35 Best Vegan Restaurants near Eleele

“I had the mahi-mahi with asparagus and mashed potato potatoes I think. The fish was good, but it needed the sauce that the mahi came in, which was fantastic. Asparagus cooked perfection. I had a side salad which was actually surprisingly big but it’s just iceberg lettuce carrots nothing special. I’m not a big beer fan so I didn’t buy any beer so I can’t help you there.“

“Omg, the bowls were amazing. This place is literally a hole in the wall (there’s an order window, and that’s it) and the food is incredible! Best place I’ve been to in Kauai! Well worth stopping by, particularly if you’re looking for vegan options.“

“WOW! I don't look at shaved ice the same anymore. Something about the syrups here taste natural and not so sugary. Blessed to have stumbled upon this place on a hot day. We came by not knowing they opened at 12 so we came back and soooo glad we did. The vibe here eating my shaved ice was so relaxing and cute with lizards and butterflies surrounding me. It was magical. I went to another shaved ice place more near my place I was staying and was so disappointed I didn't even finish it all. I have to recommend anyone who come out this way to visit. I'm from San Jose CA and absolutely loved this place. The drizzle with fresh strawberries, my mouth is drooling writing this review. I'm sad to not be able to look at shaved ice the same anymore. Awesome place!“

“These are the bowls! Loved the hulk. Didn’t love the non-açaí bowls (except the hulk because it also had açaí) but that is likely a preference thing.The açaí bowls have an exceptional consistency. They are not icy or crunchy but instead very smooth.The toppings were fresh, generously portioned and very tasty.If you are looking for the place, just enter the grocery store and walk to the back. The juice bar will be on your left.“

“Baked goods and breakfast galore! We had a huge cinnamon bun, breakfast sandwich, latte and iced coffee. All the baked goods looked delicious. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating.Parking: The lot is a good size, but it can be a challenge to get in and out of if traffic is heavy on the main road.“

“Just a couple young girls running this place and doing an awesome job. Ordered the root beer float shave ice (scoop of vanilla ice cream). My husband ordered a cherry one (scoop of macadamia nut ice cream) with a white cap. They tasted so yummy. Service was great and with a smile.“

“A great little ice cream shop with delicious vegan options. While sorbet is not particularly appealing when what you want is ice cream, the sorbetto here is close enough to vegan ice cream that those who can’t eat dairy can have something as great as those who can. Both ice cream and sorbetto had tons of options and great toppings.“

“Delicious. And a big thank you for trying to be mindful of our waste impact on the ?& the island by using earth friendly packaging/utensils. I was looking everywhere for a great shave ice business that also believes in social responsibility. Mahalo! ❤️“

“JoJo's is a classic. Getting into this one is more difficult because the restaurant space is so small. They have additional covered seating nearby, but be warned, it is well loved by previous shave ice enthusiasts--it's sticky! Bring baby wipes or something for your hands and faces.“

“Visiting from California and stopped here for a treat. I got a slice of the blueberry pina colada pie and it was sooooo yummy!! Expensive, it’s $7 for a slice of pie, but it was a delicious special treat. My family also got the cheesecake and snickerdoodle cookie dough and they loved those as well.“

“We ate here four times for breakfast while staying at a nearby resort- it’s that good! We pretty much had everything in the menu and it’s all delicious (the French toast was a stand out). Food is prepared very quickly with fresh, high quality ingredients. Portions are generous.“

“The best hamburger in the state, and I am from California. May even be better than In&Out If you visit Kauai please don’t miss, it’s like not going to Disneyland when you visit our State.“

“I really HATE sharing good places, only because it makes the line even longer, but these folks not only need a shoutout but another Crack. Phenomenal Mexican food for the Island. Quality eats, good price, great service with hard working folks. Mucho mahalos. Burritos, tacos, bowls all good“

“Phenomenal pie (it was a garlicky white devil) but one of the most unique and flavorful in a while, along with being a staff favorite. Mac and cheese was good but not excellent! Definitely would come back!! Also very affordable for portion size.“

“Delicious coffee and tea. Their building is a really cool historic building in keeping with the "old town" area. It has the most amazingly beautiful tree out front that canopies the entrance and part of their parking area. Relaxing vibe!“

“Amazing view, service, cocktails, and food! We’ve been here a couple times before and always loved the experience. Our server was very accommodating even with some guests particular entree adjustments. The tequila cocktail with ginger beer was phenomenal! 100% you need to visit if you are on the island??“

“Food:Possibly the best poke we've had. Went almost every other day while we were on south shore. Fantastic fish, perfect sauce blend that added to the fish without distracting from the flavor. Their poke does have romaine lettuce in it which I know some people aren't a fan of, so if you don't like it, just order it without it.Location:Nice clean little eating area. Decent parking right next to it, but plenty of parking nearby. Old Koloa Town has plenty of cool shops, so we frequently grab food at Big Monster, then grab ice cream nearby and walk around exploring.Highly recommend.Dietary restrictions: Couple of vegetarian options, but if you're vegan, why are you going to a sushi truck in the first place?Parking: Some spots right next to it, with plenty more a short walk down the block.“

