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Mahalo, Kaua‘i, for allowing us to care for you Wilcox Medical Center is proud to be Kaua‘i’s Primary Stroke Center and first American College of Surgeons-verified Level III Trauma Center in the state of Hawai‘i. When it comes to stroke, every minute matters. If you or someone you’re with experiences face drooping, arm weakness or difficulty speaking, call 911 immediately. Getting treatment as soon as possible greatly increases the chance of survival and rehabilitation.
To learn more, visit WilcoxHealth.org.
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Otsuka’s 2018 Best of Best Award MAHALO!
4-1624 Kuhio Highway, Kapaa, Kauai
808-822-7766 Hours: Tues-Sat 9:00am-5:30pm
Furniture that brings you home... each & every day!* *Complimentary design service available
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KAUA‘I AWARDS THE GARDEN ISLAND B E ST O F KAUA‘ I COMPANIES Attorney ...............................................8 Auto Dealership (New) ....................8 Auto Dealership (Used) ...................8 Bank ........................................................8 Credit Union ........................................10 Fitness Center/Gym ..........................10 Hospital Or Medical Center ............10 Insurance Agent .................................10 Insurance Company ..........................12 Mortgage Company ..........................12 Real Estate Company .......................12 Realtor ....................................................12 School .....................................................14 Solar Company ...................................14 Tattoo Shop ..........................................14 Wireless Company .............................14
FOOD & DINING Bakery ....................................................16 BBQ .........................................................16 Breakfast ...............................................16 Buffet ......................................................16 Burger .....................................................18 Chinese Food .......................................18 Coffee Shop .........................................18 East-Side Restaurant ........................18 Family Dining .......................................20 Fast Food ..............................................20 Filipino Food ........................................20 Food Truck............................................20 Hawaiian Food ....................................22 Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt ...............22 Italian Food ..........................................22
Japanese Food....................................22 Juice Bar/Acai Bowls ........................24 Malasadas..............................................24 Mexican Food ......................................24 North-Side Restaurant .....................24 Pizza ........................................................26 Plate Lunch ...........................................26 Poke ........................................................26 Pupus ......................................................26 Restaurant.............................................28 Sandwich/Deli .....................................28 Seafood..................................................28 Shave Ice ...............................................28 South-Side Restaurant .....................30 Sports Bar .............................................30 Steak .......................................................30 Sunday Brunch ....................................30 Sushi ........................................................32 West-Side Restaurant.......................32
HEALTH & BEAUTY Chiropractor .........................................32 Dentist ....................................................32 Hair Salon ..............................................34 Nail Salon ..............................................34 Optometrist ..........................................34 Physician................................................34 Spa ...........................................................36
ACTIVITIES Bar............................................................36 Boat Tour ...............................................38 Farm ........................................................38 Farmer’s Market ..................................38 Golf Course...........................................38 Happy Hour ..........................................40
Helicopter Tours .................................40 Hotel Resort .........................................40 Live Music .............................................40 Local Event ...........................................41 Luau.........................................................41 Place To Dance ....................................41
RETAIL Auto Parts Store .................................42 Dive Shop ..............................................42 Drugstore/Pharmacy ........................42 Fashion Boutique ...............................42 Florist ......................................................43 Furniture Store ....................................43 Grocery Store Chain..........................43 Health Food Store..............................43 Jewelry ...................................................44 Kauai-Made Product .........................44 Kauai-Owned Grocery Store..........46 Lumber Supplier .................................46 Music Store ...........................................46 Shopping Center ................................46 Surf Shop ..............................................47 Tire Store ...............................................47
SERVICE & REPAIR Auto Detailer .......................................48 Auto Repair ..........................................48 Computer Repair ................................48 Contractor.............................................48 Extermination Service ......................49 Landscaping.........................................49 Oil Change ............................................50 Pet Grooming/Boarding ..................50 Veterinarian ..........................................50
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INTRODUCTION The votes have been tallied and the results are in: Kauai’s residents have chosen their best-loved food and dining spots, businesses, health and beauty services, retail outlets and activities for the Best of Kaua‘i 2018 awards. We invite you to peruse this special 52-page section dedicated to this year’s 94 category winners and their runners up, the majority of whom are household names on the Garden Isle. A big mahalo goes out to our dedicated readers, who thoughtfully considered the many qualified candidates and selected this year’s “best.” The final results are something we can all be proud of. Truly, this year’s winners represent all that is no ka oi about Kaua‘i!
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THE STAFF PRESIDENT Dennis Francis CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER J. David Kennedy VICE PRESIDENT/REGIONAL SALES Jay Higa VICE PRESIDENT/CIRCULATION Aaron J. Kotarek EDITOR Bill Buley
Mahalo KauaI for your support the past 100 years! In the heart of Koloa
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821-9564 Kaua'i’s
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Lic. GENERAL CONTRACTOR (BC-31122) | Lic. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR (BC-31122) | Lic. ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (PE-13970)
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BEST OF THE BEST
Attorney
N FIRST PLACE N
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Auto Dealership (New)
N FIRST PLACE N
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Auto Dealership (Used)
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Bank
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Sherman Shiraishi
King Auto Center
Ohana Motors
Bank of Hawaii
2403 Ulu Maika St., Lihue (808) 245-3361
4330 Kukui Grove St., Lihue (808) 245-4788
2391 Ulu Maika St., Lihue HI. (808) 245-4003
5 Locations Kauai boh.com
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Kai Lawrence
Kuhio Auto Group
King Auto Center
First Hawaiian Bank
2959 Umi St. #203, Lihue (808) 346-3239
3 Locations (808) 245-6731
4330 Kukui Grove St., Lihue (808) 245-4788
5 locations on Kauai fhb.com/yes
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Nancy J. Budd
Servco Auto Kauai
Servco Auto Kauai
American Savings Bank
4374 Kukui Grove St. #103, Lihue (808) 245-5343
2477 Ulu Maika St., Lihue (877) 551-9209
2477 Ulu Maika St., Lihue (877) 551-9209
3 Location on Kauai asbhawaii.com
Kaua‘i
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Kapa‘a 4-771 Kuhio Highway 808-822-7290 Drive Through Open 24 Hours Eleele Shopping Center 4469 Waialo Road 808-335-0301 5am-1am Lihue 3-3113 Kuhio Highway 808-245-6123 Drive Through Open 24 Hours Walmart 3-3300 Kuhio Highway 808-245-8617 Frappe and Smoothie not sold 6am-11pm at this location
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GRAND G R A N D H YAT T K A U A I R E S O R T & S PA —
We’re honored that you love us for Getaways and Spa Days, Cocktails and Feasts. We look forward to your next staycation and spa indulgence. Join us for dinner at Stevenson’s for sushi and spirits, Dondero’s for fresh Italian and Tidepools for a taste of the island. Remember, kamaaina receive 15% off treatments at Anara Spa and food at Stevenson’s, and great golf rates too! Plan your getaway today, call 808.742.1234 or visit grandhyattkauai.com.
