The food is amazing along with the environment is super clean and chill, the staffs here are really nice. They will help you along if you are stuck or first time here, food almost comes up the second you ordered read more

I had a craving for Soba Noodles and searched for a spot suitable for a single diner... up popped Zigu! Walking into the restaurant, it had a certain sense of coziness to it. I elected to sit at the bar where I was attended to by Candace (sp?). She was very friendly and personable. She started me off with a glass of water and a nice glass of Sake (which I ordered). I selected the Chilled Soba with Tempura. As I checked emails waiting for my dish, I felt this sense of calm due to the setting. It really is a beautiful, homey kind of space. The noodles arrived and the dish was fantastic! Perfectly cooked and presented, I dug into the dish. I'd probably rate it in my personal Top 3 soba's outside of Japan. If you're in the Waikiki area and want a traditional/non-traditional Japanese spot. Zigu is the place! read more

Zigu - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Zigu was fantastic! Went for happy hour--the items on the HH menu are generally $2-3 less than regular price, so you save more on the cheaper items. Everything was delicious. - spicy edamame: good balance of spicy and sweet, had a nice kick - cucumber salad: nothing special, but refreshing and tasty. Generous portion - spicy chilled soba was fun--it was not spicy to me, but I liked the taste. It has multiple components to mud together: nicely seasoned ground pork, tempura, fried garlic, seaweed, and topped with raw egg yolk - mochiko fried chicken--big pieces of dark meat (my preference), hot and crispy, dipping sauce was smoky and I liked the pickled radish in it - kampachi nigiri--on the specials board, $10/2 pieces. Delicious with good amount of fish, from the kampachi farm in Kona Service was attentive and informative. The waiter even has a light to help you take better photos, it makes a big difference! The covered patio was very comfortable and a nice place for a chill, delicious dinner. read more

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Food was delicious and came out super fast! We ordered the soba noodles, fried ahi, eggplant, and toro nigiri. All the meat was super high quality and tender. It is izakaya style so on the more expensive style but portions were great and the food quality and presentation makes it worth it! Our server David was almost amazing (give him a raise :P) read more

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We came here for our wedding anniversary dinner and went during happy hour. They make the food so fast! We got the edamame, pickled onion, mochiko chicken with smoked mayo, spicy salmon roll, blue fin tuna trio & A5 Wagyu & uni roll. We didn't read the menu and the spicy salmon roll had Mac nuts and cilantro which I did not care for. Also for the rolls they are on top of the roll not inside. But everything was delicious. And our server David was top tier! He showed us pictures of the specials which my husband is a big picture person so he loved that and David even had a light and offered to take our picture. David went above and beyond and even gave us hot tea at the end of the meal. His service is top notch! My only negative comment is the hostess. When we walked up she was on her phone and didn't even say hi or welcome. And then she asked if we wanted to sit at the bar and I asked if you had to sit at the bar to do happy hour and she said no, so I asked for a table and she tells us oh ok one moment. And then when we left she didn't say bye or have a good night, but a different server did. Then I forgot to get validation and I said sorry I forgot to ask for validation and she goes "I'm sorry?" And so I asked her again if I could get validation. Maybe you shouldn't be a hostess if you're gonna be so rude. read more

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Unfortunately I did not enjoy the food here! We came in for happy hour and I was very disappointed. Sadly the roll was fishy, the chicken was bland, the cucumber salad really had no taste to it, fries were under seasoned, and drinks were just okay. The best thing here are the pickled onions I ate them all! I was sad because this place really looked like it was going to be a hit! I would definitely skip this and go somewhere else, sad to have wasted one of our nights staying in Hawaii on a sad underwhelming meal. read more

