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Merriman's Kauai, Koloa, HI
Merriman's Kauai, Koloa, HI
Merriman's Kauai, Koloa, HI
Merriman's Kauai, Koloa, HI
Merriman's Kauai, Koloa, HI

Merriman's Kauai

4.8
4.8
4452 Reviews
$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
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Chef-Owner Peter Merriman has brought his unique style of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine served in a casual yet elegant setting of Old Hawaii Plantation. A pioneer in the "Farm to Table" concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. His international menu items are prepared in a manner that highlights the natural flavors of these fresh, local foods. Located in Poipu, we feature both mauka (mountain) and makai (ocean) views as well as sunset veiws over the Kukui'ula resort. The aloha-friendly staff, with a food and beverage knowledge second to none, will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 742-8385
  • Website
    http://www.merrimanshawaii.com/poipu/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Charles Akins
  • Private party contact
    eventskauai@merrimanshawaii.com: (808) 742-8385
  • Location
    2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street #G-149, Koloa, HI 96756
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Cross street
    Poipu Road
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Shops at Kukuiula. Self parking available.
  • Public transit
    Kukuiula Store across the street.
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Daily from 6pm-9pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • $110 Thanksgiving Pre Fixe Dinner

    $110.00 per person

    Nov 23, 2023 only
    $110 Thanksgiving Pre Fixe Dinner Join us at Merriman's Kauai for our 3 course pre fixe Thanksgiving Holiday Dinner. The menu will be available to view early October at www.merrimanshawaii.com. We are currently accepting reservations for parties of 10 or less. We will hold your table for you 15 minutes past your reservation time, if you are running late please call ahead of your arrival. We ask that you limit your experience with us to 2 hours as a courtesy to other reservations. Should your plans change we ask that you cancel your reservation no later than 48 hours prior. Reservations canceled within 48 hours of your reservation time will be subject to a $25 per person cancelation fee.

What 4,452 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Ambiance

  • Kauai

    Best Value

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Good for special occasions

  • Kauai

    Lively

  • Kauai

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

4,452 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an experience! Karen was fantastic and her knowledge of the menu was extremely helpful. We went with her suggestions and everything was excellent. We want to specifically shoutout Ryan, the fantastic chef, who took the time out of his evening to visit our table and share information about the delicious meal we just finished. It is very rare you get to meet the chef who created the dishes you ate and we were very grateful for his time and expertise. We look forward to visiting next year and enjoying the view. Thank you to this team for the dining experience that went above and beyond!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We arrived an hour early for our dinner reservation in the hopes of having a couple of drinks first. The hostess seated us at the bar immediately and let us know we'd be moved to a table closer to our reservation. The signature cocktails were divine! About 20 minutes shy of our reservation time we were moved to a booth by the west-facing windows/openings, perfect for viewing the sunset. Our server Caren was fabulous and provided great recommendations on food & wine. The chocolate purse dessert was equally impressive. We would definitely come back to this Merriman's location!

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  3. Dianeg

    Charleston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding service , food was amazing , fresh and delicious . Musician was personable , atmosphere light and. Relaxing .

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  4. RichardK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambience is beautiful, the service exceptional and the food...oh my so delicious. The Mai tai with foam on top was something I never had before and it was so yummy. Had delicious fish with macadamia on top that was out of this world. We saved room for the chocolate purse dessert with a lovely presentation and delicious as well. Our waiter was outstanding. Love this place and will tell our friends.

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  5. jacquelinep

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The mai tais were excellent. My steak was wonderful and my husband’s macadamia nut fish was excellent.

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  6. CandyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved Merriman’s. Food was amazing. Mai Tai was on point. Would definitely come back!

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  7. MarkM

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and ambiance. The ahi was seared and flavored to perfection.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had crab cakes for appetizer, MERRIMAN'S DUO PLATE Mac Nut Crusted Fresh Catch, Sake Mushroom Reduction, Petite Kua Aina Ranch Filet Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Herb Butter, cherry fizz mocktail drink, and LILIKOI MOUSSE, Whipped Cream, Fresh Fruit, Macadamia Nut Shortbread Cookie PINEAPPLE MACADAMIA NUT BREAD PUDDING, Rum Butter Sauce, House Made Vanilla Ice Cream for dessert. Alax, the waitress, was so energetic and helpful with the menu. We loved everything ordered and hope to visit a Merriman’s again sometime soon! *****

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  9. RPDG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were celebrating a special occasion. Merrimans made even that more special. We can not show our appreciation enough about this special place.

