I hate to leave bad reviews...but it's sad to see something that used to be good, now be so bad. The first red flag should have told me What I needed to know, the lack of customers. This place used to be so packed. only two tables were occupied. Also, the caliber of staffing is not the same. I was used to bread being served while we waited for our food. Now you have to order the "bread basket". it wasn't too expensive, so inndid t really care. when it came out, it seemed like ciabatta from Costco. it was served with whipped garlic butter. Wasn't bad tasting at all though. The entrees were good (beef tips / meatloaf). another red flag was the lack of desserts. Kula Bistro used to be know for desserts. I feel they were they were never a letdown if you just wanted desserts. Now, the showcase is pretty much empty. Now to the most shadiest part, the payment. I already feel the prices are too high for the experience you get here. When we went to pay, there's a cash price and credit card price. This wasn't posted anywhere and a big surprise. To me, this makes this place feel trashy and cheap, but with a big price tag. There's a reason this place is empt. Now I know. read more

Great food, great service! My husband and I ate here last night. We have been to Kula Bistro several times in the past, although it's been two years since the last time. I've been seeing some pretty negative reviews on here recently, and wonder how it could be the same place we ate last night. I ordered the wasabi pea and pistachio ahi and it was delicious. Rich, creamy mashed purple potatoes as the base, with a sauce so good I could have licked it off the plate. My husband had the Bistro penne pasta with shrimp and he raved about it. The portions were large, we took enough home to make a second meal out of it. My husband also had the New York cheesecake and said it was better than most. That's another point I wanted to make. Someone posted they didn't have desserts anymore. The dessert case was filled with delicious treats. My only complaint is there wasn't anything that was gluten free. I miss the flourless chocolate lava cake they used to serve, I wish their baker could bring it back. Our server was fantastic. She was personable, professional, attentive to our every need without being intrusive. I wish I'd asked her name so I could give her a shout out. I like that they have a nice outdoor patio now. We didn't sit out there because it was pretty windy, but hoping to on our next visit. Overall, I think Kula Bistro is still more than worth the drive upcountry for a very special dining experience. read more

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1425150096141841/?fs=e&mibextid=wwXIfr&fs=e I was not sure if there are good restaurants in Maui but turned out this restaurant should not be skipped ! We are so impressed with the food. Love how warm the people are at this restaurant! It is worth the drive from Ka'anapali:) read more

Such a gem, highly recommend!! We stopped in for lunch with a group of 10 and didn't have reservations. We were greeted warmly and they needed a few minutes to put a few tables together. The restaurant was clean and had a homey vibe to it. The menu is huge and had so many fantastic options. We all had multiple things we wanted to try, but since we were flying out later that day we couldn't try all the options on this visit. The owner was our waitress who was personable, gave great suggestions and made our visit very enjoyable. We all loved our meals! The focaccia bread on the sandwiches was SO delicious and the bread is made onsite. All the ingredients were very fresh and the salads were really tasty too. The portions are very generous. We look forward to visiting this wonderful restaurant when in the area in the future. read more

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I recently had breakfast here with family. It was really hard to decide what to order since everything on the menu sounded good. I decided to order My Little Pete's Loco Moco, and I'm really glad I did. I've had Loco Moco many times, but this was the best I've ever had! The portion was really large, so I had leftovers for the next day. Everyone enjoyed their breakfast, and I can't wait to go back! read more

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We were in Kula looking for a quick place to eat and initially thought this was more of a chill, casual spot, but it's definitely more of a full-service restaurant. It was a little pricier than we expected, but the portions were absolutely massive, so you definitely get a lot of food. We got the calamari and the seafood pink sauce pasta. The calamari was so light and crispy, which I loved. The seafood pasta was also really delicious, especially the shrimp. Everything was flavorful and satisfying. The service was just okay. They weren't super attentive, although there was a large table they were taking care of, so I understand. Overall, really good food and huge portions, just a little more expensive and formal than we expected. read more

