Artfully presented Japanese-Hawaiian cuisine includes specialty sushi rolls & classic izakaya eats. Based on 78 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 3.7 stars. Price $$$
Address:
68-1330 Mauna Lani Dr #111, Waimea, HI 96743
Phone: (808) 887-2711
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Chas Kidder
Amazingly fresh sushi. We ordered what our server recommended and it did not disappoint. We planned on going to Sansei but when we called at 3:30pm they said they were booked with reservations for the night. We called Monstera and they were happy to seat our party of 4 right when they opened at 5:30. Service was super friendly, a little slow as we waited for the green tea ice cream dessert but worth the wait. Again the food did not disappoint. The tuna tataki, the spicy tuna roll with crunchies and volcano roll were all delicious. And the bartender makes a fantastic Mai Tai!
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Jennifer Petersen
Sushi was not good. Didn’t try the noodles so maybe those are ok??? The only reason this place is priced high is because of location, in an area where the stores are very nice. The sushi fell apart, didn’t taste good at all, and as a garnish with one of our rolls were slivers of raw onions?!?!?! Would not go back here for sushi. The waiters were really nice. So they have that going for them.
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Natalie Hammond
Very accommodating even though we had no reservation. Sitting at the sushi bar was awesome, and Brandon was the best! The sushi was delicious, and the atmosphere warm and inviting. Good value for price, especially the sushi rolls. Would definitely go back!
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Liza S
There wasn’t anything outstanding about this place that justified it’s high rating. We waited 5 minutes at the entrance before anyone tried us. The hostess who seated us was extremely rude. We didn’t have reservations but the place was half empty.
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Peter Schulte
We enjoyed balcony dining while waiting for the free hula and fire dancers. We’d been there enjoying the shops, the giant palms and other places nearby during the afternoon. My wife had a sushi roll and a mixed drink. I had a seafood salad and Pinot Grigio. Service, taste and prices were just fine! We would love to go back again!
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Justin Hoffman
My wife and went here after reading the good reviews. Mistake. The only thing getting this place 2 stars was the gyoza and miso soup which are simple dishes but were really good. Our main course was a spier roll and volcano roll. They use way too much rice in making the rolls, very little shrimp, crab, tuna or whatever you get in your rolls. The flavor was just not there either along with tiny portions. For $75 for 2 people you could find better food elsewhere.
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Adam Fuelling
A fantastic experience here at Monstera. It was my first visit and this first impression went quite well. The fish was fresh and delicious, and the service was above and beyond what we were expecting. Even the owners were there working hard, ensuring that our experience was top-notch. One owner is the main sushi chef who manages the sushi bar. Wesley, the other owner, was interacting with us and other guests. A great guy with a down to earth personality.
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Kelly Marsh
We had a few of rolls and one of the noodle dishes. A couple of the rolls were so wide that there really wasn’t a good way to eat it. I’d also say some of the sushi rolls might have been on the pricey side (we had to stop ourselves from accidentally ordering a $22 roll (shrimp tempura). Overall quite good.
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Jessica McAvoy
We had a very lackluster meal. Felt really over priced for the overall experience. Small things like paper napkins and the quality control of what comes to the table was lacking for the price point.
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Matt Guido
Ate here on our last trip to the Big Island. Food was outstanding. One of the best overall we’ve had on any of the islands over the years. Loved the sake recommendations too. My wife & I will definitely be back!
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