Tonight is the second time eating here in the last few days. Everything we ordered was so good! 10 stars!

Is this place small? Yes! Is this place a little harder to find? Maybe. Is this place worth going to every time? ABSOLUTELY! Fresh off the plane, first stop in Maui is almost always Da Kitchen. We were worried it was lost forever a few years ago, but nope, they just moved down the road. It's definitely not a formal place, but so relaxed, which is what I look for in Maui. We shared the Kalbi Ribs, and we were starving, and we couldn't eat them all especially after diving into the veggie spring rolls and deep fried musubi. My wife that doesn't usually even like musubi, enjoyed the deep fried version Da Kitchen offered. So go for it..try it if you have never had musubi, try this deep fried version! read more

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The Lau Lau and mixed plates were amazing. The guava cheesecake might be the best I've had. They were pretty busy for lunch but the staff was super friendly and attentive. Thank you the hospitality. -California visitors read more

Unassuming place at a strip mall, but fantastic food! We stopped here for dinner on our way to the airport before flying back home, and I'm sorry I couldn't take my leftovers! I had the kalbi plate which was one lb of ribs on a bed of rice and a side of macaroni salad. We also got the kitchen Bento plate which was Spam musubi, tempura, teriyaki chicken and beef, and chicken katsu. PLENTY of food for the two and a half of us! There are only a few tables inside and if you're lucky to be seated, they'll take your order and serve you. Otherwise, order at the counter and hope to find a spot outside: first come, first served. We got there right around 530 on a Friday and got lucky, the place was packed before we knew it! I also didn't realize they were featured by Guy Fieri which might partly explain the crowds...though I suspect the delicious food and the fast and friendly service might have something to do with it too. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Da Kitchen knows how to deliver variety. They offer several combo plates that are tempting. Last time, I had a hard time deciding between the Mixed Plate and the Bento Plate. Both options have a lot of food and I swear I planned to share it with my bestie. They both have teriyaki chicken, teriyaki beef, katsu chicken and rice & mac salad. The Mixed Plate comes with breaded mahi mahi. The Bento comes with Spam Musubi and shrimp tempura. I know that the shrimp comes from Costco, so I prefer the mahi. So I ordered the Mixed Plate and a Spam Musubi to go with it. It was ready as soon as we got there to pick it up. Every bit was delicious! We each got 2 meals out of this feast. read more

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Great food, great service, and great menu! Small little resident located in one of Kīhei's shopping centers this was one of the best places we ate see. Huge servings and tastes so good. read more

I don't think I've ever eaten as much rice as I have anywhere else. Each plate had rice and they even gave rice with their side dishes. Nonetheless, the food here was amazing. I tried eating as much rice as I could because it did pair well with both the loco moco and kalbi we got. The kalbi had this amazing char and the flavor was sweet and savory. A little pricey, but worth it on vacation. I never had loco moco, but it was definitely a great first experience. It was very saucy and the meat was cooked well. The egg makes it creamy. We also had the deep fried spam masubi and it was decent and not too heavy as an appetizer. read more

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Stopped by on a weekend night for loco moco and they are busyyyy. The good thing is they have outdoor seating (but it's not full service). We ordered the loco moco, which was a hefty portion and decent tasting (but by no means the best loco moco we've had). We also ordered the fried spam musubi and we loved the concept! The crunchy breading was a great touch and you dip the whole thing in a sweet soy sauce glaze/sauce. Only complaint is the rice to spam ratio...there was way too much rice. read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Fried Spam Musubi - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

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We were visiting Maui and always like to try the "Da Kitchen" chain places on the islands. This one is amazing. It seems consistently busy. The three of us ordered different dishes. My daughters eat gluten and dairy free.This place accommodates their dietary requirements. Staff is very friendly, Service is fast. It is a small place, but there are a handful of tables outside. Can't wait to try more dishes. read more

