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Kō Kō: Sugar Restaurant

Let Kō seduce you with artful interpretations of Hawaiʻi’s exotic blend of multicultural influences — part China, part Japan, with a dash of the Philippines, Korea and Portugal. Visitors and locals alike know this is the restaurant to visit in Wailea. Sourcing top-quality produce from local purveyors, Executive Chef Aris Aurelio sets a lavish feast for the eyes and palette. ‘Ono (delicious) only begins to describe it.

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LOCATION
4100 Wailea Alanui
Maui, Hawai‘i 96753

HOURS
Bar | 11:00AM - 9:00PM
Happy Hour | 4:00PM - 5:00PM
Dinner | 5:00PM - 8:00PM

CONTACT
+1 808 875 2210

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Our Story

Authentic, local, sustainable and rooted in history: Kō reflects our beautiful island palekaiko (paradise). The expansive menu features family recipes that have been passed down for generations. Using fresh, local ingredients, Executive Chef Aris Aurelio conjures exciting, modern cuisine that tells the story of Maui’s multicultural past. Every element — the contemporary design, colors, textures, food and drink — conveys a deep respect and connection to that tradition.

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Private Dining

Celebrating a precious moment? Let us create a personal private dining experience: an exclusive oceanfront experience, an intimate Twilight Dinner for two in a lantern-lit cabana or an elegant evening to remember set among the palms and torches of verdant Kō Garden.

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The Best Brunch on Maui

Sunday Brunch at Kō is returning, October 1st, with brand-new drink specials, delectable island favorites, and live entertainment! Kamaʻāina (25% off) applies.

  • Cocktails

    • E Komo Mai, Tai | $19
      Banks 7 Rum, Lime, Pineapple Syrup, Pineapple Foam
    • Kō-ld Fashioned | $19
      Bacardi Ocho 8 yr. Old Rum, Batavia Arrack, Demerara Syrup, Old Fashioned Bitters
    • Lilikoʻi Margarita | $19
      Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Cointreau, Lilikoʻi Purée, Lime Juice
    • It's Kula Upcountry | $19
      Maui's Own Ocean Vodka, Strawberry Purée, Housemade Sour, Lemon, Mint
    • Tropical Kiss | $19
      Suntory Roku Japanese Gin, Sugarcane Dane Gomme Syrup, Aperol, Lemon Juice
    • Lavender Farm | $19
      Grey Goose Vodka, Kalani Coconut Liqueur, Lavender Simple, Lemon Juice
    • Shiso Sour | $19
      Cazadores Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, Shiso, Lime Agave, Fresh Grapefruit Juice (Sub Local Waikulu Agave Tequiliana, Ask Your Server)
    • Onsen | $19
      Tequila Ocho Blanco, Dolin Vermouth Blanco, Lime Simple, Japanese Cucumber Juice

  • Zero-Proof

    • Hibiscus Fizz | $15
      Seedlip Garden 108, Strawberry, Hibiscus Tea Syrup, Lime, Fever-Tree Grapefruit Soda
    • The Big Chill | $15
      Seedlip Garden 108, Sugarcane Dane Tropical Gomme Syrup, Lime, Hawaiian Chili Water
    • Lilikoʻi No-Jito | $15
      Seedlip Garden 108, Lilikoʻi, Lime, Mint, Soda

  • Wine by the Glass

    • 6 oz Bottle
    • Moscato D'asti by Chiarlo "Nivole" (Sweet)
      $14 $55
      Italy
    • Prosecco by Ruffino
      $16 $60
      Italy
    • Sparkling Brut Rosé by Louis Pommery
      $20 $75
      California
    • Champagne by Pommery "Blue Label Brut Royal"
      $23 $88
      Riems
    • Rosé du Provence by Chateau La Gordonne
      $17 $64
      France
    • Rosé by Acrobat
      $14 $55
      Oregon
    • Pinot Grigio by Benvolio
      $16 $60
      Italy
    • Verdejo by Celeste "Sur Lie"
      $17 $64
      Spain
    • Sauvignon Blanc by Dashwood
      $15 $56
      New Zealand
    • Sauvignon Blanc by La Crema
      $16 $60
      Sonoma
    • Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc by Belleruche
      $16 $60
      France
    • American Riesling by Eroica
      $18 $70
      Washington
    • Vermentino by Casanova della Spinetta Toscana
      $18 $70
      Italy
    • Unoaked Chardonnay by Chehalem "Inox"
      $18 $70
      Oregon
    • Chardonnay by Chalk Hill
      $16 $60
      R.R.V.
    • Chardonnay by Elizabeth Spencer
      $21 $80
      Oregon
    • Pinot Noir by Davis Bynum
      $21 $80
      R.R.V.
    • Pinot Noir by Migration
      $23 $88
      Sonoma
    • Pinot Noir by Elouan
      $18 $70
      Oregon
    • Cabernet Sauvignon by Oberon
      $18 $70
      Napa Valley
    • Zinfandel Blend by The Prisoner Wine Co.
      $27 $98
      California
    • Cabernet Sauvignon by Quilt
      $23 $88
      Napa Valley
    • Malbec by Catena
      $16 $60
      Argentina
    • Shiraz by Mad Fish
      $16 $60
      Australia

