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Plantation Gardens

Plantation Gardens Restaurant & Bar is located in a beautifully restored plantation manor on the Hawaiian Island of Kauai. Dating back to the 1930's, the estate once served as the plantation manager's home for Hawaii's first sugar plantation, the Koloa plantation. Later, the estate was acquired by the Moir Family who built the world famous gardens that surround the restaurant. Our menu reflects the heritage of old plantation Hawaii, which celebrates the abundance and beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. Our fresh fish is caught daily by local fishermen in waters off Kauai. We use organically grown vegetables and herbs picked fresh on nearby farms and from our own gardens. Guests may choose to dine on our lanai overlooking tranquil gardens, lily ponds and tropical foliage or in our exquisitely refurbished dining room which features gorgeous Brazilian cherry wood floors, woven bamboo tables and plantation ceiling fans.
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83 Current Reviews
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Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(83 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(32)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(4)
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate
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  • great for outdoor dining(52)
  • romantic(43)
  • special occasion(36)
  • fit for foodies(26)
  • scenic view(25)
  • neighborhood gem(21)
Plantation Gardens Reviews List
Review 1 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance is beautiful food was meh

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Local fish was overlooked (which made us sad) and over salted."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Beautiful Setting and Food

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This restaurant has a beautiful garden setting with that "old Hawaii" feeling. We were here for our anniversary and our meal from start to finish was delicious. We had the special (monchong) and fresh fish of the day (swordsbill). Service was great with good recommendations from our server. Prices are very reasonable for a high end restaurant. Try the cookie/ice cream trio dessert!"
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 3 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A gem!

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Fund this place at short notice during our honeymoon. our server, Brad, was excellent and very affable, his knowledge of the menu was very very good. The food itself was totally gorgeous. I would definitely recommend this place.
Enjoyed watching the local heron, looking for fish in the pond next to where we were fishing !
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Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 4 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The only place we go

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We live on Kauai. When we go out, good food is important, but we also like to hear each other without screaming. Plantation Gardens has very good food, and is the only place we've found in Poipu that you can carry on a real conversation. There are other places with food that might be better (if you want "meat" instead of seafood or pork) but then you need to bring earplugs."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 5 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A Must-Do for Every Visit to Kauai

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Dined on 4/29/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We have been dining at Plantation Gardens on every visit to Kauai since 1977. The specialness of this wonderful dining experience has never failed to amaze! Ambience, courteous service and delicious, healthy, fresh offerings have been consistently wonderful over the many years we've been privileged to visit. Thank you Plantation Gardens for the high bar you have set and sustained!"
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The orchids in the garden

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The orchids in the garden are worth a trip to Kauai! This was by far the best meal and the most beautiful location of all during my two weeks on Kauai. Get a table on the lanai, have a mojito (better than any mojito I have had elsewhere, including all of Texas), and relax. It's a place that is difficult to leave, so take your time during your meal. You'll find yourself thinking about Plantation Gardens for a long time, with much aloha and nostalgia."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2000
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 7 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Old World Hawaii - Relaxing

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Old World Hawaii restaurant - Indoor or outdoor porch seating. Very Fresh salads - Daly specials of seafood outstanding. Walk the garden path with a wide variety of Hawaiian plants and flowers - photo opportunities everywhere. No rush service makes this restaurant very relaxing and enjoyable."
Dined on 04/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was ok (special of the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Quiet
Quiet
"Food was ok (special of the day was great). Service was lacking (our wine wasn't brought out until we had pretty much completed our meals).
Overall: great ambiance, ok food, poor service"
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2013
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Review 9 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great use of locally grown

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great use of locally grown produce and fresh seafood."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Beautiful setting. Lovely

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Beautiful setting. Lovely separate areas for groups."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Every restaurant in Hawaii

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Every restaurant in Hawaii seems to be expensive, but I have to say that I found Plantation Gardens not over the top expensive and the food and setting are fantastic. Highly recommend this restaurant. Cocktails were creative and delicious. Wine list had some affordable selections. We had the house wine which was respectable. The fish selections were very fresh, highly recommend the seafood wrapped in banana leaf. Excellent. We will definitely come back on our next visit to kauai."
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 12 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We went to the Plantation

