Kunio - Waipahu

The food at this restaurant has always been excellent, as has the service. Even on the busiest days, the food comes out quickly. The main issue is the wait for... read more The food at this restaurant has always been excellent, as has the service. Even on the busiest days, the food comes out quickly. The main issue is the wait for a table, as reservations are not accepted and wait times can be up to an hour. It is a good idea to arrive when they open or during off-peak times. On this visit, both bathroom toilets were not working, which was a big inconvenience. The interior is beautifully designed with a pleasing Japanese aesthetic.

I have been coming to Restaurant Kunio for over 15 years, and it is still my favorite Japanese restaurant on Oʻahu, as well as one of my favorite restaurants ov... read more I have been coming to Restaurant Kunio for over 15 years, and it is still my favorite Japanese restaurant on Oʻahu, as well as one of my favorite restaurants overall. The food is consistently delicious, the prices are reasonable, the staff is friendly, and the restaurant maintains an elegant yet unpretentious atmosphere. Thank you for the wonderful memories!

My friend and I stopped by for lunch after hiking the ridge above Hanauma Bay. We both ordered Tempura shrimp and Miso Butter Fish. The meal came with salad, ap... read more My friend and I stopped by for lunch after hiking the ridge above Hanauma Bay. We both ordered Tempura shrimp and Miso Butter Fish. The meal came with salad, appetizer, and miso soup. The shrimp was perfectly breaded and came with soy sauce. The tempura also included some vegetables. The Miso Butter Fish was tender and full of flavor. The service was quick and friendly. The restaurant was located in a shopping area, and the interior was clean and inviting. I will definitely be back to try other items on the menu.

Really love the freshness of the sashimi. We opted for the Chirashi this time and it was super fresh and delicious. The sushi chef did a great job in the choice... read more Really love the freshness of the sashimi. We opted for the Chirashi this time and it was super fresh and delicious. The sushi chef did a great job in the choices of fish. And the cuts of the pieces thick pieces. See the attached photo. We sat at the bar and watched the chefs whip up delicious rolls and other sashimi dishes. We look forward to going back and that time, we will order some of the special rolls.

Pretty good Japanese food. One of the few places that still have chawanmushi. It does get busy so we tend to go about 445p for dinner. 2 choice bento was tasty.... read more Pretty good Japanese food. One of the few places that still have chawanmushi. It does get busy so we tend to go about 445p for dinner. 2 choice bento was tasty. Staff was friendly.