Honolulu, Hawaii

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*** RESTAURANTS (NON-SUSHI)***

•  Salt (3605 Waialae Ave, dinner only, happy hour) "Very inventive" rave admirers of tapas-style dishes packed with unique flavors along with sausages, house-cured meats and cheeseboards and handcrafted Prohibition-era cocktails; grab a counter seat in the industrial-like setting, kitted out with track lighting, metal beams and wood accents and black and white photos or steal away to the upstairs loft for a nibble.
• Lucky Belly (no reservations; 50 North Hotel Street- chinatown) entrees $8-$14; draws a stylish crowd with its sleek, earthy-industrial interior w/ rough plank wood walls, exposed ductwork & and its delicious ramen with smoky pork belly and a rich, gingery broth
•  Hasr Bistro (31 North Pauahi Street - chinatown) entrees $15-$40; next door to the wine shop of the same name, serves French- and Italian-inspired dishes like Kona lobster cioppino; buy a bottle in the shop and have it with your meal
• Duke’s (2335 Kalakaua Avenue) the famous Duke's restaurant & beach bar
• Town (3435 Waialae Avenue; closed Sun) Lively & non-fancy New American–Italian locavore heaven with innovative use of local ingredients, industrial digs' hip, young yet welcoming vibe, with its reasonably priced taste of urban chic.

 *** RESTAURANTS (SUSHI)***

• Sushi Izakaya Gaku (1329 S King St, dinner only, closed Sun) crazy good reviews on Yelp & Chowhound & Tripadvisor; hole-in-wall, best sushi, fresh; This Manoa izakaya-style spot is a favorite among Japanese food enthusiasts, serving dishes straight out of a Tokyo bistro; offering everything from the freshest, most highly prized raw fish to more standard small dishes and omakase, a meal here is pricey, but it's worth it for connoisseurs seeking an overall authentic experience
•  Doraku Sushi (2233 Kalakaua Ave., 7 days lunch & dinner) - This Miami import's unique takes on classic choices will rock your world agree avid sushi lovers; low-lit chill atmosphere; find a perch at this posh location on the third floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center overlooking the main strip of Honolulu
• Mitch’s Sushi (524 Ohohia Street Honolulu, 7 days lunch & dinner) "In-freakin'-credible!" cheer fin fans who dive into the outstanding chirashi plates and large portions of the freshest fish at this Japanese seafooder, a reservations-only BYO set in a nondescript warehouse near the airport car rentals; it's not the prettiest locale, but the master sushi chefs ensure that every piece is a balanced work of edible art
•  Imanas Tei (2626 S King St, dinner only, closed Sun) Incredible reviews on Yelp & Tripadivsor; seek out this smallish University-area Japanese spot for the most authentic specialties and the freshest fish, including excellent sushi and delicious shabu-shabu – the flavors seem traditional, but the twists keep you coming back
• Yanagi Sushi (762 Kapiolani Blvd, 7 days lunch & dinner) local favorite with a lively atmosphere and photos of celebs is the real deal; big portions bring crowds, even into the late hours so reserve ahead
•  Yohei Sushi (1111 Dillingham Blvd., 7 days lunch & dinner) authentic Japanese, meticulously presented sushi sure to transport you to Tokyo; not cheap and the hole-in-the-wall digs can seem overcrowded, but given the unbelievable offerings, it remains popular nonetheless.

 *** NIGHTLIFE *** 

Chinatown = hipster area

• Thirtyninehotel (39 N. Hotel St.) not a hotel; Up the stairs of a dilapidated building, through a white washed club room inside, end at the sunny and lovely rooftop terrace, where insider-y nightlife folk begin their night out
•  The Manifest (32 North Hotel Street) chic coffee bar by day and sleek cocktail bar by night, the glass-ceilinged, exposed-brick loft space is flooded with natural light. 

  *** THINGS TO DO *** 

• Hike Diamondhead
• NYT recommends breakfast before if on Sat @ Farmer’s Market:  7:30 - 11 AM, Kapiolani Community College, 4303 Diamond Head Rd (Parking Lot C) 
• Manoa falls - Easy 1,200m hike with shoulder-height vegetation akin to Jurassic Park (scenes from the third movie were filmed here). - http://hawaiitrails.ehawaii.gov/trail.php?TrailID=OA+19+007
• Waimea Falls – cool, easy hike
• " Booze cruise" - best options are:
•   Maita'i Catamaran
• Na Hoku II Catamaran Cruises
• Waikiki Rigger
• North Shore - rent a jeep and head on out!  Dining while you're there:
• Lei Lei’s @ Turtle Bay Resort- Surfers go for a nice dinner; beautiful views; has just what you need, from breakfast to drinks after a round on the green to a pleasant dinner; the casual atmosphere is so welcoming; while the fare is a minor miracle and much better than it needs to be for a golf clubhouse cafe
• Jameson’s - A Haleiwa tradition, this surf 'n' turf standby hasn't lost its charm, with a beautiful open-air location facing the water and postcard views; a romantic mood enhanced by hurricane lamps, overhead fans and a symphony of island flavors
• Stortos – for sandwiches
• Ted’s - amazing bakery w/ yummy breakfast (also great shrimp plate & Haupia pie)

  *** YOGA ***  

Based on strong, Vinyasa Flow classes

• Waikiki Hot Yoga - legit, nice & clean. 108 degree sauna! $25/class 
• Miramar at Waikiki Hotel - 2345 Kuhio Ave
• Daily 9:30, 11:30, 4:30, 6:30
• Power Yoga Hawaii - Bryan Kest style, good music
• 510 Piikoi 
• Th 5:15 / Fri 9:30, 12, 4:30 / Sat 9:30, 5 / Sun 9:30 / Mon 9:30, 12
• Sunset Yoga Hawaii - *ON BEACH AT SUNSET* $15; must RSVP: www.sunsetyogahawaii.com
• Ala Moana Beach 
• Thurs, Sun 5:45pm
• SUP Yoga w/ Salt Fitness - Email to sign up: http://www.saltfitness.com/class-schedule/
• Fri 5-6:15 (sunset), Sat 10-11:15am & 5-6:15, Sun 10-11:15 & 5-6:15