Everyone I talked to was talking about this place so of course we had to go. Nice little place doing a brisket business when we went on Saturday afternoon. Lots of seating, good for groups. You order then sit (I believe) as thats what most people were doing. They bring you your food (think pancake & Waffles) when it's ready and you grab your own condiments. I ordered The Bento because I couldn't make up my mind. It included rice, mac salad,1 slice spam, Mochiko Chicken, BBQ Beef, and 2 large pieces of Shrimp Katsu. Mochiko Chicken is light and crispy and the Shrimp Katsu was battered and huge. The BBQ Beef was succulent and juicy however the sauce wasn't overwhelming. Spam is spam. The rice was a tad dry however the mac salad was good. I did not eat any of the other plates however since all were empty, Im assuming it was Ono. Next to the register there is a display case with various desserts. The next day going home, we stopped by to grab some dessert. The Lava Rocks come in a pair at $5.50. Moist, soft and super chocolaty. The chocolate haupia bar was very nice and not overly sweet. The Chantilly brownie was very chocolaty with a hint of Chantilly and nuts only on top. Both bars were a Shareable size. Overall the staff is very helpful and friendly, the restaurant itself, very bright & open and the food was very Ono! Highly recommend. read more

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Solid first stop place off the plane with the rental car! Not the best ever but such a great affordable and quality options! Inside dining that I suspect get busier at certain times. We were there on a late Sunday afternoon. Mostly locals but in a nicer strip mall with a great Safeway for groceries and other business. Good parking generally. I just got a basic Saimin and it was adequate and tasty. Not best ever but I enjoyed it. My wife got the Ono burger that was in fact Ono brah! Nice small staff and pretty quick service. It was a better and more enjoyable choice than Tin Roof as inside dining available though food quality between the two choices is subjective to the one eating. Tin Roof is closed Sunday and Monday. Kaleis has some great deals on bento combos weekdays I was sorry we missed but maybe another time when we are in town! Go Try Try! read more

I would recommend DA BENTO or BIG KAHUNA to try a little bit of everything and sub a side for the BRUSSELS SPROUTS!! Da Bento comes with fried shrimp, fried chicken, spam and beef teriyaki. While the Big Kahuna comes with fried fish, fried chicken, and beef patty. Overall the tastiest things were the beef patty and shrimp other than the Brussels which were so flavorful and crispy. Next time I would try the chicken katsu which also looked good! Great portion sizes for the price while still having solid meat quality. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Big Kahuna - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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I don't know how I haven't reviewed Kalei's until now. It's now a tradition that after stopping at Target for provisions, we stop at Kalei's before heading to the hotel. Everything we've ordered here has been delicious. My favorites are the chili garlic shrimp (though I don't love the shell on preparation) and the shrimp katsu. I'm also a huge fan of their rice (not gluey and cooked perfectly) and their mac salad. Our most recent trip to Maui got us in during breakfast and I had their corned beef croquettes. Delicious! I highly recommend Kalei's. Their menu has something for everyone, service is A+ with friendly and helpful staff and the food is delicious. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Corned beef croquettes. - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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The ala carte teriyaki chicken was a big portion and is delicious. I grabbed that along with the chicken salad. Both were freshly made to order and very tasty. Great and filling dinner. Great customer service. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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Kalei's is the local spot in Central Maui if you're new to the island and wanting to try some ono Plate lunches or you're a local trying to satisfy your cravings! I treated myself today and got the Mini Ono Ala Kalei with Capers, Tomatoes, Mushrooms in this frothy butter sauce! It's sooo addicting! It's accompanied by a side of rice and instead of the Mac Salad, you can opt for healthier choices like the Side Green Salad with Papaya Dressing or they have their famous Hurricane Brussel Sprouts. If I'm trying to be budget friendly, they have a yummy Saimin which is $6 if you're wanting some comforting broth and noodles or a Weekly Cheap Eats which is $6 and basically a mini lunch plate. Mondays are always my favorite because they have Shoyu Chicken and sometimes Chili with Hot Dog. I heard the cashier say 4 is the Cheap Eats limit or they'll charge more. My friends usually get the Mahi Burger, Chop Steak, and can't go wrong with a Hamburger Steak or Loco Moco. They usually have a selection of pies & breads. Today didn't really have much. Try their Pumpkin crunch, selection of cheesecakes like Blueberry or Strawberry or their Mud Pie. Go for the Banana Bread if you're wanting Bread instead of the Mango. I was pretty disappointed when I got the Mango Bread before, it was a bit more dry and didn't have those mango pieces throughout. Overall, a great spot if you're wanting some local kine grinds. Lunch time can be quite busy but if I ever go between 2-4 pm it's quieter and food is faster. They close late at 8 pm. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Outside - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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We looked for a local spot to grab lunch when we landed at the Maui airport and Yelp directed us here! The food was amazing, such a big portion for lunch, it kept us going for the rest of the day and was reasonably priced. Everyone working was very nice and food came out quickly despite the never ending line. I was very happy with my teriyaki beef and every dish comes with a side rice and mac salad. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Teriyaki Beef with rice and Mac salad. - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

