Just okay, not as good as I was expecting. The avocado toast with strawberry and balsalmic was extremely soggy. Sunday brunch special Acai Bowl was just decent. I also tried the sushi-rito, and it was very bland. The food looks very pretty, though! The restaurant is in a convenient area with a lot of parking, and service is fine. read more

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Zero Waste * Farm to table * Plant based What more can you ask for when searching for a place to eat! Moku Roots is the place to go. I've been following them for quite some time and made it out to Lahaina thanks to my new, kind soul, I met through a mutual friend. It was a road trip from the hotel I was at, but well worth the drive. I ordered the Taro Burger and guac on the rocks, a drink with a kick! The burger was scrumptious! I love taro root and to make it a burger was the best! Also on the table was pineapple fried rice, taro fingers, smoothie bowl, green papaya salad, sushi roll, lavender lemonade and "That's My Jam" another drink with a kick. To go, for the flight back, I ordered the Falafel Wrap which is yuca based falafel. Instead of my to-go order being packaged in plastic, it was wrapped in a ti leaf! Oh, can't forget about dessert! We had a cheesecake with dragonfruit, white chocolate, some other delicious stuff I cant remember and dark chocolate with a pineapple filling. Plenty of seating outside and merch for you to rock. Staff is awesome and so kind. All food is grown down the road from Moku Roots, all food is PACKED with so much flavor. I can't wait to go back. You can't go wrong with this place! read more

Best of the best for vegetarian on the west side of Maui. Zero-waste. These guys are leaders in what they do on the culinary side, sourcing locally, and environmental conservation aspect of things. They also do excellent cocktail drinks and baked goods. They are an anchor to the local community. Love these guys. read more

Locu Moku - I really enjoyed this dish. the presentation and taste were both on point. I am not a fan of the taro burger, but that's just a personal preference. I thought the dish was a tad bit heavy handed with their sauce but overall great filling food! maybe a little salt and pepper to balance the tang from the sauce? the 0 waste concept is fun but it also makes their silverware look super worn out. read more

Moku Roots - locu moku - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

Wow delicious! I'm not vegan but I love Buffalo cauliflower so when I saw on their menu they had a Buffalo cauliflower wrap I had to have it! It's spicy but it came with a Mac nut spread on the side that cooled it down a bit. I also had the lavender lemonade which is a must! My friend had a coconut noodles salad which was delicious! We had enough leftovers for dinner. This is an eco-friendly restaurant so there are no to go boxes or containers. Instead they give you banana leaves and a banana leaf stem that you can use to box up your food. Lots of options on the menu. Would love to try their vegan crab cakes someone told me about when they have it on their special menu again. read more

Visited this place during our vacation in Maui. We ordered some cocktails which were AMAZING. The "guac on the rocks" was such a unique cocktail - we were skeptical about ordering this drink but it turned out to be the best one. The vegan burrito had such great taste - fresh and flavourful. Falafel - weren't the usual chickpea falafels but were crunchy on the outside and perfectly soft on the inside. Avocado Toast - had microgreens and a perfectly roasted thin dry coconut slice for that amazing crunch. A must visit vegan place - they serve delicious fresh food. read more

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If you like to be yelled at by the staff for reaching for your to go order.. first time ordering to go so I didn't know to not get it myself. Some teenage looking girl decided to yell at me to keep my hands off and wait till it is handed to me. Mind you I am pregnant with a huge belly. How about hire more respectful crew or train them better? The food is okay, I got reuben sandwich. Last time we dined in and got some salads. It's not bad, not amazing. Good for a quick fill. However, due to the weird staff vibes, I won't be coming back. read more

The food was good. The lavender lemonade was divine. You should definitely eat at this establishment. read more

