Staff is on top of it and food is seriously so good. Karaage is a must order. That crunch and…read moreflavor reminds me of growing up with my actual Japanese grandma. I was so so happy first bite. Don't sleep on their sushi. Super fresh and good quality, super delicious. Tuna sampler is a great price for what you get. Soba with tempura is yummy and fulfilled my craving. Dipping sauce was tasty. They know how to fry tempura the right way! Love that the seating is all outdoors. It's spacious and comfortable with the breeze. Lots of shade, no table is in the direct sun. We went early when they opened without reservations and found plenty parking and got sat immediately as a party of 4.

I love sitting outside and the garden was so adorable. Hamatchi the cat was very friendly and sat…read morewith us before dinner. Drinks came out after the meal came, which was a bit strange- BUT everything tasted so fresh, it was worth it. They had tamari (gluten free soy sauce) already on the table which was really nice. Staff was so kind and friendly, enjoyable experience.

Ramen so good it's a knockout! (Kids fell asleep :)…read more Vinegar eggs an interesting twist

Kimama was situated on the second floor, right above Porky's. The interior was pretty cute with a…read moreJapanese beer house feel to it. You can watch the chefs working on dishes thru the open counter kitchen. Our server was friendly and took our orders right away. However, our food was served in two waves as the ramen was served early, but the rice dishes arrived much later. Our server came to our table to address the wait for the rice dishes so at least they were aware of the problem. The ramen was gourmet and the portions were generous. I ordered a Chashu bowl and it came in a small rice bowl, which was a perfect amount for me as I wasn't very hungry. It was small and mighty with a jam egg, 2 slices of Chashu and a bed of rice. I just wish the meat was tender and rice was less dry. My fiancé ordered the Katsudon and liked it. The servers kept dropping by to check on us so we did feel taken care of. Overall it's a good place for some ramen if you are in the mood.

Food is good The atmosphere is cozy…read more It's a must try when in Kauai. Sometimes a bit crowded but general the wait isn't long

Have to agree with the haters on this one. Visited based on various YouTuber recommendations…read more Unfortunately I found this restaurant to be mid to lower tier. Maybe I'm spoiled by really good food in L.A. Environment is fun. Very local vibe with all counter seating. You have to have visited before to know how to order exactly what you want. Not a lot of service or explanation happening here. The beef was gamey, the chicken was over cooked. Broth was flavorful and noodles were fine, but the wontons with doughy and a bit undercooked/hard. The place was full and people seem To like it. Wish I had a better experience.

We came here after the Makana Tour of the Na Pali tour and the food was exactly what we needed…read moreafter a day on the ocean. The tonkotsu broth was one of the most solid ramen broths I've had on the islands and their chashu was different from what we've traditionally had but it was a delightful surprise. Service was excellent! We were welcomed in with a smile and while it's a smaller spot, everyone seemed to be enjoying the food and conversation. Highly recommend grabbing a bowl of ramen here! I wish I had a photo to share but we were so hungry we just jumped in. Pro tip: order the fried tofu and add it to your ramen!

An awesome find that we happened to stop by. Before I get into it let's just say that is was so…read moregood we ate there 2 days in a row. What's the deal? Roast duck just like you had in San Francisco cooked by a chef from China. It was awesome. Kalbi short ribs that were moist mouth watering just like your favorite K-BBQ. The crispy pork belly was another "just like" Chinatown SF. All in all a great find when you're in the mood for really good Chinese specialty food.

Every time we're in Kauai, always dine at Eating once or twice. Fantastic food, service and views…read more We had reservations which are highly recommended. Request a table near the windows for a sunset view. We arrived and were greeted and seated immediately. Shortly afterwards we were served complementary spicy edamame. We ordered three appetizers to share. Brussel Sprouts & Cauliflower, Black Garlic & Yuzu Ahi Tartar and Vietnamese Style Sashimi. The Brussel Sprouts & Cauliflower was excellent, golden raisins and pine nuts add sweetness and texture, balsamic vinegar counters with wonderful acid contrast. The Black Garlic & Yuzu Ahi Tartar is simply fabulous, one of the best bites I have ever had. I first had this dish two years ago when it was introduced as a new dish in a prefix meal. On that trip we returned to enjoy the dish once again. Had it again last year as I travel to Kauai each year. I'm happy to see it is still on the menu! Our third dish was the Vietnamese Style Sashimi and it was okay, although a bit underwhelming for Eating House standards. It was fresh but lack the complexity that I have grown to expect from this restaurant. We requested some wasabi and it helped with the flavors. My thinking is the jalapeño oil should have been more concentrated or pronounced. To be clear I did not complain, regardless the dish was removed from our bill. Very nice. Thank you. The server was friendly and knowledgeable. The view at sunset was amazing. Looking forward to returning. Highly recommended!

It was great to know that there was an elevator to bring us up to the level of the restaurant…read more After a terrible experience at another restaurant, it gave me the idea to call and see if they had an elevator near by. The front desk staff guided me to the elevator. This trip was for my birthday. In every reservation when asked about a special occasion, I put birthday. This was the first restaurant to acknowledge my special day. The check-in staff wished me well as did the server. We had been to several restaurants prior to Eating House that didn't say a word. Kudos to the staff for its kindness. The restaurant is open air and very comfortable. It has a rustic feel. We were seated by the window on a cool, rainy night but were perfectly dry the whole evening. On top of that, our server was very helpful in guiding us to order the right amount of food. He brought us a serving of edamame which is always on the house. The shrimp & pork potstickers were very good. I had the ramen which was tasty, filling and a great choice. Our server was terrific to put the spicy oil on the side which made it easier for me to eat. My husband had the butterfish which is the best I have ever tasted. It is a signature dish and always a pleaser. The only real downside is the limited menu. We were told that because of a staff shortage, it wasn't the typical menu. This was disappointing. But they did have the best of the Roy's dishes. So far, it has been the best experience that we have had in Poipu.

