Tanaka of Tokyo Central

Our experience at Tanaka of Tokyo in Waikiki was outstanding from start to finish. The restaurant has a lively, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff was warm and attentive. We had a reservation for a party of eight, and they were ready for us as soon as we arrived—seamless and well-organized. The food itself was excellent—we ordered a mix of their offerings, including steak and shrimp, and everyone at our table left happy and full. But what really made the night unforgettable was our chef, Roel. Roel wasn’t just a skilled chef; he was the highlight of the entire evening. He brought incredible energy, humor, and charisma to the table. He seamlessly switched between English and fluent Japanese, which impressed us even though we didn’t fully understand—it just added to the authenticity and entertainment value. He also tied in pop culture references throughout the meal, keeping the whole table engaged and laughing. His friendly, outgoing personality made the dinner feel more like a show than just a meal, and it’s clear he genuinely enjoys connecting with his guests. On top of that, the restaurant offered a professional photographer who took group photos during our meal. They gave us a few as keepsakes and offered additional ones for purchase, which was a fun touch to remember the night. Overall, Tanaka of Tokyo delivered fantastic food, great service, and an unforgettable dining experience—thanks in large part to Chef Roel, who stole the show. If you go, I can’t recommend him enough!

Came here for a birthday dinner 530pm on a Friday. Wife and I shared the kotobuki set which was the right amount food for each of us. Our food was cooked perfectly and the pace of the meal was spot on (hence the photos with half empty plates, food came out as a smooth rollout). We were offered the Japanese A5 Wagyu for $30, which apparently is a brand new offering and was debuted that day. We had it cooked medium and it was perfectly cooked to temperature. It wasn’t too buttery as some wagyu can be, and maintained that great steak flavor. Definitely recommend! The lobster was sweet and the scallops/shrimp (not pictured) were cooked beautifully and paired well with the steak. We opted for the blackened ahi appetizer and it was a great starter. Our chef was entertaining without being overbearing (imo understanding the crowd is key to being a great teppanyaki chef). We had two unrelated parties of two but there were plenty of tables with bigger groups with vibes that fit their crew. ごちそうさまでした! Thanks for the meal!

Had an amazing experience at Tanaka of Tokyo Japanese Restaurant! The food was outstanding and everything was fresh, flavorful, and cooked right in front of us. The drinks were also delicious. The chef was not only talented but also made the meal really fun and interactive. Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. Highly recommend if you're looking for a memorable dining experience! The owners were also very sweet and kind. Overall experience was a 10/10. Thank you!

We choose Tanaka of Tokyo Central to celebrate our daughter's 18th birthday and it was wonderful. We were seated on time and our family of 5 had our own table & chef. The Japanese Peach Sangria was amazing. Our water and soft drinks were refilled continously. Our dinners were delicious and prepared by Chef Rico with expertise, flare and humor, which we all loved. Kiyoshi served us well in a quiet and professional way, which we also loved. The staff sang happy birthday to our daughter and we enjoyed dessert that was included with our dinners. A photographer came around to take our picture. A postcard sized photo was included with our visit, but also purchased a 5 x 7 photo for $20 because it was such a nice memento. We will definitely go back the next time we are in Oahu.

