Great views and lovely staff but once again, the food is so overpriced its not worth it and its not *that* good. Just run down the road to Kaanapali for breakfast. We were one and done here after the fiest day. read more

Ulana Terrace - The view from outdoor seating - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

This place was massively disappointing. My husband booked the Mother's Day brunch for a little over a week ago. We made a reservation for 9:30 under the link for the special brunch and my husband even called to make sure they could accommodate our toddler in our reservation. No mention was made during the call that the brunch didn't actually start until 11:30. We got there and were seated. It took a while for a server to come over and even acknowledge us despite the place being pretty empty. I got up to get my toddler some food at the buffet and saw it was barely half full and none of the items advertised for the Mother's Day brunch were there. When we asked our waiter about this, he said the brunch didn't start for 2 hours and they were only doing regular breakfast. This was extremely disappointing since I was looking forward to the special brunch to celebrate my day. We ended up leaving because we didn't want to wait 2 hours for the brunch to start and the breakfast buffet was not appealing. Their customer service reached out to apologize and invite us back...and then totally ghosted us when we asked a question. Extremely disappointing and not what you would expect from a place in a hotel of this caliber. read more

Amazing brunch experience! The macadamia nut banana pancakes with coconut syrup were absolutely incredible, and the POG mimosa was the perfect tropical touch. My husband chose the buffet and said it was just as amazing with plenty of great options. The ocean view made it even better--we were lucky enough to watch whales breaching while we ate! The staff was also very attentive and genuinely nice, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend for a relaxing and delicious brunch. read more

Made breakfast reservations but still had to wait for the window table as requested. Amy was an amazingly attentive and patient Server. We thoroughly enjoyed our breakfast (breakfast ramen, smoked salmon/hash browns and breakfast buffet). All of the food options were quality. read more

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Ulana is the all day dining option at the Ritz in Kapalua. I ate here twice bc a bfast buffet was included with the room. The buffet included your standard made to order omelettes, bacon, sausage, pancakes, waffles, smoked salmon w/ bagels, et al. In addition, there was a lot of firm, fresh fruit. Papaya at most buffets tends to be mushy. However, what was noticeably missing was Azn items like miso soup, rice and passable dumplings. The dumplings and har gow I ate were pretty bad. They had no flavor. The ambiance was very nice w/ a view of the pool and beach. Normally I would rate Ulana 3-4 Stars bc the food was good, not great. However, the service fr Amy was so outstanding I am going to rate 5 Stars. From her greeting of Aloha kakahiaka (good morning), to her attentiveness, and overall niceness, she made me feel at home. Lorrie at the front desk was also super nice, and remembered our names when we checked in on the second day. Do visit Ulana for good food, a nice view, and a lot of aloha fr the staff, especially Amy. read more

Ulana Terrace - Nice bfast buffet selection - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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My husband and I ate at Ulana Terrace twice while on our vacation. We ordered off of the menu for the first day as the buffet was closed, the banana macadamia pancakes were very good and the loco moco was decent. We did the buffet the next day and I think it's pretty good for the price, I think it was $58 pp. They had a variety of different options which covered all dietary needs. The omelette station and the guava filled pastry bites were my favorite. Definitely worth checking out! read more

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We loved our breakfast. Great service! We liked the variety of food. It appealed to our large party. Omelet station was a hit. He made everyone laugh. I liked the quality for a hotel breakfast buffet. We love to travel and have had our fair share of those funky powder eggs at breakfast buffets. The Ritz does it right. Loved the fresh fish options and charcuterie. Also their coconut chia pudding was delicious, as well as their baked goods. Cinnamon rolls were our children's favorite. read more

Ah, the Ritz. Get there early to get a prime seat by the window, for a view of the ocean and whales breaching (we were there in early February). Ask for lilikoi butter and spread it on everything. Nice selection of baked goods, hot items, fruit (fresh papayas!!), avocado toast, charcuterie, juice, salad, lox and bagels. On the smaller side for selections, but quality. Asian side and American side. Omelette station. Our stay came w/ a $100 resort credit/day. Brunch is about $50/person, so it was a delicious way to spend our credit. Service was friendly and efficient. read more

Ulana Terrace - Gorgeous view-- nice island spread - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

