Maui Dining Guide: West

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West Maui Restaurants

Lahaina, Olowalu, Kāʻanapali, Kahana, Honokōwai, Nāpili, Kapalua

 

B=Breakfast BR=Brunch L=Lunch H=Happy Hour D=Dinner N=Dinner past 9 p.m. R=Reservation recommended  $=Average entrée under $15  $$=Under $25  $$$=Under $40  $$$$=$40+ =Gold & Silver 2022 ‘Aipono Restaurant Award winners =Live music!
Check the venue website for information. Phone numbers are area code 808.

 


WEST SIDE

A‘A ROOTS
Nāpili Plaza, 5095 Napilihau St., Ste. 3, Nāpili, 298-2499
Vegan cuisine made with the freshest Maui produce. Try the açai bowl, soba bowl with peanut sauce, or bagel sandwich with hummus, avo, and veggies. International. B, L, $

 

ALALOA LOUNGE ̄
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, 1 Ritz Carlton Dr., Kapalua, 669-6200
Creative farm-to-table cocktails, mocktails, and an exciting selection of savory dishes from the dining menu, such as huli huli chicken, sushi, and stone-oven pizza. International. D, $-$$

 

AMIGO’S
658 Front St., Lāhainā, 661-0210
Real Mexican fajitas, tostadas, flautas and their famous wet burritos. Kid-friendly. Mexican. B, L, D, $

 

AUNTIE’S KITCHEN 
The Westin Kā‘anapali Ocean Resort Villas, 6 Kai Ala Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-3259
Saimin, burgers, and fresh-fish plate lunches mingle with 2020 ‘Aipono Award-winning poke. Local Mixed Plate. B, L, D, $-$$

 

BANYAN TREE
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., 665-7096
Start with an heirloom tomato salad with buffalo mozzarella. Then a Hawaiian cioppino full of treasures from the sea in a tomato-fennel broth, or lobster agnolotti. End with warm Valrhona chocolate cake. Great cocktails, too! Italian/Hawai‘i Regional. D, $$-$$$$

 

BREAKWALL SHAVE ICE COMPANY
The Wharf Cinema Center Shops, 658 Front St., #104, Lāhainā, 661-4900
Grown-up shave ice? You bet! Cool off with one of the best snow cones on Maui and discover your favorite flavor. Treats. $

 

BURGER SHACK
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Kapalua, 669-6200
Alfresco beachside joint serving burgers, milkshakes, cocktails, and beer. Try the alcoholic milkshakes. American, L, $$

 

CANE & CANOE ̄
Montage Kapalua Bay, 1 Bay Dr., Kapalua, 662-6681
Try the avocado toast and mimosas for breakfast, and prime select steaks with horseradish crème fraÎche for dinner. Lunch at the Hāna Hou Bar includes Wagyu bacon-cheddar burgers and vegetarian selections. Kid-friendly. Pacific Rim. B, D, $$$-$$$$

 

CHEESEBURGER IN PARADISE
811 Front St., Lāhainā, 661-4855
Wake up to oceanfront views with a cuppa joe and a luscious breakfast. For lunch, try the poke, wings, onion rings, or a signature cheeseburger. For dinner: the Aloha Fish and Fries. International. B, L, D, $-$$

 

CHOICE HEALTH BAR
1087 Limahana Pl., #1A, Lāhainā, 661-7711 Second West Maui location: Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali
All juices, smoothies, salads, soups, and açai bowls are made with fresh ingredients. Daily specials. American. B, L, $

 

CLIFF DIVE GRILL
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa, 2605 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 661-0031 Order Hawaiian-style edamame, a juicy burger, or fish tacos to accompany your poolside mai tai or Black Rock Lager. Hawai‘i Regional. L, D, $-$$

 

THE COFFEE STORE
Nāpili Plaza, 5095 Napilihau St., Nāpili, 669-4170
Stop in for coffee and a muffin, and you may just end up staying for lunch – or longer. (They’re open until 6 p.m.) Great service, fresh-baked goods, yogurt-granola parfaits, chia pudding, and to-go items. Coffee Shop. B, L, D, $

 

COOL CAT CAFÉ
The Wharf Cinema Center Shops, 658 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-0908
Burgers, chicken, fresh fish, tacos, and more in a ’50s diner atmosphere. Kid-friendly. American. L, D, $

 

DOWN THE HATCH ̄
The Wharf Cinema Center Shops, 658 Front St., Lāhainā, 661-4900
Mermaid fries with cheese and lava sauce, towering shrimp cocktails, fresh island fish, and lots of aloha. Great shave ice, too! (See Breakwall’s listing.) Hawai‘i Regional. B, L, H, D, N, $$

 

DRUMS OF THE PACIFIC ̄
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4727
Enjoy a traditional imu ceremony and Hawaiian cuisine, plus the dances and music of Polynesia. Kid-friendly. Lū‘au. D, R, $$$$

 

DUKE’S BEACH HOUSE MAUI
Honua Kai Resort & Spa, 130 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 662-2900
Imagine old Hawai‘i while dining on crab-and-macadamia-nut wontons or prime rib at this open-air beach house. Kid-friendly. American/Pacific Rim. B, L, D, $$

 

FEAST AT LELE ̄
505 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-5353
This classic beachfront lū‘au explores the cultural and culinary world of the Pacific Islands. Open bar. Lū‘au. D, R, $$$$

 

FLEETWOOD’S ON FRONT ST.
744 Front St., Lāhainā, 669-6425
(Yes, that Fleetwood!) Pacific oysters with tart apple mignonette, grilled Hawaiian shutome, and a one-pound Harley Davidson Hog Burger. Bar opens at 2 p.m. American/British Pub Food. L, H, D, N, $$-$$$$

 

FOND
Nāpili Plaza, 5095 Napilihau St., #115, Nāpili, 856-0225
Breakfast silog bowls with garlic fried rice, sammies for lunch, Wednesday night fried-chicken special, and Sunday Chef’s Table. Eurasian. B, L, D, $-$$

 

THE GAZEBO
Nāpili Shores, 5315 L. Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Nāpili, 669-5621
Have breakfast for lunch or lunch for breakfast! Fluffy pancakes, omelets, plate lunches with Cajun-spiced chicken or kālua pork, salads, and seven burgers to choose from. Ocean views are free! International. B, BR, L, $

 

HONOLUA STORE
502 Office Rd., Kapalua, 665-9105
Market in the Kapalua Resort with an extensive selection of grab-and-go items like salads, sandwiches, and sushi. Made-to-order pizzas, burgers, hot sandwiches, and breakfast items are also available. Deli, B, L, $-$$

 

HONU SEAFOOD & PIZZA
1295 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-9390
Pizza, salads, and awesome seafood entrees make this a go-to spot in Lāhainā. International. L, D, $$

 

HULA GRILL ̄
Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 667-6636
Dip your toes in the sand at the Barefoot Bar and enjoy poke tacos, mai tais, homemade ice-cream sandwiches, and live music. Kid-friendly. Hawai‘i Regional. L, H, D, $$

 

INU POOL BAR
The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, 45 Kai Malina Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 662-6370
Inu means “drink” in Hawaiian, and this poolside bar serves up island-inspired cocktails, local beer, and wine. Sip and snack on pūpū, burgers, wraps, and salads. Hawai‘i Regional. L, H, D, $-$$

 

ISLAND CREAM COMPANY
Lāhainā Gateway, 305 Keawe St., Lāhainā, 298-0916
Classic flavors meet island fruit! Make your own Glacier Ice snow cone, or choose from 36 delicious flavors of ice cream. Can’t decide? Take home a few pints! Treats. $

 

ISLAND PRESS COFFEE
2580 Kekaa Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-2003
Homey coffee shop in the Fairway Shops serving hard-to-find Maui-grown coffee beans. Start your day with a cup of Maui Red Catuai and a breakfast croissant. Coffee, B, $

 

JAPENGO
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4727
Great steaks and authentic sushi prepared with the finest seafood are among the reasons Japengo won ‘Aipono Silver for Best Asian Cuisine in 2022. Japanese. D, N, $$$

 

JOEY’S KITCHEN
Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 868-4474 Second West Maui location: Napili Plaza, 5095 Napilihau St., Nāpili, 214-5590
Start your day with macadamia nut pancakes or a kālua-pork omelet at Whalers Village and end with dinner at the Nāpili venue. Pacific Rim. B, L, D, $-$$

 

KAPENA’S WOOD-FIRED KITCHEN
505 Front St., Lāhainā, 727-2727
Stylish wood-fired pizza joint headed by the Coon family of Trilogy Excursions. Don’t skip a Cin-Bun Sundae with Trilogy’s famous cinnamon rolls for dessert! Pizza, D, $$

 

KIHEI CAFFE
Lāhainā Gateway Plaza, 305 Kiawe St., Lāhainā, 868-2230
See South Shore listing.

 

KIMO’S
845 Front St., Lāhainā, 661-4811
Hula pie, anyone? Go for a poke and avocado stack followed by Kimo’s signature prime rib. Oceanfront dining. Pacific Rim, L, D, $$$

 

LĀHAINĀ GRILL
127 Lāhaināluna, Rd., Lāhainā, 667-5117
Treat yourself to a pecan-crusted goat cheese and arugula salad, sesame-crusted ‘ahi steak with jasmine rice, or their famous Kona coffee-roasted rack of lamb with coffee-cabernet demi-glace. Great wine selection and cocktails, too! American/Pacific Rim. D, R, $$$$

 

LĀHAINĀ PIZZA COMPANY
730 Front St., Ste. 2, 661-0700
Known for its killer deep-dish pies, this venue tied for the 2022 Gold ‘Aipono Award for Best Pizza. You can also enjoy sandwiches, salads, pasta, and a great selection of libations. Italian/American. Pizza. L, D, $-$$

 

LEILANI’S ON THE BEACH
Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 661-4495
Chef Ryan Luckey rocks island flavors with guava chicken wings, and ‘ahi poke with taro chips. Entrees include filet mignon with green onion gremolata or Parmesan-crusted fresh catch. Don’t forget the Hula Pie! Kid-friendly. Steak/Seafood. L, H, D, N, $-$$$$

 

LEODA’S KITCHEN & PIE SHOP
820 Olowalu Village Rd., Olowalu, 662-3600
Try the house-made pastrami on fresh-baked bread with pineapple coleslaw and an ice-cold beer. The mac-nut chocolate cream pie and fresh-squeezed lemonade will make you want to dance! American. B, L, D, $

 

LOCAL BOYS SHAVE ICE
624 Front St., Lāhainā, 868-3476
This location also serves açai bowls, coffee, and bagels. See also South Shore listing. Kid-friendly. Treats. $

 

LONGHI’S
Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club, 100 Nohea Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-2288.
Try a crisp pinot grigio and a romaine salad tossed with lemon-feta vinaigrette and anchovies. Italian. BR (Fri-Sun), D, $$

 

MACADANGDANG
2580 Keka‘a Dr., Kā‘anapali, 868-0929
Award-winning chef Joey Macadangdang serves a menu like no other! Try the braised duck Kare-kare with eggplant in peanut sauce, the mahimahi in lemongrass-oyster cream, or the ribeye steak with pepper demi-glace. Great cocktails, too! Filipino Fusion/Sushi. H, D, $-$$$

 

MĀLA OCEAN TAVERN
1307 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-9394
Māla delivers delicious food and killer cocktails. Start with an oyster shooter and some ‘ahi bruschetta. Then dig into seared scallops with truffle pesto, huli huli chicken with warm potato salad, or the daily catch with kabocha puree. Mediterranean. BR, H, D, N, $-$$$

 

MAUIGROWN COFFEE CO. STORE
277 Lāhaināluna Rd., Lāhainā, 661-2728
Running low on energy? Head to MauiGrown’s plantation-style hale for a boost. Pumpkin bread and other baked goods round out a great cuppa joe. Coffee Shop/Cafe. B, L, $

 

MERRIMAN’S KAPALUA
1 Bay Club Pl., Kapalua, 669-6400
Peter Merriman casts his spell on seafood, local beef, and produce to create the most delectable fare. Pacific Rim. BR (Sun), L, D, R, $$-$$$$

 

MISO PHAT SUSHI
Kahana Manor, 4310 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., #111, Kahana, 669-9010
See South Shore listing.

