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.

Delicious food. Been coming here for years. But this time it looks like they reduced their portion…read moresize. You're gonna need to buy two plates.

EVERY TIME! This place is still sooo good! Chef Sheldon has built something truly special here…read moreand it's consistently great each time. This time in addition to the mochiko chicken, per a recommendation we tried the garlic noodles. I had never had those before, and I will ALWAYS order them during each visit going forward. So...so...so...GOOD!

After a cold sunset experience at Haleakalā, my boyfriend and I wanted hot noodle soup! Noodles and…read moreRice served us a delicious bowl of pho, and it did the trick! Noodles and Rice is located in Kihei. There is plenty of parking (free). There is a single-room bathroom for customers. Super clean! The restaurant is impeccably tidy. There was not a speck of dust or a single water stain in sight. Well done! Plenty of seating inside. Very inviting, cozy space. Perfect for late night noodles (and rice)! The staff were extraordinary friendly and kind. The pho was delicious! The Thai chili oil is quite spicy, but tasty too. I wish we were hungrier because their appetizers look good. We will return if we're ever back on-island!

Noodles and Rice, two of my vices and the name of sistering restaurant, Nutcharee's, newest eatery…read more ATMOSPHERE: Located in Azeka's on the ocean side, it's a simple space with counter and low top seating. RESERVATIONS: Not needed. PARKING: Free & plentiful. MENU: Vietnamese apps, noodle & rice selections, desserts. FOOD: Crispy Tiger Shrimp (4 pcs.) Sizable, peeled shrimp that needed to be cooked more as they visually and texturally tasted a tad rare. The coating was light and crispy but needed more seasoning as they relied on the included dipping sauce for flavor. Lettuce Wrap Romaine innards provided for the perfect vessel for the ground chicken, though the poultry needed a serious flavor oomph. Special Pho The pictures, especially the dark-hued broth, looked so good, I had to try it. This was my first ever beef pho and it was very disappointing. First off, the broth was not hot, a serious flaw for me. Secondly, the flavor was very subtle. I did enjoy the tender slices of meat, especially the meatballs. I wished my carb overload didn't go to waste, but it did. SERVICE: Greeting was immediate and welcoming. Food delivery was quick. Wait staff were friendly but there was no follow up. TIP: There's an automatic gratuity for kitchen staff and a surcharge for using credit cards. OVERALL: Meh.

Got there at 12:40 pm. Everything was empty and looked like they decided to close early, probably…read morebecause they sold out of most items. Was hoping to get something quick. Oh well, will go earlier next time. Tip- even if the posted hours say they close at 1 pm, it's best to go early.

Just stopped by for breakfast before the airport, but I'll for sure stop back in to try some other…read moreitems on my next trip. This place is the very definition of Mom & Pop, with little old ladies manning the counter, and hand written signage. It's hidden away behind some kind of office building, and waiting area is mostly filled with junk. Ambiance is about a zero, but that's part of the charm. The menu is kinda vague, but the prices are GREAT! Super cheap, and the food that arrived was plentiful and tasty. (2 of us split the big breakfast platter before our flight) I'm a sucker for a hole in the wall with solid food and great prices, so this gets a 5 for me.

Such a good combo of teriyaki chicken and garlic noodles. Generous portion sizes for both the mini…read moreand regular. The food is tasty, filling and consistent. My girls love to order their boba drinks too. Melon, strawberry and mango are their favorite flavors. We were very lucky to have Holo Holo do a fundraiser for our halau earlier this year. Easiest tickets to sell since their reputation precedes them.

If you're at an event and you see this noodle truck, give them a try! You'll notice that even when…read moretheir line is long, they pump food out quickly (which is what you would expect from a food truck). I'm so tired of waiting in lines for 45+ minutes! It's not fancy, but it's garlic-y and delicious and such good comfort food when you're looking for a quick meal. Their food is consistently good and they are super nice too! They've also started making boba drinks at a reasonable price, so we'll be back to try those!

I have come twice now for Pho and each time has been delicious, service has been super quick each…read moretime.

