Shrimp Station
9652 Kaumualii Hwy, waimea, HI, 96796
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Address :
9652 Kaumualii Hwy
waimea, HI, 96796 - Phone (808) 338-1242
- Website https://www.theshrimpstation.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 5:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
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Cathy H.
Amazing...I would eat this every single day if I could!
(5)Phil K.
I'm always a bit cautious about roadside food stands, but seeing how the stand always has customers (I'm frequently in Waimea), we tried it. I ordered the beer-battered shrimp and in two return visits haven't been able to get past that wonderful dish. It's so good I haven't been able to force myself to try anything else. Friends and family are also devotees of this restaurant. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Seating consists of outdoor picnic tables under shade roofs with open sides. Very casual and a faucet on the side of the building to wash your hands when done. I'm sure they have a restroom, but I haven't needed it. employees were nice and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time.
(4)Bri C.
Mehhh I wasn't impressed. Tried the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice and the beer battered shrimp with fries. The sweet chili shrimp wasn't flavorful enough for my taste but the rice was pretty good. Also, the beer battered shrimp didn't taste like anything but the ginger tartar sauce that comes on the side was its saving grace. The fries weren't good at all. Blah. The portion sizes were good. We shared 2 dishes between 4 people.
(2)Drew T.
The coconut shrimp was really yummy with amazing papaya ginger tarter sauce. Their fries were great. Don't get the shrimp tacos though. Warning: the shrimp is ground for the tacos. And they are a complete mess.
(4)Ying L.
We stopped here for lunch around 1pm today. We ordered the garlic shrimps and the coconut shrimps. It took about 10 mins to get our food. Both items were pretty good. The garlic shrimps plate was flavorful and juicy. It came with a side of rice and potato. The coconut shrimps plate had too much coconut on the dough and not as good as the garlic shrimps. The patio has a few tables and chairs to sit. I had to take off 2 stars for the bathroom! It was super super super dirty and old. I don't understand why they cannot spend some money to improve it.
(3)Laurie C.
Had lunch at the Shrimp Station today as it is a must visit for my Stepdad when in Kauai. We tried the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice (it does need to be peeled) the sauce has a lot of butter flavoring. I enjoyed it and I'm not usually a fan of shrimp. I would have liked it a little more spicy even better. We also had Beer battered shrimp which came with fries. It was okay, the fries were a little undercooked. The portions are pretty good. 2 orders served 4 people. Pretty much every entree is $12. Enjoy
(3)Amanda M.
Amazing food in Kauai! I tried all the different shrimps. My favorite was the garlic! Go here, you won't be disappointed!!
(5)Katya R.
We tried both taco place across street and here. Both very good, here my fav was garlic shrimp with boiled potatoes. Really really good sauce. Across street taco w mahi mahi was also very good. Shrimp taco was ok
(5)Carolyn P.
Coming from New England I'm accustomed to great seafood. After reading all the reviews I was excited to try the shrimp station. I'm not a fan. My shrimp tacos look & tasted like mush. I was expecting succulent bites of shrimp. Instead I had baby food size pieces. My husband got the coconut shrimp. The serving size was generous but the shrimp were beyond overdone. We also got the Thai sweet chili & garlic shrimp. These were the best but again not worthy of another trip back for them. All in all disappointing.
(2)Yvonne C.
Solid 3.5 Recommended in The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook guidebook (which itself I'd highly recommend for self-guided tourists), yet I still wasn't sure how high to set my expectations. The SWEET CHILI GARLIC SHRIMP came with two large mounds of rice, and a thick sauce not terribly spicy, but heavily garlicky. Yum! Unlike the greasy offerings at say, red lobster, the COCONUT SHRIMP here is crunchy yet the flavor is still quite distinctive and you get the end chewiness of dried coconut. Not mind-blowing amazing but shrimp are massive in both, very well priced for the portions. Location is particularly key, right at the base of Waimea Canyon Drive and Kaumuali -makes for a solid meal after a day of Waimea adventures
(3)Sarah C.
On the way up to or back down from Waimea Canyon, stop by here for a shrimp meal. We ordered the shrimp burger & the first thing our cashier said was, "very good!" She was right. I think what really makes it extra tasty is their papaya ginger tartar sauce. I could probably eat that sauce with everything. The shrimp burger was excellent from first bite to last & the large portion of french fries were decent but mostly wasted. It seems restaurants either serve not enough chips or not enough salsa when it comes to chips & salsa. The mango salsa, at least that's what we think it was, was good but we ran out of it before the chips. The chips were a bit salty & cut in different sizes. There's shrimp plates, shrimp tacos, Ono burger, fish & chips, & a handful of side items to order here. They have covered seating & service is quick. We may be back if we go to Waimea Canyon on a better day & if we do, we'll both order the shrimp burger again. Don't hesitate. Try this place now.
(4)Ann C.
Oh my gosh.... This place was so good! We only stopped by once but I wish we made another stop here before we left the island. A little pricey if you ask me but it was fresh so maybe that's why. The shrimp I got was kind of small but it was tasty. I also ordered the Thai tea.... Thai tea was some of the best I've ever had! I ordered the coconut shrimp. We drove by another shrimp station later on but there was no Thai tea stand next door. Not sure when I will make it back to the island but if I do, Shrimp Station will be in the plans!
(5)Martin F.
After tossing the burger from across the road, came here for the fish sandwich with fries. Should have started here.
(4)Amanda H.
Cajun Shrimp!!!! You must try and have to eat. Our table tried the Cajun Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp,Garlic Shrimp, Thai Shrimp, and Sweet Chili Shrimp - all were fabulous. My ultimate favorite was the Cajun Shrimp. The staff was great and the service was super fast. I love this place...
(5)G P.
Shrimp was pretty tasty . I don't like that you have to self peel but oh well. I wanted to try the garlic one , which is what I ordered, but they messed up my order and gave me the white sauce one instead. Didn't want to wait in the long line again so I just ate it. there's a stand next door with young coconuts that are really tasty...go get one of those to go with the shrimp!
(4)Cassandra E.
I like my shrimp jumbo, I like to see them on the plate so I can savor each big bite I take while feeling it go in my mouth. I like to see it, taste it and feel that crunchy texture. I am a new shellfish eater as of last April, I found out Lobster is the only thing that will kill me, so the Shrimp Station was definitely in the cards. I ordered the Shrimp Taco plate, as did my friend. I had a lustful image in my head of what I was going to be chowing down on after our long hike and what came out looked nothing like it. Two huge flour tortilla tacos that covered two thirds of the big paper plate with what looked like sloppy joe except made with shrimp inside each tortilla. The rest of the plate covered with corn chips and a mild salsa that tasted like picante (aka I was not a fan, it was neither spicy, nor fresh tasting). I couldn't see any shrimp. Did they grind them up in a blender? The mixture inside the tortilla tasted okay. There was some fresh lettuce atop their blended shrimp and hot sauce concoction so I convinced myself it would be okay. We already waited to what felt like 15 mins for our food and I was getting hangry-- especially after a 5 1/2 mile intense hike and it getting to be so late in the day. Why the three stars instead of one or two? Well...I saw big, beautiful fresh looking shrimp on other people's plates, just not ours. I think we ordered the wrong dish. The other one I saw before I ordered looked like it was drowning in butter. No thanks! So-- it is possible, we just happened to order the worst dish on the menu. The staff was sweet, the location was just fine... And there was plenty of seating. This is a casual place, with patio furniture and outdoor benches. You order and pay up at their screen covered kitchen which reminds me of something you would see at a baseball game.. And then they call your name when your orders up. Would I go again? Maybe... But definitely not for their "shrimp tacos"! Enjoy! PS- The shrimp are farm raised! :-/
(3)Manuel C.
Stop here if you are emaciated or you never had great shrimp or prawns! This place should be renamed Frozen Shrimp Terminal. I recommend any great Poke place on the island.
(1)Ashley W.
The garlic shrimp was pretty damn tasty but this place is overpriced. They weren't the friendliest either. Beware you must work for your shrimp too they aren't peeled so wait for your plate to cool off before you dig in.
(3)Lisa I.
I'll be honest, I was really wanting to love this place. It's been a least a few years since I had last been here, and while I didn't remember what I had then, I recall having somewhat fond memories of my food. I had the shrimp tacos, and while they were very generous in their shrimp "mixture" that showed up in the tacos, the whole thing was kind of a big mess. Spoonfuls of this mixture (which seemed to be chopped up shrimp in some bottled salsa) was put into two store-bought flour tortillas and accompanied with a generous amount of chips and salsa (maybe the same that the shrimp mixture is in?). My sister had their garlic shrimp and seemed to enjoy it a lot more than I enjoyed mine, but the sauce her shrimp came in literally drowned the rice that came on the plate. For some, this might be appealing, but for me, I would fit it overwhelming. While Island Taco tends to take forever to get your order, I would side with eating there before coming back. Sigh. I tried. Maybe their spot in Kapa'a is better?
(3)Christine B.
Coconut shrimp were uber coconutty and served with a side of fries. Shrimp tacos were shrimpy (that's a good thing, BTW), filling and could be shared by two people and comes with a side of chips and salsa. Friendly service. A bit more than your average shrimp truck (think shrimp shack with outdoor patio furniture nearby for your dining comfort). After a long morning of intensive hiking in Waimea Canyon, the food hit the spot.
(4)Catherine S.
Coconut shrimp here can not be beat! The papaya tartar sauce is something I will be craving for months to come. Easy snacking / dining on the side of the road - simple and straightforward. I had this treat twice while on a one week visit to Kauai I loved it so much! After a day of hiking in Waimea this is the perfect snack for the way home. Go!
(4)El L.
We stopped by at 7:50 pm, starving. Ordered garlic shrimp and rice and were told they were out of rice, but could offer potatoes. Potatoes with shrimp? How lame. It takes 5 minutes to make white rice! I wish I could rate their food but we walked out. The place seem dirty inside.. and the workers seemed like they didn't care..
(1)Lauren H.
Shrimp Station is a must stop attraction to or from polihale park. Plates are $13 and well proportioned. The coconut shrimp served over fries had the perfect amount of sweetness and crunch. I picked the bits of coconut from the plate because I wasn't ready to be done with it. The spicy Thai peel and eat were satisfying. Spicy food lovers will say they want more great while noon spicy food eaters will say they're fiery. The flavors were sweet and savory and the rice was a nice side dish to help sop up the sauce.
(5)Christina B.
Ordered the got garlic. 13 bucks for about 12 pieces of shrimp and two small balls of rice. The shrimp isnt deshelled all the way which is fine. But the taste was off for my stomache to handle. The garlic sauce was too sweet for me to go well with the shrimp. The employees were relatively prompt.
(3)Caroline R.
Delicious! We stopped by on our way back from waimea canyon and shared3 different dishes - Thai shrimp, Cajun shrimp, and coconut shrimp. All 3 were delicious. The Thai and cajun were a tie for us - we couldn't decide which was our fav!
(5)B S.
Great shrimp flavors and fixings. Nice portions. Tasty sauces and fixings.
(5)Teresa M.
My family stopped after a day at the beach and the coconut shrimp and beer battered shrimp were great. We made sure to make another stop before going back to California.
(4)kristine k.
Coconut shrimp was the bomb! A dozen shirmp and fries, friendly service, received meal quickly and plenty of seating.
(5)Judith D.
I would really like the recipe for the tarter sauce that came with the Ono platter. Does any one out there know the recipe? Thanks
(5)Lori W.
The shrimp tacos is truly fabulous. We ate at both the Waimea and Kapaa restaurant. We also had the beer batter (I liked) and coconut shrimp (hubby liked). The only thing that I did not like, was the attitude of the young man at the window. And he served us at both places. I'm sure dealing with tourists is hard, and mainlanders are not so well liked, so I give him the benefit of the doubt. But that would not stop mefrom returning on another visit. Great food! Do not pass this one by!
(4)James L.
Order: Shrimp Burger, fries, Coconut water next door. The burger was well executed with tarter sauce. The burger was awesome! Fries where simple and good. Go next door for the fresh coconut water!!!! I wish I lived here, because I would be back!
(5)An N.
This stand was next to the fresh coconut spot and since we were hungry we had lunch. You can see them breaded the shrimp right in front of you so you know it is freshly made to order. I had the fish 'n chips, which was so fresh that the fish and batter was just so good. the fries were almost shoe string like and it was nicely salted. It seems like everything on Kauai is a moms 'n pop shop. My family liked it here and my sister in law loved the coconut shrimp. You can see that the batter was real coconut and when she took a bite you can hear the crunch and she said it tasted freshly made, which it was.
(4)Jennilee W.
For cheap eats, this is the best place to go. Everything here is delish! It's about $13.00 a plate. You get a ton of huge shrimps and either fries or rice with your order. The coconut shrimp is the best coconut shrimp I have ever had. The dipping sauce it comes with is awesome. The cajun shrimp is my favorite. Not spicy and the shrimps are covered in a creamy sauce. Oh it is finger licking good. The sweet chili garlic shrimp is good too. If I ever come back to Kauai, I will definitely come back to this place to try the other flavors. Mmmm my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Shrimp Station - definitely worth visiting in Kauai. Trust me! The only person who would not like this place is if they don't eat seafood.
(4)Aimee E.
I got the thai shrimp and my husband got the cajun shrimp and my brothers got the coconut shrimp. Hands down the cajun shrimp won. Don't even try the other two.
(4)Kari S.
Great chips and actual salsa (not the tomato paste that is common). Cheap prices for the island and a good amount of food. We stop whenever we are on this side of the island. The garlic shrimp is good and be prepared to get messy.
(4)Roxanne R.
WHY OH WHY didn't I get a cajun shrimp plate all to myself? Stupid splitskis. Yes it's pricey for shrimp but what isn't pricey in Hawaii? If you've decided to hike around Waimea Canyon this is a great place to stop to get some good eats. The cajun shrimp was really creamy but not overwhelming. The shrimp was flavorful and a good size. One of the better lunch meals I had on the island.
(5)Chirag K.
Again the hole in the wall place steals the game...what a place to have fresh and juicy shrimps..Cajun shrimps are the best and Thai or garlic are good too..right across from island taco
(5)Jon Z.
Had the garlic shrimp, it was good but you can tell it was from frozen shrimp and the saucy was way too buttery and not even garlic. Can't compare to the original Kuhuku shrimp trucks in Oahu and is still not as good as Savage Shrimp in Koloa. Also, the rice was served completely plain without any seasoning or sauce ontop of it. The other shrimp trucks will lay some of the garlic sauce from the shrimp on top of the rice but this truck serves boring plain rice, no extras or toppings. Decent shrimp but I can make better at home and definitely not nearly as good as Giovani's or even Savage Shrimp
(2)DK H.
I can't believe this place has negative reviews! It's a road side shrimp stand with inexpensive delicious shrimp. For $10, tons I yummy fresh shrimp. Friend had coconut; I had Thai. So good! Yes, it's messy, but again roadside stand with picnic tables. We were referred by another friend and we are glad we went. If you are lookin for classy, this sure isn't it. If you are looking for excellent shrimp on paper plates on your way to Waimea Canyon, this is a must! So yummy.
(4)Stephanie Y.
Not as good as I expected. Although my family seemed to love it (my sister even wanted more), I personally did not find the oily, fried shrimps to be appetizing. As okay as the shrimp was, I felt as if the price was a huge rip-off. $12 for a small amount of shrimp? To add to that, the shrimp wasn't even that fresh. The service was somewhat slow, but that's just Kauai for you. (You know, slow service and 5pm closing times haha) We ordered the coconut shrimp, a crispy order of toasted-coconut-battered shrimp. Despite the coconut's sweetness that did compliment the shrimp's umami flavor, I just couldn't shake off the feeling of the oil that was dripping from shrimp. In addition to the coconut shrimp, we also ordered the sauteed chili garlic shrimp which I liked much more than the coconut shrimp. It was tangy and spicy, a small redeeming quality for Shrimp Station. Overall, I would visit Shrimp Station if I had no where else to eat at.
(3)Wendy T.
The spicy Thai garlic was great! Beware, when you mean spicy, it will be spicy! The coconut shrimp was not too coconut sih so we like it. Also try the pineapple milk shake next door, yum! Would love to try their garlic shrimp next time.
(4)Vanessa Miracle B.
You wouldn't expect this place to be so good because the outside is a littled rugged, but GO HERE! SOOO GOOD. Hit the spot perfectly! Got to try a few different things since I came w a party of 6 & everything was delicious.
(5)Brian B.
Great little place, if you are looking for great fried shrimp for a reasonable price at a cool little road side spot with no frills, this place is for you. The location in Kapaa is a little nicer than the one in Waimea, Check it out!
(4)LuLu M.
Really wanted to like this place - but the cashier was rude and the coconut shrimp was nothing special. Had a WAY way way better experience at Savage Shrimp in Koloa.
(1)Lauren V.
Great roadside food stand. Cajun shrimp were delicious. Coconut shrimp were chewy and maybe the coconut was stale. Fries were standard. I would go back for more Cajun shrimp and to try some other flavors
(4)Carina R.
On our vacation to Kauai, we looked up places that we felt we needed to eat at. Shrimp Station was one of them. We weren't disappointed. It was fairly good. I ordered the sweet chili garlic shrimp with red potatoes. My husband ordered the Thai chili shrimp with white rice. The shrimp's are really big and everything was tasty. The potatoes could have used some more seasoning, but they were ok. I also would have liked the option to have different sides other than potatoes or white rice, but I guess you can't have it all. The place itself looks a little rundown, but you get over it once you start eating. Overall a good experience, but it could have been better.
(3)Maxine M.
Imagine two Mission brand tortillas filled with overcooked bay shrimp with no depth of seasoning except a notable spicy sensation and crunchy iceberg lettuce shreds and you have a $12 shrimp taco plate from the Shrimp Station. The best thing about this taco is the shredded lettuce. Order the garlic shrimp and you might receive a boiled red potato that has a gaping black pit in it that managed to pass QC. The plate comes with approximately 10 size 16/20 e-z peel shrimp coated in sauce that taste fine. The cashier seemed nice enough. As for the cook - you should do her a favor and not eat here so she has an opportunity to eat her lunch in peace. Maybe then she will have time to wash her hands after she is done eating/touching her mouth before she starts making her customer's food.
(2)Sam N.
i got the cajun shrimp platter and it was awesome. I enjoyed every bite. i had to give it 4 stars because my wife thought it was a little dirty and opted for fruit from next door. I am a bit more adventurous and loved it. i would definitely go back.
(4)Becky R.
I got the spicy garlic shrimp. It was ok. Doesn't compare to the shrimp trucks I'm used to on Oahu. Without having visited those I guess I would be happier but it just seems ok in comparison.
(3)rhonda b.
The shrimp burger was GREAT! The shrimp was in a patty - as I expected - and was fresh and wonderful! The burger came with all of the fixins and made the shrimp burger absolutely delicious! We had fries, and they were crisp and tasty - I asked for no salt and they don't salt them anyway! I noticed HI is better at seasonings and lets you put your own salt on! :) Our other order was fish and chips - they were large pieces of white fish and they were fresh and delicious! The tartar sauce was really good - a bit different while adding a nice change of flavors. The service was quick, the food was good, and we would go back!
(5)Tiffany V.
Delicious sweet garlic chile shrimp. 10 shrimps for 12 bucks. Definately hit up this place if you are in Waimea! Don't bother going across the street to that other sub place though. Just get several of these plates and you are good. You eat outside on patio seats next to strangers but it's alllright..cause the shrimp is worth it. Oh yeah you are eating on paper plates too.
(4)Paul K.
I'm much more frugal with my stars, especially with restaurants. But when I drive 20 miles out of my way to share a single dish I've had for decades, it's a five star restaurant! These shrimp can't be compared to any I've had anywhere else in my life. You can literally just pinch the tails and they just drop on your plate! The garlic sweet chili preparation is transcendent. And if you show your Hawaii ID you get a free can of pepsi or diet pepsi!!! After you read this, and eat there, you'll be thanking me! Live Aloha, Paul = Your Brother from another Mother!
(5)Tyler W.
We stopped here after the canyon on the advice of a guide book. I ordered the shrimp tacos and my wife ordered the garlic shrimp. The portions are large, as is the price. The garlic sauce was very salty and bad. We weren't able to finish it between us. There were two tacos with mine which I thought were fine. They had a hint of spice. She didn't care for it though. The patio area is quite run down. Old plastic furniture. I might have given more stars but their rating should not be 4/5 as it is upon writing this. A short drive can bring you to much better food options.
(1)Kurt C.
After driving by this place every other day for 3 months, I had to finally stop in for lunch. Having a dollar off coupon from one of the yellow books didn't hurt either.... This is a local stand, nothing fancy, but they are good at what they do. There are about 7 different kinds of shrimp plates ($12), a couple of burger options ($8), and shrimp tacos ($12). Shrimp plates come with rice or potatoes, burgers come with fries, and tacos come with chips and salsa. They also have ice cream and a few other extras. Soda bottles are $2. These were the best shrimp tacos I have had in a while. They are a bit spicy, so heads up if you're not into that. The chips and salsa were pretty good as well. Two tacos more than fill up the plate, so come hungry! They do accept credit cards with a minimum purchase of $10, but that's easy since most plates are $12 anyway, and there are coupons sometimes available in the yellow coupon books scattered about the island.
(4)Charlie W.
This is a nice little shrimp stand near Waimea. My wife had the coconut shrimp and I had the Thai shrimp. The coconut shrimp were good- but not great. My Thai shrimp were average and very spicy. Also- mine were unpeeled which I didn't like. Once you remove the peel- your fingers are messy and you've removed all the sauce from the shrimp.
(2)Elisa H.
First off, this is expensive food eaten in a fast food atmosphere. Shrimp tasted frozen, covered in a gooey, pasty sauce. White rice was sticky and bland. We ordered a side of red potatoes which were tasteless. The Ono sandwich was fried, served on a boring, white hamburger bun. They don't provide glasses of water, either. Not my cup of tea and certainly not worth the calories when other creative choices are nearby.
(2)Nina H.
Hoh... this place was small kine disappointing... I was so excited to eat more shrimp after experiencing the wonderfulness that is Macky's at North Shore in Oahu but this shrimp station did not satisfy. It's also pretty touristy which makes sense because it's on the way to Waimea Canyon, but it almost loses its authentic flavor because of it. I ordered the garlic shrimp and it was so-so. The bf ordered the shrimp burger and I actually liked that a lot better!!!
(3)Shauna S.
Let me start with my BF who normally dislikes tartar sauce and coconut shreds. So naturally we read that this place has the best coconut shrimp so that's what he goes for. I tasted it, but then I love coconut shrimp and I thought it was delicious. He tasted it and in his words (well, kind of) it was the greatest thing ever. If you aren't a fan of coconut shreds, give it a try -- the coconut is so well deep fried that you don't get much of the texture yet you get all of the flavour. Oh and the papaya ginger tartar sauce is amazing -- whether it's with the shrimp or the fries. I had the shrimp burger which was amazing. AMAZING. It is so good. So well put together and when you add that papaya ginger tartar sauce, it is just delicious. There were nice chunks of shrimp in the patty but not too big either. Deep fried delicious shrimp in a patty. Yum!
(5)Erin G.
Stopped at Shrimp Station after visiting the Waimea Canyon and so happy we did. BEST coconut shrimp! I had the delicious coconut shrimp (large portion and included fries) and my husband enjoyed the shrimp tacos. He really enjoyed his dish as well (again a generous portion). Later in the week we really wanted to go back and got the chance before our trip was over. We went to the Shrimp Station in Kappa'a the second time. This time we shared coconut shrimp and beer battered shrimp. Both great, but the coconut shrimp was both our favorites!
(5)Sue T.
Stopped here on the way to Waimea Canyon Lookout. Decided to try a shrimp taco as opposed to a traditional fish taco I had earlier in the week at Al Pastor's Fish Taco Truck. We avoided the fried shrimp options and got the grilled shrimp taco. Messy, but really good! About $10. Worth the stop!
(4)Lianna S.
In search of a great local lunch stop on our drive along the coast, we came upon this and island taco across the street thanks to yelp. Unable to choose between the two, I ate here and the boyfriend settled on island taco. Both were so freaking delicious but I am glad I ate here after tasting his slightly greasy ahi tacos. I got the cajun peel and eat shrimp with rice. The sauce was flavorful and very garlicy (be warned) and the meal was small but it was what I was in the mood for. The table next to me got a little bit of everything and I gotta say that the coconut shrimp looked amazing. Get that if you don't have to squeeze into a fitted dress the next day like me!
(4)Cyndi L.
I made 3 visits in a 9 day period!! Need I say more. :) I tried both the coconut shrimp as well as the beer battered. Both are soo good! You get a lot for the price- 10 shrimp and basket of fries for $12, look for coupon! I only wish you could order just the shrimp, I'm not much of a fry person so the shrimp is enough for me.
(5)Issy G.
We stopped by on our way back from Polihale State Park. We loved the garlic chili shrimp! Wish we could have some right now!
(4)Allison B.
Ate at the Waimea location. The parking lot isn't huge, so if you go in during lunch hour, you may have some trouble finding a parking space. The food was okay - maybe it was because we were building up so much hype, driving around the island solely to find Shrimp Station's location (every brochure we saw said that Shrimp Station was a MUST). Most of the plates are around $12 (July 2012). The coconut shrimp plate that they're "known for" was also okay. It wasn't bad, but it isn't something that I miss or crave. Perhaps we weren't that hungry. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who's visiting Kauai for the first time. After that, you can decide whether it's worth visiting there again.
(4)Jeanne C.
This Shrimp Station is so much more homier than the Burger King looking one on the other side of the island. The shrimp tacos were so spicy and so good!! So glad we stopped by on the way to grab a snack. If it were closer to our hotel, we would have come here every day I'm sure. It was nice being able to eat it outside on the benches and people watch / car watch on the main road. There's lots of street parking outside and a bathroom in the back. Cash only!
(5)Kristin W.
Kind of a touristy spot, but wanted to try it anyway. I guess I'm a tourist since I grew up here and moved away :*( Anywho, the garlic shrimp was yummmmy. Comes with rice (or potatoes, but who eats shrimp and potatoes, ew). Husband got the shrimp burger. It was good. I loved mine more tho. Prices were kinda high given the touristy stop status. But Good amount of food. I'd come again if I were in the area craving shrimp.
(4)Michael H.
Despite good reviews we had read, this was just ok. Waimea isn't a bastion of great restaurants. Picnic tables, washtubs to clean your stickey hands, so - so shrimp that were likely frozen add up to a mediocre experience. Decent compared to the alternatives is the best I can say.
(2)Cici T.
On our way to Waimea Canyon we all did a double take at the little stand on the side of the road. "Shrimp station..??" In unison we all shouted "U-turn!!" This lime green shack serves sauteed shrimp in garlic, cajun, thai, or sweet chile garlic sauce. With papaya ginger dipping sauce and french fries you can get their fried shrimp and chips, either beer battered or breaded with coconut flakes. Or how about shrimp tacos with fresh salsa and chips? They even have a shrimp burger! Real generous portions are served, so get ready to get your fill of shrimp!
(4)Mircea F.
Best coconut shrimp we've had on the island! Fast, fresh and super yummy. What more can you ask for?
(5)Willy W.
Stopped by after touring around Waimea Canyon - it's on the way back to Poipu. Armed with a coupon, we thought it'd be a good alternative to eating at the McD down the street. And it was... although a little more than I had anticipated, the food was good. There's a decent amount of street parking alongside the Shrimp Station and lots of foot traffic even during off-peak hours. We ordered the coconut shrimp and shrimp taco.
(3)Keira M.
I want to give Shrimp Station four stars but I just can't quite do it. Let me preface this review by saying that I am a self-proclaimed coconut shrimp connoisseur so I was drawn to Shrimp Station when I saw that their ads boasted that it offered "the best coconut shrimp on the planet". That's a pretty lofty claim and I can't say it lived up to its slogan. It was *really good* coconut shrimp but it definitely wasn't the best I've ever had. It was a little on the greasy side. My fiance ordered a shrimp burger which he really enjoyed and said he would definitely go for it again. Shrimp Station itself is a pretty relaxed spot with outdoor seating and no frills service. There are two spots on Kauai - one in Waimea and one in Kapaa. We visited the Waimea shop. If I find myself back in Kauai, I'd definitely visit Shrimp Station again in a heartbeat and you should too. Just don't expect it to be "the best coconut shrimp on the planet".
(3)Leslie C.
We ate here for on our way to Waimea Canyon. We were just looking for a snack/light lunch so we shared the coconut shrimp. Good value for the price and the shrimp were yummy. Tasty breading. The fries tasted a bit shrimpy- I think because they fry in the same oil as the shrimp. The offer a free can of soda for Kama'aina, so just ask if you are. Seating is picnic tables outside, but the restroom was clean.
(3)Katie R.
we went to the shrimp station in Kapaa, but went past this location as well. i assume the food is (hopefully) the same. very relaxed location for lunch with outdoor seating (both locations). unpretentious and focused on, guess what, the shrimp! we had the thai shrimp which just had an absolutely amazing flavor with big heapings of white rice. the sauce was very mildly spicy. they weren't shelled though so it got pretty messy. the beer battered shrimp were freaking amazing - PERFECTLY cooked with a nice thick, not undercooked or overcooked, layer of breading.. yummmmm..
(5)Linda M.
I love the shrimp station coconut prawns are a must have you can have white rice French fries or my favorite baby red potatoes . Cajun prawns are salty to me but the plain boil are so sweet by themselves. Usually a line but the line moves fast lots of parking , patio in the shade to eat . I eat here everytime I'm on the island .
(4)Chick L.
I went there a couple of times on my most recent trip to Kauai and had the shrimp tacos. They were spicy, but not overly spicy. They had a bit of a kick to them. My friends love the garlic shrimp. I will be going back there the next time I'm in Kauai.
(4)Elizabeth M.
The food was alright. My husband and I came here for lunch one day and I was sick that night. I kept burping up the taste of the shrimp (we had the sweet chili flavor). My husband loved it but I wouldn't recommend.
(3)T C.
Big shrimp, fair quantity, tastes a-ok. The mild cajun shrimp had a kick; the thai curry shrimp didn't have authentic thai flavor, but was recognizable. Each dish was $9. The downside of this place is that the shrimp aren't shelled for you, flies and chickens are everywhere, and there is painfully limited seating. Affordable, good eats. I'd totally come back. Other important info: located on SW side of island, one bathroom, limited seating, outdoors, flies and chickens everywhere, fair portions, fair quality and quantity, quick service.
(3)Alyssa E.
I wasn't expecting too much - it was a small place with concrete floors and plastic chairs, but I really enjoyed the shrimp. Most all the shrimp dishes are $12.50, which is in line with the other places we went to in Hawaii. I got the coconut shrimp and my husband got the Cajun shrimp. Mine was great, but I actually liked his better. The sauce was very nice with the rice. The coconut shrimp came with fries, but it was a little too much fried goodness for me so my husband finished them off. Would definitely go back and try the beer battered and garlic shrimp.
(4)Ruby H.
Had the famous coconut shrimp here. Tasted delicious, and it was definitely the best thing on the menu. There is a little outhouse around the corner, which you will probably need after eating this fried goodness. Found this place on Yelp, and it was a good find.
(4)Donna K.
Yum! Simple and straightforward - definitely no glitz or glamour here. But you're in Hawaii so that's enough glitz and glamour for me. Stopped here after visiting the Napali Coast and it takes a solid 15 minutes to decide which of the delicious shrimp concoctions is worth the try. I went for the sweet chilly shrimp peel and the hubs (yes you guessed it, we honeymooned here!) went for the cajun shrimp peel...we were both pleased and stuffed! I'm sure the fried options were delicious and more saucier but we're not fans of overload flavors. Cute little hand-washing station and next door is the perfect dessert place - shaved ice in a fresh coconut or pineapple cup!
(4)Emm C.
Not filling and once you've had Giovanni's nothing compares :(. The rice was lukewarm. I got there when it opened so I think it was leftovers and not well-heated. Pretty expensive for shrimp. My hubs liked his shrimp taco tho!
(2)Subrosa I.
We were neither impressed nor disappointed by the dishes that we tried here. The coconut shrimp was a tad over cooked but otherwise tasty. And the shrimp taco was somewhat appetizing but nothing to write home about. The price was not outrageous. Our bill averaged out to around $14 per person.
(3)AL K.
$12 for a plate of shrimps with rice or potatoes. Wasn't quite what I expected it to be unlike the ones I had before in a shrimp truck at Oahu. The shrimps were swimming in creamy garlicy sauce the taste was ok nothing to die for.
(3)Sammy L.
Came here after we had a big plate of the noodle place thats next door, but still enjoyed it! We ordered just the garlic shrimp with no starches as we were too full, it came with probably about 12 shrimps. The sauce is good, buttery and super garlic-ed out--the shrimp was fresh and plump. They butterfly the shrimp and the peel comes off easily, I used two forks to just tear off the skin and it came right off. I don't like using my hands especially if I don't have some industrial soap around, because having shrimpy stinky hands all day SUCKS! But don't let that stop you as I was the only one doing that while others just got in there with both hands, no utensils most of them and was devouring everything! :) Since we didn't get the starches it was about a dollar or two off the original price. Great customer service, the girls in there were super nice!
(4)Sonserae L.
First of all, I read the reviews on Yelp and couldn't decide if this place was worth trying out or not. Some gave it one star and some gave it 5 stars. We were starving and my husband and I decided to go a few days ago. He ordered the Salmon burger and I ordered the Fish and Chips. The place is a pit. Dirty lawn chairs that looks like they are set up in someone's front yard. I wouldn't mind that if the food was good. When we got our order, I asked for malt vinegar. Nope. They gave us plastic forks. The fish was so tough, I couldn't cut it with my fork and they didn't have knives available. It was too hot to pick up with my fingers so I sat there trying to cut a tough piece of leather with a flimsy utensil. When I finally tasted it, it was fishy tasting and didn't taste fresh at all. The tarter sauce was this bizarre stuff that tasted horrible. When I tried the fries, they even tasted stale and hard. A chicken almost choked on a fry that I dropped. He must have been hacking away at that thing for 5 minutes before he finally was able to swallow it. The bill is what really made us lose our lunch. $29.00 to eat bad food in broken, dirty, plastic lawn furniture. Save your money and go to Roy's in Poipu.
(1)Jean W.
The Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp here is made of awesome. I am physically compelled to eat it at least 3x whenever I'm on Kauai. It's completely addicting, and although I can and often do make it at home, it's just not the same as Shrimp Station. Even their rice on the side is really tasty! One of the last times I was there, they were out of rice, and I had the pleasure of trying the potatoes. I must say, they're my new favorite side! I only eat the SCGS here, because...well, see above. But hubby and friends have tried most of the rest of the menu, and have done nothing but wildly rave about the Thai shrimp, the beer battered shrimp, the shrimp tacos, and the coconut shrimp. I can only imagine that this is what food tastes like in heaven. Thank you, Shrimp Station thank you. You're a frequent star in my food porn fantasies...
(5)Julia B.
Good shrimp. I liked the coconut shrimp but Thai was also good.
(4)Alie Z.
The best meal I've had in Kauai so far. If you are heading to the canyon make a point to stop here on your way. I had the Cajun shrimp and it was out of this world delicious. The rice, sauce and shrimp all combined for the best lunch. My boyfriend had the coconut shrimp plate which was good but nearly as juicy as the Cajun shrimp. We will definitely be back before we leave to have some more Cajun shrimp and try the Thai shrimp. It's a little messy to eat but that's part of the fun and they have a hand washing station for you to clean up after!
(5)Viet N.
The service was quick, and reasonably priced. There are a lot of options, so there should be something to please everyone. Spicy Thai Shrimp- Not too spicy. Not too messy either. Coconut Shrimp- I thought this was really good. I love shrimp, and I would get this again. The dipping sauces were tasty too. The fries were pretty standard making a nice side.
(3)Katie B.
Tasty shrimp. I had the beer battered shrimp, and the batter was nice and light. The ginger papaya tartar sauce was pretty good. Portion sizes were big- 10 shrimp and a pile of fries, and prices were high- $12 a plate. My husband enjoyed his shrimp burger. Overall, it's worth a stop if you're in Waimea.
(4)Alison C.
Coconut shrimp was good... Similar to mackeys on north shore in Honolulu but the added bonus was the tartar sauce it had mango or papaya(?)
(4)Liz S.
I will be craving their cajun style shrimp until the next time we are on the island. It was amazing. Definately a 'Must-Have' when heading up to Waimea Canyon. We tried the shrimp trucks in Oahu a few days after dining here, and this was way better.
(5)Sid B.
coconut shrimp; garlic shrimp; shrimp burger ; shrimp tacos and a fried mahi mahi sandwich. all enjoyed GREAT location right after waimea canyon drive reasonable priced; large portions; tasty and quick service (but outdoors patio) 3 1/2
(4)Susanna W.
2.5 stars. J and I shared a plate of coconut fried shrimp. Super hot and fresh... definitely a plus, but it totally lacked coconut flavor (even though I could see the shredded coconut in the batter). At $12 for 10 shrimps (medium size) and fries, I felt like it was pricey, but not exorbitant. I wouldn't recommend it to friends.
(3)Wyatt H.
Coconut shrimp all the way! They are really good. Deep fried with coconut flakes and it comes with a great dip too. French fries are french fries. Hawaii might be better if everything didn't come with fries. The Cajun Shrimp Peel was good but not as good. The shrimp had the shell on them (hence the peel) and were covered with a really good Cajun sauce, but you peel the shell off and then the sauce is off as well. The solution is to dip the shrimp into the cajun sauce on the plate, but it would just be better to skip the peeling process. Outdoor picnic seating only. Bottled drinks and no fountain drinks. *tip* go next door for a mango smoothy or cold coconut drink or shaved ice, as a dessert finish.
(5)Brandy B.
We were next door having shave ice, and the smells from Shrimp Station were so wonderful, we went and checked them out. Everyone at the tables said it was fantastic...they were so right. We had the Garlic Shrimp, peel & eat, with rice side. It is one of the best shrimp items I have ever had. I lived in Key West, FL for a time, so ate shrimp a LOT. THis place is worth a visit. I think we will go again Sunday with another person in our group when we do some hiking in Waimea Canyon. It is well worth it. PS: dont miss the new t-shirt shop across the street. Opened a month, and fantastic designs and best prices on the south side, for well made shirts.
(4)AhLeah T.
Very disappointed with this place. When on different islands, we hunt down shrimp trucks bc we adore them. The shrimp tasted funny, and instead of using diced garlic and butter, they used this nasty sauce and just dumped it on top of the shrimp. Disgusting.
(1)Christina W.
This place is SO yummy. My advice? Skip the coconut shrimp and go straight to the Sweet Garlic shrimp! Yeah, you'll have to peel the shrimp as you eat, but it's so worth it. The shrimp are tender, and the sauce is unbelievable.
(5)Letie W.
I ordered the sweet chili garlic shrimp. The shrimp was small, but the sauce was very tasty. I'm not sure I would go back again. I guess if the shrimp were bigger it would be more worth it. Also, another side would be great than just rice and shrimp. Other places offer cole slaw or mac salad, which I think is a plus! Check out my pics. what2eatz.blogspot.com/2…
(3)James H.
This is the best shrimp place on Kauai period. There's another location near Kapaa, but the food is not as good. The best combination to try is the Spicy Thai (Spicy/Salty) along with the Coconut Shrimp (Sweet/Crunchy). It's like Chicken and Waffles, a marriage made in heaven. In my opinion, the quality is still much better than Savage Shrimp so that's pretty high.
(5)jenn w.
We got the sweet chili shrimp and it was absolutely delicious. The shrimp were fresh and plump, while the sauce had tons of flavor. I liked this location a lot more than the Kapaa one.
(5)Miss H.
I don't like fried foods...but I couldn't get enough of their coconut shrimp. We had the thai basil and some other white wine one, they were good too, but man that coconut shrimp is so tasty being crispy, light, airy and slightly sweet with that coconut inter dispersed in the batter. Great VALUE and great shrimp. TIP: Shrimp dishes can be ordered as half-orders with the exception of the coconut shrimp which allows for a shrimp tasting bonanza!
(5)Katie A.
Half Cajun Half Garlic all the way my ultimate favorite! I love this place! The best shrimp around! Seems expensive but it's well worth your money plate comes with 12 pieces of shrimp with either rice or potatoes! It's so good, just writing this review makes me want one! Definetly a place to try!
(5)Sandra O.
The garlic shrimp was AMAZING! It's all in the sauce. The shrimp tacos and coconut shrimp were both very good.the one in Kapaa didn't seem as good. Definitely worth going too.
(4)S. E.
I agre with some of the other posters in that there is a big hype about it and it's really not that great. It's a really small, order at the counter restaurant. We ordered coconut shrimp, beer battered shrimp and the shrimp burger. I would say the coconut shrimp was the best - not great, but compared to everything else. The shrimp burger was a deep fried patty of some sort - didn't look appetizing at all. I wouldn't go back, but it was fine for the quick meal we needed after the long day.
(3)Tracy R.
cute little place, but the shrimp just so so. They weren't fully cleaned, and the coconut shrimp was not crispy.The Thai chili shrimp were just ok too.
(2)G Ride Z.
Simple little restaurant right off the main highway in Kauai. Excelent place to eat right after a hike up in Waimea Canyon. Ordered the Coconut Shrimp with French fries (or Chips for those in Europe). Not a big coconut fan, but it was still good. Definitely a must go for those who love large fresh shrimp and coconuts! The lady taking the order also recommended the hot and spicy shrimp as well. Never had a chance to taste.
(4)Sutanuka L.
Omg .... A shack with the best varieties of shrimp preparation !!!!
(5)Sau y.
