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The Plantation House by Gaylords, Lihue, HI

The Plantation House by Gaylords

4.7
4.7
5350 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Gaylords now rebranded as The Plantation House by Gaylords offers one of Kauai's most beautiful settings for lunch, dinner and happy hour. Located in the historic Kilohana Plantation home, diners are seated around an open-air courtyard with views of the plantation grounds and Mt. Waialeale in the distance. Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers and fishermen. Our 67-acre sustainable farm provides much of the produce and herbs used in our dishes and cocktails. Menu items include starters like fresh Ahi poke, fried brie, fresh seafood, delicious steaks and vegan entrees too. Don't forget about our famous Banana Cream Pie for dessert! 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.

If reservations are not available online, please call us anytime and we will be more than happy to accommodate you

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 245-9593
  • Website
    http://www.kilohanakauai.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Saguid
  • Catering
    We are Kauai's premier full-service catering experts. From intimate dinners to full-service event catering at your location, Gaylord's at Kilohana is equipped and staffed to make your event an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party facilities
    Gaylord's at Kilohana offers a variety of party spaces to host your private event. 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. Guests may order from our standard menus or hosts may choose to create a custom menu prepared epecially fo their event.
  • Location
    3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766
  • Area
    Lihue
  • Cross Street
    Nuhou
  • Parking details
    Free parking adjacent to the mansion.
  • Entertainment
    Gaylord's features rotating Hawaiian musicians & entertainment several nights a week. Kilohana Plantation, home to Gaylord's, offers diners additional entertainment and activities to enjoy during their visit: Ride the Plantation Railway through our sustainable farms, learn about rum making and taste the award-winning rum at Koloa Rum Co., or shop in the artisan shops scattered around the property and plantation home. Luau Kalamaku is Kauai's premeir luau and runs every Tuesday & Friday evening.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Menu

Starters

  • French Onion SoupUS$9.00

    Classic French onion soup served daily

    • Soup Du JourUS$8.00

      Ask your server for our daily soup special. Served in a bowl or cup.

      • Ahi Poke StackUS$20.00

        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

        • Quick Fried BrieUS$17.00

          Creamy Triple cream, drizzled with honey, truffle oil served with macadamia nuts, red grapes, and baguettes

          • Fresh Island Catch CrudoUS$22.00

            Finished with Tahitian lime sesame soy, Hawaiian chili pepper pipette, jalapeno, sofrito, and red radish

            • Vegetarian Spring RollsUS$17.00

              Fried vegetable spring rolls, bean sprouts, green beans, cabbage, and carrots, served with a pineapple sweet and sour sauce

              • Parmesean Truffle FriesUS$14.00

                Yukon gold potatoes and parmesan cheese tossed in white truffle oil. Served with garlic aioli.

                Salads

                Ranch, lemon balsamic vinaigrette, tangy papaya seed, miso mustard vinaigrette, sesame hoisin vinaigrette, or Caesar dressing.

                • Kilohana Cobb SaladUS$19.00

                  Apple wood smoked bacon, char grilled chicken breast, blue cheese, avocado, boiled eggs, red onions, grape tomato, Gem romaine lettuce and Ranch dressing.

                  • Caesar SaladUS$13.00

                    Crisp Gem romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, crispy parmesan, focaccia croutons tossed in caesar dressing.

                    • Caprese SaladUS$16.00

                      Burrata cheese infused with extra virgin olive oil, vine ripened tomato, local farmer greens, Aloha Spice Alae Hawaiian Salt, crostini, balsamic reduction and fresh basil.

                      • Local Field GreensUS$14.00

                        Local Farmer's mixed greens, garlic, roasted portabello mushroom, grape tomato, goat cheese, cucumber, lemon balsamic vinaigrette

                        Sandwiches

                        All sandwiches are served with your choice of garden salad or french fries.

                        • Teriyaki Bison BurgerUS$20.00

                          Flame grilled Bison on brioche bun, smoked gouda, roasted garlic mayo, arugula, vine ripened tomato, grilled pineapple, and red onion.

                          • Kilohana CheeseburgerUS$18.00

                            Flame grilled beef patty, choice of cheese, caramelized onion, brioche bun, butter lettuce, red onion, and vine ripened tomato.

                            • Portobello Mushroom BurgerUS$18.00

                              Oven roasted garlic and Portobello mushroom, topped with triple cream brie, caramelized onion, and white truffle oil, served with lettuce tomato and onion on toasted brioche bun.

