we looked for an omakase experience in Oahu and felt that Aki delivered. While it was not our first choice, we thoroughly enjoyed the dishes and the cozy ambiance from the chef and staff. 21-piece course omakase: Tried something I have not had in omakase..fish testicles! wow. While it was well prepared and tasted delicious, I do not like fatty guts much (e.g. liver) so this might not be something I will look forward to ordering in the future. Fresh and attentively prepared pieces! I am no connoisseur in sake. They have a decent selection of styles to choose from and I also enjoyed a plum wine on the rocks. Parking is in a paid lot, not validated.

OK We are foodies who have been to Tokyo, and all over the place at great restaurants. Aki flat out just served us the best sushi weve ever ever had by a long way. We ordered Ala Carte and take out from an omakase sushi place. Not only were the staff super fun and polite, they weren't put off in any way by our take out request. The sushi was insane. The highest quality weve ever had. Straight up, I dont think enough people understand that theres this hidden gem in a Kaimuki run down back alley building. Mitches used to be the GOTO but it's not even close. I wish I could get the photos loaded cause top to bottom our order was insane. OK the Folks working there were also so super accommodating and humble. That is all.

Fantastic Very nice cozy space Delicious menu ( change monthly ) I could feel the passion of chef toward sushi you must try

I was looking for quality sushi place for lunch. There are very few omakase place open for lunch. Boy i was lucky to found this tiny sushi place from Yelp. Sushi Ali is such an intimate and cure place in Kaimuki but offers big flavor. It's reservations only. i brought my brother and his wife from Taiwan with total of 5 people, sitting at the counter. I am pleased to find that omakase is required for not everyone. We ordered two 21 courses omakase and other sushi/sashimi to share. The most memorable dish is the seared shirako (fish sperm sacs). This is the first time I tried and it's so creamy. The service is good and sushi chef is awesome. Highly recommend!

Sushi Aki is a quaint little sushi restaurant tucked away in a plaza in Honolulu. While it might be a bit challenging to find due to the lack of signage, the intimate and cozy atmosphere inside makes it well worth the search. They offer 2 omakase options - 19-piece omakase and 21-piece omakase. I opted for the 19-piece omakase, which offered a delightful variety of fresh and high-quality sushi. The pace was quite fast, which worked perfectly for me as I had a flight to catch. One unique aspect of dining experience at Sushi Aki is that not everyone in your group is required to participate in their omakase experience. If someone in your group wants to order from their a la carte menu then that is totally fine too. My 19-piece omakase included- 1. Bluefin tuna and rock bream sashimi 2. Striped Jack sushi 3. Seared bonito 4. Flounder sushi 5. Salmon roe 6. Chilled corn soup 7. Rolled egg omlete 8. Seared scallop 9. Steamed egg with snor crab and shitake 10. Saltwater Eel and vegetable tempura 11. Seared vinegar cured Mackerel 12. Black sea bream 13. Abalone in liver sauce 14. Chutoro 15. Sea Eel 16. Tuna skinny roll 17. Yellowtail 18. Seaweed miso soup 19. Dessert The highlights for me were the sea eel, melt-in-your-mouth chutoro, mackerel, black sea bream, scallop, and the delicious chilled corn soup. The 2 courses that fell short were the dessert and the abalone in liver sauce. The dessert was basically tangerine with tasteless jelly. And the abalone was a bit chewy. Overall the dining experience was great. The intimate setting allowed for interactions with other diners, adding to the charm of the restaurant. If you're looking for a good sushi experience in Honolulu, Sushi Aki is definitely worth a visit.

First of all I want to congratulate Sushi Aki on 1 year of business in Kaimuki! This small door is right when you walk in to the unassuming location in the parking lot. You walk in and there should be a door right to your left. Please do not confuse Restaurant Aki with Sushi Aki. Restaurant Aki is the regular Izakaya/Yakitori location, and Sushi Aki is a separate entity as the sister restaurant. The experience was top notch and at a 19-course omakase with a bonus sushi at the end which would actually equate to a 20-course omakase for $135 this is an extremely good deal. The sushi chef was extremely skilled and I am always extremely impressed at the dedication and skill that these chefs possess in making everything perfect. When molding the rice to wrapping it, and even the way the fish is cut to accentuate the taste of the fish it is all choreographed perfectly. The waitress was also extremely attentive and helpful in making our experience great. Overall an amazing experience. I definitely would want to go again with my family or friends. Standouts for me were the chawanmushi which is probably the best one I've ever had. Limited ingredients in the mixture really allowed for the flavors to be expressed even more in the dish. The chutoro is and HAS ALWAYS been my all-time favorite so you already know I loved it. The anago (eel) was melt-in-your mouth, and the chef did an amazing job of prepping certain seafood that I usually am not crazy about, yet everything tasted so good I have no complaints. LOL! The ambiance was exclusive. Counter seating only with a small private room in the corner. Albeit a little bit cramped once more people started trickling in, but a great experience to sit right in front of the chef and watch him do his thing. I hope Sushi Aki stays for a long long time forever because I will be dreaming of this omakase meal forever. LOL

Amazing omakase experience. Definitely going back!! Felt like we were in Japan again and everything was so delicious. Excellent service and intimate ambiance with regulars.

Wowowoow. I'm always wary of places promoted by Instagram because it's often the decor that's stellar while the food is lackluster. But we took the chance to try this place out while here on vacation. The price for their 19 course is crazily affordable at $130 pp. The fish is flown in from Hokkaido fresh, and the chefs are trained in Japan. Our chef was so masterful in handling the fish. Each bite was exquisite and it was so hard to choose a favorite. I'll be dreaming of this meal for a while. Our server was extremely friendly but not over the top in tending to us. I would gladly come back here time and time again and I'm so sad I'm not local to do so. I hope this place makes it because it was such a gem. It's located next door to their sister restaurant and it can be easy to miss but look for a black door and signage.

After spotting it on IG touted as an affordable omakase haven, we decided to give it a try. Making a reservation over the phone was a breeze, and for our party, we opted for the 19-course extravaganza at $135. The sushi journey that followed was wonderful. Fresh, delicious, and downright amazing, each course was a testament to the chef's skill and the quality of ingredients. What caught me by surprise was the thoughtful touch of offering a bonus sushi at the end, allowing us a second helping of any sushi course. My only feedback is that there could have been a course with uni (sea urchin) that would have made this a perfect meal. Despite being pleasantly full, this unexpected delight was a standout moment. Service was impeccable, with a staff that was not only friendly but also remarkably courteous and attentive. They added a layer of warmth to an already delightful dining experience. For parking, there are paid options on the street or in a public lot, but the bonus is free parking outside business hours, making it convenient for patrons.