Maguro Brothers Hawaii Waikiki

Japanese restaurant · Waikiki

Maguro Brothers Hawaii Waikiki

Japanese restaurant · Waikiki

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2250 Kalakaua Avenue by, Royal Hawaiian Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815

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Fresh poke and sashimi, tuna melts in your mouth, great prices  

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2250 Kalakaua Avenue by, Royal Hawaiian Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 Get directions

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2250 Kalakaua Avenue by, Royal Hawaiian Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815 Get directions

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The 20 Best Restaurants in Waikiki, Hawaiʻi | Eater

"Maguro Brothers’ two locations are hard to find: One is hidden inside Chinatown’s Maunakea Marketplace, the other in the basement of the Waikiki Shopping Plaza. At either spot, you’ll find some of the best quality fish in town — even if it’s served in takeout containers — in sashimi platters, donburi, and poke by the bowl or pound. Vibe check: This spot is super popular, and everything is prepared fresh, so be prepared to wait." - Martha Cheng

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The 38 Essential Honolulu Restaurants

"Maguro Brothers’ two locations are hard to find: One is hidden inside Chinatown’s Maunakea Marketplace, the other in the basement of the Waikiki Shopping Plaza. At either spot, you’ll find some of the best quality fish in town — even if it’s served in takeout containers — in sashimi platters, donburi, and poke by the bowl or pound." - Martha Cheng

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Maguro Brothers Review - Chinatown - Oahu - The Infatuation

"You’re in Hawai‘i, which means you’re here for poke. There are plenty of great places in Honolulu, but you’ll want to head to Maguro Brothers for a simple version that highlights fresh fish tossed to order with minimal seasonings of limu and salt or shoyu and onion. While you can expect a consistent line in Waikiki after they open in the late afternoon, the Chinatown location is less busy, stays open until the early afternoon, and rounds out the slim menu of poke and chirashi with grilled hamachi kama and ahi belly." - Martha Cheng

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The Best Poke in Honolulu: 11 Restaurants to Hit - Eater

"Junichiro Tsuchiya used to be a fish buyer at Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market. “I know good fish,” he says, proudly. During the day, he and his brother run a seafood counter tucked inside Maunakea Marketplace in Honolulu’s Chinatown, and at night, a similarly tiny shop in Waikīkī, both serving impeccably seasoned poke alongside fresh sashimi. The Hawaiian limu poke has threads of crisp seaweed and a fine dusting of ‘inamona, while the ume shiso is a bright and delicate combination. Poke here is tossed to order. For an extra-luxe experience, crown your poke bowl with uni." - Martha Cheng

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13 Hidden Restaurants in Waikiki, Honolulu | Eater

"During the day, Junichiro and Ryojiro Tsuchiya, who used to buy fish at Tokyo’s Tsukiji Fish Market, serve food out of a stall in Chinatown. At night they operate this tiny takeout counter, where you’ll find impeccably fresh fish in poke and donburi, with most items under $15. Feeling flush? Add a topping of uni for the most decadent poke you’ve ever had. [$]" - Martha Cheng

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J

Google
Tried out Maguro Brothers for a weekday dinner. It was busy but the line moved quickly, order only took 10 minutes. Their original location is in the Chinatown area. - Hamachi wasabi ($19.96 USD large) - fresh hamachi, slight kick from the wasabi - Macnuts king salmon spicy mayo ($15.52 USD regular) - well balanced flavours - Medium sashimi platter ($54.95 USD for 40) - king salmon, ahi, hamachi and tako

Ex miuwu

Google
It's located at the Asian Food Hall at Waikiki, you can access it from the main entrance or the side entrance. The fish and autopsy was fresh, and I waited about 25 minutes after ordering, plenty of tables available for seating at the common area. They only provided a tiny bite of wasabi and ginger has to be purchased separately. Soy sauce was free as needed.

