Love the sushi. Bar none , taste and presentation were really well done. Drinks/Service were on…read morepar as well. The only detriment was seating was awkward as the location is in a walkway area. Lots of folks walking past. They should have their own space. Loved it.

The staff were very friendly, sashimi was fresh, and the food was delicious. Our reservation was on…read morea Saturday night and surprisingly it was not super busy. My only complaint is that there was no dessert. I was looking forward to some sort of celebratory dessert to end our anniversary dinner. However, I didn't see any dessert on the menu, so I assume this restaurant does not offer dessert.

We've been coming to Kauai for years and have dined at many of the island's best restaurants, but…read moreMerriman's is still our absolute favorite. In our opinion, it has the best food on the island. Every meal is beautifully prepared, incredibly fresh, and consistently outstanding, which is why it's a must-visit every time we're here...actually we come multiple times.  One of the biggest reasons we return is Mandy. She is, without question, the best bartender on Kauai. Her cocktails are exceptional and, more importantly, remarkably consistent. Whether it's our first visit of the trip or our last, every drink is perfectly crafted and tastes exactly the way it should. That level of consistency is rare and speaks to the pride she takes in her work. Beyond making amazing drinks, Mandy has a genuine warmth and aloha spirit that makes every guest feel welcome. She's friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and somehow always seems to know exactly what you need before you have to ask. She remembers her guests, offers wonderful recommendations, and makes every visit feel special. Outstanding food is what first brought us to Merriman's, but Mandy is one of the biggest reasons we come back year after year. She is an incredible ambassador for Merriman's and a true asset to the team. Mahalo, Mandy! We can't wait to see you again on our next trip to Kauai. Simon and Heather

Best meal of the trip. That seared ahi with jasmine garlic rice is something I'll go back home…read moredreaming about. It was a perfect sear (didn't taste wasabi but the shoyu flavor sear is to die for), complementary flavors of the rice and perfectly seasoned wok bok slaw. The wagyu tenderloin and Mac nut crusted fish were also so, so delicious. Honestly, I'd be happy to eat any of these three entrees. The tako escargot was beyond over cooked, however the flavors were exceptional. I'd order it again and give it another try. Tastes just like authentic French escargot, and make sure to dip the provided bread into all that delicious butter. We ended the night with the chocolate purse and it was so light, but still so fulfilling. This location kicks mauis locations butt in food! Server was great and knew lots of fun facts about the Merriman restaurants. They were very accommodating with my baby. Thanks for the best meal of our trip, Merrimans!

The service was great. It has a very open feeling and it's relaxing to dine here. The Kaua'i onion…read moresoup was so good we had to go back a second night. We enjoyed everything we had there and it made our first night in Kauai very special. We also had breakfast there the last day and it was amazing. All the staff was great. At night they have live music and it was great as well.

Had a dinner here and also breakfast. Sat outside both times. The waterfall and beautiful flowers…read moremade a great and relaxing view. For dinner we split a beet salad and steak. The beet salad wasn't quite what we were expecting...not a lot of beets. Also the crunchy fried feta on top was good but I would have preferred to have it mixed in with the salad and not just on top. Steak was fantastic and sides were too. They missed a little on the poached egg as you can see in pics but it still tasted good. The waffle was good. The coconut syrup made this dish tho. It was amazing, just wish I had more. The service was great for both meals and this place is worth visiting.

Not sure why this place gets bad reviews. Went there for a simple dinner. I had the ono fish n…read morechip. Fish was very fresh and clean tasting, with a little beer taste;fries thick, but seasoned...ok. Daughter had swordfish which was very well prepared and others had burger which was plenty fine but the nanea chips are awesome, better than fries. Expensive yes but very convenient.. service was very nice and it's right by the pool with peeekaboo ocean views. Most things in Kauai are expensive, especially in Princeville. So yes expensive for what you get but food was good and it's convenient for those days you just wanna plop Down and eat and not try and get some crazy reservation a week in advance.

Ate there three times. The burger is huge and tasty…read more The fish and chips are great The kalua pug quesadillas were incredible

We had one of our favorite dinners in South Kauai here during our mini moon in early March. The…read moreKauai Prawns & Cheesey Polenta Cake deserves 5 stars on its own. It was the highlight of the meal and one of the best things we ate that entire week. Visited here on our last night in Kauai and the vibes, ambiance, and service were just right for a nice romantic dinner. Our server Angie was fantastic. I loved my frozen mocktail - the virgin ube lava flow had satisfying ube flavor. The House Salad was a great start to the meal with a nice mix of greens and goat cheese with sweet flavors from the candied pecans, craisins, and pineapple vinaigrette. But the Kauai Prawns & Cheesey Polenta Cake, with sundried tomato, white wine, herbs, and cream, was the star of the show. I'm still thinking about it months later. For entrees we got the Blackened Fresh Catch and the MacNut Baked Fish, which were both enjoyable. The restaurant is located upstairs on the 2nd floor. Parking wasn't too bad, but it can get busy. There's a 3% surcharge for using credit card.

