Most of Hanalei's restaurants take advantage of its tropical surroundings including lush vegetation punctuated by tropical flowers.
Hanalei's restaurants are famous for their romantic sunset vistas, fancy Hawaiian fusion cuisine and fresh seafood, but most of them specialize in the dinner crowd. Come morning time, the bay is quiet and still, and all the hustle from the night before has long past. There are, however, a few good entries in the breakfast category, so you can get a healthy start to your day.
Polynesia Cafe
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a welcoming Aloha spirit, the Polynesia cafe offers a relaxed, casual atmosphere. The cafe serves traditional favorites like eggs Benedict and french toast, but spices up the menu with Hawaiian dishes like pineapple pancakes. The cafe also bakes its own breads daily.
Polynesia Cafe
5-5190 Kuhio Highway
Hanalei, HI 96714
808-826-1999
polynesiacafe.com
Hanalei Gourmet
With a broad patio overlooking the village of Hanalei, Hanalei Gourmet offers a casual atmosphere where patrons can take advantage of the cool island breezes. This is a major hang out for locals, so don't be surprised if there's a wait. The cafe serves up freshly baked breads, bagels with local-style lox, pastries and more.
Hanalei Gourmet
5-5161 Kuhio Highway
Hanalei, HI 96714
808-826-2524
hanaleigourmet.com
Java Kai
Java Kai's specialty, as the name implies, is coffee. Theirs is freshly brewed Hawaiian Kona coffee, imported from the nearby Big Island, and other tasty Hawaiian blends. In addition to the wide array of coffee options, Java Kai offers freshly baked bagels, Kauai waffles, breakfast burritos and their house specialty, the Aloha Bar, which is made with coconut, macadamia nuts and chocolate.
Java Kai
5-5183C Kuhio Highway
Hanalei, HI 96714
808-826-6717
javakai.com
Kalypso Island Bar and Grill
Ordinarily you would not think breakfast when you see bar and grill, but with Aloha spirit flowing, Kalypso has opened its doors for a grand weekend brunch. Following a tradition of combining unique tastes, Kalypso serves up interesting breakfast dishes like eggs over easy served on a burger with gravy and huevos rancheros with a twist--a fried mahi mahi fillet.
Kalypso Island Bar and Grill
5-5156 Kuhio Hwy. #G4
Hanalei, HI 96714
808-826-9700
kalypsokauai.com
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