The atmosphere at Ulu is incredible!!! I don't think it gets better than this location. Highly recommend reservations, especially if you want a table with clear view of the water or sunset. Service was amazing as well. We tried the crispy chicken, crab fried rice, crab noodles, and the chocolate soufflé. The chicken app wasn't anything spectacular, noodles were perfectly chewy and generous with the crab, and fried rice was great. The soufflé was the highlight! We went with chocolate but they have a seasonal rotating fruit flavor as well. This takes 25 minutes to make so recommend ordering it early if you know you want to try it. For $$$$ the food is okay, you're absolutely paying for the scenery and service. read more

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Atmosphere is amazing and very fancy vibe. I came here for a wedding dinner, view here is gorgeous right in front of the beach. We were served a course menu, I chose the ahi poke, mahi mahi, and cake with ice cream. Ahi poke (6/10)-bland not a lot of flavor but good amount of fish Mahi mahi (7/10)-average fish like how it was light and good portion Cake (8/10)-light and not too rich the ice cream was a huge plus. We also got served appetizers the orange chicken, pork belly bun and tuna roll was all solid. Drinks were also tasty my favorite was the espresso martini. Service is friendly and the restaurant is very fancy. Would love to come back here and try the other food read more

'ULU - Cake - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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One of the best meals I've had in Hawaii. The setting at Ulu is stunning, the service is polished without feeling stuffy, and the food truly delivers. We ordered the Big Island Ahi Poke, Kona Kampachi Fresh Catch, New York Strip Beef & Broccoli, and the Chocolate Soufflé. Every dish was perfectly prepared, incredibly tender, and full of flavor. An outstanding dining experience from start to finish. read more

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Order ahead for that chocolate soufflé! They also have a Kona coffee one. The catch of the day snapper was excellent. read more

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Having had some disappointing - and very expensive - meals at Big Island resorts where the view was better than the food, we had our expectations in check when deciding to celebrating a special occasion at the Four Seasons. What a surprise. From the moment we tasted the Hualalai oysters - our server, Doug, explained in detail the incredible two year process of raising them - we were stunned. These were the best oysters I have ever had: fresh, plump, full of briny seawater. We took a gamble on the tableside poke (opting for the Kona konpachi) which seemed crazy given the quality of poke available at supermarkets around the island, but were pleasantly surprised again. The crab noodles with ebi butter, king crab, and bok choi had a wonderful mochi texture, and the broiled 1/2 Kona lobster (with a sriracha hollandaise) and fries were perfect. The only miss for us was the grilled daily catch, which was a dry, severe tasting konpachi. The yuzu kosho butter sauce made up for it a bit but only masked how tough the fish was. Obviously the restaurant is beautiful. The location and views are sublime and service is as you would expect at the Four Seasons. If you've been burned before at fancy resort restaurants on the islands, I highly recommend trying 'Ulu. read more

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Ulu is at the Four Seasons Resort. They have free self-parking and free valet parking. The restaurant is ocean-side and has both outdoor and indoor seating. It has amazing views. It wasn't very busy when we were there. The presentation was perfect. My wife had the Hudson Valley Foie Gras and wasn't impressed. She ordered the Kanpachi which came with a pineapple sambal, crispy garlic, and lemon-soy vinaigrette. It was the highlight of the evening's food for me. She had an amazing crab leg as well. I had Crab Noodles with King Crab, mochi noodles, sweet ebi butter and bok choi. It was solid, but not exceptional. For dessert, we had the chocolate souffle which was very good. They gave my wife a complimentary dessert for her birthday! Our main let-down was our server. She seemed to always be in a hurry, and impatient when we took too long to order. She swooped in and left, often before we could ask for what we needed. The rest of the staff was solid, friendly, responsive and efficient. read more

