Must-see restaurants in Wailua

  • Street Burger

    Wailua

    The coolest spot in Wailua has hammered-aluminum tabletops, a chalkboard craft-beer menu, and an open grill where gourmet burgers are made. And they are…

  • Nom Kauai

    Wailua

    Known for burgers catered to any time of day. Breakfast burgers and egg sandwiches come in a Belgian waffle bun, while traditional burgers are smothered…

  • Hukilau Lanai

    Wailua

    One of the most consistent restaurants on the island, seafood is king here, with a half-dozen fresh-catch options, paired with locally grown vegetables…

  • Oyster 369

    Wailua

    Options on Oyster 369's raw bar menu include oysters on the half-shell, poke, ceviche and tuna carpaccio, while shrimp, mussels, calamari and clams are…

  • EatHealthy Cafe

    Wailua

    Asian, South American and Middle Eastern flavors infuse healthful vegan and plant-based dishes to delight both mindful eaters and gourmets at this rustic…

  • Kintaro

    Wailua

    Night after night for more than 30 years, this locals' favorite sushi bar has packed ‘em in, thanks to thick slices of sashimi and creative rolls that are…

  • Haole Girl Island Sweets

    Wailua

    Imagine banana bread, quiche with a buttery crust, croissants stuffed with goat cheese, spinach and sun-dried tomato, and the world's most decadent sticky…

  • Coconut Marketplace

    Wailua

    Reopened after a renovation in 2019, this mall is developing as a convenient dining hub with good restaurants including Sushi Bushido and Nom Kauai. A…

  • Sushi Bushido

    Wailua

    Relocated to the reopened Coconut Marketplace, this locals' favorite has pop art on the walls and serves imaginative fusion sushi, such as the yellowtail …

  • Korean BBQ

    Wailua

    Shakespeare once asked, 'What's in a name?' In this case, everything except the mystery. At least you know what to expect. Platters of thinly sliced beef…

  • Passion Bakery & Cafe

    Wailua

    A popular cafe for good coffees and breakfasts that pair feta or vegan sausage with eggs. It also does a tofu scramble and a range of sandwiches. But the…

  • Sleeping Giant Grill

    Wailua

    This friendly restaurant makes broke da mout (delicious) ahi wraps, fresh poke, grilled fish plates, salads with local greens, and more. Get takeout for a…

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