Quite possibly one of the most underrated food trucks. Don't sleep on this one folks!…read more AbiKi's is one of the few Caribbean food options on the island and I think the only option in Kihei. They've got that hot and spicy Caribbean flavor infused into dishes like empanadas, nachos, curry and oxtail stew (available on Fridays and Saturdays only), and more. My husband spontaneously ordered the chimichurri burger one day and while I didn't know what to expect at first, man that burger was mighty delicious! The beef patty is topped with chimichurri sauce and paired with lettuce, tomato, grilled onion, cheddar cheese, chimichurri aoili on a brioche bun. It's burger heaven! Flavorful and moist, it was devoured in no time. It also comes with sweet potato fries and a side of sauce. I don't know if the sauce is for the fries or the burger, but it pairs extremely well with both. Just give your burger a little dip -- SO good. All in all, this burger ranks pretty highly in my list of tasty burgers. We'll definitely be back again to try their other Carribean dishes!

There's a food truck party every night in Kihei and this truck is the one you want. Actually they…read morewere all pretty good but you can't go wrong with this place and the truck with the BBQ. Sweet potato fries were SO GOOD.

Super tasty but I ordered the Hana (chicken) and they gave me Hookipa (beef). They have great…read morechimichurri sauce but nothing to put it in, so bring your own take out sauce container.

It looks like these guys were previously at the Farmers market, but they are now located in the…read morefood truck located across Costco. I'm currently on an empanada kick, so when I came across this truck, curiosity got the best of me. There was no one in line, but as we were ordering, there were people lining up in back of us. There is a pretty good selection & are all sealed differently so you can decipher one from another. We went with the Hana & Hookipa as those were the only 2 that had meat in them, I think there was one other one, bit it was sold out. The Hookipa came with beef & veggies & the Hana came with chicken & veggies. They were both crispy & hot, very juicy & filling was generous, but I think I liked the Hookipa better. It had way more flavor & super savory. It's a one person show in that truck, but she was super nice & they were ready really quick. I definitely want to go back & try the other ones.

Sam Sato's still gives the feels!…read more I haven't been home to Maui in years, and one of the first places I wanted to eat on my list was from my childhood - Sam Sato's! We made sure to pay a visit on our first free lunch day! Of course, coming during the lunch rush we had to wait for maybe 20 minutes outside before getting a table for 4. Longest 20 minutes of my life LOL! Paid off though when we finally got seated! Ordered the usual suspects: -Dry Noodles (Dry Mein) ($18.95) - DOUBLE sized for 2! Or one Hungry Hawaiian HA! -Cheeseburger Deluxe ($5.95) -French Fries with Mustard/Mayo ($5.95) -BBQ Stick (Beef and Chicken) ($3.75 each) -Manju ($1.25 each) -Turnovers ($1.85 each) I was so hungry I forgot pics of half my order! Shared the Dry Noodles with my Mom but honestly I ate 75% of that double order LOL! Just as awesome as I remember - just needed a dash of the soup, splash of shoyu, dab of Tabasco, and a lot of cracked black pepper! Ugh, so ONO! The Cheeseburger Deluxe and French Fries were honestly not gourmet, but the nostalgia factor brings it up a notch for me. Don't forget to dip into their Mustard/Mayo mix, it's a game changer! The BBQ Sticks were a little overdone this time but I'll let it slide because I do love that char on the edges. And you can't leave without having a manju and turnover (or 2....of each LOL) for dessert! Not much has changed at Sam Sato's over the decades (except maybe the prices, they went up!) and that's the way we like it! Old schoo for an old foo like ME!

Came here to try out the famous dry mein. Got lucky and were able to be seated immediately as there…read morewas a table open, even though the restaurant was packed. Had tons of people waiting for take out as well. Server was super on it and took our order quickly. Got the dry mein, cheeseburger, french fries, and beef stick. Dry mein was delicious. Like friend noodles with some soup on the side. Noodles were flavorful and cooked well and light broth complimented it well. Got to try the cheeseburger as well. So flavorful. Reminded me of in-n-out with the thin patty and the mustard mayo that they gave on the side. The beef sticks were charred super well and had a nice meaty flavor. I ate it so quickly! Got some french fries too and they were hot and crispy! On the way out got some of their manju. Small, but delicious! Will be back again! Parking: Parking in the lot in the front or on the street.

