Duke's Beach House Maui

Very disappointed by our experience here. We made a reservation for 1:30 and arrived at 12:50 to see if there was a chance of getting in early. The (very kind) woman working the front told us they could "definitely" do that. However, they didn't get us in until 1:30. Completely understandable since that is when our reservation was, however, I wish she had been honest with us so we could've gone for a walk or something and come back at our reservation time rather than just sitting there. When we were seated, one member of our party asked the waiter if she could sample one of the beers before ordering a full size one. He snapped and said "well I need to do that first", disappeared to the bar, came back and dropped it on the table, and didn't return for 10 minutes to finish our drink order. Maybe asking for a sample isn't the norm here, but he didn't need to show us his exasperation over the request. We ordered the calamari to start which was the highlight of the meal, though the portion was very small for the price. The taste was great, it was thick and juicy. 2 of us got the fish tacos, which were dry and overpriced for only 2 tacos and some tortilla chips that could've been purchased at the store. The other got the fish and chips, which she remarked were average and underwhelming. For a $200 lunch, we expected much better. This was the weakest meal we had on our trip to Maui. The atmosphere and view were the only other highlights besides the calamari. Would not return if back in Kaanapali.

Duke’s Beach House Maui delivers an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay a little longer. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. I ordered fish and chips and they were absolutely outstanding — crispy, golden perfection on the outside and flaky, tender on the inside. The batter is light and crunchy without being greasy, and every bite tastes fresh and perfectly seasoned. The famous Duke’s Mai Tai was superb as well. I’ll be coming back to Duke’s definitely .

We loved visiting Duke’s on our first trip to Maui but we couldn’t snag a reservation for this trip so we decided to walk in for lunch. It was another wonderful experience, we enjoyed some amazing whale watching on their patio with some incredible food! Lunch menu is kind of limited but we all really enjoyed what we ordered! See you next time!

Only had drinks and nachos bit they were both fabulous and the couple I met at the bar was extremely friendly and first time visiting as well. So nice I shared my nachos and gave them spots to hit and things to do. Great view of water from the Hokulani resort in Ka'anapoli Maui. Hawaii Must visit place all food looked good coming out of kitchen

Duke’s Beach House Maui was incredible. The service was top tier and Michael was awesome. He gave us amazing recommendations including our favorite dish of the entire trip… the mahi tuna tacos. In our opinion they were the best thing we had in Maui. The food and drinks came out fast, literally within three to five minutes of ordering, and everything was perfect. Watching the sun go down from our table was the perfect way to end the night. The hula cake was the final touch on an amazing evening. Easy 10 out of 10. Highly recommend.

I had my first meal here on Maui Island. Inside the Outrigger Resort, the atmosphere of this restaurant by the sea is fantastic. It's not that expensive either. There was a swimming pool next door, and I could enjoy the meal while feeling like I was in Hawaii. The wine list was great, and the food was great. I highly recommend it. It's a popular restaurant, so you have to be prepared to wait on weekends or during peak season.

Duke’s at Lahaina delivers across the board great food, great service, and a fabulous oceanfront view. The place fills up fast, so reservations are a must. The bar is open seating and first come, first served, which is perfect if you’re just looking to grab a drink. Bathrooms were clean, and shout out to manager Kawika, who was actively touching tables and jumping in to help bus, always a great sign of solid leadership. Overall, it’s one of the best spots to eat and enjoy a brewski after a long day at the beach. I ordered the Korean taco and it was absolutely delicious. Prices are reasonable by Maui standards, making it an easy recommendation.

Our server was a cool dude and very helpful. The Duke’s (famous) fish tacos did not disappoint, especially as I added avocado; my wife found the fish and chips were excellent (and better than the Hyatt’s Umalu’s fare); I understand the street tacos (one of us had) were great, as was the ‘lunch’ fish plate. The slight downgrade for the atmosphere was because, as is usually the case with Dukes, the music was too loud … but the singer was really good.

