Vegan
Japanese
Opened Mar 2019 in downtown. A modern, vegan izakaya Japanese restaurant. Offers rolls, nigiri, and smalls plates of greens and tofu. Reported to close without warning, check ahead. Open Mon-Sat 4:30pm-10:00pm. Closed Sun-Mon.
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Added by lvashon on 25 Mar 2019
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230 Reviews
First Review by lvashon
TXRhody
Points +544
Best Sushi - Edit
Seriously, this may be the best sushi I have ever had.
Read moreI didn't read enough reviews, so I didn't know it was a fancy place. We walked there in the rain in casual clothes without a reservation. They treated us well and sat us at the bar.
Our server recommended three rolls, which we ordered, my wife ordered another one of her favorites, and I ordered the tomato nigiri. Everything was fantastic. Honestly, the rolls are the best, because they are creative with the combinations knowing the illusion created when you put the whole bite in your mouth. The nigiri was very good, but it still tastes like tomato.
This is a gem. Don't skip it.
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Banool
Points +288
Best Brussel sprouts I've ever had - Edit
We got a lot of different stuff, but those Brussel sprouts, omg I'd go just for those. I recommend the bean curd nigiri too.
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JustVegan937
Points +167
Best Japanese - Edit
I’m continuing my great fondness for their food and great staff. With friends or solo, I always leave delighted!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-12-02
Pros: Delicious , Healthy , Creative meals
Cons: Walk in seating not always available
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BrightonMD
Points +1473
The Best - Edit
This has to be one of the best Vegan restaurants I have ever been to. The food is delicious uniformly and the service is quick, responsive and friendly.
Read moreWe started with the garlic edamame, the vegan gyoza and the brussel sprouts, the latter two which were fried - I would have preferred steamed if I had a choice. All were extremely flavorful especially the brussel sprouts. We then ordered the poke salad which was full of tasty cubes of tofu.
Yuba, tomato, okra and pepper nigiri followed. Their specialty rolls were out of this world delicious. The wedge - purportedly their most popular - was crunchy with a beautiful combination of flavors. Along with the sunset roll, it was my favorite.
The only item I was not enamored with was the Konyaku ceviche which tasted a bit bland with the Taro chips. As I alluded to above, the service was impeccable. However from the start of our meal, we must have been reminded at least three or four times that our table was only available 1 1/2 hours until the next seating - a little too much.
Updated from previous review on 2021-12-02
Pros: Excellent food, Excellent service , Creative beautiful food
Cons: Continually reminded about time limitation , The ceviche
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Mishallison
Points +194
Best meal I’ve had in years, maybe ever - Edit
What an elegant, charming experience with the most incredible food — and over-poured sake. Delicious! Delightful!
Read morePros: All vegan , Amazing flavors , Great drink menu
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linadelbruck
Points +179
All time favorite - Edit
We stop here first thing in Honolulu on the way from the airport ☺️ favorite spot! So creative, delicious, with so much variety. Every dish is amazing!!! Wish we had this in CA
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vegface
Points +69
Vegan izakaya! - Edit
What a lovely spot. Amazing inventive vegan options. Was introduced to lots of vegetables I hadn’t eaten before. The staff from front to back were so cordial. Lovely environment as well. Thanks!
Read morePros: Interesting flavours , Vegetables I hadn’t heard of before
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VeganSoapDude
Points +11150
Delicious and very expensive - Edit
Great sushi, the brussels are amazing. There are a few things that I wouldn't order again, which is a shame for the price. The ramen was okay, but there's better ramen to be had. The chicken patties are great for kids, but nothing special..
Read moreBut the sushi is all really wonderful. I'm craving more now, but I can't really afford it 😅
Pros: 100% vegan, Delicious sushi, Brussel sprouts
Cons: Expensive , Average ramen
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DShark
Points +18
Classy - Edit
100% vegan in classy Japanese style decor.
