Roy Yamaguchi opened his first restaurant in 1988 in Honolulu, Hawaii, blending European cooking techniques with locally produced ingredients and Asian spices. Today, his Hawaiian-fusion cuisine is served in a...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/31/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Been both here and the roy's in pasadena. This one is definitley better. Service is quick, variety of drinks plentiful, waiters are responsive, and overall had a good time. I had the seafood combo w/…
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
So much reviews on this place already.. Ok. I will keep it short. Kinda overrated fusion food that is kinda confused in between Japanese, Hawaiian & Korean. A bit pricey and a bit pretentious, but good…
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have a love/hate relationship with this Roy's. Loves: The food, the wine list, the cocktails, the huge tvs, the bartenders, the location close to my house.
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
If you're paying, it's pretty good. If your company is paying, it's amazing! I would only pay if it was one of the originals in Hawaii. Oh side now though- my buddy went here and the valet dented the…
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Just got back from dinner at Roy's. Had the summer prix fixe menu starting with the Ahi, which was delicious. Main course was the salmon with spinach and gorgonzola - which was great minus the…
yelp.com - user review - 09/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We recently moved from West LA, and we had to give up our favorite seafood restaurant. I am happy to say that Roy's is a wonderful replacement. The prices are more spendy, but the food and service…
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had the bento box lunch with kalbi and butterfish on poki.. Good food.. Bad service.. really bad. Minus 1 point.
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Boy How i wish I could met Mr.Roy himself and say thank ya mister for the best G'damn dessert I have ever let touch my tongue. cause I mean i will go over everything but that dessert was…
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
i went to Roy's at Pasadena by whimp. in fact, i don't think their meat dishes are great. but their salad with passionfruit dressing and dessert was amazing. i thought they will throw some spam on…
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Butterfish. That's all I need to say. This dish is to die for. My first time at Roy's was 7 years ago in SF and I ordered the butterfish at the suggestion of a colleague and my life was never the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, This is my second time here. I gave it a fair chance before I gave it a 1 Star.
yelp.com - user review - 08/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I was skeptical of this restaurant because it is a chain, and that is not really my thing. But when I am in the middle of attending a conference, and the restaurant is two blocks away from the…
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've been to Roy's in Newport Beach, La Jolla, and LA. This Roy's in downtown LA has easily the worst service of any of the three. The waiter forgot that he was covering our table, neglected to state…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went to Roy's about a year ago and I did enjoy the experience. The butter fish aka Black Cod is by many accounts their signature dish and lived up to it's billing as such. The composition of the dish…
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love Roy's so much I went here 3 times in one month! What can I say, I love me some fish! Roy's has superb service and classy ambiance that you would expect from a downtown restaurant. I recommend…
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So far this is my favorite Hawaiian restaurant. Their butter fish is awesome! They even have poke served in a martini glass which is to die for. We ordered 2 glasses. I highly recommend this place.
