The food here is amazing! I got to try so many dishes during a party I attended here. We ate the Smashed Cucumbers, Aburi Ahi Carpaccio, Crispy Tots, Calamari Katsu, Cabbage Caesar, A5 Wagyu Fried Rice, Crispy Potatoes, Moi, Butter fish and Kulolo Katsu. EVERYTHING was so good, I'd order ALL of it again. If I have to pick a top three it would be Cabbage Caesar, Crispy Tots and the Butterfish but you also need to order the Kulolo Katsu for dessert. The service was 10/10, they are all so friendly and attentive even with our party of 15. Waters were always full, plates were cleared, new utensils were offered and the waiter was very upbeat. They also communicated when they forgot one of our dishes and that's all I ask for when there is a mistake, I just want to know what's happening. This is my second time here and I'll be back many more times. Book your dinner here and don't think twice. read more

Thirty Eight - Miso Butterfish 12/10 seriously so amazing! - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

THE. FOOD. was so amazing! every dish was well thought out and so yummy! we didn't get to try everything on the menu, so we're already planning our return. service was incredible. loved that you could see the chefs cooking just a few feet away. read more

Thirty Eight - miso butterfish - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Amazing experience at 38! The food was amazing. Our chef Kamaile really took care of us! The service was also good. We hope to come again!

Thirty Eight Happy Hour! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Located at Pier 38- this is one of many restaurants located here. Parking is easy to find. I made reservations via OpenTable but at the time I went it was so slow that I probably didn't even need the reservation. My mom and I wanted to check this place's happy hour out and I am glad we did. Ambiance is great: well-lit open seating area. Tables are small but our server offered to combine tables if we needed more space. I thought their happy hour was a good deal. Drinks were good and food was delicious. We both got a bowl of the Fisherman's Chowder then shared the Poke Nachos (HUGE!) and the Calamari Katsu. Ingredients tasted extremely fresh and were so worth it. We also got a lilikoi margaritas, which was great too! Ended our early dinner with the Kulolo Katsu. I myself was expecting this to be sweeter and to be able to taste the kulolo more but it just did not hit how I was expecting it to. Overall, I thought our bill lived up to everything we ordered. I would definitely recommend this place for happy hour again and would love to come back to try other dishes! read more

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I'm giving this about a 3 1/2 but since there is no half star, I rounded up to 4. Thirty-eight is in the old Namikaze space. It's a beautiful restaurant with an open kitchen. It doesn't look like much has changed in the decor from the Namikaze days. We had a gift card so decided to check things out. There were some hits and some misses for us and here they are: Hits: -Shrimp toast: really tasty, enjoyed the crunch of the toast -Eggplant appetizer: nicely charred and a good combo of flavors. Misses: -Caesar: I like light dressing but this was almost nil. And then although they did tell us upfront there would be a charge for more, thought this was crazy considering how little was originally put on. -Bread pudding: our gift card covered enough to get something else but we were too full so took a bread pudding home. Let me say, this was not good at all - if I could describe it, it tasted like Thanksgiving stuffing made bread pudding style - it was salty/savory without any hint of being a dessert. We took a few bites trying to figure out what it was supposed to taste like - the rest went in the trash. I thought maybe it was griddled in butter so just the outside was salty but nope. It's a hard pass and even if it were good, $17 is steep for dessert! Just ok: -Short ribs -Ahi steak I'm not sure how the daytime parking is but it's wide open and free at night. read more

Thirty Eight had a beautiful interior that was open and bright. The food was the best part of this experience. Our family ordered the ribeye steak, miso butterfish, seared ahi, and shrimp toast. The only miss I found was the shrimp toast. I thought it would be two pieces of bread with the shrimp in between but it sadly was not. The slice of bread was so thin and I wished there was more of it. The shrimp was also pretty sweet. But for the seared ahi I got, it was pretty delicious. The greens tasted a bit burnt though. The ribeye steak was definitely the best item though, amazing dish and such great flavor. Overall experience was good and our server was so kind and helpful, along with giving me a birthday bread pudding :). read more

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Came here for lunch last weekend and had a pretty good experience. Tried this Fisherman's chowder, shrimp and grits, and the Ahi tostada appetizer. Chowder was thin, but had a good taste. Not a strong fishy taste. The shrimp and grits were cooked perfectly and the sauce in the middle balanced it all out. The Aji tostada was just OK. Pretty much poke on a chip. Service was attentive and friendly. Prices were reasonable read more

