Found myself wanting some yakitori and the original restaurant was all booked out. Searched on google maps and this popped up... Without too much research we decided to give it a try, and we were very pleasantly surprised. 0 wait, great service, beautiful courtyard... Everything we tried was fresh and authentic. They also have a big menu of sushi/sashimi from the other restaurant in the building they own. I didn't get to try but I bet it's good. A few things to know: - the place is within a plaza with gated paid parking lot, meaning you can't access the place without paying parking first. That was kinda confusing to me at first. - they make all the orders fresh... and sometimes including putting the ingredients on the skewers. Orders take about 20 minutes to complete, so I'd recommend having a cadence or ordering bulk. read more

We tried the restaurant side and we were thrilled that they served the sushi there too for us to try. I really wanted to love this place, but the sushi just didn't do it for me. That ruled out trying the omakase side in the future. The yakitori was really good though! The veggies tasted best with the teriyaki sauce, and the meats with the shio. A standout was the pork with shiso and the gizzard which was a flavor bomb. Service was really good and the staff were nice. The space was also very nice, I felt like I got transported to Japan and it was cool. Will I go back? Yes, for the yakitori. Did it blow me away? Not quite. Is this the best yakitori I've ever had? Definitely not. So jury's out. You can decide for yourself.:) read more

The yakitori menu here is decent, but the raw fish dishes, sashimi, tonkatsu, or anything other than yakitori is quite literally INEDIBLE. Fish is not fresh. Yellowtail was discolored and fishy smelling. Will not be coming again, and I honestly will be surprised if I don't get food poisoning. read more

Went to celebrate my dad's birthday since he likes coming here. When we got there the restaurant was completely empty, when we left it was completely empty. We ordered a bunch of things but for having no other customers, the food took forever to come out. Had to wave down the server several times throughout our dinner. It was like they never came to check on us even though they had no other customers. The place is indoor but has sort of an outdoor feel. They were flies because they leave the huge window open. Food was alright but pretty pricey. read more

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The yakitori was subpar and their hot pot was 90% cabbage, the both had no flavor and to top it off a cockroach was running around our take and the restaurant. Luckily another customer killed the cockroach. The waitress's only comment was it's Hawaii. Which made us wonder how clean their kitchen really was. Add to it the fact I got sick to my stomach after eating there and I would stay away from this place. read more

We ate here for Father's Day. It gives you the vibes of being in a small Izakaya in Japan with the guy grilling the yakitori in front of you. We felt like we were in a side street of Tokyo enjoying our sushi, yakitori, beer, and lemon chi-hi. We will definitely be back. read more

Had an appointment nearby and arrived early enough to grab a few bites at this wonderful yakitori and sushi restaurant. The wait staff were friendly, helpful and attentive. They explained the yakitori menu and made sushi recommendation and also informed us it was a good time to order sushi since they weren't super busy. The food came out quickly so I was able to eat a little of almost everything before I had to go on to my appointment but the hubby had no complaints and ordered more to enjoy! The food is soo good!! Like no joke, I wish I had more time to sit and savor each bite! Tuna and Avocado poke appetizer ($15) Yakitori sticks - they have a good selection to choose from, but we ordered things we were already familiar with... chicken thigh ($3), meatball ($3.50), arabiki sausage ($2.50) Sushi Combo A - 11 pc Sushi and Roll (sadly, not pictured) a very nice selection of fish with tobiko, tamago and ebi and ahi maki roll ($32) Deep fried oysters ($10.50) Fried baby octopus in broth ($9.50) It is a smaller restaurant, so unless you go early it's probably best to make a reservation. Can't wait to go back again! read more

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Great happy hour experience here! The happy hour occurs daily in a very short window from 4PM (opening) - 4:30PM. The prices are very very good for the food menu! Ordered 2 sushi combinations (5 pieces each of salmon, ahi, hamachi, ika and ebi), 1 3-kind sashimi plate (3 pieces each of salmon, ahi and hamachi), 2 yakitori 3-kind plate (dark meat chicken, chicken breast and pork belly), the 3-kind oden soup, cucumber tataki, tako wasabi, tamago, and a spicy ahi skinny roll. I would say all the food was fresh and spectacular except for the sashimi plate and the 3-kind oden. Sushi nigiri was a bit more fresh and tasted better than the sashimi platter we had. The 3-kind oden soup had a large chunk of tender braised daikon, a soy braised hard boiled egg and a fishcake (that wasn't fishcake....it tasted home-made but seemed like they put way too much flour instead of fish paste). The oden broth was very nice! The tako wasabi was so so good and paired well with alcohol. Yakitori was good but nothing special. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed the spicy ahi skinny roll. Tamago was good. And the cucumber tataki was refreshing! Plum wine was sweeter than I'm used to but very delicious. I would definitely come back again. Total was around $96 but we did order drinks and alot of food. read more

