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    Tanuki Sushi

    4.7 (221 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars
    Closed Closed
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for kids

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    L-R: Hirame, engawa, itoyori, kue, chutoro
    Sheila A.

    A little hole in the wall place for sushi in Kaneohe. I go to a lot of different sushi, restaurants and most of the good ones are someplace on the other side of the mountain in town. This little place is a gem. They are the only sushi restaurant that I've been to here on the island (and I've been to a lot of them) that has a selection of fish that isn't typically found in other restaurants. There is always something new available to try every time I come here. They buy a lot of seasonal fish, which is why I think they always have something new. The place is clean. The service is friendly and efficient. The food is amazing!

    Round 2 of omakase
    Jason Y.

    Finally made it back to this lil gem in kaneohe! Still serving great quality sushi from Japan. There were some great items on the specials list that I never knew existed. Wife did a bunch of ala carte items and I did the omakase. The quality you get is top notch with a very reasonable tag! If you're unsure of what to get, just talk story with any of the employees. They will give you tailored recommendations based on the type of sushi you typically enjoy. Great food, great service, great price! Pro Tip: Call to make a reservation as this is a cozy spot with delicious food!

    Tania T.

    Always never disappoints!! Reservations made for dinner and ordered a platter with the following this time - Yukimasu (snow trout), Medai (sea bream), Kinmeidai, Shimaaji and king salmon! And we added the spicy tuna and eel roll. Omg , I went to sushi heaven & will be back again soon!!

    Omakase experience.
    Kalani A.

    Tanuki is a nice hidden gem in Kaneohe. I am reluctant to give a review as it's charm and ambience come from It's location and size. Tanuki is a true and genuine local sushi spot that holds true to fresh fish from Japan. It's unique selection of fresh and rare fish from Japan make this experience unlike any other on Oahu. omakase is the best option as it gives the opportunity to try the freshest fish that the chef has selected. A definite must try if you are craving authentic Japan style sushi. Staff are friendly and very personable making your experience a very comfortable and enjoyable experience. Five star experience with a very homey feel.

    Sashimi platter marked with item names
    Alvin K.

    I have to give a short shout-out to one of my favorite sushi spots, Tanuki Sushi. This was my first Thanksgiving home in five years (instead of in Vegas), I contacted my family to get together. Since we're all not big turkey fans, we decided to have an alternative menu. I've ordered sashimi platters from them before, and since it was less than a week til Thanksgiving, I contacted Tanuki to see if they could accommodate me. Mark and Shawn know what kind of fish I like, so I just asked them to put together a sashimi platter and gave them my budget. Since they were closed on Thanksgiving day, we made arrangements for pickup on Wednesday night. The platter was ready on time, and I wrapped it in plastic wrap and put it in the fridge. It was still fresh and perfect the next night for all of us to enjoy. Great selections that included Ootoro, Inada (baby Hamachi), and Uni, along with at least half a dozen other raw and seared items. There was more than enough to go around for the 8 of us, along with the other pot luck items (ham, mashed potatoes, rice, salad, and dessert) we had for dinner. A great Thanksgiving dinner, and we'll probably do the same thing for Christmas.

    Deluxe chirashi bowl
    Lucy B.

    BEST sushi on the island! Really can't recommend it enough. And everybody is so nice. We come a few times a year and it's just the best. Make sure to get some things off the specials board

    Kailua roll and the Spicy dragon  Snow trout nigiri
    Brenda A.

    Definitely a hidden gem!! Food was absolutely delicious. My favorite was the hamachi carpaccio. Service was excellent and fast. The ambiance is relaxing and quiet. It was a perfect stop after walking at the botanical gardens.

    Fish liver.  Ankimo with think
    Rob B.

    A curious place, it's hidden in plain sight! There is no kitchen so the complexity of the menu is not what you might find in town but I had no complaints. The Omakase diners $100 but the fish was not only very fresh but there were a few things I have never seen. I think a reservation is a must as there are not more than 15 places to sit.

    Jenna E.

    A great sushi option in Kaneohe. My bf and I dined here on a Friday night ~6pm by with no reservation and it was private dining the whole time we were there haha. It was nice that nobody else was there but a little quiet! The restaurant is cozy + small and clean--they still require face masks (as of January 2024) even if there were no other diners. My favorites of the evening were the hot tea LOL and the spicy dragon roll. Tanuki sushi only offers...well sushi! So I wouldn't recommend this place if you're hoping for other Japanese dishes. I think the only other non-sushi dish was miso soup. Overall, quality of fish was good and I would come back just for the spicy dragon roll :) Park in the lot in the front and bring your sushi appetite!

    Hamachi Sashimi
    Ianne B.

    Fresh and delicious! This is a very small sushi restaurant with just a a few tables and bar, so reservations at a good idea.

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    2 years ago

    Good quality sushi in Kaneohe. It's for the days you want something fancier than Ninja or Genki but won't break the bank.

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    Not gonna hype too much so you foodies steal my spot. Super Ono, saiko oiishii! Itsumo bikkuri. Gochiso sama deshita.

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    The food and service was amazing. fish was so fresh and yummy. Can't wait till we go again.

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    Ask the Community - Tanuki Sushi

    Are they open for dine in yet?

    Yes....reservations are required and recommended in advance.

    Is there cooked seafood... like fish Kama... oysters, mussels, tako yaki/karaage?

    They do offer broiled kama but because their location does not have a kitchen, they do not have cooked items such as tempura or deep fried amaebi heads.

    Why does it say appointment only? shouldn't it be reservations recommend?

    Hi don't know why it says appointment ??? Yes reservations recommend but they do take walk in however reservations highly recommend it's a great sushi bar hope this helps you

    Isn't a bit small for larger parties? Reservations are recommended?

    It depends on how "large" your party is. Best thing is to call them to inquire. They are very friendly and I'm sure they will do what they can to accommodate your needs. Reservations are highly recommended, even if you're just a party of two.… Read more

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