Verde Lihue
Verde Lihue
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Nestled in a strip mall in Lihue, Verde offers a unique twist on Mexican cuisine, catering to both vegan and vegetarian patrons. Although the menu lists only a few vegan items, such as the flavorful taro and mung bean tacos, the staff is eager to accommodate dietary preferences by customizing dishes. While reviews highlight some bland flavors and undercooked vegetables, the freshness of ingredients shines through. With a casual, inviting ambiance and standout options like the lime mud dessert, Verde creates a pleasant dining experience for those seeking healthier, lighter Mexican fare.
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There were a couple vegan options, all labeled as vegan. I got the vegan tacos (seasonal vegetables, Pico and lettuce on corn tortilla) and my husband got the vegan crumble tacos (taro protein crumbles, Pico, lettuce and guacamole on corn tortilla). My tacos were a bit bland but the vegetables were really fresh, the crumble tacos were much more flavorful. We also got the lime slushy and a horchata boba tea, both were fantastic.
They have some great vegan items but their Kapaa location has closed. They have a new location in Lihue, next to Domino's pizza, same great food! Updated from previous review on 2019-01-01
We went here skeptical, but were pleasantly surprised. We told the server we are vegam and she told us that the beans and rice were vegan and, in addition to the vegan tacos on the menu which are just veggie, there was an option not on the menu called the vegan crumble. It 's a meaty sort of ground beef texture made from taro and a kind of bean. It was really good. The chips and salsa were also really good and complimentary, plus they have some nice local teas, but watch out for honey in some of the teas.
So Kauai apparently has excellent Mexican restaurants, and Verde has got to be in the top 5. Located in one of the more modern commercial developments on Kauai, it feels like a place you?d find in a mainland shopping center, but the food is anything butrun of the mill. The Mahimahi Furikake Tacos were the best fish tacos I?ve had, from the furikake tortillas to thecilantro-furikake mahimahi with their signature aioli and unagi sauce. I wanted to try the ube horchata, but they said they ranout because it had been so hot that day. Will have to go back to try!
Fast food casual Mexican fare right of the main drag in Lihue. It was busy (always a good sign) but the 3 wait staff rocked it, working like a real team. The alcoholic drinks were really good. Loved the Mahi Mahi tacos. All fish dishes are market price. I think it was around $18. Don't be tempted to order the tres leche.... you'll be disappointed by the gummy texture, blandtaste, small size and overpriced.
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