Wow, THIS WAS MY FAVORITE MEAL OF THE ISLAND. The boil was absolutely ridiculous and the blue crab…read morewas so fresh. This was better than boiling crab for those of you familiar with it. No frills but better seafood than a 5 star restaurant. Totally check this out on your way back from Waimea canyon. Wow wow blew me out of the water!!!!

We just happened to be in the area and enjoyed the Lihue location so much, we voted to go to the…read moreWaimea location for lunch and try a few more dishes :) Waimea is as good as Lihue :) The Spicy Shrimp and Shrimp Tempura are also good. We also loved the flavored teas drinks ( Thai Ice Tea, Iced Sweet Matcha Green Tea, and a iced raspberry lemonade). Service is an excellent one-man show. Food was prepared perfectly and we left no crumbs. Ambiance are outdoor picnic tables.

Our favorite poke of the trip! It was conveniently located near our hotel, the fish was incredibly…read morefresh, and the service was fast but still friendly. So, so good. We would absolutely come back here next time we're in Kauai!

This is a great spot to get a poki plate. Everything tasted fresh…read more Parking is very limited. We had to wait for someone to leave so that we can park. They have a stand only counter space out front. It's a nice view of the street. I really like that they had a sink outside to wash your hand before and after eating. They have to go snacks and jerky as well Merch. Their macaroni was ok. It's portioned for about four spoonfuls. It had potatoes in it which I wasn't expecting. I bought a masubi as a to go snack. It was pretty good. I had the best fish plate. I chose the spicy Aji and shrimp. I got it with the edamame and cucumbers. I really enjoyed the crunch and the freshness of the cucumbers. The only thing I would suggest is that the plates could use a little more rice.

This market has everything you could need, including a juice bar that also serves acai bowls…read more(Anake's Juice Bar), flower stand, and poke spot (Lawai'a Fish Co) inside. The acai bowl place as poppin', I'll definitely have to come back and try it. They also sold juice shots from Kauai Juice Co and mason jars with overnight oats in all different flavors. We opted to get the PB and banana one, excited to give it a try. They sell tons of local products and meats. Unfortunately no local Kaua'i eggs sold here, go to Hoku market for that. They also sell Gina's banana bread for $8.50 near the register, they are huge portions and she doesn't skimp on the nuts, very tasty!! Next to the poke, they also have a food warmer stocked with to-go hot breakfast bentos as well as musubi. Wish I knew that earlier during my trip!

Tried a bunch of poke places and this was my favorite. Especially the creamy scallops! Everything…read moreis top notch quality and not that busy. They have seatings inside the store. I love this little store. The smoothie place inside is super legit too.

Saw this place on a YouTube episode on tryguys and it sounded amazing. We were in kauai before our…read moreflight and im disappointed we didn't try them sooner. We got there at a good time line was minimal and we brought the crowd with us once again lol. Honestly didnt know what to get because I was overwhelmed by all the different choices available everything looked so good but I always have a default 2choice poke bowl with anything spicy ahi, and got there gingah spread ahi. You can also choose different toppings for your bowl and of course why not get all of them to compliment the fresh poke even more. The ahi was super fresh and ONO (delicious) melt in your mouth kine action so soft. This is one of those stops when you first land "next stop lawai'a" lol iykyk. 300

Automatic 5 stars for me for Lawai'a Fish Co…read more Stopped here otw back to the airport for a quick lunch & was amazed by the plate lunches options, poke (tofu poke too), and even bakery items here. There was a small line when we arrived, but it moved very quickly. Decided to get their 2 choice poke bowl - with all rice, poke choices I got were da ginger one & spicy ahi.. and of course I got all the toppings (which are included). My poke bowl was super good. Da ginger one poke was by far my favorite!! Can tell the fish is super fresh since it has that melt in your mouth texture that every local craves. This is definitely gonna be my first stop on my next visit back to Kauai!

