The wait is worth it, I promise. My family of 7 waited for about an hour to be seated. This place is small so, we expected to wait for a while. Finally got seated and was welcomed with so much aloha! All the staff were so kind and our waiter, Kolby, was amazing. Made sure all our orders were correct and made us feel well taken care of. The food was just as amazing as the staff. Family favorites were the Loco Moco, Butter Mochi Hotcakes and (our #1 favorite) the MALASADA HOTCAKES. If you love a fresh malasada, you need to try. Thank you to the Kanani Cafe ohana for a great first time experience. We'll definitely be back! read more

I've never posted a yelp review as I'm not the usual type of person to but, Kanani's is exactly what I needed. If you're a local missing home like me & you're craving that bacon, eggs, & rice combo or corn beef hash...this is the spot. #supportlocalbusinesses read more

Kanani's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

WHEW those malasada hotcakes are out of this world!! I ordered the breakfast burrito and would definitely recommend, especially with the sour cream and lomi tomato duo Food was incredible, and the workers are so personable! Overall, amazing brunch spot, and I'll definitely be recommending this to my friends and family 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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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Loco moco is top tier. That sauce is so rich. Love that the patty has onions in it. Honestly, better than the loco moco that I had when I was in Hawaii. Butter mochi pancakes were the perfect texture. Haven't dined in yet, but even service for to-go was amazing. Working staff helped me bring out food to my car when I said I'd just make two trips read more

Wow, this place embodies the Aloha spirit! I was so impressed by how busy it was, but the food was absolutely delicious. It's clear this is a family-owned spot, and you can taste the passion in every bite. Definitely a must-try if you're looking for a fantastic meal. We found our go-to spot when we are in Las Vegas. We are already planning our next visit! From the mochi and malasada pancakes to the passion drinks and kalua pig omelet. True Hawaiian style. The staff is amazing and have great personalities and reminded me of being back on the island. Great atmosphere!!! read more

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Ok so wish I was able to sit inside and enjoy kanani's cafe but this was a pickup and go since my parents needed to go to the airport. Got the kalua pork benedict for my mom and got the mochi pancakes for myself. Let me say the pancakes were so light, but filled me up. Also the staff that I got to interact with quickly were kind to me, as well as everyone that showed up. Can't wait to stop and get the full experience read more

Kanani's Cafe - Kalua pork benedict - Cafes Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

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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Being born & raised in Oahu....This spot really made me think of "home". The way they talk pidgin and hearing them tell the elder women, "hi aunty". Really made me feel like I was in Hawaii again. The food...omg!!! The butter mochi pancakes!!!! I need to come back again for that. And they're HUGE! They definitely need to be shared. Their plates are also huge. My niece and her bf also got the malasadas pancakes and they said it tasted exactly like it but smashed flat! Definitely will be back. Loved the ALOHA here read more

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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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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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I definitely recommend Kanani's Cafe what stood out for me was the Butter Mochi Pancakes. Try it without syrup first. It's a soft seared pancake with slightly crusted edges but when bite into it, you'll want more Special mahalo to Charlsee for her excellent service! You'll be taken care from beginning to end. How often does a manager come out to check if everything is ok? Twice! read more

Today was the hamburger steak... off the chain. The best so far in this town. Patties were filled with flavor. Gravy on point. Service always always top notch. Vibes for days. Hot and fresh, no waiting for days like other places. Sets them apart. Keeping it real. read more

Kanani's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Da BOMB food! Everything was sooooo ono! Our favorite was the mochi and malasada hotcakes. And to know Kanani is homegrown Makaha/Wai'anae girl, even bettah! Yesssuh! You can't get any closer to home. When you're in Southwest Las Vegas, eating here is a MUST! read more

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Hidden gem newly opened on Rainbow. Staff are great and friendly and make good recommendations. Service is top notch and ownership is handsome checking in on tables and meals. We have been several times and the mochi pancakes are a must. So many good dishes and portions are good value. 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

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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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The food was onolicious! My dad and I came on a Sunday after church and we waited for about 25 mins as it was packed. But it was well worth the wait. I had the corned beef hash extra crispy and my dad had the malasada pancakes and a few sides. He said he loved the pancakes. I also had the guava juice (not freshly squeezed) but still good. The service was excellent and very friendly! Will definitely come back! read more

