Best places: Sushi restaurants in Hawaii

😠 We had a little "hair-raising" adventure at the sushi spot last night. Picture this: our sushi roll arrives, and surprise! There's a long hair nestled in there, uninvited. Instant appetite vanishing act. Then came the poke bowl, and let's just say it didn't exactly "bowl" us over with flavor. It ta...

Refined destination for upscale, chef-driven Japanese fare in a stylish setting with only 10 seats.

Rustic, family-owned eatery offering poké, traditional & modern sushi & other Japanese dishes.

Hawaiian chain is a go-to for mahi mahi, shellfish & sushi served in a simple, casual space.

Sushi burritos, maki rolls & poke bowls from local fish are served from a walk-up window.

👍👍 Can't tell you how many times I've been here; I love this restaurant. It's located in the Brew Block across from the Kona Brewing Company. If you time it right, when it opens, the service is excellent and the food comes out quickly. It's a small place, but the quality of food is phenomenal! Have you...

Japanese specialties include inventive sushi rolls & tempura in a festive space with late hours.

Simple conveyor-belt sushi restaurant offering classic rolls & Japanese eats in an informal setting.

👍👍 Truly one of the coolest spots in Maui. Having lived in Japan, this place was really like my good old days on the island of Okinawa. The couple who runs the joint, well, they’re the sweetest most gentle souls. The food was amazing, well thought out and prepared. The ambiance was heart warming and th...

Airy sushi house with patio dining & a laid-back vibe dishing up classic rolls, sashimi & tempura.

This warm, tropical-style bar at the upscale Grand Hyatt specializes in sushi & craft cocktails.

👍 I have been to this place twice before, but this time was by far the best. The guy making our food was a true showman and really engaged not only the adults, but the children as well. The entire experience was great because of his showmanship and his willingness to put on a show for us.

An easygoing option for expertly prepared sushi (served omakase or à la carte) & signature desserts.

Japanese eatery offers sushi & elaborately prepared omakase multicourse meals in a simple space.

Stylish spot for sushi & Japanese fare, plus a full bar, traditional floor seating & outdoor patio.

Casual eatery with a warm vibe offering classic Japanese sushi, grilled meats & noodles.

Understated strip-mall restaurant serving sushi & creative Asian-fusion cuisine.

😐 On one of our last nights in Maui, I decided to give Oao (pronounced "wow") a try based on some reviews I read, and its proximity to where we were staying. I would classify this as "meh" instead of "wow." It was the only meal of the trip that I would classify as disappointing. First red flag was no...

👍👍 Lunch prices are pretty unbelievably low for such high quality sushi and service. The staff were friendly, available, and helpful, and indulgent of the 6 month old in our party. The restaurant was clean and safe, and the food was very tasty. The fish was high quality and the rolls were made to order...

Small, bustling standby serving both familiar & inventive Japanese dishes in a simple setting.