Loved our evening dinner at Merriman's. We were taken cared of as soon as I hit that reservation button. It was a birthday dinner and we were asked how they can make the evening even more special. From fresh flower leis (additional cost), personalized menus, and that birthday dessert. We were greeted by name by the hostess and immediately lead to our table. Our lovely wait staff gave champagne for the birthday person and wine for us as well. Explained the menu clearly as well as the evening's specials. The food was quite exceptional. Everything was plated beautifully and the flavors are most exquisite. It was quite a drive to the restaurant though, going through a lot of residential areas but Google Maps got us there. (Not a sponsor)
Definitely a must dining experience when in Maui. Plan ahead and get reservations early!
Wow-wee-wow what a meal. We had a wonderful dinner that left us picking out plates and asking for more. Everything from apps to deserts was fantastic. My expectations were mid, but they were blown away by the flavors, diversity of ingredients, and homogamy of Eve coming together.
The staff was nice and our server was polite and friendly. The complemtary valet was great too.
Oh, the best part, it's hella vegan friendly!
Merriman’s Kapalua is a very nice restaurant with a beautiful setting- though unfortunately it was too dark and windy tonight to really enjoy the view everyone talks about. The food, however, was fresh and flavorful across the board.
We started with the complimentary bread service and the little shot of soup- both a nice touch. The Ceviche Aguachile was one of our favorites of the night- the citrus sauce was bright and zesty, and we ended up dipping our bread in it because it was so good. The Chow Fun Noodles with Pork & Shrimp were excellent- full of flavor. The Charred Ahi Tuna was another standout- perfectly seared with that smoky charred flavor we loved. The white fish special with shrimp was tasty too, though a bit on the salty side.
Drinks were okay- we skipped the Mai Tai since it’s the same as Monkeypod (same restaurant group) and went for dirty martinis instead, but they were nothing special and definitely overpriced at $26 each.
Service was the one real miss. It took about 10–15 minutes before anyone came over to our table after we were seated, and throughout dinner, our dirty plates sat on the table for a while even as new dishes arrived. It didn’t ruin the meal, but for a restaurant at this level and price point, we expected better attention to detail.
Overall, it was a great dinner- very expensive with somewhat small portions, but the quality and flavors made it worth experiencing at least once while in Maui. We also enjoyed the little brownie to-go dessert they give you after dinner.
We snagged a last-minute reservation to grab seats at the bar. It ended up being our favorite meal on Maui by far!
My husband ordered the chef’s special, and I had the filet—both were absolutely incredible and cooked perfectly. We finished with the banana bread pudding, and for our anniversary they surprised us with a complimentary s’mores dessert, which was such a thoughtful touch.
The bartenders were friendly, attentive, and happy to answer questions and make recommendations. Between the amazing food, exceptional service, and beautiful atmosphere, this was a truly memorable dining experience.
We highly recommend making a visit if you’re on Maui! 🌺✨
We had an exceptional experience at Merriman’s! My husband brought me here to celebrate my birthday, and everything was truly memorable.
The welcome was warm, and the view was stunning. We were taken care of by Carmen, who was efficient, attentive, and very friendly throughout the evening.
The food was delicious, and overall, the experience offered great value for the price.
If you mention that you’re celebrating a special occasion, they go the extra mile: we were welcomed with a glass of prosecco, given a personalized menu, and treated to a special dessert: such a thoughtful touch.
Thank you for making my birthday so special!