Was a little skeptical when I saw some of the other reviews about the location and food. I really think some of the negative comments have to do with impatient folks or who can't handle some of the food spice levels...because our multiple visits within our stay were great. Expect the weekends to be PACKED. They offer two types of menus: a "barefoot bar" which is eight first come first serve tables and then a restaurant portion with a slightly different menu and much more seating. If it's busy then absolutely reserve beforehand, if it's a slow time then you can snag one of the eight bar tables. They also offer a take away option for food which is a desk located around the side of the restaurant and where you can buy some Duke's merch! Service was great and the ambiance is anything you would expect from a resort beach house. Right up against the water, torches going and live music at specific time slots. Highly recommend for a quick sit down lunch after a snorkeling sesh or a nice night out for the music and elevated dinner menu.

Didn't have the heart to leave 1 star. I can't believe im saying this, but the food was AWFUL and expensive. I made a reservation a month in advance for my birthday and to celebrate completing my first half marathon. It was SUCH a letdown. I drove to Dukes from my hotel due to the "eating with beach view experience." I was sat at a table with no view. Since it wasn't busy and there were many tables open, I requested to sit somewhere closer with even a little view. The hostess would not help and just didn't want to even mess with having to tell the waitress about the table move even with it 5 feet away from my original table. My waitress was friendly. I asked what was the favorite on the menu. First HORRIBLE mistake. I can tell she told me one of the most expensive items on the menu (which is fine), but I would have taken anything over what was served to me. I ordered the banana leaf steamed fish with shrimp. For the first time ever, I took 3 bites of my food and asked for the check. It tasted like soy sauce drenched in the banana leave with bland boiled fish and shrimp along with cabbage. There was no flavor at all. $60 spent on the dish and drink plus tip for only having 3 bites. I hope they fix this and either add another ingredient or just remove this dish altogether. Sorry, Dukes! I couldn't let this one go.

Always consistent quality. Good food. Beautiful view! Great place for breakfast! Staff is always pleasant and accommodating.

My goodness where do I start? Before I get to the food the ambiance is top of line right on a beach front which makes for a great opportunity for date nights. Service was always quick and well maintained with guests. I decided to get the banana steamed fish with a side of poke tacos. The back chit pies wonderfully with the seasonings to the shrimp and fish. I also ordered an Arnold Palmer which also quite refreshing. I recommend trying this place out if you ever get the chance. Mahalo!

The complimentary hula hula pie you get for your birthday is what dreams are made of! I would definitely would get this next time I come here! The views are incredible, we were lucky enough to see a few whales jump out of the water. Dinner and a show! My husband ordered the chicken and rib plate and it was delish! I wasn't super hungry so I got fish tacos, and the fish was FRESHHHHH! Our server was great, had great recommendations and was just overall super personable! Duke is inside the Honua Kai resort, generally speaking such a beautiful resort to walk through! Parking is super convenient and free, just right across from the hotel lobby. A+ for easy parking!

One of the best dining choices on the west side. Breakfast, lunch and dinner available, along with a full bar. Staff is attentive and friendly, seated quickly (arrive early, it can get crowded), not a bad seat in the house. Inside, outside and bar area dining with full menu. Try the Chicken Nachos! Delicious! Get them poolside, or as a meal, they are generously portioned. Dining choices for even the most finicky, steak, seafood, chicken, burgers, even stuff for the little ones. Live music often throughout the day caps off a great experience.

Probably eaten at this particular Dukes more than any restaurant on any of the islands. Never been disappointed! Tonight was no exception. Our server sam was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He did a great job. We started with the crab and mac nut wontons. Perfect and amazing as we expected! So good! We split a ceaser. Really good. My only minor squabble is I like mine dressed a little more aggressive. Still good though. Our entrée s were both mongchong. Mine was mac nut crusted. My wife's was steamed in a banana leaf. Omg! Bot were perfect, tender, flaky and flavorful. So good! We had Hula pie for dessert. Amazing like always. Beautiful sunset, great food, excellent service. Literally a perfect dinner! Great job!

