A must go to restaurant for breakfast! Great staff & service was excellent! Nice views of the ocean. Although the weather was cold & windy @ times, the ocean view was pretty spectacular. There was an incident when we were waiting for a table, there was a party ahead of us. Her 5yr old son was being a "brat". The way he talked to the hostess was absolutely unacceptable. Mom didn't correct his behavior but instead sort of brushed it off. The hostess was so patient; I mean what can she do. The customers are always right, right?! I don't think so. As a parent, to raise a kid & be ok to talk to ppl like that, is UNACCEPTABLE! Growing up feeling privileged; makes them disgusting! Other than that read more

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Pretty mid. I expect better from merriman's. Came here because I loved the vegan corn chowder when they had it at monkeypod but took it off the menu there. It's still vegan and it's pretty good, but it is quite peppery/spicy as other reviews have mentioned. I remember it being more balanced at monkeypod. When I asked our server about vegan options they were like "oh we're pretty and about that" which is fair. The corn chowder is the only thing labeled on the menu, even though the smashed cucumber salad is vegan by default and so is the focaccia side (both of which I ended up getting). They were good but not particularly interesting and the salad was more just like a side green salad with cucumbers and mangoes, not like the "smashed cucumber" you might find at an Asian restaurant. OH and the broccoli salad appears vegetarian but we were told it actually has shrimp paste in it?? Which is crazy not to mark on a menu bc people have shellfish ALLERGIES. And also I bet vegetarians have gotten it without asking... :( My non-vegan family was similarly underwhelmed, especially for the prices. I think they enjoyed the desserts - the ice cream sandwich and grilled pineapple. Interestingly, the chocolate mochi cake with raspberry sauce sounds like the same one they have at the fancier merriman's but for like $10 cheaper, if you're looking to try it. The staff were friendly and attentive, so none of this was their fault, it's just kinda disappointing for the cost. My family's not going to go back. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Corn chowder and focaccia (both vegan by default) - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Everything we ordered here was amazing & service was impeccable. Sat at the bar w/ no wait right away the two times we went in November. The octopus escargot was unique & on their happy hour menu (happy I tried it). Highly recommend starting w/ the rosemary fries, foccacia bread & Caesar salad. Still thinking about the salad weeks later if that tells you anything. read more

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We stopped by Ulu Kitchen for happy hour recently, and had a wonderful time. Outdoor views of the ocean, with prompt and pleasant service. From a food perspective, we really enjoyed the Tako Escargot, which was everything a lover of both octopus and escargot could want. Mai Tai's were solid, as were some of the other speciality cocktails that we tried. read more

This restaurant fails to understand how reservations work. They know how to take the reservation, but they fail to hold the reservation. Where holding is the most important part. We had a reservation for 9am... we showed up at 8:55am.... We were told they would work on our table, it would take just a couple minutes. All sounds good. Once 9:20 hit I asked, how's that table coming. We were told just a few more minutes. At 9:32 we were sat amongst many, many open tables. The waiter came over and said sorry didn't realize I was given this table. The food is ok, the food service is ok, the staff isn't great at understanding how to service their customers. Not going to come back or recommend. read more

Everyone is very kind when we come in and the food is good. I strongly recommend the Pete's eggs Benedict. The mai tai flapjacks are also really good, but flapjacks were a little overdone. We would typically go here in the morning for breakfast because it's at our hotel but one of the times the waitress completely forgot to bring our food and when we got it, it was cold so it was sitting for a while. The ambience is very beachy yet classy. The magic dance is a fruity twist to a traditional mimosa which I strongly recommend and the cold brew martini is very good if you like espresso. read more

I have gluten allergies and am vegetarian. Ulu had the most amazing rosemary fries and chopped cucumber salad! We got virgin mai tais, too. Probably the best tropical drink we've had so far. They also had a gluten free mochi cake for dessert that was tasty. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Virgin Mai Tais, rosemary fries, chopped cucumber salad. - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

