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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea, Kihei, HI

Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

4.7
4.7
10640 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:30
Booked 189 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 11:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00
  • 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 10,640 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."

10,640 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing ~ our waiter was the best of the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  2. Joey VIP

    Denver63 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed our annual dinner at Monkeypod. Great mai tais. Nice server. We will be back
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We’re so glad you enjoyed your annual dinner with us! The Mai Tais are always a hit. Looking forward to having you back next time! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  3. Stuart

    Portland49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing evening! Everything was excellent: the food, the cocktails, the service, the setting. It was by far the best meal we’ve ever had in Maui. I highly recommend Monkeypod to anyone and everyone who is spending time here. Just make your reservation well in advance.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We’re so happy to hear you had such an incredible evening with us! Thank you for the high recommendation. We can’t wait to welcome you back next time you’re in Maui Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  4. Karen

    Portland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Mai Tai never disappoints! I had the seared ahi special with the jalapeño mashed potatoes and it was amazing. Loved our server! Will come back next year of course.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We're so glad to hear you loved the seared ahi and jalapeño mashed potatoes! The Mai Tai is always a winner. Thanks for the great feedback, and we can't wait to welcome you back next year! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  5. Myro VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nick was an amazing waiter. Kept my wife’s allergies very seriously
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We’re so glad to hear that Nick took great care of you and made sure everything was safe for your wife. Thanks for sharing your experience, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  6. ErikaE

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services were great. Fun vibe. A MUST in the Wailea area.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We’re so glad you enjoyed the food, service, and vibe! Mahalo for the recommendation—hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  7. Mark

    Seattle2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was presently surprised by the service staff and the food! I thought Mama's Fish house was special, this was just as special if not more so!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We’re so happy we could surprise you in such a great way! That’s high praise comparing us to Mama’s Fish House, and we’re thrilled to have lived up to the hype. Looking forward to your next visit! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  8. PattiS

    Hawaii4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Tim was friendly and gave us good info about the food.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, Glad to hear Tim took great care of you! We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Portland1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, drink, and service. Thank you!!!!!
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed everything. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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  10. Robert VIP

    Kansas City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic fish tacos, gnocchi was extraordinary and drinks (go with the mai tai!) were the best we had on Maui. Very pleasant place, a bit away from the water. Cool vibe.
    Monkeypod Kitchen - WaileaResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha, We’re so glad you enjoyed the fish tacos, gnocchi, and Mai Tais! Mahalo for sharing your experience. We love the vibe too and are happy it made for a memorable meal. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo, Danny Uriostegui Monkeypod Kitchen Restaurant Manager

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Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea is rated 4.7 stars by 10640 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:30
Booked 189 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 11:00–16:00 Dinner Daily 16:00–22:00
  • 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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