We walked in without reservations a little before 6pm on a Sunday night and got seated immediately with 6 strangers to share a grill. ATMOSPHERE: The dark and mysterious hallway opens up to an airy, high ceiling room that's chic, bold, and modern. They have 10 grills that can seat 8 people on each side, and a fairly big bar. After we got settled, a staff member came around with her camera with the option of having your picture taken. We passed at this corny, money-making scheme when presented with this opportunity. MENU: Steak, chicken, lobster, and combinations from affordable to pricey. INCLUDED FARE: Dipping Sauces The ginger flavor is my favorite, the other is mustard which is good but I'm not a fan of it as it tastes a bit like hot mustard though it's mild. One sauce is really meant to be dipped with seafood, the other with meat, but I don't follow rules lol. It's all about preference! Miso Soup Strong flavor, lots of diced tofu and seaweed. Very good. Salad Simple green leaf salad topped with a slice of tomato, sliced cucmbers, shredded carrots & purple cabbage under a tangy/savory orange colored dressing. Good but nothing special. Shrimp They were a little overdone and chewy but that's better than underdone in my book. Small portion, maybe about 5 diced pieces. Mushrooms, Onions & Bell Peppers Simply stir fried and lightly seasoned. I wish this would come out along with the main entree but it's done as an appetizer. Pickled Vegetables A perfectly small serving of pickled cucumbers and radish went great with the meal. Bean Sprouts Oddly these were stir fried separately from the mushrooms and onions and were served last. Would've been nice to have these along with the other veggies and main meal. Dessert Ice cream is what was for dessert, my favorite! There were about 4 or 5 flavors and I chose chocolate. FOOD: Daimyo We both opted for this mid-priced combo meal that included a petite filet, lobster tail, and scallops for $50. The meat was super tender and cooked to my request of medium, and the lobster and scallops were nicely seared and moist. Delish! Fried Rice Loads of garlicky flavor, but not much else. SERVICE: Male server was excellent. Chef was very engaging, had a great personality, skillful, and is perfect in his role. The other chef cooking for the other half of our table, couldn't compare to outs at all!

A fantastic restaurant with an incredible atmosphere! Our Valentine’s dinner was a truly unforgettable experience, with delicious food and wonderful company. The chef was a true showman, performing magic with his cooking—an absolute delight to watch. We enjoyed every moment and had an amazing time!

It’s always a great experience at Tanaka of Tokyo East location! We had a table to ourselves this time which was lovely! We’ve seen the show many times so this was actually a nice change to just enjoy a nice meal. Joe and Eddie were great! Loved Eduard, the manager. Had a nice conversation about the old days when this was located at Kings Village. Thanks again!!

This restaurant is excellent! From the hosts to the atmosphere to the food and drinks, and the lively chefs! I got the filet and shrimp and the filet just melted in my mouth. The Lava Flow specialty cocktail was delicious as well. I'd highly recommend this restaurant!

We had an amazing experience at Tanaka of Tokyo Central! Our hibachi chef, Jonah, made us feel like true Kamaʻāina from the moment we sat down -- not just diners, but the star guests of the evening. His sense of humor and the way he involved us throughout the meal was refreshing and made the whole experience so much fun. We came in early summer from the mainland and I've been meaning to leave this as my lone review from the trip for a few months now. Even though the restaurant was a little crowded, Jonah's attention to detail stood out. The grill area stayed spotless, and the care he took preparing our A5 Wagyu was much appreciated. The combination of entertainment, professionalism, and incredible food made this visit unforgettable. Highly recommend asking for Jonah if you want a memorable hibachi night and work on one's own comedy routine. Tanks Cuz

We made a reservation via OpenTable the day before, so we were able to be seated right away. The entrees came with a lot of accompaniment. Our hibachi chef was super hospitable and fun - we had 2 parties at the table, and he made everyone at the table feel comfortable. Compared to other hibachi experiences I've been to, I would say Tanaka wasn't extremely memorable, but the quality of food was decent. The total came out to around $50pp. I got the Sirloin and Shrimp (5/5) and the rest of my party got the Steak and Chicken Teriyaki (4/5) and the Ribeye (4/5). I also upgraded my rice to the Fried Rice, which did not disappoint.

This has been our most favorite hibachi restaurant. First, we didn't need a reservation and we got right in at 6pm. The host asked about any allergies and they have a menu for both dairy free and gluten free. I was blown away by how accommodating they are for allergies. They were able to cook my entire meal dairy free and gluten free. The rest of our table ate it the normal way and the chef was able to cook all the food super fast while doing both. This restaurant should be at the top of your list if you have allergies or don't eat gluten or dairy. The food was also so good. I highly recommend getting the fried rice. It's delicious. They give you a lot of food and we couldn't finish it all. Just go eat here and you won't be disappointed.

BEST TEPPANYAKI SPOT IN HAWAII! We always leave here happy and full. Great service from beginning to end, our server was sumin and she was so attentive to us and our needs (my drink was never empty!). Food is always delicious. I mean you can't go wrong when your food is prepared fresh right in front of you! Our chef Jonah did a great job taking care of our allergies and he was so funny. If you wanna support a local restaurant, visit them! They are located in the heart of Waikiki and they validate parking!

