Merriman’s Kapalua sits on a small peninsula jutting into the Pacific, and the sunset slot here is the closest thing in West Maui to a guaranteed wow moment. Peter Merriman helped invent Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine in the 1990s; the kitchen has stayed honest to local sourcing.
What to know
- Hours: Daily 4–9 PM.
- Cost: Entrées $45–$75.
- Reservation: Strongly recommended, especially for the 5:30–6:30 PM window when the sun drops.
- Free moment: The lawn outside is open to anyone for cocktails before dinner — perfectly acceptable to enjoy a drink there even if you booked a later seating.