Get ready, food lovers! The Pearl at Leeward Community College is back for the Fall 2025 semester with an all-new three-course tasting menu that blends contemporary cuisine with local flair—all prepared and served by Leeward’s talented culinary students.

 

Whether you’re a longtime supporter or first-time guest, this is your chance to enjoy one of Oʻahu’s hidden dining gems while supporting Hawaiʻi’s next generation of chefs.

 

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📅 Fall 2025 Dining Schedule

 

Lunch Service: September 5 – December 5

📍 Wednesday to Friday | ⏰ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Reservations are required and limited to parties of six or less.

🛑 Closed on: September 18 & 26, October 15–31, November 11, 27, and 28.

 

👉 Reserve early—seats fill up fast!

Book online via OpenTable or call for availability.

 

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🍴 September Tasting Menu

 

Available on: Sept. 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, and 19

3 Course Tasting Menu | $41 per person

 

STARTER (choice of one):

 

• Grilled Kauai Shrimp Salad “Vietnamese Style”
  Fresh herbs, mixed greens, slivered onions, pickled daikon, carrots, cucumbers, and nuoc cham vinaigrette

• Seafood Medley Egg Drop Soup

 

ENTRÉE (choice of one):

 

• Steamed Nori-Wrapped Butterfish
  Chinatown vegetables, Saikyo miso butter sauce

• Grilled Hoisin BBQ Lamb Chops
  Chinatown vegetables, potatoes au gratin

• Chinese-Style Poached Soy Sauce Chicken
  Chinatown vegetables, five-spiced soy au jus

 

DESSERT (choice of one):

 

• Honey Toast with Vanilla Custard & Brown Sugar Sweet Potato
  Japanese shokupan, whipped honey butter, caramelized sweet potatoes

• Shaved Thai Tea Ice Bowl
  Thai tea shaved ice, assorted “boba kine” toppings, condensed milk snowcap

 

BEVERAGES:

Brewed Coffee • Decaf Coffee • Pearl’s Hot Tea Selection • Unsweetened Iced Tea

 

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📣 Save the Date: Student Menu Weeks

 

Mark your calendars for something extra special!

🗓️ October 8–10 and December 3–5

These dates feature exclusive student-created menus—always a highlight of the semester! Menu details coming soon.

 

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✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to dine with a view, support student talent, and savor world-class flavors in the heart of Pearl City.

 

The Pearl – Where Culinary Dreams Take Flight.

 

Visit: www.leeward.hawaii.edu/thepearl