Came here to celebrate my son's birthday (the exact birthdate!). We thought this would be a fun way to celebrate while on the island. We had a chef who just cooked our meal. One of the reasons you come to a place like this and pay the $$$ is for the entertainment value which was very lacking. The food was OK - for the price you pay, i think one can get a much better meal at another decent restaurant. There was one table that had the entertaining chef as you could hear the interactions between the chef and the patrons! Our server was friendly and did a great job of making sure we were served the side dishes that accompanied our meal as well as to refresh our water etc. While they did sing and acknowledge my son's birthday with a group song and ice cream with a candle on it- Thank you! Overall, I felt that it was quite a let down.

Pang! Pang! Pang! And corny jokes is one of the things you'll get when one goes to a Tanaka of Tokyo restaurant, Lol! On my recent adventures for holiday grub with my coworkers, we ventured out to the Waikiki Shopping Plaza for a get together at the - Tanaka of Tokyo Central for a meal. Apparently, there are (3) Tanaka of Tokyo's on Oahu. - 1. Ala Moana Shopping Center which is called Tanaka of Tokyo West. 2. Located at the Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel, there is another Tanaka of Tokyo called Tanaka of Tokyo East. 3. And last of all, the restaurant I had visited last night which was called - Tanaka of Tokyo Central which is located inside of the Waikiki Shopping Plaza (3rd Floor). What can I say about the restaurant? Beautiful décor, the restaurant features certified Angus Sirlion, & thr highest quality seafood. When our chef arrived at our table, he was banging his cooking tools (spatulas) around, that's why I was saying - Pang! Pang! Pang! I guess the chef does this to get our attention, then he starts dropping all these corny jokes. Lol! As for the grub? It was as advertised, we had ordered an array of steaks & seafood items. Since I no longer do red meat I mainly stayed with the lobster, scallops, & salmon. The garlic fried rice was outstanding! So simply made, yet so good! I haven't been to a Tanaka of Tokyo for awhile, but I must stay that the restaurant still has a very strong following, as the weekday night we dined here, the restaurant was PACKED! Good food, great service, & of course an entertaining chef. Check 'em out gang!

We went here last month, January 2025 and it was our 2nd time. Every time I'd always a good experience dining. I ordered wagyu beef and lobster and our chef cooked it perfectly in front of us. This is a big restaurant and it gets full all the time. The ambiance is always fun and lively. I highly recommend this restaurant.

When we are in the mood for a guarantee dinner meeting spot, or to entertain friends from out of town, Tanaka of Tokyo always over delivers!

What amazes me with Tanaka's teppanyaki is their skilled performance of each chef that makes all guests feeling comfortable and happy with their meal grilled in front of them! Once a server myself at a first ever teppan yaki restaurant in Honolulu the Japanese chef trained two servers on how to grill on the job training for teppan yaki. I was the chosen one I never knew how to hold a knife not a spatula! No performance was done those days! Aunty will make her secret dipping sauces everyday! Nonetheless Tanaka of Waikiki never disappoints the flair of the chef outstanding performances cooks to perfection! The only option I suggest the dipping sauces for the Ahi tataki was too spicy! I love spicy food but it not for Ahi tataki dipping sauce.. I'd suggest a taste over by chefs and owners for a better dipping sauce. That will be surely a favorable taste for all! I'd not to sway from this topic but my son worked years at a omakase sushi restaurant. Therefore we love to eat out quite frequently to enjoy the atmosphere of other great restaurants! I highly recommend Tanaka Waikiki Central for all to enjoy Japanese teppan cuisine!

We eat hibachi at home quite a bit. I was able to make reservations quite easily and was seated promptly. We were here on Fourth of July 2025. We had an American chef, which was a first for me. He did a fine job with all the typical chef moves. The seating spacing was comfortable, despite the chefs range quite a bit smaller than I am accustomed. Food was cooked as requested and no issues from the family. They did serve a miso soup, and would rather have a choice of different soup, more of a beef stock. The dinner meal included a ginger salad. Fried rice was given with the upcharge. There was no garlic noodles part of the meal, which would have been nice. At the end of dinner, a photographer was taking pictures. They did offer the pictures at an upcharge. It's a nice option to have a high resolution picture, but wish it was done before eating so there would be no food on the table in the pictures. All in all, this was the best meal we had during our stay. I thought the price was more than reasonable considering how expensive other meals are on the island. My one suggestion is to have signs outside the building. It's on the third story inside a building and we found it on accident.