Zigu - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Zigu is a great spot for an early dinner. They open at 4pm and you can get a table right away if you're doing a walk in. Their food is mainly Japanese but they use local (Hawaii) ingredients when can. The portions are a reasonable size but it's meant for sharing with the table. My favorites are the ginger pork and the ahi poke. The watercress salad is a popular item and I've had it a few times but I'm not a fan of raw watercress and I prefer it in soup. The prices are high but the quality and the taste of their food is very good. The service from the staff is excellent and Candice, our waitress, checked on us often to make sure we were okay throughout the night. If you take pics of your food, the waiters all have a light so they'll shine it and you'll get amazing food pics. They are located in Waikiki, on Kuhio Ave and Seaside Ave. If you park at the Hyatt Centric (hotel), it's a short walk across the street. If you have a large group of 4 or more, I recommend making a reservation in advance on the opentable app; same day if fine. The restaurant gets busy between 6pm - 8pm. I had the patio seating which was spacious and there was a breeze. read more

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It's not often these days that you get a great restaurant experience with all the elements working in place. Zigu succeeds with amazing food, great service, and a cool vibe in its semi outdoor atmosphere with foliage under a tent. The place is extensive with a bar, indoor and lots of outdoor tables that can seat big and small groups . It was hopping on a Sunday night. Like its menu, the decor and feel of Zigu is rooted in traditional Japanese Izakaya but with a contemporary flair. Food and drinks are creative without overdoing it to create amazing flavors and textures. My favorites of the evening are marked with a *. *Aka Collins : shochu, shiso, strawberry, yuzu, bubbles -great balanced flavors with gentle notes of sweet and sour, beautifully presented with a giant leaf and an extra long ice "cube". We started with 3 different salads: *Local Farm Sweet potato salad-just as good if not better than I remembered. It's really a regular potato salad but sprinkled with thin crispy bits of purple sweet potato. The savory smoked mayo flavor that reminded me of bacon but not was ahmazing! *Sumida Farm Watercress Mini Salad with crispy soba noodles and tossed in a delicious light soy based dressing was refreshing and delish. *Local fresh cucumber salad- better than I expected, seasoned and cut just the right width for a nice crunch, also refreshing *Seared Salmon Belly Sushi ~served with 2 kinds of wasabi, pricey but delish ! *Cold Spicy Tantan Kale Noodle incredible taste and texture, the noodles cooked to perfection covered with a silky sesame sauce dressing that my cousin ate alone after the noodles were gone. Unlike the vegan version, this one came with braised beef on top. Local Vegetable Tempura - good, fresh ingredients but not unique or creative like the other dishes Mapo Eggplant - eggplant was soft and covered with a dark sauce, mixed with a few chunks of pork that came with a bit too much fat for my liking. For my birthday they gave a scoop of vanilla ice cream served with a flaming sparkler, a shot of sake, and a song. So fun and different !! Can't wait to come back and revisit my faves as well as try the soba noodle dish we eyed on the next table. read more

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We went for happy hour, which has a pretty limited menu. I would love to see more options on there. I liked the smoked mayo that came with the mochiko chicken, but without it the chicken was a bit bland. I enjoyed the mini tuna roll. Service was good and accommodating. I was most impressed by presentation. Beautiful servingware and real chopsticks! Attention to those types of details can really elevate the dining experience. FYI: They do offer kama'aina discount on non-happy hour items. read more

Zigu - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It was our first time here with family. We were running a little late due to traffic, but they were understanding and seated our party of 10! Our server was great at explaining about Zigu restaurant and their food. When they began to bring our orders to the table, one of the staff members accidentally dropped the soba sauce dish onto the table and it spilled on my leg! She was very apologetic, helped me clean up, and replaced the sauce that was spilled. My soba noodles were good, but I was still hungry, so we ordered more food! When we were all done, the servers came back to take a group picture of everyone, that was fun! read more

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We came for happy hour and the had great food and drink special. We sat at the bar. Bartender was friendly and attentive. The food was very good. We had mochiko chicken, cucumber roll, sashimi, edamame, soba noodles, mai Thai and a beer. Plenty of space inside and out. It got super busy as the night progressed. Definitely would come back here. read more

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Parking: they validate parking for the Hyatt centric lot nearby Service: great, our server had great recommendations, told us a few funny stories, and made for a great night Ambiance: cozy, warm, great for a date night or nice dinner Food: all good choices, love their use of local ingredients in all their dishes. make sure to ask for their specials! we were able to get a great steak read more

