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    Sunrise Restaurant

    4.5 (317 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Ross T.

    Located off Kapahulu Ave, on the right side heading into Waikiki. They have only 2 parking spaces in front the restaurant and after that only street parking or public pay parking. I had the soup combo which I ordered spareribs soup and sushi, the spareribs soup was very good and the broth was very tasty the variety of sushi was good. My wife had the pig feet soup with a bowl of rice, which she enjoyed very much the portions are good size. Our friend had the sushi & soup combo which he enjoyed pig feet soup and sushi. We also shared the fried gesso which came out hot and crispy with a light miso dip, which was also good. Also we ordered Pork & Bitter Melon which was very tasty and delicious, which we shared . The service was great and you feel like you are visiting a friends house for dinner They have a restroom

    Pig's feet soup & Sushi to go.
    Danny B.

    Had the pig's feet soup w/sushi, very ONO and filling. Whenever I crave for Okinawan food, this is the place to be, will definitely be back. Parking sucks

    Pigs feet soup
    Rand E.

    A very nice local mom and pop restaurant. Service was extremely slow, took 45 minutes to get served our meals. 8 people were in the restaurant when we got there at 5:30 so didn't expect such a long wait. The food was good, just home cooking. The special sushi and soup was the best deal with a good portion of sushi and choice of soup (had pigs feet). Soba broth was very tasty and pork spareribs delicious. Mackerel was good but only ok, the side salad was very tasty a refreshing. The fried noodles were interesting with pickled ginger and spam. Overall a good meal but not that inspiring.

    8. Spare Rib Soup 9. Pork Bitter Melon 11. Okinawan Style Stir Fried Noodle
    Laishung C.

    The food was delicious especially, the spare ribs soup was so delicious. I'm thinking of going back and just ordering that. And the owner was very entertaining with playing music and singing. This place is a little hole in the wall but surprisingly it was really good.

    Combination: Sushi & Soup: Pig Feet Soup (top) and Spare Rib Soup (bottom)
    Daniel C.

    Sunrise Restaurant is in the Kapahulu area and they have a small lot that can fit up to two cars out in front. Otherwise it's residential parking, metered parking on Kapahulu or the paid lot across the street next to Side Street Inn. The restaurant looks a little run down outside and inside is cozy but dated. It feels sort of nostalgic though. They offer Okinawan food and IMO, their cuisine is a little bland for my personal tastes but it's still good nonetheless. Healthy food and Sunrise Restaurant offers a good selection of items. I was super lucky because on the day I came, someone was just leaving that was parked right in front of the restaurant. We entered and were greeted immediately. Within moments we received our menus, napkin, chopsticks and water. We ordered their Combination: Sushi & Soup. One with Pig Feet Soup and one with Spare Rib Soup. I got my sushi with no salmon so they subbed it with tako. The kitchen was quick and we ate in no time. We did share a piece of each of the pig feet and spare rib so we could both try it. Both were super tender and the portion size of the meal was just right. The hot sauce in the golden tube is amazing! Paul C raved about it so I had to try it for myself. It was delicious and the perfect condiment for me with Okinawan food. I feel bad because I think I used about 1/3-1/2 the tube lol. It was a nice addition to the Spare Rib and Pig Feet but it was phenomenal in the soup. My soup was red! Don't worry, I drank it all so I wouldn't waste a drop. I don't want to write a whole paragraph just on the hot sauce so...customer service was friendly from entry to exit of the restaurant. Great Okinawan restaurant in the Kapahulu area with legit hot sauce!

    Pig's feet soup
    Jo Y.

