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Kapaa 808 822-0600


Hoisin Vanilla Bean Ribs with Li Hing Mui Pickled WatermelonSweet Potato Crusted Uku with Sambal Coconut SauceLilikoi's Favorite - Poki Nachos

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Reservations are reccommended by phone or from their website: http://www.hukilaukauai.com
Open for dinner: 5pm - 9pm, Tuesday - Sunday • Poolside Happy Hour: 3pm - 5pm daily
Location: Kauai Coast Resort, 520 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, Hawaii 96746

They feature live music every night we're open:  Tuesday-Sunday from 6-9pm. They are known for our immpeccable fresh fish, and our fish menu changes throughout the week.
Also, our Beachboy Poolside Bar is open every day from 11am-Sunset, serving salads, wraps, and a daily special made in the Hukilau Kitchen.

"Hukilau offers consistently excellent food at reasonable prices, nightly live music, an outstanding wine list – featuring 20 wines for $20-something, and friendly hosts and servers. The open-air, ocean-view, torchlit ambiance adds to the casual chic. They’re known for the freshest island fish and their use of local products and produce, and the starters such as sweet potato ravioli and ahi poke nachos are hard to pass up!"

Josselin's Tapas Bar & Grill ~ 808 742-7117
Kukui’ula Village Shopping Center
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St., Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756
Images Courtesy of Tapas Bar & Grill

HOURS: Dinner nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

About Tapas ... 
Chef Jean Marie Josselin, one of the 12 founding members of Hawaii Regional Cuisine has returned to the Island of Kauai to introduce a new, more rustic way of cooking.  Josselin received recognition from prestigious culinary institution for his innovative culinary style and use of fresh, organic ingredients.  The James Beard Foundation nominated him for “Best Chef of the Northwest”.  Bon Apetit magazines singled out his former restaurant “A Pacific Cafe” as one of the best restaurants in the country”; and Conde Naste Traveler chose “A Pacific Cafe” as one of it’s “50 Choice Restaurants Around the Country.  Wine Spectator Magazine voted his “808 Seafood Restaurant” at Caesar’s Palace  “Top 10 Restaurants” in Las Vegas.
“Josselin’s Tapas Bar and Grill” at Kukui’ula Village Shopping Center introduces dishes inspired by flavors from around the world, served “Tapas” style.  “Tapas” is a wide variety of dishes meant to be shared amongst family and friends.  We encourage you to enhance your dining experience by tasting many different “tapas” from their menu, paired with refreshing sangrias, signature cocktails, and their selection of wines from around the world.  “The Whole Process is About Sharing”, let them take you through the journey.
http://josselins.com
Welcome home Chef Jean Marie ... Kauai has missed you! I've missed you! Lilikoi

Ocean Side Dining at it's best!
Call (808)245-2121 for Reservations

Imagine a tropical Italy or a Hawaiian Riviera. That's what you'll find at this northern Italian restaurant overlooking Kalapaki Bay. Owner Giuseppe Avocadi was born and raised in Italy, when he opened his Restaurant on the Island of Kauai, "Kauai reminds me so much of the Italian Riviera", Mr. Avocadi says. " A marvel of contrast between mountains and sea surrounded by palms and fields of vibrant greens….. It's truly a paradise."  Open Nightly for Dinner from 5:00pm - 9:30pm.
Cafe Portofino Banner Courtesy of Guiseppe
http://www.cafeportofino.com

The Tavern at Princeville ~ 808 826-8700
5-3900 Kuhio Highway  Princeville  96722
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Chef Roy Yamaguchi wanted to start a new concept based off his grandfather's tavern in Maui that he remembers growing up. The Tavern hosts a casual atmosphere with excellent service and attention to detail. They feature American Classics & Local Favorites with a little French twist. Their signature dish is Roy's buttermilk fried chicken with mashed potatoes and sauteed kale. They are fortunate to have their own 5,000 square foot garden; where they grow herbs and vegetables that appear on their menu as well!

Open daily at 11:00 am for Lunch in the bar, dinner service begins at 5:00 pm
Reservations being taken until 9:30 pm
 Sundays feature live music with Pancho Graham, a solo guitar artist that plays local style music.