  • Beer & Seltzer

    • Maui Brewing Co. Beer | $10
      Bikini Blonde Lager, Big Swell IPA, Pineapple Mana Wheat
    • Maui Brewing Co. Seltzer | $10
      Inquire with Server for Seasonal Flavors
    • Kona Brewing Co. Beer | $10
      Longboard Lager
    • Kona Spiked Island Seltzer | $10
      Inquire with Server for Seasonal Flavors
    • Domestic / Import Beers | $10
      Bud Light, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Corona, Heineken

  • Champagne du Reims

    • Bottle
    • Moët & Chandon
      -- $130
      Brut Imperial
    • Pommery
      -- $142
      Brut Rosé Royal
    • Veuve Clicquot
      -- $165
      Brut Yellow Label
    • Louis Roederer
      -- $500
      Cristal 2014
    • Dom Perignon
      -- $480
      2012

  • Whites

    Sauvignon Blanc
    • Bottle
    • Oyster Bay
      -- $65
      Marlborough, New Zealand
    • Ladoucette Comte Lafond Sancerre
      -- $125
      Loire Valley, France
    • La Petite Perrière
      -- $60
      Loire Valley, France
    • Craggy Range
      -- $80
      Marlborough, New Zealand
    • Ladoucette Les Deux Toure
      -- $80
      Loire Valley, France
    • Cade
      -- $85
      Napa Valley, California

  • Whites

    Whimsical Whites
    • Bottle
    • L'ecole No. 41 Chenin Blanc
      -- $78
      Yakima Valley, Washington
    • Zilliken Riesling
      -- $70
      Mosel River, Germany
    • Planeta Bianco
      -- $60
      Sicilia, Italy
    • Upshot White Blend
      -- $60
      Sonoma, California
    • Zind Humbrecht Pinot Gris
      -- $70
      Alsace, France
    • Pazo Das Bruxas Albarino
      -- $65
      Rias Baixas, Spain

  • Whites

    Chardonnay
    • Bottle
    • Château de la Crée 1er Cru
      -- $105
      Montangy, France
    • Domaine Vincent Wengier
      -- $84
      Chablis, France
    • Rancho Vinedos Dona Martina
      -- $125
      Santa Maria, California
    • Jordan
      -- $98
      Russian River Valley, California
    • Kosta Browne One Sixteen
      -- $140
      Russian River Valley, California
    • Ferrari-Carano Reserve
      -- $86
      Sonoma County, California
    • Rombauer
      -- $100
      Carneros, California
    • Plumpjack Estate
      -- $120
      Napa Valley, California
    • Jadot
      -- $170
      Pulligny Montrachet, France
    • Domaine Serene Evenstad Reserve
      -- $120
      Willamette Valley, Oregon
    • Kistler
      -- $125
      Sonoma, California

  • Rosé

    • Bottle
    • Chateau d'Esclans Whispering Angel
      -- $75
      Provence, France
    • Davis Bynum Rosé of Pinot Noir
      -- $65
      Russian River Valley, California

  • Reds

    Pinot Noir
    • Bottle
    • Flowers
      -- $100
      Sonoma Coast, California
    • Martin Ray
      -- $65
      Sonoma Coast, California
    • Sean Minor Signature Series
      -- $70
      Sonoma Coast, California
    • Domaine Doreau
      -- $106
      Monthelie, France
    • Neyers
      -- $115
      Russian River Valley, California
    • Merry Edwards
      -- $150
      Russian River Valley, California
    • Cakebread Two Creeks
      -- $95
      Anderson Valley, California
    • Ponzi Tavola
      -- $70
      Anderson Valley, California
    • Alta Maria
      -- $70
      Santa Maria, California
    • Ken Wright "Savoya"
      -- $125
      Willamette Valley, Oregon