    Yes, an authentic Okinawa restaurant in Kapahulu, Honolulu named Sunrise Restaurant! Present husband-wife owners, Chokatsu & Tomoko Tamayose, both from Okinawa, opened this hole-in-the-wall restaurant in 1999, which has been in operation for the past 25 years! Chokatsu's aunty, Kiyo Irei, formerly owned this shop called Sunrise Coffee Shop and cooked home-style Okinawan dishes for the community. The restaurant offered many Okinawan immigrants, their kids, & students a place that reminded them of their homes in Okinawa. After she retired in 1998, diners missed her cooking. Chokatsu told her that he had wanted to open his own sushi restaurant, but Kiyo suggested that he combine Okinawan food with sushi, as she promised to teach him her Okinawan recipes & help him run the restaurant. And this began Sunrise Restaurant. The owners embody the spirit of "icharibe-choda," which is an Okinawan phrase that is a secret to happiness in promoting brotherhood & teamwork that makes people help each other, i.e., treating everyone like family, even if you've never met them before. Thus, Sunrise Restaurant became a gathering place for HI's Okinawan community with its generous hospitality. After the pandemic, Sunrise Restaurant was faced when challenging financial problems as to whether they could continue operations, as with other small local mom-&-pop restaurants. Fortunately, close friends of the owners came to the aid in contacting professionals to provide social media, legal, financial, marketing and food industry assistance in keeping the restaurant afloat. Even students that the owners had helped years before, came back to help out! Menu offerings include: sushi; sushi & soup combo; sashimi; soba; soup (pig's feet, spare rib, miso, oxtail); pork bittermelon; pork tofu; yakisoba; fish (salmon, mackerel, Hamachi kama, salmon dynamite); pork cutlet; tempura; fried squid; poke. An additional $3 will get you rice, miso soup, & takuan. Certain dishes are served on specific days of the week or may be sold out, so if you're set on a dish, call ahead to ensure that they will have it available. And it's BYOB! We had the following: * Sushi & pig's feet soup special. Freshly made sushi includes 3 pcs maguro, 2 pcs hamachi, 1 pc ika, 2 pcs CA roll, 1 tamago with ginger & wasabi; great presentation & not fishy. Served temperature hot, the clear soup had a huge piece of pig's feet, mustard cabbage, daikon, konbu; it was very flavorful & not overpowering. * Salmon dynamite. Delicious salmon topped with onions & mushrooms in a special mayo sauce. Very tasty salmon that was excellent with hot rice. Loved the presentation with the top somewhat charred & accompanied with about a dozen half slices of fresh cucumbers. * Miso soup, rice, takuan. The flavorful miso soup was loaded with mustard cabbage, wakame, tofu, egg, daikon. Rice was temperature hot & fluffy; takuawan was bright yellow & very crunchy. Chokatsu & Tomoko are very welcoming, friendly & will make the diners feel comfortable by interacting with their customers. Chokatsu runs the sushi counter & cooks in the kitchen, while Tomoko works in the front in taking/serving your order & takes your payment. After Chokatsu is done cooking dinner on a Sat. night, he provides entertainment for all! He will play the sanshin, a 3-string Okinawan banjo covered with snakeskin, with a Japanese soup spoon. He will start singing, & diners will join him in traditional Okinawan singing & dancing. So, once you're seated, there are no time limits as to how long you can stay there, so prepare to have a good time! Reservations, even for just 2 people, are necessary, as you would be turned away if seats are not available. Note that even for a weekday lunch when I called about whether reservations were required for the 2 of us, Tomoko made a reservation, as the last hour of the lunch hour had people trickling in for a meal. The restaurant exterior certainly does not reflect the ambiance & décor of the interior. With seating for only about 20 people, the interior gives you a feeling that you're in your aunty's home, with the décor of pictures, trinkets, origami cranes, Japanese beer bottles, posters, photos, & more. Hours of operation are Mon to Fri 11:30a to 2 for lunch, Sat 5:30p to 9p for dinner, Sun closed. However, large private parties with minimum 15 people may reserve the restaurant on Sundays. Restaurant front is on Herbert St, which is off of Kapahulu Ave & about a block from Rainbow Drive In. Parking can be challenging, as there are only 3 free parking stalls fronting the restaurant. Otherwise, there is a public parking lot nearby, metered parking on Kapahulu Ave, & street parking in the neighborhood. What a great restaurant for homestyle & old-school Okinawan cuisine with a friendly ambiance! We look forward in returning to try their other menu offerings, & to know more of the colorful Okinawan backgrounds of the owners! Support local!

    1-15-24 Storefront
    Nadine C.

