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Humuhumunukunukuapua’a Restaurant

3850 Wailea Alanui Dr,Grand Wailea Resort Hotel & Spa, Wailea, HI, 96753
  • (808) 875-1234
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  • Dale R.

    Humo's is at the Grand Wailea and is very convenient if you are staying here. The view is nice the service always good but the food is mediocre. As you would expect on Maui it is expensive and may be worth it at sunset.

    (3)

  • Allison K.

    This restaurant was so. much. fun. It's on stilts in a lagoon with fish and stuff underneath. The ambiance added so much I would almost forget the food. But the food was delicious too! If you're in the area, it's not to be missed.

    (5)

  • Mary Nell B.

    Beautiful view and food is awesome! Great spot and would definitely return! Our best dining experience while on Maui including Duo, which was very good.

    (5)

  • Ken M.

    Fabulous dining tonight; 10 friends & family experienced exceptional service & cuisine!! Spendy and worth every penny!

    (5)

  • Jack L.

    We were extremely tired when we checked into the Grand Wailea after our long flight. After exploring our options, we just decided to eat at Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. The hostess seated us promptly, and there was a pond right next to our table. It was fun feeding the fish with the food provided on the table. All of us ordered the butter lettuce and pear salad. It was very tasty! The lettuce was fresh, and the pear slices were a nice flavor contrast. For my main dish, I had the the beef short ribs. The dish was amazing! The beef was well marinated, juicy, and just plain good. The carrots and green beans were cooked well, and I also enjoyed the potatoes. For dessert, I had a fruit cup. It is not on the menu, but it is worth asking for. It had fresh pineapple, lichee, and mango. It was a bit pricey, but worth it. Definitely stop by here!

    (4)

  • Eric D.

    Best ambiance in Maui. On an aquarium, inside a thatched roof hut, facing the the ocean. Best sunset views in Maui. Food and service are top-notch. Love this place. I'd recommend the filet mignon or lobster tail. The desserts are incredible, especially the mud pie.

    (5)

  • Chris G.

    Awesome food and atom. Oh, and OMG... 1/2 price on the lobster if you get there before 6pm!

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    This has always been one of my favorite restaurants on Maui. Great fresh seafood, great views, and friendly staff. The happy hour deals are great, though they change occasionally, so I won't say what they are. They were better when I came last year, but it could be the day I was there. I am only giving 4 stars because they removed my favorite food item from the menu. The Ahi Traps. I asked our waiter and he said everyone was shocked, it had always been a best seller for years and one day it was gone. I was craving the ahi traps all year.

    (4)

  • Nicole K.

    This restaurant was just so so for us. When we got to the restaurant and the host instantly gave me a bad taste in my mouth. She kept searching for another reservation after she had already found mine like she wasn't going to give us our reserved spot. Next, we had used a concierge service to book this restaurant and requested a water view. We got placed quite far back in the restaurant even though we reserved some time ago. Our server was very friendly and made recommendations. They were running a buy one entree get one free deal and this was a nice surprise and the saving grace of this place. The server was sweet but busy and not able to give us amazing service. The drinks were only so so for being $19 each. The good was all fine, nothing special. Had we not had the buy one get one deal we randomly got, I would have felt this place was a total rip off. Also it feels cramped to me unfortunately and the large salt water tank gives the place a sort of odd smell. If there is a special deal, go ahead and eat here. If not, there are tons of better options very close by.

    (3)

  • Brendan L.

    Impossible to capture how great this evening's meal was. Our waiter, Justin, was great, the food was perfect (have the Hamachi or the Sesame beef to start, btw) and the view was spectacular. That our children received stuffed animal humus to end the night just sealed the deal. If we could give ten stars, we'd do it!

    (5)

  • Dominica R.

    Beautiful sunset and ambiance at the Grand Wailea Resort. I had the macadamia nut encrusted mahi mahi, which was good. I prefer Nicks at the Fairmont but Humuhumu isn't bad.. It's just I would go there just to have a drink and watch the sunset next time. There are better restaurants elsewhere for the prices.

    (3)

  • Mercedes R.

    Beautiful place to have dinner and watch the sunset. Food was good overall (although the dinner rolls they served were stale) Hamachi appetizer was cool and off the charts delicious. I could have ordered about 5 of these and called it dinner. But I was feeling indulgent and ordered lobster instead. It was good but since I don't eat lobster much, I was expecting it to be a little more orgasmic of an experience than it actually was ... Actually it wasn't orgasmic at all, but decent. I have no complaints really. The side of fried rice though was awesome. My server was attentive and patient - letting me try multiple wines before deciding on the one I wanted with my lobster.

    (4)

  • Jessica A.

    I more than enjoyed my lobster tail! It was "half off lobster hour" so I couldn't resist. And I was very happy with my decision! The filet was unbelievable also! Great ambiance! Would definitely recommend this restaurant!

    (5)

  • Ryan C.

    Poor service and mediocre food. At one and a half hoursI had received cold king Hawaiian rolls, my 4 (under cooked) micro dumplings, and my underwhelming watermelon salad...no entrees yet. Our waiter just keeps walking past the table, no refilling our drinks. This is sad to spend so much on a very subpar dining experience at a 5star hotel.

    (1)

  • Jeff C.

    Beautiful setting, having dinner in a bamboo and thatch hut over a lagoon filled with tropical fish overlooking the ocean. The sun setting through the palm trees while you sip a tropical drink out of a coconut shell. When we arrived they had lost our reservation but found a table for us right a way. The food and service were very good. Great drink menu. The bonus was the setting and view. Hard to beat.

    (4)

  • Adam B.

    Great view and good atmosphere. Half price lobster is the reason to come here. Appetizers were OK but lobster was delicious and a great deal too.

    (4)

  • Jedd J.

    Good drinks. We both had fish, which was average relative to other Maui restaurants. Expensive.

    (3)

  • Henry T.

    Great ambiance, eating in a big grass hut, great drinks, great surf + turf, get the hula pie.

    (5)

  • Jay K.

    The view and atmosphere at sunset is one of the best on the island. The menu is excellent, the food came out fast and hot. The service is good, not great, the Busboy tries to clear the table too quickly, and the portions a little small which takes a star off. Otherwise a great spot, very family friendly. The macadamia Mahi Mahi is very tasty, so was the snapper, The humu pie for desert is a dessert that's great share

    (4)

  • Samantha S.

    It is rare that you find a restaurant of amazing ambience that has the taste to match. Had a great experience last night with our waiter, Justin, and his assistant Mick. We had a great table with a view of the ocean, overlooking the lagoon where we tossed bread to the fish and watched them battle for the tasty morsels. We started with cocktails and opted for the 4 course tasting menu with wine pairings. The wine pours were very generous, starting with a Napa sauvignon blanc to pair with the first two courses - hamachi with a celery shave ice and the best scallop I have ever eaten. Even if you don't go for the tasting menu, you must order this scallop - it is life-changing. Our main courses were paired with a Pinot noir, a difficult but successful pairing as were were served both mahi mahi and lamb. Our waiter took the liberty of splitting both of these courses, so we had the fish prior to the meat, making it a 5 course dinner instead. Topped off with a delectable mud pie, our evening was one of our best this trip.

    (5)

  • Emery C.

    Very nice accommodating staff, but really expensive prices for fairly well done but overall kind of bland food and drink. Go somewhere else for cheaper, tastier and better

    (3)

  • Karen G.

    Never got to eat there. We had happy hour drinks but all the servers were busy at their luau so we couldn't have dinner even though the restaurant was empty. Ended up going to Morimoto which was great.

    (2)

  • Michella L.

    My husband and I stayed at the Grand Wailea for our honeymoon. To pronounce this restaurant it is certainly a mouthful. You need to book a reservation here as it gets very busy. We mentioned to them that it was our honeymoon and they gave us a top table that overlooked the beach during sunset. It is pricey but certainly the best dining option at Grand Wailea and the best to celebrate a special occasion here. The staff here is really friendly and professional. We definitely over-ordered food here. We each had a starter- he had the Hawaiian Ahi Tartare and I their warm brussel sprout salad which was very flavorsome and filling. My husband had some sort of bento box special they offered with raw fish. I had their vegetarian entree of the day which was a macadamia crusted tofu served with purple sweet potato mash and green beans. This dish was awesome. It was so full of flavor and not some crummy pasta option most nice restaurants have for vegetarians. We also got two additional sides- the sauteed Seasonal Wild Mushrooms and the Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes. This is an absurd amount of food that we obviously could not finish. My husbands bento box also came with a pairing of sake. This is the only thing that he did not like. Apparently it tasted off and too alcoholic. Our server-a younger gentleman- I wish I remembered his name was so friendly and helpful. Best server we experienced our entire honeymoon so we tipped very well. Since it was our honeymoon they let us pick any dessert off the menu. We got the hula-pie as recommended and it was very good and the coffee flavor was not too overpowering. They also decorated it with chocolate piping and wrote congratulations in honor of getting married. We also got a free bottle of champagne to celebrate our honeymoon (you get this voucher at the front desk upon check in if you are a guest here celebrating a honeymoon/anniversary/or something special) use your voucher here as the other dining options it wouldn't make sense to use them at because the places aren't as nice as here. Def. recommend this place if you are staying here and want to go out for a fancy meal one night just make sure you make a reservation!

    (5)

  • Hayley H.

    By far my favorite bar on the island! Get there around sun set and watch the luau procession. They light all the torches and you can see the pig being pulled out of the pit from the bar. They serve those iconic island drinks in whole coconuts, which is great. After the bar, have dinner in the grand dining room. All if the food is fresh, but save room for the hula pie because this is the place to try it.

    (5)

  • kristen n.

    We enjoyed our meal here last night. Had the lobster deal which is 50% off lobster in the first hour they are open (5:30-6:30). Lobsters were only $25 which made this a good deal. Of course, it was still a very expensive meal but I feel the ambiance and setting warranted the expense. Our service was just okay.

    (4)

  • George N.

    Can you pronounce it? No? Neither can I but dang is it good. I had a wonderful Hamachi poke with blended avacado. Next a filet mignon with a maui onion glaze absolutely wonderful. The sunset was beautiful and the wonderful atmosphere adds to the great food. A little bit pricy is my only downside but worth it definitely great for a special occasion.

    (5)

  • Carrie S.

    Definitely a hokey tourist restaurant. The food was outstanding. Our server was outstanding. But, there was an issue with the support staff. The delivered our food to the wrong table, consistently. There was a long wait for food as well. The server acknowledged and apologized (which I appreciate). Whatever you do, don't be one of those people on vacation who just want to eat what you eat at home. This place specializes in outstanding seafood. I cannot understand a person who wants to eat chicken in Hawaii. (even if you can't eat seafood, there are other options that are more Maui than chicken). It is typically a pricey restaurant, but we waited to dine here during Maui Restaurant Week, so we had a fixed menu and price. Wise choice for us!!

    (3)

  • Food T.

    R&R at the Grand this weekend - Part 2 - After Lunch at Bistro Molokini and the afternoon by the pool, we had a fantastic dinner at HumuHumu Saturday night. Loved the Menu. One of the best food on island . The 2 of us shared the Big Island Abalone Chowder and Kampachi Poke. Then the Taz Salmon and Snapper with the BEST Coconut Rice! Do yourself a favor - don't listen to the other ridiculous comments posted here....and trust me. Go and have a great time at Humu.

    (5)

  • Mark F.

    Starters: Brussels sprouts, Bacon, mush, ginger, yum. Ingredients are bs, truffle, gen pepper, rosemary, mushroom, red wine vinegar, Bacon, Entree: salmon, mustard potato salad with Bacon, bok choy, mustard, sesame seeds. It was smokin. Usually dinner at a hotel is not recommended, but go here, sit back and enjoy.

    (5)

  • Cristy R.

    You MUST save room for dessert - the Hula Pie is AMAZING. Started with the Pan Seared Diver Scallops (Crisp Coconut Rice Croquettes, Mandarin Orange Supreme's, Basil Blossoms and Grape Reduction) - DELICIOUS I thoroughly enjoyed my Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi (Tahitian Vanilla Scented Moloka'i Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple - Tamarind Sauce). Pricey, but worth every cent. Justin, our waiter, delivered an excellent meal and exceptional service to our table!

    (5)

  • Lukas Y.

    My wife and I were very excited to have our first honeymoon dinner in Maui at our hotel, especially given the acclaim that Humu has received from James Beard. However our experience was marred by our waitress Karen, who seemed to want to get us out as quick as possible. She offered NO guidance or suggestions on the menu despite the fact that we said it was our first time there...she didn't even so much as feign interest, and it was sorely apparent. The food was good but not good enough from my perspective to overcome her dismissive attitude.

    (2)

  • Jason T.

    If I had to sum up our experience here with just one word...it would be very easy: Disappointing. The food and service were both bad. The view at sunset looks like it would be amazing but we didn't eat here during that time. The fish may have been fresh but it was too difficult to tell with all of the caramelization that went on before it got to me. If you want candied fish that may or may not be fresh this is surely the place to go.

    (2)

  • Stephanie P.

    Super un-impressed and after looking at our final bill, actually kind of annoyed that we paid that much for the experience... I can see how the setting could work. The restaurant is a cluster of pagodas set in water and the water has some fish and lobster in it; it is probably beautiful at sunset. Unfortunately, the night we were there, the entire restaurant smelled like fishy water... Kind of gross and unappetizing. Husband and I shared a salad for an appetizer - it was good. And then hubby got the korean fried chicken and I ordered an abalone chowder for an entree. Food was good but not great. Korean chicken was fried chicken with some sort of spicy siracha sauce - definitely had kick and a lot of flavor. My soup was interesting - it had some curry flavor and chopped bits of apple in it too. The Humu pie that everyone on Yelp raves about is simply ice cream cake. I was unimpressed. It was $15 for ice cream cake... Add that to my husband's $20 mai tai (yes, he literally paid $20 for one mai tai) and it was a little too much for us... Total experience was OK and I would have rated it 3 stars had the restaurant been priced more moderately.

    (2)

  • Callisto B.

    Amazing lamb and beautiful views! Only weird thing was that our party got attacked by spiders. Just bad luck. everything else was just perfect. A little pricey but very nice place.

    (4)

  • Ross A.

    Fine dining is one way to describe this place. Two reasons I wanted to check this restaurant out: 1) the name 2) having an excuse to visit the Grand Wailea Hotel. Whoa, this hotel is HUGE! The restaurant itself is outdoors, but is totally covered. You are sitting above water which carries much of the sea food selection you will end up eating. The food is better than great. Such simple dishes, even dessert are friggin' mmmm good. Watching the servers run around on busy nights, you'd think they would miss you but they do a good job of getting it all done. We ended up staying hours after closing time and the workers just chilled, showing no sign of urgency or being impatient! Totally recommend this spot, if you don't mind coughing up the extra money :)

    (5)

  • roselyn d.

    great service, ambiance, decor, and food! Although the decor and set up is more family friendly than other high end restaurants, it is worth it to experience at least once, if you're in Maui. The grounds are beautiful, with koi & bonefish ponds, as well as a trail of walk ways throughout the resort. The menu is typical steak house fare, but you're more or less paying for the ambiance.

    (4)

  • Matthew J.

    The best fine dining seafood I've had on Maui. The hamachi carpacchio with smoked dashi was such a great riff on a traditional fish and the tuna tartar was a tasty version of an often tired classic. The seared scallops on local parsnip cake were stunning. I'd have them again and again. The seared tuna was delightful and I really enjoyed the foie gras dumpling. The pho type broth alone was worth the price of admission. It is one ridiculously flavorful dish that looks deceptively simple until you eat it. My wifes lamb was perfectly cooked and really satisfying for her after she hit fish overload. As others have said, the setting is beautiful. Between the ambiance, service and food it was the best meal I've had on Maui,

    (5)

  • Brooke B.

    My boyfriend and I were staying at the Marriott next store and stumbled upon this restaurant while we were walking the beach. We tried to get in without a reservation on a Saturday evening when there were tons of open tables, but the hostess abruptly informed us that they had nothing available. This was sort of annoying because there were a million tables open, but alas, we made a reservation for the next night and enjoyed some awesome (and also very large) cocktails at the bar. When we came back the next night, we had an excellent experience and a great view in the main bar area (ocean, beach, fishtank). Our server was very friendly and recommended a lot of different options. I went with the red snapper, which had an EXCELLENT curry sauce. If you like Thai food, get this dish - you will not regret it! My boyfriend had the surf and turf and was practically crying over how good the lobster was. I don't think he talked to me during the entire meal, except to say 'No, seriously, this is the best lobster I've ever had.' We also had the scallops to start, which were pretty incredible. Extra bonus - I called ahead and let the restaurant know that we would be celebrating Veteran's Day (my boyfriend is an active duty Marine). I asked if they could bring a special dessert and write something around the plate. The dessert came out at the end of the meal - it was GIGANTIC and had beautiful script around the plate thanking him for his service. It was also removed from our bill, which was very nice of them to do. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. I really really enjoyed it. It is a splurge, though. Drinks, 1 appetizer, 2 entrees, (free) dessert, tax and tip - around $270.

    (5)

  • W G.

    As you may see in the tip section,if you are taking your kids there you should really make them try the vanilla shake,Yes,I know that sounds awkward,but getting them the chocolate shake will give them the energy to stay up all night.The food was great overall-Next time we vacation in Hawaii,we are most definitely going here.

    (5)

  • Steven M.

    We went to a lot of good restaurants when we were here and spent a ton of cash. But this was a pleasant surprise. We had curb side seats looking at the 15lb coy and the sunset thru the palms. They sold me on the view, but had me with the food. I got the Hapu that came with small potatos and greens. I also wanted to try the au gratin. The fish melted in my mouth. The au tots were delicious as was the whole meal. Score! The cosmos were on the money. I did not get a chance to go back as there were so many choices. But this place is a winner!

    (5)

  • Angela D.

    This place was fantastic!! Amazing view of the sunset!!! We had the scallops and short ribs!! Both were excellent!

    (4)

  • Amy T.

    First dinner on Maui & Humu Humu was a great choice. Our server was very attentive & excellent all around. All of his recommendations on the food were dead-on. I had Mahi Mahi & it was perfectly prepared. The salad that our server recommended we share was plenty for two. Humu Humu is pricey but it has excellent views and is worth the splurge!

    (4)

  • Natasha D.

    Wow, I usually think restaurant ratings are basically accurate, but Humu's rating (excuse the abbreviation, but I'm not typing that name out!) isn't reflective of how great it is. My family and I ate here last night and were so pleasantly surprised by this gorgeous restaurant. After eating basically nothing but Asian food since our arrival on the island (unfortunately, my family rarely ventures out of this food genre), we were all finally sick of sushi and fusion and teppan. We had a Grand Wailea member discount at Humu, so I called them up and made a reservation. They offered me either a 5:45 or 8:30 seating...ick. We decided on 5:45, which wound up being perfect - we had spectacular sunset views throughout the meal. Our waiter, Justin, had the best recommendations, such as the scallop appetizer, which was perfect, albeit a bit small to share. My mom and I both ordered the crab-crusted sea bass, my dad got the Kobe beef short ribs, and my brother opted for the filet mignon. The sea bass was perfectly seasoned and very good. It came with a side salad drizzled with truffle oil (I'm the biggest fan of truffle oil) so I was a very happy camper. I sampled my dad's Kobe beef short ribs, which were perfection - so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely order that next time. For dessert, Justin recommended the Hula pie (another great choice) and brought complimentary chocolate-covered coconut macaroons while we watched the computer-desktop sunset and fed the saltwater carp, swimming in the lagoon directly below us. Overall, it was a great experience - fantastic service and food. Loved it!

    (5)

  • Brennan H.

    In my opinion: perhaps the worst resort restaurant I have ever dined at. I wish I was over-exaggerating. It was my parents 25th wedding anniversary so my family (5 adults and 2 children) decided to have a nice sit down dinner to celebrate their marriage. The setting was beautiful and the scenery was divine however the service and the food was TERRIBLE! Our reservation was at 730 and we didn't even get our food until 9 o clock! Once we got the food we were extremely disappointed. The fish was bland and lacked flavor and the waiter came over a grand total of 3 times. For how much money this place costs I would expect the fish to be fresh and flavorful and service to be exquisite. They made no effort in making this dinner memorable. Once dinner was finally over (around 10 o clock) we made our way back up to our hotel room. The next day most of us were hit with food poisoning where we spent most of our last day in the bathroom vomiting excessively. The Good: Beautiful views of the ocean and the grounds Beautiful decor The Bad: Horrible Service Poor food quality Insanely expensive Do yourself a favor and go to the MokeyPod around the corner. It is so much cheaper and the fish is INCREDIBLE!

    (1)

  • James C.

    WAY overpriced at 100 dollars per person. For starters, we had the abalone chowder and the Kampachi Poke. The chowder flavor with bacon was good but the abalone was tough like beef jerky and flavorless. The Kampachi was the best thing we had tonight, outstanding flavor and the salsa like sauce on the bottom was great. For the entrees, I had the macadamia crusted mahi mahi and my wife had the Crispy Hawaiian Snapper. My fish was overcooked and the outside was dry. Jenny's fish was ok but the pineapple rice bed had partially cooked soybeans in there like a frozen pack would. We split the home made sorbet medley for dessert with lychee, mango and passion fruit favors, just ok. Jenny was excited about trying this place on our stay and i said prior we could eat there every night if she wanted to. I asked her after the meal and she said "been there, done that, check." We aren't going back.

    (2)

  • Ja J.

    Between the terrible service and mediocre food, I don't know how this place gets good reviews. The prices are high, so one expects exceptional food but we were disappointed. Our waitress was terrible, she sounded bored, she was a little nasty and not very accommodating. She disappeared like 5 times. I wouldn't go back or recommend this restaurant to anyone. Do yourself a favor, skip this place and goto Mama's Fish House instead.

    (2)

  • Mary E M.

    We had dinner here last night.We were a little early,so things were a tad slow.Our tropical drinks were quite tasty,but as we were settling in we noticed an odd smell. The theme being ponds added a not desirable side effect. The whole restaurant smells like an aquarium that needs to be cleaned! Our service was slow.we were sat by a step down,and some poor gentleman missed the step and fell into our table! He was O.K.,but no staff came to check on him! I loved the view,the food was O.K.,I don't think that I would return.

    (2)

  • Chloe F.

    I mean, the food wasn't terrible but it wasn't exactly good either. Two stars because the waiter was kind. The coconut rice was overpriced and gross. The Foie gras dumplings were too oily. Service was extremely slow. I wouldn't return. You are not getting quality here. Not to mention the place is extremely overpriced.

    (2)

  • Keith P.

    Let's get the negative out of the way...we went here for our wedding reception dinner. We wanted to bring in our wedding cake so that we could celebrate, but they wouldn't let us. Needless to say, we were disappointed. OK - that being said, food was phenomenal! I had the lambchops, perfectly cooked over tomato ratatouille. If the restaurant wasn't so nice, I would have eaten them with my bare hands and licked bones clean! My wife had the filet - no complaints. Expensive, but worth every penny. Good service - good atmosphere - good memories. We even got a complimentary dessert for it being our wedding night! HumuHumu redeemed themselves!!

    (4)

  • Omeletteuknow O.

    After a very long day of travel, we checked in and wandered around the resort stumbling upon this place planning to have a seat at the bar for a drink and an appetizer. No seats available at the bar but we were able to get a small table next to it. It was really pretty with fish swimming by, the gentle breezes and a beautiful sunset. The service was extremely slow but we were taking it all in and didn't mind too much. We also didn't stay very long since we were casually dressed and noticed people starting to come in for dinner. Our Server was extremely nice and welcoming. She also advised us happy hour was soon over if we wanted to take advantage of it. Our appetizers were delicious and we enjoyed our beverages. Overall it was a very nice experience and we considered going back another night for dinner but didn't get the chance. Others from our group had dinner there and said it was very good.

    (4)

  • Corey B.

    Portion size was small. But every bite was great and the view was amazing. The pupu platter was delicious but only about 4 bites. Although the portions were small the food is great and it's a must try.

    (4)

  • Judy G.

    We ordered the signature scallop appetizer and abalone soup. Each was priced at $18. They both lacked flavor and originality. For entrees, we ordered crispy snapper $43 and surf and turf $64. The quality of the food was good, but the dishes were bland and lacked flavor. The best part of the meal was the ice cream hula pie $15. Restaurant was overpriced. Service was adequate but not memorable or personable. Alan Wong's Amasia restaurant on property was a much better choice and better value.

    (3)

  • Cameron N.

    My wife and I visited Humuhumu while staying at the Grand Wailea in early August. Overall, I thought it was a great meal and a nice restaurant. The selections were a little more limited than I had anticipated but the prices were also less expensive than I had expected. Don't get me wrong, it's not cheap, but it wasn't crazy given its reputation either. Every single entree was $28-$48 except for the lobster and surf and turf which were closer to $60. We started with the diver scallops and the corn bisque which were excellent. In addition, we both ordered fish. I had the Sea bass; the 3-Peppercorn Au Poivre Sauce was incredibly tasty. My wife had the Mahi Mahi. Although flaky and moist we felt her plate lacked a little bit of luster. The server was attentive and friendly. I was a little upset with our table location which was not beach/water facing. We had called ahead and let them know it was a special occasion but still got shafted. What's the point in eating there if not for the view of the sunset? However, they did provide us with a free dessert, the Humu Hula Pie. Wow! Not only was it enormous but it was incredibly delectible. If you go for dinner this won't disappoint. Anyway, I think I would scrap reservations next time and simply go to the bar area to get better seating. Alternatively you could eat at Amasia which is also on the Grand Wailea property. However, your view of the sunset from Amasia is obstructed so Humuhumu is the better choice from this perspective. In response to other posts we didn't notice any strange smells. It was perfectly normal and the carp in the water swimming around the restaurant were actually entertaining at times.

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    We were staying at the Grand Wailea when we ate here (multiple times), and it is always delicious. On my most recent visit, I was capitvated by the ambiance. You are sitting in the middle of a lagoon with fish swimming underneath, in an open-air environment. In February, it was absolutely perfect. I started my meal with a butter lettuce salad, which had pears, crumbles of Cabot white cheddar, and candied macadamia nuts. To finish it off, a whole grain mustard vinaigrette gently coated the leaves. It was AMAZING, and I am trying to recreate it at home because I loved it so much. I also had the scallops, which were lovely, and we shared the carpaccio of Japanese Himachi, which was really tasty and just so clever in the way it was presented with celery ginger ice on it. If you're staying at the resort or looking for a nice night out, this is a great place. The resort itself is amazing, and you will definitely enjoy the food.

    (5)

  • Scott C.

    Awful smelly place. So bad that we sat down and instantly got back up and walked out. For an expensive restaurant with spectacular views the smell is so bad that it makes you want to throw up. Plus the hostess stand was so distracted and rude made me want to write this review. We heard that they will be closing this place soon to build more rooms. My guess is that they don't know how to control the horrible poopy fishy smell so they will just tear it down instead.

    (1)

  • Jennifer Y.

    Although the food was quite good (Mac nut ahi, lamb, hamachi poke, and abalone chowder), the service and ambiance was below average. There are so many good well-rounded places in Maui that it's a pity that we wasted our time, money, and stomach real estate here. Sunset view was beautiful, that is, if you were seated at a table that had a view.

    (3)

  • Gary E.

    Went to the restaurant week in Wailea and had the $49 salmon dinner. A rip off. The salad was small but the salmon was the size of a small fish stick. You would get a larger dinner if you skipped the special with is included desert and ordered the regular dinner and salad.

    (3)

  • Brittany L.

    This was amazing! My husband got the fillet and I got the snapper, which we both split . Steak was cooked perfect, fish was seared and crispy ( exactly how I like it) I absolutely loved the fried rice that came with the snapper ... It was so different and had salty, sweet, and savory elements to it! They also gave us a free bottle of champagne and an amazing mud pie dessert for our honeymoon that's was absolutely delicious . :) I highly recommend this place. Can't forget the amazing setting overlooking the water with beautiful fish swimming around you.

    (5)

  • Megan C.

    View - amazing. Food - amazing. Service - amazing. Absolutely lovedddddddddddd this place. We went at sunset for dinner, and the scenery is just gorgeous. We started out with Lava Flows to drink, which must be God's gift to man. They are a combo of strawberries, cream, coconut, and rum.... drooooool. As for food, we picked our own tropical lobster out of the lagoon. Other than being slightly traumatized by the notion that I was stealing him away from his family and eating him mere minutes later, I really enjoyed the meal. Our wine was phenomenal. We ordered a Louis Martini Cab (I think) that was about $40 but tasted like a MUCH more expensive bottle of wine. In fact, we asked our waitress if she had brought us the more expensive Louis Martini bottle because we couldn't believe how great it was for that price range. We ended with the hula pie and Kona coffee drinks and loved every minute of it. We were there for several hours and never felt rushed. Also, the whole place is on top of a lagoon with fish swimming in it. The manager seemed to notice that I was loving looking at the fish, and brought me fish food to toss in! So fun!

    (5)

  • Eric W.

    Humuhumu does a good job of making you feel like you are not in a mega resort's megarestaurant, which, of course, is exactly where you are. The restaurant is compartmentalized and built over water so each dining area feels like its own little eatery. We didn't realize how big it was until our son asked where the rest room was and was given directions that clearly would not be doable after a mai tai. We dined in the section that also included the bar and our table, like most tables, was on the water. Our kids were provided with fish food to feed the fish hovering by waiting for a handout. The atmosphere is fun and I'm sure Trader Vic himself would approve of the setting. Our waiter was fun and engaging, especially with our kids, something our 14-year-old daughter in particular seemed to appreciate. The first step in your meal is the sales pitch for the $58/pound local lobster. Our waiter showed up with a live spiny lobster and proceeded to tell us about our potential platemate while it tried to wriggle free. Spiny lobsters don't have claws so this was not as much of a stunt as one might think. The truly entertaining part was the woman seated at the bar behind our waiter. Our waiter kept backing up with the lobster and she kept looking in horror as if the beast was about to end up in her lap. Our kids opted for the chicken fingers, which were, well, chicken fingers. We opted for the signature dish, ahi with yellow curry sauce. The fish was excellent and we were glad we added a side of bok choy. Still, the curry sauce on top was amazing similar, if not exactly the same, as the bottled yellow curry sauce I buy from Trader Joe's. If was a good dinner, but one I could easily replicate at home with a little help from Trader Joe. If you are staying at the Grand (crowds of) Wailea, then I would recommend this restaurant, especially if you have kids in tow. It's a Hawaiian experience. It's more about the setting than it is about the food and that's just fine. Just don't sit at the bar if you have a phobia about lobsters.

    (3)

  • Patrick L.

    The restaurant is very nice. I did not order many dishes because my main goal was to enjoy the great view i had and my company. I was able to get a complimentary $40 dollar off and two discounted drinks from the bell desk. Already sounds like a great Deal. I ordered the scallops and they were so good, very fresh. Had a really good sweet sauce. As for entree wise, i shared the beef which was cooked for 5 hours and that was really good. it literally melts in your mouth. Overall i felt the environment could not be beat, i had great service, and with the discounts i was able to get, dinner was unbelievable!

    (5)

  • Dan L.

    Been here twice and would go every singe trip out to Hawaii. Even if it's raining, it's a great outdoor restaurant and they really deliver on the food. It's pricey for sure, but you can get over it quickly when your taste buds are jumping for joy over diver scallops or Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi. Say yes to yourself when you see the side of roasted garlic mashed potatoes.

    (5)

  • Maral E.

    We had such an amazing experience here. Our bartenders Big Mike & Max were nice & knowledgeable of the menu and made us great recommendations our waiter Justin was very attentive and our food was amazing. We had the sampler for app arrugula salad and snapper & oppa for our main course. Ofcourse the Hula pie sent us over the top with our taste buds.

    (5)

  • Darren D.

    We stayed at the Marriott Wailea and ate at most of the restaurants in the area. This restaurant was close by and had fairly decent reviews so I thought we should try it out. We ordered the Prawns as an appetizer, my wife had one of the salads. I had the snapper and my wife the filet, then we had the hula pie for dessert. Here's the summary,snapper was very good, wife's filet excellent, perfectly cooked and with a very nice sauce, as good as Ruth's Chris. My wife's salad was also very good and tropical and the hula pie was right up there with Dukes and Lelanis. So the reason I had to give it 3 stars were the prawns. Don't order them, you'll feel ripped off and "disgruntled" like me! The prawns were $17 and you only get 3 little ones. I thought something was missing when we got the order. They come with the heads attached but they can take them off beforehand if you want which is what we did. After receiving the dish we figured they probably keep the heads on to make it look bigger. The truth is, disgruntled me should have just sent it back after looking at it, but instead I was dumb enough to eat them and complain about it now, but since I paid for them I feel that's at least what I should get for $5.66 per prawn. The service was decent but no where near as good as Duo or Nicks. All in all if we didn't have the prawns I would've given this 4 stars because this really was a nice meal except for that.

    (3)

  • Lemuria C.

    The butter fish was excellent! It was very succulent and tender. It practically melted in my mouth. The restaurant is in several huts over the water. The views are very pretty. It's a nice place to watch the sunset. And as a guest of the hotel I received a $40 credit towards my meal :-)

    (4)

  • Renato S.

    Although this was a nice restaurant with good service and a great atmosphere, the food just wasn't to par with the price. My spicey chicken was good, but again it was just deep fried with hot sauce over white rice. Check out if interested in the dining atmosphere but the price is wrong.

    (3)

  • Karen F.

    Humu ROCKS - the decor, service and food are all top-notch (and it is resort-priced accordingly. We had madacamia nut & butter crusted Ono - and could pick the fish we wanted out of large, clean, gorgeous tanks. Great for kids, great for families, great for couples, weddings and parties. I just LOVED it here and can't wait to go back. (And I was here YEARS ago.) Oh - and a full bar with delicious cocktails (and not just the touristy kind).

    (5)

  • G S.

    Waiter Pete was awesome. He reminded me of Robin Williams . Surf n turf was great sunset was equally wonderful

    (4)

  • Betsy C.

    We've stayed at the Grand Wailea for a few years now, but this is the first time we tried Humuhumu. Thank goodness we didn't bother the last couple of years, because we were less than impressed. I would only give a 5 star to the professional and friendly staff that answered our questions and catered to our special requests with a smile. Other than that, the food and the drinks were really overpriced for the quality and taste. 5-hour braised wagyu-kobe beef short rib was seriously way too salty, the crab-crusted seabass and side dish were equally salty. no one on our table finished their food. We wondered all night why there were so many positive Yelp reviews. Grand Wailea should really consider improving their onsite restaurants.

    (2)

  • LJ D.

    Did not meet expectations for the advertisements that were posted around the hotel. Had the Hawaiian snapper and it was fair. Son had short ribs which were good. Service was slow but they did make honey mustard by special request. I agree with the reviews on yelp. 3.5 stars is adequate. Just spent a decent amount of money on dinner and completely I satisfied. Strong drinks though which is a good thing.

    (3)

  • Michon P.

    The next couple of reviews of Ruth Chris, Longhi's, Aloha Mixed Plates and Humuhumunukunukuapa are made possible by the Pinnix family annual vacation to Maui, Hawaii. I conferred with my family for all restaurants ratings and even began subjecting them to taking pictures of the food for the yelpers. This story begins sadly, but ends on a great note. We made reservations at the restaurant looking forward to the fixed restaurant week. Unfortunately, they were having some special wine pairing and weren't participating on this night. We were disappointed and decided to leave. However, my mom wanted to express her disappoint to the manager. We were pleasantly surprised when the manager offered us a local special (2 for 1) entree special and stayed. This worked out even better for us. We started out with the spider roll. It was supposed to be 8-pieces, but came out as six. When questioned, both the server and our waitress said that is was because the roll was so thick. Huh? Kinda false advertising. The spider roll was tasty, but I've had better at some sushi restaurants stateside. The crab tasted like it was fried too long. For dinner, we had a variety of entrees ranging from the kulai lau'ai salad, kobe short ribs, sashimi, sea-bass with crab cake and miso-sake alaskan butterfish in increasing order of yummy. Where the appetizer lacked luster, the main courses more than compensated (hence the 4-stars). All of these dishes were superb! My personal favorite was the butterfish. We didn't try the dessert because we were completely stuffed. Overall recommendation: Although the night started off awkward with the surprise "no restaurant week menu", the acting manager saved our last night in Hawaii. The ambiance overlooking the fish pond and fire dancing act was also fantastic. Coupled with the main courses, service and ambiance...this is a must try if you're staying on Maui.

    (4)

  • Ashley W.

    The atmosphere was great. Very romantic night for my boyfriend and I. The service was excellent. I had the chef's daily vegetarian option which was great. My boyfriend had the lobster and steak- he loved the steak. The Hula Pie is a must!

    (4)

  • Cat H.

    Absolute saints for putting up with 17 of us, half of which are unruly children. That being said, I enjoyed the poke, the mahi mahi and devouring my friend's short ribs. I'm definitely a fan. Ambiance: intimate, tropical beneath the thatched roofs and cool dining in the open air above the lagoon.

    (4)

  • Lauren T.

    This place ruined my birthday. My new fiancé and I made reservations originally at 7 but called and asked the best time to come. The receptionist said 530( for the sunset). We showed up early (510)to get the romantic table sticking out like the concierge said to do. However when they showed up they said they could give it to us but we would be taking it away from a surprise purposal. Seriously... bad karma written all over that. We told her we would be happy to take a different table as long as it was secluded and romantic. Literally 5 minutes after ordering a 100 dollar bottle of wine they sit a baby right next to us. Little did we know 15 minutes into our 350 dollar dinner they would sit a serious of families. My entire birthday dinner was baby cries and screams. Best birth control ever. However this was not the night I was looking for. Do NOT come here if you are looking for a romantic night out... And if you do, make sure it is past the tired babies witching hour. Also the food is not that good. WAY too salty. The only thing I appreciated was the steamed spine lobster. The butterfish was soake in soy and the catch of the day ceviche was drenched in a cream coconut sauce completely overpowering the fish, it made me feel like they were masking old fish.

    (1)

  • Alice B.

    The best thing about this place is the sunset views with an early dinner. It's best to request a table with a water view so you can see the sunset. The food was great, and comparable to Mama's Fish House, but fortunately not quite as pricey. The menu was also more extensive with better selections. The live lobsters are kept in a "lagoon" in the middle of the restaurant. You can watch them reel in the wooden crate and select which one you want, if that isn't too creepy for you to see your food live before you eat it. And they are half off a pound during the first hour of dinner. Again, the food was great, but then again not the best I've ever had. Their desserts were awesome, especially the Hula Pie recommended by our waitress. Parking is validated at the Grand Wailea if you eat here, otherwise it's just a quick walk.

    (4)

  • Andrew C.

    Rack of lamb and salmon was amazing! Server was awesome!

    (5)

  • Gus H.

    Way overpriced for the food quality and service. Great location, view, and ambiance. Portions small and my snapper was way overdone and dry. Do yourself a favor and make the drive to Mama's Fish House if you are going to spend the money.

    (2)

  • Shannon C.

    If you're going to splurge, splurge here. I can't believe this place has 3.5 stars right now! I wonder if some are older or something because my dad said he didn't remember it being as good last time (a few years back) but all four of us agreed it was our best meal on Maui. The view is amazing - we lucked out and sat down right at sunset. Some of our best vacay pics are from our table lol. I had the ribs and bf had crusted mahi mahi. Both were SO good. I didn't care for my dad's sea bass but he really liked it so maybe I'm not a sea bass person. Service was great and the mgr made rounds at least 2x to check on patrons. We loved the thatched huts and the fish swimming under us (though thought it was sort of macabre later, since we were eating their buddies....) only thing lacking was dessert, which was just "Eh." five stars all the way for humu!!!!

    (5)

  • Jacob P.

    We had an amazing experience here. Be sure to book your reservation at 5:30 (around sunset, or at least 45 minutes before sunset) and show up at 5:15 and ask for a seat near the water by the bar. It has wonderful views, great service and delicious drinks. The food was great, a bit pricey but was worth the money. We got to watch the whole sunset while we ate. This would also be a nice place to grab a drink at the bar during sunset if you have a reservation later in the evening, there was a group with drinks by the bar watching the sun go down while we ate.

    (5)

  • Farah F.

    Can't say enough about this place. While staying at the Grand Wailea we treated ourselves to dinner at the hard to say humuhumukunukuapua restaurant. We just call it humu kumu pow. Service was great! Food was incredible. We both got the surf and turf. The lobster was perfect, the steak was the best we have ever had! The ambiance of this place was pure Hawaiian delight. Even though this place is within a hotel....It felt like pure Hawaii. Tiki;s were light, Hawaiian music playing, sunset over the water views! One of the best...if not the best dining experience we've ever had. Don't miss a visit here!

    (5)

  • Bear S.

    Of course you're going to like it here. If you're staying at the Grand Wailea you'll enjoy this meal. They have a limited menu but it includes many local fish dishes along with a good filet from local beef. The servers are friendly. It does take awhile to get your food so plan on just relaxing. Everything is tasty, but there is not huge amounts of food and it's of course pricey. My biggest critique is not enough good appetizers. The view and the atmosphere is almost worth it alone.

    (4)

  • Bill M.

    We visited the restaurant on August 23,2014.The view was beautiful and we were looking forward to a nice dinner. We ordered a glass of Cakebread Chardonnay and our waitress (I think her name was Karen) presented us with an impostor. We are BIG fans of Cakebread and know the wine very well. After I questioned her about the wine she told me that she saw the bartender pour Cakebread and that I was wrong. I asked her if she could bring the bottle over that the bartender poured so that I could see for myself. When she did I asked her to pour a glass so we could compare. You could see the differance between the 2 immediately. I asked the manager to come over and he agreed that my original wine was not Cakebread but did nothing to make the situation correct. VERY DISAPPOINTED that this type of restaurant would stoop to these low level tactics. I would not even rate this restaurant after this experience. When the restaurant tries to scam you they should have there own rating - A BIG FAT ZERO.

    (1)

  • Ryan R.

    This place was not worth the hype. Nice views but with prices like this I expected the food to be fabulous. Amazing. Different... And it wasn't. First off ordered the kiowai... Too much alcohol. Secondly, the pupu platter: seared ahi was excellent, scallops was interesting but just ok and lacked some more flavor, dumplings was good and fresh, ribs was different and amazing. But for 48$ for two people, this was not just worth it. You only get 1 small piece of all these 4 foods for each person. Not worth it. Then comes the entree. We order the crusted salmon. Excellent, fresh, but not worth 36$... I can make something like this at home... Seriously. The other entree was the Korean fried chicken. If you are Filipino, it taste like max's chicken with hot sauce.Its very good and I love it but not with the price of $31. Back in SF you can get twice the chicken for less than 20$ and seriously taste the same. We didn't bother ordering for dessert.

    (2)

  • N N.

    We hosted a large dinner here and yes, most of our guests were satisfied. But the vegetarians were served a soft unseasoned slab of tofu with some raw macadamia nut sauce stuck to the top. The plate sure was 'pretty', but I doubt anyone tasted this before putting it on the menu. If they did, shame on them - it means they just didnt care. At $100 a meal, they should have cared. I do realize that vegetarian food is not a specialty here, but really, if you cant develop one dish that is well thought out, flavorful, and satisfiying without relying on a great slab of meat, you shouldn't be called a chef. Service was ok but rushed.

    (2)

  • Molly P.

    Boyfriend got sick from the sea bass he ordered and I had sashimi, as long as the fish is fresh thats hard to screw up. Also there is no cooking involved so I really don't know. What I do know it is overpriced and you are mostly paying for the convenience of having it there at the hotel. You have to make reservations too.

