Da Melting Pot

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Da Melting Pot - Ahi katsu, spicy shrimp and side of fries (forget what they were called!) - Food Trucks Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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THE BEST ahi katsu!! Still raw in the middle and the crunch!! So damn good

Melissa E.

Recommended by one of our activity guides and we were not disappointed! The ahi katsu was definitely I must -have!!

Kathy G.

GOOD - ahi katsu and garlic shrimp was delicious. the salad served alongside was also good and not overly seasoned. food came out quick and hot. BAD - mahi mahi was AWFUL, inedible. It was very fishy (and I like all things fish) and mostly the vein part of the fish. I'd go back but I wouldn't order the mahi mahi again.

Kyra K.

Truly one of the best meals I've had while visiting and I will definitely be coming back here again! Their menu had specials of the day, burgers, shrimp, fried fish, loco moco, and ahi katsu. I got the seafood combo (pick 2 entrees) and everything I had was so fresh and flavorful. The fish was so crispy and the amount of butter garlic they put on the shrimp, yum!

Diana W.

Loved their Kauai garlic butter shrimp here. They open the shell of the shrimp on the sides which allowed a lot of the flavor to marinate the meat! It was so good! Salad on there wasn't necessary , i would have wish they had put a Mac salad instead. Definitely would recommend !

LAVA SHRIMP. Apologies for the half-eaten plate, we got too excited to eat.

Courtney C.

Lava shrimp is absolutely amazing. Fresh, and full of flavor. If you came to Kauai looking for some dank garlic shrimp, this is your place. Food was so good we went back and ordered more. Rai was working the truck and was super friendly, the service was speedy. 10/10 would recommend.

Carlyssa S.

Best Ahi Katsu I've had. Perfectly seared. My coworkers and I frequently come here for lunch. Highly recommend.

The ahi katsu was absolutely one of the best things we had on this entire trip. For amazing food, go here! Run don't walk!!

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I was very disappointed with my "local fish and chips" plate. The fish did NOT taste like fish, my grandparents and I both thought that it tasted like chicken. While the breading and fries "chips" were good enough, I wanted the taste of fresh fish, which was sorely lacking in this dish. The shrimp have amazing flavor, but not splitting the back made it almost impossible to eat that dish. I'm glad "service with a smile" is just a suggestion. read more

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Marcus C.

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Da Melting Pot was one of my favorite meals during my trip to Kauai. In the area, there were many different food trucks and this one caught my attention. They had a variety of different options, ranging from burgers to fresh seafood. The lady at the food truck was kind to me and answered any questions I had about the food. She described the Fish of the Day as fresh white fish which I cannot remember the name of. I was drawn to their Fish of the Day and Spicy Garlic Shrimp, so I ordered the Seafood Combo to try both! The Spicy Garlic Shrimp was filled with a lot of garlic, which I mixed into my rice. The shrimp was super fresh and juicy. The Fish of the Day was lightly fried to perfection, and I was blown away. Their homemade tartar sauce complemented the fish very well. On top of that, the portion size was beyond what I expected. I definitely recommend Da Melting Pot out of the food trucks in the area if you are looking for some delicious seafood! read more

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Mona L.

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Do yourself a favor and get this food!! The shrimp and ahi plates are da bomb!!!! Great service and fair prices. So tasty! Easy parking outside. They have two bench tables to sit. We loved our lunch today. We will definitely be back! Mahalo for the ono grindz! read more

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Melissa E.

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Recommended by one of our activity guides and we were not disappointed! The ahi katsu was definitely I must -have!! read more

Da Melting Pot - THE BEST ahi katsu!! Still raw in the middle and the crunch!! So damn good - Food Trucks Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Valarie B.

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Definitely a five star food truck. The food was excellent for a great price. Highly recommend the coconut shrimp plate. Lots of seating with umbrellas for shade. Food was ready quickly. The truck owner was easy going and helpful in making recommendations. Definitely going back for the Hawaiian burger next time. The pineapple on the burger looked nummy. read more

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Kathy G.

