The best bars & nightlife in Maui

7 bars & nightlife we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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This week, treat yourself to Bistro Casanova, where fresh pasta, pizza, and shareable tapas meet easygoing Italian romance with Maui calm.…

33 Lono Ave (Kahului)

This week, treat yourself to Bistro Casanova, where fresh pasta, pizza, and shareable tapas meet easygoing Italian romance with Maui calm. Perfect for catch-ups, low-key date nights, or that pre-flight bite that somehow turns into lingering drinks.

From the Maui newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Koho's Grill & Bar has been feeding Kahului for more than 30 years with straight-up local comfort, from burgers and plate lunches to…

275 W Kaahumanu Ave (Kahului)

Koho's Grill & Bar has been feeding Kahului for more than 30 years with straight-up local comfort, from burgers and plate lunches to steaks, pasta, fish and salads, plus a legit sports bar vibe. When the fridge holds only shoyu and optimism, let Koho’s handle breakfast, lunch or dinner.

From the Maui newsletter, September 3, 2026

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MauiWine

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MauiWine pours pineapple wines alongside estate and Rose Ranch selections, all crafted with serious aloha. Swing by for an elevated tasting…

14-815 Piilani Hwy HC 1 Box 953 (Kula)

MauiWine pours pineapple wines alongside estate and Rose Ranch selections, all crafted with serious aloha. Swing by for an elevated tasting on their heritage property, or peep the event calendar and wine club if you want more reasons to toast living here.

From the Maui newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Ale House

Nightlife

Kahului Ale House has been fueling Maui since 1998 with an in-house sushi bar, hand tossed pizzas, juicy burgers, and fresh salads. Grab a…

355 E Kamehameha Ave (Kahului)

Kahului Ale House has been fueling Maui since 1998 with an in-house sushi bar, hand tossed pizzas, juicy burgers, and fresh salads. Grab a stool this week, pick from 36 draft beers and a 350-plus drinks list, then watch the big games across 69 HD screens with five zones of sound.

From the Maui newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Sammy's Beach Bar & Grill keeps it casual with beach-bar comfort food, cold drinks, and easygoing vibes when you need a no-brainer bite…

1 Lanui Cir (Kahului)

Sammy's Beach Bar & Grill keeps it casual with beach-bar comfort food, cold drinks, and easygoing vibes when you need a no-brainer bite this week.

From the Maui newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Esters Fair Prospect is the friend-run tropical cocktail bar in Wailuku where classic meets tiki, craft spirits are the love language, and…

2050 Main St #1b (Wailuku)

Esters Fair Prospect is the friend-run tropical cocktail bar in Wailuku where classic meets tiki, craft spirits are the love language, and the outdoor patio stares straight at Iao. Farm-to-table small plates and pupu seal the deal, perfect for a low-key, deserves-it kind of night.

From the Maui newsletter, August 26, 2026

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deVine Wine Lounge is the island’s only wine bar, pouring a smartly curated mix of global bottles and local favorites, plus crafty…

1280 S Kihei Rd #101A (Kihei)

deVine Wine Lounge is the island’s only wine bar, pouring a smartly curated mix of global bottles and local favorites, plus crafty cocktails and zero-proof sips. Settle into the cozy-chic vibe with pupus or a cheese board and keep an eye on their events for a midweek reset.

From the Maui newsletter, September 17, 2026

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