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A photo of Duke's Kauai restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5758)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue
Booked 49 times today
We are open for dine-in and takeout every day of the week. We feature live entertainment Monday & Tuesday 3:30-5:30pm; Monday-Saturday evenings 6:00-8:00pm; Sundays 9:30-11:30am & 4:00-6:00pm. 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.
A photo of Cafe Portofino restaurant
4.2
Awesome(2251)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Lihue
Booked 17 times today
Authentic Northern Italian fare, also specializing in seafood and steaks. Cafe Portofino is a beautiful upscale restaurant overlooking the ocean located at the Royal Sonesta Resort. Please come and enjoy our award wining cuisine and breathtaking views. Official parking for the restaurant is available at the Royal Sonesta Resort.Please note, all seating is first come, first served- no special seating requests can be honored. For parties over 6, online reservations are not accepted, please call the main number.If you have children in your party, please leave a note on your reservation or message the restaurant so that we can better accommodate your seating. Grazie.
A photo of Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach restaurant
3.6
Very Good(381)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue
Booked 6 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.
A photo of Hualani's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2291)
Price: Very Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue
Booked 30 times today
Hualani's is a romantic restaurant with an elegant yet relaxed oceanfront dining setting. Reviews highlight the beautiful setting, excellent service, and delicious food. As one reviewer said, 'the food was artfully presented and good flavor. A place to splurge as a special treat.' The restaurant's unique farm-to-table menu and well-balanced craft cocktails add to its charm. Its live music, scenic views, and the option to dine outside make it an ideal location for a romantic dinner.
A photo of The Plantation House by Gaylords restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5476)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Lihue
Booked 31 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
A photo of Beach House Restaurant- Kauai restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(13091)
Price: Very Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Poipu
Booked 185 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.
A photo of Keoki's Paradise restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7497)
Price: Moderate
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Poipu
Booked 109 times today
Aloha! Visit keokisparadise.com for our menu, hours of operation, weekly specials or to place a takeout order online! Enjoy fresh fish, steak, seafood and more! Keoki's is open for lunch and dinner every day of the week while offering brunch on the weekends. Escape to your own unforgettable paradise! Surround yourself with serene waterfall features and panoramic greenery, an experience the entire family will enjoy.Live entertainment is offered daily. Experience locally sourced ingredients which compliments the refreshing and casual atmosphere. With a strong commitment to the community and genuine service, Keoki’s is truly beloved by locals and visitors alike.
A photo of Tidepools - Grand Hyatt Kauai restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5898)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Poipu
Booked 72 times today
The most romantic setting on Kauai. For the ultimate in ambiance, delectable food and stellar service, Tidepools is the place. This quintessential Hawaiian setting has a backdrop of waterfalls with thatched roof bungalows that seemingly float above koi-filled lagoons. Savor modern island-style cuisine in this distinctive open-air setting. Diners rave about the exceptional service and fresh fish and steak options with a unique island flair including macadamia nut crusted fish, grilled ahi or a succulent steak. Salads feature greens grown at our hydroponic farm on site and the desserts are luscious. Don't miss this delightful experience.
A photo of Oasis on the Beach restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2940)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Kapaa
Booked 19 times today
Oasis on the Beach is a romantic restaurant with a beautiful oceanfront location, offering fresh, local ingredients. Reviews highlight its 'beautiful setting', 'great view', and 'amazing ambience'. It's the perfect spot for a romantic dinner, with 'fantastic food', 'excellent service', and a 'relaxed atmosphere'. As one reviewer put it, 'The ambiance was really nice and the food was great!'
A photo of Eating House 1849 - Kauai restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3159)
Price: Expensive
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Koloa
Booked 28 times today
Acclaimed Chef and James Beard Award winner Roy Yamaguchi opens The Eating House 1849 at The Shops at Kukui'ula. Named after one of the first restaurants constructed in Hawai'i, by a Portuguese businessman named Peter Fernandez, Eating House pays homage to the popular casual eateries of the mid 19th century that incorporated a medley of flavors from the Island's growing and diverse communities.Please call the restaurant to make reservations for parties of 5 or more. For parties of 10 or more we require credit card information to hold the reservation, and follow a 48 hour cancellation/no show policy; any cancellations withing 48 hours of your reservation date, or not showing up to a reservation will result in a charge of $20 per person.

