I came here for breakfast and it was very satisfying. Good food, good service, and good value! I had the fried rice omelet with pork adobo. Three egg omelet stuffed with their ono fried rice. Nice portion of pork adobo with sauce all over. Delicious! My wife had the Tanaka's special omelet with garlic potatoes. Both dishes cost less tha $18. This is comfort food at its best. Also, portions are large enough that you'll probably have leftovers. Atmosphere is like your typical coffee shop; very comfortable, nothing fancy but nice enough to have a really enjoyable breakfast! read more

Tanaka Saimin - Fried rice omelet with pork adobo and Tanaka's omelet with garlic fried potatoes. - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

We were party of 5. It is convenient for quick food. Quality of food is good for the price that you pay. We ordered variety of food. Pork chops, sailing soup, Mahi mahi, beef stew. read more

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We were in with a party of 17 for a birthday celebration. Since not everyone was there at the same time we had to wait, no problem as the hostess was getting tables together for our large group. Once we sat down we were told our server would be Crystal. Crystal was right on it taking orders. Throughout our meal she kept checking on us. Service and food was wonderful and the deserts were a hit. read more

Basic ramen and meat restaurant. Good for a simple lunch if you want over-sauced meats or bland noodles and vegetables. They definitely have a busy lunch service that seemed to attract mostly local seniors. Perfect for that kind of pallet. A bit loud but no more than any busy diner. Waitress was friendly and accomodating to our 5 credit card bill. Kept my coffee and water full. What else could I need? read more

Tanaka Saimin - Welcome display - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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lived on this island all my life & never been to tanaka's. gotta tell you i really enjoyed it. had the fried rice omelet with pork adobo, yum!! waitress was very nice too, always checking on us & if we needed water. can't wait to go back, many other dishes i'd like to try. read more

I was in town visiting so decided to take the family for dinner at Tanaka Saimin. Food is good. Nothing super fancy. A great family place. Service is awesome. They are really friendly and sweet. Would I go again? Yes, absolutely. I just need to keep trying different things to find my favorite. I had the Tanaka Special with was a large won ton mien, teri beef, shrimp tempura and some potato mac salad. Also we ordered their chicken katsu and mushroom burger. The chicken katsu needed some flavor, my nephew liked hisvmushroom burger. read more

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IYKYK!! Staff super friendly, restaurant clean and lots of seating, and food so good! The menu is pretty big but you can order pretty much however you like. And it comes out really fast too which is a big plus if you're hungry! Gotta get the loco moco, fried rice, and don't forget the saimin! read more

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When Tanaka Saimin on Nimitz first opened years ago, I'll be honest--it wasn't a favorite of mine. But tastes change, and after a recent visit, I'm happy to say this place has grown on me. This time around, I discovered their fried noodles, which I actually prefer over the traditional soup saimin. The noodles are savory and satisfying, and when paired with their teriyaki chicken, it becomes the perfect combo. The chicken is flavorful and balances the dish nicely. While it may not have won me over at the very beginning, Tanaka Saimin has definitely earned a spot back on my list. read more

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We ordered takeout - Tanaka Plate with crispy shoyu chicken, Teri beef and double fried saimin for the sides. Extra side of friend shrimp and potato salad. We found a rubber band in the fried noodles while we were eating. ‍ read more

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Stopped by the other evening to give Tanaka a try. I called in my order and it was packed up and ready when I arrived. The young lady that assisted me at the counter was super sweet. We got Tuna Cheese Melts with Miso Soup, a cup of Corn Chowder Soup and a scoop of their Macaroni Potato Salad. We thought the sandwiches were delicious but would've loved a more crisp exterior. It came with a choice of Miso Soup, Fries, Mac Salad or Toss Green Salad. The Miso Soup was full of tofu and had a good flavor. The Corn Chowder was full of Potatoes and Corn and was delicious as well. Their Macaroni Potato Salad had a great flavor and went well with the sandwiches. I'd recommend stopping by if you're in the area. If I get the opportunity to return I plan to try the Won Ton Min... that looked good! read more