Huong Nam is in the food court tucked in the corner of the Old Navy/Office Depot shopping center by…read moreKrank Cycles. It is a true food court, you go up and order and then find seating. The seating area has several family style table. Now onto the Star of the show. My throat is feeling a little scratchy and I was in Kihei craving pho. I did a little search and found this place so off I went. The cashier was friendly and kind. The vegetarian pho is a nice sized portion (leftovers were brought home). I added sriracha, hoisin and jalapeños. I wish I would have tried it before adding them because it was the most flavorful and fresh pho I have ever had. Everything was delicious and fresh from the broth to the noodles to the vegetables. We don't get a lot of soup weather on Maui but I can't wait to go back!

Great food. Excellent Service. If you're into Anime ~ you…read moreneed to come to this restaurant.

Had a great experience at Tajima Ramen Maui in Kihei -- this place lives up to the hype!…read more From the moment you walk in, the vibe is casual and welcoming, with a fun mix of modern décor and Japanese (lots of anime/manga) touches that make it feel like a cozy ramen hideaway. The staff were friendly, fast and attentive, which always helps elevate the meal. Their signature tonkotsu broth is rich, creamy, and packed with umami -- you can tell it's been simmered with care. Hubs ordered the White Ramen and it was perfectly balanced with tender chashu, a soft-boiled egg, and fresh greens -- all the ramen classics done right. The Black Ramen with burnt garlic oil was another standout, bold and flavorful without being overwhelming. We also sampled the toro-taku maki (fresh), then the takoyaki and karaage off the happy hour menu-- both crispy and well-seasoned -- and might i say-- it was great to have a Happy Hour menu with tasty bites to start. Atmosphere was casual and fun without being loud. Great spot for lunch or dinner -- locals and visitors coming and going. This place has satisfying portions and solid prices compared to other island eats. Overall, this is one of the best ramen experiences on Maui -- perfect for when you want comforting Japanese cuisine that hits all the right notes. Will definitely be back next visit!

The service was excellent service and they had traditional yummy food!! Just delicious!read more

We came here in the middle of the Kona storm on March 14, 2026. After walking and hopping fences bc…read moreour road was closed for 45 minutes in the rain, we were so happy to have found this place was open. We ordered the garlic Ramen and the spicy beef Ramen and the chicken Katsu. We don't have any pictures because our phones were dead from no electricity from the storm, and the folks were so nice they let us charge phone at the counter. The portions are humongous. We were shocked, even though we were super hungry since we haven't had any real food for almost 24 hours, we could only eat half of the food. Granted we order three plates for two people, but still. And even at dinner, we couldn't finish the leftovers because it was just very filling. The flavors are really good. I didn't expect to have dined here, but I'm glad that we did. For how busy they were, they were very attentive and apologize for just slightly longer wait times. But honestly for such a crazy rain storm, it was so wonderful to have them be open! It's a simple restaurant in a plaza with a Safeway. Nothing fancy, but also not really a hole in the wall either. It's not a particularly trendy or a cute place, but it does the job. There's plenty of parking in the plaza that's free and then the restroom is also easily accessible and well kept.

Tonight is the second time eating here in the last few days. Everything we ordered was so good!…read more 10 stars!

Is this place small? Yes! Is this place a little harder to find? Maybe. Is this place worth…read moregoing to every time? ABSOLUTELY! Fresh off the plane, first stop in Maui is almost always Da Kitchen. We were worried it was lost forever a few years ago, but nope, they just moved down the road. It's definitely not a formal place, but so relaxed, which is what I look for in Maui. We shared the Kalbi Ribs, and we were starving, and we couldn't eat them all especially after diving into the veggie spring rolls and deep fried musubi. My wife that doesn't usually even like musubi, enjoyed the deep fried version Da Kitchen offered. So go for it..try it if you have never had musubi, try this deep fried version!

Delish food, amazing service and clean space. Do stop, order and enjoy!…read moreBtw... the establishment is very clean and orderly... Not to mention... drinks are light and lively

Depending on what you value in a night out, My Thai may or may not be for you. Ordering is done…read more"online" through an app. Once you figure that out it goes well, however there is a bit of a process to get there. There are two dining rooms. A toy talking Yoda greats you and gives instructions. While we were there people came and left getting frustrated with the process. Ordering is also online and you pick up at a window. However the owner did come around with complimentary desserts samples, very friendly. However, if you get past the introduction, the food is excellent! We had lots of different items, good gluten free options as well.