• Timbers Kaua‘i's Oceanfront Restaurant Hualani’s

Experience one of the best restaurants on the island and enjoy farm-to-table oceanfront dining from the elegant yet relaxed setting at Hualani’s on Kaua‘i.

Here, oceanfront dining is influenced by the seasons. What’s fresh at The Farm at Hōkūala inspires the farm-to-table menu, while our bar serves up well-balanced craft cocktails that complement the seasonality of the kitchen.

Our culinary experience is inspired by a sense of place and driven by local farmers, as well as fresh-picked ingredients from our on-site organic farm. From the morning harvest and the daily catch, ​​Hualani’s shines a hyper-local spotlight on the bounty of the Garden Isle.

Hours of Operation

Breakfast: 8 am – 10 am daily
Lunch: 11 am – 3 pm daily
Dinner: 5 pm – 8:30 pm daily

Hualani’s Bar: 11 am – 9 pm daily

Happy Hour: 3 pm – 5 pm daily

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Hualani’s Kaua‘i Menus

*Please note that menu items change frequently and may no longer be available.

  • Pupus

    XOXO Dumplings | $19

    Braised Short Ribs, XO Butter Sauce

    Lemongrass Pork Wontons | $19

    Kīlauea Natural Pork, Chili Oil, Scallion

    Moloa‘a Honeycomb | $17

    Kīlauea Goat Cheese, Mac Nuts, Arugula gf

    Beets & Blue | $17

    Point Reyes Blue, Meyer Lemon, Basil gf

    Spring Mesculin Salad | $19

    Cucumber, Spiced White Beans, Feta, EVOO gf

    French Onion Soup | $16

    Red Wine, Bone Broth, Gruyère Cheese gf

    Seared Ahi Sashimi* | $26

    Sashimi Grade Tuna, Aloha Shoyu, Lime gf

    Coconut Shrimp | $20

    Herbed Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

    Chili Crunch Poké* | $23

    ‘Inamona, Crispy Garlic, Chili Pepper Water gf

    Lobster Tempura | $32

    Dried Aku Dashi, Avocado, Gochujang

    "Doug's" Blackened Scallops | $29

    Avocado, White Wine Chili Butter gf

    Rosemary Ciabatta | $14

    Roasted Garlic Cloves, Balsamic, EVOO

    Mauka to Makai

    A5 Wagyu | $

    Kagoshima, Japan Certified Satsuma Gyu Grade Beef, 500 Degree Sizzling Stone, Herb Butter | 3oz - $100; 6oz - 180 gf

    Signature Whole Fried Local Hawaiian Fish | $

    Lime, Aloha Shoyu, Chili gf

    Harris Ranch Filet Mignon | $68

    8oz Cut, Peppercorn Demi, Local Farm Veg, Mashed Potatoes gf

    Dry Aged Ribeye | $63

    45-Day House Dry Aged, Moloaʻa Sweet Onions, Limu Ogo, Black Garlic, Tomato gf

    Spring Chicken Pot Pie | $42

    Kīlauea Free Range Chicken, Black Truffles, Butter Puff Pastry

    Ōma‘o Lamb Meatball | $43

    Kaneshiro Spring Lamb, Bucatini Pasta, Tomato, Pecorino

    Morel Mushroom Risotto | $45

    White Wine, Leek Ash, Black Truffles gf

    Arare Crusted Mahi Mahi | $52

    Bubu Arare Crusted, Japanese Cucumber, Ginger Butter.
    Curated by Tropic Fish Kauai gf

    Firecracker Kona Kampachi | $59

    Gochujang, Local Veg, Coconut Jasmine Rice, Crushed Avocado gf

    Misoyaki Seabass | $63

    Miso Butter, Jasmine Rice, Lomi Tomato.
    Curated by Tropic Fish Kauai
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    Stone Pot Seafood Stew | $65

    Red Prawns, Scallop, Fish, Portuguese Sausage, Ciabatta

    Ahi "Oscar" | $52

    Spring Asparagus, Soft-Shell Crab, Bearnaise
  • All menu items are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. The prices and items listed on our website menus are subject to change at any time without notice and are not guaranteed.
    For your convenience, an automatic 20% gratuity will be applied to parties of seven or larger.
    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.