yelp.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
The food is great and the ambience is very nice. I have been visiting Roys for over 5 years, and I have noticed the shrinking food portions. I really enjoy the Hawaiian Butter Fish, and on one…
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, I must say that the service was SPECTACULAR. There were about 3 people who continually checked in on us. The host even put the napkin across my lap! Their manners were impeccable. And as I am…
yelp.com - user review - 07/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Awesome food, great ambience. I spent alot of time at the bar when i was at school at USC. The fish is always fresh. Considering i spent alot of time on Maui with my father when i was a kid, its like…
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Although I reserved ahead of time, my gf and I had to wait for ten minutes. We came here for her birthday, and they spelled her name wrong when they gave her free dessert. I love it. I had the Classic…
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Don't go to Roy's unless you want seafood. I had the filet mignon and it was overcooked and virtually tasteless. The sides weren't any better. I wouldn't be surprised if the mashed potatoes came…
yelp.com - user review - 07/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nick and I've always wanted to try Roy's because we've heard so much about it from our friends, so we finally set out to try it last night. Instead of bread, they start you off with edamame with salt…
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Fish was overcooked, the soup and apps were lukewarm, but the service was fast and friendly. Don't know what to think about this upscale 'local' food, though. Truthfully, I'd rather have a $5 plate…
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite fish restaurants. My only beef with this place is that it's a bit inconsistent with the saltiness of the food. Some dishes are off the hinges in quality and taste. Others…
yelp.com - user review - 06/11/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
id definitely go back. its pretty good. normally im very skeptical of asian fusion, however this was not bad at all. (should i qualify all this by saying i did not pay for this meal, which probably…
yelp.com - user review - 06/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Funny enough we chose to go to Roy's to keep my gf's birthday party to a minimum number of guests, but when we said where we were going, everybody was quite excited and actually showed up. Easy enough…
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Umm, wow. What a disappointment! I ordered the prime rib which was unbelievably salty. No, seriously... As gross as it sounds I poured some of my water on the steak just to make it palatable. But…
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, Hawaiian to me is King's, L&L's, Back Home in Lahaina, the Loft, or the Lava Pit. Roy's is not Hawaiian to me. That said, this place is just fine. Had the Chinese Chicken Salad, which tasted fresh…
yelp.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
We waited about 15 minutes, but no waiter came to our table. So, I asked another waiter walking by if he could find a waiter for us. Tried the prime rib and the trio fish. Also, tried an appetizer and…
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Nothing beats the original in Hawaii along Kalanianaole Highway...right across from the beach!
yelp.com - user review - 05/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Seeing as how there aren't too many fancy places to eat downtown.. Roy's seems to be a decent choice. As many have said.. the place itself feels chill and laid back (they played a Kings of Convenience…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you like fish.. Roys is the place to go. I had the Classic Roasted Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi in Lobster Congnac Butter Sauce and my boyfriend had the Hawaiian Style Misoyaki Butterfish in…
yelp.com - user review - 05/03/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The food is good but not super memorable. However, considering there aren't too many restaurants in downtown, this is my go-to place for friends who doesn't want to eat in Little Tokyo. I've been here…
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place is overrated. Atmosphere and service is very good but the food is nothing to write home about. I ordered the honey roasted ribs, which they were not. The ribs were basically a roast I've…
yelp.com - user review - 04/19/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I find this place overrated. Great menu but poor execution. My fish was bland and my counselor from work thought her steak was flavorless. We complained to the manager so he gave us dessert on the…
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The atmosphere here is very nice. Love the interior. The drinks were excellent... I recommend the 1988 named after the year the orginal restaurant was started in Hawaii. The food was wonderful!…
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place!! Food is delicious, service is excellent (very attentive and friendly staff--they even refold your napkin when you leave the table during the meal!), atmophere is classy, but not…
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Honestly it's been a while since I've been here but I remember the food being exceptional, though it was a bit overpriced. I ended up eating at this restaurant after a few of my friends and I decided…
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
what's not to love about roy's? great casual, yet classy vibe. friendly, attentive service. and most importantly - GREAT FOOD.
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my standard "special occasion" restaurants. Call me biased (because we do an event called "Evening of Aloha" with Roy and his wonderful staff every year...) but It stands to say, Roy's…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Know this peeps -- I LOVE ROY'S -- the Roy's in Tampa, FL was our first love, San Francisco, Las Vegas, and finally, Honolulu. But also know that the Roy's on 800 S. Figueroa is like, BAD. So…
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Roy's is SOLID. Just make sure you make reservations early. If you're trying to get a table a few hours before dinner on a weekend--be prepared to eat late and in the back somewhere.
