Kauai Beer Company

Amazing staff, great food. Thank you for all the great help for our big family wedding dinner on short notice. We will always come back , You guys were on it with drinks and food and so patient. Thank you The food people was on point. Try this place out.

Parmesan fries and beer were good but the fish tacos apparently had horseradish (yuck!) that wasn’t on the menu, and the mac and cheese was too peppery.

Looks like a place for locals. Very different - you scan the QR code on your table and order thru that. I started with the Australian Chicken beer. The beer was just as described - and the second one tasted just as good. I ordered the Philly Cheesesteak. The cheesesteak was very tasty and the fries were served very hot and they tasted great also. My wife got the Shaken Chicken Tenders. The tenders were juicy and perfectly cooked. She had to get up and get her own silverware. While ordering you kept have to double check everything because sometimes the dot will skip to the next item.

Great local hangout. Food is amazing. Good beer too. Very friendly staff and very fast service. It was our first time here and we weren't disappointed. We'll definitely be back.

Stopped in for a beer and cocktail before going to the airport, stopped in during happy hour and tried the smash burger. It was so amazing! Lychee Sangria and the Black limousine beer.

This place was really good. Went at the busiest time and still able to get a seat. Got the jalapeno popper burger which was super good. The fries are battered and fried; super crispy and delicious. The homemade root beer was also fantastic. Definitely recommend this place. Edit a couple years later: still phenomenal. The rice beer and the Austrian Chicken were out of this world good.

This is my first time ever leaving a review, because while eating my charred smash burger, with nothing more than a speck of sauce on it, that took nearly an hour to come out, I really felt it was my duty to leave an honest review. I’ve had beer here before, and the beer is decent. Other than that, this place is trash. All ordering is done through an app. First thing I hated about this place. If I go to a brewery, I want to talk to people! I want to place an order with a human! Why on earth would a brewery encourage everyone to be on their phones rather than socializing with each other and with the server? This alone would have been enough for me to never come back. But the menu looked good, so I stuck around (I’m a sucker for a smash burger) so I ordered one (through my phone). It took nearly an hour to come out. One smash burger! And the place wasn’t even packed. Then the burger finally comes out. The buns were BLACK. Completely burnt. And there was a speck sauce the size of a pea on it. Needless to say the burger was nearly inedible, but as I had already been there an hour and had to get going, i wolfed down as much as i could handle (probably giving myself cancer from the carcinogens on the burnt bun) and asked for the tab. On top of this god awful burger that I had to order through my phone and wait an hour for, they still had the audacity to expect a 20% tip. I don’t know if I’ve ever had a worst experience at a brewery. Im not leaving this review because I’m an a-hole. I’m leaving this as a warning to customers, and more importantly, as an invitation to Kauai Island Brewery to step your game up. Ditch the app. People want to socialize. And if you burn the buns on a burger, please, for the love of a dang burger, toast some new buns. It takes a minute.

Casual atmosphere, bar food, pretty good experience. We stopped here for lunch on our way to the Lihue airport. The group had burgers, shrimp, a salad, BLT...don't remember what else, but it was all tasty. Wait staff was very friendly, kept the glasses full. The visiting chicken was a light hearted addition to our visit! The only down side was that they require you to order online, and pay online. It felt sort of like self checkout at the grocery store. We'd go back - and it probably wouldn't bother us on the second go-round, since we'd be ready for it!

Outstanding !! Great smash burger!! And Chicken fingers that were very, good!! Fries cooked perfect!! The Red wasn't bad either!!

The beer was good. We both had the west coast IPA. We sat inside. It was nice. They also have an area outside along the street and another outside area on the side. It was kinda weird that they don't let you inside until you ring a doorbell for the host. We waited at least 5 minutes not even sure that the doorbell worked. Then she told us to sit anywhere. They have food, but we just had the one beer.

Wow, this place is amazing. We kind of ended up here on a whim. We were looking for somewhere to get breakfast/brunch and saw Kauai Beer Company had both beer, breakfast and the football games my husband wanted to watch. I ended up getting a hibiscus mule which wasn't too sweet. My husband got a nice beer. He got the croissant sandwich and I got the mushroom toast. Both were amazing! We were surprised at great the food was. We definitely will come back during the time that we are in Kauai.

