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

Mala Ocean Tavern

4.8
4.8
8048 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 74 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
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 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–1:00 am Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Mala Til' Midnight

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Mala Ocean Tavern for an unforgettable late-night experience. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, our combination of excellent music and a lively ambiance provides the perfect setting for a memorable night out. Come for the ocean views, stay for the entertainment, and indulge in the late-night libations that make Mala Ocean Tavern a standout destination in Lahaina.

  • NYE Black & Gold Masquerade Ball

    Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
    Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration! This year, we're hosting a black and gold glamorous masquerade party that includes: -A complimentary mask upon arrival -A photo booth with keepsake picture to take home -Champagne toast at midnight -Pass around pupus -DJ and dancing with DJ Eat a Mango *21 years and older Dress Code: We recommend guests dress in black and gold to match the theme, though it's not mandatory. Doors open at 9:30 PM. Tickets are $120, or $75 if you dine with us during dinner service on 12/31. Visit our website for purchase: https://malatavern.com/shop/p/new-years-eve-2025 Parking will be on the right of the building, at any of our neighboring restaurants, on Front street, and Safeway/Cannery Mall.

Menu

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What 8,048 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

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Seafood

  • Maui

    Great for brunch

  • Maui

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mala Ocean Tavern offers a "BEST breakfast on the island" alongside inventive dishes, excellent service, and a stunning oceanfront location. Guests rave about the "amazing views," "delicious food," and "awesome service." Whether enjoying brunch or dinner, the restaurant consistently delivers "fantastic meals" with a warm atmosphere and "attentive staff."

8,048 Reviews

  1. Suzie

    Central Coast

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We wanted to visit businesses in Lahaina to support those affected by the fires last year. Mala Ocean Tavern was suggested to us and we’re so glad. The food was terrific and the service impeccable. Juan went out of his way to make our experience memorable. We both had dishes with Mahi Mahi and the fish was cooked PERFECTLY! We also had a cocktail, called Spa Day, that was refreshing and delicious. I would recommend anyone to come for any meal here, even if you are not staying close. I promise it’ll be worth the drive!

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  2. Pam

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our week in Maui we dined here twice. It was that good.

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  3. Bob

    Hawaii

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The brunch menu offers consistently excellent offerings along with great coffee and service with aloha.

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  4. Kathy

    Sacramento

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at the Mala Tavern. Food was fresh and fabulous. Service was exceptional as well as the ocean side dining. Glad to have found Mala on this trip back to Maui.

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  5. Carolin

    Vancouver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have come to Maui over 12 years and this is our favorite restaurant for breakfast on the ocean Fantastic service and food and so lovely on the ocean Can’t wait to come back to Maui

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  6. Karen

    New York City

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Mala Ocean Tavern is our favorite restaurant on Maui. The food, service, and dining experience are always fabulous. However, last night was an exception. The noise from the bar was exceptionally loud which negatively impacted diner conversations. Perhaps additional noise reduction materials/steps could be added to improve the broader dining experience.

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  7. Marilyn

    Hawaii

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We’ve been coming here for years,but we were disappointed with our meals. We had reservations but had to wait 30 minutes to get seated. Other people we met waited over an hour. In the upside service was great

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  8. Tim

    Atlanta Metro

    75 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    75 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Without a doubt this is the best breakfast, lunch and dinner spot on Lahiana. Been going here for years and never disappointed.

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  9. paul

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the ribeye, large size, cooked well, but quality of meat was average. My wife had MahiMahi dish and felt it too was average. Lots of sauce and canned tasting mushrooms.

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  10. Walter

    Las Vegas

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mala continues to be the mainstay of dining in Lahaina. Our team continues to dine here 2-3 time weekly when on island. The ambiance is wonderful with beautiful views and welcoming staff that embodies aloha. The hostess Ika greeted us immediately and arranged for a table on the patio which is a favorite of ours. Tonight our appetizers and specifically the coconut prawns were delicious paired with our blanc d’ blanc. Then with our wine it was a great start. The seared ahi was differently presented with mash potatoes and beans. The ahi was perfectly prepared. Our bread pudding and root beer float topped off the night nicely with warmed cognac. Our server John has been with Mala for years and anticipated our food orders graciously. Thank you Mala for welcoming us back home!

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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 8048 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 74 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mala Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Kapunakea St.
  • Neighborhood
    Lahaina
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–1:00 am Happy Hour Daily 2:00 pm–4:00 pm
  • 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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