Banyan Tree

Name: Banyan Tree
Address: 1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Lahaina, HI, United States, 96761
Telephone: (808) 665-7096
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2057 Reviews

$50 and over

Seafood

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Indulge in a vibrant new menu rooted in coastal cuisine that invites you on a journey to discover the bounty of the sea and roots of the land while incorporating the island's most unique and sustainable ingredients.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 59 times today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Seafood, Farm-to-table, Hawaiian
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(808) 665-7096
Website
http://www.banyantreekapalua.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive chef
George Vanyi
Private party facilities
We do offer private rooms for weddings and other special occasions. Please email directly for more information.

Location
1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Lahaina, HI 96761
Neighborhood
Kapalua
Parking details
Self Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

Popular dishes

Watermelon Tomato Caprese$28.00
watermelon (cubes infused with balsamic) | local heirloom cherry tomatoes | fresh mozzarella | mac nut zucchini pesto | baby arugula | calamansi vinaigrette | pepitas | EVOO
Beet Salad$24.00
Hua Momona Farms lettuce blend | red beets | local Surfing Goat Dairy cheese | strawberry vinaigrette | pepitas
Coconut Shrimp Ceviche$32.00
coconut-lemongrass marinade | julienne sliced red onion and sweet pepper | lime oil | micro greens
Tuna Poke$32.00
ahi tuna | ginger–soy marinade | green onion | Manny's olive oil | micro scallion
Beef Kebab$21.00
ginger-citrus tare sauce | togarashi | Hawaiian pink sea salt | lemon
Chicken Kebab$19.00
lemongrass | togarashi | tare sauce | lemon
Hamakua Mushroom Arancini**$21.00
roasted pink tomato sauce | Asiago cheese | truffle oil | Hua Momona micro greens

Mains

Prime Filet Mignon$72.00
Hua Momona Farms seasonal vegetables | warm kale salad | potato puree | caramelized Maui onion demi-glace prepared in a Josper oven
Black Garlic Glazed Short Ribs$69.00
potato puree | local carrots | Hua Momona celery and micro greens
Fresh Catch of the Day$64.00
local vegetables | pineapple sambal | mac nut jasmine rice | Japanese coconut curry
Seasonal Snapper$63.00
carrot-ginger puree | Hamakua mushroom | asparagus | lemongrass cream
Coriander Za'atar Crusted Seared Ahi* **$56.00
couscous | salsa rosa | olive-caper relish | fried garlic | micro arugula
Coconut Red Curry Seafood$69.00
shrimp | white fish | mussels | clams | lobster | Thai red curry | coconut milk | lemongrass | kaffir lime leaves
Maui Farm to Table* **$39.00
Hua Momona Farms charred vegetables | couscous | macadamia nut romesco | arugula "pesto"

Sides

Potato Puree$10.00
Mac Nut Rice$10.00
Hamakua Mushroom Risotto$10.00
Warm Kale Salad$10.00
Brioche Buns$8.00
Carrots$13.00
Mushrooms$13.00
Roasted Kabocha Squash$13.00
Local Sauteed Root Vegetables$13.00

Sauces

Horseradish Cream$5.00
Red Wine Vanilla Bean$5.00
Caramelized Maui Onion Glaze$5.00

Cocktails

Banyan Tree Mai Tai$22.00
Diplomatico Mantuano Rum | Appleton Estates Rum | Disaronno Amaretto | Lime Juice | Locally made Macadamia Nut Orgeat | Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao | Coconut Foam
Kilauea Mist$22.00
Patron Reposado Tequila | St. Germain Elderflower | Cucumber Juice | Lime Juice | Jalapeno
The Olivine$22.00
Casamigos Jozen Mezcal | St. Germain Elderflower | Grapefruit & Lime Juices | Locally made Falernum
Upcountry Smash$19.00
Praire Cucumber Vodka | Cappalletti | Pinepple Juice | Lime Juice | Mint
Island Haven$19.00
RumHaven Coconut Water Rum | Cucumber Juice | Lime Juice | Falernum | Ginger Beer

Wines by the Glass

Bubbly

Prosecco | La Marca | Italy$16.00
Champagne | Moet & Chandon Imperial | France$35.00
Sparkling Rose | Lokelani | Maui$20.00