Called my order in on a Monday for Tuesday afternoon pick up. Purchased 2 Puerto Rican Lunch Plates…read morethat included a pastele, gandule rice, bacalao salad, empanadilla, portuguese sausage and a spiced cake for dessert. Each plate was $15 plus tax. Total came to $31.25 (cash only) Eating this plate was like eating a home cooked meal. Nothing outside of the norm, but just a solid, well flavored and balanced plate of deliciousness. You can tell these are tried and true recipes. Will be back when we're in the mood for authentic Puerto Rican food. Hopefully they will expand to more days of the week for pick up.

Mama Ding's has been around for a very, very long time. Mention the name and some will exclaim…read more"They're still open?!" And while I have yet to step foot inside, I got a chance to try something from a co-worker's takeout that I'm definitely going back for! MENU: Puerto Rican Plate Lunch (pastele, gandule rice, bacalao salad, empanadillas, Portuguese sausage & dessert), or broken down into ala carte, box and pan-sized options. FOOD: Empanadillas I absolutely love meat turnovers. Empanadas, empanadillas... What's the difference between the two? Nothing really, except for the fact that in Puerto Rico, empanadas are referred to as breaded steak or chicken and empanadillas are meat turnovers. Other areas of Spanish-speaking folk call meat turnovers, empanadas. Whatever. All you need to know is that if you like either name, you're going to absolutely LOVE these. It is a well-known fact to friends that I don't care for pastele anything due to its odd and weak flavor. I've had a version from another Maui establishment as a stew and didn't care for it. So when I was offered a pastele-filled empanadilla, I grimaced at the opportunity but was all smiles and moans after devouring it! The warm dough was thick like a pie crust and insanely soft, flaky and buttery. Once you get past that delicious shell, the pastele filling bursts your tastebuds with mouth-watering, savory, tomatoey flavors that takes these bad boys over the edge! OMG. One was definitely not enough. TIP: They're a takeout only biz with odd hours and ordering procedures. Definitely call ahead. OVERALL: They're right up there with the best empanadas we had in Buenos Aires, Argentina!

I've tried a lot of pastries, but this is officially my favorite croissant spot. George surprised…read moreme with breakfast in bed this morning from Momona and I'm always blown away. We had the Nutella and the Lilikoi, and they are absolute units--massive, beautiful and perfectly executed. The pastry is light and incredibly fluffy, but stays dense and decadent because they don't skimp on the filling (it's actually in the center, not just a garnish on top!). The Lilikoi was a total standout--bright, fresh, and perfectly tart. I found myself breaking off the flaky layers just to dip them into that golden center. If they sold it in jars, I'd be the first in line. If you're looking for the best bakery on the island, this is it! XOXO, ChelsieFletcher

My friend and I stopped by Momona to grab pastries and coffee for our trip to Hana…read more - Guava Cube Croissant (between $6 and $7) - I don't remember how much each of these pastries were exactly but they were a bit under $7. I thought the shape of this croissant was funny and I did want to try something guava. I did find it to be dry and quite bready? I've never had the cube croissant before so perhaps this is just the style of them. I liked the guava filling but thought the cube croissant part was okay. It did seem like this one had more dough than filling. - Lilikoi Croissant (between $6 and $7) - I found that this croissant was not really flaky. There was a really good filling to croissant ratio in this one. However, I did appreciate the strength of the lilikoi flavor in this croissant, and the filling did taste fresh. - Macadamia Nut Latte ($6.85)- we both got ours iced, 12 ounce and with regular milk. We honestly enjoyed these lattes more than the croissants. The macadamia flavor came through quite strong (in a good way) and was pretty unique. There is a small parking lot and lots of seating inside. We saw a couple chickens wandering around outside when we grabbed our pastries.

Had a large group for dinner on a weeknight. We got a variety of dishes. Of those I tried:…read more 1) calamari - 3/5. Pretty basic, middle of the road. 2) Brussels sprouts - 3/5. Also ok. 3) Italian salad - 4/5. Had lots of good ingredients with a light dressing. All of us enjoyed this one. 4) quinoa salad - 3/5. Dressing was meh and it was layered under huge slices of zucchini. Quinoa salads can be presented in much better ways. 5) ribeye steak - 5/5. Cooked perfectly with a nice char. The chimichurri sauce was yum. 6) potatoes au gratin - 4/5. It was good, but the slices were slightly thick. 7) mushroom risotto - 4/5. God carb option. The sides are good to share with 2-3 people. If I went back, I'd just go straight to the steak. Good service. I'd go back if I were local.

