The restaurant itself is absolutely stunning. We were celebrating a special occasion, so I booked Table 42, which is its own little private hut with the most beautiful view of the water and koi fish. It is definitely on the pricier side, especially for just two people, but honestly, it was completely worth it. Even though we were a little separated from the rest of the guests, the staff checked on us constantly, and our food and drinks came out in a timely manner. Our waiter was also so sweet and made the experience even more special. He offered to take pictures of us together throughout our time there, which I really appreciated. Everything we ordered was delicious. The ube rolls are still something me and my husband talk about to this day! You really can't go wrong with this restaurant. I mentioned that we were celebrating a special occasion, and they referred us to their bakery department for a cake. My husband loves carrot cake and cheesecake, so we decided to go with a carrot cake cheesecake, and WOWWWW. It was honestly one of the best carrot cake cheesecakes we've ever had! I had no idea how the cake was going to turn out since I'm not a local, had never eaten at this restaurant before, and had never been referred to their bakery/restaurant. I kind of went into it completely blind, but I couldn't have asked for a better experience. They seriously blew me away! read more

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From the moment you walked in everyone was so polite and kind. The food selection was great. The food was amazing! Even the drinks we had also were great. If you are looking for a place to have a nice time and a great meal this is it. The decor and the ambiance were also great. We got seated near the pond and it was great. read more

Tidepools - Pasta - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

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Wow, the bread here was insane. I have never finished even one piece of bread at a restaurant before, but here I ate two. Server was so friendly and gave us an extra refill of bread and even some to take home?! Insane level of service!! Crab cakes were delicious, crispy on the outside and a ton of crab. Both dishes were ordered were amazing (ribeye was very well done esp when compared to the steak we had on property for breakfast) and the hawaiian catch shrimp, lobster, and scallop were so tender. Swordfish was just ok but that's to be expected. Great views with plenty of koi too, of course! read more

Tidepools - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

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Dined here for my husband and I's one year wedding anniversary and enjoyed the overall atmosphere and all of the dishes we tried from start to finish! Garlic Ube Bread - warm and soft. They were good but lacked ube flavor...still really good rolls though Lava Flow - light on alcohol, perfectly sweet, and just an overall delicious drink Garlic Pomme Frites - fried perfectly and held up well and didn't get soggy fast. Nice and crisp, thick cut, garlicky, and definitely a fulfilling appetizer on its own--they give a generous portion Hawaiian Catch - this is their top menu item according to our server and it did not disappoint. If you're a seafood lover, you get to try a little bit of everything--fish, lobster, shrimp, and scallop paired with sweet potato and broccolini. All of the seafood was prepared well, tasted fresh, and didn't have a rubbery texture. Prime Ribeye - cooked perfectly and was seasoned well. Overall, it was a nice juicy steak and I enjoyed the butter on top Molten Chocolate Lava Cake - moist, chocolate-y goodness! Welcoming and friendly service, loved the vibes, and being surrounded in a koi fish lagoon. Reservations are recommended! This is definitely a must-try when in Kauai especially if you're staying at the Grand Hyatt! read more

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Such a cool and beautiful setting at the Grand Hyatt , surrounded by water and lush tropical scenery. We had the Hawaiian seafood special and it was absolutely to die for. We also had dessert to celebrate our anniversary, which made the whole experience extra special. The food was excellent, but the atmosphere is what really makes this place unforgettable. read more

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Big thanks to my wife for jumping on an opportunity to attend a conference at Grand Hyatt Kauai. After booking, I jumped on OpenTable to reserve Tidepools and luckily snagged one during our time here. Tidepools is absolutely a must-visit! Whether it is for the experience of dining on the water, upscale foods, or kind service, you have to splurge for at least one night on vacation! We had been to Tidepools together a few years ago, pre-kiddo, but this recent time was memorable thanks to the kind wait-staff. They had crayons for our little one, allowed us to walk around and view the fish nearby, and supplied us with delicious and fresh ube rolls, which our toddler loved (so much so that we had to take her actual kid's meal to-go). I ordered the Tai Chi, which is their version of the Mai Tai, and it was solid - great balance, and I almost ordered another one, but our little one was tired. To eat we got an appetizer of scallops, which was amazing - slightly sweet crust and juicy inside. My main dish was the ribeye, which was tender, cooked to my liking, and larger than I expected. Overall our best meal thus far during our Kauai trip, and if I had the income, would definitely eat here more than once per trip! read more

