Kihei & South Maui
The decor at this new venture from Top Chef favorite and restaurateur Sheldon Simeon may be modern and spare, but the hospitality is warm, old-school…
Must-see restaurants in Maui
West Maui
A spin-off of popular Monkeypod Kitchen in Wailea, this latest branch of chef Peter Merriman's open-air restaurant is doing just fine in its infancy. A…
Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
Kihei
Maui is laid-back, but sometimes you have to plan ahead. Dinner at Sansei is one of those times – make a reservation or queue early for the sushi bar. The…
North Shore & Upcountry
With classic antipasti Italian dishes, stone-baked kiawe-fired oven pizzas, and juicy Maui-raised steaks, it's hard to go wrong at this longtime Upcountry…
Lahaina
Enjoy Pacific Rim cuisine prepared with contemporary flourishes at chef James McDonald’s chic oceanfront restaurant. Bold and innovative seafood and beef…
West Maui
Chef Joey Macadangdang has lived on Maui for more than 20 years and fuses Hawaiian-island flavors with Filipino dishes at this no-frills canteen-style…
Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar
West Maui
Sansei's innovative sushi menu is the draw, but the non-sushi house specials, which often blend Japanese and Pacific Rim flavors, shouldn’t be overlooked…
West Maui
Revamped during the nine-month overhaul of the adjacent Plantation golf course, this beloved clubhouse eatery is looking fresh. Fortunately for both…
West Maui
This porch-wrapped bungalow opened in 1929 as the general store for the Honolua pineapple plantation. Today, the Honolua Store has been stylishly revamped…
Kihei
Local farms strut their stuff at this glossy salad emporium. Step up to the counter, choose a classic or chef-inspired salad – or build your own – and add…
North Shore & Upcountry
From morning to evening, this boisterous bistro is the Haʻiku hangout, for locals and visitors alike. Menu choices are straightforward – burgers, salads…
Lahaina
Not your cheap taco joint, Frida's (with plenty of imagery from its namesake Frida Kahlo) has a superb waterfront location, featuring a large open dining…
Kihei
Maybe it's the sneaky birds on the patio, or the quick-to-arrive entrees, or the hovering queue, but dining at this busy Kihei institution is not exactly…
Nutcharee's Authentic Thai Food
Kihei
Fans of Nutcharee Case's panang curry with fresh fish no longer have to drive to Hana to get their fix. She closed her beloved East Maui outpost a few…
West Maui
We especially like Merriman’s at happy hour (3pm to 5pm). Perched on a scenic point between Kapalua Bay and Napili Bay, the tiki- and palm-dotted Point…
Lahaina
Where has all the romance gone? To the front porch of Gerard’s, where white linens and flickering shadows invite murmurs of love. Or exclamations of…
Lahaina
Named for Maui’s famous green sea turtles, this stylish venture from restaurateur Mark Ellman is wowing crowds with expansive ocean views and a savory…
Lahaina
This branch of the Maui original is located in an appealing vintage building near the banyan tree. There are picnic tables on a shady terrace, while…
West Maui
For macadamia nuts, coconut candy and ʻono (delicious) banana bread ($9 a loaf), stop at Julia’s lime-green shack. Get chatting to super friendly Julia or…
North Shore & Upcountry
This blue food truck with a Hokusai-style wave emblazoned on the side is one of the best on Maui. Located near the Haliʻimaile Distilling Company, it…
Lahaina
This inviting waterfront restaurant from local restaurateur Mark Ellman fuses Mediterranean and Pacific influences with upmarket flair. Tapas dishes…
West Maui
This place is tiny, not super friendly and the choices are weird (kung pao chicken and spaghetti with meatballs?). So why do we like it? First you nibble…
North Shore & Upcountry
During brunch watch the chefs whip up your huevos rancheros (Mexican eggs), a Benedict, or avo on sourdough at this pleasant indoor-outdoor cafe tucked…
North Shore & Upcountry
Delicious homemade food, including fresh-baked bread, a full breakfast menu (nine omelet options, plus shakshuka, Benedicts, and biscuits and gravy), plus…
ʻIao Valley & Central Maui
The old-school American diner gets a Hawaiian twist at this low-frills locals’ joint. Breakfast standbys such as Denver omelets and banana pancakes jostle…
Lahaina
Hidden in the back of an aging strip mall, this place looks like a dive from the outside, but the food’s incredible. Start with the fragrant ginger…
North Shore & Upcountry
Across from Rodeo General Store, in a gravel parking lot, you'll find the most delicious farm-to-table sushi, served out of a gypsy-style food trailer…
ʻIao Valley & Central Maui
Wow, this ice cream is seriously good. Made from ingredients from local farms, such as Maui gold pineapples, Kula strawberries and Sunrise papayas, these…
Kihei
Da Kitchen is da bomb. Come to this no-frills eatery for Hawaiian plate lunches done right. The local favorite is Da Lau Lau Plate (with steamed pork…
West Maui
Between the waterfalls, the swan pond and the tiki torches, this is Kaʻanapali’s most romantic night out. The award-winning cuisine includes the expected…
Lahaina
Who needs the ocean? The only view at this attractive Italian restaurant trapped inside a strip mall is of fabulous pastas and pizza. The rigatoni,…
Lahaina
Step up to the front-yard register and prepare to be wowed by the hefty malasadas that arrive piping hot. You can order them plain or stuffed with…
Farmacy Health Bar & Grill ‒ Pukalani
North Shore & Upcountry
Craving a healthy lunch? Pop into Farmacy for a juice, smoothie or acai bowl – all fruit loaded and fresh. A spin-off of the Farmacy in Wailuku, this…
Kihei
Come for the amazing spicy tuna nachos, stay for the Acapulco shrimp scampi, the Asian marinated grilled rib eye and the other impeccably flavored Latin…
North Shore & Upcountry
Hip, modern counter-service spot for a healthy salad fix or wholesome breakfast or lunch. The superb-quality acai bowls, salads and grain bowls are vegan…
ʻIao Valley & Central Maui
This counter joint does the best donuts on Maui. The handcrafted brioche delights are made using local ingredients. Flavors rotate, but expect to find…
West Maui
You put the lime in the coconut, Burger Shack. This casual and fun oceanfront joint beside DT Fleming Beach sells gourmet burgers, fun shakes and…
Kahului
You can't beat the value at this casual local spot serving tasty Hawaiian eats. Don't come for the setting (brown furniture under florescent lights); come…
ʻIao Valley & Central Maui
Located in the bays of a 1920s gas station, this is (as a sign proclaims) 'where the hip come to sip.’ In Wailuku this means surfing the web in your T…
North Shore & Upcountry
Craving a vitamin injection? Head to this small, palm-tree-shaded garden cafe off the main street that serves fine natural fruit bowls. Choose from three…