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One of those last minute decision and turned out to be a gem. Zigu means eat local. Our server David made a huge difference. From outside, appears to be very small place. However, you are only seeing a small portion. Once you pass the bar, there is a huge covered courtyard with lots of seating. We didn't have a reservation and wanted to seat where it was cooler. We were seated by the kitchen/bar area and were quite happy. Ordered several small plates to share and local sake flights per David's recommendation. All tured out great and bummed out that we will have to wait till next time. read more

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3 years later we are back, thankfully the food is still some if my fav in HNL. Spicy chilled soba was refreshing, el dente & delish. Luve the mixture of textures & flavors, a bit salty/sweet/sour/spicy, reminds me of the mazesoba on Japan. Sweey potato salad was airy, delish & heavenly; Seared ahi cutlet katsu melts in the mouth, seated salmon belly was sublime. read more

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Zigu has been in my Yelp list to try for ages but let's be honest, it takes a lot to get locals into Waikiki willingly. I finally made it here last week, probably because I no longer live in Hawaii and am now working a lot harder to get through those bookmarks! Located in a historic building (house?) on Seaside Avenue, Zigu is an open air and outdoor establishment. I didn't actually know this when I made a reservation or else I might have been scared away (many locals also like ac lol.) Anyway, it turned out to be just fine outside as they've got fans mounted on the overhead tent as well as a giant ac funneling cool air onto the patio. It was comfortable on the lanai even if it was sweltering everywhere else in town. There were a LOT of choices -- a drink menu, the regular menu, a special Okinawan menu for September, plus a Happy Hour menu if you're there from 4-6pm. Prices are good but know that portion sizes vary widely. Our server did know the menu very well so just ask for tips. Food hit the table very quickly even though the place was about 1/2 full. Food was beautiful. Seasonings seemed a little on the sweet side but that could just be me and my love of salt. We ate the ahi katsu with a ginormous kale salad and big dollop of egg tartar, sweet potato salad, cucumber pickles, the two half-sized HH sushi rolls (salmon and spicy tuna) and all were good... and sweet. Our favorite was the chicken karaage. Next time we might go for the teishoku instead as those looked pretty solid. Sake flights and chuhi drinks were a great deal too. Our meal was really inexpensive so +1 star for that! read more

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Zigu is such a Waikiki gem! The fish is incredibly fresh, everything comes out fast, and the flavors are on point. Our waiter, David, was hilarious and even helped us get the best food pics with his special lighting setup (seriously, mvp)! We ordered edamame, miso soup, a mix of nigiri, and a few of their daily specials - all of which were amazing! My mouth is drooling thinking about how the fish literally melted in our mouths. They're super accommodating with food allergies, and the vibe is great whether you sit indoors or out. Warning you'll leave already planning your next visit! read more

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A group of 6 of us came here for my birthday. We expected regular sushi, but they exceeded our expectations completely. Our service was top tier. Hilarious, fun, and very helpful servers/ food runners. They gave us a very clear run down of the menu and made sure we knew exactly what we were ordering. The food was absolutely fantastic. read more

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Wow! This was one of the best meals we've had on our recent trip here and I can confidently say that Zigu is going to be a spot we will regularly visit when we're back in town. We came on a Saturday evening - just in time for their happy hour (4-6 pm). There's lots to choose from on their menu including fresh sushi, sashimi, noodles, and so much more. They also offer a large variety of sake and shochu. The food was incredible! You definitely tell that they use quality local ingredients in all of their dishes. One of my favorite dishes we ordered was the cold spicy tan tan kale noodles. It was beautifully presented and had great flavors. The mochiko chicken was also very tasty. As for service, Garrett was such a delight. He was friendly and super attentive. Definitely made our experience here unforgettable. read more

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Best experience I had at a Japanese restaurant in a while. From the booking process, to our arrival at the restaurant, the great service and the delicious food, I'll be sad to leave the island and not be able to go back to Zigu and try more items. We had the Tan Tan sauce tofu, the spicy chilled soba noodles and the Ahi cutlet. Everything was very tasty and beautifully presented. The restaurant itself is very elegant while being unpretentious. Thank you a for a great evening. read more

