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We came for brunch yesterday and found out why this place is so popular with locals. The breakfast plates are made with lots of aloha. The pancakes and plates were delicious. They had local dishes like loco moco and spam with rice. We tried their new featured dishes called a special Japanese pork tonkatsu. Wow! It's Best tonkatsu we ever had with juicy premium pork imported from Japan and cooked to perfection. They plan to offer it later in the afternoons and possibly evenings soon. The service was super friendly and helpful. The local restaurant is cozy and welcoming. They also have AC if it gets too warm. We love this island favorite. read more

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Brandon Y.

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7.5/10 Got the blueberry pancakes and a side of bacon. Pancakes were berry fluffy and delicious. Bacon was crispy and savory. No customer bathrooms is kinda crazy ngl read more

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Dianna H.

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Had a very confusing experience here ordering through the Yelp app. I ordered as we were driving to the restaurant, but the order status stayed at "pending confirmation from the restaurant" and never updated to "pick up ready". I had no idea what to expect when I arrived to pick up my order, but luckily my order was ready. It sounds like at least for Yelp, they get incoming orders but don't have the ability to send updates back. I wouldn't recommend ordering via the Yelp app as you don't get order updates and prices are more inflated than ordering directly from the restaurant. Upon arriving at the restaurant, the wait didn't seem that bad and we were starving, so we asked if we could get a table and eat our takeout order there. After waiting ~10 minutes, we got a table and I finally opened the food. I'm really glad I decided to eat here, because they actually packed the wrong dish for me. I ordered the stuffed shrimp plate, but they misread that as the stuffed shrimp benedict. I told them about their mistake and they quickly remade my dish. I didn't realize they drizzle hollandaise sauce over the shrimp plate and would've asked them to remove it had I known, since I'm not a fan of the stuff. But after scraping off most of the sauce, I found myself really enjoying the stuffed shrimp. I'm not sure what goes into the stuffing, but there was definitely a lot of mushroom and other tasty thing. The stuffed shrimp paired with some rice really hit the spot after biking in the morning. Portion for this was on the smaller side though. My friend got the broasted chicken breakfast and thought it was just okay. We both felt it was dry. Since we were dining in, my friend ordered a coffee and we shared a mini order of their popular macadamia nut pancakes ($8.75) to try as well. Very happy they offer various sizes of their pancakes for folks like me who just want to try a few bites. I usually prefer savory dishes at brunch but the coconut sauce on top was bomb! Would recommend. read more

Daddy O’s - stuffed shrimp plate - New American Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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We stopped by Daddy o's. We heard such great things about this place that we had to check it out. The staff was very nice knowledgeable and provide a great recommendations while the food was really good I got the following items Stuffed shrimp plate Ono loco moco w extra gravy read more

Daddy O’s - Ono loco moco w extra gravy - New American Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Daddy O's in Lihue is a simple but classic restaurant serving up Hawaiian/Asia pacific style faire. I went for breakfast with my family. I ordered the local breakfast with bacon. I thought it was really great for what it was. It's affordable and filling and it's a fair price. The service was great. We even got to speak to the owner Daddy O and we learned he was in business at this location for about 10 years and he was a former commander of a gunship at 20 in Vietnam the Vietnam War. WOW. When he is not serving up yummy food in his restaurant he is giving aerial tours and teaching flight lessons for planes and helicopters. The restaurant doesn't look like much from the street, but it is definitely a place you will want to go during your time in Kauai. read more

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We were looking for a local breakfast spot and found Daddy Os. What a cute experience! It's definitely a local gem as walking in around 9:30 on a Tuesday morning they were pretty full- we got one of the last tables. Service was very kind, local- what you would expect from a family run establishment. They all pitch in with every role, and happy to help! Service and food came out QUICK! They have their routine down in terms of greeting, seated, taking your order and brining out the beverages and food. The menu is local plates, but we came for breakfast so had their breakfast plate and waffles! The waffles were aromatic and delicious! As was the breakfast plate (eggs, sausage, hasbrowns). The servings are larger than average but delicious! This place is in no means "fancy" but I will always love supporting a well run family business that just do the basics PERFECTLY. read more

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Great service. Great food. Ask for Harry. He will take care of you and recommend the best dishes. read more

Daddy O’s - Katsu Pork w/ special sauce!!! Highly recommended - New American Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Very good food and fast service! We visited this restaurant twice on our trip. Staff were very friendly read more

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Go here!! You will not regret it. The food was epic. The loco mock had the classic taste and was cooked to perfection. Wow! The Mac salad was the best I've ever had, I highly recommend it. The service was excellent. The older gentleman asked about us personally and made us feel so welcome. He offered us local specials too. It's a local diner and it lives up to the billing. The physical space is spread out well and perfect for what you are looking for on Kauai. read more

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Jess B.

