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    4.0 (368 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Allen N.

    Got the Da Original Steak Roll with garlic. It was well-seasoned, flavorful, and definitely something I'd order again. Just be sure to come early to beat the lunch rush, otherwise, you may be waiting a while for your order since the plate is made fresh.

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    Chris Y.

    Love burritos from Teppanyaki Farmer!!! Our ongoing search for tasty burtitos brought us here, since this is a favorite choice of my better half. Find TF in The Lanai, an above average food court on the mall level of Ala Moana Center near Macy's. We were warmly greeted at the counter by friendly staff who helped us with our order. Such a great way to start! Enjoyed our burritos - definitely a hana hou experience! Ample seating available in The Lanai. You may have a very brief wait for a table during prime dining times.

    Ribeye bowl- all greens
    Drizza N.

    Located at Ala moana food court court on the side that has Macy's. Great services. Quick and efficient. Relaxing food court atmosphere Rib rib, ribeye with free taste! We order medium rare and medium both are cooked how they should. Good tasting steaks without the dipping sauces that are available

    Steak Roll
    Lauree T.

    Best go-to lunch spot! I adore this unique combination of thinly sliced steak wrapped around julienned potatoes. The flavor combination is great and I always get this when I go to Ala Moana. There's a burst of flavor from the seasoning of the meat and the mild yet crunchy texture of the potatoes. They're also very fast when making it too :)

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    Alvin K.

    I've had lunch here a few times, but had yet to try their burritos, instead opting for the boneless Kalbi plate or bowl. My daughter and SIL loves getting them, so I decided to try one this time. I gotta admit, they're really packed (although it could use a bit more meat) and the taste is good. Although it's a bit pricey at $20, it's huge, so for me, will last at least 2 or 3 meals, lol. The combination of savory meat, together with soft rice and cheese, and the crunch from slightly sweet and sour pickled veggies, is a great taste. Everything is made to order, so it can take some time depending on how busy they are; typically it'll take around 10 minutes. If you don't mind the wait (and the price), Teppanyaki Farmer is a great dining option.

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    Lauren M.

    Teppanyaki Farmer is on my "safe" list meaning when I'm in doubt of what to eat, I can always rely on having a good meal here. The steak roll is my go-to and it never disappoints. The cost has gone up over the years, but so has everything else. I still believe they give a good amount of food and the quality is still there, despite what some other reviews state. The wait can be long when they are busy, but the workers are generally pleasant and helpful.

    Tiffany N.

    Not gonna lie, the smells lured me into to Teppenyaki Farmer and they delivered! Not only the smells but the line as well, it was one of the few stalls with a line of people for dinner. Line to order was quick, wait for food was moderate but they were churning and burning the orders. I got the Da Original Steak Roll plate and holy cannoli, it's a lot of food! I wasn't sure what to expect but really dug the hidden potatoes, just wish there was more options for sauce since it only comes with one. A little on the pricier side but it is meat and solid quality as well! Oh how the food court scene has evolved ever since my teen years of Bourbon St Chicken and Sbarro!

    JessicaLynn R.

    Absolutely filling and delicious!! The steak, the shredded potato, the garlic chips, and the sauce....perfect!! My go to place when I'm at Alamoana. There's a bit of a wait but worth it!! When I say this place has good steak plate lunches this is it!! So Ono!!!

    Boneless Kalbi Plate $17.90
    Kaile P.

    Teppenyaki is located in Lanai food court at Ala Moana Shopping Center by Macy's! Their restaurant is tucked in the corner next to Brug Bakery. We stopped by over the weekend and got their boneless Kalbi plate for $17.90. The plate came with a generous serving of boneless kalbi on a bed of romaine lettuce, topped with an egg (your way) and garlic chips. The meat was perfectly seasoned, tender and juicy. The garlic chips are optional but they're also my favorite part! While the plate was super delicious, I think the best deal is their boneless kalbi bowl. For $4.50 less, you can get the same amount of meat, minus the lettuce and extra scoop of rice. Do I smell a deal? I sure do! The service is fast and friendly. We'll be back soon to try their steak. If you plan on dining in the food court, try to avoid lunch time on a weekend lol. Seating is plentiful, but hard to come by during rush hour.

