Loved this new place! It's a small space but worth the wait and a must try, especially their "hot cakes" pancakes. It was sweet with crispy edges topped with like a salted butter that melts as you dig through your plate. Food came hot and quick, service was great! A cold water cooler for customers as they wait? How thoughtful! Bonus points for the loco moco -- omg probably the best I've had in town tbh. So generous with their gravy sauce, I could just keep eating it with plain rice. Oh and they got some merch, even treated myself to a honu clip. ;) Will definitely come back! read more

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First time going for lunch and the menu was meh-nothing unique vs other "Hawaiian" specialty places. What was unique -were the portion size vs others. Paid $8 for Portuguese Soup and what I got was a small styrofoam cup half filled with soup. Not even a cups worth! The amount wouldn't even cover the bottom of a bowl-let alone fill it. 3 spoonfuls to be exact. Very sad considering it was good. If you're ordering to go-check your order. Mac salad was just ok. Gravy on fries was very gelatinous. So much for that one-hard pass. Yelp auto highlighted food and service could be improved and couldn't change. Wish they had selection for serving/portion size. Service was fine. read more

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When you're told 'we're known for our loco moco' you have to try it out right? They were right! Simple dish but it was probably one of the best I've had! I can't tell you if the Malasada pancakes or the Mochi butter cakes are better? They are both out of this world. Even if you have to wait for a table, it will be well worth it! read more

Family-owned restaurant with the best (and only) Li Hing drink I've ever had. I left the Las Vegas strip for something I hadn't had there or in Miami. Hello Kanani's Cafe! Walked up to the door and the place was packed with locals, good call! I had the Butter Moochi Hotcakes and Kanani's Famous Locco Mocco. I left stuffed, highly satisfied and with a hug from the owner. Everyone there is family or almost family. Two places now on permanent rotation in LV, Maroon by Chef Kwame Onwuachi and Kanani's Cafe. read more

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We absolutely love coming here! Especially when family & friends come into town!! The Portuguese bean soup, malasada & butter mochi pancake is a must! The pancakes itself doesn't need syrup at all! But it's nice knowing they keep the syrups nice and warm for customers! The inside is super cute, unique and cozy! Works and customers are always talking it up and everybody feels like family and so warm, welcoming and friendly! We always love the service! read more

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Kanani's Cafe is really being led by an amazing individual. The fact that she took her time to go above and beyond to look into the issue and not leave any stone unturned truly speaks to how well this place is managed. Despite my first experience, I definitely will be willing to give this place another try. The workers here definitely make you feel as if you've been transported back to the islands. read more

Kanani's Cafe - 3 eggs one meat. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Everything went well. We had to wait a good 30 minutes, there was so much people outside waiting And I could see why it's worth the wait. It's a little shop with the friendliest and happiest people who worked there making it a fun place to eat. so attentive everyone! My Husband and I went there for breakfast on his birthday. He had a spam and eggs. And I had the omelette with spam and rice It was a 10 out of 10 spam was perfect And the rice paired perfect with it. This was my first time trying this together. We will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu. They have some pancakes on there that looked delicious. read more

Kanani's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

This place was in my collection to definitely try and it wasn't a disappointment. Great food, great service. It's a very cute, down to earth, mom and pop type cafe. The malasada or mochi pancakes are a must! Breakfast burrito was very good. Everything tasted fire. read more

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Kanani's Cafe on Rainbow and Robindale has been getting some attention in the Southwest area since opening about five months ago. It's a smaller restaurant, so expect a wait if you're coming on a weekend. We arrived a little before 11:30 on a Sunday morning and waited about 20 minutes for our party of four. While we waited outside, we checked out the menu so we would have an idea of what to order when we got seated. I don't recommend parties much larger than 4, although 6 is possible but it gets tighter. * Kanani's Famous Loco Moco $16 with added mushrooms $2 - This came highly recommended and we couldn't agree more. The homemade burger patty has some great flavor all on its own, so that's a big win there. It comes with two eggs your way, a scoop of mac salad, and a bed of rice. We aren't the biggest fans of mac salad and should have asked if they could replace it with something else. * Podagee Sausage Benedict $14 - The hollandaise sauce was really good and contrasted nicely with the saltiness of the sausage. * Butter Mochi Hotcakes $12 - Another dish that came recommended and we decided to keep it as is. (Options to add fruit, whipped cream, etc. are offered.). We liked it on its own and it doesn't really need any syrup. * Corned Beef Hash $14 - I ordered this based on the positive comments from reviews and was a tad disappointed. It's canned corned beef and I guess it was my mistake to assume it wouldn't be. It was fine, but wasn't exceptional or anything. There are probably more specialty options to choose from and I should have done that instead. We were definitely curious about the Malasada Hotcakes too as it comes highly recommended. We'll have to save that for next time. Service was good - Kolby has a lot of great energy and it comes across very easily. The whole team is serving up Aloha spirit with a smile. There is a 3% charge for credit cards, which it looks like more restaurants are passing on to customers. read more

