I came here for the first time about a month ago and got the Crunch Don and i've been craving it ever since then. It's so amazing flavor wise and it's usually not so busy so the food comes quickly. The main reason for the 2 stars is because of the customer service. I'm sure it must be tiring and busy but the intonation of some of the cashiers just blows my mind. For such a small eatery, I guess my expectation was a little high in regards to the service. Seriously, smile a little, talk a little like you care about your customers and i'm sure you'll be a lot better off. I won't expect to get any less of an attitude when I come here but genuinely only doing take out from now on. Thank you for the deliciousness, all the same. read more

I have to say some of their items are EXPENSIVE., I mean sushi is always pricey but the ikura chirashi I ordered seemed more pricey than usual. The proportion was pretty unique... It had ikura, tamago, ahi, octopus, cucumber, and daikon, layered over rice. While it was delicious I had to question the amount I paid for those items when it wasn't necessarily good quality fish or seafood items, especially with the cucumber and daikon in the bowl. While the bowl itself was quite tasty they do only accept cash and the employees or owners (couldn't tell which they were) didn't seem very friendly or helpful. You can sit down and eat but the ambience of the location isn't very inviting nor does it seem like the employees/owners want you to sit down, which is probably why I took my food to go. read more

Manoa Sushi - Huge menu! So many options - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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4 stars for crunch don, 1 star for sushi, 2 stars for service. Nothing special about the service. The crunch don is probably the best thing they have. If you can get over the fact it's frozen then it's not too bad. If you let it sit for a bit with the rice and the tempura you can't tell that it's frozen. Sushi completely sucks here. Rice is awful, fish is not fresh, etc. Come here to try a crunch don which is quite small if anything don't bother with sushi at all. read more

I always forget that this place isn't great and end up coming here out of convenience, and I'm disappointed every time. The rice isn't soft. The prices are a bit too high. I got a mini bento today which is a mix of assorted sushi. it took all of a minute for it to be ready which tells me that it's probably not fresh. I do like their hand rolls though. Those are generally better than anything else I've eaten here since I know they come out fresh, but they are pricey. Overall, the quality isn't really worth the price you pay here. It's convenient, yes, but not worth it. read more

Decent chain sushi place, good nirigi dinner bento!

always been a fave of mine for years since i've worked in manoa marketplace. the decor inside is simple, yet comforting. a good amount of indoor seating if you wish, but also the marketplace has some seating outdoors. i would advise to call in your order if you're in a rush. the crunch don is bomb af & the shrimp tempura maki is so good- both are my go to when i need a seafood fix. i've also met one of the owners and she's such a sweet woman! definitely love supporting this business whenever i'm in the area during lunch hours. ps. they are closed on sundays read more

My review is only for their boba/bubble drink. I havent tried their sushi yet so dont base that on this review. I ordered their melon boba and there are 2 things wrong with it: 1) It looks blended but its not (which doesnt really bother me) 2) THERE ISNT ANY BOBA!!! Im more than half way through my drink and I havent had a single one suck up my straw. Seriously disappointing. I can see that there are boba floating around and Ive tried aiming my straw at them but Im about ready to give up... and its no fun using a spoon. I was going to only give them 1 star but as I was leaving I noticed that they had homemade recycling bins (one for plastic and one for cans) so I had to add another star. ---- UPDATE ----- 2 seconds after I posted my review, 3 boba jumped up in my draw. Unfortunately, theyre not very good. So sad. read more

Had three things here the other day--the Gyoza (6 gyoza for $4.09), the Spicy Ahi Ebiko Nigiri (3 pieces for $3.69), and the California with Unagi Roll ($3.49). Gyoza were small but came out hot. The skin was a little weird though--there was spots that seemed uncooked so I didn't eat those parts. Spicy Ahi Ebiko Nigiri was pretty good--definitely lived up to the "spicy" in its name! The ahi wasn't exactly fresh but this isn't a five-star sushi bar so yeah... California with Unagi Roll was strange. It came uncut but was too bulky to be eaten daintily like a hand roll so I was not exactly pleased. Rice in it isn't the rice that sushi is typically made with so texture was off. You know how Japanese food usually gives you the feeling that the chef made it with care and love? Yeah, well, that feeling was sorely lacking with this roll. Did they have an inexperienced intern make this?! Overall, this place is alright. It's not at the top of my list but I wouldn't mind coming back to try some of their other items. read more

Just moved to manoa from another area in town, but never explored the places in manoa marketplace yet. This place is really good. But you need to know what to order and what not to. Haha. Once you figure it out, its really good. Lots of places like that in Hawaii. Also, 15$minimum for using cc. So bring cash! Or get atms around too. I recommend the hand rolls, tempura udon, etc. To me, the don bowls are too expensive. Lots of people like their poke. Always a go to place now. read more

I ate here once and got udon. Not awful, but not spectacular either.

