Whalers General Store

So happy this store is open and well stocked post Hurricane Lowell...not the biggest but certainly…read moreone of the best I've been to. Da best poke, da best baked goods ( Ube butter Moche), and even the impossible to find King's Hawaiian Ube coconut sweet rolls I've been on the hunt for this past year!! Some good and inexpensive touristy items, and excellent customer service ( mahalo Auntie Donna!!)

Great spot to pick up food if you're staying in the Princeville area. They have plenty of hot food…read moreand poki . We tried a few items and it all tasted really good and priced well. Great service from the food area and cashier.The store is clean and well organized.

Poke counter in the back right of the store

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Inside view

Safeway

3.4(131 reviews)

5.7 mi

I visited Safeway in Kapaʻa, Kauaʻi, Hawaii [4-831 Kuhio Hwy] on Thursday, 01/22/26 around 11:30…read moreAM. This location offered a wide variety of food options, including ready-made meals, hot foods, deli selections, and more, making it a convenient stop for quick bites or grocery shopping. What stood out most was the handcrafted sushi selection from Zenshi. There was an impressive variety of rolls to choose from, including California Rolls, Spicy California Rolls, Crunchy Rolls, Rainbow Rolls, Crunchy Shrimp Tempura Rolls, and Seaside Combos. They also offered additional items like Summer Rolls, Big Wave Poke Bowls, Spam Norimaki, and Calamari Salad, which added to the overall selection. I decided to try two Rainbow Rolls. The quality of the sushi was decent; not bad, but not particularly outstanding either. The taste was tolerable enough, especially considering the fairly reasonable price point. Overall, Safeway provides standard food offerings for customers and gets the job done. Clean grocery store and well-stocked along with plenty of parking and friendly associates.

Can you fix the carts I had to find some olive oil spray the wheels all the carts are loud and…read moreannoying here !!

Poke

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Lots of prepared meats and seafood

Kauai sugarloaf pineapple

4.9(44 reviews)

0.2 mi

Hands down the BEST pineapple I've ever tasted! No competition…read more The tour at Hole in the Mountain Farm ended up being the highlight of our entire trip. It was interactive, educational, and delicious. We loved sampling everything the farm had to offer; fresh white pineapple, dried pineapple, pineapple juice, and freshly made pineapple soft serve. We weren't sick of it when we left, we honestly wanted more. I cannot recommend this tour enough! Big fan of Sugarloaf Pineapple and I wish them all the best.

Tours are given on Thursdays, so you need to plan in advance with reservations. The tour is…read moreeducational & entertaining & would be appropriate for children. It is a walking tour on level ground. Pace is slow since they stop to explain different stages of planting & picking. As part of the tour, you get to plant a pineapple as well as pick one to take home. Also, you taste freshly cut pineapple, pineapple juice, dehydrated pineapple & a refreshing pineapple "icee"" made totally of pineapple. Tour takes about 2 hours & is well worth the time & money. What's extra special is the sugarloaf pineapples are sweeter & lower acid than you buy in the grocery store. We also bought 2 large pineapples to share with family in the coming week. You can also carry them home as long as you declare them at agricultural check in at airport. Also, they fed-ex pineapples if you go to their website.

Row of pineapple plants

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Costco

4.2(377 reviews)

13.0 mi

Costco tire center guy was super super sweet!!! He helped me take the tire in and out of my truck…read morewithout asking! Super sweet and made my day

Love Costco and this has sushi. So many unique things to the island. Coffee. Alcohol…read more Pricing is really good. Just like the mainland.

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Tire center parking

Big Save Market - Kapaa

3.8(38 reviews)

5.3 mi

Local market with a lot of cheap produce and better prices than Princeville or hanalei grocery…read morestores. If you are on the island do not hesitate to come here! No kamaaina or maikai discounts but the prices were the best we've seen (besides Cotsco). Nothing fancy here but the value is unbeatable and the people are friendly.

We stopped here by since it was closer to where we were staying. Even though this was our third…read moretrip to the island, it was our first time visiting Big Save. The Filipino section was a pleasant surprise! We picked up some longanisa and tocino for breakfast, plus a few snacks to take back. We'll definitely be stopping in again on our next trip.