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We had an amazing evening at Ulu at the Four Seasons Kona while celebrating my friend's birthday. The staff went above and beyond to make the surprise truly special. While my friend and I were walking on the beach, our wives checked in for our reservation and weren't sure how to call us over without giving it away. One of the team members actually offered to help and played along perfectly. She walked over and calmly told my friend that his wife had fallen but was okay and wanted him to come quickly. He rushed back, only to be met with laughter and the surprise reveal at the table. Her acting was so convincing, and I couldn't believe she went along with the plan. It really showed how thoughtful and fun the staff is here. On to the food and drinks. Everything was excellent. The cocktails were top quality, balanced, and smooth (no next-day headaches). We ordered the tableside poke, which was some of the best we had on the island. It was fun being able to choose how much of each ingredient we wanted. My wife and I also shared the Tuna Wellington special, which was great. the flaky crust, perfectly cooked tuna, and the foie gras all came together beautifully. For dessert, we were completely surprised. Instead of just a small birthday treat like ice cream, they surprised us with two big soufflés--one for my friend's birthday and another for me, since my birthday was coming up later in the month. Such a thoughtful and generous touch! Between the incredible food, attentive staff, and the beachfront sunset views, Ulu is a gem. The atmosphere matches the quality of the dishes, and the service made the whole evening unforgettable. Highly recommend for a special night out on the Big Island. read more

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Where are half stars when you need them? I had dinner here during my stay on the Big Island. I really want to give this place 4 stars but for the price I just couldn't. The food is good but nothing amazing. From memory I had the ahi roll. Wok fried beef steak (similar to Vietnamese style Bo luc lac but crispy beef), wife had the ny strip (pretty average and small) and the dessert was the highlight... the chocolate fondue. We also had crab fried rice and crab noodles. Not sure if it was the weather, seasoning or perhaps use of msg. About 1/2 way thru my meal I was guzzling water at an insane rate. I think I had 5-6 glasses haha View was amazing. We went right before sunset. Sit inside if you want to avoid the whiteflies. read more

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Unqualified 5 stars! Wish I could give 6. This place is SO on another level. Super Wow!!! Do not miss. Superb beachside seating. Over the top service. Food to die for! Our server Michael not only replaced flatware between courses but he also wiped off the placemats and cleaned all the bread crumbs. When we ordered he discussed with us the timing we would like for the courses. (Did we want the salad and poke together, etc.). The drinks were perfect. The view as you can see is phenomenal. It is so comfortable sitting under the shelter and having the view. The setup keeps it from getting cold or windy and there were no insects to bother us. The table side poke was delicious. The beet salad was lovely and unique. We loved the ahi au poivre and the broiled lobster. If you have not had crab or lobster with Hollandaise, you have not lived. Also, the lobster had tiny pieces of onion and tomato and it was cut up and freed from the shell so it was easy for me to eat, The grilled lemon was only too happy to give its juices to my plate. The chocolate soufflé put this experience over the top! We had the Frank Family Zin which I highly recommend. read more

'ULU - Broiled lobster with frites - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

We had a terrific dinner here and are still raving about the food. Everything we had was delicious! The presentation was stunning and the service was superb. You couldn't get a better setting than watching the sunset over the waves - so delightful!!! read more

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Fantastic! Excellent service and amazing food. It's expensive, but you get what you pay for! read more

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Likely the best meal I'll ever have. I've travelled the world but the vibe and food were unbeatable. On the beach at sunset was perfect. The crab legs and sushi appetizers were on point. The steak was cooked to perfection and lastly the service was good. read more

'ULU - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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We visited while staying at the Four Seasons Hotel, and I believe we were seated in the best seating area by the beach. Expensive, and the portions are small, so one entree would not be enough for one person. We ended up ordering two each. The food itself was okay, but the view and vibe were splendid. The service was extremely good. They made poke right in front of us. Make sure to order the soufflé cake!!! It takes 20 minutes to prepare, but it's worth it! read more

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This restaurant does have it all - delicious food, great service and then possibly the best ambiance of any restaurant I've been to yet. This restaurant sits right on the beach, and a few days prior we were able to grab reservations around sunset which was *chefs kiss*. This restaurant is at the Four Seasons, so parking isn't straight forward and you have to come through a gate to get onto property. We told the gate agent we had reservations and he let us in no worries, and then we just followed signs for some public parking. The restaurant was then about a 10 minute walk from the lot. If you can arrive early and walk along the beach path, I highly recommend as the views and beach are beautiful. This was our last meal of our vacation and on our anniversary so it was a wonderful way to end our trip. The servers were all so helpful and attentive and they gave us a lovely booth table where we were both faced outwards to see the ocean. We started the meal with the smoked pork belly bao and this may have been my favorite item of the evening. The pork belly was so flavorful and the bao was super fluffy. I had the grilled fish catch of the day and my husband had the puna chicken. Both were cooked deliciously. If I had to critique one thing about this restaurant, its that I felt the entrees weren't super unique, although they still were cooked perfectly. We also ordered one of their dessert specials of the night and it was divine. They also surprised us with a Happy Anniversary chocolate on top. This is a pricey spot, so the ambiance comes with a price tag but I do think it is worth it for the experience, especially for a special occasion meal. read more

