Coco Deck Honored in 2025 ʻAipono Awards: Best New Restaurant & More
We’re still buzzing with excitement and gratitude after receiving some incredible recognition at this year’s Maui Nō Ka ʻOi Magazine ʻAipono Awards! These annual awards are one of Maui’s most respected honors in the culinary scene, and we’re thrilled to announce that Coco Deck Kitchen + Bar has been named Silver Winner for Best New Restaurant in 2025!
It’s an amazing feeling to be recognized alongside so many outstanding restaurants across Maui. We opened Coco Deck in September 2024 with the dream of creating a welcoming, laid-back space for locals and visitors to relax, connect, and enjoy bold island-inspired flavors right in the heart of Lahaina. To now be honored in the ʻAipono Awards less than a year later? We’re blown away.
But that’s not all! We also received Honorable Mentions for Best Restaurant Poke and Best Happy Hour! Whether it’s our crispy poke doughnuts, ice-cold cocktails, or sunset sips on our breezy oceanview deck, we’re so happy that these moments of joy resonated with our community.
A Celebration of Teamwork and Community
These awards are a reflection of the heart and soul behind Coco Deck: our passionate team, our talented chefs (led by the one and only Chef Alvin Savella), and the loyal customers who’ve supported us every step of the way. From the kitchen crew to the bar team, every dish and drink is crafted with care, and every aloha-filled service moment is powered by people who truly love what they do.
To everyone who voted for us: mahalo nui loa. Your support means the world to us.
Just Getting Started in Lahaina
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again: we’re just getting started. The Coco Deck journey is still unfolding, and we’re more motivated than ever to keep serving up big flavors, good vibes, and unforgettable experiences.
If you haven’t visited us yet, come see what the buzz is about! Whether you’re joining us for our award-winning poke, catching golden hour during our happy hour, or just looking for a place to chill with friends and family, Coco Deck is here to welcome you.
Here’s to delicious food, cold drinks, and even better company. Cheers, Lahaina!