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Pepper Lunch is bringing its sizzling hot plate dining experience to two new Oahu locations in 2026: Hyatt Centric Waikiki and Kapahulu Avenue. The Japanese teppanyaki chain’s expansion follows strong performance at its first Hawaii restaurant that opened to massive crowds earlier this year.
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The Honolulu City Council is considering expanding the Fort Street Mall pedestrian zone to include portions of King and Hotel streets. The proposal aims to create a larger car-free downtown corridor but faces mixed reactions from local businesses concerned about parking and delivery access.
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Alyssandra’s Lumpia Express opens at Waikele Premium Outlets this Friday with gift cards for the first 50 customers. The beloved local Filipino food brand brings authentic flavors to West Oahu’s premier shopping destination as part of spring expansion.
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Chick-fil-A opened its largest Hawaii location ever on Kapiolani Boulevard Tuesday, creating 120 jobs and marking another major national chain’s expansion into Honolulu’s competitive food scene. The 4,200-square-foot flagship drew overnight crowds and raises questions about the corridor’s transformation.
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After 85 years serving Kalihi-Palama, beloved Tamashiro Market closed permanently on April 30, ending a multigenerational family business that anchored the neighborhood’s working-class identity. The closure represents more than lost poke and fresh fish — it’s another step in the transformation of one of Oahu’s most historic communities.
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Honolulu City Council considers expanding Fort Street Mall pedestrian zone from two blocks to a continuous corridor connecting civic buildings to the harbor. Business owners and planners debate the potential benefits and challenges.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location in Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing its famous coco puffs to the heart of tourist territory. The move marks a significant expansion for the 75-year-old local institution.
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Chick-fil-A opened its largest Hawaii location at Kapiolani and Kalakaua on April 2, choosing an urban format without a drive-thru. The 4,200-square-foot restaurant signals how mainland chains are adapting to Honolulu’s dense urban core.
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Liliha Bakery is opening its sixth location in Waikiki Beach Walk, bringing its famous coco puffs and local comfort food to the heart of Hawaii’s tourist district. The expansion signals a broader shift toward featuring authentic local brands in Waikiki.
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Chick-fil-A opened its largest Hawaii restaurant yet on Kapiolani Boulevard, featuring 5,000 square feet and seating for over 100 guests. The strategic location intensifies fast-food competition in the busy Keeaumoku corridor near Ala Moana Center.
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