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No gravy on this plate but I will definitely get again this filling Korea moco (1 piece kalbi, kim chee fried rice with 2 eggs and won tons). We also got the oyaku donburi and a fried noodles with a side of teri beef to take home. The teri beef is always so easy to bite through here, just wish it was marinated longer to add more flavor. Parking is a issue on the weekends. I suggest the corner next to Lowe's. read more

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My three friends and I stopped by Tanaka Saimin, on Friday, 7/25/25 at 10:15a for a bite to eat. We were greeted promptly and given our water and menus as we sat down. We placed our orders. My friend and I ordered the Tanaka Saimin with BBQ Pork, Shrimp Tempura, and Potato-Macaroni Salad. My other friend ordered the Senior Special that was composed of Hamburger Steak with gravy, Mac salad, and rice. She also selected a small Saimin. My other friend chose the Oyako Donburi plate. My friend and I each enjoyed our Tanaka Saimin. It was very savory and the noodles were nice and chewy. The bits of Char Sui and Kamaboko enhanced the flavor, as well. We had an abundance of wun tun. The sides of Teriyaki were flavorful with a deep rich sweet taste. The shrimp tempura was hot and crispy and the tartar sauce was creamy, and intensified the taste of the shrimp with its rich and tangy flavor. The macaroni and potato salad were cool, creamy, and had a great texture. My friend enjoyed her hamburger patty and her seasoned gravy that accompanied it. She loved eating it with her Mac salad and rice. She also enjoyed the broth and noodles of her tasty Saimin. My other friend had positive comments about her savory and sweet Oyako Donburi with chicken that she had along with her Miso Soup. Our waitress that helped us today was excellent. She was very friendly and always checking up on us. She gave us the opportunity for the 4 of us to have separate checks at the end of our meals. We also had a lot of leftovers and were all given containers to take home our food. We all enjoyed our experience, service, and our meals at Tanaka Saimin. We will definitely come back and try the many other options that they have on their menu. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Oyako Donburi - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Parking: 90 minute parking stalls. Lots of parking. Service: Seated immediately, arrived at the restaurant around 5:30pm. I've come in the past around 7 and had to wait a while. The waitress was quick to take our order. Food was quick to come out. Booth seating which I liked. Food: The food is always good. This time I got the braised short ribs. I surprisingly liked it. Tasted like pot roast. Don't pass on the custard pie! Just get it! It's good. read more

