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    Oao - Sushi Bar & Grill at Wailea

    4.6 (440 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Andrew C.

    Pros: outstanding food, great service, excellent (and deadly) cocktails; convenient location to nearby hotels; reasonable price Cons: reservations recommended. What a great find in the area. Our concierge at the Andaz recommended reservations here and I'm so grateful that she did. We really had an outstanding experience that quite frankly surpasses KOMO at the Four Seasons, especially bc the price is so much more reasonable. The sushi was deliciously prepared with very generous portions and the rolls were creative and delicious. Cocktails were also terrific although I highly recommend you stick to Lyft/Uber or have a designated driver! There's not really viable dessert options but hey, you are at a sushi restaurant and you can always grab ice cream back at your hotel. For couples, would recommend reserving the bar as it was really fun to watch the chefs. Reservations are really a must, particularly for groups, as this is clearly a popular spot with the locals as well. Overall, highly recommended!

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    Natasha S.

    Best sushi we have ever had hands down. We were visiting Maui and got recommended this place by the workers at our hotel. Everyone was explaining it as the best of the best. We check it out and got the nigiri omakase. Such an amazing experience and we were so happy that is what we got. So fresh and feels so lux. The service was friendly and helpful. 1000% will recommend to everyone going to Maui. We recommended it everyone else on our trip and everyone went and felt the same way we did. A must try

    Sarah B.

    Best. Sushi. Ever. My boyfriend and I came here right as they opened and literally drove around the island just for this restaurant! The sushi melts in your mouth, the happy hour pricing is quite fair, and the talent of the sushi chefs really shines through! I will recommend this place to EVERYONE going to Maui.

    Spicy Tuna Rice Cake (but fish with an H)
    Amber G.

    This restaurant deserves a 10/10! I wish I could rate it higher than 5 stars. I have been to Maui hundreds of times and eaten at tons of restaurants and nothing has ever left me wishing I had room for more or dreaming about the next time I can come back! I am not a wing girl. But I am going to vote this best to least fav. (There is no least fav it was all phenomenal) 1. The Japanese wings! The best wings I've ever had in my entire life and it topped everything we tried. I don't know but the chicken was so tender it just melted in your mouth, and that flavor OMG! 2. Whatever roll we had off the happy hour menu 12-5 that had scallops! Soooo good 3. The dynamite dish on happy hour with scallops, zucchini, mushrooms, that sauce was ughhhhhhhh. Yummy 4. The rice cakes (I got the fish that starts with an H...... sorry lots of info) very good and voted one of their most popular menu items. 5. Edamame very flavorful 6. Softcrab roll....... It was all so unbelievably good

    Blue Fin roll
    Renata L.

    We were taken care of by Dwayne at the bar. He was quick and attentive while making drinks. Our food came out super quickly and delicious. He recommended carpaccio, def my favorite. The Japanese wings were crispy and full of flavor. One of the more memorable sushi spot.

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    Maria E.

    Great place for fresh fish! The unagi was great! We had 5 servings! The Seafood Dynamite was amazing, the Brussels sprouts were yummy and the lobster was tender. My son loved the hamachi carpaccio. The unagi avocado roll (without the rice) was really good! Very small portions. We went for happy hour and dropped over $300!

    False claim?

    Ordered the $165 tasting menu. Everything was good except the advertised Japanese A5 Wagu. The plate came with 5 one inch x 1/8 inch slices. Every single one was super greasy and had thick sinew which I could not eat. I suspect false claim on menu, meat was neither Japanese, nor A5. True Japanese A5 must meet strict requirements and certified. Ask for their proof and traceability before you order!

    Michelle D.

    My friend surprised me with a trip to Maui, so I wanted to return the gesture and treated her to dinner here! I already knew I'd be spending a bit since it's in Wailea, but honestly, the prices weren't as steep as I expected--and everything was really solid. They serve more than just sushi, which is a plus. I started with an uni shooter (a must for me--since not every sushi spot offers it), and it was actually pretty good! We followed up with some carpaccio, which was decent. We also tried a couple rolls and an entrée--don't remember exactly what it was, but it was delectable. And dessert? An absolute killer. Overall, this place has a laid-back, family-style vibe. It's not a super high-end sushi spot, but it's cozy, welcoming, and definitely worth checking out.

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    Melissa B.

    I don't say this lightly because my husband lived in Japan and we've visited for sushi. This is hands down the best I've had in my life. Brilliant chefs who are knowledgeable and will help with a choice, delicious incredibly fresh fish, and an awesome vibe. A small touch, but we love ama ebi (sweet shrimp) and they clean the heads absolutely perfectly. I wish I could tag the photos better but we order several options from the specials and they don't disappoint.

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    Gianina M.