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Had a lovely, albeit pricy, dinner for my daughter's b-day. We shared a roll, my daughter had the crab legs, my wife the tuna and I had the catch of the day. The roll was excellent, I liked my entree, my daughter loved the crab legs, but the tuna wasn't really what my wife or I expected. It was seared raw, with almost no penetration beyond the crust. Usually that's not a problem, we eat tons of sushi and poke, but this tuna steak just didn't work with this prep. It wasn't bad, but I would have expected better. It was redeemed with the souffles, which were excellent, and the cocktails were good. The room itself is lovely, and it was nice that there is a self parking area by the front that is free, so I didn't have to pay an extra just to park. It is definitely a spot if you want a romantic sunset dinner, but be ready for the bill. read more

This place was recommended by a friend and I am so thankful. Best meal on the Big Island. I love the location right by the beach. We got a table as close to the water as we could get. Restaurant decor is simple, clean and elegant. The bread starter was surprisingly good. I don't normally eat a lot of the bread but this was just too good not to. Next I got the beet salad. It was a beautiful blend of flavors that was very well done. Veggie rolls came next. They were flavorful and filling! Delicious. Crispy chicken was next. Sweet, smoky, crunchy and a little spicy. Just right. Ended my dinner with the soufflé. So many places don't get the consistency right. This place did. Pure perfection. I hope to be back soon. read more

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the best parts of this restaurant were the views of the ocean, waves, and sunset if you are here for dinner. we got the: 1. hokkaido scallops crudo ($25): very fresh and melt-in-your-mouth 2. ahi tuna wellington ($135): this came with a live carving and explanation of how the dish came about. it tasted amazing and the tuna was so tender. unfortunately, our lua leaf (taro leaf) was a tad undercooked, causing our throats to itch and hurt for the rest of the night. the staff were really nice about it though, sending an EMT to take a look at us, and also waiving the cost of this dish as we couldn't have any more. 3. grand garnier souffle ($24): beautiful fluffy texture, well balanced flavors with the orange liqueur! it was unfortunate we couldn't enjoy the ahi tuna wellington, but overall we were happy with the taste of all the food and service. read more

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Came here for the second time in a week and after an amazing first dinner, it was even better the second time. This is our favorite restaurant on The Four Seasons property. Bluefin tableside poke was amazing and was happy I was able to try the abalone and the crab noodles was a hit! Vanilla strawberry soufflé was dessert finished a memorable dinner. The service was top notch and the ambiance was perfect for a romantic dinner with the amazing view and I love how the interior parts are decorated while still open to the outdoors and the music playing was the perfect volume and gave the place a modern feel. read more

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Rates as one of the finest meals I've experienced. Ambience, Service and quality first rate. Highly recommend read more

We had a great dinner Ulu. We had wonderful service throughout from Justine and team who made great recommendations. We ended up getting the following: California Crab Roll: better than most because they use real crab Cut greens salad: this was great, excellent ingredients, and the dressing was t overwhelming Grilled fresh catch: we got two versions and both the mahi mahi and kanpachi were great. The sides were also unique, I'm still not entirely sure what we had, but it was delicious and fun to have something different. Dessert was really the only miss: the soufflé wasn't super flavorful, and got pretty wet with the side sauce, and the roasted pineapple parfait just wasn't that good. Overall a great experience though and would go back if we were there again. read more

