Seascape Ma'alaea Restaurant
About
Oceanfront Views Meet Local Flavors
Positioned right at the Maui Ocean Center, Seascape offers a front-row seat to the Pacific that few other spots in Wailuku can claim. You are dining practically on the harbor’s edge, where the scent of salt air mingles with the aroma of fresh island ingredients. The atmosphere is open-air and breezy, making it a favorite for those wanting a relaxed lunch after exploring the aquarium or a sunset dinner that feels miles away from the bustle of town.
The Kitchen's Focus
The menu highlights the bounty of the islands with a commitment to sustainable, locally sourced ingredients. Signature plates often feature the catch of the day, prepared with a light touch to let the quality of the seafood stand out. You will find staples like their flavorful coconut-crusted prawns or a classic kalua pork quesadilla that balances local traditions with contemporary tastes. The kitchen team emphasizes fresh, seasonal produce, ensuring that every plate reflects the agricultural richness of Maui.
Know Before You Go
The layout is designed for wide-open views, which is perfect for watching the boats come and go from Ma'alaea Harbor. A small observation: because the restaurant is popular with visitors coming off whale-watching tours, it can get quite lively and energetic during mid-afternoon hours. If you prefer a quieter experience, timing your visit for the early evening allows you to hear the waves hitting the pier as the sun dips below the horizon. It is an ideal stop for families or anyone looking to pair a scenic coastal drive with a satisfying meal that captures the true essence of South Maui dining.
Amenities & Features
Location
192 Maalaea Rd, Wailuku, Hawaii, 96793-5903
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Showing 7 of 403 community reviewsBoogsWorldGoogle Maps
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The view is gorgeous and the service was great. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. The food was terrible and I mean terrible. Chicken unseasoned, super white, no char marks. Tasted boiled and not grilled. Ramen was awful. Bland, greasy and not good. My daughter had a burger and she was the only one who enjoyed her dish. Definitely overpriced and food was terrible! I would recommend eating somewhere else. My husband liked the mai tai, so at most ok to have drinks and see the view. Food, very easy pass! Spent $200 for two adults and two kids. Highly disappointed.
Elisia CarrGoogle Maps
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The food, drinks and view were amazing. I got the fish and chips it came with the best tartar sauce ever.
Sayan MandalGoogle Maps
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only restaurant in maui we repeated. the fishes were cooked to perfection. great portion size and the sauce were delicious too. plus its not exorbitantly priced for its quality and view.! highly recommend the fish of the day and creme brulee for dessert
Beau HeskethGoogle Maps
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We really enjoyed our lunch at Seascape. The service was attentive and kind and the food was really good quality for a lunch. We had the Poke Bowl and a Burger. It’s a great place to eat at if you are looking for some good food while you are visiting the aquarium.
Scott McClannahanGoogle Maps
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We stopped at **Seascape Restaurant** during our visit to the Maui Ocean Center and were pleasantly surprised by how good it was — this is **far more than a typical “attraction restaurant.”** I had the **fish tacos**, which were fresh, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. My girlfriend went with the **fish special**, and it was equally impressive. What really stood out was how **unique and thoughtful the menu selections were**, especially considering this is part of an aquatic center. You can tell real effort went into offering quality, locally inspired dishes rather than generic tourist food. The **views are incredible** — sitting with the ocean and harbor right in front of you makes the whole experience feel relaxed and very “Maui.” It’s the perfect place to take a break after walking through the exhibits. Great food, unexpected quality, and a fantastic setting. Definitely worth stopping at, even if you’re just there for the Ocean Center.
Michelle HartGoogle Maps
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Service was friendly, food was yummy! We had fish & chips and garden salad. Fish had a great flavor, fries were crispy, slaw was just the right amount of sweet, and the salads were full of fresh, crunchy veggies. *I think there's more parking up on the hill by the aquarium.
Mitch WilderGoogle Maps
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Was recommended after our helicopter tours. Stop at the Maui Ocean Center. It is attached to the aquarium. Ordered rhe Canada's (Cathch of the day) which was Onaga (snapper) with shrimp and taro potatoes. It was amazing. We also ordered the tempura lobster tail. Different but still excellent. All the food was cooked to perfection! I'm not a shrimp fan but these were cooked perfectly! Our server Caysha was extremely nice and helpful. Food came out quick. It is outdoor seating so you have to deal with flies and birds and an occasional chicken but it did not take away from the experience. Decently priced for the quality of the food. We really enjoyed everything about this place! Highly recommended for service, taste, and view!
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