Conch:
I didn't finish my thoughts about where to eat near the Aulani. The Ko'Olina
http://koolina.com/experiences/dining/ has more than several eateries to try that are several restaurants that are anywhere from excellent to not so good. Roy's has an excellent restaurant a reasonable walk from the Aulani. If you haven't eaten at Roy's, the atmosphere and food are wonderful, and something you should enjoy at least once. I have ordered the sesame seed encrusted, seared Ahi tuna, which is incredible.
For something quick, when you don't have much time try the ABC Market across the main boulevard. ABC has several local items such as Spam Musabis, a Hawaiian adaptation of a Japanese rice and fish dish. I was skeptical at first, but they are very enjoyable. ABC also has Mohicko Chicken, and Korean Chicken, again both enjoyable. The Ko'Olina Hawaiian Barbecue isn't bad either, specializing in "plate" type meals. There food is very tasty, and served with a great deal of rice. The only place I really didn't care for was Just Tacos. Living outside of Los Angeles, I've become quite picky about quality Mexican food, and Just Tacos isn't it.
As your from the North East, there is an excellent Italian restaurant to give your vacation a change of pace. Assagio is in Kapolei, not far from the Aulani off on H-1, exit 1B.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_ ... awaii.html Of course, you may be spoiled on Italian!