Restaurant in Kihei, United States
Oao
100Pearl PointsConvenient Dinner

About Oao
Oao is a practical Kihei pick near Wailea when flexibility matters more than a formal special-occasion setup. It works for casual dinners, mixed schedules, short-hop takeout nearby, but cross-shop Aurum Maui, Lineage, or Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui if the meal needs a clearer sense of occasion.
Oao is a Kihei venue with casual dress and a broad weekly schedule. The verified hours are 3–10 PM on Monday and Tuesday, 12–10 PM Wednesday through Sunday. Beyond those basics, details such as cuisine, pricing, booking requirements, takeout, delivery, chef identity, awards, menu format are not confirmed here, so plan with the venue's official channels before making it the anchor for a specific kind of night.
Use Oao as a practical Kihei option when the known schedule fits your plans. The safest expectation is casual rather than formal, because casual dress is the only verified style detail available. If your plans depend on a specific cuisine, dietary accommodation, price point, or service format, confirm those details directly before you go.
Use it when convenience matters more than ceremony
Oao makes the most sense when the confirmed hours are what matter: 12–10 PM on Wednesday through Sunday, 3–10 PM on Monday and Tuesday. For other regional options to compare while planning, consider Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui, Lineage, or Manoli's Pizza Company.
If portability or a quick format is the priority, the available Oao details do not confirm takeout, delivery, or a specific off-premise setup. Compare practical details directly with Spoon & Key Market, or scan our full Kihei restaurants guide for other options.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose Oao if you want a casual Kihei venue and its verified hours fit your schedule. Cross-shop if the decision depends on awards, chef identity, wine depth, cuisine style, pricing, or a special-occasion format, because those details are not verified here. Other comparison points include Aurum Maui, Lineage, Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui, Manoli's Pizza Company, Spoon & Key Market.
For broader trip planning, use our full Kihei hotels guide, our full Kihei bars guide, our full Kihei wineries guide, our full Kihei experiences guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oao handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not verified here. Check the venue's official channels before you go, especially if the group has specific needs.
What are alternatives to Oao?
For comparison while planning, consider Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui, Lineage, Manoli's Pizza Company, Aurum Maui, or Spoon & Key Market. Confirm each venue's current hours and details directly before deciding.
Is Oao good for a special occasion?
Oao may work if a casual Kihei setting and the confirmed hours fit the occasion. If the decision depends on awards, chef identity, a formal format, or other special-occasion signals, those details are not verified here. Check the venue's official channels for the latest details.
Is Oao good for solo dining?
It can be a practical solo option if you want a casual Kihei venue and the hours work for you. Oao is open 3–10 PM Monday and Tuesday, 12–10 PM Wednesday through Sunday.
How far ahead should I book Oao?
Reservation or booking requirements are not verified here. Check Oao's official channels for current availability, especially if you are planning around a specific date or time.
Location
34 Wailea Gateway Pl, Kihei, HI 96753
Kihei, United States
Compare Oao
| Venue | Location |
|---|---|
| Oao | Kihei |
| Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui | Wailea |
| Spoon & Key Market | Kihei |
| Manoli's Pizza Company | Kihei |
| Lineage | Wailea |
| Aurum Maui | Kihei |
How Oao Kihei compares with similar nearby venues.
Where to go if Oao does not fit
If Oao is not the right match, start with Spoon & Key Market for a lighter, more portable plan or Manoli's Pizza Company for an easy group dinner. For a more polished night, compare Aurum Maui before committing.
How Oao compares in Kihei
Choose Oao when the group wants an accessible Kihei dinner close to Wailea and does not need a heavily signposted occasion meal. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Wailea, Maui is the stronger choice for a higher-energy Wailea night, while Lineage is the better cross-shop when the meal itself needs to carry more weight.
For value and ease, Spoon & Key Market is the smarter backup if portability or a lighter plan matters. Manoli's Pizza Company is better for a casual group that wants a relaxed, familiar format. Aurum Maui is the one to compare when ambiance and a more composed dinner feel matter more than flexibility.
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