  • Reds

    Unique Varietals
    • Bottle
    • Mollydooker The Boxer, Shiraz
      -- $85
      McLaren Vale, Australia
    • Pio Cesare Barbera d'Alba
      -- $80
      Piedmonte, Italy
    • Achaval Ferrer Cab Franc
      -- $65
      Mendoza, Argentina
    • Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino
      -- $120
      Tuscany, Italy
    • Plumpjack Merlot
      -- $125
      Napa Valley, California
    • Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano Barolo
      -- $100
      Piedmonte, California

  • Reds

    Red Blends
    • Bottle
    • Jean-Michel Sorrel Hermitage Le Vignon
      -- $150
      Rhône, France
    • Château la Nerthe Chateauneuf-du-Pape‘19
      -- $100
      Rhône, France
    • Unshackled Blend
      -- $75
      California
    • Paraduxx
      -- $80
      Napa Valley, California
    • Neyers Sage Canyon
      -- $75
      St. Helena, California
    • Rodney Strong Symmetry
      -- $105
      Sonoma, California
    • Opus One
      -- $500
      Napa Valley, California
    • Chateau Tournefeuille Lalande-de-Pomerol
      -- $70
      Bordeaux, France
    • Alvaro Palacios Camins
      -- $65
      Priorat, Spain

  • Reds

    Cabernet Sauvignon
    • Bottle
    • Justin
      -- $80
      Paso Robles, California
    • Crossbarn Paul Hobbs
      -- $110
      Napa Valley, California
    • Casa Lapostolle Cuvee Alexandre
      -- $80
      Vinedo Apalta, Chile
    • The Prisoner Wine Co.
      -- $100
      Napa Valley, California
    • Rockaway
      -- $140
      Alexander Valley, California
    • Silver Oak
      -- $150
      Alexander Valley, California
    • Heitz Cellar Lot C-91
      -- $170
      Napa Valley, California
    • Cade Estate
      -- $210
      Napa Valley, California
    • Silver Oak
      -- $250
      Napa Valley, California
    • Luke
      -- $70
      Columbia Valley, Washington
    • Hall
      -- $90
      Napa Valley, California
    • Edamame | $6
      Hawaiian Salt, Lemon
    • Tsunami Fries | $8
      Chili Aioli, Sweet Soy, Furikake
    • Oishi Sushi | $17
      Spicy Tuna Roll, Tempura Battered, Orange Tobiko, Sweet Soy Glaze
    • Lavender Honey Crispy Shrimp | $15
      Maui Lavender Honey Sauce, Candied Macadamia Nuts, Smashed Sesame Cucumbers
    • Hawaiian Style Ahi Poke * | $14
      Sweet Potato Chips, Ogo, Inamona Nuts, Green Onions
    • Mauka Harvest Salad | $13
      Pohole Fern Shoots, Hearts of Palm, Kula Baby Lettuce, Macadamia Nuts, Lilikoʻi Vinaigrette

  • Moʻono

    Delicious, Favorable
    • Ahi On The Rock * - GFO | $MP
      Island Fresh Tuna, Shichimi, Orange Ginger Miso (Wine Pairing: Pommery)
    • Coconut Curry Soup - GFO | $19
      Ulu, Coconut Milk, Ginger, Olena, Kula Tomato, Cilantro (Wine Pairing: Côtes-du-Rhône Blanc)
    • Mauka Harvest Salad - GFO | $26
      Pohole Fern Shoots, Hearts Of Palm, Kula Baby Lettuce, Macadamia Nuts, Lilikoʻi Vinaigrette (Wine Pairing: Prosecco)
    • Oishi Sushi * - GFO | $33
      Spicy Tuna Roll, Tempura Battered, Sweet Soy, Chili Aioli, Tobiko (Wine Pairing: Provence Rosé)
    • Lavender Honey Crispy Shrimp | $29
      Maui Lavender Honey Sauce, Candied Macadamia Nuts, Smashed Sesame Cucumbers (Wine Pairing: Sparkling Rosé)

  • Pūpū

    Appetizers
    • Kona Kampachi Crudo * - GFO | $33
      Kaffir-Calamansi Shoyu, Citrus Roasted Beets, Crispy Garlic Oil (Wine Pairing: Pommery)
    • Ahi Tataki On Shrimp Toast | $29
      Sesame Mung Beans, XO Aioli, Bonito Flakes (Wine Pairing: Sparkling Rosé)
    • Chicken And Mushroom Lumpia | $26
      Chef’s Treasured Family Recipe, Green Papaya Atchara, Sweet Chili Sauce (Wine Pairing: Acrobat Rosé)
    • Chilled Bang Bang Chicken & Somen Noodles * - GFO | $28
      Chili-Peanut Sauce, Cucumber, Cilantro, Szechuan Sesame Chili Oil (Wine Pairing: Moscato d'Asti)
    • Pork Belly Bao Buns | $24
      Black Sesame Bao, Bacon Jam, Pickled Chayote & Maui Onion, Jalapeño (Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc)
    • Flat Iron Kobe Beef * - GFO | $31
      Maui Onions, Blistered Shishito Peppers, Hawaiian Chili Pepper Vinegar (Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir)

