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Nami Kaze, Honolulu, HI
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Nami Kaze

$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 36 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for brunch
Nami Kaze Hawaii is the story of Chef Jason Peel’s culinary journey. Combining the flavors from his hometown of Kaua‘i, and the decades of experience working for some of Hawai‘i’s top culinary leaders, including Ian Ruso of Michele’s at the Colony Surf and Roy Yamaguchi, Nami Kaze Hawaii is a unique melting pot of culinary creativity. With a farmer-focused approach, guests can expect to embark on a culinary adventure, enjoying creations that reflect Peel’s appreciation for the produce and provisions found throughout the state.

Nami Kaze Hawaii is currently open for brunch and dinner, Wednesday through Sunday. Nami Kaze Hawaii's brunch menu offers a unique take on local Hawaii brunch favorites, while its dinner menu features izayaka-style share plates with plans to debut a sushi omakase-style bar in 2023. For additional information or to make a reservation, visit www.namikaze.com.

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Executive chef: Jason Peel

From the OpenTable editors: Chef Jason Peel is known nationally as the former executive chef for Roy’s Waikiki and beloved locally as a cooking instructor at the Culinary Institute of the Pacific. He opened his own restaurant Nami Kaze in 2022, quickly scoring a couple of James Beard Award nominations for izakaya-style small plates, both hot and cold, that star ingredients from favorite local farmers and fishermen. Be sure to try the hamachi rolls, plus the honey walnut shrimp stacked on waffles at brunch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 888-6264
  • Website
    http://www.namikaze.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    1135 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817-4522
  • Area
    Kalihi-Palama
  • Cross Street
    Located at Pier 38 next to Nico's
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Menu is based on produce availability and is subject to change

APPETIZERS

  • Ulu TotsUS$13.00

    Hide's Sticky Sauce, Parmesan Cheese

    • Roasted Japanese EggplantUS$15.00

      Tomato Miso, Puffed Wild Rice, Yuzu Kosho, Aioli

      • Brussel SproutsUS$14.00

        Maui Gold Pineapple, Nuc Chom

        • Braised ClamsUS$34.00

          Natto Garlic Sake Butter, Fresh Herbs, House Bread

          • Roasted Spanish OctopusUS$29.00

            Gochugaru Piripiri, Labneh, Pickles, Herbs

            • Lobster ChawanmushiUS$16.00

              Braised Lobster, Truffle Ankake Sauce

              • Roasted TomatoUS$15.00

                Miso Bagna Cauda, Burrata, House Bread

                SALADS

                • Pickled Beet SaladUS$16.00

                  Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Spinach, Cara Cara Orange, Yuzu Mustard Vinaigrette

