We went in the with no reservations but they were able to sit us down for a bit to grab some drinks…read moreand a few appetizers. This place took me back to Japan! The employees were awesome and attentive and had good recommendations. I got a calpico grapefruit soda with alcohol. It was delicious, but pretty sweet. Definitely worth a try if you like sweet drinks. My favorite was the calpico shikuwasa soda with Soju! It was so delicious. It was sour and sweet in the perfect way. Tasted like a creamy sour lemonade. I would come back just for this drink! I also really enjoyed their rolls and sushi. I got a few rolls and hand roll and they were all delicious and fresh. I cannot wait to return again!

Overall delicious and good quality…read more I felt the tempura a little bit oily. Hamachi was fresh . The dressing for the salad a bit salty. Service was really good though.

Wanted to grab a bite late at night (11:30pm) and this spot was on our radar so we decided to check…read moreit out. They have shared parking lot with the surrounding establishments which was fairly open since it was so late (I think they were the only one open by that time). We were able to get seated fairly quickly (bar seating style, not individual tables, although they have a few of those as well). This spot is decently small but they seem to fit everyone in fairly efficiently. Upon seating we were given menus and waters after. The waiters are decently attentive since we were seated right by their kitchen/back of house opening. We got: * Chicken Karaage: 10/10, I would heavily recommend this. The chicken was juicy and lightly crispy. What MADE this dish was actually the egg sauce on top. It acts as the aioli but clearly much more homemade and heathier, with egg white pieces and the sauce made of egg yolk etc. We ordered this twice bc it smacked. * Taco Rice: 7/10, okay so... I'm not even going to lie when I say that I was a bit tipsy already when I agreed on ordering this. I THOUGHT this was a TAKO (octopus) rice. NOT a TACO (Mexican) rice. It tasted like I was eating taco bell, which wasn't bad per se but just felt weird being in an izakaya. * Beef Tongue: 9/10. I would recommend this as well. The beef tongue was tender and flavorful. They didn't go overboard with the sauce on top to let the meat shine through. * Seared Aburi: 8/10. The person I was with order it. It was good, no strong feelings about it. It was cool to watch them sear it though. It was on the fishy-er side tho, compared to other forms of sashimi (likely due to the skin still present). * Hot Sake: I would recommend this if you don't enjoy drinking. While its hot/warm, it helps it go down a lot more! Honestly I enjoyed the fried chicken so much I would actually come back just to eat that and maybe try some of their other dishes. Plus the izakaya experience definitely felt really authentic as it was bustling when we visited.

I've been a fan of this place for a while, so it genuinely hurts to write this. The food itself?…read moreHighlights for sure -- the tacorice in the stone bowl was excellent, the hamachi with eggplant was a standout, and the rafute, while a bit dry, still had its moments. The kitchen is clearly talented. But everything else? A real disappointment. The server was cold and unfriendly the entire visit. The larger tables of four around us were getting great, attentive service -- smiles, check-ins, the works. But when she dropped food at our table? Not even a word. It felt pretty obvious that since the bigger tables had an automatic 20% tip guaranteed, our table just wasn't worth the effort to her. And that's exactly the problem with sneaking an auto-gratuity in fine print at the bottom of the menu -- it creates exactly this kind of situation. If the service had been genuinely good, I would have happily tipped 20% on my own. But to have it quietly tacked on after being largely ignored? That feels sneaky and disrespectful. This place used to be a go-to for me. Today really dropped the ball. Be upfront about the tip policy and treat every table like it matters -- because to the customer, it always does.

The food is wonderfully authentic and the service is superb!! Bathroom is nice and clean. Parking…read morein back or if lucky right in front of restaurant.

It was an amazing evening spent at this place. We return annually to the islands and make it a…read morepoint to enjoy the cuisine at this comfy restaurant. The fish was fresh colorful and presentation didn't disappoint our evening. We were there when they opened adding a personal touch to our evening before the dinner crowd arrived. The sushi chef and his sous chefs worked together to get the food to their guests quickly. We were sitting at the sushi bar --- the dedication and smooth operation seemed fine to me. It was quiet loud when they welcomed guests which wasn't easy to handle but I understood why they were doing that. Loved the presentation of our choices which we took pics of. Thank you for a fun evening. We'll be back next year.

