We had a very nice breakfast. I split an omelet with my Celiac sister. Both were very good. Service…read morewas good.

Girlfriend and I were trying to grab breakfast before we had to depart for the day, and she found…read moreKountry Kitchen, and goddamn am I glad she did. I gotta say, I generally don't like grabbing food for take-out, it just doesn't taste as good, nor is it as fresh, but this place was worth it. My girlfriend called ahead and found they had a pretty long wait time. Sucked for us, but it's a good sign when there's a line out the door of people waiting to be seated. I was only inside a brief moment to pick up the food, but staff was very friendly, and the hustle and buzzle of the place gave this brunch spot that air of "you will clean your plate, you will eat too much, and you will like it." We decided on the Kauai Benedict and it was phenomenal. Egg's were on point in flavor and texture, the sweet roll worked as the perfect vessel for the flavors, and the kahlua pork was fantastic, cooked well, and seasoned flawlessly. To top it all off, they honored our request for extra crispy hash browns. It really does make one wonder, how much better would things have been if we didn't have to order for take out and we had the chance to dine in? 5/5 experience.

Passion Bakery Cafe is an absolute must if you're on the hunt for fresh malasadas! We came bright…read moreand early, and it was 100% worth it. We ordered the Lilikoi, Haupia, and Ube malasadas -- and WOW. All of them were so good, but the ube was our favorite! Soft, fluffy, perfectly sweet, and filled with so much flavor. You can really taste the freshness. The employees were also so sweet and kind, which made the experience even better. It's always nice to feel welcomed, especially early in the morning. Another big plus is the private parking lot with plenty of spaces -- super convenient! There's also lots of outdoor seating in a courtyard surrounded by beautiful plumeria trees (and some friendly chickens walking around), which adds to the whole island charm. Such a delicious and peaceful spot to start your day -- we'd definitely come back again!

Came here because of the rave reviews of the malasadas…read more I must have arrived at the right time because there wasn't much of a line. Got a few to sample. POG, Ube, Cookies n Cream and coffee. The bread itself was nice and soft. That was the best part. I thought there was a little too much sugar and not enough of the cream filling. Made the bread part a little plain where there was no cream. But the flavor of the cream was great. There was plenty of seating outside but don't overstay as a line had formed by the time I was ready to go. Glad I stopped by but looking forward to trying other spots.

Great service. Nice views. Solid food. I got a breakfast plate with Portuguese sausage eggs and…read morerice. The buffet looked good but didn't get a chance to try. Feels like a beach style diner type of ambiance. So convenient staying at the hotel.

Absolutely delicious food. Servers were very attentive with coffee refills and asking if we needed…read moreanything. The fact that there are several different eggs Benedicts makes me want to try them all!! The kalua pork and avocado bacon ones I have had and loved. The ube pancakes and chicken and waffles were also big hits in my family. Wish they had smoothie options, but the coffee shop inside does have a few. I always make sure to return here when I'm in Kauai!

The food was the best we ate while on the island. The service was excellent and the view is amazing!read more

Lava Lava Beach Club - Kauai…read more New American, Seafood, Breakfast & Brunch Kapaa, HI What a charming, fun restaurant right on the beach with such great ambiance!! The service was outstanding from the hostess, bar tenders, chefs and our wonderful server, Kapua!! She was so friendly and always checked on us without being intrusive. We have been on the island for 6 nights. Each evening we have tried Mai Tai's. Lava Lava's are by far the best!!! They are not too sweet and a good pour! We got there early as the other reviews said it gets crowded and they do not take reservations. We arrived at 5 pm on a Wednesday and were seated right away closest to the beach. For our starter we had edamame which was a large portion and so good. My husband ordered the Chicken Pineapple Rice Bowl and substituted the chicken for the coconut shrimp. The rice was AMAZING as well as the shrimp, but our only complaint was the portion was very small and was served with only 3 shrimp. The picture looks like you get a lot, but it came in a carved out SMALL pineapple. The presentation was beautiful though. I had the Ceasar salad and added chicken. It was so good!!! The lettuce was so crisp! Nothing worse than a Ceasar salad with wilty romaine lettuce. I've had plenty of those in my day. This was one of the best I've ever had! Everything arrived in a timely manner. We had a great night. Side note...they offer free valet parking which is at the very top of the parking lot. I have nothing but high praises for Lava Lava's beach club!! You must check it out for yourself. You will be so happy you did!

I stopped in for breakfast and this place is the real deal if you want authentic Hawaiian comfort…read morefood. I ordered the chicken cutlets and the corned beef hash, and both were outstanding. The cutlets were perfectly crispy and seasoned just right, and the corned beef hash was easily some of the best I've had. It is rare to find a spot that handles the classics this well without making them feel heavy or greasy. The atmosphere is great and the portions are perfect for a high quality, filling meal. The staff is chill and friendly . If you're looking for a legitimate island breakfast, this is a must visit. I will definitely be back.

Definitely a hole in the wall restaurant with a lot of local appeal. Located in the corner of a…read morestrip shopping mall, this location serves a cafe style meal. Order at the counter "when all party present", then you will be directed to seating. You can get food to go. Restaurant is not cleanest floor and windows could be cleaned. Definitely needs a better presentation.first impressions not high. Staff focused on speed, very friendly with regulars but quick with us. Food was fast and tasted good with good presentation. A nice local place, and I like that it was close and a lower price option. If hole in the wall is not your speed, get to go.

