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Restaurants near Palaau State Park

Discover the natural beauty of Palaau State Park, a tranquil escape on the scenic shores of Maui, perfect for exploring lush landscapes and breathtaking views. Where to Eat Near Palaau State Park? After enjoying the serene surroundings, guests can explore a delightful array of dining options nearby. Experience casual elegance with Hawaiian-inspired dishes that celebrate local flavors, or indulge in fresh seafood while enjoying stunning oceanfront views. For those craving comforting Asian cuisine, enjoy hand-crafted noodle dishes alongside delectable appetizers that are sure to satisfy any palate. The dining scene reflects Maui’s vibrant culinary culture, offering unforgettable meals that enhance your visit. Whether you're seeking a laid-back meal or an upscale dining experience, there's something for everyone to enjoy near Palaau State Park.
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1. Duke's Beach House Maui
4.7
Exceptional(12383)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kaanapali
Booked 213 times today
Oceanfront dining steps from Kā‘anapali North Beach, Duke’s Beach House Maui pairs legendary sunsets, live music, and Hawaiian-inspired cuisine in one of Maui’s most iconic beachfront settings.Complimentary self-parking and valet available.Located at Honua Kai Resort & Spa, Duke’s open-air restaurant overlooks the Pacific Ocean with sweeping views of Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the menu features Hawaii Regional Cuisine, fresh sustainable seafood, premium steaks, handcrafted cocktails, and the world-famous Hula Pie. Vintage surfboards, outrigger canoes, and rare memorabilia honor Duke Kahanamoku — Olympic champion and the father of modern surfing — while nightly live music creates the perfect backdrop for date nights, celebrations, and unforgettable Maui evenings.Gluten-free options available. Banquet dining available for groups of 20 or more. Visit dukesmaui.com for menus, takeout, and entertainment schedules.
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2. Merriman's - Maui
4.9
Exceptional(8221)
$$$$
• Farm-to-table • Kapalua
Booked 174 times today
Dine at the most breathtaking oceanfront setting in Kapalua Resort. Chef/Restauranteur Peter Merriman has brought his unique style of Hawaii Regional Cuisine to Maui in 2008. A pioneer in the “Farm to Table” concept, Peter serves only the freshest products, at least 90% of which are locally grown or caught, using sustainable methods.Reservations are released 60 days prior at 6am HST. This includes all holidays. We cannot accommodate parties larger than 8 people or split reservations in our main dining room.For a more casual dining experience, join us at The Point, our oceanside dining location offering a casual menu. The Point opens daily at 3pm and is weather depending. Reservations are not needed or accepted for The Point. The Point Happy Hour: 3pm to 5pm with Happy Hour at the Bar from 4pm - 5pm daily.
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3. Hula Grill - Kaanapali
4.6
Exceptional(12021)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kaanapali
Booked 142 times today
Oceanfront dining on Kā‘anapali Beach, Hula Grill Kā‘anapali pairs Maui sunsets, live music, and Hawaii Regional Cuisine in one of Maui’s most iconic beachfront settings.Located along the shores of Kā‘anapali, Hula Grill celebrates the flavors of Hawai‘i with fresh line-caught fish, Maui-grown produce, all-natural meats, and handcrafted tropical cocktails. Dine in the open-air dining room or sink your feet into the sand at the beachfront Barefoot Bar overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Guests love the nightly live music, chef specials, warm aloha hospitality, and unforgettable sunset views.Perfect for lunch, dinner, date nights, celebrations, and family dining, Hula Grill showcases locally sourced ingredients from Maui fishermen and farmers while honoring Hawai‘i’s rich culinary traditions. Gluten-free options available. Indoor, outdoor, and takeout dining available. Visit hulagrillkaanapali.com for menus, reservations, live music schedules, and updates.
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4. Leilani's on the Beach - Dining Room
4.5
Awesome(8905)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Lahaina
Booked 114 times today
Oceanfront dining on Kā‘anapali Beach, Leilani’s on the Beach pairs fresh island seafood, live music, and sunset views with the spirit of aloha.Located at Whalers Village in Maui, Leilani’s offers open-air beachfront dining overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Upstairs, guests enjoy fresh fish, prime rib, crab legs, handcrafted cocktails, and nightly sunset dinners in a relaxed oceanfront setting. Downstairs at the lively Beach Bar, locals and visitors gather for our famous fish tacos and specialty nights like Taco Tuesday, Burger & Beer Wednesday, Aloha Friday, and Aloha Hour just steps from the sand.Perfect for lunch, dinner, date nights, family dining, and celebrations, Leilani’s blends contemporary island cuisine with warm Hawaiian hospitality and live music daily. Gluten-free options available.Dining Room reservations accepted nightly; walk-ins welcome. Beach Bar waitlist available after 4pm. Takeout available. Visit leilanis.com for menus, live music schedules, and updates.