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I can't believe I forgot to review this place. I came last month and the restaurant can get pretty packed on weekends since there are only a few tables, so expect a short wait outside. It's absolutely worth it! The owner is incredibly sweet, and the food is delicious. They truly understand the meaning of hospitality, and you can feel the warm aloha from the moment you arrive. The hotcakes came highly recommended, but we decided to go with a traditional Hawaiian breakfast instead. I ordered the Hawaiian Kine with Portuguese sausage, eggs, and rice, and it was delicious with generous portions. The atmosphere is family-friendly, welcoming, and truly feels like ʻohana. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

This place is a MUST TRY! Service was amazing...drinks were topped off and service was proactive. I literally didn't have to ask for anything. My husband and I got lucky and got seated pretty quick! The ambiance was clean and had a Hawaiian theme. We ordered Corn Beef Hash, Loco Moco and short Hotcakes. All the food was fresh and flavorful! Also, the food was cooked perfectly! The food was reasonably priced and portions were very generous. We had plenty of leftovers to take home! We will definitely be back to try more! read more

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Wow, wow, wow!!! So glad my friends from Hawaii who now live in Vegas told me about this spot. Reminded me of being back home... anyhoo let's get to the food.. I ordered the Hawaiian Kine with over easy eggs to put over my rice of course and Portuguese Sausage which is my favorite but hard to get in the mainland. The breakfast was amazing but the highlight was the pancakes because they were Malasada Pancakes.. for the people who don't know you gotta try it but it's dough fried covered with sugar.. I know I know doesn't sounds fancy but trust me it's amazing! This was a one of one type of pancake because I've never heard of any place doing this so good for them. Anyhoo, if you're around Rainbow Blvd be sure to stop by and give them a try. I promise you, you won't be disappointed. read more

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This place seriously deserves all the 5 stars, and the line out the door! Tried Kanani's for breakfast with my mom for the first time today. Although there was a little bit of a wait (at 9AM!), I loved that there were ice cold water bottles in a cooler outside-- an incredibly kind and thoughtful touch especially considering how hot our summers are! The place is small, but inviting. 10 tables max with a small bar-seating area. We ended up ordering: -Loco Moco 10/10: the beef patties were tender, the gravy was flavorful without being too salty, and the mac salad literally tastes exactly like my grandma used to make it. -Da Boom Kanani 10/10: I got mine with Portuguese sausage and scrambled eggs. Everything was cooked perfectly, and reminded me of a breakfast I'd make at home. I upgraded to the butter mochi pancakes for $3 more. Super worth it. The pancakes are so flavorful that they barely need any syrup. There's a nice chewiness from the mochi flour without completely changing the texture. They were genuinely hard to stop eating lol. CJ was our server and he was absolutely wonderful. Very attentive, intuitive, and kind. Even though the place was packed, we never lacked for anything. Overall, you'd never know this place has only been open since January-- between the quality of food, packed tables, and level of service, you'd think they've been a beloved staple in the community for years. If you're in search of a breakfast spot that feels like a hug, Kanani's is that place. read more

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Omg!!! Had to return because the food is so ono. Looking for a delicious Loco Moco, Kanani's Cafe had got to be the best Loco Moco in Vegas. The meat is seasoned well and the gravy has a lot of flavor. Tupac says it's the BEST he's ever had. We added mushrooms and onions which was perfect however, I would recommend to keep the onions big instead of cutting it small. The mushrooms were yummy. Service is always awesome and the Mochi pancakes is always a hit. Not sweet but so good. Stop by and give them a try. read more

