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Lava Rock Bar & Grill, Kihei, HI

Lava Rock Bar & Grill

4.0
4
943 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Our restaurant specializes in new American Cuisine with global influences;
Passion begins in the kitchen...
Our chefs prepare each of our entrées to perfection!
On tap or bottled, we have a wide variety of beers and wine from around the world.
Lava Rock ambiance accommodates guests for Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and late night. Lava Rock is the best sports bar in Maui, with two quad-screen 110" displays and sixteen screens, there's not a bad view of the game in the house.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 14 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Global, International

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 8:00 am–12:00 am

  • Phone number

    (808) 727-2521

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive Chef

    Pablo Santiensanio

  • Private party facilities

    Plan a good time by reserving your space at Lava Rock bar and grill. Whether you are preparing for a holiday party, a business meeting, or a birthday bash, you are welcome to come enjoy yourself at Lava Rock Bar & Grill. Our staff always strives to make your sure your event goes off without a hitch and that all of your guests have a good time. Let us know what we can do to help you make your party a success. We are always happy to host large groups. In addition to our massive bar, we also have a separate dining room that provides you and your guests with some privacy. There are also special catering deals if you prefer that to individual ordering.

  • Neighbourhood

    Kihei

  • Cross Street

    Kalama Village Shopping Center

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 943 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maui

    Great for outdoor dining

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    New England

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    We were recommended to try out Lava Rock Bar & Grill. For Hawaii the food wasn’t that great. I live in Texas and it tasted like all the other bar and grills back home. My father got ribs and they masked the dryness of the ribs by dumping a bunch of sauce on them. My brother’s, mom’s, and my food were good, but nothing to die for. I wouldn’t go back again. On the other hand, the service was phenomenal. Our server constantly checked in on us, was always clearing plates, and refilling drinks. They have great deals on appetizers and alcoholic beverages I believe between 3pm-6pm. Lastly, there is minimal seating inside and it is loud inside. If you don’t mind the outdoors, that’s where you’ll probably end up sitting.

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  2. SirDinesalot

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time there. Was tough to locate among the other businesses and buildings, but once there…awesome! Nachos are great! Good GF and vegetarian options. Enjoy!

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  3. KristinR

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and excellent food!!! Best selection on the beach!

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  4. GerryM

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The food and service were excellent, But, It’s time for some paint, better chairs, & a basic face lift.

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  5. MaryW

    Sacramento

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great food and service. Kind of loud. Good view of the ocean and mountains.

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  6. SandyF

    Tucson

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Although very difficult to locate we had an excellent dining experience !

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  7. ShawnB

    Portland

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    The restaurant is upstairs on the second floor (elevator available). Tables are high tops. We had good service - enjoying the cocktails. The POG painkiller is excellent. The ambience is relaxed with open air and nice views. We have eaten here twice during our stay on Maui and had good experiences both times. I recommend the Tropical BBQ ribs which were fall off the bone delicious.

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  8. Anonymous

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Disappointing Order was messed up and then rather than correcting error they scrapped off the item that did not belong and tried to reserve the meal. When called out they re-prepared the meal Other meals were ok

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  9. Lynn

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience3
    Ahi was good and salad was good but disappointed with the other meals and Happy Hour drinks. Service was good but tables were wet.

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  10. AnneW

    Seattle

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Happy hour food and drinks are great value. The Ahi tuna and the shrimp dishes are delicious. A good selection of cocktails and beers too. Will definitely be back!

    1 person found this helpful

  11. RandyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We are visiting the island and chose open table to select a dinner location. We loved the vibe. Very unassuming and casual. The food was great and our service was outstanding. A great place for casual dining with 4 star food and service.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great view of ocean, quiet, Austin was great, twin lobster tails and shrimp best deal in town! Also the Mediterranian salad is delicious!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    Service was bad so we went to the bar and received our drinks and food quickly. Thank you for the great service!!

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  14. JennyH

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience4
    Environment and food were great. Service was AWFUL.

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  15. StacyW

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very early morning breakfast. Great service. Food was delicious.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for my boyfriends birthday with a group of 7. Tbh- best mai tais we had in Maui and the lobster/shrimp combo yum!