Kula Bistro - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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For the last few years we've come to Kula after a long day hiking Haleakala's national park and every 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 read more

Kula Bistro - Calamari Appetizer - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Breakfast. Loco moco with fried rice, side biscuit, and oatmilk latte (2 shots included and got 1 more shot). Loco moco with gravy on the side- Great hamburger patty! Loved the mushrooms and grilled onions. Fried rice had sabory bits of burnt ends that made this fried rice really good! Super ʻono, peeps! Gotta try! Oatmilk latte had too much milk so the oat milk overpowered the coffee taste. It was okay, but needed the extra shot to get a coffee flavor in there. Take away note: See those packages of cookies on the dessert counter? get it if you see it. Great ambiance! read more

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This was one of top recommendations and especially from our Airbnb host. They gave us complimentary bread with this amazing butter as there was a bit of a wait. That bread and butter was some of the best ever! The lobster mac and cheese was delicious, super loaded. I was a little disappointed with the risotto as I felt that the red wine was a little too strong and overpowered the other flavors. The staff were super friendly. I'd definitely come back and try some of their other entrees and definitely get the bread and butter! read more

Kula Bistro - Bread with Garlic Herb Butter; Follow me @RimyEats on Instagram - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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I've always wanted to check out this little town and restaurant and never find the time. Up In high country and in evening really cooler. We sat outside right away at very basic picnic tables. Very kind staff that were conversational. There is no alcohol there but suggested we could go nearby and buy a bottle of wine or something which we did. No corkage fee but provided glasses. We got the meatball app and the bread plate. They were good but the compound butter served with the bread was good enough to finish eating on my leather shoes!! Daughter ordered lobster Mac and cheese per my mention of its traction on Yelp. Boyfriend got the chicken parm. She loved the lobster but Mac was not as she expected, more of a slightly cheesy pomodoro cream sauce. He liked the chicken but he's from an east coast Italian family and wasn't too impressed. Neither finished their pasta at all. My wife ordered the ribeye medium and it came with a basic mash potato and veg that was a bit overcooked. Steak was beyond medium but as big as her head!! I ordered the meatball with spaghetti and mushroom sauce. I wasn't thinking as we ordered the meatball app!!! Our nice server said while placing it in front of me it was the heaviest dish! Wish I knew. They have very basic pasta varieties so that's why I stuck with spaghetti. This was huge and quite good. Frankly my all day sauce and honestly my short version with mushrooms and my meatball recipe is better than theirs. Family tradition. The meatballs were big but obviously some filler. So we went home with a lot of leftovers from the spaghetti and steak. Like more than half of each. We should have just shared the steak as it was bigger than the ribeye we share at home. Overall I highly recommend that everyone get off the beach dining places that all serve different versions of the same thing and go upcountry and try this! Some ears were popping as I was coasting the jeep back down the highway. It is not particularly authentic Italian cuisine and may not live up to home preferences but this great staff will get you fed well and thigh prices are high there is great value! read more

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Here's what I like: They cook protein well. Friendly staff. 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. read more

Holy Moly Lobster Macaroni!! I love Kula Bistro. It's tucked away up country but worth the drive or a convenient place to stop when coming down the hill after visiting Haleakala. I've been a handful of times and have always had a good experience. We stopped in last night for dinner. Walk ins only- no reservations. We were seated right away for just the two of us. If you have a larger party you may need to wait for a bit to be seated. We ordered their house salad to start. The fresh local greens were delicious. It was a generous portion that could easily serve 4 people as a side. For dinner I ordered the lobster mac. In my mind I pictured plain old Mac n cheese with lobster chunks in it (think Ruth Chris). When it got to the table my jaw dropped. A whole lobster tail was on top of some rigatoni pasta, covered in light but creamy cheese sauce. it also had spinach, bacon bits and cherry tomato mixed in. OMG SO GOOD. I was pleasantly surprised and impressed. The portion size was very generous and I had some to take home. I appreciated that the cheese was not too over powering and didn't cause any rumble in my tummy. My other half got the prime rib. Also a generous portion. It came with grilled veggies, mashed potatoes, au jus and horseradish cream. They have a giant pastry/dessert case full of yummy treats you can choose from. We took a slice of cheesecake home for dessert. Delish. It's BYOB. Bring your own beer or wine, just no hard liquor. There is a mom & pop shop just across the street with a decent wine selection. They provide glasses for you. Not sure if they charged a corking fee. Overall great experience. Huge portions, yummy food and chill but cozy atmosphere. Parking can be a little difficult when they are busy. read more