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Arrived today around 11AM, it was pretty packed and busy! My brother and i were immediately greeted with everyone's aloha spirit. The menu and food options is very straight to the point catering to what they truly offer in every delicious way. My brother got the Kananis Famous Loco Moco, i got the Cheehoo omelette, and we shared Butter Mochi Hotcakes. From when they brought out the food to us almost finishing our food, my brother and i couldn't stop saying "OH WOW". I cannot wait take my son here, he would enjoy this restaurant! Butter Mochi Hotcakes - 10/10 - MUST HAVE ! Kananis Famous Loco Moco - Two 6oz beef patties, with eggs, rice, & mac salad - 8.5/10 Cheehoo Omelette - Portuguese sausage, peppers, jalapeno, cheese, and added onions with sides of tots and wheat toast - 8/10 Other than how delicious the food was, huge recognition to the staff! Their aloha spirit was really warm and welcoming! I would over hear the staff talking to other customers dining in and i love how social and kind everyone is. Personable conversations, to making sure everyone is doing well, if anyone needed anything, smiling, etc. The staff plus the delicious food made everything so enjoyable. We definitely need more of this light in the world! Overall, the restaurant itself is 10/10! Already excited to come back and share with my family and loved ones. Thank you for taking care of my brother and i this trip Kananis Cafe! read more

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Place was packed but we were able to add our names on the waitlist; waited a bit but not too bad. Overall service was amazing with a slight exception to our waiter who forgot my water, gave us an extra coffee we didn't order which we let him know and still charged us. The place was on the small side but clean. Food was good but not something I would visit soon. read more

I ordered the Malasada pancakes... it's exactly how you're envisioning them to taste. Flat, cripsy edges, fluffy inside with sprinkled sugar (added a side of strawberries). Order comes with (2) big ass cakes. The butter mochi cakes were really good too. I paired them with their tater tots and washed it down with black coffee. What would I have added... maybe ling hi powder? Maybe a filling? Nontheless, I'll be back to try other things off their menu. Get there early because it gets crowded quick. read more

Kanani's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

We decided to try this place because its next door to an indoor playroom for my grandkids. The food was great with no complaints. The service was excellent, they checked on us a few times, the owner also came to chat and joked with us. The ambiance was perfect. We had to wait about 15 minutes but it was worth it. My grandkids also enjoyed their meals. If you are in the area, check them out. read more

Kanani's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Greeted with so much warmth. Food was delicious especially the Butter Mochi Pancakes. All the food was good. read more

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Friendly service and delicious local food! Staff were all nice and friendly! Nice to hear pidgin English when you haven't been back to Hawaii for a while! Hamburger Steak was fire with a delicious gravy and homemade patties! The Portuguese Sausage Benedict was delicious! The tater tots were crispy and seasoned perfectly! We'll definitely be back! Tanks eh, Kanani's fo da ono grinds dis morning! read more

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Absolutely wonderful! Cute decor, wonderful staff, and out of this world AMAZING food! Kanani herself helped us (we loved meeting and chatting with her). We got the yummy lemonade to drink. Loco Moco, which was one of the best I've had. Debated the Malasada or Butter Mochi Pancakes, and decided on the mochi. We'll be back to try more! read more

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Mood - In my feelings Whenever I'm feeling down, food soothes my soul. Especially when it's my kind of comfort food. Upon entering was quickly greeted and ushered over to a table. Menus were given and drink order was taken. Opted for that Birthday Cake Lemonade ( li hing mui, strawberry lemonade), of course those famous Mochi pancakes, and that signature Loco Moco. Interior is quaint, so if you have a big party with you, def get there early as this is a brunch cafe hours.. Everything was very clean. And the customer service is on point. Now what I can say is this, if you're looking for a tourist commercial experience this isn't it. If You are looking for that feel of sitting in Aunty's kitchen to talk story then this is where you wanna be. Never once felt like customer or just a number. I felt comfort and at peace. Would most def recommend- pricing is beyond reasonable for the portions and the quality. I have already plotted by excursion back. Location is Rainbow/Robindale- ample parking. read more

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I came here from the recommendation of Brandonofvegas (IG) and this was absolutely amazing. The service was spectacular from our server ( can't recall her name) she was amazing! Best attitude and super friendly and helpful. We had the Butter Mochi pancakes and the Loko Moto, AMAZING! Fast service and super tasty breakfast! Definitely recommend and worth a repeat while we are here! read more

Kanani's Cafe - What is left of the Butter Mochi pancakes and breakfast eggs with spam! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