    (2)

  • Jimmy F.

    There is a lot of mixed reviews but my wife and I had a good experience. Service was good (4 stars) as our waiter was friendly and accommodating on a usually busy night. This was also during a time when there were several large corporate events going on at the hotel. We called a day earlier and let them know it was an anniversary dinner and was luckily able to get a seat near the water. We made is just in time to order and enjoy the sunset over appetizers. Food was very tasty and came out reasonably quick. Seared scallops for me and a rib-eye steak for my wife. Appeitzer was some ono crab crakes which were okay sized. We also enjoyed two glasses of Cabernet. Yes, this place is mainly for the ambiance and the food is pricier than your normal restaurant. However, for special occasions to remember, the food was delicious, the service great and the view was picturesque.

    (4)

  • Ali Z.

    Was staying at the Grand Wailea and had planned reservations ahead of time here. I got a reservation right before sunset and requested a table with a good view and was granted a table with sunset views over the water. At check-in, I was given a coupon for 2 free drinks (of any kind) at HumuHumu. I also got a coupon for 1000 Hilton HHonors points if I spend $50 or more. I also got a coupon for $40 off. A cocktail starts at $14, so two free cocktails is a good deal. We had a Strawberry Volcano cocktail and a Pina Colada in a huge Coconut shell cocktail. The provide bread to start. For dinner, I had the Crispy Hawaiian Snapper which was amazing, especially the coconut rice. My wife had the Opah, but they had run out, so they were substituting a local fish, whose name was incredibly hard to pronounce. The server said he felt the dish was better with the substitute fish than with the Opah, so she tried that. It was really really good. I had mentioned while making my reservation that we were celebrating our honeymoon and they provided us their signature dessert, which is huge and expensive. Its the Humu Hula Pie. This dessert is huge. Between me and my wife, we couldn't finish it and I like to think I can eat a lot. It was really good dessert too. The entrees, service, view and dessert here alone were great. The fact that I got $40 off (one entree), two cocktails, and free dessert made it even more worth it. For all we ate and got, I only paid around $44. This at the 5-Star Grand Wailea at their Signature Restaurant. Can't complain about anything here.

    (5)

  • Emmy D.

    Humu-humu-nuku-nuku-apua-a...... Say it again....Humu-humu-nuku-nuku-apua-a. I just love saying this Hawaiian word. This word is the name of Hawaii's state fish. This is a must restaurant to go to in Maui. We stayed at the Grand Wailea and ate at this restaurant on our last night June 5th. It is over a lagoon with a great view of the beach. Its a must to make your reservations 30 minutes to an hour before the sunsets. The view is beautiful. The best place to sit is in a private section where you walk a little path way and has an obstructive view of the beach. This area fits 2 to 6/8 people. You may have to book this section months advance. Also once you enter and are taken to your seat, you will pass by an area where lobsters are kept in salt water lagoon and you can hand pick your own lobster. You pull up a rope and bring up the lobsters and choose the one you want prepared by the chef. Now to the food. If you must order something from the PUPUS/Appetizer section, My hubby and I started off with the humuhumunukunukuPUPU Pu'ai $19/per person. It's a great way to sample everything. It comes with Ahi Traps(Yellow fin tuna stued in lemongrass and tempura fried); Traditional Ahi Poke; Tiger Prawns and lemongrass pork ribs. This little platter was awesome! Everything tasted so good and enjoyed every bite. For our entree I ordered the Miso-Sake Alaskan butterfish/$34. They almost ran out of this and was lucky they save the last one for me! The butterfish was cooked with Maui onion, yuzu- shoyu, braise Japanese vegetables, buttery bok choy. I love butterfish, and the fish was very delicate melt in you mouth. The sides was okay, but went with the Asian flavors. My hubby had the 5- hour waygu - Kobe beef short ribs/$32. It comes with potato gratin, crisp kim chee nashi pears. I couldn't help but stick my fork in my hubby's food for a sample. It was very tender. We washed this all down with a complimentary bottle of champagne we received when we checked in as we were somewhat celebrating our anniversary a month early on this trip. Your probabily wondering what's for dessert....we were so stuffed we just could not eat anymore. could of been the appetizer and the bottle of champagne that got us to this stage. The service was excellent and the waitress was very attentive. Now try saying the name of this restaurant again.................humu-humu-nuku-nukuapua-a!

    (4)

  • Elizabeth M.

    Apparently my family's experience at this establishment was a bit different from the others. We arrived, without reservations, extremely cranky from a bizillion hour flight at this restaurant because it's on the hotel's property, and we predictably had no plans set up. I came up first to the hostess: Me: "Hi, can you take seven, wait, eight people?" H: "Do you have a reservation?" Me: "None whatsoever, I've heard great things about this place." H: "What?" Me: "I'm saying I haven't any reservations." Silence... slight smile H: "Eight people? Are you celebrating something?" Me: "No, but we drink a lot... so it may look like it. Fair warning." Silence H: "You know what, we can put you in the island cabana." Anyways, the circular island-cabana table is AWESOME. I think it's the one in the pictures on the website. Ridiculous views of the sunset plus extra-creepily-beautiful weather plus alcohol quickly made everyone extraordinarily happy. We had at least three different waiters assigned to us, with the head waitress being fairly no-nonsense-y, not the saccharine attitude you're used to encountering. I liked her; especially because she wasn't afraid to offer suggestions. I got the sashimi platter. It was blow away fish quality. So freaking fresh I think they might of just killed the fish. I know I shared a lava-eruption dessert with someone, but I was pretty heavily crunk by that point. Bottom Line, Fish here is amazing, especially the raw varieties. The catch-your-own-crabs were good, and the drinks fruity. View is incredible. Bring the platinum card.

    (5)

  • Phil C.

    Great location, design and layout. Service was good but food was mixed. Definitely pricey. The Poisson Cru of Chef's Daily catch was great. The Cast Iron Blackened Tasmanian Salmon was as well. However, the Kula Lau'ai was just ok. The same can be said for the Pan Seared Diver Scallops.

    (4)

  • Ping P.

    Mediocre food. (although it is expensive) Great atmosphere. (Tiki style with a lovely ambience) Mediocre diner style service. (strangely stilted and slow - not in a relaxing good way - in an irritating disappearing act way) Maitre D' could use some training on people skills and professionalism (Make eye contact, act welcoming, smile, wear a uniform that fits and isn't safety pinned with a big old diaper pin at the arm pit) meh... the only reason this was palatable is we had a coupon for a free bottle of champagne and a $40 cert. Not being very hungry we opted for two entrees - so our bill only came to about $45. Which was about right considering the mediocre food and experience.

    (2)

  • Mrs. W.

    4 solid stars. First of all, the food is A-MAZING. If you're into fantastic flavors, don't miss this place when you visit Maui. We had an amazing scallop appetizer. My husband ordered the ahi and I ordered the mahi mahi. Secondly, you have to walk through the beautiful Grand Wailea resort to get to this restaurant which is a journey through what one reviewer described it as Disneyland's Swiss Family Robinson ride. Arrive 15 minutes early if you're not staying at the Grand Wailea so you can take in the sights on your way to the restaurant. Our service was great without being too high-touch. We personally find the place-the-napkin-in-your-lap-and-decrumb-the-table type restaurants to be stuffy and suffocating. But I certainly don't want to be left high and dry if I need something mid-meal. This place struck the perfect balance of warm hospitality and knowledgeable staff. I asked detailed questions about particular dishes and our server did not miss a beat. The view is probably best from the bar. So if you're going for a great meal, treat the view as a bonus not a requirement and you won't be disappointed. It definitely has a ton of ambience - it's just not one of those restaurants that lives off its view. And on the topic of price - yes, it is pricier than other restaurants in the area but it wasn't as bad as some reviews led me to believe. We split an app and each had an entree (neither one was surf & turf so we avoided paying $58lb for lobster). My husband ordered one fancy cocktail and we both had ice teas. No dessert because we were too full. Bill came to $125. Not as bad as I thought it would be and because of the quality of the food and experience I felt it was worth it.

    (4)

  • Geoff D.

    Perfect in so many ways. The views are unsurpassed, the service is perfect and the food simply delicious. Great creative cocktail list and very comprehensive wine list. Four of us enjoyed a nice dinner while vacationing on Maui.

    (5)

  • Meri W.

    Overpriced. Appetizers charged on bill that were not ordered. Fish extremely dry.

    (1)

  • P L.

    This was a great pick for one night but wears you out after a few times. The menu is not that deep but that said, the mac nut encrusted Mahi was amazing and the salad with the pears and butter lettuce is a must.

    (4)

  • John S.

    This place has that classic Hawaiian kitsch and a great view, but not much else. Not only is the food ludicrously overpriced, but it's just not that good. The shrimp was both under- and overdone, the tempura was soggy, the mahi mahi over bok choy was ill-conceived, the drinks tasted like cheap alcohol and food coloring, the service was perfunctory, etc. Avoid.

    (2)

  • Mojojojo Y.

    let me start off by saying this isn't what i expected for a signature restaurant (having the ambiance of thatched huts and the men wearing lava lava) but the humuhumu makes up for it's appearance with it's food and service. reading other yelp reviews, maybe ordering is a hit or miss but we seemed to pick the right entrees. bf had the surf and turf (lobster tail was larger than expected) and i had the kobe shortribs (tender and extremely tasty, i ate the whole dish! and it's rare that i'll finish everything on my plate). we shared the ahi traps, which were tempura fried seared ahi kabobs on lemon grass sticks - totally yummy! we wish we had more than four pieces! our waiter and the rest of the staff were attentive and efficient. we had a wonderful meal accompanying an equally wonderful sunset.

    (4)

  • Sandy S.

    I was so looking forward to my dinner here....after all it looks so cool from the outside....like a giant hut floating on the water....unfortunately it was more cheesy than cool. I might as well have been at a Rainforest Cafe. I guess I'd be more foregiving of the ambiance if the food was good....but i can't even say that much. i guess, i could give the restaurant some slack because its was Restaurant Week IN Wailea.....quality of food and service does decline in such circumstances, but it really wasn't that busy.....The dessert was a Sara Lee special straight from the freezer, my seared scallops were decent but the surf and turf.....well....i could have prepared it better...and that is not saying a lot! .....sorry

    (2)

  • JEN H.

    The seared ahi is to die for! Service was great. Keep in mind this place is in a resort. That'll explain the prices. My ahi was $36 and my hubbys red snapper was $60 (market price). If you've got the extra cash, stop by!!!

    (5)

  • M'ia K.

    We went to the bar for drinks before sunset, and $9.75 MaiTais (with sales tax at 4.166%, a bargain) was the perfect start to an evening! We thought they'd set us back $15 at least! We did NOT eat dinner here, but spent about an hour lounging and listening to the music and enjoying the warm Maui evening as we watched the sunset. It's a virtual 'disneyland-like' experience, complete with tiki 'huts' and fish swimming around the ponds.

    (5)

  • Chris L.

    The main reason we went to Humuhumu was that we were staying at the Grand Wailea. The food was good but not out of this world. It was a bit pricey but still nice. The sashimi was the best part of the meal...it was out of this world.

    (3)

  • Mariver C.

    This place was over priced because the food was not good. I'm more than willing to pay top dollar for great food and this place was yucky at best. The seafood was over done and salty. My husband's steak was dry and tasteless.

    (1)

  • Tracey C.

    My hubby and I went here for a belated honeymoon. I love fish, but he is allergic. I was excited to try fresh Maui fish. The reviews earlier said the fish was overcooked, my mahi mahi was perfect and his filet was perfect. The tast of the lobster bisque although good, reallly skimped on the lobster, there was only teeny tiny pieces in it. The server was very friendly and attentive. Justin recognized we were on our honeymoon and gave us a complimentary dessert that was delicious(mudpie). You can't beat the view!!

    (4)

  • Steve T.

    Great setting. Beautiful surroundings. Absurdly expensive. Pretty good food. Crappy service. The dining room we were seated in was very nice, and the overall feel of the place is outstanding. The location is of course great if you are staying at the hotel or nearby. All they need to do is get rid of the management and staff and the chef they'd be all set... Firstly, we came early and were one of perhaps four tables occupied in the restaurant (maybe these reviews are taking their toll :-( ). It ended up taking over 80 minutes to be served our entree. By the time they served us our drinks were long finished and we were all ready to leave. The waitress offered no explanation or apology. I guess a wait like this is normal. As for the food, we all chose various local fish. I think this was the best call as they had a nice selection of local fish, including the lobster which was a nice little side show of pulling the animals out of the cage. As for the food... I like small portions (I'm not a "big" eater), but wow, these are _small_ portions! The food they did serve however was very good. Some dishes were merely competent whereas some were nearly great. At this price level at a place like the GW however, every dish should be "great". Not to say the food wasn't pretty darn good, but it just doesn't match the surroundings and the price level. The service, however, would get zero stars even at Denny's. And yes, as others have mentioned, it was very expensive even though we left the customary $.01 tip for service like this.

    (2)

  • Melissa K.

    The setting of this restaurant is ba-na-nas (said in my Rachel Zoe voice). Gorgeous tiki hut with a huge aquarium wall at the bar. Our table overlooked a tropical fish lagoon and The Grand Wailea's Luau. The hostess took us on a tour of the "lobster lagoon" where I was told I could pick my lobster and have it weighed. As sorry as I felt for the lobsters that were trying to hide from us, I ordered the Hawaiian Spiny Lobster with the Shoyu rice. My husband and I got the pork rib pupu, and we were gobsmacked at how delicious they were. They were perfectly caramelized and flavor packed with ginger. We ordered the poke with ogo pupu, and that was just okay (Kai Sushi @ Kapalua has a much better poke). My lobster was finger-licking good. I managed to crack the meat out of every little joint of that lobster. The Shoyu rice was a nice starchy compliment to the lobster. My husband got the Miso Butterfish with the wok-tossed veggies, and that was absolutely delectable, too. The best part of the night was watching the sunset from our table.

    (4)

  • Jay C.

    The setting is nice. Food was just ok. Our waiter was horrible. Forgetful and unfriendly.

    (1)

  • Arlene R.

    We didn't dine here this time around but, shared a bottle of wine while watching the sunset (and pouring rain). Our server Michelle was great! Entertained our 4 year old by showing him the lobster trap. She even pulled one out for him to touch! She also handed him some fish food to throw over the edge. They have fish feeding there every evening at 5pm as well as $5 Mai Tai's in the Lounge from 5-6pm.

    (5)

  • Andrew K.

    My wife and I both got food poisoning from Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. We did notify the restaurant. I know it can happen and I don't think a restaurant attached to this nice of a resort would have this problem often but I feel that it is my responsibility to report on it.

    (1)

  • JoAnn F.

    What a wonderful experience! We celebrated our daughters wedding at Humu. We were a party of ten and all ten of us were impressed. The food and service were excellent. The price was unbelievably reasonable. One might expect the prices to be out of range, after all is the Grand Wailea. I can't wait to go back. Fine job chef! Thank you Anneve.

    (5)

  • Eric D.

    Overpriced bad food. Not worth it.

    (1)

  • Sylvia R.

    My husband and I came here for dinner right before sunset and the view was absolutely breathtaking. We both ordered the surf and turf and it was delicious. The service was great we couldn't have asked for a better waiter. it was a memorable dinner.

    (4)

  • Megan M.

    went here for valentine's day, have to say it was excellent. atmosphere is tiki-kitschy but very cool and luxurious (see if you can spot a spiny lobster in the closed pool along the walkways - it's someon'es dinner). kobe beef shortrib appetizer was delicious. opakapaka entree with crab creme fraische caviar sauce was decadent and wonderful. potato-crusted hamachi with tomatoes, pancetta and tomato-ginger emulsion (which was actually green-white from basil oil and cream) was very fresh tasting yet rich, very good balance of flavors. another poster criticized Humu for not having high value for the money. I disagree. The quality of the dishes was very high and met our expectations, which were hightened by the steep prices. And anyways it's Maui!!! If you want "value" you shouldn't go to Maui.

    (5)

  • Jessica N.

    My husband and I vacationed in Maui from September 21st to October 1, 2009 with our 1 year old son. We found a baby sitter for our son and planned our "date night" and picked Humuhumu as our restaurant of choice. I would rate the service 5 stars hands down, however, my husband ordered a $60 fish platter and seriously, it was the whole fish just grilled. Nothing special at all. My dinner was so uneventful, I can't even remember but it wasn't worth what we paid. The ambiance was ok, but honestly, there's an unassuming restaurant up the road about 10 mins that was much less expensive with a wonderful view and great, great food. The restaurant is the Five Palms Restaurant in Kihei. Again, the service at Humuhumu was outstanding, but the food fell flat, especially at those prices.

    (2)

  • C. J.

    Really pricey (but that's to be expected at the Grand Wailea)... Can't beat the location though -- beautiful views, tranquil setting. The food was delicious, and our dessert was particularly memorable. We were celebrating our honeymoon so they brought us a complimentary bottle of champagne. Nice touch.

    (4)

  • Pops F.

    This rating is based on value for your money. Their Mai Tai is average, and the price has gone up to $12 since the other review in August. Service was not up the price point. Food is well-presented but average and very expensive (par for the course at the resort restaurants). The aquarium bar is cool, as is the setting surrounded by fish ponds and nestled amidst the pools. In their defense, we only had appetizers at the bar as the main restaurant was full. However, based on the disappointing $20 appetizers, we wouldn't plunk down $45 to try an entree.

    (2)

  • Andy B.

    Wonderful food and location but the service was pathetic. When you spend average $75/person for entree, dessert, and drinks, you expect to have great service. My party waited 90 minutes before we were served our entrees. We asked to speak with Manager and he only could say sorry and they were busy (only half our room was full so the busy excuse didn't fly). All the parties around us that arrived after us were served and finished before we were even served. After we complained to the manager while waiting for our entrees, we then got even worse service from our waiter because he was upset we spoke with the manager. Then the bill comes and they charged us for 2 extra desserts that we didn't even order. They did serve us 2 extra desserts but we thought that was how they were compensating us...but no they were trying to screw us again. They also still tried to slap us with an automatic 18% tip after all our complaints. So bad service and management would keep me from ever coming back or recommending it to anyone. If you looking for great food and service, we will go back to Mamas Fish House.

    (1)

  • Lise T.

    Nice atmosphere...cute waiters....but hmmm...the dishes were just okay. :I The fish was just too fishy for my taste...and I LOVE fish!

    (2)

  • Dorian G.

    one of the best meals i've ever had. the seafood here is so fresh that you'd think they caught it moments after you ordered. a nice surprise was the tiger prawn tempura...i'm not a fried fish person by any means, but it was soooooooooo good. and the drinks were massive and well-priced. make sure you request a sunset-time reservation so you can watch the sun go down over the lagoon. aaahhhh.....

    (4)

  • Heidi V.

    All our food was cold. Service was very average. Not what I would expect from the restaurant at the Grand Wailea.

    (2)

  • Andrew F.

    Staying at Grand Wailea so wanted to try this place out. Really nice place, lagoons everywhere and really not a bad seat in the house. When making your reservation two things: 1- Request a table near the water, you're in for an incredible sunset if you time it right! 2- First hour they are open, 50% off any spiny hawaiian or maine lobster- good times. I got the maine lobster, very tasty and a nice presentation. For sides myself and some friends got the fried rice which was awesome and probably the best $9 asparagus ive ever had in my life. Well, the only $9 asparagus i have had- was really good though. Bar drinks were flowing the whole time and our server was very attentive to it all. Have to expect to drop a few bucks when dining here, but you really are paying for the whole experience- not just the food. Seriously the most amazing sunset ive ever seen. Also, awesome fish tank in the middle of the place!

    (4)

  • Mary O.

    This restaurant vastly exceeded my expectations. Restaurants with great views, a fun atmosphere, and cocktails served in coconuts tend not to have exquisite food, but this one does. Everything we ordered was carefully, beautifully prepared from the freshest ingredients and full of inventive and delicious flavors. Our server, Diane, was gracious, personable, and attentive, and inviting and kind to our three young children. It's not cheap, but for an evening we will always remember, it was well worth the money. The perfect place to go to set the tone for your Maui vacation. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Debbie H.

    We had dinner here last night. From the moment we sat down until the moment we left, our experience was perfect! Our server was really knowledgable, friendly, funny and attentive. We started off with some cocktails and our server made very helpful suggestions when we asked for his advice. The drinks were fantastic! For dinner, I had the lobster and we got to select the lobster from a lagoon filled with them. It was steamed to perfection. My husband had a vegetarian version of the macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi and he liked it very much. The restaurant sits above a lagoon and overlooks the ocean. There are tons of fish in the lagoon and the waitstaff gave the children food to feed the fish, the kids we saw really enjoyed that. We also happened to be at the restaurant while the sun was setting, what a gorgeous view! We are guests at the Grand Wailea and I am a diamond hilton honors member so we were given a coupon for two free drinks. We had more than two drinks, lol! Because it was still considered to be happy hour and we had the drink coupon, our dinner price was knocked down from $225 to $116! You cannot beat that! We will definitely be back to Humu!! Thank you, Humu!!

    (5)

  • Ronald J.

    I was rushed so they could turn over my table for another reservation. The tuna steak was nothing special and served in a broth. My wife didn't care for the Ono which was quite thick and firm. The sunsets are amazing. Cost is too high, just get a rental car and go to Mamas

    (3)

  • Andrew L.

    Wow! I went here with very low expectations after reading the other yelp reviews. However, now I learned that you can not trust that yelp reviews always give a honest opinion. When I go out I rate the place on three things food , service, ambiance. The bad reviews on here are obviously from your typical tourist who is looking for bland non flavorful "meat and potato" food. Food: Amazing! So flavorful , sweet , savory and cooked to perfection. We started with the corn chowder , omg, it was perfect . Then the house salad , forgot the name , also incredible. Fishes topped it off , highly recommended the snapper and mahi mahi , my girlfriend was in heaven while eating it ! Service: incredible , ask for justin! He had been there for years so you should have luck in that request. Ambiance: best in Wailea ! We just stayed at the four seasons and it was better than their best offering , Ferraro. I learned tonight , never trust the reviews , see for yourself . Kudos to this fine restaurant for putting love into one of our vacation dinners.

    (5)

  • Robert F.

    Romantic, fun and enjoyable meal. We enjoyed the food, ambience and great service from our knowledgeable and friendly waitress. She took great care of us and helped make our meal the best it could possibly be. Eating under the thatched roof, watching the fish in the pond and listening to the occasional light rain made this a perfect dining experience. Special Features: Vibrant Bar Scene, Good for Groups, Great for Outdoor Dining, Romantic, Special Occasion, Scenic View, Hot Spot

    (4)

  • Lani M.

    The setting is beautiful and the food was very good. I had the Opakapaka (pink snapper) and it was delicious but I had a very similar dish the night before at Monkeypod that was way better. I think with this place, you're paying for the atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Lacee H.

    Went here for a celebration dinner of our engagement with my fiancé. Be prepared to spend some big money, our dinner was roughly 220$ but we had the steak and lobster. The resort looks amazing, the restaurant overlooks the beach and the sun was setting so it was perfect. Every single staff person was friendly especially our waiter. Every bite was delicious. I honestly wish we could afford dinner like this everyday, it was that good.

    (5)

  • Annie O.

    Based on the reviews I was a little concerned about the food but we had the carpaccio (my husband recommended that the ice be at the bottom) and the main lobster, both were stellar. Tracy our bartender made it a great experience. As we know, food + experience = happy people and it was the best of both worlds. This was my husband's best meal yet.... Hard to beat? Maybe? Let's see, we still have a couple days left.

    (5)

  • Neera P.

    Had dinner here. I had the Salmon plate with rice cooked in coconut sauce. Food took a long time. The sauce was too sweet, the Salmon was salty, and overcooked. The service was not impressive, I expect awesome service for the prices here.

    (3)

  • Zach M.

    Good service. Everything else awful. Dined here last night because wanted to check out grand wailea. Have been staying next door at four seasons for our honeymoon. Our server was Brian I think. He was great- I actually felt bad he has to backup this bad of a restaurant. A lot of people mention price with this place - and hey, it's maui- everything is pricey. But that's ok if it's kind if worth it and this place isn't even close. Let's start with drinks. $20 maitai and $8.75 domestic beer. These are both 15-25% more than the four seasons. Ambiance? It's kind of a shack by the pool. Good views but you have lots of options for that. It actually has kind of a stench to it from stagnant koi ponds around it. Wife got salad and app as entree I got salad and fried chicken. Fried chicken was just fried chicken with siracha. Wife's app was 3 mushy prawns she was afraid to finish. Here's the thing we went to Spago, the night before and for the exact same meal spent $220 and it was incredible. At this joint we spend 170 ans worry about getting sick. It's not even the same world. Spend the extra 50 dollars. Humuhumu is the first time on this island I've actually felt like they were just blindly ripping me off. Great waiter tho.

    (1)

  • Amanda I.

    So here's the deal. I've been to amazing restaurants all over the world, and this one in comparison is maybe a 3 out of 5. I'll explain why I offered a 4 star rating. First, this restaurant is located inside the Grand Wialea, which by default makes it cool. Oh, and they offer complimentary valet. You walk a long path lined by tropical shrubs to get to a large pavilion-style open concept/outdoor dining space, complete with grass-thatched roof and bamboo awnings. Surrounding the pavilion is a few feet of water, which house the restaurant's lobsters. Can't get anymore fresh than that! Our waiter was top notch; a pro. He offered several recommendations. Was extremely attentive and good natured ( but in a laid back "I'm wearing a Hawaiian shirt and skirt kind of way"). We settled on ordering one if their fishbowl drinks (needed to go cheesy on our last night in Maui), a "Maine-Hawaiian" lobster, the appetizer sampler and a three layer desert cookie/ice cream combination. The lobster was steamed and tasty ( it's lobster). The appetizer sampler was quite good, and had several things I enjoyed on it including a poke and scallop. The desert was simple but delicious. All in all it was really good food. My beef with this place is that there really wasn't anything unique or exceptional about the cuisine. To me, it almost felt "touristy". It felt like resort food versus amazing local fare. And it's expensive. Everything was yummy but not special, like Mama's Fish House for example. But if you're in Wialea and looking for something nearby, I would recommend this place for an "I'm a Maui tourist" feeling and good food.

    (4)

  • Fawn T.

    Came here on a date while in Maui and would definitely recommend it! The food was amazing and our server was very sweet and came to check on us often. I'd definitely recommend the kamachi poke!! It was seriously so good that I can't stop thinking about it. I can't wait to go back when I'm in Maui again. :)

    (5)

  • Jessica T.

    It was our second time here and we still love it! I had the mahi mahi and my husband had the lobster which he got to pick out.

    (5)

  • Katie C.

    We come to the Grand Wailea every year and always make a stop here. I don't typically write reviews but wanted to make sure to acknowledge the awesome service we received tonight. The food is always great, but the service was top notch. Justin was our server and he was excellent! He made great recommendations and memorized our order and everything arrived correctly. I also noticed him touching up a table that was set up next to ours, making sure the place settings and chairs were placed perfectly. He really seems to care about his job and making sure the guests are happy. Mick was assisting and he was great as well. The water glasses were never less than half full (after several hot days that was much appreciated) and he was always walking around making sure everyone was set. After coming here for years we have had some hits and misses but they really stepped it up this time!

    (5)

  • Barb B.

    Yummy and relaxing dinner! Chef brought out a special treat and we loved the sea boat scallops!! Fantastic view and the Hulu pie was a perfect ending with our pressed coffee!

    (5)

  • Jack N.

    Do you like fish? Do you like to eat fish while other fish swim beneath you and watch in horror? What are you a psychopath? In all seriousness I love this restraunt. You can't beat its decor, the restraunt is on top of a giant fish pond, perfect to set the mood for some of the best seafood you'll ever have. The staff, particularly Peter, were incredibly friendly and attentive. The food was superb. I would of paid the steep price to eat the same meal in a dark room. But the ocean view and sunset was icing on the cake. I highly recommend this restraunt it's worth the high price.

    (5)

  • Jennifer S.

    Amazing meal again at Humu's!! Best steak of the year so far for me;) Perfectly done, cut like butter, melted in my mouth, no add on sauce needed;) The Diver Scallops were amazing again & they also cut like butter & melted in my mouth;) Excellent meal;) Good Service, waited about 20 minutes even with :8:45pm reservation.

    (5)

  • Rob M.

    We were staying at the Grand Wailea on a company trip. Got seated at Humu and Christine was our waitress. Started off with abalone chowder for my wife and scallops for me. Both delicious. We opted for filets for dinner, as we've been eating seafood for a week straight. Steaks cooked perfectly, mashed potatoes warm, not piping hot. Christine went back to the kitchen and returned with two bowls of PIPING HOT mashed potatoes. That, ladies and gentlemen, is how you take care of a customer who is not initially happy. Delicious food, great views, and outstanding customer service. We will be back!

    (5)

  • Annie H.

    This is a fantastic place to have a drink and watch the sunset. As a place to eat, not so much. Subpar food at high prices. Skip dinner and just go for drinks at sunset. Go eat at Monkeypod after if you're hungry.

    (3)

  • Gary L.

    Besides the great ambiance and friendly staffs. This place menu is the only restaurant south of Maui, with a delectable and attractive list of dishes, that is to drool for. I wanted to sample and order everything on the menu! No joke! The appetizer sampler was delicious and my sashimi dinner sampler was over the top: Four different fishes, four pieces each, with rice and veggies for only $35! Waw. On the flip side, the expectations were high on the tropical drinks, and both of my Mai-Tai and Zombie drinks were just mediocre. What a let down! But I'll be back for the food!

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    Had to come here for some reason. Part of the Grand Wailea complex, so I knew it would be expensive, and the restaurant certainly didn't disappoint on that front. This place is all about ambience, with the thatch roof surrounded by a man-made lagoon, and nice ocean and sunset views (if you come at the right time). Our table by the water had a killer view, and I have the photos to prove it. We started with carpaccio of hamachi (yellowtail), which wound up being much different than described on the menu, which is apparently being changed. Pretty good nonetheless. The Kula beet salad was served with baby greens and candied walnuts . . not bad, but the cubed red beets were pretty unimaginative . . I expected something a bit more creative from a restaurant of this caliber. My wife and I got the same entree . . crab-crusted sea bass. The fish was a little dry, and somewhat overwhelmed by the crab garnish covering the top, but the veggies (Pohole fern) were delish (wife didn't like them as well as I did . . more for me!). Desert was the chocolate volcano mousse, even shaped like a little volcano with strawberry lava; very cool presentation and quite good. Our server was Christina, and she was great, recommending I taste a couple of wines by the glass before making a decision. The food would have rated a 3, but the ambience and service more than made up for it.

    (4)

  • M W.

    Good drinks and good food. Would've liked a little more distance between tables. We started with the Hawaiian islands prawns. Great broth for dipping and the tapioca balls added an interesting texture. I had the seared ahi loin with foie gras dumpling and she had the macadamia nut mahi mahi. Both were very very good. The drinks there are awesome with cosmos, Caribbean colada, and coconut drinks.

    (4)

  • Nicole S.

    Food was WAY over priced. For such an expensive restaurant, the menu was very limited. The boys got a cute stuffed animal when we left. The Brussels Sprout salad was actually pretty good. The rest was just ok.... $200+ for an Ok dinner.

    (2)

  • B W.

    Great food and atmosphere. A tad expensive ($9 side of coconut rice)

    (4)

  • J H.

    I agree with most of the critical reviews of this restaurant. Great location, 2 stars just for that. However to be honest the food was worse than the hamburgers on my snorkeling trip into Molokini. If you eat here, I recommend skipping the main course and going with a salad or party type plate. The main courses are small, expensive, and leave much to be desired.

    (2)

  • Scot V.

    This was one of the best dinning experiences I have ever had. The waitress gave both of my daughters HumuHumu fish and my wife and i felt like royalty. Of course my wife is royalty. She is my Princess so I'm glad I took her toa place where she was treated like one. It was so good we went back two days later.

    (5)

  • Paarin M.

    We were staying at the Grand Wailea for our Honeymoon and this restaurant was highly recommended. I saw some of the negative reviews here before making our reservations, but we were given a voucher for free bottle of champaigne or wine when we checked in, so we decided to give it a shot anyway. In fact, we liked it so much we came back a second time 3 days later. The first of our 2 visits was by far the better one. In fact, it was on par with the best meal we had on our whole trip. We were given a nice table that overlooked the pond, but we had come too late to see the sunset. We started off with the ahi traps, and those were awesome and not overly battered and cooked very nicely. The wife had the sea bass, and actually liked that better than the macadamia nut mahi mahi the second time we went. I had the short ribs thanks to the waiter's suggestion and they were some of the best beef I've ever had. The food was simply amazingly prepared to perfection. Even the sides seemed prepared with the same level of care. Our server was also equally awesome. He knew the menu inside and out and told us what dishes to definitely try and which ones to definitely avoid (things like the chicken dish). He also made sure we got the hula pie dessert which was the cherry on top of this meal. We both could barely eat anymore, but found room to finish it! The reason I did not give this restaurant 5 stars is that our second visit was a bit of a let down. The server that day lacked the knowledge of the menu, and basically seemed like he did not want to be there. I can see how had that been my only visit, I would have had a totally different expereince. Therefore I am only giving 4 stars. It really depends on your server, but you can get a 5 star or 3 star experience.

    (4)

  • Kyra T.

    Probably a great view, but we got there after dark so couldn't tell. But it had a nice ambience. Foodwise though, it didn't seem worth the price. I know that ALL dining on Maui is expensive, and it's not known for their food being great and that eating at your own hotel is always a no-no, but someone else had arranged a dinner there so there we were.... It was going ok until my tofu entree came out. You know how when you order tofu it comes chopped up & fried in sauces, mixed with things? They had clearly just upended the BRICK OF TOFU into a pan, lightly cooked it and then dumped it onto a bed of taro(?) I think. So I had to saw away at this BLOCK of TOFU and once I got past the outer edges it was just PLAIN boring TOFU with little flavor. I could've just gone to the store, opened up a package and eaten plain tofu (for a lot cheaper too!) I am so glad I did not pay for this. The other dishes were pretty good, the fact that the dessert was still a little frozen was understandable because we were a large party of probably 25-30 people and they were rushing to get the food out to everyone at the same time. But I'm still pretty upset about the LUMP of plain tofu. Who does that? I just can't get over that.

    (2)

  • Master B.

    Secret: happy hr from 5pm-6pm - half off on drinks!! That means it's only $12/drink :) Actually, i really liked this place. The view is amazing. I do suggest getting there at 5pm (not just for the happy hr) but you also get a chance to enjoy the sunset from the bar. If you wanna have dinner: RESERVATION is a MUST...don' think you can roll in there (baller or not) and expect a seat. Don't pull a rook move and get stood up at the door...show them the Superbowl rings and say, 6:30 Reservations...and yeah, I'll be at the bar, come and get us when the table is ready....show your girl how's its done. The food is good...(not as great as Mama's Fishhouse) but isn't bad. The menu is a bit limiting and sides are just ok. The Butterfish was excellent, as well as the Monkgong (don't ask) - I would have liked to have tried the Scallops (but someone didn't want to try it....not sure if she'll be a keeper...j/k).

    (4)

  • Michael K.

    Staying at the Grand Wailea, I have to admit that I don't think Humu's is up to par with the quality of the rest of the resort (which we have been very happy with). The appetizers, entrees, and even desserts, tried to be interesting, but just didn't really deliver. The appetizer platter had an assortment of stuff that all tasted "fine", but there just wasn't much interesting to say about it. Our entrees were similar. The food was "fine", but nothing really stood out. It was a meal; we ate; then we were done. Similarly, the drink list includes a long list of some fun cocktails, many of which taste "pretty good", but were clearly poured very light on the alcohol itself; with cocktails as much as $19, that's spectacularly poor value. So again, given the setting (at the Grand Wailea), and the cost (with a few drinks, we easily cleared $200 for just my wife and myself), I would expect far, FAR more quality. The food itself was a 3-star offering at best; the cost actually makes it only a 2-star value in my book. The only reason this review is still getting 3 stars is that the restaurant sports some FANTASTIC views, especially if you're eating dinner on the early side and get to watch the sunset (as an added bonus, if you go for an early reservation, you're also more likely to get a good seat that will be able to best enjoy the good views!). On a side note, many other reviews have also criticized the service at Humu's. On this point, at least, we had no complaints. Although there was nothing spectacular about the service, our experience was fine and we had no complaints on this point. But the bottom line is that if you REALLY don't mind dropping a lot of money to have a meal with a BEAUTIFUL setting and view for "ok" food - and perhaps especially if you're staying on site anyway - Humu is a reasonable option. But if you're at all willing to leave the property, there are FAR better options around, both at the higher price points (like Humu's) and more reasonably priced restaurants, in the Wailea/Kihei area.

    (3)

  • Lucy B.

    Book for a great sunset table. Food - starters ok (tuna) but 2 entrees were great. Wagu beef ribs...I know it wasn't fish but WOW you need to have this dish. The butterfish was also good but the topping sides not as good. Cocktail for 2 is great! Makes it good to practice saying the restaraunt name!!!

    (4)

  • HELEN K.

    We stayed at the Grand Wailea for our honeymoon last year, and this was the first restaurant we tried. We didn't have reservations, but told the hostess that it was our honeymoon and she got us seated right away! She must have told the waitress that it was our honeymoon because we were being congratulated left and right! Honestly, the food was not too memorable, but the service was good, and the ambiance was really nice. We were seated on the edge where below us were the swimming fish, and we had a view of the ocean. Our dessert plate had "congratulations" written in chocolate, which was a really nice touch. When we return, we will definately be going back to Humuhumu's!

    (4)

  • Kathy H.

    my husband and I ate here when we visited Maui early in October. It was excellent, on par with Mamas Fish House which we also visited. The view, the food and the service were all awesome. I had (if I remember right) stuffed Mahi Mahi and my husband had a steak, we shared a dessert and I had two drinks at happy hour. The drinks were stronger than I expected (they obviously don't water them down), very good Mai Tis! One would have sufficed! It was a nice last night in Maui and we would definitely do it again!

    (4)

  • Lauren A.

    The ambiance of this restaurant was amazing, that alone is reason to go. It's located inside the Grand Wailea Hotel which was fun to walk around as well. It was definitely a little pricey but the food did not disappoint and they had a lot of fun "hawaiian" drinks to try. The waiter found out we were here for our anniversary and brought us out a dessert on the house. Overall a great and fun experience.

    (4)

  • Miss M.

    After a long day of pineapple filled drinks at the pool, we had a late nite dinner at Humuhumu. (Late nite in Maui is like 7:30). The hotel gave us a complimentary bottle of champagne because we were there celebrating our engagement. Very nice. It was by no means good champagne (my head felt it the next day), but it was a very nice touch. Atmosphere: Amazing. I think so many people are so critical. You are on a lagoon. On a hut. In Maui. Get over yourself. It doesn't get better than this. It was so romantic and if I wasn't a little vacation drunk, I definitely would have been much more in awe of this. Service: Eddie! Eddie, we loved you my friend. An incredible server. He provided a fine - dining level of service, with a dash of casualness that made us comfortable with him .. and gave me no guilt for being toasty at dinner. Food: Delish. We split a salad. I had a spinny lobster (subbed with mashed potatoes) and the boy had the filet. Well received by both of us. Price: The only reason a star is lost. We don't get sticker shock often. But $112 for a lobster? Really? Now, Eddie, we liked you buddy, but I am almost 98% positive and the boy swears he's 100% positive that you never mentioned the price of lobster by the pound. Whatever. We paid it and moved on. But, the price of lobster is at an all-time low and I know I am paying resort prices, but $60/pound.... Really? I think Eddie was aware of our shock, so he gave us a fish beanie baby. It is the most expensive stuffed animal I own, but the dogs seem to like it. So I guess it was well worth it? Either way, next time we are at the GW, we will be back. I will probably just not order the lobster.

    (4)

  • Christine W.

    It may be worth going just for the view. The service was lacking, as was the food. The Poke appetizer was fishy, and I didn't eat much for it. For $21.00, I expected more. The crab crusted sea bass was okay, but nothing special. I have had better back home in Illinois!

    (3)

  • Garett T.

    Everything was awesome when I ate here with my family. I ordered sauteed swordfish, and it still counts to this day (this was in '97) as the best seafood I've ever had. The surroundings were cool, too; the sunset, the thatched roofs, and, cough, the hotel... It made for quite a night.

    (5)

  • Mandy A.

    The best looking restaurant we went to in Maui!!! Food should get 4 stars but the whole ambiance of the place was so incredible that it its worth 5 stars!!! I should dock off a star because the Tropical martini i got almost had no alcohol in it and according to my husband, had the taste of water with a hint of juice.... makes me a little mad to pay $16 for that but oh well. The place apparently mesmerized me so much that it was forgotten as soon as i finished the drink. For appetizer we tried the Pupu platter and that's when i fell in love with fresh Ahi Poke. And from there on, i am forever spoiled and addicted. (damn you Humuhumunukunukuapua'a!!) It was Fresh for sure, and melted in your mouth. For our main course I had the Rack of Lamb (which came from Colorado) served medium cooked, and it was ok .... the mint sauce it got served with was interesting (in a good way) very hearty meal because it also comes with mashed potatoes. Hubby got Seabass topped with crab. I liked the crab, but he swore that to him, it didn't taste fresh. It is what it is....great for tourists like ourselves, very romantic.... definitely take time to walk through the gardens and waterfalls/streams. I want to give a shout out, big A+ and 5 stars to Kenneth our server. Such a nice man with a pleasant attitude and soothing voice. It helps, when you want a romantic dinner. We had no room (in our stomachs and wallet) for desert. But would have loved to be able to "fit it in".

    (5)

  • Paul A.

    The Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Restaurant is a great location, very good ambience with very nice views. But I am sorry to say that he service and food in my opinion was less than par.

    (2)

  • Joe S.

    The food at Humu is really well done, and despite the food at the the Grand Wialehi beng VERY expensive for what you get, we thought that Humu was a decent value for Wialihi standards. My group had: -Sushami - AWESOME and LOTS of fish - Crab-crusted Oui - AWESOME and very flavorful - Macadimnut crusted Mahimahi - Very good but a bit overcooked Worth the visit if you are in the Wailahi area.

    (4)

  • Paige E.

    We ate here while staying at the Grand Wailea. The macadamia-crusted mahi-mahi was damn good, really liked it. Service was great and our waitress was really nice and helpful, and she brought a lobster over to our table and humored us while we took pictures with it. I'm giving it 4 stars because it's a little overpriced (even for Maui), and the drinks are really weak, despite being almost $20 a pop. I'm not a huge drinker, and even I couldn't taste/feel the alcohol in those drinks. Kind of a lot to pay for fruit juice. Sunset was gorgeous from the restaurant, but I probably wouldn't eat here again. Glad I did it once, but don't need to do it again.

    (4)

  • Mackenzie C.

    Beautiful surroundings, excellent food. Unique and well executed menu, doting service staff. Overall a fantastic experience.

    (5)

  • Jessica B.

    We ate here at night and really enjoyed the ambiance and the walk through the grounds of the Grand Wailea to get there. Gorgeous!! Our service was incredible and at the end our waiter gave my daughter a stuffed fish. (Humuhumunukunukuapua ofcourse). Presentation was beautiful, loved the ribs especially. Most of the appetizers on our combo platter were good save for one that was just bland but overall it just really helped make the trip that much more special.

    (4)

  • Brad D.