A breakfast buffet with an abundance of food to satisfy any craving. You got your eggs, bacon, omelette options, endless pastries, and so much more - plenty of sweet and savory options. I suggest coming in as soon as they open at 6:30 to get a table with a view. Service is fast and staff are very friendly. It starts off quiet, but definitely gets louder as they fill up. read more

Ulana Terrace - Breakfast with a view - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Breakfast buffet with so many options! Ripe, fresh fruit was the highlight along with the daily mahi and rice. Also have tons of baked goods and omelet station. read more

Have had the buffet many times in past years and it's gone so far downhill sadly. The service was horrid! Two waiters on Christmas for the buffet which cost 160 a person plus tip which I regret paying now. They didn't even refill our water. Never mind give any service at all for a five star restaurant. The food was plentiful but no where near what it was in past years. No way I would go back and regret tipping or going.. read more

It's okay. $100 dollar including tips for 2 is very expensive for okay breakfast. No WOW factor, very crowded. The food are beautifully displayed. But biting into them does not give you the impression that this is a 5-star hotel. It is nothing you won't get from a supermarket. Even the view, it is nice, but this is Hawai'i, it is nice anywhere you go. Free valet parking, tips are expected. People seem to be very hungry this morning, they are grabbing food like it wasn't going to be enough. Never expected the Ritz to be so crowded. A sign of a good economy, or over spending? read more

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We tried the $48 AYCE buffet option at the restaurant. This brunch spot is located within Ritz Carlton hotel, facing the beautiful swimming pool and ocean. We had a nice window view from our table. There are three main areas, 1) hot brunch section (fresh catch of the day, Cha Shao bao, fried rice, grilled vegetables, and egg benedict); 2) your complimentary breakfast section (scrambled egg, sausage, potatoes etc); 3) make your own omelette section What I liked about this brunch spot was mainly because of the various fruit options. The sliced papaya was really good, extremely sweet. The watermelon was okay. There's also pineapple, black berries, strawberries, and yogurt. You can also get coffee, oatmeal, toasted bread, and make your own salad with smoked salmon. I recommend to come here to try the brunch if you are staying at the Ritz Carlton hotel just for the convenience. I really liked the fruit section, especially papaya and the egg benedict. The fresh catch of the day (fish) was meh, wish it was seared ahi or grilled Mahi Mahi. read more

Ulana Terrace - Unlimited papaya and watermelon - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Delicious!!! Best breakfast buffet I have had in a long time! The views are breathtaking and the food is the perfect blend of Hawaiian traditional and American. You can order a la carte, but honestly we couldn't decide what one item to try so the buffet was the best option! The avocado toast was out of this world, I tried the fresh veggie one and honestly I'm shocked I got a photo bc I ate it so fast. The chia parfait was both sweet and fresh at the same time! My boyfriend loved the fried rice and chorizo like sausage combo. He was also able to order a side of egg white to accompany them. Even the pastries were super fresh and tasty, a wide range of fresh local jams on the table to go on top. I was a particular fan of the French toast with fresh local organic syrup as well. Definitely have the fresh Kona coffee and try the pineapple orange guava juie read more

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We made our reservations through AmEx and received a complimentary Buffett for 2. The staff each day were very kind, offering entertainment and attentive service. Shirley and Amy were a lively crew, we thoroughly enjoyed them. The bacon was cooked to perfection, and the avocado toast was tasty. They offered a nice variety of fruit, sweets. The egg bar was popular and the buy cooking up eggs to order added real pizzazz while serving up made from scratch omelettes. read more

Total disappointment Concept-of virtual Buffett was ok but why? Waited over an hour before getting any food . Then one of our party got his and 2 of remained without. I felt really sorry for our server Amy she did the best she could. When we finally received our breakfast it was ice cold for $50....we did get credited with our breakfast so I Changed my rating to 3 stars because they did make effort to resolve read more

Ulana Terrace - Ice cold couldn't eat for $50 ??? - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Really good buffet, but you are going to put resort fees. We really enjoyed our meal, but it was over a 100 dollars for breakfast for 2 people. This place needs to cut their prices in half or include alcohol in the prices. I'm giving it a 4 star because we did order a round of mimosas and the waiter forgot them. It was all good, but otherwise I'd give it a 5 star as it was a very nice breakfast. I just wish it had cost a little less. read more

