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Brennecke’s Beach Broiler, Poipu Beach, HI

Brennecke’s Beach Broiler

4.4
4.4
2931 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
Brennecke's houses several complimentary business activities open daily for both visitors and kama'aina (locals). Besides it's historic and iconic location across from world-famous Poipu Beach, Brennecke's boasts it's success to its countless return visitors and life-long employees that maintain it's ambiance of timelessness.
Offering a robust menu of salads, gluten free options, steak, and fresh, never frozen, seafood options every diner is sure to be pleased. Brennecke's is the only full service ocean view open air dining on Poipu Beach with daily happy hours from 3-5pm. Live music on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights starting at 7:30pm. Join us for lunch, daily happy hour and dinner, or our world famous Mai Tai! Reservations highly recommended.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 48 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Steak

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (808) 742-7588

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Tom Tapping

  • Catering

    Full catering options available.

  • Neighborhood

    Poipu

  • Cross street

    Poipu Rd/Hoowili Rd.

  • Parking details

    Parking on either side of the building. Handicap accessibility on rear west side of the building.

  • Entertainment

    Live FREE music Thursday,Friday and Saturday nights starting at 7:30pm with late night happy hours.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,931 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Good for groups

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Neighborhood gem

  • Kauai

    Great for scenic views

  • Kauai

    Lively

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

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  1. foodroadie

    Greensboro

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A very enjoyable evening in a very nice beach front location. With really good food and great service.
  2. ArtC

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Brenneckes is a great pleace with a great view. The food is very good! We had a great service!!
  3. andyf

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Had great conversation with people around us. Food was good. Happy hour is great for the place on the beach with a view. A lot of old memories at that place!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Fish was dry and cold fries the same not impressed
  5. PatrickD

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice casual restaurant near the beach. Lively atmosphere and excellent food
  6. DebbieR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Poor service the 2 times we have been there. Very Slow, unhappy wait staff. Obviously don’t want to be there. Saw people after waiting 1/2 hr with water only walk out. No one took their order!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Had the fish and chips, not very impressed. But the cocktails are lovely
  8. JudyB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent, memorable. The food is consistently delicious. We eat there every time we come to Kauai. The service is also very friendly and efficient.
  9. DunClan

    San Antonio

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice view, good service and good food. We had seafood risotto and catch of day (mahi mahi). Will definitely go back.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Friendly and helpful Staff.
  11. PaulG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time. We have been coming to Kauai for over 30 years and always have at least one dinner at Brennecke’s! We had our daughter, son in law, and two grandkids. Ages 3and 1! Anthony handled every challenge that came up. And there were plenty! His service was awesome! See you next year!! Gerrie and Paul Gilroy
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Just ok. Nice view. Great waitstaff. Food mediocre.
  13. Dolphinsmile27

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Great spectacular service. The waiting staff took very good care of us better than most places. Mai tais definitely recommended! Ahi taco appy was the best followed by a great Caesar salad. The wasabi tuna was superb just melting in your mouth. Steak (surf and turf) was good even though it was cooked a littl more than I usually like with a bit too much salt but still good. The fresh veggies where perfect. No room for dessert! The across the street view was lovely as restaurant on the 2nd floor. We loved it and would absolutely come back next time we are on the island. !
  14. TauniaS

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing view and food Highly recommend this as a stop to do Tons of turtles on the beach Munk seals also
  15. BenG

    Sacramento

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience2
    The food was cold and flavorless. Nice breezy ambience but wild not go back
  16. JNEeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Macadamia nut crusted Mahi Mahi was so tender and tasty!
  17. Guest

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    A must visit if you are in the area. Ocean view if you are on the window
  18. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    As always had an excellent experience Beautiful view of ocean
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    They didn't have a table ready for the time slot. Staff are very nice, the bugs are not, dead bugs covered our table by the end of the meal
  20. DarylR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been eating there many years, remember the salad bar and had Bob, Hoku,Keone Shaning celea , Chelsea wait our table. Always good food served with Aloha spirit, make you feel like Ohana
  21. Lucie

    Detroit

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Open air dining with a view of the beach and ocean. Macadamia crusted mahi-mahi and Fried Ono were both delicious along with the sides.
  22. JulieS

