Wrangler's Steakhouse & Saddle Room Bar

Wranglers Steakhouse is a family favorite ours. Usually we stay on the northern end of the island and just stop in on our way back from Waimea Canyon, this time we were just staying down the road. First, make sure you call ahead and make reservations. Many times not needed but especially on weekends can catch them being very busy. Food always solid, I ordered the 10 oz appetizer ny sizzling steak rare, comes out on a super hot platter still cooking. Ended up, spot on medium rare. Had onions and mushrooms on top and was very tasty. My wife had the Wrangler Burger, she ordered it medium rare, came out closer to medium and was a little dry. Now it should be noted that the steaks at the restaurant are sourced from the mainland and the ground beef is from Kauai. This does affect the flavor profile. Local beef has a slightly different flavor which gives it character. Now where this place shines is on atmosphere. There is no other place like it on the island. On weekends they have local artists that are top notch. Last night theme was western/Hawaiian. We had a great time, arrived at 7 pm with a reservation and departed a little after 9. This is not a location overrun with tourists. It a place where locals enjoy a great meal, catch up with family and friends. Which if they did not come with, will run into while there. Tourists are the exception not the rule. It is as far from the north shore scene as you can get, literally and figuratively speaking. Definitely, I would recommend eating here. Enjoy.

This is a wonderful western restaurant in a cool historic building. Local live music on a Tuesday night. Sizzling steak comes with amazing sautéed mushrooms and veggies and the mashed potatoes were great. Definitely will be back. Here is a current menu as well.

After reading mixed reviews I went in thinking good not great. Well dang! It was awesome. We made a reservation on line and arrived early and had no problem being seated. Our server Keenan was awesome along with Pa’ana’akala. They were very attentive. The food was delicious. For starters we got calamari, pistachio crusted salmon salad and mushroom saute. We had a sizzling steak, rib eye and two monchong specials. Wow. Then for dessert the Hawaiian sweet bread pudding.

Service was fantastic! We got the hamburger & chicken sandwich both delicious! Excellent fries! Drinks were yummy and the cheapest alcohol drink prices this week!

This was hands down our best meal and food experience on Kaui. The corn chowder and steak were amazing and the Molten Lava cake satisfied my chocolate craving. We did not have a reservation so we sat in a less than desirable table but our service was great and the food was outstanding. Don’t miss out on dining at the Wrangler when visiting Kaui you won’t be disappointed.

One of the best meals on the island. Wonderful steak and potato dinner with their bread pudding dessert. Everything was delicious and the service was great as well. The corn chowder was so good, we got a cup to go after the meal.

The food here is good but good luck trying to get a taste with the horrible workers they have. They constantly close and stop taking take out orders more than 2 hours before they even close for the night because they’re “too busy”. The hostess that answers the phone for reservations and to go orders are horrible, they have no customer service skills and always seem irritated when customers come. If you’re just in it for the taste then I will say they cook decent food but if you like the whole overall experience this place will let you down big time. I love the restaurant as they’ve been opened forever so its a shame the workers they have are tainting their good name.

Delicious, especially the pork rinds!! Server was very friendly, helpful and kind! Live music was really good as well. We would definitely recommend it and go back again.

This is such a cute restaurant. It's got that western feel vibe. They sell cowboy hats and other various western paraphernalia. We ordered Mai Tai's and Old Fashions. I'll attach a video of the Old Fashion presentation. The drinks were wonderful. We actually ordered another round after dinner so that we could stay and listen to the musician. He was amazing as well. Our party ordered shrimp scampi, steak and shrimp scampi, and the rib eye. All of the plates were wonderful. The meat was juicy and cooked to perfection. The shrimp had an amazing garlic flavor. We did not wait long for our food after ordering. The service was fantastic. Our waitress was on top of our every need. She constantly checked back with us to make sure we were not lacking a thing. This was an absolutely top notch experience. I highly recommend this restaurant to you.

This was a fantastic restaurant we stumbled upon after a visit to Waimea Cyn. Such a cool Wild West appeal at a steakhouse in Kauai! The place was busy and a house full of locals! We were definitely in the right place! We sat at the long picnic table in the bar and had excellent service! The drinks were great and so were our dinners! There were 6 of us and everyone was very happy with their food! My NY steak was a bit tough for such a high end cut of meat but tasted really good! If you're looking for a steakhouse in the Waimea area? Highly recommend coming here!

