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    Lilikoi Kitchen

    4.5 (139 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Braised Beef & Cheddar Panini
    MandyLei M.

    UPDATE: I originally left a lower review after a very disappointing experience with a rude employee. However, I want to update it because the owner personally reached out to me after reading my review, and I was genuinely impressed by how she handled the situation. While my original concerns were very real, the way they were addressed made all the difference. She called me, listened to my concerns, and never once made me feel dismissed. She was kind, understanding, and took the time to hear me out. While my original experience was frustrating, the owner showed a true level of aloha, professionalism, and customer care that completely changed my impression. When I mentioned that my favorite item on the menu was the was the Blueberry French Toast, she generously offered to treat me to one on my next visit, which was incredibly thoughtful but, more importantly, made me feel heard and valued as a customer. Mistakes and bad interactions can happen anywhere. What matters is how a business responds, and I truly appreciate the effort the owner made to address my concerns and make things right. Her kindness, accountability, and genuine willingness to listen meant a lot. Because of the way this was handled, I will absolutely be giving them another chance. The owner demonstrated the kind of aloha and commitment to her customers that is becoming increasingly rare, and I truly appreciate the time she took to personally reach out and turn a negative experience into a positive one. Thank you for listening and for showing that customer feedback matters.

    Avo toast
    Angeline D.

    I'm sorry I really wanted to love this place. Our server was so nice and very attentive. A+ there. Ordering using the app and being able to use Apple Pay another plus! But the food ... 1. I ordered lilikoi pancakes and they brought out Mac nut, when I pointed this out the server took it in the back, the chef just put on some lilikoi syrup on and sent it right back. So I don't think the order was correct. 2. The pancakes were horrible, thick and dense and not edible :/ the portion is large, 3 big pancakes but it's so dry it's just not a good dish. 3. Tater tots, they were cold and the seasoning was way too salty/garlicy - we ate 2 and even tried one from the bottom in case the seasoning was too much on the top but to no avail 4. We also ordered the avo toast and two lattes Which were both ok.

    Large Fries
    Jennifer H.

    First time at Lilikoi Kitchen. We went for a late lunch/early dinner and the restaurant was packed. The restaurant overall isn't that big. You can order from the cash register or QR code on the table and pay online. It took about 30-40 minutes to get our food. But everything came out hot and fresh. The portions are huge so it's good to share.

    LK Signature Pancake Plate
    Cynthia O.

    Cute place in Kailua we had the macadamia pancakes with 2 eggs and plant based sausage. 2 huge pancakes covered in sauce and Mac nuts. Forgot to take pictures of our teas with a dash of milk. Perfect meal for 2 staff friendly ambiance cozy

    Luxe Breakfast Burrito
    Steven Y.

    We came here for brunch yesterday. It's our first time here. The portion of our meals were big. The food tasted good, and the worker was quick and friendly. It wasn't too busy but there was a good amount of people coming in and out. Service was quick and place was clean. We would come back when we are on this side of the island.

    Outside
    Nadine C.

    Late lunch in Kailua, O'ahu, Hawai'i... Lilikoi Kitchen was bookmarked so long ago that I don't remember how I heard about this cafe! Townies (Honolulu residents) usually dislike driving over the Pali, so I asked my friend, Donna, to go with me. She's so amicable! =) Thanks, Donna! Outside, there's free, shared parking next to Jamba Juice. Inside, it's cozy and quaint! Customers can order at the counter, order via QR code at the table, or order at the kiosk. I ordered Garlic Shrimp Plate that included rice, macaroni salad, and green salad. The garlic shrimp had an unusual breading that seemed starchy or undercooked - but I ate them all becausethe shrimp (unshelled) were plump and fresh. I liked the green salad a lot! It had a tangy lilikoi dressing! I was so full from the Garlic parmesan fries (really good) that I took the rice and macaroni salad home. Donna shared the Duck Fat fried rice - very rich and tasty! Thank you! When I return, I would order something else on the menu! Service was helpful and polite!

    Menu as of February 2026
    Stacy S.

    I had been to this restaurant once before when they first opened, but didn't get a chance to write a review. I happened to be in the Kailua area again and decided to stop by for breakfast. They're located in a small shopping center across from the Kailua post office and next door to Teddy's Burgers & Tori Richard. Free parking is available in the shared lot, although somewhat limited. The hours on their door say they open at 9am. I waited outside for 5-10 min past 9am (in the cold windy & rainy weather), and finally they opened. Basically you order at the counter and they bring your food to you, although you can also order via kiosk, online or QR code. I was craving mac nut pancakes, so I ordered their LK Signature Pancake Plate for $18.99. It also comes with eggs & protein. I requested my eggs sunny and asked if they had Portuguese sausage. The employee at the counter said yes, so I ordered that as my protein. When the employee brought my food to me, I noticed that the sausage was a breakfast sausage patty and not Portuguese sausage. When I pointed that out to her, she said, "no, this is Portuguese sausage". I took a bite and it was definitely not Portuguese sausage. Regarding the pancakes, it was a generous portion but they were too doughy and dense, as opposed to fluffy and light. The mac nut sauce was good though.

