While staying at a Maui vacation rental means you have the convenience of a full kitchen, being on a Hawaii getaway also means sampling local restaurants without having to do the dishes.
There is an abundance of places to eat in West Maui. Hawaii Regional Cuisine (HRC) was crafted by a group of esteemed Hawaii’i chefs and you can indulge in a number of their original West Maui restaurants. New chefs have emerged from Lāhainā to Kapalua offering upscale beach front dining to island inspired Maui restaurants for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
We’ve put a list together of some of the top local Maui restaurants to help you make your choice:
Elevated Filipino and local food by local Chef Joey Macadangdang. The Crispy Pata, deep fried pork knuckle with vinegar sauce was featured by Guy Fieri.
(808) 214-5590WEBSITE
Kitchen 5315 is a restaurant and tiki bar, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner using local ingredients and preparations. Try their luau plates or the slow roasted prime rib.
(808) 442-3700WEBSITE
This eatery inspired by Hawaii Regional and New American cuisine serves salads & bento boxes for lunch and appetizers & entrees for dinner.
(808) 856-0225WEBSITE
The ever-popular breakfast eatery, the Gazebo offers American eats at affordable prices. Start your day off with a delicious breakfast of macadamia nut pancakes with local coconut syrup or try one of their other incredible dishes. Be ready for a wait as this is a West Maui icon.
(808) 669-5621WEBSITE
Stop by the Sea House Restaurant inside the Nāpili Kai Beach Resort for open-air dining and fresh, sea-to-table cuisine. Chef Alexander Stanislaw crafted the award-winning menu at this world-class seafood restaurant in Lāhainā, Maui.
(808) 669-1500WEBSITE
Serving only takeout, you’ll find all your favorites from chow mein noodles to fried rice to kung pao shrimp and sweet & sour chicken
(808) 669-6089WEBSITE
Locally owned by a fisherman who serves what’s caught in handrolls and nigiri-style sushi. You’ll find a variety of typical and vegetarian choices and a Miso Happy Meal for kids.
(808) 669-9010WEBSITE
A sports pub and café, you’ll find the biggest games on TV here. Dine-in, take out or delivery available for hand pressed pizzas and other pub grub.
(808) 669-0266WEBSITE
Hawai‘i’s largest craft brewery offers an array of “made-in-Maui” canned and on tap beers, seltzers and sodas, along with pub bites and live music.
(808) 669-3474WEBSITE
Grab a table with a view at this casual restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also serves beer and wine and smoothies and milkshakes.
(808) 669-5000WEBSITE
Fresh caught local fish served deep fried, grilled or poke-style in entrees, sandwiches and wraps. Also available fresh to take to your condo to grill
(808) 665-9895WEBSITE
Inspired by the Mediterranean, this is a Maui favorite serving pizzas, pitas, salads, kebabs, sandwiches and entrees.
(808) 667-2929WEBSITE
Home to Hawai‘i’s famous plate lunch. Try the favorite chicken katsu, teri beef or the combo served with 2 scoops rice and 1 scoop mac salad.
(808) 667-7788WEBSITE
Serving benedicts & bagels for breakfast, sandwiches & salads for lunch and pasta & entrees for dinner. Check out their live jazz nightly.
(808) 667-0787WEBSITE
Full service breakfast restaurant with breakfast entrees and make-your-own pancakes where you can choose from 28 different toppings.
(808) 419-6600WEBSITE
One of the original creators of Hawai‘i Regional Cuisine, Chef Peter Merriman offers an incredible oceanfront setting with local grown and caught food.
(808) 669-6400WEBSITE
The Burger Shack is the perfect spot for quality burgers, fries and shakes - all at a beachfront venue. Eat your meal under natural canopy outside or ask for it to go and head to the beach for a picnic. They also offer local craft beer and signature cocktails. We love there Paniolo Buffalo Blue Burger and their Nutty Cocomel shake, with peanut butter, salty caramel and chocolate. Open daily 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM,
(808) 669-6200WEBSITE
High above the Kapalua coastline of Maui on the world-famous Plantation Golf Course, sits The Plantation House Restaurant, a thoroughly modern blend of traditional plantation-style atmosphere, old-fashioned Hawaiian hospitality, and the finest Hawaiian cuisine. The views are magnificent.
(808) 669-6299WEBSITE
Enjoy fresh Mediterranean-inspired dishes on Māla Ocean Tavern's patio while watching boats float by on the ocean. The Lāhainā restaurant, a great option for vegetarians, also offers a beautiful brunch spread every Saturday and Sunday.
(808) 667-9394WEBSITE
Honu Seafood & Pizza offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, and the food is just as gorgeous to look at. Choose from fresh and artfully crafted seafood dishes, or share a brick oven-fired pizza with your loved ones.
(808) 667-9390WEBSITE
Much more than just noodles, Star Noodle offers Asian specialties and noodle bowls with fresh, in-house-made noodles. Be sure to get to the Maui restaurant early enough to try their special menu, which can sell out quickly.
(808) 667-5400WEBSITE
Dine on international cuisine with hints of Hawaiian influence at Roy's Kāʻanapali, one of the most popular restaurants in Maui. Dine at the lively bar, or enjoy your meal overlooking the 18th hole of the Kāʻanapali golf course.
(808) 669-6999WEBSITE
Right on Kā‘anapali Beach is Leilani's on the Beach, offering excellent seafood food, views, and brews! Their Chilled Seafood Platter is perfect for families and groups, and their Taro Hummus puts a fun island twist on a classic snack.
(808) 661-4495WEBSITE
With arguably the best outdoor patio in Kā‘anapali, Hula Grill is a must for anyone looking to enjoy an outdoor dining experience. They offer live entertainment and delicious food created with the flavors of Maui. Sit with your toes in the sand at this fantastic establishment.
(808) 667-6636WEBSITE
Honoring the spirit of Aloha, Duke's Beach House in Kā‘anapali offers live music, great views, fresh fare, and a stellar atmosphere. Sip on a tropical cocktail while browsing the menu filled with fresh fish and steak.
(808) 662-2978WEBSITE
Monkeypod Kitchen in Kāʻanapali serves fresh, organic, and hand-crafted food ranging from unique pizza to seafood. They offer a great selection of cocktails and craft beer and have live music.
(808) 878-6763WEBSITE