Great breakfast find. Was busy by 8:15am, but they know what they are doing to keep the line moving…read moreand the tables turned over. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. It's all outdoor dining, but all covered. We sat at a counter facing the street which was good for people watching. I did a BYO omelet with mushrooms, onions and Portuguese sausage. Came with roasted potatoes. Great portion size and tasted great. Hubby went with the bacon lovers breakfast: 2 eggs, 6 pieces of bacon, and toast. He ordered his eggs over medium and they were a little under. But he still ate them. Yummy selection of coffee drinks. And their were some really tasty looking pastries at the check-out counter. Plenty of chickens and roosters hanging around but they didn't bother us once.

Really a 3.5 star review. The person that took our order was not very friendly as she scrolled…read morethrough her phone. Ordered iced tea, fried chicken sandwich, a bottle of water with ice, and a tuna melt with the salad, dressing on the side. The rude person at the register took my name, handed me a water and silverware, and went back to her phone. We sat down. After about 10 minutes had to go in and get our ice and my iced tea. Food came out. Chicken salad was excellent. Fries were hot. My wife's tuna melt came out with one side soggy and the salad drenched in salad dressing. All in all, not a horrible experience. We'd eat here again. But their staff can use some training on customer service!

We stopped by Maui Brewing Company and had such a good experience. Ashley E. was our host and she…read morewas amazing super sweet, welcoming, and made us feel taken care of from the start. Me and my daughter shared the nachos and when I say they were HUMONGOUS they were seriously enough for both of us and we still had leftovers to take home. Definitely one of those orders where you look at the plate and immediately know you made the right choice. The atmosphere was relaxed, the service was great, and it was an easy spot to sit down, eat, and enjoy some time together. If you go hungry, don't sleep on the nachos because they are not playing about those portions. We'd definitely come back.

I wanted to switch the regular fries to garlic fries for my fish platter. When I look at the bill…read morethat's extra charged for it. It's the waiter job to tell customer if that's extra cost for it . By the way the garlic fries were cold and hard. Fish small portion for expensive price. I gave 2 stars for the Mai Tai.

Stopped by for dinner at Monkeypod in Wailea and it surprisingly exceeded my expectation and…read moreresulted in me going to Monkeypod in Ka'anapali two more times on this trip. Fairly laidback atmosphere, not as formal as Merriman's which I went to earlier on the trip, so easy to come in and feel comfortable in something as simple as a shorts and a t-shirt. Also service was good -- again, not as formal as Merriman's. A couple dishes really stood out; the poke tacos was excellent, the kalua pork & pineapple was amazing and by far my favorite dish (which is half-off during happy hour, resulting in subsequent happy hour trips), and the strawberry cream pie which was delicious. The dishes I had which could have been better included both the organic macadamia nut crusted fresh fish and the fresh caught fish tacos; they served mahi mahi the night we went, and both were "okay," but I've had ample better of both dishes at other establishments in Maui, and especially at these really high prices -- I'd recommend going to a better spot for these dishes instead. I found the monkeypod mai tai to also just be "okay"; can definitely find better mai tai's on the island. So at the end of the day, I concluded that the main dishes and cocktails weren't really worth it, but discovered that they service 50% off of appetizers and pizza during happy hours, so I would definitely recommend visiting during happy hours.

A Maui must-visit for incredible cocktails, fresh local food, and exceptional service!…read more Monkeypod Kitchen is a Maui must-visit and perfect for date night, girls' night, or a celebratory family dinner. My husband and I ordered four cocktails between us, and honestly, the drinks were the highlight of the night! Must-order cocktails Monkeypod Mai Tai -- Perfectly balanced, refreshing, and topped with that incredible honey-lilikoi foam. I could eat that foam on everything! Ube Rey -- A coconut-forward, ube-inspired take on a Mai Tai with delicious ube foam. Tropical, creamy, and so good. Food highlights Organic Macadamia-Crusted Fish of the Day (Mahi-Mahi) -- Perfectly cooked, fresh, and delicious. Our server even generously asked the ktichen to split the entree into two beautifully plated portions with rice, bok choy, and pineapple relish. Mushroom & Truffle Oil Pizza -- A delicious combination of oyster and crimini mushrooms, mozzarella and provolone, garlic, fresh thyme, and truffle oil over a creamy white sauce. The mushrooms brought a wonderful earthy flavor, while the truffle added that rich, fragrant finish without overwhelming everything else. The dough was another highlight, with a satisfying texture that brought the whole pizza together. It's flavorful and comforting, and perfect for sharing. Our little one loved the pizza. Strawberry Cream Pie -- An absolute must! The pie was incredibly light and airy, with sweet, fresh-tasting strawberries, a lovely hint of strawberry guava, and a buttery crust that tied everything together. It was the kind of dessert that feels indulgent without being heavy. I could honestly eat the whole pie myself! Family-friendly bonus: Complimentary Noodles & Cheese for children under 3 kept our little one happy while we enjoyed our cocktails. We also ordered a $3 scoop of lilikoi sorbet for him, which was generously portioned and delicious. Exceptional service: A huge shout-out to Steve R., who truly made our evening special. He offered thoughtful recommendations that helped us make the most of our meal, was attentive without hovering, and consistently made sure we had everything we needed. He was the one who took the initiative to split our entree into two plates. His warm, personable approach made us feel genuinely welcomed. Great service can elevate an already good meal, and Steve made our entire experience that much more memorable. Between the creative cocktails, fresh local flavors, delicious pizza, and outstanding hospitality, Monkeypod delivered a wonderful experience. Don't skip the Monkeypod Mai Tai or the strawberry cream pie! We'd happily return on our next trip to Maui.