Moku Roots - Sushi-rito. - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

This was our first meal in Maui in this trip, and oh what a treat. We made it just in time for happy hour which meant everything was 20% off. My vegetarian husband had a world of options, and ended up choosing the Loco Moku with a taro patty and the "If you like vegan coladas" cocktail. I opted for the high protein veggie sandwich with an added taro patty and the "It's my jam" cocktail. Both drinks were ridiculously flavorful, and the food was divine. It was a Tuesday, so we also got to snag some well priced, local produce for our stay. My only complaint is that there is no Moku Roots in Seattle, and I'll have to wait until we are back in Maui for that deliciousness. read more

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Came here for lunch and were overall pleased with our food, although prices were a bit high and service was just okay. My dad tried their taro burger with added coconut bacon, I tried their high protein veggie sandwich which in retrospect just seem like an extremely expensive version of the avocado toast. My mom got their avocado toast. My partner got their falafel wrap. The best thing was probably the coconut bacon, but they're not very generous about the portion (even though they charge an extra $4 for it). Everything else was just kind of... fine. They seem super proud of their taro patty but I'd pass on it unless you really love poi and *aren't* trying at all to find anything similar to meat. We like Asian style taro (but not necessarily Hawaiian poi) and we all felt kind of blah about the taro patty. My mom got their lavender cocktail and felt like it wasn't sweet enough for her, so she tried to ask for extra syrup / sugar, and the cashier was pretty rude to her about it, so my mom ended up just giving her drink to me and my dad to finish. The Not a Virgin Mary was solid though, good flavor and reasonable size / portion for the price. Of note, their bathrooms are gendered, which doesn't really make sense, since it's just two single restrooms and could easily be used by anyone. read more

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Our first stop every-time we are on Maui!!! Local organic plant based heaven! The omelet special was so delicious read more

Moku Roots - Amazing omelet and tacos! - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Came here a couple years ago and had a so-so experience. This year, it was all exceptional. Take your non-vegan friends here! Everything is sooo delicious! From the sandwiches to salads, the flavors are so bright and bold. The sandwich bread is amazing too! I usually leave portions of bread behind but ate every last crumb. For the sandwich, I recommend the BLAT. I tried a few and this one is the best. We also picked up some avocados to take back to our rental. They were perfect. If you are vegan or vegetarian, Moku Roots is a must visit. There just aren't a whole lot of good options at other local restaurants The ambiance is cute and casual. It's all self serve so I can't say much for the service...no one comes by to check on you, but the cashiers are nice. read more

I have been a fan of Alexa's since her Maui Tropsicle trike days in Lahaina which eventually evolved to the Honokowai Farmer's Market and now to her newest venture, Moku Roots. With the need to reduce and reuse nationwide but even more so in Hawai`i, I love the zero waste concept where straws are made from papaya stems, water cups are recycled Grey Poupon jars and take out is wrapped in banana leaves, but I guess that should not surprise me after talking to her a few years back about her creation of Maui Tropsicles with the pull off wrappers. Moku Roots can be found in Lahaina in the same center as the Foodland Farms next to Claire's. Since I can't seem to find the Maui Taro Burgers around much anymore, this was what I had my heart set on before entering. Served with pickles, lettuce, onions, and tomatoes, it does not disappoint and washed down with a lemongrass mojito so good that I wish I brought my own mason jar since I wanted a large to go. Next time...when I'm back on island in September. Getting the word out back to the guys and customers at Honokowai Farmer's Market the next morning just seemed fitting like coming full circle, with Jim planning on swinging by soon, if not by now. read more

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My wife and I have been vegan for almost 2 years now, eating our way through most of the U.S. West Coast and now Hawaii! We highly recommend Moku Roots. It was refreshing to learn the island offered legitimate vegan/vegetarian options and Moku Roots was definitely not lacking. We ordered the ulu (breadfruit) and fried mushroom burrito and the Cali burrito. Both were delicious with meaty fillings and all the usual fixings (pico, sour cream, guacamole, rice and beans). The flavors were on point and their house hot sauce is especially delicious - tangy, medium heat with just a hint of sweetness to round out your palate. For drinks, we ordered the mamaki tea which is basically an iced black tea and the banana, ginger, breadfruit smoothie; both were delightfully refreshing. Also, they have a small store inside that sells local, sustainable products and they have a zero waste policy meaning you can bring your own containers for takeout or pay a deposit fee to borrow from them. So happy to have found this wonderful business. read more

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I'm so shocked at the rating for this restaurant. Not sure if I ordered the wrong stuff. **note: if you order to go, there will be a $1 for the wrap. $3-5 for the drink container. $10 for the food container. You can return the containers and get your refund but the $1 leaf wrap is not refundable. High protein veggie: 2 stars. filled with veggies. Protein prob from bread or nutty sauce. Only problem is that it doesn't have much flavors. No flavor... but healthy. Taro patty/fingers: 2stars. the taro fingers for kids is essential a taro patty that is cut up. There is a curry like flavor. It is a bit dry and should come with a sauce. The texture is good. Raw pad Thai: 2 stars. Great concept. But flavors tastes nothing like pad Thai. More of a salad. Dressing add moisture but not much flavors or taste. Pineapple fried rice: 2 stars. Found rice grains to be a little hard. Did not have much pineapple. I liked the avocado with it. Didn't care much for the taro patty. Jerk mushroom tacos: 2 stars. Yes it had mushroom, but these were not chewy but tasted just like white mushrooms. I would suggested using different mushroom. And work on a good flavorful sauce that is not watery. I was really excited and wanted support restaurants but the lack of flavors for the price I paid made the food very underwhelming. ** for people with nut allergies. Although online has a menu that is supposed to be nut free. When I inquired (since my nephew has a tree nut allergy) I was told that they can't guarantee that the food is not contaminated with nuts as they work with a lot of nuts in the kitchen. Just FYI. So If you have a severe nut allergy- be warned. I would suggest for the restaurant to work on Adding more flavors to the food. However if you really enjoy simple whole food despite seasoning/flavors, this may be the place for you. Update: I'm not looking for any comp. I just want people to know about the containers and the exposure to nuts before they come to the restaurant as I did not. ( thought there would be nut free food as on website) The waitress who spoke to me about the containers and the nut issue was a bit condescending but I did tell her it was my first time there so I chose not to give a tip because I felt it was not good customer service but it did not have much to do with the food. But like I said, I think the jerk mushroom need works on flavoring and texture as well. The type of mushroom used and sauce just make it too runny. (King oyster mushroom is great for chicken like texture or even whole oyster mushroom which can be grown easier than shitake) I would suggest preparing the mushroom by sautéing to evaporate the liquid from the mushroom then add jerk seasoning so you can taste the seasoning. I've had jerk chicken before that the flavor of your jerk mushroom does not taste like it especially as you bit into it, liquid just gushes out breaking the taco and making a mess ( I had to use lots of napkins). Or consider thickening the sauce you use. As for the pad Thai, there is a creaminess to it but it was rather bland. Maybe it needed a little sauce (tamarind and some sugar with a little soy sauce or salt may do it) for flavor because pad Thai is definitely not creamy. It should be sweet/salty/slightly tangy. But the Mac nut were great sub for peanuts. The pineapple fried rice is dry plus the taro patty was also dry. I was glad for the avocado and sprouts with it and I ate it with the raw pad Thai to have a little moisture from the runny creamy sauce. But the rice really need a bit of salt or soy sauce. I was traveling and didn't have any add. I would add more helpful suggestion but the only thing that stood out was that it was bland and dry especially when the rice grain are a little hard and not chewy. Please do not be offended. I kept my review as respectful as possible but after being hyped up for a great veggie restaurant (my parents have been vegetarian/vegan for over 30 years so I am happy to support vegetarian and vegan food as I eat it quite often ) I was truly disappointed with the flavors. The to go containers doesn't matter much to me but people should know what they are getting into as it took me by surprised. Or if they wanted to drop by to have food before leaving to the airport they should consider that and make their decision. Also you should put the disclaimer about the nut in the website too since you can't guarantee that the food may have contamination with nuts. This way people do not show up expecting nut free food. With that said, I do appreciate you being up front with us as to be safe we opted to get him something else to eat. I can see you are very proud of your restaurant and concept. Next Time I'm on the island I will come by and try something different on my own $$$. Perhaps your kitchen was having an off day with the flavors/seasoning. read more