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I stopped by here 2 days ago with my father for lunch. He had mentioned wanting some traditional Hawaiian food, so I fired up Yelp and found Da Kitchen. We headed over to the strip mall with Longs Drugs and had to circle a couple of times before spotting it tucked away in the corner. Da Kitchen has both indoor and outdoor seating, with indoor seating for dine in and outdoor seating more geared toward takeout. Inside they have surfboards on one wall and a giant chalkboard menu on the other. For lunch on this day both my dad and I went with a mixed plate. I had thought about ordering the deep fried musubi as well, but it would have been a lot of food and I was already getting plenty. The menu described the mixed plate as teriyaki chicken, teriyaki beef, chicken katsu, and breaded mahi. When it arrived, they were not kidding about the portion size. I started with the mahi since it was on top and really enjoyed it both plain and with the tartar sauce. The fish was hot and glistening and the breading was crispy with a nice flavor. Next I tried the teriyaki beef. The flavor was decent but I found it to be a bit dry. Somewhere along the way I also finished all of the mac salad, which had potato in it and a good overall flavor. After that I moved on to the chicken katsu, which was thin and crispy on the outside. The katsu sauce paired nicely with it. I did not finish everything and ended up saving the katsu, chicken teriyaki, and rice for later. The chicken teriyaki reheated well and broke apart easily with a nice sweet flavor, although the skin did get a bit rubbery which I will chalk up to it sitting in the fridge. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. My dad said the mahi was his favorite fish he had on Maui, and I was impressed by the portion sizes. I would still like to go back and try that deep fried musubi. read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Mixed plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Solid kalua pork plate, although it was a bit on the salty side. The rice was good quality and Mac salad was on point. Chicken Katsu plate, whoa, was a healthy portion and the sauce was solid. Also with a healthy helping of rice and Mac salad. The service was super friendly and ambiance was clean and locals coming in to pick up their lunches and big platters for their crew. read more

Once again, we found ourselves in Da Kitchen (Kihei location this time), and stand by the original review....with one key note: this place is expensive. Seriously so. BUT. As you can see from the photos below, you're not paying for one meal - you're paying for three (or more). My wife ordered the Kalua Pork, and I ordered the fish and chips. We both got three lunches out of this, which makes the price point quite nice. Just an fyi..... read more

I came all the way to Hawaii, and I wanted to try it all. That included Hawaiian food. Da Kitchen delivered. The staff were so nice and friendly. They helped me decide what to get. I learned that one "plate" is enough food for 3 people. We had leftovers for days. My husband ordered fried spam musubi. It certainly looked cool. I tried lau lau. I learned that I don't care for lau lau, but that's on me. I'm glad I tried it. He got something that had everything--all the meats. I tried his kahlua pork. Staff were so nice and excited to help us try local cuisine. While it might not be my thing, I recommend Da Kitchen if you want to try the local specialities while in town. read more

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Overpriced and really not that good. Asked for salt to make it taste better but it wouldn't even come out of the shaker. The service was good but zero ambiance. I think most people take their food to go. No thanks. read more

This place has the best food. I called and ordered to go the mixed plate and a musubi Said it would be ready in 10 min. This place is easy to find very close to Longs drugs with lots of parking close by. They have a few outside and inside tables. I was greeted as soon as I walked in my food was packed up and ready when I arrived. Everything was delicous. Was enough food for 2 to eat with leftovers. I'll be going back again soon. read more

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Tucked away in a busy plaza, this classic Hawaiian plate meal joint is certainly busy even later into the night when I came. It's bustling inside, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating to handle the crowd. However, service was definitely on the slower side and it could get confusing as they have a line each for dine-in orders and takeout orders. The staff were nice and accommodating, which helped make ordering straightforward. The food was decidedly ok. I went for the katsu and kalua combo, which for $24 is alright and can definitely feed 2-3 people. There's a healthy amount of carbs with a couple big rice scoops and a big mac scoop. The katsu chicken was a little dry and didn't have too much flavor to it. A lot of times I felt I was tasting more of the breading than the chicken itself. The kalua pork was a let down- it was very salty to the point of being overbearing, even when served with rice. I could not get myself to finish it, even though it was juicy and tender. The saltiness was more than what I expected, even after trying other pulled kalua pork on the island. Lastly, there was only one small katsu pork sauce cup. Given the portion size, a larger sauce cup would be a nice touch. Overall, it may not be for everyone, but if you're looking for good value and portions, this place is worth a try. However, it wasn't for me and it was just ok at the end. read more

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Arrr, brah -- Captain 619 here, hangin' ten on the shores of Maui and cruisin' into Da Kitchen for grub! Me and me firstmate (the missus) shared a plate o' teriyaki chicken an' rice with a side o' mac salad, and we came back again -- twice, aye -- so ye know it's worth the voyage. The chicken be seasoned just right -- that teriyaki sauce slaps, salty-sweet like a sun-kissed wave. Would've loved a few pineapple slices to give it that true aloha tang, but still tasty as a treasure chest. The macaroni salad be creamy and solid, the perfect sidekick. Good spot, quick service, and a proper place to get yer teriyaki chicken fix. Yohoho and a plate o' rice -- five stars from this seadog-surfer. read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Teriyaki chicken and rice - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

