Aloha, fellow vacationers! 🌴 In the event you’re dreaming of lush landscapes, pristine seashores, and unforgettable culinary adventures, Maui needs to be on the high of your journey bucket checklist.
On this complete Maui journey information, we take you thru the island’s must-see sights, hidden gems, and, after all, the very best native eats that can make your style buds dance.
Whether or not you’re planning a calming getaway or an action-packed journey, this information has every part you have to take advantage of your time in paradise. Let’s dive into the sweetness and flavors of Maui!
Under are a few of our favourite eating places, seashores, and extra!
Our Favourite Spots On Maui
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Eating places – South Aspect
Wailea (most in strolling distance!)
Akamai Espresso
Positioned in Wailea Village, the purchasing advanced slightly below the condominium property. They serve nice espresso and espresso drinks and lightweight breakfast and lunch fare. ➾ akamaicoffee.com
Matteo’s Osteria
This wonderful Italian restaurant has scrumptious meals and an in depth wine checklist. Positioned inside strolling distance from right here! We suggest making a reservation and sitting on the patio. ➾ matteosmaui.com
Lineage
The menu at Lineage has a world aptitude made with native substances, and the bar options an revolutionary cocktail menu. It’s positioned at The Retailers at Wailea, a brief stroll from right here. It was owned initially by Chef Sheldon Simeon, now headed by Chef MiJin Kang Toride. ➾ lineagemaui.com
Tommy Bahama Grill
A spacious lanai and heat island breezes make this spot supreme for lunch, dinner, or Pleased Hour. Positioned in The Retailers at Wailea, the meals is scrumptious, and the environment elegant. ➾ tommybahama.com/restaurants-and-marlin-bars/areas/wailea
Monkeypod Kitchen
Farm-to-table eatery and bar with Hawaiian fare and an unlimited beer and cocktail checklist. This cool informal spot in Wailea has scrumptious meals choices and drinks! Make reservations, as they’ll get busy. ➾ monkeypodkitchen.com
DUO
Within the 4 Seasons Resort, DUO serves premium steaks and native seafood in an open-air setting. Nice for a romantic dinner out! ➾ fourseasons.com/maui/eating/eating places/duo-steak-and-seafood
Spago
Positioned throughout the 4 Seasons Resort, Spago provides many locally-inspired dishes and Wolfgang Puck’s classics. Pair your meal with a variety from the huge wine assortment or strive an interpretation of a basic Hawaiian cocktail: spectacular ocean views and sunsets. ➾ wolfgangpuck.com/eating places/spago-maui
Pita Paradise
Nice Greek-inspired meals. Our favourite is the Greek salad with the recent catch of the day. The proprietor, Captain John, fishes day by day and solely for the restaurant, so all of the fish is native and recent. It’s positioned simply up the highway subsequent to Monkeypod. ➾ pitaparadisehawaii.com
Kohola Brewery
Initially positioned in Lahaina, Kohola misplaced its brewing facility within the Lahaina hearth. They’re brewing beer on the large island and serving out of their taproom/restaurant in Wailea Village, the purchasing middle slightly below us. This location is informal and has loads of seating. Wonderful service, nice beer, wine, and cocktails; additionally they have nice meals. We suggest the Smashburger and the fried rooster. ➾ koholabrewery.com
Tikehau Lounge
It’s positioned in Wailea Village throughout from Kohola Brewery. This cute and welcoming tiki lounge has distinctive cocktails crafted by Mari, who makes use of native produce from her personal yard. This spot is improbable and has wonderful cocktails in addition to small bites. Sunday is glad hour all day. ➾ tikehaulounge.com
The Restaurant at Resort Wailea
This restaurant is tremendous particular. It’s an ideal place for an upscale dinner – the service is top-notch, the wine checklist is superb, and the meals is great. From its perch on the hillside above Wailea, you’ll take pleasure in panoramic ocean views from the higher lanai and intimate eating below the celebs within the backyard. ➾ hotelwailea.com/eating/the-restaurant
The Birdcage Bar