Omg!!! Best freshest filet ever!! Mai Tai was good too. Seafood tempura was yummy too. Staff friendly and great atmosphere.

Wow !!!! If I could give it more stars I would. First off, I missed my reservation by 45 minutes which was totally my fault, I got the times wrong. The girls were so sweet and it worked out that we ended up eating down by the bar, by the AC and we had the BEST time!!!! The service was superb, they made us feel like ohana. We absolutely LOVED it !!!!!!! Food was amazing, Wranglers is known for their lamb and let me tell you, it did not disappoint. My husband had the Elk and he really liked it. The bread pudding was to die for. We will definitely be back !!!!

This would be my 1st time eating at this establishment.So I was very excited when we were coming here for dinner!.We came on a Sunday so it wasn't that bz.I like the western theme of the place!Very Cool!!.After being seated we ordered our drinks n soon after we ordered appetizers.We got the Parmesan garlic chicken wings and fried Calamari.Both were perfectly cooked.Crunchy and full of flavor.Soon after we all placed our order.So my girlfriend had the 7oz Ribeye sizzling platter with side order of sautéed mushrooms,green beans,carrots and broccoli.My girlfriend's daughter got the 8oz Filet Mignon,She loved it but she couldn't finish n too the rest home.Her Boyfriend had the 14pz prime Rib.He no Problem's.Its his favorite when he comes here.As for myself I had the salmon Caesar salad.So good!!.Next time I'm definitely be ordering their steaks.We enjoyed our selfs and the service was awesome!.So when visiting the town of Waimea come here for good food n friendly staff..

Reservations are a must here as it gets crowded. I love to reserve the back porch as it's outside and covered and they do not have a ton of tables there. The steaks are delicious and definitely the best on Kauai. The mixed vegetables were fresh and properly cooked not mushy and had nice seasoning on it. The portions were good I did not leave hungry. Wines were basic here and the call drinks were good but basic. Prices point was very good for Kauai.

Dinner in Waimea, Kaua'i.... I love coming to this restaurant when visiting the island of Kaua'i. This time, we had 6 of us on our table. Since my sister mentioned they make a fabulous chimoy martini, I needed to give it a try. She was absolutely spot on. I love the li hing mui rim making it sweet and salty. For dinner, I was hungry for a burger, and my niece suggested the Wrangler burger that came with bacon, cheese and mushrooms. For a little $ more, I ordered the garlic fries instead of regular. I did enjoy the burger. Even though the patty tasted like it needed more salt by itself, the other things on the burger balanced it out well. I tried rack of lamb leg from my husband's plate and it was very tender without any gamey taste. Our waitress, Shara, had us in stitches! She was so funny. The rest of the staff were also very friendly. We all left very satisfied with our meal. Definitely will come back here again.

Place is located at the mouth of the canyon. Great after hike location with outdoor seating. Went there in the summer and winter. Summer is a little hot with flies in outdoor.. winter was perfect. They serve local grass fed beef so farm to table as you can get.. steak was awesome.. I left no fat scraps as the total steak was trimmed perfectly before cooking.

The price was more than fair! $14 for a bacon cheeseburger with fries in 2024 is unheard of at a real restaurant. Damn good burger too. Asked for medium rare got a medium rare crispy bacon nice bun not over soggy. A second piece of bacon on there would have been nice, but otherwise otherwise good

Great steakhouse with fun cowboy aesthetic throughout the restaurant. The cocktails are amazing! But the real showstopper is their steaks. We drinks we had the chamoi martini and passionate mai tai. Both were sweet but enjoyed the tropical sweetness. For the appetizer we ordered the ahi sizzle (seared ahi with onion, asparagus, and tomatoes). For my entree, I ordered the pulehu steak, filet mignon with garlic butter sauce. Opted for the garlic mashed potatoes which was the perfect complement to the garlic butter sauce from the steak. Ordered a draft beer to go along with my steak. Highly recommend getting a reservation if you plan to come in the evening as the restaurant fills up fast. Or go early when they first open to avoid the dinner rush. We went after hiking in Waimea canyon.

One of the best food spots in town, check it out! They're only open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Friendly service and a very country western decor.

