I know everyone raves about the tuna carpaccio, we tried that but was more impressed with the spicy tuna sashimi app! Our server recommended an off menu maki called the paradise roll and also the hiro roll, both very tasty! read more

Great service and great food. Would come back here anytime for a change of pace from the typical beach food

The food was okay, the gyoza was premade/most likely frozen. The teriyaki salmon was tender and cooked very well, however the vegetables and fried rice that come with the entree is very under seasoned and doesn't have any flavor at all. The ginger dressing for the salad was good, and the miso soup was good. I did like how much variety comes with the teriyaki dishes. I have ordered the Negi Hama Roll and the yellowtail did not taste the freshest, mediocre at best. The Hilton Head Roll was good but nothing too special. The mango mochi ice cream was definitely just store-bought, and I wouldn't recommend paying two small ice cream mochi for $5. I find that the prices are a bit expensive, however the ambiance and presentation is great. Good for a date night, however when it is busy, it is extreme loud. The service was awesome, our server was attentive and checked up on us multiple times even though it seemed fully booked and busy. If you request sitting in the pit/near the samurai outfit, do not wear a skirt/wear a long skirt, it was difficult entering the seating. read more

Hinoki - samurai outfit infront of the pit - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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This an UPDATE to my last visit in August 9th. I was very upset with the $3.50 refill on sodas and NOW I see on the menu you printed free refills. Great Job. You are listening and now you have won us back. I was here Oct 30th 2025 again. The food is always great my daughter loves this place. This time we loved the sushi board idea. All sushi came out on one board and made it so easy to share..Keep thinking of customer satisfaction and you will only get better.. Thanks for listening read more

Great sushi. Gets busy so I recommend reservations. Has a bunch of rolls, seaweed salad and edamame. Finished it off with mochi ice cream. All delicious and not too bad a price. 5 rolls, apps and dessert for $100. read more

My husband and I had dinner with a friend who raved about this place. Have to say, our selection of rolls and sushi were delicious. Quality, fresh sushi and enjoyed the variety of rolls on their menu. Shared some gyoza and the crème brûlée. Both were very good. See was great as well. Will definitely be back with our next visit to the island. read more

Hinoki - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

The fish quality was subpar, the prices weren't too bad, especially if you got the combo sushi platter but other than that, I wouldn't say this was my favorite sushi ever. I do think that the service was really great and the ambience inside is really nice, but don't expect high-quality fish when coming here read more

Been coming here for over a decade and still one of my fave places I've ever been and continue to come as an ex local. Tuna Carpaccio is a MUST read more

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We ordered Sushi to go, but you can also eat there. We called in the order and it was ready right when they said it would be. I walked around to check out the place and saw where the Master makes the Sushi! Check out the picture of him! We got several different rolls as you can see. All had great flavor and looked great. Cheers! read more

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What a gem! There was no wait, and the entrance is absolutely gorgeous! It's a long bamboo walkway with soft lights that sets the mood right away. The decor inside is just as impressive, with a calm, modern vibe. The service was excellent and everyone was so kind and attentive. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. My chicken and salmon teriyaki came in a bento-style box that made the whole meal feel extra special. They even made our daughter a custom cucumber-wrapped sushi roll, which was such a thoughtful touch. All the sushi dishes were excellent. Amazing ambiance, great service, and unforgettable food. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Honestly not having the best experience. We were told a 15-20 minute wait and after about 30 we checked in- and they completely skipped us and put us in a section that was forgotten about (not just us but 3 other tables as well). It took a host to come over and see if our server has even been by. We've been here for an hour and a half, and after 45 minutes we still are just sitting with an empty appetizer plate- no food or drink refills in sight. Heard great things and the server is nice when she remembers we exist. You would think being a Friday night they'd have a full staff. I really hope the sushi is worth it *update: sushi was great just disappointed with the service. read more

Hinoki - Hiro roll and salmon avocado roll - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Tried it for the first time because a local highly recommended--so glad we went! Great service and GREAT food with reasonable pricing. Chef made items for us not featured on the menu, which was greatly appreciated! We'll be back! read more

It was actually a little hard to find this place. however, we saw the red awning and cool bamboo lined pathway with Japanese like light fixtures and knees we found it. The place is quaint, but old and needs a good cleaning. they need to lift up the glass on the tables and clean under them. Service was thoughtful. Food was reasonably priced, but was only ok. we got the bento boxes and Katsudon. The sushi was great tho. glad we tried it read more

If you want an authentic experience, this is it. Friendly environment. Water never got low. Food came out fast. Sushi bar was fun and cool (was a new experience for me which I enjoyed) read more

We have liked dinner very much in the past, we decided to try take out for dinner. Ordering on their website was easy & advised when to pick up. Be careful as parking can be a problem--none for just pick up. Prices were more than fair. The food is the hit! We had spring rolls to start. Finished off with chicken & fried rice & chicken & shrimp combination. Both very good. One problem, when you get it home, it's NOT hot. It is a must to reheat in your oven to get the real taste treat you want. Food comes in plastic so you need to put it on a plate/tray to reheat. It is worth it. read more

our server was amazing and very knowledgeable about the gluten free options even including the sauces! we got the spring rolls and they were clearly not made in house as the food runner admitted she didn't know what was in them and they tasted like they came out of the freezer. for being labeled a sushi bar, there were limited sushi items on the menu besides basic rolls and nigiri. the ambience was very cute however! and the lychee martini sucked read more

