Honolulu restaurants

Made-to-order poke bowls that set the Honolulu standard — Kapahulu's essential stop.

The malasada landmark since 1952 — hot, sugar-rolled, and filled to order.

James Beard America's Classic since 1946 — pipikaula short ribs, kalua pig, and laulau done right.

Three generations of Hawaiian food since 1947 — kalua pig, squid lūʻau, and modern riffs in Kakaʻako.

Harborfront fish market and grill at the auction pier — furikake ahi and fish & chips off the boats.

Chinatown's celebrated Vietnamese kitchen — pho French dip, brilliant cocktails, and family soul.

The classic Kapahulu plate-lunch drive-in since 1961 — mixed plates, loco moco, and slush floats.