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   Chris

   San Diego

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Our experience was delightful and perfect in every way. The food was outstanding as well as the service. The ambience was just what we were hoping for. We would definitely recommend it.

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   Brezhie

   Portland

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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   Great food and an extremely knowledgeable and friendly server

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Excellent food & service! Jennifer was awesome, our server!

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   yogarn

   Detroit

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

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   I really enjoy recommendations from servers. Our server was spot on with her suggestions. We started off with the Ahi Aguachili, also had the Caesar salad with fried green tomato croutons. As a main course, we had the Makai and the Mac nut encrusted local fish. Everything was delicious and fresh. For dessert we had a passion fruit mousse. The Mai Tai was excellent. There was live music which was so entertaining and pleasant. We had a wonderful dining experience.

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   OpenTable Diner

   Las Vegas

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Mai tais are amazing! Food was fantastic! A must do if you can!

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   ThomasS

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

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   Great food, Great service. Will definitely going back!!

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   CherylS

   Los Angeles

   6 reviews

   2.0

   6 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   overall2food3service2ambience4

   We were excited to try this restaurant as we love the Merriman’s on Maui. We made reservations a month in advance and when we got to the restaurant we weren’t greeted with much enthusiasm at all. Our waiter let us know they were out of rice, the white fish I wanted to order and the beer my husband wanted to order. We were disappointed because we had to wait to eat until 8:30 pm because that was the only reservation available. I didn’t know that the restaurant actually starts to close down at 8:30 pm. We thought about leaving but we wouldn’t have had time to go yo another place to eat. The food was good but overall I wouldn’t recommend it. Very pricey for what you get , if you’re lucky enough to actually be able to order what’s on the menu.

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   BillG

   Charleston

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Corner table at sunset. What could be better? Service was excellent food was excellent overall experience was awesome for our last night in Hawaii.

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   AllenB

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Excellent food and service. Took us right away to our table. Our server Bobby was excellent.

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    JodiK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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    The service was awesome and the food was the best we had in Kauai

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11. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beat ahi in my life, steak was good

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

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    After a rough start with someone seated with our reservation and unaccommodating hosts regarding bar requests, our server Eric turned things around for the dining experience. The food was great and after the initial rough patch the service was as well.

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    LettyI

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

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    The seafood was fresh and well prepared. The staff was attentive, friendly and professional. We were celebrating a birthday and wedding anniversary. Everyone from the hostess to the waitstaff congratulated us. The menus headers said happy birthday and happy anniversary. A subtle, but very nice touch. It was a wonderful evening.

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    douglass

    Seattle

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

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    We forgot the name of the waitress, but she was great!

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    SavannahB

    Nashville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    This was the best dinner my fiancé and I ate our whole trip to Kauai! We sampled as many of the fine dining restaurants we could on our trip, and this one was hands down the best. I would recommend to anyone traveling to Kauai! Everything was so fresh, impeccably prepared, and beautifully plated. The service was exceptional as well!

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    markl

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food2service1ambience5

    The first time we visited Merrimans was on the big island calm and it was outstanding in all aspects. However, the Poipu Merrymans was very much a disappointment. The food itself was inconsistent with some dishes being very good and others below average. For example the steak fillet and potatoes were not very flavorful and the fish was just a bit dry. The truffle fries and salads were very good. Our server was well below average unfortunately. She just didn’t seem on it, when she would come by to check on us sometimes she would just look over the table and then turn around before we could say anything and walk off, and we often needed things. The cocktails were just OK. So if you take this inconsistent food and match it up with premium plus pricing poor service, the result is three stars. The ambience however was nothing short of outstanding as we had a table right on the rail and were able to watch the sunset. In summary, when you spend $350, before tip for a party of four we expected top-notch service and outstanding food.

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    Altigua

    New York Area

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

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    Always fantastic. Our server Sarah was excellent. Great food choices, wine list, & cocktails. Will always come back!! Mahalo.

