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Merriman's Kauai

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$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street #G-149, Koloa, HI 96756

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Charles Akins

From the OpenTable editors: Like its sibling restaurants, Merriman’s Kauai is a destination for elegant American dishes with hyperlocal, Hawaiian ingredients—all thanks to James Beard Award-nominated chef Peter Merriman. Grab a seat on the second-floor veranda to linger over signature dishes like a wok-charred ahi and Maui venison and shrimp kabobs. Bonus points for a stellar by-the-bottle wine list.


Philosophy

Chef-Owner Peter Merriman serves his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine in Kauai's Poipu. 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 with warm Hawaiian hospitality.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Description
    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.
  • 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: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,471 people are saying

Merriman's Kauai reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Ambiance

  • Kauai

    Best Value

  • Kauai

    Innovative

  • Kauai

    Good for groups

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Great for scenic views

  • Kauai

    Lively

  • Kauai

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merriman's Kauai offers a "relaxed yet upscale" dining experience with "fantastic live music" and "amazing" dishes like the macadamia encrusted swordfish and pineapple bread pudding. Guests praise the "exceptional" service, noting attentive waitstaff like Ashlyn and Camille. This restaurant "never disappoints," making it a "must-go" for visitors.
5,472 Reviews
  1. Oceania

    Denver / Colorado1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner! We had a great server and the cocktails were lovely

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  2. Katee

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent overall. Good value great service. Nice location

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  3. Lilane VIP

    San Antonio16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our 25th anniversary dinner at Merriman's and were brought to a table with a beautiful view. The drinks and food were delicious, as was the dessert they treated us to that said Happy Anniversary in Hawaiian. We celebrated our 15th anniversary there as well and had to return!

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  4. Pia

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent. Our table, by the window, overlooking the sunset, as requested, was excellent. The smoked taro hummus appetizer is lovely, the beet salad also good. The Makai was good, but the ono was overcooked. We were told it would come medium-medium rare and it was more medium-well. They also forgot to include the two big grilled shrimp that are supposed to come with it. It was quickly rectified though. The mai tais are good and we knew that and they did not disappoint. They offered us a free lilikoi mousse dessert since we were there celebrating the 20th anniversary of my kidney transplant. Overall, it was good, just not EXCELLENT. The service was spot on though.

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  5. Eric VIP

    California Central Coast5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location, average service for the price point. Food was predictable and menu seemed tired.

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  6. Shital

    Houston4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The server was mediocre at best. The sun was in our eyes the entire meal. There were shades in certain places but yet the table we sat on had not shades to be drawn. this place is not worth the hype. Even the views were not worth it since we were seating so far back and the sun was in our eyes. Also the steak was not good quality and very chewy!

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  7. Bonnie

    Key West / Florida Keys2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants here. The food is always exceptional and the waitstaff is very friendly. Just a great overall experience

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent experience

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  9. Diane VIP

    Seattle / Eastern Washington3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The environment is relaxed yet upscale. Ashlyn, our server was delightful. We enjoyed the macadamia encrusted swordfish and amazing pineapple bread pudding (a must). The live music was fantastic. We highly recommend this for your plans on Kauai!

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  10. Les VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2 entres. 1 very small portion, average flavors average. Disappointing compared to last years meal. Server terrific. 2entre, nicely prepared and presented. Just no spark in the flavor. Bordering on bland. Maybe next year will be better

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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 5471 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
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2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street #G-149, Koloa, HI 96756

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Description
    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.
  • Cross street
    Poipu Road
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • 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
  • Entertainment
    LIVE MUSIC: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
  • 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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