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Tried Daddy O's for breakfast with my family and was pleasantly surprised. We got seated right away and our food came out fast. Our server was super friendly and welcoming. I ordered the Ono Omelet which was really tasty. I had anticipated that it would be pretty oily because of the spam and Portuguese sausage inside, but it wasn't oily at all. The spot is tucked away in the back of a plaza, so it's easy to miss, but definitely worth finding. read more

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Love this place! Friendly staff, especially Daddy O. He greets everyone , explains the menu and jests with the patrons. The food is outstanding. Our guys had eggs with bacon and hash browns. We gals opted for stuffed French toast and coconut macadamia pancakes. Excellent! Excellent! read more

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Alex L.

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Just the perfect mom and pop restaurant we needed during our stay in Kauai! We came here twice and really enjoyed the food. Breakfast and lunch served all day. We met the owner Henry and he was super welcoming. Remembered us on our second visit. We didn't know what to order so he started us off with Chinese sui mai and steamed pork bun. Good app to start off with! Speciality of the day was the prime rib sandwich, we went with his recommendation and it did not disappoint. My wife enjoyed the sandwich. What really made us come back the second time was the macadamia pancakes. I don't really order pancakes but I wanted to try something more local especially with macadamia. I'll have to say this is the best pancakes I've ever been served. Super fluffy, warm, and the best part was the coconut cream. That literally sold it for me. Henry was right when he told us we'd come back after our first visit. We also tried the breakfast burrito also. Just the right size and everything you can ask for inside a Hawaiian breakfast burrito. Great spot, will recommend anyone to come try! read more

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Shirley N.

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On our way down from Princeville back to the Lihue airport we had three action items. #1 on the list was to have breakfast. I did a Yelp and this caught my eye. Daddy O. So retro sounding. Read the mostly positive reviews. We entered around 8:20am. Got a table with no wait time. Each table is numbered. We were handed a two sided laminated menu. Ordered - * hubby got the big Daddy O breakfast platter - three eggs, three meats, hash browns and two scoops of rice * daughter got the loco moco - two eggs with two hamburger patties two scoops of rice over gravy. * I got the french toast sweet bread with two eggs and Portuguese sausage. Constant coffee refills offered. Constant flow of customers. Located in an unassuming strip mall where the anchor is the bowling alley. Our server turned out to be the owner Harry. We warmed up to him 1/2 way through our breakfast. Then he asked if we liked cha siu baos. And siu mai. Next door is the wiki wiki store where you can grab a quick lunch. Action items #2 was taken care of - we got cha siu baos and siu mais to go. Snacks for our flight home later. I'd return if I'm ever back to Kauai. read more

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Daddy-Os was great! Friendly service, quick meal, reasonable prices for the area, and food was tasty. I got the breakfast with pancakes and asked for ube for them. Nothing mind blowing but solid and tasty. My husband got the chicken and waffles and the mini loco moco and enjoyed it! read more

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Solomon C.

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Off gate, the service was grade A. I was welcomed and seated promptly. My waiter was friendly and helpful. Even threw in a suggestion. The coffee was great and my cup was consistently being refilled. I ordered the Kanaka. I was a wonderful dish. My only grip was that my bacon was hummm either over cooked or old. Minus that, everything was good. read more

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Crystal A.

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We came on a Saturday morning for breakfast. We were seated right away and service was fast. The food was delicious. I got a mini Ono loco moco and my husband got the kanaka breakfast. Can't go wrong with eggs and breakfast meats. There was a lot of parking. We'll be back one day to try the lunch options. read more

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Decent place for brunch. We stopped by here for an early lunch before our flight home. It's located in a little strip mall with plenty of parking. For food we ordered the stuffed shrimp Benedict and a mini loco moco with mushrooms added. Food was pretty good. I really enjoyed the stuffed shrimp Benedict. Loco moco was good but nothing crazy. Prices are kind of high for the portion. I wish the Benedict came with a side of fruit or something. read more

Daddy O’s - Stuffed Shrimp Benedict and Mini Ono Loco Moco - New American Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Luis A.

