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    Namaka Restaurant N Bar

    4.4 (87 reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
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    Bone marrow boats

    I have eaten food from Italy, to Japan and all across America, from LA fusion, midwestern BBQ to New York fine dining. Believe me When I say this is one of the most incredible meals I have ever had the pleasure of devouring. This food is exquisite. And that is putting it mildly. The Bone Marrow boats were to die for and the risotto that accompanied the most tender & delicious Braised Pork Shank was to die for. 6.5 out of 5 stars. The only thing better than the food (and that's a close call) was the service, very hospitable and generous. Quaint and small, perfect for date night. PS! The Ube balsamic reduction is a culinary experience worth having.

    Jada I.

    Phenomenal meal and service. Haven't had a dinner this great tasting in a long time. Tucked away in a shopping center but more than worth the drive. To start, I ordered the Grilled Brie cheese w/ Chardonnay that came with a toasted Focaccia - no picture because I devoured it in record time. Entree was cooked perfectly, with the most seasoned mash. My plate was wiped clean. Will be returning and recommending to all friends/family visiting Kauai

    Open kitchen, brilliant Chef
    Joenne M.

    Oh my (don't just stay on the downtown strip)! Seek out this hidden Jem in a strip mall down the road from the downtown Kapaa' strip. Brilliant execution by the chef. Was so hard to decide what to have that for this first experience, we choose bone marrow boats, steamed artichoke, seared steak and the fried enoki mushrooms. Holy cow, Batman! Perfect. Partner started with a Paniolo Old Fashioned and I went with our bartenders recommendation of a red (she's brilliant too, btw). Finished with the pineapple upside down cake - lovely, full of flavor and with a delightful scoop of vanilla to finish. Live music didn't let you forget where you were - on an Island of Love and Beauty!

    Solomon C.

    Got to give this place a solid 5 stars. The place.was.very clean and tidy. The receptionist was polite and kind. My waiter was great, very attentive. Now the food, the food was OUTSTANDING. the price is up there, but in my opinion, well worth it. The portion size and wonderful taste for the dishes I ordered was worth the cost. I will visit this spot again before I leave.

    Ivonne V.

    Incredibly delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection all the drinks were so good! Coming back again and again.

    Bomb ass Watermelon mocktail
    Teresa M.

    For a while now my friend has been raving about Namaka's trying to get me to go out. Tonight was the night and I'm kicking myself for not getting in here sooner. First, I ordered a specially prepared watermelon mocktail with some red deliciousness on the rim of my glass and a crazy foam float. I'm pretty sure they figured out how to harvest white puffy clouds to decorate their drinks. Absolutely hands down best mocktail of my life! Super flavorful and very fun. We also ordered a steamed artichoke to share. I grew up having them on our dinner table with mom's tried and true perfect preparation. Love artichoke and love my mom but dang it if I'm not mad that she didn't make them like Namakas. Holy smokes was that good. I was unsuccessful in obtaining the recipe for the dipping sauce though and might have a resentment around it for life. Finally, after 20 minutes trying to decide on my main course, I chose the osso buco over risotto. They did not disappoint folks. I wish I hadn't had breakfast or lunch so maybe I could have finished it gone. Absolutely over the top flavors and so so tender. Perfectly prepared. The sauce that goes with it was unbelievable! There is definitely some sorcery going on in this kitchen. I'm so happy for Kauai that we have another fantastic restaurant to enjoy. My friend was telling me that on Thursdays and Fridays they have live local music too. I'm coming back and bringing friends!!

    Very big Appetizers Roasted pork with French Fries
    Tasha A.

    Great place to have a nice drink and food. Owen did very nice and did a beautiful job within her restaurants. If ur on island or coming to island of Kauai check them out. Also have live music .

    Bone Marrow Boats
    Kristen R.

    New restaurant in Kapa'a. Couldn't decide what to cook/eat for dinner at home and it was getting late. So we decided to drive from Puhi to Kapa'a. Everything we ordered was good. Only thing I didn't take a picture of was the fish and chips (with Ono), which was also good! Would definitely come back again. Services was great. Britney (sp?) was a great server!

