Location: Maalaea
Top Restaurants in Maalaea
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Find out what Asian restaurants to try in Maalaea. Māʻalaea is a census-designated place (CDP) in Maui County, Hawaiʻi, United States. The population was 352 at the 2010 census. Māʻalaea is the site of a small boat harbor, as well as the Maui Ocean Center.
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10. Cafe O'Lei Kihei
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3258 reviews
fresh - local - family owned Cafe O'Lei Kihei is Maui's go to place for fresh seafood, sushi, steaks, and fresh locally-sourced cuisine. Served in a casual but elegant location in the heart of Kihei next to the beach.
Reviewed By TheGrieseFamily
Wow the food was great, so was the service! All four in our party really enjoyed our meals! Nice atmosphere to sit relax and enjoy a good meal.
9. Sushi Paradise
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By Max P
We wanted a local place and this hole-in-the-wall, local favorite was the recommendation of our hotel ocean canoeing guide. We made reservations and a table was waiting for us. After a week of eating at the hottest, touristy, more upscale (albeit tasty) restaurants, we were looking forward to a down-home meal. The hostess (wife) seated us promptly and let us know that the service would be "slow". We did note that in order to honor reservations, walk-ins were told of the wait. They seemed more focused on commitments and serving good food rather than filling tables. My husband and I shared the "paradise dinner". Our hostess/"busboy"/server advised us that that would be plenty for the two of us. Boy was she right! Food came out at a great pace. The edamame and miso soup were good. The stand out for us was the chawanmushi. We had not had that before. I was not sure about it when I read the description prior to dinner. Delicious! We absolutely loved it. We had not had that dish before. The seaweed salad was loaded with octopus and other seafood. Yum! The sushi and sashimi were fresh. We left stuffed. Others in the restaurant ordered soup which smelled tasty. Something to try next time. The staff is composed of: the wife (hostess, et al), husband (chef) and, we think, a mother (tiny lady wielding a broom). So yes, the service can only be so fast. Also, many reviewers have noted that the staff is friendlier with regulars. That makes sense. They know each other. We were the only non-locals, non-regulars when we went. It is true, she did seem more interactive with regulars. We did not think much of it though. We were served delicious food in a timely fashion and our needs were attended to quite nicely. Great last dinner on Maui. Go hungry.
8. Isana
Overall Ratings
5 based on 17 reviews
Isana Brave Fish Kitchen is the latest addition to Kihei's vibrant dining scene! Now under new ownership and management, Isana Brave Fish Kitchen is Maui's finest destination for fresh locally caught fish. Fisherman/owner John Arabatzis is bringing this m
Reviewed By jonathanNwinters
Our waiter was super friendly, even had the sushi chef put together a special offering of 4 different sashimi. Was spectacular. Will visit again.
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7. Piko Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 57 reviews
Maui's homegrown cafe featuring locally inspired cuisine, organic coffee and other tasty treats! #pikocafemaui
Reviewed By Foodie2k
We ate here numerous times while on vacation. Lunch is much better than breakfast. Highly recommend the Mochiko Chicken, and the Ono-Ono Shakes (peanut, banana, chocolate). Each lunch comes with the main dish, two scoops of rice, and a scoop of macaroni salad (very typical local lunch). Tried a few different items (Katsu Chicken, Mahi-Mahi, Mixed Plate). Really thought the Mochiko chicken was the best. Talking with the staff, they also thought the Mochiko chicken was what they did the best.
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6. Sansei Seafood Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1374 reviews
Reviewed By m747p
I worked on Maui ten years ago and visited Maui twice then and was luckily introduced to Sansei. I was back know with my family for a week of vacation, took them to Sansei the first evening and it was love from first sight.Sansei also offers 25% discounts on pretty much the entire menu on orders places prior to 6PM. We were severely jet lagged so we were early birds and had a feast most evenings on Maui - you simply donât argue with success.The food was DELICIOUS!!!!Aloha and thank you very much for posting your great review and comments. We appreciate them very much. And we certainly appreciate you spending five of your dinners with us! That's quite the compliment! We look forward to seeing you again the next time you visit our beautiful Island.
