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  • 5/5 Alicia L. 2 years ago on Google
    There is no question that guest service is at the forefront of every employees mind when dining at this particular Tanaka of Tokyo. From the time we entered the restaurant we were greeted with exceptional customary Japanese hospitality. The food was absolutely DELICIOUS, packed with flavor, and prepared with such pride that it elevated the entire dining experience. My husband, daughter, and I enjoyed the seafood combination, which included a bountiful lobster tail, calamari, salmon, and scallops. Every single morsel was delectable. My son enjoyed the Utage, which included the deep sea gourmet lobster and the center-cut filet mignon. All entrees included tossed green salad, grilled shrimp, Teppanyaki vegetables, steamed or fried rice, pickled vegetables, miso soup, Japanese green tea and dessert. An abundance of exquisite nourishment topped with 5 star customer service makes this dining experience easily 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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  • 5/5 Andrea R. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is easy to find: the top floor of the Ala Moana. A staff member first took the order and noted any dietary restrictions, then the chef--who held a talk show while cooking--came. They served juicy vegetables such as mushrooms, bean sprouts, and onion, and of course, they cooked the entrée well and as requested. After the meal was finished, the manager came and asked for feedback. To sum up, great food, great virgin cocktails, excellent service!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Spencer Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Great food but the service is what separates this place from most others. Three of four of us ordered a meat entree, however my wife is vegan so they made a fresh veggie special just for her before cooking all the meat. Everything tasted great and we never had empty drinks. The chef was entertaining and did a great job.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dona f. 2 years ago on Google
    We had a great time at Tanaka of Tokyo Ala Moana. This is my favorite place in town. The service and the food is always excellent. I enjoy the atmosphere and it’s so much fun with the whole family. We are always treated very well with exceptional service. The chef is always entertaining and witty. The food servers and the busboys are so polite and professional. I will recommend this awesome restaurant to all my friends and family.

  • 5/5 Valisha F. 4 months ago on Google
    I dine here every time we travel to Oahu. The food and service never disappoints. This is the second time we had Seth as a cook, and the food was seasoned to perfection as usual. Daniel did not let our drinks get to the end. He did a superb job. Thank you all and we will see again soon.

  • 5/5 Ashley M. 6 months ago on Google
    I have been going to Tanaka of Tokyo for almost two decades. We just love the consistent service, the staff and the food is so good! I just had the waygu steak and it just melts in your mouth. They have something for everyone. My son has seafood allergies and the chef made sure he cooked the sea food last. They want to make sure you have the best experience and they will cater to your family wants and needs. Tanaka of Tokyo is our go to restaurant for lunch, dinner and all our family celebrations. Tanaka of Tokyo is locally owned and operated by the Tanaka family. You can enjoy the atmosphere, service and food while supporting local. Another amazing birthday celebration at Tanaka of Tokyo! Mahalo Tanaka of Tokyo family and staff!

  • 5/5 Eileen N. 10 months ago on Google
    Tanaka of Tokyo West was really convenient in the Ala Moana Shopping Center. My daughter and I celebrated her good grades in school and I did not expect the staff to sing her a song with a cake I ordered. The experience was something we would remember forever! Food was awesome as always and Chef Anderson was really funny in his show. There was so much food that we could not finish eating everything! We cannot wait to come back again soon!

  • 4/5 Spencer P. 3 months ago on Google New
    The place was alright, it was definitely a tight fit to where the tables were a lot closer to each other, the atmosphere was good and the vibes in there were also good. Other than that I was also ok with my experience on the food. It could’ve been better but it was ok.

  • 5/5 Krissy C. 7 months ago on Google
    We had a wonderful time celebrating my mom’s birthday here as a family! Excellent service. Delicious food. This is our go to spot for celebrations. You won’t be disappointed.

  • 5/5 John Deron O. 6 months ago on Google
    This is the gold standard for teppan style cooking. Service is amazing. Chefs are always fun and extremely talented. The best quality of meats/seafood and veggies, but their sauce is really unmatched. Fried rice upgrade is a must!