From 2019: Sitting at the Sushi Bar - it is nice to interact with the chefs, but the server was very very pushy and was in a rush. I'll deal with that the next time as the food was worth the trip. We go back often and sit at the bar and I have to ignore the waiters. The food is as good of Sushi as you will find in the HHI area and the decor/setting is fine. Just don't expect Big City Sushi. This is the land of deep-fried local seafood (HHI) and the locals are not able to be too demanding. As good as there is in area. read more

Sashimi was very average and was more like grocery store quality. For those who love sashimi it will be a disappointing experience. Service was fine and the ambiance is good read more

The food was displayed wonderfully. It really made you want to eat it as soon as possible. Overall the sushi was good, the fish was fresh, the rice was soft yet firm, and the wasabi that is way paired with was excellent. The only issue with it was that the seaweed lacked the texture it usually needs to complete sushi. The noodles in the dishes were all nice and some of the broths were a bit rich but still delicious. The service was pretty good, the employees were very kind and liked to make your experience great. An employee cracked a joke and it gave us a good laugh. The owner was also very kind and had a very pleasant appeal. The interior was absolutely incredible and it really made you think of Japan. The decor absolutely something to marvel. Overall it was a good experience with only a few things that were a bit prominent and it is definitely worth a try read more

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Nicely hidden away, this is a local spot that been around for 20+ years. The service was good and the sushi was decent, they forgot the spicy sauce so our spicy tuna roll was just a tuna roll. The soup base for the miso soup, hot Japanese noodle and the Tonkatsu was too salty. If it was not this would be a pretty good meal. Their tempura was pretty good, willing to give it another try next time. read more

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Sushi was amazing, service was excellent. Some of the freshest fish we have had. Menu has options for those who don't love sushi as well.

We really loved this place. My boyfriend and I came in for dinner, hoping to sit in the sunken tables but unfortunately the couple before us got the last available one. The specials that day sounded delicious, both for the appetizer and the entrees. We ordered a lot of the specials and really enjoyed them! Unfortunately it was a few months ago, I don't remember what they were. But the food was really good! The atmosphere is calm but a little rigid, but the restaurant pulled it off well and it felt fitting. Overall really good experience, I'm excited to go back! read more

Debbie T was an amazing server. All the staff was great! Very friendly and the food was amazing. I highly recommend! read more

Hinoki - Chicken and shrimp dish. - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

If I could give this place more than five stars, I would. This hidden gem is one of our favorite stops on the island. The food never disappoints. This is the sushi I crave. It is smaller bites that focus on the flavor of the fish. If you're hoping for massive rolls for a good price - this is not the place for you. If you want more authentic and good quality that you pay a little more for - bingo. I've never been to Japan but the ambience and food in total make me think this is as close as I'll get. Our service was and has been amazing. I will forever be a patron when we come to visit! read more

My husband and I came for dinner last night without a reservation. At first, the hostess mentioned it could be a 1 hour to 45 min wait but luckily we only waited about 30 minutes. The restaurant is nice and clean with a good amount of tables. From what I could see, the tables were spaced apart so if you're weary about dining in, they've done a good job of distancing customers. We ordered the mussels as an appetizer, I ordered the Ichi Roll and Rainbow Roll, and my husband ordered one of their sashimi plates. Our mussels took a while to arrive, close to 30-40 mins after we ordered. Which is why I docked a star. Otherwise, the food was really great! Staff was extremely friendly and our waters were always refilled. Overall, we enjoyed our visit! read more

Hinoki - Mussels - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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Go-to for sushi and ambiance I have been no less than 2 dozen times in the past year here for dinner and bring many of my friends and family as we love the dinosaur egg Wonderful service (my water was never empty for more than 15 seconds) Go to favorites have been the seaweed salad, B-52 Roll, and the Eel roll Tuna Paradise is a great recent special as well read more

Hinoki exceeded our expectations. Great food. Fantastic service. Phenomenal atmosphere. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. We were visiting Hilton Head from Charlotte, NC where we have plenty of sushi options, but Hinoki topped them all. As soon as we walked in, we were transported to a whole new world. The decor and lighting made the atmosphere feel very authentic. Between tatami style tables and samurai armor on display, every detail brought the restaurant to life. We ate a little bit of everything but the sushi was definitely the star of the show. Super fresh fish, delicate cuts and beautiful presentation. We will definitely be back. read more

Hinoki - A la carte sushi platter. - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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I was looking forward to some late night sushi. I was so disappointed look at the picture. Unfortunately the sushi tasted like it looked horrible. read more

Hinoki - Look at the picture. It tasted as bad as it looked. - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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I got the luncheon Bento Box. Best bento box I've ever had! Everything was delicious including the sushi, teriyaki chicken and fish, miso soup and ginger salad! A ton of food and prices start at $15 ($18 for the HH Roll). Highly recommend this place. read more

Hinoki - Eating Bento Box in dining room. - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Very good food so if that's all you care about, go here!!! Also, quick to get a reservation, which was nice! The atmosphere was very loud. It could have been the groups around, but honestly, the way the seating is setup, I think any group in there would have made it loud. Also, service was not very attentive. We got our salads with our meal, whereas others around us got their salad first, then entree a bit later. Makes me think that the service we received was server related, not necessarily restaurant. read more

Comfort food on a rainy evening is what I was seeking and found it here. Follow the awning covered walkway to the front door of this gem. It is off the beaten path but that's what makes it special. Stepped inside and was quickly greeted and seated by the sushi bar which allowed me to preview the sushi going out and interact with the chef. Steamed dumplings came out warm and satisfied my craving for comfort food and allowed me plenty of time to go through the menu. Settled on one basic roll and one different to me roll. The shrimp tempura roll was as expected. Delicious and fresh. I could have used another order of the tempura roll. The spicy tuna box was incredible. Square sushi hence the word box. Gosh was fresh and plentiful. Sandwiched between rice and masago. Portion was more than enough and the spice was just enough. The menu is definitely tailored to the seasonal visitors who want to try sushi. A bit more adventurous or a seasoned sushi lover should ask for the specials which are written on the white board by the sushi bar. Service was friendly without being too much. You can tell a lot of the locals come here for consistent food and service. read more

This was by for one of the Best Sushi spots Iv eaten at. The Tuna and Salmon Nigiri was so fresh and had an absolutely amazing taste. The Sushi Chef's did a great job and were very nice. The atmosphere was very nice other than it was a tight seating area by the sushi bar. But everything else was very nice! read more

We ordered the shrimp and vegetable tempura, potstickers and sushi/ sashimi dinner for takeout. Everything was delicious and very fresh! read more

Hinoki - Potstickers - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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Wonderful sushi meal as per of our Christmas trip to Hilton Head. High quality fish, rolls, and appetizers. Great service as well. Would recommend making reservations- walked in as the doors opened for dinner service and the restaurant completely filled up within about a half hour. read more

The standard for great sushi on HHI. Fun to watch the chefs at work. Everyone else is in second place.

I will start with the good things. We ordered the shitake tempura and the isobe tuna (raw tuna wrapped in seaweed and lightly battered). Not bad. The Isobe sauce was light and the tuna tasted fairly fresh. Now for the bad part. The rest of the meal was really disappointing. We ordered two other sushi rolls but they were sadly COVERED in mayo and other sauce. Covered so much I couldn't taste the fish, which makes me suspicious of the freshness. Also, we ordered one of the teriyaki boxes. Vegetables overcooked to mush, and rice was not short grain sushi rice. I don't recommend this place. The next night I went to CharBar, which had fabulous rolls, nicely balanced. read more

This place is an easy 5 stars. While being a new comer in a very intimidating town, Hinoki made me feel very welcome. After my first night, I was on a first name basis with the bartender. The atmosphere and ambiance is exquisite. I have always ignored my dietary challenges because I fear it stopped me from eating the best foods. The chef overheard that I had a gluten intolerance and sent me something gluten free on the house and it did not disappoint. *make sure you express your dietary challenges because you might miss out on amazing food you didn't even know existed! If you ever get the pleasure to meet George, you are lucky indeed! Everything on the menu is absolutely delicious. What made matters even better is knowing that the chef's son also does a magnificent job with the food. Although they are actually family, they make YOU feel like family. They give the best drink and food recommendations and even down to the fellow customers... they've advised me to get some of the best food! (Which I continued to get each time I went) adding something new each time. You will leave with a full tummy and smile on your face if you visit Hinoki, this I guarantee. They only let me give 5 stars, but I would have given more if I could. After moving away from Hilton Head, Hinoki is one of the things I miss most! I haven't dared step foot in another place that serves sushi since, because I don't think they could ever do Hinoki justice. I wish I could provide you with a picture to express what I feel, but that food was far too good and long gone before I could ever take a picture. You'd be crazy if you didn't dine here! read more

OKAY LISTEN UP - this place is FIRE! Here is what we ordered and ate every bite as only two people. Hamachi Kama is a must. Tuna carpaccio- yassss. Dumplings AND samosa because why choose when you can do both. Seaweed salad for health. Shrimp tempura - light, flaky, delish. Off menu secret- Paradise Roll. Ichi roll YUM. The real MVP of Hinoki is our waitress is Veronica - she's so nice, tells you what to order and has never once lead me wrong. Not to mention she remembers what we ordered months ago. She's the BEST and I wish every waitress was as dope as her! The bamboo lined entrance with the wooden walls and drop down floor seating is the only ambiance I will accept at any Asian restaurant from now on. read more

Loved the Japanese authentic lunch and bento boxes here on Hilton head. Great authentic ambiance and Japanese food. Would come back here again for sure read more

Hinoki - a group of people sitting at a table with plates of food - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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This charming sushi spot is top notch! I had some of the best sushi here. The Dragon Egg is a MUST! If you can, try to sit at the tatame tables. read more

Hinoki - Japanese Near Me - Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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