Went to mermaids today and got a chicken focaccia sandwich. The guy who greeted us and took our…read moreorder was super friendly. He let us know our order would be about 15 minutes and he was correct with his estimation. There was ample outdoor seating to wait at (or eat at if you choose). The sandwich itself was very tasty. The focaccia was nice and soft, however the seasonings on the top kept sticking to my fingers while I tried to eat. I loved it and would recommend this for a nice, fresh lunch. There are lots of shops, etc. in the area to also explore after you get a bite to eat from Mermaids.

Came here on a rainy day for lunch and overall had a great meal. I got the ahi focaccia sandwich,…read morewhich 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!

Excellent quality supplement and vitamin selection. They also have a great selection of organic…read morefruits, veggies, and other grocery supplies. I was shocked at how large the building is once you get inside and how well stocked it was with absolutely everything a Whole Foods or natural grocers would have.

Such a fun little grocery store -- tons of cute, unique stuff and super easy to get lost in. Love…read moretheir local products, and when they have fresh local mangoes, don't even think twice, and don't look at the price tag, grab them!

Loved the food, hospitality, and cocktails. Gay welcoming, local vibe, excellent chef!!! They…read moreabsolutely make in house or source locally. Lots of care in everything they do. Not a table restaurant, more as the name describes. A bar/deli with bar seating and high tops. Worth every penny.

Woman-owned. Delicious food. Creative cocktails. Reasonable prices. Great location. Perfect for…read morecouples- they have lots of of two-top tables plus bar seating. Only one four-top table. The best salad I've ever had? Quite possibly. Grab yourself the rainbow salad. I added marlin. Phenomenal flavors, colors, ingredients. You must try this place.

Previously stopped by to grab lunch shortly after landing in Kauai. Really great hot bar options,…read moreand it came out fast!

This is a good market and fast food grab location. The prices are some of the best in the area. We…read morereally wanted Poi and other lunch food to go but it was late. This location is located on a main street that can be very busy. Since it was late, they were closing up and packing away from the 'deli' area so we could not do any food orders. We were able to get our Poi and other food items with no issue. It is a smaller and narrow location that is deep from the front counter to the back. Best of low cost local food and to go.

After hearing all the buzz and seeing Kenji Burger featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and…read moreDives, we had high expectations--and it absolutely delivered. We started with the Furikake Fries, which were packed with flavor and the perfect way to kick off the meal. For burgers, we ordered the Hapa Burger and the Kenji Burger, and both were outstanding. The ingredients were fresh, the flavors were unique, and every bite lived up to the restaurant's reputation. The food was so good that we ended up ordering a Lobster Burrito as a second round just so we could try more of the menu. It was a great decision and did not disappoint. If you're looking for a spot that combines creative island-inspired flavors with high-quality ingredients, Kenji Burger is a must-visit. It definitely lived up to the hype.

Highly recommend calling in your order ahead of time. Parking is really limited and it can get…read morebusy. Burgers are typically really good. The hurricane fries are good. They don't add too much sauce, which is nice since the fries can get soggy. The Kenji burger is my go-to burger order. It can get a little saucy, but it's really good!

Fresh and delicious sandwiches. The lady was so nice and we chatted a bit. I recommend!read more

Our pastrami sandwiches were freshly cooked on the grill and as cheesy and flavorful as it can be…read more Friendly and very nice spirited lady running this tiny food joint. Was a bit harder to find but thank goodness for the previous reviews pointing out which (bigger) store it's next to. Highly recommend!

Everything about Java Kai is amazing! The atmosphere (at…read moreboth locations) bright clean on the inside. Friendly service. Delicious drinks and food. I LOVED the blended coffees and the sandwiches and acai bowls DELISH! For SURE get an Acai bowl when you go!

We just spent a week in Kauai and made four trips to Java Kai…read more The Mocha Maui Latte is really good. Chocolate, coconut syrup, and coffee, what's not to love? It's like drinking a Mounds bar. The breakfast burrito is really good. The blueberry muffins are so good we are taking 4 hone with us. (Only four because that's all they had left). The staff is super friendly! They are usually busy so they plan to wait a bit, but it's worth it. Free street parking was available each time we were there.

Absolutely delicious! The malasadas were made fresh right then and there, and they were incredible…read more We also tried a shortbread-style cookie (I can't remember the name!), and it was SO good. We sampled all the flavors, and honestly, every single one was delicious. Definitely a must-visit if you're in Kauai! It's a smaller establishment but they have seating outside with covers. The service was very friendly.

