Paia

Paia Fish Market is INCREDIBLE!! It's our first time visiting Maui and we wanted fresh fish. This is the place to go if you want that. AND you can decide how you want it cooked: charbroiled, blackened, Cajun style, fried. It's amazing and I tried both the blackened and Cajun style ways-- loved em both! For fish I tried Mahi Mahi and first time visiting got the Mahi Mahi Blackened with the French fries; second time I got the Mahi Mahi Cajun style with house potatoes. They also serve it with coleslaw and a lemon. It's honestly one of the best restaurants I have been to in Maui. The fish is incredible! Ambiance is loud and you kinda have to eat quickly and move on since they get really busy. But it's worth it. Very tasty spot and the staff is really nice and hard working.

Paia Fish Market - Maui Paia Fish Market is an absolute must-visit when in Maui! The food is incredible, the portions are generous, and the atmosphere is pure island charm. I had the shrimp tacos and the mahimahi plate, and both were bursting with freshness and flavor. The fish was perfectly cooked, tender, and seasoned just right -- you can taste the quality in every bite. And let's talk about that magic sauce -- it's truly magical! It ties everything together perfectly and takes the dishes to another level. The staff were excellent -- friendly, upbeat, and full of aloha. They made the whole experience feel warm and welcoming. If you're looking for delicious local seafood, amazing service, and authentic Maui vibes, Paia Fish Market delivers every time!

If you're looking for fresh and affordable fish on Maui, look no further and go to Paia Fish Market. The OG store is in Paia but they also have one on the southside. Service is fast when it's not busy. I went around 4 pm but usually lunch time and dinner time can be the busiest. Purchase your food FIRST before seating yourself or saving a seat. If you don't dine in, they're strict about seating. I always recommend the fish taco plate, fish special plate (which you can get any style!) and their fish burger with fries. I always do a fish taco plate (1 taco is lunch and 2 is for dinner if you're hungry). You can do whatever side you'd like but I'd recommend half pilaf rice and half potatoes. Make sure you add their signature Magic Sauce for a dash of sweet and spicy and their tartar sauce.

This was the very first place we visited after arriving in Maui! I'd been so curious about this spot while planning our trip, and the long line outside definitely showed how popular it is. We ordered a variety of dishes to try, and everything was incredibly fresh -- the kind that just melts in your mouth. The Maui beer was ice-cold and perfect, too! Service was quick and attentive, and the interior had a fun, welcoming vibe that really appealed to tourists. It was such a satisfying and memorable first experience in Maui!

Absolutely delicious fish tacos. Fish is flavorful and cooked well. Not over cooked!! Never disappoints and always fresh veggie slaw on top. Tortilla are fresh too.

There's a ton of great food on the island, but Paia Fish Market is a must eat. The Vibe IS Paia. The team is welcoming and service amazing for fast casual. The food is awesome! Best bites: Mahi mahi dinner plate with Cajun rice. Fish was cooked and seasoned perfectly, super flaky and tender. The Cajun rice was surprisingly delicious Fish tacos are a must, loaded with fish and fresh ingredients Onion rings were crispy Other bites: I would opt for Cajun rice or fries over the house potatoes The shrimp taco was delicious, but I preferred the fish If you're in the area, stop in. It will finish off your walk through Paia good vibes and historic Maui feel

One of our favorite fish restaurants on Maui, always fresh and well prepared and we always make a point of eating here at least once when we're here. Not a full service restaurant but their pricing reflects this and the person at the counter is always friendly and cordial as are the servers. The fish is always fresh and well prepared and looks and tastes just as I expect or even better. If you are looking for a great fish lunch or dinner in a clean and casual setting, give them a try, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

Good corner location in Paia. Longest line out of all the restaurants in Paia so we ate here. Good food & good portion. Wait in line, walk up to order then grab a table. Easy place to find & eat before exploring the north east side of Maui.

5 star fish and chips that is a must try. The fish was fresh and had great flavor. They were breaded instead of beer battered where you mostly get the batter. The pieces were lean and filling. The tarter sauce complemented it perfectly. We also got the shrimp and calamari plates that were good but not as good as the fish and chips. My daughter also got the ahi plate and it was so much food and so yummy! Service was extremely friendly, attentive and it was an enjoyable visit. The restaurant was super clean with plenty of seating. The bathrooms were also clean!

