I used to love Tokyo Tei and when I moved back to Maui, that’s the first place I wanted to eat at but my mother refused. She said it was terrible and no way is she going back. Then a year later my son said they had new owners/cooks and food was excellent. I’ve been there twice this week and I agree. The food was just like the old days. The prices were pretty high, about $30/person. Plenty of free parking and great service so I highly recommend you try the new TT out!
Karl Chong
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September 22, 2022
Unfussy homely cooking. Sashimi was the highlight and I enjoyed the fish and steak. The tempura was good at first, but as the batter is a little thick, got heavy towards the end. Good value for money
Eve Chou
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December 13, 2023
It's hidden on the lower floor of a strip mall/business center. They have lunch specials that gives you a good value for the amount of food you order. They are known for their tempura and it was crispy. However, the batter for the shrimp one was a little too thick. The veggies were crispy but some of them needs to be drained a little longer. The pieces of veg tempura was eating too greasy and oily. Kalbi was a little fatty and mushy rice. Miso soup was a nice start and seasoned well. Service was attentive and friendly.
DJ HamaJama
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May 25, 2022
Anything tempura is amazing here unique and one of a kind. Sashimi was also delicious. I didn't care much for the pork teriyaki but 5 stars because that's how amazing the tempura was!!!
Jeremy Hale
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August 04, 2017
Authentic Japanese feel. Don't be scared to actually eat the miso by bringing the bowl to your mouth, and use the bowl provided on top for your rice. The guests are friendly and so is the staff.
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I used to love Tokyo Tei and when I moved back to Maui, that’s the first place I wanted to eat at but my mother refused. She said it was terrible and no way is she going back. Then a year later my son said they had new owners/cooks and food was excellent. I’ve been there twice this week and I agree. The food was just like the old days. The prices were pretty high, about $30/person. Plenty of free parking and great service so I highly recommend you try the new TT out!
Unfussy homely cooking. Sashimi was the highlight and I enjoyed the fish and steak. The tempura was good at first, but as the batter is a little thick, got heavy towards the end. Good value for money
It's hidden on the lower floor of a strip mall/business center. They have lunch specials that gives you a good value for the amount of food you order. They are known for their tempura and it was crispy. However, the batter for the shrimp one was a little too thick. The veggies were crispy but some of them needs to be drained a little longer. The pieces of veg tempura was eating too greasy and oily. Kalbi was a little fatty and mushy rice. Miso soup was a nice start and seasoned well. Service was attentive and friendly.
Anything tempura is amazing here unique and one of a kind. Sashimi was also delicious. I didn't care much for the pork teriyaki but 5 stars because that's how amazing the tempura was!!!
Authentic Japanese feel. Don't be scared to actually eat the miso by bringing the bowl to your mouth, and use the bowl provided on top for your rice. The guests are friendly and so is the staff.