This bar is positioned within the Resort Wailea subsequent to the restaurant, however you don’t have to make a reservation. Get there earlier than sundown, and you will notice dozens of pairs of lovebirds that sing and flutter about… we’ve described this as a real-life Disney Tiki Home journey! The cocktails are nice, the setting is exceptional, and you’ll order meals. We extremely suggest checking this spot out. ➾ hotelwailea.com/eating/the-birdcage
Kihei
Kihei Caffe
Positioned on Kihei Highway, this breakfast/lunch place opens at 6 am day by day and infrequently has a line, however it strikes quick. Nice native flavors, together with Loco Moco with Kalua Pork! ➾ kiheicaffe.com
Sugar Seaside Bake Store
Positioned on the north finish of Kihei, you’ll discover malasadas and different baked items impressed by native flavors and substances. Go early as a result of they do run out of malasadas. Serving up fresh-brewed Hawaiian OMA espresso and house-made lemonades. ➾ sugarbeachbakeshop.com
Paia Fish Market – South Aspect
Paia Fish Market has an informal, cozy, family-friendly environment with communal picket tables, dive bar decor, and funky surf images. It’s counter service solely, so that you’ll want to face in a perpetually lengthy line, however the meals’s definitely worth the wait. As its title suggests, this place makes a speciality of fish: just-caught, fresh-off-the-boat native seafood. ➾ paiafishmarket.com
Outrigger Pizza
There’s a small pizza trailer on South Kihei Highway; don’t miss it within the car parking zone. The pizza right here is great! It’s been featured on Diner’s Drive-Ins and Dives. The pizzas are made to order in a wood-fired pizza oven. ➾ outriggerpizzas.com
Black Rock Pizza
Nice pizza with a neighborhood twist. Positioned on South Kihei Highway close to Foodland, you may take pleasure in open-air seating or order forward for takeout. ➾ blackrock.pizza/kihei
South Maui Fish Firm
This meals truck is positioned contained in the Aloha Open Market and options improbable fish tacos, poke, and fish and chips. ➾ southmauifishco.com
South Maui Gardens Meals Vans
South Maui Gardens is positioned within the coronary heart of Kihei. This location has a set of superior meals vans, artwork distributors, and a plant nursery. Native musicians are normally taking part in within the courtyard. In addition they have reside hula reveals that you may purchase tickets for. ➾ southmauigardens.com/foodtrucks
Miso Phat Sushi
Cute sushi place in a little bit strip mall in Kihei. Very recent native fish makes for scrumptious sushi. ➾ misophat.com
Eating places – West Aspect
Leoda’s Kitchen & Pie Store
For an informal setting, go to Leoda’s, a counter-serve cafe that includes scrumptious sandwiches, salads, and a few of the finest handmade pies! Positioned on Honoapi’ilani Freeway in Olowalu, it’s a handy cease when heading into or out of the Lahaina space. ➾ leodas.com
Lahaina
Aloha Combined Plate
This spot in Lahaina serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition they serve native plate lunch specials like shoyu rooster, kalua pork, pork lau lau, and Hawaiian mac salad. Every thing is nice, and the service is pleasant. ➾ alohamixedplate.com
Star Noodle
Should cease, it’s completely improbable meals! You will want a reservation – make it prematurely. Get the ahi avo and the Vietnamese crepe. ➾ starnoodle.com
Mala Tavern
This can be a nice location proper on the water. They’ve meals and reside music. Submit covid, they took over the aspect lot and turned it into an outside backyard patio for consuming. b➾ malaoceantavern.com
Honu
It’s an open-air place and an ideal spot for sundown – proper on the water. Get the ahi tuna bruschetta – it’s pretty. (They closed after the Lahaina hearth however hope to reopen quickly.) ➾ honumaui.com
Kapalua
Merriman’s
This breathtaking oceanfront restaurant provides farm-to-table menu choices. At the very least 90% of the menu gadgets are regionally sourced utilizing sustainable strategies. With indoor and out of doors seating choices, reside music, and Kapalua Bay because the backdrop, it makes for an unforgettable eating expertise! The eating room requires a reservation; the patio bar is on first come. ➾ merrimanshawaii.com/kapalua
Taverna
Wonderful Italian meals and scrumptious cocktails can be found on the Ritz, which is open for lunch and dinner. Make reservations for dinner! ➾ tavernamaui.com
Napili
Seahouse
