The 3 Best Burgers Around the Maui Area

Burgers hold a steady place in Maui’s dining scene, offering comfort, nostalgia and the kind of handheld meal that fits naturally into island life. In the Best of Maui readers’ choice contest, locals voted for the spots serving patties that stand out—whether stacked tall, cooked simply or paired with inventive toppings. These restaurants bring their own styles to a familiar favorite.

Cool Cat Cafe Kihei features a menu built around burgers made with fresh ingredients and house-made sauces. Guests can choose from signature creations with different toppings, cheeses and flavor profiles, along with sandwiches, appetizers and shakes. The restaurant emphasizes a fun, retro-inspired environment that complements its focus on classic American-style fare. Its burgers remain the core of its appeal, drawing both regulars and visitors.

Havens is locally famous for its original Maui smash burgers, Havens uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients and cooks each patty to seared-crisp perfection — delivering juicy flavor and that irresistible crisp edge every time. 

Teddy’s Bigger Burgers highlights cooked-to-order burgers built from high-quality beef and served with a choice of toppings, sauces and sides. The restaurant brings a 1950s-influenced aesthetic to its menu, offering shakes, fries and chicken options alongside its signature burgers. Its focus on customization and a fun, throwback atmosphere helps define the dining experience.

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