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One of the best meals we had during our time in Kauai. The coconut Mac nut pancakes are worth the drive to Lihue. Don't judge the book by its cover, everything was FABULOUS. Get the POG juice as well. I think my wife liked the coffee as well. Cheers. read more

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We stumbled across this family owned hot spot. They've been opened since 2016, our first time after many years visiting Kauai. Located in a hole-in-the-wall strip mall, Daddy-O's offers breakfast and brunch. This morning we ordered a tasty plate of loco-moco. The gravy is silky smooth and burger patty very flavorful! We also enjoyed a plate with French toast, Portuguese sausage and eggs. The servers working together as a team to make sure you're well taken care of. We would come back to try other menu items. read more

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Richard B.

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This place was so good we came back a second time. It did not disappoint. The price is right and the service is excellent. I love a place that knows how to keep your coffee cup full. Chicken and waffles; Shrimp Benedict - Macadamia Nut Pancakes were sublime. read more

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Gayle J.

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Daddy O's was our first Breakfast on the island and I couldn't wait to have a Macadamia Nut Pancake!!! Yelp Reviews showed this location was the place to go and it was sooooo delicious!! We will definitely come back! Service was great, staff was friendly. read more

Daddy O’s - Macadamia Nut Pancake breakfast and Grilled Cheese sandwich and fries. - New American Near Me - Lihue, Hawaii

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Busy place we showed up at an off time beat the rush it seemed. Friendly service good food. read more

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Such a great place for breakfast. We had a big group and were able to get in quickly. The meals were amazing and tasted fresh. The service was fabulous. We will definitely come back! read more

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Julyana T.

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We ordered to go. Tried a few items on the menu and their best offering is definitely the shrimp Benedict. It is a solid 5/5. The tripe stew is meh - I expected a thick gravy but it was a watery soup instead. My husband order basic breakfast item (sunny side up, bacon, hash brown) so I really cannot provide much comment since it's so basic. read more

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First time there, I ordered the special and hubby ordered the ube pancakes. Both was delicious! Would definitely be back. read more

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Napa F.

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A must go to for a quick delicious breakfast in a hole in the wall. Loved the Portuguese sausage

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Our first venture into local food scene for breakfast following a helicopter ride around the island. Don't be swayed by the exterior looks, it's located in a store front. The food (pancakes, loco moco) and service were awesome. This is where the locals eats and it is awesome! read more

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Tammy W.

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First off the staff gives the best service! Secondly OMGGGG I got the coconut macadam package and they were AMAZING!!! Everyone in my party loved their food! read more

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Michelle H.

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Don't let the boring bland exterior deter you. Service was quick and friendly. Food was excellent. I had the spam croissant. Flaky salty perfection. My son got the waffle plate with Portuguese sausage. Husband got a big breakfast plate. Bacon cooked perfect! read more

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Small restaurant but plenty of seating. We got their loco moco and the shrimp Benedict and it was delicious!! 10/10! Parking isnt a problem with the big lot they have. I'd come back here again! read more

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Peter U.

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They are open for dinner. Gotta try the Kurabota Pork and katsu. M-F 4-8 Premium rice and read more

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Perfect little family owned restaurant. Service was amazing, friendly, and fast. Not to mention the food is outstanding read more

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My new favorite breakfast place on the island!!! I've never had loco moco for breakfast. I'm hooked!!! Service was fantastic. Good came out really quickly. The pancakes were fluffy and hot the spot! A great greasy spoon! read more

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This has become my favorite breakfast place in Kauai. We popped in one morning & it was pretty busy but we were seated immediately. I ordered the Loco Moco in the mini size which was only $10! I was shocked by how inexpensive it was! My fiancé ordered the French toast. This was by far the best loco moco I've ever had & I was thinking about it the entire day afterwards. I'm usually not a huge French toast fan but this restaurant changed my mind on that. It was so good we had to bring the whole family back. Our server was also super amazing, very attentive, & gave us a lot of tips on what to do while we stayed here. GET THE LOCO MOCO YOU WONT REGRET IT!!!! read more

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Great food , perfect dinner, great coffee, great service - all good. Friendly staff. Breakfast burrito is top shelf.

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We tried Daddy O's on our way to Princeville and it is a hidden gem. The food is outstanding! The service was great! The prices were affordable! We had 3 mini loco mocos and a French toast plate. It was enough to fill us 3 up! Thank you! read more

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David M.

