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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 35 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails

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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

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (808) 742-8385
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • 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.
  • Area
    Koloa
  • Cross Street
    Poipu Road
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Shops at Kukuiula. Self parking available.
  • Public transit
    Kukuiula Store across the street.
  • Entertainment
    LIVE MUSIC: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Merrimanʻs New Years Eve Pre Fixe Dinner

    US$115.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Join us at Merriman's Kauai for our 3-course pre-fixe Holiday Dinner. The menu will be available to view early November at www.merrimanshawaii.com. We are currently accepting reservations for parties of 10 or less. We will hold your table for you 15 minutes past your reservation time, if you are running late please call ahead of your arrival. We ask that you limit your experience with us to 2 hours as a courtesy to other reservations. Should your plans change we ask that you cancel your reservation no later than 48 hours prior. Reservations canceled within 48 hours of your reservation time will be subject to a $25 per person cancelation fee.

What 5,230 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

  • Kauai

    Best Overall

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    Best Food

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    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

    Good for special occasions

  • Kauai

    Lively

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merriman's Kauai offers an "outstanding dining experience" with "excellent service" and "spectacular views" of the sunset. The menu features fresh, farm-to-table dishes, highlighted by the "macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi" and "perfectly seared ahi." With a vibrant atmosphere enhanced by live music, it's a "must-visit" in Poipu.

5,230 Reviews
  1. Michael

    VIP

    San Francisco

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, great food and good value. Excellent overal experience

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  2. Kashefa

    VIP

    Orlando

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Merriman’s delivered as always! The food and service is excellent. I’ve visited their locations on most of the islands in Hawaii and never been disappointed. They took note of my birthday celebration and added a special message in Hawaiian as well on the dessert platter. Definitely recommend it for meals if you want to dine in style!

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  3. Lauren

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere, location and view. Outstanding service and the food was incredible. We had such a good time!

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  4. Catherine

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent food and drinks. . Spectacular waiter.  This was an amazing fish dinner experience

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  5. Nicole

    VIP

    Denver

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our dinner was delicious as usual. Service was excellent, and the view was spectacular. We are fortunate to have dined at several other locations including Waikiki and Maui, and Kauai did not disappoint!

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  6. Grace

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Hostess was very rude and ruined the experience.

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  7. wael

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We have a reservation by 8:30 PM, when we went there on time , the hostess said that our table is not ready and we have to wait for 10 minute at least , we end up waiting for 20 minute before we get seated and she didn’t even apologize and she was very rude to us

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  8. Jen

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Christmas dinner! Bobby our waiter was one of the best!

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  9. Susan

    VIP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic Christmas dinner at Merriman’s. Everything was great - service, food, atmosphere. Perfect setting for a tropical Christmas dinner.

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  10. Teresa

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    55 reviews

    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful hospitality and our server River was very accommodating and friendly. Delicious food! Standouts are the spicy shrimp appetizer and gnocchi. The chateaubrian was exceptional.

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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 5230 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 35 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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.
  • Cross Street
    Poipu Road
  • Area
    Koloa
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 16:00–17:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaiian Regional, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    We are located in the Shops at Kukuiula. Self parking available.
  • Public transit
    Kukuiula Store across the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    LIVE MUSIC: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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