Honolulu Internationa Airport (HNL) gains a new brewpub and sushi restaraunt.
BETHESDA, MD (August 8, 2008) – Travelers who love handcrafted ales and are passionate about sushi have two new local favorites to enjoy at Honolulu International Airport HNL). HMSHost Corporation, a world leader in travel dining and shopping, today announced the opening of island-based Kona Brewing Company and Samurai Sushi & Bento at Honolulu International Airport’s Central Food Court.
“HMSHost has added two more exceptional brands that further distinguish and enhance our airport concession offerings for travelers visiting Honolulu,” said Brennon Morioka, Director, Hawaii Department of Transportation.
Kona Brewing Company started in the spring of 1994 as a result of a father and son’s love for the Islands and their dream of creating locally made brews with the same spirit and passion for quality that existed in the Pacific Northwest. Now, HMSHost brings this local icon to Honolulu International Airport, offering the same commitment to serving the finest handcrafted beers and tastiest food. Kona Brewery Company’s menu will feature hand-tossed gourmet pizzas, innovative pupus and salads, and desserts made with the freshest ingredients. While sipping down pints of fresh liquid aloha, a beer connoisseur’s last impression of the Islands will be an unforgettable one.
With the opening of Samurai Sushi & Bento, travelers at Honolulu International Airport will have the opportunity to enjoy the fresh quality and fashionable food that is sushi. The design of Samurai Sushi & Bento is dedicated to the Japanese belief in balancing natural elements with bold colors to create a vibrant atmosphere. The menu includes a great selection of high quality nigiri sushi and maki sushi, featured in traditional bento boxes, which is a perfect feature for the passenger on the go. With its innovative communal concept and attention to quality and freshness, Samurai Sushi & Bento is sure to please a wide range of travelers passing through Honolulu International Airport.
“We are proud to bring these exceptional local favorites to Honolulu International Airport (HNL). They represent two of the island’s best food and beverage brands and will certainly make the traveler’s day better,” said Anthony Alessi, HMSHost Vice President for Business Development.
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For a full list of all shops and their locations at Honolulu International Aiport, see this page on the airport's web site: http://www.honoluluairport.com/snacks.html. -Gus