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5. Three's Bar and Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2001 reviews
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Reviewed By mark w
Finally made to this place for the Loco Moco. They have a really good menu. We chose to eat on the deck with the leaves and musician. I had the burger. Turned out to be really juicy, especially with all my fixings. Wife had the Loco Moco, she says it is now her fav Place for Locos. Her Mi Tai was just ok, pretty weak and the onion rings are a pass. Our waitress Janice was a doll.Hi Mark, we really appreciate your feedback and such kind words! We're looking forward to serving you again.
4. Koiso Sushi Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 295 reviews
Reviewed By jwtripmaster
We are a family of sushi lovers from the NYC area and have eaten at many of the best sushi restaurants in the world. The sushi prepared by Hiro was fantastic. The fish was incredibly fresh and rice was excellent. The environment reminded me of a sushi counter in Tokyo (to call it low key would be an understatement!). I would eat at this place everyday - if I could get a reservation! It's a small place (10-12 seat counter + 1 table for 4 or 5) so definitely call for a reservation (I think they take reservations up to 30 days in advance). The lead waitress/hostess (who I assume is Hiro's wife), was very friendly.
3. Monsoon India
Overall Ratings
4 based on 436 reviews
Authentic Indian Restaurant located by the Ocean Side with a beautiful View of Sun Set serving Lunch Specials & Fusion Menu- Pizza, Burger, Sandwiches, & Wraps. Enjoy your food right on the ocean.
Reviewed By LavaLegs
Stopped in on a quiet Sunday evening and enjoyed a most tasty kabob dish consisting of Tandoori baked chicken drumsticks, jumbo prawns and minced lamb served on a bed of sautéed Maui onions on a sizzling plate. Also had a most perfectly baked Naan bread (very thin thickness). All washed down with a draft beer (Maui bikini blond). The only drawback is the limited amount of restaurant parking spaces; I ended up parking further down toward Kihei.
2. Miso Phat Sushi
Overall Ratings
4 based on 324 reviews
Miso Phat Sushi Kihei is here to serve you with Freshest Fish, Award Winning Sushi, and Best Customer Serve in Kihei. Come check out our daily specials.
Reviewed By CaliGirl510
For our last meal on island, we stopped at Miso Phat. We ordered the Miso Phat roll and the TNT roll, Kanpachi nigiri, and Hamachi nigiri. The Miso Phat Roll is Spicy Tuna roll wrapped with Unagi and avocado, topped with Tobiko, Unagi sauce & Sesame Seeds. REALLY tasty. The TNT Roll is Shrimp Tempura and Crab roll topped with Ahi Poke and served with Unagi sauce and Agave Honey. The poke is seriously fantastic. Both are specialty rolls and live up to the tag line of âso big you could explodeâ â when ordering, budget about a specialty roll per person unless youâre really hungry. The kanpachi was vey good. The Hamachi was mind blowing⦠seriously fresh and like butter. We have been ruined until our next visit. We need to remember to order the Hamachi sashimi next time and come with a larger appetite. Good service, nice people. Prices are Hawaii prices⦠if youâre not expecting them youâll be shocked. This said, they are island-normal and not obscene given the size of the rolls.
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1. Nutcharee's Authentic Thai Food
Overall Ratings
4 based on 208 reviews
Reviewed By Peter C
We were excited by Nutcharee's claim that the restaurant served authentic Thai food, i.e. Thai food like the food served in Thailand. The food was quite tasty but not similar at all to real Thai food. However, unlike the many very disappointing restaurants in Maui (or at least the Kihei area), the food was tasty so long as you put aside an expectation that it should really be like food in Thailand. Thus, with this weather major caveat, I recommend the restaurant and may even return for another meal.
