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Japengo is located inside the Hyatt resort and was an easy, short walk from our stay at the Westin. The outdoor patio alone is worth the visit -- the view is absolutely breathtaking, especially around sunset. We ordered the Unagi Roll ($29), Shaking Beef Noodles ($48), and the Kanpachi Kama ($37), which wasn't actually on the menu. They had run out of the Hamachi Kama (I overheard they only get about 3-5 per day), so they offered Kanpachi instead -- and it ended up being a great choice. While the prices are definitely on the higher side, that's expected at a five-star resort in Maui. Service was excellent, the atmosphere was stunning, and the food was delicious all around. For the views, quality, and overall experience, it was absolutely worth it. I'd recommend Japengo to anyone visiting Maui!
Our server Jeffrey was amazing and so genuine! We got the pork buns and Kaanapali and hawaian roll. Both amazing! Green tea and a mango cocktail! all delicious options. Oh and the views of the sunset ! You can't beat that! Highly highly recommended
Great ambiance! Went for after dinner drinks and dessert. So yummy! We sat at the bar but the seating areas looked super inviting as well. Love this new space. The bartenders were very friendly despite being very busy.
Nice location in Hyatt Regency, and if you're seated in the right spot, a great sunset. We showed up an hour before our reservation to have a couple cocktails at the bar, all was going great until another couple showed up wanting to have dinner at the bar and the bartenders tried their best to get us to leave for what I guess they expected to be a higher ticket. They even had the hostess approach us and ask if we'd checked in. 20 minutes before our reservation, so we had not. She told us a table would be ready soon. All too weird. At our scheduled time, we were called and taken to a table. We got a great spot and excellent service from Carrie. As others have nentioned, prices are pretty high, but quality was very good. Curry Dusted Calamari was super tasty but were really tiny pieces. Otoro Sashimi was excellent. Swordfish was very good, but plating was pretty bland. Still, a good dish. All in all, it was a good meal. I wish they hadn't made it so weird at the bar, but I'd go back.
Excellent service. Easy to book online during our stay at the Hyatt. Really nice views of the ocean. Amazing sushi and chirashi don. I ordered the lychee pineapple drink they made it less sweet for me. Then we go the malasadas with the lilokoi syrup and the macadamia nut sauce omg -- so good!!!
Food seems to be hit or miss here. Very pricey with mediocre or bland flavors for many of the dishes, including the calamari, beef noddles, edamame, sushi, carrots, and Mac n cheese. Shrimp, lobster, and hamachi kama were good. View is gorgeous obviously since it overlooks the water. However, not enough lighting at night. I could barely see my food and needed to use my phones light. The little table lights they have weren't enough. Most of our food didn't take long to come out but two items took a long time, which should have been the easier ones (lobster tail and grilled fish which both cook fast). Most of our table was done eating by the time I got my grilled fish.
Japengo delivered on every level. Stunning oceanfront views from the Hyatt Regency resort, incredibly fresh sushi, and flavorful Asian-inspired dishes that were delicious. Service was friendly and on point, and the cocktails were perfect for sunset. Pricey, but absolutely worth it. A must-do Maui dinner.
I went to Japengo with a party of 13. We had made reservations in advance. A couple of thoughts: - Sushi was good, fresh and tastes great - Dessert was epic and would recommend - we were seated at two separate tables which lead to different kitchen timing for Adults vs Kids table - Service was not great.. 2-3 stars at best. Not everyone was offered drinks when we sat down, when we did all finally order them (in 3 seperate waves due to the servers inability to ask us all the first time), it was about 20 minutes into the meal and 25 min after sitting down to even order I would overall recommend and hope we had a one off service experience
Really nice dinner spot in the Hyatt Regency. The oceanfront views are beautiful and the vibes are set with the dim lighting and chic décor. We started with some salads that were deliciously fresh and opened up the appetite. My bf and I split the 5 piece omakase, 2 rolls, and the garlic noodles. We were surprised by how full we ended up leaving, the rolls here are ginormous! Even though they are a staggering $30 a roll, I did feel like the size of them justified the price. Of course all the fish was super fresh and buttery, and every piece of the omakase was delicious. The chu-toro was a standout, it was really melt-in-your-mouth and rich. Other orders at the table included the shaking beef noodles and the special fish of the day, which all got great reviews too. We had a delicious bottle of sake to wash everything down, and ended the night with the ginger crème brulee. We really got to enjoy dinner and weren't rushed at all, I think we got to enjoy a good 2 hours of great conversation and food. It's definitely a splurge to come here but I think the quality and vibes make it all worth it!
