Based on 21 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.8 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ No takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
355 Royal Hawaiian Ave Ste 200, Honolulu, HI 96815
Phone: (808) 425-4568
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Hours
| Saturday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–9 PM |
| Friday | 5:30–9 PM |
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Reviews
Lyle Harrington
This was hands down the BEST dining experience I enjoyed during my time in Waikiki. I had dinner here with my girlfriend on 8/23/2023. Everything from the moment we entered the door was exceptional!
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Jasper Louie
Very friendly staff and delicious food. The staff was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the menu, and they had great recommendations about what to order. The izakaya set is definitely good value for what you get, and if you like uni and can afford it, I recommend adding the uni rice, it was very delicious. Ambiance was fairly nice but some of the light fixtures were flickering while we were there. I care much more about good food than ambiance though, so I’m not going to deduct any points there. My partner and I said we would definitely be willing to come back on a future trip to Honolulu, which is a sure sign that this place is good, because getting into our dining schedule is very competitive, given all the options around here.
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Eric Ackles
agaru is an amazing dining experience mixing casual with fine dining without the price. Had the 9 course Izakaya set and every dish was fantastic. The staff is super friendly and all sociable and very knowledgeable about the cuisine. Will definitely come back to try the new set that gets refreshed every couple of weeks.
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Winston Cubed
The best izakaya tasting menu in Waikiki. Prices are extremely reasonable for Waikiki. For $65 izakaya you get 9 different plates. 6 piece omakase I believe is $65. There is a special omakase on weekends 16 items for $180. I sat at the sushi bar and watched two master chefs, chef Daysen and Chef Steven, preparing izakaya and amazing omakase. The chefs were extremely busy but were very friendly, we enjoyed our meal and conversations with the chefs. Our waitress provided excellent and prompt service. This is a sister restaurant to Miro and the quality is top notch. Validated 3 hour parking at Waikiki Galleria Tower parking off of Lewers St. Make sure you ask the waitress for the parking garage entrance door code as the door to enter the parking garage is locked at night. Excellent food and excellent experience. Loved everything here!
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Regan Murray
My husband and I had the pleasure of dining at the sushi counter last night and it was honestly INCREDIBLE! From beginning to end. We did the tasting menu + chef specials. Not just the food, which was by far the best we’ve had in Hawaii (most definitely the best on Oahu) but the whole restaurant; the vibe, music, ambiance and everything. It was truly top notch! Every dish was perfectly prepared, beautiful, and beyond delicious. It has all the ingredients to rival (and honestly, surpass) any tasting menu restaurant we’ve been to!
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Ky
Renowned chef, Chris Kajioka, brings us his vision of integrating contemporary & modern western influences with a Japanese izakaya. This gem is neatly tucked in Waikiki and you can choose to go with a la carte, omakase, izakaya set, or all 3! The star of the meal was Chef Daysen’s imaginative omakase, which gets updated twice a week. There’s no doubt I’ll be back, as Oahu is now spoiled with having Chef Daysen (originally from Hilo) now serving us his creations!
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Lisa Killingsworth
First visit to Agaru, but definitely not the last. Agaru easily moved into one of the best meals we’ve had here in a long time. The staff were super friendly and joyful, and service was great. The food is familiar, but unique, and the menu is exciting.They let us know that the menu will change a bit in March. We’ll absolutely be back.
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Nathan Kam
There’s something delicious in the works in Waikiki and I’m grateful to Chef Chris Kajioka for the invite and opportunity to get a sneak peek before Agaru opens on December 13. This izakaya offers a playful menu of elevated favorites with great service in an intimate and welcoming atmosphere. The izakaya set was incredible with the oyster, kakuni, gyutan, karaage, potato salad, cabbage and fresh nairagi and salmon all #brokedamout. Not to mention the wafu steak is a must. The ahi tartare with caviar was a highlight as well. I’ll be back again once they open….and hope I’ll be able to get in. Have a feeling this place will be a popular spot for locals and visitors.
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Shana Lee
Came here during my visit from the states and got the 6 piece omakase. The fish is very fresh and high quality. Not only is the presentation beautiful, but everything in the nigiri is in perfect harmony with each other. Lastly, the servers are so unbelievably kind. I cannot recommend this place enough. 5/5 food and 5/5 service!
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Canute Haroldson
You’re on Oahu. You love Japanese food. You like a bit of messing with tradition. Why aren’t you here yet?
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