Got a fast fresh juicy burger for a great price for grass-fed. It was delish…read more Im a new resident to the island so a little distrustful of tourist spots but this seems like it's acquainted by both tourists and locals. I tried the basic but will be back to try the rest.

Came one hour before closing…read more Idk if it was just by pure coincidence but there was a random rush of customers and you could visibly tell that the workers were all kinda like "wtf" hahaha. They were definitely stressed but they ultimately got everything handled! First time trying kenji's. I got their bacon cheeseburger w furikake fries. The burger was solid, maybe a 3.5/5. Nothing crazy about it. But it hit the spot after a long day of hiking! The furikake fries were nice and fresh, a 4/5. My homegirl also agreed w a 4/5 for her order, as well. She got their standard burger and a side of sunomono.

Just say yes to Bubba's! We ordered all them. Single/double and the triple. All amazing! The fires…read moreand onion rings were pretty basic so unless it's a deal breaker skip them. When we arrived there were only a few people ahead of us so I was really surprised that it took about 15 minutes for us to order but they are very thorough with the process and very pleasant. When we left the line was around the building so be sure to not be in a rush so you enjoy the full experience.

Misleading and rude staff. It says online they have vegan options like beyond burgers, so I stopped…read moreby and wanted to confirm the buns were vegan before ordering. I spoke with the woman who was working at the counter and she was incredibly rude. Instead of answering my one simple question, she said "we have gluten free buns available." That wasn't what I asked, so I repeated the question. She gave me a weird look and just repeated the same thing about the gluten free buns. So I ask for a third time and she goes "we have regular buns" with the same look. I can assume at this point they don't have vegan buns, so I leave, but wow! Talk about poor customer service.

Convenient location, prompt, polite service, freshly made food. Ahi Katsu: light crust outside,…read moremelt-in-your- mouth inside. Mini Ginger Fried Chicken: generous breast meat nuggets, not greasy. Tasty sides. Fried Brussel Sprouts nicely seasoned with Vietnamese peanut glaze. Eat in or take out.

This place is truly a gem. Such a variety of options to order from that there's something for…read moreeveryone! The woman at the cash register was so patient and understanding of any question we had. She helped us choose options, and recommended certain entrees based on what we were each craving and enjoy eating. There were many things I wanted to try, but I went ahead and went with the salmon with miso based on her recommendation. It did not disappointment! It was so light, yet extremely flavorful. The salad as well comes with a light and tangy calamansi dressing. There is also ample of seating inside. We went about an hour or so before closing, and the place was packed. I don't know if it's always like this, but people were also showing up 10-15 mins before closing and continue to stagger in. We were able to snag a table while waiting for our food to be ready. I'd definitely come back here again. Mahalo for the kind welcome and I look forward to visiting again.

Sounds like a classic Kaua'i find--those "locals-packed" spots are usually where the magic is…read more Taps and Hops Eatery really does have that laid-back island vibe where time slows down a bit--"island time" is real, especially when everything's made fresh. Honestly, the wait is usually a good sign there. Your order lineup hits a nice mix: * Mandu great choice for something shareable and comforting * Korean chicken if it tasted like an ajumma made it, that's basically the highest compliment * Beef sliders can't go wrong, especially when they're "ono" That mix of Korean flavors with a casual, almost random décor (yeah, "Mexican-ish" is oddly accurate for some island spots) is part of what makes places like that memorable--kind of a cultural mashup you only really find in Hawai'i. If you ever go back, people usually rave about their: * Garlic fries * Poke-style dishes * Local beer selection Kaua'i's north shore is full of low-key gems like that, but Taps and Hops is definitely one that sticks with you

Just came from back to our room from eating at this place and all I can say is the food was really…read moregreat . We ordered the Kimchi rice , cabbage , wings , pork belly bao and sliders. The cabbage was really surprisingly good ! The Kimchi rice was flavorful , belly bao and sliders were also good . Our server was also very nice , I just cant remember her name. We got there before ethey close and still on time for happy hour and ot was all worth it . Totally will recommend.

This spot is eye-catching. Colorful building that we kept passing by we had to try it. From the…read moreexterior walls you already knew it sold local food. There is a small parking lot but we found parking. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We tried the loco moco. It was delicious! So much flavor. Great portions. The staff is very nice. Loved the interior decor and the vibes.

We passed this place a few times during the week and finally stopped in to grab malasadas. They…read morewere delicious! They also have so many yummy looking pastries. I wanted to try them all. I'd love to come back and try the food too. The staff were helpful and welcoming. Love the vibe here. Just fyi they usually sell out of malasadas by 1 so don't wait!

