Location: Hanapepe
Top Things to do in Hanapepe
Things to do in Hanapepe, Hawaii (HI): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
Hanapepe is a historic, unincorporated community in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States. The name means "crushed bay" in Hawaiian which may refer to landslides in the area) For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Hanapepe as a census-designated place (CDP). The census definition of the area may not precisely correspond to local understanding of the area with the same name. The population was 2,638 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Hanapepe
1. JJ Ohana
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Hitlerhater - Cholame, United States
JJ Ohana is a great little gift/snack shop in Hanapepe. The have nice gifts for reasonable prices and the staff is very, very sweet and helpful. They sell a great selection of Ni' ihau shell jewelry with certificates of authenticity. I know, my mom bought me one for Christmas and I love it!! Definitely worth stopping in.
2. Talk Story Bookstore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By SnowBeans - San Diego, United States
While traveling, I always make it a point to visit a local bookstore. If possible, I find one with a great story and Talk Story may have the best narrative. It is the westernmost bookstore in the United States and the only bookstore on Kauai. It was a highlight of our visit to Hanapepe and a great way to conclude our day after hiking in the Waimea Canyon. Talk Story offers a great selection of books with a fantastic focus on Hawaii. The staff was knowledgeable and welcoming. I picked up a few books and enjoyed the time spent browsing Talk Story. If you love cats, you will appreciate Talk Story's Boss - Celeste.
3. Taro Ko Factory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By TimB2993 - Lausanne, Switzerland
Tiny little shop in the tiny Hanapepe village. If you are lucky and find the owner inside then you can enter and buy 5 different sorts of potato chips. If he's not there, well you're out of luck. Anyway, this place is definitely worth passing by. It is a gem off the beaten path, and a must if you love potato chips. We tried all different types and loved every single bite. We regret not buying more!
4. Jacqueline on Kauai
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By E1362PVrobertg
Jackie is a character and a sweetheart - also an outstanding seamstress who cranks out beautiful Hawaiian shirts. I'm a big guy and have a lot of inexpensive shirts that just don't fit right. She made me a great shirt that looks and fits great. You are going to pay more but they are competitive with any high end shirt (like Tommy Bahama). She'll get it done in a couple days. Lots of other hand-sewn stuff as well. Hanapepe is at little tattered and reminiscent of old Hawaii days and Jackie's shop fits right in. Say hi to the lovebirds Bougie & Bacall. Cash only for purchases.
5. Kauai Fine Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
We sell antique maps and prints, authentic Ni'ihau shell lei, antique Tiki carvings, Menehune carvings, Hawaiiana.
6. Salty Wahine Gourmet Hawaiian Sea Salts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By J558AVchristinec - Mount Vernon, United States
This is a fabulous store. The Hawaiian rub, guava garlic salt and our new favorite...hawaiian curry! Stock up every year to take home for a reminder of this beautiful island. Great gifts for family and friends. We walk in and the fragarance of the spices welcome us as well as the wonderful people that work there!
7. Kauai Kookie LLC
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4.0 based on 53 reviews
Since 1965, we have been THE original "kookie" from the island of Kauai. Our bakers are hard at work creating a variety of island-style cookies and other baked items that uphold a reputation of quality. Each of our products is baked fresh daily using some of Hawaii’s finest ingredients. Come visit our factory store in Hanapepe and select from a variety of samples - we are sure you will find one that you like.
Reviewed By 382kenv - Charlotte, United States
Well it is not a fancy place, but the “Kookies” taste great. When you walk in there are plenty of samples. Taste them all. Hard to beat the shortbread macadamia nut.
8. Bad Hats
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
9. Blu Umi
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4.0 based on 6 reviews
10. Aloha Spice Company
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 72 reviews
The Aloha Spice Company is located on the island of Kaua`i Hawaii. We make spices, seasonings & rubs, Hawaiian Salts, Smoked Salts, Hawaiian Sugars and much more. We make all our products in small batches using the highest quality ingredients. We have 2 main locations on Kaua`i; our main store is located in Hanapepe and we have a smaller retail store at Kilohana Plantation in Lihue. We have something for everyone and offer many other locally made foods, gourmet groceries and locally made gifts.
Reviewed By lovetotravel994
Friday night is Art Night in Hanapepe. It is so much fun with street vendors, food trucks, and shops that stay open late. Aloha Spice is a quaint shop with the most interesting spices for sale! This trip I picked up two new cacao grinds - one spicy, one dessert minded, both equally good! I also recommend the Hawaiian Paradise Grind (a mixture of Hawaiian sea salt, onion, orange peel, chives, and the mysterious “grains of paradise.” It is amazing on chicken, vegetables, and in fried rice of all things. ❤️
