Ramen 7 麺屋セブン (Hachiren # 2!)
CONTRIBUTED BY CAPTAIN IAN Have any of you been to the ramen shop called Hachiren on 58, just north of Highway 12 on the left hand side, next door to a scuba shop and a local food market? The one...
View ArticleKastahamandap: Nepalese Spice Kitchen
Editor’s Note: Kastahamandap Nepal Spice Kitchen was originally reviewed on Okinawa Hai on April 29, 2009; you can read a PDF copy of that original review HERE. The post below is an updated take on...
View ArticleNewport Sushi
Editor’s Note: Newport Sushi was originally reviewed on Okinawa Hai on March 23, 2001; you can read a PDF copy of that original review HERE. The post below is an updated take on this attraction,...
View ArticleBreeze Cafe Sea Glass
CONTRIBUTED BY BRANDI JAKUBOWICZ When you think of a ball park, donuts may not be the first thing that come to mind. However, if you find yourself walking on the seawall and want a little treat you...
View ArticleVery Berry Cafe
CONTRIBUTED BY NAOMI K. Almost hidden behind a building facing the street, this cute burger place might be easy to miss, but the several welcoming “open” signs beckon you in. With a large grass lot,...
View ArticleGold Leafed Ice Cream Shop
CONTRIBUTED BY SARAH BANCROFT Whenever I have friends or family visiting Okinawa, I always make sure to take them to do some shopping on Kokusai Street in Naha. It is a fun experience and this time was...
View ArticleKOI Cafe
CONTRIBUTED BY SARAH BANCROFT Last time I was down on Kokusai Street was in the beginning of August 2016 with a friend, and as anyone who has lived on Okinawa for some time knows, it was hot. A cool...
View ArticleBones BBQ
CONTRIBUTED BY NAOMI K. When I saw this delicious BBQ featured at the Okinawa Food flea in downtown Naha, I had to check out the restaurant. It’s a bit hidden from the 73 which connects Ishikawa to...
View ArticleRestaurant Budonoki
CONTRIBUTED BY NAOMI K. A local Okinawan took me to this special spot. It is attached to a special group home formed in 1978 for adults with disabilities. To help raise money and give people jobs, they...
View ArticleWarren and JJ’s Place
CONTRIBUTED BY JENNIFER GILES Warren and JJ’s Place is a fantastic Cajun restaurant… the best on Okinawa. You will not find a restaurant with more personality or a better story… just ask Warren when...
View ArticleCoffee Casa
Editor’s Note: Coffee Casa was originally reviewed on Okinawa Hai on April 16, 2008; you can read a PDF copy of that original review HERE. The post below is an updated take on this attraction,...
View ArticleA-Danny Indian Restaurant
Editor’s Note: A Danny was originally reviewed on Okinawa Hai on December 14, 2011; you can read a PDF copy of that original review HERE. The post below is an updated take on this attraction, published...
View ArticlePizzeria da Enzo
CONTRIBUTED BY ANDREA WOOD I found a taste of Italy in Okinawa Japan! Ok, I’ve never been to Italy, but my husband lived in Rome for two years and he says it’s the closest tasting pizza to Italy that...
View ArticleRegalia Okinawa
CONTRIBUTED BY Andrea Wood My husband and I love our date nights and most of all love when we can walk to our destination without having to worry about a daiko or a taxi. It’s even better when I can...
View ArticlePanchori-na
CONTRIBUTED BY THERESA BUYCO I take bread pretty seriously. French bread, sourdough, ciabatta, croissants — you name it; I love them all. My eyes almost roll back into my head every time I break apart...
View ArticleFront man’s Cafe
CONTRIBUTED BY Julia O. photo contributed by editor I recently had the pleasure of walking around my neighborhood on a beautiful January day and stumbled upon this café. It is now one of my favorites!...
View ArticleBB Coffee
CONTRIBUTED BY: semibalancedmama.blogspot.com The Awase area is a little known gem that is just minutes from both Kadena and Camp Foster. It is jam packed with little eateries, restaurants, the Awase...
View ArticleBollywood Jewel
CONTRIBUTED BY: Maria Johns Many of you may be familiar with Bollywood Dreams, but did you know they recently opened a sister restaurant, Bollywood Jewel? Bollywood Jewel offers a gourmet spin with a...
View ArticleChocolate Jesus Coffee
Contributed By: Charity L. When my husband and I have a morning off together, we like to get out and see what new café we can find for the day. Today, we found this great coffee shop down near the...
View ArticleKozy’s Pizza
Contributed by Semibalancedmama.blogspot.com Since moving to Okinawa we have really enjoyed finding new restaurants, especially those that are kid friendly. We recently came across Kozy’s Pizza...
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