Staff is on top of it and food is seriously so good. Karaage is a must order. That crunch and…read moreflavor reminds me of growing up with my actual Japanese grandma. I was so so happy first bite. Don't sleep on their sushi. Super fresh and good quality, super delicious. Tuna sampler is a great price for what you get. Soba with tempura is yummy and fulfilled my craving. Dipping sauce was tasty. They know how to fry tempura the right way! Love that the seating is all outdoors. It's spacious and comfortable with the breeze. Lots of shade, no table is in the direct sun. We went early when they opened without reservations and found plenty parking and got sat immediately as a party of 4.

I love sitting outside and the garden was so adorable. Hamatchi the cat was very friendly and sat…read morewith us before dinner. Drinks came out after the meal came, which was a bit strange- BUT everything tasted so fresh, it was worth it. They had tamari (gluten free soy sauce) already on the table which was really nice. Staff was so kind and friendly, enjoyable experience.

Hands down my favorite meal I had on our trip to Kauai and it's not even close. We shared an 11 and…read more12 (with my wife and 2 kids). Portion size was good and since we shared it wasn't overwhelming or we didn't waste food. Korean fried chicken I think was the favorite between the four of us and then we all split on the other items. I thought all the meats were absolutely perfect. If you find yourself on this side of the island check the hours and make it happen, absolute slam dunk plate lunch.

Mahalo Bobbie! Really enjoyed the shops in Hanapepe! Cute town! And Bobbie's was a great find…read moreafter visiting Waimea Canyon! I think we ordered the #9 - Korean chicken and tempura shrimp combo with Mac salad! Mmmm It was definitely for 2 of us to share but still had to order extra Mac of course!!! Auntie was very nice and helpful. Food didn't take long at all!

The poke bowl was absolutely fabulous! So fresh. The people are so friendly and welcoming. The…read moreprice is so reasonable. And the cookies are amazing too!! I had an Ono sandwich which was great. I definitely will be back.

Delicious food and really good prices. Everyone was so kind and very helpful…read more I had placed a phone order but when I got there realized they had a high chair so I asked to switch to dine in. It was a happy, relaxed environment with regulars and tourists. The staff, I think, are mostly family and they were so wonderful and helped me manage feeding my 1 year old son by bringing him sweet potato and helping him in and out of their gorgeous high chair. I'm so excited to go back! I usually don't have a regular lunch spot when I'm out that way, but I've been telling everyone to go to Ku'ulei's since I ate there. I had a great experience and want to thank them if they are reading this review!

Home of the (BYOB) Build Your Own Breakfast. If your looking for a great breakfast meal, value and…read moreservice, Hanapepe Garden Grill is an excellent place to start your weekend. Lots of selections and best of all, you only order what you feel like. Check out the website for the complete menu.

This is a mom and pop shop style restaurant. We traveled over 45 minutes from the other side of the…read moreisland to eat here after a Google search and liked what we read on the menu. Everything we got was delicious! Potato Mac salad, Simian, baked crab dip with chips, plantation pineapple tea, cheeseburger w/cheddar cheese and onion rings. We enjoyed it all, but absolutely loved the crab dip and chips. The chips were perfect! The service was so awesome that we made sure to tip extra and voice how great she was. We will return here every work trip we get!!! Highly recommend!!!! Sorry we forgot to take pics, but trust us, everything was delicious!

Food was well prepared, reasonably priced and plentiful. Great for lace to eat following Hanapepe…read moreFriday Art Night.

So this little hidden gem on Kauai is the cookie factory. When you go in the door you are greeted…read moreby some very nice and accommodating women who let you have taste tests of the various flavors. Then you go in the back and pick out what you want. The prices are the best on the island dollars cheaper per box than in any grocery or other shop. Plus you already know how any flavor tastes. You might even get lucky and have them be packaging the flavor you most want fresh that day.

Five stars. This is for the factory store in Hanapepe on…read moreKauai. The food is prepackaged goodies offered here. The only non-pre packaged food is their flaky freshly baked Manju that you only can get here. It's ono stuff! The service is good and friendly and helpful here. Very nice! The ambiance is what you can expect from a factory store. Old school, but neat.

A friendly and local brewery restaurant with live music and great brews…read more We arrived late after doing the canyon. Tired, we came into a loud band on the porch outdoor area. (Note live music in Kauai seems to be loud all around) we yelled to the host that we wanted inside seating. We were seated quick. Staff checked on us often and offered insights on the locality. I got a flight of decent brews, and my wife got a special drink made up for her as recommended by staff. We ordered a pizza which was enough for four people. Great taste, and not a long wait. This is the most western brewery in the USA, and it is a great watering hole when cruising the southside of Kauai. Recommend the strong local vibe and friendly staff. It is a bar first, then an eatery. I wish I had more time to look upstairs as there seems to be a lot of retro pinball machines somewhere. I hope to make it back.

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.

If you're visiting Kauai and craving authentic Hispanic food, Pacho's Tacos is a must-stop. We…read morefound it randomly while exploring, and it ended up being one of the best meals we had on the island. The fish plate was incredible -- perfectly cooked with a great blend of fresh, bold flavors that really stood out. The burrito was solid as well, packed generously and full of flavor. Honestly, it felt like I was back in San Diego with the quality and taste. If you're visiting from outside the state and missing good Mexican food, you'll definitely appreciate this spot.

A cute little taco stand advertising "authentic Mexican food" located just off the main highway in…read moreHanapepe (although I think there are other locations elsewhere on the island). On a Monday at 11:45 we were the only customers and each ordered two tacos, fish and carnitas. You order at the window and they call you when the food is ready. There are a handful of picnic tables scattered around the taco shack or get the food to go. The fish taco was good, but the pork with big chunks of tender pork was fantastic-highly recommended. They were pretty quick and reasonably priced with tacos around $7 each.

Marlin's Quick Bite Cafe was exactly what we needed before our early morning plans! My husband and…read moreI had a 7:00am boat tour with Kauai Sea Tours right next door, and I was in desperate need of coffee -- thankfully, this spot came through. The coffee itself was pretty standard -- nothing extraordinary, but they offer a good variety of flavor syrups and milk alternatives, which is always nice. It definitely did the job as a quick and convenient caffeine fix before heading out. What really stood out was how convenient the location is, especially if you have an early tour nearby. The food also looked really good, and I honestly wish I had grabbed something to bring on the boat with me. Overall, a solid and reliable stop when you need something quick and easy. Perfect for convenience, especially for early morning adventures!

Stopped in for lunch and a cold brew and it did not disappoint! There are 4-5 types of poke styles…read moreto choose from and fresh local coffee. There are also little pastries and treats to choose from if you're coming in the morning. Service was quick and welcoming - ordered at the counter and ate at the little tables outside around the corner.

Food came out very quickly. Hubs had a miso ramen. I ordered Combo B. The curry and rice were…read moregood. The gyoza came out last and was good. Sadly the won ton in the soup one bite it was sour so I stopped. The raspberry iced tea tasted like a hint of toothpaste. Unusual. We did our errands in Kapaa and Vet's. We ate here since it is close to our next stop, a service in Kalaheo.

Serving up authentic Japanese comfort food with a nostalgic 90s vibe, this spot is all about…read moreflavor, value, and good energy. From rich, savory curry to perfectly crispy chicken katsu, every dish is made with care and legit taste. The laid-back, old-school atmosphere makes it feel like a hidden gem where great food meets affordable prices--simple, satisfying, and always worth coming back to.