The Ultimate Guide: The Best Places to Shop on Kauai

Shopping on Kauai is one of the most popular things to do on the island. So if you’re wondering about the best stores to shop in Kauai, you’re in luck!

We’ve compiled this Ultimate Guide on the best places to shop on Kauai. We’ll cover where to shop for souvenirs, luxury shopping on Kauai, where to buy groceries in Kauai and much more.

Let’s dive in and help you discover where to Shop in Kauai, Hawaii!

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Shopping Kauai North Shore

I have to tell you, the North Shore of Kauai is a magical place! Everything is lush and green. The trees and flowers are gorgeous, and you can see the beauty in everything. Even when you’re shopping!

Between Princeville, Hanalei and Kilauea, there is definitely no shortage of fabulous and fun places to shop!

Where to shop in Princeville, Kauai

The main place to shop is the Princeville Shopping Center. It’s a nice outdoor mall that has everything from a hardware store and bank to a dentist and post office.

There are a variety of shops including apparel, accessories, gift, art and specialty items.

The stores in Princeville Mall include:

• Kahala Sportswear– They craft the best aloha wear and support the community by producing garments locally.
• Mahina– A unique fusion of island-inspired fashion and warm aloha spirit, they have a committed following of customers both on island and off.
• Swim Hanalei– Kauai’s best kept secret with over 3,000 pieces of swimwear.
• Walking in Paradise– A wide range of shoes, sandals, jewelry and accessories catering to both locals and visitors alike.
• Fish Eye Kauai Gallery– A studio that features photography, Koa Wood art and locally made jewelry.
• Kauaʻi Suncatchers– Finely crafted art decor that will make any window the center of attention!
• Magic Dragon Toy & Art Supply– A full selection of professional art supplies along with games, books, kites, toys and more.
• North Shore Mea Lako– Vacation accessories including Hawaiian Sunrise Shell jewelry, Tahitian pearls, hair clips, keychains and more.
• Princeville Wine Market– Wine… need I say more?

Shopping in Kilauea, Kauai

If you’re wondering where to shop in Kilauea, we’re here to help you out! One of the main shopping centers on Kauai is the Historic Kong Lung Market Center. The other is a newer shopping center called ʻĀhuimanu, which means “Gathering place for the people” in Hawaiian.

You’ll find the following stores at Kong Lung Market:

• Kong Lung Trading-Truly a little bit of everything. Home decor, books, holiday items, clothing and merchandise for men, women, babies and kids.
• Banana Patch Studio– Ceramics and fine art.
• Aloha Spice Company– You guessed it, spices!
• Aloha Xchng-Surf, skate and outdoor goods as well as clothing & accessories for men, women and children

ʻĀhuimanu Shops to check out:

• Island Soap and Candle Works-Soap, candles, jewelry…need I say more?
• Kilauea Fine Jewelry– A women owned custom, luxury fine jewelry store. And I do mean luxury!
• Kilauea Surf & Skate– Featuring clothing, shoes, boards, bags, accessories and much more.
• Bloom– Sustainable products that are ethically made, they carry everything from clothing and jewelry to beauty products.
• Sway Island Living– Homewares and furniture store filled with treasures for your home.
• Wyland Galleries-A wide array of art from Wyland including fine art, sculptures, metal prints and more.

Best Shopping in Hanalei

When people talk about shopping on the North Shore of Kauai, the place that comes to mind first is Ching Young Village in Hanalei. It’s a favorite among locals and visitors alike with an abundance of shops and vendors.

Directly across the street is Hanalei Center, another wonderful place to experience Kauai island shopping.

