What areas in Kauai have the best food?

Popular dining areas in Kauai include Kapaa , Princeville , Lihue . You can explore restaurants by specific area using our directory.

Are there expensive or affordable restaurants in Kauai?

Dining costs across Kauai vary widely. Most popular venues fall in the moderate price range ($$), offering a good balance of quality and value.

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Restaurants in Kauai (Page 5)

Discover the magic of Kauai. From hidden local gems to world-class fine dining, embark on a culinary journey across the hallowed shores of this island paradise.

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Popular Areas in Kauai

Kapaa

92 Restaurants

Princeville

33 Restaurants

Lihue

89 Restaurants

Waimea

14 Restaurants

Koloa

52 Restaurants

Hanalei

0 Restaurants

Hanapepe

0 Restaurants

Kilauea

0 Restaurants

Popular & High-Demand in Kauai

Highly recommended dining spots on the island based on visitor volume

4.3(6,039 reviews)

Duke's Kauai

Lihue • 3610 Rice St, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-1705

4.5(4,235 reviews)

The Beach House Restaurant

Koloa • 5022 Lawai Rd, Koloa, HI 96756

4.0(3,200 reviews)

Hukilau Lanai

Kapaa • 520 Aleka Loop behind Coconut Marketplace, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-1452

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4.5(181 reviews)

Papaya's Natural Foods & The Kitchen at Papaya's

Kapaa • 4-901 Kuhio Hwy Ste D, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-1549

4.5(2 reviews)

Health Go Market

Lihue • 3486 Rice St, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-1711

4.5(13 reviews)

Naisla

Kapaa • 4-369 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-1423

4.5(44 reviews)

Napali Brewing Co.

Kapaa • 4-361 Kuhio Highway Ste 100, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746

4.5(560 reviews)

Mark's Place

Lihue • 1610 Haleukana St Ste A Puhi, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-8990

4.5(4 reviews)

Anatta's Thai Street Food

Kapaa • 4-1638 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-1833

4.5(2 reviews)

Aloha Craft Cafe

Lihue • 2970 Kele St Lobby, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-1306

4.5(29 reviews)

Kenji Burger

Lihue • 4454 Nuhou St Suite 523, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-8017

4.5(16 reviews)

Puakea Grill

Lihue • 4150 Nuhou St, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-8000

4.5(3 reviews)

The Musubi Truck Koloa

Kauai • 3450 Poipu Rd, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756-9522

4.5(3 reviews)

Kauai Island Brewing Company - Koloa

Kauai • 5460 Koloa Rd Suite I-102, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756

4.5(2 reviews)

Da Pizza Place

Kauai • 9400 Kaumualii Hwy, Waimea, Kauai, HI 96796

4.4(3 reviews)

Passion Bakery Cafe

Kauai • 4-356 Kuhio Hwy #121 Ste 121, Kapaa, Kauai, HI 96746

4.4(3 reviews)

kenji Burger

Kauai • 4-788 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Kauai, HI 96746

4.4(3 reviews)

Puka Dog

Kauai • 2100 Hoone Rd, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756

4.4(98 reviews)

South East Asia Kauai

Lihue • 3501 Rice St Harbor Mall 2nd Floor Shopping Center, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-1765

4.4(5 reviews)

Leong's Road House

Kapaa • 4-356 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-1413

4.4(911 reviews)

Tiki Tacos

Kapaa • 4-971 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746

4.4(1,958 reviews)

The Plantation House by Gaylords

Lihue • 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-9505

4.4(3 reviews)

Chicken In A Barrel BBQ-Kapaa

Kauai • 4-1586 Kuhio Hwy, Kapaa, Kauai, HI 96746-1832

4.4(121 reviews)

Smiley's Local Grinds

Lihue • 4100 Rice St, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766-1441

4.4(25 reviews)

The Crooked Surf

Kapaa • 650 Aleka Loop, Kapaa, Hawaii, 96746-1402

4.4(3 reviews)

Tidepools

Kauai • 1571 Poipu Rd, Poipu, Koloa, Kauai, HI 96756

4.4(27 reviews)

Mama Lucy's Kitchen

Lihue • 4495 Puhi Rd Ste 1, Lihue, Hawaii, 96766

Frequently Asked Questions about Kauai Restaurants

Everything you need to know about dining in Kauai, Hawaii.

Our top-rated restaurants in Kauai are curated based on thousands of real user reviews and dining experiences. Papaya's Natural Foods & The Kitchen at Papaya's is one of our highest-rated spots, earning 4.5/5 stars from 181 reviews. Check out our 'Top-Rated Restaurants' section above for more recommendations.

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