Hamura Saimin is a must stop in Lihue. This is the THE spot on Kauai for the local specialty of Saimin. The small space makes getting a stool at the bar tricky for bigger groups, but it can be done. I recommend the Special Saimin,...over the regular. This is a great stop for lunch.More

First- you're coming to a spot that has been in Kauai for YEARS. You need to expect a family-run noodle house with history. This is not fine dining, it's the local spot. Sometimes the most worn buildings tell you where the best food is. Second-...bring cash Third- this food is delicious, well priced- especially for hand pulled noodles. We went here after our Kalalau trail hike and it was a perfect way to top off the day.More

We were excited due to the hype but found the food to be OK except for the chiffon pie, prices are not cheap and the restaurant building is in poor condition. Most importantly, be careful: To exit, you have to walk down 3 steps and...there was no warning that you could trip and fall all the way down 3 steps due to an elevated door ledge. This can be very dangerous for the older patrons. There is only limited street parking and the wait line is chaotic for first-time customers or tourists because they have no sign to say that you have to tell them you are waiting so that they can seat the correct number of people in a group. We ordered the wonton and Sumo ramen noodles that are comfort food for the locals. The manaupua was good but the fired wontons were tiny and over-priced, and the BBQ beef sticks were very tough. For a CASH ONLY place, the prices were not cheap - $3.00 for a side of onions or an egg or 2 wontons.More

Saimin is a Hawaiian noodle soup dish. A little bit like ramen. This place serves up tasty Saimin for take out and dine in. The popular choices are special saimin (green onions, fish cake, wontons, roasted pork, ham, and egg) and barbecue chicken (served on...kebab sticks). Also known for the lillikoi chiffon pie which is like a passion fruit jello pie. Small diner usually has a line. Communal seating. Cash only. Extra charge for take out.More

If you are looking for a Kauai from the past this is it. The hospitality, menu, and atmosphere are a wonderful contrast to what much of Hawaii has become. Sit down and enjoy the way things used to be. The last time I was here...was 30+ years ago and I felt like a time traveler when I stepped back in. Only reason to come is saimin - if you’re looking for anything else it may not be the place for you.More

This restaurant was recommended by our Gyspy tour guide as a must-do. Siamin is a popular local dish in Hawaii, and I'm glad we tried it. However, I could not give this 5 stars for a couple reasons. The dishes we ordered were supposed to...come with a fish cake, however, neither of them did. There were three ladies working hard in the restaurant, but if you are a germaphobe, this is not the place for you. They work so fast that they don't ever take the time to wash their hands, so they are picking up dirty dishes and trash and then immediately serving you food and drink without sanitizing or washing hands in between. The food itself was tasty and we enjoyed using the condiments to alter the spice level to our liking. They are a cash only restaurant.More

Watered down and flavorless broth, poor value (small portion for the cost), flavorless pork. Poor food quality.