Nuka | Japanese Cuisine
$$$ • Japanese, Sushi Bars, Gluten-Free
Hours:
780 Haiku Rd, Haiku
(808) 575-2939
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Came in for lunch and was turned away because it was too close to 230. I drove from the other side of the island and they didn’t care.
When of the families, favorite restaurants always good food and great service
I have had sushi all over the U.S. and in many places in Europe and Asia. Nuka has delicious sushi. Most sushi bars are owned by Korean, Chinese or locals. Japanese sushi bars outside Japan are rare. This is one. They pay close attention not just to the quality of the fish but the quality of the rice. True Japanese sushi rice requires great care in its preparation. My wife had the sashimi platter and I had hamachi and sake nigiri and tekka maki. All delicious. I also enjoyed their...read full review
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Hours
| Monday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 4:30 - 10PM |
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Nuka | Japanese Cuisine is a popular and welcoming restaurant known for its high-quality sushi and tasty Japanese dishes. The restaurant offers a cozy, small setting that creates an intimate dining experience. Guests often praise the freshness of the ingredients, especially the sushi and sashimi platter, which are described as delicious and made with very fresh ingredients. The menu features a variety of dishes, including the Nuka roll, butter fish, crispy wings, tenderloin small plate, and miso eggplant, all of which receive positive reviews for their taste and careful preparation. One of the highlights is a special dish: baked and fried salmon with a green sauce, which is considered rich, well-cooked, and memorable.
The service at Nuka is frequently described as warm, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff members providing helpful descriptions of menu items and ensuring a pleasant experience. Although there can sometimes be a wait due to the restaurant's popularity, many visitors find it worth the wait because of the outstanding food. The restaurant also offers homemade ice creams, such as black sesame and matcha, which are enjoyed by guests. Overall, Nuka is highly recommended for those who enjoy fresh sushi and high-quality Japanese cuisine in a friendly, inviting atmosphere.