Social Profile: 
✔️Breakfast ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in ✔️Take out
… View more
Kaimuki Shokudo is a cozy Japanese restaurant and izakaya in Kaimuki, Honolulu, serving authentic Japanese comfort food and specialty soba dishes, including fresh soba, tempura soba, sushi roll and Honey Toast. After 18 years at Shokudo on Kapiolani Boulevard, we bring the same essence and hospitality to Kaimuki, with lunch soba specials and a seafood & veggie-focused izakaya menu at night. Perfect for lunch, dinner, late-night dining, happy hour, and group meals, we also offer sake, beer, cocktails, and Japanese-inspired drinks. Conveniently near 11th Avenue in Kaimuki, Kaimuki Shokudo is your destination for authentic Japanese cuisine, izakaya favorites, and friendly hospitality in Honolulu.
Hours
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–12 AM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–12 AM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–12 AM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–12 AM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–1 AM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–1 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1127 11th Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816
Phone: (808) 367-0966
Website: http://www.kaimukishokudo.com/
Menu Photos
Photo Gallery
Related Web Results
Kaimuki Shokudo SOBA+IZAKAYA
Aloha and welcome to Kaimuki Shokudo! After 18 years of service at Shokudo Japanese Restaurant and Bar on Kapiolani boulevard, we are excited to announce …
Kaimuki Shokudo Restaurant – Honolulu, HI – OpenTable
Additional information · Location. 1127 11th Ave, Honolulu, HI 96816-2443 · Neighborhood. Kaimuki · Parking details. Public Lot · Additional. Bar/Lounge, Beer, …
KAIMUKI SHOKUDO (@kaimukishokudo) · Honolulu, HI – Instagram
9513 Followers, 306 Following, 536 Posts – KAIMUKI SHOKUDO (@kaimukishokudo) on Instagram: “SOBA + IZAKAYA | OPEN DAILY ◎ Lunch: 11:30am-3:30pm ◎ Dinner: …
Last Updates
Reviews
Michael Moore
Kaimuki Shokudo was a great spot and definitely worth a visit. I’d recommend making a reservation because it’s a popular place, especially during peak dinner hours.
They also have some great happy hour specials, which make it a perfect time to try several different dishes. While I was there they had a “throwback menu” running as a special, which was a fun touch and gave us even more options to choose from.
We tried the fried calamari, quail eggs, and the tuna bowl. The calamari was excellent—the batter was light, crispy, and really flavorful. The quail eggs were a great small bite, creamy and rich. The tuna bowl was also outstanding, with very fresh tuna that really stood out.
Portions are on the smaller side, which actually works well because it encourages you to order a few different dishes and try more of the menu.
Another convenient detail is that the restaurant has both a front and back entrance, which makes getting in and out easy depending on where you park. Overall, a really enjoyable dining experience with great flavors and a fun menu.
… moreThey also have some great happy hour specials, which make it a perfect time to try several different dishes. While I was there they had a “throwback menu” running as a special, which was a fun touch and gave us even more options to choose from.
We tried the fried calamari, quail eggs, and the tuna bowl. The calamari was excellent—the batter was light, crispy, and really flavorful. The quail eggs were a great small bite, creamy and rich. The tuna bowl was also outstanding, with very fresh tuna that really stood out.
Portions are on the smaller side, which actually works well because it encourages you to order a few different dishes and try more of the menu.
Another convenient detail is that the restaurant has both a front and back entrance, which makes getting in and out easy depending on where you park. Overall, a really enjoyable dining experience with great flavors and a fun menu.
Cecily Ching
Kaimuki Shokudo has always been a go-to spot for us in Honolulu, but their new menu rollout just elevated the game, blending fresh, local ingredients with inventive Japanese flair that left my taste buds dancing. We kicked off with the $9 Corn Karaage—plump, juicy kernels of fresh corn battered to a golden crisp and drizzled in their signature tangy-sweet original sauce, delivering a addictive crunch with bursts of natural sweetness that’s unlike anything I’ve tried before. The $14 Grilled Saba followed, a charcoal-kissed mackerel fillet with smoky, flaky perfection and a subtle oceanic freshness that pairs beautifully with a squeeze of lemon, making every bite feel like a seaside escape.
