Great place to stop for a drink for happy hour. We enjoyed our drinks and food in the outdoor patio…read moresection. It started pouring late afternoon, but it was fine because we were covered. I enjoyed their IPA. The loko moko was yummy (but full disclosure, I'm a tourist). They have some fun arcade games on the second level, good for kids.

Food was amazing. Wife and I both got fish tacos. It was fresh Mahi Mahi…read more The fries were SUPER good. Fresh cut. Great service too! Our server was positive, authentic and never let us go without anything. This was a great experience.

Excellent food, and open later than some of the others in Waimea…read more Get the mahi mahi katsu; it's delicious and big enough to split, though they offer a mini plate. Food is made to order so if you're short on time, they take call ahead orders. No indoor seating, though some is available nearby.

Really friendly staff at this tiny kitchen…read more The food is fine for elevated fast food. The chicken katsu honestly had no flavor and was mostly breading. There is also no seating. Picnic tables in grassy area across the street but lots of flying insects. Bathrooms are a block away in a park. There are definitely better places to grab a bite.

Most delicious spot for breakfast in town!!!…read more Everything including the service was top notch. Ordered an egg beni, scrambled eggs, french toast, cafecito & matcha and everything was cooked to perfection.

Girlfriend and I were pretty hopeful for this place but it was one of the bigger letdowns from our…read moretrip. We opted for the Kahlua Pulled Pork Sandwich, and it was mediocre at best. The sammich just didn't pack the level of flavor that one would expect. It came with a side of fries, which were actually not bad and pretty tasty. They were a little on the oily side but honestly, I wasn't even mad at that since I needed some flavor to come from somewhere. Food aside, the vibe of this place was definitely off. The person taking our order did not seem the be the friendliest person and came off rather stand-offish. Lastly, buyers beware. If you let it be known that you will be splitting a food item, they will charge you an additional $2.50. Typically, when places do this, it comes with a larger portion for each split of the dish, but this was not the case for us. They took the normal portion, charged as the additional fee, and have us no extra food. 2/5 and would not come back.

We braved the line and after 30 mins we finally had our Puka Dogs! Definitely, Definitely worth it!…read moreThey're not your cheap, run of the mill hot dogs you'd expect at a beach. Every part of the process, from the worth it wait in line, to placing your order, to moving off to the side to watch it being made is part of a grand story that ends with that first bite. The employees are super friendly and willing to help you make up your mind. It has the look and feel of an indoor street vendor with a beach front ambiance. I definitely recommend the fresh lemonade. I got half the sugar and it was plenty sweet. Lots of seating across the street in the picnic pavilions. Most everyone sitting there was eat a Puka Dog.

I recently visited Puka Dog in Poipu while on vacation in Kauai and wanted to share an honest…read moreperspective for anyone considering a visit. First, I appreciate that Puka Dog offers a unique take on the traditional hot dog. The concept of serving the dog inside a specially baked bun and filling it with various tropical relishes and sauces is certainly different and memorable. It's easy to understand why so many visitors are curious to try it. That said, the overall experience didn't quite live up to the hype for me. We spent about 40 minutes waiting in line to order and receive our food, and after finally getting it, I didn't feel the quality or taste justified either the wait or the price. For three hot dogs and a lemonade, the total came to around $48, which felt excessive for what was ultimately a fairly simple meal. While the preparation and presentation are unique, I personally found the end result to be underwhelming. The specialty sauces and fillings were interesting, but not enough to make the hot dog feel significantly better than a much less expensive option elsewhere. In my opinion, I would have been just as satisfied with a Costco hot dog and a variety of sauces on the side. My impression is that Puka Dog is one of those places that benefits greatly from its uniqueness. Many visitors, myself included, want to try it because it's something different and well-known on the island. However, it felt more like a one-time experience than a place I would return to regularly. For that reason, I would describe it as more of a tourist attraction than a must-visit dining destination. Overall, I'm glad I tried it and can say I experienced it for myself, but I think it's important for future customers to know what they're getting: a creative and unique hot dog concept, long lines during busy times, and prices that may not feel justified depending on your expectations.

Got a fast fresh juicy burger for a great price for grass-fed. It was delish…read more Im a new resident to the island so a little distrustful of tourist spots but this seems like it's acquainted by both tourists and locals. I tried the basic but will be back to try the rest.

I ordered the chicken katsu burger, which reminded me a bit of a Nashville-style fried chicken…read moresandwich. The bun was soft and delicious, and the chicken itself was juicy, tender, and full of flavor. The coleslaw on it really tied everything together and added a nice crunch and freshness. We also tried the truffle burger, and that one was the standout. It felt a bit more "fancy" than your typical burger, really rich and flavorful with melted cheese, arugula, etc. That one was easily the best item we had. The fries were crispy, golden, and well-seasoned, rounding out the meal nicely.

Menudo - they have it and it's rich, thick, and ono ono!…read moreThis Pacos is set on the edge of the golf course overlooking Poipu waters. Drinks are okay and food is okay. Views and sunsets are awesome and it's a great place to gather friends for a decent meal.