Anna Daniels

Google
This place was pretty hyped, but it didn’t fully live up to it for me. The tuna was definitely fresh—caught locally—which I appreciated. I got the Spicy Mayo Ahi, and while it was good, it wasn’t truly spicy. I had to ask for wasabi and ginger to boost the flavor, but each cost $2, which felt excessive. It’s a large size, but for one person it’s more than needed. The size of the meal is decent as well. I thought I would need the large because I was really hungry but the regular size ended up being more than enough. Overall, solid but not worth traveling to Hawaii just for it.

R N

Google
Never disappointed their fish. Always same taste so good. Price is decent. Better than any other place that they don’t even know how to defrost the ahi correctly. ( make ahi chewy and not smooth texture) Also they have more Japanese style flavors, Mentaiko and Shiso etc…Just sad this time because I was so excited to try Kama and Negitoro. Picture showed Kama and negitoro but I got poke instead without knowing.

David Zhang

Google
Very good sashimi, super fresh and tasty. Takeout only The poke is pretty lacking though, the sauce and rice are disappointing. The rice is soggy and not a good texture. You’re better off going to Maguro Spot for poke

Kotryna Ditkutė-Zsigri

Google
The seafood we had at this place was always incredibly fresh and delicious. We visited multiple times, and each experience exceeded our expectations. The staff is attentive, helpful, and friendly. I highly recommend this spot if you're looking for high-quality, fresh, and flavorful seafood.

Jessica Tam

Google
My must get every time I come to Oahu. Fish is so fresh and delicious. The rice is so yummy that you’d be happy to eat it alone. There’s usually a line but it will move quick and definitely worth the wait. 10/10

Valerii Artemenko

Google
I have eaten many poke bowls in my life, but it seems to me that this is the father of all poke balls, it is not the most delicious, but it is the most natural, fresh and healthy, I definitely recommend this place 1000%, there is a small line to buy a product, but it passes quickly.

Karrie and Charisse L.

Yelp
Fish always fresh. Service is great, price affordable. Lines can be long so make sure make time.
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Stephanie S.

Yelp
The first thing I eat in Hawaii is always poke! Even if you don't like raw fish, I would still highly recommend trying poke! The fish here is so fresh and you can really taste the great quality in the flavor and the texture. Since we stayed in Waikiki, we stopped by here for the first time! We got their spicy mayo ayo ahi bowl for $12.94, Hawaiian limu ahi bowl for $12.94, and sashimi 20-piece with the chutoro upgrade for $30.95z. In terms of seasoning and flavor, I noticed it was a bit lighter so you can taste the quality of the fish which I didn't mind at all. The limu gives everything a nice crunch, and the sashimi plate had a nice variety such as tako, hamachi, ahi and salmon. I think the prices were reasonable and pretty affordable for the portion and quality! It's definitely a must stop if you're walking around Waikīkī, and want a legit poke bowl! They opened around 5pm when we went last Thursday, and it was pretty busy. Add this to your list of poke places to try the next time you're in Oahu!
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Ling J.

Yelp
Came here to order takeout - busy street with limited parking so my partner waited in the car & I went in to order. Ordered a medium sashimi platter with a chutoro upgrade + scallop. This came out to $72 for 40pc sashimi + 2 scallop which was a fantastic price for the quality. Very fresh & we enjoyed every piece Can't wait to come back next time I'm in Waikiki
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Helen H.

Yelp
Surprisingly this wasn't my favorite poke experience! We got 3 different pokes to try, all from their recommendation list. Our favorite by far was the spicy mayo (#21), then #22 and finally #23. Fish tasted fresh (though I'm probably not the best judge of that) and the flavors were all as advertised, but I found myself getting bored of my plate after just a few bites. I also found the rice to be dry and not that enjoyable to eat with the fish. If I were to go back, I'd probably order one of the bowls over sushi rice. Long line that didn't move as quickly as I would have hoped, but I understand that this is just a sign of how popular they are! If you love poke then maybe worth visiting this place given how much people rave about it. Otherwise, I don't think this is a must-visit while in Oahu. They can sub out your rice for greens instead for a couple dollars.
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Cecilia H.

