This culinary program at the Maui College is top notch. It's hard to get a reservation because the…read morefood and service are impeccable. It's set in a beautiful room with ocean views and its fine dining service turned up a notch.

Wow, this was an awesome experience for Maui. Run by the culinary students of Maui College, we…read moreenjoyed a prix fixe 4 course dinner that had a French theme. For the price, the food and service was unbeatable. Came with 3 friends and would do this again in heartbeat.

We stayed here on Wednesday April 16 and Selma checked us in. She was very kind and funny. Always…read moresmiling and very accommodating. We received this stay as an Anniversary present from our sister in law and her companion. Our king suite was beautiful. We went to the Hana Ranch restaurant for a drink before ending the night. The next day we ate breakfast at the resort. The resort was absolutely beautiful and relaxing. Everybody at the resort was outgoing. We have to come back some day

Would I recommend the Koa Resort on Maui? Nope!…read more Here's why. Stayed at the Koa Resort, unit 4G, 3bedroom, 2 bath condo costing ~$721/night for 7 days. The facilities are generally nice and well kept, the location is good for exploring Maui. Our unit though had its problems. The central AC was on the fritz and was in repair transition when we arrived, no notice. Each bedroom had a portable AC unit in it that took up room and was noisy. The resort staff wanted us to let workmen into the condo to do final repairs during our stay. Some of us were quite tired from fatigue from running a marathon the previous day and erratic sleep because of our second big problem. There was a rat in the condo! First signs were evidence of fruit on the counters being chewed and rat turds. Two of our group had seen the rat scurry by out of the corner of their eye, and one had felt it climb over them in the night. We called the resort staff and they sent over a guy who brought over 3 bait traps, 2 for mice (?) and one rat sized. We thought the rat was home basing in one of the owner's closets. So, put the rat trap in that closet and stuffed a towel under the door to trap him inside, if indeed it was in there. We packed most of our food in the refer and cabinets, but unfortunately an avocado was left out one night and was chewed on. Great! In the night, my son heard it digging out the carpet so it could get under his door and into his room. Then felt it crawl over him to get to the window. He waited patiently and actually got a photo of it. Yep, a good size rat. We asked for spring traps and we bought some peanut butter for bait. Mind you the staff never called to see if the bait traps had worked, no follow up. How common is this? Once we had the spring traps, 2 mouse sized and 1 rat sized. Why the mouse traps? We know what a rat is. Baited the rat trap in the afternoon with peanut butter and set it by the stove. Five of us were milling around the condo but not in the kitchen when 10 minutes after setting it, we heard the trap snap. We looked and there the little darling was in the trap, broad daylight. We got it! Should I send them an invoice for de-ratting their condo? We did not get any compensation by the resort for the rat or AC problems, though I did ask for a 10% discount. No such luck. Me thinks this is a common problem there. So, would I recommend the Koa Resort on Maui? Nope!

I love the chicken Cordon Bleu the sauce is scrumptious and the scallop potatoes are very yummy the…read moreveggies that they serve with it are really good too. My husband likes the salads he's tried almost all of them and the soups are flavorful. I enjoy the laid-back atmosphere and the friendly service. I would highly recommend.

Big fan of Brigit & Bernard's. I'd been wanting to try their food for awhile since coming across…read moretheir episode on Triple D (aka Diners, Drive Ins and Dives). My husband and I both happened to off on random Monday and decided to visit for lunch. Arrived shortly after opening and not too crowded. We got to sit outside on a nice day breezy day with lots of shade from the trees. I ordered the Chicken Cordon Bleu with potatoes au gratin and veggies and the husband got the carbonara with chicken and bread. We washed everything down with an iced tea and a beer. The portion sizes were heberous and the food was fresh, warm and filling. The flavors were amazing and we savored each bite. Really had a leisurely meal. Didn't get a chance to make it back for Oktoberfest, but will happily dine here again to try their other dishes.

God Is in the Details…read more And last night, at Spago Maui, I experienced what happens when love is in every detail. Over the last four decades, I've had the pleasure of dining at many of the finest restaurants in the world. But I have never experienced an evening quite like this one. This was so much more than an extraordinary dinner. It was a celebration of what becomes possible when an entire team of human beings unites around a shared vision of excellence, beauty, generosity, and love. Three days of preparation culminated in an evening in which every presentation, every aroma, every exquisite taste, and every interaction seemed to create yet another moment of wonder and awe. An extraordinary army of chefs, servers, and hospitality professionals moved together with such grace, precision, and devotion that the entire evening felt like a beautifully choreographed work of art. Course after course, moment after moment, the experience transcended the ordinary. But what moved me most wasn't simply the extraordinary cuisine. It was witnessing the love behind it. Wolfgang Puck wasn't standing apart from his team, overseeing the evening from a distance. He was right there among them. Cooking alongside his chefs. Serving alongside his staff. Personally greeting guests with genuine warmth, enthusiasm, and affection. Watching him, I had the distinct impression that his love of people is not separate from his culinary artistry. It is part of what gives that artistry its soul. And that same spirit seemed to flow through the entire team. I want to especially acknowledge Nate, Jeb, Luna, and Peter, whose extraordinary attention to detail, warmth, and genuine care made me feel that every moment of my experience mattered to them personally. Their hospitality went far beyond impeccable service. There was a generosity of spirit in the way they cared for me that made the evening feel deeply personal. And then there was Wolfgang's beautiful wife, Gelila. Watching the love, pride, tenderness, and devotion with which she looked at her husband was one of the most beautiful experiences of the evening. That same love seemed to extend effortlessly to the entire Spago team, to the guests, and even to my dog, Kaimana, who received what may well have been the largest portion of duck of his entire life! That simple act of kindness captured something essential about the evening for me. The love wasn't reserved for the people sitting at the tables. It seemed to extend to everyone who was part of the experience. I believe the most extraordinary art does more than impress us. It touches something deep inside us. It reminds us of the beauty, generosity, and aliveness that make life worth living. That is what this evening did for me. To Wolfgang, Gelila, Nate, Jeb, Luna, Peter, and every extraordinary member of the Spago team: thank you for the countless hours of preparation, the devotion to your craft, and the love you poured into making this evening so unforgettable. You didn't simply serve an extraordinary meal. You created an experience of beauty, connection, and transcendence that I will cherish for the rest of my life. With profound gratitude, Spar Street

