Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Maui

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in Maui? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

nyloS

5.0

5 (474)

$50 and over

French American

Paia

About the restaurant

Located in Paia, Maui, we invite you to dine in our intimate, all Chef's Table dining room. Our everchanging Market Driven Menus always include a glass of sparkling wine, are Prix-Fixe, between 6-9 courses and range from $200-$300 per person plus tax, gratuity and any additional alcohol.

RESERVATIONS, CANCELLATIONS AND DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: If you are late, please call to let us know. We will make every attempt to catch you up, but we absolutely cannot make any guarantees on coursing and pacing. Reservations are STRICTLY held by Credit Card. Cancellations within 48 hours of the reservation will be charged $200 per guest, WITH ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS. Please allow at least 2.5 hours for dinner. Allergies or dietary restrictions must be made known to the restaurant when reservation is made. If dietary restrictions are presented without notice, we will make every reasonable attempt to accommodate them but can make no guarantees.

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Kalo

Dined on Mar 13, 2025

Everything was excellent! Chef Jeremy is a culinary genius. His wife Paulina a true delight and presented each course wonderfully. Love that they use locally sourced ingredients. A unique dining experience that must be discovered.

Chef's Table at Ka'ana Kitchen

4.9

4.9 (180)

$50 and over

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Wailea

About the restaurant

Situated in the heart of Ka’ana Kitchen’s open-air styled kitchen, we invite you to immerse yourself in our exclusive dining experience. Interact with our chefs as they thoughtfully curate a customized 6-course menu of fresh, local ingredients to stimulate your sense of adventure. To enhance the experience even more, we have the option to add wine pairings to each course, hand selected by our expert sommelier.

This exclusive experience is limited to seating’s at 6:00pm, 6:15pm and 6:30pm Tuesday - Saturday.
Maximum of 4 guests per party.

Chef’s Table: $195/person
Wine Pairings:
Premier Cru – a selection of our favorite wines from off the beaten path – creating a journey of discovery & delight +$125/person
Grand Cru – exclusive selection of hard to source, hard to replace but very easy to love wines +$250/person

Executive Chef: Ritchard Cariaga | Chef de Cuisine: Chance Savell

Due to limited seating, there is a 24-hour cancellation policy and $75/person cancellation fee.

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LisaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

What a memorable evening! Chef catered so well to our family’s preferences and gave us a meal we will never forget. Tasting menu was above and beyond our expectations and checked all the boxes…delicious, unique, beautiful, and so satisfying! Would highly recommend!

Ocean Organic Farm and Distillery

4.7

4.7 (408)

$30 and under

Hawaii Regional Cuisine

Kula

About the restaurant

Enjoy the spectacular views while you relax in our casual, open-air dining environment. Along with our menu offerings inspired by local fare, we have several signature cocktails available that are made with our own, Ocean Vodka, Kula Rum, Fy Gin, and Brum spirits.

We have a 15 minute grace period. We have limited inside seating and vast options for outside seating. If you have a preference between inside or outside seating, please leave us a note in your reservation.

Parties of 8 or more are subject to a 20% auto-gratuity. Please call (808)344-7649 for parties larger than 8. We do not accept walk-ins larger than 8 people.

For event inquiries or for parties larger than 12, please contact our Food and Beverage Director at chad@oceandistillery.com.

To book a Tasting Experience or an Upcountry Sommelier and Chef Curated Pairing with us, please use the following link:
www.oceandistillery.com

To know whos playing tonight visit:
https://music2nite.manaoradio.com/

Mahalo,
Ocean Ohana

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Susana

Dined today

Such a treat to be in this beautiful place. Outstanding views, great food and service. Our family from Texas was super impressed.

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Experience

Upcountry Farm Dinner Series: Michael Glabiki

Honu Oceanside

4.9

4.9 (6046)

$50 and over

Seafood

Lahaina

About the restaurant

Located steps from the ocean in Lahaina, Maui, Honu Oceanside invites guests to enjoy world-
class ocean views, accompanied by a menu selection featuring fresh fish, incredible seafood,
locally-sourced produce, inventive craft cocktails, and more! Enjoy a beautiful sunset accompanied by a worldly bottle of wine for a luxurious dinner or date night on the water. We can’t wait to wow you with our tide-
to-table menu, complemented by globally sourced wines, stunning scenery, impeccable service,
and Aloha!

