We walked in 15 min before they closed not knowing what exactly to do expect, but wanting a quick…read moreburger. The whole experience was incredible. The burger was soooo good. Service and ambiance were welcoming and perfect. I'm going to be thinking about this burger!!!

This place is a fantastic, welcoming, and relaxed neighborhood bar. It has that authentic…read moreold-school atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile, with friendly staff (thank you Justine for your excellent customer service) and a great local vibe. The menu is simple and honestly, when the food is this good, you don't need anything else. The smash burgers are outstanding (the Smittyaki is an absolute must!). The fries and onion rings are equally delicious and pair perfectly with a cold drink. If you appreciate a laid-back spot with personality, great comfort food, and an unpretentious atmosphere, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

This was the best burger I've ever had. The service was amazing and I loved the sauce. I loved…read moreeverything. The ambiance is so local vibes. A must go if stopping on kauai for the day or doing your weekly Costco run.

Food: very good. Super yummy. Ambiance: food truck. Yummy…read moreshave ice next to it. Service: very attentive

10/10 experience. I wish I knew about Rainbeau Jo's sooner! Such an easy and yummy stop right by…read morethe airport. I have to say the service was some of the best on the island. The staff made me smile and brightened my morning with their fun positive personalities. I got the Cowabunga Brah breakfast sandwich and it was so delicious. Do not miss this stop on your Kauai trip!!

1) Food: I couldn't decide between lox bagel and pesto cream bagel so they were more than happy to…read moremodify to include both. Total was $12. Decently priced for Hawai'i (I've had $20 bagels on Oahu). Great flavors! The Kiawe bean taste reminds me of toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy it while it's warm. Not the same as NY bagels but I still enjoyed tMy indecisive-self appreciated having the best of both worlds for the shmears. I didn't get any drinks but they were also decently priced and sounded yummy. 2) Service: EXCEPTIONAL. Nothing less than amazing. If you want to feel special and energized, the staff can provide. 3: Ambiance: My favorite part of this cafe. The interior was intentionally created with a tropical theme and multiple seating areas. Even the bathroom was themed, clean, and neat. You could comfortably enjoy your food and drink here while you catch up with a friend, do some work, or just to sit alone and enjoy.

I was determined to have a plate lunch in Hawaii. Wanted to get to zippy's, a Hawaiian fast food…read more No car and on cruise which gave limited hours in port So happy to find this food truck and finally get my plate Its was a short distance from an elegant beach and a world of difference. None the less, I had enough grilled chicken to feed a family, 2scoops of rice and really yummy pasta salad Did the trick, on the list, had it and enjoyed it

This is a great place but it looks like it's closed? They say they'll be closed until. May 20th,…read moretoday is June 20th!

The Musubi Truck is such a fun and delicious spot. We absolutely loved it! I ordered the chicken…read morekatsu musubi and it was SOOOOO GOOD, perfectly crispy, flavorful, and super satisfying. My husband got the tofu musubi, which came with a really tasty peanut sauce that paired so well with it. The setup is also really cute and aesthetic, with a good amount of seating and umbrellas for shade, making it a great place to hang out and enjoy your food. It's definitely picture-worthy. Another plus is the location; there's plenty of street parking, and it's surrounded by other great foodie spots, so it's perfect for a little food crawl. They also sell cute merch, which I couldn't resist; I picked up a sticker for my journal! The staff were friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. If you love musubi or just want a cute, casual food spot, this place is a must-try. We'll definitely be back!

We wanted to try the truck on our trip, so we stopped here before the airport…read more It was a bit rainy outside but still sat at the tables. Staff was very patient and helpful. Ordered the spicy mayo and there was SO much fish. I couldn't finish it. Tasted great and not much of a wait!

The moment my husband and I landed, we wanted to get the vacay going by looking up where to eat…read more Based on the time we landed we noticed alot of places closes by 8pm.The Fish Express was close to where we were at and they were closing at 4. We were there around noon and it is amazing to see that most of their fish were gone, I knew that was a sign that this spot was gonna be good! The fish express offers ready to go foods, hot food, and also fresh fish like a fish market! My husband and I always just get the poke and this time we tried ahi shoyu poke, ahi maui onion poke, ahi spicy poke with crab, and sliced tako. They don't have a seating place everyone either ate it outside the store or in their car. The poke... cuts like butter! When it cuts like you know you picked a good spot! There's something about getting the first bite at the start of your vacation that kick starts the day, time, and the vacation. Getting the right eats makes a person remember that special place and since it was our first time in Kauai, finding The Fish Express and eating one of the best pokes really set the mood to our vacation and I can't wait to go back!

Came in with high expectations but was let down heavily. Big…read moreline why? Because the service is terrible. The fish doesnt taste fresh. Overly salty. One of the ones we chose tasted like the ocean. To add to this, we found multiple fish scales in our food, never have i had that in my poke. Our worst kauai meal.

Open during covid November 2020 Friday, I thought they were going to retire, so I was delighted to…read moresee the crimson truck from Kalapaki beach! The consistency of this two man band is incredible and appreciated especially during a pandemic! Kudos aside, the ginger chicken karaage bao wrap is one of the most delicious menu items on the island. I live here so this is no one visit in a lifetime review. It's best had on the spot as the ethereal bao wrap melts in your mouth but also in your hands after about 20 minutes. Get the salad the greens are impeccable and the homemade dressing/sandwich topping delightful. Lemon honey ginger

For an island treat head on to Kikuchi's food truck by the airport! We stopped here for a bite to…read moreeat before our helicopter tour and we were so glad we chose this instead of the restaurants in the shopping center. FOOD: amazing flavors made with the freshest ingredients! The pulled pork was super tender and bursting with smoky flavors and the fresh made bun was excellent! Now for the vegetarian option I had the island garden sushi wrap that looked like the Hawaiian rainbow! Loved the purple sweet potatoes and the salad! Everything was so fresh and tasty! I highly recommend this food truck and skip the restaurant row and other touristy restaurants nearby! Your taste buds will thank you!