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Excellent service, breathtaking Ritz ocean view and great spread of classic and Hawaiian breakfast dishes makes Ulana Terrace buffet breakfast the best aloha morning feasting option. The pastries are shockingly delicious, and in perfect bite size so you can try the mini malasada, pain au chocolat, croissant all without fearing for not having room for other treats. Omelet station, fresh catch of the day, mini dim sum, and Hawaiian fried rice are some of my favorites. Fresh local papayas and pineapples to finish off the meal is a must. There were small misses like the miso soup without any ingredients was too salty, and some of the fruits were not yet ripe, but overall it was excellent and we kept going back. I would also suggest avoid ordering from the a la carte menu as the execution of the dishes varies and the buffet (while more expensive) is a very value overall. read more

This place has been hit hard by COVID. My understanding is that they normally have a very nice buffet. Due to covid, the main buffet area is closed. Items are limited. If vegetarian or vegan, this is definitely not worth the $50 a person price tag. Service, although nice, was very slow and items came out of kitchen erratically. Some members of our group would be done with breakfast before others received their food. Even though we stayed at the Ritz for a week and had hotel credit, by the 3rd day, all of us decided to eat elsewhere. read more

Pure bliss for me is rolling out of bed in a luxury hotel, walking down the hall, and simply taking an elevator downstairs to sit down to a lavish buffet breakfast​. So, how could I not try this during my 10-night stay at the Ritz on Kapalua, just a few months ago in October? Actually, I ended up indulging here twice for the beautiful views and of course, for their fantastic Famous Banana Bread. ***FOOD & SETTING*** The contemporary modern setting and spectacular views to match, along with the convenience is​​ why I'd recommend dining here. The food is tastefully presented and good overall. That said, it's not exactly 5-star stellar for $42/pp, or over $50.00/pp with tip and tax for essentially a breakfast. The standard breakfast fare, the tropical fruit spread,​ and the desserts were good. It's a mix of hits and misses. I'd definitely pass on the Asian noodles. However, the star of the show for me was their Famous Bread. It was partly the reason why I came a second time. Think of the best banana bread you've had, and multiply that by 5 times in greatness. Yes, it was THAT amazing! It was so incredibly moist and banana scented and flavored. ***DISAPPOINTING SERVICE*** Service is spotty. I had wonderful friendly servers on both visits, but the folks working the food stations just didn't seem like they were there to please their customers. Also, about a half-hour,​​ before they closed, they "ran out" of their Famous Banana Bread. I came here the second time largely just for this! The kitchen staff insisted they were out and brushed me off. ​ Where there's a will, there's a way though, and I KNEW there was a way they could track at least one piece down! I'm a pretty persistent gal who doesn't give up, and after speaking with four different workers, I suggested to my waiter that he snag a slice from the cafe downstairs. He kindly returned with three slices of their delicious Famous Banana Bread. Whew! I was definitely​ very appreciative. Yet, a customer shouldn't need to go through multiple hoops for a slice of banana bread ​and left feeling as if they've imposed themselves, especially when they're paying good money for the buffet and forking over even more $$$$$ to stay at a Ritz property. I've experienced much better service at other hotel restaurants​ of this caliber and have received much better service at restaurants while staying at other Ritz properties. The Ulana is only open for breakfast. They close at 10:30am on the weekdays and 11 am​ on the weekends, so the early bird gets the worm. You can opt to go the a la carte route, but by spending just a little more, you have access to the entire buffet selection. Although I came twice during my stay, in retrospect, I'd definitely return, but only if I was staying on the ​property again. If you do come, I'd say to definitely do the buffet, and don't miss out on their Famous Banana Bread! read more

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Ulana has an excellent virtual buffet operation. The real Ulana was under development, however the temporary location was excellent on the golf course with an amazing view. You choose your items on a paper menu and all food is served family style. The variety and flavor were both excellent. I really enjoyed the daily special of shrimp fried rice. The omelets were made to order and tasty, and the meat and starch portions were very hearty. Service was friendly and prompt as expected at Ritz Carlton. Breakfast without a doubt was a highlight of our stay. read more

