Lava Lava Beach Club, perfect way to end the day. Great food, live music, a laid-back atmosphere…read moreand an incredible oceanfront view. Our waiter, Todd was great and made our dinner enjoyable. Ordered: Drinks - Skinny Dipper and Lava Lava Flow, on the rocks. Appetizer: Fritos Misto, Entrees: Hook, Line and Sinker, LLBC Burger, Dessert: Chocolate Lava Lava Explosion.

The general manager "Robert" is absolutely HORRIBLE!!! He is extremely rude, disrespectful,…read morearrogant and he called me a b**ch. I would not go here if you have a large party. The customer service is absolutely horrible and I would not go here unless you want to be treated bad. We had a party of 8. He was trying to talk us out being seated the entire time saying it will be an "hour plus plus" of time trying to get us to leave. Our party told him repeatedly we were going to stay and wait until a table was ready to sit us all. As I went to inquiry about our wait time after a 25 min wait, I was told by the manager Robert that there was a party of 11 ahead of us as well as several other parties waiting to be seated, and it would still be an "hour plus plus" of a wait. I said okay and returned to my party. When we checked the app, there were only 3 party's ahead of us. 2 parties of 2 and a party of 6. I returned to the desk and spoke with Robert once again trying to get an understanding on why it would be an "hour plus plus" wait time when only 3 parties were ahead of us. Robert didn't like that I called him out on his lie. Robert proceeded to call me out of my name and say "I will not serve a b*tch, and you can get out of my restaurant". Our family was extremely upset regarding this encounter, and one went to speak with him again. Robert than called me a liar. He must not like the truth being called out on him. Because he didn't indeed call me that haha. Anywho, this manager is completely unacceptable and should be in NO position to be in any hospitality job if he can not handle people or any situations. A managers job is to handle escalations and he does not have the capacity to be able to do so. He is extremely rude to everyone we encounter and we were not the only family who was treated this way. I would 10000% NOT recommend until a new manager is in position here. I will also be filing a corporate complaint with the owners the Luana Hospitality Group as this experience was unacceptable and unprofessional.

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.

We drove by this place a few times before finally stopping in on our way to Waimea Canyon. The…read moreservice was great, the aunties were very welcoming and the atmosphere felt warm and homey. After seeing it recommended in several reviews, I decided to give it a try and glad we did. I ordered the corned beef hash loco moco which was delicious. There were plenty of other items on the menu we wanted to try, but we didn't get the chance. Maybe next time!

We just picked up muffins and ground coffee. Service was quick and friendly. The blueberry muffins…read morewere really good. We went on a Sunday and they were packed. If you want to dine there be prepared to wait. The menu looks good! We parked easily on the street in front.

My mom and I had the pleasure of coming here two times on our trip to Kauai. The first time, we…read moreordered an iced Mac nut latte and breakfast burrito to share before a hike. The coffee flavor was so good and the burrito was tasty and filling. I loved the salsa. We were able to beat the line. The second time, my mom and I each got a drink. We ordered ahead online because we saw how long the line can get. Just a heads up, you pick up all online orders at the back of the store. I got a strawberry milk matcha and my mom got an iced Maui mocha. I preferred the mocha compared to the matcha. The matcha wasn't very sweet or perhaps unsweetened, so I had to add some simple syrup and honey from the cart outside. I wasn't super impressed with the strawberry flavor either. I think the strawberry puree was also unsweetened.

Just came from back to our room from eating at this place and all I can say is the food was really…read moregreat . We ordered the Kimchi rice , cabbage , wings , pork belly bao and sliders. The cabbage was really surprisingly good ! The Kimchi rice was flavorful , belly bao and sliders were also good . Our server was also very nice , I just cant remember her name. We got there before ethey close and still on time for happy hour and ot was all worth it . Totally will recommend.

Sounds like a classic Kaua'i find--those "locals-packed" spots are usually where the magic is…read more Taps and Hops Eatery really does have that laid-back island vibe where time slows down a bit--"island time" is real, especially when everything's made fresh. Honestly, the wait is usually a good sign there. Your order lineup hits a nice mix: * Mandu great choice for something shareable and comforting * Korean chicken if it tasted like an ajumma made it, that's basically the highest compliment * Beef sliders can't go wrong, especially when they're "ono" That mix of Korean flavors with a casual, almost random décor (yeah, "Mexican-ish" is oddly accurate for some island spots) is part of what makes places like that memorable--kind of a cultural mashup you only really find in Hawai'i. If you ever go back, people usually rave about their: * Garlic fries * Poke-style dishes * Local beer selection Kaua'i's north shore is full of low-key gems like that, but Taps and Hops is definitely one that sticks with you