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Credit Union
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Fitness Center/Gym
Voted Best North Shore Restaurant and Place for Live Music
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Gather Federal Credit Union
Kauai Athletic Club
5 Locations gatherfcu.org
2 Locations kauaiathleticclub.com
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Garden Island FCU
Au’rai Fitness
2 Locations gardenislandfcu.com
3-3100 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue auraifitness.com
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Kauai Gov’t Employees FCU
Kauai CrossFit
2976 Ewalu St., Lihue kgefcu.org
4031 Halau St., Lihue mail@crossfit.com
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Insurance Agent
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Wilcox Hospital
Skip Koenig
3-3420 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue (808) 245-1100
4491 Kolopa St., Lihue (808) 632-0406
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Kuhio Medical Center
Darrellyn Lemke
3-3295 Kuhio Hwy., #203 (808) 245-8874
4-1593 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-7335
N THIRD PLACE N
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Kauai Medical Center
Wayne Medeiros
3420 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue (808) 245-1500
4405 Kukui Grove St. #102, Lihue (808) 245-4624
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Mahalo Kauai for voting us the Best!
TIRE WAREHOUSE KAUAI Serving Kauai for 44 years!
Kaua‘i
BEST TIRE STORE
245-6754 • tirewarehousekauai.com Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 8am-5pm • Wed & Sat 8am-1pm 3028 Aukele St, Lihue • Industrial Park II
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Insurance Company
10 Mortgage Company BEST OF THE BEST
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Real Estate Company
12 Realtor
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Bank of Hawaii
Kauai Realty Co.
Jesse Fukushima
5 Locations on Kauai boh.com
2403 Ulu Maika St., Lihue (808) 245-1651
Kauai Realty (808) 482-0325
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
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Mokihana Insurance
Wells Fargo
RE/MAX Kauai
Mark Tanaka
4393 Kukui Grove St. #102, Lihue (808) 245-9573
4365 Kukui Grove St. Suite 101 (808) 246-8877
4 locations on Kauai remaxkauai.com
Kauai Realty (808) 639-0367
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
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Pyramid Insurance
First Hawaiian Bank
Makai Properties
Moksha McClure
2 Locations (808) 245-4624 • (808) 632-0406
5 locations on Kauai fhb.com/yes
1941 B Poipu Rd. (808)742-7561
Oceanfront Sotheby’s (808) 652-7387
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
State Farm Insurance 4 Locations statefarm.com
A grateful mahalo! Congratulations to Drs. Michael Braun, Paul Esaki, and Liliane Kheng for being voted Best of the Best physicians on Kaua‘i. We appreciate their dedication to our community and helping us to create a healthier Hawai‘i.
To learn more, visit WilcoxHealth.org.
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When we gather, we grow. It is you —our island community, that makes us who we are today.
Mahalo Kaua‘i.
Kaua‘i gatherfcu.org
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13 School
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14 Solar Company
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Island School
Nathan Wood General Contractor
3-1875 Kaumualii Hwy., Kauai ischool.org N SECOND PLACE N
Kauai High School 3577 Lala Rd., Lihue kauaihigh.org N THIRD PLACE N
Kapaa High School 4695 Mailihuna Rd., Kapaa (808) 821-4400
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BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
TATTOO SHOP N FIRST PLACE N
Farsyde Tattoo
179 Wailua Rd., Kapaa • (808) 821-9564
Puhi Industrial (808) 742-8888
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Haleakala Solar
Blue Wave Tattoo
Kukui Grove Shopping Center haleakalasolar.com
3501 Rice St. #2019, Lihue (808) 639-8123
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Solar Engineering 3937 Aka Rd., Lawai (808) 482-1565
Little Tsunami 4-1378 Kuhio Hwy. #202, Kapaa (808) 822-9112
16 Wireless Company BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
Verizon Over 20 Locations Statewide verizonwireless.com N SECOND PLACE N
AT&T 14 Locations Statewide att.com N THIRD PLACE N
Spectrum 2956 Aukele St., Lihue (888) 406-7063
Dedicated to Safety and Quality Since 1962 • The ORIGINATOR of Helicopter Tours on Kauai
HUGHES 500s
EUROCOPTER ASTAR
• Comfortable four-passenger and six-passenger seating • Flown with the DOORS OFF!
• Spacious six passenger seating • Air-conditioned • Huge windows for excellent viewing!
Kaua‘i
www.helicopters-kauai.com 4231 Ahukini Road, Lihue HI 96766
Multi-Year Winner
Thank You for voting Jack Harter Helicopters one of Kauai’s Best Helicopter Tours in 2018!
808-245-3774
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Mahalo Hawaii for voting
BEST PHARMACY Kaua‘i
With 70 Pharmacy locations statewide our friendly staff and knowledgeable pharmacists are here to “help you on your path to better health.” Flu Season is here so let our pharmacists protect you with a Flu Shot, Influenza, Pneumoccocal or other vaccinations. We also offer smoking cessation services, and patient counseling to help you manage your medications to maintain a healthy life.
Make Longs a Part of Your Day
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17 Bakery
BEST OF THE BEST
18 BBQ
BEST OF THE BEST
19 Breakfast
BEST OF THE BEST
20 Buffet
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
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Kauai Bakery
Garden Island BBQ
Tip Top Café & Bakery
Naupaka Terrace
3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue
4252 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-8868
3173 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 245-2333
4331 Kauai Beach Dr., Lihue (808) 245-1955
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Korean BBQ
Kountry Kitchen
Ilima Terrace
4-356 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 823-6744
4-1485 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3511
1571 Poipu Rd., Koloa (808) 240-6456
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Chicken In A Barrel
Kalaheo Café & Coffee Co.