Yelp
3.5 stars. Everyone kept raving about this place but I found it to be just ok. This was close by to my Airbnb so it was super convenient. The service was good but since they're so busy it took awhile for my food to be ready. I got the Hawaiian limu. The quality of the tuna was very lean and I had to add shoyu because the flavor was very light. I would recommend the spicy mayo tuna. I probably would not come back based on the item I got.
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John C.

Yelp
Super fresh fish. Happy that this location is closer to Waikiki than before. I got here like 20 minutes before opening and was first in line. The line got super long after me so I got lucky. I got the spicy poke here and it was super fresh. I also got my family a sashimi plate and they were super impressed with how fresh it was along with the price. This place is definitely worth the hype and if you are staying Waikiki I highly recommend!
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Christopher B.

Yelp
Hands down the best poke I've ever had. Fresh. Fast. Delicious! Don't hesitate for even a second to experience this place !
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Tiff H.

Yelp
SUPER MAGURO SMASH BROTHERS | ok a little much, but did you even go to Waikiki if you didn't get Maguro Brothers? It's worth the long line and even without a dine in option, it was worth getting takeout during the post-pandemic 2022 times or now, to dine in the basement. My go-to dons must have chutoro so the mix maguro don or the chutoro combo. I love that you can also add a la carte options to the bowls, as well. I love being able to add scallop or uni, definitely worth the upcharge! Be sure to plan ahead for Maguro Brothers since they aren't open Sundays and are only open from 5-8pm.
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Andrew N.

Yelp
I saw a TikTok of the place and drooled while watching it, so I knew I had to try this place. This places is popular for their fresh tuna. Chutoro w/ikura: (5/5): Got this with the addition of ikura. Tasted very delicious and fresh, but not too special compared to other places. However I'd like to point out the affordable price of the addition of the ikura. It was great adding extra flavors to my bowl.
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Vincent P.

Yelp
My flight got diverted and landed in Honolulu and the airline informed us that we had to stay overnight. This messed up my planned trip, so it was a big inconvenience. The only thing that made me feel better was that this allowed me to finally try Hawaiian poke. Poke is one of my favorite meals, so the first thing I made sure to do was to find a poke shop. The hotel that the airline put us in was a 10 min walk from Maguro Brothers, so I already knew that this would be the dinner spot. The lady at the cashier was super friendly, the airline gave us meal vouchers with a code that needed to be manually typed in. She had an earlier customer that tried entering the code but the POS machine didn't accept it. I was a bit worried, however, she allowed me to give it a try as well. Thankfully, it worked after I figured out that the order could not be more than $15. Having to make sure that the order was under $15 was a bit troublesome, but what can you do. I got the Spicy Mayo Ahi Poke Bowl + Wasabi Shoyu Onion Ahi Poke Bowl. The poke was so fresh and delicious, and I ate both bowls in one sitting. The portions were plentiful and I was stuffed after. They have a huge menu with many sashimi and poke bowls, I will definitely pay them another visit when I'm in Hawaii for an actual trip!
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Sarah C.

Yelp
We went right at opening right at 5pm and waited around 20min to get to the front of the line. The menu was very extensive and many of the options looked so yummy - it was hard to pick just one! I ended up choosing #23 ume and shiso poke with an addition of scallops. The fish itself was so tender and nearly melted in my mouth. The ume and shiso flavors perfectly complimented the super fresh fish. The scallops were so tender as well with a delicious sweetness to it. I would highly recommend checking out the place for poke, especially if you're planning to stay around the strip. There is some seating / tables around the area, since it is a takeout only type place. We were able to find a spot for our group of 8 pretty easily!
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Kat Z.

Yelp
We came here at ~5:00p and the line was already forming. We waited ~15-20min, which honestly wasn't too bad! The store has moved into a new location from previous years. We got the ume poke, king salmon sashimi, and chutoro sashimi. My favorite was the salmon, it was nice and fatty. The chutoro was also really great. Most poke places have only poke, so this was a nice change to be able to have something else. My mom really enjoyed the ume poke as well. Overall, the workers were friendly and efficient and the food was fresh!
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Sarah K.

