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Hualani's
Diners’ top pick
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Price: Very Expensive
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Hawaii Regional Cuisine
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4.8
(2,239)
Experience one of the best restaurants on Kaua'i and enjoy farm-to-table oceanfront dining from the elegant yet relaxed setting at Hualani's. Here, oceanfront dining is influenced by the seasons. What's fresh at The Farm at Hōkūala inspires the farm-to-table menu, while our bar serves up well-balanced craft cocktails that complement the seasonality of the kitchen. Our culinary experience is inspired by a sense of place and driven by local farmers, as well as fresh-picked ingredients from our on-site organic farm. From the morning harvest and the daily catch, Hualani's shines a hyper-local spotlight on the bounty of the Garden Isle.
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The Plantation House by Gaylords
Price: Expensive
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Mediterranean
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4.6
(5,412)
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 you
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Duke's Kauai
Price: Expensive
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Hawaii Regional Cuisine
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4.6
(5,722)
We are open for dine-in and takeout every day of the week. We feature live entertainment from 3:30-5:30pm & 6:00-8:00pm daily. Except for Sunday, live music from 9:30-11:30am & 6:00-8:00pm. 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.
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Naupaka Terrace
Top-rated food
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Price: Expensive
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Hawaii Regional Cuisine
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4.5
(465)
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.
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Cafe Portofino
Price: Expensive
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Italian
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4.2
(2,232)
Authentic Northern Italian fare, also specializing in seafood and steaks. Cafe Portofino is a beautiful upscale restaurant overlooking the ocean located at the Royal Sonesta Resort. Please come and enjoy our award wining cuisine and breathtaking views. Official parking for the restaurant is available at the Royal Sonesta Resort.
Please note, all seating is first come, first served- no special seating requests can be honored. For parties over 6, online reservations are not accepted, please call the main number.
If you have children in your party, please leave a note on your reservation or message the restaurant so that we can better accommodate your seating. Grazie.

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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 occasion at the best restaurants in Lihue. Our customers recommend Duke's Kauai, Hualani's and The Plantation House by Gaylords

As of Jan 11, 2025 there are 7 restaurants in Lihue. Filter by “outdoor dining”, “romantic” or “dog friendly”.

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