Top 33 Restaurants on Maui

Mama’s Fish House is located on the North Shore of Maui. This restaurant is not just any ordinary dining establishment; it is a full-on culinary spectacle that deserves to be enjoyed by every single set of feet that land on the gorgeous island of Maui. The North Shore view is awe-inspiring, and the sunsets are astounding. Making reservations at Mama’s Fish House should be embedded in your mind as dining here is a vacation activity that you cannot miss! Just like a Whale Watching Tour in Hawaii or an adventurous Snorkel Trip in Maui, a meal at Mama’s is an unforgettable experience and a culinary gift that you will most definitely treasure for years to come. At Mama’s, guests will thoroughly enjoy a revolving and eclectic Polynesian-influenced menu. All seafood is caught by local fishermen daily, and locally sustainable components are abundantly used throughout each dish. Only the finest ingredients are utilized at Mama’s Fish House, and it is more than evident to the eye and your palette! Savor an opulent, island-style 5-star meal at Mama’s Fish House on Maui. Enjoy an experience full of decadence, fabulous interior design elements, beautiful tropical floral creations, and a menu that beats every single restaurant in the Hawaiian Islands. Please don’t forget to arrive early and enjoy some ultra-fabulous Mama’s cocktails at the bar! The cocktail selections are fresh, creative and out of this world—be sure to make reservations in advance! Treat a loved one to a birthday dinner on Maui, an anniversary celebration, or a romantic Maui rendezvous for two.

You will be in heaven at NUKA if you love authentic Japanese food. At NUKA, guests can count on many amazing things, including fresh ingredients, Maui seafood, meats, and produce throughout their menu. Local and seasonal items are the theme of this Maui Japanese restaurant wonder, and without a doubt, the cocktails are fabulous too. You will not be disappointed with anything you order, so enjoy! Do not forget to order a double scoop of either the green tea or black sesame ice cream at NUKA—it’s homemade!

In terms of culinary aptitude, the flavors, plating, and presentation at Lineage are all top-notch. Be prepared to order multiple dishes at once to share with the whole table; this is how you truly create the optimal dining experience at this top Maui restaurant. Lineage’s menu is organized with Small Plates & Salads, Share Plates, Sides & Desserts. Our favorite menu items include the Ahi Poke & One-Ton Salad, Crispy Shrimp & Scallop Toast, Korean Fried Chicken, and the Wagyu Kalbi Short Ribs. Honestly, everything on their menu is delicious so enjoy! Lineage also has an amazing selection of rare teas and sake choices. The cocktails are nothing less than incredible. Our favorite cocktails are the Mai’a Tai and the super cute Maneki-Neko, a vodka cocktail infused with jackfruit, sour orange, almond liquor, ginger, egg whites, and the sweetest little Maneki-Neko aloha surprise. The Dinner Cocktail menu is also super creative, and we adore the SFO to OGG—who wouldn’t? It’s a sophisticated cocktail without a return ticket.

At Maui’s Spago restaurant, guests can enjoy creative and unique menu items crafted by Executive Chef Peleg Miron. Before arriving on Maui, Chef Miron was the Executive Chef at the Istanbul location. Since he’s been on Maui, Chef Miron has found a way to uphold the tradition of island cuisine fused with Wolfgang Puck classics. While at Spago Maui, guests will look forward to a stylish atmosphere, top customer service, and Pacific Ocean views. The menu items are full of locally sourced ingredients and fresh-caught seafood. Spago Maui is open for nightly dinner service with award-winning appetizers, entrées, desserts, and cocktails. You can also enjoy libations and appetizers in their lounge starting at 5 pm daily. Upon arriving at Spago, we suggest that you start by enjoying cocktail service and an appetizer in the lounge. The cocktail menu is full of tasty drinks. Our favorite is the “Sexy Legs.” For starters, we love the Kaluga Caviar and the Omakase Platter. Entrées at Spago Maui are impressive and mouthwatering. Favorites include the 100% Japanese Wagyu Ribeye, Pineapple Coconut Red Curry, Mahi Mahi, and the Whole Colorado Rack of Lamb (for two). Having dinner at a Wolfgang Puck establishment isn’t complete without dessert! We recommend the Hana Coconut Tiramisu or the Pukalani Popsicles—perfect for cooling down after a day in Maui’s glorious sunshine.