  • Pupus

    Kale Caesar | $16

    Farm Kale, Creamy Lemon-Anchovy Dressing Fresh Catch $ Chicken $6

    Beets & Blue | $17

    Point Reyes Blue, Meyer Lemon, Basil gf

    Moloaʻa Honeycomb | $17

    Kīlauea Goat Cheese, Mac Nuts, Arugula gf

    Truffle Fries | $13

    Shaved Parmesan

    Coconut Shrimp | $20

    Herbed Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

    Ahi Tuna Sashimi Tataki* | $27

    Ponzu, Shaved Radish gf

    Smoked Ahi Dip | $17

    Yellow Fin Tuna, Banana Chips gf

    Crispy Octopus | $28

    Lemon, Sea Salt, Chili Pepper Water gf

    Mauka to Makai

    Signature Whole Fried Local Hawaiian Fish | $

    Lime, Aloha Shoyu, Chili | MKT gf

    Harris Ranch Burger* | $24

    Brioche Bun, LTO, Cheddar

    Penthouse Burger* | $29

    Brioche Bun, Bacon Jam, Bleu Cheese, Truffle Fries

    Pesto Chicken Sandwich | $21

    Grilled Bell Peppers, Mozzarella, Pesto Aioli

    Kalbi Short Ribs | $27

    House Kimchee, White Rice gf

    Lychee Smoked Sticky Ribs | $19

    St. Louis Pork Ribs, Crispy Garlic, Cilantro

    Island Fish & Chips | $27

    Beer Battered, Classic Remoulade, Chili-Pepper Vinegar

    Mac Nut Crusted Local Catch | $27

    Asian Style Slaw, Sticky White Rice, Pineapple Salsa

    Local Catch Fish Tacos* | $25

    Madame Peleʻs Spice, Fresh Pico Di Gallo, Sour Cream gf

    Fresh Fish Sandwich | $26

    Blackened Local Catch, Slaw, Brioche Bun, Fries

    Chili Crunch Stack* | $25

    Crispy Garlic, Sesame, Avocado, White Rice gf

    Queen V Quesadilla | $32

    Lobster, Spinach Tortilla, Fresh Pico Di Gallo, Sour Cream
  • All menu items are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. The prices and items listed on our website menus are subject to change at any time without notice and are not guaranteed.
    For your convenience, an automatic 20% gratuity will be applied to parties of seven or larger.
    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.

  • Breakfast Selection

    The Standard | $22

    2 Scrambled Eggs, Duroc Bacon, Portuguese Sausage, White Rice *Substitute Hash Brown - 3 gf

    Loco Moco | $21

    Harris Ranch Beef Patty, Over Easy Egg, Gravy, Rice

    Farmers Scramble | $24

    Egg Whites, Local Greens, Mozzarella, Pico De Gallo, Hash Browns gf

    Lobster Omelet | $29

    Crème Fraiche, Tobiko, Mozzarella, Hash Browns gf

    Side Street Omelet | $22

    Portuguese Sausage, Kim Chee, Mozzarella, Hash Browns gf

    Kaneshiro Chorizo Burrito | $25

    House Made Chorizo Sausage, Eggs, Avocado, Pico De Gallo, Potato gf

    Ahi Bagel | $17

    Smoked Ahi Schmear, Tomatoes, Onions, Capers gf

    Avocado Toast | $17

    9 Grain Wheat Toast, Avocado, Grape Tomato, Sprouts

    Pancakes Stack | $17

    Caramelized Banana, Fresh Berries
    Short Stack - 15

    Sides

    Bacon | $8

    Portuguese Sausage | $8

    2 Eggs | $8

    Hash Browns | $7

    3 Slices Toast & Butter | $6

    Drinks

    Coffee | $5

    Tea | $4

    Juice | $6

    OJ
    Pineapple
    Apple
    POG

    Mimosa | $12

  • All menu items are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. The prices and items listed on our website menus are NOT guaranteed, and are subject to change without notice.

    * Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

  • Entrées

    Crispy Chicken Tenders | $15

    Fries, Ranch

    Cheese Quesadilla | $12

    Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo

    Pasta Shells | $12

    Classic Cheese Sauce

    Keiki Fresh Catch | $19

    Farm Veggies, Jasmine Rice

    Grilled Chicken Breast | $15

    Farm Veggies, Jasmine Rice

    Mocktails

    Virgin Pina Colada | $10

    Pineapple Juice and Cream of Coconut

    Volcano | $10

    Strawberry Puree, Pineapple Juice, and Cream of Coconut

    Ube Dreamsicle | $10

    Ube, Cream of Coconut, and Whipped Cream

    Virgin Strawberry Daquiri | $10

    Strawberry, Lime, and Mango

    Milk Shakes | $10

    Choice of Strawberry, Chocolate, Vanilla, Banana, Mango, Passion Fruit, or Guava
  • All menu items are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. The prices and items listed on our website menus are NOT guaranteed, and are subject to change without notice.
    *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness especially if you have certain medical conditions.

  • Mea ‘Ono (Dessert)

    Warm Chocolate Cake | $15

    Kaua‘i Pie Ice Cream, Strawberry Coulis gf

    Banana Lumpia | $15

    Vanilla Ice Cream, Caramel

    Liliko‘i Cheesecake | $17

    Lilikoʻi Coulis, Crème Anglaise gf

    Tiramisu | $17

    Kaua‘i Coffee Rum, Sponge Cake gf

    Cheese Tasting | $19

    Chef's Daily Selection

    Chocolate Dipped Strawberries | $17

    Dark Chocolate, Macadamia Nuts

    Tutu's Bread Pudding | $15

    Candied Ginger, Pineapple Compote, Dark Rum
  • All menu items are subject to change according to seasonality and availability. The prices and items listed on our website menus are subject to change at any time without notice and are not guaranteed.

