Location: Kilauea
Top Restaurants in Kilauea
Top Things to do in Kilauea
Top 10 restaurants in Kilauea, United States
Kilauea is a small town on the northeastern shore of Kauai, one of the eight islands that make up the state of Hawaii. According to the Hawaii State Info website, 2,248 people reside in Kilauea, which is 1.5 square miles. The town is a census-designated place (CDP) in Kauaʻi County, Hawaiʻi, United States.
Things to do in Kilauea
1. Kilauea Bakery & Pau Hana Pizza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 564 reviews
Reviewed By sabers86 - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
If going to the famous Kilauea Lighthouse, it is a good place to stop to get some bakery, snacks, or even a pizza. We had a coke and some good bakery since we weren't really hungry. They also have some veggie selection. They also serve a medium size gluten free pizza. Salads, sandwiches are also available. Prices seemed a little higher.
2. The Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 643 reviews
Bistro: A small restaurant serving moderately priced meals in a modest setting.At the Bistro our goal is to serve fresh,local,and great tasting food, while trying to minimize our environmental impact. Please enjoy yourself in our modest bistro,and be assured that we put faith in taking time to enjoy food,drink,and life.
Reviewed By BRIANandRONNIE2010 - New York City, New York
It looks better than it is. Perfectly situated near the Kauai Lighthouse, I’m certain they entrap a good number of hungry tourists. We were certainly taken in.
Ambiance is nice. Service is okay - friendly but not very attentive. Two chicken Caesar salads and one burger later plus two adult beverages, and we walked out with a hundred dollar check. Really overpriced for the quality.
Not a place we can recommend. Sorry. We wanted to like it, but it is just waaaaay overpriced.
3. Shave Ice Tege Tege
Overall Ratings
5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By David G
It's a pleasure to watch each serving being made, as a work of art. Remarkable flavors -- you can taste the fruit. I particularly liked the two seasonal flavors: passion fruit honey, and raspberry. Would have come back more times if they had been open
4. Kilauea Fish Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 609 reviews
Reviewed By D2135 - Calgary, Canada
This is a must stop location when on the north shore! I had the Ahi Poke Salad (raw) and my wife had the Al Burrito with Ahi. Some of the best fresh food and fish I’ve had and my wife couldn’t stop raving about the Ahi Burrito which was a mix of Mexican and fresh Ahi! Please check this place out!!!
5. Pink's Creamery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 523 reviews
Hanalei's Sweet Spot can be found at Pink's Creamery! Over 17 delicious Gourmet Ice Creams to choose from, House-Made Sorbet and Dairy-Free/Vegan ice cream. Our smoothies are made with 1/2 lb. of fruit (locally sourced when in-season/available) and we'll customize yours however you'd like! Our extra thick milkshakes made from any ice cream flavor or combination of flavors...and yes...we have malt! Our Hawaiian Grilled Cheese is what made us famous: Kalua pork, muenster cheese and pineapple served on Hawaiian sweet bread and grilled to a golden perfection! Maui chips and pickles on the side. Each sandwich is made to order and we can make it without the Kalua pork or even without the pineapple to suit individual tastes. Feel free to call us if you want to put in a food order :) Pink's has been under new ownership since May of 2013. We have some exciting future plans so keep checking in! Aloha! Robert and Joleen
Reviewed By Pamiruru - Pamiruru
Sweet sensations! This has often been out go to place after dinner. The ice cream is always so fresh and flavorful. Vanilla mac nut is a great choice. I also want to stop for lunch to try the Hawaiian Grilled Cheese.
6. Palate Wine Bar & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
5 based on 90 reviews
Palate is located in the quaint north shore town of Kilauea, Kauai. Our mission is to provide a unique wine tasting experience for our guests. We believe nothing beats the simplicity and brilliance of a good wine paired with the perfect cheese and cured meat. We take pride in selecting wines from small, esoteric wineries from around the world and strive to create the ultimate food and wine pairing. Enjoy a variety of flavors in an unpretentious, casual environment with a professional and knowledge serving staff. Featuring a rotating wine list, we offer wines by the glass and tasting options. Our cheeses and cured meats are carefully selected to pair well with our wines and are served on marble, slate and wood cutting boards. We also serve house-made baguettes, olives, jams, and dijon mustard to ensure a memorable experience.
Reviewed By drastler - Roseville, California
Nice place for great wines by the glass; we also found the food to be excellent; the roasted beet salad and Greek salad were both very good. They make nice pizzas too we tried the salami, mushroom and olive - excellent flat bread crust. I enjoyed the Saldo Zin. Close to Princeville and a nice option for casual dinner.
7. Hanalei Bread
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By Madebes - Naples, Florida
You can tell by the line for coffee that this bakery has the best in Hanalei! Don't let the line scare you - it moves fairly fast. And after all, you are in Hanalei - time to relax.
We were staying in a rental house, so we bought bread here as well and you can also buy the coffee to take home. Excellent green juices.
Favorite was the brekkie sandwich, with a poached egg, cheese and bacon - you can add an extra egg. The bread is like a brioche so nice and light. Baked goods are also excellent - had a delicious croissant.
Best latte on the island in my opinion. Stopped back for lunch on our last day. The Turkey BLT was superb! Served on toasted sour dough bread - it was huge! You could actually share this for two. Lots of choices - including pizza. There are not a lot of restaurants open for lunch in Hanalei (mostly dinner) - so this was a great find. The kitchen will be closed at 3:00 pm starting 03/18.
8. Kauai Juice Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By lovlybull - Santa Fe, New Mexico
No adventure on Kauai is capable of doing without fueling up with Kauai Juice first!! The nut milks are substantial and filling, while also creamy and delicious!! Plus the Blood Transfusion really gave me a lot of energy!! Thanks guys!! Actually it was some super awesome girls that were working at the stores. Ariel helped us a couple times and gave us plenty of Aloha. The Kauai Juice Co. made our trip!!
9. Julio's Beach Burritos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By djp1955 - Oregon, Wisconsin
Just by chance we happened upon this rolling establishment in between visiting the lighthouse and snorkeling. We were famished and they certainly filled an empty hole. Outstanding is the best description that comes to mind. My Chile Colorado bowl was to die for. My wife had a beef burrito that was equally impressive! I hate writing reviews but I told the couple in command of the kitchen that I would gladly write one for them. Very nice people who serve excellent food and portion sizes that were phenomenal!
Please check them out!!!
10. Banana Joe's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By Kip F - Sacramento, California
The prices haven't changed for the smoothies or the frosties. My spouse ordered the Pineapple alone, while I had the Banana and Pineapple. Again, enjoyed them for the guilt free, healthy snack they are, and walked out a satisfied customer. The cashier was not very friendly, which I remember from last time, but the man who made our order was.