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For those of us who are baby boomers, Tanaka Saimin has its roots from the old Boulevard Saimin on Dillingham Blvd which opened in 1956 by Kazuo Tanaka, and then was taken over by two of his daughters. In 2010, there was a family split between the two sisters: the sister who kept the original Boulevard Saimin renamed it Dillingham Saimin and closed in 2020 due to financial stress of the pandemic. The other sister, Joan Watanabe and husband Paul, opened a new separate restaurant in 2010 named after Joan's grandfather, Kazuo Tanaka, who founded Boulevard Saimin. The new restaurant is called Tanaka Saimin (not to be confused with Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya at various) and is located in the old Weyerhauser Building at the corner of Alakawa St and Nimitz Hwy (next to Loew's) that was being redeveloped by Bale. Tanaka's Saimin menu offerings focus on local comfort food and are extensive: * Breakfast served until noon: hot cakes, waffles, French toast, meat/fish & eggs, omelets, Japanese breakfast, weekend special. * Noodles: Tanaka Saimin with sides, fried saimin, udon, won ton mein, teri beef saimin, oyako saimin, oxtail saimin, oyako donburi. * Plates: mix plate combos, beef, seafood, chicken, pork, butterfish, spaghetti. * Sandwiches: burgers, burger & saimin combo, sandwich combo. * Sides: bbq beef stick, fries, mac potato salad, tossed green salad, yakitori chicken, crispy pork won ton, shrimp/veggie tempura. * Soup & salad: Chinese chicken salad, cold saimin, soup of the day, miso, oxtail, chicken papaya. * Desserts: homemade pies (lilikoi chiffon/banana cream), tempura ice cream, ice cream. There are also weekend, daily, and weekend breakfast specials; and prime rib on weekends. There is 10% off discount for senior citizens 65+ on Tuesdays. Some of our favorites include: * Tanaka Saimin. This is a large won ton mein, with sides of teri beef, shrimp tempura, and choice of potato mac or tossed green salad. Served piping hot, the won ton mein is very filling with toppings of kamaboko, choy sum, green onions, a nori sheet, and char siu; the broth has a nice shrimp flavor that has a satisfying umami taste. The side shrimp delicious tempura is old local style with a puffy batter instead of panko and is served with tartar sauce. * Tanaka mix plate. Two-item combo of various choices. We like the crispy shoyu chicken, yakitori chicken, and teri beef. It comes with two choices of rice, mashed potatoes, fried saimin, potato mac or tossed green salad. The crispy shoyu chicken is deliciously savory with a crispy, caramelized exterior with hints of ginger and garlic teriyaki sauce, which is similar to the yakitori chicken and teri beef. * Sizzling rib steak with mushrooms & onions. It comes with two choices of the same sides as the Tanaka mix plate. Served on a sizzling cast iron platter, the steak is tender, flavorful, and juicy * Banana cream and lilikoi chiffon pie. The delicious banana cream pie has a creamy custard with fresh sliced bananas and a crunchy crust and topped with whipped cream. Also delicious, the lilikoi pie is light and fluffy with a nice balance of sweet and tangy passion fruit citrus flavor with a crumbly crust and topped with whipped cream. Customer service by a somewhat large staff is efficient, friendly, and welcoming, as staff appear to be long-time workers. It does get busy during peak dining hours, so there might be a short wait for your orders, but know that staff are working as quickly as they can. Note that many diners are senior citizens with those using canes and wheelchairs. It is interesting to note that when Tanaka Saimin first opened in 2010, there was much criticism about the quality of the food that resulted in low Yelp ratings that are reflected in its current ratings. After a couple of years, either the cooks were trained properly or new experienced cooks were hired, and the quality of food began improving, with new menu items being added. Today, the restaurant is popular with locals as ever, as every table and booth are taken during peak dining hours, with people waiting for available tables. And the food is delicious and flavorful, as we relate to the comfort food that we grew up with. Outstanding! The dining room is large, spacious, and dated with tables and vinyl booth seating that can accommodate large groups. There is also a counter for those who don't want to wait for a table or booth. The dining area is bright with drop ceiling lights, and the wall décor has framed photos of old-time Boulevard Saimin and of old Hawaii. Hours of operation are Sun to Thurs 7a to 9p and Fri/Sat 7a to 10a. Free parking is available in the parking lot that is shared among businesses in the complex. Tanaka Saimin is on our list of rotating restaurants that we love to return again and again, with so many menu choices, friendly customer services, good local food, and reasonable prices! Support local! read more

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Our kids really loved the oxtail saimin which included wontons. The oxtail was cooked perfectly and was full of flavor. The soup was warm and comforting, reminding my kids of other Chinese noodle dishes. The crispy shoyu chicken was also another favorite of my oldest. I mean, how could you not love it. Crispy fried soy sauced marinated chicken with a bit of sweetness, yum. My youngest preferred the chicken katsu which was also solid. The banana cream pie was also solid and not overly sweet. The hostess recommended their fried rice and Korea Moco for next time. She noted that they make their own kimchi. read more