Yelp
Got here 5-10 minutes after it opened and there was a line out the door! I think I had to wait 10-15 minutes just to be able to order, and then another 10-15 minutes for my food. But I will say, it was worth the wait. Everything was so fresh! We ordered the chutoro donburi, the #30 and #23 poke and every bite was just mouth watering. For the poke, they don't have a massive bucket of pre-mixed poke. Each order is mixed fresh, so while it's not an efficient process compared to others, it is freshly prepared for your order. And the chutoro was so fresh, I would highly recommend getting it before it goes out of stock. By the time I was waiting for my food, I noticed that some items were no longer available! And that was not even 1 hour into opening! It is located in a food court with other vendors, so there is not dedicated seating, and instead it's shared seating tables with all the other restaurants in the plaza.
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Jennifer W.

Yelp
I arrived five minutes before opening and was greeted with a line about nine people deep. They opened promptly at 5:00pm and immediately started taking orders. I think waiting for your order takes longer than waiting in line to order, but we took time to walk around the food court to see what else was around. Our food was called out not that long after. #7 fatty tuna, king salmon, hamachi, and madako -- First things first. The sushi rice was a chef's kiss. Served at room temperature with just the right amount of tartness to complement all of the fish. I'm not usually a fan of tuna but have zero regrets in getting the chutoro. The portion is just right where it leaves you mostly full, not stuffed. They have several tables out in the dining hall where you will likely see people enjoying their sushi bowls. If you have room, check out Nana's Green Tea afterwards!
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Taylor T.

Yelp
My friend was craving Uni and i happened to come across their yelp. We ended up passing by while walking around the strip and wow were we happy. The line wasnt too long when we got there around 6 pm but as we sat the line was near the end of the street, up the stairs. This was the best tuna i have ever had. Im usually a salmon person since i think tuna tastes a bit more metallic. But this tuna was so fresh and buttery???? It was my first time in hawaii so I was very glad i gave it a try. The salmon itself melted in my mouth. The order didn't take long at all even though there was a line. I really wish my friend and i got 2 instead of one to share. It was that good.
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Cho L.

Yelp
Forget about any other poke place you might have heard in town. My friend recommended me to try this place and he said it beats any other popular places that he had tried. The food is so poke and still cold when served. I had a gentleman in line that told me he came back for the sixth time and he's obsessed with this place. I got the 22 and C3. They were both good and I'm gonna come back second time to try other items. You can also add extra fishes. There are plenty of tables in the plaza. If you walk by and the line short just lineup and don't think about it.
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Bonnie Y.

Yelp
Not really sure what the hype is about but the poke was pretty mediocre for me. The line is always long... but it moves reasonably fast. Not sure I'd go back considering the wait and there are many other poke places around town!
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Mey H.

Yelp
The hamachi is insanely fresh and buttery. Have already visited this place twice in the same trip!
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Atira S.

Yelp
A must try!! Some of the best food we had during our whole trip. The fish was so fresh and high quality. There normally is a line to order but the line moves quickly & the food comes out fast, as well. For the price, we were pleasantly surprised at the portion size. 2 weeks after my trip and I'm still thinking about the poke here!
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Kevin J.

Yelp
This location is always packed with people! Maguro Brothers is located in the bottom floor of the Stix food court. It offers a lot of fresh poke flavors which i believe is the main draw of the restaurant. I like the simple presentation of their poke, it always hits the spot for a poke craving. Being in waikiki, its nice to just grab it to go and head down to queens to watch the waves and enjoy a good meal
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Kristine N.

Yelp
Hands down, some of the freshest and tastiest poke in Waikiki! I visited multiple times during my stay, and the owner even started recognizing my boyfriend and me. The family is so sweet! We usually arrived around 7:30 PM, and the line was not very long; we waited about 5 minutes to order and an additional 15 minutes for our poke. We tried the #30 King Salmon with spicy mayo and macadamia nuts. I was initially hesitant about the macadamia nuts, but they turned out to be a fantastic addition to the poke. While some pieces of the salmon were a bit chewy and tough, it was delicious. We also tried the sashimi platters A and B (toro upgrade) and we substituted the octopus for extra King Salmon on platter B. The sashimi platters were incredibly fresh, and the quality of the fish was exceptional. They are definitely worth the price and large enough for sharing. There is lots of seating available, with nice chairs and tables. The restaurant is connected to a food court that offers other delicious foods and desserts. My boyfriend and I loved everything and highly recommend this spot!
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Alyssa C.