What a great local establishment we encountered! If you're looking for delicious food and drinks…read more Napali Brewery is for you. If you're looking to be greeted and seated right away. Napali Brewery is quick to do so. If you're wanting a laidback environment and ambiance with live music. This is the place for you! My husband and I decided to come here for our last night in Kauai after we found out our luau was canceled due to the weather. Napali Brewery did not disappoint and filled our bucket last night! Our 5 and 7 year old boys accompanied us, and they were not wanting to leave! Sean Carrillo performed beautifully last night, our server was extremely attentive and hospitable, and the food/drinks were superb! We are already looking forward to coming back. Don't hesitate to stop by!

Sign off the main road caught our eye while heading north for a tour, so circled back later for a…read morelate lunch. Maybe we caught them at a bad time, but the food and beer were mediocre at best. I enjoy trying local beers as close to the source as possible, so going to local brewpubs is something my wife and I try to do regularly. It was our third day in Kauai, so made this our lunch choice, and we were hungry after a long tour. There was plenty of parking in the dedicated lot, and it wasn't too busy when we stopped in after 1:30 on a Wednesday. We were greeted promptly and got to choose where we sat, in a picnic table with plenty of space. Chose two house draft beers: Honopu Hefeweizen ($9) which was not good...very weak and watery. But the Hanakoa Cream ale was worse ($9)...chose it because of a local cream ale from Wisconsin that I love. But it tasted more like a glass of lite pilsner, more like a Miller Lite than a cream ale. I had to finish both...should have just ordered one. The food came out a bit later. We wanted to share the local Style Smoke meat plate (sounded promising), which was a plate of pork shoulder ($16). Plenty of it, but it felt like leftover meat, reheated in a sugary sauce...looked and tasted like Tocino (which isn't my favorite), not like pulled pork/kalua pork. It came with a scoop of white rice. I got the spicy Poke ($19) which used good quality raw ahi tuna. It had lots of tasty, spicy mayo and was enjoyable. But the rice was not cooked well (it was mushy), and I had to ask myself: why has the rice been so mediocre for our first two days? (It got better as the trip went on). My wife got the Huli Huli Veg & Rice plate ($25)...not good. Just two pieces of chicken breast meat (coming from frozen) with a very light sauce (flavorless) and the carrots were big chunks, candied, which is not what we expected. Brought most of this back to our hotel (since we had a fridge), but neither one of us touched it for the rest of the trip. Pricing is inconsistent (the chicken plate should have been the cheapest item considering the ingredients and prep work). Payment was done through Toast, and there was a 3% service charge for using credit card.

we were starving after a long day and came for a bite to eat. ribs were tender, pork was great and…read morechicken I had to save for later. Chili was sweet but savory. Nice outside seating and staff was very friendly!

Got the sampler plate, which was plenty of food for one. Shared with my wife and friend, who each…read moregot a salad. Chicken was great - good flavor. Beef was awesome. Rib (one) was dry, unfortunately. So promising. Tables (all outside) were pretty clean, given the birds all around. Friendly order takers.

Food very flavorful.... Service very fast and friendly works…read moreGreat atmosphere good vibes

I saw a few of these places on the map. I got the loco moco and it was pretty good 4/5…read more The poke was not good 2/5 The gyozas were not good 2/5 I wouldn't come back since there are plenty of other places to eat in Kauai.

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.

Well. Probably mostly always great food! Except I went there about 2 months ago.... And had eggs,…read morebacon, and pancakes ... it tasted great! My friend also ate. And no problem. But I got violently ill within 15 mins after finishing. I figured I just got a dirty dish?

The food was the best we ate while on the island. The service was excellent and the view is amazing!read more

Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai…read more New American, Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch Kapaa, HI What a charming, fun restaurant right on the beach with such great ambiance!! The service was outstanding from the hostess, bar tenders, chefs and our wonderful server, Kapua!! She was so friendly and always checked on us without being intrusive. We have been on the island for 6 nights. Each evening we have tried Mai Tai's. Lava Lava's are by far the best!!! They are not too sweet and a good pour! We got there early as the other reviews said it gets crowded and they do not take reservations. We arrived at 5 pm on a Wednesday and were seated right away closest to the beach. For our starter we had edamame which was a large portion and so good. My husband ordered the Chicken Pineapple Rice Bowl and substituted the chicken for the coconut shrimp. The rice was AMAZING as well as the shrimp, but our only complaint was the portion was very small and was served with only 3 shrimp. The picture looks like you get a lot, but it came in a carved out SMALL pineapple. The presentation was beautiful though. I had the Ceasar salad and added chicken. It was so good!!! The lettuce was so crisp! Nothing worse than a Ceasar salad with wilty romaine lettuce. I've had plenty of those in my day. This was one of the best I've ever had! Everything arrived in a timely manner. We had a great night. Side note...they offer free valet parking which is at the very top of the parking lot. I have nothing but high praises for Lava Lava's beach club!! You must check it out for yourself. You will be so happy you did!