I had the Pete's Benedict with bacon and jalapeno hollandaise and my fiancé got the classic plate! It was really tasty! I definitely recommend subbing out the regular hollandaise! Try the jalapeño! It's great that you can sit outside and enjoy views of the ocean. The wait time was about 30 minutes and we arrived to put our name down at 10a. I'd say this was pretty good but I wouldn't wait again. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Breakfast menu - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Amazing, beautiful, delicious. Creative drinks and the flavor combinations are so thoughtful read more

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I was excited to see that Monkeypod sister's restaurant Ulu Kitchen was taking over Westin's oceanfront spot. I've visited this spot back in the day when it was Tropica and twice when it was Waicoco. Upon arriving in Maui, it worked out that we wanted an early dinner for my husband's birthday due to jet lag. We got the best of both worlds with both happy hour and dinner. From the HH menu we tried almost all the appetizers offered, tako escargot, pork potstickers and veggie quesadillas, paired with a Monkeypod Mai Tai. Those pork potstickers were so good, we ordered a second before hopping over to the dinner menu for an order of Mac Nut crusted Mahi Mahi each. Skip the long lines at Monkeypod for HH and come here instead for those same Monkeypod Mai Tais. We had such a great time, we came back two weeks later for our anniversary brunch before heading to the airport. We shared a sweet, the Monkeypod Mai Tai Flapjack topped with the lilikoi foam from that Mai Tai and a savory, Hawaiian Chilaquiles topped with kalua pork. Surprise flutes of champagne for our anniversary was a great way to start and end our Maui stay. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Delicious takes on some of our favorite foods! Their coconut shrimp was delectably savory, a little spicy and a whirlwind of different flavors all at once! The Coconut Corn Chowder was to die for. I love corn chowder and this version was so fresh but had a wonderful mouth feel with the crisp corn and al dente potatoes but the 'ulu and lemongrass really made all the difference! Lastly, the Mahi Mahi was fresh and cooked perfectly. The green beans were sautéed and delicious and you really can never go wrong with a side of rice! Our server was very attentive and the decor is beautiful. This restaurant in the Westin next to the Whalers Village shops is perfect for a date or a family night out. We will definitely be back! read more

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Service could have been much better. Our food was cold by the time they brought us salt and pepper. Never refilled our drink or water glasses things like that. The food quality was excellent. read more

We stayed at the Westin for 3 nights and had breakfast here everyday. Pretty much tried the entire breakfast menu and it was fantastic. The food was always delicious and fresh. It generally had a healthy bend which we appreciated. The wait staff was always attentive even when the restaurant was super busy. And the outdoor ambiance on the beach was so relaxing and pleasant! read more

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Think you're too full for dessert? Stand up, take a deep breath, and order the ice cream sandwich + ask for extra fudge. It's so lovely inside and service always fantastic. The rosemary fries were also an A+. Will keep coming back for breakfast and dinner read more

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Amazing - one of our favorite restaurants we ate at while staying in northwest Maui. The Mai Tai is truly special - I had 3 for dinner lol my favorite Mai tai on the island I tried. Service was great - the bartender was the best while we sat there for happy hour (daily) The outdoor seating is the best - right by the water and great for sunset! We ordered the tako escargot, the rosemary fries, the crab cakes and the scallops and carrot cake dessert. We loved everything - we normally don't eat a lot of seafood but it was all perfectly prepared here. read more

Ulu Kitchen - View - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Unfortunately, my family and I had a very disappointing experience at Ulu Kitchen. We had a 7:45pm dinner reservation, but it was not a pleasant meal and filled with many preventable errors and issues. We ordered 3 French onion soups to start. All of our soups arrived cold and by the time we were finally served our entrees, it was already 9:15pm. My party waited an hour and half for our dinner. We informed our waitress, (Bianca or Haleka) and complained that all 3 soups were already cold. One of our members opted to cancel his soup entirely because we had already waited so long. Bianca did not apologize, but instead replied that there was a "large party" ahead of us. She took back our cold soups and brought back three new ones. She then nonchalantly told my family member who cancelled his that if he didn't want the replacement, they would just "throw it away." Okay... Moreover, they forgot our cutlery for the new soups, and then on top of that, they completely forgot my own entree (until I reminded Bianca), which was a burger. She looked surprised when I told her, which made it clear to me she had completely forgotten my entree. She did not apologize this time either, but brought it out after it had apparently been sitting on the counter for awhile. Meanwhile, the rest of my party was already halfway through their own dinner. Totally disappointed with our evening, we were finally able to speak with the manager about our negative dinner experience. He listened to our concerns and kindly expressed his regrets and apologies and comped our meal. Though we appreciated the manager's response, our dinner experience and the poor attitude and service of our waitress left a bad taste in our mouth. Definitely fell short of our expectations as we have had pleasant experiences at other Merriman restaurants. read more

