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Great place to try authentic Indian food! I ordered the coconut shrimp curry, and it was really delicious, nicely spiced and full of flavor. I got it medium, and honestly, it was still pretty spicy. I usually eat and enjoy spicy food, but this had some serious heat, so I probably wouldn't recommend going "hot" unless you're very confident. The service and atmosphere were both on point. Even though it was busy, our order came out pretty quickly, which was impresive. Highly recommend!
Kauai is basically food trucks everywhere, so we had to try at least one Indian spot. We stopped at Healthy Taste of India on Saturday around 5:40pm. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala and an organic lemonade. Total was $29 which honestly felt a little steep for a food truck... but that's Kauai. Good news: the food was actually really good. The tikka masala had that creamy, warm spice thing going on (not watery at all), and the chicken was soft and cooked right, not dry. I kept scooping extra sauce into the rice and yeah... I was quiet for like 5 minutes just eating. That's always a good sign. The lemonade was also solid -- light, refreshing, not crazy sweet. Perfect after being out all day. Only small downside: if you plan to eat there, take it to-go instead. We tried eating it "inside" and the plate setup was kinda awkward. Not a big deal, just annoying when you're trying to eat curry without making a mess. Would I come back? Yeah. If you want something different from the usual Kauai plates, this one's worth it.
We ducked in here to escape the rain and grab a cozy lunch on a drizzly afternoon. Most of the other food trucks were closed, so we were excited to see this one open since I love Indian food. My boyfriend and I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala in medium and spicy. The "spicy" didn't really bring the heat, and both dishes ended up feeling a bit muted in flavor. The avocado naan was good, but not especially memorable. The hibiscus lemonade leaned pretty heavily on the ginger, which wasn't quite my favorite. Overall, it was a decent, comforting stop out of the rain, but it didn't quite hit the mark if you're used to more traditional, bold Indian flavors.
Amazing vegetarian options in Hanalei when visiting Tunnel beach or Hanalei bay. Had the medium coconut veggie curry which was perfect for lunch, warm and had good coconut flavor. It seemed the best food truck option among the others in this area. Good vibe with roosters waiting eagerly for any food dropped on the floor.
This place was great! I loved the shrimp curry. Food: I ordered the shrimp curry and I thought it was good flavor wise, but I feel like it was lacking a bit more flavor. I think it was due to the demographic that they usually service, if you get my point. Overall: If you want Indian food on Kauai, this is a great place to get some.
A few blocks from the Chin Yung Village shopping center is a parking lot that houses a few food trucks. It's called Hanalei street eats, and this is where you'll find some of the best Indian fare at Cafe Tumeric. Parking can get tight, you may be better off parking in the shopping area and walking to this place. They only accept cash/Venmo, and there's an additional $2 charge if you're paying using Venmo. They have vegetarian and seafood options. I got the Ono fish Vindaloo w/ Rice which is served with rice and was delicious! You can customize the spice level to your liking, I enjoy spicy food and got the highest spice level, which hit the spot for me. The flavors were closest to what one may find in India, which is a win in my book! The food came out pretty quickly in about 10 minutes despite a long line of orders. They have a shaded setting area shared with the other food trucks in the lot and a porch area for bar-like seating. The service is friendly, with the person checking on us asking us what we thought about the food as well!
We drove 30 minutes north in the rain to taste this Indian master piece. We were not disappointed! The menu here does change from time to time, but the food options are always yummy and great for all types of eaters (even the vegans). We ordered: 1.) Fish curry with medium spiciness 2.) Saag Chana 3.) Naan Our order came with rice and everything was absolutely delicious. I recommend coming a little early or not during peak hours to avoid lines. But, the food truck chefs try to move everything along fast. All meals are made to order and you can watch as your meal is being prepared. Try not to drool! The prices here are on the higher side but you should be used to that if you are visiting Hawaii! Also, if you like fish, don't leave here without trying the fish curry. It tastes just like the Indian Goan fish curry my mom makes - very authentic!