    We made reservations for a Monday night since it is recommended if you want to sit at the sushi counter. The place is an upscale sushi rest with high end sushi, including a few cuts coming all the way from Japan. You can order a la carte but they also offer omakase which has to be reserved 24 hours in advanced. Prices are as expected with high end sushi. We ordered Miso Soup, Creamy Scallop Roll, Soft Shell Crab Roll, Specialty Firecracker Roll and a few nigiri (we were 2 persons). Everything was exceptional and each piece melted in your mouth. Great ambiance, a complete bar service besides sake. Since we were at the sushi counter we were able to interact with the chefs which completes nicely a sushi experience. Everyone from chefs to waiters and hostess made this experience extraordinary.

    Rock Shrimp Tempura
    Sophie M.

    I literally have nothing but high praise for this restaurant!!! Oh my god. If you're visiting and thinking about going to Nobu, for the love of god do not. Go here instead!!!! This place blew Nobu out of the water and it wasn't even close. The food, service and vibe here was literally so perfect. I can't get over how amazing EVERY DISH was and how fresh the fish here is in Hawaii. Seriously can't wait to visit here again!

    Tsurai roll
    Jessica C.

    Ooo "wow" is a great sushi restaurant close to the Wailea area. It is located in a busy parking lot and seems to get quite busy. We arrived at opening for lunch and were seated immediately. Happy is from 12-5pm dine in only and we ordered the Japanese Wings, Hamachi Carpaccio, and the Big Eye Tuna. The wings were sticky and sweet and the hamachi carpaccio was so good that we ordered another dish. I also really enjoyed the big eye tuna with the tangy ponzu sauce. We also got the Tsurai Serrano Roll that was packed with fish and flavor without being overstuffed/falling apart and too overwhelming. We also got the King Salmon, Big Eye Tuna, and Masago Nigiri. The pieces had an excellent fish to rice ratio and each piece of fish was fatty and melt in your mouth. My husband even said that this was the best sushi he has ever had! We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch here. The fish is fresh and the staff is attentive and friendly. It is a no frills, tasty sushi restaurant. We will come back during our next trip to Maui!

    Peter M.

    Our family, 2 adults and 2 children, visited this location and had a wonderful meal. The sushi was excellent, albeit a bit expensive (compared to California). We ordered what we wanted and ended up with an over $500 bill. My wife and I drank a large bottle of Sho Chiku unfiltered Sake which was too much, and a Sapporo (good as always). I started with the miso soup - which was good, standard. My kids ordered cucumber rolls (vegan) and California rolls, and they were happy. We also had the big eye tuna with Kizami - which was delicate and delicious; the calamari appetizer - which was kind of boring. We ordered the Hamachi Jalapeno Roll and the Salmon Sashimi, which were both great. The salmon was delicious and tender but a bit thick. We also ordered the Japanese Grade A5 Wagyu - I believe the minimum size was 6 ounces? It was seared, tender, but not something I would order again. I have had Wagyu a few times now, and I am not been that impressed. I wouldn't but again for the money. We shared the Brownie and Ice Cream dessert, which was plenty for us and tasty. Someone ordered the sizzling steak bites next to us, and it smelled amazing! I would go back, and I would order the Steak Bites. My son had a blast watching the sushi chefs preparing food behind the bar. The atmosphere was excellent, staff was really friendly and lots of Aloha!

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    Morimoto Maui

    3.5(1.2k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    The food and drinks are amazing, the service was phenomenal, and the ambiance is great!…read more For starters definitely recommend the Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, Morimoto Sashimi, and the Octopus Sashimi for starters. The pork Gyoza, sticky ribs were a hit with everyone (even the kids). You always have to order the shisoto Peppers! For mains, the braised black cod, the ribeye steak, the duck fried rice, and the A5 Ishiyaki Bur Bap is a must! I mean he did win with this dish! Important to note, this restaurant is Located on the lower pool level of the Andaz Maui. If you are dining with someone with mobility issues, there are a few stairs.