    Steak roll plate with BBQ sauce.
    Leland N.

    So this place is in the food court by Macy's at Ala Mona. It was my first time trying this place it wasn't that busy but looked interesting. I ordered the steak roll it was one of the popular ones so I decided to try it. I got it with extra sauce which was bbq I didn't expect it to be an actual roll style with salad underneath. It was really good I think I could've ate it with no rice but I had some. I got to say I will definitely go back here again to try the other food they offer.

    Scammers. I ordered ribeye bowl with onions and got some paper thin (maybe steak) meat.
    Honolulu P.

    Scammers. I ordered ribeye bowl with onions and got some paper thin (maybe steak) meat. When I went to ask what happened they said because I ordered it with onions that I get a shaved steak. Worst meat I ever ate and didn't finish! I told her to look at the menu...nothing is said about any shaved steak. Poor service and instead of making it right she said I'd have to pay full price. Horrible!!!!!

    Kalbi plate with over easy egg
    Toma C.

    Got the rib eye bowl. It was not bad for 24.00 but medium rare will be medium by the time you eat it. The bottom layer continues to cook. I chose the garlic chip it was good but it got soft too. I wish they still have the rib eye steak burrito...

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    Been eating here from back in the day when it was called Taes . So yummy! Love the thinly sliced meat and shredded potato. And the ponzu!

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    Tanaka of Tokyo Central - Sirloin, Filet Mignon, Ribeye, and Wagyu!

    Tanaka of Tokyo Central

    4.4(1.2k reviews)
    1.2 miWaikiki
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Established in 1978

    We've eaten to all the location and wanted to try this gem. It's a bit hidden location but great…read morespace and with better ambiance. Of course the food is amazing since we've tried all location and the price fits the experience. Our server Jayden and our chef Wei were both amazing and attentive. Our chef was funny and personable. Highly recommended!!!

    We celebrated Mother's Day at Tanaka of Tokyo, and once again, the experience was outstanding from…read morestart to finish. Despite handling over 400 reservations that evening, every staff member made us feel like we were their top priority. Special thanks to our server, Sasha, whose warmth, attentiveness, and genuine hospitality were extraordinary. She stayed cheerful and accommodating even in the busiest moments. Our chef, Joe, was equally remarkable. Knowing my 92-year-old mother needed her food chopped very small, he took great care to ensure everything was just right, even checking in to confirm the size of her chicken pieces. Joe also treated my husband and me to a special dish with his own homemade teriyaki sauce, explaining how he crafted it. His cooking skills, humor, and lively conversation made the evening feel personal and joyful. Watching him perform his signature fire and juggling tricks while chatting about travel had my mother giggling with delight! The food was, as always, perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. We enjoyed the poke (so fresh and flavorful!), soybeans with the perfect bite, shrimp, steaks, teriyaki chicken, lobster, scallops, and finished with their signature complimentary ice cream. We've been regulars at Tanaka for years, and it's clear why this restaurant continues to be one of Honolulu's treasures. My heartfelt thanks to the owner for maintaining such a consistently excellent establishment and to the entire team for their kindness, professionalism, and aloha spirit. If you're looking for a memorable dining experience filled with great food and genuine hospitality, Tanaka of Tokyo is the place to go!

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    Tanaka of Tokyo Central - We've ordered ribeyes and Wagyu. If you can't decide, just go for these, and you will not regret.

    We've ordered ribeyes and Wagyu. If you can't decide, just go for these, and you will not regret.

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    Yaki Yaki Miwa - Honey toast, ice cream, oki sweet potato

    Yaki Yaki Miwa

    4.3(342 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    Yaki Yaki Miwa-my new "discovery!" I cannot believe that I have driven past this restaurant for…read moreyears and never tried it before this evening. Tucked in between Sushi Sasabune and Pizza Rina on King Street just after Keeaumoku.... Be transported to Japan in the middle of Honolulu. Six seats around the grill to watch them cook teppanyaki style in front of you, plus table seating and booths around. Genuinely friendly and upbeat Japanese service. Cozy and inviting. One of the best places in town to get okonomiyaki- the cabbage/flour/egg /meat pancake that's served up topped with mayo and fish shavings as an option. Tried the suji sobameshi --beef tendon fried rice. This is a combination of noodles and rice with beef tendon, chopped up finely and cooked with soy. Very tasty way to eat rice. Late night happy hour Saturdays and Sundays from 9-10 pm. On Monday through Fridays they have two happy hours....5-6 pm and 9-10 pm. Reasonably priced offerings for most dishes... you may even pick up some recipes yourself by watching them cook! Definitely going back to experience the authentic Japanese atmosphere and try more tasty dishes. Free parking in back.