Had such a experience here. We came for dinner on a week night. The restaurant was pretty full, but we got lucky and the two of us had a half section all to ourselves. It was like having our own price chef! Our chef was very entertaining. He's from Guam and has been working at TOT for a few years now. Hubby and I got the lobster and steak set.We also got the shrimp and steak set. It was paired with garlic fried rice. That was definitely a treat considering I rarely eat rice anymore. It's a must try! The manager kept coming by to check on us. Everyone was kind and courteous. I've been to all the locations, but I like this one the best.

Incredible! Chef Seth was sexyyyyy and I had the BEST steak and lobster i've ever had would highly recommend!!! but mostly for chef seth he made the meal

Tanaka was great..everything we expected like a Benihana. The service was great and the drinks were amazing. I tried the lychee martini 3 times to make sure the consistency was there!! They were all delicious!! The food is standard, but we go for the show. Our chef was great. He dazzled with his hand eye coordination! Cooked our order to perfection! I would go back!

This place gets packed and you definitely need reservations on the weekend. It's really dark inside until you get seated. The lights are turned down for the flame effect. We got seated first at our table but got probably the worse seat. We were bunched up with another table behind us that left us no room to maneuver. No way of getting up without hitting the person behind you. These grills and tables are not designed to move, so it's just poorly designed. Our chef, John was great. Good vibes and jokes. I'm use to marinated foods so when it comes to teppanyaki, the flavors are not as deep. There is plenty use of soy sauce and butter. Plenty of food for the price. We could not finish our entire meal due to the portion size. The team was tentative to patrons needs, stopped by several times to check on food, drinks and other needs.

Absolutely outstanding meal & service. Alex our server & Kyle our chef made the entire evening a delight. I honestly wasn't expecting much given the touristy area and given my only teppanyaki experience has been at Benihana. Boy were we pleasantly surprised by the decor, the attentive service and delicious well executed food. Kyle, prepared the shrimp perfectly sweet & succulent. Scallops seared to perfection and not over cooked, steak perfectly med rare & all the accompaniments excellent. I'm not a fan of Waikiki but will definitely make the sacrifice to return.

Everything! We were here about 56 years ago and got to find this hidden gem. This is off the beaten path, but they must if you ever get an opportunity. Our server, Mikaela, cook Logan, and assistant manager Eduard were absolutely amazing and went above and beyond. A must if you are in the area!!!

Interesting entrance from an elevator off of kalakaua. As you are whisked up to the 3rd floor you kinda wish there was air conditioning in the muggy elevator. Door opens and you are greeted by a very dark interior. The restaurant is bustling with many guests situated around a chef doing tricks around the grill. We were seated with another party and I kinda felt sorry for the other party because our group had distracting little kids. Plus we were a little loud. So the seating with strangers is not my preference but that's what we got, The menu selections and prices are fair and all inclusive of salad, soup, rice and dessert. You just pick your main. We ordered chicken and steak.. and it was soo entertaining. The chef did tricks while cooking our food and it was fun to watch. Flip of steaks, tossing foods high up while seasoning and talking. That is a lot to do so hopefully these guys get paid more. Garlic fried rice and meat are my favorites combos. Green tea ice cream is super good and thick. Overall a good experience. Will return one day!

Dinner with a show. Perfect for the kids. Food and service was really good! The chef is super entertaining. It is a bit dark in there but fits with the vibe.

Was a great experience! Had an amazing ambience. Very nice decor and very nice service. But the best part was our awesome chef that cooked in front of us, John was very funny and provided the best experience for me and my family. Could not have been happier with my dinner there. He also made the food very delicious I got the matsu special everything was very tasty. Definitely recommend 10 out of 10.

This is a very interesting restaurant. First of all there is some smoke from the fires so I don't recommend going there with freshly washed hair... at least for the ladies that don't wash their hair everyday. Fun spot to go with friends or family for a special occasion but it's just fun, nothing more. The food is ok, I tried the teriyaki chicken and it was decent. My boyfriend got the filet and if it was cooked well done I think I would have liked it more than the chicken, but he got medium well. I think I would have also liked to get the shrimp for my main entree. My favorite items were the fried rice (appetizer) though it's a lot for one person, probably feeds 3. And the coffee ice cream wow!! Miso soup was pretty good, salad not good. They should use the popular Japan roasted sesame dressing! Yeah don't really recommend overall but service was good and the cook (Austin) was very entertaining! It's also easy to find - just go in the Waikiki shopping plaza and take the elevator to level 3!

The restaurant should concentrate on providing good service to the guests of the restaurant. Some staff of the restaurant were okay but some do not feel like they want what they are doing or just lazy to work?. Other than that the food is okay.

We made reservation for family of 3 adults and 2 kids. Took about 15 min to be seated. We were sat with 2 other parties: 1 was family of 2 adults and 1 kid, the other party was 4 adults. It took another 20 min for to cook to arrive and cook for us. The whole entire the time we were just sitting there, without a choice but to listen to the party of 4 adults being obnoxiously loud, and using profanity nonstop. The cook must be an inexperience bc food particles were flying everywhere. Experience - bad Food - mediocre Must be our unlucky day! What could be improved? Maybe don't seat family with young children with people who like to get drunk and being obnoxious!

I had high hopes for Tanaka of Tokyo, but overall, the experience was pretty underwhelming. The food was just okay--not bad, but definitely not memorable. The service matched the food: just okay. Nothing particularly warm or welcoming, just kind of going through the motions. The first thing I noticed when we walked in was the smell--it had that musty, old-restaurant scent that made the place feel a little rundown. Not the best first impression. The most unfortunate part of the night was during the teppanyaki show. When the chef was doing the usual salt-shaker flip, it slipped out of his hand and ended up knocking over a bowl of sauce--right onto my clothes. Accidents happen, but there wasn't much of an apology or attempt to make it right, which was disappointing. Not the worst meal I've had, but definitely not worth the hype (or the price). Probably won't be back.

This was one of the better meals we had on our most recent Hawaii trip! It was my kids' first time having hibachi, and they loved the dinner and a show concept. The other family at our table were semi-regulars, and they said there were some tricks that they hadn't seen before despite having been to Tanaka multiple times. Our chef, Lee, was great at engaging everyone at the table. He was a great chef as well; all the food was delicious. My husband ordered the Sho-Gun, while I ordered the Daimyo. Both will get you the filet, lobster tail and scallops combination, but the Sho-Gun is way too much food. I would recommend the Daimyo, even for those with a hearty appetite. Tanaka is on our list of Waikiki restaurants we'd return to next time we're in the area.

Absolutely amazing experience and delicious food. A massive shout out to our Chef, Seth. He was so charismatic and made 3 separate groups of people at the one table, effortlessly engage with eachother which made the night even better! We will be back Steve (from Australia)

I loved my time with my family. Anthony is very entertaining. He made us all laugh. Excellent cook. The lobster was so good just a great atmosphere and family experience!! I definitely recommend this place

John put on a show and knew how to make the table laugh through the entire dinner. He is fantastic at what he does! The wagyu and lobster were both amazing

Benihana has nothing on this place. The food was seasoned to perfection! Jonah was our chef and he did not disappoint! He understood the assignment. Butter and garlic please. The ambience is beautiful also.

I stopped by for dinner last night at this venue at the request of my teenager kids who hold old memories of dining at similar style restaurants. Upon arrival, I was impressed by the service and appearance. The wait lobby was quaint, setting a great mood for couples. The hostess was warm and welcoming too. Upon seating at my table, I looked at the beverage menu and was surprised by the many choices in adult beverages. I order the shrimp dish while my kids ordered filet mignon. Our chef was "Chris." Chris did an amazing job keeping the table entertained. Chris delivered an overall memorable experience! I was thrilled to have stopped by Tanaka of Tokyo for dinner. They truly delivered a memorable experience. I would highly recommend this venue to families and couples interested in a unique Taipan experience. Mahalo!

