Takumi

Sushi restaurant · Kaanapali

Takumi

Sushi restaurant · Kaanapali

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2580 Kekaa Dr J2, Lahaina, HI 96761

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Omakase sushi, fresh fish, sake pairings, intimate setting  

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The 25 Best Maui Restaurants, According to a Local Expert | Eater

"The minimalist decor at Takumi says everything: The sushi bar’s countertops are empty save for a sharkskin grater, some earthen ceramics, and a set of knives so shiny and lethal they could double as samurai swords. Chef Eima Yamada worked for the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua and Morimoto’s before helping launch this intimate spot in the Fairway Shops. You can order sushi a la carte or to-go items throughout the week, but the real magic happens on the weekend, when Yamada hosts omakase dinners for a dozen lucky diners. The two-hour experience includes as many as 17 individual dishes — a steal for $160 — including items likeakamutsu (blackthroat seaperch) flown in from Tokyo’s esteemed Toyosu Fish Market. Know before you go: If you can’t commit to the full omakase dinner, you can book a pared down version for $100 on Tuesday and Wednesday nights." - Shannon Wianecki

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Jesse Welch

Google
We did the premium Omakase and Sake pairing and it was well worth every bite. The experience is amazing and the quality of the food is likewise amazing. You are guaranteed to have a delicious meal here and it should be a priority on your dining list for Maui.

Tricia Crane

Google
We ate here THREE times over three days because it was SO good! One time I picked up the order -- even the to-go box and presentation was amazing. Quality all around: fresh ingredients, delicious food, friendly service, presentation, portions, and cozy outdoor dining.

Sirinuch Nichols

Google
Amazing!! My husband and I love Omakase. So we were on vacation with our family in Maui and came across this restaurant. We took our niece for her first bite of Uni. All boy!! Not disappointed at all. The uni and all the fish are super fresh. All so they got A5 wagon beef. Definitely recommend for everyone who is sushi lover. 🍣😍😋 #Omakase #Sushi #Vacation #Family #Food

Francis Phan

Google
I took my wife for her birthday to Takumi for the Chef’s Omakase Dinner and it was breathtaking. The restaurant has a great vibe and decor. The wait staff and chefs were so accommodating. The sushi was so delicious. Every bite was so full of flavor. Chef Yamada prepares the sushi right in front of you and part of the experience is watching him prepare with all the little details. The dishes come arranged beautifully and with such care. We had the sake pairing as well and every course was brought out to such richness. Please go to Takumi for the best sushi on Maui.

Caroline Bravo

Google
This place was beautiful. We weren’t sure if we could get in last minute but they sat us so quickly and it was some of the best sushi we’ve ever had. CJ was our waiter and he was wonderful. Really kind and made great recs!

Jen Park

Google
We had an amazing experience at this omakase restaurant! The food was incredibly delicious, especially the perfectly prepared fish. Each dish showed the chef’s meticulous attention to detail. The intimate atmosphere and exceptional service made the evening even more special. We can’t wait to return and highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Maui. The value for the quality of food and service was exceptional. A must-visit!

Phuong Huynh

Google
Amazing omakase! We've been to Maui many times and finally there's a restaurant that has omakase. It's an experience we'll never forget. Super talented chef and friendly staff. We highly recommend Takumi.

chad756

Google
It seems to be common in Maui for local restaurants to have very limited seating, and this spot was no exception. We noticed a lot of people ordering takeout, but we decided to wait for a table so we could eat there. The food was absolutely amazing—well worth the wait. I wish I could remember the name of the lady who helped us; she was so friendly and made us feel right at home. Our whole family enjoyed chatting with her, which made the experience even better.
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Tracy C.

