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The Plantation House by Gaylords, Lihue, HI

The Plantation House by Gaylords

4.7
4.7
5572 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean
3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy, Lihue, HI 96766

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2 people
21:30
Booked 36 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • 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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Hawaiian Regional, Pan-Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–20:00
  • 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

The Plantation House by Gaylords's menu was last updated 2024-03-29.

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What 5,572 people are saying

The Plantation House by Gaylords reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Ambience

  • Kauai

    Best Value

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Plantation House by Gaylords offers a serene setting with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "fresh and local" cuisine, including standout dishes like the Monchong and French Onion Soup. The "beautiful and historic" location enhances the dining experience, making it a top choice for "special occasions" and "memorable meals."
5,572 Reviews

  1. Charles

    Philadelphia1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was excellent. Our son said the salmon with red curry was the best meal he had on Kauai

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  2. David

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere is absolutely amazing for the outdoor dining. The service is top notch and the food is excellent. It definitely reflects the Hawaiian culture.

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  3. Michael

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was exceptional, atmosphere was perfect we had a table looking out over the grass area. Perfect for lunch and a good value

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  4. Bill

    Palm Springs3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious. We had Monchong, which was the catch of the day, fixed with fresh vegetables from the Gaylord farm. We love the outdoor setting and the Hawaiian music playing softly in the background.

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  5. Michelle

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I live on Oahu and come to Kauai often for work. I've eaten at all the nice restaurants and this is my favorite restaurant on Kauai! The grounds are beautiful, the restaurant is relaxed but elegant, and the food is wonderful. It feels very old Hawaii, like going back in time. The food is fresh and local; fish is fresh caught, and the rum in the mai tais is made right next door. Service is fast and the staff is are friendly and attentive. One of the most amazing things though is the price. I've spent twice as much at other restaurants and the quality is not anywhere close. I paid less than $60 for three courses and some plantation iced tea. 10/10, 100% recommend! One small disclaimer, if you are looking for ocean vibes and views, this is not the place. Otherwise, come here! You won't be disappointed!

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  6. Terri VIP

    Seattle8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was truly amazing. We had the scallops and the short ribs. Our service was as top notch. The plantation house itself is amazing dining experience with beautiful and memorable setting.

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  7. Richard VIP

    San Francisco19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice bar. Open air seating. Friendly staff. Food was tasty. Steaks were a little over cooked from what was requested, but the meal over all was very good. The French onion soup was excellent.

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  8. David VIP

    Phoenix81 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Oscar fish fantastic. Lamb chops average. Service slow.

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  9. Michelle VIP

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fantastic and the servers and hostess were super friendly. Love this spot and will come back the next time we're in Kauai

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  10. Yuna

    Portland5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated my husband’s birthday. Everything was good.

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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 5572 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
21:30
Booked 36 times today
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 11:00–14:00 Happy Hour Mon–Sat 15:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Hawaiian Regional, 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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