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Great place with excellent service! The omakase may not agree with many westerners' palettes so that's one thing to be careful about. Certain dishes like the fish prepared on the robata and small fish that was fried were certainly subjective pieces. The Kyoto style omakase was a very nice touch to our visit to Oahu sharing the experience with ohana. This made it even more special and certainly a core memory. All the sashimi and nigiri was top notch as the clam soup, tamago, chowanmushi, and the dessert were perfectly timed. Our chef was very down to earth and inviting. Forgot what I said but he thought I spoke Japanese. That's one language I wish I really learned. That's for another story. haha! I would recommend to come here with an open mind and an empty stomach. This place has it all for a classical izakaya style experience. The place only seats seven people so definitely make that reservation! Kampai! (cheers!) read more

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Came here for lunch for a girls day and wanted to try this place since we've never tried it before. The restaurant is cute and while small, it was nice how it's partially open so the nice breeze comes through. At first I wanted sushi, but the prices of the sushi were too pricey in my opinion. I ended up getting a yakitori lunch set which came with 2 types of chicken, pork, arabiki, and roasted cherry tomato. It also came with a side salad, miso soup,, some tsukemono, and rice. While the yakitori were all good, they were nothing special. As for the sides, I found it odd that chicken salad was one of the sides because it didn't match the rest of the food and just seemed random lol. Salad was okay, but I think the dressing was the sesame dressing from Costco. Service was friendly, but we all thought everything was just "okay". However, if you are in the area, it's worth giving this place a try :) read more

Japanese Restaurant Aki - Yakitori set - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great ambiance, amazing service, filled with regulars! We went in during lunch to celebrate my birthday. Original plan was to go to Sushi Aki next door for their Omakase but we did not get reservations in time. It ended up working out great though because we loved the food!! Their Sushi platters were delicious and also a great deal and their lunch specials looked really good too. My toddler daughter inhaled their udon and their Agedashi Tofu! So delicious. Definitely will be going back to try their Yakitori and other dishes! read more

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We ate dinner with with our friend. I enjoyed the skewers that we ordered. My favorite was the chicken gizzards, chicken heart, and the beef steak. The beef tongue was also good. We also shared the mixed sushi, hamachi collar, a mixed salad, and our own musubi. The musubi that I had was with the mentaiko. I liked that the sides were grilled so that each bite had a crunch. The space of the restaurant is not that large. So I was happy that my friend made a reservation for us. read more

My go-to izakaya spot in Kaimuki. Though it's not the cheapest, the quality of the food for the price is reasonable. The parking is in a self-pay lot. There is ample parking, but stalls are limited during dinner hours. Recommend calling for reservations even if it's last minute because seating is limited. The place is small but cozy. Recommendations would include the skewers and sashimi. It's a good spot to have pupus and a few drinks. However, if you're a big eater or very hungry, the price can add up fast. Great casual date spot though. (Local pointer: If there is a lengthy line, there is the Tops II bar where you can have a few drinks while waiting. Located in the same parking lot) read more

We used to come here in 2019-2020 before Covid cause I worked in the neighborhood. Today we decided to eat late dinner but alas, the food was not the same. Sushi was small and dry. Yakitori was just ok. Nothing really stood out. Quality and taste went down the hill. Service was ok and ambiance was ok with some loud tourist. Won't be back. The food quality and the price are not worth it. read more

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4/6/25 Every dish was tasty... Watched Gyu "Beef" Tongue n Shishito Peppers being grilled by Yakitori chef Fresh Mizu Tako "Octopus" Sashimi so soft Aburi Engawa "Flounder" Nigiri was fatty good Negi Toro "Tuna" Sushi also fatty good There's a trend going on here...Broiled Salmon Belly very fatty good dish w very crispy skin! Order early cause it' takes a while to cook Good service too... made meal even better read more

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This place was an easy 10/10 for me. every item i had was light and hearty yet flavorful. I would come back here in a heartbeat. The service is really good, they're really fast and greet you as you come in and as you go. I sat at the counter and thought it was the best seat because you can watch them grill meats in front of you. The inside was really nice and had a clean aesthetic. Great for indecisive people like me who want to try a bit of everything! Surprised this place isn't talked about more. read more