If you're visiting Kauai and looking for a local lunch spot, Pono Market is a must…read more We stopped in for lunch and ordered a little bit of everything: pork lau lau (which was a hit with my toddler, no less!), a couple of different poke options, and a plate with karaage and poke. I can't remember exactly which poke varieties we got, but I believe one was their shoyu poke and the other was a spicy ahi. Regardless, everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. This is exactly the kind of mom-and-pop spot I love finding while traveling. No frills, just friendly people serving great food at reasonable prices. The poke was fresh, the karaage was flavorful, and the lau lau was tender and comforting. The staff was welcoming, the portions were generous, and the prices were fair, especially considering the quality of the food. There are plenty of places to eat on Kauai, but spots like this are what make a trip memorable. We'll definitely be back the next time we're on the island.

FISH MARKET, full of regulars who know how to order, not tourist heavy. (serves hot food, too)…read more But, if you're like us, and wanted POKE the internet told you was great, then just order 1 POKE BOWL (only 1 fish type offered, no frills, no pretty toppings, sorry Insta dorks) - and maybe add A SIDE of another poke. And take it, somewhere else, to eat. No tables or seats, in this market. We ate ours, in the car, before heading to the airport. It was delicious, really fresh. Opens at 6am, so has that "We just caught this" feel. And not as "Pricey" as some Yelp Reviewers claimed it to be.

June 2026 I ordered…read morefrom Island Craves via DoorDash. Long story short, the DD driver stole one of our orders. I called Island Craves and spoke to the owner. We both deduced the driver was a thief! The owner was super cool and chill and no one was to blame but DD. Regardless, we ordered the loco moco and it was DELICIOUS! Because of the DD mishap, the owner gave us 6 donuts. We came in the next day and grabbed some. The maple-bacon donut and Malasadas were pillowy and delicious. Thank you for the great food and wonderful customer experience.

This spot is eye-catching. Colorful building that we kept passing by we had to try it. From the…read moreexterior walls you already knew it sold local food. There is a small parking lot but we found parking. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We tried the loco moco. It was delicious! So much flavor. Great portions. The staff is very nice. Loved the interior decor and the vibes.

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!!

I hadn't really had an acai bowl when I tried this place, so I couldn't fully appreciate how good…read moreit really was until my girlfriend and I started having acai bowls together at different locations. Everything about the bowl was great, and balanced. The amount of toppings were generous, without overdoing it. The bowl had just the right amount of sweet. It was really nice to sit at one of their communal style tables and take a moment to just enjoy our surroundings. The vibes were chill, the employees kind and helpful, and this unassuming little spot became a fond experience to look back on. 5/5 stars

Five stars. The food…read morewas really good and tastes like homemade. Really enjoyed the Kim Chee Fried Rice and the Chocolate Chip Pancakes. Service was excellent & efficient. Friendly also. Ambiance was an open air, outdoors type and very laid back and comfortable. Enjoyed it lots!

This is definitely a laid-back, hang out, have drinks and appetizers kind of place... which is most…read moresuitable for Island life. Other than that it seems to be a place that's been around a very long time, which has a certain charm of its own, yet equally a bit 'long in the tooth'. Located on the second floor of an older, historic type building on the main drag of Kaapa, it is very open air and very casual. We came for lunch and were seated right away, given a choice. It was suggested we sit on the 'ocean side with a view' which turned out to be the parking lot out back with a miniscule peek-a-boo view of the water. OK, now I understand why most folks sit on the street side. Service was friendly, casual and helpful, yet it was noted a wee bit "overwhelmed by the lunch crowd'. There weren't that many people. We got a beer ane a very sweet non-alcoholic drink. The beer was a Bikini Blond from Maui Brewing, very refreshing. We ordered off the daily special menu. I got the Tostada with Mahi ($33.).. Ed got the fish tacos with Mahi. Both platters were quite large and came out in good time. Ed enjoyed the tacos, and he is picky about ii, yet no way to pick them up and eat them with how they were served. My tostada was not really a tostada in a traditional sense, but merely two tortillas underneath a pile of black beans, lettuce, chopped tomato, etc. Plus a generous amount of fresh avacado which was the best part of the meal. The grilled Mahi on top was a nice sized piece but very undercooked. Since we were only given forks it was nearly impossible to cut or break apart to get bite sized chunks. It was frustrating. Ed 's Mahi chunks were far better cooked. So, just an OK meal, barely. This place has obviously been around a long time so must have a ffollowing. Again, probably best for drinks and appetizers.

Best breakfast we had in Kauai! The set-up is a little confusing as they share space with the…read moreCoconut Store but once you figure it out, it's all good - tables are outside on deck. Great service - so welcoming and friendly. A little pricey but they are making it fresh it with TLC and it's fresh. We had four breakfasts and the smoothies and sandwiches/avo toast are the best- lucky if you have fresh fish as an option - my avo toast sandwich included fish caught that am - never thought about putting fish on a breakfast sandwich but it totally works - so good!

IF you're looking for authentic flavor and super delicious, freshly made breakfast / food this is…read morethe spot you need to check out before leaving. The owner is the friendliest woman and will let you know what spots are Actually worth it. Very calm cozy spot where you can soak in that Kauai experience.