Totally surprised by the OUTSTANDING service and FABULOUS dinner at Wolfgang Pucks spago restaurant…read morein Wailea Hawaii. Ambience was noisy because of many parties going on but still wonderful

Best meal on the island for me! We got two chicken and rib combos. Ribs were perfection. Chicken…read morewas so moist! Wish I could BBQ chicken as well. Huge portion of chicken and two meaty ribs. Beautiful setting on a red sand beach. There are huts with picnic tables inside to eat for shade or if it is raining. Look carefully for the signs on the main highway. The green salad and Mac salad were so tasty also. 10/10 on food and friendliness.

Got here around 12:30pm and they had run out of the chicken. They did have two plates of ribs left…read moreso got one of those since I was already there. The ribs were cooked nicely, it was tender. But it was bland and it didn't taste like it was barbecued, the color was so light. The sauce was also sweet baby rays, which is a good sauce, but I expect homemade sauce or something on a grill if I'm paying so much. Can for sure get better ribs at an actual bbq spot. The mac was not good at all. The side table where you grab utensils, napkins, sauces was also almost empty and messy. I would not come here for the ribs, there is another one that does barbecue their ribs and use a dry rub with bigger portions and is more flavorful.

The staff were very friendly and polite. The kava was Fijian sourced and quite strong. Decent…read morepricing for the amount you get. If you'd like to try authentic kava this is the place to go!!

Best dumplings I've ever had, called fried mandolin on the menu…read more The honey walnut shrimp was outstanding. The shrimp tempura roll was really good too. My only complaint, they don't have a restroom, you have to walk over to the gas station.

I can feel it coming in the air tonight, oh Lord Well, I've been waiting for this wave for all my…read morelife, oh Lord (after the wave came crushing down)... You can hear Crush from Finding Nemo saying "Righteous! Righteous!" as the waves came crashing in. So many good waves, knocking over so many people along the way. From grown women and men to teenagers flopping like fish with these powerful waves. There's a cost to park in the parking lots. You'll find plenty of parking along the road passing the lots. Big Beach is in between Little Beach and Secret Cove in the Mākena State Park area. There are porta potty's. Lifeguards gave warnings as the tide was pretty rough, advising people to be careful and go under the waves (lot of people didn't get the memo but got a lot of sand in their swim suits). Lady lost her cell phone in the ocean when she got knocked over trying to take a selfie (more like an ouchie). Kids enjoyed making sand castles but the waves were a bit too much for this Dad to carry them in. This was a great places to collect little shells for the kids, look at some lava rocks, watch some big waves on Big Beach. Mahalo

Ah, Makena State Park, treasure of Maui, where the sands are soft, crafted by God's own hand…read more Stepping onto your shores, braddah, it's like sinking into flower, soft and sweet underfoot. The cove, round and inviting, cradles the Pacific's mighty waves, and when the ocean greets you, it washes away all the worries, no ka oi. The air is alive, the trees dance with the wind, and the sun graces your skin time and again. Makena, you're truly a queen among islands, a paradise that captures the heart, no doubt, braddah!

This was the last night of a recent mother-daughter trip on Maui, and it was hands down our best…read morebar and food experience on the island. We made reservations and sat at the bar and were taken care of by Eric and Jason. They were very busy, but they still made us feel special and taken care of. They had many recommendations and we chose the Kalua Pig Pot Stickers and the crab cakes, and both were outstanding. We loved them! Wine selection is outstanding and they make amazing drinks too! The view is incredible, the atmosphere is special, and the whole experience felt like the perfect close to our trip. We will be back and highly recommend sitting at the bar and asking for Eric and Jason. They made it unforgettable!

08.29.2026 @6pm Made reservation for a table of 4…read more My daughter birthday choice as we were in the resort and just want stay within. Of course everything will be overpriced for a fine dining inside the Fairmount resort. Services is good and friendly. Main unsatisfaction was the ordered of the half dozen raw oysters, very disappointed with the quality. When they arrived, the oyster meat was extremely thin, watery, and lacked any plumpness or rich flavor. They seemed to be post-spawn or poorly harvested. While they did not smell bad, they were not enjoyable to eat at all for the price. The price tag is more for the presentation rather than the quality.