Tidepools Menu (Update 2025)
Welcome to Tidepools, a premier dining experience nestled in the lush surroundings of the Grand Hyatt Kauai. This unique restaurant artfully combines the flavors of Hawaii, seafood, and classic steakhouse fare, offering guests an unforgettable culinary adventure. The menu boasts exceptional dishes like the butter-poached lobster and the macadamia nut-crusted mahi mahi, both served with locally-inspired accompaniments.
Start your meal with delectable appetizers such as taro root croquettes or the highly praised tahitian ceviche, presented in a coconut shell. For those seeking a lighter fare, the Tidepools Caesar salad complements the experience perfectly.
With stunning views and an atmosphere that is both vibrant and tranquil, Tidepools is a must-visit for diners wanting to savor fresh, high-quality dishes that celebrate the Aloha spirit.
Ho Ono Ono Ai (Appetizer)
Taro Root Croquettes v
Ginger | artichoke | local mushrooms | spinach | carrot | sesame miso sauce
Mahi & Prawn Satay gf
Lemongrass | coconut | macadamia nuts | sweet chili lime aioli
Crab Cakes
Basil aioli | tomato-ginger relish | avocado mousse
Polenta Crusted Scallops
Harissa-chili caramel sauce
Polenta Crusted Scallops gf
Harissa chili caramel sauce
Ahi-Hamachi Poke Duo
Ogo | red onion | ginger | scallions | soy mirin | red pepper reduction
Tahitian Ceviche gf
Fresh lime juice | local cucumber | cilantro |coconut milk | alaea sea salt | served in a coconut shell
Tempura Stuffed Ahi
Cold water lobster | spicy soy mustard sauce | nori | cilantro
Island Chowder
Diver scallops | hawaiian chili peppers | coconut milk | molokai sweet potato
Kawailoa Greens v gf
Big island hearts of palms | local cucumber | mango | artichoke | blackened pecans | surfing goat chevre | papaya vinaigrette
Tidepools Caesar v
Baby romaine | shaved manchego | togarashi croutons | maui onion dressing
Citrus Spinach & Beet Salad
Point reyes blue cheese | belgian endive | toasted macadamia nuts | orange segments | avocado | bacon | honey truffle vinaigrette
Warm Surfing Goat Cheese Fritter v
Baby kula greens | roasted hazelnut | fuji apples | maple soy vinaigrette
Kupa a Lau ai (Soups & Salads)
Mai Ke Kai (From the Sea)
Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi
Roasted banana-macadamia nut sauce | moloka i sweet potato | papaya-avocado relish
Hawaiian Catch
Cold water lobster | soy-ginger glazed catch | coconut crusted shrimp cake | molokai sweet potato | lemongrass beurre blanc
Grilled Local Ahi
Big island vanilla bean kabayaki sauce | seasonal vegetables | caramelized maui onion wasabi whipped potatoes | spicy mustard-soy butter sauce
Opah gf
Volcano candy spice | jumbo lump crabmeat | roasted fingerling potatoes | seasonal vegetables | papaya-habanero sauce
Butter Poached Lobster
Molokai sweet potato | seasonal vegetables | drawn butter
Local Snapper
Local stir fry vegetables | buckwheat soba noodles | chili garlic sauce
Grilled New York
Longboard lager reduction | roasted fingerling potatoes | lawai farms oyster mushrooms | sautéed maui onion | seasonal vegetables
Certified Angus Slow Roasted Prime Rib
Hawaiian salt and herb rub | truffle jus | horseradish cream
Filet Mignon
Kabayaki butter sauce | sautéed maui onion | roasted garlic & tomato
Grilled Wild Boar Rack of Ribs gf
Mango soy reduction | moloka i sweet potatoes | baby bok choy
Create Your Own Surf & Turf
Mai Ka Aina (From the Land)
Lau ai (Vegetarian)
Misoyaki Tofu v
Kabocha puree | fried leeks | saffron quinoa | seasonal vegetables | miso caramel