Popular items are the Hamachi Tacos, Sticky Ribs, Grilled Kama, the Japanese Wagyu, and a host of seasonal cocktails with a Japanese and Western flair. While mouthwatering Lunch and Dinner options are offered daily, we suggest making reservations for Dinner to watch the magnificent sunset fade into Maui’s glistening Pacific Ocean. The assortment of delicious seafood options is world famous, and you definitely need to enjoy those with the Aged Morimoto Sake. For dessert, try the Pina Haupia Brûlée; it’s a delicious coconut custard baked with roasted pineapple and chocolate ganache. The house-made “Trio” sorbet option is also to die for!

When dining at the Four Seasons in Maui, you can’t go wrong. With a menu that highlights classic and re-imagined Italian and Pacific-Rim fusion dishes, we recommend everything! The whole menu is tasty and innovative with an Italia rustic twist. The service at Ferraro’s is always spot on, and the menu has something for everyone with a special “Wellness Menu,” vegan and vegetarian options. With an award-winning Four Seasons culinary team, no detail is ever left out.

Ferraro’s definitely deserves to be one of our top restaurants with their fabulous location, impeccable service, and an all-around incredible menu. It’s an all-around dreamy spot and a fantastic Maui restaurant!

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

There is something super special about dining at DUO; even though they are widely known as a Maui steak and seafood house, it’s a restaurant for everyone. The chefs at DUO will happily prepare vegan dishes and more customized plates for those with dietary restrictions. This is also one of the best restaurants on Maui for a larger group or family celebration on the spacious terrace. Definitely make reservations ahead of time. As we all know, Four Seasons properties know how to deliver in an unmatched way. DUO is a perfect example with a menu full of creative, inspiring, and perfectly cooked menu items. Whether you’re there for breakfast or dinner, you’ll surely be impressed. Favorite and notable menu offerings include the Snake River Farms American Wagyu, Smoke & Bourbon Prime Burger, Panang Curry Lobster, and the “Street-Style” Huli Chicken. You’ll quickly notice that Macadamia Nut Crusted Mahi Mahi is a popular menu item. Don’t sleep on this at DUO—it’s freshly caught and perfect in that always-expected Four Seasons fashion. Savor the moment & enjoy!

Hali’imaile General Store is Chef Bev Gannon’s first and most renowned restaurant in Maui. Here, you’ll find a menu full of creative American-Pacific, Pacific-Hawaii Regional, and Asian-style cuisine. Yes, that sounds like a lot in the mix, but in Hawaii, this is the crème de la crème for soul food island-style. At Hali’imaile, food lovers can explore a menu full of tempting selections like Coconut Seafood Curry, Ahi Poke, a yummy Burrata & Tomato Salad, and of course Bev’s Famous Crab Pizza, which is to die for, by the way. Since the late 1980s, Hali’imaile has been one of the top restaurants in Maui and a vacation destination for Maui’s many beloved visitors.

The cocktail list is superb with a handful of amazing libations, and the dessert menu is a real winner with items like the Lilikoi Crème Brûlée and a lovely Pineapple Upside-Down Cake. More fabulous things about the Hali’imaile General Store include an excellent bar with sweet local vibes and a host of foodie-related events that take place throughout the week, month, season and year.

You have to go to Bev’s Hali’imaile General Store when you visit Maui. Housed by Old-Hawaii plantation architecture and offering a fabulous menu, you cannot go wrong here. Make reservations ahead of time!

If you’re celebrating a date night, birthday or anniversary on Maui, we definitely recommend making dinner reservations at Lahaina Grill. The atmosphere is chic with dimmed lighting, the menu is fantastic, and the service is always exceptional.

Popular appetizers at Lahaina Grill include the Maui Onion Soup, Wagyu Beef Ravioli, and their Ahi Poke. Favorite entrées are the Veal Osso Bucco, Kona Coffee Roasted Rack of Lamb, and the Sautéed New Zealand Ora King Salmon.

