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    4.3 (90 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    April K.

    Still 5 stars all the way! Ingredients are fresh and delicious. The staff is efficient and friendly. So glad this business is still going strong! Their anniversary special is a great deal but even at regular price this place is well worth it. It you haven't stopped by to give them a try you should.

    Andy F.

    Having missed out on the first anniversary special of $1 inari bombs at Inari Factory earlier this year, I was glad it did a year and a half anniversary with $1.50 inari bombs! Gonna be $2 at two years? Inari Factory is an eatery by Don Quijote itself, so you might find some of their items similar to the poke/seafood bar inside. It's located right outside at the food court. With any kind of sushi, the quality of rice and the preparation of the rice is of utmost importance, so seeing a sign that the rice is nanatsuboshi rice from Hokkaido is a great sign. It was prepared well enough. The anniversary special only pertained to specific toppings, and you can choose from inari bombs or hand rolls. We went with Unagi, Tobikko, and Ahi Tuna bombs with Spicy Tuna and Crab Salad hand rolls. Everything was pretty good. Portions were generous. Flavor was all right. Unagi was the best, followed by the crab salad. Nothing exciting, but still more than acceptable and would return to try other items. Service was efficient and I like how everything was nicely prepared and neatly boxed.

    Surprise from my family
    Paul C.

    Hawaii is a melting pot of its multiethnic population. This environment brings people together from all over which also introduces fusion cuisine. Step in Inari Factory (IF), which brings together Hawaii and Japan. Poke, which has also gained popularity nationwide, is a Hawaiian dish that uses raw fish that is combined with seasonings (i.e. sea salt, chili flakes) and condiments (i.e. Hawaiian seaweed, kukui nuts, onions). Pair this with inari, which is sushi rice that is stuffed into a seasoned deep-fried tofu that is shaped in a rectangle box. IF opened in January 2024, located in one of the stalls of the left-hand side entrance of Don Quijote. They boast these fancy inaris that is topped with assorted toppings, with popular ones being fresh ahi and salmon. I've noticed IF via social media and my sister previously bought me some to try when they had a promotion, but I never made my way over to their store front until just recently. In my recollection, the inari was good but was advised of the cost. Keep in mind that Japan rice is used here, so it may seem pricey, but in my opinion, this is justified of its high-quality ingredients, execution and final product. A former colleague recently came back to the islands from Japan with her nephew and wanted to meet up. We agreed on Don Quijote as the office we were going to is just across the street next. After our business matters were settled, they wanted to grab a quick lunch before going shopping at Ala Moana, and I suggested IF of its proximity and originality as these poke inari are not available in Japan. To seal the deal, I advised that it was their last day of their 1.5 yr anniversary sale of $1.50 for either inari or hand rolls. Our lucky stars were sure aligned as there was a minimal line as we arrived at 12:36pm. We were third in line and while waiting we took out our cameras and started snapping away. The next thing I noticed the line grew and now had about 10 people behind us in line waiting. The anniversary sale offerings were limited as salmon options were sold out. You could select from spicy ahi poke, shoyu ahi poke, imitation crab, ocean salad, tobiko, and unagi. For the hand rolls, they had spicy ahi poke, shoyu ahi poke, imitation crab and natto. Majority of these items were premade so ordering was simple and quick. You told the staff your items which was marked on a sheet and another staff packaged your order accordingly. The line moved quickly. After paying, you're given a number. Within a few minutes our number was called and off we went. We opted to eat at the dining area of the food court at Don Quixote to save time. We snapped a few pics and started to dig in. I got 2 each of the spicy ahi and shoyu ahi poke inari, along with 1 spicy ahi hand roll. I was impressed on the execution as the flavors were bold and fish quality. The rice was perfect. I was concerned about possibly mushy rice and unnecessary teriyaki sauce drizzle on top as I've experienced at other places. Overdressing the protein is not my cup of tea when it comes to seafood. My out of town guests were flabbergasted of this concept as poke inari doesn't exist where they're from. They were in awe of the fish quality and the flavors. Huge hit and an amazing, quick and tasty lunch where it didn't break the bank. Overall, a great first experience ordering in person at IF where I'm indeed a fan. Although the anniversary sale is over, the inari here would make a meal or Scooby snack that's tasty and satisfying.

