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    Roy's Kaanapali

    3.8 (1.8k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Salmon
    Lisa W.

    There's a Roy's on the mainland and we weren't too excited about having dinner here but wanted to check it out. We were proved wrong! We sat near the window with the golf course view, it was hot because the sun was beating on it. We ordered cocktails, and it was a very good cocktail. Mine was a mango flavored one, it was surprisingly good. For the kids menu- we got our toddler the grilled salmon, came with rice and veggies. It came with a quesadilla, veggie starter, and even ice cream. What a good deal. He ate it all, and we munched on his starter. For us, my husband got their prixe fixe meal about $83ish- came with a ahi Caesar salad, beef short ribs and shrimp, and a dessert- the chocolate soufflé. I got the beet salad, and their misoyaki butterfish. Everything was excellent. My butterfish was the best. My husband's entree was great, surf and turf. And we got the dessert to go and ate it in the room and boy, it was still so good. We truly enjoyed every bite! We were really surprised how this was much better than many of the other type of restaurants like Roy's. We enjoyed everything and ate everything.

    Miso Fish 4/5, cooked perfectly but sweet sauce
    Kirk R.

    We've been here 8 yrs ago. Bragged about it with my Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law who were celebrating their 27th anniversary on this trip. We brought in a bottle of wine which they drank at their wedding. $30 corkage fee, yikes. Restaurant is very dated and simple. Nothing high end, but it rests on a golf course. Food3/5 Service 5/5 thank you Christian Ambulance 3/5 very dated Had the Prix Fix Meal. Both braised short ribs and salmon were so so. Best item was the chocolate Lava Cake,

    Outdoor Sign
    Nessa R.

    I take friendships seriously so if you're in my orbit, I'm going all in and all out! My love is going to shine and stick on your soul like glitter! Unforgettable.... As Nat King Cole sang! We are here because I chose the most lavish destination to celebrate life! Our last dinner on beautiful Maui. Located right outside the boardwalk is Roy's Kaanapali. Central because it's located on the Golf Course. My golf friends know this place well because it's the spot before a little tee time or after for the 19th hole! Ambiance is just okay! No need to go all out and dress up, you can but it's more chill and relaxed. Old and dated. BUT just fine! It's Maui! Service was excellent! Manger presence was in full effect and waiter was nice. We had a new waiter but he was fantastic. Let's get into it! Appetizer -Ribs huge portion! Delicious. Lucky we didn't have a kitchen or these would have been packed to go! Edamame- Yummy! Entrees - Swordfish/shrimp entree- was absolutely tantastic. Plating was plain but the food was delicious! Butterfish - Melt in your mouth good! Must visit while in Maui!

    Swordfish, Shrimp Duo@ Roy's!
    Spencer H.

    My folks and the folks in Hawaii didn't believe there was a Roy's in Baltimore once upon a time, but there was!! How do I know this, because I've eaten there twice!! When I saw that there was a Roy's about a mile from our resort, we had to check them out. Nothing special about the interior, kinda boring I'd say. It overlooks a beautiful PGA golf course that all of the big boys have played (their pictures are on the entry walls so I cheated).. Lol! Most people want to dine on the water while in Maui so Roy's better be good. Well, well, well, Roy's crushed it! Our rib appetizer was too damn big for an appetizer. We had to intentionally stop eating them to save room for our entrées and yes, those ribs were amazing! My swordfish/shrimp duo was absolutely fantastic. Her butterfish was just as good. When she shared a bite, it literally melted in my mouth. Service was impeccable, with the manager making his way over to introduce himself and offered his personal assistance as well. I'm glad I was able to experience Roy's once again, something that I thought was gone forever when they left Baltimore a few years back!! Maybe just maybe they'll try the Washington, DC area next.. Fingers crossed!

    Seared ahi
    Tristen E.

    One of our favorite spots on the island that is so consistently wonderful and has been for years is Roys in Ka'anapali. Yesterday we went to lunch with our two year-old grandchild and enjoyed so many wonderful things from the calamari, which is outstanding to the seared ahi sashimi. The ribs are always over the top and my favorite is consistently the miso Yaki butter fish though my husband enjoyed the filet mignon and my daughter-in-law enjoyed the short rib ribs. Our two-year-old had the butter pasta, but enjoyed everything else as well

    Bacon cheeseburger
    Jo C.

    One of a few restaurants open during this storm. Made reservations on Open table, delicious lunch and drinks. The service was friendly and efficient. Great views of the golf course some dishes were a little pricey but the bacon cheese burger and mixed plate were yummy!