This place was good for an open spot near the resorts but the burger I received had so much sauce on it, it was a bit overwhelming. The service was very friendly though. It was hard going with a large group and ordering due to the online menu and ordering sticker which is great for a younger generation but can be challenging for those that have a hard time using their phone and a bit older. The Brussels sprouts were my favorite part so definitely try those if you love Brussels sprouts. The root beer I got was also very watery so maybe it was just the end of the day and I got the last of it or it wasn't balanced that day.

While service is friendly, you're kind of on your own. Kids & I opted to sit outside - service might be better inside. Mac & cheese was delicious, per my kiddos. I personally loved the potato salad! We didn't care for the fresh squeezed juice.

Husband had a pretty great experience here trying beers and I enjoyed good service and the chicken tenders and fries were pretty dang delicious! A few TVs to watch sports, bar seating as well as a good number of tables and booths. Large menu and they also pair up with local food trucks some evenings during the week. Servers were attentive and made sure we were taken care of.

Party of five. On the first day we arrived after 3:30pm ordered beers and ordered from the food truck. The brewery kitchen is closed. Today we came in and we are so glad that we came before the food truck time. The food from the Kaua'i Beer Co. is amazing, their chicken tenders, the black board special were great. Tenders are lightly breaded, one got the spicy; another got the lemon pepper. The french fries are amazing. And the garlic fries highly recommended. Philly cheesecake is highly recommended, extremely flavorful. We also got the blackboard special Smashburger teriyaki, which was raving reviews from the one that ordered and also those that tasted. A good friend to share. Oh and of course the beer. Pale Ale rocks, tropical and smooth. The Oktoberfest beer also very good

This place is great! The inside is bare bones and open concept. It very much feels like a bar with a few tables thrown in the mix. It's awesome -- perfect for people who want a casual meal or have kids that might scream and disturb others. We ordered and paid our bill on the tablet -- super simple and efficient. If you needed a server, they had a little card you could raise to get some assistance. The food was delicious. My sticky rib special was really good, but only 4-5 bones and a heaping serving of mashed potatoes and Cole slaw. I would have wanted more ribs and less sides. See the photo I took... My daughter loved her grilled cheese -- tasted like Swiss and American cheese. The smash burger wasn't really "smashed," but it was delicious. Their special sauce might be tartar sauce, not thousand island. My wife loved her fish tacos, but I don't sample. The pretzel was great -- including a delicious pub cheese and honey mustard. We didn't drink, but the beer selection had many local brews. Thanks for a great meal KBC!

We had lunch here yesterday. Pretty plain setting, open dining area, casual and clean. I had: Philly Cheeseteak (3.5/5) - Standard cheesesteak with decent flavors but a bit dry. Portion size a bit small. The side of slaw was okay. Chilli Cheese Fries (2/5) - Not so good. Looks like they don't really have chilli, so they threw on some meat patties and a can of beans as their interpretation. Not successful. The regular fries that come as a side to the entrees are actually very good, so I recommend not paying extra to have these good fries ruined.

It's a great place to stop in Lihue. We stopped before catching a flight. Food was excellent

Fish tacos are back on the menu (as of December 2024). The fish has some sort of blackened seasoning and is cut into bite-sized pieces, which makes it dry. It is sautéed, not batter fried. It was filling, but I wouldn't order it again. On an island with so many fish taco places, I chose the wrong one. Lesson learned. Service slightly improved as I sat inside, and I was alone. My server gave me the option of ordering from him in person! Shocking! They typically have gotten lazy since the pandemic, and still mostly expect you to order off the QV on your phone.