    Unagi & Seared Salmon
    Shelby I.

    I was so excited for this place because I love inari sushi! This place is located outside of Don Quixote Kaheka. They specialize in inari bombs or stuffed inari but they also have hand rolls or temaki. I decided to try their deluxe unagi and seared salmon. They costed a bit extra (+$1 each). The regular inari bombs were 2 for $5 included some poke selection, imitation crab, ocean salad & tobiko. At 2 for $7 I was expecting a pretty decent sized inari. I was a bit disappointed when it was pretty small (2 biter for me). The unagi did have shredded tamago (scrambled egg) under the unagi. The seared salmon was also disappointing because it was fully cooked, not just seared on top. Maybe I misunderstood? Idk. The inari wrapper or abura-age was also a bit dry for my liking. You definitely need a drink to wash it all down. Overall, I'm glad I tried this place out but would not return.

    All of these was smackin! The girl forgot outlr 2 shoyu poke inari
    Ronilynn Chiyo B.

    We ordered the specials they offered for their 2nd year anniversary & every piece we ordered was pretty yummy! But it would've been nice if we had all of our orders. The girl forgot our 2 shoyu poke inari. Thought my other half had gotten a separate box or container with it while I was paying but he told me no. We was gonna call but they don't have a phone number. Total came out to nearly $26. Knocked a star down because of that & there's no phone number/a way to contact them about it. UPDATE: I've returned to the place & showed them the pic & amount paid of what was given on the day it happened & let them know it was hard to get in contact with them considering there was no contact information if something went wrong etc. The same aunty who rung me up that day was the cashier today so we got the order correctly, kindly helped & fixed the girl's error & gave me the missing 2 shoyu inari free. Took pics of what I ordered for my uncle & for my other half & I. Will go back again because, they're pretty good. Arigatou for the meal & assistance in fixing someone else's error. God bless!

    Btw check out Don Don Donki's mini canvas tote. If you DON know, now you know!
    Jill F.

    @fortunefoodfinds: "RICE n' shine! A variety of Inari Bombs (sushi rice stuffed in seasoned fried tofu pouches) from Inari Factory outside of Don Quijote Honolulu. Aburi wagyu beef, aburi fresh salmon, aburi unagi, spicy ahi poke, shoyu ahi poke, imitation crab, ocean salad, n' gari ginger. Can be a snack or meal, but getting 8pcs is the best deal! Btw check out Don Don Donki's mini canvas tote. If you DON know, now you know!" Staff: friendly Interior: window stand Exterior: shared picnic style table seating Wait time: 10 mins Parking: lot Overall comments: it's been a minute since I last had Inari Factory. What's changed? The portion size of the inari bombs n' the topping options. Last year the inari bombs were at least double in size n' they used to offer garlic shrimp. Other than that, the sushi rice n' tofu pouches are still very tasty n' the toppings were piled on just enough to not make a complete mess. The 8pc deal is worth it n' with other food vendors around, you're most likely going to share it.

    Spicy salmon
    Pearl C.

    Came here during their $1 anniversary sale which was super dealz!! Luckily I went on their first day around 2pm and there wasn't much of a line to order but I did have to wait 45 min to receive the food. It's a really small window and kitchen those poor workers couldn't really work efficiently in there. I ordered the spicy salmon, spicy ahi, shoyu salmon, shoyu tuna & unagi. All of them were good but our favorite was the shoyu salmon. We didn't care much for the unagi - it laid on a bed of shredded tamago and didn't really go together. They were advertised as their new "easy to eat" size so I was expecting them to be really small but was surprised they were still decently sized since I got full after eating about 6 of them! I'll def come back to try their regular sizes!

    8 piece inari, a mess in the box when I got home but they tasted good!!!
    Rebecca T.

