WHERE TO EAT IN MAUI

Whether you are a local and already have your favorite local food spots in Maui or a visitor who’s craving their first plate lunch ever, you will enjoy reading about the best places to go for local food on the island.

Here is my list when it comes to grabbing a bite to eat in Maui

Foodland

Foodland is perfect for travelers that are wanting a quick bite but not wanting to order fast food. Foodland is technically considered a grocery store but has a wide variety of delicacies for one to choose from. Locals consider the spot to one of the best places to go for poke.

Lahaina Grill

Lahaina Grill is a must if you find yourself on the west side of the island. For 29 years, the Honolulu Magazine Readers Poll voted Lahaina Grills as the best restaurant in West Maui. The grill is known for its mouth-watering New American cuisine, appetizing island-grown dishes, and tasty international menu.

Contact Information

127 Lahainaluna Road Lahaina, HI 96761

(808)-667-5117

Open Daily 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Mama's Fish House

Mama's Fish House is known for having the best seafood on Maui. The restaurant is located along the North Shore of Maui and sits directly in front the beautiful Kuau Cove. One of the best parts is that the menu is printed fresh everyday. They not only list which fish they are using for each dish but where on the island it was caught and the name of the fisherman. I have never seen anything like this anywhere else in my life.

Contact Information

799 Poho Pl. Paia, HI 96779

(808)-579-8488

Open Daily 11:00 am - 8:30 pm

Kalei’s Lunch Box

Kalei’s Lunch Box is known as "Da Big Kahuna of Island Grinds" and for good reason. It is one of Maui’s best flavor centers for local food fare. Due to its popularity, Kalei’s Lunch Box has three locations: a food truck in Kahului, a restaurant at Pukalani, and a restaurant in Maui Lani.

Contact Information

Maui Food Truck 591 Haleakala Hwy. Kahului, HI 96732 (808)-633-6345 Open Daily 10:00 am until they sell out

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Maui Lani Restaurant 52 Maui Lani Parkway Wailuku, HI 96793 (808)-793-3104 Open Daily 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Pukalani Restaurant 55 Pukalani St. Makawao, HI 96768 (808)-793-0151 Open Daily 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Coconut Glen's

Coconut Glen's is a stop everyone should make along the Road to Hana. They serve organic, began, dairy free ice cream using coconuts straight from the jungles of Maui. They have a wide selection of flavors to choose from as well.

Contact Information

1200 Hana Hwy. Haiku, HI 96708

(808)-248-4876

Open Daily 10:30 am - 5:30 pm

Hana Ranch Restaurant

Hana Ranch Restaurant is located in the Hana-Maui Resort and is a great eatery to enjoy Hawaiian classics. Chefs use fresh local ingredients sourced from nearby farm to create all of the dishes on their menu.

Contact Information

1752 Mill Pl. Hana, HI 96713

(808)-270-5280

Open Daily 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Southshore Grindz

Southshore Grindz is located in the heart of Kihei and is just across the road from Kamaole Beach. One quality that I loved about this eatery is that their goal is to support local Maui vendors and suppliers as much as possible through their menu offerings. The menu at Southshore Grindz has a variety of appetizers, salads, paninis and burgers, local plates, and noodles. They also have a Keiki (kids) menu and an assortment of cakes and desserts.

Contact Information

2439 South Kihei Rd. Suite 107A Kihei, HI 96753 (808)-856-0016 Open Daily 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

Tobi's Shave Ice

Tobi’s Shave Ice is one of the best places to get shaved ice on the island. However, don't let the name fool you. This place goes way beyond serving shaved ice and has one of the best Poke Bowls in Maui.

Contact Information

137 Hana Hwy. Paia, HI 96779

(808)-579-9745

Open Daily 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

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