There is only one brewery on the island of Kauai, but there is more diversity in beer styles here than any of the breweries on the other islands. Justin Gerber is the owner and head brewer. And what he has going on here would be just as good any where in the world.  I would come back to Hawaii just to drink this beer. THE BEERS: Jerry's Rice Lager 6.8% ABV... tastes like a cream ale, smooth, creamy and slightly boozy Lihue Lager 4.5% ABV... all day drinker, typical Lager with a pilsner finish, if you like Miller, this will suffice Black Limousine schwarzbier 5% ABV... malty and delicious, IBUs are low.  I have had this same beer, but stronger and this was way better. Totally crushable! Austrian Chicken Vienna Lager 6.4% ABV... I was very surprised by this all day beer. Tropical Armadillo Oatmeal Pale Ale 6.2% ABV... here is the description: rolled oats give this beer a creamy, smooth mouthfeel. Dry hopped with citra and Amarillo hops. Beer Co. IPA 7.3% ABV... this is an easy drinking, well balanced IPA.  About my favorite. Kokobopo oak aged porter 6.8% ABV... you can taste the bourbon and oak, this has a coconut finish. Sleeping Giant 2023 American Barleywine 9.3% ABV... this is not an all day drinker, but definitely a keeper.  Smooth, not boozy for a high ABV. and wonderfully drinkable. There is food here. Didn't get to try any of it, but one of the patrons said the beer battered fries are killer.  Liked this brewery the best in my visit to Hawaii.

4 in the brewery category! Yes, the beer was good. But the food was a surprise. Great menu, lots to choose from. Highlights--the Brussels sprouts, the Mac and cheese and the smash burger. Meh--the pretzel. Service--you order your own food and drinks from a QR code, but service is quick and we had ample opportunity to ask questions. The only downside was we sat outside and there were SO MANY FLIES!

Great chill vibe with locals so kine. The staff was friendly and quick with a beer and recommendations on the local digs! (Thanks Aerial) the older guys I watched the game with made me wanna move there. But remember this Island's motto Keep it Kau-iet

We came here for lunch with our field trip shelter dog from the Kauai Humane Society. They had recommended places we could eat that were dog friendly and this was one of those places. We were even able to eat indoors which was nice because it was raining a bit outside. Our waiter was super nice and friendly and the other workers liked saying hello to our shelter dog. As for food I got the okonomiyaki fries and a bacon cheeseburger with a side salad. The okonomiyaki fries were unique and a bit on the sweet side. The bacon burger was delicious and hit the spot. This was a great place for lunch and we really enjoyed it.

I found Kauai to be a pretty sleepy island in comparison to the others that I've been to, but this was a great add to our short trip on the island to decompress after a long day exploring with some beers! We ended up getting a flight each to try. Prices were reasonable (I think about $3 a taster), and we each got four. I got a nice buzz and was ready to continue my journey in Kauai. They also serve food, but we were saving our appetite for another dinner that we had bookmarked. The service was fast and reliable. We actually ordered through an app which was found on a QR code at our table and minutes later our drinks were served. This is a great hang out spot with friends and family and also a good place to watch a game as they do have TVs here!

The service is always good and the place is always family friendly and clean. Tried out the chicken katsu this time and was pretty disappointed. The chicken was a bit overcooked and the rice was like warm and old, making it a dry meal. I usually get the burgers here and they are fine but today I gave it a shot and no good. The brussel sprouts are always tasty though...

Nice ambiance with outdoor seating. Lots of beer choices. Food was lack luster- we got a burger lettuce wrap, chicken katsu and Brussel sprouts. Burger was not juicy and lacked flavor, rice with katsu was dry and old. The only thing that was decent was the sprouts and they seemed a bit over dressed and almost too sweet.

I would give them half a star if possible, and that would be generous. Came here because of their menu but the kitchen is closed on Thursdays and they have food trucks. I would rather eat from a sewer-reclamation project than either of the food trucks. Avoid this place at all costs.

We got off the plane around lunch time so we found this place near the airport. The Reuben was amazing and I enjoyed the rice beer. It was light and refreshing. Everything came out quickly with their ordering system. And the staff were great. We especially appreciated Courtney. She was fun and knowledgable. . We liked it so much we are there before we got on the plane a week later. This is a muct do the next time we are on Kauai.