  • Lawaiʻa

    Fresh Catch | Market Price
    • Lemongrass Coconut Broth
      Watercress, Local Cherry Tomatoes, Ginger-Scallion, Garlic Rice (Wine Pairing: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc)
    • Macadamia Nut & Kale Pesto
      Asparagus, Otani Baby Rainbow Carrots, Coconut Jasmine Rice (Wine Pairing: California Sauvignon Blanc)

  • Makai

    From the Sea
    • Seafood Lau Lau * - GFO | $55
      Ti Leaf Wrapped Fresh Catch, Scallops, Kauaʻi Prawns, Upcountry Spinach, Shiitake Mushroom, Shoyu-Coconut Milk Sauce, Lomi Tomato, Molokaʻi Sweet Potato Mash (Wine Pairing: Vermentino)
    • Lobster Tempura | $62
      Asparagus, Tempura Shiso, Jasmine Rice, Trio Sauce of Pineapple Sweet Chile, Miso Aioli, Calamansi Soy (Wine Pairing: Unoaked Chardonnay)
    • Grilled Octopus * - GFO | $55
      Taro Risotto, Hamakua Mushroom, Pickled Ogo, Crispy Shallots (Wine Pairing: Rosé)
    • Garlic Shrimp & Scallop Pancit | $48
      Shrimp, Scallops, Hamakua Mushroom, Green Beans, Crispy Garlic, Calamansi (Wine Pairing: Sauvignon Blanc)
    • Zarzuela * - GFO | $62
      Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops, New Zealand Mussels, Manila Clams, Chorizo, Tomato Saffron Broth (Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir)

  • Mauka

    From the Land
    • Paniolo Bone-In Ribeye * - GFO | $MP
      16oz Certified Angus Beef, Hawaiian Steak Rub, Pohole Fern Shoots, Tomatoes, Sweet Potato Croquette (Wine Pairing: Red Blend)
    • Korean Braised Short Ribs | $55
      Otani Baby Rainbow Carrots, Baby Bok Choy, Kimchee Fried Rice (Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir)
    • Grilled Lamb Chops * - GFO | $65
      Chef’s Housemade Kaffir Spice Rub, Upcountry Kabocha Pumpkin Purée, Broccolini, Sweet Soy (Wine Pairing: Zin Blend)
    • Barbecue Pork Chop * - GFO | $60
      Filipino Banana Ketchup, Bush Beans, Maui Sweet Onion, Pancit Noodles (Wine Pairing: Barbera d'Alba or Pinot Noir)
    • Chicken Red Curry - GFO | $48
      Japanese Eggplant, Kabocha, Bush Beans, Toasted Coconut, Garlic Rice (Wine Pairing: Riesling)

  • Sides

    • Coconut Jasmine Rice | $12
    • Grilled Asparagus | $12
    • Kimchee Fried Rice | $12
    • Garlic Rice | $12
    • Molokaʻi Sweet Potato Mash | $12

  • Desserts

    • House Made Banana Bread | $16
      Rum Soaked Banana Bread with Vanilla Ice Cream and Candied Pecans
    • Daan Tat | $16
      Trio of Chinese Inspired Portuguese Egg Custard Tarts (Mango Nata, Black Sesame, Candied Pineapple)
    • Melon Bingsu | $16
      Melon Ice Dessert, Coconut Rice Pudding, Shortbread Streusel
    • Kō Kō Puff | $16
      Macadamia Nut Flan, Rich Chocolate Cake
    • Calamansi Tart | $16
      Coconut Graham Crust, Calamansi Curd, Coconut Marshmallows
    • Espresso Martini | $16
      Vodka, Kahlua, Espresso, Shaken

  • Dessert Wine

    • Roumieu Sauternes | $14
    • Late Harvest, Royal Tokaji | $17
    • Dow's Ruby Port | $11
    • Fonseca Bin 27 | $16
    • Taylor LBV | $11
    • Ramos LBV | $17
    • Sandeman | $22
    • NY Madeira | $30
    • H&H Madeira 15yr | $32
    • Tawny Port - Taylor
      • 10 yr | $15
      • 20 yr | $27
      • 30 yr | $55
      • 40 yr | $65

