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    4.6 (71 reviews)

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    Philly bistek
    Ricardo P.

    We came upon Merienda after watching a YouTube video on Maui food. We decided to give it a try. The ambience was good, but I wish the food trucks weren't so close to each other; the smoke from the generators was annoying. The service was good. I had a Philly bistek sandwich, essentially their take on a Philly cheesesteak. The sandwich was delicious. Would definitely try again.

    Bulgogi beef Pork belly Pork tacos Thai beef tacos Umami fries  Shrimp tacos
    Andrew B.

    Friendly hard working people running this truck. Interesting blend of choices on the menu blending Filipino, Mexican, Japanese and korean flavors. All was tasty. Pork belly and rice, Bulgogi beef and according to our friends pork tacos, all great. Umami fries worth a try as are the thai beef tacos, but I thought the corn tacos kinda ruined it. Would rather it on salad or rice. Good value fresh choice though in Lahaina.

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    Ginger W.

    Wow!!! Incredible, flavor explosion food!! Stopped by for lunch at 11 am today and got the pork Sisig tacos, okonomiyaki Brussels sprouts and the longganisa loco moco. We had the calamansi lemonade. Tart and sweet. Lots more to try and everything was cooked fresh and served hot! I honestly can't say what I liked best. I'll probably go again during my trip to try more. Everything is so delicious!!

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    Doug J.

    The best tacos I have ever eaten. I hope to go back and try some other menu items. I had the Thai beef tacos. Tasty beef, fresh tasty veggies, spiced perfection, nice corn shells, they were wonderful. Two for $9 great price.

    Umami fries
    Jennifer J.

    My husband and I were on our way to a poke place when I got unbelievably hangry and came upon a strip mall area with some food trucks. One of our main goals during our trip here in Maui is to experience food that we can not get anywhere else and Merienda did not disappoint!!! Their beef chow fun was amazing - they really made it their own special version and the flavors together was straight up addicting. I also loved the umami fries! The sauces and toppings went together so well!!! I am no longer hangry but extremely satisfied while also sad that we will not have this where we live. I hope they continue to do well and grow so we can find them again when we visit next time!!!

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    Lauren G.

    Great food. Period. I found out about Merienda from YouTube and so glad I did. We got the Thai Beef Tacos which had great flavor and the Tocilog. Love a great food truck and this one didn't disappoint.

    Kacie D.

    One of the better food trucks we tried in West Maui. Food: We tried the Phili-bistek sandwich. It came with the freshest fries - seasoned not exactly how we'd like, but it was unique, hot, fluffy on the inside, thin & crispy on the outside. The sandwich itself was delicious. No complaints. Service: Guy was personable, nice and funny during our short interaction. Food came out within

    Umami fries and mango drink
    Daniel G.

    Food was delightful. We stopped by and asked for pupus, and they recommended the shrimp tacos which were simultaneously very flavorful yet also felt light. The umami fries were perfectly crisp and smothered in a creative combination of flavors I haven't experienced anywhere else. Also really enjoyed the mango and ube horchata drinks, and the service was very friendly.

    Pork asado sandwich
    Rebecca B.

    Eh, ok but wouldn't return. We ordered the pork tacos, salt and pepper chicken, and the pork asado sandwich. We upgraded the fries to umami fries which were by far the best part of the meal. First of all, the food was presented nicely, but a complete mess to eat, so much so I had to go to Safeway after to wash my hands. I had to re assemble the sandwich multiple times because it was so wet it would not hold together. The tortillas also completely disintegrated when you took a bite of the tacos. I enjoyed the flavor of the pork belly in the sandwich more than the pork used in the tacos. The batter on the fried chicken was very thick and none of the three of us that tried it were a fan of the spice mixture used.

    Lumpia Sticks - hot & crispy, so yummy!
    Sheryl B.

    I was getting in a hangry mood, needed to get some food into my belly--but every eatery we came upon either had a long line or the menu didn't quite appeal to me. My son finally looked up a place on Yelp and found Merienda's food truck, I was so hungry, I just said "fine let's go there". Glad we did! The menu drew me in, I liked what saw on the board. Filipino food with Latin and Asian twists! There were four of us, we each ordered something different! I tasted each one--and my tastebuds and tummy were very happy with this food truck discovery! PORK SISIG TACOS - two tacos filled with delicious citrus soy marinated pork, Pinoy de gallo salsa and siriacha aioli--Flavor explosion, fantastic! SHRIMP TACOS - these were good but not over the top. The description gave me the hopes it would be over the top awesome, perhaps a char grill on the shrimp would add more to complexity to the flavor? BEEF CHOW FUN - first bite, my tastebuds lit up! The grilled smokiness in the tender Maui beef was excellent. Nice thick noodles with perfect density that I like . Flavor was on point! This was a great dish! Would order again! BEEF BULGOGI - Korean styled beef topped on garlic rice, half hard boiled egg, and salted cabbage, really good! LUMPIA STICKS - 3 for $12, wasn't sure what I'd get for that price--but since I love lumpia, was willing to take the chance! It did not disappoint! These pork filled lumpia were not small, like the ones I'm used to, these were long and large! Beautifully fried to a deep golden brown--they kept crispy and hot for a long time! The Nuoac Cham dipping sauce was a nice compliment, light and tangy! I almost didn't share these! Haha! We found a great spot near the water to eat and watch the sunset--Would most definitely come back!

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    Michael T.

    Merienda is everything you want a food truck to be. Quality, hot, delish, and friendly. We enjoyed every bite. We had the sisig tacos. Fresh with all flavors represented. Amazing! Salt and pepper chicken was fab! The chicken was juicy and tender. Clearly marinated and the crusty fried coating had hints of seasonings I couldn't id but were amazing. We also had tocsilog. The pork belly made me weep it was so good. Achara on the side cleans your palate as you eat the delicious belly and rice. We finished with bibingka. It had am amazing sauce custard and toasted coconut topping. We are already planning our next trip. Keep it up Merienda... we love you!

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    Amir B.

    Wonderful tastes, Philippine based and very fresh! Nice sitting area for food truck with shade options and lawn. Very nice people and surprisingly fast. We really liked!

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    Jamie D.

    *Chefs kiss* Mereinda Maui is a Asian fusion food truck in the same plaza as Lahaina Cannery. My grandpa, husband, and I came here after a day at the beach. We ordered the phili-bistek sandwich, Chinese 5 spiced pork, tocilog, and sisig tacos. They were all amazing!!! The phili-bistek sandwich was cheesy similar to a philly cheesesteak with a Filipino twist. This is definitely a place to try when in Maui. I would say after trying out different spots throughout the island, there are better food at the food trucks versus an actual brick and mortar.

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