  • Bubbles | $

    Avissi Prosecco, Italy
    Juve & Camps Brut Rose, Spain
    Chandon Blanc de Pinot Noir, Napa Valley

    White Wine | $

    Chateau Ducasse Bordeaux Blanc, France
    Sokol Blosser Pinot Gris, Willamette Valley
    Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
    Diatom Chardonnay, Santa Barbara, CA
    Cade Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, CA
    Flowers Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, CA

    Rosé | $

    AIX Rose, Maison, Provence, France

    Red Wine | $

    Achaval Ferrer Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina
    Conundrum by Caymus Red Blend, CA
    Textbook Cabernet, Paso Robles, CA
    The Four Graces Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, OR
    Chateau Lassegue Bordeaux, St. Emillion
    Trefethen Cabernet, Napa Valley, CA

    Draft Beer, 14oz | $

    Pillow Talk Hazy IPA, Kauai Island Brewing
    Lilikoi Ale, Kauai Island Brewing
    Gold Cliff IPA, Kona Brewing
    Bikini Blonde Lager, Maui brewing Co.
    Longboard Lager, Kona Brewing
    Kona Light, Kona Brewing

    Bottles & Cans | $

    Modelo, Mexico
    Coors Light, USA
    Black Butte, Deschutes, USA
    Michelob Ultra, USA
    High Noon Passion Fruit
    Dragon Fruit Seltzer, Maui Brewing Co.
    Buckler NA

    Speciality Cocktails

    Auntie Hualani's Mai Tai | $18

    Koloa Gold Rum, Triple Sec, Orgeat, Koloa Dark Rum Float, Mac Nut Sugar Rim

    Spicy Margarita | $16

    Mi Campo Reposado, Agave, Triple Sec, House Made Jalapeño Foam

    Lilikoi Daq Attack | $17

    Kula Organic Rum, Hamakua Coast, Lilikoi Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice, Funkin Lilikoi Puree

    Barrel Aged Espresso Martini | $19

    Nelson Bros. Classic Bourbon, Ko Hana, Kokoleka Rum, Maui Oma Espresso

    Hanalei Bae | $16

    Hanalei Vodka, Ube, Coconut Nut Cream, Haupia Whip

    Hawaiian Painkiller | $16

    Koloa Coconut Rum, Mango, Pineapple, Coconut Cream, Li Hing Mui Rim, Nutmeg

    Metamorphosis | $18

    Casa Noble Blanco Tequilla, Triple Sec, Butterfly Pea Flower, Agave

    The Loose Nene | $18

    Grey Goose L’Orange Vodka, Passion Fruit, Coconut Water, Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice

    Handcrafted Barrel Aged Old Fashioned | $20

    Hualani's Nagao or Never Whiskey, Luxardo Cherries

    Seaside Sangria | $15

    Red & White Wine, Fresh OJ, Brandy, Lychee Liquor, Fresh Fruits

Reviews from Our Guests

  • Wonderful dining experience. The food and service are exceptional. The wine selection is nice too. We enjoyed the live music as well. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant.

    OpenTable VIP Diner
    San Francisco

  • What a wonderful experience! The food was amazing, the music and entertainment were fabulous and the backdrop of the ocean just made it the best dining experience we’ve had in Lihue. Highly recommend.

    OpenTable Diner
    Las Vegas

  • The view here is breathtaking! Definitely a must good food and a gorgeous view. Highly recommend to dine outside here.

    OpenTable Diner
    New York Area
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About Our Chef

With a vision that celebrates local flavors, global influences, and shared dining experiences, Executive Chef Alex Amorin is set to enhance Hualani’s reputation for innovative, farm-to-table fare. Drawing inspiration from the diverse array of flavors found in the Hawaiian islands and using hyper-seasonal ingredients, Chef Alex’s culinary ethos promises to honor Hawai‘i’s rich culinary tradition while embracing sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.

Farm-to-Table

Our culinary team at Hualani’s works with The Farm at Hōkūala and local farmers, ranchers, and fishermen to craft specials of the freshest seasonal cuisine and extraordinary cocktails to highlight the finest herbs, produce, and botanicals in season on the Garden Isle.

About The Farm

Surfrider Ocean Friendly Restaurant

Hualani's is committed to making sustainable choices for our oceans, including cutting out wasteful single-use plastic and no usage of expanded polystyrene (aka Styrofoam™).

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Diners' Choice 2023

Hualani's is repeatedly honored amongst OpenTable's Diners' Choice 2023 awards for Kaua‘i Best Overall, Best Food, Best Ambiance, Best Service, Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine, and more.

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Getting Here & Parking

Hualani’s is located on the lower level of the Timbers Kaua‘i lobby, just minutes from the Lihue airport, at 3770 Ala‘Oli Way, Lihue, Hawaii. We offer complimentary valet parking only — when you arrive to the lobby roundabout, our bell team will gladly assist you and direct to you the restaurant.

Please utilize the links below or call concierge for assistance at 808.647.2879.

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