Zigu - Tan Tan Sauce (Cold Tofu) - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I really, really wanted to like Zigu after seeing so many amazing videos on social and photos/reviews on Yelp. Unfortunately, our visit fell well below expectations. We happened to come during happy hour, so we got a bunch of happy hour items. While the price seems attractive at first (ex: $5 appetizers), portion sizes are really small. Also, their tuna and salmon rolls are "half price" during happy hour but they're also half the size of the normal rolls...so they're actually full price. This didn't feel in keeping with the spirit of happy hour. And $14 for 4 small roll pieces is very expensive. We also ordered the special Okinawan soba. It took a ridiculous amount of time to arrive, and we noticed other tables seated after us got their food first. When the soba finally arrived, it was so salty that it was essentially inedible without squeezing lemon onto it. Lastly, we noticed other tables that ordered this dish received a whole presentation at their table when the food arrived, complete with a light show and everything (it was so bright that it caught our eyes). However, when ours arrived, it was just placed down without any of the pomp and circumstance. We also ordered cold soba, which also took an inordinate amount of time to arrive. When it did, there was a giant clump of noodles that was difficult and off-putting to eat. Our server sold us pretty hard on Zigu's sushi, and we ultimately ordered one salmon and one hamachi nigiri. These nigiris were incredibly expensive at $7 PER PIECE, and they were average at best. Service was hit-or-miss. We didn't really appreciate the hard sell on sushi, and when we flagged a different staff member down with a basic question, she was completely unfamiliar with the menu and needed to call someone else over to help. Also, flies swarmed our table at one point, yet later, we saw another table was offered a spinning fan to deter flies but we never were. I feel we tried a lot of their items and unfortunately left pretty disappointed, especially after seeing the bill. read more

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Loved everything about Zigu! We came with our family, excited to try the Chilled Kale Noodles--which did not disappoint. We sat outside on the patio and immediately enjoyed the chill, tropical vibe. When Garrett arrived at our table, we knew this was the spot. Garrett shared a little background on Zigu and highlighted several special menu items, including the A5 wagyu. We bit the bullet and ordered it, and it was worth every penny. While the food overall was excellent, Garrett was truly the highlight of our experience. He was attentive, engaging, and incredibly kind--especially in expressing his gratitude for our dad's military service. Our dad was born and raised in Hawaii, so we wanted this trip "home" to be especially meaningful for him, and Garrett's Aloha spirit helped make that happen. A couple of nights later, my husband and I returned to Zigu for our final meal before flying back to LA. We were thrilled to see that Garrett was working again and requested to be seated in his section. We ordered the Chilled Kale Noodles and A5 Wagyu once more and had the chance to reconnect with Garrett--the perfect ending to our vacation. Thank you to Garrett and the entire Zigu staff for such a memorable experience! read more

Zigu - A5 Wagyu and Chilled Kale Noodles... " chef's kiss " - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Top notch service and very tasty food + cocktails! I came by here for my 29th birthday and it didn't disappoint. Our server, Garrett, took amazing care of us. He explained to us the menu plus some of his personal recommendations. Moreover, he even helped us take nice photos by setting up lighting for us because it was dark outside when we were having dinner. I had the spicy chilled soba and that was definitely what I needed at that moment in time. The cool soba paired with a good spicy kick really elevated the whole tasting experience especially while the weather was a little on the warmer side that day. Amongst my friends and I, we had an opportunity to try out some of their signature cocktails which were all super tasty but unfortunately we came too late to try some of their beers. If you're a beer person, I'd recommend stopping by a little earlier on in the day so you get a chance to taste them! Overall, a great experience. Amazing service, delicious food, and great ambience! Would highly recommend this spot to anyone in the area read more