Kauai Marriott Kukui’s
Hanalei, Kapaa, Waimea chickeninabarrel.com
2-2560 Kaumualii Hwy., Kalaheo (808) 332-5858
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-5050
N SECOND PLACE N
Aloha Sweet Delights 12550 Kaumualii Hwy. (808) 335-3178 N THIRD PLACE N
Hanalima Bakery 4495 Puhi Rd., Lihue (808) 246-8816
N FIRST PLACE N
Mahalo to our Golfers for Voting!
Thank you Kauai for your support! Serving Kauai since 1967 • Electrical System • Brake Service • Cooling & AC • Steering & Suspension • Tune-Up • Safety Inspection
GARY’S SERVICE, INC. 4469 Kolopa Street • Lihue
245-2221 License No. RD-1908
Kaua‘i
Kaua‘ i Best Auto Repair
Voted 2018 Best Golf Course! We truly appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to seeing you on the course and dining in Ho‘okipa Cafe.
Serving Home-Style Breakfast, Lunch, Appetizers & Specialty Drinks! Open for Breakfast, Lunch & Pupus from 7am - Sunset 4150 Nuhou Street | Lihue, Hawaii 96766 | 808.245.8756 | puakeagolf.com
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Kauai for inspiring us to be better every day. Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i
Best Bank
Bestt M B Mortgage t
Being named Kauai’s Best Bank and Best Mortgage of 2018 would mean nothing without you and the best employees. With our team of experts, we will continue to work hard to earn this honor every day. Ian Emberson
Exec. Loan Officer, AVP NMLS ID# 609907 Phone: 855-2702 Cell: 652-4740 Ian.Emberson@boh.com
Lorene Tupuola
Mortgage Sales Specialist NMLS ID# 609939 Phone: 855-2701 Lorene.Tupuola@boh.com
For more information, call one of our Loan Officers today or visit us at boh.com/mortgages.
Equal Housing Lender Member FDIC ©2018 Bank of Hawaii † #1 Residential Lender ranking is for total number of residential loans and total dollars made by a lender in the State of Hawaii in 2017.
Information complied by Title Guaranty derived from Hawaii Bureau of Conveyances tax data recorded information for 2017. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
In total dollars and number of loans made in the State of Hawaii.†
boh.com
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21 Burger
BEST OF THE BEST
22 Chinese Food
23 Coffee Shop
BEST OF THE BEST
✮ FIRST PLACE ✮
✮ FIRST PLACE ✮
BEST OF THE BEST
24 East-Side Restaurant BEST OF THE BEST
✮ FIRST PLACE ✮
✮ FIRST PLACE ✮
Street Burger
Garden Island BBQ
Java Kai
Bull Shed Restaurant
4-369 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa streetburgerkauai.com
4252 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-8868
4-1384 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa Javakai.com
796 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3791
✮ SECOND PLACE ✮
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Sueoka’s Snack Shop
Wong’s Restaurant
Starbucks
Hukilau Lanai
5392 Koloa Rd., Koloa (808) 742-1112
1-3543 Kaumualii Hwy. (808) 335-5066
5 Locations starbucks.com
520 Aleka Loop, Kapaa (808) 822-0600
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
Duane’s Ono-Char
Super No. 1
Kalaheo Café & Coffee Co.
Restaurant Kintaro
4-4350 Kuhio Hwy., Anahola (808) 822-9181
4-361 Kuhio Hwy. (808) 823-1268
2-2560 Kaumualii Hwy., Kalaheo (808) 332-5858
4-370 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3341
Voted Kauai’s Best Steakhouse since 2009
Mahalo for voting us #1 East Side Restaurant, #1 Steak and one of the Best Restaurants on Kauai
Kaua‘i Reservations taken for parties of (6) or more Open 7 nights a week
808-822-3791
Located in the Mokihana Resort 4-796 Kuhio Highway www.bullshedrestaurant.com
LIVE MUSIC EVERY NIGHT
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PS&D NAPA AUTO PARTS
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for voting us the Best Automotive Parts Dealers on Kauai
Kalaheo
Kaua‘i
We appreciate all the support that our customers have given us.
PS & D- NA PA AU TO PA RT S 2- 24 95 Ka um ua lii Hw y, Ka la he o, HI 96 74 1 (8 08 ) 33 2- 85 32
FIRST IN SERVICE & SUPPORT
MAHALO!
PS&D TIRES Kaua‘i
245-9502 4004 rice street, lihue
www.psdtires.com m-f 7:30-4:00 • sat 8:00-12:00
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25 Family Dining
BEST OF THE BEST
26 Fast Food
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Tip Top Café & Bakery 3173 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 245-2333
27 Filipino Food
28 Food Truck
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
McDonald’s
Mama Lucy’s
Hanalei Taro and Juice Co.
4 Locations mcdonalds.com
4495 Puhi Rd. # 1, Lihue (808) 245-4935
Hanalei hanaleitaro.com
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Garden Island BBQ
Burger King
Aaron’s Kitchen
Al Pastor Tacos
4252 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-8868
Lihue & Kapaa (808) 245-4809 • (808) 822-2083
3611 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe (808) 335-0949
4-1620 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 652-6593
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Duke’s Kauai
Jack in the Box
R&J Bakery
Kikuchi’s
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-9599
4454 Nuhou St., Lihue (808) 245-3443
4303 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-7520
3501 Rice St., Lihue (808) 855-5789
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Mahalo Kaua‘i!
Kaua‘i RESTAURANT Kauai Kookie Kalaheo Market Place & Café 2-2436 Kaumualii Hwy. • Kalaheo HI 96741
(808) 332-0821 | (808) 631-6851 Monday-Saturday 6:00am-8:00pm Sunday 6:30am-8pm
Visit our two locations in Lihue and Koloa
www.gardenislandfcu.com Loans • VISA • Mortgages • Savings • IRAs Checking • Share Certificates • Online Banking Federally Insured by the NCUA
PORT ALLEN VISITOR CENTER 4310 Waialo Rd., Unit 1 • Eleele, HI 96705
(808) 212-1434 | (808) 212-1827 Open 7 days a week from 9:00am-5:00pm
HANAPEPE FACTORY & VISITOR CENTER 1-3529 Kaumualii Hwy., Hanapepe, HI 96716
(808) 335-5003 | (808) 335-3291 Open: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Close: Saturday & Sunday
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KAUAI’S HOME FURNISHINGS AND INTERIOR DESIGN DESTINATION
Mahalo Kauai
for Voting us Best Furniture Store!
