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Lanai City Grille Reviews List

Lanai City Grille

Lana'i City Grille is the alluring restaurant located within the historic Hotel Lana'i. In harmony with the charismatic ambience of the hotel itself, this friendly venue glows with Hawaiian charm and is a bona fide feast for the senses. The menu was designed by culinary genius, Beverly Gannon and is a delightful mix of island fresh ingredients with vibrant flavors and colors. Anticipate generously portioned entrees ranging from locally caught seafood, prime meats and our signature rotisserie chicken.
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29 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(29 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 29 reviews
5 stars
(15)
4 stars
(11)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
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Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.3 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(19)
  • neighborhood gem(19)
  • special occasion(16)
  • romantic(13)
  • hot spot(9)
  • good for groups(6)
Lanai City Grille Reviews List
Review 1 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gem of a Restaurant

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Excellent meal. Lovely ambiance. Great service. Best sea bass I've ever eaten! Lanai roll outstanding. Wine a bit disappointing for the price. Would definitely recommend this restaurant. Knew of the culinary adviser from watching Top Chef, and we were not disappointed in the food. Great experience."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a terrific island and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"What a terrific island and a wonderful place to eat. A must go if staying on lanai."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was our second trip to

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our second trip to Lani City Grill. While the food was wonderful, the prices have crept higher and the menu needs refreshing."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 4 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were seated next to 3 large

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We were seated next to 3 large groups so it was very noisy, but the food and service was excellent!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2007
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Review 5 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Only fine dining on the island

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Only fine dining on the island beside the resorts, yet lives up to it's own high standards. Great dinner experience. Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was awesome. Food especially

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Energetic
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"It was awesome. Food especially the beet salad, was outstanding."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 7 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is the best restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is the best restaurant on Lanai (sorry Four Seasons). The food is locally-sourced, and includes goodies like Lanai-caught venison as well as fresh local fish brought in daily. Service is friendly and personal. Theresa and Jacob are particularly memorable in their attention to detail and great attitude. Michelle was our host the night we were there, and she made us feel welcome and special."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The real deal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Such a wonderful restaurant on such a tiny island, and no artificial "tropical schmaltz". Just great food and personal service."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

They were out of 2 main courses

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"They were out of 2 main courses - sort of menu staples
Nice local vibe
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Dined on 03/17/2013
 2008
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Review 10 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We dined there both nights

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We dined there both nights while visiting Lanai. The entertainment on the weekend is amazing..a don't miss if you are there on Friday or Saturday.A magical restaurant on an equally magical island..."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 11 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

AWESOME FOOD, GREAT SERVICE!!!!!!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Never a disappointment! Always consistent and always a MUST go to several times while on vacation and when visiting Lanai!!!!!!!!!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

From the warm welcome from

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"From the warm welcome from Michelle to the excellent service provided by Theresa and others, the evening was perfect.
Delicious,well presented food. Excellent entertainment provided by "Rocky Fellers" (Albert and his brother) on Friday night. Pleasing decor in lovely restored 1923 plantation dining room. Highly recommend.
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Dined on 03/08/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 13 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice location in center of

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
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Quiet
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"Nice location in center of town. Food and Service were both very nice."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2013
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Review 14 for Lanai City Grille
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great meal and people

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We really enjoyed our meal at Lanai City Grille. I had the roasted chicken and my partner had the ribs and both were very good. We started with the bisque which was really wonderful. The bar and wine list offered good selection. The only slightly disappointing this was being seated in the back room which is lacking in ambiance -- ask to be seated in the front room, if possible."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Lanai City Grille
Based on the average of (15) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic