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    Wake Up Delicious

    4.6 (786 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    David C.

    DEC2025 Second visit to the area for us, had to bring friends to try it since we were around. Great for breakfast tho the weather wasn't the greatest at the time. Seating can be pretty limited tho it looks like they changed it a bit to fit more people outside. We were lucky to catch it as the line piled up behind us. Service helped with any questions we had. My partner and I got burritos, mine veggie hers kalua pork, along with a half order of the churro toast, coffee, and POG juice. Everything was cooked well. The burritos were still solid, everything well balanced as far as the ingredients. I wanted a bit more veggies but that's just personal preference. The churro toast was nice. It wasn't overly sweet which was surpising and it had a really nice crunch to it. Compatriots had ordered a kalua burrito and a plate to share and really enjoyed the meal. Most took a nice nap after the fact.

    Cinnamon Hawaiian Bread French Toast
    Christina Joy A.

    That Churro French Toast is something else. Drove up just to try it, had to wait 35 minutes, but it was worth it!! Also had their Kalua Pork Burrito - wasn't anything new to me, but portion size was great for the price.

    Inside counter
    Hannah N.

    My husband and I stopped by this place on a whim and boy are we glad we did!! When we walked in, we were greeted by multiple kind faces who immediately made us feel at home. We asked for recommendations and they said to share the Kalua burrito and a half order of the churro French toast. This is hands down the best breakfast burrito I've ever had and I wish I could give it 100 stars. They have three different salsas that they have made specifically for the burrito. We tried the pineapple one and it was amazing. It really elevated the flavors in the burrito. It was awesome to try such a curated salsa experience. The churro french toast was INCREDIBLE. I can't believe this is only a half order based on the amount of food we got. It was huge. The whipped cream is made in house and they do it well. The texture was amazing and it had the perfect sweetness. The churro bread was so delicious. They have coffee as well as a fridge with canned drinks. They had canned Diet Coke!! I was so happy to have a crisp drink with my breakfast. They have seating out front and the views were incredible. We originally planned to take it to go but the views made us stay and eat it. They also had a bunch of tables with stickers and handmade goodies. I could not recommend this place enough!!!

    Chicken Sausage, eggs & rice
    Debbie K.

    Checked out this place in Hanalei. Small eatery in a beach town, wooden plantation style structure. No AC. There was 1 table inside and had seating outside in the front but the sun was beating down, there is also counter seating at the back entrance and there were a few tables in the back towards the sidewalk. We sat at the counter seating and luckily there was a nice breeze that came through the small corridor that lead to the street. There is a small parking lot in the back that is shared with the other businesses. We were greeted warmly, there were baked goods like Baklava, cookies and a chiller with different Chia puddings and desserts. My Hubby ordered the Chicken Sausage, eggs and rice breakfast. Hubby said he wished the sausage was browned more, but it's your basic breakfast. I ordered the Garlic Shrimp Plate, which was ok, the garlic butter sauce was tasty, its peel and eat with the heads on, so you have to work to get your shrimp. All in all it was ok. Not sure if I would go back.

    The veg sandwich and french toast

    Devoured my breakfast sandwich! I got "The Veg" and haven't stopped thinking about it! The French toast was good, but overly sweet and sugary which is to be expected.

    Chai Mac
    Jace C.

    Wake Up Delicious was honestly one of the best food stops I had in Hawaii. I got the garlic shrimp plate, and it ended up being my favorite meal across both Kauai and Oahu. The shrimp were buttery, garlicky, and seasoned just right. The rice soaked up the juices without being soggy, which made every bite hit even better. I also tried the chai macadamia and it was really refreshing. We took the food up to Hā'ena Beach, about an 18-minute drive, and the shrimp were still hot and fresh when we got there. That says a lot about how well they prepare it. The place has a chill, local feel and the portions were solid. Definitely worth the stop if you're in Kauai. What I liked: Garlic shrimp cooked perfectly Still hot and fresh after the drive Chai macadamia was refreshing Good portions and relaxed vibe This is definitely one of my staples every time I visit Kauai.

    Ryboo
    Amber G.

    Very limited seating. Food is good. Huge portions. We honestly could have shared something. We gave a ride to 3 local boys and they said WAKE UP DELICIOUS is their favorite place to eat. They particularly love the Katsu chicken. So that's what I got. It was delicious!!! But so big I couldn't eat it all. We also got the Ryboo and while it was delicious I think they went a little too heavy on the cream cheese. Can't wait to come back and try the burrito! Saw lots of people eating the burrito and they looked so good, but also HUGE

    My breakfast
    ronadette c.

    Came here for breakfast, I ordered the cold brew mocha and the spam breakfast plate. The service was pretty quick they had outdoor seating good timing to sol up that morning sun with my coffee. The place was clean and since service was quick even though the place was small it didn't feel crowded on a busy morning.

    Breakfast burrito and half order of churro French toast
    Sherry T.

    We ate here for breakfast and were so impressed that we came back for lunch. For breakfast, we split a burrito and a half burger of the churro French toast. That was more than enough food for two people, and both were excellent. For lunch, my boyfriend ordered the chicken katsu, and I went with the garlic shrimp. The garlic shrimp was good, but it was a bit too rich for me, and it was messy as fuck to eat. The chicken katsu was perfect. They make a good macaroni salad too. Service was friendly and untimely enough. Both times we were fortunate enough to get a table and enjoyed eating and watching the passersby.

    Garlic Shrimp - $22
    Michael X.

