Mermaids Cafe

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Came here on a rainy day for lunch and overall had a great meal. I got the ahi focaccia sandwich, which was a really unique dish. The pesto aioli was sooo good and the veggies that it came with were so fresh. The staff were super friendly and we ate at the bar tables looking over the kitchen, where all the ingredients looked very fresh. Overall a great spot for a quick lunch! read more

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Sonya L.

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This place is awesome!! Lots of options and everything's is made fresh. I appreciate there are gluten free and vegan selections. Highly recommended the mermaid cafe read more

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Dee S.

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Food was so good! Just two guys making great food! The ahi burrito was excellent and the aloha sauce was magical. My friend's wrap was also crazy good! The place is small but the vibe is so fun and chill. Do yourself a favor and check it out if you're lucky enough to be in the area! read more

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Diane W.

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Best dinner of the week! Great menu, and incredible food. Watched Brody (?) put fresh vegetables into various dishes from the window, and all the portions were huge. My cilantro pesto wrap with ahi was amazing and I was sad not to be able to finish it ( breakfast tomorrow!) Hubby got the chicken satay plate which was another huge meal served on a bed of rice and equally amazing. The smells emanating from the kitchen should be enough to stop anyone in their tracks and run to eat here. Sorry I didn't get the name of the friendly female taking orders but she was super friendly. The hibiscus lemonade was refreshing. Love the Heather Brown mural on the wall as well, one of my favorite artists too!! Not too many tables but worth the wait!!!! read more

Mermaids Cafe - Mural in the back for the restroom - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Audrey L.

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Since surrounding restaurants were unexpectedly closed, Mermaids was the third restaurant we tried and were finally able to find a spot to grab lunch. You order at a window and can check out their menu at the counter. I was so hungry and decided to order the focaccia sandwich where you can choose your protein, and of course I chose ahi. They had a variety of housemade teas and lemonades, but I ordered the hibiscus tea with lemonade. It was super refreshing! It took about 15 minutes for our food to come out, but it did not disappoint! The sandwich was huge and served with toppings on the side for you to add what you want. The pesto aioli on the sandwich was delicious! All in all, for a rough start to us finding a lunch spot, this gem of a restaurant saved the day! read more

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Nicole R.

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So delicious! One of our favorite stops while on Kauai. We had the guava flow, hibiscus lemonade, ahi tuna wrap and focaccia sandwich with chicken. All of the flavors were incredible and everything was extremely fresh. The focaccia was seasoned perfectly and had the best soft to crunch ratio. read more

Mermaids Cafe - Guava flow on left- hibiscus lemonade on right - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Kyrie Z.

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Peanut satay wrap is what dreams are made of. Fast, friendly and fantastic. Hadn't been here in over ten years, we moved off Island. Thought of the taste here often and it's better than ever! ‍ read more

Mermaids Cafe - Chicken satay wrap with brown rice. - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

Mermaids Cafe - Chicken satay wrap so filling and tasty - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Taylor B.

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Wow. As a San Diego native, I've had some decent poke but this poke was actually to die for. The owner, Kelsey, was so nice and hooked me up with the best ginger drink after I said I wasn't feeling well. Such an inviting and friendly place. read more

Mermaids Cafe - Poke - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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David H.

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Everything! This small hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Kapaa just oozes with tasty treats. The Poke Bowl is sooo delicious I had to return 3 days straight to munch this delight! read more

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Laura C.

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This is the best meal I ate in Kauai Burrito bowl was tasty & healthy. The salad was great too. read more

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Nikita K.

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The food was disappointing. We ordered two island tacos--one with ahi and one with chicken. Unfortunately, the tacos were so soggy that you couldn't even pick them up; we had to eat them with chopsticks. When they arrived, both the chicken and the ahi looked exactly the same because they were covered in the same sauce--and honestly, they tasted almost the same too. The fish was tasteless , just salty without real flavor, while the chicken was overly spicy. The beans, however were very good--I really enjoyed those. The service was also good. read more

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Daniela K.

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What a cute place with GREAT food! We ordered a little bit of everything and really enjoyed the variety of menu items. From the stir-fry to focaccia sandwich to tropical tacos. Loved the fantastic and quick service. A must try! read more

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Jenevieve T.

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Highly recommend Mermaids Café! I got the cilantro pesto wrap with chicken and it was delicious. Everyone was friendly and the food came out quick. They have great outdoor seating right in front. The wrap was pretty good size too so I was able to bring half of it in a box to the beach and enjoy it later! 10/10 recommend this spot!! read more

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Brenda O.

