Best Live Music Restaurants in Hanalei

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AmericanItalianSeafoodJapanesePizzeriaComfort Food

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Kauai

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KapaaKoloaLihuePoipuPrinceville

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CharmingFancyGood for special occasionsGreat for fine winesGreat for live musicGreat for outdoor dining

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18 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Welina Terrace

4.7

Exceptional(42)

$$$$

• Cocktail Bar • Princeville

Booked 32 times today

Known for the best sunset views on Kaua'i, Welina Terrace is a modern, Japanese-inspired lounge overlooking Hanalei Bay. A place to gather, share lively conversation and catch nightly live music from local artists - enjoy a delicious menu of 26+ sakes, Japanese whiskies and beers, organic, sustainable wines, and craft cocktails paired with shareable plates envisioned by Chef Misao Masuda. Enjoy local bands and global vibes from some of Kaua'i's most exciting new talent, live on stage at Welina Terrace nightly.

2. Keoki's Paradise

4.5

Awesome(8436)

$$$$

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Poipu

Booked 93 times today

Aloha mai kākou! Open-air dining surrounded by waterfalls and tropical gardens, Keoki’s Paradise brings the spirit of aloha to Kaua‘i’s sunny South Shore.Located in Po‘ipū, Keoki’s Paradise is a favorite for fresh island seafood, Hawaiian-inspired cuisine, live music, and family dining in a lush tropical setting. Guests dine beside serene waterfalls and panoramic greenery while enjoying locally sourced fish, premium steaks, seafood specialties, handcrafted cocktails, and weekend brunch. Led by Hawaiian chef Shalei Shintani, the menu celebrates Hawai‘i’s farmers, fishermen, and ranchers with fresh island flavors served with genuine aloha hospitality.Perfect for lunch, dinner, brunch, celebrations, and family dining, Keoki’s offers open-air dining, live entertainment daily, and a relaxed indoor-outdoor atmosphere loved by locals and visitors alike. Gluten-free options available.Visit keokisparadise.com for menus, reservations, live music schedules, and updates.

3. Duke's Kauai

4.6

Exceptional(6365)

$$$$

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 73 times today

Oceanfront dining on Kalapaki Bay, Duke’s Kauai pairs Hawaiian-inspired cuisine, live music, and breathtaking views of Nawiliwili Bay and the Hoary Head Mountains. Named for surfing legend Duke Kahanamoku, Duke’s brings the spirit of aloha to one of Kauai’s most iconic waterfront restaurants. Dine indoors beside lush waterscapes and koi ponds or relax at the open-air Barefoot Bar overlooking the beach. Our menu features fresh island seafood, premium steaks, tropical cocktails, local flavors, and the world-famous Hula Pie. Guests love the sunset views, live Hawaiian music, warm hospitality, and laid-back island atmosphere. Perfect for brunch, lunch, dinner, date nights, family dining, and celebrations, Duke’s offers gluten-free and vegetarian options. Live entertainment featured daily. Indoor, outdoor, and takeout dining available. Visit dukeskauai.com for menus, entertainment schedules, reservations, and seasonal updates.

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4. Beach House Restaurant- Kauai

4.6

Exceptional(14732)

$$$$

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Poipu

Booked 160 times today

Our stunning ocean-front location with spectacular sunsets makes the Beach House an iconic destination on Kauai's south shore that has won the Hale 'Aina Award for "Best Restaurant - Kauai" for 20+ years. Our philosophy at the Beach House is simple - take aloha, blend it with fresh and high-quality ingredients, and add an ocean view to deliver a handcrafted, Hawaiian experience. Executive Chef Marshall Blanchard makes the most of local ingredients by sourcing our fish directly from island fisherman and our beef from neighboring ranches. We incorporate fresh and local produce throughout our menu, highlighting Hawai'i farms and the resources that surround Kauai. Reservations are highly recommended for a dining room table in our open-air restaurant. We also offer lounge seating on our lawn, where the full menu and full service are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please check in with the bar host for lawn seating.

5. Hualani's

4.8

Exceptional(2935)

$$$$

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 26 times today

Experience one of the best restaurants on Kaua'i and enjoy farm-to-table oceanfront dining from the elegant yet relaxed setting at Hualani's. Here, oceanfront dining is influenced by the seasons. What's fresh at The Farm at Hōkūala inspires the farm-to-table menu, while our bar serves up well-balanced craft cocktails that complement the seasonality of the kitchen. Our culinary experience is inspired by a sense of place and driven by local farmers, as well as fresh-picked ingredients from our on-site organic farm. From the morning harvest and the daily catch, Hualani's shines a hyper-local spotlight on the bounty of the Garden Isle.