    Long post: starts with below expectations, and it finishes with highlights…read more We had a highly anticipated dinner last night at Morimoto Maui, and I think that Iron Chef Morimoto would be as disappointed as we were -- if not more so. We opted for the Omakake (Tasting) Menu along with the Wine Pairing for each course. We knew it would be expensive (prices intentionally deleted), but we felt it would be a wonderful experience. We have eaten at Morimoto at Sea on several Holland America Line ships, including our recent cruise on HAL's Nieuw Amsterdam that has a dedicated Morimoto Restaurant mid-ship on deck 11 -- those meals have always been fantastic. Back to last night. Disappointment #1 -- The wine for the first course arrived 5 minutes before Course 1, the Toro Tartare. The wine had lost most of its coolness, and intended flavor and aroma, by time the dish arrived. Disappointment #2 -- The Intermezzo dish, the Sudachi cucumber sorbet was a bit sour. Other intermezzi that I have had were a slightly sweet, perhaps lime or lemon sorbet. AND they typically were paired with a splash of champagne or a sparkling brut (why not include the Morimoto Dream Rosè?) Disappointment #3 -- Course 5, the Surf & Turf, was bad! The very small portion of the Wagyu beef was Medium Well to Well Done and appeared to have been burnt over a flame. When we told our server, his comment was, "That's why I recommended the Japanese A5 Wagyu [at an additional $80 per person!]." Sorry burnt beef if burnt beef, no matter what the price. Training/Expectations seem low: Where do they get their water glasses? On the discount table at Walmart? These two are different styles on the same table; at least our two were the same style, although different from those two. And the dessert spoons -- two different styles given to us. I expect (and I am sure others also do) a much higher standard at this famous Iron Chef restaurant. DELIGHTS: Course 1 - The Toro Tartare was so tasty. We are used to a tartare to be chopped, perhaps even finely chopped, but this one was made into a puree. The toppings (caviar and rice crackers were tasty, and the rice crackers looked like little sweet ice cream toppings. Course 2 - Red Snapper Carpaccio was liked by someone who does not normally like raw fish. The light sauce added a subtle dash of flavor, and we were able to roll the pieces with chop sticks and heat an entire price at once. Course 3 - Lobster Takoyaki. The three "lobster balls" were served warm, and they were very tasty. A large piece of lobster in each roll was a true delight. Course 4 - Sushi. The 5 pieces of nigiri were Chu Toro, Hamachi, Salmon, Campachi, and Big Eye Tuna. There was a light smear of wasabi between the fish and the rice; I had already asked for more (and hotter) wasabi that I mixed with the soy sauce. We brought a few pieces of the sushi back to the condo for a later snack. Course 6 -- the dessert was so-so in my opinion. Sharon liked it, so it was probably just my tastebuds and not the actual dessert. We had planned to go back to Morimoto Maui next week for a special Wagyu and Wine pairing, but based on last night's Wagyu failure, we have cancelled the reservation. I hope that our next dinner at a stateside Morimoto restaurant (probably Morimoto Napa in 4 weeks) is a much better experience for us.

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    Spago - Salmon Avocado Roll*

    Spago

    3.9(969 reviews)
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    A great restaurant option if you want to celebrate a special occasion when you're in Maui. I made…read morereservation a month in advance with a special request and got front seating with the best view of the sunset. It was sunny at first so I had to wear shades while eating and it was a really hot since it's outdoor seating but then everything got better once the sun is setting down. The food was really good, and the size was decent. I ordered the Thai curry, the pork chop, the bao bun (by accident since the server misheard what I wanted), the chocolate soufflé and a couple cocktails drink. The foods took some time to make but I'm not complaining since you get to enjoy the beautiful view. The server was pretty nice and friendly. All the foods were on the pricier range but you're there for the experience, the view and the atmosphere. The valet parking was free, which is nice since it is a high end restaurant. I would totally recommend this restaurant if you want to celebrate a special occasion!

    Special occasion, which they acknowledged. We actually were not looking for special treatment or…read moreacknowledgement, but it was nice. We reside in Maui. Had the poke cones, which were great but didn't finish them all since the entree and side dish portions looked large and filled us up. Had the steamed Hawaiian fish Opakapaka (pink snapper) Hong Kong style and the Thai curry mahi mahi - both were excellent. Added braised pork rib bao buns, which were also delicious and filling. True five-star service and a surprise visit by non other than Wolfgang Puck himself. He is the godfather of celebrity chefs, well before the young turks. Suffice to say, we were impressed. Jokingly told him the answer was "I guess so".

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    3.9(2.7k reviews)
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    Came to Three's for happy hour! Mai Tai's and sushi rolls. They make a delicious Mai Tai here and…read morethe sushi is tasty too! Service is fast and friendly. Is Three's touristy? Yep you betcha it is. But the sushi is cheap and the drinks are strong so that tourist vibe wears off pretty fast around the end of round two. Since the sushi is reasonably priced, that leaves you more money for round three! Located on Kihei road in a cute little cluster of souvenir shops, restaurants and other interesting establishments. Walk around after dinner and buy something. Be patient in parking something opens up every few minutes. Recommend.

    Had such a good first experience, we came back again…read more This time, we were seated on a completely empty patio at the worst table possible, near a newly constructed little add on to the building that they were worried about structurally during our 30 minutes there with at least 3 people coming to look at it and hovering around us. The next few groups got the better seating along the edges at tables that weren't in high traffic areas, slammed against a wall. Our waitress, wow. Disgraceful. Maria I believe? She showed disgust at our order and was the most unfriendly waitress we have ever had. We ate as quickly as possible, slammed our drinks (they were actually just water, absolutely no flavor or color for a margarita), and got out in under 30 minutes we were SOOOO uncomfortable. The quesadilla was still amazing and the kalua pork nachos were good too. Everything else has 98% room for improvement - structurally, professionally, beverages, everything. We will not be back after that one.

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