Yelp
Omakase........oh my died n gone to seafood Heaven! What a triumph of a meal we experienced. Is it expensive? A tad at $160 per person, but superior quality seafood is shipped fresh from Japan along with sake and most of the ingredients (apart from local sweet Molokai shrimp and Big Eye tuna), everything is fresh and made in front of you, and you eat so much you are fit to burst, but all of it is healthy! You can add on a sake tasting along with each course for $65, and there is a secret Chef's add on menu too (it is definitely worth it). We were celebrating a late Father's Day and another couple were celebrating a birthday, so it is definitely a celebration event, or just a treat yourself splurge. We booked online easily with Opentable.com (please note no strong perfume to be worn), parking is free, and CJ gives you a hearty welcome and settles you in for your Omakase extravaganza, explaining the menu and offering drinks. I plumped for a grapefruit K pop (High Ball in Japan), and hubby who doesn't drink was happy to find non alcoholic choices and chose a Yuzu sparkling drink. Both drinks were refreshing, and CJ kept our water filled up throughout the 2 hour meal- athon. Omakase is in the main restaurant, which is small, 6 chef's table seats and a table for 4. Outside there is an a la carte area and a takeout window. All the decor is from Japan, minimal and calming, creating the perfect backdrop for Chef's creations. Our menu for the evening was the Chef's choice (Omakase) and he was on fire! 1. Sweet Crab with crunchy pickled cucumber, assorted seaweed 2. Monk fish liver in soy sauce, earthy and rich unctiousness 3. Egg custardy with scallop, crab, shitake and roe, juxtaposition of silky egg and bubbles of roe which burst in your mouth 4. Butterfish marinaded in soy for 6 days with shishito pepper, the fish is incredibly flavoured and soft and the pepper adds crunch 5. Chiba golden eye snapper, a white light but oily fish (the fish is served sushi style from here, starting with the subtlest whites down to the meatier red fish). Soft and sweet with a slight bite from the wasabi 6. Flounder with kombu (sea kelp) marinade, delicious 7. Striped Jack with green onion and ginger chopped topping, slightly crunchy and the Jack is delish 8. Molokai Sweet shrimp, soft yet juicy and so sweet 9. Hokkaido scallop with lemon juice and shiso flower and lemon salt, melt in the mouth scallop with the zing of lemon 10. Sea bass, oh so good 11. Local Big eye tuna with shoyu, sea salt and onion chopped, so proud our local tuna is featured, meaty and moreish 12. Oro blue fin chopped with tuna, The blue fin and tuna are chopped together into a sheet and used in warm nori rolls, crunchy and eat straight away like an ice cream cone 13. Binchotan charcoal seared fish, with sea salt and lemon juice, this was a fave, the smokiness was so delicious and the showmanship was IG worthy. Binchotan charcoal from Japan is white charcoal and very clean burning, used a lot in Japanese cuisine. 14. Miso soup, this was a surprise with the umami depth and richness 15. Chef's special menu items - which I won't spoil for you! Definitely worth ordering though, a gilded experience 16 Mochi - wheat and matcha flavours Chef announces each course/sake and puts on a show while creating each dish, and the meal takes 2 hours in total. It is a culinary tour de force, one not to be missed, exactly like being in Japan. CJ checks you out and makes sure you are happy and full and gives you a hug as you leave :) We had a really enjoyable night, full of laughter, culinary showmanship, indescribably good food and so much of it, it was a night to remember and we hope to return to celebrate future happy occasions
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Deanna R.

Yelp
Friendly service and great food. Everything was really fresh, and price was about the same as anywhere else in Maui and standard for sushi prices but a lot more fresh
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Jennifer W.

Yelp
Tiny but lovely sushi restaurant near the resorts that offers omakase option (need to prebook) a few days a week, but since we didn't prebook, we just ordered off their regular menu. The inside area has 1 table plus the omakase counter, and the patio area had a few tables, so there might be a wait if they're full. The staff member was super nice and friendly, and chatted with us every time she delivered something to our table. They also have a takeout window if there's no space to dine-in. Based on the pictures, that also seems like a legit option. We ordered a few rolls to share, and each got a 12pc sushi combo set. To be honest, the sushi combo set was plenty for 1 person, so the extra rolls we got were completely unnecessary. However, the soft shell crab roll was definitely worth getting. We were happy that the waitress had to take a second to think about which fish they had in the fridge that day and thus, would be receiving in the combo set - as that indicated how fresh it was. The portion size on each nigiri was excellent, alongside a generous portion of sushi rice, so well worth the price. Highly recommend it, we enjoyed all the nigiri that came in the combo, but I particularly loved the scallop and the salmon (super fatty). Super happy we found this place on a whim while we were visiting. Highly recommend it! We would love to come back and try their omakase option (we got to watch since we snagged the 1 indoor table) and it was drool-worthy.
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Kellie N.

