Our Top 3 Restaurants in Maui
Each Hawaiian island has it’s own unique culture and a wide variety of restaurants. The illustrious island of Maui is known for its sweet and aromatic mangoes, fresh produce, free-range meats, daily caught seafood, and their buttery smooth avocados. We chose our top 3 favorites restaurants we think everyone visiting Maui would enjoy. Whether you’re a foodie, a culinary enthusiast, or just looking for a bite to eat, these eateries can do no wrong. We have also added some honorable mentions to the list. We cannot wait for you to try all of these restaurants on your next trip to Maui. Happy travels!
1) Mama’s Fish House
799 Poho Pl, Paia, HI 96779
(808) 579-8488
Voted most popular and the number one restaurant in Maui, we couldn’t not include Mama’s Fish House on our list. Enjoy the daily catches of seafood and a delectable cocktail with soft, tropical ocean breezes at this intimate dining experience. Mama’s feels like home away from home and is our go-to lunch spot when we visit Paia or are on the way to Road to Hana. You will not regret coming to this restaurant especially with its gracious service.
2) Spago
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea
3900 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei, HI 96753
(808) 874-8000
Located within the harmonious and naturally beautiful Four Seasons Maui, Spago is casually elegant with its Asian-inspired contemporary design. It embraces the tradition of the islands’ culinary techniques and offers many locally-inspired dishes along with Wolfgang Puck’s classics. Spago offers a great selection of international wines along with refreshing classic Hawaiian drinks, so your party is bound to enjoy a night out on the town. The intimate dining area has incredible ocean views of the Lanai, as well. This is a luxurious experience that you will not want to miss out on.
3) Merriman’s
Kapalua Resort
1 Bay Club Pl, Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 669-6400
With one of the most breathtaking oceanfront views on the Kapalua Resort, Merriman’s serves farm-to-table dishes. Chef Peter, a pioneer of the “farm-to-table” concept, emphasizes the sustainable practices of all Merriman’s product and chooses to only use and cook the freshest foods the island has to offer. The open-air and outdoor grill make this the perfect romantic dinner venue, which is why we recommend eating here during the sunset with a deliciously crafted cocktail in hand.
Photos below by Merriman’s
We didn’t want to leave you with just three restaurant choices, so here are our other favorite dining experiences.
Monkeypod Kitchen
Whalers Village
2435 Kaanapali Pkwy, Bldg I-1, Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 878-6763
Monkeypod Kitchen has two locations in Maui, Wailea and Ka’anapali, one on each side of the island. Founded by Chef Peter of Merriman’s, this restaurant also prides itself in the highest quality products, whether its food, drink, or merrymaking. Monkeypod Kitchen is founded upon a commitment to craft and support other craftsmen by building partnerships with farmers, brewers, and artisans.
Photos below by Monkeypod Kitchen
Hali'imaile General Store
900 Haliimaile Rd, Makawao, HI 96768
(808) 572-2666
Known as the original farm-to-table restaurant in Maui, Chef Gannon promotes and features locally-sourced produce, meats, and products. Hali'imaile dishes are a unique blend of fresh Hawaiian flavors, local Asian influences, and modern preparations. With its exquisite Hawaiian hospitality and aloha spirit, there is no wonder it has been a popular destination to both local residents and tourists alike for more than 30 years.
