Restaurants near Lawai

“I've never once left a review while still sitting in a restaurant, but I will tonight. This place makes me sad that I cannot eat here again tomorrow. I could tell you what we ordered, but it doesn't matter. You literally cannot screw it up.”

“The chicken and fish tacos were unbelievably delicious, and my husband raved about his carnitas burrito - best spices ever. The people were very personable - a long wait but worth every second!”

“This is the best sushi we had on the island. The food truck staff was extremely friendly, and all of the fish was very fresh. We loved the pink salmon roll and all of the nigiri. I highly recommend this restaurant!”

“5 stars all around! The grilled cheese pulled pork was possibly the best sandwich I’ve ever had. Mac salad was great, even the keiki hot dog was great. Owner was super personable and elevated our already great ”

“My sister and I were recommended Rainbeau Jo’s by a local resident on our first day of our vacation. Our grave error was waiting until the last 5 days of our 12-day trip to get to Rainbeau Jo’s. This place is AMAZING. The coffee is fantastic, the vibes are impeccable, and I’m still dreaming about the Cowabunga on rosemary bagel (one of the March specials). We went every day after our first visit and were never disappointed. Beau and Jo are so enthusiastic about life and friends and sharing their love of coffee with anyone who walks through the door. They had my coffee order down pat by the third visit, which I think qualifies me as a Regular (16oz latte with nonfat milk and coconut flavor). They were both so excited to see us walk through the door every morning and we were so thrilled to be greeted with joyful smiles and endearing enthusiasm. We came for the coffee and we stayed for the vibes and the coffee and also the bagels. I can’t recommend Rainbeau Jo’s enough. Come get a coffee and be part of Beau and Jo’s family.”

“Wow, amazing little spot for a vegan meal! We loved that they’re 100% vegan. Both the tacos and Thai salad were so fresh and delicious. We highly recommend this place for a healthy meal!”

“The food is really good. I had an omlet with the grilled cornbread and hashbrowns. The omlet was very tasty. I ate the whole thing. You have to get the grilled corn muffin for breakfast. Their lunch is good too. They have local beef for their burgers. They are open for dinner on some evenings and the dinner is just as good. It also has a bakery with pastries and sliced cake. Very yummy. They have plenty of staff that help get you seated and clean up quickly so others can get a table. You order first then get seated. It all works out. It has a diner feel to it. You can sit outside or inside. It is a popular spot so come with patience while you wait in line.”

“One of the best Açaí bowls I ever had!!! Especially the funky monkey was amazing. Love it! It’s in that supermarket. We first couldn’t find it. So check it out.”

“Absolutely loved the coffee here! Espresso is nicely roasted and shines through whatever beverage you get! The service is fantastic and very friendly! The sleeper beverage here is definitely the chai, a must try in my opinion. If you’re in the area stop by Eden Coffee!!!”

“Amazing place. We made reservations for our last night on the island as we were here for our honeymoon. They knew it was our honeymoon so gave us a special private table with exceptional views of the fish pond, the grounds and just the right amount of breeze. Service was amazing, food was incredible all for a reasonable price. Honestly, if we knew it would be a trio winner with excellent service, excellent food, excellent atmosphere for what we thought was a reasonable cost we would have eaten here more. The crab cakes were fabulous, Hawaiian plate fantastic and the husband loved the swordfish. For sure need advance reservations but well worth the planning! Wander the grounds before/after and take in the beauty.”

“If the fact that we came here 3 times for shaved ice in one week doesn't say how much we enjoyed it then I don't know what would! The best shaved ice I have ever had in Hawaii! Served with a smile and some local suggestions, a generous portion with naturally made fruit flavored syrups (you can totally tell) and a huge scoop of ice cream topped with some macadamia nuts and I am now adding them as a rotation into my diet. A small food cart, conveniently located across from a beautiful snorkel spot and some vacation rentals, there is limited street parks that we didn't have trouble finding but can see it being busy in the summer. Will be my first stop when I'm back in Kauai!”

“Made to feel very welcome herePlenty of parking (no charge)Walking tour of around 20 minutes was self guided and very interestingCoffee tasting was fun ?Wide selection of coffee, cakes and ice cream to buyRestrooms ? on site tooHighly recommended”

“I have sampled multiple menu items at this cafe and have enjoyed each one. During my most recent visit, I ordered the dumplings and fried chicken, which were both phenomenal. This place truly is a hidden gem that I highly recommend.”

“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.”

“Came here during lunch and had their lunch special. It tasted really good. The Naan was a little oily and probably cooked on a pan. Not a fan of it but the curry and rice was good. Owner was friendly and service was very fast.”

“Nice cafe with a hip vibe of the 1950s diner. The food is well prepared with local ingredients. The Mushroom soup is very tasty and so is the chili. They have a lunch special with soup, salad, roll sushi and flat bread.”