NOTE: The 'Ulu Ocean Grill + Sushi Lounge's physical restaurant is currently closed for a major gut/renovation. The current offering is Sushi and Robata by 'Ulu, setup outside around the beautiful King's Pond. We loved 'Ulu when we dined there two years ago. We booked a reservation this year anyway, knowing about the setting change and modified menu of sushi and robata. Long story short: food was fresh and delicious, and service was great (servers must have been working extra hard to get food to/around this modified space so smoothly). We really enjoyed our dinner! For anyone who has been to 'Ulu just note: the experience is a little less elevated but still worth a visit. The setting is still very pretty but our table was tucked down a few steps, blocking a sunset/ocean view. And all drinks were served in plastic...pretty plastic stemmed wine 'glasses' but still plastic, to protect the fish of Kings Pond. I get it. I just recommend a cocktail over wine, now knowing that. What we ordered: MAKI SUSHI (rolls) -NEGIHAMA - Hamachi, Green Onion, Puffed Rice Furikake -LOCAL BIGEYE AHI TUNA TEKKA MAKI - Fresh Wasabi, House Made Soy Sauce, Chives -VEGETABLE ROLL - Baby Romaine, Shiso, Ume ROBATA (mini hibachi grill brought to your table - very cool presentation!) -HOKKAIDO SCALLOP - Miso Sauce Fresh fish. Pretty presentation. Clean, tasty, healthy meal. Warm service. Loved our meal! The tuna might have been the best we had throughout our trip. Thanks for a delicious dinner! Excited to see the renovations when we return! read more

I mean you go here for the full package... The service, the food, the ambiance, the ocean... the price... Kidding (it's really expensive here). This was recommended to us by a relative- we almost never intentionally go to hotel restaurants. But to say it didn't disappoint would be an understatement. Our snapper was so wonderful I'm not even exaggerating when I say it brought a tear to my eye (that and the mist of ocean water in the air). This was among our favorite experiences on the island. It's pricey but it's also really not to be missed. Go all out - get drinks and dessert too. Also wonderful. Treat yourself, for once... once they re-open. read more

Truly a remarkable experience. The food is extremely fresh, well-curated, and masterfully prepared. The flavors are balanced, and the wine list pairs very well (and ad lib sommelier service if you're not sure what to get). The service was impeccable and detail-oriented, focusing on experience in a way that makes you feel like you're the only ones there. Our table for two was directly beach-side, with ocean waves crashing just nearby. The Four Seasons grounds themselves are beautiful, and well worth the trip out even if you're staying elsewhere. read more

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In the mornings, 'Ulu serves as a bustling breakfast spot dedicated to guests at the Four Seasons Hualalai. By night, it transforms into a romantic dining destination that lives up to everything you've been dreaming about since you planned your trip to Hawaii. To ensure the kitchen can better prepare for dinner, lunch isn't offered from 11 AM - 5:30 PM. Breakfast: Breakfast is available a la carte or as an all you can eat buffet. During my six day stay at the Four Seasons, I tried the buffet ($55), the Hawaiian Breakfast ($58), and the American Breakfast. Out of the three, I suggest either the Hawaiian or American Breakfast, depending on what you're going for. The Hawaiian Breakfast comes with two Spam Musubis, a mini Açaí Bowl, Malasadas (think lightly sugared fluffy donut holes), a Loco Moco slider and local fruit. The Spam Musubis were so good, I couldn't resist ordering some to go! For those looking for something more traditional, the American Breakfast comes with the works: two eggs of your choice, toast, protein, and either pancakes or a waffle. I fell in love with all things "MacNut" in Hawaii and made a special request for MacNut pancakes and... wow. I was honestly speechless by their service to accommodate and deliver such an incredible meal. Dinner: Dinner is even more exceptional, but fair warning-- it'll cost you. I had dined at both Noio (upstairs) and 'Ulu (downstairs) in search of the freshest and most flavorful seafood that embodies Hawaii, and without a question, Ulu came out on top. The menu offers tableside Poke, an abundance of fresh fish and shellfish, including crudo and seafood towers, caviar, and more. Despite being a party of one, I couldn't help but be drawn to the Chilled Queens Platter... which is meant for 2-4 people. If you're wondering if I finished it... I was close! The only thing I couldn't quite manage was the poke, which was understandable given the party size. I also am a sucker for crudo, and ordered the Sea Bream, which was hands down, the most refreshing and most exquisite crudo I've ever had. read more

