Best Restaurants for Spicy Food in Upcountry

15 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Kula Lodge & Restaurant, Inc. restaurant

1. Kula Lodge & Restaurant, Inc.

4.8

Exceptional(1018)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Upcountry

Booked 20 times today

For many years, the Kula Lodge has been a favorite for both visitors and Kama'aina alike for delicious cuisine and breathtaking views of Maui. Perched high on the slopes of Haleakala with a 180 degree view of Maui, the Kula Lodge and Restaurant is a comfortable and homey place to relax, especially on your way down from the sunrise or sunset at the crater. It is situated on 4 lovely acres and not only has a stunning botanical garden, it has the only full-service bar and live music in Kula. It's also the only place upcountry with dancing (on Friday and Saturday nights)!The restaurant seats up to 160 guests, making it ideal for weddings and special events. The Kula Lodge outdoor Garden Terrace features a brick wood-burning pizza oven and an open view of south, central and the Maui mountains. The sunset views are absolutely phenomenal! Sunday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 5-7 have live entertainment; Friday & Saturday evenings from 5-8pm have live entertainment AND dancing!

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2. Ocean Organic Farm and Distillery

4.8

Exceptional(275)

Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kula

Booked 17 times today

Enjoy the spectacular views while you relax in our casual, open-air dining environment. Along with our menu offerings inspired by local fare, we have several signature cocktails available that are made with our own, Ocean Vodka, Kula Rum, Fy Gin, and Brum spirits.We have a 15 minute grace period. We have limited inside seating and vast options for outside seating. If you have a preference between inside or outside seating, please leave us a note in your reservation. Parties of 8 or more are subject to a 20% auto-gratuity. Please call (808)344-7649 for parties larger than 8. We do not accept walk-ins larger than 8 people.For event inquiries or for parties larger than 12, please contact our Food and Beverage Director at chad@oceandistillery.com.To book a Tasting Experience or an Upcountry Sommelier and Chef Curated Pairing with us, please use the following link: www.oceandistillery.comTo know whos playing tonight visit: https://music2nite.manaoradio.com/Mahalo,Ocean Ohana

3. Oao

4.8

Exceptional(844)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Wailea

Booked 39 times today

2nd Anniversary Special! On 11/8/2024 when you walk into Oao you can expect to get HALF-OFF ALL SUSHI! No reservations will be taken on that day it is 1st Come 1st Served! Come celebrate Oao's 2nd Birthday on 11/8!Oao, is Wailea's hottest & newest Sushi Bar & Grill founded by Chef Bernardo Oao Jr. Here we utilize fresh, locally sourced, and authentic ingredients to serve our customers the finest Sushi & Japanese cuisine (with a French Flair) Maui has to offer! Come eat & talk story while dining on our delicious assortment of Fresh Sushi, Juicy Steak, and Delicious Cocktails. Oao at Wailea is NOT a BYOB establishment. Wine & Sake are ok to bring but bear in mind that we charge a $35 Corkage Fee per bottle brought.

4. Lineage Maui

4.8

Exceptional(2094)

Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Wailea

Booked 51 times today

Nestled in the Shops of Wailea offering a true "foodie" experience, Lineage delights guests from around the globe and locals alike. Reservation phone line opens at 2pm daily (808)879-8800. Please include in your guest count: infants, toddlers and children.While we do our best to accommodate special requests, we cannot make any guarantees. Maximum of 2 split checks per reservation.15-minute late grace period from reservation time, if you are more than 15 minutes late, your reservation will be cancelled.Credit card is required to hold reservations of 7 or more.Cancellation Policy: $25 pp fee for cancellation or decrease in guest count within 24 hrs of reservation.Walk-ins: We welcome walk-ins if and when tables are availableOpen Monday through Saturday from 5 PM to 9 PM. Closed Sunday. Mahalo!

