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Consolidated HNL/Honolulu/Waikiki/Oahu Restaurants & Bars Thread
Apr 18, 2014, 2:01 pm
#436
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How does yelp strong arm someone on an IBB?
I mean one of three things happens
1. they leave it as is
2. they delete your post
3. they change your post
or I guess a 4th
4. they would delete your account
but I can't imagine changing anything because of what they threaten me with or am I missing something
I mean one of three things happens
1. they leave it as is
2. they delete your post
3. they change your post
or I guess a 4th
4. they would delete your account
but I can't imagine changing anything because of what they threaten me with or am I missing something
Apr 18, 2014, 7:51 pm
#437
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Maybe: 5. Shuffle the order of the reviews and not by date. Was surprised to note reviews are not posted by date. On some accounts I noticed that the good reviews didn't start until well down the list. I didn't realize it wasn't in chronological order so can't say this is standard. However it is so with Top of Waikiki. Based on this I would suggest Top of Waikiki to LA_FadeAway for the fifty buck range.
Apr 19, 2014, 10:01 pm
#438
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How does yelp strong arm someone on an IBB?
I mean one of three things happens
1. they leave it as is
2. they delete your post
3. they change your post
or I guess a 4th
4. they would delete your account
but I can't imagine changing anything because of what they threaten me with or am I missing something
I mean one of three things happens
1. they leave it as is
2. they delete your post
3. they change your post
or I guess a 4th
4. they would delete your account
but I can't imagine changing anything because of what they threaten me with or am I missing something
I know several folks that have had fake reviews posted and yelp refused to removed them initially but later on told them that if they paid a fee, they will go away.
How do my friends know they were fake...? In several instances, they were never open when the incident supposedly occurred. In a bunch of others, management went back over video's and couldn't find the incidents in question. And a couple of them would have shown up on camera based on what was posted.
Apr 19, 2014, 10:05 pm
#439
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In a nut-shell.... If you have bad stuff posted on your yelp account and you want to dispute it.... they will help you out for a "fee" then will try to strong arm you into paying more fees to keep the site cleaned up.... and to advertise....and to make sure your place pops up over competition.
I know several folks that have had fake reviews posted and yelp refused to removed them initially but later on told them that if they paid a fee, they will go away.
How do my friends know they were fake...? In several instances, they were never open when the incident supposedly occurred. In a bunch of others, management went back over video's and couldn't find the incidents in question. And a couple of them would have shown up on camera based on what was posted.
I know several folks that have had fake reviews posted and yelp refused to removed them initially but later on told them that if they paid a fee, they will go away.
How do my friends know they were fake...? In several instances, they were never open when the incident supposedly occurred. In a bunch of others, management went back over video's and couldn't find the incidents in question. And a couple of them would have shown up on camera based on what was posted.
Apr 19, 2014, 10:08 pm
#440
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Steak Shack - for those interested
menu as of April 17 2014
the basic steak shack plate
the basic steak shack plate
Nov 14, 2014, 6:16 pm
#441
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I'm flying Hawaiian from the mainland and then connecting at HNL. Other than my AMEX Plat card and the Priority Pass card they issued me, I have Star Alliance gold status through Turkish -- I don't think that card will help me in this situation.
If we get hungry, are there any affordable quick and tasty eats in the HNL airport these days? It doesn't sound like there's any food at the IASS lounge.
Nov 14, 2014, 6:16 pm
#442
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I'm flying Hawaiian from the mainland and then connecting at HNL. Other than my AMEX Plat card and the Priority Pass card they issued me, I have Star Alliance gold status through Turkish -- I don't think that card will help me in this situation.
If we get hungry, are there any affordable quick and tasty eats in the HNL airport these days? It doesn't sound like there's any food at the IASS lounge.
Nov 19, 2014, 12:52 pm
#443
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Is this no longer the case? When I look at the Priority Pass website, it seems like you're restricted to the IASS lounge -- which seems to have a reputation as one of the worst lounges in the world.
I'm flying Hawaiian from the mainland and then connecting at HNL. Other than my AMEX Plat card and the Priority Pass card they issued me, I have Star Alliance gold status through Turkish -- I don't think that card will help me in this situation.
If we get hungry, are there any affordable quick and tasty eats in the HNL airport these days? It doesn't sound like there's any food at the IASS lounge.
I'm flying Hawaiian from the mainland and then connecting at HNL. Other than my AMEX Plat card and the Priority Pass card they issued me, I have Star Alliance gold status through Turkish -- I don't think that card will help me in this situation.
If we get hungry, are there any affordable quick and tasty eats in the HNL airport these days? It doesn't sound like there's any food at the IASS lounge.
Nov 20, 2014, 9:12 pm
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And Burger King is quick and affordable (and whether it's tasty is a matter of opinion). There is also a Pinkberry.
Nov 20, 2014, 10:28 pm
#445
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Jim
Jan 20, 2015, 12:17 pm
#446
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Where do Locals Dine Out in Honolulu?
Where do the locals go for good sushi, Thai food, etc? We love grabbing manapua at local convenience stores and the food trucks, etc all over the island, but trying to find out where residents go for good food. Not in the tourist areas of Waikiki, I would imagine(?).
Jan 20, 2015, 1:33 pm
#447
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Breakfast, Lunch and Crab is closed.
For the last surviving 1940's resturant try the Mariana off of Sand Island Road for lunch or cocktails. Don't let the industrial district or the frontage discourage you. It's original 1940's Hawaii and not made to look like it. It is as it was on the ocean and old Hawaii.
For the last surviving 1940's resturant try the Mariana off of Sand Island Road for lunch or cocktails. Don't let the industrial district or the frontage discourage you. It's original 1940's Hawaii and not made to look like it. It is as it was on the ocean and old Hawaii.
Jan 20, 2015, 1:37 pm
#448
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Best Poke at reasonable prices would be Ahi Assasins. Located by the University of Hawaii and not open on the weekends. That's when they go fishing. Poke is made when you order!
Jan 20, 2015, 2:39 pm
#449
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Mitch's is in the airport industrial area, in a warehouse-type building. You can bring your own alcohol (if you want to drink alcohol).
Izakaya Gaku is more of a traditional sushi restaurant atmosphere.
Feb 11, 2015, 7:53 pm
#450
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Very near the Alamo car return place, limited on-street parking. I went yesterday (10 Feb) for lunch around 2:00 pm. Incredibly fresh fish of the highest quality. The special plates are minimum two, and I was alone, so I stuck to ordering the deluxe sashimi, Miso soup is served with a shrimp head in the broth, lending an delicious intensity to the broth. Warm, friendly service, too.
Highest possible recommendation!