Founded in South Africa and owned by a self-proclaimed nutrition nerd, Kauai specializes in simple, accessible meals and drinks made with seasonally sourced ingredients—ideal if you’re looking to eat a bit better or you’re on the go.

 

In Thailand, the chain is run by the Dusit group, who have helped it scale from gym-based haunt to expanding mini-empire with dishes like the dragon fruit smoothie bowl (pink dragon fruit, mango, coconut milk, pressed apple juice, banana, and mint; B190); sliced avocado with poached free-range eggs (B150); and the popular princess wrap (B240) filled with chicken, avocado, feta, and veggies.