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here over the weekend. LOVE it! There is one in Palm Desert as well...which I have gone to a few times in the past. The service was excellent...the food delicious...you must try the Melting Hot…
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The service can be EXTREMELY slow, it could also be that we were here on a Friday night. If you're hungry the first thing you should do ask for rolls. The rolls are delicious, or maybe it's just…
yelp.com - user review - 03/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to plan a Downtown LA getaway for my boyfriend's birthday a few months back that included dinner at Roy's Hawaiian Fusion. Ok. . . I don't remember exactly what I had, but I do remember that…
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Location, ambiance, service, and the FOOD! All are great. I give it 4.3 stars. That's pretty good in my book. Everything I've had here is tasty, and I've tried a lot on the menu. My Dad, said it was…
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love this place. I came here for my gf's birthday and it was perfect. Their service was professional, quick, friendly, and reliable. It's fine dining, so don't expect to find a bargain. The miso…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2008
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Ok so I have only been to this Roy's once (I've been to the one in woodland...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We came here for dinner for my boyfriends birthday before the Celtics/Clippers game, and it was amazing, I am not too familiar with the downtown LA area but posted on the Yelp forum and many people…
yelp.com - user review - 03/06/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Very good food, of course! And I love the Hawaiian/Asian vibe! The drinks here are great and stiff, perfect for after work or out with friends. There is barely any street parking and all valet. The…
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I guess you can charge alot of money for average food when you exist in Downtown and add the word "fusion" to your description. For me however, it's doubtful I'd ever want to come back. Does the…
yelp.com - user review - 03/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Roy's is da bomb!! It's chic and sexy!! You can be casual or really dressy!! One thing for sure... their food will always be the very best. So... must try a couple of things at Roy's: Szechwan Spiced…
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
OVERRATED. Service was good and the appetizers were good but that was about it. Food was terrible. I made the mistake of ordering the lobster tail--it was NOT edible. How can they specialize in…
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is my favorite corporate expense account lunch place (provided your budget doesn't allow you to have power lunch at Watergrill). My favorite entree dish here is the misoyaki-butterfish. It is…
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent! I've eaten here twice during DineLA's Restaurant Week, and on both occassions i was very happy with the food quality, taste, presentation and service. The items that were available for…
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
The girls and I came here for Restaurant Week (www.dinela.com). It was extremely busy for a weekday night. I was only able to get an early reservation for 6pm or one for later at 8:30pm. So we…
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here recently during dineLA week and I had a good experience. Miso Salmon and Tofu Salad - large piece of grilled miso salmon and one piece of grilled tofu were underneath a bed of lettuce. this…
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Delicious food. Nice ambiance. Excellent service. Try the prix fixe menu during Dine LA restaurant weeks:
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
(I am going to attempt to write this as an unbiased review since I worked there when it first opened am entirely unhappy with the way the waitstaff was treated....) Roy's is a nice, upscale restaurant…
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yum-O! The Ono was to die for! Little rare nuggets of heaven with crab on top! The winter shrimp roll appetizer was equally yummy. And to finish a melting chocolate souffle. All this from the Prix…
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had lunch here for the first time with some co-workers and I must admit that I wish I took a date here instead. The atmosphere is great and the food is presented well. Granted, the portions aren't…
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My BF wanted to try this restaurant out because of the taunting smell that escaped the kitchen as he passed by one day. We had no reservations so instead of waiting, we opted to eat at the chef's bar.…
