We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox. Mac: Safari.
All 22 Poipu Restaurants »

Tidepools

1571 Poipu Road, Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa, Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756
808 240 6456
Ranked #2 of 22 restaurants in Poipu
4.0 of 5 stars 288 Reviews
Price range: INR1,393 - INR5,573
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Update restaurant details
Write a Review

288 reviews from our community

77% Recommend
    152
    71
    41
    20
    4
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Spring, Texas
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Tthe food here is above avg. Crab cakes to start were awesome. I was expecting more from the server. Rarely checked on us, didn't ask if we would like another drink. We pretty much had to wave him over if we needed something. We sat next to a table of 12 that got louder as their drinks got lower. When... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Mark M for Poipu
Tampa, Florida
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

We ate at Tidepools during our honeymoon. The food was so good, but there was so much! I couldn't eat it all. By the time dessert came I was stuffed. I would definitely recommend you try this restaurant. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by Unger2012 for Poipu
Ontario, Canada
Top Contributor
74 reviews 74 reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
81 helpful votes 81 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

We came here for our 35th anniversary and the restaurant did not disappoint. From the appetizers to the main meal was very good. Cooked perfectly. Our waiter was attentive but not overly stuffy. Since it was our 35th, dessert and coffee was on the house, nice touch. I certainly would recommend this restaurant. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Seattle, Washington
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We went to the Tidepools to celebrate Mothers day and the food did not disappoint. The restaurant is surrounded by fish filled ponds and vegetation and is very pleasant. There were three of us and we had a pre-dinner cocktail, a bottle of wine and an entrée and everyone was please with their dinner choices. After tip and tax it... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by travelbug98177_1 for Poipu
LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Just okay... the fish was good but not worth the price. It seems like the more you pay for food in Kauai the worse it is and the less you pay the food is awesome. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 7 more reviews by JERSEYBOYZ for Poipu
Denver
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Food and service were perfect. Fresh fish and prime rib are excellent. Dreamy setting with tiki torches ....seemed to be floating on an island. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by kristainco for Poipu
New York City, New York
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We ate here two nights and loved it. Food was great and service was even better. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Lisa C for Poipu
London
Contributor
12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Amazing Food, excellent attentive waiters. The waiters gave us a free dessert just because they felt like it. Would go again. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by 7kj for Poipu
Boca Raton, Florida
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Ambiance was amazing. Food was top quality. Service was exellent as well. Not much more needs to be said. More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by ucfsteven for Poipu
Columbia SC
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Great crabcakes. Wait staff was very friendly and helpful. They were honest in recommendations. The venue was great More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 5 more reviews by JFJ6057 for Poipu

Travellers who viewed Tidepools also viewed

Red Salt
4.5 of 5 stars 237 Reviews
Poipu, Kauai
Beach House Restaurant
4 of 5 stars 869 Reviews
Poipu, Kauai
 
Josselin\
4.5 of 5 stars 268 Reviews
Poipu, Kauai
Roy\
4 of 5 stars 409 Reviews
Poipu, Kauai
 

Been to Tidepools? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Tidepools, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Get the #1 travel app FREE>>
Take TripAdvisor with you

Find 50 million reviews & opinions of hotels, things to do, restaurants and more

GET IT
Named "#1 Travel App" by Frommer's