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Vote Coco Deck for the ‘Aipono Awards 2026
Coco Deck is up for the Maui No Ka ‘Oi ‘Aipono Awards 2026 in six categories, including Best Burger, Best Happy Hour, and Best Handcrafted Cocktails. Voting is open now through February 28.
Coco Deck Shines in the Best of Maui 2025🌺
Coco Deck Kitchen + Bar was recognized across multiple reader-voted Best of Maui 2025 categories, including Best Chef, Best Pau Hana Bar, and Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant. We’re grateful for the continued support from our Lahaina community and Maui visitors who make Coco Deck a local favorite.
Coco Deck Named a USA TODAY 10Best Top 10 Best New Restaurant in the US
Coco Deck Kitchen + Bar Lahaina has been named a USA TODAY 10Best Top 10 Best New Restaurant in the United States. See the full list of winners and celebrate this national honor with our Lahaina community
Lahaina’s Comeback Story: Rebuilding Maui Through Hospitality
After the devastating 2023 Maui wildfires, Lahaina’s restaurants have become anchors of recovery. Inspired by a recent Matador Network article, this blog shares how Coco Deck and Hana Hou Hospitality are helping rebuild community, restore jobs, and welcome visitors back with aloha.
Coco Deck Recognized in Coast to Coast’s Fine Dining Guide
Coco Deck in Lahaina earns praise in the Nov 2025 Coast to Coast Newspaper fine-dining guide for its fresh seafood, tropical cocktails and lively oceanfront atmosphere. Discover why locals and visitors alike call it a must-visit for casual yet quality dining.
Volunteer for Maui with Pacific Whale Foundation
Join Coco Deck Lahaina in supporting Pacific Whale Foundation’s Mālama Pono Program and help protect Maui’s native ecosystems and island community.
Vote Coco Deck for Best of Maui 2025 🌺
Vote daily for Coco Deck Lahaina in Best of Maui 2025! Help us shine as one of Maui’s top restaurants. Voting ends October 19.
Coco Deck Lahaina Joins the Celebration of A Sense of Home’s 10th Anniversary Gala
Māla Ocean Tavern and Coco Deck Lahaina are proud to support A Sense of Home’s 10th Anniversary Gala in Los Angeles. The event celebrates 1,500 homes created for former foster youth and disaster survivors, as well as educational scholarships that open doors to brighter futures.
🎃 Keiki Halloween Costume Contest at Coco Deck Lahaina
Looking for family-friendly Halloween events in Lahaina? Don’t miss Coco Deck’s Super Hero–themed Keiki Costume Contest on Friday, October 31, 2025. Open to kids 12 and under, this fun-filled Halloween event includes prizes like a Coco Deck gift card and a family pack of movie tickets. Judged by Spiderman, it’s the perfect way to kick off Halloween on Maui’s Front Street!
Locals Appreciation Month: KamaʻAina Dining Specials in Lahaina
Hana Hou Hospitality is proud to celebrate Locals Appreciation Month this September! We’re giving back to the Maui community with 30% off kamaʻāina dining daily until 2 PM.
Celebrating One Year of Coco Deck Lahaina – Anniversary Weekend Sept. 5–7
Coco Deck Lahaina is turning one! Join us September 5–7 for a three-day Anniversary Weekend packed with live music, delicious food, and family fun — including our special Keiki Cooking Class. Come raise a glass (or a coconut) with us and celebrate one year of ocean views, ono eats, and good vibes.
Coco Deck Named #6 Best Restaurant in Hawaii by USA TODAY 10Best!
Coco Deck Lahaina has been voted the #6 Best Restaurant in Hawaii in the 10Best USA TODAY Readers’ Choice Awards! To earn this recognition in just our first year is such an incredible honor. At Coco Deck, our mission has always been simple: create a spot where both locals and visitors can relax, connect, and enjoy bold island flavors paired with cold drinks, live entertainment, and plenty of aloha. This award is a true mahalo to our hardworking team and the amazing Maui community that continues to support us every day.
Coco Deck Nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards!
Coco Deck Lahaina is honored to be nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Awards! Vote daily through July 14 to support our Maui restaurant and cocktail bar.
Coco Deck Lahaina Wins Bronze for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 HaleʻAina Awards
Coco Deck Kitchen + Bar in Lahaina wins Bronze for Best New Restaurant in the 2025 Hale ʻAina Awards, Hawai‘i’s most prestigious dining honors presented by Honolulu Magazine. Discover how this local favorite earned island-wide recognition in its first year.
Feel the Heat: Lahaina Boy Hot Sauce Launch Party at Coco Deck!
Join us at Coco Deck Lahaina on June 27 for the Lahaina Boy Hot Sauce Launch Party featuring Chef Alvin Savella, AKA The Kitchen Assassin, hot sauce tastings, giveaways, a chile eating contest, and mechanical bull rides. Celebrate local flavor with this can't-miss Friday night event in Lahaina!
Coco Deck Honored in 2025 ʻAipono Awards: Best New Restaurant & More
We’re honored to be recognized in the 2025 ʻAipono Awards with a Silver for Best New Restaurant and honorable mentions for Best Poke and Happy Hour! This is a celebration of our team, our flavors, and our community. Mahalo for all the love, Lahaina—we’re just getting started. Come see what makes Coco Deck a local favorite!
The Kitchen Assassin Takes the Stage at Sugarshack Uncharted: Hawai‘i
Chef Alvin Savella of Coco Deck Lahaina brings his bold island flavors to Sugarshack Uncharted Hawai‘i on June 18, 2025. Don’t miss this exclusive culinary and acoustic event at Paepae o He‘eia, featuring local ingredients, live music, and Chef Alvin’s signature style.
Coco Deck Featured in Hawai‘i Magazine: A Heartfelt Mahalo to Our Community
Coco Deck, a standout restaurant on Lahaina’s iconic Front Street, was recently featured in Hawai‘i Magazine for its bold menu, local flavor, and vibrant atmosphere. Born from resilience after the 2023 wildfires, Coco Deck invites locals and visitors to enjoy creative dishes, cold drinks, and aloha vibes in the heart of Maui.
Coco Deck Featured in the Maui Guide
Coco Deck is honored to be featured in the Maui Guide, which praises our fresh, locally inspired cuisine, warm aloha spirit, and breathtaking oceanfront views. This recognition highlights our dedication to creating unforgettable dining experiences for both locals and visitors alike. Read the full review here and come experience Coco Deck for yourself!
Coco Deck Lahaina Featured on Aloha State Daily!
We’re excited to share that Coco Deck Lahaina has been featured in Aloha State Daily! 🎉 In this in-depth interview, Chef Alvin talks about the inspiration behind Coco Deck and how it has become a community-centric gathering place for Maui’s West Side.