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This was a great place recommended to me by a local person. It appears they switch up the menu periodically but the dish I had for dinner was the Ebi à la king (shrimp, mushrooms, onions, a little peppers + rice in a delicious white sauce). Fresh and flavorful, though was a bit heavy with the onions for me. There is no inside seating but there's a really cute shared courtyard with a few tables. I know some of the reviews I saw mentioned that it can be a long wait but I went on a Monday night around peak dinner time and didn't have much of a wait at all. The courtyard is also a cute vibe, including a piano that people would just walk up and randomly start playing. The only downsides I would say is they don't provide real silverware- it was a little difficult to get all the shrimp and vegetables on a plastic fork. But even that wasn't enough to impact the rating. I'd also say the dish was quite filling even though it may not look like a lot of food. I will definitely visit again the next time I'm in Waikiki.
A very literal interpretation of garlic shrimp.... Don't understand the hype. Came here because it was a decently rated garlic shrimp spot. Other than the shrimp being fresh, this wasn't it. Literally shrimp with garlic. No butter. One measly lemon, so the flavors weren't hitting. Just oily garlic shrimp. Rather make the drive to Giovanni's. Staff was also a bit cold, but outside seating was nice. Won't be back.
Today I got to try the Spicy Chicken Curry and it was very tasty. Also, the service was very friendly and helpful.
During my recent visit to Honolulu for the Hapalua Half Marathon, I came here a couple of times for dinner. The location was tucked inside a small courtyard on the north side of Kuhio Ave just west of the International Market Place. It was behind the popular Marugame Udon. It was kind of easy to miss. On one visit, I ordered their garlic shrimp (ebi kahuku). It was very similar to what you can get up at North Shore, but these shrimp were peeled. For my other visit, I ordered their ebi a la King. It was a pretty efficient transaction. After paying for my order, I was given a pager. Once my food was ready, I grabbed a pair of chopsticks and took it back to my room to enjoy. Both items were good and delicious, but the portion was on the smaller side.
Too good not to return when I'm in the area. The Garlic Shrimp is still my favorite. No peeling necessary and no pokey shrimp heads or shells. They give you plenty of garlic on top of your shrimp and rice. They definitely make to order because it always comes out nice and hot. Come in the evening on a weekday as to avoid lines.
We wanted to check EbiNomi out since it is a popular spot for garlic shrimp in the area. We ordered the garlic shrimp plate and it took a long time to come out, about 35 minutes, even though we were the only ones in line. The plate came with rice and only 6 medium sized shrimp and cost almost $23 with tax. The garlic shrimp was cooked well, not overcooked or anything but there was nothing really special about it since it just tastes like garlic and butter. Especially for the steep price, it's not worth it and was really disappointing. We were the only customers there but had to wait for outdoor seating since there are people just chilling at the tables. There are better garlic shrimp spots in the area that are more affordable and give better portions.
There's always a time or two when Yelp steers you wrong.. When you see the excellent score, then go and try the food and is left scratching your head.. Asking yourself, who gave these scores, and why?? EbiNomi was one of them places for me!! Either I ordered the wrong thing, came on an off cook day, or I didn't get the hype because the garlic shrimp I ordered here was sodium free and not delicious! I mean it literally tasted like shrimp with a gang of unseasoned cooked garlic.. that's it! There was zero wow factor, nothing interesting or different about it- just garlic, plain rice, and shrimp.. I put it on par with hospital food type Shit flavor wise! Skip it!!
don't be fooled by the positive reviews. tasted like jarlic, like they just scooped it out of the jar and dumped it on top. THEY should've paid ME to eat this tourist trap shrimp.
I ordered from Ebinomi through Uber Eats and was really happy with my meal. I had the Ebikahuku, and the shrimp were not only beautifully presented but packed with a lot of great garlic flavor. The shrimp were pretty big in size too. The portion was balanced and had a solid shrimp to rice ratio. Definitely a tasty option if you're craving garlic shrimp and want something that travels well.
It's a little tucked behind and it's more of a to go place! They do have a few tables that you can sit at outside of the restaurant. We had the garlic shrimp plate here and it was very garlic-y, which I loved! It had so many chunks of garlic! I wish it was seasoned a little more but I used hot sauce and it was good~
Every time I'm at Waikīkī I come to this curry spot! They have some of the best curry in the entire Waikīkī strip! I got their chicken curry and it is so creamy and tasty! Their curry have a lot of coconut milk to give it that slight spice after taste, which I love! There are searing outside and nearby as this is a small restaurant where you pick up the food.
Extra spicy chicken curry! This was super delicious, this will be one of the first few spots I'd want to stop by the next time I arrive to Hawai'i! I will get it just spicy and not extra spicy this time!! The chicken was super tender and I just kept wanting that sauce! Can't wait!
It's been ages since I've had garlic shrimp, so that's what I ordered. Took about 10-15 minutes for my order to be prepared. There were 8 peeled shrimp and a lot of garlic. I love garlic. The shrimp were also plump. I enjoyed this dish.