Whites

Rose | Decoy by Duckhorn | Sonoma, CA$18.00
Rose | Miraval Cotes de Provence | France$24.00
Albarino | Pazo Dad Bruxas | Rias Baixas, Spain$24.00
Chardonnay | Cakebread Cellars | Napa Valley, CA$30.00
Chardonnay | Matanzas Creek | Sonoma, CA$22.00
Sauvignon Blanc | Rombauer | Napa Valley, CA$23.00
Sauvignon Blanc | Whitehaven | Marlborough, New Zealand$18.00
Sancerre | Jean Jacques Auchere | France$24.00
Pinot Grigio | Terlato | Fruili Colli Orientali, Italy$19.00
Riesling | Loosen "Dr. L" | Qualitatswein, Germany$17.00

Reds

Pinot Noir | Melville | Santa Rita Hills, CA$24.00
Pinot Noir | La Crema | Sonoma, CA$20.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | Justin | Paso Robles, CA$26.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | Daou | Paso Robles, CA$35.00
Cabernet Sauvignon | Jordan | Alexander Valley, CA$42.00
Merlot | Duckhorn | Napa Valley, CA$29.00
Zinfandel | Edmeades | Mendocino, CA$24.00
Tempranillo | Torres Crianza "Celeste" | Spain$22.00
Malbec | Finca Decero "Remolinos Vnyd" | Argentina$19.00

Beer

Domestic

Bud Light
Coors Light
Miller Light
Michelob Ultra

Imports

Corona
Corona Premiere
Heineken
Heineken N/A
Stella Artois

Local Drafts

$9. Maui Brewing Co.

Bikini Blonde Lager
Big Swell IPA
Pineapple Mana Wheat
Seasonal Lahaina Town Brown Ale

Kohala Brewery

Lokahi Pilsner
Red Sand Amber

Beverages

Mocktails$10.00
Shirley Temple | Mojito | Lava Flow | Pina Colada
Water$6.00
Aqua Panna | Perrier
Coffee$6.00
Regular | Decaffeinated
Tea

Soft Drinks

$5.50

Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Sprite
Coke
Diet Coke

Juice

Orange
Guava
Pineapple
Cranberry

What 2,057 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hawaii
Most Booked 1000-Point Tables
Maui
Romantic

