Kalypso Island Bar & Grill

5-5156, Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI 96714, United States
+1 808-826-9700
$$$ Hawaiian restaurant , Bar
(3133 Reviews)
Price Range $20–30

Kalypso Island Bar & Grill sits right on Kuhio Highway in Hanalei, offering a relaxed Hawaiian dining experience with a nod toward island-style comfort food and casual bar vibes. It’s the kind of spot that locals and visitors alike find easy to settle into, whether you’re grabbing an early dinner after a day at the beach or winding down with a strong Mai Tai in hand.

The atmosphere is unpretentious and lively, with spacious outdoor seating on the patio that catches the breeze and offers good people-watching along the main drag. There’s a clearly diverse menu that leans heavily into fresh seafood and classic island flavors - from the blackened ahi tuna and Furikake-crusted ahi to hearty plates like the Rib Eye Beef Poke Bowl and pulled pork quesadilla. The menu balance means the place works well for families sharing plates or groups of friends looking for a Tropical cocktail and something satisfying to eat.

Service tends to be friendly and attentive, though wait times can fluctuate during busier evenings, which is worth factoring in if you have a schedule. The staff are quick to bring food out once ordered, and they handle drink requests well, especially if you’re in the mood for local brews like the Kua Bay IPA or house cocktails like the pina colada. The bar aspect of Kalypso lends itself well to happy hour crowds and casual meetups, especially as the sun starts to dip.

If you’re stopping by for breakfast or lunch, the taco platters stand out - especially the fish and chicken tacos served with a spicy jalapeño cream and housemade salsa. This is the kind of place you might visit after a morning surf session or a hike, when a flavorful but unfussy meal hits the spot.

Overall, Kalypso Island Bar & Grill caters to those who appreciate straightforward, well-executed Hawaiian and island-inspired dishes in a friendly, open-air setting. It’s particularly welcoming for families and groups, with enough variety on the menu to suit different tastes, and its location makes it a convenient and relaxed lunch or dinner option in the heart of Hanalei.

Highlights
Fast service
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great dessert
Serves local specialty
Sport
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
What they serve
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Comfort food
Happy-hour drinks
Happy-hour food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Best for
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Tuesday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Wednesday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Thursday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Friday

11:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Sunday

07:30 AM - 09:00 PM

3133 Reviews
Syamantak Roy

27 Mar 2026

Great food, great drinks, great experience. Staff were friendly and courteous. Great place to go with family in the middle of scenic kauai.

Amy M

26 Mar 2026

Kalua pork sandwich was amazing! Service was good, environment was great. The wait was long and not very organized but it was alright. Everyone enjoyed their food. Good happy hour options from 2-3! Didn’t love having to pay extra for fries. We also didn’t like not being informed of the gratuity, then being asked for an additional tip, so watch your bill!

Stephanie Harris

22 Mar 2026

We waited about 5 minutes for a table. We ordered and our food came very quickly. I got the coconut shrimp dinner plate with rice and asparagus. Cooked perfectly Al dente. Everything was delicious. Our server was Ziggy and he was awesome as well. Great service. We ate out on the patio which was fun. The bathrooms were clean. They have a quite a large menu. Salads, soup, fish, chicken, steaks, etc

Jen Hales

02 Mar 2026

Great restaurant in Hanalei. Everything on the menu sounded delicious and everyone in our party had a tough time deciding what to try. All of the food was amazing, especially the blackened ahi tuna, fish and fries, shrimp ceviche, and stuffed katsu chicken. Our server was attentive and friendly.

Craig Driscoll Helmstedter

02 Mar 2026

We had a wonderful dinner and drinks at Kalypso Island Bar & Grill in Hanalei. The Mai Tai's were strong and tasty-definitely worth enjoying, but sip carefully! I ordered the blackened fish and shrimp, which was beautifully crafted and absolutely delicious with the passion cilantro sauce. Our nephew enjoyed the Pipikaula taco trio, another fantastic plate. Great food, good drinks, enjoyable service and a fun Hanalei atmosphere.

Nicole Lee

14 Feb 2026

8/10 - garlic butter shrimp pasta 8/10: solid, but nothing special. creamy marinara sauce with melty cheese - pretty good. shrimp was well cooked, good portions. garlic bread mid but tasted good dipped in the sauce! - fish & fries 7/10: first bite was an 8 then got sick of it. fish was moist, a bit sweet. batter was not seasoned enough. fries were good and hot! tartar sauce was very mid

John Ray

04 Feb 2026

Stopped here for lunch during a tour. The food was excellent and the service was prompt and friendly. Mahi mahi was the dominant fish on the menu, and I went with the Blackened Ahi with Shrimp. It was excellent, with the shrimp also stuffed with a bit of crab. If you like lychees, several different lychee inspired drinks to wash it all down!

Joseph Tate

24 Dec 2025

Went with a group of 8 a few times during our trip. Initially grabbing dinner, then secondly for their all day happy hours Wednesday + Friday. Was impressed at how fast we were sat, but the service was relatively slow once at the table. Mahi mahi dish was excellent, lavaflow really enjoyed. Loaded nachos and shrimp ceviche were good fillers for the happy hour but wouldn’t order again. Mai tai’s get the job done for a happy hour but you’ll primarily taste the alcohol.

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