Taro and Hawaiian sweet bread with cream anglaise and seasonal berries(nf). Pan roasted, coleslaw, unagi and coconut lemongrass butter sauce over jasmine rice. Im honestly amazed that it has as many 5-star reviews as it does. Shrimp chips and sriracha mayo. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. From Eastside: Passing through Lihue on Hi-route 50 aka Kaumualii Highway, heading toward Poipu, Kilohana is mile past the large mall. Sunday Brunch buffet, delicious at $38.95. If you are in Lihue area, you can do better elsewhere. We look forward to your return and would like to thank you for your continued patronage.Mahalo,Camille ParrManager for Eric Hanson GMcamille.gaylords@gmail.com. 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. . There are a few hours, however, that are so potently happy, they are named in accordance. Mauis Pau vodka, lilikoi (passion fruit), ginger beer. This place is a must for lunch or dinner , Vacation dining. (nf/ df/ gf), Sliced Japanese Hamachi, rich in omega oil, served with jalapeno, wasabi tobiko, and gluten free soy sauce infused with pineapple juice add crab dynamite for $2 more. The Plantation house by Gaylords invites you to enjoy our breathtaking plantation garden views and Hawaiian hospitality Located in Kilohana's original courtyard, The Plantation House by Gaylord's offers Kauai's most authentic Island dining experience with island-influenced dishes by Chef Johnny Saguid. Prices were moderate for Kauai and the quality of food and ambiance. However, the service was a disaster. The service was excellent and attentive. Waialeale in the distance. The Sunday brunch still remains quite nice and relaxing, although, it seems the buffet offerings have changed over the past several years. Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers . The restaurant also offers services for various parties and functions and provides a wide range of catering services. We are a local family and probably will not go back. Pau Hana Mule $8. They offer half off on their signature cocktails, beer and wine from 3 to 5 pm. Such a fun experience! Select three Koloa Rums for your flight. Happy Hour: 4-6pm drink specials served in a conscious fashion. which was fine but not great. We arrived early for our reservation and visited the art gallery and cocktail lounge. Too frozen and not much flavor. We are returning to Kauai soon on a family vacation and will dine at Gaylord's with Jeff being our waiter. Aloha at its best.For dinner, you can't do much better. The original 1944 recipe featuring Kauais own Koloa Rum and fresh press sugar cane. (nf/df), Onions, scallions, ogo, chili flakes, sesame oil, soy sauce, furikake. Menus for The Plantation House by Gaylords - Lihue - SinglePlatform The Plantation House by Gaylords Lunch Menu Starters French Onion Soup $8.00 Classic French onion soup served daily Spinach and Artichoke Dip $16.00 Spinach, artichoke hearts, Maui onions, garlic, cream cheese, mozzarella, and parmesan cheeses served with focaccia bread The snapper was the star of the show. An outstanding freshly made opening cocktail . The wine list offers good selections and is also reasonably priced. First the staff was wonderful but aside from that I am not sure how anybody would give this place anything more than a rating of a 2.. First the food coming out of the kitchen was rushed. However, crusted halibut Oscar was loaded with a heavy sweet brown sauce, and there was also a heavy white sauce. . Yes, you can make a reservation by picking a date, time, and party size. Located in the historic Kilohana Plantation home, diners are seated around an open-air courtyard with views of the plantation grounds and Mt. Lovely setting with very good service. We have been to Gaylords many times over the years on our trips to Kauai. The Bullshed is located at one of the best boutique hotels in Hawaii, The ISO. The front and support staff also did an excellent job. The service was stellar and ambiance of the courtyard was beautiful atnight. Thank you. Blanco tequila, muddled cilantro, jalapeos, fresh lime juice and organic agave. The hostess eventually came to take our drink order, still no server. I chose the New York steak that was cookedto perfection and my wife was very pleased with her Opakapaka over risotto. Food gets ordered. Our 67-acre sustainable farm provides much of the produce and herbs used in our dishes and cocktails. (nf/df) . Gaylord's Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travelers: 3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy 3-2087 Kaumuali'i Highway, Lihue, Kauai, HI 96766-9505. Gaylord's Restaurant: Happy Hour! The Plantation House by Gaylords offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 245-9593. First, Kiawe Roots is located in the Shops at Kukui'ula in Poipu, above Tequilla Republic. My wife had the Fish Oscar with the fresh catch of the day and it was delicious. Appetizer portions are large and our crab dip was VERY good. (nf/gf), Braised in annatto, carrots, and onions, finished with Kabayaki demi over jasmine rice. This is our top pick for best happy hour on Kauai. (nf/gf/df), Day boat scallops pan seared (medium rare) settled on creamy spinach shimeji mushroom orzo risottofinished with white