This place is the Schizz McDizz, whatever the hell that means!…read more Located deep inside the bowels of some Grocery Shoppe, you will find not one but TWO gems! Rise'N'ShiNe and some other açaí-bowl-type-thing place. Both are fantastic and both are delicioso! I think this was the place that I tried the Macadamia Nut something and it was probably super good. I mean, ya gotta get some sort of Macadamia something when in Rome, right? And we were in Rome. The Rome of the Islands. It's true. Tell people that. If they don't believe you, tell them that you would explain it, but you ran out of crayons ;) Come to me for more tips on how to make friends! HA! LuvYou!

A fantastic find for grab-and-go breakfast! This cozy coffee shop offers a delightful range of…read moresavory and sweet options, from classic toasts to indulgent crepes. Generous portions and affordable prices are a rare treat in Kauai. This little gem is located inside a small grocery store and also has a smoothie/juice bar and a small clothes shop.

This is a great place to grab an outdoor breakfast at a resort, but not feel like you're in splash…read morezone next to the pool. As of this moment, there is construction fencing around the grounds, so it was hard to find this place from the road if you're not staying at this hotel, but parking seemed plentiful. And then you have to walk towards the pool and past the snack shop to find it. The host stand is also outdoors away from the patio. Avocado Toast was yummy, but a little slippery: the sliced tomatoes that sat on top of the sliced avocados slid right off and onto the table, so a fork and knife is recommended.

We always have to stop at Holoholo for one breakfast. They have HUGE portions - each dish could be…read moresplit amongst two people. My dad got the loco moco which he loves. I got the kalua pork hash which I think is a perfect way to get more kalua pork in your diet. And we split the banana macadamia nut pancakes - these things are thique, let me tell you! Everything was delicious. Service was welcoming and fast! We were in and out in about an hour. We sat in the shaded area with a view of the pool which was lovely. There is dedicated parking for people eating at Holoholo which is always appreciated. Thanks for yet another great breakfast!

Sensational food and service to match. You almost feel like you're eating in someone's home. We…read moretend to dine later in the evening which was good in that it wasn't crowded in the restaurant but bad in that they'd already sold out in a couple items. I ended up choosing the vongole e gamberetti which was a nice blend of fresh seafood and spaghetti in a zesty broth. However, m'lady got the spaghetti bolognese and I'm telling you: this is the best, most flavorful, freshest bolognese I've ever tasted. I only got 2 bites and had to play it cool because, well, I made the choice I did. I was effusive in my praise afterwards and everyone who worked there concurred and said I was just the latest to discover this incredible dish! If you enjoy this dish, trust me: it's better than any other kind you've had in the past. After the meal, we met another waiter and chatted with him about the restaurant, recipes, and this neighborhood. Just as friendly as everyone else. Make it a point to stop here and get that bolognese!

I'm reevaluating my review from 2+ years ago! The restaurant is under new ownership and the wait…read morehelp/ hostess lack experience and the quality of the food is not the authentic LaSpesia recipes of previous owners. And I believe the prices have gone up but so has everything. I hope this review is accepted with no disrespect only constructive criticism. Aloha Jerry

Breakfast at the spot that we were staying was super pricey, so took the opportunity to head out…read moreand saw the glowing reviews for Anuenue Cafe, and glad that we stopped by. It's sort of in the middle of an outdoor shopping plaza, and was pretty popular for brunch with a significant line waiting to order. I ended up getting the Riptide Benedict and cold brew, and it was amazing. Delicious kalua pork on the muffin with a perfectly cooked drizzly egg, accompanied with overnight oats. I really enjoyed it. I will say though it was a little bit tough eating with a little one on the benches. I didn't see any high chairs, and of course there were a bunch of chickens around the outdoor eating space. With a little one, just be ready for what you're in for with no indoor seating, but come for the food!

I was pleasantly surprised by this little cafe - I LOVED their banana pancakes, and I'm a pancake…read moresnob. I also loved their overnight oats. There are 2 picnic tables next to the shop, as well as a little step seating area nearby. Unfortunately the owner snapped at the front waitress due to a payment terminal issue, which dampened our experience - he should treat her better, it wasn't her fault!

Salads were delicious. Smash burger is just a regular FAT burger on a thick roll. I returned it…read more Service was slow and inattentive. No salt, pepper, condiments (ketchup??--no). Disappointing. Salads were good.

We stopped in for dinner and started with a couple of cocktails, which were both excellent. The…read moreatmosphere was really nice, especially with the outdoor seating--it made for a relaxing place to enjoy the evening. I ordered the burger, while my wife went with the fried chicken bowl. My burger was just okay. It was advertised as a smash burger, but the patty didn't really have the crispy edges or texture I'd expect from one. On the other hand, my wife absolutely loved her fried chicken bowl and said it was packed with flavor. One of the highlights of our visit was the hospitality. We mentioned we were celebrating our honeymoon, and the owner (or who I believe was the owner) was incredibly friendly and even let us pick out a pastry to celebrate. That thoughtful gesture really made our visit memorable. Great service, good drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere made for an enjoyable experience overall.

