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

Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

4.5
4.5
2874 Reviews
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Fancy
Red Salt’s diverse menu by acclaimed Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas 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.

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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
    (855) 747-8444
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Noelani Planas
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas’ 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

  • Kuleana Rum & Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina (March)

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 1, 2025 - Mar 25, 2025
    March 18, 25 | Executive Chef Noelani Planas invites you to an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite champagne pairings & live music. Paired rum cocktail coursing with Art Deakins of Hawaiian Kuleana Rums included. Housemade Ricotta | Hawi Highball Proscuitto-wrapped Kauai Jumbo Prawn | Hawaiian Margarita Hokkaido Scallops | Akala Wagyu NY Strip & Hudson Valley Foie Gras | Tropical Washed Negroni Layered Red Salt Cake | Kaimana Mai Tai 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.
    Kuleana Rum & Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina (March) Photo
  • Trinitas Cellars & Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 1, 2025 - Apr 29, 2025
    April 8 - SOLD OUT April 16, 29 | Executive Chef Noelani Planas invites you to an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite champagne pairings & live music. Includes Trinitas Cellars wine pairings. 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.
    Trinitas Cellars & Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina Photo
  • Koloa Rum & Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina (May)

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
    May 6, 20 | Executive Chef Noelani Planas invites you to an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite champagne pairings & live music. Paired beverage coursing with Koloa Rums included. 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.
    Koloa Rum & Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina (May) Photo

Private dining

What 2,874 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
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Innovative

  • Kauai

    Good for groups

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Good for special occasions

  • Kauai

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Red Salt at Ko'a Kea Resort offers a dining experience with "exceptional food" and "fantastic service." Guests rave about the diverse menu, highlighting dishes like lobster risotto and bone marrow. The ambiance, though sometimes noisy, is described as "lovely" with a "resort view." Despite being "pricey," the quality justifies a visit.

2,874 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    First, let me say the service was very good. Our server, Shanna, was warm, professional, and kind. The ocean view was lovely. As for the food, the sushi was good, the Lobster Gnocchi was quite good. The Mahi Mahi was terrible. There's really no other way to describe it. I was honest about my entree, and they did offer another entree and even dessert, which I declined because I'd lost my appetite. They very graciously comped the unfortunate part of our meal.

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  2. Rodney

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Experience from seating through dining was outstanding. The menu was diverse enough to please all eaters and our selections were prepared well. We will be returning to try more.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Rodney! Thank you for your thoughtful review. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed both the variety of our menu and the quality of your meal. We look forward to welcoming you back to Red Salt in the future to explore more of our offerings! Mahalo, Krista T.

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  3. Linda VIP

    San Francisco76 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was amazing!! We had a really wonderful meal with incredible service. Dessert martinis were delicious! We will be back!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha Linda! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great meal and enjoyed the dessert martinis. It’s also fantastic to know that our service and atmosphere stood out to you – we strive to offer a unique experience that goes beyond the typical resort setting. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to your server and the entire team. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another memorable experience at Red Salt! Mahalo, Krista T.

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  4. DrNaderHddad

    Phoenix3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Not as good as couple years ago.. much smaller portions and as flavorful
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha Dr. Nader, Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your recent experience didn't meet the high standards you enjoyed in the past. We value your input and will certainly take it into consideration as we strive to improve. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and provide a better experience. Mahalo, Krista T.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellence is the only way to describe it here. Highly recommended
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha, Thank you for your kind words! We’re truly honored to have provided an experience that you describe as excellent! Your recommendation means so much to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable visit at Red Salt! Mahalo, Krista T.

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  6. Kelly VIP

    Tampa4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Red Salt is fantastic, went here for our honeymoon and they made sure we had a window seat even without us asking. The food was amazing we ordered scallops, lobster gnocchi and the flourless chocolate cake all amazing!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha Kelly, Thank you for celebrating your honeymoon with us at Red Salt! We're delighted to hear that you had a fantastic experience and that our team was able to make it even more special. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed the scallops, lobster gnocchi, and flourless chocolate cake—great choices! We hope to welcome you back for another memorable meal in the future. Happy Honeymoon! Mahalo, Krista Torres

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing, and Noah our server, was fabulous! Our compliments to the chef and staff! Fantastic meal'
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha! Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing meal and that Noah provided fabulous service. Your compliments to our chef and staff mean so much—we’ll be sure to pass them along. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic dining experience at Red Salt. Mahalo, Krista T.

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  8. Jonathan

    Dallas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I are here on our honeymoon and were told we need to go to Red Salt for a nice dinner. Shanna was incredible. Knowledgable and on top of everything. The food was outstanding. There was a minor hiccup with the steak temperature that they handled flawlessly. I’m impressed by the service and the flavors. We’ll see y’all on our anniversary!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded on March 5, 2025
    Hauʻoli mahina ʻono! Happy Honeymoon Jonathan! We are honored that you chose to celebrate such a special occasion with us at Red Salt. It’s wonderful to hear that Shanna provided incredible service and that you enjoyed the outstanding flavors of your meal. While we regret the minor hiccup with the steak, we're glad our team was able to make it right seamlessly. We truly appreciate your kind words and can’t wait to welcome you back for your anniversary! Wishing you both a lifetime of love and happiness. Mahalo, Krista T.

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  9. Kent

    Hawaii6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 10th or 11th opportunity to dine at the Red Salt. This restaurant exceeds our expectations at every visit.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded on March 5, 2025
    Aloha Kent, Mahalo for your continued support and for sharing such a wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that we continue to exceed your expectations each time. We look forward to your next visit and the opportunity to create another memorable dining experience for you! Krista T.

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  10. HellenW VIP

    Nashville19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The BEST sushi experience ever! Incredible food! We would definitely recommend it.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 3 days ago
    Aloha Hellen, Thank you for your generous feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable sushi experience with us. Your recommendation is truly appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another exceptional meal at Red Salt! Mahalo, Krista T.

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FAQs

Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort is rated 4.5 stars by 2874 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 37 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
    (855) 747-8444
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas’ 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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