It may have been because we were hungry, but man I REALLY liked the Shrimp Station! If this were in CA, I'd give it 3- 4 stars, but in Kauai, it was a freaking GODSEND!! The Good: Shrimp sandwich (although breaded & fried, it was actually quite tasty)... The Coconut Shrimp (they claim it's the best in the world), but it's really not. It's just solid. The french fries were good too... :) The garlic shrimp over rice (creamy white wine sauce)-- pretty good! The Thai shrimp over rice-- doesn't really taste Thai, but pretty good too. It's good for those who are tired of breaded & fried and creamy/ heavy sauce. I wanted to come back (rare thing for Kauai) to this place again. If I ever had to come back to Kauai, I'd go to Hukilau Lanai & Fish Express.. and here. I thought it was better than Savage Shrimp... just in case it's a contest? lol.
(5)Gamebebe C.
The shrimp taco is great. We also have island tacos just across the street, but I like this place better. Moreover, the soda is less expensive. Island taco charge double for soda, so don't buy soda from island taco.
(4)Paul W.
The sweet chili garlic shrimp was super tasty. Tangy and full of flavor. Only complaint is that I stupidly ordered fries instead of rice with my shrimp. I was hungry, the grease sounded good, and I am a sucker for ketchup, but the white rice would have soaked up ALL that tasty sweet chili garlic sauce. Don't make my mistake, get the rice with this dish at least!!! Service was friendly. Darned hospitable really. Order at the front, sit at a picnic table, peel your shrimp, dip it in that tasty sauce, and grub! Disclaimer, not sure about anything else on their menu. I have heard their coconut shrimp is great (and Sarah's review would seem to confirm that). So I would refer there without hesitation for those two things at least. When you finish your meal, go around the corner to the ORIGINAL Jo Jo's Avenue Shave Ice. Don't go to the crappy tourist attraction on the main highway.
(5)Van D.
Solid value for Hawaii. The peel and eat shrimp are much better than the fried stuff. Definitely would return
(4)A. L.
AMAZING!!!!! We had the sweet chili shrimp with rice and the coconut shrimp with French Fries!!! We just got back from the island and we still think about the sweet chili shrimp.....................
(5)Jaymee C.
Friendly service.Coconut Shrimp is the bomb. Their Garlic Shrimp not too much. If you want good Garlic Shrimp go towards the old town Hanapepe and look for Mele's Kusina...it's a shrimp truck! Cheaper too.
(3)Lisa Ann P.
This is not a fancy eating place by no stretch of the imagination, but what they may lack in pristine fancy dining restaurant they make up for in their menu of delightful delectable scrumptious shrimp choices! Oh my what a treat for the taste buds! Let me just say the garlic shrimp hmm hmm i dare say no one does it better! It is a quick stop of outdoor dining on the route to the canyon or coming back so either direction it is a must for someone craving what this little place does best! If you love shrimp then this one is a must if ever in Waimea!
(5)Emily Y.
It's ok. Nothing fancy. A bit pricey for what you get.
(3)Lola Z.
We had the sweet chili shrimp w/2 scoops rice. Sauce was just like the name of the dish - sweet, mildly spicey and of course a good dose of garlic. Solid. But my gold standard is Giovanni's on the North shore in Oahu, so only 3 stars here, but I would definitely not refuse another meal. Would love to try the shrimp tacos next trip.
(3)Anulak S.
If they had a shrimp station in San Diego, i would go fairly often.... i liked it a lot... i had the shrimp burger!!!! very scrumptious!!!
(4)s b.
I have never tried shrimp station before. Even though i have lived here all my life. I wasn't able able to get to the one in waimea, but my husband and i just tried the new one in kapa'a town. It was awesome! This new shrimp station is located right across of the chevron in kapa'a. The parking area is not as spacious but there is another parking lot off to the side of the building with ample parking spaces. The decor was lovely! (my favorite color is green). The tables were up to date, as well as the fans, light fixtures, chairs, etc. The color of the room felt warm and inviting and there is a cool breeze. Now.. about the food. As my husband tried the shrimp cocktail, i tried the coconut shrimp. My meal was decent. Just about the right amount of shrimp for the cost. It also came with a papaya ginger dipping sauce. It was good with my coconut shrimp. My husband loves the shrimp cocktail. He says the cocktail sauce was one of the best that he's tasted. In conclusion, i highly recommend the shrimp station. It's a fun, happy, and family place. Enjoy! =)
(5)Megan M.
Loved it! Went there twice for lunch. Kind of pricey for lunch ($12) but so delicious. I tried the sweet chili garlic dish and the coconut shrimp. Both were very tasty. I'd totally go back!
(5)erika e.
Came here last week for lunch. I went across the street to get a plate from Taco Island, and my companion got lunch here at Shrimp Station and we shared the plates. I give a 3 star but he would give 4. Here we got the shrimp tacos. Nice and tasty shrimp meat inside. I was not a big fan of the shell though - it seemed packaged. And the taco was a little watery. I don't like when my taco drips. I think if I came back I would just order one of the shrimp baskets instead of the tacos. That is what a lot of people comment on here. A nice to know is that there drinks are only one dollar if you need some water for the ride. A plus for the benches and an outside sink to clean up afterwards. Definitly a tourist place though.
(3)C.D W.
Shrimp Tacos were AWESOME! Super spicy! We went there 4 times during our 12 day honeymoon on Poipu!
(5)Jaime C.
We headed to this place for lunch twice. It was perfect for an island lunch. I had the shrimp tacos both times and thought they were delicious. It is small, it is quick and worth a stop!
(4)Michael L.
The coconut shrimp was very good. Tasted great with the tartar sauce. Their fries are pretty good as well. The Got Garlic shrimp was okay. I just ate the skin because I was too lazy to peel them. The shrimp tacos were very good and spicy. The fish burger was okay but kind of plain. If I had to recommend something it would be the coconut shrimp and the shrimp tacos.
(4)dannebrog ..
Oh man, so good so good. At first I was all "$12 for shrimp tacos?!?" But then saw you get two HUGE tacos that are insanely good and filling, along with chips and very good salsa. Next time we went we shared a plate of tacos and also got coconut shrimp. Also insanely good. Perfect meal after a hike in Koke'e or a ride along the Na Pali coast.
(5)Norm P.
A great place to have a quick bite to eat before or after driving through Waimea. This cute little shack, came highly recommended by our guidebook. My family and I ordered the shrimp tacos, beer battered shrimp and coconut shrimp. All were delicious. The prices were about average and the portions generous. Others may feel they're getting robbed, but people forget that they're on an island where everything costs a little bit higher mainly from importing and high taxes. Seating is outdoors on benches or tables in the nearby patio.
(5)Emily R.
The coconut shrimp was superb! They include a delicious ginger-guava tartar sauce (which sounds absurd, but was great!). The meal itself was very reasonably priced, especially considering the general cost of food (and more specifically, seafood) on the island. Just be prepared to sit outside!
(5)Andrew S.
Sweet chile garlic shrimp was fantastic! Really great flavor in the sauce and not a bad deal for just over 10 bucks. Rice was tasty too!
(5)Dell C.
The first and only memorable meal I had while we were on vaca on the beautiful Island of Kauai. Of course, this would be because we cooked mostly at our timeshare due to some very picky eaters in our company that have control issues, but this is a whole different story. (When you travel with inlaws, you learn to go with the flow.) We made a stop here after a very long and windy trip up to Waimea Canyon ( apparently breath taking views can make one ravenous for some good shrimp) and I was pleasantly surprised by this road side eatery. I had the sweet garlic shrimp with rice which was very tasty and fresh with a hint of spice and sauce was scrumptious with the rice. My hubby had the shrimp tacos and they were huge and also very delicious. As for the rest of our party, my sister-in-law had the coconut shrimp and I would have to disagree with a previous yelper and say that the breading was very little and the shrimp was so good, I really wanted to come back and have the coconut shrimp next time. (don't you just hate it when someone else picks the dish that tastes the best?!) Anyway, if my sis-in-law loved it, (she is one of the said-picky eaters) then you know its good. As for the decor, its definitely casual but what can you expect when your eating outside next the road? Do you really care if you are getting shrimp this good and this fresh? I certainly wished that I had time for one more order. And for all our dishes being under $12 each for whole mess of shrimp, I would say this place is more than reasonable.
(5)Rachel M.
This was by far the best meal we had on our trip to Kauai. We drove all the way up to Waimea Canyon only to see the clouds rolling in and it started raining. So, we decided to head back down and find some lunch. We lucked out and found this casual and yummy place! Our toddler fell asleep so I got our food to go and we ate in the car. My husband had the spicy thai shrimp plate and I had the coconut shrimp. Both were outstanding and well worth the $12. This turned out to make the one rainy day of our trip not so bad after all, and we returned to Waimea Canyon a few days later to much better weather. I wish they had one in San Diego. I'd stop in at least a few times a month.
(4)m m.
Best Coconut Shrimp I have ever had! Came here for lunch. My husband and I ordered "Coconut Shrimp", "Thai Shrimp" and "Shrimp Taco". Coconut Shrimp was definitely the best - it is basically shrimped friled with coconut batter-- it was soooo delicious and it's the best Coconut Shrimp I have ever had. I looked at the customers who ordered beer-batter shrimp and wanted to go tap them on their shoulders to tell them that it's not too late to change your order to Coconut Shrimp. Coconut Shrimp came with Papaya sauce but it tasted so much better with Sweet Chili Sauce. Shrimp Taco was also good but it was not as good as Coconut Shrimp. Thai Shrimp was ok - it didn't even taste Thai. Basically the Thai Shrimp sauce is made from salsa - so how can it be Thai? Coconut Shrimp was so good -- we had to come back at 4:30pm to hit it one more time before they close at 5pm -- yummy!!
(5)Ken S.
I thought that the fried shrimp was good, but really greasy (which I guess you might expect ordering anything "fried"). Another person in our group ordered the coconut fried shrimp & loved it. Busy place, don't go there for the atmosphere (very casual, picnic tables, etc.), you would think they could spruce it up a little considering how much business they appear to do.
(3)allison m.
Quick and easy lunch stop off the the main road. Nothing fancy, but I thought pretty darn good shrimp. I had the Thai and Lemongrass, which was great if you're into spicy things. I definitely walked away with a bigger stomach than I would've thought....watch out for the potato and rice sides, they're fillers. I didn't know of much else in the area so I'm inclined to say give it a whirl - good food, moderately - cheap priced.
(4)Nate M.
Everyone raved about this place, including the concierge, so the gf and i had to try it. I'm not a big shrimp person (until visiting the North Shore) but the gf is so we stopped by after visiting Waimea Canyon. Like the other posts mentioned, it's a stand off the highway with a patio. The gf ordered coconut shrimp and I ordered the beer battered shrimp. The gf devoured her meal in minutes, including a portion of mine. I ate about a couple and gave up eating the overcooked shrimp. With me the shrimp have got to be cooked perfectly otherwise it feels like biting into a pencil eraser. They were not, but I could tell by the way the batter was done that there is obviously a mastermind cook behind the recipes. It gets a three because it was just okay for me and that's probably how many minutes it took the gf in scarf them down.
(3)Eli R.
Cajun shrimp is amazing! Coconut fried is pretty good too.
(5)Sasha R.
gah. we stopped here on the way to waimea canyon for take out lunch -- 'eat in' being sitting at a table literally next to the highway. wait was intolerable. prices high. and to top it all off, we ended up with someone else's order of coconut shrimp, instead of the shell on shrimp we had been drooling over (sadly did not realize this until we were 20 miles up the road). oh well. once the shrimp were stripped naked of their gummy, overly sweet, coconut breading, the shrimp themselves were plump and fresh.
(2)Hobby-less R.
Yum! We discovered this place by chance as we drove by on our way to the canyon. We had shrimp tacos and coconut shrimps. Loved them!
(5)Ross M.
Tasty and pretty quick.
(4)Addy L.
No frills outdoor picnic table dining for all things shrimp. We had the fried coconut shrimp plate and the shrimp tacos. I thought the coconut shrimp was better, but my hubby loved the tacos and claimed it his favorite place to eat.
(4)Gabriel D.
Awesome shrimp tacos here. Nice seasoning, and one is big enough for a meal. Only problem is the price: would Carl's Jr make fun of you for ordering a $6 taco?
(4)Ken K.
Ate lunch there two weeks ago (~1/20/11.) I got the Thai Chili Shrimp and my wife the coconut (fried) shrimp. Both were excellent. Unbelievably fresh. Actually her coconut shrimp in my sauce was an unbelievably good combination! Set your expectations though -- this is an outdoor shrimp stand on the main drag in rustic Waimea -- think of it as a food truck that does not move -- and you will be delighted.
(4)Carlynne M.
Came here after hiking Waimea Canyon - the shrimp with sweet chili unbelievable - like they were caught 5 minutes before cooked and you are eating them! I love shrimp and these were great!
(5)Cindi N.
an OMG experience!!!!! SUPER YUMMEEEE!!!! as they say, home of THE BEST, coconut shrimp on the planet!!! IT IS THE BEST COCONUT SHRIMP I'VE EVER HAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU HAVE TO go to waimea for this!!!!!!!!!!!! giant prawns dipped in a light "secret" batter & coconut flakes, then fried to crispy perfection. perfectly balanced taste & texture. its a light batter compared to other coconut shrimps i had, so you don't lose the essence of the shrimp & coconut flavor in doughy batter! its kauai's version of bubba gump: they had many other shrimp items on the menu: sauteed shrimp, garlic shrimp (sauteed scampi style), thai shrimp (spicy house specialty), cajun shrimp, sweet chile garlic shrimp, fried shrimp & chips, beer battered shrimp, shrimp tacos, shrimp burger..................BUT ITS ALL ABOUT THE BEST COCONUT SHRIMP ON THE PLANET!!!!!!!!!!!! my mouth is salivating just thinking about this............& i'm not going back anytime soon............
(5)Tofoi Y.
Ate here for the first time today. 5 of us (2 kids) shared coconut shrimp with fries, sweet chili shrimp with boiled potatoes, garlic shrimp with 2 scoop. Service was sweet and friendly local style. Food was hot, fries crispy and flavorful. I too saw the drizen shrimp delivery truck arrive but it didn't ruin my experience. Food was good, service was good, we'll be back again :-) Great job!
(4)beno h.
this was one of the best food stops on kaua'i. before we left for kaua'i, so many people gave us so many food recommendations. it felt like we were going on some kind of food tour, a culinary tour. they recommended: hamura's saimin stand, jo jo's shave ice, puka dog, and the shrimp station. i would say the best was hamura's saimin stand. the next best was the shrimp station. puka dog was okay, but the jo jo's shave ice on the highway (which i realised later was the "bad" one, whereas the "good" one is on some nearby side street). having finished this food tour of kaua'i and having returned to cali, i really have to say that gee... maybe i'm just not _that_ into hawai'ian food. after all, like, i feel like i would make a case that hawai'ian food is better in california. i know that sounds like sacrilege, but... i mean, we're just a little more foodie out here. i mean, am i being a food snob or just stoopid? anyway, the shrimp station was one of my better food destinations. we had the coconut shrimp ($11). i also asked the cashier what's the _spiciest_ dish, n' she recommended the thai chili shrimp ($12), so i ordered that too. i had a coupon from some tourist pamphlet that got us two free drinks with our two entrees. that was cool. the cashier was also very nice, so i would say that's a definite plus to this place. the coconut shrimp and fries were very delicious although greasy. i have to say that maybe it's one of those situation where anything _fried_ tastes good. the thai chili shrimp was also very delicious. the shrimp meat definitely tasted very fresh. while the shrimp are supposed to be "peel n' eat," i just eat the shells and tails cos i'm too lazy n' don't mind the extra calcium. the dish was not spicy at all for me. the thai chili shrimp is served w/ either white rice or red potatoes, so i choice red potatoes, which were tasty when i mushed them up in the sauce. the place gets crowded, so you should hit up early. we got there like just as the place was opening.
(3)Cass F.
Enjoyed the shrimp taco. The thing that's really the cat's meow is the outdoor sink.
(4)Diana L.
i am a big fan of stands/shacks. specially stands that specialize in one thing. but my coconut shrimp were disappointing. fried a little too long. nothing special at all. the fries were better than the shrimp. the shrimp was fresh.that was a plus. but there was so seasoning on the shrimp after the batter. and, they were not deveined. i am picky with my shrimp. and, when a restaurant or stand doesn't devein theirs it shows a certain lack of pride in the food they are serving. and, just plain laziness.
(2)natassia s.
its whatever, nothing special. overpriced is what it is.
(3)EA and H K.
Best. Shrimp. Ever. What a treat after a full day of hiking!
(5)Laura E.
out on the coast of waimea, with lots of selection and room to eat, this place is good. your right near a greaat shaved ice place to eat as well. we all ordered shrimp or hot dogs and fries, and what we got was delicious. i wana go back.
(5)d l.
had the spicy thai shrimp with red potatoes and the coconut shrimp with fries and they were both great ! only problem is that hey close early like around 5:30
(4)Jane V.
If you are on your way to or from Waimea Canyon plan a stop in Waimea at the Shrimp Station. We liked this better than the Shrimp trucks on the North Shore of Oahu. We actually made the trek from Poipu one more time before we flew out to have the shrimp tacos . My daughter literally talked about them the entire week. Another positive are the covered picnic tables and shade....a plus in the heat of the summer. While our group liked everything we ordered, shrimp tacos are the way to go for me. If heading back from the canyon, stop just up the same road on the ocean side for yummy shave ice...can't remember the name of the place, but it is just before the library. Try the root beer float....I can still taste the cool vanilla ice cream and root beer sauce gliding down my throat! Shrimp shack closes at 5 o'clock SHARP!
(4)Grave Y.
the shrimp tacos are BIG. damn big. you better have hiked all up and down the waimea canyon before thinking you're gonna finish a whole plate of these suckers. just do it.
(5)Kevin K.
Oh man the garlic shrimp is soooo good. Buttery garlicy goodness on a plate. Definitely one of the best things we ate while in Kauai. The coconut shrimp was fine and tasty but the garlic was definitely the standout. Ok priced at 12 bucks a plate.
(4)Maureen S.
Seriously the BEST shrimp tacos I've ever had!! Ok, this is just a roadside stand, and you eat on picnic tables, but I value the flavor and quality of food over ambiance and that is why this gets a 5 star rating from me. Also had the sweet chile shrimp which was really great too, but honestly I'm going back for the shrimp tacos. If you're in Kauai, do not pass up the opportunity to go to the Shrimp Station!!
(5)F F.
This place was good. Being in Hawaii for over a week we had several shrimp meals. I personally thought this place was ok and would of given them a 3. I ordered the beer batter shrimp, coconut shrimp, and sweet chili garlic shrimp. The shrimp was cooked well and the sweet chili was easy to peel. My grandma and mother however ordered the garlic and thai shrimp and loved it. My grandma is a very hard woman to please so that must of meant something. So if you go stick with the garlic and thai? ;)
(4)Tiffany W.
This place came recommended by a local and it does not disappoint! The coconut shrimp is crispy and has great flavor to it. Hits the spot if you are in the mood for fried food. Location is great; right near entrance to Waimea park. Friendly service and overall great pit stop.
(4)MellyJim H.
Order the Shrimp Tacos, they are awesome. They give you two tacos and they are really filling. I had to eat the second one later. Really good local place. Just remember, you are on Aloha time. No rush bra.
(4)Cindy Z.
Delicious! Stopped here after visiting Waimea Canyon and ordered the Spicy Garlic Chili shrimp with rice and the hub had the Thai style with potatoes. You will need to peel the shrimp, but they were cooked perfectly! Really hit the spot after a long day hiking/sightseeing.
(5)Grace H.
I love shrimps, always have since I was a kid. I seen this chain of cafe in Kapaa before. After visited the Waimea Canyon, this place located on the main road near the exit of the Waimea Canyon, starving and pulled up to try the food. It is really like a food truck type of place although it is a cafe. Menu is simple, either fried or shrimps with different favors. There is also chicken on the menu as well. I had the Garlic Shrimps with Rice. II am not going to say it is the best shrimps, but I was hungry, and memory seems to tell me that I ate everything, and the favor was there, the shrimp is fresh. Friendly staff. There are table and chairs where you can sit and eat out in the open air.
(4)Kathy S.
This is a little shack has Out of this World coconut shrimp! Crispy with lots of coconut!! The portion sizes are very generous and it comes with a heap of thin crust frîes! Fantastic!! Hubby had the Sweet Chili Garlic shrimp which was not spicy. It was in a creamy sauce and served with rice or boiled potatoes. Yummy! Don't pass this one by!
(5)Tiffany H.
Hubs can't leave. He loves it so much. We got half coconut half beer battered after hiking Waimea Canyon! Fantastic!
(5)Kevin B.
After visiting the local park, we stopped here for lunch. Our food was fast, fresh and very tasty. Did I say fresh? It was some of the freshest we had on the island.
(4)Letty J.
One of Kauai's must haves if your looking for a quick seafood fix. Their beer battered shrimp and coconut shrimp were on par with the papaya ginger dipping sauce! Looking forward to go again when I visit Kauai.
(4)Eric R.
Excellent option in a town with little dining appeal. Driving through this town leaves you wondering where the dining options are located. Our 3 options were a taco stand, the shrimp station, and a juice bar. 5 of ordered our meals and it came to $67. The meals came quick. The coconut shrimp was ok. Just ok. Don't get the extra tartar sauce. The best meals were the shrimp tacos and the sweet garlic chili. It's worth stopping at on the way through, but not worth to. Going with 4 stars because of the charm and ample parking spaces.
(4)Ellin C.
we got the garlic shrimp and thought it was not as good as we had hoped. Maybe we were hoping for the same type of garlic shrimp from Oahu's North Shore. The shrimp itself was doused in this buttery thick sauce with two scoops of rice and it was a little too rich in my opinion. Should have tried the coconut shrimp instead. Both hubby and I preferred Island taco across the street.
(3)Eunju J.
First reason i give them 2star because that is not kauai shrimp(the worker told me that) 2nd reason ,northahore faimous (ohau) shrimp truck has better taste of shrimp plate
(2)Ethan L.
A simple shack off the main drag in Waimea. It's shrimp. They look a little medium to medium small 41/50 which I was hoping they'd be slightly bigger but they do the job in terms of the numbers you get in a serving. The coconut shrimp is popular and after you have some you'll know why. Served with a simple bed of fries, they are plump and fresh and are toasted real nicely with a hint of sweetness. They also come with a unique dipping sauce that is almost like a creamed seasoned coconut puree, that really goes well with them. A can't miss option on the menu. Garlic shrimp is nice as well. Real garlic, with some occasional chunks (not the canned or jarred stuff either) and extremely buttery. Getting this with rice is a must. An easy no brainer lunch spot that is worth it in the area.
(4)Alohagems M.
We've tried there different shrimp menu and it was all salty. Birds and flies were everywhere.
(2)David O.
The Coconut Shrimp is not just the best Coconut Shrimp I've ever had; it is one of the best things I've ever eaten anywhere! Stick with this people, you can't go wrong.
(5)Valerie S.
Though Shrimp Station is a franchise, I'm a pretty big fan. They've got lots of fresh, flavorful dishes that are made pretty fast and are relatively affordable. I had the shrimp tacos, which I was hoping would have whole shrimp in them. Instead it was a shrimp salad that was still good but robbed me of the shrimp texture I love. I'd definitely love it more if they were whole shrimp. It's a bit odd that it's either potatoes or rice with the shrimp, but it felt like a pretty local experience, despite, like I said, the franchise bit.
(4)Alan S.
I fear that I may never have shrimp like this again in my life! Words can not do justice to the flavor sensation that you get from the shrimp and the sauces. I had the cajon and my wife had the sweet chili. Both were off the charts. It's right down the road from Waimea canyon. A must visit!
(5)Jaclyn B.
Husband and I needed a snack after we hiked to Waimea Canyon. We opted to split a coconut shrimp platter that ran $12.95.... we did have a $1 off coupon that came from a local visitor guide that was right next to the ordering stand (a fellow traveler told us about it). The platter came with a decent portion of shrimp and fries. It was good... but not worth the hype we kept hearing prior to our visit. The papaya ginger dipping sauce was incredibly good however.... I think this has potential to be used in so many ways!!! If we happen to be in the area, you know from Michigan, we might consider another visit :) We did not feel it is a MUST do though.
(3)John R.
Crappy service I came here because of online coupons. They would not honor online coupon said it needs to be printed. Coupon says present this code to your restaurant. What's worse is the bad attitude of the employees. Coupon for free soda not honored.
(1)Erin P.
Very tasty shrimp! We had the fried coconut shrimp and garlic and sweet chili shrimp. We really enjoyed both. Didn't have to wait long. The young guy taking our order was less than helpful though. We asked where the bathroom was and he said around the corner but neglected to mention he needed to supply a key. Thanks dude. But the food was great!
(4)Jennifer W.
I don't think that I could ever get enough of these shrimp! There are so many great places to eat on the Island of Kauai (pretty sure I have eaten at all of them on my visits) and Shrimp Station is one of my favorite. We usually stop at the one in Waimea on our way out to Polihale beach. It's the perfect spot to grab food before heading out to the deserted end of the island. The menu is simple with 6 different flavors of shrimp - hot garlic, sweet chili, cajun, thai, beer batter, and coconut. My favorite is definitely the cajun, YUM! they also have tacos and burgers if for some reason you stopped at the SHRIMP station but aren't in the mood for shrimp ;) Shrimp Station is a must try if you are on the island and, trust me, you will go back for more!
(5)leilani b.
Waimea Location - Ordered Got Garlic, Thai Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp. Yummy. The best is Coconut Shrimp by far. Thai Shrimp is spicy. An outdoor shack worth the stop.
(5)Will S.
So the power was out in Waimea when we visited today, so perhaps this is unfair. But when I spend the entire afternoon in the men's room after eating someplace, that generally warrants a 1-star review and a BEWARE warning for those who read my review. Because of no power, their fryer wasn't working and this limited the menu somewhat. I went with the shrimp tacos and they came out looking huge and good. Big tortilla, lots of lettuce, I picked it up to take my first big bite and WHAMMMO! Let me say I love spicy food, I tolerate very spicy sushi with lots of wasabi, spice is my thing...But wow, was I unprepared for the KICK in the back of the throat from these tacos. They were loaded with something called Uncle Sids salsa...holy crap dude. Let's just say, it was hot going down, and an hour later coming out...sorry, but Shrimp Station is off the list big time. BEWARE OF UNCLE SID.
(1)Justin C.
I thought this nice shrimp station was going to have freshly caught shrimp.. I walk up to the order station and they have a very nice easy to read menu.. everything sounds so good and smells delicious I couldn't make up my mind. The cashier told me that the coconut is the top seller and the beer battered shrimp is a favorite also. I ordered the beer battered shrimp and it was very delicious.. without a doubt. Yum. But don't be fooled, this is not fresh shrimp that they are using...They used previously frozen packaged shrimp. I saw them prepping the shrimp and the packages next to them.. I was a little disappointed in that fact, but after tasting it.. it didn't matter a whole lot to me because their recipe for this again is delicious .
(4)Chuck L.
A real hole in the wall small walk up window, order and find a table outdoors I had the Garlic shrimp which was I think 12 shrimp covered in a thick Garlic sauce with 2 big scoops of white rice. My wife had The SWEET CHILI GARLIC SHRIMP also came with two large mounds of rice, Was a little worried the sauce would be too much but we ate every last drop of that frickin sauce Yum! Very tasty!!
(5)Stacey C.
Coconut shrimp and fries. What was all the hype about? I think we should've saved our stomachs for some good tacos that were down the road. A lot of people were crowding around here so we figured we could make a pit stop here and grab a snack. Wow the coconut shrimp was drenching with oil. And they put the fries underneath the coconut shrimp so if you ate the fries, you were eating the excess oils from the coconut shrimp. The shrimp itself wasn't that bad...for frozen shrimp. You could tell it wasn't fresh shrimp. You can pass this place. Not worth the stop!
(3)Rachel K.
Be prepared to wait at least 40 minutes for your food. We had to actually leave without our order because the food took so long and we would have missed our flight otherwise
(3)Mel D.
Worst place I've ever eaten in Kauai was Island Taco which is right across the street from Shrimp Station, which makes Shrimp Station the next worst place I've ever eaten in Kauai. 10 pcs of bland Garlic Shrimp swimming on butter with rice costs $12.50. It's nothing special and not worth trying. But if you have a choice between Island Taco and Shrimp Station, choose Shrimp Station. If you can hold your hunger, go somewhere else please.
(1)Greg R.
I had the shrimp tacos. The wife had garlic shrimp. Both meals came with a lot of great tasting food. I would like to eat there again, but we won't have time.
(4)Paul S.
The shrimp ain't bad and it's super quick, but that's probably because the kitchen leaves the messy shrimp peeling to you! Rude and impatient service, overflowing garbage cans, dirty tables, disgusting bathroom, etc. Poorly run restaurant. Is the shrimp worth the rigmarole? Nope.
(1)Sam W.
This place is awesome! If you're passing through the area, I highly recommend stopping in here. It's a great place for a snack if you want to share, or a full meal if you don't. It's pricy, but each order of shrimp comes with quite a bit. As far as what to order, I'll repeat what I said in my tip. Anything worth having is worth working for. To that end, GET THE PEEL AND EAT SHRIMP. Shells and legs = juiciness and flavor. Worth it! I recommend the sweet chili garlic. If you can't hang with the peelage, the coconut are great too. Shrimp it up.
(5)Bobby L.
Sitting in the middle of Waimea on Kaumualii Hwy sits Shrimp Station. This particular restaurant is mentioned multiple times in tour guides and pamphelts that welcome you to the island. After spending some time in Waimea, I finally made the time to order a dish from this tourist filled hot spot. I had the sweet chilli garlic shrimp from Shrimp Station and some fries. It was truly a delicious dish. The sauce was spot on, shrimp were good, and as the sauce flowed over onto my fries, it became a delicious gloopy mess. A sweet, spicy, and garlicy waltz ensued in my mouth. I loved it! Loved it, until my sensitive stomach started pushing back. I didn't feel nauseaed or anything my last sentence would have you believe, but the extremely creamy flavorful sauce did start weighing me down. No problem, just make sure to have a good cold soda on hand to keep you refreshed while you make your way through this dish.
(3)Miriam W.
I was starving, by the time we reached the shrimp station, after hiking a rough 6 mile trail in the Waimea Canyon State Park. Rain, mud and change in elevation added to the difficulties, But I am here to review lunch, Chose the Cajun shrimp and by mistake asked for the potatoes (thinking fried). Shrimp, while tasty, just didn't agree with my tummy. The boiled potatoes that came with the shrimp had not been boiled. What a disaster. Tried explaining to the young kid at the counter that the cook had neglected to cook the potatoes-- he just kept pointing to the menu. I suspect that the various pokes available at the deli section if the Big Save would have been a better choice-- at least for me.
(3)John M.
Coconut and beer battered shrimp plates were a hit with the kids (shrimp and fries). I had the Thai/Garlic shrimp which is served in a fairly thick sauce with white rice. The taser was average but the shrimp were still in their shells and it was a mess trying to peel them with all the sauce they were in. Seems silly they didn't come peeled. Outside dinning area needs a regular cleaning. Good amount of flies around the place.
(3)Leah L.
Four stars? Really? I don't know if people are just thrilled to find a place where a meal costs less than $50, but this place kind of sucked. The coconut shrimp were pretty good, but the fries had zero salt on them and tasted really awful. They were out of ketchup. There is no indoor seating, just a few sticky tables with flies everywhere. It wasn't like eating poison, but I probably won't return.
(2)Kimmy K.
If you are heading to the Waimea Canyon, Shrimp Station is the perfect place to stop for lunch. You can have anything you want on their menu - as long as it's shrimp. Got Garlic Shrimp plate lunch, our favorite, is heavy on garlic, sauteed in olive oil and white wine for a finger-licking sauce you will love. They don't shell the shrimp for you to make them extra juicy and to hold on to more flavor. It can get a bit messy peeling all those shrimp, but Shrimp Station has you covered with an area to wash up after you are done. Can't hang with having to peel your own shrimp? The Coconut Shrimp are fantastic, too. Some even call them the best Coconut Shrimp on the planet. Dipped in a secret batter, coconut flakes, and deep-fried to perfection they pair perfectly with the papaya ginger tartar sauce.
(3)Bill S.
Ordered the beer battered shrimp and fries plate. Good stuff, zero complaints. Nothing much else to add, they do shrimp right.
(4)Colorado J.
The shrimp tacos are outstanding and quite large for the price. The fish and chips was good but not great - but the shrimp tacos more than made up for it. If we go again I would split an order as it is very large.
(5)Tiani M.
I live in Kekaha and have been coming here for a while, but when I asked to get the free sodas for kama'aina the cashier didn't believe that I was a resident and asked for my ID which I left at home. Every time I visit with my neighbor who is a friend of the girl who works there, we aren't asked for ID to get our sodas hmm.. I ordered 5 plates 2 of Thai flavor and 3 Regular garlic. The sauce is always good and consistent which is why I don't mind splurging on a meal from this place every now and then even though you can get shrimp that is twice the size from Ishihara Market for 7.99 LB and make it yourself. When I took the food home and everyone started to eat it we all noticed the shrimp wasn't cooked all the way and still raw on the inside. I called SS just to let them know so no one else would get raw shrimp and the girl who answered the phone apologized and handed the phone to the other girl who cooked the shrimp I explained over again that I just wanted to let them know about the shrimp and with an attitude she let me know she left the shrimp on longer than usual so it wouldn't be possible that it would be raw. She also let me know if I bring it back she would take a look at our order tell me if it is raw. WTF? With three hungry kids, we just recooked the shrimp ourselves instead of going through the trouble that could have possibly ended in her telling us that it isn't raw. I like to support local businesses, but with bad customer service on top of overpriced food that is just OK, I'll probably never eat here again.
(1)Sam A.
Shrimp is great! $13.00 for 10 and fries. Fish and chips good too. Pepsi products and outdoor seating. I wiuld rate higher if it was a sit down type of place. This location is only on street parking.
(3)Thomas V.
Stopped by for lunch after visiting Waimea canyon for the morning. Tried the Thai shrimp and coconut shrimp. Thai shrimp wasn't memorable (2 stars) and I wouldn't order again - the grasshopper shrimp from savage shrimp in Koloa was much better... The coconut shrimp however was delicious and might be the best ever (5 stars). Service left a lot to be desired...the lady who took our order seems rather standoffish and talked like a robot ( anything else?? Ketchup and hot sauce to your right...) (1 star) - overall average is 3 stars
(3)Lisa K.
My bf and I went here on our last day in Kauai after passing by it numerous times during our trip. We saw the ratings on Yelp and had it listed on our must-try lists. We got here a little before noon on a Sunday and we were able to find parking in their parking lot. We decided to split the sweet garlic shrimp because we wanted to run across the street to Island Tacos and try their food as well. Service was quick and the price ($12) was typical for a shrimp station in Hawaii. When I first opened the take out box my first impression was "ehh... " yelp.com/biz_photos/shri… The shrimps were on the smaller side and it just looked really plain. I feel like they could've added a lettuce leaf or a slice of pineapple to garnish. Luckily it tasted a lot better than it looked but I enjoyed eating the rice drenched in the sauce more than the actual shrimp. I've had much better shrimps from the shrimp trucks on the North Shore in Oahu. I might go back and try their famous coconut shrimp next time but in the meantime I'll just stick to the shrimp trucks in Oahu.
(3)Mike D.
Ate lunch here today. We ordered shrimp tacos and, boy were they ever good! I have been avoiding this place because several years ago it seemed like a fly station more than a shrimp station! I saw only one fly today. They've expanded their seating greatly over the period of years that we've been watching them. The place was packed and people seem happy with their food as we were with ours. The shrimp tacos came with a huge pile of chips which, we being on diets, left behind :-) The food was so good we're planning to go back sometime during the remaining part of our vacation.
(4)Alex M.
Tried all the main shimp plates and was not disappointed. Great place to stop when visiting Waimea!
(4)Steph C.
After a lovely drive up and down the Waimea Canyon, Matt B. and I stopped by Shrimp Station for a late lunch. It was a quick stop on the side of the road, just a take-out window with outdoor seating. Service was friendly and very fast, and I liked the casual set-up. The place seemed popular, but we were able to sit without issue. I ordered the Thai shrimp at the cashier's recommendation, and Matt got the beer battered shrimp since he doesn't like coconut. Both were delicious. My Thai shrimp came on a styrofoam plate with two fluffy mounds of white rice and a lot of sauce. The shrimp were headless, but they were a mess to peel and eat. I must have used a dozen of those flimsy napkins. The sauce wasn't quite spicy, but it had a great kick and a lot of flavor. The shrimp were cooked right, too, with a nice snap and meaty texture. Matt's beer battered shrimp made a different kind of meal, but one that was in no way inferior. They were deep-fried with a batter that was substantial but not at all greasy, with a pleasurable crisp. The shrimp came with decent fries and a nice tartar sauce, though they were also great with plain old ketchup. If Shrimp Station were in my town, I'd be going back fast to try the coconut and the sweet chili garlic. I really liked the place, and I hope I'm lucky enough to go back to Kauai and visit again.
(4)Jacklin M.
Shrimp tacos were just ok - the shrimp were chopped up and mixed with a tomato type sauce and white rice and iceberg lettuce. The service was quick and the staff was pleasant and the price was pretty good at $12 for two shrimp tacos and a side of chips and salsa. The salsa was great! Overall nice lunch but not great shrimp tacos.
(3)Bryce R.
Had lunch at this particular Shrimp Station and was impressed with the beer battered shrimp. The shrimp tacos were tasty and large, but had a bit too much sauce for my liking. The salsa that came with the tacos was also quite good.
(4)Kate B.
It looks more like a gas station with plastic chairs and tables outside, nevertheless we ate here twice and I would come back for more. The concept is very simple, you can order shrimp 4 different ways (i think 4). From what i can recall: Thai basil, sweet chili, coconut and garlic. We tried garlic, sweet chili and Thai basil and i, personally, liked sweet chili the best. The portions are pretty big and you sit outside to have your meal. The only con is that they don't serve beer or any other alcohol to wash down all this goodness:)
(4)Stephen K.
Great little roadside shrimp shack on the way to or from Wiamea Canyon. Coconut Shrimp are tasty (although about as healthy and light as a Big Mac). Generous number of shrimp on a bed of fries. Shrimp tacos better still--two big tacos in soft tortillas with salsa, lettuce and chips. Great business plan--quite a racket serving up shrimp in the shadow of a hawaiian tourist attraction with nothing more than a deep fryer and a few sticky picnic tables--I wish I had thought of it. I've paid much more for much less on Kauai!
(3)J C.
My hubby LOVED the shrimp tacos, our friends and my daughter loved the garlic shrimp and I really liked the spicy thai shrimp! Can't wait to visit Kaua'i again to enjoy this place!!
(5)Robert M.
Best coconut shrimp on the planet. Some great sauces too. As someone who lives in Hawaii, this place basks in the laid back island lifestyle, brah!
(5)Fernando A.
Just after the turn coming off of waimea canyon drive, we saw this cute little place. My wife got the spicy thai shrimp and I got the buttery garlic one. Both were excellent. It reminded me of Killer Shrimp in Marina Del Rey, except with a thicker sauce rather than a soup. The thai sauce reminded me of parihuela, kind of tomatoey with spices, rather than a thai coconut type of sauce. It was very good. There were a few other flavors on the menu that I would like to try next time we are in Kauai.
(5)Marcie C.
Holy crap! Best. Coconut. Shrimp. Ever. I can't believe I've never been here before! This is officially a must-try! You get your food from a window and sit on picnic tables next to the highway. Great for people watching. Can't get over how yummy the coconut shrimp were! I hear their shrimp tacos are amazing!
(5)Daniel W.
Still Salivating over the shrimp tacos... soooooooo good!
(5)M H.
Delicious!!! I love the sweet thai shrimp... i think that is what it was. The shrimp burgers were good too. I think we can here 3 times during our trip and we took some to go!!!
(5)Mindy S.
Folks ain't lyin.' Get the coconut shrimp here, and when you're done eating it, get a second order. You only live once.
(5)Trick C.
I wish more places were like this. Do one thing and do it well. You go to the Shrimp Station for shrimp. They give you about seven or eight types of shrimp. From Thai to Cajun to beer battered. They offer rice or potatoes to go along. My rice was perfect. My wife loved the boiled potatoes. And the shrimp was great.
(5)Jared M.
Really good and fresh shrimp.
(5)Christine R.
Best. Coconut. Shrimp... on the planet. This place is casual, minimal and I love it. When in Kauai we always go there at least once for the coconut shrimp. One time I tried the beer battered shrimp and I didn't enjoy it nearly as much as the coconut. The sauce that comes with the shrimp looks like tartar sauce but it has a sweet taste to it and it's pretty tasty.
(5)John C.
My wife and I ate here about 2 years ago, while we were on our 10 year anniversary. My mouth is still watering. The Coconut Shrimp she ordered were just very very good. The best, even. A must visit/eat when in Waimea!
(5)Shawna S.
Stopped here after hiking in Waimea because it was the first food I saw. Thank jeebus I did! The coconut shrimp was delicious. So much so, that I drove back the next day from Lihue for more! I just wish I'd found it earlier in my stay. It's only $11 for a basket of 10 large coconut shrimp and fries. Yes, it is basically a little roadside shack and the bathroom is kinda gross, but the food is AWESOME! Keep in mind that they close at 5pm sharp so you don't miss it!
(5)Grace T.
This was probably my favorite meal of the trip. I got the sweet chili garlic shrimp and bf got the coconut shrimp. It was messy to eat, but I after a morning of driving around Waimea Canyon, this was a delicious treat. Almost a year later, I still think about the yummyness of this meal.
(5)Boris v.
Had the Cajun shrimp. Yummy stuff. Closes at 5pm
(4)Scarlet H.