Read morePros: 100% vegan menu, Accommodating Professional waiters and waitresses, Great value
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vegtraveler123
Points +28
One of the best meals I’ve ever had - Edit
Truly a creative and phenomenal menu. The Ube cake dessert was also amazing. My favorite meal of my whole life! 😁
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adventuretime
Points +551
crème de la crème - Edit
Japanese (vegan) cuisine at its finest. on the day i received my order it was packed so make sure you call ahead for reservations (unless you book for take-away). Food was fresh and delicious so I could see why so many people were there eager to wait to be seated,
Read morePros: Vegan Cuisine , Upscale Vibe , Vegan Sushi
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MichelleAnnaAlfano
Points +57
Absolutely phenomenal - Edit
"This is the body of Christ..." A direct quote from our table tonight about The Wedge roll. If you like sushi, if you don't like sushi but think you might if it were vegan, go here. If you hate sushi, go here and try their offerings, if you still hate sushi, you can give up because it's never going to be any better than this.
Read morePros: Great atmosphere, Helpful staff, Incredible food
Cons: Pricey but worth it
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labalkum
Points +362
Fantastic flavors! - Edit
We went all out, trying salads, a soup, specialty rolls, etc. Everything was stellar. Our server was so friendly and willing to help us select (the choices were overwhelming). They book quickly, so make a reservation!!
Read morePros: All vegan!, Fantastic service!, Great variety of flavors!
Cons: Reservations highly recommended , Pricey , Covid-19 protocols are extreme
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shahsisters
Points +310
Absolutely amazing - Edit
Had the wedge and Kailua sushi rolls and the spicy ramen as well as the most amazing dessert (lemon olive oil cake with pistachio hazelnut ice cream). Everything was spectacular. The service was amazing, food was delicious and presentation was beautiful. Hope I can go back again!
Read morePros: Amazing food
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Izanowak
Points +554
It’s amazing - Edit
As everyone else said, it’s worth it. 1000% recommend. Best sushi I’ve ever had!
Read morePros: Vegan, Fantastic , Literally the best sushi
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LoganMelton
Points +1378
Absolutely incredible - Edit
This food is shockingly good, the presentation will set your expectation for taste high - but the taste will somehow exceed what you expected. We only had sushi and one appetizer so I can't speak to a lot of the menu. The brussel sprouts that we shared as an appetizer set the bar high from the start, certainly some of the best and most original I have had. After we tried many of the specialty sushi rolls as well as a few classics, it seemed that each one was better than the last. The classic rolls taste just as incredible as the specialties just with less flare - so if you are on a budget don't be afraid to stick to the cheaper options... highly recommend this restaurant.
Read morePros: Incredible quality food, Incredible quality presentation
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Points +26628
Tane Vegan Izakaya - Edit
It was just OK. Their sister location in San Francisco (Shizen) executed the food much better.
Read morekarson
I would say the same. I was going to post a review but saw this and thought. Yep, what you said. The ramen was better than the sushi.
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MalorayBsn
Points +284
Make reservations, they stay booked! Everything was phenomenal! - Edit
We were visiting friends in Hawaii and my husband and I are both vegan. We got lucky and got reservations the day before, to sit at the bar. If you’re in Honolulu I definitely recommend making reservations early! I have no complaints. Loved everything we ordered. Great service, food arrived as expected. Will return if we return to Honolulu!
Read morePros: All vegan, Decadent and unique dishes , Fair prices
Cons: Hard to get reservations.
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EaganMNVegan
Points +42
This is my favorite restaurant in the world. - Edit
It’s all good.
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zachwayne
Points +35
Must go - Edit
Still thinking of this place after my trip and compare every vegan sushi place in California to it. The sushi dishes steal the show.
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JillNoel
Points +16
Terrible customer service - Edit
made reservations two months in advance using the app on their website. When we arrived our reservation was not in their system. Rather than apologizing, the hostess implied we lied and stated “ We don’t even take reservations for that time “ ( they do, photos attached!). This was the most rude human I have ever spoken with in food service. I calmly explained it was a special occasion and we booked several months in advance. She shouted “it’s a special occasion FOR EVERYONE!”. At this point the sushi chefs began to stare, as well as the other patrons. She then stated she could seat us at the bar ( where we made our reservation) while we dined the entire bar remained empty, my guess due to reservation problems with the web site. No one ever apologized for THEIR mistake, or the way we were treated upon arrival. The food was phenomenal and our server was great. It was difficult to enjoy it with the sour hostess walking by giving nasty looks while we dined. I hardly ate because I was still shaking from being treated with such hostility by someone who’s job is to Provide customer service. If the website had a contact I would email the owner.
