Unko&#x27;s Kitchen

Loved this place! Probably one of our favorite dinners of our trip. The fish was so fresh and…read moreeverything tasted amazing!! Everyone was so kind and welcoming and I loved the outdoor seating. A casual place that is perfect for families or even a date night. We got the karage with teriyaki sauce, tuna crispy rice, otoro nigiri, hanapepe roll and the spicy tuna bomb roll. Literally would have tried everything if I could have.

I love sitting outside and the garden was so adorable. Hamatchi the cat was very friendly and sat…read morewith us before dinner. Drinks came out after the meal came, which was a bit strange- BUT everything tasted so fresh, it was worth it. They had tamari (gluten free soy sauce) already on the table which was really nice. Staff was so kind and friendly, enjoyable experience.

Outdoor garden seating

Ahi bowl. Yum!!

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Nigiri combo

Bobbie's

4.5(501 reviews)

This place is absolutely wonderful!! You will not be disappointed. Earlier in our trip, we had some…read morevery disappointing loco moco at another place. This time, we tried katsu moco, and it was absolutely amazing. This place is also near the Lilo and Stitch mural. Hanapepe inspired the town where the movie takes place.

Mahalo Bobbie! Really enjoyed the shops in Hanapepe! Cute town! And Bobbie's was a great find…read moreafter visiting Waimea Canyon! I think we ordered the #9 - Korean chicken and tempura shrimp combo with Mac salad! Mmmm It was definitely for 2 of us to share but still had to order extra Mac of course!!! Auntie was very nice and helpful. Food didn't take long at all!

Front counter at Bobbi's.

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Cute sign

Ku’ulei’s Gourmet

4.8(132 reviews)

Hands down the best place on the island to try truly unique dishes! We ended up here completely by…read moreaccident, and the place was super busy. Even so, they managed to seat and serve us within about 20 minutes, which was impressive. Ambience inside is really cozy. We ordered the ahi katsu, split pea soup with smoked tomato, an ice cream sandwich, and sushi. Everything was absolutely delicious, especially the ahi katsu - easily the standout. There was that much fish we even needed more rice! The sushi had this unreal sauce with roe on top that made it next level. Highly recommend this spot, just make sure to come before 3 pm!

LoveD the Reggie Rings but each time I get it, it's more salty than the last time. Please work on…read morethis. Service and ambiance is great+++++

Ahi katsu

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Shrimp pesto pasta

Hanapepe Garden Grill

4.0(1 review)

Home of the (BYOB) Build Your Own Breakfast. If your looking for a great breakfast meal, value and…read moreservice, Hanapepe Garden Grill is an excellent place to start your weekend. Lots of selections and best of all, you only order what you feel like. Check out the website for the complete menu.

MCS Grill

4.2(221 reviews)

0.3 mi

Food was great! Will definitely spread the word. Service was good and the dessert menu was on…read morepoint.

Great spot. Exactly what it says it is on their website. Recommend the mixed green salad. Local…read moregreens that look and taste like they just came from the garden in back.

Interior toward counter

I got like 1 bite out of the mac salad

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The exterior entrance from the parking lot

Kauai Kookie

4.1(130 reviews)

0.3 mi

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Five stars. This is for the factory store in Hanapepe on…read moreKauai. The food is prepackaged goodies offered here. The only non-pre packaged food is their flaky freshly baked Manju that you only can get here. It's ono stuff! The service is good and friendly and helpful here. Very nice! The ambiance is what you can expect from a factory store. Old school, but neat.

The cookies aren't as good as they used to. Tastes like new recipes, not as good/ flavor is not…read moreas pronounced. The guava is very lighter than the original recipe. The texture is not the same on the cookies as well. Was disappointed when I bit into them.

Assortment of cookies

Box of 6 assorted.

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Kauai Island Brewing

3.9(954 reviews)

0.6 mi

Food was amazing. Wife and I both got fish tacos. It was fresh Mahi Mahi…read more The fries were SUPER good. Fresh cut. Great service too! Our server was positive, authentic and never let us go without anything. This was a great experience.