Delicious food! Spacious place with tons of tables to sit at. Ordered the chicken plate and it came with rice and Mac salad. Staff were super friendly and nice, would come back again the next time I visit read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Chicken plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

Another spot recommended by a local so I was super excited to try this during my stay in Maui. The Maui Lani location was just a 10 minute drive to our hotel by the airport, making this a convenient spot to pick up some last minute food before heading home. I thought food was good although a bit generic as this place is mostly take out style. Even though we chose to dine in, the food was served in takeout boxes and disposable utensils. There were lots of clean open seating area for those who dined in but It seemed like there were many locals in the store who called ahead or ordered online for pickup, not as many tourists. We ordered the Saimin, hurricane fries, and Da Bento lunchbox. Out of all the items we got, I liked the hurricane furikake fries the best. It was crispy, umami, and full of flavor. The Saimin and bento box were good as well although I wish I ordered more unique items from the menu. If I did go back, I'd also want to try their dessert selection, particularly the pumpkin crunch which was unfortunately sold out by the time I had finished my food at the restaurant :( a great spot for a quick bite or picnic food for on the go read more

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I have been going to Kaleis for years. Their food is great, but things have taken a turn for the worse in a few different ways: 1. Portions have gotten smaller 2. Prices have risen substantially 3. Customer service has been hit or miss 4. The stamp cards (which you now have to spend $175 - $200 to fill up) used to get you entire plate. They cut it down to $15. Now, its only $10. Like I said, the food is great - I'm a big fan of the food itself. But everything else, I cannot abide by, so I will not be returning to Kaleis. read more

I've eaten here many times for lunch and dinner. My first time having their breakfast. Triple Double is a good deal $9: two eggs (any way), two bacon (offered choice of other breakfast meat), and two pancakes. I was curious about the Chantilly Pancakes, which they said can be my two pancakes in the Triple Double! Pancakes fill the 8x8 take out container. They only have regular coffee, but I like coffee any way that it's available. It got very crowded as lunch started with people waiting for our table. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Triple Double $9: two eggs, two bacon, and two pancakes (Chantilly Macnut Pancakes). - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

We order here for work lunches. It's great because there is a wide variety for everyone. We usually place it online in the morning and it is always ready at our specific pickup time. It's so easy to customize your order or to write a note to them. But, if you prefer to call in, the girls are super helpful and friendly. Love supporting local over chain restaurants. Take your ohana, friends...everyone, to check them out. Their location is great with lots of parking and tons of table space to eat inside! read more

We went for dinner this visit but I was just a lil too late to get the cheap eats they ran out. I got the grilled Ono burger and I was confused cause it looked like a fried egg at a glance. It was a big portion of fish it needed some seasoning but still good and only $11. My husband had nicely well done cheeseburger. Good service and plenty of seating. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Menu - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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Recommended by a local who thought we were locals. This was a little far from where we stayed but it was a nice drive to support a spot less touristy. In an unassuming strip mall, the restaurant was fairly empty for a late lunch. Lots of people came and went to get food to go. We weren't hungry enough to order individual plates, so we shared one bento lunch plate and got sides. Here's our take: - Da Bento Box: mac salad nice and cold, mochi chicken had lots of flavor, shrimp was BIG (came w two), and beef was tender with lots of flavor. Great variety for a plate lunch. - brussel sprouts: loved char and the pork belly bits were nice touch - fried rice: HUGE for the price and had spam! Flavor was on point, a little loose for my liking, but really good value. It took a while for the food, but it seemed like a popular spot for locals to take out. It's worth checking out. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Da Bento, Brussels, fried rice - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

