Cafe O’Lei Kihei is a welcoming Pacific Rim restaurant in Kihei that brings together the best of Hawaiian-inspired dining, fresh seafood, and the easy comfort of a casual, inviting atmosphere.
Known as a go-to destination for mahi mahi, shellfish, and sushi, it offers a menu that celebrates local flavors while delivering the kind of satisfying, well-rounded experience guests return for again and again.
Whether you are starting the morning with breakfast, meeting friends for brunch, settling in for lunch, or making an evening out of dinner and dessert, Cafe O’Lei Kihei creates a dining experience that feels both relaxed and memorable.
Its simple yet stylish setting, paired with a cozy, trendy vibe, makes it an appealing choice for everything from a quick solo meal to a special night out.
What makes Cafe O’Lei Kihei especially compelling is the balance of quality, convenience, and variety. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service, making it easy to fit a great meal into any schedule.
The restaurant is praised for fast service, a strong beer selection, creative cocktails, an excellent wine list, and desserts that leave a lasting impression. It also stands out for serving local specialties and offering happy-hour drinks and food, comfort food, healthy options, coffee, and a full selection of alcohol.
With a bar on site, restroom access, and seating designed for comfort, the restaurant is built to support a smooth and enjoyable visit from start to finish.
Cafe O’Lei Kihei is also thoughtfully accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, seating, and toilet, helping ensure that more guests can dine with confidence and ease. Its strong reputation is backed by a 4.40-star rating from 2,337 reviews, reflecting consistent satisfaction and trust from the community and visitors alike.
Dinner reservations are recommended, and reservations are accepted, making planning easy for those looking ahead to a relaxed evening. Convenient payment options, including cheques, credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments, add another layer of convenience.
Located at 2439 S Kihei Rd #201A in Kihei, and reachable at +1 808-891-1368, Cafe O’Lei Kihei offers not just a meal, but a polished and dependable dining experience rooted in flavor, hospitality, and local appeal.
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Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Cafe O'Lei Kihei
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
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Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
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ground chicken - shiitake mushrooms - water chestnuts - butter lettuce
wasabi aioli
cilantro sweet chili
sweet onions - gruyere cheese - brandy - fresh thyme - pastry crust
sriracha - sesame - wontons - scallions
mango coulis - sweet chili aioli
romaine - parmesan cheese - creamy garlic dressing
kumu farms half papaya - maui greens - onion - tomato - avocado - lilikoi papaya seed vinaigrette
maui greens - roasted vegetables - sweet peppers - goat cheese - basil balsamic vinaigrette
local greens - sliced orange - sprouts - goat cheese - pomegranate vinaigrette
basil aioli - maui greens - tomato - house focaccia - specialty salad
cranberry relish - avocado - tomato - maui greens - whole grain bread - specialty salad
signature crab salad - crisp bacon - maui greens - avocado - tomato - house focaccia - specialty salad
chilled roasted vegetables - sweet peppers - basil balsamic vinaigrette - maui greens - tomato - house focaccia - specialty salad
seared Ahi - wasabi aioli - maui greens - tomato - house brioche - specialty salad
maui cattle co premium beef - grilled onions - lettuce - tomato - pickle - house brioche - french fries
Available 07/12/26 - Chicken Stir fry - Steamed White Rice - Macaroni Salad
Available 07/11/26 - Panko Crusted Ono - Roasted Pepper Butter Sauce - Steamed White Rice - Caesar Salad
Blackened Mahi-mahi - papaya salsa - steamed rice - caesar salad
cilantro sweet chili - steamed rice - specialty salad
crisp fried mahi - caper tartar sauce - fresh lemon - fries
jumbo shrimp - garlic cream - tomato - basil
Available 07/17/26 - Roast Beef with a Mushroom Onion Brown Gravy - Steamed White Rice - Macaroni Salad