I stayed at the resort and stopped by for a quick bite and drink. I didn't make a reservation and was seated at the bar. The ambiance was very intimate and beautiful views. Service was excellent, my server super attentive and fast. I tried the Ube Sour, a gin-based cocktail that was strong but balanced with the sweet ube. The fish was fresh, which I appreciated. However, the poke block missed the mark for me. The rice was hard and fell apart easily, and the poke itself didn't feel authentic. For the small portion, the price didn't feel justified. I'd be open to giving the place another shot next time.
Japengo is at the Hyatt Regency Maui and located at the lobby level and overlooks the hotel pools. We made same day reservations and was able to get a table for 4 later in the evening on a Wednesday. There was a line of people trying to make reservations also so book before or earlier. We arrived a few minutes early for the reservation and our table was ready. The restaurant is much bigger than I thought. Large covered dining area plus the dining on the newly renovated and extra large deck over looking the pool. Evening time was dark inside but the table lights were bright enough at the table and added the nice ambiance. Our server was so friendly and patient and I saw that she was on top of every request and order from all the tables in her section. Amazing skills! We ordered the white lotus mocktail, a OJ, kids Mac and cheese, curry dusted calamari, Korean seafood pancakes, pork belly bao, Rainbow and Shrimp Tempura rolls, and the blackened tuna roll. The dishes and sushi rolls are generous portions and we didn't understand or were starving. We ordered too much for the table. Even the kids Mac and cheese came in this huge bowl enough for two kids. All the sushi rolls were fresh and delicious. They were topped with this wasabi tobiko. I've never had anything like that, and I wished I had more to top other dishes. The Korea seafood pancakes were really crispy on the outside and light and doughy on the inside with the seafood. The sauce on top was great. If they had called this seafood hush puppies, I would have been happy with the order. Each piece was ginormous but didn't have much green onions. I was expecting the pancakes to have a lot more green onions. The pork belly bao buns had a nice pickled salad on top. The buns were not very fluffy but serviceable. The dish was ok. The curry dusted calamari was also just ok. Calamari was fried well and crispy. The curry dust was just not the flavor we liked. And it came with these grape halves around which didn't really go well with the calamari or flavor in my opinion. I think if we ever come back, we'll stick with the sushi menu.
Beautiful views especially around sunset, reservations highly recommended. Lychee pineapple cocktail was perfect - not too sweet , just a tad on the smaller side. Dishes were hit or miss (and very pricey)! Tofu stir fry should be completely skipped - very bland; seafood udon was super yummy (but also $50 for a relatively small portion). Ginger crème brûlée at the end was very refreshing
We've been to the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa several times (one of our favorite places). We hadn't dined at Japengo so this time decided to have try it. We were not disappointed. We had an amazing and breathtaking view overlooking the ocean. The food was delicious. The garlic noodles are a must. We had a vegetarian roll - also delicious and well-prepared. We also tried the filet mignon - cooked just right. Everything was so tasty. I would be remiss if I didn't talk about the service. Everyone was so nice and accommodating. Carrie served us - so nice and Pleasant. If you are in the area and want some really good Asian Fusion food, to enjoy an amazing view and have great service, Japengo is your spot. read more
2 years ago
*KOREAN SEAFOOD PANCAKES* I would pay an onsurb amount of money to shake the hand of the women (or man?) who put this beautiful, perfect dish together. If I could give this place a Michelin star I would. A culinary genius works here. I love the unique dishes they have. The sushi was fresh and buttery. The combinations they put together were works of art. Had the chef's special and let me tell you- it was truly special. I know this seems dramatic but I do really love it here hahaha. Most importantly though don't forget to order the korean seafood pancakes. Shane if you're reading this we love u! read more
First night on Maui, we weren't super hungry after stopping for a snack at the food trucks by the airport. We had a reservation & they got us right in. Service was fantastic!! Beautiful view, would've been a divine sunset had we arrived earlier. We're going to try calamari at every restaurant we visit - the calamari here was probably 3.5* it was yummy and unique but not warm?? Not sure if that's the intention. We had two rolls and they were good, but not $35 good - and we live in AZ so fresh sushi in Maui should blow outs out of the water (but didn't). We're staying at the Hyatt but probably won't return to this restaurant based on prices and other sushi in the area. read more
