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Ma'la - An Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, Maui, HI 96761-1725
808-667-9394
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Ranked #24 of 194 restaurants in Lahaina
Price range: $31 - $50
Cuisines: American, Seafood
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Good for: Romance, Local cuisine
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Dining
Cross street: Kapunakea
Description: Thank you for choosing Mala Ocean Tavern. Should your plans change, please let us know. We look forward to serving you. Mala is a very small restaurant and we do our best to accommodate everyone. That being said, all seating is on a FIRST come FIRST serve basis with reservations having a priority.We DO NOT RESERVE TABLES ON THE LANAI.Once you Arrive we will Immediately put you on a Priority Wait List for the lanai seating.Thank you and we look forward to seeing you at Mala . Practice Aloha
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Port Coquitlam
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51 reviews 51 reviews
32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2013 NEW

Our last night in paradise we saved for Ma La an Ocean Tavern. We made reservation for 8 but arrived early for cocktails. Greeted extremely well and sat at the bar which was entertaining alone. Escorted to a beautiful ocean front table and our server Danny introduced himself. The menu was extensive. With some excellent appetizers. We indulged in two... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW

On our trip to Maui, we went here twice for dinner since it was soo good the first time! Our waitress was on time, our food hot, and she was friendly and open and we chatted for a little while! The views are breathtaking, it sits right on the water looking out on all the docked boats. When it gets... More

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Saint Augustine
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56 reviews 56 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2013 NEW

We went to Ma'la's for Sunday brunch. We didn't have a reservation, but we were first in line. We were seated outside with a great view of the ocean. I ordered the hollandaise eggs with lamb sausage (I believe they make the sausage in house). My husband ordered the killer french toast. Both were excellent choices. Our food was served... More

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Carmichael, California
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91 reviews 91 reviews
48 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Some years ago we tried Mala and were not impressed. What a difference time makes. We went to this restaurant to celebrate our grandson's birthday on the recommendation of Captain Jeff of Trilogy.. Our experience at Mala was wonderful. Jeff recommended the ahi bruschetta, which was great. I love calamari, and the calamari appetizer was one of the best I've... More

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17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW via mobile

We were celebrating my son's first birthday and wanted somewhere special. We sat on the patio, the view was fantastic. We had the ahi bruschetta, the calamari, and the four dips to start. We all had salads and entrees. We shared the house dessert. The portions were big, the food was all fresh and absolutely delicious. The food was light,... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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43 reviews 43 reviews
36 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Ma'La is at the north end of Front Street in Lahaina, Maui. When you first drive by you think it might be another dive equipment rental place on the beach. Inside is a very quaint (small) restaurant and bar area. But the view is worth a million. Ma'la sits right on the water with views of Molokai and Lanai. Weekends... More

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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013

We chose Ma'la to celebrate a birthday dinner while visiting Lahaina. I must say, we were quite pleased with our decision! We sat outside on the covered porch and watched a beautiful sunset complete with sailboats and sea turtles. Very hard to beat! The prices were very high, but when we received our food the amount and quality seemed to... More

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NY
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13 reviews 13 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

Small place right on the water in Lahina. Turtles poke their heads out of the water as you eat dinner and watch the sun set over the water. Its very low key. Prices were expensive but portions were in line. Fantastic food.

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Boise
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Mala Ocean Tavern is a wonderful (and tiny) seaside restaurant in Lahaina Town. Forget your preconceived notions about Lahaina being too touristy and not worthy of a stop for a foodie- this place is delightful and provided one of the best food experiences we had on Maui. Perched on the beach a few feet from the water Mala offers incredible... More

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Milford MA
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

We have eaten dinner here 5 times over 2 years. Each dinner was wonderful. Most recently we split the Avalon Tuna and the Manilla clams. Wow - both were brilliant. Service was very good, we have managed to sit outside 4 of the 5 times which is an added bonus.

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