From the sauteed menu I loved the Cajun shrimp. The sauteed dishes looked like stews... you would have to order some rice with it. It was a pain to peel off all the shells off of the sauteed shrimps as well...
(3)Jun-Jun V.
My wife and I stopped at Shrimp Station for lunch. We had the coconut shrimp and the go garlic shrimp with steamed rice. They were very good! I hope that you guys can try the place!
(4)Michael G.
No frills and the name says it all. The garlic chili shrimp was a good meal. Most meals are $12
(4)Jeanne Ann P.
Shrimp taco plate is enough for two people to share but so good you'll want to eat it all yourself. Friendly fast counter service, nice customers, very casual. Love d it.
(4)MiniD D.
Found this place via Yelp, ordered the sweet chili and coconut, both were amazing. I liked the sweet and chili better since it was not fried. Good stuff
(4)Lovanna L.
After going through Waimea canyon, we decided to stop at Shrimp Station based on the reviews on Yelp and their convenient location. The food is pretty decent, the shrimp are big and fresh. My husband ordered a cajun shrimp meal and that came with rice. He wasn't a big fan of his shrimp. I ordered the coconut thai shrimp and really liked my dish. The shrimp come with the shell on so you'd have to peel it off.
(4)Frank Y.
Yummy shrimps. Especially after a day long hike in Waimea Canyon. Nice outdoor seating and great food. If you are a shrimp lover, this is the place for you. We ordered coconut shrimp and Cajun shrimp, both really tasty. Fries comes with coconut shrimp are so so (similar to that of McDonald's). The rice come with Cajun shrimp is really flavorful, definitely a treat. Be aware of it's time. It closes at 5pm, fortunately we arrived a little earlier...
(4)Sandra M.
Tried the Coconut and the Cajun shrimp and they were pretty awesome. The Coconut Shrimps were to die for, very nicely done. Great place to stop lunch.
(4)Frank P.
This place is what it is - SHRIMP. I'm not really a fan but for the price its ok. We had the beer battered shrimp, Thai shrimp, and garlic shrimp. Food were simple and tasty. Lots of tourists. Outdoor dining only. Tables and chairs were filthy, but since we were starving, we didn't really care.
(3)D N.
I dont think the coconut shrimp was mind blowing but it was definitely very good and I think it was a decent value. The sauce that came w/ it was awesome. I wish I could have taken some of it home w/ me but the shrimp itself is good, but likely forgettable.
(4)Jonathan W.
My wife and I stopped by and got the coconut shrimp and the beer battered shrimp. The food was delicious!! My wife liked the beer battered and I preferred the coconut. The dipping sauce was home made and very tasty. Over all a great experience and we felt like we got a lot for our moneys worth. We will come here again for sure next time we visit kauai.
(4)Cynthia L.
This place is a must!!!!!!!! GO!!! We ordered the beer breaded shrimp and the garlic, omgosh I passed out! This food was incredible!!! At first we were kind of sketchy about this place because of the high price (plate $12), but it was worth every cent!! One plate is more than enough for one person and it fills you up! Stop looking for where to eat and GO!!!!! Cashier was really cool, she even gave me tips on shopping for local made stuff and where to go. And this is the Waimea shrimp station, there is another one in Kapaa...
(5)Jamie B.
SHRIMP!!! Great taste. We ordered the local's favorites, Garlic Shrimp and Beer Battered Shrimp. Both came with 10pcs of shrimp and we requested white rice. Beer Battered shrimp comes with your choice of fries or mashed potato, we opted for rice (comes with two scoops rice). The tartar sauce was a papaya ginger chunky sauce and it was very good! Attention Kama'aina: a free canned Pepsi or Diet Pepsi is included! Price is the same as Giovanni's on Oahu's North Shore. Each plate cost $12.95, if I remember correctly that's the same as Giovanni. The Garlic Shrimp at Shrimp Station was definitely better than Giovanni because it was a garlic cream/butter sauce as opposed to just chopped garlic and butter sauce. I would recommend and visit again! :)
(4)Waiza D.
Me and my husband went to see the Waimea canyon lookouts today and of course we were both so famished and saw this while heading back to our hotel! Service was good, the food was so delish!!
(5)I H.
We come from California and are pretty customed to seafood. The Shrimp here tastes so so and its really really overpriced.
(2)Santa Cruz C.
AMAZING FOOD. I got recommended to go to this place by a girl working at our hotel. Probably some of the best shrimp I've had on Kauai. My favorite was the spicy Thai shrimp. Great quick eat if you're in Waimea!
(5)Louise Z.
prices were high but normal for the area. the Garlic shrimp was tasty and tender however I would've liked more garlic. the batter for the coconut shrimp was very good and crispy and the dipping sauce made it even better.
(4)Diana N.
We came by for a snack after our visit to Waimea canyon. It's a walk up window with outdoor picnic tables. We ordered the garlic shrimp and the Thai shrimp. Both served with rice. The flavors were outstanding! I thoroughly enjoyed the garlic shrimp the most. The Thai shrimp definitely has a spicy kick. Drop by next door to grab some fresh coconut water with your shrimp meal! When you're done with your coconut water, you can bring it back to the lady and she'll chop up the fresh coconut meat for you. WIN WIN!
(5)Scott M.
The shrimp station wasnt as good as the yelp reviews said it was. I order the garlic shrimp it was kind of bland. The best thing was the coconut juice store next door where we had a fresh juice. Overall it was a decent shrimp just needed more spices.
(3)Craig L.
I don't usually eat at roadside shack restaurants but this place rocked! We had the coconut and fried shrimp plus fish and chips. All amazing and top restaurant quality. The best part was the dipping sauce made with ginger and papaya...like a tarter sauce but a million times better! Highly recommend stopping by when in Waimea.
(5)Charlie Rae Y.
We dined her at the recommendation of our boat captain and due to the fact that we saw several locations across the island and it sounded yummy. Maybe it was a bad day, maybe we ordered the wrong thing? We had the fish tacos and a fish burger. It was all just mediocre. The whole place was pretty dirty and service not so great. I will say the portions were adequate. We had much better food at restaurants and food trucks/shacks across the island.
(3)Connie S.
This place is a hidden treasure in kauai!! As a shrimp lover I loved how their entire menu was focused on shrimp! From their cajun shrimp and shrimp tacos to their beer batter shrimp and coconut shrimp everything was fantastic. My yoga instructor actually introduced this place to me and said that its a place i have to stop by while on vacation and im glad she recommended it!
(5)Nicole N.
Don't stop...better place across the street. These do not look like Kauai shrimp!! Salsa is lacking in flavor, shrimp tacos are a hot mess, coconut shrimp was the only decent thing we ate. Sweet chili shrimp with rice was also decent.
(2)Jeffrey B.
Okay shrimp tacos. Shrimp chunks, not whole shrimp. Greasy sauce. Large size though. Chips and salsa average too. Wouldn't eat here again.
(3)Aom K.
Stopped by here twice in our six days stay. They are good. I got scampi garlic both times. They are CASH ONLY, so make sure you brought the cash with you.
(4)Karen W.
Visiting here from the mainland and since my friend and I are shrimp lovers we had to give it a try. SO glad we did!! I had the Cajun shrimp, which was delicious, and she had the shrimp tacos, which were excellent. This place is a must stop when you are in Kauai!
(5)Lora C.
The Shrimp Station was our first stop on the island of Kauai. It was conveniently located across the street from our hotel on Kapaa so it was the best choice. I went with 5 other people so we decided to try a variety of things. But by far our favorite was the coconut shrimp! It's served with either fries or rice. Let me just say the shrimp was delicious. A lot of times at other places your paying for a lot of the Coconut crust and less of the shrimp. But the shrimp was juicy and delicious and the coconut crust was crispy coconutlicious lol A few other noteworthy dishes were the Garlic Shrimp and the Fried Shrimp. Either way it's hard to go wrong at The Shrimp Station. As far as a price point it's priced similar to everything else on the island, which is a little overpriced. But, I left with my tummy happy and a little dent in my wallet. Mahalo!
(4)Willow R.
Good fry oil, nothing tasted burned or too fishy. The ginger mango sauce tastes like tartar sauce which was not good with the coconut shrimp, they should switch up to a sweet chili sauce or cut mayo. Otherwise would have been a5 for the price and convenience.
(4)Tim R.
This was ok but I expected better. Went for the garlic and coconut shrimp after our Waimea Canyon hike. The garlic shrimp was the best of the two as I though the coconut shrimp was a bit too sweet. I did enjoy the very soft almost mushy rice that came with the dish. Get the coconut next door to wash down the shrimp.
(3)Lonnie H.
Good and fast food, not too pricey, I liked the food. The staff was polite and friendly.
(4)mermaid m.
Much better than the one in kapaa. Shrimp shrimp shrimp local shrimp. Yummy Huge shrimp tacos. Shrimp Burger only $8 with Fries and with a ginger tartare sauce. Spicy Garlic shrimp are crazy good! Can't go wrong. There is always a line and food comes fast!
(5)Mark Y.
The shrimp sure is fresh.. big tender prawns really. yummm got the thai flavor - with rice. awesome. wife got the coconut shrimp with rice.. the dough/fried aspect was just ok. i would stick to the peel and eat types..
(4)Thad G.
We had the garlic shrimp, coconut fried shrimp, and the shrimp tacos. All were a smashing success. This is a small roadside "stand". I suggest going next door to the fruit stand and getting a fresh coconut to enjoy while you eat. Just look for the place with a long line right by the road!
(5)Ashlyn M.
We had the coconut shrimp and the garlic shrimp and it was very good!! The food was 4 stars. The person working the window was 1 star. Customer service was awful. Probably the rudest person on the island. I was caught off guard because everyone on the island has been so friendly, yet the man taking our order was not friendly at all.
(3)Angela R.
We went here for lunch after driving the Weimea canyon all day. Kind of disappointing. Thai shrimp was tasty but watch out they leave the shell on.
(2)Airika P.
We ate here today based on yelp recommendations and while the staff was friendly and service was good, I have to admit I was a little disappointed. We ordered the coconut shrimp with rice and the beer battered shrimp with fries. Both were generous portions of 10 shrimp. The coconut shrimp were awesome! Great flavor, the only thing is I think they would be better with the sweet chili sauce. The papaya tartar just didn't compliment the shrimp. The beer battered shrimp were completely lacking in flavor...mostly just greasy, and would have benefitted from some spices in the batter or a more flavorful dipping sauce. The rice was fine - it's just rice, and the fries were fresh, but not seasoned (so make sure you do that). All in all, unless you're a shrimp fanatic, I wouldn't say you should go out of your way for this one, unless you just want to support a friendly local business, in which case you should order the coconut shrimp. :)
(3)ImLookingAt U.
Not impressed Too much yelp hype Ordered the shrimp taco plate. 2 large shrimp tacos in soft flower tortillas with cheese, lettuce in a mild spicy sauce. The shrimp were not whole, rather they were all chopped up and mixed with the sauce that did not provide enough flavor. $12. Served with tortilla chips and a very spicy salsa. Bottled soda $2
(2)Jennifer C.
Not sure why people love this place. The coconut shrimp was decent but slightly overcooked. Fries unsalted. Had to ask for something different for the sweet chili shrimp we ordered, the shrimp and rice were both way overcooked. Found multiple shrimp that weren't properly deveined...
(2)Roots G.
Meh, ok but wouldn't come again. Ono burger was good, coconut shrimp were over-cooked and with the chewy coconut batter, too much chewy! Sauce on the garlic shrimp was delicious but shrimp was overcooked in this dish as well. Fries were not memorable. Bummer.
(3)Seanessy G.
The coconut shrimp and fries are FRIED guilt but good. Quick friendly service despite the lines. But it is too expensive and I would like to have a coconut prawn option without fries - overkill on the fried part
(3)Natalia P.
This place is very conveniently located, but it serves OK food. My boyfriend and I stopped by here for lunch after we've done sightseeing in Waimea Canyon. He got coconut shrimp with fries and I ordered Thai shrimp with potato. My shrimps were not peeled, which I didn't expect and it was a bit of a hustle to peel each and every shrimp myself. Maybe I got spooled eating only peeled shrimps in other places. The sauce was spicy and delicious. Coconut shrimp was good, but we could barely taste coconut flavor because the butter flavor was too strong, in my opinion. Overall, if you are starving on the way back from Waimea canyon, this is one of your options.
(3)Haley M.
Delicious shrimp. The cocktail shrimp is juicy with a nice zesty cocktail sauce included. Coconut shrimp is perfection. I don't like coconuts or coconut flavoring. This was sweet and juicy and the dipping sauce was a perfect match. The french fries are average but the shrimp are the main event so who cars :) Enjoy!
(5)Taco Y.
This is the third time we have eaten at the Shrimp Station on three seperate trips to Kauai over ten years. We have eaten coconut, beer batter, and garlic shrimp. My personal favorite is the coconut shrimp. On this trip I heard that the Shrimp Station has been sold by the original owner since my last trip to Kauai. I also found out that there is another Shrimp Station located in Kapaa. That is great. Won't have to travel all the way to Waimea when staying near Lihue. The coconut shrimp had a slightly bitter taste from being overcooked but still was tasty. The difference in taste from previous trips was probably due to the slight overcooking. The order contains about a dozen shrimps and comes with fries. My wife had the garlic shrimp that comes with rice or potatoes. She had half of each. The garlic sauce is garlicky and quite tasty. The shrimps come with the shells on. To me peeling the shrimp with the garlic sauce on is quite messy. You end up sucking the sauce off to deshell the shrimp then dunk back in the sauce. It would be nice to have deshelled shrimp cooked in the sauce. The garlic shrimp was tasty. But for me the coconut shrimp is their signature dish that I order whenever I'm at the Shrimp Station. The Waimea location is quite old. The unisex rest room is in a seperate building in back. There is plenty of clean varnished picnic tables outdoors in the shade. Being outdoors, you'll have to shoo the flies away while eating. I can remember on a previous trip being inundated by flies. When in the area of a Shrimp Station, I will be back to eat their coconut shrimp.
(4)Julie S.
I was disappointed with the shrimp here - it completely paled in comparison to the shrimp trucks on Oahu's North Shore. I got the garlic shrimp and the bf had the Thai sweet chili shrimp. Both were drowning in the buttery sauce and still managed to under deliver on the flavor. The shrimp itself were on the smaller, less-than-super-fresh side. I expected to find the seafood to be superior to the mainland, but that just wasn't the case. Lastly, portions are on the smaller side. From the other reviews, I wish I'd ordered the coconut shrimp instead. Maybe that dish alone would redeem this place.
(2)Andy A.
Both the fish / Chips and the coconut shrimp were delish! The tarter sauce was a little weird though. Overall, very good.
(5)Sara M.
Good, but doesn't hold a candle to Island Taco. We had the beer battered shrimp. They were served with fires (the cheap flavorless frozen kind). Not all the shrimp had been completely deviened, but that said the shrimp were delicious. Atmosphere: 2 stars (order through a screen, tables outside were ok, did have a sink to wash hands) Food: 4 stars (despite the terrible fries, the shrimp were delicious!) Service: 2 stars Value: 3 stars (by Hawaii standards - 12 shrimp & terrible fries for $12) I'd go back, but only if Island Taco was closed
(3)Josh S.
So, I was told by my coworker who grew up in Honolulu that I was going to visit Kauai and its world-famous Waimea Canyon. As soon as I told her this, she screamed by saying "OMG, YOU HAVE TO GO SHRIMP STATION" I quickly googled and yelped about this place. It had very high reviews and was sitting right on road to Waimea Canyon, so I made sure I make a visit prior to going to the Canyon. The place opens at 11AM. Sharp. I was happy that they do this because I have had bad experience with Aloha Hawaiian Hours where owners don't open their shops/restaurants as advertised. Their reasons? Who knows. I ordered the coconut shrimp from Yelp reviewers. They were tasty but I didn't think they were any better than coconut shrimp I'd get from other seafood places. The fries that came with it didn't make the plate any better either. I did appreciate their kindness for providing water fountain where customers can wash their hands afterward. It's a popular local place apparently. Many people flocked here right after I finished my plate. Based on the scene alone, I'm sure this is a very good place for shrimp. However, they import their shrimp from Asia -- which I thought was bit disappointing. Nonetheless, it's a worth stop on your route to Waimea Canyon.
(3)A T.
MUST TRY the coconut shrimp, it's amazing! I've never had any like it before...large shrimp with big shreds of coconut, fried to a perfect golden brown. We also tried the sweet chili garlic shrimp, which was good, but I'd hit that coconut one again and again.
(5)Brian C.
Not bad for a hole in the wall. I ordered the coconut shrimp. It was a little oily but tasty. Cool little town.
(4)Jeff C.
We came here because friends and guidebooks told us to and we weren't disappointed! It's just a little stand on the side of the road, but there is some serious goodness here! I got the coconut shrimp and my wife got the sweet chili garlic shrimp, we loved them both. The plates were $12 each and I got 10 large shrimp over so many french fries we couldn't finish them all and my wife got 10 large shrimp with potatoes (though we later wished we had ordered with rice instead to suck up all the sauce on the shrimp). A definite must visit if you're in Waimea!
(5)Pearl V.
A little overpriced for 10 or so shrimp served alongside your choice of steamed rice or steamed red potatoes. My hubby and I shared a plate of the garlic shrimp because we were planning to go across the street to Island Taco afterwards, lol. I thought it was just okay, but at least the shrimp were de-veined and easy to peel.
(3)Janice F.
Really Garlic Shrimp - "white wine, garlic" - they forget to mention how buttery the sauce is!!! It is lick-your-plate delicious. All of Hawaii seems to have pretty consistent shrimp ~ I can't say I had a bad shrimp the whole trip. Great little shrimp shack in Waimea. Communal outdoor picnic seating, watch out for all the wild chickens looking for a snack! If only it were closer to the South Shore.. I would have visited this place multiple times. I don't know anyone who stays in the West. Mmm... shrimp cravings now..
(5)Eileen C.
Hole in the wall Shrimp Stand that gets a lot of attention. I recommend stopping on your way to Waimea canyon. You can order it to go and eat at the top on the picnic benches by the museum. Garlic Shrimp was loaded in a buttery sauce. Coconut Shrimp was very good as well. Great as snacks, but I'd prefer to go somewhere else if you're looking for a full meal. Quick Tip: In the Kauai Gold magazine there is a coupon for a free drink with $10 purchase
(4)Julie M.
This is a fun little shrimp shack of the main road. My husband and I stopped here for shrimp after a morning of hiking Waimea Canyon. Shrimp was fresh, sauce was flavorful. Yum!
(4)Joan J.
Might as well eat at McD's... uck! The shrimp in the taco's where like crumbled 1/4" stuff in bottom of can, big taco's but mostly veggies & shrimp-ish stuff. The fries, beer batter shrimp & coconut shrimp where like some cheap old greasy spoon back home. We where going to throw it away but a lost dog found us on the North Shore and Loved the stuff (we took shrimp out not sure if good for doggies)! Peace to All, Portland, Oregon 6/22/12
(1)Brian H.
Good shrimp. Very good sauces. We tried the garlic, cajon, Thai, coconut, and shrimp burger. The shrimp dishs (except the coconut and burger) were not peeled and served All were good. About $13 post portion. It was a little small in over all portion. .. otherwise 4 star. Went across the street and had 5 start wasabi ahi tacos. I'll come back for more of those.
(3)Justin C.
After a gruelling drive up to waimea canyon and staring in awe at nature, the quick drive down the mountain led my empty stomach straight to the Shrimp Station. Since we were in a hurry, my mother jumped out of the car really quickly to the window and asked wht was the most popular thing there. The worker said coconut shrimp so she got it to go and hopped back in the car. As we drove back to Lihue, the entire plate was finished within 3 minutes. Something about it is just amazing. I don't know how to describe it. Maybe it's from the oil that sticks to your fingers or the yummy dipping sauce. Perhaps the golden brown coconut and outer layer that relays the satisfying crunch from your mouth, through your skull, straight into your ears...or the strangely welcome burn that comes from a the hot shrimp you scarf down in competition with the other people fighting for the scrumptious shellfish...but there's something about the Shrimp Station that makes you devour their coconut shrimp and leaves you wanting more. definitely more entertaining to share.
(4)Jimmy N.
This place was just OK for us. Granted we maybe should have gotten the coconut shrimp and the fact that they ran out of rice the afternoon we dropped by kind of soured the experience for us. We ended up getting potatoes as our sides as a sub for their lack of rice for the garlic and cajun shrimp we ordered, and that just didn't work out too great. The actual shrimp itself is great quality and size, however the sauce just didn't really do it for us. It didn't meld or infuse well with the shrimp, it was like they cooked the shrimp and poured garlic and cajun sauce over it. Maybe we're just spoiled and biased from going to the shrimp trucks on Oahu, I dunno, but when we're back in the area, we'll give the other stuff on the menu a shot and hopefully they'll have rice.
(3)J R.
Aloha from Kaua'i! First of all, this is a review for the Shrimp Station in Kapa'a - not the one in Waimea, this one has been opened a few months and apparently no area to review that separately - so....... I live here on Kaua'i and have never eaten at the one in Waimea, yesterday was my first experience having their shrimp - a friend and I ate there for lunch. I did think that $12.00 was a little pricey - but I was taking a friend who was visiting the island who wanted to try it, so while I was happy to do it - I don't think I'll be going back again on my own. The service was great, really nice staff there. I ordered the Spicy Thai shrimp with rice (I can't imagine having fries with it, but I guess that is popular) and my friend had the Got Garlic shrimp (also with rice). I didn't count my shrimp, but it seems to be the consensus that you get 10 shrimp (you have to peel them, since we got it for take-out, that got a little messy!). I thought it was good, not particularly spicy (but then I like hot!), the shrimp as I said were messy to peel and eat - especially if you take them to eat at the beach - lots and lots of napkins needed! The sauce was good, nothing great, but not bad either. The rice was fine and acted as a good counterpart to the shrimp as well - putting some of the sauce on it was a good idea. My friend really enjoyed hers and said the garlic was heavy duty indeed! I've had shrimp on O'ahu before and I thought it was very good, this, while good, I think is just too expensive for what you get - as I said, I'd take a visitor if they wanted to go there (which I did), but it wouldn't be someplace I'll go back to myself. The place itself is very clean and has restrooms as well.
(3)Josh H.
Order the coconut shrimp - it is really good. It's on the pricey side though - especially for a roadside joint where you eat your food out of a basket. The peel-and-eat garlic shrimp - nowhere near as good as New Orleans - another sign that you should stick with what a place is known for. Be prepared to see lots of chickens wandering around for scraps. Laid-back but friendly serivce, and lots of tourists. We didn't visit the other Kauai location.
(4)Ann N.
Stop by The Shrimp Station if you're on the west side of Kauai. The price and portion are fantastic. COCONUT SHRIMP w/french fries ($11) - 4 stars The medium sized shrimp were d-lish! Extra crispy and flavorful. They were covered in panko bread crumbs and dried coconut batter. It was cooked perfectly. I was a little skeptical because I saw a few ads in the Kauai visitor guides, but the coconut shrimp was great. It was a satisfying afternoon snack.
(4)Lee P.
An old gas station converted to a drive-in serves shrimp dishes in many varieties. Reasonably priced for Kauai, the quality is good. There aren't many food choices on this end of the island and it's a long haul to the next pocket of civilization. Be aware that they close pretty early in the evening. Seating is al fresco under a ramada along the busy highway. Upscale it is not, but hey it's Kauai and life is casual so go with it. This has a 'locals' vibe. I definitely prefer Shrimp Station to the food at the dowdy Waimea Plantation resort restaurant just up the road.
(3)B C.
I really wanted to love this place but was just utterly disappointed! The building is in a convenient location and over our week in kauai, we drove by it numerous times. It was also close enough to hotel where we could walk. I had the cajun shrimp with rice (since previous yelps said that fries were just typical frozen) and could not have been more disappointed. Overpriced for the mediocre food and it's definitely frozen shrimp! 10 pieces of chewy overcooked medium sized shrimp with 2 scoops white rice. The sauce is greasy but acceptable. Again, I really wanted to like this place but it didn't even compare to the other tasty joints on the island!
(1)Ishtiaque H.
Downright amazing. Get the thai shrimp, shrimp tacos, and an ice cold pepsi, your day will be made. I was almost tempted to channel my inner bengali by eating the shrimp and rice by hand, but resisted and ate with a fork like everyone else.
(5)Edita P.
We head a great lunch here before heading to the see the Wimea Canyon and hiking. I ordered the shrimp tacos and they were delicious; it came with 2 tacos and plenty of chips and salsa. My husband ordered the garlic shrimp and it was just as good; he choose potatoes as a side but rice would have probably been better since the shrimp came with a very yummy garlick sauce which you could mix in with the rice. Prices ranged at $12-13. TIP: while you wait for your food to come out , walk a very short distance to the fruit stand next door and get yourself a chilled whole coconut, which they will chop of the top part so you can drink the coconut juice and after you
(4)Emma M.
We went to Shrimp Station (in June 2012) on account of the great Yelp and Trip Advisor reviews. It is definitely a great place to eat if you're on that side of the island. If you aren't already on or planning to go to the west side of the island, then I don't think it's worth the drive. Shrimp plates are $12 each for a good amount of food. Enough to fill you up but not so much that you'd be wasting food. I got the coconut shrimp which was quite tasty. It wasn't greasy, the shrimp was cooked well, and the coconuttiness was just right. It came with a really yummy papaya ginger tartar sauce and fries. The fries were subpar, so substitute for something else if you can. My husband got the sweet chili garlic shrimp with potatoes. The shrimp was flavorful and well made, but know that you have to peel the shrimp yourself. This is not at all a neat and tidy meal. If you eat there, though, they have sinks to wash your hands after the messy meal. Excellent idea. Great stop on the way to or on the way back from Waimea Canyon or Koke'e SP. As with just about everything else on the island, they close early, so get there before 5pm.
(4)John H.
We ate here for lunch, and really enjoyed our lunch. We ate at the location in Kapaa, not in Waimea. Three of us ordered the butter garlic shrimp, and they were amazing. One person ordered the beer battered shrimp, and he was the only one full after the meal. The shrimp were good, and come with a side, but didn't fill us. We would go back again, because it was that good. You can get a coupon for $1 off of $10 from different magazines floating around the island as well, which is great, since each meal costs $12!
(4)Jill D.
I had the shrimp burger because I didn't want to deal with the messiness of peeling shrimp given that I had the munchkin with me. She appreciates being handled with hands that don't smell of seafood lol. I was pleasantly surprised that it came with a drink for the $8 price tag. I think I got the cheapest thing on the menu (unintentional) but it was super filling and delicious. It came with fries and just enough of that delicious ginger-papaya tartar sauce to give it a great tang. I appreciated the casualness of the picnic tables as they were stroller friendly for our crew (there were quite a few of us Ohana Mamas!). I'd probably hit this place up again if I'm in the area. Everything was super fresh and yummy!
(4)Claire J.
This place was easy to find. On your left side if you're going towards Waimea Canyon, and right there right when you come from Waimea Canyon. Now I know Oahu has their shrimp trucks and I've great reviews about them but never had it. But this place deserves its own spotlight. We got the coconut shrimp and cajun shrimp. Coconut shrimp was good! None of those overly sweet coconut around your shrimp. Fries that came with it, was ok. Cajun shrimp was yum!!! Would like to come back. Shrimp was fresh and there's a lot of seating. Appreciate there's a sink to wash you're messy hands.
(5)Rick C.
So we were driving around on the West side looking for a place to eat lunch that was actually open on Sunday. A lovely Local in Hanapepe suggested the Shrimp Station in Waimea. We spotted it right away on the Highway as there were a whole bunch of people standing and sitting around the front. I ordered the Thai Spicy Shrimp and my Wife ordered the Garlic Shrimp. Needless to say we probably won't be kissing each other anytime soon, but they were both quite delicious. A generous portion of about 10 Jumbo shrimp and 2 scoops of steamed white rice did the job. Fingers were quite sticky after wards and the little bathroom was a little sketchy, but we survived. Definitely worth a try. Save room for Jo-Jo's Shave Ice just a block away for dessert.
(4)Brenda D.
Coconut shrimp was excellent! We also had the red pepper shrimp. The sauces here are wonderful - unlike any others we have come across. Not a fancy place which was awesome because I love little local restaurant and dives. Outdoor seating only. One bathroom back behind the building so you will wait in line to wash your hands after eating and you will need to wash your hands after eating because it's so good. Or, take some wet ones. We drove by this place like 5 times before we stopped. Big mistake - should have stopped the first time!
(4)Nuch P.
i ordered the spicy garlic shrimp. i think i may have enjoyed the regular garlic shrimp better. it's more like a 3.5. the spicy sauce they add was kinda sweet for my taste. the aroma was wonderful i must say. it's one of the better option in terms of flavor and price for the area. it gets crowded since the place is small. they don't peel the shrimp for $2, they will peel the shrimp for you.
(4)Aimee A.
Wow! Love this station! I ordered the medium spicy shrimp with cajun sauce and it was sooo good! the shrimps were super fresh! my friend got the fried coconut shrimp and it was good too! will definitely come back!
(5)Laura B.
Coconut shrimp and shrimp tacos where very tasty. Limited options for kids if they don't like shrimp.
(4)Alaina J.
Food was straight forward and tasty. I had the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice. My husband had the shrimp burger with fries. And, my kids had the hot dogs with fries. The food was quickly served and was steaming hot. Aside from having to peel my shrimp, I loved my meal. The sauce was excellent. My husband said the burger was delicious, and it must have been because he didn't even save me a bite. I'm definitely glad we decided to give this place a try.
(4)Carissa H.
This place had great coconut shrimp, but they were pretty expensive for shrimp and fries.
(4)Dan P.
The shrimp is pretty good! I was able to sample a lot of their dishes because we had a large group. We ordered the garlic shrimp, thai shrimp, shrimp tacos, shrimp burger, and coconut shrimp. The garlic shrimp was good but the sauce was a little too creamy. The thai shrimp was awesome and the sauce worked well with the rice as well. The shrimp tacos were pretty big and tasty. The shrimp burger was tasty as well. The coconut shrimp was great if you like that kind of thing. So why 3 stars? I just think it's a little over priced for what it is. It's a great place to pick up some food or get some food after going to Waimea Canyon but for the 6 of us, we spent about $100 and left pretty happy but still a bit hungry. The portions are a little on the light side. You can take the food with you or eat at one of the picnic tables out front. The price for sodas is only $1 which is great.
(3)Jennifer L.
Coconut shrimp and shrimp tacos really hit the spot for us after a long day of hiking in the koke state park. Costly but hey it's tourist prices! Service was super friendly too. And yes that tartar sauce is amazing!!! I substituted my fries for potatoes... And the sauce paired with the tasteless but healthier starch option was excellent! Almost like a potato salad!
(4)Michelle F.
Great roadside stop. We had the Coconut Prawns and Thai Shrimp, both good and a good combo of spicy and sweet. Don't make the mistake we did, forgetting that the sauce wasn't tartar and setting it aside...realizing later that it was a yummy papaya dipping sauce! Not fancy but good food.
(5)Douglas F.
Awesome awesome awesome! W didn't find this place until the last day but it rocked!!! It's a must and very reasonable! Good service! Great shrimp!
(5)Jody Z.
Yum! This little shrimp shack is on the way to Waimea Canyon on the main road. Plenty of parking and outdoor tables. Most items were $11, which I didn't think was too bad. We tried the Cajun shrimp served with white rice and the Coconut shrimp served with fries. Both shrimp dishes were good, but we preferred the coconut. Fries weren't that great. Service was fast and they have a bathroom, which is a plus!
(4)M C.
Was driving to Waimea Canyon, saw the Shimp Station, decided to stop and give it a try! It was a nice surprise! I ordered the Thai Shrimp with rice, VERY delicious and SPICY! Loved it! My husband ordered the Garlic Shrimp, he loved it, but I thought it was too buttery. Personal preference I guess! We also ordered the shrimp burrito and it was gooood!! Would totally recommend it! I would definitely recommend this place!
(4)Michelle S.
$11 may seem pricey for a plate lunch but not when it includes 10 coconut shrimp AND French fries. The coconut flavor is bold and perfectly complimented with a mango tartar sauce. As for the fries, don't expect anything comparable to McDonalds. Yup, the fries are soggy and a bit on the greasy side. Still, the Shrimp Station is worthy of regular visits due to its variety in shrimp dishes. And as an added bonus: a free soda for Kamaaina!
(4)James M.
Only plain and Spicy Thai Shrimp are Gluten Free. Prices $12 for a plate with rice and about a dozen shrimp. Not as good as I expected but worth the stop. 2 Locations on the island. I anticipated something more link the shrimp trucks on Oahu. My wife loved the shrimp burger!
(3)H O.
This is a tourist trap. The shrimp is OK (but not from the shrimp farm right down the road) and so is the portion size. Coconut was our favourite.
(3)Gerald L.
Good shrimp but they ran out of rice during one of our visits
(4)Fontane L.
This place was solid...good eats for us tourists. Shrimp was fresh, though a little disappointing. $12 for a plate of shrimp and a side (depending on what you order, rice or fries). I got the garlic shrimp, which had a tasty buttery garlic sauce. Husband got the beer battered shrimp - the batter was not very good, so he peeled it off and just ate the shrimp.
(3)Dana S.
Big old portions and tasty food. Shrimp is not as fresh as I'd hope, being three blocks from the water, but it was still tasty. We probably went a little overboard on the fried, but we didn't realized the shrimp burger was deep fried--coconut shrimp (with fries) plus fried shrimp burger (with fries) left two of us in a deep fry coma.
(3)LeAnna C.
We found this place after a trip to see Waimea Canyon (awesome sight). The sweet chili garlic shrimp was by far my favorite. The coconut shrimp is great as well. Can't wait to return to the island again!
(4)Ryan D.
I'm not sure what the big deal is about this place. The place is okay but then again, looking at Waimea, your choices are limited at best. I got the coconut shrimp and it was decent. Fries were basic. I'd say that the shrimp and fries get 1.5 stars. But the surprise of the meal was the papaya ginger dipping sauce. That was light and quite refreshing. That, in itself, made the meal good. 1.5 stars for the dipping sauce and saving my lunch.
(3)Jack N.
Do not leave Kauai until you've eaten here. Oh my goodness!!! We had the cocoanut shrimp and the thai shrimp with rice. Over the top. I went and left more money for a tip when we were done! Absolutely delicious.
(5)Sara J.
Came on the recommendation of several people, and was left rather "meh" by the experience as a whole.The shrimp were large and fresh, but the deveining job didn't remove most of the veins (at least they tried). The spicy chili garlic sauce was too sweet and not at all spicy. (Your results may vary, I have high heat tolerance) My dining partner's mahi burger had a very small strip of fried mahi--didn't even fill up half the bun. Can't fault them for the fact that eating outdoors leads to huge quantities of flies buzzing about, but it was just another irritation. Maybe we ordered the wrong things, or maybe our expectations were too high, but I would have passed this one up for another container of poke.
(2)Ingrid C.
I was pretty excited to get some shrimp. Good things had been said. Good things. And how lucky was I to go with a group of people who ordered a bunch of different things? My contribution to group sharing was the Coconut Shrimp. This was a winner for me, if only because I get too lazy to shell my own shrimp. Finger food all the way. And seriously, papaya ginger tartar sauce? Yum. I enjoyed the other shrimp, too, and will rank them accordingly: - sweet chili garlic shrimp - garlic shrimp - cajun shrimp - Thai shrimp Actually, that's probably a bunch of crap. I liked them all, I just liked the sweet chili one a touch more than the others. Depending on my mood, that could've totally changed. Be careful when it's windy so all your napkins don't fly away!
(4)Robin W.
3.5. The peel and eat far outweighed the fried version in my opinion. The cajun wasn't spicy but flavorful. The shrimp are large and well cooked. Some bread would help to suck up the sauce. We had it with the red boiled potatoes. The beer battered shrimp -- served with french fries -- was bland and the batter coating was too thick. We fed it to the local chickens. Both plates are $12 (each). This is a little stand and you sit outside. Good food and experience.
(4)Raymond W.
Food is good here but very overpriced, $12 an order. If price isn't a consideration, then this is a good place for some shrimp.
(3)Jessica G.
Um. I am obsessed. I have been to the shrimp trucks on the North Shore of Oahu and anywhere else I can find a good shrimp plate. Nothing compares to this place. The sweet chili garlic shrimp are THE BEST. period. They offer boiled red potatoes on the side along with the usual rice option, and the potatoes are a nice different option. Go here. Get the sweet chili garlic shrimp. We are going back to get more and I will try the coconut shrimp as well after reading the other reviews!
(5)Courtney K.
The Shrimp Station is declious, if you like crustaceans! I've had the shrimp tacos and the beer-battered shirmp and both were tasty. The shrimp tacos were different than what I'm used to in San Diego but they are still good and they are big. I was at The Shrimp Station on a Thursday afternoon and it was packed! There wasn't anywhere to park in the lot but luckily we found a spot on the street. The very, very casual outdoor picnic bench seating might not appeal to some people but for me it was the perfect laid-back lunch in Kauai. If you visit Kauai, be sure to visit The Shrimp Station.
(4)Yasaman D.
You get A LOT of delicious shrimp for just $9! I've tried the coconut, beer battered and the garlic shrimps! They were all delicious. Fast service too! Wish it was closer to home!!
(5)Vicky T.
YUMM!!! Stopped here after a long hike in Waimea Canyon. We ordered the garlic shirmp and coconut shrimp. I wanted the garlic shrimp spicy they put some thai chilis in the sauce. Let me tell you.. this is definitely different from the shrimp trucks in Oahu.. but good in their own way. The sauces are olive oil and wine base, so it was thicker compared to others.. but Soooo good. In fact.... it was sooo good (and the bf and I are fatties).. we ordered another. We got the Sweet chili one next. It was good but too sweet for my taste. I wouldve ordered the garlic one again but the bf REALLY wanted to try it. We would've came here multiple times if it was closer to our hotel. They are opening up a second location in Kapaa soon, so that should be more convenient if your hotel is centrally located. Go eat here.. super yummy! And the guys that work here are super nice.
(4)J C.
Yumm shrimp. We hit up this place after visiting Waimea Canyon. Group of 5 of us, so we sampled 4 different ones, including the cajun, beer battered, and coconut. Coconut was DELICIOUS. Yes, it's not super cheap, but hey, you're in Kauai, what do you expect? This place doesn't sell alcohol, so do yourself a favor and walk around the corner to a little market (I think it's called Bucky's) and buy yourself an ice cold beer to wash down the shrimp.
(4)Jill M.
Stopped in here on our way home from Waimea Canyon. The line was long but it was worth the wait and we had no problem finding a place to sit. We ordered both the beer-battered and coconut shrimp. Both were tasty and hot. Not even remotely good for you--but who cares! I love eating at clam shacks and seafood stands and this was a really fun experience. Minor nits: Kind of wish they had a spicy cocktail sauce--ketchup just isn't as good. And expect a line to the single-seat restroom if you're there at a busy time. We'd come here again, and again!
(4)Kanae K.
I ordered a "Sweet Chili Shrimp." with rice. I love it!
(4)Monica M.
Spicy garlic shrimp was so good. The shrimp is so fresh. The garlic is not too overwhelming which is great. I give the shrimp 4 stars but the rice was a little hard, not sure but they may have given me the bottom of the rice pan. Some folks like that - I don't.
(3)Jenna C.
Ooooooooh Coconut Shrimp! Yuuuuuuum Spicy Garlic Shrimp! You gotta stop here either before or after going up to Waimea Canyon. It's right at the base of the canyon and will most likely be crowded. The food portions are pretty large and some say 2 people could share a plate, but...when it's this good you just don't share! Coconut shrimp is my favorite but the spicy garlic is pretty much tied. There is so much spice in each bite and all that garlicy flavor is soaked up into the rice below. My mouth is watering just remembering my EXPERIENCE!
(5)Jasmine W.
I don't even really like shrimp all that much but the coconut shrimp here is to die for!!! A must stop in Waimea!!
(5)Celeste T.
Good shrimp, though if you're not in the mood for it, meh. The picnic tables fill up fast, and there was a line when I was here - you can tell this place is popular!
(3)Kristoffer P.
mmm mmm good. Came here the other day and ordered 3 dishes; the coconut shrimp, sweet n sour shrimp and garlic shrimp. all were delicious and each came with about 6-7 shrimps each served with rice(coconut shrimp with fries). each dish was about $12-14 each. The staff was very friendly. Coming from the mainland, there are other places that I can think of that could compare to this place, but with it being on the island of Kauai, it's the best your going to get! I would of given this place 5 stars, but when I was leaving, I noticed the delivery truck delivering their frozen shrimp; (i assumed it was local fresh shrimp) Nonetheless it was still good and would come back if im on the island!
(4)Scott E.
I had the shrimp taco. For $12 I would have expected some shrimp. It was all rice and shredded lettuce. I think there were some small shrimp chunks hidden behind some do the rice grains but it was hard to tell. I would pass on this place.
(2)Nash N.
Cajun shrimp with rice is too much. It's the best shrimp in Hawaii. Stamped.
(5)Idena S.
I only gave it three stars because I get really excited for healthier fare. I ordered shrimp tacos, which were only ok. The shrimp was chopped and I would have preferred whole shrimp. The tacos were made with flour tortillas and I would liked whole wheat or corn tortillas. The Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp my friend ordered looked terrific, although the shrimp were served un-peeled and he had to use his fingers to peel the shrimp in a rather saucy meal. This is typical for Hawaiian roadside eateries. That said, I love eating at the casual, outdoor eateries in HI, especially the fresh food from the trucks alongside the road. Shrimp Station was a pleasure.
(3)Calvin S.