Kula Bistro - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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We love Kula Bistro. We first came here years ago when it was a bit more of a casual cafe with a case full of cakes and very simple inexpensive cuisine with minimal decor or frills. The food was scrumptious - so flavorful and simple with good flavor combinations. Now, it has gotten a makeover and a price adjustment. It is quite a bit pricier than ever before. The sandwiches are still reasonable and delicious, but other items just seemed too pricey to venture. Service was great as always. Mama J was sweet and fun. This is still a great spot, but the occasion has shifted from a casual quick drop in to a seated meal that you want to make time to enjoy. read more

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Made in just in time before breakfast time was over. Something that has been on the list for a while but I struggle to wake up for. Cute little restaurant which was pretty spacious inside. The place was packed in the morning and parking was a bit of work to find. Very clean little cute decor for the holiday. The service was great the waitress serving us was sweet and the food came out in a good amount of time. Getting into the food pretty big portions. And presentation is well done. I got a loco moco which good the mushrooms and onions were cooked well and the gravy was good. The patty was okay for me not the most flavorful. I got a side of friend rice which was flavorful but just alright for me. I got to try the chicken 8 waffles and the waffles were great and I enjoyed the mochiko chicken flavor wise on the gingery side. I wish they did have more syrup that was on the chicken. Overall a good time & a little fun trip out of towns read more

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Delicious, but pricy. It was $173+ for four of us, no drinks, no appetizers, no dessert. And we didn't even have the most expensive entrees. It is a lovely little place on a side road in Kula. We were lucky that it was an unusually quiet evening, so we were able to park in front and only had to wait a few minutes for a table. It's pretty inside and I was happy that there is space between the tables. They didn't try to cram in too much. The kitchen has enough work already for how many tables they have because everything is made fresh. Please note, this means you might need to wait a bit longer for your food. The menu is large. There are daily specials and a keiki menu. The staff are friendly and accommodating. The chairs are metal and I wished for something with a bit of padding as sitting on an unyielding chair was tough on a body riddled with a lot of osteoarthritis. Portions are large. I had the prime rib sandwich with skin-on, seasoned fries and pickle slices on the side. (There was another side option besides fries, but I can't remember what.) I barely finished the sandwich and needed help with the fries. (Others were happy to help out.) There was a deli case with many different kinds of desserts. Initially I had my eyes on some of the dessert offerings but after all that food, I was stuffed like a Thanksgiving turkey. It would be a great place for a date. If you tend to get cold, bring a sweater or jacket. You can bring your own wine. read more

Kula Bistro - Prime rib on sourdough with fries and pickle slices - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

Food: 3/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Portion to Price: 2/5 Overall: A bit pricy for dinner I'd say. The extended review... Food: Crusted Ahi - 3/5 - The dish was standard fare. POG Bar - 3/5 - Definitely nice to have a local dessert. It was standard fare. Service: 3/5 - Standard service Ambiance: 4/5 - A nice setting. Portion to Price: 2/5 - A little pricy for dinner. read more