Nice atmosphere and setting. Service was good and most of the food was good as well. We got…read morescallops and prawns for starters. Both were yummy and enough for two people. For entrees we got the rib eye and crusted fish. Fish was good. However the steak was horrendous, particularly for the price they charge of $65. It had zero crust and was paper thin. It look like it was cooked wet because of how grey the exterior of the meat was. I was shocked that they sent out the dish that way. It was horribly cooked and complete rip off. I wouldn't complain if they had charged 20-25$ for that type of cooking, but $65 for that is unacceptable. Don't order the steak. Pretty disappointed by the standards, I want to like the place but the fact they sent out that steak and charge the price they did is enough for me to not want to eat here again.

The Beach House in Poipu is one of the most highly recommended restaurants on Kauai for a special…read moreevening with family and friends. With arguably some of the best waterfront seating and sunset views on the island, it's easy to see why many consider it a premier fine dining destination. This was our first visit, and we were lucky enough to get a reservation just before sunset. We started with the famous Monkeypod Mai Tai and shared several appetizers. The standout dishes were the fresh fish, the lobster pasta, and the crab cakes, each was excellent. The service was friendly and attentive, and the menu offered plenty of great options. Parking can be a bit challenging if you don't want to use valet, so plan accordingly. You're paying for the incredible views, the relaxing ambiance, and a memorable dining experience. If you're looking for a special meal on Kauai, The Beach House is well worth a visit. Enjoy.

We found out that the beach house serves "Monkeypod Mai-tais" - an amazing mai-tai you can get from…read morethe Monkeypod restaurant on Maui. It is one of our favorites so we had to come try it. We showed up at 8:30 (they close at 9) and told the host that we just wanted a table for drinks. They said no problem, took my phone number and I received a text that we had a reservation. The host said to wait in the lobby while they waited for a 4 person table to free up. 20 minutes later after seeing many people leave the restaurant I figured there had to be a table available so I went and asked the hostess what the status was and they said they didn't know we were waiting for a table. The hostess said "nobody told me" Uhh... hello? You took my phone number and I received an opentable text that I had a reservation. Who is telling who? It should be in your system in front of you. The hostess shrugged and said sorry. The infuriating part of this was sitting there in the waiting area being ignored by all the staff while watching the hostesses and the valet parking guys flirt and talk gossip. We were obviously not a priority and they were "checked out" for the evening since it was almost closing time. They did finally seat us and we ordered the mai-tais, but sadly they were not the same. The foam (which is what makes the mai tai so great) was really sour - not the same as you can get from the original restaurant. More broadly, I thought with this being such a nice restaurant, they would make more of an attempt to say they were sorry about ignoring us, but they didn't. Even if the mai-tai was great, we wont be coming back.

We had a wonderful dinner here this week. Server was fun…read moreand personable. God sat right away, while the wait at Tahiti Nut was over an hour. We got the Seared Ahi appetizer with a sesame crust. De-lish-ious! We got the Kahlua Pork Sandwich and the Mahi Mahi dish with crab, mashed potatoes, asparagus, and a drizzle of hollandaise sauce. For bevvies, we got the Mai Tai and the Rum Colada.

This place has a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. As we walked in, it reminded us of an…read moreApplebee's or Chili's--a casual place that's easy to stop into after a day at the beach. One thing we appreciated was the seating options. They have a nice outdoor tables that's covered, so you can enjoy the fresh Hawaiian air while staying protected from the sun or an occasional rain shower. The service was friendly, and our food arrived promptly, which was appreciated because we were hungry after a long day of exploring. That said, the food itself was pretty average. Nothing was bad, but nothing really stood out either. If you're looking for a casual, familiar meal similar to a chain restaurant, you'll probably be satisfied. We were hoping for something a little more memorable, especially considering all the wonderful local dining options on Kauai. For drinks, I'd recommend sticking with the draft beer. It was cold and refreshing. Unfortunately, the tropical cocktails--like the Piña Colada and Lava Flow--were disappointing and lacked the fresh island flavors we were expecting. Overall, it's a decent place for a casual meal with family, friendly service, but next time we'd probably choose one of Hanalei's many other local restaurants for a more memorable dining experience.

On our way to the Kauai Coffee Company, we decided to drive a bit further and hit Hanapepe for…read morelunch. Ku'ulei's Gourmet was an awesome choice. The staff were super friendly and the dishes hit the spot. The focaccia for the sandwiches was soft and chewy and the pesto was amazing. For a refreshing beverage, definitely try the "honey lemon grass green". Thanks!

Stopped here for lunch while visiting Hanapepe. Great place with tons of options on the menu and…read moreamazing service. We got the Hungarian mushroom soup, pesto pasta and Spinach Eggplant Lasagna. All the three tasted wonderful. Also got a lemonade as it was too hot that day. Initially we got a bar seat as there were no tables available when we went in and later switched to a table as they became available. The restrooms were clean and everything about this restaurant was good - the decor, food, service