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Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort, Koloa, HI

Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

4.5 (2921)
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine
2251 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
Red Salt’s diverse menu celebrates fresh Hawaiian seafood and produce in a casual, yet sophisticated seaside atmosphere. Modern dinner cuisine includes favorites from both land and sea, decadent desserts, tableside martinis and more, all served in a contemporary setting.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Sushi, Pacific Rim
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Sushi Lounge Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Noelani Planas
  • Private party facilities
    Red Salt restaurant offers an acclaimed dining experience for those who seek something different. With intimate spaces that can accommodate 2-100 people, Red Salt welcomes you to private dining.
  • Private party contact
    Krista Torres: (808) 742-4201
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Cross street
    Red Salt is located inside Ko'a Kea Resort.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available for diners.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Koloa Rum

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
    May 6, 20 | Red Salt invites you for an unforgettable 5-course chef's table dinner on the ocean view lanai, complete with beverage coursing with Koloa Rum. House Ricotta Prosciutto Wrapped Kauai Prawn Hokkaido Scallops Wagyu NY Strip & Hudson Valley Foie Gras Layered Red Salt Cake Must be 21+. Location may change due to inclement weather. No menu modifications. Filming Notice: Photography & video may be taken at this event for documentary & publicity purposes. Refunds not guaranteed.
    Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Koloa Rum Photo
  • Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Caymus

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
    June 3- SOLD OUT June 17 | Red Salt invites you for an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite pairings from Caymus Wines. House Ricotta Prosciutto Wrapped Kauai Prawn Hokkaido Scallops Wagyu NY Strip & Hudson Valley Foie Gras Layered Red Salt Cake Menu subject to change. Must be 21+. Location may change due to inclement weather. No menu modifications. Filming Notice: Photography & video may be taken at this event for documentary & publicity purposes. Refunds not guaranteed.
    Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Caymus Photo
  • Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Komos Tequila

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Sep 1, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
    Sept 4, 25 | Red Salt invites you to an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite pairings from Komos Tequila. House Ricotta Prosciutto Wrapped Kauai Prawn Hokkaido Scallops Wagyu NY Strip & Hudson Valley Foie Gras Layered Red Salt Cake Menu subject to change. Must be 21+. Location may change due to inclement weather. No menu modifications. Filming Notice: Photography & video may be taken at this event for documentary & publicity purposes. Refunds not guaranteed.
    Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Komos Tequila Photo

Private dining

What 2,921 people are saying

Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Innovative

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Red Salt at Ko'a Kea Resort offers a "fantastic dining experience" with exceptional service and "amazing food." Known for its sushi and lobster gnocchi, the "service is top notch" with staff like Noah and Jojo receiving praise. Although some find it "pricey," the culinary quality and ocean views make it "highly recommended." Noise levels can be high, but the "memorable" atmosphere and "delicious" dishes continue to attract loyal patrons.
2,921 Reviews
  1. Michelle

    Sacramento11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good but did not live up to expectations. We ordered the focaccia appetizer. The bread was yummy but not focaccia. It was a small loaf of white bread with olive oil and Italian herbs which doesn’t make it focaccia. They were out of the Mahi mahi, so I ordered another fish dish. It was very good. Husband ordered the Ahi. For him it was a small portion and cold, not warm enough. Cocktails were fantastic! Overall, very good.

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  2. David VIP

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good, really enjoyed the lobster gnocchi. Beautiful setting and great service.

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  3. Stephen VIP

    San Francisco35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
     Excellent food served in a pleasant environment with great service. One of my favorite places to eat on the island. A little expensive, but the quality is there and is in keeping with the other nice places on the island. I will go back. 

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  4. Mary Ellen

    Louisville9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an enjoyable meal. The restaurant has a beautiful view. The wait staff was personable, knowledgeable and friendly.

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  5. Bill VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I would have rated the notice level at 2, had a couple not been quibbling!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 2 days ago
    Aloha Bill! Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear things were mostly peaceful—aside from the unexpected entertainment nearby! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back for an even more serene visit next time. With our warmest Aloha, Red Salt Food & Beverage Team

