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'Ulu Ocean Grill and Sushi Lounge

4.7
4.7
1649 Reviews
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table
‘ULU Ocean Grill & Sushi Lounge is the breathtaking oceanfront fish and seafood restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, where the Resort’s hyper-local cuisine philosophy comes to life. The “R.S.A. Regional, Seasonal and Artisanal” cuisine is served in Hawaii’s most beautiful setting - alongside the surf and under the stars. The restaurant showcases a stylish blend of Hawaiian architecture and modern flair -a lively setting where guests are inspired, surprised and delighted by Hawaii’s beauty and the flavors of the Pacific, through an innovative menu with playful tableside presentations. Open for breakfast and dinner, cuisine is prepared oven roasted, flame grilled and wok fired, while an extensive and diverse wine list complements the menu. The modern sushi lounge and ocean view bar features the island's freshest sushi, as well as craft cocktails, sake and Japanese beers. Casual, friendly and knowledgeable servers guide guests through a social dining experience not to be f

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 15 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Hawaiian

  • Hours of operation

    Sushi Lounge & Table Daily 5:30 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (808) 325-8000

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Resort Casual

  • Private party facilities

    Offering the ultimate in privacy, the private and semi-private dining rooms entered through 'ULU restaurant or directly from the beach. Entertain with discretion and exclusivity, yet enjoy the flexibility to expand your celebration on an adjoining lanai. This is an unforgettable setting for hosting a reception, followed by a tasting dinner with expertly matched wines.The rooms can feature round or rectangular tables for eight guests each, or it can host stand-up receptions with food stations.

  • Neighborhood

    Kaupulehu

  • Cross street

    Queen Ka'ahumanu Hwy

  • Parking details

    We offer complimentary self and valet parking nightly.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,649 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii

    Romantic

  • Hawaii

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Overall

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Food

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Service

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Best Ambiance

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Innovative

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for fine wines

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Romantic

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Great for scenic views

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Good for special occasions

  • Hawaii / Big Island

    Most Booked

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  1. ibiza12

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely oceanfront location, excellent local ingredients expertly prepared, and fantastic staff
  2. RichardH

    New England

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service are the best on the island and a sunset setting is awesome
  3. PatrickL

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Service was spectacular. Right next to the beach. Thanks for the memories!!
  4. KatieW

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Get pampered! Unparalleled service. Excellent sunsets, good food.
  5. Goose

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just a beautiful setting and service was wonderful.
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing view, delicious food, and courteous staff.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    61 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding views, food was incredible and unparalleled service from staff. Definitely a spot to visit for special occasions.
  8. MikeC

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My only complaint was that the Big Island Seafood on Ice was overpriced. If we had known how much it was, we would not have ordered it. However, it was delicious but not worth the price we paid. We will return but will not order that.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Could not have been a better meal with a sunset view!
  10. BonitaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my Birthday and from the moment I gave them my name, we were treated like royalty. Our server was so sweet and thoughtful. The food was excellent to say the least. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
  11. Rusty

    Salt Lake City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent in every way! Service, food ambiance, setting by beach perfect!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING service/ great recommendations.. let the server create the experience and you will not regret it! Ulu is always a great place to be !!
  13. SeanC

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining here is an amazing experience. We come here every time we visit Hawaii and we’ve never been disappointed. I can’t recommend the restaurant, ambiance, food and staff highly enough.
  14. FrankG

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great to experience from start to finish. Service was excellent. Food was outstanding.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    St. Louis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    This is a place you must visit when on the Big Island. We have gone to a few upscale restaurants, but this one so far has been the best. The food is fantastic; the flavors of every dish are perfectly balanced, the portions are reasonable, and the presentation is...well you can see from the photos. Our view was beautiful. There were several times we just sat in silence just taking in the sunset. I wish the service was better. We came as soon as the restaurant opened, so it wasn't busy yet. We were greeted within a reasonable amount of time, but empty dishes were piled up on our table after the appetizers were finished and it took an extremely long time to receive our entrees: filet (medium temp) and the crab noodles. They gave us a complimentary chocolate souffle because we were celebrating my husband's birthday. He liked that a lot and I ended up getting a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It was a little overpriced at $14 for one small scoop, but it was the best vanilla ice cream I've ever had in my life. We also ended up having some children sat right next to us, which were pretty well-mannered until the youngest one got fussy and would randomly wail. The parents were good about acknowledging this and would try and distract the child, but it was still disruptive nonetheless. We ordered A LOT of food, two cocktails, a carafe of sake, and a dessert; our bill ended up being $350. Our service and disrupted ambiance may or may not be something you experience if you visit this restaurant, but the food is a must have try.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best dining experience I’ve ever had - simply perfect!
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The absolute best place on the island. Justine and the rest of the staff were amazingly kind and accommodating.
  18. JeanetteY

    Jacksonville

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    loved it! especially the presentation of the smoked pork belly! so creative and fun!
  19. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    While the dishes we had, Misoyake Hamachi and Crab Noodles, were delightful the menu seemed very limited which did not provide many options. These two dishes were delicious and expertly prepared. It would have been nice to see a pork preparation and a tempura shellfish to round out the menu. The dessert menu looked good but with the exception of the soufflés much of it seemed to be frozen or chilled. I would definitely recommend Ulu for a special night out, but more variety would make this restaurant spectacular!
  20. MisatoT

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and atmosphere, I’m really satisfied with everything!! Highly recommend
  21. Evlyn

