The Fish Express - Lihue

#4 - Seafood - Lihue, Casual, Hawaiian

The Fish Express

The Fish Express
4.5 / 5 (5617 reviews)

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Nestled in Lihue, this poke spot garners much praise for its incredibly fresh seafood and a diverse array of toppings, providing an exceptional flavor experience. Diners rave about the quality of the poke, often highlighting the ahi tuna as a standout. However, the establishment's limited hours—closing at 4 PM—and lack of indoor seating create challenges for patrons seeking a traditional dining experience. While most appreciate the prompt service, some express disappointment over inconsistent portion sizes and a frustrating lack of payment options. Overall, it remains a popular choice for takeout in Kauai, celebrated for its vibrant flavors despite its constraints.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Jo

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★ 4.5 / 5 from 5617 reviews
jo-barsa
22.09.2024

The Ahi here could not be fresher. So reasonably priced at $24.99/lb!! We bought the ahi sashimi, and it was melt-in-your-mouth delicious! We're definitely going back for more!! We also got the Chinese plate. It was good, but we brought it home and reheated it. It's too bad there's no where to sit and eat your food.

laura-hernandez-farm-1
22.09.2024

We came here for our first poke in our vacation and we had nothing to compare it to, but after a week in Kauai I can confidently say this was the worst one. The fish itself was okay but it was by far the most expensive, the least amount of fish, worst service and no place to sit and eat it. I wouldn’t recommend it

katg
22.09.2024

The folks were super friendly with me and teaching me how to order a Poké bowl. I opted to have it on greens. The greens were fresh and crispy. I topped mine with spicy Ahi, and as much kimchi as I could. There were tons of toppings available, and I especially liked the seaweed salad and cucumbers. Everything was so fresh and delicious. The dressing was also fantastic. My loaded up bowl ended up costing around $17.50 and it was an excellent value. They also had a refrigerated case of beverages, including some beer.

sdgirl
22.09.2024

Hidden gem ! The selection for poke bowls was fantastic! Grabbed our food and ate at a park. And very reasonably priced for fresh ahi.

howard-bruce-1
22.09.2024

Had the 3 scoop poke bowl with octopus, shrimp tuna. All 3 were excellent, and I couldn't eat it all. I was able to sample before I added, and the service was great. I wish I could eat in, but you can't have everything. There are a couple of spots outside to eat, and the experience was one I would choose again.

FAQ

The restaurant offers you a choice of gluten-free dishes.

The restaurant is accessible and can therefore also be used with a wheelchair or physical disabilities.

The place also accepts credit cards from the common providers as a means of payment.

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