    Their inari - tofu skin and rice - was good! Flavorful and even though it's premade and kept cold, the rice still had good texture. I've tried their salmon and ahi poke flavors, imitation crab, Wagyu beef and aburi salmon. Out of everything I'd say Wagyu beef was the best. The poke was ok. The salmon one had a fish bone in it so be careful!!! The other flavors were just ok. Service was a bit slow. Their ordering system doesn't make sense. I spoke my order, and the staff had to look through a long list of items in the paper order sheet to check it, so that took some time even I was just ordering 2 already-made inari from the display window. Someone in front of me had a large order and I was just standing there for 10-15 mins waiting to order my 2 pieces. The handrolls in the display case were already made and I could see the nori being a little soggy already. I hope they weren't selling those. There's also a lot of rice in it with just little protein at the top. I think handrolls have to be made to order. I think I only really enjoyed the Wagyu beef inari from my entire order. It's conveniently located outside Don Quijote of kahaka with plenty of parking (at least in their adjacent secondary lot). I was hoping I would like this place just as much as another inari place in town but sadly it wasn't for me. Hope they will come up with more interesting flavors and improve on the quality.

    Spicy Ahi Poke Inari
    Melanie C.

    Frequently passing by this place every time we go to Don Quijote & always wanted to try it since I love inari. Friend told me they were having their 1st anniversary sale and each piece was $1 so decided to check it out. Went around 12pm & the line was past the Don Quijote entrance! Waited for almost 2 hours to order and then another 45mins to get our food. We ordered spicy ahi, shoyu ahi, takoyaki, unagi, and tobiko. The aburaage (tofu skin) and rice were seasoned well! They pack the inari with a good amount of filling so it took me 2-3 bites to eat it. The unagi and takoyaki were okay, just takoyaki balls and unagi with shredded egg on top. I liked the tobiko, fresh and very crunchy. The shoyu ahi was really good! Ahi was fresh and seasoned well. Our favorite was the spicy ahi. Big chunks and good flavor to them. Would definitely get the spicy ahi again. My husband went the next day to order when they opened and waited around 40mins so not as bad as the day before. They got our order wrong and gave us shoyu ahi instead of spicy ahi. Kinda disappointed but we just took the ahi & made our own spicy ahi sauce so it turned out good.

    Hotate cone
    Reyna A.

    Quality of food is 5 stars ! Excellent superb taste & freshness. But do they really open at 11 am because yesterday we were there at around 11:15 am & the man inside said they weren't open yet. Will be back definitely !

    Craig T.

    Update on Inari factory since I was inside Don Quijote decided to have lunch at Inari factory. Last time I knew it was a lot so this time only got the 4 pak lol I ordered their Shoyu Salmon, spicy ahi, shoyu Ahi and Imitation crab

    Spicy Salmon Poke
    Rena G.

    Located right outside of Don Quijote in the Ala Moana area, I was excited to see that the menu has expanded to include hand rolls, but disappointed that their inari bombs shrunk in size. Other changes that I noticed are there isn't any garlic shrimp and the tobiko doesn't come with shredded egg anymore. Otherwise, this is still a great value for sushi. At my most recent visit, I ordered 8 pieces of inari for $15.99. I chose two shoyu ahi, two spicy ahi, one spicy salmon, one tobiko, one imitation crab, and one ocean salad.

    maybe order next time
    Anela H.

    I stopped by early in the day and was intrigued with the selection as there was a bunch of premade temaki in the window display. Staff was friendly and thorough - very helpful. As the customer ahead of me had a larger order they were working on packing both his and my order at the same time. I was impressed with the size of the temaki and cute box displays at first glance. When we took it home we were surprised with the wrapping. There is a pull tab to unravel the plastic wrap which separates the rice from the nori - very fancy and great for the car ride home cause it still tasted fresh. We were a little disappointed as the toppings (in my case spicy ahi tuna) only sat at the very top of the cone. so once you eat the top layer the whole rice cone is just rice. Still it was very tasty and I would like to try more.

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    4.6(304 reviews)
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    Amazing amazing amazing! Service was amazing and everything ran so smoothly. The ambiance is calm,…read morecozy, and intimate as you're sitting at the chef's bar. The food -- amazing. The soup pairing just makes sense and this is such a comforting meal for me since I LOVE sushi and miss Japan.

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    Ginza Bairin Tonkatsu & Yoshoku Bistro

    4.3(4.2k reviews)
    1.1 miWaikiki
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    19 years in business

    I'm not sure what happened to my original review when I tried this spot 2 years ago but this update…read morewas well deserved! During both visits, the employees were so accommodating. Even with a decent amount of seating, there is minimal space so they ask that you leave your strollers outside. When we called the first time saying our daughter was asleep they arranged everything in order to fit the stroller inside. The second visit, I had an even bigger stroller because it was a double stroller for my daughter and son. When I said my son was asleep they again, quickly tried to arrange space for the stroller until we realized he woke up. I truly appreciate them being so welcoming because I've come across many establishments that are not especially towards kids. As for the food, the first time the tonkatsu was a miss for me. I was comparing it to a popular spot on the island that books out months in advance that I tried just before my first visit here and it just seemed a lot more oily and not as tender. We were actually going to eat at the other business again but with two kids and walking non stop on our trip already, I was so happy we had an option closer to us. Both times, we were coming from Hilton Hawaiian Village. They have the cutest car bento boxes for the kids, and they let you choose the car color. My daughter loved the mini umbrella that came with her plate. My son was days before turning 1 year old so a lot of things ended up on the floor and even then, they were so kind about it. The best thing though for my husband and I AND my son, was the loco moco which we were told was limited and a new item for dinner since it was primarily only served as a lunch option? The flavor of the gravy alone was sooo good and rich. My son ended up eating my whole portion of rice and gravy with no crumbs left behind or on the floor lol. The other katsu items we ordered were nice and lightly coated and were not heavily oily at all. The only thing that I felt lacked was their curry especially in comparison to their gravy. I would definitely recommend coming here and I can't wait to come back. That was one of our favorite new dishes this trip and we come every year!

    Such a great tonkatsu experience as if I was in Kyoto on a quick trip. The restaurant flavors felt…read morevery traditional and genuinely Japanese in the best way. I got the pork loin with shrimp combo (the mixed portion instead of the large), and everything was perfectly crispy, flavorful, and satisfying without feeling too heavy. One of my favorite parts was grinding the sesame seeds myself in the little ceramic bowl with the wooden grinder, then mixing in the tonkatsu sauce. It made the whole meal feel interactive and intentional, and the sauce was SO good on the pork loin. I also ended up getting a refill of the cabbage because the sesame dressing they served with it was honestly addictive. I went around 8 PM to avoid the dinner rush and was pleasantly surprised I got a table pretty easily. Taking my time with the smaller mixed portion made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable instead of rushed. Overall, really delicious food, great atmosphere, and one of my favorite meals I've had in Waikiki so far. Pictured are the before and after of my dish. Probably a better "go with friends place" than a date.

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    Izakaya Mitch's

    4.8(42 reviews)
    5.3 mi

    If there's one thing about me, it's that I love an izakaya. Open late and small plates so you can…read moretry a few different things, my favorite! I've been to Mitch's a few times and when I saw that they opened up an Izakaya next door, I knew I had to try it and made a reservation on Yelp. Izakaya Mitch's specializes more in cooked dishes while the other side is more about the fresh / raw fish. But that didn't stop us from ordering the assorted sashimi. All the fish were from Japan and yes you can taste the difference. The fatty tuna was obviously my favorite but even the regular tuna and the hamachi was so buttery, it just melts in your mouth. Plus, it comes with real wasabi. Not horseradish, real wasabi. For the cooked dishes we got the hokkaido crab tempura with a side of matcha salt. One of the best tempuras I've ever had. The kamameshi, a rice dish with their fish of the day. We got the half order and it's kinda like a bibimbap where they mix the rice for you at your table. I saw that people were raving about this on Yelp and put in our order right when we got in because it takes 25-ish minutes to prepare. On special, they had a karei karaage. Karei is a flat fish and I've never had a fish karaage before, it was perfectly fried and dipped in the ponzu sauce it was so good. Ambiance is a no-frills kinda spot but very clean and feels homey and the service is amazing! Attentive and super personable.

