Tons and tons of fresh fruits and veggies for sale at this Farmer's Market. The variety is great…read moreto help with home cooked meals, certain dietary needs or restrictions, smoothies, baked goods, and much more. Would add that it's not the easiest set up for those with accessibility challenges to navigate because all stalls are largely situated on a big patch of grass. Parking is limited so I would recommend carpooling when possible. Could definitely feel the island vibes with music playing from some stalls, and locals catching up with the farmers and vendors while selecting their produce for the week. Prices are comparable to those at the grocery stores. Would definitely recommend checking out when around the area.

Good market for fruits and veggies. Also a good selection of flowers. Not a ton of vendors but…read moreworth a go!

10/26/24 Grove Farms farmers market is located at a park across from the Kauai Community College,…read moreSaturdays starting at 9 am. I look forward to this one because it's one of the bigger, more established farmers market. A few years back, I think it was located at the parking lot of the community college itself with more food trucks. The vendors are friendly & most give out samples. I am more inclined to purchase if the vendor is generous with samples (hint hint wink wink) Of note, it's in a grassy area & can get pretty murky/muddy after a rain. Parking is where you can find it at the park. There's of course fresh fruits & vegetables in season, cooked foods (Filipino, Thai, Korean & much more). The one that stood out was the Honey (Yellow) watermelon-- the vendor was all smiles & offered generous samples of the fruit. Oh my, my, my!! It was so sweet, crisp & mouthwateringly delicious! I couldn't pass it up. The sticker price was by size & I asked the vendor to pick a good one for me-- Yokes! $14 Wowzah. That's the most I have ever paid for any watermelon EVER. This had better me a life-changing delicious pick hahaha. We shall see. I was planning on getting my veggies here for my Sinigang (Filipino sour soup): got Ongchoy (kang-kong), okra & small taro--it is called gabi in Tagalog & gandus in Kapampangan. I love gandus coz is definitely creamier in texture compared to the big taro that is used for making poi. I always look forward to visiting this farmers market but sometimes we're not in the area when it is here. I was fortunate to have visited this time. UPDATE: the honey watermelon was sooooo worth it. Come & try!

I was really impressed with this farmers market in Lihue! The selection of tropical fruits,…read moreflowers, and prepared foods was vast and it's the first farmers market I've been to that's held on grass, which just made it feel so welcoming. Get there early (it opens at 09:30) and people are raring to go much earlier than that.

A pleasant employee helped us find spring rolls and a quinoa+veggie wrap (with a tasty sauce) on…read moreour way to the airport. Both were fresh and satisfying.

First time visiting the Kauai Ferments store since they opened in mid-January. No-nonsense…read moreoperation with a simple menu (pictured), counter, and merchandise right there in a glass refrigerator case. Amanda Rosenthal, the owner, is super friendly and thoroughly explains her products. Samples are offered. Everything is locally-sourced when possible. I bought the Vegan Wild Kimchi (omg, btw) and pineapple-ginger sparkling water. If shopping on a Saturday, Puhi Plaza's parking is ridiculous because patrons at the farmers' market next door rudely park here. I'll keep coming back to try the other flavors of sparkling water, which include elderberry, ginger beet, ginger turmeric, ginger lime, lilikoi, and hibiscus lime. Seasonal flavors available. Kimchi, krauts, and other seasonal veggies are available too.

The poke bowl is much better than the bento boxes because those didn't make me sick or have stomach…read moreburn

This review is from my recent visit.I came here for some poke in their seafood department.When it…read morewas my turn to be helped the man that was working there had no customer service at all!.It was an older Looking man.No smile,No greeting not even a thank you.I noticed this for all the customers in front of me.Then it was time to check out.There was an older lady.Again it was the same terrible customer service!.On top of that she spoke in another language and I know this is not appropriate..Also there prices are steeper compared to other store's.Thats why I rarely come here.I only come here because they sell certain exotic meats that the other stores don't sell.Other then that I go to Safeway,Target,n Costco.

