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Hualani's, Lihue, HI

Hualani's

4.8
4.8
2176 Reviews
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Daily 11:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 320-7399
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Amorin
  • Catering
    *$75++ Per Person<br />Appetizer: <br />The Farm at Hoku'ala Kale Caesar <br />Choice of Entree:<br />Arare Crusted Fresh Catch<br />Asian Style Slaw, Pineapple, Ginger<br /> OR<br />Harris Ranch Filet Mignon<br />Green Peppercorn Demi-Glace, Crushed Yukon Gold, Farm Vegetables<br />Dessert<br />Warm Chocolate Cake <br />Vanilla Ice Cream<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Hualani's at Timbers Kaua‘i offers a private dining room and lounge area, in addition to the full restaurant, that can be rented for your event. For private party requests, please email cdotario@timberskauai.com with the preferred date, number of guests, and type of event. You will be contacted within 3 business days to review and confirm details.
  • Neighbourhood
    Lihue
  • Cross Street
    Please arrive at the Timbers Kaua‘i lobby; free valet parking.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available at front entrance to Timbers Kaua'i. Valet and walk downstairs to Hualani’s open air entrance on your left.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Live Music Monday

    Multiple dates available
    Troy Waiale'ale and Lourn Hess performs local Hawaiian music from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
    Live Music Monday photo
  • Live Music Tuesday

    Multiple dates available
    Live local Hawaiian music by Sheldon Espina from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
    Live Music Tuesday photo
  • Live Music Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Live Piano Music by Robert Woodbury from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
    Live Music Wednesday photo

Offers

  • Hualani's - Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
    Come and join us for Happy Hour daily from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. $8 Draft Beers, $10 Wine by the Glass, $12 Mai Tai's,& $8 Margaritas. Full menus available.

What 2,176 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Best Ambience

  • Hawaii

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Ambience

  • Kauai

    Best Value

  • Kauai

    Innovative

  • Kauai

    Good for groups

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Great for scenic views

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hualani's offers a charming dining experience with "gorgeous ocean views" and "amazing service." Guests rave about the "delicious and beautifully presented food," including standout dishes like lobster tempura and sea bass. While some mention limited menu options, the "warm and welcoming" atmosphere and exceptional service make it a "must-visit" on Kauai.

2,176 Reviews
  1. Michael

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  2. Jeff

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, beautiful location. Definitely recommend.

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  3. Chris

    Seattle

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tina was a terrific wait person. She knows how to guide you thru the meal! Wine, food, dessert … All great!!!

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  4. Jana

    Dallas

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was fabulous. Our waitress Daniell N. Was great. Made excellent alcohol free drink suggestions and provided friendly, professional service. Attentive but not intrusive or overbearing. Mahi mahi and duck dishes were phenomenal. Birthday dessert and cheesecake were delicious. Views were extraordinary. Can’t say enough about our dining experience but we look forward to returning soon!!!

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  5. RicB

    Alabama

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Fabulous meal we had. Service was excellent and very attentive. Only downside was non-spectacular ambience and noise was so so loud - unfortunately just one group of six or so who dominated the restaurant. We had to ask to be seated in a back room and could still hear them but at least could have a nice evening.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Lauren

    New York City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time at Hualani’s celebrating my anniversary. Fantastic fresh fish and thoughtful service.

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  7. Maureen

    Nashville

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Everything was fine EXCEPT the noise level was extremely loud. The chairs were wry from the rain ,we started exchanging them, and the hostess did nothing to help.

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  8. Marian

    Hawaii

    74 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Hualani’s! Tonight we enjoyed the ahi spread with banana chips and local watermelon/beet salad for pupus. My husband and I shared the sea bass which was cooked perfectly and topped with a delicate sauce. My friend raved about the ribs. When her husband reported a problem with the dish he had ordered, the manager quickly replaced it with another dish. Quietly and quickly handled. Well done! We always enjoy Matt, who was our server.

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  9. Larry

    Jacksonville

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve dined at Hualani regularly since it’s opening. We always enjoy the view, variety at the bar, great service (especially Matt the body builder) and of course the cuisine! We recommend this location highly.

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  10. Shawscove

    Denver

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our favorite place for a farm to table experience with a view to die for. Highly recommend.

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FAQs

Hualani's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 320-7399.

Hualani's is rated 4.8 stars by 2176 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Hualani's

3770 Ala Oli Way, Lihue, HI 96766

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Please arrive at the Timbers Kaua‘i lobby; free valet parking.
  • Neighbourhood
    Lihue
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–10:00 am Daily 11:00 am–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available at front entrance to Timbers Kaua'i. Valet and walk downstairs to Hualani’s open air entrance on your left.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alex Amorin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (808) 320-7399
  • Catering
    *$75++ Per Person<br />Appetizer: <br />The Farm at Hoku'ala Kale Caesar <br />Choice of Entree:<br />Arare Crusted Fresh Catch<br />Asian Style Slaw, Pineapple, Ginger<br /> OR<br />Harris Ranch Filet Mignon<br />Green Peppercorn Demi-Glace, Crushed Yukon Gold, Farm Vegetables<br />Dessert<br />Warm Chocolate Cake <br />Vanilla Ice Cream<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Hualani's at Timbers Kaua‘i offers a private dining room and lounge area, in addition to the full restaurant, that can be rented for your event. For private party requests, please email cdotario@timberskauai.com with the preferred date, number of guests, and type of event. You will be contacted within 3 business days to review and confirm details.
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