Enjoyed the Mahi burger this time ($14). So filling. Got calamari ($10) which in this case are large breaded strips. Gotta respect the OG location. Lunch prices until 4:30pm

Hmmm... I think i may have just had the best fish sandwich ever. That does not happen every day. I ordered a char broiled Mahi-Mahi on a brioche bun with coleslaw, side of fries. Washed it down with a nice golden ale. Damn! That was delicious! I also tasted the Ahi which as also outstanding. The fish was perfectly preprepared, flavorful, succulent and had a nice char on it. The brioche bun was fresh soft and big. The coleslaw was (despite my preference for NY deli style coleslaw) ... well it was outstanding too and perfect for this sandwich. Order off the menu board, choose fish, choose platter or sandwich, choose side, choose drink. The draft golden ale paired with the sandwich well and the whole thing left me full yet wanting more. So we will go back in a couple days for another helping. We went at 5:00pm on a Thursday in July. There was a line. We put in our order and waited for a table. By 6:00 pm the line was out the door and down the side of the restaurant. Seating is limited so you have some choices here. Since IMHO this is quite possibly the best fish sandwich on Maui or anywhere else for that matter... you are going to have to come here, you will need a strategy. 1. Don't worry about it arrive when you like stand on line and hover for a table or 2. Take it to go or 3. Go on off hours to avoid the mealtime crowds. This place is hopping and for good reason. They have the best fish sandwich on Maui. (Get it? Don't miss it...) Park in the municipal lot a block and a half away for free. Double highly recommend.

Great spot for fresh fish. There's not a lot of seating inside. This place will not disappoint. The lines are worth the wait. I recommend the red sna

After a long day on the Road to Hana, this was a great place to unwind. My husband dropped me off to wait in line and parked down the street in a free lot. The line went out the door but gave us plenty of time to decide what to order. \\ blackened ono - the cajun flavors complimented the mild taste of the flaky white fish - ordered it with fries that someone said were as good as McDonald's in all the best ways--and I agree heh - I used to dislike coleslaw until I visited Maui and Paia Fish Market. turns out I just don't like when the cabbage is completely swimming. this coleslaw was a surprising star of the show for me \\ blackened ahi (medium rare) - we were imagining pink ahi thinly covered in a layer of cooked flesh and cajun seasoning but parts of it were definitely well-done, maybe because the fish was uneven in thickness - got this with the roasted potatoes which were hearty and delicious We sat at a bar facing out the window towards some street performers. Overall a well-lit, warm place to linger a bit.

Yuk, husband was sick all night after eating here. (We did road to Hana all day and this dinner was all we ate all day, totally fine before dining) We split an opakapaka dinner plate and he took several bites before we noticed the fish wasn't cooked thoroughly. Our plate was removed and fish thrown back on the grill and same piece brought back to us on our now cold, contaminated potatoes. We picked at the edges and decided not to eat any more. Also ordered onion rings and although appeared normal, tasted burned signaling the oil must be burnt/dirty. Coleslaw yuk.

Sitting at the center of the quaint town of Paia, the Paia Fish Market was a breath of fresh air from some of the other areas of the island. The food came fast fresh and was reasonably priced! Taste: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5:5 Ambiance: 4/5 Value for money: 4.5/5 The fish sandwich was one of the best fish sandwiches I'd ever had. The other additions were a nice compliment as well. The fish tacos were good too!

We stopped into Paia Fish Market on our last day in Maui--about three hours before our flight home--and honestly, it was the perfect final chapter to our trip. Pā'ia is such a cute little town, full of character, cool shops, and a laid-back vibe that makes it feel like more than just a pit stop. And with it being so close to the airport, it was an easy call to swing through one more time before heading back to the mainland. We grabbed a quick table seat and ordered one last plate. I got the blackened snapper sandwich with fries--no frills, just fresh fish cooked right. The snapper was tender and flavorful, with that perfect crust of seasoning, and the fries were golden and crispy, the slaw was crisp and well dressed, adding that much needed bit of freshness. It hit all the right notes: comforting, satisfying, and just enough heat to keep things interesting. They house sauce was a unique addition and a must try. I honestly don't know how to best describe it. Sitting there, taking that last bite of island flavor, we couldn't help but soak in the charm of the place--the easy energy, the sound of orders being called, the smell of grilled fish in the air. It felt like the kind of local spot you'd go back to again and again if you lived nearby. Big mahalo to Paia Fish Market for giving us one last memory (and meal) to carry home. It was the perfect send-off.

Fresh fish, we tried their snapper dish with cajun which we liked more than charred snapper , though both are great. We also tried their shrimp pasta which tasty too. We were lucky to get the tables early. Its a small place but clean, well kept.

