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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
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails

Order delivery or takeout

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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Merrimanʻs Christmas Pre Fixe Dinner

    $115.00 per person

    Dec 25, 2024 only
    $115 Christmas Eve Pre Fixe Dinner 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.
  • Merrimanʻs Christmas Eve Pre Fixe Dinner

    $115.00 per person

    Dec 24, 2024 only
    $115 Christmas Eve Pre Fixe Dinner 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.
  • Merrimanʻs New Years Eve Pre Fixe Dinner

    $115.00 per person

    Dec 31, 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 5,214 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

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Best Ambiance

  • 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.

5,214 Reviews
  1. Savanna

    Denver

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Best dinner in Kauai for us, enjoyed it over the Beach House! Excellent service, great cocktails, and delicious classics with outside the box flair. Definitely will go back!

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  2. Elizabeth

    VIP

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such incredible food and service, will for sure recommend!

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  3. CarolR

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always eat at Merriman's when we are near one on any of the Hawaiian islands. This time we enjoyed an interesting papaya avocado salad and shared the Ma Kai gluten free version, consisting of a very nice thick piece of Ono and 2 large shrimp with a yummy tomato puree, mashed potatoes and green beans. It was delicious and the seafood cooked perfectly. Mai Tai's were good as usual. Not much to choose from dessert-wise for gluten free so I nibbled the ice cream while hubby enjoyed the bread pudding. Small scoop of reportedly housemate 'Tahitian vanilla' ice cream was quite tasty.

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  4. Lizzy

    Jacksonville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had dinner there for my birthday and it was awesome. Great food, drinks, staff, and views of the sunset. Highly recommend!

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  5. Mark

    Indiana

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great fun with a super friendly staff. Excellent food was a bonus!

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  6. Kaylie

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful experience at Merriman’s! We love the one on Maui, this one was definitely a different vibe, but did not fall short! The mahi mahi and the makai were absolutely incredible! We also highly recommend the biscuits and the garlic shrimp! Yum!!

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  7. Lorraine

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service! A must stop! We always get reservations here!

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  8. Ray

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was not as good as we were expecting. The crab cakes were burnt on the bottom and not packed together. The shrimp appetizer was way too spicy and the focaccia bread was burnt. The red snapper was good but very small amount the shrimp on the mi Kai plate was delicious

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  9. Ed

    VIP

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food was superb. Server was very personable. Ambiance was great. Enjoyed celebrating my birthday at our favorite restaurant on the Island.

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  10. Margie

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the live music! That and the sunset created an incredible vibe. 

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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 5214 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 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
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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