Another amazing thing about Lahaina Grill is that they have a fantastic wine menu with regional varieties from around the world. The cocktail menu is award-winning, and their Maui Mule is a fantastic spin on the Moscow Mule. It’s served in a copper cup and made with locally distilled Ocean Vodka, fresh lime, ginger liqueur, Maui Brewing Company’s ginger beer, and crystalized fresh ginger.

Paia Fish Market is a Maui institution. Everything on their menu is tasty and fulfilling, but these two sides steal the show. Please do not leave without ordering their French fries and coleslaw, no matter what you order. This Maui eatery is casual, cool, and satisfying. They always have great tunes, and the vibe is welcoming. The dining area is super laid back with picnic table-style seating, and the menu prices are reasonable. Here’s an excellent place for the whole family. Whether you’re at a Paia Fish Market for Lunch or Dinner, the menu is the same. Although there are many menu choices, their most popular items are their Fish Burgers, but you can also order a chicken burger if you’re not into fish. The burgers are garnished with their fantastic coleslaw, tomato, jack cheese, and house-made tartar sauce. The burgers don’t come with fries, so add a side for a couple of bucks. Pasta, Quesadillas, Fajitas, Fish & Chips and Shrimp & Chips are also smart ideas at Paia Fish Market. In fact, if you love a good Caesar Salad, they have a great one here. For Fresh Catch Plates, guests first choose a fish type and then a preparation style. Fresh Catch Plates come with their yummy coleslaw, tartar sauce, and a choice of Cajun rice or French fries. For drinks, Paia Fish Market has your usual array of refreshments, but you can also order a glass of wine or a Maui craft beer to partner up with your amazingly satisfying meal.

Pa’ia

Lahaina

Kihei

Dining at Star Noodle is so fabulous, the food is so finger-licking good, and the environment is literally breathtaking (especially if you’re there for sunset). Nothing on the menu could ever possibly disappoint you, from the genius Sake Cocktail creations to the Shared Plates, Noodles, Sweets, and Wine List.

When at Star Noodle, make sure to savor every bite, but no don’t worry—you can always plan another trip to Maui and Star Noodle.

At Nalu’s, savor an innovative island-style menu full of healthy and fresh ingredients: locally grown produce, healthy meats, fresh-caught seafood, Maui made food products, and more. Want to stay hydrated? Make sure to try all of their infused waters that are available as a courtesy (more like a gift) to their clientele. Our favorites are the Pineapple Lemon and the Cucumber Mint; they are so refreshing! They also have kombucha and handcrafted Maui beers on tap, plus an amazing cocktail menu with a mouthwatering Kim Chee Bloody Mary, a delish Mai Tai, and a Hawaiian Superman!

It’s not just that Nalu’s is a cool restaurant with an amazing menu and staff; they also have this really incredible attention to detail throughout their menu offerings. The pairing of amazing surprises with a streamlined approach to customer satisfaction really makes a restaurant like this stand out from the rest. While at Nalu’s, make sure to try some of their most popular menu items like their Apple Brie Burger with homemade chips or the Fried Chicken and Waffles. Their Poke Bowls are fantastic, and their volcano fries and calamari are the best on the island, for sure. For dessert? Just go for it! Try all of their malasadas; you definitely won’t regret it.

Nalu’s offers both indoor and outdoor seating in their spacious and clean restaurant. Happy hour is 3-6 pm daily, and they have live music nightly throughout the week with a selection of super talented Maui musicians. It’s a perfect Maui restaurant for a casual meal out for couples, families, kids, everyone! DO NOT miss out on a chance to eat at Nalu’s South Shore Grill.

The menu at The Restaurant is Hawaii Regional cuisine blended with culinary artistry. Executive Chef Bryan McMahon has successfully created a ‘culinary casual’ menu infused with island-sourced foods mixed with classic American, French, Italian, and Japanese menu items.

The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea is currently offering a Prix Fixe Menu that includes three courses. For the first course, guests can enjoy items like Beets, Gazpacho, Hamachi, Ahi Crudo, Pork Ribs, or Squash Risotto. Main courses include selections like fresh Mahi Mahi, Kona Kanpachi & Manila Clams, and Lamb Chop.

The cocktail, wine, and dessert menus are all amazing at The Restaurant. This is a great place to celebrate an anniversary or a date night in Wailea. The sunset view is insane, the service is fantastic, and the menu will have you craving more.

