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    Zigu

    4.4 (906 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    ZIGU ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Touristy
    Good for groups

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    Beef sukiyaki
    Lori I.

    Cute little place tucked away from the chaos. Parking if you choose to attempt it, iin the Hyatt Centric Hotel. Food is great and service is quick. They have an outdoor seating area where you can have a small party.

    Tan tan kale noodles, spicy ahi roll, giant wasabi tempura
    Elyse W.

    Izakaya spot! It is on the pricier side but I enjoyed all the food here. Atmosphere and service was an also a 10/10. It is a great place to celebrate birthdays (ring light photos, sparklers, flower candle, 10% off) where they made the experience so fun! Only downside is that the parking garage is a walk away, but they do validate. Be sure to get the super secret menu giant drinks. They show you pictures of daily specials which is very helpful. It is also easy to make a reservation since they're on Open Table. My favorite dishes were the tan tan kale noodles (bouncy texture!) and giant wasabi shrimp tempura.

    Rhondi S.

    Excellent Izakaya with the chef testing menu. We had the fresh sashimi plate, husband, and kids got the cut the Wagyu beef, and beef tenderloin tasting menu. The sashimi was fresh delicious and came with various fish salmon. My favorite was the Hamachi. Ahi and scallops were delicious as well. Kids got the beef tasting menu with the Wagyu tenderloin and strip steak. They enjoyed. Service was outstanding ambience, quiet and lovely. 10 out of 10.

    Chilled spicy soba
    Peter L.

    HH special is the way to go, 4-6 pm and 9-MN. Everything were delish esp the chilled soba noodle, local potato salad & ahi tuna cutlet.

    Cold Soba
    Amanda K.

    We came here for our wedding anniversary dinner and went during happy hour. They make the food so fast! We got the edamame, pickled onion, mochiko chicken with smoked mayo, spicy salmon roll, blue fin tuna trio & A5 Wagyu & uni roll. We didn't read the menu and the spicy salmon roll had Mac nuts and cilantro which I did not care for. Also for the rolls they are on top of the roll not inside. But everything was delicious. And our server David was top tier! He showed us pictures of the specials which my husband is a big picture person so he loved that and David even had a light and offered to take our picture. David went above and beyond and even gave us hot tea at the end of the meal. His service is top notch! My only negative comment is the hostess. When we walked up she was on her phone and didn't even say hi or welcome. And then she asked if we wanted to sit at the bar and I asked if you had to sit at the bar to do happy hour and she said no, so I asked for a table and she tells us oh ok one moment. And then when we left she didn't say bye or have a good night, but a different server did. Then I forgot to get validation and I said sorry I forgot to ask for validation and she goes "I'm sorry?" And so I asked her again if I could get validation. Maybe you shouldn't be a hostess if you're gonna be so rude.

    Sumida Farm Watercress mini salad
    Cheryl B.

    We had reservations for 7pm arrived at 6:36 and they sat us right away. Our server Candice was awesome!!! We ordered the watercress salad, mushroom tempura, ahi cutlet, Zigu roll, A5 wagyu yakiniku and dessert. Everything came out pretty quick and tasted really good. Loved the outdoor vibe and place gets pretty busy, they can accommodate big parties too, there were 2 parties of about 12 people each. When I ordered the dessert I asked Candice if they could write happy anniversary she said they couldn't do that but she could do better and comp it, so nice of them! The haupia anmitsu was really light and refreshing. Thank you Zigu for a wonderful anniversary dinner! Would definitely come back!

    Sarah S.

