Uncle D's Kauai

What a wonderful find Uncle D’s was for us? We walked into town from our ship and ran into this amazing little place tucked into a mini-mall of small independent businesses. We had both the pulled pork and the brisket, and got ours served in a unique way to us: on a “macaroni boat.” All three were excellent! The portions are more than ample, such that we had a hard time making much of a dent in the macaroni after eating the delicious meat topping. I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for “lunch in town” during your cruise stop in Kauai. This BBQ beats the pants off anything you’d have had on the ship, I guarantee it!

I can't believe it's taken me so long to come here. What an eclectic shop. Disc golf supplies, craft beer, and bbq. Their beer selection is insane. Over 130 different types! Needless to say, we left with quite a few to try. The bbq was also amazing. My favorite was the pulled pork sandwich and Mac and cheese. We also had the brisket Philly with Mac salad and coleslaw. All of it was amazing. Uncle D is pretty rad too. Highly recommend checking them out.

Was on the cruise ship and was looking for a great place to eat, specifically a place where the local population eats at and I found Uncle Ds. Excellent food, by far the best pulled pork sandwich I have ever had. We added a side of their world famous baked beans. Wow, absolutely an outstanding meal. This is a must go to place when you are in the area. When we come back this is the first place I will go to for lunch.

Do not miss out on this absolute gem of a BBQ delight at Uncle D's! What a wonderful experience! Truly some of the most incredible BBQ we've tasted in our 5 decades on this beautiful earth. My wife ordered the Mac & Cheese Boat with bbq'd brisket. Wow!!!! Deliciously rich and oh so satisfying! I had to go with brisket sandwich and it was remarkable in every way. I would judge any bbq brisket with this exceptional delicacy as the gold standard. We had the baked beans as a side and absolutely spot on for flavor and so dang yummy 😋. The beer selection rounded out one of the best meals we've ever enjoyed on the Hawaiian Islands. Definitely some of the most delicious BBQ we've ever tasted. Our mad respect goes out to the culinary brilliance who orchestrated this flavor! Bravo!!! Thank you so much and truly cannot recommend Uncle D's enough!

We got mac and cheese plate with different proteins. My wife got a jack fruit and I got smoked chopped brisket. We got the bowl spicy. It is out of this world experience and I never had this kind of mac and cheese before.

They have on/off days for certain meats so I couldn’t get brisket but it was a ribs day so that’s what I got. I’m from Houston texas so my BBQ standards are high. It was okay the ribs were not fall off the bone but they had a great sauce. I recommend getting some spice sauce added. The macaroni was good. The seasoned ride is white rice with some seasoning sprinkled on top.

So delicious. Tim (a local) told us to go here. The boat w brisket and pulled pork was so good. Huge portion. Spicy had flavor and not too bad for people who don't like spice. Might go back tomorrow, haha. Potato salad ran out so will have to try that next time!

10/10 would definitely recommend and come again. It’s a nice refreshing change to have this type of BBQ on the island compared to the normal Korean or Chinese BBQ. Photos don’t do it justice but the brisket boat and Philly sandwich was great! Can’t wait to come back to try everything else on the menu.

Food is 10/10. Environment is 10/10! Brisket barbecue and Mac was killer. Thank you!! Will be back!!

We stopped here to get lunch before we headed to the airport since the airport does not have good options. Loved that we weren't overwhelmed with too many options. The wait was on the longer side due to how popular it is! Food was amazing though and it stayed warmed throughout the tsa checkout line! So happy that this can be a new spot for us.

Ordered the BBQ Chicken Mac n Cheese Boat--filling and satisfying. The sweet BBQ sauce paired well with the savory mac and cheese, and the portion had a generous amount of protein. Friendly service, though there was only one worker, so it could be a bit slow at times. The interior has nice decor, and there's outdoor seating available in the plaza.

They might be open, but they only serve food during certain hours. I guess you need to call even if they say they are open.

