Best malasadas!! We found this spot and went early around 7am to be sure we could grab a couple of…read morefilled malasadas which they're famous for. We ordered the passion fruit, coconut, and 1 plain/non filled. We ended up ordering another coconut and a chocolate one as it was fresh out of the back. We also ordered 2 coffees. Coffees were good, but we really came for the malasadas and they did not disappoint. The staff was lovely, helpful, made great recs and friendly. There are a couple of tables inside so we sat and enjoyed them while talking with a few locals about how wonderful the Bakeshop is. Highly recommend coming early & we will definitely be back on our next trip to Kauai!!

Came here for the malasadas- we tried the guava, lilikoi, and matcha. The matcha was a bit bland,…read morethe guava was the perfect sweetness, and the lilikoi had that nice tartness. They were all light, fully stuffed, and huge (we def could've done with sharing 2 instead of 3). We also tried the krab roll and Portuguese roll, both of which were fine. Was surprised how quiet it was, but it was a bit later in the morning.

I was actually sad to see Haole Girl's location closed down on Kuhio Highway, assuming she had gone…read moreout of business! Thank goodness I was wrong. She is located at 934 Kipuni Place (back at her bakery). The website doesn't reflect this yet so make sure to call for hours, etc. Same delicious baked goods - we ordered the apple banana muffin and the Mac nut sticky bun. Unfortunately I forgot to take pictures before inhaling them! But trust me, they're delicious. Just remember it's her actual bakery facilities so not a restaurant, it's grab and go, but well worth it!

We ordered our wedding cake with Judy. We had an apple…read morebanana cake with vanilla buttercream and mango/strawberry filling. Judy was great, she met us at our reception venue and helped to arrange the flowers and cake topper. Our guests loved the cake-it was moist and decadent!

Loved loved the acai bowls here! We came by every morning when we were staying within walking…read moredistance and pretty much tried all their acai bowls. My favorite was the Shippy's Bowl with a nice scoop of greek yogurt on top. The acai base here was the best I had on Kauai as I love a more tart acai and most of the other places we tried were on the sweeter side or just a bit bland. The bowls always tasted fresh with ripe fruit! We also tried their mac nut latte and it was solid too but I prefer my coffee a bit stronger. The line can get long here and we did try ordering ahead for pick-up the last day we went but beware that the pick-up times can be an hour later. I noticed that it seemed like they didn't start preparing our order until after I showed a staff member my pick up time/receipt so it might just be a way to skip the line rather than a true pick up an already prepared order system. Either way, it's worth coming to try their acai bowl, just be ready for a wait!

Do yourself a favor and plan ahead to order online. Little Fish Coffee is a tiny shack with long…read morelines at peak times! I enjoyed my iced mac nut latte, but they have a variety of other creative drinks you may want to try too. I loved my bagel sandwich (the pesto schmear is heavenly), and my sister loved the P.K. acai bowl she tried. I feel like you can't really go wrong here with whatever you want to order. Side note, one morning we tried to place an online order and they were totally out of bagels, so just prepare to be flexible. Also, the prices here are lower than my other nearby favorite, Java Kai, so it's well worth a visit in you're staying on or visiting the south short of Kauai.

This place was FIRE. Pancakes & Oxtail soup absolutely smacked. Best pancakes I've had. Service was…read moresuper fast past but we were in and out since the food came out so quickly. Aunties were out here working! Definitely a local spot but felt welcomed! This place is super busy also but so worth the wait!

Great portions and great service. Get the oxtail soup! Old…read moreschool Hawaiian diner, great atmosphere

It's tucked just inside the entrance of a large complex walk through the double doors and you'll…read morefind it. It doesn't have ocean views or a fancy setting but don't let that stop you. The food and drinks are absolutely worth the visit. We ordered the Matcha Taro Latte and it was one of the biggest surprises of our trip. Would come back just for this it's genuinely delicious. For a quick bite we tried: Tuna Melt Crispy toasted bread with a generous, flavorful tuna filling, perfectly melted cheese and celery. Comfort food at its best. Turkey Pesto Melt Loaded with tender turkey, fresh pesto, melted cheddar, and greens on beautifully toasted bread. Every bite was excellent. What really elevated the experience was the service. Everyone was warm, welcoming, and attentive.

