Duke's Kauai Menu (2025 Update)
Welcome to Duke's Kauai, a culinary gem located in Lihue, Hawaii, where every meal offers a taste of island paradise. Nestled along the scenic coastline, this vibrant eatery boasts mesmerizing views and a delightful menu that captures the essence of Hawaiian flavors.
- Pupus: Start with unique appetizers like the Crab & Macadamia Nut Wontons or Crispy Coconut Shrimp, complemented by local sauces that awaken your taste buds.
- Main Courses: Indulge in the Duke's Glazed Lobster Tail or savor the Prime Rib while enjoying the expansive salad bar featuring fresh, local ingredients.
- Signature Desserts: Don’t miss their famous Hula Pie—a perfect way to wrap up your meal.
With excellent options for both meat lovers and vegans, Duke's Kauai promises a dining experience that is as memorable as its stunning surroundings.
Pupus
Panko Crusted Calamari
guava cocktail sauce, meyer lemon remoulade
Poke Tacos*
fresh raw ahi, shoyu, maui onions, chili flake, avocado, wasabi aioli
Korean Sticky Ribs
crispy compart family farms duroc pork ribs, spicy gochujang glaze, fresh herbs, lime
Macadamia Nut Hummus
hawaii grown mac nuts, seasonal vegetables, lemon evoo, herb flatbread, sumac
Crab & Macadamia Nut Wontons
crab meat, cream cheese, mac nuts, mustard-plum sauce
Ahi Sashimi*
local line caught ahi, cabbage, pickled ginger, wasabi, shoyu
Crispy Coconut Shrimp
lilikoi chili water, pickled cucumbers
Baked "Duke's Fish"
garlic, lemon & sweet basil glaze, tomato gastrique, herbed jasmine rice
Roasted Tristan Lobster
two tristan da cunha tails, roasted with a basil garlic glaze, herbed jasmine rice, butter & lemon
Furikake Ahi Steak*
seared sashimi grade ahi, chili oil, truffle unagi, peanut oil, shiitake mushrooms, black bean bok choy, coconut lychee rice, cucumber namasu
Coconut Ginger Braised Seafood
tristan lobster, shrimp, fresh island fish, coconut ginger broth, mushrooms, spinach, coconut lychee rice
Swimmers
Duke's Favorites
Sauteed Mac Nut & Herb Crusted Fresh Fish
parmesan & panko dusted, lemon caper butter, herbed jasmine rice
Greater Omaha's Angus Prime Rib* (While It Lasts)
greater omaha's angus beef, slow roasted, hand carved, mashed potatoes, au jus
Filet Mignon*
greater omaha's corn fed angus beef, dijon rubbed, maui onion jam, watercress sauce, creamed corn, mashed yukon gold potatoes
Wild Mushroom & Spinach Ravioli
vegan ravioli, coconut ginger broth, roasted sweet potatoes, locally sourced vegetables
Duke's Cheeseburger*
local medeiros farms grass fed beef, aged cheddar, shredded iceberg, tomatoes, onion, island dressing, brioche bun, fries; beyond burger and gluten free bun available
Rib & Chicken Plate
compart family farms pork ribs, mango bbq sauce, all natural huli huli chicken, macaroni salad, steamed rice, pickled cucumbers
Teriyaki Sirloin*
brandt farms all natural usda prime beef, soy-brown sugar marinade, mashed yukon gold potatoes, pineapple gremolata
Mainlanders
Take It Surfing
Coconut Shrimp
Duke's Glazed 1/4 lb. Tristan Lobster Tail
Add Duke's Famous Salad Bar to Your Main Course
a bountiful selection of fresh locally grown vegetables, ancient grains, pasta, garden salads, fresh fruit, and warm breads
Featured Item
Dessert
Kimo's Original Hula Pie
chocolate cookie crust, macadamia nut ice cream, hot fudge, toasted mac nuts, whipped cream
Twisted Hula Pie
a twist on the classic
