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    Hula Grill Kaanapali

    3.9 (4.8k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    HULA GRILL KAANAPALI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Coconut Seafood Chowder
    Michelle L.

    Conveniently located inside Whalers Village right on the beach, this is one of the restaurants recommended if you're looking for a sit-down meal with a beautiful ocean view. Expect a wait but make a reservation in advance if you can. We started with the ahi tuna crispy rice, which was absolutely delicious. The crispy rice had the perfect crunch, while the fresh ahi, creamy sauce, and sesame seeds made every bite memorable. For my entrée, I had the coconut seafood chowder, served with rice. It was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor without being overly heavy. The seafood was perfectly cooked, and the fresh herbs and vegetables added a wonderful balance. We also ordered a side of broccolini, which was cooked perfectly and made a great addition to the meal. The service was attentive and friendly, and the atmosphere was relaxed with an island vibe. Between the delicious food, beachfront setting, and welcoming service, this is a spot we'd gladly return to. If you're looking for fresh, flavorful food in Maui with a fantastic view, this restaurant is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back the next time we're on the island!

    View from our table
    Lisa W.

    When in Kaanapali, hit up Whalers Village for Hula Grill. One of the better Americanized hawaiian food. And BEST kids menu hands down. It's gonna be expensive, so know that coming in. We started with some clams, and for that price you only got like 6 clams. Knowing that now I would skip! Stick with just a salad and entree. We got the Caesar salad, it was pretty good. My entree was the ahi tuna slightly seared. This restaurant is one of the only places I know that can cook an ahi tuna right. Other places we've been too tends to overcook it. Hula grill got it right. It was delicious. My husband got the Mac nut fish, and he said it was ok. He said it needed a better beurre Blanc sauce. Maybe with some citrus. It lacked flavor. But the best thing here was the kids menu. When we went they had a $20 petite filet with mash potatoes. It was perfectly cooked. My 2 year old ate ALL 4oz of the filet! It was that good. I tried a little piece and hot damn, what a deal. The best kids menu deal when they have it available! Get it. It was our anniversary, so the server gave us a celebratory hula pie. So good. It's nice they recognize your celebratory moment too!

    Hula Pie
    Lad B.

    Hula Grill in Kaanapali delivers an unforgettable oceanfront meal! The absolute star of the night was the filet mignon. It was fabulous, and the unexpected touch of mint elevated the flavor beautifully. We also indulged in the famous "Hula Pie" for dessert. Decadent is an understatement! It is absolutely massive--definitely enough for 4 people and not to be missed.To be fair, the service was somewhat slow, but the incredible food completely made up for it. As for drinks, the local Mai Tai was good, though not the greatest I've ever had on the island. Pro-tip: Reservations are strongly recommended, but they do accept walk-ins with a short wait. Plus, they offer parking validation which is a huge bonus in this area

    Burger
    Angela F.

    Nearly 10 years after our honeymoon, we returned to Maui with our 7 year old son, and we came here for dinner our first night. My husband ordered the Hawaiian ceviche to start, and he really really liked it. I also thought it was pretty good, the coconut flavor was a nice addition since we're used to Mexican-style ceviche. I had the poke bowl, and I thought it was great. All of the accompaniments were spot on. The spicy cucumbers and bamboo shoots in particular. For his entree, my husband got the burger and he downed it. My son got the grilled cheese. Definitely happy with our choices. Mahalo!

    Pork chop- special
    Kim T.

    Loved the outdoor vibe. We wanted to stay for the show at 7pm but they are fast! We were done by 6 and were completely satiated so had to give up the table. Note in the photos what we had. The seafood platter and pork shank were straight FIRE but everything save the salt-rubbed steak were very good. I was disappointed with the size and tenderness of the Mahi-Mahi dish and at that price it should have been awesome, but I guess it was ok. I wouldn't order it again. Bar drinks were good except the Long Island ice tea-had to send it back for another drink. Alex, our server was awesome-friendly and fast and attentive. All in all everyone was super happy and delighted with dinner! We will return.

    Anita M.