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This place is unreal! Part of the joy of coming to "Island Beyond the Clouds" Hawaiian islands is to get deep nourishment from the mana. Moku Roots does just that, by feeding you the most delicious food all from local produce. You can taste the love they pour in their dishes. My body feels so replenished. You can also order online and have the meals ready for you in these delightful canteens. Have been going back for more!!! read more

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Yummy vegan food in a cozy environment. I got the mushroom melt this time, picture doesn't do it justice! read more

Moku Roots - Mushroom Melt - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

First off, the interior of this place is beautiful and feels peaceful. The tables outside have cute little elephant and alpaca planters with green leafy plants. The staff is incredibly welcoming and have cute pro-vegan logos on their shirts. This was the first place I've sat down and dined at in a WHILE due to covid. We were not planning on it, but due to the $10 takeout container fee we decided to stay because of how hungry we were. I understand the zero waste goals of this restaurant, but why do this during COVID? why not switch to paper containers for a few months until we hopefully reach a point where eating inside or on patio is fully safe? In summary, I support the idea of charging for the reusable metal takeout containers during normal times, but this is not appropriate during COVID as it encourages people to dine in. Now onto the food: Krab eggs Benedict- I wish I had taken a picture of the menu to see what crab substitute they used, but it was absolutely delicious. The vegan hollandaise sauce was incredibly flavorful, an absolute treat. It had a great selection of greens on top that went well with the meal. Taro burger- not for me. Did not think the bun was good, did enjoy the Mac-nut aioli but wish there was more sauce on it. Tried to add the hot sauce but it wasn't enough. Take this with a grain of salt and still give it a try, I'm not vegan. Jerk mushroom tacos- delicious! Such a cool combination black beans, jerk mushrooms, veggies, sour cream, pico, avocado. A must try! Oven baked potato wedges- don't get these. Not crispy, half were overcooked and half were undercooked (perhaps they forgot to rotate the pan in the oven?). Didn't have enough seasoning. Homemade ketchup wasn't great either. Kombucha (blueberry mint)- absolutely DELICIOUS! A fruit based kombucha that isn't too sour or too sweet is hard to find, and these guys did it just right! Coconut water- tastes amazing, and they cleverly use papaya leaf stems to avoid using plastic straws! The ice cubes with flowers in them were a very nice touch. Thank you for your hospitality and delicious vegan food Moku Roots! We will be back! read more

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Absolutely the best vegan restaurant on the planet. Everything about this place is great, great food, great service, great outdoor seating, great interior, great menu & great location. What's also a fantastic component to this restaurant is that they are incredibly mindful of their impact on the environment. Their whole business model is based on reducing any & all waste/packaging to zero. Completely compassionate about the earth & dedicated to vegan food innovation. The food is incredible here. Everything we tried over a four day period was outstanding. They have a wonderful range of daily specials & make up new things constantly. All were completely reasonably priced. We loved everything. I only wish we were staying longer in this area, we'd eat here all of the time if we were local. Incredible cocktails too. They even have a killer happy hour and music. The people & the place has a great, healthy and happy vibe. You leave here feeling far better than you arrived, even if you were already a happy person. Go here, try everything. Follow them on Instagram just to see the amazing new items the come up with every day. They are all incredible souls working here, trying to actual do good for the earth & all of the creature that live on it. read more

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My friend recommended this place to eat bc their food is delicious and they have a zero waste policy where they wrap burritos to go in leaves and have you bring your own container for to go food. I ordered their moku bowl which had quinoa, black beans, garbanzo beans, miso flavor and lots of veggies. It was very filling and had great flavor! I also got their green drink which was not sweet and tasted too bitter. I am not vegan but like to eat vegan food on occasion. I like that they have so many options and the food was filling. I would definitely return! read more

