My wife and I celebrated our wedding anniversary at Hukilau Lanai, and it turned out to be a…read morewonderful evening. Good drinks, delicious food, and a beautiful ocean view that made the occasion even more special. The food was solid across the board, and the wait staff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming without being overbearing. vThe restaurant is part of a small timeshare resort so can have a lot of traffic on the property. When we visited, it wasn't crowded, making for an even more enjoyable dining experience. One of the highlights was the live music coming from the bar, which created the perfect ambiance on the lanai without overwhelming the conversation. The noise level was just right--my wife and I could easily talk without having to raise our voices. Add in the gentle ocean breeze, and it made for a comfortable, memorable evening. If you're looking for a laid-back Maui restaurant with goodt views, good food, and a peaceful atmosphere, Hukilau Lanai is well worth a visit. Mahalo.

My husband and I visited Kauai for the second time and dined at Hukilau Lanai on May 4, 2026…read more Overall, our dining experience was good with one exception: the receiving hostess at the front desk was NOT pleasant. Our server, Andrew, was excellent. He was nice, knew answers to questions we had, offered recommendations and was attentive. Our food was delicious! We had the Beach Boy Salad, Wally's Steak Crown Royal, and the Prime Rib au Jus. Both were very delicious!! I would have liked to give 5 stars, but deducted one because of the hostess up front. When we arrived she DID NOT say hello or anything equivalent. She did NOT smile. She was NOT welcoming. As we approached the desk, my husband said, "Hello, we have a dinner reservation for 5:30. She said, "Your name?". My husband gave her our last name. Then she said, "She'll take you". She barely acknowledged us, NEVER a smile. That is not customer service. Please retrain her on how to represent the restaurant, customer service, and just basic manners.

We had a wonderful dinner at The Bistro and would definitely come back…read more We arrived during happy hour (3-5 p.m.), which was a great bonus--draft beers were only $3, making it an excellent value. We also loved the atmosphere. The restaurant is open and airy, with plenty of fresh air, creating a relaxed island vibe. We started with several small plates. The beet salad was fresh, beautifully prepared, and large enough to share. The highlight of the appetizers, however, was the local Kauai prawns. They were perfectly cooked and served sizzling in an iron skillet with a rich, lemon-butter sauce that was absolutely delicious. Definitely a must-order! For our entrées, we had the Catch of the Day and the Chicken Marsala. The Catch of the Day was outstanding--fresh, expertly prepared, and easily the star of the meal. The Chicken Marsala was flavorful and well-cooked, though it was just a little saltier than I personally prefer. Overall, the food quality was great, the service was friendly and attentive, and the entire dining experience was outstanding. If you're visiting Kauai, don't miss the Catch of the Day--it was exceptional! We highly recommend The Bistro for delicious food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Made a reservation for 8 by emailing the restaurant a week or two in advance. An open air casual…read morerestaurant, it has a small bar area & decent size seating area. The group started with Caesar salads, house salad & the beet salad. For entrees, 2 chose blackened sea bass, 2 chose the pork chop w/ pineapple whiskey sauce. Also chose chili pepper chicken & mushroom risotto croquettes. Kids had fettuccine Alfredo. All were good except we found a piece of plastic in the croquettes. Obviously those were returned. The pork chop was served with perfectly cooked sautéed spinach. However, the sauce was thin & had no hint of whiskey. The chicken was kind of dry - it needed a dipping sauce. Lilikoi cheesecake was good, not great. The berry compote served on side overpowered the lilikoi sauce drizzled on the plate. Service was friendly & fairly prompt. Overall, a nice dinner, but not anything to rave about.

Very beautifully decorated restaurant with very kind staff members…read more Calamari, ahi sashimi, and buffalo chicken sandwich was delicious. Awesome customer service here as well.

Keoki's Paradise excels in ambiance and hospitality with the lush greenery, tiki torches, and that…read moreopen air island atmosphere...and the cocktail program. The food, while perfectly acceptable, didn't quite match the magic of the surroundings. Our party of three had arrived with high hopes while we waited 30 minutes after our reservation time. The star of the night was the Kauai Mule which was cucumber infused specialty cocktail, which was followed by a second! The entrées of Seven Spice Ahi, Panko & Mac Nut Crusted Fish along with Nachos (as a main), were pleasant but leaned toward "fine" rather than exceptional. It was suggested by our server that was attentive, but not overly. We ended sharing the highly overrated Original Hula Pie which I didn't realize it was with macadamia nut ice cream until I reread the menu as it tasted like vanilla. Other guests rave about this dessert? One eats with more than just the eyes.

Everything was amazing!…read more Anela our waitress was on her game! Food came out on time, and so delicious! Gabe and Ali know their stuff! Including drinks :) The vibes were set! 10/10 great job!

