MAla Ocean Tavern Recognized in Best of Maui 2025

Written By Becka Dimick

We are grateful to share that Mala Ocean Tavern was recognized across multiple categories in the Best of Maui 2025 reader-voted lists. These mentions reflect not only the food and experience we strive to offer, but the continued support of our Maui community that has stood with us year after year.

This year, Mala was named among the best in the following categories:

  • Best Waterfront Dining
    Recognized for the experience of dining oceanside in Lahaina, where thoughtful cuisine meets a setting shaped by Maui’s natural beauty, along with the occasional turtle sighting.

  • Best Business Lunch
    Recognized as a welcoming place to gather for midday meals, meetings, and meaningful conversations.

  • Best Seafood Restaurant
    Acknowledged for our commitment to fresh seafood prepared with care and inspired by island flavors.

  • Best Steak
    Honored for steak dishes that focus on quality ingredients and classic, well-executed preparation.

  • Best Breakfast and Brunch
    Celebrated for a brunch experience that has long been a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

To be recognized in multiple categories is an honor we hold with care, especially alongside so many other incredible Maui businesses we admire. Knowing these acknowledgments come from our community makes them especially meaningful to everyone who brings Mala to life each day.

Mahalo for continuing to support us and for choosing to gather at Mala for so many moments, big and small. We are grateful to share our table with you and look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

With love and Aloha,
The Mala ‘Ohana 💙🧡

Becka Dimick
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