The BBQ is good, but the service is A+, truly very friendly, thoughtful people working here. I don't think I've ever been to a disc golf / BBQ joint before, so points for that novelty. The disc golf component was actually the selling point for my partner - he was looking for a new driver and the shop had a great variety to choose from. An employee who I think was Uncle D (his 'stache matched their branding) was really knowledgeable in helping my partner choose a new disc. As for the food, the pulled pork sandwich (more like a sub, it was a big boy) and the two sides of mac n cheese and kale were tasty and a great value. My meal weighed like 2 lbs, I was so full afterwards. They also have a great selection of beers and ciders that are very reasonably priced. I wanted something not too sweet and Hawaiian, and was steered towards a very refreshing lilikoi cider. This was a random hidden gem that I'm happy we stumbled upon while driving through Lihue, check them out!

Easy pick up BBQ with excellent flavor and large portions! We ate at the tables in the shopping center. They had a huge variety of beers and other non-alcoholic drinks. My husband and I got the pulled pork Mac n cheese boat (spicy). Lots of meat and delicious! Mac n cheese wasn't the best but complimented the meat well. My daughter got the pulled chicken buffalo chicken sandwich. She said it was really good!

Love this spot. Great variety of drinks to choose from and delicious food. I like to get the brisket bites without the bun and have it over all the sides.

The pulled pork mac and cheese was amazing and a huge portion. I can't wait to go back.

Ordered the BBQ Chicken and the BBQ Brisket Mac n Cheese Boat, and both were super tasty. I really loved the selection of beer - I'm a stout drinker and there were plenty of choices. Can't wait to go back.

Food was spectacular! We ordered brisket Mac and cheese boats and it did NOT disappoint! We have a bunch of kids with us and the guy making our food ended up coming out to the car to deliver the food instead of us going all the way to the spot. That was incredibly unnecessary but so so so appreciated and kind/thoughtful to do. Superb service and food!

Fantastic BBQ. We stopped here for lunch and glad we did, it's some of the best BBQ we've ever had. My 16 month year old son who refuses to eat meat ever was pulling little fist fulls of pulled pork off my wife's sandwich non stop. Everything was great and glad we picked this place!

Best bbq and great service All at a value price Had the boat with the meat on macaroni and cheese Pulled pork, chicken and brisket were all exceptional Went 3 times in 2 weeks

Came in about 10 minutes after they were wrapping it up for the day. Luckily for us. they JUST happened to have a couple lunches boxed up. We gladly partook! One beef brisket Mac and cheese and one pulled pork Mac and cheese. Top notch! Super friendly guys. Highly recommend.

Wanted to try this place for a while but it wasn't open . Small spot w a limited menu. There was a line of old and young from all races when I went in which is a good sign but who doesn't like bbq? Friendly cashier . I tried a pulled pork sandwich which includes 2 sides for about $17.00. Coleslaw is on the side or on top . There are benches to wait outside and different drinks for you to choose from. Food took a while to come out but probably bc it was so busy. The sandwich was a small sub w chips underneath so price is right. Macaroni salad was solid but not a fan of the baked beans .will go back so I can try the brisket and Mac and cheese.

Really good KC style bbq here on Kauai. I had a pulled pork sandwich spicy, with a kale salad and Mac and cheese. Loved it. The pulled pork was just as good without the bun as with! That is the test of great pulled pork. The kale salad and Mac and cheese were both great sides. I had slaw on my sandwich wich was a great addition. My wife had the Philly- she loved it too. I didn't try. She said the beans were top notch. Great place by the Marriott/Royal Sonesta on Kalapaki Beach!

We got the pulled pork mac n cheese boat and the jackfruit mac n cheese boat. Meat was good but nothing special and the sauce was okay. Portion size was good. The service was good and the owner was friendly.

This BBQ was amazing! They offer a bunch of beers, Ayres and there as well so I was able to pick up a drink on getting. Everyone there was very nice and the portions are generous.

We were in a pinch trying to get to the airport and were in the mood for Hawaiian BBQ and stumbled across this store - which is a compilation of a restaurant, liquor store and surf shop. It was good, but there are no modifications that were permitted to the meals. It is very basic as it is a one-man shop. I prefer access to condiments, etc when I eat and would have loved options. The food also takes a while to get as again, one person is working there. It is great if you have time and are not a picky eater.

First timer here, and goodness gracious, how bomb is this place? We were helped by Uncle D himself!! He was so personable and even handsome . They're moving in to a new location, but the merchandise was nicely organized and displayed. I chose the Day Drinking Society shirt which is super cute! I ordered the medium heat brisket Mac n cheese boat with a side of the kale salad. Soooo dang good! Thanks, Uncle D!!

Not sure if the gentleman that helped us was uncle D, but he was super cool and friendly. Both sandwiches were off the hook as well the sides. Baked beans, macaroni salad, and kale salad was a great pair with the smoky BBQ sandwiches. Definitely worth the drive!

Some of the best bbq!! The sauces are to die for! I couldn't recommend this enough!! A must stop when in kauai! UNCLE D is such a nice man always explaining whats in his sauces! So so so so good!

Uncle D's Kauai Disc Shop and BBQ Restaurant in Lihue has the best BBQ on the island. It was so delicious that we ate there 3 times during our 2 week stay. It's a take out place so you can take your food to the beach or eat at the shaded patio area nearby. We had the Mac-n-Cheese Boats with brisket, pulled pork, and shredded chicken. My hubby bought a disc- if you're into disc golf, they have an amazing collection to choose from. They also have coolers with drinks and sell delicious BBQ sauces and hot sauce. They serve lunch on certain days/hours (currently 10:30am-2:30pm) so check the website for info. Because the food is so good, they sell out of items so you may want to go earlier in the day. Uncle D's is a true island gem. Stop by for the best lunch on the island!

We came in right at closing (unknown to us at the time) but staff was still very friendly and offered us a few options they could still get us . We were happy with that and it sounded great and then tasted great as well . We bought 2 bottles of their sauce which he stated was TSA APPROVED, which we needed since we were traveling back home . TSA stopped me and tried to take them and I said nope, look at the oz! And he gave them both back to me. :) They also came in a coozie, which ended up being more helpful than ever . Soon as we got home, my carryon fell out of the truck and the only thing to come out the back and land on the cement was my bbq sauce !! however , thanks to the coozie, neither broke ! Happy about that lol

Only open very limited hours, this BBQ is legit! Make it a priority to come here and split a meal. Almost like a speakeasy in a disc golf shop, this place is a hidden gem! (Pick up a disc while you're here--great selection!) only a few options, but still something for everyone. We had the pulled pork sandwich the first day--delicious! And the Mac n cheese with pulled pork the second day. Both were ono! The best part is how friendly the staff is. They got hit hard during Covid and are just trying to make it on the island. Come support them and have a fantastic meal!

*I tried the brisket and pulled pork sandwiches. Both were delicious! *Lots of drink options - bottles of beer, whiskey, soda and more *Cool local spot for quality food and hospitality *This gem is tucked away in the back of a shopping plaza. Park, grab and go! *I definitely bought their homemade sauces to take home ;) Mahalo Uncle D!

Stumbled upon this place via Yelp, but what really drove us in was the fact that they are also a disc golf shop; largest in the state actually! I'm a BBQ snob and my husband is an avid disc golfer so this was a match made in paradise for us. The food did not disappoint; we arrived around 2:45 and were told that the kitchen closes at 2:30 but the owner happily accommodated my hunger and craving for BBQ. We were offered their Mac n cheese boats topped with brisket and pulled pork. Outstanding meat and portions! They also offer a mild or spicy sauce. We opted for the mild and is was a yummy sweet island bbq.

