I thought I knew what an açaí bowl was... then I came to ʻIwacaʻi. This place completely changed…read morethe game for me. The bowl was incredibly fresh, cool, refreshing, and packed with flavor in every bite. You can tell every ingredient is thoughtfully chosen and combined with intention. All natural, healthy, and something that actually leaves you feeling good after eating it. Renato, the owner, is a genuinely kind and welcoming guy, and meeting his son showed that the good energy runs in the family. Great people, great vibes, and an unforgettable treat. Now I'm thousands of miles away still craving it. That should tell you everything. If you're in town, this is an absolute must-have.

Tasty, fresh pitstop on the way to Princeville. Owner was kind and very clear on wait time…read more They're working hard in that lil' shack to make some of the freshest açaí flavors you'll ever have. Update: this was our favorite acai bowl during our trip. We tried about 2-3 other ones, but Iwaca'i wins the "best of trip" award!

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.

After going ourselves, we can see why Java Kai is such a staple. Located right in the heart of…read moreKapa'a, this is the island-cafe aesthetic you're looking for. Bright colors, outdoor seating, and tropical inspiration added to the menu. Their coffee was SO GOOD. And the dishes we tried were delicious as well. The ambiance really makes this place great and this staff is well trained and great at their jobs. There was a line when we got there and a line when we left, so I would assume that's pretty typical. Expect a rush but enjoy the wait because it's worth it.

Fantastic!!!!!! Drove by and saw the sign. Turned around and…read moreordered. I was wanting Loco moco. I let the very friendly lady at the register pick my options. ( fried rice, grilled onions, mushrooms) I picked egg over easy. This was the best Loco moco I have ever had. The gravy was tasty and tied everything together. "Delicious" !!!! When we come back this will be a must have. Wife ordered Belgium waffles with blueberries. Our little girl ordered waffles with blueberries. Nice little patio to eat at. Great find.

Great ube pancakes. Didn't need any fruit or enhancement. Fluffy, hot, delicious with a bit of…read morecoconut flakes in them. Service was great and fast. The server had such an infectious smile! Lovely shaded tables to sit at. The English muffin sandwich with Portuguese sausage and side of corned beef hash were underwhelming. I wouldn't order these again.

Like I mentioned in the caption, I'm not exaggerating when I say the açaí bowls at Aloha Aina are…read morethe best I've ever had. That's a huge claim, but nothing else has come close for me. The flavors, the texture, the freshness, everything is just spot on every single time. And honestly, it's not just the açaí bowls. Pretty much everything on the menu stands out. The smoothies are incredible, the ingredients always taste fresh, and somehow everything feels healthy while still tasting great. One of my favorite spots to grab something quick that actually tastes amazing. The staff and management are awesome too, and the whole place just has a really good vibe. You can genuinely feel the Aloha in everything they do. God, I love this place. Here's a tip: order online from their website and skip the line. There is always a line and it's so much faster to just walk in and have your item already waiting for you. You just go straight to the counter for pick up and bingo bango.

Ordered the Puhi smoothie, the adapt mushroom drink and the mermaid bowl…read more All gorgeous colors. Good portions and great flavor ! Very unique options and lots of to choose from.

We drove up to the Granola House remembering how much we loved it two years ago. This place is not…read moredisappoint. We ordered two different bowls. Both very different but amazing. We had the Kauaian Bowl and the Wailia Bowl (sorry for my spelling). The peanut butter granola was great. The chocolate chips add a perfect flavor and crunch to the açaí. This place is well worth your time! We loved this so much we came back again the next day!!

We came here in September and everything was amazing!! So good. We came back recently because we…read morereally enjoyed it the first time, but this visit was just okay. The staff is still incredibly kind and friendly. They were just as welcoming as we remembered, and that alone makes me want to support this place. This time, though, the açaí bowl wasn't quite the same. The base tasted much more like banana than açaí, and there wasn't as much fruit as our first visit. It just didn't feel as balanced or as fresh as the bowl we had before. I still think it's worth checking out because the people working here are genuinely wonderful. I'm hoping this was just an off day since our first experience was so much better!