Ching Young Village Hanalei Shops Directory:

• Aloha from Hanalei– Authentic Kauai products, Souvenirs and Vintage Hawaiiana.
• Billabong Hanalei-A locally owned business in collaboration with Billabong, a surf shop selling clothing, footwear, accessories and more.
• Chocolat Hanalei– A three generation family business dedicated to creating delicious, tropical chocolates that are handcrafted on Kauai.
• Divine Planet– Fun, funny and fabulous clothing, gifts and home decor.
• Hanalei Living– A family owned boutique that carries eco-minded brands of shoes and apparel.
• Hanalei Surf Backdoor– A surf and skate shop carrying Men’s and Women’s clothing, accessories and more.
• Hanalei Strings & Things– Instruments, Vinyl Records, CD’s, books and more.
• Hot Rocket– Providing tees and sweatshirts for all your beach needs.
• Hula Moon Gifts of Hanalei– A local gift shop carrying jewelry, art, home decor and more.
• Kokonut Kids– Offering unique children’s Hawaiian clothing and accessories.
• Ohana Shop– Clothing, jewelry, accessories, items for the home, books, and more.
• Pualani Hanalei– Bikinis and beachwear.
• Sunrise Emporium-T-shirts, sweatshirts, jewelry, hats, bags, small gifts and more.
• Sway Hanalei– A lifestyle boutique that sells clothing, jewelry and home goods.

Hanalei Center Directory:

• Aloha Pearls Hanalei– Offering a wide selection of authentic pearls.
• Hanalei Surf Company– Apparel, accessories, surfboards and more.
• Havaiki Oceanic & Tribal Art– An art gallery featuring a personal collection of art from around the world.
• Hula Beach– A women’s clothing boutique featuring dresses, sarongs, jewelry, bags, and accessories.
• Jewel of Paradise– Island inspired fine jewelry, watches and wood jewelry.
• Sand People– Featuring clothing, jewelry, bags, home decor and more.
• Tropical Tantrum– Hawaiian clothing that is colorful, fun and exciting. Designed, created and manufactured in house.
• Yellowfish Trading Company– Collectibles, antiques, Hawaiiana.

Take a look at this post to see more Kauai North Shore things to do.

Shopping Kauai East Side

The East Side of Kauai, also known as the coconut coast, is my favorite. It’s a place mixed with locals and tourists, filled with great places to eat and gorgeous beaches. And if you’re looking for shopping in Kapa’a, Kauai, or Lihue, you won’t be disappointed. There are so many options!

Best Shopping in Kapa’a

Strolling main street is probably the most popular thing to do, where you’ll find a wide variety of shops. But there are also shopping centers in Kapa’a that have a few stores you might want to check out as well.

Places to shop in Kapa’a include Kauai Village Shopping Center, the Shops at Wailua Kai and my favorite, The Coconut Marketplace.

Kauai Village Shopping Center

• ABC Stores– Island themed apparel, jewelry, gifts, home goods and food.
• Fun Factory– Arcade games.
• Ross Dress for Less– Clothing, shoes, housewares and accessories at discount prices.

Coconut Marketplace

• Auntie Lynda’s Treasures– Hawaiian jewelry and gifts.
• Bodacious Petite Through Plus Sized Apparel– A wide selection of apparel for men, women and children.
• By the Sea– Resort clothing, jewelry and accessories, footwear, home decor and artwork.
• Cariloah Bamboo– Clothing, hats, bath towels, bed sheets and jewelry made from bamboo blends.
• Crazy Shirts– Cool Tees and accessories for men, women and kids.
• Del Sol– Color-changing clothing and accessories.
• Elephant Walk– Gift gallery and boutique.
• Island Country Markets– Gifts and souvenirs, snacks and more.
• Kauai Handmade– Handmade jewelry, custom jewelry, skin and body care, traditional hawaiian Lauhala hats.
• Na Koa Surf Co– Aloha wear for the whole family and island souvenirs.
• Pineapples Boutique– Fresh resort wear, jewelry, accessories and island home decor.
• Salty Stacks Kauai– A permanent jewelry, charm and shell bar.
• Suzie’s Young Fashion– Beautiful garments made with Aloha.
• Hawaiian Artisans– A cultural gift gallery featuring beautiful Hawaiian art.
• Jungle Rain– Clothing, jewelry and gift shop.
• Kauai Pottery and Handmade Art– Island inspired pottery, jewelry, art and more.