Yelp
Located in the fairway shops. Great sushi with a really great atmosphere. Omakase is definitely the specialty here but we went and took a shot one night to just show up. The inside was all booked and reserved for omakase only. We were fortunate to be able to get the last of two tables available for the patio. Us being a party of 4 the other was a party of 8 so it is not a very large space. They do offer take out. Food we had was great. Excellent quality but the sushi had a lot of rice. Highly recommend the hamachi carpaccio and salmon special were or favorites. Service was excellent! Give them a try if sushi is your thing. Note if you're not into sushi there is no other cooked options.
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Samson L.

Yelp
Tucked into the heart of Maui with a blend of Hawaiian ease and Japanese soul, Takumi surprised me in the best way. From the outside, it's a breezy fusion of island calm and minimalist charm, but step inside and you're hit with an authentic Japanese ambiance that feels like it was flown in straight from Kyoto. It's not every day a sushi spot feels right--this one does. Service? Solid. Our server was kind, attentive, and made us feel at home without hovering. Food came out quickly, though to be fair, the place wasn't packed--so your mileage may vary on a busier night. Now to the real reason we're all here: the sushi. We ordered the soft shell crab, snow crab, spicy tuna, and scallop rolls. The soft shell crab? Game-changer. Light, crispy, flavorful--worth coming back just for that. The other rolls were good--fresh and satisfying--but didn't quite blow my chopsticks off. Still, solid across the board. Overall, Takumi Maui delivers a great experience with cozy vibes, kind service, and that one roll I'll be dreaming about later. Four stars, and a mental note to come back soon.
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Azure L.

Yelp
takumi is always an amazing choice! you know it's good when everything down to the ginger wasabi and soy sauce taste amazing even on their own lol. will always be back :))))
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Marisa K.

Yelp
If I could give Takumi Sushi 10 stars, I would in a heartbeat. From the moment we walked in, we were absolutely transported--the atmosphere is so serene and stunning, it felt like we stepped straight into a tucked-away gem in Kyoto. Every detail, from the lighting to the delicate touches of decor, was thoughtfully curated and utterly beautiful. Now let's talk about the FOOD. Oh. My. Goodness. Every single bite was a masterpiece. The fish was buttery, fresh, and perfectly cut--like it had been blessed by the sushi gods themselves. The rolls were inventive without being overdone, and the nigiri? Divine. I swear I almost cried eating the toro. It reminded us so much of our time in Japan--authentic, refined, and made with true craftsmanship. And the cherry on top? The OWNER. What an absolute sweetheart! She greeted us with the warmest smile and treated us like old friends. You can feel her passion and heart in every part of the restaurant. It's rare to experience such genuine hospitality paired with such high-level cuisine. Takumi means "artisan," and this place lives up to the name in every possible way. A total gem--don't walk, RUN here. You will not be disappointed. Lisa was such a great "auntie" too! So sweet
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Mindy P.

Yelp
Five enthusiastic stars for this gem of a sushi place! Just about a half mile up the street through the golf course from the resorts, it's absolutely worth placing an order for pickup to watch the sunset. First, just LOOK at those to-go boxes! I almost want o clean them and use them for something. We ordered the Midori Roll and two orders of crispy rice (tuna). Note--the crispy rice is substantial! Oh man, I can say this is our last day on Maui and with the exception of 6 ounces of exceptional ahi at Ulu Kitchen, this was the FRESHEST fish we've eaten. So grade A delicious! The crispy rice went out of its way to be generous and flavorful. The Midori Roll was fresh and clean. You've got to try this place!

Chris N.

Yelp
Thanks. Great locale. Great good. Great all around! Great great great great great great. Hamachi Kama. Yellow tail Uni. Otoro Tamago
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Karrie B.

Yelp
The restaurant is small and beautiful, we were happy to find Takumi serving up near perfect sushi! The fish was super fresh and cut well, everything on the menu is artisanal and quality. Cold Japanese beers hit the spot after surfing all morning. What a gem!
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Wendy T.

