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My sister wanted to try out Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar for their 50% off early bird special (Sunday & Monday, 5:00pm-5:30pm). They're on the third floor, connected to d.k. Steakhouse, their sister restaurant. 50% off includes everything except dishes with two asterisks. No reservations; first come, first served. They charge an additional 4% for food service along with 20% automatic gratuity on the grand total. - Edamame ($4.00 USD) - standard fare - Crab ramen with truffle butter broth ($20.00 USD) - broth lacked depth, noodles were disappointing - Nobu style miso butterfish ($22.00 USD) - tender, flakey and nicely roasted - Crispy fried calamari ($7.00 USD) - standard - Crispy brussel sprouts ($8.00 USD) - Negi hama roll ($6.00 USD for 6) - California roll ($7.38 USD for 8) - Scallop & cucumber roll ($7.50 USD for 6) - solid - Unagi roll ($7.50 USD for 6) - standard - Tekka maki roll ($7.00 USD for 6) - ahi was fresh - Ume shiso maki roll ($3.50 USD for 6) - good - Cucumber & avocado roll ($4.75 USD for 8) - Hamachi sashimi ($12.50 USD for 8) - Salmon sashimi ($21.75 USD for 16) - small but good quality - Shime saba ($9.38 USD for 8) - good but smaller slices than the salmon - Tamago sashimi ($2.94 USD for 4)
Had my birthday dinner here last month as I was staying at hotel couple blocks down. Rsvp no problem and we were able to order drinks and food right away. Server was attentive and friendly and gave us suggestions as we all haven't been here in a while. We got a wedge salad, calamari, and couple of sushi to start. Ordered miso butterfish and they had a half ribeye and half something else I forgot but it was super good nice and tender! We shared it between 5 people and it was enough. They have a photographer that takes table pictures so if you want to buy you can. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is nice and you can see the sunset.
3.50 rating. We always try to stop in when it's happy hour. The sushi is great, drinks are good and overall a pleasant environment. We prefer the location in Lahaina better.
It was hyped up for sure, so perhaps a little overrated. We had ordered sashimi, crab dip, 3 rolls, a wedge salad, and wing dings, plus drinks. It might have been the concoction of all the things, but my stomach was rallied early immediately afterwards and through the night. Considering another spot we enjoyed better, I don't think I'll return, but I'm glad we tried it nonetheless.
Just went here for Thanksgiving dinner. First let's start with the parking. I would pay for valet if I had to come back here again. The parking lot is awful. It's two way with barely enough room for two cars to pass each other let alone make the turns and heaven forbid someone not be fully pulled into a stall. If you're able take the stairs. The elevators are incredibly slow. We were greeted by the host staff and seated fairly quick. But we were given the worst table in the place despite it being 2/3 empty. We were up against the wall squeezed right between the door to go to the outdoor seating and the service station with the water jugs. Our waiter was nice especially since he seemed to be almost the only one there and working a holiday can be stressful. We ordered drinks that took longer to come out than the appetizers. When we asked the person (not or waiter) who brought the apps about the drinks we were told that's not his area that's the bar. For apps wre got the dynamite shrimp which was pretty mid and the hamachi carpaccio which was good. My mom ordered the ramen which came out at the same time as the apps which didn't seem appropriate. The ramen was good. The broth was flavorful and you could taste the crab really well. My dad and I got sushi which was fine. Nothing on the dessert menu really seemed enticing so we skipped. They add a 4% kitchen fee that is not stated prior anywhere. Overall a pretty disappointing thanksgiving dinner out. It'll be a while before I come back if ever. There are way better japanese restaurants for comparable prices.
Service was friendly & hostess were wonderful. It is the seafood & steak restaurant in one. Daughter had the kids Alfredo pasta which was a large portion that the brought out first. I noticed on the island when you order edamame it comes out cold, which is fine but this ad and I had no salt whatsoever on it so it was very bland we had to add lots of table salt to it. The fish in the sushi was fresh in the rolls were large, but there was a little bit too much fish eggs on the one of them. splitting two rolls and the edamame was enough food for dinner. Prices are average for the island. Nothing over the top are worth going back again for but decent sushi.