If you come here expecting comfort food, you'll be satisfied. It's comparable to Shiro's as far as average service in a so-so setting with a variety of menu options at a reasonable price. You'll usually get seated quickly, but there is the occasional wait on a busy weekend night. The Korea moco, wun tun min, and pork chops with gravy are a few favorites, but I'm always down to try something new when I come here for some reason. It'd be nice if they shut down for a day and did a deep cleaning - the drink stations and booths could use a facelift. Either way, we keep coming back. read more

Greats service! We pulled up within the last hour. This Chinese chicken salad, in my opinion, was the best thing to fill up on without feeling heavy! Love the toppings and the dressing is perfect, has the slightest bit, of nuttiness from the sesame which I love! Everything tastes fresh too ,from the toppings to chicken to salad base. 10/10 would recommend if you're looking for a solid amount of food for a night out. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Chinese Chicken Salad - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Friendly, pleasant and courteous service. Although it was crowded, the restaurant was still cool and not hot...the A/C was in good working condition . In the early evening, there were busy and a 20 minute wait but we were seated before the 20 minutes was up. We ordered prime rib, Tako saimin and Lilikoi Chiffon. My husband the prime rib rare when it was brought to the table it was rare not medium. Awesome job! It was delicious. I wanted oyako donburi and wanted saimin. Oyako saimin was perfect, got the best of both worlds especially since I wasn't in the mood for rice. It was delicious but couldn't finish it....there were more noodles than I expected. Plus, I wanted to leave room for dessert....Lilikoi Chiffon. The lilikoi chiffon was light, tasty and not too sweet. The crust was light, flaky and delicious. read more

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The service was exemplary, the food came out in a matter of minutes, and the food was tasty and so satisfying! I loved the old school feel of a large, coffee type restaurant, similar to those my parents took me and my siblings, when I was a little girl. The booths were comfortable and the friendly, spacious atmosphere, along with the menu of local favorites, made it a memorable evening with my family. My son had the hamburger steak with gravy, my daughter-in-law had the combination roast pork with gravy and spicy shoyu chicken, my two grandsons had their fave, the spicy shoyu chicken, and I had the saimin and bbq burger combo!! Everyone enjoyed the Ono grindz, and as for Grandma, I will definitely request to come here again, whenever I'm back home in the islands, visiting from the Ninth Island!! We have excellent local grindz in Vegas too, but being with my Ohana always makes it better! read more

Retro flashback to the 1950s-1970s for this casual non-fancy working man's diner serving Saimin (Hawaiian-style Ramen noodles in a light broth). Simple straightforward entrees served quickly and courteously by waitresses that are true hardworking pros. PRO TIP: To park here, it's best to drive around the back sides of this massive building to park in the one-way angle-spaced parking lot in front of the restaurant. Inside you will find a huge dining room with vinyl booth seating that stretches seemingly to the horizon! Yes, the interior is dated and worn, but that's part of the retro vibe here. :) We had to wait a few minutes after arriving until the parties ahead of us got seated first. Lots of people go with the sizzling steak here which looked great, but I wanted something a little more healthy tonight. I went with the signature entree - the Tanaka Saimin. The Saimin was on point with good ramen noodles in a light broth with slices of Japanese fish cake. The Tanaka Saimin comes with a side plate that includes a few slices of tender and tasty Teriyaki Beef, one "Tempura" Shrimp that is really more of a breaded shrimp (not really the flaky tempura batter) and a bit of a side salad. It was more than enough food for a full meal. I wouldn't mind coming back again.. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Outside - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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No complaints about the amount of food, though I'll say the fried shrimp is a bit greasy given how they do the batter. It would also be good if they had a better system to take and send takeout orders rather than have one register at the front to handle that and dine-in patrons to pay at. It's an unnecessary bottleneck. Haven't dined it yet, but the inside, while nicely kept, feels like it came right out of the 80's which makes sense given their base. read more