Of course you have to have a beer here. 6 minutes away from Alamo our rental car company we decided to get a quick bite and beer before we headed home to the mainland. The day we went was quite windy, and we sat outside. It was a chill environment, locals and tourist alike. They use mobile services so the menu and paying was all on the phone with ease. We paid through our phone and our food arrived in no time. I do wish, we had a typical server, but that's just my preference. I did flag a staff down for a beer recommendation, but nothing too crazy. Bathrooms were kinda gross, but what's to be expected of a bar. Foooood ahhhmazing! Had the Blue Cheese Burger and had nothing like it before, and the beeeeer coated fries were somethingggg else! The beer for me wasn't the highlight, but then again I am not a beer fanatic, so my option on this shouldn't be taken too seriously. But food -- food I know, and thissss exceeded my expectations on food!

Got off the plane and picked up the rental car and came here. What a treat. And a good way to start off your vacation to reset your internal clock. Happy hour menu with plenty of local craft beers. The ambiance is great and you can sit inside and outside. Try the fish tacos.

My friend insisted we come back for the Kung Pao Brussel Sprouts before heading to the airport and they were as good as we remember. Indoor or outdoor seating, there is plenty of it. Plenty options to grub on while sipping a cocktail or beer on tap. Service is always solid here with friendly staff.

I come here at least once a week and typically food and service is on point. Today was an absolute embarrassment. Food was cold. We had three at our table and after 30-minutes two people were served, while my order took an additional 25 minutes..and i ordered a medium rare burger ‍ burger came out very well done. Server(s) were not helpful and actually seemed angry i was even asking what the status of order was. Needless to say, i left super bummed. Not sure I'll be coming back here for a while. Edited to add: our appetizers came out at the end of the meal. SMH

We came in for an afternoon drink, and we sat outside on the picnic tables. It was convenient to order with the QR code on your phone. Ambiance was chill vibes, casual to hang out. Service was good. - We got the flight to try all of the beers. I love the variety. Some super refreshing to others that were dark and heavy. We didn't get food, but I wish we had tried the fries!

Just landed, so we hadn't adjusted to island time yet. Tables open, but we needed to wait to be seated. I was excited to try the fish and chips we'd heard about, but they were all out. Decided to ask waitress for recommendations since my second choice - fish tacos was no longer served. She suggested the brussel sprouts and reuben. Brussel sprouts were amazing, but I opted for the carnitas tacos which I was not a fan of! Beer flight was a great treat. Well worth the stop! Husband ordered the philly cheesesteak and loved it. Fun atmosphere, and would be 5 star if theyld had the fish n chips my heart was set on.

Wow what a great place! Excellent beers, lots of tasty menu options, and a great staff that always go the extra mile. To start, I recommend the Lihue Lager, or a flight of 3+ beer options that come in 4oz glasses. These guys know how to brew! I've liked so many beers here that it's too hard to keep count. Normally each time I'm here, there's a new beer option on draft. Hard to keep up! The food is pretty good also. A rarity for a "brewery" to have amazing beer AND a great food menu. Mostly bar food offered, but the Greek Salad is a healthy option and my latest go-to. Add Ahi and you are in for a treat! The Ahi Burger is great, it's seared to perfection and served with some of the island's best fries. Fried Brussels Sprouts another good option. Did I mention the fries? Yumm.. Stop by Kauai Beer Co and see what all the fuss is about. It's really that good!!

Ahhhh-mazing! As for food...Everything I tasted was flavorful and delicious! Do not skip the brussel sprouts, sweet with a little spice but all around so, so good. The pretzel was soft and the cheese and spicy mustard were perfect. The Rueben was incredible, peppery and so yummy! The gyro, fresh and tasty. My husband had the jalapeno smash burger and he loved it! We did the beer sampling...generous pours. As with any sampling, we liked some more than others. The lager was good and easy to drink. Refreshing on a hot day. My favorite drink was the strawberry guava rum refresher. We also tried the Rooster Rum, it was the perfect after dinner drink. Smooth and delicious. I would go back in a heartbeat and get the Brussels, Rueben and a strawberry guava refresher.

