
PILINA
Wailea-Makena, Wailea
Bar in Wailea, United States
Why go
PILINA is the Wailea pick for a polished oceanfront lounge where the food deserves real attention. Go for sushi, raw seafood, hot rock dishes, Hawaiian-leaning cocktails; the $$$ spend makes more sense when dinner is part of the plan, not just a quick drink.
About PILINA
PILINA is a Wailea venue with a $$$ price level, smart casual dress code, nightly hours from 4–10 PM. Those details make it easiest to evaluate as an evening choice: plan around a premium price point, a polished dress expectation, a consistent evening window rather than a daytime or late-night stop.
For broader planning around the area, the Wailea restaurants guide, Wailea bars guide, Wailea hotels guide are the better place to sort the wider local dining and resort scene.
What to know before you plan
What is confirmed is that PILINA operates nightly from 4–10 PM and sits at a $$$ price level, so it should be approached as a premium evening plan in Wailea.
If the menu is the deciding factor for your group, check current details directly before going. That is especially important if you are planning around specific dishes, dietary needs, a family meal, or a particular dining format, because those details are not part of the record here.
Value depends on what you need from the night. At $$$, PILINA makes the most sense for guests who are comfortable with a premium Wailea evening and smart casual dress. It is less useful to evaluate from assumptions about the food, drinks, or setting.
What to confirm directly
For planning purposes, the dependable facts are simple: PILINA is in Wailea, is priced at $$$, observes a smart casual dress code, is open every day from 4–10 PM. Those details support an evening visit, but they do not verify any particular bar format or drink specialty.
Who should choose it
Choose PILINA if you want a premium Wailea option with nightly 4–10 PM hours and a smart casual standard. It is a better fit for guests who are comfortable confirming menu and service specifics directly than for anyone who needs a fully documented cuisine, seating, or drinks profile before deciding.
Planning details
- Location
- 4100 Wailea Alanui Dr, Wailea-Makena, HI 96753
- Website
- pilinamaui.com
- Phone
- (808) 875-4100
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed yet elevated, with an inviting open-air, oceanfront setting that blends resort polish with a sense of place and a scenic coastal backdrop.
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Vibe
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Experience
Format
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by 10pm
- Music
- Live Acoustic Sets and Relaxed Lounge Music
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Espresso Martini
- Sweet Niu
- Lilikocello Martini
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- AMA Bar & Grill, Notable alternative
- KAPA Bar & Grill, Notable alternative
- Lehua Lounge, Notable alternative
- Fleetwood's on Front St., Notable alternative
- Maui Brewing Co. Kahana, Notable alternative
Bar context
How PILINA compares in Wailea
PILINA is the low-friction Wailea choice when the night is centered on ease, setting, drinks with food on the side. AMA Bar & Grill and KAPA Bar & Grill are the closer cross-shops if the group wants a fuller bar-and-grill format before deciding where to spend the evening.
Lehua Lounge is the better comparison for readers prioritizing lounge energy and a more explicitly drinks-led plan. PILINA makes more sense when staying within the Wailea rhythm matters; Lehua Lounge is the one to check if the group wants to compare ambiance first and food second.
Fleetwood's on Front St. and Maui Brewing Co. Kahana are out-of-metro alternatives, so they are not like-for-like substitutes for a Wailea evening. Consider them only if the itinerary already points that way; otherwise, staying with PILINA, AMA Bar & Grill, KAPA Bar & Grill, or Lehua Lounge keeps the night simpler.
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Compare PILINA
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| PILINA | Wailea | No published awards |
| AMA Bar & Grill | Wailea | No published awards |
| KAPA Bar & Grill | Wailea | No published awards |
| Lehua Lounge | Wailea | No published awards |
| Fleetwood's on Front St. | Lahaina | No published awards |
| Maui Brewing Co. Kahana | Napili Honokowai | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PILINA worth the prices?
It may be, if you are looking for a premium Wailea evening and are comfortable with a $$$ price level. The details support planning around nightly 4–10 PM hours and a smart casual dress code.
Is PILINA good for a date?
PILINA can work for a date if you want a Wailea venue with evening hours and a smart casual standard. Specific atmosphere, seating, menu details should be confirmed directly before you go.
Is PILINA open late?
No, not by late-night standards. PILINA’s daily hours are 4–10 PM, so it is better suited to an evening visit than a post-midnight plan.