There's plenty of yummy restaurants in town but you'd be hard-pressed to find a large, diverse menu…read moreanywhere even close to Cool Cat! We visited twice and everything we tried was delicious. Their barbecued ribs are surprisingly special and fall-off-the-bone-tender. My husband really enjoyed the fish tacos. We both had grilled chicken on our second visit. I can't remember the last time I saw baked potatoes as a side choice and they were perfectly prepared as well. We found the service to be very efficient and friendly despite the place being super crowded and busy both visits. The milkshakes are a bit spendy with the 'daily special' running $18! My husband loved the flavor but not sure we'd spring for that again.

Cool Cats had been recommended to me by someone i know who lives on Maui. So my wife and I made a…read morepoint to stop in for lunch. We were seated in a booth along the wall by the hostess. Ruby our server takes our order, and sends it in. Time goes by and Ruby comes by looking at worried that we might get mad with her. She tells us that "wifi went down so our order didn't print in the kitchen, and she will it through the kitchen". Things happen. Our food comes out and it was good. While we were eating something else happened so I went to talk with another staff member, who took care of this issue. This turned out to be case of if it will go wrong it will. The manager was told about all that happened and stopped by visit. He took care of things, and asked that we give them a try again. We did, and here what happened. We had just lunch near by and wanted to have one of the various milkshakes. So we stopped in a few days later. The was fairly busy, and hostess sat us at a table in front of the counter. The server came over to take our order in asking us what would like to eat? My wife tells her, that didn't want anything to eat since we just had lunch, and only wanted milkshakes. The servers face soured a little hearing this. She walks behind the counter, turns to lean against the counter with her back to us talking with the young man who makes the shakes. She brings the milkshakes over and they were good. Our server never smiled the whole time in dealing with us. She dropped of the check and walked away. We paid cash, and left. You know that place where you always have a bad experience. Unfortunately Cool Cat Cafe is one of those for us.

Came here for a nightcap and I do NOT regret it. Though we did not have any food, the menu looked…read moreamazing. The service was extremely attentive, and we got to know each of the bartenders and staff. The environment was extremely welcoming and it was not too loud to carry a conversation. I highly recommend this for a date night and/or a nightcap. I will return on my next trip!

6.22.26 UPDATE We…read moreoriginally had a disappointing experience due to slow service, limited attention from staff, and the lack of air conditioning during our visit. However, the owner took the time to respond and explain that the entire shopping center wing was experiencing cooling issues and that the restaurant was dealing with significant staffing shortages at the time. While that doesn't completely change the experience we had, I appreciate that the owner acknowledged the challenges and responded professionally rather than dismissing the feedback. One observation I would offer is that, as a customer, it was difficult to tell who was serving tables. I noticed several employees in Pint & Cork shirts moving around the restaurant, but only saw a couple of servers actively covering the dining area. It's possible some staff were assigned to bartending or other responsibilities, but from the guest perspective it gave the impression that table service was understaffed while other employees appeared unavailable. I still think there is room for improvement in the flow and logistics on the floor, but I appreciate the owner's willingness to engage with feedback and explain the circumstances. That being said, I would be willing to give the restaurant another chance. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPDATED REVIEW AFTER OWNER'S RESPONSE: 6.21.26 I appreciate the response. It's telling that you addressed the air conditioning, disputed the gender of an employee, and questioned whether I was even there, yet didn't meaningfully respond to the concerns about service, timing, attentiveness, or food quality. If a customer leaves with a poor experience, the question isn't whether they perfectly recalled every detail. The question is why they left with that impression in the first place. I suspect future readers can draw their own conclusions from both the review and the response. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Probably the most disappointing dining experience of our Hawaii trip. We specifically asked to sit indoors because we wanted a break from the Maui heat after spending the day outside. Unfortunately, we quickly realized there was no air conditioning, making the indoor seating barely any cooler than outside. The restaurant also felt severely understaffed. It took around 10 minutes just to get a Diet Coke, and every time I asked for assistance, the woman working at the register seemed to defer the request rather than help or find someone who could. Meanwhile, some employees appeared more interested in chatting than helping customers, while only one or two staff members seemed to be working the floor. I understand restaurants get busy, especially in a tourist area, but the issue wasn't just the wait--it was the feeling that customer service wasn't a priority. As for the food, it was nothing special. I ordered a steak that had a nice smoky flavor, but it arrived well done and overcooked. The rest of the meal was average at best and definitely not memorable enough to make up for the service issues. Between the lack of air conditioning, slow service, inattentive staff, and mediocre food, this was one of the few places in Hawaii where I genuinely regretted spending my money. Considering the location at The Shops at Wailea and the prices being charged, I expected a much higher level of hospitality and execution. There are far too many great dining options in Wailea to come back here.