I've eaten at various Duke's now across Hawaii and California and have always felt pretty satisfied with the quality of the meal. This time, on our trip to Maui, we wanted to visit Duke's because of the fish plate for lunch (the fish was Mahi), along with the ribs and huli chicken plate. They didn't disappoint - great meal all around.

We absolutely LOVE Duke's. This place is always poppin' so make sure you call and get a reservation ahead of time if possible. We always stay in Kaanapali when we visit Maui and we end up eating out at Duke's the most for lunch and dinner. ALL of their food and drinks are so good! They're always so good about any special requests, dietary need changes and any food sensitivity issues. The staff are top tier! They always take care of us! The atmosphere is always that perfect Hawaiian vacation feel and the view of the ocean at all times of day but especially at sunset are just spectacular!

Inside the Honua Kai Resort. Beach side restaurant with beach side views. Just beach side beautiful. Service was great, friendly, funny & attentive with the drinks. Food prices not bad, especially for resort dining. Standard American menu with a bit of Hawaiian flavors. Relaxing lunch.

We arrived in Maui on April 7th and Dukes was our first stop. We were staying in North Kaanapali at the Westin and needed a place to hang while waiting for our room. When I saw that Dukes was under the same ownership of Hula Grill, I was stoked! Although I prefer Hula Grill, simply because it's been my favorite spot on the West Side for a thousand years, Dukes brought the hospitality. We sat at the bar and got our first round of mai tai's and they were delicious. We ordered a couple of appetizers, and they were okay. I think I was still comparing the food to Hula. And to be fair, we weren't up for a large meal. Mostly the drinks and those were 4 stars for sure. To be back on Maui, especially after the devastating fires (which cancelled our original trip), and after our own personal loss around the same time, Dukes was the perfect landing spot. I felt like I was home. The entire staff was friendly, welcoming and seemed happy to see a couple of new faces.

Came here for dinner with my family of 6 and it was the best dinner we had all trip! I reserved a month and a half - 2 months in advance with request for a table close to the ocean view and they gave it to us. Our server was friendly and attentive and the food outstanding! The calamari portions were a bit small but everything else was perfect! I ordered the Mac nut and herb crusted Mahi Mahi per servers recommendation between that and the baked Ono. I am so happy I did because it was amazing! My husband also loved his pork and my 2 little ones enjoyed fish and chips. A must finish is that Hula pie of course and they make a good one! Already planning to come back next year when we're back in Maui! Excellent food and excellent service and hospitality! Is there a better combination out there??

My Family and I had a wonderful dinner here yesterday 5/7. The food was Delicious and our waiter Dane was so attentive, he was Awesome We have been to this Dukes restaurant before and it's always been a Great experience all around, the food, atmosphere and the service.

Great staff and drinks, beautiful inside & outside. They'll constantly check on you (in a good way) and our server was down to the detail. One of the worst fish tacos I've ever had (tortilla was unspeakable) but banana leaf steamed fish and shrimp was decent, just overpriced ($40 ish). Not pictured but their Korean sticky ribs were interesting and the only reason why I'd give a 4. Though it's on the salty side, you can taste the gochujang. Mai Tai tasted a bit like cold medicine and I personally would not get it again, but the lava flow was great.

We ate here a couple of times during our recent trip since we were staying at Honua Kai (located in the resort by the beach) For dinner, I would recommend making a reservation since they are generally busy most nights, and if it's rainy/windy apparently walk-ins can only be on the outdoor patio. Very kid friendly as they give kid's a little coloring booklet that has various activities, including a fun little bingo game that they can get a sticker for. (albeit a boring Duke's sticker) Service was consistently good. Appetizers: Macadamia Nut Hummus- this was such a delicious dip that we got it both times we came here for dinner, and I'm usually one to want to try a different dish each time. Salad: Rocket salad- fairly standard, good amount of fresh beets. Entrees: Mac Nut and Herb Crusted Fish was as good as it sounds. Highly recommend over the other entrees we tried: Fish Tacos: Tortilla seemed stale, the fish cubes were tough Banana Leaf Steamed Fish and Shrimp: seemed super interesting, but I'd say other than being on top of a banana leaf, I didn't think the fish and shrimp had any particular flavor from the banana leaf, but it was otherwise good. I did love the coconut lychee rice side though. Overall, we enjoyed all of our meals at Dukes!