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I really enjoyed this place. They have an adjacent sushi bar that they also own and it provides the sushi on the menu. We ordered a few of the skewers including gizzards, chicken hearts, beef tongue and all were very tasty. The sushi was also quite delicious with small portions of rice underneath. I would recommend coming here again. Parking is easy in the lot outside. read more

Loved restaurant Aki! My boyfriend and I were able to walk in without a reservation on a Wednesday night. We must've gotten lucky because the restaurant was pretty crowded, with a few large parties. The atmosphere of Aki is very lively without being too loud. Some Izakayas to me feel stuffy when everyone's drinking and the noise level of the place gets super high--this was not the case at Aki. In terms of the food I really enjoyed the quality of the yakitori skewers, grilled onigiri, sushi rolls and agedashi tofu. The miso salmon was pretty standard/ok. Overall, food was amazing, but the service was a little slow. Nevertheless, I would definitely come back. Added bonus we did not smell like yakitori/smoke after dining due to the open air dining room! read more

Excellent food and service .. recommend this place. Have great sushi and screwers. Also if you like omakase is an option as well but have to make reservation. read more

Excellent food at an amazing price point... a real tucked away ambiance... like the side streets in Osake or Tokyo... service was also excellent... Can't wait to come back... read more

Went here for lunch and the prices are so reasonable. I really loved my teishoku set I got. It's very cute spot with a very open air concept. The server was very nice and helpful. The fish was fresh and everything tasted home cooked and fresh. If you're looking for a casual lunch spot I recommend this spot. read more

Japanese Restaurant Aki - Chirashi and tempura lunch teishoku set - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

A friend was visiting and wanted fresh and authentic sushi. It was an odd time and most places were closed, except the spot. Though I've been to the shopping area, multiple times, never to this restaurant it is a little hidden, but super cute. Bottom line, service was friendly,, the fish was fresh and prepared dwell. It was a little on the pricey side, but acceptable given the quality. read more

Japanese Restaurant Aki - 11 piece sushi combo and seafood salad - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We had just returned from staying in Las Vegas when my husband's relatives called to catch up with us since we've not seen them for the past month. My husband's relatives asked me for restaurant recommendations in the Ala Moana or nearby neighborhoods since they would have a business appointment there. Luckily, I saw and read several other Elites' high rated reviews for Japanese Restaurant Aki in the Kaimukī neighborhood and suggested this tiny Japanese restaurant as our meeting point. I called for lunch reservations, and the gentleman who answered the phone asked if I was making a reservation for izakaya or sushi bar service. Since our foursome planned to have lunch and gab for a while, I chose the izakaya side of their restaurant. Fortunately, we got a reservation on a Saturday near restaurant's lunch hour peak time. We located the restaurant's entrance quickly from the 11th Avenue entrance of the Kaimukī Municipal Parking Lot and easily found parking. My husband's relatives had arrived earlier than we did and snagged the reserved table. The server placed several menus on the table since our guests were seated before us. While we perused the menus, the server came by to inform us about the daily specials and fresh from-the-market fish. We all settled on bentos from the Lunch & Takeout Menu. FOOD: - #1 5-piece sushi & soft shell crab bento: I chose the first item on the menu since it appealed to me the most. The bento was a good balance of fresh and made-to-order items served at hot and cold temperatures. The miso soup was served piping hot, and my palate was refreshed by the tossed green salad with ginger sesame seed dressing and sweet pickled ginger. The made-to-order nigirizushi had fresh tender slices of fish atop warm sushi rice, and crisp tempura battered soft shell crab was hot from the fryer. The tempura battered soft-shell crab was meaty, sweet, and slightly salty. I noticed that my husband started eyeing my bento and quietly whispered that my bento looked better than his. $22.50 - #9 Fried chicken & pork cutlet bento: my husband selected this bento because he was attracted to the deep-fried proteins. The karaage (fried) chicken had been marinated and was flavorful, although the fried chicken pieces were a bit dry, possibly overcooked. The three strips of pork cutlet (tonkatsu) were tender with a light crunchiness from the panko breading. He liked his bento and wolfed it down while eyeing the bentos of our guests and mine. $15.00 - #8 5-piece yakitori bento: our guests ordered this bento. The assorted skewered meats (chicken thigh, chicken breast, pork belly, and Arabiki sausage) were grilled over an open flame which enhanced the meat flavors with a light smokiness. The tossed green salad and steamed white rice completed the meal. There was a dish of refreshing and sweet pickled sushi ginger (gari) to cleanse and complement the grilled meats and rice. $15.50 This restaurant's open front allowed cool breezes to flow while we ate on this hot, sunny afternoon. The rustic Japanese interior decor was comfortable and welcoming. We'd return to this cute neighborhood Japanese restaurant for another meal at their izakaya side or perhaps for sushi bar service. read more

