Malia's
Published: June 23, 2026
Duration: 5:46
Malia's is still open and operating, but Michael says it's put on new airs since chef-owner Justin Hayes took over--and Aiken's gotten more worldly.
Malia's: 120 Laurens St., Aiken, South Carolina,803-643-3086, maliasrestaurant.com
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