Islander Drive Inn

Salt Lk Shopping Ctr
Honolulu, HI 96818

DENNIS K. writes: Okay you plate lunch junkies, here is a place worth spending money on the high carbo plate lunch that is so much part of the Hawaiian local scene. My favorite is the Honey Garlic Chicken Plate. Chicken breaded and deep fried lay on a bed of cabbage…

Craigslist

World Wide Web
Honolulu, HI 96819

Jeremy C. writes: Is it just me, or is it downright funny what people think is a selling point of an item.  Craigslist may be yet another example of what happens when you give an idiot a noose. Come on, "not too much rust" is a strong point of a car? A surfboard made…

Roselani Haupia Ice Cream

Honolulu, HI 96819

Jeremy C. writes: Yet another grand slam for the homeboys at Roselani. I mean God Damn it does all their ice cream have to be this freakin good?

You know that old saying you scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream? Well instead of screaming, I ended up creaming…

Steppin Razor

Peter Tosh
Honolulu, HI 96819

Jeremy C. writes: Stepping Razor is probably one of the most bad ass, trash talkingest, in your face reggae songs of all time. And it does this all while it's lyrics are laid over a mellow and innocent sounding beat. But by the time the song ends, especially with the…

Bob's Big Boy Family Restaurants

2828 Paa St Ste 3120
Honolulu, HI 96819

Michelle O. writes: My relatives started doing Sat morning breakfasts here on the regular, and I have to say I've eaten there twice with no complaints.  Because we were in a group, I got to sample a lot more food, for someone that's only eaten there twice!
-Kahlua pork…

Wholesale Unlimited Express

960 Ahua St
Honolulu, HI 96819

this is M E. writes: This is the best place to go for your local kine snacks and more...

they have li-hing gummies, crack seed, cookies mochi crunch, dried ika and so much more...

every time i go to Cali i have to buy pounds of chocolate covered gummy bears, baby gummy…

Bee's Dessert House

1151 Mapunapuna St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Jen K. writes: Bee's in a boba tea kiosk in the food court side of same of the building the late Ranch 99 was in. Ranch 99 closed like two years ago, but Bee's is still there.

Bee's isn't just boba tea. They also do MOCHI ball teas. So different. I got a small…

Moanalua Gardens Foundation Inc

1352 Pineapple Pl
Honolulu, HI 96819

Keane L. writes: One of the nicest free gardens I've ever been to. There's a pond with fish, a more secluded area with a river, and huge open fields. It's a cool place to be.

I'm sure the Foundation is equally awesome.

Family BBQ

550 Paiea St
Ste 136
Honolulu, HI 96819

this is M E. writes: This is the only place i will go for a plate lunch.   Clean friendly and so ONO...that means delicious.

During lunch and dinner time this place gets packed...they say a line in front of a restaurant means its that good.

I personally like their bentos,…

Alicia's Market

267 Mokauea St
Honolulu, HI 96819

David C. writes: Man their Poke and roast pork is just sooo ono!  Their wasabi masago poke is ridiculous.  Could there be a better meal than Poke and Rice?  Have some while sitting at the beach with some friends and beers and then answer.

Ray's Cafe

2033 N King St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Joshua C. writes: I didn't know Oxtail Stew even existed til I had it here.

For those in search of local flavor, search no more..

Chun Wah Kam Noodle Factory Inc

505 Kalihi St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Jane L. writes: While the steamed and baked manapuas were really tasty, I preferred the baked.  The baked has more meat, but it costs more.  The steamed ones taste best while it's hot.  I really liked their steamed kahlua pork, half moons, and rice cakes.  And…

Catering by Monarch Seafoods

515 Kalihi St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Olivia D. writes: What a find! I gotta tell you, I hate eating fish, but the way they prepare it here is so tasty, I'm actually craving it. "It" is the crab-stuffed ahi wrapped in nori and flash fried, topped with a wasabi "aioli". It is not an aioli--it is just that…

Kukui Sausage Co Inc

813 Bannister St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Brenda Kaye W. writes: Pastele : good
Sausage : good
Pastele sausage : ingenious!

