I really want this to be 5 stars but there were just a few minor issues making it a solid 4.5! Were arrived around 5:45 and were seated outside with a full ocean and sunset view as requested. Our waiter was new but did a good job. Our assistant waiter however was outstanding, some of the best service we have ever had. We started with cocktails which is my first complaint. Yes they are $17 which is fine, I am at Spago in Maui. However it must have been about 2 ounces. Look at the picture, I swear I didn't take a sip! We had the sashimi appetizer which was big eye tuna and hamachi, absolutely delicious. The fish was so fresh it was like butter melting in your mouth. For entrees we ordered the ribeye and "chinios" lamb chops. Both were cooked to perfection. The rib eye had just enough marbling and the lamb chops were very tender and flavorful. Here is my next little complaint, they had 3 options for sides Friday night. All three were vegetables, very strange. No baked potato, no mashed potato, no fries, no lobster mac, nothing...all veggies. They did have several dessert options which always make me happy. We decided on the "Sticky Icky" which is a date cake with ice cream. It was okay, a little dry and nothing spectacular. Overall it was a fantastic dining experience with an incredible view of the ocean and sunset. I will definitely return when back in Maui. ATTN SPAGO: I hope you are reading these reviews. Our assistant waiter Jansen provided us with some of the best service we have ever received in a restaurant. I felt like my best friend or brother was serving me. Warm, friendly but very professional. He needs to be promoted to waiter ASAP.
(4)
Rob T.
We made a booking here, with hesitation. We were staying at Four Seasons for 3 nights. After 8 nights in Lahaina at a private estate with 12 other family members, this was the true start of our Honeymoon. We turned in our rental car, and pledged not to leave the resort for 3 days! There were some unfavourable reviews for Spago, but we left it up to our concierge to decide where to start out our stay, knowing this dinner would set the mood for all of our dining at Four Seasons. WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED! Our receipt says that SMEGHAN was out server, I assume it's Meghan S. She was wonderful. Friendly, helpful, attentive. A true hospitality worker. We started with a cocktail each. Hot Legs, and the Locked and Loaded. Both just beautiful drinks! I love a cocktail that shows skill and effort! For Entre we had the signature cones and the ceviche. Both delicious. For Mains we both had off the menu specials. Neither disappointed. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Having had cocktails, we shared a half bottle of wine, just to accompany our mains. We shared the Truffle Cake for dessert. All up, it was $300, and we found this reasonable considering ambiance, location, service, and quality, We would go back, so we're glad we took the chance despite some mixed reviews online.
(5)
Wil F.
How anyone could rate this under five stars ins beyond me. Easily one of if not the best dinner of my life. Must visit. Excellent service and excellent food
(5)
Bill A.
I'm not sure why most of the resorts on Maui have subpar restaurants but this fits the mold. The view is exceptional but the food was just ok. So I give the view a 5 star rating, the food super expensive and just ok. We used Yelp a lot on this trip and ate at so many fantastic spots, but this one was $230 for a party of 3, and literally I like the food better at Da Kitchen. Sad but true!
Seriously ... great choices, fantastic views ... And AWESOME service. A great place to celebrate life on Maui. A must go - at least once. Maybe twice. Sunset views are beautiful here if you time it right!
(5)
Oliver V.
This place is fantastic. The food is top notch but it's the service and sunset is what makes it memorable. I recommend getting a 5:30 or 6:00 pm reservation so you can see the sunset. Totally worth it.
(4)
Penny M.
I had been wanting to go to Spago for a long time. I had a steak and seafood risotto. It was good but not what I was expecting from such a high end establishment. Felt a bit like hotel food and would have preferred a small joint with local food. I had high hopes but it didn't quite deliver what I was expecting. Again, not a bad meal, just not exceptional. The view was really good though. I'd probably go to Mama's Fish House before there again. When you pay those prices, you want to be blown away.
(3)
Annie H.
It has taken me a few months to write this review because I've been that angry about how awful our Thanksgiving dinner at Spago was. We had eaten dinner here back in 2010 and had a fantastic time with great food and service and was looking forward to another. We had made reservations on OpenTable and arrived on time, and were seated. The meal went downhill from there. We were routinely ignored, from the servers refilling our water glass to the man doling out bread. There was one onion bread left when he served us and he said he'd come back with more. He came back all right, but served everyone else around us, and we never did receive any more onion bread. It was hot in the room and the atmosphere in our section was generally hectic, as if the regular chef and staff were off for Thanksgiving day and the backups were struggling in their absence. I ordered the ribeye medium and my boyfriend ordered the ahi. About ten minutes later, I received the ribeye and they brought my boyfriend the Thanksgiving special, with turkey, stuffing, the works. He told them that wasn't what he had ordered and they took it away. I was about to spear a piece of ribeye with my fork when the server came back and whisked it away from me, my fork in mid-air. There was a couple sitting next to us with their two children and they happened to be in the restroom when this happened. Once they returned to their table, the entrees that had originally came to us were delivered to them. They probably just sat them under heat lamps for a few minutes and then brought them back out. I could have eaten a piece of ribeye and they probably wouldn't have noticed. About 35-40 minutes later, our food finally came. My ribeye was extremely under, and I ate the outside slices first and gingerly made my way into the middle. My boyfriend's ahi was cold but we had been waiting for so long that we didn't want our Thanksgiving dinner to get worse and so we didn't send our food back. It's not like anyone checked in with us to ask how our food was or how we were doing. I could only eat half of my ribeye and I've never left steak uneaten on my plate but the center slices were completely bloody. It was only after our neighbors had finished that we figured out what had happened. Apparently the husband saw me cringing as I poked my ribeye and he realized that they had given the medium rare ribeye his wife had ordered to ME, and my medium ribeye to HER. She had complained hers was overcooked and mine was under. At that point, I had eaten half the ribeye, which was $60 or whatever, and I didn't exactly want a new entree. The manager (or assistant manager) came out and apologized to both our tables, but by then the damage was done. They did not comp my ribeye, though they did offer us free desserts. I appreciated the offer but all of the desserts were actually really bad. I hate pumpkin spice-flavored items and there was a pumpkin item, and something cranberry. None of them made up for my undercooked, rare steak and the grim Thanksgiving meal overall. Our bill was $215.31 and to add insult upon injury, they did not credit me my 100 OpenTable dining points for eating there. Thanks for ruining my Thanksgiving dinner, Spago!
(2)
David O.
Had a lovely dinner there last night with my husband. One thing that bothered us was how salty the dishes were but overall the experience was good. Why 4 and not 5 stars? Hostess was rude to us upon arrival , although we had made reservations for a table with a sunset view we were seated in back and when confronted she gave us a very annoyed attitude but finally moved us.( whatever....) when we asked the waiter why the food was so salty,we were told that was bc of the "Italian nature "of the dish/es we ordered the chef uses a lot of salt,really?!! Came here the second night and enjoyed an amazing dinner again and the service was just fab!! Upgraded to well deserved 5 stars . Worth the money spent .
(5)
Jeff K.
I'm certainly no stranger to pricey restaurants -- and obviously I'm aware that "island pricing" is always a factor in Hawaii -- but I don't think I've seen menu prices *this* high anywhere outside of the realm of high-end Manhattan restaurants. If I'm paying close to $30 for a freakin' *appetizer* and $42 for freakin *chicken*, I expect both the food and service to be as close to perfect as it gets. Unfortunately, neither appears to be the case here. On a recent outing, we first had to wait 20 minutes for a table -- despite having a reservation. After ordering, we had to wait over 30 minutes for our entrees to arrive (at these prices, we decided to forgo apps). *No* excuse for that considering we were dining comparatively late in the evening. Finally, our entrees tasted great but were served at temperatures too hot to eat. No bueno. All of the above would be totally forgivable at a place with prices about 50% less than Spago's, and I'd be giving it four, or possibly, five stars otherwise. But not at these prices, and not with so many other excellent eateries within a ten-minute drive. (Speaking of driving, at least the valet parking was free.)
(2)
Dave M.
This place was amazing. The professionalism and service was amazing from beginning to end. Our waiter Jeb was very helpful and professional. He and another lady helped us through the whole experience. We had the lettuce cups ($28), which had 3 lettuce wraps with the meat and toppings already prepared. We had the seared ahi ($47?) and the mahi mahi ($46ish?). Both were very good and well presented. We were sat outside by the pool to enjoy the sunset. Everything was pleasant. It's worth a try even if it's outside your price range.
Worth every penny you'll spend. This was an awesome meal!!! The service the food the atmosphere. Everything about spago was amazing!!! The food truly was incredible. Greeted by name David was so nice and spent time going over every detail on the menu and trying to pair your taste buds with something they had. Awesome truly awesome. Go and you won't have a single regret!!
(5)
JH H.
This was the best restaurant we ate at in Maui - hands down. We both started with cocktails. My boyfriend ordered the "indecent exposure" which was great - tequila, hint of mezcal, cilantro, jalapeno - delicious. We had the Ahi cones and a butterfish appetizer that was fantastic, but the stunners were the entrees. My boyfriend ordered the lamb chops (which, at $60+ are one of the more expensive entrees we've ordered), and I ordered the Thai fish curry. The lamb chops were insane, and I don't even like lamb much. They were so caramelized on the outside and yet so tender on the inside! I was hesitant at first to order the curry since it SEEMS like a dish (in concept) that you can order at any Thai restaurant. This dish had the most flavorful broth I've ever had - really amazing. You could taste all of the individual flavors and the resulting flavor was somehow better than the sum of its parts. The fish was cooked perfectly. Dessert was nothing particularly special (we got a vanilla custard of some sort), but some of the other options that sounded interesting were off the table (my boyfriend is gluten intolerant). My only gripe? I requested a sunset view and we were one of the only tables (of the early reservations - 5:45pm) seated with a full view of the pool. That being said, there are no ceiling fans on the deck, so if you are in direct sunlight it looked really uncomfortably warm. It ended up being sort of a blessing, but I was a little jealous we didn't get a great view (the structure of the deck is such that there are giant columns obstructing the sunset in certain areas). I didn't complain or anything, but maybe something to mention/remind the hostess of when you check in (or clarify that you want a full, unobstructed sunset view when you make the rez? I don't think you can go wrong here!
(5)
Hala L.
I really enjoyed the red sauce pasta, the aho tuna cones, and I loved my fish red curry dish. They also have different soups, my favourite was the potato maui onion soup.
(4)
Jon G.
Fantastic food and service. We started with the Poke appetizers and the potstickers. Both were absolutely amazing. We followed with the Ahi tuna main course and it was pre-paired perfectly. The wine list has some great selections with some hidden gems.
(5)
Nichole D.
Amazing food and fantastic service. A definite must try is the pot stickers they are the best I have ever had!
(5)
Tana S.
A couple we were vacationing with said we have to go here for dinner. Let's start with the exceptional service. All The girls were cold and they brought over shawls for us !!! Then we ordered and I got the THAI SEAFOOD & PINEAPPLE-COCONUT RED CURRY! So delicious !!!! My husband got the monchong and loved it as well. You cannot go wrong eating anything on the is menu.
(5)
Steph J.
I had high hopes for this place. I mean, isn't this the place that celebrities go to in Cali? It's located in a five star hotel so maybe my expectations were unrealistic. But if I'm going to pay a lot of money for a fine dining experience, I don't think it's okay that we waited 45 minutes from the time they picked up our appetizer plates until our entrees arrived. I also don't think it's okay for the server to bang my friend's head with the plate when our entrees were finally brought over and the server didn't even notice. It also wasn't okay that they placed the wrong food in front of the wrong people because they couldn't keep track of what was ordered by each person. It definitely was not okay that four out of six people had salty fish and each of us only had one bite and were gun-shy to order anything else because we didn't want to wait another 45 minutes. Yes, the manager came by to apologize and yes, they offered to comp us some things after we let him know how we felt but it was also not okay that we waited another 20 minutes to get our dessert. Yes, the server apologized and let us know that it was a rough night and it wasn't just our table that had challenges. Yes, she told us they were overworked because they haven't had days off because it's been crazy and they had 600 covers the night prior. Really?! Communication could've been better throughout the dinner service and how busy it was the night prior wasn't my concern. What if this night was one of the nights on a vacation that I saved my entire life for and this is the experience I had? I'd be truly disappointed. The only reason I didn't give it only 1 star was because, to me, that's the kiss of death. That's the, "I'm not even willing to go back to this particular place (or chain) ever again." Despite, what I have to say, was the worst service I've ever received for a fine dining establishment, I'm willing to give them another shot to see if it was a fluke or not. I'm in no hurry to return so just when the memory has faded, I'll vaguely recall that I've been here before and hope for the best.
(2)
Mia W.
We only came for dessert, but this restaurant still managed to impress us. There was a solid selection of teas and coffees, but we ordered the flaming pineapple, which was pretty expensive, but that's expected for any Four Seasons restaurant, and the experience was definitely worth it. Our server lit some sugar on fire for us to cook the chunk of pineapple on, plus there was pineapple sorbet, banana bread, mango mousse, and sweet rum sauce on the side. Very cool idea.
(4)
Neera P.
My experience here was absolutely amazing from beginning to end. The views from the restaurant are breathtaking. Our waiter was very helpful, informative, and on it! :) Our food was perfect. I will definitely be coming back here.
(5)
David O.
Food not so good, table service lacking, drink service lacking, drinks short on volume, appetizer sent back, water service lacking, impressive menu but lacking choice, entree service took forever, entree was very good once it arrived, lower rating because I expect a lot more from a restaurant of this caliper. Recommend you go to Duo downstairs for an outstanding dining experience - been there several times and always excellent.
(3)
Yvonne F.
Excellent meal! I had the Thai Chicken and Russ had the pork special, and I'm gonna tell you... One of the best meals we ever had. Also, the Maui onion bread was awesome, soft and moist! OMG! The views are spectacular too!
(5)
Raymond H.
Here is the report card on this visit to Spago. UPCOUNTRY GREENS WITH ROASTED BEETS AND HEARTS OF PALM Sweet Tomatoes, Island Goat-Feta, Maui Onions and Balsamic Vinaigrette = ( B- ) 8oz "WAGYU /ANGUS" NEW YORK SIRLOIN - Not so good - ( D- ) It came to the table cold as cold can be. How does this happen? I'll tell you...too busy not enough staff on hand and a totally clueless manager walking around doing nothing both of our NY's sat and sat and sat while we poured our own wine and waited for water refills. Once we flagged down the female manager and told he the situation, she made a rude comment of " I guess I can throw it back on the grill and make it more to your liking". More to my liking?? I thought to myself...It was as cold for goodness sakes, is it supposed it be? She came back a few minutes later and said she heated it up, it was warmer but not hot like it should be, we just ate it and got the hell out of there. No apologies. I must mention the server was very polite and a fine gentlemen. He is not at fault, the manager on duty was. No support system was there. The next morning I woke up and under the hotel room door at the four seasons was a pre-written form letter, with no specifics about my experience, they had simply added my name to it. It said if I had further issues with my dining experience to contact the GM of the restaurant and they are sorry for ??. That was totally lame and made the poor experience even worse, that was a tacky reminder how they flubbed my experience and had nothing to offer. They should have just removed the steaks from the bill as they were not edible the first time they came out. I was not impressed, but I will perhaps give another try next time to see if they are better than the night I was there. Views are fantastic
(3)
Jennifer W.
Complete perfection in a restaurant. I have never had anything but an incredible meal and wonderful service here. Wolfgang Puck himself was at the restaurant when I went this year and he took the time to go around and talk to each table. He could not have been nicer or more down to earth. I will keep coming back here whenever I go to Maui.... Food highlights: bread basket, fish curry
(5)
Mike W.
Service was impeccable. Food however was not good. I never send food back, but they convinced me they could make my dry fish perfect. Second attempt turned into sashimi and third attempt was cooked just right, but still the worst meal I had on my 12 day trip. There's definitely better places in Wailea to eat. They did comp my meal, added a free cocktail, and offer a free desert which was the right thing to do. Still not worth it though.
(2)
John D.
We went here for my birthday and it was very well done. Good job guys with your service and food. I enjoyed the outdoor seating overlooking the pool and took our time to enjoy the rest of the evening. Waiter knew exactly when to check on us and asked the right kind of questions. Should have gotten his name to post on here to give him some 'bonus'. Enjoyed the creativity of the dish layout and more importantly the taste was superb. I had Tuna and my wife had salmon. Sorry for not providing accurate 'dish' name. I made a vowed to myself to start yelping more often because I enjoy using Yelp to find the 'best' choice restuarants.
(5)
Rhondi S.
Great ambiance, decor, service...oh and the food, all i can say is wow! Wolfgang has certainly embraced all of the unique and fresh ingredients of the Islands to create fresh, Asian fusion fare - awesome combination of mouthwatering fresh ingredients, a pallet of artistically and culinary plate creations that are sensory and flavor explosions. We started with the Amuse bouche of a warm lemongrass coconut soup, with a cilantro oil drizzle -- soooo well balanced of flavors, heat, sweet and fresh cilantro hint. I had the Thai red curry mahi mahi and Ono, so fresh is the fish that is moist and perfectly cooked; the Thai red curry is an explosion of flavors in your mouth of hints of coconut, lemongrass, kaffir, savory and a hint of heat -- yum! it came with a delicious trio of sauces: chutney of pineapple/spices, cilantro cream, red chili sauce with fresh herbs, served with an aromatic jasmine brown rice Husband had the pork chop pineapple glaze with sweet potatoes and yams. He said it was moist, seasoned well and spiced so well. There was also a Whole fried Opakapaka, being served at next table with fresh herbs and a soy dipping sauce for two - will have to come back for that. They had an assortment of assorted sorbets, lychee, coconut, mango, passion fruit - that looked absolutely fabulous, but we were too full to try (sorry!) The service was excellent, servers are very knowledgeable on the food preparations, spices, flavors of every dish - on wine pairings, etc. Our table overlooked the Maui ocean sunset of Wailea with warm breezes lofting through the restaurant -- Aaahhhh, paradise at it's best (well, would have been wonderful if Wolfgang came to our table, but eh, he has 20 other restaurants to tend to and create!)
(5)
William B.
First real night out dining in Maui and Spago's delivered!!! The crispy, Mahi with the green curry appetizer was perfect for two. But the entrees were even more special!! The menu changes daily, but if they are offering the sashimi grade tuna and/or the Mahi and curry sauce...don't think! Jump at both!! And if you're lucky to get Kainoa as your server, your experience will be even better. Just ignore the final price tag. Can't give it 7 stars so I'll only give it 5.
(5)
K F.
Delicious salad with hearts of palm and the best green curry monchong ever! The views of the sunset were so romantic. Outstanding atmosphere and food for a fabulous dining experience!
(5)
Nichole G.
This place is AWESOME!!!! The food was delicious!! The ambience was perfect and the view was simply amazing!!! The staff were super attentive and helpful... I will definitely be back!!
We have been visiting this restaurant annually for the last decade. It is our favorite of all Wolfgang Puck's restaurants and it is just as exciting today as it was when we first visited. The food is delicious, creative, and boldly flavored. The service is impeccable and warm. The setting is breathtaking, particularly at sunset. And the ambience (including Puck's famous mix of classic rock favorites) cannot be beat. Spago deserves particular praise for balancing fine dining sensibilities with kid-friendliness. On our our most recent visit, we brought along three kids, from toddler to pre-teen. All three loved their dinners. The youngest, after devouring his line-caught mahi mahi and rice fell fast asleep. Moments later, out waiter had set up a bed composed of two soft-cushioned chairs that fit together in the shape of a perfect bassinet. The rest of us could then finish our dinner and dessert while the little one slept peacefully. Amazingly thoughtful! Speaking of dessert, don't miss the trio of house-spun sorbets. The coconut lime is especially memorable!
(5)
Stephanie S.
Food was mediocre. Everything tasted pretty meh. Risotto was severely underdone. They had to be reminded 3 times that we were celebrating a birthday, which was a little ridiculous, given that this is supposed to be one of the nicest restaurants in Maui. Be prepared to spend $$$$.
(2)
Aaron B.
I'll get to the point - the food was exquisite, the service from Peter on matching wine with food greatly enhanced the food and fun, and the attention on our children also greatly appreciated. 5/5 easily. We dined here on the 13th July 2014, a guest of the neighbouring Grand Wailea hotel. Reservations made online through their website. We were seated at 5:45 (early dinner due to three young children), and outside on the picturesque deck. It was pretty breezy wind, but apart from a flying kids crayon picture, no problems. Our waiter, Peter, went out of his way to make us feel comfortable. His advice on matching wines to meals was superb. His staff were efficient on bread, napkin, water and other duties. I had the ahi tuna ceviche which was outstanding. My rib eye steak was gloriously cooked medium rare and was likewise excellent. My wife had the corn risotto, which she said was the best she ever had, followed by the duck which she also loved. I had the cheese for dessert, and my boy which turned 5 got a nice small cake with chocolate writing on the plate wishing him a happy birthday. Just great! But here's the best part of all, the children's meals were also epic. This is not a restaurant that diminishes the experience of children, it has smaller and less fussy meals, but their steak was just a smaller serving of mine! Don't be afraid to bring your children here because they are welcome and will be fussed over. And they will love the food. One minor hiccup, a mixup in the kitchen meant children got served 10 mins after my wife and I, but the Spago team went out of their way to put things right by offering my wife and I an extra "tasting" of a dish with their complements. I loved our night out at Spago, and will gladly return the next time we come to Maui.
(5)
Darren K.
So we almost didn't go after reading a few reviews here about service, VFM, and overall experience. However, we couldn't get anything else on late notice so we went. I am going to review this based on areas of concern I read. Ambiance / Noise: it is definitely not quiet. But nothing really has been in Maui and I didn't feel it was a big deal. It's not loud from music but is from just chatter around you. Hardly something to be concerned with. Portion size: there were 3 of us at dinner and we all left full. Are they huge? No, but this is Spago and not the Cheesecake Factory. I eat at a lot of pricey restaurants and the portions were on par. In fact, the chicken and the calamari were both huge. I had the fish red curry and the cones and I left full. Value for Money: I was not concerned in the least. Great food and I left full. What more could I want? Service: Fantastic. Someone commented on bread size / availability. Both were perfect. She just kept coming and we had to turn her away. Overall it was a great night and all the tables around me seemed happy. It was Valentine's so it was busy and they did a great job.
(4)
Jeremy G.
The Four Seasons is a beautiful resort, there's no doubt about that. We decided to eat at one of their high end eateries rather than in our own hotel. The first thing that struck me was how slow the service was for a high end restaurant. It wasn't just our waitress who was slow but everyone we interacted with. It took around 10 minutes to get a menu and then another 10 minutes for someone to ask for our drink orders and another 10 minutes for the waitress to come back to take our food order. By the time she'd taken the food order the drinks still hasn't turned up. I think the problem was there was too much chit chat going on with the larger (i.e. bigger tipping) tables. Anyway, I ordered the fabled miso waffle tuna cones to start - I'd seen them mentioned a few times in reviews. I was really quite underwhelmed by them - the taste of the miso cone really overpowered the tuna. When I scraped out the contents of one of the cone to try it without the cone I thought the tuna was bland and uninteresting. A definite thumbs down for the tuna cones from me. We ordered the ribeye steak (which was not bad at all and the only reason that I give this venue a 3 stars over 2) and the curry. The steak was cooked the way that Bobby Flay does steak in his steak places, a little charred on the outside and with some sort of rub. The curry was also pretty good but way overpriced for what it was. A so so dining experience that didn't represent hue value for money.
(3)
Timothy M.
Another great meal. Special graduation meal. Wagu steak not cheap but oh so good. Great dessert. Excellent sommelier recommendation for a 2006 Barolo what's not to like about Spago. Live a little enjoy yourself. This place is the best.
(4)
Adam B.
Lamb chops were delicious as were the ahi cones appetizer. Ceviche appetizer was just OK. Nice views.
(4)
Shawn T.
Free Range Chicken is honestly the tastiest & most flavorful Chicken dish I've ever had in my life, always moist and delicious! Their rib-eye steak is also very good, hard to find fault with the quality of their steaks here. BONUS: with a local Hawaii State ID, you can get a kamaaina special where you buy one dish and get one of equal or lesser value FREE! They automatically include the tip when you invoke this special, but who cares, the waiters here are exceptionally good at their jobs and deserve a quality tip anyway...
(5)
Bailey P.
Done, done, done with the overrated celebrity restaurants. Dined here out of convenience because we were staying at the 4 seasons. I would have rather driven hours away for food we would have enjoyed. The hit or miss yelp reviews and half empty restaurant (at prime dinner time) should have been enough of a warning sign to turn around and try somewhere else; however, we decided to give it a try, I mean it's Wolfgang Puck's restaurant, it's gotta be decent right...? WRONG! Appetizer: What will be memorable about the "fameous" ahi tuna cones, is that they immediately sent my wife to the restroom ill. We have eaten a ton of ahi so far in Hawaii and this was by far the worst, I would have no problem finding fresher and better in NJ, sadly. Main course: Presentation of our dishes were nice but that's where it ends. Both dishes were extremely bland and underwhelming. My wife, who loves fine dining, actually said she'd rather go to subway for a turkey sandwich then finish her meal. As ridiculous as that sounds, I have to agree. The only complement I can give is to our server. He was friendly and knowledgable. Not his fault the food was a major disappointment. Actually the bread was very good, best part of our meal, as sad as that is. We have absolutely loved everything about the four seasons, except our experience at Spago. Please save your time and money and try one of the other restaurants at this amazing hotel. Thank you Spago (and Wolfgang Puck) for the least enjoyable meal of our honeymoon.
(1)
Foodie S.
This was my worst dining experience of the two weeks that I was in Hawaii. Yes, the food at the luau we went to was better and I'm not a fan of buffets. We made reservations months before so that we could have a good view of the sunset. They told us that we would be assigned a table when we get there so we made 5:30 reservations and got there early as we were told so we could get the best table. They weren't seating yet so a waitress asked us for cocktails. I ordered a beer and she asked for ID. Now, I normally feel good when I get asked for ID but I was a hotel guest for a couple days and I didn't need my ID once. I was 29 at the time, 6'6" and 250 pounds; I don't get confused for a 21 year old. That night I left everything in the room because we just charge the meal to the room. The waitress made me go back to my room to get my id which took 15 minutes because the property is large. I don't mind that because she is just doing her job but by the time i got back, people were seated and we didn't get the "best" table. We didn't even get one of the first tables by the sunset. I said something to the hostess and she said she didn't realize and that she was sorry. There were only like 7 couples there at that time; its not paying attention to details like this that drive me crazy. On top of that, we were rushed out of there so we saw the sunset on the beach. We started with a Kobe Beef bolognese which I thought was weird for an app but I can't turn down anything with Kobe beef. Well now I realize there is no reason to put Kobe beef in this dish..just a waste of money. I posted a pic of this dish, it was very very oily and I think this is what gave me a stomachache that night. For dinner we had Monchong and filet. This was the third time I had monchong on the trip; it was delicious the last two times but it was horrible at Spago. Way too dry. I even had monchong at a local dive in Kauai for a third of the price and that restaurant blew Spago away. The filet was nothing special. I loved my time at Four Seasons but the food there was nothing special and Spago is part of the problem.
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Kimberly C.
My husband and I ate here on our last night in Maui before heading to the airport. Our waiter was very accommodating and made sure our food came out fast! We were seated in a sweetheart table with the perfect view of the ocean. I think it was the only table in the restaurant that directly faced the ocean! We ordered the loco moco for an appetizer and it was delicious! It was a more upscale version of the local's favorite. For our meals, I had the crispy duck and my husband had the steak. One of the servers brought out a whole duck to the table and asked if it was okay before slicing/preparing half of the duck for my meal. The duck was the best duck I've ever eaten! The skin was crisp to perfection and the meat was so tender. (It came with vegetables and rice.) And this comes from a Chinese girl who has eaten A LOT of duck in her life! Oh my gosh, just thinking about the duck is making my mouth water. For dessert, we had the smores. I thought it was small since I'm used to generous portions of dessert, but the presentation was gorgeous and it was a perfect way to end our meal. =)
Great service and super cocktail and wine service. Superb basil pesto risotto with Kauia shrimp, lamb and swordfish . Will return in 3 days
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Rex H.
Wonderful restaurant located at the Four Seasons. We took our kids to this restaurant, nice staff but they could be a bit warmer and friendlier, when the kids got cold outside they were nice to bring over shawls. The food was very good and it has a kids menu; I had the fish catch of the day and my veg wife has the pasta. We finished with the tiramisu and the kids has kids desserts which worked out well. You can view the wine or drinks from an iPad menu which was a nice touch, and the food menu comes with lights inside the menu to help read it in the dark.
(5)
Joe E.
I made reservations at Spago for dinner around sunset. The views are amazing. The Four Seasons hotel is gorgeous and the restaurant is very beautiful and romantic. We were seated right away. Staff was very attentive and nice. I also really like their selection of breads. I recommend to try all of them. I really liked there olive bread. For Starters we ordered the Spicy `Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones which I felt were a little too spicy but were ok. And for our entree's my wife ordered the Grilled Mahi-mahi with Pineapple ($47) and I ordered the Lava Rock Steak ($67) The Mahi-Mahi although was a little too spicy it was actually really good and cooked well. The Lava rock Steak on the other hand was probably one of the worse steaks I've ever had in my life. It was charred and way over cooked and dry. (I ordered it medium) I never had to send a dish back in my life and I was a little apprehensive to ask the server to send it back but for $67 it better be one of the best steaks of my life. I told her the issue and she was very nice and apologize even though I know it wasn't her fault she offered to have the chef cook another one. I settled on the Mahi-Mahi instead which was good. Ultimately the service, views and ambiance of the restaurant are 5 stars but food and quality just doesn't justify the price. Would I come back? Maybe???
Decent meal. Not quite up to the standards we're used to at other Four Seasons hotels but it was ok. One pet peeve I have about wine service. If the menu shows a bottle of 2001 and you bring me a 2003, at the very least you should politely share that information with me before delivering the wrong year. I also feel that if its a younger or lower quality vintage, you should offer to reduce the price. One last thing... A restaurant should change the wine list as soon as they run out of a vintage as quickly as possible. I would bet money that if I go back to this restaurant in two months, the menu will still reflect the discontinued vintage. I hope that not only this restaurant but all restaurants change this practice, as it is wrong. Special Features: Good for Groups, Great for Outdoor Dining, Scenic View, Hot Spot
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Marc K.
Been here a few times at various stays on Maui. Overall the restaurant is a five star restaurant, but every once in a while you get a waiter that just is not five star. On my last visit there, the waiter just had no personality. No eye contact. No smile. Just down to business. Now, when you're getting a meal at Spago, you expect some personality with your waiter or waitress, at least I do. Food quality is always good. I liked their old bread baskets that they used to put on the table with all different kinds of bread. Now they come around and offer them to you off of a tray. Similar breads, but I just liked having the entire basket on the table. I'll keep going back and hopefully get the waiters and waitresses that stand out!
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Beau G.
Get the lamb chops. If you are looking for a first class experience go to the Maui Four Seasons Spago. Its as amazing as it sounds.
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Michelle B.
Dinner last night amazing..... Delicious Bolognese and Pink Snapper... 8 oz Wagyu Sirloin to die for. Great upscale beautiful restaurant with amazing views...But bring the bank, which is typical at Four Seasons!
(4)
George B.
All I have to say is that I'm picky when it comes to meals over $300. This place is worth it. I can't say much else except they are just amazing. The menu changes daily. I will be back.
(5)
Juliana K.
I can confidently say that I ate one of my best dinners at Spago. We made reservations and were luckily seated at one of the best seats in the house - on the outside patio facing the gorgeous ocean, with a perfect view of the sunset. I quickly noticed that the service was impeccable. I could not believe how on top of everything they were. The wine was great and the food was even better. Starters: Our server quickly brought out an amuse-bouche from the chef which was a delicious tomato bisque. Later, one of the friendliest servers there, Alfredo, comes to our table to offer a platter of bread options. Try the caramelized onion bread!! I would come back JUST for that. Seriously, it was THAT good. Don't skip the bread. Indulge. Appetizers: Spicy Ahi Tuna Cones: We ordered these based on the Yelp highlight and I was really glad we did. They were awesome! Order them! Hawaiian Walu "Loco Moco": Micro greens and sesame aioli served with walu which is similar to butterfish. This was really good and full of flavor. I would definitely recommend both of these appetizers! Main Courses: Grilled Lamb Chops: This dish was amazing!! The lamb is served with peas and a chili-mint vinaigrette which is amazing and gives it a thai-ish flavor. 8oz Wagyu/Angus New York Sirloin: This dish was also really good, but I assume there are other main courses that are much better. Dessert: Pineapple Cheesecake: It was perfect, creamy, fruity, and flat out delicious. Overall, Spago provided an exceptional dining experience from start to finish.
(5)
Kristin B.
My husband and I enjoyed a magnificent meal at Spago last year when we came to Maui, so I knew we had to go again on our Valentine's Day trip this year. I made the reservations well in advance through Open Table and requested an ocean view table for our 5:30 reservation. If you go when they open at 5:30, you have a better chance of getting a fantastic table with an amazing view. You can also ask for the prix fixe menu at the host stand when they are seating you, and they will include the 3 course $49 menu as an option as long as it is before 6 p.m. They will not offer it unless you ask, so be sure to ask, as it is a great deal and it has many menu items that are on the regular menu. We enjoyed phenomenal service from Kate, our professional, knowledgeable, and friendly server. She greeted us promptly and made us feel welcome. After ordering water (we don't drink alcohol), we were still made to feel special throughout the night, unlike other restaurants. The bread selection was wonderful as it always is at Wolfgang restaurants. The bread and water server was also such a nice guy. Kate timed our meal perfectly, which is a rarity in Hawaii. Each course was perfect! My hubby and I both ordered from the prix fixe, but I also asked if I could order a tomato salad not shown on the menu but I had remembered from our last visit. Kate asked the chef, and they were happy to make me the truly incredible salad that I had remembered, in addition to our 3 course meals. Besides the tomato salad, I had lemon linguini appetizer (fabulous), a snapper fish dish with lemon and capers (wow!), hubby had a green salad, curry, tofu, and fish dish (love!), and we both had chocolate lava cakes with sensational Hana banana ice cream which was out of this world! We also ordered the Rusty french press coffee and loved it! The food, service, and view were absolute heaven! Spago is by far the best restaurant on Maui and should not be missed. We are staying at the Ritz Carlton Kapalua on our trip, but we knew we had to drive to Wailea for our special dinner at Spago. We have been to Roy's, Lahaina Grill, Duo, Ferraro's, and many other places, but Spago outshines them all. Thanks, Kate for another enchanting evening at Spago Wailea!
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Christine T.
I've had a one star night here before and I've had a five star night here before. I'm averaging to three because you don't just get over an $80 piece of meat being served at the wrong temperature twice. Bottom line: when you order it medium and it comes out rare, then send it back and it still comes back rare, there should be apologies and it should be comped. Instead, on the particular evening that I'm still trying to get over, the waiter acted as if it was my issue. No, it's not and I'm at Spago. The general manager was completely indifferent about it and it has stuck with me for some time. I have been back since and had great meals (never ordered the kobe again) with great food and great service. But, I'm bitter still. Did I mention that the steak was not comped? I'm working through it and I will get there....
Just ok -- everything was too salty and/or too sweet. Definitely made for a Midwest palette. Huge portions, lots of bread and butter. Service was generally good but it seemed like there were too many tables per waitress, so it took a while to someone's attention. Their handcrafted cocktails are all sugar -- order without simple syrup and they'll be amazing. Same goes for the red curry...it was like seafood pancake syrup over rice. Great aromatics though! Not worth the hefty price tag, though there are only two other places to go have dinner here at the Four Seasons.
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jay d.
At the 4 seasons next door to our hotel for honeymoon, the Fairmont kea lani. Cocktails were outstanding, service was off the charts attentive and knowledgeable. My wife's fish stew was amazing. It was a wonderful meal. It is expensive and feels a bit stuffy but it is a great splurge.
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Darrell P.
First off this is Maui so everything is relatively expensive. Then add Spago's is a Wolfgang Puck restaurant at the Four Seasons so anyone complaining about price here maybe not the brightest bulb on the tree. If you are on a budget go elsewhere and you'll be happier. With that out of the way the food and wine selection were excellent. Also the fresh bread selection was fantastic but be warned - don't have too much as tempting as it may be or you'll have no room for everything else. Highly recommend the spicy Thai tuna sashimi, double cut pork chops and the mahi mahi. All expertly prepared and presented. Good wine selection and very attentive service made for a memorable meal. Will be back during our next stay at the Four Seasons.
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jody k.
Auto pilot. We had dinner at spago...nice two top overlooking the ocean, just the wife and I. We basically let our cute, knowledgeable waitress choose our meal. Of course we reserved veto power but chose not to enforce it. The food was incredible....seafood curry dish with mango chutney - amazing. She nailed it on every account. Everything - wine, dessert, appetizer, service, ambiance was great. I even caught the Rolling Stones as the dinner music - not what I expected on the beachfront in Maui. Like everything else, I went with it and it was awesome.
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Elizabeth D.
Don't get me wrong, the flavors and quality of every dish my husband and I had at Spago was excellent. But the portions were tiny and frankly overpriced. I say this having dined at several of Maui's most expensive restaurants over the past few nights- all excellent, pricy, and leaving me feeling like I just enjoyed myself. Spago, on the other hand, made me feel like I should've taken a cue from the lady at the table behind us and hoarded bread piece by tiny piece every time they came around. Ultimately, you have so many more memorable and distinctive options on this lovely island, and I would recommend you take them.
(3)
Matthew M.
Maybe I just wasn't in the mood for the food we ordered but I was not fully impressed with Spago. I can see why people would rate this place high, great view, decent menu and nice atmosphere but I wasn't impressed at all. I'm giving it three stars based on the ocean view and nothing more. The food was sub par at best, lobster bisque wasn't great, and the mahi mahi was a bit dry. The only thing that was decent was my daughters cheese pizza which they were kind enough to add pineapple to. Maybe it was an off night but with so many options in Maui I doubt I'll be back.
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Meghna G.
The bread options are great! Amazing lamb chops and huge portions at that with 4 good sized chops with green chutney and snap peas and eggplant. Husband had the chicken which was a bit bland for our taste but still tender and juicy!
(4)
Jorge G.
Amazing dinner experience. Our server Nicole was very attentive and fun! I highly recommend the Lamb. Cant wait to come back again. Aloha
(5)
Sarah B.
The two-star rating is well deserved given the undeserved hype and the outprices for this mediocre food and poor service. The ambiance is lovely, with indoor and outdoor seating, nice lighting and a killer view of the ocean and/or pool. But it felt like service was rushed and happening all around us, rather than for us. Our waiter spoke quickly and made us feel like we were keeping him from something more important. Ordering our food felt like ordering from a car salesman, trying to talk us into appetizers and the most expensive entrees available. Our bread sever, Alfredo, on the other hand, was incredibly friendly and attentive. Once we ordered we waited for about 45 min, and my companion finally spoke up, asking if the food normally takes this long. Our server's response was that, "Yes it does. Everything is made from scratch." Well I'd hope so! The appropriate response to a concerned customer, especially at a place like Spago, would have been to apologize and offer a glass of wine during the wait. When he finally reappeared with our entrees, he admitted they had indeed taken too long and offered dessert on the house. We felt better. But we were sorely disappointed with the food. The pork chop was great but certainly not worthy of its $40 plus price tag. The mahi mahi was very dry and overcooked. The server redeemed himself again by promising to take the mahi mahi off the bill and then later, the second entree as well. He did the right thing. He knew our food and service were completely sub par and comped us for that. Ultimately the wine and dessert were great, but I would feel like a real sucker if we had paid for either entree. Spago redeemed itself by paying for our meals but that is good service recovery, not good service. I would definitely not return nor would I recommend to a friend. Try monkeypod in wailea instead.
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Lawrence C.
I went last night with my wife and another couple. We were really disappointed. The service was okay the view was terrific the food was not good. My fish was way overcooked We had heard about the sushi cones and were anticipating them. They were served at room temperature and smelled like fish. The best entree- My wife had the lamb which was pretty good
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Audney D.
Had a really bad experience but they went out of their way to contact me and make it right. Thanks for caring, there is hope for humanity!
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RJ T.
Been many times and it's a five star experience. Sometimes the food is 5 stars and sometimes 4, but service is very good and the view is amazing at sunset.
(5)
Regina T.
We had a wonderful dinner at Spago on our last night in Maui! We started out with cocktails which were pricey but absolutely delicious. Our chosen appetizer was calamari, which was good but not great and the portion was small given the $21 price tag. Our entrees were just delicious- I had the uku, which had really rich lobster smashed potatoes underneath. The fish was perfectly cooked. My husband had the Mahi Mahi which came with this divine black bean sauce and was served over a bed of Asian vegetables- absolutely divine. Added to the awesome food, our server was absolutely FABULOUS. Were it not for the calamari, we would have given Spago five stars hands down.
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Cheryl L.
Oh WOW! If you go to Maui you have, have, have to go to Spago. It isn't just dinner it is an entire experience. It begins when you drive up to the Four Season. The valets make you feel welcome. The hostess provided a warm welcome. The view is absolutely breathtaking. They seated us on the patio looking out over the ocean. All of the tables are thinner ovals and pushed up against the railing/wall so that no one has their back to the view. The service is exactly what you expect - 5 stars and beyond. Our water glasses were never less than half full. The waiter, Chris, was one of the best waiters I've ever had. Very personable and knowledgeable about each of the items on the menu. The evilness of the night was the bread. They bring around a tray with 6 different kinds of bread and they keep coming and coming and coming. It was hard to choose a favorite but I think that I like the crisp triangles with cheese. Oh screw - I can't pick a favorite, I was on vacation and I pick them all. We elected not to order an appetizer but to save room for dessert. My husband and I both ordered the Thai Seafood & Pineapple-Coconut Red Curry. It had shrimp, Onaga, Mahi-Mahi, Galagal, Kaffir Line, Thai Basil and Green Papaya Salad. This also come with three little dishes of the three sauces. Although perfectly balanced already I promptly dumped all of them in my dish. It also is served with a bowl of white and brown rice. I recently read an article that the third item is the most ordered item on the menu. I re-reviewed the Spago menu and there it is in the third spot. Go figure. Sad panda portion - by the time I finished probably what was an entire loaf of bread and the more than yummy Thai dish I had no room left for dessert. But...Since I had indicated when I made the reservation that we were celebrating our 17th anniversary, which the waiter had mentioned when we first sat down. he brought us a plate of fresh baked cookies with "Happy 17th Anniversary" written on the plate. Now for those of you who are Monty Python fans this is the equivalent the wafer thin mint skit. I couldn't leave without taking one bite from each of the cookies. The rest were boxed up for us to take with us. If I could give Spago - Maui more than 5 stars I certainly would.
(5)
Kiki H.
Unfortunately, Kiki is not impressed. So many things were hyped up about Spago. But our expectations were not met. The service was VERY slow. It took us 25 minutes to get offered bread and get our first drink. The wine list by the glass was also very disappointing. I enjoyed our appetizer of ahi poke cones. Everything was overpriced for the size, but the ahi poke was fresh and I did enjoy it. For my entree, I had the curry. It was meh. A little too spicy (I'll admit, I was warned), and it was overpriced for curry ($45 or something like that. what?!?) It was not worth that price, in my opinion. My dining parter had the tomato soup which he said was good, but he did not enjoy his steak was dry and chewy. For ~$70, you'd expect a steak to not be these things. We had the pancake suffle for dessert. It was nice, but not as great as The Best Thing I Ever Ate made it out to be. Service was slow. I was disappointed. Our meal was very expensive for such a disappointment. I would not go back. :(
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Sharon Y.
Food: 5 stars Service: 6 stars Setting: 6 stars Summary: Better than the Beverly Hills version. Way better. Everything we had here was a must-get. The spicy ahi tuna poke in sesame-miso cones is one of their signature dishes, and it's easy to see why. Every bite was a full taste sensation - salty, sweet, spicy, soft, crunchy, gingery. The sesame-crusted mahi mahi was also outstanding, and the yuzu sauce was the perfect accompaniment. And then the kaiserschmarren was a nice way to finish the meal - the pancake had a nice light texture, somewhat reminiscent of toasted Hawaiian sweetbread. And of course the Four Seasons service was impressive. Absolutely attentive and impeccable without being intrusive. We'll add this to our list of places we must revisit.
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Sue B.
really good food and service but expensive. Order ur desert when ur seated so it will be ready when ur done eating ur entree.
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Ashley C.
Spago is a pretty descent restaurant. Likes: The servers here are really nice. They made you feel like family. Don't Likes: I don't really the food here. The pork chop was kind of dry. I ordered the bolognese and the noodles were kind of hard but the sauce was good. If this place had better food I would give this place 5 stars. For that reason I gave this place 3 stars.
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Anon M.
My first stop for dinner after arriving to Maui. Spago did not disappoint. The food is delicious, the service wonderful. I'll be dining there again next week. Aloha.
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Michelle S.
Started with a small cute cup of Thai coconut soup with a splash of chili oil compliments of the chef - perfect balance of flavors - left me wanting a bowl of it. Ordered a glass Jane's Vineyard Sonoma glass of Pinot Noir - okay but am spoiled by Rosenthal Wines in Malibu, CA. Choice of breads - the raves for the local Maui onion- caramelized focaccia bread are not overstated - bread is fresh and perfect hint of salt with the caramelized onion. Ahi tuna poke in cones appetizer is good and worth ordering - cone is slightly sweet which is an interesting contrast to the chili sauce on top -looks almost like red caviar - a little tad overpowering so miss complement of flavors since heat is a little much. But LOVE that someone at restaurant asked about flavors and instantly "got" my minor issue, and said he would let chef know - and I believe he will. Service is amazing here!! (One more exclamation - it is that good) ! Eating tapas style tonight so also ordered the sweet corn risotto. If you are like me, you may be wondering what can be that special about a corn risotto...imagine sweet kernels still crisp, perfectly intact so a burst of flavor comes with each bite of risotto which is also cooked to perfection. Yes, this restaurant is on the pricier side but enjoying perfectly made food with great service on an outdoor deck overlooking the ocean... I feel like I got the deal of the century!!
(5)
Kiran J.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone....forget Mama's Fish House and come to Spago's! Amazing blend of spices for the curry! The views are breathtaking and serene. A perfect end to my trip!
(5)
Clarke H.
Whole fish is cooked in a wok here prepared and presented with flair. Highly recommend it. This place is very good in every respect except the patrons.
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Marci N.
8 of us had a fantastic experience here. Xmas week is extremely crowded at all the restaurants in Maui- don't go out if you can't be patient. We went on Christmas Eve and had to wait a half hour past our reservation time- I actually think they forgot about us but once we were seated the service was probably the best we've ever had, anywhere. The waiter knew every detail of every dish as if he was the chef, it was very impressive. All the food was between good and great. I own a restaurant and regret not telling the manager that night how amazing the staff was. So if you're paying attention Wolfgang, your staff was knowledgable and provided great service and great food.
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Molly M.
Every year we start our Maui vacation by eating at Spago's. And every year we get exactly what we were hoping for. Impeccable service, outstanding food in a beautiful setting. Of course, we have to start with the tuna poke cones; can't miss there! And ALL their fish dishes are so delicious. Has to be the best place in wailea.
(5)
Trang H.
My boyfriend and I came here for dinner after hearing about their awesome $49 three course prix fixed menu. You can take advantage of this offer by making reservations to be seated before 6PM, and honestly, I wouldn't pay more than that to eat here. Spago sits on the second floor of the Four Seasons overlooking Wailea Beach, and while the sunset was indescribably beautiful, the food was just decent. Maybe they are trying to channel the indulgence of Maui, but I felt the meal lacked balance. The appetizer course, a tomato bisque, was too rich and the portion was too large. My onaga was okay, but I would have much preferred my boyfriend's mahimahi. In fact, I think I devoured a good portion of his fish ^_^ Seriously, don't think to yourself, "Oh let's get different dishes so we can try different things." NO! If you're getting the $49 prix fixe menu, get the darn mahimahi or you will be disappoint, son. Dessert was just a chocolate cake. For Spago, I expected something a little more creative and exciting... Maybe I should have ordered the caramelized pork chops everyone is raving about, but the prix fixe menu was too good to miss out on.
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Kelly G.
Great vibe and wine list. Loved the Duck and the Kobe Beef. Portions were perfect- not too big, as I never seem to be very hungry in warmer climates. Servers were very attentive without it being overkill. Also, regarding noise- Its not a quiet restaurant, but the noise level is no problem. You can easily maintain a conversation at normal decibels.
This is the 3rd Spago we have visited. Services were outstanding and very very attentive. I can't find anything to pick on. Cocktails were tasty and not watery at all. Great stuff. Food? The presetation was nice with huge portion. However, the food itself didn't carrry much tastes and swim in a very intense sauce. I don't say the food taste awful or bad, just didn't reach my expectation on Spago. I feel no more Spago after this.
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Alyson W.
My husband & I were on Maui for 6 days and we had our best meal of the trip at Spago! It was definitely super pricey, but hey, who knows if/when we'll be back to Hawaii, so we decided to splurge and give Spago a try. Our server was Kari and assistant server was Christian. They were both awesome! They took the time to explain the menu to us and give us recommendations based on things we said we liked/didn't like. We started with the ahi cones which were delish (my husband didn't love them, but I did!) and he also got tomato soup. It came in a huuuuuge bowl so I got to have some too :) They offer you some bread and there are so many to choose from! I remember the onion bread and the olive bread being very good. Then, Christian brought over an amuse bouche - I can't remember exactly what it was now (I waited too long to write this review!), but it was some sort of thai curry flavored soup. Kari told me that if i liked that, then I would enjoy the thai curry entree which was similar. I went with that and was very happy that I did! My husband got the mahi I think, but he was jealous that he didn't get mine ;) I wished we hadn't gotten appetizers just so I could've finished it!! For dessert, we went a little crazy and got a cheese plate, the sorbet trio AND cookies! (Hey! We were on vacation!!) The sorbet was sooo good and even if you don't have room for dessert, you should try it :) After our meal, we were hanging out talking, and it was close to 9:30 so the restaurant was pretty empty. Kari & Christian didn't have any other tables so we called them over to talk and ask about their lives on Maui. It was cool to hear about what brought them there and their experiences! I imagine some servers would be wanting to run away so they could finish their side work and leave for the night, but they were happy to stay and chat, and really made us feel welcome. Thanks, Kari & Christian, for great service and a great meal!
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Dive M.
Ok, for all the low class pukes out there that say this place sucks, clearly cannot afford to be here. The food is excellent!! If you want quantity, take your fat ass to burger king, if you want quality, then eat here. No matter where you sit in the restaurant, you will be able to see the sunset. Over looking the pool is very tranquilizing. So for those hepatitis c hippies that complained about eating and staring at the pool or a wall, why the hell did you stay? Ohh geez common sense, I didn't know I had any. I mean W.W.J.D? Over all, I can say, while I was eating there that I enjoyed it. FACT: Wolfgang Pucks Spagos, if it wasn't good, don't you think it would have closed already? NO YOU MORONS! Why do you think celebrities come back year after year? Not because they are friends with Wolfgang, for common sense sake, he doesn't work there, so something must be having guys like Steven Tyler, Oprah and Eddie Murphy coming back for more? And I know it wasn't JUST THE SUNSET, so the food had to be a factor. The hatters are going to hate because they can't be what Spagos is. Let it be known that Spagos is above excellence and will stay there.
BEST RESTAURANT FOR DINNER AT THE FOUR SEASONS I've tried Spago, Ferraro's and Duo...and I like them in that order. I have spent my past two birthdays dining at Spago and was beyond impressed both times. Try to go around sunset and request an outdoor table- the view is incredible. The waitstaff is top notch; very friendly and attentive. FOOD: -bread choice is great; I always go for a piece (or two!) of the sweet onion focaccia but others are delicious also -tuna cone appetizer is great, very fresh tuna and slightly sweet tasting cones -seafood curry entree is amazing; if you are a curry lover you MUST try this! the extra curry and mango sauces it comes with are perfect complements to the dish, and they give you a healthy side of half white, half brown rice. -macadamia nut crusted fish with mashed sweet potatoes: also incredible, I like it equally as much as the curry dish, just depends on what you're craving! -boyfriend ordered the lobster which was fantastic -Desserts: not their strong point, in my opinion- their kaiserschmarren pancake-like dessert is pretty good but very heavy, and their pineapple upside-down cake is not good at all. Overall though, absolutely incredible, I would return with every trip to maui :)
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Justin A.
I celebrated my 25 birthday here with my girlfriend. Spago has great wine and food... Every review points that out. Here's the thing I didn't like...the restaurant charged me for birthday cookies that neither my girlfriend and I requested. That's kind of annoying. Don't bring $25 plate of cookies to the table if noone asks for them. /Fin
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Lola K.
One of the best meals I've ever had. I'm vegan, my husband is not but we were both very happy. They were very accommodating and offered lots of vegan choices and modifications. Just ask! The service was excellent at every moment. We both got risotto as an appetizers, amazing! I had the Hong Kong style tofu and veg it was delicious. Sorbetto for desert. The food was just amazing and the service was perfect and we were overlooking the ocean, what more could you want?
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K L.
In a word: divine. Ahi cones are a must! I had the chicken because it received a great review on here and I was not disappointed. The service was impeccable. I am local and have never received service like this anywhere on the island.
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Mariam F.
Best vegan options I have had! Wow and the chef was very hospitable to my veggie needs! Great desserts and service!
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Jessica R.
Gorgeous view. Attentive and friendly staff. Someone was constantly trying to give us more and more and more bread, which was pretty good. Pretty good. Ordered the tomato salad and it was quite salty, and I. LOVE. SALT. But this was too much. I ordered the mahi and it was nice... Fine. Husband ordered the ahi and the fish itself was good but the accompaniments left a lot to be desired. To get to the point, I feel like I had a perfectly fine meal...for $200.
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Stephanie O.
The ambiance is amazing. My boyfriend and I decided to eat here our last night in Maui. We met some people by the beach who recommended this place. From our table we had an incredible view of the ocean, our waiter was friendly and the food was great! You have to try the corn risotto for an appetizer. Very delicious! I ate the pork chops which were tender and tasty and my boyfriend had the wagu bolognese. Both dishes were awesome. Totally worth the $$$! I would definitely eat here again and look forward to checking out the Spago in Beverly Hills!
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Vincent C.
I honestly do not get what the fuss is all about. The food was pretty good, but the service was meh. My wife and I decided to splurge on our last dinner on Maui, so we fully expected the menu to be exorbitantly overpriced. If you are ordering wine or any other adult libation, be fully prepared to drop more than $100 a person. I suppose you could justify the plate costs based on the use of premium local ingredients. It's not every day that I get to have opakapaka, but I still prefer my Dad's much simpler steamed preparation. My wife's seafood Thai red curry was delicious; the delicate fish flavors were not lost in the heat of the nicely developed curry. It was curious that they chose to make the dish so spicy though. My ability to enjoy the meal was greatly hindered by the spotty service. We waited about 40 minutes for our appetizers to come out, all the while the larger party seated behind us received frequent attention. When the entrees came out, I was brought the wrong dish (which also happened to be cold). While we were having our coffee at 9:30 or so, the dining room was filled with the clanging of silverware being put away, then of tables being carried out and moved around. I don't expect 5-star service, but if you're going to put on the dog and pony show, you better execute it. Overall, this was not a worthwhile experience... I could have had 80 spam musubis instead.
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Jen F.
This was definitely a fancy place! The service is impeccable, absolutely no complaints. The bread brought out was amazing, such a good idea. I could eat the rosemary and Maui onion bread all day!. The coconut curry was delicious as was the monchong. A friend got the surf and turf, and it was good, but a little small for the price he thought. The final bill was scary, but luckily we had a discount. If we didn't have the discount, not sure if the price would be worth it, however it is Wailea and the four seasons so everything is pricey.
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Kim D.
Although I am rating this 3-stars, it probably should be less for the cost. I certainly do not mind paying $400 for dinner but this time is was not even close to worth it. We ordered a fish dish (mahi-mahi) and a rib eye. The fish dish was avarage at best - being over salted and just okay flavors. the rib eye was cooked to order but had no flavor. the appetizer spicy tuna cones were good (not great) and all I kept thinking was who came up with the cone idea first? I Guess it does not matter, I can only tell you that the salmon tartar ones at the French laundry are 100 times better. If you use great quality fish, you really do not have to add so much spice that the fish is unnoticed. The flavor of the miso cone was appealing but they ruined the dish with the over spiced tuna. Overall, a big let down compared to a couple years ago, when we ate there twice and had very good meals both times. I would suggest walking to another local resort/restaurant, as there are many in the area that are much better.
(3)
Steve M.
Special is the only way to describe Spago's! Returned last night for my wife's birthday. Food , drink, and service was the best!
(5)
Stanley W.
Everything was perfect as expected. Sweeping views, exceptional service, and high prices :). Every appetizer and entree was delicious. Worth every dollar. Would go back. We had local moca, another fish appetizer, snapper special, and mahi mahi.
(5)
Mitzi D.
I know this is an insane statement but we only went to Spago because Duo had no availability. Spago is the type of restaurant where you have a long leisurely meal. Its more about the total experience. We started off with drinks and an amuse bouche of pea soup that was quite tasty. Also offered were a variety of breads, I tasted a spicy lavash that I loved and a nice olive bread. I had to order the Ahi Poke cones as it was their specialty but I rated this as just "ok". The crunchy exterior was so much more than the amount of ahi interior that I tasted more of the sesame miso cone than I did ahi. My hubby on the other hand LOVED this dish. He could have probably eaten another full order of it. My friend ordered the beet salad which she rated as just okay. It was quite large. My husband order the ahi for his main course which he said was delicious he just wished it had a little wasabi for a kick. I had the monchong that was cooked perfectly. For dessert our whole table ordered and shared various items the favorite was the chocolate malted semi freddo. It was rich and delicious. The server is where I took a star off. There was the main waitress and her assitant. Her assitant was just as knowledgeable and answered all our questions, she was warm, funny, informative and genuine. Our main waitress was over the top fake pretentious and not genuine. We had a simple question about what ingredients or item was at the bottom of the semi freddo and she went into a long spiel on how she never met a semi freddo she liked until she worked at Spago and on and on and yet...our question was never answered. Overall it was a good eating experience but I still prefer Duo.
(3)
Kevin H.
Fantastic dining experience with a view the food is great but expense. Best service on the island.
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Steve M.
Ate at Spago with a couple friends about a month back. IT was wonderful...The famous Tuna cones were amazing. Followed by their encrusted Mahi Mahi... The place is located inside the Four Seasons, so its higher end. Amazing dinner, good company, and great food. What more can we ask for?
(5)
John F.
Everything in Hawai'i is expensive, and Spago is no exception. However, the food was good, the service was (almost too) attentive and the ambience was romantic and warm. I can't really remember what we ordered. We were really jet lagged and had a few cocktails before our meal. I do remember everything being very tasty. I think I had the pork chop, which was very tender and tasty. Warning for you big eaters: the portions are quite small, especially the appetizers. You're going to have to order all three courses if you want to leave with a full stomach, and doing so will run you some major coin. Ahh you're on vacation. Go for it. We will be back someday. Sigh...
(4)
Michael R.