                              • Pulled Pork SandwichUS$17.00

                                Slow roasted pork, passion fruit barbeque sauce, grilled onions, garden slaw on brioche bun.

                                • Misoyaki Fish Sandwich

                                  Fresh Catch of the day in miso and sake, oven roasted, wasabi mayo, butter lettuce, red onion, vine ripened tomato, finished with coconut lemongrass sauce and pickled ginger on a brioche bun. $MP

                                  • Grilled Vegetable SandwichUS$17.00

                                    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.

                                    • Braised Beef Short Rib DipUS$18.00

                                      Slow sake braised beef boneless short rib, Havarti cheese, creamy horseradish, tucked in ciabatta bun, served with au jus.

                                      Entreés

                                      All fish entrees are market price.

                                      • Fresh Catch

                                        Pan roasted, cole slaw, unagi and coconut lemongrass butter sauce over jasmine rice.

                                        • Fish and Chips

                                          Fresh island catch dipped in a saffron beer batter, fried to a crisp. Served with tartar sauce and fries.

                                          • Fresh Fish Tacos

                                            Fresh catch pan roasted, corn or flour tortillas, roasted tomato salsa, and chipotle crème fraiche. Served with fries.

                                            • Blue Crab and Coconut CurryUS$22.00

                                              Crab meat tossed with vegetable Asian curry, served on Jasmine rice.

                                              • Red Curry SalmonUS$19.00

                                                Pacific wild salmon marinated in shoyu emulsion, pan roasted, topped with shiitake mushroom salad, settled on steamed jasmine rice, Kabayaki and coconut red Thai curry sauce.

                                                • Shrimp ScampiUS$20.00

                                                  Shrimp, shimeji mushrooms, and garlic butter sauteed in alfredo cream sauce, tossed in linguini pasta and served with garlic bread.

                                                  Vegan and Vegetarian

                                                  • Vegan MedleyUS$17.00

                                                    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.

                                                    Last updated: 8 February 2024

                                                    What 5,350 people are saying

                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                    4.7
                                                    4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                    • 4.7Food
                                                    • 4.7Service
                                                    • 4.8Ambience
                                                    • 4.4Value

                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                    Diners' Choice Awards

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Overall

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Food

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Service

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Ambience

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Best Value

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Good for groups

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Healthy

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Great for fine wines

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Great for outdoor dining

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Romantic

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Good for special occasions

                                                    • Kauai

                                                      Most Booked

                                                    Review summary

                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                    The Plantation House by Gaylords in Kauai offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food," "superb service," and a "beautiful location." Guests appreciate the "stunning grounds" and historic charm. While some reviews mention occasional service lapses, the "Hawaiian vibe" and "memorable meals" make it a top choice for special occasions.

                                                    5,350 Reviews

                                                    1. mindy

                                                      Calgary

                                                      51 reviews

                                                      4.0

                                                      51 reviews

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                      2. Food 4
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      The Plantation is a lovely place to dine - we were situated in a covered porch that was beautiful and part of the old plantation house dining room. It’s a step back in time - elegant and understated. Anna provided good service although we were surprised that after the initial glass she never poured wine even when she stopped by the table which she did several times. We started off with a Tanqueray martini which was good and generous. We also ordered a bottle of Pino Grigio which was very well restaurant priced and just fine as expected. We were started off with bland “focaccia bread” with mostly balsamic and a little oil in one of those small metal serving cups which I found awkward. A plate would have been better. We shared the vegetarian spring rolls which were very hot, somewhat greasy, and quite ordinary. The Pork Osso Bucco was very tasty with lots of tender meat. A winner there! The accompanying asparagus was properly cooked and well seasoned but the potatoes were forgettable. The 4 large day boat scallops were perfectly cooked and delicious but the accompanying mushroom gnocchi was commercially made, chewier than they should have been with a gluey bland cream sauce with tasteless enoki mushrooms - at least I think that’s what they were. We skipped dessert. There was one “Hawaiian” style dessert with Macadamia nut brittle but the rest were the usual lava cake, crème brûlée, a cheesecake and sorbet and tiramisu. All that said I’m glad we went for the ambience. The prices were modest compared to other places we saw so overall, even with a few food missteps I gave it a solid 4 stars.

