Lehua Lounge — Restaurant in Maui

⭐ 3/5 - Overpriced and Underwhelming for a Luxury Resort

We visited Lehua Lounge at the Andaz Resort, expecting a high-end experience to match the resort’s reputation and prices, but the visit fell short in several ways. While not everything was terrible, the food and drinks failed to justify the exorbitant costs, and the atmosphere and service were disappointing.

Drinks

We ordered two cocktails at $22 each, and while the presentation was nice, the quality didn’t match the price tag. I chose the Island Mai Tai after reading glowing reviews but found it average at best—certainly not the “amazing” experience I had hoped for. My wife’s cocktail wasn’t memorable either. For $44 total, the drinks were unimpressive and left us feeling like we’d wasted our money.

Food

The food was acceptable but nowhere near worth the price. • The poke bowl was decent, but it was mostly rice with only a small portion of fish. At a more reasonable price, it might have been enjoyable, but not at the premium they’re charging. • The edamame, typically a simple favorite, was disappointing. My wife found it unappetizing and only managed a few bites. I thought it was okay, but definitely not up to par for a place of this caliber.

For a small bowl of edamame, a poke dish, and two subpar cocktails, our total came to just under $100 (excluding tip). At this price point, we expected far better quality and portion sizes.

Service

The service was mediocre. While the waitress wasn’t rude, she wasn’t friendly or attentive either—just going through the motions. For a resort where rooms often exceed $1,000 per night, the service should feel warm and inviting, which it did not.

Ambiance

The setting of Lehua Lounge is surprisingly underwhelming. It’s an outdoor bar setup that wouldn’t stand out at a mid-tier resort. During the day, the light-reflective rocks on the ground cause glare, making it uncomfortable to enjoy the view.

What really soured the experience was witnessing staff enforce rules unnecessarily. Two resort guests with takeout food attempted to sit at a far-off table, but they were told the lounge was “for paying customers only.” Given that the lounge was almost empty, this came across as tacky and unwelcoming, especially at a resort of this caliber.

Final Thoughts

While the food wasn’t horrible, it was nowhere near good enough to justify the prices. The drinks were lackluster, the service was average, and the ambiance failed to impress. For a resort charging $1,000+ per night, Lehua Lounge feels like a missed opportunity.

If you’re looking for a luxurious dining experience, I’d recommend looking elsewhere. It’s not a complete disaster, but it’s far from being worth the price. Save your money for a...

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