ATMOSPHERE:
Despite other eateries in this mall that are well known to be dirty and nasty, this place is a lot cleaner. A renovation was completed a few years ago which removed the elevated section of seats in the middle of the restaurant. There's a small sushi bar and counter seating towards the back, with the rest being flexible table seating that can accommodate parties of all sizes.
MENU:
It's a mix of local, American, and Japanese apps & entrees, breakfast items, sandwiches, udon, saimin, sushi, steaks, stir fry, hot pots, don bowls.
FOOD:
Nabeyaki Udon
Not listed on the menu but is still available to order. Loaded with chicken chunks, poached egg, bamboo, gobo, won bok, mushrooms, broccoli, onions, and a big piece of shrimp tempura on top. The noodles were perfectly chewy. The broth was a bit too sweet for me, but a slow swish of shoyu made it all better.
Saimin
This is a very bare bones version compared to what you can find elsewhere. The broth was good and savory with no sweetness, the noodles were a bit overcooked. It was topped with green onions, won bok, fish cake, Spam, and oddly dehydrated onions which were coated in onion powder. I'm sure it enhanced the broth flavor but was very pungent on the pallet. The portion size was on the small side. Pass.
RESERVATIONS:
They're not really needed as turnover is quick and there are lots of seats.
SERVICE:
Everyone was friendly and professional and food service was fast.
OVERALL:
Extensive menu, very good nabeyaki udon, forgettable saimin, steep prices.
JMAC
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August 25, 2023
8/2023
We were staying across the street at Maui Seaside Hotel to support Maui relief efforts. This was a very convenient and pleasant option. Food and selection were great, quick, and supported with friendly service. It was bust but didn't take too long to get to our table of nine. Not going into details about the plethora of items we ordered but suffice to say everything was onolicious! Again, the friendly service ( may have been the manager) helped top off the evening. I would definitely want to go back! 😉🤙✌️
Patrick
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November 16, 2022
Ichiban Maui is conveniently located near the airport (OGG) and was busy with both dine in and take out customers on Saturday night. Arrive early (5pm) for fast seating! Sushi 🍣 is cold and fresh, hot dishes were hot and flavorful, particularly the Chow Funn! Servers worked well as a team and were professional and helpful. We will try to visit Ichiban again next time on Maui! Beer and Saki available’
Ron Sorgent
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June 01, 2023
Service was quick The food portions were huge for the price point. Atmosphere was quaint. It was my birthday so we had a big group of eight people.
HH
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May 18, 2021
Low point of Maui visit. Good people but awful sushi with pricy menu. Rice undercooked and no flavor without any vinegar, sushi not firm enough, and seaweed no flavour. No grip on the roll so the ingredients are all over. Visitor’s trap. We ordered 8 rolls and the bill was $115. Even though we were hungry, we did not eat more than one or two per person. Better to go to Whole Food and get their sushi.
ATMOSPHERE: Despite other eateries in this mall that are well known to be dirty and nasty, this place is a lot cleaner. A renovation was completed a few years ago which removed the elevated section of seats in the middle of the restaurant. There's a small sushi bar and counter seating towards the back, with the rest being flexible table seating that can accommodate parties of all sizes. MENU: It's a mix of local, American, and Japanese apps & entrees, breakfast items, sandwiches, udon, saimin, sushi, steaks, stir fry, hot pots, don bowls. FOOD: Nabeyaki Udon Not listed on the menu but is still available to order. Loaded with chicken chunks, poached egg, bamboo, gobo, won bok, mushrooms, broccoli, onions, and a big piece of shrimp tempura on top. The noodles were perfectly chewy. The broth was a bit too sweet for me, but a slow swish of shoyu made it all better. Saimin This is a very bare bones version compared to what you can find elsewhere. The broth was good and savory with no sweetness, the noodles were a bit overcooked. It was topped with green onions, won bok, fish cake, Spam, and oddly dehydrated onions which were coated in onion powder. I'm sure it enhanced the broth flavor but was very pungent on the pallet. The portion size was on the small side. Pass. RESERVATIONS: They're not really needed as turnover is quick and there are lots of seats. SERVICE: Everyone was friendly and professional and food service was fast. OVERALL: Extensive menu, very good nabeyaki udon, forgettable saimin, steep prices.
8/2023 We were staying across the street at Maui Seaside Hotel to support Maui relief efforts. This was a very convenient and pleasant option. Food and selection were great, quick, and supported with friendly service. It was bust but didn't take too long to get to our table of nine. Not going into details about the plethora of items we ordered but suffice to say everything was onolicious! Again, the friendly service ( may have been the manager) helped top off the evening. I would definitely want to go back! 😉🤙✌️
Ichiban Maui is conveniently located near the airport (OGG) and was busy with both dine in and take out customers on Saturday night. Arrive early (5pm) for fast seating! Sushi 🍣 is cold and fresh, hot dishes were hot and flavorful, particularly the Chow Funn! Servers worked well as a team and were professional and helpful. We will try to visit Ichiban again next time on Maui! Beer and Saki available’
Service was quick The food portions were huge for the price point. Atmosphere was quaint. It was my birthday so we had a big group of eight people.
Low point of Maui visit. Good people but awful sushi with pricy menu. Rice undercooked and no flavor without any vinegar, sushi not firm enough, and seaweed no flavour. No grip on the roll so the ingredients are all over. Visitor’s trap. We ordered 8 rolls and the bill was $115. Even though we were hungry, we did not eat more than one or two per person. Better to go to Whole Food and get their sushi.