Best Seasonal Restaurants in Lihue

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Duke's Kauai

4.6

Exceptional(5644)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 66 times today

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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2. Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach

4.1

Excellent(378)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 9 times today

Dine with us under the stars over looking Kalapaki Beach and enjoy regional cuisines with fresh island fish and delicious steaks, luxurious hand made cocktails.

3. Hualani's

4.8

Exceptional(2177)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 31 times today

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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4. The Plantation House by Gaylords

4.7

Exceptional(5346)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Lihue

Booked 37 times today

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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5. Oasis on the Beach

4.7

Exceptional(2847)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Kapaa

Booked 23 times today

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 80% of our ingredients, and work closely with Kauai"s farmers and fishermen to provide you with the best and freshest possible ingredients. We work to highlight the quality and freshness of our ingredients in a style that captures the diversity of local cultures and influences without burying the delicious flavors that our local ingredients offer.

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6. Beach House Restaurant- Kauai

4.7

Exceptional(12739)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Poipu

Booked 182 times today

Our stunning ocean-front location with spectacular sunsets makes the Beach House an iconic destination on Kauai's south shore that has won the Hale 'Aina Award for "Best Restaurant - Kauai" for 20+ years. Our philosophy at the Beach House is simple - take aloha, blend it with fresh and high-quality ingredients, and add an ocean view to deliver a handcrafted, Hawaiian experience. Executive Chef Marshall Blanchard makes the most of local ingredients by sourcing our fish directly from island fisherman and our beef from neighboring ranches. We incorporate fresh and local produce throughout our menu, highlighting Hawai'i farms and the resources that surround Kauai. Reservations are highly recommended for a dining room table in our open-air restaurant. We also offer lounge seating on our lawn, where the full menu and full service are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please check in with the bar host for lawn seating.

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7. Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

4.6

Exceptional(2737)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Koloa

Booked 47 times today

Red Salt’s diverse menu by acclaimed Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas celebrates fresh Hawaiian seafood and produce in a casual, yet sophisticated seaside atmosphere. Modern dinner cuisine includes favorites from both land and sea, decadent desserts, tableside martinis and more, all served in a contemporary setting.

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8. Brennecke’s Beach Broiler

4.4

Awesome(3145)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Poipu

Booked 5 times today

Only accepting reservations for parties of 6 or more. Please visit brenneckes.com to book online.Offering a robust menu of salads, gluten free options, steak, and fresh, never frozen, seafood options every diner is sure to be pleased. Brennecke's is the only full service ocean view open air dining on Poipu Beach with daily happy hours from 3-5pm. Live music on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday nights starting at 7:30pm. Join us for lunch, daily happy hour and dinner, or our world famous Mai Tai! E-Gift Cards available at https://www.toasttab.com/brenneckes-beach-broiler-catering-2100-hoone-rd/giftcardsBrennecke's houses several complimentary business activities open daily for both visitors and kama'aina (locals). Besides it's historic and iconic location across from world-famous Poipu Beach, Brennecke's boasts it's success to its countless return visitors and life-long employees that maintain it's ambiance of timelessness.

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9. Ilima Terrace - Grand Hyatt Kauai

4.5

Awesome(243)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Koloa

Booked 7 times today

Spectacular ocean and lush garden views welcome you. Indulge, island time is yours. Start your day with a grand Daily Breakfast Buffet, or a la carte Breakfast Menu, or the a la carte Lunch Menu service. Check back often for special themed Wine Pairing Dinners, and exclusive Holiday Buffets in the open-air ambience of Ilima Terrace.Join us on Thursday, November 28 for a special Thanksgiving Brunch menu curated by Executive Chef Greg Grohowski. 11:00 am - 4:00 pmAdults $105 | Keiki $52Reservations recommended, $35.00 cancellation fee for no-shows. Celebrate "A Taste of France" on Friday, December 13, a Wine Dinner Pairing featuring Duckhorn Vineyards of Napa Valley, curated by Chef RJ Udaundo & Jagger McMillin.5:30 pm - 8:00 pm$204.00 per person (Inclusive of tax, fees, and gratuity)$174.00 per person for Kamaaina with Hawaii state IDMust be 21+ and overBook on: https://www.hyatt.com/grand-hyatt/en-US/kauai-grand-hyatt-kauai-resort-and-spa/dining

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10. Daybreak at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

3.5

Very Good(14)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kapaa

Savor a la carte options in the open-air environment of our Daybreak restaurant, located at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort. Take in the views of the Coconut Beach coastline while enjoying some of our island favorites. Try the Kauai Paradise Pancakes, build your own benny or try our daily Coconut Beach Breakfast Buffet. Join us every Sunday for our Sunday Brunch from 10:30-1:00pm. You are bound to find something your entire family will enjoy at Daybreak!

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Ericvip
San Francisco Bay Area •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
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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The Plantation House by GaylordsPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Lihue
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4.7
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Michaelvip
Central Kentucky •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Gorgeous location for a romantic dinner or out for any special evening. The food was excellent along with a fine wine list. The farm to table freshness was well evident! The service was spot on and made us feel like it was a special day. We will definitely visit again!
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Hualani'sPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.8
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roryvip
Los Angeles •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was delicious! We have dined a lot at the Huntington Beach location so we wanted to try something new and different here. I had the coconut ginger braised seafood and I enjoyed it tremendously. My husband had the filet mignon with coconut shrimp and he said it was delicious. I loved the Dukes Mai Tai cocktail. We all enjoyed the Hula Pie and pretty much inhaled everything. Our waiter, Mark, was very attentive, answered all our questions and we appreciated all his suggestions. We will definitely come back the next time we are in Kauai
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Duke's KauaiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.6
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Bradvip
Chicago / Illinois •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Charlie was our server and did an excellent job. Three in our party have nut allergies and he and the staff were very attentive to that. The food was delicious…Ono as they say here. Several of us had the Blue Marlin. Very good!
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Oasis on the BeachPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Kapaa
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4.7
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Bola
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 5, 2024
It was my birthday and I had a good time the food was great.
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Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki BeachPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.1

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Duke's Kauai

2. Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach

3. Hualani's

4. The Plantation House by Gaylords

5. Oasis on the Beach

6. Beach House Restaurant- Kauai

7. Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

8. Brennecke’s Beach Broiler

9. Ilima Terrace - Grand Hyatt Kauai

10. Daybreak at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

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