When dining at Merriman’s in Kapalua, savor all parts of their menu as it has been carefully devised to tantalize your senses. Marvel in the Toasted Coconut Creme Brulee or the Waialua Chocolate Macadamia Nut Tart for dessert. Last but not least, definitely make sure to peruse Merriman’s Wine Menu; it is quite an impressive assortment. Here, guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor seating and relax to the sounds of live music and the hypnotic rolling waves of Kapalua Bay each evening.

Please note: Merriman’s Kapalua is currently offering only a Prix Fixe Menu. Make sure to make reservations in advance.

Taverna’s menu is a comprehensive culinary journey through rustic Italian classics fused with locally grown ingredients: organic produce, freshly caught seafood and local meats. Dishes are organized by Antipasti (starters & pizzas), Share Plates, Contorni (sides), Primi (pasta) and Piatti Principali (main dishes). There are so many amazing things on their menu; we suggest you order a selection. The dressing on their Insalata Cesare is out of this world; it’s truly a perfect Caesar. The Fritto Misto is also an impressive offering: beautiful fried calamari, crusted fried shrimp, a spicy tomato jam, arugula, and Meyer lemon aioli. We also loved sharing the Taverna Polpette: beef and bacon meatballs with tomato sauce and grilled ciabatta. Plate portions are pretty much spot on here—not too much and not too little, allowing you to continue to the main dishes. We highly suggest ordering the Linguine con Vongole, Gnocchi alla Norcina or the Costola Breve di Manzo, a slow Chianti braised beef short rib. The wine list is extra impressive with beautiful varietals from California Central Coast areas (Paso Robles, Santa Barbara, etc), various Italian regionals and more. If you love a rich Barbera Asti, crisp Chardonnay or satiating Moscato with your Italian cuisine, they have you covered. The cocktail list at Taverna isn’t just award-winning but features a true selection of mixology masterpieces. Try one of their Aperol Spritz and Negroni options, and taste the Burning Man-Hattan made with Bulleit Rye, Carpano Antica, and house-made bitters. Other winning libations include their delicious Mai Tai (you can never go wrong here!) or their seasonal cocktails.

Their fusion menu is diverse, blending many cultural flavors and local ingredients in a fresh new way. From their fashionable cocktail creations to their Lunch and Dinner items, Monkeypod is full of unique and delicious selections. With over 36 craft beers on tap, a kiawe wood-burning oven, and the best homemade cream pies on Maui, it is obvious that Monkeypod knows what they’re doing.

Monkeypod Kitchen has, without a doubt, one of the best lunch and dinner menus in Hawaii. What makes their menu so unique is their twist on traditional and modern lunch classics with a fusion of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. We also love how they use local Maui vendors throughout their menu! At Monkeypod, guests can choose from a tempting assortment of menu items. You may just find yourself ordering more than you need because every item is just so inviting! Their menu brings even more with yummy burgers and seafood dishes, steak plates, and gorgeous salad and sandwich options. Don’t sleep on the local style offerings; with fresh, local and sustainable ingredients, they are excellent here.

This is a fun, casual, and social Maui restaurant and it’s a wonderful spot for a Lunch date for two, happy hour, or a family meal. Without a doubt, you will absolutely fall in love with this Maui eatery!

The Neapolitan pizza is served hot in just minutes with a perfectly charred crust and a slightly soft middle; this authentic crust is just so flavorful and airy. The pizzas are hand-stretched and cooked at 900 degrees in their kiawe wood-burning oven from Italy. Guests will enjoy watching their pizza be made in the open kitchen when dining indoors. They offer a small outdoor seating area on the lanai. Guests are welcome to order a to-go pizza and wander on over to Mahalo Aleworks to enjoy their pizza with a locally brewed beer.

