If you are looking for a genuine sushi place (I lived in Japan for 10 years - I know real sushi) with fair prices and excellent quality, look no further. We (couple) spent $190 and ate so many things that I'm sure to forget some, but they included fresh Otoro (tuna belly), Ika (squid) tako (octopus), hamachi, an amazing tartar... More

My wife and I spend a month in Honlulu each year and we try to eat as much sushi as possible since the fish is so fresh in Hawaii. We have tried most of the top rated sushi restaurants and our favorite year in and year out is Sushi Izakaya Gaku. They usually feature a seasonal item that is amazing... More

We decided to go here after reading too many stories about the "Sushi Nazi" at Sasabune (why would you pay that kind of $ to be treated that way?...). We weren't disappointed. We sat at the sushi bar and went for the Omakase (chef's choice). The chef was incredible and tailored the offerings to our tastes, while throwing in delicious... More

Best sushi on the Islands, hands down. Fresh-- explicit-- seasonally informed and authentic as authentic can get offshore from Japan itself.

I am a sushi snob and seek the best. Gaku was pretty good but definitely not great. Not a great value. Hard to get a rsvp, decent sushi but the appetizers seems more popular than the traditional omakse. The omakse seems more like a sushi delux than a special omakse offering. Save your $$$ and go to Imanas TEI

Just returned to our local favorite when visiting Honolulu, and as always the sushi is consistently authentic and good! We come to Oahu 3-4 times a year and Gaku never fails to deliver great sushi dishes away from Japan. The fish is always fresh and the amongst the best. Recommend trying the seasonal nigiri and sashimi picks ..the fish are... More

What a great spot to eat. Food was fresh and the happy hour was very affordable! A great way to start the night

Over a year and a half ago and I can still remember the tastes. Highly recommend sitting at the bar and doing omokase. More than I ever spent at any restaurant but I would do it again in a heartbeat. Hard to get in, make a reservation. Do not try to go later at night when they do not do... More

Seared Toro was the highlight of the dinner. Asked the waitress to have the chef recommend the choices and was very pleased. Definitely a recommended stop if you like sushi.