    Great open tiki type restaurant. Food and service were both excellent. Sort of pricey, but, hey, if you're staying at the Grand Wailea, so's everything else in the area. Definitely worth a second seating. Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Monique R.

    We ate here 3 times during our time in Maui this year and each time it was delicious. I wasn't actually a huge fan of the salads, the dressings just weren't great and the asian pears in my salad were mushy BUT the entree made up for that salad! I am a vegetarian and was worried about a "fish" restaurant having anything for me to eat ... they are so nice and accommodating!! They quickly redesigned a vegetable plate for me from a list of sides, I had the glazed carrots, asparagus, coconut jasmine rice and mashed potatoes. I ate every morsel. My husband had ahi sashimi which loved, asparagus and a mojito which we both agreed was the best one either of us had ever had. We finished off the meal with the coffee ice cream cake which was really delicious. We came with friends one night and between us there were 3 kids (2,5,7), they were super sweet, giving them extra fish food, the kids menu is great, fruit bowl was really incredible and diverse and didn't break the bank! Love that each time we ate there, when the bill came, they give the children a stuffed Humu humu fish toy. Everywhere you eat in Maui it's at least $100 for a family of 4 at any given meal ... this is more expensive than that but not much more and it's a truly unique experience over the water and with great views! We will be back here :)

    (4)

  • Tim S.

    The best part of the meal was the bottle of Pelligrino and the conversation with my wife. The restaurant was overpriced, food over cooked, and service was extremely slow. This restaurant should quickly find a new executive chef. The plating of the food looks nothing like the pictures. Spoke with the manager and informed him of the issues experienced at the restaurant.

    (2)

  • L B.

    This place would be better if there were less kids but that's neither here nor there... The service wasn't bad despite a certain waiter who tried to pocket the money we used to pay for the dinner and charge the room, but luckily he wasn't a complete moron and we straightened that snafu out. Food was solid, nothing to write home about but nothing bad either. Luckily we had a free drink and $40 off dinner voucher thanks to Hilton points (best invention in the travel world) so it made the experience quite bearable to say the least. Would I recommend it? Sure, any first timer to Maui and the Grand Wailea deserves to have a taste of everything... would I go back? That's tbd at a later date.. Mahalo!

    (3)

  • Chloe H.

    food: 4 stars. I am a fan. We had the scallop appetizer, wagyu beef rib, petit filet mignon w/ lobster, salad, cappucino & mud pie. service: 5 stars. atmosphere: 5 stars. Got $40 coupon from front desk for being a Hilton Honors member. Yay! will definitely be back when I visit Maui.

    (4)

  • Peter S.

    Went twice it was so good. Brussel sprouts salad is amazing. Steak and lobster were perfect. Hula pie...OMG!

    (5)

  • Klaus G.

    Heard they had a new chef. Awesome service, great fish, great location, best meal we had on the island other than a chefs dinner we had made by Allain. We ate at Duo, Spago, and others and this was the best.

    (5)

  • Jen M.

    I went to Humu's with a group of about 6 people, and it was quite enjoyable. The restaurant sits right on the water. Our table was obviously the best as it was a bit tucked away but had beautiful views and felt semi-private. The food was good - I had filet mignon (allergy to seafood) but the others in my party raved about their own seafood entrees including the lobster. I enjoyed some sort of cocktail in a real coconut which was fun and delicious. They have an extensive wine collection as well. You can get delicious food at a number of places on Maui, and this is one of them - but the atmosphere here is hard to beat. It's quiet and serene and you can watch the sun set as you dine. Koi swim nearby and the large aquarium in the center of the restaurant is beautiful as well. If you are staying at the Grand Wailea then it's worth experiencing at least once.

    (4)

  • William I.

    The worst of the high end restaurants we visited. 8.50$ for a beer in a can? 20$ for a mixed drink? Good food but I thought our dollar(s!!!!!) went further at the fairmont or mama's fish house.

    (2)

  • Jason S.

    During our stay at the Grand Wailea we checked this place out on our first night as we were given coupons by the resort. The atmosphere here can't be beat. We got a table by the bar with a fantastic view of the beautiful Maui sunset. Our server was great, providing recommendations on all aspects of the menu, including wine. The food, though, was just okay. I would say that had we not received $80 worth of coupons, we'd be very disappointed with this restaurant for the price. 4 drinks, an appetizer and two entrees was still well over $100 with gratuity even after the coupons. Very, very expensive for what you get.

    (3)

  • Katee M.

    We liked Humuhumu so much that we ate here for dinner 2x during a 5 night trip to Maui last week. The atmosphere here really is amazing! One night for dinner we had the mahi mahi and the next night I think was sea bass - my husband and I ordered the same entrees each night. The food was top notch! We also tried the pupu platter which was very good. There was one thing on it that I wasn't nuts about but the other 3 items, especially the ribs and the scallops were to die for. Definitely our favorite hotel restaurant in Wailea. The only reason I am not giving a 5 is because of the drinks. I ordered a $19 drink, a Volcano Punch I think, that tasted like a virgin drink, no joke. The second time around I ordered another drink that was again, way too light on the booze. For $14-$19 a drink I expect an amazing cocktail. The drinks on the menu sounded good but didn't deliver. Stick to iced tea or beer :) Service was excellent! Both nights we had different servers and both delivered exceptional service. You could tell you were in a nice resort because 5 star resorts know how to train their people properly. Service was definitely 5 stars! If you are in the Wailea area do not miss the opportunity to dine here! You won't be sorry!

    (4)

  • Arya M.

    The service was blow the average, but regardless of the service and price I GOT FOOD POISONED in that restaurant! I was throwing up all night because of their fishes. There are so many nice restaurants in maui and I DO NOT SUGGEST you to eat there!

    (1)

  • Tony B.

    I've been to Maui a handful of times and have dined at Humuhumu each time. The last time I dined there was just that - my last time. This upset me as I really liked this place the previous times I've been here. The experience was so bad - not what you would expect of a grand high end resort. My previous times the service, food and ambiance was spectacular. The last dining experience the server was slow and helped other tables, while ignoring us. It's bad when a party of 2 is seated 20 minutes before a party of 4, and the party of 4 leave 30 hour before the party of 2... Spending over $300 for 2 people, you would think they would pay more attention to you. The waitress knew she was in the wrong and wanted to comp us one dessert, but we ordered 2 desserts. She didn't charge us for either, but I could care less for the desserts being comped, I want great service for higher end places. The food was also mediocre that last time. The scallops were nothing special and the 4 lb Maine lobster was a little over cooked and really chewy. The day after we mentioned our experience to several staff members and clients at the hotel we stayed at they confirmed that they have gone down hill. Very upsetting...

    (2)

  • May B.

    Three stars because I loved the setting. Went here in December. Other than that, the food was alright & the service was okay. I had the mac-nut ahi and it wasn't that great. Sushi is pretty good. On the other hand, I would rather go to mama's!

    (3)

  • Andrea B.

    Great service, nice atmosphere. Truly delicious food. We had low expectations having come off an abysmal experience at Amasia, but we were unexpectedly delighted with the originality of the dishes and the skill of the kitchen. And the staff was truly gracious with our kids. We will definitely return for all the reasons above.

    (5)

  • Chris R.

    My wife and I tried Humuhumu while staying at the Grand Wailea for our honeymoon. We're both avid foodies and excited about the experience. After having gone, I can say that it was ... okay. Decent enough, just not quite what I expected. We booked a 6 PM reservation, but got to the restaurant around 5:15 because I had a coupon for two free drinks. A cocktail will run you between $14 and $21. Since the hostess went ahead and seated us when we arrived, the waiter thought we were ready for dinner. Not exactly, but I'll forgive his eagerness. What I can't forgive was the way he would come by the table every few minutes asking if we were ready or had any questions. Still, not a HUGE deal to either one of us. For appetizers, we had the pan-seared diver scallops and the hamachi carpaccio. I can appreciate a chef trying to give me contrast in a dish, but this was too much. The scallops were $16 for 2, which was a bit of a letdown. I expected maybe 3 or 4 for that price. The scallop by itself was outstanding. It was cooked perfectly! The fried race cake underneath the scallop took so much away from the dish. Texturally, it didn't work for me, and the rice cake just didn't taste great, especially paired with an outstanding scallop. The hamachi carpaccio was $22 for 4 slices. Again, this was an area where I could have done without the contrast. The hamachi was served underneath shaved lemongrass ice. The fish was terrific with a surprising (and welcome) spicy kick. The lemongrass ice was frankly, pretty disgusting. It almost made the entire dish inedible for me. I toughed through it though, because the fish was just that good. For entrees, my wife had a rack of lamb and I had a filet ($40 / each). Her lamb was outstanding and had an interesting (in a good way) spicy mustard coating. Not a flavor that's paired with lamb a lot, but it worked. I ordered my filet medium-rare, but it came out medium-well. Surprisingly, it was still a great steak. Other than the hiccup with the wellness on the steak, the entrees were fabulous. All in all, it was an ... okay dining experience. It get's three stars for terrific entrees, a great view (which is a lot of what you pay for), and the incredible bits of two very confusing appetizers. I'd say go here if you get a voucher, otherwise, I'd watch the sunset from the beach or the lounge and have dinner at a place that's not quite as confused as to what they want their food to taste like.

    (3)

  • Joe D.

    It's probably a 3 1/2 star place. The Grand Wailea is a beautiful resort but the restaurant selection could be better. We ordered the spiny lobster and shared a 4 1/2 lb lobster, steamed mussels, and the assorted sorbets. The cocktails were typical but good. Overall, nice atmosphere and we had a very good server. The lobster is super pricey so be aware of the price per lb. They do have a special so it was significantly less during certain time frames. It's good but not great.

    (3)

  • Eric F.

    If you do not like the food at Humu, well, you guys need some help. I have dinner there quite often and I love it. There is nothing on the menu I wouldn't eat, and Chef Isaac Bancaco does a great job. My favorites are - Ceviche, Ribs, Scallops, Hamachi for the aps and the Poussin, Butterfish, Taz Salmon, Macnut Mahi, Ahi, Seabass and Lamb for the entrees...Humu Pie for dessert. They also serve the best natural beef I've had. Try to check with them when they have a "Toast" wine dinner (monthly), it is something not to miss.

    (5)

  • M H.

    The setting is incredibly beautiful, and that is all this place has going for it. We decided to enjoy a few drinks at sunset and from there we thought we would decide if we would stay for dinner. The bar staff (two middle aged men) were inattentive, they didn't appear to enjoy their work, and we had to basically wave them down to get service. The drinks were lacking in alcohol content, especially given the outrageous prices. Patrons about us ordered meals that did not look at all appealing. When we inquired with a person about their spring rolls/sushi, they reported it was "ok". The setting is what this place is all about and likely why the prices are so high. Management may want to consider reviewing customer service training with their bar staff. Needless to say we didn't stay for dinner and didn't return.

    (2)

  • Sarah F.

    Very pricey but very delicious! You HAVE to have the ribs ($12 appetizer which is a good size). The steak is also amazing. You could have a meal by having the pupu sampler if you aren't too starving. Beautiful view and a must-see location for sunset views!

    (5)

  • Robert K.

    Excellent chef on premises now. The quality of food is very good as well as the service. Atmosphere is dark, no real view from most seats although the restaurant is located in the nicest property on Maui, the Grand Wailea. The premises is a must stop if visiting the island. Considering the location, the restaurant needs an overhaul to match the surrounding decor.

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    Ate at Humu on 2/24/13. Food was very good, but we like Mamas fish, in Paia, and Spago next door better. Service was great and the atmosphere, with the being surrounded by fish ponds, was incredible. Only gave 4 stars because it was the most expensive meal we ate at, and 2 restaurants we ate at we're better as far as food went.

    (4)

  • Adam K.

    This place was not my favorite restaurant in Maui or Hawaii in general. First off we made a reservation and they made us wait 20 minutes for our table and the food was only mediocre. If you decide to skip any restaurant in Maui, this would be it.

    (3)

  • Shawn B.

    I got engaged here and we had an AMAZING experience. All of the staff were awesome and helped me. The food was superb, the atmosphere and ambiance was one in a million type of spots. The prices for the quality of food were great. All around incredible experience.

    (5)

  • Alicia N.

    We came here for dinner last night and ordered off the restaurant week menu. Between the two of us, we ordered the pan fried scallops, Kula salad, Mac nut encrusted mahi mahi, petite surf & turf, and hula pie. Everything was good, including the taro rolls they served before the meal, but nothing stand out fantastic. The lilikoi Bellini was a little watered down, but the wine was good. Overall, I appreciated their use of local menu items & ingredients - why bother eating Italian or something else you can get anywhere? The company & ambience were the best part of the evening.

    (4)

  • Eileen S.

    We were staying at the resort and had our anniversary dinner here. The restaurant is lovely, open air seating with the ocean and lagoon with waterfalls as its backdrop. Almost everything was delicious. Tiger prawn appetizer and lobster bisque were delicious! Hubby got the surf and turf, he said his lobster and filet were good. I ordered the organic free range chicken which was unfortunately overcooked and dry.... I guess one should not order chicken at a seafood restaurant. I don't know what I was thinking... Justin, our server, was fantastic. He offered to have the kitchen remake my meal which I declined but took him on his offer to drown my chicken in a white truffle sauce. Ahh... he was right, white truffle sauce does make everything a little better :) Drinks were nice and strong. Our dessert (some sort of mudpie with chocolate macacadamia nut ice cream) was on the house and pretty good. Mahalo!

    (4)

  • Teresa K.

    yes it has a great view but the service was sub-par. we made reservations here a week out and when we were seated we were put in THE worst table in the entire place. we had seating for 5:45p so we wanted a sunset view, the place was nearly empty for it's size and they seated us in the back by the kitchen. when i asked for a better table they obliged with a great place, but with a different waiter who was occupied with two other tables and was not very attentive. from being initially seated it took about 35 mins to have our drink order taken and another 10mins to get our drinks. once our order was taken we received our food in a timely manner but getting service from our waiter was slow, even though he was apologetic it was annoying. The food was good, we both had a mahi mahi for the entree, ahi sashimi for apps and the chocolate mousse volcano for dessert. the dessert was really cute and looked like a little volcano and it also tasted great. The ambinance was great. Great views of the ocean, the lagoons around us and the fish within them. Even though the speed of service was on hawaii kicked-back time we were miffed at the lack of attention.

    (3)

  • Bryn W.

    We were dazzled all day by the Road to Hana, but unfortunately the dinner to follow just fizzled. The food is pretty good here, as is the environment, waterfalls and stocked pond below the seating area. But, the greatest disappointment was the service. When eating at a quality restaurant I expect better than average service, and that was not nearly the case here. After finishing my first beer I waited at least 10 or 15 minutes before our server returned to the table, and that was only when I asked the waiter clearing our appetizer plates if he was allowed to get a beer for me! Several others in my group were also waiting on drinks, so it wasn't only me. The restaurant was not busy either, especially for a Friday night. Finally, I can only feel that there was a lack of effort on her part because of our party size. The menu indicated that parties of 8 or more will have 18% gratuity added. We were a party of 8 and upon payment the gratuity was included on the bill. I am one who ALWAYS tips at least 20%, more if service is top notch or I see that the server is hustling. Needless to say, I did not add to the included gratuity. During a vacation in Miami Beach a few years ago my wife and I encountered the worst service repeatedly. Well every restaurant in Miami Beach includes a gratuity regardless of party size. No need to earn a tip if it is already included. One thing in Miami, another at a quality restaurant such as Humu.......

    (2)

  • David S.

    Lots of hate on here for Humu, I'm pretty surprised. Came here with my wife for some sunset drinks and appetizers since it was a short walk over from the far-more-overpriced Four Seasons. Very friendly waiters and bartenders, great food, and 1/2 priced Mai Tais... not sure what the hate is all about, but we loved it. Not to mention, beautiful views of the gorgeous Maui sunset.

    (5)

  • Jason F.

    Had dinner here while staying on Maui. Timed it right to have a seating during sunset. The view is amazing. The service was excellent and the food was also excellent. Even the maui bread that they give you was so good! Cant ask for more..5 stars. I'll be back!

    (5)

  • Michelle B.

    Just had a wonderful dinner here tonight. They are participating in restaurant week - for $49 I had a butter lettuce, white cheddar, pear and Mac nut salad, Mac nut crusted (but not breaded) mahi mahi, and hula pie. The food was fabulous, fresh, well seasoned, service was great. The mahi mahi had several complex flavors going on and was sitting on some local sweet potato mash. The hula pie was 100% better than Duke's and tasted blissfully fresh. Cannot believe we didn't come here last time we were on the island. The view is amazing and watched the last bits of the setting sun over the water from our table. Oh, and the tropical Cosmo was pricy at $16 - but so worth it!

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    My husband and I came here after several people recommended this restaurant. We are very sad to say that we did not have a good experience, and we would highly suggest you save your money. First of all, we had just arrived in Wailea for our honeymoon. We had written the restaurant directly weeks in advance and told them we were coming for this special occasion, that they came recommended and that we were excited to try their restaurant. Unfortunately, we did NOT receive great service. When we arrived, no one greeted us with an aloha or a congrats. We were taken to our seat, which was NOT one of the better seats in the house for our one romantic "splurge dinner" on Maui. Our waitress wasn't friendly at all. She never asked where we were visiting from or anything. My husband even mentioned that we were here for our honeymoon, and she didn't say anything!! No congrats or anything! We were so surprised. Other restaurants we had been to had been so nice, noting it was our honeymoon in the reservation and greeting us accordingly. Also, every other place we had been acknowledged our special event with a complimentary dessert or drinks. So... We gave them the benefit of the doubt and thought maybe the restaurant doesn't do that. But then... The table next to us was having an anniversary and they received a complementary piece of cake and a warm congrats. Very disappointing. And the food? Just ok. It was good... But not memorable or at all worth the high price tag. In fact, the Old Lahaina Luau buffet food was more memorable. While the atmosphere is romantic, there are better spots. Don't waste your money.

    (2)

  • D R.

    The restaurant is located in the Grand Wailaia Hotel, a Waldorf Astoria resort. The grounds are amazing to be seen. Waterfalls, romanesque pools, artwork and statutes befitting a museum...simply breathtaking. It's a bit of a hike though the hotel before you even make it to the restaurant. I felt like I was walking though the Swiss Family Robinson ride at Disneyland. The restaurant is nestled in a salt water lagoon filled with carp and a lobster tank where you can catch the lobster yourself (and pet it and name it apparently...yeah a little too traumatic around dinner time for me) we started with an appetizer and to be honest I can't remember what it was because the star of the dinner show was the ahi on a bed of coconut rice smothered in a yellow curry sauce and shrimp poke (po-kee). And as a side, which I'm not sure it's fair to call it that because it stole the show, we had caramelized Brussel sprouts and bacon. Oh. My. Goodness! The ahi was seared and melted in my mouth like butter. The coconut rice and curry sauce were the perfect flavor pairing. So much happiness was going on in my mouth it was a true vacation getaway! But wait...there's more! Dessert we shared a tropical sorbet made fresh in their kitchen. One scoop each of mango, passionfruit, and lilikoi. The first two were sweet while the latter lilikoi was very tart. It was like a part of my taste buds that I never used before were awakened. Now I understand why people pay top dollar for a meal. It was truly an experience. A feast for all the senses.

    (5)

  • Shreekant P.

    We were seated by the water, so great views. We were unfortunate to have a moderately loud foursome in the next table (I guess they were having a good time). Seafood appetizer served in coconut shell was real good.. The salmon and Kobe beef (with a glass of Franciscan Cabernet) were memorable. Really Mmmmm. This would have been a 5-star for the food quality, taste, and presentation but for the prices (I agree for a Waldorf Astoria, the prices were within reason). Reservations are highly recommended (read as required). Even the bar seating is very limited first come first served. Undoubtedly the best tasting/classiest dinner we had in the 10 days on the island. As Emmy D in her review writes, it is a very beautiful and musical name: Humu Humu--Nuku Nuku-Ah Pua-Ah! I did not realize it was the state fish!

    (4)

  • Kalani S.

    Aloha As a native Hawaiian I'm very selective on how I want my fish and lobster to be cooked but I have to tell you I'm pretty impress on how Juicy the Ahi was. The food was so delicious that we decided to go again on the next night. I ordered the Surf and Turf and it was well worth it. Overall the food was awesome but the service was not consistant, On the first night we Had Justin and man he was AWESOME! The next night we had a none personality waiter which took the excitement away. Overall the price is right for the amount of food you get. So I give this place a 1 and half thumbs up. All the past reviews of this place should be removed and if you ask why well as you know its Hawaii and you need to get use to paying a higher price for our food because this is how we survive on an Island. This place is better than eating at Ruth Chris Mahalo Humuhumunukunukuapua'a

    (4)

  • Ang I.

    The service was okay. Our waitress disappeared a lot and was hard to find. She didn't really seem to know much about the menu either. The food was just average. The real reason to come here is for the sunset view and the atmosphere. It was very romantic. Other than that I didn't think it was that spectacular. It was kind of meh. Plus it was really hard to find because the hotel is like a maze. The parking was expensive. Good thing they validated our parking ticket.

    (3)

  • Diana V.

    The concierge at our hotel (the Fairmont) made our reservation. We were told our credit card would be charged $50 per person if we cancelled. It wasvour last night in Maui and I really wanted it to be special. I asked for a rail table and for the reservation to be made at the time when that could be accommodated. We arrived early and reminded them that we asked for a rail seat. Very rudely, I was told that it would not be possible. Trying to be flexible, I said we could wait. The immediate response - without checking other tables or the reservation list - it will be another hour. I asked to speak to the manager. He was even more abrupt - offered no apology - simply said tables cannot be requested. I said " since we met our obligation, and you did not - we'd like to cancel without penalty". The manager said - "fine". Nothing else, and walked away. We had our hotel pick us up and we had the most amazing dinner at Nick's Fish Market. We should have started there. They evn made up a bed for our son at the foot of our table. He slept while we enjoyed our best meal in Maui.

    (1)

  • Yackisoba Y.

    My dad surprised me and my family and new fiancé with a sunset dinner here. Between us we had the pupu sampler, butterfish, ribs, Mahi Mahi, and kale salad. All the food was excellent, the ambiance was perfect and the waitress was a gem. I'm giving five stars, which i usually reserve for multiple visits, because it was such a wonderful evening and the overall experience was unforgettable!

    (5)

  • Andi R.

    We've been calling this Humuhumu-sucky-sucky or Humuhumu-boohoo-boo-hoo since we left. Overpriced. Not 5 star food at all. Go if you want a great view and 'the experience' of Maui, I guess. Husb had the scallop appetizer and said it was good; his bass with crab on top was just 'meh'. He said 'too heavy a hand on the sauce' I got the chicken (I know, I know, I'm in Maui, but...) and it was just good. The eggplant side was overly done. I mean, I ate it, but... not 5 stars as some have mentioned. Our waiter was good; very informative, knew a lot about each plate, polite, etc. We wish we had saved our $ and gone somewhere else.

    (2)

  • Green D.

    I sat at the bar both nights and was served by Max. Service was excellent. Sunset was excellent! I had the sushi roll and the mahi special of the evening. Both were great!! The sushi roll was the best roll I've ever had!! Usually I get only sashimi or nigiri, but Max recommended this roll--and it did not disappoint!! Also worth trying are the potatoes & hearts of palm au gratin.

    (4)

  • Chris H.

    The food is pretty good, but not everyone in my group thought it was outstanding. It is pricey, as you would expect in the Grand Wailea. It is set in a nice lagoon. You can order your lobster and it will be plucked out of a holding basket in the lagoon and dropped in the pot. The lagoon has lots of carp...I am not sure why they did not go with nicely colored Koi instead of the plain black carp, but maybe saltwater conditions to support the lobster don't suit koi. You can bring the kids to feed the carp at 5pm--just get the food from the hostess. That is also about the time the Hawaiian torch lighter runs around blowing on his conch shell. Not a great sunset spot...go to the Grand Dining Room instead for that.

    (4)

  • Jennifer M.

    I feel bad giving Humus two stars, but ours was a two and a half star experience and based upon our expectations and the price we paid I didn't feel comfortable rounding up to a three star review. We had a large lunch earlier in the day, so when it was time for dinner we decided to go someplace where we could enjoy a light meal of appetizers in a nice setting. We have eaten at Humus in the past and enjoyed ourselves, so when deciding where to go we quickly decided to go to the Grand Wailea. When we arrived the restaurant was only 1/3 full and it was past sunset and well into dinner service, so I was a bit taken aback by the maitre d' who upon learning that we did not have reservations stated that they might be able to find a table for us. I hate to be blunt but if your restaurant is nowhere near full you should be glad to have the business. Predictably they were able to accommodate us and we had a lagoon side table...perhaps surprising to the maitre d' but not to us given the number of empty tables in the restaurant. I have to admit that the food was quite good. We ordered humuhumunukunukupupu pu'ai (appetizer sampler), the awapuhi Niu ribs, a spiny lobster roll, and an order of fried rice. We wanted the sampler so that we could try a variety of appetizers, it came with the ahi traps, tempura shrimp, seared diver scallops, and ribs. The ahi traps were definitely unique and I enjoyed the aromatic flavor of the lemongrass, but texture wise the ahi was pretty mushy and bland, had it been seasoned this dish would have probably been our favorite of the night. Our favorite were the diver scallops which were perfectly seared and accompanied by a mandarin orange that perfectly highlighted the delicate flavor of the scallop, this was the appetizer that we enjoyed the most. Tempura shrimp was decent, but because it was placed on a pickled cucumber type salad our shrimp was soggy, a shame because this would have been excellent if the tempura was crispy. The Niu ribs are outstanding, they are so tender the meat falls off of the bone and we were so glad that we had ordered the full appetizer as everyone enjoyed this dish thoroughly. The spiny lobster roll was also delicious, though they brought out one tiny dish that held about two tablespoons of soy sauce for three people to share. Seriously I just ordered a $20 lobster roll, is it too much to ask that everyone be given their own soy sauce to enjoy it with? We tried finding our waitress to request extra soy sauce, but she was nowhere to be found. It's actually the service that we received while dining at Humus that dulled our enjoyment of the evening. The food was pretty darn good, but it just isn't enough to make up for poor service. We had better service from the waitress at Buca di Beppo than we did that night at Humus, and for a restaurant of Humu's caliber that is just unacceptable. Diane was our waitress for the evening and she is very friendly I will give her that much, but service that evening was definitely lacking. We spent 15 minutes after being seated waiting for our drink orders to be taken, it took 10 minutes for drinks to arrive and we didn't order anything complicated just a beer and an iced tea. They definitely need to work on timing at this restaurant because at 25+ minutes after being seated we finally placed our order. Once our food was brought to our table it was as though Diane had disappeared. There are several guys that are there carrying water pitchers and so our water glasses were never empty and they were very attentive. After a long time had passed and our drinks were empty with no sign of Diane coming back to see if we would like another one of the water guys finally came up and offered to get us new drinks, probably because he had seen me aimlessly swishing ice cubes around in my empty iced tea glass! I think Diane checked on us once our entire meal. Nearly two hours after being seated we saw Diane again and indicated that we had finished, after clearing the plates off of the table I was speechless when she whipped out a towel and started wiping it down as we were still sitting there, and before she had even brought out the check. I don't know if this is poor training or if she genuinely didn't understand that you shouldn't bus a table while the diners are still seated, but either way it should not happen at this sort of restaurant when it doesn't even happen at an Outback Steakhouse. At the end of our meal we just wanted to pay and get out of there, but of course after another 15 minutes had elapsed Diane passed us on her way to another table and then realized she had forgotten our bill, 15 minutes later the bill finally arrived and we were able to pay and leave. Our light meal turned into a two and a half hour ordeal, had it not been for the company and the good food the evening would have been a complete disaster. I'm sorry Humu's your food is good, but I've learned my lesson...never again!

    (2)

  • Chris Z.

    Another perfect example of over rated and way way over priced resort food. For the $70 I spent here on appetizers I could have had an awesome meal at a local place that actually wowed me. Instead I got about 8 bites of mediocre food and a glass of water in an open air restaurant with eye-drying fans blowing around the odor of fish from beneath.

    (1)

  • Corene C.

    The worst service and food of our trip to Maui. It's such a shame becasue the location can't be beat. The restaurant itself is so beautiful...so "Hawaiian" (for us tourist types) We were so excited! Too many negatives to mention but the biggee was our terrible tasting and cooked entree's arrived late and all the manager did was give our daughter a toy fish with no apology, just a smile and a shrug of the shoulders. My husband had a very nice but firm talk afterwards with management but they really didn't care because they knew we'd be on a flight out the next day. It really was the worst dining experience we have ever had - and we eat out 3 times a week! Maui is amazing and there are so many other choices you can make.

    (1)

  • James S.

    Excellent evening celebrating our 25th. Food was VERY good. However, a 5 star was not possible bases on our waiter. No personality whatsoever. Expected more.

    (4)

  • Erika T.

    The view is awesome! Great cocktails, and the food was good. I think in this case you're paying for the view. The service was not bad, but it also was not memorable. I would go back again.

    (3)

  • Rick S.

    Great ambiance. Excellent service. We had the fillet which was very good and the macadamia nut and pumpkin seed-encrusted Mahi Mahi which was small, but amazing. The sauces were first rate. I suggest you have a drink or two BEFORE dining here to save the $16 to $20 that they charge for most of their drinks.

    (5)

  • Ryan S.

    Yeah yeah, when you look at the pictures of this place, you think this is an amazing 5 star restaurant. "overlooking a picturesque fishpond, Humuhumuetc. is an amazing place to dine in ecstasy." Well, thats what I was thinking when I made a reservation here. We came here early, and walked through the seemingly endless grounds of the Grand Wailea resort, which is probably part of the reason this place got even two stars. Beautiful. We then walked into the restaurant, which was breathtaking, and made me shiver (but that might have just been from the cool breeze blowing through the open air hut). Basically, you're actually in a hut, overlooking a huge fishpond--pretty amazing. We were still very early, but wanted to order an appetizer, so were promptly seated at the worst possible table. All I could see was the Maitre D's huge belly. We got the pupu platter, which came and showcased breathtaking (literally, I choked it was so bad) vegetable covered ahi, OK ribs, very good scallops and other random stuff. After about half an hour, we were seated at yet another terrible seat, right in the middle of a subsection of the hut. This time, I couldn't see anything but a crying baby's tearing up eyes. I tried to tune this out, and eventually got surprisingly good at it. Our waitress came and gave us the menus, which were extremely small (waitresses excuse: new menu). We asked her about the items, which she seemed to have no knowledge of at all. So I had to decide on my own. *shudder*. I settled on the entree sized diver scallops, which the only response the waitress had to offer was, "they're good, you'll like them." (Wait, how would she know what I like?) My food came, I was ready to dig in. The first scallop of five went down in a snap, and I went to the next. I actually ended up eating only three, because the scallops just got boring, and the urge for my stomach to get rid of them got too large, so I stopped eating. Trust me, I will never ever come back here again. Oh and P.S: Did I mention the scallops cost $25? Sigh...

    (2)

  • Aileen C.

    Way expensive (average-tasting) drinks but yummy pupus (apps) that are worth the trip! Didn't have dinner here, but it's a great spot for happy hour to catch sunset!

    (3)

  • Law C.

    FOOD: 3 Stars AMBIANCE: 5 STARS! The ambiance is an Pacific islands style thatch roofed open air house surrounded by an intricate lagoon. The lagoon has hundreds of small shark looking fish swimming around right under where you are eating. We even saw a few puffer fish that were almost two feet in length! Crazy.. Look past the lagoon, statues and palms trees, and the Pacific Ocean is right there. Being in Maui, almost everything has some kind of ocean view, but this way the best view we've seen of the sunset our entire trip. There's spiny tail lobsters in the lagoon you can pick out to eat for dinner! How dope is that! Food: I wish I could have gotten a lobster but they stopped serving them at 6:30. I got the whole Thai snapper which was pretty good and overpriced. The ambiance was worth overpaying for the food though. Definitely will return if I go back to Maui.

    (4)

  • MJ F.

    It is a beautiful setting and the restaurant was very elegant Hawaiian motif among the fish ponds. We waited 5 minutes to be seated, service was fair. Funny we were told only one sushi chef on duty is why we waited 15 minutes with our bread and drinks before the Sushi rolls arrived. Steak and Lobster were OK but not as good as I have had on mainland. I guess I expected better from the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. I say go to see the place and have a drink, but don't waste your money on the fair food and service. We had more fun at Lulu's sports bar in S. Kihei with live music and Hula show. You can get a coupon there for 20% off! As a food service manager, I'd say they had staffing problems since they only allowed half the tables to be seated and were telling people without reservations to wait 1-2 hours for a seating. Definitely not worth the $160 we paid for dinner. Also, don't plan on self parking, Valet only, but they validate so it will only cost you the tip! Allow 15 minutes to work your way thru the maze to find the restaurant by the pools and beach.

    (3)

  • Eric F.

    If you stay at the Grand Wailea this is 5 stars because of the convienence. We went to eat and see the sunset. Wonderful atmosphere. We didn't get an aweful fishy smell as another said. The staff and service was really good. I had the mac nut mahi mahi(really good) and the wife had kobe short ribs(said it was good, tasted like roast though). I thought the dinner rolls were awesome with the onions grown in Maui that are apparently really sweet like fruit. The Hula Pie for desert was great. Price was what you would expect and I'm not disappointed. If you stay at the hotel this is a great option.

    (4)

  • Cindy B.

    The food here is fantastic. Yes, it's expensive, yes, it's kind of kitschy polynesian. But the food makes up for it. The ambiance is perfect. Make reservations in time for sunset. We had the goat cheese/melon salad (so perfectly paired). I still think goat cheese taste like what I imagine old man sweat would taste like. I kept my mind open and was pleasantly surprised. The scallops on a parsnip cake was wonderful. The scallops were sweet and seared. I had the surf and turf, steak was medium rare. The waiter almost forgot to give me the steak knife, funny, I didn't think I needed it. The steak was so tender, melt in your mouth practically. I don't ever remember having steak this good. The lobster was grilled. Though it didn't taste as sweet as the scallops, it was so simple and flavorful. My husband ordered the mac nut crusted mahi mahi. This dish is offered in so many restaurants, I couldn't see how this could be any different. But it was. It was very moist, you could really taste the freshness of the fish. It wasn't crusted in breadcrumbs and mac nuts (as is usually offered in other restaurants), instead the nuts were sprinkled on top of the fish, which was very complimentary and not overpowering. We shared the abalone chowder, which was put together at the table with a little bit of fanfare. lol. We were given a bowl with the main ingredients (abalone, onions, bacon) and then the curry-flavored soup was added to the bowl. We could have had 10 of these, but we coudln't have afforded it. We had the coconut tapioca flan which was delicious. What a terrific way to end the night.

    (4)

  • Troy L.

    Did not stay there, so went for dinner. Feels like you are in Disneyland, which I guess is cool for families, but not for a honeymoon couple. The views were nice and atmosphere with the fish floating around was pretty cool, when we could ignore the cheesy feeling But this all would have been fine if the food was good....it was not.

    (2)

  • Nathan T.

    Great location on the beach. Very cool building construction. Feel very comfortable here. Great food, and friendly staff. Jeff and Tracy made us feel welcome and helped our family have a wonderful evening. Thanks!

    (5)

  • Teena S.

    Don't waste your time or money!!! Dinner started out with tasteless, doughy white dinner rolls, vulgar for a resort restaurant of this supposed quality. The main courses were overly sauced and overwhelmingly rich. When you have such great seafood at your disposal, why would you go to such great lengths to destroy it! In all fairness, the Kula salad was very good and our waiter was pleasant.

    (1)

  • Ryan M.

    Enjoyed the Mahi Mahi with Bak Choy watching the amazing sunset with my beautiful wife. The food is very flavorful and the ambience is one of a kind. The staff however is awkward and most are not natives. The music playing was alternative and seemed irrelevant to the Hawaiian experience. I did not hear Aloha or Mahalo once? But the food, including the Hulu pie earned the 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Necia D.

    My husband and I went there last night to celebrate our 7 year wedding anniversary. The food was delicious. I have celiac disease and they were so careful and thoughtful with my food. Even brought me a gluten free bread basket. My husband did the surf and turf and was very happy. I had the Hawaiian snapper and it was moist and delicious. I also loved the toasted coconut rice that came with it. Since it was out anniversary they gave us dessert with happy anniversary written on the plate. NOT gluten free but they brought me a sweet potato and coconut pie also. Larry was THE best server and we wish he could have just sat down and had dinner with us! He even gave us a stuffed animal humu fish toy to bring home to our 11 month old daughter. SO sweet.

    (5)

  • Grant V.

    We went here our first night at the Grand Wailea. I'm not sure if my expectations were too high due to the price tag on the menu but I definitely feel I over payed for my meal. I took the servers recommendation and ordered the spiny lobster tail and added a filet. The filet was great! Lobster tail however was probably the worst lobster I've ever had. It was very chewy and not enjoyable. I'm not sure if that's just the way the spiny lobster is but for $58/pound I was expecting mind blowing lobster. Overall the service was good. Not the best service I've received after spending $200 on dinner but they were busy so it was not that big of a deal. If you do want to try the lobster I suggest going during their special when you can get the lobster for 50% off. I don't remember exactly when it is but if you are staying at the Grand Wailea they should have it in your guest service book.

    (2)

  • Michelle M.

    The setting is spectacular. I don't know how you could possibly have a better setting than this! The staff was wonderful with my daughter. Gave her food to feed the fish and even a stuffed animal ( a humu fish!). The food was great (mahi mahi and snapper). Excellent evening.

    (5)

  • Garrett R.

    We had a really great meal here. Came early for the sunset and discovered they had a Maine lobster special. Half off. That coupled with a very generous coupon from the hotel made the whole experience very reasonable. A great view of the water and a wonderful massive koi pond made the evening complete.

    (4)

  • Richard S.

    Great Views and fabulous food. Had the spiny lobster which was recommended by our server. Great choice. Was very happy with with this place

    (4)

  • Kenny Y.

    Great service and food. No high pressure selling by our waiter and he is friendly and courteous even tho we ordered the pre fix menu. Was expecting to have a higher class atmosphere since it is at grand wailea amd pricy menu.

    (5)

  • A P.

    Well Humu, we had a good run. You were top of the list, but we have seemingly drifted apart over the years. Its still charming to watch everyone run to the railing to click some sunset pics for that five star view - and the food is good, but the greatness is gone. The Ahi felt over-accessorized with the pho and foie gras while the scallop were cooked perfect but the parsnip and orange just didn't bring it all together. Remember that time we shared the Ahi with lima beans dish (weird sounding but it was amazing) and once upon a time the scallops were served atop potatoes... perhaps a few tweaks and bringing some of the oldies but goodies back - then maybe you and I can pick up where we left off and try to rekindle the magic we once had.

    (3)

  • Dennis S.

    Our five star visits to Humuhumu just keep coming. This time our 11-year old grandson was with us. "Grandpa, this is the best restaurant I've ever been to." Each time we visit the atmosphere and decor continue to be amazing. It's a Polynesian dreamland setting. That alone would not warrant five stars. But once again the food was excellent, service was even better than last time, and everyone in our party of six loved what they had. Plus my grandson's remark made my evening.

    (5)

  • Samira M.

    We had the most delicious and memorable dinner at this restaurant! We couldn't take our eyes off the sunset views from our table and the beautiful lagoon that surrounded us. You have to get the fresh caught lobster! You can choose which one you want and your server will take care of the rest. I highly suggest adding the filet with the lobster. The best steak I have ever had. Oh, and don't forget the mashed potatoes...Thank you for an unforgettable meal and experience!

    (5)

  • Michael M.

    Only thing better than the views was the food. A must go for sunset. We tried almost every restaurant in Wailea, and while they were all pretty good, this was the best. The views are spectacular, one of the in that resort section of hotels/restaurant where nobody can get in the way of your pictures. We liked it so much we went back a second night, the last night of our trip. The apps were all fantastic, and the Hamachi app is one of the most unique and tasty presentations I've ever seen. Ahi Loin & Monchong were fantastic. Just a great overall experience. Our server on the last night was Justin, and he was terrific as well. Superb place, great views, great vibe, great food.

    (5)

  • Miriam S.

    I'm very surprised that there are any bad reviews for this wonderful restaurant! Our waiter was incredibly attentive and had amazing recommendations, and everything we ordered was outstanding. We had a couple of ridiculously huge cocktails (luckily our waiter warned us of the size), and started with the Kampachi Poke - it was so fresh and delicious!! We loved it. Now we felt silly not ordering fish for dinner, but I ended up ordering the lamb and my husband (it was our honeymoon!) ordered the steak. Both dishes were delicious! They had an amazing deal going on so we actually got one entree free, so we were thrilled and surprised about that! We also tried the Humu Hulu pie which was quite yummy too. We would recommend this place to anyone! Especially at sunset! (Although it is pretty blinding lol).

    (5)

  • Denise B.

    Fabulous meal! I was shocked at how yummy the steak and lobster was. It was soooo good. I haven't enjoyed a meal like that in a very long time. It was expensive, but worth the cost. The drinks were not watered down and they had "fun" drinks for the kids (although the kids didn't like the mango smoothie). I had the mango strawberry margarita (okay, I had 2!). My husband had the ahi tenderloin in a soy-mushroom broth. He felt the sauce was good, but too thin and not spicy enough. My youngest had the teriyaki steak from the kids menu and enjoyed it very much. We had the hunu pie for dessert and really enjoyed it. The macadamia nuts were embedded in the ice cream and the cookie crust was awesome. The decaf coffee was excellent. We will come back for sure!

    (5)

  • Jen L.

    If you're looking for good food, save your time and money and go somewhere else. Since I was already staying at the Grand Wailea, I decided to give this place a try for dinner. Rest assured, service and ambiance won't disappoint. The restaurant actually sits atop of a lagoon and you have a great view of the beach. (If you do decide to come, try to make a reservation right before sunset). As far as the food goes, it was nothing special AT ALL especially at their price point. My boyfriend got the surf and turf--steak was made well, but was a tad too chewy and the lobster tails were over salted. For my entree, I was recommended the "popular" red snapper and while I do not doubt the freshness of the fish--it was overcooked, dry and again too salty.

    (2)

  • Russ S.

    Dined here as we got to the hotel late and did not feel like venturing out. The place was packed and we could only get seating at the bar, which was fortunate as our bartenders Max and Tracey were the best part of the visit. I had the Opah and my wife had the Caribbean Crusted Mahi. My fish was cooked perfectly and I am a big fan of Opah. My wife ranted about her fish, which the chef prepared gluten free. The ambiance was nice and very tropical. The meal and drinks were a little pricey but we were not disappointed. We tried to get in on a second night but again, only bar seating was available. Be sure to make a reservation.

    (3)

  • C D.

    We went here for our wedding dinner. They have us a free desert which we really appreciated. The food was really good and cooked well. Quality of food for the price is lacking although maybe cause I'm a Marin county snob I'm use to fresh high quality food. I found the value lacking but outside d that staff and service was perfect. Setting is on a pond with the ocean in the background. You can't see the whole ocean though. I don't think I would go again due to the value.

    (4)

  • Josh D.

    While the service was ok, the steak and spiny lobster combo was absolutely Devine! The lobster was sweet and the steak melted.

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    The ahi served with beef broth was a really nice surprise. The staff was knowledgeable and attentive. Definitely recommend!

    (4)

  • Kyle L.