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Well what do we have here??? Something like a Nonbei but no corners cut. An airy restaurant hidden in an alley - in a building behind Big City Diner. Ample parking. The place was pretty packed when we went and judging by the Yelp pictures, I knew we were in for a treat. First off, the service!!!! Literally perfect for an izakaya! Water was filled, beers were offered as I took the last sips. The Asahi was perfect! They were out of my tako wasa but they had chicken cartilage karaage. They had whole grilled squid and tasty sushi! The place is pretty darn airy with a patio-like vibe. The food does not have a lot of "sauces" to dip in. For example, no mayo for grilled squid and no mayo to dip chicken karaage in. They had lemon to squeeze over and the food was so tasty it didn't need to hide from any sauce. The spicy tuna did have a creamy sauce over it and it was delicious. The service was impeccable - oh I said that already! and.... They had pickles.....!!! Tasty pickles - we got two orders!!!! Nothing about this place seemed like they cut corners. This is a really good place! Very tasty! My wife was happy, I was happy, we are going back for sure!!! read more

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Do I need to tell you how much I love this place? Must I share how incredible our lunch was, from appetizers through lunch set specials to the most amazing matcha creme brulee for dessert?! Since it is the new year, happy to reveal this secret hideaway that's been in existence for a few years now. Restaurant Aki is tucked away between 12th and 11th Avenue. Accessed in the municipal parking lot. One needs to walk into the courtyard that also houses Himalayan Kitchen before you can see it. Located on the ground level and behind strategically placed shrubbery. Love the intimacy of this restaurant almost as much as the food. And we loved all the dishes served! Loved my lunch set of yellow tail sashimi served over rice with scallions. Can't wait to come back to try the misoyaki butterfish that should be ordered as soon as one arrives as the preparation time is quoted as longer or the curry lunch set. My friend's sushi and soft shell crab lunch set looked pretty epic also. Along with the lunch sets we also enjoyed a few appetizers. Portions are not huge, just enough. The freshness of the seafood is what stands out. Thanks Jolene L for introducing me to yet another amazing place in Honolulu. I will be returning! Tuesdays closed. Hmmm, but today is Wednesday. :-) read more

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Amazing ambiance, clean, soft and really friendly service. Yakitori is hot and well cooked. Overall a really good Japanese restaurant everyone should try read more

Love this gem. Right in the heart of Kaimuki. Loads of parking, amazing food, great service. The space holds around 40 guests comfortably. Semi open dining experience. I ordered the fried oyster curry. It was just as expected. The oysters were fresh and the curry had a great mouth feel the flavors were all on point dislike being back in Japan. The sushi was incredibly delicious. We ordered, the Otoro, very rich and decadent, due to a its high fat content. The fish finished very clean on the pallet. We also ordered the Ikura nigiri. The marinade was very late and there was no sushi aftertaste. You're in the area and craving some free Chinese food. I would highly recommend this place. Pro tip, go early as soon as they open, because they get very crowded during lunch. read more

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Did an early dinner and as a walk in, so it wasn't that crowded. Service was very good. The establishment is not large so it's best to make a reservation. We tried different types of skewers, everything was hot and tasty. The restaurant is sort of an open concept as there weren't any fixed windows or walls looking out to the hallway area. Would have given 4 stars if not for that condition as there were a few bugs flying around and later they placed some fans on the outside to remedy that. read more

The 11 piece assorted sushi and the grilled squid were really good! The hamachi roll seemed a bit lacking, but they do call it a "skinny" roll so I wasn't expecting much, just wanted to try it. Love the miso soup. The ribeye and pork belly skewers were tasty - the paste that came with it is delicious. It's a small cozy spot. I wouldn't call it intimate since the seating wasn't very comfortable and it was a bit loud. They had elegant jazz music playing in the background which seemed odd. All in all, the service was good and the food was exactly what we were looking for. I would recommend trying it, just don't waste your time on the rolls. read more

