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Kanoya Sushi Grill and Bar
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Best Sushi on Oahu
Oahu has one of the most exciting sushi scenes in the country — and with 92 qualifying spots on the island, narrowing it down takes real work. I pulled together this curated guide combining my own verified picks with the best-rated sushi restaurants across the island, from Kakaako to Kailua to the North Shore.
3 visitor-rated3 Nate-recommendedUpdated September 2026
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At the top of my list is Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako, which I personally recommend — it's a rare find where $3 happy hour sushi rolls, omakase dining, and NFL Sunday Ticket all live under one roof at SALT Kakaako, plus a dog-friendly patio. I also recommend Kanoya Sushi Grill and Bar in the Ala Moana area, another spot that earns the NateEatsHawaii verified badge. Beyond my own picks, spots like Banzai Sushi Bar on the North Shore (known for its stylish setting and outdoor patio) and the Doraku Sushi locations (a modern Japanese gastropub group popular for craft cocktails and innovative rolls) round out the island's finest.
Every spot on this list is backed by real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii. Restaurants I've personally been to are marked with the NateEatsHawaii badge — look for it as you browse to see which spots carry my firsthand stamp of approval.
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What is the best sushi restaurant on Oahu?
Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako is our editors' top personal recommendation, offering a unique combo of $3 happy hour sushi rolls and full omakase dining. Kanoya Sushi Grill and Bar in the Ala Moana area is another of our editors' verified picks worth checking out.
Where can I find affordable sushi on Oahu?
Pitch Sports Bar in Kakaako is a standout for value, with $3 happy hour sushi rolls. Keep an eye on happy hour times at other spots on this list, as many Oahu sushi restaurants offer discounted rolls and drinks during off-peak hours.
How is this Oahu sushi guide put together and is it kept up to date?
This is a curated guide that leads with our editors' personally verified picks, followed by the highest-rated sushi spots on Oahu according to real visitor ratings collected on NateEatsHawaii. The list is reviewed and updated regularly to reflect new openings and changes across the island's 92+ sushi restaurants.
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