    My wife and I recently returned from our honeymoon where we stayed for 8 nights at the Grand Wailea in Maui. We ate at many different restaurants, but Humumu was the only one we went to twice and the reason being is that the overall experience, food and atmosphere, was excellent. The restaurant is located right on the water so the views are really amazing, especially if you go around 6:30 or so and are there for the sunset. My wife and I took a few pictures here and both times our waiters asked if we would like them to take one of us as well which was really nice. Speaking of which, the waiters at this place were really awesome. They weren't fake phony, but genuinely nice people. I wish I remembered who served us (I think one of them was named Larry), but both were really down to earth, nice guys. even the guy who was filling our water cups the second night was really funny and nice. That overall attitude made the experience that much more pleasant and memorable. needless to say a restaurant is only as good as its food and Humumu excels here as well. The surf and turf (steak and lobster) was out of this world. You get two decently sized lobster tails and the steak that comes with it is seriously the best steak I have ever had. My wife got two different fish dishes, which she loved as well. So if you are staying in Maui and especially in the Wailea area, Humumus is a must go to. all the restaurants at the Grand Wailea were pretty good, but in my opinion at least Humumu was by far the best. Can't wait to go back next time I am in Maui.

    (5)

  • S H.

    We made day of reservations for 5:45, time enough for the half price lobster and prime table for watching beach and sunset. Got lucky I guess. Service was actually pretty good, but the drinks we had were subpar, switched to beer. Food was certainly overpriced, but for what we ordered, short ribs, pupu platter and crispy snapper, it was actually pretty good. Fish was moist, not over cooked, flavors with coconut rice a little sweet, but overall, good. Short rib a bit fatty, but decent meaty sections, sauce was ok, a little strong. Salads ok as well, got scared away from the lobster by the price and reading some previous reviews of chewy and poorly cooked. One downer, the food runners that brought our food to the table mumbled when they placed the food. Actually had to ask to repeat. I'd say 1/2 wait staff was good, other 1/2 seemed to be either hung over or just plain not wanting to be there. If you are sunset side seated, be ready for fat tourists leaning over your table to snap a few pics without even an "pardon me". Gave me an excuse to let my dark side out and let loose a few very choice words for those ill mannered bozos. So pretty good food, overpriced, we had a great waitress, you are paying for the view. Be aware.

    (3)

  • Monika C.

    One of my favorite restaurants on Maui and a place I definitely have to go to each time I'm visiting. The food is great and the open design of the restaurant on it's own little pond gives you the feeling of having dinner out on the water. The hamachi appetizer is AMAZING and one of my favorite appetizers of all time.

    (5)

  • Alice C.

    I am surprised that this place only got an average 3.5 stars, mean while General Store gets a better rating. The food is quite good, and their lobster bisque is some of the best I ever had. Of course being a classic Restaurant, some of the menu items are dated. Still done well. The two of us each got a drink, a appetizer and a entree, the bill is less than $180, not bad for a fancy night out at one of the best hotel in Maui. We got a table next to the lagoon, it was nice to watch the sunset.

    (4)

  • Don S.

    Is one of the prettiest restaurants I've even been. We had to order the menu because the waiter didn't bring it to us. The food was good even though we had to wait 45 mins to get the bread and it wasn't even than busy. The service was EXTREMELY slow but we will go back one more time since is so beautiful and see if the bad service was just a bad night.

    (2)

  • Peter Y.

    We dined here the other night and the table was awesome. The food was very good and so was the service. Would have given a five but it was quite expensive.

    (4)

  • Gail J.

    The hostess was exceptional! The food amazing,, however our service was not the best ,,, the waitress took our order , an we never saw her again. No drink refills , she never even asked which wine I was having , nor did we get to see the dessert items before the bill was brought !

    (3)

  • Matt S.

    We ate here during our last night of our honeymoon. Everyone was so friendly and the food was great. We sat overlooking water in a quiet corner of the restaurant. Our fish was cooked perfectly. Dessert was amazing as we had the Humu pie. We had the Humu pie at a few different locations and this was among the best. Was a bit pricey, but no disappointments.

    (4)

  • Maria S.

    I was so scared when we showed up... little tourist children running everywhere, way too loud music... At a place that is $42 a plate I thought?? They moved us to a quieter spot and then the night was perfect. This was some of the best seafood and flavor combinations I have EVER had. The ahi was AMAZING and the snapper was beyond good. Our waitress Christina was perfect, so helpful and sweet... Loved her. I wish I could describe the food better... Flavor Explosions in the Mouth is all I could come up with. Don't be fooled by the casual setting this place is worth the money!

    (5)

  • Morgan S.

    The ambiance was beautiful. The food not so great. Granted that I don't eat fish, but the other options were not only limited but not very good. I was less than pleased with the famous hula pie.

    (3)

  • Matt B.

    My wife and I had a wonderful dinner at Humu. The food was outstanding and the service was excellent. And, the view was amazing. We did the buy one entree, get one free happy hour special available from 5:30-6:30, plus a drink special as well. The Mahi Mahi and Snapper were excellent. The Mai Tai drinks were the best in Wailea. Brenden was a perfect server. A great way to celebrate an anniversary.

    (5)

  • Virgil H.

    We dined her twice while staying at the Grand Wailea. When I made the reservations for the first time I was asked if we are celebrating any occasion; I said no and my wife reminded me it was our anniversary. Humu is located on a lagoon built out on a huge deck so it is surrounded by water an koi. We had reservations around 6 and the view of the sunset is breathtaking. When we arrived we were taken to a private deck with an uninstructed view of the beach and ocean. When I asked why we were seated here I was informed that it was our anniversary! Our waiter was was fun, positive and very knowledgeable about the food, preparation and the area. He was attentive but also knew when to give you space. When you are seated they bring fresh baked rolls and butter. More about the rolls later. I had the crusted red fish with a pineapple risotto and my wife had the filet. For Hawaii the beef was excellent as was the fish. When it came time for dessert the waiter brought the Hulu pie gratis and happy anniversary was written on the plate in chocolate! Nice surprise. The waiter also brought is a basket of the rolls to feed the koi. We had told him we has a koi pond and enjoyed watching them so he brought us rolls and encouraged us to feed them and feel at home. The second time we went her it was just as enjoyable

    (4)

  • Brittany C.

    Drinks: Mai Tai - good Strawberry lemonade - refreshing Salad: Salad with carmelized macademia nut - was good Dinner: Surf & turf - bland, just another surf and turf dish, nothing special Vegetarian chef selection - macadamia nut crusted tofu, jasmine rice, bok choy... Rice was good but the tofu was just a big block with crushed macadamia nuts on top, inside of tofu wasn't cooked Service okay. Called same afternoon to make reservations and couldn't get in until 7:30p, according to hostess. Then my dad walked to the restaurant and was able to get us in at 5:45p. As we were there, the restaurant was dead until 7:00p! The atmosphere is dark, old, smelly and needs a major remodel. For the price, definitely not worth it - not even with our discount we received upon checking in at Grand Wailea hotel!

    (2)

  • Jon E.

    Heard great things about Humu's... It looks old. Best table on maui? Ya there is one over the water.... We sat amidst 30 people with no view. Ceviche smelled bad - was not fresh. Surf and turf - lobster was obviously frozen with a mushy texture - guess I should have sprung for a $300 fresh lobster? That is a tough choice with no right answers. Champagne was served in a thick glass flute, not acceptable stemware given the price of the bottle. So why go there? The newly opened Amasia restaurant (Alan Wong's) 50 yards away - also in the Grand Wailea - is SO much better. Or better yet... 100 yards the other way is Ferraro's at the Four Seasons.

    (1)

  • Stewart B.

    Awesome setting. Overpriced food.

    (3)

  • Marissa L.

    We really liked this restaurant, even though it was the most expensive table restaurant we've ever eaten at. (I'm not ashamed to admit that.) Two cocktails and two main dishes ended up being $150. I think for some of the reviewers this restaurant may have been disappointing, but for us it was very different and lovely from anywhere we've ever been. I was sad to learn that this part of the Grand Wailea, with it's small manmade lagoons and picturesque dining bungalows, will soon be demolished to build another wing of hotel rooms. If we ever come back to Wailea at all, it will probably already be gone. This is not a cheap restaurant, but for a hotel restaurant, it's incredible. It was, however, memorable. The server was incredibly friendly and gracious. We were seated by a lagoon at sunset on a Saturday night and got some beautiful pictures. It was very romantic. We didn't feel we needed dessert or appetizers, the food was quite filling, including the bread bowl. I ordered the seared ahi loin with foie gras dumpling and pho inspired broth, while my partner ordered the macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi with purple sweet potatoes and mushrooms. Both were fantastic. We also enjoyed our cocktails--I got the souvenir Mai Tai and he got a whole coconut. We noticed there were some shark-like fish in the lagoon and asked the server what they were. He said they were scavenger/bottom feeding fish to keep the lagoon clean and that if we thew a little dinner roll into the lagoon, they would eat it. He showed me how to throw the roll into the lake. Immediately, the fish attacked it, bumping into the floating piece of bread with their noses and pushing it around like a hockey puck until it finally became waterlogged and devoured. It was a nice way to spend a lazy sunset and cap off our vacation. Very different from the spectacle of the luau we went to the night before, but just as nice.

    (5)

  • K H.

    Very overpriced and mediocre at best. None of the restaurants at grand wailea are particularly good. Go to the four seasons instead. Lots of good food

    (2)

  • Dustin B.

    Holymoleyshouldawouldagotanothercoupon at the front desk so my bill wasn't so friggin' high. The Maine lobster was sweet and delicious. The lobsters are actually found in Hawaii - the shell color resembling a similar hue to the lobster-red sunburns that all the creepy old men sport at this place, wearing their Rico Suave-inspired shirts trying to get a glimpse of my wife. Celebrating a special occasion, they gave us the world's tastiest mocha dessert. Worth a trip - especially as a HHonors Gold/Diamond where you get a discount as I mentioned above.

    (4)

  • Nathan H.

    awesome atmosphere, killer staff, pretty good food as well. a great night out with the family. enjoy!

    (4)

  • Jack W.

    The most Horrendoushorendousterrribleterribleapua'a dining experience ever!!!! If there were negative stars on Yelp, this restaurant would get it as my rating. My wife and I established a rule many years ago, never eat in the resort when on vacation. This rule was established after getting burned too many times with overpriced meals, sub par food and bad service while eating at resorts. We broke this rule, and suffered the consequences. We were on vacation in Maui and staying at the Grand Wailea. We had heard great things about Humu and decided to celebrate our anniversary by having dinner there. What a huge mistake! We arrived on time for dinner a 7PM and our our reservations was honored and there were no issues. The view was great, even though it was in the bar area. Everything went downhill after we were seated. It took 10 - 15 minutes for us to get our water glasses filled, or even for the waiter to come to our table. When the waiter did arrive, there was barely a greeting. He didn't take our drink order, and almost immediately asked us if we knew what we wanted to order before we even looked at the menu. I actually had to prompt him to talk about the specials and the menu. He was huffy about this, and seemed bothered to be doing his job. When the food arrived, it was less than marginal. The waiter never came back to check on us, or refill our wine glasses, or offer my daughter a refill on her Coke. I ended up pouring the wine myself. The final kicker was when the waiter did come back to our table, he poured water in my half filled wine glass, and took 10 minutes to bring me a new wine glass and did not offer to replace our $70 bottle of wine. I was so frustrated, I actually ended up getting a new wine glass on my own from the bar. While the manager was accommodating after this debacle, it is not a restaurant I would recommend to anyone. You are seriously better off grabbing fish tacos from the food truck down the road; buying a bottle of wine from the ABC store; kicking on some Hawaiian music on Pandora and enjoying it all as a picnic on the lawn of the Grand Wailea during sunset. Stay away from this place!

    (1)

  • Traycee L.

    The lobster is better steamed and should be ordered at the half price rate. The full price is by far over priced for the amount of lobster served. The food is mediocre, but the real draw is the views and the experience. Definitely recommend for special occasions, but not for a quick family dinner.

    (4)

  • Josie W.

    This place is so beautiful. I got the whole Hawaiian experience here since it has the best ocean views. If you go there at their happy hour they have a really cool deal going on, buy an entree get the second one free! I'm glad that special was going on because this place is very expensive!! But it was worth every penny, our server Justin was awesome. And recommended I get the coconut crusted mahi mahi (try it!!!) which blew my mind!!! Also, Justin had us try their scallops, so amazing!!! I will definitely be back, I had such an amazing time there, and it really gives you that Hawaiian feeling!

    (5)

  • Tyler G.

    Great dinner with family. We ordered the Opah and Short rips. The fish was perfectly cooked and the ribs where very tender. Service was great.

    (5)

  • Ray S.

    Beautiful setting on top of a fish filled lagoon with great sunset views. Service is a bit slow if you have somewhere to go ?really, on Maui at night? I had the $72 three course meal with the surf and turf: green salad with some exotic flavors (very large, shared it with my wife), a yummy small lobster tail and 5oz steak, and one of the best desserts I had - Humu Pie (Macadamian nut & Kona coffee ice cream with an Oreo crust). My wife had the $49 snapper which was also good. The restaurant may not have the best food in the world, but it would be hard to beat the whole experience.

    (5)

  • Sharon Y.

    This was a lovely way to end our trip to Maui. The setting really can't be beat - fantastic views of the sunset from our open-air table right by the water, and we were also able to take advantage of the music and dancing from a nearby luau (best of both worlds - great entertainment and great food, which can rarely be had at a luau). Seems like the biggest problem with this place is inconsistency, but we were lucky - the food was quite good the night we came. We had the poisson cru (like a ceviche in coconut milk), which was quite good (but still no comparison to Mama's Fish House, sadly) and the crab-crusted hapu, which was excellent. Unfortunately, we didn't have any room for dessert (I think our server was even more disappointed than we were).

    (4)

  • Thoms M.

    Oh Humuhumu why? We REALLY REALLY want to like you. Every year we try and every year we leave disappointed (and slightly disgruntled over the price), but this year sunk to a level that required a negative review (which I hate to do). The good: Views: The restaurant has one of the most beautiful views ever (hence the 2 stars). Book a table before sunset and eat on the perimeter of the restaurant. We like a table in the front bar area. Service: Service is good here. The bad: The food: I don't say this lightly, but this has got to be one of the worst, most expensive, meals we've ever had. The "Day Boat" Scallop Entree: For $38 I received 4 "tiny" overcooked scallops on a slice of potato. No vegetable, no real starch (potato slice?). It was the size of an appetizer at best. And for the record, if these were "day boat" scallops they were small, chewy and improperly prepared. The Short Ribs (for my son): The portion was fair, but they were really fatty and the sauce was smokey, reduced (very thick) and SALTY. Absolutely awful. The next day by the pool we met another couple. We were sharing our Humu experience and they said "we had the short ribs and they were terrible". The price: Dinner for my husband and our son was a little over $300 including tip (pretty typical in HI for a "fancy" dinner. I am fine to pay that price if the food is great - but this was not even close. We had three terrible (overdressed) salads, three entree's and a bottle of $60 Chardonnay. Grand Wailea management. You have a beautiful restaurant here. Why can't you get it together? If you could make the food even half as good as the ambience, I wouldn't be here complaining. But the food here is terrible and expensive. You should be ashamed. Yelpers: Do yourself a favor. Have a drink at the bar, enjoy the view - but go anywhere else for dinner (we even had a better meal at Bistro Molokini). You'll be glad you did.

    (2)

  • Sarah B.

    I wasn't impressed with the food at all. On top of that, it was way overpriced. The only saving grace was the spectacular view. Save your money and find another place to watch the sunset.

    (2)

  • Yashmi M.

    This place is awesome! The restaurant is surrounded by water, with koi fish and the like swimming around. We watched the sunset during our meal. The service was great! The meal was def expensive (even with the summer buy one entree get one free entree special), but my meal was awesome! My husband's meal was good but the fish he had was a little overcooked for him. We started with the Salad of Waipoli Watercress and Shaved Fennel - yummy! It was a large enough serving to be a meal. Glad we shared it! The vegetarian entree: Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi - served with tofu instead of Mahi Mahi - with purple Sweet Potato Puree, Shitake Mushrooms and Ginger Vinaigrette. The potato puree was delicious! One thing I learned about Hawaii is that they feel it's acceptable to grill a block of tofu and serve it like that with some sauce on top - yuck! (it's not meat!!!) (and I eat tofu). SoI learned to ask them to cut up and cook the tofu and they gladly did it...the macadamia crust was amazing! I really enjoyed the entree. For dessert we had their signature dish...it was served with a chocolate man! very cute! And very delicious! It got 5 stars from me, but lost a star as my husband was not as happy with his snapper that was over cooked. I should mention that they gave us a little stuffed toy fish (humuhumu i believe) for both of our kids...very nice! Overall a great experience, a little too pricey though!

    (4)

  • Cameron C.

    it was ok. get the meiomi pinot wine. it's good and worth the price. other than that, place is too proud with prices. wouldn't go back. but 3 stars cause it was ok.

    (3)

  • Bob B.

    Setting is awesome. Great sunsets, statuary, wildlife. Ken, our waiter (and Master Sommelier), made the evening memorable, even in a skirt. He is a gem. **Food was just mediocre for the price. Best part of the meal was the 2009 Latour Puligny Montrachet. And I'm not kidding. It needed to warm up and be decanted, but was stellar. They do validate parking.

    (3)

  • Adkinl A.

    This restaurant is my favorite on Maui. The fish is excellent, the views are spectacular and the service is top notch. Everyone raves about Mama's but for my money, take me to Humu!

    (5)

  • Kehau S.

    This is a great fine dining restaurant for families, because kids can feed the fish, which my son just loves doing! It's also probably the best fine dining view on the south side of Maui. It's amazing to go for the sunset. The food is good. The best deal is if your a Hilton Honors member: you get a $40 discount, plus two free drinks, plus bonus Hilton points if you spend over $50. My husband had the mahi the last time we went - it was delicious. The sides are also very good - the bok choy is simply amazing!

    (4)

  • Sy N.

    Fun to say, and a great place to dine. Is it overpriced? Sure, but it's a restaurant at a shmantzy resort, so that it to be expected. That said, the food ranged from good to phenomenal. (The wine we ordered, a $65 Pinot noir from Willamette Valley, was unimpressive.) The apps we ordered were quite good - a hamachi sashimi that had innovative and delicious preparation, and ribs that were so tender you could probably eat them with a spoon. Our entrees were the salmon that was ridiculously good (and I tend to be a harsh critic with salmon) and a short rib that was tasty, if a little fatty. Dessert was likewise delish. In short, I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to hit Humu next time I'm on Maui, but if I stay in Wailea again, I will be sure to enjoy it again. Oh, and the thatch-hut style restaurant on a lagoon is fun and pretty, but hey, it's Maui, so no real bonus points for a good view. :)

    (4)

  • Heather W.

    This is a restaurant handily located at the Grand Wailea. I mean handily located there if you happen to be staying there and required a tiki-perfect experience with prices to match. Prices are expected, being between $40 - $60 per entree. Appetizers and salads are on par with any fine dining experience. It's interesting to read reviews that complain about salmon being tasteless, or chicken being dry.... why are you ordering non-local foods? Where do you think those salmon come from? I'd huff spray paint before ordering salmon in Hawaii.... or chicken, for that matter. Spiny lobster are wild caught and have a shortish season, after which you are S.O.L. Prices are $54/lb and $58/lb respectively and half off before 6:30 p.m. Not a bad deal, really. Service was exemplary. Jeff was absolutely spot on with everything, good about our outrageously cranky kids and even gave each of the little monsters a stuffed humuhumu fish as a door prize before we left. Actually, I think those were a thank you for not destroying the entire restaurant. I ordered spiny Lobster, which was superb -- these really are worth paying the price. They are highly protected and seasonal and when they're gone, they are gone. No way to get 'em and over the last many years of visiting the islands, this is the first time I've lucked out to get one. Then again, I've never really sought them out before, either. Others ordered the lamb, the mac nut crusted mahi mahi, salads, the carpaccio and some kind of ceviche -- damned fine fresh local fish creatively served and mighty ono. Overall the food is, well, decent. It's good. It's not great. It's definitely not $50/plate good, but you're paying for the Polynesian ambiance, the safety of resorty-ness, the "hey I'm in Hawaii and this is high-end stuff" idea... but it's not great. I give them points for being pretty laid back and having a good sense of humor about young kids. They even had a kids menu where a variety of entrees are sure to appeal at only $12 a pop, including some nice ice cream for dessert. But then, you're also paying for what it is: Trader Vic's all done up in a shiny wrapper and being treated like you're special because you can afford it. It was fun, the service was terrific, the food enjoyable but there's still that feeling of being in a resort and disconnected from the 'real world'. Can't fault them for what they are, but they are NOT Mama's Fish House by a long shot, and yet.... there's something to what they do offer which again, is beautiful, rather kitchsy ambiance and decent, though somewhat affected food. It helps to ask questions, too: the Tiki's are all made by one guy, who works on the grounds and carves all of them. Ask about how they get the Maine lobster (they purchase them as nymphs and grow them in chilled Hawaiian waters which alters their taste from what us mainlanders are used to)... just for example. Overall, it's what it is. Enjoy it for that and if you wince at spending the money, remember that this is Hawaii. It's par for the course unless you're willing to buy and cook local.

    (3)

  • Melissa S.

    yumm great service, view and hotel. Loved my trip and this place had great food. The Desserts are awesme too!!!

    (5)

  • Jack K.

    I have no choice but to give this place a 1 star rating. Four years ago we were at the Grand Wailea and we missed going here so we made it important we go here on our four year anniversary. We approached the restaurant and it was erring and only half full. The menu looked great so we proceeded. As we approached the hostess, she prompted us with a question, "do you have a reservation?" No, aloha, no hello. We didn't have one and were told it would be an hour wait...restaurant half full... Turned away, no options, no consideration. Later we walked by, still empty. Shame on them.

    (1)

  • Karen S.

    Way over priced for the food and the experience. They require a reservation, but the restaurant is half empty when you arrive. Spend your precious time and money somewhere else.

    (2)

  • Tim L.

    Expectations at a restaurant like this are always high and for good reason given the price you pay. Not every dining experience is perfect so I tend to judge an establishment based on how they deal with imperfection. First off the setting is extremely pleasant especially seated alongside the railing or at the vip table outside of the roofline. Long story short... Likes: -ambiance (nice views and tables are spaced far enough to provide a better intimate experience). -Food (my filet mignon was superb and cooked perfectly. My wife's mahi mahi was succulent and even the kids dishes were high quality...that's from my kids.) -attentive server -Made negatives into positives (see below) Dislikes: -wines by the glass are limited (at the very least have one higher end bottle open to pair with each dish. In our case there was no option to pair with my magnificent filet mignon, however our server did explore options. In his defense he was limited by their inventory) -mistakes by the kitchen (they completely botched one of our kids orders and brought the wrong dish, but they made amends) Overall we had a great experience. I can't say enough about the food. The wine list needs some tweaking. Our server was amazing. They ended up comping both kids meals and allowed them to pick any desert as part of their kids meal. This easily could have been a two star review, but the staff made sure we left happy...the stuffed animals for the kids was nice parting gift to end the evening.

    (5)

  • Idaho Travelers S.

    We shared a nice sunset dinner here while at the Grand. We ordered starters of Ahi Tartare and the Seared Day Boat Scallops, and then entrées of Niman Ranch Prime Rib Eye and the Filet Mignon. All of the food was excellent, perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The only reason this review is not 5 stars is due to the lack of service. Our first server was great and very attentive. She took our order and brought our starters and drinks. She and another gal came to our table just after bringing the starters to let us know that they would both be our servers. We didn't see either one of them again. Anytime we needed anything, including our check, we had to flag someone down. This was true for everyone that was sitting in our section of the restaurant. Go for the food and the sunset... but maybe sit in the bar area for more attentive service.

    (4)

  • JD H.

    Lucky enough to be eating at this place 4 months after my last review. I'm amending it be dropping a star. I would give it 3.5 if I could. The bottom line is that it is a beautiful place to watch a sunset while having a meal but this only occurs if you time your reservation around sunset. The schtick of dining over a lagoon in a thatched hut will only take this place so far and while it vaguely implies eating in a native forgotten South Pacific environment, the service kind of matched it with some very long pauses where we could not track down our server to request things like the check. The real disappointment for me on this visit was the lack of originality in the tasting menu. I ordered this last time and I decided to order this again as a comparison. I'm irked by the fact that the menu specifically implies that the "Chef's 4 Course Tasting on a Whim" is going to be something unique and original. In fact, the server on both occasions described it as something akin to a mysterious secret because even they have no idea what will be coming out of the kitchen until they pick it up for service. I was told that it is the chef's way of "showcasing and highlighting" what they feel are the absolute best and freshest ingredients and it is up to the chef to choose and prepare them as they see fit and if you choose the paired wine flight, it is up to the beverage manager to select what will pair the best. In general, I love tasting menus and have sampled them all over the world. I have found them to be truly great expressions of what talented kitchens are capable of and have even found that the things they send out tend to be adventurous, creative, off script and rarely repeated. The disappointment for me here was that on both occasions now, the 4 courses (2 starters, a main, a dessert; $72 or $96 with wine pairing) were identical (starters of Hamachi crudo with yuzu and celery shave ice; Seared scallop on a potato cake with baby peas and yuzu; Crispy Mahi-Mahi with bok choy and forbidden rice; Humu pie) and so were the wine pairings (2013 Kato Sauvignon Blanc; 2013 Eroica Riesling). All of these items are on their regular menu so there was nothing original or extra special about this except perhaps it was a reasonable value since it was multiple courses of smaller portions so we got to taste more items for less money. To be fair, the food was well-prepared and consistent from visit to visit. I suppose that I could have come on the only night within 4 months where the exact same ingredients inspired the kitchen in the exact same way along with the wine selection choice all resulting in exactly the same meal but I doubt it. Instead, it suggests that this is really just a prix fixe menu representing slightly better value and is likely the same items all the time. I would be ok with that if it were called that and the items were identified up front so the diner had some chance at knowing whether or not it would be what they want to have for their meal. However, the menu is misleading because it sets the diner up for something that they think is super-unique and surprising and what you are served is a smaller portion of what everyone else around you is also able to eat. I still really like this place, love the resort, and enjoy having a meal here when visiting just to look at the sunset but for the real foodies out there, this will disappoint.

    (3)

  • Bjorn N.

    We recently held our wedding reception here and we were not disappointed! The food was outstanding and the wedding menu they helped us prepare received raving reviews from our guests. Our group was 26 total guests, and we were seated in a semi private area near the water fall. We started out with a choice of scallops or dumpling, I did the scallops, they were great! My wife had the dumplings and loved them. We then had a choice of Mahi Mahi, Monchong or a Filet. A quick glance showed that most people ordered the Mahi or Monchong. Personally my wife and I both had the Monchong it was outstanding! My brother was sitting next to me, and was raving about the Mahi Mahi! The staff was great, Lexi helped us set up the event and was top notch. We are so happy we decided to have our reception here. We love this place!!!!!

    (5)

  • Claudia C.

    Popular restaurant in the grand wailea , great place to have dinner with the family or with that special someone. The servers are very attentive It was a very welcoming atmosphere. Delicious food and drinks

    (5)

  • Barry M.

    Sure wish Yelp would start letting us give 0 stars. Wow...what a disappointment! Celebrating our 20th Wedding Anniversary and they actually charged us for the obligatory dessert. Didn't notice it until the bill came - really tacky. Ask us first if we want the cheap dessert before bringing it as a "surprise". Avoid this place at all costs - guess they figure it's easy to just "rip off" the tourists.

    (1)

  • Candice C.

    Humuhumu is one of my favourite restaurants on Maui. Located in the Grand Wailea Hotel this restaurant really encompasses Hawaii and it's fantastic fare. Humuhumu is probably the most beautiful restaurant I've ever been to! Over looking the ocean it's the place to be for a sunset dinner. The perfect place to go for a romantic experience. Their menu is eclectic and modern. Offering many locally caught fish and traditional dishes. The drink menu is nothing short of daunting! Try the Coconut Martini, it was my favourite!!

    (5)

  • Derek S.

    The setting and atmosphere sitting over salt water lagoon under and thatched roof hut and open air views of the ocean are hard to beat. The food on the other hand was very average. We were eating light and the table ordered a bunch of appetizers and sides. The good: mashed potatoes, abalone chowder soup were tasty and would get again. The average: dumplings, fried rice, ahi poke just were not that good. They lacked flavor and just compared to what you can get even at the poolside restaurants it falls short. The service was polite and fairly quick but it was simply very average food at hotel prices. It's one thing if the place is delivering amazing food and you pay the inflated cost for the atmosphere, convenience and the like but this is just not worth it. There are many better options on hotel grounds and near by.

    (2)

  • Debby W.

    Ahhhh. We have returned to Humu for the half priced lobster... Tonight our waiter is Brandin. Wow, he is Amazing! He has made an excellent restaurant a Fabulous choice. We always love this restaurant... But ask for Brandin & you will have an extraordinary experience. He is a 5 Star waiter who goes above & beyond in all areas of service! He even offered to take photos & took some of the nicest couple photos of our vacation. Very great Lobster. 1/2 price at 5:30. Yummy.

    (5)

  • Sam E.

    This was our second time to the restaurant. The first time was about four years ago, and it was such a wonderful experience and the mistake was trying to recreate that amazing experience by going to it again this time around almost four years later. We had dinner reservations at 7:15 and we were seated very quickly and waited for our waitress to come by. After 30 mins of going back and forth with her, we finally ordered. Then, we did not see our waitress again for the remainder of the dinner and asked a completely different person for the check and after paying and walking out...we still couldn't find her. Mediocre food with extremely high prices and smelly water all around. Save your noses, taste buds and your appetite and head else where!

    (3)

  • Aaron E.

    Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Restaurant is great place to grab a cocktail while in gorgeous Wailea, just be sure to come with a full stomach and wallet. The view natrually is the main attraction to the restaurant, and what a view it has! Located in front of the beach at of the Grand Wailea resort, you would be hard pressed to find a better scenic view. The interior is your stereotypical Hawaii tiki chic which is fine for its locale but would most likely be deemed tacky or garish outside of Hawaii. After a quick study of the menu, I decided on a simple Pupu to go along with a bottled beer. The Kampachi Poke was not cheap on any standard at $19.00, so my expectations ran high as I am accustomed to exceptional Poke at half the premium. As an afterthought, I may have set myself up for some disappointment... The dish is tiny. A (literally) one inch puck of cut meat dashed with Cilantro, Avocado Puree and Smoked Ponzu sauce. The smoked Ponzu was the defining flavor of the appetizer as I did not detect much, if any, of the avocado and a rush of cilantro acts as a close. Not a bad Poke, to be fair. I can appreciate the brevity of the ingredient list and will be the first to admit that the fish was undeniably fresh and clean tasting, but the portion in relation to cost was shocking. This would be a amuse bouche at a typical restaurant, not a flagship appetizer commanding nearly $20.00. I suppose the view isn't going to pay for itself and I expected my wallet would take some hits while in Hawaii, and on that Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Restaurant did not let me down. I would most certainly return for another beer or cocktail perhaps at dusk to take in the majestic view. As for dining, I think I have experienced enough thanks.

    (3)

  • Lisa I.

    I love so much the decoration of this restaurant, very creative and peaceful surrounding by pool and small waterfall. The cocktails, food are served very artistic.

    (5)

  • Erik J.

    Stay at grand wailea. Food was good but not for kids. Quiet romantic place but kinda weird setting. Food was good but not sure I'd go back for the price. Glad I went once

    (4)

  • James B.

    Excellent restaurant! Excellent service! Excellent food! I would definitely recommend this to anyone, anytime!!

    (5)

  • Joey D.

    Romantic and exotic beachfront setting Award winning cuisine prepared with the freshest local ingredients Fresh lobster available from the lagoon Idyllic spot to enjoy the spectacular Wailea sunsets with a tropical drink This idyllic Wailea restaurant is set on a million-gallon saltwater lagoon, filled with tropical fish. Select your own lobster from the lagoon or savor delicious island fish and beef dishes, prepared using only the purest and freshest ingredients from the land and sea.

    (5)

  • Kristyn W.

    Super romantic, beautiful sunset, and everything was delicious! Our server Diane was AWESOME! Ask for her, you won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Sherry B.

    Humuhumunukunukuapua'a is a must to hit when in Maui!!!!~ Located in the Grand Wailea Hotel this restaurant really encompasses Hawaii just beautiful from the walk into the restaurant to sitting down overlooking the ocean. Humuhumunukunukuapua'a is probably one of the top five restaurants I have ever been to. Overlooking the ocean is the place to be for a sunset dinner. The perfect place to go for a romantic experience, or just to enjoy with friends. Breathtaking!!! Their menu covered just what we were looking for.... Offering many locally caught fish and traditional dishes. I had the Crispy Mahi Mahi with Forbidden Rice, just beyond outstanding. My daughter had the Keiki Teriyaki Steak and it was just as good as mine. The place is not cheap, but once you've enjoyed your evening there it was worth every bit. When our bill came out, they even brought my 7 year old daughter a cute little stuffed fish about 10"with the name of the resort on it. This was a huge hit with my daughter. We hit this place the first night we were there, I just wish we could have got back there another time before we had to leave. So enjoyed the night from beginning to end!

    (5)

  • Louis R.

    Redic views of the A'ina and the ocean. Awesome-5-star service, aloha-service. Ono fish, savory and fresh. Hella spensive...oh yeah. Better be $$$$-ballin. If you have the cabbage, def get lunch here. Even if you don't, just take out a loan...you only live once. Mahalo

    (5)

  • Amy A.

    I had an amazing experience eating at this restaurant. The layout was beautiful. We had a man named Yeshua help us with our food choices along with the pairing of our drinks. The food was beyond average. My favorite was the tomato appetizer and the salmon. Every bite was full of flavor. The service was excellent.

    (5)

  • Janet W.

    Super touristy but a lovely spot for the sunset. The food was good, but waaaay out of line price-wise (and living in LA we know when big prices are justified) but the restaurant really could use a little bit of an upgrade. It's definitely not elegant as I'm sure it was when it opened a couple of decades ago. We requested a seat along the water railing and made the reservation for sunset for a reason. The request was not honored even though there were unoccupied tables along the rail. We were seated beside a fetid bit of water in the center where nothing but mosquitoes would survive, and that's exactly what was there. Try to get moved if they put you there. We tried but were denied. Choices like this restaurant are one of the reasons we always rent houses instead of resorts. I think the thrill is gone for them. Too bad.

    (2)

  • Jeffry L.

    This place is a great place to get a nice meal. We wanted some good food and great atmosphere while celebrating 10 years of marriage. They made it special by brining a fancy dessert. Our server was great and she was very helpful with describing what was on our plate (we got the 4 course prix fixe). All the plates were unique and well done. If you go, make sure you book your meal around sunset (we booked for 6:30pm) We got some great views while dining.

    (4)

  • Gina H.

    Have been here multiple times over the past few years. Not a great as it used to be. They are really missing an opportunity to have a great bar. The service at the bar is eh-ok. The fish tank is gone so the whole bar area feels empty and uncomfortable. Drinks are just ok. Beautiful setting though, and the food is good.

    (2)

  • Fatima K.

    AMAZING! The good was excellent! The restaurant was gorgeous! This was the highlight of our trip. We could see whales in the water and the temperature was perfect. It was magical. As for the food: Scallops were amazing! So worth it! The steak was good but the seafood was great The fried chicken was really good and the portions were generous (their portions are small so this was a surprise, it was a 1/2 chicken)... Everything was very fresh and delicious! They even gave our babies a stuffed animal. That was very nice of them. You have to go if you're in Waleia!

    (5)

  • Erin M.

    Everyone we talked to raved about this place, but I'm not really sure why! Maybe because it's the only nice-ish restaurant at a really fancy hotel?? I don't know. It's really dark inside which seems funny for a place right on the ocean, and the waitresses were nice but forced to wear these weird cheap-looking dresses with one shoulder strap and a kukui nut necklace slung over the other shoulder. Very weird. The food was mediocre and overpriced. More than one person at my table had crunchy rice, and my dish was a fancy version of something I probably could have found at Panda Express! Don't get me wrong, it all tasted fine, but I would not pay $50+ for any of those entrees again. Get out of the resort and find something better elsewhere!!

    (3)

  • Kimberley E.

    Overall: Awesome. Everything about this place is amazing! My husband, baby, and I came for dinner on a Wednesday evening. We were seated promptly at a table along the railing with a nice sunset view (absolutely gorgeous)! Justin, our server, was the greatest! He was kind, knowledgable about the menu, and on point with all of his recommendations. He even brought over a little stuffed humuhumu for our little one to keep her occupied while we ate! App: ordered the Japanese sashimi. It was apparently award winning. It was good, but I don't know about award winning. Entrees: husband got the lamb. It was so so good! I don't usually like lamb, but this one was so tender and perfectly cooked. Our server recommended that we swap the side it comes with with the garlic mashed potatoes. We did and did not regret our decision to do so! I got the potato crusted salmon. It was so flavourful. Cooked medium rare sitting in a daisho broth with broccolini, corn, and mushrooms. So good we are coming back in 2 days to order the exact same thing. After reading all of the negative reviews here I was tempted to cancel our reservation. I'm so glad I didn't!

    (5)

  • Jackie M.

    I usually recommend this place to my friends who will be vacationing in Maui. Humu is situated in Wailea Hotel and the restaurant itself is a floating lagoon with bamboo rooftop. Very relaxing and nice ambiance overlooking the ocean. Food is on the pricer end, but you are in Wailea area. The fish entree was decent and good, but not amazing. You are really going there for the atmosphere for average food. Service is very attentive.

    (4)

  • Nancy L.

    Ate here twice. First night was a huge hit. Service and food outstanding. Pricey but worth it. The ladies went out of their way to make us all feel welcomed and kept the drinks coming in a discreet and professional way. The second night was almost a total missed. Food was still good but service was bad. I would almost even say terrible. If the waiter was letting us take our time and relax, he should have said so, because we were anything but relaxed waiting for our drinks and the opportunity to start ordering dinner. I would give it three stars but the first night was perfect and don't want to downgrade the restaurant for one bad, maybe overworked waiter.

    (4)

  • Hanie B.

    The restaurant is inside the Grand Wailea Resort. Food not soo good but the view and the restaurant itself is beautiful. Amazing sunset from your table, also the drinks wasnt bad for happy hours. I'll def coming back for a walk on the side of the beach here. Valet parking takes an hour. Who likes waiting in the valet parking?

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    Can't even give this place proper credit....it just feels like aloha. Yeah...it's pricey, but how many times do you go to maui. It's good times, don't pass it up

    (5)

  • Chris W.

    Food was great. Tried the wine and dine set menu with the surf and turf as entree pick since best buck for the money. The humu ice cream desert that came with the set meal was awesome. Service was a bit slow as my waitress focused her attention on tables with a big group of people or should I say big $$$ bills, but I didn't mind since I was alone and had all the time in the world. Besides, the hotel upgraded me to a deluxe suite room and also provided me with a $25 gift card to use at this restaurant, free buffet breakfast at the Grand Dining Room, and 2 cocktail vouchers at the Lobby Lounge because my reserved room was not available due to some US Bank conference at the hotel. I really appreciated the hotel's extra kind hospitality.

    (5)

  • Carlos S.

    I just went there last night. I give them 5 stars for the excellent service, selection and drink menu. I wanted to take my wife out somewhere nice and this place was amazing. The scenery and atmosphere was perfectly set over the huge koi pond. I recommend the dumplings for the appetizers, seared ahi and filet mignon for the main courses, and Mai Tai and the pirates treasure for the drinks. Keep in mind this place isn't cheap but if you got the dough, is well worth it.

    (5)

  • Jack S.

    We went here with two of our friends, and all of us left unimpressed. The setting is very nice with seating under Tiki hut type structure with open air over the grounds of the Grand Wailea. The service wasn't bad, but it wasn't what you would hope for at an expensive restaurant. Our server just wasn't personable. I like to say that a good server can make Mediocre food taste good, and a bad server can make good food taste mediocre, and our server fell into this later category. As to the food, it was good but there is much better food on Maui, and much more reasonable prices. We ate at Mama's Fish House the other day, and it is Expensive, but they really go out of their way to be sure you have a great experience, where Hamuhamu... However they spell it was not close by miles to being in the same league. I would not return for another visit, but I will visit Mama's again, so it isn't the money.... It is what I got for my money that made me rate it poorly.

    (3)

  • Isabella S.

    Delicious food! Awesome atmosphere and service! We dined here on our honeymoon, this was our dessert along with complimentary champagne from staying at the hotel!

    (5)

  • Brittany H.

    pretty damn good restaurant and even better experience. be prepared to be wow'ed. first day in... spiny lobsters of the season. aside from the glorious, overly decorated, swagging aquarium, waterfalls and lagoons, you really come here to pick out your own lobster and choose your preference for how to cook it. We picked out the biggest guy ever... 2.75 lbs of pure goodness. I preferred it grilled over steamed. I am a slow eater, and by the time i was done with it, the meat was a little tough (as other reviewers have pointed out) but it wasn't that tough at the initial bite. In fact, i was savoring every moment of it, because it was so damn good. The tiger prawns and hamachi apps were pretty good. A little sloppy when it came to presentation but was easily forgivable. i would come back in a heartbeat...but i'd also come just at the nick of time to catch the sunset here....

    (4)

  • Aaron B.

    This was a nice, but not amazing meal. Sadly, there was a mixup on our children's orders which meant two of our three children were served 12 mins after the rest of us. They went out of their way to make us happy, offering free wine, children's stuffed toys and similar. So even though a mistake was made which irritated me no end (the waitress misheard me because of my NZ accent and thought I said chicken fingers instead of Turkey burgers), I must acknowledge they cared about ensuring they put it right afterwards. I had the lobster for dinner, which was nice but not amazing. If anything it seemed a little tough after being grilled but maybe I'm just being a little picky. My wife had the mahi mahi which she enjoyed. The children had 2 turkey burgers, which although late, was enjoyed. One major annoyance is that I was blinded by the sunset, just a funny direction I was pointing in I guess but it did detract a bit. Humuhumu is a nice place to dine, but it's not as great as they make out to be. The surrounding lagoon is attractive though, and adds to the atmosphere. I'd score it 3.5 out of 5.

    (3)

  • Sherry W.

    Larry was wonderful and the food was good. What would have made it better is a seat with a view and a hostess who would have been willing to move us, especially since those tables remained open during our entire visit. (And our reservation was made a wk ago). Thank you very little Seattle girl. Also. Being placed in spider corner was less than enjoyable, my husband had the "luxury" of one landing on his arm.

    (4)

  • Mary S.

    The food was first class, just as the view. The design protects from the trade winds but let's in just enough to enjoy the breeze. The ahi tare tare was delicious and my main of Hawaiian Snapper was cooked wonderfully. It had a nice crispy skin and a creamy, citrus sauce added at the table. I could have licked the bowl. My spouses sift and turf was cooked perfectly. Book with the Resturant if possible, the concierge booked us for the wrong day, but the staff quickly corrected it. We will be back on out next time to Maui.

    (5)

  • Rich B.

    The restaurant told us they didn't have any tables available for the night we went there. We arrived early before 5 and had drinks at the bar to see if a table opened up. After an hour we decided to eat at the bar great service and drinks. After staying there over 2 1/2 hours and only observing 1/3 of the tables to be full we felt that they don't care if they are busy or not, we are locals but it was obvious they didn't want customers in tables that night. I would hate to be a hostess there it appears they don't want customers or there told to tell there customers that they don't have any open tables( Sad)

    (2)

  • Idaho Travelers S.

