Tried out a new spot in Kauai…read more We were sat promptly. The service was good, clean restaurant. Server was very friendly. We ordered the spicy ramen and the butterfish and both dishes were excellent! The ramen had so many different layers of flavor and I now know why they call it "butterfish", very flavorful and rich for a white fish. The mushrooms were seasoned perfectly. Every bite curated to perfection.

We've dined at the Eating House for many years. My husband and I run the Kaua'i Half Marathon every…read moreyear and we always do a staycation in the Koloa/Poipu area. This restaurant is always one of the restaurants we look forward to dining at. I love the ambiance. It's very homey for an upscale restaurant, and the view is spectacular especially if you go early enough to catch the sunset. The staff are very welcoming as soon as you check in for your reservation. I recommend that you make reservations ahead of time. One year we tried to walk in right when they opened and we were told that they did not have any tables available. I ordered the Slow Roasted short ribs, which is one of my favorites. The short ribs were so tender and seasoned very well. Each bite was flavorful. It paired well with the root vegetables and potato au gratin. The poi and the lomi tomato may sound like a strange pairing with the short ribs, but somehow it works. Overall it was a fantastic dish, and very rich to the palate if that is something you're in the mood for. My daughter ordered the Misoyaki Butterfish. I personally have never ordered it as a meal but I think that next time I will. It was so flavorful, and the Asian flavors were delicious. The Chinese cabbage and shiitake mushrooms paired well with the entire dish. The sesame chili sauce that comes on the side just tied everything together. I could not stop going back for more. My husband ordered the ramen and he loved the flavor of the broth. There was a nice spice to it that was not overpowering. Let's just say, he finished the entire bowl. We also ordered a regular chocolate soufflé and a peanut butter soufflé which were both delicious. I recommend them both. I knocked off a star because the waters weren't always filled when you needed them to be, and I found myself wanting more water but it took a while for the server to fill them. The plates weren't cleared readily (as you would expect) and we waited 20 minutes after our meal was completed for the soufflés. Usually the server would ask ahead of time if the table would like to order a soufflé because it takes about 20 minutes to bake. We told our server we wanted to order soufflés pretty much when we ordered our entrees. So I'm not sure why we waited so long for them. Overall, this is a fantastic restaurant and I highly recommend you dining here!

had a wonderful birthday dinner with the family!! Thank you to our amazing server Tiffany! Jasmine…read morewas an amazing host. Ben our busser was kind and kept our drinks filled. Erica the manager greeted us and was so friendly. My fish was cooked to perfection and the desserts made it a perfect meal. Thank you so much! ~From Rachel's mom

The food was delicious , they also had a reasonable kids menu. Filet Magnone was a beautiful cooked…read moresteak, it was a perfect center cut. The drinks were also amazing! Our service was excellent. Our server Alexis was phenomenal. She was on point and she was very kind! The scenery was gorgeous, amazing place to take pictures.

We discovered The Cabana Grill while visiting the Poipu Athletic Club. They share the same…read morelocation, but you don't need to be a member of the club to eat at the restaurant. The grill also provides pool service for food and drinks, which elevates the whole experience when you're using the pool. I swear this is a hidden gem in Poipu, where prices at most restaurants are through the roof for mediocre food and service. Our favorite dish on the menu here is the seared ahi tacos, and the kids love their teriyaki chicken and rice bowls--it is so nice to finally see something besides chicken tenders or fries on a kid's menu! Service is quick and friendly, and the vibes are chill with popular Hawaiian music playing throughout the bar. It has a laid-back atmosphere and is the perfect spot to unwind. Looking forward to going back here when we are back in Kaui

The food here was actually excellent and I would probably come back . Just go in knowing you might…read moreneed have patience. My crispy chicken sandwich was delicious - crispy to perfection. Fish tacos were tasty and sweet potato fries were also so crispy and yummy ! However the service was a bit lacking and slow. I sat waiting for water quite a few times. We also ordered fries that didn't come until the meal was over ( and no discount). It's not great when the server brings them and says "better late than never ". Overall fun place great food

=== Waited twice as long as promised ===…read more + Food quality decent. I wouldn't say it was anything to write home about or warrant a second visit. But I took a risk with sea-bass and it wasn't too gross to eat. Loco moco was decent. + Portions were med-to-large. + Young man at the front with baseball cap resting on his head (not pulled down) was incredibly professional. - Our party split with half going to food trucks and half ordering at Kenji. We decided to pick Kenji's because they told us it would be a 10 min wait for our to-go order. We ended up waiting over 20 minutes by which time the other half of our group had finished their food.

If you really care about your own wellbeing stay away from this place. Ordered a rainbow roll (it…read moredid not look anything like what I am accustomed to) and poke. The rice came in cold and the ponzu looked more like thousand island sauce. Ended up spending great deal of time in the bathroom (use your imagination.) The server was more fixated in talking to us about his side business (car rental) he even gave us his telephone number. Maybe I should have called him in between restroom breaks...

This place is in the cute little town of Princeville which has some shopping and is a 10 minute…read morewalk to a beach when you're done with the shopping! We had a wait of like 30 minutes because we wanted a window seat and it was worth it! The view out the window to what honestly looks like it does in Jurassic Park is so good! Okay to the food... I got the curry and literally amazing. I will be coming back here specifically for the curry. My fiancé was over seafood for a little bit so he ordered the waygu burger and he loved it. Overall, really good place and amazing service! Worth the wait, has an amazing view. What could be better? Will be coming back!

