Where to eat Contemporary food in Kihei: The Best Restaurants and Bars

November 16, 2019 Hana Mouser

Find out what Contemporary restaurants to try in Kihei. Situated on Maui's western shore, Kihei has grown exponentially over the years and now offers an impressive selection of hotels and restaurants, catering to visitors who flock to dive, swim and sun themselves on Maui's fine white sand beaches. Home to the Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Kihei is an excellent place to spot the vast mammals. Head out on a boat charter, eco-tour, rafting trip or fairway, or rent a car and drive the coastline or to volcanoes Haleakala and Puu Kukui.
Things to do in Kihei

7. Gannon's

100 Wailea Golf Club Dr, Wailea, Maui, HI 96753-5476 American, Hawaiian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +1 808-875-8080 http://www.gannonsrestaurant.com/
Food
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 1107 reviews

Gannon's

Floor to ceiling glass doors gracefully invite shoreline vistas right to your table as you dine beneath grand ceilings lit by contemporary chandeliers. Chef Bev Gannon's newest venture offers a truly distinctive dining experience where traditional island

Reviewed By mfags

We had dinner here on our last night in Maui and were very pleased. The food, the service and the view were all quite superior. They also had live music. Ironically we learned of the restaurant while at breakfast at the Kihei cafe. We look forward to coming back soon.Mahalo nui loa for dining with us and taking the time to leave us a review, mfags. So glad you made it in to dine with us on your last night! We sure hope to have the opportunity to serve you again. Aloha!

6. Maui Chef's Table

1670 Honoapiilani Hwy, Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793-9347 Contemporary, American Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +1 808-270-0333 http://www.mauichefstable.com/?utm_source=TripAdvisor&utm_medium=MCT
Food
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Overall Ratings

4 based on 212 reviews

Maui Chef's Table

Maui Chef’s Table dives into a multi-course menu of dishes inspired by our chefs’ personal stories and told through Maui’s seasonal ingredients. High-quality ingredients paired with creative minds and innovative techniques result in a unique culinary expe

Reviewed By Spoarzy

Let me start by saying my wife and I enjoy fine dining and have ate at some of the best restaurants around the world. I would consider ourselves as what you would call “foodies”. So after looking on tripadvisor we decided to book Maui Chefs Table as it was listed as number one for all of Maui. The setting was very nice with it being open air and allowed you to mingle with other guests as well as the chefs as they prepare each item. The dish sizes are very small, one or two bites and after 6 dishes, I was still hungry. Some dishes were amazing and some just ok. It is not worth the $150 usd per person and there is better fine dining on Maui. I would rather spend less money at Lahaina Grill and leave fully satisfied by having an amazing meal. Interesting concept but far from perfect, and for $150 is should be close to perfect. Mahalo for making Maui Chef's Table a part of your vacation. While we're happy you enjoyed the venue and format of the evening, we're sorry the cuisine lacked what you were expecting. The ticket price includes all courses, gratuity, a sparkling toast, bread service, and coffee. In our mission of supporting local ingredients, the cost and portions reflect that quality. We apologize you were not fully satisfied after your dining experience. We sincerely thank you for your feedback as it allows us to improve. Aloha!

5. Gannon's

100 Wailea Golf Club Dr, Wailea, Maui, HI 96753-5476 American, Hawaiian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +1 808-875-8080 http://www.gannonsrestaurant.com/
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1107 reviews

Gannon's

Floor to ceiling glass doors gracefully invite shoreline vistas right to your table as you dine beneath grand ceilings lit by contemporary chandeliers. Chef Bev Gannon's newest venture offers a truly distinctive dining experience where traditional island

Reviewed By mfags

We had dinner here on our last night in Maui and were very pleased. The food, the service and the view were all quite superior. They also had live music. Ironically we learned of the restaurant while at breakfast at the Kihei cafe. We look forward to coming back soon.Mahalo nui loa for dining with us and taking the time to leave us a review, mfags. So glad you made it in to dine with us on your last night! We sure hope to have the opportunity to serve you again. Aloha!

4. The Mill House

1670 Honoapiilani Hwy, Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793-9347 American, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Highchairs Available, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts M [email protected] +1 808-270-0333 http://www.millhousemaui.com/?utm_source=TripAdvisor&utm_medium=MH
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4 based on 1425 reviews

The Mill House

The Mill House applies an innovative approach to fresh, local ingredients in dishes that honor the cultures of those who emigrated from Japan, China, Spain, Korea, Portugal, and other distant lands to work in Maui’s sugarcane industry a century and more a

