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Favorite South Shore Restaurants
South Shore Fine Dining Keoki's Paradise Tidepools The Beach House Casa di Amici Roy's Poipu Bar and Grill Naniwa Hanamaulu Cafe, Tea House, and Sushi Bar Gaylord's South Shore Casual Brick Oven Pizza Mermaids Camp House Grill Sueoka's Snack Shop Koloa Fish Market Taqueria Norteños Puka Dogs are found in the Poipu Shopping Village in a puka between two shops near the back. You might pick up one if you are watching a hula show and don't have dinner plans elsewhere. The puka refers to an unusual bun with a hole which holds your choice of a vegetarian or regular dog and your choice of many exotic sauces and condiments. Yummy. Shipwreck's Sandwich Shop Lappert's Ice Cream
Plantation Gardens
(808 742-2216) is right at Kiahuna Plantation in the historic Moir home. A beautiful setting and a highly varied menu. There are some Italian items on the menu and many with a definite island influence. This restaurant really delivers on good food and plantation era ambiance.
(808 742-7534) has sort of a movie set South Pacific atmosphere, but we like it. The fish here is excellent, but they also have beef. If you want to save a bit of money, order a fish taco in the bar area. Their large desserts can be passed around the table (don't forget your coupon for mud pie). Entertainment is Thursday and Friday.
(808 742-1234) is on the lower level of the Hyatt. This is where to go for a romantic dinner out, as the thatched roof island atmosphere, on a lagoon with koi, swans, and waterfall, is perfect. We sometimes just order appetizers. The service has been friendly and helpful.
Casa Blanca
(808 742-2929) Set amongst the manicured grounds of the Kiahuna Swim and Tennis Club, just a short walk across Poipu Road, is the sophisticated yet casual Casa Blanca Restaurant. Serving everything from old-fashioned breakfasts, sandwiches, salads, soups, and brochettes, to gourmet dinners, this restaurant really has it all, even a full bar. There's even a kids' menu with all the standards. Dinner is a culinary treat where the chef really shines.
(808 742-1424) is right out on a point at the west end of Poipu. The romantic atmosphere with ocean views is the perfect setting for their delicious Pacific Rim cuisine. If you want to watch the sunset, book an early reservation, as the best tables go first.
(808 742-1555) is on Nolo Road near Nihi Kai Villas. Piano music and great food in an intimate setting. Our waiter was quite amusing!
(808 742-5000) is in the Poipu Shopping Village. The atmosphere is pleasant though unremarkable, but the Pacific Rim cuisine is said to be the best in Poipu. Reservations are recommended.
(808 742-9988) offers Japanese cuisine at the Sheraton. An excellent selection of sushi, tempura and other Japanese food in an elegant atmosphere. Prices are on the high side, $25 and up.
(808 245-2511) has great atmosphere with rock gardens, koi pond, and tea rooms. O.K. so it's not quite on the south shore (it's in Hanamaulu), but it needed to be included becuase the Japanese and Chinese food is consistently excellent and well presented. Call ahead for hours and reserve a tea room. It's about half the price of Naniwa.
(808 245-9593) at Kilohana, the Wilcox mansion, is just south of Lihue towards Poipu. This is a great place to stop for a fancy lunch after a morning excursion to the other side of the island. We've always had wonderful food here and it's a pretty courtyard setting. Kilohana is also of historical interest as the manager's house of the Grove Farm Plantation.
Brenneke's Beach Broiler
(808 742-7588) used to be one of our favorites. Over looking Poipu Beach Park, it still has a hip atmosphere appealing to a younger crowd. We think it's over priced for the quality; casual fare at fine dining prices. They still serve some pretty good seafood and mai tais.
(808 332-8561) has very good pizza in Kalaheo. If you want to keep the price down a bit get your pizza to go. Closed on Mondays.
(808 821-2026) is not really south shore, but must be mentioned. At 1384 Kuhio Hwy. in Kapaa, Mermaids is a tiny "hole in the wall" open 11am - 9pm daily. Their acclaimed meal is the Ahi Nori Wrap (and similar Ahi Cilantro Wrap). At $8.95 and big enough for 2 to split, these are a real bargain and almost worth the trip over to Kapaa alone. The Ahi Nori Wrap consists of a spinach tortilla layered with nori (sushi wrappers), brown or white rice, seared Ahi tuna, and a creamy wasabi sauce. Rolled up and sliced in half it is served with pickled ginger. If you go with a friend, and are hungry, you could get the cilantro wrap too and share.
(808 332-9755) at the intersection of 530 and 50 in Kalaheo has great burgers and onion rings. Their pies are well regarded and are available for take out.
(808 742-1112) on Koloa Road near Poipu Road, has fish burgers, terriaki burgers, and plate lunches. You can eat here for around $5.00.
(808 742-6199) has a small but tasty display of take out items including lau lau, small packets of mixed shellfish, shrimp, and fish, delightfully seasoned, and steamed in ti leaves.
(808 742-7222) on Poipu Road has large portions of pretty decent (Americanized) Mexican food. They offer take out only and are closed on Wednesdays.
(808 742-7467) in the back of the Poipu Shopping Village offers subs and Tropical Dreams ice cream from the Big Island. An inexpensive lunch or dinner.
(808 742- 1272) is really just for desert. They have renowned gourmet flavors, but are quite expensive.
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