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Dining Room  - Merriman's Kauai, Koloa, HI
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Merriman's Kauai

$31 to $50
Hawaiian Regional

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Charles Akins

From the OpenTable editors: Like its sibling restaurants, Merriman’s Kauai is a destination for elegant American dishes with hyperlocal, Hawaiian ingredients – all thanks to James Beard Award-nominated chef Peter Merriman. Grab a seat on the first-floor veranda to linger over signature dishes like a wok-charred ahi and Maui venison and shrimp kabobs. Bonus points for a stellar by-the-bottle wine list.


Philosophy

Chef-Owner Peter Merriman serves his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine in Kauai's Poipu. A pioneer in the "Farm to Table" concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods with warm Hawaiian hospitality.

Additional information

  • Description
    Chef-Owner Peter Merriman has brought his unique style of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine served in a casual yet elegant setting of Old Hawaii Plantation. A pioneer in the "Farm to Table" concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. His international menu items are prepared in a manner that highlights the natural flavors of these fresh, local foods. Located in Poipu, we feature both mauka (mountain) and makai (ocean) views as well as sunset veiws over the Kukui'ula resort. The aloha-friendly staff, with a food and beverage knowledge second to none, will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian Regional, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 16:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–20:30
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Shops at Kukuiula. Self parking available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Pau Hana Pour Wine Tasting

    US$39.00 per person

    Prepaid

    17 Mar 2025 only
    16:30
    Join us on Monday, March 17th from 4:30-6:00pm, for our Pau Hana Pour Wine Tasting, featuring Jill Matthaisson of Matthaisson Wines. Enjoy three handpicked wine pours – California Rosé, Vermentino, and Cabernet Sauvignon – all perfectly paired with light pupus. Come talk story and savor Matthaisson’s exceptional wines straight from Napa, all produced with sustainable, eco-friendly practices in mind. We look forward to sharing a wonderful, evening with you!

Offers

  • Pau Hana Pour Wine Tasting

    17 Mar 2025 only
    Join us on Monday, March 17th from 4:30-6:00pm, for our Pau Hana Pour Wine Tasting, featuring Jill Matthaisson of Matthaisson Wines. Enjoy three handpicked wine pours – California Rosé, Vermentino, and Cabernet Sauvignon – all perfectly paired with light pupus. Come talk story and savor Matthaisson’s exceptional wines straight from Napa, all produced with sustainable, eco-friendly practices in mind. We look forward to sharing a wonderful, evening with you!

What 5,343 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Hawaiian Regional

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Ambience

  • Kauai

    Best Value

  • Kauai

    Good for groups

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Hot spot

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Great for scenic views

  • Kauai

    Good for special occasions

  • Kauai

    Lively

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merriman's Kauai offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food and service" in a "casual but elegant setting." Guests rave about the "spectacular sunset views" and "impeccable service," with standout dishes like the "macadamia crusted mahi mahi" and "chocolate purse dessert." It's a "must-visit" spot on the island.
5,343 Reviews
  1. Vicki

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our experience was lovely. The restaurant windows opened to an unobstructed view of the sunset. Our wait person was pleasant and attentive. The food was the best we’ve had in Kauai.

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  2. TeresaA

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and drinks were excellent as well as the service. Will come back every time we visit

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  3. Gaye

    VIP

    Chicago

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was lovely. My mom and 2 sisters sat out on the back porch area. We had a beautiful view of the sunset. Perfect evening. Rebecca was our waitress, attentive and sociable. The food was delicious. We loved the choices. Thank you merrimans for making eating in Hawaii special.

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  4. Steve

    VIP

    Indiana

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have eaten several times at many of chef Peter's restaurants. Our first visit was in Waimea not long after he first opened. It is nice to see that with growth there has been no decrease in quality.

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  5. Elizabeth

    Cleveland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Macadamia crusted Mahi Mahi was very salty, too many nuts , not enough sauce, too little veggies overall. The cost at $49.00 did not feel equal to the value of the meal. Overall, the crab cakes were great, service great and we love Kaua’i and want to see restaurants thrive.

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  6. RichardF

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Merriman’s is a favorite of ours whenever we visit the islands. The food is always exceptional and the staff is very kind and engaging. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant!

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  7. Tim

    VIP

    Tucson

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Incredible food and drink. Superior service. But very noisy.

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  8. Douglas

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant. The food was delicious and very well prepared. Unfortunately the wine list is lacking with very few selections. Not one white burgundy on the list. The wine was extremely overpriced by the bottle. I would still recommend highly,but order cocktails.

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  9. Joan

    VIP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful dining and great food. Except the mai tai. Merrimans version is weird. They happily replaced it.

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  10. Tim

    Portland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good experience. Food was very good. Justine the server was excellent. Very personable and engaging!

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FAQs

Merriman's Kauai offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 742-8385.

Merriman's Kauai is rated 4.7 stars by 5343 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Merriman's Kauai

2829 Ala Kalanikaumaka Street #G-149, Koloa, HI 96756

Additional information

  • Description
    Chef-Owner Peter Merriman has brought his unique style of Hawaiian Regional Cuisine served in a casual yet elegant setting of Old Hawaii Plantation. A pioneer in the "Farm to Table" concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods. His international menu items are prepared in a manner that highlights the natural flavors of these fresh, local foods. Located in Poipu, we feature both mauka (mountain) and makai (ocean) views as well as sunset veiws over the Kukui'ula resort. The aloha-friendly staff, with a food and beverage knowledge second to none, will ensure that you have an extraordinary dining experience.
  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian Regional, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 16:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–20:30
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Shops at Kukuiula. Self parking available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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