Good food & friendly service. Didn't get to try the desserts as we were on our way to the airport. We will definitely come back to this restaurant next time we are in Maui. A lot of customers seem to be locals & a couple of police officers came to eat there as well. I think that's a good sign. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Da bento - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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Was in the mood for some mochico chicken and came here to try it. Got the "Da Bento" which included spam, beef teriyaki, shrimp katsu, and lots of mochico chicken. Also got their Saimin soup. Service was fast and friendly. The food was very good. Da Bento is enough to feed 2 people with some left over. The spam could have been cooked a little more but that's my personal preference. They serve the food to you in compostable containers. That's cool because if you don't eat it all, you already have your to-go container. read more

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IMHO We needed a lunch meet-up place for those of us who had just arrived on the island from the airport. We texted everyone to meet at Kalei's Lunchbox on Maui Lani. Order and pay at the counter, then pick your table. We secured a long table for our party of nine. The restaurant is clean and bright. My family ordered the Triple Double, two pancakes, two eggs, and 2 slices of Portuguese sausage, a Cheeseburger & Fries, Chili Garlic Shrimp w/a side of Hurricane Brussel Sprouts, and either the Big Kahuna or Da Bento. All food is served in take-out boxes, which I think is brilliant. Portions are generous and the prices super affordable! Don't forget to check out their display of pastry delights! I just had to order some Chocolate Bread! Next time, I will order more!!! Get thee to Kalei's Lunchbox! You won't regret it. read more

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Stoped by for lunch after Iao Valley! It was super busy at lunchtime. You can dine in or takeout and eat outside on picnic tables. I ordered the shrimp katsu, it was a good portion and fried perfectly. The Mac salad was super good too! read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Shrimp katsu - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

We stopped by after flying in since they're located near the airport. Lots of recommendations online so we were excited to try them as our first meal in Maui. We got the Breaded Beef Teriyaki and Kalei's Bento plate. Both were amazing but I highly recommend trying the breaded beef teriyaki plate - super unique with crispy breading fried over marinated and tender beef. Order and pay at the counter. They have lots of dessert options in a case which we didn't try but looked really good. Open seating which we didn't have an issue finding a spot when we arrived during a weekday lunch time. Out of all of the meals we had in Maui, this was one of our favorites so I highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. read more

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Second time coming here after arriving from the airport. We like that it's in the same plaza as an Ululani's - nothing like a classic plate lunch followed up with a shave ice! Da Bento has a little bit of everything that you're looking for in a combo plate. Line was a bit long since it was around lunch time but there was plenty of seating to accommodate our large party. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Da Bento: Spam, Mochiko Chicken, Beef Teriyaki and Shrimp Katsu with White Rice and Mac Salad - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

HUGE PORTIONS! You definitely get your money's worth here. Theres a special place in my heart for their Mochiko chicken. The texture is crunchy and slightly chewy. We ordered and recommend: - Big Kahuna This is a combo Plate of Mochiko Chicken, Hamburger Steak (includes mushrooms & onions) & Asian Crusted Mahi. - Hurricane Brussel Sprouts with Pipikaula We shared between two people and still had leftovers. Super casual restaurant. Inside can get full, but lots of tables that turn over quickly. read more

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I really LOVE Kalei's Lunchbox, what an amazing place! I usually stick to my usual spots for breakfast but during one of my weekend trips to Maui I was happy to make a change to Kalei's for breakfast, then we stopped by for lunch on another trip, and this recent visit we stopped by to grab some food for flight after our 5 hour layover. ( which was more than enough time) Kalei's Lunchbox is so nice, spacious, clean and welcoming! Order at the counter, you can either dine in or take out. The staff is so nice! They have great local foods, plate lunches, daily specials and I am shocked at their $6. cheap eats, where can you get $6. cheap eats nowadays. Although our visits are normally on a Saturdays - the only day there is no cheap eat specials. When we got breakfast for the very first time, I remembered we only spent under $15. for 2, you really can get more bangs for your bucks here. I also tried the Ono fish special (Kalei style) for lunch and that was so good too! For this most recent visit (5/2025), I got chicken katsu ($7.) mochiko chicken ($7.) and chow fun ($8.) for our flight. Me and the other half shared our chicken and so we could half both katsu/mochiko and ate our plate with chow fun too & yay, wow! I loved how the chow fun is cooked, Okazuya style, never had chow fun like this for so long. Super happy belly, we got food for our flight, what a treat, enjoying lunch, watching a movie, while in the air. What a great combination, made the other passengers next to me jealous, hehe. All in all, check out Kalei's Lunchbox, totally recommend. They do have the best plate lunch & Ono kine grindz! Mahalo @Kalei's Lunchbox! We will be back!! read more