Very decent prices. The food is made fresh right when you order. The restaurant feels very alive with activity and happiness!

Ok, don't kill me sushi man makiki. I wanted to try Manoa Sushi after hearing good things about it. I got the dynamite maki, and it was BOMB. Fresh chunks of ahi, perfect spicy-mayo, and crispy flash fried tempura. I think I may have found my new sushi place. One star off for being pricey. read more

If I could give this place 0 stars I would!! I wanted to order 2 crunch Don bowls and all I asked was for them to put the spicy sauce (that they normally put on the bowl) on the side in a small container. The owner refused to do that. I'm not sure why it was a problem, but she lost my business. I canceled my order of $25 and went elsewhere. read more

Went to Manoa Sushi the other day to grab a quick bite. The price of each item was overpriced. Can get same amount and better quality at other places. There was no taste in the food. Plus they cheated me out of my money. They charged me for an item I did not order. When I mentioned the mistake asked them to get reimbursed they did not want to reimburse me for it and they said was a typo. Then they started to speak in korean acting like they didn't know what was going on. However, they should of reimbursed me for the typo. I ended up loosing $3 from their careless mistake and their selfless and careless act. Definitely won't be going back. read more

Since I've been spending a lot of time studying at UH Manoa this semester I've been frequenting Manoa marketplace a lot. Tonight I stopped by Manoa sushi. When I walked in, I was pleasantly greeted by the girl behind the counter. She was nice and seemed happy to work there. That was a good sign. There were also a couple of kids who ordered before me that she knew the names to. So far so good... til I got to UH Manoa and sat down to eat my food. I got a spicy tuny hand roll and a california roll. I wasnt that hungry but I wanted variety. The spicy tuna roll was good. It wasnt dry and had a lot of flavor. The california roll tho.. I was surprised to see the crab meat still intact. Usually they chop it up and mix it with mayo and other stuff but not this one. Though the portions are big, a lot of it is due to the rice. Lots of rice and unfortunately this one was dry :( It come with 8 pieces and after the 2nd one I had lost my appetite. I didnt want to waste it so I deconstructed it and just ate the insides. So two stars.. just for the friendly girl at the counter read more

I heard about the Crunchy Ahi Don from some friends so I had to try it. I went Sunday afternoon ordered a Spicy Ahi Don for my son and Crunchy Ahi Don for myself. It was so good my son ate most of mine going back tonight for dinner and getting him one of his own. I don't want to share mine. read more

Manoa Sushi - Menu - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Yum! But spicy! We ordered the spicy ahi don and the crunch ahi don... Cash only a little over $21. The ahi is fresh and chopped into just right sized pieces and the crunchy tempura is really good! The lady at the counter was really nice but the inside a/c was on a little too high for me (brrrr!) read more

Manoa Sushi - Spicy Ahi Don and Crunch Ahi Don... Yummy but spicy - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Mom enjoyed the futo maki but at $5.49 s little high. My ikura chirashi was not bad but I went through the sashimi faster than the rice. The pieces are a little thicker than Sushi Spot but at $10.79 not as good a deal. In their defense the ikura portion was generous. But I am not a big fan of ikura. So maybe my fault for not appreciating it as much. read more

Manoa Sushi - Dinner bento $8.99 - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Been going to this place for about 10 years , they are only average, really nothing special and mostly bland, but since I have things to do in Manoa it works. Today I ordered and when the food came with no water I asked for it and was told "we don't do water anymore". Hah, seriously? and of course they would pitch a fit if you brought your own drink in, so way to go, now instead of getting 30$ a month from me you get 0$ forever. Stupid. read more

At first glance, the fake sushi in the front window and the pics inside do not do the food justice. I had the Spicy Ahi roll - it's spicy! But it is gooooood. I also had the roll with Eel (unagi) and avocado (can't remember the exact name). It also was good. The portions for the rolls are BIG - not those little bite-size pieces. I could only eat half of each roll (saved the rest for next day's lunch). The place lacks any ambiance - just white walls and ceiling, save for the pics on one wall. And I don't like that it's cash only. If I'm dropping $20+ on food, I want my airline miles too. All in all, I'll go here again, and often. The portions and taste make up for anything else I may have found lacking. read more

