Drift Kauai Restaurant & Bar

3540 Koloa Rd, Kalaheo
(808) 634-7773

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Ariana Sanabria

Delicious pupus, unfortunately I received a cocktail instead of my mocktail I’d ordered. I could barely walk straight to the car and crashed into my bed as soon we got home. Luckily my husband hadn’t ordered a strong drink so we only had to sit for a minute before heading home.
Extremely disappointing, but at least you know the cocktails are good right?

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 1

John Hopko

The sandwich maker was great with a nice personality and funny!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kaitlyn Bosshardt

Worth every penny! The food, service, cocktails, and atmosphere were exceptional. Definitely worth a stop if you are on Kauai. Probably the best sandwich. Mahalo!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jake Elkins

Super fresh margaritas and great atmosphere. Very relaxing spot for a drink.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

SD Darby

Happened upon this delightful and delicious restaurant in Lawai. The seating area and bar are surrounded by beautiful greenery and the breeze made our outdoor lunch nice and cool. The fresh food and drink selection were A++ as well as the wait staff. A definite must!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jeremiah Baker

We experienced next-level hospitality from this incredible family-run business on a night we will never forget.

My family and I were staying in Poipu when the tsunami evacuation was issued. Seeking higher ground, we joined a long line of cars heading up the hill and found ourselves at Warehouse 3540 and Drift Kauai. Looking back, I truly believe there was no better place we — along with 100+ other travelers from around the world — could have ended up on the entire island.

Around 4:00 PM, just three hours before the anticipated first wave, most of the shops and food trucks at Warehouse 3540 understandably closed for the night. But Drift Kauai stayed open — offering not just food and drinks, but also shelter, restrooms, water, and a genuine sense of calm and care.

Their entire family worked tirelessly for the next 7+ hours, serving incredible food and drinks until they quite literally ran out of everything. In the midst of a tense and uncertain situation, they did their best to keep us informed and make sure everyone was cared for — restocking bathrooms, making sure we had what we needed, and maintaining a warm, welcoming environment throughout the night.

With nowhere else to go, we enjoyed great food and drink, played games, found cover from the rain squalls, and even caught a surprise performance from a traveling trapeze troupe who were sheltering with us.

What could have been a frightening and stressful night became a truly memorable experience and a highlight of our trip — thanks to their kindness and generosity. Their hospitality was extraordinary, and we will always be grateful. Mahalo!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Johanna Bernardy

Drinks are well worth it and many choices. The food is absolutely terrible. Lots of bread with barely anything in the sandwich.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Crystel Weber

We are in Kauai right now, and landed an hour before the tsunami warning sounded. In search of somewhere to hunker down, we happened upon this place right as they closed. The owners not only reopened for people, but they provided an amazing atmosphere, and it felt like a neighborhood hangout. They eventually had to close down, but kept the lights on, restocked the bathroom with toilet paper, and let everyone know that they could park here overnight. Incredible.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Adam Loeffler

Great cocktail selection but very limited beer menu. Make great sandwiches too!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 3

Terry Roslawski

Last minute decision to swing in. Such a nice place to stop. Great ‘American Hero’ sandwich, local beers on tap and fun drink menu too. Oh, and the view is excellent for a place called Warehouse!

10/10. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

traci hetherington

This place is growing and their menu has a lot to offer. The drinks are fun and the food is tasty! The jungle atmosphere makes it memorable. Yummy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amanda

Beautiful bar with great music

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Luis C

Nice sandwiches and cocktails!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

John Drew

Great food, drinks, service, and atmosphere. Simple but very tasty menu. So glad we stopped.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Megan Jablonski

Excellent cocktails and the nicest bartenders!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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Drift Kauai Restaurant & Bar

3540 Koloa Rd, Kalaheo, HI 96741
(808) 634-7773