Shops at Wailua Kai

• Pagoda– Treasures from around the world including antiques, Hawaiiana, vintage jewelry, art, home decor and more.
• Wild Kauai Chocolate– Natural, hand-crafted dark chocolate bars. Chocolate making classes also available.
• Ironbridge Tatoo– Offering timeless tattoos in a clean and comfortable setting.

Main Street Kapa’a

• Dejavu Surf Hawaii– Kauai surf clothing, accessories, footwear, gear and more.
• Kauai Gourmet Nuts– Exotic nuts made from local island ingredients.
• Salt + Sea– A collection of island original clothing and the hottest trends of beach ware and accessories.
• ‘Ili Hawaiian Skincare– Vegan, cruelty and chemical-free premium skincare.
• Tamba Surf Company– Surf shop that sells custom shirts and hats, surf gear and apparel. Also offers board rentals and surf lessons.
• EHA Culture– Custom designed Hawaiian beach towels and accessories.
• Kilauea Fine Jewelry– Luxury shopping at this women owned custom, luxury fine jewelry store.
• Kiko Kauai– Handmade pottery, jewelry, linens, cards, books and more.
• NoKa Fair– A boardwalk shopping destination (made from shipping containers, way cool!) with individual retailers. Unfortunately many of them have closed down but a few still remain.
• The Shell Factory– Gifts and jewelry made from shells and coral.
• Beachside Boutique– Island wear, party style and beach attire for women and girls.
• Bamboo Works– furniture, rugs, clothing, kitchen ware, jewelry, accessories and more, all made from bamboo.
• Big Blue Buddha– Unique jewelry from Northern India.
• Island Hemp & Cotton Co.- Clothing, shoes, jewelry, gifts and more.
• Kela’s Glass Gallery– Glass jewelry, art, vases, bowls, sculptures and more.
• Shipwrecked Kauai– Island-inspired gifts, home goods and apparel for men and women.
• Sunrise Emporium-T-shirts, sweatshirts, jewelry, hats, bags, small gifts and souvenirs.
• Hee Fat General Store– Gifts, music, art, souvenirs and more.
• Seaweed + Sage– A thoughtfully curated women’s clothing boutique.
• Jungle Girl Boutique– Selling Island funk & flash since 1998: Clothing, jewelry, accessories & gifts.
• Born Hawaii– A family-owned and run business featuring men’s, women’s and kids custom designed clothing and products.
• Aloha Gift and Souvenirs– Clothing, jewelry, bags, wooden gifts, hats, magnets and much more.
• ABC Stores-Island themed apparel, jewelry, gifts, home goods and food.
• Monkey Palm Mercantile– Featuring fashion, home decor, jewelry, vintage and more.
• Calabash– Wearable wood that includes jewelry, hats and items like phone cases and more.
• Tropical Tantrum– Hawaiian clothing that is colorful, fun and exciting. Designed, created and manufactured in house.
• Marta’s Boat– Handprinted fabrics, handmade clothing, and art.
• Atelier Kauai– Clothing, jewelry, beauty products, art & gifts.

Where to Shop in Lihue

Some of the best places to shop on Kauai are located in Lihue. Not only do they have the stores you’re familiar with from the mainland like Target, Walmart and Costco, but also local shops and family owned businesses.

Kauai’s largest shopping mall is Kukui Grove, an open air shopping center featuring over 55 shops and restaurants. We’ve listed some below that we think visitors would enjoy.