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My husband and I visited Tidepools for appetizers and drinks late Friday evening, 8/21, during a little date night while visiting Kauai. We loved the experience so much that we came back two nights later, on 8/23, and brought our kids and their grandparents for our final dinner on the island. Tidepools is located at the Grand Hyatt Kauai, and the entire property is absolutely gorgeous. The lush tropical landscaping paired with the ocean views honestly looks like something straight out of a travel catalog. You hear the waves in the background, everything feels peaceful and relaxing, and then you arrive at Tidepools and somehow the restaurant takes the setting up another notch. For our family dinner, we sat beside an open area with tiki torches and beautiful open koi ponds directly next to our table, with the fish swimming right beside us. It made the experience especially magical for the kids. Everywhere you look reminds you that you are in the middle of a tropical paradise. It is incredibly romantic and peaceful, but what surprised me was how wonderful it was with our family as well. Our kids--even the toddlers--were smiling and enjoying themselves, and we genuinely had the best time. And the food was incredible! We started with the hamachi sashimi and loved it. The fish was incredibly fresh and the slices were nice and thick. We also ordered the lamb chops both nights because they were THAT good. The flavor was phenomenal, and I kept dipping them back into the sauce they were served with because I couldn't get enough of it. Both nights the chops came on the rarer side, and our server explained that this is intentionally how the restaurant prepares the dish. So if you prefer your lamb closer to medium, I would recommend mentioning it when you order. They were very accommodating and prepared them exactly as requested. For our main course, we had the Hawaiian Catch, and every bite was cooked perfectly. There were so many different flavors on the plate, yet everything worked beautifully together. The Molokai sweet potatoes--the purple sweet potatoes--were probably my favorite surprise of the meal. Absolutely delicious. The entrée portion was generous, although I wouldn't consider it large enough to share. Our kids can be pretty picky eaters, but they loved the kids' teriyaki. They also each ordered a different smoothie, which meant I naturally had to taste-test almost all of them , and every single one was delicious. For cocktails, I enjoyed Tidepools' take on the Mai Tai, but I also discovered a new favorite: the Lychee Martini. So good. We came to Tidepools expecting a romantic date-night spot and ended up loving it enough to return with our entire family just two days later. That probably says more than anything else I could write. Beautiful atmosphere, wonderful food, and one of those dining experiences that truly feels like Kauai. Tidepools was the perfect place to spend our last evening on the island, and we would absolutely return. read more

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Incredible food in an incredible space. Everything was delicious. I had an excellent seat by the Koi Pond and the service was immaculate. read more

Tidepools - Short Certified Angus Slow Roasted Prime Rib - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

Perfect for date night, visiting, celebration, or just to go! Definitely make reservations ahead of time. Service: 5/5 really good service from person who greets you to the chefs when you pass by. Food: very yummy and still thinking about the food now! Ordered the filet mignon and I would order it again. Top of with lava cake was amazing! We finished everything and no leftovers. Parking: they do validate the parking for you read more

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The ambience is really cool. The food is above average. On the island it's probably the best. The service was average. The manager, Amanda was very helpful and kind. The vegan food is such a bummer because they don't execute it right. The pad Thai had cold tofu on it. Nothing is more annoying to me than when a restaurant has vegan options and they aren't good. The crème brûlée was so good. read more

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One of the best dining experiences I've ever had. The koi fish pond really adds to the ambiance. Server was generous and attentive. Meat was cooked to perfection! read more

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I ate here twice during my stay and loved the food! My favorite was the coconut crusted scallops--I'm still thinking about them months later. The hamachi sashimi, kalbi ribs, and ribeye were also great. Service was always attentive and great! read more