3337 Nawiliwili Road Lihue, HI 96766
808-245-9015
Kaua‘i
aspirefurniture.com Mon-Sat 9am-4:30pm
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29 Hawaiian Food
BEST OF THE BEST
30 Ice Cream/Frozen Yogurt 31 Italian Food BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
32 Japanese Food
BEST OF THE BEST
RESTAURANT KINTARO 1 FIRST PLACE 1
1 FIRST PLACE 1
Pono Market
Lappert’s Hawaii 3 Locations on Kauai lappertshawaii.com
5492 Koloa Rd., Koloa (808) 742-8824
1 SECOND PLACE 1
Konohiki Seafood
4-1300 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-4581
1 FIRST PLACE 1
1 FIRST PLACE 1
La Spezia
Restaurant Kintaro
1 SECOND PLACE 1
1 SECOND PLACE 1
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The Spot Kauai
Kauai Pasta
4-370 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3341
Kiibo
3-34301 Kuhio Hwy., #102, Lihue (808) 245-1707
4-1384 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa thespot.kauai.com
Lihue & Eleele kplihue.com
2991 Umi St., Lihue (808) 245-2650
1 THIRD PLACE 1
1 THIRD PLACE 1
1 THIRD PLACE 1
1 THIRD PLACE 1
Tropical Dreams
Bobby V’s Italian Restaurant
Fish Express
3343 Kuhio Hwy. #3, Lihue (808) 245-9918
4-831 Kuhio Hwy., #220, Kapaa (808) 822-1010
4-484 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 821-8080
Sushi Katsu
3173 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 246-0176
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33 Juice Bar/Acai Bowls 34 Malasadas
35 Mexican Food
BEST OF THE BEST
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Aloha Aina Juice Café
Kauai Bakery
Monico’s Taqueria
Tahiti Nui Restaurant
4495 Puhi Rd., Lihue (808) 378-4256
3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy. Lihue
4-733 Kuhio Hwy. (808) 822-4300
5-5134 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei (808) 826-6277
N SECOND PLACE N
Jamba Juice 3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy. #A7 (808) 241-7042 N THIRD PLACE N
Kauai Juice Co. Kapaa, Kilauea, Poipu Kauaijuiceco.com
N SECOND PLACE N
Aloha Sweet Delites 12550 Kaumaulii Hwy. (808) 335-3178 N THIRD PLACE N
Hanalima Bakery 4495 Puhi Rd., Lihue (808) 246-8816
BEST OF THE BEST
36 North-Side Restaurant
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
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Mariachi’s
The Dolphin Restaurant
Lihue & Kapaa mariachishawaii.com
5-5016 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei (808) 826-6113
N THIRD PLACE N
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Verde
Kauai Grill at St. Regis
Kapaa & Lihue verdehawaii.com
5520 Ka Haku Rd., Princeville (808) 826-9644
Mahalo Kauai!
Kauai Coffee is Honored to be Voted a Top Kauai-Made Food Product & Farm! Hawaii’s largest coffee estate invites you to... taste the difference that is Kauai Visitor Center on the estate near Eleele. Take Hwy. 540 and follow the signs. Open 7 days a week. Coming Soon Tel: (808) 335-5497 Kauai Coffee www.kauaicoffee.com Tram
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Kama‘aina Discount with valid Hawai‘i I.D.
Kaua'i’s
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GET FITTED BY THE BEST Mahalo for making Pyramid Insurance a Finalist for
BEST INSURANCE AGENCY
GET FITTED HAWAII
KAUA‘I OFFICE
KUKUI GROVE SHOPPING CENTER
Our professional agents and staff are highly experienced, motivated and dedicated to providing our customers the best possible service.
FOR THE BEST IN INSURANCE NEEDS & SERVICES, CALL US AND
Kaua‘i
Left Photo front row left to right: Elsa Sajonia, Veronica Llego & Cristina Sagucio. back row left to right: Scott Yamauchi, Laura Dizon-Vegas, Emie C Tanimoto, Marleen Ruiz & Scott Ebisu. Right Photo left to right: Manu Medeiros, Wayne Medeiros & Lynn Spears.
2 OFFICES TO SERVE YOU KAUA‘I OFFICE
KUKUI GROVE SHOPPING CENTER
Laura Dizon-Vegas • 482-2780 Scott Ebesu • 482-2781 Davin Maballo • 482-2778 Memory Robinson • 214-8399 Marleen Ruiz • 482-2784 Emie Tanimoto • 482-2786 Scott Yamauchi • 482-2787
Kulamanu Medeiros • 482-2782 Wayne Medeiros • 482-2783
4405 Kukui Grove Street, Suite 102 Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 245-4624
GET FITTED KAUA‘I! CONRATULATIONS
WAYNE MEDEIROS VOTED BEST INSURANCE AGENT – FIRST PLACE
3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy., #1606 Lihue, HI 96766
(808) 245-1941
WWW.PYRAMIDINS.COM
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37 Pizza
BEST OF THE BEST
38 Plate Lunch
BEST OF THE BEST
39 Poke
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Brick Oven
Pono Market
2 Locations brickovenpizzahawaii.com
4-1300 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-4581
Foodland Super Market, Ltd.
N SECOND PLACE N
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Hawaii Pizza Hut
Mark’s Place
Lihue, Kapaa, Kalaheo pizzahuthawaii.com
1610 Haleuana Pl., Lihue N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
9894 Kahakai Rd., Waimea (808) 338-1751
Sone’s Deli & Catering
N THIRD PLACE N
3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue (808) 241-7663
Fish Express
N FIRST PLACE N
Pietro’s Pizza Harbor Mall, Lihue (808) 245-2266
Kaua‘i
33 stores statewide • Foodland.com N SECOND PLACE N
Ishihara Market
3343 Kuhio Hwy. #3, Lihue (808) 245-9918
40 Pupus
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
Ishihara Market 9894 Kahakai Rd., Waimea (808) 338-1751 N SECOND PLACE N
Konohiki Seafood 3-4301 Kuhio Hwy. #102, Lihue (808) 245-1707 N THIRD PLACE N
Fish Express 3343 Kuhio Hwy. #3, Lihue (808) 245-9918
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Mahalo for voting the Ocean Course the Best of Kauai 2018! To celebrate, enjoy Mahalo Kama’aina special tee time rates of $49 after 11 a.m. in November. Relax and refuel following your round at one of Kauai’s newest restaurants – Hualani’s at Timbers Kauai, featuring creative farm to table cuisine, craft cocktails and an extensive beer and wine list.