Read morePros: Good food, Vegan , Location
Cons: Host, Reservations , Customer servixe
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minthin
Points +1095
Great in presentation and taste - Edit
What an experience at Tane Vegan Izakaya. The restaurant is modern with a chiq design and tableware. I ordered two specialty rolls, wondering if it was going to be enough food. It was actually more than enough, and I took home leftovers. I would not order the Point Reyes again—as much as I have a sweet tooth, something about the pickled pineapple didn’t blend well with the rest of the roll. It was REALLY pretty and looked like a conventional sushi roll. On the other hand, The Wedge was extremely edible and dependable. I don’t even know what was in it, I just put it in my mouth. YUM. And the service...as busy as they were, was wonderful. My server was super warm and genuine, I didn’t feel like she turned it on just when she was working.
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coastalchickie
Points +439
Wow! It was crazy delicious! - Edit
Even if you don’t normally eat plant based you have to try this place! Friendly staff and nice ambiance but the food absolutely blew me away. I especially loved the Wedge, it far-exceeded my expectations. The shizen shiitake was also delicious. We were full but had to try dessert. Also amazing. I have a feeling everything is good here!
Read morePros: Lots of gluten free options, Delicious, Beautifully plated
Cons: There isn’t a location in OC :(
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Limitlesssmiles
Points +162
Must try! - Edit
Amazing fine dining restaurant with an all vegan menu. I am very impressed with the delicious appetizers, sushi rolls, ramen, and dessert! Service was fantastic. Love the story behind the development of Tane Vegan Izakaya.
Read moreCons: Limited beverage menu
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biancam09
Points +621
Truly a masterpiece - Edit
I had to check this place out on my visit to Oahu, and it truly surpassed my expectations. If you are a fan of Japanese food, this place is for you! This plant based Japanese restaurant offers many different types of unique plant based rolls. They all look like a piece of art and taste even more incredible. I got the Philadelphia roll, the wedge and their spicy ramen. Every bite packed a punch of robust flavor. I can’t wait to come back here again and try their other rolls. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The ambience was also amazing. However, I would suggest to make a reservation as it does get crowded.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-05-20
Pros: All plant based , Super tasty
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sherahwebster
Points +72
Amazing, unique flavors with excellent service! - Edit
If you are on the Island and are looking for a unique experience, check this place out! The food was so good. Flavors totally unlike what we have had before. Definitely worth the price!
Read morePros: All vegan, One of a kind food, Beautiful interior
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BorderlessBros
Points +785
Incredible vegan Japanese fare - Edit
Tane Vegan Izayaka
Read moreUpscale Japanese completely vegan and some gluten free options restaurant in Honolulu, Oahu
Food****
All the food options looked really good especially if you’re into sushi. I am not but my partner loves it. He ordered a speciality roll called the Wedge, which had tofu on it. It was a bit too spicy for him and he did not enjoy it because of that. However, if you like spicy I recommend. The tofu and spice they added was so good in my opinion. I only ate that part of it because I hate any taste of seafood—especially seaweed. I ordered the Shizen Shitake and Gyozo Dumplings. The dumplings were so tasty and soft with tofu in them. The dipping sauce was just right sweet and salty. The Shizen Shiitake was also really good. I highly recommend both dishes. Additionally, we ordered the basil Mojito and that was probably the best Mojito I ever had—refreshing and delicious!
Service***
The service was good but I was slightly disappointed in the fact that we had to sit at the sushi bar even though there was available seating. I had asked them prior to going if they would call or text us to let us know if there would be available seating but they did not. The service while there was great and our waiter was attentive. This would have gotten 5 stars if it wasn’t for the table situation.
Atmosphere****
Nice, low lighting, plenty of seating and parking onsite in a parking lot next door. The sushi bar was quiet and the chef was very friendly. All staff wearing masks due to covid-19. I was pleasantly surprised with this hidden gem
Price$$$
Pricey but worth it. Each dish averages $16.
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