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Have been wanting to try Restaurant 38 tho seeing the mixed reviews waited a bit to allow for "new restaurant" hiccups to be worked out. Thrilled to see everything work perfectly insync tonight. Service spot on. Appreciate the excellent service without it being over the top intrusive. Only once did we have to ask for a refill on water. The rest of the evening was tended to well. Food recommendations were spot on. Even though we didn't order exactly along items recommended, we did most of the time. Started out with two appetizers. Both my dining partner and my favorite was the ahi carpachio. Full of flavor, it was like a party going off in every bite. Also enjoyed the ceviche. Shared the moi entree. Wanting to save room for the recommended dessert. So happy we did. Barely had enough real estate in our tummies for the delicious kuholo bites for dessert. Love that they werent too sweet. Just right! Thank you Restaurant 38 for a most delicious evening. Thank you Chef Justin Inagaki for bringing the freshest ingredients utilizing local farms and producers, including: Fresh Island Fish, Aloun Farms, Kupu Place, Ho Farms, OlaKai Hawaii, Sensei Farms, Sunshine Farms, Sumida Farm and Waialua Growers. Thank you to my dearest friend for a most memorable evening. Will I be back? Hopefully soon! read more

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I've been coming to this location for many years and have seen it go through several different names, including when it was Uncle's and Nami Kaze. It's nice to see another restaurant here, but you wonder why the continuous change. The menu is pretty straightforward. We ordered a variety of appetizers and I had the mix plate for my entrée. Overall, everything I tried was delicious and satisfying. Service was good, and I especially appreciated that my iced tea was refilled without having to ask. The only minor drawback was a bit of a wait for the food to come out, especially since we got there early before the crowd, but overall, I had a good experience and would definitely come back to try more of their menu. read more

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Nice staff, took over another spot we used to like. Liked the cocktails: Lilikoi margarita, lychee martini and old fashioned. First out was the ceviche and it was meh. Was not island fresh, had a slight fishy taste. Bad when you across from Nico's. Second was oysters. They were briny, which was good, but also a little gritty...not good. Then things started looking up. Wagyu rice was pretty good and the calamari katsu was well cooked and a hit. Crispy chicken sandwich was crispy with great flavors with lots of chicken. Some parts were however overcooked to the point of tough and stringy. Kulolo katsu was okay for me, but the table liked it. Final assessment is good cocktails, friendly service, with mixed on the food. read more

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Food is simple, interesting and delish at the same time. Who thought of making kululo dessert in a katsu version, it was yummy! It was the main reason why I wanted to come here. Mont Blanc drink is dangerously good, if you like espresso martini... you'll love this! This place took over nami kaze location. Downside is there is flies if you sit near the entrance. read more

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Service was awesome! The dinner menu was not as extensive as I thought but still good. Ordered the moi, shrimp toast, rib eye, and ahi. Oh also tater tots. Definitely try the moi! It was the best. The ribeye had a sauce on it but I can't really say it's something I would order again . read more

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A good choice for meeting friends for lunch. The cucumbers and kamaboko dip for appetizers were delicious, the fried pi very crispy, fresh and enjoyable. Terry had an ahi poke bowl, Peter ordered Miso butterfish and a Diet Coke, and I chose a chicken sandwich and a Vietnamese iced coffee. We were allowed to switch out of a booth to a larger table easily. The check in, ordering of food and wait staff were excellent. Very nice and intuitive bartender took group photos for us and got me a take out bag without being asked. Loved that! Thankyou Terry for treating us to lunch. Great sharing of photos on our phones, favorite photos, talk of upcoming trips, cats and more. Looks pretty much like the same set up when I came before when it was Namikaze. Like the blue glass balls suspended in rope netting as their decor now. read more

Thirty Eight - Lunch 8/27/26 - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

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Elevated and boujee pier! Amazing service with amazing drinks. Dinner was phenomenal and the drinks are even better. Had dinner here a couple times, but I love just having drinks at the bar. Open kitchen and deliciously explained dishes make the whole vibe of the restaurant come together. read more

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I've been here for both happy hour and dinner, and both times the food was yummy! I think this is a great place to try. It hasn't necessarily been one of those places I keep craving or wanting to come back to, but it's definitely somewhere I'd recommend to people because the food is good. I'm not sure if it's the price or the distance that keeps it from being in my regular rotation, but I am curious to come back and try their breakfast! I also heard Thirty Eight is connected to the same owners/family behind Chao, which makes sense because I've really enjoyed Chao too. read more

