Best Live Music Restaurants in Lihue

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Kauai

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KapaaKoloaLihuePoipu

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Cafe Portofino

4.3

Awesome(2272)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lihue

Booked 23 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.

2. Duke's Kauai

4.5

Awesome(5815)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 56 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 Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach restaurant

3. Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki Beach

3.6

Very Good(382)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 2 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.

4. Hualani's

4.8

Exceptional(2350)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 34 times today

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.

A photo of The Plantation House by Gaylords restaurant

5. The Plantation House by Gaylords

4.7

Exceptional(5534)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Lihue

Booked 35 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

6. Naupaka Terrace

4.2

Awesome(468)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Naupaka Terrace is located inside Outrigger Kaua`i Beach Resort & Spa, where our dining room is complemented by the oceanside garden setting. We aspire to be Kauai’s next great destination restaurant, celebrating the bounty of the island & its diversity of cultures & cuisines. With a strong focus on local farms & purveyors, our menus reflect familiar ingredients & classic Hawaiian dishes and preparations, from an elevated & sophisticated point of view. Our beverage program complements the food, with a modern interpretation of classic cocktails, local beers and "zero proof" libations, along with an approachable wine list featuring labels from around the world. Visit our website to see our menus.

7. Keoki's Paradise

4.5

Awesome(7602)

$$$$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 Oasis on the Beach restaurant

8. Oasis on the Beach

4.7

Exceptional(2986)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Kapaa

Booked 30 times today

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.

A photo of Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort restaurant

9. Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

4.5

Awesome(2874)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Koloa

Booked 46 times today

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.

A photo of Bangkok Happy Bowl Bistro and Bar + Poipu Rock 'n Roll Sushi restaurant

10. Bangkok Happy Bowl Bistro and Bar + Poipu Rock 'n Roll Sushi

3.5

Very Good(269)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Thai • Poipu

Booked 4 times today

Authentic, fresh and flavorful Thai Bistro and Sushi Bar in a casual, fun and festive environment. Restaurant and full sushi bar available at this location. A full bar also complements the patron"s dining experience with the island's best cocktails and a fine selection of twelve local and international draft beers. Wonderful live island entertainment is provided from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm nightly including complementary Hula shows on Monday’s and Saturday evenings. We have indoor and outdoor walk up dining immediately available from 11am-5pm daily we also have walk up availability for tables of 3 or less from open to close every day

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From verified diners like you

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MichaelVIP
Houston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Lovely evening at dinner as usual! Our first choice when in Kauai! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Cafe PortofinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Lihue
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4.3
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Kendall
Hawaii •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Kukui’s is always a great experience. Just footsteps from the massive pool at the Royal Sonesta, the ambience can’t be beat. Our server, Jackie, was fabulous, and the food is outstanding. We live here, so we are nearly regulars. Their prices have increased since they remodeled, but the menu has improved as well. Enjoy a great dinner, followed by a walk along Kalapaki Beach.
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Kukui's Restaurant at Kalapaki BeachPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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3.6
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McCaseyS
Kansas City / Kansas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Stunning views and great service. We enjoyed our cocktails, and the food was delicious.
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Hualani'sPrice: Very Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.8
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Clark
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful ocean view. Consistently high quality in food and service. We have dined here at least once on every visit for the past twenty five years and Dukes never disappoints. It is our favorite restaurant here on Kauai.
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Duke's KauaiPrice: Expensive• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.5
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PamVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great dining experience. I had the salmon was so delicious. My husband had the pulled pork. He loved it a glass of champagne to make my meal special. We always love dining here always great food thank you.
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The Plantation House by GaylordsPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Lihue
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4.7

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