Watch out - if going to their early bird discount hours. Some items half off or discounted. They forgot my order - the kitchen. They add 4 % for kitchen fee then automatically add over 20% original price of items. Only 4% fee is mentioned on menu. Manager said standard to add 20% of original price for happy hour but it is not on menu or sign. He took off 20 % charge so I could add my own tip. Ramen was rich. Shrimp dynamite smaller than I remeber but still tasty. Very dark - cannot see menu - use phone flashlight. Brownie - was a very bad dry cake. Apple tart was better but very thin. I remember it being different - bigger with more apples and a crust. With the added charges and missed order - they forget to make my order so I had to wait longer for my food. Large party charge for everyone - even 1 to 3 on table....maybe not worth it.
We've dined here in the past and were disappointed on this latest visit. It's now more a bar than a restaurant and the menu has been scaled back significantly. It's mainly a drink and rolled sushi kind of place. Gone are the foie gras sushi, green lipped mussels and other items we've had on prior visits. We started with Macallan 12 on the rocks ($21) and Bombay Sapphire gin & tonic ($16). My friend ordered the Issei Combo ($29.50), featuring a spicy ahi roll and four nigiri (tamago, ahi, Hamachi, and salmon). He added an order of Hotategai ($11). I ordered Hamachi ($13) and Unagi nigiri ($12) and the Raw Blue Crab Poke ($19). The sushi was just okay; I felt that the rice was underseasoned. The raw crab poke was really halves of raw crab over a salad. The crab tasted okay but there was too much dressing, so the greens were soggy. Another round of drinks followed. The bill came to just short of $203 (including tip). Afterward, we went to Island Gourmet Market and found better sushi for far less money. Later, I felt ill and think it was revenge of the raw crab. Thus, this will be our last visit to Sansei at Waikoloa. One and a half to two stars.
During our staycation in Waikiki, we came here for dinner on a Saturday evening. We walked in at 5:30 and was able to get a table for four without a reservation. Our server was very nice and gave us a lot of recommendations on what to order - all of which were excellent. The panko crusted ahi was my fave. The early bird specials are only available on Sunday and Mondays from 4:45 - 5:30. Go before opening, as there are usually people lined up for the EB (no reservations are available for the early bird).
This was a good option for a last minute meal in Waikiki! The location is a bit funky as it is located in a hotel. You'll need to take the elevator up to the third floor to get to the restaurant. We were seated quickly, but our waitress was very very forgetful. We had to ask for things multiple times and even asked other waiters for help. Panko crusted ahi- 7/10! Really good sauce, small portion. Sushi roll was 10/10- we got the one with Thai chili sauce and crispy sweet potato on top- delicious! Overall, a bit overpriced for the amount of food you get. Not sure we would return!
Best sushi in the strip -among the Waikiki restaurant I've been to yet! And I lived here along time! What makes it very special is the fact that they have very attentive service Andy was so accommodating and very customer service oriented! His picture is included In this review so you know who to ask for. The food is always fresh and tasty ! They stick with what they know best which includes the the most excellent Butter Fish! The spider ( softshell crab ) rolls are to die for!! Elevators were out and it took a long time to get up there had to walk from one end of the hotel to the other to catch the one elevator that was working! After explain this to Sean, he loved me too six minutes early for the early bird special! so accommodating!
make sure to get a reservation in advance for the holiday season! sansei is connected to DK steakhouse and both menus are available. they serve a variety of "americanized" japanese dishes, and are famous for their dynamite shrimp -- which although tastes good, is definitely not light or healthy. their pickled cucumbers were addictive. while the nobu style miso cod piqued our interest, it was rather underwhelming.
We enjoyed their delicious, fresh sushi and fish during their early bird special (Sundays & Mondays at 5:00pm almost everything was 50% off). Get there a half hour early to get a table. The butterfish was melt in your mouth, and their sushi and sashimi is so fresh. Highly recommend.
