Kailua Restaurant: The Grove
When I visit Oahu, I don't get over to Kaneohe or Kailua much. So this time, I made it over the Pali three times, each time to eat. Go figure... I met up with my Honolulu friends, @Melissa808 and @DKMomus, for dinner at The Grove. T he restaurant has a contemporary feel, but yet is casual. We were seated close to the open kitchen. Chef Fred DeAngelo, also of OLA at Turtle Bay, sent out a few starters and see what Jay Eats: Fresh Hawaiian Waters Ahi Poke With Kahuku Sea Asparagus, Avocado, Inamona, Brazil Nuts, House Togarashi, Tobiko Aioli, Kabayaki Reduction and Chili Pepper Gelee The Sea Asparagus gave a nice texture to the poke Adobo Braised Pork Ribs with Mango Chutney Served with Sumida Watercress Also Artisan Cheese Plate Cured Meats & Variety of Cheese, Dried Fruit, House Marinated Olives, Baba Ghanoush and an Assortment of Crackers & Grilled Flatbread By this time, I had a hard time deciding what t...