Kozo is my favorite grab and go lunch when near Kahala mall. I place an order on toast so that it's ready to pick up when I arrive. Toast saves my favorite order which is always the spicy ahi crunch don and spicy ahi nigiri. I just run in, give them my name, carry out and drive away to eat in the car. The crunch comes in a separate contain, so I can dump it on the bowl fresh. I would say that I frequent the shop at least twice a month, and it has never failed to satisfy my sushi cravings. read more

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I just had the exact same experience posted by Maria C 8 days ago! I am here on Yelp because of today's lunch. It was not enjoyable, and the thing is, only weeks prior the chicken was good and different. I doubt I will order chicken here again. I ordered the teriyaki chicken.. Photo provided below of what was left, when I thought to take the picture of what was left. read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - What was left of my teriyaki chicken. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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My favorite place for affordable sushi. Quality is great, items are fairly priced, service is quick and friendly, portions are generous. They have lots of menu items to choose from. You can also order ahead of time, which is convenient. The front counter staff are kind and professional. I have not had a bad experience at this location. They've been consistent every time and I appreciate that. read more

Fried chicken bento is always reliable at this location! Been getting it for years from here, never fails, great customer service, great price. Look at all this food for a great price! Go to this location for this bento and sushi!! read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - Fried Chicken Bento - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Kozo Sushi is a reliable go-to takeout place for procuring reasonably priced, family-friendly sushi that won't break the bank: perfect for easy takeout lunches or dinner, potlucks, parties. It's a chain, but its decades-long longevity testifies to its reasonably priced, generally consistent product .We like the Deluxe Maki Platter, shrimp tempura roll, temaki hand rolls, sukeroku, California roll, unagi roll, and the Lunchbox. The reason for my four star rating is because occasionally, you'll get sushi that was not rolled tightly enough, so it falls apart. I advise placing your order online or by phone to avoid waiting around: orders have always been fulfilled on time. This location is conveniently located next to Kahala Mall, and there's plenty of parking. read more

Not too bad! The location is very convenient to my home, which makes it an easy choice. The food was fresh, and the service was good. They're not typically busy, so it's quick and efficient. It's definitely more of a grab-and-go spot since there isn't any seating inside. read more

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The sushi is still okay. The chicken bento items not so much. For both the chicken katsu and teriyaki chicken, rather than a sliced up piece of chicken there appeared to be dark meat chicken bits instead. For example, the chicken katsu was more batter than actual chicken. When you bit into it, it would fall apart into tiny bits of meat. I thought it would be different ordering chicken without batter and there would be decent-sized pieces of chicken. Nope. read more

It's always good to stop by here for a quick bite after a beach session. Food here is good , great service as well. But man has the prices gone up across the board, very nice clean inside this restaurant. There's no dine in , but there's tables outside. Parking can be a bite challenge here as this mall can get busy. read more

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I ordered 3 spam musubis today . I was surprised and disappointed that the meat used was not the traditional real spam with teriyaki sauce. The protein used tasted old meat. Not going to order this again! read more

My favorite place for a quick bite of sushi. Service was always fast and friendly. For the inexpensive pricing Kozo Sushi is hard to beat. The restaurant is well maintained and clean. read more

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It's take out Parking is in the lot right outside of Kahala Mall by McDonald's. There is plenty of spaces but can get busy at lunch. Service here is always consistent. Straight to the point. There used to be dine in. But strictly take out. But there are tables outside. Food is consistent too. Everything taste the same pretty much all the time. My go-to is either the Dragon Don or Hurricane Maki. Can't go wrong with either. Got shrimp tempura and some raw fish to go with it. read more

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Service was excellent and fast, take out sushi was excellent! Would definitely recommend!

