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Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Kauai

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Kauai? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


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Hualani's
4.8
4.8 (2105)
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Lihue
About the restaurant
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.
Top review
Patricia
Dined 2 days ago
Service was outstanding, food was delicious, and view was breath taking. Our server Mark was the best ever! Definitely will make a return reservation.
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Lobster Tempura
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Fresh Fruit
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Misoyaki Seabass
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Merriman's Kauai
4.7
4.7 (5112)
$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Koloa
About the restaurant
Chef-Owner Peter Merriman has brought his unique style of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine served in a casual yet elegant setting of Old Hawaii Plantation. A pioneer in the "Farm to Table" concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. His international menu items are prepared in a manner that highlights the natural flavors of these fresh, local foods. Located in Poipu, we feature both mauka (mountain) and makai (ocean) views as well as sunset veiws over the Kukui'ula resort. The aloha-friendly staff, with a food and beverage knowledge second to none, will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
Top review
Mike
Dined 2 days ago
Every entree and appetizers were fantastic. Great service and beautiful view. A must place to dine
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Oasis on the Beach
4.7
4.7 (2810)
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
Kapaa
About the restaurant
Oasis is a beautiful oceanfront location that showcases the best of what Kauai has to offer in cuisine, service and ocean views.

We strongly believe that residents and guests of Hawaii want to experience Hawaii. We use local sources for almost 80% of our ingredients, and work closely with Kauai"s farmers and fishermen to provide you with the best and freshest possible ingredients.

We work to highlight the quality and freshness of our ingredients in a style that captures the diversity of local cultures and influences without burying the delicious flavors that our local ingredients offer.
Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined on Oct 2, 2024
We had a lovely time at Oasis for our 1 year anniversary. The food and drinks were great and the view can’t be beat, however our server seemed a little inexperienced. He forgot our drinks, offered us dessert before our entrees arrived, and forgot our bubbles we ordered after dinner and just dropped the check. He didn’t refill our waters and we had to ask someone else for a to go box after he forgot. All in all we would definitely go back and tell everyone to go here just wished we had the level of service the tables around us had.
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Apple Banana Spring Roll
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Pork Wontons
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The Wedge Salad
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Tidepools - Grand Hyatt Kauai
4.7
4.7 (5658)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Poipu
About the restaurant
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.
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OpenTable Diner
Dined 1 day ago
Recommend getting a side of Molokai Sweet Potatoes (better than Okinawan) if your entree doesn’t already come with. Da’Nolli (ube canolli) was a great dessert!
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Molten Chocolate Lava Cake
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Prime Ribeye
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Hawaiian Catch
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Table at Poipu
4.7
4.7 (457)
$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Koloa
About the restaurant
I'm humbled to present to you my newest creation: Table at Poipu. Here, I will be sharing some of my favorite recipes developed through the years, always with my favorite culinary quote in mind; "quality ingredients served simply". by CHEF GORDON
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Linda
Dined 5 days ago
Great food options offering small plate sizes to mix it up. A perfect dining experience for us.
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Mushroom Risotto Goat Cheese Croquettes
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Bone-In Pork Chop
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Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort
4.6
4.6 (2678)
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Koloa
About the restaurant
Red Salt’s diverse menu by acclaimed Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas celebrates fresh Hawaiian seafood and produce in a casual, yet sophisticated seaside atmosphere. Modern dinner cuisine includes favorites from both land and sea, decadent desserts, tableside martinis and more, all served in a contemporary setting.

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Patrick
Dined 1 day ago
Outstanding food, I treated my son to what he said was the best steak he has ever had.
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Blue Crab Crusted Monchong
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Hawaiian Bread Pudding
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Grilled Mahi Mahi
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Beach House Restaurant- Kauai
4.6
4.6 (12518)
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
Poipu
About the restaurant
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.
Top review
RichardBestSpots
Dined 1 day ago
Quality food, spectacular view, servers Raina and Mary were supreme. Easy valet parking. Venue is sparkling. Perfect dining experience.
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Filet Mignon
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Keiki Fish
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Lobster Bisque
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Japanese Grandma's Cafe
4.6
4.6 (21)
$31 to $50
Japanese
Hanapēpē
About the restaurant
We specialize in healthy, delicious Japanese Food!
Established in 2016.
The restaurant was opened with the philosophy of serving wonderful fresh food just like Japanese Grandma has fed to her family and friends!

Top review
Renee
Dined 6 days ago
I love this restaurant and go there every time I visit Kauai! Fabulous, delicious, nice atmosphere every time!!
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Cafe Portofino
4.4
4.4 (2163)
$31 to $50
Italian
Lihue
About the restaurant
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.
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Sharon
Dined 3 days ago
Our favorite restaurant on Kauai. Has the best Italian food!! The bolognaise sauce is meaty and light. The veal is fork tender.
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Meat Lasagna
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Chocolate Mousse
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Moa Moa at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
4.1
4.1 (181)
$31 to $50
Pacific Rim
Kapaa
About the restaurant
Moa Moa, is home to American, Hawaiian fusion, Pacific-Rim inspired faire. We focus on fresh seafood dishes. Our lanai seating provide sight-lines to our vast ocean views at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort.

Top review
deborah
Dined 6 days ago
Such an amazing restaurant. It was a last minute book and I couldn’t be happier. The food was spectacular as was the service. Outdoor seating was beautiful with a nice breeze. Our server Art called us by our names when he came to check on us and described the specials and items on the menu.
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