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GOOD - ahi katsu and garlic shrimp was delicious. the salad served alongside was also good and not overly seasoned. food came out quick and hot. BAD - mahi mahi was AWFUL, inedible. It was very fishy (and I like all things fish) and mostly the vein part of the fish. I'd go back but I wouldn't order the mahi mahi again. read more

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Shannon W.

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Great food. The ahi Katsu is awesome. Love the burgers All the seafood plates are so good and the owner is wonderful. read more

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Esther E.

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Amazing menu and food! It is right next to the beach. You can eat there at the picnic table with umbrellas or walk over to the ocean.

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Lawai'a F.

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Small and unassuming! Wow owned by a single hard working mom she puts out delicious affordable creative food. Follow her on IG for times and if any changes in location. read more

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Jose O.

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Excited to finally make our way to this establishment, and wasn't terribly impressed by it. For some reason, the garlic shrimp was bland and lacked flavor...really disappointing. The burger was okay, at best, I was looking forward to a fresh Wailua beef patty but it was like a hockey puck. The young lady, perhaps was just having an off day and the lemonade was also lacking in the flavor dept. The service was great and the young lady was kind and helpful. Definitely not worth the $50+ I spent on two dishes and two drinks. read more

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Jiaqi F.

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Food is ok, but she got some really bad attitude towards us and we don't know why. Is it bc we are Asians? "Da melting pot"? what a joke...

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Tristan T.

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We had the garlic shrimp and Ahu katsu. Both dishes were really excellent. The garlic shrimp probably better than alot of the shrimp trucks in Oahu. Prices were reasonable. Overall would return again if we are ever in the area. There is an area with shaded tables nearby where you can eat with a really good scenic view. 5/5!!! read more

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Taylor K.

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Amazing spot for lunch! Happy to see that they had a vegetarian option with the taro burger, which was amazing - the sweet soy sauce and sriracha aioli were perfect on it. Other orders in our group were the ahi katsu, cheeseburger, and the fish of da day and everyone walked away happy. Will happily come back next time we're in Kapaa. read more

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Kyra K.

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Truly one of the best meals I've had while visiting and I will definitely be coming back here again! Their menu had specials of the day, burgers, shrimp, fried fish, loco moco, and ahi katsu. I got the seafood combo (pick 2 entrees) and everything I had was so fresh and flavorful. The fish was so crispy and the amount of butter garlic they put on the shrimp, yum! read more

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Diana W.

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Loved their Kauai garlic butter shrimp here. They open the shell of the shrimp on the sides which allowed a lot of the flavor to marinate the meat! It was so good! Salad on there wasn't necessary , i would have wish they had put a Mac salad instead. Definitely would recommend ! read more

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Courtney C.

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Lava shrimp is absolutely amazing. Fresh, and full of flavor. If you came to Kauai looking for some dank garlic shrimp, this is your place. Food was so good we went back and ordered more. Rai was working the truck and was super friendly, the service was speedy. 10/10 would recommend. read more

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Belynda C.

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My girlfriend and I have been wanting to go here for a couple of months. They are closed on the weekends so it's been a challenge but it was worth the wait. We got the cowgirl and the Teri bacon blue cheese burgers and they were maybe the best burgers we've ever had. There are a couple of tables in front of the truck or you can go sit in the beach which is just right there. We will be back read more

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Ana F.

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This spot is a great Choice . I walked in with little expectations. I ordered some shrimp and rice dish . It's was delicious ! It takes time as they say . But it's quality food I would come back again ... Also friendly staff .! read more

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Carlyssa S.

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Best Ahi Katsu I've had. Perfectly seared. My coworkers and I frequently come here for lunch. Highly recommend. read more

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Rebecca B.

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The ahi katsu was absolutely one of the best things we had on this entire trip. For amazing food, go here! Run don't walk!! read more

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Jennifer C.

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Always killer burgers, donʻt expect to have clean hands after eating one of these delicious burgers. Try the specials, I havenʻt been disappointed yet, just had the fried sushi special that was better than the expensive sushi restaurants. Good stuff! read more

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Matt M.

