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JAPANESE
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| O'ahu is home to hundreds of ethnic restaurants — most heavily Asian, most of them small, inexpensive and family-run, and all with their regulars and passionate fans. We couldn't possibly visit them all in a year, much less include them all in this guide. So this is just a selection, focused on offering as wide a range of cuisines as possible. |
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A funky food boutique with prices that won't make you wince, Kai sprouted from four shops in Tokyo and brings to locals the latest in izakaya (tavern-style) fare with a concentration on Osaka-style okonomiyaki (a savory Japanese pancake layered with a variety of fillings). Its sleek interior offers a teppan (griddle) bar for yaki (grilled) dishes, seared rib-eye steak and okonomiyaki that complement their trendy cocktail selections the way a Chanel clutch goes with a pair of Manolos.
1427 Makaloa St. 944-1555. Dinner: 5-11 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. Closed Monday. Reservations recommended. VS, MC, AX, JCB. No checks. $$
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VS: Visa
MC: Mastercard
AX: American Express
DC: Diners Club
DS: Discover Card
JCB: JCB Card
Olioli: Olioli Card |
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$$$: Pricey; entrées mostly more than $17
$$: Moderate; entrées $10-$16
$: Budget-friendly; entrées mostly less than $10
Checks: Local checks and travelers’ checks only |
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 Past 'Ilima Award winner
 "Cheap eats" restaurant
 "Local classic" eatery
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