My friend K recommended this location so had to come myself. I found out that the 2 owners are BTS Army in which they love Jimin and V so I gave a lady 2 freebies for her and her friend. There are BT21 merchandise on the shelve. They had a special menu which is exclusive to their business. Our order was unagi bowl and tsunami roll. They tasted yummy. read more

One Saturday late afternoon after church I drove to Kozo Sushi to get or buy dinner. I bought mini chili chicken with rice. It was unbelievable that it was bad. I got served with terrible, poisonous dinner. It sickened me. The next morning I woke up with terrible headache and felt dizzy and my bedroom was going around and around, at first, I did not know what was happening to me. I was sick to my stomach and made me puke, and poop at the same time. I did not know I was hit with bad, poisonous dinner. I was told by someone that I was a victim of "food poisoning". Yeah, I was too weak to be outraged , just vomiting and felt lightheaded. The following 2 days on Monday, I called Kozo Sushi, a guy answered and inquired if manager is in, he said, no manager, I told the guy that I have been served with bad chili chicken. I told him that the rice was rotten, spoiled and made me sick. I demanded refund, the guy told me the manager is not in yet. Told him I will be going to the restaurant to get my refund. When I got there, there was no resistance and I got my refund. There was no resistance. Do not buy Chili chicken with rice ever again! read more

Visited on 9/18/25 @3:54pm Ordered 2 lunchboxes. The fish appeared discolored and old. Did not taste good. Very disappointed as I had very good fish there in the past. The egg also did not taste good. The best tasting item was a inari. read more

Picked up lunch here. Ordered the shrimp tempura crunchy roll and Hoso Maki variety. The cashier at this location, did not understand or speak much English. When I asked a question regarding the combination meals she appeared not to understand me. I repeated the question several times and her response was not responsive. After I was able to place my order, I waited for a few minutes. The service was quick. The storefront was aged and small. When I tried the shrimp tempura roll, the rice was terrible! Very soft and sticky and zero flavor. No crunchiness to the shrimp tempura roll at all. In addition, the ahi nigiri looked bad. Almost like it wasn't fish at all (see photos). I was really hungry and tried the nigiri and a piece of the roll. I stopped because the nigiri tasted odd and the rice was horrible. I just could not eat it. That's how bad it was. I didn't even try the hosomaki. It's in my refrigerator now. I will not order from this place again. Too bad. The Kozo sushi place that I used to buy sushi from has since closed due to the pandemic. That former place tasted 100% better. read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - Ahi nigiri and "Crunchy " Shrimp tempura roll. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Have been going to Kozo Sushi Kahala for many years but unfortunately am disappointed this year that they significantly increased their prices. Just a heads up to expect paying more for the same amount and sometimes less. read more

Love the crunch!Perfect sushi rice loaded with crispy tempura bits,potato chips, fried onions, and tobiko. Wasn't that spicy though. Like how they put the toppings separately so it doesn't get soggy. read more

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A family staple for me... having Kozo california handrolls is one of my earliest food memories! This location is spacious and clean. No seating but take your food to the mall or the beach. Staff is friendly and they are always super quick! It's a no frills place and the sushi is solid. I come here for decently priced sushi & am never disappointed! Love the S-Nigiri set and their tsunami rolls. read more

Wow - I'm impressed with the sushi! Delicious! Haven't ordered from Kozo Sushi for a couple of years as I thought the sushi was so-so, but due to a last minute invite to a potluck I ordered the Kama'aina platter. Everybody said the sushi was very tasty. Great presentation and great flavor. Thanks Kozo sushi! read more