This place is nestled proper in Napili Bay (an ideal spot for snorkeling or swimming), a cool open-air spot with nice views (be warned it’s extremely popular on their patio!). Very informal – most individuals are coming straight from the water, and there’s a little bit path across the property with nice views. ➾ seahousemaui.com
Fond
That is an unassuming neighborhood spot in a strip mall in Napili. The meals is excellent, and the chef, Jojo Vasquez, is a James Beard finalist who serves self-described Hawaiian Regional and New American delicacies. ➾ fondmaui.com
Hula Grill
That is in Whaler’s Village, which is a pleasant purchasing space close to Black Rock. If you’re snorkeling or hitting the seashore there, you may cease by right here. Their patio is actually within the sand so it’s a enjoyable lunch spot. ➾ hulagrillkaanapali.com
Maui Brewing Firm
It’s a small pub in a strip mall. This was their first place earlier than they constructed their far more distinguished location in Kihei: good beer, good meals, cool bar (with an ice circle alongside the bar). ➾ mbcrestaurants.com/kahana
Eating places – North Maui
Paia
Mama’s Fish Home
Make your reservation early. This can be a particular MUST! This place is improbable – the view, location, meals, drinks – the entire package deal. It’s a well-known mainstay on the island. We are able to’t say sufficient great issues about it. The meals is so recent and native that they are going to even checklist the boat’s title and the fisherman who caught the fish featured in that day’s menu. This place is true Hawaii to me. Order the Relaxer drink – it’s not on the menu, however they are going to normally make it. ➾ mamasfishhouse.com
Paia Bay Espresso & Bar
Restaurant, espresso bar, and cocktail bar. We haven’t been but, however we’ve heard good issues. Their cocktail menu was created by the lady who runs Esters in Wailuku (see beneath), so it’s most likely darn good.➾ paiabaycoffeeandbar.com
Café de Amis
It’s a cute, small restaurant with an attention-grabbing however scrumptious mixture of French, Mediterranean, and Indian. ➾ cdamaui.com
nyloS
If you’re up for one thing actually decadent nyloS is it. This tiny restaurant in Paia has just one seating at 6:30 pm. The restaurant holds about 14 company, which actually looks like a personal eating expertise. The menu is prix fixe with an optionally available wine pairing. You’ll sit within the eating room and watch Chef Jeremy Solyn put together each plate. Now we have executed the tasting menu right here a number of instances and are at all times in awe of the expertise. ➾ nylosmaui.com
Eating places – Kahului/Wailuku
Kahului
Tin Roof
The place was opened by Sheldon Simeon (from Prime Chef fame), and it options his household’s delicacies. It’s tremendous informal, and there’s at all times a line out the door. It’s proper subsequent to the airport – not essentially the most fabulous location, however it’s good for take-out. ➾ tinroofmaui.com
Wailuku
Esters Truthful Prospect
This tiki bar has change into one in every of our favourite spots on the island. It’s tiny and such an ideal, cute spot. It’s close to the Iao Valley in Wailuku city. They normally have a enjoyable, particular cocktail menu. ➾ estersmaui.com
Tiffany’s
That is an older native spot that Chef Sheldon and his spouse, house owners of Tin Roof) purchased as the unique house owners have been going to retire. The meals is improbable!! It’s Hawaiian basic meals – Korean, Chinese language, and Filipino flavors and fusion. It’s in a really native a part of city. When Sheldon purchased it, the locals demanded he didn’t take away particular gadgets off the menu – just like the walnut shrimp. They don’t take reservations however do have a web based waitlist. ➾ tiffanysmaui.com
SixtyTwo MarcKet
The menu, which rotates seasonally (each 62 days), is steadily complemented by specials drawing inspiration from what’s harvested at that second the exact same day. ➾ sixtytwomarcket.com
Waikapu on 30
That is our favourite plate lunch location. They serve genuine, native dishes and the very best lau lau on the island (in our mixed opinion). Seize a plate lunch and chill out on the picnic tables. ➾ instagram.com/waikapuon30
Eating places – Upcountry
Haiku
Colleen’s on the Cannery