    While visiting Hanalei, we were curious about the food options available in the area, and Wake Up Delicious looked to be highly rated, so we wanted to stop by and see what was up. We have visited this restaurant twice during our stay in Princeville, once on a Friday and one on a Monday. We missed the breakfast menu on Friday as we went in the afternoon (do note that there are two menus, and I think the lunch menu starts at 12PM. The parking lot for the restaurant is a bit small, I think it's like 8-9 spots for all of the shops that Wake Up Delicious shares with - these spots could be taken during breakfast and lunch rushes. Luckily, you can find more parking spots street side or right across the street from the lot. There is more parking but do note that all of the spots fill up rather quickly. There were lines during both visits, but the line moves pretty fast, I think we only had at most 10-12 minute wait times to get to the front to order. As other reviewers have mentioned, seating is very limited - there probably are 16 seats spread across 4 small tables and counter tops inside the restaurant, with 4 countertop seats just outside the restaurant next to the neighboring sandwich shop. It can get quite hot inside as there are lots of people and the kitchen cooking orders. We got a couple of items, which I'll review down below: Garlic Shrimp ($22) - I wanted to try the Garlic shrimp entree as many other reviewers have mentioned this item. The sauce is savory and has a delicious garlic flavor - they do give you a lot of sauce, and it goes a long way. The shrimps taste fresh and have a nice meaty and chewy texture and you get 6 of them. I think that there was slight confusion at the ordering counter as we wanted kimchi on the side, but they replaced our rice with kimchi, which was unfortunate. Churro Waffles Half Portion ($14.50) - Super crispy waffles with smothered with churro seasoning with a mount of fresh whip cream with a caramel drizzle in the middle - what's not to love about that? If you a sweet tooth, you definitely will have a great time with this entree. The hot waffle and the refreshing cold cream pair great with each other. The waffle has that nice thin crispy exterior with a soft chewy waffle interior. The flavors encapsulate the feeling of eating a wider churro perfectly. More reasonably priced as even the half portion is generous. I think this was one of the more unique items on the menu that I would come back to Wake Up Delicious for if I'm back in Hanalei. Kalua Pork Burrito ($20) - A pretty tasty burrito that is super indulgent! This burrito is filled with egg, strands of kalua pork, and crispy hash browns in the middle. The scrambled eggs and kaula pork were very hearty and it contrasts very nicely with the crispy hash browns in the middle. There is also a generous amount of cheese that glues all of the contents together. The burrito comes out whole, I sliced it in half so the cross section could be seen. As tasty as this burrito is, I think that $20 for a burrito definitely leans expensive. For Princeville, I think that the food at Wake Up Delicious is solid - generous portions that are more meant for sharing. I think that most items on the menu are pricey, but I think that is just the Princeville effect as almost every restaurant that I have seen in the downtown mall area has everything almost $5-10 over what I would expect something to cost. I think that most things on the menu here taste good, and I would skip the chocolate chip cookie. If you are in the Hanalei area, I think that Wake Up Delicious would be a decent pick.

    Gabe O.

    On our first day in Kauai, we knew we wanted garlic shrimp. A quick Yelp search led us to Wake Up Delicious in Hanalei. We had hoped to try it for dinner, but they were already closed, so we made plans to come back the next morning for breakfast. We parked in the lot across the street and walked over--no line when we arrived, which was a nice surprise. Miori ordered the garlic shrimp plate with an extra side of mac, while I went with the Hammy Sammy and a dragonfruit lemonade. We grabbed seats on the patio with a beautiful view of the mountains, and it made the wait feel like part of the experience. The food here is cooked fresh to order, so it took a little time, but that gave us the chance to just relax and enjoy the scenery. When the food came out, it was absolutely delicious and worth the wait. I enjoyed it so much I even picked up some merchandise before leaving (a trucker hat) as a souvenir. Highlights: - Garlic shrimp plate is a must-try - Beautiful mountain views from the patio - Cooked fresh to order, so plan to sit and enjoy - Friendly, casual atmosphere - Fun merch available--grabbed a hat to remember the visit. Wake Up Delicious lives up to its name. Fresh food, gorgeous setting, and a laid-back vibe--definitely a spot I'd recommend when in Hanalei.

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    Anastacia S.

    This will be our go-to breakfast spot in Hanalei. I loved the Portuguese sausage breakfast. Coffee options are epic. Things do take a while to come out of the kitchen, but it is totally worth the wait. Minimal seating options, so get there early!

    The view from the patio. Look at those mountains.
    Lisa M.

    We LOVED this place. I was craving garlic shrimp as it's a staple to Kauai. We were shopping for Hanalei merch and wanted something fast. I knew my daughter and husband would love the chicken Katsu so we shared two plates. They were each $22 which seemed high, but we paid the tourist tax. The shrimp were delectable. They came with their shell and the head still attached due to the flavor, so if you do not like that aspect, I would consider somewhere else. They had limited seating (3 tables) on the patio and a bar with stools in front of their restaurant. They had a designated parking lot right outside their restaurant which was convenient. Inside their restaurant there were Knick knacks, stickers, ceramics, snacks (chips), and soft drinks in a cooler. The people were really kind when taking our order and they draw a chill crowd.

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    Fantastic authentic Hawaiian food. Made to order so it took 10 minutes. Well worth the wait!!!!

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    Ask the Community - Wake Up Delicious

    When does this place open? We would really love to check them out before we leave....

    11:30 am

    Hi, does anyone know if they'll be open this week? I've been trying to eat here since last week but it keeps saying "closed-special hours" and they don't answer the phone. We leave the island soon and this place looks like an absolute must try. 🤤

    Chef is on vacation. Open again Tuesday 8/13. There is a sign posted in the front window of the truck.

    Are they cash only? Or will they take a credit card?

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