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Big Nick’s

4.6 (180 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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BIG NICK’S ATMOSPHERE

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Divey
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Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Classic burger and fries
Jozie L.

Best Classic Burger on Kauai. We literally ran into Big Nick's by accident. Needed restroom. Stopped for water from liquor store. Crowd eating at Big Nick's caught our attention. OMG, a gorgeous and uber stacked burger (lettuce, tomato, red onion, cheese) was DELICIOUS served with a shovel of crispy, crunchy French fries. A memorable, superior on-the-go meal. Big Nick's is a food truck housed with a cluster of gift and curio shops. Great service. We were given an order number when placing the order. Food was delivered to us in a to-go box.

Shrimp, chicken , & steakies.  Mmmmm.
Tom W.

Fresh, savory meats! Crispy, fresh shrimp! Texture-licous Mac/potato salad. Friendly, welcoming service. Didn't know where we were going to grab dinner but this one hit the spot. Especially after the super religious chicken barrel spot ran out of chicken and ribs (but not Jesus). The outside patio is nice, with stools, and we saw a rainbow. The end. The sequel! We went back, a 2nd time. My partner's idea. It was still tasty. There are bowls instead of plates, which is less food. I should have gotten that.

Inside seating
Joyce J.

It's a cute little spot with inside and outside seating. Service was helpful in selecting what to order and it didn't take long for the food to arrive. Our Big Nick's Burgers were delicious! We returned the next day to get burgers again if that says something about how good LOL! The Chili Pepper Chicken was mid. I'm not sure if it would've tasted better if we hadn't already tried and loved the burger. Also, we thought it would be the chili pepper sauce you can get in the grocery store. This was more like a teriyaki sauce. Overall great experience!

Taro burger with fries (vegetarian)
Kaela S.

Big Nick's was such a standout spot during our time in Kauai! I ordered the chili pepper chicken bowl, which came with three pieces of juicy, flavorful chicken that had the perfect spicy kick -- not overwhelming, but definitely satisfying. It was served over a scoop of rice and made for such a filling, delicious meal. On the employee's recommendation, we also got the taro wedges, and I'm so glad we did! They were crispy and crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and yes... a little oily -- but in the best, indulgent way. The sauce that came with it (not sure what it was!) was SO good and paired perfectly with the wedges. My husband ordered the taro burger, and we both loved it -- it ended up being his favorite vegetarian meal on Kauai! Good to know: there's parking in the back, which is also where the bathrooms are located (just ask for the key). Overall, Big Nick's is a must-try for flavorful, local-style comfort food. Everything we had was delicious, and we'd absolutely come back!

Anna P.

Probably the best place to eat in Hanalei! Highly recommend trying the "da local plate" - the beef and chicken with that insanely good sauce were next level. The potato salad that comes on the side is also amazing. My husband ordered a burger, and the patty was incredibly tender and juicy. Service was fast and super friendly, and we had dinner on their cute patio with a view of the mountains, which made the whole experience even better. Such a great vibe. Prices are totally reasonable for a place like this. Defintely recommend stopping by!

Vitali Z.

Honestly... this place is such a vibe. We stopped by Big Nick's in Hanalei on Friday around 4:30 PM, not even super hungry, but we wanted something quick and local before the evening plans. The spot is small and simple (in a good way), and it feels like the kind of place that's been doing their thing forever -- no fake "tourist trap energy." What we ordered: * I got the Big Nick's Burger * My wife got the Da Local Plate * Total for two: $49 First of all -- my wife's Da Local Plate was a straight-up 5/5. The flavors were on point and it just tasted fresh and satisfying. She was genuinely happy with it (which is always the real test). My burger was solid. Not the best burger I've ever had in my life, but definitely good -- juicy, filling, and hits the spot. If I'm being honest, I probably wouldn't reorder that exact burger again... but I'd 100% come back here and try something else from the menu because the food quality feels legit. Overall, it's a great local stop. Simple, tasty, and real. Mahalo Big Nick's -- we'll be back.

Taro and black bean burger
Catherine P.

My husband and kids were in the mood for burgers and fries so they opted to stop at Big Nick's for lunch while we were in Hanalei. My husband got the grumpy paniolo and taro and black bean burger, with a side of taro wedges. The place was steady at lunch on a Tuesday. The grumpy paniolo was my favorite of the two burgers because the black bean burger had an odd burnt taste. And I am always about the meatless burger options. There was a good amount of freshness to the paniolo burger. The fries were good along with the taro wedges which were fried but still tasted like taro. The dipping sauce was also a great addition to the burger and fries. There were seats inside as well as outside. We opted to sit outside. The burgers were ok, not OMG amazing. But the price makes sense for Hawaii tourist spots. Parking lots surround the place in the back as well as across the street.

Local plate
Meredith R.

If you like burgers n protein, and getting caught in the rain Then take cover here. Perfect easy lunch to escaping the downpour. We got the local plate (3 proteins, rice and mac-potato salad) and a burger. Friendly, aloha service. Tip: be kind and patient; they get slammed and are a small kitchen so need time to cook up the magic. That they will do!

Local plate
Tiffany R.

We loved stopping into big nicks for lunch. Service was good, food came out quick, & there is indoor and outdoor seating. Food took about 10 minutes, not bad! The nicks burger was huge! I loved the local plate.

Willie A.

Good fries, good service. Decent burger. Not sure if I'd go again because of the price. The burger was just OK, definitely not an OMG moment. I appreciate the fresh veggies. I the regular cheeseburger, wife got the burger with teriyaki sauce. We barely tasted a difference. Not many burger options in that area so of you're craving a burger, it'll satisfy.

Local plate
Howraa A.

We ordered the local plate - a combo of chicken, beef and shrimp. It hit the spot after an amazing beach day. Not to mention, the view if you sit right outside, it's a dream.

Chili pepper chicken plate
Cianna B.

A great stop for a tasty lunch while out exploring Hanalei. The inside is a quaint little shop with a kitchen that looks like a little food truck within the shop. The menu has simple choices but you don't need to look to far to find something tasty. We just got one plate of chili pepper chicken and enjoyed it out front on the porch. The chicken was tender and had a little kick to it with almost a sweet and sour sauce on it. The mac/potato salad combo was unique and did a lot to cool the spice of the chicken. Fast service and tasty food, just what you need sometimes.

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This place has the best burgers, Kalbi and Mac salad on the north shore. This is a must stop for me when I'm in Kauai.

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This place is awesome. We had the Hula Girl and Da Classic. Delicious. These guys are also super nice. Highly recommend.

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Cute little spot after the lighthouse viewpoint with delicious food! Highly recommend the "da local plate!"

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