Yelp
Landed in Oahu around 4:45 pm and immediately booked it to Maguro Bros. They're only open 5-8 PM and I wasn't gonna miss out on fresh tuna. I was warned that there may be a long wait but it was fairly empty when we got there. Owners are welcoming and friendly and that was very appreciated after a long flight. Tuna was sooo fresh as expected. Limu ahi bowl had nice and buttery cuts of ahi but some parts were overly salty. Salmon and tamago from my brother's bowl were yummy but not a knock out. Portions were smaller than I'd like but good quality fish is hard to come by. 4.5/5 for Maguro Bros~
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Amy P.

Yelp
The last time I came to Waikiki years ago, I was not yet a fan of poke so when my girlfriends went to get Maguro, I skipped out. Well, that was a mistake! After spending a few days on the island and devouring all the delicious food, I wanted something on the lighter end and opted to get Maguro for dinner. There is a continuous line of people and waiting to order took about 25-30 minutes (I was on the first few steps of the stairs outside). Food took about 10 minutes after ordering to be ready. Opted for the regular mix poke bowl with half shoyu and half spicy mayo ($12.94) with a side of wakame (seaweed) salad ($3.95). The poke was buttery and melt in your mouth soft. The shoyu was lighter in flavor and not drenched in sauce - I did add a tiny bit more shoyu on my own for a little extra. Overall, portion size is decent with great quality of tuna. Located in a food court, right in the heart of Waikiki and walking distance to many hotels in the area! Great spot to check out.
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Kelly S.

Yelp
The best sashimi ever!! For almsot $40 you get this beautiful set of fish, rice, and poke! - Wait is long + staff are super sweet + food is so good + so fresh + so filling $40 we both killed it together and it was the perfect amount. Everything about this is just so good (Besides the uni! Sorry I didn't trust the yelp reviews and still tried it when they ran out of scallop) The squid and fresh Shrimp Sashimi is everything! MUST TRY
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Mike L.

Yelp
We showed up 15 minutes before they opened at 5 PM, and there was already a decent line, so be prepared to wait if you're just walking in after opening hours, and expect to wait a bit after ordering. We ordered the bluefin toro bowl, which was one their current special. The toro was very fatty and had a buttery texture, and the rice was mixed with ponzu sauce--great if you like that style, though it could feel heavy for some. The king salmon bowl and spicy tuna bowl were good, with fresh fish and rich flavors. There are a couple of benches/tables outside the storefront to dine in.
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Wesley W.

Yelp
Update 10/16/24 Maguro Brothers is a must place to visit for sashimi and poke plates. Their new location is on Kalakaua and Royal Hawaiian Ave next to Royal Lobster. Maguro Brothers is an order and go eatery. The service is good and efficient. There are places to sit and eat in the area. All the fish served are fresh and cut to order. The slices sashimi are not thin. The size of the slices is very decent. The quality of the seafood has remained constant every time I visit Maguro Brothers for Sashimi or a Poke plate. When visiting Waikiki, be sure to pay a visit to Maguro Brothers for excellent fresh sashimi or poke platters. I highly recommend Maguro Brothers.
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Samantha L.

Yelp
so nice we had it twice. the fish was so fresh and tender, really enjoyed everything we ordered. definitely recommend subbing out the rice for sushi rice for extra flavor. liked the spicy poke and teriyaki poke, limu poke doesn't has as much flavor. we subbed out the octopus for extra salmons which was also a great choice. wait time was ~30m from the top of the stairs, took another 30m for food preparation.
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Tiffany T.

