#Maui Food Reviews
La Provence: Upcountry’s Ooh La La
Arguably the most charming part of France, Maui’s own little taste of Provence is also quite alluring. And the food? Ooh la la
Nick’s Fishmarket Maui Offers Something for Everyone
Located in the plush Fairmont Kea Lani Resort, the upscale, romantic restaurant focuses – not surprisingly – on (prepared) seafood, but also boasts a popular happy hour.
Upcountry Fresh Tamales and Mixed Plate: Say What?
Chicken Hekka, Chimichangas and Chile Verde: You name it, and Upcountry Fresh Tamales and Mixed Plate seems to be serving it. We try to sort the wheat from the masa.
Coconut’s Fish Cafe is Bananas. B.A.N.A.N.A.S.
They say it takes a village, and Coconut’s Fish Cafe in Kīhei is prepared to feed the pack.
Badua’s Creperie Express Shows Its Sweet Side
Operating out of a small mall kiosk such as that where you might otherwise purchase some sunglasses or a cell phone case, Badua’s manages the impossible.
Haui’s Life’s A Beach Defies The Stereotype
Haui’s Life’s a Beach is at once a cute outdoor beach bar, grimy local watering hole, pool and foosball spot and loud karaoke mecca. But should you eat there?
Porto Puts Your Money Where Their Mouth Is
All profits at Porto support the Pacific Whale Foundation’s efforts to protect our oceans through science and advocacy. Indubitably wonderful… So how’s the food?
Kuau Store: 1942 Never Had It So Good
The last stop before the Road to Hana (or first sign of civilization on the way back) offers a lot more than banana bread or pre-made, cellophane-wrapped sandwiches.
Makawao Garden Cafe: Sandwiches, Salads and Mom
The lunch-only spot serves up sandwiches and salads in a small but cheery outdoor space. The highlight, however, is not necessarily the food.
Stillwell’s Bakery and Cafe: Almost Famous
We’d heard great things and Stillwell’s themselves boasts about a “famous Chinese Chicken Salad” on their website. We went in for a closer look.
Duke’s Beach House: Location, Location, Location
Yes, it’s kind of a tourist trap, but Duke’s Beach House still managed to deliver a couple unexpected (happy) surprises.
Ichiban Okazuya Hawai‘i: An Unlikely Love Story
Although the didn’t exactly wow us on the first–or even second–date, Ichiban Okazuya eventually won over our skeptical heart.
The Fish Market Maui Serves it Up Hot… And Cold
The Fish Market Maui in Lahaina serves up everything from ceviche and poke to seared ahi sandwiches in a minimally picturesque strip mall parking lot.
Zing Maui: Wailuku’s Got a Brand New (Lunch) Bag
The new Zing Maui in the Main Street Promenade offers area residents and workers a range of traditional, local and Mexican-style breakfast and lunch options.
MiGRANT: Around the World in Eight Plates
Feeling adventurous? Chef Sheldon Simeon’s MiGRANT menu draws heavily on his Filipino background… and about ten other nationalities on the way.
Journey Into the Vast Menu at Tante’s Island Cuisine
Tucked in next to the Maui Seaside Hotel in Kahului is Tante’s Island Cuisine, a breakfast, lunch and dinner joint that is something of a family-run Denny’s.
Roasted Chiles Kicks Things Up a Notch
The new Roasted Chiles in South Kihei offers something not often seen in these parts: upscale Mexican fusion.
Prison Street Pizza: Worth Getting Sprung For?
Near the intersection of Front and Prison Streets – but obviously on Prison Street – in Lahaina, this new joint offers well-prepared standards a la New Jersey.
Thai Spice: Spice Up Your Life
The newest Thai kid on the block has taken over the space left behind by Tortillas Burrito Company on the Hana Highway in Paia.
Tortugas: Totally Tubular Tortas
Tortugas has chosen to make their focus one slim faction of Mexican cuisine, the torta – a bolillo roll topped with a whole bunch o’ stuff.
