Saw the 5 stars and I was in the area and had try it…read more.. I pulled up to a lot with a lot of parking. The area was a little empty so slightly worried about my food choices... Walked up to the truck and saw a standard bbq menu. Noticed everything that you add brisket to was an additional $8 per order. Kinda pricey, but Hawai'i. Ordered a 1 choice with a side and added on a homemade sausage link. Selected the homemade Mac and cheese as a side as that's classic and waited a bit for my food... I don't remember the actual cost but it was around $30 for my plate after everything was said and done... Got my food and found a table. Opened it up and was immediately underwhelmed. The brisket looked dry and was from the day before. The sausage looked mid. The Mac and cheese looked extremely loose. All the items had the slightest smoke... Now these are all preference things and this food wasn't for me. Overall not my type of place to the price. Won't go too far into detail but give it a try if you like bbq'ish...

The cornbread is a must! We enjoyed it so much that we didn't get to take a picture…read more Brisket was so tender and the flavor of the ribs were so delicious! There is a magic rub used for these ribs! We placed the phone order and it was ready for us to pick up in tine for lunch. Thank you for the great service and even greater food! We will be back again for cornbread and to try the chicken and pulled pork!

For the last few years we've come to Kula after a long day hiking Haleakala's national park and…read moreevery time we're left satisfied! We love the food and I always order the same thing which is the chicken Parmesan! I love that the portions are huge and that the chicken is super flavorful. Whatever sauce they're using is addicting...5/5 For appetizer we decided to try the calamari for the first time, now the pic doesn't do it justice but it's super crispy and has plenty of greens. 4.5/5 Definitely a must go if you find yourself by the park. Overall 5/5

Here's what I like: They cook protein well. Friendly staff…read more Close proximity to home. They offer large portions, if that is your thing. Here's what I don't like: They use VIP produce and other commercially grown, and flown in ingredients instead of sourcing locally, and their prices are too high to reflect this. The taste absolutely reflects this and if you know the difference, you taste the difference (yuck). Another competitive restaurant upcountry, Marlow, uses exclusively locally grown and sourced produce with exceptional quality, taste and execution, around the same price point. It is a no brainer for me; the taste, quality, and value are superior at later mentioned restaurant. Kula Bistro is over hyped and over priced, but in a pinch, we appreciate the convenience.

A ranch that feels like a real ranch. It's a beautiful and casual location for a heartwarming meal…read more There's a store that sells a variety of goods from Hawaiian shirts to nicknacks and sodas. And a delicious lunch menu. I had the Venison (medium) lunch with rice, greens, and a side of lemon vinaigrette. It was wonderful! Service was prompt and friendly.

Yummy burgers that our whole family enjoyed! Ordered at the counter and then waited outside for our…read morefood to be freshly made. The picnic tables were out on a scenic view of Maui. What a hidden gem.

Got food from Al's BBQ Pit for the first time last night at the Sunday Market in Kahului…read more We got the Big Al combo, garlic noodles with steak, and brownie mochi. And holy moly they were all phenomenal. There were four adults and we were all completely satisfied with the amount of food from those items. We ate them faster than we usually do and there were a couple of fork fights because they were so stinking delicious. Thank you Al and the whole family!

Sunday market at the old Kahului shopping center...I was at home, my wife bought me a Fried Akule…read morePlate Lunch Special for $14. Barrahhh buggah brought tears to my eyes. I thought I was 12 years old again growing up in my hometown Hana. The plate had one akule, 3 scoops white rice, diced tomatoes and onions, and a sauce mix of shoyu, calamansi, and vinegar. I'm old school native Hawaiian weigh about 270 lbs. I'm not a professional reviewer or taster, BUT I am a professional eater. So I lovingly told my wife, "Honey...next time you see this special again, buy 2 plates." I don't know who Bruddah Al is, but he know what he doing. I highly recommend Al's BBQ Pit for locals and vistors.