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  10. Diane59

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and the service was superb. Both my husband and I ordered the Venison and Shrimp Kabobs. We were not disappointed. We also recommend the pineapple bread pudding for dessert. Highly recommend Merriman’s for dinner.

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  11. EffieC

    Sacramento

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is our favorite place to dine. Always delicious fresh seafood and the best Mai tai’s ever. Great staff and nice entertainment too.

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  12. Meredith

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love Merriman’s! Food is amazing, service is fantastic. We were celebrating an anniversary as well as an engagement. They went above and beyond to make us, as well our the other couple, feel special. Ask to sit on the back lanai for a spectacular sunset. Also the mai tais are the best on the island. Highly recommend! Must visit any time we are on Kauai! 

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  13. MikeB

    San Francisco

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a nice quiet table. Merriman’s gave imus an anniversary drink and desert. The food was creative and tasty. The cherry on top was Cairn SP?) our waitress. She explained each dish and made our night extra special

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  14. TraceyC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As part of our 25th wedding anniversary celebration, my husband and I ate at Merriman's Kauai. From the time we arrived to the time we left, everything was excellent! The location is fabulous and we were seated with an ocean front view. We received 2 glasses complimentary glasses of champagne. We loved our waiter, Bobby. He was so personable and funny! I appreciated that he was great about taking our picture. He even did it again at the end of our meal when it was getting close to sunset so the background was beautiful (his idea :) ). The food was so delicious. The dessert they served us with Happy Anniversary in Hawaiian, spelled out in chocolate was a dreamy lilikoi mousse. If you are like me, and do research about where to eat, especially when celebrating a big anniversary, look no further than Merriman's Kauai. You won't be disappointed.

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  15. DonnaY

    Indiana

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another wonderful meal at Merriman’s. We always try to get in every time that we are on the island. The food never disappoints and the cocktails were wonderful.

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  16. AliaG

    Las Vegas

    114 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    114 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Love the live local musician playing while we dine. Mai tais are their signature cocktail for a reason and I highly recommend them. Just be sure to mix the lilikoi top into the drink to help reduce the fact that they don't skimp on the rum. I also highly recommend the Tako a la escargot. (aka octopus prepared in an escargot style... lots of butter, garlic and parsley.... YUM!) I also highly recommend the pineapple bread pudding for dessert. Another big YUM!

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  17. CLBS

    Los Angeles

    35 reviews

    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The meals were excellent. Our waiter Bobbie was very personable and helpful. Only two concerns: The noise level was high for easy conversation. It was 45 minutes between order and dinner. We will go back as it was an overall positive experience.

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  18. ArianaH

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious. They definitely take pride in each of their dishes. This is not just some tourist trap restaurant with a yummy sounding menu but mediocre quality dishes. They put aloha in every dish. The service was good too. They seemed to truly care about our experience there. We loved it so much, we booked a reservation for the very next night. Ordered the same main dish (Mac nut crusted fresh catch) and the 2nd night it was a different fish than the night before. That let me know it is truly fresh. We will be back. Mahalo!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the last dinner of our vacation. Merriman’s did not disappoint! We started with the crab cakes appetizer that were probably the best I have ever had. I get the New York Strip that was cooked to perfection and my wife got the Mo Kai which featured fresh caught Ono. It too was very tasty. For my birthday they offered a complementary Lilikoi Mouse which was fresh and light. However, we wanted a little more and we ordered the Pineapple Bread Pudding. This was an unbelievable dessert. Everything was great up to that point but the Bread Pudding put this restaurant off the charts. Well done!

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  20. Alpiner

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Excellent and interesting food and creative cocktails.

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  21. ZaidenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good service and food. the waiter was nice and always checked up on us and gave us whatever we needed. would come back here again

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Merriman’snへは、Big Islandで一度食事をした時の印象が良かったので、Kauaiでも訪問しました。味付けが日本人好みで、中華風アレンジなので食欲が増します。フィレステーキとコンボデュオ両方とも美味しかったです。店の雰囲気も2階の比較的オープンな空間で居心地が良かったです。また、来ます！

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  23. Aloha1

    Houston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have celebrated our anniversary at Merriman’s for 13 years because of the atmosphere, food, service, and over all ambiance. Excellent customer service is always provided by the associates and everything on the menu is delicious. We highly recommend Merriman’s for a great meal and an even better experience.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful experience. Ordered the venison and shrimp kabob, the Kalua quesadilla and a ceviche that was on special. Great food, great service. Would recommend!

