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    Hiro No Uchi

    4.8 (54 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open • 5:30 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Dogs allowed

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    13 course omakase minus last course (black sesame squid ink tamago)
    Trang D.

    After trying omakases at various price points across the US, Mexico, and Asia, I was honestly starting to find the format repetitive and was losing interest. When I crave omakase these days, I specifically look for chefs who travel well and love experimenting with flavors without sacrificing tradition, skill, and quality. That is exactly what makes Hiro No Uchi so special. Chef's 13-course omakase was incredible, some with seasonal fish, some prepared in a novel way. Chef was educating us on the flavors of each course and was really fun to chat with. Oahu always guarantees amazing Japanese food, but this experience stands completely on its own level. It is officially my favorite omakase on the island. They also have a speakeasy in the back but we were too full to drink.

    Paris F.

    Hiro is an artist. I really enjoyed his unique combination of resources to the fish. You could easily combine resources that could contradict the tastes. And the chef was cool dude. I enjoyed talking to him. Also, loved the speakeasy vibe decor of the restaurant that you would never imagine to be a sushi bar.

    Jolene L.

    On busy King Street, slow down to take notice of this place for omakase. They don't need flashing lights nor decorative window, it's word of mouth that gets patrons making reservations here. If you get fussy about the lack of a parking lot, get over it. It's worth an Uber ride. Or better yet, go on a Sunday when street parking is free. Whatever plans you make, trust, you will enjoy the omakase with Chef Hiro. The entire group was prompt for the 5:30 p.m. seating. That is being respectful for everyone's time. There is cozy counter seating and separate tables are also available. If you cannot hear him over the background music, Chef's server will also gladly explain each dish. The sashimi to rice ratio is nicely balanced. The rice itself is perfectly seasoned. Chef's attention to detail in all the presentation, was spot on, beautiful! Of course all the seafood and garnishings are fresh. This is 5 stars for taste. Chef Hiro took us to flavor levels beyond the norm. Special Mmmmmms for the smokey dishes that he torched in front of us. We thoroughly enjoyed watching Chef Hiro prepare our exquisite meal.

    Appetizer
    Tania T.

    Hidden gem in downtown, speakeasy sushi bar with a variety of fish. Omakase well done with different textures and flavors. Chef Hiro is creative and knows how to combine the textures that enhance the freshness and flavor of every bite. Chef and team were friendly and engaging (which we love) with their customers. Quick and efficient service, attentive. Quietly tucked away in a discreet area but upon entering a super chill , underground vibe. Love this place!

    Jennifer T.

    Located in the heart of downtown, this place is a hidden gem and gives off underground speakeasy vibes! There is no dedicated parking garage so it's either street parking or any of the open lots nearby. First of all, let's talk about the decor. The entrance and lobby area has concrete walls covered in vintage Japanese movie posters, Japanese decor and artifacts lining the shelves, and illuminated LED blue and hot pink lights hanging from the ceiling. The abstract art and interior decor feels like an underground anime bar and gives off relaxing and chill vibes. You can definitely tell that the owner put a LOT of thought into creating the ambiance he wanted to portray. Walking further into the restaurant is the bar seating area. The menu is izakaya-style, focusing on small flavorful plates. Each dish was explained to us in depth on where the fish came from (flown in), how it was prepared, and what made it so special. Every dish was tasty and filling, though my favorite dish was the toro! It was soft, buttery, and melted in my mouth. This place is pricey ($150 per person) but definitely worth it for the food and the experience. The service is excellent - the owner and the other employees were attentive, personable, and treated us like valued guests.

    Mary Joy D.

    My boyfriend and I had a great time for our very first omakase experience with Hiro. Hiro and his wife warmly welcomed us as we waited for the previous seating to wrap up. Hiro is incredibly personable, engaging, and entertaining. We had so much fun chatting with him and Brandy (if I remember correctly) throughout the meal. He really set the ambiance with the lighting, beautiful art, and all these cute little knickknacks + trinkets. Every single course was explained so beautifully. As he was describing each dish, my mouth was just salivating knowing how good it was going to be. Each bite literally felt like that scene in Ratatouille where Remy tastes the cheese and strawberry together and fireworks start going off. The parking lot facing N Nimitz Highway was super convenient, just a short walk from the restaurant, and cost $9 after our dinner. We couldn't have asked for a better first omakase experience and we are so glad we chose Hiro No Uchi!

    Black Sesame Tamagoyaki. Light and fluffy. The color is from food grade activated charcoal.
    Randy S.