Stopped here on a whim while out walking and looking for somewhere close to our rental to grab lunch. We were hesitant at first because it is just a little shop with disc golf supplies and didn't really look like a restaurant. But it smelled really good. My husband and I had the half-and-half mac & cheese boat with brisket and pulled pork. It was delicious! The mac & cheese was creamy and the spicy barbecue sauce was perfect. It was big enough to share. There was also a great selection of craft beer and I was so happy to finally find some dark beers! Great experience overall, will definitely be back!

This was AMAZING FOOD! We wished we'd eaten here on the first day of our trip so we could have enjoyed it more than just once, but at least we got to enjoy it the day we flew home. We had the pulled pork with beans and rice and it was EXCELLENT!! The owner is a super nice man, which is always a plus. Don't wait like we did, go get a great BBQ dish here, you will love it!!!

Amazing bque and very good customer service. We had the brisket Philly cheesesteak and the ribs. Both were amazing! Highly recommend!

Absolutely Fantastic. 10/10. Would recommend to anyone and everyone traveling to Kauai. Nicest staff working, had great conversations while briefly waiting for our food. We ordered the Buffalo Chicken on Mac-n-cheese, per the employee's suggestion, and LOVED IT! We will definitely be back next time we visit Kauai!

My Husband and I ate this delectable, delicious, scrumptious, perfect BBQ hole in the wall and we were in macaroni heaven. The stringy cheese running off the fork and into the pork which we shoveled into our gullets was as paradise as Kauai itself. Go here, add to the perfection of the island. =D

Oh my goodness. We finally found a real barbecue place on Kauai, and not a so call great Chinese barbecue place. They serve real Texas barbecue. Pulled pork, brisket, chicken. Everything is delicious. They even offer your barbecue sauce in mild, medium or spicy. The service was friendly and professional. He took the time to explain the menu and offer suggestions.

Incredible food and service! This was a great find. They have tons of smoky meat, canned/bottled craft beer, discs, and even gifts to take back home. Staff did a great job of explaining all the food options and we settled in two pulled pork sandwiches. They were amazing, and came with some great chips, and your choice of two sides. Plenty of food. We really wanted to try the brisket, but they only smoke that on certain days, and can run out FYI. After you order you can sit outside in the courtyard of the mall and enjoy the people watching. They will bring your food to you.

Uncle D's started off as a food truck at the Kaua'i Community College Farmer's Market, but recently added this brick and mortar location in Harbor Mall. The food truck is good, but--and I don't know if it's because I'm biased towards brick and mortar--this restaurant is great! On the day I tried it, I just happened to wear a white linen shirt and dared to eat. I had the sliced brisket sandwich. I normally don't like my bread toasted, but it goes well with the sliced brisket and perfect amount of barbecue sauce--my white shirt was spared! This is also the most tender brisket I've ever had, beating out the legendary brisket at the now-defunct Sweet Home Waimanalo in Puhi. I opted for the spicy barbecue sauce, but it didn't have as much heat as I expected (mild and medium are the other options). They have a good selection of sides (coleslaw, macaroni salad, macaroni and cheese, and baked beans. I chose the coleslaw and macaroni salad (yum, chopped onions!) My friend ordered the macaroni and cheese boat with sliced brisket, and it's quite a generous serving of everything. The owner is a hardcore Frisbee golf player, and they sell gear in the restaurant, adding a pretty cool kitschy feel without overdoing it. Call before coming to see what the menu is, as it changes daily.

We found this gem on our last day of vacation. The food here is high quality with generous portions. The pulled pork sandwich was delicious and I will be dreaming of their kale salad. After a week of disappointing food, this place was the perfect ending.

Food was incredible. Was lucky enough to be there Saturday for the Brisket. Very delicious!! Wife got the Philly Cheesesteak which was extremely delicious as well. Great job and the service was perfect. Definitely hitting this place each week.

As soon as we landed, looked for a good local eatery. Uncle D's hit the spot! Got the half pulled pork and half spicy brisket bowl on a bed of Mac 'n cheese. Wife did the mild pulled pork on bed of half Mac 'n cheese and half rice. Just what the island ordered. Aaaah!

