In this section you will find some of the favorite places to go and things to do from the people who have been there before.
Looking for something to do or a place to eat before you do it, then this is the place to check. Updates will happen monthly and suggestions are always welcome. Contact Hazel Ando and let her know what your favorites are.
"DARRYL FUNAI'S FAVORITES"
Darryl is the President of the Hawaii Athletic Trainers Association. Contact him at dfunai@punahou.edu
Pa'ina Cafe
Combines healthy salad options with unique poke bowls - build them yourself
meals of rice, a choice of poke (raw fish) and toppings.
Ward Warehouse, 1050 Ala Moana
808.356.2829
www.painacafe.com
Taormina Sicilian Cuisine
Fans go for their signature sea-urchin pasta and grilled lamb chops. It's
in Waikiki, so parking is tight and prices are a bit high.
227 Lewers St., Waikiki
808.926-5050
Sushi Izakaya Gaku
Known for their authentic Japanese food. A tiny restaurant so reservations are highly recommended.
1329 S. King Street
808.589.1329
The Counter
The core of the menu is the build your own burger experience, but the gem is the sweet potato fries. To die for.
Kahala Mall
4211 Waialae Ave, E1
808.739.5100
www.thecounterburger.com
Alan Wong's Restaurant
Embodies the Hawaii Regional Cuisine movement. Food is always excellent and service is impeccable. Reservations recommended.
1857 S. King Street, third floor
808.949.2526
www.alanwongs.com
Kona Brewing Company
Perfect place to go for lunch or an early dinner after Hanauma Bay. Casual atmosphere and micro-brewed beer on tap.
7192 Kalanianole Highway
Honolulu, HI 96825
www.konabrewingco.com
808.394.5662
Stage
Contemporary Asian American fine dining. It gets its name because its
located within a furniture store. Best salmon on the island - bar none.
For a more casual experience, go next door, to the Amuse Wine Bar.
Honolulu Design Center, second floor
1250 Kapiolani Blvd.
808.237.5429
www.stagerestauranthawaii.com
Post Convention Island Cruise being organized for July 3-10th.
Bill Chambers has set up this cruise for anyone interested. Extend your stay in Hawaii and visit the other islands o Norwegian Cruise Line’s “Pride of American”. Sailing out of Honolulu at 8pm on July 3rd and returning on July 10th. Ports include 2 full days in Maui, 2 full days in Hilo on the Big Island Hawaii, a full day on the other side of the Big Island in Kona and 1 ½ days on Kauai. Rates range from $1,279.00 - $1,159.00 per person with balconies and $909.00 for inside cabins with the additional tax of $254.00 per person. For more information contact Ann at 866-707-7368 or ann@sentineltravel.com.
Glenn Beachy's Favorite Hawaii Things to do and Places to Eat
Glenn is on the FWATA Managing Board as the Hawaii State Representative. He is the head athletic trainer at Punahou School where President Obama attended! You can reach him at gbeachy@punahou.edu if you have any questions on his favorites!!
Rainbow Drive In
3308 Kanaina Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815-4214
(808) 737-0177
Get directions
On Diner's Drive-ins and Dives (filmed 11/09) -
Visited often by Obama when at Punahou. Great local food, plate lunch.
Kapahulu Ave. - close to Waikiki
Nicos Pier 38
1133 N. Nimitz Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96817
808.540.1377
http://www.nicospier38.com/
Great food, plate lunch style, Diner's Drive-ins and Dives (filmed 11/09 as well). About 5 miles from Waikiki, but worth the drive. (Beth Young's favorite, too!!)
Shokudo Japanese Restaurant
Ala Moana Pacific Center, Ground Floor
1585 Kapiolani Blvd
Honolulu, HI 96814
A very interesting and new restaurant - Excellent food - good prices and great atmosphere.
Tango
1288 Ala Moana Boulevard
Suite 120
Honolulu, HI 96814
(808) 593-7288
www.tangocafehawaii.com
So many good restaurants here and have other favorites on the Windward side if interested.
Site Seeing:
Pearl Harbor continues to be the leading attraction in
Hawaii. With the Battleship Missouri anchored in the next berth, it is a
dramatic day.
Surfing:
Summer surf is on the south shore (Waikiki) and there are a number of places to rent boards on the beach. Those wanting to learn to wind or kite surf, will need to go to Kailua for the best conditions and vendors.
If you want some info on Neighbor Islands, let me know as there are some interesting things to see for those wanting to explore.
Beth Young's "Favorites"
Beth is one of three full time assistant athletic trainers at Punahou School in Honolulu. Beth was born in the Honolulu area and has the "ALOHA" Spirit. She is a great resource if you ever have questions about Hawaii! Beth can be reached at byoung@punahou.edu
Plan a visit to these local restaurants! They are "ONO" which means delicious in Hawaiian.
By the Honolulu airport, after visiting the Arizona Memorial or USS Missouri
Big Kahuna Pizza
550 Paiea St.
Honolulu, HI 96819
Nicos Pier 38
1133 N. Nimitz Hwy
Honolulu, HI 96817
808.540.1377
http://www.nicospier38.com/
Need to get away? Head to Manoa Valley for some peace and quiet at Lyon Arboretum.
Lyon Arboretum
3860 Manoa Rd.
Honolulu, HI 96822
808.988.0457
http://www.hawaii.edu/lyonarboretum/
Before your hike, enjoy a breakfast or a snack at:
Andy's Sandwiches and Smoothies
808.778.2701
http://www.andyssandwiches.com/
You may want something to eat after your hike:
Waioli Tea Room
O-Bok Korean Restaurant
2756 Woodlawn Dr # 6-104
Honolulu, HI 96822-1857
808.988.7702
Bangkok Chef
2955 E. Manoa Rd
Honolulu, HI 96822
808.988.0212
Menu (pdf)
http://www.bangkokchefexpress.com/
Post Convention Island Cruise being organized for July 3-10th.
Bill Chambers has set up this cruise for anyone interested. Extend your stay in Hawaii and visit the other islands o Norwegian Cruise Line’s “Pride of American”. Sailing out of Honolulu at 8pm on July 3rd and returning on July 10th. Ports include 2 full days in Maui, 2 full days in Hilo on the Big Island Hawaii, a full day on the other side of the Big Island in Kona and 1 ½ days on Kauai. Rates range from $1,279.00 - $1,159.00 per person with balconies and $909.00 for inside cabins with the additional tax of $254.00 per person. For more information contact Ann at 866-707-7368 or ann@sentineltravel.com.