So we ended up at this food truck because of the rave reviews and also because this was the only Indian food we came across on the island so figured we would give it a try. The Coconut Shrimp Curry and the Chana Palak were really tasty. I have never had Chana Palak before and though I was skeptical, it made for a very wholesome dish. The Coconut Veg Curry though wasn't that great, it was a little tangy which was fun but somehow the texture and the flavor did not work out for me. Do check it out if you find yourself craving Indian food. You will need to grab water and drinks from the liquor store next door though.
4 months ago
One of the best ever Indian food outside of home cooked that I have ever eaten . I am extremely picky and not easy to please . This one is great at service , balance of flavors and spices . We were in Kauii for 7 days and literally drove 1hr 40m two days just to get food from there .Portions were also perfect and easily feeds two with one entree if you are not a big eater. Ambience is also great with outdoor seating in food truck lot overlooking beautiful green of lush Kuaii and close to one of the best beaches as wrk read more
4 months ago
We went to Hanalei bay for our photoshoot and that evening we stopped by this food truck for dinner. This is the only Indian place we could spot at North Shore and didn't disappoint much. However, it could have been better. We ordered the yellow dal tadka and chana masala for entree and mango lassi. Chana was not great and Dal tadka was okay. Service was fine. read more
7 months ago
Great place to try authentic Indian food! I ordered the coconut shrimp curry, and it was really delicious, nicely spiced and full of flavor. I got it medium, and honestly, it was still pretty spicy. I usually eat and enjoy spicy food, but this had some serious heat, so I probably wouldn't recommend going "hot" unless you're very confident. The service and atmosphere were both on point. Even though it was busy, our order came out pretty quickly, which was impresive. Highly recommend! read more
Kauai is basically food trucks everywhere, so we had to try at least one Indian spot. We stopped at Healthy Taste of India on Saturday around 5:40pm. I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala and an organic lemonade. Total was $29 which honestly felt a little steep for a food truck... but that's Kauai. Good news: the food was actually really good. The tikka masala had that creamy, warm spice thing going on (not watery at all), and the chicken was soft and cooked right, not dry. I kept scooping extra sauce into the rice and yeah... I was quiet for like 5 minutes just eating. That's always a good sign. The lemonade was also solid -- light, refreshing, not crazy sweet. Perfect after being out all day. Only small downside: if you plan to eat there, take it to-go instead. We tried eating it "inside" and the plate setup was kinda awkward. Not a big deal, just annoying when you're trying to eat curry without making a mess. Would I come back? Yeah. If you want something different from the usual Kauai plates, this one's worth it. read more
7 months ago
We ducked in here to escape the rain and grab a cozy lunch on a drizzly afternoon. Most of the other food trucks were closed, so we were excited to see this one open since I love Indian food. My boyfriend and I ordered the Chicken Tikka Masala in medium and spicy. The "spicy" didn't really bring the heat, and both dishes ended up feeling a bit muted in flavor. The avocado naan was good, but not especially memorable. The hibiscus lemonade leaned pretty heavily on the ginger, which wasn't quite my favorite. Overall, it was a decent, comforting stop out of the rain, but it didn't quite hit the mark if you're used to more traditional, bold Indian flavors. read more
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Amazing vegetarian options in Hanalei when visiting Tunnel beach or Hanalei bay. Had the medium coconut veggie curry which was perfect for lunch, warm and had good coconut flavor. It seemed the best food truck option among the others in this area. Good vibe with roosters waiting eagerly for any food dropped on the floor. read more
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This place was great! I loved the shrimp curry. Food: I ordered the shrimp curry and I thought it was good flavor wise, but I feel like it was lacking a bit more flavor. I think it was due to the demographic that they usually service, if you get my point. Overall: If you want Indian food on Kauai, this is a great place to get some. read more
3 years ago
