Maui Magazine Restaurants & Dining

01/30/2025

VOTING CLOSES SOON! Time is running out to cast your vote in the 2025 ‘Aipono Restaurant Awards. Show love to your favorite Maui eateries — vote today. You could win $200 in dining certificates!

MauiMagazine.net/VoteAipono

01/24/2025

Did you know? The Maui Hotel and Lodging Association provides scholarships to students pursuing careers in food and beverage, ensuring the next generation of culinary talent thrives.

Plus, the proceeds from the ‘Aipono Award Gala directly supports the UH Maui College Culinary Arts Program

Many ‘Aipono Award recipients began their journeys as students in the Culinary Arts Program!

REMINDER: ‘Aipono Award voting closes on Jan. 31 at 11:59 pm HST 🌺 vote at MauiMagazine.net/VoteAipono

Gala tickets are on sale now at MauiMagazine.net/2025-aipono-ticket-tables

01/16/2025

Join us for the 2025 'Aipono Award Gala on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, where we'll honor Maui’s finest chefs, restaurateurs, and farmers who make our island’s cuisine truly nō ka ‘oi (the best).

Event proceeds go to UH Maui College Culinary Arts Program. Tickets on sale now!

Secure your spot at the 2025 ‘Aipono Restaurant Awards Gala on Maui! Purchase tickets and tables for this premier culinary event celebrating Maui’s finest chefs and restaurants. Reserve now!

01/08/2025

"Celebrate the best of Maui dining! Cast your vote in the 2025 'Aipono Awards and show some love to your favorite restaurants, chefs and culinary experiences. You'll be entered to win $200 in dining certificates! 🎉 Voting closes January 31, 2025, so don’t wait—make your voice heard and support local! 🗳️

MauiMagazine.net/VoteAipono

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12/28/2024

Craving ? Good news. Ko shared a favorite recipe from its delectable menu of island eats: garlic herb roasted tenderloin with Kauai prawns.

Find it in the folds of our latest issue, or visit mauimagazine.net/aipono-award-winning-dishes/

12/28/2024

Don’t forget to vote for your favorite restaurants in the annual ‘Aipono Restaurant Awards! 🗳️✔️

Got a favorite restaurant, food truck or coffee shop? Nominate them for an ‘Aipono Award — you might win a prize!

Go to mauimagazine.net/voteaipono before January 31 to vote! Winners will be announced in April at the

12/21/2024

Aloha Kakahiaka! 🤙🏼

Here’s our December promotions at Kula Lodge & Restaurant! Valid through 12/15/24. Don’t miss it!

And, definitely don’t miss coming up to see our Christmas decorations! 🎄

12/20/2024

Delectable pecan pie, made with chopped nuts, dark corn syrup, vanilla, sugar, flaky crust and love, shows up on menu every fall through the holiday season.

Can't make it to Maui to get a slice of your own? Recreate it in your own kitchen. Chef Ivan Pahk recently shared the recipe with readers. Find it in the latest edition of Maui Nō Ka 'Oi Magazine, in our 'Recipes' highlight, or online at mauimagazine.net/island-kitchen-5/

12/18/2024

The coveted 'Aipono Award Gala will be held at the nkapalua on April 26, 2025.

Celebrating 21 years in 2025, the distinguished awards is a celebration of the people and heritage that unite Maui through the kitchen. Maui’s kama‘āina and visitors vote for beloved eateries, venues and lounges spanning a range of cuisines and business types.

Winners will be recognized at the 2025 ‘Aipono Awards Gala in The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Ballroom on Saturday, April 26, 2025, directly following the University of Hawai‘i Maui College Culinary Arts Reception. The evening will feature gourmet dishes crafted by Maui’s top chefs in collaboration with Culinary Arts program students, offering a unique opportunity for the community to experience Maui’s culinary legacy. Proceeds from ticket sales and sponsorships benefit the Culinary Arts program. General admission tickets go on sale Jan. 1, 2025.

12/13/2024

Winter on Maui may not bring frosty temperatures, but Jon Apostolides, bar manager at Wailea, sees the shift in seasons as an opportunity to usher in crisp, bright flavors chilled in a wine glass.

Recipe below 👇

3 oz prosecco
2 oz Amaro Montenegro
1 oz soda water
1/2 oz cinnamon syrup
2 dashes Angostura bitters

Fill a wine glass with prosecco, Amaro Montenegro liqueur, soda water, cinnamon-infused simple syrup and Angostura bitters. Top the cocktail with ice. Garnish with an orange twist and a flower.

12/13/2024

Join Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine as we celebrate the Holidays with Amy Hānaiali‘i at Seascape Restaurant at Ma'alaea Harbor in December.

Experience an unforgettable evening of music, delicious food and island holiday cheer ...

🎶 Home for the Holidays with Amy Hānaiali‘i
📅 December 13th, 20th, & 25th
⏰ 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍 Seascape Restaurant at Maui Ocean Center

✨ Join 6-time Grammy nominee and 18 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards winner, Amy Hānaiali‘i, for an intimate concert paired with a stunning sunset dinner.

🍽️ Enjoy a buffet featuring:

Garlic & rosemary prime rib
Carved turkey & holiday ham
Local fresh catch
Chef-prepared desserts
And even Hānaiali‘i Wine 🍷
Tickets are just $160 per person (space is limited, reservations required).

🎟️ Reserve your spot today:
📞 Call 808.270.7049 or visit mauioceancenter.com/dine

🌊 Don’t miss this magical holiday experience in a 100% sustainable, ocean-friendly setting!

12/11/2024

Don't forget to vote! Nominate your favorite restaurants to win a coveted 'Aipono Award.

Voting ends February 1, 2025. Go to MauiMagazine.com/VoteAipono or complete and return the ballot in our latest issue.

You could win $200 in dining certificates!

12/05/2024

Get the recipe here: https://www.mauimagazine.net/island-kitchen-5/

11/20/2024

We’re drooling over this loco moco from 🍽️

What’s your go-to at AMP?

11/18/2024

Not sure where to snack in West Maui? has a plethora of options — from food trucks to coffee shops to some of the island’s best restaurants. Swipe to discover a few of our favorites.

What’s your go-to spot here? Let us know!

11/16/2024

Tonight marks the debut of Chef Donovan Foster's Chef’s Table at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua. 🌺✨

This intimate dining experience is all about storytelling through food. Each dish reflects Chef Donovan’s creative vision, crafted with seasonal ingredients and inspiration from the island's natural beauty. 🌊🍃

From the vibrant Hawaiian Ahi Crudo to the Marrunga Marble Lamb Chops, every plate is a work of art—an invitation to savor and explore.

Gather around, raise a glass, and toast to new beginnings with friends, food, and flavors. 🍷🍴

11/12/2024

Maui's favorite business lunch?

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This Wailuku eatery took top spot at the 'Aipono Awards for Maui's Best Business Lunch. No surprise there! SixtyTwo MarcKet continues to be a top choice for delicious, locally sourced meals that make business meetings memorable.