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We went to the Plantation Gardens twice on our latest trip. While both were great, the menu felt a bit limited the second time out. The setting is beautiful and the service was good although a bit detached on the second trip. Desserts are great here from the Lilikoi cheesecake to the ice cream sandwiches made with home baked chocolate chip cookies. The wine menu felt a bit limited at the lower price point end."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice view of the plantation's

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice view of the plantation's gardens. Food was fine."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We have always enjoyed this

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have always enjoyed this restaurant and dine here every trip. This visit it was not as good as I had remembered, but still very nice overall."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lovely place for dinner.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Lovely place for dinner. Good menu, but fish specials are truly special."
Dined on 03/18/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Review 16 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Beautiful setting and great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Beautiful setting and great food. The hostess was welcoming and gave the ladies a flower. The pork tenderloin was delicious. The Lau Lau was pretty good-an example of Hawaiian cooking. The lavender pina colada was wonderful. Would return to eat here again."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OK but much better choices

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"OK but much better choices available in and around Poipu."
Dined on 02/18/2013
 2003
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Review 18 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent restaurant in the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent restaurant in the Poiupu Beach area."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food and service BUT

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and service BUT had LOUD band and couldn't hear each other talking
I was told band playing for a benefit but it still reduced our enjoyment a lot
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Dined on 03/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 20 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Repeat visit did not disappoint

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was our second visit to the Plantation Gardens and the experience was as good as the first, seven years ago. The menu hasn't changed substantially, holding true to distinctive island fare. We both had different versions of mahi mahi and both were excellent. Five stars on the food front. Four stars for drinks -- which seemed to be slightly off (could have been the ingredients or the mixer). Overall a great place to dine for couples or families."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic
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Review 21 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Old Kauai ambience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Beautiful gardens and lovely interior. Old Plantation Managers house that has many photos displayed showing life on Kauai during those days.
Beautiful bar!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 22 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had no knowledge of this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had no knowledge of this restaurant & took a chance on it. We were glad we did. The menu is varied, the drinks were interesting-hibiscus-infused vodka!-which was very good, the desserts looked amazing, & the waitress was fun to work with. The restaurant accommodated our requests cheerfully. We would recommend this place plus we plan to go back. All 4 of us had great meals."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Worth the $$$

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent experience. Staff was friendly"
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 24 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LOVE LOVELOVE Plantation Garden

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"LOVE LOVELOVE Plantation Garden Restaurant! It is my favorite dining out experience on the island of Kauai. Prices are great, but it is the ambiance and the service that keep us coming back. But for the experience on the island...you can't beat it."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 25 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A favorite place for ambiance.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We've eaten here many times in the past 8 years. The downside is that the menu never changes. While the food is very good, we find the choices a bit tiresome. The staff is wonderful and the dessert drinks are especially good!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 26 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

We walked out

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The waiter was literally high on something, didn't write anything down and got only got half the order correct. He didn't remember the drink order was Bourbon, came back and asked what kind of beer was ordered, then wanted to tell us the specials again. We got our Potstickers, though they were only warm and flavorless. When our entrees arrived, one was wrong. That was enough, wasn't going to wait around for them to fix the problem while another meal was sitting on the table getting cold."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2005
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Review 27 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Horrible service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The drinks were fabulous, the food was ok, but the service was pathetic! Our waiter was told that my wife absolutely hates, hates, hates onions. She ordered the ribs and fries. Imagine her surprise when her meal arrived with a slaw that was covered with red onions. When it was pointed out to the waiter about the onions, he (Noah) stated that is was good that we used the bread plate to shove all the slaw onto...he barely came by the table much and forgot to get the last Mai Tai that was ordered. The worst part of the evening was the oblivious yuppy couple who brought their infant child to dinner. That's fine, but when they proceeded to change the baby's diaper on the grass in front of the diners..that was it for us!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2010
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Review 28 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My husband and I were in Kauai

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My husband and I were in Kauai celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary. One of our daughters gave us a gift certificate to Plantation Gardens and we enjoyed every minute of our visit."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 29 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Going back (after 30 years)

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Going back (after 30 years) is a big mistake!"
Dined on 02/27/2013
 2003
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Review 30 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

my sister and i loved our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"my sister and i loved our dinner here. the food was fabulous, but our waiter, noah, made the night very special. he was attentive and delightful. the only negative thing was that the restaurant did not acknowledge to special note left with reservation that we were celebrating a 60th birthday. it would have been nice to have a small celebration along with our lovely time there. food, drinks, staff...all delightful."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 31 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was good, however,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was good, however, the pineapple upside down cake was cold. They we having a wedding and it was pretty noisy."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 32 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The pork was dry and cold,

