Lihue
~5 min Tip Top Cafe
Lihue institution since 1916 — mac nut pancakes + oxtail soup.
Diner ~5 min Tue-Sun 7am-1:30pm, Closed Mon
Lihue institution since 1916, 4th generation of the founding Ota family. Famous for macadamia nut pancakes, oxtail soup, and loco moco. Where Kauai locals have been eating breakfast for over a century. Packed dining room — every table full by 8am. The Yokozuna Bento is a monster plate. Old-school diner vibes, zero pretense. Closed Mondays.
3173 Akahi St, Lihue, HI 96766