Wow, an outstanding Japanese meal on O'ahu! Totoya is has a the traditional Japanese restaurant bar set up. There is about 10 seats and everyone sits next to each other. We got there about 10 minutes before open, and there was already about 8 people in Queue. The food is spectator and a must try! read more

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Was looking for some authentic Japanese food and found it here! I would recommend one of the Negitoro bowls with the egg in ponzu. We came on a Tuesday afternoon around 1 with no one else inside, so thankfully no wait. It is cute bar seating with self service ginger (a plus!) and water. Loved the vibe in there. No frills, but everything you would need. read more

Met the hype for me! The hype has somewhat died down now and they've also opened 2 other locations. We did wait outside just before opening at 5pm since we wanted to make sure all 6 of us were able to sit together, but there was no issue. The matsu bowl with the negitoro + uni and ikura was yummy. The ikura wasn't as plentiful as the pictures in the menu, but everything was so yummy and the price was reasonable. Get it with the egg!! I liked that you could pick udon as the soup, my daughter ate this. (Options are miso soup and crab miso soup) They have a stamp card that if you fill up, you get $15 off and a free upgrade to crab miso soup. However, I wouldn't wait in line to eat here so I'm glad I waited to try it after the hype died down. read more

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Totoya has become one of my favorite places to celebrate special occasions! The staff is always so friendly and welcoming, which makes the whole dining experience that much better. The intimate space instantly transports me back to Japan--it has such a strong resemblance to dining at Tsujihan. Their Negitoro bowls are an absolute must-try, and I always love starting with the miso soup and salad, then washing it all down with green tea. Incredible food, cozy atmosphere, and top-notch service--you have to check them out! read more

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While the seating is limited and there is usually a line outside, it's definitely worth it. We ordered 2 bowls: one salmon (which came with miso soup so we upgraded to crab miso soup..... YES CRAB MISO SOUP! ) and one with a mix of everything. They were all delicious. They even have recommendations on how to enjoy them best especially if you get the egg yolk shoyu to add to it. I highly suggest you do - absolute game changer! Our little one enjoyed a small bowl of udon as well. The ambiance is chill considering the seating is very limited (15 seats approximately). It's all bar seating arrangement where you can see the staff cook the food. Oh, by the way, we saw Amy Hill here! You know the auntie with the butcher knife who works at the restaurant in 50 First Dates! read more

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It truly feels like an off island experience where we step into Japan for the meal! Honestly every bowl is delicious.. for this meal I got the Fukuju bowl with seaweed miso soup! Their yuzu infused ginger really elevates the meal! Hands down one of my go to places to bring people when they visit O'ahu! read more

Totoya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Totoya is a Japanese sushi chain and so happy to see it now in Hawaii, with multiple locations in Aiea, Kaimuki, and Piikoi. We went to the Kaimuki location to see what the hype was about. I had their signature negitoro matsu bowl and it was absolutely divine! I was always hesitant to eat negitoro because of the negi or green onions in the name, but it tasted like a finer, soft ahi paste with ikura and uni. Delicious, although can be pricy at $30+ per entree. Highly recommend for authentic, negitoro experience. read more

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SO GOOD!! Walking into Totoya feels like stepping into a little corner of Japan. The food is fantastic, the service is warm and welcoming, and the entire experience feels authentic. The space is small, so there can be a wait, but don't let that discourage you. The restaurant is mostly bar seating, and people tend to order, eat, and head out, so the turnover is surprisingly quick. It's not really a spot for large groups, but that's part of its charm. One thing you absolutely have to order is the salad. I know it sounds strange to get excited about shredded cabbage, but it's actually the yuzu dressing that is incredible. It strikes the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors in a way that I've never had anywhere else. Unfortunately, it's homemade. And I'm still thinking about it. Let's not skip over the main attraction - the bowls! Every bowl I've tried is delicious, but you need to get the negitoro with the shoyu egg so you can mix it altogether and make little hand rolls with the nori. Perfection! read more

Totoya - Mixed bowl with crab miso soup and extra nori and salad and shoyu egg on da side - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

WOW, I love negitoro bowls now. First time trying one of these and also Totoya, and it was impressive. It felt like l went back to Japan again. It's only a counter seating style type and can fit around 15-20 people. But, it's very clean and organized. You can also see the workers making your dish! The customer service was great, they're very attentive and kind. I got the tame bowl and added a shoyu egg (you need to add it, it made the flavor so much more intense!) When I first ate it, it was like a punch of flavor. It was filled with umami as the salmon roe pops in your mouth. Every bowl order also comes with a miso soup! They have a 7 step guide on how to best eat the bowl and the sides, I approve! So good :) read more