The must-try at Marlow is the Prosciutto Pizza, a white pie topped with thin-sliced salty prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, lemon, olive oil, and topped after baking with locally grown lapa’au arugula. The Potato Pizza, with basil pesto, mozzarella, and Parmigiano is also mind-blowingly delicious. Meatball lovers, make sure to order the Meatball en Sugo; these two jumbo-sized meatballs made from beef and pork are juicy and airy with a perfectly balanced savory tomato sauce, served with a slice of chewy fire-roasted sourdough bread. All of the salad ingredients are fresh local ingredients. The Little Gem Salad is a mouth-watering combo of Kupa’a farms tender gem lettuce and crisp radish tossed in a buttermilk herb dressing and topped with house-made croutons. One thing is for sure, Marlow’s is not your typical pizza joint; it’s the breath of fresh air that Maui’s upcountry needed. Because Marlow is Maui’s newest top pizza restaurant and does not take reservations, guests will want to arrive early to add their name to the seating list.

Koiso Sushi Bar is an exceptional Maui sushi restaurant choice and nothing less than charming. Upon entering Koiso, all guests will immediately recognize the familiarity of walking into a traditional Japanese restaurant. Sushi is served on wooden planks or Japanese ceramic dishes. You’ll see neon-lighted Japanese beer signage, posters with information about varying fish species, handwritten wall menus, and a traditional sushi bar managed by a Japanese head sushi chef. It’s fantastic.

Here’s an opportunity to enjoy authentic Japanese food made with locally sourced Hawaiian ingredients! At Koiso, we love all of their sushi rolls and we especially adore the 69 Roll, Salmon Skin Roll, California Roll, Unagi Nigiri, Sashimi Combo, Rainbow Roll, and the King Crab Roll. In addition, the Omakase is always a rotating and decadent choice, and we also love, love, love the Broiled Abalone (when available).

Ka’ana Kitchen is located at the stunningly gorgeous Andaz Resort in Wailea. Everything Andaz offers their guests is clean, minimal, and high in quality to ensure a luxurious vacation in paradise. Ka’ana Kitchen is Andaz Maui’s signature family-style restaurant. Open for breakfast and dinner, this Maui restaurant is perfection with its delicate version of old world flavor and modern culinary innovation. For breakfast, guests will surely enjoy waking up to freshly brewed Maui coffee, Maui Mimosas, and traditional brekkie items with a Hawaiian twist like Bacon & Eggs with paniolo potatoes and Kalua Pork Eggs Benedict.

For dinner, be ready to fill your belly with lots of enticing menu items. We love the Watermelon Salad, the Big Eye Ahi, and Grilled Octopus Salad. For dessert, try the Kula Strawberry Cake.

In addition, Ka’ana Kitchen is also famed for its use of locally grown Maui ingredients from the Ka’ana Farm, Ono Farms, Surfing Goat Dairy, Waipoli Hydroponic Napili, Ho’opono Farms, Kapa’a Farms, Flo Farms, and Evonuk Farms. We adore a Maui restaurant that supports locals!

Here, you’ll find an eclectic and delicious menu full of crowd pleasers. With an array of enticing options, you’ll surely be tempted to order more than your belly can hold. Go for it! The lunch and dinner menus are similar with great starters, salads, seafood sandwiches, burgers, entrées, and brick oven pizzas. They also have a special gluten-free menu with a ton of choices for those avoiding gluten, and all of the amazing brick oven pizzas can also be made with gluten-free crusts.

HONU Oceanside’s menu is full of locally sourced seafood, meats, and produce. A handful of our favorite menu items include Oysters, Grilled Spanish Octopus, Green Goddess Caesar, Bikini Blonde, Battered Fish & Chips, Ali’i Hamakua Mushroom Pizza, and the Whole Wok Fried Fish.

This place is great for lunch, a wine-and-appetizers dinner date, or with your whole family in tow. During the day, you can literally see honu, Maui’s Hawaiian green sea turtles, swimming right below the dining area. Sunset here is also awesome, and at night you’ll definitely see a star-filled Maui sky.

At The Plantation House, Maui golfers, visitors, and residents can enjoy daily brunch/lunch and dinner. Guests of all dietary needs can easily find tasty things to eat, and the chefs are more than happy to customize orders. The menu offers a little bit of something for everyone, and the plates are generous.

We recommend that you make early dinner reservations at The Plantation House so you can enjoy a beautiful West Maui sunset. The vantage point is epic and sets the stage for perfect vacation photos.

Favorite starters on the dinner menu include the Hawaiian Ahi Poke, Beet & Arugala Salad, and a satiating Shrimp Scampi. Our favorite entrées are the Brown Sugar Togarashi Seared Ahi and Hawaiian Short Ribs. Do not forget to order dessert, and when you do, do not miss out on the Coconut Lemongrass Panna Cotta. It’s as fragrant as it is divine!