I will start by saying this review is for the Shrimp Station in Kapaa. We went to Kauai for a week and luckily we found this place on our second day. The shrimp is excellent, I recommend the Thai Shrimp if you like spicy or the beer battered shrimp if you don't appreciate some heat. The prices are great at $12 an order and the place is open past 8 pm, which typically isn't the case in Kauai. If I lived in Kauai, Shrimp Station would become a staple of my diet. Eat, drink and enjoy!
(5)Tina P.
Not as good as Savage Shrimp. But also worth a visit and an easy/inexpensive (compared to other restaurant prices...) spot for lunch.
(3)Steven T.
Awesome sweet chilli shrimp and I ask extra spicy and it was HOT Love it
(4)Michael M.
Good shrimp. Quick even at lunch rush. Peel and eat was great. Beer batter also. Gave it 4 stars because of the dirty tables but food was good.
(4)John F.
Yummy Kauai Shrimp, casual atmosphere, affordable prices!! There are a couple of Shrimp Stations on Kauai, but we happened to go to the one near Waimea. Ordered the Thai Shrimp and a Sweet Chili Garlic and both were excellent! Highly recommending this place if you love shrimp!
(4)Dennis P.
My abortive food on the entire Islam of Kauai and that's saying a lot since there's so much good food and you really can't go wrong. Cajun shrimp is a must! We also ordered the Thai shrimp which was good but Cajun was much better!!!
(5)patty k.
Key points about this place: FRESH succulent shrimp: check garlic: check butter: check more garlic: check friendly locals: check great prices: check trough to wash your now garlic-y hands: check On our way up to hike the Waimea Canyon area, I forced my bf to check out this place that I yelped using my handy-dandy yelp app. It was a little hard to find -- we actually drove by it and had to bust a U-turn -- and parked illegally in front of the church/school and walked across the street. I ordered the Thai shrimp with rice, since the entire time on the island I was craving something super spicy -- after all I AM from Texas and I'm Korean after all. I was missing some spice in my life. (I did see that they had cajun shrimp on the menu -- but when you live in TX -- what people consider cajun who don't live near Louisiana is not cajun. Trust me.) J ordered the coconut shrimp -- because you have to apparently. After only a few minutes of waiting, a hot delicious mess of shrimp with huge chunks of crushed garlic, BUTTER, red peppers, ambiguous spices, couple of scoops of perfectly steamed rice appeared... and that's all I remember, b/c my mouth was slightly on fire... but a good kind of fire.... a buttery fire of GOODNESS. DUN DUN DUN! The shrimp itself were decent in size, fresh, and stewed in their butter-garlic sauce. I even ate the shell that was soft from soaking up all the spices. I didn't want to waste time peeling when I could be shoveling more shrimp and rice into my mouth. haha The coconut shrimp were piping hot -- decent size -- and the coconut batter tasted fresh, crispy, and sweet. It came with some sort of dipping sauce, but they were great without it also. All of this for about $10 a plate. You can't beat that. I think next time (if I'm lucky enough to visit Kauai again) I'll probably get it to go and take it to the beach and gorge while watching the sunset. haha.
(5)Alan A.
My fiance an I ordered the garlic shrimp plate. We went through four dishes by the time we got out of there. This was the best tasting shimp hands down. On our next trip to Kauai, we will definitely be back for another meal!
(5)Nancy P.
Shrimp Tacos are ok, Cajun shrimp is sooooo good, Thai shrimp is a good choice is you don't like very spicy food, Coconut shrimp is awesome, could go cruncher. The other side of Shrimp Station is Island Taco, theirs tacos are very tasty too. We love both of them in one location.
(4)Paul H.
Kinda divey looking when you first get there, but the shrimp is really tasty. Coconut shrimp and the mango tartar sauce were both really good. Shrimp was meaty, and not greasy at all. Fries were pretty typical. I think that we each got about a dozen shrimp, which we ate ALL of! The person next to me got the shrimp burrito, which was huge...and seemed to be enjoying it. A fun stop on the way back from Waimea Canyon.
(4)Monica M.
My mom, fiance, and I were day tripping our way through Kauai and suddenly became hungry for something snackish yet substantial. We landed at Shrimp Station and all but gorged ourselves on the awesome fish and shrimp offerings. We each ordered an item and shared among ourselves: shrimp tacos, thai shrimp, and beer battered shrimp. All were amazing, filling, and flavorful. I highly recommend. What I loved was the character and casualness of the trough to wash your hands..and rinse your face...yes, it can get that messy. All worth it!
(5)Jim F.
Yummy shrimp in paradise. What's not to like! Loved the thai basil.
(4)Kimberly P.
Delicious! We really enjoyed this place. Super casual (picnic benches out front) and not particulary cheap, but overall delicious. I had: Got Garlic Shrimp (it came with rice). It was tasty. The shrimp was very good quality and the sauce was as garlicky as advertised. The shells are on so you will get messy, but there are plenty of paper towels and even an area to hose yourself off at, so don't worry about it. I really enjoyed this dish, but it felt like it was missing something. I will try something else next time we are in Kauai. He had: Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp. It was the exact same dish as mine with a little bit of sweet chili sauce in it which was the exact kick that mine needed. I wished I had ordered his lunch! We love little places like this and had heard great reviews. I would recommend stopping by for some really enjoyable bites!
(4)Manda S.
I will name my firstborn after Shrimp Station. Ok, scratch that. But seriously, I love this place! Simple atmosphere - order at the counter, sit on a picnic table. The coconut shrimp (fried) and the sweet chili garlic shrimp (peel and eat) are THE BEST. If you get the sweet chili garlic shrimp, be sure to get fries so you can sop up the amazing juices. Finish up with dessert at JoJo's and you have had a perfect summer meal!
(5)Anna W.
We ate here 3 times while on the island and if it was up to my husband we would have eaten here more. The Got Garlic is the best! It is a hole in the wall and no indoor seating but personally that is one of the things I like about it. Sometimes we just want a simple but good plate of food. They don't shell the shrimp for you so it is quite messy but the sauce, OMG the sauce! We got the red potatoes with ours and we could have eaten a plate of the potatoes smothered in the sauce! It is worth the place to go when going out to the canyon.
(4)Crisnha E.
This was the first place we went to eat when we landed. We couldn't find it at first but we just called the place and they gave up good directions. They are across from Chevron. Their prices weren't bad and it was filling. We tried the garlic shrimp, sweet chilli shrimp and the coconut shrimp. For fast good eats, shrimp station is the place to go. They have 2 locations one is in Waimea and one is in Kapaa.
(4)Hank C.
This reminds me of the Bubba Shrimp. Right off to the side of the road in Kauai, we stopped by to grab a quick lunch. Tables outside covered and uncovered, we smelt the coconut shrimp and decided that would be good, as well as the spicy Thai shrimp. Decently fried shrimp, and the fries were in the same oil as the shrimp was, giving them a rather interesting taste. Get ready to eat quickly, as they get cold, they're less good - but at least the shrimp size and quantity wasn't bad for the island, and it was fresh. Bathroom around the back was simple and somewhat dirty. Napkins here are the cheap kind... not really effective with the cleaning hands and fingers. Felt touristy, not really where the locals eat.
(2)Maggie C.
Our friend who lives at Hawaii told us this was the place to go for shrimp so we went for it. My initial impression wasn't all that great, it looked like a small shack with out door seating but there were alot of people there (which to me is a good sign.) I had the beer battered shrimp and let me tell you that it was AMAZING! My boyfriend had the coconut shrimp which was delicious as well. Over all it was a very pleasant experience, pricey but very pleasant.
(3)Samantha J.
I ate here twice during my stay in Kauai... yes, the place is a chain, but the coconut shrimp plate is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!! I don't know what kind shrimp cocktail sauce they used, but it was delicious!!!!
(5)Kari P.
Good food, shrimp is frozen so it will not taste like fresh, off the boat shrimp. Was a nice quick lunch stop, wouldn't go out of my way to eat there again.
(3)Laurie S.
Coconut shrimp is amazing!! Ten shrimp for $12 with a lot of fries. I wanted to go back but we ran out of time. My BF ordered the tacos and was a bit dissapointed. It was a little spicey and the shrimp was diced and mixed in a sauce. We thought the tacos were going to contain whole shrimp. This is the perfect stop after going up to Waimea Canyon. The employees were very nice and the food came out fast and hot. The best deal on Kauai!
(4)Irina N.
So Tasty! I ordered the garlic shrimp and it was amazing. Could have eaten a double entry. You have to try it!
(5)Matt K.
Sweet chili garlic shrimp and spicy Thai shrimp for the win. Whether going to or coming from Waimea Canyon, consider this tasty roadside treat. You have to peel these bad boys yourself, but they are already conveniently cut to make it easier. If you're not a fan of peelin', there are fried shrimp flavors too (coconut fried shrimp seemed to be a hit while I was there). Highly recommend!
(4)Ryan J.
Very solid cocount shrimp at a price that is ok, relative to everything else on the island. The sauce was unique, almost like something you'd have on a gyro, but it worked.
(4)Amanda Z.
After all the hype, I wasn't that impressed w/Shrimp Station. I had a couple of the coconut shrimp...it was okay, but not fantastic. Dipping sauce was pretty bland, the french fries were good (but seriously, can't you really screw up french fries?). If you are kamaaina you can get a free drink w/purchase of a meal.
(3)LL C.
had the coconut shrimp for 12 dollars (10 shrimp)....definitely pricey the shrimp was good, but not really what i expected, maybe i ordered the wrong thing...im more use to shrimp plates like what macky's (on oahu) does,,,great marinade, and not fried..but their papaya dipping was great they serve shrimp on a bed of fries, the fries were not good....
(3)Belle C.
Pricey for the quality of shrimp you get, in my opinion, of course. In Kauai, this might be a good local joint but because I had shrimp from shrimp trucks in Oahu, I can only give it 3 stars. We had coconut shrimp(great) and garlic butter shrimp(a-ok) plate. If it was $10/plate... I would have given an extra star.
(3)Steve O.
This place is awesome (well the food anyway). Yeah it's a dumpy shack but the food is soooo good. Fried shrimp A+. Plentiful and large. Shrimp tacos, enough to feed 2. The kid gave a thumbs up to the garlic shrimp. The damage? Cheaper than the shrimp trucks in Oahu and mo' betta' in my opinion. Next trip to Kauai, I'm back again for sure!
(5)David M.
This is yummy shrimp. Their ads say it's the best coconut shrimp on the planet. I don't know that I'd agree, but it's pretty good. I can't give it a fifth star, in part because they're using medium/large shrimp instead of jumbo shrimp. The coconut shrimp is good. The ginger-papaya dipping sauce is OK but isn't a memorable standout. The Cajun shrimp is mild and flavorful. The sweet chile/garlic shrimp is the clear winner on the menu, in our opinion. The rice had probably been sitting in a cooker for a few hours, but when stirred up with some sauce, it's as good as if it had just been cooked. Aside from that, it's about par for the course for shrimp "truck" dining. You eat on patio furniture/picnic tables by the side of the road. Fortunately, the obligatory hand-washing sink is present, because you're going to get your hands messy! We're probably not going that way again on this trip, but we're going over by Kapaa in a few days, so we'll probably go to the other location then.
(4)Elizabeth K.
I had heard that the Shrimp Station was one of the best places to eat on Kauai. I was excited to stop in. I had the coconut shrimp and my wife had the garlic shrimp. It is definitely a better idea to eat at the Shrimp Station than to take the food to go. This is a hands-on eating experience, so grab yourself a seat at one of their picnic tables and enjoy. The menu items and experience is not fancy, but it is tasty. I don't think though that it measured up to "best" place to eat on Kauai. I kind of wish they had some more grilled shrimp options. Everything was a bit grease and oil leaden, but if you are ordering fried, that can be expected. All in all, an ok experience.
(3)Mark M.
Fried on fried on friend food. The shrimp was fresh fresh fresh. We had beer battered shrimp and garlic sauteed shrimp. We both got LOADS of shrimp. The beer battered was, okay. The garlic sauteed was, okay. The fries that came were not as hot and crispy as I like. Nice place...
(3)Karen L.
So many to choose from...how does one decide?!? Good thing I picked one that was oh so yummy...mmmmm Sweet Chili Garlic, it tasted better than the hubby's Cajun! Sweet and tangy just the way I like it, not too shabby for $12...lots of shrimp and rice! The Cajun was good but not spicy enough, I heard the Thai is pretty spicy so next time we're back we'll definitely hit up this place again. Good eats.
(4)Pink P.
We had ordered the Shrimp tacos, Thai shirmps and sweet garlic shrimps. The Thai shrimps were the best of the 3 and spicy! The Shrimp tacos were a little spicy but good and huge. Just down the street from Jo Jo's.
(4)Renee W.
We had stopped at the Shrimp Station 5 years ago on way back from Waimea Canyon and made it another must coming back from Polihale State Beach this time around. Another batch of coconut shrimp and also tried the sweet chili. YUMMY. The only drawback from the sweet chili was that it was in sauce, not peeled and quite messy. But the taste and a wad of napkins took care of that! Outdoor seating was also packed so we shared a picnic table with 2 other couples. Service was very friendly as usual and $12 for shrimp and fries - so worth it! Bottom line: GO.
(5)Joyce L.
Its a fun place to eat... a little shack like on the side of a highway. Comfortable park bench/ picnic table type set up undercover, and a counter that only lifts their fly screen when you're ready to order... or when your food is ready. Here is a place that pays tribute to simple, not fancy food. Shrimp Station does only one thing - sell shrimp. In different sauces and preparations of course. If anything, it is one of the better take out meals I've had on this island. We had the Thai shrimp (which was more a sweet tangy salsa than a Thai sauce... but since when can sweet tangy combination go wrong?), and the beer battered. Sadly they ran out of rice for the Thai when we visited at 3p... less half star. I weren't too keen on the beer battered as the coating was too thick (but then I have not eaten anywhere in the US who does a proper beer batter)... but the Thai dish was lovely. I hear the coconut shrimp is their speciality but since I don't like coconut (yes... you can gasp and ask why am I even on Hawaii) we did not order it. This is a great stop after hiking at Waimea Canyon. Or just a great place to eat if you happen to be on west Kauai :) Not good if you have shellfish allergies.
(4)Sarah K.
For how expensive this island is, this was a great, affordable meal in a cute neighborhood. The coconut shrimp was delicious. Plus points for being so close to Jo Jo's Shake Shack.
(5)Bill K.
Friendly service and decent shrimp. We tried the sweet chili and garlic butter shrimp. They were both tasty but not out of this world. Each dish was $12, which was a little high. However, the long line up of mostly tourists suggests they are doing something right.
(3)Andrew W.
We heard about this place via a island of Kauai guidebook. I was happy to stumble upon it! The menu is simple with about 7 main items to choose from. This provides a good enough variety while making it not too hard to choose from. We ordered 4 different dishes so we could try each one. I personally ordered the coconut shrimp and I thought it was the best of all of them. Everything about it was a great taste except I would prefer a different dipping sauce than what came with it. The shrimp itself had a great slightly muted coconut flavor and an excellent crisp to it. This comes with fries that are just OK and were not very hot. I tried some of the other shrimp selection and the majority of them are "Peel and Eat" so get ready to be a little messy. This place is between $10-$12 for their entrees and for how fresh and good it is I give it my approval. If I happen to be in Kauai again I would stop by for some more coconut shrimp!
(4)Curtis C.
This place is awesome. Went here many times over the course of a few days and tried most of the menu. The best item is the Fish Tacos plate. Second place is the coconut shrimp (and I usually don't like coconut shrimp). Enjoy!
(5)Shelly N.
We stopped at the one in Kapaa. Talk about a pleasant surprise!! Shrimp! Shrimp! And, more Shrimp! They had fish & chips too, but shrimp prepared in like a bazillion different way!! We were not disappointed. So good! And, supercute green color building!! Can't wait to go back! I'd like for one of these to be on Maui!!
(5)Randy G.
Nothing beats this. Fresh shrimp, soaked in butter based sauces, included with red potatoes that suck up the sauce? How about fresh, huge coconut shrimp? Oh man. I could die right after eating here, and I'd be fine. You get to sit outside, enjoy the beautiful Waimea weather. Perfect. Do yourself a favor. Scroll down, look at the photos, and start drooling.
(5)Aaron B.
My hands down favorite are the Shrimp Burgers and Coconut Shrimp. The tacos were far to spicy for the general public... especially kids. It was very authentic and should appreciated for what it is... a family owned greasy island dive with a really great shrimp burger.
(3)Daniel H.
Very simply... Great shrimp but horrible customer service. The two guys working were quite content to keep talking instead of taking our order.
(3)Benjamin E.
Not sure what all the fuss us about. Had the Coconut Shrimp - NOT the "world's best." Also had the Garlic Shrimp- too creamy, not garlicky enough. The Beer Battered Shrimp was good- be sure to buy a cocktail sauce for them if you like cocktail sauce. The sauce is good. The Sweet Chili was just ok. All the peel-n-eat shrimp tastes like sauce is poured on. One good thing to mention is you can buy beer at the store around the corner and drink it there while you eat your shrimp on the picnic tables. Overall, a good place but I don't know what all the hype and 5 star ratings are about.
(3)Doyer Y.
I've been there a few times, with about 10 people. Not a single person thought is was decent.
(1)Jami F.
Okay, so this place may not be eye candy. It's a little yellow hut surrounded by picnic tables...but the food is awesome and the shrimp is super fresh! This is one of our fav places in Kauai. We always leave the Shrimp Station stuffed and happy and with no complaints as of yet. We've tried the garlic shrimp, beer-battered shrimp, coconut shrimp, and our new favorite - sweet chilli garlic. The beer battered shrimp was good, but nothing special. It didn't make our "must order" list this last time we ate there. The coconut shrimp, garlic, and sweet chilli garlic were awesome! Typically the non-deep fried shrimp are "peel n' eat" so be ready to get your fingers a bit messy...but it's sooo worth it.
(4)Amy B.
One of my favorite places on Oahu is Fumi's Shrimp truck, although I'll take any shrimp truck. OK, I'll take almost any food truck! We were super excited to find out about the Shrimp Station, a roadside shack specializing in shrimp. We both ordered the shrimp tacos, which had a little bit of a kick, but were aa-may-zzzzing! Now I can dream about my shrimp experiences on both Oahu AND Kaua'i!
(5)San Diego R.
Go to this one only, not the one on the other side of the island. this one is much more of a hole in the wall which is great! get the garlic shrimp and enjoy! best thing ever!!!
(5)Carolyn J.
Rating: 3.5 Yummy spot after coming back from Waimea Canyon. Easy parking. Outdoor seating. I ordered the cajun shrimp (peel & eat). Loved the sauce. Fam ordered shrimp tacos (spicy!...well for me), beer battered shrimp +fries, and the shrimp burger +fries. good value, considering its seafood. they have restrooms and hand washing stations to get the shrimp juices off your fingers after you're done eating. beware of wild chickens and little birdies who want a piece. who knew they were seafood lovers?!
(3)James Y.
Good place to stop and eat after Waimea Canyon. right on the road to/from the canyon. The thai shrimp shrimp was very, very tasty but make sure to get the rice with it. The gf had the coconut shrimp and it was good but didn't have all that much coconut taste.
(4)Armi S.
Really, really great shrimp. I had the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice and it was delicious. Not spicy at all for my taste bud anyway. Hubby had the coconut shrimp with fries and they were good too. Not greasy and the shrimp were large. They give you 10 large shrimp which is ample for lunch. If you're in the area, give it a try.
(4)Heather D.
I know it's been said before... This place is legendary... It's truly the best damn coconut shrimp I've ever sunk my teeth into! The ginger sauce is absolutely yum, and it tastes good with french fries as well. Their fries were also yummy; the long, skinny kind. Husband ordered the shrimp tacos and was extremely satisfied. I wish there was one in Arizona. So unassuming. So affordable. So damn delicious!
(5)Cheryl O.
I am addicted. Best coconut shrimp I've ever had. I unashamedly could have eaten two plates (I LOVE shrimp!), but restrained myself. I think we paid $11 for a plate with fries and a dozen shrimp, then another $1 for a soda. I wish we would have made time to go back while we were on Kauai. Next time, we will definitely go more than once!
(5)Susan S.
Unbelievable. The best shrimp I've had. It is a must when in Kauai.
(5)Su-Lynn T.
Portions are very large at this take out cafe on the side of the road in Waimea. I got the spicy shrimp with garlic. I coudln't decided between regular garlic and the spicy thai sauce and they told me I could get a blend of both, so why not? The spicy style wasn't really like the buffalo sauce that is on most shrimp truck plates, but it has more of a tomato-based salsa and basil based sauce which was quite good. It's definitely spicy! Hubs got the shrimp tacos, served with sauteed shrimp. The tacos were huge! Great place to stop if you like shrimp and are driving on the south/west areas of Kauai. My spicy shrimp were peel and eat style, which I like so it worked well for me!
(4)water b.
If you don't care about the ambience, this is your place to be!! Excellent food! Try the Sweet Chilli shrimp. It's waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too tempting! :)
(5)Bob K.
Stopped in for lunch. Funky little stand. We ordered beer batter shrimp, garlic shrimp, Cajun shrimp, and fried Tofu. All were good and portions generous. Recommend the garlic shrimp!
(4)Cheri R.
Honestly, I thought the main shrimp items on the menu (cajun shrimp, thai shrimp, beer-battered shrimp, and coconut shrimp) were decent, but nothing to rave about. Out of those items, I dug the coconut ones the most. However, those shrimp tacos are effen amazing. What a perfect snack to devour as you're sunbathing on the beach after a swim in the ocean.
(4)Danielle P.
Like many people before us, we stopped here for a meal full of shrimp after our trek up Waimea Canyon. Unfortunately, our experience wasn't as awesome as everyone else's. The coconut shrimp looks better than it tasted - the batter was flat and consisted only of a hint of unsweetened coconut flavor. Basically, we've had better. The beer-battered shrimp had way too much breading and was also not crispy enough. I actually fully enjoyed the shrimp tacos. As noted by other reviewers, the tacos were HUGE and quite savory. However, the salsa was awful - it was completely bland and tasted as if it came from a can. The Thai shrimp with the two scoops of rice was the best item. So full of flavor and spicy! I'd come back just for this dish. Each dish cost roughly $12. For Kauai/Hawaii, that's pretty standard. Oh, and for the items with fries, for that price, they were skimpy on the fries.
(3)Carrie D.
Fresh and great flavors for the garlic chili shrimp. The sauce was delicious, especially with the rice. The coconut shrimp are OK. I've had better. Not cheap by any means, but I'd do it again.
(4)Amy K.
OVERALL:3.6 FOOD:4.5 SERVICE:3.5 AMBIANCE:3.5 VALUE:3 Coulda been the 3-day Clif bar & unfiltered water diet I'd just endured, but these scrimps woulda done Pvt. Benjamin Buford 'Bubba' Blue proud--YUM. Even if they did come out of the freezer in back, even if they cost $12 (for 10 juicy ones), even if there's no A/C and mucked up picnic tables to fight over....still good! SHRIMP TACOS (winner!) 2 flour tortillas+shredded cabbage+salsa+thin homemade chips+juicy sauteed shrimp. COCONUT SHRIMP Hot, crispy, fragrant, subtly sweet shrimp+memorable ginger papaya dip+golden fries.
(4)Louis R.
A. Killer eats B. I'm there as often as I can, being from Jer-Z C. Garlic Shrimp and rice are staples in my diet D. I eat a garlic shrimp plate there, then take an additional plate to eat at Waimea, then on the way back to Princeville, I stop for another plate...bust that E. I rep the hungry mainland northeasterners well I will forever hit up this gem.
(5)Stan W.
To be fair, I didn't get the peel 'n eat shrimp because I didn't want to make a mess of myself (and it did look really messy). So I don't know if I can't give a completely fair review. The fried coconut shrimp and shrimp burger were not great - a bit on the fishy side which was surprisingly the only time I experienced any trace of fishiness in any of the meals I'd eaten on the island the whole week. The coconut shrimp was greasy and mostly batter. Try Island Taco across the street.
(2)Heather W.
I was concerned when we were told about this place becuase I'm not really a shrimp person. We were on vacation and I figured I try something new so I got the beer-battered shrimp and it was good, kinda sweet. Not the best but still delicious. There was plenty for me to eat and share with the family. The best part is the dipping sauce! Oh my!! It's a ginger-papaya sauce and it's the best seafood sauce I've ever had. BUT Hubby got the shrimp taco and I got a bite....oh my! They were fantastic!! Amazing!! I would fly back right now just for those taco's. It's definitely a fun place to go, you order from the shrimp stand and the seating is all outdoors (some covered, some not). And they had a variety of table sizes which was good because we were a party of 7. We sat at a large picnic table that seated us well and still allowed for conversation and food sharing. However, for you non-shrimp people the only other option I remember seeing on the menu was a hot dog. Oh but try the tacos!! You'll be converted.
(4)Alex B.
My shrimp tacos were not that good, my wifes cajun shrimp was much better and the rice was good too, but with all the good reviews I felt that someone had to say its really nothing special... sorry but I don't think this place is anything to get too crazy about. I have had much better in similar joints...
(3)Jennifer D.
My husband and I stumbled across this little 'diamond in the rough' during our honeymoon in '08. I had the 'Got Garlic' plate which is huge tiger shrimp drenched in garlic and butter. To top it off you get a good portion of rice to go with and that too is drenched in garlic and butter! It's a 30min drive from where we stayed (Poipu) and we ate here 3x during our stay. For anyone that is planning on visiting the beautiful island of Kauai, I highly recommend coming here for a bite to eat! You won't be disappointed!
(5)Tee D.
After hiking three hours in Waimea Canyon, the guy and I were famished. On our way back to our hotel, we drove past The Shrimp Station, a food stand on the side of the road. We looked at each other, and decided, what the hell, let's give it a try. Oh damn. This place was fantanstic. The shrimp were succulent, fresh, and freaking delicious. The guy says this was his favorite meal during or stay on Kauai. He's pretty spot on. We ordered the garlic shrimp and the shrimp tacos. The garlic shrimp may be the best shrimp I've had in my life, and the side of sweet, sticky rice that comes with it is amazing. The shrimp tacos are a bit spicy, but nothing we couldn't handle. And surprisingly enough, the chips and salsa that came with the tacos exceeded my expectations. This should definitely be a definite stop for you - especially if you're on your way to/from Waimea Canyon.
(5)Kristin P.
Cool roadside joint. One of the only places seemingly opened on a Sunday, which is when we stopped. The shrimp tacos are massive (two take up an entire plate). The shrimp is chopped and marinated in a chili sauce that's not too spicy. Sure to please most. Good prices, tasty food, no-hassle.
(4)David R.
Hard to decide between 3 and 4 stars. Kind of a "fast food" experience, but the food was better than that. Yet, not quite up to sit down restaurant food. I had the fried shrimp which was well cooked, not overdone, but it did have just a bit more batter than I would prefer. My wife had the Thai shrimp, and she thoroughly enjoyed it. All in all, if you are in the area and looking for a good, quick lunch, this place is worth the stop.
(3)Jodi S.
After hiking around Wiamea Canyon (or at least driving the 18 miles to the end of its road), lunch was in order and what better than a basket of delicious shrimp? This place literally is just a station, or stand, off of Hwy 50. As you can tell from some of the pictures, it's a bright yellow building with outdoor (but covered) picnic seating. There is a gravel parking lot on the east side of the building, if I have my directions right. There were four of us for lunch, so we ordered a basket of Coconut, Thai, and Beer Battered shrimp. I would have to say that are were amazing, but I especially enjoyed the Coconut and Beer Battered shrimp. The batters were fluffy and perfectly golden brown, the shrimp fresh and tender. Washed down with a Guava drink, it was the perfect island lunch treat.
(5)Liz W.
Coconut Shrimp was good - but almost too sweet! The shrimp tacos should have been labeled as Shrimp Salad Taco - while tasty - would have been better if it were 3 whole shrimp with sauce ladled on top. Wouldn't stop there again quite honestly.
(3)Nick B.
This is the kauai equivalent of a chicago hot dog stand or a maine lobster shack. So youre not coming here for ambiance your coming here for food. The coconut shrimp here are very very good (better than at savage shrimp in poipu) but the garlic shrimp are not as good as those at savage shrimp. The price is right for what you get. Good value and good eats. Service was adequate and friendly.
(4)Marlin B.
OH yeah--this place rocks!! Best coconut shrimp ever!! The Garlic shrimp is great as well. Hint--order the garlic shrimp with the cooked potatoes instead of the french fries. They taste amazing!!!! Shrimp Station is a perfect stop after Catamaraning or going up to Waimea Canyon.
(5)D S.
Not impressed. If you don't like getting the shell on your shrimp too....this is not your place. Over-priced and not too creative of a menu.
(2)Anelya S.
Shrimp station was the great lunch spot for us on the way back from Waimea canyon. We got the spicy Thai shrimp -- 3 orders! Cajun Shrimp -- twice. Coconut once. And Sweet Chili one portion as well So we split all of it between 4 hungry ppl, and skipped on dinner that day, but it was soooo good. I loved the Cajun and Thai shrimp the most.
(5)Nicole G.
The boy and I hit this up for a late lunch after coming back from a death march hike on the other side of the island. Now I don't know if I was just delirious with hunger and fatigue, but those coconut shrimp were super tasty. Breaded, deep fried and coated with a delectable coconut crust I couldn't ask for more. We also got an order of the garlic shrimp, which came soaked in a wonderful spicy, sweet garlic sauce. The portions were large, the people were friendly and the food was great. The prices were a little more expensive than usual, but you have to remember, you're on an island and they're going to be. Definitely a must see if you're ever on this side of the island.
(4)Michael M.
Others have said it. Great place to stop and eat lunch after seeing Wiamea Canyon. I need to eat gluten free. They were extremely busy when we stopped but were willing to take the time to tell me what had gluten and what didn't. I wanted the sweet chile shrimp but was told it had some wheat in the sauce. They steered me to the spicy Thai and I wasn't disappointed.
(5)Hòa P.
The Shrimp Station is a great place to grab a tasty bite on the SW side of Kauai. We hit it up after doing an early day hike of the Waimea Canyon. If you don't like shrimp then obviously go somewhere else, but if you do then I definitely recommend this place. Of what we ordered, my fave was the shrimp taco which had great flavor and a subtle kick. The beer battered shrimp were really good too...I could have easily eaten three plates of those if I was in front of a TV =). We also tried the spicy Thai shrimp which was yummy, but not as good as the other two items. I definitely plan on trying the rest of the menu when I come back. As for the service, it was great and the prices were on par with what you'd expect to pay on the islands. I liked everything about this place...everything except for the annoying stereotypical haole tourists...ugggh, go away you complaining sunburned slobs.
(4)David E.
Awesome coconut shrimp and shrimp tacos...the place is a hole in the wall but don't let the looks fool you...this is a must when in Kauai
(4)LookingAtCars L.
Coconut and sweet chile shrimp were excellent. Quick service, people there were friendly. Don't feed the scavenging birds. Don't let them see your food. Don't even THINK about food while they're around. You'll only provoke them into moving closer and closer until they devour your food while staring at you with their soulless eyes, taunting you like a gradeschool bully, waiting for you to muster up the courage to do something about it.
(4)Wendy T.
Better than three stars but maybe not quite four - in the spirit of aloha, i rounded up. This was recommended to us by a resident of Waimea and it was a tasty stop. I had shrimp tacos; maybe a little pricey but then again, for Kauai, probably not. Definitely plenty to eat for the price and they were indeed delish. My husband had Thai shrimp; also tasty. This was a great little stop after four hours at the beach/surfing. Fast, convenient and tasty.
(4)Angela L.
We were hungry after exploring Waimea Valley. Turned to my trusty Yelp & found this place. Hubby & I shared a plate of battered shrimp & one with wine sauce. Again, like all the other foods I've had thus far on the island, it was salty, but it was GOOD!! The batter was crispy, not soggy. The wine sauce was delicious. I recommend this place. Oh, don't pay attention to the hours of operation posted on Yelp. When I looked the place up, it indicated that the place is closed. Thankfully we drove by anyways and it was open. Yeah for us.
(3)Matt P.
As other reviewers have noted, this is basically a permanent road-side stand. Even though you order at a window and get served on paper plates, the food is quite yummy. We shared the coconut shrimp and the sweet chili shrimp. It was a good variety so we didn't overdose on fried food. Both plates exceeded expectations and we left quite happy. Neither of our dishes were overcooked at all. The prices feel high for a plate of shrimp at a road-side stand, but remember you are in Kauai where all the food is a bit more expensive. And you are eating shrimp. And it's yummy. We stopped here on the way to Waimea Canyon based on other Yelp reviews. It is easy to miss when you are driving in unfamiliar territory, so keep your eyes open. It's on the left if you are going into Waimea, on the right if you are coming out.
(4)San X.
Be warned, this garlic shrimp is nothing like the shrimp trucks in Honolulu (after eating shrimp in Maui&Kauai still nothing compares to Giovanni's). The garlic shrimp here at Shrimp Station is in some buttery garlic cream sauce, it was ok but it lacked some flavor & unfortunately that flavor is garlic. However, the fried coconut shrimp is really good. I would still come here & get the coconut shrimp.
(3)E D.
Had the coconut shrimp based on reviews and their claim that it's the best in the world. Wouldn't say it's the best in the world, but it was pretty good. Fries are great too. We had just come down from a spontaneous hike in waimea canyon and probably would have eaten anything, we were so tired and hungry. But this place was popular, seemed clean and hit the spot.
(4)Chris C.
Awesome food! The shrimp here are huge! And you get 10 shrimp and a side of fries for $10 (be sure to bring the dollar off coupon). The staff were very helpful. You must try either the Beer Battered Shrimp or the Coconut Shrimp. A must stop after the Waimea Canyon! Cheers!
(5)Jeff S.
Fantastic roadside food. Ate here 2-3 times while visiting the island a few years ago. Coconut prawns, I miss you dearly!
(4)Neil E.
Yeah, this is the place to come for shrimp. We ate here twice this week since it's so good :) The sweet chili garlic shrimp are where it's at. For $12 you get a pile of peel-and-eat shrimp in the most delicious shrimp sauce on the planet. You'll burn the heck out of your fingers peeling them, but who cares, they are soooooooo tasty. We prefer the shrimp with potatoes instead of rice (the rice is kind of gummy). We also tried the coconut shrimp. Also tasty. But we prefer the sweet chili garlic shrimp :) Don't forget to wash them down with a shave ice from the *good* JoJo's just around the corner. Oh, and there's a hand washing sink and soap just to the right of the shrimp station for you to wash up after getting shrimpy goodness all over your mittens.
(5)Meg M.
oh my goodness...... where to start? Food (5 stars): -- shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp. . . . Coconut shrimp is awesome! they have Thai shrimp, cajun shrimp, sweet chili garlic shrimp, garlic shrimp, beer battered shrimp..... . . I sound like Bubba from Forrest Gump. -- I feel the best was both the Coconut and sweet chili garlic shrimp. . . . -- Went there twice in a few days it was so good! Service (5 stars): -- as good as you can get for a shrimp "Stand".. . just order and pick up your food and find a place to sit and enjoy! HK's Advice: -- come here on repeat basis on your visit! you wont regret it! (maybe your stomach will)
(5)Sohayl H.
Coconut shrimp here is a must!
(5)Jessica Y.
Amazing shrimp dishes - if you are looking for something other than shrimp don't come. The peel and eat shrimp better than the fried shrimp. Bring hand wipes for when you are done.
(4)Josh L.
If you are in Kauai and traveling to the southern part, you MUST go here if you like Shrimp. This is the best shrimp place I've ever been at. It's a small shed that puts out amazing dishes. Coconut Shrimp which all the tourists eat is good. The prawns are huge, they give you about 12. I didn't try the beer battered shrimp, because you can get that almost anywhere. The shrimp sandwich was very good. The dish to get in my opinion is the Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp. This stuff is so addicting. It's sauteed prawns in this sauce with white whine, garlic, and asian chili sauce which is sweet and spicy. They put it over white rice, you can just eat rice with the sauce alone. I could eat here everyday because I love prawns.
(5)Brandon G.
Decent. Coconut shrimp were great but nothing to write home about. Thai shrimp were good and spicy, but really just tasted like someone cooked them in salsa. Mexican shrimp maybe? We had a coupon for free drinks and got served about 8 min before closing. Liked the campy feel and handwashing station. We would return here again after visiting Waimea canyon.
(3)Terry W.
This may have been the best meal of the trip. In fact, the two top meals were at "stands". The Shrimp Station cranks out some of the freshest, perfectly cooked shrimp with fabulous flavor options-all good. It's roadside informal, but a decent roof over our head while it poured down rain. The owner (?) took time to chat with us and was so friendly. I'd be happy, too, if I lived here and turned out such fantastic food.
(5)Ralph F.
Was ready tho eat here before we even got to Kauai. Stopped to eat there on our way back from Waimea Canyon. Over the top as far as the shrimp went. Shrimp and fries. Fantastic!
(5)susan s.
We had high expectations due to a friend's recommendation -however lunch here was a disappointment. Trader Joe's coconut shrimp is way less greasy and less expensive! The spicy shrimp taco was good but not worth the 45min drive to get here....
(2)Jef C.
Had the shrimp burger and sweet chili garlic shrimp. Both very good. We came by after our site-seeing car ride to Waimea canyon. They close promptly at 5pm. So be sure to get there a tad early. Or stop by for lunch before heading up the canyon. We really wanted to go there again for lunch but didn't have the time.
(5)Michelle M.
Shrimp tacos were good. The beer battered shrimp were gross. The batter was thick and breadline.
(3)Terrence G.
This place was a good place for a lunch spot after our long day of hiking at Koke'e State Park. My wife and I ate here twice during our stay in Kauai. We tried the Thai Shrimp (which was nice spicy for me, but maybe not for others), Garlic Shrimp, Sweet & Sour Chili Shrimp, Beer Batteried Fried Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp. All were good. It is a little pricey but not too bad for lunch (each plate ranged between $11-$13). But I expected that price for shrimp in Hawaii. Eating is all outside on the picnic tables so there's a bunch of feral chickens lurking around for your leavings, but that is like most of the outside spots in Kauai. But the establishment all together looks clean, I noticed the staff periodically came out to clean down the table after customers left so the chickens won't hop up on the tables for scaps. Overall, I recommend this place; espcially after checking out Koke'e and Waimae Canyon State Parks. Afterwards walk down to Jo Jo's Shave Ice for dessert.
(4)Vivian L.
Got the garlic shrimp - a little too creamy for my taste but that might just be because I was comparing it to Giovanni's on Oahu. Shrimp was incredibly fresh, though, so I would probably still recommend going and maybe getting the coconut shrimp instead.
(3)mindy d.
Delicious and great variety of shrimp. My husband and I were there at Christmas, and liked their shrimp themed decorations out front. We shared the chili garlic shrimp and both loved it. The sauce was great and tasted great just on rice. Service was friendly and fast, and even though it was crowded, there is ample seating.
(4)Christina Y.
The sweet chili shrimp is to die for. We could have easily eaten a plate each. The sauce is incredible and the shrimp are huge! We also got a plate of the coconut shrimp, which turned out to have a lot more coconut in the batter than we were bargaining for! Lots of other people also ordered the tacos, but we didn't get a chance to try them. A variety of canned sodas and juices are served. It's just a little stand on the side of the highway, with outdoor picnic table-style seating. Comfortable and just right. Shrimp Station is just at the base of the hill before you head up the mountain to Waimea Canyon. There's even a huge outdoor sink, since everyone definitely needs to wash their hands after eating these succulent shrimp!
(4)Penni P.
VERY good and the menu has other things besides just garlic shrimp. We were with a 3 year old, so that helped us. The garlic shrimp they offered had about 5 different options. I got the sweet, garlic shrimp....delish and my friend got the spicy shrimp...she loved it! I liked Savage shrimp better, my friend liked this place better. So that means you must try both places. Both were very filling, delish and quaint and garlicky! YUMMMMMM!
(4)Chris F.
Hit this place up for sure. The shrimp tacos, shrimp burger, and coconut shrimp are all cash money. If you go to Waimea Canyon and don't stop here either coming or going, you're a fool.
(5)lindsay d.
For a $12 shrimp platter, I would at least expect fresh shrimp. I was sorely disappointed when I saw an employee remove cheap bags of frozen shrimp from a cooler on the patio. I'm all for supporting the local independent businesses, but Shrimp Station was mediocre at best.
(2)Neil S.
What a great place! We ordered beer battered shrimp, shrimp tacos and coconut shrimp. Each order was enough for two, prepared wonderfully in a homestyle Hawaiian atmosphere. Do not miss!
(5)Shushi S.
This is a little stand where you can order food in the window and eat it in the bench/tables around it. Historically I don't eat shrimp; I like neither the taste or sight of it. I had 2 coconut shrimps and 2 sweet basil sauted shrimps today, enough said. ^_^
(4)Joyce Y.
4.5 stars!! Yummy!! If you don't care about having garlic breath all day, come eat some good yummy garlic-y shrimp. Mmm... This place is a little hard to find and I was ready to give up and try something else but we found it after driving down from Waimea Canyon. My brother got a shrimp burger with fries which was ok. I got the garlic shrimp lunch plate, about $11 + tax. Garlic shrimp with two scoops of rice was nice and hot and garlicy. The rice was a good complement to the salty buttery garlicy sauce. The sauce says it has white wine in it and I think that made the sauce even better. Yum. I was so sad I had missed out on a shrimp truck on the North Shore in Oahu so this place definitely made up for it. Mmm.... A little expensive for a regular plate but worth a try!
(4)Aimee G.
Cheap and delicious, the coconut shrimp plate here with chili sauce is THE PERFECT lunch after hiking Waimea Canyon or makes an equally nice break from the heat of the beach. I recommend an Aloha guava juice with it!