Diving into the hot pupus, the $17 Chicken Mizoreni stole the show: tender chicken thighs simmered in a light, umami-rich soy broth, topped with grated daikon for a refreshing zing that cuts through the savoriness like a cool breeze. We couldn’t resist the $19 Kakuni Nikujyaga, where melt-in-your-mouth braised pork belly mingles with soft potatoes in a deeply flavorful Japanese-style stew, infused with hints of ginger and soy for that comforting, homey depth. For entrees, the $26 Ichibo Steak was a charcoal-grilled rump cap masterpiece—juicy, marbled beef with a caramelized crust and rosy interior, showcasing the meat’s natural richness. The $29 Kona Kanpachi Ichiyaboshi impressed with its lightly dried and grilled local fish, offering a delicate, buttery texture enhanced by subtle smokiness and a fresh herbal lift. And the $19 Miso Marinated Pork Chop? Charcoal-broiled to succulent perfection, with the miso marinade imparting a sweet-savory caramelization that’s pure umami bliss.
Don’t miss Happy Hour (Monday-Friday, 3-5pm) for steals like the $7 Yukari Fries—crispy shoestring potatoes dusted in tangy plum seasoning that’s endlessly snackable ($8.50 regular)—the $7 Tataki Cucumber Salad with its smashed, sesame-dressed crispness ($8 normally), and the $9 Ika Karaage, tender Japanese-style calamari fried to golden heaven with a light, addictive batter. Sami provided friendly, spot-on service, anticipating our needs with a smile. Parking is a breeze in the nearby municipal lot. If you’re craving innovative Japanese eats that highlight fresh, bold flavors, run—don’t walk—to Kaimuki Shokudo; you’ll leave planning your next visit!
… moreDiving into the hot pupus, the $17 Chicken Mizoreni stole the show: tender chicken thighs simmered in a light, umami-rich soy broth, topped with grated daikon for a refreshing zing that cuts through the savoriness like a cool breeze. We couldn’t resist the $19 Kakuni Nikujyaga, where melt-in-your-mouth braised pork belly mingles with soft potatoes in a deeply flavorful Japanese-style stew, infused with hints of ginger and soy for that comforting, homey depth. For entrees, the $26 Ichibo Steak was a charcoal-grilled rump cap masterpiece—juicy, marbled beef with a caramelized crust and rosy interior, showcasing the meat’s natural richness. The $29 Kona Kanpachi Ichiyaboshi impressed with its lightly dried and grilled local fish, offering a delicate, buttery texture enhanced by subtle smokiness and a fresh herbal lift. And the $19 Miso Marinated Pork Chop? Charcoal-broiled to succulent perfection, with the miso marinade imparting a sweet-savory caramelization that’s pure umami bliss.
Don’t miss Happy Hour (Monday-Friday, 3-5pm) for steals like the $7 Yukari Fries—crispy shoestring potatoes dusted in tangy plum seasoning that’s endlessly snackable ($8.50 regular)—the $7 Tataki Cucumber Salad with its smashed, sesame-dressed crispness ($8 normally), and the $9 Ika Karaage, tender Japanese-style calamari fried to golden heaven with a light, addictive batter. Sami provided friendly, spot-on service, anticipating our needs with a smile. Parking is a breeze in the nearby municipal lot. If you’re craving innovative Japanese eats that highlight fresh, bold flavors, run—don’t walk—to Kaimuki Shokudo; you’ll leave planning your next visit!
John N
We came here with our friends to try out this place while in Hawaii, and the food was so good that we made dinner plans here for the second time. The service was wonderful. The price was reasonable too. Nothing to complain about. We will sure come back to try other dishes we haven’t tried. Highly recommend this place if you are in Honolulu near Waikiki.
… moreLatisha Robinson
The spicy ahi bowl and sashimi were incredibly fresh, and the soba noodles were perfectly done. We also tried the yuzu drop, similar to a lemon drop with a slight bitterness. Not unpleasant, just noticeable.
The atmosphere was very comfortable, and we sat at the bar. Our server, Ashley, was kind, patient, and welcoming. The place didn’t feel intimidating at all. Great spot for a casual dinner or a cute date night. Would definitely return.
… moreThe atmosphere was very comfortable, and we sat at the bar. Our server, Ashley, was kind, patient, and welcoming. The place didn’t feel intimidating at all. Great spot for a casual dinner or a cute date night. Would definitely return.