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  • Greg
    Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    What a wonderful and beautiful place on the ocean! We went for lunch just prior to our flight and had a great swordfish sandwich and macadamia red snapper dish. Staff was friendly and attentive….views were gorgeous and we saw some whales in the bay.
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    Hualani'sPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
    4.8
  • Adam
    New Mexico •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The beautiful and historic grounds make dining at the Plantation House an excellent, all around experience. Service staff was all delightful, personable and friendly, but not overbearing and pushy. The focaccia bread and balsamic was a great start, being flavorful and well baked. I ordered the Plantation House Signature Oscar, which for this evening, was fresh monchong (sickle pomfret). It was described to me, by my server, as a cross between mahi mahi and halibut, which was very accurate. The cook was PERFECT, and paired nicely with the Parmesan crust. Slight variation in an Oscar-style preparation, in my experience, as they used a hollandaise (vs. a bearnaise) which was totally appropriate for this dish. The lemon enhancement with the hollandaise interplayed with the crab and sweet asparagus, perfectly. The overall theme of this dish was BALANCE, with intelligent restraint. The red bliss basil mash was also delicious, and the "truffleyaki", which appeared to be a truffle oil/teriyaki blend, was a triumph. Not, usually, a fan of truffle oil, but this is an example of why it was invented, and how it should be implemented in a dish. The composed bite from this dish is the BEST BITE on the island of Kauai. Portion size was adequate and leaves room for dessert, which I would also highly recommend. The Goat Cheesecake is also OUTSTANDING. The chèvre/cream cheese paired with tart lemon curd and fresh raspberries is heavenly.
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    The Plantation House by GaylordsPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Lihue
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Hawaii •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Patricia was an excellent server. The food was very good. Live music was wonderful. Had the Marlin and it was light and cooked perfectly. The sauce that was on it was a oh so good.
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    Cafe PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lihue
    4.2
  • Stephanie
    Cincinnati / Dayton •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We dined at Duke's before heading to the airport to return home. What a wonderful "last meal"! The specialty Mai Tai was wonderful and the featured macadamia nut encrusted Mahi Mahi (featured fish of the day) was perfectly cooked and served with an amazing sauce. The service was very attentive and efficient. The view was stunning and dining room very comfortable and lovely. Be prepared for pricey - I thought more so on the drinks than my entree, comparatively speaking. I would definitely return.
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    Duke's KauaiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
    4.6
  • JohnVIP
    Los Angeles •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 14, 2025
    Enjoy the restaurant, was not super busy. The service was excellent . Our server was Marites she was lovely and very attentive to our needs. She had great knowledge about the menu. We had a great conversation about wine. She had good knowledge and recommendations and the reason why. We ordered appetizers shrimp. We ordered pasta and pork. We would order again. The price was fair portions are on large size. Did not order dessert.
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    Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki BeachPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
    3.6

Discover best romantic restaurants in Lihue

Discover the charm of Lihue, Kauai with its selection of romantic dining options that are perfect for special evenings out. Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Hawaii, Lihue offers a variety of restaurants that specialize in creating intimate and memorable dining experiences. These establishments often feature scenic views, whether of the oceanfront or lush Hawaiian flora, providing a breathtaking backdrop to a romantic meal. The dining scene in Lihale is known for its emphasis on local ingredients, with many restaurants offering farm-to-table experiences that highlight the best of what Kauai has to offer. Diners can expect artfully presented dishes accompanied by a range of well-crafted cocktails, enhancing the overall dining experience. Whether you're celebrating an anniversary, planning a date night, or simply looking for a place to unwind, Lihue's romantic restaurants promise a fusion of exquisite flavors, exceptional service, and an ambiance that's hard to forget. Each location strives to provide a unique dining experience that catifies both the palate and the heart, making every meal a celebration of love and meticulous culinary craftsmanship.

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