(5)David R.
Hard to decide between 3 and 4 stars. Kind of a "fast food" experience, but the food was better than that. Yet, not quite up to sit down restaurant food. I had the fried shrimp which was well cooked, not overdone, but it did have just a bit more batter than I would prefer. My wife had the Thai shrimp, and she thoroughly enjoyed it. All in all, if you are in the area and looking for a good, quick lunch, this place is worth the stop.
(3)Jodi S.
After hiking around Wiamea Canyon (or at least driving the 18 miles to the end of its road), lunch was in order and what better than a basket of delicious shrimp? This place literally is just a station, or stand, off of Hwy 50. As you can tell from some of the pictures, it's a bright yellow building with outdoor (but covered) picnic seating. There is a gravel parking lot on the east side of the building, if I have my directions right. There were four of us for lunch, so we ordered a basket of Coconut, Thai, and Beer Battered shrimp. I would have to say that are were amazing, but I especially enjoyed the Coconut and Beer Battered shrimp. The batters were fluffy and perfectly golden brown, the shrimp fresh and tender. Washed down with a Guava drink, it was the perfect island lunch treat.
(5)Liz W.
Coconut Shrimp was good - but almost too sweet! The shrimp tacos should have been labeled as Shrimp Salad Taco - while tasty - would have been better if it were 3 whole shrimp with sauce ladled on top. Wouldn't stop there again quite honestly.
(3)Nick B.
This is the kauai equivalent of a chicago hot dog stand or a maine lobster shack. So youre not coming here for ambiance your coming here for food. The coconut shrimp here are very very good (better than at savage shrimp in poipu) but the garlic shrimp are not as good as those at savage shrimp. The price is right for what you get. Good value and good eats. Service was adequate and friendly.
(4)Marlin B.
OH yeah--this place rocks!! Best coconut shrimp ever!! The Garlic shrimp is great as well. Hint--order the garlic shrimp with the cooked potatoes instead of the french fries. They taste amazing!!!! Shrimp Station is a perfect stop after Catamaraning or going up to Waimea Canyon.
(5)D S.
Not impressed. If you don't like getting the shell on your shrimp too....this is not your place. Over-priced and not too creative of a menu.
(2)Anelya S.
Shrimp station was the great lunch spot for us on the way back from Waimea canyon. We got the spicy Thai shrimp -- 3 orders! Cajun Shrimp -- twice. Coconut once. And Sweet Chili one portion as well So we split all of it between 4 hungry ppl, and skipped on dinner that day, but it was soooo good. I loved the Cajun and Thai shrimp the most.
(5)Nicole G.
The boy and I hit this up for a late lunch after coming back from a death march hike on the other side of the island. Now I don't know if I was just delirious with hunger and fatigue, but those coconut shrimp were super tasty. Breaded, deep fried and coated with a delectable coconut crust I couldn't ask for more. We also got an order of the garlic shrimp, which came soaked in a wonderful spicy, sweet garlic sauce. The portions were large, the people were friendly and the food was great. The prices were a little more expensive than usual, but you have to remember, you're on an island and they're going to be. Definitely a must see if you're ever on this side of the island.
(4)Michael M.
Others have said it. Great place to stop and eat lunch after seeing Wiamea Canyon. I need to eat gluten free. They were extremely busy when we stopped but were willing to take the time to tell me what had gluten and what didn't. I wanted the sweet chile shrimp but was told it had some wheat in the sauce. They steered me to the spicy Thai and I wasn't disappointed.
(5)Hòa P.
The Shrimp Station is a great place to grab a tasty bite on the SW side of Kauai. We hit it up after doing an early day hike of the Waimea Canyon. If you don't like shrimp then obviously go somewhere else, but if you do then I definitely recommend this place. Of what we ordered, my fave was the shrimp taco which had great flavor and a subtle kick. The beer battered shrimp were really good too...I could have easily eaten three plates of those if I was in front of a TV =). We also tried the spicy Thai shrimp which was yummy, but not as good as the other two items. I definitely plan on trying the rest of the menu when I come back. As for the service, it was great and the prices were on par with what you'd expect to pay on the islands. I liked everything about this place...everything except for the annoying stereotypical haole tourists...ugggh, go away you complaining sunburned slobs.
(4)David E.
Awesome coconut shrimp and shrimp tacos...the place is a hole in the wall but don't let the looks fool you...this is a must when in Kauai
(4)LookingAtCars L.
Coconut and sweet chile shrimp were excellent. Quick service, people there were friendly. Don't feed the scavenging birds. Don't let them see your food. Don't even THINK about food while they're around. You'll only provoke them into moving closer and closer until they devour your food while staring at you with their soulless eyes, taunting you like a gradeschool bully, waiting for you to muster up the courage to do something about it.
(4)Wendy T.
Better than three stars but maybe not quite four - in the spirit of aloha, i rounded up. This was recommended to us by a resident of Waimea and it was a tasty stop. I had shrimp tacos; maybe a little pricey but then again, for Kauai, probably not. Definitely plenty to eat for the price and they were indeed delish. My husband had Thai shrimp; also tasty. This was a great little stop after four hours at the beach/surfing. Fast, convenient and tasty.
(4)Angela L.
We were hungry after exploring Waimea Valley. Turned to my trusty Yelp & found this place. Hubby & I shared a plate of battered shrimp & one with wine sauce. Again, like all the other foods I've had thus far on the island, it was salty, but it was GOOD!! The batter was crispy, not soggy. The wine sauce was delicious. I recommend this place. Oh, don't pay attention to the hours of operation posted on Yelp. When I looked the place up, it indicated that the place is closed. Thankfully we drove by anyways and it was open. Yeah for us.
(3)Matt P.
As other reviewers have noted, this is basically a permanent road-side stand. Even though you order at a window and get served on paper plates, the food is quite yummy. We shared the coconut shrimp and the sweet chili shrimp. It was a good variety so we didn't overdose on fried food. Both plates exceeded expectations and we left quite happy. Neither of our dishes were overcooked at all. The prices feel high for a plate of shrimp at a road-side stand, but remember you are in Kauai where all the food is a bit more expensive. And you are eating shrimp. And it's yummy. We stopped here on the way to Waimea Canyon based on other Yelp reviews. It is easy to miss when you are driving in unfamiliar territory, so keep your eyes open. It's on the left if you are going into Waimea, on the right if you are coming out.
(4)San X.
Be warned, this garlic shrimp is nothing like the shrimp trucks in Honolulu (after eating shrimp in Maui&Kauai still nothing compares to Giovanni's). The garlic shrimp here at Shrimp Station is in some buttery garlic cream sauce, it was ok but it lacked some flavor & unfortunately that flavor is garlic. However, the fried coconut shrimp is really good. I would still come here & get the coconut shrimp.
(3)E D.
Had the coconut shrimp based on reviews and their claim that it's the best in the world. Wouldn't say it's the best in the world, but it was pretty good. Fries are great too. We had just come down from a spontaneous hike in waimea canyon and probably would have eaten anything, we were so tired and hungry. But this place was popular, seemed clean and hit the spot.
(4)Chris C.
Awesome food! The shrimp here are huge! And you get 10 shrimp and a side of fries for $10 (be sure to bring the dollar off coupon). The staff were very helpful. You must try either the Beer Battered Shrimp or the Coconut Shrimp. A must stop after the Waimea Canyon! Cheers!
(5)Jeff S.
Fantastic roadside food. Ate here 2-3 times while visiting the island a few years ago. Coconut prawns, I miss you dearly!
(4)Ralph F.
Was ready tho eat here before we even got to Kauai. Stopped to eat there on our way back from Waimea Canyon. Over the top as far as the shrimp went. Shrimp and fries. Fantastic!
(5)susan s.
We had high expectations due to a friend's recommendation -however lunch here was a disappointment. Trader Joe's coconut shrimp is way less greasy and less expensive! The spicy shrimp taco was good but not worth the 45min drive to get here....
(2)Neil E.
Yeah, this is the place to come for shrimp. We ate here twice this week since it's so good :) The sweet chili garlic shrimp are where it's at. For $12 you get a pile of peel-and-eat shrimp in the most delicious shrimp sauce on the planet. You'll burn the heck out of your fingers peeling them, but who cares, they are soooooooo tasty. We prefer the shrimp with potatoes instead of rice (the rice is kind of gummy). We also tried the coconut shrimp. Also tasty. But we prefer the sweet chili garlic shrimp :) Don't forget to wash them down with a shave ice from the *good* JoJo's just around the corner. Oh, and there's a hand washing sink and soap just to the right of the shrimp station for you to wash up after getting shrimpy goodness all over your mittens.
(5)Meg M.
oh my goodness...... where to start? Food (5 stars): -- shrimp, shrimp and more shrimp. . . . Coconut shrimp is awesome! they have Thai shrimp, cajun shrimp, sweet chili garlic shrimp, garlic shrimp, beer battered shrimp..... . . I sound like Bubba from Forrest Gump. -- I feel the best was both the Coconut and sweet chili garlic shrimp. . . . -- Went there twice in a few days it was so good! Service (5 stars): -- as good as you can get for a shrimp "Stand".. . just order and pick up your food and find a place to sit and enjoy! HK's Advice: -- come here on repeat basis on your visit! you wont regret it! (maybe your stomach will)
(5)Sohayl H.
Coconut shrimp here is a must!
(5)Jessica Y.
Amazing shrimp dishes - if you are looking for something other than shrimp don't come. The peel and eat shrimp better than the fried shrimp. Bring hand wipes for when you are done.
(4)Josh L.
If you are in Kauai and traveling to the southern part, you MUST go here if you like Shrimp. This is the best shrimp place I've ever been at. It's a small shed that puts out amazing dishes. Coconut Shrimp which all the tourists eat is good. The prawns are huge, they give you about 12. I didn't try the beer battered shrimp, because you can get that almost anywhere. The shrimp sandwich was very good. The dish to get in my opinion is the Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp. This stuff is so addicting. It's sauteed prawns in this sauce with white whine, garlic, and asian chili sauce which is sweet and spicy. They put it over white rice, you can just eat rice with the sauce alone. I could eat here everyday because I love prawns.
(5)Brandon G.
Decent. Coconut shrimp were great but nothing to write home about. Thai shrimp were good and spicy, but really just tasted like someone cooked them in salsa. Mexican shrimp maybe? We had a coupon for free drinks and got served about 8 min before closing. Liked the campy feel and handwashing station. We would return here again after visiting Waimea canyon.
(3)Terry W.
This may have been the best meal of the trip. In fact, the two top meals were at "stands". The Shrimp Station cranks out some of the freshest, perfectly cooked shrimp with fabulous flavor options-all good. It's roadside informal, but a decent roof over our head while it poured down rain. The owner (?) took time to chat with us and was so friendly. I'd be happy, too, if I lived here and turned out such fantastic food.
(5)Jef C.
Had the shrimp burger and sweet chili garlic shrimp. Both very good. We came by after our site-seeing car ride to Waimea canyon. They close promptly at 5pm. So be sure to get there a tad early. Or stop by for lunch before heading up the canyon. We really wanted to go there again for lunch but didn't have the time.
(5)Michelle M.
Shrimp tacos were good. The beer battered shrimp were gross. The batter was thick and breadline.
(3)Terrence G.
This place was a good place for a lunch spot after our long day of hiking at Koke'e State Park. My wife and I ate here twice during our stay in Kauai. We tried the Thai Shrimp (which was nice spicy for me, but maybe not for others), Garlic Shrimp, Sweet & Sour Chili Shrimp, Beer Batteried Fried Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp. All were good. It is a little pricey but not too bad for lunch (each plate ranged between $11-$13). But I expected that price for shrimp in Hawaii. Eating is all outside on the picnic tables so there's a bunch of feral chickens lurking around for your leavings, but that is like most of the outside spots in Kauai. But the establishment all together looks clean, I noticed the staff periodically came out to clean down the table after customers left so the chickens won't hop up on the tables for scaps. Overall, I recommend this place; espcially after checking out Koke'e and Waimae Canyon State Parks. Afterwards walk down to Jo Jo's Shave Ice for dessert.
(4)Vivian L.
Got the garlic shrimp - a little too creamy for my taste but that might just be because I was comparing it to Giovanni's on Oahu. Shrimp was incredibly fresh, though, so I would probably still recommend going and maybe getting the coconut shrimp instead.
(3)mindy d.
Delicious and great variety of shrimp. My husband and I were there at Christmas, and liked their shrimp themed decorations out front. We shared the chili garlic shrimp and both loved it. The sauce was great and tasted great just on rice. Service was friendly and fast, and even though it was crowded, there is ample seating.
(4)Christina Y.
The sweet chili shrimp is to die for. We could have easily eaten a plate each. The sauce is incredible and the shrimp are huge! We also got a plate of the coconut shrimp, which turned out to have a lot more coconut in the batter than we were bargaining for! Lots of other people also ordered the tacos, but we didn't get a chance to try them. A variety of canned sodas and juices are served. It's just a little stand on the side of the highway, with outdoor picnic table-style seating. Comfortable and just right. Shrimp Station is just at the base of the hill before you head up the mountain to Waimea Canyon. There's even a huge outdoor sink, since everyone definitely needs to wash their hands after eating these succulent shrimp!
(4)Penni P.
VERY good and the menu has other things besides just garlic shrimp. We were with a 3 year old, so that helped us. The garlic shrimp they offered had about 5 different options. I got the sweet, garlic shrimp....delish and my friend got the spicy shrimp...she loved it! I liked Savage shrimp better, my friend liked this place better. So that means you must try both places. Both were very filling, delish and quaint and garlicky! YUMMMMMM!
(4)Chris F.
Hit this place up for sure. The shrimp tacos, shrimp burger, and coconut shrimp are all cash money. If you go to Waimea Canyon and don't stop here either coming or going, you're a fool.
(5)lindsay d.
For a $12 shrimp platter, I would at least expect fresh shrimp. I was sorely disappointed when I saw an employee remove cheap bags of frozen shrimp from a cooler on the patio. I'm all for supporting the local independent businesses, but Shrimp Station was mediocre at best.
(2)Jami F.
Okay, so this place may not be eye candy. It's a little yellow hut surrounded by picnic tables...but the food is awesome and the shrimp is super fresh! This is one of our fav places in Kauai. We always leave the Shrimp Station stuffed and happy and with no complaints as of yet. We've tried the garlic shrimp, beer-battered shrimp, coconut shrimp, and our new favorite - sweet chilli garlic. The beer battered shrimp was good, but nothing special. It didn't make our "must order" list this last time we ate there. The coconut shrimp, garlic, and sweet chilli garlic were awesome! Typically the non-deep fried shrimp are "peel n' eat" so be ready to get your fingers a bit messy...but it's sooo worth it.
(4)Amy B.
One of my favorite places on Oahu is Fumi's Shrimp truck, although I'll take any shrimp truck. OK, I'll take almost any food truck! We were super excited to find out about the Shrimp Station, a roadside shack specializing in shrimp. We both ordered the shrimp tacos, which had a little bit of a kick, but were aa-may-zzzzing! Now I can dream about my shrimp experiences on both Oahu AND Kaua'i!
(5)San Diego R.
Go to this one only, not the one on the other side of the island. this one is much more of a hole in the wall which is great! get the garlic shrimp and enjoy! best thing ever!!!
(5)Carolyn J.
Rating: 3.5 Yummy spot after coming back from Waimea Canyon. Easy parking. Outdoor seating. I ordered the cajun shrimp (peel & eat). Loved the sauce. Fam ordered shrimp tacos (spicy!...well for me), beer battered shrimp +fries, and the shrimp burger +fries. good value, considering its seafood. they have restrooms and hand washing stations to get the shrimp juices off your fingers after you're done eating. beware of wild chickens and little birdies who want a piece. who knew they were seafood lovers?!
(3)James Y.
Good place to stop and eat after Waimea Canyon. right on the road to/from the canyon. The thai shrimp shrimp was very, very tasty but make sure to get the rice with it. The gf had the coconut shrimp and it was good but didn't have all that much coconut taste.
(4)Armi S.
Really, really great shrimp. I had the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice and it was delicious. Not spicy at all for my taste bud anyway. Hubby had the coconut shrimp with fries and they were good too. Not greasy and the shrimp were large. They give you 10 large shrimp which is ample for lunch. If you're in the area, give it a try.
(4)Heather D.
I know it's been said before... This place is legendary... It's truly the best damn coconut shrimp I've ever sunk my teeth into! The ginger sauce is absolutely yum, and it tastes good with french fries as well. Their fries were also yummy; the long, skinny kind. Husband ordered the shrimp tacos and was extremely satisfied. I wish there was one in Arizona. So unassuming. So affordable. So damn delicious!
(5)Cheryl O.
I am addicted. Best coconut shrimp I've ever had. I unashamedly could have eaten two plates (I LOVE shrimp!), but restrained myself. I think we paid $11 for a plate with fries and a dozen shrimp, then another $1 for a soda. I wish we would have made time to go back while we were on Kauai. Next time, we will definitely go more than once!
(5)Susan S.
Unbelievable. The best shrimp I've had. It is a must when in Kauai.
(5)Su-Lynn T.
Portions are very large at this take out cafe on the side of the road in Waimea. I got the spicy shrimp with garlic. I coudln't decided between regular garlic and the spicy thai sauce and they told me I could get a blend of both, so why not? The spicy style wasn't really like the buffalo sauce that is on most shrimp truck plates, but it has more of a tomato-based salsa and basil based sauce which was quite good. It's definitely spicy! Hubs got the shrimp tacos, served with sauteed shrimp. The tacos were huge! Great place to stop if you like shrimp and are driving on the south/west areas of Kauai. My spicy shrimp were peel and eat style, which I like so it worked well for me!
(4)Bryce R.
Had lunch at this particular Shrimp Station and was impressed with the beer battered shrimp. The shrimp tacos were tasty and large, but had a bit too much sauce for my liking. The salsa that came with the tacos was also quite good.
(4)Kate B.
It looks more like a gas station with plastic chairs and tables outside, nevertheless we ate here twice and I would come back for more. The concept is very simple, you can order shrimp 4 different ways (i think 4). From what i can recall: Thai basil, sweet chili, coconut and garlic. We tried garlic, sweet chili and Thai basil and i, personally, liked sweet chili the best. The portions are pretty big and you sit outside to have your meal. The only con is that they don't serve beer or any other alcohol to wash down all this goodness:)
(4)Stephen K.
Great little roadside shrimp shack on the way to or from Wiamea Canyon. Coconut Shrimp are tasty (although about as healthy and light as a Big Mac). Generous number of shrimp on a bed of fries. Shrimp tacos better still--two big tacos in soft tortillas with salsa, lettuce and chips. Great business plan--quite a racket serving up shrimp in the shadow of a hawaiian tourist attraction with nothing more than a deep fryer and a few sticky picnic tables--I wish I had thought of it. I've paid much more for much less on Kauai!
(3)J C.
My hubby LOVED the shrimp tacos, our friends and my daughter loved the garlic shrimp and I really liked the spicy thai shrimp! Can't wait to visit Kaua'i again to enjoy this place!!
(5)Robert M.
Best coconut shrimp on the planet. Some great sauces too. As someone who lives in Hawaii, this place basks in the laid back island lifestyle, brah!
(5)Fernando A.
Just after the turn coming off of waimea canyon drive, we saw this cute little place. My wife got the spicy thai shrimp and I got the buttery garlic one. Both were excellent. It reminded me of Killer Shrimp in Marina Del Rey, except with a thicker sauce rather than a soup. The thai sauce reminded me of parihuela, kind of tomatoey with spices, rather than a thai coconut type of sauce. It was very good. There were a few other flavors on the menu that I would like to try next time we are in Kauai.
(5)Marcie C.
Holy crap! Best. Coconut. Shrimp. Ever. I can't believe I've never been here before! This is officially a must-try! You get your food from a window and sit on picnic tables next to the highway. Great for people watching. Can't get over how yummy the coconut shrimp were! I hear their shrimp tacos are amazing!
(5)Daniel W.
Still Salivating over the shrimp tacos... soooooooo good!
(5)M H.
Delicious!!! I love the sweet thai shrimp... i think that is what it was. The shrimp burgers were good too. I think we can here 3 times during our trip and we took some to go!!!
(5)Mindy S.
Folks ain't lyin.' Get the coconut shrimp here, and when you're done eating it, get a second order. You only live once.
(5)Trick C.
I wish more places were like this. Do one thing and do it well. You go to the Shrimp Station for shrimp. They give you about seven or eight types of shrimp. From Thai to Cajun to beer battered. They offer rice or potatoes to go along. My rice was perfect. My wife loved the boiled potatoes. And the shrimp was great.
(5)Jared M.
Really good and fresh shrimp.
(5)Christine R.
Best. Coconut. Shrimp... on the planet. This place is casual, minimal and I love it. When in Kauai we always go there at least once for the coconut shrimp. One time I tried the beer battered shrimp and I didn't enjoy it nearly as much as the coconut. The sauce that comes with the shrimp looks like tartar sauce but it has a sweet taste to it and it's pretty tasty.
(5)John C.
My wife and I ate here about 2 years ago, while we were on our 10 year anniversary. My mouth is still watering. The Coconut Shrimp she ordered were just very very good. The best, even. A must visit/eat when in Waimea!
(5)Shawna S.
Stopped here after hiking in Waimea because it was the first food I saw. Thank jeebus I did! The coconut shrimp was delicious. So much so, that I drove back the next day from Lihue for more! I just wish I'd found it earlier in my stay. It's only $11 for a basket of 10 large coconut shrimp and fries. Yes, it is basically a little roadside shack and the bathroom is kinda gross, but the food is AWESOME! Keep in mind that they close at 5pm sharp so you don't miss it!
(5)Grace T.
This was probably my favorite meal of the trip. I got the sweet chili garlic shrimp and bf got the coconut shrimp. It was messy to eat, but I after a morning of driving around Waimea Canyon, this was a delicious treat. Almost a year later, I still think about the yummyness of this meal.
(5)Boris v.
Had the Cajun shrimp. Yummy stuff. Closes at 5pm
(4)Scarlet H.
From the sauteed menu I loved the Cajun shrimp. The sauteed dishes looked like stews... you would have to order some rice with it. It was a pain to peel off all the shells off of the sauteed shrimps as well...
(3)Jun-Jun V.
My wife and I stopped at Shrimp Station for lunch. We had the coconut shrimp and the go garlic shrimp with steamed rice. They were very good! I hope that you guys can try the place!
(4)Michael G.
No frills and the name says it all. The garlic chili shrimp was a good meal. Most meals are $12
(4)Jeanne Ann P.
Shrimp taco plate is enough for two people to share but so good you'll want to eat it all yourself. Friendly fast counter service, nice customers, very casual. Love d it.
(4)MiniD D.
Found this place via Yelp, ordered the sweet chili and coconut, both were amazing. I liked the sweet and chili better since it was not fried. Good stuff
(4)Lovanna L.
After going through Waimea canyon, we decided to stop at Shrimp Station based on the reviews on Yelp and their convenient location. The food is pretty decent, the shrimp are big and fresh. My husband ordered a cajun shrimp meal and that came with rice. He wasn't a big fan of his shrimp. I ordered the coconut thai shrimp and really liked my dish. The shrimp come with the shell on so you'd have to peel it off.
(4)Frank Y.
Yummy shrimps. Especially after a day long hike in Waimea Canyon. Nice outdoor seating and great food. If you are a shrimp lover, this is the place for you. We ordered coconut shrimp and Cajun shrimp, both really tasty. Fries comes with coconut shrimp are so so (similar to that of McDonald's). The rice come with Cajun shrimp is really flavorful, definitely a treat. Be aware of it's time. It closes at 5pm, fortunately we arrived a little earlier...
(4)Sandra M.
Tried the Coconut and the Cajun shrimp and they were pretty awesome. The Coconut Shrimps were to die for, very nicely done. Great place to stop lunch.
(4)Frank P.
This place is what it is - SHRIMP. I'm not really a fan but for the price its ok. We had the beer battered shrimp, Thai shrimp, and garlic shrimp. Food were simple and tasty. Lots of tourists. Outdoor dining only. Tables and chairs were filthy, but since we were starving, we didn't really care.
(3)D N.
I dont think the coconut shrimp was mind blowing but it was definitely very good and I think it was a decent value. The sauce that came w/ it was awesome. I wish I could have taken some of it home w/ me but the shrimp itself is good, but likely forgettable.
(4)Jonathan W.
My wife and I stopped by and got the coconut shrimp and the beer battered shrimp. The food was delicious!! My wife liked the beer battered and I preferred the coconut. The dipping sauce was home made and very tasty. Over all a great experience and we felt like we got a lot for our moneys worth. We will come here again for sure next time we visit kauai.
(4)Aimee G.
Cheap and delicious, the coconut shrimp plate here with chili sauce is THE PERFECT lunch after hiking Waimea Canyon or makes an equally nice break from the heat of the beach. I recommend an Aloha guava juice with it!
(5)Tracy R.
cute little place, but the shrimp just so so. They weren't fully cleaned, and the coconut shrimp was not crispy.The Thai chili shrimp were just ok too.
(2)G Ride Z.
Simple little restaurant right off the main highway in Kauai. Excelent place to eat right after a hike up in Waimea Canyon. Ordered the Coconut Shrimp with French fries (or Chips for those in Europe). Not a big coconut fan, but it was still good. Definitely a must go for those who love large fresh shrimp and coconuts! The lady taking the order also recommended the hot and spicy shrimp as well. Never had a chance to taste.
(4)Sutanuka L.
Omg .... A shack with the best varieties of shrimp preparation !!!!
(5)Sau y.
It may have been because we were hungry, but man I REALLY liked the Shrimp Station! If this were in CA, I'd give it 3- 4 stars, but in Kauai, it was a freaking GODSEND!! The Good: Shrimp sandwich (although breaded & fried, it was actually quite tasty)... The Coconut Shrimp (they claim it's the best in the world), but it's really not. It's just solid. The french fries were good too... :) The garlic shrimp over rice (creamy white wine sauce)-- pretty good! The Thai shrimp over rice-- doesn't really taste Thai, but pretty good too. It's good for those who are tired of breaded & fried and creamy/ heavy sauce. I wanted to come back (rare thing for Kauai) to this place again. If I ever had to come back to Kauai, I'd go to Hukilau Lanai & Fish Express.. and here. I thought it was better than Savage Shrimp... just in case it's a contest? lol.
(5)Gamebebe C.
The shrimp taco is great. We also have island tacos just across the street, but I like this place better. Moreover, the soda is less expensive. Island taco charge double for soda, so don't buy soda from island taco.
(4)Paul W.
The sweet chili garlic shrimp was super tasty. Tangy and full of flavor. Only complaint is that I stupidly ordered fries instead of rice with my shrimp. I was hungry, the grease sounded good, and I am a sucker for ketchup, but the white rice would have soaked up ALL that tasty sweet chili garlic sauce. Don't make my mistake, get the rice with this dish at least!!! Service was friendly. Darned hospitable really. Order at the front, sit at a picnic table, peel your shrimp, dip it in that tasty sauce, and grub! Disclaimer, not sure about anything else on their menu. I have heard their coconut shrimp is great (and Sarah's review would seem to confirm that). So I would refer there without hesitation for those two things at least. When you finish your meal, go around the corner to the ORIGINAL Jo Jo's Avenue Shave Ice. Don't go to the crappy tourist attraction on the main highway.
(5)Van D.
Solid value for Hawaii. The peel and eat shrimp are much better than the fried stuff. Definitely would return
(4)A. L.
AMAZING!!!!! We had the sweet chili shrimp with rice and the coconut shrimp with French Fries!!! We just got back from the island and we still think about the sweet chili shrimp.....................
(5)Jaymee C.
Friendly service.Coconut Shrimp is the bomb. Their Garlic Shrimp not too much. If you want good Garlic Shrimp go towards the old town Hanapepe and look for Mele's Kusina...it's a shrimp truck! Cheaper too.
(3)Lisa Ann P.
This is not a fancy eating place by no stretch of the imagination, but what they may lack in pristine fancy dining restaurant they make up for in their menu of delightful delectable scrumptious shrimp choices! Oh my what a treat for the taste buds! Let me just say the garlic shrimp hmm hmm i dare say no one does it better! It is a quick stop of outdoor dining on the route to the canyon or coming back so either direction it is a must for someone craving what this little place does best! If you love shrimp then this one is a must if ever in Waimea!
(5)Emily Y.
It's ok. Nothing fancy. A bit pricey for what you get.
(3)Lola Z.
We had the sweet chili shrimp w/2 scoops rice. Sauce was just like the name of the dish - sweet, mildly spicey and of course a good dose of garlic. Solid. But my gold standard is Giovanni's on the North shore in Oahu, so only 3 stars here, but I would definitely not refuse another meal. Would love to try the shrimp tacos next trip.
(3)Anulak S.
If they had a shrimp station in San Diego, i would go fairly often.... i liked it a lot... i had the shrimp burger!!!! very scrumptious!!!
(4)s b.
I have never tried shrimp station before. Even though i have lived here all my life. I wasn't able able to get to the one in waimea, but my husband and i just tried the new one in kapa'a town. It was awesome! This new shrimp station is located right across of the chevron in kapa'a. The parking area is not as spacious but there is another parking lot off to the side of the building with ample parking spaces. The decor was lovely! (my favorite color is green). The tables were up to date, as well as the fans, light fixtures, chairs, etc. The color of the room felt warm and inviting and there is a cool breeze. Now.. about the food. As my husband tried the shrimp cocktail, i tried the coconut shrimp. My meal was decent. Just about the right amount of shrimp for the cost. It also came with a papaya ginger dipping sauce. It was good with my coconut shrimp. My husband loves the shrimp cocktail. He says the cocktail sauce was one of the best that he's tasted. In conclusion, i highly recommend the shrimp station. It's a fun, happy, and family place. Enjoy! =)
(5)Megan M.
Loved it! Went there twice for lunch. Kind of pricey for lunch ($12) but so delicious. I tried the sweet chili garlic dish and the coconut shrimp. Both were very tasty. I'd totally go back!
(5)erika e.
Came here last week for lunch. I went across the street to get a plate from Taco Island, and my companion got lunch here at Shrimp Station and we shared the plates. I give a 3 star but he would give 4. Here we got the shrimp tacos. Nice and tasty shrimp meat inside. I was not a big fan of the shell though - it seemed packaged. And the taco was a little watery. I don't like when my taco drips. I think if I came back I would just order one of the shrimp baskets instead of the tacos. That is what a lot of people comment on here. A nice to know is that there drinks are only one dollar if you need some water for the ride. A plus for the benches and an outside sink to clean up afterwards. Definitly a tourist place though.
(3)C.D W.
Shrimp Tacos were AWESOME! Super spicy! We went there 4 times during our 12 day honeymoon on Poipu!
(5)Jaime C.
We headed to this place for lunch twice. It was perfect for an island lunch. I had the shrimp tacos both times and thought they were delicious. It is small, it is quick and worth a stop!
(4)Michael L.
The coconut shrimp was very good. Tasted great with the tartar sauce. Their fries are pretty good as well. The Got Garlic shrimp was okay. I just ate the skin because I was too lazy to peel them. The shrimp tacos were very good and spicy. The fish burger was okay but kind of plain. If I had to recommend something it would be the coconut shrimp and the shrimp tacos.
(4)dannebrog ..
Oh man, so good so good. At first I was all "$12 for shrimp tacos?!?" But then saw you get two HUGE tacos that are insanely good and filling, along with chips and very good salsa. Next time we went we shared a plate of tacos and also got coconut shrimp. Also insanely good. Perfect meal after a hike in Koke'e or a ride along the Na Pali coast.
(5)Ross M.
Tasty and pretty quick.
(4)Norm P.
A great place to have a quick bite to eat before or after driving through Waimea. This cute little shack, came highly recommended by our guidebook. My family and I ordered the shrimp tacos, beer battered shrimp and coconut shrimp. All were delicious. The prices were about average and the portions generous. Others may feel they're getting robbed, but people forget that they're on an island where everything costs a little bit higher mainly from importing and high taxes. Seating is outdoors on benches or tables in the nearby patio.
(5)Emily R.
The coconut shrimp was superb! They include a delicious ginger-guava tartar sauce (which sounds absurd, but was great!). The meal itself was very reasonably priced, especially considering the general cost of food (and more specifically, seafood) on the island. Just be prepared to sit outside!
(5)Andrew S.
Sweet chile garlic shrimp was fantastic! Really great flavor in the sauce and not a bad deal for just over 10 bucks. Rice was tasty too!
(5)Dell C.
The first and only memorable meal I had while we were on vaca on the beautiful Island of Kauai. Of course, this would be because we cooked mostly at our timeshare due to some very picky eaters in our company that have control issues, but this is a whole different story. (When you travel with inlaws, you learn to go with the flow.) We made a stop here after a very long and windy trip up to Waimea Canyon ( apparently breath taking views can make one ravenous for some good shrimp) and I was pleasantly surprised by this road side eatery. I had the sweet garlic shrimp with rice which was very tasty and fresh with a hint of spice and sauce was scrumptious with the rice. My hubby had the shrimp tacos and they were huge and also very delicious. As for the rest of our party, my sister-in-law had the coconut shrimp and I would have to disagree with a previous yelper and say that the breading was very little and the shrimp was so good, I really wanted to come back and have the coconut shrimp next time. (don't you just hate it when someone else picks the dish that tastes the best?!) Anyway, if my sis-in-law loved it, (she is one of the said-picky eaters) then you know its good. As for the decor, its definitely casual but what can you expect when your eating outside next the road? Do you really care if you are getting shrimp this good and this fresh? I certainly wished that I had time for one more order. And for all our dishes being under $12 each for whole mess of shrimp, I would say this place is more than reasonable.
(5)Rachel M.
This was by far the best meal we had on our trip to Kauai. We drove all the way up to Waimea Canyon only to see the clouds rolling in and it started raining. So, we decided to head back down and find some lunch. We lucked out and found this casual and yummy place! Our toddler fell asleep so I got our food to go and we ate in the car. My husband had the spicy thai shrimp plate and I had the coconut shrimp. Both were outstanding and well worth the $12. This turned out to make the one rainy day of our trip not so bad after all, and we returned to Waimea Canyon a few days later to much better weather. I wish they had one in San Diego. I'd stop in at least a few times a month.
(4)m m.
Best Coconut Shrimp I have ever had! Came here for lunch. My husband and I ordered "Coconut Shrimp", "Thai Shrimp" and "Shrimp Taco". Coconut Shrimp was definitely the best - it is basically shrimped friled with coconut batter-- it was soooo delicious and it's the best Coconut Shrimp I have ever had. I looked at the customers who ordered beer-batter shrimp and wanted to go tap them on their shoulders to tell them that it's not too late to change your order to Coconut Shrimp. Coconut Shrimp came with Papaya sauce but it tasted so much better with Sweet Chili Sauce. Shrimp Taco was also good but it was not as good as Coconut Shrimp. Thai Shrimp was ok - it didn't even taste Thai. Basically the Thai Shrimp sauce is made from salsa - so how can it be Thai? Coconut Shrimp was so good -- we had to come back at 4:30pm to hit it one more time before they close at 5pm -- yummy!!
(5)Ken S.
I thought that the fried shrimp was good, but really greasy (which I guess you might expect ordering anything "fried"). Another person in our group ordered the coconut fried shrimp & loved it. Busy place, don't go there for the atmosphere (very casual, picnic tables, etc.), you would think they could spruce it up a little considering how much business they appear to do.
(3)allison m.
Quick and easy lunch stop off the the main road. Nothing fancy, but I thought pretty darn good shrimp. I had the Thai and Lemongrass, which was great if you're into spicy things. I definitely walked away with a bigger stomach than I would've thought....watch out for the potato and rice sides, they're fillers. I didn't know of much else in the area so I'm inclined to say give it a whirl - good food, moderately - cheap priced.
(4)Nate M.
Everyone raved about this place, including the concierge, so the gf and i had to try it. I'm not a big shrimp person (until visiting the North Shore) but the gf is so we stopped by after visiting Waimea Canyon. Like the other posts mentioned, it's a stand off the highway with a patio. The gf ordered coconut shrimp and I ordered the beer battered shrimp. The gf devoured her meal in minutes, including a portion of mine. I ate about a couple and gave up eating the overcooked shrimp. With me the shrimp have got to be cooked perfectly otherwise it feels like biting into a pencil eraser. They were not, but I could tell by the way the batter was done that there is obviously a mastermind cook behind the recipes. It gets a three because it was just okay for me and that's probably how many minutes it took the gf in scarf them down.
(3)Eli R.
Cajun shrimp is amazing! Coconut fried is pretty good too.
(5)Sasha R.
gah. we stopped here on the way to waimea canyon for take out lunch -- 'eat in' being sitting at a table literally next to the highway. wait was intolerable. prices high. and to top it all off, we ended up with someone else's order of coconut shrimp, instead of the shell on shrimp we had been drooling over (sadly did not realize this until we were 20 miles up the road). oh well. once the shrimp were stripped naked of their gummy, overly sweet, coconut breading, the shrimp themselves were plump and fresh.
(2)Hobby-less R.
Yum! We discovered this place by chance as we drove by on our way to the canyon. We had shrimp tacos and coconut shrimps. Loved them!
(5)Addy L.
No frills outdoor picnic table dining for all things shrimp. We had the fried coconut shrimp plate and the shrimp tacos. I thought the coconut shrimp was better, but my hubby loved the tacos and claimed it his favorite place to eat.
(4)Gabriel D.
Awesome shrimp tacos here. Nice seasoning, and one is big enough for a meal. Only problem is the price: would Carl's Jr make fun of you for ordering a $6 taco?
(4)Ken K.
Ate lunch there two weeks ago (~1/20/11.) I got the Thai Chili Shrimp and my wife the coconut (fried) shrimp. Both were excellent. Unbelievably fresh. Actually her coconut shrimp in my sauce was an unbelievably good combination! Set your expectations though -- this is an outdoor shrimp stand on the main drag in rustic Waimea -- think of it as a food truck that does not move -- and you will be delighted.
(4)Carlynne M.
Came here after hiking Waimea Canyon - the shrimp with sweet chili unbelievable - like they were caught 5 minutes before cooked and you are eating them! I love shrimp and these were great!
(5)Cindi N.
an OMG experience!!!!! SUPER YUMMEEEE!!!! as they say, home of THE BEST, coconut shrimp on the planet!!! IT IS THE BEST COCONUT SHRIMP I'VE EVER HAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU HAVE TO go to waimea for this!!!!!!!!!!!! giant prawns dipped in a light "secret" batter & coconut flakes, then fried to crispy perfection. perfectly balanced taste & texture. its a light batter compared to other coconut shrimps i had, so you don't lose the essence of the shrimp & coconut flavor in doughy batter! its kauai's version of bubba gump: they had many other shrimp items on the menu: sauteed shrimp, garlic shrimp (sauteed scampi style), thai shrimp (spicy house specialty), cajun shrimp, sweet chile garlic shrimp, fried shrimp & chips, beer battered shrimp, shrimp tacos, shrimp burger..................BUT ITS ALL ABOUT THE BEST COCONUT SHRIMP ON THE PLANET!!!!!!!!!!!! my mouth is salivating just thinking about this............& i'm not going back anytime soon............
(5)Tofoi Y.
Ate here for the first time today. 5 of us (2 kids) shared coconut shrimp with fries, sweet chili shrimp with boiled potatoes, garlic shrimp with 2 scoop. Service was sweet and friendly local style. Food was hot, fries crispy and flavorful. I too saw the drizen shrimp delivery truck arrive but it didn't ruin my experience. Food was good, service was good, we'll be back again :-) Great job!
(4)beno h.
this was one of the best food stops on kaua'i. before we left for kaua'i, so many people gave us so many food recommendations. it felt like we were going on some kind of food tour, a culinary tour. they recommended: hamura's saimin stand, jo jo's shave ice, puka dog, and the shrimp station. i would say the best was hamura's saimin stand. the next best was the shrimp station. puka dog was okay, but the jo jo's shave ice on the highway (which i realised later was the "bad" one, whereas the "good" one is on some nearby side street). having finished this food tour of kaua'i and having returned to cali, i really have to say that gee... maybe i'm just not _that_ into hawai'ian food. after all, like, i feel like i would make a case that hawai'ian food is better in california. i know that sounds like sacrilege, but... i mean, we're just a little more foodie out here. i mean, am i being a food snob or just stoopid? anyway, the shrimp station was one of my better food destinations. we had the coconut shrimp ($11). i also asked the cashier what's the _spiciest_ dish, n' she recommended the thai chili shrimp ($12), so i ordered that too. i had a coupon from some tourist pamphlet that got us two free drinks with our two entrees. that was cool. the cashier was also very nice, so i would say that's a definite plus to this place. the coconut shrimp and fries were very delicious although greasy. i have to say that maybe it's one of those situation where anything _fried_ tastes good. the thai chili shrimp was also very delicious. the shrimp meat definitely tasted very fresh. while the shrimp are supposed to be "peel n' eat," i just eat the shells and tails cos i'm too lazy n' don't mind the extra calcium. the dish was not spicy at all for me. the thai chili shrimp is served w/ either white rice or red potatoes, so i choice red potatoes, which were tasty when i mushed them up in the sauce. the place gets crowded, so you should hit up early. we got there like just as the place was opening.
(3)Cass F.
Enjoyed the shrimp taco. The thing that's really the cat's meow is the outdoor sink.
(4)Diana L.
i am a big fan of stands/shacks. specially stands that specialize in one thing. but my coconut shrimp were disappointing. fried a little too long. nothing special at all. the fries were better than the shrimp. the shrimp was fresh.that was a plus. but there was so seasoning on the shrimp after the batter. and, they were not deveined. i am picky with my shrimp. and, when a restaurant or stand doesn't devein theirs it shows a certain lack of pride in the food they are serving. and, just plain laziness.