    It's not often these days that you get a great restaurant experience with all the elements working in place. Zigu succeeds with amazing food, great service, and a cool vibe in its semi outdoor atmosphere with foliage under a tent. The place is extensive with a bar, indoor and lots of outdoor tables that can seat big and small groups . It was hopping on a Sunday night. Like its menu, the decor and feel of Zigu is rooted in traditional Japanese Izakaya but with a contemporary flair. Food and drinks are creative without overdoing it to create amazing flavors and textures. My favorites of the evening are marked with a *. *Aka Collins : shochu, shiso, strawberry, yuzu, bubbles -great balanced flavors with gentle notes of sweet and sour, beautifully presented with a giant leaf and an extra long ice "cube". We started with 3 different salads: *Local Farm Sweet potato salad-just as good if not better than I remembered. It's really a regular potato salad but sprinkled with thin crispy bits of purple sweet potato. The savory smoked mayo flavor that reminded me of bacon but not was ahmazing! *Sumida Farm Watercress Mini Salad with crispy soba noodles and tossed in a delicious light soy based dressing was refreshing and delish. *Local fresh cucumber salad- better than I expected, seasoned and cut just the right width for a nice crunch, also refreshing *Seared Salmon Belly Sushi ~served with 2 kinds of wasabi, pricey but delish ! *Cold Spicy Tantan Kale Noodle incredible taste and texture, the noodles cooked to perfection covered with a silky sesame sauce dressing that my cousin ate alone after the noodles were gone. Unlike the vegan version, this one came with braised beef on top. Local Vegetable Tempura - good, fresh ingredients but not unique or creative like the other dishes Mapo Eggplant - eggplant was soft and covered with a dark sauce, mixed with a few chunks of pork that came with a bit too much fat for my liking. For my birthday they gave a scoop of vanilla ice cream served with a flaming sparkler, a shot of sake, and a song. So fun and different !! Can't wait to come back and revisit my faves as well as try the soba noodle dish we eyed on the next table.

    HH menu 2/2026
    Lesley L.

    Zigu was fantastic! Went for happy hour--the items on the HH menu are generally $2-3 less than regular price, so you save more on the cheaper items. Everything was delicious. - spicy edamame: good balance of spicy and sweet, had a nice kick - cucumber salad: nothing special, but refreshing and tasty. Generous portion - spicy chilled soba was fun--it was not spicy to me, but I liked the taste. It has multiple components to mud together: nicely seasoned ground pork, tempura, fried garlic, seaweed, and topped with raw egg yolk - mochiko fried chicken--big pieces of dark meat (my preference), hot and crispy, dipping sauce was smoky and I liked the pickled radish in it - kampachi nigiri--on the specials board, $10/2 pieces. Delicious with good amount of fish, from the kampachi farm in Kona Service was attentive and informative. The waiter even has a light to help you take better photos, it makes a big difference! The covered patio was very comfortable and a nice place for a chill, delicious dinner.

    Fried ahi
    Maddie L.

    Food was delicious and came out super fast! We ordered the soba noodles, fried ahi, eggplant, and toro nigiri. All the meat was super high quality and tender. It is izakaya style so on the more expensive style but portions were great and the food quality and presentation makes it worth it! Our server David was almost amazing (give him a raise :P)

    A5 Wagyu Yakiniku
    Sharen A.

    We had our Father's Day dinner here and it was pretty busy. There is indoor and outdoor seating areas. It had a chill vibe, casual dining type of setting. I did book our reservation in advance on OpenTable. We parked across the way at Hyatt Centric Hotel and parking was free so don't forget your validation. Despite how busy they were our waitress was very attentive and kept filling our cups with water. All the food we ate was delicious. We ordered miso salmon, local egg rolled omelet, mochiko chicken, shrimp and local vegetable tempura, seared salmon, A5 wagyu yakiniku....pretty much a lot and we didn't get to finish because we were so full. Would I come here again yes even if I have to drive to Waikiki again lol.

    Ginger pork
    Anna F.

