HONOLULU — Though we may soon be bidding mahalo to the long, carefree days of summer, restaurants are still offering patrons savory dishes and beverages well suited for the heat and humidity.
In celebration of National Filet Mignon Day, Black Angus Steakhouse offers a filet mignon special for a limited time only, August 13 through August 15, while International Market Place celebrates Mixology Month through the end of August. Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya and Restaurant Suntory feature their specials until the end of September.
Four locations at Ala Moana Center, Pearlridge Center, Town Center of Mililani, Kapolei Shopping Center
“Who said you can’t enjoy ramen in the summer? We’re excited to spice up summer with our new seasonal dishes and Sapporo special to help diners keep cool,” said Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya Owner Tina Wang in a release. “Our summer menu is all about refreshing, bold flavors that are perfect for Hawaii’s hot, humid weather. We’re also excited to expand our popular fried rice dishes to our Ala Moana and Pearlridge locations, allowing even more diners to enjoy these favorites.”
This popular eatery is offering up seasonal summer dishes – Summer Special Hiyashi and Crispy Ebi Cakes – in addition to a $4 summer special on Sapporo draft beers through the end of September at the Ala Moana Center, Pearlridge Center and Town Center of Mililani locations.
Customers can cool off with the Summer Special Hiyashi – zesty tsuyu broth and house-made shoyu pork chashu served with thick Japanese noodles topped with chili oil, seasoned egg, green onions and seasoned menma (bamboo shoot).
Crispy Ebi Cakes are back by popular demand featuring deep-fried shrimp cakes filled with mozzarella cheese and served with sweet chili sauce and wasabi mayo.
Royal Hawaiian Center, Bldg. B, third level, 2233 Kalakaua Ave., 808-922-5511.
Through the end of September, Restaurant Suntory’s Teppan Room is offering diners 10% off its regular grand menu teppan dinner selections and up to 15% off their new teppan Aloha Steak Dinner special.
Teppan dinner options include carefully curated sets, course meals and a la carte items. One such option is the Steak Dinner Entrée offering a choice of beef, chicken or seafood that comes with a full selection of signature Japanese side dishes. The Royal and Imperial course meals include seasonal starters, U.S. or Miyazaki Wagyu beef or assorted seafood, shellfish and an assortment of vegetables and sides.
The Aloha Steak Dinner special offers a seafood and steak combination including foie gras, scallops and shrimp. For a limited time, the special is available for $88; customers who visit after 8 p.m. receive an additional 15% discount. The promotion cannot be combined with other discounts or coupons.
Diners can also enjoy the restaurant’s a la carte summer specials that include Miyazaki wagyu, abalone, grilled mackerel, scallops over rice, pike conger tempura and smoked salmon.
If you’re not big on noodle dishes, Tanaka Ramen also offers a variety of rice bowls such as the Beef Sukiyaki Don or Karaage Don, plus Tokyo curry bowls like the Pork Katsu with curry and pork gyoza with curry. Vegan dishes are available too.
International Market Place, 2330 Kalakaua Ave., 808-931-6105
Celebrate Mixology Month throughout August as participating restaurants including StripSteak Waikiki, Eating House 1849 by Roy Yamaguchi, Shorefyre, Herringbone, Moani Waikiki Bistro & Bar, Skybox Taphouse, and Kuhio Avenue Food Hall and Drybar offer up specialty cocktails, mocktails and appetizers.
You can also get in on the spirited competition between IMP’s bartenders to see who’s the best in the Battle of the Bartenders as they compete for the title and $2,000 in cash prizes every Wednesday at 4 p.m. on Aug. 14, 21 and 28. This tournament-style event includes music, beverage sampling and more for 21 and older. Free admission with ID.
98-1262 Kaahumanu St., Pearl City, 808-487-0054
Observe National Filet Mignon Day with an all-day Filet Mignon entrée special of two expertly grilled three-ounce Filet Mignon Medallions with a choice of a classic side for $15.99 for a limited time only, Aug. 13 through 15. The price is $10.99 for Black Angus Steakhouse reward members.
Sarah Yamanaka covers news and events for Spectrum News Hawaii. She can be reached at sarah.yamanaka@charter.com.