Valet parking was complimentary and convenient. We enjoyed our lunch with a good view of the sunny beach and ocean. Live music was good - mellow. Mark, our server, was friendly, helpful and pleasant. We ordered the poke tacos appetizer and he suggested we add one since it comes with 3 tacos and there were 4 people in our party. These poke tacos were also quite salty but the rest of our order was delicious and we enjoyed dining at Duke's for lunch. Thanks, Mark. The short walk along the beach afterwards was relaxing too - easy access from Duke's. Will definitely come back.

The food was very mediocre, cockroach was on the ground near us almost our whole meal, and they brought nothing to celebrate the birthday we were celebrating. We had the one vegetarian item on the menu and it was poorly put together. The squash was incredibly dry and impossible to eat and the carrots were practically uncooked and hard. A plate of just vegetables (nothing else) was $27.

Good food and drinks! Only four stars because it's priced for tourists. Given the price point, the food would need to be pretty amazing. That being said, everything was delicious, so if you're looking for a good meal while enjoying a fantastic view, then this is the place for you.

The Lava cake is really great! We really enjoyed our dinner. I can't give 5 stars because i wanted the Slurpee drink without alcohol, and I was willing to pay more to have a large glass, but the bartender said no. If I wanted that I had to buy the small glass only. The big glasses were only for beer. I should have bought two and asked for a free glass, LOL. At the time I wasn't thinking. Good service allows the customer to pay more, but get what they want, and that didn't happen here. Once we actually arrived for a real dinner our waiter was great then. Food was good. Yes, it is expensive, but you are paying for that beautiful location.

Great ambience, close to the beach great food. Lily was the sweetest. We had salad lots of fresh fish dishes and dessert and yes we would come back. Slightly pricey but tasty!

Food is delicious. Drinks are delicious. Great view. And Dane was a fantastic and fun server! My only wish is that there was some way to keep the patio tables from being blinded by the sun in the evening hours, but you can't really help nature so no worries! Got the risotto and mac nut crusted mahi mahi. Also hula pie- duh!

We knew we were coming to Maui so we made a reservation a couple weeks in advance just incase we wanted to eat there. I can't remember if I put it in the comments or it just worked out like that but we were able to sit right front and center on the outside patio. Live music too. Our reservation for dinner was 6pm and it worked out perfectly cause by the time we ordered and got our food the sunset was starting. The vibes were immaculate and we loved it. Food was excellent. We split the crusted fish and the 12 hour pork shank. So bomb. Guava daiquiri was excellent.

Always an amazing dining experience Only thing missing is the Hawaiian Air. Highly recommend

Right off the boardwalk at the Honua Kai resort, if you arrive by car you'll need to park in the parking lot between the Aston Mahana and the Honua Kai resort, drive past all the food trucks when you turn in and drive all the way down to the end. A short walk and you're there! Service was great, and it was during the Thanksgiving weekend too. We were here 3 times during our stay and the foods were great. Recommend the breakfast burrito, coconut shrimp (way better dine in than take out), the pork shank, and the seafood risotto. The ribs appetizer was meh. Seared catch of the day was ok but not amazing. Pricing is as expected for the location, you can catch a pretty nice sunset here.

Beautiful views, great service, great pina colada but I hated the food. The nachos had no cheese on it and the sauce was so spicy. I left with a huge stomach ache. Would probably only go back for drinks.

Very yummy food and a great ambience. Best Mai Thai in town! Great location poolside with easy access to and from the beach and surrounding resorts.

We came to Duke's on our first visit to Maui in 2016, and loved the food, beautiful view and their cocktails. We made it a point to visit again during our trip this time. Duke style lunch plate was good, though they could do better with rice. Just plain white rice wasn't a good match to the fish on the plate. My husband opted for a salad, that he totally devoured! Salad was fresh and tasty. We also got a POG slushy for our toddler and he loved it. Cocktails were amazing as we remembered from the last time. We tried their pie for the first time, and man... that pie was huge and delicious. Overall, we enjoyed our lunch! Will be back next time. Oh! And service was amazing. Very prompt and Al thought the place was busy, we didn't have to wait forever for our food.