Wow, what a disappointment in the quality of dishes we ordered. The ambience is awesome as you're almost right on the beach. The service was Four Seasons level but the food was less than par - which makes a dinner for 4 at just over $500 disappointing. We ordered several dishes and are "family style" so we could all share and enjoy the different dishes. The polo made table side was good - but we could get similar quality at Umekes in town! The drag fish was fishy, the crab noodles also tasted fishy, the New York steak ordered medium rare was also disappointing. I guess the best was their pork in a bun (Chinese style) was our favorite. The chocolate soufflé dessert was also dry - probably needed vanilla ice cream to moisten it up! Overall, we don't think we'll be going back there. read more

Currently the restaurant is being remodeled. We sat alongside Kings Pond at the Four Seasons. Our table was in the sand. Cool concept. However, I do not recommend bringing younger kids. Mine just wanted to play with the sand. The food was fresh. I enjoyed my sashimi and maki roll. It was good but not my favorite dish. When we checked in, she said we didn't have reservations . There was a whole mix up with their system and concierge.... She gave the vibe that she wasn't going to seat us. I explained we made reservations way in advance and had 3 confirmations from hotel in our itinerary. I know it's not her fault but she wouldn't seat us until she figured out who messed up. I was annoyed because there were plenty of empty seats. She made a huge deal that put me in a mood before dinner. read more

Second time here and Lily at ULU delivers again! The service is unparalleled! The only place in the world where you can order a perfect sunset with your dinner. Ambience makes every meal here so memorable. The food is amazing. They have the best uni and unagi nigiri. read more

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ULU was recommended by a coworker and I'm glad she did. The service was stellar. Doug our waiter did a great job of highlighting key entrees and provided some great recommendations. We came in time for the sunset, so even though it was raining it was a beautiful view that made the meal that much more special! Sharables: Ahi Tuna was prepared tableside and seasoned to our liking and super fresh. The king crab roll was filled with succulent crab meat and filling. Entrees: If I come back will order the Spicy Crab for myself. The dish was well seasoned and the crab in the bowl was abundant! The tuna was fresh and good, but a bit bland. The succotash under the fish was what saved the dish! Dessert: tried to macadamia soufflé. I'm just not a fan of this dessert but it was tasty. read more

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Wow! I had read this place was spectacular but to experience the spectacular was just WOW! I made a reservation about a week prior. There was only an 8:30pm spot but I checked back a few days before and changed to 7:30 and then changed again to 6pm. 6pm was a perfect time to book as it allowed my kiddo and I time to watch the sun set which was just so spectacular! We arrived to the Four Seasons after a Dolphin experience up north. We valet the car and went into the lobby and a nice man greeted us. We asked for the bathroom and proceeded to change from our swim suits into nice clothes and then relaxed in the lobby for a bit before heading down to the beach. The hotel property is just amazingly beautiful! We took a ton of photos while waiting to check-in. A little before 6 we checked in with the hostess and were seated at a wonderful table. Our server was the absolute nicest lady who knew we were excited to eat there and she was just so accomodating. She took photos and took us through things people enjoyed. Helped us order drinks. She was the best! They bring out wonderful bread and butter. And then we ordered Japanese blue fin poke. A man came with the most beautiful bowls of mix ins and made our poke tableside. We ate that mouthwatering poke with taro chips and just gobbled it right up! It was so tasty. Then we had an amazing sushi roll!! For dinner we had the mahi mahi and omg the best Spicy Crab Noodles of my life!!! That dish like the poke and sushi roll was perfection! Sadly we were too full to get dessert. But they had amazing options. This place has ambience, great service and yummy food. A top dining memory for sure!! read more

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Everything about this restaurant is amazing! If you can get a reservation, you have to go! read more

'ULU - Chocolate soufflé - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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My wife and I have eaten here 5+ times for both breakfast and dinner during our current stay at Four Seasons Hualalai. It really is fantastic. The breakfast is a casual resort breakfast with a great breakfast buffet as well as a full menu to order off of if you aren't feeling like doing the buffet. The buffet rotates several items daily so it doesn't get boring if you are eating here multiple days in a row. The ambiance is about as nice as you could possible imagine. The restaurant is mostly outdoors and is about 20 feet from the ocean so you really can't beat that. The dinner was also fantastic. The menu is very seafood heavy so if you're not a fan of seafood, I would consider eating elsewhere but my wife and I love seafood so we really enjoyed it. The King crab legs appetizer at dinner was definitely the highlight for us! read more