(2)natassia s.
its whatever, nothing special. overpriced is what it is.
(3)EA and H K.
Best. Shrimp. Ever. What a treat after a full day of hiking!
(5)Laura E.
out on the coast of waimea, with lots of selection and room to eat, this place is good. your right near a greaat shaved ice place to eat as well. we all ordered shrimp or hot dogs and fries, and what we got was delicious. i wana go back.
(5)d l.
had the spicy thai shrimp with red potatoes and the coconut shrimp with fries and they were both great ! only problem is that hey close early like around 5:30
(4)Jane V.
If you are on your way to or from Waimea Canyon plan a stop in Waimea at the Shrimp Station. We liked this better than the Shrimp trucks on the North Shore of Oahu. We actually made the trek from Poipu one more time before we flew out to have the shrimp tacos . My daughter literally talked about them the entire week. Another positive are the covered picnic tables and shade....a plus in the heat of the summer. While our group liked everything we ordered, shrimp tacos are the way to go for me. If heading back from the canyon, stop just up the same road on the ocean side for yummy shave ice...can't remember the name of the place, but it is just before the library. Try the root beer float....I can still taste the cool vanilla ice cream and root beer sauce gliding down my throat! Shrimp shack closes at 5 o'clock SHARP!
(4)Grave Y.
the shrimp tacos are BIG. damn big. you better have hiked all up and down the waimea canyon before thinking you're gonna finish a whole plate of these suckers. just do it.
(5)Ishtiaque H.
Downright amazing. Get the thai shrimp, shrimp tacos, and an ice cold pepsi, your day will be made. I was almost tempted to channel my inner bengali by eating the shrimp and rice by hand, but resisted and ate with a fork like everyone else.
(5)J R.
Aloha from Kaua'i! First of all, this is a review for the Shrimp Station in Kapa'a - not the one in Waimea, this one has been opened a few months and apparently no area to review that separately - so....... I live here on Kaua'i and have never eaten at the one in Waimea, yesterday was my first experience having their shrimp - a friend and I ate there for lunch. I did think that $12.00 was a little pricey - but I was taking a friend who was visiting the island who wanted to try it, so while I was happy to do it - I don't think I'll be going back again on my own. The service was great, really nice staff there. I ordered the Spicy Thai shrimp with rice (I can't imagine having fries with it, but I guess that is popular) and my friend had the Got Garlic shrimp (also with rice). I didn't count my shrimp, but it seems to be the consensus that you get 10 shrimp (you have to peel them, since we got it for take-out, that got a little messy!). I thought it was good, not particularly spicy (but then I like hot!), the shrimp as I said were messy to peel and eat - especially if you take them to eat at the beach - lots and lots of napkins needed! The sauce was good, nothing great, but not bad either. The rice was fine and acted as a good counterpart to the shrimp as well - putting some of the sauce on it was a good idea. My friend really enjoyed hers and said the garlic was heavy duty indeed! I've had shrimp on O'ahu before and I thought it was very good, this, while good, I think is just too expensive for what you get - as I said, I'd take a visitor if they wanted to go there (which I did), but it wouldn't be someplace I'll go back to myself. The place itself is very clean and has restrooms as well.
(3)Josh H.
Order the coconut shrimp - it is really good. It's on the pricey side though - especially for a roadside joint where you eat your food out of a basket. The peel-and-eat garlic shrimp - nowhere near as good as New Orleans - another sign that you should stick with what a place is known for. Be prepared to see lots of chickens wandering around for scraps. Laid-back but friendly serivce, and lots of tourists. We didn't visit the other Kauai location.
(4)Ann N.
Stop by The Shrimp Station if you're on the west side of Kauai. The price and portion are fantastic. COCONUT SHRIMP w/french fries ($11) - 4 stars The medium sized shrimp were d-lish! Extra crispy and flavorful. They were covered in panko bread crumbs and dried coconut batter. It was cooked perfectly. I was a little skeptical because I saw a few ads in the Kauai visitor guides, but the coconut shrimp was great. It was a satisfying afternoon snack.
(4)Lee P.
An old gas station converted to a drive-in serves shrimp dishes in many varieties. Reasonably priced for Kauai, the quality is good. There aren't many food choices on this end of the island and it's a long haul to the next pocket of civilization. Be aware that they close pretty early in the evening. Seating is al fresco under a ramada along the busy highway. Upscale it is not, but hey it's Kauai and life is casual so go with it. This has a 'locals' vibe. I definitely prefer Shrimp Station to the food at the dowdy Waimea Plantation resort restaurant just up the road.
(3)Emma M.
We went to Shrimp Station (in June 2012) on account of the great Yelp and Trip Advisor reviews. It is definitely a great place to eat if you're on that side of the island. If you aren't already on or planning to go to the west side of the island, then I don't think it's worth the drive. Shrimp plates are $12 each for a good amount of food. Enough to fill you up but not so much that you'd be wasting food. I got the coconut shrimp which was quite tasty. It wasn't greasy, the shrimp was cooked well, and the coconuttiness was just right. It came with a really yummy papaya ginger tartar sauce and fries. The fries were subpar, so substitute for something else if you can. My husband got the sweet chili garlic shrimp with potatoes. The shrimp was flavorful and well made, but know that you have to peel the shrimp yourself. This is not at all a neat and tidy meal. If you eat there, though, they have sinks to wash your hands after the messy meal. Excellent idea. Great stop on the way to or on the way back from Waimea Canyon or Koke'e SP. As with just about everything else on the island, they close early, so get there before 5pm.
(4)John H.
We ate here for lunch, and really enjoyed our lunch. We ate at the location in Kapaa, not in Waimea. Three of us ordered the butter garlic shrimp, and they were amazing. One person ordered the beer battered shrimp, and he was the only one full after the meal. The shrimp were good, and come with a side, but didn't fill us. We would go back again, because it was that good. You can get a coupon for $1 off of $10 from different magazines floating around the island as well, which is great, since each meal costs $12!
(4)Jill D.
I had the shrimp burger because I didn't want to deal with the messiness of peeling shrimp given that I had the munchkin with me. She appreciates being handled with hands that don't smell of seafood lol. I was pleasantly surprised that it came with a drink for the $8 price tag. I think I got the cheapest thing on the menu (unintentional) but it was super filling and delicious. It came with fries and just enough of that delicious ginger-papaya tartar sauce to give it a great tang. I appreciated the casualness of the picnic tables as they were stroller friendly for our crew (there were quite a few of us Ohana Mamas!). I'd probably hit this place up again if I'm in the area. Everything was super fresh and yummy!
(4)Claire J.
This place was easy to find. On your left side if you're going towards Waimea Canyon, and right there right when you come from Waimea Canyon. Now I know Oahu has their shrimp trucks and I've great reviews about them but never had it. But this place deserves its own spotlight. We got the coconut shrimp and cajun shrimp. Coconut shrimp was good! None of those overly sweet coconut around your shrimp. Fries that came with it, was ok. Cajun shrimp was yum!!! Would like to come back. Shrimp was fresh and there's a lot of seating. Appreciate there's a sink to wash you're messy hands.
(5)Rick C.
So we were driving around on the West side looking for a place to eat lunch that was actually open on Sunday. A lovely Local in Hanapepe suggested the Shrimp Station in Waimea. We spotted it right away on the Highway as there were a whole bunch of people standing and sitting around the front. I ordered the Thai Spicy Shrimp and my Wife ordered the Garlic Shrimp. Needless to say we probably won't be kissing each other anytime soon, but they were both quite delicious. A generous portion of about 10 Jumbo shrimp and 2 scoops of steamed white rice did the job. Fingers were quite sticky after wards and the little bathroom was a little sketchy, but we survived. Definitely worth a try. Save room for Jo-Jo's Shave Ice just a block away for dessert.
(4)Brenda D.
Coconut shrimp was excellent! We also had the red pepper shrimp. The sauces here are wonderful - unlike any others we have come across. Not a fancy place which was awesome because I love little local restaurant and dives. Outdoor seating only. One bathroom back behind the building so you will wait in line to wash your hands after eating and you will need to wash your hands after eating because it's so good. Or, take some wet ones. We drove by this place like 5 times before we stopped. Big mistake - should have stopped the first time!
(4)Nuch P.
i ordered the spicy garlic shrimp. i think i may have enjoyed the regular garlic shrimp better. it's more like a 3.5. the spicy sauce they add was kinda sweet for my taste. the aroma was wonderful i must say. it's one of the better option in terms of flavor and price for the area. it gets crowded since the place is small. they don't peel the shrimp for $2, they will peel the shrimp for you.
(4)Aimee A.
Wow! Love this station! I ordered the medium spicy shrimp with cajun sauce and it was sooo good! the shrimps were super fresh! my friend got the fried coconut shrimp and it was good too! will definitely come back!
(5)Laura B.
Coconut shrimp and shrimp tacos where very tasty. Limited options for kids if they don't like shrimp.
(4)Alaina J.
Food was straight forward and tasty. I had the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice. My husband had the shrimp burger with fries. And, my kids had the hot dogs with fries. The food was quickly served and was steaming hot. Aside from having to peel my shrimp, I loved my meal. The sauce was excellent. My husband said the burger was delicious, and it must have been because he didn't even save me a bite. I'm definitely glad we decided to give this place a try.
(4)Carissa H.
This place had great coconut shrimp, but they were pretty expensive for shrimp and fries.
(4)Dan P.
The shrimp is pretty good! I was able to sample a lot of their dishes because we had a large group. We ordered the garlic shrimp, thai shrimp, shrimp tacos, shrimp burger, and coconut shrimp. The garlic shrimp was good but the sauce was a little too creamy. The thai shrimp was awesome and the sauce worked well with the rice as well. The shrimp tacos were pretty big and tasty. The shrimp burger was tasty as well. The coconut shrimp was great if you like that kind of thing. So why 3 stars? I just think it's a little over priced for what it is. It's a great place to pick up some food or get some food after going to Waimea Canyon but for the 6 of us, we spent about $100 and left pretty happy but still a bit hungry. The portions are a little on the light side. You can take the food with you or eat at one of the picnic tables out front. The price for sodas is only $1 which is great.
(3)Jennifer L.
Coconut shrimp and shrimp tacos really hit the spot for us after a long day of hiking in the koke state park. Costly but hey it's tourist prices! Service was super friendly too. And yes that tartar sauce is amazing!!! I substituted my fries for potatoes... And the sauce paired with the tasteless but healthier starch option was excellent! Almost like a potato salad!
(4)Michelle F.
Great roadside stop. We had the Coconut Prawns and Thai Shrimp, both good and a good combo of spicy and sweet. Don't make the mistake we did, forgetting that the sauce wasn't tartar and setting it aside...realizing later that it was a yummy papaya dipping sauce! Not fancy but good food.
(5)Douglas F.
Awesome awesome awesome! W didn't find this place until the last day but it rocked!!! It's a must and very reasonable! Good service! Great shrimp!
(5)Jody Z.
Yum! This little shrimp shack is on the way to Waimea Canyon on the main road. Plenty of parking and outdoor tables. Most items were $11, which I didn't think was too bad. We tried the Cajun shrimp served with white rice and the Coconut shrimp served with fries. Both shrimp dishes were good, but we preferred the coconut. Fries weren't that great. Service was fast and they have a bathroom, which is a plus!
(4)M C.
Was driving to Waimea Canyon, saw the Shimp Station, decided to stop and give it a try! It was a nice surprise! I ordered the Thai Shrimp with rice, VERY delicious and SPICY! Loved it! My husband ordered the Garlic Shrimp, he loved it, but I thought it was too buttery. Personal preference I guess! We also ordered the shrimp burrito and it was gooood!! Would totally recommend it! I would definitely recommend this place!
(4)Michelle S.
$11 may seem pricey for a plate lunch but not when it includes 10 coconut shrimp AND French fries. The coconut flavor is bold and perfectly complimented with a mango tartar sauce. As for the fries, don't expect anything comparable to McDonalds. Yup, the fries are soggy and a bit on the greasy side. Still, the Shrimp Station is worthy of regular visits due to its variety in shrimp dishes. And as an added bonus: a free soda for Kamaaina!
(4)Edita P.
We head a great lunch here before heading to the see the Wimea Canyon and hiking. I ordered the shrimp tacos and they were delicious; it came with 2 tacos and plenty of chips and salsa. My husband ordered the garlic shrimp and it was just as good; he choose potatoes as a side but rice would have probably been better since the shrimp came with a very yummy garlick sauce which you could mix in with the rice. Prices ranged at $12-13. TIP: while you wait for your food to come out , walk a very short distance to the fruit stand next door and get yourself a chilled whole coconut, which they will chop of the top part so you can drink the coconut juice and after you
(4)James M.
Only plain and Spicy Thai Shrimp are Gluten Free. Prices $12 for a plate with rice and about a dozen shrimp. Not as good as I expected but worth the stop. 2 Locations on the island. I anticipated something more link the shrimp trucks on Oahu. My wife loved the shrimp burger!
(3)H O.
This is a tourist trap. The shrimp is OK (but not from the shrimp farm right down the road) and so is the portion size. Coconut was our favourite.
(3)Gerald L.
Good shrimp but they ran out of rice during one of our visits
(4)Fontane L.
This place was solid...good eats for us tourists. Shrimp was fresh, though a little disappointing. $12 for a plate of shrimp and a side (depending on what you order, rice or fries). I got the garlic shrimp, which had a tasty buttery garlic sauce. Husband got the beer battered shrimp - the batter was not very good, so he peeled it off and just ate the shrimp.
(3)Dana S.
Big old portions and tasty food. Shrimp is not as fresh as I'd hope, being three blocks from the water, but it was still tasty. We probably went a little overboard on the fried, but we didn't realized the shrimp burger was deep fried--coconut shrimp (with fries) plus fried shrimp burger (with fries) left two of us in a deep fry coma.
(3)LeAnna C.
We found this place after a trip to see Waimea Canyon (awesome sight). The sweet chili garlic shrimp was by far my favorite. The coconut shrimp is great as well. Can't wait to return to the island again!
(4)Ryan D.
I'm not sure what the big deal is about this place. The place is okay but then again, looking at Waimea, your choices are limited at best. I got the coconut shrimp and it was decent. Fries were basic. I'd say that the shrimp and fries get 1.5 stars. But the surprise of the meal was the papaya ginger dipping sauce. That was light and quite refreshing. That, in itself, made the meal good. 1.5 stars for the dipping sauce and saving my lunch.
(3)Jack N.
Do not leave Kauai until you've eaten here. Oh my goodness!!! We had the cocoanut shrimp and the thai shrimp with rice. Over the top. I went and left more money for a tip when we were done! Absolutely delicious.
(5)Sara J.
Came on the recommendation of several people, and was left rather "meh" by the experience as a whole.The shrimp were large and fresh, but the deveining job didn't remove most of the veins (at least they tried). The spicy chili garlic sauce was too sweet and not at all spicy. (Your results may vary, I have high heat tolerance) My dining partner's mahi burger had a very small strip of fried mahi--didn't even fill up half the bun. Can't fault them for the fact that eating outdoors leads to huge quantities of flies buzzing about, but it was just another irritation. Maybe we ordered the wrong things, or maybe our expectations were too high, but I would have passed this one up for another container of poke.
(2)Ingrid C.
I was pretty excited to get some shrimp. Good things had been said. Good things. And how lucky was I to go with a group of people who ordered a bunch of different things? My contribution to group sharing was the Coconut Shrimp. This was a winner for me, if only because I get too lazy to shell my own shrimp. Finger food all the way. And seriously, papaya ginger tartar sauce? Yum. I enjoyed the other shrimp, too, and will rank them accordingly: - sweet chili garlic shrimp - garlic shrimp - cajun shrimp - Thai shrimp Actually, that's probably a bunch of crap. I liked them all, I just liked the sweet chili one a touch more than the others. Depending on my mood, that could've totally changed. Be careful when it's windy so all your napkins don't fly away!
(4)Robin W.
3.5. The peel and eat far outweighed the fried version in my opinion. The cajun wasn't spicy but flavorful. The shrimp are large and well cooked. Some bread would help to suck up the sauce. We had it with the red boiled potatoes. The beer battered shrimp -- served with french fries -- was bland and the batter coating was too thick. We fed it to the local chickens. Both plates are $12 (each). This is a little stand and you sit outside. Good food and experience.
(4)Raymond W.
Food is good here but very overpriced, $12 an order. If price isn't a consideration, then this is a good place for some shrimp.
(3)Jessica G.
Um. I am obsessed. I have been to the shrimp trucks on the North Shore of Oahu and anywhere else I can find a good shrimp plate. Nothing compares to this place. The sweet chili garlic shrimp are THE BEST. period. They offer boiled red potatoes on the side along with the usual rice option, and the potatoes are a nice different option. Go here. Get the sweet chili garlic shrimp. We are going back to get more and I will try the coconut shrimp as well after reading the other reviews!
(5)Courtney K.
The Shrimp Station is declious, if you like crustaceans! I've had the shrimp tacos and the beer-battered shirmp and both were tasty. The shrimp tacos were different than what I'm used to in San Diego but they are still good and they are big. I was at The Shrimp Station on a Thursday afternoon and it was packed! There wasn't anywhere to park in the lot but luckily we found a spot on the street. The very, very casual outdoor picnic bench seating might not appeal to some people but for me it was the perfect laid-back lunch in Kauai. If you visit Kauai, be sure to visit The Shrimp Station.
(4)Yasaman D.
You get A LOT of delicious shrimp for just $9! I've tried the coconut, beer battered and the garlic shrimps! They were all delicious. Fast service too! Wish it was closer to home!!
(5)Celeste T.
Good shrimp, though if you're not in the mood for it, meh. The picnic tables fill up fast, and there was a line when I was here - you can tell this place is popular!
(3)Kristoffer P.
mmm mmm good. Came here the other day and ordered 3 dishes; the coconut shrimp, sweet n sour shrimp and garlic shrimp. all were delicious and each came with about 6-7 shrimps each served with rice(coconut shrimp with fries). each dish was about $12-14 each. The staff was very friendly. Coming from the mainland, there are other places that I can think of that could compare to this place, but with it being on the island of Kauai, it's the best your going to get! I would of given this place 5 stars, but when I was leaving, I noticed the delivery truck delivering their frozen shrimp; (i assumed it was local fresh shrimp) Nonetheless it was still good and would come back if im on the island!
(4)Scott E.
I had the shrimp taco. For $12 I would have expected some shrimp. It was all rice and shredded lettuce. I think there were some small shrimp chunks hidden behind some do the rice grains but it was hard to tell. I would pass on this place.
(2)Nash N.
Cajun shrimp with rice is too much. It's the best shrimp in Hawaii. Stamped.
(5)Idena S.
I only gave it three stars because I get really excited for healthier fare. I ordered shrimp tacos, which were only ok. The shrimp was chopped and I would have preferred whole shrimp. The tacos were made with flour tortillas and I would liked whole wheat or corn tortillas. The Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp my friend ordered looked terrific, although the shrimp were served un-peeled and he had to use his fingers to peel the shrimp in a rather saucy meal. This is typical for Hawaiian roadside eateries. That said, I love eating at the casual, outdoor eateries in HI, especially the fresh food from the trucks alongside the road. Shrimp Station was a pleasure.
(3)Calvin S.
I will start by saying this review is for the Shrimp Station in Kapaa. We went to Kauai for a week and luckily we found this place on our second day. The shrimp is excellent, I recommend the Thai Shrimp if you like spicy or the beer battered shrimp if you don't appreciate some heat. The prices are great at $12 an order and the place is open past 8 pm, which typically isn't the case in Kauai. If I lived in Kauai, Shrimp Station would become a staple of my diet. Eat, drink and enjoy!
(5)Tina P.
Not as good as Savage Shrimp. But also worth a visit and an easy/inexpensive (compared to other restaurant prices...) spot for lunch.
(3)Steven T.
Awesome sweet chilli shrimp and I ask extra spicy and it was HOT Love it
(4)Michael M.
Good shrimp. Quick even at lunch rush. Peel and eat was great. Beer batter also. Gave it 4 stars because of the dirty tables but food was good.
(4)John F.
Yummy Kauai Shrimp, casual atmosphere, affordable prices!! There are a couple of Shrimp Stations on Kauai, but we happened to go to the one near Waimea. Ordered the Thai Shrimp and a Sweet Chili Garlic and both were excellent! Highly recommending this place if you love shrimp!
(4)Dennis P.
My abortive food on the entire Islam of Kauai and that's saying a lot since there's so much good food and you really can't go wrong. Cajun shrimp is a must! We also ordered the Thai shrimp which was good but Cajun was much better!!!
(5)patty k.
Key points about this place: FRESH succulent shrimp: check garlic: check butter: check more garlic: check friendly locals: check great prices: check trough to wash your now garlic-y hands: check On our way up to hike the Waimea Canyon area, I forced my bf to check out this place that I yelped using my handy-dandy yelp app. It was a little hard to find -- we actually drove by it and had to bust a U-turn -- and parked illegally in front of the church/school and walked across the street. I ordered the Thai shrimp with rice, since the entire time on the island I was craving something super spicy -- after all I AM from Texas and I'm Korean after all. I was missing some spice in my life. (I did see that they had cajun shrimp on the menu -- but when you live in TX -- what people consider cajun who don't live near Louisiana is not cajun. Trust me.) J ordered the coconut shrimp -- because you have to apparently. After only a few minutes of waiting, a hot delicious mess of shrimp with huge chunks of crushed garlic, BUTTER, red peppers, ambiguous spices, couple of scoops of perfectly steamed rice appeared... and that's all I remember, b/c my mouth was slightly on fire... but a good kind of fire.... a buttery fire of GOODNESS. DUN DUN DUN! The shrimp itself were decent in size, fresh, and stewed in their butter-garlic sauce. I even ate the shell that was soft from soaking up all the spices. I didn't want to waste time peeling when I could be shoveling more shrimp and rice into my mouth. haha The coconut shrimp were piping hot -- decent size -- and the coconut batter tasted fresh, crispy, and sweet. It came with some sort of dipping sauce, but they were great without it also. All of this for about $10 a plate. You can't beat that. I think next time (if I'm lucky enough to visit Kauai again) I'll probably get it to go and take it to the beach and gorge while watching the sunset. haha.
(5)Alan A.
My fiance an I ordered the garlic shrimp plate. We went through four dishes by the time we got out of there. This was the best tasting shimp hands down. On our next trip to Kauai, we will definitely be back for another meal!
(5)Nancy P.
Shrimp Tacos are ok, Cajun shrimp is sooooo good, Thai shrimp is a good choice is you don't like very spicy food, Coconut shrimp is awesome, could go cruncher. The other side of Shrimp Station is Island Taco, theirs tacos are very tasty too. We love both of them in one location.
(4)Paul H.
Kinda divey looking when you first get there, but the shrimp is really tasty. Coconut shrimp and the mango tartar sauce were both really good. Shrimp was meaty, and not greasy at all. Fries were pretty typical. I think that we each got about a dozen shrimp, which we ate ALL of! The person next to me got the shrimp burrito, which was huge...and seemed to be enjoying it. A fun stop on the way back from Waimea Canyon.
(4)Monica M.
My mom, fiance, and I were day tripping our way through Kauai and suddenly became hungry for something snackish yet substantial. We landed at Shrimp Station and all but gorged ourselves on the awesome fish and shrimp offerings. We each ordered an item and shared among ourselves: shrimp tacos, thai shrimp, and beer battered shrimp. All were amazing, filling, and flavorful. I highly recommend. What I loved was the character and casualness of the trough to wash your hands..and rinse your face...yes, it can get that messy. All worth it!
(5)Jim F.
Yummy shrimp in paradise. What's not to like! Loved the thai basil.
(4)Kimberly P.
Delicious! We really enjoyed this place. Super casual (picnic benches out front) and not particulary cheap, but overall delicious. I had: Got Garlic Shrimp (it came with rice). It was tasty. The shrimp was very good quality and the sauce was as garlicky as advertised. The shells are on so you will get messy, but there are plenty of paper towels and even an area to hose yourself off at, so don't worry about it. I really enjoyed this dish, but it felt like it was missing something. I will try something else next time we are in Kauai. He had: Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp. It was the exact same dish as mine with a little bit of sweet chili sauce in it which was the exact kick that mine needed. I wished I had ordered his lunch! We love little places like this and had heard great reviews. I would recommend stopping by for some really enjoyable bites!
(4)Manda S.
I will name my firstborn after Shrimp Station. Ok, scratch that. But seriously, I love this place! Simple atmosphere - order at the counter, sit on a picnic table. The coconut shrimp (fried) and the sweet chili garlic shrimp (peel and eat) are THE BEST. If you get the sweet chili garlic shrimp, be sure to get fries so you can sop up the amazing juices. Finish up with dessert at JoJo's and you have had a perfect summer meal!
(5)Anna W.
We ate here 3 times while on the island and if it was up to my husband we would have eaten here more. The Got Garlic is the best! It is a hole in the wall and no indoor seating but personally that is one of the things I like about it. Sometimes we just want a simple but good plate of food. They don't shell the shrimp for you so it is quite messy but the sauce, OMG the sauce! We got the red potatoes with ours and we could have eaten a plate of the potatoes smothered in the sauce! It is worth the place to go when going out to the canyon.
(4)Crisnha E.
This was the first place we went to eat when we landed. We couldn't find it at first but we just called the place and they gave up good directions. They are across from Chevron. Their prices weren't bad and it was filling. We tried the garlic shrimp, sweet chilli shrimp and the coconut shrimp. For fast good eats, shrimp station is the place to go. They have 2 locations one is in Waimea and one is in Kapaa.
(4)Hank C.
This reminds me of the Bubba Shrimp. Right off to the side of the road in Kauai, we stopped by to grab a quick lunch. Tables outside covered and uncovered, we smelt the coconut shrimp and decided that would be good, as well as the spicy Thai shrimp. Decently fried shrimp, and the fries were in the same oil as the shrimp was, giving them a rather interesting taste. Get ready to eat quickly, as they get cold, they're less good - but at least the shrimp size and quantity wasn't bad for the island, and it was fresh. Bathroom around the back was simple and somewhat dirty. Napkins here are the cheap kind... not really effective with the cleaning hands and fingers. Felt touristy, not really where the locals eat.
(2)Maggie C.
Our friend who lives at Hawaii told us this was the place to go for shrimp so we went for it. My initial impression wasn't all that great, it looked like a small shack with out door seating but there were alot of people there (which to me is a good sign.) I had the beer battered shrimp and let me tell you that it was AMAZING! My boyfriend had the coconut shrimp which was delicious as well. Over all it was a very pleasant experience, pricey but very pleasant.
(3)Samantha J.
I ate here twice during my stay in Kauai... yes, the place is a chain, but the coconut shrimp plate is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!! I don't know what kind shrimp cocktail sauce they used, but it was delicious!!!!
(5)Kari P.
Good food, shrimp is frozen so it will not taste like fresh, off the boat shrimp. Was a nice quick lunch stop, wouldn't go out of my way to eat there again.
(3)Laurie S.
Coconut shrimp is amazing!! Ten shrimp for $12 with a lot of fries. I wanted to go back but we ran out of time. My BF ordered the tacos and was a bit dissapointed. It was a little spicey and the shrimp was diced and mixed in a sauce. We thought the tacos were going to contain whole shrimp. This is the perfect stop after going up to Waimea Canyon. The employees were very nice and the food came out fast and hot. The best deal on Kauai!
(4)Irina N.
So Tasty! I ordered the garlic shrimp and it was amazing. Could have eaten a double entry. You have to try it!
(5)Matt K.
Sweet chili garlic shrimp and spicy Thai shrimp for the win. Whether going to or coming from Waimea Canyon, consider this tasty roadside treat. You have to peel these bad boys yourself, but they are already conveniently cut to make it easier. If you're not a fan of peelin', there are fried shrimp flavors too (coconut fried shrimp seemed to be a hit while I was there). Highly recommend!
(4)Ryan J.
Very solid cocount shrimp at a price that is ok, relative to everything else on the island. The sauce was unique, almost like something you'd have on a gyro, but it worked.
(4)Amanda Z.
After all the hype, I wasn't that impressed w/Shrimp Station. I had a couple of the coconut shrimp...it was okay, but not fantastic. Dipping sauce was pretty bland, the french fries were good (but seriously, can't you really screw up french fries?). If you are kamaaina you can get a free drink w/purchase of a meal.
(3)LL C.
had the coconut shrimp for 12 dollars (10 shrimp)....definitely pricey the shrimp was good, but not really what i expected, maybe i ordered the wrong thing...im more use to shrimp plates like what macky's (on oahu) does,,,great marinade, and not fried..but their papaya dipping was great they serve shrimp on a bed of fries, the fries were not good....
(3)Belle C.
Pricey for the quality of shrimp you get, in my opinion, of course. In Kauai, this might be a good local joint but because I had shrimp from shrimp trucks in Oahu, I can only give it 3 stars. We had coconut shrimp(great) and garlic butter shrimp(a-ok) plate. If it was $10/plate... I would have given an extra star.
(3)Steve O.
This place is awesome (well the food anyway). Yeah it's a dumpy shack but the food is soooo good. Fried shrimp A+. Plentiful and large. Shrimp tacos, enough to feed 2. The kid gave a thumbs up to the garlic shrimp. The damage? Cheaper than the shrimp trucks in Oahu and mo' betta' in my opinion. Next trip to Kauai, I'm back again for sure!
(5)David M.
This is yummy shrimp. Their ads say it's the best coconut shrimp on the planet. I don't know that I'd agree, but it's pretty good. I can't give it a fifth star, in part because they're using medium/large shrimp instead of jumbo shrimp. The coconut shrimp is good. The ginger-papaya dipping sauce is OK but isn't a memorable standout. The Cajun shrimp is mild and flavorful. The sweet chile/garlic shrimp is the clear winner on the menu, in our opinion. The rice had probably been sitting in a cooker for a few hours, but when stirred up with some sauce, it's as good as if it had just been cooked. Aside from that, it's about par for the course for shrimp "truck" dining. You eat on patio furniture/picnic tables by the side of the road. Fortunately, the obligatory hand-washing sink is present, because you're going to get your hands messy! We're probably not going that way again on this trip, but we're going over by Kapaa in a few days, so we'll probably go to the other location then.
(4)Elizabeth K.
I had heard that the Shrimp Station was one of the best places to eat on Kauai. I was excited to stop in. I had the coconut shrimp and my wife had the garlic shrimp. It is definitely a better idea to eat at the Shrimp Station than to take the food to go. This is a hands-on eating experience, so grab yourself a seat at one of their picnic tables and enjoy. The menu items and experience is not fancy, but it is tasty. I don't think though that it measured up to "best" place to eat on Kauai. I kind of wish they had some more grilled shrimp options. Everything was a bit grease and oil leaden, but if you are ordering fried, that can be expected. All in all, an ok experience.
(3)Mark M.
Fried on fried on friend food. The shrimp was fresh fresh fresh. We had beer battered shrimp and garlic sauteed shrimp. We both got LOADS of shrimp. The beer battered was, okay. The garlic sauteed was, okay. The fries that came were not as hot and crispy as I like. Nice place...
(3)Karen L.
So many to choose from...how does one decide?!? Good thing I picked one that was oh so yummy...mmmmm Sweet Chili Garlic, it tasted better than the hubby's Cajun! Sweet and tangy just the way I like it, not too shabby for $12...lots of shrimp and rice! The Cajun was good but not spicy enough, I heard the Thai is pretty spicy so next time we're back we'll definitely hit up this place again. Good eats.
(4)Pink P.
We had ordered the Shrimp tacos, Thai shirmps and sweet garlic shrimps. The Thai shrimps were the best of the 3 and spicy! The Shrimp tacos were a little spicy but good and huge. Just down the street from Jo Jo's.
(4)Renee W.
We had stopped at the Shrimp Station 5 years ago on way back from Waimea Canyon and made it another must coming back from Polihale State Beach this time around. Another batch of coconut shrimp and also tried the sweet chili. YUMMY. The only drawback from the sweet chili was that it was in sauce, not peeled and quite messy. But the taste and a wad of napkins took care of that! Outdoor seating was also packed so we shared a picnic table with 2 other couples. Service was very friendly as usual and $12 for shrimp and fries - so worth it! Bottom line: GO.
(5)Joyce L.
Its a fun place to eat... a little shack like on the side of a highway. Comfortable park bench/ picnic table type set up undercover, and a counter that only lifts their fly screen when you're ready to order... or when your food is ready. Here is a place that pays tribute to simple, not fancy food. Shrimp Station does only one thing - sell shrimp. In different sauces and preparations of course. If anything, it is one of the better take out meals I've had on this island. We had the Thai shrimp (which was more a sweet tangy salsa than a Thai sauce... but since when can sweet tangy combination go wrong?), and the beer battered. Sadly they ran out of rice for the Thai when we visited at 3p... less half star. I weren't too keen on the beer battered as the coating was too thick (but then I have not eaten anywhere in the US who does a proper beer batter)... but the Thai dish was lovely. I hear the coconut shrimp is their speciality but since I don't like coconut (yes... you can gasp and ask why am I even on Hawaii) we did not order it. This is a great stop after hiking at Waimea Canyon. Or just a great place to eat if you happen to be on west Kauai :) Not good if you have shellfish allergies.
(4)Sarah K.
For how expensive this island is, this was a great, affordable meal in a cute neighborhood. The coconut shrimp was delicious. Plus points for being so close to Jo Jo's Shake Shack.
(5)Bill K.
Friendly service and decent shrimp. We tried the sweet chili and garlic butter shrimp. They were both tasty but not out of this world. Each dish was $12, which was a little high. However, the long line up of mostly tourists suggests they are doing something right.
(3)Andrew W.
We heard about this place via a island of Kauai guidebook. I was happy to stumble upon it! The menu is simple with about 7 main items to choose from. This provides a good enough variety while making it not too hard to choose from. We ordered 4 different dishes so we could try each one. I personally ordered the coconut shrimp and I thought it was the best of all of them. Everything about it was a great taste except I would prefer a different dipping sauce than what came with it. The shrimp itself had a great slightly muted coconut flavor and an excellent crisp to it. This comes with fries that are just OK and were not very hot. I tried some of the other shrimp selection and the majority of them are "Peel and Eat" so get ready to be a little messy. This place is between $10-$12 for their entrees and for how fresh and good it is I give it my approval. If I happen to be in Kauai again I would stop by for some more coconut shrimp!
(4)Curtis C.
This place is awesome. Went here many times over the course of a few days and tried most of the menu. The best item is the Fish Tacos plate. Second place is the coconut shrimp (and I usually don't like coconut shrimp). Enjoy!
(5)Shelly N.
We stopped at the one in Kapaa. Talk about a pleasant surprise!! Shrimp! Shrimp! And, more Shrimp! They had fish & chips too, but shrimp prepared in like a bazillion different way!! We were not disappointed. So good! And, supercute green color building!! Can't wait to go back! I'd like for one of these to be on Maui!!
(5)Randy G.
Nothing beats this. Fresh shrimp, soaked in butter based sauces, included with red potatoes that suck up the sauce? How about fresh, huge coconut shrimp? Oh man. I could die right after eating here, and I'd be fine. You get to sit outside, enjoy the beautiful Waimea weather. Perfect. Do yourself a favor. Scroll down, look at the photos, and start drooling.
(5)Aaron B.
My hands down favorite are the Shrimp Burgers and Coconut Shrimp. The tacos were far to spicy for the general public... especially kids. It was very authentic and should appreciated for what it is... a family owned greasy island dive with a really great shrimp burger.
(3)Daniel H.
Very simply... Great shrimp but horrible customer service. The two guys working were quite content to keep talking instead of taking our order.
(3)Benjamin E.
Not sure what all the fuss us about. Had the Coconut Shrimp - NOT the "world's best." Also had the Garlic Shrimp- too creamy, not garlicky enough. The Beer Battered Shrimp was good- be sure to buy a cocktail sauce for them if you like cocktail sauce. The sauce is good. The Sweet Chili was just ok. All the peel-n-eat shrimp tastes like sauce is poured on. One good thing to mention is you can buy beer at the store around the corner and drink it there while you eat your shrimp on the picnic tables. Overall, a good place but I don't know what all the hype and 5 star ratings are about.
(3)Doyer Y.
I've been there a few times, with about 10 people. Not a single person thought is was decent.
(1)Vicky T.
YUMM!!! Stopped here after a long hike in Waimea Canyon. We ordered the garlic shirmp and coconut shrimp. I wanted the garlic shrimp spicy they put some thai chilis in the sauce. Let me tell you.. this is definitely different from the shrimp trucks in Oahu.. but good in their own way. The sauces are olive oil and wine base, so it was thicker compared to others.. but Soooo good. In fact.... it was sooo good (and the bf and I are fatties).. we ordered another. We got the Sweet chili one next. It was good but too sweet for my taste. I wouldve ordered the garlic one again but the bf REALLY wanted to try it. We would've came here multiple times if it was closer to our hotel. They are opening up a second location in Kapaa soon, so that should be more convenient if your hotel is centrally located. Go eat here.. super yummy! And the guys that work here are super nice.
(4)J C.
Yumm shrimp. We hit up this place after visiting Waimea Canyon. Group of 5 of us, so we sampled 4 different ones, including the cajun, beer battered, and coconut. Coconut was DELICIOUS. Yes, it's not super cheap, but hey, you're in Kauai, what do you expect? This place doesn't sell alcohol, so do yourself a favor and walk around the corner to a little market (I think it's called Bucky's) and buy yourself an ice cold beer to wash down the shrimp.
(4)Jill M.
Stopped in here on our way home from Waimea Canyon. The line was long but it was worth the wait and we had no problem finding a place to sit. We ordered both the beer-battered and coconut shrimp. Both were tasty and hot. Not even remotely good for you--but who cares! I love eating at clam shacks and seafood stands and this was a really fun experience. Minor nits: Kind of wish they had a spicy cocktail sauce--ketchup just isn't as good. And expect a line to the single-seat restroom if you're there at a busy time. We'd come here again, and again!
(4)Kanae K.
I ordered a "Sweet Chili Shrimp." with rice. I love it!
(4)Monica M.
Spicy garlic shrimp was so good. The shrimp is so fresh. The garlic is not too overwhelming which is great. I give the shrimp 4 stars but the rice was a little hard, not sure but they may have given me the bottom of the rice pan. Some folks like that - I don't.
(3)Jenna C.
Ooooooooh Coconut Shrimp! Yuuuuuuum Spicy Garlic Shrimp! You gotta stop here either before or after going up to Waimea Canyon. It's right at the base of the canyon and will most likely be crowded. The food portions are pretty large and some say 2 people could share a plate, but...when it's this good you just don't share! Coconut shrimp is my favorite but the spicy garlic is pretty much tied. There is so much spice in each bite and all that garlicy flavor is soaked up into the rice below. My mouth is watering just remembering my EXPERIENCE!
(5)Jasmine W.
I don't even really like shrimp all that much but the coconut shrimp here is to die for!!! A must stop in Waimea!!
(5)water b.
If you don't care about the ambience, this is your place to be!! Excellent food! Try the Sweet Chilli shrimp. It's waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay too tempting! :)
(5)Bob K.
Stopped in for lunch. Funky little stand. We ordered beer batter shrimp, garlic shrimp, Cajun shrimp, and fried Tofu. All were good and portions generous. Recommend the garlic shrimp!
(4)Cheri R.
Honestly, I thought the main shrimp items on the menu (cajun shrimp, thai shrimp, beer-battered shrimp, and coconut shrimp) were decent, but nothing to rave about. Out of those items, I dug the coconut ones the most. However, those shrimp tacos are effen amazing. What a perfect snack to devour as you're sunbathing on the beach after a swim in the ocean.
(4)Danielle P.
Like many people before us, we stopped here for a meal full of shrimp after our trek up Waimea Canyon. Unfortunately, our experience wasn't as awesome as everyone else's. The coconut shrimp looks better than it tasted - the batter was flat and consisted only of a hint of unsweetened coconut flavor. Basically, we've had better. The beer-battered shrimp had way too much breading and was also not crispy enough. I actually fully enjoyed the shrimp tacos. As noted by other reviewers, the tacos were HUGE and quite savory. However, the salsa was awful - it was completely bland and tasted as if it came from a can. The Thai shrimp with the two scoops of rice was the best item. So full of flavor and spicy! I'd come back just for this dish. Each dish cost roughly $12. For Kauai/Hawaii, that's pretty standard. Oh, and for the items with fries, for that price, they were skimpy on the fries.
(3)Carrie D.
Fresh and great flavors for the garlic chili shrimp. The sauce was delicious, especially with the rice. The coconut shrimp are OK. I've had better. Not cheap by any means, but I'd do it again.
(4)Amy K.
OVERALL:3.6 FOOD:4.5 SERVICE:3.5 AMBIANCE:3.5 VALUE:3 Coulda been the 3-day Clif bar & unfiltered water diet I'd just endured, but these scrimps woulda done Pvt. Benjamin Buford 'Bubba' Blue proud--YUM. Even if they did come out of the freezer in back, even if they cost $12 (for 10 juicy ones), even if there's no A/C and mucked up picnic tables to fight over....still good! SHRIMP TACOS (winner!) 2 flour tortillas+shredded cabbage+salsa+thin homemade chips+juicy sauteed shrimp. COCONUT SHRIMP Hot, crispy, fragrant, subtly sweet shrimp+memorable ginger papaya dip+golden fries.
(4)Louis R.
A. Killer eats B. I'm there as often as I can, being from Jer-Z C. Garlic Shrimp and rice are staples in my diet D. I eat a garlic shrimp plate there, then take an additional plate to eat at Waimea, then on the way back to Princeville, I stop for another plate...bust that E. I rep the hungry mainland northeasterners well I will forever hit up this gem.
(5)Stan W.