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  6. Jodi

    New York City16 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Went expecting top notch food but was disappointed unfortunately. House made ricotta was dry and lacked flavor however the honey it was topped with was very good. Ordered gnocchi with lobster in a type of Parmesan sauce with asparagus and green onion. Drowned in sauce so everything taste the same and the pieces of vegetables we so small that they were lost amongst the large amount of gnocchi and sauce. Lobster pieces were nice size. Passion fruit cream brûlée was overcooked so it was pasty rather than creamy and the Chantilly vanilla cream was overwhipped and had no flavor Highlights were the mahi mahi with forbidden rice. Cooked perfectly. Seasoned well and juicy. I do recommend the pina coladas. Very fresh and crafted well. Not your typical frozen bar cocktail. Atmosphere very pretty. Would give the sushi a try next time. Looked beautiful
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 4 days ago
    Aloha Jodi! Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback with us. We’re sorry to hear that the food didn’t meet your expectations, and we truly appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention. It’s always our goal to deliver a standout dining experience, so we’ll certainly take your comments into account to improve our dishes. We’re glad to hear the mahi mahi and pina coladas were highlights for you! We take pride in offering fresh, well-crafted cocktails and dishes, and we’re happy you enjoyed those. Your comments about the atmosphere are also much appreciated — we’re pleased that you found the setting beautiful. We hope you’ll consider giving our sushi a try next time, and we look forward to welcoming you back for a more satisfying experience. With aloha, Red Salt F&B Tea,

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  7. Miriam VIP

    San Francisco39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious breakfast, very fresh and the menu has a lot of variety. Very good service too. Lots of windows to look out toward the resort and ocean. Can’t wait to return!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 4 days ago
    Aloha Miriam, Thank you for leaving your amazing review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your breakfast and that the variety on our menu met your expectations. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated both the freshness of the food and the service. We also love that our ocean views added to your experience! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal and beautiful view. Thank you for choosing us, and see you again soon! With our warmest aloha, Red Salt Food & beverage Team

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  8. Carole

    Palm Springs3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Uggh. We were soooo looking forward to dining here again. Started out great then The NOISE from the large group of event attendees was unrelenting. Plus Our server never ventured back after our main course was served, until I was almost done. Hard to enjoy a “fine dining experience” when it sounds like a college auditorium. You MIGHT warn people when confirming reservations that their evening is going to be akin a Sports Bar on Friday night. The ONLY bright spot was Angel. She bent over backwards to clean up the mistakes made by our server and make amends for our experience. You should promote her—to event planner. Cheers.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 7 days ago
    Aloha Carole and mahalo for your feedback, Although we are super pleased to hear Angel saved the day, I can assure you we will take a deeper dive into our processes when hosting these events moving forward. We'd be remiss if we failed to extend our sincere apologies in addition to inviting you back to have a much more memorable experience...for all the right reasons. Please feel free to reach out and ask for our manager on duty, we can absolutely make this right for you! Sincerely, Ko'a Kea Food and Beverage Team (808) 742 4200

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  9. Jeepguy

    Hawaii4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was our 40th Anniversary, so I wanted somewhere special. By the description and reviews, it seemed to fit, but we were disappointed. The staff was well trained and attentive, but the prices are insulting for what you get. It just seemed like an overpriced restaurant, instead of a memorable experience. I splurged for the $22 mai tai. then paid the $14 for Focaccia bread that would be included at most restaurants. The Mahi mahi was good, but not great, especially for $60. The $62 beef short rib was better and a decent serving size. For reference, on our 25th in Maui, we went to Mama's Fish House and the cost was similar, and it so amazing we have repeated a few times. Unfortunately this doesn't come close.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha Jeepguy, Thank you for choosing to celebrate such a special milestone with us, and for taking the time to share your feedback. While we're glad to hear you found our staff attentive and well-trained, we’re truly sorry to learn that your experience fell short of expectations, especially on such an important occasion. We take comments like yours seriously, and we're disappointed to know that the value & overall experience didn’t match what you were hoping for. Your input about the pricing and food quality has been shared with our culinary and management teams, as we are always striving to improve. We sincerely hope we’ll have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future and provide the kind of experience you were looking for. Our sincerest mahalo, Red Salt F&B Team

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  10. Jennifer VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The mimosa flight was so fun. My husband said it was the best loco Moco he’d ever tasted. The soufflé pancakes were really special!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded on April 28, 2025
    Aloha Jennifer, Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear you had fun with the mimosa flight and that the loco moco hit the mark—what an amazing compliment! And we're so glad you enjoyed the soufflé pancakes too—they're definitely a guest favorite. We can't wait to welcome you both back soon for more delicious moments! Mahalo, Red Salt Food & Beverage Team

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Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort is rated 4.5 stars by 2921 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

2251 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Red Salt is located inside Ko'a Kea Resort.
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Sushi Lounge Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Sushi, Pacific Rim
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available for diners.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Noelani Planas
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Red Salt restaurant offers an acclaimed dining experience for those who seek something different. With intimate spaces that can accommodate 2-100 people, Red Salt welcomes you to private dining.
  • Private party contact
    Krista Torres: (808) 742-4201
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