yelp.com - user review - 01/17/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Was expecting this place to be a bit better. Theres not much to chose from, all the main plates and appetizers are the same in one way or the other. if you like Cheesecake Factory then you'll like…
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It was New Year's Eve and Ciudad up the street wanted to extort $88 per person on prix fixe. Screw that. Good opportunity for me to visit Roy's incarnation in downtown LA. Rachanee and I walked in…
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We had the wood-grilled szechuan baby back ribs (I will go back for these again and again and again) the baramundi fish in a mango sauce and then a pineapple cake for dessert. Everything was…
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2008
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I'm not much of a cooked fish kind of person, but the fish at Roy's is excellent! I had the Mahi Mahi for lunch a few weeks ago and have never had fish so good before. It was cooked perfectly! The lobster...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/16/2007
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First, I want to say I love love love Roy's food. The first time I went was the one on Flamingo Rd. in Las Vegas when I was on vacation. It was quiet, intimate, great service, some of the best food. So, when...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
A few years ago I went to Roy's in Hawaii, and enjoyed one of the best meals I have ever had in my life. It started with an appetizer sampling of Satay, Sushi, and Spare Ribs, and ended with the…
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went to Roy's Restaurant for my birthday this year. Atmosphere was very warm, and everyone in the restaurant was in a cheery mood. It's not a place where everyone talks in a "hush hush" volume.…
yelp.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Hawaiian fusion at it's best Roy's in Downtown LA has been a haven for business lunches with clients ever since they first opened their doors. The food is excellent, but you must make a reservation…
yelp.com - user review - 12/04/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Great ambiance, great dessert. However, if your tab is going to be less than $30 you might as well be invisible. We went in for a night cap and dessert, everyone was quite attentive as far as…
yelp.com - user review - 11/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The appetizer boat is delicious and in my opinion, the highlight of the meal. The fish and beef main dishes are tasty but don't necessarily shine. The night ends with another highlight, the…
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food: Their butterfish just melts in your mouth... sooo yummy! Chocolate souffle was also very good. Ambiance: Nicely decorated and trendy
yelp.com - user review - 10/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This Roy's never ceases to amaze! 2nd time I've been here, and their specials are wonderful. Yes, the Newport one is good, but this particular one puts me at awe. Hamachi Katsu, a few sushi rolls,…
yelp.com - user review - 10/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Holy Crap........ I may now have to adjust all future ratings of restaurants to a higher level of standards. This place is like a whorehouse for the mouth. Food Orgasms all over the place.
yelp.com - user review - 10/22/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I liked this place-- I didn't love it. I got the crab kosho crusted halibut with soba noodles which was good. fresh ingredients. had their appetizer sampler (for two) which was good too. Everything…
yelp.com - user review - 10/21/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Since Roy's is right across the street from my work, I go there often for lunches and dinners. I absolutely love their Hawaiian Martinis. They are strong and have a very nice "pineapply" taste to…
yelp.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
i remember the one in chicago to be good. but when i went to this one, i was highly disappointed.
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THE DEFINITION OF FUSION Roy Yamaguchi has done it again. Mahi mahi has got to be one the most boring fish in the sea, but the macadamia nut crusted perfection sitting in a plate of lobster cognac…
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My *** 100th Review! *** Set in a cozy little space, Roy's LA seems amiss among the sprawling skyscrapers and bustling busy streets. But step inside and you are suddenly whisked away to a different…
yelp.com - user review - 09/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Ohhhh maaannnn the food is soooo good here. The prix fixe is definitely the way to go for the newbies. Love the fish, the ribs, the macadamia tart. It's like an oasis in downtown.