I was so excited to try this place because teppanyaki has been hard for me to find. I'm so glad we came here. The food was very good! I ordered the vegetarian entree which is not on the menu and it was exceptional. Thank you, John! My tofu was very flavorful and he seasoned everything very well. He was also very friendly and his bad jokes got better after 2 glasses of wine. lol Our waiter was also great! The ambiance is moody and dark. I highly recommend this place. Miso soup is not vegetarian, FYI!

This place was a very interesting experience that someone can experience. We ordered 4 combo, then got 4 shared portions as we have 8 people total. I forgot the exact amount, but I think you paid around $10-20 for every shared portion. We ended up with the bill of nearly $700 for 8 people. The foods were unexpectedly good! This place has the best miso soup I have ever tried in the U.S. as it was very flavorful. I personally do not like lobsters, but for some reason, they tasted really good too, perhaps due to how fresh the seafood was. The vegies were also very tasty, even though they were pepper, onion, and mushroom. The fried rice is also really good because you can taste the smokiness and garlic in the fried rice. Beansprout was the worst one among everything for some reason and it tasted so bad. I think because it was the end of the day, so the chef was kind of tired and dropped things a few times when he was performing. But it's understandable and he is still a very cool guy. There was so much food, even though we only ordered 4 main portions + 4 shared portions, so be careful when you order food. They look like they are very little, but when you start eating, you get filled quickly due to lots of fat from oil and butter. Overall, it was a good experience, but if you ask whether I would return to this, then I would say no because it was good but not that good. We only came here for the first experience.

CLEANLINESS: 4/5 SERVICE: 2/5 FOOD: 2/5 I had high expectations for this teppanyaki restaurant since it was in Hawaii, but was quite disappointed. Our waiter was clearly overwhelmed by our large group of 18 people, so I was surprised they didn't have two waiters for the table. I felt sorry for him (Brian). He did a great job though! He was courteous and had a tough crowd who was hangry. As for the cook (N_ _ _ _ _), he was not friendly at all. I won't state his name publicly for his own sake. It seems he was offended by some requests on how some of the guests wanted their meat cooked. He barely smiled and it really just ruined the whole experience. He barely did any special tricks and literally just cooked (which I understand is his job). However, if we just wanted a meal without entertainment then we would have just went to a regular Japanese restaurant. His colleague who was cooking for the other half of the table was charismatic and he was entertaining! Our half of the table ended up just looking at his colleague instead because he literally did nothing except some onion ring volcano fire... As for the food itself, it was mediocre. Most of us ordered the set and upgraded to wagyu. The wagyu wasn't bad, but he definitely overcooked it unfortunately. The worst was how overcooked the lobster tail was! It was rubbery and not edible. What a waste. After the experience with our cook, I definitely would NOT recommend this place to any friends or family. It felt like we just got unlucky with who they assigned as our cook because they really are the ones who would make an impact on the dining experience.

I came here on a busy Friday night and the first thing I noticed as I stepped in to this place was the aesthetically pleasing layout. We were quickly seated and our drinks were served promptly. Shortly after,our chef Jonah arrived to prepare our food. I've been to many teppan restaurants and seen some good chefs but Jonah was the best I've ever seen. He prepared our food with amazing theatrics and impeccable precision. In addition he had a great personality and made everyone at our table laugh. The food was outstanding and Jonah stole the show with a 5 star performance. If I had three hands I'd give him three thumbs up, that guy is legendary!!

Plenty of space for a large group to enjoy dinner together. We had dinner with our team: food was tasty. I have enjoyed better entertainment from other locations. It seemed a bit rushed. Thank gosh the food was great.

We enjoyed our dinner at Tanaka's. Service was superb and food tasted great. We loved the ambiance, very clean and loved the decor. Kids were very entertained and every server there was very attentive. We recommend this place especially families with little kids. They will love it!

