The best sushi here! Located in a shopping center, this place is where any sushi lover should go! Everything was fresh. Everything was presented beautifully and it was an experience. Our service was amazing. The ambience was great. You must come here and experience this restaurant! 10/10 for everything! read more

Amazing sushi and rolls . Service was amazing as well!! Best sushi we had during our trip to Maui!,

Great food and great service. Special thank you to Server Ian. He was amazing! We highly recommend this place and we will definitely be back. read more

Let me just start by saying how amazing the Sushi was. I mean... AH MAY ZING! Quite literally the best sushi in terms of quality and taste and I have been to a many Sushi restaurants in California, some of the best being in Orange County and San Diego. The Surf and Turf roll was to die for. I literally thought I had died and went to heaven. However... the pricing here is insanely high. I thought I was at Nobu for a second, but without the high class stuck up atmosphere. Our bill in total was $335 for two people. To be fair, that was an appetizer, two miso soups(yum), three rolls, and two types of sashimi carpaccio. Still though, $82 for one roll.... Sheesh Overall I give this place a 4.5. The price is a big factor, but if you want to splurge on some of the best sushi you will ever have, come here. read more

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Oao (pronounced wow) is wow!! Cheesy thing to say, I know, but darn this place is good! I accidentally left my phone at home on the charger, so apologies for no pictures, but the presentations were lovely. Oao gets busy, so make a reservation. The service is friendly and rapid. We ordered five small plates and each was excellent. Sashimi of big eye tuna...tender and delicious. Beautiful color. Sashimi of hamachi...not as pretty as the big eye tuna, but fresh and tasty. Tempura veggies...nice variety of local veggies. Light tempura. Not greasy. Spicy tuna rice cakes. Not overly spicy, just a tad in the aoli. Don't be scared off if you are not a spicy food person. Great flavors and textures. Unique dish. Brussel sprouts with Parmesan. Crispy, light, and delicious. Possibly the best brussel sprouts we have ever had. We are late to discovering Oao, but will definitely be back. Yum! read more

We came here for the happy hour menu which is significantly cheaper than the regular menu. The restaurant looks very new and trendy with cool artwork on the walls. The server was very friendly and the ngiri and sushi were ok but not great. The rice seemed a bit off. Overall a solid place for sushi read more

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This place was amazing. Relaxed island vibe atmosphere with a modern touch. Service was super friendly and attentive. Plenty of smiles and advice from our server. The sushi was off the charts good and fresh!! I had tuna and salmon nigiri, a spicy tuna roll and the white dragon roll, all were exceptionally good. My wife had the shrimp tempura roll and soft shell crab roll and loved them. Dessert was great too! If you want great sushi on Maui, look no further! read more

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Excellent food even better service 10 minute walk from the beach. This is hands down the best sushi on the island. I would highly recommend to anyone staying in this area. Ask for Justin at the bar. read more

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Great sushi spot in Wailea. We sat at the sushi bar and had some yummy cocktails with a couple of rolls. High quality fresh fish, awesome service, and chill ambiance. Would definitely eat here again! read more

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Really good but the price point is pretty high! The wagyu is by oz and is a $90 minimum! So we skipped it but the tuna and yellowtail was delicious. Fish was fresh, service was pretty good, and the vibe is very casual. The matcha panna cotta was nothing special, though. read more

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Evaluating on two levels - first the cost. For what was explained as Wailea pricing, it's pretty outrageous. NOBU doesn't even charge as much as some of their speciality rolls cost here at $49 for one of these babies. I decided to try one anticipating it would feature the fresh tuna locally caught as explained and unfortunately it was pretty average tasting at best. The regular rolls are high priced as well and certainly don't qualify for that level of charge. Trust me, I know my sushi quite well and I encourage anyone who wants to challenge this to head to LA and the Studio City area to find sushi that would be 100x better and more appropriately priced. The service was good with helpful and welcoming staff. The location is set in a strip mall among other businesses with tables mostly inside and a few placed in front adjacent to the parking spots. Sorry to say, this place was not a win for me and I'm sure you can do much better in Kihei or even at the resorts. The Fairmont has a great sushi place (shockingly with even less expensive prices per roll!) thats worth trying with a gorgeous view. read more

Delicious, beautifully prepared. Black cod, roasted duck and shishito peppers. Yum Arrived for dinner around 7:30, was told 30 min wait, but was offered to sit at the sushi bar about 15 min wait. Server friendly and helpful. read more

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Very disappointing experience this evening; we dined here twice last year on vacation and it was wonderful...we returned hoping for the same. The food was decent, but the service was terrible. We ordered a roll that was supposed to have avocado, when we told our server he gave us pushback, and we had to show him what it said on the menu. He completely ignored us the rest of our meal, while being extra friendly and chatting up the table right behind us. It made for an uncomfortable situation; I left the restaurant in tears and we will never come back. read more

