5520 Ka Haku Road, Princeville, Hawaii, 96722, United States
Contact: +1 (888) 605-1350
Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Island Bounty, Ocean Views, Crafted for Every Craving
Savor six distinctive dining outlets and bars, from signature Hawaii Regional and New American cooking at 1 Kitchen to modern Japanese share plates at Welina Terrace, poolside beach fare at The Sandbox, fresh café provisions at Neighbors, light bites by the adults’ infinity pool, and daily in-room dining. Expect local ingredients, breakfast buffet favorites, craft cocktails, juices, vegetarian and vegan options, and sunset-ready settings.
Farm-to-Table American Hawaiian Restaurant
1 Kitchen
A signature farm-to-table restaurant at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay serving American and Hawaiian flavors inspired by the island’s bounty. 1 Kitchen is perfect for relaxed breakfasts, lunch or dinner, with a wellness-minded menu and warm resort-casual feel.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Japanese-Inspired Small Plates Restaurant
Welina Terrace
An oceanfront Japanese-inspired small plates restaurant at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offering locally sourced, family-style dishes, nigiri and sushi rolls with sunset views. Welina Terrace is perfect for relaxed dinner gatherings, with nightly local live music and a warm lounge feel.
- Serves: Dinner
- Bar: 4:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Bites: 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Poolside Oceanfront Restaurant
The Sandbox
A breezy poolside oceanfront restaurant at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay serving classic Hawaiian beach fare, from poke bowls and fish tacos to burgers and wood-fired pizzas. The Sandbox is perfect for families and poolside lunches, with ocean-facing views and an easygoing island feel.
- Serves: Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Mon until 8:00 p.m.
Café
Neighbors
A bright all-day café at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offering barista-crafted coffee, cold-pressed juices, kombucha, wellness shots, pastries, parfaits, overnight oats and salads. Neighbors suits easy order-ahead pickups and casual meetups, with a fresh, local feel.
- Serves: Coffee & Pastries
- Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Nourishment Bar
Sunrise Nourishment Bar
A bright nourishment bar at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offering smoothies, fresh-pressed juices and kombuchas beside the gym. Sunrise Nourishment Bar is perfect for pre- and post-workout refueling, with an easy, wellness-focused feel from the early hours.
- Serves: Smoothies & Fresh Juices
- 6:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining options are available at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offers six distinctive dining outlets and bars, including three signature restaurants: 1 Kitchen, Welina Terrace, and The Sandbox, alongside the Lobby Farmstand, plus poolside and in-room dining. There is also Neighbors, an all-day café and market, the Juice Bar by the gym, and Kai Maika’i near the adults’ infinity pool.
Do I need to be a hotel guest to eat at the restaurants at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
No. Dining at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is open to the public, not only registered hotel guests, so visitors staying elsewhere on Kauai are welcome to enjoy 1 Kitchen, Welina Terrace, The Sandbox, and the property’s other dining venues.
What is 1 Kitchen at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay known for?
1 Kitchen is 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay’s signature restaurant, located on the 8th floor and serving Hawaii Regional/New American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It features a breakfast buffet inspired by the bounty of the island, with tropical fruits, fresh-pressed juices, and warm baked goods, under the culinary direction of Chef Pete Ghione, whose approach centers on wellness. The dress code is Resort Casual.
What time does breakfast start at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
The breakfast buffet at 1 Kitchen at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is served from 6:30am to 10:30am daily. It is offered at an additional cost and is not included in the standard room rate, though children ages 4 and under eat free with a paying adult.
Does 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offer a Sunday brunch?
Yes. 1 Kitchen at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay hosts a Sunday brunch buffet from 11:30am to 3pm, featuring tropical fruits, warm pastries, and brunch favorites, priced at $105 per adult and $50 per child plus tax and gratuity.
What kind of cuisine is served at Welina Terrace at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
Welina Terrace is the oceanfront restaurant, bar and lounge at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay, offering a locally sourced, modern Japanese menu served family-style, with nigiri, sushi rolls, sakes, Japanese whiskies, and craft cocktails by Chef Misao Masuda. It is celebrated for having one of the best sunsets on Kaua’i and features live music nightly by rotating local artists.
Is there a restaurant by the pool at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay?
Yes. The Sandbox at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is a poolside, ocean-facing restaurant on the 1st floor serving classic Hawaiian beach fare such as poke bowls, fish tacos, burgers, and wood-fired pizzas, along with a dedicated kids’ menu. In the evenings it transitions to a Mediterranean-inspired dinner menu highlighting locally grown vegetables and sustainable seafood, with live music on Monday evenings.
Does 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay have coffee, juice, or casual grab-and-go options?
Yes. Neighbors is 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay’s all-day café and market, open daily and serving cold-pressed juices, kombucha, wellness shots, locally brewed coffee, parfaits, overnight oats, and housemade pastries. Guests can also visit the Juice Bar adjacent to the gym for smoothies and fresh-pressed juices, and enjoy Kauai Juice Co beverages served in reusable glass bottles at multiple locations.
Does 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay accommodate vegetarian and vegan guests?
Yes. 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offers vegetarian and vegan menu options across its dining outlets, reflecting the resort’s emphasis on fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients, including produce from its own vegetable garden.
Can 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay host private dining or special events with food and drink?
Yes. 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay offers private dining options at 1 Kitchen, Welina Terrace, and The Sandbox, bookable by request. The hotel’s culinary and beverage teams create seasonal menus featuring fresh, local ingredients for weddings and events, and can also arrange wellness extras such as juices and vitamin drips for celebrations.