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    Wake Up Delicious

    4.6 (798 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Kali's pork with seaweed salad
    Vicki D.

    We were soooo hungry after hiking and stumbled upon Wake Up Delicious and thank goodness we did! The food here is excellence with friendly service and pretty views/people watching from the deck. It's a great place to grab food and take to the beach too. I will definitely visit again, Mahalo!

    Cute stickers
    Zabrina W.

    It was so good the first time I had to go back before my trip ended. Super good food and nice staff. There are very few seats for eating but it is a cute restaurant with stickers, hats and other souvenirs This is a must try.

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    Lydia X.

    Stumbled into this place because we saw it had a long line so we figured it must be good. And we were right. I got the katsu plate and the katsu was so crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It paired perfectly with the seaweed salad and rice. They were also very generous with the serving of katsu. The other unbeatable part about this place is the view you get if you eat on their patio. We just got to stare at the mountains and you can even see the waterfalls on those mountains. 10/10 dining experience, just beware of the chickens that will try to go at your food, haha.

    Chicken Catsuit
    Rachel K.

    Hands down the best food! We loved every bit. It gets super crowded but totally worth the time and wait! Our food came faster than expected. Can't wait to go back! PS they have the best Mac Salad

    Burrito
    Ashley E.

    Great service and chill atmosphere. The burrito I ordered was exactly what I needed that morning. Love Kauai and next time I go back, I will be returning to this establishment. My iced coffee was delicious, too

    Basic "B"
    Lola C.

    We had breakfast at Wake Up Delicious and everything truly lived up to the name! Every bite was so good, but the churro French toast was the star of the table -- perfectly crunchy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, and big enough to share. It had the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. On top of the amazing food, the views made the whole experience even better. There's just something about enjoying a delicious breakfast with a beautiful view that makes it that much more special.

    Churro French toast

    Get the French toast! Get the large size and take the leftovers to go! The burrito was so delicious too! Coffee was just ok, but the food and vibes here are unmatched

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    David C.

    DEC2025 Second visit to the area for us, had to bring friends to try it since we were around. Great for breakfast tho the weather wasn't the greatest at the time. Seating can be pretty limited tho it looks like they changed it a bit to fit more people outside. We were lucky to catch it as the line piled up behind us. Service helped with any questions we had. My partner and I got burritos, mine veggie hers kalua pork, along with a half order of the churro toast, coffee, and POG juice. Everything was cooked well. The burritos were still solid, everything well balanced as far as the ingredients. I wanted a bit more veggies but that's just personal preference. The churro toast was nice. It wasn't overly sweet which was surpising and it had a really nice crunch to it. Compatriots had ordered a kalua burrito and a plate to share and really enjoyed the meal. Most took a nice nap after the fact.

    Chicken Katsu
    Luis M.

    Girlfriend and I went out to the town to explore and it was decided we'd try this place out. This is a pretty small eatery that sells a variety of different trinkets. There isn't a lot of seating available, but we were lucky enough to find a spot. It's pretty cute and it was nice to browse while waiting for food. Staff was very friendly and I didn't feel rushed when placing my order. Got two different main dishes, Garlic Shrimp and Chicken Katsu. My girlfriend got her Garlic Shrimp with a scoop of rice and a side of seaweed salad. The portion of shrimp you get is very generous! The lemon garlic butter sauce really came through and was a perfect pairing for the shrimp. Flavors were nice and balanced. While the shrimp was delicious, she wasn't a fan of the seaweed salad, it didn't seem like it was fresh. My Chicken Katsu was delicious and its the best piece of katsu I've tried so far! It was crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. My only critique would be to serve the sauce on the side so the bottom of the katsu doesn't get soggy and one gets to enjoy that perfect crispness for longer. I got my katsu with a scoop of rice and kimchee. Both my sides were just okay. I would definitely come back to have both dishes again and perhaps try something new. Overall a 4/5 experience!

    Cinnamon Hawaiian Bread French Toast
    Christina Joy A.

    That Churro French Toast is something else. Drove up just to try it, had to wait 35 minutes, but it was worth it!! Also had their Kalua Pork Burrito - wasn't anything new to me, but portion size was great for the price.

    Inside counter
    Hannah N.

