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    Puakea Grill

    4.4 (219 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Jhoana V.

    Breakfast at Puakea Grill in Kauai absolutely delivered. The chicken and mochi waffles were crispy, savory, and balanced perfectly with the syrup, while the kimchi fried rice with sunny-side eggs had great flavor and texture also gotta get that spam lol. Bonus points for the relaxed golf course setting and the surprise rooster visitor that made the whole experience feel very "Kauai." The portions were generous, service was friendly, and the open-air mountain views made it an easy spot to slow down and enjoy brunch. Will definitely comeback and try other dishes when we come back to the island.

    Side of kimchi fried rice and bacon
    Michelle S.

    Casual golf course restaurant. Plenty of parking, bright decor, clean and air conditioned. Bro had blueberry mochi waffles and ginger chicken. I did kimchi fried rice and bacon. Food came out quickly, was freshly made and tasty. Service was order at the counter and friendly. Kept the coffee refills coming...always a plus!

    Regular Locomoco w/Over easy eggs.Winna
    Rodney Mabini R.

    This an update review.We Came for brunch with some friends.We placed our orders and we requested to sit outside on there lanai.It was a breezy day but it was okay.Soon after our drinks came then our meals.For some reason one of our friends meal came really late n it was a mini Locomoco plate.I ordered the regular Locomoco n it came in a timely manner.So eventually her Meal arrived.Of course the food was is always good!..Unfortunately today the service wasn't as good.After delivering our meals no one came and asked if everything was okay and no one came to fill water.I drank some my girlfriend's water good thing she had a large soda.The only service after is when the person came out to give us our take out orders.I guess maybe they were short staffed?.Or it was BZ inside?.

    UFO's=Goteborg Sausage with rice and furikake
    Debbie K.

    My hubby and I had 2 outstanding meals while visiting Kauai and Puakea Grill was one of them! They are located on a golf course near the Costco in Lihue. Lots of parking right in front of the restaurant and they have AC! We were greeted with a smile by Keahi who was so helpful with recommendations. She knew we were locals but not from Kauai, the obvious question, "What island you from?" After talking a bit my husband and Keahi grew up in the same neighborhood... small State. Back to the food... we ordered Teriyaki Steak with Kim Chee fried rice and Spaghetti Potato Mac Salad, the Teriyaki Steak was so good, the teriyaki sauce was special, that old school taste! I ordered the Roast Pork plate which was very tasty and cut up into bite sized pieces so it was easy to eat. We had to try the fried noodles as that is what they are known for, we ordered the mini portion and it was delicious! It had the works in it! Kamaboko, green onions, spam, lup cheong...so good! We also ordered Fluffy Mochi Pancakes...crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. Everything was fresh, hot and made to order. I also ordered a Lychee Lemonade which was delicious! We also bought a bento of UFO's=Goteborg Sauasage, Rice and Furikake to take back to our hotel for snacking later. One of the other workers made sure our waters were filled and cleared dishes that were done and made sure we were ok. They have so many other items on the menu I would like to try! Nice, clean restrooms. We left with hugs from Keahi, full tummy's and that feeling of Aloha! What an AWESOME overall experience! Highly recommend this place!

    Tim H.

    Another amazing trip to the island. Always starts with lunch at Puakea Grill lunch. The staff is on point with quick service and super friendly. The tone is set to Island time vibe, dont rush

    Buffet setup for our reunion gathering
    Steve O.

    Our reunion committee chose Puakea Grill for our banquet and it was a wonderful choice. The food was delicious and the entire staff was just so friendly and accommodating. The buffet consisted of Hawaiian style fried chicken, teriyaki steak, tuna nachos, green salad, maki sushi, baked salmon, Okinawa dango, chow mein, and steamed rice. Everything was great, especially for a buffet. The price was extremely reasonable and you could go back for seconds (some even went back for thirds). It's on the grounds of a golf cart so parking was plentiful. If you need someplace to have a reunion or gathering on the most beautiful island in Hawaii, this would be a great choice. I just ask that you respect the culture of the islands and the people will be some of the kindest and welcoming people you've ever met. Unfortunately, many tourists act STUPID and exhibit disrespectful behavior. It's amazing how some people from the mainland act as if they lack common sense or I wouldn't mention this. I'm confident my Yelp friends don't do this but in case others need a reminder, please be considerate.

    Went with the furikake salmon, kimchi rice and tossed salad this time

    When did Puakea Grill become one of the best restaurants on island?? Given it a few tries and can't go wrong. Something different each time. Is it because it's woman- owned as it states on the front door?? Everything is made with love and that makes it!! Don't forget your box of chicken to go!

    Ahi poke bowl
    Wesley W.

    Puakea Grill is a great place for breakfast or lunch. Just be aware that if you dine in, the wait for your food can be over 45 mins at certain times due to priorities. The food prepared is very good. Non-golfers will frequently visit Puakea for a great meal. I recommend the Kauai Sweet bread breakfast sandwich. The sandwich comes with your choice of meat, egg, and avocado. The sauce is good too. We've had several meal selections from our numerous visits here. I recommend giving Puakea a visit if you're not in a rush.