    My partner & I had a good experience here for lunch. We got sat outside which was nice but it got hot really fast. I wish we sat inside or under the fans. We ordered cocktails, the poke tacos, fish tacos and the hula pie. I enjoyed the poke tacos!! The fish tacos were average. The pie was delicious! They had live music outside when we went. I'd come again. They also do validate parking which was great!

    Sunset view from dining room patio
    D L.

    Hula Grill honored our Open Table request with a beautiful view of bay and sunset. The crowds all fill the walkways when the sun sets but the location and Hawaiian music from the barefoot bar makes this a must stop when visiting Kaanapali. Free dessert for special occasions. Our server plus bar servers and food servers ALL wished us a Happy Anniversary! Mahi Macadamia Entree and Grilled Red Snapper Entree were filling and prepared well. Save room for Hula Pie! Focaccia Bread with their signature pepper oil is now extra and not included with meal. This was our only disappointment. Lava Flow is excellent! We've been coming to Hula Grill every time we visit Maui. It's prices have soared over the 20 years, and it's vibe has become nosier from the crowds gathered in Whalers Shopping but it's food and service will be the reason we return next visit. Great job Hula Grill.

    Easy to spot- fun place! Indoor and sandy outdoor dining. Live music, bat.
    Jacqueline S.

    Always enjoy the Hula Grills, big menu of fresh food. Several on the islands. We had a happy time here, we keep coming back. Good variety in menu. Lots of fruit, veg, protein options. Food is always good. The 3 of us had great meals, enjoyed outdoor shaded, sandy seating. Fun and fantastic! Good service, fast and Jackie was delightful. Mahalo! So wonderful- perfect weather, happy place.

    KIAWE GRILLED FILET MIGNON $57
    Alice W.

    We sat in the dine in reservation side. There's also a more casual side of the restaurant. Pros: great views, ambiance (ocean view right next to the sand) and great service, everyone is so friendly here. Cons: food is okay. not terrible but for the price, it was underwhelming We tried the filet mignon (my favorite of the dishes we tried), off menu red snapper special (tasted a bit too fishy) and broccolini side (too vinegar / lime for me), and gave us a free hula pie for celebrating a birthday here. Hula pie was giant and delicious and very sweet they gave it to us for a birthday.

    Happy memories at Hula Grill.

    We have always loved Hula grill Restaurant for their delicious menu, amazing service and sunset views! The prices are reasonable for a vacation in Hawaii and the food choices are always creative and tasty. we had the Mai Tai. The appetizer was the focaccia bread with the AMAZING chili water!!!! Huge portion too! Local style potstickers with sauce on a little salad. For dinner: Flat Iron steak with Chimichurri, mashed potatoes with crispy onions on top and roasted carrots. Good serving sizes. Our waitress (Belinda?) was kind and very attentive. All the staff were kind and refilling our waters and clearing plates. A memorable meal for a special night out. And, of course, the sunset was amazing!

    Fish and Chips!  Happy Hour!
    Nathan M.

    Hula Grill has a very solid happy hour, if you can find a seat! Always busy but made busier now after the horrific Lahaina fires, it seems all those folks that used to cruise Lahaina are now meandering through Whaler Village now. (Sorry I digress!) Back to the food, if you can hit the happy hour prices and get a spot at the bar it's hard to beat this atmosphere.

    Crab Wontons- the sauce was FIRE!!! (In the best way)
    Jackie B.

    Located in Whalers Village, Hula Grill offers a beautiful setting right off Kaanapali Beach, with easy access to the scenic beach path that stretches a couple miles along the shoreline. We visited with a large party, and the restaurant was accommodating in seating us away from the sandy beachfront area, which helped with my mother-in-law's wheelchair. That said, the host seemed a bit annoyed when I requested the change--not the best first impression. Thankfully, our server Amber turned things around with attentive service and great menu recommendations. The crab wontons were a standout--crispy with a spicy, flavorful sauce that was so good I ended up using it with my main dish. It has a kick too!! I love a good spice. I ordered the fresh island fish with a lemon-based sauce and rice, which was solid. The Liliko'i Rita, however, was underwhelming and tasted watered down. Our bill came out to around $500 for 8 adults and 1 child. Overall, the food and setting were enjoyable, but for the price, it didn't quite feel worth it. If I could give it a half star, it would be a 3.5. The restaurant was kind enough to offer free desserts to our birthday celebrants. However, they might have scored higher if the host hadn't shown disdain when I requested to be moved. Why would you seat someone in the "beach sand" seating area if they are using a wheelchair? Where's the Aloha spirit? . Disappointing!

