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

Mala Ocean Tavern

4.8
4.8
8605 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 63 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 09:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 21:00–01:00 Happy Hour Daily 14:00–16:00
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 8,605 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hawaii

    Seafood

  • Maui

    Great for brunch

  • Maui

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mala Ocean Tavern delights with its "perfect setting on the ocean," offering "amazing atmosphere" and "delicious food." Guests rave about the "exceptional service" and "beautiful views," with highlights including the Ahi Bruschetta and fresh fish tacos. A must-visit for its "friendly and attentive" staff and breathtaking oceanfront dining.
8,605 Reviews
  1. Juan Javier

    Cleveland5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was amazing! Great atmosphere, and the mahi-mahi was out of this world! Excellent service ; definitely coming back!

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  2. Gregory VIP

    Detroit85 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent meal, beautiful vesting right by the ocean with turtles in the water, great service…there’s just not a lot more to ask for! Try the Ahi Bruschetta…it’s amazing! Took friends there for the first time, they were raving!

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  3. Frank VIP

    Chicago75 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Food great.. Service was a bit rushed.. All in all...great place, we always frequent when in Maui,annually... Fish excellent.. Frank

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  4. Brian

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was incredible. The service was fast and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. One of the best spots on the island for any occasion.

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  5. Marcela VIP

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved our dining experience at Mala! The location is unbeatable, the food was delicious and the service was phenomenal. I highly recommend it!

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  6. Jeff

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place. Great view. Great food. Drinks are a bit on the expensive side.

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  7. Jim

    Seattle5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant period! The service is great, the view is amazing, but most of all the food is the best!

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  8. Debbie

    Sacramento9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I need to know the sauce on the pan fried mahi mahi! It was magnificent and unlike anything I’ve had. Please share the base ingredients, if not the amounts. Thank you for a wonderful dinner all the way around!!

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  9. Emily

    New Orleans2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful beach side restaurant with fine dining. Great drinks! Safe was top notch!

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  10. ginger

    Hawaii24 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t put my finger on it, but the food just was t up to par. The ahi brochette was all sliced up and was smaller than it used to be. No greens on the plate and we had to ask for more sauce. The Caesar salad was not good at all. Chopped up end pieces and the dressing was a thick mess. Lastly, the ocean deck was so crowded with tables there was no dining privacy at all. We have been to the restaurant many many times and we were disappointed.

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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 8605 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 booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 63 times today
Google Map for Mala Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Kapunakea St.
  • Area
    Lahaina
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 09:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00 Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 09:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 21:00–01:00 Happy Hour Daily 14:00–16:00
  • 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, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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