Ulana Terrace - Meat and Starch! - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Our waitress was knowledgeable about the local area and quick to provide us with our food/beverages. We ordered coffee and Maui mimosas. Additionally, my fiance ordered an eggs benedict. Whereas, I ordered the Kapalua Loco Moco. Both entrees were plentiful and tasty. This was an excellent breakfast with a view of the pool at the Ritz Carlton and the Pacific Ocean in the distance. We advise anyone in the area to kick up their feet and enjoy a breakfast/brunch at this restaurant. read more

BREAKFAST This is a follow up review, as I was there about a year ago for their breakfast buffet. The last time we were there, they were unable to serve their $34 Eggs Benedict due to being short on staff. Today I ordered it and it was delicious. I also appreciated their hash brown patties. My buddy ordered their Coconut French Toast ($25). It came with Fresh Li Hing Mui Pineapple, and also Lilikoi Curd. He chose Turkey Bacon for his side. I was happy they let me order a shot of vodka for only $5 and was able to help myself to their buffet for their bloody mary fixings without ordered a buffet. I even double checked to make sure I understood correctly. Unfortunately, I was not a fan of their bloody mary. It had a different flavor that I cannot pinpoint. They gave us 20% Kama'aina discount on food and drink, which is great. This helps people who live on the island to be able to appreciate nice restaurants like this one. Excellent service, and will definitely return again. read more

Ulana Terrace - Eggs Benedict. - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Amazing brunch if you are staying at the Ritz. Everything was fresh and the view was beautiful. The banana macadamia pancakes were my favorite and the bacon was perfectly crispy. They also had goat cheese polenta, stratta, and mango chia seed pudding, tons of pastries, fruit, waffles and an omelet bar. Everything was really great and the price was reasonable for the quality and location. Loved this brunch during our stay! read more

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We loved our breakfast buffet experience on a Sunday at Ulana terrace. The fresh omelette station coupled with the nice variety of fresh fruits and dishes made it pretty grand. The shrimp Shumai and miso soup were really yummy! I loved the banana bread, fresh chocolate croissant, and guava pastries. For adults it's $54pp and kids under 12 $28pp. Highly recommend visiting here for the Sunday brunch buffet beautiful ocean view too! read more

Breakfast with a view! Go cheap with an Acai bowl at $14... or go all-out with the fantastic buffet for $42. Your choice! Great service either way! read more

Ulana Terrace - Acai bowl. - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This buffet is our favorite on island. Our group of 9 can all be accommodated from toddlers to adults and all diets from gluten free, vegan and picky eaters. There is everything. A fresh omelette station (which I recommend over the pre prepped eggs, even if you get it plain), a smorgasbord of fruits, fresh pastries and breads, all the fixings for a grand slam breakfast and even chia pudding. Bread station with the works as well as a gluten free bread options separate from the gluten. We love most that there is fresh celery juice so we can keep up on our juicing when we stay. We're apart of the Elites and have stayed in many Marriot properties around the world. We love the Ritz breakfast. All in all this is a AAA Five Diamond Resort, so know you will be paying about $42 a person. If you want something cheaper go off property but you can't beat the food and view. The price is reasonable for what you're getting at the Ritz. It can get crowded during holidays as expected but the best time to go would be 7am to beat the rush. On holidays there are special areas for the kids with super cute and festive tasty treats even the adults can indulge in. We live on island and frequent this buffet often. There is kamaiina if you have a HI DL don't forget to show it. read more

Ulana Terrace - The view - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

For as expensive and convenient it is I was expecting a lot more. It's about $46 an adult for the buffet. I'm personally not a fan of buffets it was what you'd expect of any hotel food not really the "ritz" brand - we were staying here so it was nice and close but would I go back ? No. There's some options if you're a bariatric Patient / keto / paleo / gf. But as a bariatric patient I don't want to pay buffet prices for 1-2oz of food I can consume. Also be careful if you have a nut allergy. My daughter asked for yogurt with honey and berries and they brought it worn a nut granola luckily we noticed before she dug in- but they did bring us another option. Convenience factor 10/10 food 5/10 ambiance 5/10. The view would be beautiful but the back is under construction. I wish we knew that before we booked. read more