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Having been to a couple of izakaya places during our trip, I was searching for more of a traditional Hawaiian meal. For some reason, this place popped up on the search results and I am glad it did! We were warmly greeted by the host and seated immediately. Our waiter, Garrett, immediately came over to introduce himself and got our drink orders. He provided the specials of day, and provide us with his recommendations of the menu. Everything we ordered and what he recommended did not miss! We had a smaller group, and wished we had more so we could've tried the rest of the menu. Garrett was super attentive during our meal, and kept us feeling very welcomed. He checked in on his several times, and made sure we will full by the end of the meal. Try everything! It is good! read more

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Chicken, french fries, jutoro nigiri, soba were ordered. It was a busy place. Service was not great since the restaurant is located in Waikiki. read more

Zigu - Chicken, french fries, and soba - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Food only tried the recommended 1) spicy tuna 2) spicy salmon roll and the 3) Hawaiian ahi cutlet Per fish pretty standard good fish in Hawaii. Small piece of fish for the roll. Service - our server was awesome super friendly (front desk was less so) Ambiance - love the outdoor vibes read more

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I've been to Zigu multiple times and honestly, I love everything about this place--the vibe, the food, the service. Everything just checks out. This time, we came to celebrate a friend's birthday, and our server (I forgot your name, sorry--but you were amazing!) went above and beyond. He actually bought a ring light for our group so we could take better photos--how thoughtful is that? He also surprised us with a light-up birthday cupcake, which made the night even more memorable. We ordered a bunch of food--though I was kind of tipsy, so I only remember a few dishes. But everything I tried was solid. I also appreciate that they switch up the menu from time to time--it keeps things fresh and interesting. All in all, another great night at Zigu. Definitely one of my go-to spots in town. read more

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Great place to come for a late night meal or a snack. Dishes here are pretty good and can be on the lighter side if you prefer. Out of the bunch, the spicy soba noodles were my favorite. Sushi was okay but there are better options around if that's what you're craving. It may be good to make a reservation as it can get pretty busy during peak dinner time. read more

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AUTHENTIC JAPANESE CUISINE IMPRESSIVE FLAVORS! You can taste the depth of love & care in the flavors in each dish here. It transported me back to Japan! Ambiance is a warm amber glow. Indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of space for strollers if you have a sleeping child like we did. Everything we ordered for dinner was a 5/5 perfection! If you go during happy hour they have special combo sets. We went for dinner and ordered half the menu! Japanese egg omelette roll was delicate and delicious! Daikon w/ soy sauce on side goes good together Japanese potato salad was my favorite side dish! It's sweet and slightly tangy with crunchies on top which I enjoyed. Cucumber salad was light and refreshing. Lots of bonito flakes on top, tell them if you want less or none like me. Soba with hot broth was simple to the point where it felt almost bland but that's the Japanese way. It was perfect for my babies! Pork ginger dish came out hot and sizzling and yummy. Someone ordered it next to us and the smell was intoxicating we had to get it too! Shrimp & veggie tempura was perfectly fried. The batter was crispy and non greasy, thick shrimp and veggies cooked perfectly and the dipping sauce was yum. The night before I had terrible tempura at another izakaya so I appreciated this one so much. SUSHI MELTS IN YOUR MOUTH! Blue fin tuna, yellowtail, fatty tuna, albacore, Santa Barbara Uni etc everything was close-your-eyes mmmmmmm good! Only wish they added more wasabi. JAPANESE DESSERT FTW! Scoop of green tea ice cream, side of sweet red bean, freshly made mochi and some papaya... OISHI! Free hot tea after meal was a nice surprise ending. We loved our dining experience here and will be our go to spot for authentic Japanese food! read more