Yelp
Maguro Brothers have been on my Yelp bookmarks for years now so I definitely had it on my itinerary for my latest trip. Fresh, traditional Japanese sushi and sashimi is the name of the game here with their Waikiki storefront located inside the Waikiki Shopping Center basement. We arrived around opening time and waited for about 25 minutes, which isn't too bad considering its popularity. That gave us plenty of time to decide what to order because there's so many amazing combinations you can get here from king salmon to chutoro and more. I ended up choosing the Chirashi (#C2) which came with assorted cuts of fish along with spicy poke while my mom got the Hamachi Donburi (#6). The fish was so delicious, buttery and fresh at a really great price point too! The ambiance is super casual as Maguro Brothers is essentially a takeout spot, but there are plenty of tables within the basement to sit down and enjoy your meal. This is definitely a must-go destination for when you're in the Waikiki strip!
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Diana L.

Yelp
The line was long, but so worth it! Their business hours are very short but definitely recommend you waiting in line to order. Once you get your order in, it doesn't take long after to get your food. Everything is so fresh and delicious. I even got a side of seaweed. The worker is very patient and will help with any questions you may have. Once your order is ready, they will call it from a microphone/intercom.
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Joey S.

Yelp
The portion is huge with all fresh fish. The only downside is the environment and too less table.
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Madison M.

Yelp
Overall, I was underwhelmed. While the pokey and sashimi itself was fresh and delicious, the overall meal was lackluster. This may have been an oversight on my end, but I prefer more substance beyond the pokey and rice. Especially when the rice does not have any seasoning and you're solely replying on the fish. I really felt that I received much better pokey from other establishments at a reasonable price. I feel like we were paying for the popularity versus the quality of the entire meal.
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Rose L.

Yelp
Good, but not worth the wait. Located downstairs near a noodle bar, Maguro Brothers is open 5-8pm and the line gets long. It took us 25 minutes to order and another 25 minutes to receive our food. The fish is still extremely fresh but not worth the hype or price point compared to competition. I got the chirashi and replaced the octopus with yellowfin, which was really delicious. The yellowfin and salmon were perfect, the tuna tasted okay, maybe toro would be better. If you want any alterations, the pros at front are happy to help out. There were also not a lot of seats open, and we saw a German cockroach in the food court right outside. Overall, a must try at least once to find out for yourself, but also skippable for other great spots near by.
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Thomas T.

Yelp
Visited for a week and can proudly say I came 3 out of the 7 days! Don't let the line deter you, it moves fast and is definitely there for a reason - from the poke to sashimi bowls, everything was absolutely delicious and well portioned! Definitely a bang for your buck especially in the heart of Downtown Waikiki, I'm already craving it again!
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Eric Y.

Yelp
Aloha friends! Maguro brother's is totally worth the hype that it gets! The fish was fresh, and well served. Service was phenomenal considering how I got there 20 mins before closing. Line moved quickly and the staff were all so sweet, especially the lady at the register who explained everything so wonderfully. Their menu is pretty big and I like how you can do many add ons like uni or scallops. My rating is a 4/5 stars due to the price and quantity. The total for both bowls was around $40, with the blue fin special being $25 for 7 slices of fish and the salmon donburi sitting at $15. Now, I don't know how much of an appetite most will have, but I'm a big boy lol, one bowl was not filling. It tasted amazing, just not enough slices. Location was a bit hidden as well. Depending on where you come from, (me coming from royal hawaiian st) was a walk down the stairs that leads you directly to maguro. Overall, would I go again? Yes. Even though they only open for 3 hours (5-8 pm), I think I can consider going here for a late LATE lunch. I usually don't eat much for lunch, so this would be perfect.
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Crystal Z.

