Italian Restaurants in Hawaii

When Guy Fieri brought his red Camaro to the Hawaiian Islands, he discovered that the Aloha State serves up more than just poke bowls and plate lunches. Between 2016 and 2021, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives featured three Italian gems scattered across Maui and the Big Island, and all three are still serving up flavor to this day. These Hawaiian-Italian fusion spots have earned an impressive average rating of 4.4 stars from devoted fans.

Leading the pack is Da Kitchen in Kahului with a stellar 4.5-star rating, where island vibes meet Italian comfort food. Over in the upscale resort town of Wailea, Matteo’s Osteria brings authentic Italian craftsmanship to Maui’s sunny shores. And on the Big Island, Umekes Fishmarket Bar & Grill in Kailua-Kona proves that fresh Hawaiian seafood and Italian techniques are a match made in culinary paradise. From Maui to the Big Island, these Triple D-approved spots prove that Italian cuisine thrives wherever passionate chefs decide to set up shop—even in the middle of the Pacific.