Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Maui

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Updated January 05, 2025

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nyloS

4.9

4.9 (454)

$50 and over

French American

Paia

About the restaurant

PLEASE NOTE HOLIDAY SEASONS MAY ALTER BUSINESS HOURS.

Located in Paia, Maui, we invite you to dine in our intimate, all Chef's Table dining room. Our everchanging Market Driven Menus always include a glass of sparkling wine, are Prix-Fixe, between 6-8 courses and range from $230-$300 per person plus tax, gratuity and any additional alcohol.

RESERVATIONS, CANCELLATIONS AND DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: If you are late, please call to let us know. We will make every attempt to catch you up, but we absolutely cannot make any guarantees on coursing and pacing. Reservations are STRICTLY held by Credit Card. Cancellations within 48 hours of the reservation will be charged $200 per guest, WITH ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS. Please allow at least 2.5 hours for dinner. Allergies or dietary restrictions must be made known to the restaurant when reservation is made. If dietary restrictions are presented without notice, we will make every reasonable attempt to accommodate them but can make no guarantees.

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Neal

Dined 6 days ago

We dined at this restaurant January 10, 2025, and had an amazing experience. The menu normally consists of a 6 course meal, however, we got an extra meat course (pork belly!), which was amazing. There were two other meat dishes as well that night: Wagyu beef, which was cooked to perfection, and a lamb and lobster dish, which was just sublime. The presentation was beautiful, and all the ingredients came together very well making each bite a delight to the palate. The other courses included an appetizer, a vegetable dish, palate cleanser and dessert. Wine pairings were offered also. The setting is very intimate with seating for fourteen (I counted 5 tables), and there is only one seating per night (the pacing of the dinner is measured). The restaurant is run by a husband and wife team, with Paulina being the most gracious of hosts and Jeremy working his magic in the kitchen. A must place to eat and a very special treat!

Chef's Table at Ka'ana Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (169)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Wailea

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of Ka’ana Kitchen’s open-air styled kitchen, we invite you to immerse yourself in our exclusive dining experience. Interact with our chefs as they thoughtfully curate a customized 6-course menu of fresh, local ingredients to stimulate your sense of adventure. To enhance the experience even more, we have the option to add wine pairings to each course, hand selected by our expert sommelier.

This exclusive experience is limited to seating’s at 6:00pm, 6:15pm and 6:30pm Tuesday - Friday.
Maximum of 4 guests per party.

Chef’s Table: $195/person
Wine Pairings:
Premier Cru – a selection of our favorite wines from off the beaten path – creating a journey of discovery & delight +$125/person
Grand Cru – exclusive selection of hard to source, hard to replace but very easy to love wines +$250/person

Executive Chef: Ritchard Cariaga | Chef de Cuisine: Chance Savell

Due to limited seating, there is a 24-hour cancellation policy and $75/person cancellation fee.

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Olivia

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

We had a fantastic experience at the chefs table! The food and staff were all amazing. Highly recommend for great food and a fun experience! We had some dietary restrictions due to pregnancy, and they were awesome at accommodating easily!

Wolfgang Puck's Spago in the Four Seasons Resort Maui

4.7

4.7 (3086)

$50 and over

Hawaiian

Wailea

About the restaurant

Spago offers many locally inspired dishes along with his classics created by Master Chef Wolfgang Puck.

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Tessa

Dined 7 days ago

Our waiter David made this an amazing evening for us. Best service on the island! Food was also so amazing. Try the Seafood Curry.

Nick's Fishmarket Maui

4.7

4.7 (4088)

$50 and over

Seafood

Wailea

About the restaurant

With an enchanting Mediterranean setting, unparalleled hospitality and world-class cuisine, Nick's Fishmarket Maui offers an incomparable dining experience. Located on the grounds of the spectacular Fairmont Kea Lani resort in Wailea, Nick's is the Valley Isle's first choice in dining for special occasions. The menu's island-inspired flavors cater to sophisticated tastes. Mouthwatering preparations of fresh Hawaiian opakapaka, mahi mahi and ahi await seafood lovers, while those in the mood for a delicious steak will savor the filet mignon, cooked to perfection. A perennial winner of Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence, Nick's wine list features an array of fine vintages from all over the world. We kindly request that our guests dress in resort casual attire. While shorts and sandals are welcomed, we ask that tank tops, sheer or see-through clothing, and swimwear be avoided for the comfort and enjoyment of all our patrons.

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Sandra

Dined 7 days ago

The food and service was excellent. Salmon was fabulous. The vegetarian dish was amazing as well. Enjoyed presentation by waiter and his detail in serving us.