High brow dinner. Went for our honeymoon / first anniversary dinner. Food was of the best I've had. Started out with mahi mahi risotto, then had the 700 degree lava rock NY strip bone in. The meat was of the most tender I have had. The cherry on top was a plate of cookies celebrating our anniversary from the staff.
On Maui staying next door at the Fairmont Kea Lani, we opted to make the gorgeous 10 minute coastal walk next door to the Four Seasons and we're glad we did. Being from Los Angeles and knowing this restaurant group we had modest expectations. This location exceeded our modest expectations. Atmosphere: Very modern Asian decor placed "upstairs" in the Four Seasons. At first I was a bit miffed that our party of five (including a 4 year old) was placed in a back room but it turned out to be very pleasant. BONUS: Steven Tyler (Aerosmith) and a party of three were two tables away. After being friendly and buying them a round of grappa, we spoke to him and took some photos. He was gracious and fun! 4 STARS Service: We had a 7 year Spago veteran who was gracious, knowledgeable, good natured, efficient and overall a keeper. He made good suggestions, knew the menu and prodded us without annoyances. BONUS: the 4 year old fell asleep at the table 15 minutes into dinner. The Spago staff was right on it. They arranged two chairs for her to sleep on, brought a pillow and a cashmere coverup for her. Quite a team! 5 STARS Food & Beverage: It was spot on. Tried a "new" caviar from Keluga. Loved the local tomato salad and risotto appetizers. Indian curry entree was a huge hit. Pork chop and lamb chops cooked perfectly to order and great flavors. Not outstandingly creative food but very, very good in taste, quality and presentation. Wine list was accurately priced and nicely deep with imported and food-compatible selections. 5 STARS Price: If you've eaten on Maui you'll not be surprised that a 4 Star dining experience is easily a 4 $$$$ event. In this case, worth every penny. Additional service bonus: Four Seasons presented a gratis car ride back to the Fairmont (which came in handy with the sleeping child). Could easily be the best overall dining experience in Wailea area of Maui.
(5)
B B.
Where to begin... Happened to be staying in Maui at the Four Seasons Wailea the week they experienced pretty cold temperatures by there standards, and definitely pretty chilly at night if you didn't pack anything other than "island" clothes. Needless to say the forecasts for Maui are every changing so it is always hard to get a good gauge of the weather. Think, high 60's, low 70's windy, raining, overcast during the day and high 50's, low 60's at night with wind. So when I made a reservation on a Sunday night at 7:15pm for 4 with these temperatures, I figured I would have been seated inside or at least under the protection of a covered lanai. Granted, I didn't request inside, but common sense would suggest that you don't seat a table at the uncovered part of the lanai with blowing wind, and then when you see that everyone in the party is cold, only offer an extremely thin "shawl." There were plenty of tables inside. Well, rather than complain, since there were other guests out there as well, we stayed put and ordered. They served us an amuse bouche of creamy tomato soup which was quite delicious, but of course when everyone wanted to actually order it as a starter... they were sold out. No biggie. Ordered some wine and drinks. Ordered dinner. We were checked on maybe once during this whole time and it took over AN HOUR to get our food. I don't even know how that is possible. We couldn't find our server. Had to ask another server to track down our food, only to hear "it should be right up." Mind you we are still all freezing. My in-laws ordered their crispy quail appetizer as an entree, my father in-law being from the south has grown up on quail so was excited to try the famous Spago's version. By the time we got our food his quail was cold and he said it tasted horrible and gamey. He took one bite, him and his wife were done at this point and left to go back to the room as they had already waited long enough in the cold for horrible and overpriced food. Finally the server comes by AFTER my in-laws left to check on us. We voiced our concerns and he sent over the GM. The GM states he will comp all of our food and apologized and then, FINALLY offers to move us inside!!!!!! Umm...shouldnt that have been done FIRST, when your people already brought us out three shawls?? Instead of offering flimsy shawls why not move us inside in the first place to avoid all of this!!!! Just not a great experience at all at a place with such a prestigious name...Service was definitely lacking...I expect service like that at a McDonalds...not Spagos. To not have been checked on by the server until after two people left the table is not acceptable by any means. The only reason why the two stars was because of the very friendly and courteous bus boy who refilled our water and brought us our bread. He made a genuine effort and he should be promoted. To be honest, I couldnt even tell you how my food was because I was already so irritated and upset I barely touched it. Needless to say, the rest of the week we were there we avoided Spago's at all costs.
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Ally Z.
Came here for the view-- perfect. We were right on time to watch the beautiful sunset. Our waiter gave us great tips on taking a nice photograph of the sunset. Quick notes: Tuna tartare cones: too sweet cones, personally don't like them. Lamb chops: very delicious and juicy Seafood risotto: too salty. Excellent service.
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John R.
i get fine dining, but the portions for the price is horrible. I'm ok with paying $50+ if it takes me more than 4 bites to eat the meal. Yes it literally took me 4 bites. That's roughly $13 a bite. The food was good but not worth $13 a bite. Waiter was ok. Bread/water lady was nice and friendly.
(2)
Jenn K.
Granted this review is for Valentine's Day, but I'm hoping and assuming that the quality and service are the same on non-special days. First off, the view is spectacular. Although it was super windy, it was nice sitting outside. The bread that they serve is delicious, especially the crisps. We ordered a beet salad, ahi cones, steak, ono, and for dessert chocolate tarte with kona ice cream. Highlights of dinner were the steak which seemed like it was dry aged and cooked to perfection. The dessert had the best kona ice cream that I've ever had. The fish was delicious, but the preparation was pretty standard for upscale restaurants in Maui. The service was impeccable, the waite staff were attentive, but not hovering.
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K H.
Fantastic restaurant. Great service and wonderful fish dishes. The even have an extensive red burgundy list which is often not seen in the US. One of my favorites
(5)
Debbie W.
5 star service baby! The staff here is really attentive and incredible. Small touches like presenting the bread like, hey this isn't just any old bread, there's like 6 choices here and let me tell you how artisan each of them are! I loved that. I had the pina colada but it wasn't your poolside blended frozen, it was special. It tasted like a pina colada, but way more sophisticate in its presentation and I'm sure it was far fewer calories! The Ahi Tuna cones were alright, I felt the sweet cones kind of took over the fresh ahi, what a shame! But the rest of the prix fixe menu was awesome. I had the Pork - OmG, moist and thick cut...more asian style than the american version. Also had the salmon, that was so good, perfectly cooked. The molton cake at the end was the perfect finish! Sunset views and awesome staff make this place a must visit. I do wish they did something special for our anniversary as I believe I mentioned it in my OpenTable reservation.
(4)
Eric Y.
Spago is a very nice restaurant. Nice location, beautiful setting and view, with lovely and attentive waitstaff. My goodness, it's nice. We had Christmas Eve dinner here. The "famous" ahi tuna poke in sesame-miso cones were beautifully crafted and lovely to look at but not really spicy or super tasty either. The sashimi of big eye ahi tuna was yummy and a really highlighted the freshness of the tuna. My entree of grilled monchong was very good ... the fish was absolutely perfectly done however the other items on the plate were not flavorful and added little to the dish. The other entrees - 700 degree lava steak, pork chop, lamb chops, and the roasted chicken were also nicely prepared. The standout dessert was the Austrian pancake with kula berries. Wow ... that was awesome. While the food quality was generally good, the prices are pretty much ridiculous. Assorted cookies for $16? Cup of coffee for $10? Without mention of a civet cat? Even by Hawaii standards, the price to quality ratio is too high and this is what brought the stars down from 4 to 3. Ok, so it's Hawaii, Christmas Eve, Four Seasons Hotel, sunset/ocean view. What did I expect? I am no Scrooge. I feel lucky to be able to write this review. As Tiny Tim said: "And God bless us, everyone!"
(3)
Danielle F.
What to say about Spago... Hummm.. 3 stars for the food. 4 stars for the service. For starters, Spago brings with it expectations. Because there is no way out of here under $100 per person, you really are expecting the best. It's like an over hyped movie. Take Bridesmaids for example. Everyone is talking about how funny it is when the bride takes a crap in the street after eating bad Indian food. When you finally see it for yourself you can't help thinking, Yeah that was funny.. But not as funny as I thought it would be. My favorite part about the meal was the bread. They have amazing bread and the bread lady knew my name by the time the meal was over because I kept asking her to bring me more. At Spago Im sure its unusual for people to gorge themselves on bread but I didn't care. I can't help it, I blame the Italian in me. It's freshly baked and there are several different kinds so I was thrilled. The butter also has pink sea salt that tastes great on the bread. I could really go on and on about this bread. We also ordered a bottle of expensive wine which was delicious after we asked for a decanter. The famous tuna cones were good but for $33 for 4 small cones it just was not worth it. You can get great fresh tuna at a number of places on the island that are just as tasty. My friend got the pork chop which she devoured but my curry was way too sweet with no taste of fish to be found. I couldn't eat it. Dessert was really good. We had the lava cake which just oozed with chocolate goodness. Service was stellar which made me ok with the half eaten meal. The view also didn't hurt.
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Kerri N.
They had the best Wagyu steak I have ever tasted. It melts in your mouth! I would love to eat here again, but the price of the steak (and the cost to get to Maui first) is expensive.
(5)
Ian P.
Food was good, service was not. Good selection of entrees and appetizers but in the hour we spent at spago we only saw the waiter 3 times.
(3)
Stephanie T.
Typical high end restaurant. Very pricy, but the food was delicious. It took a while, but they provided up with bread and appetizers and drinks until the food arrived. The staff were all great and the food was good.
(4)
Staci W.
The restaurant lounge is very Vegas. Nothing Maui about it. We should have turned around there but we had our buzz on....so we decided to do some bling watching in the bar. There was a lot of pretentious postering to behold and the "I just LOVE SPAAAAAAGO" to be heard. We decided to be luxurious and get a table. The "experience" began by being seated side-by-side staring at another table. Very odd but funny, especially in our state. Our server was a very very serious German man (Lurch-like...). The giggles stopped when the food arrived. It was well executed but safe and nothing progressive. We left feeling robbed and dumbfounded. It could be the perfect SNL skit. This is a celebrity chef that sells his mediocre canned soup at the grocery store. What was I thinking. Go to Duo or Ferraro's instead!
(2)
Laurence H.
Ok restaurant but NOT up to Wolfgang standard at least not his LA or Vegas restaurant. Food was ok and design is basic hotel could have done so much more with that view. The other two restaurants at Four Seasons are not great so Spago is on decent one but could do better.
(3)
Doug S.
Over the past few years we have seen for service gradually fall. In November we came and had very bad service. The manager Darin said he was sorry and assured us it would be better our next time. We came back last night and had 7:00 reservations. We showed at 7:05 and were told it would be 10-15 min. We waited 10 and were then led to a table INSIDE the restaurant in a room with no other diners (everyone was outside of course). We requested an outside table and were told another 30 min. We went to the bar and ordered a bottle of wine and after 20 min we were told we had a table. We said we ordered a bottle of wine and we were told it would come to our table. The waiter then came and asked if we wanted drinks, we explained we ordered wine 25 min ago, he said he would track down. 20 min later it showed up with the manager Darin, he said they had trouble finding it (45 min later). While he was there I asked for ice with my water.....20 min later, still no ice or bread. He didn't seem to care.... Dinner was just fair, seared tuna, tuna poke....... We explained the whole chain of events to Darin and he seemed uninterested, like he hears it all the time. No apology or concession for our trouble and for a $345 dinner, very disappointed again. Go to Duo or our favorite Ferraros before Spago....not sure why the service is so bad but it's not getting any better and there are better choices with much better views just 20 yards away. The Four Seasons needs to step in and demand changes......
(1)
AJ Z.
Spago Maui, Ahh what a disappointment.. The entrees and apps looked and were explained so great? But sadly aloha mixed plate was better . Noting says why did I just drop $250 on a bad meal and experience but this place. Don't get me wrong, we had the sunset table but the food just stunk....
(1)
Doug G.
My wife and I were waiting for a cruise and talking with a couple that was also waiting. She told them about our sour experience at Spago that I rated on 1/8 and when she finally stopped talking it turned out the gal that we were talking to (Charity) was the manager there. At the end of our cruise she came up to us and gave us her card and invited us back on her, she wanted another chance. Charity did not disappoint. We were given what is probably the best table in the house and were assigned a great wait staff, Jonathan and Marco. As soon as we sat down Jonathan brought out a 2004 bottle of Dom Perignon and poured us each a glass to celebrate our 35th anniversary. We were served several specialty items from the appetizer menu including Risotto with white truffles that were all excellent. My wife had the Swordfish that was excellent and I had the New York that you can never go wrong with. We shared a side of steamed vegetables, broccoli, asparagus and carrots. We were completely full when Jonathan brought us the dessert menu and nearly insisted that we at least try one. Oh what the heck we said, so we had the cheesecake, it was spectacular! All in all it was a great evening thanks to a caring manager who did not want to leave a sour taste in any customers mouth. We will come back to Spago in the future. Our evening was truly a five star dinner thanks to Charity and her amazing staff.
(5)
Nevada F.
Outstanding food and service. The cocktails are beautifully made, including the Mai-tai, and the jalapeno martini. The cones were very good, but I'd prefer a less candy-like cone, with more of a crunchy savory pastry (Thomas-Keller style). The short rib pasta appetizer was ample as an entree (and the server deftly cancelled the lady's main course upon request. Pineapple upsidedown cake was stellar. A perfect location for a romantic dinner. $375 included drinks, wine, tip, tax, and several courses for two.
(5)
Cory B.
UTTERLY DISAPPOINTING!!! Went for a special dinner on Saturday night with my hubby and had specially requested a week earlier to have a table facing the sunset. We arrived several minutes early and were greeted by three hostesses who looked us up and down ( one even turned to the main hostess and whispered something about out appearance). We had dressed up for the occasion as we had been staying at the ritz all week and had wanted one great meal at Wailea. The hostess sat us first directly facing the pool and stated that no tables faced the sunset - which is a lie. Then when we asked to be moved, she sat us at two tables down from the first still directly staring at the pool. Finally, we asked out waiter nicely to please place us by the terrace overlooking the ocean and sunset and they sat us at a closer table yet they put me FACING A WALL!!!! I never believe that racism still happens at these types of establishments HOWEVER, given that we were the only Latinos in the restaurant and there were four empty tables directly facing the sunset and the up and down looks when we first walked in that their wasnt some prejudice going on... If that wasn't bad enough I ordered their rib-eye that was specially recommended by the waitress and it was slightly over cooked and extremely dry!!! We were there to have a special night and had driven an hour to get there but found any other restaurant we tried to have much better food and service! Looking for some great spots! Don't miss Mama's Fish House!
(1)
Alex C.
As far as the food and ambiance go, Spago is one of the best options on Maui. Yes, it is expensive - but then again, its locale is one of the most exclusive in Hawaii, pricing is reflective of that. However, the service can be a bit of a hit or miss - mostly hit though. All in all, it's worth visiting.
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Miki L.
Been here twice for dinner. Both times blown away. Atmosphere is lovely. If the weather is nice, try to get a table outside and plan for a leisurely meal. Yes, it's expensive, but worth every cent. And the secret... if you are kamaaina order one amazing entree and get a second free. Seriously. All guests must have your state ID. They have a choice wine list...leans on the pricey side for bottles and they also have by the glass, of course. My meal last night was roasted corn risotto and roasted chicken. Far more delicious than you can imagine and my plates were as clean as they can get. My dining partner had roasted beets wrapped in prosciutto and steamed opakapa. Delish as well.
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Easter E.
No complaints. Made a same day reservation for 5:30 PM... we got a nice table outside with a great view of the resort, palm trees, beach, ocean. Got a nice view of the sunset as we were eating. Service was top notch, which is what I am definitely looking for at a place like this. It was just friendly and easy, not pushy, not too chatty. The complimentary tomato-soup we got to start was hot and delicious... the bread (choices of sourdough, some cracker-crisp, maui onion focaccia, rosemary, olive-wheat, etc) was REALLY tasty... fresh and soft and flavorful. The food was great. Not super fantastic or super interesting, but very very good and appropriate to our setting. we got the ahi tuna poke cones and tomato salad to start. The ahi tuna cones were tasty... a bit of spice, sweet, roastiness from the sesame-miso cone.. the tomato salad was also very good.. super fresh tomatoes, but it wasn't very interesting. I got the monchong fish... dense white fish... it was good... big portion. don't remember much about it. My mom got macadamia nut crusted mahimahi on the molokai yam puree... it looked and tasted more interesting/better than mine. My dad got the flat iron steak. It came just as a steak on a plate but also included some kind of a sauce and a heaping side of corn in some kind of sweet-sauce. Both the steak and corn were delicious! I got two bourbon cocktails... very tasty. A bit weak, but that's OK. My dad got a maitai... that was the only thing that wasn't good at all. We got a apple crumble dessert. It was perfect b/c it wasn't too sweet. (we don't like sweet desserts). Pretty pricy, but that's to be expected. I think the entrees were appropriate, but they charge a lot for the cocktails, appetizers, and dessert. Overall, the service, the food, the location, the view, all added up to a nice experience.
(5)
Stephanie S.
The evening was a beautiful one on Maui when we dined here. We were seated quickly and outdoors, able to watch the beautiful sunset. The coconut soup to start (gratis) was yummy. The ahi appetizer was moist and flavorful. The mai tai and bottle of wine was excellent. Kids penne pasta with homemade marinara was superb. The selection of bread and crostinis were fabulous. My husband loved his macadamia crusted fish. My asian style steamed fish with rice was the best meal I had on Maui! My son had the ice cream sandwich for dessert and loved it. The rest of us were pretty full, but we ordered the cookie platter and all the cookies, brownies, and lemon bars were the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. Service was excellent with multiple people checking on us (filling water, filling bread) adn our waitress was never far away. I LOVE places that give you a dark cloth napkin when you are wearing dark clothing like Spago!!! I highly recommend this place!
(5)
Anup S.
Dinner at Spago has been my best meal on Maui. The service was excellent, each dish impeccably well presented and delicious. It was expensive, but worth every penny. We sat outside and enjoyed the sea breeze and sunset over a nearly two hour meal. The pace and presentation of the drinks, appetizers, kids meals and adult entrees was impeccable. The wait staff was incredibly attentive and would appear from nowhere to top off a wine or water glass that was running low. The bread selection is worth a review by itself. We asked them to come around a second time to try the selections we didn't try on the first pass. Our loss, we didn't have space for dessert after.
(5)
JoAnn G.
We read all the recent negative reviews and almost cancelled our reservation. However, we decided to try for ourselves. We had never been to a Spago, and thought the time was right, while vacationing in Maui. We arrived at our reservation time and were seated instantly. Our server greeted us immediately and we ordered sparking water with lime. The water came immediately, but without the lime. I asked a second time, and we waited several minutes before two small slices of lime were finally delivered. Meanwhile, in the back of my mind, I kept thinking the reviewers were correct. But the experience changed after that. We ordered the poke cones and pasta appetizers. They were both exceptional. I had the ahi and my husband had a steak. I don't eat red meat because it doesn't agree with me, but I love to taste. He ordered it without butter and it was fantastic. My ahi was fantastic. I like it super rear and it was cooked to perfection we were too full to order dessert. But the dessert menu was wonderful. Visit this restaurant will a thick wallet. We ordered no wine or alcohol. Just two bottles of sparkling water to drink and no dessert. The bill for two was over $300.00! It was a wonderful meal and experience. And we will have a great memory.
(5)
Chris P.
This restaurant is a complete conceit: food like P.F. Chang's (admittedly, with steak), yet at triple the price, with similar service and occasionally nice sunset views. But Maui is not really about fine dining - not for experienced foodies from the mainland, anyway - it's more about land and water adventure, and beaches. Nevertheless, the Four Seasons could have done better and the experience here doesn't do anything to enhance Wolfgang's evolving reputation as a corporate food king, rather than an attentive restaurateur. The location is fine, and there are often nice sunset views. Prices are high: appetizers up to $26 and main courses from $40 for fish to $150 for Kobe steak. While you're paying for the luxe Four Seasons location and views, prices are still 20% too high, in my view. Food is good quality, not great, and not particularly sophisticated. We ordered two fish main courses and while the filets were delicious and cooked properly, the Asian-style black bean sauces were salty and not complex. Presentation is minimally creative. Our server was too exuberant and also came off as unsophisticated. Moreover, the music played during dinner makes no sense whatsoever - 1970s to 1980s classic rock, Led Zeppelin to Billy Joel. At the start it was cute, but by the end of the main courses, it was just annoying and my companion and I left without dessert, coffee or tea, just to get away from it. It makes me ask, Wolfgang, what are you thinking? It doesn't match the demographic of the Four Seasons. How about jazz or even Europop? We complained to the manager, who simply said some people love it, others hate it, and Wolfgang loves it. Decor is uninspiring, basically plain tables placed around re-purposed Four Seasons space. Based on all the foregoing, I find the previous 5-star reviews not credible.
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Joe L.
Food was good and service was very attentive. However, food wasn't exceptional to warrant $450 before tips among the 4 of us with only 1 glass of wine and we shared 2 plates of dessert. I ordered hamachi ceviche to start. It was good and fresh. However, it came as sashimi, not ceviche as the menu suggested. I had onaga steamed HK style served with a bowl of steamed rice. The fish was fresh, tender and flaky and the sauce was very well balanced with soy, ginger, scallions and chili pepper. Dessert was rather disappointing. My apple and pineapple crumpled pie with vanilla ice cream was really just mediocre at best. For $20, I expected something more. Kona coffee for $10. It was a mistake on my part. Starbucks instant coffee has bolder flavour and body.
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Leah K.
Beautiful restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort on Maui. We came with a large group, 9 people total. Service was very attentive and friendly. The bread basket was outstanding and the food was delicious!! Beautiful scenery, I wish we got to sit outside! Also, the waiters wipe away your bread crumbs between meals and the water glass is always full. Superb service.
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Ryan T.
Delicious food, but the prices and the attitude exceed the value. The service is outstanding, but over-the-top. We all know this is a super fancy restaurant, you don't need to keep rubbing it in our faces. Also, the prices are significantly higher than other nice restaurants of equal quality in the area.
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Matheus D.
This place is simply amazing and the food is very healthy, sofisticade and the most important, delicious! Everyone must go and try the Ahi cone as a start and whatever you desire next that will be excellent. They really work with excellence in service, ambient and food!
(5)
Sarah H.
It's our first time trying Spago's in Maui. We started out with Cauliflower soup which was compliments of the chef. The soup was amazing! We had the ahi tuna poke cones...it was delicious with a kick! I definitely recommend the Thai curry seafood, it was spicy and very tasty! Service, food and atmosphere was amazing! I highly recommend to try!!!
(5)
Chris D.
always always always a stop when on Maui, and always enjoyable
(5)
Phillip C.
If you're not price sensitive, this place is tops! I've lived on Maui now for 6 months, by the Ritz. I've gone through all of the dining options there and have left with just a "blah" overall feel of 5 star hotel restaurants (what they think is 5 star). Anyway, I drove to Wailea and walked into the Four Seasons.. expecting sort of the same feeling dining at Spago. I was amazingly surprised. (and that's tough) The service was spot on... (as a matter of fact, I can't say that I've ever had better). The presentation was nice (not spectacular). Atmosphere was amazing. The food -- IT JUST DOESN'T GET BETTER. Every single thing we had was amazing. Every single thing we had was expensive. So moral of the story, when it comes to Dining on Maui, don't expect true 5 star. But I'm happy to say, that this truly exceeded every expectation and so far is the best place I've found for fine dining. It's expensive, but all things considered, you get what you pay for in all ways. (Merrimans comes a close second, btw). ENJOY!
(5)
Jacqueline D.
MUST EXPERIENCE! This restauant is amazing! The food is unreal, the service is perfect, the signature drinks are unique and tasty, and the wine list is spectacular! There isn't one thing I can complain about. I have gone here several times and my experience is always amazing. Is the menu expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? Hell yeah! For what you are eating and the quality of organic, local foods, plus top quality ingredients from around the world, the prices are quite fair. The spicy ahi cones are yummy! Sweet and crunchy on the outside and slightly spicy on the inside. My favorite! I also like the Kobe beef bolognese. For the entrees, any fish is to die for! Also, the lamb chops are amazing with the chili mint sauce! I love this place!
(5)
Kevin P.
maui sunset cocktail is plain fruity deliciousness. appetizers and salads are overpriced, although i must admit i did enjoy the beet salad immensely. mains are overpriced for what you get (think $60 for a prime rib steak, which was nothing spectacular--decent meat, no better, cooked accurately to order). kona coffee ($10-16), served in a french press, was unremarkable. maybe they didn't let it steep for long enough. i didn't even get a say in the whole matter--i ordered the coffee, it was brought to my table, the waitress promptly pressed it for me, and poured it into my cup. i usually like to pretend to be a coffee snob, and wait for the bloom and give it a stir before pressing, but...oh well. At least they had the grind right--very little sludge. finally, they ran out of bananas for the bananas foster brownie. strawberries and pineapple were suggested as substitutes. Ran out of bananas? how does that even happen???
(3)
LESLIE C.
Came here on our last night of our Honeymoon and had a great dinner with a beautiful view! This review is on the restaurant and dinner.... how I felt after dinner is a whole other story I will get to at the end of this review... Spago is a Wolfgang Puck restaurant so we had high expectations...and we were not disappointed! We had a table on the outskirts of the restaurant so we had a beautiful view of the ocean ( when you make a reservation, definitely ask for a table with a view ). The whole restaurant is open air though so almost every table has a good view of the ocean. The service was good...friendly and attentive. I ordered the Hawaiian pork chop with yams and my hubby ordered one of the fish entrees. Both were delicious!! For dessert I ordered some kind of chocolate cake and it was so rich, heavy and filling...but still really yummy. We had wine and champagne...it was all great. We had dinner around 8 and had to leave to go to the airport around 10 so when we were leaving I was SO full that I was miserable. We got to the airport and I was feeling worse and worse. I kept thinking it was just because I ate so much and so much rich food. Long story short, I threw up half of the way from Maui to LA on the plane, over the ocean for 5 hours. UGH. There is no worse place to be sick than at 1 AM on a flight over the ocean. So, not really sure if it was something I ate, or how much I ate or what...but it was terrible. So, I am choosing not to blame Spago because my meal and last night in Maui was amazing... I will take the blame :) If you are in Maui or staying at the Four Seasons make sure to go here for dinner one night!
(5)
Jeremy S.
Given my experiences at the other two restaurants in the Four Seasons I went in with muted expectations. I had heard of Spago, there is one in Palo Alto that I used to pass by all the time, but strangely I never bothered to stop in. I did know the restaurant (chain?) had something to do with a Wolfgang guy who has no connection to classical music and happily puts his name on crappy frozen pizzas. Not a great start. Yet my Spago experience was a total shock to my system. The cuisine and service really wowed me. I started with a tasty sculpture built of ahi tartar and sashimi (fairness qualifier: tuna quality was consistently great throughout Maui). Our server provided real wasabe freshly grated before my eyes which was a pleasant touch. Next I had a spicy seafood curry, which was fiery but still delicate. The sauce was better than crack. The wine list also came through, we chose the only Sancerre offered on the menu (quite reasonably priced at $65) and it was fabulouso. Thank God I managed to save some room for dessert, because the light-as-a-cloud banana souffl was as tasty as chocolate stuffed with chocolate. Yes, that good. Of the restaurants I tried on Maui, Spago was the supreme standout, highly recommended.
(5)
Geoff D.
We have been to Maui many times and this is the first time we went to Spago. Why did we wait so long? The setting is amazing, over looking the beautiful pool area and the ocean. We had a reservation at 6:30 which was a perfect time to watch the most amazing sunset I have seen. Service was very attentive and nothing was over looked. Our server was helpful with suggestions on the menu and cocktail selections. The ahi tuna cone appetizer is amazing!
(4)
Matt S.
Firstly anyone that reviews this restaurant based on price needs to reassess their restaurant choice, ie its expensive people! Having said that I have little more to add then - splurge and get the lamb chops....I dont remember the starters even though they were excellent, the lamb main is simply that good. For what our server lacked in personality he made up in knowledge and professionalism....and his recommendations were awesome. Others at the table had the prime rib which I thought was just so-so....get. the. Lamb.
(5)
Ji Eun L.
Went here on honeymoon in 2008, and am just getting around to writing a review. I had to write a review, because I still think about the bread I had at this restaurant: Wolfgang Puck's sweet focaccia. I don't know how they made it, but it was both savory and sweet, soft, dense, and chewy. I am drooling just thinking about it. I didn't care that I looked like a greedy pig, asking the bread server for 2 pieces of this bread each time he came to our table. This is the best bread I've had at a restaurant or anywhere, ever. Back home, I tried looking for recipes to make it myself because I just HAD to have it again. I found a recipe on Wolfgang Puck's website and made it one day. Sadly, it was for regular focaccia, not sweet focaccia. Turned out just okay, considering it was my first time baking bread... but needless to say, I was disappointed. The entrees at Spago were equally delicious. I remember how fresh the tuna was and how I enjoyed each course. The service was excellent and very helpful too: our waitress even gave us a lesson on different kinds of Kona coffee. I will continue my search for this sweet focaccia recipe and dream about going back to this lovely restaurant in paradise.
(5)
Greg J.
Updated review from Saturday, October 6, 2012 OK, so another really disappointing meal on Maui. I've been to Spago five times over numerous visits to the Island and the food, drink and service have always been top notch, until this time. So we had a cocktail at the lobby lounge and listened to some live music and a little Hawaiian dancing, entertaining, if a bit loud. We were sat promptly at the exact time of our dinner reservation, good so far. Server buzzed by looking for a cocktail order, but since we already had one pre-dinner and were looking to do the tasting menu said no, but asked about the tasting menus, since they are not noted on the menu. Server said yeah, we have two, seven and nine course, but didn't know what they were, she'd have to go check with the chef (why didn't she know what was being served when she arrived at our table??). She comes back and reads off the tasting menu selections for the seven course meal (um, guess we'll have that). We order wine, a half-bottle of red for one, a glass of white for another, and two of us having the wine pairings with the tasting menu. The red wine appears and is poured quickly. The white wine does not appear, for about 10 minutes. The first course of the tasting menu is the ahi cones (a bit over-rated at this time, but they are a signature dish). But not, out comes the second course of the tasting menu, the ahi ceviche. Why??? So we eat the ceviche, with the first course wine pairing, so much for matching food to wine. Food is served by some food runners (they really don't know much other than to put food down and track down the server if there is a problem). I flag the server down, finally, and ask where the first course was. She doesn't know, I ask her to find out. So then comes the second course wine, with spiel about how it matches well with what should have been our second course, and then out comes the first course, but now as the second course. OK, kinda a messy start, but not the end of the world. Then the third course food comes out, nearly instantly (probably on time if we hadn't had to go back for the make up course). Oddly, there is no wine in the wine pairing glass for this course. I ask the food server, "what wine is supposed to be in this glass now?" He doesn't know, but at least gets the server to come over, finally, wine and food, but now the table is full of glasses and things are a little rushed. I also asked her to pace the courses better, I hate being rushed through a meal, particularly one that is supposed to be fine dining. Third course is very tasty. Rest of dinner the service mostly evens out. Or I'm less picky after the wine pairings (note on wine pairings, they are mostly pedestrian choices, and in the $15 to $30 range retail, while heavy pours, not terribly worth it, although the wine list is likewise overpriced). Near the end of the meal, a manager of some sort came by to ask how everything was. I said the service was a little rough, he asked no follow up questions, and seemed to be looking for a quick, "great" from us so he could move on. All he said is he'll follow up with the server, right. The remaining courses were fine. Not much that rose to the level of memorable, other than three of the courses were ahi (I do like ahi, but in a seven course meal three becomes a little one note). So, overally, probably three stars this trip. The place looks great. The food is good, if a little under-whelming, the wine pairings very uninspired, and the service is a confused mess (they are very pleasant and friendly, while running around like circus clowns, but still, at these prices, you should expect great execution). Would I return. That is a tough one. For the meal and service I just had, no. Based on prior meals, yes, but you really are only as good as the last meal you served. So disappointing. And seeing that my previous review was four stars, now down to three, the trend is NOT good. They also added an 18% gratuity to our bill automatically. For a party of four this always really annoys me. It generally leads to lackluster service, which is exactly what we received. There is NO reason for a restaurant of this caliber to add an automatic gratuity for a party size of six or under. None, they are encouraging poor service. Also, if a restaurant has the hubris to add that level of gratuity automatically (we ususally tip 20% to 25% for fine dining), then I leave no more. I guess they think that is sufficient.
(3)
Lynn S.
Spago at the Four Seasons resort, a.Wolfgang Puck restaurant is not to be missed. The food was wonderful, the service impeccable, the geometric, concrete, urban-island decor was unique...and the location (overlooking the ocean) was spectacular. Our group had three different entrees and we all loved what we ordered. SUGGESTION: Do not forgo the flatbread offered tableside throughout the meal, and at least taste the olive bread. This is a beautiful place to eat with a staff intent on making it a wonderful evening. The service is so consistent throughout the meal, that your water glass is never empty. I chose a locally caught steamed fish on a bed of vegetables with Jasmine rice. Everything was fresh, my veggies were perfectly cooked and the light sauce had a great kick. I passed on the dessert, but two people with me swooned over their chocolate souffle! Yes, the price tag fit the elegance and reservations are necessary, but this was an outstanding experience! Spago is everything a fine restaurant should be--flawless.
(5)
Michelle C.
The food was good, and the location is beautiful. Our server was excellent. However, I was a bit turned off by their "no corkage" policy, especially since we stayed at the hotel and had a bottle of wine sent from the hotel. And their wine list wasn't amazing, as well as it being overpriced. But most of all, I thought the food was way overpriced for what you got.
(3)
Dani K.
Food and service top notch! Worth the price tag! The Kobe beef top 5 of all time! The opaka fish entree was one of the best fish dishes I have ever had. The best way to finish...dessert! The staff loves the German pancake (it's a German name pronounced like kaiser shmarm) covered in strawberry sauce. Kind of reminded me of a dense angel food cake. My fave was the Snicker tart....loved! All my faves: marshmallow, Carmel, nuts.
(5)
Susan T.
Food was great, as were the cocktails. I particularly recommend the Haleakala, a spicy margarita. My only gripe was the lack of vegetarian options. Our waitress told me one dish had "just a little bit of fish paste" and the other had "just a little chicken broth". Those are not suitable answers for a real vegetarian. Even a little animal still counts as eating meat. So, a more veg-friendly menu and waitstaff would have given the place 5 stars, but it was still a beautiful dining experience.
(4)
Kristen I.
My husband and i came here tonight for dinner. We sat at a table on the patio, overlooking the pool, with a view of the sunset over the ocean in the distance. Spectacular. Service was great. Loved the house special focaccia that was part of the bread selection. The waitress made some great wine suggestions for me to pair with our Beet and romaine salad and the infamous ahi cones. I enjoyed both of the appetizers thoroughly. Things kind of fell apart for me with the entrees, though. I ordered the mahi mahi, and i thought the fish was overwhelmed by the yuzu-kosho glaze. My husband had similar thoughts on his fish - jalapeno peppers overpowered it. Unfortunate, because the descriptions on the menu sounded heavenly. In retrospect i think we should have shared a couple more appetizers and called it a meal. The appetizers were truly outstanding.
(3)
c c.
If there were half stars, would give three and a half stars. We did the tasting menu (seven course), and contrary to other reviews, found this to be a lot of food. Service was great, courses were all seafood except for one, and very tasty. Love the poke cones they started with. This was my fifth time here, and I didn't enjoy as much as last few times. Requested an outside table with view, and basically got one. Knowing virtually everyone wants same, I understand they can only accommodate so many people. So why not four or five stars? If you're going to charge $85 for a glass of NV Krug, you better damn well make sure it's not flat. I knew watching the waiter pour it was obviously flat, and a quick sip confirmed and I asked for it to be replaced. Although he promised to open a new bottle, he did not, but the replacement was fine. To me, the bartender should know how long that bottle has been open, despite a champagne cork, it was at least a couple of days as it was dead flat. Did the wine pairings and was an excellent job, although sometimes the timing was off - wine received 15 minutes before next course, or course sitting there no wine. Last "complaint" - told us last course was steak, but was actually pork. Neither of us ate more than a bite as it was dry as cardboard. Explanation was "pork gets dry when you slice it". Someone else came by to ask, and told him also it was dry and he offered to have chef redo it. Since it was getting late and we were basically full, declined the offer. Again, if you are going to charge hundreds of dollars for a tasting menu, better damn well make sure it's perfect!
(3)
Harmony I.
Not one complaint. I came here on Thanksgiving day, since I had heard that they were serving a traditional Tday plate and even thought I was on vacation in Hawaii, I still wanted my traditional meal. I made a reservation for 5:30 about a month prior, just to make sure that we would have seats. Not only were we promptly seated, but our table overlooked the Four Seasons pool and beach. The service was spot on and friendly, we never wanted for anything, whether it be water, mai tais, bread, you name it. The dinner was just out of this world. Moist turkey, the best yams that I have ever had, creamy mashed potatoes, fresh cranberry sauce and a fluffy, flavorful stuffing. HIGHLY recommended for anyone staying in the area during Thanksgiving. The plate was $48 per person, but we never once even batted an eye at that...it was worth every penny.
(5)
David S.
I was very disappointed with this restaurant. I now understand why they don't put the prices on the website. It was very expensive especially when you are paying for four people. With the high prices, I expected much more food-wise. I ordered the tuna for my dinner and all I got was Tuna. There was no rice or seasoning whatsoever, just tuna. I was still hungry after paying a few hundred bucks and I regret going to a hotel restaurant. I suggest 5 Palms restaurant just a few minutes away from there.
(2)
Annie c.
Stunning views, family friendly loved the bread basket- olive bread, focaccia and flat bread were my favorites. came around often appetizers were with the ahi were all really good and fresh but small portions highlights were the thai curry, pork chop which was tender and not dry the local fish, Monchong, was a bit bland, and probably the least favorite. the flat iron steak was small and ok. probably can get better steak elsewhere Molten chocolate cake at the end of decadent and satisfying.
(4)
Jenn K.
I'm completely in love with this place. They greet you by name, making you feel like old friends. Almost all the tables have stunning views, situated in a way that a table for two offers both guests a view (rather than someone having to have their back to the sunset!). Our meal was completely delicious, and the service was impeccable. They made our anniversary/birthday a truly memborable experience. I can't say enough about this restaurant or their quality staff. Highly recommend!!
(5)
Christine N.
I couldn't have picked a better way to spend the first night of our honeymoon! Spago's at the Four Seasons is a gorgeous restaurant. Half of the seating is outside in the open ocean air, with a view of said ocean. One warning, though: Maui is WINDY! So, if you're eating after the sun has set, I would say eat inside. The walls are made of glass windows that slide open and close, turning it all into an open-air restaurant. The inside of the restaurant is just as beautiful, with huge, stunning photographs of sea anemone. The service and cocktail menu are both excellent. I started with a lychee martini and because I had been on the famous "no-carb wedding dress" diet, I had a lot of fun devouring their bread (sweet, Maui onion rolls, parmesan crisps, and sourdough). Spago's was a great place to not be on a diet anymore! The menu is actually quite small, but I made a rocking meal out of the appetizers. I had the tomato soup (sweet and creamy) and the seafood risotto with lobster butter (rich! rich! rich!) I didn't think I could eat another bite, but my amazing husband talked to the restaurant manager and had a yum molten chocolate cake sent over. Then, after that, the waiter came over with biscuits. We had to pack those up because after the flight, the sun, and the decadent dinner, I was ready to fall asleep at the table. Warning: Spago's Maui is one of the more expensive restaurants that I have been to. The appetizers' prices are what you would normally see as an entree price at another restaurant and the entree prices are double.
(4)
Klaus G.
$135 steak wayagu beef steak is steep. However, the minute you enter you know you are at a 4 season in a premier spot. Didn't mind spending money, but menu was limited, they ran out of chicken on an island where chicken runs loose :-) great overall place, expect $100/person and do not expect any special orders for kids. Reg menu, reg pricing, which I like. One can always get the butter noodles somewhere else.
(4)
Steven K.
Two night in a row, excellent food, excellent service!
(5)
Steve A.
Not that great for the price.
(3)
Ashkan A.
Seriously excellent food. Great wine selection as well.. We will visit this restaurant from now on when visiting Maui. A real experience..make reservations.
(5)
Kyle F.
I decided to begin this review like I guarantee you no one else has ever done. My dad has this odd fascination, uber weird obsession, with the tiny cappuccino spoons or any other really small spoon that a restaurant has and has built up a nice collection of them, I think about 50 or so. Sometimes he flat out tells the waiter hes going to take it and other times he just gets me to do his dirty work or he just does it on his own. after 24 years of life I still don't understand why he does it, but hes got this collection in his office that keeps growing and growing with each meal and honetsly some of them are pretty bad ass. So this brings me to our dinner at Spago, which was amazing and a real blast, on their tables they have a little small bowl with salt in it and the spoon in that bowl is this real tiny one with a pointed edge to get the salt up easier...I would say its about as big as a pen cap. So the moment we sat down my mom noticed the spoon and turned her head to my dad and without missing a beat he said I'm not going to take it so don't worry, they he looked over to my sister and I and winked...ya cause we know he was going to resist this primo spoon haha. So as the meal went on we order out drinks and main courses and the spoon just sat there waiting and temping my dad saying "don't you want to take me" and so on. When the waiter returned to ask our desert orders my dad flat out asked him if he could take the spoon, I knew he would it was just a matter of time before he either took it or asked...I mean for anyone who was there they can attest it was a pretty cool looking one. So he asked, or I guess you could say told, the waiter he was going to take the spoon and the waiter played along and said sure, not knowing my dad was actually going to take it. My mom had this look on her face that was like omg I can't just believe you did that! My sister chimed in and said to our waiter that my dad was serious, and the waiter responded with the fact the spoon was made of sterling silver and this super tiny spoon was about $30, almost bordering on grand theft!! The waiter looked at my dad again, and I knew there was on way he was leaving without this one, it was just a matter of time and how he was going to take it. So when the waiter returned my dad said a bird fly by and grabbed it when he was at the bathroom, the waiter winked at him and said sure he did, and then said hey if it's gone there's nothing I can do and patted my dad on the back. THE BEST WAITER EVER! Now as for the food, I mean there's really not much that can be said beyond the fact it is amazing and the quality they use is second to none. I had the ahi tuna cones for my app and it was a real cool idea (kind of like an ahi tuna ice cream cone) but the fish you know was right from the ocean and the little hints of chili oil and cucumber and avocado where just the perfect pairing. For my main course I had the strip steak, and I kid you not the crust they put on this steak looks like they burnt it to a crisp, but then you bite into it and you realize it's the kick ass dry rub and the inside of the steak was a perfect juicy med rare. It was hands down one of the best steaks that I have ever had, and to top it off they cut it for you lol. The waiter we had and the rest of the wait staff were incredible and super attentive, and really made the experience over the top and we plan on going there again when we go back to Maui in December.
(5)
Lulu S.
This is a tough one. The tuna poke cones are absolutely amazing and probably rank among the top 20 most yummy things I have ever eaten. Anything else we've ordered here has not been that great. Fish in general seems to come out overcooked and just kinda average tasting and pricey. Service is always great and if you get a table with a view at sunset it's a beautiful setting. So we'll go back and order the tuna poke cones because I can never resist them but there are better places on the island for fish (Lahaina Grill was great and Mama's fish house is solid as well).
(3)
Jorgen M.
Well what can you say about Spago that has not already been said...Take all of that and add a beach front setting in the Four Seasons on Maui and its hard to beat. Setting- Spectacular Service - Stellar Food - Insanely yummy Some things to try are the Tuna Pokie Cones, Coconut Curry Soup, Pork Chops, Mai Mai Wasabi, any of the desserts.
(5)
Kelly C.
It's a Wolfgang Puck restaurant so you can't really expect less then a stellar experience... and that's just what Spago Maui is- ahhhmazing! The decor inside is very contemporary but gorgeous. We actually had one of the front patio tables that over looked the ocean and I was in heaven! Miso broiled Walu while watching the sunset? Yes please! I'm always craving Opakapaka and green chili and when I found out Spago mixes both together it only took me two seconds to decide what to have for dinner! Let's just say I can't wait to go back!
(5)
Halina B.
I was really looking forward to dining here as I am a huge fan of Wolfgang Puck. The food was delicious, unfortunately the service was unacceptable. When the hostess called earlier in the day to confirm our reservation, she was extremely short and actually hung up on me. I should have taken that as a foreshadow to the terrible service we would later experience. We had reservations for two at 8pm and arrived a few minutes early. For those of you who have seen the movie "Date Night" with Steve Carrell and Tina Faye, I literally felt like I was at "Claw". Like they were doing us a favor by acknowledging our arrival and that we were actually disturbing them! They told us to stand to the side and that we would be seated soon. So, that's what we did...we stood to the side of the host podium and waited. After waiting for 15 minutes, a server approached us and told us we could sit in the lounge (which we didn't even realize existed...thanks to the ever so kind host's). To make a long story short, we weren't seated until 8:30. Once we got to our seat, things began to get better. The bread was delicious! Our entree's were divine! I had the lamb...I don't recall what my husband had. Our server was nice but made a comment that really rubbed me the wrong way. He asked if we were staying at the Four Season's and I told him that we were staying right next door at the Grand Wailea. His response: "Oh, yea...it's a very different clientele over here." WHAT on Earth is THAT supposed to mean?? I'm assuming that he was referring to a difference in social class amongst guests of the two resorts, which was incredibly offensive. It showed a true lack of etiquette not only of himself, but of the entire establishment he represented as well. The food was tasty, but I'd rather dine in a restaurant where my business is appreciated. I'll leave Spago to the more pretentious crowd.
(2)
Leona Y.
Just dined here tonight at 5:30pm and sat at an indoor table with a view of the sunset. I highly recommend sitting outside if it's not too windy (it was very windy today so we chose indoors) and make reservations since the balcony was packed by the time we left (around 8pm).The decor in this restaurant as well as the Four Seasons Hotel itself is gorgeous. The lounge when you enter the restuarant is very nice, a perfect place to grab some drinks while waiting for your table. Valet parking is free as well which is always a plus! Pina Colada: You could barely taste the alcohol in this drink and it was nice and creamy which I really liked. It comes with a slice of pineapple as well as a flower. It's not too sweet which was nice since I was able to sip on it during my whole dinner and didn't make me super full. Ahi Tuna Cones: I ordered this since many people on Yelp were raving about how amazing it was. It came with three small cones which were made of sesame seeds and something sweet. Not sure what they used to make the cones out of. The poke itself was standard. There were a ton of other tables that ordered this dish so if you're into poke, it would be a nice appetizer to share. Be aware that the cones are very small, probably only 3-4 bites per cone. Coconut Red Curry: I also ordered this since it seemed very popular on Yelp. It has a variety of veggies in it which I really like. I'm used to the typical bamboo shoots, basil, and red peppers in my red curry so this was an interesting change. It had some shiitake mushrooms, green papaya, fish, eggplant, and some other vegetables. If you like red curry this would be a good choice since it still has that coconut and spicy curry flavor but with a twist when it comes to the veggies. Passionfruit Merenge Pie: This was my favorite dish for dinner! If you're looking for a yummy, fruity dessert and are not interested in the chocolate lava cake which is very popular here, this is a great alternative. The merenge on top is very soft and fluffy and the berry compote that it comes with is not too sweet. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this if you have room for dessert. I also would recommend ordering some hot tea or coffee with this dessert since it can get a little sweet. I recommend any of the fruity herbal teas which you get a variety to choose from! Kona Coffee Ice Cream: This comes in a crispy wafer-like bowl with about 2-3 scoops of ice cream. It also had a strawberry on top which was a nice touch. On the bottom of the bowl is caramel and chocolate syrup which is nice to dip the ice cream into. The ice cream itself isn't too sweet and is perfect for sharing with 2-3 people. Overall I really liked this place because of the gorgeous sunset we were able to watch on our last night in Hawaii. This would also be a great place for a date since it's not too loud and the tables are pretty spread apart. A reason why I took off one star is because of the price. My curry was $42 dollars without the tax.....was it worth it?? I didn't think so. But if you have some $$ to blow and want to watch the beautiful Hawaiian sunset, it might be worth it for you.
(4)
Dan K.
I heard good things about Spago but it was a bit of a let down. The meal started off good. We had a great view of the ocean. The lobster risotto was delicious. Then the main entrees came out late. My steak and my wife's salmon were room temperature. The waitress was not very attentive. I'm glad I didn't drop the $145 on the 100% Wagyu beef. THAT would've been a bummer!
(3)
James C.
Decided to splurge a bit at Spago for my anniversary dinner while in Maui. The atmosphere is nice but not what I expected. They did set us up with a sweet view of the sun setting facing the ocean. We started with a Zinfandel from the wine list.. For appetizers we went for the spicy ahi cones by the advice of our waiter. I must say those cones are "off the hook!" I'm salivating thinking about them. I've never had ahi cooked so perfect. Those things melt in your mouth. As for our entrees. We chose the lamb lamb chops and the mahi mahi dish. The lamb chops were pretty generous in size, considering most plates are served sparingly. Again, these too were cooked perfectly and served with whipped mashed potatoes and asparagus. I only had a bite of my wife's' Mahi Mahi but it taste as good as everything else. For dessert we ordered the chocolate lava cake which rivals the Chart House'. If you've tasted it, you know exactly what I mean. Make sure you visit Spago in Maui. It's somewhat pricey but worth the experience.
(5)
Sara R.
Can't go wrong at Spago. All the food was delicious and one of the best meals we had while in Maui. The menu changes frequently but the tuna poke cones are a staple on the menu and a must. They have a slight kick and all the flavors come together perfectly. The cocktails and all the food was outstanding, and the setting is on a nice patio overlooking the Four Seasons pool. Definitely an expensive meal (nearly $200 a person - but we did order A LOT of food and drinks) but that's expected from a restaurant at the Four Seasons.
Walu loco moco appetizer was awesome, the beet salad very good, and the ahi with wasabi mashed potatoes was totally awwwwwwesome!
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Ryan C.
Ambiance. How can you beat open-air dining overlooking the Four Seasons Resort, on the beach, in Maui? Service. The wait-staff was perfect. They were accommodating, engaging, and friendly. Exactly what I would expect from Wolfgang Puck's restaurant. Food. How could you go to a world reknowned chef's restaurant and not partake in the tasting menu? Here was the menu we sampled: - Spicy Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones - "Island Style" Big Island Ahi - Broiled Miso Marinated Walu - Kula White Cord Risotto with Sweet Shrimp - Ginger-Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi-Mahi - Indian Spiced Crispy Fillet of Moi - Grilled "Chinois" Style Lamb Chops - Hana Hawaiian Float - Chocolate Malted Pot de Creme Of particular note were the Spicy Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones. What a fantastic way to eat delicious, raw tuna. Beautifully presented and expertly prepared, I could have eaten this for the entire night. I do wish the Kula White Cord Risotto with Sweet Shrimp had more shrimp in the dish. Also, the Indian Spiced Crispy Fillet of Moi was perfectly spiced and flavorful. While the $135/person price tag is steep and artificially high due to being at the Four Seasons, our experience at Spago was absolutely amazing.
We arrived at Spago having made a reservation and were seated fairly quickly. The restaurant is very attractive, but not much of a view. The service at the table was slow. We did not expect slow service at such an expensive, high-end place, but it was was and we were disappointed. Maybe we just hit them on a bad night, but even getting a cocktail menu was a chore, and our water glasses were not filled within a few minutes of sitting down. However, the food was outstanding. The ahi ceviche appetizer was fantastic, as was the local fish choice. Our entrees were absolutely delicious. We loved the food, were not impressed with the management or type of service.
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Mahasti T.
Food is good but the service can be suffocating at some point...
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connie c.
Appetizers and drinks were great. Very windy if you are sitting outside. I could see people's hair blowing all over the place. I wish I told them to go easy on the salt on the entrees. However, the service was exceptional! My fault for not mentioning the salty food to the waitress. I'm sure she would have taken care of it.
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Tina H.
Great restaurant! We let them know we were celebrating our wedding anniversary when making the reservation so when we got there we had the best seat in the house. A table outside facing the ocean. Had dinner and drinks while watching the sunset. Doesn't get any more romantic than that! We weren't sure what to expect as far as the food goes since we had never dined at a Spago restaurant before, so we were pleasantly surprised when we got our dinner. We started off our meal with martinis, sweet corn risotto, and the ahi poke cones and for the main course we had the pork chop and the kobe sirloin. The meal was so good, I'm still thinking about it! After we finished our meal our server brought out a complimentary dessert in celebration of our anniversary. So yummy! Definitely a great place to celebrate a special evening out in Maui!
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Ryen L.
My all time favorite restaurant! Spago has it all: exquisite food, amazing atmosphere, and excellent service. This is most definitely a dining experience. Spago's menu is different every day and incorporates local farms and flavors into its food. The dishes are extremely flavorful and well prepared. My family likes to have the waiter order our food for us (which I notice they enthusiastically do). After a few questions about our favorite foods, our waiter came up with an amazing dinner with a diverse palette. Though we stayed at the Grand Wailea, we ate at Spago every night. Other "celebrity chef" restaurants, take note: this is how it's done!
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Jessie G.
We had our anniversary dinner here 5 year ago and I wish I had submitted a review back then. We just went back to Spago on our recent trip to Hawaii. WOW, still one of our favorites when we visit Maui. Customer service is always amazing as well as the view of the ocean. I don;t even know where to start with the menu. EVERYTHING is great! You need to visit Spago, even if it's only for drinks and appetizers, you will not regret it!!! -Jessie Garcia
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Sean D.
Do I feel a little bad about giving our experience at this fine dining establishment 3 stars? Yes, but hear me out. Let's get philosophical for a minute: When our fellow Yelp reviewers rate restaurants, what standards do they most heavily favor - quality of food, portion size, atmosphere? Likely all of these, but one thing I tend to weigh heavily is price commensurate with portion size and quality, and this is where I have to ding Spago. I am not a diner who expects huge portion sizes and, frankly, find Cheesecake Factory-like portions to be a little off-putting. But I would argue Spago is unnecessarily miserly with both appetizer and entree sizes, and when accompanied by the hefty prize tag, there comes a point where I just can't enjoy the meal. (One appetizer, 2 entrees, 3 drinks and a dessert brought us to $190 before tip.) Two of us shared a tomato and mozzarella salad ($23) which arrived on a large plate with maybe 7-8 cherry tomatoes, a few cubes of mozzarella, and a basil-garlic drizzle. Tasty? Yes. But...you see where I'm going with this. For dinner I ordered the sesame-crusted seared ahi tuna, which at $38 was the cheapest item on the menu. The tuna came in about 7 square slices, was room temperature from outside to core, and was pretty underwhelming. Since this was the first time in over a week in Maui I'd been anything les than wowed, the Mrs tried a bite and agreed with my assessment. The ahi we'd had at Pineapple Grill in Kapalua and even Kimo's in Lahaina were better. She had a macadamia nut-encrusted mahimahi which, again, was quite good ($45), but not as good as Mama's Fish House's offering, and a smaller portion to boot. The two cocktails we had were similarly priced to Mama's ($15) and were about half the size as well. After an unsurprisingly small chocolate lava cake, I skipped the $12-14 coffee offerings and was ready to get out of there. As many past reviewers have pointed out, the view is extraordinary and the service was the best we'd had at any restaurant, and the service was definitely the saving grace of the evening, but we will likely not be back to Spago in the future for dinner - appetizers/drinks and sunset watching maybe. Definitely make the trek to Mama's Fish House in Paia for, in our mind at least, a better meal commensurate with that price range. I'm looking forward to Star Noodle and a break from fine dining today!
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Sasha K.
Spago service is phenomenal. Right now they have a kamaaina special...the lesser priced entree is COMPLIMENTARY... We had steak the night before, so we went with fish for dinner - the deep fried whole snapper for two. The presentation was beautiful, but ours was a little overcooked. The molten chocolate cake with coffee ice cream for dessert is excellent and they have a very good wine selection. It's definitely worth it with the kamaaina special.
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I Am S.
Spago at Wailea was made for Sancho, and Sancho was made for Spago at Wailea. Sancho brought his vast resources to see if Spago was up to the challenge. The twinkle in the bartender's eye as he poured a generous taste of Krug (at Sancho's total jest) right as we entered, let Sancho know that yes...Spago is up for the challenge. The meal raged on for hours, fresh poke', crabcake perfection, lamb, halibut, port, chocolate, more champage, french riesling and money were flying in all directions. When the dust settled, Sancho's tummy had the warm glow of utter contentment. As Sancho sat there contemplating what just happened, thinking about the words to say, Spago just looked at Sancho and said "Shhhhh."
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Maritza C.
Very friendly staff. I had the chicken with goat cheese and it was to die for. The corn risotto was also so creamy and rich. It is super expensive but it has a great view of the sunset and it is a good way to splurge every once in a while.
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S T.
FIRST OF ALL... thank you Spago Four Seasons and Leah Gulla for helping us organize a flawless and spectacular dinner. We had a group of 16, and nearly 1 server for every 2 people. When planning our wedding/family dinner in Hawaii, it was mandatory that we find the best food on the island. The service was beyond the best I've ever experienced at an event...the atmosphere was classy, and the food was certainly the best reception dinner ever. I would recommend Spago Four Seasons to anyone looking to have a classy yet delicious event dinner. Great for foodies. We served the Pork Chop(pineapple reduction) and the Mahi Mahi (wasabi) along with the coconut curry soup... the salad w macadamia nuts (was a huge hit as well.) Everything was perfect. Thanks again!
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Johnny V.
Went here for Thanksgiving and was pretty impressed. We got the turkey dinner which was fantastic. (Kama'ainas get the turkey dinner for half off...a great deal). I had the opakapaka, it was full of flavor. Overall very good meal but a little too pricey.
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Jill L.
We stayed in Wailea with family who stayed at the Four Seasons, and we needed the same day reservation for 9 people the day before Thanksgiving. We were so glad that my husband chose to Spago and that they were able to accommodate us. I was impressed with the service as compared to Ferraro, which we had dinner the very next night for Thanksgiving. For dinner entree I ordered the "HAWAIIAN OPAKAPAKA STEAMED IN TI LEAVES Kula Vegetables, Fragrant Thai Herbs, Green Chili and Cilantro Nam Pla." I was expecting the usual tamed version of American interpretation of Thai food, and I was very pleasantly surprised that it wasn't the case. The spiciness level was just right, and perfectly complementing the fish. Several people in our party ordered the GRILLED HAWAIIAN MONCHONG WITH PINEAPPLE-GINGER BBQ and they seem to all liked the dish. I tasted it but preferred mine better because it's more flavorful. We didn't personally say for dessert because our baby had a breakdown so I can't comment on the that portion of the menu. The ambiance is great, very classy and tranquil, overlooking the pool and the fountain. I liked that it's away from public access to the water and the pool, as suppose to Ferraro, which had people constantly walking through the restaurant going to the beach. But to be fair, they had live musicians playing pretty awesome music, and the view is a bit more outdoorsy, which I liked too. However, the food doesn't compare to Spago. The very 3rd night after our Thanksgiving dinner, we all went to Nick's Fishmarket at the Fairmont, it was nice, but again can not compare to Spago. All of us agreed that Spago was the best meal.