My boyfriend and I love eating Japanese food and sushi, so when my dad recommended Japanese Restaurant Aki, we were so excited to try it out! Japanese Restaurant Aki is an open-air restaurant located in the building that houses EARL, Sugarcane and Modern Nails in the 12th ave parking lot. Although it is open-air, it is quite cool and the ambiance was very charming. The service was great and they were super helpful when figuring out what to order from the yakitori menu. We ended ordered the beef curry, pork katsu, unagi and spicy tuna rolls, maguro (tuna) and squid nigiri, udon, and a few of their skewers. For dessert, we had the matcha green tea ice cream. YES, we ordered a bunch of food, and YES they were all super delicious! Not only was the sushi super fresh, but each of the food items came out so quickly! We were so happy with our meal. I would definitely recommend Japanese Restaurant Aki to anyone who is looking for yummy sushi and who love Japanese food. read more

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A hidden gem in Kaimuki!! Japanese Restaurant Aki is a small, almost hole-in-the-wall restaurant that serves authentic, fresh, Japanese food. We all ordered off the lunch menu and then had a few appetizers to share. The lunch menu is a great deal for a full set complete with rice, soup, salad, pickled ginger, and side dishes! I ordered the Hamachi/Yellowtail and Negi/Green Onions set. It came with a shiso leaf too; very refreshing along the taste of the raw fish. We ordered the fried oysters to share, which came with two dipping sauces and lemon. The second appetizer we got was the seafood bakudan was one of the most unique dishes I've seen. It was fish roe, ahi/tuna, green onions, squid, daikon, a raw egg yolk, and natto (fermented soybeans). You are supposed to mix it all together and eat it with the nori/seaweed slices. AMAZING. I know natto can be off putting for some people, but I thought it went sooo well with the creaminess of the raw egg yolk (which is very safe to eat when using Japanese standards) and the fresh fish. It can have a bit of a bitter taste, which *i* didn't think was bad, but some people may not enjoy. It's definitely more of a unique option but I highly recommend trying it! The set was surprisingly filling, despite looking on the smaller side. The fish and oysters were very fresh and the fried oysters and soft shell crab were fried to perfection! We made a reservation via phone call and was seated right away. It wasn't very busy at opening on Sunday, but it did get busier as time went on. It is a very small restaurant, so if you want to feel secure, definitely call to make a reservation! There is a large parking lot available, but unfortunately, it is not free. We paid about $1.50 for our visit. read more

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They hesitated a bit to seat me and my daughter without reservation because, although it seemed pretty empty, we were still early and it seemed like a place that would fill up quickly. Sure enough, by the time we left the place was packed. We ordered a sushi combo, seafood salad, a bunch of Yakitori sticks & mentaiko yakinigiri. We also ordered crab and uni nigiri a la carte. The nigiri was $20, but worth it! Real crab and creamy uni served gunkan style with high-quality wasabi on the side. The seafood salad came with cubes of maguro and salmon, topped with onions, and a really nice ponzu dressing. Everything in the sushi combo was fresh, seafood and delicious, also thoughtfully served with high quality grated wasabi on the side. Yakitori sticks were a real treat, we got a good assortment, and everything was well grilled with a nice side of miso paste, to dip the meats and vegetables. The yakionigiri was nicely grilled, perfectly burnt and crispy on the outside, soft and chewy rice on the inside with a good mentaiko flavor. Enjoyed it all, will make reservations next time! read more

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Had a great time eating at Aki Sushi which is not the same restaurant as Aki Izakaya. I stood at the Izakaya side waiting to let the checkin person know that we had reservations for 4, she mention that she does not have our name on the list. After a few minutes later I ask her is this this only Aki restaurant and she says we have the sushi side which is next to them. A light bulb came on for her and she walked us one door over. For someone that never been to this place they need to make it easier for people to know the difference or train their staff that when someone has reservations and their name is not on the list to check with the other Aki restaurant. After sitting down at the sushi side, the ambience was nice and very relaxing. Love the service and enjoyed the dinner, however I couldn't give 5 stars. Having family in Japan that grows one of the best rice in the country you truly understand that sushi is not only about the fish but the rice that you eat with. Rice was not high quality but was ok. The fish was good but not something that tilt my head back of amazement. Overall great place to hangout with friends and have some sake and sushi. read more

