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    Lahaina Grindz

    3.4 (30 reviews)

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    Rotten thigh on the left.  Decent on the right.  Can you spot the difference?

    They served two thighs for the hulihuli chicken, one was literally rotten and fell apart like cat food. The other thigh separated like normal. Probably the worst chicken I've ever had, anywhere. Terrible food for the price.... And they only take cash!!! I fell so ripped off.

    Kailua pork
    James T.

    Best mahi mahi and Kailua pork . Fish are fresh . Each time I come back I eat here . It's a food truck area across groceries store . Small parking behind or park across the strip mall and walk over . Lots of other food truck but I have tried other places this by far best

    Hulihuli chicken with Mac salad
    S L.

    You want some dry ass chicken? Then this is your spot. Got 3 incredibly thick pieces of overcooked chicken breast that's barely seasoned. The mac salad was good, the rice was fine, but what terrible chicken. They're also cash only.

    Food truck court
    Dale W.

    Had the Katsu and a Loco Moco. It was OK, but did not knock our socks off . I guess I just expected a little better for almost $50.

    Teriyaki steak $25 5/2025
    Sabrina S.

    This is the food truck location in Ka'anapali in front of the Hilton and other hotels. Known for their local plates, the guy behind the window suggested the teriyaki steak $25 Definitely good choice and delicious! The steak was juicy and the teriyaki sauce was perfect, not overly salty. I'm all about the sides too and their mac salad was yummy- contained small bits of veggies like red and yellow peppers. Of course a scoop of rice or you have a choice of steamed veggies instead. Cash only

    Storefront
    Wendy T.

    One of the simpler looking food trucks at the Honoapiilani Food Truck Park, the surfing lizard mascot shows off their Hawaiian meat plates served with Mac salad and rice. We were able to try any 3 of their meats by ordering the Big Kahuna Trio plate and were able to choose vegetables or macaroni salad to go with the rice on the side. It hit the spot for the meat lover! The mahi mahi was cooked nicely and was my favorite of the meats we tried-- meaty but not dry (I don't like my fish flaky!). MT's favorite was the chicken katsu (breaded and fried) which was sauced up with their own version of tonkatsu sauce. The kalbi ribs were very salty and tasted mostly of soy sauce (pass on this one). The furikake rice has a large amount of salt on it too, so it was overall quite a salty meal. As for the veggies, they seemed partially sautéed and partially steamed (soft but a bit buttery as well). Overall, a big and tasty meal with a good variety, but it was on the saltier side. Service was friendly, and they only take cash. Prices are a bit pricey but comparable to the other food trucks in the area. Parking is in the back gravel lot. There are plenty of picnic tables in the area, and the string lights and crowd of people make it a lively scene at night. :)

    Loco moco
    CeeJay R.

    Good loco moco for a food truck! Food was out in a decent amount of time. Hangout at the food trucks was really chill!

    3 meat plate  -Mahi Mahi -Coconut Shrimp  -Huli Huli Chicken

    We absolute LOVED Lahaina Grindz!!! We got this on our first night in Maui just as a quick dinner option so we wouldn't have to worry about reservations, and we can honestly say by the end of the week, the food from Lahaina Grindz was by far our favorite in both taste and value, so much so we cancelled a reservation we had for our last night and went back to Lahaina Grindz instead. The fact we got a 3 meat plate with very generous serving sizes for only $28 each practically blew our mind. We paid WAY more for much less desirable food elsewhere, including highly-rated sit down restaurants. If you're on the hunt for a delicious bang for your buck either for lunch or dinner, this should definitely be on your radar!!!

    Kalbi rib plate & roasted pork plate. So good!
    Danielle P.

    I have been trying to find a spot that served kalbi ribs near my hotel & was lucky to find this food truck spot. My husband and I ordered the kalbi rib plate & roasted pork plate. Both very delicious, lots of flavor & good portions. Staff is very friendly, we waited no longer than 10 min. Happy to have found this spot.

    Big kahuna trio kalua puaa x2 and hulihuli chicken

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    Please avoid this place. The food was inedible after ordering chicken and Mac salad. $50 down the drain

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    Great combo plate with pork, chicken and steak. Will definitely eat here again next trip!