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Amazing amazing amazing! Service was amazing and everything ran so smoothly. The ambiance is calm, cozy, and intimate as you're sitting at the chef's bar. The food -- amazing. The soup pairing just makes sense and this is such a comforting meal for me since I LOVE sushi and miss Japan. read more

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Reminds me of Japan!! Small little restaurant with bar seating. Menu is super simple and easy to follow and staff is very helpful if you have questions. Be prepared to wait or come early if you want to beat the line! Second time dining here and I can't complain! Every bowl is so good and the fish literally melts in your mouth. read more

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Unbelievable bad experience today at 140pm. It was so bad that this is my first review in over 20yrs. I was skipped in line by 2 parties of 2 while I was waiting in front with my name on the list. Amanda-the host said she called our party of 2. She did not. She let a couple who walked in with no reservation before us while I was in front. I called her out for that. We were hungry so we didn't want to make a big deal about it. The incredible part was that when we got our food. The rice was al dente or way undercooked. We asked the chef to check the rice and he said it was their fresh batch. Issue is that the rice was cold and not warm. I asked for another bowl of rice but he said they don't have any more. Odd... We didn't want to risk them messy with our good so we left. Better safe than sorry. We had a good experience before but today's staff was truly lacking. read more

This place makes me feel like I'm back in Japan. The negitoro bowls are always good and I end up leaving satisfied. It's not the biggest portions but enough to fill you up. I got the new spicy negitoro bowl this time and added on the uni. Uni was really nice and sweet but idk if the few pieces are worth the additional price, they're good but you can tell it's not like it's top quality Hokkaido uni. The seaweed salad is a new addition and was really good. Didn't know about the option to add on 4 extra nori pieces for $1.50 before - definitely worth it! Crab miso soup isn't worth it in my opinion, it just adds some tiny crab legs that are difficult and messy to eat. Never had a chance to try the shrimp miso soup because they always run out and it looks like they've gotten rid of that as an option now. Haven't had any issues with the service in the past but this time the party that got seated after us had their order taken first and got their food before us. We were forgotten in the corner and it took a while before we were able to pay after being done (it's not even a big place). But overall would still recommend. read more

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I understand the hype. The best comparison I can make is this: what Ichiran did for ramen, Totoya has done for seafood bowls. It takes something familiar, strips away the unnecessary decisions and turns it into a process that's incredibly easy to enjoy. The restaurant is tiny, but everything feels deliberate. The staff keeps things moving without making you feel rushed, our waitress was genuinely wonderful with our kids and even the people waiting around us couldn't have been friendlier. It felt like everyone was in on the same little secret. The first surprise wasn't even the fish. It was the cabbage salad. Shredded cabbage, crispy noodles, miso yuzu dressing. That's it. Somehow it's one of the best salads I've had in a long time. It's the kind of dish that makes you wonder why nobody else bothers to do something so simple this well. Then came the negitoro bowl. The ikura shower is absolutely worth the extra ten bucks. Yes, it's a little theatrical with the bell ringing, but if you're going to pour an avalanche of salmon roe over my bowl, you might as well make a show of it. The crab miso soup upgrade is another easy yes. The crab almost feels like they're apologizing in advance for ruining every ordinary bowl of miso soup you'll have afterward. It isn't perfect but nothing is. The rice was a little clumpy and needed to be broken apart. After a while, the flavors begin to blend together more than I expected and those beautiful sheets of nori lose the battle against Hawaii's humidity pretty quickly. They look incredible, but they become soft before you can really enjoy them. I also wish I could order another bowl of that cabbage salad by itself. Our kids demolished the udon. Perfect texture, comforting broth and probably the easiest win of the entire meal. Will we come back? Absolutely. Totoya isn't trying to reinvent Japanese food. It's taking a handful of excellent ingredients, removing the friction and executing the experience with remarkable consistency. Sometimes that's what great restaurants do. read more

