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Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort, Koloa, HI

Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

4.5
4.5
2784 Reviews
$50 and over
Hawaii Regional Cuisine

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
Red Salt’s diverse menu by acclaimed Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas celebrates fresh Hawaiian seafood and produce in a casual, yet sophisticated seaside atmosphere. Modern dinner cuisine includes favorites from both land and sea, decadent desserts, tableside martinis and more, all served in a contemporary setting.
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Sushi, Pacific Rim
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Sushi Lounge Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (855) 747-8444
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Noelani Planas
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas’ Red Salt restaurant offers an acclaimed dining experience for those who seek something different. With intimate spaces that can accommodate 2-100 people, Red Salt welcomes you to private dining.
  • Private party contact
    Krista Torres: (808) 742-4201
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Cross street
    Red Salt is located inside Ko'a Kea Resort.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available for diners.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina - January

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 1, 2025 - Feb 1, 2025
    Jan 16, 23 | Executive Chef Noelani Planas invites you to an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite champagne pairings & live music. Paired wine courses with Daou Vineyards selections. House Ricotta Chesapeake Bay Oyster Duo Kanpachi Sashimi Wagyu NY Strip & Hudson Valley Foie Gras Layered Red Salt Cake Must be 21+. Location may change due to inclement weather. No menu modifications. Filming Notice: Photography & video may be taken at this event for documentary & publicity purposes.
    Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina - January Photo
  • Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina - February

    $295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 2, 2025 - Feb 28, 2025
    Feb 12, 27 | Executive Chef Noelani Planas invites you to an unforgettable 5-course chef’s table dinner on the oceanview lanai, complete with exquisite champagne pairings & live music. Paired wine courses with Foley Family Wines selections. House Ricotta Chesapeake Bay Oyster Duo Kanpachi Sashimi Wagyu NY Strip & Hudson Valley Foie Gras Layered Red Salt Cake Must be 21+. Location may change due to inclement weather. No menu modifications. Filming Notice: Photography & video may be taken at this event for documentary & publicity purposes.
    Chef Noelani's Dinner Pa’ina - February Photo
  • Romance Dining for Two

    Feb 13, 2025 - Feb 23, 2025
    Join us for an intimate dinner curated by Chef Noelani Planas with your special someone. We will be featuring a four course menu for two $185 in addition to our Red Salt menu: First > CHESAPEAKE BAY DUO OYSTERS | passionfruit mignonette, ogo, baika caviar, micro greens | hawaiian chili pepper ponzu, ikura, micro herbs Second > BAKED LOBSTER DYNAMITE | deep sea crab, kona lobster, asparagus, dynamite & unagi sauces, tempura crunchies Third > 12OZ FILET A LA CARTE | kauai coffee & cocoa spiced rub, boursin mashed potatoes, asparagus, maui onion red wine demi Final > MOLTEN CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE | vanilla bean ice cream, white chocolate sauce

What 2,784 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kauai

    Best Food

  • Kauai

    Best Service

  • Kauai

    Innovative

  • Kauai

    Healthy

  • Kauai

    Great for fine wines

  • Kauai

    Romantic

  • Kauai

    Good for special occasions

  • Kauai

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Red Salt at Ko'a Kea Resort offers "incredible dinner flavors beyond belief" with standout dishes like lobster gnocchi and ahi steak. The service is consistently praised, with servers like Jojo providing "exceptional" experiences. While some find it pricey, many agree it's "worth every penny" for a memorable dining experience.
2,784 Reviews
  1. Ken

    VIP

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food here is always good. Service seems to be deteriorating over the past few years. Twice in the last month orders were seriously goofed up. They were fixed with apologies but still. Drinks were very slow in coming both visits in the last month (lime 20 minutes). This mirrors our experience over the past few years with each year getting slightly worse. Maybe it’s hard to find staff? Still like it but service wise Red Salt seems to be losing a step. .

