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

$31 to $50
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 51 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming

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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 second-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
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Seafood, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • 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

What 5,321 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

    Hawaii Regional Cuisine

  • 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 captivating dining experience with "delicious food", "outstanding service", and "breathtaking sunset views." Known for its "macadamia crusted mahi mahi" and "pineapple bread pudding", the restaurant provides a perfect setting for special occasions. While it can be expensive, many reviewers feel it's "worth it for a special night".

5,321 Reviews
  1. Dana

    VIP

    San Francisco

    59 reviews

    3.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant was in a nice outdoor mall. It is a beautiful building all open to the outside. It was really noisy and difficult to have a conversation. The waiter must have been busy as we did not see him much. My fish dish was highly recommended but when it was served it was lukewarm. Unfortunately it took away from the flavor. The waiter never came back to ask how our food was. My husband had the macadamia crusted mahi mahi. It was hot and tasted wonderful so we shared it. I’m sure our experience was a one off, this seemed like a great place.

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  2. Gregg

    VIP

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Service from Justine was very good and attentive. Food was so so and entree portions small. Very noisy restaurant so conversation was not easy. . Would not return.

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  3. Lee

    VIP

    Calgary

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and nice atmosphere! A little pricey but nice experience!

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  4. H S

    VIP

    Hawaii

    35 reviews

    4.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Merriman's is consistently very good, it never fails to deliver.

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  5. Marie

    VIP

    Portland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food excellent but so noisy I couldn’t hear my husband .

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  6. Molly

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    For a nice high end restaurant- I ordered a drink and salad and had both in less then ten minutes and unfortunately there then brought my entree which sat there getting cold for 15 minutes until I was ready to eat it - I felt like I was being rushed out the door as soon as I sat down and dinner was over 200 dollars - really disappointed

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  7. Ken

    Mobile

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall for the seemingly prestige of Merriman it did not live up to its hype. The portions were small for the money. We ordered the chefs special and it was not special. Our waiter was aloof and made us fell like an imposition to his day. However the support staff were friendly and superb.

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  8. Irene

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing dinner. My husband and I really enjoyed the culinary treats and Bobby, our wait person, was so friendly and professional. An outstanding experience that we highly recommend.

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  9. heroldP

    VIP

    Seattle

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire evening was absolutely great !!! The food, the service, ambiance and music were each outstanding. We made a reservation before leaving for same time same place next week. 😎

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  10. Jo

    Omaha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Front desk were not very friendly and when they called our name they took back a different party. Then we waited while they took back 3 other parties. Mai tai was not extraordinary. Food was fine. Not nearly as good as Big Island Merrimans. Will not go back.

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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 5321 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
8:30 pm
Booked 51 times today

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 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, 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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