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This is a very local place we had breakfast standard breakfast not big portions average fast service was nice. Nothing fancy here. read more

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Service was good. The ambiance was relaxing and cheerful. The food was fantastic, full of flavor and seasoning. read more

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4303 Rice St
Ste B4
Lihue, HI 96766
Directions
(808) 245-6778
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https://www.daddyoslihue.com

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Hours

What time does Daddy O’s open?

Daddy O’s opens at 7:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Daddy O’s close?

Daddy O’s is closed on Monday.Daddy O’s closes at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sun 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Daddy O’s take credit cards?

Yes, Daddy O’s takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Daddy O’s have catering options?

Yes, Daddy O’s does have catering options.

Does Daddy O’s have a drive thru?

No, Daddy O’s does not have a drive thru.

Does Daddy O’s have a happy hour?

No, Daddy O’s does not have a happy hour.

Does Daddy O’s serve alcohol?

No, Daddy O’s does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Daddy O’s allow dogs?

No, Daddy O’s does not allow dogs.

Does Daddy O’s have TVs?

No, Daddy O’s does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Daddy O’s have bike parking?

Yes, Daddy O’s has bike parking.

Does Daddy O’s have outdoor seating?

Yes, Daddy O’s has outdoor seating options.

Does Daddy O’s have parking?

Yes, Daddy O’s has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Daddy O’s wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Daddy O’s is wheelchair accessible.

Does Daddy O’s have free WiFi?

No, Daddy O’s does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Welcome to Daddy O's Restaurant Daddy O's Restaurant proudly serves delicious food to the greater Lihue community. We will be closed December 8-13 2024, December 23-25 and December 30- January 1, 2025

History

Established in 2016.

We're committed to serving the best breakfast and lunch to our Lihue neighbors, and since our opening in 2016, it's been our pleasure welcoming guests to dine with us. Thanks for stopping by this past year!

Meet the Business Owner: Harry S.

Whether guests want to enjoy a satisfying breakfast or lunch with us, everyone can expect to have fun and delicious time when they stop by our place! We look forward to seeing new and returning guests back at our place soon.

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We decided to give Hualani's another try for our 10-year vow renewal dinner, and we're so glad we…read moredid--it absolutely did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived, the hostess was warm, welcoming, and attentive, which set the tone for the evening. The entire staff was fantastic, and we especially want to thank our server, Danielle, who was truly amazing and made our experience even more special. We came in with a large party of 15, and everything was handled seamlessly. The food was delicious across the board. The kids loved the chicken tenders and fries, and for myself, I ordered the lobster tempura to start along with the chili crunch poke--both were incredible, especially the poke, which was super fresh and full of flavor. My husband and I also split a steak, and it was cooked perfectly. Everyone in our group left happy the views outside are absolutely amazing as well. Perfect place for our dinner

My teenagers and I very much enjoyed our dinner here last night. It didn't hurt that the sunset was…read moreperfection, and the weather was top notch. The wine list included lots of options that I don't often see by the glass, such as Chenin Blanc and Albarino. The Aperature Chenin Blanc was so tasty alongside appetizers and seabass. For starters, we had the short rib potsticker (5 to an order with a peanutty curry sauce on top), and focaccia, which came with balsamic and olive oil, plus roasted garlic cloves. The chewy texture was great, it almost seemed air fried. Entrees: 2 kid's shells with cheese (mac'n cheese) generous portions, and no grief over 15 to ordering off children's menu. Also, the filet and seabass entrees. One came with mashed potatoes, one with rice, but we swapped. Could have with both choy, or sub in green beans. The filet was cooked perfectly to our liking at medium, and very tender. I'm not sure on the size, but it was plenty. The seabass came with 2 large pieces of fish. About half got eaten, it was so delicious, but the buttery texture made it very filling, so hey! Lunch today. Possibly the best aspect of the dinner, topping the food and divine weather, was our server, Ali'i He went above and beyond, chatting to the kids and myself, plus on point recommendations, and speedy water fills and checking in. He brought me wine tastes, solit a virgin daiquiri for my girls, and generally brought a spirit of Aloha. There was a nice duo singing on the patio, too, which really sealed the deal on the relaxing atmosphere. Bathrooms are also very luxurious.

Oceanfront Dining on Kaua'i

Whole fried Kampachi - appetizer for entree

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Sunset view from our dining table outdoors.