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Gail S.
What a disappointing meal, especially for it's reputation and the price! My husband and I have been going to the Four Season's in Maui since the year it was build...a long time. It is without a doubt, the best hotel on Maui. We have enjoyed many wonderful meals at all of their restaurants, and have even eaten at Spago before with great satisfaction. However, on our latest trip there, it was far from satisfying. My husband ordered the pork chop, medium rare and it was so tough, he couldn't eat it. My husband is not one to complain or send something back (yes...he should have)....and when the waiter came to take his plate with the uneaten chop on it, he didn't even ask if something was wrong. I ordered the Thai curry fish stew. Though I don't like anything spicy (I have a whimpy tongue) I was ASSURED by the waiter that they could make it very mild for me. Well, it came and was very spicy...so the waiter had them remake it. This time it was just as spicy and there was only about 1/2 the amount in the bowl. I couldn't eat it. There were 2 other couples with us, and they all enjoyed their meals, but no one thought it was "outstanding". The service was good, but not what I would expect at this kind of restaurant. Sorry to say...but we won't be returning to Spago!!!
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Arizona T.
Decent food. Much better was had during our time in Maui. Along with Mamas this place is getting a huge bump due to undue hype. The low rating is to help get their average down to where it should be which is a 3.5-4 star restaurant. The Ahi Cones appetizer was simply amazing. It all went downhill from there. This is supposedly a Wolfgang Puck restaurant. After asking when the last time he was there the bartender said "about 6 months". LOL Interesting sidenote is that locals get everything 2 for 1. haha!!
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Bulldog D.
Amazing dinner with an unbeatable view of Wailea Beach at sunset. Hands down one of the top meals of my life. We had the sashimi Ahi and the Thai red curry with seafood. My hubby wanted to order more red curry for desert. Delicious. just an added treat to the already splendid bliss that is 4 Seasons Maui
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Tatum V.
We dined here on the faithful Tsunami eve of 10/27/12. Our reservation was for 8pm and we were promptly seated. Took a but for the server to approach, but we were not in a hurry at the time. I ordered the Kobe Angel Hair Bolognase app and my husband had the Ahi Cones, I LOVED my app - he thougnt his was so so. After reading reviews I was anticipating some tasty bread, but they didn't come around with any until after our apps were takes away, sad. We then ordered our meals, he had the Thai Seafood & Pineapple-Coconut Red Curry which he LOVED and I ordered the Local Fish with Bok Choy and Potato - so so. Right after we ordered the Tusnami Warning Sirens started to go off and the servers were all abuzz with concern. We were told that a wave was expected at 10:30pm, and that their kitchen was closing and we would not be offered dessert or coffee, but we could finish our meals. It was high anxiety sitting and waiting for the food to come *took quite a while* and when it finally did we felt rushed to close out our check and leave. Neither of us finished our meals, and I was expecting something to the effect of - apologies for this inconvience, can we have you back tomorrow to make up for the rushed experience - but nothing. For the cost, and the service, your money is better spent elsewhere.
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John L.
They always say better late than never.... so here goes. My family and I went to Maui about a year ago and decided to go all out one night. We had a very nice terrace end table with spectacular views of the sunset. Took a lot of nice pictures. We had a big group so ordered a large variety of entrees. Some were really good and others were so so. Only thing I remember specifically were the "Spicy `Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones." WOW! The best I've ever had, and I try ahi tuna everything everywhere I go. That alone deserves 5 stars. I gave it a four because it is ridiculously expensive and my wife just remembers that she didn't like her dish.
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Katie K.
Some of the best food I have ever had! Also wonderful costumer service! Suggestion: go at sunset! My husband had the pork chops and I had the lamb.... definitely both recommended. Overall, one of the best dates we ever had. I can't recommend this place enough. Worth the huge expense!
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Andrea R.
Hello, I'll have 10 orders of the ahi tuna cones please? Well, maybe just 1 order, but I wanted about 10. Yes, the reviews are true..the ahi tuna cones are uhmazing! Based on all the raving reviews I'd heard/read about Spago I figured I"d save the best for our last night in Maui. And while it didn't end up being the best meal we had in Maui (Mama's Fish House gets that prize) it was very good! Andy, our waiter, was very chatty and helpful. He not only helped us with what to order at Spago, but gave us a few restaurant and activity suggestions for our trip to the Big Island the following day. I started the meal with a glass of Riesling, which was very sweet (just the way I like it). And then before they brought out those delicious ahi tuna cones the bread lady came out with so many delicious looking breads to choose from! I kind of wished she would just leave the huge tray of breads (enough for everyone in the restaurant) for us, but I chose a few different ones and then helped myself to more Parmesan flat bread (my favorite) her next time around. As for our entrees the hubby and I split the ahi tuna (can never have too much ahi tuna when in Hawaii) and some fish I can't pronounce or spell, but it tasted similar to a sea bass. Both were awesome! And as for dessert...we split the banana creme pie. By now we had 6 nights of really delicious dessert and this was among the best. And the "congrats" in chocolate writing on the plate was a nice touch as well. And while we ate this delicious meal we were lucky enough to be watching the beautiful sunset. And we couldn't think of of a better way to end a perfect week in Maui.
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Steve C.
Great food, period. Service seemed too rehearsed and we did not feel very appreciated after they found out we live here. Walu Loco Moco was delicious, Pork Chop was perfect and the Mahimahi was cooked to perfection.
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Matthew R.
Unequivocally the best restaurant in Maui. The food is spectacular. The view is insanely beautiful. Service is attentive. The drinks are wonderful- I recommend the Hemingway. The wine list is deep and diverse. This is an absolute winner.
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Rita L.
if you're kamaaina its best to come here! why? here's why, buy one entree get one entree free!!!! the onaga, the lamb, and the curry is sooo good!!! when the bread boy comes around, get the onion foccacia! very expensive, but with the special for us locals, its soo worth it!!!
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Denis F.
One's bad culinary experience can leave a bitter taste in one's mouth. However, Spago's management proved last night that they can recapture one's patronage and desire to come back again, and again, and again. i did not take a picture of every course we had last night as i did not want to look or act like a tourist! i should have. i only took a picture of one of the desserts: hot chocolate lava cake with a 10-year chocolate sauce served with Kona coffee ice cream. Delicious. The journey started with a flute of perfectly chilled Billecart Salmon Rose Champagne (the only "rose" champagne i drink). Following an elegant welcome, we were led to one of the best views table in the restaurant. Just like a fashion show, every degustation course presented was a great mix of presentation and offered a great depth and width of tastes and textures, taking our taste buds for a gentle yet adventurous and extremely satisfying roller coaster: Tempura Tiger Shrimp, Ginger Carrot Soup, Gnocchi with a Kobe beef marinara, perfectly prepared Walu (local white fish) served Loco Moco style (i found the concept and presentation genius), colorful and incredibly complex Three fish Thai curry (Opakapaka, Onaga and MongChong). Intermezzo was in order before our entrees were served: Rare seared Ahi Tuna with its two sauces and i got Sauteed Mongchong with basil puree. Both dishes were delightful to the eyes and the palate. Desserts followed (see picture attached) to crown this delicate yet abundantly nurturing experience. All in all, one of the best 10 meals i have had on the island for the past 11 years.....
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Shazam L.
Our second time here! WOW! Excellent service. Superb food. From breads to soups to entrees to appetizers. LOVED the Thai seafood, kid loved the macadamia crusted Mahi Mahi, husband loved the steamed Hong Kong Style fish.The only thing they would be dinged for would be the obvious menu $$$$$$$$ prices, but then again you are at Spago....and the miniature sized cocktails. If you don't mind out of this world prices for EXTROrdinary food..come try this at least once. I'm coming back.
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Jessica G.
When we went to Maui in October 2010, we ate here and it was by far the best dinner of my life. The place was amazing, the scenery was something out of a painting and I ate with my husband, so needless to say, it was one of the best dinners I have ever had. This year we are going to the Caribbean and Disney world for our big vacations but the day I go back to Maui, I will be sure to eat here again. Absolutely amazing.
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Kurt V.
Spago Maui is excellent, a must go for a high-end dinner in Maui. The dishes are well conceptualized, the ingredients were fresh, the flavors worked well together, and the cooking was perfect. Service was outstanding: helpful, friendly, and prompt. A table with a view of the ocean doesn't hurt either. To put it in perspective, I enjoyed it so much the first time I went, I cancelled a mama's fish house rez to go back again a couple days later. Wins - Ahi Cones, Pork Chop, Seafood Curry, Angel Hair Pasta, Seared Ahi, Macadamia Nut Tart Fails - None.
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Clay O.
Very nice feel and upstairs location. Hotel is beautiful. This is an experience. Service is excellent. Food is very well prepared. The bone in prime rib is terrific. Macadamia crusted mahi mahi is outstanding. It is an expensive meal, but the favors of the meal meet expectations.
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Liz P.
Four stars for very knowledgeable service -- thank you Casterly! Good opakapaka and ulumuu (sp???) but for $46 each they should've been mind-altering. Beet salad was good, and corn risotto was good, too. Neither particularly spectacular at $18 a pop. And banana cheese cake was sublime. But the best thing that night? The coconut soup with chili oil -- compliments of the chef. It's little perks like these that make dining at spagos pretty memorable.
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Ron C.
My wife and I had dinner in Oct 2012. The service was great and the meal was well prepared, well presented and also was delicious. We were seated at 530 to take advantage of the dinner for 2 for about $100. The down side was that the selection was minimal. Basically you had only two choices. That said, I would say that the over all experience was very nice and I would eat there again on my next trip to Maui.
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Shawn M.
My husband and I had an amazing dinner there last night! The food was spectacular both in taste and presentation. I had one of the best small bites ever. Not sure what it's called but it's a miso shaped cone with amazing stuff inside. The pork chops were the best I ever had. Ask for Mateo as your server. He knows everything about every dish and gave us exceptional service.
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Sam C.
I guess we were the unlucky ones. Reasons for the 1 star: -Food really wasn't great. My salmon was so-so, my wife's fish was bland. -Service was incredibly slow, we waited about 45 minutes for our entree. -Bad atmosphere, we were sitting at a small 2 person table across from each other with another couple about 12 inches away from us. It was a very awkward experience trying to whisper to each other all night. -Our waiter smelled awful..sorry bud whoever you were, but that odor was excruciating! -Lastly, the price. Incredibly expensive for a relatively small portion. Obviously, this wasn't a surprise, but if the above complaints weren't an issue, I wouldn't have minded paying 50 bucks per entree. If you go, good luck. I though the Italian Restaurant, Ferraro's (also at the 4 seasons) was a much better choice.
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Amy L.
A glass of Gruner Veltliner to open up the olfactories, while we waited for a table in the bustling lobby...How much more perfect could dinner be, what with all of the luxuriousness...We opted for the tasting menu, and a bottle of Billecart Salmon Brut. The one dish that I can still taste, and want to taste again and again, was the Miso Butterfish. Everything was delightful and perfect, but oh how I dream of that Butterfish...Service was seamless and impeccable. And I must say, the poke tuna cones taste a little bit better when you're seated so close to the ocean. One could not dream of a dinner so amazing...
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Paul R.
worth the $. amazing poke cones, super sick drinks (crazy large rough ice cube in my bourbon drink)... great wagyu bolognese, awesome fish, steak to die for. oh and the view..... go at sunset.
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Dave B.
Went to the Spago's at the Four Seasons Resort in Maui. What can I say after that opening line? One of the most memorable dining experiences of my life. Splendid. Worthy of the hype. Terrace seating with a view of the ocean. Had the carmelized pork chop and pan-seared chicken. Complimentary ginger-carrot soup was delicious. Very pleased with staff. Wish they'd come to Atlanta..
(5)
William I.
Excellent service. Knowledgeable wait staff. Succulent food. Go early or late for the 49$ 3 course meal.
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Nicole B.
Yum! We came here for my birthday so we decided to go all out and try the chef's 9 course tasting menu. We were not left disappointed. The fish dishes were absolutely lovely and the view from our table was incredible. The service was also impeccable.
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Sunil K.
Come for the food - stay for the views! (or should it be the other way around?). The food is amazing, the views breathtaking... that said you have a ton of people trying to take pictures in the patio with the spectacular sunset backdrop - which can be annoying for the people sitting at the patio.
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Kristi T.
We're on a work trip (or rather, my fiance's work trip) and call with reservations for 10. I understand that we've changed the number like 17 times, but it took quite a while to be seated. We did get comped the bar bill (worth a lot for sure!) while waiting. Once we were seated, we got complimentary sides of bread, salad, pizza, and seafood risotto for the table. I was full after that and should have just gone home for sure! We all ordered our meals which took a while to come and continuously drank wine during the waiting. The staff was nice, attentive, and knowledgeable. They were very aware of my nut allergy which was so nice. Makes me feel comfortable eating for once! Overall, I think most people were happy with their meals. I had the chicken which was probably my fault - hello Hawaii.... seafood?! Anyway, would definitely go give it another try, but only if you have a few hundo to blow... this place is not cheap!
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Melissa M.
Spago has been our best dining experience in Maui thus far! First and foremost.... the service was outstanding. These guys were like an army!!! Our water glasses were never empty.... and as soon as we were donle with one plate they were trading it out for the next!! We started out with a yummy tomato and goat cheese plate - the tomatoes were amazing.... so yummy and juicy. They followed this with a tomato rizotto appetizer - neither of which we ordered. They were both very tasty. Tried the ahi poke rolls - very delicious. Surprisingly spicy. Beet salad - delicious. I went with the lamb chops .... came with 4 lamb chops - cooked medium rare at the chef's recommendation - and it was cooked to perfection. It came with a mint sauce .... yummy!! Probably the best lamb chops I've ever had. My dad had the pork chops - they were a little overcooked but still delicious. Four of the fam ordered the lobster - 7 ounces without the shell and that looked amazing. Everyone left satisfied and happy. The menu is quite pricey... but was so worth it. The manager of marketing came out and greeted our table.... when we asked for the bill at the end of the meal the waiter informed us that the manager had taken care of the WHOLE CHECK!?!? what a pleasant surprise!!! Think he was encouraging us to stay at the Four Seasons instead of the Grand Wailea next year..... either way we left extremely happy! Awesome experience!!!
Good Food Horrible Service This is one of the more pricy restaurants in the area so I expect great food and great service for the $180 for two people (2 cocktails, 2 appetizers and 2 entrees). The food was pretty good but we had horrible service while dinning there. First of all our waitress was very slow with everything. When we ordered our intention was to share one appetizer and each have an entree. However, when the food was served we were given two of the same appetizer and yes we were charged for both. If we had wanted two appetizers we would have ordered two different ones. At the end of the meal I was full and asked if they could box up my leftovers. They said sure but I never did receive the boxed up leftovers. Apparently they forgot to do that and just threw my food away. Finally when we were paying we used cash. I know that most people pay with credit cards so the waitress might not know the etiquette for cash paying customers. We purposely paid with larger bills so she would have to bring us change so we could give the correct tip. When she brought back the change she gave us a $20 and a $1. We had to ask her to then please break the $20.
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D C.
Our son turned two on our final night in Maui. After a mediocre dinner in Kihei, we decided to treat ourselves to dessert at Spago. We sat at the bar, which our toddler loved. Ordered molten chocolate cake and ice cream, a cocktail, coffee, and mushroom pasta appetizer. Everything was delicious and the kid ate half the pasta. Dessert came out with "Happy Birthday!" written in chocolate on the plate and a candle which my son happy blew out. Bartender forgot to order the coffee at end and our toddler was cranky and ready for bed, so she brought out a cappuccino on the house. Worth the splurge. Will def be back on next trip and try the dinner.
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Joe S.
as major "foodie" my wife and i couldn't wait to try some of the top restaurants Hawaii had to offer during our honeymoon and let me tell you Spago didn't let us down. during our time in Maui (10 days) we came here for dinner twice and it didnt disappoint. i could honestly say that ive eaten at some top notch establishments anywhere from Vegas to NYC to Boston, but spago 100% takes the cake for my top restaurant ive visited. From the food to service everything was amazing (as it should be for a few hundred dollar tab). our first visit to spago we did the traditional couple appetizer and a main dish and they were amazing. when we came back to celebrate our last night honeymooning we decided to order every appetizer they had on the menu. all in all i cant say enough good things other than if i had to pick one place to eat at out of all the restaurants ive been too, then spago Maui would win.
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barbara b.
We went on valentine's day night and yet the service and food were superb. Because they were so booked, they had put out folding tables to accomodate more ppl. They originally put 4 of us at what was essentially a card table that could comfortable fit 2. We asked if they could move us somewhere less cramped and they had us at a real table within 5 mins. The food was excellent. We got the prix fixe menu so I got the poke, risotto, mahi mahi, and molten chocolate cake. The poke was in a unique crispy cone. The risotto was cooked perfectly. The chocolate cake was ooozing with warm chocolate. Mmmmmm! The only thing I wasn't a huge fan of was the fish. On the one hand, I'm not a huge fan of cooked fish so don't take my word for it. On the other hand, a part of my issue was with the roasted macadamia nut "crust." It seemed overpowering to me.... The service was fast and friendly despite the hectic night. I'd love to try it some time when I can explore other entree options.
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Kay M.
Spago needs no introduction I am sure. But here is a veggie's perspective. great! They have a separate veggie menu that keeps changing. I ordered a few items of off that that were great. But the highlight was the Black Truffle Risotto - no cheap imitations here . The truffle was the real deal - full of flavor and very light on the stomach. From the veggie menu the Red Curry was awesome which came with three chutneys that only added to the flavor. Four seasons is known to cater to all their guests and that they surely did to two happy vegetarians.
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Elaine S.
After our horrendous treatment at Nick's Fishmarket (see review), dining at Spago's was an unexpected delight. We have never received such exceptional service as we did that night from our courteous server, Thomas, and his well-trained team. Thomas helped seat us inside, laid napkins across our laps and described the specials with enthusiasm. Each time we said thank-you, he'd reply, "It's my pleasure." How often do you hear that in restaurants these days? When we mentioned that we'd had no luck trying to find another fine restaurant he suggested for a different night, he returned with an envelope containing a printout of Mapquest directions there. We were completely impressed. Before each new course, Thomas would neaten the table and straighten the flatware with a fascinating attention to detail. When I returned from the ladies room, a freshly folded napkin awaited me. We started with the miso-broiled walu "loco moco," a delicious fish that simply melted in our mouths. Next, my husband ordered the Thai seafood curry and I chose the opakapa fish. Both were good, though not as mouth-watering as the appetizer. When Thomas asked how are entrees were, I mentioned mine was spicy, but continued to enjoy eating it. He apologized and offered to have the chef prepare me a less spicy version. I thanked him, but told him it wasn't necessary. Ten minutes later, a smaller version of the opakapa materialized at our table. By that time, I was halfway through my first order and nearly full. I managed one half-hearted bite and stopped. Thomas arrived and eyed me sympathetically. "Would you like me to remove that for you?" I hesitated, thinking it was a waste to discard it, but given the circumstances, didn't feel it was polite to ask him to box up the nearly untouched leftovers. When the check arrived, my husband told Thomas he'd brought the wrong bill. This one only listed drinks and coffee. Thomas explained that he'd removed the entree charges from our bill because "we didn't get to enjoy them together." We again protested that this wasn't necessary, but he firmly insisted. We were speechless. My husband left a generous tip based upon what the check would have totaled with our entrees. Thomas surprised us by returning to question if we were sure we wanted to leave such a large tip, explaining that he was the manager and it wasn't necessary. Again, this is something we've never encountered before at any dining establishment. We told him he'd earned the tip and encouraged him to share it with his staff. He reluctantly agreed, but only the condition that we return another time. When we do, we sincerely hope he's our server again! Our only piece of negative feedback is that the music doesn't match the restaurant's classy ambiance; it was obtrusively loud and featured dated hard rock standards. Something Hawaiian or Sinatra-like would be more relaxing for fine dining.
(4)
Jon E.
Salmon was too salty. Salad too salty. Risotto appetizer ok. Porkchops nothing special had better at the kitchen or side street. Dessert again nothing special. Chocolate molten cake done better at roys or Mortons. Sticky cake not sticky or memorable. Service aloof. 10 min to get menu. Another 10 to order. Another 10 to get bread. 30 more for appetizers. Service slow to clear plates. Very slow. All they stopped by to say was "tastes great right?". Expensive. Much better value anywhere else. I don't mind blowing insane money on food and wine. But on the other hand I've eaten better food than spago for under $10. Avoid.
(1)
Tee D.
Ah, the Four Seasons. I don't think I can ever stay at a non-AAA five star hotel ever again. From the moment we opened our car door at the valet to the time we checked into our room, the Four Seasons set the standard by which all luxury resorts should aspire. It is freaking fantastic. So, it is only fitting that the restaurants at the Four Seasons follow the hotel's high standards. During our second night at the resort, the guy and I booked Spago for an early dinner, mainly because we wanted to catch the spectacular sunset from Spago's open air deck, and second, we were tired of late night room service. We had a prime table on the deck, overlooking the hotel's lavash pool area. Our server (wish I could remember his name) was really knowledgeable and pretty funny. Drinks came in the form of a ginger pineapple mojito for me, and a glass of Torrontes for the guy. Both were perfect way to cap off a hot day laying out at the beach: crisp, light, and refreshing. I loved how Spago presents their bread basket. They have a server walking around with a basket with an assortment of breads, from sweet onion rolls (my favorite) to sourdough bread to parmesean crisps and olive bread. I love carbs. For my entree, I ordered the Ahi: it melted in my mouth. This is what a culinary boner must feel like: AMAZING! I think I just drooled a little reliving the ahi experience. The guy ordered the roasted chicken, which was standard fare, but the mashed potatoes were very memorable. They reminded me of the whipped mashed potatoes my mom used to make for me in the food processor when I was a kid, whipped with a bit of cheese. I actually really enjoyed the simplicity of the dish. This was my second favorite meal in Maui, only trumped by an amazing banana macadamian nut pancake I had at Marco's. Hey, that pancake is really THAT good!
(5)
Gianna R.
Went here last night for Easter Dinner and it was the perfect choice.... After relaxing poolside all day and then coming to Spago made the perfect Easter besides the fact that my boyfriend and I broke up the night before.. lol... We got seated at a very nice outside table with a perfect view.. Started the night off with a Cucumber Martini and it was delicious!! Then I had a slice of the Maui Onion Focaccia it was very tasty.... For my Appetizer I had the Hawaiian Mahi Mahi Seafood Risotto it was very good I loved the flavors and my date had the Walu and he pretty much liked his plate clean... For dinner I had the Grilled Lamb Chops cooked medium rare and it melted in my mouth like butter It is probably in my top 10 best dishes I have ordered the Chili-Mint Vinaigrette was to die for... My date had the pan-roasted organic free range chicken ya boring I know but it actually was very good the skin was nice and crispy.... The service was amazing and every little detail was perfect its exactly what I would expect from Spago I think our waiters name was Jed or Jeb and he was a great friendly knowledgeable waiter for nice experience... Oh I almost forgot Dessert!! We had a trio of Sorbet very good and I forgot the name its some crazy Russian name or something its basically a Banana Souffle it was DELICIOUS!!!!!!! A perfect Easter Dinner!!!!!
(5)
Tim S.
This restaurant was outstanding for Maui standards. The wait staff was accommodating and friendly. The food was prepared very well. the Spicy Ahi Tuna "Poke" was a hit of an appetizer. Only concern was the limited menu. Would have like to see more options.
(4)
Joe M.
This was the most romantic - and most expensive - meal my wife and I enjoyed on Maui last week. In fact, it was the only meal in which we did not include our kids, but we decided Spago would be the best place to have a meal to ourselves, and we were not disappointed. The food, service and decor / ambiance were all outstanding. Spago has a number of tables for two setup along the edge of the patio dining area, each of which is arranged so that the couple can sit enjoy the food and the view(s) side-by-side. We arrived just before opening and were seated at what was probably the choicest twosome table - closest to the ocean. I posted photos of views from the table (and other photos of food and wine we ordered). Based on other reviewers' recommendations (e.g., Lindsay Z. and Charles M.), we tried the Ahi Cones and Sweet & Sour Lettuce Wraps - both were delicious! We'd been eating a lot of seafood all week, and had plans to eat at Mama's Fish House the following night, so we decided to try some non-seafood entrees. The beef tenderloin and Chinois-style lamb were [also] both excellent. The wine list is extensive ... and expensive (I estimate markup of between 300% and 400%). We ordered the Two Hands 2004 Shiraz / Cabernet blend, "The Bull and the Bear", which went well with all of the items we ate, and was probably a bit below the median price for wines (at $113 / bottle). This was the most expensive meal we had on the island (and there were only two of us), but given that it was our only night to ourselves during this visit to Maui - our first visit, almost 20 years ago, was during our honeymoon - it was worth the splurge.
(5)
Seanna S.
As previously said you cannot expect less from a Wolfgang restaurant. I have always wanted to eat in one of his restaurants so while on vacation my husband took me here. I loved everything. There is not one thing I would complain about. It was a amazing experience all around. Maybe offering my husband a black napkin instead of a white one because his shorts were black was a little over the top :) Oh and the view was awesome too. We will have to come back next time we are in Maui!
(5)
BigArm K.
Not that a review of Spago is really necessary but our experience was excellent. Wonderful service, and great food. We particularly enjoyed the tomato and goat cheese appetizer, as well as the seafood risotto appetizer. Both were some of the best I have had. We also had the lava rock flank steak, which was good but not great.
(5)
Robert H.
Visited Spago on the first evening arriving for our honeymoon. Everything about the place met my expectations. The food, ambiance, and service were all wonderful. We started with salads and the famous Ahi cones (we can see why they are so popular...awesome). I had the Salmon that was perfectly done and my wife had the Ahi entree. We will definetly be back to Spago's on our next visit.
(5)
Tracy W.
Highly recommend the prefix menu. It is a reasonable price point and an excellent sampling of the chef's skill set. We felt it was well worth the 45 minute drive to the other side of the island to celebrate our anniversary. Our fish was cook to perfection and we enjoyed the entire meal. Suggestion for Spago.. just leave me the bread basket!
(4)
Jane B.
Spago won't disappoint. Everything was great - food, service, view. Well worth it.
(5)
Dawn M.
Oh Spago. Thank you. We had a wonderful experience. The view is amazing and Spago is truly a special place. I recommend that when you make a reservation, you request an outdoor seat with a view. They had about 5 or so tables for two that were just perfect and romantic...overlooking the pool area and ocean from high above the Four Seasons resort. On to the food...we had been drooling over the Spicy Ahi Tuna in Sesame Miso Cones all week! There were photos in so many of the local dining magazines, we couldn't wait to try them, and they didn't disappoint. Yum. The bread tray offers tons of tasty goodness too. I highly recommend the Maui Onion Foccacia...I could eat that all day and haven't stopped thinking about it. For the entrees, my husband had the Mahi-Mahi and I had the Monchong fish...both were excellent and we didn't leave a morsel behind. For dessert we had the only chocolate option they had, which was like a chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. Also very good, but there were a ton of great and unique options if you don't want the standard chocolate. We wanted coffee with dessert and they offered a few different options which are presented in mini french presses. However, they're $10. each. Seriously? $10.00 for coffee? We ended up splitting it after inquiring to the size and it ended up being enough for just 2 cups exactly, so I recommend doing that because $10pp for coffee is a little ridiculous! All in all, I definitely recommend Spago and when we return to Maui we'll be back. For fine dining options on the island, my #1 recommendation is Capische, with Spago a fabulous #2! A menu with prices (since one isn't to be found online) can be found in the menu case along the beach side path (the one closest to the Grand Wailea) if you want to check it out once you arrive. (The case on the other side of the resort didn't have Spago prices). To give you an idea though, since that is always a major factor: Ahi Tuna Cones ($25 includes 3, although they may offer you 4 cones so it is better to split, which will come to $33.25!) Entrees were in the $45 range, dessert was $14 and wine by the glass from $12 each. And worth it! You can also make reservations via OpenTable!
(5)
Dustin S.
First off, this place is EXPENSIVE. That being said - IT WAS WORTH EVERY PENNY. The food and view was absolutely MAGNIFICENT. I ordered the flat iron steak which was cooked PERFECTLY and my wife order seared ahi tuna which was also cooked PERFECTLY. I don't know how they did it but the searing is so perfect - the tuna had a tiny seared layer about 1/16th of an inch, and my steak had a seared layer of about 1/8th of an inch. It made the food taste so fresh and delectable. The maui onion free bread was also fantastic. The view is right over the resort and lookouts to the ocean. Absolutely splendid meal and view.
(5)
Captain C.
Fantastic service....Amazing food......this was one of the nicest food and dinner experience i ever had....Not one thing bad to say about it.....cant wait to go back
(5)
Darcy M.
I thought Spago was absolutely phenomenal. The pork chop I ordered was the best I've ever had, and my guests were equally impressed with their meals. The staff was amazing and the ambiance very enjoyable (outdoor table with ocean view). To top off a wonderful meal, I had the best mango sorbet ever (I've been dreaming about it almost daily since my return to California). The next time I'm in Maui, I'm definitely revisiting Spago.
(5)
Christy J.
Overview: Great restaurant at the Four Seasons in Wailea overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean. The decor is modern yet comfortable and although there were a lot of diners inside the restaurant, the noise level remained at a moderate level. I was pleasantly surprised at our experience here. In all the times we've visited Maui, my husband refused to dine here because of his multiple poor experiences at the Spago in Palo Alto, CA. Even he was pleasantly surprised and we've added this to our dining rotation in Maui! Food: Tomato Salad: A different version of caprese. Ripe tomatoes were served with room temperature, soft goat cheese. Very good. Lamb Chops: This was my husband's order... I snuck a bite and it was just delicious! I don't think he touched anything else on his plate. The lamb was all he needed. Chicken: I can't remember what they called this but it was simple and delicious. The dish included the breast and thigh - skin on (yum!). This was seared perfectly and the skin was crispy and the meat was moist and juicy. The sauce was amazing as were the mushrooms in the sauce. I loved it. Truffle Chocolate Cake: Basically a lava cake. It was yummy! Served along side was delicious coffee ice cream. I ate almost the entire thing by myself. Hey, I was on vacation :-) Service: Impeccable. Very professional, courteous, polite and on top of things. Bread: So good! There were like 5 choices. I chose the rosemary bread and the foccacia with grilled onions. Man, that was so darn tasty. Plus they served butter with a sprinkling of pink Hawaiian salt. So good! Wine: Good selection. Also a full bar available.
(5)
Veronica M.
We have been to other Spagos and this one is different but as good as the other ones, the location was very romantic with the sunset in front of us, so gorgeous! We had the fixed price menu: a lot of food for a reasonable price! Loved the sweet focaccia, could not stop eating it! As an entree, my husband ordered the CARAMELIZED PORK CHOP WITH MAUI MANGO & PAPAYA, the flavors were so amazing, it was delicious! Everything was outstanding: the location, the service and the food, we will definitely come back!
(5)
Kenia K.
Great dinner selections and wine. The angelhair appetizer was awesome! Portion is very filling, may not leave that extra room for dessert.
(4)
Lauren W.
Dang, I just read Rita L.'s tip about buy one get one free entrees. Wish I knew that when we ate there last week! Oh well... Dear Wolfgang, What have you done? Or maybe what HAVEN'T you done? We ate here a while back and thoroughly enjoyed the fresh pasta -- it was your specialty! But now, all you serve is angel hair. Boo on you. Sincerely, Kanoelani C. P.S. We loved the Kula Sweet Corn Risotto so much that we gave you four stars anyway...
(4)
neal s.
My favorite restaurant on Maui. Our meal started out with a great assortments of breads. Our friends that live here kept telling us that we needed to try the organic chicken with goat cheese injected under the skin. It was great and an ample portion as well. I had the MonChong prepared Hong Kong style that was very tasty and had a nice bite to it from the hot peppers. One of the best things about coming here is that the setting is beautiful (we had a great view) and the service is top notch. it is pricey of course, after all, it is Spagos at the Four Seasons but the food is great and it is well worth it.
(5)
Jeremy M.
Excellent service. Lovely setting. Great pineapple ginger mojito. Wonderful tomato soup and pasta with mushroom apetitzer. Ahi entree was perfect. Why only 2 stars? 5:30 reservation. At the front desk there was a sign for early bird dinner $49 with reasonable price for wine pairings. Never a mention of this special at the table. Likely would not have ordered it. With the check was a card announcing the special. On the way out, I asked the receptionist why I was not offered the early bird special. She said that I had to ask for it. I found this totally ludicrous and the more I thought about it the more upset I became. I assumed my waiter would tell me ALL the specials and not force me to ask about the early bird. Very bad behavior for a very good restaurant!!
(2)
Merlyn S.
All I can say is my husband had the Lamb chops and I had the Mahi and there was nothing special about either meal. The Lamb and what ever else was on that plate was terrible. The dessert had so little caramel you could barely taste it. Also the tomato salad was an embarrassment for 2 slices of tomato each $22. We paid the $300 dollars for our meal but it was the worst meal we have had so far. I was very disappointed. I thought a Wolfgang Puck restaurant would be much better then it was. Mert Shields
(1)
Eric G.
My wife and I decided to eat here when we stayed in Kihei. We showed up about early for our reservation so we grab a drink a walked a little. Fantastic layout and the view is amazing. The food was fantastic and they easily accommodated the fact that my wife is vegan. The service was great and again the view is just amazing. Next time we are in Maui we will definitely return.
(4)
Mike B.
We ate at Spago on 3/1/13. Along with Mamas fish Market it ties for the top restaurant we ate at. Macadamia nut Mahi Mahi was excellent, crab stuffed monchong just above average. Steak off of Keiki menu was extremely good, though the waiter ordered the wrong dish at first. Other than that the service was the best we had in 10 days.
(5)
Mike W.
We have eaten here several times in the past few years and never been disappointed. The food, service and view are all world class. Highlights from this visit were the ahi cones (of course!) and the corn risotto. Don't stay in Wailea without eating here!
(5)
Emily Y.
Excellent. Everything we ordered was so well done and wonderful flavor pairings. The spicy tuna hand rolls--good sushi and instead of nori, the cone was some sort of tasty crackery thing. Yum. The macadamium nut enchrusted mahi mahi was served with an interesting purple sweet potato and other tangy sauce to compliment the buttery dry macadamiums. Tuna steak. Mongchong. Not 5 stars bc really expensive and servings kinda small. The mango, passion fruit coconut sorbet was tasty as expected. Kids meal was ok. Expensive in general, but not for this resort area...they were nice enough to substitute fresh green beans for the French fries. They were crisp and fresh and tasted like they were picked the same day.
(4)
Orv M.
Been going to Wolf's concepts since year 1 at Sunset Blvd., this one is fairly representative to his other asian concepts that you may have tried. Interesting food and good service, nice location if you can get a good view table. Double check your reservations: We used Open Table and got our conformation. Upon checking in for our 5:30 table, the new untrained receptionist couldn't find our reservation, then claimed she did see it but it was for 2 days later!! Called the General Manager over and got that straightened out! Duo and Ferraro's both called to confirm our reservations, Spago did not; and all 3 use the same reservation system. Help! Oh, it was Chinese New Years and I fed the dragon that came through the restaurant my lucky money, next day I had a nice offer on a 2nd home we were selling! Thanks, Spago for setting that up!
(4)
Jonathan W.
Very underwhelming. For all it's reputation and exorbitant prices, you should be able to produce better quality food. The service was good but the plates were nothing to write home about. Perhaps you should try Duo or Ferraro's instead.
(2)
Ann H.
Outstanding every time! Service, food, atmosphere. One our most favorite places in the world to dine!
(5)
Bryan B.
Not your typicall Wolfgang joint. . . This is definitely the best Spago I've been to, hands down!!! The brilliance of Executive Chef Cameron Lewark is manifested in Wailea! We didn't get to spend time with Chef Cameron this time, but it's okay we'll give him the pass since he was busy being honored at the Maui Film Festival as "Maui's CHEF OF THE YEAR"... So we'll let it slide this time! In his absence, his Chefs and Jacque at the front of the house took very good care of us. To start, they sat us at a table with an awesome view of the sunset along the west coastline. Our waiter, Peter was very helpful and knowledgable in pairing the perfect wines with the various courses. Chef Cam is very well known throughout the island. And well deserved, his Ahi miso cones are incredible! I can have like 20 of them as a meal. In the midst of our 7 course meal, I had the lamb as an entre which was without a doubt the best lamb that I have had ever! Our reservations were right at sunset and they gave us the best table in the house. It couldn't get more perfect than this! Sunset dinner at the finest restaurant on the island, spectacular view of the entire coast, incredibly delicious food, and a hot wife with the kids left behind to eat pizza for the night. . . ohhh yea, this is the life! You have to shell it out for this place, but worth every red cent! Besides, it's Maui, it's Wailea... you should be prepared for this.
(5)
Brandon B.
Not what I've come to expect from Wolfgang Puck. One should not have to experience cold entrees at Spago. This is unacceptable and has made us reconsider our Spago plans for Vegas in April. The appetizer and desert courses were great. However, our waitress disappeared for about 30 minutes between serving the appetizer and the time her manager picked up our entrees to be recooked. After recooking our entrees, we got the desert course (wine pairing was late for two out of three courses). Then the bill - with not so much as a "we are so sorry for serving you undercooked pork that could have killed you." Needless to say, not what I expect from WP.
(1)
Kai R.
Be warned - this place is VERY expensive ($80 for a tiny steak). We have been here twice - the first time we had a really nice meal with great drinks. Second time, the first thing I noticed was that the prices went through the roof. Yes, the food quality is good, but it is WAY overpriced for what you get. I know high-end five star restaurants (thanks to a corporate expense account), so I have no problems throwing down big bucks for a meal and I've done that too many times to count. The quantity/quality here simply is out of line with the prices they charge (yes, I know it's on an island 2,400 miles away from the California coast).
(2)
John D.
The only thing that keeps this from a 5 star rating is the associated 7 star price. The food here is flawless and the view amazing. Be prepared to drop at least $275-$500 on dinner for two.
(4)
Bruce S.
Just got back from an awful Christmas dinner at Spago. we had our reservation at 6, and we didn't get our entree until 7:30. What was worse was our kids meal of Mac and cheese and chicken nuggets came at the same time. Our kids were about to pass out. I spoke to the manager and he apologized. He gave us 4 desserts for free. Problem was we weren't going to order any desserts. He didn't bother to ask us. Overall food was great, but was grossly overpriced. We paid $24 for a Caesar salad, and the Mac and cheese was $9, but was a tiny amount of food from a box. I had the Hong Kong style fish which was excellent. The waiter was ok, despite being really busy. I don't want to be a grinch, but I felt that Spago should have understood they were going to be so busy and to have staffed the kitchen appropriately.
(2)
Michelle B.
We have eaten here twice on our trip - food and service have been absolutely top notch. The first time we started with a special tempura veggie & shrimp appetizer - wonderful and NOT overly battered, with a very tasty sauce. Both times I had the beet and heart of palm salad with feta - YUM! I'll admit to having the pineapple fish red curry with brown rice - both times, seriously served with a trio of chutneys - spicy, coconut and another fruity one. Started with a lychee martini that was very original and tasty. The second night I finished with an over the top banana chocolate chip souffle with a homemade chocolate sauce that would be hard to beat. Both nights the service was fabulous, but the second night the server was exceptionally knowledgable about wine and introduced us to a very special Sonoma Chardonnay that they are only allowed 2 bottles of.
(5)
Jessica C.
It's Spago...and it was in our hotel...we had to try it. 2 things stand out: spicy tuna cones (freaking delicious) and the mango infused tapioca pudding (also delish). I wasn't in the mood for meat, so I got a vegetarian dish. Being Spago, I thought they could do something creative - I just don't think stir fried eggplant is worth $25 - maybe I'm cheap! I would recommend Spago for appetizers and dessert - just skip the entree.
(3)
Ryan T.
My fiance and I were planning on having our reception here at the Four Seasons. After being pushed from an events coordinator to the restaurant to the restaurant manager back to some event manager (located in las vegas, mind you) we finally were able to talk to someone about booking the lanai here for our event. My gal was so excited and we told her we wanted to move forward. She sent us the paperwork and then went MIA for 2 days. After ignored phone calls and emails we finally got a response saying that her director had booked the lanai for a VIP group and that if it fell thru she would let us know. I couldn't believe that such a supposedly fine establishment would treat customers like that. Pretty sad. Would take your business elsewhere or they might give your table away to a "VIP" chicken mcnugget. Welcome to Spago home of the highest bidder.
(1)
Michael C.
Our meal at Spago was the highlight of our 5 day trip to Maui. The service was impeccable and the seafood was extremely fresh and delicious. We were tempted to return for a second meal because we weren't as satisfied with the other restaurants in the Four Seasons (I'd rate Duo 3.5 stars and unlike many others, Ferraro's at 2 stars). The tuna poke cone appetizer was so delicious that we ordered a second helping after tasting the first bite. Our server smiled and explained that our request was not out of the ordinary. Other things to order are the spicy seafood curry and a poached sea bass. The Meiomi was delightful as well. All around, this place was idyllic. The decor is fresh and the views impressive. I'd actually give this experience greater that 5 stars if I could. Enjoy! Don't listen to the hotel if they recommend any of their other restaurants above Spago. Spago crushes the onsite competition.
(5)
Mark H.
In Maui, there is no contest. For the best high-end restaurant experience, look no further than Spago's. In the last six years, every single trip to Spago's has been consistently awesome. Great views (if you get there early), fun to celebrity watch (this is Schwarzenegger's favorite restaurant in Maui, and we've seen him there twice. Rod Stewart, too (who really needs to tone down those shirts), outstanding Four Seasons-level service, and of course, some of the best food around. Get an early reservation on the outdoor terrace so you can get a good view of the sunset (530P reservation). Don't miss the ahi cones, and save room for dessert and their plantation coffees. The menu changes frequently, but it's fairly fish focused, go figure. I've had the Whole Big Island Moi Steamed "Hong Kong" style with Chili, Ginger and Baby Choy Sum a couple times now, and really enjoy it. The pan fried whole fish is excellent too when prepared Thai style.
(5)
Pegy H.
Incredible view, particularly at sunset. Excellent service. Great food. We got a kick out of the unexpected classic rock music that was played in the background. I am not sure I have heard CCR, The Doors, Rolling Stones, The Who, etc. while paying $100 per person!
(4)
T. S.
No problem paying top prices but the price verses quality and presentation did not measure up. Needs a technical lift.
(3)
Melissa P.
Since we stayed at the Four Season's we wanted to try all of the restaurants on the property, including this one. Plus we had starved ourselves for a year to get ready for the wedding so the honeymoon was all about catching up on good eating. We started off with a bottle of Shafer, "Relentless" which definitely held up to it's name. The wine was fantastic and set the tone for the meal. We began with the SPICY AHI TUNA "POKE" IN SESAME-MISO CONES - Chili Aioli, Tosa Soy, Green Onions, Pickled Ginger and Tobikko as an appetizer. When they say spicy, they meant it. It was very good but I could only eat one due to the heat radiating out of my mouth. For dinner, I had the caramelized pork chop with Maui pineapple & papaya which was accompanied by baby bok choy, Big Island vanilla, anise, cinnamon, Thai Basil and molokai yams. I rarely eat a pork chop and this was so good that I have decided to start eating them more! To be honest, I can;t remember what Mark had because i was so focused on my pork chop. However it must have been good as he didn't share any of it ;) Our waiter whose name has escaped me, was probably one of the best servers we have ever had. He was a retired chef who moved to the islands with his wife who is a pastry chef. He was so knowledgeable about the wine and food that we just listened to him talk and were mesmerized at how passionate he was about food. It was a great experience and the ambiance in the restaurant is very much like being in some trendy lounge in the city. Very dark with low light colors to create a very amber romantic feel. They have a private room for large parties and outdoor seating to capture the sunset. We really enjoyed the experience but we did feel it was a little too pricey for the quality of food. Don't get me wrong, it was good, but worth $350 dollars..... Only on our honeymoon!
(4)
GB R.
Seems like I give everything on Yelp 5 stars - but I tend to review only the spots that I've had a great experience at.. Anyhow - Spago in Maui will always hold a special place with my wife and I because it's where we had our dinner on the night I proposed! For that dinner, back in 2004 - we simply asked the waiter to ask the chef to make us a sampling dinner and boy were we glad we did that! We got a little bit of everything - chicken, fish, steak - and it was all incredible. Fast forward 5 years and we just had dinner there with my family - including our 7 month old - on New Year's Eve - 12/31/09. I had the lamb chops and they were by far the best lamb chops I've had. Cooked medium rare and they were perfect. I started with the Ahi cones which were fantastic. The service was impeccable. Very attentive - filling water and wine when appropriate. Catered nicely to our 7 month old. A manager or supervisor came over to ask us how dinner was and also talked about his young child. We were on the patio with an incredible sunset view and the warm breeze off the ocean. Yes, this place is pricey. Yes, it could be considered 'stuffy' because they cater to celebrities and athletes, etc., - but this is definitely a special night out - great for a big birthday, anniversary or if you just want to dress up and be pampered.
(5)
Justin H.
Went here during my honeymoon, and it was amazing. The steak I had was great, but the thing I really loved was their tomato salad. It was so simple, but just perfect.
(5)
Sarah K.
we went here last october. the most memorable dish for me was the tomato salad. it was so simple yet profoundly delicious that my husband has been trying to replicate this dish for months, and he's come close but not quite. otherwise, they honor wolfgang puck gift cards here. meaning, if you want to save some money (which may sound oxymoronic dining here), go to your local costco before flying out to maui and buy the gift cards (costco in maui didn't carry them last time we checked). they are $80 for each $100 card, and even though you'll have to buy a few hundred dollars worth to dine here, you'll save enough to cover tax and tips.
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Lily C.
Being from Los Angeles, I've been fortunate enough to dine at Spago's Beverly Hills, Spago's Las Vegas and Spago's Maui. I must say that the Maui location is the best. Very romantic. Located inside the Four Season Hotel, Spago's Maui is outstanding in every form.
(5)
Amol P.
we went to dinner here on the last day of our hawaii vacation since we wanted to end our trip on the perfect culinary satisfaction note. There was a complimentary serving of carrot ginger soup to begin our dining experience. We ordered the perfect cocktail (pineapple ginger mojito) to beat the heat. We were seated at a corner table overlooking the beautiful coastline of maui and the setting sun. The ambience was oh-so-perfectly- romantic, too bad we were in a bit of a rush to catch our flight back home. The service was impeccable and there was a lot of attention to detail. We ordered the coconut crusted crab cakes with maui pineapple and sweet basil aioli as an appetizer which we thought was extremely scrumptious. We were also offered a good variety of breads and asked to pick 2 for tasting. I really enjoyed the cake like texture of the maui onion bread. The best part of the meal was the entree beyond any doubt. The THAI SEAFOOD & PINEAPPLE-COCONUT RED CURRY with Shrimp, Onaga, Mahi Mahi, Galangal, Kaffir Lime, Thai Basil and Green Papaya Salad was nothing short of the perfect combination of ingredients on the plate for gastronomic pleasure. In a nutshell, you get what you pay for when you are here.
(5)
Tim C.
We were on vacation and decided to go out for a treat. This was definitely an experience to remember. As we got seated there was a gorgeous sunset setting in the back. We had a servant that was really friendly and knowledgable help us with the menu. We got a cheese pizza for one of our kids and the guy was so attentive and understanding. He asked whether we would like to have that brought immediately. Anyone with a kid knows how hard it is to wait for a kitchen to bring out a simple kids dish. Well they brought the pizza within a matter of a few minutes. We ordered the Thai seafood coconut red curry. That dish was absolutely delicious and took us back to Thailand momentarily. The Meyer lemon hamachi ceviche was mouth watering as well. All in all, the food was fantastic, the ambience really good and service was outstanding. We even got some great recommendations from the server for other nice restaurants to try while visiting the island. I highly recommend the place.
(5)
Beverly P.
Tonight hubs and I had a fantastic meal at Spago. We have been staying at the Four Seasons Maui for over 20 years, however this was our first visit to Spago. In previous years the menu did not appeal to us, or maybe our palate was just not mature enough to appreciate the offerings. At any rate, had a wonderful meal tonight. Serving sizes are generous. We split the tomato goat cheese salad, it was delicious and the perfect starter size. We each had the Opakapaka Hong Kong Style fish. We asked that the garlic be left off of the dish, and the chef was able to prepare the dish as such. The heat from the jalapeño was perfect. Fish was cooked perfectly as were the vegetables. The side dish of jasmine rice complemented the dish nicely. We had the chocolate truffle cake with salted caramel, macadamia nut ice cream for dessert. It was a great ending to a superb meal. We left the table satisfied and pleasantly surprised. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was very relaxing. Classic rock music was piped in throughout the evening. It was just loud enough to be enjoyed. All in all a great evening out. We will definitely make Spago one of our regular visits on our annual trip to the Four Seasons Hotel.
(5)
Scott W.
Sorry yelpers but this place sucks. WAY overpriced, poor food quality. I live in Napa so I expect (and recognize) quality food, but I really didn't have high expectations for this place, I just wanted a reasonably tasty meal. The poke ahi cones are great. The banana cream pie dessert is good, very cold and fresh. And the $125 steak is good but still waaay overpriced. Good ambience/atmosphere/view. My mahi mahi didn't even taste like mahi and was WAY overcooked. Everyone else in our party (8 people) said their food was either soso or bad. Total bill for 8 WITHOUT wine: $800. I had a way better meal the next day at Kimo's in Lahaina for $15/person. Skip it - there are better places.
(1)
Steve O.
Great service, great food, pretty decor. Pricey but you knew this going in.
(5)
Derek M.
Wonderful dining experience. Steamed Opakapaka was excellent. Big Eye Ahi Tartare was good. Service was great too- even had spot remover handy when my father in-law dribbled some sauce on his shirt!
(5)
Nancy G.
I don't give 5 stars out easily, but our experience here was phenomenal. We even had a celebrity sighting; Shawn Wayans. I had a dish (Thai style curry with fish) that was easily one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life! (that is a bold statement, I know) the wait staff is attentive but not overbearing. They're very down to earth, no snobby as you might expect. Pretty pricey though, but you're in Maui, you knew this already!
(5)
Ilana M.
The food here is nice and the ambience is very lively. But, for the amount they charge for each dish, you would expect pretty much perfection and I didn't find it here. My fish dish was overly salty and, while there were tons of waiters running around, we still had to ask twice for more water and iced tea. The chef's tasting item, or 'amuse bouche' was dropped onto our table with no explanation as an an after thought. Granted they did try to correct the situation once we complained but it not something I would have expected to begin with...
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erica m.
We just got into Maui yesterday and wanted a nice low key evening. We decided to return to one of our favorite places for a cocktail and appetizer; Spago in the Four Season's Resort. We had a couple of drinks and one of our favorite appetizers of all time. The Miso cones. Out of this world yummy! A perfect blend of a little spice, sweetness and smooth ahi sashimi. The appetizer is their signature starter that is served in sesame cones, filled with ahi sashimi, a touch of onion, topped with tobiko and a few sprouts. Presentation and flavors are the best in our opinion. The Miso Cones alone deserve 5 stars. We also had the seafood rissotto. Although good, the flavors were very soft and nothing that 'wowed" us. Yes, the price and quality is what you expect from Four Season's. The grounds and lobby bar are our favorite place to have a drink and soak in the relaxing surroundings. You can't beat this place and the Miso Cones. A must while in Wailea.
Pretty good. It would have been 3 stars but the quality of food, and the service from my water, were great. The hostess are those snooty girls who think they're special for having the door. They'll judge anyone who doesn't look a certain way. They reminded of LA girls, actually ... Basically if you're not white, and dressed in resort wear, they may give you pointed looks or be particularly disinterested in talking to you/dealing with you (even if you have a reservation). So then I got seated on the balcony - because I asked. It was an off/on sprinkly shower day. Evening was falling. Rather than seating me in toward the restaurant, she sat me at the edge. I commented 2x to my waiter re: the rain and need to move and he earnestly said they'd take care of me if anything happened, but during the meal there were at least 2-3 strong gusts, all of which would have have warranted moving me. I guess this was partly mine and their fault so I'm letting it slide but I found it all kind of weird. By the time it was obvious maybe they should move people in the inner areas were filled. Anyway so the food! Good wine, strong cocktails, agree the bread is very good. I had a fish dish of some sort, was trying to eat healthy - it wasn't amazing, but it was good. I had the trio of chocolate, which was very good. Pricing is of course a lot. I think the Wolfgang Puck name really lost it's lustre once it hit 2000, ie, he hit his zenith in the 90s. The other thing is when you have a chain you'll of course pay more attention to some restaurants than others and for whatever reason Puck apparently keeps an eye on this one, probably because it's so visible, high end, etc., and maybe he lives in Maui or has a house or vacations there a lot or something ... Anyhoo, definitely eat here at least once if you're staying in the resort or nearby in Wailea. Otherwise ... I don't think it's really worth a trek to if you're up by Kahului or Paia, etc.
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Su-Lynn T.
I really wanted to like Spago a lot more than I did. We went here on our 2nd day in Maui and wanted a nice splurge meal. We did a lot of research and I decided on Spago because I perused their menu online and it looked pretty good. However, when I got there, the dish I wanted, the deep fried whole Moi fish, was not available. Too bad. The hubs decided he wanted to do the tasting menu, and he rarely, if ever, does a tasting menu so I jumped on the opportunity. I honestly didn't really see what was on the tasting so that could have been why I did not enjoy the food that much. Service, however, was excellent and that is why I gave more than 2 stars. We started off with the Ahi tuna poke "cones" which is their signature appetizer. This was pretty good. It was seasoned well, and the cones had a nice sweet sesame flavor. However the next 2 courses featured Ahi as well, which I thought was kind of strange. They were not bad dishes, but I think I was bored of ahi at that point. We also had a seafood risotto which was decent, in a creamy tomato seafood broth. The entree portion, which was ahi (again) and mahi mahi - didn't taste that great. The sauces on both were too cloyingly sweet, and overpowered both fishes. We also had lamb, which was much better, but I thought my lamb was cut a bit too thick resulting in a slightly tougher filet. But it was still good. Dessert was probably the highlight - an island style milkshake in a mini shot glass, and molten chocolate cake, which you can never go wrong with and their version was made very well. They even wrote "Happy Anniversary" on our plates! Once again, the service was wonderful, but it's too bad we did not enjoy the tasting menu as much as we would have liked. Maybe if I ordered off the menu, I might have been happier with the food. It is also quite pricey for the tasting, at 135pp. However, the ambiance and view at the Four Seasons is really the main draw here, and we had a wonderful time enjoying the sunset views.
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Charlie P.
WAAAYYYYY Overpriced. I went on my honeymoon, and although I wouldn't have traded the overall experience for anything in the world, this place was ridiculously overpriced. I later found the bottle of wine that I ordered for 1/4 of the price I paid at Spago!! The food was pretty good, but not worth the money. My wife ordered a corn risotto as a starter and that ended up being the best part of the meal, better than my salty overpriced fish, and slightly better than her pork chops (which were pretty good). I think you're really paying for the view (they are known for having a great sunset) and the service (which I will say was good). If you're just looking for a good meal and don't care about ambiance, I wouldn't recommend this place.
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Austin J.
The food is excellent and the service is world class. Portions are relatively small compared to the highly inflated cost.
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Bryan B.
Pretty much what I had expected. Excellent food. Excellent service. Small portions. Upscale and slightly pretentious atmosphere. Expensive. $$$$ Food really was fantastic. I had the grilled lamb chops while everyone else had fish. We all loved our entrees. And due to the small serving size, we had room for dessert. Funny how that works. WOW! Bananas foster souffle, molten chocolate cake.... pretty much amazing. Note I said expensive, not overpriced. Overpriced would be Mama's Fish House. They do offer Kama'aina discount for residents which is a definite plus.
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K A.
Compared to the dining experience at Spago in Vegas, this one was certainly more memorable, mainly due to the awesome location. The restaurant is situated on the second floor of the Four Seasons Resort with a wonderful view of the ocean. It's a great place for a romantic dinner. Service is attentive, though somewhat lacking in experience. Food is tasty, but a bit on the pricey side. Wine list was pretty decent.
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Lulu L.
Great! The tuna cones were unique and yummy! Loved the tomato salad as well.
(5)
Sarah T.
Really top-notch cuisine. The space and ambiance is really fantastic as well. I would suggest making a reservation for the balcony so you can over look the ocean when you dine. Everyone here is really professional without being snooty, if you know what I mean. Our hostess for the night tried sitting us literally right in the entrance, and we kindly asked to be seated somewhere else and she apologized and sat us at a better table. As for the food, anything you order will be fantastic. Spago's Wailea definitely has some amazing chef's, nothing short of what you would expect. A little on the pricey side, but I could argue that you're paying for what you get.
(4)
Marc P.
We went to dinner here, since we found out they had a $49 fixed dinner menu. First off, they seated us outside with a great view during sunset. Back to the dinner... They started us of with a complimentary cream of mushroom soup. The fixed menu came with a choice of tomato and hearts of palm salad or tomato risotto. A choice of seared mahi mahi served "Thai style" served with bakchoy and mushroom or caramelized pork chop w/ Maui mango and papaya for the entree. And desert was either sticky toffee cake topped with a sorbet or chocolate lava cake........ I went with the salad, mahi mahi and toffee cake. We also had a bottle of 2009 Don Miguel Gascon Malbec from Argentina. The wine was definitely a great choice to go with dinner. We typically don't like to spend a whole lot on wine, so we went with our friend's wine selection method. Review the wine list and look for the type of wine you like, then pick the 2nd least expensive of that kind of wine. Yeah it may not sound like the best way to select your choice of wine, but it certainly has worked for us. Oh yes, they also provide a very nice selection of different types of bread. Overall, the dinner was definitely a treat for the price. I personally would think twice if there wasn't the fixed dinner price. Our waiter was great and very personable, and he was from Argentina. The other server was very attentive to us as well and kept our water glasses filled. This was a great dinner.
(5)
Leigha T.
If you want to feel like a princess (or prince) for the course of your dinner, go here! The food was amazing, but we just felt to taken care of. And we aren't used to that, but definitely could get used to it real quick. Just a great experience overall. The sunset was an event, the toffee dessert was indulgent, salty - sweet combo that I still am dreaming about. And the sun soaked deck was a memory that I'll never forget.... get the toffee dessert!
(5)
Charles M.
AMAZING! I don't usually start off my reviews with only one word but Spago is just that special. From start to finish, all of my meals here have been worth writing home about. The atmosphere is wonderful, the view is breath taking, the service is more than friendly and knowledgeable. But here is the secret to Spago: GET THE AHI TUNA CONES I'm going to say this again in case you didn't catch it the first time: !*!*!*!*!*GET THE AHI TUNA CONES*!*!*!*!*! Even though the entire dinner of every dinner I have eaten here has been mind blowing, I can never remember what I got for the main course because those Ahi Tuna Cones are soooo damn good! I have yet to find a negative aspect of Spago and I have yet to take a trip to Maui (I've been well over 15 times) where I do not eat at Spago. I would recommend this place to anyone with enough money to enjoy Spago's amazing cuisine, service, and atmosphere.
(5)
Chad K.
Romance was in the air! The outdoor seating offered postcard sunset views and the ambiance and service were par excellence. I wish I could say the same about the food. It was very good, but in that range I expect more originality and excitement from the menu. Fortunate for me, my company was divine. sloppy and unoriginal. if your form LA of SF - don't bother.