                  • Hau'ula Tomato & Burrata SaladUS$17.00

                    Cucumber, Radish, Tomato, Grape, Creamy Ponzu Dressing

                    • Marinated Eggplant SaladUS$13.00

                      Daikon, Kaiware Sprouts, Wasabi Oil, Ginger Tentsuyu

                      • Mixed Green Summer RollUS$13.00

                        Pickled Vegetables, Local Vegetables & Herbs, Peanut Satay Sauce

                        • Lobster BLT CaesarUS$22.00

                          Baby Romaine, Hau'ula Tomatoes, Crispy Bacon, Asian Remoulade, Garlic Croutons

                          • Mrs. Cheng's Tofu SaladUS$16.00

                            Smoked Tomato, Hijiki, Sizzled Scallions, House Ponzu

                            ENTREES

                            • Tomato Miso Black CodUS$43.00

                              Black Garlic Cucumber Vierge, Charred Bok Choi, White Rice

                              • Steamed Hawaiian KanpachiUS$41.00

                                Truffle Onion Relish, Roasted Onion & Bone Broth, White Rice

                                • Glory Bay SalmonUS$40.00

                                  Kung Pao Glaze, Nami Kaze Chili Oil, Chili Crisps, Peanuts, Bok Choi, White Rice

                                  • Seared Hokkaido ScallopsUS$42.00

                                    Cauliflower Puree, Red Curry Carrot Butter, Choi Sum, White Rice

                                    • Mountain View Dairy Pork BellyUS$34.00

                                      Okonomiyaki Gel, Ginger Congee, Brussel Sprouts, Kizami Wasabi

                                      • Lemongrass Chili Smoked Lamb RackUS$46.00

                                        Sweet Potato, Lilikoi Gastrique, Chili Hoisin Sauce, Wing Beans

                                        • Hapa Cattle Co. Short RibUS$42.00

                                          Kare Kare Style, Roasted Eggplant, Green Bean Salad, Crushed Peanuts, Local Herbs, White Rice

                                          • Tristan Lobster PastaUS$40.00

                                            Singapore Chili Garlic Sauce, Zucchini, House Butter, Parmesan Cheese

                                            SPECIALTY ROLLS

                                            • Miso EggplantUS$18.00

                                              Asparagus, Cucumber, Takuwan, Tomato Miso, Sweet Soy, Kewpie Mayo

                                              • Surf & TurfUS$24.00

                                                Shrimp Tempura, Avocado, Local Beef, Tentsuyu Gel, Garlic Aioli

                                                • Tsu-NamiUS$24.00

                                                  Snow Crab Salad, Charred Scallion, Cucumber, Hamachi, Thai Chili Yuzu Gel, Yukari

                                                  • Amber-JackedUS$20.00

                                                    Kona Kanpachi, Japanese Hamachi, Kizami Wasabi, Ginger Scallion, Ponzu Gel

                                                    • FutomakiUS$23.00

                                                      Crispy Soft Shell Crab, Unagi, Cucumber. Takuwan, Avocado, Local Greens, Chili Mayo

                                                      • Pika-Chuna RollUS$25.00

                                                        Spicy Ahi, Cucumber, Sprouts, Ahi, Jalapeno, Onion, Ginger Soy Glaze

                                                        URAMAKI

                                                        • CaliforniaUS$14.00

                                                          Snow Crab Salad, Avocado, Cucumber, Tobiko

                                                          • Spicy TunaUS$13.00

                                                            Cucumber, Kaiware Sprout, Sesame Seed

                                                            FROM THE SUSHI BAR

                                                            • Kanpachi CrudoUS$27.00

                                                              Yuzu, Smoked Tomato, Wasabi Oil, Sea Asparagus

                                                              • Hamachi CrudoUS$25.00

                                                                Mentaiko, Jalapeno, Wasabi Oil, House Ponzu

                                                                • Sashimi MoriawaseUS$55.00

                                                                  5 Types of Fresh Local & Japan Fish

                                                                  • Oysters (SEASONAL)US$13.00

                                                                    Raw, Pickled Garlic, Jalapeno, Tosazu (3 Pieces)

                                                                    • Japan Nigiri SamplerUS$45.00

                                                                      Ma Saba, Hotate, Shima Aji, Uni

                                                                      • Uni & Ikura DonUS$35.00

                                                                        Miso Soup

                                                                        AHI (FRESH ISLAND FISH)

                                                                        • PokeUS$21.00

                                                                          Choice of: Hapa Boy, Spicy Mayo, Garlic Miso, Wasabi Ginger, Spicy Black Bean

                                                                          • TartareUS$18.00

                                                                            Egg Yolk Jam, Ume Gel, Thai Chili, Sea Asparagus, Sesame Rice Cracker

                                                                            SIDES

                                                                            • Roasted Green BeansUS$14.00

                                                                              Spicy Garlic Glaze, Chili Crisps

                                                                              • Charred Bok ChoiUS$13.00

                                                                                Shio Konbu Nametake Relish, Sizzled Scallions

                                                                                • Grandma's Potato SaladUS$12.00

                                                                                  Smoked Trout Roe

                                                                                  • Tempura Onion RingsUS$7.00

                                                                                    • Potato FriesUS$7.00

                                                                                      • White RiceUS$3.00

                                                                                        • Sushi RiceUS$3.50

                                                                                          • Miso SoupUS$3.00

                                                                                            • Maze GohanUS$6.00

                                                                                              • Asian Potato SaladUS$13.00

                                                                                                • House BreadUS$5.00

                                                                                                  Last updated: 19 January 2025

                                                                                                  What 1,556 people are saying

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                  4.8
                                                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.4Value