Positioned within the outdated cannery, it’s a bakery and restaurant serving meals all day. The adjoining bar subsequent door opens for glad hour at 3:30 and is strongly beneficial. ➾ colleensinhaiku.com
Nuka Sushi
Among the finest sushi we’ve ever had. It’s a beautiful place however small, and it tends to refill shortly, so get there near opening time at 4:30. You would go to Colleen’s throughout the road for a drink at 3:30 after which stroll over right here after they open. ➾ nukamaui.com
Hali’imaile
Hali’imaile Basic Retailer
Nice restaurant that includes regionally sourced produce, seafood, meats, and merchandise since 1988. Regional native substances are sourced from Hawaiian farmers, fishermen, and ranchers. Their dishes are a singular mix of recent Hawaiian meals, native Asian influences, and trendy preparations. This location is a very particular eating expertise set inside a historic constructing in decrease Haleakala’s pineapple fields. ➾ hgsmaui.com
Pukalani
Mahalo Aleworks
New brewery, and we find it irresistible! It has nice upcountry views and is normally not too crowded. The beer is nice, they usually have a semi-permanent meals stall referred to as Upcountry Sausage Works. However… we might have a drink after which head subsequent door to Marlow for dinner. ➾ mahaloaleworks.com
Marlow
Proper subsequent door to Mahalo Aleworks, Marlow is all about Italian meals with a give attention to pizzas. It’s a small spot however superb. ➾ restaurantmarlow.com
Ulupalakua
Ulupalakua Ranch Grill
(Ooh (like in ooh la la) – bathroom – pah – lah – koo – ah)
The ranch is one in every of a sort on Maui, and the drive to it provides you with views to amaze. The grill serves up burgers produced from Maui beef (or elk or venison). There’s even a vineyard (➾ MauiWine.com) throughout the road, however make tasting reservations prematurely. ➾ ulupalakuaranch.com
Seashores – South Aspect
Ulua / Mokapu Seashores
(u-lu’-a)/(moh-kah-poo)
These fabulous seashores are inside strolling distance from right here, positioned in entrance of the Andaz Resort. Each are nice seashores with comfortable sand and enjoyable for swimming and snorkeling. There may be additionally a small car parking zone, which might refill early.
Keawakapu Seaside
(key-avah-kah-pooh)
Simply north of Mokapu Seaside, this glowing stretch of sand is a showstopper. Keawakapu is about again from the principle highway and fewer seen than Kihei’s predominant roadside seashores simply north. It’s additionally much less crowded and is a superb place to settle in and watch the sundown. Wonderful for swimming and snorkeling, particularly on the north finish of the seashore. Straightforward parking on the nook of S. Kihei Rd. and Kilohana Dr.
Kamaole Seashores (1, 2 and three)
(Kah-mah-oh-lay)
The Kamaole seashores are identified for loads of play areas on the sand and grass, and every seashore has a public restroom. Kamaole 3 additionally has volleyball courts accessible for public use. There are additionally loads of restaurant choices throughout the road from Kamaole 2. Every seashore is great for boogie boarding and physique browsing, and you could find some nice snorkel spots in the event you search for them!
Huge Seaside (Makena State Park)
Huge Seaside is understood for its waves, that are nice for physique browsing and boogie boarding. There may be loads of sandy seashore, however we suggest bringing some refreshments. This seashore is positioned south of Wailea and isn’t near shops or eating places. It might not be the most secure seashore for little ones, because the waves might be fairly giant, particularly throughout winter.
Different Actions – South Aspect
Wailea Seaside Path
This beautiful strolling path stretches a little bit over 1.5 miles alongside the seashore, operating from the car parking zone at Ulua Seaside right down to Polo Seaside. It winds alongside the cliffs above the seashores and ocean.
Seashores – West Aspect
Ka’anapali Seaside
(Kah-ah-naw-PAW-lee)
Ka’anapali Seaside is legendary for snorkeling and cliff leaping from the volcanic ocean cliff often known as Black Rock. This standard seashore is a 3-mile stretch of golden-white sandy coast. Along with snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving, Ka’anapali Seaside provides an unimaginable location for whale watching and sundown views.
