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Weekend in Kauai: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Ono Ono Shave Ice Kauai

On our weekend trip to Kauai we tried to explore as much of the island as possible. This of course included an exploration of food. Below is a compilation of where and what we ate over the weekend. So here we go, Kauai breakfast, lunch, dinner and of course treats!


Breakfast

Kalapaki Beach Hut
3474 Rice St
Lihue, HI 96766

This was our first stop after getting off the plane. Not far from the airport in Lihue, Kalapaki Beach Hut offers a great breakfast at a decent price. Seems like everyone had the same idea though. There was a bit of a line but the wait wasn’t too long.

I got the Portuguese Sweet Bread French Toast and it was awesome!

Kalapaki Beach Hut French Toast Kauai

Naupaka Terrace Restaurant
Kauai Beach Resort
Lihue, HI 96766

We ate here out of convenience one morning because we were staying at the resort. I usually tend to stay away from resort dining due to the prices but breakfast here was quite nice and didn’t completely break the bank.

I got the Sweet Potato Skillet and it was great. Paired with a nice local cup of joe and I was good-to-go.

Naupaka Terrace Breakfast Skillet Kauai


Lunch

Hanalei Taro & Juice Company
5-5070 Kuhio Hwy B
Hanalei, HI 96714

We stopped at this lunch truck on our way up north. We must have hit it at a good time because there wasn’t much of a line. It’s in a prime location close to shopping in Hanalei and offers some great Hawaiian food favorites.

I got the Kalua Pork Tacos. A bit salty but yummy just the same. They were huge so next time I might have opted for just one and maybe try something else as well.

Hanalei Juice Company Food Truck Kauai

Hanalei Juice Kalua Pork Tacos

Blue Dolphin Charters

4353 Waialo Rd
Eleele, HI 96705

I know, kinda odd to include here as you wouldn’t just come for lunch. But we did have lunch on our Na Pali Coast tour and it was pretty good! A deli style buffet with meats, cheeses, fresh island bread and all the fixins’. I didn’t happen to take any photos so you’ll just have to trust me 😉


Dinner

Paniolo Santa Maria Style BBQ
4-1345 Kuhio Hwy
Kapaa, HI 96746

We stopped in Kapaa after horseback riding to check out First Saturday, which is an outdoor market type event with food trucks, local artists and music. While wandering around we passed a cool looking BBQ joint. After consulting Yelp, we decided to grab some dinner. I liked the laidback vibe of the place. They had a giant chalkboard menu inside where you place your order and then grab a table. Our food was pretty quick to come out and was decent.

I got the Pineapple Burger while the husband got the more traditional BBQ Combo Plate.

Paniolos BBQ Plate Kauai

Kauai Pasta Lihue
3-3142 Kuhio Hwy
Lihue, HI 96766

Kauai Pasta is an adorable little Italian place in Lihue. We came here for dinner after our catamaran excursion on the way back to the resort. Our timing was great as the place was just getting going and we were seated and served promptly. We love pasta in our family so I was pretty confident in choosing this place.

I ordered the Pesto Pasta and it was delicious! Everyone else loved what they ordered as well. They have a great Keiki (children) menu as well. That make’s Mama happy!

Kauai Pasta Pesto Pasta


Treats

The Cafe at Anaina Hou
5-2723 Kuhio Highway
Kilauea, HI 96754

I grabbed a tasty coffee at this little cafe located by the mini golf at Anaina Hou Community Park. We needed a little pick-me-up before our 18 holes and this did the trick. I ended up getting a Honey Buzz Latte which was delish! A not-too-sweet latte with a bit of local honey. Perfect.

The Cafe at Anaina Hou Kauai

Lapperts
5-4280 A Kuhio Hwy
Princeville, HI 96722

After mini golf we stopped at Princeville Shopping Center to seek out a cold treat. We stumbled upon Lappert’s. It was a bit crowded but the staff proved to be efficient ice cream scoopers. I enjoyed mint chocolate chip in a waffle cone, yum!

Lapperts Hawaii Mint Chocolate Chip Cone

Ono Ono Shave Ice
4-1292 Kuhio Hwy
Kapaa, HI 96746

Of course we needed to try at least two shave ice shops. Ono Ono’s was smack in the middle of Kapaa’s shopping area. It served up the basics for a good price. Check out the size of this thing!

Ono Ono Shave Ice Kauai

Ono Ono Shave Ice Kauai

Jojo’s Shave Ice
9734 Kaumualii Hwy
Waimea, HI 96796

The other shave ice place we checked out was Jojo’s. It had a slightly different take on shave ice from Ono Ono’s as it offered a menu of flavor combos. You could of course create your own mix but I went for a “South Shore” which has pineapple and coconut syrups on macadamia nut ice cream topped with haupia cream. All of their syrups and creams are homemade, you can taste the difference. So good!!

Jojos Shave Ice Kauai

Jojos Shave Ice Kauai

So that sums up breakfast, lunch and dinner from our weekend trip to Kauai. Would you try any of these picks? I can’t wait to go back and try more. Aloha!

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    Sage
    November 15, 2017 at 7:56 AM

    This post is making my tummy growl with jealousy! What fantastic photos and recommendations for my favorite island in Hawaii!

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      November 15, 2017 at 9:33 PM

      Lol! Thanks so much Sage!

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    Deanna
    November 2, 2017 at 6:10 AM

    The beach hut was my recommendation for breakfast too. I also enjoyed our buffet on Captain Andy’s charter! I should totally try the pasta place next time I visit. If you happen to go again try Pono Market milkshakes….mmmmyum!.