                                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                  Diners' Choice Awards

                                                                                                  • Hawaii

                                                                                                    Seafood

                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Nami Kaze offers "excellent fusion dishes" with a creative menu that elevates island flavors. Guests praise its "outstanding service," "delicious food," and "fantastic ambiance." Highlights include unique presentations, local ingredients, and a friendly atmosphere. Despite occasional service hiccups, it's "head and shoulders the best meal" with "spectacular" culinary experiences.

                                                                                                  1,556 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. Sharon

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    89 reviews

                                                                                                    1.0

                                                                                                    89 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 1
                                                                                                    2. Food 1
                                                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    This had been our favorite restaurant on Oahu since it opened and I have written multiple rave reviews since our first of many visits. It's such a shame that they have made so many dramatic changes to the menu! We miss the exciting and creative sharable plates and never had a bite of food that wasn't fantastic! Why change the menu to be like every other restaurant in town when you had something special going? And, what happened to the reliable and consistent service? There were many open tables which was unusual for a Saturday night. After being seated for 45 mins without ANY food on our table, we asked the waiter if there was a problem with our order. He checked and returned (empty handed) , apologized and said it would only be a few more minutes. He walked by our table again after we had waited another 15 mins. We asked him once again and he again apologized and said it would be a few more minutes. At that point after being seated for 60 mins without anything to eat, we told him we weren't waiting any longer and we very sadly left and won't be back.

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                                                                                                  2. David

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    London

                                                                                                    81 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    81 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Great food. Highlights were the Lobster Chawanmushi, lobster pasta and the desserts were great too. Well done!

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                                                                                                  3. Monique

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Perfect in every way! Impeccable service and the best meal we had while vacationing on O’ahu. Fine dining without the pretense and fuss. We will return!

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                                                                                                  4. Cynthia

                                                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    8 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Music a little loud would love the side room but it is very drab. Nonetheless the service and food is outstanding!!! We always want to try new items but there are certain tried and true menu items. We were excited to try the new menu for 2025 and it was awesome! Definitely will be back again. Server was super nice and patient with us.

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                                                                                                  5. Maria

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    We visited this place last year. This time around was better. Portions are bigger than before.

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                                                                                                  6. James

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    The smoked lamb rack was one of the best things I've ever eaten. Highly recommend!

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                                                                                                  7. Christine

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Food and Service were amazing, will be back for sure. Tables were a little too close, but will still go back.

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                                                                                                  8. Bonnie

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    Very creative menu. Just a bit disappointed that the octopus was not as tender as before. The flavor was there. The scallops were tender and delicious.

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                                                                                                  9. Johanna

                                                                                                    Hawaii

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                                    2. Food 1
                                                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    I’ve had great experiences at Nami Kaze before, so I was disappointed when I had a poor experience with their new menu. The waiter recommended the braised beef and it was so tough! I had a hard time trying to pull it apart to eat it. The fish for poke is great quality, but the seasoning we got was bland. The crunchy green bean side was pretty spicy. We had a reservation but the waiter barely had time for us, prolonging our time there by an hour. The prices are worth it when the food and service are great, unfortunately that wasn’t the case during my last visit.

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                                                                                                  10. Sandra

                                                                                                    Greater Boston

                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                                    12 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    Good but not quite up to expectations and pricy. TVs like a sports bar.

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                                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                                  Nami Kaze offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 888-6264.

                                                                                                  Nami Kaze is rated 4.8 stars by 1556 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  19:00
                                                                                                  Booked 36 times today

                                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                                  Google Map for Nami Kaze

                                                                                                  1135 N Nimitz Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96817-4522

                                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                                    Located at Pier 38 next to Nico's
                                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                                    Kalihi-Palama
                                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                    Brunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–1:30 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Seafood, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    Public Lot
                                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                    Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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