First time at Castaway Cafe. The service was friendly but not the most attentive--our waitress forgot a coffee we ordered and never came back to refill our water. Now let's get to the food. The loco moco was a hit, and the braised short rib Benedict was solid. The waitress mentioned the avocado toast was filling, but for $18, it was underwhelming--just one piece of toast with an overcooked egg. If you're looking for a decent breakfast, this is a good spot, especially if you get lucky with one of the few tables that have beach views. Tasty: 7/10 Service: 5/10 Will I come back: No Picture: Breakfast menu, breakfast drink menu, Loco Moco, Avocado Toast, and Short Rib Benedict read more

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We had lunch here June 2026. We both had burgers. My burger was burnt. The fries tasted like they were fried with old grease. Servers were not too friendly. read more

Such a cute little cafe overlooking the ocean. We saw lots of whales just from our table. The service was great and the food was delicious. We went for lunch and all really enjoyed our food. What we got: Loco Moco- 10/10 Short Rib Loco Moco- 10/10 Castaway Fish Tacos- 10/10 Cajun Chicken Sandwich- 9/10 Kaanapali Cheeseburger- 8/10 read more

Yesss please! So yummy! I loved eating here! Stayed at another hotel so parking is a little troublesome to deal with but otherwise this place is great! I'm so here for this! read more

Castaway Cafe - Castaway Eggs Benedict - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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One of our favorite places we visit every year. Beautiful sunsets and wonderful food. read more

Castaway Cafe - Beautiful setting - always our go to every year - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Great atmosphere, beautiful location for the early evening. Of all things, the chicken wings were amazing. My husband got the Cobb salad with Mahi Mahi which was great. Only disappointment was the pot stickers, rubbery and from the freezer. Service was attentive and friendly. Decent drinks. read more

Castaway Cafe - The view - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This is a wonderful place to dine on the beach walk. It also happens to be at the villas we are staying at. We have visited this cafe 3 times already with 2 during breakfast and once for dinner. They certainly have the breakfast down but we have mixed reactions on the dinner. The seating has always been immediately and the servers were very good at taking the order in a timely manner. The breakfast menu is good. I had a bad experience with the fish and chips for dinner. Sent it back twice and called it quits. They did offer a third choice but I was done at that point. Chef was very accommodating and they just refunded my meal. I would certainly continue to give them my business just because of the outstanding customer service. read more

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First, you need to go into the lobby of the Maui Kaanapali Villas to get a parking pass. Then you walk towards the ocean, around a pool and find this place. It is cute, on the beach, the staff was great as was the food. We went on Taco Tuesday and loved the tacos. It was the perfect way to wrap up our trip to Maui. read more

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Get the short rib loco moco. It's soooooo good! Service is great. Came twice during our trip. Hubby enjoyed his omelet. First time there was a line but next time we got lucky. Their iced tea is delicious too read more

Fish tacos- 3 tacos made With mahi-Marian's corn tortillas. We sat out by the beach. Perfect ambiance for a lovely lunch and cocktails. read more

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Castaway Cafe absolutely crushed it. I ordered the short rib loco moco and I'm not exaggerating when I say it was incredible. The short rib was tender, packed with flavor, and cooked perfectly -- the kind that falls apart in the best way. The gravy was rich and savory, the rice was on point, and the egg tied everything together like a masterpiece. Portion size was solid, food came out hot and fresh, and the whole meal just hit exactly right. If you're thinking about trying it, get the short rib loco moco. No regrets. Definitely coming back. read more

I really wanted to love Castaway Cafe. The ambiance and location are absolutely its strongest assets it's a great place to sit, relax, and enjoy the setting. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the price point. The nachos were the biggest letdown. The cheese was clearly canned or jarred, the jalapeños tasted straight from a jar, and the pork was dry. For $22, we expected something fresh and thoughtfully prepared not something that felt thrown together. To make matters worse, it left us feeling sick afterward. The fish and chips were under-seasoned and appeared to be fried in old oil. They came out so dark brown they looked like tree limbs. Crisp is one thing this was something else entirely. Not burnt, but dirty tasting oil. The ceviche was the only dish that came close to being enjoyable. It had decent flavor, but even that was paired with "house-made" chips that were clearly not house-made. The one true highlight of the experience was our server. She was an absolute gem warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. I believe she mentioned she was from Argentina, and she was the best part of the night. I wish I remembered her name so I could give her the credit she deserves. Overall, the view and atmosphere can't carry the food quality or justify the prices. There are better places to spend your money. read more