Food was overpriced trash, $46 for cold scrambled eggs. Pastries were all day trash, except the cinnamon bun, which was super well balanced yet still a bit dry. Some basic fruits. Service was bare minimum, brought us the check after 15 minutes. Good news is I didn't eat much! read more

Our neighboring hotel has a great breakfast but no buffet.....so one day we were definitely in a buffet mood, atmosphere was definitely on par (view was stunning) we were there a little late and there wasn't a lot of people there, one server manning the omelette station so they came out quick. I hope they have more than one person when they fill up. My veggie omelette was a little too done for my taste but I didn't say anything. Great pastry and bread area and of course the hot buffet basics. They also have a large Asian section not surprising in HI. Coffee and juice was very fresh. Our server was a nice older gentleman who was very personable when he found out where we were staying he personally gave us a tour of the buffet (I don't know if he was trying to get us to switch Resort reservations haha, but he was nice) service A+ ambiance A+ .......food solid B it was good but nothing crazy. read more

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Went there for the Buffett but it wasn't open. Couldn't get a reason but was told it would be back open tomorrow (Monday). Why not close it Monday - Tuesday and not Saturday and Sunday? Food was good but service was SLOW. Took 40+ minutes for a mostly empty restaurant to make one omelet and avocado toast. Also had to ask for water and tea to refilled. This is the Ritz and home of the $35 omelet.....they should do better. read more

Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet: A nice buffet, good service, but not worth anywhere near the $118 price. $370 including tip for 2 people with two glasses of wine each. For this price we expected a much more upscale settings. We expected tablecloths, ice sculptures, a more elegant setting. Even at Maui prices, it seemed like a $60 buffet, at a $118 price. read more

Ate here every morning of our stay at the Ritz. The buffet is expansive and super fresh. There was always a great selection of eggs and breakfast meats, fruits, veggies, pastries, pancakes and waffles, etc. Pretty much anything you can imagine. The only downside is the price - the buffet is $42 a person which seems excessive for breakfast. Luckily we were able to get a vacation package through Costco so that breakfast was included! read more

Brunch, Kevin served (a superb and wise human), omelette artistry, fresh and local everything. The location and views are truly stunning; the staff exceptional. This is hereby our first ever SIX STAR review. Congrats! It was deserving of every hard earned penny. read more

My husband and I were waiting for an activity to start at the Ritz and decided to try out the breakfast/brunch as we had an hour to spare (vs taking the time to get our car from the valet, leave and come back, etc). $42/person for the stunning view. We were a fan of the omelette station and thought the sauces/dips that accompanied the various dishes was a nice touch. read more

The service is great and the layout of the brunch buffet is beautiful but the food options were lacking. We went on a Sunday for my birthday and although the staff was attentive and sweet, the food itself was mediocre. The Surfing goat cheese fritters and assortment of pastries were good but other than that, the rest of items were just okay. Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, and omelet station were good but nothing really stood out at the brunch buffet. If anything, just go for the ambiance and the view! They also have a nice assortment of fresh juices. read more

Ulana Terrace - If you come to the buffet on your birthday, this what you get. Such a sweet gesture from our waiter! - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Ulana has one of the most extensive brunch buffets I've ever seen. There's a made-to-order omelette station (which is just ok), a variety of fun and beautifully presented baked goods, from more traditional croissants and waffles to more fun things like melon pineapple buns, a spin on the Cantonese classic bun, a variety of fresh fruit, the usual American staples of bacon, sausage, pancakes, french toast, a nice granola yoghurt bar with dried fruit and nuts, which also has chia pudding and quinoa, some really fun fruit juice concoctions, including a really balanced celery, spinach, apple green juice, and my all-time favorite: the crab and asparagus strata (little egg and bread buns). The service was attentive and friendly. My only suggestion would for them to space the food out a bit so that the lines aren't overlapping quite so much. read more

Awesome service by Paulo. The food was good and timely. Great atmosphere. We will be back.

Really good high end breakfast buffet. Worth the cost. Can't really eat it everyday because I'll be fatter for sure. One time is fine.

Wow, what can I say? This place is awesome. Best breakfast buffet I've ever had in my life. The omelets were great. The puff pastries were just amazing. The service was perfect. The people were just so nice. We now come to eat here every morning we're here. read more