We had a wonderful lunch at Miso Phat in Azeka Shopping Center in Kihei! The sushi was…read morefantastic--fresh, flavorful, beautifully presented, and the portions were noticeably larger than what you typically find at other sushi spots. But the highlight of our visit was our server. From the moment he seated us until we left the restaurant, he was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming. That kind of genuine customer service is becoming harder and harder to find these days, and it really made our lunch special. I actually asked for his name because I wanted to give him the recognition he deserves, but unfortunately, I have to admit that it slipped my mind. Hopefully the restaurant will know exactly who I mean! The sushi was excellent, but the exceptional service is what really stood out. We truly appreciated the warm welcome and great care throughout our lunch. Highly recommend Miso Phat!

Was looking for a good sushi spot in Hawaii and saw this place had good reviews…read more This was a very disappointing meal. The rolls had too many toppings where it did not let the fish shine and flavors were jumbled together. Ahi tasted fresh, but the salmon and yellowtail did not. The baked roll barely had any scallops on top compared to a lot of other places I tried and it wasn't baked enough to bring out the flavor of the mayo. One of the rolls had shrimp tempura inside and the shrimp tempura tasted like it was old and has been sitting out for a while before being used. It was soggy, no crunchy at all. One of the rolls had real crab in the middle, but it tasted very cold like they had just taken it out of the freezer to use in the roll.

My all-time favorite restaurant!! I've lived in LA and have been to Japan a few times, so I've…read moredefinitely been spoiled when it comes to sushi, but nothing compares to Oao. Every time I'm in Maui, this is a MUST. We did the omakase experience for my birthday dinner and it was incredible. 100% worth the price. Every piece of fish was so fresh and literally melted in your mouth. Even the cooked dishes like the miso black cod and A5 Wagyu were amazing. We sat at the sushi bar this time and loved it! The sushi chef was so sweet, the waiters hv the best personalities, and the food comes out surprisingly fast. If it's your first time, get a Mai Tai! All of the nigiri is incredible, but my favorites are the otoro, hamachi with chili oil, and salmon. SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT. The matcha panna cotta is sooo good and 'not too sweet' lol, which is probably the best compliment an Asian person can give a dessert The ube dessert is amazing too. I recommend Oao to everyone who visits Maui and it never disappoints!

We come to Maui often, so we've had the chance to eat at a lot of the island's restaurants over the…read moreyears. We have a pretty good feel for what's out there, and this place truly stands out. From the moment we walked in, Dwayne made us feel like family. His hospitality was genuine, attentive, and really elevated the entire experience. The food was incredible. Every dish was fresh, beautifully prepared, and packed with flavor. As crazy as it may sound, I honestly think the sushi here is better than Nobu. That's a bold statement, but this place earned it. And the chicken wings... wow. I don't know what they're do back there, but they are absolutely addictive. I could legitimately eat four dozen of them. Crispy, flavorful, and some of the best wings I've ever had--at a sushi restaurant, no less. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and exactly what you hope to find while on vacation. We only wish we had a restaurant like this back home in Las Vegas. This has officially become a must-visit every time we're in Maui. We can't wait to come back on our next vacation.

Amazing mom and pop sushi spot in Maui!…read more I first came to this place years ago when my sister brought me here. Had to come back and I was not disappointed. I kept forgetting to make reservations a month in advance and called them on a Wednesday to see if there was any openings for two. Luckily, there was a 7:30pm spot for Friday . Pro tip: the nigiri comes in two. We completely forgot about that and double ordered everything. Luckily, we finished everything. Sushi was fresh and on point. The chef and staff were very friendly. We loved the entire experience. The nigiri were huge in fish cuts, and small in rice so it was perfect since we over ordered. Highly recommend this spot if you are in Maui. Please call ahead to make reservations as they do not allow walk ins. The place only hold 16 seats.