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The negitoro bowls are amazing. The fish tastes fresh and even the miso soup is really good. You can tell they take pride in their bowls. I upgraded to the daily special salmon miso and it was 100 % worth it. They did not skimp. There were big chunks of salmon throughout. I like to add the egg yolk with shoyu because it melts into the bowl and gives everything this rich, creamy vibe. I'm also an ikura girl forever, so I added extra and no regrets. The pop and saltiness in each bite make it soo good. Service is super fast once you order, which I appreciate. The only downside is you have to wait outside in line and they do not take reservations, so peak hours can test your patience. But honestly... I still keep coming back. Fresh fish therapy is real. read more

Totoya - tokujo bowl with extra ikura (ikura shower) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I came here with a party of five right at 11 AM on a weekday and no wait. I got the Tokujo and my husband got the Fukuju. We parked in a lot across the street. I devoured my entire bowl- rice and all. I got the shoyu egg sauce and the miso soup it comes with is incredible. My mother in law was with us and said the price was not bad for how much fish but not the same as Japan where she tried. For me, it was fantastic- fresh and flavorful. They care about quality of service and dining experience. I definitely want to come back here to get the Tokujo bowl again! read more

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I'm seriously drooling again just writing this review. Another amazing find thanks to Feed Mei Mei on YouTube! Dining at Totoya truly makes you feel like you've been transported back to Japan. We came for an early lunch and were lucky to grab the last couple of seats. They only have about 12-14 spots total, so it fills up quickly. I ordered the Nagomi bowl, which came with salmon, scallop, uni, shrimp, tuna, negitoro, and roe. My husband got the negitoro bowl and added snow crab. We both upgraded to the salmon miso soup, and it was so comforting and flavorful, definitely worth it. Each bowl comes with a couple pieces of nori, but you can request more for a small additional charge. And trust me, two pieces are not enough!. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and delicious. I only wish we had more time in Oahu to come back again, but we'll absolutely be returning on our next trip. read more

Totoya - Negitoro with added snow crab on top - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Fresh fish at it's finest! Totoya offers fresh fish on rice in multiple ways! Menu posted outside for quick ordering process. Once you enter server is super friendly and will explain menu items, soup options, and offer suggestions if your unsure about what to order. Casual dining with seating around the chef, stop by for a Japanese dish in Kaimuki Town. read more

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Negomi bowl - The salmon and scallop were very fresh. Rice was made very well. Service - service was good but they don't seem to remember which one order which. Kinda weird. read more

If you really enjoy negitoro or kaisen don bowls then you'll be very satisfied with Totoya. Every time I go, I'm transported back to a restaurant in Japan. From the greeting at the door to the layout of the booth you sit at. The service is also on par with a Japanese restaurant -- fast and attentive. I have gone multiple times and every time the quality of the seafood used in the bowls are always top notch. While the portions may not look like a lot at first, you will definitely feel full after. I highly recommend getting the shoyu egg and extra nori to accompany your negitoro bowl. As far as the miso soup, you might want to consider getting the upgraded crab or shrimp miso soup. read more

Totoya - Matsu bowl (negitoro topped with ikura and uni) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I've been wanting to try this place for the longest time after seeing it all over social media. I've been on a mission to find something close to my favorite spot in Japan, Tsujihan, and this is by far the closest I've found. The bowl was everything I was hoping for, but more since I was able to pay more for different upgrades such as more Ikura, egg yolk shoyu and shrimp head miso soup. The seafood was high quality. It satisfied my Tsujihan craving without having to fly to Japan. We came on a Wednesday night for dinner with a party of four and had no wait at all. Service was friendly. Out of all the places I've tried searching for something similar, this one comes the closest. I will definitely be back! read more

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I came around 12pm on a Wednesday and there were many open seats, though the restaurant is pretty small. There is only one guy making the bowls, so service is a tad slow. The tuna in the negitoro was fresh, but the portion sizes felt smaller than I thought they'd be. My boyfriend got the nagomi and the salmon, scallop, and shrimp it came with (in addition to the negitoro) weren't that fresh. I'm glad I got to try it, but I wouldn't wait over 30 minutes for this place. read more

Totoya - negitoro - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

One bite and I was instantly transported back to Japan. Everything from the quality of the fish to the house made shoyu, down to the perfect temperature of all the ingredients. Totoya blew my expectations out of the water. This was my single favorite bite in all of my hawaii trip. Phenomenal! Loved this place service was great server and chefs were so sweet, good vibes too. Lots of happy eaters. read more

