Great deal in Kona. Of the tourist track with fresh sushi and reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
svetlana t
Soooooo good!!!!! I wanted to take a picture but we put it down in no
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashley B.
Shimaichi has become a go-to sushi spot for my family anytime we are in Kona. The fresh, high-quality sushi is worth returning for time and again. We decided to celebrate Valentine's Day there this year and made reservations ahead of time. When we arrived, the restaurant was quite busy with other couples and families out for the holiday. With just one server handling all the tables, service was understandably slower than usual. However, each dish that emerged from the kitchen proved the wait worthwhile. We ordered a few specialty rolls along with nigiri and sashimi. The innovative combinations of flavors and textures in rolls like the Pink Lady and Black Tiger dazzled our palates. And the nigiri featured thick cuts of the freshest ahi, salmon and hamachi - absolute melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Despite being short-staffed for the holiday rush, the sushi chefs crafted each roll with precision and care. None of the complex flavors or intricate presentations were lost. The exquisite tastes transported us right to the shores of Japan. For consistently exceptional sushi, impeccable freshness and taste combinations that impress, Shimaichi is a must. The relaxed, contemporary atmosphere provides the perfect setting for enjoying culinary works of art. It may take a little patience on busy nights, but the top-notch sushi is worth the wait. Shimaichi remains one of our go-to island celebrations spots.
Gretchen W.
Jerry is an amazing sushi chef. Always very happy with food and service! Like his menu and sake choices.
Andrew D.
Best sushi spot in town! Reasonably priced and great sushi! Staff is awesome!!! Love sitting at the sushi bar as always!
Darla M.
Sushi was great! Short on servers so just a little slow getting our order in and the food out but not excessive. We ate inside which wasnt our first choice, but no room outside on the patio. Ambiance inside was adequate but a little loud and just ok- not a "special occasion" kind of setting. Clearly a locals place. They get 5 stars for the important things (quality of food, prices and friendly service). We will definitely be back.
Rachel W
Cute spot with a nice patio, open late and on a weekday evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: California Roll
Brian P.
I wish I could give this place 10 stars! Had a great meal at this very "locals" feeling place. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and treat you like you're a neighbor. The sushi is amazing! Very fresh with nuanced flavors. Generally we are a sashimi or nigiri kind of family, but we took an attempt at one of their rolls. It was recommended by the server, and the chef. If you come here, get the Shiso Ichi, roll! I promise you will not be disappointed. Will be back in a few days for more. The atmosphere is casual, but do not expect casually prepared food.
Gene Beachguide
Good sushi at no frills and Busy place. Was about $30-35/pp for 2 rolls each.Parking: Free off street parking but shared with other businesses so can fill up.
What a delightful find so close to our condo! Sushi was amazing, staff very friendly and we plan to return?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ahi Tuna Sushi
Cecilia Teixeira
Delicious fresh food with a friendly and efficient service.Honest prices. Much better quality compared to other Kona restaurants with a lower price.We got the “bento box” (fish for me, shrimps for my husband) and it was AWESOME!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lrfeathers
All their signature rolls are so yum!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jan
We weren’t going to head in to this unassuming place in a strip mall but so glad we did—we kept ordering more food because it was so delicious—Great service, excellent sushi well presented and made with some unique ingredients-and so reasonably priced—a great dining experience-
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shawn T
The service here is super friendly and informative. The environment is a little noisy (from the traffic) but it's comfortable and cool under a screened in porch area. The menu is easy to read, and very affordable. My partner and I got the 30pc sushi combo for two, and it was delicious and filling. The tropical California roll was surprisingly tasty and everything was plated to perfection. All in all a great spot to get comfy and have affordable sushi.
Great sushi in the heart of
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great deal in Kona. Of the tourist track with fresh sushi and reasonable prices.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Soooooo good!!!!! I wanted to take a picture but we put it down in no
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shimaichi has become a go-to sushi spot for my family anytime we are in Kona. The fresh, high-quality sushi is worth returning for time and again. We decided to celebrate Valentine's Day there this year and made reservations ahead of time. When we arrived, the restaurant was quite busy with other couples and families out for the holiday. With just one server handling all the tables, service was understandably slower than usual. However, each dish that emerged from the kitchen proved the wait worthwhile. We ordered a few specialty rolls along with nigiri and sashimi. The innovative combinations of flavors and textures in rolls like the Pink Lady and Black Tiger dazzled our palates. And the nigiri featured thick cuts of the freshest ahi, salmon and hamachi - absolute melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Despite being short-staffed for the holiday rush, the sushi chefs crafted each roll with precision and care. None of the complex flavors or intricate presentations were lost. The exquisite tastes transported us right to the shores of Japan. For consistently exceptional sushi, impeccable freshness and taste combinations that impress, Shimaichi is a must. The relaxed, contemporary atmosphere provides the perfect setting for enjoying culinary works of art. It may take a little patience on busy nights, but the top-notch sushi is worth the wait. Shimaichi remains one of our go-to island celebrations spots.
Jerry is an amazing sushi chef. Always very happy with food and service! Like his menu and sake choices.
Best sushi spot in town! Reasonably priced and great sushi! Staff is awesome!!! Love sitting at the sushi bar as always!
Sushi was great! Short on servers so just a little slow getting our order in and the food out but not excessive. We ate inside which wasnt our first choice, but no room outside on the patio. Ambiance inside was adequate but a little loud and just ok- not a "special occasion" kind of setting. Clearly a locals place. They get 5 stars for the important things (quality of food, prices and friendly service). We will definitely be back.
Cute spot with a nice patio, open late and on a weekday evening!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: California Roll
I wish I could give this place 10 stars! Had a great meal at this very "locals" feeling place. The staff is friendly and welcoming, and treat you like you're a neighbor. The sushi is amazing! Very fresh with nuanced flavors. Generally we are a sashimi or nigiri kind of family, but we took an attempt at one of their rolls. It was recommended by the server, and the chef. If you come here, get the Shiso Ichi, roll! I promise you will not be disappointed. Will be back in a few days for more. The atmosphere is casual, but do not expect casually prepared food.
Good sushi at no frills and Busy place. Was about $30-35/pp for 2 rolls each.Parking: Free off street parking but shared with other businesses so can fill up.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
What a delightful find so close to our condo! Sushi was amazing, staff very friendly and we plan to return?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ahi Tuna Sushi
Delicious fresh food with a friendly and efficient service.Honest prices. Much better quality compared to other Kona restaurants with a lower price.We got the “bento box” (fish for me, shrimps for my husband) and it was AWESOME!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
All their signature rolls are so yum!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
We weren’t going to head in to this unassuming place in a strip mall but so glad we did—we kept ordering more food because it was so delicious—Great service, excellent sushi well presented and made with some unique ingredients-and so reasonably priced—a great dining experience-
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The service here is super friendly and informative. The environment is a little noisy (from the traffic) but it's comfortable and cool under a screened in porch area. The menu is easy to read, and very affordable. My partner and I got the 30pc sushi combo for two, and it was delicious and filling. The tropical California roll was surprisingly tasty and everything was plated to perfection. All in all a great spot to get comfy and have affordable sushi.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5