    Kelsey R.

    This little kitchen packed in some delicious flavor. This location was poppin at lunch time. We ordered at the table with the QR code. The serving sizes were very large! You will not leave here hungry ! The turkey BLTA pannani was a great combination of flavors . The side salad had a light fruity dressing. The fries were super crispy - cooked to perfection. Everything was great. It took a little bit for the food to come out probably 15-20 min but the place was packed when we got there.

    LK's LK's Fish Sandwich
    Jason F.

    I stopped by here yesterday afternoon with my father for lunch. We had been on Kailua Beach that morning and when it was time for lunch I fired up Yelp. After looking through a couple of places I ultimately found Lilikoi Kitchen. This restaurant sits in a strip mall in Kailua and the inside can seat around 30 people. At the back of the restaurant is where you order and they have a touchscreen where you can do it without interacting with anyone. For lunch on this day I ultimately went with the Lilikoi chicken farm salad while my dad went with the LK's fish sandwich. The menu described my meal as mixed greens, tomato, cucumbers, shaved carrots, house torn croutons, lilikoi vinaigrette, and griddled chicken, and my dad's as sriracha aioli, pickled cucumber, American cheese, spring mix, and a brioche roll. While I normally don't order a salad out, I am glad that I did here. My chicken ended up being cooked nicely and I liked the flavor of the spices on it. All of the vegetables felt fresh and I appreciated having something healthy and green, which I often find difficult to get in Hawaii. The croutons added a nice texture to the salad and I absolutely loved the dressing. It was creamy with a good lilikoi flavor without being overly punchy or sweet. If I had one complaint it would be that I wish my salad had been dressed with more of it. My father also enjoyed his fish sandwich and liked the greens that came on his plate as well. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. Both my dad and I enjoyed our meals and I like that it was filling but still felt healthy.

    Loco Moco with duck fat fried rice

    The food was amazing! We were a party of 6 and everyone loved their dishes! Colton and Janessa took excellent care of us!!!

    Crispy shrimp sando
    Dan A.

    Been here a few times... Chill local spot. Good selection of sandwiches, etc. Self order process works great. Service is ok. That lilikoi dressing is very good goes well with anything! We've had a few of their sandwiches and some quesadillas - all we're good. Acai bowls are pretty good as well. We sometimes get it for dessert. The ice cream mixed in is a nice touch.

    Wagyu pastrami melt and shrimp curry
    Keane L.

    VERY IMPRESSED! Came to Lilikoi Kitchen expecting a simple meal, but what we got was a flavor experience. The eatery is unassuming; simple and casual. You can order at the counter, via QR code at your table (Toast app) or via a touch screen. We ordered the wagyu pastrami melt and the shrimp curry. Both were enormous! The sandwich came in two giant halves paired with half a plate of mixed greens drizzled with a lilikoi dressing so good I could drink it. The shrimp curry plate came with lots of shrimp, rice and a very well-made mac salad. As someone who can eat a lot, I'm always a bit surprised when I need a box to take food home. Of course, the most important aspect of a restaurant is how good the food is. Both dishes were made with care and tasted great. Service was friendly as well. Only downside is there's no restroom in the restaurant (my hands were not the most pristine after that delicious pastrami melt). Overall, Lilikoi Kitchen is great, and I would return without question.

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    Jillian T.

    Love love love Lilikoi Kitchen, from day one at their previous location too. The food, just keeps getting better and better! At this location on Kailua Road, there's much more seating available inside, with both bench and chair seating. It's self-ordering, in that you walk up to the front counter to place your order, get a ticket number and the server brings it out to you. Or you can sit at a table, use the QR code to order, and they'll bring the food out to you as well. If you're having difficulty with either, a server would also gladly help answer any questions or ring you up on their end. Just have a little patience as it seems there's only 1-2 people out front with the remainder staff members cranking out the food in the back. Comfort food at its finest. The garlic shrimp plate that I ordered was very filling with creamy, buttery, garlic shrimp on top a bed of rice, next to a big serving of mac salad with a side salad topped with their signature lilikoi dressing. A little messy when peeling off the shrimp shells, but the trick is to use one hand to do that, and your fork as a tool with the other, so that you're not getting both of your hands dirty, unless you like that kind of thing, then go for it! All in all, there's parking located directly in front of their shop, but also along the side by Down to Earth if you don't mind walking a little further. Will definitely be back to try other items on the menu!

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    Delicious food. Especially loved the Shrimp sandwich! Great service- order online with QR code . Small place with local vibe. Delish!!

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