Carlos Cardenas
The food was to die for! We ordered so many things odd the menu from karage chicken, shishitos tempura, poke and yukari fries. I would return just for the hamachi shashimi and the ichibo steak as it melts in your mouth! Loved the great ambiance and service. The greeter welcomed us and sat us quick even said happy birthday. Our servicer Emily was so friendly and so was the rest of the staff that brought out the amazing food!
… moreBig Fish Dive Club
Update 1: we’ve returned as promised just to check out its cold soba. We had the duck cold soba and the lime citrus soba. The two tasted totally different, obviously, but both were tasty and so full of Japanese flavors. Definitely worth a try here if you haven’t had any cold soba recently. We also ordered a side of tempura at $18, which was exactly the same size as the soba with tempura at $20. So for an extra $2, you get a big bowl of soba. Service was very friendly as the last time.
We had a pleasant lunch on Christmas Day. Thanks to all the staff for working on a holiday. This place mainly serves two specialities: soba (buckwheat noodles) and donburi (rice bowl). We added a mini donburi for an extra $7 to our sobas. Soba is generally eaten cold, but here it offers a few soba in hot broth, which I decided to give a try. It was good, but I still prefer cold soba. I had the kakiage tempura (fritters) soba and it was excellent. The staff was very friendly and attentive. It’s worth a visit if you like to try some of the best sobas on the island.
… moreWe had a pleasant lunch on Christmas Day. Thanks to all the staff for working on a holiday. This place mainly serves two specialities: soba (buckwheat noodles) and donburi (rice bowl). We added a mini donburi for an extra $7 to our sobas. Soba is generally eaten cold, but here it offers a few soba in hot broth, which I decided to give a try. It was good, but I still prefer cold soba. I had the kakiage tempura (fritters) soba and it was excellent. The staff was very friendly and attentive. It’s worth a visit if you like to try some of the best sobas on the island.
Jessica Chun
First time visiting Shokudo in Kaimuki after it’s original location closed by Ala Moana. Chastity is absolutely amazing, she went over the menu and asked if we had questions. My partner asked for her recommendation and decided to go with it.. it was delicious and he loved it! Service was great, good and drinks came out pretty quick. The food and atmosphere was great too! Definitely will be back to this location.
… moreAnna Ziaja
We had an absolutely wonderful experience at this restaurant! The scallops were perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. The soba noodles were a really nice surprise. The sweet potato salad was delicious, with a perfect mix of sweetness and texture. And the spicy tuna don was also really good.
Everything we tried was exceptional, and the atmosphere and service made the visit even better. Highly recommended!
… moreEverything we tried was exceptional, and the atmosphere and service made the visit even better. Highly recommended!
Anette Arinix
My first interaction with this place was booking it for a private event. Leading up to the event, they were so helpful and I felt so supported and cared for. They went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience. (Mahalo Kyoichiro!)
Fast forward to tonight, stopped in with a friend to check it out on my “day off” and it was phenomenal. Service is AMAZING (MAHALO Reece, Chasity, and Brayden!)
Food was sensational, every bite was one to be savored. I got the hamachi donburi and the pieces were so buttery and thick and delicious.
Also the honey toast with haupia ice cream is a must try!
Seriously hele on over to this restaurant. They are amazing. I cannot stop singing their praises.
Mahalo for taking care of us!!
… moreFast forward to tonight, stopped in with a friend to check it out on my “day off” and it was phenomenal. Service is AMAZING (MAHALO Reece, Chasity, and Brayden!)
Food was sensational, every bite was one to be savored. I got the hamachi donburi and the pieces were so buttery and thick and delicious.
Also the honey toast with haupia ice cream is a must try!
Seriously hele on over to this restaurant. They are amazing. I cannot stop singing their praises.
Mahalo for taking care of us!!
Lala808
Everything we ordered (we forgot to take some photos) tasted very good.
Fried chicken was very popular among us and others at the restaurant. It ran out early. Nevertheless there are other fried food such as squid legs we enjoyed.
Friendly service staffs. Lively atmosphere, you do have to speak loud to hear each other type of a place.
Since it was weeknight, plenty parking space at the paid parking lot. We all enjoyed the evening at this restaurant.
… moreFried chicken was very popular among us and others at the restaurant. It ran out early. Nevertheless there are other fried food such as squid legs we enjoyed.
Friendly service staffs. Lively atmosphere, you do have to speak loud to hear each other type of a place.
Since it was weeknight, plenty parking space at the paid parking lot. We all enjoyed the evening at this restaurant.