5 Quick, Healthy Lunch Spots in West Maui
West Maui is known for its beaches and sunsets, but sometimes what you need in the middle of your day is a fresh, nourishing meal that makes you feel good and tastes amazing. Whether you’re post-surf, on a shopping break, or just hungry after a long beach walk, these five spots will keep you fueled without weighing you down.
1. Miss Arepa
Miss Arepa is a hidden gem serving up authentic arepas — naturally gluten-free corn pockets stuffed with all kinds of goodness. Go for the Reina Pepiada (shredded chicken + avocado) or keep it veggie-forward with beans, plantains, and avocado. Their bowls slap too. It’s hearty, healthy comfort food that still feels light enough for an afternoon swim.
Located up in Napili Plaza, A’a Roots is a plant-based café that’s basically a rainbow on a plate. Their smoothie bowls are stacked high with fresh fruit and superfoods, and their savory plates are legendary — think brown rice, fresh veggies, kale salad, and house-made sauces and dressing that ties it all together. It’s wholesome, colorful, and full of Maui-grown love.
Choice has been a West Maui staple for years — and for good reason. Their menu is packed with nutrient-dense smoothies, cold-pressed juices, and bowls that make you feel instantly virtuous. Try the Chronic Smoothie (greens, fruit, spirulina, and hemp) or the Burrito Bowl (pictured), which is packed with so much flavor. Their order-at-the-window location at Whaler’s Village is perfect for a quick grab and go straight to the beach.
Yes, you can go fried here (and it’s delicious), but if you’re in the mood for something healthier, order one of their daily fresh catches grilled. Pair it with rice and salad, and you’ve got a meal that’s light, satisfying, and straight from Maui’s waters. It’s quick, casual, and perfect for grabbing before a beach picnic.
5. Baya Bowls
If you’re a smoothie bowl fan, this is the place. Baya Bowls serves up icy, colorful blends topped with granola, fruit, coconut, and other superfood add-ons. Their açai bowls are classics, but don’t sleep on their pitaya (dragonfruit) or green bowls either. It’s refreshing, energizing, and just what you want after a hot Lahaina day.
✨ Final Bite
West Maui isn’t short on indulgent eats, but when you want something that makes you feel good from the inside out, these spots deliver. From plant-based plates to fresh-caught fish to smoothie bowls that double as art, these healthy lunch stops will keep you fueled for whatever island adventures come next.
