Casual ($)

Affordable, laid-back spots for plate lunches, quick bites, and casual dining.​

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Hawaiian / Local Plate Lunch

• Da Kitchen (Kīhei) – Famous for loco moco and oversized plate lunches.

• South Maui Fish Company (Food Truck, Kīhei) – Fresh poke and fish plates made to order.

• Aloha Mixed Plate (Lahaina) – Longtime favorite for local comfort food.

• Joey’s Kitchen (Kīhei, Whalers Village) – Local chef’s take on classic island dishes.

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Seafood & Cafes

• Coconut’s Fish Cafe (Kīhei) – Known for fish tacos and quick seafood plates.

• Paia Fish Market (Pā‘ia, Kīhei, Lahaina) – Affordable, casual seafood with generous portions.

• Seascape Maʻalaea (Maʻalaea Harbor) – Waterfront restaurant at Maui Ocean Center.

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Breakfast & Bakeries

• Kihei Caffe (Kīhei) – Famous for hearty breakfasts and local favorites.

• Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Shop (Olowalu) – Sandwiches, pot pies, and amazing desserts.

• Stillwell’s Bakery (Wailuku) – Known for cream horns and pastries.

• Slappy Cakes (West Maui) – Make-your-own pancakes, fun for kids.

• Grandma’s Coffee House (Kula) – Upcountry breakfast, pastries, and local coffee.

• Island Fresh Café (Pā‘ia) – Healthy brunch spot with smoothies and local ingredients.

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American / Burgers / Pizza

• Cool Cat Café (Kihei) – Classic American diner with award-winning burgers.

• Flatbread Company (Pā‘ia) – Organic, wood-fired pizzas.

• Maui Brewing Company (Kīhei & Kāʻanapali) – Local brews, burgers, and pizza.

• The Parlay (Wailuku) – Modern bar and kitchen serving American-style comfort food, small plates, and craft cocktails in a lively open-air setting.

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Asian & Local Favorites

• Tin Roof (Kahului – Chef Sheldon Simeon) – Hawaiian comfort food takeout-style.

• Sam Sato’s (Wailuku) – Famous for dry mein noodles.

• Tajima Ramen Maui (Kihei) - Ramen bowls and local-style noodles.

• Thailand Cuisine (Kahului, Kīhei) – Popular casual Thai restaurant.​

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Mid-Range ($$)

Great balance of atmosphere, quality, and value.

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Hawaiian / Pacific Fusion

• Café O’Lei (Kīhei & Wailuku) – Fresh fish, sushi, and local favorites.

• Nalu’s South Shore Grill (Kīhei) – Great local spot with live music and healthy options.

• Kō (Fairmont Kea Lani, Wailea) – Award-winning local flavors inspired by plantation-era cuisine.

• Tante’s Fish Market (Maʻalaea Harbor) – Fresh seafood and island-style dishes with a view.

• Sea House Restaurant (Napili Bay) – Oceanfront breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

• The Plantation House (Kapalua) – Island-style dining overlooking the golf course.

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Island Fusion / Coastal Dining

• Coco Deck Lahaina (Lahaina – West Maui) – Oceanfront restaurant and bar serving island-inspired dishes, craft cocktails, and live music. 

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Pacific Rim Fusion / Seafood

• Monkeypod Kitchen (Wailea, Kāʻanapali) – Farm-to-table menu and famous lilikoi mai tai.

• Gather on Maui (Wailea / Kihei) – Panoramic ocean & sunset views with a modern mix of Hawaiian-inspired, international, and contemporary dishes; great for dinners, cocktails, and special occasions.

• Hula Grill (Kāʻanapali) – Beachfront restaurant featuring Hawaiian seafood dishes.

• Duke’s Beach House (Kāʻanapali) – Hawaiian-inspired menu with oceanfront seating.

• Three’s Bar & Grill (Kīhei) – Sushi, seafood, and Pacific fusion menu.

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Asian / Pacific Fusion

• Star Noodle (Lahaina) – Trendy and energetic restaurant featuring house-made noodles, ramen, sushi, and Asian-inspired small plates. Known for its flavorful dishes, modern island feel, and creative cocktails.

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Seafood / Local Eatery

• Maui Lobster King (Kīhei – Azeka Shopping Center) – Fun, flavorful seafood boil restaurant serving lobster, shrimp, and crab in island-style sauces. Great for casual dining or takeout.

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Wine Bar / Small Plates

• Devine Wine Bar (Kīhei – Azeka Mall) – Relaxed wine lounge featuring local and international wines, charcuterie boards, and light bites in a cozy, social setting.