To make a reservation call at 5pm Hawaii time on the first of the month the month before you want a…read morereservation. I got a 7:30 time for 4 people. The $65 12 piece omakase was delicious and one of the best we had ever had. I knocked off one star for price, the miso soup was not included and service was friendly but not the most attentive. Would go back and do recommend while staying in Maui!

Great food. Excellent service, Nikki. Nice relaxing environment…read more We started with Happy Hour specials mostly sushi. Then teriyaki shrimp and sashimi. Next round we shared one of the swordfish specials. After that, it was dessert. Ube creme brulee and baklava ice cream cake. It was all marvelous.

Always and forever will be my favorite sushi place on Maui…read more Fish is so fresh! Service is always so good! Especially the staff behind that sushi bar! Drinks are great! Happy hour is always a great go-to!

The onion soup is just incredible. They use the drippings from their prime rib for flavor and then…read moreit has this wonderful crust on top. We usually sit at the bar, and Alex is the bartender and the waiter there. His wine recommendations are always spot on. Sometimes we have the onion soup and the prime rib, some nights we only have the onion soup and then the crème brûlée for dessert. We're major foodies and it's always a wonderful tasting experience.

We had a great experience here. Our large group was seated without any issues, and the staff was…read morefriendly and quick to help. The second‑floor space has plenty of open windows, giving it a relaxed, breezy feel. There's also a large central bar if you prefer that over a table. Their happy hour is definitely worth checking out. Drinks The Mai Tai was decent, not the best we had on the island, but still enjoyable. The pineapple slice was a nice touch. Food The Caesar Salad had good flavor, though the dressing was a bit heavy. The croutons were excellent. The Fish Tacos Pupu were a standout happy hour deal. The fish was fresh and fried to a crispy golden brown. The Pork Sliders on the happy hour menu were also very tasty. Overall, it's a great spot to take advantage of a solid happy hour.

Every part of the dining experience from reserving via text directly to the owner, to being…read morewelcomed into this small cozy place, feels like you had a sushi chef friend who invited you to their home. I had to modify a reservation due to jet lag, and the woman who handled the entire 15 person dining room, knew exactly who I was when i walked in, even though I had never been there! It's literally only the husband behind the counter and the woman taking care of taking orders, serving, and checking in on every diner. The small decorations are fun and whimsical, especially if you sit at the sushi bar. Prices are very fair for the quality of the fish and although they do have set combinations, I preferred to create my own. I got the miso soup, albacore, yellowtail, Maguro, shrimp tempura roll, vegetable roll, and negihama. I ended up ordering enough for 3 people, but since I was staying in a condo, they graciously packed leftovers to go with condiments! Count on about $100 per person if you have a drink and a hearty appetite. A beautiful gesture upon leaving was being gifted a fresh flower!

I still love Satoe and the idea of this place. I loved it so much the first time, I made a point to…read morereturn 3 years later. Sadly, the sushi did not meet my expectations this time. Traditionally, sushi chef put soy sauce and wasabi in the between the fish and rice, and it's part of the flavor. I don't remember how it was done last time, but that was not the case this time. I had to awkwardly flip the nigiri pieces and dip the fish side in soy sauce, and then they fall apart. Ugh. Also, I didn't appreciate the size of the rice. It was impossible for me to eat the whole piece in one bite, but it's kind of rude not to under the traditional Japanese etiquette. The fish quality was.....okay. TBH, I had better in Sacramento/Roseville for way cheaper. I had more elegant, delicious, and satisfying omakase in San Diego, New York, Shanghai....you name it. For the price (even adjusted for the Maui premium) and the capability of the owners, I truly believe they could do better. Sending love!

Ordered spider roll, pork yakisoba, shrimp tenpura, agedashi tofu. All were excellent. Friendly…read moreservice and nice place. Great sake menu as well!