This was a spur of the moment stop for dinner on our last day driving around. The place itself was pretty cool with a western theme. It was pretty early but the entire bar area was packed so we were lucky enough to have the only booth. I got a ribeye and mashed potatoes. It really hit the spot, so much so that there was Nothing left - absolutely nothing

Best steak we have had on the island so far! The garlic filet and the ribeye were cooked to perfection and great flavor! Mashed potatoes great too and lovely, friendly service. Highly recommend!!

We stopped in on a whim. Lots of good options. Super friendly staff. They've been there for years. The Pupu (starter for you mainlanders) platter with calamari, crab cake and a small NY steak with mushrooms. THE best crabcake we've ever had! Calamari was perfect, tender with a super light coating (panko?) . Hubby had the large NY strip served on a hot platter. For dessert, we tried their bread pudding and OMG again the best I've ever had.

What a wonderful, delightful dinner. We came here for my birthday and had a great time. The food was so delicious and service was attentive, friendly, funny and so caring. They put a candle in our peach cobbler and comped the dessert. Also, we really enjoyed the live music. It was really beautiful. Can't wait to go back.

Awesome service. Friendy waitresses. And the Rack of Lamb...what can I say but Onolicious.

Amazing food and even better service!! I'm in town for a week and stopped by here on my second night only to come back a few days later and plan on going once more before I leave!! Have had the Wrangler burger, Tinono, garlic Parmesan wings, and the mango cobbler (twice) and literally every bite has exceeded expectations! The burger has a smokey taste to it which I wasn't expecting but was pleasantly surprised by! Keenan at the bar let me know that it has been voted best burger in Hawaii before and I can see why! First time having tinono and I'm upset I haven't had it before. A different taste than I'm used to with the garlic and soy sauce but mixed with the tomatoes, onion, and pork belly it has a great balance and flavor profile. I've never had garlic parmesan wings like this before as they were almost smothered in sauce but really worth a try for something flavorful and different! I'm a big fan of wings and these are some of the better ones I've had! And the mango cobbler is literally what brought me back for my second visit!! So simple and so good!! The crust is light and crispy and the mango is perfectly sweet! The ice cream on top brings a change in texture and brings it all together! Seriously a must try!! Had the pleasure of sharing some beers and great conversation with Alicia, Keenan, and Marissa (owner) at the bar and the hospitality was world class!! I would come back for the inviting conversations alone! Great restaurant and bar with even better people!! Do yourself a favor and stop by if you're in Waimea to try food cooked with love and a side of Ohana!!

Service was great. So friendly. Wasn't a fan of how the Buffalo wings were breaded. My medium rare sizzling steak was kind of over cooked and tough. Tasted under seasoned as well. The steak & scampi. The scampi pasta was delicious and that alone was a 5/5. My husband didn't like his wrangler burger because there was way too much char flavor on the patty. The peach cobbler arrived looked more like a peach pie. It was pretty tasty though. Overall 3.5

I want to give it 5 but it doesn't hit like it used to. Shrimp scampi seems to be a hit or miss whenever I order. I feel like the portion sizes got smaller. I stood at the register as 3 waitresses walked right past me and not one greeted me or told me someone will be with me shortly. Idk I feel like the vibes were off and I used to be a regular at one point.

Another Reason Why Our Wranglers Are Great Food Great Service Music Atmosphere Beautiful You can Even Do Your Parties At Wranglers Owner Are Locals Makes You Feel Comfortable

Their food and deserts are very delicious. The servers are friendly and pretty attentive. A downer is their hosts. Hence why my rating is not at a 5 star. I call and leave messages for reservations and they don't call back to confirm a yes or no. When I finally get to talk to someone on the phone to make a reservation the host doesn't sound professional. It was very noisy on their end when I was trying to make a reservation via phone and she kept saying that it's hard to hear me, coming off like it was on my end that the loud noise was coming from. The last time I walked in to the restaurant there were two hosts that just stared even when I have approached the check-in counter. I thought it was very unprofessional that I had to be the one to initiate the greeting first. Hosts need proper training so they can match the quality of service and the quality of food.