Yelp
Last poke stop before leaving Oahu! I saw a video recommending Maguro and have been wanting to try it the entire trip. However, I forgot to save the video and could only remember different variations of their name and never ended up finding it :( Lo and Behold, on our very last day, we came across it accidentally. It was located on the bottom floor of STIX. We were here before but never went downstairs. We were actually planning to eat at the açai bowl place next doors and when we came across Maguro, we were elated!! Of course we ended up getting both the açai and a poke bowl for ourselves. I can't remember the exact menu item, but you can probably zoom in on the menu I shared. We got a seafood platter and a tuna (mixed in a speciality plum sauce). All the seafood platter was quite fresh and it was a good portion too. The tuna was extremely fatty. The uni was not creamy enough. Everything else was decent. It wasn't anything special. However, the tuna poke was lacking a bit. The plum sauce was not for me, even though I generally got for similar sauces. It was too fruity and did not pair well with the tuna. The tuna in this particular bowl didn't taste too fresh either. Overall, I was quite disappointed, but given that there are so many other menu items that sound delicious, I hope to come back and try it again when I visit Oahu. The service was amazing-- the lady at the front was extremely kind and patient. Despite their long line, they were pretty efficient and we got our food in about 20 minutes. Not bad at all!! I really do hope to come back and give it a higher rating the next time, but it just didn't satisfy me the way I thought it would this time.
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Ann L.

Yelp
Now I can see why there's always a long line but try to come towards their closing time to skip the wait. This place only opens for dinner at 5PM. It's located on the other side of STIX Asia food hall. Order at the register and your order number will be called out. There's a few tables around to sit at since it's an open space. Would highly recommend trying the chirashi. Such great portion for the price and it's served over sushi rice. The sashimi cut was super fresh as expected. Services were also very friendly. They have such a large menu of different combos so plenty of options to choose from. One of the best poke places in the area.
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Josh F.

Yelp
Maguro Brothers Hawaii in Waikiki caught my attention as a brand-new spot that's a bit hidden, requiring a descent down a short staircase from the street level. This slight detour is well worth the effort, as the cleanliness and welcoming interior greet you upon arrival. The space boasts pristine floors and ample seating, making it a comfortable place to savor your meal. What stands out at this location is the freshness of the food--nothing is pre-assembled; everything is prepared fresh upon ordering, which is essential when dealing with raw fish. The menu is clearly displayed with prices, allowing for transparency and ease of choice, which I appreciate as someone who values both quality and clarity in dining experiences. The quality of the sushi and sashimi here meets the high standards that one expects when paying for premium raw fish. I left feeling that my money was well-spent on superior quality food, and the experience has left me eager to return. Whether Maguro Brothers Hawaii is connected to the other location a few blocks away or not, this new addition to Waikiki's dining scene stands out on its own merits.
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Constance L.

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I think I must have come on an off day. Uni wasn't fresh and rice was dry. Detailed breakdown below: There was a pretty long line so I thought this must've been a great spot (the other reviews definitely seem to think so!). Unfortunately, I was pretty disappointed. Not only was the tuna not as fresh as Ono, Foodland, or Sato, the al a carte add on portion of uni was **definitely** not fresh. It was discolored, slightly slimy, and had a lurking pungent fishy flavor. High quality uni should be sweet and, while a bit salty, totally void of fishiness. To make matters worse, the rice -- the whole base of the dish -- was quite dry. And to top it all off, the seating area in the mall hallway isn't particularly inviting, so no points for ambiance either.
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Kylie O.

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QUALITY. The sashimi was so fresh. It's worth the wait! Food 5/5 I got the chirashi bowl. It came with salmon (yum), tuna (yum yum), octopus (not a huge fan but glad it wasn't chewy), tamago (yum yum)! Rice tastes like rice to me but their rice was extra good. The wasabi is the good kind so a little goes a long way! Service 5/5 The cashier that took my order was nice and friendly! My friend and I got lucky and came at the right time but after we got our food, the line was out the door. They do have a sign that says your order might take about 15 minutes. Just a heads up. Ambiance 3/5 It looks like the establishment is undergoing construction still. At least there's plenty of seating! The bathroom is super nice and clean. It has a bidet so the seat is warm when you sit lol. Overall, I'm glad I got to try it! It's worth it!
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Iris P.

Yelp
look, maguro brothers tastes great. but the wait was an hour, and i dont know if its worth that long wait -- plus theyd run out of salad by the time i got there and it was only 6pm!
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Miguel D.

