Sushi Blue Wave
Market rank
#8 / 8
Sushi Blue Wave is Lihue's premier destination for authentic Japanese cuisine and exceptional dining experiences. Located in the heart of Kauai's central hub, this highly-rated restaurant specializes in expertly crafted sushi, fresh seafood, and traditional Japanese dishes prepared by skilled culinary professionals. With an impressive 5.0-star rating from 143 satisfied customers, Sushi Blue Wave has established itself as a trusted favorite among locals and visitors alike. The restaurant combines traditional sushi-making techniques with high-quality, fresh ingredients to deliver unforgettable meals that showcase the artistry of Japanese gastronomy. Whether you're seeking a casual lunch, special dinner occasion, or takeout meal, Sushi Blue Wave offers versatile dining options to suit every preference. The welcoming atmosphere, attentive service, and commitment to excellence make every visit memorable. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts and those exploring Japanese cuisine for the first time, this Lihue restaurant consistently exceeds customer expectations. Experience the excellence that has made Sushi Blue Wave a community favorite. Visit today or call to reserve your table and discover why diners continue to rate this establishment as Lihue's top sushi restaurant.
Health scoreMay 24, 2026
40
out of 100
#8
Market rank
5.0
Avg rating
143
Total reviews
No public response signal
Response rate
Unknown
Years active
40
Health score
Health score · 40 / 100
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Operator computes a Health score continuously. It is the one number that tells you if this shop is winning, losing, or steady. Here is how Sushi Blue Wave broke down on May 24, 2026.
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Sushi Blue Wave
90 days trailing
Market position
#8 of 8 Restaurant in Lihue.
Operator ranks every restaurant in Lihue continuously using reviews, response rate, and local market share.
#8
of 8 Restaurant businesses
in Lihue
in Lihue
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Restaurant · Lihue
Top 5 shown
1
Kauaʻi Sushi Station
2,030
3
Uncle D's Kauai
232
8
Sushi Blue Wave · this page
143
16
Happy Eats - Huli Chicken & Ribs
114
Recent activity
What changed this month.
No notable shifts in the past 30 days. Operator will flag movement the moment it happens.
In person
The shop, the team, the work.
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Reviews · 143 total
What customers say.
Reviews pulled continuously from Google, Yelp, and Meta. Aggregate weighted by recency and source authority.
5.0★★★★★143 reviews
5 ★
74
4 ★
37
3 ★
18
2 ★
9
1 ★
5
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About & contact
Where to find them.
About
Sushi Blue Wave is Lihue's top-rated Japanese restaurant with a perfect 5.0 rating across 143 reviews. They specialize in expertly crafted sushi and fresh seafood, offering dine-in, takeout, catering, and private events throughout Kauai's central hub.
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Website
Price range
moderate
Specialties
Dine-InTakeoutCateringPrivate EventsLocal Cuisine
Service areas
LihueNawiliwiliPuhi
Competitors · top 5
Side by side with the neighborhood.
The restaurant shops Sushi Blue Wavecompetes with most often, ranked by Operator’s health score. Tap any row for that shop’s full page.
#
Business
Rating
Reviews
Response
Score
1
Kauaʻi Sushi Station
★4.9
2,030
No response signal
99
3
Uncle D's Kauai
★4.9
232
No response signal
84
8
Sushi Blue Wave
★5.0
143
No response signal
40
FAQ
Quick answers.
The questions people ask before they call.
Contact Sushi Blue Wave
Call (808) 431-4068 for service. The website sushibluewave.com also has direct contact info.
Hours for Sushi Blue Wave
Sushi Blue Wave has not published hours publicly. Call ahead or check their website if you have one in mind.
Services offered by Sushi Blue Wave
Sushi Blue Wave offers Dine-In, Takeout, Catering, Private Events, Local Cuisine. Operator refreshes service lists continuously from public sources.
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Health score formula
Six weighted components: Reviews and rating (25%), Response rate (15%), Market rank (20%), Financial health (20%), Jobs flow (10%), and Operator activity (10%). Recomputed continuously using data from Google, Yelp, Meta, and direct integrations.
Local rank in Lihue
Operator ranks every restaurant in Lihue continuously. Sushi Blue Wave currently ranks #8 with a 5.0 rating across 143 reviews. Rankings refresh continuously from Google, Yelp, and Meta.
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