Yelp
This tiny, cute, and mighty sushi shop is tucked in a strip along the highway and reservations are only for omakase. You can order takeout online or from their window outside. Takumi has one of the best to-go packaging for sushi I've seen. No plastic black sushi containers; the wooden boxes are sturdy and it's like unveiling an art piece when you open up the box! The fish is fresh and the colors were really pretty~~ MT loved the scallop nigiri, and we both think it was one of the sweetest scallops we've had! The otoro nigiri was super tender and tasty~ The rice for the nigiri almost tasted like it had butter mixed in, and the rice for the rolls were a little too hard (not very sticky like usual sushi rice) for us. But the ingredients and flavors for the rolls mostly covered up the rice mishap. I loved the No Ka Oi (spicy tuna roll with tuna and habanero aioli on top)-- the kick from the habanero and wasabi was just enough to be exciting without a bit burn or sinus-clearing sensation. The Salmon Special Roll had too much of the spicy mayo for us, so we scraped that (and unfortunately the tobiko) off. The salmon roll that we didn't order was a solid standard roll with no frills but lots of rice. We also didn't order the eel avocado roll, but it was very sweet / eel sauce-flavored but I enjoyed the big bite and mouthfeel :P Docking a star not because they were late with our online order but because they got our order wrong (2 items!). And for the price, it's a bit sad to receive rolls that mostly goes to waste instead of the items we actually wanted... especially because we got sushi since MT specifically wanted a certain roll but didn't get it in our order. But we were still overall happy with our experience!
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Cheryl L.

Yelp
Takumi is located in the Fairway shops and is well worth the visit. All is fresh and nicely displayed. From Thurs to Saturday is the Chefs tasting counter @ $160.00. Otherwise you can order a la carte from the menu and sit outside. Very nice atmosphere and friendly service. Prices a la cart are reasonable. I had No Ka Oi that was really tasty and well worth the $28. Spicy Tuna Roll Topped With Tuna, Habanero Aioli, Micro Greens, Kizami Wasabi In addition, I had the Seaweed Salad. Unfortunately I ate most of it then remembered to take a pic.

Todd B.

Yelp
Small intimate restaurant with delicious sushi! Eric was such a fun and friendly server. Definitely coming back!
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Alice C.

Yelp
We are pumped to have such an amazing sushi restaurant on the Westside! I've been stalking this restaurant since last year when I saw their sign and was so glad to see they were open when we came back this year. Everything is super fresh and rivals some of our favorite sushi spots on the mainland. Service was lovely, we ordered the following: Edamame Eel avocado roll Lobster tempura roll - our fav, so damn good Rainbow roll King Salmon sashimi - 4 pcs Omakase nigiri + negihama roll Everything was so fresh and on par with Maui sushi prices. Highly recommend for the gorgeous restaurant, service and quality.

Faraaz C.

Yelp
Delicious sushi, reasonable prices (especially for Maui), and quick service. We did take out and the rolls came in a fancy box, and there was a little squirt bottle of soy sauce. Will definitely take out from here again!

Amanda N.

Yelp
so excited to have another japanese sushi spot on the north side! We got lucky at 6:45pm on a friday night with no wait. Inside was full with the 2hr omakase that you book in advance, but there's 3 two top tables and 1 four person table for the outside section. Service is pretty fast and helpful when we asked questions. We ordered a bottle of sake to start and then had the omakase nigiri and ali'i mixed nigiri. Everything was delicious - especially the scallop and red snapper. My only note would be that the cuts of fish were too thick (i never thought i'd complain about that!) but it felt like sashimi cuts on top of rice, making it hard to eat in one bite and also chewy (in a way you don't want when eating fish). Other than that - presentation and quality is definitely comparable to the sushi I had while in Japan. I will definitely come back to try the 2 hr omakase with the chef next time!
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Deisha M.

Yelp
AMAZING SUSHI!! Great place to eat out go support this business. Service was excellent!
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Carla W.