Napili Bay
(Nah-peel-lee)
Napili Bay is a well-liked snorkel spot identified for being frequented by Hawaiian inexperienced sea turtles. The waters are typically calm and supply a beautiful view of underwater coral reef formations. Throughout peak season, the seashore can get fairly busy, and with no designated car parking zone, we suggest going early.
Launiupoko Seaside Park
(Lou-new-poh-koh)
Common for surfers and standup paddle boarders, Launiupoko is a west-side seashore favourite alongside Honoapi’ilani Freeway. A pure pool with surrounding lava rock partitions makes for a super shallow swimming space for kids.
D.T. Fleming Seaside Park
Positioned in entrance of The Ritz Carlton in Kapalua, this seashore is great for individuals who take pleasure in taking part in within the waves. Circumstances can change into tough, and highly effective waves are anticipated. Skilled boogie boarders and surfers will benefit from the waters right here throughout North swells.
Slaughterhouse Seaside
Slaughterhouse Seaside, or Mokule’ia Seaside, is a protected marine protect and nice for snorkeling when the situations are proper. Positioned north previous Kapalua, you’ll see vehicles parked alongside a fence and steps happening to the seashore. The seashore is loved by extra skilled boogie boarders, surfers, and snorkelers.
Honokohau Bay
(Hoe-no-koh-how)
An unimaginable spot for snorkeling. There’s one location the place you stroll via a wooded space and find yourself at a seashore and guarded bay space that’s nice for snorkeling (you will notice many catamaran snorkeling cruises anchored within the bay). You already know you’re there if you come throughout a really slender, brief, concrete bridge – it’s proper after that. You will note folks parked alongside the highway.
Different Actions – West Aspect
Kapalua Coastal Path
It’s a enjoyable coastal path that begins at Merriman’s and runs to DT Fleming Seaside via the Montage and Ritz property. It provides nice views—plus, the homes are unimaginable! (There are different trails alongside the property right here as nicely.)
Walkway from Ka’anapali Seaside to Black Rock
We begin at Duke’s and stroll both on the trail itself or the seashore to Whaler’s Village/Black Rock.
The remainder of the island!
Go to an Upcountry city – Haiku, Makawao, Pukalani
Haiku or Makawao are nice locations to go to. Makawao is a bit larger and has some nice boutique retailers—I like to recommend a go to. You may drive on to/from Paia Village down the Hana Freeway to make a full time out of it.
Paia
It’s an artist neighborhood, however it’s change into tremendous packed now. There are neat retailers, and it’s enjoyable to stroll round and take a look at the world. We normally cease by Paia on our technique to Mama’s Fish Home. Paia Fish Market’s authentic location is positioned on the town.
Haleakalā Nationwide Park
The views from the summit are unimaginable. Many individuals come right here for dawn (reservations are required for dawn!) or to hike the moonlike terrain. It might get very chilly up on the high (between 40 and 60 °F), so plan accordingly.
Highway to Hana
Alongside the route, there are nice hikes and waterfalls. We suggest giving your self a whole day, beginning early, and hitting as many stops as potential—they’re stunning. The perfect half is the numerous unimaginable meals vans you’ll discover alongside the highway in Hana.
ʻĪao Valley State Park
Get pleasure from cool hikes and a stroll via a tropical rainforest within the West Maui Mountains above Wailuku and Kahului. Reservations are required for entry and can be found on-line. ➾ gostateparks.hawaii.gov
Maui Wine
Sure, there’s really a vineyard on Maui! Positioned on the slopes of Haleakala in Upcountry Maui, Maui Wine has each conventional wines in addition to a pineapple wine that’s price making an attempt simply because it’s distinctive. Make reservations forward of time, and cease at Ulupalakua Ranch Grill throughout the highway for lunch earlier than or after your tasting. ➾ mauiwine.com
Ocean Distillery
Makers of Ocean Vodka (within the distinctive spherical bottles) and extra, this can be a enjoyable place to take a tour, do a tasting, and even have lunch at their cafe. You may guide excursions/tastings prematurely, and they’ll accommodate drop-ins as nicely. ➾ oceandistillery.com
