Welcome to Mai Musubi
Mai Musubi is a charming Japanese deli nestled in Honolulu, where culinary tradition meets modern convenience. Specializing in musubi and delightful bento boxes, this local gem has quickly become a favorite for both locals and visitors alike. Each dish is crafted with care, featuring fresh ingredients and unique flavors—from the savory unagi musubi to the comforting katsu don. The welcoming owners and cozy atmosphere enhance the experience, making it perfect for a quick lunch or a leisurely takeaway. With rave reviews emphasizing quality and service, Mai Musubi invites diners to savor a taste of authentic Japan in every bite.
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614 Cooke St #103, Honolulu, HI 96813 Hotline: (808) 277-9863
Welcome to Mai Musubi, Honolulu's hidden gem specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine! Nestled at 614 Cooke St #103, this charming eatery is making waves in the local food scene with its delightful take on musubi and bentos. With a phone number easy to remember — (808) 277-9863 — Mai Musubi promises a delicious journey through traditional flavors.
Mai Musubi is renowned for its exceptional offerings that cater to various tastes. The menu boasts an array of delectable donburi options, such as the crispy Katsu Don, featuring breaded pork loin cutlet simmered in a rich soy-based sauce with fluffy eggs and onions, all served over Koshihikari rice for just $10.95. You also have the delicious choice of the Oyako Don for the same price, elevating your lunch experience with its comforting flavors.
If you're in the mood for something a bit spicier, the Curry section won't disappoint. Indulge in a savory Shrimp Katsu Curry for $9.95 or opt for the Katsu Curry Pork at $10.95, each offering a comforting, rich sauce that warms the soul. Veggie lovers can savor the Tofu Nuggets Curry for $9.95, a lighter yet satisfying option.
The bento selection is equally impressive. Customers rave about the Shio Salmon Bento for its perfect grilled salmon, paired with refreshing tsukemono and seasonal Japanese veggies, all for $10.95. If you're a fan of miso, the Miso Butter Fish Bento is a must-try at $11.95 for its creamy, rich taste that brings a delightful twist to your meal.
What truly sets Mai Musubi apart is the glowing feedback from satisfied customers. Travis Masuda describes the musubi as "super yummy," highlighting the variety offered. Joyce particularly loved the unagi musubi and remarked on the cuteness of this take-out corner. Other reviews praise the freshness of the musubis and the healthiness of the bentos, with Kimberly Kim declaring that she will definitely be a returning customer.
The inviting atmosphere and friendly service add to the overall experience, making it perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy take-out meal. Ryan notes the early preparation of musubis and bentos, hinting at the care that goes into each dish. It is no wonder that frequent visitors find their favorites often sell out fast, creating a sense of urgency that adds to the allure of this delightful spot.
In the bustling culinary landscape of Honolulu, Mai Musubi stands out with its innovative musubi variations and a classic selection of bento boxes that appeal to both locals and visitors alike. If you’re searching for tasty, authentic Japanese food that feels like home, your search ends here. Come and dive into the flavors of Mai Musubi—you won't be disappointed!
Musubi are super yummy! They have a variety of types and even bento! Owners are super nice! Love coming here for an easy lunch!
Cute take out corner for musubi and small bentos. I loved the unagi musubi and the nishime. There were other dishes in the refrigerator that had the nishime as well. My sister loved the mentaiko musubi and the fried tofu okazu bento. You can also get a combo 2 musubis and a small bento for 12
Highly recommend this place to grab take out Japanese food. Bentos were super good and healthy. Musubis were super fresh and a wide variety. I will be a returning customer. Located right across the street from the peanut shop. Parking in the back of the building as well as street parking. Awesome customer service too.
This shop makes musubis and bentos ahead of opening each day. Ive visited this shop every Saturday for the past three weeks. Depending on when you visit the shop, the previous made musubis and bentos can sell out. At a certain time, you ...
Great spot open early enough to grab and go for lunch. Clean and organized! Love that they have bentos musubis!
Beautiful little Japanese deli. Their style of musubi is a little different than the normal ones Im used to seeing but they are delicious. Their bento boxes are also delightful and everything is freshly made. There are some musubi ready ...
Wow I love this place!! Theyve got the best bentos! I love my seafood katsu with their yummy cream crab croquette! So good!!
Ive eaten a lot of musubis, and this is seriously the best one. Forget other musubi places. Go here instead. The musubi are fresh, and the rice is soft and firm enough that it holds well with the seaweed paper along with your protein. My ...