Kauai South Shore Foodie Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kauai Culinary Market
    12 minutes (4.6 miles) from Lihue Airport

    The Kauai Culinary Market is a great place to start your foodie journey in Kauai. Sample fresh local produce, taste delicious artisanal bread, and try unique Hawaiian products like taro chips and macadamia nut butter.

  2. Day 2: The Shops at Kukuiula
    6 minutes (1.8 miles) from Kauai Culinary Market

    Explore The Shops at Kukuiula, an open-air shopping center with a variety of food and drink options. Stop by Living Foods Market & Cafe for a healthy breakfast, try the famous poke bowl at Dolphin Sushi & Fish Market, and enjoy a refreshing tropical cocktail at Merriman's Fish House.

  3. Day 3: Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk
    22 minutes (10.2 miles) from The Shops at Kukuiula

    Immerse yourself in the local culture and try some delicious Hawaiian street food at the Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk. From kalua pork to shaved ice, this weekly event is a foodie's paradise with live music and art vendors to enjoy.

  4. Day 4: Kauai Coffee Company
    21 minutes (8.0 miles) from Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk

    Take a tour of the Kauai Coffee Company and learn about the coffee-making process from bean to cup. Sip on a variety of coffee blends and indulge in a coffee-inspired treat at their cafe. Don't forget to pick up some Kauai coffee to bring home!

  5. Day 5: Eating House 1849
    26 minutes (7.9 miles) from Kauai Coffee Company

    End your foodie adventure with a visit to Eating House 1849, a restaurant inspired by Hawaii's vibrant culinary heritage. Try the kalbi short ribs or the furikake ahi poke, and sip on a signature cocktail like the Paniolo Old Fashioned. Don't forget to leave room for dessert- the pineapple upside-down cake is a must-try!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kauai Culinary Market (1 hour, Free)
  • The Shops at Kukuiula (3 hours, $-$$)
  • Hanapepe Friday Night Festival & Art Walk (3 hours, $)
  • Kauai Coffee Company (2 hours, $)
  • Eating House 1849 (2 hours, $$-$$$)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $35-$70
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