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Hula Grill Kaanapali

3.9 (4.8k reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Casual
Touristy
Moderate noise
Good for groups

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Crab Topped Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Fish
Sydney A.

This review is specifically for Edwardo he is the absolute best server I have ever had in my entire life. Never have I been treated this well!! He went above and beyond to make sure we had the best service. I HIGHLY recommend the Hula pie you MUST get this dessert at least once (maybe 2x ;) ) it's THAT good! Do not skip out on visiting this restaurant. They have a "bar type menu" and a standard menu more upscale. Get the upscale one. Get the macadamia nut crusted mahi-mahi! Bonus points for a great kids menu!! please go here when you visit Maui specifically wailers village. You won't regret it.

Outside
Will R.

We had an opentable reservation. They sat us quickly. We sat in the back of the main area with a small view of the ocean. The sun was setting which was actually a bit too bright from our vantage point. Service was fast despite being on Hawaii time. We ordered some interesting sounding drinks. They tasted great. We kept it light for dinner. I had a crusted fish. My wife had a caesar salad. Overall, very nice restaurant that's quite busy at all times.

Lychee Martini
Adri R.

Amazing beachside dining with live music, attentive service, and delicious food! The calamari and ceviche with taro chips were fantastic, and the lychee martini was so refreshing! They offer both casual and fine dining. I tried casual this time and will definitely be back to experience fine dining next!

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!

Kiawe Grilled Filet Mignon
Julia V.

My other half and I rode from town to Hula Grill for our anniversary dinner. Amber was our server for the night and she took great care of us. She was knowledgeable of the menu, super sweet, and made us feel right at home. Poke tacos are a must always, but this time we got 2 orders (comes in 3 tacos per order). We also tried the kiawe grilled filet mignon (medium rare) with togarashi shrimp (split onto 2 plates) and at the end of dinner, Amber brought out a hula pie for our anniversary. We love Hula Grill and definitely a spot we recommend to our friends or visitors.

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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!

Fresh Tomato Soup, Lobster, Shrimp & Scallop Potstickers, and Poke Tacos
Samantha L.

Food was okay, but the service was great. I was pleasantly surprised that they split up the steak into two plates and plated each separately when we told them that we were planning to share the entree. However, the steak was a bit chewy, and the you can't really taste the seafood in the potstickers. Also, despite having made a reservation ahead of time, we were seated pretty far away from the live music, which we were also disappointed by.

Lavender Yuzu Lemonade
Leah D.

We did not make reservations and so were referred to the more casual side where we found the bar! That was lovely, beautiful view of the sunset, live music and hula. We walked a mile from our hotel and back, but you can take a trolley, incredibly convenient way to make a memorable night here. Good burger, great drinks, great company.

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

Mai tai
Jackie O.

Excellent spot if you're looking for fresh fish on the water. Cute tiki bar and tables outside along the water with a beautiful view of countless boats going in and out. Mai tai was good, but my boyfriend thought it was the worst one he has had on the island. Fish tacos were very tasty. Kids cheeseburger came out fast and taste pretty good, we had the option of french fries or pineapple which I thought was great. Pulled pork sandwhich was tasty and came with french fries. The hula pie is a must get if you're interested in dessert. It's HUGE but sooo good!

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!

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!

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

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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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