Bento & Curry located in the food court above Sam's Club Pearl City. Counter service only, lots of…read moreseating in the main dining room. We tried the Salmon Shioyaki, Barbecue Chicken, and Deep Fried Oysters. Everything was prepared fresh with fresh ingredients. Everything was delicious. They have quite a large selection, we'll definitely have to make some time to visit them again. Highly recommended

A must get when we're craving curry!…read more This might sound crazy but this is our go to spot after our Sam's Club run. The portions are huge and prices are reasonable! This place also has a huge menu so there's something for everyone! They have a variety of curry plates, bentos, poke, and even noodle dishes. Our go to is definitely the chicken karaage curry plate! The chicken is always crispy, a bit sweet, and super juicy! It balances out the slightly spicy and salty curry. We also love that there's vegetables in the curry (carrots & potatoes). We love that the curry comes in a separate container so no soggy chicken! We've also tried their gyoza which is always crispy and has a lot of filling inside. Most recently, I tried their miso salmon bento and that was so flavorful! It came with toss salad, edamame, and miso soup! At around $14 per plate, I think that's a pretty good deal for the amount of food you get!

Stopped by Matsuzaka-tei in Pearl City for a quick bite and was very happy with the selections…read more The thinly sliced sukiyaki-style beef was tender and coated in a delicious, savory-sweet sauce. The two ontama (soft-boiled) eggs on top were the perfect addition--their creamy yolks mixed beautifully with the beef and rice, creating a rich, luscious sauce for the entire bowl. It's hearty, flavorful, and definitely a must-try. We ordered a side of takoyaki (octopus balls) and they were executed well. Nicely crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

When missing Japan and craving gyudon, come here if in the area. Beef was flavorful and tender. Got…read morethe combo with curry and it was delicious. Nice place for a quick bite to eat. Staff friendly and helpful. Lots of parking in front of the restaurant.

Been there about 4 times in 2 months! The food is excellent. The restaurant is small and quiet. Not…read morebusy at all. Reservations recommended. The servers are friendly. Prices are reasonable. Location is great! Going back again for Mother's Day!

Food: 4/5 Service: 4/5…read moreAmbiance: 4.5/5 Stopped in for dinner on a Saturday night. We made reservations and were seated right away. Since this place is located in the mall, parking is very easy. We ordered asahi beers to drink, chicken katsu teishoku, and several kushi katsu (zucchini, shishito pepper, mushroom, and fishcake). Food was very tasty but I noticed it was a bit oily and fatty. Food felt heavy in my stomach at the end of the dinner. Serving sizes exceeded my expectation and my friend and I shared the chicken katsu teishoku. This came with some vegetables and miso soup. Their lettuce salad is unlimited/bottomless and what helped combat the oily food. Service was okay. I didn't like that they passed our table a few times without clearing dishes after seeing us struggle with managing everything on our table. Servers did their job. I recommend trying this place! The food is very tasty and portions are big.

Located near the Sam's Club gas station in Pearl City sits Daiichi Ramen, one of the many eateries…read morein this busy little food hub. My son and I were looking for somewhere nearby to grab an early dinner, and since this was already our third visit here, I had a good feeling we wouldn't be disappointed. Luckily for us, we arrived early and were seated right away. Always a win when you're hungry and don't have to wait! For my meal, I ordered the Curry Teishoku, which came with curry, gyoza, and miso soup. The curry was hearty and comforting. Exactly the kind of dish that hits the spot when you're craving something warm and filling. The gyoza was nice and tasty with a good bite to them, and the miso soup was classic and simple. Just the way miso soup should be. My son, being the Spam lover that he is, went straight for the Spam Katsu plate, which also came with a small salad and miso soup. He definitely had no complaints about his meal. Crispy Spam? Hard to go wrong there. What actually surprised me the most was the salad that came with his plate. I had to try a bite and wow. The star of that little side dish was definitely the mango salad dressing. I'm not sure if it's made in-house or store-bought, but either way it was seriously delicious. Sweet and super refreshing. All in all, this spot once again satisfied our appetite. It's casual, comforting, and consistent. Exactly the three things that keep us coming back. Safe to say we'll continue supporting this local spot whenever we're in the area and craving some good grindz.

