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Captain Jack's Island Grill

4.1 (1.3k reviews)
Closed 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating

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Rosie T.

My husband and our friends came here one evening for dinner and it did not disappoint!!! Upon walking in, we were greeted immediately and were seated outdoors in about 5 minutes! IT WAS BEAUTIFUL outside with plentiful seating and a perfect view of the sunset on the beach. I ordered the fish and chips, my husband ordered the hot booty ruben, our friends ordered the ribs and chicken wings. For an appetizer, we got the nachos and man, did it hit the spot! You know how sometimes when you order nachos and they come out soggy? This didn't, it was nice and crunchy and after a beach day, it was just right with the beans, pico, jalapenos, and sour cream. The fish and chips were delicious- the fish was nicely battered with a THICK chunk of fish, not skimpy at all and the ribs were nice and juicy and fell off the bones!! Our favorite was the hot booty ruben sandwich- full of flavor, juicy meat along with the tartness of the sauerkraut! Our least favorite were the chicken wings, it wasn't as juicy as we hoped it was going to be but it was a chunky and at least got us the protein we needed. All in all, we are going to come back again. We all agreed that this was a winner. PS, try their house made Maui mules!! All of us tried it and it was so refreshing, especially with the candied ginger on top! Not only did we come here once, we came back again another night to try other foods!

Fish and Chips $29 for 3 pieces
Alice W.

Service is as incredibly friendly and you have views of the beach. Nice to walk around before or after (it's right next to the pool too though so it can get loud if there's lots of people/kids there). Food is good in a tgif/chilis/applebees sort of way ~ we enjoyed it here

Lilikoi crème brûlée
Akemi L.

It's wonderful to see more businesses at Maui. This restaurant opened about a year and a half ago. My hubby ordered a pesto pasta with shrimps. They had so much shrimp in the dish and they were delicious! I ordered the Blackened grilled fish with vegetables and rice. I think they could have used a little more seasoning for the fish. Veggies were done just right and fish was not overcooked. The lava flow drink looked quite different but was also delicious. Lastly, we had the lilikoi crème brulee. I loved it since it was lightly sweet and tangy. One must try it if you like lilikoi. Service was excellent. She was very attentive and friendly. The restaurant is casual, with a view of the beach and lots of tv screens for those who live to watch sports. It was a busy night but quiet enough to have a conversation.

Our view well eating up Captain Jack's
Gunnelle L.

Went to dinner with my cousins that live in Maui. They recommend it great view, great food, and great service. I recommended it to several people I spoke to will definitely be back on my next visit to Maui.

Sue S.

IMHO Captain Jack's was formally located on Front Street overlooking the iconic Lahaina Banyan Tree. It is now located on the Sands of Kahana resort property. We made it a priority to visit Captain Jack's this visit. The open-aired restaurant overlooks the resort pool. If I were swimming in or lounging around the pool, I would not like having an audience of diners looking at me...but that's just me. LOL We shared the Calico Jack's Burger, "fresh 6.5 oz. certified Angus beef, bacon, cheddar, toasted brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, red onion, thousand island, mayo, and fries", $24, and an order of Jack's wings, "6 chicken wings, celery, carrots, sweet Thai chili", $18, plus one 22 oz. Bikini Blonde beer, $12. Service was aloha friendly and helpful, and the food was satisfying!

Beautiful area, just off the road, Captain Jack's is a little tucked away, walking distance for us, a local favorite for vacationers.
Jacqueline S.

Good Place for drinks and snacks, close to a nice (pretty quiet) sandy beach, next to hotel pool. Parking lot nearby in front. Variety of sandwiches, entrees, salads ... Variety of drinks. Pretty area of Maui.

Mollie C.

If you're looking for something familiar and easy, this place hits that sweet spot. It has that classic "Applebee's/Friday's" vibe--fast, friendly service, plenty of TVs for catching a game, and free parking, which is always a win. The walk up is actually a nice touch too, with a cute koi pond that gives it a bit more charm than your typical chain feel. The food is decent and exactly what you'd expect--nothing mind-blowing, but reliable and satisfying if you're in the mood for casual, American-style comfort food. Overall, it's a solid, no-surprises spot when you want something laid-back and predictable. Beautiful sunset view as well.

