH SPECIAL$8.95

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

High Qualityat Affordable Prices!

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

Bento and Assorted Musubi Available daily

Japanese Home Style Restaurant“Hinone Mizunone”

Please enjoy the KAMADAKIGOHAN

cooked completely by “Ogama”.

*DAILY SPECIAL TEISHOKU*

Lunch 11 am - 4 pm; Dinner 4 pm - 9 pmClosed Sundays

MONDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garlic Tonkatsu TeishokuTUESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beef BowlWEDNESDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ebi Fry TeishokuTHURSDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kakiage UdonFRIDAY . . . . . . . . . . Ahi Katsu w/Miso Sauce TeishokuSATURDAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garlic Ahi Teishoku

Menchi Katsu Teishoku 12.00

October Lunch Specials

$8.50Now taking reservations

for Lunch & Dinner

October Lunch Specials

$8.50Now taking reservations

for Lunch & Dinner

Sanma Teishoku 9.50 Aji Fry

Teishoku 9.50

LIMITED SUPPLIES! SORRY IF IT’S SOLD OUT!

www.mccullysc.com • Ample Parking Available in Basement off Pumehana Street1960 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 104, Honolulu, HI 96826

OPEN: Sunday - Thursday 11:00AM - 11:00PM

Friday & Saturday 11:00AM - 11:30PM

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NEWLY RENOVATED!

Seaweed Tofu and Pork SoupDeep Fried Crispy Whole Chicken

Salt and Pepper ShrimpPork Chop w/Orange Sauce

Steamed Fish Fillet w/Black Bean SauceVegetable w/Garlic

Beef Vegetable NoodleSteamed White Rice

$100For 10 People

377-5555 or 377-5566Lungfunghawaii.com • Open Daily 11am-9pm5724 Kalanianaole Hwy • Niu Valley Shopping Ctr.LOTS OF FREE PARKING

Available Daily for Dine-in or Take-out

FREE LOBSTERwith purchase of

(4) orders from Special

Open Menu

NEW!Kids Menu for

$3.99 Cannot combine withother discounts

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HanakiShabu Shabu

11:30 am-2:30 pm; 5 pm-9:30 pm (Closed Tuesdays)

MANOA MARKETPLACE (Tons of FREE Parking) 988-1551

SHRIMP TEMPURA WITH YOUR ORDER

Not to be combined with any otherSpecial or Promotion offer.

Please bring this ad. Expires 10/20/11

Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 3rd Floor

restaurantsuntory.com922-5511

RESTAURANT

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WHERE TO DINEGREEK

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

ITALIAN

Top 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 Walk440-7910

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

Romanos Macaroni GrillAla Moana CenterHookipa Terrace356-8300Bali Steak and Seafood

Hilton Hawaiian Village (Rainbow Tower)2005 Kalia Road949-4321

FINE DINING

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

Manoa Marketplace2752 Woodlawn Dr.988-5923

INDIANMonsoon IndiaDiscovery Bay (across Buffalo Wild Wings)1778 Ala Moana Blvd., Ste 213941-5112

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

FILIPINOBella Mia ItalianRestaurant & Pizzeria1137 11th Ave. 737-19372222 S. Beretania St. 941-4400

Best

Greek Food

in Town!(Limit 1 per customer. Not combinable with other offers. Equal or lesser value.) Exp. 10/31/11.

396-8441 Koko Marina Shopping Center

WARD CENTRE (Auahi Streetfront) 1200 Ala Moana 596-0066KAILUA (Next to Boots & Kimo’s) 151 Hekili St. 230-8400

organic vegan gluten-free

Military Monday

10% OffWITH ID

Senior Tuesday

10% OffWITH ID (55+)zpizza.com

MOCHA ROLL & DUTCH APPLE PIEPrice slightly higher at Ala Moana, Pearlridge and Kahului.

