Lahaina Grill

07/15/08

Lahaina hotspot serves creative cuisine to stylish locals and tourists alike.

by Eric Grossman

In Short
Soft tones, tiled floors, eclectic décor, and a pressed tin ceiling create a refined yet casual ambiance that regularly draws diners from all over the island. Two large but intimate dining rooms offer plenty of space for groups of any size. Local ingredients and signature preparations fill the diverse menu. Highlights include tequila shrimp and firecracker rice, Kona-coffee-roasted rack of lamb, Maui-onion-crusted seared ahi, and Kalua duck quesadilla. Desserts include the famed "Road to Hana" chocolate cake that honors the popular drive. Attentive and highly knowledgeable waiters make for a memorable Maui dining experience.

03/10/08

Amazing

by eatinny

On our second trip to Maui, this inconspicuous gem was recommended by the conceirge at our hotel. It was nothing short of jaw dropping. The seared ahi and foie gras was mouth-watering - especially considering the fact that my husband doesn't like fish and I don't like foie gras. It easily makes it into the top 5 list of the best things I've ever eaten. My husband had the Kalua Duck, which was spot in in flavor, texture, and balance. I had one of the fish specials, and it was out of this world. Everything was fresh and tasty. The atmosphere was relaxed yet romantic and upscale at the same time. This is the only restaurant I've ever been to where patrons were served like royalty in flip-flops. The entire experience only enhanced our trip, and for that we are grateful. Bravo to the management and staff.

• Pros: Seared ahi and foie gras, and everything else.
• Cons: None!

11/23/07

Stunning!

by rwb1414

This was one of the best meals I have ever eaten-maybe the best. The service was fantastic and the flavors were layer upon layer of nuance. Roasted beets, vanilla rice, & amazing seafood. My wife and I travel a lot and eat out a lot all over the U.S. and the world and this place was worth every penny of the $200 bill. Honestly, for food this good in a place like Maui, $200 seems like a bargin. You can't go anywhere in Napa for under $200 for example. We've certainly spent more and been disapointed (e.g., The Palm). If you are on Maui make a special trip. It's totally worth it.

• Pros: The food is just that good.
• Cons: Not being able to eat anymore

01/19/05

Our FAVORITE Meal in Hawaii!

by joycemattox

We just had the best meal last week in Lahaina!

We travel to Hawaii several times per year and this dining experience is definitely our favorite of all islands. The food is amazing, great portions, the service is impeccable. They have been voted Best Maui Restaurant 12 years in a row.

01/15/04

loved every bite!

by a_m

the food is phenomenal, great service, wonderful setting...don't miss David Paul's!

• Pros: great ambiance, divine food, fabulous wine list

10/25/03

my favorite restaurant of all time

by eeyore_gal

this restaurant has the best food. i loved it when he had the diamon head grill on oahu, and i loved the one on maui even more. i've eaten his diamond headh grill three times (which has since closed) and recently went to his lahaina grill -- each experience was better than the last. we had the ahi and steak, and it was so good. the vanilla jasmin rice was the best rice i've ever eaten, and the au gratin potatoes that accompanied the steak were awesome as well. the creme brulee was the perfect end for a delicious meal. it was so creamy and light, yet so rich in flavor. i highly recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting maui.