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was my husband’s Birthday and they accommodated us on front sea table with incredible sunset view! The food and the service were amazing 🤩
  22. PatriciaG

    Seattle

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Gorgeous location we watched the sunset. Hamachi and tuna roll for appetizers where delicious and fresh. For dinner we split the crab noodles and the sashimi platter. The food did not disappoint. Landon was our server he and everyone at the restaurant were very friendly. Dessert was there lava cake and was also amazing. My only complaint is that the drinks were a little on the pricey side.
  23. SecondChapter

    Denver

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful food and amazing service! My husband and I had an oceanfront table to enjoy our dinner and watch the sunset. It was beyond romantic and a very special night. Our server, Carola, was a true professional. Her recommendations were on point and we enjoyed the chef’s sashimi sampler, the kanpache, Landmark Chardonnay and a lovely semifreddo for dessert. I highly recommend visiting this restaurant. (Please note, it is expensive but worth the cost.)
  24. bobd

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The bread and butter were irresistible ! The calamari was the best that I have had on the big island. But most of all the service was excellent
  25. GuillermoS

    Houston

    34 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was extremely fine and delicious, the service was awesome, the view of the ocean is amazing and the live music is the best for all!!!
  26. MSP27

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere! Excellent customer service. Very high-quality food.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The scenery was spectacular! The chef is a culinary genius by masterfully weaving local ingredients. More important, our service was exceptional. Our waiter, Bronson, provided an outstanding experience with his knowledge, charisma, passion and attention to detail.
  28. MattB

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice place great views of the sunset. The patio is one of the best place to enjoy a sunset dinner and sushi.
  29. locavore

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Food was over priced - of course the setting is lovely but many hotels in the area have oceanside dining and the dinners there (Canoe House and Browns) are actual dinners with local seasonal foods whereas Ulu seemed more pretentious than delicious.
  30. Jonathan

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What can I say? We ate so close to the water, hear and see the waves, sunset. Service is exceptional. Food is best on the island. Expensive, but worth it. This is the best to eat on the island, I am sure of it. On most of the island, service and food have spiraled downhill since the pandemic, but Ulu has come back better than ever.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful setting and service was immaculate! Food is fresh and delicious! Very fresh sushi and seafood dishes! highly recommended
  32. LindaO

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrating our 30th anniversary. The service was excellent as was the wonderful dinner. Beautiful sunset and lovely views. Overall a truly lovely time.
  33. MICHAELS

    San Diego

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Wonderful food and wine list. A must for foodies. Chocolate soufflé is killer! Loved all of this place.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience3
    Their dinner took quite a while due to the slow service. The atmosphere and food quality were great, but the service was not four seasons quality.
  35. MarcoT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an experience!!!! Definitely going back if we visit the big island again.
  36. tar3

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very classy Polynesian feel. Staff is very professional and courteous. Food presentation, temperature and taste was what you expect from a Four Seasons restaurant, excellent. Very nice wine selection and the Soufflé for desert was the perfect bookend. The outdoor seating is separated from the beach with a little used pathway. A perfect setting at sunset. Well done ULU!
  37. Patrick

    Hawaii

    94 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    94 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I live on the Big Island full-time. We frequent all of the island's fine dining restaurants, located both in and out of the resorts. Ulu's offers some of the island's best food and service. The location is oceanfront and is truly magnificent. The prices are very expensive, but appropriate considering its location. Be careful when ordering alcoholic beverages because these prices can be extremely high.
  38. Michael

    Los Angeles

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hamachi Carpaccio with Ponzu jelly-- Superb. Fish Kumamoto Oysters on the half-shell. Sake Tasting, Colander Crusted Tuna with duck jus--and Kiwi smoked Mashers. Delectable. Knowledgeable and efficient service. An Edenic oceanside setting and t splendid coconut and raspberry soufflé to put the cherry on the top. Kudos Chef and Pastor Chef, Staff and Four Seasons.
  39. IreneS

    New England

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We focused on pupus to be sure we had room for the Kona caramel soufflé to finish the experience. It was the right call. Calamari, oysters, and poke. All super fresh and perfectly prepared. Very welcoming staff and great service. The location is spectacular.
  40. LadyBird

    Denver

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ulu at the Four Seasons was outstanding. Immaculate and friendly service, the freshest fish and sushi, and gorgeous ocean front setting. Highly recommend.

FAQs

'Ulu Ocean Grill and Sushi Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 1649 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 15 times today
Google Map for 'Ulu Ocean Grill and Sushi Lounge

72-100 Kaupulehu Dr., Kaupulehu, HI 96740

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Queen Ka'ahumanu Hwy

  • Neighborhood

    Kaupulehu

  • Hours of operation

    Sushi Lounge & Table Daily 5:30 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Daily 6:30 am–11:00 am Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Farm-to-table, Seafood, Hawaiian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Resort Casual

  • Parking details

    We offer complimentary self and valet parking nightly.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (808) 325-8000

  • Private party facilities

    Offering the ultimate in privacy, the private and semi-private dining rooms entered through 'ULU restaurant or directly from the beach. Entertain with discretion and exclusivity, yet enjoy the flexibility to expand your celebration on an adjoining lanai. This is an unforgettable setting for hosting a reception, followed by a tasting dinner with expertly matched wines.The rooms can feature round or rectangular tables for eight guests each, or it can host stand-up receptions with food stations.

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