The Sandbox Poolside Restaurant
A poolside, ocean-facing retreat with sweeping views of Hanalei Bay and a menu of locally sourced, classic Hawaiian beach fare. A perfect gathering spot for families to gather, lounge, share a meal and take a dip in the pool.
Featuring the perfect poolside bites like poke bowls, fish tacos, burgers on locally baked bread, a wood-burning pizza oven, and keiki menu (for your minis). Beverages are designed for poolside lounging, with craft cocktails made from 50+ agave spirits, frozen drinks, locally sourced beer, cider, kombuchas, and low-ABV seltzer.
Located on the 1st floor.
Eat, Drink, and Delight in the Season
Embrace the warmth of shared memories with inviting spaces and done-for-you event planning that bring you closer to the true joy of the holidays. Savor the magic of the festive season through intimate or grand celebrations inspired by nature—and joyful meals crafted with the freshest local and seasonal ingredients.
Stay tuned to craft your holiday cheer with our festive menus.
Monday Extended Hours
Join us on Monday evenings for dinner and live music at The Sandbox. Enjoy casual dining at our outdoor, poolside restaurant overlooking Hanalei Bay — to the sounds of live music by local artists.
Bar | 10am-8pm
Food | 11am-8pm
Live music | 6pm-8pm
Meet Our Local Purveyors
Supporting local farmers and growers is essential to our sustainability efforts. Our island purveyors provide us with the freshest ethically sourced ingredients to ensure a mindful experience
Menu
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Kukui Nut Guacamole & Chipsavocado, pico de gallo, crispy tortilla & local chips (V, GF) 22, Add salsa verde or salsa roja 3
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Roasted Beet Hummuslocal vegetable crudité, flat bread (V) 17
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Lemon Hummuslocal vegetable crudité, flat bread (V) 17
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Kaua'i Fruitsseasonal selection (V, GF, NF) 22
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Fresh Catch CevicheKaua'i citrus, jalapeño leche de tigre, red onion, radish, chips (NF, DF, GF) 25
Wood Fired Pizza & Flatbreads
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Margherita PizzaKaua'i tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, torn rooftop basil (VG, NF) 25
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Pepperoni Pizzasliced pepperoni, shredded mozzarella (NF) 30
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Hulihuli Pizzabbq chicken, mozzarella, white cheddar, caramelized onions, applewood smoked bacon, Hawaiian BBQ sauce (NF) 27
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Daily Pizza Specialhand-tossed pizza dough, toppings of rht
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Kauaʻi Garden Flatbreadali'i mushrooms, red peppers, Kaua'i tomatoes, eggplant, basil, mozzarella (vegan cheese available upon request) (VG, NF) 26
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North Shore FlatbreadKahuku shrimp, baby arugula, shaved parmesan, lemon zest, white sauce (NF) 26
Sandbox Signatures
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The Sandbox SmashburgerWagyu blend patty, natural bacon-pineapple preserve, Cooper Cheese, caramelized onion, house pickles, arugula, Passion Bakery sweet bun, fries (NF) 29
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The 1 Veggie Burgerblack bean patty, umami sauce, caramelized onions, baby arugula, Passion Bakery sweet bun, fries (VG, NF) 26
Street Style Tacos
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Tempura Shrimpavocado tomatillo salsa (DF, NF) 24
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Achiote Marinated Local Catchavocado tomatillo salsa (GF, DF, NF) 25
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Chicken Verdecaramelized onion, chile de arbol salsa (GF, DF, NF) 22
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Carne Asadapineapple, avocado salsa (GF, DF, NF) 25
Salads & Poké
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Kaua'i Grown GreensCharred sweet corn, Kaua'i mango, avocado, crushed curry cashews, torn crispy wontons, POG vinaigrette (VG) 20 Salad Enhancements: Fresh Catch 15, Grilled Prawns 16, Carne Asada 16, Hulihuli Chicken 14
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Harvest Chopped SaladHearty lettuces, herbed tomato, cucumber, sweet peppers, pickled red onion, roasted sweet potato, marinated chickpeas, pickled mustard seed, sherry lemon vinaigrette (V, GF, NF) 25. Salad Enhancements: Fresh Catch 15, Grilled Prawns 16, Carne Asada 16, Hulihuli Chicken 14
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Greek TomatoHeirloom tomato, local feta cheese, red onion, kalamata olives, cucumber, fresno vinaigrette (VG, GF, NF) 23 Salad Enhancements: Fresh Catch 15, Grilled Prawns 16, Carne Asada 16, Hulihuli Chicken 14