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I remember coming to Japanese Restaurant Aki when they were located on Makaloa Street for their amazing happy hour as they had two, one early and one later in the evening. What's funny is I would see a bunch of people I know eating here. Ah yes fond memories. Speeding up to present, one of my Yelp buddies Jolene made a review for their new location which btw they are located in Kaimuki on Waialae Ave and 11th Ave. It's in the same parking lot as Kim Chee 2, Big City Diner, but in that separate building closer to Happy Day Chinese Restaurant. So back to Jolene's review, and she highlighted one of my favorite desserts, CREME BRULEE. She told me that I have to come back to their new location and get their matcha crème brulee as it is so good. She even told me that she would go just to eat it. Now that peeked my interest as I used to make my own crème brulee but never have I ever made nor tasted a matcha one. So after her messaging me "did you go, did you try it yet?" the better half and I went and let me tell you that Jolene was right, it is one of the best crème brulees I have ever tasted. Don't get me wrong, their yakitori, and sushi was delicious too but I can see myself coming back just for their matcha crème brulee. They are open for lunch 11:30am - 2pm and dinner 4pm - 10pm daily except on Tuesday's when they are closed. I highly recommend you making a reservation and if you are coming to try their matcha crème brulee, you should come early as I made the mistake of coming later and they were sold out. Yes it's that good! read more

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Quality is good but portions are small will go back. But maybe I would pregame on a fat lunch so I wasn't as hungry going there. But overall good read more

FIRST TIME/LAST TIME. This is my first time here. We had reservations at 7:00 and was seated immediately. However, it took our waiter 20 minutes to return to us with water. Order was taken but our sushi came out over 1 hour after we ordered and at different times. Our guest had to wait for their food half hour later than others. Basically we had to eat at different times. Sushi pieces was very small. Prices was very expensive for what we got. DO NOT BE FOOLED all the great reviews. Took over 2 hours dinner just waiting around for our food. OWNERS-you need to hire more staff. BAD EXPERIENCE. read more

Very interesting spot. Nicely authentic with a unique Hawaiian vibe added on. The quality of the food was overall fresh. The fish was tasty and they they did an excellent job on the rice. The service is a little bit off, but just have patience if needed. The food is worth it. read more

If you are looking for authentic type of Izakaya Japanese food and skewers, this is the place to try! Parking is reasonable in the lot and so many stalls! If not, there's also street parking too. Lunch is more of an individual meal (teishoku) type. Different items are on there for lunch versus dinner. I recommend trying both! Dinner is more of an Izakaya small plates type (to share). Go with at least one other person so you can try the whole menu! Haha. I love the skewers. It's made by one guy and it's made to order. So gooooood! Each skewer order is one stick, ask to make sure. I also usually also order some of the sushi, hamachi Kama, shishamo, tonkatsu. All of which are super good. Everything we order is always good. I recommend trying everything you can. I still have to go back for more! Staff here are very friendly. Oh another tip, do not make reservations online. It doesn't sync. Make reservations by calling the restaurant only! read more

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I was craving yakitori and Yelp led me to this izakaya restaurant that I had seen several times before but hadn't stopped by until now. It had caught my eye because it has a beautiful open air setting and it's always so crowded! They're located off of Waialae Ave and 11th In Kaimuki. They have a big paid parking lot that's shared by other restaurants, and although the restaurant doesn't validate, it's only like .75 cents for the first hour. I got there right when they opened at 5pm and had no problem snagging a seat at the yakitori bar. Fortunately I didn't walk out of there smelling like grilled meat because they have a big see-through plexiglass between the grill and the bar. I was happy to see that they offered Orion beer, because seriously... what goes better with yakitori than that? This restaurant has many other authentic Japanese dishes besides yakitori, such as sushi, sashimi, hot pot dishes, rice & noodle dishes, bentos, etc., but I came there for the yakitori. I ordered 4 items from the yakitori menu: pork belly, ribeye, sausage (arabiki) and pork/shiso. You can select teri or salt flavoring, and I selected salt. It was seasoned perfectly and everything was delicious! Prices are on par with other Japanese restaurants in the area. Customer service was hit or miss depending on who you interacted with, thus the 4 stars instead of 5. I would definitely return again the next time I'm craving yakitori or any Japanese dishes. This place is as authentic as it gets. read more

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Two words: Creme Brulee. Yes, their teriyaki skewers have a delicious smokey flavor. Yes, their raw fish and ikura are fresh. Yes, their house dressing on the seafood salad is incredibly tasty. Yes, their miso butterfish satisfies a serious craving. A few weeks ago, my friend Lisa was visiting from Cali and she wanted to try this place. It was easy making reservations and they were gracious checking our vaccination cards as we arrived. By the full occupancy, you could tell this was a popular place to dine. Our food was delicious and the customer service was awesome. Will certainly return for their fabulous matcha creme Brulee :) read more

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