Need to fuel up before a long day of exploring the beauty of the Garden Isle? After all, breakfast is the most important meal of the day! Here are our favorite breakfast spots near and around Princeville, Hanalei, and Kilauea
But wait, there’s more. We’re here to help demystify some of the unusual words you might see on menus like furikake, laulau and lilikoi — and explain which meat is being served and why. And possibly most importantly of all, provide the fun facts on the origins of local dishes.
Hanalei Bread Company
5-5161 Kuhio Hwy. #4, Hanalei
808.826.6717
Located in the heart of Hanalei, this organic bakery and coffeehouse is locally owned and operated. There’s a scrumptious selection of breakfast toasts, bowls and smoothies. Breakfast is served all day to enjoy on the lanai. Hanalei Bread Co is open daily 7am to 12:30pm.
Kilauea Bakery & Pizza
2484 Keneke St., Kilauea
808.828.2020
If you’re craving something sweet and savory, this popular bakery is your best bet for breakfast. Kilauea’s breads and buns are freshly baked. Have a hot cup of joe and the breakfast stromboli before your morning nap on the beach. Open daily 6am to 8pm.
Wishing Well
5-5080 Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei
808.639.7828
A Hanalei favorite for traditional shave ice since 1983, Wishing Well has since expanded its menu, making it a match for any craving. Stop by for a morning coffee as early as 6:30am, or sit down at a picnic table beneath hand-painted signs for a freshly-made acai bowl or smoothie that tastes even better than it looks. And it’s never too early for shave ice! Wishing Well is also committed to sustainability, serving up delicious organic, seasonal options all without single-use plastics. Open 6:30am to 5pm daily
1 Kitchen
5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville
808.977.1155
At 1 Kitchen, indulge in a hyper-local, sustainable menu sourced from Kauai’s land and waters. With a focus on seasonality and ethical sourcing, Executive Chef Mel Fogat aims to honor Kauai farming and fishing. Found within the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, 1 Kitchen offers a stunning view of mountains and the bay itself as you dine. Order a la carte or choose their signature breakfast buffet for a balance of sweet and savory options, Hanalei Coffee Roasters coffee, and a choice of fresh juice. Open for breakfast 7am to 11am.
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