The Bullshed. Our entrees were great too. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers and fishermen. I do not consume large quantities when I eat so for me to say the portions of food were very small, means there was not alot of food on our plates! Love the food and the plantation! It's very serene. Their Happy Hour r. The food the service the cocktails the ambiance.. if we come back to the island we will definitely dine here again. Gaylord's Restaurant: go for happy hour - See 1,804 traveler reviews, 468 candid photos, and great deals for Lihue, HI, at Tripadvisor. All in all good time.More, We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Plantation restaurant. Titos vodka shaken with fresh fruit picked from our orchard daily. We loved the unique building and cozy setting. The truffle fries were excellent and the poke salad was a little overdressed but fresh and good. *"Happy Hour" bonus "5 for 5" menu is offered from 4 to 5:30 pm Monday through Saturday in the Mahiko Lounge. Gaylord's: Monday through Saturday service Lunch: 11 am to 2:30 pm Dinner: 5:30 to 9 pm Sunday Brunch: 9 am to 130 pm Mahiko Lounge: Monday through Saturdays 11 am to 10 pm Happy Hour- 4 to 5:30 pm Sunday: 9 am to 3 pm Dcor/environment: Casual Hawaiian with fine dining flair in the service and food preparations. Spare ribs were tough. Service was timely and friendly. (nf), Apple wood smoked bacon, char grilled chicken breast, blue cheese, avocado, boiled eggs, red onions, grape tomato, romaine lettuce and Ranch dressing. The snapper was the star of the show. explaining the menu. Often this is not easily done without extensive hiking or a helicopter to get you to the deep remote valleys where they often are hidden. Aloha! (The bus boys were fine.) Had the lobster scallop and snapper dish. The Sunday brunch provides great value in the huge breakfast buffet, which also comes with a choice of an ala carte item from a small menu that changes seasonally. Setting was nice. Don't forget about our famous Banana Cream Pie for dessert! Sam's Ocean View. Went with a large group, so definitely good for groups, Good setting. (nf/df), Spinach, artichoke hearts, Maui onion, garlic, cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses, stuffed in button mushroom baked to perfection, finished with garlic butter sauce. Are reservations needed? (nf/df/gf), Peppercorn crusted beef tenderloin, seared rare, thinly sliced, served with Hawaiian salt, olive oil, roasted garlic aioli, red onions, capers, crostini and lemon arugula. I opted for the Plantation pasta (lame I know) but I was tired of seafood and meat, and it was excellent too. We also had the carpaccio and it was the best weve ever tasted. Gaylord's Restaurant: Gaylords Kauai - See 1,840 traveler reviews, 488 candid photos, and great deals for Lihue, HI, at Tripadvisor. Jeff, the head waiter, has been at the restaurant for nine years. From Southside: Take Hi-route 50 aka Kaumualii Highway toward Lihue. Copyright 20042023 Yelp Inc. Yelp, , and related marks are registered trademarks of Yelp. (nf), Kalua pork, flour tortilla, cheddar cheese mix served with sour cream. The tour of the plantation was severely dampened by the downpour of rain! Our waitress was very attentive and the food was cooked perfect and tasted delicious. Graville-Lacoste, Graves Blanc, Bordeaux, France, 2018 Andis Wines. 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM. We were offered a free dessert when we politely informed our waitress how disappointed we were but didnt have another 30 minutes to wait for it. (df/nf), Pickled jalapeno, cream cheese wrapped in won ton. Every hour on Kauai has the potential for happiness. (ask your server for daily catch) (nf/gf), Kilohana Meatloaf, hon shimeji mushroom gravy, jasmine rice and sauted seasonal vegetables. Decent dinner, wide plot for kids to run. Look for white fenced estate on the right with sign for "Kilohana". Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers and fishermen. My wife had the Fish Oscar with the fresh catch of the day and it was delicious. We've been to many Michelin star restaurants all over the world but this was one of our best dinners ever. Light rum, cucumber, mint, house made lavender simple syrup and soda water. The food was not overly hot either. Our 67-acre sustainable farm provides much of the produce and herbs used in our dishes and cocktails. This restaurant was beautiful! Lovely ambience as well. The last 2 times were less than exceptional as compared to our other visits. There are a few hours, however, that are so potently happy, they are named in accordance. 