This place reminds me Ruinas Del Mar at HR Aruba from the koi ponds and great view into the resort. Awesome Ambience and decor. Loved it. They also have a large bar with tables to dine as another option if you didn't have any reservations. Our waiter was fine and his assistant sure stopped by a lot to refill waters, pick up dirty plates, and replaced the table light, when it went out. The food was really good and their ube bread was to die for. We had to try their galbi and the quality of meat was so good and flavorful. I had their spicy fish, Togarashi spiced Opah, and boy was it spicy!!! I think our waiter put down extra spicy in the receipt. Ugh. This the four star rating. My wife's dish, Hawaiian catch, was stellar. We were too full to eat dessert. read more

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Thought I was still gonna be hungry but Tidepools surprised me! Ambiance was quite serene. Ultimate Hawaii experience as we had the ocean (not as close) on one side and large koi splashing in a pond on the other. Service was exceptional :) Appetizer: Scallops 10/10 Mains: - macadamia crusted mahi mahi: 9/10 - could've definitely used more acidity. Had to ask for a lemon! - Hawaiian catch: 10/10 Drinks: 10/10 read more

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We came here twice on our family vacation to Kauai. We weren't staying at the Grand Hyatt, but our rental house was a short walk away. Our first time here was a date night for my wife and I. We had a 5:30 reservation. We arrived early and ordered some drinks at the bar. I got their Aloha Old Fashioned which is an Old Fashioned with a tropical twist and my wife had a Raspberry Lemondrop. The drinks were great. The ambiance of this place is top notch. All open air underneath tropical hut type structure with water all around and resort views. It's perfect. Food wise we split a Scallops appetizer. Very Good. For our entree we split a steak (filet), shrimp,and lobster combination. The food was excellent. Steak was cooked perfectly, and had a compound butter/red wine demi. We split items as we wanted to save room for dessert. My wife usually is limited in choices because she can'thave gluten, but they had a number of items on the dessert menu marked gluten free. We ordered the Coconut Cream Cheesecake and the Molten Chocolate Cake. Both were amazing. They also had a Macadamia Nut Creme Brulee marked gluten free as well. Great Job having those options. Our second visit was just for dessert and drinks with our kids as we wanted to bring our kids because two of them also can't have gluten, so we wanted to let them enjoy all the gluten free desserts. Our service on both nights was perfect. Price Wise definitely expensive but not as bad as some high-end steakhouses in other places I've been too. Only 26 dollars to add lobster to your steak in a place like this seems like a major win. Great experience and I would definitely return the next time I'm in Kauai. read more

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Very delicious! Their pad Thai was amazing and so was the rice dish- we went veggie options tonight just since we hadn't been eating many veggies since we got here and it was one of the better meals we've had. The setting is also awesome over the lagoon. Great experience. read more

This was a beautiful place to eat! The service was great and the food was good. The taro rolls were my favorite part! For our food we got the Hawaiian catch, the macadamia crusted mahi, and two kids meals. They were all yummy. I think what keeps it from 5 stars is the extremely high price tag. I think you are paying the premium for the resort and the atmosphere, which is fine, but the food itself is not worth the very steep price tag (around $65+ for an entree and $20 for cocktail). For a family of five, you could easily spend $400. This was a nice one time meal but we wouldn't go back due to the price tag and the food not up to what it costs. Because of the price, I would caution families to look at the menu ahead of time before dining. You can find the same/better food off resort without the resort price tag. read more

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The ambiance wasn't as beautiful as their website pictures show. It was very misleading. The Mai Tai's were the very best we had over our 9 day trip. Not too sweet and a good pour! The service was very good. The rolls that people rave about were not close to what people stated. They were average at best. We split the rib eye dinner which was the worst we have ever had. The Malasadas donuts for desert were the best part of the meal. So delicious!!! If you want a great place with ambiance and great food go to Duke's. For Tidepools, I would only go back for the Mai Tai's. read more

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We were greeted at Tidepools with an enthusiasm and level of hospitality that was unmatched. My girlfriend and I had been on the hunt for a blue cheese olive martini, and the staff actually went out of their way to personally escort us to the restaurant to make sure we found one. That level of service immediately set the tone for the evening. The appetizers were to die for, and our entrées were exceptional. What really made the evening stand out, though, was the service. From the bartending staff to the waiters and management, everyone went above and beyond to make sure we were well taken care of throughout the entire experience. A special shoutout to the manager and the entire Tidepools team for making an already beautiful dinner that much more memorable. This was easily one of the highlights of our time in Kauai, and we absolutely look forward to coming back! read more