Kukui Grove Directory:

• Ainofea– Men’s, Women’s and Kid’s apparel, headwear, accessories and more.
• Bubbah’s Toy Box & Gaming Cafe– New, old and collectible toys, sports cards and more. A one-stop hobby and collectors shop.
• Dejavu Surf Hawaii– Kauai surf and outdoor apparel, gifts, accessories, gear, including specialty Kauai made items.
• Flip Flop Shops– Featuring flip flops and casual footwear along with jewelry, sunglasses, beach blankets and more.
• Fun Factory– Arcade games.
• Jane– A home and gift boutique curated with luxury gift items and home accessories.
• Longs Drugs– Cosmetics, health food, pharmacy, specialty, seasonal, and every day items.
• Prestige Jewelers– Specializing in Hawaiian Heirloom jewelry.
• Small Fry Kauai– A mom-owned, delightful local kids shop featuring tees, toys and gifts.
• Speedy Jewelry– Watch repair, fine jewelry and unique accessories.
• Sunglass hut– you guessed it, sunglasses!
• Target– No explanation needed!

Anchor Cove Shopping Center is another shopping mall on Kauai that has retail stores, jewelry boutiques, souvenir shops and more. It’s conveniently located right in front of Kalapaki beach.

Anchor Cove Directory:

• ABC Stores– Gifts, apparel, jewelry, snacks and much more.
• Crazy Shirts– Modern tees with distinctive designs.
• Maui Divers– Fine Jewelry Store.
• Unique Gift Shops– Fun and interesting gifts that are unique to Kauai.
• Nene’s Island Treasures– A family owned jewelry and gift shop.

Right up the street from Anchor Cove is Harbor Mall where you’ll find places to eat, local services and a hobby shop.

A few more best places to shop on Kauai in Lihue:

• Alakoko Shop– Find home goods, bath and body, apparel and accessories, jewelry, books & games and much more. The official shop of Kauai County to promote products made on Kauai.
• The Koa Store– Kauai made wood products including picture frames, boxes, bowls, rings and more.
• Cane Field Clothing and Gallery– Clothing store featuring women’s and kid’s dresses and clothing.

See more Kauai East Side things to do here.

Shopping Kauai South Shore

Finding places to shop on the South Shore of Kauai is not only easy, but it’s super fun. Go back in time when you visit Old Koloa Town, or visit the Shops at Kukui’ula for the best luxury shopping in Kauai. Then there’s Poipu Shopping Village, a lovely outdoor mall with delightful shops.

Here are some of the best places to shop in Koloa, Kauai

We had such an amazing time visiting Koloa. The restaurants, shops and the people are simply wonderful. To me, Koloa has a different feeling, not like other shopping centers on Kauai. Old Koloa Town is filled with such history.

And the up and coming Koloa Village has such a relaxed vibe to it. Even though it was still partially under construction when we visited, there were some really neat shops that we enjoyed checking out.

Old Koloa Town Shops

• Na Koa Surf Co– Aloha wear for the whole family and island souvenirs.
• Billabong Koloa– Premier surf shop featuring gear rentals, clothing, accessories and more.
• Pineapples Boutique– Fresh resort wear, jewelry, accessories and island home decor.
• Hawaiian Artisans– A cultural gift gallery featuring beautiful Hawaiian art.
• Sister Sister– A modern lifestyle boutique for men and women.
• Fish Eye Kauai– A local Kauai art and photo gallery.
• Aloha from Koloa– Souvenir shop featuring gifts, clothing and local products.
• Sun of Aloha– Clothing, gifts and wood souvenirs.
• Kauai Gourmet Nuts– Exotic nuts made from local island ingredients.
• Divine Planet– Fun and funky fashion, jewelry and decor.
• Crazy Shirts– Modern tees with distinctive designs.
• Christian Riso Fine Art Gallery and Framing– Art gallery, collectibles and frame shop.
• Brianne & Company– Handmade, woman-owned and locally sourced jewelry made in Kauai.
• Kauai Chickens-Located directly behind the stores at Old Koloa Town, find clothing, hats and accessories for men, women and kids.

Koloa Village

• Del Sol– Color-changing clothing and accessories.
• Emporer’s Emporium-Hawaiian souvenirs and a wide variety of jewelry of all kinds.
• Flip Flop Shops– Casual footwear, bags, towels, sunglasses, beach inspired apparel & jewelry.
• The Village Market– Locally made goods showcasing Hawaiian culture.
• Village Thrive– Women’s boutique featuring clothing, jewelry and accessories.

