4.5 stars for the banana pudding…read more Came in for some before my flight out of Kauai and it was divine! I LOVED that thick layer of homemade graham cracker in the middle. The pudding was just a tiny bit greasy but the flavor was great and not overly sweet--I still ate the whole cup by myself in one quick sitting, yum! I would have loved more bananas in the pudding, but I did like how they were cut up into small pieces so the focus stayed on the pudding. Service was friendly and they had a whole tray of banana pudding ready to go. Free parking available all around the shopping plaza, conveniently located close to an ABC store and across from the famous Musubi Truck.

My friend and I stopped by the Jammin' Banana Bakery & Cafe since it was close to the area we were…read morestaying in. We saw a ton of good reviews and figured we would give it a try. I got a banana matcha and a bagel sandwich while my friend got a banana bread and black coffee with coconut syrup. My portion was $21 for the matcha and the sandwich. I thought the matcha was decent! The banana flavor is a syrup and it reminds me of the banana candies. The matcha wasn't too milky. The bagel sandwich lacked flavor for me. I might just be too used to salt but I did find that the egg portion wasn't super flavorful. I did appreciate that the bagel was quite soft. Overall, it was alright! There is plenty of free parking in the area. The lines can get long even at 7 am on the week day.

Great food and great service. Old school coffee shop with a great breakfast…read more Would visit again.

The food was delicious and served quickly! The wait staff was wonderful and friendly. Has a bit of…read morea dive restaurant feel but it was delicious, fresh and really good food!! The value for what you got was the best we have found on the island!! High recommend if you are looking for good eats a reasonable price! It was delicious!

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.

Entrance/Ordering is on the left side when facing the building just FYI! Order first and then find…read morea seat. Service was quick and good. Great views outside on the patio as well as inside out the windows too! Eats: Mochi pancakes 5/5 fluffy and so tasty with coconut or maple syrup! Breakfast burrito with Portuguese sausage 4/5 comes with some super crispy potatoes and lots of eggs and salsa and sour cream. Would definitely recommend and return ourselves if we are in Kauai again!

This restaurant was the best thing I came across while my time in Kauai!…read more The food was amazing, and the service was excellent!! Keahi was very kind and helpful; I could tell she is the leader of this place since she was extremely diligent. I asked her questions and she answered with confidence which helped me decide what to order. Biggest shout out to her!! The food was overall delicious. The pancakes, the loco moco, and the french toast were out of this wooooorld. Especially, the coconut syrup that accompanied the pancakes! Everything is well kept in this place! Clean and organized! I will definitely be coming back :)!!!!

The Korean ribs are absolutely phenomenal--so tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor that I'm…read morestarting to suspect there's a secret pineapple juice infusion in the marinade. Every bite is a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and umami that lingers delightfully on the palate. The garlic shrimp are without a doubt the best I've ever had--plump, succulent, and perfectly cooked. Each jumbo shrimp is coated in a lusciously garlicky, buttery glaze that's utterly irresistible, leaving me savoring every last bite. Honestly, it's seafood heaven on a plate. This meal isn't just delicious--it's mind-blowingly, palate-pleasingly unforgettable.

From the moment we landed at Lihue, 5 people we met on our trip recommended Smiley's…read more We made a pit stop. Got there before a crazy crowd. Ordered the teriyaki burger deluxe with fries, and the garlic shrimp/chicken combo. Food and service were Kaboom . So close to the airport, should come here for first meal or back for plane food on return trip

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?

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.

Overall: 10/10…read more PARKING: Free large lot available at the strip mall. FOOD: Always great! I like the clams in the butter sauce with the little toasts it comes with. Best to do family style if with a group, because then you can try more items! VIBE: It's a local spot for sure, casual vibe, great bar, live music on Thursdays, and Trivia Night follows. SERVICE: They have lots of tables to manage, so servers checking in with you can be sparse, but if you need something just flag someone down, and they will take care of you quickly.

Visited Good Times Grill during our stay in Kauai. The staff were warm, friendly, and very…read morewelcoming throughout our visit. They also had a live band playing, which created a fun atmosphere and it looked like a lot of people were really enjoying themselves. If you're just looking for a quiet place to sit and eat, though, it can get a bit loud, nothing against the live music, just something to keep in mind depending on what kind of dining experience you're looking for. The ahi nachos were a bit disappointing for us. The ahi itself was fresh and tasted great, but the "nachos" were actually more like fried wontons instead of traditional nacho chips, which felt a little odd and just wasn't really our thing. It would've helped if that was disclosed on the menu or if the server gave a quick heads up beforehand so expectations were clearer. On the positive side, the Tempura Ahi Bites were our favorite dish out of everything we ordered, definitely the standout item for us. The rib plate was also decent with satisfying portions overall.

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.

Came by around 12:30 p.m. on a Friday, and there was no line at all. The truck is pretty much…read moreparked in an area right next to the airport. Parking is on gravel and can be limited depending on the time of day. There are some outdoor covered seating shared with other nearby food trucks if you want to "dine-in". Ordering was super easy -- staff were right by the door with a phone and took our order and payment on the spot. We got a Da Shaka Burger and a loco moco to-go for our island hop to Maui, and the food was out in about 10 minutes. Staff were really helpful, and especially with the loco moco gravy -- they gave me enough to stay under the radar with the TSA. Loco moco was solid overall; gravy leaned a bit salty, and the rice was sticky, but the patty itself was so good. The burger had a thick patty and leaned on the sweeter side. Not mind-blowing but made for a great last meal from Kauai.

Really great food and even better advice. Food was really fresh and had great flavor. Went twice…read moreduring my trip and was riding worth it.