One of the best pizzas and hamburgers we've ever had. Service was outstanding. Being able to go…read moreright off the beach to a high quality restaurant makes this a must-go place. Great food, service, and atmosphere!

We haven't been back to Maui since 2021 (preoccupied with soccer-themed vacations)…read more We order the Monkeypod Mai Tai, Ube Rey, Poke Mixed Plate, Seared Ahi Steak, Organic Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Fish, Strawberry Cream Pie, and Chocolate Cream Pie. There are two locations, so pay attention to which one you're making reservations for.

Toured the farm in 2023 and brought our group of 8 back for a tour this week. Very nice upgrades…read moreand, this time, we got to watch a milking in action. Stud Hemingway is always fun to see! Feeding the goats was extra special. And those adorable "kids"! Best part of the visit is purchasing a flight (or two) of the cheeses. Added bonus was the fabulous samples of 2 cheeses and a truffle. This tour is a MUST DO when you visit Maui!

After checking out of our hotel, we had some time to kill before our red-eye flight out of Maui, so…read morewe stopped by Surfing Goat Dairy Farm. We had visited once before back in 2012 and remembered it being a great experience, and it's nice to see how much the farm has upgraded since then. They offer goat and cheese tours that you can sign up for online. This time, we just wandered around the grounds and relaxed while watching the goats and baby kids play in their pen. We also bought a $10 bucket of hay to feed the goats off to the side. We were told they were under a year old, though they were already pretty much adult-sized! They were extremely enthusiastic about the hay, and the bucket was gone in no time. It was such a fun and wholesome experience, for both me and the goats. Definitely a cute stop, and I hope to come back next time and sign up for one of the tours next time in Maui.

Really nice tea shop to stop by after or before hitting the submit. We did the tea & coffee flight…read morewhich was $5 and credit card is accepted. The flight goes from lightest to stronger and the employee was very informative about each tea. It's really pretty and peaceful place to visit.

Such a charming cafe!! Although it does seem to be located in the middle of nowhere, it is actually…read morea common stop for those on the road to and from Haleakalā. I've stopped here twice, both occasions after watching the amazing Haleakalā sunrise with a tour group (Skyline Hawaii and I forgot the other tour group). It's a very authentic cafe, where you can personally see homegrown lavender and other plants right behind their cafe. Although they specialize in lavender infused drinks/food items, they also sell other lavender infused things such as body butter, lotion, bath salts, etc. Fun to look around! RESTROOMS: Porta Potties just a short walk towards the woods behind the cafe. LAVENDER MATCH TEA LATTE: Although it was like $6 for a 12 oz cup, I really enjoyed this unique flavor. It was the perfect amount of lavender, not too much or overwhelming. They also didn't skimp out on the matcha which I appreciate and is a pet peeve of mine. Would recommend this although it's a little pricey, but support local businesses! Their menu also includes sandwiches, burritos, teas, coffees, pastries, and donuts from a popular local vendor.

Amazing Experience at O'o Farm! I'll admit, I was a little…read morehesitant when my wife suggested a coffee farm tour I was thinking golf, beach, pool, and relaxing! But I'm so glad she talked me into it. The entire experience was amazing. Our tour guide was awesome, the farm was beautiful, and learning about the coffee and farm-to-table process was fascinating. We also had the farm-to-table brunch, and the food was absolutely incredible fresh, delicious, and one of the highlights of the tour. I actually left wanting to go home, eat healthier, and start a garden! If you're in Maui, don't pass this one up. Great tour, amazing brunch, beautiful setting, and a fantastic experience. Highly recommend!