Where to shop in Poipu, Kauai

So for us, The Shops at Kukui’ula really felt like luxury shopping in Kauai. Which, although not a bad thing, it’s just not our vibe. We went in a few stores there but didn’t stay too long.

When we brought our daughters on a trip, we stopped by Poipu Shopping Village and really liked it. It was relaxed, kind of a typical mall only in the most beautiful place on earth, Kauai. I would definitely recommend checking out both spots and see which you prefer.

The Shops at Kukui’ula

• Blue Ginger– Tropical resort wear for men, women, kids and infants.
• Cariloah– Naturally luxurious soft bedding, apparel and bath goods made from sustainable bamboo.
• Coutured Boutique– Featuring Bohemian inspired apparel, jewelry, hats, and Italian silks & linens.
• Crazy Shirts– Cool Tees and accessories for men, women and kids.
• Cruise Kauai– Swimwear, resort wear and fashions for an island lifestyle.
• Deja Vu Surf Hawaii– Kauai surf clothing, accessories, footwear, gear and more.
• Ha’upu Outpost– Outdoor equipment and apparel.
• Jams World– Items for the home and clothing, shoes and accessories for men, women and kids.
• Latitudes Gallery– Fine art gallery featuring the work of local photographers Stephanie Hogue and Steve Munch.
• lululemon-Clothing for yoga lovers, runners and everyone else.
• Mahina– Women’s clothing boutique featuring breezy sundresses, wearable tops and accessories.
• Malie Organics– All natural, organic spa and beauty products and women’s resort wear.
• Mana Grande’s Gems– Boutique featuring jewelry, clothing and accessories from Kauai and around the world.
• Martin & MacArthur– Koa furniture, jewelry, glass sculptures, paintings and more.
• OluKai– Durable footwear for watermen and women who enjoy an ocean lifestyle.
• Poipu Surf– Men’s and women’s surf fashion and beachwear as well as surf and stand up rentals.
• Reyn Spooner– Authentic aloha shirts featuring hand-painted patters by local Hawaiian artists.
• Salt + Sea– A collection of island original clothing and the hottest trends of beach ware and accessories.
• Sky Boutique– Stylish and trendy women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
• SoHa Keiki– Toys, gifts and home items for littles.
• SoHa Living– Unique and fun home and gift items.
• Sunglass Hut– Designer brand sunglasses.
• Tommy Bahama’s– Upscale apparel for men and women, footwear, jewelry, accessories and home decor.
• Tori Richard– Men’s and women’s clothing, accessories, and home furnishings.

Poipu Shopping Village

• By the Sea– Resort clothing, jewelry and accessories, footwear, home decor and artwork.
• Cariloah Bamboo– Clothing, hats, bath towels, bed sheets and jewelry made from bamboo blends.
• Crazy Shirts– T-shirts and casual wear produced with Aloha.
• Del Sol– Color-changing clothing and accessories.
• Elephant Walk– Art, jewelry, home decor, clothing, gifts and more.
• Honolua Surf Co– Clothing, footwear and accessories that enhance island life.
• Sky Boutique– Tasteful and stylish women’s clothing, shoes and accessories.
• Cove Poipu Beach– Island inspired gifts and decor.
• Making Waves– Swimwear, beach bags, sunglasses, hats, cover ups and sun care products.
• Kauai Clothing Company– A boutique featuring men’s, women’s and kid’s clothing, jewelry and gifts.
• Na Hoku– Fine jewelry including Tahitian pearls, diamonds and colored gemstones.
• Whalers General Store– Souvenirs, gifts, sunscreen, snacks and more.

Discover more Kauai South Shore things to do in this post.