3.5 stars Da Kitchen is tucked in the corner of a plaza and serves classic Hawaiian fare. It's a casual spot where you walk up to the counter and order. They don't allow you to sit inside until you're dining in but there are some tables outside. We ordered the deep fried musubi ($6.99), kalbi mix plate ($31), and katsu moco ($26.50). The deep fried musubi was different than what I'm used to but it was decent. I liked the dipping sauce but you could taste more of the deep fried part than the spam musubi part. I would've preferred the spam to be thicker to stand out a little more. The kalbi mix plate included both kalbi and chicken which were both really good. The katsu moco is their most popular and had a large patty but the inside was a little mushy. The chicken katsu was decent but could've used more sauce. Out of everything we ordered the kalbi mix plate was my favorite. I also tried some of the garlic noodles which were good. They had large portions but it was just okay. read more

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DA Kitchen in Kihei is an absolute gem!!!From the moment we walked in, the service was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming -- basically, they treat you better than your own family (sorry, Mom). The portions are great -- I'm pretty sure my plate had ambitions of its own. Every dish was bursting with flavor, cooked to perfection, and plated so beautifully it almost made me hesitate... almost... Hands down, DA Kitchen serves some of the best "packs" I've had in all of Maui. I came for the food, stayed for the deliciousness, and seriously considered moving in. If you're looking for amazing food, stellar service, and a place that makes your taste buds do the hula, this is it. Do yourself a huge favor: go now. Your hungry stomach will repeatedly thank you. - Jordan read more

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Da Kitchen was so good we ended up going twice on our vacation. The Hawaiian platter with the kalua pork and pork laulau was amazing! Super flavorful and tasted like classic, homemade local food. Everything had that comforting, traditional vibe you hope for. The kalbi mix plate was also a win. Loved the variety with the short ribs, fried chicken, and tempura. Everything was cooked just right and super satisfying. Huge portions, great flavors, and just all-around solid food. Definitely a spot we'd go back to again. read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Protein options were really good and the macaroni salad was a delightful touch with the plates read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Korean chicken plate Kalua pork plate Teriyaki chicken plate Mixed plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Unassuming place located in a strip mall, but the food is AMAZING! Huge portions, big flavors, reasonable prices! My fav was the pork belly noodles. Staff was really friendly, would highly recommend! read more

There was a queue already at 11:30 am for Da Kitchen on Black Friday. Don't know if it was all the hungry early morning Black Friday shoppers or the pent up demand because Da Kitchen was closed on Thanksgiving. The limited inside dining room and outside seating were all taken. I patiently waited 20-25 minutes for our take out. The Fish Tempura was perfectly cooked, light and airy, as I remembered. Husband got the Garlic Noodles with a side of Teriyaki Chicken. Enough food for two meals; luckily picked up a Costco chicken earlier so it will pair perfectly with the leftover Garlic Noodles. As you can see from last year's and this year's picture, no food shrinkage in portion size. read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Fish Tempura - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Super delicious ono food here! The staff are super friendly and helpful. Awesome service. Get the chicken katsu, Opakapaka, Korean chicken and laulau. Everything is delicious here! Guava cheesecake for dessert! Winners! read more

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Had to try at Triple D place while we're on Maui so Da Kitchen it is. The deep fried musubi was so good I wasn't sure if I'd like it. The spring rolls nice and flakey and the crab Mac was ooey gooey cheese delicious! The place was cute and cozy with the friendliest staff too. Give it a try! read more

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We ordered take out (1) mixed plate with katsu and pulled pork, (1) loco moco, and a spam musubi. The restaurant was small inside so it definitely fills up quickly. After placing our order we were told to wait outside and they will bring it out to us when ready. The plates were heavy! Definitely big portions. My husband enjoyed his combo katsu plate and had leftovers the next day. The loco moco was good but it had an insane amount of onions that over powered the dish and I couldn't get all of it off. The musubi was good. Overall very solid place that we would go to again. Very good but not amazing which is reflected in the rating. Highly recommend. read more

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Excellent lunch - more than enough. Friendly local staff. Very tasty local food. Service was excellent and ambience made us feel at home.

