May 24, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: ‘Five-0′...

Pau Hana Patrol: ‘Five-0′ inspires at Tropics

Even if you don’t watch “Hawaii Five-0,” you’ll appreciate the new signature drinks at Tropics Bar & Grill.

May 17, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Food surprises at H...

Pau Hana Patrol: Food surprises at Hula’s

The food offered during pau hana at Hula’s Bar & Lei Stand in Waikiki is surprisingly good.

May 10, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Catch up with Ryan&...

Pau Hana Patrol: Catch up with Ryan’s

Heading to Ryan’s Grill for happy hour is like catching up with an old friend.

Apr 26, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Stylish vibe at Des...

Pau Hana Patrol: Stylish vibe at Design Center

Amuse Wine Bar and the bar at Stage Restaurant are hopping these days.

Apr 19, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Any Place Lounge

Pau Hana Patrol: Any Place Lounge

Check out the “working man’s Side Street Inn” at Any Place Lounge in Moiliili.

Apr 5, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Chez Kenzo

Pau Hana Patrol: Chez Kenzo

With its central location, free parking and value-packed menu, Chez Kenzo is worth a visit during happy hour.

Mar 15, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Take comfort at Chi...

Pau Hana Patrol: Take comfort at Chili’s

A stop at Kahala Mall finds Tex-Mex comfort food and affordable happy-hour specials.

Mar 8, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Good libations at M...

Pau Hana Patrol: Good libations at Monkeypod Kitchen

You won’t be disappointed with Peter Merriman’s new outpost at Ko Olina.

Mar 1, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Don’t overlook Cact...

Pau Hana Patrol: Don’t overlook Cactus

Unless you know where it is, Cactus is easy to pass by in Kailua without realizing it.

Feb 22, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: The Study serves pr...

Pau Hana Patrol: The Study serves pricey drinks, pedestrian food

There are reasons to hang out at The Study at the Modern Honolulu — but saving money isn’t really one of them.

Feb 15, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Round Table offers ...

Pau Hana Patrol: Round Table offers change of pace

Round Table Waikiki serves up discounted drinks and food weekdays starting at 3 p.m.

Feb 1, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Doraku lives up to ...

Pau Hana Patrol: Doraku lives up to its name

After opening at the Royal Hawaiian Center in 2008, Doraku Sushi has expanded with a second restaurant on Kapiolani Blvd.

Jan 25, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Enjoy sizable porti...

Pau Hana Patrol: Enjoy sizable portions at Willows

One of the best things about living in Hawaii is that no matter how crowded and busy it gets, there’s almost always a refuge nearby.

Jan 18, 2013

Pau Hana Patrol: Views make up for p...

Pau Hana Patrol: Views make up for price at Sarento’s

Sarento’s at the Top of the I is coolly attractive, an object lesson in timeless poise and chic.

Dec 28, 2012

Pau Hana Patrol: Happy Valley please...

Pau Hana Patrol: Happy Valley pleases

BY RYAN SENAGA / SPECIAL TO THE STAR-ADVERTISER There was something always...

Nov 23, 2012

Pau Hana Patrol: Great pupu, prices ...

Pau Hana Patrol: Great pupu, prices at Moana Terrace

BY ELIZABETH KIESZKOWSKI / ekieszkowski@staradvertiser.com I’m not hard...

Nov 2, 2012

Pau Hana Patrol: Vice Inferno offers...

Pau Hana Patrol: Vice Inferno offers ‘liquid goodness’

Head to Ward Centre for wood-fired pizza and cheap microbrews during happy hour.

Oct 26, 2012

Pau Hana Patrol: Fill up at Five-Sta...

Pau Hana Patrol: Fill up at Five-Star

Budget-conscious diners (or drinkers) can shave their bill quite a bit at Five-Star International Buffet’s happy hour.

Oct 12, 2012

Pau Hana Patrol: Fresco serves up va...

Pau Hana Patrol: Fresco serves up variety

At a bargain price, you can enjoy an evening out in tourist heaven.

Oct 5, 2012

Pau Hana Patrol: Pint & Jigger ...

Pau Hana Patrol: Pint & Jigger a must-try

Dave Newman and his crew have built up a formidable following in just four months by pouring killer drinks and serving up great food.