Ahi (yellowfin tuna), aku (skipjack tuna), and mahimahi are just a few of the fresh fish caught daily in these beautiful blue waters. So, while in Hawaii, why not enjoy some locally caught fish?! Here’s a hand-selected list of restaurants that are rolling up some of Maui’s finest sushi.
We have cross-checked our picks with top sites, like Maui Magazine, Pride of Maui, and Trip Advisor to make sure we're offering the best sushi you can find on Maui. Bon appétit!
200 Nohea Kai Dr, Lahaina — (808) 667-4796 — Reserve on OpenTable
Japengo’s been winning all the awards: 2019 ‘Aipono Best New Restaurant, 2020 ‘Aipono Gold Best Pacific Rim, 2020 ‘Aipono Silver Best Sushi. The views are stunning, the dining room is beautiful, the service is great, and the sushi is award-winning. If you’re in Lahaina, give them a taste, and see if they win you over as well.
They are open daily from 5 pm to 9 pm. Reservations recommended.
2395 S. Kihei Rd Ste 113, Kihei --- (808) 875-8258
Trip Advisors #1 Sushi Bar on Maui. This is an intimate and authentic little sushi joint. Seating is limited, and reservations are required. If you can’t make it for dine-in, there’s take away options including The Chef’s Selection Sushi Platters. Check out what Chef Hiro is rolling up, and see if he makes it to #1 on your list.
Open Monday through Saturday from 6 pm to 10 pm. Dine-in reservations are required. Closed on Sunday.
1279 S Kihei Rd #108, Kihei — (808) 891-6476
This husband and wife duo has been running Miso Phat sushi bar and restaurant for the past 20 years. The menu is made up of delicious and freshly caught local fish. With specialty sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri, the difficult decision is choosing what to order.
Open daily from 11:30 am to 8:30 pm to serve you sushi & Aloha.
3550 Wailea Alanui Dr, Kihei — (808) 243-4766, Reserve on OpenTable
The vibe here is modern open-air Japanese beach house. The menu features fresh local fish that’s artistically rolled up, expertly sliced, and perfectly paired. The sake, you can just keep it flowing, because you’ll want to stick around and catch the sunsets; they’re epic.
Hours are every day for lunch from 12 pm to 2:30 pm and dinner from 5 pm to 8:45 pm.
780 Haiku Rd, Haiku (808) 575-2939
This intimate, little 50-seat contemporary Japanese Izakaya and sushi bar is tucked away in one of Maui’s North Shore small towns. The menu has an array of small plates, hand rolls, specialty rolls, noodles, and salads. No reservations are required. They’ve got everything you need for a great meal in Maui.
Open daily for lunch from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm and for dinner from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
1951 E. Vineyard St, Wailuku -- (808) 633-2502
It’s a BYOB, no ressies, and really good sushi kinda joint. Try the Special Opaka Roll with fried calamari steak topped with opakaka and a lemon caper aioli. Then go for The Shiso Dragon, a spicy tuna roll topped with avo, truffle oil, and potato chips. If you have room left, order The Garlic Tiger, a shrimp tempura roll topped with spicy tuna and tempura flakes. Need we say more?!
Open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 pm to 9 pm, closed on Sunday and Monday.
93 Hana Hwy, Paia -- (808) 344-7569
This is a well-decorated, hipster restaurant in downtown Paia. The bartenders are shaking up some delicious cocktails, the sushi is artistically rolled, and the lights are dim and low. You may just want to go for the cocktails and ambiance, but a few fresh sushi bites are always a good idea.
Open for dinner Tuesday to Saturday from 5 pm to 10 pm. Closed on Sunday and Monday.
1063 Lower Main St, Wailuku -- (808) 243-5333
This little spot serves fresh sushi and has raving reviews. They have the basics covered, but with specialty rolls named The Superman Burrito Hand Roll and the Marilyn MonRoll, how can you not add those to your order? Chopsticks up, there’s work to do!
Open daily from 5 pm to 11 pm.
2290 Kaanapali Pkwy Suite A, Lahaina -- (808) 669-6999
This restaurant is one of Hawaii’s most famous and well-renowned Chefs, Roy Yamaguchi.
The menu has lots of different dishes and flavors, daily specials, and a couple of sushi options. It’s best to come when you’re with a group that wants to order an array of different menu items. With the Yamaguchi Spicy Ahi Sushi Roll, Short Rib Loco Moco, and a Sunset Prix Fixe Menu, all dining patrons can find something delicious to enjoy.
Roy’s is open daily. Lunch is served from 11 am to 3:45 pm and dinner from 4 pm to 7 pm.
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