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                                                    2. OpenTable Diner

                                                      Las Vegas

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Delicious meal with a beautiful ambiance! It did not disappoint.

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                                                    3. MaureenD

                                                      Phoenix

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      We’ve been in Kauai for a month and had some great meals. Hands down, this was the best food, service and ambience. Five Star all the way!

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                                                    4. Fabricio

                                                      Orange County

                                                      22 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      22 reviews

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Excellent service and really good food. One of the best places on Kauai to have dinner.

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                                                    5. JOAN

                                                      Minneapolis

                                                      1 review

                                                      5.0

                                                      1 review

                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Highly recommend! Food and service was superb and the ambiance couldn’t be better.

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                                                    6. David

                                                      Los Angeles

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      5 reviews

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Our server, Jeff, was excellent. It was an enchanting dinner.

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                                                    7. Eric

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      34 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      5.0

                                                      34 reviews

                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      Lelo was amazing. Went above and beyond going over the menu . We visit Kauai every fall and Gaylord’s is always a must . Food is always delicious and staff is always friendly.

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                                                    8. Sarah

                                                      San Diego

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      2.0

                                                      2 reviews

                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                      2. Food 2
                                                      3. Service 2
                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                      Excited to celebrate a birthday dinner & remember the food, serve & location be be amazing. The place still looks amazing but service was lacking, I feel our sever should honestly pick a different profession, she seemed to be annoyed to be doing her job & the food was majorly disappointing. Not the place I remember but maybe it is better for lunch or just apps & a drink.

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                                                    9. Aline

                                                      San Francisco

                                                      32 reviews

                                                      5.0

                                                      32 reviews

                                                      Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                      I've always loved this restaurant when I visit Kauai and this visit was just as great as my last visits. The food's terrific, the service is great, the plantation house is wonderful and eating outdoors with that central courtyard and the lawn and trees beyond is wonderful.

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                                                    10. Ruediger

                                                      Hawaii

                                                      598 reviews

                                                      vip
                                                      5.0

                                                      598 reviews

                                                      Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                      2. Food 5
                                                      3. Service 5
                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                      Food and service were very good (as always). We were able to make a dinner reservation till for 5 pm when the restaurant opens. Since several parties have 5 pm reservations there can be a line to be seated which we experienced. Not too bad, but also not great. We were there on a Thursday night when the restaurant also provides food for some Luau attendees. So about 70% of the tables were reserved for those people which limits the availability for other guests. Also between 5:30 and 6:15 there was music for the Luau people. For our next visit we will avoid the Thursday night.

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                                                    FAQs

                                                    The Plantation House by Gaylords offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 245-9593.

                                                    The Plantation House by Gaylords is rated 4.7 stars by 5350 OpenTable diners.

                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                    Make a booking

                                                    2 people
                                                    19:00
                                                    Booked 27 times today

                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                    Google Map for The Plantation House by Gaylords

                                                    3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766

                                                    Additional information

                                                    • Cross Street
                                                      Nuhou
                                                    • Area
                                                      Lihue
                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                      Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
                                                    • Price
                                                      $31 to $50
                                                    • Cuisines
                                                      Mediterranean, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Pan-Asian
                                                    • Dining style
                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                    • Dress code
                                                      Smart Casual
                                                    • Parking details
                                                      Free parking adjacent to the mansion.
                                                    • Payment Options
                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                      Johnny Saguid
                                                    • Entertainment
                                                      Gaylord's features rotating Hawaiian musicians & entertainment several nights a week. Kilohana Plantation, home to Gaylord's, offers diners additional entertainment and activities to enjoy during their visit: Ride the Plantation Railway through our sustainable farms, learn about rum making and taste the award-winning rum at Koloa Rum Co., or shop in the artisan shops scattered around the property and plantation home. Luau Kalamaku is Kauai's premeir luau and runs every Tuesday & Friday evening.
                                                    • Additional
                                                      Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
                                                    • Website
                                                      http://www.kilohanakauai.com/
                                                    • Phone number
                                                      (808) 245-9593
                                                    • Catering
                                                      We are Kauai's premier full-service catering experts. From intimate dinners to full-service event catering at your location, Gaylord's at Kilohana is equipped and staffed to make your event an unforgettable experience.
                                                    • Private party facilities
                                                      Gaylord's at Kilohana offers a variety of party spaces to host your private event. 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. Guests may order from our standard menus or hosts may choose to create a custom menu prepared epecially fo their event.

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