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5. Mala Ocean Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(11048)
$$$$
• Seafood • Lahaina
Booked 97 times today
Māla Ocean Tavern is an oceanfront favorite in the heart of Lahaina, where guests dine just steps from the water. Serving Brunch (8am-2pm), Live Music Happy Hour (2-4pm), and Dinner (4-9pm) daily. Our different menus blend fresh island flavors, locally sourced produce, and pair with our eclectic wine list or creative cocktails, all served with genuine aloha from a team that loves what we do. Honored and recognized for outstanding oceanfront dining, brunch, wine, and service, Māla remains a place where locals and visitors feel at home by the sea.Māla is an intimate, boutique oceanfront restaurant. Due to our limited layout, we are unable to accommodate dinner reservations for parties larger than eight guests. Parties larger than eight may be accommodated during Brunch and Happy Hour or through a private buyout of one of our event spaces for dinner.
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6. The Plantation House Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(9327)
$$$$
• Hawaiian • Kapalua
Booked 76 times today
Found on the Fairways of Kapalua's Plantation Golf Course, The Plantation House features casual elegance, breathtaking views and island inspired cuisine.
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7. Ulu Kitchen by Merriman
4.6
Exceptional(1626)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kaanapali
Booked 69 times today
Ulu Kitchen by Merriman is an ocean front restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner service featuring local ingredients and recipes created by chef Peter Merriman. We have indoor and outdoor dining options, with a full bar, and the most prime dining views in all of Ka'anapali. The breakfast menu features classic favorites like Eggs Benedits, omelettes, pancakes, as well as some unique dishes like the cure (breakfast ramen) and our Hawaiian chilaquiles. Lunch features our signature smash burger, fresh ahi tuna poke bowl, tempura battered fish and chips, and a fresh local veggie wrap.Dinner has a seafood forward menu featuring Ahi Sashimi, Grilled Tako, Scallops, Mahi Mahi, Shrimp and Lobster Ravioli. From the land we offer a USDA Prime Beef Filet Mignon, Snake River Farms Wagyu Beef Cheeseburger, and Maui Nut Venison Loin.
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8. Sea House Restaurant at Napili Kai Beach Resort
4.5
Awesome(4215)
$$$$
• Seafood • Lahaina
Booked 50 times today
Sea House Restaurant at Napili Kai Beach Resort offers open-air dining and delicious sea-to-table cuisine at its oceanfront location on gorgeous Napili Bay in Maui, Hawaii.Under the direction of Executive Chef Alex Stanislaw, the Sea House serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails against a backdrop of swaying palms and gentle waves. Breakfast favorites include the Molokai Sweet Potato Frittata, Haleakala Pancake, and Homemade Macadamia Nut Cinnamon Roll. Additional signature dishes include the Macadamia Nut-Crusted Mahi Mahi, Poke Nachos, and “60 Second” Ceviche. For guests with dietary restrictions, the Sea House offers numerous gluten-free options. Several vegetarian dishes are also available, and many of those can be altered to be vegan upon request.Over the years, the Sea House has received accolades for its food, atmosphere, and service, including repeatedly winning Maui Magazine’s ʻAipono Awards for Best Happy Hour, Best Breakfast and Most Maui-est Restaurant.
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9. Star Noodle
4.6
Exceptional(3196)
$$$$
• Asian • Lahaina
Booked 82 times today
Star Noodle, located on the ocean in Lahaina, Hawaii, serves a variety of Asian specialty dishes using unique and familiar ingredients and our handmade noodles. The restaurant offers takeout services and catering for offsite events if needed. Choose from noodle dishes like the udon, the kim chee ramen or pad Thai. If you�re not in the mood for noodles, try the steamed pork buns or the Vietnamese crepes. To top off your experience, try one of the restaurant�s desserts like the mango pudding.
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10. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Whalers Village
4.5
Awesome(3895)
$$$$
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • Kaanapali
Booked 29 times today
WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!Aloha, we are open daily from 11:00am to 10:00pm, with our last seating available at 10pm. We accept very limited reservations & reserve a large amount of space for walk-ins. If your desired reservation is not available, please join our waitlist in person daily. Happy Hour is available daily from 2:30pm-5:00pm (excluding select holidays).Our chef driven concept is lead by the classically trained, award winning chef, Peter Merriman. Peter is a culinary pioneer and one of the founders of Hawaii Regional Cuisine. He has always been inspired by the people and products around him and this spirit has lead the movement to look at food in Hawaii in a new light. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman embraces this passion! Each item on the menu demonstrates our commitment to craft and showcases high quality, socially conscious ingredients, creative preparations, and perfect execution. Our dedication to craft also extends to our award-winning beverage program.

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