Everything is great. It is a popular place. You need to go early,10:20 to avoid waiting in line. The oxtail soup is the best I ever had, chicken papaya soup is excellent. Prices are lower in comparison to other places. Our server, Patricia, is a gem. The banana chocolate pie was so good we took some home and gave one to a friend. We enjoy ourselves when we eat here. Try it! read more

We knew zippys would be packed after graduation so we came here instead. It was raining that evening so everyone in the 'Ohana was ono for saimin & hamburger. Tanaka saimin is the perfect place for this craving ! Remember to order a side of fries. Got to the restaurant around 845 and it was packed but luckily there were tables available and we were seated right away. Tanaka severs were very attentive despite the busy restaurant. Food came out quickly and cooked perfectly. Make sure to save room for dessert, their peanutbuttahhh chocolate pie was BROKEEEE DA MOUT ! read more

Tanaka Saimin - Small saimin & Hamburger Deluxe (grilled onions) combo ! Side French fries - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Great variety on the menu of Hawaiian specialties! Saimin is so fresh, noodles cooked perfectly with a rich dashi broth same for the udon. Our cousins love the oxtail soup. Tempura is crispy with seasoned large shrimp. Miso butterfish is delicious. They have a Tanaka combo special where you choose 2 proteins with sides (10 varieties: shrimp tempura, beef teriyaki, hamburger patty, much more). Fried saimin is a local favorite too. Save room for dessert because the lilikoi chiffon pie is da bomb as well as the banana or coconut pie - all homemade in house. They have daily specials from oxtail stew, prime rib (I think Saturday or Sunday) stews and much more. Service is always nice and friendly. No reservations so sometimes it gets really crowded. Casual atmosphere laid back Hawaiian style with local fresh food that is onoliscious!!! read more

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Parking is free but can be challenging during peak hours. We came for lunch on a weekend. The wait was about 10 minutes before we got seated. They seated us next to the kitchen which was very noisy. I do not suggest this. The menu is large offering BLD. My lunch date and I both ordered the popular Tanaka Saimin Special. It included a large Wonton Min, a side of BBQ Beef, Breaded Shrimp, and Potato Mac Salad for $17 and change. The Wontons are huge. I wasn't crazy about the Breaded Shrimp. I did not eat a lot so I took the rest home. I was able to make 3 more small meals with the leftovers. The staff is wonderful. Bathrooms are clean. Good for large groups. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Tanaka Special side dish - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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A local favorite that was suggested by our local friends and this place did not disappoint! When we walked in, it was super busy, but the restaurant was pretty big so we're able to sit a large group of us and our friends. Service was fast and the menu was straightforward. We ordered the oxtail Saimin And also the miso butter fish and both of those dishes were delicious! The portions were very good and the food came out hot. Service was extremely friendly and was an overall great experience. Definitely felt like a local while eating there I would highly recommend it to anyone else. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Miso Butterfish - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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All I can say is, "I've been missing out" all these years. Now, I can make up for lost times...lol. I heard that TANAKA SAIMIN is just like the good 'ole BOULEVARD SAIMIN that was located on Dillingham in Kalihi. Not sure if this is accurate, but the owner of this restaurant is related to the owners of Boulevard Saimin. No wonder the food taste the same...still ono! Just like I remember growing up. The moment I first walked in, it reminded me of BS. A nostalgia, homey and comforting diner with old fashioned booths and open family style tables. My family was greeted with a warm greeting and a speedy service. Our waitress was so friendly, quick and very attentive to our needs throughout our entire service. She also joked with us before leaving the restaurant, she said " I'll see you folks tomorrow " lol. Now, on to the food. Looking over the menu, I noticed that they had a...TANAKA MIX PLATE that was similar to my favorite at BS (Boulevard Special plate) It included the following: Choice of 2 sides- *rice, mashed potatoes, fried saimin, mac-potato or tossed salad. Choice of 2 entrees- *shrimp tempura, shrimp omelette, teriyaki beef/pork, roast pork, beef stew, hamburger patty, yakitori chicken, chicken katsu, or crispy shoyu chicken I chose-fried saimin, mac-potato salad, teriyaki beef and shrimp tempura. This similar plate was my favorite at BS. Let me tell you, taking that first bite brought me back to my childhood. Omgeee...everything tasted EXACTLY the same...on point and so...ONOLICIOUS!!! My taste buds were doin' the HAPPY DANCE! You gotta try this plate! On my second visit here, I decided to try the TANAKA SAIMIN which includes: Large wun ton min, shrimp tempura, teriyaki and your choice of mac-potato salad or tossed salad. I choose the mac-potato salad. This dish was just as amazing! So, if you want yummy, local, comfort food with great service, come to TANAKA SAIMIN on Nimitz. You'll thank me for that! read more

