Sushi Ginza Onodera — Restaurant in Honolulu

Reservation - We booked the reservation a week ahead but was not able to seat in the bar, but we were able to be seated privately which was nice. So if you want to have a better spot, try to book it maybe two weeks ahead.

Service - The waiter who served us was young and being very nice and we love chatting with him. One of the things I really like is they will show you a booklet of the fishes you are going to have so you can learn their names. The chef came out after we finish dinning and bowed deeply which made us feel moved. He also did this to other guests waiting outside.

Drink- They offer the wine paring, this time we tried four different types share by two, if you are not an expert, feel free to ask them arrange for you. Different appetizers/sushi goes with different saki. We the black bottle (pic2) it is really fresh and fruity and the bottle in pic 3 if you like strong aroma of rice, it is heavier and creamy.

Food- All the ingredients were fresh, even their prickles maintained great quality. But not impressive by the prices we are paying. Our favorite was the shrimp sushi, really fatty and creamy texture, the bluefin fish toro was not as good as we expected. We had better one in other sushi bar with less price.

Price- a bit pricier. Consider this factor. My rating would be 4.5. They would ask whether you want to upgrade your meal to Wagyu Beef set which would be $50 dollars more, the beef is very soft and tasty but if only for three small chunks of difference I don't think it worth it.

Overall it was a great experiences and I would recommend this place...

This is my second time being here, and it is just as incredible as the first. I went with the Arata with a Blue Fin Tuna Upgrade and a Sake Pairing. From the time you sit to the time you leave, you are being bombarded with delicious treats and education on what you're eating. Everything you enjoy flows seamlessly, from the opening Chawanmushi until your Tamago slices and Dessert at the end. I'd share details about my dinner, but they have a constantly rotating menu because it is an Omakase dinner. It's all chef's choice, as they guide your dinner from start to finish. After it is done, they'll hand you a menu for additional upgrades like Bluefin Steak, Abalone, or Hairy Crab with 24k Gold.

The staff is cordial, and very knowledgeable. Putting your comfort and giving you the best experience possible for Edomae Sushi will have very few to parallel here on Oahu. The only experience I've had that rivals this is SushiSho, if there are those out there that are looking for a comparison.

I will say that this is not by any means a cheap experience, as you'll start on average at $300 a head. And with my aforementioned upgrades and requests for sake you can easily jump this price to double.

With that said, it is an awesome date night that will leave you satisfied... and for bigger eaters out there they have things that will satisfy the palate. I will be coming back here, hopefully more than the once a year I have planned. This is an easy recommendation, that I'm elated to share with as many people as I can who are interested in dining...

We had the $150 per person lunch omakase at Sushi Ginza Onodera, located at 808 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, and it was a delightful experience. The meal included 15 pieces of nigiri, chawanmushi, miso soup, a Japanese omelet, and dessert. Overall, it was excellent value for the price, and we left feeling quite full.

The fish was fresh, with excellent texture and a great variety. Highlights included geoduck, squid, uni, and sweet shrimp. Each piece was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented, showcasing the quality of the ingredients.

The restaurant’s interior design is stunning and very photogenic, adding to the overall experience. The service was truly exceptional—every time a dish was served, the staff showed us pictures of the fish on an iPad, which added a fun and educational touch. Our chef was Japanese and spoke a little Chinese, and he made a wonderful effort to introduce the fish names in Chinese as he served each piece, which we really appreciated.

They also offer a drink menu with some standout options. The plum wine and yuzu beer were particularly enjoyable. I tried a highball with Japanese whisky, but I didn’t enjoy it as much—perhaps it would be better served on the rocks.

After finishing all the courses, you can order additional items, but we were so full we decided not to.

Overall, it was a pleasant experience. While the food didn’t completely blow us away, it was solid, fresh, and enjoyable. Combined with the beautiful ambiance and top-notch service, it’s a great spot for a memorable omakase meal...