    A nice intimate sushi omakase that you would not come across accidentally. Hiro No Uchi, literally Hiro's house, first appears as kind of a Japanese speakeasy. You have to be buzzed in - for security in nighttime Chinatown. Then , as you enter you're hit w black walls full of Japanese pop and punk art. The lighting adds a neon effect full of color. This is not Edomae sushi. Atsuhiro Kajita fuses familiar flavors into a creative meal of sushi. His rice, the shari, is seasoned with two different akasu vinegar. The toppings, the neta, are good quality. You will not find precisely formed nigiri here. The cuts can look a little uneven or ragged and the seasonings are not perfectly placed. But the flavors speak to how Hiro wants each bite to taste. The meal begins with an otsumami plate, then proceeds to nigiri. Hiro will present the evening's neta precut and portioned in a box. There is a break in nigiri service where Hiro will cook tamagoyaki to order. Miso soup follows the last nigiri and the meal ends with the cooled freshly prepared tamagoyaki. The nigiri pace is balanced. There is a lot of cherrywood smoked and aburi neta. Green onion ginger paste and yuzu spritzed on neta is also common. Keep in mind that there are layers of flavors that appeal to very local tastes. The layout suggests that there are plans to make this a later night hangout with a la carte offerings. There is an adjacent space that will hopefully birth a good cocktail bar. Currently it is BYOB, pending a liquor license approval. Bring your stuff and be prepared to share. The end of the last seating can end up feeling like a drinking get together with friends at Hiro's house.

    Scallop, kubota, Hiro the man
    Leif E.

    What a great little omakase. This quaint 10-15 seater sits inside of Chinatown. They have a security door to keep the uninvited out. The space is decorated with interesting art that changes in the light. Portraits of Hiro adorn the walls. I love it. There's a huge tv that looks like a painting. The omakase journey was spectacular and the two things I really liked about it were: 1) the yuzu kosho pairings, 2) the black sesame tamago. Everything else was great but those two things really stuck with me. The entire course was peppered with flavor medleys that were new to me. Overall, I had a great time with a special someone and we'll definitely be back for more!

    Allyson C.

    Wow- where do I start? This is an experience worth every penny. The chef is so personable and kind. The food is SO interesting and unique. We over every single bite. The room is very artsy- filled with fun art and neon signs. We felt like family and were incredibly impressed,

    James L.

    My Hiro! What an amazing omakase experience! We came to our reservation and was buzzed in... walking into the spot it was like a Japanese speakeasy urban street design! Very cool! We were the first ones to get seated so it's first come first serve and you want to be sitting in the front to see Hiro do his magic! Great omakase dishes! Every bite was amazing! So many flavors and so many ingredients infused!! It was just amazing! You can currently BYOA and I think that makes this plus even more of a great experience ...can bring delicious alcoholic beverages to enjoy your dinner and that actually saves alot money! Hope the place continued success as it was one of the best omakase experience thanks to Hiro!

    I would love a full size bowl of this goodness...
    Akemi O.

    Hubs took me there for my bday...babysitter fell through so baby tagged along. We work downtown, so rushed down to King Street. Former Islander Sake place. Think was an old bank b/c got a vault on the way to the bathroom. I want a vault in my house...looks cool. But anywho...Hiro said he's still renovating but already looks pretty cool. We rolled in a little later than the seating time but he was still prepping the 1st dish, so was actually perfect timing to get our drinks ready, set baby in a chair. Baby really enjoyed the pupu platter with tako, I forget what kine fish, some shirasu in ponzu cup, and ankimo. I'm not an ankimo person, so baby got to whack that...but she ate most of everything else on there too! Sushi was ono...thought the hotate was presented nice (and it tasted good) but almost looked like shirako the way it was cut. I really liked the uni/ikura don...my 2 faves. Baby liked the uni. Chick knows what's good. Something smoked was really good...I can't remember what was tho. Matcha Tamagoyaki was cool to watch being made. Pointers when I do at home! I liked the green and think it should be paired with a piece of ham...make it Dr. Suessy. But I'm not a huge matcha or egg person. Chef and the others were all very nice to baby... interacted with her, told her "hi" after she said it a ga-zillion times. Even made her couple nigiri! Meal ended with a macaron made by one of the workers (apprentice?). Baby ate most of her...what I allowed her to have. She loooved it. We had the old people 5:30pm seating. Seemed a little tight for the next seating and people sitting around waiting. Felt bad b/c that was when baby had a code brown sitch so hubs changed her while i grabbed up all our stuff and polished off our drinks. I was full after the meal...not overstuffed. Perfect amount for me and baby...but I did get super hungry a couple hours later. A great experience...

    Kaisendon with uni and ikura, topped with a quail egg
    Casey H.

    This omakase has to be one of the best in Honolulu. While the flavors may not be traditional, every sushi was handled with thought and precision. I was instantly taken back to Japan - it was that good. I sat at the bar, where the service was excellent. While it looks like it could be a mix of a Izakaya and a karaoke club when you first enter, the food will transport you thousands of miles away into any Japanese city. Also, have a drink or two the staff (it's BYOB) -- you're guaranteed to have a good time.

    So much fun at Hiros
    Brian Y.

    My new favorite Omakase spot in Honolulu! All the quality and none of the pretentiousness of a high end sushi spot. Ched Hiro puts so much time and care into each dish and they all have a creative twist. Absolute must visit.

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