Maui Activities Dining Guide
presented by Maui Aloha Vacation Rentals
Welcome to Maui, where the food is as spectacular as the views! With its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and vibrant culture, Maui is not only a visual paradise but also a food lover’s dream. Whether you’re looking for a casual bite at a local joint or an elegant meal by the ocean, Maui Aloha Vacation Rentals is here to guide you through the island’s best dining spots. Get ready to savor the flavors of paradise!
Fairmont Kea Lani Hotel Dining: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Nick’s Fish Market – Premier seafood restaurant with great views.
Ko’s – Fine dining.
Pilina – Great sunset and ocean views high-end cocktails and sushi
Four Seasons Hotel Dining: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Spago – Fine dining, with ocean views.
Duo – Fine dining, with ocean views.
Ferraros – Affordable lunch, high-end dinner, seating outside with nice ocean views.
Lobby Lounge – Great sunset and ocean views high-end cocktails and tasty pupus.
Grand Wailea Hotel Dining: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Humuhumunukunukuapua’a – Great dining and views. The aquarium bar alone is worth it.
Andaz Hotel Dining: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Ka’ana – Plated breakfast or buffet breakfast, worth every penny.
Morimotos – High-end Sushi.
Lehua Lounge – Great sunset and ocean views high-end cocktails and tasty pupus.
Marriott Hotel Dining: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Humble Market Kitchen by Roy Yamaguchi – Good food with ocean view seating.
Shops at Wailea Dining: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Pint & Cork – Delicious food with a big variety of beers and fancy cocktails.
Tommy Bahamas – Nice variety of food options, live music.
Ruth Chris – Great place for a steak.
Lineage – Local favorite Asian-American cuisine.
Lapperts – Local ice cream with waffle cones.
Wailea Above Shops: 5-10 Minutes from Home
Akamai Wailea – Best coffee on Maui. Cafe-style breakfast and lunch.
Manolis – Affordable Italian food with great happy hour food and a nice sunset view.
Monkey Pod – Best Mai Tai’s on Maui, live music, great atmosphere, delicious food.
Pita Paradise – Mediterranean Bistro.
Matteo’s Italian Cuisine & Wine Bar – The name says it all.
Spoon & Key Market – Fresh farm to table café style.
Oao – Sushi Bar & Grill at Wailea – Great happy hour sushi and dinner menu.
Kihei – South Side Restaurants: 5-10 minutes from Home
Kihei Food Truck Oasis – Extensive food truck meal options at South Maui Gardens.
Penny’s Pizza & Pasta – Local style wood-burning pizza oven and pub-style Italian.
808 Deli – Best deli sandwiches on Maui.
Moose McGillycuddy’s – Sports bar affordable meals, great burgers.
Freds Mexican Cafe – Good basic breakfast, good price, great views.
Coconuts – Breakfast/lunch/dinner, fresh fish.
Kihei Caffe – Two locations in Kihei, famous for breakfast but great for lunch too.
Maui Thai Bistro – Great Thai food.
Beach Street – Shaved ice, coffee drinks, acai bowls, portable breakfast.
Paia Fish Market – A local favorite. There is a location in Paia and Kihei.
Saltwater Deli – Great breakfast served all day and expansive deli lunch menu.
Kihei – North Side Restaurants: 10-15 minutes from Home
Akamai Coffee House – Same great coffee as Wailea location but in North Kihei
Nalus – Breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so good.
Maui Brew Co – Go for the Beer, take a brewery tour, and play games.
Roasted Chiles – Authentic Mexican and even better margaritas.
Isana Restaurant – Sushi and fish in a low-key local setting.
Ekolu Kitchen1279 – local favorite with many menu options.
Monsoon Bar & Grill – Ocean front dining with the best Indian food on Maui.
Ululani Shaved Ice – Local and visitor favorite for shaved ice on Maui.
Paia Restaurants: 30-40 minutes from Home
Flat Bread – Local favorite, serving gourmet pizza.
Mamas Fish House – Expensive meals, great views and fresh fish. Go before sunset or at lunch for the best water views.
Café Des Amis – Mediterranean and Indian food. The best sweet and savory crepes.
Paia Fish Market – A local favorite. There is a location in Paia and Kihei.
Milagros Food Co – Relaxing Mexican joint with generous portions, fun Paia street views.
Upcountry Restaurants: Hali’imaile/Makawao/Kula/Pukilani: 40 minutes from Home
Hali’imaile General Store – Modern Hawaiian food.
Grandma’s Coffee House – Local favorite hangout for coffee for an upcountry drive.
Ocean Vodka Café – Inspired by local food, cocktails with their own, Vodka, Rum, and Gin.
Marlow – Wood fired kitchen with sourdough pizza and local brews next door.
Ka’anapali Restaurants: 50 minutes from Home
Hyatt Hotel
Japengo – Asian cuisine with island flavor and exotic seasoning.
Son’z Steakhouse – Hands down the best Stake and Seafood on Maui
Whalers Village
Leilani’s on the Beach – Local Hawaiian cuisine, next to the beach.
Monkey Pod – Best Mai Tai’s on Maui, live music, great atmosphere, delicious food.
Hula Grill – Fresh catch and farm to table food.
Kapalua Restaurants: 55 minutes from Home
Merrimans – Beautiful setting with farm to table menu and picturesque views.
Seafood, Local Eats, and More!
Maui is famous for its fresh seafood. Imagine enjoying a plate of perfectly grilled fish or a bowl of poke while listening to the waves crash against the shore. Some of the top spots for seafood include Mama’s Fish House in Paia and Kimo’s in Lahaina, where the dishes are as unforgettable as the views.
But that’s just the start! Craving something else? Maui offers a wide variety of options. From mouthwatering gourmet pizza to authentic Mexican fare, there’s something for every palate. Head to Flatbread Company in Paia for pizza made with local ingredients, or enjoy tacos at Taqueria Cruz in Kihei. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you’ll find a delicious option just around the corner.
Dining with a View
Maui isn’t just about great food—it’s about the experience! Many of the island’s top restaurants come with stunning views, whether you’re dining beachside or nestled in the mountains. For an elegant oceanfront meal, Humuhumunukunukuapua’a in Wailea is a must-visit. Want something more relaxed? Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea offers great food in a laid-back atmosphere with fantastic sunset views.
The Perfect Culinary Adventure
No matter where you are on the island—Wailea, Kihei, Paia, or even upcountry in Hali’imaile or Makawao—you’ll find a restaurant that captures the essence of Maui’s diverse culinary scene. From local favorites to fine dining experiences, let Maui Aloha Vacation Rentals be your guide to the island’s best eateries. Whether you’re here for a quick meal or a long, luxurious dinner, Maui’s dining scene promises unforgettable flavors.