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Yohei Sushi KAHALA

3.8 (70 reviews)
Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Octopus wasabi
Sarah S.

Omg I just wrote this review and wanted to go again today only to discover that they have discontinued their happy hour! Boo! Scared to enter this high end sushi restaurant due to the exorbitant omakase prices? Well don't be! They won't give you the Pretty Woman treatment and from the hours of 1:30-5:00 (last call 4;30) it is quite affordable. So happy to finally try the Happy Hour here with a friend I haven't seen in ages. It was perfect since the restaurant was pretty empty the day we went, which gave us leisurely time to talk. The decor is simple and elegant in an understated Japanese way. We were therefore puzzled by the paper towels we got instead of napkins. I'm hoping it's because they ran out and not because they downgraded for happy hour. The happy hour menu (the only menu offered during those hours) is limited but it was just right for us. We started with lemon sours ($6) which came in heavy generous sized hammered "glasses" with fresh lemons. Refreshing and not watered down! The menu mainly consists of 2 choices of ramen, 3 choices of mini don (rice bowls), toppings, and a scattering of otsumami (side dishes), good to nibble on when drinking. The drink menu had a little of everything. We each got a yuzu shio ramen which was " muah!" with its perfectly al dente noodles, light but umami broth (that did not seem to have msg), garnished with a soft yolked ajitsuke tamago, chicken charsiu, menma (bamboo shoots), nori, and leeks for a balanced combination of tastes and textures! We shared a mentaiko don since we both love the salty fishy egg sacs! I also got the tako wasa which was fresh and cleared the sinuses. My friend got the tamagoyaki. We left with full and happy bellies! I want to bring my aunty here next since happy hour is when seniors eat dinner. 4.5 stars rounded rounded down to 4 because our server came to ask us for last call one minute before happy hour ended. Otherwise great prices for great food , drinks, and ambiance!

Japanese Steamed Egg Custard w/Abalone and Seaweed Sauce (daily special)
Daniel C.

I've been to Yohei many times over the years so when I heard they were opening up in Kahala, I was excited. It's much closer to home and parking in the private lot is much better than their original location. Yohei Sushi Kahala is an upscale restaurant from the original location as a heads up. A nice upgrade that is well deserved for the owners. Menu has changed a bit since they opened. The best part of the menu is there's photos of the menu items to help you decide. Customer service is attentive and what you would expect at a Japanese restaurant. The fish is fresh and the sake washes sushi down. Their daily or monthly specials are not to be overlooked. We do wish there were more cooked items for Mink to order but overall a good addition to the Kahala area.

Jordan T.

Determined to make a memorable first actual omakase experience for my parents, I did some heavy research and landed on Yohei Sushi - Kahala. Service - Immaculate. Our waitress was very kind and hospitable. She explained each part of the omakase thoroughly and ensured we were taken care of throughout our experience. 5/5 Food - Each course was a delight to consume. The kazunoko was a light, refreshing start, and the ankimo was a pleasant surprise. I doubt I'd tried that at many other places for obvious reasons. The cod milt chawanmushi was... interesting? Not bad by any means. The salad was light and fresh. The tempura was excellent; no greasiness whatsoever. The nigiri selection was very impressive. By far, some of the best fish I've had outside of Japan. It stands up to Takenoko (Hilo) and Sushi Jin (Mountain View, CA), and I thought the pieces were generous. Note: I opted for the extra 3 pieces (10 instead of 7) for $20 more, and it was 100% worth it. The red miso soup and yuzu sorbet were a great way to end a memorable omakase experience! 5/5 Value - At $120 per person, this omakase is definitely worth a try. You get 6 unique courses, including phenomenal sushi courses, for a total of 7 courses! I'd definitely come back and am considering trying their 16-course omakase! 5/5 Overall, from the quiet, calm ambience to excellent service to fantastic food, Yohei Sushi - Kahala is a fine choice for those looking for a "classier" dinner option. This place has definitely landed in my top 10 places to eat in Hawaii, and I'll definitely be returning in the future! 5/5

B1 zen
Tin Lung C.

