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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea, Kihei, HI

Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

4.7
4.7
10398 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 311 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 10,398 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 - Wailea offers a vibrant dining experience with "the best mai tais on Maui" and "amazing food." Guests rave about the "lively atmosphere" and "friendly, attentive staff." Highlights include the macadamia crusted mahi-mahi, lobster deviled eggs, and live music. Reservations are recommended for this popular spot.

10,398 Reviews
  1. Jacquelyn

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a 7:30 reservation and both the nightly fish special and chocolate pie were already sold out. The food was disappointing compared to previous visits, but our server went above and beyond to salvage our experience.

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  2. Ginger

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the Monkeypod! One of my favorite restaurants on the island! Service was outstanding!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, So glad to hear you had a great time at Monkeypod! Can’t wait for your next visit! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  3. John

    VIP

    Hawaii

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was good as always however we sat inside this time, not out on the patio and found it very hard to talk. It is so loud. 
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Glad to hear the food was up to your usual expectations! Sorry about the noise inside—it can definitely get a bit lively sometimes. We appreciate your feedback and hope next time you can enjoy the quieter patio seating again! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  4. Debbie

    Manitoba

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I enjoyed our meal of fish and chips and hamburger. Our waitress was attentive, highly recommend making reservations ahead of time.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, So happy you enjoyed your meal! Fish and chips and a burger always make a great combo. We hope to see you both again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  5. Noelle

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great atmosphere, food and friendly service, always visit when in Maui.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the atmosphere, food, and friendly service. It’s always a pleasure to have you visit when you’re in Maui. Looking forward to your next trip! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  6. francie

    VIP

    Hawaii

    28 reviews

    2.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was not good. Had to ask for refills on ice tea. My avocado and cucumber salad was forgotten and finally got it when everyone else was almost done.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, We’re sorry to hear about your experience and that the service fell short during your visit. Your feedback is important, and we’ll share this with the team to help us improve. We hope to provide a better experience next time. Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  7. Stan

    Seattle

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fabulous and loved our server Tom. He was very knowledgeable about the menu.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad you enjoyed the fabulous food and had a great time with Tom. His menu knowledge is definitely a standout, and we’re lucky to have him on the team. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  8. Bill

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So much fun - we come once a year and wouldn’t miss the wonderful Mai Tais!!! Great service!!!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, We're thrilled to be part of your annual tradition! 🥂 So glad you enjoyed the Mai Tais and great service. Can't wait to welcome you back next year! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  9. Catie

    Philadelphia

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really loved it! Our waiter had great recommendations / told us his favorites and we took his reco and loved everything. If you’re on Maui, def worth prioritizing a res here!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled you had such a great time and that your server’s recommendations hit the mark. It’s always our goal to make your dining experience unforgettable. Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  10. casey

    VIP

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Not what it’s hyped to be. Had the fish sandwich , No seasoning just aioli and soft lettuce I would have discarded because it was wilted. I was looking forward to it but certainly disappointed. Find another spot for the money.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Sorry to hear the experience didn’t meet expectations. We’ll share your feedback to help improve. Thanks for giving us a try! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea is rated 4.7 stars by 10398 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 311 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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