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If you're looking for a healthy, clean meal that's just as filling as it is flavorful and delicious- look no further, Mermaids is the spot! My fiancee and I ended up at Mermaids by accident (as we were originally heading to Java Kai Cafe which is next door) but we passed by and after looking at the menu, we decided to stop at Mermaids. We were both SO glad we did, because our meals were fantastic! I ordered the satay salad with chicken and my fiancee tried the cilantro pesto wrap with tofu. To drink, we also tried the guava flow with coconut milk and the thai iced tea. We enjoyed our meals so much that we decided to revisit Mermaids again a few days later! A note for other out-of-state visitors- we also appreciated that Mermaids is open on Sundays, as many businesses in Kauai are closed on Sunday! Definitely recommend a stop here to anyone passing by the Kapaa or Lihue areas! read more

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Brandon A.

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Great food! Loved every bite. I got the Ahi Nori Wrap with xtra wasabi. Sarah got the Satay Salad Both were so good. Good vibes. Great food. Aloha service. Go here. read more

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Ally P.

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This place was recommended by a friend and we stopped here on our way to Princeville. It is most definitely worth the hype. The tuna wrap was delicious...the wasabi aioli brought everything together - this was a large wrap and left me very full. The poke bowl was fresh and delicious. The prices were very reasonable for Hawaii. I would suggest to anyone looking for a quick bite! read more

Mermaids Cafe - Ahi wrap and pickled ginger - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Yash T.

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TLDR : Wonderful wraps and salads! Had quick stop at the Mermaids Cafe for lunch which we got to go for our Day Trips. We got their Nori wrap based on the recommendations on Yelp and absolutely loved it! read more

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Malina L.

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Food is always fresh and consistently delicious. We get lunch or dinner here at least 2-3 times a month. Highly recommend the burritos or wraps with fresh fish read more

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Brian D.

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Best fish tacos ever! I live in San Diego where we have great fish tacos too. But these were amazing! It's a little hard to find but make sure you do find it. Worth it!. read more

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Julie Anne Black C.

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The food is fresh and tasty. I live in Kapaa and get take out at least once a week. Mahalo Julie

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R B.

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Not sure why there's not a line around the block! We happened to be around the back looking for an entrance to this carry out restaurant when we spotted the delivery of a 140 lb tuna! We ordered the ahi tacos and an ahi focaccia sandwich and OMG! The servings are huge (we should have shared!) and deliciously seared and spiced. My tacos were served With a side of black beans and mixed greens. read more

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Robb W.

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Great affordable fresh home cooking!!!! Try the Ahi Nori wrap or any of the other Vegetable fish stir fry's. A local secret for The best food on east side! read more

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Kassie I.

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We ate here twice in one week during our Christmas vacation! Super fresh and delicious food. Loved the Ahi burrito bowl and tropical ahi tacos read more

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Christy T.

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First time eating here and it didn't disappoint! We watched her make our food and she has some serious skills! It was perfect and satisfying! Thank you, Ruby and Sherai! We will be back for sure and bring the kiddos! Quaint spot with tables and bar seating! Island vibes for sure! read more

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Jen B.

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Had a delicious Island salad. Located right next to Java Kai coffee, which made getting lunch and some caffeine super easy.

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Mikaela M.

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We had the Focaccia Sandwich with chicken and Holy Moly best sandwich I have had on the island. Unfortunately, this was our stop on the way to the airport else I would have been back several time to try more of their food. The staff was very friendly and kind and food was made to order and fresh!! Will definitely be back on our next trip to Kauai. read more

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Nancy T.

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We were so happy to see that this tiny gem of a restaurant was still here from when we lived here 20 years ago. We had their seared ahi tuna wrap with brown rice and it was fantastic. Mahalo read more

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Pree R.

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My sister and I ended up passing through the shopping district in Wailua a lot during our recent trip, and so Mermaids was going to be an eventuality. It was on our list to visit before our trip, and I'm glad we were able to make it happen. Looking at their menu beforehand, I thought we would be able to choose from a variety of veggie-friendly options, but we were limited to some "customized" wraps. The owner (I assume) seemed like a chill and friendly guy, and made a spinach wrap for me (with his secret Aloha sauce recipe, lol!) and a black bean burrito for my sister. The wraps were definitely filling and the cost for our wraps was relatively cheap compared to what we were paying for meals at other places around the island. My only "complaint" was that I wish we had more shade coverage in the limited outdoor seating, as that made it difficult to eat at the spot (eating while sweating is not fun, haha). read more

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Barry N.

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What a delightful place to eat. When we were driving through downtown we pulled over were able to walk right up and had freshly made to order meals. Absolutely amazing. read more

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Liz W.

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The Ahi Poke Bowl was super fresh and healthy. Service was great and accommodating. Highly recommend. read more

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Lauren L.

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Sooooo good. Fish always fresh. I always get the fish tacos or focaccia sandwhich. Bombbb

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Treva L.

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Great tasting food, reasonable prices, and friendly staff!!! We had the ahi wraps one with Asian flavor the other with pesto Italian flavor. Both were delicious! We are going back this week. read more

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Andrea S.