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Old time favorite when you just want to bring back some old time memories. My brother and I have been eating here for years and do now when I fly back home we always stop back in to get our favorite Tanaka Saimin. I know it's not the best saimin in the world but , but it's comfort food that hasn't changed. read more

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Tanaka has been and will be our go-to for a good meal and being such we stopped in for breakfast when most places were shuttered due to no electricity blame HECO and Lala. Our coffee was hot and came quickly as we perused the menu options. The restaurant's ambiance is still a comfortable place to be, lighting is subdued enough, cushions on their furniture is getting up in their age, wear and tear that's going to require attention soon at the cost of losing customers. Tanaka's has got to put their customer's comfort and satisfaction first in every way and avoid slipping or their customer base will move somewhere else. Mrs ordered eggs and corned beef hash and I tried something new, fried rice and egg omelette with pork adobo. They tried with the corned beef but no cigar. The fried rice was fried rice with a nice omelette, where they left me standing in the rain was the tepid adobo, very warm to the touch and absolutely flat in the taste section. I even put Tabasco on the adobo but still no help! There was a lot of food left on the plate when we paid the bill. We will be back but adobo will not to be in the order anytime soon. read more

Despite the rising cost of food, Tanaka Saimin has kept their prices affordable and that's so appreciated. My son loved his Japanese breakfast and the hubby and I shared the French toast breakfast "sandwich." Portions continue to be generous and everything tastes Ono-licious!! read more

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I got the mix plate with shrimp omelet, potato mac salad, and crispy shoyu. Service was fast, which I appreciated, but the place had a bit of a fishy smell that took away from the experience. Solid meal overall, just not quite enough to earn more than three stars. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Mix Plate Crispy Shoyu Chicken shrimp omelet - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Tanaka saimin was awesome, I forgot how saimin really taste like! Living in the mainland we can't find anything like this!! Also the wonton is huge, just as big as the saimin spoon. This was my 1st time eating here. Great food!! read more

Tanaka Saimin - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Tanaka Simon is always a place I go to when I get home from a long trip. The food is great priced for portion size and they have so many options. Pretty much any local food you can crave is on their menu. Even ox tail! The waitresses and waiters are always attentive and pretty quick. The restaurant has many tables so they can serve a lot of people at once. You never really need to wait long even when they're busy. Definitely a local food must-try! read more

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The food looked great but it definitely did not taste great. We were all pretty disappointed with what we got since it looked great! The Saimin had no flavor, felt like they just warmed up the udon and poured hot water in. The Oya mostly had rice in it and as well lacked the flavor it could've had. The Korea Moco tasted very smoky and burned. It didn't even taste anything like Kimchee Fried Rice. I'd say it was more so a Shoyu fried rice because of how strong the Shoyu taste was. We didn't get a single water refill unless you were able to stop a server. Overall we were all left sad at the outcome since we all haven't eaten all day. We ended up stopping at Soul Chicken around the corner since we were still hungry. Parking is good at least and we didn't have a wait time. We are more than likely not recommending... read more