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    Got an iced white mocha latte and a sugar free caramel latte! Both were amazing! Highly recommend :)

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    Mala Ocean Tavern - Mala Building

    Mala Ocean Tavern

    4.3(2.8k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    •$$$
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

    This was the best food I've had in a long time and was well worth the price! The duck was amazing…read moreand steak was cooked perfectly and so delicious! The appetizers were fresh and so good as well! We've eaten at multiple fancy restaurants while being here on vacation, and none of the food came close to this! We got to enjoy the beautiful sunset and listen to the waves while eating. Our server was so fun and came out multiple times to check on us and fill our drinks. We have already recommended this place to our in laws who are visiting in November and can't wait to return to try some amazing food!

    Mala Ocean Tavern has an absolutely beautiful setting. Sitting on the patio, listening to the waves…read moreand watching the sunset made for a really nice atmosphere. The service was friendly and welcoming as well. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite match the setting for us. Several dishes were overly salty, and the value for the portion sizes was disappointing. For example, five small prawns were $45, and the whole fried fish was $99. The calamari starter was also disappointing. It wasn't fresh calamari, but rather fried calamari strips that seemed like the type that come frozen in a bag. The bruschetta wasn't really bruschetta either. It was more like an open-faced sandwich. At these prices, I expected better quality, preparation, and portion sizes. It's definitely a place where you're paying a premium for the oceanfront view and atmosphere. Beautiful location and friendly service, but the food and overall value fell short for us.

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    Leilani's On The Beach

    Leilani's On The Beach

    4.0(3.8k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    •$$$

    Ambiance - outdoor restaurant with overhead coverage, live music, great for small to large parties,…read morerecommend making a reservation Service - exceptional, our server was super nice & food came out quickly Food - filet mignon was slightly more cooked than our request, taro chips was extra crispy with the poke, don't skip on the hula pie (definitely meant to be shared)

    My wife made a reservation at this restaurant ahead of the busy Labor Day weekend Monday. When we…read morearrived at the busy location we waited patiently for or table for two. We were shown to a 6 top table (for a reservation for two people) during an obviously busy night. There was a reason that the table had been empty: on a breezy evening this table had zero air movement. We were stuck in a corner, even though the window was wide open. The entire restaurant has ceiling fans whirring. Table #120 is a dead zone, no breeze. No ceiling fan. When we mentioned this fact to our server she had a "standard" answer about how the heat is building because of the hurricane. BS! We had just walked to the restaurant along the beach to the with a strong breeze blowing at our backs. Table 120 is in a back section of the restaurant without a ceiling fan. When I complained to the hostess who seated us she began to tell me that the open air restaurant was entirely composed of hot tables. This place is busy because of where it is located. We had decided to have a selection of starters for our dinner. Dry ribs. Poor humus. Without its location on the beach it would fall flat on its face. Give this place a pass.

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    Leilani's On The Beach
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    Hula Grill Kaanapali

    3.9(4.8k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    •$$

    We loved Hula Grill so much that we came back for a second dinner during our Maui vacation, and it…read morewas every bit as wonderful the second time! I had the grilled Ono, and it was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked, tender, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It was one of those meals you're still thinking about afterward. My husband had the Chef's Tasting Menu and loved everything. He started with the seafood potstickers and Caesar salad, followed by the macadamia nut-crusted mahi mahi. The mahi mahi was gorgeous and cooked perfectly, and the macadamia crust made it something special. What we really appreciate about Hula Grill is that it delivers the whole Maui experience: wonderful fresh seafood, beautiful presentation, a relaxed atmosphere, and food that is genuinely memorable. Coming back a second time on the same vacation says a lot when there are so many restaurants to choose from on Maui. Hula Grill has definitely earned a place on our "must return" list. An absolutely fantastic meal and a wonderful way to spend one of our last evenings in Maui. Highly recommend, especially the fresh fish!

    Today my parents and their friends and I went to Hula Grill which is located at Whalers Village. It…read moreis beautifully situated on the beach with an open air beach area where you can dine and some seats are even in the sand! My mom got the Mai tai and I got the Yuzu Lemonade which were both heavy pours and delicious! My mom and I both got the grilled mahi mahi tacos which were delicious and my dad got the Hawaiian fruit salad which he really enjoyed. The service was impeccable and the waitress was so friendly and kind. Definitely a great place to get lunch or dinner with a gorgeous view.