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Me and my co workers made lunch reservations for here. We were seated quickly. The table that we sat at was kind of warm due to it being close to glass window. The interior of the restaurant was comforting. Our starters came out at a decent time. Our main dishes did take a bit longer to come out. We were a bit surprise that the salads came out at the same time as the other dishes. Besides the wait, food did taste good. None of it was disappointing. I'd recommend anyone going and would come again. The prices were also reasonable. read more

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For my third visit, I wanted to try the happy hour, but since it was a Saturday, it wasn't available. (Happy Hour is M-F 2-5.) They were only serving Weekend Brunch at 3:00 which I'm glad I got to try. DRINKS I recommended the Rising Phoenix (which I loved) to my friend who enjoyed it. Because I wanted to explore more of the menu I got the Pono Punch - bourbon, vanilla, lime, and almond which was a nice blend of flavors. Love that Tommy , the director of beverages (for Chao and Nori Bar Waikiki which are in the same family ) came by to get feedback. I told him I personally prefer a little less sweet but that's just me and drink was still lovely. Our server recommended the Salmon chazuke and Shrimp & "Grits" which my friend got. It came with 5 nice sized grilled shrimp atop a creamy savory plate of grits. Yum! Being someone who enjoys trying new dishes, I decided to go with the Shakshuka - fresh catch- hamachi , onsen egg, baguette, after our server reassured me that wasn't super spicy despite the chili pepper symbol. It turned out to be a substantial pan of flavorful tomato sauce with tasty chunks of yellowfin tuna that you can either turn into a sandwich or just use the bread on the side to scoop up the sauce. Good! Our Poke Tostada was petite but fine as an appetizer for us to share. Delish! Service has been consistently knowledgeable, professional, and friendly on every visit so far. Still need to come back for happy hour! read more

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We parked in the open lot and made the short walk to the restaurant. Open kitchen clean dining room, tables close to other tables. We came at lunch time and before the lunch rush. Good thing because all the parking and restaurants were getting busy. We ordered two Fisherman Chowder and shared a Miso Butterfish lunch. The chowder was good but could have used a little oyster cracker or two or sourdough bread. The soup I felt missed something it was good though. The Miso Butterfish was delicious, and filling for us. We needed to eat light because of the errands we had to run in the afternoon. The prices are on par with others on the area. With all the options in the area, Thirty eight is one of our choices. read more

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We planned on coming for lunch, but took too long getting ready. Instead, we made it to happy hour, daily from 2pm-5pm. They weren't too busy for happy hour. We came on a Monday and there were only two other tables besides ours. The best item to get for happy hour is definitely the fresh half shelled oysters $2.50 a piece (6 piece minimum). They were fresh, plump and naturally sweet. My poke nachos was also delicious and fresh $16. I went with the ginger scallion ahi. The other choice was the spicy ahi. It went great with the fresh fried wonton chips and kabayaki sauce. My hubby got the crispy chicken sandwich $15, which he said was ok. It came with really crispy shoestring fries, which were great. I drank a Vietnamese iced coffee $6. I love this coffee as it's made with condensed milk, but it's strong. We received excellent service. The feel of the restaurant is really modern. It has an open kitchen, so you can see them cooking up the food. read more