Best food I've had so far on the island. Unique takes on classic dishes (don't just believe me, try…read moretheir Mac-and-cheese bites!). Their dry-aged steak is worth it as a main shareable dish with a unique butter compote smothered on top - you truly don't need a side dish for it. The cocktails/mocktails are also very unique and delicious. Wait staff was attentive and helpful, even with a tree nut allergy at the table. I would recommend making reservations and having this as a must-eat location in Northern Kauai!

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 ...

The fish market was excellent. We tried the ahi AI burrito and it's definitely a must get. We…read moreordered ahead and they mentioned about 15-20 minute wait, which was a little bit longer than that but worth it, just plan about 5-10 extra mins. Sometimes they don't have Ono but the ahi is great. There is seating outside under cover and inside is just to place an order and grab utensils etc.

I love the food and I always come back to eat here, I can't stop myself. The chicken and shrimp…read moreplates are two of my favorites but I also really like the burrito and poke. One great thing about it is that it's actually open, whereas lots of places on the north shore are closed randomly and closed early, so this is always a rock solid staple place to get yummy food. 4 star only because I tend to leave with a stomach ache - I presume from the seed oils that I'm not used to eating

An unforgettable dining experience in Kauai Hualani's was,…read morewithout a doubt, one of the finest dining experiences we had on the island of Kauai. From the moment you arrive, you know you're in for something special. Complimentary valet parking, breathtaking views of the ocean, beautifully manicured golf course, infinity pools, and even a distant lighthouse create an unforgettable setting before you even sit down. We started with the Lobster Tempura and the Grilled Octopus, and both were excellent. The cocktails were beautifully crafted and the perfect way to begin the evening. For our entrées, we ordered the Kampachi (the first fish on the menu) and the Filet Mignon. After sharing both dishes, my husband and I completely agreed--the fish was the clear winner. It was absolutely outstanding. Every element on the plate complemented the others perfectly, creating one of those dishes you remember long after dinner is over. The filet mignon was very good--perfectly cooked and flavorful--but if we returned, we would order fish again without hesitation. In fact, we'd probably try the other fresh fish option as well (I believe it was Opah). Dessert was the perfect ending to the meal. We enjoyed the warm chocolate cake and the Hawaiian-inspired banana split, both beautifully prepared and delicious. This is the kind of restaurant you choose when you want to celebrate a special occasion or simply treat yourself to an exceptional meal. The combination of stunning scenery, attentive service, creative cocktails, and outstanding cuisine makes it well worth the visit. It's easy to understand why Hualani's has earned such an outstanding reputation. This was truly one of the highlights of our trip to Kauai, and we can't wait to return. Highly recommended!

Matt was so wonderful our first night that we requested to have him as our server again the next…read morenight as well. This restaurant has the most spectacular views in Kaua'i. The food we ordered was delicious on both nights and the garlic focaccia was spectacular. Matt really made our celebration so extra special. We will absolutely be back next year!

A very inconsistent meal here. Our table ordered the Brussel sprouts and the mussels as…read more appetizers. Brussel sprouts were very good. After we placed our order for the steamed mussels the server informed us that it would be a mixture of mussels and clams. When the dish came out, it was all clams, no mussels at all. They were very good and the curry sauce they were steamed in was yummy, but it just wasn't what we initially ordered. I ordered the fresh catch fish, which was very disappointing. The fish itself was very fresh tasting, but it was overcooked to the point of being dry. It was also bland and seemed to be unseasoned. It sat on a bed of purple sweet potato with a fresh succotash mixture on the side. The vegetables must have been plated long before the fish was ready because the potatoes and vegetables were no longer even warm, which was an unpleasant combo with the overcooked, bland fish. There was a sauce on the side, but not nearly enough considering the dry slab of tasteless fish sitting on top of cold potatoes. Others at the table ordered the lamb chops and steaks. The lamb chops were delicious and those at our table with steaks seemed very happy with them. Our server forgot to bring the drinks to 2 of the 6 people in our party. She did offer to remove the mussels from the bill due to the error in preparing this dish. Atmosphere was extremely loud, there was a singer in the bar area with the volume turned up high. That combined with the large bar area open to the restaurant made it so loud that it was nearly impossible to carry on a conversation in the dining area. It is a fairly pricey restaurant. For the price, I'd expect better service and a better prepared meal. There are far better choices elsewhere on the island.

We are staying on the resort and ate here couple of times. Beautiful floor to ceiling windows of…read morethe breaking waves. Epic backdrop to a really good meal. Service is so prompt, friendly and attentive. He was great 10/10. Thanks, Greg! Everyone in my party loved their dinners. Short rib, miso cacio e pepe and crab crusted fresh catch. Must order the fried brussel sprouts and ahi panzanella (unique flavors but so cohesive and surprisingly delicious)..... ONOLICIOUS. Side of fried rice was sad. I don't recommend.