Vote for Your Favorite Restaurant in the 2025 Hale ‘Aina Awards
Now through March 31, support your favorite restaurants by nominating them for Hawai‘i’s most prestigious dining awards.
Hale ‘Aina Awards
The Hospitalitarian: Dusty Grable Is the 2024 Restaurateur of the Year
A Chinatown pioneer resurfaces with a new vision for Mānoa.
Empanadas, Grilled Octopus, Tender Iberico: Why El Cielo Is the Hale ‘Aina Best New Restaurant
HONOLULU editors’ pick for the top restaurant award of 2024 goes to a Spanish nook on Lewers Street.
Hale ‘Aina Voters Declare Cino the Best New Restaurant of 2024
Readers say Cino is molto bene. We agree.
The 2024 Hale ‘Aina Most Innovative Farm-to-Counter Is Now Rolling
Kalihi’s Roots Café has sold affordable farm-fresh lunches and produce for years. Now, it’s bringing that freshness to the valley’s kūpuna.
2024 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: The Best Restaurants in Hawai‘i
Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on Aug. 27, 2024.
The Top 5 Things to Know About the 2024 Hale ‘Aina Celebration on Sept. 7
HONOLULU’s greatest foodie event will be a show of spectacular food, bottomless drinks and a colorful lineup of entertainment all night long.
The Secret Ingredient to Being Restaurateurs of the Year
It’s not just the food—Restaurateurs of the Year Robynne Maii and Chuck Bussler are committed to supporting the local industry and workers.
Kampai at the Pier: Nami Kaze Is the Best New Restaurant of 2023
HONOLULU editors unanimously agree—Jason Peel’s Nami Kaze is Hawai‘i’s Best New Restaurant.
Hale ‘Aina Award Winners 2023: Seven That Slay
Out of 42 categories and almost 130 Hale ‘Aina award winners, these seven of your favorites stand out.
What You’ll Feast on at the 40th Annual Hale ‘Aina Celebration
Koji marinated short ribs, decadent desserts and more from a variety of Hale ‘Aina Award-winning restaurants.
Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: Nature Waikīkī Goes Beyond Farm to Table
Nae Ogawa, chef of the gold-winning restaurant, shares her deep love for the natural world in her cuisine.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: How to Build the Perfect Hawaiian Plate
For the ultimate comfort food, we turn to our Hale ‘Aina winners for Hawaiian dishes passed down through generations as well as some sweet spins on a classic favorite.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: Istanbul Hawai‘i Wins Best Mediterranean Restaurant
Istanbul Hawai‘i’s homegrown Turkish recipes heal mind, body and soul.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winner: Kapa Hale Named Best New Restaurant in Hawai‘i
It’s not easy being gold. For Keaka Lee, chef-owner of Kapa Hale, a typical week means 16-hour days, six-and-a-half days a week.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: Hau Tree Restaurant at the Kaimana Beach Hotel Wins Gold for Best Outdoor Dining in Hawai‘i
Shade of the Century: Come for the tree, stay for the food.
You’re Invited to An Exclusive Dinner with Kapa Hale
Our 2021 Hale ‘Aina chef’s dinner series kicks off on Thursday, July 29, with our 2021 Gold winner for Best New Restaurant.
2021 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: The Best Restaurants in Hawai‘i
Congratulations to this year’s Hale ‘Aina Award winners announced on June 14, 2021.
Vote Now For the 2021 Hale ‘Aina Awards
Now through March 31, support your favorite restaurants by nominating them for Hawai‘i’s most prestigious dining awards.
The 2020 Hale ‘Aina Award Winners: Hawai‘i’s Best Restaurants
This year, we talk to our Restaurateurs of the Year about the pandemic, dive into a new Spanish-Italian concept, pair a drink for every mood, provide tips for Korean barbecue and more.
Dine at Hale ‘Aina Gold-Winning Restaurants, Get Double the Points
Now through Feb. 28, get twice the rewards when you use your First Hawaiian Bank x Mastercard credit card at qualifying restaurants.