    The meal was great, but the service left a bad taste in our mouths, literally at the very end. We…read morewere a group of four ADULT, a 7-year-old KID and a 1-year-old BABY, and our bill came to about $300. When it was time to pay, the waitress hovered over us the whole time. My husband went to leave an 18% tip and she actually stopped him and said no, he needed to do at least 20% because we were a "party of six." She then went and did the exact same thing to my friend. Honestly, if there's a mandatory gratuity for larger groups, that's fine, but tell us upfront or just add it to the bill like normal. Don't stand over us and call us out while we're trying to pay. We eat out at least three times a week and have never had anything like this happen before. And counting a one-year-old as a full "person" for the headcount? Come on.

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    Yaki Yaki Miwa - Excellent Harami Steak prepared by the master

    Excellent Harami Steak prepared by the master

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    Matcha ice cream with purple sweet potato

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    Tanaka Of Tokyo West

    Tanaka Of Tokyo West

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    0.1 miAla Moana
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    I worked for the tourism industry for over 20 years as it kept me in line maintaining my foreign…read morelanguage skills. One of the perks was fam tours where businesses would invite tour coordinators to experience their business with hopes of us recommending them. This first hand experience was instrumental in "selling" the business as coordinators encountered the business firsthand. We could provide concrete details to convince and persuade the tourists to patronize them. One of the businesses was Tanaka of Tokyo (TT), which boasts teppanyaki, a type of Japanese cuisine that cooks on a flat griddle. TT started in 1978 in Waikiki Shopping Plaza, an impressive run of 48 years and still going strong. They currently have 3 locations: West (Ala Moana), Central (Waikiki Shopping Plaza) and East (Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel). They previously had locations at King's Village and Ilikai Hotel Yacht Harbor Tower. The main attraction of TT is having the chef cook in front of you. Food is cooked in front of you and served fresh. Entertainment is an additional attraction with teppanyaki. Out of town guests can really enjoy this unique experience. We celebrated a friend's birthday recently where TT East was the selected venue. They are located just next to Hookipa Terrace with nearby neighbors of California Pizza Kitchen and Jade Dynasty. Reservations were made in advance and our group of eight sat in a semi circle surrounding the grill. They have multiple courses to choose from where surf and turf is popular but I opted for the salmon course, which included green salad, miso soup, appetizer of grilled shrimp, sautéed veggies (onions, bell peppers and bean sprouts), Japanese pickles, rice and dessert. For a surcharge I got the garlic fried rice as I remembered this not only being entertaining but delicious. Our grill chef was Joe, a long time veteran of over 20 years where he also trains the new chefs of TT. He clearly engaged with us by also adding jokes in between. My salmon was executed well with a nice exterior crust, the meat was moist and seasoned perfectly. The only thing that didn't make the mark was the garlic fried rice. I recall it being more flavorful with also crispy garlic here and there for a more pungent taste. It wasn't what I previously remembered from multiple visits to TT. Service was also great. We were followed up periodically with staff removing excess plates, providing water and hot tea refills and even providing take out boxes to some of my friends who couldn't finish their meal. Staff were thoughtful in singing "Happy Birthday"and placed a candle in the ice cream that accompanied the course meal. Overall, a memorable dinner with friends celebrating a joyous evening. Lots of parking in Ala Moana Center but be careful as there are some areas where tickets are issued. Be sure to look for signs prior to walking away from your stall.

