Hawaiian and local food on Kauaʻi

For Hawaiian food on Kauaʻi: Hanalei Taro & Juice Co. (poi and laulau from the family's own taro farm), Mark's Place in Puhi near Līhuʻe (laulau and mixed plates), and Pono Market and Smiley's Local Grinds in Kapaʻa. Go early; laulau sells out.

• Hanalei Taro & Juice Co.: Hanalei, North Shore; food truck; poi and pork or fish laulau using the family's taro. Menu changes daily.
• Mark's Place: Puhi (Līhuʻe area); pork laulau and mixed plates.
• Pono Market: Kapaʻa; small market and deli; laulau, poke and lomi salmon; sells out early.
• Smiley's Local Grinds: Kapaʻa; laulau favorite.
• Konohiki Seafoods: Līhuʻe; poke bowls.
• Costco Līhuʻe sells packaged laulau from Hawaiian brands to heat up at your rental.
• Hours change and many small spots sell out or close early; call or check online before you go.

Sources: Hawaiʻi Guide: Top laulau spots on Kauaʻi (Mar. 2026) · Hawaiʻi Magazine: 12 dishes every traveler to Kauaʻi should try

Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.