The food was delicious, the service was excellent, I ordered take out, when I got home to eat the…read moremeal, the Gyoza was stuck together and the shoyu container was too small for the Gyoza, it's disappointing to eat gyoza and not enough shoyu sauce while the gyoza was falling apart because it was stuck together, very messy.

Still took us in even tho they were closing soon. Thank you! Waitress was very friendly and helpful.read more

Such good Japanese food! Came here with my mom, brother, and daughter for dinner tonight. Great…read moreteishoku sets and reasonably priced! My bro ordered the combo set with fried oysters and unagi. My mom ordered the Tonkatsu and fried oyster combo set. I had the shrimp tempura and unagi set. And my daughter had the kids wakame udon and added fish cake and they also added corn which is a favorite of hers. The miso soups in the sets had the little rolled tofu curls, wakame and green onion. The waitress gave my daughter a cute Hello Kitty bowl so we could portion out the udon. Overall it was a really great meal and we'll definitely be back! The restaurant was very clean and not noisy at all. Volume of music was perfect for families and definitely kid friendly. Service was excellent and food came out fast.

I eat here often and didn't realize I haven't done a review!…read more Service here is very good. Hostess is ok but the servers are ALL great. Even the busboy is polite abs efficient. It's old school Japanese restaurant with a lot of choices. Reasonable quiet, spacious, and while it's getting about old looking, it's hard to be old school if it weren't. Occasionally we are early enough to get one drink at happy hour prices (to 4:30). Hubby enjoys the sake. He has a flight this time and was very pleased. Other times he gets the Orion beer (Okinawan - so pronounced Japanese style, not like the constellation). They now offer vodka soda, I had the Lychee flavor and it was very good. I couldn't find the calorie count on the can but it's pretty sweet so it's not like a seltzer. Prices can be steep so we try to take advantage of the Wed-Fri early birds special or the senior (all day) menu. We usually go for dinner. But once in a while for lunch. They do have lunch specials. This time we had the early bird special. Hubby always gets the teri short rib, which is boneless. I get the sashimi. Each has a charge, but to us it's worth it. All one with miso (white) soup with wakame and tiny squares of tofu. Pretty smooth. Ours comes with shrimp (3) and veg tempura (string beans, eggplant, white Japanese sweet potato) and California roll sushi. This time we opted for white rice because it (in our opinion) goes better with the teri short ribs and sashimi. Other times we've had the Cali rolls, which are good. Server gave us a salad (guess cuz we got white rice?) Regular priced menu items are a bit steep, but you can get good value with the specials or happy hour (appetizers)

This place is great! Old fashioned local Japanese dishes and good old fashioned waitresses…read more I got the bento box which turned out to be just right. I was also there a couple weeks ago for a catered party and everything was so good! I know I'll be back.

FPO and I finally got our Goma Tei fix. We met up with friends at the Pearlridge location. We went…read morewhen they opened at 11:00 am on Saturday morning. Good thing we went early; there were people already lining up at the door. By the time everyone was seated, the restaurant almost full. Within half an hour there was already a wait list. The service was friendly but a little slow and distracted, I think because of the huge influx of people all at one time. I stuck with my usual Tan Tan Ramen. FPO had the Cold Ginger Chicken. For the table we also got Gyoza and Popcorn Chicken. It didn't disappoint. Everything I remembered! The restaurant was bright and happy-looking, and sounding. A loud group of people enjoying good food and company. It was a very enjoyable lunch.

My wife and I had been eating at this location for years, and it never disappoints. Would like to…read moretry different items, but we always order the same thing; char siu tan tan, chicken tatsutaage, fired rice with teriyaki chicken. Staff is always friendly and the restaurant is always clean.

Ichiriki has my heart. Such a hearty and healthy meal and always friendly service from Chas and…read moreLovely when we go!! I did note that prices have gone up but if you're willing to fork it out, it's worth it! Recommend making a reservation as they do get busy and occasionally are short staffed but you should be able to grab a seat without one (unless you go during peak hours). Also enoki mushrooms are back! $6 for a tray, you could probably split between 2-3 people (depending on how much you like em)

Ichiriki is great, hm, well they've always been really good and my family loves this place but the…read moreonly reason I would give a 4-star is because of the cleanliness of the place. It feels a bit like management or ownership isn't paying attention to all the details, like for example our spoon still had food gunk on it and the dishes just didn't give off a very sanitary feel... that said, the food and service are usually good, and it's a kid friendly place. I always get the paitan broth with pork, and then definitely the zosui after! My fave being the zosui. The dessert is just a-ok too so not the most amazing. And service is so great :') the server was amazing, always checking up on us and had a great attitude. 5 star service and 4.5 ish star food :)

