Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.6 out of 5
Outstanding | 5571 reviews

What User likes about Hualani's:
incredible cool experience of eating with cool atmosphere and great view. we started with the appetizers first, we were a big group so ordered all the appetizers on the menu, my favorite was the lamb, even the garnels were pretty good. after that we got the fried fish and it was delicious (especially with the sweet spicy sauce) for the main course I personally got the macadamia bounced Ni’ihau uku and it was fantasti... View all feedback.

What User doesn't like about Hualani's:
The grounds are lovely and so is the view. A welcoming sign invites guests to grab a menu, grab a coffee, find a seat until the server comes. There's a counter set up with coffee dispensers, assorted milks, and sugar. What the welcoming sign doesn't mention is that this coffee will later be added to your bill, a painfully overpriced $5 for the DIY mud. Take a chance on the $15 sliced fruit plate, optimistically antic... View all feedback.

Reviews from various websites

Opentable
5.0 ★ from 29 reviews
Teresaa
07.03.2025 - 23:37

Our server was very knowledgeable. We started with short rib pot sticker that were delicious. We will definitely be coming back on our next visit.

Liza
07.03.2025 - 23:37

Lovely selection of meat and fish dishes Prepared with savory and unique spices And lovely presentation!

Cindi
07.03.2025 - 23:37

Hualani's is quickly becoming one of my favorite restaurants on the island. Whenever I dine at Hualani's I am always amazed by the breathtaking views, the delic...

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Francesca
07.03.2025 - 23:37

I had the best sea bass I ever tasted in my entire life. The grass right in front of the table was perfect as my 3 year old was able to run around and play in e...

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William
07.03.2025 - 23:37

Amazing setting with amazing food and friendly and quick service.

Restaurantji
4.5 ★ from 1434 reviews
Natalie
17.09.2023 - 10:03

Everyone from the hostess to the waiters to the manager was very pleasant and made this a memorable evening for my wife and I. You'll probably want to dress up...

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MandM
17.09.2023 - 10:03

From the moment we arrived until the moment we left, the experience was simply exceptional. Every single dish and drink we had was nothing short of perfection....

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The atmosphere is wonderful, and the coconut shrimp is delicious. Arrive early to enjoy seating by the fire!

View and ambiance were beautiful. ? but worth it. Food was tasty and made to perfection. Dinner date with the kids ? made it so special and filled my , missing...

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Trevor
17.09.2023 - 10:03

What started out as a nice late lunch quickly ended in a rude and disrespectful exit. As our food arrived (mediocre salads), the staff started to obnoxiously mo...

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Menu
5.0 ★ from 8 reviews

Incredible cool experience of eating with cool atmosphere and great view. we started with the appetizers first, we were a big group so ordered all the appetizer...

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We had an outstanding experience with both cocktails and dinners at this restaurant. The cocktails were expertly crafted and perfectly balanced, not overly swee...

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This is an amazing restaurant with stunning views, fantastic cocktails, and the most delicious food! The staff is friendly, and you'll want to arrive early to c...

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Колонина
30.11.2022 - 22:16

My boyfriend took me here for a birthday dinner, oh my goodness, he's getting a screw up pass for a full year! all the staff was incredible, from the complimen...

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Natalie
30.11.2022 - 22:16

Husband and I came here straight from our wedding. We made a reservation beforehand. The food was amazing and the staff were also friendly! Best mango margarita...

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Yelp
4.4 ★ from 8 reviews
Roxanne
13.11.2023 - 18:06

We had a family dinner where we shared several dishes to experience the variety of fish on the menu, and we ended our meal with the A5 Wagyu steak. The chef def...

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Gabriel
13.11.2023 - 18:06

I took off a star (and honestly considered taking off another) because of the loud, poor-quality music playing in the background. Why is it necessary to have su...

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Kala
13.11.2023 - 18:06

The most incredible restaurant in Kauai! Chef Alex consistently impresses with his farm-to-table approach.

Rachel
13.11.2023 - 18:06

This place is AMAZING for dinner. We were in Hawaii for 5 nights and after having dinner here on our 2nd night, we quickly made a reservation for the last night...

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Marguerite
13.11.2023 - 18:06

We have been to this restaurant a few times now while we are in Lihue and we have had a favorable experience. Unfortunately this time around started a bit off....

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Google
4.7 ★ from 3 reviews
Stefan
13.11.2023 - 18:06

The food and the views are outstanding. I would rate the food a perfect 5, the service also a 5, and the atmosphere a solid 5 as well.

Olivia
13.11.2023 - 18:06

Service: Dine-in Meal Type: Dinner Price per person: $50–100 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Olga
07.03.2025 - 23:37

Service: Dine in Meal type: Brunch Price per person: $50–100 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5

Tripadvisor
4.1 ★ from 109 reviews
Restaurantguru
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4.8 ★ from 8 reviews

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