TRY OUR

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

Waialae OnlyBYOB

no corkage fee

Free Validated parking at Waikiki Marina

Won Ton Noodles • PastaRisotto • Burgers

• Sandwiches Pizza • Salads• Soups

Mon - Fri 10 am to 12 midSat 8 am - 12 mid • Sun 8 am - 10 pm

2919 Kapiolani Blvd.Market City Shpg Cntr

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Try Our Tasty HASH TEMPURA!The Best Hash Tempura

on the Island!Sun-Thu 8am-10pm • Fri-Sat til 11pm

Okazuya open daily from 8am

SEKIYA’S RESTAURANT& DELICATESSEN

Serving Hawaii for 75 Years!

www.SekiyasRestaurant.com

2746 Kaimuki Ave

732-1656ACROSS KAIMUKI H.S.

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

*DISCOUNT EXCLUDES ALL BEVERAGES WITH

THIS AD. EXP. 10/31/11.

KOREAN CUISINE• LUNCH $15.95 10:30 AM - 2:30 PM• DINNER $23.95 2:30 PM -10 PM

KAL BI, SIRLOIN, CHICKEN,SASHIMI, SPICY PORK

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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 10/31/11.

Credit Card Sale Only(With Coupon)

Hong Kong Dim Sum &Regular Menu Items

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

10% OFF(Charge) • 15% OFF(Cash)

Dim Sum & Reg. Menu Dine In Special!

5% OFF(Charge) •10% OFF(Cash)

10% OFF

Celebrating 10 Years!

Cash Sale Only (With Coupon)

5% OFF

Happy Day Chinese Restaurant3553 Waialae Avenue

738-8666

Must present couponExpires 10/31/11

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

at the Colony Surf

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Michel’s Early DiningClubTwo course menu for $45 p lus a comp limentary glass of wine.

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

Expires 10/31/11

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

CALL FOR BANQUETS, RECEPTIONS & PARTIES 728-3463

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Best Cantonese Cuisine

OPEN DAILY:10am — midnight

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WHERE TO DINE

Sekiya’s Restaurant &Delicatessen2746 Kaimuki Avenue732-1656

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

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

Hifumi Japanese RestaurantChinese Cultural Plaza536-3035

JAPANESE

Z PizzaWard CentreAuahi St. Shops596-0066

Kailua151 Hekili St.230-8400

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

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

$699(Dine-in Only)

Early Bird Dinner SpecialMon-Fri 4pm-5:30pm

$699

Choose 5 Itemsfrom our

Early Bird Menu

Offer valid on dine-in orders only. Must present coupon. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Exp 10/31/11

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

2710 South King St.www.fukuyadeli.com

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

946-2073

From Bentos to Banquets& Picnics to Potlucks!

PersonalizedCatering

1502 Liliha St. | Open daily 11am-3pm, 5-9pm | 535-9928

Evil Jungle CurryServed with Jasmine

or brown rice

$7.00 Lunch Special | $8.00 Dinner Special

9CHOICES!

FREE Parking in the back of restaurant after 6pm or Bus Stop near Library

B

8000 sq. ft. restaurant •32 ft. long stage •7 private rooms •Free sound & projection video system •Free parking • Open 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

Ham and Scallop Soup • Chinese Chicken Salad• Peking Duck w/ Buns • Steamed Sea Bass w/ Ginger & Onions

• Walnut Shrimp • Capitol Pork Chops• Boneless Chicken Cake Noodle • Rice

Chef’s Dessert of the Day

$159Special Menu

for10

111N. King St. near Maunakea7am-10pm

521-8268Free Parking in the Rear

DINNER HOURS ONLYNo credit cards

accepted for special menu

Dim SumServed 7am Daily

$198Take-out Orders

Welcomed

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Early BirdSpecial Only

Sauteed Mahi withLobster Sauce

Steak & ShrimpChicken Alfredo Pasta

Call 922-6868for Reservations & Information

2284 Kalakaua Ave.Open 7 Days from 11am-10pm

Lunch 11am - 4pmDinner 5pm - 10pm

at the old Waikiki III TheatresParking available at the Pro-Park locationSeaside Ave. Pay $2 at the Restaurant.

www.atlantisseafoodsteak.com

$12.95

SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE

Buy onedinner entree,

receive 2nd entree50% OFFvalid Sun, Mon & Tue with ad

Expires 10/18/11.