I recently dined at Rokaru Shabu Shabu, and it turned out to be one of the more satisfying hot pot…read moreexperiences I've had on Oahu. Located in the Pearl Kai Shopping Center area of Aiea, the restaurant has a modern and comfortable dining space that feels both lively and welcoming. The layout is well suited for group dining, which makes sense given the communal nature of shabu shabu. The moment we were seated, the staff were attentive and helpful in explaining the menu and how the ordering process works for guests who may be less familiar with the style of dining. What immediately stood out was the quality and freshness of the ingredients. Shabu shabu is a cuisine where ingredient integrity matters significantly because the cooking process is very simple. Rokaru clearly prioritizes fresh vegetables, well-prepared broths, and thinly sliced meats that cook quickly and evenly in the hot pot. The beef selections were particularly impressive, with slices that had excellent marbling and tenderness. Once briefly cooked in the broth, the meat developed a rich flavor while still maintaining a delicate texture. The broth options were another highlight of the meal. Each broth offered its own flavor profile, allowing diners to customize their experience depending on their preferences. The broths were flavorful without becoming overly salty or heavy, which allowed the natural taste of the meats and vegetables to come through. As ingredients were added throughout the meal, the broth continued to develop deeper flavor, which is one of the pleasures of well-executed shabu shabu. The sauce bar also added an enjoyable level of customization. Having the ability to mix dipping sauces allows each diner to tailor the flavor balance of each bite. Whether leaning toward something more savory, slightly spicy, or bright with citrus, the sauces complemented the cooked ingredients well without overwhelming them. Service throughout the meal remained attentive and efficient. Staff checked in regularly to ensure that broths were maintained, orders were correct, and diners had everything they needed. The pacing of the meal felt comfortable, allowing our group to take time enjoying each round of ingredients without feeling rushed. The overall atmosphere contributed positively to the experience. The dining room had an energetic but controlled environment that made it easy to enjoy conversation while cooking and sharing food together. Shabu shabu naturally encourages a social dining style, and Rokaru does a good job creating a space that supports that experience. Overall, Rokaru Shabu Shabu delivers a well-executed hot pot experience with fresh ingredients, flavorful broths, and attentive service. The restaurant demonstrates a clear understanding of what makes shabu shabu enjoyable: quality ingredients, balanced broths, and a welcoming environment where diners can take their time and enjoy the process of cooking their meal.

Went here for lunch yesterday morning…read more Tall asian lady was super nice and quick, definitely coming again, food was really good. The place was really nice.

If you're at Waikele Premium Outlets and craving something truly satisfying, this spot is a…read moremust‑try. The combination plates are grand -- you get a little bit of everything, and every bite hits the spot. The miso butterfish is unbelievably tender, the shrimp tempura is perfectly crisp, the teriyaki chicken is flavorful, and the salmon is cooked just right. Even the miso soup (yes, hot miso soup, not "miso hot" like I almost said!) is comforting and delicious. It's authentic Japanese comfort food done right, and you can taste the care in every dish. I absolutely love this place and always leave happy and full. A fantastic stop during any shopping trip. Marie

Pre mom day for our mama..... We were the second ones to be…read moreseated for a party of 6. Everything was going ok....We got our waters and hot tea at a timely matter: But after that everything just went down hill. Waited almost an hour for our food while the people That came after us had already theirs. Then one at a time our food came out. Then it stalled.... Food was coming out like 10-15 minutes apart ... and it doesn't make sense to bring out bowls of rice and dipping sauce first when the main entree isn't ready yet. So the dipping sauce and rice ended up Getting cold. The unacceptable part was we were the ones who had to ask about our foods. No apologies. And this one server blamed it on the vent as to why the food was taking a long time. LMFAO !!!!!!!! If they only knew that a couple people on that table has had almost 35 years of restaurant experience. Like be honest call it what it is... yall couldn't handle. You screwed up. Etc.... The entire experience was disorganized. And some unnecessary attitude from the wait staff. Then one of our soups were wrong ! At that point we immediately asked for take our boxes and our check..... SO OVER IT!!! the whole mom day experience for us were ruined. Never ever again. ...... 0 stars !!