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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea, Kihei, HI

Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

4.7
4.7
10458 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 271 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
Aloha, we are open daily from 11:00am to 10:00pm, with our last seating available at 9:45pm. We accept reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 3:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays).

Our chef driven concept is led by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Hawaiian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 891-2322
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Peter Merriman / Cory Waite
  • Neighborhood
    Wailea
  • Cross street
    Wailea Ike Drive
  • Parking details
    Large public lot with ample parking.
  • Entertainment
    We feature daily entertainment from 1:00pm-3:00pm, 4:00pm - 6:00pm, 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Our artists embody the spirit of Aloha and feature music from contemporary Hawaiian to light rock. Please visit our website to see our Music line up.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10,458 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Contemporary American

  • Hawaii

    Most Booked

  • Maui

    Hot spot

  • Maui

    Lively

  • Maui

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea delivers an exceptional dining experience with its "amazing service," vibrant ambiance, and a "must-try" Mai Tai. Guests rave about the "delicious food," including the macadamia-crusted Mahi and the inventive appetizers. While indoor noise levels can be high, dining on the patio offers a more relaxed atmosphere.

10,458 Reviews
  1. Penny

    Seattle

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Mai Tai was “mass produced “ and lacked dark rum and nice head of special foam!! Disappointed! We may drop it off our list of places to go while in Maui!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, I’m sorry to hear that the Mai Tai didn’t meet your expectations this time. We take pride in our cocktails, so I’ll be sure to share your feedback with the team to ensure we continue to improve. We hope you’ll consider giving us another chance during your next visit to Maui. Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  2. Matthew

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic ambience, service food were great. The Mai tai's are not the best in Hawaii. Everything else great.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the ambience, service, and food! It's great that everything else was to your liking, even if the Mai Tais didn't quite hit the mark for you. Appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  3. Michelle

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First experience at Monkeypod Kixhen and it did not disappoint. Food, service & cocktails were amazing!!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, We're so glad to hear that your first experience at Monkeypod Kitchen was a success! It's fantastic that you enjoyed the food, service, and cocktails. We hope to see you again soon for another amazing visit! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  4. Kathy

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time. We were seated outside so the view was amazing. The food was superb.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, That sounds wonderful! There's nothing like enjoying great food with a beautiful view. We're so glad you had a fantastic time! Hope to welcome you back soon. Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  5. anne-michele

    VIP

    Calgary

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great service…a bit loud but honestly still amazing
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and service! We agree, sometimes it can get a bit lively, but we're glad it didn't take away from your amazing experience. Hope to see you back soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  6. Ewa

    VIP

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks and service were amazing. Many thanks to Gina, Simon, Rachel and Morgan for making it an unforgettable experience.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great experience, and we're glad Gina, Simone, Rachel, and Morgan made it even more special. We'll be sure to pass along your appreciation to them. We can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable time! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  7. Deb

    VIP

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from our Bartender and great food!🥘
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thanks for stopping by! We're thrilled you enjoyed the excellent service from our bartender and the great food. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  8. Bob

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    chef could not get my burger right The first time had to wait for the second round to get it done right after my wife had all her food  before me did not get to eat together not fair, but it is what it is
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, We're sorry to hear about your experience—it’s disappointing when meals don’t arrive together, especially on a night out. We appreciate your patience while we worked to make it right and hope we can provide a better experience next time. Thank you for sharing your feedback. Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  9. David

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place - been coming here for years - every time we visit Wailea. The food is fantastic. Desserts are some of the best we’ve had. This place is happening - awesome vibe!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thank you for being such a loyal guest! We're thrilled to be a part of your Wailea visits over the years. It's wonderful to hear you love the food, desserts, and vibe—can't wait to welcome you back next time! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  10. Craig

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter Bill was excellent. He made our time at Monkey pd a great experience. The food was delicious. Could be more potatoes.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thanks for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear Bill made your visit so enjoyable, and we're glad you loved the food! Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea is rated 4.7 stars by 10458 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 271 times today
Google Map for Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

10 Wailea Gateway Place, Unit B-201, Kihei, HI 96753

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Wailea Ike Drive
  • Neighborhood
    Wailea
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Hawaiian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Large public lot with ample parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Contactless Payment, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Peter Merriman / Cory Waite
  • Entertainment
    We feature daily entertainment from 1:00pm-3:00pm, 4:00pm - 6:00pm, 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Our artists embody the spirit of Aloha and feature music from contemporary Hawaiian to light rock. Please visit our website to see our Music line up.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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