Moku Roots - Moku Bowl and green drink - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

What a gem! Amazing people and menu! Their box of veg/fruit to go is so incredible. Saved me while my family was preparing & eating seafood the entire trip as I'm allergic and don't eat meat. Thank you Moku Roots!!! read more

Moku Roots - Fruit / Veg box to go!! - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

5 stars for zero waste. They use reusable cloth napkins, take outs wrapped in ti leaves. We ordered the taro burger and the cali wrap. The taro burger was good but needed a little more texture, a crunch from more lettuce maybe. The wrap was mostly potatoes. I personally would like to see more fresh veggies or just less potatoes with more of others. I really loved the pico. Very flavorful. read more

Moku Roots - Reusable napkins - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

Having transitioned to a plant based diet a year ago for health reasons, I was worried that I would have limited options for eating out while on vacation. We found the menu for Moku Roots on line and couldn't wait to try it out. Everything we ordered was delicious! I had the vegan burrito which was loaded with tasty grilled seasonal vegetables and vegan cheeses and my husband had the special of the day that was some sort of vegan crunch wrap with an island fruit salsa on top. The vegan cocktails were also delicious. We had the Honey girl and the Guac on the rocks. The staff was kind and helpful and the restaurant was very clean. Highly recommend this place and we will most definitely be back! read more

Moku Roots - Vegan Burrito - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Fantastic food!! Lovely staff. Hint: bring your own Tupperware as they have nothing for you to put your leftovers in. read more

I am not vegan or vegetarian and usually am not a big fan of vegan places but I was amazed by this place.i had been in love with their tropsicles for years so really wasn't that surprised that their restaurant would be good. I had vegetable fried rice in an avocado and my friend had a taro burger. Mine was so yummy- flavourful with a nice salsa and aoli on top and huge serving, Had cold brew coffee with coffee ice cubes and macadamia nut milk, super cute place with great food! read more

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Meat-eating or not, you need to come here. We had the vegan cobb salad, banana flower phish tacos, and a cocktail (i forget which), but the flavors all blew us away, especially the phish tacos. The quality of the ingredients and care with which each dish was assembled was obvious. And it was so unique. I've had banana flower salad before, but never have I had it battered and fried and flavored like fish in the way that Moku Roots had done it. We cleaned our plates of every last piece of leafy green and drop of vegan sauce. AND they're zero waste! Our napkins were washable and reusable. How awesome is that? If you're looking for some incredible food away from all the crowds on Front Street, check out Moku Roots. It was our last full meal in Hawaii, and we wish we'd found it earlier so that we could've had it more than once! read more

Yummy vegan/vegetarian spot. Loved that it's a zero waste restaurant. Enjoyed their happy hour deal on the spiked kombucha and fries. The hot sauce on the fries was so good. Hubby enjoyed his taro burger. Definitely not something you see on the menu often. I enjoyed my curry bowl. It was a huge hearty portion. The pineapple rice that came in the bowl was good as well. read more

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I am not naturally drawn to vegan restaurants, but this restaurant is so fantastic that it would convert anyone to eat like this all of the time! Everything we tried was outstanding, packed full of flavors, spice and a cool, relaxed atmosphere while sitting outside. All of the food is so fresh and shows such creativity in its preparation. I could eat like this all of the time, but I will have a steep learning curve to learn how to cook like this at home. Exceptional food, really highly recommended!! read more

Moku Roots - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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Had a lovely dinner way up the mountain with spectacular views! We had a delicious dinner and met other Island visitors. We would recommend this experience before they go back to the traditional restaurant. read more

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Loved the drink, best part of our meal. 5/5 I tried to like the food but the lack of seasoning was difficult to overcome. Cauliflower buffalo wrap is 3/5. Tacos are a hard pass - 1/5. The mushrooms are a weird texture, and jerk seasoning was not really evident. read more