  • 5/5 Hong Sik M. 4 months ago on Google
    The most value-price balanced restaurant in Hawaii. Spent $300 + 15% tips for two but compared to other costly restaurants, this was the most valuable and satisfying restaurant in the island (personal experience)

  • 3/5 Jeremie T. 1 year ago on Google
    Our cousin, my wife and I visited the Ala Moana restaurant in early February 2023 and waited a short while before we were seated. We ordered ribeye steak, lobster and sirloin, and lobster dinner set. The chef came after a long wait to demonstrate his artistic flair and impressed us with the cooking utensils on his hands as he goes about cooking the fried rice and vegetables before the meats and seafood. There were other customers seated together in a circular formation. We found the food satisfactory, with the fried rice was a bit bland and meat over cooked. A lady photographer came to take pictures of the customers, including us, and we were given a postcard group photo, although we did not buy any of the photographs she took, since we came only for dinner. The bill came to USD$173 including tips for the three of us.

  • 5/5 Patrick 2 years ago on Google
    Food was great, served was exceptional. I do advise going with 6 or more people as I saw others in small groups sitting with other people they don’t know.

  • 5/5 Willis M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great place to bring the family, or work team, or friends for a special event or just for a good time. Not inexpensive though, so be prepared for $50-$100 per person, but definitely an enjoyable experience!

  • 5/5 Randal Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Excellent food and entertaining culinary show! At first, I was a bit nervous that the chef would drop his knife as juggling all his tools, but he never dropped anything. I was here with my family of three kids, and they all thoroughly enjoyed the food and show. To top it off, all of the staff were professional, extremely attentive, helpful, and welcoming.

  • 5/5 Nancy S. 2 years ago on Google
    The food is superior! Top grade beef, lobster, and the blackened Ahi is to die for!!! The service is excellent, the atmosphere is fun and exciting, and the cooks make the meal a feast you will not forget

  • 5/5 Vonnie R. 2 years ago on Google
    We had such a great experience on Valentines Day. The drinks were amazing and the show was incredible. It helps if your group is enthusiastic, it's way more fun that way. We had the head chef Tom, server Lisa and even had our photo taken by Irina. Usually places like this are all style mediocre flavor-- not this place, some of the best food we had on the island!

  • 5/5 Aloha 1 year ago on Google
    A Wonderful place to be with family. Celebrated Mothers Day Anthony was an awesome chef. Liked his descriptions on every items he cooked

  • 5/5 Brad S. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing food..manager was very nice and engaging..our chef Scott was awesome! Nice funny and just a joy to be around made our dinner that much better. The entire staff was over the top nice and enjoyable.

  • 5/5 Theresa D. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice environment and the food was good. Mai Tai was kinda weak but it was good.

  • 5/5 Amy F. 2 years ago on Google
    We were given excellent service from a very attentive Staff. The food was delicious and lived up to what our friends had told us. Our Chef was very entertaining. Because it was as good as (better than) we had heard it was, we bought Gift Certificates to pay it forward. Locals who haven’t gone there are missing out on a wonderful dining experience.

  • 5/5 Illy H. 2 years ago on Google
    Came here back on April 1,2021 for one of my husbands & mine anniversary dates while In Hawaii & AMAZING experience ! Super delicious food & so tasty ! My favorite was the garlic fried rice ! So bomb! This will be our to go spot whenever we come back to Honolulu. Everyone was so nice & talkative & our cook was so friendly. A must to eat here 🙌🏼

  • 5/5 Mary C. 2 years ago on Google
    Went here for a birthday celebration, and it's always fun when the chef doing tricks. The food was really good, and the drinks were even better. The waitstaff was really attentive to the child in our group, and the accommodations they made for her made the rest of dinner very enjoyable. Can start to get expensive if you order the specialty dinners, but it was worth it!

  • 5/5 Nathanael L. 2 years ago on Google
    I brought my wife here for her 25th birthday and it was an amazing experience! The food was just perfect and the show they put on while making your food is a lot of fun! It’s a really awesome experience but a little pricey, be ready to drop $100 per person if you get a good meal with a drink.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Curbside pickup

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