Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in Oahu

"One of the top places to eat in Honolulu and all of Hawaii, Roy's has risen to the top under the masterful tutelage of chef Roy Yamaguchi, who skillfully fuses European and Asian cuisines, this establishment has earned a reputation for lively ambience, attentive service, and incredible food. A devotion to impeccably fresh ingredients and a penchant for artistic presentation characterizes the menu, whose temptations include steamed Hawaiian onaga, tri-peppercorn-crusted ahi, and ginger-steamed Chinese chicken. There's also steak, lamb, pasta, pork, and duck."

"There are over 20 locations of Roy’s across the U.S., but Roy Yamaguchi’s original location in the residential neighborhood of Hawai‘i Kai is still the most special. The service makes guests feel like family, and the food is always reliable and comforting. Look out for Roy’s classic seared misoyaki butterfish and meatloaf with tempura onion rings."

"Open since 2007, Roy’s Waikiki is a high-end Hawaiian fusion restaurant with a contemporary ambiance. Well-known chef Roy Yamaguchi attributes his early appreciation of food to his parents. His father was a military man who was born and raised on the island of Maui, while his mother was born in Japan."

"Yummy items include dk’s Crab Ramen with Asian Truffle Broth, Panko-Crusted Fresh Ahi Tuna, and the Matsuhisa Style Miso Butterfish. There’s a late-night happy hour Fri-Sat 10pm-1am with 50% off select appetizers and sushi (line-up early). *Reopens 15 July 2021."

"Yanagi's been around for decades and is a favorite destination of celebs, so it's frequently crowded, especially at dinner. That's hardly a surprise when you consider its impeccable food and convivial atmosphere. Sushi is outstanding, and the chefs take great pride in their skills."

"Sushi Sho stands out among Honolulu’s slew of high-end omakase sushi spots, and not just for its price point — starting at $300 (though discounted during the pandemic). Sho is known for the creativity of Keiji Nakazawa, one of Japan’s most acclaimed sushi chefs, who left Tokyo to open this 10-seat restaurant in the Ritz Carlton. He combines old Edomae sushi techniques, which highlight flavor nuances through aging fish such as wild yellowtail and moi, with nods to Hawai‘i, as with a bite-size riff on laulau, a traditional Hawaiian dish of pork wrapped in taro leaves."

"Sushi master Keiji Nakazawa is revered for his Edomae sushi, using old-school techniques that extend the life of raw fish—a throwback to the early 19th century when fresh seafood needed to last longer. Here, though, you get some contemporary twists, and he tries to use local ingredients wherever possible to reflect his surroundings and provide exclusive flavors. Salmon smoked in banana leaves."

"Entering Sushi Sho, inside the Ritz Carlton, is like entering a stage set for an audience of 10. Seats flank the dramatic sushi bar, where Keiji Nakazawa and two assistant chefs hold court. A few years ago, Nakazawa, one of Japan’s great sushi masters, left his restaurant in Tokyo for the challenge of Hawaii."

"HonoluluA hidden gem located in the Ohana Hale Marketplace, @Sushi has excellent Chirashi, or pieces of sashimi over a bed of vinegar rice. Impeccably presented with a collection of fresh sliced sashimi set atop a bowl of carefully prepared sushi rice, the beauty of this bowl is that it feels fancy without the gourmet price tag.Cost: $15.00; available for takeout only"

"When chef and owner Seiji Kumagawa opened Sushi Sasabune in the ’90s, it was Honolulu’s original sushi omakase restaurant. It fell out of the spotlight when newer omakase temples opened in the city over the past decade, but during the pandemic, it debuted an omakase bento that outshines the competition, especially for the price ($30). Each piece of nigiri is delicately seasoned."

"Aficionados clamor to this upscale sushi joint, where everything from crab to sea urchin has a story and a provenance. While you sit at the bar, the chef gifts you with what he desires, so you may end up with scallops, squid, blue-fin, or even monkfish liver. As a result, your palate has to have a wide range and your trust has to be substantial."

"This casual and elegant restaurant located in Honolulu welcomes dinner guests looking to experience pure, well-crafted sushi with a twist. The award-winning restaurant serves their Japanese delicacy a little differently from your conventional sushi eateries. They have gone away from the soy and the wasabi, without compromising on flavor."

"Other popular attractions in the Honolulu area include the Ala Moana Center (a large, open-air shopping mall), Waikiki Aquarium, Honolulu Zoo, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Punchbowl Crater (site of the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific) and an assortment of golf courses. Day 2 – North Shore Road Trip"

"This Center celebrates and educates the public about the ever-evolving Japanese-American experience in Hawaii. It offers a wide range of programs, classes, festivals and exhibitions throughout the year."

"A monument to the influence of Christian missionaries on the Hawaiian islands, this building complex includes original structures from the early 19th century, when New Englanders settled the island to spread the Gospel and instill the Protestant work ethic in islanders. The buildings – including a frame home, a printing house, and a coral-stone home and storehouse – illustrate early Western life on the islands and the zeal and strenuous efforts of the missionaries. Tours, a gift shop, and a library are also available."

"Visit during free Family Day Open House events and, in addition to touring the historic homes, your keiki can play Hawaiian games, craft candles and make pretend pills in a 19th century medicine dispensatory. The events, which were typically held in April and September, were put on pause in 2020. We’ll let you know when it returns."

"This museum maintains three historical properties from the early 19th century. These restored homes, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, document the lives and living conditions of early missionaries. They are the oldest western-style buildings still standing."

"The gist: Kid-friendly café provides weekly crafts kits, coffee, and acai bowls to families.The food: Build-your-own Ohana Boxes (creative boxes for families to spend some time doing things) is currently on the menu until dine-in resumes. Order an Acai Bowl Kit, which makes two to four bowls and is perfect for this stay-at-home lockdown brunch. Menu favorites such as the Avocado Smash (avocado, feta, cilantro, and lime with tajin) and Brulee Brie, a crunchy torched brie and guava jelly toast, are available for all available for takeout.The cost: Toasts range from $9-11, and Ohana Boxes average $75-108."

"Bubble Tea delivery places are open as early as 9am and as late as 11pm in Honolulu. Enter your delivery address to see what’s available in your area."

"A famous stop in North Shore, be sure to visit the established, graffiti-decorated shrimp truck that offers a variety of shrimp plates and hot dogs."