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    Totoya

    4.6 (304 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    negitoro
    jessica l.

    I came around 12pm on a Wednesday and there were many open seats, though the restaurant is pretty small. There is only one guy making the bowls, so service is a tad slow. The tuna in the negitoro was fresh, but the portion sizes felt smaller than I thought they'd be. My boyfriend got the nagomi and the salmon, scallop, and shrimp it came with (in addition to the negitoro) weren't that fresh. I'm glad I got to try it, but I wouldn't wait over 30 minutes for this place.

    Christy M.

    Totoya was one of the highlights of my Hawaii trip. The fish is so fresh and they gave lots of it. Prices were also reasonable, especially coming from someone who lives in NYC. It's a smaller restaurant so try to put your name down early, but service is at least efficient so you're not waiting forever.

    Rachel L.

    I came here with a party of five right at 11 AM on a weekday and no wait. I got the Tokujo and my husband got the Fukuju. We parked in a lot across the street. I devoured my entire bowl- rice and all. I got the shoyu egg sauce and the miso soup it comes with is incredible. My mother in law was with us and said the price was not bad for how much fish but not the same as Japan where she tried. For me, it was fantastic- fresh and flavorful. They care about quality of service and dining experience. I definitely want to come back here to get the Tokujo bowl again!

    tokujo bowl with extra ikura (ikura shower)
    Samantha L.

    The negitoro bowls are amazing. The fish tastes fresh and even the miso soup is really good. You can tell they take pride in their bowls. I upgraded to the daily special salmon miso and it was 100 % worth it. They did not skimp. There were big chunks of salmon throughout. I like to add the egg yolk with shoyu because it melts into the bowl and gives everything this rich, creamy vibe. I'm also an ikura girl forever, so I added extra and no regrets. The pop and saltiness in each bite make it soo good. Service is super fast once you order, which I appreciate. The only downside is you have to wait outside in line and they do not take reservations, so peak hours can test your patience. But honestly... I still keep coming back. Fresh fish therapy is real.

    Negitoro with added snow crab on top
    Doreen T.

    I'm seriously drooling again just writing this review. Another amazing find thanks to Feed Mei Mei on YouTube! Dining at Totoya truly makes you feel like you've been transported back to Japan. We came for an early lunch and were lucky to grab the last couple of seats. They only have about 12-14 spots total, so it fills up quickly. I ordered the Nagomi bowl, which came with salmon, scallop, uni, shrimp, tuna, negitoro, and roe. My husband got the negitoro bowl and added snow crab. We both upgraded to the salmon miso soup, and it was so comforting and flavorful, definitely worth it. Each bowl comes with a couple pieces of nori, but you can request more for a small additional charge. And trust me, two pieces are not enough!. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and delicious. I only wish we had more time in Oahu to come back again, but we'll absolutely be returning on our next trip.

    Deliciousness
    Marilyn B.

    Go early to find parking and be prepared to wait in line. This place is small but worth the wait! The food is amazing!! Just go and try it for yourself! Oishi!!

    Matsu bowl (negitoro topped with ikura and uni)
    Casey H.

    If you really enjoy negitoro or kaisen don bowls then you'll be very satisfied with Totoya. Every time I go, I'm transported back to a restaurant in Japan. From the greeting at the door to the layout of the booth you sit at. The service is also on par with a Japanese restaurant -- fast and attentive. I have gone multiple times and every time the quality of the seafood used in the bowls are always top notch. While the portions may not look like a lot at first, you will definitely feel full after. I highly recommend getting the shoyu egg and extra nori to accompany your negitoro bowl. As far as the miso soup, you might want to consider getting the upgraded crab or shrimp miso soup.

    Stephanie D.