    Prix fixxe meal
    Sandy N.

    I really enjoyed the fall prix fixe menu and it was fantastic. Started with the Caesar salad with seared ahi, followed by braised short ribs and tiger shrimp served with au gratin potatoes and mixed vegetables, and finished with a rich chocolate ganache cake--each dish had yummy layered flavors. I also sampled the Yama's Mama's meatloaf, which was delicious, served with creamy mashed potatoes and huge crunchy onion rings. The staff were super attentive and friendly, making the experience even more enjoyable. My impression was that they really enjoyed their jobs. The restaurant itself has a clean, Hawaiian-inspired atmosphere with scenic views of the Kaanapali Golf Course, Having visited other Roy's locations, I can say they maintain a consistent level of quality. Highly recommended and looking forward to my next visit.

    Caesar salad
    Janet S.

    We liked Roy's so much, that we ate here twice during our stay in Maui. The food was great. They put down a dish of edamame that was very good. Then, we split their version of a caesar salad. I say their version because it had cucumbers and tomatoes in it along with the romaine lettuce and a creamy caesar dressing. They were a nice addition. The first tie, as an entrée,, I had the Kaanapali Cioppino. It had seafood and local fish in it and was served in a saffron garlic tomato broth. The second time, I had the Misoyaki Butterfish. It is truly delicious and it never disappoints. My husband has to Hibachi Grilled Atlantic Salmon. There weren't many restaurant that served salmon, so my husband really enjoyed it. As it was my husband's birthday, they treated us to a wonderful dish of sorbet that we split. The service both times was amazing. We were greeted as soon as we sat down. The server kept coming back to check to make sure that we were happy and enjoying the meal. We never felt rushed and had a nice leisurely meal. It is a very big restaurant and the tables are spread out nicely. We were not near the other tables and didn't need to listen to the conversation at the next table. When back in Maui, we would definitely return.

    Complimentary Birthday Sorbet
    Irma K.

    Haven't been here in years. Food is still very delicious. My fish was moist and rice cooked to perfection. The sauce was perfect. Other dishes were excellent as well. Staff is friendly and helpful. Ambiance is nice and relaxing. We came to celebrate my daughter's birthday but disappointed to find out they don't have their chocolate soufflé anymore! That was disappointing. Bring it back please. They also don't put the extra little decorations on the table and make a special birthday dessert. Everything that made that extra day memorable is gone. My daughter got a sorbet with a candle and we sang to her. I would definitely recommend coming for the food but not to come celebrate a special occasion. Ended up going to another place to get dessert to celebrate the day.

    Luis G.

    If you're looking for a great lunch spot with excellent service, amazing food and a beautiful view of the golf course this is definitely the place to go. I ordered the chicken katsu, and it was spot on crispy with a golden-brown crunch on the outside, while still juicy and tender inside. The white rice that came with it was perfectly warm, sticky and delicious. I also tried the chicken sandwich and oh my....it was packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. The fries that came with it were just as impressive, crispy, crunchy and salted exactly right. The staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming and attentive. The restaurant itself is very clean, spacious and has an inviting atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back :)

    Beef short ribs
    Mandi R.

    Let me start by saying...Roy's has the most legit kids menu in all of Hawaii! Reasonably priced (all things considered) with lots of good food. I also always enjoy my experience visiting this restaurant. Every entrée I've had has always been beautifully presented, very tasty and mindful of local flavors. Though I would choose other restaurants to dine at on Maui before landing on Roy's, you can always count on outstanding service, beautiful views and quality food at Roy's Kaanapali.

    Fried chicken
    Luke T.

    Let's begin our Hawaiian disaster here. We called Roy's to schedule a 7:30 PM reservation, but when we arrived, they told us it was booked for 7:00 PM. After waiting about 15 minutes, we were finally seated and handed menus. About 10 minutes later, someone came to take our drink orders -- we asked for a couple of sodas and two adult beverages. It took roughly 25 minutes for the drinks to arrive, and only then did our server take our food order. We got our appetizers in a reasonable time, but then the nightmare really began -- we waited over an hour for our main courses. When the entrees finally arrived, several dishes were wrong. Some were overcooked, and others were missing ingredients that were clearly listed on the menu. Not once during that long wait did our server come by to apologize or give us any update like, "Your food is almost ready." The only time our waiter seemed to notice anything was when he stopped by to ask how the steak was -- completely ignoring the other four entrees on the table that were just as expensive. When he realized the steak was badly overcooked, he removed two salads and the steak from our bill. I think he could tell we were exhausted and frustrated by that point. We had chosen Roy's because we had read glowing reviews and thought it would be a special, memorable meal for our once-in-a-lifetime vacation. Instead, it was one of the most disappointing dining experiences we've had anywhere. Hawaii is home to incredible restaurants -- this is not one of them. Even if we come back in twenty years, we'll never set foot in here again.

