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YANAGI SUSHI

(5.0 Score)
762 Kapiolani Boulevard,
Honolulu, HI 96813 Directions

Since 1978

Specialities:

✓Negitoro Hand Roll ✓Spider Roll ✓Spider Roll ✓Tekka Roll ✓Natto Roll ✓Natto Hand Roll ✓Ume Shisho Roll ✓Ume Shisho Hand Roll ✓Kappa Roll ✓Oshinko Roll ✓Kanpyo Roll ✓Futomaki ✓Tempura Roll ✓Tempura Hand Roll ✓Honeymoon Roll ✓I Love Roll ✓Philadelphia Roll ✓Family Roll ✓Spicy Hamachi Roll ✓Spicy Tuna Roll ✓Spicy Tuna Hand Roll ✓Volcano Roll ✓Vegetable Diet Roll ✓Salmon Skin Roll ✓Salmon Skin Hand Roll ✓Dragon Roll

" Yanagi Sushi serves Japanese specialties, including inventive sushi rolls and tempura, in a festive space with late hours. Their owner-chef, Haruo Nakayama, is formally educated in sushi chef in Tokyo, Japan. He is the guy who always keeps Neta's freshness in the sushi. The restaurant can comfortably seat 30 people. Yanagi Sushi is one of Hawaii's sushi restaurants, serving high-quality Japanese food to residents and tourists worldwide since 1978. Customers will continue to return to the freshest local ingredients, range of menus, and atmosphere at Yanagi Sushi. The fusion-style sushi and cooking are also included. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible and also serves happy hour food to customers. Yanagi Sushi accepts credit and debit cards and offers a kids' menu for customers.

2026 Highlights: Yanagi Sushi is celebrated for its bustling, late-night traditional Japanese ambiance, fresh local seafood, and walls adorned with over 400 photos of visiting celebrities and athletes."

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License #59382D1

Menu:

Sashimi
Omakase Sashimi $56.25
Sashimi Deluxe $56.25
Sashimi Special $36.88
Halibut $37.44
Ika (Squid) $18.12
Awabi (Live Kona Abalone) (2pc) $24.38
Tako (Octopus) $17.44
Hokki-Gai (Surf Clam) $19.38
Raw Sweet Shrimp (Prawns) $10.62
Salmon $19.38
Chirashi Sushi
Chirashi Deluxe $34.94
Chirashi Special $32.44
Ahi Donburi $29.94
Sushi Rolls
Rainbow Roll $18.69
Seattle Roll $8.69
Natto Roll $9.38
Natto Hand Roll $7.81
Ume (Plum) Shiso Roll $9.38
Ume Shiso Hand Roll $7.44
Kappa Roll (Cucumber) $6.88
Oshinko Roll (Takuwan-Pickled) $6.88
Kanpyo Roll (Sweet Squash) $6.88
Futomaki (Jumbo Roll) $16.88
Spicy Tuna Hand Roll $7.44
Volcano Roll $16.88
Vegetable Diet Roll $9.38
Salmon Skin Roll $8.69
Salmon Skin Hand Roll $7.44
Dragon Roll $16.88
Tempura Roll $10.62

Contact:

(808) 597-1525

Lunch:
Mon-Sat: 11am - 2pm
Sun: Closed
Dinner:
Mon-Sat: 5:30pm - 1am
Sun: Closed

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DORAKU SUSHI KAKA'AKO

(4.9 Score)
1009 Kapiolani Boulevard,
Honolulu, HI 96814 Directions

Since 2012

Specialities:

✓God of Fire Roll ✓Hamachi Garlic Roll ✓Ultimate Spicy Tuna Roll ✓Firecracker Roll ✓Black Peppered Ahi ✓Vegan Roll ✓Double Happiness ✓Emperor ✓Crispy Eel Roll ✓Doraku Salmon ✓Wafu Spicy Tuna

“ 2026 Highlights: Doraku Sushi Kaka'ako is a lively Japanese restaurant located on the ground floor of the Pacifica Honolulu building. The restaurant is styled like a traditional Japanese gastropub, meaning it focuses on shared small plates, unique sushi rolls, and hot dishes rather than just standard sushi combos. The restaurant has a trendy yet casual atmosphere with indoor seating, a full bar, and a pet-friendly outdoor patio. Locals love it for its great daily happy hour deals on drinks and appetizers, as well as their convenient valet parking. Doraku Sushi Kaka'ako provides the perfect setting for private events, accommodating up to 140 guests.”

