The Dolphin Restaurant

3 recent ratings
$$$$ • Japanese Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Reported GF menu options: Cocktails, Soy Sauce, Sushi
Safety Rating
2 ratings

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5-5016 Kuhio Hwy
Hanalei, HI 96714

Most Recent Reviews


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The server’s knowledge of menu ingredients was fantastic. The food and dessert were delicious and prepared perfectly, according to our requests. They have GF Tamari and the homemade wasabi is GF as well.

There was no judgement or pushback about our dietary needs, and additional options were offered, to accommodate us. No reactions were noted after the meal.

There are no reservations at the restaurant, and the seating list begins at 4pm, while the seating does not start until 5pm, so be advised that you may have to wait for a little while. But it is definitely worth the wait.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most/All

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Symptomatic Celiac

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Asked if the seafood chowder had gluten and the young man working there was less than helpful and basically sneered me out of there. That’s all I know. I didn’t ask if there was soy sauce on the poke but I assume so.

Updated 1 year ago read full review

Overall Rating

Review


Had sushi here and it was great! The server understood celiac, and knew that the California roll (real crab) needed to be modified to remove the tobiko without me even asking. She also brought gf tamari. Restaurant is open late, which is rare on the north shore. There is also a fish market with takeout next door. On the pricier side, but good food and I felt safe.

Safety


How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contact?

— Somewhat

Safety Feature Ratings
  • Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
  • Staff will clean kitchen space or change gloves if asked

Quality & Quantity


Is there a gluten-free menu?

— No gluten-free information on the menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other


Other Characteristics
  • Good for dinner
Updated 1 year ago read full review

This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.

Gluten-Free Features

  • Cocktails
  • Gluten-Free Menu
  • Soy Sauce
  • Sushi

Categories

  • Asian
  • Dairy-Free Friendly
  • Dinner
  • Fine Dining
  • Hawaiian
  • Japanese
  • Kid Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Restaurant
  • Seafood
  • Vegetarian Friendly

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Gluten free menu, offer Tamari sauce with sushi in place of soy sauce.

Updated 4 years ago read full review

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