Sushi Izakaya Gaku - Honolulu

The sushi was pretty good and standard I think. They definitely did not surprise me for the price you pay. However, their appetizers and small dishes are really. Just what I didn't like was the fried chicken! It was Bland and didn't come with a sauce.

Had the mixed macaque (3 appetizers, along with nigiri and sashimi), which was delicious! Fresh, high quality fish directly from Japan with delicious appetizers. Authentic Japanese food with friendly workers and great food!

Legit sushi and sashimi. James beard semi-finalist, and it shows. Chefs trained under michelin s and you can see it. Gotta make reservations, plan to eat a lot and spend some dough, but it's worth it. Actually, if you order reasonably, it doesn't have to be expensive, but in my humble opinion, if you're going to try gaku, you should try omakase sushi and/or sashimi. They always have the freshest fish that are in season, and will deal you the finest hand. Take an uber, drink sake, make a night out of it. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. Even for a sushi novice, let them know your apprehensions and they'll steer you in the right direction. (I only took 1 photo of the food because I was too busy slamming it in my face. The one food photo was of my wife's piece after I already ate mine)

The food is good, the service is good, the chefs are wonderful. Whatever you ask, they does.

Best sushi ever with great atmosphere. Highly recommended and english friendly.