    Zigu is a great spot for an early dinner. They open at 4pm and you can get a table right away if you're doing a walk in. Their food is mainly Japanese but they use local (Hawaii) ingredients when can. The portions are a reasonable size but it's meant for sharing with the table. My favorites are the ginger pork and the ahi poke. The watercress salad is a popular item and I've had it a few times but I'm not a fan of raw watercress and I prefer it in soup. The prices are high but the quality and the taste of their food is very good. The service from the staff is excellent and Candice, our waitress, checked on us often to make sure we were okay throughout the night. If you take pics of your food, the waiters all have a light so they'll shine it and you'll get amazing food pics. They are located in Waikiki, on Kuhio Ave and Seaside Ave. If you park at the Hyatt Centric (hotel), it's a short walk across the street. If you have a large group of 4 or more, I recommend making a reservation in advance on the opentable app; same day if fine. The restaurant gets busy between 6pm - 8pm. I had the patio seating which was spacious and there was a breeze.

    Happy hr menu
    Vince I.

    Zigu is a beautiful spot with a really strong setting, especially if you're into dining somewhere that feels a little special. The patio is gorgeous, and the historic building gives the whole place a lot of character and charm. It has that kind of ambiance that makes the meal feel more elevated right away. The food was also solid. The mochiko chicken was a standout, the ahi sushi roll was fresh and well put together, and the miso was really good. We also had the Russell Reserve Select, which was delicious and paired nicely with the meal. This is definitely on the pricier side, but between the setting, the patio, and the quality of the food and drinks, it feels worth it for a nice night out. I'd come back again for the vibe alone, and the food makes it even easier to return.

    Scott H.

    I had a craving for Soba Noodles and searched for a spot suitable for a single diner... up popped Zigu! Walking into the restaurant, it had a certain sense of coziness to it. I elected to sit at the bar where I was attended to by Candace (sp?). She was very friendly and personable. She started me off with a glass of water and a nice glass of Sake (which I ordered). I selected the Chilled Soba with Tempura. As I checked emails waiting for my dish, I felt this sense of calm due to the setting. It really is a beautiful, homey kind of space. The noodles arrived and the dish was fantastic! Perfectly cooked and presented, I dug into the dish. I'd probably rate it in my personal Top 3 soba's outside of Japan. If you're in the Waikiki area and want a traditional/non-traditional Japanese spot. Zigu is the place!

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    Is there outdoor seating and can we bring our dog?

    Aloha, We do have a patio section. As long as it is not a very large dog it will be ok.

    Best place to request seating for two and things to def order?

    Do you guys charge a 5% cleaning/sanitization fee that you don't disclose prior to sitting/presenting check?

    Aloha, thank you for visiting establishment and we very much appreciate you’re insight and opinion. We do have a sign at the entrance and put a small sign on the table that… 

    Is there only street parking?

    You can park at the Hyatt Centric (same parking lot as Nordstrom Rack Waikiki) if you spend $30 or more at Zigu. Zigu will validate the parking ticket for up to 4 hours, so don't forget to let them know once you pay your bill!

    Do you offer gluten free dishes? If so, how many?

    A lot of the menu could be gluten free depending on if they use gluten free shout, etc. They do have sashimi, potato salad, various sushi/poke style dishes, and tempura / mochinko fried dishes that use rice powder. I'd call the restaurant to verify… 

    Do you offer Kama'aina discount?

    Yes, we offer Kama'aina 10% discount of food. ALOHA

    Hello. Does this restaurant offer a gluten free menu?

    There is many choices. You will find gluten free dishes. Ask questions and server will give you answer. They are very friendly and helpful.

    Is there the poke sushi?

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    $$$

    I've been to Izakaya Uosan Honolulu several times, usually to meet and welcome friends visiting…read morefrom the mainland and other countries, and it has never disappointed me! Everyone I've brought here has loved both the food and the atmosphere. The food is incredibly fresh and delicious, and the staff are always so friendly, attentive, and considerate. It's a little on the pricey side, but honestly, it's worth every penny for the quality and overall experience. One tip: definitely make a reservation in advance. For weekdays, I recommend booking 2-3 days ahead, and for weekends, at least a week ahead. It's popular for a reason! Highly recommended if you're looking for great Japanese food with a wonderful vibe in Honolulu.