ground chicken - shiitake mushrooms - water chestnuts - butter lettuce
wasabi aioli
cilantro sweet chili
sweet onions - gruyere cheese - brandy - fresh thyme - pastry crust
sriracha - sesame - wontons - scallions
mango coulis - sweet chili aioli
ground chicken - shiitake mushrooms - water chestnuts - butter lettuce
wasabi aioli
cilantro sweet chili
sweet onions - gruyere cheese - brandy - fresh thyme - pastry crust
mango coulis - sweet chili aioli
pancetta - garlic - lemon - fresh thyme
romaine - parmesan cheese - creamy garlic dressing
kumu farms half papaya - maui greens - onion - tomato - avocado - lilikoi papaya seed vinaigrette
maui greens - roasted vegetables - sweet peppers - goat cheese - basil balsamic vinaigrette
local greens - sliced orange - sprouts - goat cheese - pomegranate vinaigrette
basil aioli - maui greens - tomato - house focaccia - specialty salad
cranberry relish - avocado - tomato - maui greens - whole grain bread - specialty salad
signature crab salad - crisp bacon - maui greens - avocado - tomato - house focaccia - specialty salad
chilled roasted vegetables - sweet peppers - basil balsamic vinaigrette - maui greens - tomato - house focaccia - specialty salad
seared Ahi - wasabi aioli - maui greens - tomato - house brioche - specialty salad
maui cattle co premium beef - grilled onions - lettuce - tomato - pickle - house brioche - french fries
Available 07/12/26 - Chicken Stir fry - Steamed White Rice - Macaroni Salad
Available 07/11/26 - Panko Crusted Ono - Roasted Pepper Butter Sauce - Steamed White Rice - Caesar Salad
Blackened Mahi-mahi - papaya salsa - steamed rice - caesar salad
cilantro sweet chili - steamed rice - specialty salad
crisp fried mahi - caper tartar sauce - fresh lemon - fries
jumbo shrimp - garlic cream - tomato - basil
Available 07/17/26 - Roast Beef with a Mushroom Onion Brown Gravy - Steamed White Rice - Macaroni Salad
Side Thanksgiving Gravy
ground chicken - shiitake mushrooms - water chestnuts - butter lettuce
wasabi aioli
cilantro sweet chili
sweet onions - gruyere cheese - brandy - fresh thyme - pastry crust
mango coulis - sweet chili aioli
pancetta - garlic - lemon - fresh thyme
smokey pulled pork - pineapple - bbq sauce - red onion
roasted vegetables and peppers - pesto - goat cheese - marinara
mozzarella - sliced tomato - fresh basil - marinara
gruyere - mushrooms - roast garlic
parmesan - basil pesto - mozzarella
marinara - mozzarella
local greens - sliced orange - sprouts - goat cheese - pomegranate vinaigrette
maui greens - roasted vegetables - sweet peppers - goat cheese - basil balsamic vinaigrette
romaine - parmesan cheese - creamy garlic dressing
kumu farms half papaya - maui greens - onion - tomato - avocado - lilikoi papaya seed vinaigrette
Available 07/11/26 - Fresh Mahi-Mahi seasoned with lemon pepper and served over steamed white rice with a medley of sautéed seasonal vegetables. Finished with a rich roasted red bell pepper butter sauce.
Served over a creamy risotto, sauteed mixed vegetables & a chipotle aioli
lemon caper butter - steamed rice - local veg
kumu farm's local papaya salad - ginger butter sauce - steamed rice - local veg
lemon caper butter - mashed potatoes - local veg
alaea salt - honey - roasted macadamia nuts - mashed potatoes - local veg
au jus - creamed horseradish - pop over - mashed potatoes - local veg
shiitake mushroom cream - mashed potatoes - local veg
(a Cafe O'Lei favorite!) ginger shoyu glaze - sesame - sriracha - steamed rice - local veg
smoky roasted eggplant - quinoa - pesto - provolone cheese
jumbo shrimp - garlic cream - tomato - basil
grilled 6 oz lobster tail - mushroom risoto - red wine balsamic
6 Oz Filet Served over Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fried Onion Crisps, Roasted Asparagus, & Demi-Glace
grilled asparagus - mashed potatoes - fried onions - demi glacé
Side Thanksgiving Gravy
smokey pulled pork - pineapple - bbq sauce - red onion
roasted vegetables and peppers - pesto - goat cheese - marinara
mozzarella - sliced tomato - fresh basil - marinara
gruyere - mushrooms - roast garlic
parmesan - basil pesto - mozzarella
marinara - mozzarella
Available 07/11/26 - Fresh Mahi-Mahi seasoned with lemon pepper and served over steamed white rice with a medley of sautéed seasonal vegetables. Finished with a rich roasted red bell pepper butter sauce.