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Easiest 5 star review I've given this year. This place is a home run, a grand slam. Food is DELICIOUS! We went to try the new weekend brunch menu! Our favorite dish was the tater tots. Who knew tater tots go so well with ikura? Not me! But now I know! Soooo yummy. Drizzled with sauce that tastes like aioli, on a bed of I think scrambled eggs? Tots were nice and crispy, piping hot. We ate every last morsel. Next fav was the shrimp and grits. WOW I've been looking for that smoky, fresh-off-the-bbq-grill flavor in shrimp for the longest time and finally found it. Pairs so well with the "grits" which tasted creamy, and umami, and ever so slightly spicy, and loved the lumpy texture. Wowow basically shoveled this into our mouths as quickly as possible. Next fav was the side order of kimchi fried rice! Very good, love the addition of bacon, I was expecting more of a strong kimchi flavor, but nonetheless the dish felt balanced. Very good portion size especially for a side order! Lastly but not leastly, the salmon benedict we thought was like good but standard good. I think the English muffin was a little tough/thick? And the salmon didn't have much flavor/maybe too thin. Still a good dish, but not as outstanding as the first two. Again, good portion size, would definitely fill me up. For drinks we both got Lion's coffee. Crazy as it may be, this was my first time trying Lion's coffee despite being born and raised here haha, and I totally get the tourist hype over Lion's coffee now--it's so good!! So roasty! Loved it! The cream they give at the restaurant is like real cream too, blended so well. Free refills on the coffee! Ambience is clean casual, open kitchen concept. Something small we rly appreciated was the table setup: some places will have the tables for 2 parties set up in a row, sometimes too close together and it feels like you're basically dining with the table next to you. But here they were thoughtful enough to orient the smaller tables perpendicularly such that you never felt like you were eating too close to the party next to you. Love that, whether intentional or not. Ample free parking. Reservations very easy online. I made a reservation for 2 just the night before going in on Sunday at noon. Service was great. Very attentive, food came out fast. The waitress told us about the executive chef(s?) and their other restaurant called Chao, we will definitely need to check that one out too! Price was totally reasonable given quality/portion. Will definitely be coming back! Great job! Thanks for the amazing food! read more

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This restaurant replaced Namikaze right next to Nicos Pier. There is a bunch of parking on the side near the water or by the main restaurant. I went for the happy hour and I was surprised that it wasn't that busy. We did a walk in and there was only one other party there. It's exactly the same as how Namikaze was, modern and clean. The happy hour has a lot of great options for food and drinks. All of the food was delicious and the seafood tastes very fresh. read more

Thirty Eight - Poke Nachos & Spam Fried Rice Poke Cracker, Oysters, Kamaboko Dip and Shishito Peppers Calamari Katsu, Oysters and Spam Fried Rice - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Came last night and again the food was delicious and the service was great. We had the the cabbage ceasar salad and the grilled octopus. It was delicious. Two of us had the miso butterfish and my other friend had the scallops. She enjoyed her meal as well. The miso butterfish had fried leaks on top which I love. However, I think it was fried too much that my friend and I both thought the butterfish had bones. That's how hard the leak garnish was on top of the fish. A little over fired leaks. Otherwise, the butterfish entree was delicious. The fish wasn't too sweet like some places make it. I would order it again I liked it so much. The place is nice and clean and spacious. You don't feel like you're so close to the next table. read more

Thirty Eight - Fried moi - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Delicious food! Attentive, friendly, helpful staff, all around great vibe! Shout out to Tommy! Dion! And Evan! All class acts! We will be back! read more

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I came here with my cousins a few weeks ago to celebrate our birthdays. The space looks the same as the previous occupant, Nami Kaze. We made reservations in advance, and it wasn't very crowded, so it felt more intimate in the large space. The service was pretty good all evening. Water was refilled, questions about the menu were answered, and recommendations were made. The menu is seafood focused, with some twists on traditional Asian classics. For the food, we ordered: cabbage Caesar, shrimp toast, calamari, furikake king salmon, and braised short rib. This was enough for all three of us to share and be full. All the items we ordered were delicious. I loved the salmon, as it was cooked nicely, and the flavors of the sauce went perfectly with the fish. The braised short rib was also very good, with tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat accompanied by smooth and creamy potato puree. Overall, we had a great meal! Happy Eating! read more

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ok-Same owner as Chao Restaurant with Chef Justin at the helm. Tried this place when they first opened and operated on a limited serving schedule. I will admit the food and service was a bit underwhelming. (note- we sat at the bar and their "so-called" manager sat at the bar also observing what was going on in the establishment. Pretty shabby if you ask me... Second attempt was better than the first. The food was better and this time, we grabbed a table where the service was pretty good. Still learning but good. Third attempt ok, I admit getting better with each visit. The food was better and it's made upon order; unlike other places where the food is prepared and sits in the warmer or refrigerator. I ordered a Poke bowl and the fish was FRESH. The cucumbers were tossed upon order I'm sure because it held its crunch. The crab salad was a bit too much mayo for my liking but it tasted good. Decent price for what you get. Average dish runs you a cool $25 I think they have happy hour. I failed to check on that. Reservations can be made on Open Table. Parking in the lot by the public restrooms or in marked parking stalls along the roadways. read more

