Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Whalers Village

“Had a fantastic experience at Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman Kaanapali. The atmosphere is lively but still relaxed, with a great open-air feel that fits Maui perfectly. The food was outstanding as always! Fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. The wood-fired pizzas and seafood dishes were highlights, and everything we tried was on point. The cocktails were also a standout (the Mai Tai is a must!). Service was friendly and attentive, and the overall vibe made it a place you want to hang out and enjoy, not just eat and leave. Great spot for families or a fun night out. Definitely recommend if you’re in the Kā’anapali area.”

“Mai Tai was delicious and fun, as was the Kalua Pork Pizza + Pineapple pizza! I’d personally pass on the Truffle Fries and Poke Tacos, they were fine but nothing to write home about. Happy hour is only for non-seafood… which was over 2/3 of the appetizers lol. Service was fantastic and it was much quieter (albeit still a little loud) than other restaurants nearby.”

“Honestly this was the best place we ate at during our week stay in Maui! We ate here 3 times! Everything we tried was great- but my favorite may be their pizzas- amazing dough & flavors are on point!! Can’t go wrong eating here, but downfall is they don’t take reservations before 8.30pm so there’s generally at least a 20min to get seated- but it was always worth it!”

“Loved the vibe of this place. They had live music the afternoon we ate here. They also had a great adult beverage menu, and very good servers. The food was good. I had the Kalua Pork and Pineapple pizza and a beer which hit just right. My wife enjoyed it as well!”

“If every restaurant at a resort charged resort prices but actually delivered on the experience, they would all be like Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman. From the moment we arrived, the service was fantastic. The staff were friendly, attentive, and seemed genuinely happy to be there, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. The atmosphere is one of the biggest strengths. It is lively without being chaotic, with a great Maui vibe that makes you want to slow down, order another drink, and stay awhile. Even during busy times, the wait was surprisingly short. The happy hour is where Monkeypod really shines. The pizzas are a great value and easily one of the best deals around. If you are looking to enjoy good food without feeling like your wallet just got hit by a tsunami, happy hour is the move. The drink menu is huge with plenty of options whether you are looking for a local beer, cocktail, or something tropical. There is enough variety that everyone in the group should find something they like. Overall, Monkeypod Kitchen gets the rare combination of great service, great atmosphere, good food, and reasonable happy hour pricing. In a part of Maui where it is easy to overpay for a mediocre meal, this is one place that actually lives up to the hype.”