# Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea

> Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea — American restaurants in Kīhei, HI.

## Key facts
- **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/monkeypod-kitchen-wailea-60176
- **Type**: Restaurants
- **Cuisine**: American
- **Location**: Kīhei, HI
- **Address**: 10 Wailea Gateway Place, Unit B-201, Kihei, HI 96753, US
- **Phone**: 8088912322
- **Website**: https://www.opentable.com/r/monkeypod-kitchen-wailea-kihei?ref=18704
- **Coordinates**: 20.68846, -156.43077
- **Claimed**: unclaimed
- **Vibes**: Buzzing

## About
Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea is a buzzing Hawaiian-American restaurant located at Wailea Gateway Place in Kihei. The kitchen turns out crowd favorites like fish and chips, saimin, kalua pork and pineapple pizza, and a signature cheeseburger that keeps guests coming back. The restaurant is best known for its award-winning mai tais, celebrated as some of the finest on Maui, especially during happy hour. Live music and an outdoor patio set a lively, welcoming tone that suits everything from family dinners to group gatherings.

## Hours
- Monday: 4pm - 10pm
- Tuesday: 4pm - 10pm
- Wednesday: 4pm - 10pm
- Thursday: 4pm - 10pm
- Friday: 4pm - 10pm
- Saturday: 4pm - 10pm
- Sunday: 4pm - 10pm

## Highlights
- **Award-winning mai tais** — Voted best mai tai on Maui, an 11-time winner beloved by regulars.
- **Happy hour worth planning for** — Daily happy hour draws crowds for discounted drinks and a lively sunset vibe.
- **Live music and patio** — Guests are greeted by live music and a spacious outdoor patio on arrival.
- **Creative Hawaiian menu** — Dishes like kalua pork pizza and saimin reflect a bold local-American food identity.

## FAQ
### Where is Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea located?
Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea is located at 10 Wailea Gateway Place, Unit B-201, Kihei, HI 96753.

### What are the hours for Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea?
Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea is open every day from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

### What kind of food does Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea serve?
Monkeypod Kitchen serves Hawaiian-American cuisine with a menu that includes fish and chips, saimin, a classic cheeseburger, and kalua pork and pineapple pizza. The kitchen draws on local Hawaiian flavors and pairs the food with a standout craft cocktail program.

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### What do customers love about Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea?
Guests consistently rave about the mai tais, calling them the best on Maui and praising the happy hour as a must-try. Reviewers also highlight the lively atmosphere, live music, and welcoming outdoor patio as standout features of the experience.

### Does Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea have happy hour?
Yes, Monkeypod Kitchen offers a happy hour that is especially popular for its celebrated mai tais and energetic atmosphere. Many guests specifically recommend planning a visit around it.

### Is Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea good for groups and families?
Monkeypod Kitchen is a great fit for family dinners, group hangouts, and casual celebrations. The buzzing energy, live music, and spacious outdoor patio create a welcoming setting for larger tables.

### How can I contact or make a reservation at Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea?
You can call Monkeypod Kitchen - Wailea at (808) 891-2322. To make a reservation online, head to their OpenTable page.

## Reviews
### user_6f509d — 4.3/5 · Apr 26, 2025
Thrilled with the mai thai .. 11 times winner drink from this place

### hannaholds124 — 4.7/5 · Feb 29, 2024
Monkeypod is a delicious Hawaiian restaurant that’s poppin! We walked in to live music and a great vibe and got seated on the outdoor patio.

There weren’t as many gluten free options as I hoped BUT our server was super knowledgeable about gf.

We were hungry and started off with the wood-roasted chicken wings. Omg these were to DIE for. For my entree I ordered the organic macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi. It was delicious but not $48 delicious. Great experience! #LeapEats

### elmo — 5.0/5 · Mar 20, 2025
Best mai tais in Maui! Especially during happy hour ☀️

### tdawg — 5.0/5 · Mar 24, 2025
Try out the Happy Hour!

### diiiiamond — 5.0/5 · Sep 6, 2024
The Mai tais here are the best!! We got the fish & chips, saimin, cheeseburger & kalua pork & pineapple pizza