    Lunch in Kapahulu, Honolulu, Hawaii... A few months ago, my cousin was visiting from Indonesia and told me that he was going to have dinner with his friends at Sunrise Restaurant. I had never heard of this establishment before, so I wanted to check it out. My friends and I tried to dine here last holiday (Martin Luther King, Jr.), but I didn't make reservations, and they were closed. Knowing that parking is challenging in the area, we made plans for the next holiday (President's Day), so that metered street parking would be free. This time, I made a reservation for 11:30am (opening time). It worked! I arrived early to get one of the 3 parking stalls right in front of the entrance on the Herbert Street side. A couple of other people parked on nearby streets. Inside, the cozy, old-school restaurant felt like grandma's house. Even the restroom had knick knacks like someone's home. I especially liked the Ohtani jerseys hanging at the entrance. Our server said she went to LA to get them!!! Service was super polite, cheerful, and friendly! We were checked on and welcomed in a friendly manner! Food was tasty and had beautiful presentation! I got the combo sushi and soup meal. I chose Okinawan Soba for my soup and it was delicious! The meat was so tender and flavorful... it almost fell off the bone! Noodles were springy and not mushy. The fish on the sushi was fresh and smooth - not dry nor stringy! We were really impressed with this 25 year old Mom and Pop type of place! Prices and portions were great! I'll be back soon!

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    Paul C.

    Second time is a charm. Our previous attempt to dine at Sunrise Restaurant (SR) was a failure as they were closed that day. We were disappointed and ended up eating elsewhere. On this President's Day, Auntie (aka Nadine C.) did her homework to ensure they would be open and made reservations for our group. Located on the lower half of Kapahulu Ave with iconic Rainbow Drive Inn a block away, SR has been in business since 1999 which explains their 25 years of existence displayed on their wall with gold balloons. SR boasts Okinawan food with popular dishes of Okinawa Soba, pork bittermelon (champuru), shoyu pork and pig's feet soup. SR is a very homey type of restaurant with a festive decor displaying many artifacts and decorations representing Okinawa, including the shamisen with reptile skins. They also had Japanese news/television playing in the background. I usually order bittermelon when I patronize Okinawan themed restaurants but this time I decided to get the sushi and soup combo where I selected spare rib soup. I really wanted to try the pig's feet soup but the Chinese in me told me to eat spare ribs after fracturing my rib last week. We used the waiting time discussing recent food finds and the Lunar New Year. I like dining with foodie friends because the conversation cannot be boring. Our foods were delivered to our table and after we snapped away, it was time to dig in. THE VERDICT: To be frank, the food quality exceeded my expectations. I've had Okinawan food before and even traveled to Okinawa but I could taste the passion and dedication. Indeed it tasted homey but at a higher level as we are at a restaurant. I loved the spare rib soup as clearly it was cooked for a long time. The meat was fall off the bone tender and served with freshly grated ginger that woke up your palate. The broth was rich but not greasy or oily. I also loved the fresh greens inside that contrasted the slowly cooked daikon that just absorbed the broth. The sushi that came with it was equally delicious. It was made by the chef and could taste the chef's dedication that made it special. It had a smear of wasabi in each nigiri that was just right for the slices of raw fish. So delicious. The highlight of the lunch was this Japanese chili paste that came in a squeezable gold colored tube that resembles toothpaste. It was delicious. Do I dare say better than Sriracha? I kept on squeezing chili sauce multiple times as it paired well with the spare ribs. Service was above average as the waitress came to our noisy table multiple time to ensure our water glasses were filled and didn't rush us despite other tables leaving before us, regardless we were the first to arrive at 1130am opening. Overall, a delightful surprise and appreciation of Okinawan food at SR where I yearn for a return visit. Perhaps I can corral the family on coming here for dinner one day. This way I can order more food off the menu and try other offerings.

    Rice, pork bitter melon tofu, and squid tempura
    Debra N.

