The ambience is perfect with the most gorgeous view.
For food, the guest favorites crusted Kanpachi and fish curry are the favorites for a reason - they are both must haves!
For appetizers the fish collars were so unique and delicious, the ahi cru was so incredible and fresh.
For dessert the banana nut crisp is wonderful. The black pearl is stunning and delicious.
Great mocktails and cocktails as well.
Mama’s Fish House is the kind of restaurant that epitomizes hospitality and welcome. We had a major issue during our meal (nothing related to the food) and Hana and the rest of the team absolutely bent over backwards to make our experience right. Truly they did everything in their power to fix the situation and make sure we had an amazing experience. I truly can’t describe how special and cared for they made us feel.
Even if something goes wrong, Mama’s will absolutely make it right.
Absolute fantastic experience not to be missed, please go!
Suhad Omar
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June 02, 2026
Mama’s Fish House exceeded every expectation! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the beautiful atmosphere, stunning ocean views, tropical surroundings, and an inviting Hawaiian charm that made the entire experience feel special.
The service was exceptional from start to finish. Every staff member was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel like valued guests throughout our meal.
The food was absolutely outstanding. The Mama’s Uku, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi Curry were all incredibly fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. My husband ordered the Crispy Whole Fish, and it was phenomenal! crispy, delicious, and beautifully presented. We also loved the Coconut Milk Refresher (without tequila), which was refreshing, creamy, and the perfect complement to our meal.
A couple of things to keep in mind: reservations are highly recommended, as this is one of Maui’s most popular restaurants and tables can be difficult to get without planning ahead. It is also on the pricier side, but the quality of the food, exceptional service, and unforgettable setting make it well worth it for a special occasion or memorable dining experience.
Every dish showcased the freshness and quality that Mama’s Fish House is famous for. Between the amazing food, outstanding service, and unforgettable atmosphere, this was truly one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in Maui. We can’t wait to return!
Bryant N
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May 25, 2026
Mama’s in Maui was absolutely incredible from start to finish. Rachel gave us amazing service and made the entire experience feel welcoming, fun, and memorable. The espresso martinis were perfection, and every dish we ordered was outstanding.
The oysters were fresh and delicious, the Macadamia Nut Crab Cakes were packed with flavor, and the Shrimp Wontons appetizer was one of the best appetizers we’ve had in a long time. For the main dishes, the Antarctic Toothfish was perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth, and the ahi was incredibly fresh and flavorful.
Beautiful atmosphere, amazing food, and top-notch service from Rachel. Easily one of our favorite dining experiences in Maui — we can’t wait to come back!
Keaton Smith
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August 31, 2026
Okay let me get the big questions out of the way…
Was it worth the hype and booking months in advance? In my opinion, no.
Was 1 appetizer, 1 salad, 1 signature entree, and 2 drinks worth the $250? In my opinion, no. It felt far too expensive for what it was and we fine-dine pretty regularly.
Now the good parts… the service was excellent, the food was great, but that’s expected for the price. None of the dishes had me wanting to go back again though. The ambiance is cool and views are awesome , but there are many many beach front restaurants on Maui.
The Mama Fish House Mafia runs strong both on island and off island… somehow my wife and I had heard about this place from friends and clients multiple times before our trip. Then we started getting TikToks about how you HAVE TO GO. For how much hype this restaurant gets, I thought it was mediocre for the price. $250 for a lunch with one of the two of us getting salad was pretty wild - only 1 cocktail, 1 glass of the cheapest wine they offer, and 1 draft beer which I think was like $15 (crazy). Tbh the food is probably appropriately priced, but the drinks are over-priced and 3 drinks will quickly run you $80 even if they aren’t cocktails.
In the photo you’ll notice that we were at the bar. We were lucky enough to get lunch walk-ins right as they opened. Our seating had no effect on the review as I wrote this based on if I had booked months ago and had an ocean view. Our bartender was awesome and super friendly and attentive.