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This was my first time here and I was pleasantly surprised! My cousin planned our first dinner in Oahu here for a party of 8 and booked a reservation. The table was ready for us quickly and we were seated outside. It was an early Sunday evening reservation so no wait or anything but I could imagine it being busy later on in the evening. The food was wonderful and I love how they have a happy hour menu even on weekends from 4-6 pm. I really enjoyed the soba - I typically like yakisoba, not chilled just soba, but the soba here might have changed my mind. I like the sauce it came with. We got the ($19.90) Teishoku - meal set #1 from the happy hour menu with cold soba noodles and mini spicy salmon roll. It was pretty good we ended up adding an additional Chilled Soba noodles since it was only ($9.90) for happy hour anyways. We also really enjoyed the Spicy Chilled Soba. Since we had such a large party, the spicy chilled soba had extra sauce leftover so we added more soba in there to mix in. We also got the Salt Edamame ($5) - yum kids enjoyed it. We also got the Teishoku - meal set #2 Mochiko Chicken served with rice and miso soup ($18) for happy hour. We also got the Mushroom Tempura ($14) from the chefs special menu I did not try it since I'm not a fan of mushroom. We also got the Hawaiian Ahi Cutlet ($29) and sauteed Big Island Ginger Pork ($27). I was a big fan of the ginger pork! The sauce was great and I enjoyed it especially with rice. Service was excellent as well. The server checked on us multiple times and even offered to take a picture for us. She was so kind and even got her own ring light to help with lighting for the picture. They were constantly clearing things and asking if we needed anything else. We were chaotic since it was a family of 8 with 2 kids, but they were patient. Ambience was also great. I could see myself coming here for a casual meet up, but in the evening I think it could be a great romantic spot for a party of 2. They had lots of seating outdoors. read more

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We have never had a waiter go so above and beyond for a meal ever in our lives. David was incredible. Ask him about his photography light. He introduced all the best dishes, and did a special dessert presentation with sparklers and a spinning candle. The wasabi shrimp was out of this world. The soba was next level. And the tan tan tofu was just a perfect blend of flavor with the smoothness of a fresh tofu. The sushi was so fresh. Probably one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. Even compared to multiple Michelin star restaurants, and there truly is nothing that compares to the level of service given at Zigu. read more

As a Honolulu local, I finally made my way to Zigu, and I'm really glad I did. I tried a nice spread of dishes... potato salad, tempura, salmon, steak, and the cold kale noodles. Everything was amazing, but the salmon was easily the star of the night! Perfectly cooked, super flavorful, and something I'd come back for every week! The tempura was light and crispy, the steak was tender with great seasoning, and the cold kale noodles were refreshing and fresh! Even the potato salad was surprisingly delicious. Service was friendly (ask for David he's awesome) and the atmosphere has a cozy-modern Japanese feel. Parking is tough but we found street parking! Overall, Zigu impressed me, and I'll definitely be back! especially for that salmon! read more

Zigu - steak - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Zigu. In Japanese means to "eat local" interesting because we was prob the only "locals" dining here....we probably would have never known about this place but they advertised at the recent Okinawan festival. Located on seaside and kuhio...parking is in the hyatt centric parking structure across the street (real tight the smaller your car the better..alot of marks where cars scuffed the wall) public and hotel parking is on the 6th floor (validated for 4 hours) cool! Zigu is in a small two story building on the bottom floor... The entrance is the bar area and the dining area is in an outside patio (no ac but get fans). The dining area was nice with some padded booths and some outside patio type chairs. There is even a bathroom on premises that was clean and single occupancy. The staff (Gen manager Kolo, kono?) Was friendy and cool as well as the other staff. The kitchen seemed clean and in order. The menu was small consisting of appetizers like edamame and potato salad (we tried the potato salad $5 it was good) and other stuff. The menu also had ramen and entries as well as liquor but forgot to take pic of menu. We tried the pork belly $28 (wife said it was awesome and portion was small but worth it) and the fried soba (very tasty) and decent portion for $20. Prices arent cheap but manageable. We had reservations for 6pm and the place filled up fast...best to make reservations ahead of time. Something definetely different...a kind of cool casual unique vibe...definetely worth a visit read more

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My wife, a couple of friends, and I had a fantastic dinner at Zigu and are already looking forward to our next visit. We really enjoyed the warm, inviting ambiance and the friendly, attentive service, which made the evening feel relaxed and welcoming from start to finish. We started with several happy hour favorites like the salt edamame, cucumber salad, onion pickles, and mochiko chicken - perfect for sharing and full of flavor. The pork ginger and soba with mini roll were also excellent. For mains, the mapo eggplant with beef was rich and satisfying, the Zigu Roll was beautifully prepared, and the shrimp tempura with local vegetables was light, crisp, and delicious. Paired with two great bottles of sake and wonderful company, it made for a memorable night. Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere - Zigu is definitely a spot we'll be returning to soon. read more

