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Tempura Ichika

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

9:30 pm

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
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Good for groups

Discover the vibrant allure of Honolulu’s culinary scene at Tempura Ichika, where Michelin-starred chef Kiyoshi Chikano redefines refined dining with an exceptional Tempura Omakase experience. As Honolulu’s sole full-time resident Michelin-star chef, Chikano infuses his deep-fried creations with a perfect blend of tradition and innovation

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Executive chef: Kiyoshi Chikano

From the OpenTable editors: This unique tempura omakase in Honolulu offers a gloriously golden experience. Chef Kiyoshi Chikano trained in Japan before running the MICHELIN-Starred Tempura Matsui in NYC, and he’s mastered lightly battering and delicately frying everything from fresh tiger prawns to crisp chrysanthemum leaves. They’re all coursed out in a warm and minimalist space, where you can either chat with the chefs at a counter or get cozy in a more secluded booth.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Tempura, Sushi
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(808) 888-0000
Website
https://www.ichikahawaii.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
434 Piikoi St, Honolulu, HI 96814
Area
Ala Moana
Parking details
Private Parking
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Wine

Experiences

Omakase Tempura Special
USD 160.00 per person
Multiple dates available
As the former Executive Chef at New York's Michelin starred tempura restaurant, Chikano, a skilled artisan, brings his expertise to Honolulu with a "Omakase" course menu starting at $160. He blends traditional Japanese techniques with seasonal seafood flown in from Toyosu, Tokyo, and local produce. The menu features tempura courses like Fleur de Sel Pepper Prawn, using "Hakata Salt" from Ehime and Hokkaido Scallop with Truffle Salt, followed by a savory shokuji course and refreshing dessert. < Our Seating Schedule > 1st Seating 5:00PM~ 2nd Seating 7:30PM~

What 36 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Best Overall
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Oahu
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Tempura Ichika offers an impeccable dining experience, spotlighting a "hidden gem" with "fantastic food" and "attentive staff." The 15-course omakase is "delicious," with "high-quality ingredients" and "outstanding presentation." While slightly expensive, the experience is a "Michelin recommendation" and a "highlight of any trip." Highly recommended for special occasions.

36 Reviews

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Ted VIP
Dallas7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is one of my best dining experiences ever and I had some incredible ones. The quality of the food is beyond compared. Service is excellent and clearly well trained as it is very consistent each time I have been here. What makes this omakase work is that everyone is having the same course at the same time. Chef is focused on one course at a time. This also contributes to the calmness of the place.
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Tammy VIP
Hawaii34 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place for special occasion dining. The only place I know on Oahu that offers tempura omakase. Ingredients are mostly from Japan and flown in 2-3 times a week. Doesn’t look like much from the outside, inside the decor is simple, clean and elegant. The maximum seating is about 25 so you get a lot of personal service. It’s an expensive meal but good value if you want a unique dining experience.
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Shally
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful meal at Tempura Ichika to celebrate our anniversary. The servers were attentive. The food was amazing. Parking wasn’t easy, so make sure to give yourself extra time.
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Anthony
Vancouver1 review
5.0
Dined on 21 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent value for 15 course omakase. Each course was delicious and highlighted the freshness and texture of the dish. Service is a bit green but attentive and managed well by the GM. A hidden gem worth repeating.
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Jaimie VIP
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing special occasion birthday dinner! This is such a special hidden gem.
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Elaine
Richmond1 review
5.0
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service! The staff were friendly and welcoming. Great food! The omakase experience was amazing. Food was delicious. Chef was on point with food quality and taste. A little expensive but the experience was worth it.
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Iris VIP
Seattle13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience at Tempura Ichika! Impeccable service and fantastic tempura! The ingredients were high-quality and the flavors, textures, and presentation were outstanding!
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Philip
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful and innovative. The chef takes tempura to a whole other level. Masterfully executed. Peaceful simple decor. Attentive staff and friendly yet very professional
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Cookie VIP
Hawaii29 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zen like dining experience. Expensive, Exclusive. Special occasion kind of restaurant. Well trained staff; beautiful serene interior. Food minimalist in style. Nice addition to Hawaii’s dining scene!
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Andy VIP
Richmond7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything is great about Tempura Ichika. From the serene interior decor (which seems like stepping through a portal from the hustle and bustle of Piikoi Street) to the attentive and friendly service not to mention the fantastic food. We were served a 15-course meal of a very high quality and skill. Would definitely recommend to all lovers of authentic Japanese food.
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Tempura Ichika is rated 4.9 stars by 36 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

10 Mar 2025

9:30 pm

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

434 Piikoi St, Honolulu, HI 96814

Additional information

Area
Ala Moana
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 17:00–22:00
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Tempura, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Full Bar, Wine

Website
https://www.ichikahawaii.com/
Phone number
(808) 888-0000

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