Nothing fancy yet basic & reasonably priced sushi rolls are my favorite here at Kozo Sushi Kahala. The place looks clean. The service is decent and fast. My favorite used to be Ahi Tartare Maki but since it's discontinued, my new favorite is Crunchy Spicy Ahi Maki. I don't put all the crunchy stuff they give me, but maybe a half of that is enough for me. read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - Crunchy Spicy Ahi Maki - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I have been coming to kozo since I was a kid. Something about the crab cucumber rolls is so comforting. Now, I order them for my kids and well as the egg maki which they love. I like how they have expanded their menu to include bentos, poke bowls and hot soups. My favorite is the chicken katsu bento that comes with 2 California rolls, rice, lettuce and tomato. The sauce on the katsu is like a creamy aioli and it's so good. However the chicken is so thin and it's been over cooked lately. I always call and order ahead because they do take a very long time especially if it's busy. It's always clean and always consistent sushi. I will continue to support them especially since it's convenient and healthier option than traditional fast food. read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - Cucumber Maki was only like $1.99 and the kids love it - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Growing up, Kozo Sushi was our go-to to-go sushi. And it still is. The menu is significantly longer, but I can always get a (canned) tuna roll and egg maki and it tastes *exactly* the same as it did many years ago. This Kozo has been around my whole life, although it used to be next to Ba-Le (who remembers that?) and the old bowling alley (and that?!). The new/current iteration is clean and service is still efficient, but there's never been a place to sit since covid. The make your own bento thing is genius but extremely confusing. Although, pretty much if you can dream it, you can probably order it. Also get the dragon don. read more

Lunch in Kahala, Honolulu, Hawaii... I don't know why I'm always hungry... Haha! Good thing I have my Yelp app to figure out what to eat! The closest, quickest, and best alternative was Kozo Sushi - a trusted name! Located in the building between McDonald's and Kahala Mall, Kozo Sushi shares the parking lot with businesses such as Jersey Mike's Subs and Share Tea. As soon as I entered the takeout-only shop, my eyes landed on a chirashi-don poster. I decided right away that it's what I would get! Ordering at the counter and paying with credit card was a breeze. I stood in the corner to wait for my order and watched many customers pick up their takeout orders and party platters... Wow! This place is kind of popular! When my Chirashi Don arrived, I took photos right away. The Ebi, Hamachi, tako, nori, cucumber, egg, tobiko, kanpyo, ahi, and side of ginger all looked fresh! I drove to the beach and ate my lunch there! Delicious! Ahhh... Happy tummy! I'll be back if I'm in the area again! read more

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We got a variety of bento boxes for a team luncheon and everyone loved it. It was more than enough food per person. Ordering was fast and easy. Lucky to have this location so close to our office. read more

THE SUSHI WAS MUCH BETTER THE LAST TIME I WAS HERE. The rice was way too soft and a little too sweet. The soba tasted like it was previously frozen. Easy online ordering though. I'll check back later to see if they food has improved. read more

Parking right infront which is super convenient. Located next to Kahala McDonald's. I love coming here for lunch as they have so many different lunch specials here. All Kozo sushi's have different types of specials, don't forget! This location is my favorite in terms of variety. I love the chicken katsu combo. It comes with sushi on the side as well as this yummy sauce on the chicken! Chicken comes out so juicy and Ono. It's actually a good amount of food too! Making me hungry just thinking about it. Call in your order or order at Kozo Sushi, either way works. They make your food pretty quickly. Of course , if you get anything fried, it'll take a little longer...but worth it!! read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - Crunchy Spicy Ahi Don - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I stop into this Kozo sushi location quite frequently as it is so conveniently located for me. I always get the spicy ahi don (not the deluxe, I love the simplicity of the regular spicy ahi don) their rice is so good, sticky and the perfect flavor; it doesn't overwhelm the fish. The spicy ahi is also so yummy and has the perfect amount of sauce. Lately I've been getting the smoked salmon hand roll as well and it is awesome! I love that you wrap it right before you eat it so that the seaweed is perfectly crunchy and not soggy at all. This time, I brought my husband home a few things he selected from menu. He was so happy to discover that he ordered too much and he couldn't finish it! The serving sizes are great. They have so many options, too which we loved! I always debate getting something different but end up getting what I know and love. They are always so quick and efficient too, and the parking is super easy! read more

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Food was delicious and very friendly staff. I'm also happy they were open on Christmas Day.

