Duke's Kauai

Name: Duke's Kauai
Address: 3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI, United States, 96766
Telephone: (808) 246-9599
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

4813 Reviews

$31 to $50

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Open Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 246-9599
Website
http://www.dukeskauai.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI 96766
Neighborhood
Lihue
Cross street
Shoreline Access
Parking details
Free valet
Public transit
Bus stop on Rice Street
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Cheeseburger$13.00
1/4 lb. USDA choice beef, cheddar cheese
Fried Chicken$14.00
crispy all-natural chicken strips, panko breaded, ranch dipping sauce
Fresh Fish & Chips$17.00
battered, fried crisp, tartar sauce
Mac & Cheese$11.00
freshly cooked pasta, housemade cheddar cheese sauce
Teriyaki Chicken$14.00
grilled all-natural chicken breast, teriyaki glaze

What 4,813 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Kauai
Best Service
Kauai
Best Ambiance
Kauai
Kid-friendly
Kauai
Good for groups
Kauai
Hot spot
Kauai
Great for outdoor dining
Kauai
Great for scenic views
Kauai
Lively
Kauai
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Kauai
Most Booked

4,813 Reviews

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Foodiewithpups
Sacramento
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful experience. Having got there upon opening we were placed at the open air edge with a great view of the beach. Our requested split dinner order was executed and presented perfectly. They appeared as a complete plated meal but a far smaller in portion. We ordered the calamari appetizer and the catch of the day and they were both excellent. We had the hula pie for dessert, which was enormous. Our server was gracious, attentive, and regularly checked on us.
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Discouraged
Sacramento
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall3food3service4ambience5
Hey Dukes, you have gone down in the last few years. Salad bar is not nearly as good as it was before. Bring back the carrot or zucchini or whatever was the other darker muffins you had for years. Pasta salad recipe is different/not as good. Broccoli was not very fresh in the broccoli salad. Mai tai was boring - like just sugar water. Fresh fish was good. We like you guys, please improve. Thanks
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RLLMaui
San Francisco
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great Views and drinks 🌺 Love Dukes and beautiful location !!
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Taisho
Hawaii
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service and good food. Wonderful ocean view.
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Arizona
Tucson
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Kaylinn, was fantastic. Her overall positive demeanor made you feel welcome. She was helpful in addressing the menu and exhibited a "personality plus." She should be recognized by management for outstanding customer service.
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FritsR
Columbus
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Panko/macadamia crusted catch of the day was one of the best seafood meals I've ever had. Outoor seating looked out on the cove and service was fantastic.
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MadisonH
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall1food1service4ambience4
A total tourist trap. The food was alright. The drinks and view were easily the best part, but save your money and go to other places on the island.
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JimmyB
Philadelphia
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall2food2service4ambience5
Breakfast Brunch was overpriced for average food. Brunch did not include juices which was a disappointment.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Amazing dinner experience with my daughter both nights and both servers. Blaze was Awesome and I believe our second night the waitress was Shauna but not sure, however she was awesome as well. Thank you guys for attentive service and delicious food.
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LoriT
Jackson Hole
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect place for our early dinner before a red eye back to the mainland. Tropical ambience with a beautiful view. Loved the late afternoon entertainment. Great drinks and my teriyaki sirloin was to die for.
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Capitoladiners
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing dinner and hula pie Fresh fish was delicious!
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HollT
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great setting upstairs, nice breeze and views. With a salad expect to spend $45 or so a plate but compared to similar restaurants the portions and food quality is superior. If you are looking for a tasty dinner out in this price range it hits the mark!
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SandyB
Las Vegas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was wonderful food and service! Great view of the harbor!
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JanI
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall3food1service3ambience3
Our waiter was nice, everyone else looked like they weren’t happy to be there or to be working there. The food was like fast food and it was expensive, definitely not worth it . We’ve been to dukes in Maui and Oahu and it was a much better experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
12 reviews
2.0
12 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience4
Food quality has gone down since our visit last year. Fresh vegetables didn’t seem fresh. Salad bar could use fresher produce as well. Service was very good
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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the ocean view, food was really good, lighting was a little too dark
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VirginiaA
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was very helpful and on top of everything for us. The fresh fish selections were explained to us, we had never eaten those fish before and they were very good. We had a 4:30 pm reservation, and while they were earlier than what we wanted, it worked out well.
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LarryN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorite Hawaiian places to visit. Never disappoints. Food and service is always outstanding.
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JenniferP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing views. Great service. Incredible hula pie!! The ambience is very Hawaiian. Don’t miss it.
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GabyH
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Dukes Kauai, always a treat. Our waitress Blaze was exceptional 👌. I had the Seafood combo and my husband the Duke style fish, it was as always very delicious !
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food in a wonderful outdoor dining setting. The hamburger, salad bar and hula pie were fantastic.
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MCDizzy
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic dinner, views, ambiance and staff. Had a wonderful birthday celebration.
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Guest
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience5
Service and atmosphere were amazing. I’m severely disappointed in the cafeteria quality food both my partner and I received for such a high price tag. This was supposed to be fine dining. We enjoyed the look and feel of the restaurant but I only wish they complimented it with good quality food. Almost everything at the salad bar was store bought including the bread.
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MitchT
Chicago
51 reviews
vip
4.0
51 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
Overall a good place to go when in Kauai. A bit pricy and limited menu, but food and service was good. We ate both in the restaurant and the beachside restaurant. Can’t turn down the infamous Hula Pie—-great to share.
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Sunny
Phoenix
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service, and nice ambience. The drinks are a little pricey but we enjoyed our meal and will be going back again later this week. Wonderful location.
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ELHou
Houston
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best brunch on the island! Fantastic friendly staff.
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Doclatt
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
2.0
15 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience4
It started with a less than welcoming head hostess. She was not friendly at all. I say head hostess because she very abruptly reprimanded the nice hostess that greeted us. We checked in and said “I realize we are early, but perhaps we could sit at the bar”. She said of course, whereby the tiny petite head hostess said with an attitude “Yes they are very early and will not be seated before 7:30”. Felt very bad for our hostess. The portions were small, my burger was tiny and overcooked. Medium should be pink, there was no pink to be found. My wife’s fish was lukewarm and the mashed were bland. The veggies were boiled not sautéed. Overall we were advised to skip Dukes and we should have listened but we did not. The waiter was ok, but we felt rushed like we were his last seating and just wanted to go home for the night.
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BeachmanReview
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience5
We have been to dukes many times over the years. Always been stellar even during pandemic. This evening was not good. Service was slow ( maybe too many tables). Mahi was dry with small pieces and barely any Mac nuts. Ono was overcooked. Mai tai was ok not great. Cuba libre had no lime. We did NOT have a good experience.
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Kristy
Atlanta Metro
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience5
You can't beat the beautiful views. Unfortunately, the coconut ginger seafood dish had such over cooked fish that the fish tasted like well done chicken. The kids chicken strips was a win for our kids. Drink a Mai Tai or 2 and you'll care less about the overcooked fish.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food. We had a great evening!
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CarolS
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love dukes wherever we are including HB. Jeremiah was our server In Kauai and service was outstanding
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OpenTable Diner
Oklahoma City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, steak was perfect. Was pleased with the service. Atmosphere was just right.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Cleveland
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and great atmosphere! Be sure to get a piece of Hula Pie!
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BruinDr
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Fantastic waitress Blaise made this meal very pleasant. Great view and ambience, tasty drinks, and solid food. Aloha!
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AshleyH
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. Our favorite meal on the island. Jeremiah was our waiter. Very attentive and took good care of us during our meal.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience5
Food was average at best. For the price; I’d go somewhere else. Atmosphere and location was fantastic
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MindyWinkJaro
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was absolutely delicious and our server Mark was fabulous and even gave us the Hula Pie for our anniversary! Can't wait to come back on our next trip to Kauai!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always visit dukes when we travel to the hawaiian islands. Every spot is gorgeous and a nice vibe. They even are shipping my sunglasses that I left there back to California. Very appreciative as those were given to me by my fiancee. Mahalo dukes🤙🏻
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russ
Kansas City
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall2food1service4ambience3
Hostess needed a personality transplant bad start to a below average experience in general No acknowledgement of our anniversary even though it was on reservation went downhill from there Food was like it was from Denny's Coconut shrimp we so tough inedible Supposedly waygu beef burger was obviously a overcooked frozen Patty from a package Salad bar ,Comped Hula pie and the server only bright spots
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NaPa
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Abend mit leckerem essen, kalten Drinks und einer sehr aufmerksamen und freundlichen Bedienung. Vielen Dank.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Duke's Kauai using the Order Online button. Duke's Kauai also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 246-9599.

Duke's Kauai is rated 4.4 stars by 4813 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 25, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3610 Rice Street, Lihue, HI 96766

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Shoreline Access
Neighborhood
Lihue
Hours of operation
Open Mon–Sat 11:00 am–9:30 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Free valet
Public transit
Bus stop on Rice Street
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.dukeskauai.com/
Phone number
(808) 246-9599

Featured in

100 Hawaii Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Duke's Kauai

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Featured in

100 Hawaii Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Popular dishes

Twisted Hula Pie

Caesar Salad

Chicken Tacos

Menu

Lunch & Dinner

Cheeseburger$13.00

Fried Chicken$14.00

Fresh Fish & Chips$17.00

Mac & Cheese$11.00

Teriyaki Chicken$14.00

What 4,813 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Duke's Kauai offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Duke's Kauai restaurant rated?

Is Duke's Kauai currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Featured in

100 Hawaii Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day