BY LINDSEY MURAOKA / Special to the Star-Advertiser
When it comes to food, I usually enjoy quality over quantity but there are just some days where I look into my wallet and wonder, “Where did all my money go”? So on those dreary days when my wallet is feeling light, I search for affordable places where I can still eat to my heart’s content and not feel bad.
Kaiten-style restaurant SushiSan recently changed their prices so that all sushi plates are just $1! I couldn’t believe it when I first heard about their new pricing, so I had to go and check it out for myself.
My friend and I got there right at 5:30 p.m. when they open for dinner. They were a few minutes late to open, so a small line had formed with people ready to chow down. I heard that it can get really packed during peak lunch and dinner hours so I would recommend going during off times.
All of these items were just $1 each! They are also BYOB too! They do have some other dishes like ramen and donburi that are not $1, but the main event is the super cheap sushi.
You can grab the plates straight off the conveyor belt or order items off the menu. The challenge, however, is finding a server to take your order. I think the next time I go back, I will place my order as soon as I sit down so I don’t have to waste any precious eating time.
Here are some of the items we ate:
The slices of fish are thin, which is how I think they are able to make their prices so cheap and still make a profit.
Salmon
Tako
Clam
The garlic shrimp was my favorite because of the smoky, grilled flavor.
Garlic Salmon
Hamachi
Ikura
The salmon with onions was light and refreshing.
Natto
Spring Rolls
Tamago
Only in Hawaii can you get pineapples at a sushi restaurant! The acidic taste makes for a great palate cleanser.
I always need miso soup with my sushi.
The fried tofu was toasty crisp on the outside and soft on the inside.
Fried Tofu
I didn’t actually eat all of these plates by myself, but I thought it would make for a great picture!
Don’t expect Sushi Sasabune quality here, but for the price it’s actually pretty good. I was pleasantly surprised, and your stomach and wallet will thank you.
SushiSan is located at 1411 Kapiolani Blvd. and is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily for lunch and 5:30 to 10 p.m. daily for dinner. Call 944-0670.
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Lindsey Muraoka blogs about food and drink for the Pulse. Contact her on Twitter or via email at foodlalablog@gmail.com.
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