The lunch was great as usual. Our server was very nice. I loved the tacos - especially the sauce. The salad was also very good. It's our 3rd time at Dukes and we're glad we could return

My family and I visited Duke's after the beach. We enjoyed our lunch and the customer service was great. Our waiter was attentive and polite. There was a live performer and the vibe was spectacular. We ordered 2 of the WAIPOLI FARMS CAESAR with chicken and MANGO BBQ CHICKEN SALAD. Very delicious and affordable. I enjoyed my lunch and I would come back.

We went here for dinner today. Had the coconut shrimp. Also had the macadamia nut mahi mahi. Others had the seafood risotto. Both were very good

Descent food for a small chain. Simple dishes. Fish is fresh. Good selection of drinks. Make sure plan ahead as the wait can get long.

Not a bad dinner option in Lahaina if you're looking for a nice dinner out with a view of the ocean. Wait times can get long if you do not have a reservation, we overheard the hostess telling walk in guests wait times of a little over an hour at 5-6pm. If you do decide to wait or get there early, would recommend taking a walk along the beach as it's a nice area. There's a parking lot for guests right outside the Outrigger Honua Kai Resort which was a short walk away. You can either walk around or through the resort to get to the restaurant. We dined in during live music which was fun to figure out which cover songs the musician was playing (an array of bands ranging from The Smiths, America and even Radiohead - not that anyone else was probably paying attention lol). Vibes in inside were majorly tourists that were staying in the nearby resorts (take that for what you will). Drinks were amazing and we were seated with a nice view of the sunset. Our server Jolene was very helpful and provided recommendations on what to order. The Furikake Ahi Steak had a nice kick (we're used to spice too) and the herb macnut crusted fish had excellent flavor (lemon caper sauce was very good). Had to end the night with a Hula Pie which was excellent as always and pretty self explanatory if you've been to other Duke's locations.

Great ambiance. Locate next to Marriot Nanea resort. Views from table to beach are great. Service was excellent. Wedge salad one of the best I have had. Don't forget the Hula pie for dessert

What a fantastic 40th birthday dinner for my niece at Dukes, everything was perfect, the view of the sea, the sunset, live music, local cuisine, Joey our server. It was a lovely way to celebrate together as a family. We shared Korean ribs and Crispy Shrimp pupus while we drank our cocktails. My Mai Tai was in a beautiful big tiki glass and appropriately strong. Mocktails were delicious too. The banana wrapped Mong Chong with shrimp was popular, we ordered 2 and both declared delicious. The fish tacos were crunchy and came with the fixings. The pork was an enormous portion, while the potatoes with the unusual addition of wasabi were a hit. As it was a birthday Joey brought us out a complimentary and HUGE slice of their famous Hula Pie with a birthday candle and extra spoons and joined in our Happy Birthday song. Joey looked after us so well, with excellent customer service and friendly banter. We will definitely be returning to Dukes for special occasion dinners, and we will continue to drop in for a relaxed laid back drink at the bar when we are at the beach.

Service was excellent. Our server was friendly and always around. Ambiance was pleasant and they were able to find a seat for our party of 13. Food was ok. My pork shank was a large portion but seemed to be missing a little flavor. Overall it wasn't bad, I would just try something different next time.

Pretty good. Nothing special, portions are a little small for the price, but food was good. We just had eggs and coffee, which is VERY sweet. So don't order that too early in the morning if you don't like sweet things early!

Definitely a fan! Excellent service and great food! Luckily we got a table with a great view as well. We booked a reservation weeks before since we were staying at the Honua Kai Resort where it is located.