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      November 2, 2017 at 9:54 AM

      Oooo, thanks for the tip! I love me some milkshakes!

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    Tania Dawson
    October 18, 2017 at 12:47 AM

    love the food porn! thanks for sharing this 🙂

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 18, 2017 at 6:11 AM

      Thanks Tania!

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    Alyssa
    October 17, 2017 at 12:39 AM

    You’re making me CRAVE ice cream from this post! Pinning for later!

    -Alyssa
    alyssaallday.com

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 17, 2017 at 4:25 AM

      You’re welcome? Lol. Thanks Alyssa!

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    Hannah
    October 16, 2017 at 9:51 PM

    What a gorgeous post! I’ve never been to hawaii before but it’s on my list and when I do I’ll be sure to check out these lovely places!
    Hannah
    http://Www.hannahandtheblog.com

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 17, 2017 at 4:25 AM

      Mahalo Hannah!

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    the adventurer
    October 13, 2017 at 6:33 PM

    It sounds like you went on a food tour of Kauai =o) I love that you tried all these local places =o)

    http://dreamofadventures.com/

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    Lauren
    October 13, 2017 at 8:59 AM

    Never have been but went to Maui last year. Can’t wait to go back! We almost went to Kauai too!

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    Adaleta
    October 11, 2017 at 6:39 AM

    OH my goodness all that food looks so yummy!!

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    Rachael Musser
    October 10, 2017 at 11:02 AM

    Umm…ALL of that food looks so good! Although that sweet bread french toast definitely had my mouth watering!!

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 10, 2017 at 8:46 PM

      It was so delish!

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    celeste
    October 10, 2017 at 10:45 AM

    This looks amazing .
    I want to do this for a party i host !

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    Rachel Catherine
    October 10, 2017 at 10:45 AM

    Oh my gosh this looks so delicious! I love Hawaii and would love to go back!

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    Helen Little
    October 10, 2017 at 10:16 AM

    The shave ice looks so awesome! What a grand foodie tour, so many nice fresh and colourful foods.

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 10, 2017 at 8:46 PM

      Thanks Helen!

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    Jordan | Read. Eat. Repeat.
    October 10, 2017 at 10:06 AM

    Food is the best part of vacation, man! I love trying new foods and vacation is great for that. The french toast sounds amazing!

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 10, 2017 at 8:46 PM

      Agreed! Love eating my way through a new place.

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    Brittany
    October 10, 2017 at 8:29 AM

    Yum! It all looks delicious ? and you can never go wrong with shaved ice!

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    Caitlin Patton
    October 10, 2017 at 4:09 AM

    This looks absolutely lovely! Pinning for a future Hawaii trip 🙂

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 10, 2017 at 8:45 PM

      Yay! Thanks!!

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    Jessica
    October 10, 2017 at 12:18 AM

    I have always wanted to visit! It’s definitely one of the next islands I plan to visit when I return to the Hawaiian islands. And you can’t go wrong with shaved ice! xo, jessica

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 10, 2017 at 8:45 PM

      Very true!!

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    Jenny
    October 9, 2017 at 5:20 PM

    It all looks so good! Totally want it all haha.

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    Nicole Banuelos
    October 8, 2017 at 7:20 PM

    Kaui is on my bucket list! I wish I would have taken the trip while on Oahu a few years ago!

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    Kd
    October 8, 2017 at 8:04 AM

    Wow this all looks so amazing. I can feel my jeans getting tighter just from looking at these pics.

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    JeffVanessa Panaligan
    October 8, 2017 at 8:03 AM

    Nice pictures! Great article.

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    Sarah Camille
    October 8, 2017 at 5:18 AM

    Looks like a great trip with lots of great food! I would want to try that BBQ place for sure. 🙂

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    Rachel
    October 8, 2017 at 2:59 AM

    Oh my gosh the breakfast plate reminded me of Cinnamon’s in Kailua, Oahu! I freaking miss their red velvet and guava pancakes!!! And shave Ice!!! Ugh give me some island snow.

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    Mila Buckley
    October 7, 2017 at 7:11 AM

    Oh my goodness! That giant shaved ice looks SO good. I’m trying to plan a trip to HI and your blog posts always give me some good inspiration!

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 7, 2017 at 8:43 AM

      Thanks Mila, we love shave ice, guess thats apparent, lol. Aloha!

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    Elley Mae | Creative Blogger & Pro Photographer
    October 6, 2017 at 4:37 PM

    OH MY GOSH – That french toast is calling my name, I can just hear it!
    Talk about a drool-worthy weekend away. Everything looks so bloody delicious!

    (I’m jealous if you can’t tell)
    Great post!

    Elley Mae | http://elleymae.com

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 6, 2017 at 8:44 PM

      Thanks Elley! I love exploring with my tastebuds 🙂

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    Melanie
    October 6, 2017 at 9:07 AM

    Oh my goodness! Gimme that shaved ice!! It looks bigger than my head!! Shaved ice is my fave and I have always wanted to try shaved ice in Hawaii!

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      julie@alohalovely.com
      October 6, 2017 at 8:43 PM

      I can’t get enough of it. It’s the perfect refreshing (and sweet) treat!

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        Melanie
        October 18, 2017 at 5:23 AM

        I couldn’t agree more! I love them so much we actually had this home sno-cone maker that I had found at Walmart, but it definitely doesn’t compare to the real thing!

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          julie@alohalovely.com
          October 18, 2017 at 6:12 AM

          Remember the Snoopy SnoCone Maker? I had one in the 80s and noticed they re-released it! But, ya, doesn’t compare 🙂

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