Havens Harborside

Get the local scoop on Havens Harborside Fish & Chophouse, Ma’alaea’s newest restaurant combining fresh-caught fish, prime cuts, and stunning harbor views. Perfect central Maui location for lunch, happy hour, or dinner.

New Restaurant Alert: Havens Harborside Brings Fresh Catch and Prime Cuts to Ma’alaea Harbor

Ma’alaea Harbor just got better with the addition of Havens Harborside Fish & Chophouse. As someone who’s spent countless hours diving these waters, I know how special this location is – right where humpback whales breach during winter months and fishing boats bring in their daily catch.

Local Chef Zach Sato leads the kitchen, crafting dishes that highlight Maui’s best ingredients. The restaurant sits in the recently updated Ma’alaea Harbor Shops, offering air-conditioned comfort (trust me, you’ll appreciate this on hot Ma’alaea days) and harbor views.

Location & Timing Tips

Ma’alaea’s central location makes Havens perfect for dinner after a snorkel trip to Molokini, whale watching, or a day at the Maui Ocean Center. They’re open daily:

• Lunch: 11 AM – 3 PM
• Happy Hour: 3 PM – 5 PM
• Dinner: 5 PM – 9 PM

Free valet parking starts at 5 PM – a huge plus since Ma’alaea’s lot fills up fast during peak hours.

Address: 300 Ma’alaea Road, Wailuku, HI 96793

From Kīhei/Wailea:

• Head north on Pi’ilani Highway
• Turn left at Ma’alaea Harbor
• Restaurant is in the harbor shops

From Lāhainā:

• Take Honoapi’ilani Highway
• Watch for Ma’alaea Harbor signs
• Turn right at the harbor

From Kahului:

• Take Honoapi’ilani Highway south
• Turn left at Ma’alaea Harbor
• Look for the harbor shops on your right

Can’t get a reservation? Try their food truck in Kahului at the Plate Lunch Market Place (591 Haleakala Hwy). Open daily from 10:30 AM, it offers casual versions of their popular dishes.

Menu Highlights

Lunch Standouts:

• The Boujee Smash – Wagyu beef with truffle butter and gruyere
• Kanpachi Ponzu Poke Bowl – A local favorite with fresh fish
• Captain Fish Plate – Blackened catch with ginger butter

Happy Hour Deals:

• Kusshi oyster shooters
• Hawaiian Ahi Poke
• Boujee, Bourbon & Beer combo – Including a smash burger, shot, and beer

Dinner Must-Tries:

• Ohi Moana – A seafood feast with local fish, Kona prawns, scallops, and Manila clams
• Prime Cowboy Ribeye – 20oz of perfectly charbroiled beef
• Steamed Kanpachi – Prepared with traditional inamona and chili pepper water

Dietary Restrictions:

The kitchen accommodates various dietary needs. Many dishes are naturally gluten-free (marked with ‘gf’ on the menu). Vegetarian options include the Laapa’au Farm Greens and mushroom risotto. See the full menu.

Local Tips

1. Make reservations, especially for dinner. Call 808-214-6503 or email info@havensmaui.com
2. Request a window table for harbor views
3. The kimchee crab rangoons sell out fast during happy hour
4. Try the poi falafel – it’s a clever local twist on a Mediterranean classic

The menu bridges local and high-end dining without being stuffy. Chef Sato sources from Maui farms and fishers, supporting local businesses while ensuring maximum freshness. The kitchen handles both fish and meat with equal skill – something rare even in Hawai’i.

Price Point Expectations

• Lunch: $17-42
• Happy Hour: $5-45
• Dinner: $32-92
• Holiday prix fixe: $119 per adult, $40 for keiki (children) 10 and under

Havens Harborside fills a needed gap in Ma’alaea’s dining scene. With its central location, varied menu, and mix of local ingredients with refined techniques, it works equally well for special occasions or post-beach meals. The addition of free valet parking and air conditioning makes it practical and comfortable year-round.

Reservations recommended, especially during whale season (December-April) when Ma’alaea gets extra busy. Even if you don’t have a reservation, try your luck at the bar during happy hour – the ocean views and pupus (appetizers) make it worth the stop.