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The Plantation House by Gaylords
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(5,534)Gaylords now rebranded as The Plantation House by Gaylords offers one of Kauai's most beautiful settings for lunch, dinner and happy hour. Located in the historic Kilohana Plantation home, diners are seated around an open-air courtyard with views of the plantation grounds and Mt. Waialeale in the distance. Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers and fishermen. Our 67-acre sustainable farm provides much of the produce and herbs used in our dishes and cocktails. Menu items include starters like fresh Ahi poke, fried brie, fresh seafood, delicious steaks and vegan entrees too. Don't forget about our famous Banana Cream Pie for dessert! Take a walk around the Kilohana grounds, shop in our assorted boutiques, visit the Koloa Rum shop, go on a rum safari adventure or take a ride on the plantation train.
If reservations are not available online, please call us anytime and we will be more than happy to accommodate youDuke's Kauai
Price: Expensive•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.5(5,815)We are open for dine-in and takeout every day of the week. We feature live entertainment Monday & Tuesday 3:30-5:30pm; Monday-Saturday evenings 6:00-8:00pm; Sundays 9:30-11:30am & 4:00-6:00pm. Please visit our website at dukeskauai.com for current menus or to order takeout online.
With the crystal blue waters of Kalapaki Bay and the Hoary Head Mountains surrounding you, Duke’s Kauai invites you to celebrate life like the legend, Duke Kahanamoku, himself. The unique island-inspired atmosphere connects guests to the garden isle with luscious indoor waterscapes and a breezy Barefoot Bar. The Barefoot Bar is seated on a first come-first serve basis. Savor the fresh tastes of the island with locally sourced, contemporary beachside cuisine and handcrafted cocktails. The aloha spirit and Duke’s legacy live on at Duke’s Kauai.
Naupaka Terrace
Price: Expensive•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.2(468)Naupaka Terrace is located inside Outrigger Kaua`i Beach Resort & Spa, where our dining room is complemented by the oceanside garden setting. We aspire to be Kauai’s next great destination restaurant, celebrating the bounty of the island & its diversity of cultures & cuisines. With a strong focus on local farms & purveyors, our menus reflect familiar ingredients & classic Hawaiian dishes and preparations, from an elevated & sophisticated point of view. Our beverage program complements the food, with a modern interpretation of classic cocktails, local beers and "zero proof" libations, along with an approachable wine list featuring labels from around the world. Visit our website to see our menus.Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach
Price: Expensive•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•3.6(382)Dine with us under the stars over looking Kalapaki Beach and enjoy regional cuisines with fresh island fish and delicious steaks, luxurious hand made cocktails.
See what locals rave about in Lihue
- MMichaelVIPHouston •11 reviews5.0Dined todayLovely evening at dinner as usual! Our first choice when in Kauai! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️More infoCafe PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lihue•4.3
- KKendallHawaii •10 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoKukui’s is always a great experience. Just footsteps from the massive pool at the Royal Sonesta, the ambience can’t be beat. Our server, Jackie, was fabulous, and the food is outstanding. We live here, so we are nearly regulars. Their prices have increased since they remodeled, but the menu has improved as well. Enjoy a great dinner, followed by a walk along Kalapaki Beach.More infoKukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki BeachPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue•3.6
- CClarkHawaii •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoBeautiful ocean view. Consistently high quality in food and service. We have dined here at least once on every visit for the past twenty five years and Dukes never disappoints. It is our favorite restaurant here on Kauai.More infoDuke's KauaiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue•4.5
- UKUKKSSan Francisco Bay Area •15 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWas a great experience.. ahead of a flight out, went to this place for some cravings and they did not disappoint! Paul was very attentive.. Food was awesome… highly recommend!More infoALISA Sushi & Thai BistroPrice: Moderate• Thai• Lihue•4.5
Discover Lihue
Lihue, the capital city of the Hawaiian Island of Kauai, is home to arguably the most diverse array of restaurants on the island. The restaurants in Lihue serve everything from authentic Italian cuisine to organic pescatarian food to "ono local grindz." However, all of the local eateries have something in common: the fresh seafood. The locally caught shrimp is especially popular with visitors. Known throughout the Hawaiian Islands as some of the tastiest shrimp around, the shrimp of Kauai is much sweeter and softer than the shrimp sold at mainstream grocery stores. As a special surprise, Kauai shrimp is usually served with the head on.
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Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in Lihue. Our customers recommend Duke's Kauai, Hualani's and The Plantation House by Gaylords
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