A few blocks from the Chin Yung Village shopping center is a parking lot that houses a few food trucks. It's called Hanalei street eats, and this is where you'll find some of the best Indian fare at Cafe Tumeric. Parking can get tight, you may be better off parking in the shopping area and walking to this place. They only accept cash/Venmo, and there's an additional $2 charge if you're paying using Venmo. They have vegetarian and seafood options. I got the Ono fish Vindaloo w/ Rice which is served with rice and was delicious! You can customize the spice level to your liking, I enjoy spicy food and got the highest spice level, which hit the spot for me. The flavors were closest to what one may find in India, which is a win in my book! The food came out pretty quickly in about 10 minutes despite a long line of orders. They have a shaded setting area shared with the other food trucks in the lot and a porch area for bar-like seating. The service is friendly, with the person checking on us asking us what we thought about the food as well! read more
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We drove 30 minutes north in the rain to taste this Indian master piece. We were not disappointed! The menu here does change from time to time, but the food options are always yummy and great for all types of eaters (even the vegans). We ordered: 1.) Fish curry with medium spiciness 2.) Saag Chana 3.) Naan Our order came with rice and everything was absolutely delicious. I recommend coming a little early or not during peak hours to avoid lines. But, the food truck chefs try to move everything along fast. All meals are made to order and you can watch as your meal is being prepared. Try not to drool! The prices here are on the higher side but you should be used to that if you are visiting Hawaii! Also, if you like fish, don't leave here without trying the fish curry. It tastes just like the Indian Goan fish curry my mom makes - very authentic! read more
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So we ended up at this food truck because of the rave reviews and also because this was the only Indian food we came across on the island so figured we would give it a try. The Coconut Shrimp Curry and the Chana Palak were really tasty. I have never had Chana Palak before and though I was skeptical, it made for a very wholesome dish. The Coconut Veg Curry though wasn't that great, it was a little tangy which was fun but somehow the texture and the flavor did not work out for me. Do check it out if you find yourself craving Indian food. You will need to grab water and drinks from the liquor store next door though. read more
Grab your appetite and your cash (they have Venmo but do not accept CCs) and get over to Cafe Tumeric now! My dad and I shared the coconut veggie curry with regular naan and the Chana Palak with sweet naan (absolutely amazing!). We also got the mango lassi and guava nectar drinks. Everything and I mean everything was delicious! The line did get a bit long around 7p so hurry in early BUT it's only a 20 minute wait, so not a big deal. Nobody was battling to find seating since the other vendors were closed. Only the Brazilian place next door was open when we went (I'm not sure if this is the norm or not. Parking could potentially be hard because of the small lot. I would highly recommend the sweet naan bread - a dessert in itself. Sweetened by finely shredded coconut, honey and I believe I tasted cinnamon. The portion size was adequate, I left feeling satisfied. I think for the (island) price, it was fair and expected. About $18 dollars per plate plus the naan. The drinks were $8 each. That was a little shocking but they aren't allowed to serve water, so byow! ;) #protip Enjoy! read more
9 months ago
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Such a gem of an Indian food place in Kauai!! Absolutely loved the coconut shrimp curry which was doused in coconut milk and curry leaves. It had some vegetables too which was a nice twist! The Naan was very fresh and tasty! We also bought some food to-go which we can't wait to have! The chef here is incredibly talented! The young gentlemen at the counter who took our order was super kind and sweet. Looking forward to try out Cafe Turmeric on out next visit to Princeville!! read more
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Best fish curry I've had (been to goa), served hot and fast in 5 minutes. Worth every dollar. read more
2 years ago
Surprisingly delicious meal! We got shrimp curry and dal. Really quality meal that we all enjoyed! read more
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Love this place! We had the ono curry and ono vinndaloo but in a previous trip we tried the shrimp as well. It is all delicious! Mango lassi yessss. Very kind people, cute setup. read more
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Incredible and authentic food. Got the coconut veg curry. Would eat here every night if I could!! read more
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The menu board says all gluten free, but then there's Naan at the bottom. Is the Naan also GF?
Hi! The naan is the one thing we don’t make homemade and fresh in the truck and it is NOT gluten…
Any options for vegetarian no onion and no garlic food?
Namaskar Yes! We make fresh so no problem! But we’re currently closed for a few weeks/ months as we’re with family in India Sorry for any inconvenience! Blessings.
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