BOOK MAHALO KAMA’AINA TEE TIMES 808.647.2841 | OceanCourseHokuala.com *Must present local ID to redeem for tee times after 11 a.m. daily through November 30, 2018. Reference Mahalo Kama’aina to redeem.
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41 Restaurant
BEST OF THE BEST
42 Sandwich/Deli
BEST OF THE BEST
43 Seafood
BEST OF THE BEST
44 Shave Ice
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Duke’s Kauai
Deli & Bread Connection
Konohiki Seafood
Wailua Shave Ice
Lihue (808) 246-9599
Kukui Grove Shopping Mall (808) 245-7115
3-4301 Kuhio Hwy. #102, Lihue (808) 245-1707
4-1306 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 634-7183
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Bull Shed
Subway
Fish Express
Uncle’s Shave Ice
4-796 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3791
6 Locations Kauai subway.com
3343 Kuhio Hwy. #3, Lihue (808) 245-9918
Lihue & Poipu (808) 246-4454
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
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N THIRD PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Hukilau Lanai
Great Harvest Bread Co
Duke’s Kauai
Shave Ice Tege Tege
520 Aleka Loop, Kapaa (808) 822-0600
4303 Nawiliwili Rd. #106, Lihue (808) 431-4503
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-9599
4-1604 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa
Mahalo Kauai for your Support and Voting
Kaneshiro Farms Kauai’s #1 Best Farm
Thank You Kaua‘i Best Seafood - #1 Best Hawaiian Food & Best Pupus
Kaua‘i
Mahalo From the Staff at Konohiki Seafood
Taste the difference FRESH makes
Kaua‘i
Visit us at kauaigrown.org/kaneshiro-farms
3-4301 Kuhio Hwy Lihue, HI 96766
245-1707
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Darrellyn L Lemke, Agent
M Martinez Ins and Fin Svc Inc
Skip Koenig Ins Fin Svs Inc
Eric Kaneda, Agent
4-1593 Kuhio Hwy Kapaa, HI 96746 Bu s: 808-822-7335 www.darrellynlemke.com
Mike Martinez, Agent 4-831 Kuhio Highway Kapaa, HI 96746 Bus: 808-821-2630
Skip Koenig, Agent 4491 Kolopa St Lihue, HI 96766 Bus: 808-632-0406
2970 Haleko Road Lihue, HI 96766 Bus: 808-245-3554 eric.kaneda.jkd6@statefarm.com
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45 South-Side Restaurant 46 Sports Bar BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
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Keoki’s Paradise Poipu Shopping Village (808) 742-7534
47 Steak
BEST OF THE BEST
48 Sunday Brunch
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
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Rob’s Good Times Grill
Bull Shed
Gaylord’s at Kilohana
4303 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0311
4-796 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3791
3-2087 Kaumualii, Lihue (808) 245-9593
N SECOND PLACE N
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Eating House 1849
Kalapaki Joe’s
Duke’s Kauai
La Spezia
The Shops at Kukui‘ula eatinghouse1849.com
2 Locations Lihue & Poipu (808) 742-6336 (808) 245-6366
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-9599
5492 Koloa Rd., Koloa (808) 742-8824
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Brennecke’s Beach Broiler
9th Island Sports Bar & Grill
Ruth’s Chris
Kauai Marriott Kukui’s
2100 Hoone Road (808) 742-8019
4-831 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-7773
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka St. (808) 278-6100
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-5050
TCH Kauai’s Top Computer Shop since 1997
THE Thank You! COMPUTER “Salamat Po” HOSPITAL
Mahalo Kauai for voting us #1 for Computer Repairs
Kaua‘i
• Computer Sales & Service • PC and Mac • New & Refurbished • Networking Open every Monday through Saturday Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-2pm Located in Kapaa, one block from the ABC Store 1347 Ulu Street
822-2667
Mama Lucy’s Restaurant
4495 Puhi Road, Lihue, HI 96766
808-245-4935
Email: riloreta@yahoo.com
Best Filipino Food
Kaua‘i
Catering for all occasions
Bring in this ad and get $1 Off any lunch plate Expires: December 31, 2018
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49 Sushi
BEST OF THE BEST
H E A LT H & B E A U T Y
50 West-Side Restaurant 51 Chiropractor
52 Dentist
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
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Restaurant Kintaro
Wrangler’s Steakhouse
Kaipo Pavao, DC
Scott Shimabukuro, DDS
4-370 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3341
9852 Kaumualii Hwy., Waimea (808) 338-1218
3092 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 246-8858
2-2389 Kaumualii Hwy (808) 332-7088
N SECOND PLACE N
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Sushi Katsu
MCS Grill
Cyrus Ogawa, DC
Royce Fujimoto, DDS
3173 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 246-0176
1-3529 Kaumualii Hwy., Hanapepe mcsgrill.com
4-956 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-7113
3136 Akahi St. #C, Lihue (808) 245-2852
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
BEST OF THE BEST
RESTAURANT KINTARO
Genki Sushi
Wong’s Restaurant
Kalani Walther, DC
Robert Long, DDS
Kukui Grove Shopping Center (808) 632-2450
1-3543 Kaumualii Hwy., Hanapepe (808) 335-5066
kalaheochiropractic.com (808) 332-5580
4359 Kukui Gove St. #104 (808) 245-3722
Thank You Kaua‘i for all your support and for 2018 Best of Kaua‘i votes!