Yelp
New takeout sushi place located in a strip mall at fairway shops in kaanapali ! Beautiful to look at and eat. The prettiest take out boxes I have ever seen. We had ahi tataki which was excellent, lobster tempura roll, special salmon roll, wagyu beef, otoro,chutoro , scallop and salmon nigiri. Difficult with online ordering site as tried to use a welcome coupon I had and didn't work.. tried to call but no way to get an actual person to answer. They r also open for omikase three nights a week and for lunch takeout as well. Need a few more options for special rolls but nice selection overall.

Meredith H.

Yelp
We came in on Wednesday night and were able to get seated right away. You might need to make a reservation on the weekend but we got lucky since it was a week night I'm guessing. First off, this was hands down the best sushi we've had since our trip to Japan! So fresh and flavorful. It was very obvious they know what they're doing here! The service was also outstanding! Our waitress was very upbeat and friendly. She not only gave us great recommendations on the menu, but also took the time to give us suggestions on things to do and other places to eat in the area. Will definitely be recommending Takumi to our friends and family who visit Maui regularly!
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Joe K.

Yelp
Fantastic sushi!! The uni was amazing!! The spicy tuna crispy rice was unreal...we also got the rainbow roll and the salmon special roll but of which were awesome!! The service was fast and helpful and the place reminded us of a sushi bar you would walk into in Tokyo!!!

Grace W.

Yelp
An unexpected but delicious find! The quality of fish at Takumi is amazing and I absolutely love the intimate atmosphere of the restaurant. The server was friendly, nonintrusive and very attentive. You can tell the fish is fresh when you can see the server trying to remember what came in that day!

Cody R.

Yelp
Great sushi experience with the chef. Enjoyed Thursday night. Was not cheap...$160 per person but you get a lot of food. 10 different dishes to try. We also opted for the chefs sake pairing for an extra $65 per person. Great sake that are hard to come by. Left full, happy, and ready to enjoy cigars under the stars!

Raines M.

Yelp
What if I told you the best sushi of my life was on a beach in the rain! Well it was. We were disappointed we didn't find it sooner to make a in person omakase dinner. We will next time. Sometime it's about the little things! Like the to go presentations. So cute.
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Kat W.

Yelp
I have eaten sushi all over the world. This spot is an authentic Japanese gem on Maui. We are so lucky to have them on the West Side. Everything I've ordered has been super fresh. Anyone complaining about prices is probably used to mainland previously frozen garbage sushi. When it comes to high end sushi, you get what you pay for.

Michael G.

Yelp
To start: we called prior to our visit to make sure they had same day availability as we hadn't made a reservation previously. The phone was answered "Hello" which was confusing... we were unsure we had called the right number since the call wasn't answered like a professional business. We asked is this "Takumi" and were met with a response of "Yeah." We live on the West Side and work in the industry so understand that things happen, but for the price point, the service we experienced simply didn't measure up. The sushi was excellent, especially the No Ka 'Oi Roll, which was beautifully crafted. Unfortunately, the overall experience was diminished by service that fell far short of expectations for an à la carte dining experience. At one point, our server was around the corner in the kitchen area, speaking just loudly enough for us to overhear her venting to a coworker about a phone call from a guest asking if they'd still be served if they arrived late. That kind of conversation, especially when audible to guests, felt unprofessional and took away from the ambiance we were expecting. Worse, we ordered an appetizer that never arrived. When we were asked if we were ready to check out and mentioned we were still waiting on a dish, the server checked with the kitchen, loud enough for us to hear everything. We learned that the dish we ordered had been mistakenly given to a couple seated after us. And now it was out of stock. The server then told us she should have mentioned they were out of it earlier, when in reality, the mistake was that it was served to the wrong table. She added that she'd "take it off the bill," which, of course, is expected but saying it like a favor only added to the frustration. My recommendation to management: the team needs some coaching around professionalism, guest interaction, and attention to detail. "Table touches" mean little when the server doesn't know the status of the meal. Asking, "How's everything here?" while walking away, especially as we have our mouths full, doesn't prompt a real answer or create a meaningful guest connection. The restaurant itself was slow, which made the disorganized service even harder to understand. Overall, the experience didn't match the quality of the food (which was a 10/10) or the price we paid. To top it off, I didn't appreciate being handed a Toast device with the highest predetermined tip percentage highlight already, while the server stood directly over me watching as I made my selection. A physical shoulder touch followed with a "thank you" felt overly familiar and unprofessional. It made an already disappointing experience feel even more uncomfortable. Give two stars for the food quality and ambiance. Both were spectacular.
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Mike B.

