New to ‘Alohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach is La Bettola Waikīkī, a restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine and an upscale dining experience. And while they’re eating, the resort’s massive two-story aquarium treats diners to mesmerizing views of Hawai‘i sea life.

It’s the latest project from restaurateur Hide Sakurai, and the first La Bettola to open outside of Japan. It had its soft opening at ʻAlohilani Resort on June 14. Award-winning chef Tsutomu Ochiai, known in Japan for his innovation as creator of the buttery uni pasta, is the brain behind the restaurant’s cuisine.