    We shared a nice sunset dinner here while at the Grand. We ordered starters of Ahi Tartare and the Seared Day Boat Scallops, and then entrées of Niman Ranch Prime Rib Eye and the Filet Mignon. All of the food was excellent, perfectly prepared and beautifully presented. The only reason this review is not 5 stars is due to the lack of service. Our first server was great and very attentive. She took our order and brought our starters and drinks. She and another gal came to our table just after bringing the starters to let us know that they would both be our servers. We didn't see either one of them again. Anytime we needed anything, including our check, we had to flag someone down. This was true for everyone that was sitting in our section of the restaurant. Go for the food and the sunset... but maybe sit in the bar area for more attentive service.

    (4)

  • Jack K.

    I have no choice but to give this place a 1 star rating. Four years ago we were at the Grand Wailea and we missed going here so we made it important we go here on our four year anniversary. We approached the restaurant and it was erring and only half full. The menu looked great so we proceeded. As we approached the hostess, she prompted us with a question, "do you have a reservation?" No, aloha, no hello. We didn't have one and were told it would be an hour wait...restaurant half full... Turned away, no options, no consideration. Later we walked by, still empty. Shame on them.

    (1)

  • Karen S.

    Way over priced for the food and the experience. They require a reservation, but the restaurant is half empty when you arrive. Spend your precious time and money somewhere else.

    (2)

  • Bjorn N.

    We recently held our wedding reception here and we were not disappointed! The food was outstanding and the wedding menu they helped us prepare received raving reviews from our guests. Our group was 26 total guests, and we were seated in a semi private area near the water fall. We started out with a choice of scallops or dumpling, I did the scallops, they were great! My wife had the dumplings and loved them. We then had a choice of Mahi Mahi, Monchong or a Filet. A quick glance showed that most people ordered the Mahi or Monchong. Personally my wife and I both had the Monchong it was outstanding! My brother was sitting next to me, and was raving about the Mahi Mahi! The staff was great, Lexi helped us set up the event and was top notch. We are so happy we decided to have our reception here. We love this place!!!!!

    (5)

  • Claudia C.

    Popular restaurant in the grand wailea , great place to have dinner with the family or with that special someone. The servers are very attentive It was a very welcoming atmosphere. Delicious food and drinks

    (5)

  • Barry M.

    Sure wish Yelp would start letting us give 0 stars. Wow...what a disappointment! Celebrating our 20th Wedding Anniversary and they actually charged us for the obligatory dessert. Didn't notice it until the bill came - really tacky. Ask us first if we want the cheap dessert before bringing it as a "surprise". Avoid this place at all costs - guess they figure it's easy to just "rip off" the tourists.

    (1)

  • JD H.

    Lucky enough to be eating at this place 4 months after my last review. I'm amending it be dropping a star. I would give it 3.5 if I could. The bottom line is that it is a beautiful place to watch a sunset while having a meal but this only occurs if you time your reservation around sunset. The schtick of dining over a lagoon in a thatched hut will only take this place so far and while it vaguely implies eating in a native forgotten South Pacific environment, the service kind of matched it with some very long pauses where we could not track down our server to request things like the check. The real disappointment for me on this visit was the lack of originality in the tasting menu. I ordered this last time and I decided to order this again as a comparison. I'm irked by the fact that the menu specifically implies that the "Chef's 4 Course Tasting on a Whim" is going to be something unique and original. In fact, the server on both occasions described it as something akin to a mysterious secret because even they have no idea what will be coming out of the kitchen until they pick it up for service. I was told that it is the chef's way of "showcasing and highlighting" what they feel are the absolute best and freshest ingredients and it is up to the chef to choose and prepare them as they see fit and if you choose the paired wine flight, it is up to the beverage manager to select what will pair the best. In general, I love tasting menus and have sampled them all over the world. I have found them to be truly great expressions of what talented kitchens are capable of and have even found that the things they send out tend to be adventurous, creative, off script and rarely repeated. The disappointment for me here was that on both occasions now, the 4 courses (2 starters, a main, a dessert; $72 or $96 with wine pairing) were identical (starters of Hamachi crudo with yuzu and celery shave ice; Seared scallop on a potato cake with baby peas and yuzu; Crispy Mahi-Mahi with bok choy and forbidden rice; Humu pie) and so were the wine pairings (2013 Kato Sauvignon Blanc; 2013 Eroica Riesling). All of these items are on their regular menu so there was nothing original or extra special about this except perhaps it was a reasonable value since it was multiple courses of smaller portions so we got to taste more items for less money. To be fair, the food was well-prepared and consistent from visit to visit. I suppose that I could have come on the only night within 4 months where the exact same ingredients inspired the kitchen in the exact same way along with the wine selection choice all resulting in exactly the same meal but I doubt it. Instead, it suggests that this is really just a prix fixe menu representing slightly better value and is likely the same items all the time. I would be ok with that if it were called that and the items were identified up front so the diner had some chance at knowing whether or not it would be what they want to have for their meal. However, the menu is misleading because it sets the diner up for something that they think is super-unique and surprising and what you are served is a smaller portion of what everyone else around you is also able to eat. I still really like this place, love the resort, and enjoy having a meal here when visiting just to look at the sunset but for the real foodies out there, this will disappoint.

    (3)

  • Candice C.

    Humuhumu is one of my favourite restaurants on Maui. Located in the Grand Wailea Hotel this restaurant really encompasses Hawaii and it's fantastic fare. Humuhumu is probably the most beautiful restaurant I've ever been to! Over looking the ocean it's the place to be for a sunset dinner. The perfect place to go for a romantic experience. Their menu is eclectic and modern. Offering many locally caught fish and traditional dishes. The drink menu is nothing short of daunting! Try the Coconut Martini, it was my favourite!!

    (5)

  • Derek S.

    The setting and atmosphere sitting over salt water lagoon under and thatched roof hut and open air views of the ocean are hard to beat. The food on the other hand was very average. We were eating light and the table ordered a bunch of appetizers and sides. The good: mashed potatoes, abalone chowder soup were tasty and would get again. The average: dumplings, fried rice, ahi poke just were not that good. They lacked flavor and just compared to what you can get even at the poolside restaurants it falls short. The service was polite and fairly quick but it was simply very average food at hotel prices. It's one thing if the place is delivering amazing food and you pay the inflated cost for the atmosphere, convenience and the like but this is just not worth it. There are many better options on hotel grounds and near by.

    (2)

  • Debby W.

    Ahhhh. We have returned to Humu for the half priced lobster... Tonight our waiter is Brandin. Wow, he is Amazing! He has made an excellent restaurant a Fabulous choice. We always love this restaurant... But ask for Brandin & you will have an extraordinary experience. He is a 5 Star waiter who goes above & beyond in all areas of service! He even offered to take photos & took some of the nicest couple photos of our vacation. Very great Lobster. 1/2 price at 5:30. Yummy.

    (5)

  • Sam E.

    This was our second time to the restaurant. The first time was about four years ago, and it was such a wonderful experience and the mistake was trying to recreate that amazing experience by going to it again this time around almost four years later. We had dinner reservations at 7:15 and we were seated very quickly and waited for our waitress to come by. After 30 mins of going back and forth with her, we finally ordered. Then, we did not see our waitress again for the remainder of the dinner and asked a completely different person for the check and after paying and walking out...we still couldn't find her. Mediocre food with extremely high prices and smelly water all around. Save your noses, taste buds and your appetite and head else where!

    (3)

  • Gina H.

    Have been here multiple times over the past few years. Not a great as it used to be. They are really missing an opportunity to have a great bar. The service at the bar is eh-ok. The fish tank is gone so the whole bar area feels empty and uncomfortable. Drinks are just ok. Beautiful setting though, and the food is good.

    (2)

  • Aaron E.

    Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Restaurant is great place to grab a cocktail while in gorgeous Wailea, just be sure to come with a full stomach and wallet. The view natrually is the main attraction to the restaurant, and what a view it has! Located in front of the beach at of the Grand Wailea resort, you would be hard pressed to find a better scenic view. The interior is your stereotypical Hawaii tiki chic which is fine for its locale but would most likely be deemed tacky or garish outside of Hawaii. After a quick study of the menu, I decided on a simple Pupu to go along with a bottled beer. The Kampachi Poke was not cheap on any standard at $19.00, so my expectations ran high as I am accustomed to exceptional Poke at half the premium. As an afterthought, I may have set myself up for some disappointment... The dish is tiny. A (literally) one inch puck of cut meat dashed with Cilantro, Avocado Puree and Smoked Ponzu sauce. The smoked Ponzu was the defining flavor of the appetizer as I did not detect much, if any, of the avocado and a rush of cilantro acts as a close. Not a bad Poke, to be fair. I can appreciate the brevity of the ingredient list and will be the first to admit that the fish was undeniably fresh and clean tasting, but the portion in relation to cost was shocking. This would be a amuse bouche at a typical restaurant, not a flagship appetizer commanding nearly $20.00. I suppose the view isn't going to pay for itself and I expected my wallet would take some hits while in Hawaii, and on that Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Restaurant did not let me down. I would most certainly return for another beer or cocktail perhaps at dusk to take in the majestic view. As for dining, I think I have experienced enough thanks.

    (3)

  • Lisa I.

    I love so much the decoration of this restaurant, very creative and peaceful surrounding by pool and small waterfall. The cocktails, food are served very artistic.

    (5)

  • Erik J.

    Stay at grand wailea. Food was good but not for kids. Quiet romantic place but kinda weird setting. Food was good but not sure I'd go back for the price. Glad I went once

    (4)

  • James B.

    Excellent restaurant! Excellent service! Excellent food! I would definitely recommend this to anyone, anytime!!

    (5)

  • Joey D.

    Romantic and exotic beachfront setting Award winning cuisine prepared with the freshest local ingredients Fresh lobster available from the lagoon Idyllic spot to enjoy the spectacular Wailea sunsets with a tropical drink This idyllic Wailea restaurant is set on a million-gallon saltwater lagoon, filled with tropical fish. Select your own lobster from the lagoon or savor delicious island fish and beef dishes, prepared using only the purest and freshest ingredients from the land and sea.

    (5)

  • Kristyn W.

    Super romantic, beautiful sunset, and everything was delicious! Our server Diane was AWESOME! Ask for her, you won't be disappointed.

    (5)

  • Sherry B.

    Humuhumunukunukuapua'a is a must to hit when in Maui!!!!~ Located in the Grand Wailea Hotel this restaurant really encompasses Hawaii just beautiful from the walk into the restaurant to sitting down overlooking the ocean. Humuhumunukunukuapua'a is probably one of the top five restaurants I have ever been to. Overlooking the ocean is the place to be for a sunset dinner. The perfect place to go for a romantic experience, or just to enjoy with friends. Breathtaking!!! Their menu covered just what we were looking for.... Offering many locally caught fish and traditional dishes. I had the Crispy Mahi Mahi with Forbidden Rice, just beyond outstanding. My daughter had the Keiki Teriyaki Steak and it was just as good as mine. The place is not cheap, but once you've enjoyed your evening there it was worth every bit. When our bill came out, they even brought my 7 year old daughter a cute little stuffed fish about 10"with the name of the resort on it. This was a huge hit with my daughter. We hit this place the first night we were there, I just wish we could have got back there another time before we had to leave. So enjoyed the night from beginning to end!

    (5)

  • Louis R.

    Redic views of the A'ina and the ocean. Awesome-5-star service, aloha-service. Ono fish, savory and fresh. Hella spensive...oh yeah. Better be $$$$-ballin. If you have the cabbage, def get lunch here. Even if you don't, just take out a loan...you only live once. Mahalo

    (5)

  • Amy A.

    I had an amazing experience eating at this restaurant. The layout was beautiful. We had a man named Yeshua help us with our food choices along with the pairing of our drinks. The food was beyond average. My favorite was the tomato appetizer and the salmon. Every bite was full of flavor. The service was excellent.

    (5)

  • Janet W.

    Super touristy but a lovely spot for the sunset. The food was good, but waaaay out of line price-wise (and living in LA we know when big prices are justified) but the restaurant really could use a little bit of an upgrade. It's definitely not elegant as I'm sure it was when it opened a couple of decades ago. We requested a seat along the water railing and made the reservation for sunset for a reason. The request was not honored even though there were unoccupied tables along the rail. We were seated beside a fetid bit of water in the center where nothing but mosquitoes would survive, and that's exactly what was there. Try to get moved if they put you there. We tried but were denied. Choices like this restaurant are one of the reasons we always rent houses instead of resorts. I think the thrill is gone for them. Too bad.

    (2)

  • Jeffry L.

    This place is a great place to get a nice meal. We wanted some good food and great atmosphere while celebrating 10 years of marriage. They made it special by brining a fancy dessert. Our server was great and she was very helpful with describing what was on our plate (we got the 4 course prix fixe). All the plates were unique and well done. If you go, make sure you book your meal around sunset (we booked for 6:30pm) We got some great views while dining.

    (4)

  • Fatima K.

    AMAZING! The good was excellent! The restaurant was gorgeous! This was the highlight of our trip. We could see whales in the water and the temperature was perfect. It was magical. As for the food: Scallops were amazing! So worth it! The steak was good but the seafood was great The fried chicken was really good and the portions were generous (their portions are small so this was a surprise, it was a 1/2 chicken)... Everything was very fresh and delicious! They even gave our babies a stuffed animal. That was very nice of them. You have to go if you're in Waleia!

    (5)

  • Erin M.

    Everyone we talked to raved about this place, but I'm not really sure why! Maybe because it's the only nice-ish restaurant at a really fancy hotel?? I don't know. It's really dark inside which seems funny for a place right on the ocean, and the waitresses were nice but forced to wear these weird cheap-looking dresses with one shoulder strap and a kukui nut necklace slung over the other shoulder. Very weird. The food was mediocre and overpriced. More than one person at my table had crunchy rice, and my dish was a fancy version of something I probably could have found at Panda Express! Don't get me wrong, it all tasted fine, but I would not pay $50+ for any of those entrees again. Get out of the resort and find something better elsewhere!!

    (3)

  • Kimberley E.

    Overall: Awesome. Everything about this place is amazing! My husband, baby, and I came for dinner on a Wednesday evening. We were seated promptly at a table along the railing with a nice sunset view (absolutely gorgeous)! Justin, our server, was the greatest! He was kind, knowledgable about the menu, and on point with all of his recommendations. He even brought over a little stuffed humuhumu for our little one to keep her occupied while we ate! App: ordered the Japanese sashimi. It was apparently award winning. It was good, but I don't know about award winning. Entrees: husband got the lamb. It was so so good! I don't usually like lamb, but this one was so tender and perfectly cooked. Our server recommended that we swap the side it comes with with the garlic mashed potatoes. We did and did not regret our decision to do so! I got the potato crusted salmon. It was so flavourful. Cooked medium rare sitting in a daisho broth with broccolini, corn, and mushrooms. So good we are coming back in 2 days to order the exact same thing. After reading all of the negative reviews here I was tempted to cancel our reservation. I'm so glad I didn't!

    (5)

  • Jackie M.

    I usually recommend this place to my friends who will be vacationing in Maui. Humu is situated in Wailea Hotel and the restaurant itself is a floating lagoon with bamboo rooftop. Very relaxing and nice ambiance overlooking the ocean. Food is on the pricer end, but you are in Wailea area. The fish entree was decent and good, but not amazing. You are really going there for the atmosphere for average food. Service is very attentive.

    (4)

  • Nancy L.

    Ate here twice. First night was a huge hit. Service and food outstanding. Pricey but worth it. The ladies went out of their way to make us all feel welcomed and kept the drinks coming in a discreet and professional way. The second night was almost a total missed. Food was still good but service was bad. I would almost even say terrible. If the waiter was letting us take our time and relax, he should have said so, because we were anything but relaxed waiting for our drinks and the opportunity to start ordering dinner. I would give it three stars but the first night was perfect and don't want to downgrade the restaurant for one bad, maybe overworked waiter.

    (4)

  • Hanie B.

    The restaurant is inside the Grand Wailea Resort. Food not soo good but the view and the restaurant itself is beautiful. Amazing sunset from your table, also the drinks wasnt bad for happy hours. I'll def coming back for a walk on the side of the beach here. Valet parking takes an hour. Who likes waiting in the valet parking?

    (4)

  • Mike M.

    Can't even give this place proper credit....it just feels like aloha. Yeah...it's pricey, but how many times do you go to maui. It's good times, don't pass it up

    (5)

  • Chris W.

    Food was great. Tried the wine and dine set menu with the surf and turf as entree pick since best buck for the money. The humu ice cream desert that came with the set meal was awesome. Service was a bit slow as my waitress focused her attention on tables with a big group of people or should I say big $$$ bills, but I didn't mind since I was alone and had all the time in the world. Besides, the hotel upgraded me to a deluxe suite room and also provided me with a $25 gift card to use at this restaurant, free buffet breakfast at the Grand Dining Room, and 2 cocktail vouchers at the Lobby Lounge because my reserved room was not available due to some US Bank conference at the hotel. I really appreciated the hotel's extra kind hospitality.

    (5)

  • Carlos S.

    I just went there last night. I give them 5 stars for the excellent service, selection and drink menu. I wanted to take my wife out somewhere nice and this place was amazing. The scenery and atmosphere was perfectly set over the huge koi pond. I recommend the dumplings for the appetizers, seared ahi and filet mignon for the main courses, and Mai Tai and the pirates treasure for the drinks. Keep in mind this place isn't cheap but if you got the dough, is well worth it.

    (5)

  • Sherry W.

    Larry was wonderful and the food was good. What would have made it better is a seat with a view and a hostess who would have been willing to move us, especially since those tables remained open during our entire visit. (And our reservation was made a wk ago). Thank you very little Seattle girl. Also. Being placed in spider corner was less than enjoyable, my husband had the "luxury" of one landing on his arm.

    (4)

  • Jack S.

    We went here with two of our friends, and all of us left unimpressed. The setting is very nice with seating under Tiki hut type structure with open air over the grounds of the Grand Wailea. The service wasn't bad, but it wasn't what you would hope for at an expensive restaurant. Our server just wasn't personable. I like to say that a good server can make Mediocre food taste good, and a bad server can make good food taste mediocre, and our server fell into this later category. As to the food, it was good but there is much better food on Maui, and much more reasonable prices. We ate at Mama's Fish House the other day, and it is Expensive, but they really go out of their way to be sure you have a great experience, where Hamuhamu... However they spell it was not close by miles to being in the same league. I would not return for another visit, but I will visit Mama's again, so it isn't the money.... It is what I got for my money that made me rate it poorly.

    (3)

  • Isabella S.

    Delicious food! Awesome atmosphere and service! We dined here on our honeymoon, this was our dessert along with complimentary champagne from staying at the hotel!

    (5)

  • Brittany H.

    pretty damn good restaurant and even better experience. be prepared to be wow'ed. first day in... spiny lobsters of the season. aside from the glorious, overly decorated, swagging aquarium, waterfalls and lagoons, you really come here to pick out your own lobster and choose your preference for how to cook it. We picked out the biggest guy ever... 2.75 lbs of pure goodness. I preferred it grilled over steamed. I am a slow eater, and by the time i was done with it, the meat was a little tough (as other reviewers have pointed out) but it wasn't that tough at the initial bite. In fact, i was savoring every moment of it, because it was so damn good. The tiger prawns and hamachi apps were pretty good. A little sloppy when it came to presentation but was easily forgivable. i would come back in a heartbeat...but i'd also come just at the nick of time to catch the sunset here....

    (4)

  • Aaron B.

    This was a nice, but not amazing meal. Sadly, there was a mixup on our children's orders which meant two of our three children were served 12 mins after the rest of us. They went out of their way to make us happy, offering free wine, children's stuffed toys and similar. So even though a mistake was made which irritated me no end (the waitress misheard me because of my NZ accent and thought I said chicken fingers instead of Turkey burgers), I must acknowledge they cared about ensuring they put it right afterwards. I had the lobster for dinner, which was nice but not amazing. If anything it seemed a little tough after being grilled but maybe I'm just being a little picky. My wife had the mahi mahi which she enjoyed. The children had 2 turkey burgers, which although late, was enjoyed. One major annoyance is that I was blinded by the sunset, just a funny direction I was pointing in I guess but it did detract a bit. Humuhumu is a nice place to dine, but it's not as great as they make out to be. The surrounding lagoon is attractive though, and adds to the atmosphere. I'd score it 3.5 out of 5.

    (3)

  • Mary S.

    The food was first class, just as the view. The design protects from the trade winds but let's in just enough to enjoy the breeze. The ahi tare tare was delicious and my main of Hawaiian Snapper was cooked wonderfully. It had a nice crispy skin and a creamy, citrus sauce added at the table. I could have licked the bowl. My spouses sift and turf was cooked perfectly. Book with the Resturant if possible, the concierge booked us for the wrong day, but the staff quickly corrected it. We will be back on out next time to Maui.

    (5)

  • Rich B.

    The restaurant told us they didn't have any tables available for the night we went there. We arrived early before 5 and had drinks at the bar to see if a table opened up. After an hour we decided to eat at the bar great service and drinks. After staying there over 2 1/2 hours and only observing 1/3 of the tables to be full we felt that they don't care if they are busy or not, we are locals but it was obvious they didn't want customers in tables that night. I would hate to be a hostess there it appears they don't want customers or there told to tell there customers that they don't have any open tables( Sad)

    (2)

  • Heidi V.

    All our food was cold. Service was very average. Not what I would expect from the restaurant at the Grand Wailea.

    (2)

  • Andrew F.

    Staying at Grand Wailea so wanted to try this place out. Really nice place, lagoons everywhere and really not a bad seat in the house. When making your reservation two things: 1- Request a table near the water, you're in for an incredible sunset if you time it right! 2- First hour they are open, 50% off any spiny hawaiian or maine lobster- good times. I got the maine lobster, very tasty and a nice presentation. For sides myself and some friends got the fried rice which was awesome and probably the best $9 asparagus ive ever had in my life. Well, the only $9 asparagus i have had- was really good though. Bar drinks were flowing the whole time and our server was very attentive to it all. Have to expect to drop a few bucks when dining here, but you really are paying for the whole experience- not just the food. Seriously the most amazing sunset ive ever seen. Also, awesome fish tank in the middle of the place!

    (4)

  • Mary O.

    This restaurant vastly exceeded my expectations. Restaurants with great views, a fun atmosphere, and cocktails served in coconuts tend not to have exquisite food, but this one does. Everything we ordered was carefully, beautifully prepared from the freshest ingredients and full of inventive and delicious flavors. Our server, Diane, was gracious, personable, and attentive, and inviting and kind to our three young children. It's not cheap, but for an evening we will always remember, it was well worth the money. The perfect place to go to set the tone for your Maui vacation. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Debbie H.

    We had dinner here last night. From the moment we sat down until the moment we left, our experience was perfect! Our server was really knowledgable, friendly, funny and attentive. We started off with some cocktails and our server made very helpful suggestions when we asked for his advice. The drinks were fantastic! For dinner, I had the lobster and we got to select the lobster from a lagoon filled with them. It was steamed to perfection. My husband had a vegetarian version of the macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi and he liked it very much. The restaurant sits above a lagoon and overlooks the ocean. There are tons of fish in the lagoon and the waitstaff gave the children food to feed the fish, the kids we saw really enjoyed that. We also happened to be at the restaurant while the sun was setting, what a gorgeous view! We are guests at the Grand Wailea and I am a diamond hilton honors member so we were given a coupon for two free drinks. We had more than two drinks, lol! Because it was still considered to be happy hour and we had the drink coupon, our dinner price was knocked down from $225 to $116! You cannot beat that! We will definitely be back to Humu!! Thank you, Humu!!

    (5)

  • Ronald J.

    I was rushed so they could turn over my table for another reservation. The tuna steak was nothing special and served in a broth. My wife didn't care for the Ono which was quite thick and firm. The sunsets are amazing. Cost is too high, just get a rental car and go to Mamas

    (3)

  • Andrew L.

    Wow! I went here with very low expectations after reading the other yelp reviews. However, now I learned that you can not trust that yelp reviews always give a honest opinion. When I go out I rate the place on three things food , service, ambiance. The bad reviews on here are obviously from your typical tourist who is looking for bland non flavorful "meat and potato" food. Food: Amazing! So flavorful , sweet , savory and cooked to perfection. We started with the corn chowder , omg, it was perfect . Then the house salad , forgot the name , also incredible. Fishes topped it off , highly recommended the snapper and mahi mahi , my girlfriend was in heaven while eating it ! Service: incredible , ask for justin! He had been there for years so you should have luck in that request. Ambiance: best in Wailea ! We just stayed at the four seasons and it was better than their best offering , Ferraro. I learned tonight , never trust the reviews , see for yourself . Kudos to this fine restaurant for putting love into one of our vacation dinners.

    (5)

  • Robert F.

    Romantic, fun and enjoyable meal. We enjoyed the food, ambience and great service from our knowledgeable and friendly waitress. She took great care of us and helped make our meal the best it could possibly be. Eating under the thatched roof, watching the fish in the pond and listening to the occasional light rain made this a perfect dining experience. Special Features: Vibrant Bar Scene, Good for Groups, Great for Outdoor Dining, Romantic, Special Occasion, Scenic View, Hot Spot

    (4)

  • Lani M.

    The setting is beautiful and the food was very good. I had the Opakapaka (pink snapper) and it was delicious but I had a very similar dish the night before at Monkeypod that was way better. I think with this place, you're paying for the atmosphere.

    (3)

  • Lacee H.

    Went here for a celebration dinner of our engagement with my fiancé. Be prepared to spend some big money, our dinner was roughly 220$ but we had the steak and lobster. The resort looks amazing, the restaurant overlooks the beach and the sun was setting so it was perfect. Every single staff person was friendly especially our waiter. Every bite was delicious. I honestly wish we could afford dinner like this everyday, it was that good.

    (5)

  • Zach M.

    Good service. Everything else awful. Dined here last night because wanted to check out grand wailea. Have been staying next door at four seasons for our honeymoon. Our server was Brian I think. He was great- I actually felt bad he has to backup this bad of a restaurant. A lot of people mention price with this place - and hey, it's maui- everything is pricey. But that's ok if it's kind if worth it and this place isn't even close. Let's start with drinks. $20 maitai and $8.75 domestic beer. These are both 15-25% more than the four seasons. Ambiance? It's kind of a shack by the pool. Good views but you have lots of options for that. It actually has kind of a stench to it from stagnant koi ponds around it. Wife got salad and app as entree I got salad and fried chicken. Fried chicken was just fried chicken with siracha. Wife's app was 3 mushy prawns she was afraid to finish. Here's the thing we went to Spago, the night before and for the exact same meal spent $220 and it was incredible. At this joint we spend 170 ans worry about getting sick. It's not even the same world. Spend the extra 50 dollars. Humuhumu is the first time on this island I've actually felt like they were just blindly ripping me off. Great waiter tho.

    (1)

  • Amanda I.

    So here's the deal. I've been to amazing restaurants all over the world, and this one in comparison is maybe a 3 out of 5. I'll explain why I offered a 4 star rating. First, this restaurant is located inside the Grand Wialea, which by default makes it cool. Oh, and they offer complimentary valet. You walk a long path lined by tropical shrubs to get to a large pavilion-style open concept/outdoor dining space, complete with grass-thatched roof and bamboo awnings. Surrounding the pavilion is a few feet of water, which house the restaurant's lobsters. Can't get anymore fresh than that! Our waiter was top notch; a pro. He offered several recommendations. Was extremely attentive and good natured ( but in a laid back "I'm wearing a Hawaiian shirt and skirt kind of way"). We settled on ordering one if their fishbowl drinks (needed to go cheesy on our last night in Maui), a "Maine-Hawaiian" lobster, the appetizer sampler and a three layer desert cookie/ice cream combination. The lobster was steamed and tasty ( it's lobster). The appetizer sampler was quite good, and had several things I enjoyed on it including a poke and scallop. The desert was simple but delicious. All in all it was really good food. My beef with this place is that there really wasn't anything unique or exceptional about the cuisine. To me, it almost felt "touristy". It felt like resort food versus amazing local fare. And it's expensive. Everything was yummy but not special, like Mama's Fish House for example. But if you're in Wialea and looking for something nearby, I would recommend this place for an "I'm a Maui tourist" feeling and good food.

    (4)

  • Fawn T.

    Came here on a date while in Maui and would definitely recommend it! The food was amazing and our server was very sweet and came to check on us often. I'd definitely recommend the kamachi poke!! It was seriously so good that I can't stop thinking about it. I can't wait to go back when I'm in Maui again. :)

    (5)

  • Jessica T.

    It was our second time here and we still love it! I had the mahi mahi and my husband had the lobster which he got to pick out.

    (5)

  • Katie C.

    We come to the Grand Wailea every year and always make a stop here. I don't typically write reviews but wanted to make sure to acknowledge the awesome service we received tonight. The food is always great, but the service was top notch. Justin was our server and he was excellent! He made great recommendations and memorized our order and everything arrived correctly. I also noticed him touching up a table that was set up next to ours, making sure the place settings and chairs were placed perfectly. He really seems to care about his job and making sure the guests are happy. Mick was assisting and he was great as well. The water glasses were never less than half full (after several hot days that was much appreciated) and he was always walking around making sure everyone was set. After coming here for years we have had some hits and misses but they really stepped it up this time!

    (5)

  • Barb B.

    Yummy and relaxing dinner! Chef brought out a special treat and we loved the sea boat scallops!! Fantastic view and the Hulu pie was a perfect ending with our pressed coffee!

    (5)

  • Jack N.

    Do you like fish? Do you like to eat fish while other fish swim beneath you and watch in horror? What are you a psychopath? In all seriousness I love this restraunt. You can't beat its decor, the restraunt is on top of a giant fish pond, perfect to set the mood for some of the best seafood you'll ever have. The staff, particularly Peter, were incredibly friendly and attentive. The food was superb. I would of paid the steep price to eat the same meal in a dark room. But the ocean view and sunset was icing on the cake. I highly recommend this restraunt it's worth the high price.

    (5)

  • Jennifer S.

    Amazing meal again at Humu's!! Best steak of the year so far for me;) Perfectly done, cut like butter, melted in my mouth, no add on sauce needed;) The Diver Scallops were amazing again & they also cut like butter & melted in my mouth;) Excellent meal;) Good Service, waited about 20 minutes even with :8:45pm reservation.

    (5)

  • Rob M.

    We were staying at the Grand Wailea on a company trip. Got seated at Humu and Christine was our waitress. Started off with abalone chowder for my wife and scallops for me. Both delicious. We opted for filets for dinner, as we've been eating seafood for a week straight. Steaks cooked perfectly, mashed potatoes warm, not piping hot. Christine went back to the kitchen and returned with two bowls of PIPING HOT mashed potatoes. That, ladies and gentlemen, is how you take care of a customer who is not initially happy. Delicious food, great views, and outstanding customer service. We will be back!

    (5)

  • Annie H.

    This is a fantastic place to have a drink and watch the sunset. As a place to eat, not so much. Subpar food at high prices. Skip dinner and just go for drinks at sunset. Go eat at Monkeypod after if you're hungry.

    (3)

  • Annie O.

    Based on the reviews I was a little concerned about the food but we had the carpaccio (my husband recommended that the ice be at the bottom) and the main lobster, both were stellar. Tracy our bartender made it a great experience. As we know, food + experience = happy people and it was the best of both worlds. This was my husband's best meal yet.... Hard to beat? Maybe? Let's see, we still have a couple days left.

    (5)

  • Neera P.

    Had dinner here. I had the Salmon plate with rice cooked in coconut sauce. Food took a long time. The sauce was too sweet, the Salmon was salty, and overcooked. The service was not impressive, I expect awesome service for the prices here.

    (3)

  • Nicole K.

    This restaurant was just so so for us. When we got to the restaurant and the host instantly gave me a bad taste in my mouth. She kept searching for another reservation after she had already found mine like she wasn't going to give us our reserved spot. Next, we had used a concierge service to book this restaurant and requested a water view. We got placed quite far back in the restaurant even though we reserved some time ago. Our server was very friendly and made recommendations. They were running a buy one entree get one free deal and this was a nice surprise and the saving grace of this place. The server was sweet but busy and not able to give us amazing service. The drinks were only so so for being $19 each. The good was all fine, nothing special. Had we not had the buy one get one deal we randomly got, I would have felt this place was a total rip off. Also it feels cramped to me unfortunately and the large salt water tank gives the place a sort of odd smell. If there is a special deal, go ahead and eat here. If not, there are tons of better options very close by.

    (3)

  • Brendan L.

    Impossible to capture how great this evening's meal was. Our waiter, Justin, was great, the food was perfect (have the Hamachi or the Sesame beef to start, btw) and the view was spectacular. That our children received stuffed animal humus to end the night just sealed the deal. If we could give ten stars, we'd do it!

    (5)

  • Dominica R.

    Beautiful sunset and ambiance at the Grand Wailea Resort. I had the macadamia nut encrusted mahi mahi, which was good. I prefer Nicks at the Fairmont but Humuhumu isn't bad.. It's just I would go there just to have a drink and watch the sunset next time. There are better restaurants elsewhere for the prices.

    (3)

  • Mercedes R.

    Beautiful place to have dinner and watch the sunset. Food was good overall (although the dinner rolls they served were stale) Hamachi appetizer was cool and off the charts delicious. I could have ordered about 5 of these and called it dinner. But I was feeling indulgent and ordered lobster instead. It was good but since I don't eat lobster much, I was expecting it to be a little more orgasmic of an experience than it actually was ... Actually it wasn't orgasmic at all, but decent. I have no complaints really. The side of fried rice though was awesome. My server was attentive and patient - letting me try multiple wines before deciding on the one I wanted with my lobster.

    (4)

  • Jessica A.

    I more than enjoyed my lobster tail! It was "half off lobster hour" so I couldn't resist. And I was very happy with my decision! The filet was unbelievable also! Great ambiance! Would definitely recommend this restaurant!

    (5)

  • Ryan C.

    Poor service and mediocre food. At one and a half hoursI had received cold king Hawaiian rolls, my 4 (under cooked) micro dumplings, and my underwhelming watermelon salad...no entrees yet. Our waiter just keeps walking past the table, no refilling our drinks. This is sad to spend so much on a very subpar dining experience at a 5star hotel.

    (1)

  • Jeff C.

    Beautiful setting, having dinner in a bamboo and thatch hut over a lagoon filled with tropical fish overlooking the ocean. The sun setting through the palm trees while you sip a tropical drink out of a coconut shell. When we arrived they had lost our reservation but found a table for us right a way. The food and service were very good. Great drink menu. The bonus was the setting and view. Hard to beat.

    (4)

  • Ja J.

    Between the terrible service and mediocre food, I don't know how this place gets good reviews. The prices are high, so one expects exceptional food but we were disappointed. Our waitress was terrible, she sounded bored, she was a little nasty and not very accommodating. She disappeared like 5 times. I wouldn't go back or recommend this restaurant to anyone. Do yourself a favor, skip this place and goto Mama's Fish House instead.

    (2)

  • Mary E M.

    We had dinner here last night.We were a little early,so things were a tad slow.Our tropical drinks were quite tasty,but as we were settling in we noticed an odd smell. The theme being ponds added a not desirable side effect. The whole restaurant smells like an aquarium that needs to be cleaned! Our service was slow.we were sat by a step down,and some poor gentleman missed the step and fell into our table! He was O.K.,but no staff came to check on him! I loved the view,the food was O.K.,I don't think that I would return.

    (2)

  • Chloe F.

    I mean, the food wasn't terrible but it wasn't exactly good either. Two stars because the waiter was kind. The coconut rice was overpriced and gross. The Foie gras dumplings were too oily. Service was extremely slow. I wouldn't return. You are not getting quality here. Not to mention the place is extremely overpriced.

    (2)

  • Keith P.

    Let's get the negative out of the way...we went here for our wedding reception dinner. We wanted to bring in our wedding cake so that we could celebrate, but they wouldn't let us. Needless to say, we were disappointed. OK - that being said, food was phenomenal! I had the lambchops, perfectly cooked over tomato ratatouille. If the restaurant wasn't so nice, I would have eaten them with my bare hands and licked bones clean! My wife had the filet - no complaints. Expensive, but worth every penny. Good service - good atmosphere - good memories. We even got a complimentary dessert for it being our wedding night! HumuHumu redeemed themselves!!

    (4)

  • Cristy R.

    You MUST save room for dessert - the Hula Pie is AMAZING. Started with the Pan Seared Diver Scallops (Crisp Coconut Rice Croquettes, Mandarin Orange Supreme's, Basil Blossoms and Grape Reduction) - DELICIOUS I thoroughly enjoyed my Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi (Tahitian Vanilla Scented Moloka'i Sweet Potatoes and Pineapple - Tamarind Sauce). Pricey, but worth every cent. Justin, our waiter, delivered an excellent meal and exceptional service to our table!

    (5)

  • Jason T.

    If I had to sum up our experience here with just one word...it would be very easy: Disappointing. The food and service were both bad. The view at sunset looks like it would be amazing but we didn't eat here during that time. The fish may have been fresh but it was too difficult to tell with all of the caramelization that went on before it got to me. If you want candied fish that may or may not be fresh this is surely the place to go.

    (2)

  • Omeletteuknow O.

    After a very long day of travel, we checked in and wandered around the resort stumbling upon this place planning to have a seat at the bar for a drink and an appetizer. No seats available at the bar but we were able to get a small table next to it. It was really pretty with fish swimming by, the gentle breezes and a beautiful sunset. The service was extremely slow but we were taking it all in and didn't mind too much. We also didn't stay very long since we were casually dressed and noticed people starting to come in for dinner. Our Server was extremely nice and welcoming. She also advised us happy hour was soon over if we wanted to take advantage of it. Our appetizers were delicious and we enjoyed our beverages. Overall it was a very nice experience and we considered going back another night for dinner but didn't get the chance. Others from our group had dinner there and said it was very good.

    (4)

  • Corey B.

    Portion size was small. But every bite was great and the view was amazing. The pupu platter was delicious but only about 4 bites. Although the portions were small the food is great and it's a must try.

    (4)

  • Judy G.

    We ordered the signature scallop appetizer and abalone soup. Each was priced at $18. They both lacked flavor and originality. For entrees, we ordered crispy snapper $43 and surf and turf $64. The quality of the food was good, but the dishes were bland and lacked flavor. The best part of the meal was the ice cream hula pie $15. Restaurant was overpriced. Service was adequate but not memorable or personable. Alan Wong's Amasia restaurant on property was a much better choice and better value.

    (3)

  • Cameron N.

    My wife and I visited Humuhumu while staying at the Grand Wailea in early August. Overall, I thought it was a great meal and a nice restaurant. The selections were a little more limited than I had anticipated but the prices were also less expensive than I had expected. Don't get me wrong, it's not cheap, but it wasn't crazy given its reputation either. Every single entree was $28-$48 except for the lobster and surf and turf which were closer to $60. We started with the diver scallops and the corn bisque which were excellent. In addition, we both ordered fish. I had the Sea bass; the 3-Peppercorn Au Poivre Sauce was incredibly tasty. My wife had the Mahi Mahi. Although flaky and moist we felt her plate lacked a little bit of luster. The server was attentive and friendly. I was a little upset with our table location which was not beach/water facing. We had called ahead and let them know it was a special occasion but still got shafted. What's the point in eating there if not for the view of the sunset? However, they did provide us with a free dessert, the Humu Hula Pie. Wow! Not only was it enormous but it was incredibly delectible. If you go for dinner this won't disappoint. Anyway, I think I would scrap reservations next time and simply go to the bar area to get better seating. Alternatively you could eat at Amasia which is also on the Grand Wailea property. However, your view of the sunset from Amasia is obstructed so Humuhumu is the better choice from this perspective. In response to other posts we didn't notice any strange smells. It was perfectly normal and the carp in the water swimming around the restaurant were actually entertaining at times.

    (4)

  • Ashley H.

    We were staying at the Grand Wailea when we ate here (multiple times), and it is always delicious. On my most recent visit, I was capitvated by the ambiance. You are sitting in the middle of a lagoon with fish swimming underneath, in an open-air environment. In February, it was absolutely perfect. I started my meal with a butter lettuce salad, which had pears, crumbles of Cabot white cheddar, and candied macadamia nuts. To finish it off, a whole grain mustard vinaigrette gently coated the leaves. It was AMAZING, and I am trying to recreate it at home because I loved it so much. I also had the scallops, which were lovely, and we shared the carpaccio of Japanese Himachi, which was really tasty and just so clever in the way it was presented with celery ginger ice on it. If you're staying at the resort or looking for a nice night out, this is a great place. The resort itself is amazing, and you will definitely enjoy the food.

    (5)

  • Scott C.

    Awful smelly place. So bad that we sat down and instantly got back up and walked out. For an expensive restaurant with spectacular views the smell is so bad that it makes you want to throw up. Plus the hostess stand was so distracted and rude made me want to write this review. We heard that they will be closing this place soon to build more rooms. My guess is that they don't know how to control the horrible poopy fishy smell so they will just tear it down instead.

    (1)

  • Jennifer Y.

    Although the food was quite good (Mac nut ahi, lamb, hamachi poke, and abalone chowder), the service and ambiance was below average. There are so many good well-rounded places in Maui that it's a pity that we wasted our time, money, and stomach real estate here. Sunset view was beautiful, that is, if you were seated at a table that had a view.

    (3)

  • Gary E.

    Went to the restaurant week in Wailea and had the $49 salmon dinner. A rip off. The salad was small but the salmon was the size of a small fish stick. You would get a larger dinner if you skipped the special with is included desert and ordered the regular dinner and salad.

    (3)

  • Brittany L.

    This was amazing! My husband got the fillet and I got the snapper, which we both split . Steak was cooked perfect, fish was seared and crispy ( exactly how I like it) I absolutely loved the fried rice that came with the snapper ... It was so different and had salty, sweet, and savory elements to it! They also gave us a free bottle of champagne and an amazing mud pie dessert for our honeymoon that's was absolutely delicious . :) I highly recommend this place. Can't forget the amazing setting overlooking the water with beautiful fish swimming around you.

    (5)

  • Megan C.

    View - amazing. Food - amazing. Service - amazing. Absolutely lovedddddddddddd this place. We went at sunset for dinner, and the scenery is just gorgeous. We started out with Lava Flows to drink, which must be God's gift to man. They are a combo of strawberries, cream, coconut, and rum.... drooooool. As for food, we picked our own tropical lobster out of the lagoon. Other than being slightly traumatized by the notion that I was stealing him away from his family and eating him mere minutes later, I really enjoyed the meal. Our wine was phenomenal. We ordered a Louis Martini Cab (I think) that was about $40 but tasted like a MUCH more expensive bottle of wine. In fact, we asked our waitress if she had brought us the more expensive Louis Martini bottle because we couldn't believe how great it was for that price range. We ended with the hula pie and Kona coffee drinks and loved every minute of it. We were there for several hours and never felt rushed. Also, the whole place is on top of a lagoon with fish swimming in it. The manager seemed to notice that I was loving looking at the fish, and brought me fish food to toss in! So fun!

    (5)

  • Eric W.