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2 years ago
The ambiance of the restaurant was great with dim lighting and beautiful views, and the portions quite large--the nigiri included. I had the 5 nigiri omakase and uni nigiri for my main, and the uni was fantastic. And the spicy edamame was probably my favorite of the dishes we ordered. It was very well prepared compared to prior nigiri I've had. Now, the reason for the 2 star review? The service. For a ~$300 meal, the service was near rock bottom. 1. The miso soup that was ordered was never provided. Then to make matters worse, after it was cancelled (as everything else had already arrived), it still ended up on the check. 2. The pacing. The starters arrived at the same time as the main dishes. There was no pause between. And our table ended up quite full, and having to rush between cold sushi and hot dishes. 3. We didn't get soy sauce. My husband asked the waitress for soy sauce and she said she'll get it. She left and returned and proceeded to give soy sauce to the guy across from us. Much to both his and our confusion. Then she left and got us soy sauce. 4. Being rushed. There was an overall sense of being rushed. I left to go to the bathroom half way into my food and came back to a table with the food all boxed up. We were there less than an hour. 5. "The boxes are behind me." -- My husband explained what occurred while I was gone. The waitress came by and asked if I was coming back to finish my food or if I was done. He replied I'll be back. Her response was "Would you like the rest of the food boxed up?" He replied sure. And she replied by pointing behind her "The boxes are behind me." That completely confused my husband. Did she expect him to go get the boxes himself and box his food? Luckily the second male older server came by and boxed up the food for him. 6. It wasn't just us. I noticed her bring something to the couple beside us and them being confused and telling her they didn't order it. That couple appeared rushed as well. We left a 15% tip which is low for us. Would have been 10% but didn't want to stiff the older waiter that was doing his job well and we weren't sure how the tips were being split. 7. Side note: when she arrived she asked if we wanted any hot tea. We already had tea on the table that the older waiter brought. If she just looked at our table she would have seen it. Ultimately the food was good, but the service was so abysmal we're not going back. I couldn't even enjoy my food. And thus we wouldn't recommend it. read more
1 year ago
Japengo has a fancy, beachfront Japanese vibe, we ate here three nights in a row; it was the highlight of my trip with delicious mahi mahi and the freshest sushi at sunset. read more
10 months ago
This restaurant falsely advertises accommodations for dairy, gluten, and other allergies on its menu, but they cannot deliver. We explicitly requested the server check with the chef for safe options; she refused outright and offered nothing viable. After wasting our time, we stood up and left. The front desk staff responded with outright rudeness and dismissal when we explained the issue no apology, no accountability. Do not risk your health here; their "guarantees" are a lie, and customer safety is clearly not a priority read more
5 months ago
Always elegant flavorful food, go for date night, leave the kids at home. Service is usually in a timely manner but these art pieces do take time, always fresh, the price is what is expected for upscale island food and I've been back a few times. 10/10 read more
Great location within walking distance to the hotels. Beautiful outdoor area overlooking the water at kaanapali. Perfect location to see the sunset overlooking Lanai. You have to get the boa buns!!! They are the best ones I've ever had. The tuna poke has good flavor but no crunch to it. The sushi rolls had lots of fresh fish. Flavors blended well together. Fried rice was good size to share with the table as an app. Desserts were good and the lilikoi sauce was so yummy! Service with friendly and quick. read more
Japengo was solid on my second visit - definitely a pricier spot, but that's Maui. We ordered the chef's special roll (hamachi, rice, crab, cucumber) - really good. Also got the garlic noodles, which four of us shared, though one hungry person could easily finish it solo. We ordered three rolls but probably needed four or five to really fill us all up. The highlight, though, was dessert: the Kaanapali Pie - crazy good. Chocolate layered cake with some kind of mocha or ice cream center and fudge on top - loaded with flavor. We also had the crème brûlée, which was good but didn't beat the pie. Sat on their newly opened outdoor patio with a panoramic ocean view - awesome photo spot. Service was friendly and attentive, drinks were solid (I had the mule, our friends had old fashioned - at least two rounds). Great for a date night or special occasion - my wife and I first came here for our anniversary, and if you mention that, they may comp the dessert. Indoor seating also has ocean views. Definitely make a reservation. read more
