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The Plantation House by Gaylords, Lihue, HI

The Plantation House by Gaylords

4.7
4.7
5353 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 245-9593
  • Website
    http://www.kilohanakauai.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Saguid
  • Catering
    We are Kauai's premier full-service catering experts. From intimate dinners to full-service event catering at your location, Gaylord's at Kilohana is equipped and staffed to make your event an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Gaylord's at Kilohana offers a variety of party spaces to host your private event. Our open-air courtyard or lanai is a fun and festive space for dinner; the private dining room is the picture of historical elegance; and our newly renovated living room/bar will be the "it" spot for cocktail parties and lively mixers. Guests may order from our standard menus or hosts may choose to create a custom menu prepared epecially fo their event.
  • Location
    3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766
  • Neighborhood
    Lihue
  • Cross street
    Nuhou
  • Parking details
    Free parking adjacent to the mansion.
  • Entertainment
    Gaylord's features rotating Hawaiian musicians & entertainment several nights a week. Kilohana Plantation, home to Gaylord's, offers diners additional entertainment and activities to enjoy during their visit: Ride the Plantation Railway through our sustainable farms, learn about rum making and taste the award-winning rum at Koloa Rum Co., or shop in the artisan shops scattered around the property and plantation home. Luau Kalamaku is Kauai's premeir luau and runs every Tuesday & Friday evening.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Starters

  • French Onion Soup$9.00

    Classic French onion soup served daily

    • Soup Du Jour$8.00

      Ask your server for our daily soup special. Served in a bowl or cup.

      • Ahi Poke Stack$20.00

        Fresh ahi poke, Aloha Spice Kiawe smoked sea salt, won ton chips, mesclun greens, avocado, pickled ginger juice, wasabi mayo, unagi sauce, tobiko caviar, and furukaki

        • Quick Fried Brie$17.00

          Creamy Triple cream, drizzled with honey, truffle oil served with macadamia nuts, red grapes, and baguettes

          • Fresh Island Catch Crudo$22.00

            Finished with Tahitian lime sesame soy, Hawaiian chili pepper pipette, jalapeno, sofrito, and red radish

            • Vegetarian Spring Rolls$17.00

              Fried vegetable spring rolls, bean sprouts, green beans, cabbage, and carrots, served with a pineapple sweet and sour sauce

              • Parmesean Truffle Fries$14.00

                Yukon gold potatoes and parmesan cheese tossed in white truffle oil. Served with garlic aioli.

                Salads

                Ranch, lemon balsamic vinaigrette, tangy papaya seed, miso mustard vinaigrette, sesame hoisin vinaigrette, or Caesar dressing.

                • Kilohana Cobb Salad$19.00

                  Apple wood smoked bacon, char grilled chicken breast, blue cheese, avocado, boiled eggs, red onions, grape tomato, Gem romaine lettuce and Ranch dressing.

                  • Caesar Salad$13.00

                    Crisp Gem romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, crispy parmesan, focaccia croutons tossed in caesar dressing.

                    • Caprese Salad$16.00

                      Burrata cheese infused with extra virgin olive oil, vine ripened tomato, local farmer greens, Aloha Spice Alae Hawaiian Salt, crostini, balsamic reduction and fresh basil.

                      • Local Field Greens$14.00

                        Local Farmer's mixed greens, garlic, roasted portabello mushroom, grape tomato, goat cheese, cucumber, lemon balsamic vinaigrette

                        Sandwiches

                        All sandwiches are served with your choice of garden salad or french fries.

                        • Teriyaki Bison Burger$20.00

                          Flame grilled Bison on brioche bun, smoked gouda, roasted garlic mayo, arugula, vine ripened tomato, grilled pineapple, and red onion.

                          • Kilohana Cheeseburger$18.00

                            Flame grilled beef patty, choice of cheese, caramelized onion, brioche bun, butter lettuce, red onion, and vine ripened tomato.

                            • Portobello Mushroom Burger$18.00

                              Oven roasted garlic and Portobello mushroom, topped with triple cream brie, caramelized onion, and white truffle oil, served with lettuce tomato and onion on toasted brioche bun.

