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Makawao Public House, Makawao, HI

Makawao Public House

4.5
4.5
264 Reviews
$31 to $50
Gastro Pub

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 20 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Newly opened in the heart of Upcountry in Makawao Town. Join us for fresh, locally inspired fusion cuisine, craft cocktails, draft beer and wine.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (808) 298-0590
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 264 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Maui

    Neighborhood gem

  • Maui

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Makawao Public House shines with its "fantastic" food, energetic atmosphere, and "wonderful" service. Frequent visitors highlight the diverse menu featuring local ingredients, including the "best smash burger on Maui" and delicious bao buns. While some experienced noise and occasional service hiccups, the overall dining experience remains a "highly recommended" delight.

264 Reviews
  1. Davide

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bellissimo e buonissimo!! Grande ristorante, Vai cazzo!

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  2. harry

    Hawaii

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was very good, a bit pricey. Noise level was very bad, bar in the dining room, disco club type of music. Made reservation on this site, and was asked if it was a special occasion, which it was. My wife's 70th BD but no mention of it by anyone. Service was standard but very generic, no interaction at all. One and done for us at the Makawao public house.

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  3. Desiree

    Minneapolis

    59 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved this place. The drive from Kalului at 7pm was dark and a little scary, but well worth it. The restaurant seemed like a place for all and where all were welcome. There was a family of about 14 celebrating a 16th bday, a group of men in the corner toasting and eating steak, various culled and numerous people at the bar. We immediately felt welcome by the hostess and our waiter, Davide. We started with the banana old fashions, recommended by Davide. They were smooth with a hint of banana. Delicious! We also shared their dynamite shrimp and a smash burger with the best truffle fries which was equally as good. A local woman at the resort we stayed at had suggested Public House for the best burger on the island. Im not sure if it was the best, but it was definitely wonderful and one that I’d return for. The best time in Maui, we may not make the drive to Hana, but definitely to Makawao Public House.

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  4. Anuhea

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a fantastic dinner last night with my husband and toddler at a cozy upcountry Maui spot. The vibe was intimate yet casual, perfect for our family. The drinks were amazing, the steak was cooked to perfection, and our server, Ben, was attentive and kind. Can’t wait to return!

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  5. Stefanie

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. Great little local place to get good food upcountry

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  6. Margaret

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    the food was great,our waitress was very kind and knowledgeable about the food offered. We had a very pleasant evening overall,it was a bit noisy in the restaurant though. We’ll go again and recommend to others.

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  7. Doug

    Austin

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful find. Excellent service and dinner. Look forward to returning.

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  8. Karen

    Hawaii

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lighting is too bright. It would be great if they could dim the recessed lights.

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  9. Vetea

    Los Angeles

    52 reviews

    5.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious! Our server with an Italian accent was great! The hostess was very nice too! Love this place a little more each time we go back…

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  10. Jules

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mahalo for celebrating my 40th birthday with me! We had a great time, service was spectacular and food was fabulous as always.

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Makawao Public House is rated 4.5 stars by 264 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 20 times today
Google Map for Makawao Public House

3612 Baldwin Ave, Makawao, HI 96768

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Makawao
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, Hawaii Regional Cuisine, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
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