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent place for that special occasion, or just to have dinner. Cuisine is Hawaiian/Asian fusion. I highly recommend their prix fixe menu. You'll get a nice portion of various appetizers, main…
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So I was walking around downtown with my boss looking for a place to eat on our lunch hour since the place we wanted to go to was randomly shut-down. We walked by Roy's, and kinda half-jokingly I…
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
It's so hard to find a place that can fit almost every mood but I think Roy's has done it. Special occasion with a special someone? Done. Just want to go out to dinner someplace nice? Done. Dinner…
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OH my goodness. Ok so I'll admit I'm not a food/restaurant connoisseur, but this place is [admittedly] AMAZING. It's got ambience, the service is great, the food is fantastic, and you leave feeling…
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We didn't know what we want and conveniently enough, Roy's happened to be at the right corner at the right time. We were attracted by their big doors and the light shimmering "Roy's" on the sidewalk.…
yelp.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
We had a group dinner there, and from the food to the service - every thing was really fantastic. I had the Hawaiian Misoyaki Butterfish which was delicious! And I don't even like fish! It melted…
yelp.com - user review - 09/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I'm a big fan of fusion cuisine. So after reading all these great reviews on Yelp about Roy's I decided to try it last wkend. If it wasn't for their good customer service, I wouldve given them a…
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
i'd never seen it until i intentionally tried to go. too bad! great dinner place if you have some extra cash to spend (entrees around $20-35). ahi tuna poketini was a layered appetizer in a martini…
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
-1 hearts of palm caesar salad could have had more hearts of palm. i think they used 1 heart for the entire salad! 5 for my fish entree which i forgot, but its only available at the downtown roy's…
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I would give this 3 1/2 stars if I could - Roy's is a fun import from Hawaii. I always enjoy their fruity cocktails (esp the pineapple martini) and creative sushi rolls. While I can't say anything…
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My day started off cool enough. I get text messages and phone calls on where to go for dinner. After confirming it with my dinner companion, I decided to make the reservation for Friday night at 9pm.…
yelp.com - user review - 08/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Three cheers for Roy's. I would love to go back and try this place again. It's a nice place where you can dress up if you want or go slightly more casual. But it's a great place for downtown locals…
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
THIS my fellow Yelpers is my favorite restaurant! Roy's is always spectacular and keeps me coming back for more. It started a couple years ago when my guy and I wanted to try the New Year's Eve…
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Chef Roy Yamaguchi is a wonderful human (aka badass) for many reasons but the one that I hold most high is that he's changing the meaning of "chain restaurant." Though Roy's is barely a chain, he has…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Was in a rush to get back to OC after a meeting in downtown, it gets pretty packed during the lunch hour so my boss and I ate at the bar. The food was decent, haven't had anything amazing at Roy's…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This was the classiest casual dress restaurant I've been to, with impeccable service, and well-balanced courses. A little pricey, but the dining experience makes the premium worthwhile (we tipped 30%)…
yelp.com - user review - 07/03/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've never been to Hawaii, so it is rather ironic that I've spent the last two month getting a traditional tatao across the entire right side of my body. I've been spending a lot of time at Black Wave…
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So yeah, i had the pleasure of being invited here on a belated bday outing. went on a friday evening with reservations around 7..but we were running a bit late and arrived at 7:30, which didn't seem…
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
OMG! OMG! Last night faith brought us to Roy's and this was the best coincidence that could have happen to us! The food tasted heavenly as we accompanied it with 2 bottles of wine! It was my first ala…
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever Mom comes into town, it falls to me to choose a restaurant that will allow her to pad her expense account. Given downtown's dearth of joints that are worth the exorbitant prices they tend to…
yelp.com - user review - 06/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
as you all know... i can never ever pass up a free meal. so when my coworker said she'd take me out to lunch and told me it was going to be at roy's, i immediately agreed without even knowing what…
yelp.com - user review - 05/29/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My evening started with a series of text messages. My partner-in-dining wanted to go somewhere special, and we went back and forth with suggestions. Finally he said that he wanted me to experience…
yelp.com - user review - 05/26/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here after class cuz I was craving some quick sushi and a drink. We ordered some interesting dishes and it was a solid meal. All I remember from this meal is ordering eel sushi and some other…
yelp.com - user review - 05/14/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food at Roy's is absolutely delicious, and served in very nice portions that won't leave you too full or not full enough. I recommend the trifecta special of three different kinds of fish served…
yelp.com - user review - 05/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Consistant food year round. Don't miss the Choc Lava Cake.
yelp.com - user review - 05/08/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Ok, the food is really really good. They cook the food the way you really like it and ask for it. I ordered the prime rib steak or whatever, RARE. Guess what, it came on the plate rare. They actually…
yelp.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Roy's Original Hawaiian Blackened Island Ahi is the best. Everything else on the menu is very good too, but, oh man, that Ahi is soo good.