I've eaten at Ulu Kitchen in Maui at least four times in the last week, and Amika made such a lasting impression on me tonight that I had to leave a review for her. She is so personable, welcoming, and genuine. From the moment she greets you, her smile lights up the room, and you can just feel that she's a truly good person. She has a way of making you feel so taken care of and comfortable, and that kind of hospitality is rare. Amika is a huge part of why I will come back -- she really made the experience that much better. I also have to mention Tim, the manager, who was so great. He was warm, professional, and clearly takes a lot of pride in creating a good experience. You can feel the difference when a place is run by someone who genuinely cares, and that absolutely came through here read more

Ulu Kitchen - Killer ice cream sandwich dessert - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

We made a reservation at Ulu Kitchen to celebrate our 10-year anniversary, hoping for a special evening -- and while parts of it were lovely, it didn't quite hit the mark we were hoping for. We noted our anniversary on the reservation, so we expected at least a small acknowledgment (a congrats card, a reserved marker, maybe a complimentary toast -- like we've experienced at similar spots in Austin). Unfortunately, nothing was mentioned. Ironically, it was the table next to us who ended up making the night feel special -- they overheard our toast to each other and sweetly bought us our first round. As for the food, we shared the octopus, pork potstickers, scallops, oysters, and the surf & turf duo (steak, lobster ravioli, mashed potatoes, and green beans). The highlight of the meal was definitely the lobster ravioli -- absolutely incredible -- and the oysters were also a standout. The main downside came with the steak. We ordered medium, but it arrived more on the rare/medium-rare side. We tried to flag our waiter for about 15 minutes, and when he finally came by, the explanation about possibly microwaving it (!) or maybe getting a new one left us feeling unsure. The steak returned pretty much unchanged, and at that point we just ate around the rarer parts since we were hungry and ready to wrap up. Unfortunately, it still didn't sit well in my stomach afterward, which was a bummer given my sensitivities. Ulu has a beautiful atmosphere and some truly delicious dishes, but the service and special-occasion touches didn't quite meet the expectations we had for a milestone dinner. read more

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We stopped by on a Wednesday for brunch and were seated very quickly. Our server was nice and attentive and food came out quick. We ordered the zucchini and ricotta omelette, taro hash, and mai tai flapjacks. The zucchini and ricotta omelette wasn't anything special and was quite small. The taro hash was delicious with perfectly cooked runny egg yolks and was very flavorful. The Mai tai flapjacks were slightly crispy on the edges and not too sweet. Overall, service was good and food was decent! Would come back for the taro hash. read more

The food was incredible! Only complaint is hotel pricing, and our server was quite absent throughout many parts of the meal. Other than that, though, he was attentive and entertaining when he was at the table. Just didn't show up enough for our liking especially because it was not that busy while we were there. However, though, he had great recommendations. I got the smashed cucumber papaya salad, and it was incredible! Very refreshing and sweet and savory. I also got the coconut corn chowder, which was delicious and heavy, but in the best way. I tasted some of the crabcakes, which were incredible! From my entrée, I had the mushroom pot pie. For dessert, I had the peppered pineapple, and our table mates got the off menu ice cream sandwich that the server recommended. Both were incredible! Presentation and quality were very good. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Peppered pineapple and off menu ice cream sandwich - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