It was not busy on a Sunday evening. I ordered a sake sangria, mini watercress salad, sashimi platter (9 pieces) and hamachi nigiri. The sashimi platter consisted of salmon, ahi tuna and amberjack. Most of the items were delicious except the ahi tuna sashimi and hamachi nigiri. These didn't taste as fresh as the other pieces of fish. The salad was excellent and the yuzu dressing paired well with the watercress which I normally don't eat. My drink was light and slightly fruity. I was served hot tea at the end of my meal which I appreciated. The interior is predominantly all wood and felt homey. Service was quick and the staff welcomed every customer with "Aloha!" Overall, it was a good experience. read more

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After going to this place multiple times with family and colleagues I had to give a review. Always a great meal, a little hidden, but definitely a gem that we keep coming back to. read more

To make this experience memorable ASK TO SIT with DAVID ! He was amazing and made my dinning experience and birthday nothing short of phenomenal. His attention to detail and meticulousness in ensuring we had a great time WAS UNMATCHED!! Sake was exceptional I loved the tuxedo sake super smooth! Otoro special for sashimi was worth every penny ! Sadly they ran out of ahi steak but I heard it's bomb! This place is a definite must try!! Vibes or also on point! **** David brought out a freakin carousel of candles and a sparkler !? Who does that!? THE ULTIMATE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! *** How to make a great experience: 1. Sit with David. Your birthday will be the bomb; like mine was 2. Order the special sashimi of the day 3. Order chilled kale noodles so sexy and yummy 4. Get a spicy salmon or tuna roll Thank me later ! read more

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We came here during Happy Hour for the Mochiko chicken and ended up ordering the assorted shrimp and vegetable tempura and the pipikaula with potato salad (not on Happy Hour menu) too. Very few customers around 5 PM so no wait. Mochiko chicken wasn't particularly memorable but the smoked mayonnaise made a delicious dip. The pipikaula salad was a potato salad that came with thin slices of Naruto fish cakes, crispy root vegetable shreds, and 2 pieces of pipikaula (dried and salted beef jerky). The tempura consisted of 2 pieces of shrimp and vegetables that I think were bitter melon, cucumber, and possibly kabocha squash. These were appropriately crispy and came with a sweet soy sauce for dipping as well as mashed daikon on the side as a palate cleanser. read more

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Amazing sushi, great staff, the only reason I dock 1 one star is that the ambience can be hit and miss. There are good tables however on my most recent visit we had a reservation for our 18 year anniversary and were still put in a weird corner next to the bathroom with zero ambience. Still I recommend them, the sushi is great, best I had on the islands! read more

Cute spot for happy hour or dinner tucked away in the heart of Waikiki! The staff were very attentive and the food and drinks came out quickly. A lot of great izakaya dishes on the menu here with a farm to table approach and quite a few healthier items especially for vegetarians and pescatarians. Favorite dishes were Hawaiian Vegetable Roll, Local Farm Red Skin Sweet Potato Salad, Hawaiian Ahi Cutlet, and Chilled Kale Noodle. I'd say skip their Homemade Haupia Anmitsu...definitely not what I was expecting when it comes to the anmistu dessert I've had elsewhere. read more

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There are a lots of great Japanese food options in Oahu. I used to love going to Izakaya Torae Torae which sadly closed down so I wanted to try something new. We came early enough to take advantage of the happy hour menu and ordered the watercress salad, mixed tempura, sweet potato salad and karaage. All of these were great and well flavored but I'd probably skip the tempura since it was pretty standard. For nigiri we ordered the beef, kanpachi and spot shrimp with ikura. Beef was melt in your mouth and kanpachi was nice and firm. Wasn't a huge fan of the spot shrimp though (even though I usually love shrimp). Overall great service and chill place to have a nice, casual date night. read more

Zigu - Seafood Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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