I love going to Tommy Bahama every time I go to Hawaii. While the Waikiki location is my favorite,…read morethe Wailea location is tied for second with the Mauna Lani location. On this latest trip, we came for appetizers and drinks only -- we showed up without reservations and were immediately sat at the bar. Tommy's "world famous coconut shrimp" is the best on the island, and definitly earns the title. The mai tai was okay, not the best, but decent enough. Good service and fun location -- highly recommend!

As longtime Tommy Bahama restaurant patrons and loyal retail customers, we were incredibly…read moredisappointed by how our recent happy hour visit was handled. My partner and I arrived around 2:50 PM, settled into the bar, and ordered multiple rounds of drinks and appetizers. Around 3:50, while we were actively eating and drinking, a woman arrived with two companions and asked us to move our seats so they could sit together. There were plenty of available tables elsewhere in the restaurant. I politely declined with a simple, "No, thank you." The woman became indignant, called me a "rude little shit," moved an empty barstool into the walkway, and proceeded to glare at us. She then involved the hostess, Mimi, who came over and asked us to move ourselves, our food, and our drinks to accommodate this woman's preferred seating arrangement. I politely declined again. A restaurant cannot control every rude patron, but it absolutely controls how its staff responds. Instead of allowing established guests to finish their meals undisturbed, the hostess chose to intervene on behalf of someone whose conduct had already made the experience deeply uncomfortable. My partner became so uncomfortable that even finishing our meal was unpleasant. After years of supporting Tommy Bahama restaurants and purchasing its merchandise, this was an exceptionally disappointing experience. Hospitality should not mean inconveniencing respectful, paying customers to appease someone making unreasonable demands. Unfortunately, we cannot recommend this location and have no intention of returning.

I give LB five stars for the combination of great value and terrific food. Our family of four…read morereally enjoyed our evening here--it was a well needed respite from the overpriced fancy menus of the various resort restaurants down the hill. We started with the spam and unagi musabi, which is cut in half and a bit messy for four to share but perfect for two. It was delicious! We also had the poke nachos which had plenty of fresh ahi piled on. My wife and I split a smash burger deluxe style--one of the best burgers I've had for a while. The boys split fish tacos, which they devoured with enthusiasm. We had two sides of fries for the four of us, which was more than enough. The server was helpful and efficient. We had the tasting flight, and all five beers were excellent. Can't wait to come back!

Quality/Quantity - Another day, another happy hour. My wife…read moregot the HH Salmon Belly Bowl and really, I mean really, like it. I was worried even as light eaters that it would not have been enough food. I got the HH Smash Burger and Fries - $9, well you get what you pay for, lol. It was okay, nothing to write about, pun intended. When a meal is the same price as your one beer, don't expect much, lol. And after 3 beers... Well 4 if you count the one I had at home, lol. Overall a simple menu done well. Beer, of course, was good. I have drank many of these beers, especially when in Hi, Maui. Ambiance - A small brewery, but if you count the indoor/oudoor space, it was of decent size. We chose to sit at the bar as it typically has better service. Got lucky and got the very first space and there was no parking in this first lot. Clean restrooms, two unsex stalls. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 9pm, on weekdays they have HH from 2pm to 5pm. Service - Good, the lady bartender was the best!!! We watched a little of the game together and had some small talk. The male bartender was no nonsense. Price - $48 + tip. I got another beer only because my wife wanted us to hit the $50 mark so we can get $10 off at their upcountry location. Let's see if they will honor this receipt. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success at this location since 2024 and with your other location, which we hope to visit also on this trip.

The onion soup is just incredible. They use the drippings from their prime rib for flavor and then…read moreit has this wonderful crust on top. We usually sit at the bar, and Alex is the bartender and the waiter there. His wine recommendations are always spot on. Sometimes we have the onion soup and the prime rib, some nights we only have the onion soup and then the crème brûlée for dessert. We're major foodies and it's always a wonderful tasting experience.

We had a great experience here. Our large group was seated without any issues, and the staff was…read morefriendly and quick to help. The second‑floor space has plenty of open windows, giving it a relaxed, breezy feel. There's also a large central bar if you prefer that over a table. Their happy hour is definitely worth checking out. Drinks The Mai Tai was decent, not the best we had on the island, but still enjoyable. The pineapple slice was a nice touch. Food The Caesar Salad had good flavor, though the dressing was a bit heavy. The croutons were excellent. The Fish Tacos Pupu were a standout happy hour deal. The fish was fresh and fried to a crispy golden brown. The Pork Sliders on the happy hour menu were also very tasty. Overall, it's a great spot to take advantage of a solid happy hour.