Ahh for the love of Andagi! Of course my andagi is the best but when you get lazy and just craving for some fresh crispy hot ones Teruya's is the ONLY place to go!
ANDAGI: Is pretty sized right for the price at a $1 each its tempting not to just get one. The outside is crispy and the taste when biting in to it has the perfect balance of sweetness to it without feeling like your eating a sponge of oil.
SWEET POTATO MOCHI: Its a sticky chewy delicious treat! It's not too sweet and very bite-sized. Although I rather get more of the andagi than these mochi ones.
SHRIMP TEMPURA ROLL: My favorite roll out of the three I always leave hear getting more than one. Im a fan of shrimp tempura and this roll has the right ratio of rice to shrimp meat :P
DONBURI: Cant go wrong with the sukiyaki don! Its my favorite! Its fresh, has great rice to meat ratio and the egg just completes everything! Also the meat is so juicy and not overdone!
This may seem bias but for the bentos I always get the shrimp roll set, it has a little bit of everything and my favorite shrimp tempura. The various veggies and sides that come with it creates a perfect meal!
They sell various Japanese style vegetables as well, such as lotus root, gobo and carrots, seaweed, squash, string beans, side rice, just the shrimp tempura. Its your ones stop shop for Japanese meals and desserts!
The real challenge is the parking. Never the less you can always park across the street where walgreens/petco or the salvation army donation drop off container is and cross the street.
Its all worth it for them hot, crispy and...
Read moreClassic local-Japanese food at its best. Family-owned and operated, Teruya's was located in Ala Moana Shirokiya for 20+ years until it found its rightful place in the heart of Honolulu. All the bentos, donburis, and snacks are made fresh daily with portion size and food quality far exceeding the price. You don't have to be a local at this local spot, there is something for everyone with service that can point you in the right direction if you aren't sure what to order. Homemade andagi (Okinawan donut) and sweet potato mochi should not be passed up if they...
Read moreLove this little shop of goodness! I was looking for quick bentos and Yelp, of course, came through with a suggestion to check out Teruya’s. We ordered bentos over the phone and picked them up. While there, we couldn’t resist the freshly made andagi! You mustn’t leave here without an andagi or two!
As for our delish bentos, hubby and I got a Karaage Chicken bento and a Shrimp Tempura bento. Both were under $7 which is such a great price for a great lunch that hit the spot.
This is a must-try spot if you are...
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