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What User likes about Sekiya's Rest. Delicatessen:
This was my first visit, and I went in without any expectations, despite the negative reviews I've seen recently. The interiors could use some updates, but aside from that, the service was excellent and the menu was very affordable. We ordered the Mahi Tempura, Chicken Katsu, and Nabeyaki udon. I found the udon broth to be a bit bland and could have used more dashi to suit my taste, but I understand that everyone has... View all feedback.
What User doesn't like about Sekiya's Rest. Delicatessen:
An iconic Japanese okazu and restaurant in Kaimuki that has been serving comfort food since the 1950s. Unfortunately, my recent visit was disappointing and not worth the time or money. The staff seemed oblivious to my presence while I stood by the counter, and even when they finally noticed me, they came across as impatient and disinterested. This experience was a stark contrast to other typical Japanese okazuya, whe... View all feedback.
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Great service, delicious food, and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere make this local restaurant a standout. Their Chicken Yakitori is the best in the city—definitely...
read moreSekiya’s is one of those classic local restaurants that everyone is familiar with, but it appears to be fading in popularity for several reasons. This was my fi...
read moreI was craving some Oyako donburi and had high hopes since it was a house specialty. I was pleasantly surprised to find long rice included in the dish, but overa...
read moreLove the saimin BBQ stick; even though there was only one server for the entire time we were there, Melanie took care of us the best she could.Food: 5/5
This is a local joint that’s popular with folks with who are long time island residents. It’s one of those spots you have to know what to order or you’ll be lef...
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read moreThe food is still excellent, and our waitress was absolutely wonderful. The only disappointment was that there was no orange freeze available, which, as a kid,...
read moreTiming is everything, get there before 1pm after that no moa chance come empty fast, we just made the cut off time and got the last of the hotdogs, chicken, shr...
read moreI'm giving 4 stars just to be fair to the other employees. I've been coming here for over 40 years. Food has always been good and so has service. But not on thi...
read moreAn iconic Japanese okazu and restaurant located in Kaimuki serving comfort food since the 1950's. My recent visit was not worth the time or money. Workers don't...
read moreI really missed enjoying shrimp tempura the way Sekiya's prepares it. We visited on our first day in Oahu, and then we went back another day to get more shrimp...
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read moreGreat food and staff, but the place could definitely use a facelift. You feel like your dinner in the '70s.
An iconic Japanese okazu and restaurant in Kaimuki that has been serving comfort food since the 1950s. Unfortunately, my recent visit was disappointing and not...
read moreMy meal was excellent!! The fog butterfish is a must! Our server was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend this place for lunch or dinner.
This was our favorite place from the 1980s but now it?s awful! The saimin broth tastes fishy is no longer clear but cloudy. The cone sushi rice tastes like salt...
read moreThey used to be great they had 1 waitress who was running around and 2 in the okazuya who were just standing around. The cooks in the back was the worst part. W...
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