As with many other restaurants in Maui, this one is also located in a resort. Parking was limited, but it wasn't too difficult to snag a spot. The view was beautiful outside, but we did have to request a table change because the flies were bothering us outside. The table was also slightly wobbly. However, since we requested the move after we placed our order, there were limited selections to where we could move to inside. Food portion was HUGE. An entree was definitely shareable between two. Even an order for half a pancake order was huge. The Kalua Pork Huevos Rancheros was not bad. The beans were actually pretty addicting. read more

Castaway Cafe - Kalua Pork Huevos Rancheros - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We went for lunch at castaway - we got kalua pork plate (rate it a 6/10, kind of greasy but it was fine nothing to cry home about), the fish tacos were really good like 8/10, and the poke same thing it was fine! The truffle fries were bomb tho like 8/10!! Service was fine! Ambiance was fine too! read more

Castaway Cafe - Kalua Pork and Truffle Fries - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Yep still a gem of a place in 2025! Ordered the Mahi Mahi cobb salad and I ordered it special...it must be my birthday week:) The best! read more

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I visited a few times last month--just a short, scenic beach walk from the Westin. This charming waterfront spot is beautifully decorated, with friendly staff and clean, delicious food. I loved the strawberry chicken salad! I really miss the laid-back vibe and being able to walk here. Can't wait to come back. Thank you! read more

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Loved this venue in Maui so much that we came here for breakfast twice!! Had the spam eggs been (you can request them) and my husband had the short rib Benedict's -delicious!! Amazing view of the ocean, great service and drinks as well!! Perfect morning!! read more

Castaway Cafe - Spam Benedict - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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We came here last August and decided to come back again because we enjoyed it. I had the Kalua pork huevos rancheros and it was delicious. It has some spice to it which I love but if you don't like spicy I'd ask for no salsa. The service was good! Perfect place for breakfast by the beach. read more

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Big MAHALO to Rico R for his fantastic customer service and patience with our group of 4 that turned into 7, then into 5 friends catching up with each other at this cosy restaurant with ocean views. Rico showed us to a large round table which made conversation easier and he looked after us 100%, all with a cocktail umbrella tucked piratically behind one ear :) Great vibes. The restaurant started filling up after we arrived and we waved at a lot of neighbours, so it is a locals hangout as well as tourists. Prices and food are good and they make a mean mocktail, although one of our group loved their strong boozy Mai Tai. What did we order you ask? Mahi Mahi salad - big serving, 3 pieces of beautifully succulent perfectly cooked fish, boiled egg, baby tomatoes, blue cheese and greens. I ate half there and the other half for lunch the next day, and Rico kindly gave me a small container of blue cheese dressing to go Fish tacos - regular fish tacos with fixings but well cooked fish Burger - 2 of our group shared one and they both ate it quickly so obviously delish ;) Cheese curds - deep fried and hot accompanied by a tomato marinara sauce, eat them straight away, piping hot, and enjoy! We had drinks before we ate and were there for a few hours and Rico didn't try to hurry us up, shared a few laughs with us, and made it a really enjoyable visit for everyone. Quite a few of our group are regulars, so we will be back..... read more

Super cool, laid back vibe. It is in North Kaanapali, so not the same ratrace you face at the resorts, or Whaler's Village, south of blackrock. Very friendly staff. Live music some nights. Super chill, the way I personally love it. Once you walk in, your a friend. This is my second review. I left on last year at my first visit there. This year I had to go here a couple times. read more