    I've been wanting to try this place for the longest time after seeing it all over social media. I've been on a mission to find something close to my favorite spot in Japan, Tsujihan, and this is by far the closest I've found. The bowl was everything I was hoping for, but more since I was able to pay more for different upgrades such as more Ikura, egg yolk shoyu and shrimp head miso soup. The seafood was high quality. It satisfied my Tsujihan craving without having to fly to Japan. We came on a Wednesday night for dinner with a party of four and had no wait at all. Service was friendly. Out of all the places I've tried searching for something similar, this one comes the closest. I will definitely be back!

    Alex L.

    One bite and I was instantly transported back to Japan. Everything from the quality of the fish to the house made shoyu, down to the perfect temperature of all the ingredients. Totoya blew my expectations out of the water. This was my single favorite bite in all of my hawaii trip. Phenomenal! Loved this place service was great server and chefs were so sweet, good vibes too. Lots of happy eaters.

    Crystal C.

    Totoya was hands down the best meal I had during my Hawaii trip. The fish was unbelievably fresh, and every bite tasted clean and high quality. I ordered the bowl that comes with pretty much everything, and it was loaded with a great variety of seafood that really showed off how good the ingredients are. The bowl came with miso soup, and I upgraded mine to the shrimp head version. That was a highlight. The broth had such a clean, rich seafood flavor without being heavy or fishy. I got there a few minutes before they opened and there was already a small line forming, so I'd highly recommend showing up early. It's definitely worth the wait.

    Ariel M.

    Though the restaurant is very small (no regular seating, just counter seating), the ambiance was nice and very clean with an authentic Japanese-small-stall-Izakaya feel. The staff were friendly and attentive. Portions were reasonable for the price, but pictures on the menu didn't quite reflect the actual dish ordered. Overall, I enjoyed and preferred the negitoro bowl with uni. However, whichever bowl you decide to enjoy, adding the shoyu egg yolk on top is highly recommended to really get that awesome umami taste out of the dish! Tips: -As the line may get long and the wait a bit lengthy during prime meal times, it's recommended to arrive at least 15mins before they open. -Assess the line length before parking as the most accessible parking is metered or hourly-parking lots. -This is a spot that is great for smaller parties and couples dining. However, bigger parties (5+ people) may experience a longer wait due to space and seating availability.

    Clam miso soup
    Amy L.

    There was no wait since it was raining the day I went. It's a small shop with bar seating. I ordered the original negitoro bowl which is tuna and tobiko, soy sauce egg yolk and the clam miso soup. Total came out to be around $25. The soy sauce egg elevates the dish so I highly recommend getting it. The tuna tastes fresh and rice wasn't too vinegary. The clam miso soup was bit too salty but refreshing to have after eating rice.

    Hailey W.

    After it being on my bucket list for so long, I'm so happy that I was finally able to try Totoya! It was definitely a day off of work well-spent, because between it being a random Monday afternoon and them recently opening their Ala Moana location, there was no crowd at all, so we were seated immediately. As someone who's a bit picky about seafood, I ordered their most basic negitoro bowl, the Ume, and was absolutely blown away by how fresh and delicious everything was! The negitoro was a perfectly balanced blend of flavors and textures that turned this meal into a whole experience. They also conveniently provide a list of different ways you can eat each bowl with nori and various condiments, and you truly can't go wrong with any of their recommendations. The service was great as well--everyone greeted us enthusiastically and was very attentive! And maybe it's because it wasn't crowded, but we got our food really quickly after ordering! Overall, this was such a great experience, and I'm already looking forward to coming back!

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    Ask the Community - Totoya

    Do they take reservations?

    I called and got a reservation.

    Do they have a bathroom?

    Yes, they have a restroom

    Any kids meals or cooked foods (not raw) on the menu?

    No kids meals yet.. I think everything is raw aside from their house salad. House salad is addicting!

    Do they take Reservations?

    No reservations.

    Where do you park if street parking is full?

    Nearby parking lots

    Do they allow modifications for shellfish allergies?

    What are your opening das and hours?

    They are open 11:00 to 9:00 daily but have a break time from 3:00 to 5:00

    Does the restaurant offer takeout?

    No.

    Do you take reservations?

    No, as of December 2024 they do not take reservations.

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