Celebrating a birthday in Hawaii is already epic, but add Hula Pie at Duke's and you've unlocked legendary status! This wasn't just any dessert; it was a symphony of textures and flavors. Imagine a decadent chocolate cookie crust cradling creamy macadamia nut ice cream, all smothered in hot fudge and crowned with toasted macadamia nuts and whipped cream. Each bite was pure bliss, especially with the ocean breeze and celebratory vibes. Beyond the Hula Pie (which is truly a must-try!), Duke's offered breathtaking views and a delightful atmosphere. It was the perfect spot to indulge, relax, and create unforgettable birthday memories.

Had a decent meal here on a recent trip to Maui. The drinks were tasty (albeit very weak) and the view is great. We waited almost an hour for a table, but were able to walk the beach and watch the sunset while we waited, so not too bad. The food took forever to arrive and was just okay. Nothing really stood out as impressive, and the quality of the meats were mediocre. LOVED the sauce on the ribs, though. You're there to feel fancy and have a meal near the water, so it serves that purpose. If you're after great food, I'd keep searching.

The flavors are on point. The coconut shrimp is too expensive for what is on the plate. Fun ambience and attentive staff.

Delicious! Beautiful beach side restaurant. Sam was our server and he was awesome! Highly recommend!

We were a HUGE group and because they had to move us around to accommodate us they comped a bunch of hula pies. We got a separate room. The staff was so great. Especially because we had 5 kids under the age of four in the group. They offered to bring the food out for the kids first. So smart. All our food was SOOOO GOOD. The Mac crusted gosh was STELLAR. It's the most popular for a reason. It's way expensive but pretty hard to top in location. Also the parking at honua kai is free so at least that's easy.

We must have hit this place on the wrong day. Maybe they have the good servers the day off for Mother's Day, but we didn't get the drinks we ordered, and when we brought it to our server's attention, he asked if we wanted the correct ones. Got the wrong food and never had a drink refill. Supposed to be live music, but they didn't start while we were there.

Such a pretty place for lunch! All the food was delicious and they were v quick. Highly recommend the coco shrimp and the poke tacos!

Always a great place. We were glad to see that Dukes is still here and contributing their support for the residents of lahaina. The food was amazing. We got the macadamia nut crusted fresh catch and fried calamari. Both were prepared perfectly. And of course we finished with the hula pie!

Great spot for dinner! Loved the ambiance! Filet Mignon was delicious and my husband enjoyed his pork shank. It did take a bit to get our meals but once we did it was all good. Our boys really enjoyed their first Hula pie!

I don't know what people are enjoying about this spot. This was my third time coming and I can't honestly say never again. The first two visits were decent but this last visit was a complete waste of money. I ordered the fish tacos and the corn tortillas were like cardboard! I couldn't even bite into them. My fish was over cooked and had the texture of chicken. I ordered fries instead of chips and they were old. Ugh. What a let down. My friend ordered the seafood risotto and it tasted like wine that didn't cook down. It had 1 shrimp, 1 mini lobster tail, and was mostly fish in rice with limp kale. The ambience is cool here but the food is a complete let down. The server was friendly and efficient- hence the two stars. Don't believe the hype. People on vacation rate the food higher than it is because they're happy. I get it but this is not it.

The food is mediocre and the service was atrocious. Went for lunch and sat there for 45 minutes before someone came to help us. Flagged down no less than 5 servers and bus boys asking if someone could take our order. Was about to leave and finally received some service. I can't recall the last time we had such a poor dining experience. Can't recommend.

Aloha Following our review which included some Nachos that were not very good I was contacted by a member of the management team who kindly offer us a "do over". He worked very hard with our schedule to make it work even offering drinks or Hula pie if we came in when Nachos weren't on menu. Unfortunately, we couldn't make it happen on our end. In exchange for his efforts however I would like to try to make our visit a 5. Not sure I can make it happen but I will try. I would also suggest that if you have any problems reach out to management while you are there. I should have done that first offering them a chance to fix a pretty simple issue rather than taking a shot at them. Lesson learned by me. Mahalo Manager Nick and my best to all Duke's employees who do their best to give us a great experience. Until we meet again.

It was our first time at Duke's and it was amazing. Our server was amazing and the service was just 10/10! The view was breath taking! The food was sooo good, very bite was good as the last one! Haha.