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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea, Kihei, HI

Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

4.7
4.7
10662 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 251 times today
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
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

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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

What 10,662 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
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Most Booked

  • Maui

    Hot spot

  • Maui

    Lively

  • Maui

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea delights with "amazing food" and "fantastic service," featuring local ingredients and a vibrant atmosphere. The "famous Mai Tais" are a must-try, alongside a diverse menu of pizzas, tacos, and seafood. While the restaurant can be "very busy and loud," the live music adds a "local flare."

10,662 Reviews
  1. Erin

    San Francisco20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Mai Tais on the island!! Went for happy hour & enjoyed live music as well. Very friendly & competent staff. Sydnee went over & above to deliver a perfect dining experience! She took great care in getting everything right, & did so with a smile. Wonderful experience!!

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  2. David

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Patrick was an outstanding waiter. Food was impeccable as always. Cocktails and atmosphere were exceptional. We are eating there again on our last night on Maul!

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  3. AlainF

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Monkeypod Wailea is a regular lunch and dinner place for us when in Maui. As always, the food, service, and atmosphere were perfect. And the Mai Tais.... 😋. Love it all.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thanks for making us a regular stop on your Maui visits! We're so happy to hear everything—food, service, and atmosphere—was on point. And yes, the Mai Tais are definitely hard to beat! Can’t wait to have you back again! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  4. Beata VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great waitress, food and live music. Fish tacos were awesome!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thanks for the awesome review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, live music, and your waitress. The fish tacos are definitely a favorite—hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  5. jon VIP

    Chicago51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good. Was surprised the service and food exceeded Merriman’s. Will recommend and return
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Wow, that’s a huge compliment! We’re so glad you had a great experience and appreciate the recommendation. Looking forward to having you back! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  6. Lori

    Seattle2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Disappointing meal this time. Fish was dry. Very loud even outside.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Sorry to hear this visit didn’t hit the mark. We appreciate the feedback and will share it with our team. Hope you’ll give us another try in the future! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  7. MikeWestVan

    Vancouver5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Monkeypox is a MUST do every time we are in Maui, Their macadamia encrusted Mahi Mahi was amazing, Having just arrived a few days ago, definitely will go back before we leave.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Looks like autocorrect had some fun with Monkeypod! 😂 We love that we're a must-do on your Maui trips! The macadamia-crusted Mahi Mahi is definitely a winner. Hope you have an amazing stay, and we’ll see you again before you head out! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  8. Gerri

    Hawaii27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was excellent. Food outstanding. Mai Tai best on the island.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thanks for the kind words—glad you enjoyed the food, service, and that legendary Mai Tai! Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  9. Darla

    Hawaii10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Waiter was great and the food incredible. Noisy.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Glad you enjoyed the food and service! We hear you on the noise and appreciate the feedback. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  10. Susan VIP

    Los Angeles49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter, DJ, was great! He explained the menu, made good recommendations, and was the perfect host. Try the Mai Tai's with the foam, one of the best we've ever had. The food was amazing, the flavors unique and truly a taste memory. Monkeypod is a must stop anytime we are near Wailea.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded today
    Aloha, Thanks so much for the awesome review! We're so glad DJ took great care of you and that the Mai Tai with foam made such an impression—definitely a fan favorite! It’s awesome to hear the food left such a lasting memory. We can’t wait to have you back next time you're in Wailea! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea is rated 4.7 stars by 10662 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 251 times today
Google Map for Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

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

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • 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
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