Like I mentioned in the caption, I'm not exaggerating when I say the açaí bowls at Aloha Aina are…read morethe best I've ever had. That's a huge claim, but nothing else has come close for me. The flavors, the texture, the freshness, everything is just spot on every single time. And honestly, it's not just the açaí bowls. Pretty much everything on the menu stands out. The smoothies are incredible, the ingredients always taste fresh, and somehow everything feels healthy while still tasting great. One of my favorite spots to grab something quick that actually tastes amazing. The staff and management are awesome too, and the whole place just has a really good vibe. You can genuinely feel the Aloha in everything they do. God, I love this place. Here's a tip: order online from their website and skip the line. There is always a line and it's so much faster to just walk in and have your item already waiting for you. You just go straight to the counter for pick up and bingo bango.

Ordered the Puhi smoothie, the adapt mushroom drink and the mermaid bowl…read more All gorgeous colors. Good portions and great flavor ! Very unique options and lots of to choose from.

We stopped in because we kept passing by Kauai Fruit & Flower "The Pineapple Store" on the way back…read moreto our hotel. We wanted to come in and see what this is all about! Parking was on the side in a cramped area because they share a spot with all the arts & crafts tents outside the store. The interior was very large but not much merchandise. Seems like they ship and deliver pineapples?! But didnt see any pineapples sitting around. I walked up to the counter to order 2 drinks and waited over 10 mins to be helped. The lady (owner?) was running around doing different things. They had 2 people behind the counter making smoothies but they didnt offer to help or take my order. Finally after 10 mins of waiting, she asked for my order and I ordered 1 papaya smoothie and 1 pineapple juice. It took awhile for her to make it and finally was ready to pay (but the other 2 staff member couldnt help?). A guy who was sitting outside that finished his drink barged up and wanted to pay. But then he saw me standing there and offered to have me pay first. The whole experience is a bit bizarre. Seems like an unorganized business.

This is where you go on the way to airport when you want to bring Pineapples on the Plane with you…read moregoing home. Hawaiian Air allows each passenger to check in 1 box of Pineapples FREE --no extra baggage charge provided the box is less than 10 pounds. Here they have boxes with handles for 2 or 3 Pineapples. The very nice older woman who runs this place says they pack the Pineapples fresh everyday and you have a 1 week to eat them after you get home. You cannot pick the Pineapples--they are packed by her, box sealed, and certified for clearance at the Airport. All Pineapples have to go through an inspection at the airport--there is special place for that near check-in. Now this is KEY: You are not allowed to leave Kauai with Pineapples grown in Kauai! The only Pineapples certified for Air Travel back to the Mainland are the Maui grown Pineapples. She will not certify for air travel the local Pineapples. They also make Pineapple smoothies that were great. They also cut up and sell local Pineapples for your hotel which which were also great. Easy free parking in the dirt lot. Stop here to bring Pineapples back home with an easy to carry box or buy pre-cut local Pineapples for your hotel room.

Hawaii Costcos are the best! This location has everything you need for a week at the beach, from…read morethe bathing suit you forgot at home, sunscreen, boogie boards, and tasty treats and snacks for your stay, plus macadamia nuts to take home. The sushi is outstanding. The combination of salmon, ahi, and marlin is phenomenal, the fish is extremely fresh, and the rice is nicely seasoned. Skip the mayo heavy spicy tuna poke, though. Service is great, lines are efficient, prices are very reasonable. Gas is easy to get before you return your rental car. It's great all around!

It was our last day in Kauai, and didn't want to spend our time at the airport, waiting for our…read moreredeye flight. So decided to go to Costco to see if their optical department could tighten my Costco glasses before heading back to the mainland. The optical department closes earlier than the store itself, so we ended up wandering around. We intentionally went there on the last day after our luggage had been packed, thinking it would prevent us from buying things to bring back. But there were two things that we don't see on the mainland, that were of good price: 1.5 Coffee beans from Molokai Estate Coffee (100% from Molokai, and which my wife confirmed later was very good) and a Ube cream Liquor from the Philippines, that went great with the said coffee. Both fit in our checked bags and made it home safe. It wasn't too crowded because it was close to closing and was of large size, including self checkout lanes. Another good visit to Costco.