If I could post a "0", I would, however, the lowest star is "1". Very Upsetting!!! My wife went in yesterday to order lunch for her working place gang, we have spent literally hundredths of dollars supporting this company (with our referrals, its thousands), however, yesterday will definitely be our last time ever!!! Read on, so you, "Hawaii people, especially Manoa people", can take your business to somewhere that you will be appreciated as a valuable & true customer!!! My wife arrived yesterday when there were no customers & ordered 9 bento take-outs, didn't think this would be a problem, more an appreciation from the owner, remember, no line, no customers, the owner/chef was upset that this order of 9, wasn't called in. He relayed this message, not personally but cowardly via his employee (who was very apologetic & not even her company). What? No customers & you are willing to turn away customers because its not a single order & not called in? My wife told that to the employee loud enough so the owner would hear, did he come out to relay this himself or explain that maybe next time, please call your order in, "NO". What business turns away customers? Answer, a business who don't want customers, or working at their convenience. Is there a sign posted outside that says this is a call in order sushi shop only? No! Maybe there should be a sign, because if you walk in and the owner doesn't feel like preparing and serving more than your group of two or more (why are there tables & chairs inside the store?), guess what, you will not feel welcomed, "absolutely no Aloha". Food prepared by grumpy, unappreciated chef's will taste exactly tasteless!! Manoa Sushi, please take your business elsewhere because Manoa & Hawaii don't want your kind of business, nor will we support your business, we will definitely pass the word out to all our friends & families, even people we meet, of our bad experience with your company. Please leave, so someone can rent your space, who appreciates Hawaii & Manoa People and will serve us, with Aloha. Never again will we step foot in your shop!!! read more

Fast service and good food. We came here twice in 2 weeks for the crunch don bowl which was recommended by a friend. It lived up to expectations. Several other hand rolls were tried and all great. They do not take phone orders after 6:30 pm, no dine in after 6 pm but can take out until 7 pm. read more

Really was not expecting anything extraordinary when we stopped by, just had a craving for some sushi; I am a chef so I tend to be extremely picky when it comes to my food. However, after getting to the car and having one piece, I decided to write my first Yelp review. This is the best sushi I genuinely have ever had. It was so easy to taste how fresh the fish was and how well prepared every aspect of the sushi was made. Not to mention, the woman that helped us with ordering was extremely kind and even gave us extra sauce since we mentioned it was our favorite kind. From now on, my boyfriend and I plan on coming only to this place when we have a craving for sushi. read more

Best place on island for a Crunch Don. However, don't expect a fancy or high end restaurant. This is more of a friendly, relaxed establishment where you go for lunch. read more

Rip off. Got the katsu curry take out. When I got home, bowl was less than half way filled. Small amount of chicken, literally about 5 bites of rice. I couldn't believe it. Im currently cooking rice so i can at least finish the rest of the curry sauce, they gave a lot of that. I've lived in manoa my whole life and have never been to this place until now. Safe to say I will not be going back. read more

Don't appreciate being told they're closed when customers are coming out of the store and the sign said they were open for 10 more minutes...just wanted to pick something up to go, but you just lost business. read more

Manoa Sushi has the freshest tasting sushi for a take out place that I've tried. I really like the fact that their sushi rice isn't strong like other places since I'm not a huge fan of rice vinegar. Their bento with shrimp tempura and their spicy ahi are very tasty. Whenever I go in, I feel so welcome, like I'm family there. The young lady who helped me with my order was very friendly and greeted me warmly with a smile. I would recommend this establishment if you want a homey feel served with great sushi. I'm coming back, that's for sure! read more

I was looking for a place to grab lunch to bring to my Aunty's house. I walked through Manoa Marketplace and it was pretty crowded. There were a bunch of us so I figured sushi would be the easiest since I could get a variety of things. I thought to myself... it must be my lucky day because there was no line and I didn't have to wait. There was a reason this was the only place with no customers... their sushi (if that's what you call it) was hands down, the worst we've ever had. su·shi sooSHē/ noun a Japanese dish consisting of small balls or rolls of vinegar-flavored cold cooked rice served with a garnish of raw fish, vegetables, or egg. First off, these rolls were so small I would categorize them as tekka maki. Not to mention, they were rolled so loosely that when picked up, all the filing fell out. Second, they used plain rice... not a drop of vinegar seasoning! We had to use all the shoyu packets, and then some. Third, their spicy tuna was bits of ahi drenched with sriracha sauce. It was pretty painful to eat! And lastly, they aren't cheap. Sad to say, you can get much better sushi at 7-11 for a price you won't kick yourself for later. read more