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Mr T.
Spago in Maui!!! Yep, this is a great restaurant. My wife was highly impressed and the food/service were amazing. You will spend some money here, but it is a 5 star dinner with an amazing view if you get the good seats.
(5)
D. E.
My favorite restaurant on my trip to Maui! Food was amazing. Drinks weren't typical sugary-syrup stuff and they used fresh ingredients. Service was excellent. Kids prices are actually great! I think they charged $9 per kid (good for Hawaii) and they had a fish option for the kids instead of the typical unhealthy junk most places offer. They even knew not to touch water pitchers to glasses (so you don't spread sickness), so management seems to train the staff well. We made a reservation to go back, and unfortunately we had to cancel just a few hours before because we were late driving back from Hana and had no cell service there. Now here was the true test because they weren't making a sale; let me say that they were incredibly gracious with our cancelation request. Our only complaint is that the staff was busy and so occasionally it took a few extra minutes to get something, but they were very polite about any delays. Great restaurant!
(5)
Troy L.
Spent like $225 for two of us, which was our most expensive dinner we had (and we went to other good places). But it was no better than Sarentos or other places, which were slightly cheaper. View was great. Overall, about average. If you stay there or nearby, go there. But don't go out of your way. Wish i would have tried that restaurant below (Duo) instead.
(3)
Leslie V.
NOT WORTH THE MONEY OR HYPE, go to David Paul's or Mama's instead! It was my birthday and we had reservations for 8pm. We arrived on time and were told there would be a 10 min wait, no big deal. We ordered a drink at the bar and quickly we seated right after. The service started nicely, but we were in for a surprise! They already knew it was my birthday since it was mentioned when the reservations were made. Besides that, it ha been a long day and we were clearly sleepy. I had the ahi poke cones which were fantastic and my mother had the walu, which was also good. We noticed the inside crowd thinning out and many of the outside tables started to finish up. I asked the waiter to bring 1 glass of Chardonnay to pair with my dinner because I didn't want to get more sleepy by drinking a lot. We waited a while for our entrees and when they finally came, my wine still hadn't come. I waited a bit longer before waiving them over he told me he forgot about the wine and I said I didn't want to eat my entire entree without enjoying the wine w/it; I also didn't want to wait longer and have it get cold! I had the crab stuffed mahi mahi and for $45 it was dry and lacked any creativity. My mom had the opakapaka curry dish, which was better, but like licking up sea salt! Seriously? I was so excited to eat here because I'm a foodie, and this is what we got? Then, as we are getting more sleepy, they finally clear our dishes and we order coffee and dessert. The waiter even commented on how sleepy we looked! I normally skip dessert but since it was birthday I decided on the banana split! Go big, or go home! We must've waited more than 25 minutes before it came and had 2 coffee refills from the assistant. How long does it take to slop bananas and some sorbet on a dish? It finally arrived, we ate it and waited to ask for the check since we were crashing. The waiter didn't come back! After sitting there another 20 minutes I decides, to hell with it, went up to the bar and asked for the check. They apologized, but didn't really seem to care. I can understand missing the mark on one dish and even waiting a bit for service, but when the restaurant is half full for dinner service and you know it's someones birthday, the multiple offenses are just unacceptable for the cost. Needless to say, my tip reflected that!
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Heidi C.
Beautiful and Inventive food at the Four Seasons Maui. Try to get a table on the outside porch, because although the inner room has a nice loungey vibe, there's nothing like the ambiance of sitting outside with a gentle Hawaiian breeze and the view of FS' pool and gardens. I ate here twice during my stay and both times were very good. We had the famous ahi tuna cones (delicious!) a variety of salads and for my entree I tried the Whole Fried Moi which was delicious - flaky and flavorful, and another night I had a fish special. Husband tried the Mahi Mahi and another night the Lobster entree. Service is attentive and friendly, we got great recommendations and delicious wine.
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ann t.
It's been a month and I'm still wishing I could go back for dinner. Nice jobs!! Worth every penny. Who orders a steak on an island?
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F M.
Have dined here at least a half a dozen times, but my last meal was a major disappointment. Sent back the fish because the fish-o-filet at McDonalds is generally more tasty. Also, the staff seemed to be very unorganized, but was apologetic for the kitchen errors. My advice would be stay away or indulge heavily in the wine before the entree is served.
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Lindsay Z.
I have had many meals here over the years, and I just had a FABULOUS meal here the other night, and it's not just because Wolfgang was there and shook hands with us (as well as everyone else at the restaurant). We arrived about an hour and a half early for our 9pm reservation, and told the hostess we'd be enjoying cocktails in the bar and to seat us whenever a table opened up. We were able to get a table at about 8pm. Not bad at all. My favorite cocktail here is the Wo Fat, which is like a mojito, except it's made with Bacardi O. So good! Other drinks are delicious too, and all are quite strong. Once at our table, our waiter, Danny, quickly came over to introduce himself. Throughout the meal he was great, both when it came to service and for conversation. We really enjoyed having him as our waiter and I would certainly try to get seated in his section again! I know lots of people watch their carb intake, but don't turn down the bread when they come to your table. My favorites are the olive bread and the Maui onion foccacia, but the sourdough and those little crisp things are delicious as well. I also love how they serve sweet butter but put a little bit of Hawaiian salt on the top. Yum! For appetizers, my recommendations would be: Ahi Cones, Sweet & Sour Lettuce Wraps, or the Kula Tomatoes with three different cheeses. Currently the Lettuce Cups are off the menu because they are doing a special truffle thing, but I was told they will return once truffle season is over. I sure hope they do, they're delicious! For entrees, Danny told us that the Red Curry was probably the best curry he'd ever had. One of my friend ordered it, and we all tasted it, and we agreed - the best red curry ever! I usually stick with the Onaga that comes with Lobster Truffled Mashed Potatoes, but on this night I think the Red Curry and my other friend's Monchong won out. When it comes to dessert, there is only one thing on the menu for me, and that's the Warm Chocolate Cake. It's melted in the middle, and though they serve it with Kona Coffee ice cream I always ask for vanilla instead. They used to have a Pineapple Upside Down Cake that my dad was in love with, but it seems to have been replaced by a Mango Upside Down Cake. Spago is certainly an expensive meal (apps are about $20 and entrees approach $50) but I try to go once when I'm on the island, as it is a great special occasion/celebration/vacation restaurant.
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Linh L.
I would give it 4 stars if: 1. I didn't get a stare down by the hostess for not dressing up. 2. The pole didn't block my view of the ocean. 3. The food was cheaper.
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Alexis R.
We were staying at the Four Seasons, so we tried Spago on our second night. We are from the east coast, so we hadn't been to Spago before. Well, it was really a disappointment! I ordered a glass of Pinot Grigio from the Loire, which the waiter recommended. Well, it actually tasted salty! Gross! Our entrees were OK, nothing to write home about. Save your money and go to elsewhere. Although my husband did enjoy his corn chowder.
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Narendra R.
Have been a few times now and this place is always delicious.
(5)
Izzy d.
Food was absurd!! Tina poke in sesame cones and chili!!! Nice wine list including some aged cabernets (we had a 1997 Montelena). Service was excellent. Mateo took great care of us. Great views and surprisingly quiet.
(5)
Sandi D.
Loved Spago Vegas & Bev Hills No Love for Maui Spago In Mel and I glide....glammed in our Wedding Attire...yes, post " I DO 's " on the beach at Sunset -- (OMG how Romantic !!!) into Spago we go for our Wedding Dinner. We chose Spago since we're staying here at the FS, and we had already eaten at the other 2 restaurants, which were excellent, but weren't "Spago"..... that's what we thought, at the time. If I had a do - over, I'd pick Mama's Fish House, or the semi - private dining cabana at the Fairmont. So why the hating on the Maui Spago -- Let me count the ways. #1. Our dud of a waiter -- no personality, no common sense -- Never offered us any congratulatory ...anything. You would think a glass of champagne would be in order..... OK, every other table was dropping by and having a glass of bubbly with us -- then at least offer desert.....Like I said...DUD #2. The fish was DRY. So Dry. Arid Dry. Dud waiter sells us on the "Whole Fish For 2"...tells us how rare it is, and perfect for 2 people who like fish, as it's some whole fish they only get in a few times a year, flash fried in it's skin, served with head and tail. Flash Fried -- more like PETRI- FRIED. (Get it -- Ok, bad pun-sorry) It would have been terrific if they just didn't overcook it, but they did. We barely ate it, maybe 1/3 -- you would think our waiter would question it-- Nope -- like I said, Dud !!! By that time we were really drunk, and having a great time with our new friends, so our minds weren't on the food, so all was good, but I don't want you guys to have a Meh Dinner...so my advise is: Either Don't Order the Fish OR Tell them to UnderCook the Fish -- maybe it will come out moist for you. Oh, and there is no view -- other then the sky and of the FS --if you want view..go to the Italian Restaurant, Ferraro's -- now that's a view --it's right on the beach. Has live music as well, Very Romantic !!
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Gen K.
Delicious Opakapaka "Hong-Kong" style. Our waiter who served us bread and water was excellent. Very sweet French man~ We requested outdoor seating and had a nice view & enjoyed the ambience. Great Ka'aimana discount! 50% off 1 entree with 1 HI ID or buy 1 get 1 entree free for 2 HI IDs! (my only concern is that with the Ka'aimana discount, our waitress said that they automatically put an 18% tip, when in actuality, it was a 25% tip...) Overall, nice place for a special dinner.
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Mattthe M.
Atmosphere at any restaurant on the island cannot compete with Spago. Great looking place - they really paid attention to the details. Bar is a great place to grab a cocktail before dining - very inviting. Food is tremendous. Wine list an A. Service very friendly and knowledgeable. This is a must stop if you are in the area.
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April B.
Had the lettuce cups and their Thai red curry (both containing the fish of the day: onaga[?]) and it was yuuuummmmyyyy. I've been on Maui for a week now and everyday I've been having my meals with steamed jasmine rice. I just can't get enough of that fluffy, white, steaming jasmine rice and it was just absolutely scrumptious with the curry. It was "broke da mouth, brah"! I enjoyed last night's dinner so much that I booked another dinner reservation for tomorrow night.
(5)
Mimi G.
The setting of Spago is beyond words amazing. The room is beautifully styled and our group of four was seated at the outside corner table which made us feel like we were on the bow of a ship on a beautiful calm night. I was really looking forward to this dinner. My first concern was when I saw fresh Hawaiian Opakapaka on the menu. This fish is out of season in Hawaii and illegal to catch or sell. When we asked the waiter where the fish was really from he said that they bought fish directly from fishermen and it was legal to catch and sell up to five fish. This is not true, which means that either there are some Maui fishermen committing a federal offense or the fish is not from Hawaii--I suspect the later. I ordered the Mahimahi, which is plentiful in Hawaii and always legal to catch. I specifically asked that the fish not be prepared well done. My first thought when the fish arrived was that the piece was about the size of the amount of fish I would have fed the cat, my second thought was that it looked over cooked. It was so badly overcooked and dry that I could not finish my feline sized piece of fish. Normally I would have sent the fish back, but we were with another couple and I did not want to spoil the ambience of the table. My husband had the pork chop and he said it was good. We ordered desert, which was fine, not memorable and coffee. The dessert arrived, the wait staff disappeared and we waited. After about 15 minutes the manager came by, I believe so that we could tell him how great the evening had been, we told him that we had been waiting a very long time for the coffee and would like to have it with the dessert. He said he would take care of it right away and rushed off. About five minutes later coffee arrived. The other couple had expresso and claimed it to be good. My husband declared his coffee to be undrinkable. I tasted it and it was indeed undrinkable--barely luke warm and tasting like it was left over from breakfast. I manager returned, again expecting praise, and my husband who was at this point beginning to get a little irritated demanded that the manager taste the coffee, he declined and eventually a new hot cup arrived. Even if this had not been a very expensive dinner, we would have been very disappointed. If it had just been the problem with the fish it would hot have been a big deal, but the combination of the fish and the fact that the service dwindled as the evening progressed made for a very disappointing evening.
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Kevin M.
The food here is fantastic! The tuna tartare cones are wonderful, and the fish was exquisitely prepared. Even the chicken was great. We had the $49.95 fixed price menu, and loved it. The only problem was that there were high winds the night we were there, and despite wearing my jacket, it was pretty uncomfortable by the end. On a calm, warm evening this would be dining heaven!
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Mindi G.
It's hard to say something that hasn't already been said. I'm a regular Maui visitor and I eat at Spago every time (sometimes twice). Given the high prices, I wish I could find some reason not to! But, the sashimi melts in your mouth and is incredibly fresh every time. The flavors are always harmonious and creative. The menu changes a bit, but many of the items are always there. The only knock against Spago is that, when busy, it can be quite noisy and difficult to hold a conversation. I was also there on a holiday weekend one time when they seemed understaffed, so the service was much slower than usual. Stick to non-holidays and weeknights if these kinds of things are problematic for you.
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Catherine D.
Had reservations months in advance for my last night on Maui. Perfect choice ! Wonderful experience made even better by the staff. Had the great sushi appetizer cones and then the fantastic whole Opakapaka which was deep fried and perfectly prepared then fileted at my table. Delicious breads were served along with drinks recommended by the terrirific waitress, Nicole..... Mahalo again for excellent service ! Perfect table location, great wine selection and flavorful food. My last night on Maui was perfect and made up for the huge disappointment at the Fairmont Kea Lani which I do not recommend ! This was not only delicious but totally enjoyable with great staff and service. Mahalo, I plan to return very soon. I am a real Foodie from New Orleans so I know good food !
(5)
susan b.
loves spagos at the 4 seasons maui - great food/service - expensive - but worth it
(5)
PK A.
By far one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Great for special occasions. If you're seated outside, make sure you get a seat facing the ocean; the sunsets are amazing.
(5)
Kellie G.
YES!!!!! This is by far the BEST meal I've had in a long time. Chef Cam...you are amazing!!!!! Beautiful views, wonderful service and the most delicious seafood treats ever. I LOVED it!!!!!! We went Valentine's weekend and enjoyed a romantic table with views of Wailea beach. The Ahi Cones, butterfish, salmon, pork chops....everything was so incredibly delicious, I wanted to keep eating the entire night!!!!! I LOVE Spago and can't wait to go back and enjoy the delicious meals served up by Chef Cam.....
(5)
Alexandra P.
My Old Job - so maybe I am a little biases. The room is beautiful. How I miss getting to gaze out at the sunset everyday at work. The flash cocktail with the muddled raspberry is so yummy and possibly the best steak on the island. A little hidden secret, they have Kamaaina night every night. 2 for 1 entree with 2 valid HI Driver licenses. So now your honey has no excuse not to bring you.
(4)
Chloe H.
went there on the last evening of our trip. quality is top notch....breathtaking views....i got the pork chop which was just a-ok....excellent service...
(3)
Nicole W.
Went here on our 1 year wedding anniversary. Sat outside on the veranda. The views were amazing. I had a Thai curry fish dish that was orgasmic. I really enjoyed the setting and the service.
(4)
Dan D.
Some of the best food we've ever eaten and the service was superb! They bent over backwards to adapt their food for vegetarians. The Maui onion foccacia and tomato salad were killer! Yes it's expensive but worth it and the views are incredible. Make reservations ahead and get an outdoor table with a view.
(5)
Monique C.
I like spagos....A LOT! It' s hard to find a place in Maui that is open past 9pm for dinner (thier open till 9:30). Anyways it's beautiful in there. The decor is kinda a flowy orange and red, along with huge blown up pictures of sea anemones and urchins. The bread arrangement they offer to you when you're seated is awesome! So many to choose from. Food prices aren't actually that bad, and bonus it your local its buy one entree get one free! I usually order the pork chops with the Molokai purple potatoes~ yummy...my mouths drooling already:)
(5)
Sara C.
Now this is how it should be done. My husband and I ate there last night and we had such an amazing time. Service was extraordinary and the food was fantastic. You absolutely must try the loco moco appetizer. It was literally the best thing we have ever had. We plan on going back one more time before leaving Maui now just to have this appetizer. It is that good. My husband ordered the lamb and he said it was &$@/& awesome. Enough said. He ate the rest this morning for breakfast. I ordered the Thai seafood with red curry and it was delicious. A little spicy for more sensitive palates but still really tasty. I love the variety of the sauces that come with it so you can adjust the flavors as you'd like. The variety of breads to choose from was a plus. And the cookies they gave us at the end for our anniversary were a perfect ending to the meal. We left with full bellies and huge smiles. Great job and exactly what we were hoping for.
(5)
Mike C.
i'm not the most experienced fine dining patron, but Spago was the best place i've ever been to, hands down...but that's what is expected with a restaurant of this caliber. everything was outstanding; great service at all levels from we were greeted and seated, then with the waitstaff, servers and bussers, to when we left. the food speaks for itself; fresh ingredients, seasoned and cooked to damn near perfection all the way around from apps, entrees (ahi tuna) to the dessert (austrian crepe). for me, it's what fine dining is all about.
(5)
Pamela M.
My fav restaurant. We ate here almost every night on our honeymoon. The tasting menu is the best! They change it up so don't worry about getting bored. Come with an appetite because it's a lot of courses and everything is so delicous that you just can't stop eating! The ocean views are beautiful. You'll also probably see some celebs, we saw the governator (arnold schwarzanegger) and his family and also britney spears on our last visit.
(5)
Jun W.
My girlfriend and I came here for our 1 yr anniversary. Dining here was a wonderful experience. We ordered the tuna for appetizer. That was the first time I had real wasabi. They shave it from the actual root. Way better tasting than the paste. I ordered the lamb, ummm, love the lamb. Flavor was perfect, a nice sear on the outside and pink in the center. Expect to drop a pretty penny here. Eat slow and enjoy the view.
(4)
steve b.
We have a Spago's in Palo Alto which is a bit tired so I tried this one with trepidation even though we were staying in the hotel. Surprise - great meal, great service (attentive but transparent) great sunset. Still ridiculously overpriced but it matches the room rates.
(5)
L A.
great atmosphere and view. food is pricy but worth it. service was fantastic. I took my 5 year old and 2 year old and they did just fine too. There are lots of families with children in this rest. would def. go back again
(5)
Mrs. T.
My Husband and I dinned at Spago tonight and it was phenomenal! From the hostess greeting to being seated right away and before our reservation time they took care of us from the start. Onolani was our server and was very very informal. She answered all of our questions confidently and suggested the most savory items as well. The Sommelier Luke came to help us select a wonderful wine. The Northstar Merlot was a stellar compliment to our Lamb and Rib Chop. Luke even informed us about the island and things we should experience before we leave. Overall it was a wonderful experience that left us feeling we had to come back before we leave Maui! Highly Recommended.
(5)
Danforth Ridgewell Rutherford V.
Pretentious overpriced crap. Bring some arm candy.
(1)
Britney C.
Not really impressed and there are much better food and vew options for the money. (See my review on Capische). I got the goat cheese and heirloom tomato salad for starters and it was ok. I got a forgetable appetzer for my dinner. My husband got the fish curry, and again just ok. The best thing I can remember was the maui onion bread that came before dinner, it was really good. But I don't enjoy paying $200+ for really good bread.
(3)
Jon N.
Spago Maui offers inventive, first-rate cuisine and dining experience, at stupendous prices. We have been there three times over our past two visits, and never been disappointed. Service is constant, friendly, almost excessive. Fish is perfectly prepared, sashimi totally fresh. Two-tops at balcony edge fill fast, offer spectacular view of Four Seasons beach before dark. Spago is even OK for kids if you can stand the price.
(5)
Rob C.
Just about as good as it gets. Great service, great ambiance, and the chef really delivers. The caprese salad, the bread, the ahi tuna cones, all were just a setup for the first rate main dishes. My seafood curry dish was outstanding. I can't remember the last time I went out to dinner and every single dish we ordered was an A....next trip to Maui, Spago is at the top of the list.
(5)
Nick T.
There simply cannot be a better restaurant on Maui. It's on Four Seasons property but not run by the hotel. The food is fantastic and the ocean views are amazing. Ask for table 52 if you can get it. Best seat in the house. The Ahi cones are a masterpiece and a must have. The wagu steak at $140 is a bit pricey but totally worth it. I eat my steak rare but I would suggest asking for this particular steak rare +1 because its soooo marvelously marbled.
(5)
Debbie B.
We went to Spago in Wailea last night for our 31st Wedding Anniversary. Our reservations were at 5:30 pm. We ordered from the prix fixe menu. My husband selected the salad and swordfish. I selected the risotto and salmon. We both selected the molten chocolate cake with coffee ice cream. We also both selected the wine paring. Our evening could not have been more enjoyable, and the food was fantastic. Our server, Andy, was attentive and thorough in his recommendations. We loved the breads served, and both had second helpings (I especially liked the sweet maui onion bread and my husband's favorite was the olive bread). Our water glasses were constantly filled. The quality and quantity of food was outstanding. I had been reading reviews and was apprehensive about the portions being rather light. This was not the case. Our leisurely dinner last until about 8:30 pm. We felt neither rushed or too lengthy. The table we were given was in the middle of the window overlooking the infinity pool area. We preferred to dine inside because the wind was too strong in the patio area. The staff opened up the window in front of us, and the breeze was refreshing, but not too strong. What a beautiful experience. We can't say enough about the service, food and environment. All plusses!
(5)
Tawn N.
I was really disappointed with Spago. First, the service was not helpful there was one person with a food allergy in our party and our server told us there was nothing they can do for us and suggested we check with one of the other Four Seasons restaurant. We ordered a meal from the Four Season's and had a couple of managers came over to give us updates and to tell us that they changed the oil to make sure there were no cross contamination. (The Four Season's Resort ROCKED!!!!!) Now back to the horrendous service and our food at Spago. The only good thing about Spago was the view and the bread. The view can also be had at any of the other resorts in Wailea. There were six in our party and four did not enjoyed their food. After waiting 1.5 hours for our food, the Mahi Mahi came out at room temperature. The Snapper dish was spicy even though the server assured us that it was not. The Organic Chicken dish was bland. Does the chef believe in spices? The curry dish was good and on par with the expectations of how food should taste at a restaurant of this caliber. We will not come back to Spago on future visits but will go to other restaurants that have consistent service and quality like Mama's Fish House in Paia and the newly open Malu at the Marriott.
(2)
Ligaya T.
spago was opened in 2001 by wolfgang puck, so its obviously delicious and expensive. as the first puck restaurant i visited i was very impressed. every aspect blended the materials, colors or tastes of hawaii with classic design and flavors. the decor was sophisticated but simple (as was the rest of the four seasons) and the views of the ocean were amazing. i went went with a bunch of twenty-somethings and everyone was surprisingly polite and attentive. they even let me take my pretty ebony chopsticks home. i was blown away by the presentation of the dishes. the ahi tuna cones precariously balanced in their stands, sauces swirled on dishes, colors contrasting and blending. everything tasted fantastic, of course. the scallops were expertly browned and came with a delicious garlic-pepper sauce. pair it with a nice wine and you will be in ecstacy. the crowd was a bit older than us, but i suppose that is to be expected at a more pricy establishment. thinking back, i feel like the dishes could be more innovative, but considering the clientele, spago's formula will no doubt maintain its success.
(4)
David B.
Overall, this is one of the most disappointing fine-dining experiences I have ever had. (4/8/09) Yes, the view is beautiful - especially at sunset. However, the parking for non-residents is not close by the hotel entrance. The menu lacks variety and the night we were there, no one was having any fun because the restaurant lacks ambiance. We (privately) nicknamed our female server "Waitron" because she was so robotic. Throughout the evening she spoke to us in an almost surreal way - as if she were auditioning for a part in Pride & Prejudice. She clearly does not understand the meaning of genuine hospitality and while she was relatively efficient and attentive, she did not extend herself to engage the table in any way. Maybe that's what Spago's regular clientele expects and if so, that's one of the reasons I won't ever eat at a Spago again. The young lady that served the bread and water, however, was delightful, efficient and attentive. Speaking of the bread, while the Maui Onion foccacio is delicious, I think it's hilarious that so many other reviewers chose to highlight the bread as worthy of rave reviews......it's bread! One of us ordered a Mai Tai, which had too much lime juice. He told the server and she took it to back the bar. When she returned she re-presented the same drink and said the bartender had added pineapple and it should be fine! Our group was very pleased with the appetizers (mine was an amazing lobster risotto). Unfortunately, not one of us was satisfied with our entree. I ordered the caramelized pork chop with Maui pineapple & papaya which was accompanied by baby bok choy and Maui sweet potato puree. While the chop was fine, the sauce was nauseatingly sweet. The wine, dessert and coffee were all pricey but right in line with what you would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. At one point during our meal a person we later determined was a manager/supervisor passed by our table and said he hoped everything was fine as he glided past. At a fine dining restaurant, I would fully expect a manager to introduce him/herself, ask how everything is and wait for a response before moving on. Our bill was incorrect as a manager had inadvertently added an automatic gratuity from another table, which did not show up on the itemized bill. We realized the error, however it took the server a long time to verify what had happened before rectifying the error. So, although she could see that we had been over-charged we had to wait for her to figure out the reason why and then fix it. I'm with Andrea R. If you want a dinner you'll never forget on Maui, go to Mama's Fish House. P.S. I forwarded my review to Spago and I did receive a prompt email acknowledgement from each of two executives. They did not specifically address any of the issues we encountered but did offer to call me to discuss them if I were to provide a phone number. I don't see any point but I do hope they can take the criticism on board. I guess at the end of the day, it's just one opinion.
(2)
Bob B.
Nice sunset view at the Four Seasons, Maui. Overpriced. Decent food. Good service. That says it all.
(3)
Connie O.
Perfect setting for upscale dining . A little noisy, but fun people watching.
(3)
Mariana L.
Amazing meal. Every dish was a winner. The crabcake starter was a favorite among the 5 guests who ordered it. My father's mon chong, he said the best fish he has ever had, (and my sister exclaimed, "and wow, you're old!"). I had a very rich lamb chop main course. My Hubby's curry seafood dish was too spicy for his taste, but still good. Our table ended the night sampling every single dessert on the menu. Nuts? Yes. But it was amazing. My favorite was the coffee cheesecake, while my mother's was the banana crepe. We had to take the cookies home, (not exactly a bad thing). Jonathan and Jacques made the night special.
(5)
Jesse O.
Love this place! Wifey and I dropped in on a Sunday night with no reservation. Food was great, service was great...not a single complaint.
(5)
Kepa D.
Spago. Big name, tough to live up to, but they generally did a very solid job. Decor is a bit odd, but the whole resort is an odd combination of different design elements and styles so that shouldn't be a surprise. Our server was very good. Great personality, attentive but not intrusive. We split several appetizers (the yuzu tomato sorbet was very interesting) and moved to the free range chicken for dinner. All dishes were well prepared, balanced and tasty. Nothing gave us the WOW factor after our steak at DUO the night before, but Spago was good. The Hana mint tea is nice local touch for after dinner.
(4)
Courtney F.
food and service were delicious - drinks were awesome! Expect to pay top prices, obviously, but this was some of the better food on the Island aside from Capische.
(4)
Daniel R.
My wife and visited Maui for a conference. Our last night I took her to here for dinner. Absolutely excellent. Service was excellent. The staff were always right on our progress. Made me feel very important. Not rushed. And good suggestions. Food was excellent. The view before sundown was spectacular. But of course it's Maui. Wonderful experience
(5)
Chad C.
I'm not sure I've had a meal that included a better view. I have had better meals however and many of them for a fraction of the price. I've had a handful of meals more costly than this one, but they were all considerably better. The service at Spagos is exceptional however. They are attentive and friendly. Even if the money weren't a consideration, I would recommend Roy's over this place. It's hard to beat the Four Seasons in Maui, but location and service aside, I don't think the food at Spagos is as exceptional as it should be.
Second visit to Spago which is located inside the Four Seasons Hotel in Maui. Our first visit a couple years ago was decidedly underwhelming. We agreed that if we came back to the Four Seasons we would skip Spago. But our plans to go to another restaurant fell though on one of our nights, and so we decided to give Spago a second chance since they were right downstairs from our hotel room. First off, we had better seating this time. It's amazing how seating can affect your attitude and view of a restaurant. We were on the patio and there was a cool breeze blowing and we had a bit of an ocean view. "Hot Legs" cocktail was good. I don't enjoy ordering cocktails that have funky names like these. Makes me feel like an idiot. "I'll have the Hot Legs please." But the cocktail was good, so not all was lost. Waitress was down-to-earth, approachable and helpful. That's the kind I like! Sorry not to remember her name! She recommended the following: +SPICY AHI POKE CONES (0/5) - Funny thing. Two years ago, on our first visit to Spago, we ordered these and it was not a good experience at all! The fish was slimy and I couldn't even continue after the first bite. We all remembered that experience, and cautioned ourselves not to make the same mistake. But after reading the new and improved menu, the description of the dish was different. The fish was described as a puree in the cone (which sounds kind of weird to me now after the fact). In any case, we tossed caution to the wind and ended up ordering it. We thought the different treatment of the fish would eliminate the sliminess factor. But in fact, it didn't. They were *still* slimy! Live and learn. Sometimes you need to get burned twice I guess. +TOMATO SALAD (4/5) - Not dazzling, but enjoyable. Tomatoes could be fresher, and more flavorful if I'm being picky (and I am). +WAGYU ANGEL HAIR BOLOGNESE (5/5) - My daughter completely enjoyed this dish and insisted it I give it a 5/5. Portion was slightly undersized in my opinion. I tasted it and approved. Sauce was suffering just a wee bit from a salt/sugar imbalance. But again, picky picky. Didn't recognize the WAGYU-ness of the sauce. Tasted like a Bolognese made with regular beef. +THAI RED CURRY WITH MAHI MAHI (5/5) - Winner dish! But again, undersized portion. Served with rice, the tender, white chunks of Mahi Mahi were complimented by the creamy, coconut curry. If you're in the mood for curry, you cannot go wrong with this dish. +PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES (5/5) - We were introduced to these by finding them on the beachside menu. The cookies were that sandy, gritty kind of texture which was great. The vanilla ice cream inside was the perfect match. We ended up ordering these three times during our stay - twice by the beach, served to us while in our lounge chairs, and then ordered once in the restaurant! After this, our second visit, I think Spago did enough to redeem themselves. I'm pretty sure we will come back next year when we come for the summer.
(4)
Sheeva G.
What a lovely experience we had! I've been to most of the other Spago's and this was my favorite for sure. My bf and I had a table that overlooked the resort and beach on the side, and the ocean in front of us. We had a superb meal and great wine, and our server was so sweet. Everything was great!
(4)
Mike P.
Celebrated my wifes birthday there a few nights ago. The staff was very attentive and our sever Meghan was extremely accommodating. We both enjoyed seafood dishes and they were well-prepared. A nice touch from staff was a surprise birthday desert for her. Great job!
(5)
Karen C.
This was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. This is a pretty big restaurant but most guests were out on the patio. We had a nice table with a beautiful view of the sunset. One of the restaurant managers helped us take a picture with the sunset in the back. That is just one example of the really good service we got. We decided to save room for dessert so we just had entrees and no appetizers. They did start us off with a gift from the chef - a really nice tomato and ginger soup. The ginger was there but it did not overpower the tomato. Not spicy but very flavorful. Our entrees did take a bit of time to get to us but they were worth it. I had the Thai Seafood & Pineapple-Coconut Red Curry which was Mahi Mahi, Ono, Kaffir Lime, Thai Basil and Green Papaya Salad. It was so flavorful. A bit too spicy for me but delicious. Luckily I had the Jasmine rice to cool down the heat. Definitely a dish I would love to eat again. My mom had the "Szechuan Style" Braised Mahi Mahi which included Shiitake Mushrooms, Gingered- Baby Bok Choy and Jasmine Rice. My mom really enjoyed her dish. The fish was nicely cooked. We both had dessert. I had the Snicker Tart With Marshmallow Cream. I don't think it tasted like Snickers but it had a good caramel flavor and cookie crust. My mom had Kona coffee ice cream. Good coffee flavor. We had incredible service. Always filling water glasses. Making sure we were good. Definitely taken care of.
(5)
Robert B.
I was so excited to celebrated my birthday at Spago, but they served me an amuse bouche that burnt my tongue. So, I left the place as soon as possible. I cannot believe such a wonderful restaurant has sunk into such a state of disrepair. I will NEVER return!!
(1)
Michael G.
Easily the best meal and experience ever. 7 course meal with pairing wines was beyond belief. Incredible tasting, course after course. Not to mention the view and amazing expertise from the servers and manager.
(5)
N K.
Food was truly amazing. The focaccia was truly amazing. Although initially our waiter seemed a little distracted and short, he became more attentive as the night went on. We were seated outdoors and it was uncomfortably warm. I know it's Maui and maybe this was unseasonable warm, but maybe fans would help make it more comfortable? The tofu dishes were delicious and they were very accommodating once we insisted on getting the vegetarian menus we requested. Overall it was a good experience.
(4)
Sadie S.
I admit my experience here was outstanding partially because I came here with a hot island boy who knew the managers and bartenders. As a result we were treated like VIPs. We were fortunate enough to try the ahi poke cones, mushroom soup, vine ripened tomato salad, pasta bolognese and the chicken. Everything tasted amazing, was beautifully displayed and the portion sizes were generous (especially the chicken which we couldn't finish so we brought it home to share with the doggies). Excellent food and friendly service! I'll be back!
(5)
Emily T.
We were lucky to get a sunset view. The service was superb and the setting is phenomenal. We had the ahi tuna, roasted chicken (the best we have ever had), and Thai seafood curry. Everything was delicious and flavorful. It is the perfect place for a special meal. We will be back!
(5)
Dan S.
Food was amazing, 5 stars hands down for quality, creativity, and unbelievable taste. Service was attentive and "good", but a little below par when paying 120+ pp. still worth it given the quality of the food. My 1 star deduction is actually for the music. Apparently when Wolfgang Puck came to the US he fell in love with American rock..... Maybe that works in his Vegas restaurant, but I found it distasteful, out of place, and almost insulting to the rest of the atmosphere. A romantic sunset meal in Maui does not call for Zeplin or ACDC in the background. I asked the manager about it and they aren't allowed to change it. The music made this a 1 star meal, but the food is so amazing I can't go lower than 4 stars.
(4)
Charlie B.
I wish I could give this place an extra sixth star. We did the 7 course tasting menu with wine pairings. It isn't a cheap dinner, but it was one of the nicest most special dinners we have ever had. It was by far our favorite meal on both Kaui and Maui. The service was amazing, the food even more amazing and the setting is magical. I love that you get this all in a pretty relaxed place with amazing views. They gave us the full rundown of the tasting menu before we committed, which some places don't do and they accommodated a couple of things we didn't want in our dishes. Every single dish was inventive and super tasty. We had Opaka, tuna, Mahi, lamb, sorbet, chocolate and more. I can't rave about this dinner enough. The bill for two came out to about $550, so be warned the tasting isn't cheap if you throw in the wine pairings, but it was a special occasion and worth every penny. We wandered around the resort and took the path back to the Fairmont at night, and it made for a great first night in Maui!
(5)
Rob M.
I had dinner on New Years Eve at Spago Maui and was disappointed. The food was truly average at best. In particular the caramelized pork tenderloin was a large Bland portion and the dish was Served Luke warm. The hong kong style fish was a very small portion and the flavor was not anything unique. Chilis and soy sauce are pretty standard in China. On top of the average food was the server who advised us of the champagne special ... But failed to mention the ridiculous $118 per glass cost...
(1)
Elizabeth R.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the world. I've eaten here probably 6 times and every single meal was memorable and amazing. Their fish is just to die for and the sunset views are the perfect compliment to the meal. This restaurant is one of my fondest memories of being on Hawaii and thats saying a lot!
(5)
T R.
A group of us tried out their Turkey day spread and were not impressed. Ok so this was being advertised as a standard turkey dinner with all the fixin's. I am afraid to say it was just average. The plate was pretty cold and the plates were not uniformed some had more gravy others had less some had more potatos some had less. Overall this was completely MEH! The service was good but not great the waiter talked to much and we became bored with his banter. He did comp as a seafood risotto but again it was not that good it was again very average. Basically spago's is an overpriced tourist trap that is in no way a place for fine cuisine.
(2)
Maryam N.
Atmosphere: Loud, overbearing at times, but very chic. Thank God there was no music, because I doubt it could have been heard over the loud "rabble rabble" of the tables around us. The fact that the room was very conducive to echoes did not help. Food: Some ups, some downs, over all very good. I had: Seafood Risotto: 5 stars. Absolutely perfect. The only downside was that the bowl did not constantly replenish itself. Mongchong fish with lobster tipped potatoes: 3 stars. The fish itself was crispy, flakey, buttery, and delicious. The potatoes underneath, however, were luke warm and that killed it for me. If they had been hot, I would have been much happier. Truffle chocolate cake: WHOA. 5 very enthusiastic stars. The cake was hot with molten chocolate, and the ice cream was THE PERFECT compliment. I was a happy camper. My dinner partners had the tomato and goat cheese salad to start, and they all claimed it to be orgasmic. My uncle had the ahi sashimi, which I had a bite of. Fantastic. They then all had the lamb chops. I didn't hear a single complaint. Everything was enjoyed fully. Service: This is where they lose a star. Our waitress was abrasive and rude. Throughout the entire meal. she referred to me as "young lady" (a title I'm sure my 12 year old self would have enjoyed, but my now 20-ish year old self found to be rude and condescending) and on one occasion actually scolded me for pouring myself a drink from the bottle of water she left on our table. Her little helper was as forgetful as the waitress was rude: she had to be asked twice (receiving on the third time) for two separate items. Perhaps I'm a little difficult to please, but I feel like some of these things were common sense. I'm sure the mediocre service was a one time thing, and that it would not happen if say, you (the reader) were to visit this restaurant. Go! Enjoy! Then review. I'm curious as to what your experience was.
(4)
Aliah D.
I wanted so badly to give Spago's an awesome, raving review but I can't. It was not my best meal or experience on the island... We had a wonderful table with a beautiful view for dinner. It started raining lightly but it did not deter us from ordering a bottle of bubbly (try the Cava!) and enjoying some Ahi tuna cones. Definitely order the Ahi tuna cones--fresh, delicious...worth it! The bread selection is a nice touch. The rain was starting to pick up so our server (who was nice and personable) asked if we wanted to go inside). Sounds good...we had a half hour of pleasant views and we weren't keen on getting wet. She proceeded to sit us in the worst table in the restaurant facing a glass partition to the outside. Noooo! Then we were moved to a table top that was a-ok. All the moving and shuffling and trying to tell us the worst table was the best made me have a bad taste in my mouth. My fish dish was so unmemorable that I can't remember what it was. However dessert was a redeeming part of the meal. Service is good. The experience and views are good. Food, overall, is just eh. For $400 for a couple with champagne, apps, entrees, and shared dessert, I expect MUCH more.
(3)
Scott S.
Great food, stuffy server. Assistant server helped save the day. Try the monchong.
(4)
Marcela Y.
I had heard a lot about Spago and was very excited to finally try this restaurant during our trip to Maui. I also heard about the 3 course prix fixe menu between 5:30 PM-6:00 PM for $49. I made reservations beforehand, and went with my husband. We got the outside seating with beautiful view. Service was great. They started us off with a complimentary tomato soup (a little salty), followed by a selection of bread (definitely try the onion bread!). Portions were actually surprisingly big. However, dinner was a little disappointing. The salad and the risotto starter was ok, nothing special. The caramelized pork chop was pretty good, definitely better than my fish. Dessert was pretty good also, but not spectacular. Overall, both my husband and I were disappointed and unimpressed with the food.
(3)
Beth G.
The restaurant was beautiful, as expected, and the view at sunset amazing. The spicy ahi tuna cones were perfect, and I also loved the seafood risotto. Ok, now for why I only gave it three stars. While my caramelized pork chop had great flavors and was a good portion it was pretty dry :( My boyfriends seared ahi tuna was delish, but he was still pretty hungry after finishing it. We also weren't that impressed with the service for what we were expecting to be fine dining. We also felt it was a little over priced once everything was said and done.
(3)
Gregory A.
Best fish dish I have ever had. I has the Mahi Mahi and never thought that a mint sauce on fish would be something I would enjoy but wow...it was amazing. Also had spicy tuna app that was served in a sesame cone...could have had 10 of them they were so good.
(5)
Jesseca T.
Mid-way through dinner I asked my husband: " Imagine if we found a place that made the same effort for every course that we do when we host a dinner party?" That's what I felt like here. Excellent, every step of the way, from the bartender, hostess, backwaiter, server, to the food, view, and ambiance. Apps: Ahi cones (sesame, spicy, creamy) and lettuce cups (warm crunchy fish, cool crispy lettuce) - Bread: maui onion foccacia and calamata bread Dinner: seared scallops with baby bok choy and asparagus, and red curry with shrimp, fish, and a little crack. I haven't had food this good while dining out since I was in New Orleans. Seriously. Unfortunately, unlike heroin, the first time was NOT free- it was $125/person (includes 4 drinks and dessert) - but I'm still going back tonight!!
(5)
Patricia Gail M.
Spago's had an unbelievable offer for kaamaina's yesterday. $25 for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, $12 for kids. Wow! We went with friends and had a great time. The dinner was perfectly served, some dark meat, white meat, sweet potato, white potato, cranberry sauce, gravy and more gravy....! Yum! Service was spot on. Good bottle of wine. The best part? We made dessert at home earlier, so we all enjoyed the sunset on our lanai with mini apple pies and pumpkin pie and ice cream. The very best part? No HUGE piles of dishes to slog through!
(5)
Bryan R.
Loved it. Definitely get the poke cones for appetizers. Great service, views, romantic atmosphere. Waiter, busser, all staff were very friendly and enjoyable.
(4)
Pauline S.
Very good appetizers (+1), breathtaking views (+1) , and excellent service (+1) are the saving grace for this restaurant. Ahi tuna cones were truly amazing; definitely pricey as it comes out to 3 cones per order. Our table also tried the risotto with asparagus and Parmesan cheese and that was quite tasty as well. I did appreciate the nice selection of breads you can choose from; the servers are quite friendly and don't give you a hassle if you want to try multiple pieces of bread; the sweet maui onion foccacia definitely stands out. I felt that the entrees were lacking. I ordered the seared ahi tuna and only thought it was OK, especially for the hefty price tag.I did, however, appreciate the grilled vegetables that acted as the bed for the tuna. For dessert, we ordered the macadamia nut tart and the strawberry short cake. All of those were disappointing, unfortunately. The quality and taste did not match the price tag and supposed expectation someone would have dining at a Wolfgang Puck Restaurant inside a Four Seasons hotel. In summary, this seems like a better place to go to for appetizers and sunset watching.
(3)
Steve M.
Main reason I'm posting a review is to mention that (1) this is kid-friendly despite what yelp says in its summary. They have high chairs and a keiki (kids) menu. Also, yelp says attire is "dressy" but decent resort attire is fine. Anyway... Fantastic meal. First time back in 5 years and could hardly wait for the poke cones again. Mmm mmm. Ahi sashimi was also great - and I'm no stranger to Ahi or sashimi. I actually had the crab crusted mahi mahi this time. The menu was a bit sparse tonight for local fish - and we got there early (5:30p when they open - early works better for my 1 yr old). Service wasn't impeccable but definitely very good. They forgot my coffee with dessert and it came late. The receipt showed they comp'ed some soups that we never ordered or received. whatever.
(4)
Steven M.
I was very disappointed in Spago. Spent over $400 for two people (including tip) which was a complete ripoff. The only thing this place seems to have going for it is the open air dining, which earned it a star. Other than that it was way overpriced and definitely overrated. We had reservations and were seated quickly enough but we should have been concerned with how empty it was. We did score great seats with a nice view. Unfortunately, nothing after that was too memorable. The waiter was nice enough, but didn't strike me as being that knowledgeable nor was he very polished. I've been at other Puck establishments and the quality of the staff was by far the worst here. To tell you the truth, it sucks to look forward to a meal like that and pay that much and really not remember anything notable about the food. I had a steak which was fine although it was served on a plate by itself with no sides or sauce. ??? My GF had a Thai curry dish which was nice enough, but nothing better than what I've had for $9 at a random Thai joint. Mr. Puck should be concerned that his name is on a restaurant that is that underwhelming. I would not be surprised if this isn't in business in a year or two. I would recommend that you avoid Spago and go to Sarento's on the Beach just down the road. You'll save $100-$200, have the same view and have a MUCH better meal!
The spicy Ahi cones are as good as everyone else says. I could have just eaten several orders of them for the entire dinner. The corn Risotto had by my partner was good but not out of this world like the cones. For entrees I had the the seafood red curry, which was extremely good, and my partner had the $135 Australian Wagu steak. The steak was no where near being worth the price. Other pluses are of course the restaurant itself which is beautiful, and of course how can you go wrong with dinner at sunset on Maui. The drinks we had at the bar were also very good.
(4)
Nakoa T.
If ever you're in Maui you ABSOLUTELY MUST GO TO SPAGO! I came here several times with my fiancee and my son and each time was wonderful! we are always seated at the best table front row for sunset which is lovely if you can make a reservation early and make it for sunset its the most breath taking sunset you will ever see! if you don't the view is still amazing at any time of the day. the romantic relaxed feel really gets you I love it the staff is very well versed in all things spago they also address you by your last name (they call me misses Tanaka) not to mention how well they cater to your every need right down to matching your napkin color to your clothes. I wasn't sure bringing my son was a good idea but the staff was very loving and understanding and my son had a blast! there keiki menu is great. the food is ridiculously good for appetizers you have to try the SPICY AHI TUNA "POKE" IN SESAME-MISO CONES they are fabulous, the tomato soup is also really good, the mini soups they bring you are always good too! entrees you must order the free range chicken with potato puree its honestly the best chicken ive ever had. the Wagyu ribeye steak is also to die for. the whole moi is delicious, so tender it melts in your mouth. honestly anything you eat here is great. they also have a great drink menu. you have to go to Spago! it truly is one of the treasures of Maui .
(5)
Dennis H.
My wife and I had a very romantic dinner Sunday evening and everything from the ambience ,service,presentation and quality of ingredients were typical for Wolfgang Pucks restaurants. Prices a bit steep,even for Hawaii, but worth every $. Our server Andy was exceptional and helped to make our experience 5 stars ! Every course was perfection and they had a very extensive and separate vegetarian menu, which delighted me ! For a truly memorable dining experience, do not pass up Spago's..
(5)
Jesse W.
2/13/10: Catching up on reviews from my Maui trip, we ate here on a Saturday evening booking a reservation thru OpenTables. I scored a 1,000 point bonus by taking their early dinner reservation time (6pm). My wife and I have been to this Four Seasons resort before, but never to this restaurant. After stumbling around the entire property we finally found it on the upper level (Makena side of resort). One of the clear benefits for eating early is not having to fight the crowds. We were quite surprised to see several couches in the waiting area and at the end of dinner, saw that it was packed (ala lounge/bar scene). Another benefit for eating early is that they have a set tasting menu at a very reasonable price. Frankly I don't remember what I ordered, but we did score a window seat and watched the sunset along with whales breaching in the ocean. Very awesome atmosphere and views!
(4)
Samuel W.
Everything was very good. This is a great place, great views, great service. My problem is that Spago's take the overcharging to the next level. We had food that was just as good for 1/4 of the price at Cuatro. However, you should make a special trip to at least have the pancake souffel. This dish was worth the price.
(4)
J M.
absolutely love wolgang. been to all his restaurants in vegas (except for cut...soon though, lol) so of course we had to eat here since it was in our hotel. since it was spago, i thought maybe they'd have my fave cherry walnut bread... but i was sadly disappointed. we ordered the 6 course meal. it was ok. the meal was not the quality im used to with wolfgang.
(1)
Sammi D.
Oh where do I begin. Hmmmm...... ok let me start by saying this is a restaurant that is located in the Four Season Hotel in Wailea on the island of Maui. The hotel itself is freaking amazing, so we thought the restaurant would be too.... and it was. It's set right on the beach with breathtaking views of the Pacific. We were seated outside on a wonderful night with a cool light breeze. My husband ordered for us. He got the mussels to start with. I am kind of a self-proclaimed mussel and scallop connoisseur, and let me say, these were the best mussels that I have ever had i my life. So good! We then both had the french onion soup which was also delicious. I got the scallops for my entree and my husband got the dry-aged porterhouse that was no lie, about the size of his head..... I don't know how he finished..... but more on that in a minute. We finished off with a complimentary plate of custom made chocolates all in very fancy flavors and the plate spelled out Happy Honeymoon! They were so good. Well, we decided to hang out for a bit after we finished eating. And it's a good thing we did. I have never been so full in my whole entire life. I felt sick. I guess I was so excited and indulging so much being that this is some of the best food ever, that maybe I ate too fast? I don't know, but it was unlike any experience I've ever had. We slowly started digesting and braved the drive back to our resort. We of course took some leftovers with us for the next day. When we heated the leftovers for lunch the following day, it was still the best food ever. What a wonderful experience. My favorite meal on all of our honeymoon was at this place. Diners beware, this is a very very pricey place to eat. You're looking at about $20-$30 appetizers, $30-$55 entrees, bottles of wine range from $40 and up, etc. You really do get the best quality food though. If you're in Maui and looking for a fancy dinner with unmatched quality of food and atmosphere, go here.
(5)
david a.
We go to Spago every other year because it has often disappointed us This year, however, it was excellent. Walu appetizer was delicious and the fish curry was wonderful. We are looking forward to a repeat visit in a few days.
(5)
Adam B.
Upon walking into Spago without a reservation on a saturday you are asked to wait up front for just a moment while the manager comes out to greet you. He will politely take you to a table outside on the balcony where you will dine on wonderfully prepared italian cuisine under the stars. The champagne bottle which arrives at your table is complimentary. The waitstaff takes pictures with you (after asking nicely) and the complimentary chocolate lava cake with raspberry sauce is DEFINITELY worth waiting for. It also helps to be mistaken for Enrique Iglesias.
(5)
Daniel M.
Great food. Large selection of wines. Excellent service by the very talented wait staff. Stand out service provided by Casserly! Very pleased with the attention to detail:)
(4)
Melissa T.
Wolfgang Puck's Spago restaurant is located at the Four Seasons in Wailea. I just had my best meal in Maui here! Ocean view restaurant with outdoor patio seating overlooks the ocean and incredible hotel pool. Service was impeccable, wine list impressive, and all of our dishes were fantastic. I especially loved the Maui onion focaccia and hands down my favorite dish was the dessert...POG (passion orange guava) panna cotta.
(5)
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Address :Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea,3900 Wailea Alanui Dr
Wailea, HI, 96753
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Romantic Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Steven H.
I really want this to be 5 stars but there were just a few minor issues making it a solid 4.5! Were arrived around 5:45 and were seated outside with a full ocean and sunset view as requested. Our waiter was new but did a good job. Our assistant waiter however was outstanding, some of the best service we have ever had. We started with cocktails which is my first complaint. Yes they are $17 which is fine, I am at Spago in Maui. However it must have been about 2 ounces. Look at the picture, I swear I didn't take a sip! We had the sashimi appetizer which was big eye tuna and hamachi, absolutely delicious. The fish was so fresh it was like butter melting in your mouth. For entrees we ordered the ribeye and "chinios" lamb chops. Both were cooked to perfection. The rib eye had just enough marbling and the lamb chops were very tender and flavorful. Here is my next little complaint, they had 3 options for sides Friday night. All three were vegetables, very strange. No baked potato, no mashed potato, no fries, no lobster mac, nothing...all veggies. They did have several dessert options which always make me happy. We decided on the "Sticky Icky" which is a date cake with ice cream. It was okay, a little dry and nothing spectacular. Overall it was a fantastic dining experience with an incredible view of the ocean and sunset. I will definitely return when back in Maui. ATTN SPAGO: I hope you are reading these reviews. Our assistant waiter Jansen provided us with some of the best service we have ever received in a restaurant. I felt like my best friend or brother was serving me. Warm, friendly but very professional. He needs to be promoted to waiter ASAP.
(4)Rob T.
We made a booking here, with hesitation. We were staying at Four Seasons for 3 nights. After 8 nights in Lahaina at a private estate with 12 other family members, this was the true start of our Honeymoon. We turned in our rental car, and pledged not to leave the resort for 3 days! There were some unfavourable reviews for Spago, but we left it up to our concierge to decide where to start out our stay, knowing this dinner would set the mood for all of our dining at Four Seasons. WE WERE NOT DISAPPOINTED! Our receipt says that SMEGHAN was out server, I assume it's Meghan S. She was wonderful. Friendly, helpful, attentive. A true hospitality worker. We started with a cocktail each. Hot Legs, and the Locked and Loaded. Both just beautiful drinks! I love a cocktail that shows skill and effort! For Entre we had the signature cones and the ceviche. Both delicious. For Mains we both had off the menu specials. Neither disappointed. Perfectly cooked and seasoned. Having had cocktails, we shared a half bottle of wine, just to accompany our mains. We shared the Truffle Cake for dessert. All up, it was $300, and we found this reasonable considering ambiance, location, service, and quality, We would go back, so we're glad we took the chance despite some mixed reviews online.
(5)Wil F.
How anyone could rate this under five stars ins beyond me. Easily one of if not the best dinner of my life. Must visit. Excellent service and excellent food
(5)Bill A.
I'm not sure why most of the resorts on Maui have subpar restaurants but this fits the mold. The view is exceptional but the food was just ok. So I give the view a 5 star rating, the food super expensive and just ok. We used Yelp a lot on this trip and ate at so many fantastic spots, but this one was $230 for a party of 3, and literally I like the food better at Da Kitchen. Sad but true!
(1)Adam D.
Our two week vacation was all about dinning and relaxing. During our trip we already dined at the amazing Lahaina Grill and Roy's, so on our final evening on the island, we decided to finish off with the raved about restaurant with amazing views of the sunset. Spago restaurant is located inside the Four Seasons hotel, teaming America's greatest chef Cameron Lewark with one of the world's finest hotels. The restaurant offers complimentary valet service, as one would expect. The decor is Asian inspired contemporary design with a layout offering sunset views from almost every table, especially the lanai. The ambiance is sophisticated yet relaxed. Want to romance your loved one, this is the place for it. The staff was extraordinary from all aspects, started with the hotel's valet cordial welcome, continued with the hostess' delightful friendly escort and ended with the our waiter's attentive and personable service. We were sat at the table closest to the water without visual interference of the memorable sunset. It was a breezy evening, so after the sunset we requested a table inside. Without fuss, our waiter moved us and transferred our drinks to the new table. They were very knowledgeable and weren't hesitant to give recommendations upon request. They were friendly, made us feel comfortable and yet they kept their professionalism intact. The cuisine utilizes Hawaii's premier produce, fish and meats, with presentation that made Spago famous. I started with a specialty drink, Pavlov's Dog, made with Tanqueray #10, lemongrass ginger and grapefruit bitters. It was very delicious, the lemongrass took the bite off the bitters. The indulgent followed Pavlov's theory, sip, enjoy, repeat and order another. Next, I had the Spicy Ahi "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones as an appetizer. The presentation was fabulous with the cones delivered in a wooden upright tray. The ahi was puréed giving it an ice cream like texture, garnished with chili aioli, tosa soy, bonito, green onions, tobiko and pickled ginger. They were outstanding with perfect piquancy wrapped in a crunchy sesame-miso cones. For my entree ahi had the Lahaina Albacore with Ginger-Miso Butter. Again the presentation was artistic and colorful. The Albacore was sliced and seared to perfection with quality and tenderness that didn't require any sharp utensils. It laid atop wasabi purée garnished with tomato-ogonori relish, cilantro and palm heart salad. I practically licked the plate clean with their delicious fresh bread, suggested by the waiter, as he noticed I was attempting to get every last bit of the sauce with my fork. For dessert we had the Upcountry Banana Cream Pie, which was also a delight. It was very different from a typical cream pie, as it had a consistency of a pie right out from the freezer. A definitely something that should be tried, especially for its uniqueness. In summary, this place will not disappoint, and I would visit Maui just to dine here again. Not many of us have the finances to fly out to Maui just for dinner, including myself, so if already here, make Spago a priority for your special dining experience. Did I mention the amazing sunset views from here!
(5)Lee R.
Seriously ... great choices, fantastic views ... And AWESOME service. A great place to celebrate life on Maui. A must go - at least once. Maybe twice. Sunset views are beautiful here if you time it right!
(5)Oliver V.
This place is fantastic. The food is top notch but it's the service and sunset is what makes it memorable. I recommend getting a 5:30 or 6:00 pm reservation so you can see the sunset. Totally worth it.
(4)Penny M.
I had been wanting to go to Spago for a long time. I had a steak and seafood risotto. It was good but not what I was expecting from such a high end establishment. Felt a bit like hotel food and would have preferred a small joint with local food. I had high hopes but it didn't quite deliver what I was expecting. Again, not a bad meal, just not exceptional. The view was really good though. I'd probably go to Mama's Fish House before there again. When you pay those prices, you want to be blown away.
(3)Annie H.
It has taken me a few months to write this review because I've been that angry about how awful our Thanksgiving dinner at Spago was. We had eaten dinner here back in 2010 and had a fantastic time with great food and service and was looking forward to another. We had made reservations on OpenTable and arrived on time, and were seated. The meal went downhill from there. We were routinely ignored, from the servers refilling our water glass to the man doling out bread. There was one onion bread left when he served us and he said he'd come back with more. He came back all right, but served everyone else around us, and we never did receive any more onion bread. It was hot in the room and the atmosphere in our section was generally hectic, as if the regular chef and staff were off for Thanksgiving day and the backups were struggling in their absence. I ordered the ribeye medium and my boyfriend ordered the ahi. About ten minutes later, I received the ribeye and they brought my boyfriend the Thanksgiving special, with turkey, stuffing, the works. He told them that wasn't what he had ordered and they took it away. I was about to spear a piece of ribeye with my fork when the server came back and whisked it away from me, my fork in mid-air. There was a couple sitting next to us with their two children and they happened to be in the restroom when this happened. Once they returned to their table, the entrees that had originally came to us were delivered to them. They probably just sat them under heat lamps for a few minutes and then brought them back out. I could have eaten a piece of ribeye and they probably wouldn't have noticed. About 35-40 minutes later, our food finally came. My ribeye was extremely under, and I ate the outside slices first and gingerly made my way into the middle. My boyfriend's ahi was cold but we had been waiting for so long that we didn't want our Thanksgiving dinner to get worse and so we didn't send our food back. It's not like anyone checked in with us to ask how our food was or how we were doing. I could only eat half of my ribeye and I've never left steak uneaten on my plate but the center slices were completely bloody. It was only after our neighbors had finished that we figured out what had happened. Apparently the husband saw me cringing as I poked my ribeye and he realized that they had given the medium rare ribeye his wife had ordered to ME, and my medium ribeye to HER. She had complained hers was overcooked and mine was under. At that point, I had eaten half the ribeye, which was $60 or whatever, and I didn't exactly want a new entree. The manager (or assistant manager) came out and apologized to both our tables, but by then the damage was done. They did not comp my ribeye, though they did offer us free desserts. I appreciated the offer but all of the desserts were actually really bad. I hate pumpkin spice-flavored items and there was a pumpkin item, and something cranberry. None of them made up for my undercooked, rare steak and the grim Thanksgiving meal overall. Our bill was $215.31 and to add insult upon injury, they did not credit me my 100 OpenTable dining points for eating there. Thanks for ruining my Thanksgiving dinner, Spago!