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5 years ago
Definitely check this place out! I ordered the garlic shrimp and the flavor was all there. At first, it looks like it's a lot of garlic, but no, the perfect amount! So much better without the shrimp shells, less mess! read more
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This is a nice new addition in Waikiki. Compared to the places that have blown up and have crazy long lines, this place was a breath of fresh air with minimal wait time. We tried the prime rib, which was yummy and very reasonably priced (for Waikiki), and the potato shrimp, which were a fun take on fried shrimp. The shrimp did not come with their own sauce, which is an oversight in my opinion, but we used the sauces that came with the steak. I'd come again to try the North Shore style shrimp! read more
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4 years ago
SO GOOD!! I got the Japanese fried chicken with rice and it was well worth the money. It was very crunchy with a good fried chicken flavor and they give you a side of sweet Chile sauce! Very very good highly recommend read more
5 years ago
Tiny hole in the wall with a limited menu. We ordered the EbiKahuku which is the famous North Shore garlic shrimp. It's served over rice and it's absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this. My husband had the veggie curry, spicy Thai style. It was also very good. read more
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5 years ago
Had this for lunch today and everything was delicious! Service was great too! It's super duper close to the Matcha Cafe Maiko and in the same little alleyway. Come here for your main meal and then get some Matcha Cafe Maiko for dessert! A few things to note - they take cc, they don't provide bags, but you can pay for one so remember to bring your own bag or pay. There are also some seats outside. The containers are pretty sturdy if your sleeping accommodations aren't far and you can just carry it. My favorite was the garlic shrimp with rice. Omgosh, I absolutely love garlic rice and the garlic rice here was delicious. I can just eat garlic rice and I will be happy. The shrimp comes in two sizes - single (8) or family (16). The shrimps are nice, big and plump. The best part is that the shrimps are deshelled and depooped so you can dig right in! Every shrimp place should do it like this. Come here instead of going all the way to the North Shore. No need to drive so far when this is just as good and actually, dare I say BETTER than Giovanni's? Tori Karaage - this was also super delicious! The chicken is boneless and nicely fried. I could have used some sauce or something since this with the rice is a bit too dry for me. The karaage here is also made a bit differently from the karaage I've had in Japan and izakayas. Nothing wrong with that. I love takoyaki and they have takoyaki here. It comes in 5. The takoyaki here is also a nice size and there is a nice size of squid in there. Another positive. Definitely get this if you like takoyaki. Potato shrimp - once I read the description, I knew I had to try it! This was definitely unique and not something I've had before. I really enjoyed this. The shrimp was nice and juicy. The crunch of the potato was also nice. Definitely recommend trying this too if you are looking for something different. Overall, I had a wonderful meal. I can't wait to come back to try their curry! Also, don't forget your stamp card! Thanks for a delicious meal! read more
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4 years ago
5 years ago
SOOOOO GOOD!! Peeled and great service. My only regret is not finding out about this place sooner! Must try! read more
5 years ago
Great food! Great Service! Small menu but I believe that's a plus since it helps to maintain food quality. Next time I'm in Waikiki, I'll be dining here for sure. read more
5 years ago
First time here. Tried the garlic shrimp with rice. Nothing to complain, the shrimps are cleaned, and the texture of the shrimp is juicy and soft, you can tell it's fresh, not from the freezer. The price of a bit high compare to N Cal. read more
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Looking for that rare gem in ultra-touristy Waikiki that is tasty, uncrowded, and (gasp) affordable? Ebinomi has a very decent garlic shrimp plate lunch. Cheap and cheerful. I'll be back next time that I find myself down by the resorts. read more
4 years ago
Saw this place when I went to Marugame and had to come try it out the next day for breakfast. BRUHHHHH. No lines, excellent spam/eggs/sauce, under $10, and friendly workers- do I need to say anymore? I will be back to try the lunch and dinner options! read more
The EbiKahuku (garlic shrimp entree) was delicious and certainly comparable to Giovanni's. We ordered a single serving for a light lunch shared between two people. The shrimp were cooked perfectly - plump, crispy, juicy. The server was professional, friendly, and helpful. 5/5 stars for both quality of food and hospitality. read more
5 years ago
Ordered Hungarian short ribs and they are definitely not cooked for 48 hrs. Chewy as f*ck. Seemed more like tri tip instead of short rib. Also ordered my prime rib medium rare and it was well done. It was a very thin cut as well. Not worth the price I paid for both dishes. For the locals out there this is definitely not worth it. For tourists knock yourself out read more
2 years ago
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3 years ago
Best breakfast in Waikiki! Very centrally located and great service. Seating is just outside in the courtyard. read more
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5 years ago
The shrimp was so garlicky and tasty. However, the portion was too small for the price. We only had ten small bites for the whole piece. Maybe we won't come back to try again read more
5 years ago
Wanted to try this place! Sadly, felt like they mixed up MSG and salt. Crazy salty taste. Presentation and flavor profile was fine apart from that, but need to drink a couple of bottles of water to deal with the salt :( read more
