Bright neon signs glow and buzz above the entrance to this casual, budget-friendly restaurant. Located just west of downtown Honolulu in the Iwilei industrial district, Sam Choy’s is home to the Big Aloha Brewery, which handcrafts a variety of beers on-site, a favorite being the intensely hoppy James Cook IPA. Bring a big appetite to Sam Choy’s—large portions are the standard here. Popular entrées include the Cajun-seared ahi, served with Ehu Ale dipping sauce, and Sam’s Bowl of Shellfish, a hunger quashing mix of steamed clams, mussels, shrimp, scallops, and crab legs in a white wine broth.

Sam Choy's Breakfast, Lunch & Crab Information:

• American menu. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Bar. Children's menu. Casual attire.