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Lanai's own version of Hawaii regional cuisine draws on the fresh bounty provided by local farmers and fishermen, combined with the skills of well-regarded chefs. The upscale menus at the Four Seasons Resort Lanai encompass European- and Asian-inspired cuisine as well as innovative preparations of international favorites and vegetarian delights. All Four Seasons Resort restaurants offer children's menus. Lanai City's eclectic ethnic fare runs from construction-worker-size local plate lunches to poke (raw fish), pizza, and pasta. Lanai "City" is really a small town; restaurants sometimes close their kitchens early, and only a few are open on Sunday.
This chic bistro-style eatery serves delicious dishes made with line-caught fish and other ultra-fresh ingredients, including some—like locally harvested axis deer—that you won’t find anywhere else. Options range from pasta and burgers to a raw bar and other seafood to heartier fare like duck confit or pork chops. Live music and large drink menus make it a nice choice for special occasions or a long meal with friends.
Locals and visitors in the know are hip to Lanai’s best-kept food secret, namely, the tasty bowls, smoothies, and juices from the Lanai Wai pop-up. Sometimes it serves from a food truck, sometimes it appears along a walking route near Sensei Resort, and sometimes you have to text to find out where to pick up your order (contactless options are available). Aςai-bowl lovers won’t want to miss the fresh, vibrant options made here.
A local favorite, this lunchroom-style café has picnic tables in the landscaped front yard where you can watch the town drive by, plus a few more tables in the no-frills interior. The menu includes local favorites like kimchi fried rice, as well as massive plate lunches and daily specials.