A must try place for seafood lovers. Service is pretty quick even though they have long queue all the time. We have tried the red snapper and Ahi tuna , blackened, Simply the best Nice ambience with street side parking

One of my favorite spots this trip. The food was fresh and light and full of flavor. The home fries/potatoes were so buttery delicious! We ordered a variety of dishes and enjoyed every one of them. Add some magic sauce to the tacos to make them even more delicious. You order at the register first then grab a seat at this location and they bring your food to you. Inside there are tables and window seats available for a quick bite but there could be a bit of a wait. Staff was attentive trying to clear tables as soon as they opened up.

Stopped here for dinner after our Road to Hāna adventures and glad we did. The fish and chips my husband had were delicious (of course I snagged a bite before he doused them in Tabasco) but I was exceptionally pleased with my fish tacos. Absolutely delicious. The Cole slaw was a vinegar/dill based slaw with big chunks of cabbage. We both had a bowl of the clam chowder and it was okay but nothing spectacular. We also shared the calamari and it was cooked to perfection as well. The breading isn't heavy so whatever you are enjoying still shines through. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu and I'm so glad we stopped there for dinner tonight. Perfect and to a perfect day.

We saw lines out the door multiple times during our 24 hours here and so we came For dinner before we left for the airport. Definitely worth the hype. Our last meal in Maui and my groups of 3's favorite. Everything on the menu looks good.

We were told this is a must stop when visiting Paia. The line was long and we almost left until we saw a local walk in and grab his to go order. So rather than wait in line we called in our order and were able to enjoy the shops for about 20 minutes rather the waiting in line! It worked out great and the fish tacos were excellent! Definitely worth a stop! Staff was friendly and helpful!

Pretty good spot for lunch after the Road to Hana. I had the chicken pasta and it was good. My boyfriend had the chicken burger and he thought it was good too, just needed a little seasoning. We paid extra for fries but they were not very good and were a little soggy and under seasoned. We really enjoyed the crispy onion rings though! We finished them before taking a picture. I also enjoyed the pasta.

I would say this was good but not great. We were a little underwhelmed. The blackened mahi mahi was good. Definitely tasted fresh. The fish and chips were ok. The fries tasted like frozen French fries you buy at the store that they just added some seasoning to. The fish was good but very small. The calamari tasted good but were thick cut pieces not the little rings which made them a bit chewy. The slaw was odd so we didn't eat much of it. Overall not bad but we definitely have had better fish on the island. Feels a bit overhyped IMO.

Lining up before lunch opening was well worth it. We'd seen (and heard about) the lengthy lines so we arrived just about 7 minutes before opening on a Sunday morning and were the second party in line, with a party of 5 in front of us. We were served quickly and with very friendly and helpful service, including assistance with purchasing a t-shirt. As reported by others, the dining room isn't particularly large for the volume of guests they receive, but it was clean and bright since it's a corner spot. We quickly scored a table by the window. Almost as quickly as we took our seats, our grub started making its way to our table, as it was ready. First, the order of onion rings ~ hot and crunchy. Next, his ono burger ~ epic portion! Lastly, my mahi mahi fajitas with fixings ~ yummy and again, super generous helping. All tasty and served piping hot! Would definitely return, especially arriving early to avoid a lengthy wait seems the way to go.

Snapper burger - juicy fish, appetizing coleslaw, dense/okay bun Fish taco (mahi/ono) - a bit off putting/odd with the cheddar/jack cheese and green leaf lettuce - slightly better with their magic sauce Fried calamari - well fried, good tasting calamari

Fish tacos were average. Parking in a paid lot for $6 per hour but wasn't associated with the restaurant. Stand and order, then food brought to your table.

I had previously gotten the fish tacos and was shockingly disappointed - and have diagnosed it as an issue with the tortilla. This past weekend I had them again and they were the best of my life. But I did have a very crispy delicious tortilla - I noticed some coming out were not that way, much more raw. Thats definitely the make or break of my fish taco experience. My favorite calamari on island is here.

We got the fish tacos which were awesome. Best coleslaw we've had on the island too. Bonus points for having draft beer. Only reason for not being a 5 star is because it's quite expensive.

Love the food and and the service! Highly recommended! We just landed and the location is about 16 mins from the airport.

Original start in the carefree beatnik town of Paia. Parking is difficult but everything is nearby in this small hippie compound. No beach view, fast food tip first counter service, self seating if you get lucky; not good for groups. The get your own water station needs a cleanliness monitor. The food also comes out pretty quickly despite the long line of orders. Atlantic Salmon? Oh well, expectations lowered. Menu states "charbroiled to perfection". Really? Plate comes out ~ large portion presentation over a bed of Cajun rice and a side of slaw. First bite is of the coleslaw ~ mild cream, crunchy cabbage, nice. Small spoon of the Cajun rice ~ enjoyable chewy texture, just the right amount of butter, nice. Fish ~ it was to perfection! The large fish was flavorful and char was a clean delicate crisp compliment to the tender filet. All three so good together. No need to sprinkle any sauces that are provided on the table; they are very dirty anyway and need a good cleaning. Gobbled it up. Excellent dish. Local lager for a satisfying finish.