truffle oil. At night, I would think the view would be a great black abyss.More, We visited after riding the plantation train. (nf/gf/df), Local farmers mix greens, garlic, roasted portobello mushroom, grape tomato, goat cheese, cucumber, lemon balsamic vinaigrette, toasted pine nuts. We want to thank you for the kind words you have expressed in this excellent 5 Star review and for your continued patronage in years to come. Business Hours & Info $$$ $ Price range $15-50. As we were eating our ice cream pie, a cute little gecko jumped on our table to enjoy some pie crust crumbs. I opted for the Plantation pasta (lame I know) but I was tired of seafood and meat, and it was excellent too. Are you sure you want to delete this question? The Ahi Tuna dish was beautiful but unfortunately the inside of the fish was still cold. Ask TennisFam4 about Gaylord's Restaurant, Ask KYCowgirl91 about Gaylord's Restaurant. (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. (nf), Fresh island catch dipped in a saffron beer batter, fried to a crisp, served with tartar sauce, and fries. Slow roasted pork, passion fruit barbeque sauce, grilled onions, garden slaw, on Brioche bun. It serves a range of wines, including white and sparkling wines and Champagne. (nf), 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. The original 1944 recipe featuring Kauais own Koloa Rum and fresh press sugar cane. The car we were in on the train did not have windows so needless to say we got wet. Turn left into the estate and follow signs. Sorry, I dont write negative reviews unless they are really earned. Not really worth it for the price. the ambiance was gorgeous! 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. (nf/gf), Duck leg and breast cooked in lemongrass, coriander, star anise, ginger, garlic, gluten free soy, sherry wine and sake, finished with hoisin shitake mushroom demi, served with broccolini, and roasted garlic whipped potato. Its variety of sandwiches include cheeseburgers and fish sandwiches. Semillion Bill Dillian Vyd., Sierra Foothills, 2021 Elk Cove, Pinot Blanc, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 2019 Domanie Zind-Humbrecht, Gewurztraminer, Alsace, France, 2015 Treana Blanc, Central Coast (Viognier, Marsanne, Roussanne), 2019 Atalier, Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain, 2020 Domaine Huet Le Mont Demi-Sec, Vouvray, France (Chenin Blanc), 2019 J. 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Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers and fishermen. Gaylord's Restaurant: Gaylords Kauai - See 1,840 traveler reviews, 488 candid photos, and great deals for Lihue, HI, at Tripadvisor. and overall, we were not impressed. A beautiful venue with a first rate menu. You can't beat the price but even so, the food was some of the best we had on the island. Highlights . Best meal weve ever hadhands down. (nf), Half chicken braised in Burgundy, mushrooms, onions, and herbs, served with roasted garlic potato and seasonal vegetables. Gorgeous restaurant with outstanding food and service. All in all, it is still a beautiful way to spend a Sunday morning. Waialeale in the distance, diners enjoy fresh, delicious flavors in island-influenced seafood dishes, traditional meat selections, and unique interpretations of lighter fare. Hamachi is so fresh, no need to soak it in some sauce and rainbow of tobiko. The coffee is good or you can get a breakfast mimosa or Bloody Mary and you won't ever feel rushed. Its a must visit and I would highly recommend it.More, Food was mediocre, wait staff practically tossed the plates on the tables, she looked like she wanted to be anywhere but there. Everything was just perfect. My family and I went for lunch and all of our meals were woefully presented and honestly just not very good. The plantation is beautiful and the covered outdoor dining adds to the experience. The truffle fries were excellent and the poke salad was a little overdressed but fresh and good. Came for a late dinner on 1/10 /23 with a tired and cranky husband .He was complaining about the drive to the plantation from the Grand Hyatt . Im a seafood snob and the hubby is not the biggest fan and ate half of mine as well . Our kitchen uses only the freshest, seasonal ingredients supporting our local farmers and fishermen. (df/nf), Pickled jalapeno, cream cheese wrapped in won ton. MonSat 5:00 pm8:00 pm. Farm to table fresh. Always wonderful food and service! Food mediocre Overall unimpressed and wont return. Mahalo Nui Loa,Camille ParrManager for Eric Hanson GMcamille.gaylords@gmail.com. Yes, The Plantation House by Gaylord's has outdoor seating. Can't figure outwhy people rave about the view. Good farm to table menu. Get quick answers from Gaylord's Restaurant staff and past visitors. We stayed for lunch after our 2-hour rum safari and so glad we did! The food the service the cocktails the ambiance.. if we come back to the island we will definitely dine here again. The cocktails were very good and reasonably priced for Kauai. (nf), Peppercorn crusted beef tenderloin, seared rare, thinly sliced, served with roasted garlic aioli, olive oil, red onions, capers, charred crostini, and lemon arugula. 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