    Humuhumu does a good job of making you feel like you are not in a mega resort's megarestaurant, which, of course, is exactly where you are. The restaurant is compartmentalized and built over water so each dining area feels like its own little eatery. We didn't realize how big it was until our son asked where the rest room was and was given directions that clearly would not be doable after a mai tai. We dined in the section that also included the bar and our table, like most tables, was on the water. Our kids were provided with fish food to feed the fish hovering by waiting for a handout. The atmosphere is fun and I'm sure Trader Vic himself would approve of the setting. Our waiter was fun and engaging, especially with our kids, something our 14-year-old daughter in particular seemed to appreciate. The first step in your meal is the sales pitch for the $58/pound local lobster. Our waiter showed up with a live spiny lobster and proceeded to tell us about our potential platemate while it tried to wriggle free. Spiny lobsters don't have claws so this was not as much of a stunt as one might think. The truly entertaining part was the woman seated at the bar behind our waiter. Our waiter kept backing up with the lobster and she kept looking in horror as if the beast was about to end up in her lap. Our kids opted for the chicken fingers, which were, well, chicken fingers. We opted for the signature dish, ahi with yellow curry sauce. The fish was excellent and we were glad we added a side of bok choy. Still, the curry sauce on top was amazing similar, if not exactly the same, as the bottled yellow curry sauce I buy from Trader Joe's. If was a good dinner, but one I could easily replicate at home with a little help from Trader Joe. If you are staying at the Grand (crowds of) Wailea, then I would recommend this restaurant, especially if you have kids in tow. It's a Hawaiian experience. It's more about the setting than it is about the food and that's just fine. Just don't sit at the bar if you have a phobia about lobsters.

    (3)

  • Patrick L.

    The restaurant is very nice. I did not order many dishes because my main goal was to enjoy the great view i had and my company. I was able to get a complimentary $40 dollar off and two discounted drinks from the bell desk. Already sounds like a great Deal. I ordered the scallops and they were so good, very fresh. Had a really good sweet sauce. As for entree wise, i shared the beef which was cooked for 5 hours and that was really good. it literally melts in your mouth. Overall i felt the environment could not be beat, i had great service, and with the discounts i was able to get, dinner was unbelievable!

    (5)

  • Dan L.

    Been here twice and would go every singe trip out to Hawaii. Even if it's raining, it's a great outdoor restaurant and they really deliver on the food. It's pricey for sure, but you can get over it quickly when your taste buds are jumping for joy over diver scallops or Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi. Say yes to yourself when you see the side of roasted garlic mashed potatoes.

    (5)

  • Maral E.

    We had such an amazing experience here. Our bartenders Big Mike & Max were nice & knowledgeable of the menu and made us great recommendations our waiter Justin was very attentive and our food was amazing. We had the sampler for app arrugula salad and snapper & oppa for our main course. Ofcourse the Hula pie sent us over the top with our taste buds.

    (5)

  • Darren D.

    We stayed at the Marriott Wailea and ate at most of the restaurants in the area. This restaurant was close by and had fairly decent reviews so I thought we should try it out. We ordered the Prawns as an appetizer, my wife had one of the salads. I had the snapper and my wife the filet, then we had the hula pie for dessert. Here's the summary,snapper was very good, wife's filet excellent, perfectly cooked and with a very nice sauce, as good as Ruth's Chris. My wife's salad was also very good and tropical and the hula pie was right up there with Dukes and Lelanis. So the reason I had to give it 3 stars were the prawns. Don't order them, you'll feel ripped off and "disgruntled" like me! The prawns were $17 and you only get 3 little ones. I thought something was missing when we got the order. They come with the heads attached but they can take them off beforehand if you want which is what we did. After receiving the dish we figured they probably keep the heads on to make it look bigger. The truth is, disgruntled me should have just sent it back after looking at it, but instead I was dumb enough to eat them and complain about it now, but since I paid for them I feel that's at least what I should get for $5.66 per prawn. The service was decent but no where near as good as Duo or Nicks. All in all if we didn't have the prawns I would've given this 4 stars because this really was a nice meal except for that.

    (3)

  • Lemuria C.

    The butter fish was excellent! It was very succulent and tender. It practically melted in my mouth. The restaurant is in several huts over the water. The views are very pretty. It's a nice place to watch the sunset. And as a guest of the hotel I received a $40 credit towards my meal :-)

    (4)

  • Renato S.

    Although this was a nice restaurant with good service and a great atmosphere, the food just wasn't to par with the price. My spicey chicken was good, but again it was just deep fried with hot sauce over white rice. Check out if interested in the dining atmosphere but the price is wrong.

    (3)

  • Karen F.

    Humu ROCKS - the decor, service and food are all top-notch (and it is resort-priced accordingly. We had madacamia nut & butter crusted Ono - and could pick the fish we wanted out of large, clean, gorgeous tanks. Great for kids, great for families, great for couples, weddings and parties. I just LOVED it here and can't wait to go back. (And I was here YEARS ago.) Oh - and a full bar with delicious cocktails (and not just the touristy kind).

    (5)

  • G S.

    Waiter Pete was awesome. He reminded me of Robin Williams . Surf n turf was great sunset was equally wonderful

    (4)

  • Betsy C.

    We've stayed at the Grand Wailea for a few years now, but this is the first time we tried Humuhumu. Thank goodness we didn't bother the last couple of years, because we were less than impressed. I would only give a 5 star to the professional and friendly staff that answered our questions and catered to our special requests with a smile. Other than that, the food and the drinks were really overpriced for the quality and taste. 5-hour braised wagyu-kobe beef short rib was seriously way too salty, the crab-crusted seabass and side dish were equally salty. no one on our table finished their food. We wondered all night why there were so many positive Yelp reviews. Grand Wailea should really consider improving their onsite restaurants.

    (2)

  • LJ D.

    Did not meet expectations for the advertisements that were posted around the hotel. Had the Hawaiian snapper and it was fair. Son had short ribs which were good. Service was slow but they did make honey mustard by special request. I agree with the reviews on yelp. 3.5 stars is adequate. Just spent a decent amount of money on dinner and completely I satisfied. Strong drinks though which is a good thing.

    (3)

  • Michon P.

    The next couple of reviews of Ruth Chris, Longhi's, Aloha Mixed Plates and Humuhumunukunukuapa are made possible by the Pinnix family annual vacation to Maui, Hawaii. I conferred with my family for all restaurants ratings and even began subjecting them to taking pictures of the food for the yelpers. This story begins sadly, but ends on a great note. We made reservations at the restaurant looking forward to the fixed restaurant week. Unfortunately, they were having some special wine pairing and weren't participating on this night. We were disappointed and decided to leave. However, my mom wanted to express her disappoint to the manager. We were pleasantly surprised when the manager offered us a local special (2 for 1) entree special and stayed. This worked out even better for us. We started out with the spider roll. It was supposed to be 8-pieces, but came out as six. When questioned, both the server and our waitress said that is was because the roll was so thick. Huh? Kinda false advertising. The spider roll was tasty, but I've had better at some sushi restaurants stateside. The crab tasted like it was fried too long. For dinner, we had a variety of entrees ranging from the kulai lau'ai salad, kobe short ribs, sashimi, sea-bass with crab cake and miso-sake alaskan butterfish in increasing order of yummy. Where the appetizer lacked luster, the main courses more than compensated (hence the 4-stars). All of these dishes were superb! My personal favorite was the butterfish. We didn't try the dessert because we were completely stuffed. Overall recommendation: Although the night started off awkward with the surprise "no restaurant week menu", the acting manager saved our last night in Hawaii. The ambiance overlooking the fish pond and fire dancing act was also fantastic. Coupled with the main courses, service and ambiance...this is a must try if you're staying on Maui.

    (4)

  • Ashley W.

    The atmosphere was great. Very romantic night for my boyfriend and I. The service was excellent. I had the chef's daily vegetarian option which was great. My boyfriend had the lobster and steak- he loved the steak. The Hula Pie is a must!

    (4)

  • Cat H.

    Absolute saints for putting up with 17 of us, half of which are unruly children. That being said, I enjoyed the poke, the mahi mahi and devouring my friend's short ribs. I'm definitely a fan. Ambiance: intimate, tropical beneath the thatched roofs and cool dining in the open air above the lagoon.

    (4)

  • Lauren T.

    This place ruined my birthday. My new fiancé and I made reservations originally at 7 but called and asked the best time to come. The receptionist said 530( for the sunset). We showed up early (510)to get the romantic table sticking out like the concierge said to do. However when they showed up they said they could give it to us but we would be taking it away from a surprise purposal. Seriously... bad karma written all over that. We told her we would be happy to take a different table as long as it was secluded and romantic. Literally 5 minutes after ordering a 100 dollar bottle of wine they sit a baby right next to us. Little did we know 15 minutes into our 350 dollar dinner they would sit a serious of families. My entire birthday dinner was baby cries and screams. Best birth control ever. However this was not the night I was looking for. Do NOT come here if you are looking for a romantic night out... And if you do, make sure it is past the tired babies witching hour. Also the food is not that good. WAY too salty. The only thing I appreciated was the steamed spine lobster. The butterfish was soake in soy and the catch of the day ceviche was drenched in a cream coconut sauce completely overpowering the fish, it made me feel like they were masking old fish.

    (1)

  • Alice B.

    The best thing about this place is the sunset views with an early dinner. It's best to request a table with a water view so you can see the sunset. The food was great, and comparable to Mama's Fish House, but fortunately not quite as pricey. The menu was also more extensive with better selections. The live lobsters are kept in a "lagoon" in the middle of the restaurant. You can watch them reel in the wooden crate and select which one you want, if that isn't too creepy for you to see your food live before you eat it. And they are half off a pound during the first hour of dinner. Again, the food was great, but then again not the best I've ever had. Their desserts were awesome, especially the Hula Pie recommended by our waitress. Parking is validated at the Grand Wailea if you eat here, otherwise it's just a quick walk.

    (4)

  • Andrew C.

    Rack of lamb and salmon was amazing! Server was awesome!

    (5)

  • Gus H.

    Way overpriced for the food quality and service. Great location, view, and ambiance. Portions small and my snapper was way overdone and dry. Do yourself a favor and make the drive to Mama's Fish House if you are going to spend the money.

    (2)

  • Shannon C.

    If you're going to splurge, splurge here. I can't believe this place has 3.5 stars right now! I wonder if some are older or something because my dad said he didn't remember it being as good last time (a few years back) but all four of us agreed it was our best meal on Maui. The view is amazing - we lucked out and sat down right at sunset. Some of our best vacay pics are from our table lol. I had the ribs and bf had crusted mahi mahi. Both were SO good. I didn't care for my dad's sea bass but he really liked it so maybe I'm not a sea bass person. Service was great and the mgr made rounds at least 2x to check on patrons. We loved the thatched huts and the fish swimming under us (though thought it was sort of macabre later, since we were eating their buddies....) only thing lacking was dessert, which was just "Eh." five stars all the way for humu!!!!

    (5)

  • Jacob P.

    We had an amazing experience here. Be sure to book your reservation at 5:30 (around sunset, or at least 45 minutes before sunset) and show up at 5:15 and ask for a seat near the water by the bar. It has wonderful views, great service and delicious drinks. The food was great, a bit pricey but was worth the money. We got to watch the whole sunset while we ate. This would also be a nice place to grab a drink at the bar during sunset if you have a reservation later in the evening, there was a group with drinks by the bar watching the sun go down while we ate.

    (5)

  • Farah F.

    Can't say enough about this place. While staying at the Grand Wailea we treated ourselves to dinner at the hard to say humuhumukunukuapua restaurant. We just call it humu kumu pow. Service was great! Food was incredible. We both got the surf and turf. The lobster was perfect, the steak was the best we have ever had! The ambiance of this place was pure Hawaiian delight. Even though this place is within a hotel....It felt like pure Hawaii. Tiki;s were light, Hawaiian music playing, sunset over the water views! One of the best...if not the best dining experience we've ever had. Don't miss a visit here!

    (5)

  • Bear S.

    Of course you're going to like it here. If you're staying at the Grand Wailea you'll enjoy this meal. They have a limited menu but it includes many local fish dishes along with a good filet from local beef. The servers are friendly. It does take awhile to get your food so plan on just relaxing. Everything is tasty, but there is not huge amounts of food and it's of course pricey. My biggest critique is not enough good appetizers. The view and the atmosphere is almost worth it alone.

    (4)

  • Bill M.

    We visited the restaurant on August 23,2014.The view was beautiful and we were looking forward to a nice dinner. We ordered a glass of Cakebread Chardonnay and our waitress (I think her name was Karen) presented us with an impostor. We are BIG fans of Cakebread and know the wine very well. After I questioned her about the wine she told me that she saw the bartender pour Cakebread and that I was wrong. I asked her if she could bring the bottle over that the bartender poured so that I could see for myself. When she did I asked her to pour a glass so we could compare. You could see the differance between the 2 immediately. I asked the manager to come over and he agreed that my original wine was not Cakebread but did nothing to make the situation correct. VERY DISAPPOINTED that this type of restaurant would stoop to these low level tactics. I would not even rate this restaurant after this experience. When the restaurant tries to scam you they should have there own rating - A BIG FAT ZERO.

    (1)

  • Ryan R.

    This place was not worth the hype. Nice views but with prices like this I expected the food to be fabulous. Amazing. Different... And it wasn't. First off ordered the kiowai... Too much alcohol. Secondly, the pupu platter: seared ahi was excellent, scallops was interesting but just ok and lacked some more flavor, dumplings was good and fresh, ribs was different and amazing. But for 48$ for two people, this was not just worth it. You only get 1 small piece of all these 4 foods for each person. Not worth it. Then comes the entree. We order the crusted salmon. Excellent, fresh, but not worth 36$... I can make something like this at home... Seriously. The other entree was the Korean fried chicken. If you are Filipino, it taste like max's chicken with hot sauce.Its very good and I love it but not with the price of $31. Back in SF you can get twice the chicken for less than 20$ and seriously taste the same. We didn't bother ordering for dessert.

    (2)

  • N N.

    We hosted a large dinner here and yes, most of our guests were satisfied. But the vegetarians were served a soft unseasoned slab of tofu with some raw macadamia nut sauce stuck to the top. The plate sure was 'pretty', but I doubt anyone tasted this before putting it on the menu. If they did, shame on them - it means they just didnt care. At $100 a meal, they should have cared. I do realize that vegetarian food is not a specialty here, but really, if you cant develop one dish that is well thought out, flavorful, and satisfiying without relying on a great slab of meat, you shouldn't be called a chef. Service was ok but rushed.

    (2)

  • Jimmy F.

    There is a lot of mixed reviews but my wife and I had a good experience. Service was good (4 stars) as our waiter was friendly and accommodating on a usually busy night. This was also during a time when there were several large corporate events going on at the hotel. We called a day earlier and let them know it was an anniversary dinner and was luckily able to get a seat near the water. We made is just in time to order and enjoy the sunset over appetizers. Food was very tasty and came out reasonably quick. Seared scallops for me and a rib-eye steak for my wife. Appeitzer was some ono crab crakes which were okay sized. We also enjoyed two glasses of Cabernet. Yes, this place is mainly for the ambiance and the food is pricier than your normal restaurant. However, for special occasions to remember, the food was delicious, the service great and the view was picturesque.

    (4)

  • Ali Z.

    Was staying at the Grand Wailea and had planned reservations ahead of time here. I got a reservation right before sunset and requested a table with a good view and was granted a table with sunset views over the water. At check-in, I was given a coupon for 2 free drinks (of any kind) at HumuHumu. I also got a coupon for 1000 Hilton HHonors points if I spend $50 or more. I also got a coupon for $40 off. A cocktail starts at $14, so two free cocktails is a good deal. We had a Strawberry Volcano cocktail and a Pina Colada in a huge Coconut shell cocktail. The provide bread to start. For dinner, I had the Crispy Hawaiian Snapper which was amazing, especially the coconut rice. My wife had the Opah, but they had run out, so they were substituting a local fish, whose name was incredibly hard to pronounce. The server said he felt the dish was better with the substitute fish than with the Opah, so she tried that. It was really really good. I had mentioned while making my reservation that we were celebrating our honeymoon and they provided us their signature dessert, which is huge and expensive. Its the Humu Hula Pie. This dessert is huge. Between me and my wife, we couldn't finish it and I like to think I can eat a lot. It was really good dessert too. The entrees, service, view and dessert here alone were great. The fact that I got $40 off (one entree), two cocktails, and free dessert made it even more worth it. For all we ate and got, I only paid around $44. This at the 5-Star Grand Wailea at their Signature Restaurant. Can't complain about anything here.

    (5)

  • Allison K.

    This restaurant was so. much. fun. It's on stilts in a lagoon with fish and stuff underneath. The ambiance added so much I would almost forget the food. But the food was delicious too! If you're in the area, it's not to be missed.

    (5)

  • Mary Nell B.

    Beautiful view and food is awesome! Great spot and would definitely return! Our best dining experience while on Maui including Duo, which was very good.

    (5)

  • Ken M.

    Fabulous dining tonight; 10 friends & family experienced exceptional service & cuisine!! Spendy and worth every penny!

    (5)

  • Emmy D.

    Humu-humu-nuku-nuku-apua-a...... Say it again....Humu-humu-nuku-nuku-apua-a. I just love saying this Hawaiian word. This word is the name of Hawaii's state fish. This is a must restaurant to go to in Maui. We stayed at the Grand Wailea and ate at this restaurant on our last night June 5th. It is over a lagoon with a great view of the beach. Its a must to make your reservations 30 minutes to an hour before the sunsets. The view is beautiful. The best place to sit is in a private section where you walk a little path way and has an obstructive view of the beach. This area fits 2 to 6/8 people. You may have to book this section months advance. Also once you enter and are taken to your seat, you will pass by an area where lobsters are kept in salt water lagoon and you can hand pick your own lobster. You pull up a rope and bring up the lobsters and choose the one you want prepared by the chef. Now to the food. If you must order something from the PUPUS/Appetizer section, My hubby and I started off with the humuhumunukunukuPUPU Pu'ai $19/per person. It's a great way to sample everything. It comes with Ahi Traps(Yellow fin tuna stued in lemongrass and tempura fried); Traditional Ahi Poke; Tiger Prawns and lemongrass pork ribs. This little platter was awesome! Everything tasted so good and enjoyed every bite. For our entree I ordered the Miso-Sake Alaskan butterfish/$34. They almost ran out of this and was lucky they save the last one for me! The butterfish was cooked with Maui onion, yuzu- shoyu, braise Japanese vegetables, buttery bok choy. I love butterfish, and the fish was very delicate melt in you mouth. The sides was okay, but went with the Asian flavors. My hubby had the 5- hour waygu - Kobe beef short ribs/$32. It comes with potato gratin, crisp kim chee nashi pears. I couldn't help but stick my fork in my hubby's food for a sample. It was very tender. We washed this all down with a complimentary bottle of champagne we received when we checked in as we were somewhat celebrating our anniversary a month early on this trip. Your probabily wondering what's for dessert....we were so stuffed we just could not eat anymore. could of been the appetizer and the bottle of champagne that got us to this stage. The service was excellent and the waitress was very attentive. Now try saying the name of this restaurant again.................humu-humu-nuku-nukuapua-a!

    (4)

  • Elizabeth M.

    Apparently my family's experience at this establishment was a bit different from the others. We arrived, without reservations, extremely cranky from a bizillion hour flight at this restaurant because it's on the hotel's property, and we predictably had no plans set up. I came up first to the hostess: Me: "Hi, can you take seven, wait, eight people?" H: "Do you have a reservation?" Me: "None whatsoever, I've heard great things about this place." H: "What?" Me: "I'm saying I haven't any reservations." Silence... slight smile H: "Eight people? Are you celebrating something?" Me: "No, but we drink a lot... so it may look like it. Fair warning." Silence H: "You know what, we can put you in the island cabana." Anyways, the circular island-cabana table is AWESOME. I think it's the one in the pictures on the website. Ridiculous views of the sunset plus extra-creepily-beautiful weather plus alcohol quickly made everyone extraordinarily happy. We had at least three different waiters assigned to us, with the head waitress being fairly no-nonsense-y, not the saccharine attitude you're used to encountering. I liked her; especially because she wasn't afraid to offer suggestions. I got the sashimi platter. It was blow away fish quality. So freaking fresh I think they might of just killed the fish. I know I shared a lava-eruption dessert with someone, but I was pretty heavily crunk by that point. Bottom Line, Fish here is amazing, especially the raw varieties. The catch-your-own-crabs were good, and the drinks fruity. View is incredible. Bring the platinum card.

    (5)

  • Phil C.

    Great location, design and layout. Service was good but food was mixed. Definitely pricey. The Poisson Cru of Chef's Daily catch was great. The Cast Iron Blackened Tasmanian Salmon was as well. However, the Kula Lau'ai was just ok. The same can be said for the Pan Seared Diver Scallops.

    (4)

  • Ping P.

    Mediocre food. (although it is expensive) Great atmosphere. (Tiki style with a lovely ambience) Mediocre diner style service. (strangely stilted and slow - not in a relaxing good way - in an irritating disappearing act way) Maitre D' could use some training on people skills and professionalism (Make eye contact, act welcoming, smile, wear a uniform that fits and isn't safety pinned with a big old diaper pin at the arm pit) meh... the only reason this was palatable is we had a coupon for a free bottle of champagne and a $40 cert. Not being very hungry we opted for two entrees - so our bill only came to about $45. Which was about right considering the mediocre food and experience.

    (2)

  • Mrs. W.

    4 solid stars. First of all, the food is A-MAZING. If you're into fantastic flavors, don't miss this place when you visit Maui. We had an amazing scallop appetizer. My husband ordered the ahi and I ordered the mahi mahi. Secondly, you have to walk through the beautiful Grand Wailea resort to get to this restaurant which is a journey through what one reviewer described it as Disneyland's Swiss Family Robinson ride. Arrive 15 minutes early if you're not staying at the Grand Wailea so you can take in the sights on your way to the restaurant. Our service was great without being too high-touch. We personally find the place-the-napkin-in-your-lap-and-decrumb-the-table type restaurants to be stuffy and suffocating. But I certainly don't want to be left high and dry if I need something mid-meal. This place struck the perfect balance of warm hospitality and knowledgeable staff. I asked detailed questions about particular dishes and our server did not miss a beat. The view is probably best from the bar. So if you're going for a great meal, treat the view as a bonus not a requirement and you won't be disappointed. It definitely has a ton of ambience - it's just not one of those restaurants that lives off its view. And on the topic of price - yes, it is pricier than other restaurants in the area but it wasn't as bad as some reviews led me to believe. We split an app and each had an entree (neither one was surf & turf so we avoided paying $58lb for lobster). My husband ordered one fancy cocktail and we both had ice teas. No dessert because we were too full. Bill came to $125. Not as bad as I thought it would be and because of the quality of the food and experience I felt it was worth it.

    (4)

  • Geoff D.

    Perfect in so many ways. The views are unsurpassed, the service is perfect and the food simply delicious. Great creative cocktail list and very comprehensive wine list. Four of us enjoyed a nice dinner while vacationing on Maui.

    (5)

  • Meri W.

    Overpriced. Appetizers charged on bill that were not ordered. Fish extremely dry.

    (1)

  • Dale R.

    Humo's is at the Grand Wailea and is very convenient if you are staying here. The view is nice the service always good but the food is mediocre. As you would expect on Maui it is expensive and may be worth it at sunset.

    (3)

  • Molly P.

    Boyfriend got sick from the sea bass he ordered and I had sashimi, as long as the fish is fresh thats hard to screw up. Also there is no cooking involved so I really don't know. What I do know it is overpriced and you are mostly paying for the convenience of having it there at the hotel. You have to make reservations too.

    (2)

  • Jack L.

    We were extremely tired when we checked into the Grand Wailea after our long flight. After exploring our options, we just decided to eat at Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. The hostess seated us promptly, and there was a pond right next to our table. It was fun feeding the fish with the food provided on the table. All of us ordered the butter lettuce and pear salad. It was very tasty! The lettuce was fresh, and the pear slices were a nice flavor contrast. For my main dish, I had the the beef short ribs. The dish was amazing! The beef was well marinated, juicy, and just plain good. The carrots and green beans were cooked well, and I also enjoyed the potatoes. For dessert, I had a fruit cup. It is not on the menu, but it is worth asking for. It had fresh pineapple, lichee, and mango. It was a bit pricey, but worth it. Definitely stop by here!

    (4)

  • Eric D.

    Best ambiance in Maui. On an aquarium, inside a thatched roof hut, facing the the ocean. Best sunset views in Maui. Food and service are top-notch. Love this place. I'd recommend the filet mignon or lobster tail. The desserts are incredible, especially the mud pie.

    (5)

  • Chris G.

    Awesome food and atom. Oh, and OMG... 1/2 price on the lobster if you get there before 6pm!

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    This has always been one of my favorite restaurants on Maui. Great fresh seafood, great views, and friendly staff. The happy hour deals are great, though they change occasionally, so I won't say what they are. They were better when I came last year, but it could be the day I was there. I am only giving 4 stars because they removed my favorite food item from the menu. The Ahi Traps. I asked our waiter and he said everyone was shocked, it had always been a best seller for years and one day it was gone. I was craving the ahi traps all year.

    (4)

  • Gary L.

    Besides the great ambiance and friendly staffs. This place menu is the only restaurant south of Maui, with a delectable and attractive list of dishes, that is to drool for. I wanted to sample and order everything on the menu! No joke! The appetizer sampler was delicious and my sashimi dinner sampler was over the top: Four different fishes, four pieces each, with rice and veggies for only $35! Waw. On the flip side, the expectations were high on the tropical drinks, and both of my Mai-Tai and Zombie drinks were just mediocre. What a let down! But I'll be back for the food!

    (4)

  • Michael S.

    Had to come here for some reason. Part of the Grand Wailea complex, so I knew it would be expensive, and the restaurant certainly didn't disappoint on that front. This place is all about ambience, with the thatch roof surrounded by a man-made lagoon, and nice ocean and sunset views (if you come at the right time). Our table by the water had a killer view, and I have the photos to prove it. We started with carpaccio of hamachi (yellowtail), which wound up being much different than described on the menu, which is apparently being changed. Pretty good nonetheless. The Kula beet salad was served with baby greens and candied walnuts . . not bad, but the cubed red beets were pretty unimaginative . . I expected something a bit more creative from a restaurant of this caliber. My wife and I got the same entree . . crab-crusted sea bass. The fish was a little dry, and somewhat overwhelmed by the crab garnish covering the top, but the veggies (Pohole fern) were delish (wife didn't like them as well as I did . . more for me!). Desert was the chocolate volcano mousse, even shaped like a little volcano with strawberry lava; very cool presentation and quite good. Our server was Christina, and she was great, recommending I taste a couple of wines by the glass before making a decision. The food would have rated a 3, but the ambience and service more than made up for it.

    (4)

  • M W.

    Good drinks and good food. Would've liked a little more distance between tables. We started with the Hawaiian islands prawns. Great broth for dipping and the tapioca balls added an interesting texture. I had the seared ahi loin with foie gras dumpling and she had the macadamia nut mahi mahi. Both were very very good. The drinks there are awesome with cosmos, Caribbean colada, and coconut drinks.

    (4)

  • Nicole S.

    Food was WAY over priced. For such an expensive restaurant, the menu was very limited. The boys got a cute stuffed animal when we left. The Brussels Sprout salad was actually pretty good. The rest was just ok.... $200+ for an Ok dinner.

    (2)

  • B W.

    Great food and atmosphere. A tad expensive ($9 side of coconut rice)

    (4)

  • J H.

    I agree with most of the critical reviews of this restaurant. Great location, 2 stars just for that. However to be honest the food was worse than the hamburgers on my snorkeling trip into Molokini. If you eat here, I recommend skipping the main course and going with a salad or party type plate. The main courses are small, expensive, and leave much to be desired.

    (2)

  • Scot V.

    This was one of the best dinning experiences I have ever had. The waitress gave both of my daughters HumuHumu fish and my wife and i felt like royalty. Of course my wife is royalty. She is my Princess so I'm glad I took her toa place where she was treated like one. It was so good we went back two days later.

    (5)

  • Paarin M.

    We were staying at the Grand Wailea for our Honeymoon and this restaurant was highly recommended. I saw some of the negative reviews here before making our reservations, but we were given a voucher for free bottle of champaigne or wine when we checked in, so we decided to give it a shot anyway. In fact, we liked it so much we came back a second time 3 days later. The first of our 2 visits was by far the better one. In fact, it was on par with the best meal we had on our whole trip. We were given a nice table that overlooked the pond, but we had come too late to see the sunset. We started off with the ahi traps, and those were awesome and not overly battered and cooked very nicely. The wife had the sea bass, and actually liked that better than the macadamia nut mahi mahi the second time we went. I had the short ribs thanks to the waiter's suggestion and they were some of the best beef I've ever had. The food was simply amazingly prepared to perfection. Even the sides seemed prepared with the same level of care. Our server was also equally awesome. He knew the menu inside and out and told us what dishes to definitely try and which ones to definitely avoid (things like the chicken dish). He also made sure we got the hula pie dessert which was the cherry on top of this meal. We both could barely eat anymore, but found room to finish it! The reason I did not give this restaurant 5 stars is that our second visit was a bit of a let down. The server that day lacked the knowledge of the menu, and basically seemed like he did not want to be there. I can see how had that been my only visit, I would have had a totally different expereince. Therefore I am only giving 4 stars. It really depends on your server, but you can get a 5 star or 3 star experience.

    (4)

  • Kyra T.

    Probably a great view, but we got there after dark so couldn't tell. But it had a nice ambience. Foodwise though, it didn't seem worth the price. I know that ALL dining on Maui is expensive, and it's not known for their food being great and that eating at your own hotel is always a no-no, but someone else had arranged a dinner there so there we were.... It was going ok until my tofu entree came out. You know how when you order tofu it comes chopped up & fried in sauces, mixed with things? They had clearly just upended the BRICK OF TOFU into a pan, lightly cooked it and then dumped it onto a bed of taro(?) I think. So I had to saw away at this BLOCK of TOFU and once I got past the outer edges it was just PLAIN boring TOFU with little flavor. I could've just gone to the store, opened up a package and eaten plain tofu (for a lot cheaper too!) I am so glad I did not pay for this. The other dishes were pretty good, the fact that the dessert was still a little frozen was understandable because we were a large party of probably 25-30 people and they were rushing to get the food out to everyone at the same time. But I'm still pretty upset about the LUMP of plain tofu. Who does that? I just can't get over that.

    (2)

  • Master B.

    Secret: happy hr from 5pm-6pm - half off on drinks!! That means it's only $12/drink :) Actually, i really liked this place. The view is amazing. I do suggest getting there at 5pm (not just for the happy hr) but you also get a chance to enjoy the sunset from the bar. If you wanna have dinner: RESERVATION is a MUST...don' think you can roll in there (baller or not) and expect a seat. Don't pull a rook move and get stood up at the door...show them the Superbowl rings and say, 6:30 Reservations...and yeah, I'll be at the bar, come and get us when the table is ready....show your girl how's its done. The food is good...(not as great as Mama's Fishhouse) but isn't bad. The menu is a bit limiting and sides are just ok. The Butterfish was excellent, as well as the Monkgong (don't ask) - I would have liked to have tried the Scallops (but someone didn't want to try it....not sure if she'll be a keeper...j/k).

    (4)

  • Michael K.

    Staying at the Grand Wailea, I have to admit that I don't think Humu's is up to par with the quality of the rest of the resort (which we have been very happy with). The appetizers, entrees, and even desserts, tried to be interesting, but just didn't really deliver. The appetizer platter had an assortment of stuff that all tasted "fine", but there just wasn't much interesting to say about it. Our entrees were similar. The food was "fine", but nothing really stood out. It was a meal; we ate; then we were done. Similarly, the drink list includes a long list of some fun cocktails, many of which taste "pretty good", but were clearly poured very light on the alcohol itself; with cocktails as much as $19, that's spectacularly poor value. So again, given the setting (at the Grand Wailea), and the cost (with a few drinks, we easily cleared $200 for just my wife and myself), I would expect far, FAR more quality. The food itself was a 3-star offering at best; the cost actually makes it only a 2-star value in my book. The only reason this review is still getting 3 stars is that the restaurant sports some FANTASTIC views, especially if you're eating dinner on the early side and get to watch the sunset (as an added bonus, if you go for an early reservation, you're also more likely to get a good seat that will be able to best enjoy the good views!). On a side note, many other reviews have also criticized the service at Humu's. On this point, at least, we had no complaints. Although there was nothing spectacular about the service, our experience was fine and we had no complaints on this point. But the bottom line is that if you REALLY don't mind dropping a lot of money to have a meal with a BEAUTIFUL setting and view for "ok" food - and perhaps especially if you're staying on site anyway - Humu is a reasonable option. But if you're at all willing to leave the property, there are FAR better options around, both at the higher price points (like Humu's) and more reasonably priced restaurants, in the Wailea/Kihei area.

    (3)

  • Lucy B.

    Book for a great sunset table. Food - starters ok (tuna) but 2 entrees were great. Wagu beef ribs...I know it wasn't fish but WOW you need to have this dish. The butterfish was also good but the topping sides not as good. Cocktail for 2 is great! Makes it good to practice saying the restaraunt name!!!

    (4)

  • HELEN K.

    We stayed at the Grand Wailea for our honeymoon last year, and this was the first restaurant we tried. We didn't have reservations, but told the hostess that it was our honeymoon and she got us seated right away! She must have told the waitress that it was our honeymoon because we were being congratulated left and right! Honestly, the food was not too memorable, but the service was good, and the ambiance was really nice. We were seated on the edge where below us were the swimming fish, and we had a view of the ocean. Our dessert plate had "congratulations" written in chocolate, which was a really nice touch. When we return, we will definately be going back to Humuhumu's!

    (4)

  • Kathy H.

    my husband and I ate here when we visited Maui early in October. It was excellent, on par with Mamas Fish House which we also visited. The view, the food and the service were all awesome. I had (if I remember right) stuffed Mahi Mahi and my husband had a steak, we shared a dessert and I had two drinks at happy hour. The drinks were stronger than I expected (they obviously don't water them down), very good Mai Tis! One would have sufficed! It was a nice last night in Maui and we would definitely do it again!

    (4)

  • Lauren A.

    The ambiance of this restaurant was amazing, that alone is reason to go. It's located inside the Grand Wailea Hotel which was fun to walk around as well. It was definitely a little pricey but the food did not disappoint and they had a lot of fun "hawaiian" drinks to try. The waiter found out we were here for our anniversary and brought us out a dessert on the house. Overall a great and fun experience.

    (4)

  • Miss M.

    After a long day of pineapple filled drinks at the pool, we had a late nite dinner at Humuhumu. (Late nite in Maui is like 7:30). The hotel gave us a complimentary bottle of champagne because we were there celebrating our engagement. Very nice. It was by no means good champagne (my head felt it the next day), but it was a very nice touch. Atmosphere: Amazing. I think so many people are so critical. You are on a lagoon. On a hut. In Maui. Get over yourself. It doesn't get better than this. It was so romantic and if I wasn't a little vacation drunk, I definitely would have been much more in awe of this. Service: Eddie! Eddie, we loved you my friend. An incredible server. He provided a fine - dining level of service, with a dash of casualness that made us comfortable with him .. and gave me no guilt for being toasty at dinner. Food: Delish. We split a salad. I had a spinny lobster (subbed with mashed potatoes) and the boy had the filet. Well received by both of us. Price: The only reason a star is lost. We don't get sticker shock often. But $112 for a lobster? Really? Now, Eddie, we liked you buddy, but I am almost 98% positive and the boy swears he's 100% positive that you never mentioned the price of lobster by the pound. Whatever. We paid it and moved on. But, the price of lobster is at an all-time low and I know I am paying resort prices, but $60/pound.... Really? I think Eddie was aware of our shock, so he gave us a fish beanie baby. It is the most expensive stuffed animal I own, but the dogs seem to like it. So I guess it was well worth it? Either way, next time we are at the GW, we will be back. I will probably just not order the lobster.

    (4)

  • Christine W.

    It may be worth going just for the view. The service was lacking, as was the food. The Poke appetizer was fishy, and I didn't eat much for it. For $21.00, I expected more. The crab crusted sea bass was okay, but nothing special. I have had better back home in Illinois!

    (3)

  • Garett T.

    Everything was awesome when I ate here with my family. I ordered sauteed swordfish, and it still counts to this day (this was in '97) as the best seafood I've ever had. The surroundings were cool, too; the sunset, the thatched roofs, and, cough, the hotel... It made for quite a night.

    (5)

  • Jessica B.

    We ate here at night and really enjoyed the ambiance and the walk through the grounds of the Grand Wailea to get there. Gorgeous!! Our service was incredible and at the end our waiter gave my daughter a stuffed fish. (Humuhumunukunukuapua ofcourse). Presentation was beautiful, loved the ribs especially. Most of the appetizers on our combo platter were good save for one that was just bland but overall it just really helped make the trip that much more special.

    (4)

  • Brad D.

    Great open tiki type restaurant. Food and service were both excellent. Sort of pricey, but, hey, if you're staying at the Grand Wailea, so's everything else in the area. Definitely worth a second seating. Enjoy!

    (5)

  • Mandy A.

    The best looking restaurant we went to in Maui!!! Food should get 4 stars but the whole ambiance of the place was so incredible that it its worth 5 stars!!! I should dock off a star because the Tropical martini i got almost had no alcohol in it and according to my husband, had the taste of water with a hint of juice.... makes me a little mad to pay $16 for that but oh well. The place apparently mesmerized me so much that it was forgotten as soon as i finished the drink. For appetizer we tried the Pupu platter and that's when i fell in love with fresh Ahi Poke. And from there on, i am forever spoiled and addicted. (damn you Humuhumunukunukuapua'a!!) It was Fresh for sure, and melted in your mouth. For our main course I had the Rack of Lamb (which came from Colorado) served medium cooked, and it was ok .... the mint sauce it got served with was interesting (in a good way) very hearty meal because it also comes with mashed potatoes. Hubby got Seabass topped with crab. I liked the crab, but he swore that to him, it didn't taste fresh. It is what it is....great for tourists like ourselves, very romantic.... definitely take time to walk through the gardens and waterfalls/streams. I want to give a shout out, big A+ and 5 stars to Kenneth our server. Such a nice man with a pleasant attitude and soothing voice. It helps, when you want a romantic dinner. We had no room (in our stomachs and wallet) for desert. But would have loved to be able to "fit it in".

    (5)

  • Paul A.

    The Humuhumunukunukuapua'a Restaurant is a great location, very good ambience with very nice views. But I am sorry to say that he service and food in my opinion was less than par.

    (2)

  • Joe S.

    The food at Humu is really well done, and despite the food at the the Grand Wialehi beng VERY expensive for what you get, we thought that Humu was a decent value for Wialihi standards. My group had: -Sushami - AWESOME and LOTS of fish - Crab-crusted Oui - AWESOME and very flavorful - Macadimnut crusted Mahimahi - Very good but a bit overcooked Worth the visit if you are in the Wailahi area.

    (4)

  • Paige E.

    We ate here while staying at the Grand Wailea. The macadamia-crusted mahi-mahi was damn good, really liked it. Service was great and our waitress was really nice and helpful, and she brought a lobster over to our table and humored us while we took pictures with it. I'm giving it 4 stars because it's a little overpriced (even for Maui), and the drinks are really weak, despite being almost $20 a pop. I'm not a huge drinker, and even I couldn't taste/feel the alcohol in those drinks. Kind of a lot to pay for fruit juice. Sunset was gorgeous from the restaurant, but I probably wouldn't eat here again. Glad I did it once, but don't need to do it again.

    (4)

  • Mackenzie C.

    Beautiful surroundings, excellent food. Unique and well executed menu, doting service staff. Overall a fantastic experience.

    (5)

  • Monique R.

    We ate here 3 times during our time in Maui this year and each time it was delicious. I wasn't actually a huge fan of the salads, the dressings just weren't great and the asian pears in my salad were mushy BUT the entree made up for that salad! I am a vegetarian and was worried about a "fish" restaurant having anything for me to eat ... they are so nice and accommodating!! They quickly redesigned a vegetable plate for me from a list of sides, I had the glazed carrots, asparagus, coconut jasmine rice and mashed potatoes. I ate every morsel. My husband had ahi sashimi which loved, asparagus and a mojito which we both agreed was the best one either of us had ever had. We finished off the meal with the coffee ice cream cake which was really delicious. We came with friends one night and between us there were 3 kids (2,5,7), they were super sweet, giving them extra fish food, the kids menu is great, fruit bowl was really incredible and diverse and didn't break the bank! Love that each time we ate there, when the bill came, they give the children a stuffed Humu humu fish toy. Everywhere you eat in Maui it's at least $100 for a family of 4 at any given meal ... this is more expensive than that but not much more and it's a truly unique experience over the water and with great views! We will be back here :)

    (4)

  • Tim S.

    The best part of the meal was the bottle of Pelligrino and the conversation with my wife. The restaurant was overpriced, food over cooked, and service was extremely slow. This restaurant should quickly find a new executive chef. The plating of the food looks nothing like the pictures. Spoke with the manager and informed him of the issues experienced at the restaurant.

    (2)

  • L B.

    This place would be better if there were less kids but that's neither here nor there... The service wasn't bad despite a certain waiter who tried to pocket the money we used to pay for the dinner and charge the room, but luckily he wasn't a complete moron and we straightened that snafu out. Food was solid, nothing to write home about but nothing bad either. Luckily we had a free drink and $40 off dinner voucher thanks to Hilton points (best invention in the travel world) so it made the experience quite bearable to say the least. Would I recommend it? Sure, any first timer to Maui and the Grand Wailea deserves to have a taste of everything... would I go back? That's tbd at a later date.. Mahalo!

    (3)

  • Chloe H.

    food: 4 stars. I am a fan. We had the scallop appetizer, wagyu beef rib, petit filet mignon w/ lobster, salad, cappucino & mud pie. service: 5 stars. atmosphere: 5 stars. Got $40 coupon from front desk for being a Hilton Honors member. Yay! will definitely be back when I visit Maui.

    (4)

  • Peter S.

    Went twice it was so good. Brussel sprouts salad is amazing. Steak and lobster were perfect. Hula pie...OMG!

    (5)

  • Klaus G.

    Heard they had a new chef. Awesome service, great fish, great location, best meal we had on the island other than a chefs dinner we had made by Allain. We ate at Duo, Spago, and others and this was the best.

    (5)

  • Jen M.

    I went to Humu's with a group of about 6 people, and it was quite enjoyable. The restaurant sits right on the water. Our table was obviously the best as it was a bit tucked away but had beautiful views and felt semi-private. The food was good - I had filet mignon (allergy to seafood) but the others in my party raved about their own seafood entrees including the lobster. I enjoyed some sort of cocktail in a real coconut which was fun and delicious. They have an extensive wine collection as well. You can get delicious food at a number of places on Maui, and this is one of them - but the atmosphere here is hard to beat. It's quiet and serene and you can watch the sun set as you dine. Koi swim nearby and the large aquarium in the center of the restaurant is beautiful as well. If you are staying at the Grand Wailea then it's worth experiencing at least once.

    (4)

  • Joe D.

    It's probably a 3 1/2 star place. The Grand Wailea is a beautiful resort but the restaurant selection could be better. We ordered the spiny lobster and shared a 4 1/2 lb lobster, steamed mussels, and the assorted sorbets. The cocktails were typical but good. Overall, nice atmosphere and we had a very good server. The lobster is super pricey so be aware of the price per lb. They do have a special so it was significantly less during certain time frames. It's good but not great.

    (3)

  • Eric F.

    If you do not like the food at Humu, well, you guys need some help. I have dinner there quite often and I love it. There is nothing on the menu I wouldn't eat, and Chef Isaac Bancaco does a great job. My favorites are - Ceviche, Ribs, Scallops, Hamachi for the aps and the Poussin, Butterfish, Taz Salmon, Macnut Mahi, Ahi, Seabass and Lamb for the entrees...Humu Pie for dessert. They also serve the best natural beef I've had. Try to check with them when they have a "Toast" wine dinner (monthly), it is something not to miss.