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5. Haliimaile General Store

4.8

Exceptional(5711)

Price: Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Makawao

Booked 33 times today

Our famous restaurant in Upcountry is a must see for anyone visiting Maui!As seen frequently on The Food Network.Come and experience the renowned Hawaiian hospitality and aloha spirit of Maui at Hali’imaile General Store. With a hundred-year history and over three decades of providing delicious meals to both Upcountry Maui locals and visitors, our restaurant in Hali’imaile is a must-see for anyone visiting Maui. Join us for a taste of the island’s finest cuisine and an opportunity to uncover a piece of Maui’s rich history at our conveniently located restaurant near the town of Makawao and on the road to and from Haleakalā National Park.Farm-to-table is not a new concept to us! Our restaurant has been promoting and featuring locally sourced produce, seafood, meats and products since 1988. Our dishes are a unique blend of fresh Hawaiian food, local Asian influences and modern preparations.

6. Olivine

4.3

Awesome(345)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Wailea

Booked 46 times today

Olivine is Grand Wailea's oceanfront culinary destination where the natural bounty of Maui is perfectly paired with the art of coastal Italian cuisine. Named for the green mineral that produces the gemstone known as the “Hawaiian diamond,” Olivine’s rustic open-air interior incorporates the striking hues of this mineral, inviting diners to gather both day and night in an al fresco setting framed by large open windows with sweeping sky, pool, and ocean views.

7. Morimoto - Maui

4.4

Awesome(4778)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Wailea

Booked 55 times today

Morimoto Maui's contemporary Japanese menu infuses traditional dishes with Western ingredients and preparation techniques. Chef Morimotos seasonal and ever-changing selection of raw fish preparations will feature the freshest seafood available as well as locally grown fruits and vegetables from supporting farmers.

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8. Three's Bar & Grill

4.5

Awesome(3120)

Price: Moderate

• Pan-Asian • Kihei

Booked 38 times today

Welcome to Three's Bar & Grill in Kihei, Maui. Chefs Jaron Blosser, Travis Morrin, and Cody Christopher have creatively fused Hawaiian, Southwestern, & Pacific Rim cooking styles to bring you an unforgettable dining experience. Three's provides guests with an array of freshly prepared seafood, steaks, salads, noodles and raw bar items (sushi) at affordable prices. Three's holds a number of awards including best Happy Hour on Maui 3 years in a row. As well as best fusion restaurant on Maui. Three's staff will make you feel right at home, and the food will keep you coming back for more.

A photo of Ka'ana Kitchen at Andaz Maui restaurant

9. Ka'ana Kitchen at Andaz Maui

4.7

Exceptional(2253)

Price: Very Expensive

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Wailea

Booked 26 times today

Ka’ana, meaning “to share” in Hawaiian, delivers farm-fresh, seasonal and sophisticated food utilizing the unforgettable rich island flavors of Maui. The menu is curated nightly to stimulate a sense of adventure, adding local tastes and aromas with twists. The restaurant offers a unique, residential style setting with views of Mokapu Beach and the cascading infinity pools of the resort. The restaurants outdoor dining offers you front row seats to the sun setting over the horizon, or the indoor seating offers you a show as you watch the chefs create your dinner in the open-aired kitchen situated in the middle of the restaurant. Helmed by Executive Chef Ritchard Cariaga and Chef de Cuisine Chance Savell, we invite you to share these moments with the ones you love while we share our best family style dishes to you. Featured farms: Aina Lani, Kumu, Coca, Ho, OK, Lapa’au, Maui Nui, Mia’s, Otani, Vissessa’s, Sylvester’s, Living Cuisine Microgreens, Escob

10. 1111 Nikkei Maui

4.3

Awesome(48)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Wailea

Booked 15 times today

New Sushi Restaurant located in Wailea. We are the first Nikkei Restaurant on Maui offering traditional Japanese as well as Nikkei (Japanese - Peruvian) cuisine. Please come join us. For now we are BYOB.

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Kula Lodge & Restaurant, Inc.

2. Ocean Organic Farm and Distillery

3. Oao

4. Lineage Maui

5. Haliimaile General Store

6. Olivine

7. Morimoto - Maui

8. Three's Bar & Grill

9. Ka'ana Kitchen at Andaz Maui

10. 1111 Nikkei Maui

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