Reviewed By sd1974

We made reservations for this restaurant before we even arrived in Maui. Reading the reviews really made us want to try Mill House. The surroundings are beautiful and the restaurant is very nice inside with a large patio. We were seated inside along the back wall. Half of the seating was a banquette and very uncomfortable. I started out there but couldn't imagine sitting there for more than a short period, so swapped to a chair. That was also uncomfortable and cramped with the person sitting next to you. We ordered cocktails the Hi Life was one. I really didn't care for it, but I usually drink wine. For starters we had the Pate, Roasted Vegetables and Bone Marrow. The Pate was tasty, but the vegetables were awful. Extremely small portion and just a blob of swiss chard and broccolini. It was not seasoned well and looked extremely unappetizing on the plate. Our companion was disappointed with the portion size of the marrow.We had fish and ribeye for our entrees. The fish was overdone and not a lot of flavor. The ribeye was tasty. When we first sat down and the waiter discovered it was our wedding anniversary he offered us a complimentary dessert, which unfortunately never was served so can't comment on dessert. At that time we had been siting for an extremely long time and I was most uncomfortable so I left the table to sit in a more comfortable chain in the reception area.While the food wasn't really bad, it was just mediocre to us. I doubt we will ever try this restaurant again.We sincerely apologize the server neglected to follow through with your complimentary dessert, as we strive to make all celebrations extra special. Coupled with the inconsistencies in your meal and uncomfortable seating arrangements, we apologize for having fallen short of your expectations. Thank you for your detailed review, as it allows us to correct our mistakes and make improvements!

3. Maui Thai Bistro

2439 S Kihei Rd #103b, Kihei, Maui, HI 96753-7283 Contemporary, Asian, Thai, Fusion Drinks, Lunch, Dinner Seating, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Reservations, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, BYOB [email protected] +1 808-874-5605 http://www.mauithaibistro.com
Food
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4 based on 611 reviews

Maui Thai Bistro

Authentic yet contemporary Thai Dining in a clean, relaxed environment.

Reviewed By mhallr

The food is bland not authentic in anyway..I have been to this restaurant many times in the past and it isn't anything like it was. !.I found the waitress clueless .I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to anyone.I am sure there are better thai restaurants on the island...

2. Gannon's

100 Wailea Golf Club Dr, Wailea, Maui, HI 96753-5476 American, Hawaiian, Contemporary Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Waterfront [email protected] +1 808-875-8080 http://www.gannonsrestaurant.com/
Food
Service
Value
Atmosphere
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1107 reviews

Gannon's

Floor to ceiling glass doors gracefully invite shoreline vistas right to your table as you dine beneath grand ceilings lit by contemporary chandeliers. Chef Bev Gannon's newest venture offers a truly distinctive dining experience where traditional island

Reviewed By mfags

We had dinner here on our last night in Maui and were very pleased. The food, the service and the view were all quite superior. They also had live music. Ironically we learned of the restaurant while at breakfast at the Kihei cafe. We look forward to coming back soon.Mahalo nui loa for dining with us and taking the time to leave us a review, mfags. So glad you made it in to dine with us on your last night! We sure hope to have the opportunity to serve you again. Aloha!

Top 10 Things to do in Kihei, United States

1. Maui Chef's Table

1670 Honoapiilani Hwy, Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793-9347 Contemporary, American Dinner Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +1 808-270-0333 http://www.mauichefstable.com/?utm_source=TripAdvisor&utm_medium=MCT
Food
Service
Value
Overall Ratings

4 based on 212 reviews

Maui Chef's Table

Maui Chef’s Table dives into a multi-course menu of dishes inspired by our chefs’ personal stories and told through Maui’s seasonal ingredients. High-quality ingredients paired with creative minds and innovative techniques result in a unique culinary expe

Reviewed By Spoarzy

Let me start by saying my wife and I enjoy fine dining and have ate at some of the best restaurants around the world. I would consider ourselves as what you would call “foodies”. So after looking on tripadvisor we decided to book Maui Chefs Table as it was listed as number one for all of Maui. The setting was very nice with it being open air and allowed you to mingle with other guests as well as the chefs as they prepare each item. The dish sizes are very small, one or two bites and after 6 dishes, I was still hungry. Some dishes were amazing and some just ok. It is not worth the $150 usd per person and there is better fine dining on Maui. I would rather spend less money at Lahaina Grill and leave fully satisfied by having an amazing meal. Interesting concept but far from perfect, and for $150 is should be close to perfect. Mahalo for making Maui Chef's Table a part of your vacation. While we're happy you enjoyed the venue and format of the evening, we're sorry the cuisine lacked what you were expecting. The ticket price includes all courses, gratuity, a sparkling toast, bread service, and coffee. In our mission of supporting local ingredients, the cost and portions reflect that quality. We apologize you were not fully satisfied after your dining experience. We sincerely thank you for your feedback as it allows us to improve. Aloha!

Top 10 restaurants in Kihei, United States

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