Mac Salad, Blackened Fish Tacos
Michelle C.

Had a great meal at Captain Jack's Island Grill and would definitely come back again. The mac salad side was creamy with just the right tang and kick, tasted classic and comforting. The standout for me was the blackened fish tacos. The fish was perfectly seasoned with bold spices and topped with a spicy salsa that added a nice kick. The portions were generous, the pieces of fish were huge, and honestly just one taco filled me up. Ended up getting two meals out of it! The coleslaw inside was crunchy and fresh, adding great texture. The tartar sauce had a really nice dill-pickle flavor that paired perfectly with the fish and tied everything together. Great portions, well-seasoned food, and super satisfying meals that would keep me coming back again.

Super fresh ceviche
Tammie B.

Holy hell this place is a hidden gem! The food was off the charts delicious and our waitress Yna was the best. We have visited some places that people say are "must go to" places while on our visit to Maui and Captain Jacks Island Grill blows them out of the water. The drinks are true pour drinks and the food was delicious. The price is great for the quality and exceptional taste. The ceviche and crab cakes are delicious. The bar is a nice size and the dining room has plenty to of space with a nice breeze coming through! I highly recommend Captain Jacks Island Grill and will visit on my next visit for sure!

Fall off the bone ribs@ Captain Jack's Island Grill!
Spencer H.

While on my bday trip, we went to several fancy smancy restaurants but our go-to restaurant that personafied the easy breezy Maui culture was Captain Jack's Island Grill. Located across the street from the first resort we stayed at, this covered outdoor gem sits beside the pool and has amazing beach water views. The food was outstanding for bar food. The BBQ ribs literally fell off the bone and were the star of the show. The crab cake sliders and the tacos were super tasty. The drinks were strong and I've heard for years how expensive Hawaii is, nope, the prices are less than Miami.. No Cut!! If you're anywhere close to Captain Jack's when visiting Maui, definitely stop in, the staff is friendly, service is great and the food is gooood!!

Crab cake sliders
Nessa R.

After a long, I mean a LONG, east coast to Hawaii flight, we took a quick walk over to Captain Jack's Island. OMGEEEEEEEEEE We are definitely going to get into it. But let's start off by saying on a Thursday early evening, 7ish, the restaurant was packed! Ding ding ding. That folks is a GOOD sign! Wave the GREEN flag! We were going to wait 15 minutes for a table but seats at the bar opened up, so bar it was! Weather for this outdoor restaurant is fantastic! Locals, lots of them were here. Ding, ding, ding another good sign! (Waves green flag again!) You don't have to green flag me anymore! The menu was pretty expansive and we came to this gem twice in a less than 48 hours, that's how good it was. Let's get into it! Chicken Tacos - OMGGGGGGGG listen these tacos gave Mexico a run for their money! Ask for avocado! Fish Tacos - They were good! But the chicken was better in my humble opinion. Crab cake Sliders - I'm from the DMV so kinda hard to out do a crab cake, good but not a DMV crab cake. Pull pork sliders - Great! Chicken Quesadillas- Delicious!

Bbq
Marissa M.

Went here when I was in Maui. Stared with the ceviche and nachos appetizer. Both yummy. I had the BBQ plate with ribs, pork, Mac salad and coleslaw and rice. The ribs were really good. The puna cola and vibes were great. So full!

Lava flow & Mai Tai
Fred R.

We walked in the reservation for seven people and were told it was a 30 minute wait and it was actually less. Our server was great and checked in on us several times. We ordered drinks, they came quickly and were on point. The seven of us ordered our meals which came promptly, hot and were delicious.. It's a casual but cool vibe. Everyone enjoyed their meal, I had the Sirens shrimp! Delish. Wife had Shrimp & fish and said it was the best fish she has had. We are here for a week and already made plans to return...