    Down for some Suzuki? How about some Kinmedai? Nodoguro? Wanna get Kinki? NANI???!…read more Those are some of the type of fresh fishes eat Uosan! Izakaya Uosan is located along Kapiolani Blvd. near Piikoi and Pensacola St. in the same building as Gyukaku, Mikiya, etc. Validated parking is available in its QR code parking structure with entrances on Kapiolani and Hopaka St. Just ask the server for the promo code to input when you clock out of your parking. Inside is smallish with the usual izakaya bar style set up and decor with the dark wood and dark tones, but maybe more toned down than a true izakaya. Comfortable, plain, and simple. Menu is pretty confusing and not the clearest, but it's mainly their fresh fish and seafood that are the main attractions. You just gotta figure out what they are cause it's only listed in Japanese and Romanized Japanese. They do have some interesting choices though after a thorough search. Started with Spicy Tuna Roll was very good. Nicely seasoned and prepared sushi rice, neatly rolled with fresh chunks of tuna. $11.50. Spicy Konnyaku was decent. A little light on the seasoning, but not too bad. $4.50. The Chicken Cartilage Karaage was a surprise! Crispy, crunchy, and nicely seasoned. So good. We ordered it twice! $8.50. OH! Toro (Premium Fatty Tuna), 4 pieces sashimi, $42.00. Fresh, melt in your mouth, and nicely presented. Aburi OH! Toro nigiri had a nice char/smoky flavor - equally as good as the sashimi. $13.50. The A5 Mizayaki Beef Sushi with Foie Gras nigiri was amazing! Fresh, melt in your mouth A5 with rich, unctuous Foie gras that was nicely charred and seasoned. $14.00. Grilled Beef Tongue was excellent. Thick cut, tender, nicely seasoned and prepared. Onions garnish went very well adding a nice punch. $14.50. The Uni Shiso Cucumber wrapped with Hirame was a unique combination. Fresh, firm hirame; rich, oceanic uni; bright, herbaceous Shiso; crunchy cucumber. $35.00 - 4 pieces. The Uni Truffle Butter Egg Yolk Rice was okay. It wasn't as rich or as decadent as I'd imagined, especially with uni, egg yolk, and butter noted. A bit too much rice compared to the amount of uni to be able to fully enjoy the richness. Perhaps less rice? Which might lead to a lower price than the $29.00? Corn Karaage was okay. Flavor was one note. It was just corn with miso paste and coated with starch and deep fried to temp. Some seasoning would go a long way. $6.50 for 5 short pieces. Hamachi Carpaccio was good. Fresh fish, flavorful soy-vinegar sauce with complementing toppings (olive oil, sea grapes, grape tomato, onion slices, and Tobikko). $21.00. New Zealand King Salmon Nigiri was very good! Melt in your mouth with a smooth and buttery texture. The Deep Fried Octopus was okay. Slightly toothsome, nicely battered and fried, but very light on the seasoning. Needed the salt to balance the tart ponzu. Overall, a solid meal with fresh, quality ingredients, and everything was nicely prepared and beautifully presented. Decent sake selection, but only two beer choices. The menu had many fish selections, but if you don't know what they are in romanized Japanese, you'll need to search it, which took a bit of time for the decision-maker. Staff was very friendly and attentive in the beginning, but it got busy and it became less. It's a bit pricey, which was expected and known. Uosan feels more of a sashimi restaurant than an izakaya, but that won't stop me from coming back to try more sashimi!