We visited Yohei Sushi in Kahala area. I believe this is a branch from Yohei in Dillingham side. This restaurant is located across the Kahala mall, they have plenty of parking. It was lunch time on a Sunday, the place was not crowded at all. When we enter the restaurant, immediately I can sense this is a high-quality Japanese restaurant, the interior design is nice and elegant, the staffs are nice with great smile. We were offered the lunch special menu and there are a lot of choices for set lunch. (We did not know we could also order from the regular menu because the staff did not hand us the regular menu). This place is more expensive than most regular Japanese restaurant. However, you get what you paid for. The set lunch we ordered included pickles, noodles, potato salad, miso soup, chawanmushi, etc. I ordered the B1 Nigiri zen, 10 pieces of sushi for $68, my wife ordered the B4 Nigiri and tempura zen for $58. Everything was nice and fresh, the bowls, the plates, every item was nice and high quality. At the end of the dinner, they do not serve ice cream, instead, they serve either coffee or tea, which is very unusual. However, my wife said the coffee was good! Not just a simple house coffee. Another subject I want to talk about is their toilet. YES, toilet, they have in my opinion the best, clean, well-designed toilet I have been to any Japanese restaurant. Toto fully automatic toilet. They also provided mouth wash, cups, Q-tips, etc. They also have private room that is very nice. Overall, we had a very pleasant lunch experience, $150 for a lunch is not we usually spend but I can see myself coming back to try other items in the future.

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Ami C.

We are back here again. The food is delicious. Hubby got the nigiri & tempura zen. I got the salmon teriyaki. Both were delicious. Service is excellent. Comfortable seats with pillows. We will definitely be back here.

Unagi roll, tempura, scallop nigiri, medium fatty belly nigiri.
Risa L.

Came here for the ala carte sushi/izakaya offerings. The food, service, and atmosphere were splendid! The ikura, scallop, and medium fatty belly nigiri were melt in your mouth divine (insert happy dance). The fish to rice ratio and 1 bite to mouth ratio was perfect. The nigiri were well formed with just a hint of wasabi and held up well to a light dunking in soy sauce. The karaage chicken was delicately battered and moist/juicy inside. Tempura was similar in fry and not very oily. The unagi roll was also tasty, but less so as compared to the outstanding simple but well executed flavors of the other dishes. The main dining area is in a separate section from the omakase dining experience. The main dining area is cozy but very peaceful and somewhat majestic. There's also a Toto bidet in the wash room! Lots of parking at Kuono Marketplace, but does get crowded around dinner rush. Prices were reasonable for the quality and experience all around.

Nat N.

This location is a different concept from its original location in Kalihi. It's more upscale and more formal. The prices are also higher but justified by the high level of service and quality of the food. I really liked how the Keiki menu has combos or you can order à la carte. We enjoyed the nigiri sushi, tempura, and salmon roll. Our first drink was complementary because we were celebrating our anniversary. This is a great place to celebrate a special occasion.

Complimentary champagne to celebrate two birthdays and a 25th reunion
Tracy K.

At Yohei Sushi Kahala, you will enjoy the food with your eyes just as much as your mouth. This restaurant promises a treat for both. I gravitate to the shops at Kahala MKT scene for two huge "townie" advantages: ample parking and a convenient location right off the H1 freeway (both west and east bound). The decor is modern zen. At lunch hour, tranquil music and earth accent pillows contribute to the peaceful ambience. At dinner time, the restaurant transforms into a bustling but fluid operation. Service is exceptional at both times. Patrons are a shake-up of locals and Japanese nationals. Any omakase should be reserved at least 3 days in advance. Otherwise, their lunch sets and a la carte dinner items are equally satisfying. I was fortunate enough to experience both lunch and dinner service one day apart with two different groups of friends. No matter what you choose, the sushi will not disappoint. The service, quality, and food presentation reflect the price point. Expect to spend at least $100 per person including tip. The Tracy List: -Seared Salmon Roll with ikura, caviar and spicy mayo -Kona Kampachi Carpaccio appetizer with jalapeño ponzu -Miso marinated kurobuta pork chop with Hawaiian honey -Soufflé cheesecake with mixed berry sauce (if you like matcha, treat yourself to the matcha brownie with azuki ice cream)

Spleen T.

Amazing service and top quality omakase quality, felt like being back in Japan. Very intimate feeling eating at the sushi bar. Highly recommend!

Trinity M.

We had an amazing omakase experience at Yohei Kahala. Beautiful ambiance and atmosphere, the omakase bar is off from the main dining area so it was nice and private. The waitresses did a great job at explaining each dish the chef prepared and were quick to refill our drinks, give us warm hand towels, and switch our silverware for certain dishes. They even walked me to the restroom and waited for me until I was done, and escorted me back to the omakase bar. Exceptional service. It was a beautiful evening and the dishes were intentional and delicious. We even got to take home our chopsticks in a nice box as a souvenir for the dinner.

Craig T.

Finally got to check out Yohei Sushi Kahala location . I had a $50 gift card so decided to use it for lunch . This is a high end very elegant sushi restaurant prices little on the high side . They also have a sushi bar but I decided to sit in the Ala carte restaurant area . Yohei sushi has another location in Kalihi along the canal on Kokea St. I ordered their creamy crab spring roll that was very good . Along with couple pieces of nigiri which is sold per piece. Also I had the miso pork chops as an entree which was also good .also my expensive rice $5 a bowl lol Service was excellent and very efficient. Support local

Jordan O.