    (5)

  • Katee M.

    We liked Humuhumu so much that we ate here for dinner 2x during a 5 night trip to Maui last week. The atmosphere here really is amazing! One night for dinner we had the mahi mahi and the next night I think was sea bass - my husband and I ordered the same entrees each night. The food was top notch! We also tried the pupu platter which was very good. There was one thing on it that I wasn't nuts about but the other 3 items, especially the ribs and the scallops were to die for. Definitely our favorite hotel restaurant in Wailea. The only reason I am not giving a 5 is because of the drinks. I ordered a $19 drink, a Volcano Punch I think, that tasted like a virgin drink, no joke. The second time around I ordered another drink that was again, way too light on the booze. For $14-$19 a drink I expect an amazing cocktail. The drinks on the menu sounded good but didn't deliver. Stick to iced tea or beer :) Service was excellent! Both nights we had different servers and both delivered exceptional service. You could tell you were in a nice resort because 5 star resorts know how to train their people properly. Service was definitely 5 stars! If you are in the Wailea area do not miss the opportunity to dine here! You won't be sorry!

    (4)

  • Arya M.

    The service was blow the average, but regardless of the service and price I GOT FOOD POISONED in that restaurant! I was throwing up all night because of their fishes. There are so many nice restaurants in maui and I DO NOT SUGGEST you to eat there!

    (1)

  • Tony B.

    I've been to Maui a handful of times and have dined at Humuhumu each time. The last time I dined there was just that - my last time. This upset me as I really liked this place the previous times I've been here. The experience was so bad - not what you would expect of a grand high end resort. My previous times the service, food and ambiance was spectacular. The last dining experience the server was slow and helped other tables, while ignoring us. It's bad when a party of 2 is seated 20 minutes before a party of 4, and the party of 4 leave 30 hour before the party of 2... Spending over $300 for 2 people, you would think they would pay more attention to you. The waitress knew she was in the wrong and wanted to comp us one dessert, but we ordered 2 desserts. She didn't charge us for either, but I could care less for the desserts being comped, I want great service for higher end places. The food was also mediocre that last time. The scallops were nothing special and the 4 lb Maine lobster was a little over cooked and really chewy. The day after we mentioned our experience to several staff members and clients at the hotel we stayed at they confirmed that they have gone down hill. Very upsetting...

    (2)

  • Chris R.

    My wife and I tried Humuhumu while staying at the Grand Wailea for our honeymoon. We're both avid foodies and excited about the experience. After having gone, I can say that it was ... okay. Decent enough, just not quite what I expected. We booked a 6 PM reservation, but got to the restaurant around 5:15 because I had a coupon for two free drinks. A cocktail will run you between $14 and $21. Since the hostess went ahead and seated us when we arrived, the waiter thought we were ready for dinner. Not exactly, but I'll forgive his eagerness. What I can't forgive was the way he would come by the table every few minutes asking if we were ready or had any questions. Still, not a HUGE deal to either one of us. For appetizers, we had the pan-seared diver scallops and the hamachi carpaccio. I can appreciate a chef trying to give me contrast in a dish, but this was too much. The scallops were $16 for 2, which was a bit of a letdown. I expected maybe 3 or 4 for that price. The scallop by itself was outstanding. It was cooked perfectly! The fried race cake underneath the scallop took so much away from the dish. Texturally, it didn't work for me, and the rice cake just didn't taste great, especially paired with an outstanding scallop. The hamachi carpaccio was $22 for 4 slices. Again, this was an area where I could have done without the contrast. The hamachi was served underneath shaved lemongrass ice. The fish was terrific with a surprising (and welcome) spicy kick. The lemongrass ice was frankly, pretty disgusting. It almost made the entire dish inedible for me. I toughed through it though, because the fish was just that good. For entrees, my wife had a rack of lamb and I had a filet ($40 / each). Her lamb was outstanding and had an interesting (in a good way) spicy mustard coating. Not a flavor that's paired with lamb a lot, but it worked. I ordered my filet medium-rare, but it came out medium-well. Surprisingly, it was still a great steak. Other than the hiccup with the wellness on the steak, the entrees were fabulous. All in all, it was an ... okay dining experience. It get's three stars for terrific entrees, a great view (which is a lot of what you pay for), and the incredible bits of two very confusing appetizers. I'd say go here if you get a voucher, otherwise, I'd watch the sunset from the beach or the lounge and have dinner at a place that's not quite as confused as to what they want their food to taste like.

    (3)

  • William I.

    The worst of the high end restaurants we visited. 8.50$ for a beer in a can? 20$ for a mixed drink? Good food but I thought our dollar(s!!!!!) went further at the fairmont or mama's fish house.

    (2)

  • Jason S.

    During our stay at the Grand Wailea we checked this place out on our first night as we were given coupons by the resort. The atmosphere here can't be beat. We got a table by the bar with a fantastic view of the beautiful Maui sunset. Our server was great, providing recommendations on all aspects of the menu, including wine. The food, though, was just okay. I would say that had we not received $80 worth of coupons, we'd be very disappointed with this restaurant for the price. 4 drinks, an appetizer and two entrees was still well over $100 with gratuity even after the coupons. Very, very expensive for what you get.

    (3)

  • May B.

    Three stars because I loved the setting. Went here in December. Other than that, the food was alright & the service was okay. I had the mac-nut ahi and it wasn't that great. Sushi is pretty good. On the other hand, I would rather go to mama's!

    (3)

  • Andrea B.

    Great service, nice atmosphere. Truly delicious food. We had low expectations having come off an abysmal experience at Amasia, but we were unexpectedly delighted with the originality of the dishes and the skill of the kitchen. And the staff was truly gracious with our kids. We will definitely return for all the reasons above.

    (5)

  • M H.

    The setting is incredibly beautiful, and that is all this place has going for it. We decided to enjoy a few drinks at sunset and from there we thought we would decide if we would stay for dinner. The bar staff (two middle aged men) were inattentive, they didn't appear to enjoy their work, and we had to basically wave them down to get service. The drinks were lacking in alcohol content, especially given the outrageous prices. Patrons about us ordered meals that did not look at all appealing. When we inquired with a person about their spring rolls/sushi, they reported it was "ok". The setting is what this place is all about and likely why the prices are so high. Management may want to consider reviewing customer service training with their bar staff. Needless to say we didn't stay for dinner and didn't return.

    (2)

  • Sarah F.

    Very pricey but very delicious! You HAVE to have the ribs ($12 appetizer which is a good size). The steak is also amazing. You could have a meal by having the pupu sampler if you aren't too starving. Beautiful view and a must-see location for sunset views!

    (5)

  • Robert K.

    Excellent chef on premises now. The quality of food is very good as well as the service. Atmosphere is dark, no real view from most seats although the restaurant is located in the nicest property on Maui, the Grand Wailea. The premises is a must stop if visiting the island. Considering the location, the restaurant needs an overhaul to match the surrounding decor.

    (5)

  • Mike B.

    Ate at Humu on 2/24/13. Food was very good, but we like Mamas fish, in Paia, and Spago next door better. Service was great and the atmosphere, with the being surrounded by fish ponds, was incredible. Only gave 4 stars because it was the most expensive meal we ate at, and 2 restaurants we ate at we're better as far as food went.

    (4)

  • Adam K.

    This place was not my favorite restaurant in Maui or Hawaii in general. First off we made a reservation and they made us wait 20 minutes for our table and the food was only mediocre. If you decide to skip any restaurant in Maui, this would be it.

    (3)

  • Shawn B.

    I got engaged here and we had an AMAZING experience. All of the staff were awesome and helped me. The food was superb, the atmosphere and ambiance was one in a million type of spots. The prices for the quality of food were great. All around incredible experience.

    (5)

  • Eileen S.

    We were staying at the resort and had our anniversary dinner here. The restaurant is lovely, open air seating with the ocean and lagoon with waterfalls as its backdrop. Almost everything was delicious. Tiger prawn appetizer and lobster bisque were delicious! Hubby got the surf and turf, he said his lobster and filet were good. I ordered the organic free range chicken which was unfortunately overcooked and dry.... I guess one should not order chicken at a seafood restaurant. I don't know what I was thinking... Justin, our server, was fantastic. He offered to have the kitchen remake my meal which I declined but took him on his offer to drown my chicken in a white truffle sauce. Ahh... he was right, white truffle sauce does make everything a little better :) Drinks were nice and strong. Our dessert (some sort of mudpie with chocolate macacadamia nut ice cream) was on the house and pretty good. Mahalo!

    (4)

  • Teresa K.

    yes it has a great view but the service was sub-par. we made reservations here a week out and when we were seated we were put in THE worst table in the entire place. we had seating for 5:45p so we wanted a sunset view, the place was nearly empty for it's size and they seated us in the back by the kitchen. when i asked for a better table they obliged with a great place, but with a different waiter who was occupied with two other tables and was not very attentive. from being initially seated it took about 35 mins to have our drink order taken and another 10mins to get our drinks. once our order was taken we received our food in a timely manner but getting service from our waiter was slow, even though he was apologetic it was annoying. The food was good, we both had a mahi mahi for the entree, ahi sashimi for apps and the chocolate mousse volcano for dessert. the dessert was really cute and looked like a little volcano and it also tasted great. The ambinance was great. Great views of the ocean, the lagoons around us and the fish within them. Even though the speed of service was on hawaii kicked-back time we were miffed at the lack of attention.

    (3)

  • Jennifer M.

    I feel bad giving Humus two stars, but ours was a two and a half star experience and based upon our expectations and the price we paid I didn't feel comfortable rounding up to a three star review. We had a large lunch earlier in the day, so when it was time for dinner we decided to go someplace where we could enjoy a light meal of appetizers in a nice setting. We have eaten at Humus in the past and enjoyed ourselves, so when deciding where to go we quickly decided to go to the Grand Wailea. When we arrived the restaurant was only 1/3 full and it was past sunset and well into dinner service, so I was a bit taken aback by the maitre d' who upon learning that we did not have reservations stated that they might be able to find a table for us. I hate to be blunt but if your restaurant is nowhere near full you should be glad to have the business. Predictably they were able to accommodate us and we had a lagoon side table...perhaps surprising to the maitre d' but not to us given the number of empty tables in the restaurant. I have to admit that the food was quite good. We ordered humuhumunukunukupupu pu'ai (appetizer sampler), the awapuhi Niu ribs, a spiny lobster roll, and an order of fried rice. We wanted the sampler so that we could try a variety of appetizers, it came with the ahi traps, tempura shrimp, seared diver scallops, and ribs. The ahi traps were definitely unique and I enjoyed the aromatic flavor of the lemongrass, but texture wise the ahi was pretty mushy and bland, had it been seasoned this dish would have probably been our favorite of the night. Our favorite were the diver scallops which were perfectly seared and accompanied by a mandarin orange that perfectly highlighted the delicate flavor of the scallop, this was the appetizer that we enjoyed the most. Tempura shrimp was decent, but because it was placed on a pickled cucumber type salad our shrimp was soggy, a shame because this would have been excellent if the tempura was crispy. The Niu ribs are outstanding, they are so tender the meat falls off of the bone and we were so glad that we had ordered the full appetizer as everyone enjoyed this dish thoroughly. The spiny lobster roll was also delicious, though they brought out one tiny dish that held about two tablespoons of soy sauce for three people to share. Seriously I just ordered a $20 lobster roll, is it too much to ask that everyone be given their own soy sauce to enjoy it with? We tried finding our waitress to request extra soy sauce, but she was nowhere to be found. It's actually the service that we received while dining at Humus that dulled our enjoyment of the evening. The food was pretty darn good, but it just isn't enough to make up for poor service. We had better service from the waitress at Buca di Beppo than we did that night at Humus, and for a restaurant of Humu's caliber that is just unacceptable. Diane was our waitress for the evening and she is very friendly I will give her that much, but service that evening was definitely lacking. We spent 15 minutes after being seated waiting for our drink orders to be taken, it took 10 minutes for drinks to arrive and we didn't order anything complicated just a beer and an iced tea. They definitely need to work on timing at this restaurant because at 25+ minutes after being seated we finally placed our order. Once our food was brought to our table it was as though Diane had disappeared. There are several guys that are there carrying water pitchers and so our water glasses were never empty and they were very attentive. After a long time had passed and our drinks were empty with no sign of Diane coming back to see if we would like another one of the water guys finally came up and offered to get us new drinks, probably because he had seen me aimlessly swishing ice cubes around in my empty iced tea glass! I think Diane checked on us once our entire meal. Nearly two hours after being seated we saw Diane again and indicated that we had finished, after clearing the plates off of the table I was speechless when she whipped out a towel and started wiping it down as we were still sitting there, and before she had even brought out the check. I don't know if this is poor training or if she genuinely didn't understand that you shouldn't bus a table while the diners are still seated, but either way it should not happen at this sort of restaurant when it doesn't even happen at an Outback Steakhouse. At the end of our meal we just wanted to pay and get out of there, but of course after another 15 minutes had elapsed Diane passed us on her way to another table and then realized she had forgotten our bill, 15 minutes later the bill finally arrived and we were able to pay and leave. Our light meal turned into a two and a half hour ordeal, had it not been for the company and the good food the evening would have been a complete disaster. I'm sorry Humu's your food is good, but I've learned my lesson...never again!

    (2)

  • Bryn W.

    We were dazzled all day by the Road to Hana, but unfortunately the dinner to follow just fizzled. The food is pretty good here, as is the environment, waterfalls and stocked pond below the seating area. But, the greatest disappointment was the service. When eating at a quality restaurant I expect better than average service, and that was not nearly the case here. After finishing my first beer I waited at least 10 or 15 minutes before our server returned to the table, and that was only when I asked the waiter clearing our appetizer plates if he was allowed to get a beer for me! Several others in my group were also waiting on drinks, so it wasn't only me. The restaurant was not busy either, especially for a Friday night. Finally, I can only feel that there was a lack of effort on her part because of our party size. The menu indicated that parties of 8 or more will have 18% gratuity added. We were a party of 8 and upon payment the gratuity was included on the bill. I am one who ALWAYS tips at least 20%, more if service is top notch or I see that the server is hustling. Needless to say, I did not add to the included gratuity. During a vacation in Miami Beach a few years ago my wife and I encountered the worst service repeatedly. Well every restaurant in Miami Beach includes a gratuity regardless of party size. No need to earn a tip if it is already included. One thing in Miami, another at a quality restaurant such as Humu.......

    (2)

  • Alicia N.

    We came here for dinner last night and ordered off the restaurant week menu. Between the two of us, we ordered the pan fried scallops, Kula salad, Mac nut encrusted mahi mahi, petite surf & turf, and hula pie. Everything was good, including the taro rolls they served before the meal, but nothing stand out fantastic. The lilikoi Bellini was a little watered down, but the wine was good. Overall, I appreciated their use of local menu items & ingredients - why bother eating Italian or something else you can get anywhere? The company & ambience were the best part of the evening.

    (4)

  • David S.

    Lots of hate on here for Humu, I'm pretty surprised. Came here with my wife for some sunset drinks and appetizers since it was a short walk over from the far-more-overpriced Four Seasons. Very friendly waiters and bartenders, great food, and 1/2 priced Mai Tais... not sure what the hate is all about, but we loved it. Not to mention, beautiful views of the gorgeous Maui sunset.

    (5)

  • Jason F.

    Had dinner here while staying on Maui. Timed it right to have a seating during sunset. The view is amazing. The service was excellent and the food was also excellent. Even the maui bread that they give you was so good! Cant ask for more..5 stars. I'll be back!

    (5)

  • Michelle B.

    Just had a wonderful dinner here tonight. They are participating in restaurant week - for $49 I had a butter lettuce, white cheddar, pear and Mac nut salad, Mac nut crusted (but not breaded) mahi mahi, and hula pie. The food was fabulous, fresh, well seasoned, service was great. The mahi mahi had several complex flavors going on and was sitting on some local sweet potato mash. The hula pie was 100% better than Duke's and tasted blissfully fresh. Cannot believe we didn't come here last time we were on the island. The view is amazing and watched the last bits of the setting sun over the water from our table. Oh, and the tropical Cosmo was pricy at $16 - but so worth it!

    (5)

  • Jessica C.

    My husband and I came here after several people recommended this restaurant. We are very sad to say that we did not have a good experience, and we would highly suggest you save your money. First of all, we had just arrived in Wailea for our honeymoon. We had written the restaurant directly weeks in advance and told them we were coming for this special occasion, that they came recommended and that we were excited to try their restaurant. Unfortunately, we did NOT receive great service. When we arrived, no one greeted us with an aloha or a congrats. We were taken to our seat, which was NOT one of the better seats in the house for our one romantic "splurge dinner" on Maui. Our waitress wasn't friendly at all. She never asked where we were visiting from or anything. My husband even mentioned that we were here for our honeymoon, and she didn't say anything!! No congrats or anything! We were so surprised. Other restaurants we had been to had been so nice, noting it was our honeymoon in the reservation and greeting us accordingly. Also, every other place we had been acknowledged our special event with a complimentary dessert or drinks. So... We gave them the benefit of the doubt and thought maybe the restaurant doesn't do that. But then... The table next to us was having an anniversary and they received a complementary piece of cake and a warm congrats. Very disappointing. And the food? Just ok. It was good... But not memorable or at all worth the high price tag. In fact, the Old Lahaina Luau buffet food was more memorable. While the atmosphere is romantic, there are better spots. Don't waste your money.

    (2)

  • Ang I.

    The service was okay. Our waitress disappeared a lot and was hard to find. She didn't really seem to know much about the menu either. The food was just average. The real reason to come here is for the sunset view and the atmosphere. It was very romantic. Other than that I didn't think it was that spectacular. It was kind of meh. Plus it was really hard to find because the hotel is like a maze. The parking was expensive. Good thing they validated our parking ticket.

    (3)

  • D R.

    The restaurant is located in the Grand Wailaia Hotel, a Waldorf Astoria resort. The grounds are amazing to be seen. Waterfalls, romanesque pools, artwork and statutes befitting a museum...simply breathtaking. It's a bit of a hike though the hotel before you even make it to the restaurant. I felt like I was walking though the Swiss Family Robinson ride at Disneyland. The restaurant is nestled in a salt water lagoon filled with carp and a lobster tank where you can catch the lobster yourself (and pet it and name it apparently...yeah a little too traumatic around dinner time for me) we started with an appetizer and to be honest I can't remember what it was because the star of the dinner show was the ahi on a bed of coconut rice smothered in a yellow curry sauce and shrimp poke (po-kee). And as a side, which I'm not sure it's fair to call it that because it stole the show, we had caramelized Brussel sprouts and bacon. Oh. My. Goodness! The ahi was seared and melted in my mouth like butter. The coconut rice and curry sauce were the perfect flavor pairing. So much happiness was going on in my mouth it was a true vacation getaway! But wait...there's more! Dessert we shared a tropical sorbet made fresh in their kitchen. One scoop each of mango, passionfruit, and lilikoi. The first two were sweet while the latter lilikoi was very tart. It was like a part of my taste buds that I never used before were awakened. Now I understand why people pay top dollar for a meal. It was truly an experience. A feast for all the senses.

    (5)

  • Shreekant P.

    We were seated by the water, so great views. We were unfortunate to have a moderately loud foursome in the next table (I guess they were having a good time). Seafood appetizer served in coconut shell was real good.. The salmon and Kobe beef (with a glass of Franciscan Cabernet) were memorable. Really Mmmmm. This would have been a 5-star for the food quality, taste, and presentation but for the prices (I agree for a Waldorf Astoria, the prices were within reason). Reservations are highly recommended (read as required). Even the bar seating is very limited first come first served. Undoubtedly the best tasting/classiest dinner we had in the 10 days on the island. As Emmy D in her review writes, it is a very beautiful and musical name: Humu Humu--Nuku Nuku-Ah Pua-Ah! I did not realize it was the state fish!

    (4)

  • Kalani S.

    Aloha As a native Hawaiian I'm very selective on how I want my fish and lobster to be cooked but I have to tell you I'm pretty impress on how Juicy the Ahi was. The food was so delicious that we decided to go again on the next night. I ordered the Surf and Turf and it was well worth it. Overall the food was awesome but the service was not consistant, On the first night we Had Justin and man he was AWESOME! The next night we had a none personality waiter which took the excitement away. Overall the price is right for the amount of food you get. So I give this place a 1 and half thumbs up. All the past reviews of this place should be removed and if you ask why well as you know its Hawaii and you need to get use to paying a higher price for our food because this is how we survive on an Island. This place is better than eating at Ruth Chris Mahalo Humuhumunukunukuapua'a

    (4)

  • Diana V.

    The concierge at our hotel (the Fairmont) made our reservation. We were told our credit card would be charged $50 per person if we cancelled. It wasvour last night in Maui and I really wanted it to be special. I asked for a rail table and for the reservation to be made at the time when that could be accommodated. We arrived early and reminded them that we asked for a rail seat. Very rudely, I was told that it would not be possible. Trying to be flexible, I said we could wait. The immediate response - without checking other tables or the reservation list - it will be another hour. I asked to speak to the manager. He was even more abrupt - offered no apology - simply said tables cannot be requested. I said " since we met our obligation, and you did not - we'd like to cancel without penalty". The manager said - "fine". Nothing else, and walked away. We had our hotel pick us up and we had the most amazing dinner at Nick's Fish Market. We should have started there. They evn made up a bed for our son at the foot of our table. He slept while we enjoyed our best meal in Maui.

    (1)

  • Yackisoba Y.

    My dad surprised me and my family and new fiancé with a sunset dinner here. Between us we had the pupu sampler, butterfish, ribs, Mahi Mahi, and kale salad. All the food was excellent, the ambiance was perfect and the waitress was a gem. I'm giving five stars, which i usually reserve for multiple visits, because it was such a wonderful evening and the overall experience was unforgettable!

    (5)

  • Andi R.

    We've been calling this Humuhumu-sucky-sucky or Humuhumu-boohoo-boo-hoo since we left. Overpriced. Not 5 star food at all. Go if you want a great view and 'the experience' of Maui, I guess. Husb had the scallop appetizer and said it was good; his bass with crab on top was just 'meh'. He said 'too heavy a hand on the sauce' I got the chicken (I know, I know, I'm in Maui, but...) and it was just good. The eggplant side was overly done. I mean, I ate it, but... not 5 stars as some have mentioned. Our waiter was good; very informative, knew a lot about each plate, polite, etc. We wish we had saved our $ and gone somewhere else.

    (2)

  • Green D.

    I sat at the bar both nights and was served by Max. Service was excellent. Sunset was excellent! I had the sushi roll and the mahi special of the evening. Both were great!! The sushi roll was the best roll I've ever had!! Usually I get only sashimi or nigiri, but Max recommended this roll--and it did not disappoint!! Also worth trying are the potatoes & hearts of palm au gratin.

    (4)

  • Chris H.

    The food is pretty good, but not everyone in my group thought it was outstanding. It is pricey, as you would expect in the Grand Wailea. It is set in a nice lagoon. You can order your lobster and it will be plucked out of a holding basket in the lagoon and dropped in the pot. The lagoon has lots of carp...I am not sure why they did not go with nicely colored Koi instead of the plain black carp, but maybe saltwater conditions to support the lobster don't suit koi. You can bring the kids to feed the carp at 5pm--just get the food from the hostess. That is also about the time the Hawaiian torch lighter runs around blowing on his conch shell. Not a great sunset spot...go to the Grand Dining Room instead for that.

    (4)

  • Chris Z.

    Another perfect example of over rated and way way over priced resort food. For the $70 I spent here on appetizers I could have had an awesome meal at a local place that actually wowed me. Instead I got about 8 bites of mediocre food and a glass of water in an open air restaurant with eye-drying fans blowing around the odor of fish from beneath.

    (1)

  • Corene C.

    The worst service and food of our trip to Maui. It's such a shame becasue the location can't be beat. The restaurant itself is so beautiful...so "Hawaiian" (for us tourist types) We were so excited! Too many negatives to mention but the biggee was our terrible tasting and cooked entree's arrived late and all the manager did was give our daughter a toy fish with no apology, just a smile and a shrug of the shoulders. My husband had a very nice but firm talk afterwards with management but they really didn't care because they knew we'd be on a flight out the next day. It really was the worst dining experience we have ever had - and we eat out 3 times a week! Maui is amazing and there are so many other choices you can make.

    (1)

  • James S.

    Excellent evening celebrating our 25th. Food was VERY good. However, a 5 star was not possible bases on our waiter. No personality whatsoever. Expected more.

    (4)

  • Erika T.

    The view is awesome! Great cocktails, and the food was good. I think in this case you're paying for the view. The service was not bad, but it also was not memorable. I would go back again.

    (3)

  • Rick S.

    Great ambiance. Excellent service. We had the fillet which was very good and the macadamia nut and pumpkin seed-encrusted Mahi Mahi which was small, but amazing. The sauces were first rate. I suggest you have a drink or two BEFORE dining here to save the $16 to $20 that they charge for most of their drinks.

    (5)

  • Ryan S.

    Yeah yeah, when you look at the pictures of this place, you think this is an amazing 5 star restaurant. "overlooking a picturesque fishpond, Humuhumuetc. is an amazing place to dine in ecstasy." Well, thats what I was thinking when I made a reservation here. We came here early, and walked through the seemingly endless grounds of the Grand Wailea resort, which is probably part of the reason this place got even two stars. Beautiful. We then walked into the restaurant, which was breathtaking, and made me shiver (but that might have just been from the cool breeze blowing through the open air hut). Basically, you're actually in a hut, overlooking a huge fishpond--pretty amazing. We were still very early, but wanted to order an appetizer, so were promptly seated at the worst possible table. All I could see was the Maitre D's huge belly. We got the pupu platter, which came and showcased breathtaking (literally, I choked it was so bad) vegetable covered ahi, OK ribs, very good scallops and other random stuff. After about half an hour, we were seated at yet another terrible seat, right in the middle of a subsection of the hut. This time, I couldn't see anything but a crying baby's tearing up eyes. I tried to tune this out, and eventually got surprisingly good at it. Our waitress came and gave us the menus, which were extremely small (waitresses excuse: new menu). We asked her about the items, which she seemed to have no knowledge of at all. So I had to decide on my own. *shudder*. I settled on the entree sized diver scallops, which the only response the waitress had to offer was, "they're good, you'll like them." (Wait, how would she know what I like?) My food came, I was ready to dig in. The first scallop of five went down in a snap, and I went to the next. I actually ended up eating only three, because the scallops just got boring, and the urge for my stomach to get rid of them got too large, so I stopped eating. Trust me, I will never ever come back here again. Oh and P.S: Did I mention the scallops cost $25? Sigh...

    (2)

  • Aileen C.

    Way expensive (average-tasting) drinks but yummy pupus (apps) that are worth the trip! Didn't have dinner here, but it's a great spot for happy hour to catch sunset!

    (3)

  • Law C.

    FOOD: 3 Stars AMBIANCE: 5 STARS! The ambiance is an Pacific islands style thatch roofed open air house surrounded by an intricate lagoon. The lagoon has hundreds of small shark looking fish swimming around right under where you are eating. We even saw a few puffer fish that were almost two feet in length! Crazy.. Look past the lagoon, statues and palms trees, and the Pacific Ocean is right there. Being in Maui, almost everything has some kind of ocean view, but this way the best view we've seen of the sunset our entire trip. There's spiny tail lobsters in the lagoon you can pick out to eat for dinner! How dope is that! Food: I wish I could have gotten a lobster but they stopped serving them at 6:30. I got the whole Thai snapper which was pretty good and overpriced. The ambiance was worth overpaying for the food though. Definitely will return if I go back to Maui.

    (4)

  • MJ F.

    It is a beautiful setting and the restaurant was very elegant Hawaiian motif among the fish ponds. We waited 5 minutes to be seated, service was fair. Funny we were told only one sushi chef on duty is why we waited 15 minutes with our bread and drinks before the Sushi rolls arrived. Steak and Lobster were OK but not as good as I have had on mainland. I guess I expected better from the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. I say go to see the place and have a drink, but don't waste your money on the fair food and service. We had more fun at Lulu's sports bar in S. Kihei with live music and Hula show. You can get a coupon there for 20% off! As a food service manager, I'd say they had staffing problems since they only allowed half the tables to be seated and were telling people without reservations to wait 1-2 hours for a seating. Definitely not worth the $160 we paid for dinner. Also, don't plan on self parking, Valet only, but they validate so it will only cost you the tip! Allow 15 minutes to work your way thru the maze to find the restaurant by the pools and beach.

    (3)

  • Eric F.

    If you stay at the Grand Wailea this is 5 stars because of the convienence. We went to eat and see the sunset. Wonderful atmosphere. We didn't get an aweful fishy smell as another said. The staff and service was really good. I had the mac nut mahi mahi(really good) and the wife had kobe short ribs(said it was good, tasted like roast though). I thought the dinner rolls were awesome with the onions grown in Maui that are apparently really sweet like fruit. The Hula Pie for desert was great. Price was what you would expect and I'm not disappointed. If you stay at the hotel this is a great option.

    (4)

  • Cindy B.

    The food here is fantastic. Yes, it's expensive, yes, it's kind of kitschy polynesian. But the food makes up for it. The ambiance is perfect. Make reservations in time for sunset. We had the goat cheese/melon salad (so perfectly paired). I still think goat cheese taste like what I imagine old man sweat would taste like. I kept my mind open and was pleasantly surprised. The scallops on a parsnip cake was wonderful. The scallops were sweet and seared. I had the surf and turf, steak was medium rare. The waiter almost forgot to give me the steak knife, funny, I didn't think I needed it. The steak was so tender, melt in your mouth practically. I don't ever remember having steak this good. The lobster was grilled. Though it didn't taste as sweet as the scallops, it was so simple and flavorful. My husband ordered the mac nut crusted mahi mahi. This dish is offered in so many restaurants, I couldn't see how this could be any different. But it was. It was very moist, you could really taste the freshness of the fish. It wasn't crusted in breadcrumbs and mac nuts (as is usually offered in other restaurants), instead the nuts were sprinkled on top of the fish, which was very complimentary and not overpowering. We shared the abalone chowder, which was put together at the table with a little bit of fanfare. lol. We were given a bowl with the main ingredients (abalone, onions, bacon) and then the curry-flavored soup was added to the bowl. We could have had 10 of these, but we coudln't have afforded it. We had the coconut tapioca flan which was delicious. What a terrific way to end the night.

    (4)

  • Troy L.

    Did not stay there, so went for dinner. Feels like you are in Disneyland, which I guess is cool for families, but not for a honeymoon couple. The views were nice and atmosphere with the fish floating around was pretty cool, when we could ignore the cheesy feeling But this all would have been fine if the food was good....it was not.

    (2)

  • Nathan T.

    Great location on the beach. Very cool building construction. Feel very comfortable here. Great food, and friendly staff. Jeff and Tracy made us feel welcome and helped our family have a wonderful evening. Thanks!

    (5)

  • Teena S.

    Don't waste your time or money!!! Dinner started out with tasteless, doughy white dinner rolls, vulgar for a resort restaurant of this supposed quality. The main courses were overly sauced and overwhelmingly rich. When you have such great seafood at your disposal, why would you go to such great lengths to destroy it! In all fairness, the Kula salad was very good and our waiter was pleasant.

    (1)

  • P L.

    This was a great pick for one night but wears you out after a few times. The menu is not that deep but that said, the mac nut encrusted Mahi was amazing and the salad with the pears and butter lettuce is a must.

    (4)

  • John S.

    This place has that classic Hawaiian kitsch and a great view, but not much else. Not only is the food ludicrously overpriced, but it's just not that good. The shrimp was both under- and overdone, the tempura was soggy, the mahi mahi over bok choy was ill-conceived, the drinks tasted like cheap alcohol and food coloring, the service was perfunctory, etc. Avoid.

    (2)

  • Mojojojo Y.

    let me start off by saying this isn't what i expected for a signature restaurant (having the ambiance of thatched huts and the men wearing lava lava) but the humuhumu makes up for it's appearance with it's food and service. reading other yelp reviews, maybe ordering is a hit or miss but we seemed to pick the right entrees. bf had the surf and turf (lobster tail was larger than expected) and i had the kobe shortribs (tender and extremely tasty, i ate the whole dish! and it's rare that i'll finish everything on my plate). we shared the ahi traps, which were tempura fried seared ahi kabobs on lemon grass sticks - totally yummy! we wish we had more than four pieces! our waiter and the rest of the staff were attentive and efficient. we had a wonderful meal accompanying an equally wonderful sunset.

    (4)

  • Sandy S.

    I was so looking forward to my dinner here....after all it looks so cool from the outside....like a giant hut floating on the water....unfortunately it was more cheesy than cool. I might as well have been at a Rainforest Cafe. I guess I'd be more foregiving of the ambiance if the food was good....but i can't even say that much. i guess, i could give the restaurant some slack because its was Restaurant Week IN Wailea.....quality of food and service does decline in such circumstances, but it really wasn't that busy.....The dessert was a Sara Lee special straight from the freezer, my seared scallops were decent but the surf and turf.....well....i could have prepared it better...and that is not saying a lot! .....sorry

    (2)

  • JEN H.

    The seared ahi is to die for! Service was great. Keep in mind this place is in a resort. That'll explain the prices. My ahi was $36 and my hubbys red snapper was $60 (market price). If you've got the extra cash, stop by!!!

    (5)

  • M'ia K.

    We went to the bar for drinks before sunset, and $9.75 MaiTais (with sales tax at 4.166%, a bargain) was the perfect start to an evening! We thought they'd set us back $15 at least! We did NOT eat dinner here, but spent about an hour lounging and listening to the music and enjoying the warm Maui evening as we watched the sunset. It's a virtual 'disneyland-like' experience, complete with tiki 'huts' and fish swimming around the ponds.

    (5)

  • Chris L.

    The main reason we went to Humuhumu was that we were staying at the Grand Wailea. The food was good but not out of this world. It was a bit pricey but still nice. The sashimi was the best part of the meal...it was out of this world.

    (3)

  • Mariver C.

    This place was over priced because the food was not good. I'm more than willing to pay top dollar for great food and this place was yucky at best. The seafood was over done and salty. My husband's steak was dry and tasteless.

    (1)

  • Tracey C.

    My hubby and I went here for a belated honeymoon. I love fish, but he is allergic. I was excited to try fresh Maui fish. The reviews earlier said the fish was overcooked, my mahi mahi was perfect and his filet was perfect. The tast of the lobster bisque although good, reallly skimped on the lobster, there was only teeny tiny pieces in it. The server was very friendly and attentive. Justin recognized we were on our honeymoon and gave us a complimentary dessert that was delicious(mudpie). You can't beat the view!!

    (4)

  • Steve T.

    Great setting. Beautiful surroundings. Absurdly expensive. Pretty good food. Crappy service. The dining room we were seated in was very nice, and the overall feel of the place is outstanding. The location is of course great if you are staying at the hotel or nearby. All they need to do is get rid of the management and staff and the chef they'd be all set... Firstly, we came early and were one of perhaps four tables occupied in the restaurant (maybe these reviews are taking their toll :-( ). It ended up taking over 80 minutes to be served our entree. By the time they served us our drinks were long finished and we were all ready to leave. The waitress offered no explanation or apology. I guess a wait like this is normal. As for the food, we all chose various local fish. I think this was the best call as they had a nice selection of local fish, including the lobster which was a nice little side show of pulling the animals out of the cage. As for the food... I like small portions (I'm not a "big" eater), but wow, these are _small_ portions! The food they did serve however was very good. Some dishes were merely competent whereas some were nearly great. At this price level at a place like the GW however, every dish should be "great". Not to say the food wasn't pretty darn good, but it just doesn't match the surroundings and the price level. The service, however, would get zero stars even at Denny's. And yes, as others have mentioned, it was very expensive even though we left the customary $.01 tip for service like this.

    (2)

  • Melissa K.

    The setting of this restaurant is ba-na-nas (said in my Rachel Zoe voice). Gorgeous tiki hut with a huge aquarium wall at the bar. Our table overlooked a tropical fish lagoon and The Grand Wailea's Luau. The hostess took us on a tour of the "lobster lagoon" where I was told I could pick my lobster and have it weighed. As sorry as I felt for the lobsters that were trying to hide from us, I ordered the Hawaiian Spiny Lobster with the Shoyu rice. My husband and I got the pork rib pupu, and we were gobsmacked at how delicious they were. They were perfectly caramelized and flavor packed with ginger. We ordered the poke with ogo pupu, and that was just okay (Kai Sushi @ Kapalua has a much better poke). My lobster was finger-licking good. I managed to crack the meat out of every little joint of that lobster. The Shoyu rice was a nice starchy compliment to the lobster. My husband got the Miso Butterfish with the wok-tossed veggies, and that was absolutely delectable, too. The best part of the night was watching the sunset from our table.

    (4)

  • Jay C.

    The setting is nice. Food was just ok. Our waiter was horrible. Forgetful and unfriendly.

    (1)

  • Arlene R.

    We didn't dine here this time around but, shared a bottle of wine while watching the sunset (and pouring rain). Our server Michelle was great! Entertained our 4 year old by showing him the lobster trap. She even pulled one out for him to touch! She also handed him some fish food to throw over the edge. They have fish feeding there every evening at 5pm as well as $5 Mai Tai's in the Lounge from 5-6pm.

    (5)

  • Andrew K.

    My wife and I both got food poisoning from Humuhumunukunukuapua'a. We did notify the restaurant. I know it can happen and I don't think a restaurant attached to this nice of a resort would have this problem often but I feel that it is my responsibility to report on it.

    (1)

  • JoAnn F.

    What a wonderful experience! We celebrated our daughters wedding at Humu. We were a party of ten and all ten of us were impressed. The food and service were excellent. The price was unbelievably reasonable. One might expect the prices to be out of range, after all is the Grand Wailea. I can't wait to go back. Fine job chef! Thank you Anneve.

    (5)

  • Eric D.

    Overpriced bad food. Not worth it.

    (1)

  • Sylvia R.

    My husband and I came here for dinner right before sunset and the view was absolutely breathtaking. We both ordered the surf and turf and it was delicious. The service was great we couldn't have asked for a better waiter. it was a memorable dinner.

    (4)

  • Megan M.

    went here for valentine's day, have to say it was excellent. atmosphere is tiki-kitschy but very cool and luxurious (see if you can spot a spiny lobster in the closed pool along the walkways - it's someon'es dinner). kobe beef shortrib appetizer was delicious. opakapaka entree with crab creme fraische caviar sauce was decadent and wonderful. potato-crusted hamachi with tomatoes, pancetta and tomato-ginger emulsion (which was actually green-white from basil oil and cream) was very fresh tasting yet rich, very good balance of flavors. another poster criticized Humu for not having high value for the money. I disagree. The quality of the dishes was very high and met our expectations, which were hightened by the steep prices. And anyways it's Maui!!! If you want "value" you shouldn't go to Maui.

    (5)

  • Jessica N.

    My husband and I vacationed in Maui from September 21st to October 1, 2009 with our 1 year old son. We found a baby sitter for our son and planned our "date night" and picked Humuhumu as our restaurant of choice. I would rate the service 5 stars hands down, however, my husband ordered a $60 fish platter and seriously, it was the whole fish just grilled. Nothing special at all. My dinner was so uneventful, I can't even remember but it wasn't worth what we paid. The ambiance was ok, but honestly, there's an unassuming restaurant up the road about 10 mins that was much less expensive with a wonderful view and great, great food. The restaurant is the Five Palms Restaurant in Kihei. Again, the service at Humuhumu was outstanding, but the food fell flat, especially at those prices.

    (2)

  • C. J.

    Really pricey (but that's to be expected at the Grand Wailea)... Can't beat the location though -- beautiful views, tranquil setting. The food was delicious, and our dessert was particularly memorable. We were celebrating our honeymoon so they brought us a complimentary bottle of champagne. Nice touch.

    (4)

  • Pops F.

    This rating is based on value for your money. Their Mai Tai is average, and the price has gone up to $12 since the other review in August. Service was not up the price point. Food is well-presented but average and very expensive (par for the course at the resort restaurants). The aquarium bar is cool, as is the setting surrounded by fish ponds and nestled amidst the pools. In their defense, we only had appetizers at the bar as the main restaurant was full. However, based on the disappointing $20 appetizers, we wouldn't plunk down $45 to try an entree.

    (2)

  • Andy B.

    Wonderful food and location but the service was pathetic. When you spend average $75/person for entree, dessert, and drinks, you expect to have great service. My party waited 90 minutes before we were served our entrees. We asked to speak with Manager and he only could say sorry and they were busy (only half our room was full so the busy excuse didn't fly). All the parties around us that arrived after us were served and finished before we were even served. After we complained to the manager while waiting for our entrees, we then got even worse service from our waiter because he was upset we spoke with the manager. Then the bill comes and they charged us for 2 extra desserts that we didn't even order. They did serve us 2 extra desserts but we thought that was how they were compensating us...but no they were trying to screw us again. They also still tried to slap us with an automatic 18% tip after all our complaints. So bad service and management would keep me from ever coming back or recommending it to anyone. If you looking for great food and service, we will go back to Mamas Fish House.

    (1)

  • Lise T.

    Nice atmosphere...cute waiters....but hmmm...the dishes were just okay. :I The fish was just too fishy for my taste...and I LOVE fish!

    (2)

  • Dorian G.

    one of the best meals i've ever had. the seafood here is so fresh that you'd think they caught it moments after you ordered. a nice surprise was the tiger prawn tempura...i'm not a fried fish person by any means, but it was soooooooooo good. and the drinks were massive and well-priced. make sure you request a sunset-time reservation so you can watch the sun go down over the lagoon. aaahhhh.....

    (4)

  • Adkinl A.

    This restaurant is my favorite on Maui. The fish is excellent, the views are spectacular and the service is top notch. Everyone raves about Mama's but for my money, take me to Humu!

    (5)

  • Kehau S.

    This is a great fine dining restaurant for families, because kids can feed the fish, which my son just loves doing! It's also probably the best fine dining view on the south side of Maui. It's amazing to go for the sunset. The food is good. The best deal is if your a Hilton Honors member: you get a $40 discount, plus two free drinks, plus bonus Hilton points if you spend over $50. My husband had the mahi the last time we went - it was delicious. The sides are also very good - the bok choy is simply amazing!

    (4)

  • Sy N.

    Fun to say, and a great place to dine. Is it overpriced? Sure, but it's a restaurant at a shmantzy resort, so that it to be expected. That said, the food ranged from good to phenomenal. (The wine we ordered, a $65 Pinot noir from Willamette Valley, was unimpressive.) The apps we ordered were quite good - a hamachi sashimi that had innovative and delicious preparation, and ribs that were so tender you could probably eat them with a spoon. Our entrees were the salmon that was ridiculously good (and I tend to be a harsh critic with salmon) and a short rib that was tasty, if a little fatty. Dessert was likewise delish. In short, I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to hit Humu next time I'm on Maui, but if I stay in Wailea again, I will be sure to enjoy it again. Oh, and the thatch-hut style restaurant on a lagoon is fun and pretty, but hey, it's Maui, so no real bonus points for a good view. :)

    (4)

  • Stephanie P.