3 months ago
Sansei never fails to impress. Every time I've come to the islands, I make it a point to eat here. The food is absolutely delicious, the atmosphere feels a little more intimate, and the service is exceptional. As with each time I've dined here, I make it a point to start with the dynamite shrimp appetizer. It is so delicious, Im always wanting more after devouring the entire place. Moving forward in the meal, the rolls we went with were the Takah, Inside Out Spicy Tuna, and the Spicy Garlic Shrimp rolls. Each roll comes out with beautiful presentation, and such great flavor combinations. If you love garlic, the Spicy Garlic Shrimp roll is the one for you. It is quite a stunning showcase of garlic flavoring, with the sweet taste of the shrimp. Highly recommend, I know that I will be dining here for many future ventures. read more
Overall experience was great! It's the sushi spot & steak place together. Service was prompt and friendly. The food was very tasty and had robust flavor in every dish Their sashimi was fresh, I ordered twice. It's dimmed lighting inside on the quieter side. Very romantic and intimate. It definitely gives of a fine dining vibe. read more
My sister wanted to try out Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar for their 50% off early bird special (Sunday & Monday, 5:00pm-5:30pm). They're on the third floor, connected to d.k. Steakhouse, their sister restaurant. 50% off includes everything except dishes with two asterisks. No reservations; first come, first served. They charge an additional 4% for food service along with 20% automatic gratuity on the grand total. - Edamame ($4.00 USD) - standard fare - Crab ramen with truffle butter broth ($20.00 USD) - broth lacked depth, noodles were disappointing - Nobu style miso butterfish ($22.00 USD) - tender, flakey and nicely roasted - Crispy fried calamari ($7.00 USD) - standard - Crispy brussel sprouts ($8.00 USD) - Negi hama roll ($6.00 USD for 6) - California roll ($7.38 USD for 8) - Scallop & cucumber roll ($7.50 USD for 6) - solid - Unagi roll ($7.50 USD for 6) - standard - Tekka maki roll ($7.00 USD for 6) - ahi was fresh - Ume shiso maki roll ($3.50 USD for 6) - good - Cucumber & avocado roll ($4.75 USD for 8) - Hamachi sashimi ($12.50 USD for 8) - Salmon sashimi ($21.75 USD for 16) - small but good quality - Shime saba ($9.38 USD for 8) - good but smaller slices than the salmon - Tamago sashimi ($2.94 USD for 4) read more
Had my birthday dinner here last month as I was staying at hotel couple blocks down. Rsvp no problem and we were able to order drinks and food right away. Server was attentive and friendly and gave us suggestions as we all haven't been here in a while. We got a wedge salad, calamari, and couple of sushi to start. Ordered miso butterfish and they had a half ribeye and half something else I forgot but it was super good nice and tender! We shared it between 5 people and it was enough. They have a photographer that takes table pictures so if you want to buy you can. They have indoor and outdoor seating which is nice and you can see the sunset. read more
It was hyped up for sure, so perhaps a little overrated. We had ordered sashimi, crab dip, 3 rolls, a wedge salad, and wing dings, plus drinks. It might have been the concoction of all the things, but my stomach was rallied early immediately afterwards and through the night. Considering another spot we enjoyed better, I don't think I'll return, but I'm glad we tried it nonetheless. read more
Just went here for Thanksgiving dinner. First let's start with the parking. I would pay for valet if I had to come back here again. The parking lot is awful. It's two way with barely enough room for two cars to pass each other let alone make the turns and heaven forbid someone not be fully pulled into a stall. If you're able take the stairs. The elevators are incredibly slow. We were greeted by the host staff and seated fairly quick. But we were given the worst table in the place despite it being 2/3 empty. We were up against the wall squeezed right between the door to go to the outdoor seating and the service station with the water jugs. Our waiter was nice especially since he seemed to be almost the only one there and working a holiday can be stressful. We ordered drinks that took longer to come out than the appetizers. When we asked the person (not or waiter) who brought the apps about the drinks we were told that's not his area that's the bar. For apps wre got the dynamite shrimp which was pretty mid and the hamachi carpaccio which was good. My mom ordered the ramen which came out at the same time as the apps which didn't seem appropriate. The ramen was good. The broth was flavorful and you could taste the crab really well. My dad and I got sushi which was fine. Nothing on the dessert menu really seemed enticing so we skipped. They add a 4% kitchen fee that is not stated prior anywhere. Overall a pretty disappointing thanksgiving dinner out. It'll be a while before I come back if ever. There are way better japanese restaurants for comparable prices. read more