10 months ago
Delicious, fresh sushi and drinks, but definitely hotel pricing (think $15+ for 2 pieces of nigiri, $4 for a club soda, close to $30 for a roll, $30 for a margarita). A gorgeous view during the day and staff was very friendly and helpful. We will likely go back when we're back in Kaanapali as we had a great time, but you are definitely paying in part for the convenience of it being at a hotel near the beach. Staff was knowledgeable and accommodating about allergies, including gluten. read more
6 months ago
Wow! We absolutely loved our dinner at Japengo. Located at the Hyatt regency the ambiance was lovely the moment we arrived. We started with cocktails at the bar that were perfectly crafted and made our way to dinner where we couldn't have asked for a better vibe. The sushi was so fresh and delicious and the service was attentive. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Lahaina. Mahalo read more
1 year ago
The deck was upgraded but lost its beautiful waterfall and views. Food unfortunately was not the same. Sushi was fishy. Calamari was ok. Service wasn't the best. read more
Japengo tends to be a restaurant we eat at twice while we are in Maui... Partly because we stay at the Hyatt Regency, so it's convenient, but mainly because the food is always amazing! We tend to crave the California rolls and will even order to-go to enjoy in our room or out on the beach. There is a variety of options to choose from which makes it wonderful. It is not just sushi, you can choose other meals that are definitely worth it. This trip I tried the Shaking Beef Noodles and oh my gosh the beef was to die for! It was way better than I expected! The noodles and the sauce were all amazing, so I highly recommend trying that dish! But also you cannot go wrong with the California rolls because they use actual crab meet - so good! read more
Honestly there's nothing wrong with this place. The staff was great. The views are incredible. However the food is really average for what you pay. I've had better sushi in Los Angeles, San Francisco, etc. this was not a must eat at place read more
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Amazing food with a perfect sunset view on the deck. Fresh catch was mahi with a lemongrass sauce cooked perfectly. Our favorite dish of the night was the carpaccio. The flavors were balanced and an explosion of the taste buds! Must come here when in Maui! read more
2 years ago
Stop what you're doing and book Japengo now! From the moment you step in, you're surrounded by stunning views, an amazing atmosphere, and impeccable service. And the food? Absolute perfection--every single bite felt like a celebration of flavors. This place is so popular for a reason, and trust me, you don't want to miss it. We booked well in advance and only managed to dine here once, but I wish we could've gone back before leaving Maui--no chance, it's that in demand! Don't wait--secure your reservation now, and thank me later! read more
8 months ago
Had an unbelievable experience at Japengo! This place is an absolute gem. From the moment we arrived, every staff member made us feel special. Located inside the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, this place boasts breathtaking ocean views and a cool, upscale vibe. Oh, and OMG! hands down, the best sushi I've ever had in my life (and likely ever will TBH). I tried the Chef's Special roll which changes nightly, and it was out of this world. The freshness and flavor are unmatched. The Baos were equally stellar -- Perfectly balanced and packed with the most succulent pork belly and pickled veggies. And we absolutely had to end on the Malasadas!!! They're light, fluffy, and come with a trio of dipping sauces: passion fruit, mango, and chocolate. Ugh, I die! From the stunning views to the exceptional flavors, Japengo is a place where you can truly indulge and savor every moment. I'm already dreaaaaming about my next visit! read more
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8 months ago
Perched above the waters off the Ka'anapali Hyatt resort another of our favorite stops while in the islands. Dinner opens at 5, reservations highly recommended. Indoor and outdoor seating options available. Attractive Asian decor is cozy but airy and frames many gorgeous views over AuAu channel toward Lahaina and Lana'i. Staff are very professional and sensitive, appearing at always the right moment. We started with the Trader Vic's original Mai Tai. This ain't your resort-style blend. Honest-to-goodness old school kinda boozy like when folk's livers were leathery. Giddyup. Wine list covers many mid to upper-tier new and old world selections including a brief list of sake. Tonite we ordered the chef's special roll of spicy tuna,cucumber and avocado under sliced blue-fin, tobiko and microgreens, (chef's special a must every time) and nigiri of o toro, and Santa Barbara uni. In the past they've served mostly Hokkaido so was nice for the change. No matter, their produce is always superbly selected. There is a variety of sides dishes that allow some creativity in composing your feast. Tonite we put together kimchee edamame mash potatoes, shiitakes braised in garlic-oyster sauce and side scallops (2 per order). Flavors are deep and satisfying without too much weight. Sides are quite generous. There are desserts that look great but we typically pass, so no comment. Come n see for yourself. Overall, excellent as always. Joe-Bob says get you some Japengo-a-go-go read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Food: 2 stars, Seafood pancake pretty good. garlic noodle is so so. Ordered 3 different Sushi rolls all are mediocre and overpriced. Service: 4 stars Ambiance: 4 stars. location is convenient. read more