Shopping West Side of Kauai

Although the West Side of Kauai might not have as many places to shop, there are some really unique stores. While some sell regular Hawaiian souvenirs, others sell locally made products that you can only get in Kauai. Visit Kalaheo, Hanapepe and Waimea and feel the small town vibe while browsing the shops. It’s truly amazing.

Kalaheo Shopping

We were able to visit the Kauai Coffee Company, which was amazing. Plus I am now officially addicted to their coffee and have it shipped to our house on the mainland every month.

I haven’t yet stopped at Warehouse 3540, so this is definitely on my to-do list for next trip. It looks so cool!

• Kauai Coffee Company-Their shop has clothing, mugs, stickers, bags and of course, coffee!
• Aloha Xchng-Surf, skate and outdoor goods as well as clothing & accessories for men, women and children. Two locations in Kalaheo.
• Warehouse 3540– Over a dozen locally owned, small businesses residing in a very hip and cool open air market.

Best Shopping in Hanapepe

Hanapepe, also known as Kauai’s biggest little town, is filled with history and charm. Stroll main street, browse the shops and experience island culture. Stop into some of the shops below to check out their products and say hi!

• J J Ohana’s-Wooden gifts, shell jewelry, and lots of Lilo and Stitch merchandise!
• Fonda’s Daughter-Vintage, Hawaiiana and modern day merch.
• Talk Story Bookstore– Books of all kinds: New, used, vintage, comic, out of print, and collectibles.
• Blu Umi– Art, fashion, home goods and more.
• Aloha Spice Company– Crafted organic gourmet seasonings, rubs and flavors made on Kauai.
• Lu.la.-Handmade jewelry, clothing and art from local artists and crafts people.
• Pu’uwai Gallery & Boutique– Kauai made jewelry, art and clothing from Hawaiian artisans.
• Salty Wahine– Gourmet Hawaiian sea salts and seasonings specializing in tropical fruit infusions.

Shopping in Waimea

Waimea has some really cool places to shop. There aren’t any big box stores but rather small, locally owned businesses. Which makes it a great way to support the local economy by shopping in Waimea.

• Red Dirt– Lots of souvenirs including Hawaiian dirt shirts, hats and more.
• Aloha Aina-Tanks, flannels, hats, board shorts, pants, bags and accessories.
• Flux Ceramics-Functional pottery such as mugs, vases, bowls, candles, tumblers and the like.
• Aunty Lilikoi Passion Fruit Products– Jellies, sauces, dressings, syrups, butters and mustards.
• RE:Mix Upcycle Boutique and Repair Shop– Recycled and remixed fashions.
• West Kauai Collective– Products made by local artisans, makers and entrepreneurs.
• Paradise Shells & Souvenirs– Clothing, jewelry, wooden items, postcards, stickers, etc.
• Hana Hou Gift Shop– T-shirts, jewelry, stuffed animals, gifts and souvenirs.
• Pau Hana T’s– Screen print a wide variety of t-shirts for men, women and kids.

Find out more things to do on Kauai’s West Side.

Best Place to Shop for Souvenirs in Kauai

With so many fun places to shop, it’s difficult to choose the best place to buy souvenirs in Kauai. But I will list a few of my favorites that should help you on your search for treasures to bring back to the mainland.

Souvenir Shops in Kauai

• ABC Stores-Island themed apparel, jewelry, gifts, home goods and food.
• Sunrise Emporium-T-shirts, sweatshirts, jewelry, hats, bags, small gifts and more.
• J J Ohana’s– Unique souvenirs and gifts such as handmade jewelry, art, music, t-shirts and much more.
• Coconut Marketplace– Souvenir shops like Jungle Rain, Elephant Walk and Kauai Pottery and Handmade Art.

Best Places to Shop on Kauai For Specific Items

Sometimes you already know what you’re looking for when it comes to specific products. We want to help you find the best place to shop on Kauai for specific items, whether you’re looking for gifts for others or something for yourself.

Where to Buy Malasadas in Kauai

There are some really wonderful Kauai bakeries, and many do make malasadas. One of our favorite places to get Malasadas is Passion Bakery Cafe located in Kapa’a. They are so yummy! Another really good bakery that makes malasadas is Kauai Bakery located in Kukui Grove. Visit my post to learn more about bakeries on Kauai.

Best Place to Buy Macadamia Nuts in Kauai

Macadamia nuts are a popular snack in Hawaii, and they can be found all over the island. I found that Walmart has a wide selection of different varieties of macadamia nuts, and the prices are pretty decent as well. We typically get a box or a bag to snack on in the hotel.

Where to Buy Alcohol in Kauai

Other than restaurants, we found that one of the best places to buy alcohol on Kauai is at ABC stores. They have a wide variety including mini bottles of everything from Koloa Rum to Baileys, and so much more.

Clothing Stores on Kauai

Whether you didn’t bring enough clothing or you’re looking for something special to spruce up your wardrobe, clothes shopping on Kauai is something you can easily do in your downtime. By providing you a few ideas we hope to make the process not only easy, but enjoyable as well.

This isn’t an extensive list of Kauai clothing stores as many have been previously mentioned in this post. But it will give you a few places to start looking for what you need.

• Hilo Hattie-Hawaiian print clothing for men, women and children plus jewelry and gifts. Located in Lihue.
• Tropical Tantrum– Traditional Hawaiian clothing that is colorful, fun and exciting. Locations in Kapa’a and Hanalei.
• Born Hawaii– Located in Kapa’a, a family owned clothing store carrying items for men, women and kids.
• Hanalei Trading Company– Clothing, accessories and gifts for men, women and children located in Hanalei, of course.

Where to Buy Leis in Kauai

There are many places to buy lei in Kauai, but it depends on what kind you are looking for. You can get flower lei, ti leaf lei, kukui nut lei, shell lei and more. Check out this post to learn more about some of the most popular Hawaiian lei.

Here are a few places to get lei in Kauai:

• Flowers Forever- located at 2979 Kalena St in Lihue.
• Blue Orchid Floral Design- 4365 Punee Rd in Koloa.
• JC’s Flowers- visit 2414 Kamole Rd in Kealia.
• Tropical Flowers Express- located at 6721 Kawaihau Rd in Kapaʻa.
• Puuwai Flowers- 4838 Puuwai Rd in Kalaheo.

Where to Grocery Shop on Kauai

Grocery shopping on Kauai may or may not be something you’ll do much of, depending on a couple factors: Where you’re staying and whether or not you like to cook on your vacation.

Many people do come to Kauai and rent condos, cottages and houses. Being that they usually come with full kitchens, most people who stay at these types of accommodations do at least some cooking. So giving options for grocery shopping will hopefully be helpful.

Here are some grocery stores on Kauai, listed by area:

• Princeville: Foodland Supermarket
• Hanalei: Big Save Market, Hanalei Market
• Kilauea: Kilauea Market and Cafe
• Kapa’a: Safeway, Big Save Market, Island Country Market.
• Lihue: Times Supermarket, Costco, Walmart, Target, Safeway.
• Koloa: Sueoka Market, Big Save Market, Hoku Foods Natural Market.
• Poipu: Whaler’s General Store, Kukuiula Market, Living Foods.
• Hanapepe: Big Save Market.
• Waimea: Big Save Market.

Farmer’s Markets

Other than grocery stores, farmer’s markets are another great place to shop for food, especially fresh fruit. You can also find pastries and baked goods, nuts, vegetables and more.

You can find some info in the following posts on Farmer’s Markets in various locations:

• Farmer’s Markets on the West Side
• North Shore Farmer’s Markets
• Farmer’s Market at Coconut Marketplace

This by far is not a complete list of Farmer’s Markets in Kauai. I will save that for another post.

I hope this post, The Ultimate Guide: The Best Places to Shop on Kauai will help you find fun and unique places to shop while on the island. Have a shop on Kauai you’d like included in this guide? Visit my contact page to send me a message.