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Every once in a while I get together with my uncle for lunch. This time I chose to try Thirty Eight which has taken over the space previously occupied by Nami Kaze which I really enjoyed. With a reservation for 11:30 on a Wednesday, the restaurant was half empty (or half full depending on your perspective). The food came out pretty quickly, given that we were able to order, eat, and pay in under an hour. We tried the cabbage Caesar salad. My uncle had the miso butterfish while I tried the ahi belly. My uncle thought the miso butterfish was okay. However I found the ahi belly to be super salty. The watercress was actually a salad (which isn't clear on the menu), but the dressing was super salty. It tasted like they just poured fish sauce on it. The ahi belly itself was cooked perfectly, but again too salty. It comes with a ponzu butter sauce with capers and the fish was salty with and without the sauce. I'm not a big potato salad fan but that was the saving grace to be honest.. that and the slightly mushy rice. I was this close to asking for no rice and am so glad I did not. I don't say this often, but unfortunately, I don't think I'd return. I wish them much success though and hope this was a one-off experience.. or maybe I'm just ultra sensitive to salt today. read more

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Located at Pier 38, restaurant Thirty Eight features the freshest seafood and locally sources their ingredients. In the former Nami Kaze space, the family-owned restaurant offers lunch, happy hour, dinner and a full bar. Our group stopped by for an early dinner and had a great time and received fantastic service. Our group's favorite was the Spicy Ahi Cracker appetizer and I really loved my Ahi Steak entree. The local bigeye ahi is topped with a delicious kanzuri shoyu buttah and served on top of a watercress salad with a generous serving of confit potato. Yum! My friends raved about the furikake salmon, but its the only entree that doesn't come with a starch. We had a great experience and I would definitely return. I liked the food, service, and ambience. They really did a great job servicing our large group. They are open daily from 11am to 9pm. read more

Came here for dinner to celebrate a friend's birthday. We weren't seated right away since service is a little slow but it was okay. I wasn't impressed by the decor or ambiance but the menu had some interesting items and prices seemed fair to expensive. We ordered the fried moi, black miso cod, braised short rib, hamachi crudo, seafood ceviche, shrimp toast and ended with 2 desserts - deep fried kulolo sticks with a haupia dipping sauce and an ice cream parfait with Please Come Again's Vietnamese coffee ice cream (they ran out of their in house ice cream flavors). Loved the fried moi (favorite of the night). The skin was so crispy and fish was well salted. The hamachi crudo was a close second and nicely plated. The miso black cod dish was interesting. In my opinion, the squid ink risotto did not complement the miso cod very well but they were good separately. The braised short rib was the table's least favorite dish while the shrimp toast was the most popular. But I thought both dishes were throw aways. The shrimp toast tasted like eating a shrimp ball between two pieces of fried bread. I don't really like fish cake so it wasn't impressive or creative to me. My friends loved the dipping sauce, with strong accents of lemon grass and fish sauce. The short rib was a hefty dish but nothing stood out. Meat wasn't very juicy but okay. Seafood ceviche was the worst...way more tortilla chips than the seafood which was barely there. And it tasted a little fishy so I didn't really have any. Kulolo sticks were very heavy and oily. None of us finished one full stick but we did love the haupia/coconut dipping sauce. I could eat just that! The ice cream parfait was AMAZING. We all gobbled that up and loved the Vietnamese coffee ice cream!! I think some dishes are great here and others aren't so much. Would be back for the moi and maybe some other apps and dessert! read more

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Went here because it was recommended by a local friend that has been there numerous times. We ordered the Octopus app, eggplant app, scallops, moi fish, sesame salad, and chocolate brownie Sundae. I had high hopes for this place since my friend was hyping it up, but he did say this time was probably not the best time. The appetizers we ordered, the eggplant was undercooked and still fairly raw inside, when we brought this up to one of the servers he said it's suppose to be firm.... Firm is okay not raw still. The octopus was listed as a hot dish, the red paste in the bottom came out cold as if it came out of the fridge, the plate was still cold, the octopus was slightly warm and tender, it was good but it didn't taste good with the cold sauce under it. For the dish being $24, We let the server know and sent it back because it wasn't enjoyable. Although they made us a new one, the server explained that the dish should not be hot, however it is listed on the menu as a hot selection dish. The second time it came out, the sauce was slightly warm but the octopus was now chewy like they had rewarmed it and now has that tough texture. We didn't finish it and they ended up taking it off the final bill. The moi fish was very tender and flavor was very delicious however the batter it was fried in was not light and crispy but rather soggy. The Sundae was $19, ice cream half melted and brownie was hard as if it had been made and been sitting for a bit waiting to be served. The best thing we ordered was the Scallops and the Sesame salad. Both were amazing. The scallops were cooked tenderly and had a lot of flavor with the clam chowder sauce. The salad, refreshing and crisp. The crispy chickpea croutons were the best part, 10/10. 3 stars for these two dishes , the chickpeas, and the ambience. Will consider giving this place another try for these two dishes. read more

