When visiting the Island of Maui, one of the most popular things to do is explore Maui’s many restaurants and flavors. Obviously, tasting locally caught seafood is a top choice when visiting the Hawaiian Islands!
West Maui’s sushi restaurants are one of the best places to explore locally caught fish, Hawaii seafood, Pacific Rim fusion selections, and Maui-grown farm-to-table foods.
Next time you’re on holiday in Maui, explore the many diverse sushi restaurants in Historic Lahaina Town, Kaanapali, Napili, Honokowai, and Kapalua. No matter your dietary preferences, there’s a West Maui sushi restaurant for you!
1. Miso Phat Sushi
Miso Phat Sushi has two locations on Maui: Kahana and Kihei. Kahana, their West Maui location, is found on the ground floor of an apartment complex on Lower Honoapiilani Road. Their Kahana restaurant is open 7-days a week and has an excellent reputation for high-quality fish and an innovative sushi menu.
For over 20 years, this family-owned business has been serving Maui’s community and visitors. In fact, the owners also own the Shiso Phat boat, which is a big reason why they’re known to have the freshest fish on Maui.
Miso Phat is a super Maui sushi spot for a date night or a dinner celebration with family and friends. The combination platters are affordable, and their baked rolls are the best in Hawaii. For those traveling with small children or people with dietary regulations, Miso Phat also offers Kids and Vegetarian items on their menu.
5 Favorite Menu Items: Joy Roll aka Miso Happy Roll, TNA Roll, Unagi Temaki Hand Roll, Dynamite Roll, Miso Phat Omakase
2. Japengo at Hyatt Maui Resort
Japengo is located at the Hyatt Regency Maui in Kaanapali. It’s a Japanese and Pacific Rim fusion lounge-style eatery that offers an incredible menu full of locally sourced ingredients and exotic flavors.
Japengo is island-famous for both residents and visitors. It’s one of the best places for sushi, steak, and seafood in West Maui. The restaurant provides both indoor and outdoor seating, and it’s a fabulous place to enjoy sunset and a meal.
At Japengo’s chic sushi lounge, guests can start their meal by ordering a soju spritzer, a Japanese beer, or one of their modern cocktails like the ‘Take Me Back to Tokyo,’ (made with Kikori Japanese Whiskey). They also have an impressive sake menu and sake flights.
The menu provides a diverse selection of dishes that derive from Hawaii, Japan, China, the Philippines, and Korea. When dining at Japengo for sushi and Japanese cuisine, there are many items to choose from on their Tengu, Sushi Starter, Sashimi, Hand Rolls, and Sushi Rolls menus.
5 Favorite Menu Items: Hamachi Kama, Chirashi Don, Spicy Tuna Roll, Rising Sun Roll, Japengo Seafood Udon
3. Sansei in Kapalua
Sansei has two restaurants on Maui: Kapalua and Kihei. Both locations are fantastic! Sansei’s menu is a fusion of authentic Japanese cuisine and local Hawaiian fare.
West Maui’s Sansei restaurant is located within the Kapalua resort area. The menu is award-winning with a large selection of dishes like soups, salads, noodles, tempura, nigiri sushi, specialty rolls, and combination platters.
Sansei in Kapalua is open for dinner 7-days a week from 5-10pm. The restaurant is super popular, so we definitely suggest that you make reservations ahead of time. They also offer late-night dining on Thursday and Friday from 10pm-1am.
If you’re calling to make a reservation, make sure to ask about their live music schedule. Here’s a great place to enjoy a filling meal while listening to local Hawaiian musicians.
5 Favorite Menu Items: Panko-Crusted Fresh Ahi Sashimi, Traditional Japanese Tempura, Unagi Roll, Mango Crab Salad Handroll, Kapalua “Butterfry” Roll
4. Teppan-Yaki Dan
Teppan-Yaki Dan’s is located at the Sheraton Maui Resort in Kaanapali. The restaurant is Hawaii-famous for Teppan-Yaki theatrics and authentic Japanese cuisine. A visit to this West Maui restaurant is always a good time!
Teppan-Yaki Dan’s is not a dedicated sushi spot. But they do have Ahi poke and tasty Japanese cold and hot selections on their menu. It’s a Maui dining experience that excels at family-style dining– all will surely enjoy eating here.
When visiting this West Maui restaurant, order starters, and taste a selection of their signature entrees like the Pacific Scallops, Rib Eye, and the Hawaiian Catch of the Day. If you’re celebrating an anniversary or a date night, order the Deluxe Pre-Fixe menu that includes appetizers, signature entree combos, and dessert.
5 Favorite Menu Items: Ahi Poke, Hawaiian Catch of the Day, Surf & Turf, Lobster Batayaki, Baked Mussels
5. Roy’s in Kaanapali
Roy’s in Ka’anapali is one of West Maui’s oldest restaurants. It’s just one of Roy Yamaguchi’s world-wide network of restaurants, and it’s been operating on Maui for over 34 years.
When at Roy’s, guests enjoy flavors from Hawaii, China, Japan, and Korea. It’s a fusion restaurant of a singular type, and their sushi selections are delicious! In fact, Yamaguchi Sushi® is a registered trademark.
Roy’s is known for family-style dining, so make sure to order a little bit of everything for the table to share. No matter what time of the day you’re dining at Roy’s, authentic Japanese appetizers and sushi rolls are available.
Located at the Ka’anapali Golf Course, Roy’s is open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner 7-days a week. They also offer a ‘Pupu’s in the Bar’ menu from 2pm-4:40pm for those that are looking for an afternoon snack and pau hana on the greens.
5 Favorite Menu Items: Ahi Poke, Yamaguchi Spicy Ahi Sushi, Roy’s Blackened Ahi, Frying Dragon Roll, Misoyaki Butterfish
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