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Michel's At the Colony SurfvsRoy's - Kaanapali
Both restaurants are endorsed by writers. Overall, Roy's ranks marginally better than Michel's At the Colony Surf. Roy's comes in at #13 in Hawaii with praise from 6 reviewers including Zagat, Frommer's and Gayot.
Michel's At the Colony Surf
Fodor's
Frommer's
BlackBook
Gayot
DK Eyewitness
Where
Zagat
Lonely Planet
2895 Kalakaua Ave, Ste A, Honolulu, Oahu, HI 96815-4008
From $50/night
Fodor's "Consistently voted "most romantic restaurant" in local publications' reader polls, Michel's is an old-school French favorite on Waikiki's tranquil Gold Coast." Full review
Frommer's "This dining room, on the sand at Sans Souci Beach, has windows that open to the ocean air." Full review
BlackBook "It’s all about the cultured Gold Coast atmosphere where the Euro-glamorous gather to be seen enjoying sunset dining, subdued lighting and soft music."
Gayot13.0
"Michel's elegant room opens on one side directly on the beach, with the surf pounding the shore only 40 feet away." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Old World elegance, sunset views of Waikīkī, and outstanding professional service make Michel’s a favorite of romantics (many a proposal has taken place here)."
Where "This is one of Hawaii’s longest-standing and finest restaurants, with a view that beats most." Full review
Zagat4.6
""Romantic, expensive, posh", yes, this "big date" Classic French "throwback" is "worth every penny" sigh sybarites who snag oceanfront seats at this "bastion of fine traditional cooking"." Full review
Lonely Planet "Beautiful water view out over a small pocket beach, with the heart of Waikiki glowing in the distance, is the same, as is the menu. Old classics like steak Diane are prepared tableside and flambéed." Full review
Roy's - Kaanapali Gayot Gayot Frommer's Fodor's Zagat Where
2290 Kaanapali Pkwy, Lahaina, HI 96761, Ka'anapali, Maui, HI
From $0/night
Gayot14.0
"You'll find options like honey-mustard short ribs; blackened ahi with spicy soy mustard butter sauce; and grilled salmon with Japanese citrus ponzu." Full review
Gayot14.0
"The ever-changing specials menu is a sure bet; don’t miss Roy's dark chocolate soufflé." Full review
Frommer's "Roy Yamaguchi, the James Beard award–winning chef and one of the pioneers of Hawaii Regional Cuisine, now owns eponymous restaurants all over the world." Full review
Fodor's "It's loud and brassy with a young vibe, but even if the atmosphere isn't quite your thing, come for the great food." Full review
Zagat4.3
"The “godfather” of Hawaii Regional cuisine “still shines” insist loyalists who patronize Roy Yamaguchi’s “epicurean delight."" Full review
Where "Roy’s first Hawaii location in Hawaii Kai launched him as a culinary force." Full review
