Mala Ocean Tavern has been making waves for 17 years on the culinary front on Maui, but now under new ownership and the direction of General Manager Rob Farrell and Executive Chef Alvin Savella, MALA is getting recognized by FORBES. Forbespeople.com has listed Mala Ocean Tavern as one of five businesses to watch in 2022.

Maui chef Alvin Savella, known as “The Kitchen Assassin,” recently appeared on Cooking Hawaiian Style hosted by Lanai Tabura, sharing his passion for island-inspired cuisine and local flavors.

Mala Ocean Tavern launched its new user-friendly website in March 2021, designed by Menadena and featured on Newswire. The updated site offers easy reservation booking, contactless menu access, and highlights award-winning chef Alvin Savella while showcasing the oceanfront dining experience in Lahaina, Maui.

Mala Ocean Tavern is a a sign of hope for tourists during tough times. The owners say they are here to serve locals as the restaurant continues to host musicians during their daily happy hour.