My mistake suggesting this place to my friends who came in expecting yakitori skewers only to find…read moreout they no longer serve it. They also didn't have another item we wanted most likely because it was a couple hours before closing, so it another disappointment but the food we did end up getting was still amazing. The service was great anyways, and I highly recommend the beef sukiyaki!! Peach and grape chu-his were also really yummy and pretty dangerous as they were on the sweeter side so it's easy to drink! We also got the miso butter cod fish and kimchi cucumber which were both great

Looking for affordable, top notch sushi curated by a Master sushi chef? Make your way to Oku's…read moreSushi in Kihei! My family friends brought me to Oku's for the first time and they were raving about its simplicity but quality. All 3 of us ordered something a bit different. My sushi loving friend ordered a few Nigiri and we shared the rolls. I didn't try the Tobiko and Uni Nigiri but it looked super fresh and my friend savored each piece! The Salmon Skin Roll was great and the Shrimp Tempura Roll is the BEST I've had on Maui hands down. It's not the typical Shrimp Tempura Roll I've gotten at most sushi restaurants. Chef put care into it. I mean crispy tempura shrimp but with lots of fresh cucumbers, carrots and sprouts. I'm not sure how they got that outer rice layer sealed and crispy but it was delicious! My friend got a Veggie Dynamite which I got to sample and it was creamy vegetable heaven lol! I sampled the mushrooms and onion and it was melt in your mouth. My Japanese Beef Curry was up there in quality like I had in Japan. I preferred this Japanese Style Gravy they served. There were big pieces of carrots and potato that I ended up slicing them smaller so I can enjoy each piece with my rice and beef. This was soul comforting Japanese Food! We went early around 5:30 pm and waited less than 5 minutes. There's no reservations so try to go early to avoid crowds or wait time and there's no take out. It's also BYOB too.

SO GOOD. My boyfriend and I loved this place. We had the baked california roll, unagi, and spicy…read moretuna roll. The waiter was super nice and gave us great recommendations the food didn't take too long for it to come out. It was super nice being able to see the sushi being made near us.

Truthfully, my favorite restaurant on South Maui, (Kihei). Why? The food is very tasty. The…read moreportions are respectable and well sized. The prices are good and the service and smiles from all the employee's adds to the total ambiance. We love the nightly entertainment options, especially on Wednesdays. You can also dine nearly nightly and still stay on your budget.

I was here last October and we decided we had to come back on this visit. Arrived at 11:30 am on a…read moreSunday and the place was PACKED! Had to stand in line for about 25 minutes before they could take our order, but well worth it. I had the yummy Classic Loco Moco, and my honey had the chicken and waffles. The food was delicious! Cool vibe. Great service. Coming back for the Happy Hour menu!!

Back on the island, so we had to hit up our go-to spot in Kihei…read more Not much has changed, except JR being in the Philippines this time around (we'll catch you on our next trip). If you want the highest quality sushi, incredible hospitality, and just be around good people, then this is the spot for you. If there's one thing I would ask, is bring back the old school omakase experience! Emily still talks about it to this day. Besides that, Buddha always takes care of us and we have much love and appreciation for him and his skill. Much love, brotha. We'll see you on our next trip.

came here for dinner & it was great! we ordered so many diff…read moretypes of nigiri we ordered salmon, aka fuji masu, hotate, hamachi, kinmedai, otoro, tuna, snapper, ume shiso roll, and amaebi everything was so freaking delicious and buttery and rich and decadent the sushi rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned each bite was so good we were in heaven docking 1 star because i ordered like 6 orders of amaebi & they didn't give me the amaebi head. when i asked for it to be deep fried they said they didn't have a kitchen in the back so they couldn't deep fry it but our server didn't offer to put it in my miso soup.... half the reason i order amaebi at any sushi place is to eat the head so i was devastated. when i ordered a miso soup (8$ btw) it came without any amaebi heads so im just wondering what they did with all my amaebi heads.. sadge service was good. there was only 1 lady working the FOH alone; granted the space isn't that big but she was WERKING it was a good date night spot, i wish we were able to sit at the bar because we had such a great meal, wish we were able to greet and thank the chefs