Sam Choy's Kai Lanai

Sam Choy's Kai Lanai reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

1. KP

   KayP

   Central Coast12 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on March 17, 2020

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   My husband’s dinner was good, I however had the worst dinner we’ve ever encountered there. I ordered a Chrispy Duck dish but half of it was chicken. Duck is dark meat & half of this overly breaded & then fried dish had white meat in it. They were trying to save $$ by doing it. It is an expensive restaurant so you expect good food. DON’T ORDER THIS DISH!!
   

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2. BR

   BarbieR

   Las Vegas5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 17, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Beautiful view! Great drinks and pupils! Friendly staff!
   

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3. M

   Malibujim VIP

   Central Coast39 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 16, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   The former Wendy’s location is impressive; great sunset view. The food is good, not spectacular. The service was attentive and thoughtful. There was a mix up on our wine order and they comped us 2 glasses; nice gesture. Their fish is fresh and well prepared...Fish trio was nice combo. Suggest reservation for front row table.
   

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4. LD

   LinoD VIP

   Tahoe24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 14, 2020

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was fantastic except for the weather. We tried a couple of their signature drinks and three menu items. The Mai Tai was typical, but Hawaiian Mimosas were outstanding. Fried rice with eggs was good, but the Beef Stew omelette was inspired. Everything about a Sunday dinner with family wrapped in an omelette. We ended with coconut pineapple fritters, which turned out to be a perfect end. The local honey matched the fritters perfectly. Next time we’re on the big island it’s worth the two hour drive from Hilo.
   

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5. RH

   RobertH

   Hawaii10 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 13, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Had lunch there. 3 of the five meals were very good. The out door view is amazing
   

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6. G

   Greatbrunch

   Las Vegas20 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on March 13, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Food not bad, waitress left a lot to be desired. Asked for a suggestion and she told me “I’m funny” - wasn’t trying to be.
   

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7. FH

   FromHawaii2Maine

   Hawaii1 review

   2.0

   Dined on March 12, 2020

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 3

   Poor wait staff, over priced and underwhelming tasting entree. Thought maybe it was just a bad night, gave it a second try and it was just as bad.
   

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8. LH

   LesH

   Austin1 review

   3.0

   Dined on March 12, 2020

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 1

   Read many of the reviews on Yelp. Decided to form my own. And I give it an official...meh.
   

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9. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Hawaii1 review

   4.0

   Dined on March 10, 2020

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Food was great. Service was sub-par.
   

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10. CD

    CyndyD

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Sam Choy's Kai Lanai restaurant has awesome views. The food is excellent. There are plenty of selections on the menu. It's great that breakfast may be ordered all day Saturday and Sunday. My favorites are the fresh fish sandwich and house salad with Oriental dressing.
    

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