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Canoe Lanai

419 7th St, Lanai City, Lanai, HI 96763 (Formerly Tanigawa's)
808 565 6537
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Ranked #13 of 15 restaurants in Lanai City
Cuisines: Philippine
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Hawaii
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23 reviews 23 reviews
16 restaurant reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

If you want to experience eating where the locals go, try this place. You will find chili pepper water (local version of Tabasco) on the tables, and a menu full of local eats. My suggestion is to try the fried rice moco--a heaping mound of home made fried rice topped with a hamburger patty and fried egg, smothered in brown... More

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Livermore, California
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12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Listen, you are in an environment where service is what it is, no more no less. If you feel the need to have your own personal wait staff, don’t eat here. But if you want a good breakfast, I had Eggs, Hash Browns, sausage and toast for like 9 bucks (as opposed to $33 at Manele Bay) then this is... More

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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29 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We all have an opinion, mine of this place is not great. Service is borderline terrible and the whole experience less than desirable. There's something to be said for friendly waitstaff that are attentive and that regardless of how simple or extensive a menu is and that in cases such as this, takes the time to explain to you that... More

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Marin County, CA
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

The staff were very attentive but the food was only so-so. A bit greasy again--seems to be a theme in the city. More locals here.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2013 via mobile

The service was terrible. The waitress was rude and forgot about our orders made ask us ask 3 times for our drinks and still would not get them. The food was cold and the cheese they used in the omelets was so cheap it made us sick. I'm from maui I LIKE local food this was the just awful cold... More

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Omaha, Nebraska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

The breakfasts were hearty meals and very good. The service was a bit sparse but overall a good experience.

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Honolulu
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013

tasty food but atmosphere lacking ,,,, very local and friendly located along Dole park .,,, nice walking area

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Pasadena, California, Usa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

While this place may not look like much on the outside prepare yourself for some great local food. Recommend the fried rice and egg for breakfast. Great flavor and local color. The food is terrific and less expensive than any place around.

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Virginia
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

Stopped here for breakfast one morning and found the restaurant to be spartan, but efficient. Breakfast was basic, but hearty.

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fresnofred
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

Large menu includes both locals fare as well as more traditional items and best of all a fusion of each

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