  • Pūpū

    Appetizers
    • Coconut Curry Soup - GF | $19
      Ulu, Coconut Milk, Ginger, Olena, Kula Tomato, Cilantro
    • Mauka Harvest Salad - GF | $26
      Pohole Fern Shoots, Hearts of Palm, Kula Baby Lettuce, Macadamia Nuts, Liliko'i Vinaigrette
    • Somen Noodles | $26
      Chili-Peanut Sauce, Cucumber, Cilantro, Szechuan Sesame Chili Oil

  • Entrée

    • Upcountry Vegetable Lau Lau - GF | $44
      Ti Leaf Wrapped Tofu, Upcountry Spinach, Shiitake Mushroom, Shoyu-Coconut Milk Sauce, Lomi Tomato with Molokai Sweet Potato
    • Tofu and Upcountry Vegetable Curry - GF | $43
      Japanese Eggplant, Kabocha, Bush Beans, Green Onion, Toasted Coconut, Garlic Rice
    • Grilled Tofu & Macadamia Nut Kale Pesto - GF | $39
      Asparagus, Otani Baby Rainbow Carrots, Coconut Jasmine Rice
    • Yaki Udon Noodles | $37
      Shiitake Mushrooms, Sugar Snap Peas, Sweet Bell Peppers, Maui Onions

  • Keiki Menu

    • Romaine Salad | $15
      Cherry Tomato, Otani Baby Carrot, Passion Fruit Dressing
      • Chicken | $4
      • Beef | $6
      • Tofu | $4
      • Shrimp | $5
    • Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Breast | $21
      Toasted Furikake Rice, Pineapple, Broccoli
    • Crispy Fish and Chips | $21
      Catch of the Day, Fries, Tartar Sauce, Sesame Cucumber, Pineapple
    • Sweet Soy Glazed Beef Skewers * | $23
      Toasted Sushi Rice, Red Bell Pepper, Bush Beans
    • Catch of the Day with Lemon Butter Sauce | $21
      Jasmine Rice, Broccoli, Otani Baby Carrot, Pineapple
    • Stir Fried Egg Noodles | $18
      Red Pepper, Carrot, Broccoli
      • Chicken | $4
      • Beef | $6
      • Tofu | $4
      • Shrimp | $5

  • Mocktails

    • Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri | $12
    • Lemonade | $8
      Raspberry, Lilikoʻi, Mango or Strawberry
    • Virgin Mango-Monkey Colada | $12

  • Keiki Menu is for children ages 12 and younger. Please alert your server of any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

     

  • LOCAL FAVORITES

    • HAWAIIAN
      Molokaʻi Sweet Potato Salad, Pohole Fern Salad, Pipikaula Poke, Poi, Hawaiian Style Ahi Poke, Lomi Lomi Salmon, Plantation Fresh Toast, Pipikaula Potato Hash, Short Rib Loco Moco, Rosemary Crusted Prime Rib
    • CHINESE
      Ginger Steamed Salmon, Stir Fry Noodle, Char Siu Pork Ribs, Shrimp Egg Fu Yong
    • JAPANESE
      Sashimi Selection, Sushi, Tempura Shrimp, Okinawan Soba
    • KOREAN
      Chap Chae, Kimchee, Kimchee Shrimp, Korean Edamame, Korean Chicken
    • FILIPINO
      Achara, Longanisa, Flipino Ube or Macadamia Nut Pancakes*
    • PORTUGUESE
      Portuguese Bean Soup, Portuguese Sausage Frittata
    • TRADITIONAL
      Shrimp Cocktail, Ocean Salad, Smoke Meat, Sausage, Bacon, Scrambled Eggs, White Rice

  • *Changes weekly

GFO – Gluten Free Option | MP – Market Price
*The risk of foodborne illness increases when consuming raw or undercooked menu items.

Keiki Dining Program

Children 5 years and under: Children five years and under eat for free when ordering off of the Keiki Menu, when dining with a paying adult.

Children 6–12: Children aged six years to 12 years may order from the Keiki Menu at regular price or select items from the regular menu and receive 50% off of the listed price (portion size will be smaller than a regular portion), when dining with a paying adult.

Guests over the age of 12 will be subject to a $5 surcharge when ordering Keiki Menu items.

Please note that one meal is permitted per child, per order. Applicable to registered, in-house guests; dine-in only.

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