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Good food! I got their ume bowl, negitori bowl and salmon bowl. Food is delicious and feels very authentic Japanese. However, the portion sizes of the fish is not that much. The bowls are mostly rice. I do love how they have little sauces and yuzu seasoning on the sides, that is very convenient and adds more flavor to the meal. Their salmon melts in your mouth delicious. Their miso soup was good as well. Service is good and staff is really nice and helpful! Place has limited seating so make sure to get there early or during non popular times. You will have to find parking nearby as they do not have parking up front. read more

Totoya was one of the highlights of my Hawaii trip. The fish is so fresh and they gave lots of it. Prices were also reasonable, especially coming from someone who lives in NYC. It's a smaller restaurant so try to put your name down early, but service is at least efficient so you're not waiting forever. read more

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Loaded with delicious seafood, these bowls are fresh and tasty, reminiscent of Japan. This place was all over social media around the time we came, so we tried to avoid peak times. We came on a weekday for lunch, so didn't have to wait too long. Food lived up to the hype, albeit a bit pricey for all the add-ons. The staff were friendly and attentive. Be prepared to wait if you come on the weekend after opening hours and miss the first round of seating since there's only a few seats inside. There's metered street parking or lot behind the restaurant. read more

Totoya was hands down the best meal I had during my Hawaii trip. The fish was unbelievably fresh, and every bite tasted clean and high quality. I ordered the bowl that comes with pretty much everything, and it was loaded with a great variety of seafood that really showed off how good the ingredients are. The bowl came with miso soup, and I upgraded mine to the shrimp head version. That was a highlight. The broth had such a clean, rich seafood flavor without being heavy or fishy. I got there a few minutes before they opened and there was already a small line forming, so I'd highly recommend showing up early. It's definitely worth the wait. read more

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There was no wait since it was raining the day I went. It's a small shop with bar seating. I ordered the original negitoro bowl which is tuna and tobiko, soy sauce egg yolk and the clam miso soup. Total came out to be around $25. The soy sauce egg elevates the dish so I highly recommend getting it. The tuna tastes fresh and rice wasn't too vinegary. The clam miso soup was bit too salty but refreshing to have after eating rice. read more

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Though the restaurant is very small (no regular seating, just counter seating), the ambiance was nice and very clean with an authentic Japanese-small-stall-Izakaya feel. The staff were friendly and attentive. Portions were reasonable for the price, but pictures on the menu didn't quite reflect the actual dish ordered. Overall, I enjoyed and preferred the negitoro bowl with uni. However, whichever bowl you decide to enjoy, adding the shoyu egg yolk on top is highly recommended to really get that awesome umami taste out of the dish! Tips: -As the line may get long and the wait a bit lengthy during prime meal times, it's recommended to arrive at least 15mins before they open. -Assess the line length before parking as the most accessible parking is metered or hourly-parking lots. -This is a spot that is great for smaller parties and couples dining. However, bigger parties (5+ people) may experience a longer wait due to space and seating availability. read more

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*loud. My fat finger typos and autocorrect don't mesh well sometimes. Food and service are still great if anyone was wondering read more

Go early to find parking and be prepared to wait in line. This place is small but worth the wait! The food is amazing!! Just go and try it for yourself! Oishi!! read more

Totoya - Deliciousness - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The service was excellent--everyone was so polite and attentive throughout our visit. The food was absolutely delicious, and the fish tasted incredibly fresh! While it is a bit on the pricey side, the flavors definitely made it worth it. The egg mixture added so much richness to the bowl, and the salad was just as impressive. Their dressing was amazing! Can't wait to come back again! read more

Totoya - Tokujo bowl, crab miso, salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

YUM! Best bowl I had all week on my vacay. Fresh ingredients which blended so deliciously. I wasn't too hungry to start but I ate the entire bowl. The miso soup was slightly too salty. Server was pleasant and explained things. Small space with sushi bar counters only which I didn't mind because enjoyed watching them make bowls after bowls. read more

Totoya - Fukuju bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

After it being on my bucket list for so long, I'm so happy that I was finally able to try Totoya! It was definitely a day off of work well-spent, because between it being a random Monday afternoon and them recently opening their Ala Moana location, there was no crowd at all, so we were seated immediately. As someone who's a bit picky about seafood, I ordered their most basic negitoro bowl, the Ume, and was absolutely blown away by how fresh and delicious everything was! The negitoro was a perfectly balanced blend of flavors and textures that turned this meal into a whole experience. They also conveniently provide a list of different ways you can eat each bowl with nori and various condiments, and you truly can't go wrong with any of their recommendations. The service was great as well--everyone greeted us enthusiastically and was very attentive! And maybe it's because it wasn't crowded, but we got our food really quickly after ordering! Overall, this was such a great experience, and I'm already looking forward to coming back! read more

