Post #4814 by Tiki-bot on Wed, Jul 31, 2002 3:58 PM

Yes, Tangaroa, that's the place. Very dive-y and cafeteria-like inside. I've been craving their noodles ever since I was there last fall.

As a general rule, please don't EVER eat fast food on the islands. It's just offensive, like eating fast food in New Orleans.

It was really sad to see the growth of fast-food chains all around the island over the last 10 years. The only thing we can do is not patronize them, so please don't. If there's one thing Hawaiians know is food, so go to the local places. Kauai has a few inexpensive hidden treasures in this area. There's the hidden fish market in Hanalei, the GREAT little cafe in Kapa'a (name includes something about mermaids - can't remember), even Tom-Kats in Koloa. Or just ask any local where you can get a plate-lunch nearby - they'll know what you mean. They may not always be cheaper than fast food, but they are infinitely better tasting and the profits stay on the islands and not Taco Bell's headquarters on the mainland.

The Coco Palms looks amazing. I look forward to it's re-opening. Some think that Poipu area is too touristy, but it's downright rustic compared to the cookie-cutter condos and gaudy resorts in Princeville. They are to be avoided. Anti-tiki, if there is such a thing.

Tiki-bot

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[ Edited by: Tiki-bot on 2002-07-31 16:00 ]