Service was friendly & hostess were wonderful. It is the seafood & steak restaurant in one. Daughter had the kids Alfredo pasta which was a large portion that the brought out first. I noticed on the island when you order edamame it comes out cold, which is fine but this ad and I had no salt whatsoever on it so it was very bland we had to add lots of table salt to it. The fish in the sushi was fresh in the rolls were large, but there was a little bit too much fish eggs on the one of them. splitting two rolls and the edamame was enough food for dinner. Prices are average for the island. Nothing over the top are worth going back again for but decent sushi. read more
Watch out - if going to their early bird discount hours. Some items half off or discounted. They forgot my order - the kitchen. They add 4 % for kitchen fee then automatically add over 20% original price of items. Only 4% fee is mentioned on menu. Manager said standard to add 20% of original price for happy hour but it is not on menu or sign. He took off 20 % charge so I could add my own tip. Ramen was rich. Shrimp dynamite smaller than I remeber but still tasty. Very dark - cannot see menu - use phone flashlight. Brownie - was a very bad dry cake. Apple tart was better but very thin. I remember it being different - bigger with more apples and a crust. With the added charges and missed order - they forget to make my order so I had to wait longer for my food. Large party charge for everyone - even 1 to 3 on table....maybe not worth it. read more
We've dined here in the past and were disappointed on this latest visit. It's now more a bar than a restaurant and the menu has been scaled back significantly. It's mainly a drink and rolled sushi kind of place. Gone are the foie gras sushi, green lipped mussels and other items we've had on prior visits. We started with Macallan 12 on the rocks ($21) and Bombay Sapphire gin & tonic ($16). My friend ordered the Issei Combo ($29.50), featuring a spicy ahi roll and four nigiri (tamago, ahi, Hamachi, and salmon). He added an order of Hotategai ($11). I ordered Hamachi ($13) and Unagi nigiri ($12) and the Raw Blue Crab Poke ($19). The sushi was just okay; I felt that the rice was underseasoned. The raw crab poke was really halves of raw crab over a salad. The crab tasted okay but there was too much dressing, so the greens were soggy. Another round of drinks followed. The bill came to just short of $203 (including tip). Afterward, we went to Island Gourmet Market and found better sushi for far less money. Later, I felt ill and think it was revenge of the raw crab. Thus, this will be our last visit to Sansei at Waikoloa. One and a half to two stars. read more
During our staycation in Waikiki, we came here for dinner on a Saturday evening. We walked in at 5:30 and was able to get a table for four without a reservation. Our server was very nice and gave us a lot of recommendations on what to order - all of which were excellent. The panko crusted ahi was my fave. The early bird specials are only available on Sunday and Mondays from 4:45 - 5:30. Go before opening, as there are usually people lined up for the EB (no reservations are available for the early bird). read more
2 years ago
This was a good option for a last minute meal in Waikiki! The location is a bit funky as it is located in a hotel. You'll need to take the elevator up to the third floor to get to the restaurant. We were seated quickly, but our waitress was very very forgetful. We had to ask for things multiple times and even asked other waiters for help. Panko crusted ahi- 7/10! Really good sauce, small portion. Sushi roll was 10/10- we got the one with Thai chili sauce and crispy sweet potato on top- delicious! Overall, a bit overpriced for the amount of food you get. Not sure we would return! read more
Best sushi in the strip -among the Waikiki restaurant I've been to yet! And I lived here along time! What makes it very special is the fact that they have very attentive service Andy was so accommodating and very customer service oriented! His picture is included In this review so you know who to ask for. The food is always fresh and tasty ! They stick with what they know best which includes the the most excellent Butter Fish! The spider ( softshell crab ) rolls are to die for!! Elevators were out and it took a long time to get up there had to walk from one end of the hotel to the other to catch the one elevator that was working! After explain this to Sean, he loved me too six minutes early for the early bird special! so accommodating! read more
make sure to get a reservation in advance for the holiday season! sansei is connected to DK steakhouse and both menus are available. they serve a variety of "americanized" japanese dishes, and are famous for their dynamite shrimp -- which although tastes good, is definitely not light or healthy. their pickled cucumbers were addictive. while the nobu style miso cod piqued our interest, it was rather underwhelming. read more
We enjoyed their delicious, fresh sushi and fish during their early bird special (Sundays & Mondays at 5:00pm almost everything was 50% off). Get there a half hour early to get a table. The butterfish was melt in your mouth, and their sushi and sashimi is so fresh. Highly recommend. read more
1 year ago