Served over a creamy risotto, sauteed mixed vegetables & a chipotle aioli
lemon caper butter - steamed rice - local veg
kumu farm's local papaya salad - ginger butter sauce - steamed rice - local veg
lemon caper butter - mashed potatoes - local veg
alaea salt - honey - roasted macadamia nuts - mashed potatoes - local veg
au jus - creamed horseradish - pop over - mashed potatoes - local veg
shiitake mushroom cream - mashed potatoes - local veg
(a Cafe O'Lei favorite!) ginger shoyu glaze - sesame - sriracha - steamed rice - local veg
smoky roasted eggplant - quinoa - pesto - provolone cheese
jumbo shrimp - garlic cream - tomato - basil
grilled 6 oz lobster tail - mushroom risoto - red wine balsamic
6 Oz Filet Served over Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fried Onion Crisps, Roasted Asparagus, & Demi-Glace
grilled asparagus - mashed potatoes - fried onions - demi glacé
warm - served with local mac nut ice cream
home made brownie - local kona coffee ice cream
wrapped in a sweet pastry - local mac nut ice cream
oreo crust - coffee ice cream - almond fudge
ask for today's selection - 3 scoops
passionfruit infused - strawberry puree
locally made on Maui - kona coffee - macadamia nut - vanilla - 3 scoops
single scoop
single scoop
warm - served with local mac nut ice cream
home made brownie - local kona coffee ice cream
wrapped in a sweet pastry - local mac nut ice cream
oreo crust - coffee ice cream - almond fudge
ask for today's selection - 3 scoops
passionfruit infused - strawberry puree
locally made on Maui - kona coffee - macadamia nut - vanilla - 3 scoops
single scoop
single scoop
with fries
with fries
with fries
creamy garlic dressing - parmesan - chilled chicken breast
steamed rice - local veg
with fries
with fries
with fries
with fries
creamy garlic dressing - parmesan - chilled chicken breast
steamed rice - local veg
with fries
Hear from our valued guests
From the drinks, to the appetizer, to the main course, and dessert- I would have put everything down my pants and wore it for a week. Such a nice change from the same exact same thing that every restaurant from the Big Isand to Maui has to offer. I would book a flight back from MA just to eat here! Very fast service. The bartender, Alex is second to none. He solely ran the show for the whole entire bar, along with all the drinks for resturaunt, and didn't skip a beat! If he isn't a manger, he should be.
As always the foid and service is amazing. i always sit at the bar. Cat is the best bartender un town. i splurged and got the fish and chips. best i ever had. Their lunch special changes daily and is best deal in tiwn $14.95. At dinner i highly recomend the Asian short ribs, the prime rib is also very good. if you want 8ncredible food at a reasonable price this is the place for you.
Stopped in twice during our recent trip to Maui. The first time we arrived at dinner time with no reservation, however, they got us seated within 10 minutes. The second time we had reservations. The staff was very, very friendly and attentive. Both times the food was very good as were the drinks. The portions are huge, so come with a hungry stomach! I recommend the prime ribeye and my wife loved the macadamia crusted chicken. Just go before 6 pm, it gets very busy after that, which is always a good sign. You never want to go to a slow or empty restaurant! It’s not oceanfront but if you time it right you can catch a glimpse of the sunset. We will definitely be back on our next trip to Maui!
Wow! This restaurant did not dissapoint! Their onion soup was savory and delicious! We had the macnut encrusted chicken w/mashed potatoes. Also, Ceasar salad. Their is a short happy hour that's also worth looking at. Drinks were yummy. And all desserts are made in-house. Loved the Pinapple upside down cake! Super friendly service.
It is a truly extraordinary experience where you get to know your food: especially as a newbie on Maui! Funny and knowledgeable waiter - a true slam poet! Mahi Mahi fish blackened or as fish and chips are tasty with perfect batter and crunchy French fries. But when it is on the menu, you have to have the Ono fish with Cocos curry on rice. And try Hale Kapena and Maui wowie! And when you still have place in your happy belly try the deserts! We will be back!! Slam poetry of the day: „the ocean is our cooler, the mountains are our ice house“.
This restaurant is located in the center Kihei and is an excellent restaurant for local dishes and flavors. It has a casual atmosphere with comfortable tables. The staff is friendly and very efficient. The food is excellent, on par with popular fine dining restaurants. It's known for its mahi mahi. Anything you order will be delicious. Large windows surround the Hawaiian themed dining room. A full bar and counter anchor the center of the dining room.
Make a reservation! This is a highly popular restaurant any night of the week and it’s worth it to plan ahead. Everyone comes here for the Maui Onion Soup En Croute and they are right to do so. Cooked in a wood fire oven and delivered fresh and hot to your table. Delicious drinks made expertly, friendly and professional staff, chill and beautiful atmosphere. We ended up staying for a full meal instead of our original plan for soup and a cocktail. Everything was delectable. Make sure to make time to catch the sunset on Kihei beach before dinner.
We went for happy hour and still cleared a $100 tab (w/ tip). Was delicious and worth every penny. Loved the vibe.
Cafe O’Lei absolutely delivered an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, the team was incredible—welcoming, attentive, and genuinely dialed in on making sure everything was perfect. The food? Next level. Perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. Every plate that hit the table was a win—seriously hard to pick a favorite. Recommendation macadamia nut chicken
Fantastic food and great service. We had the calamari as an appetiser which was both fresh and delicious. For our main course I had the lobster risotto and my wife had the short rib. We highly recommend both!
Common questions about Cafe O'Lei Kihei
Cafe O'Lei Kihei is located at 2439 S Kihei Rd #201A, Kihei, HI 96753, United States, Kihei, HI, United States.
You can reach Cafe O'Lei Kihei by calling +1 808-891-1368.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 2337 customer reviews.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following service options: Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great wine list, Serves local specialty.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following planning: Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following payments: Cheques, Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Cafe O'Lei Kihei features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Plenty of parking.
Business Features
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