Fuego Argentinian Steakhouse Five Stars…read more From the moment you hit that long, beautiful drive in, you already know you're headed somewhere special. Sitting right on the golf course, the whole place looks like it was pulled straight off a postcard clean, sharp, and picture perfect. My wife loved every dish that hit the table. Spot on. The New York steak? Melt-in-your-mouth good. No struggle, no chew-off, just perfection cooked right. The salads came out looking like they belonged in some high end magazine fresh, crisp, and downright beautiful. Service was top notch the entire night. Friendly, on point, and never missing a beat. You can tell the staff takes pride in the place. If you're looking for a spot that hits all the marks location, food, service Fuego Argentinian delivers without even trying hard. Easy five stars.

Literally, the only place on Maui to get a Slurpee! OH, and some of the best pupus in town too!…read more Positively sure that the 7-11s in Hawaii were the first ones to start selling SPAM Musubi in their hot foods section! It's one of the best stops in town now to not only pick you up some musubis, but also some local manapua and pork hash too! One stop shop for beach bites! Grab some and stuff your cooler or lunch bag before a day in the water! Not only the local fare - but also your 7-11 standards like pizza, Big Bites, wings, and taquitos too! Who doesn't like something from the Roller Grill LOL! And don't forget to stay hydrated with a Super Big Gulp!

THANK GOD FOR KAHULUI 7-11... the only 7-11 on Maui to soothe my soul. I've tried to get accustomed…read moreto Minit Stop but I just can't. ABC Store if I really have to, but rather not. Love 7-11, and wish there were more. Love, love, love the hot foods and cold snacks, everything always kept at the expected hot or cold temperature. I love the variety of snacks to choose from, and love that they have some chilled in case its something you don't necessarily want to eat at the moment, save it for later. Thank you for the great variety of musubi, pork hash, sushi, ice cream and manapua. Only other great place for musubi is Foodland, but 7-11s variety is better. I don't touch musubi from anywhere else, because they don't compare, and turns out to be a waste of money and expectations. 7-11 does it just right. The employees here are always busy ringing people up and are very kind. Sometimes I wish they didn't have to deal with some of the knuckleheads that hang around outside the store. Store is always clean inside and neatly, well stocked quality and affordable items. Thank you for being on Maui!

Would highly recommend this food truck for breakfast! Open early. Red rice was perfectly flavored!read more

Yooo, saw a grilled cheese sandwich and I was ALL over it. For real, real…read more They randomly popped into my head one morning and I was pleased to see they were open. Peeked their Instagram and saw a corned beef and egg grilled cheese sandwich. Say what? Less than 5 minutes later I was texting my order in. Unfortunately, no one actually ever answered my text (please don't tell people to text if you don't reply). Being impatient, I said screw it and just drove myself there to check. They are located in Kahului Industrial in the Ferguson's parking lot, across the way from Lee Bear's. It's a really, really random spot and parking could be a challenge if it gets busy. If it's slow, you could park right in front of the trailer. The family that runs this food trailer is born and raised in Guam and their menu features Chamorro cuisine like arrozcaldo, corn soup, etc. It didn't seem like it to me at first because everything was so so familiar to me, but my friend who was raised in Guam reminded me of how it's heavily Filipino influenced and mentioned that the grilled cheese sandwich was her childhood growing-up. No wonder (I'm Filipino)... Anywho, got my corned beef and egg grilled cheese sandwich! The corned beef isn't like your St. Patty's day corned beef, but more like the Palm brand canned corned beef. The bread was also slightly sweet and was the perfect vessel for all this deliciousness. The sandwich was so tasty and had the perfect amount of meat and cheese. Definitely a great way to start my morning and can't wait to have it again. My friend also recommended trying their corn soup & their red rice whenever it's available. Will definitely try those in the future too.

Just went here and it's the cutest cafe great service and the food is amazing and there's so many…read moregreat options

This is a cute and cozy place! Food is great and drinks are ono! It is a must seeing place if you…read moreare in Paia. Service was awesome, everyone is so nice and friendly. We really loved Leila (not sure if I'm spelling her name correctly), she made our coffee drinks and our interactions with her were very positive!