There are 8 dog-friendly restaurants in Lihue that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Lihue. Bone appetit!
The Green Pig
Stop by the dog friendly Green Pig food truck for a casual and delicious barbecue meal. You can take your food to go or have a seat at one of the outdoor picnic tables. Chow down on their locally famous pulled pork sandwich, or try the Loco Moco- your choice of meat over rice with egg. This is a food truck, but it is almost always parked at their home base.
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Tropical Dreams
Fans of ice cream can stop by dog friendly Tropical Dreams for a treat. There are two outdoor tables for you to sit at while you enjoy your premium ice cream, made with 18% butterfat to make it extra creamy. With over one hundred and fifty flavor combinations, a rotating menu, and even limited gelato and sorbet flavors, you are sure to find something that you'll like. There's even a menu for the dog! All of the Hawaiian ingredients are grown locally, so that you can get a fresh, authentic taste of the islands.
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Java Kai
Java Kai coffeehouse serves up food and drinks that are both healthy and indulgent. Their coffee includes many of the local beans like the Kono, Kauai, and Molokai. Along with the typical coffeehouse offerings, Java Kai has several specialty drinks like the Shark Bite, an extra espresso shot with whipped cream and raspberry drizzle. The also offer smoothies, juices, and blended coffee drinks. The breakfast menu includes bagels, bowls, and various offerings such as the Dilly Egg Sandwich or the Surfer Girl which includes scrambled eggs, spinach, onion, cheddar cheese, pesto, aioli, bacon, and tomoto all on a toasted bagel. For lunch you might want a local favorite like the BBQ Kalua Pork Sandwich or may something light like the Rainbow Salad which comes with an array of local greens and vegetables. Breakfast and lunch are both served until 3:00 pm.
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Papalani Gelato
If you're looking for a way to beat the heat, check out Papalani Gelato, which has several outdoor dog friendly benches for you to enjoy. Try one of their many island-inspired gelato flavors, which are handmade in small batches every day from fresh, local ingredients. They have recently introduced their cookie dough gelato sandwiches, as well. Not in the mood for a frozen treat? Try one of their various coffee drinks, made with Hawaiian beans.
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Little Fish Coffee
If you find yourself on Kauai and in need of a caffeine boost, Little Fish Coffee is happy to help. The dog-friendly seating in the outdoor courtyard makes it a great place to bring Fido. Little Fish Coffee offers a variety of caffeinated drinks from cappuccinos and espressos to lattes and Americanos. They also offer a variety of blended coffee drinks as well as smoothies, all hand made in house. For eats, Little Fish Coffee offers bowls, bagels, sandwiches, and salads of all kinds. If you're craving a local flavor, you might try their poi smoothie or an acai bowl.
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Pink's Creamery
Open since 1932, Pink's Creamery has an assortment of sweet treats like housemade sorbet, dairy free ice cream, and ove 18 gourmet flavors. There are a few benches in front of the restaurant that are dog friendly. From the many flavor choices you can choose from, Pink's also offers some house specials like the Kona Mud Pie which comes with Kona coffee ice cream, Oreo cookies, and fudge. Or you could try the Banana Mac Nut Brittle with banana ice cream, roasted macadamias, and bits of brittle. Their housemade sorbet comes in seasonal flavors from local fruits. If you're feeling nostalgic, try one of their custom milkshakes made with any of their ice cream flavors. While their sweet treats are great, the local favorite is Pink's Grilled Cheese sandwiches with their main event, the Hawaiian Grilled Cheese. It comes with Kalua pork, muenster cheese, and pineapple sandwiched on Hawaiian Sweet Bread.
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Port Allen Sunset Grill & Bar
The Port Allen Sunset Grill and Bar offers food, brews, and views just on the southern coast of Kauai. There is a wide selection of dog friendly tables in their covered patio. The menu features a selection of local flavors like the Macadamia Nut Crusted Calamari Steak or the Sunset Coconut Shrimp. If you're craving fresh fish, The Port Allen Sunset Grill and Bar offers the Chef Special Catch of the Day with sateed or broiled fish with their chef's special sauce. The drink menu includes a list of island style cocktails, martinis, beers, and wines. The Port Allen Sunset Grill and Bar could be just the place for you and Fido to unwind in the island breeze.
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Bubba Burgers
For a casual dining experience, try dog-friendly Bubba Burgers in Kapaa, HI. They pride themselves on using only Kauai grass fed beef on a toasted bun with mustard, diced onions, and ketchup based relish. There is only one dog friendly outdoor table, so make sure to get there early so you can get a seat! Try their popular Double Bubba or, for a bit more Hawaiian flair, check out the Teriyaki Burger, served with mayonaise, onion, and teriyaki glaze.
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Bobby V's Italian Restaurant Pizzeria
You can enjoy a casual Italian meal at the dog friendly Bobby V's Italian Restaurant. They have a lot of outdoor tables so you can enjoy the beautiful Kauai weather over a classic Hawaiian pizza. On Tuesday nights, try the family style spaghetti and meatballs. After dinner, stroll down to Waipouli Beach to catch some waves.
