Page 12 - Dining Out - January 29, 2023

Spectacular early-bird special for sushi, more Story by STEPHANIE LOPES
Fresh Hawaiian Ahi Carpaccio (early-bird $9, regular $17.95)
DK’s Crab Ramen with Truffle Butter Broth (early-bird $10.50, regular $20.95)
Photos by ANTHONY CONSILLIO
On any given Sunday or Monday around 4:30 p.m., those in the know will begin eagerly await-
ing entry into Sansei Seafood Restau- rant & Sushi Bar.
That’s because Sansei Waikiki has an early-bird special with 50% off almost all menu items from 5:30 to 6 p.m.
From signature sushi rolls to award-winning appetizers to succulent steaks and salmon, guests’ mouths will surely be salivating.
Although Sansei Waikiki does not take reservations for the early-bird special, serving instead on a first-come first-served basis, the delectable dish- es crafted from fresh ingredients — at an unbeatable price — will be worth the wait.
“We run this promotion to bring in new guests as well as give back to our repeat guests for their loyalty,” says gen- eral manager Eileen Bailey-Marchan.
A recommended roll from the iza- kaya-style menu is the award-winning Mango Crab Salad Hand Roll (ear- ly-bird $6.50, regular $13). Mamenori wraps ripe mango, crab mix, cilantro, Big Island greens and crunchy pea- nuts, and a Thai chile vinaigrette adds a touch of sweetness.
Fresh Hawaiian Ahi Carpaccio (ear- ly-bird $9, regular $17.95) is another favorite fish dish, topped with cilan- tro, chopped peanuts and a Thai chile vinaigrette.
DK’s Crab Ramen with Truffle Butter
SANSEI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR
Waikiki Beach Marriott
2552 Kalakaua Ave., Waikiki 808-931-6286 dkrestaurants.com/sansei-waikiki 5:30-9:30 p.m. daily
Broth (early-bird $10.50, regu- lar $20.95) is not to be missed. The rich truffle butter broth and fresh ramen noodles encompass crab, local jalapeños, cilantro and Thai basil to concoct a taste bud pleaser.
“We are a family friendly restaurant with excellent sushi, great steaks and a casual friend- ly atmosphere,” Bailey-Marchan concludes.
Mango Crab Salad Hand Roll (early-bird $6.50, regular $13)
AUTHENTIC TRADITIONAL JAPANESE CUISINE
(Same building as Wh
OMAKASE COURSE - WINTER - 7 - COURSE $100 + tax • Assorted Appetizers
(Baby Scallop Carpaccio, Lotus Root Chips,
Japanese Spinach & Shrimp with Vinegared Grated yam)
• 3 Kinds of Sashimi
• Tofu with Oyster Ankake
• Special Eel Sushi - Wagyu-wrapped Eel sushi - Eel Sushi with Butter
• Lobster tail with Longtooth grouper Hot pot
• Tiny sardine rice, Pickled Vegetable
• Today’s Dessert
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(808) 773-8235 • 1001 Queen Street #105 • https://rinkahawaii.com • Lunch: 11am-2pm • Dinner 5pm-10pm (Last seating at 9:30pm) *Please make a reservation at least one day in advance *If you have any allergies, please let us know when you make your reservation *This course is only for dinner and only dine in *The menu is subject to change depending on availability.
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