Uniquely kind and patient staff, especially "Auntie Shana."…read more Fairly priced pastries, with the inside looking like typical donut cafe. The UBE and POG Malasadas I tried are delicious on their own way, with the UBE being mildly sweet and wonderfully satiating and POG is nice and fruity. I didn't think it was too sweet or had too much filling at all, and I don't like donuts with fillings typically. For all these reasons, I think tourists and locals alike should try this place at least once.

Wailua Drive In is a popular Hawaiian restaurant in Kapa'a, Hawaii, known for its fresh, local…read morecomfort food like plate lunches, burgers, and katsu. Popular menu items include ahi katsu 10/10, chili pepper chicken 9/10, and Hawaii's own- loco moco (not a huge fan in general). They offer a variety of other options, including poke, ramen, and sandwiches, with convenient takeout and delivery available. It's definitely a local favorite due to its generous portions, authentic Hawaiian cuisine and friendly service. We ordered the fried chicken and poke combo with wonton chips and the ahi katsu (my absolute fav). The ahi was fried to perfection- crispy on the outside while rare and tender on the inside. The sauce on the katsu was absolutely fire!!! So good! Macaroni salad was creamy and delicious. And the rice was perfect. Obviously, you cannot visit Hawaii without having some of their poke- always fresh and delightfully tasty. The marinade was savory and packed with flavor.

First time to Kaua'i and I'm looking for some local eats. From the reviews I've read, this seems to…read morebe a popular place. GETTING THERE: It was extremely easy to find. Its right off a main road and you cannot miss it. Parking lot was a bit small, but there was plenty of parking. AMBIANCE: When I went there was plenty of seating. A bit dead, but I also did go pretty early. There were a bunch of decor of older American pop culture like Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, etc. But also Hawaiian themed decor (obviously). SERVICE: You gotta walk up to the front to order. I was approached almost immediately as soon as I walked up to the menu on the screen. The girl working was super friendly and welcoming. I made my order and she gave me a pager for when my food was ready. FOOD: I ordered the chili pepper chicken, which was recommended from the girl at the counter. My friend ordered the ahi katsu. The chili pepper chicken was good! It was crispy and extremely flavorful. It was slightly too salty for my taste, but luckily the rice does help balance it out. Some of the crispness was sacrificed for the sauce, but it was overall still pretty crispy. I loved that they used boneless chicken thigh. I was expecting bones or lots of breading but it actually had a perfect ratio. I wasn't much a fan of the mac salad. It was like a mix of mac and potato salad, but more like a potato salad. I'm not big on potato salad, so that makes sense. My friend's ahi katsu was alright in my opinion. The sauce that's on it was good and enjoyed all the flavors. The tuna was just a bit overcooked to my liking, but idk how else one would make a katsu without overlooking it too much. Maybe bread the fish and freeze it before frying? Idk man, I'm not a chef lol but the tuna would definitely be better if it was less cooked. OVERALL: Honestly, I would still come here again. I still enjoyed the meal and the service was pretty quick. Both items were both worth trying. All the flavors were there and the little things I didn't like were just personal preferences. Its a great place to pick up a lunch plate and enjoy it at the beach.

Update 1/24/26: I can't remember the last time I gave a food establishment a 2 star rating. I…read moreordered again via Uber Eats & the driver was really communicative about letting me know that they were out of the multi grain bread for my footlong tuna sandwich. Yet after I received my order, I opened my sandwich & found it to be sloppily done. Barely any pickles, olives & random TINY pieces of banana peppers... & NO provolone cheese! I had to go into my kitchen & pull some cheese out of the fridge to put on my sandwich! I did not pay $20 for this! At least they toasted it this time as I had asked in my prior delivery order, when they didn't. Excuse the darker photo. I wasn't feeling well today & had the curtains drawn at home. I rarely leave a 3 star or less review. But this review isn't about the food; food is always great here, no complaints there! This is about a KEY PART of the SERVICE. I was on the UberEats app yesterday in the process of putting an order together. I usually order the cookie box along with my sandwich & after remembering that they usually start to run out of cookies later in the day, I decided to give them a call to confirm whether they actually had certain flavors available. I tried to call in TWICE around 6pm & both times, the phone just rang & rang & rang... this is not the first time I've tried to call in either & there's no answer. Same thing has happened other times too & from there, I generally lose interest in ordering altogether, as I don't end up finding out UNTIL AFTER my order is delivered & I look in my bag, that they didn't have or were out of what I wanted. With that said, I know they're not the busiest of stores, because I've ordered at different times & I've even sat inside to eat. The store location is sort of tucked back in a corner of the shopping center with very low or slow foot traffic. Not answering the phone though, loses business & the only reason I'm giving 3 stars instead of 4, is because it's happened multiple times.

We got there meal deal. $10 for a full sub, chips, and drink. Made fresh right in front of us…read more.... best deal on the island and they were actually open where most places are closed early! Yay Subway!