(2)David O.
Had a lovely dinner there last night with my husband. One thing that bothered us was how salty the dishes were but overall the experience was good. Why 4 and not 5 stars? Hostess was rude to us upon arrival , although we had made reservations for a table with a sunset view we were seated in back and when confronted she gave us a very annoyed attitude but finally moved us.( whatever....) when we asked the waiter why the food was so salty,we were told that was bc of the "Italian nature "of the dish/es we ordered the chef uses a lot of salt,really?!! Came here the second night and enjoyed an amazing dinner again and the service was just fab!! Upgraded to well deserved 5 stars . Worth the money spent .
(5)Jeff K.
I'm certainly no stranger to pricey restaurants -- and obviously I'm aware that "island pricing" is always a factor in Hawaii -- but I don't think I've seen menu prices *this* high anywhere outside of the realm of high-end Manhattan restaurants. If I'm paying close to $30 for a freakin' *appetizer* and $42 for freakin *chicken*, I expect both the food and service to be as close to perfect as it gets. Unfortunately, neither appears to be the case here. On a recent outing, we first had to wait 20 minutes for a table -- despite having a reservation. After ordering, we had to wait over 30 minutes for our entrees to arrive (at these prices, we decided to forgo apps). *No* excuse for that considering we were dining comparatively late in the evening. Finally, our entrees tasted great but were served at temperatures too hot to eat. No bueno. All of the above would be totally forgivable at a place with prices about 50% less than Spago's, and I'd be giving it four, or possibly, five stars otherwise. But not at these prices, and not with so many other excellent eateries within a ten-minute drive. (Speaking of driving, at least the valet parking was free.)
(2)Dave M.
This place was amazing. The professionalism and service was amazing from beginning to end. Our waiter Jeb was very helpful and professional. He and another lady helped us through the whole experience. We had the lettuce cups ($28), which had 3 lettuce wraps with the meat and toppings already prepared. We had the seared ahi ($47?) and the mahi mahi ($46ish?). Both were very good and well presented. We were sat outside by the pool to enjoy the sunset. Everything was pleasant. It's worth a try even if it's outside your price range.
(5)Joey D.
What a beautiful set up right when you walk in there's a bar right in front of you and also to the right there's a lounge. The menu is pretty simple you have approximately nine appetizers to die for. And then for your entrée you have anything from steak two chicken lamb chops lobster fish and so forth and so on.
(5)Luke W.
Worth every penny you'll spend. This was an awesome meal!!! The service the food the atmosphere. Everything about spago was amazing!!! The food truly was incredible. Greeted by name David was so nice and spent time going over every detail on the menu and trying to pair your taste buds with something they had. Awesome truly awesome. Go and you won't have a single regret!!
(5)JH H.
This was the best restaurant we ate at in Maui - hands down. We both started with cocktails. My boyfriend ordered the "indecent exposure" which was great - tequila, hint of mezcal, cilantro, jalapeno - delicious. We had the Ahi cones and a butterfish appetizer that was fantastic, but the stunners were the entrees. My boyfriend ordered the lamb chops (which, at $60+ are one of the more expensive entrees we've ordered), and I ordered the Thai fish curry. The lamb chops were insane, and I don't even like lamb much. They were so caramelized on the outside and yet so tender on the inside! I was hesitant at first to order the curry since it SEEMS like a dish (in concept) that you can order at any Thai restaurant. This dish had the most flavorful broth I've ever had - really amazing. You could taste all of the individual flavors and the resulting flavor was somehow better than the sum of its parts. The fish was cooked perfectly. Dessert was nothing particularly special (we got a vanilla custard of some sort), but some of the other options that sounded interesting were off the table (my boyfriend is gluten intolerant). My only gripe? I requested a sunset view and we were one of the only tables (of the early reservations - 5:45pm) seated with a full view of the pool. That being said, there are no ceiling fans on the deck, so if you are in direct sunlight it looked really uncomfortably warm. It ended up being sort of a blessing, but I was a little jealous we didn't get a great view (the structure of the deck is such that there are giant columns obstructing the sunset in certain areas). I didn't complain or anything, but maybe something to mention/remind the hostess of when you check in (or clarify that you want a full, unobstructed sunset view when you make the rez? I don't think you can go wrong here!
(5)Hala L.
I really enjoyed the red sauce pasta, the aho tuna cones, and I loved my fish red curry dish. They also have different soups, my favourite was the potato maui onion soup.
(4)Jon G.
Fantastic food and service. We started with the Poke appetizers and the potstickers. Both were absolutely amazing. We followed with the Ahi tuna main course and it was pre-paired perfectly. The wine list has some great selections with some hidden gems.
(5)Nichole D.
Amazing food and fantastic service. A definite must try is the pot stickers they are the best I have ever had!
(5)Tana S.
A couple we were vacationing with said we have to go here for dinner. Let's start with the exceptional service. All The girls were cold and they brought over shawls for us !!! Then we ordered and I got the THAI SEAFOOD & PINEAPPLE-COCONUT RED CURRY! So delicious !!!! My husband got the monchong and loved it as well. You cannot go wrong eating anything on the is menu.
(5)Steph J.
I had high hopes for this place. I mean, isn't this the place that celebrities go to in Cali? It's located in a five star hotel so maybe my expectations were unrealistic. But if I'm going to pay a lot of money for a fine dining experience, I don't think it's okay that we waited 45 minutes from the time they picked up our appetizer plates until our entrees arrived. I also don't think it's okay for the server to bang my friend's head with the plate when our entrees were finally brought over and the server didn't even notice. It also wasn't okay that they placed the wrong food in front of the wrong people because they couldn't keep track of what was ordered by each person. It definitely was not okay that four out of six people had salty fish and each of us only had one bite and were gun-shy to order anything else because we didn't want to wait another 45 minutes. Yes, the manager came by to apologize and yes, they offered to comp us some things after we let him know how we felt but it was also not okay that we waited another 20 minutes to get our dessert. Yes, the server apologized and let us know that it was a rough night and it wasn't just our table that had challenges. Yes, she told us they were overworked because they haven't had days off because it's been crazy and they had 600 covers the night prior. Really?! Communication could've been better throughout the dinner service and how busy it was the night prior wasn't my concern. What if this night was one of the nights on a vacation that I saved my entire life for and this is the experience I had? I'd be truly disappointed. The only reason I didn't give it only 1 star was because, to me, that's the kiss of death. That's the, "I'm not even willing to go back to this particular place (or chain) ever again." Despite, what I have to say, was the worst service I've ever received for a fine dining establishment, I'm willing to give them another shot to see if it was a fluke or not. I'm in no hurry to return so just when the memory has faded, I'll vaguely recall that I've been here before and hope for the best.
(2)Mia W.
We only came for dessert, but this restaurant still managed to impress us. There was a solid selection of teas and coffees, but we ordered the flaming pineapple, which was pretty expensive, but that's expected for any Four Seasons restaurant, and the experience was definitely worth it. Our server lit some sugar on fire for us to cook the chunk of pineapple on, plus there was pineapple sorbet, banana bread, mango mousse, and sweet rum sauce on the side. Very cool idea.
(4)Neera P.
My experience here was absolutely amazing from beginning to end. The views from the restaurant are breathtaking. Our waiter was very helpful, informative, and on it! :) Our food was perfect. I will definitely be coming back here.
(5)David O.
Food not so good, table service lacking, drink service lacking, drinks short on volume, appetizer sent back, water service lacking, impressive menu but lacking choice, entree service took forever, entree was very good once it arrived, lower rating because I expect a lot more from a restaurant of this caliper. Recommend you go to Duo downstairs for an outstanding dining experience - been there several times and always excellent.
(3)Yvonne F.
Excellent meal! I had the Thai Chicken and Russ had the pork special, and I'm gonna tell you... One of the best meals we ever had. Also, the Maui onion bread was awesome, soft and moist! OMG! The views are spectacular too!
(5)Raymond H.
Here is the report card on this visit to Spago. UPCOUNTRY GREENS WITH ROASTED BEETS AND HEARTS OF PALM Sweet Tomatoes, Island Goat-Feta, Maui Onions and Balsamic Vinaigrette = ( B- ) 8oz "WAGYU /ANGUS" NEW YORK SIRLOIN - Not so good - ( D- ) It came to the table cold as cold can be. How does this happen? I'll tell you...too busy not enough staff on hand and a totally clueless manager walking around doing nothing both of our NY's sat and sat and sat while we poured our own wine and waited for water refills. Once we flagged down the female manager and told he the situation, she made a rude comment of " I guess I can throw it back on the grill and make it more to your liking". More to my liking?? I thought to myself...It was as cold for goodness sakes, is it supposed it be? She came back a few minutes later and said she heated it up, it was warmer but not hot like it should be, we just ate it and got the hell out of there. No apologies. I must mention the server was very polite and a fine gentlemen. He is not at fault, the manager on duty was. No support system was there. The next morning I woke up and under the hotel room door at the four seasons was a pre-written form letter, with no specifics about my experience, they had simply added my name to it. It said if I had further issues with my dining experience to contact the GM of the restaurant and they are sorry for ??. That was totally lame and made the poor experience even worse, that was a tacky reminder how they flubbed my experience and had nothing to offer. They should have just removed the steaks from the bill as they were not edible the first time they came out. I was not impressed, but I will perhaps give another try next time to see if they are better than the night I was there. Views are fantastic
(3)Jennifer W.
Complete perfection in a restaurant. I have never had anything but an incredible meal and wonderful service here. Wolfgang Puck himself was at the restaurant when I went this year and he took the time to go around and talk to each table. He could not have been nicer or more down to earth. I will keep coming back here whenever I go to Maui.... Food highlights: bread basket, fish curry
(5)Mike W.
Service was impeccable. Food however was not good. I never send food back, but they convinced me they could make my dry fish perfect. Second attempt turned into sashimi and third attempt was cooked just right, but still the worst meal I had on my 12 day trip. There's definitely better places in Wailea to eat. They did comp my meal, added a free cocktail, and offer a free desert which was the right thing to do. Still not worth it though.
(2)John D.
We went here for my birthday and it was very well done. Good job guys with your service and food. I enjoyed the outdoor seating overlooking the pool and took our time to enjoy the rest of the evening. Waiter knew exactly when to check on us and asked the right kind of questions. Should have gotten his name to post on here to give him some 'bonus'. Enjoyed the creativity of the dish layout and more importantly the taste was superb. I had Tuna and my wife had salmon. Sorry for not providing accurate 'dish' name. I made a vowed to myself to start yelping more often because I enjoy using Yelp to find the 'best' choice restuarants.
(5)Rhondi S.
Great ambiance, decor, service...oh and the food, all i can say is wow! Wolfgang has certainly embraced all of the unique and fresh ingredients of the Islands to create fresh, Asian fusion fare - awesome combination of mouthwatering fresh ingredients, a pallet of artistically and culinary plate creations that are sensory and flavor explosions. We started with the Amuse bouche of a warm lemongrass coconut soup, with a cilantro oil drizzle -- soooo well balanced of flavors, heat, sweet and fresh cilantro hint. I had the Thai red curry mahi mahi and Ono, so fresh is the fish that is moist and perfectly cooked; the Thai red curry is an explosion of flavors in your mouth of hints of coconut, lemongrass, kaffir, savory and a hint of heat -- yum! it came with a delicious trio of sauces: chutney of pineapple/spices, cilantro cream, red chili sauce with fresh herbs, served with an aromatic jasmine brown rice Husband had the pork chop pineapple glaze with sweet potatoes and yams. He said it was moist, seasoned well and spiced so well. There was also a Whole fried Opakapaka, being served at next table with fresh herbs and a soy dipping sauce for two - will have to come back for that. They had an assortment of assorted sorbets, lychee, coconut, mango, passion fruit - that looked absolutely fabulous, but we were too full to try (sorry!) The service was excellent, servers are very knowledgeable on the food preparations, spices, flavors of every dish - on wine pairings, etc. Our table overlooked the Maui ocean sunset of Wailea with warm breezes lofting through the restaurant -- Aaahhhh, paradise at it's best (well, would have been wonderful if Wolfgang came to our table, but eh, he has 20 other restaurants to tend to and create!)
(5)William B.
First real night out dining in Maui and Spago's delivered!!! The crispy, Mahi with the green curry appetizer was perfect for two. But the entrees were even more special!! The menu changes daily, but if they are offering the sashimi grade tuna and/or the Mahi and curry sauce...don't think! Jump at both!! And if you're lucky to get Kainoa as your server, your experience will be even better. Just ignore the final price tag. Can't give it 7 stars so I'll only give it 5.
(5)K F.
Delicious salad with hearts of palm and the best green curry monchong ever! The views of the sunset were so romantic. Outstanding atmosphere and food for a fabulous dining experience!
(5)Nichole G.
This place is AWESOME!!!! The food was delicious!! The ambience was perfect and the view was simply amazing!!! The staff were super attentive and helpful... I will definitely be back!!
(5)Connie T.
Not my most favorite Wolfgang Puck Spago's. I really wanted to love this restaurant, sadly I don't. I left feeling underwhelmed. I expected more from Spago's . The Asian fusion menu was interesting, I think it's trying too hard, and should of been Chinois Instead. I ordered the chicken . Nice flat chicken with Crispy skin, on top of potato purée, and shitake mushrooms. It was good but wasn't memorable. I had this exact same dish at Milk in Los Angeles. The waiter was nice, but seemed like he had better days . The hostesses were friendly. Was it necessary to have 3 hostesses standing around but not seating people? I was a hotel guest and only dined there once. If it was anything like the Spago's in Beverly Hills we would of been dining there more than once .
(3)RC S.
We have been visiting this restaurant annually for the last decade. It is our favorite of all Wolfgang Puck's restaurants and it is just as exciting today as it was when we first visited. The food is delicious, creative, and boldly flavored. The service is impeccable and warm. The setting is breathtaking, particularly at sunset. And the ambience (including Puck's famous mix of classic rock favorites) cannot be beat. Spago deserves particular praise for balancing fine dining sensibilities with kid-friendliness. On our our most recent visit, we brought along three kids, from toddler to pre-teen. All three loved their dinners. The youngest, after devouring his line-caught mahi mahi and rice fell fast asleep. Moments later, out waiter had set up a bed composed of two soft-cushioned chairs that fit together in the shape of a perfect bassinet. The rest of us could then finish our dinner and dessert while the little one slept peacefully. Amazingly thoughtful! Speaking of dessert, don't miss the trio of house-spun sorbets. The coconut lime is especially memorable!
(5)Stephanie S.
Food was mediocre. Everything tasted pretty meh. Risotto was severely underdone. They had to be reminded 3 times that we were celebrating a birthday, which was a little ridiculous, given that this is supposed to be one of the nicest restaurants in Maui. Be prepared to spend $$$$.
(2)Aaron B.
I'll get to the point - the food was exquisite, the service from Peter on matching wine with food greatly enhanced the food and fun, and the attention on our children also greatly appreciated. 5/5 easily. We dined here on the 13th July 2014, a guest of the neighbouring Grand Wailea hotel. Reservations made online through their website. We were seated at 5:45 (early dinner due to three young children), and outside on the picturesque deck. It was pretty breezy wind, but apart from a flying kids crayon picture, no problems. Our waiter, Peter, went out of his way to make us feel comfortable. His advice on matching wines to meals was superb. His staff were efficient on bread, napkin, water and other duties. I had the ahi tuna ceviche which was outstanding. My rib eye steak was gloriously cooked medium rare and was likewise excellent. My wife had the corn risotto, which she said was the best she ever had, followed by the duck which she also loved. I had the cheese for dessert, and my boy which turned 5 got a nice small cake with chocolate writing on the plate wishing him a happy birthday. Just great! But here's the best part of all, the children's meals were also epic. This is not a restaurant that diminishes the experience of children, it has smaller and less fussy meals, but their steak was just a smaller serving of mine! Don't be afraid to bring your children here because they are welcome and will be fussed over. And they will love the food. One minor hiccup, a mixup in the kitchen meant children got served 10 mins after my wife and I, but the Spago team went out of their way to put things right by offering my wife and I an extra "tasting" of a dish with their complements. I loved our night out at Spago, and will gladly return the next time we come to Maui.
(5)Darren K.
So we almost didn't go after reading a few reviews here about service, VFM, and overall experience. However, we couldn't get anything else on late notice so we went. I am going to review this based on areas of concern I read. Ambiance / Noise: it is definitely not quiet. But nothing really has been in Maui and I didn't feel it was a big deal. It's not loud from music but is from just chatter around you. Hardly something to be concerned with. Portion size: there were 3 of us at dinner and we all left full. Are they huge? No, but this is Spago and not the Cheesecake Factory. I eat at a lot of pricey restaurants and the portions were on par. In fact, the chicken and the calamari were both huge. I had the fish red curry and the cones and I left full. Value for Money: I was not concerned in the least. Great food and I left full. What more could I want? Service: Fantastic. Someone commented on bread size / availability. Both were perfect. She just kept coming and we had to turn her away. Overall it was a great night and all the tables around me seemed happy. It was Valentine's so it was busy and they did a great job.
(4)Jeremy G.
The Four Seasons is a beautiful resort, there's no doubt about that. We decided to eat at one of their high end eateries rather than in our own hotel. The first thing that struck me was how slow the service was for a high end restaurant. It wasn't just our waitress who was slow but everyone we interacted with. It took around 10 minutes to get a menu and then another 10 minutes for someone to ask for our drink orders and another 10 minutes for the waitress to come back to take our food order. By the time she'd taken the food order the drinks still hasn't turned up. I think the problem was there was too much chit chat going on with the larger (i.e. bigger tipping) tables. Anyway, I ordered the fabled miso waffle tuna cones to start - I'd seen them mentioned a few times in reviews. I was really quite underwhelmed by them - the taste of the miso cone really overpowered the tuna. When I scraped out the contents of one of the cone to try it without the cone I thought the tuna was bland and uninteresting. A definite thumbs down for the tuna cones from me. We ordered the ribeye steak (which was not bad at all and the only reason that I give this venue a 3 stars over 2) and the curry. The steak was cooked the way that Bobby Flay does steak in his steak places, a little charred on the outside and with some sort of rub. The curry was also pretty good but way overpriced for what it was. A so so dining experience that didn't represent hue value for money.
(3)Timothy M.
Another great meal. Special graduation meal. Wagu steak not cheap but oh so good. Great dessert. Excellent sommelier recommendation for a 2006 Barolo what's not to like about Spago. Live a little enjoy yourself. This place is the best.
(4)Adam B.
Lamb chops were delicious as were the ahi cones appetizer. Ceviche appetizer was just OK. Nice views.
(4)Shawn T.
Free Range Chicken is honestly the tastiest & most flavorful Chicken dish I've ever had in my life, always moist and delicious! Their rib-eye steak is also very good, hard to find fault with the quality of their steaks here. BONUS: with a local Hawaii State ID, you can get a kamaaina special where you buy one dish and get one of equal or lesser value FREE! They automatically include the tip when you invoke this special, but who cares, the waiters here are exceptionally good at their jobs and deserve a quality tip anyway...
(5)Bailey P.
Done, done, done with the overrated celebrity restaurants. Dined here out of convenience because we were staying at the 4 seasons. I would have rather driven hours away for food we would have enjoyed. The hit or miss yelp reviews and half empty restaurant (at prime dinner time) should have been enough of a warning sign to turn around and try somewhere else; however, we decided to give it a try, I mean it's Wolfgang Puck's restaurant, it's gotta be decent right...? WRONG! Appetizer: What will be memorable about the "fameous" ahi tuna cones, is that they immediately sent my wife to the restroom ill. We have eaten a ton of ahi so far in Hawaii and this was by far the worst, I would have no problem finding fresher and better in NJ, sadly. Main course: Presentation of our dishes were nice but that's where it ends. Both dishes were extremely bland and underwhelming. My wife, who loves fine dining, actually said she'd rather go to subway for a turkey sandwich then finish her meal. As ridiculous as that sounds, I have to agree. The only complement I can give is to our server. He was friendly and knowledgable. Not his fault the food was a major disappointment. Actually the bread was very good, best part of our meal, as sad as that is. We have absolutely loved everything about the four seasons, except our experience at Spago. Please save your time and money and try one of the other restaurants at this amazing hotel. Thank you Spago (and Wolfgang Puck) for the least enjoyable meal of our honeymoon.
(1)Foodie S.
This was my worst dining experience of the two weeks that I was in Hawaii. Yes, the food at the luau we went to was better and I'm not a fan of buffets. We made reservations months before so that we could have a good view of the sunset. They told us that we would be assigned a table when we get there so we made 5:30 reservations and got there early as we were told so we could get the best table. They weren't seating yet so a waitress asked us for cocktails. I ordered a beer and she asked for ID. Now, I normally feel good when I get asked for ID but I was a hotel guest for a couple days and I didn't need my ID once. I was 29 at the time, 6'6" and 250 pounds; I don't get confused for a 21 year old. That night I left everything in the room because we just charge the meal to the room. The waitress made me go back to my room to get my id which took 15 minutes because the property is large. I don't mind that because she is just doing her job but by the time i got back, people were seated and we didn't get the "best" table. We didn't even get one of the first tables by the sunset. I said something to the hostess and she said she didn't realize and that she was sorry. There were only like 7 couples there at that time; its not paying attention to details like this that drive me crazy. On top of that, we were rushed out of there so we saw the sunset on the beach. We started with a Kobe Beef bolognese which I thought was weird for an app but I can't turn down anything with Kobe beef. Well now I realize there is no reason to put Kobe beef in this dish..just a waste of money. I posted a pic of this dish, it was very very oily and I think this is what gave me a stomachache that night. For dinner we had Monchong and filet. This was the third time I had monchong on the trip; it was delicious the last two times but it was horrible at Spago. Way too dry. I even had monchong at a local dive in Kauai for a third of the price and that restaurant blew Spago away. The filet was nothing special. I loved my time at Four Seasons but the food there was nothing special and Spago is part of the problem.
(1)Kimberly C.
My husband and I ate here on our last night in Maui before heading to the airport. Our waiter was very accommodating and made sure our food came out fast! We were seated in a sweetheart table with the perfect view of the ocean. I think it was the only table in the restaurant that directly faced the ocean! We ordered the loco moco for an appetizer and it was delicious! It was a more upscale version of the local's favorite. For our meals, I had the crispy duck and my husband had the steak. One of the servers brought out a whole duck to the table and asked if it was okay before slicing/preparing half of the duck for my meal. The duck was the best duck I've ever eaten! The skin was crisp to perfection and the meat was so tender. (It came with vegetables and rice.) And this comes from a Chinese girl who has eaten A LOT of duck in her life! Oh my gosh, just thinking about the duck is making my mouth water. For dessert, we had the smores. I thought it was small since I'm used to generous portions of dessert, but the presentation was gorgeous and it was a perfect way to end our meal. =)
(5)Leo V.
I wanted the same table that my fiance (boyfriend then) and I were seated 2 years ago to celebrate his birthday last week. The receptionist was giving me a hard time how it is IMPOSSIBLE for me to get a specific table. I asked for the manager after it was clear that she didn't want to hear how it is a special occasion for us. She wasn't interested in hearing that this was our special night that I flew in from the mainland to surprise my fiancé on his birthday. That we are now engaged 2 years later coming back to the same restaurant that we had romantic memories at Spago in Maui. ... that this restaurant will forever be in our history as we move to the next step in our relationship. The manager immediately got it and I didn't even have to described where the table was. He was able to pull it up on their computer where we seat and that same table was waiting for us. All the staff knew and wishing my fiancé's happy birthday. The manager, Michael, came to say hello within 5 minutes of us seating down. They brought out Happy Birthday cookies even thought I didn't ask for them. Kudos Spago and Michael for your awesome hospitality and delicious food!
(5)John B.
Great service and super cocktail and wine service. Superb basil pesto risotto with Kauia shrimp, lamb and swordfish . Will return in 3 days
(5)Rex H.
Wonderful restaurant located at the Four Seasons. We took our kids to this restaurant, nice staff but they could be a bit warmer and friendlier, when the kids got cold outside they were nice to bring over shawls. The food was very good and it has a kids menu; I had the fish catch of the day and my veg wife has the pasta. We finished with the tiramisu and the kids has kids desserts which worked out well. You can view the wine or drinks from an iPad menu which was a nice touch, and the food menu comes with lights inside the menu to help read it in the dark.
(5)Joe E.
I made reservations at Spago for dinner around sunset. The views are amazing. The Four Seasons hotel is gorgeous and the restaurant is very beautiful and romantic. We were seated right away. Staff was very attentive and nice. I also really like their selection of breads. I recommend to try all of them. I really liked there olive bread. For Starters we ordered the Spicy `Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones which I felt were a little too spicy but were ok. And for our entree's my wife ordered the Grilled Mahi-mahi with Pineapple ($47) and I ordered the Lava Rock Steak ($67) The Mahi-Mahi although was a little too spicy it was actually really good and cooked well. The Lava rock Steak on the other hand was probably one of the worse steaks I've ever had in my life. It was charred and way over cooked and dry. (I ordered it medium) I never had to send a dish back in my life and I was a little apprehensive to ask the server to send it back but for $67 it better be one of the best steaks of my life. I told her the issue and she was very nice and apologize even though I know it wasn't her fault she offered to have the chef cook another one. I settled on the Mahi-Mahi instead which was good. Ultimately the service, views and ambiance of the restaurant are 5 stars but food and quality just doesn't justify the price. Would I come back? Maybe???
(3)David F.
Service with a smirk. My wife and i walked in with our 2 year old daughter and immediately noticed our server roll his eyes. Multiple times throughout the evening we witnessed similar behavior. The amuse buche was a delicious coconut soup with chile oil. When my wife mentioned her shellfish allergy the waiter mentioned there may be shellfish in the coconut soup but didn't follow up after we asked about it. My entree, the pasta bolognese was excellent! My wife's mahi both tasted overcooked and fishy while being smothered with a full root of ginger. Between poor food and atrocious service it's not surprising the restaurant was half empty on a Friday night. The banana chocolate chip soufflé was excellent. Just can't make up for a mediocre meal with a good pastry chef
(1)Robert F.
Decent meal. Not quite up to the standards we're used to at other Four Seasons hotels but it was ok. One pet peeve I have about wine service. If the menu shows a bottle of 2001 and you bring me a 2003, at the very least you should politely share that information with me before delivering the wrong year. I also feel that if its a younger or lower quality vintage, you should offer to reduce the price. One last thing... A restaurant should change the wine list as soon as they run out of a vintage as quickly as possible. I would bet money that if I go back to this restaurant in two months, the menu will still reflect the discontinued vintage. I hope that not only this restaurant but all restaurants change this practice, as it is wrong. Special Features: Good for Groups, Great for Outdoor Dining, Scenic View, Hot Spot
(3)Marc K.
Been here a few times at various stays on Maui. Overall the restaurant is a five star restaurant, but every once in a while you get a waiter that just is not five star. On my last visit there, the waiter just had no personality. No eye contact. No smile. Just down to business. Now, when you're getting a meal at Spago, you expect some personality with your waiter or waitress, at least I do. Food quality is always good. I liked their old bread baskets that they used to put on the table with all different kinds of bread. Now they come around and offer them to you off of a tray. Similar breads, but I just liked having the entire basket on the table. I'll keep going back and hopefully get the waiters and waitresses that stand out!
(4)Beau G.
Get the lamb chops. If you are looking for a first class experience go to the Maui Four Seasons Spago. Its as amazing as it sounds.
(5)Michelle B.
Dinner last night amazing..... Delicious Bolognese and Pink Snapper... 8 oz Wagyu Sirloin to die for. Great upscale beautiful restaurant with amazing views...But bring the bank, which is typical at Four Seasons!
(4)George B.
All I have to say is that I'm picky when it comes to meals over $300. This place is worth it. I can't say much else except they are just amazing. The menu changes daily. I will be back.
(5)Juliana K.
I can confidently say that I ate one of my best dinners at Spago. We made reservations and were luckily seated at one of the best seats in the house - on the outside patio facing the gorgeous ocean, with a perfect view of the sunset. I quickly noticed that the service was impeccable. I could not believe how on top of everything they were. The wine was great and the food was even better. Starters: Our server quickly brought out an amuse-bouche from the chef which was a delicious tomato bisque. Later, one of the friendliest servers there, Alfredo, comes to our table to offer a platter of bread options. Try the caramelized onion bread!! I would come back JUST for that. Seriously, it was THAT good. Don't skip the bread. Indulge. Appetizers: Spicy Ahi Tuna Cones: We ordered these based on the Yelp highlight and I was really glad we did. They were awesome! Order them! Hawaiian Walu "Loco Moco": Micro greens and sesame aioli served with walu which is similar to butterfish. This was really good and full of flavor. I would definitely recommend both of these appetizers! Main Courses: Grilled Lamb Chops: This dish was amazing!! The lamb is served with peas and a chili-mint vinaigrette which is amazing and gives it a thai-ish flavor. 8oz Wagyu/Angus New York Sirloin: This dish was also really good, but I assume there are other main courses that are much better. Dessert: Pineapple Cheesecake: It was perfect, creamy, fruity, and flat out delicious. Overall, Spago provided an exceptional dining experience from start to finish.
(5)Kristin B.
My husband and I enjoyed a magnificent meal at Spago last year when we came to Maui, so I knew we had to go again on our Valentine's Day trip this year. I made the reservations well in advance through Open Table and requested an ocean view table for our 5:30 reservation. If you go when they open at 5:30, you have a better chance of getting a fantastic table with an amazing view. You can also ask for the prix fixe menu at the host stand when they are seating you, and they will include the 3 course $49 menu as an option as long as it is before 6 p.m. They will not offer it unless you ask, so be sure to ask, as it is a great deal and it has many menu items that are on the regular menu. We enjoyed phenomenal service from Kate, our professional, knowledgeable, and friendly server. She greeted us promptly and made us feel welcome. After ordering water (we don't drink alcohol), we were still made to feel special throughout the night, unlike other restaurants. The bread selection was wonderful as it always is at Wolfgang restaurants. The bread and water server was also such a nice guy. Kate timed our meal perfectly, which is a rarity in Hawaii. Each course was perfect! My hubby and I both ordered from the prix fixe, but I also asked if I could order a tomato salad not shown on the menu but I had remembered from our last visit. Kate asked the chef, and they were happy to make me the truly incredible salad that I had remembered, in addition to our 3 course meals. Besides the tomato salad, I had lemon linguini appetizer (fabulous), a snapper fish dish with lemon and capers (wow!), hubby had a green salad, curry, tofu, and fish dish (love!), and we both had chocolate lava cakes with sensational Hana banana ice cream which was out of this world! We also ordered the Rusty french press coffee and loved it! The food, service, and view were absolute heaven! Spago is by far the best restaurant on Maui and should not be missed. We are staying at the Ritz Carlton Kapalua on our trip, but we knew we had to drive to Wailea for our special dinner at Spago. We have been to Roy's, Lahaina Grill, Duo, Ferraro's, and many other places, but Spago outshines them all. Thanks, Kate for another enchanting evening at Spago Wailea!
(5)Christine T.
I've had a one star night here before and I've had a five star night here before. I'm averaging to three because you don't just get over an $80 piece of meat being served at the wrong temperature twice. Bottom line: when you order it medium and it comes out rare, then send it back and it still comes back rare, there should be apologies and it should be comped. Instead, on the particular evening that I'm still trying to get over, the waiter acted as if it was my issue. No, it's not and I'm at Spago. The general manager was completely indifferent about it and it has stuck with me for some time. I have been back since and had great meals (never ordered the kobe again) with great food and great service. But, I'm bitter still. Did I mention that the steak was not comped? I'm working through it and I will get there....
(3)Krishelle L.
I would actually rate 3.5, but because the manager on site overcompensated a lackluster experience, I will bump it up a notch to a 4. We made reservations well in advance for a Tuesday evening. Our first evening at the Four Seasons to celebrate our 10th anniversary. Requested sunset view, which is why we made dinner for 6pm (we usually eat more like 7 or 8). Our request was not accommodated unfortunately. They initially sat us with a view of the pool. When we complained they sat us at a 4 top with a partial view of the sunset. Let me warn you, if you have designs to catch a great sunset view, don't come here. They really only have 3 tables that accommodate. There are so many other great restaurants with MUCH better views (Kaana Kitchen, Humus, Migrant, to name a few). Appetizers were good but not out of this world. Our waitress must not have been on her A game for us because when we ordered the tuna poke taco she did not tell us that we could order just 2- she did tell us we could order 4. We watched several other tables just get 2. I can't even remember the other app- unmemorable. Entrees were delish but definitely overpriced. I had the Hong Kong style fish- great but I have actually had better at Eddie V's in Austin. My husband's dish was fish in a green curry sauce. It was outstanding. We must be lucky, as we live very close to a Thai restaurant that makes curry just as good. I think next time I pick up some white fish I will see if I can buy a jar of Thai Taste's green curry. We ordered the Soufflé for dessert. $17 and a wait, but it's our anniversary and already spent so much on wine and food anyway- let's indulge. The presentation was great and of course said happy 10th in chocolate. Unfortunately, it was overcooked, dry and just not great- the ice cream accompament was the saving grace, and all I ate. My husband ate most of the soufflé because we paid for it. When the waitress came by she made a comment about how we didn't like it because our plate was nearly empty. We told her actually it was dry and not very good, but the ice cream was great. She said she had never had anyone tell her that the soufflé was overcooked and she could bring us another scoop of ice cream. That was it. No sorry, no $17 comp. Upon leaving the manager asked how everything was, and we told him. Not venting or rude, just giving feedback. He over compensated us for our 'troubles'. Upon leaving the Four Seasons the manager was called over to give us his apologies for the Spago incident. Clearly, we had an off experience and I will be happy to visit Wolfgang's other restaurants in the future. A name is everything, and it is evident that the Wolfgang brand has chosen excellent managers.
(4)Dasha C.
Just ok -- everything was too salty and/or too sweet. Definitely made for a Midwest palette. Huge portions, lots of bread and butter. Service was generally good but it seemed like there were too many tables per waitress, so it took a while to someone's attention. Their handcrafted cocktails are all sugar -- order without simple syrup and they'll be amazing. Same goes for the red curry...it was like seafood pancake syrup over rice. Great aromatics though! Not worth the hefty price tag, though there are only two other places to go have dinner here at the Four Seasons.
(3)jay d.
At the 4 seasons next door to our hotel for honeymoon, the Fairmont kea lani. Cocktails were outstanding, service was off the charts attentive and knowledgeable. My wife's fish stew was amazing. It was a wonderful meal. It is expensive and feels a bit stuffy but it is a great splurge.
(4)Darrell P.
First off this is Maui so everything is relatively expensive. Then add Spago's is a Wolfgang Puck restaurant at the Four Seasons so anyone complaining about price here maybe not the brightest bulb on the tree. If you are on a budget go elsewhere and you'll be happier. With that out of the way the food and wine selection were excellent. Also the fresh bread selection was fantastic but be warned - don't have too much as tempting as it may be or you'll have no room for everything else. Highly recommend the spicy Thai tuna sashimi, double cut pork chops and the mahi mahi. All expertly prepared and presented. Good wine selection and very attentive service made for a memorable meal. Will be back during our next stay at the Four Seasons.
(5)jody k.
Auto pilot. We had dinner at spago...nice two top overlooking the ocean, just the wife and I. We basically let our cute, knowledgeable waitress choose our meal. Of course we reserved veto power but chose not to enforce it. The food was incredible....seafood curry dish with mango chutney - amazing. She nailed it on every account. Everything - wine, dessert, appetizer, service, ambiance was great. I even caught the Rolling Stones as the dinner music - not what I expected on the beachfront in Maui. Like everything else, I went with it and it was awesome.
(5)Elizabeth D.
Don't get me wrong, the flavors and quality of every dish my husband and I had at Spago was excellent. But the portions were tiny and frankly overpriced. I say this having dined at several of Maui's most expensive restaurants over the past few nights- all excellent, pricy, and leaving me feeling like I just enjoyed myself. Spago, on the other hand, made me feel like I should've taken a cue from the lady at the table behind us and hoarded bread piece by tiny piece every time they came around. Ultimately, you have so many more memorable and distinctive options on this lovely island, and I would recommend you take them.
(3)Matthew M.
Maybe I just wasn't in the mood for the food we ordered but I was not fully impressed with Spago. I can see why people would rate this place high, great view, decent menu and nice atmosphere but I wasn't impressed at all. I'm giving it three stars based on the ocean view and nothing more. The food was sub par at best, lobster bisque wasn't great, and the mahi mahi was a bit dry. The only thing that was decent was my daughters cheese pizza which they were kind enough to add pineapple to. Maybe it was an off night but with so many options in Maui I doubt I'll be back.
(3)Meghna G.
The bread options are great! Amazing lamb chops and huge portions at that with 4 good sized chops with green chutney and snap peas and eggplant. Husband had the chicken which was a bit bland for our taste but still tender and juicy!
(4)Jorge G.
Amazing dinner experience. Our server Nicole was very attentive and fun! I highly recommend the Lamb. Cant wait to come back again. Aloha
(5)Sarah B.
The two-star rating is well deserved given the undeserved hype and the outprices for this mediocre food and poor service. The ambiance is lovely, with indoor and outdoor seating, nice lighting and a killer view of the ocean and/or pool. But it felt like service was rushed and happening all around us, rather than for us. Our waiter spoke quickly and made us feel like we were keeping him from something more important. Ordering our food felt like ordering from a car salesman, trying to talk us into appetizers and the most expensive entrees available. Our bread sever, Alfredo, on the other hand, was incredibly friendly and attentive. Once we ordered we waited for about 45 min, and my companion finally spoke up, asking if the food normally takes this long. Our server's response was that, "Yes it does. Everything is made from scratch." Well I'd hope so! The appropriate response to a concerned customer, especially at a place like Spago, would have been to apologize and offer a glass of wine during the wait. When he finally reappeared with our entrees, he admitted they had indeed taken too long and offered dessert on the house. We felt better. But we were sorely disappointed with the food. The pork chop was great but certainly not worthy of its $40 plus price tag. The mahi mahi was very dry and overcooked. The server redeemed himself again by promising to take the mahi mahi off the bill and then later, the second entree as well. He did the right thing. He knew our food and service were completely sub par and comped us for that. Ultimately the wine and dessert were great, but I would feel like a real sucker if we had paid for either entree. Spago redeemed itself by paying for our meals but that is good service recovery, not good service. I would definitely not return nor would I recommend to a friend. Try monkeypod in wailea instead.
(2)Lawrence C.
I went last night with my wife and another couple. We were really disappointed. The service was okay the view was terrific the food was not good. My fish was way overcooked We had heard about the sushi cones and were anticipating them. They were served at room temperature and smelled like fish. The best entree- My wife had the lamb which was pretty good
(2)Audney D.
Had a really bad experience but they went out of their way to contact me and make it right. Thanks for caring, there is hope for humanity!
(4)RJ T.
Been many times and it's a five star experience. Sometimes the food is 5 stars and sometimes 4, but service is very good and the view is amazing at sunset.
(5)Regina T.
We had a wonderful dinner at Spago on our last night in Maui! We started out with cocktails which were pricey but absolutely delicious. Our chosen appetizer was calamari, which was good but not great and the portion was small given the $21 price tag. Our entrees were just delicious- I had the uku, which had really rich lobster smashed potatoes underneath. The fish was perfectly cooked. My husband had the Mahi Mahi which came with this divine black bean sauce and was served over a bed of Asian vegetables- absolutely divine. Added to the awesome food, our server was absolutely FABULOUS. Were it not for the calamari, we would have given Spago five stars hands down.
(4)Cheryl L.
Oh WOW! If you go to Maui you have, have, have to go to Spago. It isn't just dinner it is an entire experience. It begins when you drive up to the Four Season. The valets make you feel welcome. The hostess provided a warm welcome. The view is absolutely breathtaking. They seated us on the patio looking out over the ocean. All of the tables are thinner ovals and pushed up against the railing/wall so that no one has their back to the view. The service is exactly what you expect - 5 stars and beyond. Our water glasses were never less than half full. The waiter, Chris, was one of the best waiters I've ever had. Very personable and knowledgeable about each of the items on the menu. The evilness of the night was the bread. They bring around a tray with 6 different kinds of bread and they keep coming and coming and coming. It was hard to choose a favorite but I think that I like the crisp triangles with cheese. Oh screw - I can't pick a favorite, I was on vacation and I pick them all. We elected not to order an appetizer but to save room for dessert. My husband and I both ordered the Thai Seafood & Pineapple-Coconut Red Curry. It had shrimp, Onaga, Mahi-Mahi, Galagal, Kaffir Line, Thai Basil and Green Papaya Salad. This also come with three little dishes of the three sauces. Although perfectly balanced already I promptly dumped all of them in my dish. It also is served with a bowl of white and brown rice. I recently read an article that the third item is the most ordered item on the menu. I re-reviewed the Spago menu and there it is in the third spot. Go figure. Sad panda portion - by the time I finished probably what was an entire loaf of bread and the more than yummy Thai dish I had no room left for dessert. But...Since I had indicated when I made the reservation that we were celebrating our 17th anniversary, which the waiter had mentioned when we first sat down. he brought us a plate of fresh baked cookies with "Happy 17th Anniversary" written on the plate. Now for those of you who are Monty Python fans this is the equivalent the wafer thin mint skit. I couldn't leave without taking one bite from each of the cookies. The rest were boxed up for us to take with us. If I could give Spago - Maui more than 5 stars I certainly would.
(5)Kiki H.
Unfortunately, Kiki is not impressed. So many things were hyped up about Spago. But our expectations were not met. The service was VERY slow. It took us 25 minutes to get offered bread and get our first drink. The wine list by the glass was also very disappointing. I enjoyed our appetizer of ahi poke cones. Everything was overpriced for the size, but the ahi poke was fresh and I did enjoy it. For my entree, I had the curry. It was meh. A little too spicy (I'll admit, I was warned), and it was overpriced for curry ($45 or something like that. what?!?) It was not worth that price, in my opinion. My dining parter had the tomato soup which he said was good, but he did not enjoy his steak was dry and chewy. For ~$70, you'd expect a steak to not be these things. We had the pancake suffle for dessert. It was nice, but not as great as The Best Thing I Ever Ate made it out to be. Service was slow. I was disappointed. Our meal was very expensive for such a disappointment. I would not go back. :(
(2)Sharon Y.
Food: 5 stars Service: 6 stars Setting: 6 stars Summary: Better than the Beverly Hills version. Way better. Everything we had here was a must-get. The spicy ahi tuna poke in sesame-miso cones is one of their signature dishes, and it's easy to see why. Every bite was a full taste sensation - salty, sweet, spicy, soft, crunchy, gingery. The sesame-crusted mahi mahi was also outstanding, and the yuzu sauce was the perfect accompaniment. And then the kaiserschmarren was a nice way to finish the meal - the pancake had a nice light texture, somewhat reminiscent of toasted Hawaiian sweetbread. And of course the Four Seasons service was impressive. Absolutely attentive and impeccable without being intrusive. We'll add this to our list of places we must revisit.
(5)Sue B.
really good food and service but expensive. Order ur desert when ur seated so it will be ready when ur done eating ur entree.
(4)Ashley C.
Spago is a pretty descent restaurant. Likes: The servers here are really nice. They made you feel like family. Don't Likes: I don't really the food here. The pork chop was kind of dry. I ordered the bolognese and the noodles were kind of hard but the sauce was good. If this place had better food I would give this place 5 stars. For that reason I gave this place 3 stars.
(3)Anon M.
My first stop for dinner after arriving to Maui. Spago did not disappoint. The food is delicious, the service wonderful. I'll be dining there again next week. Aloha.
(5)Michelle S.
Started with a small cute cup of Thai coconut soup with a splash of chili oil compliments of the chef - perfect balance of flavors - left me wanting a bowl of it. Ordered a glass Jane's Vineyard Sonoma glass of Pinot Noir - okay but am spoiled by Rosenthal Wines in Malibu, CA. Choice of breads - the raves for the local Maui onion- caramelized focaccia bread are not overstated - bread is fresh and perfect hint of salt with the caramelized onion. Ahi tuna poke in cones appetizer is good and worth ordering - cone is slightly sweet which is an interesting contrast to the chili sauce on top -looks almost like red caviar - a little tad overpowering so miss complement of flavors since heat is a little much. But LOVE that someone at restaurant asked about flavors and instantly "got" my minor issue, and said he would let chef know - and I believe he will. Service is amazing here!! (One more exclamation - it is that good) ! Eating tapas style tonight so also ordered the sweet corn risotto. If you are like me, you may be wondering what can be that special about a corn risotto...imagine sweet kernels still crisp, perfectly intact so a burst of flavor comes with each bite of risotto which is also cooked to perfection. Yes, this restaurant is on the pricier side but enjoying perfectly made food with great service on an outdoor deck overlooking the ocean... I feel like I got the deal of the century!!
(5)Kiran J.
I would highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone....forget Mama's Fish House and come to Spago's! Amazing blend of spices for the curry! The views are breathtaking and serene. A perfect end to my trip!
(5)Clarke H.
Whole fish is cooked in a wok here prepared and presented with flair. Highly recommend it. This place is very good in every respect except the patrons.
(4)Marci N.
8 of us had a fantastic experience here. Xmas week is extremely crowded at all the restaurants in Maui- don't go out if you can't be patient. We went on Christmas Eve and had to wait a half hour past our reservation time- I actually think they forgot about us but once we were seated the service was probably the best we've ever had, anywhere. The waiter knew every detail of every dish as if he was the chef, it was very impressive. All the food was between good and great. I own a restaurant and regret not telling the manager that night how amazing the staff was. So if you're paying attention Wolfgang, your staff was knowledgable and provided great service and great food.
(5)Molly M.
Every year we start our Maui vacation by eating at Spago's. And every year we get exactly what we were hoping for. Impeccable service, outstanding food in a beautiful setting. Of course, we have to start with the tuna poke cones; can't miss there! And ALL their fish dishes are so delicious. Has to be the best place in wailea.
(5)Trang H.
My boyfriend and I came here for dinner after hearing about their awesome $49 three course prix fixed menu. You can take advantage of this offer by making reservations to be seated before 6PM, and honestly, I wouldn't pay more than that to eat here. Spago sits on the second floor of the Four Seasons overlooking Wailea Beach, and while the sunset was indescribably beautiful, the food was just decent. Maybe they are trying to channel the indulgence of Maui, but I felt the meal lacked balance. The appetizer course, a tomato bisque, was too rich and the portion was too large. My onaga was okay, but I would have much preferred my boyfriend's mahimahi. In fact, I think I devoured a good portion of his fish ^_^ Seriously, don't think to yourself, "Oh let's get different dishes so we can try different things." NO! If you're getting the $49 prix fixe menu, get the darn mahimahi or you will be disappoint, son. Dessert was just a chocolate cake. For Spago, I expected something a little more creative and exciting... Maybe I should have ordered the caramelized pork chops everyone is raving about, but the prix fixe menu was too good to miss out on.
(3)Kelly G.
Great vibe and wine list. Loved the Duck and the Kobe Beef. Portions were perfect- not too big, as I never seem to be very hungry in warmer climates. Servers were very attentive without it being overkill. Also, regarding noise- Its not a quiet restaurant, but the noise level is no problem. You can easily maintain a conversation at normal decibels.
(5)Timothy G.
Went here for Valentine's Day with my fiancée great food and service. Great views of the ocean and sunset. Kobe Steak melts in your mouth.
(5)Sandy L.
This is the 3rd Spago we have visited. Services were outstanding and very very attentive. I can't find anything to pick on. Cocktails were tasty and not watery at all. Great stuff. Food? The presetation was nice with huge portion. However, the food itself didn't carrry much tastes and swim in a very intense sauce. I don't say the food taste awful or bad, just didn't reach my expectation on Spago. I feel no more Spago after this.
(4)Alyson W.
My husband & I were on Maui for 6 days and we had our best meal of the trip at Spago! It was definitely super pricey, but hey, who knows if/when we'll be back to Hawaii, so we decided to splurge and give Spago a try. Our server was Kari and assistant server was Christian. They were both awesome! They took the time to explain the menu to us and give us recommendations based on things we said we liked/didn't like. We started with the ahi cones which were delish (my husband didn't love them, but I did!) and he also got tomato soup. It came in a huuuuuge bowl so I got to have some too :) They offer you some bread and there are so many to choose from! I remember the onion bread and the olive bread being very good. Then, Christian brought over an amuse bouche - I can't remember exactly what it was now (I waited too long to write this review!), but it was some sort of thai curry flavored soup. Kari told me that if i liked that, then I would enjoy the thai curry entree which was similar. I went with that and was very happy that I did! My husband got the mahi I think, but he was jealous that he didn't get mine ;) I wished we hadn't gotten appetizers just so I could've finished it!! For dessert, we went a little crazy and got a cheese plate, the sorbet trio AND cookies! (Hey! We were on vacation!!) The sorbet was sooo good and even if you don't have room for dessert, you should try it :) After our meal, we were hanging out talking, and it was close to 9:30 so the restaurant was pretty empty. Kari & Christian didn't have any other tables so we called them over to talk and ask about their lives on Maui. It was cool to hear about what brought them there and their experiences! I imagine some servers would be wanting to run away so they could finish their side work and leave for the night, but they were happy to stay and chat, and really made us feel welcome. Thanks, Kari & Christian, for great service and a great meal!
(5)Dive M.
Ok, for all the low class pukes out there that say this place sucks, clearly cannot afford to be here. The food is excellent!! If you want quantity, take your fat ass to burger king, if you want quality, then eat here. No matter where you sit in the restaurant, you will be able to see the sunset. Over looking the pool is very tranquilizing. So for those hepatitis c hippies that complained about eating and staring at the pool or a wall, why the hell did you stay? Ohh geez common sense, I didn't know I had any. I mean W.W.J.D? Over all, I can say, while I was eating there that I enjoyed it. FACT: Wolfgang Pucks Spagos, if it wasn't good, don't you think it would have closed already? NO YOU MORONS! Why do you think celebrities come back year after year? Not because they are friends with Wolfgang, for common sense sake, he doesn't work there, so something must be having guys like Steven Tyler, Oprah and Eddie Murphy coming back for more? And I know it wasn't JUST THE SUNSET, so the food had to be a factor. The hatters are going to hate because they can't be what Spagos is. Let it be known that Spagos is above excellence and will stay there.
(5)Tonya P.
Detailed, polite service. Food is outstanding. Upscale ambience. I enjoyed the seafood curry entree and mango soufflé. Would order both again.
(5)Briana S.
BEST RESTAURANT FOR DINNER AT THE FOUR SEASONS I've tried Spago, Ferraro's and Duo...and I like them in that order. I have spent my past two birthdays dining at Spago and was beyond impressed both times. Try to go around sunset and request an outdoor table- the view is incredible. The waitstaff is top notch; very friendly and attentive. FOOD: -bread choice is great; I always go for a piece (or two!) of the sweet onion focaccia but others are delicious also -tuna cone appetizer is great, very fresh tuna and slightly sweet tasting cones -seafood curry entree is amazing; if you are a curry lover you MUST try this! the extra curry and mango sauces it comes with are perfect complements to the dish, and they give you a healthy side of half white, half brown rice. -macadamia nut crusted fish with mashed sweet potatoes: also incredible, I like it equally as much as the curry dish, just depends on what you're craving! -boyfriend ordered the lobster which was fantastic -Desserts: not their strong point, in my opinion- their kaiserschmarren pancake-like dessert is pretty good but very heavy, and their pineapple upside-down cake is not good at all. Overall though, absolutely incredible, I would return with every trip to maui :)
(5)Justin A.
I celebrated my 25 birthday here with my girlfriend. Spago has great wine and food... Every review points that out. Here's the thing I didn't like...the restaurant charged me for birthday cookies that neither my girlfriend and I requested. That's kind of annoying. Don't bring $25 plate of cookies to the table if noone asks for them. /Fin
(3)Lola K.
One of the best meals I've ever had. I'm vegan, my husband is not but we were both very happy. They were very accommodating and offered lots of vegan choices and modifications. Just ask! The service was excellent at every moment. We both got risotto as an appetizers, amazing! I had the Hong Kong style tofu and veg it was delicious. Sorbetto for desert. The food was just amazing and the service was perfect and we were overlooking the ocean, what more could you want?
(5)K L.
In a word: divine. Ahi cones are a must! I had the chicken because it received a great review on here and I was not disappointed. The service was impeccable. I am local and have never received service like this anywhere on the island.
(5)Mariam F.
Best vegan options I have had! Wow and the chef was very hospitable to my veggie needs! Great desserts and service!
(4)Jessica R.
Gorgeous view. Attentive and friendly staff. Someone was constantly trying to give us more and more and more bread, which was pretty good. Pretty good. Ordered the tomato salad and it was quite salty, and I. LOVE. SALT. But this was too much. I ordered the mahi and it was nice... Fine. Husband ordered the ahi and the fish itself was good but the accompaniments left a lot to be desired. To get to the point, I feel like I had a perfectly fine meal...for $200.
(3)Stephanie O.
The ambiance is amazing. My boyfriend and I decided to eat here our last night in Maui. We met some people by the beach who recommended this place. From our table we had an incredible view of the ocean, our waiter was friendly and the food was great! You have to try the corn risotto for an appetizer. Very delicious! I ate the pork chops which were tender and tasty and my boyfriend had the wagu bolognese. Both dishes were awesome. Totally worth the $$$! I would definitely eat here again and look forward to checking out the Spago in Beverly Hills!
(4)Vincent C.
I honestly do not get what the fuss is all about. The food was pretty good, but the service was meh. My wife and I decided to splurge on our last dinner on Maui, so we fully expected the menu to be exorbitantly overpriced. If you are ordering wine or any other adult libation, be fully prepared to drop more than $100 a person. I suppose you could justify the plate costs based on the use of premium local ingredients. It's not every day that I get to have opakapaka, but I still prefer my Dad's much simpler steamed preparation. My wife's seafood Thai red curry was delicious; the delicate fish flavors were not lost in the heat of the nicely developed curry. It was curious that they chose to make the dish so spicy though. My ability to enjoy the meal was greatly hindered by the spotty service. We waited about 40 minutes for our appetizers to come out, all the while the larger party seated behind us received frequent attention. When the entrees came out, I was brought the wrong dish (which also happened to be cold). While we were having our coffee at 9:30 or so, the dining room was filled with the clanging of silverware being put away, then of tables being carried out and moved around. I don't expect 5-star service, but if you're going to put on the dog and pony show, you better execute it. Overall, this was not a worthwhile experience... I could have had 80 spam musubis instead.
(2)Jen F.
This was definitely a fancy place! The service is impeccable, absolutely no complaints. The bread brought out was amazing, such a good idea. I could eat the rosemary and Maui onion bread all day!. The coconut curry was delicious as was the monchong. A friend got the surf and turf, and it was good, but a little small for the price he thought. The final bill was scary, but luckily we had a discount. If we didn't have the discount, not sure if the price would be worth it, however it is Wailea and the four seasons so everything is pricey.
(4)Kim D.
Although I am rating this 3-stars, it probably should be less for the cost. I certainly do not mind paying $400 for dinner but this time is was not even close to worth it. We ordered a fish dish (mahi-mahi) and a rib eye. The fish dish was avarage at best - being over salted and just okay flavors. the rib eye was cooked to order but had no flavor. the appetizer spicy tuna cones were good (not great) and all I kept thinking was who came up with the cone idea first? I Guess it does not matter, I can only tell you that the salmon tartar ones at the French laundry are 100 times better. If you use great quality fish, you really do not have to add so much spice that the fish is unnoticed. The flavor of the miso cone was appealing but they ruined the dish with the over spiced tuna. Overall, a big let down compared to a couple years ago, when we ate there twice and had very good meals both times. I would suggest walking to another local resort/restaurant, as there are many in the area that are much better.
(3)Steve M.
Special is the only way to describe Spago's! Returned last night for my wife's birthday. Food , drink, and service was the best!
(5)Stanley W.
Everything was perfect as expected. Sweeping views, exceptional service, and high prices :). Every appetizer and entree was delicious. Worth every dollar. Would go back. We had local moca, another fish appetizer, snapper special, and mahi mahi.
(5)Mitzi D.
I know this is an insane statement but we only went to Spago because Duo had no availability. Spago is the type of restaurant where you have a long leisurely meal. Its more about the total experience. We started off with drinks and an amuse bouche of pea soup that was quite tasty. Also offered were a variety of breads, I tasted a spicy lavash that I loved and a nice olive bread. I had to order the Ahi Poke cones as it was their specialty but I rated this as just "ok". The crunchy exterior was so much more than the amount of ahi interior that I tasted more of the sesame miso cone than I did ahi. My hubby on the other hand LOVED this dish. He could have probably eaten another full order of it. My friend ordered the beet salad which she rated as just okay. It was quite large. My husband order the ahi for his main course which he said was delicious he just wished it had a little wasabi for a kick. I had the monchong that was cooked perfectly. For dessert our whole table ordered and shared various items the favorite was the chocolate malted semi freddo. It was rich and delicious. The server is where I took a star off. There was the main waitress and her assitant. Her assitant was just as knowledgeable and answered all our questions, she was warm, funny, informative and genuine. Our main waitress was over the top fake pretentious and not genuine. We had a simple question about what ingredients or item was at the bottom of the semi freddo and she went into a long spiel on how she never met a semi freddo she liked until she worked at Spago and on and on and yet...our question was never answered. Overall it was a good eating experience but I still prefer Duo.
(3)Kevin H.
Fantastic dining experience with a view the food is great but expense. Best service on the island.
(5)Steve M.
Ate at Spago with a couple friends about a month back. IT was wonderful...The famous Tuna cones were amazing. Followed by their encrusted Mahi Mahi... The place is located inside the Four Seasons, so its higher end. Amazing dinner, good company, and great food. What more can we ask for?
(5)John F.
Everything in Hawai'i is expensive, and Spago is no exception. However, the food was good, the service was (almost too) attentive and the ambience was romantic and warm. I can't really remember what we ordered. We were really jet lagged and had a few cocktails before our meal. I do remember everything being very tasty. I think I had the pork chop, which was very tender and tasty. Warning for you big eaters: the portions are quite small, especially the appetizers. You're going to have to order all three courses if you want to leave with a full stomach, and doing so will run you some major coin. Ahh you're on vacation. Go for it. We will be back someday. Sigh...
(4)Michael R.
High brow dinner. Went for our honeymoon / first anniversary dinner. Food was of the best I've had. Started out with mahi mahi risotto, then had the 700 degree lava rock NY strip bone in. The meat was of the most tender I have had. The cherry on top was a plate of cookies celebrating our anniversary from the staff.
(5)Scott E.
Ate here last night with a large party...about 18 of us. The server was really wonderful, very knowledgable, and quite accommodating with a big group. Our group wanted 5 separate checks...what a pain....server said "no problem we can do that" and she did it perfectly. I ordered chicken with some goat cheese Yukon mashed potatoes. It was prepared very well but maybe too much dairy for me (know what I mean?). My wife had Mahi Mahi and didn't like it. Thought it was too fishy. I'm not a fish eater so that sounds weird but another guest at our table said the same thing. Someone had a banana chocolate soufflé and it looked amazing. My salad was fantastic too. It had 15 different veggies in it and the best Mac nut herb dressing ever. Admittedly, the food took a long time but I think that is sort of normal for Hawaii. The four seasons property at night was spectacular to see. All in all, food server was fantastic, food was pretty good to mixed reviews at the table but took a while and ambiance was nice. I would be back to try again with smaller group.
