
Serpico's Restaurant
Pukalani, Makawao
Restaurant in Makawao, United States
The Read
Dress
Casual
Why go
Serpico's Restaurant is a practical Makawao choice when the goal is an easy, casual meal rather than a destination dinner. Book it for convenience and low ceremony; cross-shop Marlow, Casanova Italian Restaurant, Pizza Fresh, or Polli's Cantina if cuisine focus or occasion energy matters more.
About Serpico's Restaurant
In Makawao, Serpico's Restaurant is a practical casual option with daily hours from 11 AM to 10 PM. It is best framed as an easygoing choice rather than a destination built around prestige signals.
A low-pressure Makawao pick when ease matters more than ceremony
The case for choosing Serpico's Restaurant is practical: it is in Makawao, it is listed as casual, and it keeps the same 11 AM–10 PM hours every day of the week. If dishes, pricing, reservations, seating, takeout, delivery, bar service, or dietary accommodations matter to your plans, check current details with the restaurant before going.
That makes it a reasonable candidate when the priority is a straightforward restaurant choice in town. If the plan is centered on comparing other named options, consider Casanova Italian Restaurant or Marlow. Pizza Fresh and Polli's Cantina can also be considered as other dining options.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Serpico's Restaurant when casual dress, a Makawao location, and daily 11 AM–10 PM hours fit the plan. Cross-shop if you need a clearly defined cuisine, a specific menu, a specific price point, a known reservation setup, or a special-occasion experience. For broader context before committing, use Our full Makawao restaurants guide; travelers building a wider Makawao plan can also check other local planning resources.
Planning details
- Location
- 7 Aewa Pl, Makawao, HI 96768
- Website
- serpicosmaui.com
- Phone
- +18085728498
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Serpico's sits a few blocks off Baldwin Avenue on Aewa Place, the kind of residential spur that shifts a restaurant into a quieter, more intentional register. The piece situates the restaurant in Makawao's upcountry rhythm—ranchers, artists and longstanding families—so the mood reads as local and low-key rather than resort-driven. That off-the-main-corridor address reads like a signal: guests arrive because they plan to, not by accident. The result is an intimate, quietly charming spot that feels like a discovery for visitors and a neighborhood anchor for locals.
Best For
This is a spot that suits local life: family dinners and relaxed gatherings feel at home here, and the everyday tone of the town’s dining scene suggests casual visits rather than formal occasions. Because it sits away from the tourist strips and serves a clientele made up of longtime residents and remote workers, Serpico's works well for intentional meals—people who come because they want the experience, not for an ocean view. It’s a practical choice for families, neighbors and low-key get-togethers.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and comfortable with mismatched chairs and tables, featuring an open pizza-making area where guests watch dough being tossed.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Intimate
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 7 Aewa Pl, Makawao, HI 96768
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
If Serpico's Restaurant is not the right match, start with Marlow for a more deliberate restaurant choice in Makawao or Casanova Italian Restaurant for a meal with more special-occasion pull.
For easier casual plans, compare Pizza Fresh and Polli's Cantina before deciding.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Makawao
Serpico's Restaurant is the low-pressure choice in this Makawao set: useful when ease matters more than a tightly defined dining identity. Marlow is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want a more intentional restaurant pick, while Pizza Fresh is the cleaner call when the group wants the simplest casual meal.
For a more occasion-oriented night, compare against Casanova Italian Restaurant before committing. Polli's Cantina makes more sense for a livelier, informal group meal, while Hali'imaile General Store is the better fit if the plan can stretch beyond Makawao for a broader Upcountry dining stop.
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Compare Serpico's Restaurant
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Serpico's Restaurant | Makawao | No published awards |
| Marlow | Makawao | No published awards |
| Pizza Fresh | Makawao | No published awards |
| Casanova Italian Restaurant | Makawao | No published awards |
| Polli's Cantina | Makawao | No published awards |
| Hali'imaile General Store | Haliimaile | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Serpico's Restaurant?
Serpico's Restaurant is listed in Makawao with daily 11 AM–10 PM hours. If timing, wait times, or party size matters, confirm directly with the restaurant before going.
Is Serpico's Restaurant good for a special occasion?
Serpico's Restaurant is a casual Makawao option with daily 11 AM–10 PM hours. For a formal dining room, special-occasion service, tasting menus, or awards, compare other restaurants or contact the restaurant directly.
What are alternatives to Serpico's Restaurant?
For comparison, consider Casanova Italian Restaurant, Marlow, Pizza Fresh, and Polli's Cantina. Hali'imaile General Store may also be worth considering as another option.