Yelp
Had the salmon special role and No Ka and Crispy Rice were all excellent! Great service and prompt
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Janis L.

Yelp
This gem was recommended to us by our resort staff, and boy she was spot on. As my husband mentioned in his review we were a little hesitant arriving at the height of the dinner hour and only one person was dining at the counter. We would've walked away but glad we didn't. We dined this evening on some of the best sushi we've ever had. We live in Southern California and are accustomed to excellent sushi. Everything we ordered was outstanding, fresh, well presented and of superb quality. We will be back as we are lucky enough to visit Maui often. Thank you Mario for the excellent service. BTW, when we were leaving every table was taken, and the take out business was thriving. Compliments to the designer, the Japandi (cross between Japanese Scandinavian ) interior decor is welcoming with the light wood, clean lines, and minimalistic surroundings.
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Jaewoo P.

Yelp
Great dinner Omakase experience :) highly recommend! Fish from japan AND locally sourced which makes it a very unique experience!

Jerome L.

Yelp
Takumi Sushi is a new sushi restaurant in Kaanapali that is truly outstanding. This review will focus on Takumi's omakase offering, but the restaurant also offers a less expensive patio dining option featuring a range of a la carte nigiri and roll choices or combos, as well as a tempura combo. All of the patio options can also be ordered as takeout, along with a 40 or 60 piece sushi platter. Any of their sushi is top notch and reasonably priced ($30-60 for a meal) given the top quality. The 17 dish omakase course is absolutely world class. (Takumi's $160 omakase is as good as much more expensive omakase dinners that my Japanese wife and I have had in Japan and California). There is presently only one omakase seating per night for the 7 sushi counter seats and one 4 person table. Reservations on their website. Chef Yamada is very friendly and explains each item that he has chosen for the evening in fluent English and Japanese. The omakase course has a few traditional items such as pickled vegetables, chawanmushi, grilled fish and tender octopus (which I usually hate but was delectable). But the star of the evening was, of course, THE SUSHI. Chef Yamada prepared about 10 delicately seasoned nigiri sushi, most of them exotic cuts of fish that you won't see in your typical sushi restaurant, except the tuna which was the best of thousands of maguro that I've eaten in my life -- just melt-in-your mouth, savory delicious! The fish are mostly flown in that day from Japan, though the marvelous sweet shrimp (amaebi) came from Molokai. The last sushi item was a delightful hand roll containing toro and crunchy takuwan radish pickles). Yes, $160 is not cheap for a dinner, but you will feel that you got full value for a very memorable sushi experience that may be the best of your life.

Cayla C.

Yelp
So delicious! Highly recommend trying their food. We wished we could have done the sit down dinner but they were booked, the take out was so good though! Definitely worth it

Scott D.

Yelp
Food was top shelf Service was attentive Clean place Saki selection excellent We'll be back
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Nivedita C.

Yelp
We got takeout from here and loved their packaging! The sushi was fresh and tasty - will recommend.

Rebecca P.

Yelp
Amazing food! Amazing service! Tiny place but we arrived at exactly the right time and were seated immediately. We found the prices comparable to other good sushi restaurants. If we lived in Maui, we'd eat there every week. Will definitely return on our next visit. Thank you for an amazing meal!

MG M.

Yelp
If headed to Maui, I highly recommend checking out Takumi. Chef Eima Yamada's Omakase experience is truly something special--one of the best I've had in the U.S. His skill and artistry make for an unforgettable meal! We dined in, but they have takeout and a more casual patio option, too. And we will definitely go back each time we return.

Ruth B.

Yelp
My husband and I ate here and were delighted by our meal. We ordered teh avocado rolls - delicious. I had the tempura- excellent and my husband ordered the scallops, also excellent. We ate inside at the beautiful ( solid) wood bar. It was a pleasant surprise as our original place for dinner had lost power! Not being big sushi fans we decided to try Takumi. I will say the couple that was eating when we left- their food looked amazing! And they said everything was delicious. It is small- bar and one booth for 4 inside and 3 tables outside. We plan to return and be a bit more adventursome with our food selection.

