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Nami Kaze

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

1 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 34 times today

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

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 lunch and dinner, Wednesday through Sunday. 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
Lunch Wed–Sun 10:30–13:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:30–20:30
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 Parking
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Ulu TotsUSD 13.00
Hide's Sticky Sauce, Parmesan Cheese
Roasted Japanese EggplantUSD 15.00
Tomato Miso, Puffed Wild Rice, Yuzu Kosho, Aioli
Brussel SproutsUSD 14.00
Maui Gold Pineapple, Nuc Chom
Braised ClamsUSD 34.00
Natto Garlic Sake Butter, Fresh Herbs, House Bread
Roasted Spanish OctopusUSD 29.00
Gochugaru Piripiri, Labneh, Pickles, Herbs
Lobster ChawanmushiUSD 16.00
Braised Lobster, Truffle Ankake Sauce
Roasted TomatoUSD 15.00
Miso Bagna Cauda, Burrata, House Bread

SALADS

Pickled Beet SaladUSD 16.00
Candied Walnuts, Goat Cheese, Spinach, Cara Cara Orange, Yuzu Mustard Vinaigrette
Hau'ula Tomato & Burrata SaladUSD 17.00
Cucumber, Radish, Tomato, Grape, Creamy Ponzu Dressing
Marinated Eggplant SaladUSD 13.00
Daikon, Kaiware Sprouts, Wasabi Oil, Ginger Tentsuyu
Mixed Green Summer RollUSD 13.00
Pickled Vegetables, Local Vegetables & Herbs, Peanut Satay Sauce
Lobster BLT CaesarUSD 22.00
Baby Romaine, Hau'ula Tomatoes, Crispy Bacon, Asian Remoulade, Garlic Croutons
Mrs. Cheng's Tofu SaladUSD 16.00
Smoked Tomato, Hijiki, Sizzled Scallions, House Ponzu

ENTREES

Tomato Miso Black CodUSD 43.00
Black Garlic Cucumber Vierge, Charred Bok Choi, White Rice
Steamed Hawaiian KanpachiUSD 41.00
Truffle Onion Relish, Roasted Onion & Bone Broth, White Rice
Glory Bay SalmonUSD 40.00
Kung Pao Glaze, Nami Kaze Chili Oil, Chili Crisps, Peanuts, Bok Choi, White Rice
Seared Hokkaido ScallopsUSD 42.00
Cauliflower Puree, Red Curry Carrot Butter, Choi Sum, White Rice
Mountain View Dairy Pork BellyUSD 34.00
Okonomiyaki Gel, Ginger Congee, Brussel Sprouts, Kizami Wasabi
Lemongrass Chili Smoked Lamb RackUSD 46.00
Sweet Potato, Lilikoi Gastrique, Chili Hoisin Sauce, Wing Beans
Hapa Cattle Co. Short RibUSD 42.00
Kare Kare Style, Roasted Eggplant, Green Bean Salad, Crushed Peanuts, Local Herbs, White Rice
Tristan Lobster PastaUSD 40.00
Singapore Chili Garlic Sauce, Zucchini, House Butter, Parmesan Cheese

SPECIALTY ROLLS

Miso EggplantUSD 18.00
Asparagus, Cucumber, Takuwan, Tomato Miso, Sweet Soy, Kewpie Mayo
Surf & TurfUSD 24.00
Shrimp Tempura, Avocado, Local Beef, Tentsuyu Gel, Garlic Aioli
Tsu-NamiUSD 24.00
Snow Crab Salad, Charred Scallion, Cucumber, Hamachi, Thai Chili Yuzu Gel, Yukari
Amber-JackedUSD 20.00
Kona Kanpachi, Japanese Hamachi, Kizami Wasabi, Ginger Scallion, Ponzu Gel
FutomakiUSD 23.00
Crispy Soft Shell Crab, Unagi, Cucumber. Takuwan, Avocado, Local Greens, Chili Mayo
Pika-Chuna RollUSD 25.00
Spicy Ahi, Cucumber, Sprouts, Ahi, Jalapeno, Onion, Ginger Soy Glaze

URAMAKI

CaliforniaUSD 14.00
Snow Crab Salad, Avocado, Cucumber, Tobiko
Spicy TunaUSD 13.00
Cucumber, Kaiware Sprout, Sesame Seed

FROM THE SUSHI BAR

Kanpachi CrudoUSD 27.00
Yuzu, Smoked Tomato, Wasabi Oil, Sea Asparagus
Hamachi CrudoUSD 25.00
Mentaiko, Jalapeno, Wasabi Oil, House Ponzu
Sashimi MoriawaseUSD 55.00
5 Types of Fresh Local & Japan Fish
Oysters (SEASONAL)USD 13.00
Raw, Pickled Garlic, Jalapeno, Tosazu (3 Pieces)
Japan Nigiri SamplerUSD 45.00
Ma Saba, Hotate, Shima Aji, Uni
Uni & Ikura DonUSD 35.00
Miso Soup

AHI (FRESH ISLAND FISH)

PokeUSD 21.00
Choice of: Hapa Boy, Spicy Mayo, Garlic Miso, Wasabi Ginger, Spicy Black Bean
TartareUSD 18.00
Egg Yolk Jam, Ume Gel, Thai Chili, Sea Asparagus, Sesame Rice Cracker

SIDES

Roasted Green BeansUSD 14.00
Spicy Garlic Glaze, Chili Crisps
Charred Bok ChoiUSD 13.00
Shio Konbu Nametake Relish, Sizzled Scallions
Grandma's Potato SaladUSD 12.00
Smoked Trout Roe
Tempura Onion RingsUSD 7.00
Potato FriesUSD 7.00
White RiceUSD 3.00
Sushi RiceUSD 3.50
Miso SoupUSD 3.00
Maze GohanUSD 6.00
Asian Potato SaladUSD 13.00
House BreadUSD 5.00

What 1,610 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hawaii
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Nami Kaze offers a unique dining experience with "great flavors" and "excellent service." Chef Jason Peel creatively fuses Japanese and American comfort food, using fresh local ingredients. Diners rave about the "innovative and creative" dishes, the "amazing" brunch options, and the "friendly, knowledgeable" staff. Perfect for food enthusiasts seeking originality.

