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LIH Airport Food & Shopping Guide

Welcome to the Lihue Airport! From local cuisine at Mea Inu Bar and Grill to tropical libations at Stinger Ray's Tiki Bar and Lounge, there's a taste of Hawaii waiting for you at every corner. Quick bites at Ai Ono Cafe, a cup of coffee at Starbucks, or grab-and-go snacks from HMS Host Food Kiosk, we've got your culinary needs covered. And for the shopping enthusiasts, don't miss out on the News Stand and Tiare Enterprise Flower Shop for a unique Hawaiian shopping experience. This is just a taste of what awaits you at the Lihue Airport.

Below you will find more detailed information about some of the most popular restaurants, shops, and stores at the airport, including proximity to gates and links to amenity maps.

Tips, Help & Resources

With our airport maps at your fingers, iFly.com can help you find food or where to shop, but also get through, and between the LIH terminals with ease. Here are some tips to assist you during your journey through the airport:

  • If you have some time before your flight departs LIH airport, get a coffee, have a sit-down meal, or walk the shops within the terminals. You never know what treat or souvenir you might discover!
  • Need to kill some time before your flight's departure, check out these ideas for a layover.
  • Are you a frequent flyer or traveling in business or first class? Then check out where the Kauai Lihue airline lounges are located.
  • Should the need arise, the airport is equipped to handle special-needs persons, and also small medical emergencies that may arise.

Restaurants

At Lihue Airport, travelers can find a variety of dining options to cater to their needs. Whether you're looking for a hearty meal, a quick snack, or a refreshing beverage, there's something for everyone. Here's an overview of some of the most popular restaurants at the airport, grouped by their type.

Sit-down Restaurants:

  • Mea Inu Bar and Grill: This restaurant features locally brewed micro-brews from various islands. Guests can indulge in the sophisticated tastes of the exotic Hawaiian islands in a comfortable and relaxing environment. They are open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Stinger Ray's Tiki Bar and Lounge: Offering local favorites as well as tropical libations, in an open-air setting. They are open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Fast Food:

  • Ai Ono Cafe: Offers a menu including sandwiches, burgers, and various hot dishes along with daily specials and some local favorites. They are open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Coffee Shops:

  • Starbucks: Offers espresso-based drinks, brewed coffees, and frappuccinos in addition to premium teas, fine pastries, and other delectable treats. They are open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Snacks and Beverages:

  • HMS Host Food Kiosk: Offers grab and go snacks and beverages. The opening hours depend on flight times.

In addition to these dining options, the Island Marketplace provides last-minute shopping of Kauai/Hawaii apparel and souvenirs, coffee, candy, fresh pineapple, etc. They are open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Shops & Stores

Lihue Airport, nestled in the beautiful island of Kauai, Hawaii, offers a unique shopping experience to travelers. From local Hawaiian souvenirs to essential travel items, the airport shops ensure that all traveler needs are catered to. Here, we highlight some of the most popular shops at the airport.

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  • News Stand: This is your one-stop shop for reading materials, snacks, beverages, and other items that you might need for your inter-island or overseas flight. Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., it ensures that you are all set for your journey.
  • Tiare Enterprise Flower Shop: Open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., this flower shop offers a unique shopping experience. Grab a beautiful Hawaiian flower arrangement as a souvenir from your trip or as a gift for your loved ones.

Please be sure to check at the airport for the most up-to-date store locations and hours, as this information can change at any time.

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Kauai Lihue Airport food shopping Q&A

The airport offers a variety of dining options, including sit-down restaurants like Mea Inu Bar and Grill and Stinger Ray's Tiki Bar and Lounge, fast food from Ai Ono Cafe, coffee at Starbucks, and snacks and beverages at HMS Host Food Kiosk.
Starbucks offers espresso-based drinks, brewed coffees, and frappuccinos in addition to premium teas, fine pastries, and other delectable treats. They are open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Yes, you can enjoy local cuisine at Mea Inu Bar and Grill and tropical drinks at Stinger Ray's Tiki Bar and Lounge.
Most restaurants at the airport are open from early morning until late evening. However, the exact timings can vary, so it's best to check the individual restaurant for exact timings.
The airport offers a unique shopping experience with stores like the News Stand and Tiare Enterprise Flower Shop. You can also visit the Island Marketplace for last-minute shopping of Kauai/Hawaii apparel and souvenirs.
You can find reading materials, snacks, beverages, and other items for your flight at the News Stand, which is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Yes, you can buy beautiful Hawaiian flower arrangements at the Tiare Enterprise Flower Shop, which is open daily from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Yes, most shops and restaurants at the airport are open daily. However, the specific opening hours can vary.
Yes, you can find local Kauai/Hawaii apparel and souvenirs at the Island Marketplace.
More detailed information about the restaurants, shops, and stores at the airport can be found on the Lihue Airport website.