The only store that I know of on Kauai that is open 24/7, best days to shop here is on Wednesdays…read moreif you're looking for re-stocked items & on Fridays where they have selected items for $5

Should have done more research before coming here…read more Grocery poke is surprisingly good in Hawaii, so tried to find the nearest supermarket near our hotel in Kauai. Our lunch on Day 3 had been a bust, so decided to eat in more and get needed supplies. I knew that Safeway was affiliated with Albertson's, which I THOUGHT owned Foodland (which has great poke)...so came here and bought other stuff (cause we were already there). Later found out that my assumption was incorrect. The employees here are tired of tourists, I think. The woman at the seafood counter (which has a small poke section), acted like she was doing me a favor when I asked for the rest of the fresh hawaiian style poke. When I asked how good the from-frozen ahi poke was, she mumbled something unintelligible. Cashiers don't have to be friendly but should be at least respectful, and appear as if trying The lane was open, so it wasn't too busy. She barely acknowledged us but did scan each item without being asked (and we were self self bagging). But then there was a pause to push the process to start the payment process. Then another long pause after I had entered my credit card. Then another pause to print receipt. Then finally after printing, she grabbed the receipt without looking at it and just stuck out her hand AT me to grab without looking at me. The last two actions were happening while she was having a funny (to her) conversation with a co-worker. Not good when two employees together are acting like this without shame. A part of me wanted to lightly slap her receipt-holding hand and tell her "Didn't your mama teach you manners?". Purchases: -- 2 bagels ($1.19 each) -- small Lucerne milk ($2.89) -- small cream cheese ($5.99) -- fresh (not frozen) ahi tuna ($29.99 per pound, paying $21.29). -- six pack can of Maui Brew Mango Beer ($14.99 with Dep fee of $0.30 -- PB Blondie Bestie ice cream from Ben and Jerry, pint for $4.99 (normally $8.99 but on sale so very good price...needed to download the Safeway app since my Von's or Albertson's card doesn't work...had good free wi-fi in store).

As you drive towards Wailua Falls, you will see Wirat Family Farm on the side where you can get…read morefreshly blended smoothies. They offer the white pineapples, which are a dream!! I also had a papaya/white pineapple smoothie and also a ginger sugarcane juice. The hubs absolutely loved his white pineappple smoothie and I loved both my smoothie and juice. It's definitely a treat that is well worth the stop!

Small little stand along the wrong. If you find this place then you already won the lotto. It is…read morethat good! Went off a recommendation from our tour and it did not disappoint. I would drink their smoothies for life if I could. It is so good. I got the watermelon x sugar loaf aka white pineapple and it was 100000/10. My husband got the mango x white pineapple and he gave it the same out of this world review. Lets just say we both disnt want to share our drinks cause it was that good. Being cash. Its always best but if not they have a QR code for a payment. Dont sleep on this place. A must try!!!!

Sorry no pictures. I was so excited to find The Slow Island Provisions store and factory in the…read moreHarbor Mall. After having Kind Koffee the day before, I had to check out the place. They sell a variety of Slow Island Provisions products like the coffee syrup, syrups for cold drinks and toppings, curry paste, elixirs, & salt seasoning. The friendly master chef happened to be there and offered taste samples. The shop is tucked in the back right corner on the first floor of the mall

While on vacation for a week I stopped by the Harbor Mall in Nawiliwili, Kauai to explore the area…read moreand found the best hot sauce I've ever tasted! I walked into this small shop to find a very friendly atmosphere with the clerk explaining how the shop started its journey. At first I was not interested in buying anything there, until I saw the hot sauce. Thankfully the clerk/cashier offered a free sample of the hot sauce while explaining how it was made and who the chef was. I was impressed with the flavor and texture of this amazing Hawaiian sauce! The soy sauce tasted incredible as well! The twist this chef puts on regular every day sauces is incredible. It's delicious. Imagine tasting a hot sauce without a chip or cracker, just the sauce, and enjoying every bite. You can't do that with regular hot sauce! The store itself is more like a small town shop, clean and neat, fully stocked and decorated to match their product line. I left the store without buying. Three days later I went back and purchased 3 bottles of hot sauce for the flight home! I've used it on every dish I've made this week! It's delicious!