Had reservations for 6:30pm and we arrived 1/2hr early, so we hung out till our table was ready even tho had a lot of other tables open, but not sure the system the use for seating people. Drink order was taken had some issues with that but got it figured out! Then our order was taken but waitress seemed flustered and a bit short with us. Understood everyone got things going on we know nothing about. Food was ok. And I guess we all felt let down because we read soooooooooo many great reviews and even or friend that lives on island said she heard good things. But it was a great night wrapping up our trip here! Aloha

While vacationing in beautiful Kaua'i, we stumbled upon this absolute gem after a long day enjoying the beautiful sights of Waimea Canyon. There were 9 of us in total, and the hostess warmly greeted us and then promptly sat us at one of their large tables. Our waiter must have been right on her heels because as soon as she left, he was at our table taking drink orders. Our drinks were to us within minutes and were always promptly filled. They have an excellent selection of entrees to choose from, with something for just about everyone. I chose the fish special, which was a Panko crusted Ono with garlic mashed potatoes and steamed fresh vegetables. Our table also enjoyed the ribs, the pistachio crusted salmon, shrimp scampi, and the wrangler burger. For desert, if you are a fan of bread pudding, this is hands down the best I've ever had! They also had a mango cobbler and peach cobbler, which were both delicious. My daughter had the lava cake, which she enjoyed to the last bite. This restraunt is a must! We didn't get any pictures of it, but in all seriousness, save room for the bread pudding!

If you are a steak person come here immediately ! I was so sad I didn't get to come here more frequently throughout my stay. I had the Pulehu Steak it was cooked to perfection and had so much flavor. I really think this might have been the best steak I've ever had in a restaurant. It was so delicious I savored every bite. Server was very fast and friendly , was able to answer all the questions we had about the menu. The ambience here is cool like an old cowboy saloon. Indoor and outdoor seating. We opted to sit outside as the live band inside made it a little hard to talk over. They also sold some of their farm fresh steaks for you to take home yourself, I wish I had tried that once before returning to the mainland. If I'm on Kauai again I am definitely coming back here. It is an island and a steakhouse so expect it to be pricey but it was so worth it.

We love wranglers and saddle room! Tinono, garlic fries, and burgers are my faves. And I highly suggest their margaritas.

Wife took me for my birthday. I had the ribeye with pepper sauce, she the fish of the day, the Monching. Both were cooked perfectly. As we are both from Kauai we know what to expect with grass fed beef as we have been buying off the hoof for decades. And this was as good as it gets. Beefier, but tender. Properly aged ranch beef. Our waitress and server were fantastic, the Hawaiian music was good as was the Mango Cobbler we shared. BTW, we also asked to share the wedge salad and both plates came out as individual portions, individually dressed. With a smile.

Friendly staff. Cost of food rather pricey for what you get. Very relaxing atmosphere. Love the live music.

Stopped because we saw the storefront which looked like it had class and character, also wanted local beef. Oh the smell of the wood fire! Had the wrangler burger- wow! Smokey flavor hit the spot, bun was delish and I am so satisfied- excellent flavor combos great atmosphere and super friendly staff! Do the canyon loop and end with dinner here!

We went to wranglers to watch a friend who was singing on a Saturday night. We made reservations in advance so we were seated right away. I was blown away by how good the food was! I had the calamari and crab cakes for pupus and they were both delish. I have the crusted Ono for my entree and I loved it. So good!

The food is great. The ambience is a alright as well. It has this modern paniolo vibe with the decor. The main reason for low rating is because of the fact that every time I come to eat here and have made reservations, they don't honor the reservation time. We got seated 15-20 minutes later because they were waiting for a table to pay. Mind you there were 3-4 available tables, which they ended up seating us at. I've tried to make excuses for them being busy, but with how often it happens it doesn't make sense. Just calling to make a reservation is a bit frustrating. Majority of the time they don't answer and when they actually do answer they come off a bit rude. I'm not sure if they need a better system so that reservations go smoother but they need to do something. It saddens me that an establishment that helps bring life to Waimea town is not to the standard that it could be.

Was disappointed that the salad bar went away mainly due to Covid. Keep wishing it will return. On the bright side the quality of the food is still delish if not even better. Was pleasantly surprised that they have "soup of the day" & they had one of my favorites oxtail! The broth was tasty not oily, carrots was cooked perfect & the oxtail fell off the bone (I had the bowl - it was filling & under $15) simple presentation that packed a lot of punch. Sizzling Steak on the appetizer menu was as always even better so juicy & tender. Sashimi fresh and had a good texture. We sat in the bar area "Saddle Room" best cocktails & bartenders around. It's always my place to go when I visit the island. Went on a Friday, live entertainment, place was a mix of locals & tourist. Staff is always smiling & friendly. If you're on the westside of the island it's the place to go to have a great meal!