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Have gone to Kaleis a couple of times after a medical appointment at Maui Lani Medical. Hubby and I will definitely be back. Lovely staff - so helpful to new customers. Servings very generous for lunch. We had leftovers for our evening meal. Chicken Katsu was great. Ambience was "local kine") that is friendly and child friendly. Our Grandson is 29 so we enjoy the little ones. read more

We had such an incredible meal and this is truly a rare find! Hana maikaʻi to the great people at Kalei's Lunchbox! My new favorite spot and who I'll be calling for catering! Talking about broke da mouth! The aloha, the food, the balance of everything, it was such a pleasure. If this is your standard, you are about to take over, and you should, we need more places like this with great service and quality food! I have not had quality like this since my many days patronizing the famous Helena's of Honolulu and my neighbors inviting me to family potlucks over there! I am not from Hawaiʻi, just passing through for a few years, but I love it here, I respect the culture, and I am always experimenting with Hawaiian and local-style food at home and with friends. I have explored all over Oʻahu and Maui looking for this exact feeling in a meal, and kind good people, and this reminds me of my time at another all time favorite Auntie Maile's in Los Angeles, truly hard to find! I am genuinely happy I finally got to try it here, it's been on my radar. My guest said it was phenomenal as well, I say my experience was a real Sunday blessing! Even the saimin broth was ono and it paired perfectly with the kalbi and brussels sprouts. The mac salad was chefs kiss as well. Next time I have to try the pies, everything looked super fabulous and HOME MADE. I have ʻohana coming from Oʻahu soon and I will definitely be sharing this spot. You can feel the pride of ownership and the care in every dish. The depth of that kalbi marinade is something else, it's indescribable. Pear? Apple? Guava? I'll never know. It was tropical and juicy! Take it from me, I am a harsh critic, and from Maui to Honolulu it is very hard to find this level of aloha in the food anywhere. I'm easy to spot, I'll be the new regular with the biggest smile as I try every dish, and take more order for home, don't mind me.. try the whole menu! Mahalo nui loa. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - There's an amazing chef doing what they absolutely love, I can feel the aloha in every bite! - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

My girlfriend and I went here the other day and she had the corned beef hash with eggs over easy and rice. I decide to have the smoke meat plate. This is Definitely a local dish but it's not the easiest to get right. The way kale is makes it brings back childhood memories. My dad and my uncles and my grandfather used to hunting and then they would make different things like sausage and smoke meat was one of those things. The recipe they use and the flavorings are all reminiscent of these things. The service is always good every time we go. I like the roominess and really like the pictures on the wall. Just a shame that the view of the harbor is wasted unless you got to the bathroom. But I know they had no control of that it was whom ever designed the building. I definitely recommend stopping by they have some good food and the prices are good for Maui. read more

After arriving we were looking for a local spot and found this place. It's a small place with maybe 8 tables. You order your food a they bring it to you. Place was clean and food was good. Will certain be the spots to hit when we're in the area. read more

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Food was great! Portions are pretty generous so unless you're a BIG eater, I would highly recommend splitting 1 plate between 2 people. I like the idea of ordering at the counter and waiting for your food at the table, makes it quick and convenient. The vibe was casual, family friendly and Hawaiian music to make your meal time even more enjoyable! I had the Furikake Mochiko Chicken and loved it! read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Furikake Mochiko Chicken Plate - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

OK, this is my favorite kind of restaurant in Hawaii, local grindz in a clean and modern setting. From what I've read, they started as a food truck, then opened in Kahului and now in Lahaina and I can see why. She got the special with a small hamburger and a small bowl of saimin for $12. She wasn't crazy about the burger but the saimin was good. I got Chicken Katsu with curry and it was delicious! I would definitely get this again but I also want to try other dishes here. We'll be back! read more

Best food on the island recommended by a local and only want to eat here the remainder of my stay. Hamburger was fine but the furikake mochiko chicken plate was THE BEST holy moly. Also the mac salad is good, the bathrooms are clean and indoor seating!! read more

Good food, friendly staff. Had the chicken Katsu with curry and it was delicious. Glad I found this place. Will definitely come back when I visit Maui again. read more

Small place, mostly locals. Did not even know what a plate lunch is, but the locals who brought me showed me the ropes. Great little restaurant with many options. read more