Kanani's Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Got to come here on their soft opening day. The moment we walked in we were seated and greeted. All aloha spirit in here I loved it. The interior is beautiful and so welcoming, reminded me of all the little cafes in Hawaii with beautiful artwork and amazing vibes. There were so many amazing menu options to choose from I def had to come back to try their lunch options. I started off with the açaí bowl which usually I don't care for but this was delicious and packed to da maxxx. The granola was so flavorful and the fruits were perfect. Afterwards I had the butter mochi hotcakes and let me tell you... I didn't even need syrup, this was loaded with so much flavor and was so buttery it just melted it your mouth. We were shook. Lastly, you can't go wrong with a traditional Hawaiian breakfast. I opted for the west side scramble. The cheese was melted perfectly on there and the toast on the side had melted butter on it oooh it was just what I needed. Don't sleep on their speciality drinks either!! I got the ice cake lemonade and I would buy a whole jug of that to have at home hahaha. I can't wait to come back and mahalo for such an amazing experience! read more

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Fantastic place with wonderful atmosphere and even better food. Staff were super friendly and the owner was checking people in and taking orders herself. Love to see it and can't wait to be back! Best Loco Moco I've ever had. read more

Ashley's service was fantastic. She made great recommendations and helped us navigate the menu so we could make sure we got a good variety. The loco moco is soo good! And the mochi pancakes with strawberries were my favorite. We'll definitely be back again to try other items. read more

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Everything was flavorful, fresh, and hit the spot. You can definitely taste the authentic island flavors in every dish. The food was cooked perfectly and the portions were generous. This place is definitely worth checking out. Mom enjoyed the butter mochi pancake and I had Da Big Boy plate. So ono! Staff was friendly and great customer service. Restaurant is clean and welcoming. I'll definitely be coming back for more. read more

This place definitely feels like back home in Hawaii. I walk in and everybody was having great conversation. The place was a bit small, but i got there early so they had a lot of tables. You must try is the malasada pancakes sooooo good. and the Chee Hoo omelette. Staff is super friendly and welcoming. i'll be back soon. read more

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You can taste the Hawaiian twist in these dishes. I loved the Mochi Pancakes with strawberry topping. Loco Moco is an islanders favorite read more

Went here for brunch on Valentine's Day with the family. It was busy, we waited about 20 minutes for a table. The staff was great! Super friendly and lots of Aloha! The food was delicious! We got the Kailua Pig & Cabbage, Patty Melt, Breakfast Butrito & Malasada Hotcakes. Definitely try the malasada hotcakes if you go! It was a hit with the family. read more

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There is a reason why "ohana" keeps coming up in every review. The moment we walked in, Kolby's warm "Aloha" makes you feel like you just came home to have breakfast. The service Kolby provided was top notch from beginning to end, even though it was busy. Kanani came out to check on us as well. This type of hospitality has become a rarity, in this city, which was once the norm. So it was refreshing to experience this at Kanani's. Kolby suggested Hot Cakes with Bananas, a childhood favorite of his (Ask him to tell you the story, made the food even better). We also had the Loco Moco, probably the best we've had here in Vegas. We rarely order it, because it's always just ok everywhere else. So we're happy that we trusted Kolby's suggestion. I did multiple happy food dances during my meal. The place may be small, but it's mighty in warmth and all the ohana feels. This would be a place I would happily wait in line for. read more

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Went to Kanani's for the first time and the food was so ono!!! Comfort food bringing memories of familiar hawaii taste. If you from big island, her pancakes taste just like Teshimas! The staff are wonderful, place is small so go now cause she's going to get busy once people learn of her place! Thank you Kanani! We will definitely be back read more

Love another Hawaii breakfast spot to satisfy our cravings. Been here a couple times already and absolutely love the service and aloha!!! I would give 10 stars just for service alone. Mochi pancakes are the bomb!! And food is pretty good. Place is cute just a little small but not too bad. Will be back again for sure! read more

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The food was good. They serve brunch foods. The service was great. The servers were accommodating and personable. The restaurant is small but it was nice. read more

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Two words: MALASADA PANCAKES. Service was quick, servers were personable, food was delicious -- so delicious that my phone definitely couldn't eat first. Not writing a review and gate keeping this place would be great, but also selfish. I will definitely be recommending and returning! read more

Kanani's Cafe - Malasada pancakes - Cafes Near Me - Las Vegas, Nevada

Found this place from other Yelpers and might have been the meal of our trip! This is the sort of breakfast place you would find locals at in Hawaii! We had the Loco Moco, the Hawaiian omelette, Da Boom Kanani , and Da Big Boy. The Hawaiian omelette with kalua pig was great - the tomatoes and onions really worked. Da Boom Kanani had a short stack of pancakes, which you could modify to either butter mochi or malasada pancakes. Just as-is, the pancakes were great, with a nice crispy edge. It has been a while since we have seen furikake available as well as Aloha shoyu at each table. Eggs were prepared perfectly - over medium was not over or under done. Loco Moco came with two thick patties, not low cost thin frozen patties. Service was super friendly as well. This is a locals place that had lots of "locals" looking for a bit of aloha. If we had discovered this place sooner, we would have been back a few times! read more

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