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JamesT
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
New remodel is nice. More outside eating area. Waiter Anthony and assistant Adam did well
W
Wizzle
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall2food1service1ambience5
The food is very salty and pricey. The service was mediocre. We were given plates that were not dried out completely and the servant made it feel like it was very normal to have wet plates.
EC
ErinC
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every last bite was exquisite!! Drinks were delicious & ambiance was beautiful & relaxing. Incredible experience overall!
JJ
JerryJ002
Austin
119 reviews
vip
3.0
119 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall3food4service3ambience5
Ok the view and food are great but so outrageously expensive ... enough said
l
latechgrad
Cincinnati
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
We did not anticipate sitting outside with rain blowing in, so we were chilled. Beverages from the bar were sub par for the price. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable, but our server ghosted us during the meal only to return when we were 3/4 of the way finished eating. My steak arrived medium well where my friend's arrived medium rare. We both asked for medium rare. My food was cold and hers was not hot. Our husbands enjoyed their ribeye and red curry seafood. Bananas foster dessert was delicious. In my opinion, there are better places to enjoy on the island.
KS
KenS
Hawaii
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Unfortunately, the beef short ribs ordered by my girlfriend were very dry which was disappointing since it was highly recommended by a friend. I did enjoy my roasted vegetables with couscous. The dessert was pretty good.
JD
JoanD
Denver
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nick is a great server, Kirsten the hostess was welcoming and made us feel comfortable from the moment we arrived, and the food was great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good experience and awesome food. Only thing I would change is doing something nice for those celebrating an anniversary or honeymoon. Throw in a few glasses of champagne and make the moment special for the customer that is already forking out hundreds of dollars for a meal.
v
vickid
San Francisco
47 reviews
vip
4.0
47 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
We have eaten at the Banyan tree for several years. The atmosphere and service are wonderful. The fish always fresh. I was not impressed with their new menu and preparations. I did not find the new cocktails very inspired. Overall I still love the restaurant.
BJ
BrianJ
Cleveland
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful spot to dine in the Ritz-Carlton property in Kapalua. Good food even better service. On the pricy side but worth it for the experience and views.
AH
AHAR
Atlanta
14 reviews
vip
2.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall2food2service3ambience5
Very disappointing, way below expectations especially for the price
CR
CindyR
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
DL
DougL
Portland
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service.
V
Vicki
Phoenix
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Aside how beautiful the restaurant is ...the food, service, and my company was amazing.
BB
BenB
Seattle
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall3food4service2ambience4
Used to be great. We’ve been going to the Banyan Tree for the better part of a decade. It was our primary go-to for a really nice meal and experience. The service has slipped considerably. We’ll go to Cane & Canoe from now on.
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luvgoodfood
New England
65 reviews
vip
3.0
65 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience5
Food way too salty
D
Delish
New England
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an outstanding 53rd Anniversary dinner experience!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful evening
OT
OpenTable Diner
Nashville
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It seems that the Banyan Tree gets better and better. This has always been a good restaurant but this experience was another level. Having eaten at Banyan Tree many times over the last several years I was impressed this visit with the food, service and ambiance. This restaurant continues to get better, and that is what a classic should do.
LL
LisaL
Hawaii
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Enjoyed their mai tais with foam on top. Husband had the rib eye special which was good. I had the snapper. Had the banana foster which was ok. Wish they had live music
C
Celebratinglifewithmylove
San Francisco
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday Celebration
ER
ERIN
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We wanted a romantic dinner for celebrating my birthday, and this was perfect. Beautiful flowers all over the walls, attentive staff, delicious food, strong drinks. Valet only parking.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our best dinner on Maui. Not a single thing fell short.
l
larryf
New England
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience3
The meal was mediocre and very expensive, we were greeted by a hostess who was very surly and not accommodating. A cat came by our table and stayed there throughout our meal.
JC
JudyC
Central Texas
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall3food5service3ambience5
Views, food and surroundings were awesome! My husband and I ordered a drink before dinner, was never asked again if we’d like another drink, wine etc. We would have , but kept waiting , never hahappend, so went elsewhere for wine and after dinner drinks
C
Chris
Los Angeles
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
All the food in Hawaii is expensive, but l felt the Banyan was good, but not outstanding for the value. We were on the property and just arrived into Kapalua so we were limited as far as selection.
GY
GeorgeY
Philadelphia
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
Service very good. Ambiance was good. Pricey for the value. Be prepared for a big check
OT
OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
I chose Banyan Tree for my wife’s 60th birthday dinner. Expectations were hi based on past reviews and it’s relationship to The Ritz property. It’s definitely a venue for those staying on property as there isn’t close parking. Upon arrival, the hostess team were amazing. Friendly and very welcoming. We were seated promptly, actually early for our reservation time. We were treated to a very nice table location given the occasion. Every one of the staff recognized my wife for her birthday. The menu is typical for a higher end Maui restaurant. Prices compared to Mama’s Fish House, however the ambiance and food quality didn’t match that of Mama’s. Nevertheless we had a great meal and enjoyed ourselves. My wife had the BLACK GARLIC GLAZED SHORT RIBS and I had the COCONUT RED CURRY SEAFOOD. I will say mine was very good but my wife was not impressed with her meal. The service was good but not great. Anthony, our server was very knowledgeable but not too friendly. I’d still recommend this restaurant and would likely return. Perhaps we’d go to The Plantation on property instead.
AF
AnnF
Tallahassee
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent everything, but parking . It's a bit of a walk through the complex to reach the restaurant. If you have walking issues just be prepared.
T
Timg351961
Houston
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
Great service from Jeff and Roger. Very tasty mahi mahi entree. Cozy atmosphere too.
y
yumyum
Denver
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Special spot on Maui.. never disappoints.. Great food, service, and ambiance. Mahalo!
LE
LaurieE
Chicago
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful service. Golf cart to restaurant as my Aunt needed that assistance. Very nice driver. Waitress was super nice. Food Outstanding. We will be back.
R
Richard
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, service (Katherine) and setting were all outstanding. We hope to return again very soon.
DC
DCdinner01
Hawaii
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and food ! Wonderful environment we really enjoyed it!!
DJ
DeniseJ
Philadelphia
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best dinner by far in our 2 week stay in Hawaii!
AK
AmyK
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience1
Our food and service from Charles were absolutely fantastic. It’s just too bad the hosts decided to seat us in a section that was receiving a large conference party that was loud and walked all around us. I’m not sure what we did wrong to get banished to that area. Charles is a gem tho!!! I would love to have him at my restaurant any day:)
D
Dvineluv
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hidden Gem inside the Ritz! Food was absolutely delicious, drinks and service were perfect too! Our table had a great ocean breeze and was surrounded by aloha colorful nature. Definitely coming back!
JD
JudyD
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal and service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
8 reviews
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall1food1service4ambience1
Food was not worth the walk down to restaurant. Limited menu, nothing special… lots of other(better) options I. The area..
KB
KentB
San Francisco
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing service, food and ambiance. This is one of our favorite restaurants in Maui!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers

FAQs

Banyan Tree is rated 4.6 stars by 2057 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 59 times today

1 Ritz Carlton Drive, Lahaina, HI 96761

Additional information

Neighborhood
Kapalua
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Seafood, Farm-to-table, Hawaiian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Self Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
George Vanyi
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wine

Website
http://www.banyantreekapalua.com/
Phone number
(808) 665-7096
Private party facilities
We do offer private rooms for weddings and other special occasions. Please email directly for more information.

Banyan Tree

Make a reservation

Additional information

Coconut Red Curry Seafood

Seasonal Snapper

Beet Salad

Starters

Watermelon Tomato Caprese$28.00

Beet Salad$24.00

Coconut Shrimp Ceviche$32.00

Tuna Poke$32.00

Beef Kebab$21.00

Chicken Kebab$19.00

Hamakua Mushroom Arancini**$21.00

Mains

Prime Filet Mignon$72.00

Black Garlic Glazed Short Ribs$69.00

Fresh Catch of the Day$64.00

Seasonal Snapper$63.00

Coriander Za'atar Crusted Seared Ahi* **$56.00

Coconut Red Curry Seafood$69.00

Maui Farm to Table* **$39.00

Sides

Potato Puree$10.00

Mac Nut Rice$10.00

Hamakua Mushroom Risotto$10.00

Warm Kale Salad$10.00

Brioche Buns$8.00

Carrots$13.00

Mushrooms$13.00

Roasted Kabocha Squash$13.00

Local Sauteed Root Vegetables$13.00

Sauces

Horseradish Cream$5.00

Red Wine Vanilla Bean$5.00

Caramelized Maui Onion Glaze$5.00

Cocktails

Banyan Tree Mai Tai$22.00

Kilauea Mist$22.00

The Olivine$22.00

Upcountry Smash$19.00

Island Haven$19.00

Wines by the Glass

Bubbly

Prosecco | La Marca | Italy$16.00

Champagne | Moet & Chandon Imperial | France$35.00

Sparkling Rose | Lokelani | Maui$20.00

Whites

Rose | Decoy by Duckhorn | Sonoma, CA$18.00

Rose | Miraval Cotes de Provence | France$24.00

Albarino | Pazo Dad Bruxas | Rias Baixas, Spain$24.00

Chardonnay | Cakebread Cellars | Napa Valley, CA$30.00

Chardonnay | Matanzas Creek | Sonoma, CA$22.00

Sauvignon Blanc | Rombauer | Napa Valley, CA$23.00

Sauvignon Blanc | Whitehaven | Marlborough, New Zealand$18.00

Sancerre | Jean Jacques Auchere | France$24.00

Pinot Grigio | Terlato | Fruili Colli Orientali, Italy$19.00

Riesling | Loosen "Dr. L" | Qualitatswein, Germany$17.00

Reds

Pinot Noir | Melville | Santa Rita Hills, CA$24.00

Pinot Noir | La Crema | Sonoma, CA$20.00

Cabernet Sauvignon | Justin | Paso Robles, CA$26.00

Cabernet Sauvignon | Daou | Paso Robles, CA$35.00

Cabernet Sauvignon | Jordan | Alexander Valley, CA$42.00

Merlot | Duckhorn | Napa Valley, CA$29.00

Zinfandel | Edmeades | Mendocino, CA$24.00

Tempranillo | Torres Crianza "Celeste" | Spain$22.00

Malbec | Finca Decero "Remolinos Vnyd" | Argentina$19.00

Beer

Domestic

Bud Light

Coors Light

Miller Light

Michelob Ultra

Imports

Corona

Corona Premiere

Heineken

Heineken N/A

Stella Artois