The best value omakase I've ever been to!! It was incredible. Course after course of high quality sushi and bites. I was astounded by the amount of food and amazing taste of everything. Amazing service and variety of dishes. Mahalo for the best date night ever. Can't wait to return.

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This not like the kalihi location. This is upscale fine dining. We had to cancel our lunch plans and go to Genki.

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Only Omakase menu will be available?

Thank you for your inquiry. we currently provide four omakase courses at our sushi counter and private rooms, along with one exclusive omakase course in the dining hall. We are planning to introduce lunch service and à la carte in the near future,… Read more

When is your regular menu coming out ? Thank you.

Thank you for your message. we currently provide four omakase course menus at the sushi counter and in private rooms, as well as a $120 omakase course in the dining hall. We plan to introduce à la carte dishes in the future. We will contact you as… Read more

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3.5 mi
$$

They moved across the street 3 weeks ago. Free Parking is underneath so covered. The dim sum was…read moredelicious as expected! The service is amazing! They didn't rush us like most restaurants with their 90 minutes time limit. They brought out the food quickly and efficiently. Refilled our water and tea without us asking. Very accommodating when we had special requests. Some of my favorites are the green beans, egg tarts, onion pancakes, and beef chow fun. Highly recommended especially for delicious, authentic Chinese Food!

KSR moved fr its long time location on Kapiolani to Amanu. It was time to hit up this old skool…read morespot for dim sum. We ordered pork hash, manapua, har gow, spring rolls, pickled cucumbers ($12.95) and a platter of char siu & duck. The dim sum was about $8/each, which I thought was very reasonable. My buddy really likes siao mai, and he said KSR has the best ones out of the places I have brought him to in HNL. On the other hand, the manapua was just okay: The ratio of meat to bao was low. I took char siu fr the platter and added it to the bao. We might have been better off skipping the baos and ordering a rice or noodle plate. The har gow and spring rolls were pretty good. The rolls arrived piping hot, and the har gow had a nice texture in the wrapper. Fourthly, the cucumber was fresh & crunchy, and had lots of garlic. I ate some with the char siu to cut thru the fat. Lastly, the char siu & duck platter was very good. They do a good job of putting some char on the bbq pork. The duck was tasty, but there were a couple of bony pieces. Regarding the ambiance, its big in here. Although they don't use carts, the aisles are wide. The servers were friendly & warm. I would def return for dim sum, but I also want to come for dinner. The food is very good, and the prices are reasonable.

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Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant - Dining room

Dining room

Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant - Deep fry shrimp

Deep fry shrimp

Kapiolani Seafood Restaurant - Seafood bean curd roll

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Seafood bean curd roll

Kickin Kajun - 6 pounder - upgrade to King Crab

Kickin Kajun

3.9(873 reviews)
3.7 mi
$$

Always love this place, don't know why their ratings are so low. My babe got me a renter and did…read moreall the leg work. To treat her, I took her to this spot since she saw it on tv in the morning and was craving for seafood boil. We got the 6 lb for the 2 of us, it's hella worth it. The seafood was really fresh, and the mix sauce in spicy was perfect. So good. We probably finished about 1/2 and my partner was about to face plant into the food. So we took the rest home. The service was amazing, the servers offered to open up the crab and lobster and they are pros. Didn't waste any parts and made it easier for us to enjoy. The ambience was loud but chill. We got a local lady sitting next to us and she naturally was loud. No complaints Caz we too busy mopping the seafood.

We are on a mission.... To try some new spots our daughter loves. She just graduated from HPU this…read moreweek getting her Bachelor's in Psychology. And she wants to make sure we try all the spots she has eaten at the last three years Well, I have to say, the chef did his thing in that kitchen. As a chef myself I take my hat off to you sir! Job well down! Not many can handle the "Kajun" flavors. This was a good spot for the first stop this week! All I can say is there shrimp, mussels, catfish, crabs, rice etc,.etc. etc. it was all good! We will be back if she decides to stay for her Masters program. Ooooh one last thing! The fried Oreos were on beast mode! one order had four and ice cream with whipped cream! BOOM if you're on a diet don't even think about it! Certainly on point! Pray, Eat and Love because life is way too short! M&M

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Kickin Kajun - Inside dining room

Inside dining room

Kickin Kajun - Eating Tools

Eating Tools

Kickin Kajun - Fried calamari | fried mozzarella cheese Sticks | fried onion rings | garlic fries

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Fried calamari | fried mozzarella cheese Sticks | fried onion rings | garlic fries

Yohei Sushi KAHALA - sushi - Updated May 2026

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