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Fresh food, great spice and seasoning. Not friendly service, but the food is what's important... A smile and Aloha goes a long way... Definitely stop here! read more

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Soren S.

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Wow, so glad we found this place. I had the soft shell crab sandwich and it was amazing. I think about this sandwich more than a person should. When can you really say that about a food truck. This sandwich changed the way I evaluate food. read more

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Inaaya D.

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The hamburger tasted like fish. Was juicy but not good at all. Wouldn't recommend for anyone who comes here. There was NO pickles and all the worker had was the house sauce which was also not good. Blud didn't have any ketchup either. Customer service was also terrible. It was outside the ambiance was fine. read more

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Ashley Y.

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We got the ahi katsu plate and Teri mushroom burger. It was so good we didn't get a chance to take a picture! Loved it and can't wait to go back. read more

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Morgan H.

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It's crazy that the service could be worse than the food here. Every question we asked about the menu was rudely or not even answered by the staff member Brandi. She was so short and did not want to be serving customers. After receiving our food we asked for ketchup and she rudely responded "why do you need ketchup?" How does someone treat a customer like that? To top it off the food wasn't good at all. The fish was so fishy tasting-- not fresh at all. The crab sandwich had no meat. All bread. Don't waste your time. read more

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Allan B.

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Terrible, absolutely terrible. The shrimp was greasy, not cleaned and the rice was actually crunchy because it had been sitting out. I would not recommend this food truck to anyone. $13.00 for poor quality food that went in the garbage can. Date of Visit 2/22/22. read more

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Benjamin W.

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Outstanding soft shell crab sandwich and a tasty cheeseburger. What a find. Fantastic!

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Ana R.

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Fast service and delicious food! The ahi katsu was amazing and so was the teriyaki burger

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One of the best meals we had on the island thus far tbh, the burger was loaded with toppings but a proper bun to meat ratio, so good, we got the cowgirl. Also, the crusted ahi katsu was bombbbb so fresh and flavorful. Prices are on point and the vibes are as well. If you're driving past don't hesitate to pull in! read more

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John B.

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OMG the BEST Ahi I ever had! So tasteful and great! The garlic shrimp were amazing too! Very reasonable and very high quality! Definitely going back before I leave island read more

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Scoot H.

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Quick and delicious. Just got off the plane and needed some food. The Ahi Katsu and the Garlic shrimp hit all the right notes. The owner Brandi was friendly. Entertainment by the local wild chickens and tiny chicks. Garlic Shrimp read more

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Jenny N.

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We enjoyed the spicy kauai shrimp plate. The sauce and garlic is so tasty. Shrimp was tender and fresh. The salad dressing is light and refreshing. It was so good, so so good read more

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Jose V.

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Easily the best burger I've had. I'm from SoCal and am comparing to In N Out burger. Amazing burger, not too pricey either. If you're in Kauai you have to try this spot read more

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Stephanie S.

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Wow! This place was amazing and the service was quick and friendly! I definitely will return... every dish we got was so delicious. Love love love! read more

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Dale B.

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Don't let the prices dissuade you! The food is excellent and you get good portions. We had the Kauai shrimp and the fish of the day. Both come with salad and rice. The owner is very nice and she makes sure you know what you're ordering- I told her I wanted the lemon butter with my fish of the day and she said "are you sure?" I said "why?" And she told me that panko-fried was the better preparation for the fish. Silly me- I thought I was selecting the dipping sauce so I quickly corrected myself and told her I definitely wanted the panko-fried style. Anyway, my wife liked her Kauai shrimp so much that we came back the next day and ordered the same dishes except, this time, she went for the Lava shrimp plate which is the spicier version read more

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Chris S.

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Great food!! Without a doubt worth going but compared to other places it's over priced.

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Allison B.

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Ahi Katsu-holy cow! You could put this on a fancy plate and charge triple! In a cluster of food trucks in Kapaa--great menu and nice lady steered me toward this. So glad she did! read more

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Jay S.