(3)Anthony P.
On Maui staying next door at the Fairmont Kea Lani, we opted to make the gorgeous 10 minute coastal walk next door to the Four Seasons and we're glad we did. Being from Los Angeles and knowing this restaurant group we had modest expectations. This location exceeded our modest expectations. Atmosphere: Very modern Asian decor placed "upstairs" in the Four Seasons. At first I was a bit miffed that our party of five (including a 4 year old) was placed in a back room but it turned out to be very pleasant. BONUS: Steven Tyler (Aerosmith) and a party of three were two tables away. After being friendly and buying them a round of grappa, we spoke to him and took some photos. He was gracious and fun! 4 STARS Service: We had a 7 year Spago veteran who was gracious, knowledgeable, good natured, efficient and overall a keeper. He made good suggestions, knew the menu and prodded us without annoyances. BONUS: the 4 year old fell asleep at the table 15 minutes into dinner. The Spago staff was right on it. They arranged two chairs for her to sleep on, brought a pillow and a cashmere coverup for her. Quite a team! 5 STARS Food & Beverage: It was spot on. Tried a "new" caviar from Keluga. Loved the local tomato salad and risotto appetizers. Indian curry entree was a huge hit. Pork chop and lamb chops cooked perfectly to order and great flavors. Not outstandingly creative food but very, very good in taste, quality and presentation. Wine list was accurately priced and nicely deep with imported and food-compatible selections. 5 STARS Price: If you've eaten on Maui you'll not be surprised that a 4 Star dining experience is easily a 4 $$$$ event. In this case, worth every penny. Additional service bonus: Four Seasons presented a gratis car ride back to the Fairmont (which came in handy with the sleeping child). Could easily be the best overall dining experience in Wailea area of Maui.
(5)B B.
Where to begin... Happened to be staying in Maui at the Four Seasons Wailea the week they experienced pretty cold temperatures by there standards, and definitely pretty chilly at night if you didn't pack anything other than "island" clothes. Needless to say the forecasts for Maui are every changing so it is always hard to get a good gauge of the weather. Think, high 60's, low 70's windy, raining, overcast during the day and high 50's, low 60's at night with wind. So when I made a reservation on a Sunday night at 7:15pm for 4 with these temperatures, I figured I would have been seated inside or at least under the protection of a covered lanai. Granted, I didn't request inside, but common sense would suggest that you don't seat a table at the uncovered part of the lanai with blowing wind, and then when you see that everyone in the party is cold, only offer an extremely thin "shawl." There were plenty of tables inside. Well, rather than complain, since there were other guests out there as well, we stayed put and ordered. They served us an amuse bouche of creamy tomato soup which was quite delicious, but of course when everyone wanted to actually order it as a starter... they were sold out. No biggie. Ordered some wine and drinks. Ordered dinner. We were checked on maybe once during this whole time and it took over AN HOUR to get our food. I don't even know how that is possible. We couldn't find our server. Had to ask another server to track down our food, only to hear "it should be right up." Mind you we are still all freezing. My in-laws ordered their crispy quail appetizer as an entree, my father in-law being from the south has grown up on quail so was excited to try the famous Spago's version. By the time we got our food his quail was cold and he said it tasted horrible and gamey. He took one bite, him and his wife were done at this point and left to go back to the room as they had already waited long enough in the cold for horrible and overpriced food. Finally the server comes by AFTER my in-laws left to check on us. We voiced our concerns and he sent over the GM. The GM states he will comp all of our food and apologized and then, FINALLY offers to move us inside!!!!!! Umm...shouldnt that have been done FIRST, when your people already brought us out three shawls?? Instead of offering flimsy shawls why not move us inside in the first place to avoid all of this!!!! Just not a great experience at all at a place with such a prestigious name...Service was definitely lacking...I expect service like that at a McDonalds...not Spagos. To not have been checked on by the server until after two people left the table is not acceptable by any means. The only reason why the two stars was because of the very friendly and courteous bus boy who refilled our water and brought us our bread. He made a genuine effort and he should be promoted. To be honest, I couldnt even tell you how my food was because I was already so irritated and upset I barely touched it. Needless to say, the rest of the week we were there we avoided Spago's at all costs.
(2)Ally Z.
Came here for the view-- perfect. We were right on time to watch the beautiful sunset. Our waiter gave us great tips on taking a nice photograph of the sunset. Quick notes: Tuna tartare cones: too sweet cones, personally don't like them. Lamb chops: very delicious and juicy Seafood risotto: too salty. Excellent service.
(3)John R.
i get fine dining, but the portions for the price is horrible. I'm ok with paying $50+ if it takes me more than 4 bites to eat the meal. Yes it literally took me 4 bites. That's roughly $13 a bite. The food was good but not worth $13 a bite. Waiter was ok. Bread/water lady was nice and friendly.
(2)Jenn K.
Granted this review is for Valentine's Day, but I'm hoping and assuming that the quality and service are the same on non-special days. First off, the view is spectacular. Although it was super windy, it was nice sitting outside. The bread that they serve is delicious, especially the crisps. We ordered a beet salad, ahi cones, steak, ono, and for dessert chocolate tarte with kona ice cream. Highlights of dinner were the steak which seemed like it was dry aged and cooked to perfection. The dessert had the best kona ice cream that I've ever had. The fish was delicious, but the preparation was pretty standard for upscale restaurants in Maui. The service was impeccable, the waite staff were attentive, but not hovering.
(4)K H.
Fantastic restaurant. Great service and wonderful fish dishes. The even have an extensive red burgundy list which is often not seen in the US. One of my favorites
(5)Debbie W.
5 star service baby! The staff here is really attentive and incredible. Small touches like presenting the bread like, hey this isn't just any old bread, there's like 6 choices here and let me tell you how artisan each of them are! I loved that. I had the pina colada but it wasn't your poolside blended frozen, it was special. It tasted like a pina colada, but way more sophisticate in its presentation and I'm sure it was far fewer calories! The Ahi Tuna cones were alright, I felt the sweet cones kind of took over the fresh ahi, what a shame! But the rest of the prix fixe menu was awesome. I had the Pork - OmG, moist and thick cut...more asian style than the american version. Also had the salmon, that was so good, perfectly cooked. The molton cake at the end was the perfect finish! Sunset views and awesome staff make this place a must visit. I do wish they did something special for our anniversary as I believe I mentioned it in my OpenTable reservation.
(4)Eric Y.
Spago is a very nice restaurant. Nice location, beautiful setting and view, with lovely and attentive waitstaff. My goodness, it's nice. We had Christmas Eve dinner here. The "famous" ahi tuna poke in sesame-miso cones were beautifully crafted and lovely to look at but not really spicy or super tasty either. The sashimi of big eye ahi tuna was yummy and a really highlighted the freshness of the tuna. My entree of grilled monchong was very good ... the fish was absolutely perfectly done however the other items on the plate were not flavorful and added little to the dish. The other entrees - 700 degree lava steak, pork chop, lamb chops, and the roasted chicken were also nicely prepared. The standout dessert was the Austrian pancake with kula berries. Wow ... that was awesome. While the food quality was generally good, the prices are pretty much ridiculous. Assorted cookies for $16? Cup of coffee for $10? Without mention of a civet cat? Even by Hawaii standards, the price to quality ratio is too high and this is what brought the stars down from 4 to 3. Ok, so it's Hawaii, Christmas Eve, Four Seasons Hotel, sunset/ocean view. What did I expect? I am no Scrooge. I feel lucky to be able to write this review. As Tiny Tim said: "And God bless us, everyone!"
(3)Danielle F.
What to say about Spago... Hummm.. 3 stars for the food. 4 stars for the service. For starters, Spago brings with it expectations. Because there is no way out of here under $100 per person, you really are expecting the best. It's like an over hyped movie. Take Bridesmaids for example. Everyone is talking about how funny it is when the bride takes a crap in the street after eating bad Indian food. When you finally see it for yourself you can't help thinking, Yeah that was funny.. But not as funny as I thought it would be. My favorite part about the meal was the bread. They have amazing bread and the bread lady knew my name by the time the meal was over because I kept asking her to bring me more. At Spago Im sure its unusual for people to gorge themselves on bread but I didn't care. I can't help it, I blame the Italian in me. It's freshly baked and there are several different kinds so I was thrilled. The butter also has pink sea salt that tastes great on the bread. I could really go on and on about this bread. We also ordered a bottle of expensive wine which was delicious after we asked for a decanter. The famous tuna cones were good but for $33 for 4 small cones it just was not worth it. You can get great fresh tuna at a number of places on the island that are just as tasty. My friend got the pork chop which she devoured but my curry was way too sweet with no taste of fish to be found. I couldn't eat it. Dessert was really good. We had the lava cake which just oozed with chocolate goodness. Service was stellar which made me ok with the half eaten meal. The view also didn't hurt.
(3)Kerri N.
They had the best Wagyu steak I have ever tasted. It melts in your mouth! I would love to eat here again, but the price of the steak (and the cost to get to Maui first) is expensive.
(5)Ian P.
Food was good, service was not. Good selection of entrees and appetizers but in the hour we spent at spago we only saw the waiter 3 times.
(3)Stephanie T.
Typical high end restaurant. Very pricy, but the food was delicious. It took a while, but they provided up with bread and appetizers and drinks until the food arrived. The staff were all great and the food was good.
(4)Staci W.
The restaurant lounge is very Vegas. Nothing Maui about it. We should have turned around there but we had our buzz on....so we decided to do some bling watching in the bar. There was a lot of pretentious postering to behold and the "I just LOVE SPAAAAAAGO" to be heard. We decided to be luxurious and get a table. The "experience" began by being seated side-by-side staring at another table. Very odd but funny, especially in our state. Our server was a very very serious German man (Lurch-like...). The giggles stopped when the food arrived. It was well executed but safe and nothing progressive. We left feeling robbed and dumbfounded. It could be the perfect SNL skit. This is a celebrity chef that sells his mediocre canned soup at the grocery store. What was I thinking. Go to Duo or Ferraro's instead!
(2)Laurence H.
Ok restaurant but NOT up to Wolfgang standard at least not his LA or Vegas restaurant. Food was ok and design is basic hotel could have done so much more with that view. The other two restaurants at Four Seasons are not great so Spago is on decent one but could do better.
(3)Doug S.
Over the past few years we have seen for service gradually fall. In November we came and had very bad service. The manager Darin said he was sorry and assured us it would be better our next time. We came back last night and had 7:00 reservations. We showed at 7:05 and were told it would be 10-15 min. We waited 10 and were then led to a table INSIDE the restaurant in a room with no other diners (everyone was outside of course). We requested an outside table and were told another 30 min. We went to the bar and ordered a bottle of wine and after 20 min we were told we had a table. We said we ordered a bottle of wine and we were told it would come to our table. The waiter then came and asked if we wanted drinks, we explained we ordered wine 25 min ago, he said he would track down. 20 min later it showed up with the manager Darin, he said they had trouble finding it (45 min later). While he was there I asked for ice with my water.....20 min later, still no ice or bread. He didn't seem to care.... Dinner was just fair, seared tuna, tuna poke....... We explained the whole chain of events to Darin and he seemed uninterested, like he hears it all the time. No apology or concession for our trouble and for a $345 dinner, very disappointed again. Go to Duo or our favorite Ferraros before Spago....not sure why the service is so bad but it's not getting any better and there are better choices with much better views just 20 yards away. The Four Seasons needs to step in and demand changes......
(1)AJ Z.
Spago Maui, Ahh what a disappointment.. The entrees and apps looked and were explained so great? But sadly aloha mixed plate was better . Noting says why did I just drop $250 on a bad meal and experience but this place. Don't get me wrong, we had the sunset table but the food just stunk....
(1)Doug G.
My wife and I were waiting for a cruise and talking with a couple that was also waiting. She told them about our sour experience at Spago that I rated on 1/8 and when she finally stopped talking it turned out the gal that we were talking to (Charity) was the manager there. At the end of our cruise she came up to us and gave us her card and invited us back on her, she wanted another chance. Charity did not disappoint. We were given what is probably the best table in the house and were assigned a great wait staff, Jonathan and Marco. As soon as we sat down Jonathan brought out a 2004 bottle of Dom Perignon and poured us each a glass to celebrate our 35th anniversary. We were served several specialty items from the appetizer menu including Risotto with white truffles that were all excellent. My wife had the Swordfish that was excellent and I had the New York that you can never go wrong with. We shared a side of steamed vegetables, broccoli, asparagus and carrots. We were completely full when Jonathan brought us the dessert menu and nearly insisted that we at least try one. Oh what the heck we said, so we had the cheesecake, it was spectacular! All in all it was a great evening thanks to a caring manager who did not want to leave a sour taste in any customers mouth. We will come back to Spago in the future. Our evening was truly a five star dinner thanks to Charity and her amazing staff.
(5)Nevada F.
Outstanding food and service. The cocktails are beautifully made, including the Mai-tai, and the jalapeno martini. The cones were very good, but I'd prefer a less candy-like cone, with more of a crunchy savory pastry (Thomas-Keller style). The short rib pasta appetizer was ample as an entree (and the server deftly cancelled the lady's main course upon request. Pineapple upsidedown cake was stellar. A perfect location for a romantic dinner. $375 included drinks, wine, tip, tax, and several courses for two.
(5)Cory B.
UTTERLY DISAPPOINTING!!! Went for a special dinner on Saturday night with my hubby and had specially requested a week earlier to have a table facing the sunset. We arrived several minutes early and were greeted by three hostesses who looked us up and down ( one even turned to the main hostess and whispered something about out appearance). We had dressed up for the occasion as we had been staying at the ritz all week and had wanted one great meal at Wailea. The hostess sat us first directly facing the pool and stated that no tables faced the sunset - which is a lie. Then when we asked to be moved, she sat us at two tables down from the first still directly staring at the pool. Finally, we asked out waiter nicely to please place us by the terrace overlooking the ocean and sunset and they sat us at a closer table yet they put me FACING A WALL!!!! I never believe that racism still happens at these types of establishments HOWEVER, given that we were the only Latinos in the restaurant and there were four empty tables directly facing the sunset and the up and down looks when we first walked in that their wasnt some prejudice going on... If that wasn't bad enough I ordered their rib-eye that was specially recommended by the waitress and it was slightly over cooked and extremely dry!!! We were there to have a special night and had driven an hour to get there but found any other restaurant we tried to have much better food and service! Looking for some great spots! Don't miss Mama's Fish House!
(1)Alex C.
As far as the food and ambiance go, Spago is one of the best options on Maui. Yes, it is expensive - but then again, its locale is one of the most exclusive in Hawaii, pricing is reflective of that. However, the service can be a bit of a hit or miss - mostly hit though. All in all, it's worth visiting.
(4)Miki L.
Been here twice for dinner. Both times blown away. Atmosphere is lovely. If the weather is nice, try to get a table outside and plan for a leisurely meal. Yes, it's expensive, but worth every cent. And the secret... if you are kamaaina order one amazing entree and get a second free. Seriously. All guests must have your state ID. They have a choice wine list...leans on the pricey side for bottles and they also have by the glass, of course. My meal last night was roasted corn risotto and roasted chicken. Far more delicious than you can imagine and my plates were as clean as they can get. My dining partner had roasted beets wrapped in prosciutto and steamed opakapa. Delish as well.
(5)Easter E.
No complaints. Made a same day reservation for 5:30 PM... we got a nice table outside with a great view of the resort, palm trees, beach, ocean. Got a nice view of the sunset as we were eating. Service was top notch, which is what I am definitely looking for at a place like this. It was just friendly and easy, not pushy, not too chatty. The complimentary tomato-soup we got to start was hot and delicious... the bread (choices of sourdough, some cracker-crisp, maui onion focaccia, rosemary, olive-wheat, etc) was REALLY tasty... fresh and soft and flavorful. The food was great. Not super fantastic or super interesting, but very very good and appropriate to our setting. we got the ahi tuna poke cones and tomato salad to start. The ahi tuna cones were tasty... a bit of spice, sweet, roastiness from the sesame-miso cone.. the tomato salad was also very good.. super fresh tomatoes, but it wasn't very interesting. I got the monchong fish... dense white fish... it was good... big portion. don't remember much about it. My mom got macadamia nut crusted mahimahi on the molokai yam puree... it looked and tasted more interesting/better than mine. My dad got the flat iron steak. It came just as a steak on a plate but also included some kind of a sauce and a heaping side of corn in some kind of sweet-sauce. Both the steak and corn were delicious! I got two bourbon cocktails... very tasty. A bit weak, but that's OK. My dad got a maitai... that was the only thing that wasn't good at all. We got a apple crumble dessert. It was perfect b/c it wasn't too sweet. (we don't like sweet desserts). Pretty pricy, but that's to be expected. I think the entrees were appropriate, but they charge a lot for the cocktails, appetizers, and dessert. Overall, the service, the food, the location, the view, all added up to a nice experience.
(5)Stephanie S.
The evening was a beautiful one on Maui when we dined here. We were seated quickly and outdoors, able to watch the beautiful sunset. The coconut soup to start (gratis) was yummy. The ahi appetizer was moist and flavorful. The mai tai and bottle of wine was excellent. Kids penne pasta with homemade marinara was superb. The selection of bread and crostinis were fabulous. My husband loved his macadamia crusted fish. My asian style steamed fish with rice was the best meal I had on Maui! My son had the ice cream sandwich for dessert and loved it. The rest of us were pretty full, but we ordered the cookie platter and all the cookies, brownies, and lemon bars were the perfect ending to a wonderful meal. Service was excellent with multiple people checking on us (filling water, filling bread) adn our waitress was never far away. I LOVE places that give you a dark cloth napkin when you are wearing dark clothing like Spago!!! I highly recommend this place!
(5)Anup S.
Dinner at Spago has been my best meal on Maui. The service was excellent, each dish impeccably well presented and delicious. It was expensive, but worth every penny. We sat outside and enjoyed the sea breeze and sunset over a nearly two hour meal. The pace and presentation of the drinks, appetizers, kids meals and adult entrees was impeccable. The wait staff was incredibly attentive and would appear from nowhere to top off a wine or water glass that was running low. The bread selection is worth a review by itself. We asked them to come around a second time to try the selections we didn't try on the first pass. Our loss, we didn't have space for dessert after.
(5)JoAnn G.
We read all the recent negative reviews and almost cancelled our reservation. However, we decided to try for ourselves. We had never been to a Spago, and thought the time was right, while vacationing in Maui. We arrived at our reservation time and were seated instantly. Our server greeted us immediately and we ordered sparking water with lime. The water came immediately, but without the lime. I asked a second time, and we waited several minutes before two small slices of lime were finally delivered. Meanwhile, in the back of my mind, I kept thinking the reviewers were correct. But the experience changed after that. We ordered the poke cones and pasta appetizers. They were both exceptional. I had the ahi and my husband had a steak. I don't eat red meat because it doesn't agree with me, but I love to taste. He ordered it without butter and it was fantastic. My ahi was fantastic. I like it super rear and it was cooked to perfection we were too full to order dessert. But the dessert menu was wonderful. Visit this restaurant will a thick wallet. We ordered no wine or alcohol. Just two bottles of sparkling water to drink and no dessert. The bill for two was over $300.00! It was a wonderful meal and experience. And we will have a great memory.
(5)Chris P.
This restaurant is a complete conceit: food like P.F. Chang's (admittedly, with steak), yet at triple the price, with similar service and occasionally nice sunset views. But Maui is not really about fine dining - not for experienced foodies from the mainland, anyway - it's more about land and water adventure, and beaches. Nevertheless, the Four Seasons could have done better and the experience here doesn't do anything to enhance Wolfgang's evolving reputation as a corporate food king, rather than an attentive restaurateur. The location is fine, and there are often nice sunset views. Prices are high: appetizers up to $26 and main courses from $40 for fish to $150 for Kobe steak. While you're paying for the luxe Four Seasons location and views, prices are still 20% too high, in my view. Food is good quality, not great, and not particularly sophisticated. We ordered two fish main courses and while the filets were delicious and cooked properly, the Asian-style black bean sauces were salty and not complex. Presentation is minimally creative. Our server was too exuberant and also came off as unsophisticated. Moreover, the music played during dinner makes no sense whatsoever - 1970s to 1980s classic rock, Led Zeppelin to Billy Joel. At the start it was cute, but by the end of the main courses, it was just annoying and my companion and I left without dessert, coffee or tea, just to get away from it. It makes me ask, Wolfgang, what are you thinking? It doesn't match the demographic of the Four Seasons. How about jazz or even Europop? We complained to the manager, who simply said some people love it, others hate it, and Wolfgang loves it. Decor is uninspiring, basically plain tables placed around re-purposed Four Seasons space. Based on all the foregoing, I find the previous 5-star reviews not credible.
(2)Joe L.
Food was good and service was very attentive. However, food wasn't exceptional to warrant $450 before tips among the 4 of us with only 1 glass of wine and we shared 2 plates of dessert. I ordered hamachi ceviche to start. It was good and fresh. However, it came as sashimi, not ceviche as the menu suggested. I had onaga steamed HK style served with a bowl of steamed rice. The fish was fresh, tender and flaky and the sauce was very well balanced with soy, ginger, scallions and chili pepper. Dessert was rather disappointing. My apple and pineapple crumpled pie with vanilla ice cream was really just mediocre at best. For $20, I expected something more. Kona coffee for $10. It was a mistake on my part. Starbucks instant coffee has bolder flavour and body.
(3)Leah K.
Beautiful restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort on Maui. We came with a large group, 9 people total. Service was very attentive and friendly. The bread basket was outstanding and the food was delicious!! Beautiful scenery, I wish we got to sit outside! Also, the waiters wipe away your bread crumbs between meals and the water glass is always full. Superb service.
(4)Ryan T.
Delicious food, but the prices and the attitude exceed the value. The service is outstanding, but over-the-top. We all know this is a super fancy restaurant, you don't need to keep rubbing it in our faces. Also, the prices are significantly higher than other nice restaurants of equal quality in the area.
(4)Matheus D.
This place is simply amazing and the food is very healthy, sofisticade and the most important, delicious! Everyone must go and try the Ahi cone as a start and whatever you desire next that will be excellent. They really work with excellence in service, ambient and food!
(5)Sarah H.
It's our first time trying Spago's in Maui. We started out with Cauliflower soup which was compliments of the chef. The soup was amazing! We had the ahi tuna poke cones...it was delicious with a kick! I definitely recommend the Thai curry seafood, it was spicy and very tasty! Service, food and atmosphere was amazing! I highly recommend to try!!!
(5)Chris D.
always always always a stop when on Maui, and always enjoyable
(5)Phillip C.
If you're not price sensitive, this place is tops! I've lived on Maui now for 6 months, by the Ritz. I've gone through all of the dining options there and have left with just a "blah" overall feel of 5 star hotel restaurants (what they think is 5 star). Anyway, I drove to Wailea and walked into the Four Seasons.. expecting sort of the same feeling dining at Spago. I was amazingly surprised. (and that's tough) The service was spot on... (as a matter of fact, I can't say that I've ever had better). The presentation was nice (not spectacular). Atmosphere was amazing. The food -- IT JUST DOESN'T GET BETTER. Every single thing we had was amazing. Every single thing we had was expensive. So moral of the story, when it comes to Dining on Maui, don't expect true 5 star. But I'm happy to say, that this truly exceeded every expectation and so far is the best place I've found for fine dining. It's expensive, but all things considered, you get what you pay for in all ways. (Merrimans comes a close second, btw). ENJOY!
(5)Jacqueline D.
MUST EXPERIENCE! This restauant is amazing! The food is unreal, the service is perfect, the signature drinks are unique and tasty, and the wine list is spectacular! There isn't one thing I can complain about. I have gone here several times and my experience is always amazing. Is the menu expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? Hell yeah! For what you are eating and the quality of organic, local foods, plus top quality ingredients from around the world, the prices are quite fair. The spicy ahi cones are yummy! Sweet and crunchy on the outside and slightly spicy on the inside. My favorite! I also like the Kobe beef bolognese. For the entrees, any fish is to die for! Also, the lamb chops are amazing with the chili mint sauce! I love this place!
(5)Kevin P.
maui sunset cocktail is plain fruity deliciousness. appetizers and salads are overpriced, although i must admit i did enjoy the beet salad immensely. mains are overpriced for what you get (think $60 for a prime rib steak, which was nothing spectacular--decent meat, no better, cooked accurately to order). kona coffee ($10-16), served in a french press, was unremarkable. maybe they didn't let it steep for long enough. i didn't even get a say in the whole matter--i ordered the coffee, it was brought to my table, the waitress promptly pressed it for me, and poured it into my cup. i usually like to pretend to be a coffee snob, and wait for the bloom and give it a stir before pressing, but...oh well. At least they had the grind right--very little sludge. finally, they ran out of bananas for the bananas foster brownie. strawberries and pineapple were suggested as substitutes. Ran out of bananas? how does that even happen???
(3)LESLIE C.
Came here on our last night of our Honeymoon and had a great dinner with a beautiful view! This review is on the restaurant and dinner.... how I felt after dinner is a whole other story I will get to at the end of this review... Spago is a Wolfgang Puck restaurant so we had high expectations...and we were not disappointed! We had a table on the outskirts of the restaurant so we had a beautiful view of the ocean ( when you make a reservation, definitely ask for a table with a view ). The whole restaurant is open air though so almost every table has a good view of the ocean. The service was good...friendly and attentive. I ordered the Hawaiian pork chop with yams and my hubby ordered one of the fish entrees. Both were delicious!! For dessert I ordered some kind of chocolate cake and it was so rich, heavy and filling...but still really yummy. We had wine and champagne...it was all great. We had dinner around 8 and had to leave to go to the airport around 10 so when we were leaving I was SO full that I was miserable. We got to the airport and I was feeling worse and worse. I kept thinking it was just because I ate so much and so much rich food. Long story short, I threw up half of the way from Maui to LA on the plane, over the ocean for 5 hours. UGH. There is no worse place to be sick than at 1 AM on a flight over the ocean. So, not really sure if it was something I ate, or how much I ate or what...but it was terrible. So, I am choosing not to blame Spago because my meal and last night in Maui was amazing... I will take the blame :) If you are in Maui or staying at the Four Seasons make sure to go here for dinner one night!
(5)Jeremy S.
Given my experiences at the other two restaurants in the Four Seasons I went in with muted expectations. I had heard of Spago, there is one in Palo Alto that I used to pass by all the time, but strangely I never bothered to stop in. I did know the restaurant (chain?) had something to do with a Wolfgang guy who has no connection to classical music and happily puts his name on crappy frozen pizzas. Not a great start. Yet my Spago experience was a total shock to my system. The cuisine and service really wowed me. I started with a tasty sculpture built of ahi tartar and sashimi (fairness qualifier: tuna quality was consistently great throughout Maui). Our server provided real wasabe freshly grated before my eyes which was a pleasant touch. Next I had a spicy seafood curry, which was fiery but still delicate. The sauce was better than crack. The wine list also came through, we chose the only Sancerre offered on the menu (quite reasonably priced at $65) and it was fabulouso. Thank God I managed to save some room for dessert, because the light-as-a-cloud banana souffl was as tasty as chocolate stuffed with chocolate. Yes, that good. Of the restaurants I tried on Maui, Spago was the supreme standout, highly recommended.
(5)Geoff D.
We have been to Maui many times and this is the first time we went to Spago. Why did we wait so long? The setting is amazing, over looking the beautiful pool area and the ocean. We had a reservation at 6:30 which was a perfect time to watch the most amazing sunset I have seen. Service was very attentive and nothing was over looked. Our server was helpful with suggestions on the menu and cocktail selections. The ahi tuna cone appetizer is amazing!
(4)Matt S.
Firstly anyone that reviews this restaurant based on price needs to reassess their restaurant choice, ie its expensive people! Having said that I have little more to add then - splurge and get the lamb chops....I dont remember the starters even though they were excellent, the lamb main is simply that good. For what our server lacked in personality he made up in knowledge and professionalism....and his recommendations were awesome. Others at the table had the prime rib which I thought was just so-so....get. the. Lamb.
(5)Ji Eun L.
Went here on honeymoon in 2008, and am just getting around to writing a review. I had to write a review, because I still think about the bread I had at this restaurant: Wolfgang Puck's sweet focaccia. I don't know how they made it, but it was both savory and sweet, soft, dense, and chewy. I am drooling just thinking about it. I didn't care that I looked like a greedy pig, asking the bread server for 2 pieces of this bread each time he came to our table. This is the best bread I've had at a restaurant or anywhere, ever. Back home, I tried looking for recipes to make it myself because I just HAD to have it again. I found a recipe on Wolfgang Puck's website and made it one day. Sadly, it was for regular focaccia, not sweet focaccia. Turned out just okay, considering it was my first time baking bread... but needless to say, I was disappointed. The entrees at Spago were equally delicious. I remember how fresh the tuna was and how I enjoyed each course. The service was excellent and very helpful too: our waitress even gave us a lesson on different kinds of Kona coffee. I will continue my search for this sweet focaccia recipe and dream about going back to this lovely restaurant in paradise.
(5)Greg J.
Updated review from Saturday, October 6, 2012 OK, so another really disappointing meal on Maui. I've been to Spago five times over numerous visits to the Island and the food, drink and service have always been top notch, until this time. So we had a cocktail at the lobby lounge and listened to some live music and a little Hawaiian dancing, entertaining, if a bit loud. We were sat promptly at the exact time of our dinner reservation, good so far. Server buzzed by looking for a cocktail order, but since we already had one pre-dinner and were looking to do the tasting menu said no, but asked about the tasting menus, since they are not noted on the menu. Server said yeah, we have two, seven and nine course, but didn't know what they were, she'd have to go check with the chef (why didn't she know what was being served when she arrived at our table??). She comes back and reads off the tasting menu selections for the seven course meal (um, guess we'll have that). We order wine, a half-bottle of red for one, a glass of white for another, and two of us having the wine pairings with the tasting menu. The red wine appears and is poured quickly. The white wine does not appear, for about 10 minutes. The first course of the tasting menu is the ahi cones (a bit over-rated at this time, but they are a signature dish). But not, out comes the second course of the tasting menu, the ahi ceviche. Why??? So we eat the ceviche, with the first course wine pairing, so much for matching food to wine. Food is served by some food runners (they really don't know much other than to put food down and track down the server if there is a problem). I flag the server down, finally, and ask where the first course was. She doesn't know, I ask her to find out. So then comes the second course wine, with spiel about how it matches well with what should have been our second course, and then out comes the first course, but now as the second course. OK, kinda a messy start, but not the end of the world. Then the third course food comes out, nearly instantly (probably on time if we hadn't had to go back for the make up course). Oddly, there is no wine in the wine pairing glass for this course. I ask the food server, "what wine is supposed to be in this glass now?" He doesn't know, but at least gets the server to come over, finally, wine and food, but now the table is full of glasses and things are a little rushed. I also asked her to pace the courses better, I hate being rushed through a meal, particularly one that is supposed to be fine dining. Third course is very tasty. Rest of dinner the service mostly evens out. Or I'm less picky after the wine pairings (note on wine pairings, they are mostly pedestrian choices, and in the $15 to $30 range retail, while heavy pours, not terribly worth it, although the wine list is likewise overpriced). Near the end of the meal, a manager of some sort came by to ask how everything was. I said the service was a little rough, he asked no follow up questions, and seemed to be looking for a quick, "great" from us so he could move on. All he said is he'll follow up with the server, right. The remaining courses were fine. Not much that rose to the level of memorable, other than three of the courses were ahi (I do like ahi, but in a seven course meal three becomes a little one note). So, overally, probably three stars this trip. The place looks great. The food is good, if a little under-whelming, the wine pairings very uninspired, and the service is a confused mess (they are very pleasant and friendly, while running around like circus clowns, but still, at these prices, you should expect great execution). Would I return. That is a tough one. For the meal and service I just had, no. Based on prior meals, yes, but you really are only as good as the last meal you served. So disappointing. And seeing that my previous review was four stars, now down to three, the trend is NOT good. They also added an 18% gratuity to our bill automatically. For a party of four this always really annoys me. It generally leads to lackluster service, which is exactly what we received. There is NO reason for a restaurant of this caliber to add an automatic gratuity for a party size of six or under. None, they are encouraging poor service. Also, if a restaurant has the hubris to add that level of gratuity automatically (we ususally tip 20% to 25% for fine dining), then I leave no more. I guess they think that is sufficient.
(3)Lynn S.
Spago at the Four Seasons resort, a.Wolfgang Puck restaurant is not to be missed. The food was wonderful, the service impeccable, the geometric, concrete, urban-island decor was unique...and the location (overlooking the ocean) was spectacular. Our group had three different entrees and we all loved what we ordered. SUGGESTION: Do not forgo the flatbread offered tableside throughout the meal, and at least taste the olive bread. This is a beautiful place to eat with a staff intent on making it a wonderful evening. The service is so consistent throughout the meal, that your water glass is never empty. I chose a locally caught steamed fish on a bed of vegetables with Jasmine rice. Everything was fresh, my veggies were perfectly cooked and the light sauce had a great kick. I passed on the dessert, but two people with me swooned over their chocolate souffle! Yes, the price tag fit the elegance and reservations are necessary, but this was an outstanding experience! Spago is everything a fine restaurant should be--flawless.
(5)Michelle C.
The food was good, and the location is beautiful. Our server was excellent. However, I was a bit turned off by their "no corkage" policy, especially since we stayed at the hotel and had a bottle of wine sent from the hotel. And their wine list wasn't amazing, as well as it being overpriced. But most of all, I thought the food was way overpriced for what you got.
(3)Dani K.
Food and service top notch! Worth the price tag! The Kobe beef top 5 of all time! The opaka fish entree was one of the best fish dishes I have ever had. The best way to finish...dessert! The staff loves the German pancake (it's a German name pronounced like kaiser shmarm) covered in strawberry sauce. Kind of reminded me of a dense angel food cake. My fave was the Snicker tart....loved! All my faves: marshmallow, Carmel, nuts.
(5)Susan T.
Food was great, as were the cocktails. I particularly recommend the Haleakala, a spicy margarita. My only gripe was the lack of vegetarian options. Our waitress told me one dish had "just a little bit of fish paste" and the other had "just a little chicken broth". Those are not suitable answers for a real vegetarian. Even a little animal still counts as eating meat. So, a more veg-friendly menu and waitstaff would have given the place 5 stars, but it was still a beautiful dining experience.
(4)Kristen I.
My husband and i came here tonight for dinner. We sat at a table on the patio, overlooking the pool, with a view of the sunset over the ocean in the distance. Spectacular. Service was great. Loved the house special focaccia that was part of the bread selection. The waitress made some great wine suggestions for me to pair with our Beet and romaine salad and the infamous ahi cones. I enjoyed both of the appetizers thoroughly. Things kind of fell apart for me with the entrees, though. I ordered the mahi mahi, and i thought the fish was overwhelmed by the yuzu-kosho glaze. My husband had similar thoughts on his fish - jalapeno peppers overpowered it. Unfortunate, because the descriptions on the menu sounded heavenly. In retrospect i think we should have shared a couple more appetizers and called it a meal. The appetizers were truly outstanding.
(3)c c.
If there were half stars, would give three and a half stars. We did the tasting menu (seven course), and contrary to other reviews, found this to be a lot of food. Service was great, courses were all seafood except for one, and very tasty. Love the poke cones they started with. This was my fifth time here, and I didn't enjoy as much as last few times. Requested an outside table with view, and basically got one. Knowing virtually everyone wants same, I understand they can only accommodate so many people. So why not four or five stars? If you're going to charge $85 for a glass of NV Krug, you better damn well make sure it's not flat. I knew watching the waiter pour it was obviously flat, and a quick sip confirmed and I asked for it to be replaced. Although he promised to open a new bottle, he did not, but the replacement was fine. To me, the bartender should know how long that bottle has been open, despite a champagne cork, it was at least a couple of days as it was dead flat. Did the wine pairings and was an excellent job, although sometimes the timing was off - wine received 15 minutes before next course, or course sitting there no wine. Last "complaint" - told us last course was steak, but was actually pork. Neither of us ate more than a bite as it was dry as cardboard. Explanation was "pork gets dry when you slice it". Someone else came by to ask, and told him also it was dry and he offered to have chef redo it. Since it was getting late and we were basically full, declined the offer. Again, if you are going to charge hundreds of dollars for a tasting menu, better damn well make sure it's perfect!
(3)Harmony I.
Not one complaint. I came here on Thanksgiving day, since I had heard that they were serving a traditional Tday plate and even thought I was on vacation in Hawaii, I still wanted my traditional meal. I made a reservation for 5:30 about a month prior, just to make sure that we would have seats. Not only were we promptly seated, but our table overlooked the Four Seasons pool and beach. The service was spot on and friendly, we never wanted for anything, whether it be water, mai tais, bread, you name it. The dinner was just out of this world. Moist turkey, the best yams that I have ever had, creamy mashed potatoes, fresh cranberry sauce and a fluffy, flavorful stuffing. HIGHLY recommended for anyone staying in the area during Thanksgiving. The plate was $48 per person, but we never once even batted an eye at that...it was worth every penny.
(5)David S.
I was very disappointed with this restaurant. I now understand why they don't put the prices on the website. It was very expensive especially when you are paying for four people. With the high prices, I expected much more food-wise. I ordered the tuna for my dinner and all I got was Tuna. There was no rice or seasoning whatsoever, just tuna. I was still hungry after paying a few hundred bucks and I regret going to a hotel restaurant. I suggest 5 Palms restaurant just a few minutes away from there.
(2)Annie c.
Stunning views, family friendly loved the bread basket- olive bread, focaccia and flat bread were my favorites. came around often appetizers were with the ahi were all really good and fresh but small portions highlights were the thai curry, pork chop which was tender and not dry the local fish, Monchong, was a bit bland, and probably the least favorite. the flat iron steak was small and ok. probably can get better steak elsewhere Molten chocolate cake at the end of decadent and satisfying.
(4)Jenn K.
I'm completely in love with this place. They greet you by name, making you feel like old friends. Almost all the tables have stunning views, situated in a way that a table for two offers both guests a view (rather than someone having to have their back to the sunset!). Our meal was completely delicious, and the service was impeccable. They made our anniversary/birthday a truly memborable experience. I can't say enough about this restaurant or their quality staff. Highly recommend!!
(5)Christine N.
I couldn't have picked a better way to spend the first night of our honeymoon! Spago's at the Four Seasons is a gorgeous restaurant. Half of the seating is outside in the open ocean air, with a view of said ocean. One warning, though: Maui is WINDY! So, if you're eating after the sun has set, I would say eat inside. The walls are made of glass windows that slide open and close, turning it all into an open-air restaurant. The inside of the restaurant is just as beautiful, with huge, stunning photographs of sea anemone. The service and cocktail menu are both excellent. I started with a lychee martini and because I had been on the famous "no-carb wedding dress" diet, I had a lot of fun devouring their bread (sweet, Maui onion rolls, parmesan crisps, and sourdough). Spago's was a great place to not be on a diet anymore! The menu is actually quite small, but I made a rocking meal out of the appetizers. I had the tomato soup (sweet and creamy) and the seafood risotto with lobster butter (rich! rich! rich!) I didn't think I could eat another bite, but my amazing husband talked to the restaurant manager and had a yum molten chocolate cake sent over. Then, after that, the waiter came over with biscuits. We had to pack those up because after the flight, the sun, and the decadent dinner, I was ready to fall asleep at the table. Warning: Spago's Maui is one of the more expensive restaurants that I have been to. The appetizers' prices are what you would normally see as an entree price at another restaurant and the entree prices are double.
(4)Klaus G.
$135 steak wayagu beef steak is steep. However, the minute you enter you know you are at a 4 season in a premier spot. Didn't mind spending money, but menu was limited, they ran out of chicken on an island where chicken runs loose :-) great overall place, expect $100/person and do not expect any special orders for kids. Reg menu, reg pricing, which I like. One can always get the butter noodles somewhere else.
(4)Steven K.
Two night in a row, excellent food, excellent service!
(5)Steve A.
Not that great for the price.
(3)Ashkan A.
Seriously excellent food. Great wine selection as well.. We will visit this restaurant from now on when visiting Maui. A real experience..make reservations.
(5)Kyle F.
I decided to begin this review like I guarantee you no one else has ever done. My dad has this odd fascination, uber weird obsession, with the tiny cappuccino spoons or any other really small spoon that a restaurant has and has built up a nice collection of them, I think about 50 or so. Sometimes he flat out tells the waiter hes going to take it and other times he just gets me to do his dirty work or he just does it on his own. after 24 years of life I still don't understand why he does it, but hes got this collection in his office that keeps growing and growing with each meal and honetsly some of them are pretty bad ass. So this brings me to our dinner at Spago, which was amazing and a real blast, on their tables they have a little small bowl with salt in it and the spoon in that bowl is this real tiny one with a pointed edge to get the salt up easier...I would say its about as big as a pen cap. So the moment we sat down my mom noticed the spoon and turned her head to my dad and without missing a beat he said I'm not going to take it so don't worry, they he looked over to my sister and I and winked...ya cause we know he was going to resist this primo spoon haha. So as the meal went on we order out drinks and main courses and the spoon just sat there waiting and temping my dad saying "don't you want to take me" and so on. When the waiter returned to ask our desert orders my dad flat out asked him if he could take the spoon, I knew he would it was just a matter of time before he either took it or asked...I mean for anyone who was there they can attest it was a pretty cool looking one. So he asked, or I guess you could say told, the waiter he was going to take the spoon and the waiter played along and said sure, not knowing my dad was actually going to take it. My mom had this look on her face that was like omg I can't just believe you did that! My sister chimed in and said to our waiter that my dad was serious, and the waiter responded with the fact the spoon was made of sterling silver and this super tiny spoon was about $30, almost bordering on grand theft!! The waiter looked at my dad again, and I knew there was on way he was leaving without this one, it was just a matter of time and how he was going to take it. So when the waiter returned my dad said a bird fly by and grabbed it when he was at the bathroom, the waiter winked at him and said sure he did, and then said hey if it's gone there's nothing I can do and patted my dad on the back. THE BEST WAITER EVER! Now as for the food, I mean there's really not much that can be said beyond the fact it is amazing and the quality they use is second to none. I had the ahi tuna cones for my app and it was a real cool idea (kind of like an ahi tuna ice cream cone) but the fish you know was right from the ocean and the little hints of chili oil and cucumber and avocado where just the perfect pairing. For my main course I had the strip steak, and I kid you not the crust they put on this steak looks like they burnt it to a crisp, but then you bite into it and you realize it's the kick ass dry rub and the inside of the steak was a perfect juicy med rare. It was hands down one of the best steaks that I have ever had, and to top it off they cut it for you lol. The waiter we had and the rest of the wait staff were incredible and super attentive, and really made the experience over the top and we plan on going there again when we go back to Maui in December.
(5)Lulu S.
This is a tough one. The tuna poke cones are absolutely amazing and probably rank among the top 20 most yummy things I have ever eaten. Anything else we've ordered here has not been that great. Fish in general seems to come out overcooked and just kinda average tasting and pricey. Service is always great and if you get a table with a view at sunset it's a beautiful setting. So we'll go back and order the tuna poke cones because I can never resist them but there are better places on the island for fish (Lahaina Grill was great and Mama's fish house is solid as well).
(3)Jorgen M.
Well what can you say about Spago that has not already been said...Take all of that and add a beach front setting in the Four Seasons on Maui and its hard to beat. Setting- Spectacular Service - Stellar Food - Insanely yummy Some things to try are the Tuna Pokie Cones, Coconut Curry Soup, Pork Chops, Mai Mai Wasabi, any of the desserts.
(5)Kelly C.
It's a Wolfgang Puck restaurant so you can't really expect less then a stellar experience... and that's just what Spago Maui is- ahhhmazing! The decor inside is very contemporary but gorgeous. We actually had one of the front patio tables that over looked the ocean and I was in heaven! Miso broiled Walu while watching the sunset? Yes please! I'm always craving Opakapaka and green chili and when I found out Spago mixes both together it only took me two seconds to decide what to have for dinner! Let's just say I can't wait to go back!
(5)Halina B.
I was really looking forward to dining here as I am a huge fan of Wolfgang Puck. The food was delicious, unfortunately the service was unacceptable. When the hostess called earlier in the day to confirm our reservation, she was extremely short and actually hung up on me. I should have taken that as a foreshadow to the terrible service we would later experience. We had reservations for two at 8pm and arrived a few minutes early. For those of you who have seen the movie "Date Night" with Steve Carrell and Tina Faye, I literally felt like I was at "Claw". Like they were doing us a favor by acknowledging our arrival and that we were actually disturbing them! They told us to stand to the side and that we would be seated soon. So, that's what we did...we stood to the side of the host podium and waited. After waiting for 15 minutes, a server approached us and told us we could sit in the lounge (which we didn't even realize existed...thanks to the ever so kind host's). To make a long story short, we weren't seated until 8:30. Once we got to our seat, things began to get better. The bread was delicious! Our entree's were divine! I had the lamb...I don't recall what my husband had. Our server was nice but made a comment that really rubbed me the wrong way. He asked if we were staying at the Four Season's and I told him that we were staying right next door at the Grand Wailea. His response: "Oh, yea...it's a very different clientele over here." WHAT on Earth is THAT supposed to mean?? I'm assuming that he was referring to a difference in social class amongst guests of the two resorts, which was incredibly offensive. It showed a true lack of etiquette not only of himself, but of the entire establishment he represented as well. The food was tasty, but I'd rather dine in a restaurant where my business is appreciated. I'll leave Spago to the more pretentious crowd.
(2)Leona Y.
Just dined here tonight at 5:30pm and sat at an indoor table with a view of the sunset. I highly recommend sitting outside if it's not too windy (it was very windy today so we chose indoors) and make reservations since the balcony was packed by the time we left (around 8pm).The decor in this restaurant as well as the Four Seasons Hotel itself is gorgeous. The lounge when you enter the restuarant is very nice, a perfect place to grab some drinks while waiting for your table. Valet parking is free as well which is always a plus! Pina Colada: You could barely taste the alcohol in this drink and it was nice and creamy which I really liked. It comes with a slice of pineapple as well as a flower. It's not too sweet which was nice since I was able to sip on it during my whole dinner and didn't make me super full. Ahi Tuna Cones: I ordered this since many people on Yelp were raving about how amazing it was. It came with three small cones which were made of sesame seeds and something sweet. Not sure what they used to make the cones out of. The poke itself was standard. There were a ton of other tables that ordered this dish so if you're into poke, it would be a nice appetizer to share. Be aware that the cones are very small, probably only 3-4 bites per cone. Coconut Red Curry: I also ordered this since it seemed very popular on Yelp. It has a variety of veggies in it which I really like. I'm used to the typical bamboo shoots, basil, and red peppers in my red curry so this was an interesting change. It had some shiitake mushrooms, green papaya, fish, eggplant, and some other vegetables. If you like red curry this would be a good choice since it still has that coconut and spicy curry flavor but with a twist when it comes to the veggies. Passionfruit Merenge Pie: This was my favorite dish for dinner! If you're looking for a yummy, fruity dessert and are not interested in the chocolate lava cake which is very popular here, this is a great alternative. The merenge on top is very soft and fluffy and the berry compote that it comes with is not too sweet. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this if you have room for dessert. I also would recommend ordering some hot tea or coffee with this dessert since it can get a little sweet. I recommend any of the fruity herbal teas which you get a variety to choose from! Kona Coffee Ice Cream: This comes in a crispy wafer-like bowl with about 2-3 scoops of ice cream. It also had a strawberry on top which was a nice touch. On the bottom of the bowl is caramel and chocolate syrup which is nice to dip the ice cream into. The ice cream itself isn't too sweet and is perfect for sharing with 2-3 people. Overall I really liked this place because of the gorgeous sunset we were able to watch on our last night in Hawaii. This would also be a great place for a date since it's not too loud and the tables are pretty spread apart. A reason why I took off one star is because of the price. My curry was $42 dollars without the tax.....was it worth it?? I didn't think so. But if you have some $$ to blow and want to watch the beautiful Hawaiian sunset, it might be worth it for you.
(4)Dan K.
I heard good things about Spago but it was a bit of a let down. The meal started off good. We had a great view of the ocean. The lobster risotto was delicious. Then the main entrees came out late. My steak and my wife's salmon were room temperature. The waitress was not very attentive. I'm glad I didn't drop the $145 on the 100% Wagyu beef. THAT would've been a bummer!
(3)James C.
Decided to splurge a bit at Spago for my anniversary dinner while in Maui. The atmosphere is nice but not what I expected. They did set us up with a sweet view of the sun setting facing the ocean. We started with a Zinfandel from the wine list.. For appetizers we went for the spicy ahi cones by the advice of our waiter. I must say those cones are "off the hook!" I'm salivating thinking about them. I've never had ahi cooked so perfect. Those things melt in your mouth. As for our entrees. We chose the lamb lamb chops and the mahi mahi dish. The lamb chops were pretty generous in size, considering most plates are served sparingly. Again, these too were cooked perfectly and served with whipped mashed potatoes and asparagus. I only had a bite of my wife's' Mahi Mahi but it taste as good as everything else. For dessert we ordered the chocolate lava cake which rivals the Chart House'. If you've tasted it, you know exactly what I mean. Make sure you visit Spago in Maui. It's somewhat pricey but worth the experience.
(5)Sara R.
Can't go wrong at Spago. All the food was delicious and one of the best meals we had while in Maui. The menu changes frequently but the tuna poke cones are a staple on the menu and a must. They have a slight kick and all the flavors come together perfectly. The cocktails and all the food was outstanding, and the setting is on a nice patio overlooking the Four Seasons pool. Definitely an expensive meal (nearly $200 a person - but we did order A LOT of food and drinks) but that's expected from a restaurant at the Four Seasons.
(5)R O.
**Food**: (Summary: Hit and Miss) The smoothies/drinks were great (had a virgin Lava Flow, and a Mango Guava smoothie). It tasted really fresh and it wasn't too sweet (I hate overly sweet drinks). The appetizer was great (walu fish with miso sauce). The main dish was quite bad. I ordered the pork chop (asked for it to be cooked medium, but it was well done, super dry and tough). The mashed sweet potato was quite good. The bokchoy was too salty. My wife ordered the seafood curry, and it was way too sweet and powerful (she liked it though). The dessert (Kaiserschmarrn, a german soufflé) was WAY too sweet. It did have a nice fluffy texture though (we ate only 1/2 of it together). By the end of the meal there was too much sugar in everything that I had a terrible sugar high, headache, and crashed. I vowed never to have sugar again. I felt like I would get diabetes from this meal! (But that is also our fault for ordering sweet stuff). **Service**: (Summary: Friendly but Slow) The service was super friendly as it is with all of Four Seasons (unnervingly so in my opinion), however it was quite slow. It took a while to get water, bread, and all the usual things that should come immediately. After we sat down we had nothing but empty wine glasses for about 15 minutes. We had to ask to see menus instead of getting it immediately. I don't know how long it took to get our main course and dessert, but it did take quite a while (total stay at restaurant was about 1.3 hrs), which I understand for higher quality food. **Misc Details**: This was unfortunately our last honeymoon dinner in Maui. I should have listened to the bellman who recommended Duo instead. The total bill for 2 people was around ~$200 (1 appetizer, 3 drinks, 2 main dishes, 1 dessert).
(3)Steve B.
Walu loco moco appetizer was awesome, the beet salad very good, and the ahi with wasabi mashed potatoes was totally awwwwwwesome!
(5)Ryan C.
Ambiance. How can you beat open-air dining overlooking the Four Seasons Resort, on the beach, in Maui? Service. The wait-staff was perfect. They were accommodating, engaging, and friendly. Exactly what I would expect from Wolfgang Puck's restaurant. Food. How could you go to a world reknowned chef's restaurant and not partake in the tasting menu? Here was the menu we sampled: - Spicy Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones - "Island Style" Big Island Ahi - Broiled Miso Marinated Walu - Kula White Cord Risotto with Sweet Shrimp - Ginger-Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi-Mahi - Indian Spiced Crispy Fillet of Moi - Grilled "Chinois" Style Lamb Chops - Hana Hawaiian Float - Chocolate Malted Pot de Creme Of particular note were the Spicy Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones. What a fantastic way to eat delicious, raw tuna. Beautifully presented and expertly prepared, I could have eaten this for the entire night. I do wish the Kula White Cord Risotto with Sweet Shrimp had more shrimp in the dish. Also, the Indian Spiced Crispy Fillet of Moi was perfectly spiced and flavorful. While the $135/person price tag is steep and artificially high due to being at the Four Seasons, our experience at Spago was absolutely amazing.
(5)Gary N.
Spago definitely lives up to its reputation. I took our family there for dinner last night and our experience was fantastic. We arrived 5 min. early for our reservation, (must have reservation), and were seated promptly. Our wait staff was courteous, knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere and decor of restaurant was excellent, we had a table indoors that allowed us an ocean view and a beautiful sunset. Service was exemplary! Here is why: Our first challenge came when we asked our waiter if they had any gluten free items on the menu for kids. They did not, however our daughter requested some French fries and the waiter immediately said he would check with the kitchen to see if their fryer had any gluten cross contamination. He came back and told us that their fryer oil in fact had gluten in it. I suggested they get a clean fry pan and some fresh oil and cook up some fries that way. In our waiter's eagerness to please he went right back to the kitchen and asked them if it could be done and the answer was yes! My daughter, a Celiac, myself and my wife were so please. When the waiter brought my daughter's fries they brought it in a basket made out of a cloth napkin, a lovely presentation. The fries were the best I ever tasted no exaggeration here. I ordered the vine ripened tomatoes salad with the wasabi and my wife ordered the corn/curry chowder soup for our starters. For our entrées i had the seared ahi tuna and my wife had the macadamia nut encrusted Mahi Mahi. Ingredients obviously were fresh and flavors sublime. Our meal was simply Delicious! Our best meal on the island so far and we have been here a few days. Our glasses were always filled and wait staff always made sure we had enough bread. Service could not have been better. I highly recommend this place. Plan to come back for lunch.
(5)Meg O.
We arrived at Spago having made a reservation and were seated fairly quickly. The restaurant is very attractive, but not much of a view. The service at the table was slow. We did not expect slow service at such an expensive, high-end place, but it was was and we were disappointed. Maybe we just hit them on a bad night, but even getting a cocktail menu was a chore, and our water glasses were not filled within a few minutes of sitting down. However, the food was outstanding. The ahi ceviche appetizer was fantastic, as was the local fish choice. Our entrees were absolutely delicious. We loved the food, were not impressed with the management or type of service.
(3)Mahasti T.
Food is good but the service can be suffocating at some point...
(4)connie c.
Appetizers and drinks were great. Very windy if you are sitting outside. I could see people's hair blowing all over the place. I wish I told them to go easy on the salt on the entrees. However, the service was exceptional! My fault for not mentioning the salty food to the waitress. I'm sure she would have taken care of it.
(3)Tina H.
Great restaurant! We let them know we were celebrating our wedding anniversary when making the reservation so when we got there we had the best seat in the house. A table outside facing the ocean. Had dinner and drinks while watching the sunset. Doesn't get any more romantic than that! We weren't sure what to expect as far as the food goes since we had never dined at a Spago restaurant before, so we were pleasantly surprised when we got our dinner. We started off our meal with martinis, sweet corn risotto, and the ahi poke cones and for the main course we had the pork chop and the kobe sirloin. The meal was so good, I'm still thinking about it! After we finished our meal our server brought out a complimentary dessert in celebration of our anniversary. So yummy! Definitely a great place to celebrate a special evening out in Maui!
(5)Ryen L.
My all time favorite restaurant! Spago has it all: exquisite food, amazing atmosphere, and excellent service. This is most definitely a dining experience. Spago's menu is different every day and incorporates local farms and flavors into its food. The dishes are extremely flavorful and well prepared. My family likes to have the waiter order our food for us (which I notice they enthusiastically do). After a few questions about our favorite foods, our waiter came up with an amazing dinner with a diverse palette. Though we stayed at the Grand Wailea, we ate at Spago every night. Other "celebrity chef" restaurants, take note: this is how it's done!
(5)Jessie G.
We had our anniversary dinner here 5 year ago and I wish I had submitted a review back then. We just went back to Spago on our recent trip to Hawaii. WOW, still one of our favorites when we visit Maui. Customer service is always amazing as well as the view of the ocean. I don;t even know where to start with the menu. EVERYTHING is great! You need to visit Spago, even if it's only for drinks and appetizers, you will not regret it!!! -Jessie Garcia
(5)Sean D.
Do I feel a little bad about giving our experience at this fine dining establishment 3 stars? Yes, but hear me out. Let's get philosophical for a minute: When our fellow Yelp reviewers rate restaurants, what standards do they most heavily favor - quality of food, portion size, atmosphere? Likely all of these, but one thing I tend to weigh heavily is price commensurate with portion size and quality, and this is where I have to ding Spago. I am not a diner who expects huge portion sizes and, frankly, find Cheesecake Factory-like portions to be a little off-putting. But I would argue Spago is unnecessarily miserly with both appetizer and entree sizes, and when accompanied by the hefty prize tag, there comes a point where I just can't enjoy the meal. (One appetizer, 2 entrees, 3 drinks and a dessert brought us to $190 before tip.) Two of us shared a tomato and mozzarella salad ($23) which arrived on a large plate with maybe 7-8 cherry tomatoes, a few cubes of mozzarella, and a basil-garlic drizzle. Tasty? Yes. But...you see where I'm going with this. For dinner I ordered the sesame-crusted seared ahi tuna, which at $38 was the cheapest item on the menu. The tuna came in about 7 square slices, was room temperature from outside to core, and was pretty underwhelming. Since this was the first time in over a week in Maui I'd been anything les than wowed, the Mrs tried a bite and agreed with my assessment. The ahi we'd had at Pineapple Grill in Kapalua and even Kimo's in Lahaina were better. She had a macadamia nut-encrusted mahimahi which, again, was quite good ($45), but not as good as Mama's Fish House's offering, and a smaller portion to boot. The two cocktails we had were similarly priced to Mama's ($15) and were about half the size as well. After an unsurprisingly small chocolate lava cake, I skipped the $12-14 coffee offerings and was ready to get out of there. As many past reviewers have pointed out, the view is extraordinary and the service was the best we'd had at any restaurant, and the service was definitely the saving grace of the evening, but we will likely not be back to Spago in the future for dinner - appetizers/drinks and sunset watching maybe. Definitely make the trek to Mama's Fish House in Paia for, in our mind at least, a better meal commensurate with that price range. I'm looking forward to Star Noodle and a break from fine dining today!
(3)Sasha K.
Spago service is phenomenal. Right now they have a kamaaina special...the lesser priced entree is COMPLIMENTARY... We had steak the night before, so we went with fish for dinner - the deep fried whole snapper for two. The presentation was beautiful, but ours was a little overcooked. The molten chocolate cake with coffee ice cream for dessert is excellent and they have a very good wine selection. It's definitely worth it with the kamaaina special.
(4)I Am S.