We waited over 45 min for our reserved table before finally leaving. We observed slow service and a dirty kitchen.This photo is of old dirty dishes piled high next to "clean" silverware. They were there the entire time! read more
2 years ago
Having arrived on the island late on a Sunday, I wanted a good meal, focusing on local flare like fresh fish, but bear my hotel. I was able to get in here right before closing. I ordered the wakame and cucumber salad with mixed seafood (blue crab, shrimp, and octopus) and the chirashi bowl. Wakame salad - there was very little wakame. It was mostly cucumber that was a little too sweet for my liking. It was a small portion. There was very little crab. It was ok. 2.5/5 Chirashi bowl - sushi rice, omelette, flying fish roe, salmon roe, ahi, salmon, yellow tail, seared savored, spicy tuna, pickled radish, and more cucumber. The fish was fresh. The portion was massive. I enjoyed almost everything. The omelette. Was too dense. They put cucumber again, which as a I said previously was too sweet. 3/5 Value? Two dishes - one a big portion, one small. No drinks. $66 with tip. That's a high price normally. But the quality is there and the service is good. read more
My husband and I had our date night here during their half-off Monday. I gotta say, after all these years, the food is still delicious! We enjoyed every bite. The service was great from the very beginning as the hostess took our information till the moment we walked out the door. read more
2 years ago
Sensei will ALWAYS be on our itinerary whenever we're in Honolulu. We've been traveling to Honolulu for many years and have dined at many of the restaurants in Waikiki, without question Sansei is our favorite. Great ambiance, outstanding service (Beigh has been our favorite server) and the food is always incredible!! The Cajun Seared Walu Sashimi is the best Sashimi that we've had anywhere in the world. If you're a fan of quality Sushi, Sensei won't disappoint!! I would highly recommend making a reservation. Moderately priced, great value!! read more
You know, this wasn't my favorite. But I was pleasantly surprised about a few things. The spicy tuna? Actually spicy. Did the color throw me off? Yes. Did the flavor wow me? No. But it was actually spicy. Forreal. The scallop? Too much. Too creamy. But I understood. And it tasted fine. Eel? Torched that bad boy and I loved it. read more
Had a great dinner with the family. First off, our server was awesome - super friendly and always checking how we were doing even though she was busy with other tables. Overall the food quality was good, although some dishes were definitely better than others. We sat outside which was nice to overlook Waikiki. It wasn't the cheapest dinner because we just shared and ordered a bunch of appetizers. All in all, we had fun and would consider coming back. I liked that they had free 3-hour parking in their garage. read more
The Big Daddy sashimi platter is a very reasonable $76 and well worth it. The kizami wasabi it comes with is amazing. The Sansei special roll was delicious, as was the lobster shrimp mashed potatoes and the fried chicken wings. I thought this might be a watered down sushi spot, but the fish was fresh and everything reasonably priced. They now offer a combined menu (DK Steakhouse and Sansei). The inside is a bit crowded but we sat by the window at a big table so it was a good experience. Service was great. read more
Heard the happy hour deal was good here and looking at the menu it certainly is a great spot for happy hour! Items are 50% off (unless stated otherwise) and the menu was very generous! FOOD: I would say overall, the food is all right with some dishes being a lot better than others. But out of all the dishes we had, I would say only 1-2 dishes really felt like they were done very well. Crab truffle ramen - Tasty dish! And the truffle broth went well with the savory broth. I liked that there were visible pieces of crab meat in this dish. Often times I feel like places cut them up so small, you can't even see them. Tako Wasabi - Way too much wasabi. 100% cleared my nostrils. I think this one was way stronger than it needed to be. But for the 1/2 prize it's certainly a deal! Pork Chops - One of the favorites! This was cooked so well and so tender. I truly enjoyed this dish and would recommend it! Lobster Crab Ravioli - Surprisingly, this was my least favorite dish which I thought had a lot of potential to be really good. The sauce/gravy that was used was extremely sweet and overpowering. It took away from the ravioli I feel. Sushi Rolls - One was the Sansei Roll and the other was an Eel roll. Both were good! Nothing too special but good. SERVICE: Service was relatively quick and we got seated fast! We did wait 30min for the happy hour opening since a line tends to form way before they open but once they opened things moved fast. AMBIANCE: Comfortable and cozy! A bit dim lit but the windows provide a great view of Waikiki and it's gorgeous during sunset. Overall, I'd come again for the happy hour since it was a good deal! read more
2 years ago