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Food was delicious and service was excellent! Very casual and laid back, great happy hour!

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Kaylia was the only thing that made this amazing. Everything was fine but she was awesome funny and kind. Give her more money. Thanks!

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Great service and food. Nice to have a casual option on maui for a reasonable price. Will definitely be back.

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Merriman’s - Kapalua

Merriman’s - Kapalua

4.3
(2.7k reviews)
2.1 mi
$$$$

While on our babymoon, I made a reservation for my husband and I to have an early dinner at…read moreMerriman's in Kapalua. All of the reservation times during sunset were taken, so we ate a little earlier but still managed to see the sunset as we were leaving. The views from this restaurant are absolutely breathtaking. We even got to experience a light rain shower followed by a beautiful rainbow while we were there. Our server was Tim, who was beyond kind, attentive, and engaging. He displayed some of the best hospitality I have ever experienced at a restaurant. He made wonderful recommendations and truly made us feel so special celebrating our soon-to-be baby. To start, we ordered the tako (octopus); it was served in the manner in which escargot is - tons of butter and garlic, and paired well with wonderful fresh-baked bread. For our entrées, both my husband and I did a duo where we could pick two smaller portions of the entrée dishes. I did a duo with the fresh lobster and lamb special, while my husband did a duo with the fish pasta special and the curry scallops. All four entrées were absolutely divine, and we thoroughly enjoyed getting to sample a little bit of everything from the menu. To wrap things up, we had to try the infamous pineapple macadamia nut bread pudding with salted caramel, and they even gave us a complementary dessert for our babymoon, which was their take on a s'more. Both desserts were phenomenal, but I could have easily eaten two helpings of the pineapple macadamia nut bread pudding. If you find yourself in Maui and have the opportunity to make a reservation at Merriman's in Kapalua, I cannot recommend it enough as this was one of those meals that my husband and I will be talking about for a very long time.

This is a nice restaurant with a gorgeous view. Atmosphere was lovely. Service was great. Fresh…read morebread and the bruschetta dip was amazing. For starters, the tako (octopus) escargot (instead of snails) was so good! Ceviche was also great. I had the highly recommended shrimp and pork chow fun for entree. It's slightly different from the Chinese style chow fun in the sauce. The shrimp were cut up in small pieces. The pork was actually spicy sausage, so it should've been more specific on the menu. The sausage made the dish greasier and saltier than it has to be. I didn't like it. My husband had the pork quesadilla that had great flavors but a bit soggy. Daughter had the ahi tuna. She's had a lot of tuna dishes on this trip, but didn't like this dish as much especially the wasabi soy sauce. Son had the crispy pork shank, and that was very good! Falling off the bone tender, nice tropical salsa to balance the rich flavors. The bread pudding with ice cream was a lovely finish. Service was excellent.

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CHOW FUN NOODLES WITH PORK & SHRIMP
CHOW FUN NOODLES WITH PORK & SHRIMP
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Cane & Canoe

Cane & Canoe

3.8
(328 reviews)
2.4 mi
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My cousins and I treated ourself to Kapalua Restaurant week and what a delicious tasting it proved…read moreto be! We were warmly greeted with aloha by the staff and seated in comfortable chairs. My cousins ordered cocktails and our server was so kind to let them know if they weren't happy with it, they could exchange it which they did. The first course of delicious appetizers was the Caesar salad with anchovies and the Kahuku Sweet Corn Agnolotti with Keahole lobster! That was so buttery delicious and small enough to make you want more! The homemade taro rolls with butter, oil and honey was a nice accompaniment. Our second course was just right portion wise and savory. My cousin even said he was full, which never happens since he loves to eat! We enjoyed the 48-hour Wagyu Prime Rib which was so tender and easily cut with a butter knife. Yummy dollops of potato purée and broccolini were beautifully placed around the meat. My other cousin enjoyed his Shrimp Scampi with fresh house made tagliatelle, capers, Kula tomato and basil. The dessert course was a great way to end our meal. I got the Pineapple Upside Down cake with a scoop of Ube Ice Cream, biscotti crumble and Kula Rum Caramel. My cousin's panna cotta was made with local Maui Kuia Chocolate and chantilly cream with a tuile that had light sprinkle of black pepper. Overall, a wonderful experience and only $79 for the 3 courses! We will definitely be back.