Chef Wong’s seasonally created menu is built on the freshest Hawaiian-grown ingredients and promises a unique foodie experience. Her dedication to and partnership with local farmers, fishers, and ranchers guarantee that guests will enjoy Maui’s finest grown and raised foods at this local farm-to-table gem.

Favorite items on the brunch menu at Papa’aina include the French toast with creamy maple butter. This cornflake-crusted coconut fried sweet bread, topped with billionaire bacon, is a house favorite that you can’t skip on your visit to Maui.

Open-air courtyard seating and spectacular ocean views make Papa’aina a perfect brunch spot for families and couples alike. Currently, they do not take reservations for brunch. The best option is to join their waitlist on the “Yelp Waitlist” app. For special events and limited dinner series, visitors can make reservations on OpenTable.

The service and beautifully prepared foods are undoubtedly enough to keep you coming back again and again, but the views just take it to another level. Gannon’s Restaurant in Wailea is one of Maui’s top restaurants for many reasons. Voted as one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in America, here you’ll find incredible Pacific Ocean views and a menu full of local Maui ingredients. The restaurant takes its namesake from its award-winning owner, Chef Bev Gannon. Chef Gannon is not only known as a local restaurateur but also as one of the innovators of “Hawaii Regional Cuisine.”

For Lunch, visitors can enjoy a family-style meal by choosing a variety of share plates, or they may order individually. The appetizer menu offers incredible first tastes with Bev’s Famous Crab Dip, Kalua Pig Spring Rolls, and the delicious Seared Ahi Salad. Off of the Makai (ocean), Mauka (land) and Wailea Classics menu, guests can order fish and steak plates, salads, pasta, burgers, and sandwiches.

The dinner menu at Gannon’s is quite extensive and even includes gluten-free and vegetarian options. Every guest will find a selection to fall in love with. The Iceberg Wedge Salad is classically nostalgic, and the Blackened Citrus Ahi is fantastic. Carnivores will be in heaven here with mouthwatering choices like the Ginger Hoisin Beef Short Ribs, Joe’s “Famous” Meatloaf, and more.

This Maui restaurant is ideal for holiday meals, anniversary celebrations, and large group dinners. Enjoy happy hour specials in their Red Bar, as well as movie nights and live music when offered. The restaurant is open Tuesday-Saturday, and they offer many special engagements throughout the week.

Led by Chef de Cuisine Ryan Ferguson, the theme of Cane and Canoe is “from land to ocean.” With Maui-grown ingredients that come from the aina and the makai, guests will surely savor creative and trend-setting locally-sourced menu items. They offer three main menus: Breakfast, Grab & Paddle, and a Prix Fixe Dinner Menu.

Delicious entrée items on Cane & Canoe’s dinner menu include the Charred Spanish Octopus, Beet & Burrata Salad, Hamachi Aguachile, Kona Kanpachi & Kauai Shrimp, Jidori Chicken, and the Farro Risotto.

Here, you’ll learn that the cocktails are not just impressive; they’re incredible! Great options include island-inspired libations like the Montage Mai Tai, Tradewinds, Lilikaloma (Lilikoi Paloma), and the Awesome Blossom made with vodka, candied hibiscus blossom, ginger beer, and lime.

When delighting in the amazing scenery with a cocktail in hand, make sure to nibble from their bread basket selections. They make amazing seeded bread, poi rolls, and lavash. These baked wonders are provided alongside salted butter, Maui olive oil, and Mauna Pua Wai honey. Do not miss out.

Throughout the week, restaurant patrons can enjoy brunch or dinner at Casanova. They have cozy indoor seating and plenty of space for private events, live music, and large family celebrations.

Guests will adore their menu, always boasting amazingly prepared, authentic Italian food. The focaccia bread, served at every table upon seating, is exceptionally flavorful and served with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. The salads, pasta, and entrées are excellent and the fantastic desserts rotate pending seasonal ingredients.

We love Casanovas! If you’re overwhelmed with the many incredible choices, ask your server for recommendations. They are all more than willing to help you create a full-on fantastic homestyle Italian dinner in Maui.

