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

Mala Ocean Tavern

4.8
4.8
8518 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 76 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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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Menu

Mala Ocean Tavern's menu was last updated 2025-03-12.

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What 8,518 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 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.
8,518 Reviews

  1. Linda

    Palm Springs5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mala is a must when you go to Maui. Right on the water, wonderful fusion flavors with friendly service. The Mahi Mahi with ginger and black bean sauce was delicious!

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  2. brian

    Hawaii13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have dined all the ocean Tavern many times always great

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  3. Myra

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Got table on patio. Views were great. China was our server, answered all questions and explained alternatives for food sensitivities. Happy Hour menu.We split coconut shrimp and burger. Both wonderful and perfect for late lunch. Other couple split ahi bruschetta and salad, really enjoyed. Great mellow singer/guitar accompanist in main room easily heard on patio. Posititive experience,ay return for breakfast.

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Seattle6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great good, view and service what could be better. Good to see they survived the fire

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  5. Richie

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a fantastic meal and service. The Ahi Bruschetta is amazing as an appetizer, and the Scallop Dish and Ahi Dish were to die for. Finished with a fantastic Bread Pudding with a Passion Fruit Sauce that was tart but perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the Bread Pudding and Vanilla Ice Cream. Highly recommend!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very disappointed. Usually love coming here. Food came out so fast we hardly had time to enjoy our beverage. Fish was undercooked and vegetables hard. It was like they were rushing to get tables turned. So disappointed.

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  7. KimW

    Denver7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mala never disappoints. We come back here every time we visit now because the food is outstanding in the view is perfect. Carlos what a wonderful waiter and a pleasant personality. Are they recommend this dining experience.

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  8. Bob

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner and wonderful experience at Mala. It’s always good and the atmosphere is near perfect. Terrific staff.

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  9. Brett

    Vancouver17 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    We were really looking forward to dinner at Mala as it had been recommended by relatives. We were seated promptly and staff were attentive. It was nice to be outside and we had a nice view of the water. Our drinks arrived quickly and the waiter did seem intent on getting us to order; fortunately we knew what we wanted. Our food arrived very quickly. The ahi tuna was quite good although they may want to rethink the mushroom sauce. The scallops were a bit rubbery with no seasoning at all and didn’t have a good sear to them. Like they’d been cooked at too low of a temperature for too long. We didn’t bother with dessert and were back on the street in just a couple of minutes under one hour from when we arrived. Reasonable in general but we don’t think we’ll rush to come back.

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  10. Hank VIP

    San Diego88 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch. the food was fantastic as was the service. We just arrived in Maui yesterday and will certainly be back a few times this week.

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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 8518 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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Booked 76 times today

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Google Map for Mala Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kapunakea St.
  • Neighbourhood
    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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