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Staff was attentive and extremely friendly. Views were wonderful and the food....AMAZING
  23. Paul

    Charleston

    67 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    We liked this place, but the steak my wife got was fairly salty and the value for what you got was a little weak. We had the salad for two, and it was good. The scallops were not as good as I’ve had elsewhere. The setting was nice…right across from the Poipu Beach.
  24. AndrewB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A reliable choice for excellent food, service, and view!
  25. MichaelA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went there the first time 27 years ago. It was our first trip here. We have made it a point of going there a least once, on each return trip.
  26. Ashb

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Awesome location on vacation with my lovely lady in Poipu beach ! Host was great ! Had an open air window seat looking out to Poipu beach and the ocean that was Spectacular! Food was good 8.5 out of 10. A bit pricey, but You are in a paradise at Poipu in Kauai ! Decided on getting a bottle of wine Hess Cab rather a few glasses $55 we both enjoyed although prob not the best pairing. We shared seared ahi $26 for an appetizer which was tasty. We both had seafood risotto that we both enjoyed. We shared a generous slice of Coffee ice cream cake with fudge drizzle and hard brownie crust that was a delightful end to ur dinner. With tip $210. Worth it for that special evening. Check out the menu.
  27. DeniseK

    Phoenix

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Love Brenneckes! Casual, fun atmosphere with nice views of the beach. It is open air so we had a few flies but not bad. Food was good, lots of options. The drinks are outstanding! Attentive and helpful service as well. See you next year! Mahalo!
  28. ScottyK

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a table overlooking the ocean and also the beach. Partial sunset view as well ! Service was really good. Enjoyed the meal and the cocktails
  29. DAVIDA

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    nice location, view of the ocean from every seat. Great menu options.
  30. mosfoodie

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food2service3ambience3
    Convenient beach location, but long wait for food that was average.
  31. JeanS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food and service was great. Beautiful location across from the beach.
  32. jep3md

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Service incredibly slow. Food good, but NOT anything as good as our last trip here pre pandemic!
  33. DonnaC

    Tahoe

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    One of our guest ordered soup and it did not arrive. When the fish and chips came out it was Luke warm. The seared wasabi ahi was very good and the spicy togarashi seared ahi was excellent. The catch of the day was very good. We would go again but hope our server is more attentive
  34. glutenluvr

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The only thing I noticed that was off was the bill prices were $2 higher for entree and cocktails than menu stated. No complaints though. Very nice, relaxed, casual place. Service was great.
  35. Kathyb

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    3.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Good food, friendly service, relaxed vibe. Great setting by the beach.
  36. TaushkaD

    Seattle

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    Mahi Mahi grilled tacos were mooshy and very bland. Good amount of fish for the $28 “special” for taco Tuesday.
  37. JessicaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Delicious food. Friendly service. A must stop every time we're on Kauai. And by far the best lava lava flows we've had.
  38. PAULR

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience1
    OK I don't write too many bad reviews, but this one I HAD to write! Our experience could not have been worse. Let's just say they moved our table twice b/c bugs from the fan above my head kept falling on me and into my food! Enough said - do not go at night if seated under a ceiling fan. Sorry!
  39. MaiTaiRick

    Las Vegas

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    OK - sitting at a window table is nice when the sun will be going down in about 45 minutes.
  40. JimP

    Central Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    The fish and chips were below average The drinks were excellent and so was the macadamian fish. The coconut shrimp was a little to crunchy but very good.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Brennecke’s Beach Broiler offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 742-7588.

Brennecke’s Beach Broiler is rated 4.4 stars by 2931 OpenTable diners.

Brennecke’s Beach Broiler does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 48 times today
Google Map for Brennecke’s Beach Broiler

2100 Hoone Rd, Poipu Beach, HI 96756

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Poipu Rd/Hoowili Rd.

  • Neighborhood

    Poipu

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Steak

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Parking on either side of the building. Handicap accessibility on rear west side of the building.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Tom Tapping

  • Entertainment

    Live FREE music Thursday,Friday and Saturday nights starting at 7:30pm with late night happy hours.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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