Da Booze Shop was a great surprise we stumbled upon while going to the market down the road. We…read morewaited about 15 minutes for our food, and the staff was genuinely friendly from the moment we walked in til the moment we left. Me and my friend split the mahi katsu and the Kekkahot chicken, and both were excellent. The mahi was cooked perfectly, with a light crispy batter that let the fish stay juicy and tender topped with their furikake blend and sauce it's a perfect plate lunch food. The Kekkahot chicken was just as impressive. If you've had Zippy's Korean Chicken, imagine that but better. The chicken was incredibly moist, the breading stayed crunchy, and the savory sauce coated everything without making it soggy. The only thing that kept this from being a 5 star visit was the mac salad. It was a little bland for my taste, not bad by any means, just average compared to how good everything else was. That being said, I'd definitely come back especially for that mahi katsu.

I got a loco moco from here while in the area. The wait on a weekend for takeout was about 30…read moreminutes, but we had a group of 3 people. I was super excited to see that they had a loco moco on their menu. There was rice, a hamburger patty, egg, and tons of gravy. Everything was flavorful and the meat was tender. This dish is pretty heavy on the rice. There are a couple tables outside and the parking was all street parking. They have lots of different options and mini plates, which was perfect for me. I would stop by here again if I were in the area. The staff was friendly here.

Pretty quick service about 15 min to order and get food…read more Both plates we got were delicious! Would def come back to try other plates! Looks like there is outdoor seating if wanted, we took to go to head back to the beach. Definitely come here if you're looking for good yummy food, to eat there or head out!

It is located around businesses. We had to walk around the building to find it. It's a small little…read moreshop with seating outside under a patio. The service was like a takeout spot. I ordered a poke plate with spicy Aji and kimchi cucumbers. I feel like the plate was a little small for $22. The cucumbers were not as crunchy and a bit soggy. The fish was good. I left hungry though.

June 2026 I loved…read morethis small and quaint super market. We grabbed the poke bowl and a few bento boxes to go. The poke was delicious! It had just a hint of sesame seed oil and that made it so fabulous.

*** Great store to grab food *** *** Part of ABC Store…read moreFamily *** Sueoka Market has all your small market needs. Grab some food like spam musubi which was our fave to eat for your hikes or the beach. They have bentos and a variety of sweet and salty items but don't go too late as they do run out. Since they are part of the ABC Store family, you save your receipts to get a free gift when you spend a certain amount of money. We went to several markets but this one was our go to. They also carry everything else like souvenirs, water shoes, etc.

Oh my GOD...TIKI DAVE is so very glad that this place has stood the test of time after all these…read moreyears. My wife and I discovered this place way back before we had kids in, I don't know, what, the mid-2000s... And it is EXACTLY like I remember. We hit Waimea Canyon and then had just enough time to hit SHRIMP STATION after which I demanded we hit on our way back to our cruise ship. I think I ordered the "Sweet Chile Garlic Shrimp" last time but I decided to try the half and half of that as well as the "Got Garlic". Let me tell you, the winner is absolutely the "Sweet Chile Garlic Shrimp"! Both are awesome and don't be afraid of the chile because it really isn't spicy. The shrimp is cooked absolutely perfectly. A great crunch...al dente, if you will. Sop up the delicious sauce in the rice and OMG...I am still craving this a month later. Dishes range in price from $16.95 to $19.95 (probably $10 back when in the day in the early 2000s) but still totally worth it. SON OF TIKI DAVE ordered the Coconut Shrimp and it was amazing, too. I tried it. TIKI DAVE of TIKI DAVE'S TERRIFIC TRIPS / TIKI DAVE TRAVEL loves SHRIMP STATION! I will be making a video of my experience so... Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@TIKIDAVETRAVEL And follow! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565274777775&mibextid=ZbWKwL https://www.instagram.com/tikidavetravel/?__d=1%2F%3Fhidemenu%3Dtrue