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On a quest for great eats. This was place has Fresh flavors, well prepared. Great service. Loved it! Would eat here again.

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Jessica V.

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OMG!!! So amazingly good. We've had lunch here two days in a row. Great selection of you like fresh fish and vege. Everything has great flavor and you can tell fresh ingredients. Super nice people working here too. I would definitely recommend read more

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Sissy C.

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This place came back around. They had fallen off track for a while (likely changed owners) but they pulled it back on track with the same good recipes and great prices. Really enjoy the cilantro wrap with tofu and the noodle veggie stir fry. read more

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Terri H.

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Food is really good at Mermaids Cafe. My favorite is the Ahi wasabi wrap. I also like the atmosphere at Mermaids. Sitting outside is really nice there and service is fast and prices are really reasonable. read more

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Dan C.

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Best food on the island! Extremely fresh ingredients expertly prepared. Good portions and great vibes!

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Casey C.

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Amazing Poke bowl. Beautiful presentation and amazing flavor. Topped with red Japanese bbq sauce and a wasabi cream that had the perfect kick. read more

Mermaids Cafe - Poke Bowl. (Nope not a salad.) - Sandwiches Near Me - Kapaa, Hawaii

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Sydney L.

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This was the best ahi tacos I had on the whole island.. me and my husband have been eating fish tacos for the past 4 days trying a whole bunch of them all over kuaui but these were THEE best.. my husband got the pesto chicken wrap and even that was very good. And the prices were unbeatable. Oh and very friendly :) read more

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Winston S.

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I was served by a friendly chef and his daughter this evening. I had a refreshing hibiscus iced tea and a poke salad. Broke da mouth! read more

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4-1384 Kuhio Hwy
Ste B1
Kapaa, HI 96746
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(808) 720-1260
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Hours

What time does Mermaids Cafe open?

Mermaids Cafe opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.

What time does Mermaids Cafe close?

Mermaids Cafe closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.Mermaids Cafe is closed on Saturday.

Mon-Fri, Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMSat Closed

Payment methods

Does Mermaids Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Mermaids Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Mermaids Cafe have catering options?

No, Mermaids Cafe does not have catering options.

Does Mermaids Cafe serve alcohol?

No, Mermaids Cafe does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Mermaids Cafe allow dogs?

Yes, Mermaids Cafe allows dogs.

Does Mermaids Cafe have TVs?

No, Mermaids Cafe does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Mermaids Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Mermaids Cafe has bike parking.

Does Mermaids Cafe have outdoor seating?

Yes, Mermaids Cafe has outdoor seating options.

Does Mermaids Cafe have parking?

Yes, Mermaids Cafe has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Mermaids Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Mermaids Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Mermaids Cafe have free WiFi?

No, Mermaids Cafe does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Fresh Salads out of kauai local farm Rising Sun. Fresh ahi tuna from the ocean. Offering local, organic, gluten-free and vegan friendly options made with aloha.

History

Established in 1999.

Mermaids Cafe is a small hole in the wall that has been established since 1999. Live healthy, happy and full of Aloha

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4.8 mi

We stopped here in our way back to the hotel. It's right off the highway so it's very easy to miss…read moreif you're not looking out for it. The portion sizes are very large and shareable. I got the King Kong and there was a ton of toppings for an acai bowl. We had a large party so it did take some time for the shaved iced but the acai bowls were served quickly. I recommend getting the acai bowls over the shaved iced. There are better shave ice places on the island. There are a ton of benches as well to eat!!

I hadn't really had an acai bowl when I tried this place, so I couldn't fully appreciate how good…read moreit really was until my girlfriend and I started having acai bowls together at different locations. Everything about the bowl was great, and balanced. The amount of toppings were generous, without overdoing it. The bowl had just the right amount of sweet. It was really nice to sit at one of their communal style tables and take a moment to just enjoy our surroundings. The vibes were chill, the employees kind and helpful, and this unassuming little spot became a fond experience to look back on. 5/5 stars

Hibiscus Honey (left) & Cold Brew (right)

Original acai bowl with mango sorbet

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Olympic Cafe

3.3(1.1k reviews)

0.1 mi

The food was amazing and LARGE portions!!…read more Upstairs Restaurant, we sat were there wasn't much of a breeze and street side Wait staff was extremely pleasant. Only reason I'm giving a 4 is because the price of the food is extremely expensive. It was $35 a person, granted a LOT of food, I must have eggs with my pancakes but it was a separate charge!! And of course a lot of the food went to waste for me. I wish they had an option of just 1 pancake instead of 3 giant ones. And we only had water to drink!

Five stars. The food…read morewas really good and tastes like homemade. Really enjoyed the Kim Chee Fried Rice and the Chocolate Chip Pancakes. Service was excellent & efficient. Friendly also. Ambiance was an open air, outdoors type and very laid back and comfortable. Enjoyed it lots!