A favorite local stop since 1952, this bakery, less than a mile outside Waikiki, is famous for its malasadas. These pastries are a local favorite, similar to doughnuts only without the holes. They're best eaten hot, leaden when cold. Another specialty is pao doce (Portuguese sweet bread). Danish pastries, cookies, breads and specialty wedding and birthday cakes are also available. This is take out only; there is no place to sit. Parking is available.

For several years, this restaurant has served some of the best steak and seafood in the islands. The laid back atmosphere remains a consistent favorite for tourists and residents alike. Patrons drink and dine overlooking the Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, gazing at the sunset beyond the waving masts. Nightly entertainment ranges from Hawaiian singer-songwriters to small jazz combos.

If you are looking out for some Hawaiian food, then Ala Moana Poi Bowl in the Makai Market at Ala Moana is the place for you. Relish the local dishes at very affordable prices such as the kalua pig, Pipikaula and Shabu beef. Casual and laidback, this food-stall inspired eatery might be puny in size but it does come up big in flavors.

Located near the corner of Queen street, this small and unassuming eatery is one of the islands cheap eats secrets. Value is the mantra here with unbelievable portions and standard plate lunch fare done well. Located on the first floor of a small business complex, it's not the easiest place to find, but it's worth the hunt. The interior is plain and typical of most plate lunch spots. This place has quickly become a spot that has managed to grab the hearts of island plate lunch aficionados who are snobs about plate lunch cuisine.

La Mariana Sailing Club is an authentic local Tiki bar tucked away near the airport at Keehi Lagoon. Founded in 1957, La Mariana is the only original Tiki bar left in Honolulu and has a lot of decor from old famous Tkiki bars like Don The Beachcomber's Koa Wood Tables as well as fun island decor like cheesy shell chandeliers. Enjoy a Mai Tai and some Hawaiian cuisine while listening to live music and feel like you've stepped back in time to the relaxed pace of the 1950s.