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  17. BobR

    Hawaii

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Rustic facilities but food and service make up for it.

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  18. MauiLibby

    Hawaii

    227 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    227 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We recently discovered Lava Rock for evenings we spend in Kihei. This is a great casual restaurant with very good food at reasonable prices. We love the two lobster tails and the calamari appetizer! The wait staff are always friendly and efficient even when the restaurant is busy. Mahalo and a hui hou!

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  19. Bill

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    It was St Patrick’s Day and busy. Maybe a little under staffed. They did ok under the circumstances.

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  20. LynnM

    Portland

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Food was very bland, French fries not very good and the drink was good

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Beautiful views and great food! We loved it. Service was great!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The staff was very friendly and the food and beverages were excellent. I highly recommend the lava rock steak

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  23. LauraLuH

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Great views from the patio & amazing mimosas for $2 before 2pm. Brunch was great!! Service was slow but that will happen post pandemic. Going back for dinner another night.

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  24. GillianC

    Vancouver

    9 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience1
    Not good Waiter was nice but rushed not enough staff Won’t return

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  25. Omnivore

    San Francisco

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious. Glad that seating is on second floor with view of trees and ocean.

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  26. MaryS

    Minneapolis

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    The hostess grabbed menus from an occupied table and didn’t have any available for us. It took a long time for our waitress to show up. The food was ok. Server never checked on us before we asked for the check. Would we come here again? Absolutely not!

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  27. Theatermom

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Service was really slow and we had trouble getting refills on our drinks but the food was good. I had the steak on the lava rock and it was very tasty and fun to finish grilling the meat to the level I wanted. Prices were reasonable compared to other places we have been.

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  28. jaczac

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    Service was slow food ok nothing to say often wise

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  29. GreggS

    Seattle

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Off night for the ahi we got. Everything else was top notch

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  30. Wonderful

    Seattle

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Fun place in the heart of Kihei with good food, yummy fruity mimosas, and beautiful views! We came for lunch but would be great to come back for happy hour to watch the sunset!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Tahoe

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the open air restaurant! Excellent Bloody Mary’s! Food is good value & delicious!

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  32. JeanM

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good menu with lots of great options. Friendly staff.

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  33. Karens

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    Went for breakfast. Service is so much better than a few months ago. Joseph was our server and was really great.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. Good drinks

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  35. TomZ

    Seattle

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    Never had a bad meal here-always delicious! Good value especially on Maui. Server was okay not rude but not too friendly or smiling. Love this place for dinner!

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  36. GreggS

    Seattle

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second floor location so the ocean is in view. Great view of the sunset while we ordered our beers, ahi and dynamite shrimp to start. Just got into town and plan a few more meals here after looking at the good items I still want to try!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We waited for 45 minutes after being seated, with no service at all. We ended up leaving before ordering anything and staff didn’t even seem to care.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    It was a nice meal. Nothing special.

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  39. CandyCrow

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    Tasteless food.

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  40. BrianK

    Salt Lake City

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Not as good as it used to be

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Lava Rock Bar & Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 727-2521.

Lava Rock Bar & Grill is rated 4 stars by 943 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 14 times today
Google Map for Lava Rock Bar & Grill

1945 S Kihei Rd, Suite H, Kihei, HI 96753

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Kalama Village Shopping Center

  • Neighbourhood

    Kihei

  • Hours of Operation

    Daily 8:00 am–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Global, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking Details

    Public Lot

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Pablo Santiensanio

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (808) 727-2521

  • Private party facilities

    Plan a good time by reserving your space at Lava Rock bar and grill. Whether you are preparing for a holiday party, a business meeting, or a birthday bash, you are welcome to come enjoy yourself at Lava Rock Bar & Grill. Our staff always strives to make your sure your event goes off without a hitch and that all of your guests have a good time. Let us know what we can do to help you make your party a success. We are always happy to host large groups. In addition to our massive bar, we also have a separate dining room that provides you and your guests with some privacy. There are also special catering deals if you prefer that to individual ordering.

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