    Veggie breakfast burrito - proud of myself for snapping a pic before I devoured it
    Kaitlin K.

    Five Stars? I'd give ten if I could!! If you're on Kauai and not eating at Puakea Grill, you're doing your vacation wrong. I stumbled upon this gem and left wondering if I should just cancel my flight home lol Let's talk food: The veggie breakfast burrito? Life-changing. I'm not saying it cured my jet lag, but I am saying I saw a rainbow after the first bite. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly wrapped--like a warm Hawaiian hug with a side of sunshine. The loco moco? Honestly, I'd island hop just to eat it again. The gravy alone deserves a Michelin star and possibly its own Instagram account. The vibe? Immaculate. Clean, welcoming, and full of that laid-back aloha energy you hope to find. The staff? Phenomenal. Kind, efficient, and genuinely happy to be there--which made us happy to be there. Service was faster than expected and so friendly, thank you so much ladies! We left full, smiling, and already planning our return. Puakea Grill, you have officially become the main character of our Kauai trip. See you next time... because we will be back. Probably tomorrow! Much mahalos!

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    Judy C.

    Looking for a quick breakfast place before heading out to the airport. Wanted to get a fix of Portuguese sausage. This restaurant is located on the golf course so it can get busy. Will definitely be back.

    Side mochi pancakes
    Mel Y.

    Really chill nice place. Plenty of seating on a Sunday morning. They did say they were short staffed and the food would take a while but it's a nice environment to chill and three different sports were on. The mini loco was pretty good and the mochi pancake and waffles were also cooked well and fluffy. Nice kind staff, lots of items to choose from, overall a great stop for locals and visitors.

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    Fantastic food and people . We had a party of 8. Just arrived from Oahu. The last time I was here was 2018. Mahalo nui loa.

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    We had breakfast/lunch. All the food was very good! Staff was super nice, and very attentive. Would definitely come back!

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    Rob's Good Times Grill - Bulgogi bowl and a draft Modelo...  so chronic..!!!

    Rob's Good Times Grill

    4.1(823 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    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.

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    Kaua’i Diner - Banana lumpia with vanilla ice cream

    Kaua’i Diner

    4.3(244 reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    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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    Hualani's - Fresh beets

    Hualani's

    4.4(437 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$$

    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.

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    Whole fried Kampachi - appetizer for entree

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    Smitty’s Smash Burger

    Smitty’s Smash Burger

    4.9(93 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Wow this was such a great burger place!…read more Came in on a thursday around 5pm and it was a little quiet. The bartender girl was sweet and working hard :). As for the burgers... amazing!! Absolutely no complaints! The bun so light and soft, patties cooked to perfection, and the cheeseeeeeeeee so good. Onion rings were big which is a GREAT thing! Perfectly breaded and fried. Extremely crispy! :) I believe the gentlemen that came by and asked if everything was tasting great was the Chef, and for that I appreciate! Thank you Smitty's.

    Aloha, we were amazed at Smitty's Smash Burger!!! First off,…read morethey have moved from their food truck to Nawiliwili Tavern on Paena Lp. The Tavern setting is quite unique with a large dining area with a feeling of the old days gone by. The staff (Alex "Host/Bartender" and Brian (Chef/Smoke Roaster" were very friendly and made us feel welcomed and knew their history of both the food truck and tavern. The food was absolutely delicious, we had smash burgers like none other!!! My Kaua'i Smash Burger was the perfect Hawaiian blend of Kalua pig, grilled pineapple, bacon, cheese, Kaua'i beef blend and Hawaiian style BBQ sauce. It was a jaw breaker with a recommended extra patty added along with outstanding waffle fries. My wife went with the Smittyaki Smash Burger which also had an amazing blend of teriyaki sauce, onions, mushrooms, cheese and a Kaua'i beef blend patty and onion rings! In conclusion, you can not go wrong with your decision to dine at this wonderful piece of paradise.

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    Uncle D’s BBQ - Pulled pork sandwich

    Uncle D’s BBQ

    4.8(89 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Talk about the Aloha Spirit!…read more I'm only in town for the day until our ship leaves this afternoon. Walking through the town of Lihue I found this store and wouldn't you know it! They have exactly what I was hoping to find somewhere, Disc Golf equipment! Then I find that the store is closed today! This is a shared operation with a Barbecue business and the other half being Disc Golf. Well, it turns out that staffing issues had occurred and the only one staff member there was running the barbecue. Bummer. The Mrs ended up knocking on the closed doors and the proprietor came to see what she wanted. She explained I was hoping for some discs for my son who is an avid player, and as luck would have it, he stopped cooking long enough to help me purchase a couple of discs! Oh man that was so cool, plus he knew his stuff and helped me pick out two top quality discs. I got two drivers. One initial driver and a custom design fairway driver that they designed! At 171 for their custom disc, and 167 gr. for the other, these two will be seeing some use when we hit the mainland. While we're doing this, ah, the smell of the food started wafting over, but he was not nearly ready yet to start serving. I appreciate so much how this gentleman went out of his way to help a tourist pick out some gifts, when clearly he needed to be in the other side of the business managing his barbecue. Thanks Uncle D's You Rock!