    My husband and I stopped by this place on a whim and boy are we glad we did!! When we walked in, we were greeted by multiple kind faces who immediately made us feel at home. We asked for recommendations and they said to share the Kalua burrito and a half order of the churro French toast. This is hands down the best breakfast burrito I've ever had and I wish I could give it 100 stars. They have three different salsas that they have made specifically for the burrito. We tried the pineapple one and it was amazing. It really elevated the flavors in the burrito. It was awesome to try such a curated salsa experience. The churro french toast was INCREDIBLE. I can't believe this is only a half order based on the amount of food we got. It was huge. The whipped cream is made in house and they do it well. The texture was amazing and it had the perfect sweetness. The churro bread was so delicious. They have coffee as well as a fridge with canned drinks. They had canned Diet Coke!! I was so happy to have a crisp drink with my breakfast. They have seating out front and the views were incredible. We originally planned to take it to go but the views made us stay and eat it. They also had a bunch of tables with stickers and handmade goodies. I could not recommend this place enough!!!

    Chicken Sausage, eggs & rice
    Debbie K.

    Checked out this place in Hanalei. Small eatery in a beach town, wooden plantation style structure. No AC. There was 1 table inside and had seating outside in the front but the sun was beating down, there is also counter seating at the back entrance and there were a few tables in the back towards the sidewalk. We sat at the counter seating and luckily there was a nice breeze that came through the small corridor that lead to the street. There is a small parking lot in the back that is shared with the other businesses. We were greeted warmly, there were baked goods like Baklava, cookies and a chiller with different Chia puddings and desserts. My Hubby ordered the Chicken Sausage, eggs and rice breakfast. Hubby said he wished the sausage was browned more, but it's your basic breakfast. I ordered the Garlic Shrimp Plate, which was ok, the garlic butter sauce was tasty, its peel and eat with the heads on, so you have to work to get your shrimp. All in all it was ok. Not sure if I would go back.

    Chai Mac
    Jace C.

    Wake Up Delicious was honestly one of the best food stops I had in Hawaii. I got the garlic shrimp plate, and it ended up being my favorite meal across both Kauai and Oahu. The shrimp were buttery, garlicky, and seasoned just right. The rice soaked up the juices without being soggy, which made every bite hit even better. I also tried the chai macadamia and it was really refreshing. We took the food up to Hā'ena Beach, about an 18-minute drive, and the shrimp were still hot and fresh when we got there. That says a lot about how well they prepare it. The place has a chill, local feel and the portions were solid. Definitely worth the stop if you're in Kauai. What I liked: Garlic shrimp cooked perfectly Still hot and fresh after the drive Chai macadamia was refreshing Good portions and relaxed vibe This is definitely one of my staples every time I visit Kauai.

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    My husband's favorite breakfast spot on the island, French toast was amazing! As were the breakfast sandwich and breakfast plate.

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    Went for the local late special that had the Kalua pork and cabbage. Great stuff! Savory and the macaroni salad was tasty

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    Aloha, Great food, great vibes and friendly service! Recommend the garlic shrimp and Kailua burrito for sure!

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    Ask the Community - Wake Up Delicious

    When does this place open? We would really love to check them out before we leave....

    11:30 am

    Hi, does anyone know if they'll be open this week? I've been trying to eat here since last week but it keeps saying "closed-special hours" and they don't answer the phone. We leave the island soon and this place looks like an absolute must try. 🤤

    Chef is on vacation. Open again Tuesday 8/13. There is a sign posted in the front window of the truck.

    Are they cash only? Or will they take a credit card?

    Cash only

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    My first breakfast in Kaua'i!…read more I came here for brunch with my group of 3 where we split three dishes from the menu. Service was accommodating and attentive while we navigated the menu; they offered recommendation as well which we really appreciated it. To drink, I ordered the cold brew with mac milk. It was refreshing! Not too creamy if that's not your style. Also not too sweet - which I really liked. Friend ordered the banana bread which was good but not stand-out. To eat, we split a garlic shrimp plate, breakfast burrito, and churro French toast. The garlic shrimp was my pick and it was seasoned well. Some parts of the shrimp were a little too mushy but overall good. The best thing on that plate was the mac salad! The breakfast burrito was good but even better with the salsa provided. The star was truly the churro French toast - which is less of a French toast and more like a fried donut? Nonetheless, the sauce/cream it came with was divine and paired amazing with the cinnamon-y crispiness of the bread. A cute little spot in Hanalei worth trying if you find yourself along the north shore for brunch.

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