This was the best meal we had while in Maui! I got the charbroiled Mahi Mahi and fish tacos. The Mahi Mahi fish plate was perfect, the flavor and even the Cajun rice and potatoes were all cooked to perfection. My friends got the blackened salmon and charbroiled salmon, also really good! All of the fish tasted very fresh. Honestly I think whatever fish plate and preparation you get you'll be satisfied. The tartar sauce tasted really good too and it paired amazingly with our food. The fish tacos were okay, I wouldn't order them again. Highly recommend the fish plates though! We had to come back a second time during our trip and were still left craving it. The line can get long, but I'd say it's worth the wait. There's not many seats inside either, so we just took our food to-go and ate it at a park nearby.

Food was great. Service was good I had to stand in line but the fajitas were really good. Ambiance was also nice and cool AC. Employees are very friendly and very quick to clean the tables. We went 2 times during our vacation.

This spot is delicious. Located in the small town of Paia this spot serves up some bomb seafood. I tried out these dishes. Clam Chowder - A classic good chowder. It's worth to get as an appetizer. It was delicious. (5/5) Seafood Pasta - Portion is bigger than I expected. Came with 4 pieces shrimp and tons of fish chunks. It's creamy and cheesy. It's tasty. (4/5) Blacked Oni - Wow this is solid. Flavor was good and fish was flacky. I enjoyed it. (4.5/5) I would come back here since the prices are reasonable and the food is good. It does get a bit crowded but we came before 5 pm Friday so didn't have to wait for a table.

No photos of food as we inhaled all of it. SO GOOD. Wait can seem long, but it goes by pretty fast. Half the staff is rude which is unfortunate, but the food makes for it. Blackened anything for tacos is a must.

Came here with a party of 4 right around lunch time on Memorial Day. It was recommended by a guide from the Jungle zip lines. DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! The Cajun snapper with Cajun rice was SO GOOD! I had the seafood pasta and my friends had tacos. Everyone left HAPPY. It was busy but the lines moved quickly and food came out fast as well. Of all the cooked fish I've had on the island during my trip, the Cajun snapper here has been my favorite.

Always fabulous! Fish n chips were spot on and staff was very organized. We stop in everytime we come to Paia. Get there early if you do t want to wait in line. The place is fairly small and li scan be long.

Stopped in for a quick lunch before heading to the airport and making the long trip home. Casual place with plenty of seating. Then take your order at the front, then you take a seat wherever you want. I ordered the shrimp and chips. It was cooked perfectly. The serving size was generous, I had leftover fries. My husband ordered tacos and he was also happy with his meal. They also serve beer and wine. I felt like the price was fair for what we got.

Very straightforward menu with lots of different variations of your favorite fresh fish! The portions are very generous and I liked how they provided you different ways to customize the fish to your taste palate. You order at the counter and find a seat. I was a bit worried about not finding a table since there was a bit of a line to order and it was packed, but there seems to be a steady stream of people coming in and out. We found street parking down the block, so you might need to walk a bit since it can get busy during peak dining hours. It was a perfect meal on our way back after a long day on the road to Hana.

Great selection of fish dishes, and they get pretty busy at night. It's self seating and you order at the front. The restroom is in the back and parking is on the street. The food was pretty tasty and they had a good selection of fish! Came here because I saw it on yelp while visiting and wanted to give them a try!

Very low key restaurant. Order at the counter and sit. Relaxed vibe. Small wine beer list but good options. We had the fish tacos, seafood pasta and clam chowder. The chowder was good. Good flavor thick but not too thick. The fish tacos were fresh. Filled with excellent fish and seasoning and were very juicy. My wife loved them. For me the star was the seafood pasta. It was a large bowl of pasta with shrimp and fresh catch fish filets. Covered in a creamy parm sauce that was seasoned perfectly. I am not usually a take my food home person, but I literally could not finish this meal. The food came out of the kitchen lightning fast as well.

We loved the PAIA on Front St, so we traveled to the one in Paia, hoping for the same experience. It was not. I ordered blackened ono on a bed of linguine (instead of the rice and potatoes). I got grilled (not blackened) ono on a plate of coleslaw, with an order of kids linguine in butter. Hmm. The fish was delicious, as expected. There was a short wait but the line moved quickly. The atmosphere was noisy as we've read in other reviews, and there was a rushed feeling to eat and let someone else use the table. We would go again, only not deviate from the routine menu items and get it To Go to avoid the noise and rush.