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This place is amazing, i highly recommend going to the food truck when your here. Never disappointed me once. One of the best food truck i had when visiting. read more

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More info about Da Melting Pot

4-1602 Kuhio Hwy
Kapaa, HI 96746
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(808) 635-8049
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Hours

What time does Da Melting Pot open?

Da Melting Pot opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does Da Melting Pot close?

Da Melting Pot closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Da Melting Pot is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMSat-Sun Closed

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Does Da Melting Pot take credit cards?

Yes, Da Melting Pot takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Da Melting Pot have catering options?

Yes, Da Melting Pot does have catering options.

Does Da Melting Pot serve alcohol?

No, Da Melting Pot does not serve alcohol.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Da Melting Pot have bike parking?

Yes, Da Melting Pot has bike parking.

Does Da Melting Pot have outdoor seating?

Yes, Da Melting Pot has outdoor seating options.

Does Da Melting Pot have parking?

Yes, Da Melting Pot has parking options.

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Is Da Melting Pot wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Da Melting Pot is wheelchair accessible.

Does Da Melting Pot have free WiFi?

No, Da Melting Pot does not have free WiFi.

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Waipouli Delicatessen & Restaurant

Family-owned & operated

I stopped in for breakfast and this place is the real deal if you want authentic Hawaiian comfort…read morefood. I ordered the chicken cutlets and the corned beef hash, and both were outstanding. The cutlets were perfectly crispy and seasoned just right, and the corned beef hash was easily some of the best I've had. It is rare to find a spot that handles the classics this well without making them feel heavy or greasy. The atmosphere is great and the portions are perfect for a high quality, filling meal. The staff is chill and friendly . If you're looking for a legitimate island breakfast, this is a must visit. I will definitely be back.

We drove by this place a few times before finally stopping in on our way to Waimea Canyon. The…read moreservice was great, the aunties were very welcoming and the atmosphere felt warm and homey. After seeing it recommended in several reviews, I decided to give it a try and glad we did. I ordered the corned beef hash loco moco which was delicious. There were plenty of other items on the menu we wanted to try, but we didn't get the chance. Maybe next time!

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Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai

Lava Lava Beach Club, perfect way to end the day. Great food, live music, a laid-back atmosphere…read moreand an incredible oceanfront view. Our waiter, Todd was great and made our dinner enjoyable. Ordered: Drinks - Skinny Dipper and Lava Lava Flow, on the rocks. Appetizer: Fritos Misto, Entrees: Hook, Line and Sinker, LLBC Burger, Dessert: Chocolate Lava Lava Explosion.

The general manager "Robert" is absolutely HORRIBLE!!! He is extremely rude, disrespectful,…read morearrogant and he called me a b**ch. I would not go here if you have a large party. The customer service is absolutely horrible and I would not go here unless you want to be treated bad. We had a party of 8. He was trying to talk us out being seated the entire time saying it will be an "hour plus plus" of time trying to get us to leave. Our party told him repeatedly we were going to stay and wait until a table was ready to sit us all. As I went to inquiry about our wait time after a 25 min wait, I was told by the manager Robert that there was a party of 11 ahead of us as well as several other parties waiting to be seated, and it would still be an "hour plus plus" of a wait. I said okay and returned to my party. When we checked the app, there were only 3 party's ahead of us. 2 parties of 2 and a party of 6. I returned to the desk and spoke with Robert once again trying to get an understanding on why it would be an "hour plus plus" wait time when only 3 parties were ahead of us. Robert didn't like that I called him out on his lie. Robert proceeded to call me out of my name and say "I will not serve a b*tch, and you can get out of my restaurant". Our family was extremely upset regarding this encounter, and one went to speak with him again. Robert than called me a liar. He must not like the truth being called out on him. Because he didn't indeed call me that haha. Anywho, this manager is completely unacceptable and should be in NO position to be in any hospitality job if he can not handle people or any situations. A managers job is to handle escalations and he does not have the capacity to be able to do so. He is extremely rude to everyone we encounter and we were not the only family who was treated this way. I would 10000% NOT recommend until a new manager is in position here. I will also be filing a corporate complaint with the owners the Luana Hospitality Group as this experience was unacceptable and unprofessional.

