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Best Sushi in Honolulu

Honolulu has no shortage of sushi, and with 57 qualifying restaurants across the island, narrowing it down takes real work. I pulled together this curated guide combining my own verified picks with the area's best-rated spots so you can skip the guesswork and get straight to eating.

3 visitor-rated3 Nate-recommendedUpdated September 2026
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30 sushi in Honolulu

PITCH SPORTS BAR
2
Editor's Choice
3.7(3)$$

PITCH SPORTS BAR

Kakaʻako·Sushi Restaurant

Chill, compact hangout with seasonal grub & happy hours, plus outdoor seating & live sports viewing.

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Hana Sushi
3
Editor's Choice
$$

Hana Sushi

Hawaii Kai·Sushi Restaurant
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Ninja Sushi Hawaii
45.0(1)$$

Ninja Sushi Hawaii

Ala Moana·Japanese
Verified visit

Japanese sushi counter inside Midtown Eats with bento sets, donburi, specialty maki rolls, poke, and a kids menu. Fish delivered fresh daily. Card only. Free validated parking.

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Domo Cafe | Kahala
5$$

Domo Cafe | Kahala

Sushi Restaurant
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Doraku Sushi Kaka'ako
6$$

Doraku Sushi Kaka'ako

Kakaʻako·Sushi Restaurant

Modern Japanese gastropub specializing in craft cocktails, Izakaya cuisine & innovative sushi.

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Doraku Sushi Waikiki
7$$

Doraku Sushi Waikiki

Waikiki·Sushi Restaurant

Modern Japanese gastropub specializing in craft cocktails, Izakaya cuisine & innovative sushi.

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Furusato Sushi
8$$

Furusato Sushi

Waikiki·Sushi Restaurant

Snug sushi house for classic rolls, seafood salads & Japanese mains in colorful, homey quarters.

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Genki Sushi
9$$

Genki Sushi

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant

Diners pluck sushi & maki rolls from a moving conveyor belt at this Japan-based chain outpost.

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hana no sato
10$

hana no sato

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant

Sashimi, maki & other Japanese eats offered in a snug, comfy space with sushi bar seating.

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Hawaii Sushi
11$$

Hawaii Sushi

Sushi Restaurant

Cheerful counter-service place offering sashimi, rolls & rice bowls featuring local fish.

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Hihimanu Sushi
12$$$$

Hihimanu Sushi

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant
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Hiro No Uchi
13$$$$

Hiro No Uchi

Chinatown·Sushi Restaurant
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Honolulu Sushi
14$$

Honolulu Sushi

Waikiki·Sushi Restaurant
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Imanas Tei Restaurant | Sushi • Izakaya
15$$

Imanas Tei Restaurant | Sushi • Izakaya

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant

Traditional Japanese seafood with creative twists served in a cozy, stylish, bamboo-accented space.

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Izakaya Nonbei
16$$$

Izakaya Nonbei

Kapahulu·Japanese Restaurant
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Izakaya Uosan
17$$$$

Izakaya Uosan

Kakaʻako·Japanese Restaurant
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Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera
18$$$$

Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera

Moiliili·Sushi Restaurant
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Kan Sushi
19$$$

Kan Sushi

Sushi Restaurant
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Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo
20$$$$

Katsumidori Sushi Tokyo

Sushi Restaurant
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Kozo Sushi
21$

Kozo Sushi

Kaimuki·Sushi Restaurant

Japanese take-out spot serving a variety of sushi rolls, plus bento & udon options.

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Kozo Sushi Kapahulu
22$

Kozo Sushi Kapahulu

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant

Outpost of an Osaka-based chain serving sushi & other basic Japanese eats in a no-frills setting.

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Kozo Sushi Moiliili
23$

Kozo Sushi Moiliili

Moiliili·Sushi Restaurant

Japanese take-out spot serving a variety of sushi rolls, plus bento & udon options.

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KuruKuru Sushi - Kahala Mall
24$$

KuruKuru Sushi - Kahala Mall

Kaimuki·Sushi Restaurant

Vibrant restaurant offering traditional floating sushi, along with other Japanese standards.

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Maguro Spot
25$

Maguro Spot

Waikiki·Sushi Restaurant

Maguro Spot brings sushi to Waikiki at a budget-friendly price point. Family-friendly casual dining.

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Maguro-ya
26$$$

Maguro-ya

Kaimuki·Sushi Restaurant

Long-standing Japanese eatery known for sushi & tempura, with sushi bar or table seating.

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Mr Ojisan Neo Bar & Sushi
27$$

Mr Ojisan Neo Bar & Sushi

Moiliili·Japanese Restaurant

Bustling fixture that's been serving up classic Japanese fare in a tiny setting for decades.

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Ninja Sushi Honolulu
28$$

Ninja Sushi Honolulu

Sushi Restaurant

Counter-serve Japanese chain offering sushi, udon, donburi & bento in a casual setting.

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Nori Bar Hawaii
29$$$$

Nori Bar Hawaii

Kakaʻako·Sushi Restaurant
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Omakase By Aung
30$$$$

Omakase By Aung

Kapahulu·Sushi Restaurant
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At the top of the list you'll find Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako — one of my personal recommendations and a genuinely fun place to enjoy $3 happy hour sushi rolls while catching live sports on NFL Sunday Ticket. Kanoya Sushi Grill and Bar in the Ala Moana area is another spot I personally recommend, great for a sit-down sushi-and-bar experience. Further down the list, well-regarded spots like Doraku Sushi Kakaʻako and Genki Sushi in Kapahulu round things out — Doraku is known for its modern Japanese gastropub style and innovative rolls, while Genki is popular for its classic conveyor-belt sushi experience.

Spots I've personally been to carry the NateEatsHawaii badge on the page — look for it to see which restaurants have earned my verified seal. Whether you're after omakase dining, casual rolls, or sushi on a budget, Honolulu's scene has something for every craving.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the best sushi restaurant in Honolulu?

Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako tops this curated guide as a NateEatsHawaii-verified pick, offering $3 happy hour sushi rolls, omakase dining, and a dog-friendly patio at SALT Kakaako. Kanoya Sushi Grill and Bar in the Ala Moana area is another verified recommendation worth checking out.

Where can I find affordable sushi in Honolulu?

Pitch Sports Bar's $3 happy hour sushi rolls are hard to beat for value, and Genki Sushi in Kapahulu — a Japan-based conveyor-belt chain — is a popular pick for wallet-friendly sushi without sacrificing variety.

How is this sushi guide put together, and is it kept up to date?

This is a curated BEST guide: our editors' personally verified picks appear first (marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge), followed by Honolulu's top-rated sushi spots based on real visitor ratings collected on the site. The list is reviewed regularly as new restaurants open and ratings change across the 57 qualifying spots.

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