A true local experience with a warm aloha welcome!…read more Aloha Craft Cafe is tucked away and yet completely in the center of everything! Smiles are everywhere from the baristas to the servers to the owner/managers and even the other patrons! Everyone seems to know everyone there! On the day I visited, there was a group of local aunties and uncles who brought their melodic voices and ukuleles to sing and serenade in the traditional Hawaiian ways with meles (songs), talk story, and a single flower for the Wahini (women/girls) to tuck behind their ear. Even our little fur baby "Sophia" (nestled in our arms) was greeted in the true aloha spirit! In addition to feeling so welcomed, my vanilla latte and order of bagel with smoked salmon & cream cheese were delicious and filling! We enjoyed eating outside under the umbrella covered tables while still enjoying the soft music and songs of Hawai'i! Highly recommend Aloha Craft Cafe!

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!

Huge breakfast sandwiches made while you wait. Big enough to share…read more.. Wonderful croissants and my favorite is the almond croissant which is amazingly delicious! Will be trying some of their breads soon.

Incredible avocado toast. The bread was so fresh and delicious. I got it with salmon on top. Iced…read moregreen tea was good too. Service was friendly and ambiance was giving cute coffee shop vibe.

I had a great experience at Kokee Lodge. The food was very good, and my BLT was exactly what I was…read morehoping for--simple, fresh, and well made. The service and overall atmosphere were enjoyable, and everything about the visit went smoothly. The highlight of the experience was definitely the beautiful scenery surrounding the lodge. The outdoor views make it a unique and relaxing place to stop and enjoy a meal. Overall, everything was great, and I would gladly visit again.

Yummy, Yummy, Yummy!! After staying up in the cabin for a…read morecouple of nights we ate breakfast here the morning we checked out. My husband and I split a loco moco and the smashed potatoes and added the cheese and bacon on top. I got the honey nutmeg latte. Everything was so good and so flavorful. My mouth is watering as I type this. Definitely will be eating here again the next time we do a little outing up the mountain.

Wow! So sad we waited so long to try this place during our stay in Hanalei…read more Let's just rate it already. 10/10. Absolutely amazing. Good was some of the best I've ever had. The Churro French Toast is life changing. Full order can easily feed 3-4 people. Crispy, sweet, yet soft and tasty inside. Best description is a combination of a churro, mixed with a cinnamon roll, mixed with a donut. Would highly recommend. They offer a half portion too which is great for 2 people to share. The breakfast burritos are legit. Massive, tasty, delicious, and filling. About the same size and width as a 32oz Yeti bottle. Ordered the veggie burrito with bacon and the Smoked Pork burrito. Loved both. Tots, veggies, cheese, meat, all loaded. Even the salsas were 10/10. Seating is limited, maybe enough for 8-10 people total to sit inside, but they take to go orders and you can walk 5 minutes to Hanalei beach and eat by the ocean. TLDR - Try it, you won't be disappointed.

Absolutely delicious and such a beautiful experience!…read more We had the Garlic Shrimp and the Churros French Toast, and both were incredible! Let me tell you the garlic shrimp was amazing! The shrimp was cooked to perfection: juicy, tender, and coated in the most delicious garlic sauce. Every bite was so flavorful! The Churros French Toast was actually one of the reasons we came here because it's so popular, and it absolutely did not disappoint! It looks like it would be super sweet, but surprisingly, it's not. It's perfectly crunchy on the outside, moist in the middle, and just the right amount of sweetness. So delicious! And to top it all off, you get to enjoy this fantastic food with a beautiful Kauai view. Overall, such a wonderful experience. If you're visiting Kauai, I highly recommend putting Wake Up Delicious on your list you won't be disappointed!