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  25. StanL

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating a birthday. Sunset view from table in quiet area. Service was excellent, informed and attentive but not intrusive. Food and preparation were excellent as well,

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  26. Crizzle

    San Francisco

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best Mai Tais in the island. Food was spectacular. Our service was friendly and fun. Probably my favorite restaurant on Kauai.

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  27. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience3
    Compared to Merriman’s in Maui it was a disappointment. The food came out cold. We went to celebrate our son In law’s birthday, they didn’t even give it a mention when they knew. Unfortunately we won’t be coming back.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Merriman’s was a delight. It was the best meals we had all week.

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  29. KandA

    Denver

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful dinner at Merriman’s, and our server, Camille, had wonderful dinner suggestions and made out time very relaxed and enjoyable. We look forward to dining there again!

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  30. Bill

    San Diego

    78 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food and service efficient and easy although lacking enthusiasm.

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  31. david

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great view, great service, incredible food, good conversation with waitstaff, and felt special for my big birthday.

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  32. VickiG

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, and the best Mai tai anywhere! Great staff, beautiful location.

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  33. Loyd

    Tahoe

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    High quality food at reasonable prices. Great variety of dishes on the menu so we ate here twice during our vacation so we could try more dishes. Service is great, nice ambiance as I wasn't expecting views. Great live music on certain nights during the week. We'll be back!

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  34. KrisE

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are always so thrilled with our experience at Merriman’s Kauai! Cocktails, the octopus escargot style was great and the biscuits were a great way to soak up that delicious sauce! Had the Makai special that did not disappoint, my family had the surf and turf and their filets were perfectly cooked! Finished off with the pineapple upside down bread pudding- oh my! What a way to end the evening! Our service was over the top amazing!!

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  35. CaroleS

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You can count on exceptional food. Always prepared at the finest.

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  36. Jimnkate

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Nice restaurant but overpriced. I had charred ahi and it was essentially really good sushi. Their signature mai tai is wonderful and the lilikoi foam is to die for. My husband had the special but I don’t like 5 spice seasoning so it wasn’t for me. The service was very friendly.

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  37. Rafael

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall1food2service2ambience4
    I was very disappointed in my recent visit to Merriman's Kauia, especially when we were looking forward to the reservation that had to be booked 3 months in advance. First off, I had a reservation set for 8:45pm and planned our day around that. I started receiving calls from the restaurant around 6pm asking if I could come in earlier at 7pm. I declined stating I had plans up to that point and would not make it at 7pm. About 20 minutes passed, when I get another call about coming in earlier than my reservation time, which I again declined. About another 20 minutes passed and I started getting non-stop, harassing calls asking over and over to come in earlier which I continued to decline. We arrive for our 8:45pm reservation as scheduled and to start off 2 of the appetizers we had chosen were sold out for the night, so we had to settle on 1 appetizer we did not want but figured it would be a good start. It came out cold and was missing the dipping sauce, which we asked for and ultimately accepted the appetizer cold to not cause an issue. For the main course we both ordered the Duo Plate which was steak and fish for the evening, and both steaks were asked to be cooked medium-rare. 1 steak came out perfect while the other was completely overcooked, dry, and no pink/red at all. At this point we were upset with the food and asked for it to be sent back to the kitchen, to which the waitress said, "stoves are off so it will take some time to get it out." I stated, "I do not care that the stoves are off as that is not what I said. I said I ordered my steak medium rare, as pointed to my dry fully cooked steak, and this is not medium rare." 15 minutes later the waitress brings out another steak, with no compound butter, sauce or any side, as I was expected to eat the sides I was already served with the new piece of steak, even though they were already cold... Overall I loved this place in the past and always recommended it but I will no longer. Spent $300, such a waste.

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  38. KG03

    San Francisco

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If you can afford it, it’s worth the dollars. Ahi was amazing

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and amazing view. Go on nights when they have music

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  40. maryc

    Oklahoma City

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Be sure and order one of their Mai Tai’s!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Merriman's Kauai offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 742-8385.

Merriman's Kauai is rated 4.8 stars by 4452 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Merriman's Kauai

2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street #G-149, Koloa, HI 96756

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Poipu Road
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Shops at Kukuiula. Self parking available.
  • Public transit
    Kukuiula Store across the street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Akins
  • Entertainment
    Live Music Daily from 6pm-9pm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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