Here’s a dining spot that will easily slide into your go-to Maui restaurant repertoire.

Chef Matteo is the man who started it all. After many years in top-notch kitchens around the world, he’s effectively created a welcoming space with a design and décor that says, “I’m from the old country” but with a living-it-up-in-paradise kind of vibe.

Matteo’s famous house-made lasagna is a super-thin pasta enveloping a perfect meat sauce. It’s considered by many to be the best lasagna on Maui. If you enjoy a classic executed Tiramisu, Matteo’s is the place to go. The Apple Tart is a puff pastry with thin slices of almost sweet apples, a Chianti strawberry glaze, and a small scoop of rich vanilla gelato. Simply delicious.

Matteo’s is an excellent choice for premium Italian food in Maui with exceptional service, fantastic food, and an array of delicious wines from which to choose. Visit this restaurant solo, on a dinner date, or with your family. It will not disappoint.

Here, guests of all types can choose items from their menu; even vegans and vegetarians will find delightful offerings, which is unique for a brewpub. The menu is broken down by salads, burgers and sandwiches, flatbreads, entrées, sliders, and “share, pair and taste” plates. Both locations have a kids menu with easy options for the keiki like cheese pizza, fried chicken bites, mac and cheese, and a burger. If you like a little bit of spiciness with your frothy beer, definitely order the Shishito Peppers. They’re delish.

When at either of the Maui Brewing Company locations, consider ordering items “family-style.” The casual environment invites menu exploration, and it’s super fun to pair items off of their menu with beer selections. The staff is all very beer-knowledgeable, so don’t be afraid to ask for recommendations. This is a perfect spot for lunch, happy hour, and dinner on Maui. Don’t forget to grab a growler as a perfect beer-loving Maui souvenir.

Lahaina

Kihei

Down the Hatch was created by three friends from Georgia. After living on Maui for a few years, they had an idea to open a restaurant that showcases Maui’s beautiful seafood and locally grown items, but with a Southern-aloha twist.

Tasty seafood items at Down the Hatch include their Shrimp Po Boys, Lava Lava Shrimp, and Lobster & Crab Grilled Cheese. Here’s a little-known fact: this West Maui eatery has also become island-famous for its Chicken & Waffles. Insert brunch and a mimosa!

For national acclaim, Down the Hatch has been featured on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives, a show that was hosted by Guy Fieri on the Food Network in 2017.

When venturing to Lahaina’s Front Street, make sure to stop into Down the Hatch! On any day of the week, you can join in on the fun with karaoke, pajama brekkie parties, open mic nights, trivia, and more.

Located on the corner of Hana Highway and Baldwin Avenue, Milagros is the perfect spot for a date night or hanging out with friends and family. Everyone will enjoy front row seating to some of the best people watching on the island. Plus, there is nothing more satisfying than a refreshing margarita paired with fresh fish tacos after an afternoon at the beach or shopping at Paia’s chic boutiques.

Milagros is serving up some tasty flavors that harmoniously combine Southwestern cuisine with Maui’s freshest locally sourced foods. One of our favorite lunch items is the mouthwatering fresh fish burrito, made to order grilled or blackened. If fish is not your thing, the fire-grilled burger is hands-down one of the best burgers on the island. What really makes Milagros’ burritos pop is the delicious combination of their homemade beans and famous guacamole. The keiki (children) menu is sure to please both kids and parents, offering affordable simple dishes that all kids love.

They’re open for lunch and dinner, and don’t forget happy hour! It’s offered daily from 3 to 6 pm, and you do not want to miss out. They feature special prices on house margaritas, draft beer, and of course, there’s a specialty cocktail of the day. They also have a daily happy hour food special that never disappoints.

At The Pint & Cork, enjoy a casual environment with great food, professional local-style customer service, and excellent menu offerings. Have a bite to eat before or after beach hopping in South Maui, catch a game on one of their big screens, or plan a fun date night with a new friend.

The Eat Menu at The Pint & Cork is full of satisfying selections for everyone. From the Burgers/Sandwiches menu, try the “Badwich,” or their famous Bib Burger made with ground beef, white cheddar, charred onion, fried egg, pickle, arugula, whiskey 1000, and a melt-in-your-mouth brioche bun.

