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

Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

4.5
4.5
2892 Reviews
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 56 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • Charming
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
  • 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

  • Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Trinitas Cellars (Apr)

    $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 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 Trinitas Cellars (Apr) Photo
  • Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Koloa Rum (May)

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
    May 6, 20 | Join us for 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.
    Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Koloa Rum (May) Photo
  • Red Salt Dinner Pa’ina with Caymus (June)

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 1, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
    June 3, 17 | 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 included. 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 (June) Photo

Private dining

What 2,892 people are saying

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 delights with "outstanding service," flavorful dishes, and an inviting atmosphere. Diners rave about the expertly seasoned steak and "mouth-melting scallops." The "best sushi experience," "amazing lobster gnocchi," and diverse menu elevate it as a "must-visit" in Kauai. Service is "superb," with staff like JoJo and Noah enhancing the dining experience. Though occasionally noisy, it remains a "favorite restaurant in Poipu," perfect for special occasions.
2,892 Reviews
  1. Rondal VIP

    Nashville16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was surreal at Red Salt but the service is what made this special place soar to the top of favorites on Kauai!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Rondal, Mahalo plenty for sharing your wonderful dining experience at Red Salt! We are so thrilled to see that the food at Red Salt left such an impression on you, and we are even more excited that our service helped make your experience unforgettable. We strive to create a memorable experience for every guest, and your kind words truly mean the world to us! We can’t wait to welcome you back to our special place on Kauai soon! Kindly, Koa Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  2. Ray

    Washington DC11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, although not inexpensive. Vegetables a little underdone for our taste, but overall great experience and friendly staff.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Ray, We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and had a great experience with our friendly staff. We appreciate your comments about the vegetables, and we will certainly take that into consideration as we continue to refine our dishes. We also understand that while we strive to offer high-quality meals, we appreciate your thoughts on pricing. We hope to welcome you back to Red Salt for another wonderful visit soon! Kindly, Koa Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  3. Carol VIP

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent restaurant. Food is always the best in kauai
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Carol, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to see that you consider our food the best in Kauai—that means so much to us! We are also happy that you enjoyed the service and overall experience. We appreciate your thoughts on the ambience and value and will continue working to make every visit even better. We look forward to welcoming you back to Red Salt soon! Kindly, Koa Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  4. Bob

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Best food on the island. Unfortunately it’s very noisy and while our waitress was excellent, she had too many tables.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Bob, We are so happy to see that you loved the food and consider it the best on the island. We truly appreciate your comments about the noise and the service. While we are glad you had a great experience with your waitress, we understand that having too many tables can impact the level of attention. We will be sure to take this into consideration as we work to improve both the atmosphere and our service. We look forward to welcoming you back to Red Salt for an even better experience in the future! Mahalo kindly, Koa Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  5. Richurd

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food my wife and I have ever had on Kauai, and we have been coming since 1974.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Richurd, Thank you so much for your kind words! It truly means the world to us that you and your wife had such a wonderful dining experience at Red Salt, especially as longtime visitors to Kauai. We are honored to be a part of your memories here and look forward to welcoming you back on your future visits! Mahalo and see you again soon! Best regards, Koa Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  6. Richard

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service. Great food, Steak seasoned perfectly, temperature outstanding, Scallops melted in mouth. Drinks were original and terrific. Special occasion place. Did I say the service was great? Worth repeating.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Richard! We are so glad to hear that you had such a memorable experience with us. It is fantastic to know that our food, drinks, and especially our service made your evening even more enjoyable. Your kind words truly mean the world to us! We can’t wait to welcome you back to Red Salt for another great experience. Mahalo, Koa Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  7. Brandon VIP

    Tahoe1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Favorite restaurant in Poipu - great food and drinks. Sushi is amazing - service is top notch. Great place
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 5 days ago
    Aloha Brandon, Mahalo for your fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that we are your favorite restaurant in Poipu! It is wonderful to know you enjoyed the food, drinks, and sushi, along with our top-notch service. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience at Red Salt soon! Kindly, Ko'a Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  8. Bruce VIP

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Prompt service friendly staff. Good prepared with a flair. Delicious and fresh
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Bruce, Thank you for taking the time to rate Red Salt with 5 stars! & Mahalo for choosing us to celebrate your anniversary! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and overall dining experience. It is our pleasure to provide fresh, flavorful dishes and warm hospitality. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back to Red Salt for another special occasion! Kindly, Ko'a Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  9. Jill

    Hawaii5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent service! Maui Mahi wasn’t very good, let out server know & she stepped right up to make it right. Another option immediately & manager also came bye Refreshing ti have such great customer care!! Our server JoJo was superb! Very knowledgeable with good & wine, an accomplished Somalia! Impressed! A wonderful evening. 🌴🙌🏼
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 5 days ago
    Aloha Jill, Thank you for your thoughtful review! We are so glad to hear that our team, especially JoJo, took great care of you and made sure you had a wonderful experience. We always aim to provide excellent guest service, and we are happy we could address the Maui Mahi issue promptly. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another great meal at Red Salt! Mahalo, Ko'a Kea Food & Beverage Team

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  10. Asia VIP

    Hawaii10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great dinner experience for our family! Miranda provided amazing service — we will definitely be back again soon for more.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 5 days ago
    Aloha Asia, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are so happy to see that you and your family had a great dinner experience. Miranda will be thrilled to know she made such a positive impact. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic meal soon! Mahalo, Ko'a Kea Food & Beverage Team

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Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort is rated 4.5 stars by 2892 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 56 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
    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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