Specials are created nightly by their chefs with items like Filet Mignon, Roy's Classic Blackened Ahi, Scallops, and gourmet flatbreads. 

The Tavern’s bar features signature cocktails that will surprise and delight you! Like their twist on the classic Mai Tai with muddled pineapple wedges and basil leaves. They also have one of the only tap systems on the islands that pours their very own wines made exclusively for The Tavern, by Costa de Oro’s Gary Burke.

Smoked Opah Salad coutersy of 22° NorthKauai Produce coutersy of 22° North
808 245-9593
We'll miss you at Kilohana Plantation
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Sadly has closed as of January 1, 2012, but Gaylord’s at Kilohana, a longtime Kauai favorite known for its Sunday brunch and holiday gatherings, will be back on the Garden Isle starting Monday, January 9, 2012 in it's place. Stayed tuned as their website evolves and new information is added for the return to the Gaylord's name!
http://gaylordskauai.com/

Barefoot Bar courtesy of Duke's KauaiUpstairs Dining courtesy of Duke's Kauai
Barefoot Bar - Hours 11am-12am (midnight) Everyday
Dining Room - Hours 5pm-10pm Everyday
www.dukeskauai.com
Reservation and information line:  808-246-9599
Live Music at the Barefoot Bar - Monday, Thursday-Sunday 4pm-6pm & Thursday-Sunday 8:30pm-10:30pm


808 822-7447
Kukuiula Shopping Village
"The Downstairs Cafe on Kauai"
Make Reservations here:
http://www.merrimanshawaii.com/merrimans-kauai.phps
 

•  •  • and Newly renovated and beautiful in Kapaa!
Kauai Pasta 808 822-7447 in Kapaa or 808 245-2227 in Lihue

Culinary Magic in Kapaa ~ 808 822-7447
4-939B Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, Kauai, HI 96746
Check for updated Hours for Lunch and dinner.or
http://www.kauaipastarestaurants.com/
Open also in Lihue next door to the 711 ~ 808 245-2227
3-3142 Kuhio Highway, Lihue,Kauai, Hawaii 96766
Ho'omaika'i "Congratulations" Jon & Rondi Heller
Food Delights Courtesy of Chef Russel & KarolynFood Delights Courtesy of Chef Russel & Karolyn

Meet the Chefs ... Russel & Karolyn Stokes
Chef Russel Stokes was raised in a family where great food was always treasured. Born in Portland, Oregon, his mother’s professional baking and his Italian grandmother’s family feasts inspired Stokes to dedicate his life to cooking. Russell’s mother had a second passion, surfing, which lead her to move her family to Kauai when Russell was eight years old. Russell grew up learning to love food, and at the age of 19 he joined Roy’s Poipu Bar and Grill, eventually working his way up to the Executive Chef position. 
Chef Karolyn Stokes was also born in Portland, Oregon and was raised in a nearby town until she went to college. She went to Pepperdine University and studied early childhood education, minoring in English and German. After working in different fields for a couple of years, she attended culinary school. Karolyn spent the next year attending the California School of Culinary Arts, spending eight hours each day learning about all aspects of the culinary world. The California School of Culinary Arts is a daughter school of Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, France, basing its doctrine on classic French cooking techniques through intense hands-on teaching. Afterwards, she did her externship at Roy’s Poipu Bar and Grill, where she met Chef Russel Stokes :).
www.kauaicuisine.com ~ 808 822-3994Click their Kauai Cuisine logo to go directly to Kauai's Premier Fine Dining Caterer and to learn more of this family's delicious story and their philosophy of combining fresh, local ingredients, years of culinary expertise, and a tremendous passion for food. Their mission is to utilize these three things to create a unique and exciting dining experience. They aim for perfection. It is their hope that while striving towards that goal, they will create culinary magic.

Kintaro Family Restaurant 808 822-3341Restaurant Kintaro
Kapaa  808 822-3341
Just next door to Kinipopo Village
Lilikoi's Family's absolute favorite in Wailua!