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Menu:

Emperor Roll: $13.75
Geisha Roll: $11.75
Doraku Roll: $13.75
Red Dragon Roll: $13.50
White Dragon Roll: $13.50
Sushi Nigiri: $23.95
Sushi Nigiri Deluxe: $31.95

Contact:

(808) 591-0101

Mon-Thu & Sun: 11:30am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11:30am - 11pm

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SUSHI SPOT WAIKIKI

(4.9 Score)
204 Liliuokalani Avenue,
Honolulu, HI 96815 Directions

Since 2020

Specialities:

✓Cherry Blossom ✓Red Dragon ✓Hamachi Maki ✓Philadelphia ✓Baked Dynamite ✓Shrimp Crunch ✓Rainbow ✓Godzilla ✓California ✓Sushi Spot Signature ✓Phoenix Roll

“ 2026 Highlights: Sushi Spot Waikiki is a family-owned restaurant located just a short walk from Waikiki Beach. The restaurant is a cozy and friendly place known for its fresh handmade sushi, premium sashimi, and great outdoor seating. The kitchen accommodates multiple dietary needs, featuring dedicated vegetarian choices and a robust variety of vegan dishes alongside its standard seafood menu. They feature a fully stocked beverage menu, including specialized cocktails, local specialties, beer, wine, and hard liquor to pair with small plates or full entrees. The restaurant offers an energetic dining environment blending classic sushi traditions with contemporary Korean-Japanese flair.”

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License #249703D1

Menu:

Lunch Sushi Box
Otoro Box $33.00
King Salmon Box $25.00
Trio Box $23.00
Makis
Kaisen Futomaki $28.00
Aina Verde $25.00
Ume-Zing Ahi $28.00
Goodbye Dracula $28.00
Mount Fuji $29.00
Salmonation $29.00
Avo Veggie $21.00

Contact:

(808) 369-7242

Mon-Sun: 12pm - 3pm|5:30pm - 10:30pm

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YANAGI SUSHI REVIEWS

Local late night spot for sushi. I’ve been coming here for over 30 years. Even though I live on the mainland , I still come back here every time I go back to Hawaii. What I love about this place is its consistency in quality food and service they have provided through all the yrs I’ve been coming here. The fish is always fresh, never had a bad meal here. The atmosphere is intimate and cozy , almost if you were at a izakaya in Japan. When I come eat at this restaurant, it reminds me of coming back my grandma’s home to eat a home cooked meal.

I have to thank Gino, a local travel agent for this recommendation. As soon as I entered I had the feeling of being in Japan. Exceptional sushi, sashimi and service. The atmosphere is top-notch. I also appreciated the late night hours. Thank you so much for this memorable experience.

Great food, great experience. Other than sushi, my personal favorite here are udon and steamed egg. They are freshly made unlike a lot of other famous “udon places”. It is just so different when you have the noodles and soup and even bowl hot.

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Payton was an incredible server! She was super chill but still attentive, and made my dinner so much more comfortable by quickly bringing me whatever I needed without hovering. The food was great, but honestly, Payton was the BEST.

We usually go to the Kapolei location but the valet parking here is great and the service was even better. Super cute atmosphere definitely a fun spot for a date night or to meet up with friends/family. The food is great and they have an awesome happy hour selection we always have a positive experience and will continue to come back every time we’re in Hawaii.

What!!!! Deluxe sushimi at my doorstep! I swear that was the freshest salmon belly I've ever had. Tuna was absolutely on point. A few other top notch white fish that were to die for! I wish I could have had an in house experience but my order was phenomenal.

SUSHI SPOT WAIKIKI REVIEWS

I heard that you absolutely have to eat sushi when you come to Hawaii, so I came to the place with the highest rating among the sushi restaurants near my accommodation. Since I am pregnant, I have to be careful with raw food, but I enjoyed fresh sushi and rolls to my heart's content without a single fishy smell! This is a restaurant I will definitely visit again on my next trip to Hawaii. Koreans, you absolutely must order the Kimchi Udon lol. I devoured every last drop of the broth And the Ice Mochi is seriously delicious too Fabulous place, really fresh food, the vibe and everything is great.

I came here for Lunch and so glad we found this place! Loved that they offered Lunch special Menu to accommodate our big family with all different taste. They had various sushi, maki rolls and variety of kitchen food. We were enjoyed a lot.

Food is AMAZING!!! FRESH FISH! THE SERVERS ARE SO NICE! Dinner was so good that we had to come back to try their breakfast and brunch items!! A GEM OF A RESTAURANT.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

YANAGI SUSHI Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Business Hours: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10
Extensive Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

DORAKU SUSHI KAKA'AKO Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Contact Info: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

SUSHI SPOT WAIKIKI Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Contact Info: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Extensive Menu: 10