Loco moco and chili pepper chicken is killahs staff is amazing and the portions are also amazingread more

Close to our hotel, and frequented by locals!…read more Ordered one combo plate to share for dinner since all we've been doing is EATING on this getaway!!! The combo plate included chicken, hamburger steak, and kalua pork, white rice and mac salad. Winner! The hamburger steak was tasty and the gravy was smooth. Don't like all meat patties because it's tough. This patty was home made and delicious! And kalua pig is all the same, right? NO WAY!!! This kalua pig was different, better, with flavor most intriguing and inviting you to eat more! How amazing is that?! Even the chicken was ono. And the mac salad was fresh and full of flavor too. Usually, mac salad is not my thing, but I found myself taking more than one bite! Will definitely be back for more great food on our next Kauai adventure! Keep up the great cooking! Woo hoo!

When stopping by Lihue, we were looking for a place where you can get some delicious poke quickly,…read moreand The Fish Express popped up as an interesting option to stop by. We went on a Saturday around lunchtime and it wasn't too busy. There is a small parking lot near the restaurant on the left hand side. It was filled when we first got there, but we were luckily able to get a spot. I could see this lot filling up quickly during other meal rush hours, so do take note if you plan on driving. The ordering is done like your typical poke place, you tell the service worker what you would like and there's a small toppings bar at the end before the cashier. There was a small line when we went, and even with the line, it still only took about 5-10 minutes to get our food. There isn't interior seating in the restaurant though, you will have to get your food take out, or just eat in the parking lot. I got the 3 scoops of poke option for $15.25, and I think that this is a pretty solid deal for the variety of fish that you can try out! I think based on my personal experience on Kaua'i, it will be difficult to get food, especially poke at a reasonable price. But for this price, it's probably the best place on the island to get poke without paying $20+ for the same variety. The fish tasted fresh, and I am a fan of the selection of toppings they had. If you are in the Lihue area and looking to try some poke at a reasonable price, I would recommend The Fish Express! There seems to be a decent amount of other interesting looking options on the menu, and if I'm ever in the area again, I would totally give them a try!

I was recommended this place by a local tour guide and I think it was pretty good, portion size was…read moreok wish they served more in their scoop and they had a variety of toppings. The staff were very nice and gave their best recommendations which the flavors were spot on.

Hualani's was the place to be during sunset. The gorgeous front view of the ocean and lighthouse…read morewere to die for. We came when there was a performance and the food was delicious. Our waiter Tron was very informative of the dishes and drinks. We enjoyed our time here. We ordered the coconut shrimps, and potstickers. They both were plentiful of flavor. My friends ordered the sea bass and the fish & chips, Ono seafood dish, and the dynamite dish. Everything was huge in portion and delicious.

Stunning View, Uneven Execution…read more Hualani's is one of those places that makes a fantastic first impression. The setting is absolutely gorgeous - ocean views, tropical breezes, and an atmosphere that somehow manages to feel both elegant and welcoming at the same time. The service was excellent throughout the meal, attentive without hovering and genuinely friendly. Unfortunately, the food was a tale of two kitchens. My entrée - a kampachi and ahi tuna combination served with mashed potatoes, bok choy, and green beans - was outstanding. Perfectly cooked fish, beautifully plated, and packed with flavor. The honeycomb goat cheese salad was equally impressive and easily one of the highlights of the meal. Then came the rest of the table. My wife's vegetable curry was, frankly, difficult to finish. The flavors felt muddled and flat, especially compared to the care shown in the seafood dishes. The kids' mac and cheese fared even worse. It looked and tasted suspiciously like boxed macaroni with processed cheese sauce - the kind of thing you'd expect from a rushed concession stand, not a restaurant carrying Michelin recognition. That inconsistency is what keeps this from being a four- or five-star experience. When some dishes are exceptional and others feel like afterthoughts, it leaves you wondering which restaurant is going to show up at your table. I'd happily return for the fish, the salad, the service, and the view. I just wouldn't order the curry - and I'd definitely feed the kids beforehand.

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!

Konohiki Seafood was a NONNEGOTIABLE stop before leaving Kauai and wow... it absolutely lived up to…read morethe hype. There's a reason this place has sooo many awards hanging all over the walls We got poke bowls, ginger fried chicken, a bunch of different inari, and every single thing was BOMB. Super fresh, flavorful, and one of those spots where you immediately start planning what you'd order next time. Honestly loved everything about this place...the food, the vibe, all of it. If you're visiting the island, you HAVE to make a stop here.

Poke here was amazing! I saw someone on social media that said that it is very similar if not…read morebetter than Foodland which got me to visit this place. I ordered the poke bowl with spicy ahi which is what they recommended and I was would rate it a 10/10. My boyfriend ordered the chicken plate since he does not eat fish and he said that is was just missing a good sauce. The people operating the place were very kind and efficient. And the space was small and there are no places to sit but you can easily go to your car or head over to the nearest beach and enjoy your meal.

So good! A little worried since this was a food court establishment but the food was ONO! A little…read morescary upon entering, guy working the front slouched and sleeping in corner. Maybe this gives this place the legit hole in the wall vibe! Ordered the hanamalu fried chicken and shrimp, love the flavor with a hint of chicken. Crispy fried coating was perfection! Also ordered the Neil's fried chicken, deep fried teri chicken, and kalbi ribs. Ranking them in order deep fried teri and hanamalu chicken were our favorite. Kalbi ribs were good but a little pricey for portion. Definitely go for the mini option, so much food! The noodle mac salad is great too, love that it's a little different than typical mac salad. Our whole fam was super happy eating here! Outdoor covered seating so does get a little warm.

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.

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!

Lots of locals dining in! Must be good…read more.. Only one waitress working the entire restaurant, but doing a commendable job! And she was smiling... After getting our ice water, cutlery and menus, we quickly settled on the French toast breakfast, which included fluffy French toast, bacon, and 2 eggs cooked to order. Ono! Added apple juice to the meal. Happy, full, and satisfied! Woo hoo!

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.

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.

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.