Craving sushi for dinner, we did a quick search of the area, and all agreed on Oao. The host was super friendly and welcoming. There is indoor and outdoor seating, but we requested indoor. I highly recommend reservations. We were able to make a last-minute reservation within the hour, but we witnessed several parties get turned away because they were just so busy! Everyone was very happy with what they ordered. I'm not a sushi fan, so I ordered the Rib Eye. It came out prepared as I like it (med rare) and served on top of some crispy Brussel sprouts. We also ordered their corn on the cob, which reminded us of elote. While the food was good, the 5 stars are for the wait staff. Everyone was attentive and pleasant. After a day filled with serving tourists, I can imagine them being short at the end of the day, but our team did no such thing. I want to say their names were Dwayne and Ronson, but I may be wrong. Finally , this restaurant is BYOB! They don't serve alcohol, but you can bring your own. We were not aware of that. So our sake dreams went down the drain! Lol read more

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Service was friendly and quick. The quality of the nigiri was excellent. My favorite roll was the White Dragon...the Shiso leave gave it a yummy light taste. That night they had a special dessert - matcha crepe cake..the best crepe cake I've had! read more

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Omg. Best sushi I have ever had in my life (also the most pricey). It's melt-in-your-mouth level good sushi... my fave roll I've ever had (anywhere!!) is the Oao baked California roll. FIRE Super chill vibe there too. I recommend checking out their happy hour if able! read more

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My friend and I went there as another friend who is into good food, highly recommended. I set reservations as I know it sell out. We arrived and no issues or problems. When we were seated I was amazed at how many kids were there. All acted well but it's odd that kids would want sushi. Then I noticed the keiki menu and it's what one would eat at say 12 years old. So issue resolved or the world has changed. We got some cocktails and they were made perfect. I probably got old fashion and she go Mai Tai. Again, I'm not a foody so a drink is a drink. My friend knows sushi better so she ordered. I can't recall exactly but it was like 5 different plates. I liked 4 and she said the other was acquired taste. Everything was on-time, the waiter or server, I still don't know the new terms was on it and ever time we needed something he was there. Many people babble price and I avoid. If price is a big issue, stay home. For what we consumed, the price was more than fair. I was actually expecting more and I can eat like a small piglet. So, huge props and glad we tried it out.......very happy with this restaurant. read more

Best rolls on the island!! I had a spicy crunchy dragon roll!! Delicious. We drove to this tiny little food truck location and it is a super cute little hang out space. I wish I had more time to try more rolls. read more

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I got to stop by and try a few of their sushi and plates! The restaurant itself is super cozy - really good for those looking for a date night. The bar and wait staff were super nice and were great to talk to. I really enkoyed some of their nigiri sushi and the hamachi/oyster shooters - definitely a place to stop by for those in the Wailea area - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Found this wonderful place on Yelp! And it was a hit! Easy to find in the Kehei area, and a clean and nice vibe with very friendly staff, excellent service, and super food! I never had to ask for my water to get refilled, as I'm a big water drinker. Food came out in good time. Beautifully presented and delicious! Highly recommend! read more

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Great service and delicious fresh sushi! Cute restaurant will definitely return when back in Maui!

The place wasn't packed but our server KC was awesome! We ordered seasonal drink - long island thai ice tea, and guava lemonade. We also ordered king salmon sashimi & king dragon. The food was delicious. Overall experience is great! read more

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The food was the best sushi I've ever had. From the toro to the wagyu. I am in awe of the sushi rolls! We will be back! read more

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I continue to recommend this local business located in Wailea by Owner and Executive Chef Oao Jr. New and updated hours include Lunch: 11 AM - 3 PM Happy Hour: 3 PM - 5 PM Dinner: 5 PM - 10 PM Kama'aina can enjoy a 15% discount during lunch hours! read more

This restaurant was a nice find, tucked away in a strip mall. The food was just delicious, sushi and nigiri fresh, the hamachi carpaccio probably my favorite, and the ribeye flavorful and tender and delicious. They don't serve alcohol but you can bring your own, and in a place where alot of the restaurants seem to phone it in, this was just terrific! read more

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The hamachi Serrano roll is AMAZING! Very different flavors than what I have had in sushi rolls anywhere else. We loved it. The yellowtail Jalapeño was also amazing - think it's called hamachi carpaccio on the menu - but their homemade ponzu was sooooo yummy!!!! The wagu appetizer was really good as well, but personally I would have preferred it warm or room temp instead of chilled since it was seared. We are here for a week and plan to go back again tonight - so really only have great things to say. read more

Everything we tried was delicious! The sushi was so fresh and their sashimi melted in your mouth. Eldon was our server and he was quick, kind, and made us laugh! Highly recommend and can't wait to be a regular at their happy hours (: read more

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This is the only place for sushi on Maui. Forget overpriced Nobx or Mxrimxtx. This is the place. The fish is the freshest. The staff are fun and love working together which just makes your night. Ronson, Justin, Ian, Caleb and Duane...and a welcoming hostess each and every time. read more