Kaua‘i
.. . o n o P s Alway o... n O s y a Alw 4-1300 Kuhio Hwy Kapa‘a, HI 96746
808-822-4581
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53 Hair Salon
54 Nail Salon
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
55 Optometrist
BEST OF THE BEST
56 Physician
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Hair Razors Salon
ProfessioNAIL
Crane Eye Care
Dr. Paul T. Esaki
4365 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0800
3-2600 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue (808) 245-9299
4463 Pahee St., Lihue (808) 246-0110
Kapaa Family Physicians (808) 822-4333
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
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Studio 203 Salon
Kauai Nail Spa
Dr. Joel Punzal
Dr. Lilian Kheng
3173 Akahi St. Ste. 101, Lihue (808) 246-6203
4-831 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 823-8882
4454 Nuhou St. Suite #513 (808) 278-8383
3-3295 Kuhio Hwy. # 203, Lihue (808) 245-8874
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Hair Mates
Acrylic Nails/Lucys Alteration
Dr. Michael Oride
Dr. Michael Braun
3136 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 245-2590
4-361 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 821-9009
3170-B Jerves St, Lihue (808) 245-8765
4473 Pahee St., Lihue (808) 246-2002
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Kauai’s Best Commercial Landscape Company MAHALO TO THE NO KA OI LANDSCAPE SERVICES TEAM
Frank & Abby Santos Alejo Macadangdang Alex Butac Alex Guerrero Alex Udaundo Austin Dux-Gampong Austin Labanon Brandon Hadley
Kaua'i’s
Brandon-Joseph Mariano-Hardy Bryson Salvador Caleb Gallardo Carrie Evans Charles Elizondo Clifton Ephan Conrado Andam
Kaua'i’s
Kaua'i’s
2012
Cristito Rarangol Daniel Perry-Cartwright David Carineo Durgh Kane Edward Mangayayam Elmer Ventura Fedylino Rarangol Fernando Butac
Fernando Martin Flora Lagoc Franklin Silva Jr Geoffrey Carlim James Hensley James McMahan Jayden Palenapa Likelio
Jeffrey Santiago Jeorge Rarangol Johnnie Simbre Jonathan Mariani June Kaaumoana Justin Wisneski Justo Rivera Kainalu Santana
Kainoa Huddy Kainoa Santos Kayden Palenapa Likelio Kayla Armstrong Kennyamor Anton Lenard Alejandro Luciano Rarangol
Mark Rarangol Michele Duey Patrick Baniaga Patrick Thompson Quienten-John Kanehailua-Shimazu Randy Gingras Renato Agcaoili
Rian Rosa Robin Buyat Roger De Luna Rolly Palalay Ruben Garalde Samuel Balinbin William Biga
Best of Kauai 2010 -2018
Mahalo Kaua‘i For Your Support!
FIRST PLACE
NKOLandscape
‘i Kaua
NKOLandscape NKOLandscape
808.335.5887
• www.nkolandscaping.com
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MAHALO KAUA‘I For voting us as the top Lunchwagons with food fresh from our generational family farm, W. T. Haraguchi Farm, all purchase proceeds goes towards nonprofit Ho‘opulapula Haraguchi Rice Mill education programs & restoration efforts.
Serving Farm Fresh Taro Products from our 6 Generation Family Farm.
W.T. Haraguchi Farm
Kaua‘i
@HanaleiTaro 808.651.3399 x1 Hanalei Taro x2 Nonprofit tours
HO‘OPULAPULA HARAGUCHI RICE MILL
HANALEI TARO & JUICE COMPANY
Visit Hawai‘i’s only remaining rice mill agrarian museum listed on the National Register of Historic Buildings, with its restored machinery intact, and tucked away on the Haraguchi wetland taro farm located within the Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge. On an exclusive guided tour (reservations only), learn about the family’s agricultural history, view 5 endangered native birds and how sustainable farming practices preserves the wetland habitat. After learning about the cultural history and cultivation of taro with farm fresh tasting, enjoy a lunch featuring farm to table entrees. There is no public access or parking and in respect for the farmers and birds, please respect the signs. Your visit, donations and gift shop purchases help to support the free school tours, education program, and restoration efforts. www.HaraguchiRiceMill.org
The New Flavors of Old Hawai‘i Kaua‘i’s premiere Hawaiian lunchwagon, specializing in Traditional Hawaiian food (Laulau, Kalua Pig, Poi, Kulolo) and Unique Taro Products (Hanalei Taro Veggie Burgers, Hummus, Mochi, Smoothies) fresh from our family’s 6th generation Taro Farm in Hanalei Valley. Located in the beginning of Hanalei Town.
Rice Mill & Taro Farm Tours, 10% OFF Adult,
Online special CODE: TGIN2016 or bring coupons. Coupon expire 8-19-19. Direct bookings only, cannot be combined with any other offer. Book online at: www.HaraguchiRiceMill.org
Hanalei Taro & Juice Company Phone (808)826-1059- Open Daily 11am-3pm Located in Hanalei, 5-5070- A Kuhio Hwy, Hanalei www.HanaleiTaro.com-instagram@HanaleiTaro Photos by Kahahawai Photography
Hanalei Taro & Juice Co FREE bite size Taro Dessert with purchase of any Tropical Taro Smoothie
Offer good for every member of your party who purchased a Tropical Taro Smoothie (up to 4 people). One coupon per visit. Not valid with other discounts or promotions. Present coupon at time of purchase. This coupon has NO Cash Value. Coupon expire 8-19-19 KCB
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57 Spa
BEST OF THE BEST
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58 Bar
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Anara Spa
Rob’s Good Times Grill
1571 Poipu Rd., Koloa (808) 742-1234
4303 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0311
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Alexander Day Spa & Salon
Troy’s
3610 Rice St. Suite 9-A (808) 246-4918
3-3100 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue (808) 634-5844
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Spa By The Sea
Kalapaki Joe’s
4-820 Kuhio Hwy. C-3, Kapaa (808) 823-1488
2 Locations Lihue & Poipu (808) 742-6336 • (808) 245-6366
Family Owned & Operated Professional Nail Service Highest Quality Products Lowest Price
Kaua‘i
Mahalo Nui Loa Mahalo Kauai For Choosing ProfessioNail As Your BEST Nail Salon! Kukui Grove Center
3-2600 Kaumualii #1504, Lihue, Hi 96766
(808) 245-9299
for voting us #1
for the past 20 Years! 2100 Hoone Road • Poipu Beach Park Kama’aina Specials Daily Open Daily 7:45 am -Sunset www.nukumoi.com 808.742.8019
Kaua‘i
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V o r t o i n f g o l f a or Us h a M n e d r a g e from th e u c e b r a b island ohana
Kaua‘ i
Garden Island Barbecue & Chinese Restaurant
Open Monday-Saturday 10 am to 9 pm & Sunday 10 am to 8:30 pm 4252 Rice Street • Lihue, Kauai, Hawaii 96766 Telephone: 808-245-8868
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63 Happy Hour
64 Helicopter Tours
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
65 Hotel Resort
66 Live Music
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
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N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
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Kalapaki Joe’s
Jack Harter Helicopters
Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort
Rob’s Good Times Grill
2 Locations Lihue & Koloa (808) 742-6336 • (808) 245-6366
4231 Ahukini Rd., Lihue (808) 245-3774
1571 Poipu Rd., Koloa (808) 742-1234
4303 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0311
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Rob’s Good Times Grill
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Aqua Kauai Beach Resort
Tahiti Nui Restaurant
4303 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0311
3651 Ahukini Rd., Lihue bluehawaiian.com
4331 Kauai Beach Dr., Lihue (808) 245-1955
5-5134 Kuhio Hwy., Hanalei (808) 826-6277
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Duke’s Kauai
Safari Helicopters
Kauai Marriott
Keoki’s Paradise
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-9599
3225 Akahi St., Lihue (808) 246-0136
3610 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-5050
Poipu Shopping Village (808) 742-7534
Mahalo For Voting Us Kauai’s Best Dive Shop MAHALO KAUAI!
