Smooshi Bento
1363 N King St, Honolulu, HI
Crema's Take
“Smooshi Bento is a relaxed neighborhood gem where Japanese comfort food meets specialty drinks, earning genuine devotion from regulars who rave about standouts like their teriyaki beef sandwich and curry dishes. The vibe is wonderfully unpretentious—friendly staff, reasonable prices, and a chill atmosphere that makes it perfect for lingering with friends or family, whether you're ordering a precisely-crafted matcha latte or diving into their creative sushi rolls and poke bowls. This is the kind of place where everything on the menu seems to land, and people keep coming back because they can't help themselves.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
This place is absolutely bomb. First visit and I’m already sold. I ordered two teriyaki bowls and the teriyaki beef sandwich, and the sandwich alone is worth the trip. Seriously—one of the best teriyaki beef sandwiches I’ve had. Perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and exactly what I was craving. The teriyaki bowls were also really good. My only small note is that I’d love a bit more vegetables in the bowls, but that might honestly be on me for not asking—this was my first time here. Either way, the flavor and quality are still on point. I found this spot by literally searching “teriyaki chicken bowls near me,” saw a few options pop up, and chose this one on a gut feeling. Very glad I did. The prices are also surprisingly reasonable for the quality, which usually makes me nervous—but everything exceeded expectations. I’m genuinely happy right now. This is exactly the kind of food I look for, and I already know I’ll be back. That teriyaki beef sandwich is officially locked in as a lifetime order.
The food is so yummy and delicious 😋 everything, from poke to bento, are all must try and eat. Super friendly service and chill place to hang out.
Food and drinks were really good, staff was friendly but service was a bit slow, overall would come back
Have had nothing but amazing service! Great food and drink, addicted to the curry, tamago avocado musubi and watermelon smoothie. Can’t beat the price, always coming here and bringing friends when they visit. Honestly this place is an oasis in Kalihi ^^
Great food and amazing service!! Their Crunchy Ahi Roll was DELICIOUS and their matcha latte had just the perfect amount of sweetness. Would definitely come again!
Crema Reviews
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