    This is a hole in the wall Okinawa Cuisine. It's a family restaurant with female, name Tomoko taking yorder and delivering your meal. She knows we are new customers. Of course I'm taking pictures. Then, she noticed me watching Japanese women golfers on her tv. She asked if I like golf. I said,"Yes." It's very Okinawa culture conscious and love their music, gentle atmosphere. Mostly, it's somewhat low key most of the time! Their signature dish is that dynamite salmon...and the best one of most salmon that I've taste. This is what brings me back. Learn to eat bitter melon...biggest health benefits, Ciao!!!

    Pig's feet 2. Large Sushi
    Isabella N.

    Really cozy spot with authentic Okinawan food! Everything was so good but my favorites were the pig's feet soup, bittermelon stirfry, and butterfish. Great service as well, really feels like you're eating with family at home :)

    Champuru or Pork Bittermelon
    Steve T.

    On my list for some times and finally got to go due to a family member mentioning it and wanting to go. Located just down the street from Rainbiw drive inn. Small little hole in the wall literally. Parking can be hard but there are 2 small tiny stalls just in front of the store. Food is Okinawan style so don't get confused with regular japanese food so no teriyaki here lol. So we had Pig feet soup, spare rib soup, okinawan soba soup, bittermelon, and squid tempura. Overall all the broth was very simple but tasty. Meats fell off the bone. Bittermelon was good with pork egg and tofu. Tempura is a batter mix of squid and mixed veggies in a Pancake style batter, think of okazuya style. Sushi with the combos were also really good and fresh, rice to fish portions were good too. Small inside maybe can accommodate 20 people. Inside almost reminds me of Japan and the small izukaya or yokocho feel

    Pig's Feet Soup
    Suri S.

    Sunrise Restaurant is owned by a local Japanese couple who specializes in authentic Okinawan cuisine since 1999! Hole in the wall spot, It's kind of like walking into your Aunty's living room. The decorations are definitely old-school and has not been renovated in a long time. Two small tight parking spots located in the front, otherwise find street parking. It is open for takeout or dine in with reservations only. A small spot with only about 5 tables inside so reservations are needed. We saw walk in customers get turned away since they didn't have reservations. Very popular among local Japanese and native language spoken here. The best part: BYOB no corkage fee! Onto the foodie items: *Combination Sushi and Pig's Feet Soup Set ($18) *Combination Sushi and Okinawan Soba Soup Set *Dynamite Salmon ($14) The sushi was surprisingly fresh and tasty. A great value for the money considering the quality of fish. Dynamite salmon was very creamy and delicious! If you're feeling adventurous, try the Pig's Feet soup which was very tender and soup was flavorful. Okinawan soba soup was decent, but needed some extra flavor. Would come back to try other dishes!

    Instruments from Okinawa
    Irene B.

    The food was simple, not overdone. Simple fresh Okinawan family food. The service was excellent and very friendly. Open to conversations. The ambiance was like visiting someone's home. Olympics were showing on the television .

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    3 years ago

    Food is delish if looking for Okinawan dishes. Order in advance or reservations in advance is best.

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    Authentic, affordable, and a nice break from tourist traps. It's a mom and pop shop and you'd feel like you came home to feast.

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    Best Okinawa + Christian Restaurant, must go. There is a reason why this restaurant stays forever in Hawaii. Feel the love!

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    Amazing! Fresh and distinctive. Love the atmosphere and service. Food made with love.

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    $$

    Always fresh made Udon for there soups! Visiting the Honolulu location It can be in the 80's and…read morethese dishes hit the spot!

    It's a rare treat when I fall in love with a place and rave about it so much that I have to have it…read moreagain. Not only that, but I have to bring my significant other along to share in the deliciousness! I don't know how I'm just now talking about Marugame Udon. When I first came here, my friend and I decided to give it a try because we saw the longest line and wanted to see what all the hype was about. There was a couple in front of us who said they come here every time they visit Hawaiʻi and that it's a must-do stop on every trip. When you walk in, it's a small place. You can watch a team member washing the noodles and portioning them into bowls right in front of you. Then you choose your bowl size, small or large, and select your broth. After that, you get to choose from a variety of fried items and other à la carte options displayed on a warmer. Seating can be limited because of how busy this place gets. You line up to get your food, pay for it, grab your condiments, utensils, and a cup of water, then find a seat and enjoy. I've already been here twice, and after writing about my experience, I need to make a third visit happen very soon! There are not enough days off in a week to enjoy all of the amazing food on this island, but I'm going to do my best to experience as many places as I can. This place is totally worth the 45-minute commute from Wahiawa.