yelp.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
If you're looking to knock your socks off on a Friday night (perfect start to the weekend), three items: Hawaiian Martini (and you just need one), the baby back ribs (slides right off the bone), and…
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Killer Prefix menu...what a value! Although the food is wonderful, the service will keep you coming back for more. When you eat there, you feel you have about 4 waiters/waitresses waiting on you. I…
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I had the gin & tonic and also tried the dirty martini. They make a decent drink. The staff is pretty cool, a martini was knocked over and the staff replaced it cheerfully. The lobster pot stickers…
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Downtown Power Lunch This was my great escape from corporate life during lunch breaks. Their Poketini makes me smile. I'm always amazed by their waiter(ess)'s extensive knowledge of each item.
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for a pregame Mai Tai with my SO and a couple other Clipper fans/Yelpers. Until now I have only been to the Roy's in Waikaloa and I kind of would like to keep my Roy experiences in…
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2007
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Hmmmm, I unfortunately can't agree with all the raves. I wish I could - was hoping to love the experience, but didn't. We were actually disappointed. My husband had wanted to try Roy's. I took him Sat. night...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
For the amount of money I spent, I'm not sure that it's worth it. The wait staff was attentive, the meal was good (My macadamia nut encrusted whitefish was nice), but somehow, it didn't add up.…
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was shocked to love this place. I was dragged here by someone who...well, let's just say, someone who goes to chain restaurants, which I don't. There's a friendly, relaxed bar upfront where you can…
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
You'll find me here often. Roy's is the best thing to happen to this corner of downtown since 1994 when I moved into my current space across the street (777 Tower).
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was delicious - it was a working lunch but man the ribs are HORRY COW! To me, I like small shops, not so much chains and this place is definitely a chain. :(
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't normally enjoy chain restaurants, but I like this hawaiian fusion restaurant. The sea bass and short ribs and mixed large appetizer platter are all recommendable. $30-40 per person
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Maui Roy's...the worst restaurant....with the smallest portions...I've ever been to. What a RIP!
yelp.com - user review - 01/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Whenever I eat at an establishment that is known for its "fusion" anything I have to try something risky on the menu. I had my first dining experience at Roy's on a Friday night. I started off with a…
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
LOVE Roy's. This is a great place to go for a work-lunch when you want to have a nicer but not the fanciest meal. All the fish dishes are great. The Butterfish is fantastic. My favorite dish is the…
yelp.com - user review - 01/07/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is definitely one of those special occasion joints. Some friends took me there for a birthday dinner last Friday. It was my first time and I loved it (how many people can say that about first…
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I haven't visited this location but I've tried the Roy's in Vegas and I can't wait to go this location with my friend's expense account on hand. I tried the prix fixe menu previously and that was a…
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I've always been leery of "Asian Fusion Cuisine." Roy's did nothing to change my perception of the food, but the service isn't bad. I've gone there a number of times for drinks and the drinks are…
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Great food! I was taken out there friday and I'm still thinking about it a couple days later! Parking is a lil bit of a pain since it's downtown LA, but you can find some lots for 5 or 6 bucks a…
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Currently my favorite restaurant downtown. If you like seafood and a good attempt at fusion cuisine, Roy's is a must visit. The butterfish is outstanding as it the rest of the menu. If cost is not…
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2006
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Some of the entrees are a bit pricey, but I have a soft spot for prix fixe menus and Roy's has a great one. Go the appetizer sampler, slow braised short ribs, chocolate souffle route for your choices, as...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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Not all Roy's are the same. Some are better than others. The Roy's in Downtown LA is as good as it gets without having to go to Oahu, Hi. The Special Dinner for 35- is highly recommended.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2006
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This restaurant offers phenomenal food that just plays with your palate and brings pure joy. The ambiance is one that almost demands a good experience with friends and loved ones. Everything about this...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/01/2006