If you're looking for some delicious Japanese pub food and beer, Aburiya is what you want and what…read moreYOU NEED. Service was excellent, food was excellent and the staff was so fun and eager to hangout with tables :) Ambiance did remind me of Japan, just with American sized portions XD

I just want to add that every time I come here the service is great. I took my good friend from…read morethe mainland here for dinner - it was his first time in Hawaii and he was so impressed with the food - but more than that I was so grateful how well they took care of us. This Izakaya is so chill and it definitely feels more like a homey vibe - definitely something you'd see in Japan. My homie enjoyed the beef flank, jellyfish, and the unagi kamameshi. All wins on his end and he also enjoyed the matcha next door. :) definitely a must-visit spot when you're on the island. If my LA friends loved it then your outer-island friends will love it too.

Halfway between an izakaya and a sushi bar, Uosan is all about well-executed dishes that straddle…read morethe traditional and the modern. We sat at the sushi bar, where the friendly chef recommended a delicious variety of sushi and cooked dishes. It was one of the few places where I can say everything was good, but some of the unexpected hits included: - Tamago: the bellwether of any good sushi restaurant, the tamago was well-seasoned and fluffy - Uni butter rice, where a creamy fresh egg, uni, and butter turned a Japanese traditional TKG into a decadent, risotto-like combo - Simmered foie gras and daikon: a lighter take on a decadent ingredient that's the perfect finisher to a tasty meal

This is one of my favorite spots in Honolulu, and I often bring my closest friends here when they…read morevisit. I've spent many great evenings here with friends from Los Angeles, Vancouver, Shanghai, and London. The food is outstanding--from the flavor to the presentation and freshness. The service is always efficient, attentive, and polite. I highly recommend making a reservation: at least one day in advance for weekdays and about three days ahead for weekends, as it tends to stay busy most of the time.

If you haven't been to Izakaya Hideyoshi yet, do yourself a favor and check out this hidden gem…read morelocated inside of Osoyami Bar and Grill in town. Chef Hideyoshi is the former head sushi chef from Izakaya Torae Torae, and his food is delicious. Made fresh to order, the spicy tuna don is an incredibly flavorful family favorite. We also love the hamachi carpaccio with a wonderful balance of flavors. It's so ono we snagged two pieces before remembering to take a picture. He's added some great hand rolls to the menu, the Hideyoshi and Negitoro Ikura. For now his Happy Hour specials are all night Tues, Wed, Thurs, and Sunday 6pm-midnight and Fri/Sat 10pm-12am. Come soon to catch these great deals, you won't regret it! We love that you can order off the bar menu too, which has awesome burgers, pupus, and other bar grub at great prices. Our kids love the free, old-school arcade games. The drinks are solid, unique, and reasonably priced with $3 drafts and well drinks for happy hour. Chef Hideyoshi believes in only using the highest quality ingredients. If you appreciate supporting our local food scene, please take the time to check out Izakaya Hideyoshi.

6/28/25 Izakaya Hideyoshi shares the same space with Osoyami Bar…read moreSo there's 2 Kitchens which equals 2 checks equaling 2 payments... equating to 1 less star Beers from Osoyami Cold n at a good price! Also Skinny Fries made to order came out simply Hot n Crispy! Hideyoshi's "Winner" Hamachi Kama deep fried moist n fatty w limited servings If you like to munch of Crispy Fish Fins... Ummm! Plus Great Friendly Service