    Located in a small retail space on the first floor of the Harbor Mall, Uncle D's BBQ is a…read morecombination BBQ, retail beer, and disc golf equipment retailer. My wife and I were staying very close by, so we made it a point to visit it during our week long stay in Kauai. The concept and beer selection was great, but the food tasted no different from what one would get from a cafeteria. It's important to check their hours when their food is offered, since it differs from their open hours. Currently food hours are 10:30 - 14:30, W-Sa (opening one hour earlier on Saturday). We came on Friday, and walked around the mall until their kitchen opened. It wasn't too busy yet, so was able to order and pay. While waiting, added two cans of alcohol, at which time the food was ready. Brought everything out to the common outdoor tables that can be used for dining. There is a large choice of local beers in cans, and we chose two: Lanikai Brewing Company's Pualani Sour Ale ($6) and Paradise Ciders (Honolulu HI)'s Lei'd Back Lilikoi ($3.50). Both were good, and would absolutely use this store to buy local beers to take back home in the future. Both of us love brisket, so got the brisket sandwich a la carte for $18.99, and added a side of cole slaw ($3) and Mac Salad ($3). It was a medium sandwich to begin with (used a hoagie type soft bun), but with so much bbq sauce mixed with the chopped brisket, it became more of a bbq sauce sandwich. The sauce itself was good, and the chopped brisked seemed OK, but the ratio was way off. The sides were OK with small portions. For $24.99, should have gotten better...even in a tourist area of Hawaii.

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    Shared outdoor dining area

    Uncle D’s BBQ - Pulled Pork Sandwich with macaroni salad & my Fav Kale Salad

    Pulled Pork Sandwich with macaroni salad & my Fav Kale Salad

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    Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai - Key lime pie

    Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai

    4.0(2.6k reviews)
    6.7 mi
    $$

    The food was the best we ate while on the island. The service was excellent and the view is amazing!read more

    Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai…read more New American, Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch Kapaa, HI What a charming, fun restaurant right on the beach with such great ambiance!! The service was outstanding from the hostess, bar tenders, chefs and our wonderful server, Kapua!! She was so friendly and always checked on us without being intrusive. We have been on the island for 6 nights. Each evening we have tried Mai Tai's. Lava Lava's are by far the best!!! They are not too sweet and a good pour! We got there early as the other reviews said it gets crowded and they do not take reservations. We arrived at 5 pm on a Wednesday and were seated right away closest to the beach. For our starter we had edamame which was a large portion and so good. My husband ordered the Chicken Pineapple Rice Bowl and substituted the chicken for the coconut shrimp. The rice was AMAZING as well as the shrimp, but our only complaint was the portion was very small and was served with only 3 shrimp. The picture looks like you get a lot, but it came in a carved out SMALL pineapple. The presentation was beautiful though. I had the Ceasar salad and added chicken. It was so good!!! The lettuce was so crisp! Nothing worse than a Ceasar salad with wilty romaine lettuce. I've had plenty of those in my day. This was one of the best I've ever had! Everything arrived in a timely manner. We had a great night. Side note...they offer free valet parking which is at the very top of the parking lot. I have nothing but high praises for Lava Lava's beach club!! You must check it out for yourself. You will be so happy you did!

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    Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai - Chowder, appetizer and nice glass of St Michele Riesling.

    Chowder, appetizer and nice glass of St Michele Riesling.

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    Lilikoi Bar and Grill - Kalua Pork Sliders

    Lilikoi Bar and Grill

    3.7(660 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    I think my favorite loco moco on the island…read more Very much a no frills diner, fast service, and great food. Located in an outdoor mall surrounded by a bunch of businesses, shops, and bar. Across from here is a beach and outdoor activities, so you can definitely start your day here and explore the surrounding area for the day.

    It was our last day on Kauai and we needed to check out of our room by 10:00. With a 21:30 flight,…read morewe had a lot of time to kill, so decided to go back to the Harbor mall to find a place to eat. We ended up choosing Lilikoi Bar and Grill on a late Sunday morning. The service was OK, with the food being OK. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor of the mall, and was fairly hopping when we stopped in. We got lucky and got assigned a window table. The food as a whole was OK, with tourist prices. The Kalua Pork Sandwich ($20) was served on buttered texas toast and came with deeply battered french fries. The strawberry milk shake ($9) was not good: tasted ice in it which didn't make sense since it was marketed as a MILK shake. The edamame appetizer ($11) was a good beginning and we used that as our base. I got a bowl of the seafood chowder ($16) and it was a generous amount, very thick with plenty of clam and fish pieces, and it tasted good. Service was OK and we paid at the table using our credit card (no credit card surcharge here).

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