RUDE! I would rate ZERO STARS if i could just because of the service. My friends always tell me to come here to get the Crunch Don so I came here to try it. When I entered and looked at the menu, I felt intimidated like she was trying to rush me to order. I got the Crunch Don and it was good, but the service here is rude. So I usually get "to go" instead of dine-in because I don't always finish my food and I like to bring it home. But I was really hungry and wanted to eat outside, but it was really cold yesterday. So I sat down inside and started to eat. Right after a few bites, the woman who took my order came over and took my plastic bag and soy sauce! Without even saying anything. I was so taken aback I just looked at her and I guess she caught it so she offered water. It wasn't even a full cup. I was so stunned I almost just left but I was really hungry so I ate a little and then asked for the plastic bag back and left. Just because I was eating in, I wasted their money of a packet of soy sauce and plastic bag? I just paid TEN DOLLARS for a sushi bowl. Right after she took it she went to the back and the man she worked with started talking really loud but I couldn't understand. They were probably mad that I ate in and wasted what they buy in BUNDLE anyway. NOT COMING BACK. You should learn some manners first. read more

$15 minimum purchase for credit card. Are they joking? Good luck with growing your customer base.

Yesterday, my friends and I were looking for a place to eat lunch at the Manoa Market Place, and we decided to visit Monoa Sushi for the first time since some students in my school had recommended me to try Crunch Don. We ordered two Crunch Don and three Dynamite Maki. Crunch Don was really impressing and the Dynamite Maki was also good as well. This place will be one of my favorite places from now on. read more

Manoa Sushi - Crunch Don! - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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The crunch don is really good, I also really like the veggie maki! I go here at least once a week, service is always good and the quality of food is consistent. read more

Mediocre food. Desperate times makes me come here. The girl who can't be bothered to greet or thank customers turns me off, so won't be returning. Not feeling like a valued customer when I have to stand in front of you, in an empty restaurant, before you look up and sneer, "...yes..?" Looking bored out of your mind. Can't even manage a fake smile. read more

Ate here for the first time, not impressed. The sushi was "a-ok." it wasn't junk but nothing special either and their refrigerator where they keep their drinks either wasn't working to good or they just put the drinks in cause my iced tea was too iced. They make up for the lack of "wow factor" by having wide variety of choices. if you aren't in the mood for sushi they have bentos, tempura (shrimp, veggies and I think both). Also a chicken katsu, like most of the places in the Manoa Shopping Center, Manoa sushi is family run and because of that and the fact that they sell other stuff besides sushi, I'm willing to give them a second and if need me a third chance to redeem. Until next time Manoa Sushi, until next time. read more

Recommended to me by one of my local friends. Had the crunchy tempura bowl. Tasted okay.

Spicy tuna salad is so Ono, your mouth is on fire. Fresh, good tasting, delicious, and perfect size servings for hungry eaters. Quick friendly clean and tasty fish. Perfect price for perfect dishes. read more

Let me just put it this way, go to Walgreens and you will get better quality sushi than this place.

I went to Manoa Sushi for the first time with my friends yesterday because I heard from friends that the food was good. I tried Crunch Don, and it was soooo delicious. And we all liked the cute interior design of the store. They also had a great service too. I recommend you to try Crunch Don if you go there :) read more

Manoa Sushi - Crunch Don with spicy ahi - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Manoa Sushi is okay. Empty when I arrived at 12 noon, but that doesn't make a restaurant bad. Some rubbish on floor (nothing major or disgusting), 1 staff in front behind desk. Was greeted, no complaints there. Ordered the Ikura Chirashi, and it was a littttle pricey, but it's a variety bowl with a lot of fish, so I expected so. Order came out promptly, and I dined it. Now for the food part. The bowl comes with a variety of fish, served over rice with furikake and some cucumber and takuan diced on the side of the fish in the bowl. Here's the slice by slice: Ahi tasted old, not very fresh. Tamago was cold, but sweet like it should be, not too bad. Tako was good. Unagi was very teriyaki, but not very "unagi" as I would have liked it; kinda tasted like generic Teri anything). Salmon was very fresh, 10/10 slice of fish. Shrimp was not as fresh, it was eh. Takuan and Cucumber tasted good but could have as more. And the furikake was kind of clumped instead of sprinkled. Overall, it was okay. I wouldn't go out of my way for it, but I may consider coming here again if I really crave sushi and am in the area. read more

I come here often for lunch since I work in the area. It's better than other sushi options in the neighborhood, but it's a hair more expensive and they only accept cash. The ahi poke bowl is good but particularly expensive, and the best deals are their hand rolls (at ~$2 each). It satisfies my lunchtime sushi cravings, although I wouldn't go out of my way to come here. read more