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Fresh, delicious, and worth every bite! The quality here is amazing -- everything tasted so fresh and flavorful, from the sashimi to the ikura. Portions are generous for the price, making it very reasonable compared to other spots. The wait wasn't bad at all, only about 15 minutes, which is totally worth it for the quality. The restaurant is small, but the atmosphere feels welcoming and almost like you're in Japan. If you're looking for authentic flavors, high-quality seafood, and a cozy Japanese dining experience, this is definitely the spot! read more

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Food and service is great! But their new AI-generated graphics made it seem like the restaurant serves lower-quality food, which is misleading. I know they have better graphics than that! Hope their marketing reflects how good their food and service actually is. read more

Fish is fantastic and fresh. I love the endless combinations. If there's a long line, someone comes to take your order while you're on the line and the food is ready when you sit down, so smart! So I wouldn't be deterred by the lines. We had Salmon and ikura bowl with extra uni, and the Miyabi. Well definitely be back! read more

Delicious order of the salmon, scallops & roe....add a special mix they specialize in (No idea what it was) , seaweed & miso soup. The miso soup didn't stand out, but the fish was excellent. They have everything there to help yourself with extra creativity... Sesame seeds, soy sauce with garlic & ginger mix, also fresh ginger. Great experience... good food, They are attentive to your needs, patient with explaining the menu & a joy to receive the service. Exceptional service... only counter seating available, but restaurant is spotless. Thank you... warm appreciation, Sharine read more

Totoya - Salmon, scallops, roe & their signature addition, also added the miso soup & seaweed. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

The vibrancy is so crafted... You'd never realize what this cozy new shop in Kaimuki has but know that there's always a line outside and let me tell you it's certainly worth the wait. You can find Totoya on 12th Ave and yes there isn't a designated parking so I did what the majority folks do is park in the back municipal lot as it's just a short walk to the restaurant. The first thing you'd see is their sidewalk sign of their negitoro bowl which I thought I could have but found out that's it's already premixed and decided on"Salmon bowl with salmon roe" which is exactly that garnished with tobiko, cucumber and dab of wasabi all bowls comes with miso soup as I got mine regular "Aosa seaweed" but mom is an absolute fish lover was wide-eyed with the various kaisendon they have and have decided on "Nishiki" which is filled with all the fresh fish including snow crab and ikura, and couldn't resist to upgrade her miso soup with "Asari Clam" for an additional $3.90 and we both got hot green tea to complete our meal. The service here is just so friendly as when you're seated the whole staff greet you and table side provide everything you need with chopsticks, self serve water, yuzu pickled ginger and various seasonings to bougie up your bowl, mom was happy so was I. Thank you! read more

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The five star rating is two fold. First is that the food was absolutely delicious. The food quality and portions were perfect. The fish was fresh and flavorful. And how do I know that it's fresh? Because as we were at the restaurant, deliveries were being delivered nonstop. My kids devoured the salmon bowl with the salmon roe. My 8 year old's bowl was wiped clean. My 7 year old had only 2 slices of salmon and a few ikuras left. The 5 year old polished off her few pieces of salmon and roe along with her miso soup. And momma's Fukuju? Absolutely demolished. I should have ordered it with extra ikura because the quality and flavor that it provided to the bowl was something that I've never had before. I am usually not a fan of ikura, finding it too salty, but the ikura at Totoya was perfectly balanced. Second, the service was great. I had to give it to the lovely staff who were able to keep it all together when a party of 5 adults and 7 kids (aged between 5 to 11) rolled in, and of course the kids all chose to not sit with their respective parents. The food came fast and kept the peace of very hungry children. The place itself is a small little restaurant with just bar seating, no more than 16 seats, so definitely cozy. My friend sitting all the way on the other side of the bar said she could hear my conversation perfectly well, even though all the kids were loudly chatting. We will definitely be back the next time we make it out to Honolulu. Thanks to the restaurant again for providing such a memorable meal. It was all I could think about on the flight home because it was that good. read more

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