This review is specifically for their Sunday night's pop-up ramen night: ramen is just okay and a bit over priced for what we got. Will not return. I have been here three other times for their regular Kauai Beer Company food and I was blown away with their smoked reubens - the best reuben, ever! Sadly, when I returned the following trip to Kauai, they no longer have it on their menu. Everything else was just okay- nothing stood out. Overall: 3.5/5

This place is always spot on and the beer is the best on the island. I'm grateful the mac and cheese isn't only for kids, because it's amazing. It's usually our first stop when we land and often our last stop before we go. I love that they have a Schwarzbier as a flagship, not always easy to find! Dog friendly is an added bonus- take a shelter dog on a field trip and swing by here after a nice hike with the dog!

A great place for local craft beer and delicious food. The service is great, very friendly and knowledgeable about the beers they make. I had a beer and mom had a cocktail. Both were good. We also ordered a side of garlic fries. Very hot and crispy. The place has a sports bar vibe which made it a chill place.

Stopped off with our daughter's family which included our 19 month old granddaughter. We used the QR code to access the menu. They ordered the Rueben sandwich with Bavarian pretzels. The sandwich came with fries. They split the sandwich which was very tasty and the fries were exceptional, nice crunch with great flavor. The pretzel, however, was dense and most likely heated up in the micro wave cause after a few minutes, it was really chewy. My wife and I split the special which was coconut shrimp, $10.75 , only 4 shrimp. Can't go wrong with this item. It wasn't over cooked and was satisfying. My son-in-law had the Kauai Boc IPA which he enjoyed. Service was quick and accommodating.

If you're looking for a bar and grill ambiance this is your spot. The service was good and the food was great, "4.5 stars", "fries were delicious" - My 10 year old preppy tween. I had the ahi tuna burger and would give it a 4/5. Definitely worth a try. The only two issues: $5.50 for kids drinks with no refills and it was very loud.

This turned out to be a great find! We took our adult kids here after their flight from the mainland. We were seated at a table and we did our own ordering at the table using iPhones, QR code, to bring up menu, and followed their steps to order. We each ended up ordering individually, but one of us could've ordered for the table. They promptly brought the food, we needed something else so we put up a flag that was at the table, they quickly came and happily resolved the issue. They came and checked on us for refills and taste. It was new for me, but I have to say, it was all good, rather efficient and no problems. The food was EXCELLENT! Great fish & chips and burgers! I had the beer sampler and found my favorite! We loved the beer, super fresh and a great variety. Overall a really good experience and I highly recommend it!! We will be back.

It was so good we've come back twice so far on this trip and I'm sure we will be back yet again before we leave! From the moment you're greeted you're welcomed with island kindness. They have outside tables for dining or inside. The beers are great, the service too... but the food was exceptional! The first time we stopped for lunch was more to enjoy a pint or a few samplers, but saw the food coming out of the kitchen and had to order some fries and the coconut shrimp. The fries were perfectly golden and crisp, the shrimp were butterflied and toasted coconut gave that island taste. They too were perfectly golden & crunchy! Although we are dying to try new places on the island, this place just called us back! So back for a few pints and this time carnitas tacos. OMG a the tacos weee insanely delicious! They come two to a plate and are garnished with a creamy sauce that has a mild kick, fresh cabbage and the most moist yet perfectly fried crisp carnitas this Californian carnitas taco fan ever had! Amazing!!!! We also ordered more garlic Parmesan fries and the delicious Okonomiyaki Fries! Again served perfectly golden and crispy, with katsu sauce, green onions, dashi mayonnaise, and furikake. Insanely good! This place is amazing!

The service and food is fantastic!! Must try the Brussels sprouts and fish tacos. I'm not a beer drinker but my husband loved the beer, he got a flight of 7!

This place is the best brewery on the island. They have the best beer, and I liked the location.

We came in right when they opened 11AM on a Saturday. We were greeted upon walking in by friendly staff. You do have to order from table top QR code on phone which can be frustrating for some but in our case it was convenient especially because of the staffing shortages across the island. They did have a unique system in place, if you end up needing something you just put your flag up on table and staff will assist. The food was absolutely amazing, we loved everything we had ordered. We ordered the Jalapeño popper Burger so full of flavor I have never had cream cheese on a burger and it was pleasantly enjoyable, the fries were great, we also ordered the Rueben which our daughter loved she ordered it with a salad which was fresh, the Mac and cheese is a must! Next time on the island we will once again stop here before heading to the airport.