We are so honored and humbled by your support.
Best Bar Best Sports Bar Best Place to Dance Best Live Music EST. 1991
Come visit our newly redesigned store Poipu 742-9303
Kapaa 823-9222
Kaua‘i
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67 Local Event
BEST OF THE BEST
68 Luau
69 Place to Dance
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
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Hospice Concert in the Sky
Smith’s Family Luau
Rob’s Good Times Grill
kauaihospice.org
3-5971 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 821-6895
4303 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0311
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Kauai County Farm Fair kauaifarmfair.org
Luau Kalamaku
Trees Lounge
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
3-2087 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue (800) 622-3011
440 Aleka Place, Kapaa (808) 823-0600
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
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Aulii Luau
Big Wave Daves Bar & Grill
2440 Hoonani Rd., Koloa (808) 634-1499
4-1373 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3362
Koloa Plantation Days koloaplantationdays.com
MAHALO for voting
Kaua‘i www.servicewithaloha.com jon@servicewithaloha.com
PCO-1118 | 3920 Milikeleka Place, Bay #2 Lihue Industrial II
Tel 245-3100 Fax 245-3334
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70 Auto Parts Store
BEST OF THE BEST
71 Dive Shop
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72 Drugstore/Pharmacy 73 Fashion Boutique BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
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NAPA PS&D
Seasport Divers
Longs Drugs
Mahina
5 Locations on Kauai (808) 245-9561
Koloa & Kapaa (808) 742-9303
4 Locations (808) 246-9100
Koloa & Kapaa shopmahina.com
✮ SECOND PLACE ✮
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O’Reilly Auto Parts
Fathom Five Divers
Safeway
Blü Umi
4428 Kukui Grove St., Lihue (808) 245-8807
3450 Poipu Rd., Koloa (808) 742-6991
Lihue & Kapaa safeway.com
3864 Hanapepe Rd., Hanapepe (808)634-0101
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Snorkel Bobs
Lihue Pharmacy
Tropical Tantrum
2 Locations Kapaa & Koloa (808) 823-9433 (808) 742-2206
2 Locations (808) 246-9100
Hanalei, Kapaa, Marriott tropicaltantrum.com
Auto Zone 4-771 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-2267
Darrellyn L Lemke, Agent 4-1593 Kuhio Hwy Kapaa, HI 96746 Bus: 808-822-7335 www.darrellynlemke.com Darrellyn L Lemke, Agent
4-1593LKuhio HwyAgent Darrellyn Lemke, Kapaa, HI 96746 4-1593 Kuhio Hwy Bus: 808-822-7335 Kapaa, HI 96746 www.darrellynlemke.com Bus: 808-822-7335 www.darrellynlemke.com
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Lunch Dinner Happy Hour Specials Live Music* Beach Deli Catering (*Thursday, Friday & Saturday Nights)
2100 Hoone Road, Poipu Beach
808-742-7588
brenneckes.com
Open Daily 10 AM - 10 PM
1601483
State Farm, Bloomington, IL
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75 Furniture Store
74 Florist
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
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Flower’s Forever, LLC
Aspire Furniture
2979 Kalena St., Lihue (808) 245-4717
3337 Nawiliwili Rd., Lihue (808) 245-9015
N SECOND PLACE N
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Sonflower Florist
Lee’s Furniture
4597 Olohena Rd., Kapaa (808) 821-1838
4281 Rice St., Lihue (808) 245-6369
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
JC Flowers
Otsuka’s
4-369 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-5961
1624 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 245-6369
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76 Grocery Store Chain BEST OF THE BEST
77 Health Food Store BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Times/Big Save Supermarket
Papaya’s Natural Foods
6 Locations on Kauai N SECOND PLACE N
Foodland Super Market, Ltd. 33 stores statewide foodland.com N THIRD PLACE N
Safeway 2 Locations - Lihue & Kapaa safeway.com
4-901 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 823-0190 N SECOND PLACE N
Healthy Hut Market and Café 4280 Hookui Rd., Kilauea (808) 828-6626 N THIRD PLACE N
Hoku Foods Natural Market 4585 Lehua St., Kapaa (808) 821-1500
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78 Jewelry
79 Kauai-Made Product
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
✮ FIRST PLACE ✮
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Robert’s Jewelry
Kauai Kookie
2976 Kress St., Lihue (808) 246-4653
3 Locations on Kauai kauaikookie.com
✮ SECOND PLACE ✮
✮ SECOND PLACE ✮
Jim Saylor Jewelers
Salty Wahine
4-1318 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-3591
1-3529 Kaumualii Hwy #2B (808) 378-4089
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
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Prestige Jewelers
Kauai Coffee Company
Kukui Grove Shopping Center (808) 246-0888
870 Halewili Rd., Kalaheo (800) 545-8605
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WE ARE HONORED TO RECEIVE FIRST PLACE FOR ITALIAN FARE WITH YOUR BEST OF KAUA‘I VOTES! LA SPEZIA RESTAURANT AND WINE BAR 5492 KOLOA ROAD KOLOA, HI 96756
(808) 742-8824 events@laspeziakauai.com
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For voting us 1st place for best buffet and for one of the best hotel resorts on Kauai!
for o l a h Ma us #1 voting
PRIME RIB & CRAB BUFFET SATURDAY NIGHTS | 5:00PM - 9:00PM Try Our Famous Sweet Bread & Poi Rolls • Classic Sandwiches • Soups • Desserts Fresh Breads Baked Daily (Wholesale Welcomed)
Featuring fresh island seafood, salad station, local favorites, carving station, assorted desserts and more. Adults $54 | Children (5-12 yrs) $25 Children 4 & under FREE
Kaua‘i
245-7115
Kukui Grove Center - Next to Macy’s
For reservations call (808) 245-1955 Breakfast and Dinner | 4331 Kauai Beach Dr., Lihue, HI 96766
Kaua‘i
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Join In and Support Next Year’s Festival
Mahalo to all the volunteers and supporters who make the event possible! Now inviting sponsors and volunteers for 2019. To get involved email info@koloaplantationdays.com Ten days… 30 Events!