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Ruth's Chris Steak House - Wailea

4.7

4.7 (2410)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Wailea

About the restaurant

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.

Welcome to Ruth's Chris Steak House, Wailea. When you visit Ruth's Chris, you soon understand that this is no ordinary restaurant. From the USDA prime steaks, broiled to perfection in a trademark 1800 degree oven and served on a plate heated to 500 degrees, to the expertly executed seafood, island fresh fish, New Orleans inspired appetizers, unforgettable desserts and award winning wine list, this is a steakhouse to which others aspire.

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Jeffrey

Dined 3 days ago

Tomahawk Ribeye was amazing! One of the best steaks we’ve ever had.

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The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea

4.7

4.7 (2725)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Wailea

About the restaurant

Hawaii’s first and only Relais & Châteaux restaurant, The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea offers a 'culinary casual' experience with creative island-to-table cuisine. Menus are created around what is readily available from Maui’s farms and fisherman ensuring that each dish is prepared using only the finest local, seasonal and artisanal products; including those grown in the restaurant’s own orchard.

From its perch on the hillside above South Maui's Wailea resort area, the restaurant offers sweeping panoramic ocean views from the upper lanai and intimate dining under the stars in the garden. Voted one of OpenTable's Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the US, and Top 10 Restaurants in Hawaii.

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MarcVIP

Dined 5 days ago

What a special experience for my birthday. Such fun working with the som to select a wine from their exceptionally diverse list to pair with our cuisine. The setting couldn’t be lovelier. A+.

Cane & Canoe - Montage Kapalua Bay

4.7

4.7 (1558)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kapalua

About the restaurant

Located at Montage Kapalua Bay, Cane & Canoe invites guests to enjoy stunning Kapalua Bay scenery paired with modern Hawaiian cuisine. With authentically designed interiors inspired by a traditional Hawaiian canoe house, Cane & Canoe offers the freshest catches and top-quality meats reflecting the best of land and sea, complemented by fresh produce from local farms.

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Jim

Dined 6 days ago

The food is amazing under the new chef. We had the chefs tasting menu which we really enjoyed. Menu variety is excellent and the chef is very accommodating. The service is equally incredible as is the location. Clearly the best restaurant on Maui.

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Popular dish

Diver Scallops

Popular dish

Us Wagyu 7 oz Filet Mignon

Popular dish

Beet & Burrata Salad

Ulana - Ritz Carlton Kapalua

4.6

4.6 (245)

$50 and over

Breakfast

Kapalua

About the restaurant

The newly reimagined Ulana restaurant features a renowned breakfast a la carte menu. This inspired breakfast experience truly has something for everyone including traditional and local breakfast favorites. Its fresh, new design aesthetic is inspired by the Hawaiian word, ulana meaning to weave, featuring raw, textural elements and is symbolic of interconnection and community.

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Simri

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

A brunch to remember- the baked glazed salmon was a masterpiece, eggs hollandaise perfection and the omelette delicious- to name few dishes- and pastries tasted fresh and not doughy - all in the most beautiful and picturesque resort- heavenly!!!

Roasted Chiles - Maui

4.4

4.4 (290)

$30 and under

Mexican

Kihei

About the restaurant

Welcome to Roasted Chiles in Kihei Hawaii!! Roasted Chiles has a full menu of your favorite Mexican food!! Enjoy appetizers, like the Ceviche De Pescado, Fresh Fish Pescadillas, or just a quick order of Guacamole & Chips.
Our Chef's Owners Both from Mexico City moved to Maui to share their culinary experiences with the rest of the World that are visiting Maui and with the local people who live here.
Come and experience a High End Mexican Cuisine with a Casual Atmosphere and find out why we are voted best Mexican Food Year after Year .......Gracias Maui

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Anders

Dined 3 days ago

Rad place, good people, games were on. Food was phenomenal.

Wolfgang's Steakhouse Maui

3.8

3.8 (130)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Wailea

About the restaurant

Wolfgang Zwiener's famous steakhouse, situated solely at The Shops at Wailea on Maui, is celebrated globally for its exclusive USDA Prime Beef Black Angus Steak. The restaurant offers indoor and lanai dining options, making it suitable for any event. Additionally, it houses a distinctive dry-aging room and two wine rooms. Alongside their delectable steaks, they offer a variety of fresh seafood and an acclaimed selection of wines. Furthermore, an intimate dining area is accessible for private banquets and events, accommodating up to 14 guests.

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LISA

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

Almost everyone was outstanding. Our waiter was okay. John (Manager), Grant, and others were phenominal making up for the waiter. Waiter forgot a drink and we often had to ask others for things because she didn't come around much.

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