I have read a lot of the info here but none really answers my question. I need the Best Maui Restaurant with Great View preferable outside seating and has many non fish entrees. Looking to have one outstanding dinner on Maui in the Kaanapali, Lahaina, Kapalua area with outside dining, great view and there needs to be many non seafood dishes on the menu. FYI we have read Kathryn's posts. Merimans looks good but only 5 non seafood dishes and no chicken. Do they have specials? 3 out of 4 people going do not eat any type of fish. Thanks.
Merriman's is stunning for outdoor dining, especially during whale season when these magnificent creatures are active.
Lahaina Grill is a highly regarded restaurant with several non-seafood entree options, but indoors with no view. The room itself is very nice though.
Gerard's in Lahaina town is a classic French Restaurant with non-seafood options and outdoor dining on a cozy Victorian-style porch.
I hope these suggestions are helpful - wish you a nice visit to Maui!
How many dishes do you expect to order?
Hi Rog! Have you been to Maui yet?
I will say that for atmosphere, Merriman’s is way above the others mentioned here. And everything else about it is pretty special too. If you decide on another place for your “one outstanding dinner”, do visit Merriman’s Point Bar. The outdoor deck is stunning, and we very often make an early dinner of shared pupus there. If you go during happy hour you’ll be treated to some very good live music. We love the Grammy winning Peter DeAquino.
We also love Honu, as mentioned above. If you get a table along the rail the views are beautiful with the old Mala Wharf and sailboats lit by the setting sun, and honu (green sea turtles) grazing on the nearby rocks. There are some less expensive choices here too.
Pacific’O at 505 Front Street in Lahaina is another of our can’t miss favorites, with wonderful beachfront outdoor seating. The views here are outstanding. And the food and drinks are too. The produce is all from their own Upcountry O’o Farm. The Farm Fresh Cocktail of the day is always creative and delicious. The pork belly appetizer is so good! Sometimes members of our group order an appetizer as an entree, maybe with a salad, and that’s a great meal too. There is a delicious chicken, lamb and beef entree. I can’t imagine that anyone wouldn’t be happy with what they offer. Finish with their own Aina Maui Mokka coffee and a banana lumpia for dessert - heaven! They probably have the best seating for groups outdoors too.
The menus at Maui’s upper end restaurants will be refined and will not have a huge variety, because what they serve is the best they have to offer. They will have a special or two. Usually one seafood and one land based. If you really want a wider menu you’ll need to choose a more moderate restaurant. The TS group are popular and have nice views with a fun Hawaiian atmosphere- Kimo’s, Hula Grill, Leilani’s, and Dukes May offer more choices.
If you haven’t had your trip yet, I hope it’s wonderful! If you have, please let us know how it was? What did you decide for your special dinner, and how was it? Any more casual places you liked, or did not? Hope to hear from you!
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