(Dined 04/26/26 SU @ 5:00pm): Some rum may be lit on fire at this Poipu Beach restaurant!
I was excited about RumFire Poipu Beach at the Sheraton Kaua'i Resort Villas. Opened only Thursday-Sunday, they offered happy hour (5pm-6pm) and dinner (5pm-9pm). Experience the island's stunning sunsets and spectacular 180-degree coastline ocean views while enjoying modern Kaua'i dining. Sadly, they didn't deliver to your room. Would I be fired-up to order a rum-themed cocktail at this Poipu Beach restaurant!?
PURCHASE(S)
Signature Mai Tai Cocktail ($11.00 HH): Mixed with Cruzan rum, orange curacao, passion fruit, honey, lime, pineapple juice, and a float of Lahaina dark rum, this sweet elixir got the evening started on the right foot! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=YdfwY8uW0VlG4E2C9XIWvQ
Hawaiian Flatbread ($18.00 HH): Crafted with Portuguese sausage, pineapple, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and parmesan cheese, this was a simple poorman's pizza that was fine but not at this price. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=ln6d7IO68CjLjmuxZ_2Ibg
2024 Pighin Friuli Grave Pinot Grigio White Wine 4floz Pour ($9.00 HH): Screw-off cap, pale color, green apple aroma, citrusy green apple flavor, light body, crisp dry finish, and citrusy green apple zesty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=aCTo65Do5wo8GaGzj-VPww
Fried Brussels Sprouts ($18.00): Prepared with Portuguese sausage, spiced macadamia nuts, and a miso vinaigrette, this portion was large enough as a meal and honestly one of the best I've ever had! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=ljg8MYUKbYVk7wOpLT6RyQ
Kona Brewing Hawaii Hanalei Island IPA Beer 16floz Draft ($6.00 HH): Rich golden amber color, hoppy tropical aroma, light body, hoppy sweet tropical flavor, smooth finish, and hoppy tropical aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=mmWRvB_mC-VzPvD7-tRGAA
Duo Entree - Choice Of Two Select Entrees ($65.00)
Misoyaki Butterfish - Made with rice wine chili glazed butterfish, vegetable fried rice, bok choy, tobiko, and sizzling herb oil, the fish was lovingly delicate with subtle flavors covering the inside of your mouth. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=eLzh9UpbKgrtMLP8VL12fw
Huli Huli Lamb Chops - Made with pineapple BBQ marinated rack of lamb, marbled mashed potato, yuzu pea puree, and baby carrots, I loved the seasoned crispy exterior and moist young meat. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=FORO1iqhiyiwX9TDiUqkig
Maui Brewing Co. Pau Hana Pilsner Beer ($6.00 HH): Translucent amber color, malty sweet aroma, light body, grainy malty sweet flavor, smooth finish, and malty aftertaste. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=kZ5szcme5jfrr4Djkt01lw
Olive Oil Cake ($14.00): Served with ube whipped cream, toasted shaved coconut and bruleed lemon, it was so moist and dissolved in your mouth. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=Gn2pizXLy0sWJzpywY1RFQ
SERVICE
The gentlemen behind the bar each greeted me and were instrumental throughout my evening. However, Noel was my main bartender/server, and he simply was awesome. Everything was straightforward, he did a wonderful job quickly filling my orders, removing any empties, and telling stories - mahalo!
PARKING
(Varied; N/A this instance) I had no vehicle, so I simply walked from my room. However, there was a nightly $40.00 fee for guests if they parked on the property, and there might've been some free parking along the many nearby roads and streets. Make sure to carefully read any posted signs.
ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE
A clean modern spacious layout with plenty of dining tables that offered awesome views of the ocean, while the central rotund bar https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=yLPvmJMAy-YvONhej6PxaA was where I found myself. Plenty of natural lighting everywhere while numerous electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There were several muted TVs all around the bar area while a wedding musician played in the background. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=120&select=EVqFna4AX9T2fX-ik3qTVw
ATTIRE
Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops.
OVERALL
From start to finish, everything was superb at RumFire Poipu Beach and would definitely return. I found complete value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $154.00 BEFORE any discounts, points usage, and/or tip). I used a different credit card for points purposes, but they accepted mine of choice... AMEX! 5.0 STARS read more