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Plantantion Gardens Restaurant

2253 Poipu Road, Poipu, Kauai, HI 96756
808-742-2121
Ranked #10 of 22 restaurants in Poipu
4.0 of 5 stars 232 Reviews
Price range: INR1,689 - INR1,689
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Good for: Romantic, Groups, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Dining
Neighbourhood: Koloa
Description: Plantation Gardens Restaurant & Bar is located in a beautifully restored plantation manor on the Hawaiian Island of Kauai. Dating back to the 1930's, the estate once served as the plantation manager's home for Hawaii's first sugar plantation, the Koloa plantation. Later, the estate was acquired by the Moir Family who built the world famous gardens that surround the restaurant. Our menu reflects the heritage of old plantation Hawaii, which celebrates the abundance and beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. Our fresh fish is caught daily by local fishermen in waters off Kauai. We use organically grown vegetables and herbs picked fresh on nearby farms and from our own gardens. Guests may choose to dine on our lanai overlooking tranquil gardens, lily ponds and tropical foliage or in our exquisitely refurbished dining room which features gorgeous Brazilian cherry wood floors, woven bamboo tables and plantation ceiling fans.
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Lewiston
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The food was okay and the service was mediocre (as well as not paced well). The ambiance was okay -- a darkened room with a light on the table is obviously different than going to Denny's -- but it didn't seem necessarily "plantation." In the seafood lau lau, the scallops were perfect and the fish was dry and overdone. The... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We had dinner here out on the veranda, which should be a romantic concept here since the restaurant is set in the middle of a garden. Unfortunately, the spotlights lighting up the veranda killed any potential ambience. Food is very average and expensive for what you get. More

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Kalaheo, Hawaii
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

True Aloha! The Plantation environment puts me back to old Hawaii, before so much cement found its way to this Island. They offer dining room seating as well as Lanai and bar. I like having choices. The service is always friendly and welcoming. My all time favorite referral. Love this place. More

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Baltimore, Maryland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

The gardens around the restaurant are quite nice and the menu had a few vegetarian options that we liked. The waitstaff was very friendly and helpful. More

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Tacoma, Washington
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

I loved the location, the history, the style and the food. More

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Plymouth, WI
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We ate here one night and the food was good. It was interesting how they served it. Staff was friendly and helpful in explaining different items on the menu. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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Nice view but way over priced for the quality of the food. The menu is subject to the fish caught that day and the whim of the chef. The special was good but the grilled fish was mundane. Too much presentation. The fish served on a perch of white rice was out of place for a resturant with no table... More

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Maryland
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We dined at the Plantation Gardens Restaurant while staying at the property. Although my pot roast meal was full of fat and was comped, another in our party had the same meal and hers was very good. Others enjoyed their meals as well. Drinks were good and worth the money. Overall a good experience and worth the visit. More

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Encinitas, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

We had a private room for a large group meeting. Excellent fresh fish and friendly service. More

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Los Angeles, California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Eat inside to avoid flying pests. Food is fantastic. Service super good. More

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