The Eastside Cafe
OPEN Monday - Saturday • Lunch 11 am - 2:30 pm • Dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Eastside Cafe - Kapaa  808 823-9500The Eastside Cafe - Kapaa  808 823-9500The Eastside Cafe - Kapaa  808 823-9500The Eastside Cafe - Kapaa  808 823-9500
Located right in Old Kapaa Town across from the ABC Store and First Hawaiian Bank
4-1380 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii 96746 • Phone (808) 635-5567
Lemongrass Kapaa 808 821-2888 or 822-2288Lemongrass Grill & Seafood
Located just pass the Whale Wall in Kapaa
Phone:  808 821-2888 or 822-2288
Open for Dinners Mon - Sun from 5 pm - 10 pm

Island Palm Kapaa 808 823-8828Island Palm Island Steakhouse
Located just pass the Whale Wall in Kapaa & Now Open for Breakfast
Phone:  808 823-8828
Open for Dinners Mon - Sun from 5 pm - 10 pm

Sushi Bushido Bar and Restaurant 808 632-0664 808 822-0664
Sushi Bushido Restaurant
Located in the old Blossoming Lotus building.
Ste 5, 4504 Kukui St, Kapaa, HI 
* Say Aloha to Owner/Executive Chef Victor Heresa from Lilikoi :)
Lunch Mon-Thurs 11 am - 2 pm
Dinner (Sun-Thurs) 5 - 9 pm & (Fri-Sat) 5 - 9:30 pm

Beach House Restaurant
Poipu 808 742-1424
Lounge is open from 5:00 pm to closing.
Dinner served 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm October-April.
Dinner served 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm May-September.
Beach House is open every day of the year.
If you desire window seating you must try for a reservation at 6 pm in the summertime or 5:30 pm in the winter months. No guarantees :(

Duke's Canoe Club  Kalapaki Beach 808 246-9599www.the-beach-house.com

Plantation Gardens 808 742-2216Plantation Gardens Restaurant & Bar 
Poipu  808 742-2216
Email: pgardens@aloha.net
Say aloha to Rocky for Lilikoi

On December 1, 2000 Piatti Restaurant Company returned their restaurant back to it's original name, its Hawaiian roots, and it's Hawaii Regional Cuisine.  Plantation Gardens Restaurant & Bar is located inside the Kiahuna Plantation Resort in sunny Poipu.

In 1968 this plantation manager's home was originally opened as the Plantation Gardens Restaurant with a relaxed and elegant atmosphere.  The owners now wish to return to that name to share the home's history and that warm aloha spirit with its guests.  The historic plantation manor house dates back to the 1930's.  Formerly known as the Moir residence, it is a historic plantation home richly refurbished with Brazilian cherry wood floors, koa trim, rattan seating and a large, open air veranda.  The surrounding Moir Garden features cacti, succulents, the largest private collection of aloe in the Kiahuna Resort and numerous koi ponds.


Roy's Poipu Bar & Grill   808 742-5000

Roy's Poipu Bar and Grill  808 742-5000www.roys-restaurants.com

House of FriendsCasa di Amici 
"House of Friends" 
808 742-1555 Poipu ~ Italian with Kauai Flair
Open 7 Nights a week from 6:00 PM
Open ended and flexible, but prefer reservations.
The menu is a combination of Italian Mediterranean, including French, Thai, Japanese, and Vietnamese influences and International Eclectic Quisine.  Most entrées can be ordered in "light" or regular portions. Reservations are definitely recommended.

Keoki's Paradise   Poipu  808 742-7535
Keoki's Paradise  Poipu  808 742-7535www.keokisparadise.com

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Naupaka TerraceLihue 808 245-1955 and ask for the Naupaka Terrace 
Restaurant with a delightful breakfast, lunch, & dinner menu daily and special dinners in an intimate atmosphere. Offers:  Saturdays: Seafood & Primerib Buffet & Sinday Brunches ~  Driftwood Sand Bar & Grille: for lunch, snacks and tropical drinks poolside. ~  Shutters Lounge: Live Music Nightly & Entertainment * This a a local family favorite that is affordable and reasonably priced great food!
 
 

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http://www.tasteofhawaii.com

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