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We wound up going there on July 4 because a lot of places weren't open. The food is very good and the portions are larger. I had the chicken Parmesan, which I liked the noodles could've been a bit warmer and they keep the skin on the chicken which I didn't care for I had to remove that. My partner had the lobster mac & cheese, and that was outstanding, and the spaghetti and meatballs were darn good too the other table had the Wagyu meatloaf for looked really good portions or large for entrées. I had a half salad of the house greens and veggies, and it was excellent fact it was my favorite part of the meal. The service was very good Matt who is the waiter there has been there for many years and he is pleasant and knowledgeable. We sat outdoors, which is open air, which we enjoy overall this is a better than average place a tiny bit off the beaten path I have eaten their desserts in the past and they're good. We were just too full last night read more

What can I say but WOW. Yes I used capitals cause I was yelling. I thought "where in the hidden neighborhood of out of the way boondocks" are we going but was I impressed, heck to the yeah. Loco moco, yeah I know what you are going to say, what can u do with a loco moco to make it bomb. Well you didn't try this one right? Ok then don't make me force you to try it cause you will be happy. Unless you don't eat meat then well I'm sorry. Check the pic, you won't be disappointed. The crab eggs Benedict was my daughter's choice and it was the bomb. Perfectly crabby and not too crabby and the potatoes were great too. Check the pic. My wife had the Mac nut pancakes (not pictured) and it was 3 huge cakes. Don't order 3, just get one and share entrees with your fams, it's a lot and you will have leftovers if u order 3. Unless you are a competitive eater then you do 3 bro. The place is clean and well kept. We went on an off time but I am pretty sure this place gets packed. There seemed to be seating outside if that is your jam and the inside seating was AC. The bathroom was clean and the parking is on the side of the building, which it seemed to be a bunch of them. If you are full and want to walk. Check out the store across the street and take a pic with the OG post office window. Don't even ask, I will be back!!!!! read more

Kula Bistro - Loco moco - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Best place in Kula for a great get together with friends and family. Their portions are generous, food is always fresh and delicious, Service is excellent! Eli was our server today. He's the best!!! Friendly, charming and professional. He recommended the special: meatloaf with roasted vegetables. Wow!!! It was so delicious! Big enough to share (of take the rest home for dinner) The salad are always fresh. They actually have a garden right there! The fish is fresh. Lobster mac and cheese... not to be missed! read more

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Fast service. Fresh ingredients. Mash potatoes were cold but still good. I would come Back. read more

Kula Bistro - Mac Nut Mahimahi - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

This place is so charming upcountry. The location, the ambiance, the menu, the dessert bar...it's all so rustic and perfect. Even the prices are reasonable for Maui. We want to love this place, but the few times we come, the experience seems to keep us away for another year. This last trip we started with some tasty looking appetizers. First, the cheese curds. Whoa! The presentation was fabulous and the salad mix it was paired with was so inventive. 10/10. Next was the Parmesan Stuffed Artichoke. It looked wild and delicious, and some of the flavors were great, but the actual artichoke was inedible. I'm no artichoke connoisseur, but it seems like the bar for any dish is being able to chew and swallow it. This was like parmesan cactus tobacco...we had to keep spitting it out. For our main dish, we ordered the Lamb Meatballs. We love trying meatballs to see how they rate (Casanova's being #1 on the island, or Rao's from the frozen section.) These weren't as bad as the artichoke, but close. We got through about half before we tapped out. They tasted like they just balled up hamburger meat and cooked it. No seasoning or flavor and definitely not soft like lamb meat normally is. The waitress was very inattentive. We had to seek her out after 20 minutes of waiting for our check. We heard more than once the servers talk about how busy they were, but there were also a lot of waitstaff on the floor. The POG bar and dessert bar are great. read more

We celebrated a birthday with brunch here. The food was amazing as usual. Large tasty portions with something for everyone on the menu. The service is always fast and super friendly. This place is constantly good and definitely worth the drive from town. read more

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Had lunch today and Benny was our server. We got professional service with Aloha. Shared the Turkey Panini which came with Caesar Salad. Ordered fries on the side. It was delicious and filling. Tried the Seasonal Dessert- S'more's Ice Cream Pie. Yum! There is indoor and outdoor seating available. It is one of our favorite restaurants for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. When in Kula, Maui must try! read more