To be fair, I didn't get the peel 'n eat shrimp because I didn't want to make a mess of myself (and it did look really messy). So I don't know if I can't give a completely fair review. The fried coconut shrimp and shrimp burger were not great - a bit on the fishy side which was surprisingly the only time I experienced any trace of fishiness in any of the meals I'd eaten on the island the whole week. The coconut shrimp was greasy and mostly batter. Try Island Taco across the street.
(2)Heather W.
I was concerned when we were told about this place becuase I'm not really a shrimp person. We were on vacation and I figured I try something new so I got the beer-battered shrimp and it was good, kinda sweet. Not the best but still delicious. There was plenty for me to eat and share with the family. The best part is the dipping sauce! Oh my!! It's a ginger-papaya sauce and it's the best seafood sauce I've ever had. BUT Hubby got the shrimp taco and I got a bite....oh my! They were fantastic!! Amazing!! I would fly back right now just for those taco's. It's definitely a fun place to go, you order from the shrimp stand and the seating is all outdoors (some covered, some not). And they had a variety of table sizes which was good because we were a party of 7. We sat at a large picnic table that seated us well and still allowed for conversation and food sharing. However, for you non-shrimp people the only other option I remember seeing on the menu was a hot dog. Oh but try the tacos!! You'll be converted.
(4)Alex B.
My shrimp tacos were not that good, my wifes cajun shrimp was much better and the rice was good too, but with all the good reviews I felt that someone had to say its really nothing special... sorry but I don't think this place is anything to get too crazy about. I have had much better in similar joints...
(3)Jennifer D.
My husband and I stumbled across this little 'diamond in the rough' during our honeymoon in '08. I had the 'Got Garlic' plate which is huge tiger shrimp drenched in garlic and butter. To top it off you get a good portion of rice to go with and that too is drenched in garlic and butter! It's a 30min drive from where we stayed (Poipu) and we ate here 3x during our stay. For anyone that is planning on visiting the beautiful island of Kauai, I highly recommend coming here for a bite to eat! You won't be disappointed!
(5)Tee D.
After hiking three hours in Waimea Canyon, the guy and I were famished. On our way back to our hotel, we drove past The Shrimp Station, a food stand on the side of the road. We looked at each other, and decided, what the hell, let's give it a try. Oh damn. This place was fantanstic. The shrimp were succulent, fresh, and freaking delicious. The guy says this was his favorite meal during or stay on Kauai. He's pretty spot on. We ordered the garlic shrimp and the shrimp tacos. The garlic shrimp may be the best shrimp I've had in my life, and the side of sweet, sticky rice that comes with it is amazing. The shrimp tacos are a bit spicy, but nothing we couldn't handle. And surprisingly enough, the chips and salsa that came with the tacos exceeded my expectations. This should definitely be a definite stop for you - especially if you're on your way to/from Waimea Canyon.
(5)Kristin P.
Cool roadside joint. One of the only places seemingly opened on a Sunday, which is when we stopped. The shrimp tacos are massive (two take up an entire plate). The shrimp is chopped and marinated in a chili sauce that's not too spicy. Sure to please most. Good prices, tasty food, no-hassle.
(4)Phil K.
I'm always a bit cautious about roadside food stands, but seeing how the stand always has customers (I'm frequently in Waimea), we tried it. I ordered the beer-battered shrimp and in two return visits haven't been able to get past that wonderful dish. It's so good I haven't been able to force myself to try anything else. Friends and family are also devotees of this restaurant. Try it. You won't be disappointed. Seating consists of outdoor picnic tables under shade roofs with open sides. Very casual and a faucet on the side of the building to wash your hands when done. I'm sure they have a restroom, but I haven't needed it. employees were nice and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time.
(4)Bri C.
Mehhh I wasn't impressed. Tried the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice and the beer battered shrimp with fries. The sweet chili shrimp wasn't flavorful enough for my taste but the rice was pretty good. Also, the beer battered shrimp didn't taste like anything but the ginger tartar sauce that comes on the side was its saving grace. The fries weren't good at all. Blah. The portion sizes were good. We shared 2 dishes between 4 people.
(2)Drew T.
The coconut shrimp was really yummy with amazing papaya ginger tarter sauce. Their fries were great. Don't get the shrimp tacos though. Warning: the shrimp is ground for the tacos. And they are a complete mess.
(4)Ying L.
We stopped here for lunch around 1pm today. We ordered the garlic shrimps and the coconut shrimps. It took about 10 mins to get our food. Both items were pretty good. The garlic shrimps plate was flavorful and juicy. It came with a side of rice and potato. The coconut shrimps plate had too much coconut on the dough and not as good as the garlic shrimps. The patio has a few tables and chairs to sit. I had to take off 2 stars for the bathroom! It was super super super dirty and old. I don't understand why they cannot spend some money to improve it.
(3)Laurie C.
Had lunch at the Shrimp Station today as it is a must visit for my Stepdad when in Kauai. We tried the sweet chili garlic shrimp with rice (it does need to be peeled) the sauce has a lot of butter flavoring. I enjoyed it and I'm not usually a fan of shrimp. I would have liked it a little more spicy even better. We also had Beer battered shrimp which came with fries. It was okay, the fries were a little undercooked. The portions are pretty good. 2 orders served 4 people. Pretty much every entree is $12. Enjoy
(3)Amanda M.
Amazing food in Kauai! I tried all the different shrimps. My favorite was the garlic! Go here, you won't be disappointed!!
(5)Katya R.
We tried both taco place across street and here. Both very good, here my fav was garlic shrimp with boiled potatoes. Really really good sauce. Across street taco w mahi mahi was also very good. Shrimp taco was ok
(5)Carolyn P.
Coming from New England I'm accustomed to great seafood. After reading all the reviews I was excited to try the shrimp station. I'm not a fan. My shrimp tacos look & tasted like mush. I was expecting succulent bites of shrimp. Instead I had baby food size pieces. My husband got the coconut shrimp. The serving size was generous but the shrimp were beyond overdone. We also got the Thai sweet chili & garlic shrimp. These were the best but again not worthy of another trip back for them. All in all disappointing.
(2)Yvonne C.
Solid 3.5 Recommended in The Ultimate Kauai Guidebook guidebook (which itself I'd highly recommend for self-guided tourists), yet I still wasn't sure how high to set my expectations. The SWEET CHILI GARLIC SHRIMP came with two large mounds of rice, and a thick sauce not terribly spicy, but heavily garlicky. Yum! Unlike the greasy offerings at say, red lobster, the COCONUT SHRIMP here is crunchy yet the flavor is still quite distinctive and you get the end chewiness of dried coconut. Not mind-blowing amazing but shrimp are massive in both, very well priced for the portions. Location is particularly key, right at the base of Waimea Canyon Drive and Kaumuali -makes for a solid meal after a day of Waimea adventures
(3)Sarah C.
On the way up to or back down from Waimea Canyon, stop by here for a shrimp meal. We ordered the shrimp burger & the first thing our cashier said was, "very good!" She was right. I think what really makes it extra tasty is their papaya ginger tartar sauce. I could probably eat that sauce with everything. The shrimp burger was excellent from first bite to last & the large portion of french fries were decent but mostly wasted. It seems restaurants either serve not enough chips or not enough salsa when it comes to chips & salsa. The mango salsa, at least that's what we think it was, was good but we ran out of it before the chips. The chips were a bit salty & cut in different sizes. There's shrimp plates, shrimp tacos, Ono burger, fish & chips, & a handful of side items to order here. They have covered seating & service is quick. We may be back if we go to Waimea Canyon on a better day & if we do, we'll both order the shrimp burger again. Don't hesitate. Try this place now.
(4)Ann C.
Oh my gosh.... This place was so good! We only stopped by once but I wish we made another stop here before we left the island. A little pricey if you ask me but it was fresh so maybe that's why. The shrimp I got was kind of small but it was tasty. I also ordered the Thai tea.... Thai tea was some of the best I've ever had! I ordered the coconut shrimp. We drove by another shrimp station later on but there was no Thai tea stand next door. Not sure when I will make it back to the island but if I do, Shrimp Station will be in the plans!
(5)Martin F.
After tossing the burger from across the road, came here for the fish sandwich with fries. Should have started here.
(4)Cassandra E.
I like my shrimp jumbo, I like to see them on the plate so I can savor each big bite I take while feeling it go in my mouth. I like to see it, taste it and feel that crunchy texture. I am a new shellfish eater as of last April, I found out Lobster is the only thing that will kill me, so the Shrimp Station was definitely in the cards. I ordered the Shrimp Taco plate, as did my friend. I had a lustful image in my head of what I was going to be chowing down on after our long hike and what came out looked nothing like it. Two huge flour tortilla tacos that covered two thirds of the big paper plate with what looked like sloppy joe except made with shrimp inside each tortilla. The rest of the plate covered with corn chips and a mild salsa that tasted like picante (aka I was not a fan, it was neither spicy, nor fresh tasting). I couldn't see any shrimp. Did they grind them up in a blender? The mixture inside the tortilla tasted okay. There was some fresh lettuce atop their blended shrimp and hot sauce concoction so I convinced myself it would be okay. We already waited to what felt like 15 mins for our food and I was getting hangry-- especially after a 5 1/2 mile intense hike and it getting to be so late in the day. Why the three stars instead of one or two? Well...I saw big, beautiful fresh looking shrimp on other people's plates, just not ours. I think we ordered the wrong dish. The other one I saw before I ordered looked like it was drowning in butter. No thanks! So-- it is possible, we just happened to order the worst dish on the menu. The staff was sweet, the location was just fine... And there was plenty of seating. This is a casual place, with patio furniture and outdoor benches. You order and pay up at their screen covered kitchen which reminds me of something you would see at a baseball game.. And then they call your name when your orders up. Would I go again? Maybe... But definitely not for their "shrimp tacos"! Enjoy! PS- The shrimp are farm raised! :-/
(3)Manuel C.
Stop here if you are emaciated or you never had great shrimp or prawns! This place should be renamed Frozen Shrimp Terminal. I recommend any great Poke place on the island.
(1)Ashley W.
The garlic shrimp was pretty damn tasty but this place is overpriced. They weren't the friendliest either. Beware you must work for your shrimp too they aren't peeled so wait for your plate to cool off before you dig in.
(3)Lisa I.
I'll be honest, I was really wanting to love this place. It's been a least a few years since I had last been here, and while I didn't remember what I had then, I recall having somewhat fond memories of my food. I had the shrimp tacos, and while they were very generous in their shrimp "mixture" that showed up in the tacos, the whole thing was kind of a big mess. Spoonfuls of this mixture (which seemed to be chopped up shrimp in some bottled salsa) was put into two store-bought flour tortillas and accompanied with a generous amount of chips and salsa (maybe the same that the shrimp mixture is in?). My sister had their garlic shrimp and seemed to enjoy it a lot more than I enjoyed mine, but the sauce her shrimp came in literally drowned the rice that came on the plate. For some, this might be appealing, but for me, I would fit it overwhelming. While Island Taco tends to take forever to get your order, I would side with eating there before coming back. Sigh. I tried. Maybe their spot in Kapa'a is better?
(3)Amanda H.
Cajun Shrimp!!!! You must try and have to eat. Our table tried the Cajun Shrimp, Coconut Shrimp,Garlic Shrimp, Thai Shrimp, and Sweet Chili Shrimp - all were fabulous. My ultimate favorite was the Cajun Shrimp. The staff was great and the service was super fast. I love this place...
(5)Cynthia L.
This place is a must!!!!!!!! GO!!! We ordered the beer breaded shrimp and the garlic, omgosh I passed out! This food was incredible!!! At first we were kind of sketchy about this place because of the high price (plate $12), but it was worth every cent!! One plate is more than enough for one person and it fills you up! Stop looking for where to eat and GO!!!!! Cashier was really cool, she even gave me tips on shopping for local made stuff and where to go. And this is the Waimea shrimp station, there is another one in Kapaa...
(5)Jamie B.
SHRIMP!!! Great taste. We ordered the local's favorites, Garlic Shrimp and Beer Battered Shrimp. Both came with 10pcs of shrimp and we requested white rice. Beer Battered shrimp comes with your choice of fries or mashed potato, we opted for rice (comes with two scoops rice). The tartar sauce was a papaya ginger chunky sauce and it was very good! Attention Kama'aina: a free canned Pepsi or Diet Pepsi is included! Price is the same as Giovanni's on Oahu's North Shore. Each plate cost $12.95, if I remember correctly that's the same as Giovanni. The Garlic Shrimp at Shrimp Station was definitely better than Giovanni because it was a garlic cream/butter sauce as opposed to just chopped garlic and butter sauce. I would recommend and visit again! :)
(4)Waiza D.
Me and my husband went to see the Waimea canyon lookouts today and of course we were both so famished and saw this while heading back to our hotel! Service was good, the food was so delish!!
(5)I H.
We come from California and are pretty customed to seafood. The Shrimp here tastes so so and its really really overpriced.
(2)Santa Cruz C.
AMAZING FOOD. I got recommended to go to this place by a girl working at our hotel. Probably some of the best shrimp I've had on Kauai. My favorite was the spicy Thai shrimp. Great quick eat if you're in Waimea!
(5)Louise Z.
prices were high but normal for the area. the Garlic shrimp was tasty and tender however I would've liked more garlic. the batter for the coconut shrimp was very good and crispy and the dipping sauce made it even better.
(4)Diana N.
We came by for a snack after our visit to Waimea canyon. It's a walk up window with outdoor picnic tables. We ordered the garlic shrimp and the Thai shrimp. Both served with rice. The flavors were outstanding! I thoroughly enjoyed the garlic shrimp the most. The Thai shrimp definitely has a spicy kick. Drop by next door to grab some fresh coconut water with your shrimp meal! When you're done with your coconut water, you can bring it back to the lady and she'll chop up the fresh coconut meat for you. WIN WIN!
(5)Scott M.
The shrimp station wasnt as good as the yelp reviews said it was. I order the garlic shrimp it was kind of bland. The best thing was the coconut juice store next door where we had a fresh juice. Overall it was a decent shrimp just needed more spices.
(3)Craig L.
I don't usually eat at roadside shack restaurants but this place rocked! We had the coconut and fried shrimp plus fish and chips. All amazing and top restaurant quality. The best part was the dipping sauce made with ginger and papaya...like a tarter sauce but a million times better! Highly recommend stopping by when in Waimea.
(5)Charlie Rae Y.
We dined her at the recommendation of our boat captain and due to the fact that we saw several locations across the island and it sounded yummy. Maybe it was a bad day, maybe we ordered the wrong thing? We had the fish tacos and a fish burger. It was all just mediocre. The whole place was pretty dirty and service not so great. I will say the portions were adequate. We had much better food at restaurants and food trucks/shacks across the island.
(3)Connie S.
This place is a hidden treasure in kauai!! As a shrimp lover I loved how their entire menu was focused on shrimp! From their cajun shrimp and shrimp tacos to their beer batter shrimp and coconut shrimp everything was fantastic. My yoga instructor actually introduced this place to me and said that its a place i have to stop by while on vacation and im glad she recommended it!
(5)Nicole N.
Don't stop...better place across the street. These do not look like Kauai shrimp!! Salsa is lacking in flavor, shrimp tacos are a hot mess, coconut shrimp was the only decent thing we ate. Sweet chili shrimp with rice was also decent.
(2)Jeffrey B.
Okay shrimp tacos. Shrimp chunks, not whole shrimp. Greasy sauce. Large size though. Chips and salsa average too. Wouldn't eat here again.
(3)Lora C.
The Shrimp Station was our first stop on the island of Kauai. It was conveniently located across the street from our hotel on Kapaa so it was the best choice. I went with 5 other people so we decided to try a variety of things. But by far our favorite was the coconut shrimp! It's served with either fries or rice. Let me just say the shrimp was delicious. A lot of times at other places your paying for a lot of the Coconut crust and less of the shrimp. But the shrimp was juicy and delicious and the coconut crust was crispy coconutlicious lol A few other noteworthy dishes were the Garlic Shrimp and the Fried Shrimp. Either way it's hard to go wrong at The Shrimp Station. As far as a price point it's priced similar to everything else on the island, which is a little overpriced. But, I left with my tummy happy and a little dent in my wallet. Mahalo!
(4)Willow R.
Good fry oil, nothing tasted burned or too fishy. The ginger mango sauce tastes like tartar sauce which was not good with the coconut shrimp, they should switch up to a sweet chili sauce or cut mayo. Otherwise would have been a5 for the price and convenience.
(4)Tim R.
This was ok but I expected better. Went for the garlic and coconut shrimp after our Waimea Canyon hike. The garlic shrimp was the best of the two as I though the coconut shrimp was a bit too sweet. I did enjoy the very soft almost mushy rice that came with the dish. Get the coconut next door to wash down the shrimp.
(3)Lonnie H.
Good and fast food, not too pricey, I liked the food. The staff was polite and friendly.
(4)mermaid m.
Much better than the one in kapaa. Shrimp shrimp shrimp local shrimp. Yummy Huge shrimp tacos. Shrimp Burger only $8 with Fries and with a ginger tartare sauce. Spicy Garlic shrimp are crazy good! Can't go wrong. There is always a line and food comes fast!
(5)Mark Y.
The shrimp sure is fresh.. big tender prawns really. yummm got the thai flavor - with rice. awesome. wife got the coconut shrimp with rice.. the dough/fried aspect was just ok. i would stick to the peel and eat types..
(4)Thad G.
We had the garlic shrimp, coconut fried shrimp, and the shrimp tacos. All were a smashing success. This is a small roadside "stand". I suggest going next door to the fruit stand and getting a fresh coconut to enjoy while you eat. Just look for the place with a long line right by the road!
(5)Ashlyn M.
We had the coconut shrimp and the garlic shrimp and it was very good!! The food was 4 stars. The person working the window was 1 star. Customer service was awful. Probably the rudest person on the island. I was caught off guard because everyone on the island has been so friendly, yet the man taking our order was not friendly at all.
(3)Angela R.
We went here for lunch after driving the Weimea canyon all day. Kind of disappointing. Thai shrimp was tasty but watch out they leave the shell on.
(2)Airika P.
We ate here today based on yelp recommendations and while the staff was friendly and service was good, I have to admit I was a little disappointed. We ordered the coconut shrimp with rice and the beer battered shrimp with fries. Both were generous portions of 10 shrimp. The coconut shrimp were awesome! Great flavor, the only thing is I think they would be better with the sweet chili sauce. The papaya tartar just didn't compliment the shrimp. The beer battered shrimp were completely lacking in flavor...mostly just greasy, and would have benefitted from some spices in the batter or a more flavorful dipping sauce. The rice was fine - it's just rice, and the fries were fresh, but not seasoned (so make sure you do that). All in all, unless you're a shrimp fanatic, I wouldn't say you should go out of your way for this one, unless you just want to support a friendly local business, in which case you should order the coconut shrimp. :)
(3)ImLookingAt U.
Not impressed Too much yelp hype Ordered the shrimp taco plate. 2 large shrimp tacos in soft flower tortillas with cheese, lettuce in a mild spicy sauce. The shrimp were not whole, rather they were all chopped up and mixed with the sauce that did not provide enough flavor. $12. Served with tortilla chips and a very spicy salsa. Bottled soda $2
(2)Jennifer C.
Not sure why people love this place. The coconut shrimp was decent but slightly overcooked. Fries unsalted. Had to ask for something different for the sweet chili shrimp we ordered, the shrimp and rice were both way overcooked. Found multiple shrimp that weren't properly deveined...
(2)Roots G.
Meh, ok but wouldn't come again. Ono burger was good, coconut shrimp were over-cooked and with the chewy coconut batter, too much chewy! Sauce on the garlic shrimp was delicious but shrimp was overcooked in this dish as well. Fries were not memorable. Bummer.
(3)Seanessy G.
The coconut shrimp and fries are FRIED guilt but good. Quick friendly service despite the lines. But it is too expensive and I would like to have a coconut prawn option without fries - overkill on the fried part
(3)Natalia P.
This place is very conveniently located, but it serves OK food. My boyfriend and I stopped by here for lunch after we've done sightseeing in Waimea Canyon. He got coconut shrimp with fries and I ordered Thai shrimp with potato. My shrimps were not peeled, which I didn't expect and it was a bit of a hustle to peel each and every shrimp myself. Maybe I got spooled eating only peeled shrimps in other places. The sauce was spicy and delicious. Coconut shrimp was good, but we could barely taste coconut flavor because the butter flavor was too strong, in my opinion. Overall, if you are starving on the way back from Waimea canyon, this is one of your options.
(3)Haley M.
Delicious shrimp. The cocktail shrimp is juicy with a nice zesty cocktail sauce included. Coconut shrimp is perfection. I don't like coconuts or coconut flavoring. This was sweet and juicy and the dipping sauce was a perfect match. The french fries are average but the shrimp are the main event so who cars :) Enjoy!
(5)Aom K.
Stopped by here twice in our six days stay. They are good. I got scampi garlic both times. They are CASH ONLY, so make sure you brought the cash with you.
(4)Karen W.
Visiting here from the mainland and since my friend and I are shrimp lovers we had to give it a try. SO glad we did!! I had the Cajun shrimp, which was delicious, and she had the shrimp tacos, which were excellent. This place is a must stop when you are in Kauai!
(5)Tiffany W.
This place came recommended by a local and it does not disappoint! The coconut shrimp is crispy and has great flavor to it. Hits the spot if you are in the mood for fried food. Location is great; right near entrance to Waimea park. Friendly service and overall great pit stop.
(4)MellyJim H.
Order the Shrimp Tacos, they are awesome. They give you two tacos and they are really filling. I had to eat the second one later. Really good local place. Just remember, you are on Aloha time. No rush bra.
(4)Taco Y.
This is the third time we have eaten at the Shrimp Station on three seperate trips to Kauai over ten years. We have eaten coconut, beer batter, and garlic shrimp. My personal favorite is the coconut shrimp. On this trip I heard that the Shrimp Station has been sold by the original owner since my last trip to Kauai. I also found out that there is another Shrimp Station located in Kapaa. That is great. Won't have to travel all the way to Waimea when staying near Lihue. The coconut shrimp had a slightly bitter taste from being overcooked but still was tasty. The difference in taste from previous trips was probably due to the slight overcooking. The order contains about a dozen shrimps and comes with fries. My wife had the garlic shrimp that comes with rice or potatoes. She had half of each. The garlic sauce is garlicky and quite tasty. The shrimps come with the shells on. To me peeling the shrimp with the garlic sauce on is quite messy. You end up sucking the sauce off to deshell the shrimp then dunk back in the sauce. It would be nice to have deshelled shrimp cooked in the sauce. The garlic shrimp was tasty. But for me the coconut shrimp is their signature dish that I order whenever I'm at the Shrimp Station. The Waimea location is quite old. The unisex rest room is in a seperate building in back. There is plenty of clean varnished picnic tables outdoors in the shade. Being outdoors, you'll have to shoo the flies away while eating. I can remember on a previous trip being inundated by flies. When in the area of a Shrimp Station, I will be back to eat their coconut shrimp.
(4)Julie S.
I was disappointed with the shrimp here - it completely paled in comparison to the shrimp trucks on Oahu's North Shore. I got the garlic shrimp and the bf had the Thai sweet chili shrimp. Both were drowning in the buttery sauce and still managed to under deliver on the flavor. The shrimp itself were on the smaller, less-than-super-fresh side. I expected to find the seafood to be superior to the mainland, but that just wasn't the case. Lastly, portions are on the smaller side. From the other reviews, I wish I'd ordered the coconut shrimp instead. Maybe that dish alone would redeem this place.
(2)Kevin K.
Oh man the garlic shrimp is soooo good. Buttery garlicy goodness on a plate. Definitely one of the best things we ate while in Kauai. The coconut shrimp was fine and tasty but the garlic was definitely the standout. Ok priced at 12 bucks a plate.
(4)Maureen S.
Seriously the BEST shrimp tacos I've ever had!! Ok, this is just a roadside stand, and you eat on picnic tables, but I value the flavor and quality of food over ambiance and that is why this gets a 5 star rating from me. Also had the sweet chile shrimp which was really great too, but honestly I'm going back for the shrimp tacos. If you're in Kauai, do not pass up the opportunity to go to the Shrimp Station!!
(5)F F.
This place was good. Being in Hawaii for over a week we had several shrimp meals. I personally thought this place was ok and would of given them a 3. I ordered the beer batter shrimp, coconut shrimp, and sweet chili garlic shrimp. The shrimp was cooked well and the sweet chili was easy to peel. My grandma and mother however ordered the garlic and thai shrimp and loved it. My grandma is a very hard woman to please so that must of meant something. So if you go stick with the garlic and thai? ;)
(4)Cindy Z.
Delicious! Stopped here after visiting Waimea Canyon and ordered the Spicy Garlic Chili shrimp with rice and the hub had the Thai style with potatoes. You will need to peel the shrimp, but they were cooked perfectly! Really hit the spot after a long day hiking/sightseeing.
(5)Grace H.
I love shrimps, always have since I was a kid. I seen this chain of cafe in Kapaa before. After visited the Waimea Canyon, this place located on the main road near the exit of the Waimea Canyon, starving and pulled up to try the food. It is really like a food truck type of place although it is a cafe. Menu is simple, either fried or shrimps with different favors. There is also chicken on the menu as well. I had the Garlic Shrimps with Rice. II am not going to say it is the best shrimps, but I was hungry, and memory seems to tell me that I ate everything, and the favor was there, the shrimp is fresh. Friendly staff. There are table and chairs where you can sit and eat out in the open air.
(4)Kathy S.
This is a little shack has Out of this World coconut shrimp! Crispy with lots of coconut!! The portion sizes are very generous and it comes with a heap of thin crust frîes! Fantastic!! Hubby had the Sweet Chili Garlic shrimp which was not spicy. It was in a creamy sauce and served with rice or boiled potatoes. Yummy! Don't pass this one by!
(5)Tiffany H.
Hubs can't leave. He loves it so much. We got half coconut half beer battered after hiking Waimea Canyon! Fantastic!
(5)Kevin B.
After visiting the local park, we stopped here for lunch. Our food was fast, fresh and very tasty. Did I say fresh? It was some of the freshest we had on the island.
(4)Letty J.
One of Kauai's must haves if your looking for a quick seafood fix. Their beer battered shrimp and coconut shrimp were on par with the papaya ginger dipping sauce! Looking forward to go again when I visit Kauai.
(4)Eric R.
Excellent option in a town with little dining appeal. Driving through this town leaves you wondering where the dining options are located. Our 3 options were a taco stand, the shrimp station, and a juice bar. 5 of ordered our meals and it came to $67. The meals came quick. The coconut shrimp was ok. Just ok. Don't get the extra tartar sauce. The best meals were the shrimp tacos and the sweet garlic chili. It's worth stopping at on the way through, but not worth to. Going with 4 stars because of the charm and ample parking spaces.
(4)Ellin C.
we got the garlic shrimp and thought it was not as good as we had hoped. Maybe we were hoping for the same type of garlic shrimp from Oahu's North Shore. The shrimp itself was doused in this buttery thick sauce with two scoops of rice and it was a little too rich in my opinion. Should have tried the coconut shrimp instead. Both hubby and I preferred Island taco across the street.
(3)Eunju J.
First reason i give them 2star because that is not kauai shrimp(the worker told me that) 2nd reason ,northahore faimous (ohau) shrimp truck has better taste of shrimp plate
(2)Ethan L.
A simple shack off the main drag in Waimea. It's shrimp. They look a little medium to medium small 41/50 which I was hoping they'd be slightly bigger but they do the job in terms of the numbers you get in a serving. The coconut shrimp is popular and after you have some you'll know why. Served with a simple bed of fries, they are plump and fresh and are toasted real nicely with a hint of sweetness. They also come with a unique dipping sauce that is almost like a creamed seasoned coconut puree, that really goes well with them. A can't miss option on the menu. Garlic shrimp is nice as well. Real garlic, with some occasional chunks (not the canned or jarred stuff either) and extremely buttery. Getting this with rice is a must. An easy no brainer lunch spot that is worth it in the area.
(4)Alohagems M.
We've tried there different shrimp menu and it was all salty. Birds and flies were everywhere.
(2)David O.
The Coconut Shrimp is not just the best Coconut Shrimp I've ever had; it is one of the best things I've ever eaten anywhere! Stick with this people, you can't go wrong.
(5)Valerie S.
Though Shrimp Station is a franchise, I'm a pretty big fan. They've got lots of fresh, flavorful dishes that are made pretty fast and are relatively affordable. I had the shrimp tacos, which I was hoping would have whole shrimp in them. Instead it was a shrimp salad that was still good but robbed me of the shrimp texture I love. I'd definitely love it more if they were whole shrimp. It's a bit odd that it's either potatoes or rice with the shrimp, but it felt like a pretty local experience, despite, like I said, the franchise bit.
(4)Alan S.
I fear that I may never have shrimp like this again in my life! Words can not do justice to the flavor sensation that you get from the shrimp and the sauces. I had the cajon and my wife had the sweet chili. Both were off the charts. It's right down the road from Waimea canyon. A must visit!
(5)Jaclyn B.
Husband and I needed a snack after we hiked to Waimea Canyon. We opted to split a coconut shrimp platter that ran $12.95.... we did have a $1 off coupon that came from a local visitor guide that was right next to the ordering stand (a fellow traveler told us about it). The platter came with a decent portion of shrimp and fries. It was good... but not worth the hype we kept hearing prior to our visit. The papaya ginger dipping sauce was incredibly good however.... I think this has potential to be used in so many ways!!! If we happen to be in the area, you know from Michigan, we might consider another visit :) We did not feel it is a MUST do though.
(3)John R.
Crappy service I came here because of online coupons. They would not honor online coupon said it needs to be printed. Coupon says present this code to your restaurant. What's worse is the bad attitude of the employees. Coupon for free soda not honored.
(1)Erin P.
Very tasty shrimp! We had the fried coconut shrimp and garlic and sweet chili shrimp. We really enjoyed both. Didn't have to wait long. The young guy taking our order was less than helpful though. We asked where the bathroom was and he said around the corner but neglected to mention he needed to supply a key. Thanks dude. But the food was great!
(4)Jennifer W.
I don't think that I could ever get enough of these shrimp! There are so many great places to eat on the Island of Kauai (pretty sure I have eaten at all of them on my visits) and Shrimp Station is one of my favorite. We usually stop at the one in Waimea on our way out to Polihale beach. It's the perfect spot to grab food before heading out to the deserted end of the island. The menu is simple with 6 different flavors of shrimp - hot garlic, sweet chili, cajun, thai, beer batter, and coconut. My favorite is definitely the cajun, YUM! they also have tacos and burgers if for some reason you stopped at the SHRIMP station but aren't in the mood for shrimp ;) Shrimp Station is a must try if you are on the island and, trust me, you will go back for more!
(5)leilani b.
Waimea Location - Ordered Got Garlic, Thai Shrimp and Coconut Shrimp. Yummy. The best is Coconut Shrimp by far. Thai Shrimp is spicy. An outdoor shack worth the stop.
(5)Will S.
So the power was out in Waimea when we visited today, so perhaps this is unfair. But when I spend the entire afternoon in the men's room after eating someplace, that generally warrants a 1-star review and a BEWARE warning for those who read my review. Because of no power, their fryer wasn't working and this limited the menu somewhat. I went with the shrimp tacos and they came out looking huge and good. Big tortilla, lots of lettuce, I picked it up to take my first big bite and WHAMMMO! Let me say I love spicy food, I tolerate very spicy sushi with lots of wasabi, spice is my thing...But wow, was I unprepared for the KICK in the back of the throat from these tacos. They were loaded with something called Uncle Sids salsa...holy crap dude. Let's just say, it was hot going down, and an hour later coming out...sorry, but Shrimp Station is off the list big time. BEWARE OF UNCLE SID.
(1)Justin C.
I thought this nice shrimp station was going to have freshly caught shrimp.. I walk up to the order station and they have a very nice easy to read menu.. everything sounds so good and smells delicious I couldn't make up my mind. The cashier told me that the coconut is the top seller and the beer battered shrimp is a favorite also. I ordered the beer battered shrimp and it was very delicious.. without a doubt. Yum. But don't be fooled, this is not fresh shrimp that they are using...They used previously frozen packaged shrimp. I saw them prepping the shrimp and the packages next to them.. I was a little disappointed in that fact, but after tasting it.. it didn't matter a whole lot to me because their recipe for this again is delicious .
(4)Chuck L.
A real hole in the wall small walk up window, order and find a table outdoors I had the Garlic shrimp which was I think 12 shrimp covered in a thick Garlic sauce with 2 big scoops of white rice. My wife had The SWEET CHILI GARLIC SHRIMP also came with two large mounds of rice, Was a little worried the sauce would be too much but we ate every last drop of that frickin sauce Yum! Very tasty!!
(5)Stacey C.
Coconut shrimp and fries. What was all the hype about? I think we should've saved our stomachs for some good tacos that were down the road. A lot of people were crowding around here so we figured we could make a pit stop here and grab a snack. Wow the coconut shrimp was drenching with oil. And they put the fries underneath the coconut shrimp so if you ate the fries, you were eating the excess oils from the coconut shrimp. The shrimp itself wasn't that bad...for frozen shrimp. You could tell it wasn't fresh shrimp. You can pass this place. Not worth the stop!
(3)Rachel K.
Be prepared to wait at least 40 minutes for your food. We had to actually leave without our order because the food took so long and we would have missed our flight otherwise
(3)Mel D.
Worst place I've ever eaten in Kauai was Island Taco which is right across the street from Shrimp Station, which makes Shrimp Station the next worst place I've ever eaten in Kauai. 10 pcs of bland Garlic Shrimp swimming on butter with rice costs $12.50. It's nothing special and not worth trying. But if you have a choice between Island Taco and Shrimp Station, choose Shrimp Station. If you can hold your hunger, go somewhere else please.
(1)Greg R.
I had the shrimp tacos. The wife had garlic shrimp. Both meals came with a lot of great tasting food. I would like to eat there again, but we won't have time.
(4)Paul S.
The shrimp ain't bad and it's super quick, but that's probably because the kitchen leaves the messy shrimp peeling to you! Rude and impatient service, overflowing garbage cans, dirty tables, disgusting bathroom, etc. Poorly run restaurant. Is the shrimp worth the rigmarole? Nope.
(1)Sam W.
This place is awesome! If you're passing through the area, I highly recommend stopping in here. It's a great place for a snack if you want to share, or a full meal if you don't. It's pricy, but each order of shrimp comes with quite a bit. As far as what to order, I'll repeat what I said in my tip. Anything worth having is worth working for. To that end, GET THE PEEL AND EAT SHRIMP. Shells and legs = juiciness and flavor. Worth it! I recommend the sweet chili garlic. If you can't hang with the peelage, the coconut are great too. Shrimp it up.
(5)Bobby L.
Sitting in the middle of Waimea on Kaumualii Hwy sits Shrimp Station. This particular restaurant is mentioned multiple times in tour guides and pamphelts that welcome you to the island. After spending some time in Waimea, I finally made the time to order a dish from this tourist filled hot spot. I had the sweet chilli garlic shrimp from Shrimp Station and some fries. It was truly a delicious dish. The sauce was spot on, shrimp were good, and as the sauce flowed over onto my fries, it became a delicious gloopy mess. A sweet, spicy, and garlicy waltz ensued in my mouth. I loved it! Loved it, until my sensitive stomach started pushing back. I didn't feel nauseaed or anything my last sentence would have you believe, but the extremely creamy flavorful sauce did start weighing me down. No problem, just make sure to have a good cold soda on hand to keep you refreshed while you make your way through this dish.
(3)Miriam W.
I was starving, by the time we reached the shrimp station, after hiking a rough 6 mile trail in the Waimea Canyon State Park. Rain, mud and change in elevation added to the difficulties, But I am here to review lunch, Chose the Cajun shrimp and by mistake asked for the potatoes (thinking fried). Shrimp, while tasty, just didn't agree with my tummy. The boiled potatoes that came with the shrimp had not been boiled. What a disaster. Tried explaining to the young kid at the counter that the cook had neglected to cook the potatoes-- he just kept pointing to the menu. I suspect that the various pokes available at the deli section if the Big Save would have been a better choice-- at least for me.
(3)John M.
Coconut and beer battered shrimp plates were a hit with the kids (shrimp and fries). I had the Thai/Garlic shrimp which is served in a fairly thick sauce with white rice. The taser was average but the shrimp were still in their shells and it was a mess trying to peel them with all the sauce they were in. Seems silly they didn't come peeled. Outside dinning area needs a regular cleaning. Good amount of flies around the place.
(3)Leah L.
Four stars? Really? I don't know if people are just thrilled to find a place where a meal costs less than $50, but this place kind of sucked. The coconut shrimp were pretty good, but the fries had zero salt on them and tasted really awful. They were out of ketchup. There is no indoor seating, just a few sticky tables with flies everywhere. It wasn't like eating poison, but I probably won't return.
(2)Jacklin M.
Shrimp tacos were just ok - the shrimp were chopped up and mixed with a tomato type sauce and white rice and iceberg lettuce. The service was quick and the staff was pleasant and the price was pretty good at $12 for two shrimp tacos and a side of chips and salsa. The salsa was great! Overall nice lunch but not great shrimp tacos.
(3)G P.
Shrimp was pretty tasty . I don't like that you have to self peel but oh well. I wanted to try the garlic one , which is what I ordered, but they messed up my order and gave me the white sauce one instead. Didn't want to wait in the long line again so I just ate it. there's a stand next door with young coconuts that are really tasty...go get one of those to go with the shrimp!
(4)Christine B.
Coconut shrimp were uber coconutty and served with a side of fries. Shrimp tacos were shrimpy (that's a good thing, BTW), filling and could be shared by two people and comes with a side of chips and salsa. Friendly service. A bit more than your average shrimp truck (think shrimp shack with outdoor patio furniture nearby for your dining comfort). After a long morning of intensive hiking in Waimea Canyon, the food hit the spot.
(4)Catherine S.
Coconut shrimp here can not be beat! The papaya tartar sauce is something I will be craving for months to come. Easy snacking / dining on the side of the road - simple and straightforward. I had this treat twice while on a one week visit to Kauai I loved it so much! After a day of hiking in Waimea this is the perfect snack for the way home. Go!
(4)El L.
We stopped by at 7:50 pm, starving. Ordered garlic shrimp and rice and were told they were out of rice, but could offer potatoes. Potatoes with shrimp? How lame. It takes 5 minutes to make white rice! I wish I could rate their food but we walked out. The place seem dirty inside.. and the workers seemed like they didn't care..
(1)Lauren H.
Shrimp Station is a must stop attraction to or from polihale park. Plates are $13 and well proportioned. The coconut shrimp served over fries had the perfect amount of sweetness and crunch. I picked the bits of coconut from the plate because I wasn't ready to be done with it. The spicy Thai peel and eat were satisfying. Spicy food lovers will say they want more great while noon spicy food eaters will say they're fiery. The flavors were sweet and savory and the rice was a nice side dish to help sop up the sauce.
(5)Christina B.
Ordered the got garlic. 13 bucks for about 12 pieces of shrimp and two small balls of rice. The shrimp isnt deshelled all the way which is fine. But the taste was off for my stomache to handle. The garlic sauce was too sweet for me to go well with the shrimp. The employees were relatively prompt.
(3)Caroline R.
Delicious! We stopped by on our way back from waimea canyon and shared3 different dishes - Thai shrimp, Cajun shrimp, and coconut shrimp. All 3 were delicious. The Thai and cajun were a tie for us - we couldn't decide which was our fav!
(5)B S.
Great shrimp flavors and fixings. Nice portions. Tasty sauces and fixings.
(5)Teresa M.
My family stopped after a day at the beach and the coconut shrimp and beer battered shrimp were great. We made sure to make another stop before going back to California.
(4)kristine k.
Coconut shrimp was the bomb! A dozen shirmp and fries, friendly service, received meal quickly and plenty of seating.
(5)Judith D.
I would really like the recipe for the tarter sauce that came with the Ono platter. Does any one out there know the recipe? Thanks
(5)Lori W.
The shrimp tacos is truly fabulous. We ate at both the Waimea and Kapaa restaurant. We also had the beer batter (I liked) and coconut shrimp (hubby liked). The only thing that I did not like, was the attitude of the young man at the window. And he served us at both places. I'm sure dealing with tourists is hard, and mainlanders are not so well liked, so I give him the benefit of the doubt. But that would not stop mefrom returning on another visit. Great food! Do not pass this one by!
(4)James L.
Order: Shrimp Burger, fries, Coconut water next door. The burger was well executed with tarter sauce. The burger was awesome! Fries where simple and good. Go next door for the fresh coconut water!!!! I wish I lived here, because I would be back!
(5)An N.
This stand was next to the fresh coconut spot and since we were hungry we had lunch. You can see them breaded the shrimp right in front of you so you know it is freshly made to order. I had the fish 'n chips, which was so fresh that the fish and batter was just so good. the fries were almost shoe string like and it was nicely salted. It seems like everything on Kauai is a moms 'n pop shop. My family liked it here and my sister in law loved the coconut shrimp. You can see that the batter was real coconut and when she took a bite you can hear the crunch and she said it tasted freshly made, which it was.
(4)Jennilee W.
For cheap eats, this is the best place to go. Everything here is delish! It's about $13.00 a plate. You get a ton of huge shrimps and either fries or rice with your order. The coconut shrimp is the best coconut shrimp I have ever had. The dipping sauce it comes with is awesome. The cajun shrimp is my favorite. Not spicy and the shrimps are covered in a creamy sauce. Oh it is finger licking good. The sweet chili garlic shrimp is good too. If I ever come back to Kauai, I will definitely come back to this place to try the other flavors. Mmmm my mouth is watering just thinking about it. Shrimp Station - definitely worth visiting in Kauai. Trust me! The only person who would not like this place is if they don't eat seafood.
