Top Restaurants in Kauai
Hawaii, United States Food Guide: 10 Hawaiian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kauai
Find out what Hawaiian restaurants to try in Kauai. Relaxing and pristine Kauai (the Garden Island) is the least commercially developed of the Hawaiian islands. Waterfalls, scenic drives and more than 60 beaches dot the landscape. Some beaches have great snorkeling, others offer child-friendly tidal pools and some are perfect for all kinds of water sports. Dry-land activities include hiking the Kalalau Trail on the Na Pali coastline, taking a day trip to Waimea Canyon and experiencing life on a sugar plantation at Grove Farm Homestead Museum.
Things to do in Kauai
10. Smith Family Garden Luau
Overall Ratings
4 based on 766 reviews
Reviewed By X2895DXandreab
Went as a family of 8 and had a great time. Loved the lava guava dressing for the salad as well as the teriyaki beef. All of the workers were super friendly and made our trip worthwhile. You can definitely see the passion this family has for their luau!
9. Keoki's Paradise
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5430 reviews
Reviewed By Geoff809
Nice setting and friendly staff. Food was generally good but calamari was disappointing. Really great dessert and drinks.
8. The Fish Express
Overall Ratings
4 based on 663 reviews
Hawaiian plate lunches Ginger fried chicken and shrimp. Fresh fish lunches between 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Fresh and frozen full service counter. We pride ourselves as being one and maybe only, on Kauai serving fresh Hawaiian fish. Specialty Poke Bowl Sto
Reviewed By 5150rocks
Stopped at my brother-in-law's favorite place for poke. They were out!! (it was later in pm) We got some wakame instead. And that was good. The prices are about the same as other places around the isle.
7. Anuenue Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 619 reviews
John is the Chef-Owner and Michelle is the GM & Owner since 2015. We serve only the best food and Kauai Roastery Coffee. Our menu features organic, local, fresh ingredients like Makaweli Beef, Anahola Granola, Kauai Roastery Coffee, and all the local frui
Reviewed By AquaPacifica
I am a little confused as the reviews are so good. Cute location, super fast and friendly service. BUT the $4 cup of coffee was tiny - yes free refills but the cup was a joke - , the type you get at conventions but without a saucer or spoon, the small orange juice is served in a tiny small latte glass and my french toast was 1 slice only which came a little burnt and was so small that I thought 'where is the rest of it'? Usually portions in America are so enormous that I can never finish anything and usually wonder about all that waste of food. Here I left hungry and I am not a big eater to start with. One slice of small toast isn't really good enough. Felt a bit cheated.
6. Pono Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 477 reviews
Reviewed By kolohe280
We stopped here on our way to Princeville for some plate lunch. I had read good things about Pono Market, and we were not disappointed. The plate lunch and poke were excellent (we bought some more poke to take to our condo).Some things to keep in mind. There's not a lot of seating - it's primarily a take-out place. Being on the highway in Kapa'a, you will have to hunt a bit for a parking place. But, it's worth it!
5. Kauai ONO 560
Overall Ratings
4 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By PKJ1015
Great concept...make the food truck stationary, set up tables under a tent, and serve excellent dishes.This is a reservation required, BYBO, dining experience. The multi course dinner changes daily, based on the catch and the crop.We enjoyed it immensely
4. Hukilau Lanai
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2897 reviews
Reviewed By Denis841
All the reviews are right. Hukilau Lanai is an outstanding place to eat. The menu is exceptional, the wine list is very good, the ambiance is cozy and welcoming and the staff are friendly and courteous without being stuffy or over zealous. The restaurant is very good value., too.I donât believe youâll be disappointed here.
3. JO2 Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 915 reviews
JO2 transforms natureâs bounty into exquisite dishes incorporating Kaua`i-grown heirloom vegetables and the freshest ingredients from the sea. With the culinary influences of Josselinâs native France, clean flavors of Japanese cooking, and ingredients ins
Reviewed By Helen B
This was delightful in every way. Our waiter was attentive and knowledgeable, giving the fine details of each dish. You come here for the food, which is simply spectacular. Our party enjoyed the onion soup, the seafood dishes, the Korean beef small plate, and the dumplings, my personal favorite!
2. Porky's Kauai
Overall Ratings
5 based on 727 reviews
An Hawaiian twist on an old american favorite... ***Friday Night you will find me in Hanapepe at the Art Walk from 5:30-9. Not in Waimea***
Reviewed By Escape801309
Came across this place as we were sharing a Shave Ice just down the street at JoJoâs. Picked the Number One from the four available items which was delicious Kalua pulled pork, grilled onions over a fat pineapple sausage in a bun. My mouth is watering now. Excellent quick bite after driving up the canyon.
Where to eat American food in Kauai: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Oasis on the Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1186 reviews
Oasis is a beautiful oceanfront location that showcases the best of what Kauai has to offer in cuisine, service and ocean views. We strongly believe that residents and guests of Hawaii want to experience Hawaii. We use local sources for almost 90% of our
Reviewed By Traveling_To_Hawaii
My wife and I stayed at the Waipouli Resort for a week and visited the Oasis four times. My wife had one of their salads with a side of Ono. I had the curry with seared Ahi as well as the Seared Catch. Everything was excellent. We would make a reservation for an early dinner so we had an excellent table. Of course, it's on the beach so the view was good. Highly recommend The Oasis, but be sure to make a reservation as it is always full.