Casual restaurant with really great food. My favorite was the chili pepper fried chicken. Spicy,…read moresavory, sweet, and nice and crispy. The fried Brussels sprouts are also a must get! Everything came out very fresh and crispy. Glad we stopped here.

First time to Kaua'i and I'm looking for some local eats. From the reviews I've read, this seems to…read morebe a popular place. GETTING THERE: It was extremely easy to find. Its right off a main road and you cannot miss it. Parking lot was a bit small, but there was plenty of parking. AMBIANCE: When I went there was plenty of seating. A bit dead, but I also did go pretty early. There were a bunch of decor of older American pop culture like Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris, etc. But also Hawaiian themed decor (obviously). SERVICE: You gotta walk up to the front to order. I was approached almost immediately as soon as I walked up to the menu on the screen. The girl working was super friendly and welcoming. I made my order and she gave me a pager for when my food was ready. FOOD: I ordered the chili pepper chicken, which was recommended from the girl at the counter. My friend ordered the ahi katsu. The chili pepper chicken was good! It was crispy and extremely flavorful. It was slightly too salty for my taste, but luckily the rice does help balance it out. Some of the crispness was sacrificed for the sauce, but it was overall still pretty crispy. I loved that they used boneless chicken thigh. I was expecting bones or lots of breading but it actually had a perfect ratio. I wasn't much a fan of the mac salad. It was like a mix of mac and potato salad, but more like a potato salad. I'm not big on potato salad, so that makes sense. My friend's ahi katsu was alright in my opinion. The sauce that's on it was good and enjoyed all the flavors. The tuna was just a bit overcooked to my liking, but idk how else one would make a katsu without overlooking it too much. Maybe bread the fish and freeze it before frying? Idk man, I'm not a chef lol but the tuna would definitely be better if it was less cooked. OVERALL: Honestly, I would still come here again. I still enjoyed the meal and the service was pretty quick. Both items were both worth trying. All the flavors were there and the little things I didn't like were just personal preferences. Its a great place to pick up a lunch plate and enjoy it at the beach.

I've gotten hooked on ramen in recent weeks thanks to my girlfriend and the ramen restaurants that…read moreshe knows on Oahu Island. So when I was in Kaua'i recently, I finally decided to give Aloha Ramen inside Kukui Grove Center's food court a try, and the food certainly did not disappoint at all! Service is great, and the portions are wonderful too! I had the Veggie Ramen and Veggie Rolls and they were delicious, nice and hot (of course, had to find ways to cool it down so it could not burn my mouth or tongue so easily!). Aloha Ramen has a wide variety of menu items and dishes at great prices! Nothing too luxurious or fancy, but it's a great value for your money!

Decent ramen in a local mall food court. It was tasty, reasonably priced and quick so no…read morecomplaints here. It's your average run in the mill ramen, nothing that really stood out. Good for quick food court food- more like 3.5 stars . Plenty of tables and seats in a covered pavilion to enjoy our meal. They did have a combo option that came with a mini ramen bowl and some appetizers such as gyoza, mochiko chicken, tempura, etc... the mini ramen wasn't too mini, it was a sufficient size for me and they gave me a lot of noodles so I shared the noodles with the hubs.

Excellent consistent dishes wonderful service and delightful ambiance. Love this place.read more

We had reservations, were seated immediately. The setting is stunningly beautiful (even though low…read morelying misty clouds covered a lot of the mountain) - we were seated under the open air porch. We shared the large green papaya salad - fresh crunchy and delicious - and the chicken satay bowl (roasted Jidori chicken thighs, bok choy, soft egg*, scallions, sweet peppers, chili crisp broccoli and a peanut, coconut, satay sauce) - both were fabulous. We also had the sake flight - unique and fun to try. Highly recommend!

Best meal of the trip. That seared ahi with jasmine garlic rice is something I'll go back home…read moredreaming about. It was a perfect sear (didn't taste wasabi but the shoyu flavor sear is to die for), complementary flavors of the rice and perfectly seasoned wok bok slaw. The wagyu tenderloin and Mac nut crusted fish were also so, so delicious. Honestly, I'd be happy to eat any of these three entrees. The tako escargot was beyond over cooked, however the flavors were exceptional. I'd order it again and give it another try. Tastes just like authentic French escargot, and make sure to dip the provided bread into all that delicious butter. We ended the night with the chocolate purse and it was so light, but still so fulfilling. This location kicks mauis locations butt in food! Server was great and knew lots of fun facts about the Merriman restaurants. They were very accommodating with my baby. Thanks for the best meal of our trip, Merrimans!

Such a wonderful experience! Before being seated at the bar,…read morethere was a flex area at the top of the stairs. We grabbed drinks and then transitioned inside where there was live music and epic views from every angle. The ambiance rivals the food only in the sense of all stars. It was Mother's Day and there were specials we ordered for entrees. My husband had the Venison and I had the catch of the day. Definitely check this place out. I would make it a point to go every time I visit Kauai

I've been here several times and always had a wonderful experience. This is my first time back…read moresince renovations. Loved it. Food was ono (delicious), service was wonderful, food came out in a timely manner and atmosphere was nice. Restaurant was busy with couples, families and celebrations, really nice to see. No real formal attire is expected. Many dressed up, many very informal, others just wearing their board shorts and t shirt, or had just pau hana or finish work, saw a table of construction workers. Our waitress was Herenui. She was wonderful, easy to wala'au (talk with), knowledgeable, sweet and very attentive.

The Shirley temple is buss and all the food is amazing, and you always gotta look for Mr. Arnell.read more