Polished Italian in Wailea delivering standout pastas and short ribs, strong gluten-free options, and attentive service, with premium pricing and some reports of rushed seating and inconsistent hospitality.
Matteo's Osteria delivers solid neighborhood Italian dining with strong food quality anchored by house-made pastas and braised short ribs that earn consistent praise. However, inconsistent execution during busy periods—occasional bland dishes and rushed pacing—prevents grade A territory. Attentive service and warm design are genuine strengths, but tight seating and Wailea-level pricing without exceptional distinction keep this a reliable but not exceptional choice for Maui Italian dining.
One caveat: Pricing is genuinely expensive ($35+ pastas, $48–64 mains) which may surprise casual diners