DK'S CRAB RAMEN WITH TRUFFLE BUTTER BROTH. SIGN ME UP EVERY DAY. This restaurant was at our hotel so we made reservations and good thing because this place was poppin. The server we had was great, she was really apologetic about the kitchen being slow that night. That's why I'd say my review is really a 3.8/5. Since the food arrived at different times, the experience wasn't as solid as I would have expected but the food was delicious. I'd eat that ramen every day if I could. The restaurant has 2 sides to it - sushi/seafood side and the other for the steakhouse. Both areas serve the full menu. It's on the 3rd floor of the hotel facing the courtyard so it's very pretty, especially at night. I'd recommend this place for sure. Hopefully next time the kitchen will be a little more on time. read more
Would you pay $16 for three pieces of ravioli? Half price on many items Sunday, Monday before 6pm at Waikiki, 530pm at Kihei and Waikoloa. Came here Sunday at 4:30pm and we were among the first in line for the half price Sunday dinner. The first 48 people in the table line get in starting at 5:15pm in small groups. The first 18 people in the bar line get in. All prices are the regular prices before 50% discounting. The $10.25 california roll was relatively bland, with the artificial crab not even tasting like a good fresh fish. May as well get the 69 roll which is a jazzed up California roll. The $21 crab ramen was the real deal, a ramen soup that even my wife liked. The crab was body crab, not leg crab, the type of crab you find in canned crab. Loved the thin ramen noodles, and the broth was tasty without being too salty, mixed in with vegetables and sliced jalapenos for kick. The $13 mango crab handroll was delicious, if on the small side, with tasty crab in a wrap with sliced mango on the side. The $16 lobster ravioli was to die for. Great lobster taste, but only three small pieces of ravioli, probably the priciest dish for the serving size. Not many people would reorder this dish at regular prices. The $15 misoyaki chicken was a large serving of grilled chicken cooked in that delicious misoyaki sauce. We didn't order the $25 misoyaki butterfish, our long time favorite, as the discounted price is $19, not $12.50 as in the past, pricey for 4 small pieces. We would come back the following day on a Monday at 5pm. The dining line was way too long, so we got in the shorter bar line. More people than Sunday probably because Monday was a rainy cloudy day, and Sunday every one was at the beach. 20% mandatory gratuity added to the non discounted food total, along with a 3% surcharge. Tax included on the discounted food, the 3% surcharge, and the 20% gratuity. Sunday we paid a mandatory gratuity of $19.41 on $48.55 discounted food bill. Monday we paid a mandatory gratuity of $16.15 on a $40.40 discounted food bill. We were effectively paying a mandatory 40% gratuity on our discounted food bill. The gratuity, since it is mandatory, is taxable, as is the 3% kitchen service surcharge. My only other regret is that the wife, who is not a ramen fan, counted our two days of eating crab ramen toward my allotment of ramen for our Waikiki stay. read more
1 year ago
We tried two of their specialty rolls (Diablo and Moonrise), and they were spectacular. The whole experience was excellent and well worth the money. Will be back soon! read more
This visit was my last dinner on vacation in Hawaii and the service didn't live up to the aloha spirit (or really any nicer restaurant). Got here around 8:50 pm as the place closes at 9:30 pm. Just looking to get some quick and good sashimi. Upon arrival, the Maitre Dee first tells us that the kitchen closes at 9:30 so we have 40 minutes to order food. No problem. Then she turns the small clock atop her stand towards us to show us the time (we have watches). Again, we can order sashimi in under 40 minutes. Then she tells us it'll be 5 minutes before our table is ready but the place is like 90% empty? They tell us that they need to sweep a lot of sand away from the table we're supposed to sit at. We said sand is fine since we're in Hawaii next to the beach but they wanted to clean the area around this table as opposed to seating us at any other open table. So, with 40 minutes before the kitchen closes and warning from hostess, they want us to wait an extra 5 minutes to be seated when 90% of the tables are open??? Then, our waitress shows up but seems very uninterested. We needed a minute to figure out our order but then we had to flag her down. Food arrives. The salmon and yellowtail sashimi are good. The pricier fatty tuna (toro) had a lot of fish sinew which was disappointing considering the higher price. They gave us pickled wasabi which was a nice treat. Kudos to the two folks on water duty as they were very attentive to refill our waters. But sadly, the whole experience trying to get a table/food plus the fish sinew made for a pretty bad dining experience and hence the low stars. read more
Tried to get in for happy hour but did not make it!! Gotta get there suuuuuuper early and stand in line. But it was good. We put our names on the wait list and they were more than accommodating with us taking a walk down Kalakaua. When we got there, we got seated right away. My favorite dish was the AHI CARPACCIO!!!!! Omg I must go again to eat that. I am probably only gonna go back for that. Although all the dishes we had was amazing!! read more