Tanaka of Tokyo has three locations in Hawaii and the food is always awesome and of a high, consistent quality. We like the Central location since it was remodeled some time ago, as the ambiance is especially nice. We had dinner with friends and truly enjoyed the experience. While we were there two groups celebrated birthdays. One was a family with elementary school-aged children and another a group of adults. Both were treated to their desserts with a birthday candle and with a rousing song by all of the staff. The kids had great fun. Dress code is casual with some small requirements you can find on the website. My husband had the lobster and steak combination, our friends each had the steak and chicken combination and I had the teriyaki chicken. We had fried rice all around. Everything tastes wonderful. Dinners come with a side salad, tsukemono (Japanese pickled veggies), white rice (upgrade to fried rice available), shrimp appetizer, grilled vegetables and ice cream (several flavors available) for dessert. What a deal! The beverage list is extensive and there's a full bar. Service is attentive and excellent - from being greeted in the traditional Japanese style at check-in, gracious escort to your table, table setting, service by all the staff, managers always assisting their staff, water always filled (sorry, it's a sore point with me!). Restaurant is clean and remarkably smoke free. Chefs are skilled and gregarious so there's always a great show. There's validated parking in the building. Ramp is a little steep and narrow but it's a great feature in the middle of Waikīkī. Loved, loved, loved it!

Food was a wonderful. Great experience overall. It was my 4 year old son's first hibachi and he loved it.

Pretty decent place but I have been to a lot better. Steak and soup were both good. Drinks and veggies were just ok. The place was pretty dark inside but service was good. Prices are on the high side.

The food was absolutely amazing. Scallops, Lobster, steaks all cooked to absolutely perfection! John was an awesome, cool, very entertaining and super accommodating to my mother in laws salt restrictions. Thanks so much we will definitely be back!!

We had such a nice time here! 10/10 on food, experience, and service. The manager was so kind and welcoming. Would 100% eat here again. I've had teppanyaki before but this stands out by far on overall quality!

Their food was ok, but pricy. They say they use cheaper cuts of chicken such as thigh meat instead of breast meat because it's "juicier". Sounds like a scam sales pitch to me. Downgraded one star for that. We were surprised that their corkage fee was $40 and it's not mentioned on their website. I downgraded one star for that. It's just not a friendly fee for people who have special favored wine selections. $5.75 up charge for fried rice is another add on that should only be maybe $2.00 at most since it's such a small portion.

So good food and amazing john take care of us . John cook our food very good . I recommend this place to must bisit and dine in oahu hawaii

I've spent many birthdays here. I love the food and location. My family and I had my graduation dinner here, too.

We came to Tanaka of Tokyo for the Japanese steak and culinary artistry, but we stayed for John's comedy hour! Not only did we get perfectly cooked food that melted in our mouths, but we also got jokes that were just as sizzling as the teppanyaki grill. John had us laughing so hard we almost forgot how full we were. The service was impeccable, the food was divine, and John's humor was the cherry on top (or maybe the soy sauce on the side?). Highly recommend--just make sure you're ready for a side of laughter with your steak! Highly recommend dinner here.

#grateful Mr Lau best manager I was unable to talk him into doing a table dance but he was definitely on top of things I have been on the island for over 4 years I have been to all the Best restaurants this definitely beats them all when it comes to Customer service And fine dining from the minute we walked in the door you immediately know you are going to get the best service you have ever received we had an awesome cook named Justin and a amazing photographer make sure to follow him on Instagram I'm never leaving the island this is the place I will take my last breath I will be visiting this restaurant often and making sure my family and friends visited before they leave the island Mahalo so full of gratitude check out my YouTube video posted June 22nd 2024 Honolulu helpers make sure to follow photographer on Instagram Jayzvision

My family and I were in vacation in Hawaii. We had no clue where to go for dinner one evening, but luckily I found this place and it was worth it!! My kids loved it so much, the staff was so friendly and welcoming. We want to go back.

We visit Tanaka of Tokyo Central often . I want to compliment our chef Seth for prepping a great meal for us tonight. Seven of us each ordered a different meal and he was still able to make everything just right. Thank you Seth!

The food is delicious here. Patrick was our chef and he was friendly, entertaining and cooked our food exactly how we wanted it. The waitstaff on the other hand is mediocre at best, they took forever to bring us utensils, drinks and refills. There was no one at the bar so we could get our own drinks and when I spoke to the hostess about this I could see the other waitresses laughing at the fact that I was annoyed that 9 of my guests couldn't get refills on their drinks. Unacceptable behavior.

We accidentally made reservations for the wrong location thinking it was this one and they were kind enough to take us in for our reservation and call the other place to move the reservation over locations for us. They were so nice sang me happy bday will def be back!