1,610 Reviews

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Darren
VIP
Hawaii
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really appreciated the care and concern shown to my wife regarding her gluten and diary sensitivities. Upon our arrival, the hostess asked questions and took notes. The waiter provided a marked-up menu with the dishes crossed out that couldn't accommodate her sensitivities.
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Beverly
VIP
Hawaii
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Fourth time I’ve eaten there for lunch. The first 3 times were excellent. Today they had a fixed menu for $45. I didn’t like being forced to order a starter, entree and dessert. I don’t eat like that for lunch. Also, the entree I wanted was sold out. I preferred the prior menu that was ala cart.
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Signe A
VIP
Hawaii
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, food was different but interesting and great flavors. Loved everything.
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Marian
VIP
Hawaii
28 reviews
5.0
28 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was all great from start to finish! Thanks for the surprise birthday cake!
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Catherine
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My family thoroughly enjoyed everything that we ordered. Service was excellent and we loved the ingenuity of the food here!
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place to eat. Excellent menu. These guys KNOW food. :)
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Erin
Hawaii
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply Wonderful.
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charles
VIP
Hawaii
325 reviews
5.0
325 reviews
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We constantly go to Nami Kaze for the following reasons. Unique, complex and beautiful selections. That includes awesome flavors. No where else can you find these on Oahu. We always sit at the regular bar and so far we have had the same waitress who is always confident, gracious and totally knowledgeable concerning anything on the menu and possible mixology creations. It’s the total package. Prices are very reasonable and the staff flows like a ballet with the true aloha spirit.
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Smitha
Cleveland
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved Nami Kaze! Incredible service and flavors in a lively setting. We were seated at the bar, which was great, because Kiko is the best bartender ever! I wanted something fruitier and sweeter than the cocktails on the menu, so she made me the drink she had created for Valentine's Day "To Die For" which was fantastic! The lobster chawanmushi, kanpachi, Krusty Krab roll and lukki lemon dessert were delicious. We devoured everything we ordered.
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Hawaii
14 reviews
2.0
14 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Forced to get the Prix fixe menu! Not that good! Not the value for the cost! Disappointed!
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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 4.7 stars by 1610 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

1 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 34 times today

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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
Lunch Wed–Sun 10:30–13:00 Dinner Wed–Sun 16:30–20:30
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.namikaze.com/
Phone number
(808) 888-6264

Nami Kaze

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Why they're an Icon

Dining areas

Additional information

Garlic Braised Pork Belly

Tristan Lobster Pasta

Sashimi Moriawase

APPETIZERS

Ulu TotsUSD 13.00

Roasted Japanese EggplantUSD 15.00

Brussel SproutsUSD 14.00

Braised ClamsUSD 34.00

Roasted Spanish OctopusUSD 29.00

Lobster ChawanmushiUSD 16.00

Roasted TomatoUSD 15.00

SALADS

Pickled Beet SaladUSD 16.00

Hau'ula Tomato & Burrata SaladUSD 17.00

Marinated Eggplant SaladUSD 13.00

Mixed Green Summer RollUSD 13.00

Lobster BLT CaesarUSD 22.00

Mrs. Cheng's Tofu SaladUSD 16.00

ENTREES

Tomato Miso Black CodUSD 43.00

Steamed Hawaiian KanpachiUSD 41.00

Glory Bay SalmonUSD 40.00

Seared Hokkaido ScallopsUSD 42.00

Mountain View Dairy Pork BellyUSD 34.00

Lemongrass Chili Smoked Lamb RackUSD 46.00

Hapa Cattle Co. Short RibUSD 42.00

Tristan Lobster PastaUSD 40.00

SPECIALTY ROLLS

Miso EggplantUSD 18.00

Surf & TurfUSD 24.00

Tsu-NamiUSD 24.00

Amber-JackedUSD 20.00

FutomakiUSD 23.00

Pika-Chuna RollUSD 25.00

URAMAKI

CaliforniaUSD 14.00

Spicy TunaUSD 13.00

FROM THE SUSHI BAR

Kanpachi CrudoUSD 27.00

Hamachi CrudoUSD 25.00

Sashimi MoriawaseUSD 55.00

Oysters (SEASONAL)USD 13.00

Japan Nigiri SamplerUSD 45.00

Uni & Ikura DonUSD 35.00

AHI (FRESH ISLAND FISH)

PokeUSD 21.00

TartareUSD 18.00

SIDES

Roasted Green BeansUSD 14.00

Charred Bok ChoiUSD 13.00

Grandma's Potato SaladUSD 12.00

Tempura Onion RingsUSD 7.00

Potato FriesUSD 7.00

White RiceUSD 3.00

Sushi RiceUSD 3.50

Miso SoupUSD 3.00

Maze GohanUSD 6.00

Asian Potato SaladUSD 13.00

House BreadUSD 5.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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