'ULU - King Crab Legs - Sushi Bars Near Me - Kailua-Kona, Hawaii

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So, this review is based on a single visit,tasting a single dish but I can say with confidence that it may well be the best Loco Moco in the world. It's a great restaurant, super friendly staff, tucked into the four seasons on the beach. Get up early, avoid the spoiled children and stuffy misplaced parents, skip the buffet and order loco moco . It's made with braised short rib formed into a patty. Over rice, gravy and over easy eggs. It's worth the drive and pretty much the $32. Pro tip- grab a coffee as you walk through the lobby like you belong there and you can refill it right before breakfast for free read more

We had a reservation for Ulu and were told that they were fully committed even though we had a reservation. We had cancelled another reservation for this restaurant. Also, we ate here two nights ago and were going mainly for sunset photos. Avoid their "special holiday" fried fish - it is $250 a serving and tastes VERY fishy. The piña colada was very good though. The manager was not helpful at all. No one contacted us to tell us they decided to only serve hotel guests. POOR, POOR customer service. It is very windy at this location so bring a sweater or wrap. read more

Ulu is an excellent choice and there's something for everyone. The architecture is gorgeous, you're right on the beach, the sunsets are to die for, the service is friendly and efficient, there's a dedicated vegan menu, and the food is delicious. Enjoy! read more

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The food, service, and ambiance were good. Nice views and high quality food. Nothing blew me away but solid place.

The ambiance at this restaurant is just lovely - right on the beach - and our server plus the server's assistant were very attentive and kind, 5 stars there. The food was decent and the house cocktails were ok. We had the table side poke with two kinds of fish, a bit too salty but otherwise very nice. The salad was beautiful and fresh but the dressing was just...... flat. The fried chicken was good but could have used the extra salt from the Poke. So three out of three weren't at their best. We tried three of the house cocktails as well, one was just bad, the other two were decent but none were as good as a house margarita. The cocktails did have beautiful presentation, some props for that. So let's say 3 stars there, but when one adjusts for pricing maybe even lower... I didn't enjoy being asked if we were guests (we were not) and then being seated near a bus/service station three tables back from the beach. If you are not a guest at the four seasons then just be prepared to be second class. Negative stars. The savior for today's review is the gluten free situation. The staff was knowledgeable and kind, always pointing out the gluten free option. It was clear they are careful and trained. An extra point for the freshly warmed gluten free bread. There were adequate GF options in the menu or accommodated with modest changes. They have tamari, for instance, and breaded their chicken with a GF starch. (For celiacs however, there is not a dedicated fryer at this time.) So all in all that brought us to a 4 star but I'll be looking at other options before I come here for a "fancy dinner" again. This was our second time and I remember the first time being a bit better. Maybe the adjustments for GF threw off the dressing, at least? You decide and let me know. read more

Ulu never disappoints. In the most comfy and picturesque spot, Gerardo provided stellar service with aloha warmth and good recommendations. Wish I could eat more...from start (scallops) to finish (pineapple meringue), a meal to remember. read more

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Oh my yum!!! Come here for dinner, try everything you can. The oysters were so fresh. Love to hear all the local ingredients they use here too. Great spot for food and ambiance. read more

We had a reservation at Ulu months before the date and were very much looking forward to having a delightful experience. On the day of the reservation, at 4:30, Emily called from the restaurant cancelling our reservation due to the fact it had been raining all day and we were not staying at the resort. It was a Monday, so many restaurants were not open. At 4:30, it was impossible to find anywhere to dine and Emily said we could come to the restaurant and wait and see if anyone cancelled. Not an acceptable option. She did not seem to care and just said goodbye. Even though Ulu is very good, we will not be taking another chance. read more

This restaurant was recommended to us & I 100% can see why. You come here for the sunset view- it's absolutely stunning. The sound of the ocean, the views, the ambiance of this place is unreal. The food & drink was delicious as well- everything was top notch. From the cocktails to the apps to the main courses- superb! The staff were amazing as well- kind and attentive. Fantastic overall! read more