HONOLULU — Even though we may soon say “mahalo” to the long, carefree days of summer, restaurants still offer diners hearty dishes and drinks that beat the heat and humidity.
To celebrate National Filet Mignon Day, Black Angus Steakhouse is offering a limited-time filet mignon special from August 13-15, while International Market Place is celebrating Mixology Month through the end of August. Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya and Restaurant Suntory are offering their specials through the end of September.
Four locations at Ala Moana Center, Pearlridge Center, Town Center of Mililani and Kapolei Shopping Center
“Who says you can’t enjoy ramen in the summer? We’re excited to spice up summer with our new seasonal dishes and our Sapporo special to help guests cool off,” said Tina Wang, owner of Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya, in a press release. “Our summer menu is all about refreshing, bold flavors that are perfect for Hawaii’s hot, humid weather. We’re also excited to expand our popular fried rice dishes to our Ala Moana and Pearlridge locations so even more guests can enjoy these favorites.”
This popular eatery offers seasonal summer dishes—the summer special of Hiyashi and crispy Ebi cakes—as well as a summer special on $4 Sapporo draft beers at Ala Moana Center, Pearlridge Center and Town Center of Mililani locations through the end of September.
Customers can cool off with the summer special Hiyashi – spicy tsuyu broth and homemade shoyu pork chashu served with thick Japanese noodles garnished with chili oil, seasoned egg, spring onions and seasoned menma (bamboo shoots).
Due to popular demand, crispy ebi cakes are back. They are deep-fried shrimp cakes filled with mozzarella cheese and served with sweet chili sauce and wasabi mayonnaise.
Crispy ebi cakes are very popular among customers. (Courtesy of Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya)
Royal Hawaiian Center, Building B, third level, 2233 Kalakaua Ave., 808-922-5511.
Until the end of September, Suntory Restaurant’s Teppan Room is offering guests 10% off regular grand-menu Teppan dinners and up to 15% off the new Teppan Aloha Steak Dinner Special.
Teppan dinner options include carefully curated sets, course menus and a la carte dishes. One such option is the Steak Dinner Entrée, which offers a choice of beef, chicken or seafood served with a full selection of typical Japanese side dishes. The Royal and Imperial course menus include seasonal entrees, US or Miyazaki Wagyu beef or various seafood, shellfish and a selection of vegetables and side dishes.
Imperial Course Dinner at Suntory Restaurant. (Courtesy of Suntory Restaurant)
The Aloha Steak Dinner Special features a combination of seafood and steak, including foie gras, scallops and shrimp. For a limited time, the special is available for $88; customers who arrive after 8pm receive an additional 15% off. The promotion cannot be combined with any other discounts or coupons.
Guests can also enjoy the restaurant’s à la carte summer specialties, which include Miyazaki Wagyu, abalone, grilled mackerel, scallops on rice, pike sea tempura and smoked salmon.
If you don’t like large noodle dishes, Tanaka Ramen also offers various rice bowls such as Beef Sukiyaki Don or Karaage Don, as well as Tokyo curry bowls such as Curry Pork Katsu and Curry Pork Gyoza. Vegan dishes are also available.
International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., 808-931-6105
Celebrate Mixology Month in August as participating restaurants including StripSteak Waikiki, Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi, Shorefyre, Herringbone, Moani Waikiki Bistro & Bar, Skybox Taphouse and Kuhio Avenue Food Hall and Drybar offer specialty cocktails, mocktails and appetizers.
You can also join the exciting competition between IMP’s bartenders and find out who is the best in the Battle of the Bartenders. Every Wednesday at 4 p.m. on August 14, 21 and 28, they will compete for the title and $2,000 in cash prizes. This tournament event for those ages 21 and up includes music, drink tastings and more. Free admission with ID.
Find out who wins the title of Best Bartender in a three-day competition on August 14, 21 and 28. (Courtesy of International Market Place)
98-1262 Kaahumanu St., Pearl City, 808-487-0054
Celebrate National Filet Mignon Day with an all-day Filet Mignon entree featuring two expertly grilled 32-ounce Filet Mignon medallions with your choice of classic side dish for $15.99 for a limited time only, August 13-15. Price is $10.99 for Black Angus Steakhouse members.
We celebrate National Filet Mignon Day. (Courtesy of Black Angus Steakhouse)
Sarah Yamanaka covers news and events for Spectrum News Hawaii. Reach her at [email protected].
