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

Mala Ocean Tavern

4.8
4.8
8537 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 108 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

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (808) 667-9394
  • Website
    https://malatavern.com/?y_source=1_MTAwNDg4MTUyMS04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ==
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    MALA can cater your next party, wedding, work function, or private event with outstanding island influenced cuisine from . For catering inquiries please contact reservations@malatavern.com or call (808) 667-9394.
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at MALA! Host your Private Event oceanfront at Mala Ocean Tavern. Inquiries please contact reservations@malatavern.com or call (808) 667-9394.
  • Location
    1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761
  • Area
    Lahaina
  • Cross Street
    Kapunakea St.
  • 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.
  • Public transit
    Cannery Mall Bus Stop
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 8,537 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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.

8,537 Reviews

  1. Shay VIP

    New Orleans65 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    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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  2. lori

    Phoenix6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding for service and wonderful views of the water and turtles! Our ever went above and beyond to make our experience first class. We had a 18 month old with us and everyone had a great time. I'm vegan and they accommodated me with a delicious meal. Highly recommend and ask for window seat in ocean room.

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  3. Marytiger66

    Hawaii28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the “Treasures” on Maui. We always have a great meal and the service is great too!!!

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    Boise1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dined here for my husband’s birthday. The views were amazing and the food was some of the best we had all week! I had the Mac Daddy cocktail which was fabulous (my favorite so far)!

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  5. Andrew

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came in for brunch and both had the eggs Benedict (one ahi and the other ham) and also the ahi bruschetta. Amazing food and drinks! Our server, Ken was absolutely fantastic and made it a very pleasant dining experience. Would recommend this place to everyone!

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  6. Marty VIP

    Portland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience once again. We usually make the drive from the south side to Lahaina when we are on Maui. The food, view, and service are always so good, and they make a great Mai Tai.

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  7. Chris

    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best places on the island! Great food and great service.

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  8. Thomas VIP

    Dallas6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Been going to Mala for 10 years, always a favorite, but no more. Do not recommend, we were seated so close to others on both sides you could eat off their table. Prices are up and portions are down. We asked out waiter for time to enjoy our drink, he returned in 2 minutes to take our order. We spend $182 for 2 entrees and 3 drinks, and were out of the restaurant in less than 1 hour. Spending that amount I want to enjoy the setting for more than an hour

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  9. MaryV

    Chicago15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to eat alfresco and enjoy the view. Our entrees were very good, 3 of us had the fresh catch of the day and it well worth the price. This restaurant was charming and all staff friendly. We had a slow start mainly getting our beverages, otherwise the meal was paced well and we enjoyed the evening and sunset.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and service. Malasadas were delicious.

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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 8537 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
19:00
Booked 108 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mala Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kapunakea St.
  • Area
    Lahaina
  • 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
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • 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.
  • Public transit
    Cannery Mall Bus Stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    https://malatavern.com/?y_source=1_MTAwNDg4MTUyMS04NjAtbG9jYXRpb24ud2Vic2l0ZQ==
  • Phone number
    (808) 667-9394
  • Catering
    MALA can cater your next party, wedding, work function, or private event with outstanding island influenced cuisine from . For catering inquiries please contact reservations@malatavern.com or call (808) 667-9394.
  • Private party facilities
    Join us at MALA! Host your Private Event oceanfront at Mala Ocean Tavern. Inquiries please contact reservations@malatavern.com or call (808) 667-9394.
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