Stopped by Wailua Shave Ice on a hot summer day, looking for a way to beat the heat…read more When we arrived there was a small line but it was clear the staff was hard at work. After placing our order, the order came out pretty quickly considering the place was packed. I got the Lava Flow (pineapple juice, coconut milk, haupia foam, strawberry puree) - also added li hing mui powder IYKYK. The flavor was light, fresh & not overly sweet. The texture of the shave ice wasn't the softest shave ice I've ever had but not a big deal. It was still the best thing for such a hot day in Kauai & hit the spot! They also have cute merchandise available & even an OG classic shave ice maker on display. I will say this is my first time coming to a shave ice place & not being able to customize my order & choose specific flavors, but I guess that helps ensure the combinations they do offer on their unique menu are optimal. Overall, I will definitely be back especially since the staff was so friendly!

For my first Shave Ice experience, I really liked it! But just be prepared to wait…read more.. The shave ice really is a special experience. We ordered the Ube and regretted not getting it with ice cream or "snow capped." But the flavor was still good! With that being said, the operations hit a few snags. The staff is really young and not super efficient. They were chatting quite a bit and I could tell it was slowing the process down. Seating is also limited during peak hours, so prepare to take it outside if necessary. For the experience, it's worth it. For the price and the wait? I'd probably skip next time.

Prepare to be FULL. The turn off is pretty nondescript, but the spot is tucked away across the road…read morefrom the Whalers General Store. The views are spectacular, being surrounded by nature. When I went there even happened to be some live music. It made for a lovely family friendly ambiance I got the "Next Level" bowl with additional soursop - Pros: way more filling than I expected. The peanut butter and coconut chunks definitely added heft. I loved the texture of the coconut chunks that added a chunky bite, whereas the granola added a light crisp. The textures were really fun to eat. The açai base wasn't overly sweet - Cons: aside from banana, any other fruit is additional $2.50, which is pretty pricey. In total, my bowl came to $20. It was unfortunate that the soursop wasn't fruit chunks, but instead a puree In addition to the standard menu, today they had a special bowl with assorted fruit on top, yum. No full service washrooms on site, only porta potty

We stopped here in our way back to the hotel. It's right off the highway so it's very easy to miss…read moreif you're not looking out for it. The portion sizes are very large and shareable. I got the King Kong and there was a ton of toppings for an acai bowl. We had a large party so it did take some time for the shaved iced but the acai bowls were served quickly. I recommend getting the acai bowls over the shaved iced. There are better shave ice places on the island. There are a ton of benches as well to eat!!

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.

amazing coffee!! first time coming here and will be coming back sooo good! i never leave reviews…read moreeither!

Sweet spot on lovely people with yummy coffees ext... Might…read morebe a bit more of parking issue if they are busy but manageable. Lots of seating even undercover if it's raining. We will be back So worth the stop.

Really good Panini, smoothies, and good vibes here. View place right next to Studio Barreread more

The açaí bowl was okay, but the açaí was a little bitter and runny. The bowl itself was more like…read morean ice cream cone than a bowl, somewhat hard to eat out of with a spoon. Fruit was a bit sour except for the banana. We added chocolate nibs to try since I don't think we saw any other açaí bowl place that offered it, so it was a nice touch. Service was alright. It took a few minutes to put our order in. The owner had friends visiting her when no customers were waiting to order or for their order, which seems like the norm in Hawaii, nice and laid back. One of her friends accidentally knocked over a pole sign, which hit the car parked next to her establishment. Overall, it was nice to try this place out but I don't think I'd go back again. Tip for Chase Sapphire Preferred and Reserve cardholders: This location uses Square to process payments, which does not process as Dining (confirmed by Chase customer service) so you will not receive your bonus earn here. I found out the hard way :(.