O'o Farms delivered a truly, unique and interactive experience with their Farm Tour and Farm to…read moreTable Lunch. I took my parents for their 44th Anniversary and we all love outdoorsy activities so I knew we'd all enjoy this! We were asked to arrive at 10:30 am for the tour and it lasted until 1-1:30 pm. Arrive with good walking shoes, SPF, light sweater and hat (it can get either a little chilly or hot from the direct sunlight), and well hydrated if possible. We were greeted by our friendly and knowledgeable tourguide, Kate from Maryland! She shared with us so many facts about the locally grown produce from herbs, vegetables, fruits, to the friendly worms, to compost and facts about the Farm and the hardworking staff! It was interactive because we got to sniff the herbs, taste the locally grown lettuce, carry a chicken (as seen in the photo with my mom), and even pick the Cherry coffee! After the 2 hour tour, the last hour takes you back to this beautiful seating area in a garden like setting for your 4 course lunch! Each course, the chef comes out and shares details of each course. First course was a Medley of Greens grown on the farm with Tangerine vinaigrette. It was a generous portion for our party of 3 and tried to eat it throughout. There was spiraled carrots and radish with julienned snap peas. Second course was Pan Seared Ono (their proteins are all locally sourced) with Mamaki Tea and Lemongrass Rice with Bok Choy, Collared Greens and Cabbage. Third course was my favorite! I'm usually a big fan of fish but the chicken was so savory and that rub was delish! It was an Organic, Cage Free Chicken with Coffee Cherry Citrus rub with Caramelized Coffee Honey Hash of Carrots, Parsnips, Rutabaga and Celery Root. The spread was a Turmeric and Parsnip puree. Last course of dessert was the O'o Freshly Brewed Coffee with Milk and Simple Syrup with a Dessert Platter of Fresh sliced Pineapple, Tangerine and Apple with Homemade Chocolate Truffles. The meal left us full and nourished! What a wonderful anniversary gift to give my parents. We truly enjoyed it and even made some new friends, both local and visiting.

Great time and great views! Learned a lot about the distillery while having an amazing time…read moretasting. Shoutout to Ryan Lambert! He was an awesome tour guide.

Alan was a great tour guide. We loved our tasting experience! We will be back for more.read more

We went looking for the restaurant, but it unfortunately had a fire a few months before we got…read morethere. We went in the market, and the sweet woman working told us about it, but said the food truck was really good. We went over to the food truck. The staff there was very warm and welcoming as well. It was breakfast time, so we got a couple things to share - the banana bread French toast and a benedict. Everything was delicious and just what we needed after an early wakeup for the sunrise. The coffee was nice and hot for the cool morning as well. The grounds were very peaceful and had beautiful views. Everyone's food that was coming out looked and smelled amazing. Their lunch options sounded great too. Definitely worth a visit when driving through the area!

IMHO I've been to…read moreMaui countless times over the years, and I've always wanted to visit Kula Lodge located on the slopes of Haleakala. This year, we made it happen. The drive to the restaurant along curvy roads and tall, shady trees was enchanting. I'd heard the views from the restaurant were spectacular, and the unique outdoor canvas-covered "gazebos" added to its charm. Our party of four chose to eat under one of the outdoor gazebos. We ordered four morning cocktails: a Bloody Mary, $12, 2 Maui Mosas, $18, and a Kona Longboard, $9. Our entrees were the Upcountry Quiche, $27, Roasted Kabocha Squash, $28, Mochiko Chicken & Waffles, $30, and the Garlic Prawn Pizza, $30. While we waited for our food, we took the time to wander the beautiful botanical garden grounds and pathways. When our food did arrive, there was only one glitch. Instead of the Garlic Prawn Pizza, we received a different shrimp entree, which looked fantastic...but it wasn't what we ordered. They apologized and went to prepare the pizza. The food was delicious, and portions were big, so we definitely had leftovers. Overall, I am so glad we finally made it to Kula Lodge. Unfortunately, just 3 weeks after our visit, Kula Lodge suffered from a restaurant fire. I am absolutely positive they will re-open again. In the meantime, come support their Kula Marketplace, which is a wonderful gift shop, adjacent to the restaurant, and untouched by the fire. They need your support!!! I will definitely return!