Yohei Sushi - KAHALA

4.7

38 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

Dec 20, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Yohei Sushi KAHALA is the second restaurant of Yohei Sushi Restaurant, opened in 1990 by Kazuto Obara, the founder and Sushi chef. Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine in a modern setting, our Omakase courses and seasonal à la carte dishes feature fresh ingredients sourced from Hawaii and directly from Japan.
We offer pairing with sake and wine for a complete experience.
Indulge in a unique Omakase course, beginning with our essential "Ichiban dashi" (golden first dashi) and experience our original dishes inspired by Hawaiian culinary culture.
* If you are interested in dining with more than 5 people, please call us for more information.
* We are pleased to accommodate dietary restrictions such as allergies, vegetarianism, dislike of raw fish, or kids' menu with advance notice upon reservation.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Sushi, Washoku
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(808) 425-4143
Website
https://yoheisushi.com/kahala/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
4210 Waialae Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816-5315
Neighborhood
Kaimuki
Cross street
Waialae Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Beer, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

OMAKASE Gift - Christmas Edition -
$150.00 per person
Dec 20, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024
This Christmas season, Yohei Sushi KAHALA is delighted to offer a luxurious OMAKASE course, crafted with the finest winter ingredients. Our signature dish, "HASSUN," has been specially reimagined for the holiday season, and we've included traditional celebratory Chirashi Sushi to bring a touch of good fortune to your festivities. These exquisite dishes are designed to create joyful moments with friends and loved ones. Our sushi chefs have poured their hearts into creating an original menu to celebrate Christmas, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Savor this unique culinary journey with your family and friends, and make lasting memories in our warm and festive atmosphere. *Please call us if your party is 5 or more people.
OMAKASE Happiness - Christmas Edition -
$100.00 per person
Dec 20, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024
Discover Our Exclusive Christmas OMAKASE Course! Loved by many since our opening, our chef has now elevated it with seasonal ingredients for a special Christmas-exclusive OMAKASE course that will delight your taste buds and warm your heart. This special menu embodies our restaurant's commitment to bringing happiness through sushi. Savor the refined flavors of Nigiri Sushi, complemented by a selection of appetizers, salads, and tempura crafted with fresh, locally grown vegetables. Savor the refined flavors of Nigiri Sushi, complemented by a selection of appetizers, salads, and tempura crafted with fresh, locally grown vegetables. *Please call us if your party is 5 or more people. - Served in the main dining hall only
OMAKASE 寿 / Sushi Counter
$280.00 per person
Jan 2, 2025 - Jan 7, 2025
New Year Special Course [ Jan 2-7, 2025 ] At Yohei Sushi KAHALA, we have prepared a luxurious course specially arranged by our sushi chefs to celebrate the upcoming new year. Enjoy our signature dish "Hassun EN", featuring festive ingredients inspired by "Osechi" to symbolize longevity and good fortune. This exclusive course also includes seasonal delicacies, meat dish, and colorful dishes made with fresh ingredients from Japan and Hawaii. Experience the exceptional hospitality of our sushi chefs. ‐We allow 2 hours from reservation start time. ‐image for illustration purposes only, actual may vary. You can enjoy seasonal ingredients.

What 38 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Yohei Sushi in Kahala offers an "exceptional dining experience" with beautifully presented dishes and "extremely nice" staff. Known as the "best Japanese restaurant on the island," it's perfect for special occasions. Guests praise the "authentic, beautifully presented" food and "outstanding" service. Enjoy the elegant ambiance and unique flavors.

38 Reviews

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Yumiko
Guam
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
店内は綺麗で清潔感があり、店員さんのサービスがとても良く好感が持てた。ご飯も全て美味しかったので、次回はカウンターで食べたい。行きつけのお店にしたい。
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Aki
Tokyo
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, beautiful presentation and friendly servers! I will definitely visit again.
Yohei Sushi - KAHALAResponded on December 8, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful comment! We would love to have you visit us again for your birthday or anniversary and try our OMAKASE course at the sushi counter. Our entire staff looks forward to welcoming you back!
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Wade
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was authentic, beautifully presented and delicious! The service was outstanding and Yuki-San made our dining experience great! We will come back for sure and will ask for Yuki-San again!
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Jason
VIP
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing sushi and service. Beautiful restaurant that makes you feel like you’re in Japan. We will be back for sure.
Yohei Sushi - KAHALAResponded on December 7, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful comment. We have various events coming up as we approach the New Year. This month, we will be holding a Christmas Dinner event from December 20th to 24th, so please join us with your family and friends. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you. Thank you.
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Irina
VIP
Palm Springs
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were good but the food came out very fast and in no particular order; it was not properly coursed for us. Half the food came out before our bottle of wine was opened for us (but the wine list was very good!). The hot dish came out before several cold ones and we had to eat it before we were ready to avoid it getting cold. Otherwise a good experience but needs to finesse the serving for such a nice restaurant/meal.
Yohei Sushi - KAHALAResponded on November 18, 2024
Thank you for your comment. We sincerely apologize for not being able to provide a completely satisfying experience during your special time. Going forward, our staff will discuss the timing of food service to ensure we can provide a more satisfying experience for our customers. We would be delighted if you would consider visiting Yohei Sushi Kahala again for your special occasions. Thank you very much.
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Keith
VIP
Los Angeles
25 reviews
4.0
25 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We finally had the opportunity to try Yohei Kahala. It’s a beautiful restaurant. When you first walk in, you get the sense that you’ve entered a special place. If you are not omakase, like us, you’re escorted to the a la carte seating area. Wood accents and comfortable seating make it a nice setting. The staff are warm and welcoming. We were immediately provided menus and drink orders were taken and delivered promptly. There were many choices from appetizers to sushi to main courses and dessert. The items we chose were familiar: edamame with truffle, Japanese style prosciutto potato salad, otoro nigiri, ahi roll with truffle, black cod, and wagyu. Everything we ordered, we enjoyed. The portions were small and, unfortunately, it’s difficult for me to say there was good value based on pricing. The two pieces of otoro, for the price, were very small as compared to other restaurants we’ve frequented. The wagyu, although very tasty, was about 3-4 ounces. Also, small portion for the cost but it was delicious. This restaurant is a nice place to take someone for a special occasion. If you’re looking for a place to take a first date, celebrate an anniversary, or enjoy a special moment, Yohei Kahala is a good choice.
Yohei Sushi - KAHALAResponded on November 9, 2024
Thank you very much for your comments. As you mentioned, our sushi portions may be slightly smaller compared to other restaurants. However, as you visited us to enjoy our a la carte menu, we intentionally keep portions smaller so that you can sample a variety of dishes. Next time, we hope you’ll consider celebrating a special occasion at our sushi counter with the Omakase course. The Omakase course offers generous portions and is designed to ensure complete satisfaction. Our staff is looking forward to welcoming you warmly. Thank you once again.
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Rackam
Salt Lake City
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food , super clean place all over, the waitress are delightful . I was super impressed with this place , great sushi .I will be back for sure
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Alana
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Yohei is Japan quality food and service! Really excellent experience
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808RCA
VIP
Hawaii
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant with good service and tasty Japanese cuisine.
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent miso black cod and nigiri but very small portions on the sushi. Servers were very attentive and helpful.
Yohei Sushi - KAHALAResponded on September 27, 2024
Thank you for your comment. We will take your comments into consideration and strive to improve. We hope you will visit us again, and we look forward to welcoming you back.
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Yohei Sushi - KAHALA is rated 4.7 stars by 38 OpenTable diners.

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