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The pork was dry and cold, the hash potatoes were dry and cold. the presentation on he pot roast dinner looked like a bit pile of purple mush. The lau lay was okay but all of the food must have sat too long in the kitchen as it was not hot."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2006
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 33 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Mixed

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"mixed review on this restaurant. The appetizer a crab feature on slaw and delicious. The feature fish for the night was ahi. My partner's selection was tasty and hot and he ordered. Mine was the ahi tuna and served the first time over done. The waiter took it back and brought the dish back to the table with the tuna cooked right but everything else in the dish cold. He took it back for the third time and returned it to the table piping hot and ahi cooked great. By this time I was frustrated and no longer with appetite. Disappointing! A different waiter asked us (after the appie was served if we received bread, which we didn't know we were getting. All in all poor service and we would not return even though we weren't charged for one meal."
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 34 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had a nice Valentine's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a nice Valentine's Day dinner here on the veranda surrounded by lawn and gardens. Most of the other diners were also out for a romantic evening, so it was quiet. The only noise came from an adjoining room where a long table had been set up for a large party. Service was very attentive, but in a quiet unobtrusive way. We enjoyed our food, which we found to be quite good, though perhaps not memorable. We would go back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

The food was not good. Two

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was not good. Two of four dinners were not eaten and returned because there was no taste to the meats. Very disappointed."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
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Review 36 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Valentine's Day Wedding Party

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"One of favorite spots on Kauai. Great food in a beautiful setting, fantastic service. What more can I say. Don't miss this local gem on Kauai's southshore."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 37 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love this place and look forward

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love this place and look forward to our next visit. Love that bullfrog in the pond!!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 38 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Most Enjoyable Evening

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We chose Plantation Gardens to celebrate our Hawaiian trip on our last night in Kauai. It was truly enjoyable. The food was excellent. The open air setting and the garden surroundings were beautiful. The noise level was such that we could talk and have a great relaxing dinner with our friends. Everyone thought it was a great dining experience."
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 39 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was excellent, the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was excellent, the setting was beautiful, pricing was good. The only complaint I would have is that when they have a large group celebrating a wedding they should think about a more private setting for the group as they have a tendancy to take away from the quiet ambiance that one might be looking for. I would still recommend the restraunt as a great option."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 40 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

We went here for a dinner

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went here for a dinner and were surprised that the restaurant was not ocean front given the establishment's proximity to the ocean. Service was good, but not exceptional. The food was very good for those who like seafood, however, their options were rather limited for meat-eaters."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 41 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A wonderful place to be. Magnificen

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A wonderful place to be. Magnificent ambience and very good food!"
Dined on 01/28/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 42 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A magical setting with friendly

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A magical setting with friendly efficient service and good food."
Dined on 01/28/2013
 2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a lovely venue with

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is a lovely venue with the magnificent gardens surrounding the site. Our waiter Tony was very efficient, friendly and knowledgable about the menu. Prices were comparable with any other venues in the area. The presentation of our food made it so that one almost didn't want to disturb it. The scallops were the best we have ever had, moist, tender and delicious.
We will return again
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Dined on 01/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were there for a special

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were there for a special occasion (60th anniversary with friends) and were very pleased with everything. Excellent food, especially the pupus. Unobtrusive and competent service with a smile."
Dined on 01/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 45 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A very romantic old restruant.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A very romantic old restruant. The food was ordinary with the exception of the tuna poki."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Plantation Gardens
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Started with the crab Rangoon,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Started with the crab Rangoon, which was good, but what was better was the jicama salad it was served atop. Matchstick slices of cool jicama were tossed in a light citrus dressing. It was so refreshing and tasty. A treat for someone who rarely ever eats and enjoys something like jicama! For the main course, it was the grilled catch of the day, Mahi-Mahi. The red curry sauce it was served with was perfect. I told the waiter I would like a bucket of that sauce. Instead of laughing at my joke, he actually seemed prepared to grant my silly request! The service was excellent. Very attentive.
For dessert, the warm cookies and ice cream, which was such a generous portion and all flavors were very decadent and delicious. Beautiful scenery, too.
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Dined on 01/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Plantation Gardens
Based on the average of (37) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
1.6 / 3
Moderate