The site of day 4's lunch, Kauai Island Brewing in the Port Allen area of Eleele is the original…read morelocation of the popular microbrewery based in the island of Kauai. My wife and I specifically came to the area to sample their beers and try their food, and found the beer to good/great while the food was OK. It opens at 11 on weekdays, and we arrived soon after, so found street parking easily. We were some of the first customers, and our choice of inside seating. The building is two stories, with the upstairs being used as an arcade (classic 80's pinball machines). The large bar is the center of the downstairs, and they sell shop memorabilia as well. Tried a 4 sampler flight (no discount for flight, just sum of the 5 oz beers chosen). Their most popular is the Lilikoi, which we had just tried at a restaurant a couple days before, so we skipped that. Instead we got: Chupa lager (Mexican cerveza which was refreshing), Wheat (which was my least favorite...kinda flat/limp with little flavor), Alaka'I Stout (my favorite, creamy and almost chocolatey), and a Sour with calamansi (which my wife liked the best, I thought it tasted like a shandy). As for food, we got two entrees. My wife got the Kalua Pork Sandwich ($22): pretty much all pulled pork sandwiches are called Kalua in Hawaii, no matter how it is made. That being said, this version was OK with the fries being very good (similar to Five Guys fries, fried in peanut oil maybe). I had my favorite: Loco Moco ($22) which was well prepared, and the white rice was good. But the beef patty was mediocre (tasted like a standard preformed food service patty from frozen...it wouldn't have stood out in a burger). The one egg was cooked well and I really liked the homemade gravy. There is a 3% credit card surcharge, and Toast is the payment processor.

Lilikoi ale

Beef Sliders & Fries

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Bar

Paco's Tacos

4.0(225 reviews)

Shrimp tacos were divine . If we were staying closer, we would have gone again. I don't know how…read morethis compares to other locations, but the tacos here were insanely good!

If you're visiting Kauai and craving authentic Hispanic food, Pacho's Tacos is a must-stop. We…read morefound it randomly while exploring, and it ended up being one of the best meals we had on the island. The fish plate was incredible -- perfectly cooked with a great blend of fresh, bold flavors that really stood out. The burrito was solid as well, packed generously and full of flavor. Honestly, it felt like I was back in San Diego with the quality and taste. If you're visiting from outside the state and missing good Mexican food, you'll definitely appreciate this spot.

Funny sign

Fish tacos

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Exterior

Marlins Quick Bite Cafe

4.7(3 reviews)

0.5 mi

Marlin's Quick Bite Cafe was exactly what we needed before our early morning plans! My husband and…read moreI had a 7:00am boat tour with Kauai Sea Tours right next door, and I was in desperate need of coffee -- thankfully, this spot came through. The coffee itself was pretty standard -- nothing extraordinary, but they offer a good variety of flavor syrups and milk alternatives, which is always nice. It definitely did the job as a quick and convenient caffeine fix before heading out. What really stood out was how convenient the location is, especially if you have an early tour nearby. The food also looked really good, and I honestly wish I had grabbed something to bring on the boat with me. Overall, a solid and reliable stop when you need something quick and easy. Perfect for convenience, especially for early morning adventures!

Stopped in for lunch and a cold brew and it did not disappoint! There are 4-5 types of poke styles…read moreto choose from and fresh local coffee. There are also little pastries and treats to choose from if you're coming in the morning. Service was quick and welcoming - ordered at the counter and ate at the little tables outside around the corner.

Banana bread cheesecake

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Kauai Ramen

3.9(246 reviews)

0.4 mi

Food came out very quickly. Hubs had a miso ramen. I ordered Combo B. The curry and rice were…read moregood. The gyoza came out last and was good. Sadly the won ton in the soup one bite it was sour so I stopped. The raspberry iced tea tasted like a hint of toothpaste. Unusual. We did our errands in Kapaa and Vet's. We ate here since it is close to our next stop, a service in Kalaheo.

Serving up authentic Japanese comfort food with a nostalgic 90s vibe, this spot is all about…read moreflavor, value, and good energy. From rich, savory curry to perfectly crispy chicken katsu, every dish is made with care and legit taste. The laid-back, old-school atmosphere makes it feel like a hidden gem where great food meets affordable prices--simple, satisfying, and always worth coming back to.