 

MOKU ROOTS
335 Keawe St., Lāhainā, 214-5106
This innovative vegan/vegetarian venue won the 2022 Gold ‘Aipono for Best Healthy Fare, as well as the coveted Excellence in Sustainability-Restaurant Award. Vegetarian/Vegan. B, L, D, $

 

MONKEYPOD KITCHEN
Whalers Village, 2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 878-6763
See South Shore listing.

 

MYTHS OF MAUI LŪ‘AU
Royal Lāhainā Resort, 2780 Keka’a Dr., Lāhainā, 877-273-7394
Enjoy all-you-can-eat Hawaiian fares like kālua pork, Moloka‘i sweet potato, and fresh fish. The menu also includes keiki-friendly choices like chicken nuggets and baked mac and cheese. Lū‘au, D, $$$$

 

OLD LĀHAINĀ LŪ‘AU
1251 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-0700
This oceanfront venue has won the Gold ‘Aipono Award for Best Lū‘au 19 times –come see why! Begin with kalo (taro) hummus, then choose a traditional Hawaiian dish such as lomilomi salmon or imu-roasted pork. Save room for the mango-coconut chocolate bombe! Open bar. Kid-friendly. Lū‘au. D, R, $$$$

 

PACIFIC’O ON THE BEACH
505 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-4341
Owner Louis Coulombe and managing partners Michele and Qiana DiBari (of Sale Pepe) reimagined this beachfront venue with a new menu by chef Isaac Bancaco.Try the cacio e pepe pasta, Kobe beef short ribs, or herb-crusted ‘ahi. Pacific Rim. D, $-$$$

 

PĀ‘IA FISH MARKET RESTAURANT
632 Front St., Lāhainā, 662-3456
See North Shore listing.

 

PAPA‘AINA
Pioneer Inn, 658 Wharf St., Lāhainā, 661-3636
Bravo’s Top Chef competitor Lee Anne Wong makes simple food from scratch using fresh, locally grown ingredients. Visit the new grab-and-go counter for early morning coffee and eats! Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $-$$

 

PIZZA PARADISO MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
3350 L. Honoapi‘ilani Hwy., Kā‘anapali, 667-2929
Juicy gyros, flavorful falafel in a warm pita with a side of tabbouleh, kabob platters, and pizza. Dine in or take out. Pizza/Mediterranean. L, D, $-$$

 

PRISON STREET PIZZA
133 Prison St., Lāhainā, 662-3332
East Coast-style pizza, Caesar salad, calzones, and more. Italian/Pizza. L, D, $

 

ROY’S
2290 Kā‘anapali Pkwy., Kā‘anapali, 669-6999
Line up for the half-pound Maui Cattle Co. burger on a brioche bun for lunch. For dinner, try the blackened ‘ahi or the honey-mustard-glazed beef short ribs. Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $$$$

 

ROYAL OCEAN TERRACE RESTAURANT
Royal Lāhainā Resort & Spa, 2780 Keka‘a Dr., Kā‘anapali, 661-3611
Breakfast offerings include loco moco and eggs Benedict, or go light with avocado toast topped with microgreens. Burgers and prime rib, too. Pacific Rim. B, L, D, $-$$

 

SALE PEPE
878 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-7667
Brick-oven-fired pizza and flatbreads highlight a menu that changes daily. Enjoy pancetta and ceci puree on grilled crostini and house-made strozzapreti pasta – just like Chef Michele Di Bari’s mama makes in Italy. Good Italian wines and beer. Italian/Pizza. D, $$

 

