Ilima Terrace Restaurant
Tranquil terrace dining at Grand Hyatt with koi ponds, swans, and ocean views. Perfect for breakfast or lunch.
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Ilima Terrace Restaurant
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Must-see attractions
Tranquil terrace dining at Grand Hyatt with koi ponds, swans, and ocean views. Perfect for breakfast or lunch.
"Beautiful setting and view, a delightful and romantic experience to start your day."
Visit during lunchtime
Opt for lunch to avoid crowds and enjoy a more peaceful dining experience.
Secure a lake view seat
Arrive early to snag a table by the pond with swans for an extra special dining ambiance.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American
Price
$$$
Phone
(808) 742-1234
Address
1571 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756, USA
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Romantic Ambiance with Swans
Dine amidst lush foliage and tranquil koi ponds, serenaded by a resident swan couple, creating a uniquely romantic experience.
Breathtaking Ocean Views
Enjoy picturesque views of Keoneloa Bay from the open-air terrace, offering a bright and cheerful atmosphere.
Extensive Breakfast Buffet
Indulge in a diverse and professional breakfast buffet with options for every palate, from local Hawaiian dishes to classic favorites.
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Visit during lunchtime
Opt for lunch to avoid crowds and enjoy a more peaceful dining experience.
Secure a lake view seat
Arrive early to snag a table by the pond with swans for an extra special dining ambiance.
Buffet is a good deal
The buffet is often a better value than ordering à la carte.
Hidden Gem Location
It's slightly hard to find; head past check-in, towards the water and down steps.
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Visit during lunchtime
Opt for lunch to avoid crowds and enjoy a more peaceful dining experience.
Secure a lake view seat
Arrive early to snag a table by the pond with swans for an extra special dining ambiance.
Buffet is a good deal
The buffet is often a better value than ordering à la carte.
Hidden Gem Location
It's slightly hard to find; head past check-in, towards the water and down steps.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Ilima Terrace Restaurant garners praise for its stunning ambiance, featuring koi ponds, swans, and ocean views, making for a romantic and pleasant dining setting. While many rave about the extensive and delicious breakfast buffet, a few diners found the selection limited or the pricing too high for the quality, though service is consistently noted as friendly and attentive.
"It seems overpriced, but is comparable to every other restaurant in the area. Delicious, fresh offerings. My favorite is the papaya with chia pudding (the first option on the menu), but instead of having a side of oatmeal brûlée, I feel like it should have a protein as a side. The servers are always so friendly and the swan couple you get to watch as you dine puts a romantic spin on the experience."
Megan Vittetoe
"Long stay at the Hyatt and look forward to breakfast each day here. What a creative, professional, diverse breakfast buffet! Too much to note here but there is NOTHING missing for breakfast or brunch options! The staff is so friendly and personable."
Darrel Brown
"The worst breakfast we ate in Hawaii, pitiful buffet with a sad variety for $52pp. Oatmeal was a water soup that had disintegrated over they days as they kept putting out what looked like the same bowl because no one was eating it. Small omelette bar with limited add in options. The hot buffet items were bland and low quality, a sad “frittata” that was an egg cake with a tiny dusting of mushrooms on top, old bread from the buffet turned into French toast, and mush fried rice were just some of the options. They didn’t rotate items so it was pretty much the exact same thing day after day. If you like salmon Wellington you’re in luck, it’s served every morning. The fruit was not ripe and very limited options."
Sophie Fox
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Frequently Asked Questions
For a more peaceful experience and to secure a seat with a lake view, consider visiting during lunchtime or arriving early for breakfast.
The ambiance is elegant, suggesting resort-casual attire. Loud children or guests without manners might feel out of place.
The breakfast buffet is priced around $52 per person, which is considered high by some, but many find it worth the experience.
Yes, the restaurant offers a large assortment of gluten-free options, especially within the buffet.
The restaurant can be a bit hard to find. From the hotel's front door, head diagonally right towards the water and down some steps.
Popular items include Eggs Benedict, papaya with chia pudding, and various fresh fruit platters. The buffet also features diverse options.
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A lovely setting comprised of lush foliage, water features, and graceful swans invites patrons to appreciate the hotel's natural beauty while they enjoy an array of delicious fare. The open-air venue is a perfect destination for breakfast or lunch, when you can opt for something light like a wrap, Cobb salad, or club sandwich. At the celebrated Sunday brunch, which is a gourmand's dream, you can feast on crepes, hot entrees, quiche, omelets, and much more.
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The Ilima Terrace Restaurant is one of the best restaurant in Kauai and offers delicious meals for breakfast and lunch. It is open from 6:00 AM to 2:00 Pm daily and is located at the Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa. It is a breakfast buffet option filled with breakfast treats the entire family will love.
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What we loved: Since we were staying at the The Grand Hyatt, heading down for breakfast was so easy and so convenient. They open at 6am so its perfect for an early morning of adventuring. The restaurant is right next to their swans that live on property.
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Ilima Terrace (Poipu) is a lovely open-air venue that is great to enjoy breakfast or lunch. The breakfast buffet is good…even better since you can enjoy it while admiring the serene koi pond and ocean views. Located inside the Grand Hyatt.
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An opulent buffet with a large assortment of gluten free options. You can order from the menu but the buffet is a better deal. Besides the normal breakfast options they also have dim sum and a selection of Hawaiian fruit.
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