Roy's New Sunset Pau Hana

Roy Yamaguchi is synonymous with Hawaiian Regional Cuisine in the islands. As one of the founders and innovators of the HRC movement, he has continued to evolve, grow and share his passion for food, excellent service and hospitality with people from across the globe. He, and his team, continue to remain innovative and influential when it comes to approachable fine cuisine... And now Roy delicately hands the torch to two Executive Chefs who came up with a menu for prix fixe specials underway at two locations. 

As of May 1 (Roy's Waikiki) and July 1 (Roy's Hawaii Kai) launches a new Pau Hana dinner special for those early bird diners. The 3-course dinner (5pm-6pm in Waikiki and 5pm-7pm in Hawaii Kai) includes appetizer/salad, surf & turf entree and one of their signature desserts. The price for this  menu is between $45 and $46. 

Here's a look at the menu in Hawaii Kai (Roy's original restaurant) created by Executive Chef Lyndsey Simone.:
1. Furikake Big Eye Ahi Tataki over Waimanalo Greens served with a Sesame Soy Vinaigrette. Generous portion and fresh ahi, the dressing was flavorful but also heavy on garlic and onion essence somehow. 
2. Flame Grilled Petite Filet Mignon & Garlic Scampi Kauai Prawns served with Sake Peppercorn sauce. The filet and prawns are perfectly cooked. Large in portion, enough to take a small doggie bag and the sauce had a robust pepper flavor. 
3. Pineapple Upside Down w/ Lappert's Vanilla Ice Cream = AMAZING

The menu in Waikiki as created by Executive Chef Jason Ichiki: 
1. Poke Trio: Big-Eye Ahi Negi, Organic King Salmon-Fuki-Bubu, Kamuela Cucumber-Ko Chu Jang. The salmon poke was the overwhelming star of the three and all were a great refreshing way to kick-off the dinner. 
​2. Petite 4oz Filet Mignon & Garlic Buttered Jump Shrimp with mac & cheese spaetzle. Rich and somewhat decadent this was a great combination of surf with turf and extremely filling.
3. Chocolate Souffle served with raspberry coulis and Lappert's Vanilla Bean Ice Cream - this signature dessert is OUTSTANDING! 

The portion size is large and you leave feeling quite full. This is a great way to sample some of Roy's classics and staple dishes along with some new items; the price point is very good considering the quality and quantity being served. 

Happy eating everyone!