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Server was ok, not very friendly but the service was ok. We had to wait almost 45 minutes for our foodand overall, we were not impressed. Does The Plantation House by Gaylord's have outdoor seating? (nf), Sea bass marinated in miso, honey, sake, gluten free soy, and mirin, broiled to order, settled on hijiki jasmine rice and seasonal vegetables. Not really worth it for the price. MonSat 11:00 am2:00 pm Waialeale in the distance. The food and service at all the restaurants have been great except for this experience. We went to Luau on Thursday. Mauis Pau vodka, lilikoi (passion fruit), ginger beer. Mind you, this is the first time we have actually met our server. Oven roasted garlic and portobello mushroom, topped with triple cream brie, caramelized onion, and white truffle oil, served with L.T.O. (nf/df), Sliced Japan Hamachi, rich in omega oil, served with jalapeno, wasabi tobiko, and soy sauce infused with pineapple juice OR add crab dynamite for $2 more. Great personal service and a very nice meal! We found that the food was as good or better than on our previous visit. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. (nf/gf with gf bun $3.00), Free range venison infused with spices, served on a brioche bun with arugula, Chef Justins tomato jam, blue cheese, caramelized onion, and a creamy roasted garlic aioli. Sunday Brunch buffet, delicious at $38.95. Gaylord's Restaurant: Happy hour at Mahik Lounge - See 1,747 traveller reviews, 438 candid photos, and great deals for Lihue, HI, at Tripadvisor. Too frozen and not much flavor. (nf/df), 8 oz. The bathroom could be updated. Take a walk around the Kilohana grounds, shop in our assorted boutiques, visit the Koloa Rum shop, go on a rum safari adventure or take a ride on the plantation train. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. Two tables that sat after us have now gotten their main dishes. It is a time, each day, when people gather, celebrate and usher in the evening after a perfect day. You can't beat the price but even so, the food was some of the best we had on the island. "Duke's Kalapaki" sits astride the beautiful Kalapaki Bay and Beach. Light rum, cucumber, mint, house made lavender simple syrup and soda water. Recent Articles Saint Kapa'a 4-1387 Kapa'a, Hi 96766 (808) 822-1612. Cannot say I was impressed. Waialeale in the distance, diners enjoy fresh, delicious flavors in island-influenced seafood dishes, traditional meat selections, and unique interpretations of lighter fare. At night, I would think the view would be a great black abyss.More, We visited after riding the plantation train. The food was to die for. The high quality and taste of the food matched our expectations only the udong were a bit on the too spicy side (didnt expect it). Fantastic menu, service and setting. Spinach, artichoke hearts, Maui onions, garlic, cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses served with focaccia bread, Fresh ahi poke, Aloha Spice Kiawe smoked sea salt, won ton chips, mesclun greens, avocado, pickled ginger juice, wasabi mayo, unagi sauce, tobiko caviar, and furukaki, Creamy Triple cream, drizzled with honey, truffle oil served with macadamia nuts, red grapes, and baguettes, Fried vegetable spring rolls, bean sprouts, green beans, cabbage, and carrots, served with a pineapple sweet and sour sauce, Sliced Japan Hamachi, rich in omega oil, served with jalapeno, wasabi tobiko, and soy sauce infused with pineapple juice OR add crab dynamite for $2 more, Peppercorn crusted beef tenderloin, seared rare, thinly sliced, served with Hawaiian salt, olive oil, roasted garlic aioli, red onions, capers, and lemon arugula, Quick fried cauliflower tossed with lup chong (Chinese pork sausage) pine nuts, raisins, balsamic gastrique and honey, Rings and tentacles dusted in togarashi seasoning, quick fried, and chipotle crme fraiche, ranch, lemon balsamic, tangy papaya seed, miso mustard vinaigrette, sesame hoisin vinaigrette, Caesar dressing, Apple wood smoked bacon, char grilled chicken breast, blue cheese, avocado, boiled eggs, red onions, grape tomato, romaine lettuce and Ranch dressing, Local greens, grape tomatoes, portabella mushrooms, goat cheese, pine nuts and choice of dressing, Fresh sashimi of the day tossed in red and green cabbage, baby kale, carrots and a hoisin vinaigrette, Hearts of romaine lettuce tossed in caesar dressing with shaved parmesan and house made croutons, Burrata cheese, vine ripened tomato, Local Farmer greens, Aloha Spice Alae Hawaiian Salt, crostini, balsamic reduction, basil, and extra virgin olive oil, Local beets, local greens, goat cheese, red onion, grape tomato, naan bread, and lemon balsamic vinaigrette, All sandwiches are served with your choice of garden salad or french fries, Flame grilled zucchini, onions, eggplant, red and yellow bell peppers, Havarti cheese, balsamic reduction, extra virgin olive oil, on ciabatta bread, served with sweet potato fries, Slow sake braised beef boneless short rib, Havarti cheese, creamed horseradish, tucked in ciabatta bun, served with au jus, Flame grilled chicken breast, finished with kalbi and miso ranch sauce, served with butter lettuce, red onion, and vine ripened tomato, Flame grilled beef patty, caramelized onion, brioche bun, butter