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This would absolutely be my first recommendation for anyone going to Maui. The food was amazing, everyone in our party agreed it was the best we had our entire stay. The woman who served us was so friendly and welcoming. She even had a list of recommendations we took a picture of. It's tastefully decorated and relaxed feeling. I had the coconut shrimp and a salad, both were amazing, but that salad dressing, wow! I hope next time I'm there they start selling bottles of the stuff (hint hint if you are reading this Kula Bistro staff!) it was really that good. read more

This place never disappoints! Love their breakfast options. Staff are always friendly and so happy to serve you. read more

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Amazing! Food, Service, Everything amazing! Tried a few apps and they were big and delicious. I didn't really like the stuffed artichoke, it was a little too mayonnaisey for me. Ate the dry aged steak and it was AMAZING. Pricey, But worth it. Inside is clean and simple and very spacious. They also have a restroom inside the restaurant. Service was also AMAZING! They were ALL friendly and personable. read more

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For reference I have been eating at this building since '97. Today under this ownership/management may be the last. The service just to much. Especially the older lady who calls herself "mama something" very pushy and condescending. She actually tried to explain Portuguese sausage to me. It seemed like every 5 minutes someone is interrupting our meal. As soon as I finished they took my plate, wife was still enjoying her food when asked if she needed a box. Shortly the bill was brought without us asking. You need to let people enjoy their meal. We felt very rushed. The food was mediocre. I had the Benedict , the hollandaise sauce doesn't seem homemade, seems pre-packaged. One yoke broken and hard. Pancake was heavy and rubbery. Not a good experience. read more

This is such a wonderful place to have dinner, I wish I had one near my house. The food was amazing. I totally did not expect this high-level of culinary execution from such a small, no-reservation taking, off the beaten path, place up in the hills of Maui. Our server was great as were the rest of the staff; Very attentive. The food from the bread appetizer to the desserts are really something to dream about. I rarely leave such glowing reviews for places, but this place really deserves it. And they definitely deserve your patronage if you live on Maui or are just visiting as we were. What a great place! We will definitely be back! read more

Kula Bistro - Filet mignon - excellent - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Disappointed with additional service fees. I have gone to the Kula Bistro many times (50+) over the years. I ate there last night and was terribly disappointed because I used $200 in gift certificates and was charged an additional 3% service fee for not using cash. The gift cards were issued by the restaurant (there would be no credit card surcharge). I was told they charge 3% for all non cash transactions - even if I used gift cards issued by the restaurant. I eat there often - this is the first time a fee was charged for using their own gift card! Also, I've been charged the 3% credit card fees on two of my last three visits when I paid cash. When I questioned the staff why I was charged a fee - I was told it's a 'computer glitch' with the cash register. They brought the 3% cash back - but it seems to be protocol that the fee is automatic on all transactions (cash or credit) - hoping the guest doesn't notice. Terribly disappointed! Below is the Hawaii Law: 2025 Hawaii Revised StatutesTitle 26. Trade Regulation and Practice481B. Unfair and Deceptive Practices481B-13 Gift certificates. Universal Citation: HI Rev Stat § 481B-13 (2025) §481B-13 Gift certificates. (a) Any restaurant or person engaged in the business of offering services or goods for sale at retail may allow customers to purchase gift certificates. A certificate issuer shall not charge a service fee, including but not limited to a service fee for dormancy or inactivity. read more

Kula Bistro - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

Really enjoyed the visit and the food is definitely good quality - I tried the Wagyu Bolognese and it was a pretty big sized portion - I also liked the Lobster but wished there was a slightly bigger portion of it, but otherwise enjoyed my dine-in there - Miguel Morales Photography read more

Kula Bistro - Wagyu Meatball Bolognese (@miguelmoralesphotography on Instagram) - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

