Have lived on Kauai for 20 years and last night was my first dinner at the Bistro in Kilauea. I…read morewas happily surprised. The Bistro is very neighborhoody...didn't see too many folks that were tourists. Food and service were both good. We had the fish special (swordfish - cooked right and not dry as swordfish tends to be) and the beef. Both were delicious. The dining room is not overcrowded and there are several nooks so you can actually enjoy a conversations at your table.

I was really disappointed with my visit. The burger was bland and the bun was burned, which is a…read moretough combination. I'd ordered it with onion and didn't get any. What made it worse was the service--our burned out beat up server seemed checked out the whole time. Nobody came back to see how things were going or if we needed anything. The place feels more like a stanky dive bar than a bistro, which wouldn't be a problem if the food and service were there to back it up. For the price, I expected better. 2 stars because I the fries were decent and so was the ranch.

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Everything was amazing!…read more Anela our waitress was on her game! Food came out on time, and so delicious! Gabe and Ali know their stuff! Including drinks :) The vibes were set! 10/10 great job!

We loved the food , the cocktails and the people who work there are such lovely people! We loved…read moreit!

We decided to come here for a light night drink. We were dropped off and made our way to the…read morelounge. It was pretty packed but we were able to find some lounge chairs for the 5 of us. The music was great and when we walked up to bar, the servers were welcoming and very friendly. I ordered a drink for my wife, the Kaua'i Creamsicle. She really loved the POG flavor mixed with Yuzu which a small asian citrus fruit that taste like a tangerine. She said it was refreshing, Unfortunately, we arrived 5 minutes before last call so we couldn't get more drinks. For the time we spent it was fun, good music, good vibes and nice staff.

Such a nice restaurant right by the pool! We started with the kampachi and Wagyu Merguez, both were…read moredelicious! For our entrees, we got the truffle pasta and the snapper. The snapper wasn't too fishy and had a really good sauce, but I definitely enjoyed the pasta more! We ended with the chocolate dessert since we were celebrating my birthday and that was probably the best part!! So good. Service was awesome, our server was kind and attentive. I'd definitely come back for the vibes, view, and good food! The menu is a little small, but everything we tried was tasty and did not disappoint.

Exceptional service from Aleah, Hiílanií, Branden & Kyle!…read more The bartenders at Sandbox at 1 Hotel Hanalei are truly outstanding. Every time I'm there, they manage to stay calm, composed, and professional even when things get busy, while still making every guest feel welcomed and taken care of. Aleah, Hiílanií, Branden, and Kyle each bring such a warm, inviting personality to the experience. They're attentive without being overbearing, genuinely friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. You can tell they care about creating a great experience, not just serving a drink. Their ability to maintain that level of hospitality under pressure is impressive and really sets them apart. They make Sandbox feel relaxed, welcoming, and special. A fantastic team and a true reflection of the hospitality you hope for at 1 Hotel Hanalei. Highly recommend!

Comfortable inviting atmosphere off the main path is a true gem of a restaurant. We had the…read more Linguini and clams that was amazing. The pasta was cooked al dente covered in perfectly balanced light white wine and butter sauce with a touch of lemon. Clams were large and juicy that exploded on your palate.. exceptional dish! Their flat bread special won't disappoint you. Ours had marinated Mushrooms, goat cheese with red onion! A Crispy crust with just the right seasoning blends these flavors heavenly.. we added sausage for our taste buds which added a nice savory flavor. The restaurant owner circulates around to each table making sure you feel welcome and shows pride of ownership who truly cares. Seek this restaurant out for a 5 star dining experience. We will be back .

Owned by a local Kilauea woman, the chef and staff take great pride in ingredients for complex and…read moredeveloped flavors, not just what's cost effective or what will create more profit. This restaurant is run by people who love really good food and that comes through in every app, every entree and OMG don't miss the mango tiramisu. Ended up dining here three nights this week, which is to say every night we ate out instead of cooking at our rental, we came here. Small, quaint space but absolutely the best restaurant on the North shore, yes beating Barracuda by a mile.

Such a spectacular setting in a large open area. Along with incredible service and great tasting…read morefood. Our server was more than accommodating to dietary restrictions of Gluten and Dairy. The pork belly GF ramen was delicious. A small tray with 3 condiments of a flavor profile to amp up your dish to your personal liking. The poor was tender and flavorful and wasn't waterlogged. It's not a large menu but a menu that does everything largely well.

We hopped over from O'ahu for a quick weekend getaway and managed to snag a last-minute reservation…read morehere on the day of! I almost canceled after seeing a few mixed reviews online, but I'm really glad we decided to go anyway. First off - you really come here for the atmosphere and the view. It is absolutely incredible! Sitting outdoors taking in the Kauaʻi landscape is top-tier. The menu itself is pretty limited. Here's what we tried: Papaya Salad: Really refreshing and tasty, though a bit steep on the price tag for what it is. Pork Belly Ramen: good but definitely not authentic-level ramen and at $30 (even with the added spicy miso sauce) it was just okay. I probably wouldn't order it again. Sesame/Ground Pork Soup (Hubs' order): He got a dish with ground pork and udon noodles in a sesame base broth, and that one was actually really delicious! Service was stellar! Our waiter, Keoni, was super attentive, friendly, and awesome overall. While the ramen prices are on the high side for what you get, the view, service, and ambiance made it a wonderful evening out on our trip!

