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Japanese Grandma's Cafe, Hanapepe, HI

Japanese Grandma's Cafe

4.7
4.7
83 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
20:30
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
We specialize in healthy, delicious Japanese Food!
Established in 2016.
The restaurant was opened with the philosophy of serving wonderful fresh food just like Japanese Grandma has fed to her family and friends!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Hawaiian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 16:00–20:30
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Hanapēpē
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 83 people are saying

Japanese Grandma's Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Value

  • Kauai

    Innovative

  • Kauai

    Good for groups

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Kauai

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Kauai

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Japanese Grandma's Cafe offers a "funky fun" atmosphere with "excellent sushi" and exceptional service. Dine in a "lovely garden" setting, enjoy live music, and savor fresh, delicious Japanese cuisine including standout dishes like "crispy rice w/ spicy tuna" and "ahi tacos." A "must visit" for sushi lovers in Kauai.
83 Reviews
  1. Pamela

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible vegan options. Wonderful Hawaiian music with great server

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  2. shea

    San Francisco1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Flies came out soon as food came. Feet felt dirty eating on the rocks in back. Service was ok. 3 ice cubes in my soda. table was un even because no flat service to rest on. Whole time eating my daughter and I were fighting the table wiggling back n forth

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  3. Heather

    Portland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Welcoming host, inviting ambience, attentive servers, varied menu, excellent sushi. Couldn’t taste more fresh. Our table enjoyed the Hanapepe roll, Grandma’s futomaki, red dragon, spicy tuna bomb, and unagi nigiri. The solo guitarist/singer added to the ambience as he seamlessly gave Bob Marley, James Taylor and Don Henley some serious competition.

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ive dined at some of the best sushi spots across LA and NYC, this spot’s flavors 100% competes!

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  5. Susan VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional in every way!! Best grilled Ahi ever! Pretty outdoor setting

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  6. Jaclyn

    Calgary1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sushi was delicious and came out quick. The special margarita was spicy and not too sweet. Service was great.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Detroit2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic. Fresh and well done. Nice presentation. We also enjoyed the open air seating and live music.

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    Boise2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 11 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Didn’t have our reservation on their books. Had the wrong food delivered and it never got fixed. No refills on sodas. Just not impressed

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    Jacksonville1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Did not have as many gluten-free options as advertised 

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  10. BethJ

    Seattle10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was super delicious. Service superb!! Our food arrived in short order. The waitstaff were attentive, kind, and friendly. We enjoyed the outdoor seating area…a relaxed and casual atmosphere vibe. We will definitely return!

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FAQs

Japanese Grandma's Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 855-5016.

Japanese Grandma's Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 83 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
20:30
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Japanese Grandma's Cafe

3871 Hanapepe Rd, Hanapepe, HI 96716

Additional information

  • Area
    Hanapēpē
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 16:00–20:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Hawaiian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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