Our favorite go to in Maui. You have to buy the wine across the street at the grocery store but they do have non alcoholic to order. I had the chicken alfredo and the missus had macadamia encrusted mahi mahi. Both excellent. Get the side order of bread because the garlic butter is out of this world. read more

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We were in Kula and wanted some lunch. We noticed that Kula bistro had quite good reviews. Parking was a little tight, but we parked down the street and walked over. We were able to get a table and had a decent lunch. My wife had coconut shrimp, and I had the grilled mahi-mahi plate. I got a Caesar salad on the side and thought it was just OK. I will say all the ingredients were fresh and it seemed like there was a really sincere effort to make the food enjoyable. Service from mama J was just fine. read more

Kula Bistro opened in 2012, with Owner Chef Luciano Zanon and his wife, Chantal having a vision of offering finely crafted food in an affordable and comfortable venue. Their focus was on using fresh ingredients and offering consistent quality and excellent service. Luciano, at an early age, worked in his family-owned trattoria in Venice, Italy and gained extensive experience at high-end Italian restaurants. The somewhat small casual restaurant is trendy, and offers a breakfast menu and lunch menu of pastas, paninis, salads, sandwiches, and local dishes. Their coconut shrimp and lobster mac-n-cheese are popular menu items. Kula Bistro is a family friendly restaurant that specializes in Italian inspired homestyle comfort food with Italian a Hawaiian twist and offers the following for lunch: * Appetizers: bread basket, crab cakes, calamari, cheese curds, artichokes, steamers, coconut shrimp, lobster mac-n-cheese. * Salads: Caesar, house, Asian chicken, Caprese, lilikoi salmon. * Sandwiches: chicken, mahi, Reuben, prime rib, burger, paninis, turkey/avocado, kalua pork. * Pasta: pesto, beef tips, lamb meatballs, chicken alfredo, special, shrimp scampi, wagyu meatballs, clams. * Entrees: seafood risotto, mac crusted mahi, ahi, snapper, salmon & prawns, NY steak, filet mignon, rib eye, prime rib. We ordered the following (portions are generous): * Coconut Shrimp. Four jumbo coconut beer-battered white shrimp served with house-made purple Molokai sweet potatoes in mango cilantro sauce. Great colorful presentation using huge shrimps with ingredients complementing each other well! Loved the tasty spicy sauce! My favorite! * Vegan Pasta Primavera. Lots of veggies - tomatoes, red bell peppers, Kula oyster mushrooms, broccolini, artichoke hearts, spinach, basil, tomato herb sauce with penne pasta that overflowed over the plate with its generous portions of many textures of ingredients and creamy delicious sauce! * Asian Chicken Salad. Romaine lettuce, cabbage, carrots, Mandarin oranges, red bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, grilled chicken breast with sesame vinaigrette and crunchy won tons. Tangy vinaigrette made this a wonderful dish so that you didn't want to stop eating! Lots of awesome ingredients in this salad! * Keiki penne pasta with marinara sauce. Kayla mopped up this generous portion until it was all gone, so she really enjoyed it! On the right side of the restaurant, there is a display case of many house-made desserts: slices of pies and cakes, breakfast breads, panna cotta, and pastries. You can choose any of the desserts to dine in or takeout. Desserts are pricy, ranging from $7.95 to $10.95 each. Our server, Elizabeth, was very friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable about menu items. New lunch staff replaced the morning breakfast staff, so staff were eager to please. No complaints, as our server effortlessly tended to refilling water glasses, removing dishes, and tended to our requests. The restaurant is housed in a historic building in the heart of Kula in Upcountry Maui on the slopes of Haleakala. The cozy and casual café seats 60 and can sometimes get loud when it's crowded. Groups and family gatherings are welcomed. Walls are adorned with historic paintings of the area. It is popular for breakfast for the many who trek to Haleakala National Park to see the sunrise. Hours of operation are: Mon to Wed for lunch and dinner from 11a to 8p, and Thurs to Sun breakfast from 7:30a to 10:30a and lunch/dinner from 11a to 8p. No reservations. Free parking is available in the restaurant's small private parking lot, as well as street parking. BYOB, nor corkage fee. Diners are encouraged to purchase their libations from the quaint Morihara Store across the street. While Kula Bistro is still popular with diners, services have been lessened over the years: * Their popular delicious pizzas have been discontinued. * Specials using colored chalk on a chalkboard are no longer offered; instead, items from their regular menu are offered and are called specials. * As your total bill can get very high due to pricy items of specials and dinner menu offerings, it is disappointing that management now passes a 4% surcharge to all diners using a credit or debit card. As such, payment in cash will allow diners to avoid the surcharge, but that means carrying large amounts of cash. Nonetheless, Kula Bistro remains one of our favorite restaurants when visiting Maui for authentic pastas, classic entrees, and local favorites. It also gives us a reason to take a leisurely drive through the upper elevations of the scenic and cooler Upcountry Maui region with its colorful flower farms and botanical gardens! read more