We went on a Saturday around 7:00 in the evening and we were the only ones there, which was…read morestrange. We were seated directly under a industrial fan used for the heat, but it was like 59 degrees so we asked if it could be turned off. We were told they can only turn it off it they turn off all the lights. So we asked if we could be moved to another table out of the way of the fan and were told no, this was the only table available. We sat down and the server immediately came over and asked for our drink order. We asked for a drink menu, so she brought one for five people. Then she stood at the bar staring at us until we decided. The drinks were delivered quickly and we're actually good. Next came the food order. Four menus for five people. Order placed for one taco salad, twelve street tacos, all chicken or steak, and one burrito. We asked if we could have chips and salsa, guacamole, and queso dip. One bowl of chips for five people, which we paid for two refills. Salsa was canned, guacamole was not fresh, and queso was bland. Taco salad was OK. Street tacos weren't what we expected and didn't have limes. They tasted ok and the meat was fresh. Burrito was messed up and they tried to lie and say that's how burritos are served and the green sauce was chilis. We found out it was cooked and served with ground pork. This was not advertised. Overall, they seemed bothered by us and we're talking about us in Spanish to each other. One of our party was fluent in Spanish. When we left, there were three people there with badges looking at some paperwork from the bar, which was very suspicious.

Food very flavorful.... Service very fast and friendly works…read moreGreat atmosphere good vibes

I saw a few of these places on the map. I got the loco moco and it was pretty good 4/5…read more The poke was not good 2/5 The gyozas were not good 2/5 I wouldn't come back since there are plenty of other places to eat in Kauai.

Best mushroom Swiss burger ever! I eat 2 and the waffle…read morefries are Ono and service is sweet! so grateful for this place

Anykine is the right adjective. Just ask! We had some delicious veggie omelets there this…read moremorning, not on their short but typical Hawai'ian heavy meat menu, but volunteered up by the chef. Perfectly done veggies and eggs. Better than our last fancy breakfast omelet in Po'ipu. Still hot when we them across the street at the park the pier.

A Hole in the wall called "Da crack" with a painting over the window of a dude playing a guitar…read moresitting with his back toward you, and the crack of his butt showing might be a bit off putting and pretty hilarious! Although you may miss this place as you drive by because it literally is a hole in the wall of a little strip mall of sorts you have to look for it. But as that description goes, typically the food found in a "hole in the wall" it is usually very delicious and they did not disappoint! The lady who took our orders was very friendly. I let her know that I was gluten-free which they were able to accommodate. We have the taco bowl or burrito bowl or a "bowl" as it's listed. You first choose burrito, bowl, or tacos, then choose your meat, which is ground beef, chicken, Carne Asada, fish, which happened to be shark today. Then you choose if you want sour cream and cheese, etc., guacamole, then choose Mexican, brown, or regular rice and then what type of beans, black or pinto. Then you choose your sauce, jalapeño mild up to very hot and then pico de gallo. Then you can choose your jarritos drink or the one canned guava drink. You get a size nice portion in a paper bowl covered with foil and it is delicious & seasoned to perfection. So they did not disappoint! Parking is tight to be mindful of those backing out. Will return before leaving Kauai.

I came here based on a recommendation from our shuttle driver at the Kona airport, and…read moreunfortunately it was a miss this visit. I ordered the chicken burrito and my fiancé ordered the burrito bowl with fish. The bowl was served in one of those tiny Dixie paper bowls..for $17! He ate it all and was still hungry. My burrito had way more food than his bowl. Unfortunately their Mexican rice is really not it...the grains of rice are huge and flavorless. The only thing that saved my burrito was the shredded chicken. It was moist and flavorful, and they didn't skimp on the amount they put in the burrito which I truly appreciate since taking any bite without the meat was super bland. No seating available, this is all to go style. Parking is easy since there's a parking lot right in front. It's easy to locate and is situated next to a small grocery store. I recommend you go grab some banana bread from the grocery store for dessert, you won't regret it. All in all, I think there is better Mexican food on Kaua'i for the same price or less.

We arrived in Koloa starving and eventually deciding on Kenji's--and I'm so glad we did. We were…read moregreeted by a lovely hostess and quickly seated on their beautiful patio. The "wood lanai" vibe and umbrella tables offer the perfect mix of shade and island breeze. The standout discovery was the Kauai beef which is local grass-fed beef. You can truly taste the difference--it's incredibly fresh and light. My younger sister ordered the Kenji-style Loco Moco, and since she couldn't finish it, I happily stepped in. It was phenomenal. My older sister enjoyed the Kenji Burger, though she mentioned it was a bit heavy on the sauce (pro tip: that extra sauce makes for an excellent French fry dip!). I opted for the 3-taco appetizer. While the tacos were a bit on the small side, the oversized side salad helped fill the gap. Between the great atmosphere, friendly service, and quality local ingredients, this was the perfect first meal on Kauai.

We've been to the other Kenji Burger on the northside, so we knew what to expect when coming here…read more However what I did not get the last time was this Misoyaki fish sandwich. Black Cod has got to be one of the fattiest, tender, and delicious fish to ever swim the oceans. The sandwich was perfect. As always, the shoestring fries are nice and crispy, and they pair well the beer they have on tap. Service was decent. Nothing extraordinary. But sat down promptly, ordered quick, and food was out fast. No BS. It's probably a benefit to hire younger kids who don't really care, I loved it; no BS. All outdoor/covered seating like you're in a Lanai. Love that style. Really brings a vibe inside. The Giant TV also helps should the games be on. However the speaker was busted. It was cracking on high notes, and was very, very annoying. I asked the server to please turn it down, and she did, and it still cracked. So management, get that fixed. Will most likely be back, as its the solo burger joint in the area, and it does NOT let you down!