Spago at Wailea was made for Sancho, and Sancho was made for Spago at Wailea. Sancho brought his vast resources to see if Spago was up to the challenge. The twinkle in the bartender's eye as he poured a generous taste of Krug (at Sancho's total jest) right as we entered, let Sancho know that yes...Spago is up for the challenge. The meal raged on for hours, fresh poke', crabcake perfection, lamb, halibut, port, chocolate, more champage, french riesling and money were flying in all directions. When the dust settled, Sancho's tummy had the warm glow of utter contentment. As Sancho sat there contemplating what just happened, thinking about the words to say, Spago just looked at Sancho and said "Shhhhh."
(5)Maritza C.
Very friendly staff. I had the chicken with goat cheese and it was to die for. The corn risotto was also so creamy and rich. It is super expensive but it has a great view of the sunset and it is a good way to splurge every once in a while.
(4)S T.
FIRST OF ALL... thank you Spago Four Seasons and Leah Gulla for helping us organize a flawless and spectacular dinner. We had a group of 16, and nearly 1 server for every 2 people. When planning our wedding/family dinner in Hawaii, it was mandatory that we find the best food on the island. The service was beyond the best I've ever experienced at an event...the atmosphere was classy, and the food was certainly the best reception dinner ever. I would recommend Spago Four Seasons to anyone looking to have a classy yet delicious event dinner. Great for foodies. We served the Pork Chop(pineapple reduction) and the Mahi Mahi (wasabi) along with the coconut curry soup... the salad w macadamia nuts (was a huge hit as well.) Everything was perfect. Thanks again!
(5)Johnny V.
Went here for Thanksgiving and was pretty impressed. We got the turkey dinner which was fantastic. (Kama'ainas get the turkey dinner for half off...a great deal). I had the opakapaka, it was full of flavor. Overall very good meal but a little too pricey.
(3)Jill L.
We stayed in Wailea with family who stayed at the Four Seasons, and we needed the same day reservation for 9 people the day before Thanksgiving. We were so glad that my husband chose to Spago and that they were able to accommodate us. I was impressed with the service as compared to Ferraro, which we had dinner the very next night for Thanksgiving. For dinner entree I ordered the "HAWAIIAN OPAKAPAKA STEAMED IN TI LEAVES Kula Vegetables, Fragrant Thai Herbs, Green Chili and Cilantro Nam Pla." I was expecting the usual tamed version of American interpretation of Thai food, and I was very pleasantly surprised that it wasn't the case. The spiciness level was just right, and perfectly complementing the fish. Several people in our party ordered the GRILLED HAWAIIAN MONCHONG WITH PINEAPPLE-GINGER BBQ and they seem to all liked the dish. I tasted it but preferred mine better because it's more flavorful. We didn't personally say for dessert because our baby had a breakdown so I can't comment on the that portion of the menu. The ambiance is great, very classy and tranquil, overlooking the pool and the fountain. I liked that it's away from public access to the water and the pool, as suppose to Ferraro, which had people constantly walking through the restaurant going to the beach. But to be fair, they had live musicians playing pretty awesome music, and the view is a bit more outdoorsy, which I liked too. However, the food doesn't compare to Spago. The very 3rd night after our Thanksgiving dinner, we all went to Nick's Fishmarket at the Fairmont, it was nice, but again can not compare to Spago. All of us agreed that Spago was the best meal.
(4)Gail S.
What a disappointing meal, especially for it's reputation and the price! My husband and I have been going to the Four Season's in Maui since the year it was build...a long time. It is without a doubt, the best hotel on Maui. We have enjoyed many wonderful meals at all of their restaurants, and have even eaten at Spago before with great satisfaction. However, on our latest trip there, it was far from satisfying. My husband ordered the pork chop, medium rare and it was so tough, he couldn't eat it. My husband is not one to complain or send something back (yes...he should have)....and when the waiter came to take his plate with the uneaten chop on it, he didn't even ask if something was wrong. I ordered the Thai curry fish stew. Though I don't like anything spicy (I have a whimpy tongue) I was ASSURED by the waiter that they could make it very mild for me. Well, it came and was very spicy...so the waiter had them remake it. This time it was just as spicy and there was only about 1/2 the amount in the bowl. I couldn't eat it. There were 2 other couples with us, and they all enjoyed their meals, but no one thought it was "outstanding". The service was good, but not what I would expect at this kind of restaurant. Sorry to say...but we won't be returning to Spago!!!
(2)Arizona T.
Decent food. Much better was had during our time in Maui. Along with Mamas this place is getting a huge bump due to undue hype. The low rating is to help get their average down to where it should be which is a 3.5-4 star restaurant. The Ahi Cones appetizer was simply amazing. It all went downhill from there. This is supposedly a Wolfgang Puck restaurant. After asking when the last time he was there the bartender said "about 6 months". LOL Interesting sidenote is that locals get everything 2 for 1. haha!!
(3)Bulldog D.
Amazing dinner with an unbeatable view of Wailea Beach at sunset. Hands down one of the top meals of my life. We had the sashimi Ahi and the Thai red curry with seafood. My hubby wanted to order more red curry for desert. Delicious. just an added treat to the already splendid bliss that is 4 Seasons Maui
(5)Tatum V.
We dined here on the faithful Tsunami eve of 10/27/12. Our reservation was for 8pm and we were promptly seated. Took a but for the server to approach, but we were not in a hurry at the time. I ordered the Kobe Angel Hair Bolognase app and my husband had the Ahi Cones, I LOVED my app - he thougnt his was so so. After reading reviews I was anticipating some tasty bread, but they didn't come around with any until after our apps were takes away, sad. We then ordered our meals, he had the Thai Seafood & Pineapple-Coconut Red Curry which he LOVED and I ordered the Local Fish with Bok Choy and Potato - so so. Right after we ordered the Tusnami Warning Sirens started to go off and the servers were all abuzz with concern. We were told that a wave was expected at 10:30pm, and that their kitchen was closing and we would not be offered dessert or coffee, but we could finish our meals. It was high anxiety sitting and waiting for the food to come *took quite a while* and when it finally did we felt rushed to close out our check and leave. Neither of us finished our meals, and I was expecting something to the effect of - apologies for this inconvience, can we have you back tomorrow to make up for the rushed experience - but nothing. For the cost, and the service, your money is better spent elsewhere.
(3)John L.
They always say better late than never.... so here goes. My family and I went to Maui about a year ago and decided to go all out one night. We had a very nice terrace end table with spectacular views of the sunset. Took a lot of nice pictures. We had a big group so ordered a large variety of entrees. Some were really good and others were so so. Only thing I remember specifically were the "Spicy `Ahi Tuna "Poke" in Sesame-Miso Cones." WOW! The best I've ever had, and I try ahi tuna everything everywhere I go. That alone deserves 5 stars. I gave it a four because it is ridiculously expensive and my wife just remembers that she didn't like her dish.
(4)Katie K.
Some of the best food I have ever had! Also wonderful costumer service! Suggestion: go at sunset! My husband had the pork chops and I had the lamb.... definitely both recommended. Overall, one of the best dates we ever had. I can't recommend this place enough. Worth the huge expense!
(5)Andrea R.
Hello, I'll have 10 orders of the ahi tuna cones please? Well, maybe just 1 order, but I wanted about 10. Yes, the reviews are true..the ahi tuna cones are uhmazing! Based on all the raving reviews I'd heard/read about Spago I figured I"d save the best for our last night in Maui. And while it didn't end up being the best meal we had in Maui (Mama's Fish House gets that prize) it was very good! Andy, our waiter, was very chatty and helpful. He not only helped us with what to order at Spago, but gave us a few restaurant and activity suggestions for our trip to the Big Island the following day. I started the meal with a glass of Riesling, which was very sweet (just the way I like it). And then before they brought out those delicious ahi tuna cones the bread lady came out with so many delicious looking breads to choose from! I kind of wished she would just leave the huge tray of breads (enough for everyone in the restaurant) for us, but I chose a few different ones and then helped myself to more Parmesan flat bread (my favorite) her next time around. As for our entrees the hubby and I split the ahi tuna (can never have too much ahi tuna when in Hawaii) and some fish I can't pronounce or spell, but it tasted similar to a sea bass. Both were awesome! And as for dessert...we split the banana creme pie. By now we had 6 nights of really delicious dessert and this was among the best. And the "congrats" in chocolate writing on the plate was a nice touch as well. And while we ate this delicious meal we were lucky enough to be watching the beautiful sunset. And we couldn't think of of a better way to end a perfect week in Maui.
(4)Steve C.
Great food, period. Service seemed too rehearsed and we did not feel very appreciated after they found out we live here. Walu Loco Moco was delicious, Pork Chop was perfect and the Mahimahi was cooked to perfection.
(4)Matthew R.
Unequivocally the best restaurant in Maui. The food is spectacular. The view is insanely beautiful. Service is attentive. The drinks are wonderful- I recommend the Hemingway. The wine list is deep and diverse. This is an absolute winner.
(5)Rita L.
if you're kamaaina its best to come here! why? here's why, buy one entree get one entree free!!!! the onaga, the lamb, and the curry is sooo good!!! when the bread boy comes around, get the onion foccacia! very expensive, but with the special for us locals, its soo worth it!!!
(4)Denis F.
One's bad culinary experience can leave a bitter taste in one's mouth. However, Spago's management proved last night that they can recapture one's patronage and desire to come back again, and again, and again. i did not take a picture of every course we had last night as i did not want to look or act like a tourist! i should have. i only took a picture of one of the desserts: hot chocolate lava cake with a 10-year chocolate sauce served with Kona coffee ice cream. Delicious. The journey started with a flute of perfectly chilled Billecart Salmon Rose Champagne (the only "rose" champagne i drink). Following an elegant welcome, we were led to one of the best views table in the restaurant. Just like a fashion show, every degustation course presented was a great mix of presentation and offered a great depth and width of tastes and textures, taking our taste buds for a gentle yet adventurous and extremely satisfying roller coaster: Tempura Tiger Shrimp, Ginger Carrot Soup, Gnocchi with a Kobe beef marinara, perfectly prepared Walu (local white fish) served Loco Moco style (i found the concept and presentation genius), colorful and incredibly complex Three fish Thai curry (Opakapaka, Onaga and MongChong). Intermezzo was in order before our entrees were served: Rare seared Ahi Tuna with its two sauces and i got Sauteed Mongchong with basil puree. Both dishes were delightful to the eyes and the palate. Desserts followed (see picture attached) to crown this delicate yet abundantly nurturing experience. All in all, one of the best 10 meals i have had on the island for the past 11 years.....
(4)Shazam L.
Our second time here! WOW! Excellent service. Superb food. From breads to soups to entrees to appetizers. LOVED the Thai seafood, kid loved the macadamia crusted Mahi Mahi, husband loved the steamed Hong Kong Style fish.The only thing they would be dinged for would be the obvious menu $$$$$$$$ prices, but then again you are at Spago....and the miniature sized cocktails. If you don't mind out of this world prices for EXTROrdinary food..come try this at least once. I'm coming back.
(5)Jessica G.
When we went to Maui in October 2010, we ate here and it was by far the best dinner of my life. The place was amazing, the scenery was something out of a painting and I ate with my husband, so needless to say, it was one of the best dinners I have ever had. This year we are going to the Caribbean and Disney world for our big vacations but the day I go back to Maui, I will be sure to eat here again. Absolutely amazing.
(5)Kurt V.
Spago Maui is excellent, a must go for a high-end dinner in Maui. The dishes are well conceptualized, the ingredients were fresh, the flavors worked well together, and the cooking was perfect. Service was outstanding: helpful, friendly, and prompt. A table with a view of the ocean doesn't hurt either. To put it in perspective, I enjoyed it so much the first time I went, I cancelled a mama's fish house rez to go back again a couple days later. Wins - Ahi Cones, Pork Chop, Seafood Curry, Angel Hair Pasta, Seared Ahi, Macadamia Nut Tart Fails - None.
(5)Clay O.
Very nice feel and upstairs location. Hotel is beautiful. This is an experience. Service is excellent. Food is very well prepared. The bone in prime rib is terrific. Macadamia crusted mahi mahi is outstanding. It is an expensive meal, but the favors of the meal meet expectations.
(4)Liz P.
Four stars for very knowledgeable service -- thank you Casterly! Good opakapaka and ulumuu (sp???) but for $46 each they should've been mind-altering. Beet salad was good, and corn risotto was good, too. Neither particularly spectacular at $18 a pop. And banana cheese cake was sublime. But the best thing that night? The coconut soup with chili oil -- compliments of the chef. It's little perks like these that make dining at spagos pretty memorable.
(4)Ron C.
My wife and I had dinner in Oct 2012. The service was great and the meal was well prepared, well presented and also was delicious. We were seated at 530 to take advantage of the dinner for 2 for about $100. The down side was that the selection was minimal. Basically you had only two choices. That said, I would say that the over all experience was very nice and I would eat there again on my next trip to Maui.
(4)Shawn M.
My husband and I had an amazing dinner there last night! The food was spectacular both in taste and presentation. I had one of the best small bites ever. Not sure what it's called but it's a miso shaped cone with amazing stuff inside. The pork chops were the best I ever had. Ask for Mateo as your server. He knows everything about every dish and gave us exceptional service.
(5)Sam C.
I guess we were the unlucky ones. Reasons for the 1 star: -Food really wasn't great. My salmon was so-so, my wife's fish was bland. -Service was incredibly slow, we waited about 45 minutes for our entree. -Bad atmosphere, we were sitting at a small 2 person table across from each other with another couple about 12 inches away from us. It was a very awkward experience trying to whisper to each other all night. -Our waiter smelled awful..sorry bud whoever you were, but that odor was excruciating! -Lastly, the price. Incredibly expensive for a relatively small portion. Obviously, this wasn't a surprise, but if the above complaints weren't an issue, I wouldn't have minded paying 50 bucks per entree. If you go, good luck. I though the Italian Restaurant, Ferraro's (also at the 4 seasons) was a much better choice.
(1)Amy L.
A glass of Gruner Veltliner to open up the olfactories, while we waited for a table in the bustling lobby...How much more perfect could dinner be, what with all of the luxuriousness...We opted for the tasting menu, and a bottle of Billecart Salmon Brut. The one dish that I can still taste, and want to taste again and again, was the Miso Butterfish. Everything was delightful and perfect, but oh how I dream of that Butterfish...Service was seamless and impeccable. And I must say, the poke tuna cones taste a little bit better when you're seated so close to the ocean. One could not dream of a dinner so amazing...
(5)Paul R.
worth the $. amazing poke cones, super sick drinks (crazy large rough ice cube in my bourbon drink)... great wagyu bolognese, awesome fish, steak to die for. oh and the view..... go at sunset.
(5)Dave B.
Went to the Spago's at the Four Seasons Resort in Maui. What can I say after that opening line? One of the most memorable dining experiences of my life. Splendid. Worthy of the hype. Terrace seating with a view of the ocean. Had the carmelized pork chop and pan-seared chicken. Complimentary ginger-carrot soup was delicious. Very pleased with staff. Wish they'd come to Atlanta..
(5)William I.
Excellent service. Knowledgeable wait staff. Succulent food. Go early or late for the 49$ 3 course meal.
(5)Nicole B.
Yum! We came here for my birthday so we decided to go all out and try the chef's 9 course tasting menu. We were not left disappointed. The fish dishes were absolutely lovely and the view from our table was incredible. The service was also impeccable.
(4)Sunil K.
Come for the food - stay for the views! (or should it be the other way around?). The food is amazing, the views breathtaking... that said you have a ton of people trying to take pictures in the patio with the spectacular sunset backdrop - which can be annoying for the people sitting at the patio.
(5)Kristi T.
We're on a work trip (or rather, my fiance's work trip) and call with reservations for 10. I understand that we've changed the number like 17 times, but it took quite a while to be seated. We did get comped the bar bill (worth a lot for sure!) while waiting. Once we were seated, we got complimentary sides of bread, salad, pizza, and seafood risotto for the table. I was full after that and should have just gone home for sure! We all ordered our meals which took a while to come and continuously drank wine during the waiting. The staff was nice, attentive, and knowledgeable. They were very aware of my nut allergy which was so nice. Makes me feel comfortable eating for once! Overall, I think most people were happy with their meals. I had the chicken which was probably my fault - hello Hawaii.... seafood?! Anyway, would definitely go give it another try, but only if you have a few hundo to blow... this place is not cheap!
(3)Melissa M.
Spago has been our best dining experience in Maui thus far! First and foremost.... the service was outstanding. These guys were like an army!!! Our water glasses were never empty.... and as soon as we were donle with one plate they were trading it out for the next!! We started out with a yummy tomato and goat cheese plate - the tomatoes were amazing.... so yummy and juicy. They followed this with a tomato rizotto appetizer - neither of which we ordered. They were both very tasty. Tried the ahi poke rolls - very delicious. Surprisingly spicy. Beet salad - delicious. I went with the lamb chops .... came with 4 lamb chops - cooked medium rare at the chef's recommendation - and it was cooked to perfection. It came with a mint sauce .... yummy!! Probably the best lamb chops I've ever had. My dad had the pork chops - they were a little overcooked but still delicious. Four of the fam ordered the lobster - 7 ounces without the shell and that looked amazing. Everyone left satisfied and happy. The menu is quite pricey... but was so worth it. The manager of marketing came out and greeted our table.... when we asked for the bill at the end of the meal the waiter informed us that the manager had taken care of the WHOLE CHECK!?!? what a pleasant surprise!!! Think he was encouraging us to stay at the Four Seasons instead of the Grand Wailea next year..... either way we left extremely happy! Awesome experience!!!
(5)LIsa H.
Wow! Spago! After years of my husband begging to go here I finally gave in during our vacation in Maui. I have to say I was pleasantly surprised. We made reservations and were seated right away (after a snide comment from the door man/ wine "manager", named drew, but I'm trying to over look this). After being seated our waiter, Jebadi, came over after a few minutes and walked us through the menu. He made us feel at home and allowed us to take our time in ordering drinks and food. For drinks we decided on martinis ($15 each) instead of wine. Great choice since the atmosphere in spago is modern and upscale with music like the stones and police playing in the background. Then, taking our servers advice, we started with the tomato salad with aged balsamic vinaigrette and goat cheese. We split it and it did not disappoint. ($25) A great feature of Spago is the bread service. Someone comes around with a tray of 6 different breads during the appetizer and entree courses bringing fresh bread. And don't be afraid to ask for more than one slice at a time. My husband did and the bread man loved it! Entrees: Ahi sashimi grade tuna with wasabi/potato purée. Husband and i loved it. ($44) Red curry with mahimahi, shrimp, and some other fish? With mango and mushroom. Probably one of the better curry's I've ever had. Served with three sides of sauce and brown and white rice. Didn't need any of the rice or extra flavorings. The fish portions were big enough and the curry was exploding with flavor. ($45) We had to skip dessert b/c I was too full. But each dessert was listed at only $14, not as high as I would have thought. I must say I was impressed with the wait staff, food and over all experience of spago. I was initially afraid of the prices however we spent more money at mamas fish house and had no where near the food quality or atmosphere at mamas as we did at Spago. My vote: Spago over mamas any day.
(5)Amanda W.
Good Food Horrible Service This is one of the more pricy restaurants in the area so I expect great food and great service for the $180 for two people (2 cocktails, 2 appetizers and 2 entrees). The food was pretty good but we had horrible service while dinning there. First of all our waitress was very slow with everything. When we ordered our intention was to share one appetizer and each have an entree. However, when the food was served we were given two of the same appetizer and yes we were charged for both. If we had wanted two appetizers we would have ordered two different ones. At the end of the meal I was full and asked if they could box up my leftovers. They said sure but I never did receive the boxed up leftovers. Apparently they forgot to do that and just threw my food away. Finally when we were paying we used cash. I know that most people pay with credit cards so the waitress might not know the etiquette for cash paying customers. We purposely paid with larger bills so she would have to bring us change so we could give the correct tip. When she brought back the change she gave us a $20 and a $1. We had to ask her to then please break the $20.
(3)D C.
Our son turned two on our final night in Maui. After a mediocre dinner in Kihei, we decided to treat ourselves to dessert at Spago. We sat at the bar, which our toddler loved. Ordered molten chocolate cake and ice cream, a cocktail, coffee, and mushroom pasta appetizer. Everything was delicious and the kid ate half the pasta. Dessert came out with "Happy Birthday!" written in chocolate on the plate and a candle which my son happy blew out. Bartender forgot to order the coffee at end and our toddler was cranky and ready for bed, so she brought out a cappuccino on the house. Worth the splurge. Will def be back on next trip and try the dinner.
(5)Joe S.
as major "foodie" my wife and i couldn't wait to try some of the top restaurants Hawaii had to offer during our honeymoon and let me tell you Spago didn't let us down. during our time in Maui (10 days) we came here for dinner twice and it didnt disappoint. i could honestly say that ive eaten at some top notch establishments anywhere from Vegas to NYC to Boston, but spago 100% takes the cake for my top restaurant ive visited. From the food to service everything was amazing (as it should be for a few hundred dollar tab). our first visit to spago we did the traditional couple appetizer and a main dish and they were amazing. when we came back to celebrate our last night honeymooning we decided to order every appetizer they had on the menu. all in all i cant say enough good things other than if i had to pick one place to eat at out of all the restaurants ive been too, then spago Maui would win.
(5)barbara b.
We went on valentine's day night and yet the service and food were superb. Because they were so booked, they had put out folding tables to accomodate more ppl. They originally put 4 of us at what was essentially a card table that could comfortable fit 2. We asked if they could move us somewhere less cramped and they had us at a real table within 5 mins. The food was excellent. We got the prix fixe menu so I got the poke, risotto, mahi mahi, and molten chocolate cake. The poke was in a unique crispy cone. The risotto was cooked perfectly. The chocolate cake was ooozing with warm chocolate. Mmmmmm! The only thing I wasn't a huge fan of was the fish. On the one hand, I'm not a huge fan of cooked fish so don't take my word for it. On the other hand, a part of my issue was with the roasted macadamia nut "crust." It seemed overpowering to me.... The service was fast and friendly despite the hectic night. I'd love to try it some time when I can explore other entree options.
(5)Kay M.
Spago needs no introduction I am sure. But here is a veggie's perspective. great! They have a separate veggie menu that keeps changing. I ordered a few items of off that that were great. But the highlight was the Black Truffle Risotto - no cheap imitations here . The truffle was the real deal - full of flavor and very light on the stomach. From the veggie menu the Red Curry was awesome which came with three chutneys that only added to the flavor. Four seasons is known to cater to all their guests and that they surely did to two happy vegetarians.
(5)Elaine S.
After our horrendous treatment at Nick's Fishmarket (see review), dining at Spago's was an unexpected delight. We have never received such exceptional service as we did that night from our courteous server, Thomas, and his well-trained team. Thomas helped seat us inside, laid napkins across our laps and described the specials with enthusiasm. Each time we said thank-you, he'd reply, "It's my pleasure." How often do you hear that in restaurants these days? When we mentioned that we'd had no luck trying to find another fine restaurant he suggested for a different night, he returned with an envelope containing a printout of Mapquest directions there. We were completely impressed. Before each new course, Thomas would neaten the table and straighten the flatware with a fascinating attention to detail. When I returned from the ladies room, a freshly folded napkin awaited me. We started with the miso-broiled walu "loco moco," a delicious fish that simply melted in our mouths. Next, my husband ordered the Thai seafood curry and I chose the opakapa fish. Both were good, though not as mouth-watering as the appetizer. When Thomas asked how are entrees were, I mentioned mine was spicy, but continued to enjoy eating it. He apologized and offered to have the chef prepare me a less spicy version. I thanked him, but told him it wasn't necessary. Ten minutes later, a smaller version of the opakapa materialized at our table. By that time, I was halfway through my first order and nearly full. I managed one half-hearted bite and stopped. Thomas arrived and eyed me sympathetically. "Would you like me to remove that for you?" I hesitated, thinking it was a waste to discard it, but given the circumstances, didn't feel it was polite to ask him to box up the nearly untouched leftovers. When the check arrived, my husband told Thomas he'd brought the wrong bill. This one only listed drinks and coffee. Thomas explained that he'd removed the entree charges from our bill because "we didn't get to enjoy them together." We again protested that this wasn't necessary, but he firmly insisted. We were speechless. My husband left a generous tip based upon what the check would have totaled with our entrees. Thomas surprised us by returning to question if we were sure we wanted to leave such a large tip, explaining that he was the manager and it wasn't necessary. Again, this is something we've never encountered before at any dining establishment. We told him he'd earned the tip and encouraged him to share it with his staff. He reluctantly agreed, but only the condition that we return another time. When we do, we sincerely hope he's our server again! Our only piece of negative feedback is that the music doesn't match the restaurant's classy ambiance; it was obtrusively loud and featured dated hard rock standards. Something Hawaiian or Sinatra-like would be more relaxing for fine dining.
(4)Jon E.
Salmon was too salty. Salad too salty. Risotto appetizer ok. Porkchops nothing special had better at the kitchen or side street. Dessert again nothing special. Chocolate molten cake done better at roys or Mortons. Sticky cake not sticky or memorable. Service aloof. 10 min to get menu. Another 10 to order. Another 10 to get bread. 30 more for appetizers. Service slow to clear plates. Very slow. All they stopped by to say was "tastes great right?". Expensive. Much better value anywhere else. I don't mind blowing insane money on food and wine. But on the other hand I've eaten better food than spago for under $10. Avoid.
(1)Tee D.
Ah, the Four Seasons. I don't think I can ever stay at a non-AAA five star hotel ever again. From the moment we opened our car door at the valet to the time we checked into our room, the Four Seasons set the standard by which all luxury resorts should aspire. It is freaking fantastic. So, it is only fitting that the restaurants at the Four Seasons follow the hotel's high standards. During our second night at the resort, the guy and I booked Spago for an early dinner, mainly because we wanted to catch the spectacular sunset from Spago's open air deck, and second, we were tired of late night room service. We had a prime table on the deck, overlooking the hotel's lavash pool area. Our server (wish I could remember his name) was really knowledgeable and pretty funny. Drinks came in the form of a ginger pineapple mojito for me, and a glass of Torrontes for the guy. Both were perfect way to cap off a hot day laying out at the beach: crisp, light, and refreshing. I loved how Spago presents their bread basket. They have a server walking around with a basket with an assortment of breads, from sweet onion rolls (my favorite) to sourdough bread to parmesean crisps and olive bread. I love carbs. For my entree, I ordered the Ahi: it melted in my mouth. This is what a culinary boner must feel like: AMAZING! I think I just drooled a little reliving the ahi experience. The guy ordered the roasted chicken, which was standard fare, but the mashed potatoes were very memorable. They reminded me of the whipped mashed potatoes my mom used to make for me in the food processor when I was a kid, whipped with a bit of cheese. I actually really enjoyed the simplicity of the dish. This was my second favorite meal in Maui, only trumped by an amazing banana macadamian nut pancake I had at Marco's. Hey, that pancake is really THAT good!
(5)Gianna R.
Went here last night for Easter Dinner and it was the perfect choice.... After relaxing poolside all day and then coming to Spago made the perfect Easter besides the fact that my boyfriend and I broke up the night before.. lol... We got seated at a very nice outside table with a perfect view.. Started the night off with a Cucumber Martini and it was delicious!! Then I had a slice of the Maui Onion Focaccia it was very tasty.... For my Appetizer I had the Hawaiian Mahi Mahi Seafood Risotto it was very good I loved the flavors and my date had the Walu and he pretty much liked his plate clean... For dinner I had the Grilled Lamb Chops cooked medium rare and it melted in my mouth like butter It is probably in my top 10 best dishes I have ordered the Chili-Mint Vinaigrette was to die for... My date had the pan-roasted organic free range chicken ya boring I know but it actually was very good the skin was nice and crispy.... The service was amazing and every little detail was perfect its exactly what I would expect from Spago I think our waiters name was Jed or Jeb and he was a great friendly knowledgeable waiter for nice experience... Oh I almost forgot Dessert!! We had a trio of Sorbet very good and I forgot the name its some crazy Russian name or something its basically a Banana Souffle it was DELICIOUS!!!!!!! A perfect Easter Dinner!!!!!
(5)Tim S.
This restaurant was outstanding for Maui standards. The wait staff was accommodating and friendly. The food was prepared very well. the Spicy Ahi Tuna "Poke" was a hit of an appetizer. Only concern was the limited menu. Would have like to see more options.
(4)Joe M.
This was the most romantic - and most expensive - meal my wife and I enjoyed on Maui last week. In fact, it was the only meal in which we did not include our kids, but we decided Spago would be the best place to have a meal to ourselves, and we were not disappointed. The food, service and decor / ambiance were all outstanding. Spago has a number of tables for two setup along the edge of the patio dining area, each of which is arranged so that the couple can sit enjoy the food and the view(s) side-by-side. We arrived just before opening and were seated at what was probably the choicest twosome table - closest to the ocean. I posted photos of views from the table (and other photos of food and wine we ordered). Based on other reviewers' recommendations (e.g., Lindsay Z. and Charles M.), we tried the Ahi Cones and Sweet & Sour Lettuce Wraps - both were delicious! We'd been eating a lot of seafood all week, and had plans to eat at Mama's Fish House the following night, so we decided to try some non-seafood entrees. The beef tenderloin and Chinois-style lamb were [also] both excellent. The wine list is extensive ... and expensive (I estimate markup of between 300% and 400%). We ordered the Two Hands 2004 Shiraz / Cabernet blend, "The Bull and the Bear", which went well with all of the items we ate, and was probably a bit below the median price for wines (at $113 / bottle). This was the most expensive meal we had on the island (and there were only two of us), but given that it was our only night to ourselves during this visit to Maui - our first visit, almost 20 years ago, was during our honeymoon - it was worth the splurge.
(5)Seanna S.
As previously said you cannot expect less from a Wolfgang restaurant. I have always wanted to eat in one of his restaurants so while on vacation my husband took me here. I loved everything. There is not one thing I would complain about. It was a amazing experience all around. Maybe offering my husband a black napkin instead of a white one because his shorts were black was a little over the top :) Oh and the view was awesome too. We will have to come back next time we are in Maui!
(5)BigArm K.
Not that a review of Spago is really necessary but our experience was excellent. Wonderful service, and great food. We particularly enjoyed the tomato and goat cheese appetizer, as well as the seafood risotto appetizer. Both were some of the best I have had. We also had the lava rock flank steak, which was good but not great.
(5)Robert H.
Visited Spago on the first evening arriving for our honeymoon. Everything about the place met my expectations. The food, ambiance, and service were all wonderful. We started with salads and the famous Ahi cones (we can see why they are so popular...awesome). I had the Salmon that was perfectly done and my wife had the Ahi entree. We will definetly be back to Spago's on our next visit.
(5)Tracy W.
Highly recommend the prefix menu. It is a reasonable price point and an excellent sampling of the chef's skill set. We felt it was well worth the 45 minute drive to the other side of the island to celebrate our anniversary. Our fish was cook to perfection and we enjoyed the entire meal. Suggestion for Spago.. just leave me the bread basket!
(4)Jane B.
Spago won't disappoint. Everything was great - food, service, view. Well worth it.
(5)Dawn M.
Oh Spago. Thank you. We had a wonderful experience. The view is amazing and Spago is truly a special place. I recommend that when you make a reservation, you request an outdoor seat with a view. They had about 5 or so tables for two that were just perfect and romantic...overlooking the pool area and ocean from high above the Four Seasons resort. On to the food...we had been drooling over the Spicy Ahi Tuna in Sesame Miso Cones all week! There were photos in so many of the local dining magazines, we couldn't wait to try them, and they didn't disappoint. Yum. The bread tray offers tons of tasty goodness too. I highly recommend the Maui Onion Foccacia...I could eat that all day and haven't stopped thinking about it. For the entrees, my husband had the Mahi-Mahi and I had the Monchong fish...both were excellent and we didn't leave a morsel behind. For dessert we had the only chocolate option they had, which was like a chocolate lava cake with vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce. Also very good, but there were a ton of great and unique options if you don't want the standard chocolate. We wanted coffee with dessert and they offered a few different options which are presented in mini french presses. However, they're $10. each. Seriously? $10.00 for coffee? We ended up splitting it after inquiring to the size and it ended up being enough for just 2 cups exactly, so I recommend doing that because $10pp for coffee is a little ridiculous! All in all, I definitely recommend Spago and when we return to Maui we'll be back. For fine dining options on the island, my #1 recommendation is Capische, with Spago a fabulous #2! A menu with prices (since one isn't to be found online) can be found in the menu case along the beach side path (the one closest to the Grand Wailea) if you want to check it out once you arrive. (The case on the other side of the resort didn't have Spago prices). To give you an idea though, since that is always a major factor: Ahi Tuna Cones ($25 includes 3, although they may offer you 4 cones so it is better to split, which will come to $33.25!) Entrees were in the $45 range, dessert was $14 and wine by the glass from $12 each. And worth it! You can also make reservations via OpenTable!
(5)Dustin S.
First off, this place is EXPENSIVE. That being said - IT WAS WORTH EVERY PENNY. The food and view was absolutely MAGNIFICENT. I ordered the flat iron steak which was cooked PERFECTLY and my wife order seared ahi tuna which was also cooked PERFECTLY. I don't know how they did it but the searing is so perfect - the tuna had a tiny seared layer about 1/16th of an inch, and my steak had a seared layer of about 1/8th of an inch. It made the food taste so fresh and delectable. The maui onion free bread was also fantastic. The view is right over the resort and lookouts to the ocean. Absolutely splendid meal and view.
(5)Captain C.
Fantastic service....Amazing food......this was one of the nicest food and dinner experience i ever had....Not one thing bad to say about it.....cant wait to go back
(5)Darcy M.
I thought Spago was absolutely phenomenal. The pork chop I ordered was the best I've ever had, and my guests were equally impressed with their meals. The staff was amazing and the ambiance very enjoyable (outdoor table with ocean view). To top off a wonderful meal, I had the best mango sorbet ever (I've been dreaming about it almost daily since my return to California). The next time I'm in Maui, I'm definitely revisiting Spago.
(5)Christy J.
Overview: Great restaurant at the Four Seasons in Wailea overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean. The decor is modern yet comfortable and although there were a lot of diners inside the restaurant, the noise level remained at a moderate level. I was pleasantly surprised at our experience here. In all the times we've visited Maui, my husband refused to dine here because of his multiple poor experiences at the Spago in Palo Alto, CA. Even he was pleasantly surprised and we've added this to our dining rotation in Maui! Food: Tomato Salad: A different version of caprese. Ripe tomatoes were served with room temperature, soft goat cheese. Very good. Lamb Chops: This was my husband's order... I snuck a bite and it was just delicious! I don't think he touched anything else on his plate. The lamb was all he needed. Chicken: I can't remember what they called this but it was simple and delicious. The dish included the breast and thigh - skin on (yum!). This was seared perfectly and the skin was crispy and the meat was moist and juicy. The sauce was amazing as were the mushrooms in the sauce. I loved it. Truffle Chocolate Cake: Basically a lava cake. It was yummy! Served along side was delicious coffee ice cream. I ate almost the entire thing by myself. Hey, I was on vacation :-) Service: Impeccable. Very professional, courteous, polite and on top of things. Bread: So good! There were like 5 choices. I chose the rosemary bread and the foccacia with grilled onions. Man, that was so darn tasty. Plus they served butter with a sprinkling of pink Hawaiian salt. So good! Wine: Good selection. Also a full bar available.
(5)Veronica M.
We have been to other Spagos and this one is different but as good as the other ones, the location was very romantic with the sunset in front of us, so gorgeous! We had the fixed price menu: a lot of food for a reasonable price! Loved the sweet focaccia, could not stop eating it! As an entree, my husband ordered the CARAMELIZED PORK CHOP WITH MAUI MANGO & PAPAYA, the flavors were so amazing, it was delicious! Everything was outstanding: the location, the service and the food, we will definitely come back!
(5)Kenia K.
Great dinner selections and wine. The angelhair appetizer was awesome! Portion is very filling, may not leave that extra room for dessert.
(4)Lauren W.
Dang, I just read Rita L.'s tip about buy one get one free entrees. Wish I knew that when we ate there last week! Oh well... Dear Wolfgang, What have you done? Or maybe what HAVEN'T you done? We ate here a while back and thoroughly enjoyed the fresh pasta -- it was your specialty! But now, all you serve is angel hair. Boo on you. Sincerely, Kanoelani C. P.S. We loved the Kula Sweet Corn Risotto so much that we gave you four stars anyway...
(4)neal s.
My favorite restaurant on Maui. Our meal started out with a great assortments of breads. Our friends that live here kept telling us that we needed to try the organic chicken with goat cheese injected under the skin. It was great and an ample portion as well. I had the MonChong prepared Hong Kong style that was very tasty and had a nice bite to it from the hot peppers. One of the best things about coming here is that the setting is beautiful (we had a great view) and the service is top notch. it is pricey of course, after all, it is Spagos at the Four Seasons but the food is great and it is well worth it.
(5)Jeremy M.
Excellent service. Lovely setting. Great pineapple ginger mojito. Wonderful tomato soup and pasta with mushroom apetitzer. Ahi entree was perfect. Why only 2 stars? 5:30 reservation. At the front desk there was a sign for early bird dinner $49 with reasonable price for wine pairings. Never a mention of this special at the table. Likely would not have ordered it. With the check was a card announcing the special. On the way out, I asked the receptionist why I was not offered the early bird special. She said that I had to ask for it. I found this totally ludicrous and the more I thought about it the more upset I became. I assumed my waiter would tell me ALL the specials and not force me to ask about the early bird. Very bad behavior for a very good restaurant!!
(2)Merlyn S.
All I can say is my husband had the Lamb chops and I had the Mahi and there was nothing special about either meal. The Lamb and what ever else was on that plate was terrible. The dessert had so little caramel you could barely taste it. Also the tomato salad was an embarrassment for 2 slices of tomato each $22. We paid the $300 dollars for our meal but it was the worst meal we have had so far. I was very disappointed. I thought a Wolfgang Puck restaurant would be much better then it was. Mert Shields
(1)Eric G.
My wife and I decided to eat here when we stayed in Kihei. We showed up about early for our reservation so we grab a drink a walked a little. Fantastic layout and the view is amazing. The food was fantastic and they easily accommodated the fact that my wife is vegan. The service was great and again the view is just amazing. Next time we are in Maui we will definitely return.
(4)Mike B.
We ate at Spago on 3/1/13. Along with Mamas fish Market it ties for the top restaurant we ate at. Macadamia nut Mahi Mahi was excellent, crab stuffed monchong just above average. Steak off of Keiki menu was extremely good, though the waiter ordered the wrong dish at first. Other than that the service was the best we had in 10 days.
(5)Mike W.
We have eaten here several times in the past few years and never been disappointed. The food, service and view are all world class. Highlights from this visit were the ahi cones (of course!) and the corn risotto. Don't stay in Wailea without eating here!
(5)Emily Y.
Excellent. Everything we ordered was so well done and wonderful flavor pairings. The spicy tuna hand rolls--good sushi and instead of nori, the cone was some sort of tasty crackery thing. Yum. The macadamium nut enchrusted mahi mahi was served with an interesting purple sweet potato and other tangy sauce to compliment the buttery dry macadamiums. Tuna steak. Mongchong. Not 5 stars bc really expensive and servings kinda small. The mango, passion fruit coconut sorbet was tasty as expected. Kids meal was ok. Expensive in general, but not for this resort area...they were nice enough to substitute fresh green beans for the French fries. They were crisp and fresh and tasted like they were picked the same day.
(4)Orv M.
Been going to Wolf's concepts since year 1 at Sunset Blvd., this one is fairly representative to his other asian concepts that you may have tried. Interesting food and good service, nice location if you can get a good view table. Double check your reservations: We used Open Table and got our conformation. Upon checking in for our 5:30 table, the new untrained receptionist couldn't find our reservation, then claimed she did see it but it was for 2 days later!! Called the General Manager over and got that straightened out! Duo and Ferraro's both called to confirm our reservations, Spago did not; and all 3 use the same reservation system. Help! Oh, it was Chinese New Years and I fed the dragon that came through the restaurant my lucky money, next day I had a nice offer on a 2nd home we were selling! Thanks, Spago for setting that up!
(4)Jonathan W.
Very underwhelming. For all it's reputation and exorbitant prices, you should be able to produce better quality food. The service was good but the plates were nothing to write home about. Perhaps you should try Duo or Ferraro's instead.
(2)Ann H.
Outstanding every time! Service, food, atmosphere. One our most favorite places in the world to dine!
(5)Bryan B.
Not your typicall Wolfgang joint. . . This is definitely the best Spago I've been to, hands down!!! The brilliance of Executive Chef Cameron Lewark is manifested in Wailea! We didn't get to spend time with Chef Cameron this time, but it's okay we'll give him the pass since he was busy being honored at the Maui Film Festival as "Maui's CHEF OF THE YEAR"... So we'll let it slide this time! In his absence, his Chefs and Jacque at the front of the house took very good care of us. To start, they sat us at a table with an awesome view of the sunset along the west coastline. Our waiter, Peter was very helpful and knowledgable in pairing the perfect wines with the various courses. Chef Cam is very well known throughout the island. And well deserved, his Ahi miso cones are incredible! I can have like 20 of them as a meal. In the midst of our 7 course meal, I had the lamb as an entre which was without a doubt the best lamb that I have had ever! Our reservations were right at sunset and they gave us the best table in the house. It couldn't get more perfect than this! Sunset dinner at the finest restaurant on the island, spectacular view of the entire coast, incredibly delicious food, and a hot wife with the kids left behind to eat pizza for the night. . . ohhh yea, this is the life! You have to shell it out for this place, but worth every red cent! Besides, it's Maui, it's Wailea... you should be prepared for this.
(5)Brandon B.
Not what I've come to expect from Wolfgang Puck. One should not have to experience cold entrees at Spago. This is unacceptable and has made us reconsider our Spago plans for Vegas in April. The appetizer and desert courses were great. However, our waitress disappeared for about 30 minutes between serving the appetizer and the time her manager picked up our entrees to be recooked. After recooking our entrees, we got the desert course (wine pairing was late for two out of three courses). Then the bill - with not so much as a "we are so sorry for serving you undercooked pork that could have killed you." Needless to say, not what I expect from WP.
(1)Kai R.
Be warned - this place is VERY expensive ($80 for a tiny steak). We have been here twice - the first time we had a really nice meal with great drinks. Second time, the first thing I noticed was that the prices went through the roof. Yes, the food quality is good, but it is WAY overpriced for what you get. I know high-end five star restaurants (thanks to a corporate expense account), so I have no problems throwing down big bucks for a meal and I've done that too many times to count. The quantity/quality here simply is out of line with the prices they charge (yes, I know it's on an island 2,400 miles away from the California coast).
(2)John D.
The only thing that keeps this from a 5 star rating is the associated 7 star price. The food here is flawless and the view amazing. Be prepared to drop at least $275-$500 on dinner for two.
(4)Bruce S.
Just got back from an awful Christmas dinner at Spago. we had our reservation at 6, and we didn't get our entree until 7:30. What was worse was our kids meal of Mac and cheese and chicken nuggets came at the same time. Our kids were about to pass out. I spoke to the manager and he apologized. He gave us 4 desserts for free. Problem was we weren't going to order any desserts. He didn't bother to ask us. Overall food was great, but was grossly overpriced. We paid $24 for a Caesar salad, and the Mac and cheese was $9, but was a tiny amount of food from a box. I had the Hong Kong style fish which was excellent. The waiter was ok, despite being really busy. I don't want to be a grinch, but I felt that Spago should have understood they were going to be so busy and to have staffed the kitchen appropriately.
(2)Michelle B.
We have eaten here twice on our trip - food and service have been absolutely top notch. The first time we started with a special tempura veggie & shrimp appetizer - wonderful and NOT overly battered, with a very tasty sauce. Both times I had the beet and heart of palm salad with feta - YUM! I'll admit to having the pineapple fish red curry with brown rice - both times, seriously served with a trio of chutneys - spicy, coconut and another fruity one. Started with a lychee martini that was very original and tasty. The second night I finished with an over the top banana chocolate chip souffle with a homemade chocolate sauce that would be hard to beat. Both nights the service was fabulous, but the second night the server was exceptionally knowledgable about wine and introduced us to a very special Sonoma Chardonnay that they are only allowed 2 bottles of.
(5)Jessica C.
It's Spago...and it was in our hotel...we had to try it. 2 things stand out: spicy tuna cones (freaking delicious) and the mango infused tapioca pudding (also delish). I wasn't in the mood for meat, so I got a vegetarian dish. Being Spago, I thought they could do something creative - I just don't think stir fried eggplant is worth $25 - maybe I'm cheap! I would recommend Spago for appetizers and dessert - just skip the entree.
(3)Ryan T.
My fiance and I were planning on having our reception here at the Four Seasons. After being pushed from an events coordinator to the restaurant to the restaurant manager back to some event manager (located in las vegas, mind you) we finally were able to talk to someone about booking the lanai here for our event. My gal was so excited and we told her we wanted to move forward. She sent us the paperwork and then went MIA for 2 days. After ignored phone calls and emails we finally got a response saying that her director had booked the lanai for a VIP group and that if it fell thru she would let us know. I couldn't believe that such a supposedly fine establishment would treat customers like that. Pretty sad. Would take your business elsewhere or they might give your table away to a "VIP" chicken mcnugget. Welcome to Spago home of the highest bidder.
(1)Michael C.
Our meal at Spago was the highlight of our 5 day trip to Maui. The service was impeccable and the seafood was extremely fresh and delicious. We were tempted to return for a second meal because we weren't as satisfied with the other restaurants in the Four Seasons (I'd rate Duo 3.5 stars and unlike many others, Ferraro's at 2 stars). The tuna poke cone appetizer was so delicious that we ordered a second helping after tasting the first bite. Our server smiled and explained that our request was not out of the ordinary. Other things to order are the spicy seafood curry and a poached sea bass. The Meiomi was delightful as well. All around, this place was idyllic. The decor is fresh and the views impressive. I'd actually give this experience greater that 5 stars if I could. Enjoy! Don't listen to the hotel if they recommend any of their other restaurants above Spago. Spago crushes the onsite competition.
(5)Mark H.
In Maui, there is no contest. For the best high-end restaurant experience, look no further than Spago's. In the last six years, every single trip to Spago's has been consistently awesome. Great views (if you get there early), fun to celebrity watch (this is Schwarzenegger's favorite restaurant in Maui, and we've seen him there twice. Rod Stewart, too (who really needs to tone down those shirts), outstanding Four Seasons-level service, and of course, some of the best food around. Get an early reservation on the outdoor terrace so you can get a good view of the sunset (530P reservation). Don't miss the ahi cones, and save room for dessert and their plantation coffees. The menu changes frequently, but it's fairly fish focused, go figure. I've had the Whole Big Island Moi Steamed "Hong Kong" style with Chili, Ginger and Baby Choy Sum a couple times now, and really enjoy it. The pan fried whole fish is excellent too when prepared Thai style.
(5)Pegy H.
Incredible view, particularly at sunset. Excellent service. Great food. We got a kick out of the unexpected classic rock music that was played in the background. I am not sure I have heard CCR, The Doors, Rolling Stones, The Who, etc. while paying $100 per person!
(4)T. S.
No problem paying top prices but the price verses quality and presentation did not measure up. Needs a technical lift.
(3)Melissa P.
Since we stayed at the Four Season's we wanted to try all of the restaurants on the property, including this one. Plus we had starved ourselves for a year to get ready for the wedding so the honeymoon was all about catching up on good eating. We started off with a bottle of Shafer, "Relentless" which definitely held up to it's name. The wine was fantastic and set the tone for the meal. We began with the SPICY AHI TUNA "POKE" IN SESAME-MISO CONES - Chili Aioli, Tosa Soy, Green Onions, Pickled Ginger and Tobikko as an appetizer. When they say spicy, they meant it. It was very good but I could only eat one due to the heat radiating out of my mouth. For dinner, I had the caramelized pork chop with Maui pineapple & papaya which was accompanied by baby bok choy, Big Island vanilla, anise, cinnamon, Thai Basil and molokai yams. I rarely eat a pork chop and this was so good that I have decided to start eating them more! To be honest, I can;t remember what Mark had because i was so focused on my pork chop. However it must have been good as he didn't share any of it ;) Our waiter whose name has escaped me, was probably one of the best servers we have ever had. He was a retired chef who moved to the islands with his wife who is a pastry chef. He was so knowledgeable about the wine and food that we just listened to him talk and were mesmerized at how passionate he was about food. It was a great experience and the ambiance in the restaurant is very much like being in some trendy lounge in the city. Very dark with low light colors to create a very amber romantic feel. They have a private room for large parties and outdoor seating to capture the sunset. We really enjoyed the experience but we did feel it was a little too pricey for the quality of food. Don't get me wrong, it was good, but worth $350 dollars..... Only on our honeymoon!
(4)GB R.
Seems like I give everything on Yelp 5 stars - but I tend to review only the spots that I've had a great experience at.. Anyhow - Spago in Maui will always hold a special place with my wife and I because it's where we had our dinner on the night I proposed! For that dinner, back in 2004 - we simply asked the waiter to ask the chef to make us a sampling dinner and boy were we glad we did that! We got a little bit of everything - chicken, fish, steak - and it was all incredible. Fast forward 5 years and we just had dinner there with my family - including our 7 month old - on New Year's Eve - 12/31/09. I had the lamb chops and they were by far the best lamb chops I've had. Cooked medium rare and they were perfect. I started with the Ahi cones which were fantastic. The service was impeccable. Very attentive - filling water and wine when appropriate. Catered nicely to our 7 month old. A manager or supervisor came over to ask us how dinner was and also talked about his young child. We were on the patio with an incredible sunset view and the warm breeze off the ocean. Yes, this place is pricey. Yes, it could be considered 'stuffy' because they cater to celebrities and athletes, etc., - but this is definitely a special night out - great for a big birthday, anniversary or if you just want to dress up and be pampered.
(5)Justin H.
Went here during my honeymoon, and it was amazing. The steak I had was great, but the thing I really loved was their tomato salad. It was so simple, but just perfect.
(5)Sarah K.
we went here last october. the most memorable dish for me was the tomato salad. it was so simple yet profoundly delicious that my husband has been trying to replicate this dish for months, and he's come close but not quite. otherwise, they honor wolfgang puck gift cards here. meaning, if you want to save some money (which may sound oxymoronic dining here), go to your local costco before flying out to maui and buy the gift cards (costco in maui didn't carry them last time we checked). they are $80 for each $100 card, and even though you'll have to buy a few hundred dollars worth to dine here, you'll save enough to cover tax and tips.
(5)Lily C.
Being from Los Angeles, I've been fortunate enough to dine at Spago's Beverly Hills, Spago's Las Vegas and Spago's Maui. I must say that the Maui location is the best. Very romantic. Located inside the Four Season Hotel, Spago's Maui is outstanding in every form.
(5)Amol P.
we went to dinner here on the last day of our hawaii vacation since we wanted to end our trip on the perfect culinary satisfaction note. There was a complimentary serving of carrot ginger soup to begin our dining experience. We ordered the perfect cocktail (pineapple ginger mojito) to beat the heat. We were seated at a corner table overlooking the beautiful coastline of maui and the setting sun. The ambience was oh-so-perfectly- romantic, too bad we were in a bit of a rush to catch our flight back home. The service was impeccable and there was a lot of attention to detail. We ordered the coconut crusted crab cakes with maui pineapple and sweet basil aioli as an appetizer which we thought was extremely scrumptious. We were also offered a good variety of breads and asked to pick 2 for tasting. I really enjoyed the cake like texture of the maui onion bread. The best part of the meal was the entree beyond any doubt. The THAI SEAFOOD & PINEAPPLE-COCONUT RED CURRY with Shrimp, Onaga, Mahi Mahi, Galangal, Kaffir Lime, Thai Basil and Green Papaya Salad was nothing short of the perfect combination of ingredients on the plate for gastronomic pleasure. In a nutshell, you get what you pay for when you are here.
(5)Tim C.
We were on vacation and decided to go out for a treat. This was definitely an experience to remember. As we got seated there was a gorgeous sunset setting in the back. We had a servant that was really friendly and knowledgable help us with the menu. We got a cheese pizza for one of our kids and the guy was so attentive and understanding. He asked whether we would like to have that brought immediately. Anyone with a kid knows how hard it is to wait for a kitchen to bring out a simple kids dish. Well they brought the pizza within a matter of a few minutes. We ordered the Thai seafood coconut red curry. That dish was absolutely delicious and took us back to Thailand momentarily. The Meyer lemon hamachi ceviche was mouth watering as well. All in all, the food was fantastic, the ambience really good and service was outstanding. We even got some great recommendations from the server for other nice restaurants to try while visiting the island. I highly recommend the place.
(5)Beverly P.
Tonight hubs and I had a fantastic meal at Spago. We have been staying at the Four Seasons Maui for over 20 years, however this was our first visit to Spago. In previous years the menu did not appeal to us, or maybe our palate was just not mature enough to appreciate the offerings. At any rate, had a wonderful meal tonight. Serving sizes are generous. We split the tomato goat cheese salad, it was delicious and the perfect starter size. We each had the Opakapaka Hong Kong Style fish. We asked that the garlic be left off of the dish, and the chef was able to prepare the dish as such. The heat from the jalapeño was perfect. Fish was cooked perfectly as were the vegetables. The side dish of jasmine rice complemented the dish nicely. We had the chocolate truffle cake with salted caramel, macadamia nut ice cream for dessert. It was a great ending to a superb meal. We left the table satisfied and pleasantly surprised. The service was excellent and the atmosphere was very relaxing. Classic rock music was piped in throughout the evening. It was just loud enough to be enjoyed. All in all a great evening out. We will definitely make Spago one of our regular visits on our annual trip to the Four Seasons Hotel.
(5)Scott W.
Sorry yelpers but this place sucks. WAY overpriced, poor food quality. I live in Napa so I expect (and recognize) quality food, but I really didn't have high expectations for this place, I just wanted a reasonably tasty meal. The poke ahi cones are great. The banana cream pie dessert is good, very cold and fresh. And the $125 steak is good but still waaay overpriced. Good ambience/atmosphere/view. My mahi mahi didn't even taste like mahi and was WAY overcooked. Everyone else in our party (8 people) said their food was either soso or bad. Total bill for 8 WITHOUT wine: $800. I had a way better meal the next day at Kimo's in Lahaina for $15/person. Skip it - there are better places.
(1)Steve O.
Great service, great food, pretty decor. Pricey but you knew this going in.
(5)Derek M.
Wonderful dining experience. Steamed Opakapaka was excellent. Big Eye Ahi Tartare was good. Service was great too- even had spot remover handy when my father in-law dribbled some sauce on his shirt!
(5)Nancy G.
I don't give 5 stars out easily, but our experience here was phenomenal. We even had a celebrity sighting; Shawn Wayans. I had a dish (Thai style curry with fish) that was easily one of the best things I've ever eaten in my life! (that is a bold statement, I know) the wait staff is attentive but not overbearing. They're very down to earth, no snobby as you might expect. Pretty pricey though, but you're in Maui, you knew this already!
(5)Ilana M.
The food here is nice and the ambience is very lively. But, for the amount they charge for each dish, you would expect pretty much perfection and I didn't find it here. My fish dish was overly salty and, while there were tons of waiters running around, we still had to ask twice for more water and iced tea. The chef's tasting item, or 'amuse bouche' was dropped onto our table with no explanation as an an after thought. Granted they did try to correct the situation once we complained but it not something I would have expected to begin with...
(3)erica m.
We just got into Maui yesterday and wanted a nice low key evening. We decided to return to one of our favorite places for a cocktail and appetizer; Spago in the Four Season's Resort. We had a couple of drinks and one of our favorite appetizers of all time. The Miso cones. Out of this world yummy! A perfect blend of a little spice, sweetness and smooth ahi sashimi. The appetizer is their signature starter that is served in sesame cones, filled with ahi sashimi, a touch of onion, topped with tobiko and a few sprouts. Presentation and flavors are the best in our opinion. The Miso Cones alone deserve 5 stars. We also had the seafood rissotto. Although good, the flavors were very soft and nothing that 'wowed" us. Yes, the price and quality is what you expect from Four Season's. The grounds and lobby bar are our favorite place to have a drink and soak in the relaxing surroundings. You can't beat this place and the Miso Cones. A must while in Wailea.
(4)Martine S.
Incredible food, stunning atmosphere, fabulous service. Perfect!
(5)Miriam W.
Pretty good. It would have been 3 stars but the quality of food, and the service from my water, were great. The hostess are those snooty girls who think they're special for having the door. They'll judge anyone who doesn't look a certain way. They reminded of LA girls, actually ... Basically if you're not white, and dressed in resort wear, they may give you pointed looks or be particularly disinterested in talking to you/dealing with you (even if you have a reservation). So then I got seated on the balcony - because I asked. It was an off/on sprinkly shower day. Evening was falling. Rather than seating me in toward the restaurant, she sat me at the edge. I commented 2x to my waiter re: the rain and need to move and he earnestly said they'd take care of me if anything happened, but during the meal there were at least 2-3 strong gusts, all of which would have have warranted moving me. I guess this was partly mine and their fault so I'm letting it slide but I found it all kind of weird. By the time it was obvious maybe they should move people in the inner areas were filled. Anyway so the food! Good wine, strong cocktails, agree the bread is very good. I had a fish dish of some sort, was trying to eat healthy - it wasn't amazing, but it was good. I had the trio of chocolate, which was very good. Pricing is of course a lot. I think the Wolfgang Puck name really lost it's lustre once it hit 2000, ie, he hit his zenith in the 90s. The other thing is when you have a chain you'll of course pay more attention to some restaurants than others and for whatever reason Puck apparently keeps an eye on this one, probably because it's so visible, high end, etc., and maybe he lives in Maui or has a house or vacations there a lot or something ... Anyhoo, definitely eat here at least once if you're staying in the resort or nearby in Wailea. Otherwise ... I don't think it's really worth a trek to if you're up by Kahului or Paia, etc.
(4)Su-Lynn T.
I really wanted to like Spago a lot more than I did. We went here on our 2nd day in Maui and wanted a nice splurge meal. We did a lot of research and I decided on Spago because I perused their menu online and it looked pretty good. However, when I got there, the dish I wanted, the deep fried whole Moi fish, was not available. Too bad. The hubs decided he wanted to do the tasting menu, and he rarely, if ever, does a tasting menu so I jumped on the opportunity. I honestly didn't really see what was on the tasting so that could have been why I did not enjoy the food that much. Service, however, was excellent and that is why I gave more than 2 stars. We started off with the Ahi tuna poke "cones" which is their signature appetizer. This was pretty good. It was seasoned well, and the cones had a nice sweet sesame flavor. However the next 2 courses featured Ahi as well, which I thought was kind of strange. They were not bad dishes, but I think I was bored of ahi at that point. We also had a seafood risotto which was decent, in a creamy tomato seafood broth. The entree portion, which was ahi (again) and mahi mahi - didn't taste that great. The sauces on both were too cloyingly sweet, and overpowered both fishes. We also had lamb, which was much better, but I thought my lamb was cut a bit too thick resulting in a slightly tougher filet. But it was still good. Dessert was probably the highlight - an island style milkshake in a mini shot glass, and molten chocolate cake, which you can never go wrong with and their version was made very well. They even wrote "Happy Anniversary" on our plates! Once again, the service was wonderful, but it's too bad we did not enjoy the tasting menu as much as we would have liked. Maybe if I ordered off the menu, I might have been happier with the food. It is also quite pricey for the tasting, at 135pp. However, the ambiance and view at the Four Seasons is really the main draw here, and we had a wonderful time enjoying the sunset views.