                              • Pulled Pork Sandwich$17.00

                                Slow roasted pork, passion fruit barbeque sauce, grilled onions, garden slaw on brioche bun.

                                • Misoyaki Fish Sandwich

                                  Fresh Catch of the day in miso and sake, oven roasted, wasabi mayo, butter lettuce, red onion, vine ripened tomato, finished with coconut lemongrass sauce and pickled ginger on a brioche bun. $MP

                                  • Grilled Vegetable Sandwich$17.00

                                    Flame grilled zucchini, onions, eggplant, red and yellow bell peppers, Havarti cheese, balsamic reduction, extra virgin olive oil on ciabatta bread. Served with sweet potato fries.

                                    • Braised Beef Short Rib Dip$18.00

                                      Slow sake braised beef boneless short rib, Havarti cheese, creamy horseradish, tucked in ciabatta bun, served with au jus.

                                      Entreés

                                      All fish entrees are market price.

                                      • Fresh Catch

                                        Pan roasted, cole slaw, unagi and coconut lemongrass butter sauce over jasmine rice.

                                        • Fish and Chips

                                          Fresh island catch dipped in a saffron beer batter, fried to a crisp. Served with tartar sauce and fries.

                                          • Fresh Fish Tacos

                                            Fresh catch pan roasted, corn or flour tortillas, roasted tomato salsa, and chipotle crème fraiche. Served with fries.

                                            • Blue Crab and Coconut Curry$22.00

                                              Crab meat tossed with vegetable Asian curry, served on Jasmine rice.

                                              • Red Curry Salmon$19.00

                                                Pacific wild salmon marinated in shoyu emulsion, pan roasted, topped with shiitake mushroom salad, settled on steamed jasmine rice, Kabayaki and coconut red Thai curry sauce.

                                                • Shrimp Scampi$20.00

                                                  Shrimp, shimeji mushrooms, and garlic butter sauteed in alfredo cream sauce, tossed in linguini pasta and served with garlic bread.

                                                  Vegan and Vegetarian

                                                  • Vegan Medley$17.00

                                                    Kaffir lime leaves, eggplant, Alii mushroom, green beans, baby bok choy, red and green bell peppers, simmered in coconut Olena sauce settled on steamed Jasmine rice.

                                                    Last updated: February 8, 2024

                                                    What 5,353 people are saying

                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                    4.7
                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Loved For

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Overall

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Food

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Service

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Ambiance

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Value

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Good for groups

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Healthy

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Great for outdoor dining

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Good for special occasions

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Most Booked

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    The Plantation House by Gaylords in Kauai offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food," "superb service," and a "beautiful location." Guests appreciate the "stunning grounds" and historic charm. While some reviews mention occasional service lapses, the "Hawaiian vibe" and "memorable meals" make it a top choice for special occasions.

                                                    5,353 Reviews

                                                    1. Charlie

                                                      Hawaii

                                                      1 review

                                                      3.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                      2. Food 3
                                                      3. Service 1
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      The restaurant and grounds are beautiful. We were seated immediately upon arrival which is always a bonus at any restaurant. We opted to go with the Thanksgiving set menu, ordering every item on offer (4 of us). There were multiple changes to the menu after we ordered (appetizers & dessert). We received our first drinks 20 minutes after seating and prior to appetizers, refills were not offered until dessert was on its way. An hour wait between appetizers & entree with no visit from our server aside from bringing steak knives for two of us The only time our server was quick to respond was when we asked for the check at the end of the meal. Overall: beautiful location, good food, terrible service. Would absolutely not return.

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                                                    2. Susan

                                                      Hawaii

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We had a lovely intimate Thanksgiving on the lanai. I think this might become a tradition.

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                                                    3. Tom

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      4 reviews

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We love Gaylords. Always great food and service. We had Thanksgiving dinner last year at Gaylords and had an awesome Ono meal, so we booked again this year. Gaylords never disappoints. Our waitress, Davis, was outstanding.