    Filet mignon so yum!

    Everything was amazing, this was our last night in Kauai and our tattoo artist Cory recommended Namaka and it did not disappoint. I had the filet mignon and my boyfriend had the surf and turf. Everything was seasoned and cooked to perfection! The service was amazing and the owner/cook Aurora made our night by coming over and chatting with us for a bit. Let me not forget to mention the portions! Huge and well worth what you're going to spend. The restaurant is very clean and everyone was so welcoming we will be back and sad we didn't come sooner as 1 visit isn't enough!

    Pork with mashed potatoes
    Troy M.

    Staff was amazing from the waitress to even the chef asking how our dinner was. Food was excellent.

    Tomahawk steak, served tableside.

    We just had the BEST tomahawk steak at Namaka! A generous slab over 2 inches thick, perfectly Frenched and served with ceremony tableside by the chef herself. It would probably feed 2-3 ravenous people if that was the only main ordered because salad is also included. Our table of 4 had leftovers because we also ordered 3 apps and 2 other mains. That steak was uniformly medium/medium rare throughout with a textbook crust; a technical feat because getting the meat along the bone to the same temperature as the rest of the cut takes a lot of adjusting during cooking. It needs a 30-minute lead time, so be sure to have your order fired up before getting your appetizers/salad. Our fave appetizers were the enoki mushrooms, bone marrow boats and artichoke. We went on a Tuesday just before Christmas - there were guests at every table and even the bar was rocking.

    Fried Enoki mushrooms -mmm!
    Natasha K.

    Yummy dinner at Namaka - dont miss out on this great new place in Kauai Village Shopping Center near Safeway! Great service, big portions and a creative, tropical inspired menu. My date and I had: Fried enoki mushrooms w/ aioli Mac nut crusted marlin with fragrant rice (Entrees come w/well-stocked salad bar) Pineapple upside down cake Chocolate raspberry tart Beautifully plated food and oh my! fancy drinks kept walking by my table, there's so many other things I want to try! We will be going back soon!

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    Tim G.

    We were looking for a restaurant, a great one! It took us a while. But Yelp had great reviews about Namaka Restaurant and Bar, in Kapa'a. Mina the waitress described the Loco Moco and that it came with Kimchi fried rice, something I've never had, but I was willing to try. I got a fried egg for the top, and OMG!!! IT WAS DA BEST IN ALL DA ISLANDS!!! Seriously, it was the best I've ever had (Maui, Hawaii, Kauai, and Oahu). I'll be back next time I'm in Kaua'i. This is a must try restaurant! Enjoy! You can thank the Chef, I did.

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    Ask the Community - Namaka Restaurant N Bar

    Is there a bar menu?

    HI Jane, There is no differentiated bar menu and the Chef can add small plates and specials at will,… Read more

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    I could not believe the disrespect and hostility i was treated with at this place…read more I went to watch the basketball game. I sat at a table and ordered a beer. (On a Wednesday afternoon, there were about 6 people in a place that holds 60.) I finished my beer and paid for it. I chatted with some people at the bar, one of whom was the owner Dave, he was super nice. Also some regulars, and the bartender Keala. I went outside to help my wife carry bags from the farmers market to the car, and went back to my table. The bartender came over and asked if i want another beer, i said no. Then she said, i have to order another beer or leave. And she starts insulting me, saying this isnt college, i have to "move on out". So i left. This is the only time I have ever been insulted in a bar. I have friends in the service industry, i know they sometimes have to deal with rowdy drunks, so i chat and smile and leave a nice tip. To be treated this way, in a nearly empty bar when i wasnt taking anyone's chair, the bartender had to leave the bar and cross the entire place just to insult me. I go to bars to have a drink and a nice time and relax, not to get harassed and insulted by the bartender. I will never go back to this place, sorry Dave.

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