Mahalo for the Aloha, Jamie! I had such a wonderful experience at Castaway Cafe. My server, Jamie, was incredibly friendly, kind, and helpful in suggesting vegan options from the menu. I was really craving a vegan burger, which wasn't listed, but Jamie creatively suggested substituting avocado -- and it ended up being the perfect lunch. She truly embodies the aloha spirit, and I just want to say mahalo from one kamaʻāina to another. The oceanfront seating was serene, peaceful, and absolutely beautiful. I'll definitely be back! read more

Castaway Cafe - Burger - Vegan Style - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Stopped here one late morning for brunch. The food was incredible, service was amazing and you couldn't beat the view. My wife had the Macadamia pancakes and I ordered the Kalua Pork Huevos Rancheros and we both had coffee. Honestly, probably the best breakfast we had while staying on Maui. If you're looking for breakfast, lunch, or something in between (brunch) you cannot go wrong coming here. However, if you come early morning expect a line. This place is very popular with the locals. read more

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Hidden gem in Kaanapali! The food: Delicious! Highly recommend the Castaway Eggs Benedict and the Big Island Omelette. The view is five star worthy and the staff was friendly and attentive. Note: be aware they add a 4 percent surcharge to your bill prior to the tip! read more

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We had such a great experience that my granddaughter insisted on coming back a second time for breakfast. She love the Kaanapali Omelette. Eric was our server on our second visit and he was great! He kept checking on us to make sure that we enjoyed our food and had a good experience. He was actually the bartender, but was great as our waiter too! read more

Such a cozy and welcoming brunch spot -- it really felt like home! The staff was so friendly and made us feel right at ease. Portions were big, prices were fair, and everything tasted delicious. Definitely one of those places you leave smiling and full! View was also a plus! read more

Wow the food is amazing. The short ribs melt in your mouth. The service was great. The ambiance was wonderful. Ocean views from every table.

The adventure to find this place was very memorable with Siri taking us to two different resort areas while we searched. To get to it go to the villas and go back the corner and take the beach walk route. Once we arrived they had small business vibes which we loved, and great views. We were one of the first groups arriving for dinner so not too crowded, and never over crowded. The food was good, nothing exceptionally over, but tasty. The cocktails were kind of ok as well, drank more of my water than the drink. The server Steve was nice but almost too high paced for a laid back not busy place. The bus host was fantastic! Our food and drinks were delivered by him, very quickly and he was very friendly. The view was fantastic. I would go back and try their breakfast, but for dinner with so many other places to try I probably would choose elsewhere read more

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They were very very stingy with the coconut syrup/toppings on the pancakes. Our mistake was that we got breakfast at the Gazebo earlier on our trip, so this food was more of a disappointment. Huevos rancheros was good though. Beautiful view for breakfast looking out at the ocean. Menu was definitely one of the more pricey breakfast options we've encountered. Service was alright, seemed like they wanted us out the door quickly but the food was super fast so that was nice. read more

Castaway Cafe - View - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

The Mai Tai and the outdoor tables facing the beach at sunset would be a 5++++++ stars out of 5. My husband and his friend had the burger and fries and loved them. My friend and I both had the fish and chips - BAD! I never get heart burn but something in it did it to me and my friend. Servers were nice enough but not very attentive. We had their pie and it was NOTHING SPECIAL - just mainly hard chocolate ice cream with a little cookie bottom I encourage you to go for the MaiTai and maybe the burgers but stay away from their fried fish and desserts read more

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We came here on our first night in Maui looking for a casual dinner, and this fit the bill perfectly! We're not staying on property but there were some parking spaces dedicated to Castaway Cafe. Once we parked, we weren't sure which way to go, so we took a side adventure the beach and found our way to the back of the restaurant. We were seated promptly in the best seat of the house! We were lucky enough to get an outdoor patio spot at the very end (quiet from the bustle of the restaurant) just in time to watch the sunset. It was quite bright so I was happy for my hat and sunglasses. We ordered drinks right away - a maintained for my husband and a virgin lava flow for me. Delicious! The service was so friendly and helpful. After much back & forth, we ended up ordering the short ribs and the macadamia crusted mahi mahi. Both were delicious but we agreed the short ribs were the winner. It had a delicious sauce and they were cooked to perfection - so tender & soft. And the potatoes really added to the dish. The mahi mahi itself was really yummy. It came with rice and sautéed veggies. The sauce was really yummy but maybe a little heavy on the capers. We also enjoyed the house salad and Caesar salad before the main dish. Definitely recommend! read more