I've been going the Kozo Sushi - Kahala for many years, but lately my orders have never been right. Today I order an Avocado Temaki and I got an Avocado Maki, and a California Maki and receive a mix Maki. I guess another place will get my business now! read more

When In kahala and im craving sushi, Kozo is a must! I love their tsunami maki. So much taste & the teriyaki sauce just fits with the whole sushi, yum! Not dry at all! Super nice service there and you get your food super quick! The inside is very simple with their counters, no seating area so just take your food to go! I can't wait to try more of their sushi!!! read more

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I absolutely love Kozo Sushi, grew up eating them always bringing a party tray to gatherings and religiously ordering for New Years which was a special treat I looked forward to. Temaki has always been my go to, each individually wrapped filled with your choice of filling you put together when you're ready all you need to do is roll it together and the magic of the freshness is right before you. All that haven't changed except the filling ...uhhh "spicy tuna no green onions please"..."it doesn't come with green onions"...oh! Okay...omg it really doesn't which is unheard of in sushi world but not only it's straight poke only no spice no flavor as well. When I first unrolled it I thought they gave me tuna mayo it was just the saddest thing I've ever had. The ume cucumber was delicious fresh veggie and perfect amount of ume but that alone isn't enough to draw me in. I asked for shoyu and they said it's rolled in with my napkins...nope! So I ate it dry...sigh this is just a sad representation of my image with Kozo, sorry no thanks but please rethink your options thank you! read more

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Kozo Sushi Kahala is fantastic. I usually place a phone order, because it can be quite large. I order a bit in advance to give them time to prepare the order and me time to get ready to leave. The parking lot is small, but the 4 or so stalls fronting the shop are limited to 15 minutes. Perfect. Most people are picking food up and leaving, so chances of obtaining a stall out front is good. I have not had to park in the mall parking lot, yet. The menu is quite extensive and everyone can find something they want. The quality of the ingredients is top notch. Very fresh. Sometimes I have to ask for wasabi, but most of the time, the cashier will ask me. There are no restrooms or indoor seating in this location. Social distancing signs are respected by most who shop here, and staff are very conscientious about cleanliness. read more

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I really like Kozo Sushi. I think they have a great variety of sushi, sushi rolls, bowls, and sets. They even have some tofu options for vegetarians. They seem popular because they always have a lot of people around to order and pick up food. We always call ahead to order and just walk in to pick up. It's always ready and always delicious. My favorite is the spicy crunchy maki roll. Sooo delicious. We also usually get the dragon roll although in the photo we tried the dynamite. I think they're all good. My boyfriend like the s nigiri set. He thinks they provide good variety. Kozo sushi is a great place to get affordable takeout sushi. They don't have any seating. But we don't have to wait long or spend a lot. Just make sure to ask for wasabi if you want that also. I love coming here! read more

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Very impressed with the amount of items on their menu and the prices! Definitely recommend checking them out and supporting their business!

I love this place. Food is good and prices are even better. The salmon skin salad is my favorite!

Love coming to Kozos for a quick, inexpensive bite. They're always reliable when I'm in the mood for a snack or some lunch. My favorites consist of the crunch spicy ahi don & their spicy ahi temaki. Service wise, they're usually pretty quick with your order. I recommend calling your order in or ordering online so that you don't need to wait when you get there. The store itself is very small & cute, but clean. If you're in the mood for a quick sushi bite, I recommend Kozo's. read more

Kozo Sushi - Kahala - Crunchy Spicy Ahi Don - Sushi Bars Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great food, kind employees, fast and easy service. The food is always fresh and good quality.

Easy in and out spot for takeout! Food is made to order, no indoor seating currently available. Menus are posted along the walls and windows. So many options! I ordered the Lunch Box and it came with so many pieces of nigiri and sushi - very worth it! Parking here isn't usually a problem for takeout right now since people are in and out. It's connected to several other parking lots as well. Minimal wait time, but there is also a lunch and dinner rush - popular place! read more

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Update on Kozo Sushi stopped by to buy dinner . Ordered Salmon Lover and chicken Katsu bento it was very good and just enough for dinner . The Salmon Nigiri was fresh and the Chicken Katsu was still warm when I brought it home . Social distancing practice here and mask required stay safe . Support local read more

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