THIS is why we can never move to Kauai! What kind of depraved mind chooses to layer wonderfully smoked meats over a CalKing sized bed of macaroni and cheese? Who thinks to themselves 'This island is not beautiful enough on its own, there needs to be one more beautiful thing'? Apparently the same mind understands that not all devotees of the smokey arts are carnivorous. Around this nation thousands (millions?) of couples live under the haze of conflict regarding such matters. The idea of jackfruit as compromise, genius, still evil but genius nonetheless. Were we to choose to reside on this island it would most likely be a year, maybe two, they would find our swollen corpses covered with flies, reeking of sauce and smoke. Want this for dinner? No way! Sunday brunch? Not a chance! Perhaps a ray of sunshine for lunch on a miserable, back to work Monday? Don't even think about it! W, Th, F 10:30-2:30? WTF indeed! Is this a bug? A feature? Many mysteries exist in this vast universe...

We stopped in before heading to do a rum tasting and as soon as you step foot inside, the smell of BBQ was mouth watering. We got a spicy pulled pork sandwich and a brisket Philly cheesesteak and loved every bite. Definitely worth the stop!

The food was amazing, we had the brisket and the pulled pork. The customer service was above and beyond! We will be back!

Low key shop tucked in the back corner of the Harbor Mall. We were looking for a quick bite and came across the BBQ joint. Enough food for two unless you are super hungry. Ordered mild Mac 'n cheese boat with smoked pulled pork - yummy, just enough spice without the burn. Service was prompt on Thursday even with a cruise ship docked in port This place is worth a try if you like BBQ.

This spot is simply delicious. Our first visit we got the pulled pork in both sandwich form and on top of Mac&Cheese. The quality of the meat was top and the sauce was everything you expect from a bbq sauce. It was so good, we came back two days later on Friday to try the brisket. No photo because it was devoured quickly, and oh so wonderful. If that wasn't enough, Uncle D's is a solid hub for craft beer also. Was impressed some of my hometown breweries made it over (Belching Beaver and Modern Times), and delighted to see Some other favorites (North Coast and Boulevard). There's more! The disc golf section was cool to explore, and a sport we are now more eager to try out! We can't wait to come back and visit Uncle D's again!

Food was mouthwatering. The meat (brisket and pulled pork) was packed with flavor. We got it with the medium bbq sauce and it was delicious. Service was excellent and Uncle D himself was very passionate about the food, drinks and disc golf. Very friendly ambiance. We grabbed our food and with a short walk to the beach you get that wonderful ocean view with the waves crashing.

Da sauce. Amazing. Da portions. Hefty. Da craving. All da time. Can't wait to go back and enjoy another serving on the beach nearby.

This place is EPIC!!! Dustin if FYE . The food was amazingly ONOLICIOUS. Very good portion. Tried everything on the menu and it was SPOT ON. Can't believe I ordered extra KALE SALAD coz it was so yummy-liscious. Don't get discouraged with the small store, because there's plenty of table & seats in the plaza court. Glad we tried Dustin's BBQ meal. We would come back here when we visit Kauai again! Mahalo!

A friend and I stopped here for lunch after some cocktails at Dukes. We shared the Mac n Cheese bowl and got it with half Buffalo Chicken and half BBQ pork. This was so tasty. My mouth is watering as I type this. They have a great selection of beer beverages. Had I not already had a few cocktails I would have grabbed a beer. Glad we stopped here and would come back again.

Ah Brudha, I would have taken a photo but ate the sandwich too quickly. Midwest BBQ on the Island!! Solid food, great conversation. Good season and taste. When a BBQ spot grows from making sauce to creating Midwestern dishes, you can not go wrong!! Had the BBQ PHILLY- ON POINT!! Wish had gotten another for my flight back home.

Extremely good. Very nice service. Top quality. The mac and cheese with pulled pork combo worked surprisingly well. Dont have a massive selection of items but the modularity of the choices allows for customization.

The owner is from Kansas, he knows his BBQ. I like the medium spicy brisket with kale salad. Perfect!!