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Enjoy the breakfast at Beautiful patio with ocean view. Big island omelette and pulled pork Benedict reasonably good (dishes were little cold) Nice to have a quick bit before heading to the beach to start the day in Maui. Super friendly service. read more

Castaway Cafe - Big Island omelette - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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The food was amazing and the sweet and sour sauce was the best I've ever had. I was literally using it on everything. If they shipped, I'd order back home. The waiter was great. My big ding was the person who answered the phone. Parking can be confusing. It turns out the person answering the phone told us to park somewhere we were absolutely not supposed to park. Luckily the security for that area understood we were following instructions and said it was fine, this time. What you're supposed to do is go to the lobby of I believe the Marriott and ask for a guest pass to eat. Map apps may incorrectly direct you to the wrong area. Be warned. read more

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During our week stay in Whaler's Village, we had three separate lunches at Castaway Cafe. It was about a ten to fifteen minute drive from our condo. The restaurant is located in a lovely cottage along a beach side hotel property. The lanai windows open up to palm trees and ocean breezes. Our servers were amongst the most friendly we experienced - a special shout out to Nicole! My husband and I are both lacto OVO pescatarians, therefore, our choices are sometimes limited when traveling. We were thrilled to find a menu that included many options for us. The calamari and vegetable spring rolls were our absolute favorites, so much so, that we ordered additionals to take back to the Airbnb for which we savored on our last night. Castaway Cafe is a gem. read more

What a gem, truly, very pleasant staff and the food is fantastic, you get what you paid for which is an honest and not-shy helping of whatever dish you order. We had mahi mahi fish n chips and a mahi mahi salad, filled us up and it was Fresh and delicious. Scenery is breathtaking. read more

Castaway Cafe - Mahi mahi fish n chips - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Ran into this Cafe on our walk from Westin Nanea to black rock. Food was good. Ambiance was ok. Nothing spectacular. If you need a quick meal it works. Service was alright. read more

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Fantastic service, beautiful view, INCREDIBLE food! A little bit pricey for dinner but worth it! read more

Castaway Cafe - Fresh Catch of the Day - Walu fish with Side Caesar salad. - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

We chose Castaway Café over our resort for three meals during the week we were there and even bought a T-shirt . The service was fantastic, food was delicious. Highly recommend. read more

Castaway Cafe - Castaway Eggs Benedict - American Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Castaway Café offers pleasant views. We had an average breakfast experience, which may have been due to the unavailability of the crabcake eggs Benedict I desired, as their griddle was malfunctioning and they were facing an egg shortage that morning. Only omelettes or scrambled egg dishes were available. The sole vegetarian omelette option was the Big Island Omelette, which comes with potatoes. The omelette was satisfactory, although the onion pieces were cut too large and undercooked. Given the price point, the quality could have been improved, but the views somewhat compensate for this. read more

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My husband and I, along with another couple found the Castaway Cafe on a short walk from our resort. We went for breakfast and it was wonderful! I had the Big Island omelet and my husband had the Paradise pancakes. We all loved our food. We returned for dinner the next evening. I ordered the vegetarian stir fry. Could have easily added chicken, but it didn't need it. It was very good! So much so, that I am looking for a copycat recipe. :) My Husband had the Castaway burger and he said it was great also! The setting is beautiful and we could watch the whales from our table! The wait staff was also great! Can't say enough about this place! read more

Not a great start. My one year old spilled the child water cup on the table and me. Two lady servers laughed and walked alway "another one today" " I can't believe it". I did not get immediate towels or replacement water. 3 minutes later the hostess walked past us with towels and brought them somewhere else. 2 minutes later our server drops a towel in front of me walking away "I'll come back to help" I clean it up. 3 more the server comes and we put in our order and ask for replacement water. "Where not gunna spill this one now are we?" Food was 3.5/5 Finding the parking lot was hard with Apple Maps Not worth it read more