Was Mama’s Fish House able to make a believer out of a skeptic who long viewed it as more hype than substance?
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Was Mama’s Fish House able to make a believer out of a skeptic who long viewed it as more hype than substance?
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Have you ever been here in July and August? It is unbearably uncomfortable.
The setting for Mama’s is beautiful, the food good but very expensive, the service was good. What was special was the spacing of the tables. We were not on top of our neighbors, it felt roomy and the waiting area was outside of the dining room so the noise level was lower and we didn’t feel rushed.
We’ve been there, probably not returning. We enjoy being with the locals, mom and pop restaurants and food trucks
My family hits Mama’s every time we go to Maui (I think we will be on visit 8 next year). Is it pricey? Yes. Do I see the value in the price? Absolutely.
Yes, the setting is part of it, but I don’t feel it’s coasting on the location at all. You could put that place in town and the servers and food alone would still earn my dollar.
The staff…primo. Last year my MIL was debating between a salmon dish and a local fish. The server with the perfect tone said something to the effect of “you can get salmon back home, you can’t get fresh caught (don’t recall the species) there. You can get the salmon and I’ll support you, even if you’re wrong”
It was hilarious and absolutely true, and her suggestion was spot on, my MIL still raves about that dish. Impeccable service, amazing food, a beatiful setting… I can’t think of a thing we’d change thisthis trading the last 15 years of coming to Mama’s.
If someone from Mamas is reading this, don’t change a thing!
Whenever traveling to Maui from Georgia, which isn’t as often as I’d like, Mama’s is a must. I love everything about this restaurant. Their fish curry is probably the best dish I have all year.
I come from a long term Restaurant Manager career with experience in casual, upscale and fine dining. Mama”s is one of the very best and you hit on some points that my family has experienced as well. I love putting my trust in the staff to help lead an experience and Mama’s excels at this!
Would love to have seen pictures of all the food and dessert.
Mama’s to me is magical. I love the entrance and the feel of a timeless Hawaiian decor. The food is unique and always prepared perfect. The wait staff is non intrusive and is helpful with recommendations. I can’t wait to return in February for our 50th wedding anniversary.
Sorry, but this article sounds like a promotion for Mama’s Fish House. I live in Maui, so I’ll say this upfront: it is not worth the cost. Period.
Yes, the setting is nice, but they nickel-and-dime you for everything—even the bread. You can get equal or better fish elsewhere on the island for much less the price. Let’s be serious about it.
If you put that restaurant in the middle of the island, the prices would drop dramatically. It’s like Disney World—overcharging tourists who expect it and don’t know better.
If you want to spend that kind of money, try Merriman’s in Kapalua instead.The food is great, and the oceanfront view is amazing, and a great menu. Both places are overpriced, especially for families, But for a special night out I would choose Merriman’s in a second.
Just.a local Maui resident opinion🤙
We’ve been to Merriman’s in Kapalua.
Mama’s Fish House beats it hands down, at least in our opinion. You have to judge by yourselves.
(BTW, looking forward to Merriman’s new restaurant on the old Seven Palms site at the Mana Kai resort in South Kihei, if it ever becomes reality ….)
Aloha Franklin. Lucky you, livin on lovely Maui. May I say, with all respect, that I disagree 💯, but that I am truly happy that not everyone adores Mama’s like I do, which increases my odds of getting a Rez! 😄. Did Merriman’s once on an anniversary because a friend on island also prefers it to Mama’s. For me, it was like walking into a pretentious place that might be in West Palm Beach. Service was fine, nothing exceptional. But the real kicker for me was that my fish entree came to table grossly over cooked! In Hawai’i, where fish is so fresh and gorgeous, this bordered on unforgivable sin IMO. Especially in such a high end restaurant. I nicely sent it back. I know Merriman’s must offer a great experience for many. I’m
Simply not one of those folks. 🤗
I’m from Hilo and I agree Mama’s Fish House is over priced and not worth the money. Stay away go local.