Hawaiian Restaurants in Lihue, HI

“We had the most wonderful dining experience at this restaurant. The food was outstanding and so was our server Matt. He made several suggestions and all were awesome He gave impeccable service and made our evening very special. Kudos to Matt“

“I recommend the fried chicken with the Garlic sauce!Not too salty and not super deep fried! Was super good! And they stay up later then most shops in Lihue! 🤙🏻 5 star for me 💙🌺“

“Best Loco Moco, we stop here every time we visit the island.“

“friendly service nice atmosphere“

“great Ono kauai food highly recommend i love the poncho moco.yummy 😋 🤙 go check Liza guys out .you won't be disappointed“

“Great food awesome service! Best Poke bowl I've ever eaten.“

“Best Luau on the island. Can’t wait to come back.“

“Salad bar and music ambience is amazing and breathtaking.“

“Excellent food friendly service Wishing Kyle. his Ohana ,employees Merri Hurisumasu Be Safe hungry soing their MOW!!!!“

“Amazing food. Priced affordable for a big group. HUGE portions.“

“I got the BBQ mix plate for takeout and was really impressed with the portion size. It came with short ribs, steak, chicken, rice, and mac salad. Everything was flavorful and cooked well. The short ribs were especially good. Definitely a generous plate that left me full and satisfied. Service was fast and friendly. Overall, a great value and a tasty meal. I’ll definitely come back again.“

“Best food and huge portions“

“We are Marriott Owners and stayed on property to enjoy the Royal Sonesta amenities. Kukui's bar opened up after their beautiful remodel.while we were there. I shared my thoughts with Anthony, who was the manager on site. Christmas Day was crazy busy and the staff kicked butt and did a fantastic job. Boy, were they hustling and still kept their composure and professionalism! The menu has been refreshed and had many great healthy options. The prices are standard for this type of higher end property. The breakfast menu offered many options and all that we tasted were beautifully plated and very delicious! Yes, there were hiccups, which is expected, but the staff did the best they could. I'm not going to mention what needed to be improved on yet. As good as everything was, we know it will keep on improving as everyone settles in. Congratulations to Royal Sonesta and your entire team. Review in 12/26/24 Lucy & John Proud Marriott Owners“

“The food was exceptionally delicious and the choices were varied. There were six different preparations of poke. I chose spicy ahi and green onion ahi. Stellar range of flavors. The staff were friendly and very willing to explain the differences in preparation. Highly recommended!“

“Friendly service and great food“

“We absolutely loved this course!“

“They definitely give large portions. I ordered the Teriyaki Meatl loaf with steam rice, mac salad and shrimp. Plus we had Dinuguan with steam rice, Mac salad and shrimp. So Ono. Kudos to the staff and management. Please give them a merit raise and 15 minute extra break. I will definitely tell my family and friends.“

“Great experience and views“

“This is definitely a must go to when in kauai. I just love the simple quick and efficient service and the quality of food they serve.“

“Excellent local food!!! The oxtail soup is superb! The macadamia nut pancakes were fresh and the nuts crisp and fresh. So many locals eating there made us feel at home!“

“We stopped here for lunch right after arriving on Kauaʻi from our flight, since it’s conveniently located close to Līhuʻe Airport. It was the perfect first meal on the island. The service was very fast and friendly, and we loved the cozy, local atmosphere.

The saimin was fantastic, and the BBQ skewers were incredible — definitely some of the highlights of our meal. We also really liked the unique setup of the restaurant, with the tables connected in a zig-zag style, creating a fun and welcoming shared dining space. It felt very cute and authentic.

Just a note: it’s cash only, so make sure to come prepared. Definitely a great place to stop for a quick and delicious meal after arriving in Kauaʻi!“

“The atmosphere was extraordinary. This is a mom and pop restaurant, all family works here. So my water abd coffee were always filled. Plates and tables constantly cleaned. The family worked together as one. I was in awe. The macaroni salad was the best I tasted on four islands. I got the waffles with blueberry inside. Seriously wonderful taste with fresh rip berries. My son enjoyed the blueberry pancakes. The portions are large. Enjoy.“

“Best local place that's in the corner of industrial bldg. and the food is really good. I suggest all visitors and locals if you haven't gone there "GO" but bring cash to pay you won't be disappointed if seeking flavorful foods. Oh the sweets get some they are so delicious too :)“