It was so sad this business is closing down by Oct 31st. With rising food costs, inflation and…read morestaffing, it's understandable but I wish best endeavors for Chef Jason Peel and his staff. My fiance won a gift card actually 2 of them (from his coworker whom could not get a reservation secured), we knew we had to make the trip over before they officially close. We had multiple dishes, but staff made Kauai prawns and tomato miso black cod dishes on the house since they ran out the Hokkaido scallops. We ordered the short ribs, lobster appetizer, hamachi crudo and lastly sashimi moriawase to finish food palate. Lukki lemon dessert was great way to end to night. Ordered the Milk tea bouquet cocktail while my better half had water ( either way the food coma knock him out cold the rest of the night lol). To be honest, it was difficult to determine which dish was the best because the staff kept quality there despite it being busy every night since they announce the closure. Sashimi moriawase, fish was so fresh, reminded me of my time spent in Hokkaido and Sapporo. Short ribs was soft and rich in flavor. Both me and my fiance liked the lukki lemon dessert, like lemon meringue pie but broken down version. If you have a chance to dine here before closing and got a reservation, definitely will have a lovely dining experience and your stomach will be full by end of the night.

Husband and I tried Nami Kaze in our recent trip to Hawaii. This place is huge! I was so glad to be…read moreseated in the side room because I found it to be a lot calmer, less people and no TV. The staff were friendly and very helpful with giving us recommendations. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 entrees, and honestly it was too much food for us. We had leftovers for breakfast the next day! - For appetizers we got: Ulu Tots, Japanese Eggplant, and Corn Beignets. The Corn Beignets was the best. - For entree we got: Tomato Miso Black Cod and the Short Rib. Both were delicious and worth a try. Sad to see that this restaurant appears to be closing.

I found 855 Aloha online and decided to give it a shot since it's right in the heart of Waikīkī…read more The vibe looked amazing and the reviews were solid but wow, this place exceeded every expectation. I lived on Oʻahu and have eaten at just about every restaurant more than once, and hands down this might be my new favorite. Everything, and I mean everything, was incredible. The ambience, the service, and the food were all flawless. A special shoutout to China, our server, who was absolutely incredible and made the experience even better. If I could give this place 100 stars out of 5, I would. I'm already going back tomorrow to celebrate my sister's birthday. That should tell you everything.

For our last meal in Hawaii, we chose 855 Aloha. I made a late dinner reservation for two and were…read moreseated right away. This cozy and beautiful restaurant is located inside the Romer House. They offer valet parking. We ordered the following: Pescador (sushi) $24 Miso caesar $14 Surf'n Turf $38 + shrimp $9 Pineapple upside down mochi cake $14 My son and I shared most of the items. Everything was fresh and delicious! I can't recommend the food enough. Portions are tapas style and a bit pricey, like most places in Honolulu, I guess.

Located off of King Street, parking either on King street or there is a lot that you can park in as…read morewell. Make sure you read the parking signs though as they do tow in the this lot pretty quickly! Highly recommend making reservations ahead of time as this place gets quite busy and it's not a big restaurant. You might have a chance with two people at the bar as walk ins but other than that, make a reservation! We have our bottle of Iichiko that we get to leave for 3 months at a time. It's a good way to remind us to come back and eat! Honestly everything here is a must try. We love all the food here. Reminds us so much of Japan, that it's addicting. Very good location and cute spot. Service is great and the staff are attentive!

We made reservations earlier in the day, which it's a small restaurant so it's good to do so if you…read morewant a guaranteed table. We right away ordered a few skewers and they came out fast! The employees were attentive and kind. I enjoyed my yakisoba and chicken skewers! The karagee was also very good. I would return again if craving some skewers, and they have a lot of delicious drinks as well.

Best service, even when we showed up right before last call. Thank you!…read more Most places don't look too happy when you walk in right before last call. We are always looking for a quick night cap after UH games and Bozu has both good drinks and quality sushi and sashimi.

Still the one. Food…read more- Best sashimi anywhere. Had the Hamachi bowl. Hawaii remains the best place for Hamachi. Wife had Salmon bowl with ikura. Plus some other items. Still reasonably priced. service - outstanding. Friendly and efficient ambience - Izakaya. All good.