Tidepools - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

Amazing service and delicious food! Came for late birthday dinner with the fam and had a great time. The taro rolls were great, I inhaled 2 right when they got to the table. We did family style and got the lamb chops and scallops for apps, both were finished within minutes. Got the Hawaiian catch, opah, and ribeye all cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly. For dessert, we got a nice plate of malasadas, chocolate lava cake, and ice cream with the fixings as a birthday treat. Thank you so much to our waiter! I'd definitely come back when on the island. Everyone was very friendly and the atmosphere was so laidback and relaxed. If you dine there, you do get validated parking* read more

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Came here for dinner and it was excellent! As we were waiting to be seated, I saw a pan of delicious looking SOMETHING sitting right outside the kitchen window, and was immediately intrigued. Turns out, it is their complimentary bread. Those ube Parmesan rolls are to die for. When a basket came while we were still perusing the menu, I ached to blast through five baskets of it and really had to hold myself back because otherwise how would I eat anything off the actual menu?? But really, warm, soft bread -- amazing. Review would have been 4 stars, but the bread garners an extra star. I ordered the Hawaiian Catch which apparently is their most popular dish. It includes a sampling of grilled seafood--a jumbo shrimp, scallop, lobster tail, and daily fish (it was swordfish, but I couldn't eat it due to pregnancy so they substituted with mahi mahi for me). This is over purple sweet potato and broccolini. It was delicious! Very much enjoyed being able to try multiple different seafood items. The fish was not as tender as I'd like, but everything else was good. The sweet potato and broccolini were good sides to the seafood--both yummy and not too salty. Their dessert options looked so good, but I was totally stuffed and couldn't try any. read more

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This place was ok. We came here for our anniversary and the setting was perfect. Our server was also really nice and friendly. We typically like to share things since we don't eat a lot. We got 2 appetizers (crab cakes and lamp chops) and our main to share was Hawaiian catch. Our server had mentioned since we were sharing, if we wanted to split it into 2 plates. We said yes only to find out on our bill, it was an additional $15 to do so. I don't think we got any more food than if it was served on one. That was a bit disappointing as we have shared things at different restaurant before and never got a surcharge. It was also never mentioned. The food overall was okay, the crab cakes and the crème brûlée was our favorite. We will probably try other places in the future. read more

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Amazing atmosphere- absolutely beautiful and romantic- it's in the Grand Hyatt Resort which is where we stayed. This restaurant is one of the best places to eat while on the south side of Kauai. The service is outstanding, prompt and very well versed in their food suggestions. We had the crab cakes- mostly crab and the best I've ever eaten anywhere including Monterey and Carmel in CA. The entree Hawaiian Catch was superb- a combination of shrimp, scallop, lobster, and white fish on a bed of sweet potato and asparagus. It was outstanding. My husband had the rib eye steak- another outstanding delicious dish. Overall, a definite "do" while experiencing an exciting enticing place to remember. A must! read more

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Let's just say the best part of the meal was the complementary bread: buttery fresh bread rolls swirled with taro -- Should've grabbed the rolls and left. We had the Tofu Pad Thai and the Hawaiian catch as our main entrées. Normally, I find pad Thai quite addicting; but didn't even want to finish this version. It did have a slight spice kick to it, but otherwise it wasn't that flavorful- the dish was a bit too wet with soppy vegetables and locked peanut flavor, which should be a highlight of the dish. The Hawaiian catch came with lobster fish, and a scallop and a shrimp. A fish was the driest cut of fish. I've had all week on the island, the rest of the seafood was alright . They do have a Keiki menu with beef, shrimp, and chicken options- my son's beef Keiki meal was better than our adult entrees ! Service was attentive. Ambience is lovely the restaurant floats on top of the Koi fish ponds and you can see the ocean. I would not make a special trip here if you weren't already staying at the grand Hyatt read more