The only food we got here was the okonomiyaki fries so I don't have a lot to go off of, but the fries were (as expected) amazing, the beer was good, the service was great, and it was a really nice stop after our hike. I wouldn't have had it any other way!

We had some time to kill before checking into our rental and this place was close to the airport, so we stopped in for a bite. It's spacious and clean inside with a very laid back vibe. We started with the chicharon, which we devoured. Bf got the seared ahi and it was very fresh and tasty. I enjoyed my teriyaki burger but it was just very messy. Also, the fries are seemingly simple but were some of the best ever. Service is quick and friendly. Scan the menu and order through your phone and they bring everything to your table.

This was a fun spot to visit before heading to the airport for our next island! A bit strange of an entry, as you were told to ring a bell and wait outside - and someone came out to get you and show you a table inside. Not sure why this is the approach, but fine. QR codes to order, though then the servers took our orders anyway. Really quite extensive selection of brews and lots of good food options. We opted for the Okonomiyaki fries to share and a burger (happy hour special), then tried a selection of the beers. All good! Warm and welcoming interior and friendly staff. Well worth a visit!

Stopped after the flight in before heading up to Princeville. Everyone loved it! Fries are amazing!

Fun place. Good beers. Good cocktails. Great service. Will be back for sure. Had lots of fun!

Went for happy hour (2-5pm). Ordered the smashburger and garlic fries. Smashburger was juicy, great flavor. The supposed garlic fries had no garlic taste and were only slightly warm (we like our fries HOT). Service was great, staff was very friendly.

We drove by this place several times on the way to our hotel and thought we've got to try that place. Well we finally did on a warmer afternoon and we ended up having a margarita and a mixed drink first as it was so warm out. We then tried some tasters of beer. My husband tried the iPas and I tried the dark stout. We are pretty picky when it comes to beer and have our favorites (lead dog, Great Basin) and it was hard to not compare to those. I enjoyed the stout, but my husband felt his was just ok. This place is a lively fun atmosphere, all ordering is online and a great place to kick back and watch some sports with a drink if your staying in Lihui or near the airport.

Many of the restaurants throw around the term "crack" to describe how desirable their food can be, but the Kauai beer company has clearly achieved this title with a couple of their dishes. Highlights in their lineup in addition to good beers are deep fried brussel sprouts, garlic fries with aioli, and a skillet Mac and cheese. Amongst all these winners, the brussel sprouts were hands down the best that I have EVER had and most definitely worthy of the "crack" description. Crispy brussels adorned with peanuts, pickled onions, and an Asian inspired sauce had me inhaling every last morsel on the plate. Service was great with laid back, friendly staff makes this one of the better meals we had on the island.

Check out this gastropub. Try their delicious reuben sandwich. Washing down their juicy homemade pastrami on toasted sourdough with one of their cold draft beers is a nice break from the $200 frou frou dinners at the island's fancier restaurants. Wife had a burger and she enjoyed it. Their french fries are very good. They have nine or more of their beers on tap. You can order a 4 oz. sample for $3, or a 16 oz. glass for $9, or a flite of several different ones, or all of them, after which you probably shouldn't drive. All their beers I've tried are great. This is one of my favorite places to eat on Kaua'i.

Stopped here for lunch after landing in Kauai. Great place to sit outside with speedy service. Tried the Ono, Brussels spouts, okonomiyaki fries, coconut shrimp, burger, and sauerkraut! All things were delicious! Our favs were the Ono, coconut shrimp, and sauerkraut! The mashed potatoes and gravy that came with the fish were also spot on! Drinks (Jerry's Rice Beer, lilikoi margarita, and strawberry guava cocktail) were all solid! I'd definitely recommend a stop here to refuel!

My wife and I loved Kauai Beer Company!! The servers were all very nice and helpful. The ordering system was easy and super convenient. The food came out fast and picture perfect! The jalapeño burger was FANTASTIC and I'm going back for another. My wife got the fish tacos and they were the tits!! The dressing was sooo good. My wife said it taste like a miso sesame ginger flavor. Had a little kick that combined with the jalapeños had my taste buds on fire!