One of Maui’s most romantic restaurants is hidden away up on a hill, in the dramatic lobby of the Hotel Wailea. Capische is an intimate, sensual destination, whether you dine in the torch-lit garden surrounded by fresh herbs, or up on the lanai soaking in the sunset. Chef/owner Brian Etheredge and his top knife, Chris Kulis, harvest much of their produce from an on-site garden and orchard and offer a 100-percent-organic tasting menu. They cure their charcuterie from locally raised Berkshire pigs, just as Italian chefs have done for generations. The Caesar crudo, an inventive take on tradition, tops a few seared romaine leaves with Kona kampachi dressed in abalone vinaigrette, garlic aioli, and a sprinkling of black salt. It’s phenomenal, and it’s just the start. Hand-cut pasta, risotto, and gnocchi are paired with such rich and expertly prepared entrees as aromatic braised lamb shank or aged rib-eye. The cioppino is a revelatory mix of lobster, shrimp, and clams steeped in a saffron broth so tantalizing you’ll want to drink it straight from the bowl. Tip: Serious gourmands should consider booking a seat at Il Teatro, the chef’s demonstration kitchen downstairs. Etheredge or Kulis will prepare seven-plus courses a la minute, just for you, discussing each delectable creation as it simmers. It’s a cooking class and feast wrapped up into one unforgettable evening.
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Capische?
555 Kaukahi St., Wailea
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Neighborhood
Wailea
Hours
Mon–Sat 5:30–9:30pm
Phone
808/879-2224
Prices
Main courses $35–$55
Cuisine Type
French/Italian
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555 Kaukahi St. Wailea MauiNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.