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Fruit flies, gnats, flying insects all over our heads while dining. When the issue was addressed to someone I believe the manager, she coldly replied "we are working on it" We have eaten there every week for ten years Nah, they not "workin' on it" The food is what it is read more

Kula Bistro - Looked promising - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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This is a charming and well-run neighborhood bistrobin Maui's Up Country in Kula (about 40 minutes southwest of the Kahalui airport, off of State Route 37). The food is excellent, and they serve HUGE portions at prices that aren't "cheap", but are fair for what you get! Even the Kula Salad was huge, colorful and delicious, with locally sourced vegetables that are so fresh, it tastes like they were just picked! One of the many great desserts was a POG Tropical cake, with not only the classic POG juice flavors, but coconut and whipped cream, to book! The place was hopping (and also includes a popular outdoor patio), but service was fairly good, attentive and efficient! We would return in a heartbeat if we got up to that area again! And the view on the drive there is breathtakingly beautiful! read more

One of my favorite eats in Maui. This local restaurant looks like a 1970's cafe but servers some modern contemporary food. There are theee things that you should generally go here for. First order the pancakes. It's fluffy and delicious. Second order the loco moco / hamburger steak with extra gravy. Finally save some room for dessert. They have cakes, ice cream and all kinds of delicious goodies! Service is always great and welcoming! read more

Kula Bistro - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

New Crab Cakes - No Good, No more! Like this place, but seems lots of recent changes in the kitchen. They boast Maryland style crab cakes - as a dude from Eastcoast i used to enjoy them. Now they are some pink blend of what I'm guessing is imitation crab. No flavor, huge disappointment. Still deep fried instead of cooked on a flat top proper. But why so pink and flavorless??? read more

I'll be honest, it's not the cutest place to eat on the island but the food quality is incredible! The food portions are massive, we had left overs and the price is affordable and lower than other places. We loved the family style welcome and felt appreciated eating here. Mama J is the sweetest and shared some fun stories about the island and her family. People kept coming in just for the pies and we had to try it. Wow, the butter pecan icecream cheesecake was out of this world and not even overly sweet. A must try if you are visiting or going on a hike near Waihou trail. read more

Kula Bistro - Butter pecan ice cream with carrot cake - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Amazing!!!! Delicious, great service, great atmosphere. We loved the breakfast. The banana macadamia nut pancake was the best pancake I have ever had! read more

Kula Bistro - Banana macadamia nut pancake - Italian Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Best food I had on my Maui trip. The server was kind and attentive to our needs. He gave great recommendations and checked in a good amount to make sure we had what we needed. My husband had the prime rib sandwich and a side of sauce. Delicious and juicy. I got the crab cake panini and as someone who has had Maryland crab cakes, this lives up to the hype. Come here if you're in the kula area. You won't regret it! read more