Bad service, we try to get a seating at six they said they were too busy at six. I got there at 5:30 and at six the place was almost empty, then we waited, more than half an hour for our food, I forgot they forgot our appetizer and decided to serve it after our dinner. add Service rude waiters don't go here.

if you want a delicious steak in a casual atmosphere- this is the place. my wife had the sizzling steak and I had the filet with garlic butter sauce. Both were cooked to perfection. Drinks were excellent as well. Service was very friendly, all locals who were fantastic. Shout out to our waitress Katrina! We come to Kauai every year and this spot is always on our list. We will be back next year!

For years I pass by Wranglers on my way to second ditch but never stopped by to check it out, until now. We heard they started selling sushi so we had to check it out. And OMG! Amazingggg! Every roll on the menu sounded soo bomb, it was hard to choose! The lemon garlic aioli on the spicy crab roll was soo yummy, the chili garlic oil paired so well with the fresh fish on the kanpachi roll, and my favorite the surf and turf roll is so unique and different I loved it and will order it every time I go back. Chef Tanya's craftsmanship with sushi brings Wranglers to a whole new level, thank you for bringing something new and fresh to the west side!

The hubs and I were driving through Waimea when he saw Wrangler's steakhouse. That night it was packed, and he shared that we should eat there during our visit. I brushed away that idea and boy was I wrong not to agree. The next day after having a field day with one of the shelter dogs we were famished. He mentioned Wranglers again, and I gave in. Folks, Never judge a book by its cover. During the day the exterior of the restaurant looked worn and old. There wasn't much diners which was worrisome to me, after all it was 5ish o'clock. We walked up the wooden old steps where the hostess greeted us. She then brought the hubs and I to the the table outside. We could see the cars passing by in the small quaint town. I forgot our waiters name, but he was excellent. He kept our drinks flowing without us asking. I didn't even have much time to glance at the menu as the hubs ordered for us. He said to me "trust me." So I did and My stomach is forever thankful lol. The hubs ordered the pupu platter which came with shrimp cocktail, calamari, crab cake, and a 8oz steak to share. I compromised on having the steak cooked medium, since he doesn't eat medium rare. The hubs also ordered a side of mashed potatoes, and sautéed butter mushrooms. I eagerly waited and when the food came I did a happy food dance lol. The crab cake was thick and full of meat. It was battered and fried perfectly. Ohhhh I could eat pounds of this and make it into a meal with everything. The crab was tender, flaky with a nice crispy exterior. Next was the shrimp which was plump and juicy. The steak was grilled and seasoned to my liking. I would've preferred more rare, but then the hubs wouldn't eat it so medium to well done it is lol the mash and sautéed mushrooms was a great addition to the meal. As for the calamari I ate it all. He wouldn't touch it. He has no thing for fried squid lol more for me!!! Overall experience was great!! Excellent food and service. I wish I had room for dessert, but I was already in a food coma.:)

We absolutely LOVED this place. I think it ended up being our favorite restaurant on the island. We sat in the bar area- adding a pic of the 'bar stools' saddles. So cute. Amazing steak & lobster, super friendly service and go for the homemade cobbler for dessert. It takes 20 minutes but is worth the wait. We can't wait to visit again.

Hands down the best place to eat in Waimea. I have dined here on many occasions as there are not many places to eat in Waimea. Customer service was exceptional with the staff being very friendly and sharing their aloha. You can either dine outside or inside. This is a non air conditioned restaurant. I usually get the peppered or garlic steaks. Their steak are a little above average, not the best that I have tasted, but satisfies my belly. All of the dinner entrees include the salad and soup bar. Wrangler's is a solid choice for a steakhouse in Waimea.

Nicole our server was super helpful, polite and attentive. The quality vs cost here is amazing. I can't wait for the all you can eat salad bar to return. Everyone in this photo Ate Steak and Baked potatoes for $275. Theres 9 of us. I dare you to beat that cost on Kauai.