Tahiti Nui is a can't-miss spot on the north shore of Kauai. It's a Hanalei institution, and they…read morehave the receipts. They were even featured in The Descendants starring George Clooney. Don't think twice, just order the Mai Tai and coconut shrimp to start. Both are perfection. I had the zesty coconut crusted catch as my entree. It was really good, but next time I'm definitely trying one of their famous pizzas! If you time it just right, they have live music in the evenings.

No wait for 2 people on a weeknight at around 7 PM…read more Tahiti nui mai tai was great, and the coconut shrimp was perfect. Tsunami fries were also decent. Came for a drink and a snack and this did the trick - no need to eat full dinner here imo. 4.5 stars.

We ate dinner here a couple times while staying on the resort. The sunset views are just amazing…read more Our food came out fast and was delicious. The tropical drinks were perfect. Service was excellent! I highly recommend this restaurant.

We popped over to Happy Talk Lounge during a weekend trip from O'ahu. The location is stunning, and…read moreRylie our waitress, gets 5 stars all on her own! She was super sweet, attentive, and had amazing vibes. Calling $2 off "happy hour" might be a stretch since it's still on the pricey side, but you're paying for the scenery. My tropical mojito was about 80% crushed ice, but my husband's Lilikoi Ale saved the day. SO good I hijacked the idea and got one too! Food was middle-of-the-road: Calamari n' Shrimp: Small portion, but that horseradish dipping sauce was surprisingly addictive. Kalua Pork Sliders: 3 sliders, decent size, but average flavor. Also I was disappointed to find out they no longer serve the fish & chips I'd been eyeing on here. Bottom line: Go for the stunning view, sip on a Lilikoi Ale, and enjoy the stellar service from Rylie. Just keep your expectations light on the menu side.

Excellent dinner! Heard positive things about this restaurant in the past, and luckily for us, open…read moreafter Hurricane Lowell. A beautiful house dating back to the 1860's, it offers both inside and outside dining. We opted for outside with lots of greenery and an occasional crowing rooster nearby, but the inside dining room was lovely too. Our server, Martin, was friendly and attentive. Hubby ordered a Vintage Mai Tai which looked as good as it tasted. We shared an order of Crispy Brussels sprouts which was phenomenal: "7 spice Den- miso sauce, scallions and bubu-arare " creating a delicious and healthy dish. Hubby had the Swordish Milanese, a large portioned and beautifully prepared entree which he thoroughly enjoyed. I ordered the Campanelle Pasta, another delicious and big portioned meal with " Garlic-Caper Pecorino Crema, Pistachio, Aleppo and Lemon Zest", and took most of it home. The dessert menu looked great, but we had no room. Met the warm and hospitable owner, Joe, who welcomes his guests and was a pleasure to talk to. Also met Angel, the bartender, another fabulous employee. Please make sure to eat here: creative menu with outstanding food, and an exceptional bunch of employees to take care of you.

The dinner we had here was delicious! I had the scallops dish, the Hokkaido scallops, and my…read morehusband had the New York wagyu steak. We started off by sharing a mixed greens salad. Everything tasted so fresh and flavorful. We ended with the Lappert's Kauai ice cream pie, sharing one piece, which is out of this world delicious. I would say that I'm really only giving 4.5 stars instead of 5 because for me this amount of food is very light, although my husband did better with the steak. If you're really hungry, the portions here can be very small. Other than that, it was a delightful dinner. The chef used to work at Nobu and it really tastes like it. We ate early at 5:00 because that's all that was open for a reservation, yet we were the only 2 people in the restaurant. That's also just a bit strange. I think dining here when it's dark and candlelit would be more romantic, but I enjoyed looking around at the little house and its design and the beautiful garden surrounding it while we waited for them to open. It's also interesting to read about the history of the house and its site (it's a carefully built replica of the old original house that was here in the 1860's built by a Chinese immigrant rice farmer. Anyway, very charming. I think I'll call next time to try to get a later dinner reservation. This was one of our favorites on the trip. Service, was , of course, fast and the waiter was really nice and friendly.

Tiki Iniki was a fun, flavorful stop with exactly the kind of island/tiki atmosphere we were hoping…read morefor. I ordered the Teriyaki Burger with fries and a Lava Flow, and both really hit the spot. The burger had a great sweet-and-savory balance from the teriyaki glaze, pineapple, slaw, and shoyu mayo. It was messy in the best way, with plenty of flavor, and the fries were a solid side. The Lava Flow was also a highlight: tropical, creamy, fruity, and very photogenic. It felt like the perfect vacation drink. Overall, Tiki Iniki is a good pick if you want a casual meal, fun drinks, and a lively tiki-bar vibe. I'd definitely recommend stopping in for a Lava Flow and a burger.

We ordered the fish and chips and the zuchinni. Both wete fried with a gluten free batter. I was…read moreso excited to try ONO fish but unfortunately because both the fish and zuchinni came out a very dark brown, the fish was dry and flavorless. This establishment sits in the midst of a small shopping center with numerous other options close by. You can eat in the dinning area that overlooks the small eating area with live music. The service was fine with older staff so they were engaging. Unfortunately we came for good food carefully made and didn't get that.