Mark's Place

4.4(1.7k reviews)

1.9 mi

This place is better than it has a right to be!…read more The people are friendly , but it's just a shack with a few picnic tables outside. I ordered the Kalbi Ribs and my wife got the chicken katsu. The portions were huge and tasted wonderful. Even the white rice was tasty! Highly recommend.

This is a must stop for us when we land in Kauai! Solid local plate lunches that don't skimp on…read moreportions. Service was good and fast. Walked in, ordered, and waited till the buzzer went off. Got the food and it looks the same like it always does! Ordered a beef stew and loco moco plate, a loco moco for my son, and a pumpkin crunch. All were great choices and nothing was left. My wife proclaimed the pumpkin crunch to be the best she's ever had. A classic must stop in Kauai! Don't skip this place!

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Konohiki Seafoods

4.6(796 reviews)

1.8 mi

This is a small grab and go spot for seafood and other hot foods. There's a lot of parking also…read more The service was fast and the food is great. The poke and other seafood was the best thing there. The fried chicken was good also. There's no place to sit so you can grab your food and eat at your car or goto the park or beach.

4.5 Stars. I ordered a crab sushi roll and it tasted amazing. I'm still thinking about it and…read moretelling others how good it was! I will go back for sure. I took off half a star due to the stores low ambience. But hey, you walk in when the line moves forward. You order, they provide you with food, pay and leave clutching deliciousness in hand. Drive to a cool place to eat and Yum yum yum. Food was great. Mad about crab sushi roll!

Ginger chicken

An assortment of poke for days to picnic at Lydgate beach.

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Ahi Shoyu Poke

Oki's Box Lunches & Restaurant

4.2(219 reviews)

0.8 mi

Locally owned box lunch in Kauai!…read more Miss.Oki was the sweetest! She was working behind the counter and stays in the store. She lets me know she is third generation of this business which I thought was so sweet! Shared the Kalbi plate and it was a solid choice! I wish there was more for the portion due to the price but it's good.

Food: 4/5 By recommendations, Ms. Oki suggested the…read morehanamaulu chicken and shrimp. She says that the batter is made with many ingredients and is a crowd favorite. After ordering, I got to try it out! The batter is definitely light, crunchy and tasty with a bit of sweetness to it. Definitely different from your typical breading/ fried chicken strips. I only wish there was more shrimp (came with two shrimps) and some kind of veggie to give this meal more contrast in flavor. They do have mini box lunch specials for $7 from 10am-3pm. Not a bad deal! Service: 5/5 Ms. Oki was behind the counter and was very nice and friendly. Ambiance: 4/5 For a quick food stop it a perfect place to go to. There's outdoor seating and many restaurants to choose from in this mall area.

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Kaua’i Diner

4.3(244 reviews)

0.2 mi

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

Perfect place to start this rainy Kauai weekend! It was 3 minutes away from where we were, the Sixt…read moreRental Cars. They have a great selection of Breakfast and Lunch/Dinner options. The prices are very reasonable! We probably saved $3-10 off each plate coming from Maui. My dad got the LauLau Plate and said the meat was soft and moist and my mom NEVER annihilates her food and she literally ate every bite of her Steamed Fish which was Catfish today. It had this yummy soy or sesame sauce with some green onions and ginger on top. My Oxtail Soup with Rice was perfect for the cold rainy day. Delicious pieces of fall off the bone oxtail and I literally dumped all the cilantro and ginger in the hot broth. Mom and I had a bit of a fuzzy throat so we got the Calamansi Juice with Honey which was delicious! As you sip, you taste pieces of Calamansi and see swirls of seeds and calamansi skin. If you like pulp, you'd enjoy this refreshing drink. We ended the meal with 4 pieces of hot egg tarts! I'm surprised they had them because when I go to Oahu, there's some spots where you special order them on the weekends. Overall, a delicious local spot here in Lihue!

