Where to Eat After a Beach Day in Poipu: Koloa Thai Bistro

You've spent the day snorkeling at Poipu Beach, spotted Hawaiian monk seals, and watched the sunset paint Shipwreck Beach in golden hues. Now you're hungry – really hungry. Skip the crowded resort restaurants and head five minutes up the road to Old Koloa Town, where Koloa Thai Bistro serves the South Shore's most flavorful Thai cuisine, fresh sushi, and entertaining hibachi dining.

The Perfect Post-Beach Dinner Spot

Kauai's South Shore is famous for its sunny weather, world-class beaches, and upscale resorts. But when it comes to dining, some of the best options aren't inside the hotels – they're in the charming historic town just up Koloa Road.

Koloa Thai Bistro sits on the second floor of The Shops at Koloa Village, offering a modern rustic atmosphere that's relaxed enough for sandy flip-flops yet elevated enough for a memorable dinner. After a day in the ocean, there's something deeply satisfying about fragrant Thai curries, crisp spring rolls, and ice-cold Thai iced tea.

Why South Shore Visitors Choose Koloa Thai Bistro

Farm-Fresh Ingredients

We source vegetables from local Kauai farms, ensuring every dish features the freshest produce the island offers. Thai cuisine emphasizes fresh herbs and aromatics – lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, and Thai basil – and we prepare dishes daily to maximize flavor and nutrition.

Three Cuisines Under One Roof

Can't decide between Thai food and sushi? At Koloa Thai Bistro, you don't have to. Our menu features:

Thai Classics:

• Pad Thai with tamarind sauce and crushed peanuts
• Drunken Noodles packed with Thai basil and chilies
• Green, Red, and Yellow Curries with coconut milk
• Tom Yum and Tom Kha soups
• Hawaiian Curry – our island-Thai fusion specialty
• Cashew Prik Pao served in a fresh pineapple bowl

Fresh Sushi:

• Hand-rolled specialty rolls
• Sashimi and nigiri
• Poke bowls with island-fresh fish

Hibachi/Teppanyaki: