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A few of our favorites!

Farmer's Markets

Click the below link for the island-wide schedule! We love: Wednesday @ Kukuiula, Saturday @ Puhi

West Side

Nu'alolo Trail

3600 Kokee Road, Waimea, HI 96796

Our first date.... Sooo cute! Beautiful view of Na Pali Coast. 7.6 mi out + back hike, "hard" We also recommend in Kokee: Awaawapuhi (hard), Pihea Vista (easy), Waipoo Falls (easy)

Kōkeʻe Lodge

3600 Kokee Road, Waimea, HI 96796

Koke'e State Park is a must do day trip while you are on Kauai! Come up for a hike + brunch at the lodge. Great food + drinks.

Wrangler's Steakhouse & Saddle Room Bar

9852 Kaumualii Highway, Waimea, HI 96796

Iconic local steakhouse. I grew up coming here, it was my grandpa's favorite! Reservations recommended (it's one of the only restaurants out here!)

JP's Pizza

12550 Kaumualii Highway, Kaumakani, HI 96747

NY pizza on the west side of Kauai! Open Tues/Wed/Fri/Sat ... check their insta for details @jpspizzakauai

Japanese Grandma's Cafe

3871 Hanapepe Road, Hanapepe, HI 96716

Yummy sushi and Japanese food, cute outside terrace!

Midnight Bear Breads

3830 Hanapepe Road, Hanapepe, HI 96716

Their croissants will transport you to Paris! Great place to stop for coffee, breakfast, lunch.

South Side

South Side Beaches

Mahalepu Baby Beach (perfect for your Keiki!) Sheraton Waiohai (get a drink at the Honu Bar!) Shipwrecks

Kauai Juice Co

5460 Koloa Road, Koloa, HI 96756

Bougie juice + salads + bowls to go. A must when you are on Kauai! Feel like a fancy hippy. Take home a glass jar as a souvenir. Great gifts: Hot sauce (Josh's fave), honey, Hawaiian Salt. They also have a Kapaa and Kilauea location.

Java Kai Koloa

5356 Koloa Road, Koloa, HI 96756

Newly opened in our neighborhood... Coffee + Breakie + Lunchie! You can order online! They also have locations in Kapaa and Kilauea.

Living Foods

2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street, Koloa, HI 96756

The closet thing we have to Whole Foods! Casual sit down or takeaway breakfast/lunch + coffee bar. You can order online!

Kalaheo Cafe & Coffee Company

2-2560 Kaumualii Highway, Kalaheo, HI 96741

Great casual local breakfast spot!

Stevenson's Library

1571 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI 96756

Great date night, sushi + drinks! Reservations recommended or getting a place at the bar after 7:30 should be no problem.

The Plantation House by Gaylords

3-2087 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI 96766

We love their happy hour in Mahiko lounge! Come here if you want a sneak peek of our wedding venue :)

Eating House 1849 Koloa

2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street, Koloa, HI 96756

Have a fancy sit down dinner (get the Misoyaki Butterfish!) or get a seat at the bar (amazing burger + ramen!) Reservations required - bar first come first serve.

Beach House

5022 Lawai Road, Koloa, HI 96756

Get a table on the lawn during happy hour and stay for sunset + watch the surf. Josh's fave Mai Tai! Get here early - sunset can be busy!

Mucho Aloha Brewhouse

Koloa Road, Koloa, HI 96756

Great for a casual beer + meal, lovely outdoor area!

Kauai Safaris - Rum Safari Tour

3-2087 Kaumualii Highway, Lihue, HI 96766

Our favorite tour! Who doesn't love an activity that involves drinking? We recommend going on the last tour of the day - followed by dinner at the Plantation House!

Outfitters Kauai

230 Kipu Road, Lihue, HI 96766

If you are looking for a fun zip-lining or kayak adventure - Outfitters is our go to!

Anara Spa

1571 Poipu Road, Koloa, HI 96756

If you are looking to do a spa day - this is it! Book a service and use the facilities all day (gym, pool, sauna, steam, cold plunge) - hopefully you'll see us there. Located in the Grand Hyatt.

East Side

Kintaro Japanese Restaurant

4-370 Kuhio Highway, Kapaʻa, HI 96746

Local favorite Sushi + Japanese. KANPAI!

Naisla Kitchen and Cocktails

4-369 Kuhio Highway, Kapaʻa, HI 96746

Fish Bar Deli

4-1380 Kuhio Highway, Kapaʻa, HI 96746

Yummy cocktails, lamb burger, rainbow kale salad... its all so good!

Kalalea Juice Hale

4390 Puuhale Loop, Anahola, HI 96703

We love to stop here on the drive north! Smoothies + Acai bowls. Love the fresh coconut chunks.

North Shore

Ke'e Beach & Hanakapi'ai Beach/Falls Hike

Kalalau Trail, Kapaʻa, HI 96746

A permit is required for all non-Hawaii residents. Permits sell out FAST! So be ready exactly 30 days in advance to purchase online @ gohaena.com. One of the best hikes in the world! We love hiking to the beach (medium - 4 mi out + back) or if you are feeling up for it all the way to the falls (hard - 8 mi out + back).

Bar Acuda

5-5161 Kuhio Highway, Hanalei, HI 96714

Our favorite restaurant on the island. Reservations required - must book 30 days in advance via Yelp.

Nourish Hanalei

5225 Hanalei Plantation Road, Princeville, HI 96722

Great healthy option for breakfast and lunch. This farm food stand has one of the nicest views on the island overlooking Hanalei Bay. We <3 Nourish

The Haven Kauai

5-6607 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei, HI 96714

Cute coffee spot just before the end of the road!

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