We just had our favorite meal of the trip at Tidepools--and honestly, it may have been one of the best dining experiences we've ever had. Every dish we ordered was absolutely delicious, and the ambiance is stunning--nestled beside a peaceful koi pond with that perfect blend of elegance and island charm. The service was truly top-notch. Our server was attentive without ever being intrusive. My water glass never dropped below half-full--he must've come by at least five times during our two-hour dinner, always with a friendly attitude and genuine hospitality. It made us feel so well cared for. This was our first time visiting Kauai, and our dinner at Tidepools will absolutely be one of the memories we carry with us. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a special night out! read more

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This was our second visit in two years to Tidepools. We left both times saying it was the best meal of our Hawaiian vacation. We are big fans of the show "The Bear"--dining at Tidepools is the closest we have been to experiencing that level of service. Our server was phenomenal--she immediately wished us a happy anniversary, offered to take our picture, and provided recommendations. Drink glasses were never below half full and plates were promptly cleared. The Crab Cake appetizer was divine. Full of crab instead of fillers with an amazing sauce. The Hawaiian Catch was delicious--cooked to perfection and a sampling of so many wonderful seafood delicacies! We were treated to the malsadas for dessert and they were just as tasty as we remembered them years ago--good luck choosing your favorite topping! The location is top notch and we enjoyed a stroll around the beautiful resort after dinner. Highly recommend if you are staying in the Po'ipu area! read more

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The food was great as was the seating. We really enjoyed their wine list, which was underrated. read more

Tidepools - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

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I was very impressed with Tidepools. The setting is very pretty and the service was on point. We were celebrating a milestone birthday and reserved table #42 which has a separate area over the pond. This is the most requested table, it accommodates up to 6 people and has a $450 food and beverage minimum. Everything we ordered was fresh, well prepared, beautifully presented and flavorful. The bread they give you at the start of the meal is to die for! I personally loved the Hawaiian Catch, the scallops and the Hamachi. They brought a chocolate cake with ice cream for the birthday person and it was absolutely delicious! It is a splurge experience for sure but worth it. read more

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We were a tour group of 30, but everything on the menu was available to us. Hubby said the lamb chops were so good. I had the Hamachi appetizer and the pork shank. Both were generously portioned and tasty. We were so full we really didn't have room for dessert. Service was attentive and friendly. read more

On our last night of our honeymoon we decided to eat at Tidepools restaurant and it did not disappoint one bit. Every drink, app, entree and dessert hit the spot. What made our dinner even more special was our server braddah Kylen. He was very kind, friendly, and personable. We've lived on the mainland for over 10 years and he made us feel right at home. His aloha is what made our night. If we're ever back on Kauai we'll definitely make an effort to stop at this restaurant read more

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Out of all the places we had dinner this was our favorite!! Great service & the food & drinks were amazing (best Mai Tai on the island!!). They sat us at a table near the water & as the sun set it was absolutely gorgeous!! After dinner we walked around the grounds... what a beautiful hotel & restaurant!! Highly recommend!! read more

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We had dinner reservations for our anniversary here & it was amazing. First of all, the Grand Hyatt on its own is gorgeous. It was nice to walk off dinner by checking out the property. The complimentary garlic taro rolls were soft & tasty. For starters, we got the hamachi sashimi which was good. The Hawaiian catch was amazing, came with lobster, shrimp & a scallop. Plenty of food & their purple sweet potato mash was great. Service was great from start to finish. It was sweet of them to give us dessert for our anniversary, the molten lava cake was delicious. Loved the ice cream with it. read more

Tidepools - Walk after dinner - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

I believe the high ratings are for the ambiance and service, food wise it was average. Some of the dishes did not merit the price point. Ribeye was not tender, the vegetarian pad thai had no flavors, but surprisingly the standout was the fried chicken dish. I know, who would spend $50 on fried chicken, but it was super juicy and flavorful. If you want tasty flavorful dishes go try Eating House 1849 instead. read more

