Our happy hour dinner at Mala was amazing. The best meal and experience we had in Maui. Sitting right on the ocean with island views and a nice breeze, drinking outstanding cocktails and eating local food. The service from Thomas was outstanding, and he shared lots of knowledge with us about the sea life in the harbor and the local ingredients in their food. You absolutely MUST try the bruschetta. Thank you so much!
Ben Bar-Lev
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November 03, 2025
Came here on a Saturday night , day after Halloween, place was half full. I’ve heard a lot about Mala from family & friends , knew i was in for a treat.
My wife, 25 weeks pregnant , eats plant based and there were several options for her.
Our server, Carlos, was soft spoken but confident & gave us great pointers - he’s someone you just know you can trust.
I got the ceviche w the sweet potato
Chips , my wife got the Brussel sprouts to start, both were just fantastic! The brussel sprouts were cooked to perfection & the ceviche i got was in this rich coconut broth that i ended up drinking. Really refined and confident flavors.
For our main dish, my wife got the vegan curry & i was stuck between the pork shank (Carlos said it falls off the bone) and the pan seared mahi mahi (which i ended up getting).
While the portion size of the mahi mahi was on the smaller side, the actual dish was huge — Yukon potatoes and a great ginger sauce with mushrooms and carrots - just really full flavor.
Id like to note that i got their version of a Mai tai as well as a gin drink that were some of the best cocktails I had during our trip.
Pricing was fair and the food quality was just superb - couple that with Carlos service and the incredible waterfront views — you got yourself a fantastic meal . Would RUN back. Also, their sambal was SPICY!
Megan Minnick
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November 18, 2025
We had a wonderful experience at Mala Tavern! The oceanfront view was absolutely beautiful and made the whole meal feel extra special. The pan-fried mahi mahi, scallops, and coconut shrimp were all cooked perfectly and full of flavor.
I also highly recommend the Moana Mahina cocktail.
Fantastic food, great drinks, and a stunning setting. Absolutely worth a visit! 🌺🍸
Mark Thompson
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November 02, 2025
My partner and I have been to most restaurants in and around Lahaina, and we were so happy to have found Mala! We’re both gluten-free and total foodies, and it’s rare to find a place that delivers on both flavor and service — but Mala absolutely did.
Our server Thomas was the BEST — friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. He knew all the specials, kept our glasses full, and made sure our table was always clean without hovering. The food was outstanding, and Thomas went above and beyond by helping us secure Mother’s Day / birthday reservations seven months in advance! He even introduced us to Sergio, the manager, who took amazing care of us as well.
Everything about our experience was perfect — the food, the service, the vibe. If you’re anywhere near Lahaina, do yourself a favor and pull up to Mala for a fantastic meal and some of the best service you’ll find anywhere.
Lisa Mello
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November 17, 2025
Kat was an amazing server and we truly appreciated all her advice this evening. The food was outstanding! From apps to dessert, nothing disappointed. We also truly appreciated the way the team greeted us and celebrated our anniversary. You all truly made it very special, mahalo. We cannot recommend Mala enough, such a wonderful restaurant.
Our happy hour dinner at Mala was amazing. The best meal and experience we had in Maui. Sitting right on the ocean with island views and a nice breeze, drinking outstanding cocktails and eating local food. The service from Thomas was outstanding, and he shared lots of knowledge with us about the sea life in the harbor and the local ingredients in their food. You absolutely MUST try the bruschetta. Thank you so much!
Came here on a Saturday night , day after Halloween, place was half full. I’ve heard a lot about Mala from family & friends , knew i was in for a treat. My wife, 25 weeks pregnant , eats plant based and there were several options for her. Our server, Carlos, was soft spoken but confident & gave us great pointers - he’s someone you just know you can trust. I got the ceviche w the sweet potato Chips , my wife got the Brussel sprouts to start, both were just fantastic! The brussel sprouts were cooked to perfection & the ceviche i got was in this rich coconut broth that i ended up drinking. Really refined and confident flavors. For our main dish, my wife got the vegan curry & i was stuck between the pork shank (Carlos said it falls off the bone) and the pan seared mahi mahi (which i ended up getting). While the portion size of the mahi mahi was on the smaller side, the actual dish was huge — Yukon potatoes and a great ginger sauce with mushrooms and carrots - just really full flavor. Id like to note that i got their version of a Mai tai as well as a gin drink that were some of the best cocktails I had during our trip. Pricing was fair and the food quality was just superb - couple that with Carlos service and the incredible waterfront views — you got yourself a fantastic meal . Would RUN back. Also, their sambal was SPICY!
We had a wonderful experience at Mala Tavern! The oceanfront view was absolutely beautiful and made the whole meal feel extra special. The pan-fried mahi mahi, scallops, and coconut shrimp were all cooked perfectly and full of flavor. I also highly recommend the Moana Mahina cocktail. Fantastic food, great drinks, and a stunning setting. Absolutely worth a visit! 🌺🍸
My partner and I have been to most restaurants in and around Lahaina, and we were so happy to have found Mala! We’re both gluten-free and total foodies, and it’s rare to find a place that delivers on both flavor and service — but Mala absolutely did. Our server Thomas was the BEST — friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. He knew all the specials, kept our glasses full, and made sure our table was always clean without hovering. The food was outstanding, and Thomas went above and beyond by helping us secure Mother’s Day / birthday reservations seven months in advance! He even introduced us to Sergio, the manager, who took amazing care of us as well. Everything about our experience was perfect — the food, the service, the vibe. If you’re anywhere near Lahaina, do yourself a favor and pull up to Mala for a fantastic meal and some of the best service you’ll find anywhere.
Kat was an amazing server and we truly appreciated all her advice this evening. The food was outstanding! From apps to dessert, nothing disappointed. We also truly appreciated the way the team greeted us and celebrated our anniversary. You all truly made it very special, mahalo. We cannot recommend Mala enough, such a wonderful restaurant.