    So happy there is an izakaya that we don't have to drive to downtown or Waikiki. Izakaya Mitch's is…read moreclose to the airport in the industrial area. I made reservations, so we were seated right away. Luckily, it wasnʻt crowded when we sat, so our waitress was able to answer all our questions about different dishes we were interested in ordering. Our party of 3 got to try different things from the specials and regular menu. The tai karaage was so tender and seasoned really well, the kamameshi is such a comfort dish, and the burrata with chilled tomato was really refreshing. One thing we all liked was that even though there were a lot of people in the restaurant (most came in after we ordered), we still were able to speak to one another without talking loud. The staff mentioned that they will be getting a sushi chef, so I guess we need to try this place again,

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    4.6(241 reviews)
    0.8 miMo'ili'ili
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    We went in the with no reservations but they were able to sit us down for a bit to grab some drinks…read moreand a few appetizers. This place took me back to Japan! The employees were awesome and attentive and had good recommendations. I got a calpico grapefruit soda with alcohol. It was delicious, but pretty sweet. Definitely worth a try if you like sweet drinks. My favorite was the calpico shikuwasa soda with Soju! It was so delicious. It was sour and sweet in the perfect way. Tasted like a creamy sour lemonade. I would come back just for this drink! I also really enjoyed their rolls and sushi. I got a few rolls and hand roll and they were all delicious and fresh. I cannot wait to return again!

    The atmosphere was very fun and laid back! It's a great place to get drinks with family and friends…read moreand pick on izakaya and sushi dishes. Fun tip: If you purchase a bottle of sake, you get to randomly draw a prize! Prizes range from a free scallop sashimi to a "hug" from a staff member lol the staff members were all super friendly, but were a bit busy and rushed. The food was good. The dish they're known for, the ikura bowl, was the best standout dish to order. The other items were good but were a bit pricey for the quality and the portion. Overall, a spot I would return to again to try other dishes. My family had a good time there. Tips: the staircase getting up to the restaurant is steep, watch you step and be careful if drinking alcohol lol parking lot is paid and can fill up fast during prime dinner time. Street parking is hit or miss. Reservations are highly recommended.

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    I-NABA

    4.4(797 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    TL;DR This might be…read moremy favorite Japanese restaurant in town. Undisputed soba champion. ----- I'm surprised I haven't written a review for i-naba yet. This place has been a staple for my family ever since we moved back to O'ahu a few years ago. Bottom line? The soba noodles here are utterly fantastic. They are, in my humble opinion, the best on the island, and some of the best soba noodles I've ever had. I don't think anywhere else in Honolulu comes close. You come here to eat soba. Period. In addition to the soba being phenomenal, the other offerings at i-naba are also similarly great. Their tempura in particular is outstanding. I typically order the Jumbo Shrimp Tempura Bowl & Soba or the Dx Tempura Bowl & Soba. Plus an upgrade to a large size soba! The tempura is sooo good. It's crispy, light, and airy. The jumbo shrimp is especially succulent and tender. And the ingredients are always perfectly seasoned with the sweet and savory house sauce. Yummmy! If you're looking for the best soba and awesome tempura, this is your spot!!!

    Everytime I asked my Japanese clients which Japanese restaurant they enjoyed most in Honolulu,…read moreInaba consistently came up. And now I know why. I finally had lunch here a couple weeks ago and damn was my tempura and soba set broke da mout. The soba is housemade with a chewy consistency that I love. I had it cold with the dipping sauce and wow wow wow. So good. My friends suggested I get the shrimp and vegetable tempura as well which amazingly stayed crispy the whole time I savored each bite. Probably 30 minutes. Light crisp batter on perfectly cooked shrimp and veggies. Damn it was good. The service was great as well and I cannot wait to go back. Nice warm atmosphere and there's a free parking lot. It gets busy during lunch and dinner, so get there early or make a reservation. Enjoy!

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