Melted Seal

29 ounces of this oil cost $22.99

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Some of my Filipino favorites

Walmart

3.1(171 reviews)

11.7 mi

The only Walmart on Kaua'i and I've been here a few other times in the past. It has pretty much…read moreeverything essential that you would need at pretty reasonable prices. Their groceries can be cheaper than the other supermarkets like Foodland, Times, Big Save, and Safeway. There is plenty of parking and it wasn't too crowded when visiting last time.

I purchase a baby Einstein product at $45 at Walmart. Same week saw item at Target for $35.99…read more Today- July 25, Walmart refuses to give price adjustment on an item purchased within return policy because it was said to me by sales associate " we have to pay shipping"- we who? The company or the customer; well did Target pay the $10 shipping. So I could then use $10 in gas driving back to get the item , return it to Walmart promptly and purchase what I desired at Target. I'm not pushing to promote Target, but yet buyers compare shop before on line or store ( I like stores) purchases. Buyers beware: Wal-mart has raised its prices on majority - 90% of their products sold by as much as 45% since in less than 8 months .

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How to get to Walmart - on E-bikes

Kilauea Market + Cafe

4.3(186 reviews)

7.6 mi

This store is in a shopping center. We happened to be in the area after trying some poke from…read moreacross the street. As I was still hungry, I was looking for something else to eat. I was surprised to find so many grab and go meals. I opted for the sushi. I will say that it tasted really good for being in a supermarket. The store is very clean and organized. Well lit with many different items from groceries, a deli, and gift items. The employees by the self checkout was really helpful and welcoming.

Huge selection of food, handmade, soaps, books, plants, and liquor section…read more Lots of prepared food to go, including butter mochi, poke, and fresh fruit. Employee could've at least smiled and shown some Aloha, otherwise a 5 star review.

Close up of spicy ahi tuna with seaweed salad and edamame

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Produce department

Island Country Markets

4.1(202 reviews)

6.3 mi

Previously stopped by to grab lunch shortly after landing in Kauai. Really great hot bar options,…read moreand it came out fast!

Such a convenient store. Our hotel is nearby and everyday we would come here to grab snacks…read more Hot Food- affordable if you're not in the mood to spend a lot compared to going out to the restaurant. Selection is decent. We had sliced pies for dessert and it's very good. Depending on the time of the day the line can be long. A lot of tourists since they are right next to hotels. And inside Coconut Market Place which is popular in Kuhio Hwy. Few sets of tables and chairs if you want to chill while eating the food you grab from the market. This place became our go to every single day. And I bought most of our souvenirs.

Menu as of March 2025

Loco moco with rice and corned beef hash with country potatoes. Breakfast, visit #3 & getting our loco moco fix ^_^.

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Island Gourmet Coffee menu on 3/08/26

Papaya's Natural Foods

4.4(243 reviews)

5.6 mi

Excellent quality supplement and vitamin selection. They also have a great selection of organic…read morefruits, veggies, and other grocery supplies. I was shocked at how large the building is once you get inside and how well stocked it was with absolutely everything a Whole Foods or natural grocers would have.

Such a fun little grocery store -- tons of cute, unique stuff and super easy to get lost in. Love…read moretheir local products, and when they have fresh local mangoes, don't even think twice, and don't look at the price tag, grab them!

Tea selection!

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The essentials honey, sauces,chocolates

Healthy Hut Market and Cafe

3.8(108 reviews)

7.2 mi

My favorite place for groceries and little niche products. I feel like they are very intentional…read moreabout everything and I appreciate that. The salad bar and prepared food is frequently delicious and I usually stop in at least once a day for coffee or a snack. Sometimes the coffee isn't filled during peak morning hours so that could use some attention.

Everyone is very kind that works there. They carry many hard to find products. I hear great things…read moreabout their house curated lunches but as of yet not tried. They source their produce locally which I very much appreciate. It's also nice that when I go I usually run into a friend. Cool spot.

Outside

Açaí with local fruit

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Picnic area out back

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