The tourists who recommended Kalaheo Cafe & Coffee to us were definitely onto something. It's a…read moreconvenient stop on your way to Waimea Canyon. The set up is casual and straightforward; you get in line, order at the counter, and then find seating yourself. This place gets busy fast, so prepare for a wait during peak hours. As it was our first visit, we went off recommendations and ordered the Bacon Eggs Benedict and the French Toast with a black coffee and a latte. If you like bacon, order the Bennie. They do not skimp! The French toast is decedent, too. Very thick, very filling. Their coffee was amazing and the prices seemed fair for the island. I'd definitely recommend giving this place a try if you're visiting the area!

DO NOT COME HERE UNLESS YOU WANT GREAT FOOD!!…read more FINALLY found a place on this island that knows how to make top notch breakfast AND Coffee. Moved from Maui and the last month and a half has been nonstop disappointment trying every place around the island. Others need to come here and take note of how to make food and coffee and the prices of it.

Outstanding food and presentation, fresh and well done. Highly recommend. Nice view of golf course…read moreand open air dining available.

This is a nice local gem, located on a golf course (which I didn't realize) with amazing Mountain…read moreViews and occasional Nenes with the chickens. There is a large parking lot leading to two buildings, the right is the restrooms and proshop and the left is the restaurant with covered outdoor seating in the back. The order counter has a nice video menu display where you can review selections. There were many locals coming in for the food, not necessarily golfing. Staff were friendly and helpful. Our food was fresh and tasted great. I had the early breakfast which is an egg anyway, a meat (corned beef hash) and a bread (English muffin). My wife had the everything bagel Lox with salmon. Both plates were brought to the table with utensils by staff. Presentation was nice with orange garnish. We were checked on regularly with our coffee. Corned beef was mostly potato, but still tasty. Quiet today, with average conversation noise. Clean, restrooms needed a little assistance. If you want a nice off the beaten path location, that is quiet in the early morning and a reasonably priced, then this is a nice local stop.

Who is really good the show is also really good and the service is amazing The visual for the food…read moreis even better.

Delicious as always! Keoki's never disappoints - make sure to save room for the hula pie for…read moredessert!

I want to check out the western most sports bar in the USA. We arrived about 5:30pm and were…read moregreeted and seated immediately. As with most restaurants in Kauai it open air environment and a view of ocean. A great place to watch games and a lively atmosphere. Happy hour is available daily from 3-6pm. Our waitress was very accommodating as she notified us that we could order our two drink minimum to qualify for the happy hour food specials before 6pm and she would serve later. Flashback price on chicken wing of $0.25 each, max 10 per person. We ordered 20 buffalo wings and fish tacos. They have a great selection of the local Kauai Brewing Company beers, another reason we want to try this place. We started we the pale ale and the Cook IPA. Cold, tasty and refreshing. We also tried the chicken IPA and Fonz IPA. All were great! Our favorite was the Cook IPA. The chicken wings had a nice heat level and were perfect accompanied by beer. The fish grilled tacos were fantastic. This will definitely be our go to place to watch a game and just a quick bite. Looking forward to returning. Highly recommended!

This is a great, fun, affordable option while staying in Poipu!!! We've already been here twice…read more The key is to go during their happy hour time from 3-6pm daily. The first time we spent just over $100 for a family of 5, and last night we got out of there for $88. That is a feat in this part of town! The happy hour is unbeatable. $7 drinks and 25 cent wings. Note that you have to have minimum two drinks per person, but they don't have to be alcoholic--we got a cocktail as our first and soda water as the second. The cocktails are quite large, so you can still get the $7 price if you order a soda or sparkling water as your second drink. The waitress was super helpful and let us know that last night! We went for taco Tuesday yesterday and the tacos were $1 each! They were good--not insane but great for the price and hit the spot. The service is great and the food and drinks come out quickly despite being busy. The drinks are standard fare, nothing crazy delicious, but for the price it's great. The food is all yummy. We especially love their chicken wings! Home-fried and lots of meat. All of the dipping sauces are excellent too. We haven't had a bad dish here! Truly wonderful prices, good food, and great for the whole family.

I've eaten at Lava's on a couple of different occasions during my time in Kauai, since it is…read moreconnected to the Sheraton Kauai Resort. The restaurant itself is fine, but nothing overwhelmingly great, other than the spectacular beachfront view of the ocean. The Elite Member Breakfast is served here, and per Marriott's continuous decline in service to Elite members, it's fine, but nothing to write home about. The breakfast option I primarily chose was the "Kauai Breakfast," which includes a very small and not great tasting egg frittata, along with a couple slices of pineapple and a Greek yogurt parfait with fruit and granola. I've also tried their tempura green beans as an appetizer, which were actually quite good. They came served with a side of wasabi ranch dipping sauce, and they hit the spot! I would certainly eat these again. Overall, a decent place if you're looking for convenience, but there are definitely better food options available nearby.

It's sad that the main restaurant in a resort like this can fail so badly at crafting up a decent…read moremenu and using decent quality ingredients. Their menu consists of items that you would typically find at the food court in a mall, with the same quality but about 3 - 5 times more expensive. There is literally not a single healthy option - everything is either loaded with sugar, salt or deep fried. Additionally, there are no vegan options for dinner and they only have a breakfast vegan loco moco. The only redeeming factor is that most of their servers are VERY friendly and will go above and beyond to help you with customizations. Shout out to James, their best server (he alone gets 5 stars +) who could easily work at a Michelin restaurant.