A variety of restaurants are available in Hanalei so that guest can get the full experience of local fare. Low-key options are available on the Hanalei Hotel property for mainlanders looking for a bit of comforting American options. The Beach Restaurant and Ba and the Hanalei Restaurant and Bar serve light options at reasonable prices. Other affordable eateries can be found at the Hanalei Shopping Center. The Paradise Bar and Grill is a laid back venue where diners can enjoy dishes like steaks, crab legs, and hearty salads. CJ’s Steak and Seafood serves American food with a distinct Hawaiian twist, making it a favorite of locals.
As Hanalei is a resort town, there are numerous fine dining options. Bali Hai Restaurant is in the Hanalei Bay Resort and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner is a low-key yet elegant setting. Café Hanalei in the Hanalei Hotel is known for their champagne brunches and Friday evening seafood buffets. The Hanalei Resorts also offers La Cascata, an Italian restaurant done in traditional rustic style. This is the hotel’s most formal, upscale restaurant and one of the crowning gems of Kauai.