The service was good. The food was okay probably my least favorite meal I've had so far. The ambiance was the best part as you could sit on the patio and watch the beach waves but during sun set it is far too sunny to sit out so sit inside in the way back to avoid the sun right in your face. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Steak - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Nothing to complain about. There is a beautiful view, we got there around sunset. The food and drinks were all good. The desert was too and they were kind enough when we said we would split dessert that on their own they split it on three plates making it easy. It's a nice place to walk to by the beach. Not too crowded but still bustling. read more

Went back for the 2nd time and it was amazing!!! We had Cody again as our server and he's great. We sat inside this time and it was quiet and really relaxing dinner. We tried the seared ahi and maui venison. It didn't disappoint at all. Can't wait to come back and try their other foods. read more

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Part of the Merriman group of restaurants. Location is conveniently located by many resorts and along the beach. It's very popular but the food is mid. The service was so slow. We ordered the Mai tai with their famous likikoi foam, which was good. Their poke bowl had a lot of add ins that just didn't add much, like roasted beets. And everything was so pricey for not very good food! read more

Very fun restaurant on the beach! Really loved the modern decor. Food was excellent - tried the macadamia nut fish and seared ahi tuna. Only downside is no free parking and the beach path was closed -so getting there was tricky going through the sand /carrying our stroller to get there read more

Ulu Kitchen - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We ate at a lot of places while we were here- but Ulu Kitchen was one of my favorites! No joke, they make the best pancakes I've ever had in my life. My family tasted and agreed! The service is always friendly (special shoutout to James at the Westin!), the ambiance is so peaceful and beautiful. This was a go to for us. Everything we ate was delicious. read more

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I don't usually venture out to Lahaina since I live in Kula. My friend works near here and they have substantial vegetarian offerings compared to other nearby restaurants, so I chose here. I had the Ulu corn chowder, focaccia, Rosemary fries, quesadilla and veggie pot pie. Everything was delicious. I also ordered a virgin Mai Tai and it came in a cute pineapple glass with pineapple at the top - worth the $12. Service was stellar. We came at 730pm and stayed past closing time - they never came to kick us out or clear the table as a sign to leave. We were impressed. This is definitely my top pick for best vegetarian offerings on Lahaina side. I will be back. read more

From start to finish, this was one of the best meals I've had in Maui! The service was outstanding, and the ambiance was absolutely perfect--elevated yet welcoming. I've dined at Mama's Fish House many times, and I can confidently say this restaurant is right up to par. The filet was cooked to absolute perfection, tender and full of flavor. Their crab cakes were phenomenal--crispy on the outside, perfectly cooked on the inside, and paired with an incredible sauce that elevated every bite. The coconut crab cakes were also a standout; they weren't just coated in cheap coconut flakes but instead served with a beautifully crafted coconut sauce that complemented them perfectly. Everything about this meal impressed me beyond words. The attention to detail, the quality of ingredients, and the execution were flawless. Easily one of the best dining experiences I've had in Maui, and I can't wait to come back! read more

This new place is glitchy but it has a gorgeous view & vibe, so we've come a few times. 5 stars for the view/vibe and then the food has varied 2-4 stars and the service too (except for Karen who gets 5 stars, and then Brandon and Maddox. Maddox was amazing and so much aloha!! ). First, a note about the Central European hostess. Every time we've come (even with a reservation on OpenTable), she sticks us at awful tables even when nicer ones are open. We've asked to change each time but it's super weird. The best things here are the brown butter sauce in the fish of the day, the Mai tai pancakes (which I've had twice), and the coffee. Coconut corn soup was good but with some inedible chunks. Monkeypod mai tai drink was meh. Hardly any orgeat flavor. Also our dinner server (a mainlander) was nice but so extra and the opposite of chill. Wouldn't come here again if he was our server. No offense, but people are trying to chill and hear the waves and he was the opposite of unobtrusive. The menu could be more consistent, and more servers could be like Karen and Maddox! One reason we've come here often is that it's easy to get in. As it gets busier here, if it gets as booked up as hula or Leilani's, they need to edit the menu more so every dish is a winner. read more