“I’m writing this review 2 years after eating here because somehow I forgot to and I’m still thinking about the meal I had at Japanese Grandma’s Cafe. I had the Hamachi Kama which was amazing, but the strawberry cheesecake was mind blowing. I still think about it and now I just spent the last 2 days in Kyoto trying to find something that compares. It’s impossible! Someday if I ever get back to Kauai, Japanese Grandma’s will be one of the first places I go.“

“Phenomenal poke! Was told it was some of the best poke on the island and it lived up to the hype! I tried 3 versions and the avocado was my favorite but all were simply amazing! Arrive early as they often sell out. They are also closed on Mondays and Tuesdays“

“The best açaí ive ever had!! This is definitely an island gem . Must try them out . It’s a local family operated place offering up the best fruit desserts n snacks . For refreshing and “not too sweet” desserts go check them out! I had the drango fruit bowl minus granola the owner was kind enough to sub it out with extra fruits ???? every bite was magical!“

“Our server, Tina, was wonderful. She took great care of us and made the entire evening fun. We were seated on the balcony so noise level was low and view beautiful. Food was back up to the standard of Merriman's of old. Delicious, fresh and attractively served. Good cocktails. We'll be back.“

“Absolutely ridiculously good ice cream - the ooey gooey pineapple cake flavor in particular is just toe-curlingly tasty, with real chunks of pineapple upside down cake mixed in. Soft and creamy and scrumptious - lots of fantastic and unusual flavors.“

“Best mahi mahi tacos I’ve had in a while. Their shrimp burrito was great too (tortilla was a bit oily but I think that’s a feature). Dirty rice and refried beans were incredible and tasted good. Went there right before closing time (around 2:30pm) post Waimea canyon trip. There was still a few people ahead of us ordering. Seating was a bit tight. Highly recommend this place if you are near the Waimea area.“

“I have never left a review for any restaurant but our incredible experience made me feel the need to dive into these foreign waters - even went to the extent of creating a Google account to do so:My wife and I had the most spectacular experience at La Spezia tonight during our honeymoon.The atmosphere, staff and food were all absolutely incredible (highly recommend the lasagna and special barrel buffalo trace (if available)). The owner was the friendliest guy we have ever encountered at a restaurant - he did everything in his capacity to make our experience special and did the same for those around us.11/10 would recommend and hope to have the luxury of coming back again one day!“

“We've been to a LOT of luaus on Kauai and this is hands-down our favorite. They have the coolest pre-show activities, the best photographer, and some of the tastiest luau food we've ever had.I highly recommend splurging for the VIP tickets. You'll get the best seats, a special appetizer, and first crack at the buffet.The show is fantastic and quite enthralling. And the location is amazing. It's right next to the beach so you get the best sunset photos.If you're in the Poipu area, this is definitely the luau to book!Kid-friendliness: My 9yo LOVED this luau! He got to do all kinds of hands-on crafts before the show. And he really enjoyed all the food options.“

“This place is a staple for us to visit when we are in Kauai. They have some of the best pizza in Kauai. The atmosphere has a very down to earth local feeling. Service is great. Love the whole wheat crust and their dessert pizza is absolutely outstanding.“

“Visited with a party of 8 for breakfast, a were seated in about a half hour. I personally had the Loco Mocco for the first time, it was one of the best breakfasts I’ve had in a long time. Others in the group had the Banana and Macadamia nut pancakes and would also say that they are one of the best things they have had in a long time.“

“Loved the pizza! We ordered to go, but waiting was very pleasant, the staff was very helpful and super friendly. I love that it's super close to the cottages, can just walk on over.Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp for wheelchairs to the right of the restaurant entrance“

“My husband and I had a fabulous evening while in Kauai eating dinner at RumFire! We both got the Filet Mignon with mashed potatoes and my husband got the asparagus with his. During our two week stay in The Big Island and Kauai, we both agreed that this was our all-around best meal! We plan to go back next year! ?️? ☀️“

“This place is so much fun for adults and kids. The slide, pool, and activity area is so much fun and they welcome you with open arms. The food and drinks are amazing but…our service was why we kept coming back. Justyna has the best vibe and is so attentive. We recommend this place to everyone that comes to the Poipou area. ?“

“The fruit relishes are SO GOOD & the passion fruit mustard is amazing!!! Lemonade is great too— light + fresh. We did wait 30 mins in line as it was a busy weekend but that’s the cost of being popular & once you order it took them 3 minutes to get it out!“

“What a special place. It is all outdoor seating but it’s all covered as well. There was live Hawai’i music which was lovely. The service was fantastic. Perfectly timed. The drinks looked amazing. I had the island flower cocktail and it was perfectly delicious. I had the filet with a lobster tail. It was hands down the best lobster I’ve ever had. The cocktail nut shrimp were large and perfectly coated with batter.“

“Excellent local spot. Prices are very good, and the portions are generous. The MCS combo with the spicy chicken was my goto. I also got an unhealthy amount of their peach cobbler...simply perfect. Service is friendly, and food is always fresh tasting.“

“Best sandwich I’ve ever had! So fresh and tasty! (Club-Zilla) my wife had the strawberry jelly on a bagel and strawberry lemonade and they were both SOOO good. We will be stopping by here everyday when we come back to Kauai ? also going to pick it up before leaving to the airport ?“

“Craving Thai consistently delivers amazing curries, pad thai, spring rolls and many other traditional Thai dishes. Jasmine and the team are friendly and efficient. I have eaten here every week since 2016 because their food is so so delicious!“