The food was so yummy!! And the girls that waited on us were so sweet and helpful!!! Definitely going back!!! read more

Da Kitchen Maui - 8 of us enjoying dinner!!! - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Food and service was so good! I would recommend this place if you want really good authentic food. Our waitress was so kind and sweet as well, couldn't have had a better experience! read more

Food - fantastic Service - kind, prompt, & friendly Ambiance - intimate, but great for take out too read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Kalbi Combo Plate - Perfect for two, or one hungry person - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Last visit was in Kahalui & peep at Kihei sites back in July 2015. Both are no more, but the current site has managed to continue the legacy. This was our first stop after arriving at the airport and claiming our rental car (8/26/25). No frills. There's available indoor & outdoor seating, as well as, takeout service. Welcoming staff that kindly answers questions and provides recommendations. Food ordered was tasty and very generous after an early AM six hour flight. We were kept well hydrated with copious ice water. That combination helped tremendously. A true welcome and aloha upon arrival! read more

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OMG, these garlic noodles are yummy! My family absolutely devoured them. The garlic flavor is just perfect, not too overpowering but so satisfying. I'll definitely be ordering these again soon! read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

We were really excited about this place, but unfortunately it's way over-hyped. The loco moco was severely under-seasoned and while the garlic noodles were good, it didn't warrant a $31.50 price tag. I agree with the other yelper that this was a disappointing experience, and based on the reviews, we thought it would be a memorable meal. We waited 40 minutes on a Saturday afternoon at 1PM but when we checked around the 25 min mark, there were 2 open tables. Thankfully after we ordered, the food came out very quickly. The ambiance is casual and food is served in to-go containers even for dine-in. The table was not super clean and I had to clean some food crumbs myself when I sat down. We paid $71 for 2 entrees and a fountain soda... overall don't recommend. The price does not justify the value of the food. read more

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Da Kitchen Maui was bomb.com !! We got the garlic noodles with teriyaki chicken and dumplings. We shared because we wanted something quick and small to eat. This was so filling and yummy!!! I get the hype for the noodles. You can dine in or outside. Service was great! Will be going back to try other things on the menu. 10/10 food 10/10 service read more

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So delicious! Great service too. We tried several Hawaiian dishes and they were are done so well. read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Hawaiian Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

Wow delicious food in Maui! The kalbi rib was great and very well marinated. The meat was tending and flavorful. I would highly recommend you order that! The place is small and has a few tables but it's not too bad. I enjoyed my experience and would love to come back when I'm in Maui again! read more

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I don't recommend this place. It's pretty expensive and I didn't really like the food. Paid around $200 for the following: - Katsu Chicken: 6/10 - Korean Chicken: 6.5/10 - Tempura Fish: 4/10 - Loco Moco: Disappointing - Garlic Noodles and Teriyaki Chicken: 7/10 - Mango Slush - Lychee Slush - Strawberry Slush I have to say this was our disappointing meal in Maui. I don't recommend this place unless you're really hungry and don't have the energy to go anywhere else. There was a long line but no guidance on the take out order line vs the dine in line. I ended up waiting in the longer line but I could've just added my name to the list. It was a disappointing food experience. I really didn't like the Loco Moco. It was a huge portion but very bland. I definitely prefer Kihei Caffe over this place. They also almost forgot to give us the garlic noodles, which was the best dish we ate here. The place is small but you can also sit outside but it was kind of messy. read more

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This was a great place for a casual meal. I got spam in rice and seaweed wrap deep fried and some veggie spring rolls. My husband got a plate of meats. We also both got a glass of POG juice. All were excellent. Service was really fast. We had to wait about 5 min for a table to open, but then it only took another 5-10 min to have food on the table. This place seemed a little less touristy than many others and it's shopping plaza location made parking easy. read more

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When you arrive, you'll have to write your name down on a waitlist and wait outside. They will call you inside once a table is available. I ordered the teriyaki chicken and Kalua combo. Huge portions. The teriyaki chicken was flavorful and pull apart. The kalua was good too. The fried spam musubi is a must try. The interior was crispy and came with a dipping sauce. My boyfriend got DK burger and it was SERIOUS HUGE. He said it was a solid burger. They say the serving sizes are huge and it really lives up to it! Definitely would recommend!! read more

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This place is tucked away in a shopping center and is definitely a hidden gem. There is a bit of a wait to dine in so if you're in a hurry, order to go. If you want to dine in, add your name to the list and wait outside for your name to be called. The staff were friendly and attentive. I ordered the chicken katsu and Spam musubi. Both were absolutely delicious! The portions are pretty big so honestly, I could've shared my dish. The katsu was cooked well and the pork was very flavorful. I enjoyed my meal. I would definitely return when in Maui again! read more

Da Kitchen Maui - Spam Musubi - Hawaiian Near Me - Kihei, Hawaii

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