Writing this as I've finished my meal. I ordered the Garlic Shrimp and my mom ordered the Coconut Shrimp. Cleaned our plates. If you're a garlic fan, the Garlic Shrimp exceeds all expectations... it's covered in freshly minced garlic. If you're a fan of coconut, the Coconut Shrimp is light, fresh, sweet, and absolute perfection dipped in the chili sauce. So glad we came across this place. read more
6 years ago
Real diced garlic with just the perfect large amount and the shrimp is already shelled in veined. This alone makes one the best shrimp I've had for the Hawaii Kahuku Style shrimp plate! Coming back ASAP. read more
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6 years ago
This unassuming little restaurant behind Marukame Udon was a big surprise. The prices were very reasonable and all the three dishes we ordered were excellent and delicious. The garlic shrimp was really fresh and as good or better than the best North Shore garlic shrimp places. The chicken curry was subtle and had lots of different Thai curry flavors. The beef stew was just right with small potatoes and carrots and beef like a beef burgundy. read more
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5 years ago
This place is really great! Conveniently located, and lots of options. We got the Garlic shrimp and fish and chips which were both delicious! read more
3 years ago
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5 years ago
First time on the island and I came across this place. I was not disappointed! I got the garlic shrimp plate and the shrimp spring rolls. The garlic shrimp was so flavorful. It was already peeled so it was easy to eat and just tasted so fresh. They give you a great portion too! The spring rolls were a pleasant surprise. They were so crispy and with the sweet chili sauce , they were so good! And I found out, they are actually gluten free! The lady working was so friendly and helpful when I was ordering, and even came to check up on me outside after I was done eating. Great food and great service! read more
5 years ago
Glad we found this little gem behind the udon spot! We tried the ebikahuku and spicy curry chicken and they did not disappoint!! They were both full of flavor and the curry had just the right amount of heat. Will definitely come back to try some of the other dishes! read more
4 years ago
Let me start by saying EbiNomi is the perfect combination of great food and great customer service. It was so good that we came two days in a row. We ordered the ebikahuku (garlic shrimp) it was literally perfect, I love that they peel the shrimp for convenience. My cousin also ordered the breakfast burrito, it's a new menu item and she was actually the first one to try it! It has soft scrambled eggs and crunchy bacon, which she loved. The owner, Stewart, checked on us both times we visited his restaurant, he was super friendly and genuinely cares about providing his customers with great service and food. I look forward to returning to Hawaii and making EbiNomi one of my first stops. read more
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It truly was a pleasure to meet and serve you two lovely ladies, and…
4 years ago
Our new favorite breakfast stop in Waikiki!! We tried their spam and eggs breakfast as well as the Nomi Nomi Nutella stuffed French toast. The spam was cooked to a crisp perfectly. Both items were heavenly and we definitely recommend this quaint stop to anybody !! read more
If you're craving a hearty meal, then this is your spot. The menu is definitely eclectic, offering dishes from various countries. The three we picked were from all around the world. Our favorite of the three was the EbiCurry, a Thai curry that was packed with flavor. You also have the option to order this mild, spicy, or very spicy. Obviously, I went for the very spicy, and it was good! I do wish they offered a very super duper make-you-sweat spicy, but that's just my thing. Each shrimp was juicy and plump, and it's definitely a solid dish. The other two we ordered were also yummy. The Chicken a la King was a dish from England (I think) and was nice and creamy. The chicken pieces were all the perfect texture, which was great because there's nothing worse than overcooked chicken. The sauce was a little on the plain side, but it was still good. Finally, the Hungarian beef stew. The chunks of meat, potatoes, and carrots were hearty! A bit on the sweet side, so if you like sweet, then you'll like this stew. Their menu online is easy to order from, and they offer a curbside pick-up option, which we did. We called when we got there, and they brought out our food! Magic! There's a side street (Nohonani) that's easy to pull up to to wait for your food. Overall, a great addition to Waikiki. Easy food to-go that won't leave you hungry. read more
5 years ago
We stopped by for lunch when the udon line around the corner was super long. So glad we did! Hot and fast and everything so tasty. Garlic shrimp was delicious, Japanese fried chicken wasn't greasy at all. And the octopus bites were a great recommendation. Happy we stopped here! read more
4 years ago
We just found this place near our hotel with amazing food. My wife ordered the prime rib gravy and egg on top for breakfast. Talk about yummy food! They are very quick and friendly, and we're coming back to this place! Mahalo read more
4 years ago
5 years ago
I ordered the butter garlic shrimp plate but it was super salty that I had to spit out the sauce and some of the shrimps still had intestines. Very disgusting. The same dish I ordered in other stores was so much better and much cheaper. The worst was my lips were swollen due to the excessive salt. Would it be MSG? I had to drink plenty of water!! I will never come back to this store again even the shrimps seem pretty fresh. read more
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2310 Kuhio Ave
Courtyard 138
Honolulu, HI 96815
Waikiki
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