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Ryan

Dined 1 day ago

We had an amazing experience here food was excellent and service was on point the view was spectacular

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4.8

4.8 (5188)

$50 and over

Farm-to-table

Kapalua

About the restaurant

Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Peter Merriman Chef/Restauranteur has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using only sustainable methods.

Reservations are released 60 days prior at 6am HST. This includes all holidays. Although we cannot accommodate parties larger than 8 people or split reservations in our main dining room, we do have other options available. Please email reservations@merrimanshawaii.com for groups larger than 8 people.

For a more casual dining experience, join us at The Point, our oceanside dining location offering a casual menu. The Point opens daily at 4pm, weather depending. Reservations are not needed or accepted for The Point. Happy Hour is from 4pm to 530pm at the Point and Bar.

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AmyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We celebrated my husband’s 50th birthday and they gave us a custom menu that said “Happy 50th Birthday Mr. Tober”, that was super cool and made the evening that much more special! The food and service was amazing as usual as well.

Takumi Maui

5.0

5 (23)

$50 and over

Japanese Speciality

Kaanapali

About the restaurant

Welcome to Takumi, Maui's premium sushi haven in Ka'anapali. We invite you to our traditional sushi counter for an intimate Omakase dinner experience, where our chef guides you on a delectable journey of authentic Japanese preparations of the world's finest seafood. Each ingredient is selected for it's superior quality and origin, then woven into a work of culinary art that is sure to enliven your senses. Let us transport you to the heavens of Japan.

Soon to be available will be á la carte dinner service on our adorably quaint patio!

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Haylee

Dined 2 days ago

This was an amazing experience. The fish was some of the best I’ve had in my life and we have been to hundreds of sushi restaurants. Such an amazing experience I highly recommend it.

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Experience

Paired Down Omakase

Experience

Omakase Chef's Dinner

Le Bazaar Maui

4.8

4.8 (159)

$50 and over

Moroccan

Kihei

About the restaurant

Welcome to our cozy and romantic retreat, inspired by the rich culture of Morocco. Here, we invite you to embrace the Moroccan way of life, starting with a traditional welcome: dressing in authentic Moroccan attire, an option for those who wish to fully immerse themselves in the experience. Begin your meal with the refreshing ritual of washing your hands with scented orange blossom water, setting the tone for a night of fun, relaxation and culinary exploration.

With live belly dancing performances gracing our dining room daily, each seating transforms into a vibrant celebration of Moroccan tradition. The highlight of your visit will be our carefully crafted by chef Christoper Hajji six-course meal, featuring the best of Moroccan cuisine. Each dish is a testament to the intricate flavors and culinary techniques that promise an authentic taste of Moroccan hospitality. We aim to provide not just a meal, but a wonderful and memorable dining experience.

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Theresa

Dined today

Immersive dining experience. Food was excellent and atmosphere was lively and fun.

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Experience

Moroccan Magic Hour Sip,Dine & Dance

Ferraro's Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4.7 (2357)

$50 and over

Italian

Wailea

About the restaurant

Ferraro's Bar e Ristorante offers authentic Italian specialities in a romantic oceanfront setting with magnificent sunset views.

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DougVIP

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

We love this restaurant the view , food & service is amazing. The bread is so flavorful and the seabass we had for dinner was cooked just rich and delicious. We always go here when we come to Maui. We highly recommended it. They also have a happy hour with smaller menu.

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4.6

4.6 (1128)

$31 to $50

International

Wailea

About the restaurant

Happy Hour is available from 3:00 to 5:00 PM, with seating mainly at the bar and bar tables. Lanai seating is limited and available until 4:45 PM.

For dinner reservations, please note that while we do offer lanai seating, we are unable to guarantee it. Mahalo for your understanding.

Best Food & Panoramic Views
Located in South Maui lies a culinary gem called Gather on Maui. We strive to source the freshest ingredients & support local businesses. Embracing sustainable farming practices and actively working to minimize our environmental impact, our missions aligns with the spirit & values of the island of Maui. Experience a menu curated by our talented chefs, where every dish is crafted with care & creativity, blending the vibrant flavors of Hawaii with modern eclectic cuisine. Perched on the stunning Wailea Golf Course with views of the Ocean & Molokini Crater, we offer the most breathtaking panoramic views.

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Janet

Dined 1 day ago

Such a beautiful golf course setting. The staff was wonderful! Best Wagyu burger!!!

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