A place with great service, affordable prices, big portions, and coffee shop level noise?! This is unheard of, especially in times like these. If you haven't tried Kanani's, definitely make an effort to. You feel at home from the servers & crew to the food. Today will not be my last visit here. Hope they get to expand this location or open more! (Almost wanted to gatekeep) read more

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You want a proper ono Hawaiian breakfast with all the love of the islands. This is your place. You'll find local Hawaiians frequenting here for good reason. From a tasty loco moco, guava ice tea, spam musubi's, butter mochi pancakes that needs no syrup, Portuguese sausage, kalua pork Benedict, and some keiki (kids menu) plates. Rice! Yes! Shoyu! Yes! If I were still local, this would definitely be a repeat for fam and I. All the servers were so nice and attentive. The place is small so packs up quickly. Get there early or expect a wait. read more

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Brothers were visiting from out of town. One wanted traditional breakfast. Another wanted something he couldn't get at home (in LA), so a place offering the best loco moco and butter mochi pancakes fit the bill. We love telling visitors that Vegas offers the best Hawaiian food off the island...and Kanani proved that statement to be so true. OMG it was fantastic. Flavorful bites, huge portions, reasonable prices matched up to outstanding service. We will be back for sure. The loco moco with mushroom and onions is definitely a MUST. My husband eats a lot of loco mocos and he said Kanani is the best he has had outside of Hawaii. I recommend sharing a loco moco - add the extras, and then order pancakes for dessert. You won't regret it. read more

First time on Father's Day Small wait but it was worth it. Small restaurant but big portions :) Lots of good food on the menu and prices is very reasonable. They have other extras they sell like chi chi dango mochi,butter mochi,hair clips and magnetic phone pop socket in Hawaii designs. Oh and the vibe is so island style. The family/workers are so nice and very attentive We will be back! read more

Kanani's Cafe - Açaí bowl was a good size portion The drinks!!! Omg such great options - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Late review from last Saturday. Always a pleasure to support this Ohana and its small business. Never lacks service or quality. All staff from both foh to boh is super friendly. Was also nice to see other restaurant owners supporting the business. read more

Kanani's Cafe - Build your own omelette... spam, mushroom, cheese, green peppers. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Came here for Sunday brunch after church and it was perfect. The family that owns this place are very attentive and really sweet. They make you feel comfortable and at home in their restaurant. They ensure your food is taken care of and that they can accommodate anything you might need. We really enjoyed our eggs, rice, toast, Portuguese sausage, and the best MALASADA pancake I've ever had! (Not pictured because we ate it too fast) lol but aside from the the prices are fair and I would definitely come back for the vibe and food! read more

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This restaurant is hands down amazing! My daughter and I have been coming here almost once a week and they have never disappointed us. We get something different every time we went and it wasn't planned. It was just what our cravings told us. We've had pancakes, corned beef hash, kalua quesadilla, breakfast burrito, eggs and bacon, Kanani burger, fries, chop steak...you get the picture. Every item just hits the spot. You really can't go wrong with anything you decide to get. They are all delicious. The one must have item that we both love and always get is: the gravy. We mix it with rice, dip our fries or burger in it, and even pour it over the quesadilla. It's that good and I highly recommend ordering a side of it to go with your meal. You'll thank me later. Everyone at Kanani's are amazing. They are all super chill, have lots of aloha and I never seen any of them stress when it gets a little crazy. This tells me, they are great people, love what they are doing and have pride in their brand. Please support local and give Kanani's Cafe a visit! read more

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Lovely Cafe with a small amount of seating . Staff were nice and the wait wasn't long. The food was delicious and the portions were huge .

Came here on a Monday morning and was seated right away. Greeted Aloha by all the workers and everyone there was so nice. Great way to start the day. We ordered the omelet and malasadas pancakes and they were incredible! We were told to come back and try the mochi pancakes next time and that's exactly what we did the following Monday. Awesome food, can't wait to try the other items on the menu. The Iced Teas were good too. Thank you to both servers for the great recommendations. The ambiance is great too, great music and decorations! read more