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My family came to Tanaka during its initial opening a while ago and it was disappointing. After a few years we've decided to come back and find this place another shot! What a difference! Restaurant is always clean but a dim at times. It has the same design as the old school Dilingham Saimin joint. A lot of the food is good old local style and is so satisfying! The staff is super friendly and they seem to have a great relationship with their customers! At times, it can get super busy but well worth the wait. The dish portions are filling. Our favorite is the beef stew which is always consistent and always tasty. The shoyu chicken is also great. Although sometimes it can be hard. Roast pork is always a winner here along with all their home made desserts. Banana pie is a must try! Saimin and almost all the noodle dishes are a go to and can't go wrong. The chicken soup is nostalgic and reminds me of my mom's cooking. If you're looking for something that locals would love, come here. You won't be disappointed read more

I was craving eggs benedict and this hits the spot. nothing more to say but overall it's good. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Haven't been here since covid. Walked in and put my name on the wait list. Got called for a table in about 10 minutes on a Sunday lunch rush. Place hasn't changed since the last time I been there. Same great service and friendly service. Second time I ordered the ahi belly and was not disappointed. Well, the first time, my fish was slightly over cooked. But they made up for it this time. Alot of food that comes with miso soup. My lunch partner ordered the grilled mahi mahi sandwich with mac/potato salad. It was delicious, mahi was fresh with soft bun and with lettuce, firm tomato, onion, pickle. The mac/potato salad had too much mayonnaise for her taste. Pro: Always great friendly service and large portions. Con: Knowing it is a large restaurant. Service and food service may take awhile. Potatoe mac salad has a good taste but too much mayonnaise. Would I return? Yes. Great local food. read more

Tanaka Saimin - Ahi Belly - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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If you are in the Nimitz area, this is a must stop if you need a lunch or dinner that will satisfy your hunger. Let me just say if you go during rush hours, the parking is terrible. So I suggest going at an off time. When you enter, make sure to write your name on the list or if it's not busy just notify the hostess. A real cheat code is if your party is small, ask to sit at the counter if there is open seats. Once my hubby and I were seated, we were friendly greeted by our waitress and promptly take our drink orders. Once we got our coffees, we both got the Tanaka Saimin and my hubby got the corn chowder. Tanaka Saimin: Such a bang for your buck. Not only do you get saimin with won tons (I had like 5 juicy ones) but also a side of Teri beef, fried shrimp tempura, and Mac salad. Talk about yummy and plenty if you ask me. Corn Chowder: My hubby loved it. You cant go wrong with a corn chowder. Just a heads up it was a special for the day so it's not available everyday. Overall, I would rate this experience as top notch. I can see why so many people wait for this place. Ono food and friendly service. I can't wait to go back read more

Tanaka Saimin - Tanaka Saimin, bowl of corn chowder - Japanese Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

lots of free parking outside. (note u have to drive around the building and parking is reserved for each venue). signed in at the front. short wait and was seated. the place was packed. shortly after a super nice waitress came and took our orders. Aunteh had the king cut prime rib (med rare) with salad. steak was cooked good had a mean meat to fat ratio. was such a good deal for the price. da mini-me wanted to tax my oxtail but i told her no wayz, get yo own so she got da saimin version. i got da oxtail soup. was nice and hot. broth was flavorful and filled anykine. had long rice, bok choi, shitake, peanuts and choke meat. was cooked good so da meat easy to slurp off da bone. just how i like. side ginger and rice to make da perfect mop sesh. dessert was also mayjah... we had try banana cream pie, creme brule'e, blueberry pie and lilikoi chiffon. all the desserts were good. rush em! read more

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Bad customer service. Put our name on the list and waited outside because it was packed inside. Sherry did not open the door to call our name. When I went in to check 25 minutes later, our name was crossed out. Found out she did the same to other customers. So didn't care about anything! She's been there years, maybe time to retire! Jackass! I wouldn't recommend Tanaka Saimin. Shame on you Sherri!! read more