Visit Kauai, the unspoiled jewel of the Hawaiian Islands. Revel in the views of stunning Hanalei Bay, see the sunny south shore and take a drive into majestic Waimea Canyon, the Grand Canyon of Hawaii. By day, enjoy two world-class championship golf courses in Princeville, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. In the evening, visit one of Kauai's romantic oceanfront restaurants to sip a cocktail and watch the sunset.
The Beach House
Reserve a romantic table for two at the Beach House. Located in Koloa, on Kauai's south shore, the Beach House features exceptionally fresh seafood in a beautiful oceanfront setting. Start with fresh Ahi sashimi, fried calamari with guava cocktail sauce or Thai beef bundle with miso dipping sauce.
Dine on macadamia nut-crusted local fresh fish, lemongrass-crusted sea scallops or Angus beef tenderloin. Kindle the romance with Molten Chocolate Desire or Bananas Foster. Signature tropical drinks include the Tikitini, Original Kaffir Lime and the classic Mai Tai. The Beach House was rated Best Kauai Restaurant by the Honolulu Advertiser and has earned top honors with the prestigious Travel and Leisure magazine.
5022 Lawai Road
Koloa, HI 96756
(808) 742-1424
the-beach-house.com
Tide Pools at the Grand Hyatt Kauai
For a romantic and intimate dining experience, reserve a table at Tide Pools, located at the luxurious, tropical Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa. Cross a footbridge to reach your destination and dine in open air hale pili (thatched huts), surrounded by waterfalls and koi-filled lagoons illuminated by tiki torches.
Zagat surveys rated Tide Pools "Best Restaurant on Kauai" in 2009. Honolulu Magazine has rated Tide Pools as Best Kauai Restaurant five times. Begin with a classic Mai Tai, Lava Flow or a bottle of champagne. Order fresh-caught Ahi sashimi, Ahi poke or smoked duck summer rolls. Try entrées like opah and shrimp with bok choy and jasmine rice, wasabi crusted Ahi, and dry-aged Angus beef. Save room for the decadent molten chocolate cake or coffee ice cream cake with toasted coconut and chocolate sauce.
Tide Pools
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort and Spa
1571 Poipu Road
Koloa Kauai, HI 96756
(808) 742-1234
hyatt.com
Kauai Grill
Plan a romantic evening of culinary delights at the Kauai Grill. Located at the St. Regis Princeville, the Kauai Grill was conceived by world-renowned restauranteur Jean-Georges Vongrichten. Known for combining classical French cuisine with pan-Asian flare, Vongrichten's talents have been lauded by the Michelin Guide, Food and Wine and the The New York Times.
Enjoy stunning views of Hanalei Bay and Bali Hai. Order a seasonal tasting menu featuring fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients. Wine pairings are also available.
The St. Regis Princeville Resort
5520 Kahaku Road
Kauai, HI 96722
(808) 826-964
starwoodhotel.com
About The Author
Katiana Zimmerman is a writer, composer, and singer. She has written children's musicals, including the Emmy Award-winning HBO film Autism: The Musical. Kat has received two ASCAP awards. She holds a Master's degree from the Manhattan School of Music. Kat studied nutrition for disease prevention at the McDougall Institute, the Pritikin Institute, and FitPath in British Columbia.
