Taco Tuesday on Maui is a good excuse to gather friends around a table, whether you want fish tacos after the beach or a Mexican dinner Upcountry. The island has plenty of choices, but a great taco meal and an advertised Tuesday discount aren’t always the same thing.
Choose between Mexican restaurants, fish cafés and casual gathering places, depending on the meal you want. Confirm a restaurant’s current Tuesday offer directly before making a trip for a particular price or promotion.
Planning Taco Tuesday on Maui
People can be particular about Mexican food. We know what we like, whether that’s a simple taco, a plate with rice and beans or fish topped with a bright salsa. After a day outside, the best choice may be the one near where you’re already staying.
For a South Maui day, start with Kīhei. For a meal after exploring Makawao, Polli’s keeps you Upcountry. Pāʻia Fish Market also offers a North Shore option. Our Kīhei area guide can help you put the South Maui stops in context.
Coconuts Fish Cafe: a fish-taco option in Kīhei
Coconuts Fish Cafe belongs on this list for its fish tacos, even though it’s a seafood café rather than a traditional Mexican restaurant. The setting is casual, with surfboard tables and a menu that gives non-taco eaters other choices.
The current website lists two Kīhei locations: 2463 South Kīhei Road in Kamaʻole and 1279 South Kīhei Road at Azeka. It also lists daily happy hours. Check the current menu for the serving size, taco toppings and applicable specials.
Check whether a listed taco price is for a single taco or a pair. A regular menu serving and a Tuesday promotion are different things, and ordering a fish taco doesn’t tell you where every ingredient came from.
Fred’s Mexican Cafe: a South Kīhei gathering place
Fred’s Mexican Cafe lists its Kīhei location at 2511 South Kīhei Road. We like the lively atmosphere, portions and sunset-time setting.
It’s across the road from the beach area, rather than a restaurant sitting on the sand. That still makes it a convenient dinner option after a South Kīhei afternoon. Ask about current Taco Tuesday food and drink offers, seating and any time restrictions when you call.
A gathering with friends doesn’t need to turn into a late-night outing. Choose what suits your group, especially if tomorrow starts early.
Amigo’s: Mexican favorites in Kīhei
Amigo’s Mexican Restaurant at 1215 South Kīhei Road serves Mexican and American dishes, with tacos among its lunch and dinner choices. The current site also promotes happy hour, making it worth checking when you’re planning a casual meal.
Friendly staff, salsa and a relaxed atmosphere are part of the appeal. Check which appetizers and drinks are included in happy hour, along with the times that apply at this location.
Confirm the offer at the Kīhei restaurant itself. A promotion at another Amigo’s location may be different, and a discounted taco isn’t necessarily a Tuesday-only deal.
Polli’s Mexican Restaurant in Makawao
Polli’s Mexican Restaurant is an Upcountry choice when the craving for Mexican food hits. Its Makawao setting and long-running community following are part of the appeal.
We like the informal atmosphere and the feeling of a gathering place in ranch country. It’s an easy meal to fit around a Makawao visit, especially if you’d rather stay Upcountry than drive to Kīhei for dinner.
Visit the restaurant’s menu or call 808-572-7808 for current specials. A regular Tuesday dinner is still an option even when a particular discount isn’t advertised.
Pāʻia Fish Market: seafood beyond a Mexican menu
Pāʻia Fish Market first opened in 1989. The original restaurant is at 100 Hāna Highway in Pāʻia, near the Baldwin Avenue intersection. There is also a Southside location at 1913 South Kīhei Road.
It isn’t a Mexican restaurant, but fish tacos make it relevant to a taco outing. The broader menu also works when others in your group would prefer a fish plate, burger or salad.
Ask which fish and sides come with your chosen dish, and check the location’s menu for the serving and price. Ordering at the counter keeps the experience casual, with choices beyond tacos for the rest of your group.
Check the special, then enjoy the meal
Before heading out for Taco Tuesday on Maui, ask whether the special is dine-in only, when it applies and which tacos are included. Check whether prices are per taco or per plate, and ask about dietary needs directly.
Pick one area for the evening instead of crossing the island to chase several discounts. A plate of food you enjoy, good company and a convenient trip back to your lodging are a pretty satisfying Tuesday plan.
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