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    4.8 (35 reviews)
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    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Banana pudding
    Joshua N.

    This place is incredible. I ADORE the banana pudding. I literally come here for breakfast every morning I'm on island. Jessica (the owner) is amazing. And Leila is our favorite hostess. Always a bright smile, and super service. 10 out of 10 recommend!

    Loco Moco, Frittata w Kale Salad, Chickpeas Salad, Sausage Patty and Banana Pudding.
    Mrs K.

    I'm obsessed. We love Vegetate. 3rd time this month! The Loco Coco is delicious, the kale salad is so flavorful and the frittata w ube is boss! Tried the banana pudding and it took me home to my childhood. Love.

    Kale salad & tofu poke- both amazing!
    Kim T.

    What a sweet find for a vegan from Southern California on an island that tends to serve mostly non plant based food. Everyone was super nice and friendly and the food is awesome! Highly recommend this spot and hope to come back at least once before I hop on the plane back home. Namaste :)

    Even the cup is made of plants!
    Julia R.

    Home delivery was spectacular! Just as fresh and delicious as in person at Vegetate Café. Highly recommend excellent customer service.

    Loco moco
    Anshoo T.

    Cozy little vegan food joint. We got lunch and ordered pesto pasta, Huevos Rancheros, Loco Moco, Tofu Poke and the sweet potato salad. Everything was delicious. Highly recommend.

    We loved the banana pudding so much, we even got one to go to eat later

    Vegetate quickly became that place for us--the one you discover and then plan your entire day around. It was one of the only vegan restaurants on the island, and it was so good we made the 40-minute drive every single day without hesitation. Worth it. Every time. Dinner, brunch... repeat. The food is consistently incredible, creative, and deeply satisfying. And the desserts--truly unhinged in the best way. The banana pudding and chocolate pie are absolute standouts. Pro tip: add the coconut whip to the chocolate pie. This is not optional. This is a life choice. The service was just as amazing as the food--warm, attentive, and genuinely kind, which somehow made everything taste even better. If you're vegan (or just love exceptional food) and you're in Kauai, make the drive. We did it daily and would happily do it again.

    Laura K.

    LOVED getting lunch here! I visited from LA as a vegan with my non-vegan husband and this place was heavenly! I ordered the French toast with extra bacon and it was seriously the best. My husband got the coconut soup and also loved it. I also ordered the cacao coffee and it was so cute and refreshing. Super Hawaiian cute presentation too with flowers and the garden seating was super chill and relaxing. I would absolutely recommend this place to vegans and non-vegans alike!

    Tofu poke

    We stopped by here on way back from Hindu monastery and had a delicious vegan lunch. We ordered loco moco, da brunchwich, the Rancheros & tofu poke. We took the outdoor seating and did dine-in. Nice ambiance Service was pleasant & reasonably fast. Definitely recommended for vegetarians.

    Very nice dining area.
    Shahla S.

    Great new vegan place. I had the brunchwich and it was delicious. I will definitely return!

    We devoured our own food but got pix of our table neighbors. Ube Mochi pancakes, Loco Moco, Brunchwhich

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    Yay! We are so happy that you enjoyed the food. Please come again!

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    8 months ago

    Yummy food and nice people. Unfortunately, the back yard is a bit smelly, but still worth a visit!

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    4 months ago

    Food was okay, most service is online. The ambiance was nice. Very expensive though. Would I come again? Probably not.

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    Great place to go with a group of people. Very easy to order and a great variety of food and drink and desserts available.

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    The food was delicious and the employees are very friendly. The banana bread was very tasty!

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    Aloha Ana, we are so happy that you enjoyed your time with us.

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    Ask the Community - Vegetate

    Wailua Drive In

    Wailua Drive In

    4.2
    (852 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Family-owned & operated

    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.

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    Taps and Hops Eatery

    Taps and Hops Eatery

    4.3
    (238 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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    Just came from back to our room from eating at this place and all I can say is the food was really…read moregreat . We ordered the Kimchi rice , cabbage , wings , pork belly bao and sliders. The cabbage was really surprisingly good ! The Kimchi rice was flavorful , belly bao and sliders were also good . Our server was also very nice , I just cant remember her name. We got there before ethey close and still on time for happy hour and ot was all worth it . Totally will recommend.

    Sounds like a classic Kaua'i find--those "locals-packed" spots are usually where the magic is…read more Taps and Hops Eatery really does have that laid-back island vibe where time slows down a bit--"island time" is real, especially when everything's made fresh. Honestly, the wait is usually a good sign there. Your order lineup hits a nice mix: * Mandu great choice for something shareable and comforting * Korean chicken if it tasted like an ajumma made it, that's basically the highest compliment * Beef sliders can't go wrong, especially when they're "ono" That mix of Korean flavors with a casual, almost random décor (yeah, "Mexican-ish" is oddly accurate for some island spots) is part of what makes places like that memorable--kind of a cultural mashup you only really find in Hawai'i. If you ever go back, people usually rave about their: * Garlic fries * Poke-style dishes * Local beer selection Kaua'i's north shore is full of low-key gems like that, but Taps and Hops is definitely one that sticks with you

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