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    Izakaya Uosan - Inside

    Inside

    Izakaya Uosan - New Zealand King Salmon Nigiri

    New Zealand King Salmon Nigiri

    Izakaya Uosan - Kanimiso with Kano and ponzu gelee

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    Kanimiso with Kano and ponzu gelee

    Nami Kaze - Dining area

    Nami Kaze

    4.5(801 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

    Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

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    Nami Kaze - Nami bento

    Nami bento

    Nami Kaze
    Nami Kaze

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    855 Aloha

    855 Aloha

    4.5(143 reviews)
    0.1 miWaikiki
    Happy hour specials
    Full bar

    This restaurant will always hold a special place in our hearts…read more We first visited in 2025 during a trip to Oahu that ended with our engagement. We were staying at the Romer House and didn't have dinner plans, so we wandered into 855-Aloha. While we were looking over the menu, Matteo (the General Manager at the time) came over, welcomed us, and encouraged us to stay despite the wait. He then walked behind the bar, poured us two complimentary glasses of champagne, and invited us to relax while we waited for our table. That simple gesture set the tone for an incredible evening and was our first glimpse of the genuine hospitality this restaurant is known for. After that trip, we started planning our wedding and decided there was no better place than Oahu for a destination wedding. When it came time to plan our rehearsal dinner, 855-Aloha was one of the first places we reached out to. A few months later, while visiting Waikiki with my parents, we stopped in to show them the restaurant where we celebrated our engagement. Tanden, the Events Manager at the time, greeted us and, to our surprise, remembered me by name. He gave my parents a tour of the space and insisted we stay for a drink. Moments like that made us feel like more than just another reservation--they made us feel genuinely valued. Booking our rehearsal dinner here was an easy decision. Throughout the planning process, there was quite a bit of turnover within the events team. Every coordinator we worked with was warm, accommodating, and wonderful, with one exception. When we explored the possibility of extending our evening with a welcome party at Lei Stand after dinner, we found the experience with Samantha Molzer frustrating. The conversations felt unusually rigid, and instead of collaborating on options, we often felt reminded of policies and qualifications. Ultimately, we decided to host our welcome party across the street at Green Lady Cocktail Room, where the process felt more flexible and better suited to what we were looking for. (Ultimately the unreasonably firm quote she had given us did not make any sense. After our rehearsal dinner we still wandered over to the lei stand for a drink before heading over to our welcome party at another location and there were all of 4 guests in the entire bar. They probably would have profited greatly from hosting us!) Thankfully, Lisa stepped in to coordinate our event, and she and the entire team absolutely knocked it out of the park. Our rehearsal dinner was everything we had hoped for and more. The service was attentive, the food was fantastic, and every detail was thoughtfully executed. What stood out most, though, was the team's kindness. I had gotten sick a few days into our trip and still wasn't feeling well enough to eat much on the night of our rehearsal. I asked one of the servers if there happened to be any soup on the menu. They apologized that there wasn't, but then told me they had everything needed to make fresh miso soup from scratch if I didn't mind waiting a few minutes. Within minutes, they brought me a warm bowl of homemade miso soup. It was such a small gesture, but one I'll never forget. That level of care and hospitality is exactly what makes people return to a restaurant time and time again. Thank you to Lisa and the entire team for helping make such an important milestone in our lives even more special. We'll always look back on 855-Aloha with incredibly fond memories.

    The front desk recommended 855 Aloha while at check in. He gave me a dining card where if I dined…read moreat certain restaurants, I would receive 15% off. As it was my first night in Hawaii and we didn't have dinner yet, sure why not try it? While waiting to be seated, I had asked the staff at 855 Aloha if the 15% discount would apply for guests at the hotel, and quite oddly, she said she didn't know. Upon being seated, I asked our server and strangely, she also didn't know and said she would ask someone. Sort of made me confused and gaslighted that I'm being told two different things. As it's our first time dining at 855 Ahola, we tried a few entrees and I would say that it's flavorful and delicious; much better than I would have expected. $12 for sparkling water, a little pricier but the food was good. I did enjoy my late meal / dinner. My only complaint would be that when the bill arrived, no discount was applied. I had told three servers that I was a guest at the hotel, had my key card and ID as well. The server came back and she applied 10% off. At that point, I just paid for the bill and left a 20% tip for gratuity. Being in Hawaii, especially after a long flight and it being our first meal which happens to be very late and it's dinner, would have liked for the hotel to have just honored the 15% discount without having to ask about it so many times. 15% discount won't break my wallet but it's more about the principle and fairness -- it is actually listed on the website as well. It made me feel like 855 Aloha wasn't very honest. The food itself was good but I would probably just skip this one next time.

