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Sunset Dinner from the Lanai - Mala Ocean Tavern, Lahaina, HI

Mala Ocean Tavern

4.8
4.8
8507 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:30
Booked 87 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
Maui isn't just a popular vacation spot because of its gorgeous beaches and beautiful oceans. The island is also known for its oceanfront restaurants. Dining in an oceanfront restaurant on Maui is one of the best ways to take in the entire island's breathtaking ocean scenery.
Experience and relish the taste of delicious meals at Mala Ocean Tavern! Here's what makes our oceanfront restaurant on Maui the preferred choice for many:
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 09:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 21:00–01:00 Happy Hour Daily 14:00–16:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self parking is available in the small parking lot located to the right of the restaurant, the parking lot between our neighbor restaurants, the parking lot in front of Aloha Mixed Plates, Safeway, Cannery Mall, and some street parking on Front street. Please refrain from parking in front pf local residents' homes, especially in the burn zone.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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What 8,507 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Seafood

  • Maui

    Great for brunch

  • Maui

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mala Ocean Tavern in Maui is a gem with "amazing dining experience," offering fresh and delicious food with standout dishes like the "ahi bruschetta" and "pork shank." Guests adore the "incredible ambiance," "outstanding service," and "breathtaking views" of the ocean and turtles. Reservations are recommended for this popular spot.

8,507 Reviews
  1. Hank VIP

    San Diego88 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch. the food was fantastic as was the service. We just arrived in Maui yesterday and will certainly be back a few times this week.

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  2. Won54

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ahi poke Bruschetta was exceptional. So was the quality service by Kate.

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  3. Doug VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Mala used to be one of the best restaurants on Maui. If our dinner tonight was any indication, it's now one of the worst. Didn't like the Mai Tais at all. I had the scallops risotto. So so. My wife had a Caesar salad with fish. The salad was pathetic. Just some chopped romaine and not a good dressing. And the prices are some of the highest on the island. eared scallops risotto was $61! Sad to see Lahaina starting to recover but Mala definitely not at all what is used to be.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Big thanks to Jose for helping when food spilled on my dress. He was a great waiter and made sure my partner and I had an amazing meal. The ukulele singer had great energy too. I’ll definitely be coming back!

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  5. Lisa VIP

    Philadelphia83 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mai Tai is best on Maui Calamari is outstanding. Good portion. WAGU burger was large enough for us to share. Highly recommend.

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  6. Scott VIP

    Central Coast18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous venue great food and good service. Bright airy clean and super view of the water

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  7. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, it was wonderful to be at Mala Tavern. Beautiful setting, nice ocean breeze. Great brunch/lunch choices. Our food was delicious and service was lovely. We will be there twice more on this 3 week visit. Mala Tavern never disappoints.

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  8. Saucy

    Hawaii3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a nice meal. The server was very good, once he settled down a little. Initially, he was trying too hard to get us to order and so forth. We both enjoyed our food and drinks. I was sad that the bruschetta app is now down to one TINY piece for 21.00 That is not fair or reasonable.

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  9. Patrice VIP

    Phoenix95 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Mala for brunch. It's fantastic. The food is delicious and the service is excellent. We had the pancakes and the Mala steak breakfast. These are two of our favorites and not to be missed.

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  10. Jen VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic brunch. Enjoyed our time. Service was great, the restaurant was charming, enjoyed our food.

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FAQs

Mala Ocean Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (808) 667-9394.

Mala Ocean Tavern is rated 4.8 stars by 8507 OpenTable diners.

Mala Ocean Tavern does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:30
Booked 87 times today
Google Map for Mala Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 09:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 21:00–01:00 Happy Hour Daily 14:00–16:00
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self parking is available in the small parking lot located to the right of the restaurant, the parking lot between our neighbor restaurants, the parking lot in front of Aloha Mixed Plates, Safeway, Cannery Mall, and some street parking on Front street. Please refrain from parking in front pf local residents' homes, especially in the burn zone.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
Gift card

Gift card

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