John & Mohini Guidebook
Food scene
Here are some recommendations for places to visit either when you arrive or if you have some free time before departing the island. These include Safeway, Kukui Grove Shopping Center, and Costco. Additionally, I can suggest some nearby dining options close to your vacation rental in Poipu (Koloa).
Conveniently located on the route from Lihue Airport to your vacation rental, you might consider making a pit stop here if you have extra time. This spot offers a range of amenities, including restrooms, indoor and outdoor seating, electric outlets, a deli bar, a sushi bar, and even a Starbucks. Just across the parking lot, you'll find a gas station, a smoothie shop, a shaved ice shop, and various restaurants. It's also a great place to visit on your way back to the airport.
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Safeway
4-831 Kuhio HwyConveniently located on the route from Lihue Airport to your vacation rental, you might consider making a pit stop here if you have extra time. This spot offers a range of amenities, including restrooms, indoor and outdoor seating, electric outlets, a deli bar, a sushi bar, and even a Starbucks. Just across the parking lot, you'll find a gas station, a smoothie shop, a shaved ice shop, and various restaurants. It's also a great place to visit on your way back to the airport.
Another excellent stop to consider is our local mall, where you'll find a variety of amenities. This includes restrooms, a selection of restaurants, shopping opportunities, and even a Longs Pharmacy (CVS) for any essential needs you may have during your visit.
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Kukui Grove
3-2600 Kaumualii HwyAnother excellent stop to consider is our local mall, where you'll find a variety of amenities. This includes restrooms, a selection of restaurants, shopping opportunities, and even a Longs Pharmacy (CVS) for any essential needs you may have during your visit.
Costco is conveniently located in the same area as Safeway and the mall, making it a convenient spot to visit while you're in the vicinity. This provides you with easy access to a range of shopping and dining options in one area.
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Costco Wholesale
4300 Nuhou StCostco is conveniently located in the same area as Safeway and the mall, making it a convenient spot to visit while you're in the vicinity. This provides you with easy access to a range of shopping and dining options in one area.
In Poipu, there's a charming local strip mall that harbors some hidden culinary gems. Inside the market, you'll discover 'Anakē's Juice Bar,' offering delightful Acai Bowls and refreshing juices at the rear. Right in front of the market, you can savor delicious sushi, and nearby, there's 'Da Crack,' a Mexican fast-food spot known for its tasty offerings. Keep an eye out for the distinctive yellow submarine to find these delightful food options. Outside there are a few vendors Eden Coffee and Thai food that are delicious.
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Kukuiula Market
2827 Poipu RdIn Poipu, there's a charming local strip mall that harbors some hidden culinary gems. Inside the market, you'll discover 'Anakē's Juice Bar,' offering delightful Acai Bowls and refreshing juices at the rear. Right in front of the market, you can savor delicious sushi, and nearby, there's 'Da Crack,' a Mexican fast-food spot known for its tasty offerings. Keep an eye out for the distinctive yellow submarine to find these delightful food options. Outside there are a few vendors Eden Coffee and Thai food that are delicious.
This shopping center sits conveniently at the corner where you make the turn to reach your vacation rental. It's not only a great place to grab a meal but also a comfortable spot to relax if you happen to arrive early before check-in. To find it, simply turn off of Poipu Rd onto Kiahuna Plantation Dr and head to the second driveway. At the end on the right-hand side, you'll find the restrooms.
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Poipu Shopping Village
2360 Kiahuna Plantation DrThis shopping center sits conveniently at the corner where you make the turn to reach your vacation rental. It's not only a great place to grab a meal but also a comfortable spot to relax if you happen to arrive early before check-in. To find it, simply turn off of Poipu Rd onto Kiahuna Plantation Dr and head to the second driveway. At the end on the right-hand side, you'll find the restrooms.
In the area, you'll discover a selection of high-end restaurants as well as an outdoor mall. These upscale dining options and the open-air shopping experience provide a touch of luxury and a chance to enjoy the beautiful surroundings while you shop and dine.
