Beautiful experience of carefully prepared food with delicious flavors. You are greeted at seating…read moretime and taken to your table. Limited reservations make this a cozy and intimate setting. The atmosphere of the dining area is like you are in someone's home. The sake included in the meal was so smooth and balanced, great way to start everything off. Each course is well thought out, beautifully presented and explained. Flavors were fresh and layered, uniquely different from things we have tasted before. We ordered a couple extra glasses of sake to have with our meal, one aged and one just finished a few days before. Both were delicious. Definitely a splurge but we enjoyed it very much!

This was a treat, very personal. The sake was very very good, I enjoyed being able to try all the…read moredifferent kinds at once. The food was also very good! My favorite part was being able to learn from the owner though, and learn about the sake.

Sushi Hana delivers an exceptional omakase experience that showcases the quality and freshness of…read morepremium seafood sourced directly from Japan. Each course is thoughtfully prepared, allowing the natural flavors and textures of the fish to shine without unnecessary embellishments. From buttery otoro and delicate seasonal white fish to perfectly balanced uni and sweet scallops, every bite reflects Chef Haruki's attention to detail and commitment to authenticity. The progression of the meal is well-paced, introducing a variety of seasonal specialties. The intimate atmosphere and attentive service create a welcoming dining experience, with Etsuko taking the time to explain the origin and preparation of each piece. It's clear that Sushi Hana prioritizes both craftsmanship and high-quality ingredients. We throughly enjoyed our omakase experience and will do it again in a heartbeat!

This spot is such a gem! We got a reservation and there are maybe 5 tables in there so we wouldn't…read morehave been able to eat there without one. The owner is lovely and helped us with decisions on the menu. Everything is incredibly fresh and it's a nice quiet spot. The vegetable tempura was great, we had some good rolls and sushi/sashimi. Great spot if you're in the area!

Service was great. Good I found to be expensive,…read more Sushi rolls: bincho rolls $29.00, 12 pcs sashimi $55.00 slices of the sushi too thin and not worth the price. Pork Billy fried rice large $28.00 seems too expensive for fried rice. Tasty kimchi's. Ambiance was great, outdoor dining is always good. I do think the pricing and volume of the serving needs to improve.

4.2 At the Fairmont orchid hotel. Was elegant .we came for…read morehappy hour and the appetizers were about two dollars less than what they are listed on the menu. The chicken wings and the bao appetizers were yummy. We had entre shrimp which were big and thick and served along with the Shishito peppers and the corn, which was unique. We also had the volcano roll. Was moderately expensive but not excessive for an on-site restaurant at a resort. Afterwards, we went out to watch the sunset as we finished our dinner early as I could not be viewed from the restaurant.

I came during a Friday lunch rush and they were turning out orders pretty fast here. It's counter…read moreservice where you order, wait for your food, and either take it home or eat it in the food court (it's not about the ambiance, it's about the flavors). I got the pork bento which came with miso soup and an iced tea and it was $32 with tax and tip. Kind of on the expensive side for lunch but it was a lot of food and it tasted flavorful and fresh. Pros Fast fresh Japanese food Cons Food court or take-away (not a major con but worth noting)

A another local boutique Owner recommended this place to us, and we decided to come check it out…read more Sadly, we were full at the time and have not walked off our lunch yet. Lol. We were able to order an iced Matcha tea and it was really good, but a little light in flavor. Lol. I was really excited to try their Ube smoothie, but it was pre-mixed with cow, milk, and since I'm lactose intolerant, I wouldn't be able to have it comfortably. Lol. The lady that helped us was incredibly friendly, sweet and nice, and she knew everything about the food and drinks. She was very apologetic about the cow milk and the smoothie being premixed. Hee. They also had a little Ready To Go take out counter area with some delicious looking items. I took a picture of that as I took a picture of the drink. I will have to go back for lunch and write update my review. Hee

Susie is the best chef on the island in my experience. A former chef at Four Seasons, she now…read moresingle-handedly creates masterpieces with every amazing culinary delight. Everything is fresh, local, and organic, so not only are the dishes incredibly delicious, they are healthier and more nutritious than anything I've ever experienced in a restaurant. Sadly, this Saturday is her last day cooking here for awhile. She will be doing a remodeling project and will be closed indefinitely. Her many regular customers, including myself, are all in mourning. I wish there were a way to capture fantastic flavors here to share. For now, a photo will have to suffice. Here's the delicious bi bim bops.

Be patient as the wait can be long since Suzy, the owner, is the only staff - taking order and…read morecooking each fresh. She's lovely and friendly. Delicious and healthy food for meat eaters and vegetarians. Bibimbap was a large serving at $16. Prices are very reasonable. Hard to believe she can make a living on it. Covered Picnic tables outside. Limited seating inside.

Stopped in for a little lunch on our way to Hilo, cute spot . Everything was delicious large…read moreportions. Wife got the short rib bowl, I got the chicken karrage bao , both were yummy. Order at counter, all was fresh and hot !! Would be back !!

One of the few spots that stay up later than the rest of the surrounding businesses resulting in…read moredinner rushes, so be mindful and patient when dining in during busy hours (typically between 5pm-8pm). You order at the counter and if you're lucky, you'll have the lovely opportunity of being helped by Cat. She's very knowledgeable about the menu and is very thorough when leading you through the ordering process. Once the food arrived, presentation was great. Everything looked super yummy and fresh! Our ginger pork dumplings and one order of the short ribs came out right away, however my partner's short rib plate didn't come out at all (20 minutes have passed by). It was a slight disappointment having to eat my meal while my partner was waiting for his, however we gave them the benefit of the doubt and figured it was due to the fact we received our order as soon as that dinner rush started. When mentioned to Cat, she was super apologetic and got us the missing plate right away with no excuses. Thank you so much! This series of events will not prevent me from coming back to this spot whenever I am back on this side of the big island because the food is great, ordering process was easy and to the point, customer service was awesome, and hours are very forgiving. Give it a try!

The food was delicious…read more We decided to order for pickup, and they have a text message system that notifies you when your order is ready. That was very helpful because we needed to pick up a few things at the grocery store next door, so it worked out perfectly. The service was great. We'll definitely be back to dine in and experience the service inside.

No doubt YONG's Kal-bi is best Korean food on this island. We were expecting Hawaiian version of…read moreKorean food, but it turned out to be very authentic. We came back two nights in a roll to try more dishes. Yukgaejang was flavorful without being salty. It had perfect amount of spiciness and big portion size was a bonus for hungry tourists. We also had their shishito/chives pancake. It was huge and enough to share with whole family. Their butterfish dish was absolutely perfect and we appreciated less salty and buttery fish (as name suggests). We would have gone back for more but unfortunately they are closed Sundays and Mondays. Service was fast and friendly even though they were very busy (lots of phone orders too). It's order at the counter but they bring food out to you. Highly recommend!!

Amazing ramen!!!! Definitely worth checking out. Seafood ramen was fantastic! Such a good spotread more

If you love ramen this is a place to go. I've been here many times, and I am always pleased with…read morethe food and service. Char sui ramen is my favorite.