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Hawaii culinary icon Alan Wong is opening a new restaurant in the former Hoku’s space at The Kahala Resort. The concept will feature signature dishes from his celebrated career alongside new oceanfront-inspired creations.
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Sonic Drive-In opens its first Oahu location in Kapolei this May, bringing signature carhop service and slushies to Hawaii. The mainland chain joins West Oahu’s growing retail corridor alongside other national brands discovering the area’s market potential.
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The Pagoda Hotel reopened after a $9.9 million renovation, restoring its beloved koi pond and floating restaurant. The locally owned property represents a rare mid-range accommodation option in Honolulu’s increasingly luxury-focused hotel market.
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Hawaii’s $16 minimum wage is forcing Honolulu restaurant owners to adjust menu prices and operations while balancing fair worker compensation with business sustainability. Local operators are getting creative with pricing, technology, and staffing strategies.
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Kahuina will break ground in 2026, delivering 861 homes with 60% reserved for workforce and affordable buyers in Kakaako. The mixed-use project targets working families with units priced $350,000-$650,000, significantly below market rates.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location at Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing the beloved local institution’s famous coco puffs to the heart of the tourist strip. The move marks the 74-year-old family bakery’s first expansion into Waikīkī’s heavily trafficked retail corridor.
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Koa Vista II opened applications for 97 affordable one-bedroom rental units at Koa Ridge in Central Oahu, targeting families earning up to 80% AMI. The master-planned community offers below-market rents and modern amenities for qualified applicants.
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Liliha Bakery will open its sixth Oahu location in Waikīkī Beach Walk, bringing iconic coco puffs and local flavors to tourists. The expansion marks the 72-year-old institution’s first move into the heart of the tourist corridor.
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Sonic Drive-In is opening its first Oahu location in Kapolei this month, ending years of waiting for Hawaii fans of the Oklahoma-based chain. The drive-in restaurant will test whether mainland fast-food concepts can thrive in West Oahu’s growing commercial corridor.
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Chamber of Commerce Hawaii Foundation launches relief fund for North Shore businesses damaged by recent Kona Low storms. Grants up to $10,000 available for repairs, equipment, and payroll assistance.
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