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Great Dessert, Kauai Coffee cheesecake - YUm!

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Key lime pie

Kountry Kitchen

This is my 2nd trip to Kauai and my absolute favorite place we've ate at on both trips. The staff…read moreis incredibly attentive and nice and the food is excellent. On our last recent trip, we had the pancake with strawberries and whip, the bacon egg and cheese sandwich, and the Kauai Benedict. I cannot rate this restaurant high enough, excited to go 1 more time tomorrow before heading home!

Coffee an food was superb!! Also great service an super affordable!!so great we ate there multiple…read moretimes on our vacation

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Strawberry French Toast - Regular

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Avocado Bacon Bagel $16 "an everything bagel topped with pesto, avocado, bacon and microgreens"

Passion Bakery Cafe

Best malasadas on Kauai. Fresh, warm, crispy outside, airy inside, and overall a great sweet treat…read more Their most popular one is the POG malasada which did not disappoint. The filling is thicker than Leonard's Bakery (Oahu), similar to butter cream texture rather than ooey-gooey. You need to wait a bit after placing your order, but it's worth it.

Ok, lets start with the positive and the thing that matters most... food!…read more The food was great overall! i got the pulled pork loco moco because I was hungry and it was decent with good portion size. The malassadas were amazing. I got the ube, POG and mango. And they were all great in their own way and would love to try other flavors. The "meh" aspect of my visit - it took a long time to order/get my food. I know they make things fresh but I just couldn't believe how long it took for each party to move through. Now, once I got to the front, the servers were really friendly and kind, and the food was great. But time your visit so you don't spend 45 minutes waiting around.

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The Paniolo

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Oh yes!...oh no.... They close at noon!

The Musubi Truck

The Musubi Truck is such a fun and delicious spot. We absolutely loved it! I ordered the chicken…read morekatsu musubi and it was SOOOOO GOOD, perfectly crispy, flavorful, and super satisfying. My husband got the tofu musubi, which came with a really tasty peanut sauce that paired so well with it. The setup is also really cute and aesthetic, with a good amount of seating and umbrellas for shade, making it a great place to hang out and enjoy your food. It's definitely picture-worthy. Another plus is the location; there's plenty of street parking, and it's surrounded by other great foodie spots, so it's perfect for a little food crawl. They also sell cute merch, which I couldn't resist; I picked up a sticker for my journal! The staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. If you love musubi or just want a cute, casual food spot, this place is a must-try. We'll definitely be back!

We wanted to try the truck on our trip, so we stopped here before the airport…read more It was a bit rainy outside but still sat at the tables. Staff was very patient and helpful. Ordered the spicy mayo and there was SO much fish. I couldn't finish it. Tasted great and not much of a wait!

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Deep Fried OG

Local Style poke - a bit salty but still got 4.5 stars. Dragonfruit slushee - I thought the flavor syrup they used was way too sweet.

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Chicken katsu musubi deliciousness

Sleeping Giant Grill

For better or worse, when I travel, I pick a lot of restaurants based on YouTuber recs and yelp…read morereviews. This spot didn't make the YouTube videos, but we picked it because it's close to our VRBO and the reviews looked good. Wife and I shared the Ono tacos, one grilled and one fried. Both were EXCELLENT. Nice big pieces of fish, soft flour tortillas, fresh topping and flavorful sauces. I'm not especially a fan of fish tacos, but I will go back and get more. Both were delicious but we preferred the grilled over the fried. I highly recommend for a nice casual lunch or dinner.

Food 9/10 I had the grilled mahi mahi and it was one of the…read morebest meals I had on the island Service 9/10 They were nice and the service was fast Ambiance 8/10 The place was small but we sat outside so it didn't feel dark and cramped.

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Inside

Ono grilled over salad 4/5

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This place is horrible. Please don't waste your money

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3 years ago

Soft shell crab sandwich. That's the review.

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