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                                                    4. mindy

                                                      Calgary

                                                      51 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      51 reviews

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      The Plantation is a lovely place to dine - we were situated in a covered porch that was beautiful and part of the old plantation house dining room. It’s a step back in time - elegant and understated. Anna provided good service although we were surprised that after the initial glass she never poured wine even when she stopped by the table which she did several times. We started off with a Tanqueray martini which was good and generous. We also ordered a bottle of Pino Grigio which was very well restaurant priced and just fine as expected. We were started off with bland “focaccia bread” with mostly balsamic and a little oil in one of those small metal serving cups which I found awkward. A plate would have been better. We shared the vegetarian spring rolls which were very hot, somewhat greasy, and quite ordinary. The Pork Osso Bucco was very tasty with lots of tender meat. A winner there! The accompanying asparagus was properly cooked and well seasoned but the potatoes were forgettable. The 4 large day boat scallops were perfectly cooked and delicious but the accompanying mushroom gnocchi was commercially made, chewier than they should have been with a gluey bland cream sauce with tasteless enoki mushrooms - at least I think that’s what they were. We skipped dessert. There was one “Hawaiian” style dessert with Macadamia nut brittle but the rest were the usual lava cake, crème brûlée, a cheesecake and sorbet and tiramisu. All that said I’m glad we went for the ambience. The prices were modest compared to other places we saw so overall, even with a few food missteps I gave it a solid 4 stars.

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                                                    5. OpenTable Diner

                                                      Las Vegas

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Delicious meal with a beautiful ambiance! It did not disappoint.

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                                                    6. MaureenD

                                                      Phoenix

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We’ve been in Kauai for a month and had some great meals. Hands down, this was the best food, service and ambience. Five Star all the way!

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                                                    7. Fabricio

                                                      Orange County

                                                      22 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      22 reviews

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent service and really good food. One of the best places on Kauai to have dinner.

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                                                    8. JOAN

                                                      Minneapolis

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Highly recommend! Food and service was superb and the ambiance couldn’t be better.

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                                                    9. David

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Our server, Jeff, was excellent. It was an enchanting dinner.

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                                                    10. Eric

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      34 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      5.0

                                                      34 reviews

                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Lelo was amazing. Went above and beyond going over the menu . We visit Kauai every fall and Gaylord’s is always a must . Food is always delicious and staff is always friendly.

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    The Plantation House by Gaylords offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 245-9593.

                                                    The Plantation House by Gaylords is rated 4.7 stars by 5353 OpenTable diners.

                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                    Make a reservation

                                                    2 people
                                                    8:00 PM
                                                    Booked 35 times today

                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                    Google Map for The Plantation House by Gaylords

                                                    3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross street
                                                      Nuhou
                                                    • Neighborhood
                                                      Lihue
                                                    • Hours of operation
                                                      Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $31 to $50
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Mediterranean, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Pan-Asian
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Smart Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Free parking adjacent to the mansion.
                                                    • Payment options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Executive chef
                                                      Johnny Saguid
                                                    • Entertainment
                                                      Gaylord's features rotating Hawaiian musicians & entertainment several nights a week. Kilohana Plantation, home to Gaylord's, offers diners additional entertainment and activities to enjoy during their visit: Ride the Plantation Railway through our sustainable farms, learn about rum making and taste the award-winning rum at Koloa Rum Co., or shop in the artisan shops scattered around the property and plantation home. Luau Kalamaku is Kauai's premeir luau and runs every Tuesday & Friday evening.
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://www.kilohanakauai.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (808) 245-9593
                                                    • Catering
                                                      We are Kauai's premier full-service catering experts. From intimate dinners to full-service event catering at your location, Gaylord's at Kilohana is equipped and staffed to make your event an unforgettable experience.
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      Gaylord's at Kilohana offers a variety of party spaces to host your private event. Our open-air courtyard or lanai is a fun and festive space for dinner; the private dining room is the picture of historical elegance; and our newly renovated living room/bar will be the "it" spot for cocktail parties and lively mixers. Guests may order from our standard menus or hosts may choose to create a custom menu prepared epecially fo their event.

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