KAUAI KAUAI is a health food restaurant that was started by three college friends from California and has been serving healthy and nourishing salads, wraps, warm bowls, smoothies, and more since it reached South Africa in 1996. Operating under Real Foods (Pty) Ltd, KAUAI aims to make healthy eating easy and accessible by carefully developing each menu item to highlight the naturally delicious flavors of locally sourced whole ingredients that are free from added sugar, unhealthy fats, and preservatives. Their commitment to real foods extends to using free-range chicken and eggs, GMO-free whey protein sourced from grass-fed cows, and avoiding harmful synthetic chemicals. With a renewed focus on customer service excellence and a dedication to maintaining a supply chain that supports sustainable farming practices, KAUAI is on a mission to inspire a 'real food' revolution in South Africa.

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09/09/2026

Just in time for your next Summer adventure. We're heading somewhere with lush forests, dreamy lagoons, salty sea air and plenty of wildlife. Any guesses where our new store is? Drop it in the comments below. 👇

08/09/2026

30 years of Kauai and feel-good smoothies! 🎉 Grab (or gift) your smoothie SIP-SCRIPTION in the App and enjoy ANY 5x small smoothies for R150. Valid till 21 September. Ts and Cs apply.

08/09/2026

Celebrating HER HYROX moment. 🖤

Through our work with The Lunchbox Fund  we are helping provide nutritious meals to children across South Africa. 🇿🇦
04/09/2026

Through our work with The Lunchbox Fund we are helping provide nutritious meals to children across South Africa. 🇿🇦

Smoothie subscription secured! 🫡 Here’s your inspo for what to sip on next week. Get your smoothie subscription on the K...
03/09/2026

Smoothie subscription secured! 🫡 Here’s your inspo for what to sip on next week. Get your smoothie subscription on the Kauai App and you can have them all. Ts and Cs apply.🥤

This is your last chance to love these faves. Summer is coming...👉️
02/09/2026

This is your last chance to love these faves. Summer is coming...👉️

01/09/2026

Smoothie SIP-SCRIPTIONS are back! Celebrate our 30th Birthday with 5x small smoothies for just R150, so grab yours on the App and get sipping! Offer valid till 21 September 2026. Ts and Cs apply.

27/08/2026

Through our work with The Lunchbox Fund , we’re helping provide nutritious meals to children across South Africa, including the incredible children we spent the day with at Esterhof Kleuterskool in Riebeek Kasteel. Now, you can help too. Every like on this post = one meal donated to a child. 🙌 REACT and help us reach 100,000 meals together!

27/08/2026

Unhinged wellness opinions on set with Women's Health South Africa 👀
Which one are you co-signing? And more importantly, what’s your own unhinged wellness opinion? We MUST know. 👇

30 years of fresh calls for a tasty celebration. Grab 2x BBQ Chicken Wraps for R150 and save R50. Every deal bought on t...
25/08/2026

30 years of fresh calls for a tasty celebration. Grab 2x BBQ Chicken Wraps for R150 and save R50. Every deal bought on the Kauai App is a chance to WIN a Virgin Active Membership for an entire year. Offer valid till 31 August 2026. Ts and Cs apply.

24/08/2026

Come for the food, stay for the feels.🕺

19/08/2026

One for you and one for your day one. 😏 Get 2x BBQ Chicken Wraps for R150 on the Kauai App. Valid till 31 August 2026. Ts and Cs apply.

18/08/2026

Solo in the Singles ROXZONE, but never solo in prep. 💪 Training together, hyping eachother up and fuelling up with Kauai before race day took over. What an epic weekend at Virgin Active HYROX Cape Town!

18/08/2026
18/08/2026

Nothing says “I did that” like finishing your HYROX race, grabbing your FREE coffee and flowers from Kauai and recovering at Virgin Active.

Address

Shop 6105, V&A Waterfront, Breakwater Boulevard
Cape Town
8001

To get to Dock Road in Cape Town, you have a few options for public transport and driving/parking:

Public Transport:
1. MyCiTi Bus: Take the MyCiTi bus to the Waterfront Silo bus station. From there, it's a short walk to Dock Road.

2. Train: Take the train to Cape Town Station. From there, you can either walk or take a taxi/Uber to Dock Road.

Driving/Parking:
1. From Cape Town CBD: Head west on Buitengracht Street towards the V&A Waterfront. Turn right onto Dock Road and continue until you reach your destination. There are parking lots available along Dock Road and in the V&A Waterfront area.

2. From N1/N2 Highway: Take the Nelson Mandela Boulevard exit towards Cape Town CBD/V&A Waterfront. Continue on Nelson Mandela Boulevard until you reach Buitengracht Street. Turn left onto Buitengracht Street and then right onto Dock Road.

Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning any specific destination at Dock Road, as per your request.

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 21:00
Thursday 08:00 - 21:00
Friday 08:00 - 21:00
Saturday 08:00 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 21:00

Telephone

+27 87 291 0587

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KAUAI, located on Dock Road in Cape Town, is a health food restaurant that has made a name for itself by providing easy and accessible healthy eating options. Started by three Californian college friends, KAUAI has been serving nourishing salads, wraps, warm bowls, and nutrient-rich smoothies since it arrived in South Africa in 1996.

What sets KAUAI apart is its commitment to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients that are free from added sugar, unhealthy fats, and preservatives. The chicken and eggs used at KAUAI are free-range, and their whey protein comes from grass-fed cows and is GMO-free. This dedication to real foods ensures that every menu item highlights the naturally delicious flavors of the ingredients.

In addition to their focus on real foods, KAUAI has also prioritized customer service excellence. Their new slogan "Made Naturally" reflects their passion for health and wellbeing. When dining at KAUAI, you can expect nothing but the very best in food and nutrition.

One of the standout features of KAUAI is their commitment to sourcing the best quality seasonal ingredients. They strive to offer GMO-free options with no additives, preservatives, artificial colorants or flavorants. By maintaining a supply chain that supports farmers using sustainable practices and prioritizing locally sourced produce whenever possible, KAUAI is leading the way in inspiring a 'real food' revolution in South Africa.

Whether you're looking for a refreshing salad packed with nutritious ingredients or a satisfying wrap filled with wholesome goodness, KAUAI has something for everyone. Their menu caters to various dietary preferences and restrictions without compromising on taste or quality.

Overall, KAUAI on Dock Road in Cape Town is an excellent choice for those seeking healthy eating options that are both delicious and nourishing. With their focus on real foods and commitment to customer service excellence, they have established themselves as a leader in the health food restaurant industry.