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  2. Sean

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sushi was out of this world, highly recommend the dynamite roll it was 10000/10. One of the best meals my wife and I had while visiting Kauai. We also enjoyed the 14 oz ribeye, some truffle fries, and delciois cocktails (expresso martini and island breeze). Everything was FANTASTIC!!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Sean! Mahalo for sharing your wonderful 5-star review with us! It was truly an honor to be part of such a special occasion as your honeymoon. We are thrilled to hear you loved the sushi, entrées, and of course our yummy drinks! We hope the experience added a memorable touch to your celebration! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness together! We look forward to welcoming you back to Red Salt in the future! Mahalo, Krista T.

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  3. George

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lite dinner consisting of appetizers. This gave us the opportunity to sample more items. Very tasty and nicely presented.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 4 days ago
    Aloha George, We are elated to hear that you enjoyed your party's birthday celebration at Red Salt! We look forward to welcoming you back to Ko'a Kea Resort soon! Mahalo, Krista T.

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  4. Cynthia M

    Key West

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Red salt is definitely not a place to miss for an incredible dinner flavors beyond belief, we will go back again and again.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 4 days ago
    Aloha Cynthia, Thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that Red Salt exceeded your expectations with its incredible flavors. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more unforgettable dining experiences. Aloha and see you soon! Mahalo, Joanna

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  5. LisaJ

    VIP

    Austin

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was not bad at all and the atmosphere was fantastic!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Lisa! Thank you for sharing your feedback and for choosing Red Salt to celebrate your birthday! We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the fantastic atmosphere and that the food met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ko'a Kea Resort for another memorable experience. Mahalo, Krista T.

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  6. jon

    VIP

    Hawaii

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding and served quickly. Staff very professional.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Jon, Mahalo for your 5 star rating and for allowing Red Salt to be part of your wife's birthday celebration! We are so glad you had a great experience and truly appreciate the opportunity to make your wife's special day memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ko'a Kea Resort! Kindly, Krista T.

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  7. Thomas

    Washington DC

    109 reviews

    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably our most favorite restaurant on earth. Our server, I believe Andrea was her name, was the best. The food, ambience, happy staff and customers, all led to our outstanding experience. Dinner again is planned this evening. Great place!
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Thomas! Mahalo for your 5-star review and for choosing Red Salt to celebrate your anniversary! We are truly honored to be considered your favorite restaurant! We are delighted to hear that Andrea provided exceptional service and that the food, ambiance, and positive energy of our staff contributed to your outstanding experience. We look forward to making more memorable experiences with you next time! a hui hou kakou (Until we meet again) Krista T.

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  8. Carol

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was well prepared. Ming Chong perfectly cooked. Ahi was delicious, as was the lobster gnocchi. The services was excellent, very attentive and not overly present. It’s a bit noisy. Not the best choice if you struggle to hear conversations.
    Red Salt at Ko’a Kea ResortResponded 1 day ago
    Aloha Carol, Mahalo for the wonderful 5-star review! We are so glad you enjoyed the food and found our staff attentive. We truly appreciate your feedback about the noise level and will keep that in mind as we continue to improve. We look forward to welcoming you back to Red Salt soon! Krista T.

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  9. Lisa

    VIP

    Hawaii

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on January 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food in Kauai so far. Loved the homemade ricotta and scallop appetizers. Service outstanding.

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  10. Tina

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Myan our waiter was great with his recommendations. The Ahi steak was amazing! We will be back!

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Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort is rated 4.5 stars by 2784 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 57 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Red Salt at Ko’a Kea Resort

2251 Poipu Rd, Koloa, HI 96756

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Red Salt is located inside Ko'a Kea Resort.
  • Neighborhood
    Koloa
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Sushi Lounge Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Hawaii Regional Cuisine, Sushi, Pacific Rim
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking available for diners.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Noelani Planas
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (855) 747-8444
  • Private party facilities
    Executive Chef and Kauai native Noelani Planas’ Red Salt restaurant offers an acclaimed dining experience for those who seek something different. With intimate spaces that can accommodate 2-100 people, Red Salt welcomes you to private dining.
  • Private party contact
    Krista Torres: (808) 742-4201
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