Yelp
My wife loved her variety of fish. The sushi rice was tasty. I was really disappointed in the toro. I was expecting a melt in your mouth experience, but what I got instead was a chew and tasteless piece of fish :(. Very sad and torn because my wife liked hers. Even her fatty tuna tasted better than my toro.
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Tom H.

Yelp
The best poke I've ever had. It was fresh since they only serve fresh fish delivered that day. Highly recommend this restaurant
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Dru Z.

Yelp
Excellent sushi and sashimi with reasonable prices, especially smack dab in touristy and overpriced Waikiki. I got the sashimi platter with chutoro upgrade and every piece of fish was like butahhh. Not worth a long wait in line, but at least the line moves relatively quickly. There is some seating inside, but I just took it to go and ate at my hotel about a block away.
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Anthey C.

Yelp
This was the first spot I visited after I left my hotel from landing in Oahu, Hawaii. The line wasn't too long, which gave me enough time to decide what to order (lots of yummy choices). The staff was very friendly and welcoming. I went with the King Salmon with Macadamia Nuts. I also decided to add Uni, Scallop, Ikura, a fresh oyster and a drink, which brought my total to about $40 USD. The poke bowl alone was $14.50. It took around 15-20 minutes to get my food, which was reasonable seeing as they made bowl to order. Since it was a Friday and Hilton Waikiki does fireworks, we grabbed the food and headed to the beach to eat. A quick tip--ask for a bag! It was dark and windy by the time we got there, so while the beachside dinner idea sounded great, the execution wasn't the best. If you want to do this, having a beach towel handy would help. That said, the food was great! The bowl wasn't huge, but it was sufficient as a meal. I was skeptical about the macadamia nuts, but it was alright! The salmon was fresh, and the uni, scallop, and ikura were all delicious. The oyster was a nice addition too. If you want to skip the line, I also checked out their China Town location--no lines at all! Of course, Waikiki is always filled with tourists, so it makes sense. [4.5* due to portion to cost]
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Sara L.

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A must-visit when in Waikiki! We loved this spot so much that we came back 3 times during our short 4-day stay in Oahu, and even brought a bowl through TSA and onto our flight to devour in the sky. Every bite is delectable. The fish is fresh and cut to order. The sushi rice is cooked and flavored to perfection. The tuna simply melts in your mouth. Located at the basement of Waikiki Shopping Plaza (alongside Royal Hawaiian Ave), this location is likely to have a line out the door, but don't be discouraged! It goes by quick and worth waiting in. Open 5-8pm only.
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Jessica Z.

Yelp
I mean their fish is fresh and tasty so it's worth the waiting. My must get when I visit Honolulu. I got Chutoro chirashi and add extra uni, scallop and salmon roe
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Angela W.

Yelp
Since they moved to Stix mall right on Kalakaua and our hotel is a block away...we decided to give them a try again. We wanted local caught tuna(not imported) so we ordered a plate of tuna poke, also a plate of Chu chirashi sashimi platter. Tuna is fresh and the seasoning that was used brought out the 'sweetness' of the fish--very tasty. Stix mall has a lot of other small eateries, from Musubi booths to dessert places that are quite good and reasonable prices. You can buy from different booths and have a little picnic in the food hall.

Cindy L.

Yelp
Delicious buttery poke at a new location inside the Waikiki shopping plaza on the same floor as the Stix food hall. It's impossible to order one dish. The poke melts in your mouth. Great customer service. They only open from 5-8pm and promptly closed at 8pm. Closed on Sundays. We spent about $60 for two chirashi plates and a side of scallop. Plenty of seating available! The new location is right next to the lobster shop. A must stop for poke lovers!
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Jenny N.

Yelp
Yummy! This poke was great. We got the wasabi Shoyu onion poke and it was so great! The flavors were amazing. It was salty though so definitely have it with something else like rice! We just wanted it without rice this time, but it was still amazing! We tried four other poke places on our trip and this was one of our favorites, and close if you're staying in Waikiki! The staff was really nice too! It down some stairs and into the little food hall thing. It was under renovation I think when we went so it was loud and a little scary with all the noise!