Make sure to take advantage of the super reasonably priced daily Happy Hour Menu, and enjoy a welcomed sigh of relief because The Pint & Cork also has a Kids Menu with more items than expected. Notable plates include the Lobster Mac & Cheese, Kalua Pork Sliders, and yummy salads. If you love a perfectly cooked steak, make sure to order the 16oz Ribeye Steak.

Let’s discuss the Drinks Menu at The Pint & Cork. Here’s your go-to place for local Hawaiian beers, domestics, and craft beers that you won’t be able to find elsewhere on Maui. Ordering a burger and a beer at Pint & Cork is kind of like a marriage made in paradise. If beer isn’t your thing, make sure to explore their cocktail menu. Many restaurants boast their mixology skills, but The Pint & Cork live it.

When at any Roy’s restaurant, guests can expect gourmet consistency with European cooking techniques. The menu blends Asian-fusion cuisine with the distinct flavors of Hawaii. Each location offers a beautifully low-lit and spacious interior perfect for a romantic date night or a family celebration. On Maui, Roy’s is nestled in the Kaanapali resort area with splendid views of the golf fairways.

No other restaurant in Hawaii can mimic Roy’s “Signature Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine.” Only the freshest local ingredients are used and each dish leaves you with the feeling that you’ve just found paradise. One of the best things about Roy’s is that each location features menu ingredients that are sourced from local farms. At Roy’s in Kaanapali, the chef collects fresh produce, seafood and meats from Kona Cold Lobsters, Kumu Farms, Ma’o Organic Farms, Hana Herbs & Flowers, Kawamata Farms, Maui Cattle Company, and more. In addition, each chef at the many Roy’s locations have been trained under the direction of Roy Yamaguchi himself. This allows a consistent approach to his unique culinary style at every restaurant.

When dining at Roy’s Kaanapali, there’s a huge menu selection from which to choose: Starters, Dinner Pupu’s (Family Style Appetizers), Sushi, Entrées (From the Sea & From the Land), and Mixed Plates. Every item is more than impressive, and we absolutely love the diversity of the Family Style Appetizers. Favorite items include the Szechuan Baby Back Ribs, Yamaguchi Spicy Ahi Sushi Roll, Misoyaki Butterfish, Mac Nut Crusted Local Catch, and the Kaanapali Mix Grill (think Surf & Turf extra special).

For those that want to take advantage of the best menu items with a full course, we definitely suggest that you order the Prix Fixe Menu ahead of time. Each course is paired with wine and includes dessert service.

Japengo is the perfect place for a romantic dinner for two or a gathering with friends and family. Situated next to the resort’s waterfalls and overlooking the gorgeous Ka’anapali Beach, it’s a location that just can’t be beat! You and your guests will take in a beautiful Maui sunset while enjoying delicious handcrafted cocktails on their outdoor patio.

Sushi connoisseurs will love sitting at the Sushi Bar at Japengo. Here you can watch top-notch sushi chefs create the most mouthwatering sushi rolls and sashimi at their contemporary Sushi Lounge. We suggest ordering the Omakase (chef’s choice). You won’t regret it! Their delectable fish and seafood is some of the freshest we’ve tasted on the island. Most of the seafood is sourced from the local Hawaiian Islands and Japan.

If sushi is not your thing, don’t worry; you will not be disappointed. There’s a wide variety of tasty cooked dishes on the menu, including yummy noodles. Try the Miso Braised Shortrib or the Snake River Farms Kobe Beef. Both are sophisticatedly prepared using only the freshest ingredients.

We highly recommended making reservations in advance, as Japengo tends to book up quickly, especially during the sunset hours.

The permanent menu is streamlined and straightforward, with a solid selection of flatbread pizza and “make your own” salad choices. Each week, Flatbread provides one “Carne” and one “Veggie” special, allowing guests the rare chance to taste the many flavors of sustainable Maui ingredients. Order a special and, if you’re lucky, they might have a delicious Veggie, BLT, or Cheeseburger flatbread.

The cocktails are brilliant, the bartenders are fantastic, and the crowd is sociable and fun. Their widely known J&J service is professional and friendly, and sometimes they feature local Maui musicians when the night is right.