Top 10 American food in Lihue, Hawaii, United States

August 6, 2020 Karren Gelb

Discover Restaurants offering the best American food in Lihue, Hawaii, United States. Lihue, Kauai's capital city, is also served by the island's only airport, making it the most popular port of entry to Kauai and a hub of industry on this small island. However, Lihue retains its island charm and emerald beauty despite its urbanization. Spend the day sunbathing and dipping into the temperate waters at Kalapaki Beach before enjoying a luau at Kilohana Plantation. Step out of town to witness breathtaking Wailua Falls cascading over tiered stone to a drop of 80 feet.
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10. Keoki's

3009 Peleke St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1439 Seafood, Hawaiian, American Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Live Music +1 808-245-3260 http://keokisparadise.com
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4 based on 98 reviews

Keoki's

Reviewed By Carl B

A store clerk recommended Keoki's. It was raining. We looked at several other nearby restaurants, which we eliminated for various reasons. So we kind of settled on Keoki's and were not disappointed. The portions were not excessive. We both had fish entrees which were quite good.

9. Kukui's Restaurant and Bar

3610 Rice St Kaua'i Marriott Resort, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1705 American, Hawaiian, International Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Table Service, Reservations, Valet Parking +1 808-246-5042 http://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/lihhi-kauai-marriott-resort
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4 based on 432 reviews

Savor island-inspired dishes at Kukui's on Kalapaki Beach, an international restaurant located in beautiful Lihue, Hawaii. Experience a perfect blend of global and Hawaiian flavors in our delicious fare. Enjoy tasty cuisine for breakfast buffet, al fresco

Reviewed By hgastellum19

If I was to go back I'd opt for the salad bar and nothing else. Lots of roasted veggies and the rolls and butter should not be missed. The poke bowl was underwhelming and sadly so was everything else.

8. JJ's Broiler

Anchor Cove Shopping Center, 3416 Rice St., Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766 American, Bar, Seafood, Soups Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront, Beach [email protected] +1 808-246-4422 http://jjsbroiler.com/
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4 based on 1156 reviews

JJ's Broiler

Reviewed By Caronltaylor

Other than our friendly waitress, this was a wasted chunk of dough. Food looked and tasted like it was all straight out of the box. Zero flavor on any of our plates. Place was empty. You’d be much better off taking a few steps next door to “Duke’s”.

7. Daddy O's Restaurant

4303 Rice St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1359 American, Cafe, Diner, Hawaiian Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Parking Available +1 808-639-4351 http://daddyoskauai.com
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4 based on 124 reviews

Daddy O's Restaurant

Reviewed By Paul B

Tried Daddy O's two mornings for Breakfast and really enjoyed thee experience. There is plenty of free close parking available . the staff is very helpful, attentive and very friendly. the food is really good and served promptly. The menu is extensive and the food is fresh and nicely plated.

6. Kauai Beach Resort

4331 Kauai Beach Dr, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-8109 American, Bar, Pub, Hawaiian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Outdoor Seating, Seating, Valet Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Parking Available, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +1 808-245-1955 http://www.naupakaterrace.com
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4 based on 188 reviews

Kauai Beach Resort

Reviewed By BDD_11_12

Restaurant overlooks the lovely grounds and the beach/ocean. Nice to see vegetarian options. We went for brunch and were given a coffee pot when we ordered coffee for three. Nice choices from the menu and a breakfast buffet with some typical items along with a good variety of fresh fruit and muffins.

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5. Tip Top

3173 Akahi St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1196 American, Diner, Hawaiian Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +1 808-245-2333 https://www.tiptop-motel.com/cafe.html
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4 based on 651 reviews

Tip Top

Reviewed By Pineapple9699

We stayed overnight on a Saturday at the Motel and thought the restaurant on the main level was closed on Sunday, but were pleasantly surprised that it was open. It was very crowded around 9am but we were able to get a booth right away. Service was prompt and friendly. Coffee was brought right away from a rolling cart that allows for the servers to easily and quickly take care of the need for caffeine... Our order was taken within a few minutes. The only snafu was when I asked for more hot water in my tea, they added coffee to my cup.. we had a laugh over this little mishap and they brought me a new cup and teabag. Our omelets were a good size and the hash browns were like the patties you get at McDonald's (but good) . There was a constant stream of people coming in, so clearly this is a popular spot for breakfast.

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4. Rob's Good Times Grill

4303 Rice St Rice Shopping Center, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1359 American, Bar, Pub, International Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +1 808-246-0311 http://www.kauaisportsbarandgrill.com
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4 based on 350 reviews

Rob's Good Times Grill

A favorite of both locals and visitors with an appealing menu selection and friendly staff. We offer something to please everyone. Sports viewing, live music, dancing, trivia night and karaoke (select nights). Happy Hour and food specials daily. Family fr

Reviewed By PismoPat

We stopped for lunch and ordered 2 burgers and a BLT. Service was very good and the burgers were hand-pressed thick burgers made from good quality local beef. The BLT had a good amount of bacon, but for some reason the bottom slice of toast was wet.Rob's is a sports bar with a local vibe. It was very busy and the quality and quantity of the food we saw being carried by looked good.I plan to return to Rob's in the future to try a few other dishes, but the hamburgers are really good.

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3. Kauai Beer Company

4265 Rice St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1330 American, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +1 808-245-2337 http://www.kauaibeer.com/home
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4 based on 585 reviews

Kauai Beer Company

Reviewed By Teresa R

I'm glad we came here to try the beer, but we were also looking for lunch and just FYI, the menu I found online was much more limited than what's on offer in reality. So while it was good for a quick beer, we wound up just ordering fries and a pretzel (which is really dry, so def plan on also getting one of the sauces to eat with it) and then moving on for our actual meal.

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2. Gaylord's Restaurant

3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy 3-2087 Kaumuali'i Highway, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-9505 American, Hawaiian Drinks, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Buffet, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Reservations, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Accepts Credit [email protected] +1 808-245-9593 http://www.kilohanakauai.com/gaylords-restaurant/
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4 based on 1662 reviews

Gaylord's Restaurant

Gaylord's offers one of Kauai's most beautiful settings for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch. Located on the ground floor of the historic Kilohana Plantation home, diners are seated around an open-air courtyard with views of the plantation grounds and Mt. W

Reviewed By MoniqueWhite

The experience of our meal at the Gaylord Plantation was a huge disappointment. We arrived a few minutes late, but was seated immediately, and the rest was downhill. The appetizer was good, I enjoyed the crab cake. The salad was so drenched in dressing, I couldn't eat it. The steak I ordered at a mmedium rare was well done and so tough I had trouble cutting it. The desert was a mush instead of a pie that had no texture or flavor worth eating. The service was horrible. I would never go back for this meal.

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1. Duke's Kauai

3610 Rice St, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-1705 American, Bar, Seafood, Polynesian, Hawaiian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront, Beach +1 808-246-9599 http://www.dukeskauai.com/
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4 based on 5424 reviews

On the sand at Kalapaki Beach, Duke’s is dedicated to legendary surfer Duke Kahanamoku, Hawaii’s Ambassador of Aloha. The restaurant’s open-air design offers stunning, sweeping ocean views while the 30 foot waterfall plunges into a koi pond below that mea

Reviewed By Stonesend

Wonderful setting, great service, wonderful food and salad bar is worth getting. Although we were stuffed, 4 of us split the Hula Pie as it had been suggested by a friend. Absolutely delicious and because we were now way over full, we strolled the grounds of the Marriot and the beach and it was delightful. We ate at the upstairs restaurant.

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