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Healthy BowlRice, quinoa, sweet potato, pickled red onion, roasted mushrooms, soft egg, toasted sesame, baby kale, roasted peppers, umami sauce (VG, GF, NF) 26 Salad Enhancements: Fresh Catch 15, Grilled Prawns 16, Carne Asada 16, Hulihuli Chicken 14
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Kaua'i Style Spicy Poké Bowllocal ʻahi tuna, white rice, edamame, ogo, tobiko, Korean chilis, furikake, unagi sauce (DF) 29
Sides
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Za'atar Friesroasted garlic butter, grated parmesan, herbs (VG, NF) 15
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Local Kaua'i Fruit Cup(V, GF, NF) 12
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Fresh Crudité(V) 10
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Tortilla Chips(V) 10
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Local Greens SaladPOG Vinaigrette (V, GF, NF) 10
Sweets
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Papalani Gelatodaily selection (VG, GF) 9
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Sorbetdaily selection (V) 9
Poolside Libations
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Kula SpritzKula Strawberry infused Aperol, Giuliana Prosecco, Fever Tree Grapefruit soda 20
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Ono MargaritaTeremana Blanco Tequila, Ilegal Mezcal, Cointreau, liliko'i, citrus, agave 22
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Mai TaiKōloa Kaua'i White Rum, Kōloa Kaua'i Dark Rum, Appleton Estate Signature Rum, orange curacao, orgeat, lime 22
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Hanalei ShorebreakMoet & Chandon Ice, Grey Goose Vodka, St. Germain, lemon, fresh berries, cucumber 25
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Hana HouHendricks Gin, aloe vera, melon, cucumber, Fever Tree Yuzu & Lime soda 20
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Polynesian PrinceKuleana Hui Hui Rum, Kōloa Kaua'i Coconut Rum, vanilla, house-made macadamia nut orgeat, lime, aromatic bitters (SC) 24
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Spicy MargaritaPatron Reposado Tequila, mango, Ancho Reyes, lime, sal de gusano (SC) 24
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Prickly Pear PalomaDos Hombres Mezcal, prickly pear, lime, Fever Tree Lime & Yuzu soda, tajin 24
Frozen Cocktails
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Frose Pink FlamingoRosé, Tito's Handmade Vodka, guava, lillet, fresh citrus
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Banana ColadaBacardi Superior Rum, Kōloa Kaua'i Spiced Rum, banana, coconut duo, pineapple
Zero-Proof Cocktails
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Makana ManaMango, Wai Koko coconut water, lime, yuzu, Fever Tree Yuzu soda
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Lilikoʻi SpritzLocal liliko'i, charged water, lime
Draft Beer
Bottled / Canned Beer
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Heineken
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Modelo
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Big Wave Golden Ale
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Lagunitas a Little Sumpin' Sumpin Ale
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Heineken 0.0
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Ola Maʻa Lager
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Ola Lilikoʻi IPA
Canned Selections
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Plant Botanicals Seltzer11
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Kona Seltzer11
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Ola Brew Hard Seltzer11
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Juneshine Hard Kombucha11
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Guava Lava Cider11
Wine
Bubbles
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Mumm Napa Rosé Brut, California20/72
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Giuliana, Prosecco, Italy(SC) 18/72
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Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut Champagne N.V., France42/168
White
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Gérard Bertrand, Cotes des Roses, Sauvignon Blanc, France(SC) 18/72
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Chalk Hill, Sonoma Coast, Chardonnay, California(SC) 22/88
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Twomey, Sauvignon Blanc, California(SC) 19/76
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Jermann, Pinot Grigio, Italy(O) 18/72
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Long Shadows, Poet's Leap Riesling, Washington20/80
Rosé
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Chateau d'Esclans, The Beach Rosé, France18/72
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Pink Flamingo Rosé, France18/72
Red
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Cloudline, Pinot Noir, Oregon(SC) 18/72
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Emilio Moro, "Finca Reslaso," Tempranillo, Spain(O, BD) 18/72
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Tinto Negro, Malbec, Argentina20/80