Markʻs Place

Recently I discovered perhaps the best plate lunch on Kauaʻi at Mark's Place, located west of the Lihue shopping mall in Puhi. Food is always well prepared and fresh, portions are plentiful, and service is friendly. They take orders at the register and food is prepared to go but there are a few picnic benches outside if you want to eat there. This place is clearly a favorite with the locals and it is so popular you should expect it to be crowded so parking is tight and you will have to wait a few minutes in line to order but it works out just fine - you might meet someone while everyone is standing around and waiting. If you are in a hurry check out the menu as well as daily specials first, then call to place your order in advance.

In addition to the regular menu they have daily specials as well as a selection of baked goods. Today I had the Furikake crusted ahi, wasabi butter sauce ($10.75) - it was well prepared, generous portion, and quite tasty. I you like spicy food I recommend adding (to taste) some Sriracha sauce (available there) to the mac salad to give it a little kick.

Getting there: Mark's Place is tucked away in an industrial area a ways from the main highway so it's a little tricky to find the first time. From Highway 50 at the Puhi intersection (opposite Kauaʻi Community College) go makai (South) a half mile; turn right at Hanalima Street; turn right at Haleukana Street and immediately turn right into the parking lot.

Details: (for latest see the web site)

1610 Haleukana Street  Lihue, HI 96766

(808) 245-2522

Monday thru Friday:  10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, closed weekends and holidays