Tidepools - Fried chicken - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

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We wanted one nice meal out in Kauai and were so happy to have gone to Tidepools. I made a reservation for me and my boyfriend about a month in advance and were able to snag a table for 6PM on a Monday. I was so amazed at the restaurant interior, all of the tables were surrounded by "Tidepools". From the look of it seemed like they could fit all sized groups. Food (5/5): We wanted to try a variety of dishes, so we ordered the Kalbi ribs, the roasted vegetable medallion, pomme frites, and the Tidepools housemade pasta. Funnily, the fries were our favorite dish we ordered because of how crispy and thick they were. My boyfriend really enjoyed the free bread, so much that we ordered two servings of it. Service (5/5): Our server was friendly and patient as we took a long time to figure out what we wanted to eat. Ambiance (5/5): This may be the main reason why you should come here. The decor and the restaurant set up. There's a tidepool in the middle of the restaurant and you feel like you're immersed in the ocean. Super peaceful and romantic. read more

Our dinner was very good. We had the Opah fish. It was delicious! It's a great resort where the restaurant is and the view was fantastic. They have complimentary valet while you eat dinner. Our service was very good. read more

Loved this place. Probably one of the best steaks that I have ever had, and the service was great. Inside of the restaurant is also cool and has a nice aesthetic. Only downfall is that it's very pricy, but in my opinion, worth it. read more

Tidepools - Ribeye - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

We have had so many amazing food experiences on Kauai over the years, and our anniversary dinner at Tidepools might be at the top of our list. We've been to Kauai 6 times, but this was our first time to Tidepools, and I wish we'd gone sooner. Our server, Kylen, was da best! He knew it was our anniversary and made sure we had a great experience the entire evening. First, the taro dinner rolls with garlic butter and cilantro were the best dinner rolls we've ever had, and after telling Kylen, he made sure we left with a few extras to-go. We then shared a fresh salad, which was all grown in the Hyatt's own garden. For entrees, we ordered the mac nut crusted mahi mahi with molokai sweet potato mash and the togorashi spiced opa with blue crab fried rice... They were perfect! And finally, knowing it was our anniversary, Kylen created a special dessert for us which included malasadas with dipping sauces (chocolate, caramel, and lilikoi raspberry) and ube "cannolis" drizzled with chocolate and coconut. That dessert made us so happy. Everything we ate was delicious!!! Mahalo, Kylen and the Tidepools team!! read more

Tidepools - Our amazing anniversary dinner! - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

We dined on 3/23/26 for my birthday. We were asked upon being seated, if we were celebrating anything, and when they realized it was my birthday, they brought out a round of sparkling wine! Derek with a beard (I have to differentiate because there was another server named Derek working that night) was our server and he was phenomenal. We were treated like royalty, the food was fantastic, and everyone in the front of house to include the manager and busers had excellent communication and our meal was seamless. The ambience is fun and romantic and relaxing. We ordered crabcakes, french fries, a salad, the fried chicken, the seared Ahi, and a vegetarian dish. All we're great and came out cooked too perfection. Overall, we had a great meal, in a relaxed and inviting environment, and the service was impeccable. Phoenix was the buser in our section and he was very friendly and present throughout our entire meal. The manager stopped by more than once, and everything was timed perfectly throughout our dinner. We have already told multiple people what a great experience we had and will certainly be back! read more

Very romantic setting especially if you are over the water. The waiter had great advice on what to order and the fish is fresh daily. Sometimes it's hard for me to order as I'm dairy free ( not by choice). Sometimes that left me with chicken. read more

Tidepools - Dining in the lanai room. - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii

We visited Tidepools while staying at the Grand Hyatt in Poipu, and it was truly one of the highlights of our trip. The ambience is stunning -- you're surrounded by water, tropical plants, and you can actually watch the fish swim by as you enjoy your meal. It feels peaceful, romantic, and so uniquely Hawaiian. I ordered the filet steak and my husband had the ribeye. Both were cooked perfectly and absolutely delicious -- some of the best steaks we've had in a long time. The staff also found out it was my husband's 45th birthday, and they surprised him with ice cream and a lava cake to celebrate. Such a thoughtful and sweet touch that made the night even more special! I totally recommend this beautiful restaurant -- from the food to the atmosphere to the service, everything was exceptional. read more

Tidepools - Beautiful view! Forgot to take pictures of our yummy steaks and bread - Seafood Near Me - Poipu, Hawaii