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

SUNDAY . . . . . . . Melveen LeedTUESDAY . . . . . . . Robert Cazimero & HulaWEDNESDAY . . . . Robert Cazimero & HulaTHURSDAY . . . . . Sista Robi & Jeff RasmussenFRIDAY . . . . . . . . Nathan Aweau

JERRY SANTOS & HULAEvery Monday

DANNY COUCHEvery Saturday

Now Serving...Steak, Seafood, Pizza, Pasta & Pastry

Open Daily 11a – 9pfor Lunch, Dinner & Afternoon Tea

3441 Waialae Ave • 626-5368JJ Bistro - 3447 Waialae Ave • 739-0993

www.lecacaobistro.com

IntroducesNew York Style

OCTOBER LUNCH &EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

@ LE CACAO BISTRO

by Chef JJ

Mon thru Thursday ONLY3-4 COURSE MEAL:Soup or Salad • Appetizer

CHOICE OF ENTREES:NY Steak • Grilled Pork Rack • Grilled Chicken Breast

Beef Tenderloin • Grilled Salmon or Opakapaka

CHOICE OF DESSERTS20% OFF

Mon-Thur 11am-2pm - 5-6pm @ Le Cacao Bistro

WHERE TO DINE

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 Company 1111 McCully Street947-5411 Yakiniku Million

626 Sheridan St.596-0799

KOREAN El Charro Mexicano Aiea Restaurant99-115 Aiea Heights Drive 488-9727

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

(Next to Kahala Mall)4614 Kilauea Ave.732-9229

MEXICANSushi King2700 S. King St.947-2836

Sushi Ichiban3579 Waialae Ave.737-8820

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

OKAZUYA

$39 for Four*•Golden Spring Rolls •Chinese Chicken Salad

•Mongolian Pork Chop •Beef Choy Sum•Minute Chicken Cake Noodles

•Steamed Rice*This coupon required;

Available daily before 6:30 pm

Pianist Terry Tom Performs on Thursdays

Stir Fried with Ginger Scallion,Pepper Salt or Steamed

$12.95 each*16-18 oz. each *with purchase of an entrée

Limited time only!

449 KAPAHULU AVE., STE 101735-5544

Maine Lobster Month

SPECIAL OCTOBER LOBSTER MENUOctober 1 - October 31

•Peking Duck •Mongolian Beef•Eight Treasure Wintermelon Soup

•Maine Lobster with Ginger Scallion•Crackling Chicken •Walnut Shrimp

•Hunan Long Beans with Minced Pork•Braised E Mein with Shredded Duck

$209 Table of Ten (Reg. $239)

Let Us Cook for You!

Hours: Sun-Thu.10:30am-10:30pm;Fri/Sat.

10:30amMidnite

Available from11am -

2pm only

No substitutions. Limited time offer. Cannot combine with any other offers.Management reserve the rights to change any menu item without notice.

Little Village

4Menu for

NoodleHouseLunch Set

545-30081113 Smith St. | Free Parking in rear

• Chinese Chicken Salad• Honey Walnut Shrimp• Orange Chicken• Dried String Beans• Garlic Fried Rice• Tapioca

$48($66

value)

$228

Chicken SaladImperial Scallop SoupPeking Duck with BunSalt & Pepper Shrimp

Seafood w/Vegetables in Taro BasketSteamed Fish Fillets w/Ginger ScallionBlack Mushroom with Baby Pak Choy

Steamed Rice, Dessert

1055 Alakea St.525-8585

Special Price for Table of 10

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

www.themandalayhawaii.comMon - Sun 10:30am to 9:00pm

Excluding all coupons and other discounts. Dine-in only.