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6. RumFire Poipu Beach - Sheraton Kauai Resort

4.7

Exceptional(356)

$$$$

• American • Poipu

Booked 44 times today

RumFire Poipu Beach is the south shore's hotspot for modern Kauai dining. Experience the island's stunning sunsets and spectacular views of Sheraton Kauai Resort's ocean courtyard, Poipu Beach, and the ocean beyond. Designed around the restaurant's unparalleled views of Kauai's coastline, RumFire features 180-degree ocean views from all of its 240 seats. RumFire's menu serves locally sourced cuisine with a global influence and Kauai's most extensive selection of rums from around the world. Experience an unforgettable evening at RumFire. Then, stay the night with us.

A photo of Bangkok Happy Bowl Bistro and Bar + Poipu Rock 'n Roll Sushi restaurant

7. Bangkok Happy Bowl Bistro and Bar + Poipu Rock 'n Roll Sushi

4.2

Awesome(303)

$$$$

• Thai • Poipu

Booked 3 times today

Authentic, fresh and flavorful Thai Bistro and Sushi Bar in a casual, fun and festive environment. Restaurant and full sushi bar available at this location. A full bar also complements the patron"s dining experience with the island's best cocktails and a fine selection of twelve local and international draft beers. Wonderful live island entertainment is provided from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm nightly including complementary Hula shows on Monday’s and Saturday evenings. We have indoor and outdoor walk up dining immediately available from 11am-5pm daily we also have walk up availability for tables of 3 or less from open to close every day

8. Cafe Portofino

4.0

Excellent(2456)

$$$$

• Italian • Lihue

Booked 28 times today

Authentic Northern Italian fare, also specializing in seafood and steaks. Cafe Portofino is a beautiful upscale restaurant overlooking the ocean located at the Royal Sonesta Resort. Please come and enjoy our award wining cuisine and breathtaking views. Official parking for the restaurant is available at the Royal Sonesta Resort.Please note, all seating is first come, first served- no special seating requests can be honored. For parties over 6, online reservations are not accepted, please call the main number.If you have children in your party, please leave a note on your reservation or message the restaurant so that we can better accommodate your seating. Grazie.

A photo of Moa Moa at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort restaurant

9. Moa Moa at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort

4.4

Awesome(285)

$$$$

• Pacific Rim • Kapaa

Booked 8 times today

Moa Moa, is home to American, Hawaiian fusion, Pacific-Rim inspired faire. We focus on fresh seafood dishes. Our lanai seating provide sight-lines to our vast ocean views at the Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort. FEBRUARY 14th *Please note that our regular dinner menu will not be available on 02/14/20125. Instead, we are offering a special Valentine's Day pre-set menu designed to make your evening truly memorable.

10. Naupaka Terrace

4.1

Excellent(510)

$$$$

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lihue

Booked 5 times today

Naupaka Terrace is located inside Outrigger Kaua`i Beach Resort & Spa, where our dining room is complemented by the oceanside garden setting. We aspire to be Kauai’s next great destination restaurant, celebrating the bounty of the island & its diversity of cultures & cuisines. With a strong focus on local farms & purveyors, our menus reflect familiar ingredients & classic local dishes and preparations, from an elevated & sophisticated point of view. Our beverage program complements the food, with a modern interpretation of classic cocktails, local beers and "zero proof" libations, along with an approachable wine list featuring labels from around the world. Visit our website to see our menus.

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Meggan
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Incredible experience from the view, the staff, and the food was perfect!
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Hualani's$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.8
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HollyGold
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •43 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing food. Amazing view. Chad was the best server! Answered all of our questions and made a birthday dinner perfection
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Beach House Restaurant- Kauai$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Poipu
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4.6
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Amanda
Idaho •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Where to start. Well the night before we had a not so great dining experience somewhere else. This place absolutely made up for it. The service was amazing & They took great care of us. The drinks - incredible! The food - Amazing ! Atmosphere - Fantastic ! From beginning to end we had a fabulous time. The fancy drinks and the live music really added to the atmosphere. Thanks for showing us a good time :). I highly recommend.
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Keoki's Paradise$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Poipu
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4.5
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CathleenGold
Los Angeles •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always excellent all the way around! Kallum our server (spelling may be off) was excellent and very attentive. Thank you Dukes we will always come back!!
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Duke's Kauai$$$$• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• Lihue
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4.6
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Raymond
New Jersey •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This place is a gem. We had a fantastic table to view the sunset over Hanalei Bay and enjoyed well made cocktails and expertly prepared food. Definitely recommend.
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Welina Terrace$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Princeville
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4.7

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