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18. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    We were so excited for this very big dinner splurge we booked after our helicopter tour of Kaua’i. Unfortunately very disappointed. Absolutely the lowest rating I’ve ever given any restaurant, not to mention one with the high price point. The two stars is for our waiter. The positives: nice location with open air atmosphere so hope you can catch a breeze. Also, the cute little salt container on the tables was delicious salt for your food. You’ll need it. The wine was good. Our favorites from this restaurant were the Cesar salad and Parmesan French fries. We got there at opening and before we could order the restaurant was out of a white fish option so replaced with ahi tuna instead. Those are not the same type of fish, nor should they be cooked the same way. Also, the island restaurants brag endlessly that their fish is fresh daily so how do you run out at opening? Hubby had a basic filet and I had the duo (filet and fish) as I can generally tolerate a more cooked ahi tuna. I didn’t even finish the tuna, because it was cooked like the white fish (seared in a Parmesan crust and then baked). The kitchen should have changed the cooking method for the seafood option when they ran out of white fish. The menu options were limited which should have been our first clue to leave. The filets were bland and small. The portions were small. The crab cakes appetizer at a whopping $24 was TWO very small crab cakes (two bites tops). Our tab with tip was ~$250 and the worst meal we’ve had on vacation, maybe ever. We left still hungry and picked up snacks at the Living Foods store in the area and quite frankly regretted we just didn’t eat at that restaurant in the first place. We also regretted not just paying the wine and appetizers bill when the waiter said they were out of white fish, which cut the limited menu even further, and left. Lesson learned. There are plenty of other good restaurants in the area, don’t choose this one.

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    suds4sue

    San Diego

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We've been to Merriman's on different islands multiple times. We love it! Our server Eric was terrific, the food was outstanding and my favorite cocktail of all time, No ka oi, still stands the test of time! Thanks!

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    CariM

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful dinner at Merriman’s. The servers were lovely and the food was delicious. I recommend the kalua pork quesadilla as a starter and the filet mignon entree. The mai tai topped with a lilikoi foam and watermelon slider mocktail are two great drink choices.

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    Jack

    Hawaii

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2022

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    The food was excellent and service great but the prices are very high now.

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    DannyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2022

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    Awesome food! Wonderful service! Our server was personable, attentive and funny!! Can’t wait to go back

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    LindaC

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Had a enjoyable dinner, Sarah, our server was terrific

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    MaileQ

    Las Vegas

    82 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This is one of my favorite places on the island. Crab cakes, beet salad, pork quesadillas are excellent staples. And of course, Mai Tais!🍹 Great live local music as well 🎶 Mahalo to Ashlyn for all the fun and perfect Aloha! 🌺

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    donh

    Houston

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    great food and atmosphere

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    DeaPea

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 22, 2022

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    Beautifully prepared foods. Best meal all week! Staff was amazing and open air window setting were just gorgeous.

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    Kauai

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2022

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    We haven't been to Merriman's since before the pandemic and it was okay back then. This time it was exceptional, especially the the lady that served us, who was just attentive enough. Food was great and the portions were a little bigger than I expected. We had been going to Roy's next door but we will have to make an effort to visit this place again and with friends next time.

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved every dish we ordered! Great staff and beautiful view! A winner.

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    Mrsbd

    Cincinnati

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Service was great. Atmosphere good. Food good But nothing spectacular. It was an ok evening. No real regrets. And glad we gave it a try.

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    DeniseW

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Susan is a fabulous waitress! Thank you for a wonderful experience

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    AnnaZ

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing service. It’s well priced compared to the rest of the island and the overall experience Is phenomenal. They make a point to take it to the next level

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    ChrisO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service, delicious food and a great view of the ocean and the mountains. Highly recommended.

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33. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    Anniversary celebration

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    DavidG

    Portland

    49 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    49 reviews

    Dined on September 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best restaurant in Poipu and the best MaiThai of Kawaii

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35. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    Food was mediocre for the price point. There was a “kitchen service charge” added to the bill. The server informed us that this was essentially a gratuity for the chef an kitchen staff. I would go elsewhere in the future.

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    Nariew

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The bartender was amazing and our server was great!

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    NDTransplant

    Fargo

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Lilikoi mousse is light and delicious! Perfect after a big meal!

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    PeteD

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    Menu selection for fish was Ahi and Ahi. Biscuits were minuscule. Won’t return.

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    JonM

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Been eating here for 10 years and absolutely love it! The service and quality is of the BEST on the island. There is no “chain” feel here; super personalized service for any occasion. We love you guys!

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    BSCC

    Tahoe

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall3food2service5ambience4

    The service was excellent, but the food needs improving.

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