Well run top to bottom. Been twice to confirm. From welcome to thank you, Top Notch! The food is fresh, innovative and delicious! The service incredible and the team looks like they Love working at OAO. Cheers to much success! read more

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Oao is a hidden gem that offers an exceptional dining experience for sushi lovers. From the moment you step inside, the ambiance is inviting, with a perfect blend of modern decor and traditional Japanese elements. The menu is diverse, featuring a wide array of sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri. Each dish is beautifully presented, showcasing the chef's attention to detail. I highly recommend the duck from the entree section and rock tempura shrimp. The staff were nice and inviting as well! Go try it out! read more

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The food was delicious. If you want good sushi this place is to go. They ran out of Uni but ordered fatty tuna and it was so good that, melts in your mouth. The drinks and service were excellent. The atmosphere was cozy. We sat at the high-top bar, and our bartender, Bronzie, gave us a lot of recommendations to try out. We enjoyed celebrating our 10-year anniversary here. read more

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We loved it here ! Had two meals during our short stay. Great food and service and nice to be get out of the hotel zone.

Went for happy hour which is everyday from 12-5. The sushi is awesome and the HH deals rock. Came back multiple times for their crispy rice cakes. Buddha at the sushi bar was super friendly and recommended all the freshest fish. Definitely will be back! Make a reservation if you plan on eating here for dinner! read more

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Food: Every dish was delicious, savory, fresh! Get the firecracker roll! Service: The restaurant was busy around 7pm. We didn't have a reservation, but the hostess accommodated us and was able to get us a table promptly. Once seated, we were greeted by our server Jerome along with the menu. He was great! Attentive and friendly. Ambiance: great, casual dressy vibes. Busy and lively. read more

I believe we came during a rush hour around 6:30, but the staff were still very attentive. Food didn't take long to prepare everything was sooo delicious. We personally don't like raw seafood but even the raw salmon was amazing!! The overall ambiance was great. The staff was so friendly and funny , our personal server was Iggy but everyone else were also awesome! We also got some desert it was delicious as expected. Wish we found this place sooner:) read more

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Everything was amazing. Fast service food was ono, sushi super fresh. Service was spot on. Great ambiance. They didn't have their liquor license yet, but we enjoyed their mocktails, and we added the twist Will definitely go back read more

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Went on spontaneous date night with the wifey and ended up at Oao. Got there around 4 and got greeted with aloha right away from manager Kevin. Happy hour time, never had reservations but was able to walk in no problem. Menu has quite a bit of selection from Sushi to small plates and even entrees. We were there on a mission and ordered the Hamachi Carpaccio, Spicy Salmon roll, Softshell Crab roll, kanpachi sashimi, and one of the special off menu rolls-"firecracker"? O A O - that's pronounced "oh wow" btw. Everything super fresh and super flavorful. Me and wife went on a tangent once or twice of the technicalities of the pidgin term "broke da mouth". Favorite was the Hamachi Carpaccio hands down. Finished with the Ube Pot de Creme. Sweet dessert but nice pops of brightness from the fresh fruit. Will definitely be back and can't wait for the bar to open up, we ordered an NA and some hot tea - at this moment they're still awaiting permits - my only disappointment on this visit was not bringing some beer or sake since it's BYOB right now. (Best to call if you plan to though since it sounds like permits happening soon) Pro tip: Parking can be tough as it's a busy little shopping center with multiple restaurants, offices, etc. Make like Costco and stalk. read more

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This place is great! Skip Monkeypod and go straight to Oao. We went to Monkeypod on recommendations from a friend and it was mediocre. This place is around the corner and SO MUCH BETTER. Ask the sushi chef about the freshest catch of the day and get some sashimi. We loved the avocado ahi hand roll. Highly recommend the wings and the tempura shrimp appetizer, too! Delicious! Plus they have Maui Brewing IPAs. We are from SF and we went here twice during our time in Maui. Reduced prices during happy hour so we headed over after snorkeling. Great find! read more

We went to Oao because our mom doesn't like raw fish but me and my sister wanted sushi, so since Oao was a sushi and Japanese grill we thought it was perfect for us. However, the grill options were limited and wasn't that well cooked (she got the teriyaki chicken and it pretty hard to chew). The sushi was amazing and fresh, but falls a little short of the price you pay. read more

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My wife and I spent our last night in Maui eating at Oao and WOW were we impressed. This was the best sushi and steak we have had on the island but most important were so attentive to our food allergy. Every item they brought out which was about 9 different menu options all were cleared by the servers and the chef. Our highlights were "broke da mouth" roll and the hamachi carpaccio, but what stole the show was the waygu tataki. This may have been my ignorance or the love that was in the air on my honeymoon, either way it was outrageous in flavor and an absolute memory of a meal. Dwayne "the pebble" also made a balanced old fashioned. I will never leave Maui without eating at OAO. That's a chimi rat 5 stars!!! read more

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