Love the location, service is top notch beautiful surroundings and a great all vibe , I wish I had the chance to try more, food is fresh and amazing everything was delicious and presented beautifully. I tried most of the restaurants on the trial and ulu take the trophy by far read more

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5 star service, quality and chef crafted. Ambiance amazing chill vibe. Returned for lunch. read more

Ulu Kitchen - Coconut shrimp good quality - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We came with a reservation but were seated in the back. We asked to move outside or closer to the main area, but were told the wait was 40 minutes, even though many tables were empty. Even when we left they were empty. One glass had greasy residue, our cocktails came only after we reminded them after main meals. The food was tasty and portions were big, but the restaurant smelled like cleaning products, and the vent above us smelled like mold. read more

Service was great - Cody was our server, and he showed us pictures of the specials, which helped us tremendously. We decided to go for the ahi special, along with the side of fries, mushroom pot pie and the chocolate mochi cake dessert. They were all delicious. We also had the mai tais, both virgin and regular. I also had the lilikoi sour. We had a table right along the walking path, so we had a direct view of the ocean and sunset. If you're staying at the Westin or nearby, this place is definitely worth a try! read more

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The food and service were as expected. Amazing! We had a beautiful view as well. I loved it and recommend this spot especially if you are staying at a nearby resort. I didn't want anything to heave so I had the mushroom pot pie and it was delicious. read more

Ulu Kitchen - A bottle of cab sab with a view in the background. - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We had an amazing night at Ulu! Loran was our server and he was awesome. Attentive, friendly, checked in on us the exact right amount. The Surf and Turf was the best meal we had all week. Filet mignon was cooked perfectly and the lobster ravioli was fantastic with that butter sauce. All in all a great value meal also in comparison to steak and lobster meals in the area. My partner also got the steak frites which was amazing and the fries were perfect. Highly recommend! read more

Let me stay off by saying.. I LOVED the food here. The lobster raviolis are something I still dream about. So why the 3 stars you ask? Well let me go back to the raviolis.. they are delicious but you get exactly 5 of them.. now I don't need a massive dinner but 5 raviolis isn't going to cut it.. especially when the dish is $44!! Next, the service... our server was nice but it took 20 minutes after we were seated for someone to even come up to us.. then another 30 to get us our water and drinks.. by the time the food came out we were pretty much starving. So yes while the food was good.. will we be back? Probably not. read more

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One of the fewer restaurant open early for breakfast during the week. Another concept from merriman which was very good. Ordered the cure (which is essentially ramen) and it was better than star noodle. Also ordered the eggs Benedict which had a jalapeño hollandaise which was a delicious take on a classic. read more

Ulu Kitchen - The cure - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Stopped by for breakfast on a Sunday. Didn't have a reservation but were able to be seated right away. We sat outside. Very beautiful views of the ocean! Lots of options for breakfast. We decided on the yogurt bowl and taro hash. Yogurt bowl was good, not super sweet so I asked for extra honey. Taro hash was a little greasy but overall good and I liked the taro. Service was super fast and friendly! read more

Ulu Kitchen - Taro hash and bacon - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We came back for the Blueberry pancakes. Last year when we first tried them, they were 5 stars spectacular; and today they were 4 stars good. They were not as fluffy and moist as before. The blueberries did not explode in my mouth as they did the first time I had them and there was not enough ricotta this time. We had them when the restaurant first opened, But they were still good and you can't beat the ocean view. We also had a side of sausage patties that were very good. I liked that they were hand made patties. The flavor was excellent. The service was good. read more

Ulu Kitchen - 4 out of 5 stars for this blueberry pancake. The views were spectacular. - Hawaiian Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Highly recommend this restaurant! We ate here a few times because it was connected to our hotel (The Westin). The food was delicious! I had the scallops and we had the oysters to share. It was so good we came back twice! My husband had the tuna steak. It's definitely on the pricey side but still delicious. The ambiance is beautiful plus you can look out onto the ocean (though it gets hot at sunset). The service was great too! Very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back. read more

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