lettuce, red onion, and vine ripened tomato, your choice of cheese, Flame grilled Bison on brioche bun, smoked gouda, roasted garlic mayo, arugula, vine ripened tomato, grilled pineapple, and red onion. Gaylord's Restaurant offers various types of desserts, such as cream pie, chocolate truffles and cheesecakes. The only reason I didnt give them 5 stars was because the bar service was slow. Ask your server for our delicious plantation style creations. beef patty, Lettuce, tomato, onion, French fries. This was our first meal in Kauai and it didnt disappoint. (nf), Kaffir lime leaves, eggplant, Alii mushroom, green beans, baby bok choy, red and green bell peppers, simmered in coconut Olena sauce settled on steamed jasmine rice. Keiki entres comes with a choice of french fries or Jasmine rice. Our server, Mele, was superb! Muddled lemon, mint, lavender simple syrup, and soda water, Rose, Dom. (nf), Poached sea scallops, shrimp, abalone, and clams tossed in gochujang sauce with carrots, garlic, scallions, onions and udon noodles. Service was good. We were there for lunch and we looked at a lawn. . We never received our stuff mushrooms and my Caesar salad needed CPR. The on-site flower shop and sweets store arent to be missed. (nf/df/), Kaffir lime leaves, eggplant, hon shimeji and shiitake mushrooms, green beans, baby bok choy, red and green bell peppers, simmered in coconut Olena curry sauce settled on steamed jasmine rice. We had reservations and there were a lot of extra tables. Prices were moderate for Kauai and the quality of food and ambiance. Happy Hour Gaylord's Restaurant: go for happy hour - See 1,802 traveller reviews, 468 candid photos, and great deals for Lihue, HI, at Tripadvisor. Loved the Poki starter. I would request him without reservation. We have been to Gaylords many times over the years on our trips to Kauai. Locals Only Vodka, lilikoi (passion fruit), ginger beer and fresh lime juice, Coconut Rum, mint, house made olena simple syrup, fresh lime juice and a splash of soda water, Light rum, cucumber, mint, house made lavender simple syrup, fresh lime juice and soda water. We love Gaylord's! Left with him raving about the meal ,the experience and server . Gaylord's Restaurant: Happy hour back in time - See 1,795 traveler reviews, 467 candid photos, and great deals for Lihue, HI, at Tripadvisor. He is helpful, but not a server or explaining the menu and specials like the neighboring tables are getting. I would never dine there again! I opted for the Plantation pasta (lame I know) but I was tired of seafood and meat, and it was excellent too. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. to perfection and my wife was very pleased with her Opakapaka over risotto. Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers . (df/nf), Pickled jalapeno, cream cheese wrapped in won ton. Lihue Flights to Lihue (nf/gf), Marinated in kalbi sauce, flame grilled with unagi Kabayaki, jalapeno lilikoi papaya pineapple marmalade, jasmine rice, and sauted seasonal vegetables. Our open-air courtyard or lanai is a fun and festive space for dinner; the private dining room is the picture of historical elegance; and our newly renovated living room/bar will be the "it" spot for cocktail parties and lively mixers. Map updates are paused. I wonder if it is their plot to get people to shop in the galleries in the building. Its been two hours since our reservation and we havent gotten our main dishes. I highly recommend this restaurant. Be sure to stop in the bar lounge area and have a drink, relax in a nice soft couch and enjoy the beauty and hospitality of Hawaii. (nf/gf), House made pork, shrimp and scallop mousse finished with ginger gochujang beurre blanc and chili vinaigrette. The cocktails were very good and reasonably priced for Kauai. beef patty, Lettuce, tomato, onion, French fries. Baked to perfection topped with ketchup. Good option to do the train tour and grab lunch before catching your flight at the nearby airport. The front and support staff also did an excellent job. Best Mai tai Ive ever had. We were told the server would be around soon, but spoiler alert, she doesnt show up till main course is due. What a treat! Gaylord's at Kilohana. Dinner Hamachi is so fresh, no need to soak it in some sauce and rainbow of tobiko. The courtyard seating is classic Hawaii with open air ambience.Featuring stately dcor inside, with open-air covered atrium seating available and especially enjoyable for the classic Sunday brunch service, with traditional Hawaiian hospitality and slack key guitar music. Located in the historic Kilohana Plantation home, diners are seated around an open-air courtyard with views of the plantation grounds and Mt. (nf), Fresh sashimi grade ahi, thinly sliced, tossed in sesame hoisin vinaigrette, carrots, kale, Kilauea greens, red and green cabbage. Not really worth it for the price.More, Outdoor dining area is very nice! 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