Pono Pie
locally made with "ulu", toasted coconut, mac nuts, honey; choice of lilikoi or chocolate
Taco - Tuesday
11am - 4pm barefoot bar. Join us in the barefoot bar for two tacos, your choice of fresh fish, all natural chicken or kalua pork
Burger & Beer - Thursday
All day barefoot bar. Specialty burgers & beer
Sunday - Brunch
9am - 12pm dining room. Eggs benedict, banana mac nut pancakes, chilled seafood bar, prime rib carving station, fresh fish, huli chicken, and more; 7 mimosas
Surf & Turf - Sunday
4:15pm - close dining room. Seafood and steak combinations all night in the dining room
Island Nights
Beers on Tap
Duke's Blonde Kona Brewing Big Island
Kona Longboard Lager Kona Brewing Big Island
Lavaman Red Ale Kona Brewing Big Island
Fire Rock Pale Ale Kona Brewing Big Island
Gold Cliff IPA Kona Brewing Big Island
Estrella Jalisco Guadalajara Mexico
Coors Light Coors Brewing Golden, CO
Michelob Ultra Michelob Brewing St. Louis
Hazy Little Thing Sierra Nevada Chico
Voodoo Ranger IPA New Belgium Colorado
Sparkling Hawaiian Rum Cocktail Koloa Rum Co. Kauai
Maui Hard Seltzer Maui Brewing Co. Kihei, Maui
Hard Kombucha June Shine San Diego, CA
Non-Alcoholic IPA or Golden Ale Athletic Brewing Co. San Diego, CA
Canned
Cocktails
Duke's Mai Tai
our signature cocktail made with aloha, fresh hawaiian juices with two types of rum
Kalapaki Mai Tai
local award-winning koloa kauai spice, coconut & dark rums, fresh squeezed passion & pineapple juice
La Pina
taste the real hawaii, sip out of a locally grown pineapple & enjoy a refreshing blend of fresh pineapple, coconut cream & hana bay gold rum with a dark rum float
Guava Daiquiri
served up, koloa kauai white rum, elderflower liqueur, guava puree, & fresh lime juice
El Patron 'Da Original'
refreshing patron silver margarita, shaken with freshly squeezed lime juice & cointreau
Lavender Yuzu Lemonade
a refreshing cocktail with hangar 1 buddha's hand citron vodka, yuzu sake, lavender syrup, fresh lime juice, topped off with club soda
Coco Espresso Martini
ketel one vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, coconut syrup
Sunset Spritz
ketel one vodka, aperol, hibiscus syrup, sparkling wine, grapefruit
"Mo Bettah" Slushie
100% hawaii grown fruit juice slushie with your choice of vodka, tequila, or rum; take the coconut cup with you when you're pau
The Volcano
the dormant cousin of our lava flow
Tropical Slushie
hawaii grown local fruit juice slushie
Ginger Punch Mocktail
ginger beer, fresh pog, lemon
Zero Proof
Wines by the Glass
Poema Brut Cava, Spain
Lokelani Sparkling Rose Maui
La Fiera Pinot Grigio Della Venezia, Italy
Selbach 'Ahi' Riesling Mosel, Germany
Mohua Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough, NZ
Morgan Sauvignon Blanc Arroyo Seco
Chamisal Chardonnay San Luis Obispo Coast
we use keg wine for freshness & reduced carbon footprint
Tyler Chardonnay Santa Barbara County
Jordan Chardonnay Russian River Valley
Mont Gravet Rose of Cinsault Pays d'Oc, France
we use keg wine for freshness & reduced carbon footprint
Stolpman 'Love You Bunches' Rose of GSM Santa Barbara
Head High Pinot Noir Sonoma County
Argyle 'Bloom House' Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
Tentadora Malbec Salta, Argentina
we use keg wine for freshness & reduced carbon footprint
Robert Hall Merlot Paso Robles
we use keg wine for freshness & reduced carbon footprint