Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
Island-to-table dining, treetop dinners, and sunset cocktails above Wailea
Savor al fresco island-to-table cuisine with sweeping views of three Hawaiian Islands, unwind over sushi, yakitori, craft cocktails, and Japanese whiskeys at an open-air lounge, or reserve an intimate chef-led dinner among mango and avocado trees. Poolside cabanas add light meals, drinks, signature cocktails, and frozen smoothies, with locally sourced ingredients, vegan and vegetarian options, and relaxed resort-casual style throughout.
The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea
An al fresco Hawaiian New American restaurant at Hotel Wailea offering island-to-table cuisine, seasonal local ingredients, and sweeping views of three Hawaiian Islands. The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea is perfect for romantic dinners, with upper Lanai and Garden seating under the stars.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours: 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Birdcage
An open-air Japanese grill restaurant at Hotel Wailea offering sushi, yakitori, nigiri, raw bar delicacies and binchotan-grilled dishes. The Birdcage suits relaxed dinners in a peaceful adults-only setting, with craft cocktails, Japanese whiskeys and cosmopolitan style.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What dining options are available at Hotel Wailea?
Hotel Wailea offers several distinctive venues, including The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea, Hawaii’s first and only Relais & Châteaux restaurant, and The Birdcage, an open-air Japanese grill and lounge. Guests can also enjoy The Cabanas for casual poolside meals and The Treehouse, an intimate open-air dining structure used for a private chef’s dinner.
Is The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea open to the public?
Yes, The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea welcomes both overnight guests and outside visitors. Because it is popular with the public as well as hotel guests, it is recommended to secure reservations upon arrival, as tables can book up quickly.
What kind of cuisine does The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea serve?
The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea offers island-to-table, farm-to-table cuisine described as culinary casual, featuring a Chef’s 3-course tasting menu made with fresh, seasonal, local ingredients, some grown in the restaurant’s own orchard, under Executive Chef Ryan Cruz.
What is The Birdcage at Hotel Wailea?
The Birdcage is an open-air lounge and Japanese grill at Hotel Wailea, serving a Japanese-influenced dinner menu of fresh sushi, shareable plates, charcuterie boards, binchotan-grilled dishes, yakitori skewers, and nigiri, paired with craft cocktails and Japanese whiskeys. As part of the exclusively adults-only resort, The Birdcage offers a peaceful, kids-free atmosphere.
Does Hotel Wailea offer any exclusive or behind-the-scenes dining experiences?
Yes, Hotel Wailea offers the Chef’s Kitchen Table and Chef’s Garden Table, a behind-the-scenes dining experience inside The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea’s kitchen with a curated five-course menu served on the pass. The property also offers The Treehouse, a custom-built dining structure set within a canopy of mango and avocado trees for a private seven-course chef’s dinner. Advance reservations are required for both experiences.
Is breakfast included in a stay at Hotel Wailea?
Breakfast at Hotel Wailea is offered à la carte for a surcharge rather than being complimentary, allowing guests to select from the menu each morning.
What is the dress code for dining at Hotel Wailea?
Hotel Wailea maintains a resort casual dress code at its dining venues, including The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea and The Birdcage. Swim attire is not permitted in these dining spaces.
Does Hotel Wailea accommodate large dining parties?
Yes, but with specific policies: parties of 9 or more guests must reserve at least 24 hours in advance, and reservations are held with a credit card. The maximum party size accommodated is 16 guests, and these larger parties incur an automatic 21% service charge, with bills split a maximum of two ways.
Is Hotel Wailea's dining scene suitable for families with children?
Hotel Wailea is an adults-only luxury boutique hotel designed for couples, and its dining and drink venues, including The Birdcage, are part of this exclusively adult atmosphere. The property’s age policy applies broadly across the resort, so children are not part of the standard guest experience at these venues.
What can guests enjoy at the poolside dining venue at Hotel Wailea?
The Cabanas at Hotel Wailea is a casual poolside spot offering light al fresco meals, drinks, signature cocktails, and frozen smoothies. Bar and lunch service run during the day, and the adjacent pool area itself is open 24 hours, with complimentary private cabanas available on a first-come, first-served basis.