Martha Cheng
Martha Cheng is a food and culture writer for local and national publications including The Washington Post and Conde Nast Traveler. More than a decade ago, she came to Honolulu and made poke almost every day for a year as a line cook. She was born in San Francisco, but really prefers surfing in Hawaii.
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The Best Restaurants In Maui
Life-altering fish tacos, poke by the pound, a kimchi Bloody Mary, and more of our favorite things to eat and drink in Maui.
Sale Pepe
You'll need a reservation at Sale Pepe in Lahaina, but the squid ink spaghetti with local shrimp and spicy 'nduja is well worth it.
The Birdcage Bar
The Birdcage Bar at Hotel Wailea is a romantic cocktail bar with good zero-proof options.
Marlow
Marlow is an Italian restaurant in Upcountry that serves Neapolitan-style pizza and local produce.
Tiffany's
Tiffany's is a Wailuku mainstay that serves a large menu of local food that feels very Hawai'i.
Pacific’o on the Beach
For your requistie beachfront mai tai, head to Pacific'o on the Beach in Lahaina.
The Best Restaurants In Honolulu
Whether you're in the mood for a cocktail at a beachside Waikiki bar or some extremely fresh poke, these are our favorite spots in Oahu's biggest city.
Pint and Jigger
Head to Pint and Jigger after a swim at Ala Moana Beach for burgers, local beers, and strong cocktails.
Pipeline Bakeshop & Creamery
Pipeline Bakeshop in Kaimuki might be a newer spot, but their fluffy malasadas have become an instant favorite.
Sushi ii
Sushi ii is an excellent omakase option in Honolulu that also offers creative cooked dishes.
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck
Giovanni's Shrimp Truck is located in Kahuku and serves some of the best garlic shrimp in Oahu.
Fort Ruger Market
Fort Ruger Market is where you can eat poke bowls topped with not just fish, but also crispy-skinned lechon.
Yama's Fish Market
Yama's is a takeout-only spot in Moiliili that highlights local food like Puerto Rican pastele and kalua pig.
The Pig And The Lady
The Pig And The Lady is an American-Southeast Asian restaurant in Chinatown where you need to save room for the soft serve swirl.
Bar Leather Apron
The mai tai at Bar Leather Apron is unlike any other mai tai you'll drink while in Honolulu.
