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Kalaheo Coffee Co. & Cafe

Item: Kalaheo Coffee Co. & Cafe
Author: Jade Eckardt

Cuisine: American, Coffee Shop

Price: $$

10Best Says

Down in southern Kauai, this wonderful cafe makes for a terrific respite any time of day. Coffee options are legion and feature blends from South and Central America, Africa, Indonesia, and the islands of Hawaii themselves. Hot or chilled, undiluted or laced with cream and sugar, the java is fantastic. To accompany it, go for a muffin or fresh pastry, or indulge in a slice of cake, pie, or cheesecake. Creative breakfast and lunch fare consists of burritos, omelets, sandwiches, burgers, and salads � perfect sustenance when hunger pangs strike. They offer free wireless internet so diners can use their laptops at the table.

Address:

2-2436 Kaumualii Hwy
Kalaheo, HI 96741
808-332-5858

Hours:

Mon-Tue: 6:30am-2:30pm
Wed-Sat: 6:30am-2:30pm,; 5:30pm-9pm
Sun: 6:30am-2pm

Website:

kalaheo.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Jade Eckardt
Kauai Local Expert

Best Restaurants, Dessert: "They don't advertise it, but you can find free wifi here."
Best Value: "Breakfast is affordable and well portioned."
Vegetarian: "Breakfasts here may be more well known, but they do dinner to, and it's darn good."
Breakfast: "Worth a drive if you're staying on the east, south, or west side of Kaua`i."

Recommended as Best Restaurants, Best Value, Dessert, Vegetarian, Breakfast Because: Kalaheo Coffe Co. is Kauai's quintessential breakfast cafe, offering simple yet delicious meals and local coffee.

Dinner Menu
- Soup And Salads
  
  House Made Soup Of The Day
  
  served with rustic french bread. ($4.95)
  
  Island Tossed Field Greens
  
  kalaheo greens, tomato, mushrooms, sprouts and toasted sunflower seeds. ($4.95)
  
  Romaine Wedge, Apple Smoked Bacon And Gorganzola
  
  crisp romaine lettuce topped with our gorganzola dresing, bacon and gorganzola. ($4.95)
  
  Bulgar, Beets And Fresh Veggie Salad
  
  a bed of our kalaheo greens topped with seasoned bulgar, fresh veggies, beets, tomatoes, cucumber and feta cheese. choice of dressing. ($4.95)
  
  Spinach And Kalaheo Greens With Grilled Fontina Focaccia
  
  fresh grown kalani farm greens with crisp spinach, strawberries and candied pecans. balsamic vinaigrette. served with a grilled focaccia with melted fontina cheese. ($4.95)
  
  Coconut Shrimp With Kalaheo Grown Greens
  
  crisp veggies and seasoned won-ton strips with our oriental dressing and chipotle aioli. ($4.95)
- Hot Off The Grill
  
  Grilled Fresh Fish Melt
  
  island fresh catch grilled with pepper jack cheese with a touch of chipotle chili mayo on our labacia bun. ($12.95)
  
  Freshly Made Turkey Burger
  
  topped with grilled onions & mushrooms on our labacia bun. ($12.95)
  
  Grilled Garden Burger
  
  topped with grilled onions & mushrooms on our labacia bun. ($12.95)
  
  Medeiros Farms Kalaheo Beef Burger
  
  fried onions and melted provolone on our labacia bun. ($12.95)
  
  Grilled Country Style Rueben
  
  our thin sliced pastrami topped with onions, sauerkraut, melted swiss cheese and our own thousand isle dressing. lettuce, tomato and sprouts. french, wheat or rye. ($12.95)
  
  Grilled Pesto Chicken
  
  boneless & skinless chicken breast in a pesto marinade. served with grilled mushrooms, pesto mayo, melted provolone cheese and balsamic drizzle on our french, wheat or rye ($12.95)
  
  Grilled Top Sirloin Steak On French Bread
  
  thin sliced and lightly herb marinated quick grilled. served with our guava-b.b.q sauce, grilled peppers and onions and melted monterey jack. ($12.95)
  
  1/2 Lb. Wagyu Burger
  
  crisp apple bacon, gorgonzola and a side of house b.b.q. sauce on our labacia bun. ($12.95)
- Entrees
  
  Miso Glazed Island Catch
  
  tempura asparagus and sake sauteed greens, choice of riced. ($16.95)
  
  Baked House Made Turkey Meat Loaf
  
  grilled fresh mushrooms and onions and finished with a merlot demiglace and grilled potato cake. ($16.95)
  
  Grilled Chicken Breast Over Israeli Couscous Risotto
  
  asparagus and mushrooms with chardonnay wine, lemon juice, garlic and parmesan cheese. ($16.95)
  
  Barbeque Pork Ribs With Our House Guava B.b.q. Sauce
  
  a half slab of our tasty ribs glazed and served with a choice of garlic cilantro fries, onion rings or rice and asian slaw ($16.95)
  
  Cabernet Braised Boneless Short Rib With Brie Ribbon
  
  mashed yukon potato and cabernet pan gravy. ($16.95)
  
  Slowly Herb Roasted Prime Rib Of Beef
  
  smashed potato and vegetable of the day. au jus and reamed horseradish. ($16.95)
- Lighter Fare
  
  Fresh Island Catch Tacos
  
  corn tortilla, pico de gallo, marinated cabbage, seasoned sour cream and avocado. served with asian slaw and garlic cilantro fries, onion rings or rice. ($12.95)
  
  Greek Style Garden Fresh Pasta Primavera
  
  fresh sauteed vegetables, mushrooms, sun dried tomato, kalamata olives, diced tomato, zucchini and fresh herbs with olive oil, lemon and feta cheese over penne pasta with warm flat bread. add fresh catch or a grilled chicken breast. ($12.95)
  
  Quinoa And Spring Veggie Bowl
  
  fresh grilled vegetables, tofu and red quinoa with a balsamic vinaigrette. with warm flat bread. add fresh catch or a grilled chicken breast. ($12.95)
  
  Thai Style Veggie Curry
  
  fresh apple, red potato, carrot and bell pepper with a red curry coconut broth. add grilled chicken breast, fresh catch or grilled shrimp. ($12.95)
- Keiki Menu
  
  Grilled Chicken Breast
  
  served with white or brown rice and grilled vegetables. ($5.95)
  
  Plain Ole Burger
  
  served just as it is with fries. ($5.95)
  
  Grilled Cheddar And Tomato Sandwich
  
  french or wheat. ($5.95)
  
  Turkey Quesadilla
  
  jack and cheddar cheese and roasted smoked turkey with salsa. ($5.95)
  
  Creamy Mac And Cheese
  
  cream, parmesan and a touch of garlic. ($5.95)
- Dinner Specials
  
  Today’s Grilled Fresh Island Catch
  
  basil pesto couscous, asparagus, red pepper and warm flat bread. ($27.95)
  
  Thinly Sliced Prime Rib French Dip
  
  served on a rustic roll with melted provolone, horseradish cream and a rosemary au jus. choice of side. ($16.95)
  
  Fresh Fish Sandwich
  
  today’s fresh catch served with a mango-cherry tomato salsa, avocado crema on flat bread. choice of side. ($16.95)

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