Walked in on a Friday night at 5:30 PM and there was no wait for 2 people. I tried:…read more + Ube pina colada + Peruvian style ceviche + Organic greens, beets and goat cheese + Mahi Mahi and tiger shrimp + Lilikoi cheesecake Highlights were the pina colada and cheesecake. Shrimp was also great. Ceviche and salad were solid, though the chips that came with the ceviche were mid. Sit by a window for amazing mountain views!

I cannot say enough good things about JO2. I've now been twice. Both times were such a super…read moreexperience! We literally almost had everything on the menu as we did "shared". We all got to taste the different dishes and every bite was heavenly. My favorites are the dumplings, lobster, duck salad, more lobster, fish of the day with scallop topper, etc. Who am I kidding, every dish was my favorite. Big shout out to the chef and to Nicole who's an incredible person and server. She's a character! All the servers are so attentive and sweet. Truly, I love this spot. You can tell everyone who works there LOVES their job. They know how to serve ALOHA! Don't skip on dessert either. As I waddled out with a big grin! By the way, I was too busy eating to take photos but I should have because the artistic flare they create is exquisite.

Greatly appreciate the staff letting us dine so late after our reservation!…read more Our first dinner is Kauai to start our trip and it was fantastic. Loved the pork chop and the wine. Staff were attentive, patient, and friendly.

First thing we were greeted by the bar tender Stephanie. She actually came around the bar, greeted…read moreus, and also sat us. That was a great first impression. A waiter came around and then offered to take our order. Then when time went, another girl asked if someone already came by and helped us. We ordered a few things off the menu it being our first time back after two years. This time, everything was delicious! From the appetizers, to the salad, to our entrees. They have really came a long way! The wasabi Caesar dressing, delicious! Bao bun, soft and tasty! The scallop appetizers, sauted in bacon and bacon fat... oh my goodness! Our filet mignon cooked to perfection! The poached lobster and squid ink noodles with lobster bisque.. my favorite! Our waitress, which she didnt even tell us her name, did a mediocre job. We really tipped her more than she deserved, but I hope the bartender got a good portion of that tip we left. Thank you Stephanie, our bartender! All the kudos to you for making us feel welcomed, and really making our experience all the more better! It's those little things that we as customers look for... service, and attentiveness.. and of course great food! Shout out to the preps, and chefs! Delicious! Hands down!

Great food prepared well and quickly using very fresh ingredients…read more Service is attentive and kind. Ambience feels high-end but not stuffy. Drinks were a delight. The old fashioned was too sweet for me but the sazerac was on point!

Surprisingly tasting food truck we stumbled on. Food was super fresh with great flavors. We tried…read morethe Singaporean chili shrimp, fried rice with shrimp (yum!), and teriyaki chicken. Fried rice was light with great flavors, chili shrimp tastes just like what my husband has had in Singapore, the the teriyaki chicken was fresh and flavorful and they gave me 3 thighs! We have leftovers for days. Does take about 20-25 min because they cook everything fresh. Highly recommend!

Happy we stopped-…read more +service was very kind, making modifications since I don't eat pork +pad thai with tofu was so freaking bomb. The tofu was fried to perfection Would describe seating area as very casual. This meal was a serendipitous find.

Such a spectacular setting in a large open area. Along with incredible service and great tasting…read morefood. Our server was more than accommodating to dietary restrictions of Gluten and Dairy. The pork belly GF ramen was delicious. A small tray with 3 condiments of a flavor profile to amp up your dish to your personal liking. The poor was tender and flavorful and wasn't waterlogged. It's not a large menu but a menu that does everything largely well.

We hopped over from O'ahu for a quick weekend getaway and managed to snag a last-minute reservation…read morehere on the day of! I almost canceled after seeing a few mixed reviews online, but I'm really glad we decided to go anyway. First off - you really come here for the atmosphere and the view. It is absolutely incredible! Sitting outdoors taking in the Kauaʻi landscape is top-tier. The menu itself is pretty limited. Here's what we tried: Papaya Salad: Really refreshing and tasty, though a bit steep on the price tag for what it is. Pork Belly Ramen: good but definitely not authentic-level ramen and at $30 (even with the added spicy miso sauce) it was just okay. I probably wouldn't order it again. Sesame/Ground Pork Soup (Hubs' order): He got a dish with ground pork and udon noodles in a sesame base broth, and that one was actually really delicious! Service was stellar! Our waiter, Keoni, was super attentive, friendly, and awesome overall. While the ramen prices are on the high side for what you get, the view, service, and ambiance made it a wonderful evening out on our trip!

Spectacular dining experience. Perhaps the best meal ever. It's clear that this is a labor of love…read morefor chef owner, Mitch. The complex flavors of each dish dazzle the taste buds while carefully chosen dishes and glasses are a beauty to behold. The absolutely exquisite experience is a feast for the senses. The dining room only accommodates 14 diners so the attention to detail shines.

We went here for my 65th birthday and had such a delightful evening. We were greeted warmly at the…read moredoor, were seated and started a warm, welcoming conversation with our server that continued throughout the night. The food was amazing. My favorite was the shimp, cooked perfectly and a deep flavor that I hadn't ever tasted before. Everything was just delicious. I also really liked the vegetable dishes. At the end of the evening the chef came out to talk to us which was wonderful. Even though it was very expensive we hope to come back to celebrate another special occasion.