Mala Ocean Tavern is proud to win Gold for Best Oceanfront Dining in the 2025 ʻAipono Awards. Recognized for exceptional seafood, handcrafted cocktails, and a true “Maui-est” experience, Mala celebrates local flavors and warm hospitality at the ocean’s edge in Lahaina. Mahalo to our amazing community for the continued support!

We're thrilled to share that Mala was recently featured during the Maui Invitational broadcast on ESPN! This showcase highlights Mala's commitment to celebrating the vibrant culture, culinary excellence, and aloha spirit of Hawai‘i.

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Mahalo to everyone who made this spotlight possible. Let's keep sharing the magic of Mala with the world!

YouTuber Rockstar Eater recently took his followers on a culinary journey to one of Maui's iconic dining spots: Mala Ocean Tavern. Known for his passion for uncovering the best food experiences, Rockstar Eater was beyond excited to dive into the brunch offerings at this oceanfront gem.

Mala Ocean Tavern was the first restaurant to open on Front Street after the Lahaina Fires in August of 2023. Pride of Maui spotlighted the historic Lahaina restaurant.

Indulge your senses and support a great cause at Bottle Shock, an exhilarating interactive blind wine tasting competition benefiting the Hua Momona Foundation. Join us on Thursday, June 6th, at the Duckine Building on 1312 Front Street, where the excitement begins as doors open at 7:00 pm, with the event commencing around 7:30 pm. Limited seating, get your tickets now!