While researching places to eat on Kauai, there is just too much. But after watching a few videos…read moreon different social media platforms, it was pretty much the same. I grew up in Hawaii and just wanted to experience the classics. Kauai Diner fulfilled this wish. Initially, I planned for Kauai Diner as our first stop for lunch when we landed as it is less than 10-minutes from the airport. However, my sisters weren't hungry for lunch at the time. On our last day, we decided to stay near the airport area and that's when we were able to have brunch here. From the outside, it doesn't look like much and in fact looks small. However, upon entering, this is a really big restaurant with several large booths. This is definitely a family oriented restaurant. The booth we were sat at could comfortably seat 8-people. The menu is a mix of Chinese, Filipino and Hawaii-style mixed plates. So much to choose from. Sister 1 got her usual lau lau and quietly finished her meal first. Sister 2 got steamed ginger fish that she enjoyed. And she was warned it would take 20-mins which she was fine with. Last sister and I shared a burger that was good but not as good as Kenji's, ramen that warmed our belly's, chives pancake that was just ok. And what helped us find Kauai Diner was the ube pancake. Not sure why and had experienced at other places, ube pancake was ok but the ube syrup was really good and 4-sister approved. The staff here are helpful and really nice. Prices fair and restaurant had a lot of natural lighting, plenty of large windows. If I lived here, this would be one of my favs. 5-stars for this experience.

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Egg Tarts

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Inside looking towards the door.

Richie's Huli BBQ

5.0(56 reviews)

7.4 mi

Richie's Huli BBQ is unreal. Holy shit--this is hands down the best chicken we've ever had. It was…read moreperfectly cooked, insanely moist, and packed with flavor. Every bite was delicious. On top of that, the prices are super reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. You get amazing food without feeling ripped off, which is rare these days. If you're anywhere near this place, do yourself a favor and stop in. We'll definitely be back!

Since we had eaten so much fish during our trip we were looking for some good bbq chicken. (You are…read morekind of reminded every day since there are so many chickens around LOL). So in looking through Yelp we saw Richie's. Since it is a food truck we were not sure exactly where it was. After reviewing the most recent reviews we saw it was right down the street where we were staying. It was in the area by Haole Girl Island Sweets. Everyone mentioned getting there early as the close once they sellout. They usually have the Huli Huli Chicken on Friday and Saturday but check to see. Quite a few people were already seated at the picnic table when we arrived around 11:30am. We were greeted right away and ordered the half chicken with macaroni salad and a roll. We stood by the grill area looking at all the good food being prepared. Smelled like heaven. When we got our food we were amazed at how much was there. Large portions. They serve it with a pineapple white sauce that is so tasty. The macaroni salad was good as well. Also some white rice on the side. Best chicken we have had in a while. Thanks to Richie! Check you out next time in town. We saw a red food truck so turned into the parking lot. You could smell the bbq cooking.

Huli huli chicken was FIRE! Huge serving which fed our family of four!

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Wagyu burger : passion bakery (local) bun, with house sauce

Hamura Saimin

3.8(2.6k reviews)

0.0 mi

Food is good The atmosphere is cozy…read more It's a must try when in Kauai. Sometimes a bit crowded but general the wait isn't long

After perusing multiple social media pages this establishment comes highly recommended but to be…read morefrank, the food was bad overall. If you live/have lived in a big city like LA or NY, if you've ever traveled to Asia, if you've ever had a legitimate bowl of ramen/wonton noodles, prepare to be disappointed. We ordered the "Special Saimin" since it came with the most toppings. The noodles were overcooked and soggy. The wontons had thick doughy skin and were also overcooked and ruptured with the gritty ground pork filling spilling out. The roast pork tasted old as if it'd been in the fridge for weeks or frozen/defrosted multiple times. Honestly, the only part I enjoyed were the boiled vegetables and I was not able to finish my food. To summarize, I would not recommend this place. Service was lacking but I didn't mind for this kind of joint. If you must try it for your own curiosity, I'd recommend the regular saimin. Definitely a local fave with lots of native Hawaiians but not sure if that's because food options are limited on the island. This may be my worst meal of the entire trip.

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Crispy Fried Won Tons (8pcs)

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Lilikoi Chiffon Pie

Duke's Kauai

3.9(3.1k reviews)

1.2 mi

we had a 5 star experience!! the food was amazing but our server even better! joshua was the best…read moreserver we have ever had. never laughed harder and been treated so well. we ended our trip at dukes and couldn't of had better ending. we literally licked the plate clean!! josh is the greatest server of all time!

Came to Kauai on the cruise ship. Rainy day, walked over into town. Saw Duke's and was pleasantly…read moresurprised as I like Duke's in Waikiki and Jake's in Del Mar. Duke's Kauai was not a disappointment either. Good staff, very friendly and pleasant. The menu was the Duke's menu and something for everyone. Ambiance? Same. The group that owns Duke's, Jake's, and the others does a great job.