The ambience is perfect with the most gorgeous view. For food, the guest favorites crusted Kanpachi and fish curry are the favorites for a reason - they are both must haves! For appetizers the fish collars were so unique and delicious, the ahi cru was so incredible and fresh. For dessert the banana nut crisp is wonderful. The black pearl is stunning and delicious. Great mocktails and cocktails as well. Mama’s Fish House is the kind of restaurant that epitomizes hospitality and welcome. We had a major issue during our meal (nothing related to the food) and Hana and the rest of the team absolutely bent over backwards to make our experience right. Truly they did everything in their power to fix the situation and make sure we had an amazing experience. I truly can’t describe how special and cared for they made us feel. Even if something goes wrong, Mama’s will absolutely make it right. Absolute fantastic experience not to be missed, please go!
Mama’s Fish House exceeded every expectation! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the beautiful atmosphere, stunning ocean views, tropical surroundings, and an inviting Hawaiian charm that made the entire experience feel special. The service was exceptional from start to finish. Every staff member was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, making us feel like valued guests throughout our meal. The food was absolutely outstanding. The Mama’s Uku, Ahi, and Mahi-Mahi Curry were all incredibly fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. My husband ordered the Crispy Whole Fish, and it was phenomenal! crispy, delicious, and beautifully presented. We also loved the Coconut Milk Refresher (without tequila), which was refreshing, creamy, and the perfect complement to our meal. A couple of things to keep in mind: reservations are highly recommended, as this is one of Maui’s most popular restaurants and tables can be difficult to get without planning ahead. It is also on the pricier side, but the quality of the food, exceptional service, and unforgettable setting make it well worth it for a special occasion or memorable dining experience. Every dish showcased the freshness and quality that Mama’s Fish House is famous for. Between the amazing food, outstanding service, and unforgettable atmosphere, this was truly one of the best dining experiences we’ve had in Maui. We can’t wait to return!
Mama’s in Maui was absolutely incredible from start to finish. Rachel gave us amazing service and made the entire experience feel welcoming, fun, and memorable. The espresso martinis were perfection, and every dish we ordered was outstanding. The oysters were fresh and delicious, the Macadamia Nut Crab Cakes were packed with flavor, and the Shrimp Wontons appetizer was one of the best appetizers we’ve had in a long time. For the main dishes, the Antarctic Toothfish was perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth, and the ahi was incredibly fresh and flavorful. Beautiful atmosphere, amazing food, and top-notch service from Rachel. Easily one of our favorite dining experiences in Maui — we can’t wait to come back!
Okay let me get the big questions out of the way… Was it worth the hype and booking months in advance? In my opinion, no. Was 1 appetizer, 1 salad, 1 signature entree, and 2 drinks worth the $250? In my opinion, no. It felt far too expensive for what it was and we fine-dine pretty regularly. Now the good parts… the service was excellent, the food was great, but that’s expected for the price. None of the dishes had me wanting to go back again though. The ambiance is cool and views are awesome , but there are many many beach front restaurants on Maui. The Mama Fish House Mafia runs strong both on island and off island… somehow my wife and I had heard about this place from friends and clients multiple times before our trip. Then we started getting TikToks about how you HAVE TO GO. For how much hype this restaurant gets, I thought it was mediocre for the price. $250 for a lunch with one of the two of us getting salad was pretty wild - only 1 cocktail, 1 glass of the cheapest wine they offer, and 1 draft beer which I think was like $15 (crazy). Tbh the food is probably appropriately priced, but the drinks are over-priced and 3 drinks will quickly run you $80 even if they aren’t cocktails. In the photo you’ll notice that we were at the bar. We were lucky enough to get lunch walk-ins right as they opened. Our seating had no effect on the review as I wrote this based on if I had booked months ago and had an ocean view. Our bartender was awesome and super friendly and attentive.
Right when we got to the parking lot of Mama’s Fish House, our car doors were immediately opened and we were greeted with a nice smile and service. We walked around the beach and took some photos, even the beach was clean. They had great spots to take photos as well as nice views for the background photos. We sat down for a bit and were entertained by some photos of people who had caught massive fish. We were then called and sat down at a very nice table. We got a good view from where we sat. We were served by I believe was brad, he gave us great attention all throughout the night. He explained every dish with no rush and with lots of detail. Overall, we were already starting well. The drinks were amazing. The entrees were my family’s favorite, they were great and very tasty. I really recommend the seafood soup, it really was the highlight of the night, so was the passion fruit crème brûlée. What a great experience! Everything had such a wonderful taste and great quality. May I add everything was soooo fresh! They even had the date on the menu..I was stunned.