No, the prices at The Pineapple Room were already on the higher side compared to other lunch options; both within Ala Moana Shopping Center and elsewhere.  Paying more was OK, because he quality was good.  However, both quality and quantity went down.  Only thing you can do as a consumer is vote with your wallet. Take a look at the prices at his flagship restaurant, a lot higher than comparable competition finer dining restaurants.  We believe that he rested on his past laurels and the menu was too predictable and the same.  Way too few specials.  Hey, check out Stage, MW Restaurant, 3660, various Roy's, Vino's; yeah they got popular staple entrees/appetizers, but new specials introduced and menu changes.