Aren't You Glad to Sashimi? Located at the world-class Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Japengo ("Land of Mystery") offers up a fusion of Asian cuisine meets island flavors into harmonious dishes. Altho, they definitely do lean into the Japanese side of Asia. This was probably our second favorite meal during our time on Maui, and it was the second and final family dinner to celebrate my parents' 50th anniversary. The Good: *Service was outstanding. I wish I could recall our server's name (Yukakoe?) to give her a shout-out, but I don't recall. *Drinks were fantastic and strong. *Location is really terrific as the whole restaurant is open-air, and the views of Ka'anapali Beach are amazing. Pro Tip: Try and schedule your meal about an hour or so before sunset to really get the best time. *Spicy Edamame was delicious and a good app for sharing. *Karaage Chicken was also crispy and delicious. *Omakase (chef's choice) sashimi was outstanding, as all the fish was super fresh, delicately prepared, and practically melted in my mouth. *Sushi rolls were pricy but huge and delicious. *Great place to celebrate a special date, as they went all out and had a special off-the-menu dessert for my parents. *Speaking of desserts, both desserts we sampled were fantastic. The Ka'anapali Pie was rich and chocolatey, while the Malasadas were served warm, yeasty and had three great concomitant dipping sauces (Chocolate, Liliko'i, and Vanilla Mac) to keep the flavors interesting. The Meh: *I wasn't a fan of their poke, as the fish itself was good, but I didn't care for the crunchy hanbun rice underneath it. Kinda like eating poke with a rice cracker. Very strange... *I wish they had more local brews on-tap. *Reservations are highly recommended, especially for large parties. Don't expect to walk in and be seated. *Prices are definitely not cheap but you're paying for outstanding service and quality ingredients. The Ugly: *Parking at the Hyatt is a real shit-show, especially if you have a large SUV. The parking lot is extremely narrow, and the parking spots are even narrower. Plus, they charge, but luckily, we were able to get our paying comped. TLDR: Amazing meal in a terrific location with fabulous service--but at a price. read more
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We stayed at the Hyatt and were starving, thankfully we were able to get reservations here and we are so grateful. Amazing, the ambiance is beautiful, dark and a romantic light at the table. The ocean is in view and that's not even the best part, the food was wonderful, we got the chefs sushi roll which was wonderful, the beef noodles were great!!! Must try this place read more
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Love Japengo! I've gotten the seafood curry twice now. During Christmas, they decorate the restaurant with festive lights, but year round it's just as impressive! So happy this is on site at the Hyatt Regency Maui! read more
1 year ago
always a great exporience at japengo!!! i love the cajun hamachi and the kaanapali roll!!! so so excellent and the flavors are just amazing the sashimi is so good my favorite is the salmon with a lemon slice! the heirloom lavender honey carrots are also amazing!!! i love japengo :) read more
2 years ago
Consistency embodies the service and food from Japengo. I have been coming here for many years through pandemic and the Lahaina fire. The hosts, wait staff and management (Alejandro) at Japengo has always been professional and offering excellent hospitality. Tonight our server Jeff made our dining experience wonderful with his recommendations and timing of dishes delivered. We prefer to eat family style and in a relaxed pace. Jeff delivered on all accounts. We always enjoy the Bao, steamed clams and tonight the chef's special sushi roll was a combination of delicate tastes. Thank you again Japengo! read more
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Is there a Happy Hour and if so what time start/finish? Happy Hour Menu?
Sorry we usually just go to dinner and as such I do not know. Easy to check the oln line app or call the restaurant. The bar Looks very nice, big area.
Do they use real crab for the california rolls?
Is there free parking?
There is a "beach access" parking just outside the Refency Hyatt that always had a few open parking spots. You can park there for free and walk a short distance to Japengo (just inside Regency Hyatt).
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