Since I was here last, they remodeled and expanded into the store next door. This has given them a ton more seating space. You are not supposed to sit down until you order but I did see some bigger groups grabbing tables. They give you a number tag and bring your food to you when its ready. You still order at the counter. I had the fish and chips with cole slaw. The fish was crisp outside and flaky inside. They have a self service tarter sauce container. It has a nice flavor. The slaw was vinegary but tasty. Fries were tasty and you get a lot. Could have used another piece of fish but overall a really nice meal.

Came here as our first Maui meal. We got the fish and chips, fish taco, and mahi burger. My favorite item ended up being the mahi burger and what made it was the tartar sauce and the fish was quite moist. I also really liked the fries there and I thought they were like McDonald's (I mean that in the nicest way possible) For the fish tacos, I was a bit disappointed by the lack of flavor and it was a lot better when I dumped tartar sauce on it. For the fish and chips, the batter is very thin and I'm more of a crunch person so it wasn't my style. Not a bad first meal, but nothing to rave about.

One of my all time favorite places in Paia!! So fresh and delicious. You stand in line, order at the counter and then find seating. The menu is really straightforward, and easy to read. The service was super fast - the longest time waited was in line. The dining area is a little bit small, but the tables are big enough for people to share with others!! This is one of my go-to spots with my family when we go to Maui - amazing food - especially the fresh catch, sashimi and chicken tacos if you don't eat fish.

Paia is a hidden gem of Maui. Whether you are on your way to Hana or just driving around, definitely add Paia to your next stop! We were on the hunt for some good seafood mainly because it was a Friday during Lent, and Paia Fish Market menu definitely hits the spot. Everything on the menu looks delicious and best thing yet is all the fish are fresh. Being such a popular restaurant it did draw a lot of traffic. We were trying to limit ourselves to our one hour parking limit to explore Paia and get food. Unfortunately, with it being so busy and short staffed, we only had time to pick up food to go. We were on a time crunch so we couldn't stay to eat our food at the restaurant. But based on what we saw, if all tables were taken, people would be asking to sit at any open seats to enjoy their meal. We ordered fish tacos and fish and chips. Both plates came with Cole slaw, tartar sauce, and choice of cajun rice, french fries or home potatoes. Although it smelled and looked good, the fish felt dry for both the fish tacos and fish and chips which was so disappointing... also in the fish tacos, it was a little hard to find the fish as it was covered with lots of lettuce .

I heard ppl raving about this place. When we were in maui 2 years ago, we stopped by this town, this restaurant has a long line. So this time, we decided to try it. We came around 1pm weekdays. Parking : free limited street parking. Line a bit long but move pretty fast. Basically you ordered on the counter when you wait in line, then they give you a number and go find your seating. Table first come first serve. There's sharing table and counter table too. They are know for their fresh catch. Since this is our first time here, we asked the gal that took our order, she was so happy to explain and give recommendations. So we ordered: Fresh catch plate of Ono charboiled style with cajun rice and comes w coleslaw A cup of chowder Lunch 2 fish taco comes with fries and coleslaw. There's water dispenser and soda and ice tea. Condiments: on your table along with napkins and utensils. Tartar sauce is by the drinks area. Restroom: 2 individual female and male Restroom, you need Key from the cashier. And it located outside. Food comes out within 10min, they clean up very fast too. Food are great. Thanks

This place is SO BUSY for a reason!!!! We got fish tacos and a snapper plate. Ohhhh my god. The fish was absolute perfection. The mashed potatoes and Cajun rice were seasoned well. We could have had the sides alone and been satisfied. I love that they have a huge jug of tartar sauce that is self serve. Get more tartar sauce than you think you need- it's just too good. We wish we came again on our time on island. This food is worth the wait.

We have been coming here for nearly a decade. And honestly I'm sad to write this. But we had the worst experience. The lady taking orders, I'm not sure if I might have murdered her family in a parallel universe but she CLEARLY did not like me or my husband. And spoke to us like we were stupid, all because we asked the size of the clam chowder. .... It comes in a medium sized bowl and was one of the worst things I've put in my mouth in a long time. And I've had food poisoning twice in the last 12 months. The clams had the texture similar to what Mike Tyson must have experienced when he chomped down on Holyfields ear. And the liquid was so watery... it might have actually been more watery than water. My taco outer shell was IMPOSSIBLE to bite through. Probably on the hot plate too long. But my husbands fish plate was incredible. The Paia we know and love! We will return again soon and hopefully I can change my review.