I ate some of the best Thai food at Anatta's Thai food truck in Lihue, Kauai (the Ace Hardware…read moreStore location). Their location at the end of the parking lot has a few plastic picnic tables, plenty of parking, and lots of locals (human and feathered) enjoying the food. The menu has something for everyone, and you can customize with your choice of proteins, veggies, or tofu. I chose the pad see ew with veggies for $15.95, a very generous portion loaded with beautiful fresh vegetables. The red curry with beef for $16.95 was beautifully aromatic with tender slices of beef and plenty of bamboo shoots and cabbage. A chicken thigh skewer for $4.75 was succulent, perfectly seared and a must! Three tender skewers of chicken satay for $7.95 with the best Thai peanut sauce I've ever tasted. I got 2 veggie summer rolls for the plane ride back to the mainland, which were the perfect red eye food packed with fresh veggies and with a sweet chili sauce side. Any return trips to Kauai will definitely include a stop at Anatta's :)

Aloha - I ordered veggie fried rice with egg they gave me a…read morerefried rice, lol meaning it was probably food from yesterday. I have pictures to prove it. Lihue one not so good Kōloa one a lot better in my experience. When she gave me my food no utensils no bag, the plastic container they give you is super Duper hot so bring your own bag or bring gloves or something. I called in the order the lady not so friendly taking my order, if you call in an order and you're about to say goodbye. Don't feel offended if they just hang up because I think it's always been like this. On their website, it says they have the most friendly customer service and they also have the best food on the planet .. both couldn't be more wrong. Price you will pay for veggie fried rice is 15.66$ that's with tax. With tip you are looking at more .. .. July 18th 2026 @10am Note: Kōloa one much better.

Talk about the Aloha Spirit!…read more I'm only in town for the day until our ship leaves this afternoon. Walking through the town of Lihue I found this store and wouldn't you know it! They have exactly what I was hoping to find somewhere, Disc Golf equipment! Then I find that the store is closed today! This is a shared operation with a Barbecue business and the other half being Disc Golf. Well, it turns out that staffing issues had occurred and the only one staff member there was running the barbecue. Bummer. The Mrs ended up knocking on the closed doors and the proprietor came to see what she wanted. She explained I was hoping for some discs for my son who is an avid player, and as luck would have it, he stopped cooking long enough to help me purchase a couple of discs! Oh man that was so cool, plus he knew his stuff and helped me pick out two top quality discs. I got two drivers. One initial driver and a custom design fairway driver that they designed! At 171 for their custom disc, and 167 gr. for the other, these two will be seeing some use when we hit the mainland. While we're doing this, ah, the smell of the food started wafting over, but he was not nearly ready yet to start serving. I appreciate so much how this gentleman went out of his way to help a tourist pick out some gifts, when clearly he needed to be in the other side of the business managing his barbecue. Thanks Uncle D's You Rock!

Located in a small retail space on the first floor of the Harbor Mall, Uncle D's BBQ is a…read morecombination BBQ, retail beer, and disc golf equipment retailer. My wife and I were staying very close by, so we made it a point to visit it during our week long stay in Kauai. The concept and beer selection was great, but the food tasted no different from what one would get from a cafeteria. It's important to check their hours when their food is offered, since it differs from their open hours. Currently food hours are 10:30 - 14:30, W-Sa (opening one hour earlier on Saturday). We came on Friday, and walked around the mall until their kitchen opened. It wasn't too busy yet, so was able to order and pay. While waiting, added two cans of alcohol, at which time the food was ready. Brought everything out to the common outdoor tables that can be used for dining. There is a large choice of local beers in cans, and we chose two: Lanikai Brewing Company's Pualani Sour Ale ($6) and Paradise Ciders (Honolulu HI)'s Lei'd Back Lilikoi ($3.50). Both were good, and would absolutely use this store to buy local beers to take back home in the future. Both of us love brisket, so got the brisket sandwich a la carte for $18.99, and added a side of cole slaw ($3) and Mac Salad ($3). It was a medium sandwich to begin with (used a hoagie type soft bun), but with so much bbq sauce mixed with the chopped brisket, it became more of a bbq sauce sandwich. The sauce itself was good, and the chopped brisked seemed OK, but the ratio was way off. The sides were OK with small portions. For $24.99, should have gotten better...even in a tourist area of Hawaii.

Best açaí bowl in Kauai! Good blend of açaí fruit and toppings, well proportioned and great flavor!…read more Also have a great string space area, super cute!

Just landed in Kauai and needed some caffeine for a long day ahead. After hearing so many…read morerecommendations, I stopped by Sunrise Coffee, and I'm glad I did. They're open early, which was exactly what I needed after an early flight. The staff was incredibly friendly, and there's convenient parking right next to the shop. They also have covered outdoor seating, which is perfect if you get caught in one of Kauai's quick rain showers. I recommend bringing cash and ordering the specialty macadamia vanilla latte with macadamia milk. It was delicious and the perfect way to start the day. Enjoy.