Kanani's Cafe - Must get Malasada Pancakes! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Love this spot so much! So homey, and comforting. The food is all so good in their own way. The owner is so nice and she really makes you feel like you're in her own home, which I love. When we came in, the place was full of people that you wouldn't think they had only opened a couple of weeks ago! & the way the owner was chatting up with every table it was like she was hosting her friends at her place lol. We put our names down on the list and waited a short while before we got seated, ordered & got our food. It's a small menu but I know they plan on adding more items. We really wanted the butter mochi pancakes but they were sold out. We were told it's better to call and see if they still have before coming in because they sell out of that one pretty fast. We ordered the portagee Benedict, the Hawaiian omelet and the Malasada pancakes. All of which were so delicious! They also have special iced teas with flavors like guava and pineapple! The hospitality here is unmatched and I hope they continue to thrive! read more

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Noticed the raving reviews at Kanani's and we know why. The seating so well organized and wait staff are spot on. Ashley, our waitress was the best. She was so attentive, full of smiles and personable. Made us feel like we were being served at home and not forced service. She topped off our coffee at the right times and took away our plates just in time so we can prepare to have our dessert (butter mochi pancake). Down to the meal, let's just say, we ate 90% of it and took the rest back to Airbnb; it's that good. Would we come back? Absolutely! Excellent service, cozy great food, atmosphere and homey. read more

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I love supporting small, Hawaii local based businesses so we decided to have a girls brunch here with my friends. It's a very small café so you'll have to be patient if you go during peak eating times. They only have so many tables but do have a bar counter style seating, My favorite was the.Malasadas pancakes... so different and unique... you don't need syrup!! Our waitress is so funny, she had been on a diet and had not tried any of the foods so we were making fun of her and we told her we wanted to order everything just so she could try it with us.. of course we didn't order everything but we did offer for her to eat with us! Haha!! read more

Kanani's Cafe - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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Warm friendly service. Counter seating of 4 and about 10 tables (I think, don't exactly remember). Air condition and clean establishment. The waiter and waitress was helpful, friendly and courteous. We order the butter mochi hotcakes and a side of extra crispy bacon for breakfast. No syrup nor jelly needed. It was delicious with just butter and the bacon made it better. Then, for lunch (yes we returned on the same day) we ordered the loco moco with mushrooms and onions. It was delicious and the gravy was not salty. A big portion for us so yes we had leftovers albeit a very small portion (maybe 4 more bites but was too full to finish even this amount). read more

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Stopped by Kanani's Café in Las Vegas and had such a great experience. I ordered the Boom Kanani combo with butter mochi pancakes, over-medium eggs, a slice of ham, and rice, and everything hit the spot. The butter mochi pancakes were really good they had a nice sweet, chewy texture that honestly made me not want to drown them in syrup. The ham was really good too, and if you know what I mean, it kind of reminded me of bologna in the best way. The rice was fluffy and rounded out the plate perfectly. I originally wanted to dine in, but I had my dog with me and didn't have a leash totally on me and even then, the staff was still incredibly kind, understanding, and welcoming. What really made this place stand out was the amazing customer service. Everyone was friendly and gave off true aloha spirit, making you feel right at home. They had local jams playing, which added to the vibe. The ambiance is very casual, intimate, and cozy, with a small space that feels personal rather than crowded. One helpful note for anyone looking to do takeout their phone number wasn't listed on Yelp when I checked, so I had to find it on Google. The number is +1 (702) 344-7386 hope this helps others who want to order ahead. Overall, great food, great service, great vibes. I'll definitely be back Gotta try the malasada pancake next. read more

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Where to begin: located in a strip mall in the heart of Spring Valley on S Rainbow BLVD. All the food is delicious, I suggest you order plates and share. The malasada and mochi pancakes are HUGE. read more

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I love Loco Moco and this is my favorite Loco Moco in Las Vegas. The patties are homemade and you can really taste the freshness and all the flavors. When it's available please try their Butter Mochi Cake. Let's talk about their service, the attention to every diner is amazing. They are very friendly and stay on top of each table. Your cup of coffee and drinks will always be topped off. Tejia was so awesome. This is a true Gem for food and service. read more

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The restaurant is a narrow space with a cute Hawaiian mural. The staff were very friendly and so welcoming. They were gracious in helping with the food selection. We ordered various dishes. It was a mom and son date out so the boys got beautiful French toasts and also the loco moco. No complaints and full belly's. The moms enjoyed various eggs like the Kalua pig eggs Benedict and omelette as well as the pineapple sausage scramble. We also shared a delicious mochi pancake that is amazing & didn't need a syrup. Overall, we will definitely be returning to enjoy the food and you should try it too. read more

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