    Dinner at Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, Hawaii…read more.. We were invited to a birthday celebration and were excited because we had never been here before - even though this restaurant has been here for a while! Tanaka Of Tokyo is a chain that has a good reputation for delicious Japanese cuisine with an entertaining show. First of all, this location has free parking... yay! We parked on the ground level by See's Candies and took the elevator (by Cookie Corner) up to the third level with Mama Pho and Mai Tai Bar. Service by Lisa was outstanding! She was super polite, sweet, efficient, and attentive! Our chef, Joe, was amusing, fun, and informative! He's the trainer for the new chefs! The environment was on the dark side. It could use an update, but it was a minor detail. The restroom was clean and convenient. Food was delicious! My salmon meal came with a green salad, dessert (I chose mango sherbet), sautéed veggies, shrimp appetizer, and white rice. It was just right! Thank you, Deborah and Gabriel, for a wonderful experience! Happy birthday, Craig!

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    Allen was the highlight of our day. Such a genuine friendly person. Awesome food.

    i-naba Hanalei'i

    i-naba Hanalei'i

    4.7(64 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    I loOOOVE tempura so I was so excited that we found this tempura omakase !! We were the only ones…read morein that seating so it felt like a private dining experience & we always love watching how the food is prepared & the technique that goes into it. We both agreed this was probably the best tempura we've ever had. The batter was always PERFECT: super light & never oily & everything was cooked to be tender & juicy. It was actually a lot of food like for the last 4 rounds I was giving my partner half of mine cuz I was so stuffed. He was really full too! So def worth the $$

    Had the best first omakase experience! Since it was only my friend and I there, it felt like a…read moreprivate dining experience. The omakase area is very clean. The food and service was amazing. Chef Teru was super friendly! The lunch omakase is reasonably priced for the amount you get and how the quality of the seafood. The lunch omakase was $78 and it came with 10pc nigiri, miso soup, and dessert. But I the chef gave us a little more food that wasn't part of the menu I believe which was really nice. Highlights from the omakase were the mackerel, chutoro, otoro, uni (omg this was so sweet and creamy), and scallop nigiri. The miso soup was pretty flavorful and not too salty. For dessert we ended with a yuzu sorbet which was really good super light and refreshing . Would definitely come here again

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    i-naba Hanalei'i - Inside the sushi place

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    Sweet Hokkaido scallops

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    Tonkatsu Tamafuji - Jyukusei pork tenderloin katsu teishoku

    Tonkatsu Tamafuji

    4.6(2.5k reviews)
    2.0 miKaimuki
    $$$

    Still the best tonkatsu in town. They recently moved to a bigger space downstairs in the same…read morebuilding, and even with the upgrade, it still gets crowded fast. We've been lucky enough to be seated when they open without a reservations. It does fill up fairly quickly after opening. Service remains excellent, the food is consistently delicious, and they do validate. You won't be disappointed. My family go‑to is the pork tenderloin with two shrimp and mixed rice, chicken katsu, or tonkatsu - always a favorite.

    We somehow snagged a last minute reservation for the next day, but reservations are definitely the…read moreway to go here. They release reservations about a month in advance, and I highly recommend booking if you're able to as soon as you can. Even with a reservation, there was still a wait. We arrived around 6:45 PM for our 7 PM reservation and they had already stopped accepting walk ins. We were seated around 7:10 PM, so definitely expect some extra waiting even with a reservation. Once we were seated, though, the food was absolutely worth it. We had the chicken katsu, sizzling miso, minced pork, shrimp and chicken, and a katsu sandwich to go. The chicken katsu was AMAZING and easily the best katsu we had on the island. The sizzling miso was also amazing, and the shrimp and chicken was great. The minced pork was probably our least favorite, but still decent. And the katsu sandwich we took to go was amazing as well. I also really enjoyed the sesame at the table. You grind it yourself and then mix in the sauce, so you get that fresh sesame flavor right before eating. It was a fun little part of the meal and made the whole experience feel more interactive. The only real downside was how cramped the table for two felt once all the dishes, side dishes, sauces, and everything else arrived. There is a lot going on at the table, so there isn't much room to spare. My only real complaint was actually how they handle the waiting area. The space is tiny and was absolutely packed with people waiting to be called. They told us to wait inside, but there was plenty of room outside where people could have waited instead. It would have made the tiny indoor area much less crowded and easier for everyone.

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    Tonkatsu Tamafuji - Battering the Pork

    Battering the Pork

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    Making the sauce

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