(3)Charlie P.
WAAAYYYYY Overpriced. I went on my honeymoon, and although I wouldn't have traded the overall experience for anything in the world, this place was ridiculously overpriced. I later found the bottle of wine that I ordered for 1/4 of the price I paid at Spago!! The food was pretty good, but not worth the money. My wife ordered a corn risotto as a starter and that ended up being the best part of the meal, better than my salty overpriced fish, and slightly better than her pork chops (which were pretty good). I think you're really paying for the view (they are known for having a great sunset) and the service (which I will say was good). If you're just looking for a good meal and don't care about ambiance, I wouldn't recommend this place.
(3)Austin J.
The food is excellent and the service is world class. Portions are relatively small compared to the highly inflated cost.
(4)Bryan B.
Pretty much what I had expected. Excellent food. Excellent service. Small portions. Upscale and slightly pretentious atmosphere. Expensive. $$$$ Food really was fantastic. I had the grilled lamb chops while everyone else had fish. We all loved our entrees. And due to the small serving size, we had room for dessert. Funny how that works. WOW! Bananas foster souffle, molten chocolate cake.... pretty much amazing. Note I said expensive, not overpriced. Overpriced would be Mama's Fish House. They do offer Kama'aina discount for residents which is a definite plus.
(5)K A.
Compared to the dining experience at Spago in Vegas, this one was certainly more memorable, mainly due to the awesome location. The restaurant is situated on the second floor of the Four Seasons Resort with a wonderful view of the ocean. It's a great place for a romantic dinner. Service is attentive, though somewhat lacking in experience. Food is tasty, but a bit on the pricey side. Wine list was pretty decent.
(4)Lulu L.
Great! The tuna cones were unique and yummy! Loved the tomato salad as well.
(5)Sarah T.
Really top-notch cuisine. The space and ambiance is really fantastic as well. I would suggest making a reservation for the balcony so you can over look the ocean when you dine. Everyone here is really professional without being snooty, if you know what I mean. Our hostess for the night tried sitting us literally right in the entrance, and we kindly asked to be seated somewhere else and she apologized and sat us at a better table. As for the food, anything you order will be fantastic. Spago's Wailea definitely has some amazing chef's, nothing short of what you would expect. A little on the pricey side, but I could argue that you're paying for what you get.
(4)Marc P.
We went to dinner here, since we found out they had a $49 fixed dinner menu. First off, they seated us outside with a great view during sunset. Back to the dinner... They started us of with a complimentary cream of mushroom soup. The fixed menu came with a choice of tomato and hearts of palm salad or tomato risotto. A choice of seared mahi mahi served "Thai style" served with bakchoy and mushroom or caramelized pork chop w/ Maui mango and papaya for the entree. And desert was either sticky toffee cake topped with a sorbet or chocolate lava cake........ I went with the salad, mahi mahi and toffee cake. We also had a bottle of 2009 Don Miguel Gascon Malbec from Argentina. The wine was definitely a great choice to go with dinner. We typically don't like to spend a whole lot on wine, so we went with our friend's wine selection method. Review the wine list and look for the type of wine you like, then pick the 2nd least expensive of that kind of wine. Yeah it may not sound like the best way to select your choice of wine, but it certainly has worked for us. Oh yes, they also provide a very nice selection of different types of bread. Overall, the dinner was definitely a treat for the price. I personally would think twice if there wasn't the fixed dinner price. Our waiter was great and very personable, and he was from Argentina. The other server was very attentive to us as well and kept our water glasses filled. This was a great dinner.
(5)Leigha T.
If you want to feel like a princess (or prince) for the course of your dinner, go here! The food was amazing, but we just felt to taken care of. And we aren't used to that, but definitely could get used to it real quick. Just a great experience overall. The sunset was an event, the toffee dessert was indulgent, salty - sweet combo that I still am dreaming about. And the sun soaked deck was a memory that I'll never forget.... get the toffee dessert!
(5)Charles M.
AMAZING! I don't usually start off my reviews with only one word but Spago is just that special. From start to finish, all of my meals here have been worth writing home about. The atmosphere is wonderful, the view is breath taking, the service is more than friendly and knowledgeable. But here is the secret to Spago: GET THE AHI TUNA CONES I'm going to say this again in case you didn't catch it the first time: !*!*!*!*!*GET THE AHI TUNA CONES*!*!*!*!*! Even though the entire dinner of every dinner I have eaten here has been mind blowing, I can never remember what I got for the main course because those Ahi Tuna Cones are soooo damn good! I have yet to find a negative aspect of Spago and I have yet to take a trip to Maui (I've been well over 15 times) where I do not eat at Spago. I would recommend this place to anyone with enough money to enjoy Spago's amazing cuisine, service, and atmosphere.
(5)Chad K.
Romance was in the air! The outdoor seating offered postcard sunset views and the ambiance and service were par excellence. I wish I could say the same about the food. It was very good, but in that range I expect more originality and excitement from the menu. Fortunate for me, my company was divine. sloppy and unoriginal. if your form LA of SF - don't bother.
(2)Mr T.
Spago in Maui!!! Yep, this is a great restaurant. My wife was highly impressed and the food/service were amazing. You will spend some money here, but it is a 5 star dinner with an amazing view if you get the good seats.
(5)D. E.
My favorite restaurant on my trip to Maui! Food was amazing. Drinks weren't typical sugary-syrup stuff and they used fresh ingredients. Service was excellent. Kids prices are actually great! I think they charged $9 per kid (good for Hawaii) and they had a fish option for the kids instead of the typical unhealthy junk most places offer. They even knew not to touch water pitchers to glasses (so you don't spread sickness), so management seems to train the staff well. We made a reservation to go back, and unfortunately we had to cancel just a few hours before because we were late driving back from Hana and had no cell service there. Now here was the true test because they weren't making a sale; let me say that they were incredibly gracious with our cancelation request. Our only complaint is that the staff was busy and so occasionally it took a few extra minutes to get something, but they were very polite about any delays. Great restaurant!
(5)Troy L.
Spent like $225 for two of us, which was our most expensive dinner we had (and we went to other good places). But it was no better than Sarentos or other places, which were slightly cheaper. View was great. Overall, about average. If you stay there or nearby, go there. But don't go out of your way. Wish i would have tried that restaurant below (Duo) instead.
(3)Leslie V.
NOT WORTH THE MONEY OR HYPE, go to David Paul's or Mama's instead! It was my birthday and we had reservations for 8pm. We arrived on time and were told there would be a 10 min wait, no big deal. We ordered a drink at the bar and quickly we seated right after. The service started nicely, but we were in for a surprise! They already knew it was my birthday since it was mentioned when the reservations were made. Besides that, it ha been a long day and we were clearly sleepy. I had the ahi poke cones which were fantastic and my mother had the walu, which was also good. We noticed the inside crowd thinning out and many of the outside tables started to finish up. I asked the waiter to bring 1 glass of Chardonnay to pair with my dinner because I didn't want to get more sleepy by drinking a lot. We waited a while for our entrees and when they finally came, my wine still hadn't come. I waited a bit longer before waiving them over he told me he forgot about the wine and I said I didn't want to eat my entire entree without enjoying the wine w/it; I also didn't want to wait longer and have it get cold! I had the crab stuffed mahi mahi and for $45 it was dry and lacked any creativity. My mom had the opakapaka curry dish, which was better, but like licking up sea salt! Seriously? I was so excited to eat here because I'm a foodie, and this is what we got? Then, as we are getting more sleepy, they finally clear our dishes and we order coffee and dessert. The waiter even commented on how sleepy we looked! I normally skip dessert but since it was birthday I decided on the banana split! Go big, or go home! We must've waited more than 25 minutes before it came and had 2 coffee refills from the assistant. How long does it take to slop bananas and some sorbet on a dish? It finally arrived, we ate it and waited to ask for the check since we were crashing. The waiter didn't come back! After sitting there another 20 minutes I decides, to hell with it, went up to the bar and asked for the check. They apologized, but didn't really seem to care. I can understand missing the mark on one dish and even waiting a bit for service, but when the restaurant is half full for dinner service and you know it's someones birthday, the multiple offenses are just unacceptable for the cost. Needless to say, my tip reflected that!
(1)Heidi C.
Beautiful and Inventive food at the Four Seasons Maui. Try to get a table on the outside porch, because although the inner room has a nice loungey vibe, there's nothing like the ambiance of sitting outside with a gentle Hawaiian breeze and the view of FS' pool and gardens. I ate here twice during my stay and both times were very good. We had the famous ahi tuna cones (delicious!) a variety of salads and for my entree I tried the Whole Fried Moi which was delicious - flaky and flavorful, and another night I had a fish special. Husband tried the Mahi Mahi and another night the Lobster entree. Service is attentive and friendly, we got great recommendations and delicious wine.
(4)ann t.
It's been a month and I'm still wishing I could go back for dinner. Nice jobs!! Worth every penny. Who orders a steak on an island?
(5)F M.
Have dined here at least a half a dozen times, but my last meal was a major disappointment. Sent back the fish because the fish-o-filet at McDonalds is generally more tasty. Also, the staff seemed to be very unorganized, but was apologetic for the kitchen errors. My advice would be stay away or indulge heavily in the wine before the entree is served.
(2)Lindsay Z.
I have had many meals here over the years, and I just had a FABULOUS meal here the other night, and it's not just because Wolfgang was there and shook hands with us (as well as everyone else at the restaurant). We arrived about an hour and a half early for our 9pm reservation, and told the hostess we'd be enjoying cocktails in the bar and to seat us whenever a table opened up. We were able to get a table at about 8pm. Not bad at all. My favorite cocktail here is the Wo Fat, which is like a mojito, except it's made with Bacardi O. So good! Other drinks are delicious too, and all are quite strong. Once at our table, our waiter, Danny, quickly came over to introduce himself. Throughout the meal he was great, both when it came to service and for conversation. We really enjoyed having him as our waiter and I would certainly try to get seated in his section again! I know lots of people watch their carb intake, but don't turn down the bread when they come to your table. My favorites are the olive bread and the Maui onion foccacia, but the sourdough and those little crisp things are delicious as well. I also love how they serve sweet butter but put a little bit of Hawaiian salt on the top. Yum! For appetizers, my recommendations would be: Ahi Cones, Sweet & Sour Lettuce Wraps, or the Kula Tomatoes with three different cheeses. Currently the Lettuce Cups are off the menu because they are doing a special truffle thing, but I was told they will return once truffle season is over. I sure hope they do, they're delicious! For entrees, Danny told us that the Red Curry was probably the best curry he'd ever had. One of my friend ordered it, and we all tasted it, and we agreed - the best red curry ever! I usually stick with the Onaga that comes with Lobster Truffled Mashed Potatoes, but on this night I think the Red Curry and my other friend's Monchong won out. When it comes to dessert, there is only one thing on the menu for me, and that's the Warm Chocolate Cake. It's melted in the middle, and though they serve it with Kona Coffee ice cream I always ask for vanilla instead. They used to have a Pineapple Upside Down Cake that my dad was in love with, but it seems to have been replaced by a Mango Upside Down Cake. Spago is certainly an expensive meal (apps are about $20 and entrees approach $50) but I try to go once when I'm on the island, as it is a great special occasion/celebration/vacation restaurant.
(5)Linh L.
I would give it 4 stars if: 1. I didn't get a stare down by the hostess for not dressing up. 2. The pole didn't block my view of the ocean. 3. The food was cheaper.
(3)Alexis R.
We were staying at the Four Seasons, so we tried Spago on our second night. We are from the east coast, so we hadn't been to Spago before. Well, it was really a disappointment! I ordered a glass of Pinot Grigio from the Loire, which the waiter recommended. Well, it actually tasted salty! Gross! Our entrees were OK, nothing to write home about. Save your money and go to elsewhere. Although my husband did enjoy his corn chowder.
(3)Narendra R.
Have been a few times now and this place is always delicious.
(5)Izzy d.
Food was absurd!! Tina poke in sesame cones and chili!!! Nice wine list including some aged cabernets (we had a 1997 Montelena). Service was excellent. Mateo took great care of us. Great views and surprisingly quiet.
(5)Sandi D.
Loved Spago Vegas & Bev Hills No Love for Maui Spago In Mel and I glide....glammed in our Wedding Attire...yes, post " I DO 's " on the beach at Sunset -- (OMG how Romantic !!!) into Spago we go for our Wedding Dinner. We chose Spago since we're staying here at the FS, and we had already eaten at the other 2 restaurants, which were excellent, but weren't "Spago"..... that's what we thought, at the time. If I had a do - over, I'd pick Mama's Fish House, or the semi - private dining cabana at the Fairmont. So why the hating on the Maui Spago -- Let me count the ways. #1. Our dud of a waiter -- no personality, no common sense -- Never offered us any congratulatory ...anything. You would think a glass of champagne would be in order..... OK, every other table was dropping by and having a glass of bubbly with us -- then at least offer desert.....Like I said...DUD #2. The fish was DRY. So Dry. Arid Dry. Dud waiter sells us on the "Whole Fish For 2"...tells us how rare it is, and perfect for 2 people who like fish, as it's some whole fish they only get in a few times a year, flash fried in it's skin, served with head and tail. Flash Fried -- more like PETRI- FRIED. (Get it -- Ok, bad pun-sorry) It would have been terrific if they just didn't overcook it, but they did. We barely ate it, maybe 1/3 -- you would think our waiter would question it-- Nope -- like I said, Dud !!! By that time we were really drunk, and having a great time with our new friends, so our minds weren't on the food, so all was good, but I don't want you guys to have a Meh Dinner...so my advise is: Either Don't Order the Fish OR Tell them to UnderCook the Fish -- maybe it will come out moist for you. Oh, and there is no view -- other then the sky and of the FS --if you want view..go to the Italian Restaurant, Ferraro's -- now that's a view --it's right on the beach. Has live music as well, Very Romantic !!
(2)Gen K.
Delicious Opakapaka "Hong-Kong" style. Our waiter who served us bread and water was excellent. Very sweet French man~ We requested outdoor seating and had a nice view & enjoyed the ambience. Great Ka'aimana discount! 50% off 1 entree with 1 HI ID or buy 1 get 1 entree free for 2 HI IDs! (my only concern is that with the Ka'aimana discount, our waitress said that they automatically put an 18% tip, when in actuality, it was a 25% tip...) Overall, nice place for a special dinner.
(4)Mattthe M.
Atmosphere at any restaurant on the island cannot compete with Spago. Great looking place - they really paid attention to the details. Bar is a great place to grab a cocktail before dining - very inviting. Food is tremendous. Wine list an A. Service very friendly and knowledgeable. This is a must stop if you are in the area.
(5)April B.
Had the lettuce cups and their Thai red curry (both containing the fish of the day: onaga[?]) and it was yuuuummmmyyyy. I've been on Maui for a week now and everyday I've been having my meals with steamed jasmine rice. I just can't get enough of that fluffy, white, steaming jasmine rice and it was just absolutely scrumptious with the curry. It was "broke da mouth, brah"! I enjoyed last night's dinner so much that I booked another dinner reservation for tomorrow night.
(5)Mimi G.
The setting of Spago is beyond words amazing. The room is beautifully styled and our group of four was seated at the outside corner table which made us feel like we were on the bow of a ship on a beautiful calm night. I was really looking forward to this dinner. My first concern was when I saw fresh Hawaiian Opakapaka on the menu. This fish is out of season in Hawaii and illegal to catch or sell. When we asked the waiter where the fish was really from he said that they bought fish directly from fishermen and it was legal to catch and sell up to five fish. This is not true, which means that either there are some Maui fishermen committing a federal offense or the fish is not from Hawaii--I suspect the later. I ordered the Mahimahi, which is plentiful in Hawaii and always legal to catch. I specifically asked that the fish not be prepared well done. My first thought when the fish arrived was that the piece was about the size of the amount of fish I would have fed the cat, my second thought was that it looked over cooked. It was so badly overcooked and dry that I could not finish my feline sized piece of fish. Normally I would have sent the fish back, but we were with another couple and I did not want to spoil the ambience of the table. My husband had the pork chop and he said it was good. We ordered desert, which was fine, not memorable and coffee. The dessert arrived, the wait staff disappeared and we waited. After about 15 minutes the manager came by, I believe so that we could tell him how great the evening had been, we told him that we had been waiting a very long time for the coffee and would like to have it with the dessert. He said he would take care of it right away and rushed off. About five minutes later coffee arrived. The other couple had expresso and claimed it to be good. My husband declared his coffee to be undrinkable. I tasted it and it was indeed undrinkable--barely luke warm and tasting like it was left over from breakfast. I manager returned, again expecting praise, and my husband who was at this point beginning to get a little irritated demanded that the manager taste the coffee, he declined and eventually a new hot cup arrived. Even if this had not been a very expensive dinner, we would have been very disappointed. If it had just been the problem with the fish it would hot have been a big deal, but the combination of the fish and the fact that the service dwindled as the evening progressed made for a very disappointing evening.
(2)Kevin M.
The food here is fantastic! The tuna tartare cones are wonderful, and the fish was exquisitely prepared. Even the chicken was great. We had the $49.95 fixed price menu, and loved it. The only problem was that there were high winds the night we were there, and despite wearing my jacket, it was pretty uncomfortable by the end. On a calm, warm evening this would be dining heaven!
(4)Mindi G.
It's hard to say something that hasn't already been said. I'm a regular Maui visitor and I eat at Spago every time (sometimes twice). Given the high prices, I wish I could find some reason not to! But, the sashimi melts in your mouth and is incredibly fresh every time. The flavors are always harmonious and creative. The menu changes a bit, but many of the items are always there. The only knock against Spago is that, when busy, it can be quite noisy and difficult to hold a conversation. I was also there on a holiday weekend one time when they seemed understaffed, so the service was much slower than usual. Stick to non-holidays and weeknights if these kinds of things are problematic for you.
(5)Catherine D.
Had reservations months in advance for my last night on Maui. Perfect choice ! Wonderful experience made even better by the staff. Had the great sushi appetizer cones and then the fantastic whole Opakapaka which was deep fried and perfectly prepared then fileted at my table. Delicious breads were served along with drinks recommended by the terrirific waitress, Nicole..... Mahalo again for excellent service ! Perfect table location, great wine selection and flavorful food. My last night on Maui was perfect and made up for the huge disappointment at the Fairmont Kea Lani which I do not recommend ! This was not only delicious but totally enjoyable with great staff and service. Mahalo, I plan to return very soon. I am a real Foodie from New Orleans so I know good food !
(5)susan b.
loves spagos at the 4 seasons maui - great food/service - expensive - but worth it
(5)PK A.
By far one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. Great for special occasions. If you're seated outside, make sure you get a seat facing the ocean; the sunsets are amazing.
(5)Kellie G.
YES!!!!! This is by far the BEST meal I've had in a long time. Chef Cam...you are amazing!!!!! Beautiful views, wonderful service and the most delicious seafood treats ever. I LOVED it!!!!!! We went Valentine's weekend and enjoyed a romantic table with views of Wailea beach. The Ahi Cones, butterfish, salmon, pork chops....everything was so incredibly delicious, I wanted to keep eating the entire night!!!!! I LOVE Spago and can't wait to go back and enjoy the delicious meals served up by Chef Cam.....
(5)Alexandra P.
My Old Job - so maybe I am a little biases. The room is beautiful. How I miss getting to gaze out at the sunset everyday at work. The flash cocktail with the muddled raspberry is so yummy and possibly the best steak on the island. A little hidden secret, they have Kamaaina night every night. 2 for 1 entree with 2 valid HI Driver licenses. So now your honey has no excuse not to bring you.
(4)Chloe H.
went there on the last evening of our trip. quality is top notch....breathtaking views....i got the pork chop which was just a-ok....excellent service...
(3)Nicole W.
Went here on our 1 year wedding anniversary. Sat outside on the veranda. The views were amazing. I had a Thai curry fish dish that was orgasmic. I really enjoyed the setting and the service.
(4)Dan D.
Some of the best food we've ever eaten and the service was superb! They bent over backwards to adapt their food for vegetarians. The Maui onion foccacia and tomato salad were killer! Yes it's expensive but worth it and the views are incredible. Make reservations ahead and get an outdoor table with a view.
(5)Monique C.
I like spagos....A LOT! It' s hard to find a place in Maui that is open past 9pm for dinner (thier open till 9:30). Anyways it's beautiful in there. The decor is kinda a flowy orange and red, along with huge blown up pictures of sea anemones and urchins. The bread arrangement they offer to you when you're seated is awesome! So many to choose from. Food prices aren't actually that bad, and bonus it your local its buy one entree get one free! I usually order the pork chops with the Molokai purple potatoes~ yummy...my mouths drooling already:)
(5)Sara C.
Now this is how it should be done. My husband and I ate there last night and we had such an amazing time. Service was extraordinary and the food was fantastic. You absolutely must try the loco moco appetizer. It was literally the best thing we have ever had. We plan on going back one more time before leaving Maui now just to have this appetizer. It is that good. My husband ordered the lamb and he said it was &$@/& awesome. Enough said. He ate the rest this morning for breakfast. I ordered the Thai seafood with red curry and it was delicious. A little spicy for more sensitive palates but still really tasty. I love the variety of the sauces that come with it so you can adjust the flavors as you'd like. The variety of breads to choose from was a plus. And the cookies they gave us at the end for our anniversary were a perfect ending to the meal. We left with full bellies and huge smiles. Great job and exactly what we were hoping for.
(5)Mike C.
i'm not the most experienced fine dining patron, but Spago was the best place i've ever been to, hands down...but that's what is expected with a restaurant of this caliber. everything was outstanding; great service at all levels from we were greeted and seated, then with the waitstaff, servers and bussers, to when we left. the food speaks for itself; fresh ingredients, seasoned and cooked to damn near perfection all the way around from apps, entrees (ahi tuna) to the dessert (austrian crepe). for me, it's what fine dining is all about.
(5)Pamela M.
My fav restaurant. We ate here almost every night on our honeymoon. The tasting menu is the best! They change it up so don't worry about getting bored. Come with an appetite because it's a lot of courses and everything is so delicous that you just can't stop eating! The ocean views are beautiful. You'll also probably see some celebs, we saw the governator (arnold schwarzanegger) and his family and also britney spears on our last visit.
(5)Jun W.
My girlfriend and I came here for our 1 yr anniversary. Dining here was a wonderful experience. We ordered the tuna for appetizer. That was the first time I had real wasabi. They shave it from the actual root. Way better tasting than the paste. I ordered the lamb, ummm, love the lamb. Flavor was perfect, a nice sear on the outside and pink in the center. Expect to drop a pretty penny here. Eat slow and enjoy the view.
(4)steve b.
We have a Spago's in Palo Alto which is a bit tired so I tried this one with trepidation even though we were staying in the hotel. Surprise - great meal, great service (attentive but transparent) great sunset. Still ridiculously overpriced but it matches the room rates.
(5)L A.
great atmosphere and view. food is pricy but worth it. service was fantastic. I took my 5 year old and 2 year old and they did just fine too. There are lots of families with children in this rest. would def. go back again
(5)Mrs. T.
My Husband and I dinned at Spago tonight and it was phenomenal! From the hostess greeting to being seated right away and before our reservation time they took care of us from the start. Onolani was our server and was very very informal. She answered all of our questions confidently and suggested the most savory items as well. The Sommelier Luke came to help us select a wonderful wine. The Northstar Merlot was a stellar compliment to our Lamb and Rib Chop. Luke even informed us about the island and things we should experience before we leave. Overall it was a wonderful experience that left us feeling we had to come back before we leave Maui! Highly Recommended.
(5)Danforth Ridgewell Rutherford V.
Pretentious overpriced crap. Bring some arm candy.
(1)Britney C.
Not really impressed and there are much better food and vew options for the money. (See my review on Capische). I got the goat cheese and heirloom tomato salad for starters and it was ok. I got a forgetable appetzer for my dinner. My husband got the fish curry, and again just ok. The best thing I can remember was the maui onion bread that came before dinner, it was really good. But I don't enjoy paying $200+ for really good bread.
(3)Jon N.
Spago Maui offers inventive, first-rate cuisine and dining experience, at stupendous prices. We have been there three times over our past two visits, and never been disappointed. Service is constant, friendly, almost excessive. Fish is perfectly prepared, sashimi totally fresh. Two-tops at balcony edge fill fast, offer spectacular view of Four Seasons beach before dark. Spago is even OK for kids if you can stand the price.
(5)Rob C.
Just about as good as it gets. Great service, great ambiance, and the chef really delivers. The caprese salad, the bread, the ahi tuna cones, all were just a setup for the first rate main dishes. My seafood curry dish was outstanding. I can't remember the last time I went out to dinner and every single dish we ordered was an A....next trip to Maui, Spago is at the top of the list.
(5)Nick T.
There simply cannot be a better restaurant on Maui. It's on Four Seasons property but not run by the hotel. The food is fantastic and the ocean views are amazing. Ask for table 52 if you can get it. Best seat in the house. The Ahi cones are a masterpiece and a must have. The wagu steak at $140 is a bit pricey but totally worth it. I eat my steak rare but I would suggest asking for this particular steak rare +1 because its soooo marvelously marbled.
(5)Debbie B.
We went to Spago in Wailea last night for our 31st Wedding Anniversary. Our reservations were at 5:30 pm. We ordered from the prix fixe menu. My husband selected the salad and swordfish. I selected the risotto and salmon. We both selected the molten chocolate cake with coffee ice cream. We also both selected the wine paring. Our evening could not have been more enjoyable, and the food was fantastic. Our server, Andy, was attentive and thorough in his recommendations. We loved the breads served, and both had second helpings (I especially liked the sweet maui onion bread and my husband's favorite was the olive bread). Our water glasses were constantly filled. The quality and quantity of food was outstanding. I had been reading reviews and was apprehensive about the portions being rather light. This was not the case. Our leisurely dinner last until about 8:30 pm. We felt neither rushed or too lengthy. The table we were given was in the middle of the window overlooking the infinity pool area. We preferred to dine inside because the wind was too strong in the patio area. The staff opened up the window in front of us, and the breeze was refreshing, but not too strong. What a beautiful experience. We can't say enough about the service, food and environment. All plusses!
(5)Tawn N.
I was really disappointed with Spago. First, the service was not helpful there was one person with a food allergy in our party and our server told us there was nothing they can do for us and suggested we check with one of the other Four Seasons restaurant. We ordered a meal from the Four Season's and had a couple of managers came over to give us updates and to tell us that they changed the oil to make sure there were no cross contamination. (The Four Season's Resort ROCKED!!!!!) Now back to the horrendous service and our food at Spago. The only good thing about Spago was the view and the bread. The view can also be had at any of the other resorts in Wailea. There were six in our party and four did not enjoyed their food. After waiting 1.5 hours for our food, the Mahi Mahi came out at room temperature. The Snapper dish was spicy even though the server assured us that it was not. The Organic Chicken dish was bland. Does the chef believe in spices? The curry dish was good and on par with the expectations of how food should taste at a restaurant of this caliber. We will not come back to Spago on future visits but will go to other restaurants that have consistent service and quality like Mama's Fish House in Paia and the newly open Malu at the Marriott.
(2)Ligaya T.
spago was opened in 2001 by wolfgang puck, so its obviously delicious and expensive. as the first puck restaurant i visited i was very impressed. every aspect blended the materials, colors or tastes of hawaii with classic design and flavors. the decor was sophisticated but simple (as was the rest of the four seasons) and the views of the ocean were amazing. i went went with a bunch of twenty-somethings and everyone was surprisingly polite and attentive. they even let me take my pretty ebony chopsticks home. i was blown away by the presentation of the dishes. the ahi tuna cones precariously balanced in their stands, sauces swirled on dishes, colors contrasting and blending. everything tasted fantastic, of course. the scallops were expertly browned and came with a delicious garlic-pepper sauce. pair it with a nice wine and you will be in ecstacy. the crowd was a bit older than us, but i suppose that is to be expected at a more pricy establishment. thinking back, i feel like the dishes could be more innovative, but considering the clientele, spago's formula will no doubt maintain its success.
(4)David B.
Overall, this is one of the most disappointing fine-dining experiences I have ever had. (4/8/09) Yes, the view is beautiful - especially at sunset. However, the parking for non-residents is not close by the hotel entrance. The menu lacks variety and the night we were there, no one was having any fun because the restaurant lacks ambiance. We (privately) nicknamed our female server "Waitron" because she was so robotic. Throughout the evening she spoke to us in an almost surreal way - as if she were auditioning for a part in Pride & Prejudice. She clearly does not understand the meaning of genuine hospitality and while she was relatively efficient and attentive, she did not extend herself to engage the table in any way. Maybe that's what Spago's regular clientele expects and if so, that's one of the reasons I won't ever eat at a Spago again. The young lady that served the bread and water, however, was delightful, efficient and attentive. Speaking of the bread, while the Maui Onion foccacio is delicious, I think it's hilarious that so many other reviewers chose to highlight the bread as worthy of rave reviews......it's bread! One of us ordered a Mai Tai, which had too much lime juice. He told the server and she took it to back the bar. When she returned she re-presented the same drink and said the bartender had added pineapple and it should be fine! Our group was very pleased with the appetizers (mine was an amazing lobster risotto). Unfortunately, not one of us was satisfied with our entree. I ordered the caramelized pork chop with Maui pineapple & papaya which was accompanied by baby bok choy and Maui sweet potato puree. While the chop was fine, the sauce was nauseatingly sweet. The wine, dessert and coffee were all pricey but right in line with what you would expect from a restaurant of this caliber. At one point during our meal a person we later determined was a manager/supervisor passed by our table and said he hoped everything was fine as he glided past. At a fine dining restaurant, I would fully expect a manager to introduce him/herself, ask how everything is and wait for a response before moving on. Our bill was incorrect as a manager had inadvertently added an automatic gratuity from another table, which did not show up on the itemized bill. We realized the error, however it took the server a long time to verify what had happened before rectifying the error. So, although she could see that we had been over-charged we had to wait for her to figure out the reason why and then fix it. I'm with Andrea R. If you want a dinner you'll never forget on Maui, go to Mama's Fish House. P.S. I forwarded my review to Spago and I did receive a prompt email acknowledgement from each of two executives. They did not specifically address any of the issues we encountered but did offer to call me to discuss them if I were to provide a phone number. I don't see any point but I do hope they can take the criticism on board. I guess at the end of the day, it's just one opinion.
(2)Bob B.
Nice sunset view at the Four Seasons, Maui. Overpriced. Decent food. Good service. That says it all.
(3)Connie O.
Perfect setting for upscale dining . A little noisy, but fun people watching.
(3)Mariana L.
Amazing meal. Every dish was a winner. The crabcake starter was a favorite among the 5 guests who ordered it. My father's mon chong, he said the best fish he has ever had, (and my sister exclaimed, "and wow, you're old!"). I had a very rich lamb chop main course. My Hubby's curry seafood dish was too spicy for his taste, but still good. Our table ended the night sampling every single dessert on the menu. Nuts? Yes. But it was amazing. My favorite was the coffee cheesecake, while my mother's was the banana crepe. We had to take the cookies home, (not exactly a bad thing). Jonathan and Jacques made the night special.
(5)Jesse O.
Love this place! Wifey and I dropped in on a Sunday night with no reservation. Food was great, service was great...not a single complaint.
(5)Kepa D.
Spago. Big name, tough to live up to, but they generally did a very solid job. Decor is a bit odd, but the whole resort is an odd combination of different design elements and styles so that shouldn't be a surprise. Our server was very good. Great personality, attentive but not intrusive. We split several appetizers (the yuzu tomato sorbet was very interesting) and moved to the free range chicken for dinner. All dishes were well prepared, balanced and tasty. Nothing gave us the WOW factor after our steak at DUO the night before, but Spago was good. The Hana mint tea is nice local touch for after dinner.
(4)Courtney F.
food and service were delicious - drinks were awesome! Expect to pay top prices, obviously, but this was some of the better food on the Island aside from Capische.
(4)Daniel R.
My wife and visited Maui for a conference. Our last night I took her to here for dinner. Absolutely excellent. Service was excellent. The staff were always right on our progress. Made me feel very important. Not rushed. And good suggestions. Food was excellent. The view before sundown was spectacular. But of course it's Maui. Wonderful experience
(5)Chad C.
I'm not sure I've had a meal that included a better view. I have had better meals however and many of them for a fraction of the price. I've had a handful of meals more costly than this one, but they were all considerably better. The service at Spagos is exceptional however. They are attentive and friendly. Even if the money weren't a consideration, I would recommend Roy's over this place. It's hard to beat the Four Seasons in Maui, but location and service aside, I don't think the food at Spagos is as exceptional as it should be.
(4)Janet O.
There's a few awesome choices in Maui for dining. In two weeks we basically hopped from one restaurant to another. Spago was an easy choice. Known for being a romantic destination for dining. The setting sun on the horizon was priceless. Although I can say the same thing for the food and service. The staff here are well suited for the type of people that visit Spago. Nothing but the best. Spago is a very classy spot. It is inside the Four Seasons Hotel. That should give you a hint on what to look forward to. Pure attention on what you want and how you want it. I started with a cocktail called Hot Legs. It's one of their cocktails with cool really catchy names. It's Ocean Vodka, Guava and Lemongrass Ginger. Delicious. $17. Our Starter was this Spicy Ahi "Poke"in Sesame. $26. This ahi poke was very nice to look at. It came in an edible cone. The ahi poke itself was puréed and the consistency was almost ice cream like. Perfect match to the cone. For my entree I had the Roasted Local Monchong with Green Thai Curry. $45. Ginger, Lemongrass, Thai Basil, Lime Leaf, Wild Ramps, Snow Peas and Baby Carrots. The meat on this fish is so white. Thick and prepared well. Juicy. For Dessert we shared the Upcountry Banana Cream Pie. $16. Puff Pastry, Bananas, Creme Brûlée, Creme Fraîche, Whipped Cream and Chocolate Sauce. This is something new to me. Something different I guess owing to the fact that I don't see the creme brûlée . Although you'll know it's there when you try to cut the pie with your spoon to serve yourself, it's crunchy and cold. It's different but very good. Lovely surroundings and perfect sunset view. The outside was unsually cold and windy the night we were there. We were moved inside with no problem. The seamless handover to the inside staff was amazing. Come here for the view, service and amazing food.
(5)Darien R.
Second visit to Spago which is located inside the Four Seasons Hotel in Maui. Our first visit a couple years ago was decidedly underwhelming. We agreed that if we came back to the Four Seasons we would skip Spago. But our plans to go to another restaurant fell though on one of our nights, and so we decided to give Spago a second chance since they were right downstairs from our hotel room. First off, we had better seating this time. It's amazing how seating can affect your attitude and view of a restaurant. We were on the patio and there was a cool breeze blowing and we had a bit of an ocean view. "Hot Legs" cocktail was good. I don't enjoy ordering cocktails that have funky names like these. Makes me feel like an idiot. "I'll have the Hot Legs please." But the cocktail was good, so not all was lost. Waitress was down-to-earth, approachable and helpful. That's the kind I like! Sorry not to remember her name! She recommended the following: +SPICY AHI POKE CONES (0/5) - Funny thing. Two years ago, on our first visit to Spago, we ordered these and it was not a good experience at all! The fish was slimy and I couldn't even continue after the first bite. We all remembered that experience, and cautioned ourselves not to make the same mistake. But after reading the new and improved menu, the description of the dish was different. The fish was described as a puree in the cone (which sounds kind of weird to me now after the fact). In any case, we tossed caution to the wind and ended up ordering it. We thought the different treatment of the fish would eliminate the sliminess factor. But in fact, it didn't. They were *still* slimy! Live and learn. Sometimes you need to get burned twice I guess. +TOMATO SALAD (4/5) - Not dazzling, but enjoyable. Tomatoes could be fresher, and more flavorful if I'm being picky (and I am). +WAGYU ANGEL HAIR BOLOGNESE (5/5) - My daughter completely enjoyed this dish and insisted it I give it a 5/5. Portion was slightly undersized in my opinion. I tasted it and approved. Sauce was suffering just a wee bit from a salt/sugar imbalance. But again, picky picky. Didn't recognize the WAGYU-ness of the sauce. Tasted like a Bolognese made with regular beef. +THAI RED CURRY WITH MAHI MAHI (5/5) - Winner dish! But again, undersized portion. Served with rice, the tender, white chunks of Mahi Mahi were complimented by the creamy, coconut curry. If you're in the mood for curry, you cannot go wrong with this dish. +PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE ICE CREAM SANDWICHES (5/5) - We were introduced to these by finding them on the beachside menu. The cookies were that sandy, gritty kind of texture which was great. The vanilla ice cream inside was the perfect match. We ended up ordering these three times during our stay - twice by the beach, served to us while in our lounge chairs, and then ordered once in the restaurant! After this, our second visit, I think Spago did enough to redeem themselves. I'm pretty sure we will come back next year when we come for the summer.
(4)Sheeva G.
What a lovely experience we had! I've been to most of the other Spago's and this was my favorite for sure. My bf and I had a table that overlooked the resort and beach on the side, and the ocean in front of us. We had a superb meal and great wine, and our server was so sweet. Everything was great!
(4)Mike P.
Celebrated my wifes birthday there a few nights ago. The staff was very attentive and our sever Meghan was extremely accommodating. We both enjoyed seafood dishes and they were well-prepared. A nice touch from staff was a surprise birthday desert for her. Great job!
(5)Karen C.
This was one of the best meals I have had in a long time. This is a pretty big restaurant but most guests were out on the patio. We had a nice table with a beautiful view of the sunset. One of the restaurant managers helped us take a picture with the sunset in the back. That is just one example of the really good service we got. We decided to save room for dessert so we just had entrees and no appetizers. They did start us off with a gift from the chef - a really nice tomato and ginger soup. The ginger was there but it did not overpower the tomato. Not spicy but very flavorful. Our entrees did take a bit of time to get to us but they were worth it. I had the Thai Seafood & Pineapple-Coconut Red Curry which was Mahi Mahi, Ono, Kaffir Lime, Thai Basil and Green Papaya Salad. It was so flavorful. A bit too spicy for me but delicious. Luckily I had the Jasmine rice to cool down the heat. Definitely a dish I would love to eat again. My mom had the "Szechuan Style" Braised Mahi Mahi which included Shiitake Mushrooms, Gingered- Baby Bok Choy and Jasmine Rice. My mom really enjoyed her dish. The fish was nicely cooked. We both had dessert. I had the Snicker Tart With Marshmallow Cream. I don't think it tasted like Snickers but it had a good caramel flavor and cookie crust. My mom had Kona coffee ice cream. Good coffee flavor. We had incredible service. Always filling water glasses. Making sure we were good. Definitely taken care of.
(5)Robert B.
I was so excited to celebrated my birthday at Spago, but they served me an amuse bouche that burnt my tongue. So, I left the place as soon as possible. I cannot believe such a wonderful restaurant has sunk into such a state of disrepair. I will NEVER return!!
(1)Michael G.
Easily the best meal and experience ever. 7 course meal with pairing wines was beyond belief. Incredible tasting, course after course. Not to mention the view and amazing expertise from the servers and manager.
(5)N K.
Food was truly amazing. The focaccia was truly amazing. Although initially our waiter seemed a little distracted and short, he became more attentive as the night went on. We were seated outdoors and it was uncomfortably warm. I know it's Maui and maybe this was unseasonable warm, but maybe fans would help make it more comfortable? The tofu dishes were delicious and they were very accommodating once we insisted on getting the vegetarian menus we requested. Overall it was a good experience.
(4)Sadie S.
I admit my experience here was outstanding partially because I came here with a hot island boy who knew the managers and bartenders. As a result we were treated like VIPs. We were fortunate enough to try the ahi poke cones, mushroom soup, vine ripened tomato salad, pasta bolognese and the chicken. Everything tasted amazing, was beautifully displayed and the portion sizes were generous (especially the chicken which we couldn't finish so we brought it home to share with the doggies). Excellent food and friendly service! I'll be back!
(5)Emily T.
We were lucky to get a sunset view. The service was superb and the setting is phenomenal. We had the ahi tuna, roasted chicken (the best we have ever had), and Thai seafood curry. Everything was delicious and flavorful. It is the perfect place for a special meal. We will be back!
(5)Dan S.
Food was amazing, 5 stars hands down for quality, creativity, and unbelievable taste. Service was attentive and "good", but a little below par when paying 120+ pp. still worth it given the quality of the food. My 1 star deduction is actually for the music. Apparently when Wolfgang Puck came to the US he fell in love with American rock..... Maybe that works in his Vegas restaurant, but I found it distasteful, out of place, and almost insulting to the rest of the atmosphere. A romantic sunset meal in Maui does not call for Zeplin or ACDC in the background. I asked the manager about it and they aren't allowed to change it. The music made this a 1 star meal, but the food is so amazing I can't go lower than 4 stars.
(4)Charlie B.
I wish I could give this place an extra sixth star. We did the 7 course tasting menu with wine pairings. It isn't a cheap dinner, but it was one of the nicest most special dinners we have ever had. It was by far our favorite meal on both Kaui and Maui. The service was amazing, the food even more amazing and the setting is magical. I love that you get this all in a pretty relaxed place with amazing views. They gave us the full rundown of the tasting menu before we committed, which some places don't do and they accommodated a couple of things we didn't want in our dishes. Every single dish was inventive and super tasty. We had Opaka, tuna, Mahi, lamb, sorbet, chocolate and more. I can't rave about this dinner enough. The bill for two came out to about $550, so be warned the tasting isn't cheap if you throw in the wine pairings, but it was a special occasion and worth every penny. We wandered around the resort and took the path back to the Fairmont at night, and it made for a great first night in Maui!
(5)Rob M.
I had dinner on New Years Eve at Spago Maui and was disappointed. The food was truly average at best. In particular the caramelized pork tenderloin was a large Bland portion and the dish was Served Luke warm. The hong kong style fish was a very small portion and the flavor was not anything unique. Chilis and soy sauce are pretty standard in China. On top of the average food was the server who advised us of the champagne special ... But failed to mention the ridiculous $118 per glass cost...
(1)Elizabeth R.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the world. I've eaten here probably 6 times and every single meal was memorable and amazing. Their fish is just to die for and the sunset views are the perfect compliment to the meal. This restaurant is one of my fondest memories of being on Hawaii and thats saying a lot!
(5)T R.
A group of us tried out their Turkey day spread and were not impressed. Ok so this was being advertised as a standard turkey dinner with all the fixin's. I am afraid to say it was just average. The plate was pretty cold and the plates were not uniformed some had more gravy others had less some had more potatos some had less. Overall this was completely MEH! The service was good but not great the waiter talked to much and we became bored with his banter. He did comp as a seafood risotto but again it was not that good it was again very average. Basically spago's is an overpriced tourist trap that is in no way a place for fine cuisine.
(2)Maryam N.
Atmosphere: Loud, overbearing at times, but very chic. Thank God there was no music, because I doubt it could have been heard over the loud "rabble rabble" of the tables around us. The fact that the room was very conducive to echoes did not help. Food: Some ups, some downs, over all very good. I had: Seafood Risotto: 5 stars. Absolutely perfect. The only downside was that the bowl did not constantly replenish itself. Mongchong fish with lobster tipped potatoes: 3 stars. The fish itself was crispy, flakey, buttery, and delicious. The potatoes underneath, however, were luke warm and that killed it for me. If they had been hot, I would have been much happier. Truffle chocolate cake: WHOA. 5 very enthusiastic stars. The cake was hot with molten chocolate, and the ice cream was THE PERFECT compliment. I was a happy camper. My dinner partners had the tomato and goat cheese salad to start, and they all claimed it to be orgasmic. My uncle had the ahi sashimi, which I had a bite of. Fantastic. They then all had the lamb chops. I didn't hear a single complaint. Everything was enjoyed fully. Service: This is where they lose a star. Our waitress was abrasive and rude. Throughout the entire meal. she referred to me as "young lady" (a title I'm sure my 12 year old self would have enjoyed, but my now 20-ish year old self found to be rude and condescending) and on one occasion actually scolded me for pouring myself a drink from the bottle of water she left on our table. Her little helper was as forgetful as the waitress was rude: she had to be asked twice (receiving on the third time) for two separate items. Perhaps I'm a little difficult to please, but I feel like some of these things were common sense. I'm sure the mediocre service was a one time thing, and that it would not happen if say, you (the reader) were to visit this restaurant. Go! Enjoy! Then review. I'm curious as to what your experience was.
(4)Aliah D.
I wanted so badly to give Spago's an awesome, raving review but I can't. It was not my best meal or experience on the island... We had a wonderful table with a beautiful view for dinner. It started raining lightly but it did not deter us from ordering a bottle of bubbly (try the Cava!) and enjoying some Ahi tuna cones. Definitely order the Ahi tuna cones--fresh, delicious...worth it! The bread selection is a nice touch. The rain was starting to pick up so our server (who was nice and personable) asked if we wanted to go inside). Sounds good...we had a half hour of pleasant views and we weren't keen on getting wet. She proceeded to sit us in the worst table in the restaurant facing a glass partition to the outside. Noooo! Then we were moved to a table top that was a-ok. All the moving and shuffling and trying to tell us the worst table was the best made me have a bad taste in my mouth. My fish dish was so unmemorable that I can't remember what it was. However dessert was a redeeming part of the meal. Service is good. The experience and views are good. Food, overall, is just eh. For $400 for a couple with champagne, apps, entrees, and shared dessert, I expect MUCH more.
(3)Scott S.
Great food, stuffy server. Assistant server helped save the day. Try the monchong.
(4)Marcela Y.
I had heard a lot about Spago and was very excited to finally try this restaurant during our trip to Maui. I also heard about the 3 course prix fixe menu between 5:30 PM-6:00 PM for $49. I made reservations beforehand, and went with my husband. We got the outside seating with beautiful view. Service was great. They started us off with a complimentary tomato soup (a little salty), followed by a selection of bread (definitely try the onion bread!). Portions were actually surprisingly big. However, dinner was a little disappointing. The salad and the risotto starter was ok, nothing special. The caramelized pork chop was pretty good, definitely better than my fish. Dessert was pretty good also, but not spectacular. Overall, both my husband and I were disappointed and unimpressed with the food.
(3)Beth G.
The restaurant was beautiful, as expected, and the view at sunset amazing. The spicy ahi tuna cones were perfect, and I also loved the seafood risotto. Ok, now for why I only gave it three stars. While my caramelized pork chop had great flavors and was a good portion it was pretty dry :( My boyfriends seared ahi tuna was delish, but he was still pretty hungry after finishing it. We also weren't that impressed with the service for what we were expecting to be fine dining. We also felt it was a little over priced once everything was said and done.
(3)Gregory A.
Best fish dish I have ever had. I has the Mahi Mahi and never thought that a mint sauce on fish would be something I would enjoy but wow...it was amazing. Also had spicy tuna app that was served in a sesame cone...could have had 10 of them they were so good.
(5)Jesseca T.
Mid-way through dinner I asked my husband: " Imagine if we found a place that made the same effort for every course that we do when we host a dinner party?" That's what I felt like here. Excellent, every step of the way, from the bartender, hostess, backwaiter, server, to the food, view, and ambiance. Apps: Ahi cones (sesame, spicy, creamy) and lettuce cups (warm crunchy fish, cool crispy lettuce) - Bread: maui onion foccacia and calamata bread Dinner: seared scallops with baby bok choy and asparagus, and red curry with shrimp, fish, and a little crack. I haven't had food this good while dining out since I was in New Orleans. Seriously. Unfortunately, unlike heroin, the first time was NOT free- it was $125/person (includes 4 drinks and dessert) - but I'm still going back tonight!!
(5)Patricia Gail M.
Spago's had an unbelievable offer for kaamaina's yesterday. $25 for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, $12 for kids. Wow! We went with friends and had a great time. The dinner was perfectly served, some dark meat, white meat, sweet potato, white potato, cranberry sauce, gravy and more gravy....! Yum! Service was spot on. Good bottle of wine. The best part? We made dessert at home earlier, so we all enjoyed the sunset on our lanai with mini apple pies and pumpkin pie and ice cream. The very best part? No HUGE piles of dishes to slog through!
(5)Bryan R.
Loved it. Definitely get the poke cones for appetizers. Great service, views, romantic atmosphere. Waiter, busser, all staff were very friendly and enjoyable.
(4)Pauline S.
Very good appetizers (+1), breathtaking views (+1) , and excellent service (+1) are the saving grace for this restaurant. Ahi tuna cones were truly amazing; definitely pricey as it comes out to 3 cones per order. Our table also tried the risotto with asparagus and Parmesan cheese and that was quite tasty as well. I did appreciate the nice selection of breads you can choose from; the servers are quite friendly and don't give you a hassle if you want to try multiple pieces of bread; the sweet maui onion foccacia definitely stands out. I felt that the entrees were lacking. I ordered the seared ahi tuna and only thought it was OK, especially for the hefty price tag.I did, however, appreciate the grilled vegetables that acted as the bed for the tuna. For dessert, we ordered the macadamia nut tart and the strawberry short cake. All of those were disappointing, unfortunately. The quality and taste did not match the price tag and supposed expectation someone would have dining at a Wolfgang Puck Restaurant inside a Four Seasons hotel. In summary, this seems like a better place to go to for appetizers and sunset watching.
(3)Steve M.
Main reason I'm posting a review is to mention that (1) this is kid-friendly despite what yelp says in its summary. They have high chairs and a keiki (kids) menu. Also, yelp says attire is "dressy" but decent resort attire is fine. Anyway... Fantastic meal. First time back in 5 years and could hardly wait for the poke cones again. Mmm mmm. Ahi sashimi was also great - and I'm no stranger to Ahi or sashimi. I actually had the crab crusted mahi mahi this time. The menu was a bit sparse tonight for local fish - and we got there early (5:30p when they open - early works better for my 1 yr old). Service wasn't impeccable but definitely very good. They forgot my coffee with dessert and it came late. The receipt showed they comp'ed some soups that we never ordered or received. whatever.
(4)Steven M.
I was very disappointed in Spago. Spent over $400 for two people (including tip) which was a complete ripoff. The only thing this place seems to have going for it is the open air dining, which earned it a star. Other than that it was way overpriced and definitely overrated. We had reservations and were seated quickly enough but we should have been concerned with how empty it was. We did score great seats with a nice view. Unfortunately, nothing after that was too memorable. The waiter was nice enough, but didn't strike me as being that knowledgeable nor was he very polished. I've been at other Puck establishments and the quality of the staff was by far the worst here. To tell you the truth, it sucks to look forward to a meal like that and pay that much and really not remember anything notable about the food. I had a steak which was fine although it was served on a plate by itself with no sides or sauce. ??? My GF had a Thai curry dish which was nice enough, but nothing better than what I've had for $9 at a random Thai joint. Mr. Puck should be concerned that his name is on a restaurant that is that underwhelming. I would not be surprised if this isn't in business in a year or two. I would recommend that you avoid Spago and go to Sarento's on the Beach just down the road. You'll save $100-$200, have the same view and have a MUCH better meal!
(2)Peggy C.
My bf and I came here after a long day of sight-seeing and many days of eating really random (bad) food. We were hoping the food would be good, and for the most part, it was. I liked that we had a choice of breads, not just a standard breadbasket they plunk down before you. I got the parmesan flatbread (almost as long as a slice of NY-style pizza, and about half as wide). It had a nice, subtle parmesan flavor. I also got the rosemary wheat bread. It was ok, but not memorable. In lieu of a formal dinner, we got appetizers and dessert. The ahi poke with shaved bonito in sesame cones were delicious. The cones were made of some kind of sugar and/or starch, and had a light, crispy texture. It wasn't too sweet or too starchy. I don't usually like raw rish, but it was cut into small pieces and seasoned well enough for me to like it. It was actually the most interesting combination of textures and flavors I've come across in a long while. The server was nice enough to ask if we wanted another cone so that we could have two cones each instead of sharing the usual three per order (they do charge extra for it; it's pro-rated, so it's an extra $8.25 or so). Spago gets points for service, with a caveat (see last paragraph for details). We got a seafood risotto, which I didn't like much, but then, I haven't had a risotto that I did like, so maybe I'm not the right person to judge. But my bf liked it. I can't remember what the third app was, not because it was bad, I don't think, but because we ate out 2-3 times every day, and I just can't remember what it was now. For dessert, we got a soufflé (I think it was banana and chocolate) a la mode and my bf had the pineapple cake. Both were good, but I thought mine was better. Service was kind of weird; we got seated by the hostess, shown the menu by another person, our orders taken by a third. We were served by no fewer than 5-6 people total. It was kind of disconcerting sometimes. Also, our last server asked us three times (after we finished our last appetizer, after getting dessert, and after he took the empty dessert plates away) if we wanted anything else. That was annoying. Oh, and the hostess who greeted us must have been tired and off her game, but when we approached her podium and started looking at the menu, she said something like, "Can I help you?" instead of something like "Table for two?" I mean, what else would we be doing there? In the end, our three appetizers and two desserts came out to $130 before tip. A lot of money, but probably the best meal we had during our 10-day trip to Hawaii.
(4)Tim S.
The spicy Ahi cones are as good as everyone else says. I could have just eaten several orders of them for the entire dinner. The corn Risotto had by my partner was good but not out of this world like the cones. For entrees I had the the seafood red curry, which was extremely good, and my partner had the $135 Australian Wagu steak. The steak was no where near being worth the price. Other pluses are of course the restaurant itself which is beautiful, and of course how can you go wrong with dinner at sunset on Maui. The drinks we had at the bar were also very good.
(4)Nakoa T.
If ever you're in Maui you ABSOLUTELY MUST GO TO SPAGO! I came here several times with my fiancee and my son and each time was wonderful! we are always seated at the best table front row for sunset which is lovely if you can make a reservation early and make it for sunset its the most breath taking sunset you will ever see! if you don't the view is still amazing at any time of the day. the romantic relaxed feel really gets you I love it the staff is very well versed in all things spago they also address you by your last name (they call me misses Tanaka) not to mention how well they cater to your every need right down to matching your napkin color to your clothes. I wasn't sure bringing my son was a good idea but the staff was very loving and understanding and my son had a blast! there keiki menu is great. the food is ridiculously good for appetizers you have to try the SPICY AHI TUNA "POKE" IN SESAME-MISO CONES they are fabulous, the tomato soup is also really good, the mini soups they bring you are always good too! entrees you must order the free range chicken with potato puree its honestly the best chicken ive ever had. the Wagyu ribeye steak is also to die for. the whole moi is delicious, so tender it melts in your mouth. honestly anything you eat here is great. they also have a great drink menu. you have to go to Spago! it truly is one of the treasures of Maui .
(5)Dennis H.
My wife and I had a very romantic dinner Sunday evening and everything from the ambience ,service,presentation and quality of ingredients were typical for Wolfgang Pucks restaurants. Prices a bit steep,even for Hawaii, but worth every $. Our server Andy was exceptional and helped to make our experience 5 stars ! Every course was perfection and they had a very extensive and separate vegetarian menu, which delighted me ! For a truly memorable dining experience, do not pass up Spago's..
(5)Jesse W.
2/13/10: Catching up on reviews from my Maui trip, we ate here on a Saturday evening booking a reservation thru OpenTables. I scored a 1,000 point bonus by taking their early dinner reservation time (6pm). My wife and I have been to this Four Seasons resort before, but never to this restaurant. After stumbling around the entire property we finally found it on the upper level (Makena side of resort). One of the clear benefits for eating early is not having to fight the crowds. We were quite surprised to see several couches in the waiting area and at the end of dinner, saw that it was packed (ala lounge/bar scene). Another benefit for eating early is that they have a set tasting menu at a very reasonable price. Frankly I don't remember what I ordered, but we did score a window seat and watched the sunset along with whales breaching in the ocean. Very awesome atmosphere and views!
(4)Samuel W.
Everything was very good. This is a great place, great views, great service. My problem is that Spago's take the overcharging to the next level. We had food that was just as good for 1/4 of the price at Cuatro. However, you should make a special trip to at least have the pancake souffel. This dish was worth the price.
(4)J M.
absolutely love wolgang. been to all his restaurants in vegas (except for cut...soon though, lol) so of course we had to eat here since it was in our hotel. since it was spago, i thought maybe they'd have my fave cherry walnut bread... but i was sadly disappointed. we ordered the 6 course meal. it was ok. the meal was not the quality im used to with wolfgang.
(1)Sammi D.
Oh where do I begin. Hmmmm...... ok let me start by saying this is a restaurant that is located in the Four Season Hotel in Wailea on the island of Maui. The hotel itself is freaking amazing, so we thought the restaurant would be too.... and it was. It's set right on the beach with breathtaking views of the Pacific. We were seated outside on a wonderful night with a cool light breeze. My husband ordered for us. He got the mussels to start with. I am kind of a self-proclaimed mussel and scallop connoisseur, and let me say, these were the best mussels that I have ever had i my life. So good! We then both had the french onion soup which was also delicious. I got the scallops for my entree and my husband got the dry-aged porterhouse that was no lie, about the size of his head..... I don't know how he finished..... but more on that in a minute. We finished off with a complimentary plate of custom made chocolates all in very fancy flavors and the plate spelled out Happy Honeymoon! They were so good. Well, we decided to hang out for a bit after we finished eating. And it's a good thing we did. I have never been so full in my whole entire life. I felt sick. I guess I was so excited and indulging so much being that this is some of the best food ever, that maybe I ate too fast? I don't know, but it was unlike any experience I've ever had. We slowly started digesting and braved the drive back to our resort. We of course took some leftovers with us for the next day. When we heated the leftovers for lunch the following day, it was still the best food ever. What a wonderful experience. My favorite meal on all of our honeymoon was at this place. Diners beware, this is a very very pricey place to eat. You're looking at about $20-$30 appetizers, $30-$55 entrees, bottles of wine range from $40 and up, etc. You really do get the best quality food though. If you're in Maui and looking for a fancy dinner with unmatched quality of food and atmosphere, go here.
(5)david a.
We go to Spago every other year because it has often disappointed us This year, however, it was excellent. Walu appetizer was delicious and the fish curry was wonderful. We are looking forward to a repeat visit in a few days.
(5)Adam B.
Upon walking into Spago without a reservation on a saturday you are asked to wait up front for just a moment while the manager comes out to greet you. He will politely take you to a table outside on the balcony where you will dine on wonderfully prepared italian cuisine under the stars. The champagne bottle which arrives at your table is complimentary. The waitstaff takes pictures with you (after asking nicely) and the complimentary chocolate lava cake with raspberry sauce is DEFINITELY worth waiting for. It also helps to be mistaken for Enrique Iglesias.
(5)Daniel M.
Great food. Large selection of wines. Excellent service by the very talented wait staff. Stand out service provided by Casserly! Very pleased with the attention to detail:)
(4)Melissa T.
Wolfgang Puck's Spago restaurant is located at the Four Seasons in Wailea. I just had my best meal in Maui here! Ocean view restaurant with outdoor patio seating overlooks the ocean and incredible hotel pool. Service was impeccable, wine list impressive, and all of our dishes were fantastic. I especially loved the Maui onion focaccia and hands down my favorite dish was the dessert...POG (passion orange guava) panna cotta.
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