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New American / Contemporary

Aurum Maui (Wailea – The Shops at Wailea) – A sophisticated New American restaurant focused on local ingredients and creative presentation, perfect for a refined yet relaxed dining experience.​

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Italian & Mediterranean

• Sale Pepe (Lahaina) – Rustic Italian trattoria with handmade pastas.

• Via! by Sale Pepe (Kāʻanapali) - Quick service NYV & Romana style pizza slices & fresh pastas.

• Fabiani’s Bakery & Pizzeria (Kīhei) – Casual Italian meals and baked goods.

• Matteo’s Osteria (Wailea) – Cozy wine bar with housemade pasta.

• Pizza Paradiso (Lahaina) – Cozy oceanfront pizzeria offering wood-fired pizzas, fresh pastas, and salads in a casual but stylish setting. Great for families, date nights, or takeout after a beach day.

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Chef-Driven / Destination Dining

• Haliʻimaile General Store (Upcountry – Hali'imaile) – Farm-to-table favorites in a plantation-style setting.

• Cafe O'Lei At The Plantation (Wailuku) – Scenic farm-to-table dining experience.​

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American / Pub Fare

• Makawao Public House (Makawao – Upcountry) – A new neighborhood pub offering elevated comfort food, craft cocktails, and local beers in the heart of Makawao Town.

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Café / Market / Local Fusion

• Spoon & Key Market (Wailea – South Maui) – Modern café and market concept featuring fresh salads, sandwiches, baked goods, and rotating dinner menus that highlight Maui-grown ingredients.​

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American / Farm-to-Table

• SixtyTwo Market (Wailuku) – Farm-fresh café and market offering seasonal dishes that rotate every 62 days, made with locally sourced ingredients.

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Upscale / Fine Dining ($$$)

High-end restaurants with award-winning chefs, ocean views, and luxury dining experiences.

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Seafood / Hawaiian Fusion

• Mama’s Fish House (Pā‘ia) – Iconic oceanfront dining featuring freshly caught fish.

• Merriman’s Kapalua – Farm-to-table pioneer with stunning sunset views.

• Humuhumunukunukuāpuaʻa (Wailea) – Grand Wailea’s signature seafood and steakhouse, set amid a lagoon with a stunning aquarium-top bar, innovative cocktails, and elevated Hawaiian-influenced cuisine.

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Resort Fine Dining (Wailea / Kapalua / Kāʻanapali)

• Spago (Four Seasons Wailea – Wolfgang Puck) – Hawaiian-Californian fusion with ocean views.

• Ferraro’s Bar e Ristorante (Four Seasons Wailea) – Coastal Italian under the stars.

• DUO Steak & Seafood (Four Seasons Wailea) – Prime steaks and fresh seafood.

• Lineage (Wailea) – Modern Hawaiian cuisine by Chef Sheldon Simeon.

• Morimoto Maui (Andaz Wailea) – Japanese fusion with a sleek design.

• Humble Market Kitchin (Wailea – Roy Yamaguchi) – Pacific Rim cuisine with local flair.

• Banyan Tree (Ritz-Carlton Kapalua) – Upscale coastal dining with ocean views.

• Cane & Canoe (Montage Kapalua Bay) – Contemporary Hawaiian cuisine in a refined setting.

• Japengo (Hyatt Regency Kāʻanapali) – Sushi and Pacific fusion dining.

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Seafood / Pacific Rim

• Honu Oceanside (Lahaina) – Oceanfront dining with seafood and wine.

• Mala Ocean Tavern (Lahaina) – Mediterranean-influenced seafood and island cuisine.

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Moroccan / Middle Eastern 

• Le Bazaar Moroccan Cuisine (Kīhei) – An immersive six-course Moroccan dinner experience in a lantern-lit oasis with live belly dancing, traditional attire, and handcrafted flavors.

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Japanese / Omakase

• KOMO (Wailea – Four Seasons Resort) – Elegant Japanese dining featuring omakase, sushi, and refined modern flavors. A collaboration between renowned chefs offering a fresh twist on traditional cuisine.

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Japanese Fusion / Seafood

• Nobu Grand Wailea (Wailea – Grand Wailea Resort) – The world-famous Nobu brand makes its Maui debut with elevated Japanese-fusion dishes, premium sushi, and sleek oceanfront ambiance.​

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Chef-Driven / Destination Dining​

• Nick’s Fishmarket (Wailea) – Elegant seafood and wine pairing restaurant.

• The Birdcage (Hotel Wailea) – Romantic fine dining Italian restaurant.

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Italian / Mediterranean / Hawaii Regional

Taverna Maui (Kapalua) – Relaxed yet refined dining featuring house-made pastas, wood-oven pizzas, local fish, and prime meats with scenic golf course and mountain views