The food was five stars and the live music. We loved the little shop inside. The thing that literally ruined our experience was the bartender. We were waiting for our table and were told we could grab a drink in the bar while waiting. My husband and I were standing waiting for the bartender to finish with the waitress and he looks over and snaps at us for standing there and tells us we have to sit down and order through a waitress. He spoke to us in such a rude, demeaning manner. This really would have been an overall great experience had this guy not been such a jerk.

food was to DIE for. the steak was so good. the server was friendly but the busser looked like she was just going thru the motions. food is fresh from a farm in the area and you can taste it. PHENOMENAL. love love love love the bread pudding

Awesome Ambiance and Service! We will definitely be back again. 4.25 stars! Entrees New York 3.5stars Rib Eye 3.5 Stars Tempura 4stars Ribs 3.5 Sushi platter 4stars Sides Crab Cakes 5stars Calamari 4stars Locally sourced salads 4stars Service = awesome. Bring the family. There is something for everyone. I'll be back to try the burgers.!!

High quality grass fed local beef cooked over a kiawe grill was just what we were craving after three days of eating only poke! The kiawe smoked flavor on my bacon cheeseburger was amazing. Service was sweet and the Saddle Room is a nice cool atmosphere.

Get the burger, any burger. They look amazing. My friend ordered one of the burgers. The beed is also Ranchers reserve, Kauai's best local beef. I had the sizzling steak, which gets oohs and aahs as it is brought to the table. It was nicely grilled with good crunchy char marks. The side salad was not your boring side salad. It had a variety of veggies and topped with micro greens. The bread pudding is a must. Made with Hawaiian sweet bread and different from your standard sweet bread. And don't forget the cocktails.

Well worth the 35 minutes drive from Koloa /Poipu neighborhood. Prices are normal and our food was excellent. My wife had a filet mignon and I tried a bite and it was wonderfully tender and flavorful. I had the classic burger and yum yum it was just right. I finished off my meal with their peach cobbler. They told me it would take about 20 minutes but it was totally worth the wait. They delivered what I would call a peach pot pie fresh out of the oven with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. We also enjoyed a beautiful Kauai sunset dining on the porch. I highly recommend it.

My niece and I were starving from possessed pace up the Awaawapi'ai trail. We were driving back to Kapaa in mad state of hunger and craving meat. Then we saw the steakhouse, passed it, turned into the next street, came around and parked in the back. It looks like an established "locals" spot. The place looked empty. It was 4:37 pm. The hostess greeted us and advised they were not open until 5:00 pm. Sensing that we were going to leave and find another place, she smartly asked for a name to reserve a table for us upon opening time. Smart lady! We killed time by walking down the street to the red dirt shirt store and purchased some cool stuff from the really nice guy at the counter. Anyhoo! We returned and were greeted by another hostess with a warm "aloha." We were whisked off to our table, drink orders taken, brought, specials offered, orders taken and 15 minutes later, Voilà!!! Grass fed sizzling steak cooked medium, covered with mushrooms and onions, swimming in buttery goodness. Wrangler burger pink in the middle, melted cheese draping with a crispy bacon topping it off. No need for the mustard or mayo. The garlic fries capped it off with crispy, garlicky goodness. I didn't plan on devouring all my fries, but as it turned out, I left nothing on the plate. The waiter checked on us a few times, the bus boy never let our water or ice tea go below half and cleared the empty plates quickly. They were on point! There was also a singer performing and playing the guitar. Smooth performance. This place is underrated! It's a GEM. Great food, staff, atmosphere and the price is more than reasonable.

It was very yummy , quick friendly service, but it was actually the space attached called the saddle room, same food.

Just a wonderful food experience. Great food and super-friendly service. As eclectic as the island itself, the drink menu and wonderful local takes on dishes makes it a must try on the west side of the island. Make sure Jason gives you an extra large pour on their passionate mai tai.

Enjoyed everything about Wranglers . Food, service was great! Can't wait till next time there.

My favorite Waimea restaurant and Kauai go to for ono food, service, and if I'm lucky, music by Nick Castillo. Tonight's delicious dishes were sashimi pupu, passion fruit mai tai, stir fry special and the amazing lamb chops for HB. Mud pie and a glass of Pinot noir to enjoy while Nick finished his set. Absolutely love the experience here!