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    Hula Grill Kaanapali - The Barefoot Bar

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    The Dining Room

    Hula Grill Kaanapali - The Dining Room features fresh island fish and prime cuts of meat

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    The Dining Room features fresh island fish and prime cuts of meat

    Honu Oceanside - Fresh Ahi Poke with house made taro chips

    Honu Oceanside

    4.3(1.8k reviews)
    4.2 mi
    •$$$
    Outdoor seating
    Locally owned & operated

    One of the best meals we had in Maui! I love the servers recommendations for dishes to try! She…read morewas incredible! I had the evening special--kampachi served with an incredibly creamy risotto and red wine butter sauce, and it was absolutely delicious. The fish was perfectly cooked, tender and buttery, and the risotto was so good that I'm already trying to figure out how to recreate it at home. My husband had the Ali'i mushroom pizza with artisan cheese, white truffle oil and lavender. Such an unusual combination, but it worked beautifully. I also really appreciated having wonderful gluten-free options. It's not always easy to find a meal that feels truly special when you need to eat gluten-free, and this absolutely did. We also tried the bruschetta with ahi tuna! So unique and tasty! Add the beautiful oceanside setting and this was one of those Maui dinners we'll still be talking about after we get home. We would absolutely return to Honu Oceanside on our next trip. Highly recommend!

    First off, I want to say shoutout to Astrid who was our phenomenal server! She treated us very well…read moreand made our night feel special. She knew the menu well and was great at describing the dishes. Loved the overall service here plus you get to pick sparkling or still water. Drinks were both really good! Got the lilikoi and coconut one. Grilled octopus appetizer - Omg, this was the best grilled octopus I have ever had! It was soooo tender, did not even need a knife to cut through it, and it was like butter. Cooked to perfection! Would come here again just for this. The sauces and spread also complimented the dish well. Ahi Bruschetta - this one was a bit messy to eat . The flavors were ok, I felt like there was something missing. But the ahi tasted great! Diver Scallop entree - The scallops on here were huge, but were a bit undercooked. Golden brown on both sides but the middle was more on the raw side. Still tasted amazing! I loved the garlic mashed potatoes. The sauce of the mushrooms tasted a bit too much like vinegar for my liking. Cioppino - There was a generous portion of seafood in this. The broth taste is on the lighter side. The seafood was a bit overcooked. The fish was dry and shrimp was a bit tough. Still overall decent dish, if it wasn't overcooked it would have been so good! The views are amazing especially during the sunset! Would come here again to try their other dishes and drinks.

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    Honu Oceanside - Fresh Raw Oysters with Billecart-Salmon Champagne

    Fresh Raw Oysters with Billecart-Salmon Champagne

    Honu Oceanside - Worldly Wine List
 Diversity with value

    Worldly Wine List Diversity with value

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    Ulu Kitchen - Peppered pineapple

    Ulu Kitchen

    4.1(306 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    •$$$

    Similar to another review on here, we also booked our stay through/with Costco, which included a…read more$60 breakfast credit per day. We spent every breakfast during the week at Ulu Kitchen since it was on property, wait times weren't too long (or bad at all), food was great, and they had good service. We were always seated outside and the ambiance was perfect! They had a great variety of breakfast items on their menu and I never re-ordered the same meal during our trip! I was a BIG fan of the Monkeypod Mai Tai Flapjacks (with the lilikoi foam!), the Organic Blueberry and Lilikoi Flapjacks, and the Greek Yogurt Bowl (super fresh fruit with great variety)! I would like to shout out our waiter Maz for his amazing hospitality and service! Not only was he very kind, he gave great recommendations to our table and each one was a hit. Mahalo, Maz!

    We had such a wonderful experience at Ulu Kitchen during our week-long stay at the Westin Maui in…read moreJuly! We booked our stay through Costco, which included a $60 daily breakfast credit, and Ulu Kitchen quickly became one of our favorite parts of the trip. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with incredible ocean views that make breakfast feel extra special. The food was excellent, and everything we ordered was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Our favorite was the blueberry and lilikoi flapjacks and the classic breakfast. The staff were also incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. The combination of the gorgeous setting, delicious food, and wonderful service made Ulu Kitchen a highlight of our stay. We would absolutely recommend it and will definitely be back the next time we're in Maui!

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    Ulu Kitchen - Sep 10, 2024

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    Ulu Kitchen - Octopus escargot

    Octopus escargot

    Ulu Kitchen - Mai tai: virgin version on the right.

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    Mai tai: virgin version on the right.

    Lahaina Grindz - hawaiian - Updated October 2026

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