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    855 Aloha
    855 Aloha

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    Tori Ton - Mediocre skewers

    Tori Ton

    4.1(464 reviews)
    0.9 miMo'ili'ili
    $$

    Tori Ton was an awesome find in Maliki. Nako, Maya and the entire wait staff were amazing, super…read morefriendly, attentive, and made the whole experience great. The beef tataki and albacore tataki were both incredible, and the stir fried Shanghai noodles were another standout. Everything we ordered was seriously good. Great food, great people, cool atmosphere, and easily one of the best local date spots we've found in Waikiki. Definitely feels more like a local gem than a tourist spot. We'll absolutely be back. Boom! 5 stars

    Unfortunately, our experience at Tori Ton was really disappointing…read more The atmosphere was extremely unpleasant. A large party was very loud throughout the entire meal, seemingly with no regard for the other customers in the restaurant. To make matters worse, one of the servers joined in on the yelling and screaming, which added to the chaos and unpleasantness. The employees made no apparent effort to address the situation or maintain a comfortable environment for the other guests. Food was lukewarm when it did arrive (after almost 30 mins) and made the meal even more frustrating. I understand that restaurants can get busy and that large groups can be energetic, but there should still be consideration for everyone dining there. Between the excessive noise, lack of staff response, delayed service, and lukewarm food, the overall experience was not enjoyable. We left feeling that the restaurant prioritized the large party over its other customers.

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    Tori Ton
    Tori Ton - 次はおでんも。

    次はおでんも。

    Tori Ton - Soboro don: small warm up serving.

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    Soboro don: small warm up serving.

    Bozu Japanese Restaurant

    Bozu Japanese Restaurant

    4.5(473 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    If you want a trying their best, sparing no expense, but absolutely worth it omakase sushi…read morerestaurant thats in walking distance from waikiki... i dont think you can do better. Get a reservation a few days in advance

    Bozu is a local Japanese restaurant where all the locals seem to go. It's located in an unassuming…read morestrip mall (reminds me of LA's Koreatown) and we were able to walk there from Waikiki. We ordered a bit too much food and spent a little under $200 for two people after tax and tip. Some dishes we ordered: 1. Spicy tuna and salmon with garlic roll ($26.50) - massive roll and quite heavy...this was the last dish to come out and we were STUFFED by then. It's good, but I would have preferred to start the meal with this roll, not end with it. 2. Atsuage natto ($9.50) - ordered to hit my protein macros. It's literally fried tofu topped with a generous serving of natto. 3. Eggplant in dashi sauce ($6.50) - light appetizer, and seemed fairly healthy. 4. Miso chilean sea bass ($30) - very flaky and fresh. I was already getting full by this point after our apps and nigiri came out. 5. The nigiri and rolls were all fresh and ranged in pricing. We each got 3 pieces of nigiri and split a couple small rolls in addition to the aforementioned spicy tuna and salmon. Service was decent. We sat at the counter and the chefs were all very nice.

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    Bozu Japanese Restaurant - Sushi bar

    Sushi bar

    Bozu Japanese Restaurant - Assorted 5 Kind Sashimi

    Assorted 5 Kind Sashimi

    Bozu Japanese Restaurant - Yamaimo & Sea-Urchin Beef Roll

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    Yamaimo & Sea-Urchin Beef Roll

    Zigu - seafood - Updated August 2026

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