Pint + Jigger at the Ala Moana Hotel

I finally got the chance to check out the new Pint + Jigger located in the lobby of the newly renovated Ala Moana hotel.  Pint + Jigger is a local favorite offering craft beer and craft cocktails and well known for their extensive whiskey collection as well as their famous Scotch Egg.  Pint + Jigger is also home to Harry’s Hardware Emporium, a 1920’s themed speakeasy.

My friends and I came for an early Sunday dinner and had a great time.  Service was attentive and the drinks and food were delicious.  Pint + Jigger is a casual restaurant and great for large and small groups alike.  

The Hulk BLT

Fried green tomatoes, bacon, lettuce, and remoulade on sourdough bread w/fries. 

The PINT + JIGGER Stout Burger

Served with beer cheese, garlic aioli, lettuce, pickle, and french fries

“Scotch Egg”*

Soft-boiled egg wrapped in pork rillettes, breaded

and deep fried

Blackened Fish Sliders

Blackened fish, topped with a spicy avocado cilantro slaw, and a pickle chip

Large dining area

Entrance to hidden speakeasy

Pint + Jigger, Ala Moana Hotel lobby

808-744-9593

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The Cafe at DaDa

 

Chef Cyrus Goo, who is most known for owning and operating Cafe Laufer in Kaimuki for over 22 years, has opened a new restaurant in the Ala Moana Hotel called The Cafe at Dada.  The restaurant shares space with Salon Dada, which is located on the third floor of the hotel (next to the pool). Fans of Cafe Laufer, which closed in 2018, can once again enjoy some of their favorite dishes and desserts from the former restaurant.  

We decided to check out the new restaurant on a Saturday afternoon for lunch. We shared the Hot Pastrami Sandwich, which came with a nice serving of salad on the side.

We were also treated to a small cup of the soup of the day.

And if you're wondering why open a cafe at a Salon, it's actually makes a lot of sense. We observed a lot of salon patrons buying things from the restaurant, and there were actually two salon clients who were dining in during their hair treatments (it's quite noticeable when they have their hair wrapped in foil and their smocks on)! 

The Cafe is currently open 7 days a week. Check out the complete menu here. 

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The Cafe at Dada
410 Atkinson Drive, Level 3 (Ala Moana Hotel)

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Ala Moana Hotel Celebrates 45th Anniversary wirth $45 Rate for People Born in 1970

During the month of August, people born in 1970 can stay at the Ala Moana Hotel at the unbelievable rate of just $45 per night, as part of a special offer in celebration of its 45 years.

 

The Ala Moana Hotel has been a favored hotel since it opened its doors in 1970. Located in the heart of Honolulu, Ala Moana Hotel was the tallest building in Hawaii until 1990. Today, the hotel is a preferred place to stay for shoppers, business travelers, groups and many others because of the convenience of its location next to shopping, downtown Honolulu, ease of access and especially its friendly hospitality.

"We're thrilled to celebrate 45 years and this fun promotion is our way of bringing attention to this significant milestone," said Marty Milan, director of sales and marketing for Ala Moana Hotel. "We encourage Gen Xers to take advantage of this special room rate and hope that they'll enjoy memorable experiences at the Ala Moana Hotel."

Guests who book this special birthday deal will enjoy an ocean view room in the Waikiki Tower for up to seven nights maximum, in August 2015. Any guest with a birthday in the 1970 calendar year is qualified for the $45 per night room rate. Once booked, the discounted rate will be applied at check-in when a valid form of identification is presented. Local guests that are not born in 1970 can still join the celebration - an extra special kamaaina rate is available starting at $149 in the Kona Tower from August through October 2015.

Reservations for the $45 Anniversary Special are available only by calling (808) 944-4341, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Hawaiian Standard Time. For all other reservations go to alamoanahotel.com.

With quality accommodations, first-rate amenities and affordable room rates, Ala Moana Hotel is renowned for being one of the best values on Oahu. Guests can enjoy the Hawaiian sunshine on the large sundeck, and then cool down in the refreshing pool. The hotel's fitness center is upgraded with new workout machines, sauna and steam bath and in-house eateries include Plantation Café for breakfast, Royal Garden for first-class Chinese food, and The Signature Prime Steak & Seafood - featuring exceptional dining with panoramic views of the Waikiki skyline, the Pacific Ocean and west toward Pearl Harbor. For those who like to dance the night away, nightlife begins and ends at Rumours - the hottest nightclub in town, open every Friday and Saturday night.

 

For the latest news and updates, follow Ala Moana Hotel on Twitter at: @AlaMoanaHotel,
Facebook at: www.facebook.com/AlaMoanaHotel and Instagram at: @AlaMoanaHotel.

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Ala Moana Hotel's Queen for a Day Instagram Contest

You still have time to enter!

Visit our Instagram post at https://instagram.com/p/2JcHXPBsAT/ for full details on how you could be crowned queen for a day by Ala Moana Hotel!

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YuZu

We recently had a girls night out dinner at YuZu.

Here are some of the drinks that some of the girls ordered:

YuZu Mojito

Sorry - can't remember what this is.

Akawain Zen-gria

Here is the food:

Lotus Root Pizza

Temari Sampler

I believe this was a sushi dish that was on the specials menu

Mango Quinoa Salad (also on specials menu)

Organic Yukon Frites

Shoyu Ginger Soy Karaage

Temari 5-0

Yuzu Pepper and Teriyaki Yakitori

Choco Banana Crepe (Bananas & Nutella)

Another Crepe - I think it had Strawberries and Chocolate

I tried a few of the dishes (not the sushi ones since I don't eat seafood), and my favorites were the Fries and the Teriyaki Chicken Yakitori.  The Salad was pretty good as well.  The Lotus Root Pizza (one of the most popular items at YuZu) and Soy Karaage were okay.

Despite sharing so many dishes (5 of us shared 6 dishes), we felt like we could've ordered and eaten a lot more.

Overall, the food was pretty good and our server was great (he was very helpful and very funny).

It was a fun night out with the girls!

YuZu: 410 Atkinson Dr; Honolulu, HI 96814; (808) 943-1155

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