Kim chee : good
Sausage : good
Kim chee sausage : ingenious!

This sausage maker also produces Portuguese sausages and chicken sausages--not quite as ingenious, but still pretty good!

Martin & MacArthur

1823 Kahai St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Chenoa B. writes: Not only are there beautiful handcrafted Koa sculptures such as ships and furniture in this artistic store, you will find all kinds of inspiring gifts such as the fish dish I bought for a special friend of mine at his request. I wanted to stay longer…

Inter Island Hotel Furniture Sales

2295 N King St
Honolulu, HI 96819

Danielle Y. writes: They moved again.  They are now on Dillingham (1099?).

I continue to love inter-island hotel furniture.  We have begun to (slowly) furnish my house from their ever-changing stock of stuff, and thus far have acquired:

1 queen sized sofa bed (circa 150;…

Best Drive-In

111 Sand Is Access Rd
Honolulu, HI 96819

Olivia D. writes: Best Drive In really does have the best Korean plate lunch AND the Korean staff is super nice and friendly. This is where the truckers and longshoremen working at Sand Island eat for lunch, so do not go during peak hours because there will be no…

La Mariana Sailing Club

50 Sand Island Access Rd
Honolulu, HI 96819

Keith Y. writes: 11:55 am - land at Honolulu International, check
12:05 pm - catch Wiki Wiki shuttle to terminal, check
12:25 pm - pick up luggage, check
12:45 pm - pick up rental car, check
12:54 pm - ordering first mai tai at La Mariana, check and double check…

United States Postal Service

3600 Aolele St
Honolulu, HI 96820

Tamara P. writes: I agree with my fellow yelper.  This is a very convenient location, they have late hours (especially during the holidays), there's always parking (unlike a certain Makiki branch that is always busy), and my packages always go out quicker since it is…

Aloha Stadium

99-500 Salt Lake Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96818

Cynthia C. writes: Attended the U2 concert here on 12/9/06:

Pretty old facilities, not very well designed.  
No VINO!  Only beer.
Staff are unorganized and easily flustered: ran out of gas for the kegs.
The lines for the women's potty were worth a bladder infection.  
Mini…

Le Bistro

5730 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821

Joshua C. writes: "Do you love me?"
"I do."
"Am I the only one?"
"Well no, there are others*, but it's different with them"
"What do you mean?"
"You know, you're special, unique and my favorite in Hawaii"
"Just Hawaii???"
"Look it's not likely that I'll be going back to…

Bayer Estate

5329 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96821

arnold g. writes: We got married here and it was absolutely perfect! If you have a group of 50 or less, I highly recommend the Bayer Estate for almost any function. It's an old craftsman-style home with a backyard that faces the ocean, which created a beautiful,…

University of Hawaii at Manoa

2500 Campus Road
Honolulu, HI 96822

Brenda Kaye W. writes: Education is always going to come down, at least in part, to what you make of it.  You only get out as much as you put in.

It's been 14 years since I graduated from the University of Hawaii with my B.A. in journalism and political science.  Wow, with…

OCPaddler.com

world wide waste of time
Honolulu, HI 96822

Jeremy C. writes: For those only familiar with real English...read only the last few paragraphs.

Ampere-hour, which admits venerable web site as OCpaddler.com. Where otherwise however on the World Wide Web you can have, opinionated tons of people come along together to…

University of Hawaii Bookstore Online rainbowtique

Honolulu, HI 96822

kawika m. writes: RainBoutique!  University of Hawaii Bookstore!

I've gottah give props to dis web site!  Nevah for git dat Hawaii can be just a clcik away!

Represent da UH! I was very impressed! I bought a bunch of clothing from UH for Christmas! Although It was…

East-West Center

1777 E West Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822

Diana B. writes: Fantastic educational center that brings together E and W.

A  recent workshop on Pearl Harbor from all viewpoints educated teachers from Japan and the US.

