We made reservations for A Pacific Café before we left New York City because we heard how popular the restaurant is. Don't let the mall location fool you. A Pacific Café's chef, Jean Marie Josselin, has won accolades and praise from Zagat Survey and from the Honolulu Advertiser.
While nothing on the menu is new, I have to admit that minus the location, it is the fanciest restaurant on the island when it comes to food because of their presentation of fresh Hawaiian seafood and local vegetables.
I decided on the tasting menu with wine pairings, while the boy went a la carte to have a taste of the other entrees on the menu.
First course: Deconstructed Ahi Roll with white truffle vinaigrette and Thai Coconut Curry Soup with Tiger Prawn paired with San Giorgio Pinot Grigio
Second course: Wok-charred Mahi Mahi paired with Blackwing Chardonnay
Third course: Wild Hamachi and Rock Shrimp Risotto paired with Firestone Sauvignon Blanc
Dessert: Milk Chocolate Creme Brulee paired with Selbach Riesling
A Pacific Café
Kauai Village Shopping Center
4-831 Kuhio Highway 220
Kapaa, HI 96746
808/822-0013 |