Wow. What a gem of a place we spontaneously stumbled into. We must have arrived at a great (and…read morelucky) time because there was only one person ahead of us, and we got our food relatively fast. We ordered the beer battered shrimp, garlic shrimp, and cajun shrimp, and all three exceeded expectations. For the price, I was genuinely shocked by the quantity given. I came in expecting to order more, but it was very plentiful and well-priced. My only feedback is that I wished the cajun shrimp had a bit more of a kick. The extra heat was there, but I found myself wanting just a little more. Medium spice would have probably been my sweet spot. No notes on the garlic shrimp though, as it delivered exactly as described. That garlic and olive oil combination? Yum. The beer battered shrimp, however, was surprisingly good. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did. It was simple, yet perfect. Think Long John Silver's fried shrimp, but better, done right, and insanely good. Here's a fun fact: we actually only ordered two plates the first time, loved it so much that we went back and ordered another. Yes, it was that good. As I'm typing this review back at home, I'm already salivating thinking about going back for another bite. Overall, this place was phenomenal and we'd return in a heartbeat. I'm aware it tends to get busy, and we definitely got lucky with our timing. Note: the food is great, but I personally wouldn't wait in a long line for it. That said, if there are only one or two people ahead of you, absolutely swing by. And beyond the food, the staff, from the cashier to everyone in the back, were a total delight and made the whole experience feel warm and homey.

Great selection of fresh fish and grab to go bento boxes. This place has a little bit of…read moreeverything. We went with the shoyu ahi poke bowl. It was very fresh and tasty. It was balanced very well with the rice too. I also tried the pork Lau Lau. Yummy surprise at this place. I would recommend venturing out of the norm of poke/seafood and try that dish. Pork was juicy and tender

A Kauai local favorite. Only a 10 minute drive from the airport…read more There is a lot of parking in front. As you drive you will see a 7-11 across the street it is easy to miss the turn. It's an okazuya style no seats just grab an They have ready made bentos and musubi's that you can just grab and go. They are known for their famous fried chicken that has a ginger somewhat sweet flavor that keeps you coming back for more. I like to get their poke bowls. They are also known for their fresh Malasadas I get the cream cheese filled one. There is something for everyone which makes it a great spot to stop and grab and no wonder it's a local favorite.

Costco is the place to go to reduce the overwhelming costs of inflation. Granted- it is still…read moreexpensive and I have notice my purchased went from $250 a week to $400 plus. Still it is obviously the best place to get the most for your buck. Our location has some distinct qualities that you may want to know before you go. 1) this is a local gathering place, if your expecting a Costco-RAT-Race, like the mainland, think again. People often stop to give hugs and aloha to friends they see, staying to chat in inconvenient areas to tourist (I am totally guilty of this, and I love seeing my friends, students and their families- you just got to send them your "ALOHA") This may be annoying to some people, but it is a way of life here- so just be happy to have a little slice of aloha. 2) they don't always have stock- Tuesdays are a great day to go. Lastly, 3) checking out. If you choose to self-check out... you may be confused. As it stands now, and for a really long time, there is one line to stand in for 3 lanes of check out. Is it logical: no. Does it confuse visitors and even people like me: yes. For some reason, Costco wants all self-checkout folks to stand in one line and then go calmly and orderly to whichever of the 3 checkout lane openings is free. This really confuses visitors, and sometimes even leaves them with stink eye or scoldings from the locals. After all, those who live on Kauai have been trained to the 1 line system. About 1/2 the time, there is a staff that alerts the next person to go to the available self-check out, but where they are not there, or need to assist someone with self-checkout or review and ID for alcohol: they are not there. I am really not sure why they have kept this single line system, rather than having 3 lines, but I guess there must be some reason for this. Does anyone know? 4) Please be kind to the staff, offer some aloha to them- Q, Carry and Deb are some of my favorite folks. Costco always tolerates me coming in costume as Darth Vadar and Princess Leia. This Costco is part of the aloha experience- please treat it with love. ***** If you are an executive member- this Costco is opening earlier for you! Make sure you check the times, this Saturday they opened at 8:45am and weekdays they open at 9am for the Executive Members. Enjoy and alooooha!

It was our last day in Kauai, and didn't want to spend our time at the airport, waiting for our…read moreredeye flight. So decided to go to Costco to see if their optical department could tighten my Costco glasses before heading back to the mainland. The optical department closes earlier than the store itself, so we ended up wandering around. We intentionally went there on the last day after our luggage had been packed, thinking it would prevent us from buying things to bring back. But there were two things that we don't see on the mainland, that were of good price: 1.5 Coffee beans from Molokai Estate Coffee (100% from Molokai, and which my wife confirmed later was very good) and a Ube cream Liquor from the Philippines, that went great with the said coffee. Both fit in our checked bags and made it home safe. It wasn't too crowded because it was close to closing and was of large size, including self checkout lanes. Another good visit to Costco.