Page 4 - Dining Out - Sep 5 2021

Cover Story
(From left) Genki Sushi Pearlridge front-of- house supervisor Valerie Pichay, district manager Amado Garlitos and front-of-house supervisor Jade Corrales give readers a look at what’s good to eat at the restaurant.
Story by
KYLE GALDEIRA
Photos by
LAWRENCE TABUDLO
Local diners of all ages are “all aboard” the train as the Genki Sushi Bullet Express continues to bring flavor and fun to patrons across Hawaii.
The restaurant’s popular delivery system helps guests enjoy its diverse menu that includes daily and seasonal specials. By taking the Japanese sushi tradition to new levels, Genki Sushi is an innovator in the culinary community after initially popularizing kaiten sushi — translated to mean “revolving,” as the popular selections became famous for being served on a conveyor belt.
With eight locations on Oahu, as well as eateries on Kauai (Kukui Grove Shopping Center), Maui (Maui Mall) and Ha- waii Island (Kona and Hilo), Genki Sushi serves up flavorful creations in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Diners may choose from a host of delicious sushi selections, rice bowls
topped with local favorites, bento sets, tasty desserts and beverages.
“Genki has always remained affordable and family-orient- ed,” says David Moon, director of purchasing and operations for Genki Sushi. “As we all work together to navigate the uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we strive to ensure our customers are as comfortable and safe as they can be when dining with us.
“We have enhanced our cleaning and sanitization prac- tices, along with our employees wearing masks. There will be adjustments as our employees work toward becoming fully vaccinated, so it’s a balancing act for sure.”
Most Genki Sushi locations across the state offer the double-rail, bullet train sushi delivery configuration for convenient, ultra-fast ordering — a great way to identify and
select one’s favorite choices. As part of the train-ordering process, diners can place orders via a touch-screen panel and receive their fresh sushi favorites tableside.
Fried Squid Combo ($4.25) is one of Genki’s best-selling items with squid rings and legs cooked to golden-brown
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