You can’t miss this Japanese Restaurant on Piikoi street with a big red koi jumping out of a blue stream painted on the roof. With the bright roof, colorful wall paintings, gyotaku prints and red paper lanterns you know you are in a working class izakaya/pupu style where you can fill your stomach with food that pairs with delicious drinks.

Everything I tried was perfectly executed and priced. The tempura, fried chicken wings, shrimp with mayonnaise, sushi, kushikatsu, karaage, miso hot-pot, yakitori and pork belly simmered in soy sauce. The chicken karaage was dressed with sweet chili and soy sauce. Kushikatsu was four pieces covered with a sweet, salty, red miso paste. The pork belly was deliciously braised in a salty and sweet sauce that made it melt-in-your-mouth.

The service is really good as I never have a problem with slow service or inconsiderate staff. They are very warm, and you know it must be a good place to work for because many of the workers are the same from when they first opened. Prompt removal of finished dishes, new plates, and water are always refilled. No complaints.

This place also attracts a lot of non-Japanese tourists and families. If you are looking for good Izakaya style Japanese food of great value, this is a great place to go. They offer a 20% discount on early bird dining – 5:00 to 6:30pm – so worth a try next time you are here!!

Kotoe Morisaki

Japanese Reservation Agent

Honolulu offers an irresistible menu of dining options sure to satisfy every taste. Best of all, you can enjoy a fantastic selection of restaurants right at our resorts.

• Ilikai Bar and Grill

  Ilikai Bar & Grill serves up classic American fare with a twist of unique Hawaiian flavors. This casually chic eatery offers stunning Ala Wai Yacht Harbor and Pacific Ocean views and offers take out and room service.

• Sarento’s At the Top of the I

  Take in the stunning panoramic views of Waikiki Beach, the Honolulu skyline, and Diamondhead while dining on tasty Mediterranean cuisine and sipping on a signature cocktail or glass of fine wine. Sarento’s is open nightly for dinner.

If you plan on venturing out on the town for a romantic dinner or grabbing a quick lunch between your vacation adventures, Honolulu has plenty eateries to choose from, including:

• Alan Wongs

  Known worldwide for its mouthwatering Asian-fusion cuisine, Alan Wongs is the ideal special occasion restaurant that you will bring you back often. The flagship eatery in Honolulu features eclectic dishes and superior service in a modest setting.

• Ono Hawaiian Food

  Savor the tastes of the island at Ono Hawaiian BBQ, serving a wide selection of American, Hawaiian, Japanese, Korean and Chinese dishes. Enjoy dining in this inviting eatery that captures the culture of Hawaiian and offers the best plate lunch on the island.

• Rainbow Drive In

  Rainbow Drive In has been the top lunch destinations in Honolulu for more than 50 years. When visiting Honolulu, you will not want to miss the dishes of local favorites, including the signature chili, loco moco and fluffy buttermilk pancakes.

Honolulu is a cosmopolitan American city, and its downtown district is home to a variety of restaurants serving just about every cuisine under the sun including Indian and Thai. Naturally, visitors to Hawaii will want to sample the famous local fare like a shrimp plate lunch, poi, and Spam musubi. Diners will also find good old-fashioned burgers and fries, Italian pasta, and of course Starbucks Coffee. For up-market Hawaiian and Asian cuisine, try Chai’s Island Bistro at 1 Aloha Tower Drive, which fuses Pacific Rim flavors with a beautiful setting for an unforgettable dining experience. Soul de Cuba Café on Bethel Street is a popular downtown destination for spicy tapas and drinks. Across from the Hawaii Theater is Brasserie du Vin, with dishes inspired by the South of France and impeccable service. Want some familiar comfort food? There are also major chain restaurants including Red Lobster and Outback Steakhouse located in Ilikai Marina.