Mary Jane B.

Yelp
( December 2024 ) We loved this restaurant so much we went back for more two days later! The owner was on site, took us on a tour inside where they offer Omakase style dinner. Very cute. They have a take out window up front, where we ordered the first time, and sat and talked with the owner. The sushi was fresh, beautiful presented, even for take out, and a selection of original rolls, of which we tried. On our return visit we tried everything! Again, fresh and extremely tasteful.

C W.

Yelp
Amazing sushi! Great quality, carefully prepared and presented. Will definitely be back to try the Omakase Dinner.

Skipro3 ..

Yelp
Prices are pretty steep. Paid $40 for what essentially was a California roll (my wife doesn't like raw fish) with crab meat, and a crispy rice of tuna based on the recommendation from an earlier review posted here on YELP. The crab was from a can, not fresh, and the tuna was mushy and again, not fresh, firm at all. They did come with sides of wasabi and ginger, both tasted fresh. Boxes and presentation was just O.K. as well. The uramaki flavor; rice, and other ingredients was no better than the sushi/uramaki I've gotten from SAM's Club for $10 or less. The price was also jacked up in my opinion. I don't have the receipt any longer, but the two items we bought were $18 and $14 respectively. From $32, the total ended up being $40 with the extra charges for the boxes they came in and a fee for take-out. Now, at the time, they didn't have their dining room open, so adding on a take-out price without it being mentioned anywhere was not cool. Plus, they charge for the boxes?! The order is placed at a window, you do not go inside. Think of how you order food at a food truck; walk up and they stick their head out to talk with you. Like that. They have some benches for you to wait outside, but no decor at all to the space. Very bare. Orders should be indoors and sitting area should be made with some Aloha spirit if not some Japanese spirit, not the all-black/dark colors this was, including the cement floor. I can, however, recommend the Poke at the local Foodland market a couple miles down the road. For $8 you can get a 1/4 pound in a variety of flavors. Mix-n-match for lower prices; 1/2 pound total is $10 for example. Very fresh and the seasonings were spot on. Expect to wait in line though, it's very popular. I also recommend Toby's in Paia (on the road to Hana). Very good meals including their Poki.

Martin L.

Yelp
Takumi was recommended to us by one of the office staff members of the Kaanapali Alii. Upon entering we asked for inside seating for four. Aside from the counter which probably only had enough for six or seven people, there was only one table for four. Fortunately, the place was pretty empty save for one person at the counter. The decor was very minimalistic with light colored wood and airy. With very few people around we were a little skeptical. Being hungry and not wanting to go anywhere else, we stayed and ordered some rolls and some combination plates. We started with a rainbow roll, soft shell crab and No ka Oi rolls and we were delightfully surprised. They were soooo good! Next came a couple of combination plates consisting of different nigiri. The rice was cooked and put together perfectly and the fish fresh and tender. We all agreed this was some for the best sushi we ever had. We knew we would be coming back; not on this short trip but the next time we're in Maui. Fortunately, we come to Maui maybe a couple times a year a year.

nina k.

Yelp
Amazing sushi. Great experience. Loved our waitress lisa, she was great and helpful. Truly authentic Japanese.

Vicki L.

Yelp
We did takeaway (I think it is mostly takeaway at this time?). Wonderful presentation, delicious sushi. We got the chirashi, a couple pieces of nigiri, and the salmon roll. All beautiful, fresh and delicious.

Chris H.

Yelp
I live here on Maui. I've been waiting for this spot to open for some time. The quality of food here is the best! everything is amazing! I've done takeout two times, and I finally got to do omakase with a couple of friends, which I believe they do 3 days a week, and you need to book ahead. All I can say is wow, what a great experience! The chef has good vibes he explains everything as you go through the different entrees. Definitely the best sushi on Maui, hands down. They're fairly new; I believe 2 months open, they're slowly going to expand outside and add on certain things to my understanding. Great experience Love this spot, and the staff is great too! I will definitely be back!

Emma ..

Yelp
The food was just perfect. Everything was well-thought out and beautifully presented. The flavor and texture was spot on. We will be back.