After hearing all the buzz and seeing Kenji Burger featured on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and…read moreDives, we had high expectations--and it absolutely delivered. We started with the Furikake Fries, which were packed with flavor and the perfect way to kick off the meal. For burgers, we ordered the Hapa Burger and the Kenji Burger, and both were outstanding. The ingredients were fresh, the flavors were unique, and every bite lived up to the restaurant's reputation. The food was so good that we ended up ordering a Lobster Burrito as a second round just so we could try more of the menu. It was a great decision and did not disappoint. If you're looking for a spot that combines creative island-inspired flavors with high-quality ingredients, Kenji Burger is a must-visit. It definitely lived up to the hype.

I ordered the chicken katsu burger, which reminded me a bit of a Nashville-style fried chicken…read moresandwich. The bun was soft and delicious, and the chicken itself was juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The coleslaw on it really tied everything together and added a nice crunch and freshness. We also tried the truffle burger, and that one was the standout. It felt a bit more "fancy" than your typical burger, really rich and flavorful with melted cheese, arugula, etc. That one was easily the best item we had. The fries were crispy, golden, and well-seasoned, rounding out the meal nicely.

Perfect for a romantic sunset dinner!…read more The food was okay, but what keeps this rating at five stars were the views and the staff. You're steps away from the ocean, the hedges and beach are well taken care of, and the staff is super friendly and make great conversation. The wine selection is good and combined with the views and great company, makes for a perfect romantic evening.

Ambiance is gorgeous, 5 stars Service was great but food 1…read morestar. Catch of the day was swordfish supposedly caught fresh that day but the texture & color was so off it tasted at best previously frozen for $50 it was mehhh at best. Ceviche was so so. Definitely wouldn't order again. Mezcal cocktail on menu was okay ... wouldn't order another round. Overall, would not go back. I kinda felt scammed & felt treated like "dumb tourist" by a used car salesman. Far better restaurants to visit ...

Very quick and friendly service. Reminded me of childhood! It's homey and comfortable. Everything…read moreclean and organized. Order the broasted chicken. That crispy chicken skin, omg. Yum! Waffle is just okay, but the pancakes are delicious! Fresh fruit for baby was great variety for great price. Brother ordered the chili and chicken and that chili reminded us of our dad's Japanese family recipe, so ono! We will be back.

Hot off the griddle!…read more My family ate here several times during our stay and each time our food was served hot and quick! The pancakes were so hot, fluffy and delicious. I had the shrimp Benedict's, my mom ordered the oxtail soup and everyone else ordered pancakes and bacon. The only reason I'm removing a star is due to service. Henry or Daddy O wasn't as friendly as the rest of the staff. There's only a few people working at this small establishment and when they get busy you can expect not so great service from the waitress and Daddy O. But if you get passed service, the food is delicious.

This new-ish restaurant was great! They're doing a great job of introducing new tastes to west…read moreKauai. Service was excellent, food was delicious. The arancini balls brought back memories of Sicily with a Hawaiian twist. We had a table that allowed us to see the chef in action and she was keeping busy! Highly recommend this for lunch or dinner. Loved the added live entertainment in the evening. Nice touch.

The waitress was sweet. It took awhile to get menus, first a drink menu, we said we want our…read moredinner w drinks so awhile later we get dinner menu. The place looks nice but not fancy at all. So we have drinks which were great , and Fantastic Scampi starter! We order entrees 15 mins later they come over and say they are sorry out of what I ordered, then I said no prob ordered something else, 15 mins later Oh! Out of that too. So I just ordered a salad. Hubby ordered $75 Ribeye steak. It was beautiful He tried cutting it, only gave him a butter knife, the gristle was overwhelming. The meat was done beautifully but full of gristle. Everything took forever. Servers were nice, gave good info. So then comes the bill. Way high! We had to pay $25 "service" charge we asked? She said she didn't know asked then said it was to cover linens, etc. Another $5 charge for credit card processing. So $30 added to the $200.00 meal with 1alcohol drink and 1mocktail. While servers were sweet the service sucked not just an island time thing. They had two other tables to serve and three wait staff and were visiting and having a great time with someone at the bar. The sauces were fabulous. We wanted to like it but left feeling like we were ripped off. I was sad but it was the best shrimp scampi I ever had;(