As guests staying at the Montage Kapalua, we were credited $200 to spend with the hotel due to it…read morebeing under construction. So of course we ate at Cane & Canoe nearly every night of our stay. We also ate here for breakfast one day. For the price, I think it's very overrated. But here's what I think are good. - the bar menu has more casual food (burgers taste good, fries are good) and for staters, they give you gourmet popcorn - the dining room has yummy bread starters with honey, whipped butter, and olive oil From the dining room, I really liked their jidori chicken!! more than their steak. Their pineapple upside down cake was yummy and warm too. Their normal price seems really steep though and the views aren't that good. As for service, all of our servers were friendly and made small talk with us, and delivered every plate with a smile. Overall solid 4/5, 3.5 if I had to pay full price.

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View sitting @ the bar
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The Hideaway

The Hideaway

4.6
(20 reviews)
2.5 mi

The first meal I had in Hawaii was at the restaurant inside the Montage Resort. After a long day…read moreof travel, we were looking to relax and grab some good food and the Hideaway was exactly what we needed. The staff is super friendly and helped us pick out some dishes to try. The Ahi Poke here was one of my favorite I had in Hawaii which I think is a bit surprising looking back, but the furikaka rice crackers that were served with the Ahi poke were amazing. I also loved the lobster mac which had an insanely good manchego cheese sauce and tender lobster through the dish. The Shishito peppers are a great app to share, an easy mild spice option for anyone.

Been here a few time previously, but a friend wanted to meet here for cocktails and a gossip. They…read moredo offer Kamaaina rates, 10%, but it doesn't make much difference when a Mai Tai is $55!! More expensive than the Ritz, which explains why the entire bar was empty the entire time we were there. The staff are excellent, the free snacks extremely salty to make you buy more drinks, the vibe...empty, and the decor usual dark faux Hawaiian. I order the Kapalua Sunset cocktail, smokey Mezcal blended with citrus which was definitely interesting, but most of the cocktail was a large single ice cube so not much in the glass for $25. There isn't much of a view, or clientele, and it is drastically overpriced, even for Maui!

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Furikake Fish Sandwich
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The Gazebo Restaurant

The Gazebo Restaurant

4.3
(4.3k reviews)
1.8 mi
$$

FOOD:because of my wife's special diet, we opted for the buttermilk pancakes with scrambled eggs,…read morepotatoes, and bacon that we split. I was dying to try the coconut maple syrup and was not disappointed. The pancakes were soft fluffy, but the syrup put it over the top . I was able to steal a bite of our son's Mac & Nut Pancakes that was a mouthful of sweetness.we were fortunate to have some other family members staying up that way so we told them to get in line when we were a half hour away and the timing was perfect as soon as we got there, we bypass the line and they were just being seated. We had a view of Napili Beach so maybe our next trip will stay up this way because we've always stayed in Kihei. SERVICE: The pancakes were delivered within minutes and the server had jokes. The staff was very friendly except for one . AMBIANCE: The place was very loud and cramped !

Overhyped esp with dine in. Crazy wait times, so we ordered to go and sat on the grass and enjoyed!…read more We went twice, once for the Mac nut pancake and once for a half portion fried rice. We liked the fried rice more than the pancake. The pancake was massive and a lot more than we needed or wanted and after a second day working on it we gave up. The whipped cream disappeared though! We also didn't notice any banana in it either. The fried rice was very good. rice was a tad soggy but the half portion was perfect for 2. It gave the fried rice from nearby Joey's a run for its money but I'd still give the edge to Joey's. Service is great and friendly for the takeout. They include a charge 3% service fee for takeout so whatever you add is additional.

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The view from my table.
The view from my table.
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