The Grand Hyatt

Tide Pools- very fine dining, Feel the romance of Kauai in thatched-roof bungalows floating above a koi-filled lagoon at the base of a waterfall. Their modern Hawaiian cuisine is inspired by local ingredients and the rich culinary traditions of Hawaii.

Illima Terrace- amazing breakfast buffet, daily breakfast for expensive tastes with a beautiful view

Stevensons Library- Stevenson’s is the place for sushi and spirits in Kauai. Enjoy sweeping ocean and resort views from the 24-foot koa wood bar on the open-air lanai or indoors. Open until 11pm

Little Fish Coffee Shop- John and I's favorite coffee shop on Kauai. Amazing bagel sandwiches and acai bowls. BEWARE of the chickens

Puka Dog- Hawaiian-style hot dog, choose from one of the garlic lemon secret sauce in mild, spicy, hot or lava along with one of six original tropical relishes: mango, pineapple, papaya, coconut, banana or starfruit. Top it off with a tasty local favorite: Aunty Lilikoi's passion fruit mustard

Merrimans- open for dinner, open air dining, farm to table concept, delicious seafood options. This restaurant is located in a shopping center with plenty of wonderful stores and delicious shaved ice shops

Kalapaki Joe's-westernmost sports bar in the U.S. best place to watch a game on the whole island, Happy Hour is from 3-6 pm daily

Brennecke's- the place for delicious lunches, sumptuous dinners, happy hour specials, beach deli, seafood, pasta, steak and pupu platters. over looks poipu beach. great place to grab dinner, see the sunset and the beautiful sea turtles

Beach House Restaurant- the best restaurant on the south side of the island for a perfect sunset. pretty expensive but you're paying for the views. they offer seafood,steak, and pasta. happy hour from 3:30-4:30 pm make reservations!! sunset is around 6-6:30 pm and those spots fill up fast

Da Crack-a Mexican food takeout eatery. One of the most memorable meals we have ever had! I had a perfect burrito bowl with a blackened "catch of the day". they have a few picnic tables to eat at but we suggest hopping in the jeep and making the short drive over to the ocean front, there are so many places along Lawai rd to just pull over and park....watch the waves roll in and enjoy your burrito!

Koloa Fish Market- Fresh fish, plate lunches, and poke bowls. If you're looking for a traditional hawaiian meal, then this is the place for you! I couldn't choose between a poke bowl and plate lunch so i had to get both and I made the perfect decision! korean fried chicken was our favorite! You can't go wrong here and if you aren't sure what to get just ask the workers and they will hook you up!