    Mahi-mahi and shrimp!
    Maryann L.

    Food was amazing and fresh. The service was exceptional. I loved how they kept everything vintage yet really nice and clean.

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    Ask the Community - Roy's Kaanapali

    Is there outdoor seating available? I don't remember that from before, but I see it listed on Yelp as a feature

    We were there in mid September and we didn't see any outdoor seating. The seating inside is very well spaced and I felt safe

    Trying to cal the restaurant but nobody answers the phone and can't leave a voice mail...?

    Honestly, go somewhere else. Was disappointed on last visit.

    We are trying to make a reservation for 6 people on March 18. We can't seem to do this through Open Table and no one is answering any of the calls we are making at your restaurant. We are kama'aina. How do we make a reservation for 6 people?

    We left a vm and they got back to us and we were able to book over the phone with them.

    Is there a dress code?

    No need to get too dressed up, it's Hawaii! I would say nice casual. I wore a sun dress. Guys - slacks, polo shirt or Aloha shirt.

    What does the new menu look like may I see pictures?

    Just click on MENU on the Yelp page!

    Is this restaurant kids friendly?

    I've seen kids there. It's an upscale restaurant. If your children are comfortable in a quiet restaurant and your comfortable with the prices, you will enjoy Roy's.

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    Leilani's On The Beach

    4.0(3.8k reviews)
    0.4 mi
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    I have been craving the hurricane Ahi bowl since I came here in 2024. Where else can you get sushi…read moregrade seared tuna, katsu'ed to be crispy, with a delicious sauce? And the best rice with furikake, and then some pretty good macaroni salad? Only here as far as I know? Definitely not where I live in San Diego. The tuna was just as amazing as I remembered. It's easy to walk into the beach bar. And I liked the strawberry salad again, although the strawberries themselves were not that great. The salad is full of fat (nuts, goat cheese, and dressing), but the local lettuce is really good and overall it's a very tasty salad. And you can avoid the fat by getting the dressing on the side and eating around the goat cheese and not eating all the nuts. I was a little disappointed with my 1944 cocktail. It was definitely strong in alcohol content, but the flavor was super muted compared to last time. Decided to order the hula pie because we had a discount card giving us a free one with two entrees, which we had bought anyway. It's a hulking dessert that might be crowd pleasing with a table of kids. It's much too much for one or two people, and not that interesting. I liked the chocolate sauce and the nuts, and that's all I ate. They have this at all of their restaurants, but I wouldn't pay to order it. Anyway, it was a little disappointing after it was one of my top two meals on the last trip. And the hurricane ahi is a must order. but once was enough for this trip!

    My family friend and I came here yesterday for their taco Tuesday. The service was really really…read moregood and our waitress was attentive and very kind. We opted for the taco Tuesday. The prices were very reasonable and the drinks were really yummy! I especially love the guacamole and salsa, very flavorful and fresh! The outdoor seating was abundant and they even put up screens as the sun was coming down. Definitely a place I would come back too.

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    We had such a wonderful experience at Ulu Kitchen during our week-long stay at the Westin Maui in…read moreJuly! We booked our stay through Costco, which included a $60 daily breakfast credit, and Ulu Kitchen quickly became one of our favorite parts of the trip. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with incredible ocean views that make breakfast feel extra special. The food was excellent, and everything we ordered was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Our favorite was the blueberry and lilikoi flapjacks and the classic breakfast. The staff were also incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The combination of the gorgeous setting, delicious food, and wonderful service made Ulu Kitchen a highlight of our stay. We would absolutely recommend it and will definitely be back the next time we're in Maui!

    My wife and I decided to try Ulu Kitchen as we noticed it was another (and the only) Ulu on the…read moreisland. We have been to many or his other restaurants and love them so thought we would give it a try. It was located right by the beach and the island vibe was prevalent! I was not that hungry but we ordered some gyoza for an appetizer which was delicious and my wife ordered a burger and since I was not that hungry, I thought I would go straight for desert! I ordered their ice cream sandwich-thinking it would be a small cool desert for the island evening. However, I was pleasantly surprised-it was extra large! Feel free to refer to my picture in the review but it was delicious, one of the best I have ever had! My wife enjoyed the burger as well. Service was fantastic! We think we found another great spot to dine at in Maui!

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