Top pick1$$Doraku Sushi Kaka'ako
Kakaʻako·Sushi Restaurant
Modern Japanese gastropub specializing in craft cocktails, Izakaya cuisine & innovative sushi.
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Kakaʻako has quietly become one of Oahu's most exciting neighborhoods for sushi, and this list ranks the best of it using real visitor ratings collected right here on NateEatsHawaii. Whether you're after creative rolls, classic sashimi, or a full izakaya spread, there's something in this corner of Honolulu for every sushi lover.
The list spans everything from Doraku Sushi Kakaʻako — a modern Japanese gastropub known for innovative sushi and craft cocktails — to Kats Sushi, an unassuming local favorite celebrated for its all-you-can-eat rolls and casual BYOB vibe. Yanagi Sushi rounds out the conversation with inventive rolls and late-night hours that keep sushi fans coming back.
All 7 qualifying sushi restaurants in Kakaʻako are ranked purely by real visitor ratings submitted on the site. Spots that Nate has personally visited carry the NateEatsHawaii badge — keep an eye out for it as you browse the full rankings below.
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Top pick1$$Modern Japanese gastropub specializing in craft cocktails, Izakaya cuisine & innovative sushi.
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5$$Japanese specialties include inventive sushi rolls & tempura in a festive space with late hours.
6$$Unassuming Japanese spot known for array of all-you-can-eat sushi rolls in a casual, BYOB setting.
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Based on real visitor ratings on NateEatsHawaii, Doraku Sushi Kakaʻako currently ranks #1 — it's well known for its modern take on Japanese izakaya cuisine and inventive sushi rolls paired with craft cocktails.
Kats Sushi is a popular budget-friendly option in Kakaʻako, known for its all-you-can-eat sushi rolls in a casual, BYOB setting — a great pick if you want plenty of sushi without a big bill.
Rankings are based entirely on real visitor ratings submitted on NateEatsHawaii and are refreshed regularly as new ratings come in, so the list always reflects the most current diner sentiment.