Thirty Eight - Octopus appetizer hot dish selection - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

Food was amazing and the staff was very friendly and even took the time to give us recommendations. read more

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The fish (Hamachi Crudo, King Salmon & Moi) is some of the best we've ever had - so fresh! Liza was our server and she did a great job - let us take our time & was very professional. The ambience is a little off - where we were seated originally, we felt like we were center stage with all eyes on us - we moved and felt a little better. I like the brightness for lunch, but maybe dim the lights just slightly for dinner? Overall - the food and service win - will definitely return! read more

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This is the old Nami kaze spot. The restaurant for the most part is exactly the same inside. The menu I felt was pretty limited and pricey. There wasn't much variety. We came just before 5p and was told there was happy hour. We ordered a bunch of things off the happy hour menu to get in an order of happy hour priced things. Then we got the regular menu and realized everything on the happy hour menu except select drinks and oysters were exactly the same price. Boo! So watch out the happy hour menu is deceiving!! The food was ok not amazing. We tried the fried moi which was underwhelming. We also got the poke rice crackers which were disappointing as they came on senbei crackers that kinda made it bland. Otherwise the service was excellent- friendly, polite and helpful. The parking is easy all around the pier. read more

Thirty Eight - Happy hour menu. Watch out!! - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

We checked this spot out for happy hour and enjoyed it! Everything tasted great (poke bowl was our favorite) and service was decent. Would definitely check out this spot again for a nice meal. read more

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Only a month into its soft opening, this spot is already a must-try. While the name may be familiar, it's now under new ownership, with Chef Daysen Masuda bringing a fresh and exciting energy to the menu. We made a last-minute decision to dine here and had no trouble securing a reservation through OpenTable. Because they're still in soft opening, it wasn't too crowded--but that worked in our favor. The staff was incredibly attentive, eager to help, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. Not knowing exactly what to order, we decided to explore a variety of dishes across the menu--and we're so glad we did. We kicked things off with cocktails. My boyfriend ordered the Dock Broker, which had a profile similar to an Old Fashioned--smooth, strong, and well-balanced. I went with the Classics Never Die, which had a touch of sweetness layered with complex flavors. Both drinks were bold and memorable--we'd absolutely order them again. As for the food--every single dish was a 10/10. We started with the Cabbage Caesar, not quite knowing what to expect, and it completely blew us away. The miso Caesar dressing added a rich creaminess, perfectly complemented by the salty bite of anchovies. It was a unique twist that worked beautifully. Next came the spicy ahi crackers and Spanish octopus--both dishes delivered flavors we hadn't experienced before, in the best way possible. Each bite felt creative and thoughtfully executed, which only built our excitement for what was next. The whole fried moi was a standout: perfectly crispy on the outside, with tender, flaky fish inside. The fact that it was deboned made it even more enjoyable--no effort needed, just pure flavor. We also tried the black cod with squid ink rice, which had a creamy, risotto-like texture. The cod was cooked flawlessly--soft, buttery, and packed with flavor--while the rice added depth and richness to the dish. To finish, we shared the Vietnamese iced coffee ice cream and yuzu sorbet. Both were refreshing and well-balanced, the perfect ending to a flavorful meal. The space itself is open and inviting--ideal for gathering with friends and family. Between the exceptional food, attentive service, and welcoming atmosphere, this place truly delivers. We left impressed and already looking forward to our next visit. read more