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Kukui'ula Village Shopping Center
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka StIn the area, you'll discover a selection of high-end restaurants as well as an outdoor mall. These upscale dining options and the open-air shopping experience provide a touch of luxury and a chance to enjoy the beautiful surroundings while you shop and dine.
This spot is situated in Koloa town and has an old-school charm. You'll find a walk-up window on the right side where you can place your food orders. It's quite popular and bustling. I highly recommend trying their shrimp sandwiches – they're so delicious that you might want to order two!
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Sueoka Store
5392 Koloa RdThis spot is situated in Koloa town and has an old-school charm. You'll find a walk-up window on the right side where you can place your food orders. It's quite popular and bustling. I highly recommend trying their shrimp sandwiches – they're so delicious that you might want to order two!
Koloa Fish Market
3390 Poipu RdWalmart
3-3300 Kuhio HwyMonico's Taqueria
4-733 Kuhio HwyLocated in Kapaa town
Merriman's Fish House
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka StPietro’s Pizza and Pasta
2360 Kiahuna Plantation DrSightseeing
2 Great places with safe ocean pools. Take a tour of some gardens fun for all ages.
Just a quick five-minute drive away lies some of the world's most stunning beaches! These beaches are ideal for a wide range of activities, from young children playing in the ocean pool to older kids and adults enjoying surfing and boogie boarding. Don't forget to pack a lunch for a day at the beach park, and, of course, remember to apply sunscreen. The added bonus is that parking is free!
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Poipu Beach Park
2179 Hoone RoadJust a quick five-minute drive away lies some of the world's most stunning beaches! These beaches are ideal for a wide range of activities, from young children playing in the ocean pool to older kids and adults enjoying surfing and boogie boarding. Don't forget to pack a lunch for a day at the beach park, and, of course, remember to apply sunscreen. The added bonus is that parking is free!
Heading north from the airport, you'll come across Lydgate Beach, featuring an ocean pool perfect for snorkeling. It's also home to a fantastic playground for the kids. Be sure to pack a picnic lunch and relish a wonderful day here by the ocean.
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Lydgate Beach
Heading north from the airport, you'll come across Lydgate Beach, featuring an ocean pool perfect for snorkeling. It's also home to a fantastic playground for the kids. Be sure to pack a picnic lunch and relish a wonderful day here by the ocean.
Great place to visit on a rainy day. Take a look at their web site for tour times and prices. www.ntbg.org
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National Tropical Botanical Garden
4425 Lawai RdGreat place to visit on a rainy day. Take a look at their web site for tour times and prices. www.ntbg.org
Pilimai is right next to Kiahuna Golf Club. Contact them directly for more information 808-742-9595
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Kiahuna Golf Club
2545 Kiahuna Plantation DrPilimai is right next to Kiahuna Golf Club. Contact them directly for more information 808-742-9595
Kōkeʻe State Park
 As you journey to the end of the road, you'll discover a truly enchanting Hawaiian oasis. There's a sacred place where Hawaiians would come to pray, nestled on the left side of the mountain. You can also explore a picturesque hiking trail and find an exquisite spot for snorkeling. Take your time and savor the beauty of Kauai—it's truly a magical experience.
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Ke'e Beach
 As you journey to the end of the road, you'll discover a truly enchanting Hawaiian oasis. There's a sacred place where Hawaiians would come to pray, nestled on the left side of the mountain. You can also explore a picturesque hiking trail and find an exquisite spot for snorkeling. Take your time and savor the beauty of Kauai—it's truly a magical experience.
Sleeping Giant (Nounou Mountain) West Trail
Ho'opi Falls
Kayak Kaua'i
3 Kuhio HwyKiosk Medical Center
In case anyone falls ill, this is a convenient option to consider instead of going to Wilcox Hospital. It's located in Lihue, near the Safeway and Costco area, providing accessible medical assistance when needed.
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Kauai Urgent Care
4484 Pahee StIn case anyone falls ill, this is a convenient option to consider instead of going to Wilcox Hospital. It's located in Lihue, near the Safeway and Costco area, providing accessible medical assistance when needed.
Wilcox Medical Center
3-3420 Kuhio HwyThis is your closest hospital