Mala Ocean Tavern

Mala Ocean Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Dallas3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best restaurant in town for sure. Cooked to perfection.
   

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   LynnS

   Boise4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Mahi Mahi fresh fish dinner was so flavorful! Started off with Fried Calamari which was so tender, served with delicious tartar sauce. The bread pudding was light but amazing flavors!
   

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3. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Phoenix2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   One of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had as a family right on the water, Joe the server was incredible and the food was delicious!
   

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Mala Signature Ahi was the best dish we had in Maui, highly recommend!
   

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   Joanne VIP

   Las Vegas8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent as always! Great service from Joe and you can’t beat the view! Love the happy hour menu.
   

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   Emma

   Hawaii1 review

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We made a reservation for happy hour at Mala on a Monday afternoon. The service was excellent and the food was perfect. Delicious cocktails too! On the happy hour menu we enjoyed poisson cru, calamari, coconut shrimp, and the blackened fish sandwich. We were fortunate to be at a table right next to the water, but there is not a bad seat in the house. We will definitely be coming back!
   

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   Reggie VIP

   Kansas City68 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We always enjoy Mala. This time we had a sea-side table so were able to look for turtles (and there were plenty). Food continues to meet our expectations - especially the fish sandwich! Service was a bit slower this time but with the great setting we didn't mind.
   

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   TRACY

   Boise3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We love Mala! It’s our must go to for every visit. We even had our wedding ceremony dinner there 10 years ago the whole fish is a must!!!
   

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   Shay VIP

   New Orleans65 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   My wife and I dined at Mala during our annual visit to Maui. It didn’t disappoint- excellent Ahi Bruschetta and Calamari appetizers, followed by a shared entree - the catch of the day prepared pan fried with kabocha squash and carrots and broccolini. John was an attentive and engaging waiter! And if anyone is keeping track of the best Mai Tai on the island - Mala’s is one of the best you’ll find!
   

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    BruceL

    Chicago2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2

    We had three types of fish. All 3 tasted fishy, and at least one was not cooked properly- it was tough. The chips and edamame was not offered anymore. The seared ahi bruschetta was definitely not as nice as it once was. The Staff overall did their jobs, but they have lost their aloha spirit. There is no joy in anything they do now. And the menu offerings need to return to their strengths while also offering a variety options for those who do not want fish (hamburgers, salads, pasta’s, mac&cheese. I think the restaurant has lost its way. I miss the old Mala tavern options and the joy they once had.
    

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