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What an experience. Had the pleasure of dining with the chef when he had his sushi pop up and that did not disappoint so only right that this place was the same in comparison. MAGURO CABBAGE $21 local bigeye ahi, ginger scallion, ikura zuke. This was absolutely amazing. So refreshing and fresh. Definitely recommend a try 5stars* SPICY AHI CRACKER 12 local bigeye tuna, spicy aioli, avocado, tare, on a rice cracker. Came with Two pieces. Was flavorful and had great texture. 4 stars* SHRIMP TOAST 12 shokupan, makrut, chili sauce. The shrimp toast was perfectly toasted, lacked a bit of flavor but the dipping sauce was so good I could drink it. 4 stars* BLACK COD 35 misoyaki, squid ink rice, fried leeks. Cod was so soft and buttery. The squid ink rice was so creamy and flavorful. Definitely was a favorite of the night. 5 stars* FRIED WHOLE MOI 42 alii mushroom & lup chong stuffing, bok choy. The whole fish was fried to perfection. The sauce was so creamy and complemented the fish perfectly. I even took some of the fried fish and dipped it into the shrimp toast sauce... game changer. 5 stars* Service was decent. They're still in their soft opening so I think they're still working out all the kinks. Very clean and inviting atmosphere. Plenty of parking available in the lots provided behind and surrounding the restaurant. All in all a very pleasant experience with amazing food. Will definitely be back to try more options. read more

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Save this for your next date night. If you're looking for one of Honolulu's freshest new seafood experiences, Thirty Eight at Pier 38 delivers in a way that feels both elevated and effortlessly local. Local classics with a modern twist. From the moment you walk in, there's something special about the harbor-side setting. It's clean, modern, and relaxed--but still refined enough for a date night or celebrating something meaningful. You're right by the source of Hawai'i's seafood, and you can taste that intention in every dish. We started with the Spicy Ahi Cracker, and this is where things set the tone. Bright, clean flavors with just enough heat, layered over that satisfying crunch--it's the kind of bite that wakes up your palate immediately. The Maguro Cabbage was a standout in a completely different way. Fresh farm tomatoes, a touch of harissa chili crunch, and delicate slices of maguro come together in a dish that feels light but thoughtfully composed. It's refreshing, slightly bold, and beautifully balanced. Even something familiar like the Cabbage Caesar gets elevated here. The miso Caesar dressing adds a subtle umami depth, paired with fried anchovies and parmesan for texture and richness. It's creative without trying too hard--exactly what you want from a modern kitchen. For mains, the Fried Moi was comforting yet refined. Perfectly cooked fish paired with savory elements like Chinese sausage and mushrooms, all grounded by bok choy--it's a dish that feels rooted in local flavors but presented with intention. And then the Furikake King Salmon--this is the kind of plate that reminds you why fresh seafood in Hawai'i hits different. Rich, flavorful, and executed with precision. What really stands out at Thirty Eight is the balance. Nothing feels overcomplicated, but every dish shows technique, care, and respect for the ingredients. It's the kind of place where you can come hungry, try a variety of dishes, and leave already planning your next visit. Overall, Thirty Eight is a strong addition to Honolulu's dining scene--fresh, thoughtful, and quietly impressive. Definitely one to visit before it becomes everyone's go-to spot. read more

Thirty Eight - Spicy Ahi Cracker - Seafood Near Me - Urban Honolulu, Hawaii

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My best friend and I love trying new places with great food and ambiance, and this spot was IT. We split everything, and with a couple glasses of rosé, it was the perfect amount--filling without being too heavy. Spicy ahi cracker was beautifully presented and delicious-- yes, you're paying a bit more for the presentation, but we love pretty yummy food. Spanish octopus was vibrant, flavorful, and perfectly done. The standout was the black cod with squid ink rice ... I'm still thinking about it. Great vibe, great food--definitely coming back. read more

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Had a pretty good meal here the other night despite this place still being in soft opening. The menu is decent sized and the entrees are pretty much one of everything. One salmon, one ahi, one moi, one beef, etc. The kitchen did a great job getting the food out and serving tasty grinds. Prices lean a bit high for a space that feels a bit casual but the quality of food ingredients and preparation is good. This is an awful time to open a new restaurant. I hope they get the support they'll need pretty quickly when they're up to full speed. Check them out! read more

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Went back a second time for a birthday gathering with my ladies. We all ordered food and drinks. The food was good. The service was good. But we brought a cake slice for each other birthday people... we were told we would be charged $3 each for the cake. So we ate our food and went next door because they don't charge a cake fee. read more

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Stopped here for a quick bite after a trip to the Swap Meet as it got decent reviews. Had the fish tacos, which was Stripped Bass today. Very tasty. The chips were really good and the salsa verde was perfect. A side of potato salad finished things off. There was a lot goin' on with the potato salad, but it worked and was among the top 5 I've had. Thanks to Jade, our server, for a good experience. read more