“Wow! If you are looking for a shave ice that isn’t sickly-sweet, with a bold natural flavor profile, this is just the place for you. We came just 10 minutes before closing and are so glad we did, will definitely be returning…”

“I was fighting a cough, so I went in and bought the Life Saver elixir (turmeric, horseradish, ginger, garlic, fermented chilis, apple cider vinegar). It healed me in 3-4 days! It was very potent and was like drinking hot sauce. Diluting it with water was helpful. I recommend this place!”

“A Must-Visit for Authentic Kauai Coffee and TreatsThis cafe is the best place to grab authentic Kauai coffee. The staff is wonderful and adds to the welcoming atmosphere. Don't miss out on their white chocolate macadamia nut cookie - it's absolutely delicious. A perfect spot for coffee lovers and anyone looking for a tasty treat.”

“We always stop in for delicious treats when we're in Hanapepe. Their selection of pastries is spectacular. The staff are always so down to earth and sweet. You won't be disappointed”

“Mmmmmm. Had a lovely Island Bliss latte with spy milk, tried my daughter's Eden Freeze (I'll be back midday for one of those), and my lady got a tasty latte. The quality, the milk selection, the lovely service, and all added up to the name of my drink pure Island Bliss. Definitely worth a stop for the magical bean drinks they offer.Vegetarian options: Good alternative milk choicesDietary restrictions: Several alternative milk options like soy and others”

“We are from Paso Robles California and I work at Sculpterra winery .. I was pouring for 3 ladies and Barb had told me that her brother owned a wine shop in Koloa .. I said we have family n friends there we will go! So went and met Dan and his wife at their store and made reservations for dinner at the Tasting Room.. we ordered sparkling wine .. the small Charcuterie board ( yum) we ordered the smoked beet salad and French onion soup.. we didn’t even get the larger bites cause this was enough ( but we saw the rib eye steak n salmon being served and they looked awesome )and then we indulged in the toffee!!We met Megan and Dani who were gracious and fun !! We had a delightful time !! You need to go!!!”

“Long wait due to only one woman handling the orders and drinks and handing out the food. But the food came out in 5-10 minutes is very good and filling. Had the French toast with bacons d eggs and loved it. Wife had the veggie fried rice with eggs and was very tasty. Paper cartons and plastic silverware so very casual. Find a table or spot in the plaza to sit and eat.”

“I can’t give higher than 4 ONLY due to the fact that this was the first time I’ve ever eaten poke. BUT! I have never been a lover of sushi but I wanted to try poke while in Kauai. I will say - I DID like it! Very much! So I can’t comment on “it’s the best I ever ever had” or “it’s the freshest I’ve ever had” only because this was my first time. Service was great!”

“If you're reading this review in February then LUCKY YOU! Stop what you're doing and go to Kind Coffee right now! They have a Holiday Valentine's Special drink, the Cupid's Latte. I am not exaggerating when I say I wait all year for this, and this is one of the best lattes I have ever had. It is a latte with homemade rose + raspberry syrup topped with a white chocolate cold foam (I get mine iced with soy milk + coffee cubes). In addition to this delicacy, you will be greeted with an always friendly, helpful and cheerful staff. Even outside of the holiday special, these guys bring the goods! They have a wonderful lavender matcha and local vanilla syrup, great coffee and flavored lattes of any kind (try the salted caramel macnut when in stock), pretty much anything you get from here is guaranteed to bring you joy. Also these are one of the few coffee places that offers soy milk around here (thank you!) What are you waiting for?! Get yours now!!Dietary restrictions: Options for anyone with any restriction!Parking: Depending on the time of day, you will find many spots or a few.”

“The best ginger beer I've ever had. The lavender was out of this world. The owner was super nice and personable. Well worth a stop especially if you are taking a boat or helicopter ride. This would keep you feeling good ?”

“Kickshaws was one of the highlights of our intimate wedding! Their catering menu is huge, so it was hard to pick dishes because everything looked so mouthwatering and creative. In the end, it was all delicious and everyone raved about the food. Paulette and Seth were easy to coordinate with and they were accommodating of all of our special requests. Definitely stop by their food truck or hire them for your next event!”

“Lovely to find a shop roasting beans. Would really have liked to see a light roast in the mix. Really unusual variety combinations. Tried the drip coffee and it was pretty good.”

“This is the BEST burger...EVER...we travel all over and have eaten tons of burgers... this is the best out there...the sauce is so addictive... those flavors are amazing! Great work Shaka Burgers!”

“Wait staff, location and food were all top notch. Bread was amazinng. We had the oscar and primerib. Everything was soo good. Well worth the price. Definitely would visit again.”