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    Dining room
    Dining room
    Kake Udon
    Kake Udon
    Inside seating

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    Inside seating
    Izakaya Tenkichi

    Izakaya Tenkichi

    4.6
    (248 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I went there for lunch. The atmosphere was great and the food even better. I had read some…read morereviews that did not agree with mine, but in general those were for dinners and usually just before closing time. Its no surprise that some of the dishes were not available as they are popular and probably ran out before the Reviewers got there. Small details, like having various salts for your tempura available as condiment on the table makes it an experience close to being in Japan/.

    If you're looking for an authentic Japanese izakaya experience, Izakaya Tenkichi is a must-visit…read more From the moment you walk in, the ambiance transports you straight to Japan. The cozy atmosphere, traditional decor, and lively energy make it feel like a neighborhood izakaya you'd stumble upon while exploring Tokyo. The food was outstanding. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and the tempura was fried to perfection, light, crispy, and never greasy. Some of our favorite dishes included the scallop sashimi, which was sweet and delicate, the assorted vegetable tempura, and the ikura & uni bowl, packed with rich flavors and premium ingredients. We also enjoyed several of their side dishes, each prepared with the same attention to quality and authenticity. Great food, great atmosphere, and a truly authentic dining experience. We can't wait to come back and try more of the menu!

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    Steep stairs. Much easier to navigate going up. Going down after some adult beverages? Better use the handrail
    Steep stairs. Much easier to navigate going up. Going down after some adult beverages? Better use the handrail
    Yuzu Cheese Cake ($5.50) - really sweet, especially with the granola. Would recommend getting a different dessert.
    Yuzu Cheese Cake ($5.50) - really sweet, especially with the granola. Would recommend getting a different dessert.
    Dinner Menu (1 of 12) as of 3/5/2026

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    Dinner Menu (1 of 12) as of 3/5/2026
    I-NABA

    I-NABA

    4.4
    (799 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    TL;DR This might be…read moremy favorite Japanese restaurant in town. Undisputed soba champion. ----- I'm surprised I haven't written a review for i-naba yet. This place has been a staple for my family ever since we moved back to O'ahu a few years ago. Bottom line? The soba noodles here are utterly fantastic. They are, in my humble opinion, the best on the island, and some of the best soba noodles I've ever had. I don't think anywhere else in Honolulu comes close. You come here to eat soba. Period. In addition to the soba being phenomenal, the other offerings at i-naba are also similarly great. Their tempura in particular is outstanding. I typically order the Jumbo Shrimp Tempura Bowl & Soba or the Dx Tempura Bowl & Soba. Plus an upgrade to a large size soba! The tempura is sooo good. It's crispy, light, and airy. The jumbo shrimp is especially succulent and tender. And the ingredients are always perfectly seasoned with the sweet and savory house sauce. Yummmy! If you're looking for the best soba and awesome tempura, this is your spot!!!

    Everytime I asked my Japanese clients which Japanese restaurant they enjoyed most in Honolulu,…read moreInaba consistently came up. And now I know why. I finally had lunch here a couple weeks ago and damn was my tempura and soba set broke da mout. The soba is housemade with a chewy consistency that I love. I had it cold with the dipping sauce and wow wow wow. So good. My friends suggested I get the shrimp and vegetable tempura as well which amazingly stayed crispy the whole time I savored each bite. Probably 30 minutes. Light crisp batter on perfectly cooked shrimp and veggies. Damn it was good. The service was great as well and I cannot wait to go back. Nice warm atmosphere and there's a free parking lot. It gets busy during lunch and dinner, so get there early or make a reservation. Enjoy!

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    I-NABA
    Tempura Zaru soba with edamame rice
    Tempura Zaru soba with edamame rice
    Hana soba

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