Was in Waikiki to enjoy some Lunar New Year festivities. Took a walk and no availability for an hour. Hostess was nice and informed us if any MK shows she'd seat us. Waited in the waiting area about 25 minutes and lucky us! Got a nice table across the sushi bar and able to see outside as well. Friendly waitstaff and very efficient service. For dinner crab ramen with butter truffle broth, bagel roll and a cali smoked salmon topped with aioli and torched. Ramen came out first. I could immediately smell the truffle. My first taste and OMG! It's the best ramen I've had here on Oahu. Tender morsels of crab and the texture of the noodles were perfect. The best part? The BROTH! I took a spoonful before anything and the depth and richness were unbelievable. The portion was generous. Sushi was flavorful but the ramen was the prize winner! Definitely will return but, with a reservation! :0) read more
Top 3 favorite restaurant on Oahu! I've been coming here since I was a kid and they never disappoint (I've even been to locations on other islands). You have to come on Sunday or Monday for their early bird special. We typically line up around 3:45 and they come around to ask for your name, party size, and phone number just before 4:30. The line is always long and you want to be at the front to ensure you get the early bird prices in time! We have so many favorites it's hard to choose. But my top 3 recommendations are the mango crab salad roll, panko crusted ahi and the apple tart! Waikiki parking is always crazy so consider dropping someone off to stand in line and maybe find parking at the beach. read more
1 year ago
The truffle Brothers Ramen was so good and their steak was really good as well. The service was super good and we got our food pretty quick! The servers are always super sweet there. The ambience was really nice because we got to sit outside under the tiki fire torches and we had a nice view of the ocean. Worth a try come here. read more
Greeted warmly upon entering. Sat outside. It was a warm evening with a slight breeze and activity in the street. Big disappointment, they ran out of ravioli. Ordered sushi, pasta and salad. The Caesar salad was good. I used my chopsticks. It was a challenge but one I am easy to master. We ordered diamond back and blt sushi and seafood pasta. All was well prepared and good. read more
We've eaten at Sansei's Kapalua and Kihei locations on Maui so had to check out Honolulu. Reservations at 8:00 and we arrived 15" early and they seated us right away. Similar menu creations as their other restaurants - yea! Always fresh fish and sushi ingredients. We had the delicious misoyaki butterfish, variety of nigiri sushi from toro, uni, spicy tuna, hamachi, spider rolls some of the other specialty rolls. Great ambiance and sushi bar and stellar service! read more
3 years ago
Service was great. Food was fine. We'd heard there was a great view from the patio, but it's actually blocked by palm trees. We watched a very partial sunset. We would have booked before or after sunset so we wouldn't miss it next time. I asked for recommendations & I got the otoro (meh) & baked scallop nigiri (the best thing I had). I was sad there was no uni or omakase option. The Hawaiian Diablo Roll special was not diablo. The sauce had a kick, but ate way too sweet. The sushi was fine. Nothing spectacular. I also heard they had a sommelier, but wasn't offered the option to discuss wine. I just ordered whatever nigori they had on the menu instead. read more
1 year ago
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2552 Kalakaua Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815
Waikiki
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Is there still happy hour after 10pm?
No. Happy hour is 5:15-6pm on Sunday and Monday. Otherwise the restaurant opens at 5:30pm - 9:30pm.…
Where can you park for this location?
There is validation for this restaurant...HOWEVER, they didn't tell us when they validated it that you should go straight to the front gate and EVEN then, the machines at the exit don't work for the validation. We got to the parking garage after…
Is the bar self seating?
To my knowledge they seat everyone. Even at the bar. It's not a very large restaurant and they also serve dinner at at the bar
Is the Kama'āina discount back?
Not sure but the 50% off on Sunday and Monday is in effect for the first 45 mins when they open.
Is happy hour back?
As of 2/2022. The 'Early Bird Special' is back. We called to make sure! It is 50% off certain food items, on Sunday & Monday from 5:15PM – 6:00PM.…
Is this place still closed due to covid?
No they are open as of our visit on March 29th 2022.
I think I know the answer but just need to make sure If people dine in at DK's Can we order food as…
I believe you are able to order sushi & sashimi
When exactly is happy hour? What days? Is it every day? Is there a happy hour on Friday? Like at 530?
Kama'aina days (50% off food) are only Sundays and Mondays. The sushi bar section opens at 5:15 and the table section opens at 5:30. I recommend arriving at least an hour prior to either section opening to get in line and ensure your seats.
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