SANSEI SEAFOOD RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR
600 S. Office Rd., Kapalua, 669-6286
Small and action-packed, D.K. Kodama’s classy sushi bar draws lines late into the night. Try a Kenny G roll (snapper with shiso and ponzu sauce) with a sip of sake. Pacific Rim/Sushi. D, N, R, $$$

 

THE SEA HOUSE RESTAURANT ̄
Nāpili Kai BeachResort, 5900 L. Honoapi‘ilani Rd., Nāpili, 669-1500
Start the day with oven-baked pancakes laden with fruit. Enjoy coconut-crusted shrimp as the sun sinks into Nāpili Bay. On Wednesdays, stay for Grammy Award-winner George Kahumoku Jr.’s Masters of Hawaiian Slack-Key Guitar. Pacific Rim. B, L, H, D, $$$

 

SON’Z STEAKHOUSE
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4506
Moroccan-spiced blackened ‘ahi with soy-mustard sauce will rock your evening. Sink your teeth into filet mignon carpaccio, rib-eye steak, or mahimahi in lemon-caper butter. Pacific Rim/Steak. H, D, N, $$-$$$$

 

STAR NOODLE
1285 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-5400
Big-city style and local flavors unite. Enjoy a Golden Star sparkling jasmine tea as you drink in the view of Lāna‘i across the channel. The ramen broth is extra smoky, and the Singapore noodles are bright and flavorful. Asian. L, D, $$

 

SUNSET LŪ‘AU AT KAPALUA BAY
Montage at Kapalua Bay 1 Bay Dr., Kapalua, 662-6627
This twice-weekly lū‘au caps at just 40 guests for an intimate experience. Dig into plates of ‘ulu mac salad, ribeye and kanpanchi poke. Lū‘au, D, R, $$$$

 

TAVERNA
2000 Village Rd., Kapalua, 667-2426
House-made pasta, agrodolce-style fish of the day and Italian desserts stand up to the grand finale: espresso with grappa. Great wine, cocktails and craft beer. Italian. B, L, H, D, $$-$$$

 

TEDDY’S BIGGER BURGERS
335 Keawe St., Lāhainā, 661-9111 The staff hand-pat the burgers, charbroil them to order and serve them in a fun diner ambiance. Kid-friendly. American. L, D, $

 

THAI CHEF
Old Lāhainā Center, 878 Front St., Lāhainā, 667-2814
This well-loved venue keeps diners coming back. Commendable curries, fresh prawn spring rolls and beef salad with a tangy sauce. Thai. L, D, $

 

TOMMY BAHAMA MARLIN BAR
900 Front St., Lāhainā, 500-6204. Blackened mahimahi tacos, furikake and sriracha-aioli tater tots, and world-famous coconut shrimp. Great drinks, too! Pacific Rim. L, H, D, $-$$

 

ULULANI’S HAWAIIAN SHAVE ICE
790 Front St., Lāhainā, 877-3700 and Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali
Homemade tropical-flavored syrups such as lilikoi and coconut set this shave-ice business apart. Kid-friendly. Treats. $

 

‘ŪMALU
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, 200 Nohea Kai Dr., Kā‘anapali, 667-4902
Head poolside for Kobe beef sliders or ‘ahi poke nachos. Knock back a “Mutiny on the Carthaginian” cocktail inspired by Lāhainā’s rowdy whaling past. American/Pacific Rim. L, H, D, $$$

 

WAIKIKI BREWING COMPANY
900 Front St., Lāhainā, 856-0036
Paddy’s Irish Stout and Waikele Wheat brew temper the heat of the jalapeño queso dip served with a giant pretzel. Try the smoked Kona-coffee-rubbed beef brisket and cheddar potato cake. American. BR, L, D, $-$$

 

WAILELE POLYNESIAN LŪ‘AU
Westin Maui Resort, 2365 Kā‘anapali Parkway, Lāhainā, 661-2992
Sunset lū‘au featuring Polynesian entertainment and fire dancers on Kā‘anapali Beach. The menu runs the gamut of traditional Hawaiian and contemporary island fares. Lū‘au, D, $$$$