(4)Aimee E.
I got the thai shrimp and my husband got the cajun shrimp and my brothers got the coconut shrimp. Hands down the cajun shrimp won. Don't even try the other two.
(4)Kari S.
Great chips and actual salsa (not the tomato paste that is common). Cheap prices for the island and a good amount of food. We stop whenever we are on this side of the island. The garlic shrimp is good and be prepared to get messy.
(4)Roxanne R.
WHY OH WHY didn't I get a cajun shrimp plate all to myself? Stupid splitskis. Yes it's pricey for shrimp but what isn't pricey in Hawaii? If you've decided to hike around Waimea Canyon this is a great place to stop to get some good eats. The cajun shrimp was really creamy but not overwhelming. The shrimp was flavorful and a good size. One of the better lunch meals I had on the island.
(5)Chirag K.
Again the hole in the wall place steals the game...what a place to have fresh and juicy shrimps..Cajun shrimps are the best and Thai or garlic are good too..right across from island taco
(5)Jon Z.
Had the garlic shrimp, it was good but you can tell it was from frozen shrimp and the saucy was way too buttery and not even garlic. Can't compare to the original Kuhuku shrimp trucks in Oahu and is still not as good as Savage Shrimp in Koloa. Also, the rice was served completely plain without any seasoning or sauce ontop of it. The other shrimp trucks will lay some of the garlic sauce from the shrimp on top of the rice but this truck serves boring plain rice, no extras or toppings. Decent shrimp but I can make better at home and definitely not nearly as good as Giovani's or even Savage Shrimp
(2)DK H.
I can't believe this place has negative reviews! It's a road side shrimp stand with inexpensive delicious shrimp. For $10, tons I yummy fresh shrimp. Friend had coconut; I had Thai. So good! Yes, it's messy, but again roadside stand with picnic tables. We were referred by another friend and we are glad we went. If you are lookin for classy, this sure isn't it. If you are looking for excellent shrimp on paper plates on your way to Waimea Canyon, this is a must! So yummy.
(4)Stephanie Y.
Not as good as I expected. Although my family seemed to love it (my sister even wanted more), I personally did not find the oily, fried shrimps to be appetizing. As okay as the shrimp was, I felt as if the price was a huge rip-off. $12 for a small amount of shrimp? To add to that, the shrimp wasn't even that fresh. The service was somewhat slow, but that's just Kauai for you. (You know, slow service and 5pm closing times haha) We ordered the coconut shrimp, a crispy order of toasted-coconut-battered shrimp. Despite the coconut's sweetness that did compliment the shrimp's umami flavor, I just couldn't shake off the feeling of the oil that was dripping from shrimp. In addition to the coconut shrimp, we also ordered the sauteed chili garlic shrimp which I liked much more than the coconut shrimp. It was tangy and spicy, a small redeeming quality for Shrimp Station. Overall, I would visit Shrimp Station if I had no where else to eat at.
(3)Wendy T.
The spicy Thai garlic was great! Beware, when you mean spicy, it will be spicy! The coconut shrimp was not too coconut sih so we like it. Also try the pineapple milk shake next door, yum! Would love to try their garlic shrimp next time.
(4)Vanessa Miracle B.
You wouldn't expect this place to be so good because the outside is a littled rugged, but GO HERE! SOOO GOOD. Hit the spot perfectly! Got to try a few different things since I came w a party of 6 & everything was delicious.
(5)Brian B.
Great little place, if you are looking for great fried shrimp for a reasonable price at a cool little road side spot with no frills, this place is for you. The location in Kapaa is a little nicer than the one in Waimea, Check it out!
(4)LuLu M.
Really wanted to like this place - but the cashier was rude and the coconut shrimp was nothing special. Had a WAY way way better experience at Savage Shrimp in Koloa.
(1)Lauren V.
Great roadside food stand. Cajun shrimp were delicious. Coconut shrimp were chewy and maybe the coconut was stale. Fries were standard. I would go back for more Cajun shrimp and to try some other flavors
(4)Cathy H.
Amazing...I would eat this every single day if I could!
(5)Carina R.
On our vacation to Kauai, we looked up places that we felt we needed to eat at. Shrimp Station was one of them. We weren't disappointed. It was fairly good. I ordered the sweet chili garlic shrimp with red potatoes. My husband ordered the Thai chili shrimp with white rice. The shrimp's are really big and everything was tasty. The potatoes could have used some more seasoning, but they were ok. I also would have liked the option to have different sides other than potatoes or white rice, but I guess you can't have it all. The place itself looks a little rundown, but you get over it once you start eating. Overall a good experience, but it could have been better.
(3)Maxine M.
Imagine two Mission brand tortillas filled with overcooked bay shrimp with no depth of seasoning except a notable spicy sensation and crunchy iceberg lettuce shreds and you have a $12 shrimp taco plate from the Shrimp Station. The best thing about this taco is the shredded lettuce. Order the garlic shrimp and you might receive a boiled red potato that has a gaping black pit in it that managed to pass QC. The plate comes with approximately 10 size 16/20 e-z peel shrimp coated in sauce that taste fine. The cashier seemed nice enough. As for the cook - you should do her a favor and not eat here so she has an opportunity to eat her lunch in peace. Maybe then she will have time to wash her hands after she is done eating/touching her mouth before she starts making her customer's food.
(2)Sam N.
i got the cajun shrimp platter and it was awesome. I enjoyed every bite. i had to give it 4 stars because my wife thought it was a little dirty and opted for fruit from next door. I am a bit more adventurous and loved it. i would definitely go back.
(4)Becky R.
I got the spicy garlic shrimp. It was ok. Doesn't compare to the shrimp trucks I'm used to on Oahu. Without having visited those I guess I would be happier but it just seems ok in comparison.
(3)rhonda b.
The shrimp burger was GREAT! The shrimp was in a patty - as I expected - and was fresh and wonderful! The burger came with all of the fixins and made the shrimp burger absolutely delicious! We had fries, and they were crisp and tasty - I asked for no salt and they don't salt them anyway! I noticed HI is better at seasonings and lets you put your own salt on! :) Our other order was fish and chips - they were large pieces of white fish and they were fresh and delicious! The tartar sauce was really good - a bit different while adding a nice change of flavors. The service was quick, the food was good, and we would go back!
(5)Tiffany V.
Delicious sweet garlic chile shrimp. 10 shrimps for 12 bucks. Definately hit up this place if you are in Waimea! Don't bother going across the street to that other sub place though. Just get several of these plates and you are good. You eat outside on patio seats next to strangers but it's alllright..cause the shrimp is worth it. Oh yeah you are eating on paper plates too.
(4)Paul K.
I'm much more frugal with my stars, especially with restaurants. But when I drive 20 miles out of my way to share a single dish I've had for decades, it's a five star restaurant! These shrimp can't be compared to any I've had anywhere else in my life. You can literally just pinch the tails and they just drop on your plate! The garlic sweet chili preparation is transcendent. And if you show your Hawaii ID you get a free can of pepsi or diet pepsi!!! After you read this, and eat there, you'll be thanking me! Live Aloha, Paul = Your Brother from another Mother!
(5)Tyler W.
We stopped here after the canyon on the advice of a guide book. I ordered the shrimp tacos and my wife ordered the garlic shrimp. The portions are large, as is the price. The garlic sauce was very salty and bad. We weren't able to finish it between us. There were two tacos with mine which I thought were fine. They had a hint of spice. She didn't care for it though. The patio area is quite run down. Old plastic furniture. I might have given more stars but their rating should not be 4/5 as it is upon writing this. A short drive can bring you to much better food options.
(1)Kurt C.
After driving by this place every other day for 3 months, I had to finally stop in for lunch. Having a dollar off coupon from one of the yellow books didn't hurt either.... This is a local stand, nothing fancy, but they are good at what they do. There are about 7 different kinds of shrimp plates ($12), a couple of burger options ($8), and shrimp tacos ($12). Shrimp plates come with rice or potatoes, burgers come with fries, and tacos come with chips and salsa. They also have ice cream and a few other extras. Soda bottles are $2. These were the best shrimp tacos I have had in a while. They are a bit spicy, so heads up if you're not into that. The chips and salsa were pretty good as well. Two tacos more than fill up the plate, so come hungry! They do accept credit cards with a minimum purchase of $10, but that's easy since most plates are $12 anyway, and there are coupons sometimes available in the yellow coupon books scattered about the island.
(4)Charlie W.
This is a nice little shrimp stand near Waimea. My wife had the coconut shrimp and I had the Thai shrimp. The coconut shrimp were good- but not great. My Thai shrimp were average and very spicy. Also- mine were unpeeled which I didn't like. Once you remove the peel- your fingers are messy and you've removed all the sauce from the shrimp.
(2)Elisa H.
First off, this is expensive food eaten in a fast food atmosphere. Shrimp tasted frozen, covered in a gooey, pasty sauce. White rice was sticky and bland. We ordered a side of red potatoes which were tasteless. The Ono sandwich was fried, served on a boring, white hamburger bun. They don't provide glasses of water, either. Not my cup of tea and certainly not worth the calories when other creative choices are nearby.
(2)Nina H.
Hoh... this place was small kine disappointing... I was so excited to eat more shrimp after experiencing the wonderfulness that is Macky's at North Shore in Oahu but this shrimp station did not satisfy. It's also pretty touristy which makes sense because it's on the way to Waimea Canyon, but it almost loses its authentic flavor because of it. I ordered the garlic shrimp and it was so-so. The bf ordered the shrimp burger and I actually liked that a lot better!!!
(3)Shauna S.
Let me start with my BF who normally dislikes tartar sauce and coconut shreds. So naturally we read that this place has the best coconut shrimp so that's what he goes for. I tasted it, but then I love coconut shrimp and I thought it was delicious. He tasted it and in his words (well, kind of) it was the greatest thing ever. If you aren't a fan of coconut shreds, give it a try -- the coconut is so well deep fried that you don't get much of the texture yet you get all of the flavour. Oh and the papaya ginger tartar sauce is amazing -- whether it's with the shrimp or the fries. I had the shrimp burger which was amazing. AMAZING. It is so good. So well put together and when you add that papaya ginger tartar sauce, it is just delicious. There were nice chunks of shrimp in the patty but not too big either. Deep fried delicious shrimp in a patty. Yum!
(5)Erin G.
Stopped at Shrimp Station after visiting the Waimea Canyon and so happy we did. BEST coconut shrimp! I had the delicious coconut shrimp (large portion and included fries) and my husband enjoyed the shrimp tacos. He really enjoyed his dish as well (again a generous portion). Later in the week we really wanted to go back and got the chance before our trip was over. We went to the Shrimp Station in Kappa'a the second time. This time we shared coconut shrimp and beer battered shrimp. Both great, but the coconut shrimp was both our favorites!
(5)Sue T.
Stopped here on the way to Waimea Canyon Lookout. Decided to try a shrimp taco as opposed to a traditional fish taco I had earlier in the week at Al Pastor's Fish Taco Truck. We avoided the fried shrimp options and got the grilled shrimp taco. Messy, but really good! About $10. Worth the stop!
(4)Lianna S.
In search of a great local lunch stop on our drive along the coast, we came upon this and island taco across the street thanks to yelp. Unable to choose between the two, I ate here and the boyfriend settled on island taco. Both were so freaking delicious but I am glad I ate here after tasting his slightly greasy ahi tacos. I got the cajun peel and eat shrimp with rice. The sauce was flavorful and very garlicy (be warned) and the meal was small but it was what I was in the mood for. The table next to me got a little bit of everything and I gotta say that the coconut shrimp looked amazing. Get that if you don't have to squeeze into a fitted dress the next day like me!
(4)Cyndi L.
I made 3 visits in a 9 day period!! Need I say more. :) I tried both the coconut shrimp as well as the beer battered. Both are soo good! You get a lot for the price- 10 shrimp and basket of fries for $12, look for coupon! I only wish you could order just the shrimp, I'm not much of a fry person so the shrimp is enough for me.
(5)Issy G.
We stopped by on our way back from Polihale State Park. We loved the garlic chili shrimp! Wish we could have some right now!
(4)Allison B.
Ate at the Waimea location. The parking lot isn't huge, so if you go in during lunch hour, you may have some trouble finding a parking space. The food was okay - maybe it was because we were building up so much hype, driving around the island solely to find Shrimp Station's location (every brochure we saw said that Shrimp Station was a MUST). Most of the plates are around $12 (July 2012). The coconut shrimp plate that they're "known for" was also okay. It wasn't bad, but it isn't something that I miss or crave. Perhaps we weren't that hungry. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who's visiting Kauai for the first time. After that, you can decide whether it's worth visiting there again.
(4)Jeanne C.
This Shrimp Station is so much more homier than the Burger King looking one on the other side of the island. The shrimp tacos were so spicy and so good!! So glad we stopped by on the way to grab a snack. If it were closer to our hotel, we would have come here every day I'm sure. It was nice being able to eat it outside on the benches and people watch / car watch on the main road. There's lots of street parking outside and a bathroom in the back. Cash only!
(5)Kristin W.
Kind of a touristy spot, but wanted to try it anyway. I guess I'm a tourist since I grew up here and moved away :*( Anywho, the garlic shrimp was yummmmy. Comes with rice (or potatoes, but who eats shrimp and potatoes, ew). Husband got the shrimp burger. It was good. I loved mine more tho. Prices were kinda high given the touristy stop status. But Good amount of food. I'd come again if I were in the area craving shrimp.
(4)Kimmy K.
If you are heading to the Waimea Canyon, Shrimp Station is the perfect place to stop for lunch. You can have anything you want on their menu - as long as it's shrimp. Got Garlic Shrimp plate lunch, our favorite, is heavy on garlic, sauteed in olive oil and white wine for a finger-licking sauce you will love. They don't shell the shrimp for you to make them extra juicy and to hold on to more flavor. It can get a bit messy peeling all those shrimp, but Shrimp Station has you covered with an area to wash up after you are done. Can't hang with having to peel your own shrimp? The Coconut Shrimp are fantastic, too. Some even call them the best Coconut Shrimp on the planet. Dipped in a secret batter, coconut flakes, and deep-fried to perfection they pair perfectly with the papaya ginger tartar sauce.
(3)Bill S.
Ordered the beer battered shrimp and fries plate. Good stuff, zero complaints. Nothing much else to add, they do shrimp right.
(4)Colorado J.
The shrimp tacos are outstanding and quite large for the price. The fish and chips was good but not great - but the shrimp tacos more than made up for it. If we go again I would split an order as it is very large.
(5)Tiani M.
I live in Kekaha and have been coming here for a while, but when I asked to get the free sodas for kama'aina the cashier didn't believe that I was a resident and asked for my ID which I left at home. Every time I visit with my neighbor who is a friend of the girl who works there, we aren't asked for ID to get our sodas hmm.. I ordered 5 plates 2 of Thai flavor and 3 Regular garlic. The sauce is always good and consistent which is why I don't mind splurging on a meal from this place every now and then even though you can get shrimp that is twice the size from Ishihara Market for 7.99 LB and make it yourself. When I took the food home and everyone started to eat it we all noticed the shrimp wasn't cooked all the way and still raw on the inside. I called SS just to let them know so no one else would get raw shrimp and the girl who answered the phone apologized and handed the phone to the other girl who cooked the shrimp I explained over again that I just wanted to let them know about the shrimp and with an attitude she let me know she left the shrimp on longer than usual so it wouldn't be possible that it would be raw. She also let me know if I bring it back she would take a look at our order tell me if it is raw. WTF? With three hungry kids, we just recooked the shrimp ourselves instead of going through the trouble that could have possibly ended in her telling us that it isn't raw. I like to support local businesses, but with bad customer service on top of overpriced food that is just OK, I'll probably never eat here again.
(1)Sam A.
Shrimp is great! $13.00 for 10 and fries. Fish and chips good too. Pepsi products and outdoor seating. I wiuld rate higher if it was a sit down type of place. This location is only on street parking.
(3)Thomas V.
Stopped by for lunch after visiting Waimea canyon for the morning. Tried the Thai shrimp and coconut shrimp. Thai shrimp wasn't memorable (2 stars) and I wouldn't order again - the grasshopper shrimp from savage shrimp in Koloa was much better... The coconut shrimp however was delicious and might be the best ever (5 stars). Service left a lot to be desired...the lady who took our order seems rather standoffish and talked like a robot ( anything else?? Ketchup and hot sauce to your right...) (1 star) - overall average is 3 stars
(3)Lisa K.
My bf and I went here on our last day in Kauai after passing by it numerous times during our trip. We saw the ratings on Yelp and had it listed on our must-try lists. We got here a little before noon on a Sunday and we were able to find parking in their parking lot. We decided to split the sweet garlic shrimp because we wanted to run across the street to Island Tacos and try their food as well. Service was quick and the price ($12) was typical for a shrimp station in Hawaii. When I first opened the take out box my first impression was "ehh... " yelp.com/biz_photos/shri… The shrimps were on the smaller side and it just looked really plain. I feel like they could've added a lettuce leaf or a slice of pineapple to garnish. Luckily it tasted a lot better than it looked but I enjoyed eating the rice drenched in the sauce more than the actual shrimp. I've had much better shrimps from the shrimp trucks on the North Shore in Oahu. I might go back and try their famous coconut shrimp next time but in the meantime I'll just stick to the shrimp trucks in Oahu.
(3)Mike D.
Ate lunch here today. We ordered shrimp tacos and, boy were they ever good! I have been avoiding this place because several years ago it seemed like a fly station more than a shrimp station! I saw only one fly today. They've expanded their seating greatly over the period of years that we've been watching them. The place was packed and people seem happy with their food as we were with ours. The shrimp tacos came with a huge pile of chips which, we being on diets, left behind :-) The food was so good we're planning to go back sometime during the remaining part of our vacation.
(4)Alex M.
Tried all the main shimp plates and was not disappointed. Great place to stop when visiting Waimea!
(4)Steph C.
After a lovely drive up and down the Waimea Canyon, Matt B. and I stopped by Shrimp Station for a late lunch. It was a quick stop on the side of the road, just a take-out window with outdoor seating. Service was friendly and very fast, and I liked the casual set-up. The place seemed popular, but we were able to sit without issue. I ordered the Thai shrimp at the cashier's recommendation, and Matt got the beer battered shrimp since he doesn't like coconut. Both were delicious. My Thai shrimp came on a styrofoam plate with two fluffy mounds of white rice and a lot of sauce. The shrimp were headless, but they were a mess to peel and eat. I must have used a dozen of those flimsy napkins. The sauce wasn't quite spicy, but it had a great kick and a lot of flavor. The shrimp were cooked right, too, with a nice snap and meaty texture. Matt's beer battered shrimp made a different kind of meal, but one that was in no way inferior. They were deep-fried with a batter that was substantial but not at all greasy, with a pleasurable crisp. The shrimp came with decent fries and a nice tartar sauce, though they were also great with plain old ketchup. If Shrimp Station were in my town, I'd be going back fast to try the coconut and the sweet chili garlic. I really liked the place, and I hope I'm lucky enough to go back to Kauai and visit again.
(4)T C.
Big shrimp, fair quantity, tastes a-ok. The mild cajun shrimp had a kick; the thai curry shrimp didn't have authentic thai flavor, but was recognizable. Each dish was $9. The downside of this place is that the shrimp aren't shelled for you, flies and chickens are everywhere, and there is painfully limited seating. Affordable, good eats. I'd totally come back. Other important info: located on SW side of island, one bathroom, limited seating, outdoors, flies and chickens everywhere, fair portions, fair quality and quantity, quick service.
(3)Alyssa E.
I wasn't expecting too much - it was a small place with concrete floors and plastic chairs, but I really enjoyed the shrimp. Most all the shrimp dishes are $12.50, which is in line with the other places we went to in Hawaii. I got the coconut shrimp and my husband got the Cajun shrimp. Mine was great, but I actually liked his better. The sauce was very nice with the rice. The coconut shrimp came with fries, but it was a little too much fried goodness for me so my husband finished them off. Would definitely go back and try the beer battered and garlic shrimp.
(4)Ruby H.
Had the famous coconut shrimp here. Tasted delicious, and it was definitely the best thing on the menu. There is a little outhouse around the corner, which you will probably need after eating this fried goodness. Found this place on Yelp, and it was a good find.
(4)Donna K.
Yum! Simple and straightforward - definitely no glitz or glamour here. But you're in Hawaii so that's enough glitz and glamour for me. Stopped here after visiting the Napali Coast and it takes a solid 15 minutes to decide which of the delicious shrimp concoctions is worth the try. I went for the sweet chilly shrimp peel and the hubs (yes you guessed it, we honeymooned here!) went for the cajun shrimp peel...we were both pleased and stuffed! I'm sure the fried options were delicious and more saucier but we're not fans of overload flavors. Cute little hand-washing station and next door is the perfect dessert place - shaved ice in a fresh coconut or pineapple cup!
(4)Emm C.
Not filling and once you've had Giovanni's nothing compares :(. The rice was lukewarm. I got there when it opened so I think it was leftovers and not well-heated. Pretty expensive for shrimp. My hubs liked his shrimp taco tho!
(2)Subrosa I.
We were neither impressed nor disappointed by the dishes that we tried here. The coconut shrimp was a tad over cooked but otherwise tasty. And the shrimp taco was somewhat appetizing but nothing to write home about. The price was not outrageous. Our bill averaged out to around $14 per person.
(3)AL K.
$12 for a plate of shrimps with rice or potatoes. Wasn't quite what I expected it to be unlike the ones I had before in a shrimp truck at Oahu. The shrimps were swimming in creamy garlicy sauce the taste was ok nothing to die for.
(3)Sammy L.
Came here after we had a big plate of the noodle place thats next door, but still enjoyed it! We ordered just the garlic shrimp with no starches as we were too full, it came with probably about 12 shrimps. The sauce is good, buttery and super garlic-ed out--the shrimp was fresh and plump. They butterfly the shrimp and the peel comes off easily, I used two forks to just tear off the skin and it came right off. I don't like using my hands especially if I don't have some industrial soap around, because having shrimpy stinky hands all day SUCKS! But don't let that stop you as I was the only one doing that while others just got in there with both hands, no utensils most of them and was devouring everything! :) Since we didn't get the starches it was about a dollar or two off the original price. Great customer service, the girls in there were super nice!
(4)Sonserae L.
First of all, I read the reviews on Yelp and couldn't decide if this place was worth trying out or not. Some gave it one star and some gave it 5 stars. We were starving and my husband and I decided to go a few days ago. He ordered the Salmon burger and I ordered the Fish and Chips. The place is a pit. Dirty lawn chairs that looks like they are set up in someone's front yard. I wouldn't mind that if the food was good. When we got our order, I asked for malt vinegar. Nope. They gave us plastic forks. The fish was so tough, I couldn't cut it with my fork and they didn't have knives available. It was too hot to pick up with my fingers so I sat there trying to cut a tough piece of leather with a flimsy utensil. When I finally tasted it, it was fishy tasting and didn't taste fresh at all. The tarter sauce was this bizarre stuff that tasted horrible. When I tried the fries, they even tasted stale and hard. A chicken almost choked on a fry that I dropped. He must have been hacking away at that thing for 5 minutes before he finally was able to swallow it. The bill is what really made us lose our lunch. $29.00 to eat bad food in broken, dirty, plastic lawn furniture. Save your money and go to Roy's in Poipu.
(1)Jean W.
The Sweet Chili Garlic Shrimp here is made of awesome. I am physically compelled to eat it at least 3x whenever I'm on Kauai. It's completely addicting, and although I can and often do make it at home, it's just not the same as Shrimp Station. Even their rice on the side is really tasty! One of the last times I was there, they were out of rice, and I had the pleasure of trying the potatoes. I must say, they're my new favorite side! I only eat the SCGS here, because...well, see above. But hubby and friends have tried most of the rest of the menu, and have done nothing but wildly rave about the Thai shrimp, the beer battered shrimp, the shrimp tacos, and the coconut shrimp. I can only imagine that this is what food tastes like in heaven. Thank you, Shrimp Station thank you. You're a frequent star in my food porn fantasies...
(5)Julia B.
Good shrimp. I liked the coconut shrimp but Thai was also good.
(4)Alie Z.
The best meal I've had in Kauai so far. If you are heading to the canyon make a point to stop here on your way. I had the Cajun shrimp and it was out of this world delicious. The rice, sauce and shrimp all combined for the best lunch. My boyfriend had the coconut shrimp plate which was good but nearly as juicy as the Cajun shrimp. We will definitely be back before we leave to have some more Cajun shrimp and try the Thai shrimp. It's a little messy to eat but that's part of the fun and they have a hand washing station for you to clean up after!
(5)Viet N.
The service was quick, and reasonably priced. There are a lot of options, so there should be something to please everyone. Spicy Thai Shrimp- Not too spicy. Not too messy either. Coconut Shrimp- I thought this was really good. I love shrimp, and I would get this again. The dipping sauces were tasty too. The fries were pretty standard making a nice side.
(3)Katie B.
Tasty shrimp. I had the beer battered shrimp, and the batter was nice and light. The ginger papaya tartar sauce was pretty good. Portion sizes were big- 10 shrimp and a pile of fries, and prices were high- $12 a plate. My husband enjoyed his shrimp burger. Overall, it's worth a stop if you're in Waimea.
(4)Alison C.
Coconut shrimp was good... Similar to mackeys on north shore in Honolulu but the added bonus was the tartar sauce it had mango or papaya(?)
(4)Liz S.
I will be craving their cajun style shrimp until the next time we are on the island. It was amazing. Definately a 'Must-Have' when heading up to Waimea Canyon. We tried the shrimp trucks in Oahu a few days after dining here, and this was way better.
(5)Sid B.
coconut shrimp; garlic shrimp; shrimp burger ; shrimp tacos and a fried mahi mahi sandwich. all enjoyed GREAT location right after waimea canyon drive reasonable priced; large portions; tasty and quick service (but outdoors patio) 3 1/2
(4)Susanna W.
2.5 stars. J and I shared a plate of coconut fried shrimp. Super hot and fresh... definitely a plus, but it totally lacked coconut flavor (even though I could see the shredded coconut in the batter). At $12 for 10 shrimps (medium size) and fries, I felt like it was pricey, but not exorbitant. I wouldn't recommend it to friends.
(3)Wyatt H.
Coconut shrimp all the way! They are really good. Deep fried with coconut flakes and it comes with a great dip too. French fries are french fries. Hawaii might be better if everything didn't come with fries. The Cajun Shrimp Peel was good but not as good. The shrimp had the shell on them (hence the peel) and were covered with a really good Cajun sauce, but you peel the shell off and then the sauce is off as well. The solution is to dip the shrimp into the cajun sauce on the plate, but it would just be better to skip the peeling process. Outdoor picnic seating only. Bottled drinks and no fountain drinks. *tip* go next door for a mango smoothy or cold coconut drink or shaved ice, as a dessert finish.
(5)Brandy B.
We were next door having shave ice, and the smells from Shrimp Station were so wonderful, we went and checked them out. Everyone at the tables said it was fantastic...they were so right. We had the Garlic Shrimp, peel & eat, with rice side. It is one of the best shrimp items I have ever had. I lived in Key West, FL for a time, so ate shrimp a LOT. THis place is worth a visit. I think we will go again Sunday with another person in our group when we do some hiking in Waimea Canyon. It is well worth it. PS: dont miss the new t-shirt shop across the street. Opened a month, and fantastic designs and best prices on the south side, for well made shirts.
(4)AhLeah T.
Very disappointed with this place. When on different islands, we hunt down shrimp trucks bc we adore them. The shrimp tasted funny, and instead of using diced garlic and butter, they used this nasty sauce and just dumped it on top of the shrimp. Disgusting.
(1)Christina W.
This place is SO yummy. My advice? Skip the coconut shrimp and go straight to the Sweet Garlic shrimp! Yeah, you'll have to peel the shrimp as you eat, but it's so worth it. The shrimp are tender, and the sauce is unbelievable.
(5)Letie W.
I ordered the sweet chili garlic shrimp. The shrimp was small, but the sauce was very tasty. I'm not sure I would go back again. I guess if the shrimp were bigger it would be more worth it. Also, another side would be great than just rice and shrimp. Other places offer cole slaw or mac salad, which I think is a plus! Check out my pics. what2eatz.blogspot.com/2…
(3)James H.
This is the best shrimp place on Kauai period. There's another location near Kapaa, but the food is not as good. The best combination to try is the Spicy Thai (Spicy/Salty) along with the Coconut Shrimp (Sweet/Crunchy). It's like Chicken and Waffles, a marriage made in heaven. In my opinion, the quality is still much better than Savage Shrimp so that's pretty high.
(5)jenn w.
We got the sweet chili shrimp and it was absolutely delicious. The shrimp were fresh and plump, while the sauce had tons of flavor. I liked this location a lot more than the Kapaa one.
(5)Miss H.
I don't like fried foods...but I couldn't get enough of their coconut shrimp. We had the thai basil and some other white wine one, they were good too, but man that coconut shrimp is so tasty being crispy, light, airy and slightly sweet with that coconut inter dispersed in the batter. Great VALUE and great shrimp. TIP: Shrimp dishes can be ordered as half-orders with the exception of the coconut shrimp which allows for a shrimp tasting bonanza!
(5)Katie A.
Half Cajun Half Garlic all the way my ultimate favorite! I love this place! The best shrimp around! Seems expensive but it's well worth your money plate comes with 12 pieces of shrimp with either rice or potatoes! It's so good, just writing this review makes me want one! Definetly a place to try!
(5)Sandra O.
The garlic shrimp was AMAZING! It's all in the sauce. The shrimp tacos and coconut shrimp were both very good.the one in Kapaa didn't seem as good. Definitely worth going too.
(4)S. E.
I agre with some of the other posters in that there is a big hype about it and it's really not that great. It's a really small, order at the counter restaurant. We ordered coconut shrimp, beer battered shrimp and the shrimp burger. I would say the coconut shrimp was the best - not great, but compared to everything else. The shrimp burger was a deep fried patty of some sort - didn't look appetizing at all. I wouldn't go back, but it was fine for the quick meal we needed after the long day.
(3)Andy A.
Both the fish / Chips and the coconut shrimp were delish! The tarter sauce was a little weird though. Overall, very good.
(5)Sara M.
Good, but doesn't hold a candle to Island Taco. We had the beer battered shrimp. They were served with fires (the cheap flavorless frozen kind). Not all the shrimp had been completely deviened, but that said the shrimp were delicious. Atmosphere: 2 stars (order through a screen, tables outside were ok, did have a sink to wash hands) Food: 4 stars (despite the terrible fries, the shrimp were delicious!) Service: 2 stars Value: 3 stars (by Hawaii standards - 12 shrimp & terrible fries for $12) I'd go back, but only if Island Taco was closed
(3)Josh S.
So, I was told by my coworker who grew up in Honolulu that I was going to visit Kauai and its world-famous Waimea Canyon. As soon as I told her this, she screamed by saying "OMG, YOU HAVE TO GO SHRIMP STATION" I quickly googled and yelped about this place. It had very high reviews and was sitting right on road to Waimea Canyon, so I made sure I make a visit prior to going to the Canyon. The place opens at 11AM. Sharp. I was happy that they do this because I have had bad experience with Aloha Hawaiian Hours where owners don't open their shops/restaurants as advertised. Their reasons? Who knows. I ordered the coconut shrimp from Yelp reviewers. They were tasty but I didn't think they were any better than coconut shrimp I'd get from other seafood places. The fries that came with it didn't make the plate any better either. I did appreciate their kindness for providing water fountain where customers can wash their hands afterward. It's a popular local place apparently. Many people flocked here right after I finished my plate. Based on the scene alone, I'm sure this is a very good place for shrimp. However, they import their shrimp from Asia -- which I thought was bit disappointing. Nonetheless, it's a worth stop on your route to Waimea Canyon.
(3)A T.
MUST TRY the coconut shrimp, it's amazing! I've never had any like it before...large shrimp with big shreds of coconut, fried to a perfect golden brown. We also tried the sweet chili garlic shrimp, which was good, but I'd hit that coconut one again and again.
(5)Brian C.
Not bad for a hole in the wall. I ordered the coconut shrimp. It was a little oily but tasty. Cool little town.
(4)Jeff C.
We came here because friends and guidebooks told us to and we weren't disappointed! It's just a little stand on the side of the road, but there is some serious goodness here! I got the coconut shrimp and my wife got the sweet chili garlic shrimp, we loved them both. The plates were $12 each and I got 10 large shrimp over so many french fries we couldn't finish them all and my wife got 10 large shrimp with potatoes (though we later wished we had ordered with rice instead to suck up all the sauce on the shrimp). A definite must visit if you're in Waimea!
(5)Pearl V.
A little overpriced for 10 or so shrimp served alongside your choice of steamed rice or steamed red potatoes. My hubby and I shared a plate of the garlic shrimp because we were planning to go across the street to Island Taco afterwards, lol. I thought it was just okay, but at least the shrimp were de-veined and easy to peel.
(3)Janice F.
Really Garlic Shrimp - "white wine, garlic" - they forget to mention how buttery the sauce is!!! It is lick-your-plate delicious. All of Hawaii seems to have pretty consistent shrimp ~ I can't say I had a bad shrimp the whole trip. Great little shrimp shack in Waimea. Communal outdoor picnic seating, watch out for all the wild chickens looking for a snack! If only it were closer to the South Shore.. I would have visited this place multiple times. I don't know anyone who stays in the West. Mmm... shrimp cravings now..
(5)Eileen C.
Hole in the wall Shrimp Stand that gets a lot of attention. I recommend stopping on your way to Waimea canyon. You can order it to go and eat at the top on the picnic benches by the museum. Garlic Shrimp was loaded in a buttery sauce. Coconut Shrimp was very good as well. Great as snacks, but I'd prefer to go somewhere else if you're looking for a full meal. Quick Tip: In the Kauai Gold magazine there is a coupon for a free drink with $10 purchase
(4)Julie M.
This is a fun little shrimp shack of the main road. My husband and I stopped here for shrimp after a morning of hiking Waimea Canyon. Shrimp was fresh, sauce was flavorful. Yum!
(4)Joan J.
Might as well eat at McD's... uck! The shrimp in the taco's where like crumbled 1/4" stuff in bottom of can, big taco's but mostly veggies & shrimp-ish stuff. The fries, beer batter shrimp & coconut shrimp where like some cheap old greasy spoon back home. We where going to throw it away but a lost dog found us on the North Shore and Loved the stuff (we took shrimp out not sure if good for doggies)! Peace to All, Portland, Oregon 6/22/12
(1)Brian H.
Good shrimp. Very good sauces. We tried the garlic, cajon, Thai, coconut, and shrimp burger. The shrimp dishs (except the coconut and burger) were not peeled and served All were good. About $13 post portion. It was a little small in over all portion. .. otherwise 4 star. Went across the street and had 5 start wasabi ahi tacos. I'll come back for more of those.
(3)Justin C.
After a gruelling drive up to waimea canyon and staring in awe at nature, the quick drive down the mountain led my empty stomach straight to the Shrimp Station. Since we were in a hurry, my mother jumped out of the car really quickly to the window and asked wht was the most popular thing there. The worker said coconut shrimp so she got it to go and hopped back in the car. As we drove back to Lihue, the entire plate was finished within 3 minutes. Something about it is just amazing. I don't know how to describe it. Maybe it's from the oil that sticks to your fingers or the yummy dipping sauce. Perhaps the golden brown coconut and outer layer that relays the satisfying crunch from your mouth, through your skull, straight into your ears...or the strangely welcome burn that comes from a the hot shrimp you scarf down in competition with the other people fighting for the scrumptious shellfish...but there's something about the Shrimp Station that makes you devour their coconut shrimp and leaves you wanting more. definitely more entertaining to share.
(4)Jimmy N.
This place was just OK for us. Granted we maybe should have gotten the coconut shrimp and the fact that they ran out of rice the afternoon we dropped by kind of soured the experience for us. We ended up getting potatoes as our sides as a sub for their lack of rice for the garlic and cajun shrimp we ordered, and that just didn't work out too great. The actual shrimp itself is great quality and size, however the sauce just didn't really do it for us. It didn't meld or infuse well with the shrimp, it was like they cooked the shrimp and poured garlic and cajun sauce over it. Maybe we're just spoiled and biased from going to the shrimp trucks on Oahu, I dunno, but when we're back in the area, we'll give the other stuff on the menu a shot and hopefully they'll have rice.
(3)Michael H.
Despite good reviews we had read, this was just ok. Waimea isn't a bastion of great restaurants. Picnic tables, washtubs to clean your stickey hands, so - so shrimp that were likely frozen add up to a mediocre experience. Decent compared to the alternatives is the best I can say.
(2)Cici T.
On our way to Waimea Canyon we all did a double take at the little stand on the side of the road. "Shrimp station..??" In unison we all shouted "U-turn!!" This lime green shack serves sauteed shrimp in garlic, cajun, thai, or sweet chile garlic sauce. With papaya ginger dipping sauce and french fries you can get their fried shrimp and chips, either beer battered or breaded with coconut flakes. Or how about shrimp tacos with fresh salsa and chips? They even have a shrimp burger! Real generous portions are served, so get ready to get your fill of shrimp!
(4)Mircea F.
Best coconut shrimp we've had on the island! Fast, fresh and super yummy. What more can you ask for?
(5)Willy W.
Stopped by after touring around Waimea Canyon - it's on the way back to Poipu. Armed with a coupon, we thought it'd be a good alternative to eating at the McD down the street. And it was... although a little more than I had anticipated, the food was good. There's a decent amount of street parking alongside the Shrimp Station and lots of foot traffic even during off-peak hours. We ordered the coconut shrimp and shrimp taco.
(3)Keira M.
I want to give Shrimp Station four stars but I just can't quite do it. Let me preface this review by saying that I am a self-proclaimed coconut shrimp connoisseur so I was drawn to Shrimp Station when I saw that their ads boasted that it offered "the best coconut shrimp on the planet". That's a pretty lofty claim and I can't say it lived up to its slogan. It was *really good* coconut shrimp but it definitely wasn't the best I've ever had. It was a little on the greasy side. My fiance ordered a shrimp burger which he really enjoyed and said he would definitely go for it again. Shrimp Station itself is a pretty relaxed spot with outdoor seating and no frills service. There are two spots on Kauai - one in Waimea and one in Kapaa. We visited the Waimea shop. If I find myself back in Kauai, I'd definitely visit Shrimp Station again in a heartbeat and you should too. Just don't expect it to be "the best coconut shrimp on the planet".
(3)Leslie C.
We ate here for on our way to Waimea Canyon. We were just looking for a snack/light lunch so we shared the coconut shrimp. Good value for the price and the shrimp were yummy. Tasty breading. The fries tasted a bit shrimpy- I think because they fry in the same oil as the shrimp. The offer a free can of soda for Kama'aina, so just ask if you are. Seating is picnic tables outside, but the restroom was clean.
(3)Katie R.
we went to the shrimp station in Kapaa, but went past this location as well. i assume the food is (hopefully) the same. very relaxed location for lunch with outdoor seating (both locations). unpretentious and focused on, guess what, the shrimp! we had the thai shrimp which just had an absolutely amazing flavor with big heapings of white rice. the sauce was very mildly spicy. they weren't shelled though so it got pretty messy. the beer battered shrimp were freaking amazing - PERFECTLY cooked with a nice thick, not undercooked or overcooked, layer of breading.. yummmmm..
(5)Linda M.
I love the shrimp station coconut prawns are a must have you can have white rice French fries or my favorite baby red potatoes . Cajun prawns are salty to me but the plain boil are so sweet by themselves. Usually a line but the line moves fast lots of parking , patio in the shade to eat . I eat here everytime I'm on the island .
(4)Chick L.
I went there a couple of times on my most recent trip to Kauai and had the shrimp tacos. They were spicy, but not overly spicy. They had a bit of a kick to them. My friends love the garlic shrimp. I will be going back there the next time I'm in Kauai.
(4)Elizabeth M.
The food was alright. My husband and I came here for lunch one day and I was sick that night. I kept burping up the taste of the shrimp (we had the sweet chili flavor). My husband loved it but I wouldn't recommend.
(3)B C.
I really wanted to love this place but was just utterly disappointed! The building is in a convenient location and over our week in kauai, we drove by it numerous times. It was also close enough to hotel where we could walk. I had the cajun shrimp with rice (since previous yelps said that fries were just typical frozen) and could not have been more disappointed. Overpriced for the mediocre food and it's definitely frozen shrimp! 10 pieces of chewy overcooked medium sized shrimp with 2 scoops white rice. The sauce is greasy but acceptable. Again, I really wanted to like this place but it didn't even compare to the other tasty joints on the island!
(1)Neil S.
What a great place! We ordered beer battered shrimp, shrimp tacos and coconut shrimp. Each order was enough for two, prepared wonderfully in a homestyle Hawaiian atmosphere. Do not miss!
(5)Shushi S.
This is a little stand where you can order food in the window and eat it in the bench/tables around it. Historically I don't eat shrimp; I like neither the taste or sight of it. I had 2 coconut shrimps and 2 sweet basil sauted shrimps today, enough said. ^_^
(4)Joyce Y.
4.5 stars!! Yummy!! If you don't care about having garlic breath all day, come eat some good yummy garlic-y shrimp. Mmm... This place is a little hard to find and I was ready to give up and try something else but we found it after driving down from Waimea Canyon. My brother got a shrimp burger with fries which was ok. I got the garlic shrimp lunch plate, about $11 + tax. Garlic shrimp with two scoops of rice was nice and hot and garlicy. The rice was a good complement to the salty buttery garlicy sauce. The sauce says it has white wine in it and I think that made the sauce even better. Yum. I was so sad I had missed out on a shrimp truck on the North Shore in Oahu so this place definitely made up for it. Mmm.... A little expensive for a regular plate but worth a try!
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