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North Shore General Store
North Shore General Store is a casual restaurant located inside a gas station, and they have five dog friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a meal. Despite the casual setting, North Shore General Store is extremely popular with the locals for their daily pizza specials and burgers made with Princeville Ranch free range beef and organic taro buns. They also have a full breakfast menu and espresso bar. Your dog would not be allowed inside the building, so someone will have to wait outside with Fido while you go in and get food.
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Port Allen Sunset Grill & Bar
The Port Allen Sunset Grill and Bar offers food, brews, and views just on the southern coast of Kauai. There is a wide selection of dog-friendly tables in their covered patio. The menu features a selection of local flavors like the Macadamia Nut Crusted Calamari Steak or the Sunset Coconut Shrimp. If you're craving fresh fish, The Port Allen Sunset Grill and Bar offers the Chef Special Catch of the Day with sateed or broiled fish with their chef's special sauce. The drink menu includes a list of island style cocktails, martinis, beers, and wines. The Port Allen Sunset Grill and Bar could be just the place for you and Fido to unwind in the island breeze.
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Moloaa Sunrise Fruit Stand
Locally known as simply "the fruit stand," the Moloaa Sunrise Juice Bar has a variety of freshly made juices, smoothies, coffee, and food options. The Juice Bar is open air and has dog-friendly picnic table seating that is perfectly suited for grabbing a refreshing snack with your pooch. The house smoothies include favorites like the Sunrise Salute which includes papaya, apple, banana, coconut, peanut butter, organiz soy milk, and organic protein powder. You could also go for the Passion Fruit Hoot which includes mango, papaya, apple, banana, passion fruit, and guava. They also offere fresh made juices and coffee using as many local ingredients as possible. The food menu includes breakfast from 7:00 am to 11:00 am with options like the Breakfast Burrito or the French Toast Sandwich. You'll also find bagels, sandwiches, fruit bowls, paninis, salads, burritos, and tacos. They offer vegetarian and non-dairy options, too.
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Mermaids Cafe
For a local favorite, drop by the dog friendly Mermaids Cafe. All of their seating is outdoor- there are two picnic tables for you to choose from, or you can take your food to go. Try the famous ahi nori wrap, or stick to less adventurous options, like the black bean burrito. Everything on their menu can be made either vegeterian or vegan, for visitors with dietery restrictions.
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Cafe Turmeric
Cafe Turmeric offers up a "true taste of India" from their big, green food truck. There are plenty of dog-friendly picnic at the lot where Cafe Turmeric serves their Indian cuisine. If you're looking for a traditional Indian dish, you could try their Coconut Veg Curry which can be flavored as spicy or mild as you like or maybe the Jhalferagi with seasonal vegetables drizzled in a tamarind, tomato, and onion sauce. They also serve dishes with fresh catches like the Cocounut Shrimp Curry or the Fish Vindaloo. You'll also find housemade naan bread and Himalayan basmati rice.
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Cafe Turmeric
Cafe Turmeric offers up a "true taste of India" from their big, green food truck. There are plenty of dog friendly picnic at the lot where Cafe Turmeric serves their Indian cuisine. If you're looking for a traditional Indian dish, you could try their Coconut Veg Curry which can be flavored as spicy or mild as you like or maybe the Jhalferagi with seasonal vegetables drizzled in a tamarind, tomato, and onion sauce. They also serve dishes with fresh catches like the Cocounut Shrimp Curry or the Fish Vindaloo. You'll also find housemade naan bread and Himalayan basmati rice.
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Bubba's
For a casual dining experience, try dog friendly Bubba Burgers. They pride themselves on using only Kauai grass fed beef on a toasted bun with mustard, diced onions, and ketchup based relish. There is only one dog friendly outdoor table, so make sure to get there early so you can get a seat! Try their popular Double Bubba or, for a bit more Hawaiian flair, check out the Teriyaki Burger, served with mayonaise, onion, and teriyaki glaze.
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Java Kai
Java Kai coffeehouse serves up food and drinks that are both healthy and indulgent. Their coffee includes many of the local beans like the Kono, Kauai, and Molokai. Along with the typical coffeehouse offerings, Java Kai has several specialty drinks like the Shark Bite, an extra espresso shot with whipped cream and raspberry drizzle. They also offer smoothies, juices, and blended coffee drinks. The breakfast menu includes bagels, bowls, and various offerings such as the Dilly Egg Sandwich or the Surfer Girl which includes scrambled eggs, spinach, onion, cheddar cheese, pesto, aioli, bacon, and tomoto all on a toasted bagel. For lunch you might want a local favorite like the BBQ Kalua Pork Sandwich or may something light like the Rainbow Salad which comes with an array of local greens and vegetables. Breakfast and lunch are both served until 3:00pm.
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Hanalei Pizza Shop
You can enjoy a slice with your pup at Hanalei Bay Pizzeria at one of their dog-friendly tables outside. The restaurant is located in the Ching Young Village Shopping Center in Hanalei, HI, making it convenient to local shops. Their crust is made with organic Hawaiian honey and extra virgin olive oil making it soft and flavorful when you order. Their sauces and meats are prepared in house and they have gluten-free options at your request.
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