    Cheeseburger
    Melody P.

    Can't beat having an ocean view meal! I tried the pork sandwich today it was pretty good! I brought my family here they enjoyed their meal too!

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    Ask the Community - Hula Grill Kaanapali

    Gift cards available to buy from mainland?

    You can buy e-gift cards online. You can also go to the TS Restaurants website and order physical gift cards from then there. They will be mailed to you.

    Is there a kids menu?

    Yes!! My 3 year old got Teriyaki Chicken with coconut rice. There were other items as well. The servers were so kind and understanding to his needs as well!

    Is the restaurant ADA compliant?

    Yes it is ADA. Lots of space to roll around in wheel chairs, ramps to roll up in.

    Is the bar menu different than the restaurant? I want fish tacos? I don't see the bar menu posted online?

    Yes I've ordered regular food from the bar cause there was a wait for seating in the dining area so we sat at the bar and ate dinner and dessert.

    Does anyone knowing they have reopened the bar area from hostess seating only to walk ins?

    The bar is definitely self seating.

    Do you deliver to the Hyatt residence?

    Call direct They may offer door dash M

    What is their tasting menu all about and how much?

    This item must be "new" on their menu. Now, I am curious and must check it out the next time we are in Lahaina. I will post once we try it.

    When is happy hour?

    Their drink becomes warm if it is not a shot.

    Does the restaurant take reservations? Call directly or? Thank you?

    No reservations. Can call our place an order online for contactless pickup.

    Is the restaurant Air-Conditioned?

    Not that I noticed. It has sections open to the sky along with a couple of sections more enclosed. My guess is no, but not sure.

    What time is your lua?

    luau? don't think they have one. The Hyatt does...

    What is the parking situation?

    There is a parking structure for Whaler's Village and they do validate your parking.

    Do they have a great happy hour?

    YES!! Awesome happy hour

    Do they have any good gluten free and/or dairy free options?

    Yes they do.

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    While we were walking the Kaanapali Beach walkway we noticed a great dining area offering an…read moreawesome vibe and said we will have to come back here. So today we walked over to check out the Ulu Kitchen located in the Westin Maui. Short walk from the Marriott Maui Ocean Club down the pathway. Sat on the deck overlooking the beach and took in the ocean breezes. Staff were very attentive and quick to get us settled in to our table. Our server Brandon happily took our drink order bringing back some amazingly cocktails. The Mai Tai had a decadent foam on top unlike your normal Mai Tai that truly made the cocktail unique. Brandon took our order and we took in the beautiful Kaanapali coast and people watched, our food came and we started with a Tako (octopus) prepared in an escargot style served with house made focaccia bread. Great way to start and the sauce full of garlic and butter. The salad was great with the option of chicken or local fish and I took the fish. The smash burger was da bomb! Great quality beef on A soft brioche bun, the French fries had a unique flavor twist prepared with a little rosemary, very good. Loved the feel of the room (if you call it that-solid roof flowing onto lattice and then palapa style umbrellas and completely open on 3 sides. Great music in the background with the ocean views ocean breezes superb cocktails and delizioso food. This was our "Linner" late lunch and early dinner. Bravissimo Ulu Kitchen not only will we be coming back and staying at the Westin we will be coming back to your cucina to dine again. Mahalo Nui Loa. Ciao

    Very popular, cute spot with incredible views right on the Kaanapali boardwalk. The restaurant is…read moreaccessible through the pedestrian path or through the Westin. If you make reservations but are not staying at the hotel, you can have the restaurant validate your valet parking ($40). Our server, Brian, was very friendly and offered his recommendations. Overall the food was good, but there were definitely some oversalting issues. It seemed like the different components of the dish were seasoned but not tasted as a whole - leading to salt being slightly overpowering. Pricing is expected for the location. They have live music right next door and there's plenty of walking/shopping opportunities for post meal.

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    Hula Grill Kaanapali - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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