Whalers General Store is a well-stocked, clean store very close to Poipu Beach, within easy walking distance. It is the only place nearby that sells groceries, beer, and a bunch of other standard items. The store has tons of souvenirs to choose from and carries apparel, snacks, and ready-made foods like fruit bowls, salads, and bento bowls. It offers a large selection and high quality. The store is expensive, with much higher prices than some others, which is attributed to its proximity to many high-end resorts; customers pay a premium for convenience. However, visitors can find good value in the mornings by looking for food and snacks marked down 50%, making it the cheapest meal in the area. A helpful tip is to heat up bento bowls before leaving the store. Customer experiences with staff can vary. Some visitors find the cashiers very nice and helpful, with one noting a cashier absolutely made their day. Other experiences have been less positive, with reports of a cashier being rude and belligerent or making interactions feel awkward and unwelcoming. Despite this, the store remains highly recommended by many for its location and selection.
Wide variety of merchandise for all your Kauai vacation needs. Clean large store and convenient to Poipu beach. Sale person Kyra was very helpful and friendly.
July 2025
It's more like tourist shop. You can find a lot of stuff there, they have drink section, snacks, clothes and souvenir stuff. Everything is very expensive :)
March 2025
I want to love this place so bad but it is horribly filthy. Like health concern status. The ceiling is black and covered with dust. And it smells like dust and mold in the air. Needs a good cleaning.