    Super un-impressed and after looking at our final bill, actually kind of annoyed that we paid that much for the experience... I can see how the setting could work. The restaurant is a cluster of pagodas set in water and the water has some fish and lobster in it; it is probably beautiful at sunset. Unfortunately, the night we were there, the entire restaurant smelled like fishy water... Kind of gross and unappetizing. Husband and I shared a salad for an appetizer - it was good. And then hubby got the korean fried chicken and I ordered an abalone chowder for an entree. Food was good but not great. Korean chicken was fried chicken with some sort of spicy siracha sauce - definitely had kick and a lot of flavor. My soup was interesting - it had some curry flavor and chopped bits of apple in it too. The Humu pie that everyone on Yelp raves about is simply ice cream cake. I was unimpressed. It was $15 for ice cream cake... Add that to my husband's $20 mai tai (yes, he literally paid $20 for one mai tai) and it was a little too much for us... Total experience was OK and I would have rated it 3 stars had the restaurant been priced more moderately.

    (2)

  • Callisto B.

    Amazing lamb and beautiful views! Only weird thing was that our party got attacked by spiders. Just bad luck. everything else was just perfect. A little pricey but very nice place.

    (4)

  • Ross A.

    Fine dining is one way to describe this place. Two reasons I wanted to check this restaurant out: 1) the name 2) having an excuse to visit the Grand Wailea Hotel. Whoa, this hotel is HUGE! The restaurant itself is outdoors, but is totally covered. You are sitting above water which carries much of the sea food selection you will end up eating. The food is better than great. Such simple dishes, even dessert are friggin' mmmm good. Watching the servers run around on busy nights, you'd think they would miss you but they do a good job of getting it all done. We ended up staying hours after closing time and the workers just chilled, showing no sign of urgency or being impatient! Totally recommend this spot, if you don't mind coughing up the extra money :)

    (5)

  • Heather W.

    This is a restaurant handily located at the Grand Wailea. I mean handily located there if you happen to be staying there and required a tiki-perfect experience with prices to match. Prices are expected, being between $40 - $60 per entree. Appetizers and salads are on par with any fine dining experience. It's interesting to read reviews that complain about salmon being tasteless, or chicken being dry.... why are you ordering non-local foods? Where do you think those salmon come from? I'd huff spray paint before ordering salmon in Hawaii.... or chicken, for that matter. Spiny lobster are wild caught and have a shortish season, after which you are S.O.L. Prices are $54/lb and $58/lb respectively and half off before 6:30 p.m. Not a bad deal, really. Service was exemplary. Jeff was absolutely spot on with everything, good about our outrageously cranky kids and even gave each of the little monsters a stuffed humuhumu fish as a door prize before we left. Actually, I think those were a thank you for not destroying the entire restaurant. I ordered spiny Lobster, which was superb -- these really are worth paying the price. They are highly protected and seasonal and when they're gone, they are gone. No way to get 'em and over the last many years of visiting the islands, this is the first time I've lucked out to get one. Then again, I've never really sought them out before, either. Others ordered the lamb, the mac nut crusted mahi mahi, salads, the carpaccio and some kind of ceviche -- damned fine fresh local fish creatively served and mighty ono. Overall the food is, well, decent. It's good. It's not great. It's definitely not $50/plate good, but you're paying for the Polynesian ambiance, the safety of resorty-ness, the "hey I'm in Hawaii and this is high-end stuff" idea... but it's not great. I give them points for being pretty laid back and having a good sense of humor about young kids. They even had a kids menu where a variety of entrees are sure to appeal at only $12 a pop, including some nice ice cream for dessert. But then, you're also paying for what it is: Trader Vic's all done up in a shiny wrapper and being treated like you're special because you can afford it. It was fun, the service was terrific, the food enjoyable but there's still that feeling of being in a resort and disconnected from the 'real world'. Can't fault them for what they are, but they are NOT Mama's Fish House by a long shot, and yet.... there's something to what they do offer which again, is beautiful, rather kitchsy ambiance and decent, though somewhat affected food. It helps to ask questions, too: the Tiki's are all made by one guy, who works on the grounds and carves all of them. Ask about how they get the Maine lobster (they purchase them as nymphs and grow them in chilled Hawaiian waters which alters their taste from what us mainlanders are used to)... just for example. Overall, it's what it is. Enjoy it for that and if you wince at spending the money, remember that this is Hawaii. It's par for the course unless you're willing to buy and cook local.

    (3)

  • Melissa S.

    yumm great service, view and hotel. Loved my trip and this place had great food. The Desserts are awesme too!!!

    (5)

  • Matthew J.

    The best fine dining seafood I've had on Maui. The hamachi carpacchio with smoked dashi was such a great riff on a traditional fish and the tuna tartar was a tasty version of an often tired classic. The seared scallops on local parsnip cake were stunning. I'd have them again and again. The seared tuna was delightful and I really enjoyed the foie gras dumpling. The pho type broth alone was worth the price of admission. It is one ridiculously flavorful dish that looks deceptively simple until you eat it. My wifes lamb was perfectly cooked and really satisfying for her after she hit fish overload. As others have said, the setting is beautiful. Between the ambiance, service and food it was the best meal I've had on Maui,

    (5)

  • Food T.

    R&R at the Grand this weekend - Part 2 - After Lunch at Bistro Molokini and the afternoon by the pool, we had a fantastic dinner at HumuHumu Saturday night. Loved the Menu. One of the best food on island . The 2 of us shared the Big Island Abalone Chowder and Kampachi Poke. Then the Taz Salmon and Snapper with the BEST Coconut Rice! Do yourself a favor - don't listen to the other ridiculous comments posted here....and trust me. Go and have a great time at Humu.

    (5)

  • Brooke B.

    My boyfriend and I were staying at the Marriott next store and stumbled upon this restaurant while we were walking the beach. We tried to get in without a reservation on a Saturday evening when there were tons of open tables, but the hostess abruptly informed us that they had nothing available. This was sort of annoying because there were a million tables open, but alas, we made a reservation for the next night and enjoyed some awesome (and also very large) cocktails at the bar. When we came back the next night, we had an excellent experience and a great view in the main bar area (ocean, beach, fishtank). Our server was very friendly and recommended a lot of different options. I went with the red snapper, which had an EXCELLENT curry sauce. If you like Thai food, get this dish - you will not regret it! My boyfriend had the surf and turf and was practically crying over how good the lobster was. I don't think he talked to me during the entire meal, except to say 'No, seriously, this is the best lobster I've ever had.' We also had the scallops to start, which were pretty incredible. Extra bonus - I called ahead and let the restaurant know that we would be celebrating Veteran's Day (my boyfriend is an active duty Marine). I asked if they could bring a special dessert and write something around the plate. The dessert came out at the end of the meal - it was GIGANTIC and had beautiful script around the plate thanking him for his service. It was also removed from our bill, which was very nice of them to do. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. I really really enjoyed it. It is a splurge, though. Drinks, 1 appetizer, 2 entrees, (free) dessert, tax and tip - around $270.

    (5)

  • W G.

    As you may see in the tip section,if you are taking your kids there you should really make them try the vanilla shake,Yes,I know that sounds awkward,but getting them the chocolate shake will give them the energy to stay up all night.The food was great overall-Next time we vacation in Hawaii,we are most definitely going here.

    (5)

  • Steven M.

    We went to a lot of good restaurants when we were here and spent a ton of cash. But this was a pleasant surprise. We had curb side seats looking at the 15lb coy and the sunset thru the palms. They sold me on the view, but had me with the food. I got the Hapu that came with small potatos and greens. I also wanted to try the au gratin. The fish melted in my mouth. The au tots were delicious as was the whole meal. Score! The cosmos were on the money. I did not get a chance to go back as there were so many choices. But this place is a winner!

    (5)

  • Angela D.

    This place was fantastic!! Amazing view of the sunset!!! We had the scallops and short ribs!! Both were excellent!

    (4)

  • Amy T.

    First dinner on Maui & Humu Humu was a great choice. Our server was very attentive & excellent all around. All of his recommendations on the food were dead-on. I had Mahi Mahi & it was perfectly prepared. The salad that our server recommended we share was plenty for two. Humu Humu is pricey but it has excellent views and is worth the splurge!

    (4)

  • Mark F.

    Starters: Brussels sprouts, Bacon, mush, ginger, yum. Ingredients are bs, truffle, gen pepper, rosemary, mushroom, red wine vinegar, Bacon, Entree: salmon, mustard potato salad with Bacon, bok choy, mustard, sesame seeds. It was smokin. Usually dinner at a hotel is not recommended, but go here, sit back and enjoy.

    (5)

  • Natasha D.

    Wow, I usually think restaurant ratings are basically accurate, but Humu's rating (excuse the abbreviation, but I'm not typing that name out!) isn't reflective of how great it is. My family and I ate here last night and were so pleasantly surprised by this gorgeous restaurant. After eating basically nothing but Asian food since our arrival on the island (unfortunately, my family rarely ventures out of this food genre), we were all finally sick of sushi and fusion and teppan. We had a Grand Wailea member discount at Humu, so I called them up and made a reservation. They offered me either a 5:45 or 8:30 seating...ick. We decided on 5:45, which wound up being perfect - we had spectacular sunset views throughout the meal. Our waiter, Justin, had the best recommendations, such as the scallop appetizer, which was perfect, albeit a bit small to share. My mom and I both ordered the crab-crusted sea bass, my dad got the Kobe beef short ribs, and my brother opted for the filet mignon. The sea bass was perfectly seasoned and very good. It came with a side salad drizzled with truffle oil (I'm the biggest fan of truffle oil) so I was a very happy camper. I sampled my dad's Kobe beef short ribs, which were perfection - so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely order that next time. For dessert, Justin recommended the Hula pie (another great choice) and brought complimentary chocolate-covered coconut macaroons while we watched the computer-desktop sunset and fed the saltwater carp, swimming in the lagoon directly below us. Overall, it was a great experience - fantastic service and food. Loved it!

    (5)

  • Brennan H.

    In my opinion: perhaps the worst resort restaurant I have ever dined at. I wish I was over-exaggerating. It was my parents 25th wedding anniversary so my family (5 adults and 2 children) decided to have a nice sit down dinner to celebrate their marriage. The setting was beautiful and the scenery was divine however the service and the food was TERRIBLE! Our reservation was at 730 and we didn't even get our food until 9 o clock! Once we got the food we were extremely disappointed. The fish was bland and lacked flavor and the waiter came over a grand total of 3 times. For how much money this place costs I would expect the fish to be fresh and flavorful and service to be exquisite. They made no effort in making this dinner memorable. Once dinner was finally over (around 10 o clock) we made our way back up to our hotel room. The next day most of us were hit with food poisoning where we spent most of our last day in the bathroom vomiting excessively. The Good: Beautiful views of the ocean and the grounds Beautiful decor The Bad: Horrible Service Poor food quality Insanely expensive Do yourself a favor and go to the MokeyPod around the corner. It is so much cheaper and the fish is INCREDIBLE!

    (1)

  • James C.

    WAY overpriced at 100 dollars per person. For starters, we had the abalone chowder and the Kampachi Poke. The chowder flavor with bacon was good but the abalone was tough like beef jerky and flavorless. The Kampachi was the best thing we had tonight, outstanding flavor and the salsa like sauce on the bottom was great. For the entrees, I had the macadamia crusted mahi mahi and my wife had the Crispy Hawaiian Snapper. My fish was overcooked and the outside was dry. Jenny's fish was ok but the pineapple rice bed had partially cooked soybeans in there like a frozen pack would. We split the home made sorbet medley for dessert with lychee, mango and passion fruit favors, just ok. Jenny was excited about trying this place on our stay and i said prior we could eat there every night if she wanted to. I asked her after the meal and she said "been there, done that, check." We aren't going back.

    (2)

  • Tim L.

    Expectations at a restaurant like this are always high and for good reason given the price you pay. Not every dining experience is perfect so I tend to judge an establishment based on how they deal with imperfection. First off the setting is extremely pleasant especially seated alongside the railing or at the vip table outside of the roofline. Long story short... Likes: -ambiance (nice views and tables are spaced far enough to provide a better intimate experience). -Food (my filet mignon was superb and cooked perfectly. My wife's mahi mahi was succulent and even the kids dishes were high quality...that's from my kids.) -attentive server -Made negatives into positives (see below) Dislikes: -wines by the glass are limited (at the very least have one higher end bottle open to pair with each dish. In our case there was no option to pair with my magnificent filet mignon, however our server did explore options. In his defense he was limited by their inventory) -mistakes by the kitchen (they completely botched one of our kids orders and brought the wrong dish, but they made amends) Overall we had a great experience. I can't say enough about the food. The wine list needs some tweaking. Our server was amazing. They ended up comping both kids meals and allowed them to pick any desert as part of their kids meal. This easily could have been a two star review, but the staff made sure we left happy...the stuffed animals for the kids was nice parting gift to end the evening.

    (5)

  • Adam B.

    Great view and good atmosphere. Half price lobster is the reason to come here. Appetizers were OK but lobster was delicious and a great deal too.

    (4)

  • Jedd J.

    Good drinks. We both had fish, which was average relative to other Maui restaurants. Expensive.

    (3)

  • Henry T.

    Great ambiance, eating in a big grass hut, great drinks, great surf + turf, get the hula pie.

    (5)

  • Jay K.

    The view and atmosphere at sunset is one of the best on the island. The menu is excellent, the food came out fast and hot. The service is good, not great, the Busboy tries to clear the table too quickly, and the portions a little small which takes a star off. Otherwise a great spot, very family friendly. The macadamia Mahi Mahi is very tasty, so was the snapper, The humu pie for desert is a dessert that's great share

    (4)

  • Samantha S.

    It is rare that you find a restaurant of amazing ambience that has the taste to match. Had a great experience last night with our waiter, Justin, and his assistant Mick. We had a great table with a view of the ocean, overlooking the lagoon where we tossed bread to the fish and watched them battle for the tasty morsels. We started with cocktails and opted for the 4 course tasting menu with wine pairings. The wine pours were very generous, starting with a Napa sauvignon blanc to pair with the first two courses - hamachi with a celery shave ice and the best scallop I have ever eaten. Even if you don't go for the tasting menu, you must order this scallop - it is life-changing. Our main courses were paired with a Pinot noir, a difficult but successful pairing as were were served both mahi mahi and lamb. Our waiter took the liberty of splitting both of these courses, so we had the fish prior to the meat, making it a 5 course dinner instead. Topped off with a delectable mud pie, our evening was one of our best this trip.

    (5)

  • Emery C.

    Very nice accommodating staff, but really expensive prices for fairly well done but overall kind of bland food and drink. Go somewhere else for cheaper, tastier and better

    (3)

  • Karen G.

    Never got to eat there. We had happy hour drinks but all the servers were busy at their luau so we couldn't have dinner even though the restaurant was empty. Ended up going to Morimoto which was great.

    (2)

  • Michella L.

    My husband and I stayed at the Grand Wailea for our honeymoon. To pronounce this restaurant it is certainly a mouthful. You need to book a reservation here as it gets very busy. We mentioned to them that it was our honeymoon and they gave us a top table that overlooked the beach during sunset. It is pricey but certainly the best dining option at Grand Wailea and the best to celebrate a special occasion here. The staff here is really friendly and professional. We definitely over-ordered food here. We each had a starter- he had the Hawaiian Ahi Tartare and I their warm brussel sprout salad which was very flavorsome and filling. My husband had some sort of bento box special they offered with raw fish. I had their vegetarian entree of the day which was a macadamia crusted tofu served with purple sweet potato mash and green beans. This dish was awesome. It was so full of flavor and not some crummy pasta option most nice restaurants have for vegetarians. We also got two additional sides- the sauteed Seasonal Wild Mushrooms and the Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes. This is an absurd amount of food that we obviously could not finish. My husbands bento box also came with a pairing of sake. This is the only thing that he did not like. Apparently it tasted off and too alcoholic. Our server-a younger gentleman- I wish I remembered his name was so friendly and helpful. Best server we experienced our entire honeymoon so we tipped very well. Since it was our honeymoon they let us pick any dessert off the menu. We got the hula-pie as recommended and it was very good and the coffee flavor was not too overpowering. They also decorated it with chocolate piping and wrote congratulations in honor of getting married. We also got a free bottle of champagne to celebrate our honeymoon (you get this voucher at the front desk upon check in if you are a guest here celebrating a honeymoon/anniversary/or something special) use your voucher here as the other dining options it wouldn't make sense to use them at because the places aren't as nice as here. Def. recommend this place if you are staying here and want to go out for a fancy meal one night just make sure you make a reservation!

    (5)

  • Hayley H.

    By far my favorite bar on the island! Get there around sun set and watch the luau procession. They light all the torches and you can see the pig being pulled out of the pit from the bar. They serve those iconic island drinks in whole coconuts, which is great. After the bar, have dinner in the grand dining room. All if the food is fresh, but save room for the hula pie because this is the place to try it.

    (5)

  • kristen n.

    We enjoyed our meal here last night. Had the lobster deal which is 50% off lobster in the first hour they are open (5:30-6:30). Lobsters were only $25 which made this a good deal. Of course, it was still a very expensive meal but I feel the ambiance and setting warranted the expense. Our service was just okay.

    (4)

  • George N.

    Can you pronounce it? No? Neither can I but dang is it good. I had a wonderful Hamachi poke with blended avacado. Next a filet mignon with a maui onion glaze absolutely wonderful. The sunset was beautiful and the wonderful atmosphere adds to the great food. A little bit pricy is my only downside but worth it definitely great for a special occasion.

    (5)

  • Carrie S.

    Definitely a hokey tourist restaurant. The food was outstanding. Our server was outstanding. But, there was an issue with the support staff. The delivered our food to the wrong table, consistently. There was a long wait for food as well. The server acknowledged and apologized (which I appreciate). Whatever you do, don't be one of those people on vacation who just want to eat what you eat at home. This place specializes in outstanding seafood. I cannot understand a person who wants to eat chicken in Hawaii. (even if you can't eat seafood, there are other options that are more Maui than chicken). It is typically a pricey restaurant, but we waited to dine here during Maui Restaurant Week, so we had a fixed menu and price. Wise choice for us!!

    (3)

  • Alice C.

    I am surprised that this place only got an average 3.5 stars, mean while General Store gets a better rating. The food is quite good, and their lobster bisque is some of the best I ever had. Of course being a classic Restaurant, some of the menu items are dated. Still done well. The two of us each got a drink, a appetizer and a entree, the bill is less than $180, not bad for a fancy night out at one of the best hotel in Maui. We got a table next to the lagoon, it was nice to watch the sunset.

    (4)

  • Don S.

    Is one of the prettiest restaurants I've even been. We had to order the menu because the waiter didn't bring it to us. The food was good even though we had to wait 45 mins to get the bread and it wasn't even than busy. The service was EXTREMELY slow but we will go back one more time since is so beautiful and see if the bad service was just a bad night.

    (2)

  • Ryan M.

    Enjoyed the Mahi Mahi with Bak Choy watching the amazing sunset with my beautiful wife. The food is very flavorful and the ambience is one of a kind. The staff however is awkward and most are not natives. The music playing was alternative and seemed irrelevant to the Hawaiian experience. I did not hear Aloha or Mahalo once? But the food, including the Hulu pie earned the 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Necia D.

    My husband and I went there last night to celebrate our 7 year wedding anniversary. The food was delicious. I have celiac disease and they were so careful and thoughtful with my food. Even brought me a gluten free bread basket. My husband did the surf and turf and was very happy. I had the Hawaiian snapper and it was moist and delicious. I also loved the toasted coconut rice that came with it. Since it was out anniversary they gave us dessert with happy anniversary written on the plate. NOT gluten free but they brought me a sweet potato and coconut pie also. Larry was THE best server and we wish he could have just sat down and had dinner with us! He even gave us a stuffed animal humu fish toy to bring home to our 11 month old daughter. SO sweet.

    (5)

  • Grant V.

    We went here our first night at the Grand Wailea. I'm not sure if my expectations were too high due to the price tag on the menu but I definitely feel I over payed for my meal. I took the servers recommendation and ordered the spiny lobster tail and added a filet. The filet was great! Lobster tail however was probably the worst lobster I've ever had. It was very chewy and not enjoyable. I'm not sure if that's just the way the spiny lobster is but for $58/pound I was expecting mind blowing lobster. Overall the service was good. Not the best service I've received after spending $200 on dinner but they were busy so it was not that big of a deal. If you do want to try the lobster I suggest going during their special when you can get the lobster for 50% off. I don't remember exactly when it is but if you are staying at the Grand Wailea they should have it in your guest service book.

    (2)

  • Michelle M.

    The setting is spectacular. I don't know how you could possibly have a better setting than this! The staff was wonderful with my daughter. Gave her food to feed the fish and even a stuffed animal ( a humu fish!). The food was great (mahi mahi and snapper). Excellent evening.

    (5)

  • Garrett R.

    We had a really great meal here. Came early for the sunset and discovered they had a Maine lobster special. Half off. That coupled with a very generous coupon from the hotel made the whole experience very reasonable. A great view of the water and a wonderful massive koi pond made the evening complete.

    (4)

  • Richard S.

    Great Views and fabulous food. Had the spiny lobster which was recommended by our server. Great choice. Was very happy with with this place

    (4)

  • Kenny Y.

    Great service and food. No high pressure selling by our waiter and he is friendly and courteous even tho we ordered the pre fix menu. Was expecting to have a higher class atmosphere since it is at grand wailea amd pricy menu.

    (5)

  • A P.

    Well Humu, we had a good run. You were top of the list, but we have seemingly drifted apart over the years. Its still charming to watch everyone run to the railing to click some sunset pics for that five star view - and the food is good, but the greatness is gone. The Ahi felt over-accessorized with the pho and foie gras while the scallop were cooked perfect but the parsnip and orange just didn't bring it all together. Remember that time we shared the Ahi with lima beans dish (weird sounding but it was amazing) and once upon a time the scallops were served atop potatoes... perhaps a few tweaks and bringing some of the oldies but goodies back - then maybe you and I can pick up where we left off and try to rekindle the magic we once had.

    (3)

  • Dennis S.

    Our five star visits to Humuhumu just keep coming. This time our 11-year old grandson was with us. "Grandpa, this is the best restaurant I've ever been to." Each time we visit the atmosphere and decor continue to be amazing. It's a Polynesian dreamland setting. That alone would not warrant five stars. But once again the food was excellent, service was even better than last time, and everyone in our party of six loved what they had. Plus my grandson's remark made my evening.

    (5)

  • Samira M.

    We had the most delicious and memorable dinner at this restaurant! We couldn't take our eyes off the sunset views from our table and the beautiful lagoon that surrounded us. You have to get the fresh caught lobster! You can choose which one you want and your server will take care of the rest. I highly suggest adding the filet with the lobster. The best steak I have ever had. Oh, and don't forget the mashed potatoes...Thank you for an unforgettable meal and experience!

    (5)

  • Michael M.

    Only thing better than the views was the food. A must go for sunset. We tried almost every restaurant in Wailea, and while they were all pretty good, this was the best. The views are spectacular, one of the in that resort section of hotels/restaurant where nobody can get in the way of your pictures. We liked it so much we went back a second night, the last night of our trip. The apps were all fantastic, and the Hamachi app is one of the most unique and tasty presentations I've ever seen. Ahi Loin & Monchong were fantastic. Just a great overall experience. Our server on the last night was Justin, and he was terrific as well. Superb place, great views, great vibe, great food.

    (5)

  • Miriam S.

    I'm very surprised that there are any bad reviews for this wonderful restaurant! Our waiter was incredibly attentive and had amazing recommendations, and everything we ordered was outstanding. We had a couple of ridiculously huge cocktails (luckily our waiter warned us of the size), and started with the Kampachi Poke - it was so fresh and delicious!! We loved it. Now we felt silly not ordering fish for dinner, but I ended up ordering the lamb and my husband (it was our honeymoon!) ordered the steak. Both dishes were delicious! They had an amazing deal going on so we actually got one entree free, so we were thrilled and surprised about that! We also tried the Humu Hulu pie which was quite yummy too. We would recommend this place to anyone! Especially at sunset! (Although it is pretty blinding lol).

    (5)

  • Denise B.

    Fabulous meal! I was shocked at how yummy the steak and lobster was. It was soooo good. I haven't enjoyed a meal like that in a very long time. It was expensive, but worth the cost. The drinks were not watered down and they had "fun" drinks for the kids (although the kids didn't like the mango smoothie). I had the mango strawberry margarita (okay, I had 2!). My husband had the ahi tenderloin in a soy-mushroom broth. He felt the sauce was good, but too thin and not spicy enough. My youngest had the teriyaki steak from the kids menu and enjoyed it very much. We had the hunu pie for dessert and really enjoyed it. The macadamia nuts were embedded in the ice cream and the cookie crust was awesome. The decaf coffee was excellent. We will come back for sure!

    (5)

  • Jen L.

    If you're looking for good food, save your time and money and go somewhere else. Since I was already staying at the Grand Wailea, I decided to give this place a try for dinner. Rest assured, service and ambiance won't disappoint. The restaurant actually sits atop of a lagoon and you have a great view of the beach. (If you do decide to come, try to make a reservation right before sunset). As far as the food goes, it was nothing special AT ALL especially at their price point. My boyfriend got the surf and turf--steak was made well, but was a tad too chewy and the lobster tails were over salted. For my entree, I was recommended the "popular" red snapper and while I do not doubt the freshness of the fish--it was overcooked, dry and again too salty.

    (2)

  • Russ S.

    Dined here as we got to the hotel late and did not feel like venturing out. The place was packed and we could only get seating at the bar, which was fortunate as our bartenders Max and Tracey were the best part of the visit. I had the Opah and my wife had the Caribbean Crusted Mahi. My fish was cooked perfectly and I am a big fan of Opah. My wife ranted about her fish, which the chef prepared gluten free. The ambiance was nice and very tropical. The meal and drinks were a little pricey but we were not disappointed. We tried to get in on a second night but again, only bar seating was available. Be sure to make a reservation.

    (3)

  • C D.

    We went here for our wedding dinner. They have us a free desert which we really appreciated. The food was really good and cooked well. Quality of food for the price is lacking although maybe cause I'm a Marin county snob I'm use to fresh high quality food. I found the value lacking but outside d that staff and service was perfect. Setting is on a pond with the ocean in the background. You can't see the whole ocean though. I don't think I would go again due to the value.

    (4)

  • Josh D.

    While the service was ok, the steak and spiny lobster combo was absolutely Devine! The lobster was sweet and the steak melted.

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    The ahi served with beef broth was a really nice surprise. The staff was knowledgeable and attentive. Definitely recommend!

    (4)

  • Kyle L.

    My wife and I recently returned from our honeymoon where we stayed for 8 nights at the Grand Wailea in Maui. We ate at many different restaurants, but Humumu was the only one we went to twice and the reason being is that the overall experience, food and atmosphere, was excellent. The restaurant is located right on the water so the views are really amazing, especially if you go around 6:30 or so and are there for the sunset. My wife and I took a few pictures here and both times our waiters asked if we would like them to take one of us as well which was really nice. Speaking of which, the waiters at this place were really awesome. They weren't fake phony, but genuinely nice people. I wish I remembered who served us (I think one of them was named Larry), but both were really down to earth, nice guys. even the guy who was filling our water cups the second night was really funny and nice. That overall attitude made the experience that much more pleasant and memorable. needless to say a restaurant is only as good as its food and Humumu excels here as well. The surf and turf (steak and lobster) was out of this world. You get two decently sized lobster tails and the steak that comes with it is seriously the best steak I have ever had. My wife got two different fish dishes, which she loved as well. So if you are staying in Maui and especially in the Wailea area, Humumus is a must go to. all the restaurants at the Grand Wailea were pretty good, but in my opinion at least Humumu was by far the best. Can't wait to go back next time I am in Maui.

    (5)

  • S H.

    We made day of reservations for 5:45, time enough for the half price lobster and prime table for watching beach and sunset. Got lucky I guess. Service was actually pretty good, but the drinks we had were subpar, switched to beer. Food was certainly overpriced, but for what we ordered, short ribs, pupu platter and crispy snapper, it was actually pretty good. Fish was moist, not over cooked, flavors with coconut rice a little sweet, but overall, good. Short rib a bit fatty, but decent meaty sections, sauce was ok, a little strong. Salads ok as well, got scared away from the lobster by the price and reading some previous reviews of chewy and poorly cooked. One downer, the food runners that brought our food to the table mumbled when they placed the food. Actually had to ask to repeat. I'd say 1/2 wait staff was good, other 1/2 seemed to be either hung over or just plain not wanting to be there. If you are sunset side seated, be ready for fat tourists leaning over your table to snap a few pics without even an "pardon me". Gave me an excuse to let my dark side out and let loose a few very choice words for those ill mannered bozos. So pretty good food, overpriced, we had a great waitress, you are paying for the view. Be aware.

    (3)

  • Monika C.

    One of my favorite restaurants on Maui and a place I definitely have to go to each time I'm visiting. The food is great and the open design of the restaurant on it's own little pond gives you the feeling of having dinner out on the water. The hamachi appetizer is AMAZING and one of my favorite appetizers of all time.

    (5)

  • Peter Y.

    We dined here the other night and the table was awesome. The food was very good and so was the service. Would have given a five but it was quite expensive.

    (4)

  • Gail J.

    The hostess was exceptional! The food amazing,, however our service was not the best ,,, the waitress took our order , an we never saw her again. No drink refills , she never even asked which wine I was having , nor did we get to see the dessert items before the bill was brought !

    (3)

  • Matt S.

    We ate here during our last night of our honeymoon. Everyone was so friendly and the food was great. We sat overlooking water in a quiet corner of the restaurant. Our fish was cooked perfectly. Dessert was amazing as we had the Humu pie. We had the Humu pie at a few different locations and this was among the best. Was a bit pricey, but no disappointments.

    (4)

  • Maria S.

    I was so scared when we showed up... little tourist children running everywhere, way too loud music... At a place that is $42 a plate I thought?? They moved us to a quieter spot and then the night was perfect. This was some of the best seafood and flavor combinations I have EVER had. The ahi was AMAZING and the snapper was beyond good. Our waitress Christina was perfect, so helpful and sweet... Loved her. I wish I could describe the food better... Flavor Explosions in the Mouth is all I could come up with. Don't be fooled by the casual setting this place is worth the money!

    (5)

  • Morgan S.

    The ambiance was beautiful. The food not so great. Granted that I don't eat fish, but the other options were not only limited but not very good. I was less than pleased with the famous hula pie.

    (3)

  • Matt B.

    My wife and I had a wonderful dinner at Humu. The food was outstanding and the service was excellent. And, the view was amazing. We did the buy one entree, get one free happy hour special available from 5:30-6:30, plus a drink special as well. The Mahi Mahi and Snapper were excellent. The Mai Tai drinks were the best in Wailea. Brenden was a perfect server. A great way to celebrate an anniversary.

    (5)

  • Dustin B.

    Holymoleyshouldawouldagotanothercoupon at the front desk so my bill wasn't so friggin' high. The Maine lobster was sweet and delicious. The lobsters are actually found in Hawaii - the shell color resembling a similar hue to the lobster-red sunburns that all the creepy old men sport at this place, wearing their Rico Suave-inspired shirts trying to get a glimpse of my wife. Celebrating a special occasion, they gave us the world's tastiest mocha dessert. Worth a trip - especially as a HHonors Gold/Diamond where you get a discount as I mentioned above.

    (4)

  • Nathan H.

    awesome atmosphere, killer staff, pretty good food as well. a great night out with the family. enjoy!

    (4)

  • Virgil H.

    We dined her twice while staying at the Grand Wailea. When I made the reservations for the first time I was asked if we are celebrating any occasion; I said no and my wife reminded me it was our anniversary. Humu is located on a lagoon built out on a huge deck so it is surrounded by water an koi. We had reservations around 6 and the view of the sunset is breathtaking. When we arrived we were taken to a private deck with an uninstructed view of the beach and ocean. When I asked why we were seated here I was informed that it was our anniversary! Our waiter was was fun, positive and very knowledgeable about the food, preparation and the area. He was attentive but also knew when to give you space. When you are seated they bring fresh baked rolls and butter. More about the rolls later. I had the crusted red fish with a pineapple risotto and my wife had the filet. For Hawaii the beef was excellent as was the fish. When it came time for dessert the waiter brought the Hulu pie gratis and happy anniversary was written on the plate in chocolate! Nice surprise. The waiter also brought is a basket of the rolls to feed the koi. We had told him we has a koi pond and enjoyed watching them so he brought us rolls and encouraged us to feed them and feel at home. The second time we went her it was just as enjoyable

    (4)

  • Brittany C.

    Drinks: Mai Tai - good Strawberry lemonade - refreshing Salad: Salad with carmelized macademia nut - was good Dinner: Surf & turf - bland, just another surf and turf dish, nothing special Vegetarian chef selection - macadamia nut crusted tofu, jasmine rice, bok choy... Rice was good but the tofu was just a big block with crushed macadamia nuts on top, inside of tofu wasn't cooked Service okay. Called same afternoon to make reservations and couldn't get in until 7:30p, according to hostess. Then my dad walked to the restaurant and was able to get us in at 5:45p. As we were there, the restaurant was dead until 7:00p! The atmosphere is dark, old, smelly and needs a major remodel. For the price, definitely not worth it - not even with our discount we received upon checking in at Grand Wailea hotel!

    (2)

  • Jon E.

    Heard great things about Humu's... It looks old. Best table on maui? Ya there is one over the water.... We sat amidst 30 people with no view. Ceviche smelled bad - was not fresh. Surf and turf - lobster was obviously frozen with a mushy texture - guess I should have sprung for a $300 fresh lobster? That is a tough choice with no right answers. Champagne was served in a thick glass flute, not acceptable stemware given the price of the bottle. So why go there? The newly opened Amasia restaurant (Alan Wong's) 50 yards away - also in the Grand Wailea - is SO much better. Or better yet... 100 yards the other way is Ferraro's at the Four Seasons.

    (1)

  • Stewart B.

    Awesome setting. Overpriced food.

    (3)

  • K H.

    Very overpriced and mediocre at best. None of the restaurants at grand wailea are particularly good. Go to the four seasons instead. Lots of good food

    (2)

  • Marissa L.

    We really liked this restaurant, even though it was the most expensive table restaurant we've ever eaten at. (I'm not ashamed to admit that.) Two cocktails and two main dishes ended up being $150. I think for some of the reviewers this restaurant may have been disappointing, but for us it was very different and lovely from anywhere we've ever been. I was sad to learn that this part of the Grand Wailea, with it's small manmade lagoons and picturesque dining bungalows, will soon be demolished to build another wing of hotel rooms. If we ever come back to Wailea at all, it will probably already be gone. This is not a cheap restaurant, but for a hotel restaurant, it's incredible. It was, however, memorable. The server was incredibly friendly and gracious. We were seated by a lagoon at sunset on a Saturday night and got some beautiful pictures. It was very romantic. We didn't feel we needed dessert or appetizers, the food was quite filling, including the bread bowl. I ordered the seared ahi loin with foie gras dumpling and pho inspired broth, while my partner ordered the macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi with purple sweet potatoes and mushrooms. Both were fantastic. We also enjoyed our cocktails--I got the souvenir Mai Tai and he got a whole coconut. We noticed there were some shark-like fish in the lagoon and asked the server what they were. He said they were scavenger/bottom feeding fish to keep the lagoon clean and that if we thew a little dinner roll into the lagoon, they would eat it. He showed me how to throw the roll into the lake. Immediately, the fish attacked it, bumping into the floating piece of bread with their noses and pushing it around like a hockey puck until it finally became waterlogged and devoured. It was a nice way to spend a lazy sunset and cap off our vacation. Very different from the spectacle of the luau we went to the night before, but just as nice.

    (5)

  • Jack W.

    The most Horrendoushorendousterrribleterribleapua'a dining experience ever!!!! If there were negative stars on Yelp, this restaurant would get it as my rating. My wife and I established a rule many years ago, never eat in the resort when on vacation. This rule was established after getting burned too many times with overpriced meals, sub par food and bad service while eating at resorts. We broke this rule, and suffered the consequences. We were on vacation in Maui and staying at the Grand Wailea. We had heard great things about Humu and decided to celebrate our anniversary by having dinner there. What a huge mistake! We arrived on time for dinner a 7PM and our our reservations was honored and there were no issues. The view was great, even though it was in the bar area. Everything went downhill after we were seated. It took 10 - 15 minutes for us to get our water glasses filled, or even for the waiter to come to our table. When the waiter did arrive, there was barely a greeting. He didn't take our drink order, and almost immediately asked us if we knew what we wanted to order before we even looked at the menu. I actually had to prompt him to talk about the specials and the menu. He was huffy about this, and seemed bothered to be doing his job. When the food arrived, it was less than marginal. The waiter never came back to check on us, or refill our wine glasses, or offer my daughter a refill on her Coke. I ended up pouring the wine myself. The final kicker was when the waiter did come back to our table, he poured water in my half filled wine glass, and took 10 minutes to bring me a new wine glass and did not offer to replace our $70 bottle of wine. I was so frustrated, I actually ended up getting a new wine glass on my own from the bar. While the manager was accommodating after this debacle, it is not a restaurant I would recommend to anyone. You are seriously better off grabbing fish tacos from the food truck down the road; buying a bottle of wine from the ABC store; kicking on some Hawaiian music on Pandora and enjoying it all as a picnic on the lawn of the Grand Wailea during sunset. Stay away from this place!

    (1)

  • Traycee L.

    The lobster is better steamed and should be ordered at the half price rate. The full price is by far over priced for the amount of lobster served. The food is mediocre, but the real draw is the views and the experience. Definitely recommend for special occasions, but not for a quick family dinner.

    (4)

  • Josie W.

    This place is so beautiful. I got the whole Hawaiian experience here since it has the best ocean views. If you go there at their happy hour they have a really cool deal going on, buy an entree get the second one free! I'm glad that special was going on because this place is very expensive!! But it was worth every penny, our server Justin was awesome. And recommended I get the coconut crusted mahi mahi (try it!!!) which blew my mind!!! Also, Justin had us try their scallops, so amazing!!! I will definitely be back, I had such an amazing time there, and it really gives you that Hawaiian feeling!

    (5)

  • Lukas Y.

    My wife and I were very excited to have our first honeymoon dinner in Maui at our hotel, especially given the acclaim that Humu has received from James Beard. However our experience was marred by our waitress Karen, who seemed to want to get us out as quick as possible. She offered NO guidance or suggestions on the menu despite the fact that we said it was our first time there...she didn't even so much as feign interest, and it was sorely apparent. The food was good but not good enough from my perspective to overcome her dismissive attitude.

    (2)

  • roselyn d.

    great service, ambiance, decor, and food! Although the decor and set up is more family friendly than other high end restaurants, it is worth it to experience at least once, if you're in Maui. The grounds are beautiful, with koi & bonefish ponds, as well as a trail of walk ways throughout the resort. The menu is typical steak house fare, but you're more or less paying for the ambiance.

    (4)

  • Tyler G.

    Great dinner with family. We ordered the Opah and Short rips. The fish was perfectly cooked and the ribs where very tender. Service was great.

    (5)

  • Ray S.

    Beautiful setting on top of a fish filled lagoon with great sunset views. Service is a bit slow if you have somewhere to go ?really, on Maui at night? I had the $72 three course meal with the surf and turf: green salad with some exotic flavors (very large, shared it with my wife), a yummy small lobster tail and 5oz steak, and one of the best desserts I had - Humu Pie (Macadamian nut & Kona coffee ice cream with an Oreo crust). My wife had the $49 snapper which was also good. The restaurant may not have the best food in the world, but it would be hard to beat the whole experience.

    (5)

  • Sharon Y.

    This was a lovely way to end our trip to Maui. The setting really can't be beat - fantastic views of the sunset from our open-air table right by the water, and we were also able to take advantage of the music and dancing from a nearby luau (best of both worlds - great entertainment and great food, which can rarely be had at a luau). Seems like the biggest problem with this place is inconsistency, but we were lucky - the food was quite good the night we came. We had the poisson cru (like a ceviche in coconut milk), which was quite good (but still no comparison to Mama's Fish House, sadly) and the crab-crusted hapu, which was excellent. Unfortunately, we didn't have any room for dessert (I think our server was even more disappointed than we were).

    (4)

  • Thoms M.

    Oh Humuhumu why? We REALLY REALLY want to like you. Every year we try and every year we leave disappointed (and slightly disgruntled over the price), but this year sunk to a level that required a negative review (which I hate to do). The good: Views: The restaurant has one of the most beautiful views ever (hence the 2 stars). Book a table before sunset and eat on the perimeter of the restaurant. We like a table in the front bar area. Service: Service is good here. The bad: The food: I don't say this lightly, but this has got to be one of the worst, most expensive, meals we've ever had. The "Day Boat" Scallop Entree: For $38 I received 4 "tiny" overcooked scallops on a slice of potato. No vegetable, no real starch (potato slice?). It was the size of an appetizer at best. And for the record, if these were "day boat" scallops they were small, chewy and improperly prepared. The Short Ribs (for my son): The portion was fair, but they were really fatty and the sauce was smokey, reduced (very thick) and SALTY. Absolutely awful. The next day by the pool we met another couple. We were sharing our Humu experience and they said "we had the short ribs and they were terrible". The price: Dinner for my husband and our son was a little over $300 including tip (pretty typical in HI for a "fancy" dinner. I am fine to pay that price if the food is great - but this was not even close. We had three terrible (overdressed) salads, three entree's and a bottle of $60 Chardonnay. Grand Wailea management. You have a beautiful restaurant here. Why can't you get it together? If you could make the food even half as good as the ambience, I wouldn't be here complaining. But the food here is terrible and expensive. You should be ashamed. Yelpers: Do yourself a favor. Have a drink at the bar, enjoy the view - but go anywhere else for dinner (we even had a better meal at Bistro Molokini). You'll be glad you did.

    (2)

  • Sarah B.

    I wasn't impressed with the food at all. On top of that, it was way overpriced. The only saving grace was the spectacular view. Save your money and find another place to watch the sunset.

    (2)

  • Yashmi M.

    This place is awesome! The restaurant is surrounded by water, with koi fish and the like swimming around. We watched the sunset during our meal. The service was great! The meal was def expensive (even with the summer buy one entree get one free entree special), but my meal was awesome! My husband's meal was good but the fish he had was a little overcooked for him. We started with the Salad of Waipoli Watercress and Shaved Fennel - yummy! It was a large enough serving to be a meal. Glad we shared it! The vegetarian entree: Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi - served with tofu instead of Mahi Mahi - with purple Sweet Potato Puree, Shitake Mushrooms and Ginger Vinaigrette. The potato puree was delicious! One thing I learned about Hawaii is that they feel it's acceptable to grill a block of tofu and serve it like that with some sauce on top - yuck! (it's not meat!!!) (and I eat tofu). SoI learned to ask them to cut up and cook the tofu and they gladly did it...the macadamia crust was amazing! I really enjoyed the entree. For dessert we had their signature dish...it was served with a chocolate man! very cute! And very delicious! It got 5 stars from me, but lost a star as my husband was not as happy with his snapper that was over cooked. I should mention that they gave us a little stuffed toy fish (humuhumu i believe) for both of our kids...very nice! Overall a great experience, a little too pricey though!

    (4)

  • Cameron C.

    it was ok. get the meiomi pinot wine. it's good and worth the price. other than that, place is too proud with prices. wouldn't go back. but 3 stars cause it was ok.

    (3)

  • Bob B.

    Setting is awesome. Great sunsets, statuary, wildlife. Ken, our waiter (and Master Sommelier), made the evening memorable, even in a skirt. He is a gem. **Food was just mediocre for the price. Best part of the meal was the 2009 Latour Puligny Montrachet. And I'm not kidding. It needed to warm up and be decanted, but was stellar. They do validate parking.

    (3)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :5:00 pm - 9:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : Yes
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Dinner
    Parking : Valet
    Bike Parking : No
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Romantic
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Full Bar
    Outdoor Seating : Yes
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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