We took the Pride of Maui sunset dinner cruise from Maalaea with our two kids. We love being on the water during sunset, and this is one of many Maui boats we’ve been on.
casual dining
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.
12-Day Maui Itinerary
From the world’s largest dormant volcano to an outer atoll full of tropical wonders, see the best of the Valley Isle with this Maui Itinerary.
Kihei Caffe
If you live on Maui – or have visited Maui in the last twenty years – you already know that Kihei Caffe is the place to be around breakfast time.
Crafting the Perfect South Maui Beach Day
A South Maui beach day you won’t forget. Spend a day on South Maui’s best beaches and enjoy the sun, beauty, and, of course, great food.
Luau Showdown: Royal Lahaina Luau vs Grand Wailea Luau
Grand Wailea vs Royal Lahaina luau comparison. Both the Grand Wailea Luau and the Royal Lahaina Luau are great, but only one can win.
Lanai Snorkeling Review
Could a trip with Maui Adventure Cruises be the answer to our search for snorkeling solitude? Read about our trip to the island of Lanai.
Best Kihei Restaurants
The best Kihei restaurants you should try. Here are our favorite restaurants to visit when we are in South Maui.
Made in Maui Festival
When you see that Maui is throwing a festival with Maui Products before the holidays, mark it on the calendar. The Made in Maui Festival is a gem offering delicious food, beautiful products, and entertainment on stage. Here’s our recap from the 2022 festival this last weekend.
The Maui Cookie Lady
In the last several years, The Maui Cookie Lady has been featured on Good Morning America, ABC National News, and Rachael Ray. What’s more, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson called Maui Cookie Lady one of his “fav cookie spots in the world” in an Instagram post, and rapper Ludacris once chartered a helicopter from Oahu just to pick up some of the famous cookies.
Cane and Canoe
Resting between the resplendent waters and the unspoiled Pu’u Kukui Preserve in the West Maui Mountains, it’s only fair that the Cane and Canoe menu features the best of land and sea.
Quicksilver Sunset Dinner Cruise Review
Sunset dinner cruises on Maui aren't hard to come by, and that's predominant because they rule. I mean, c'mon, why wouldn't you want to be out on a boat sipping a cocktail, eating dinner, and watching the sunset in Maui? Quicksilver, a double-decker sailing catamaran...
Mahalo Aleworks
Mahalo Aleworks is the first brewery to open in Upcountry Maui, and their creative and classic beers are already turning heads. Mahalo Aleworks also serves food from local businesses Upcountry Sausage Co and Restaurant Marlow.
Restaurant Marlow
Pizza lovers, rejoice! Marlow is Upcountry’s answer to Neapolitan pizza. With fresh, locally sourced ingredients, their pies are hard to beat.
Havens Maui Restaurant
Owned and operated by Chef Zach Sato and his team, Havens Maui is all about a quality eating experience without the fuss.
Mala Ocean Tavern
Mala was Maui’s best kept dining secret. Now with 2 locations, one at the Wailea Beach Marriott, people are hearing more and more about it.
10 Ingredients Found on Maui Menus
here are ten ingredients that might catch your eye, a brief explanation behind them, and where to find them on the island.
Tommy Bahama’s Restaurant
Having ran their restaurants for as long a duration as they have their clothing line, Tommy Bahama’s has secured their place as one of Maui’s finest restaurants.
Dining Among Maui History
A large part of modern Maui might be characterized by its contemporary offerings—just think of its luxe resorts and award-winning golf courses—but it’s impossible to go far without realizing its historical importance. From the lure of ‘ukulele music to the enduring...
Sprout Vegan Cafe
Located in the Wailea Gateway Center, Sprout Vegan Cafe is South Maui’s go-to for organic vegan comfort food.
Sip Me – Owner Interview in Makawao
We sat down with the owner, Laura Wentworth, to learn more about what people are calling the best thing to happen in Makawao in decades.
Your guide to The BEST OF MAUI Voting
Here are our choices for the MAUI TIME's annual Best of Maui issue, both passionate recommendations and some other good suggestions. Why? We found that in order to hit the required 40 necessary entries, it can sometimes be difficult to find worthy businesses/people....
O’o Farm Review
Farm Tour & Gourmet Lunch in Upcountry Maui The Tour Maui is known for its abundance of exciting tours. From scuba diving the back wall of Molokini Crater to sunrise bike tours down the slopes of Haleakala, visitors on Maui are often overwhelmed by lists of...
Cafe O’Lei Restaurants
Dana Pastula is the creative mind behind Cafe O’Lei Maui and its monstrous success. Cafe O’Lei has 2 locations in Central and South Maui.
Joy’s Place
Joy is usually there in the open kitchen with at least one other employee. Many people enjoy dropping by and grabbing some food for the beach.
Kula Lodge and Restaurant
You can enjoy a delicious steak while watching the clouds pass over the distant West Maui Mountains and the surf break on the south shore.
Seascape Ma`alaea Restaurant
We’ve been visiting the Maui Ocean Center on a regular basis for close to a decade without trying the food at their Seascape Ma`alaea Restaurant.
Thailand Cuisine
hailand Cuisine in Kihei (also located in Kahului at the Maui Mall) is the best Thai food you’ll get on Maui. The food is delicious, the service delightful, and the price unbeatable.