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Maple Garden/Yen King909 Isenberg Street • 941-6641

www.MapleGardenHawaii.com

Party Room Available for 20-80 people

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

50% OFFBuy Two Entrees or BuffetsGet 3rd one at 50% OFF!

Valid Monday thru Friday dinner only. For up to 20 people. Not to be combined with any other

offer or discounts.NO

MSG

LOBSTERS$11.99

with purchase of 1-Entree

$1.00 Chili Plate Sunday, October 16th (11am-7pm)

Anniversary Specials will be sold onlyat the parking lot tent

•Limit 5 items each •No phone orders •While supplies last

3308 Kanaina Avenue

$15.95 Complete Dinner

$11.45 Complete Lunch& after 10:30 p.m.

EARLY BIRD SPECIAL

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

Sapporo & Kirin (large) $5.75after 10:30pm

New Hours 5:30 - 6:45pm

WHERE TO DINE

Pho My Lien98-150 Kaonohi St.488-4900

Pho Kitchen2919 Kapiolani Blvd.735-8488

Jin Din Rou1491 S. King St.947-1133

VIETNAMESE

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

THAI

TAIWANESE

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

Kaew’s Thai Villa1502 Liliha Street535-9928

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

3660 on the Rise 3660 Waialae Ave.737-1177

PACIFIC RIM

SHABU SHABU

SEAFOOD

Uncle’s Fish MarketWaterfront at Pier 38275-0063

Hanaki RestaurantManoa Marketplace2756 Woodlawn Drive988-1551

Broadway Seafood & Oyster Bar903 Keeaumoku St.946-1888

Lobster King1380 S. King St.944-8288

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

Ocean front dining Valet parking available

COMPLIMENTARY UNCLEMOKI’S LAVA FLOW DESSERT

WITH THE PURCHASE OF2 DINNER ENTREES

Must present coupon. Not valid with any other discounts or specials. Exp 10/16/11.

OUTRIGGER REEF HOTEL • 2169 KALIA RD. • 923–2277

• Goolishly Great Buffet• Special Magic Show

• Keiki Costume Contest • Goodies, Prizes & More

For Tickets www.halekoa.com or call 955-9676

For complete eligibility visit www.halekoa.com

Mention Promo code SpookSA107 at booking.

A frightfully fun Evening

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

Parties up to 200 peopleCALL FOR RESERVATIONS • 847-1234

Party Menu A• Egg Blossom Soup• Sweet Sour Spareribs• Beef Broccoli• Salt & Pepper Shrimp

• Steamed Fish• Oyster Sauce Chicken• Gon Lo Mein (Pancit)• Steamed Rice 8-10 people

$99

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

HAPPY HOURTues-Fri

5-7pm & 9-11pm

50%OFFDRAFTBEERS

SpecialPupuMenu

Regular menu only.No other discounts apply. Exp. 10/31/11.

20% OFF

Chinese Restaurant East HonoluluON ON at McCully

1110 McCully St. • 946-8833www.ononhawaii.com

Aina Haina Shopping Center373-1303 or 373-4632

NEW Plate Lunches-To-Go

$6.95 ($7.50 Dine-in)

coupon

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@tablesideMillion Restaurant

Since opening Million Restaurant in 1989, the Park family has served upthe best in Korean cuisine to a vast and loyal patronage of customers.Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, as well as yakiniku dining,

Million Restaurant’s many favorites include kal-bi and bi bim bap, as well asflavorful banchan to accompany any meal. The eatery is located at 626Sheridan St. Call 596.0799.

Right: Million manager Angela Parkwith a new item on the menu:

Carbonara Rice Cake ($12)Inset: Carbonara Rice Cake ($12)

and Hae Mool Pa-Jun ($15)

1 | Joshua Klaassen and Staci Timbresa

2 | Alex Angeles and Rich Benard

3 | David Tong 4 | Issei Watanabe,

with Sanae and Keiji Fukai

5 | Danny and Catherine Kim, with

Peach and Tayven Cho, and Song Sho

Lawrence Tabudlo photos

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