Teppan-yaki Dan
Kaanapali, Lahaina
Restaurant in Lahaina, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Teppan-yaki Dan is a practical Lahaina dinner pick when the group wants a social, room-centered meal rather than a quiet chef-led destination. Book it for family dinners, birthdays, or an easy evening after Kā‘anapali beach time; cross-shop resort and casual peers if menu breadth, awards, or lunch service matter more.
About Teppan-yaki Dan
Teppan-yaki Dan is a Lahaina dinner option with a simple profile: it is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, closed Sunday and Monday, lists a smart casual dress code. Beyond those basics, specific menu details, pricing, seating details, chef information, awards, service features are not available, so the safest way to plan is around the evening hours and to check the venue directly before you go.
Use it as a Lahaina dinner possibility when the timing works for your trip. Because it does not offer lunch or brunch, it should not be treated as a daytime dining option. If you are comparing other nearby choices, consider named alternatives such as Hula Grill Kaanapali, Maui Brewing Co. Kā'anapali, Monkeypod Kitchen, Takumi, or Ulu Kitchen by Merriman, depending on what kind of evening you want.
Choose it for an evening plan
The strongest reason to consider Teppan-yaki Dan is its defined dinner window: Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM. It is closed on Monday and Sunday. That makes it a better fit for a planned evening meal than for a flexible all-day itinerary. Readers comparing options can also use Pearl's Lahaina restaurants guide for the broader field.
Award information, price range, chef profile, seat count, phone number, takeout or delivery details, allergy guidance, or full menu description are not available. The practical approach is to confirm current details directly with the venue, then compare it with other dining rooms if you need a different schedule or format.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose this if the Tuesday-to-Saturday dinner hours and smart casual dress code fit your Lahaina plans. Cross-shop if you need lunch, Sunday or Monday dining, a clearly documented menu, a specific price point, or a restaurant with accolades. Nearby options to compare include Hula Grill Kaanapali, Maui Brewing Co. Kā'anapali, Monkeypod Kitchen, Takumi, Ulu Kitchen by Merriman.
Planning details
- Location
- 2605 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761
- Website
- marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hnmsi-sheraton-maui-resort-and-spa/dining
- Phone
- (808) 661-0031
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Teppan-yaki Dan foregrounds the theatrical pleasures of teppanyaki: the heat from the griddle, the clang of steel and a chef’s practiced choreography transform cooking into entertainment. Situated on the Kaanapali Parkway, the restaurant sits within a lively resort corridor where salt air and late-afternoon light frame the experience. Communal tables ring a central griddle, so the meal feels participatory and social rather than private. The setting reads as scenic and performative rather than quiet or intimate — it’s designed for people who want dinner to be as much about atmosphere and showmanship as about ingredients.
Best For
This is a dinner-first proposition built around a communal, structured service model. The kitchen stages a 90– to 120‑minute participatory meal, which makes the restaurant especially well suited to groups, celebrations and special-occasion dinners where the performance element adds to the occasion. Travelers along the Kaanapali dining strip and resort guests find the format easy to slot into an evening’s plans: it’s not a quick lunch stop but a planned event that pairs well with sunset views and the coastal resort context described in the venue copy.
Ordering Tips
Treat the menu like a lineup of proteins engineered for hot, short-contact cooking: choose items that hold up to high heat and quick searing. The teppanyaki format favors steaks and shellfish, so pick from signature options such as ribeye, filet mignon, lobster, shrimp and scallops. Expect a communal service rhythm—meals are staged around the central griddle and typically run ninety minutes to two hours—so order with the group in mind and be prepared for a shared, theatrical dining pace rather than a la carte, staggered courses.
Venue details
Ambiance
Intimate tableside dining with lively chef performances and exotic Far East flair.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- ribeye steak
- lobster
- filet mignon
- shrimp
- scallops
Planning details
Location
2605 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761 · Directions
marriott.com/en-us/hotels/hnmsi-sheraton-maui-resort-and-spa/dining
Also consider
If you cannot get the timing to work
Try Takumi first if the group wants to stay close to a Japanese-leaning dinner format. For a more relaxed fallback with broader appeal, use Monkeypod Kitchen, especially when the group includes diners who want New American options.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Lahaina
Against Maui Brewing Co. Kā'anapali and Monkeypod Kitchen, Teppan-yaki Dan is the better choice when the table wants a more contained dinner experience and less of a casual bar-and-restaurant feel. Maui Brewing Co. Kā'anapali is the safer pick for a looser group meal, while Monkeypod Kitchen is stronger for New American cooking and a broader social night.
Hula Grill Kaanapali is a better fit when the setting is the point and the group wants a classic Kā‘anapali resort meal. Ulu Kitchen by Merriman is the stronger cross-shop for diners prioritizing a more polished restaurant feel. Teppan-yaki Dan wins on occasion structure: it gives the meal a built-in focal point, which helps with families and celebrations.
Takumi is the closest comparison for readers staying within a Japanese-leaning lane in Lahaina. Choose Takumi if the priority is a more conventional meal format; choose Teppan-yaki Dan if the table wants dinner to feel more interactive and easy to organize.
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Compare Teppan-yaki Dan
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teppan-yaki Dan | Lahaina | ; | No published awards |
| Maui Brewing Co. Kā'anapali | Lahaina | ; | No published awards |
| Takumi | Lahaina | ; | 2026 Tabelog Bronze · #4502026 Michelin PlateTabelog 100 - French - TOKYO - 2025 · #4Tabelog 100 - Steak / Teppanyaki - EAST - 2025 · #41Tabelog 100 - Sushi - TOKYO - 2025 · #472025 Tabelog Bronze2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Hula Grill Kaanapali | Kaanapali | ; | No published awards |
| Ulu Kitchen by Merriman | Lahaina | ; | No published awards |
| Monkeypod Kitchen | Lahaina | New American | 2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #692 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Teppan-yaki Dan good for a special occasion?
It may work for an evening plan if the schedule fits: Teppan-yaki Dan is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM and closed Monday and Sunday. Specific occasion features are not available, so confirm directly with the venue if you need particular arrangements.
What should I wear to Teppan-yaki Dan?
The dress code is smart casual. Keep the outfit neat and comfortable for dinner in Lahaina.
Can I eat at the bar at Teppan-yaki Dan?
Is lunch or dinner better at Teppan-yaki Dan?
Dinner is the only service window: Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed. No lunch hours are offered.