July 19-28, 2019
Share your memories and photos Sponsored by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority and other community organizations and businesses
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80 Kauai-Owned Grocery Store 81 Lumber Supplier
82 Music Store
BEST OF THE BEST
83 Shopping Center
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
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Kukui Grove Shopping Center
Sueoka’s
HPM Building Supply
Scotty’s Music House
5392 Koloa Rd., Koloa (808) 742-1611
2 locations (808) 332-7376
Across From Walmart (808) 246-2020
✮ SECOND PLACE ✮
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Ishihara Market
Honsador Lumber
Kauai Music & Sound
9894 Kahakai Rd., Waimea (808) 338-1751
3371 Wilcox Rd., Lihue (808) 246-2412
4-1177 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 823-8000
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
Kukui’ula Market
Aloha Roofing Supply
Larry’s Music
2827 Poipu Rd., Koloa (808) 742-1601
4-1524 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 378-4446
5330 Koloa Rd., Koloa (808) 742-1500
kukuigrovecenter.com ✮ SECOND PLACE ✮
The Shops at Kukui’ula 2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka (808) 742-9545 ✮ THIRD PLACE ✮
Ching Young Village Hanalei (808) 826-7222
MUCHAS GRACIAS KAUAI Thank you for your continuous love & support through the years and for voting us the Best Mexican Restaurant!
822-4300 • 4-733 Kuhio Hwy. Kapaa
Open Tues - Sun 11am - 3pm (Lunch) 2:30-4:30 (Happy Hour) 5pm-9pm (Dinner)
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84 Surf Shop
BEST OF THE BEST
85 Tire Store
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
Deja Vu Surf Hawaii
Tire Warehouse Kauai
2 Locations dejavusurf.com
3028 Aukele St., Lihue tirewarehousekauai.com
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Tamba Surf Company
PS&D Corp.
4-1543 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 823-6942
4 Locations on Kauai (808) 245-9501
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Nukumoi Surf
Costco
2100 Hoone Rd., Koloa (808) 742-8019
4300 Nuhou St., Lihue (808) 241-4000
vate Parties
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44 808-634-5ka8ua ikaraokebar.com hue, HI •
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Thank you Kauai for voting us one of the BEST!
Authentic Wood Fired Neapolitan
N FIRST PLACE N
Mahalo
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Traditional NY Style Located across from Kalapaki Bay at the Harbor Mall
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86 Auto Detailer
BEST OF THE BEST
87 Auto Repair
BEST OF THE BEST
88 Computer Repair BEST OF THE BEST
89 Contractor
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Kuhio Auto Group
Gary’s Service
The Computer Hospital
3 Locations (808) 245-6731
4469 Kolopa St., Lihue (808) 245-2221
1347 Ulu St., Kapaa (808) 822-2667
Nathan Wood General Contractor
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
King Auto Center
Tire Warehouse Kauai
Hardware Guys
4330 Kukui Grove St., Lihue (808) 245-4788
3028 Aukele St., Lihue tirewarehousekauai.com
2970 Haleko Rd. St. 104, Lihue (808) 246-0055
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Servco Auto Kauai
Destination Auto Works
Mac Made Easy
2477 Ulu Maika St., Lihue (808) 245-6978
4490 Kolopa St., Lihue (808) 246-9700
3-3222 Kuhio Hwy., Lihue (808) 245-6227
N FIRST PLACE N
MAHALO KAUA’I FOR VOTING US
one of the best frozen yogurt and ice cream locations!
COMING SOON TO PRINCEVILLE CENTER:
The Spot North Shore Kauai! Featuring hot breakfast, espresso coffee bar, organic smoothies and bowls!
thespotkauai.com
808-320-8450
4-1384 Kuhio Highway, Kapa’a, HI, 96746 Owners Ellie and Nani
Follow us on
179 Wailua Rd., Kapaa • (808) 821-9564 N SECOND PLACE N
Shioi Construction Inc 4023 Halau St., Lihue (808) 245-3975 N THIRD PLACE N
Curtis Law 4371 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0676
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90 Extermination Service 91 Landscaping BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
Kaua‘i
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Aloha Termite Kauai
Na Ka Oi Landscaping
3920 Milikeleka Pl. Bay 2 (808) 245-3100
4482 Kona Rd., Hanapepe (808) 335-5887
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Mokihana Pest Control
Kauai Nursery & Landscaping
1586 Haleukana St., Lihue (808) 246-6654
3-1550 Kaumualii Hwy., Lihue (808) 245-7747
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
Terminix
Lush Landscaping
2976 Aukele St. Lihue (808) 966-5715
(808) 822-6900 landscapingkauai.com
Kaua‘i
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92 Oil Change
BEST OF THE BEST
93 Pet Grooming/Boarding 94 Veterinarian BEST OF THE BEST
BEST OF THE BEST
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
N FIRST PLACE N
Midas
Whiskers Resort
Dr. David Haas
4230 Rice St., Lihue (808) 246-0128
Lihue (808) 241-7387
Lihue Veterinary Hospital (808) 245-4961
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
N SECOND PLACE N
Tire Warehouse Kauai
Paws of Paradise
Dr. Craig Nishimoto
3028 Aukele St., Lihue tirewarehousekauai.com
pawsofparadise.com (808) 821-2486
Paradise Animal Clinic (808) 332-7315
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
N THIRD PLACE N
KQ Speedie Lube 2
The Sandy Dog
Dr. Bryce Ahana, D.V.M.
Lihue Industrial (808) 245-9485
4-971 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 651-2240
4-1571 Kuhio Hwy., Kapaa (808) 822-9791
Mahalo to our valued and loyal clients, thank you for being an important part of our Hair Razors family. Kaua‘i
Laurie Harrison, Jodi Abrigo, Ora Pia, Dane Dabis-Waialeale & Terence Dabis-Waialeale
Men & women haircuts/styling • custom colors • Brazilian blowouts and straightening • waxing • nails • weddings • makeup
246-0800 hrsalon808@gmail.com 4365 Rice Street, Lihue, HI 96766
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CONGRATULATIONS to all the winners!
Kaua‘i
MAHALO KAUA‘I FOR VOTING!
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