Our first time visiting this place, looks so promising online and pictures. We ordered 3 plates including a side of fries, we ordered at 5:49p and never got an update until 6:25p, I asked the cashier what ever happened to our food she said let me check, later she says it's gonna take another 10mins. Keep in mind 7ppl ahead of us got there food and we haven't. I was a little frustrated. Later she tells me oh they missing something, I asked what was it they said the fries and they had a catering order that came between the order. I was like well it would have been nice to be notified so that we not waiting sitting like ducks for our food. Later she refunded the items, the added tip was NOT refunded. There is also a surcharge of 3% on the order. She hands me the bag of food then tell me no fries (which I originally had on my order) talk about missing food and later the bag was soaked with oil from the fish soup. What a horrible experience and waste of time. Very disappointing. I'm adding that the customer service was flat, no apologies just a look like it was my fault. Horrible, not worth the money read more

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I was so impressed by this restaurant. The food was simply delicious and the pricing was excellent for the quality. We started with a croissant sandwich, and the croissant itself was nice and warm--perfectly flaky and made the whole sandwich feel fresh and wonderful. We also got two bentos, and they had the right kind of mix with a variety of great flavors that complemented each other perfectly. The service, however, was what made the experience truly memorable. The employees looked like they were in high school or early college, but their customer service was some of the best I've ever encountered. They must have great mentors because they were attentive, polite, and truly seemed to care. While the food is the main attraction, the incredible service is a huge bonus. You really must try this place if you get the chance! read more

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Great place to experience the taste of local food. We came for lunch after exploring Iao Valley. The line to order was long but moved fast. Food came out quickly, portions were large and we all left happy. The kids meals are impressively well priced considering how much food is in them! Also notable- we were previously in Kaanapali eating mostly resort food. It is a relief and a pleasure to eat real food and to support a local business. Delicious! read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Machiko chicken - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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My family ate here twice and both times were not disappointed. The slow cooker pork and beef stew were particularly good. Flavors from both support a slow cook experience and the gravy by itself could be a meal. They were a tad skimpy on gravy especially when eating with a healthy scoop or two of white rice ( if skipping the macaroni salad ). Pricing was reasonable and the staff was friendly but a little scarce once seated and the food was delivered. In fairness they only recently opened and were trying to hire for just about every position. So I don't ding them for being less attentive. A great restaurant if you're looking for some authentic dishes while visiting west Maui. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

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For me it's the desserts at this place that really sing! Chocolate haupia pie had my mom dreaming of coming here. The food is solid, generous portions. Super fast, comforting and reliable. Feed everybody, till they full and still have leftovers read more

Really great food - especially the Mochiko Chicken - but the service and vibe were kind of weird? Make sure you bring your own water because they will only give you empty water cups when asked...for some reason...? We ordered Da Bento which included: * Mochiko Chicken (5/5): Really yummy - juicy and crispy. It was giving karaage. * Teriyaki Beef (4/5): A little sweeter than I would've preferred but otherwise yummy. * Shrimp Katsu (4/5): Yummy * Spam (4/5): The slice could've been thicker or cooked a bit longer but I guess that's personal preference * Rice: This combo 10000% should've included 2 scoops of rice rather than just one considering the amount of meat. I actually had to scrape up every last grain. read more

Kaleis Lunchbox - Da Bento: Mochiko Chicken (5/5), Teriyaki Beef (4/5), Shrimp Katsu (4/5), Spam (4/5). Definitely needed extra rice. - Hawaiian Near Me - Wailuku, Hawaii

Kalei's Lunchbox is a hidden gem tucked away in a humble strip mall next to Safeway, but don't let the location fool you--this place serves up some of the most wholesome, local island food around. We ordered the chili garlic shrimp plate, and it was packed with flavor, served with generous scoops of rice and creamy mac salad. You can tell everything is made fresh and with care. The variety on the menu is huge--from classic plate lunches to fun specials like taro burgers and mochiko chicken add-ons. They've even got tempting desserts like Kona mud pie if you've saved room. Friendly service, fast kitchen, and plenty of food options whether you're craving something rich or something light. Bonus points for their rotating specials and the cheerful vibe inside. Definitely worth the stop! read more

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Teri beef sandwich and chicken katsu curry so "Ono"! Clean and Friendly service - a must visit when in Wailuku. The desserts are all homemade and mouth watering! Highly recommended! read more

I was craving plate lunch and we found this place on our way to West Maui for a hike. We came in at lunch time on Easter and were able to order right away. There were so many authentic Hawaiian plate lunches (and other food) to choose from. I opted for the Crispy Chili Garlic Shrimp with rice and greens. It was so good -- maybe a little spicy but I managed. My husband ordered the Jumbo Shrimp Katsu with rice and Mac salad. It was so light and flakey and the dipping sauces were a good complement. Also got a cherry cheesecake to enjoy on the drive to the hike. We will definitely stop by again if we're in the area. read more

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