Hostelling International-Honolulu

2323 Seaview Ave # A
Honolulu, HI 96822

Surf Buddha E. writes: I actually lived in the front house for a year when I first arrived in Honolulu. The Akau family is great and they kept the place in order.  I met tons of travelers who came to stay up near the University.  It's away from the hustle and bustle of…

Maryknoll School

1526 Alexander St
Honolulu, HI 96822

Lynn C. writes: Same as Keane (probably because we went to school around the same time) it was great while I was there.  But there are, like any other private school, kids that are rich and ungrateful going there.  On the other hand, there are kids that are smart…

Mid-Pacific Institute

2445 Kaala St
Honolulu, HI 96822

foodpic G. writes: Okay, so I'm an alumni...now that I think of it, I can't believe my parents spent so much money here. Well, the tuition the year I graduated was around $6500, now I hear it's around $14,000. Pre-K through High School Seniors all pay the same tuition!…

Safeway Food & Drug

2855 E Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822

Norm G. writes: Most of the time, I don't shop at Safeway, because the prices are way too high.  However, there are a few things I like about this Safeway, and when I need certain things, I will come here:

1. The Location.  I love Manoa.  It's my favorite place on…

Hairscapes - The Mane Attraction

2752 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Lei L. writes: I just got my hair done here today and I put up some pictures. The salon is located in Manoa Marketplace, by the Manoa post office. I see the stylist Mitzie here, and highly recommend her to anyone, however she is particularly good with short hair on…

Paesano

2752 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Brenda Kaye W. writes: This restaurant has been here a pretty long time.  My husband and I used to come here on dates years ago, long before we were married, and we have been married nearly nine years, so that should give you some idea of how long this place has been here.…

Koganji

2869 Oahu Ave
Honolulu, HI 96822

Waynele Y. writes: WOW

i've driven up and down oahu have many a time, and have never ever seen a japanese temple, so when is saw that there was an obon festival in manoa on oahu ave, i was a bit skeptical.  then i saw the commercial on kiku - stunning... but was it just…

Thai Sweet Basil

Manoa Marketplace
2752 Woodlawn Dr
Honolulu, HI 96822

Liz T. writes: After a stomach-debilitating visit to Island Manapua Factory, my boyfriend and I walked upstairs to Thai Sweet Basil for tummy redemption. For me, finding good Thai food in Hawaii is like finding a Golden Ticket in a Wonka bar--how did Charlie do it?…

Ducky Korean Bbq

2955 E Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822

Tracy S. writes: This is a great, unassuming place to get a Korean plate lunch. Definitely google map it if you're unfamiliar with Manoa. It's just past Manoa Marketplace on the right side, but it's easy to miss as it's set back from the street.

There's the usual…

Polihale Beach State Park

Kaumuali'i Hwy
Waimea, HI 96796

Puka D. writes: If you are going to break your car rental agreement and drive off-road, why not do it  for this beautiful beach?

You will only find a handful of other people here, and most will be locals.  At the end of the road, go a little further, driving down a…

Koko Marina Pub - Kona Brewing Company

Koko Marina Center
7192 Kalanianaole Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96825

Thomas M. writes: A friend from the mainland came to visit and we went here for a late dinner.  What a wonderful idea, I must say.

We sat outside right next to the water.  It was a bit windy and I was breaking wind so the wind was beneficial.

Erika and I both ordered a…

L'Elegance Bridal Consultants

1181-A Mokuhano Street
Honolulu, HI 96825

Connie C. writes: I am so happy to be working with Shawnee Hammer! She is such a huge help in planning my wedding. At first, I wasn't sure if I needed to hire a wedding planner, but since we decided on a destination wedding, I felt that I needed a professional that…

Island Divers

377 Keahole St # E101
Honolulu, HI 96825

John R. writes: This Dive SHop is unique in a sea of dive shops out here on Oahu.  The staff is professional, safety conscious, and promotes FUN.  They know all the great spots and will educate you on the array of sea life you observe.  The Dive Club is active and…