Diners looking for a quick bite can grab sandwiches and pastries at Brennecke’s Beach Deli for on-the-go breakfasts and lunches. Puka Dog in the Po’ipu Shopping Village allows visitors to try Hawaii-inspired meat and veggie dogs with tropical, homemade relishes in flavors like starfruit, mango, and banana.
Restaurant-goers who want to partake in hearty American fare to fuel long days out in the sun and surf can Joe’s on the Green at the Kiahuna Golf Club or Tropical Burger to satiate breakfast, lunch, and dinner needs. The Ilima Terrace offers a breakfast buffet to cover every morning option, as well as generous ala carte items for lunch and dinner.
Pattaya Asian Café in the Po’ipu Shopping Center offers authentic Thai cuisine for moderate prices. All dishes can be made with a variety of proteins (including beef, chicken, or tofu for a vegetarian option) and in a range of spiciness gradients. Menu items range from $9-18 so it’s easy to order a few options and eat family-style to get the full experience of the exotic options.
The Sheraton Kauai Resort houses Naniwa, a traditional Japanese restaurant with everything from sushi to rice bowls to complete dinners. The sushi and fish dishes here are favorites among locals and visitors alike for the freshness and wide range of variety.
For diners seeking a taste of Italy, Casa di Amici is a venue offering a wide range of traditional Italian dishes, as well as those with a bit of a Hawaiian touch—like the Hawaiian purple potato salad. Or the restaurant Casablanca is a great place to satiate your cravings for Mediterranean fare. Casablanca offers entrée-sized portions for breakfast, lunch, and dinner—and light tapas throughout the afternoon for a lighter meal.
A taste of the islands is available at Plantation Gardens Restaurant and Bar where diners will appreciate the full influence that each ethnic group that calls Hawaii home has brought to the table. From Asian-style appetizers to grilled items smoky with flavor from the kiawe wood grill to items like seafood laulau, every part of the palate with be pleased. Another option is Roy’s Poipu Bar and Grill, one of Roy Yamaguchi’s many signature eateries, where the freshest meats, fish, and island produce are prepared in true Pacific Rim fusion fashion.
The Hyatt Regency offers two fine dining restaurants: Dondero’s and Tidepool Restaurant. Dondero’s is the Hyatt’s signature eatery and serves traditional Northern Italian fare, while Tidepool Restaurant is geared towards contemporary Hawaiian fusion dishes emphasized with a wide variety of fresh seafood options. Another option for fine dining is Beach House Restaurant, which varies its menu nightly, but is themed with “East meets West” dishes that can be enjoyed with a prime view of the sunset on the shore of Lawa’I Beach.
Grocery, sundries, and liquor is available at several locations in Po’ipu. Kukui’ula Store, Whaler’s General Store, and Brennecke’s Beach Deli all offer quick access to general shopping needs.