Moku Roots - Jam drink, fantastic!! - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

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I did come across this place when making my itinerary for Maui but didn't think much if it. Then got suggested by a friend to check the place out plus this restaurant holds one of the spots in Yelps top 100 restaurants to eat. Got this place immediately on my list. The place is located in a shopping plaza with ample of parking space available & other goods plus shopping areas present. Sitting area are presents inside & outside. We ordered their:- Lavender lemonade- It was refreshing with good lavender flavor but not a fan of the strong taste. High Protein Veggie Sandwich- OMG this was bombbbb. It consists of Mac nut aioli, micro greens, avocado, tomato, lettuce, carrot & kale pesto. It was yumm. Do give it a try. Overall, I would definitely recommend & come here again on our next trip to try more items off the menu. read more

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This incredible little establishment on Maui is one that businesses around the globe should take note of and follow its lead. Creating not only delicious and nutritious food & beverages for all, but also being very conscious of their footprint and environmental impact in a very real way! If even a fraction of businesses or corporations cared as much as Moku Roots, the world would be a much better place in terms of health, environment, and human kindness! My husband and I stopped in recently during one of our visits to Maui and were thoroughly impressed by this mighty little restaurant/cafe! No single use plastic/containers/utensils for take-out, so of course we opted to eat in (and it's worth the experience with all the plants, beautiful wooden bar countertop, nature-inspired decor, and knowing you're helping to reduce waste in the landfills). They were only open for another 30 minutes so we didn't want to hold them up, but the girl taking our order assured me we were fine! They were so friendly and accommodating even though they were closing soon. We split a raw pad Thai type of dish made with zoodles (zucchini noodles) and a hummus plate. Both packed with so much flavor, and veggies galore! Suffice to say we left with satisfied bellies and tastebuds, and with the peace of mind that we were able to support a great business that cares about the island, the oceans and the planet! read more

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Yo man, talk about a place that's close to perfect as possible. They're green, vegan, vegetarian friendly, all around amazing. Martina helped us and was amazing. I can't say more positive things about this place. Their lofty ranking and reputation are more than deserved. They are an inspiration to other restaurants and cafes about what's possible. read more

Once again, an outstanding vegan meal at Lahaina's Moku Roots! Tonight we had a Moku Bowl, Kombucha salad, the sweet potato sliders and the smoked papaya on toast. All delicious and served by the nicest people on the planet. Whether you are visiting the island or are blessed to live here, you must try Moku Roots. Great good, reasonably priced and worth every penny! read more

Moku Roots - Here's our meal: Moku Bowl, Sweet Potato Slider and the Kombucha Salad. - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

THIS IS MY FAVORITE PLACE ON MAUI! As a vegetarian it can actually be quite hard to find places with good options on the island. Moku roots has amazing food and I love and support everything they stand for. They are zero waste and all about sustainability. So many vegetarian and vegan options I can try a new thing every time. I've never had something I didn't like there. It's adorable inside, their drinks are great too! Overall I highly recommend this place and hope you get a chance to try it! read more

Moku Roots - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii

Fun little pre-hike stop today at Moku Roots. Had the Buffalo cauliflower wrap with some magical garlic aïoli-style sauce; the whole thing was incredible in a sort of mouthwatering umami sort of feed-your-soul way. If you order to-go you'll get a zero waste ginger leaf wrap. And there's an extra 3$ refundable (upon return) charge with the mason jar for drinks. They're not totally vegan--eggs are available with many of the dishes. read more

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Sometimes finding good food as a vegetarian while traveling can be difficult. Moly Roots was so good! My husband and I each got a cocktail, and shared 2 sandwiches. Very tasty. I love the principles behind this restaurant (reducing waste, supporting local farmers, etc). read more

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Cleanliness and social distancing practices: 5/5 Loved Moku Roots! Truly the definition of clean, healthy eating. The coconut water helped me realize what coconut water is actually supposed to taste like and they have a surprisingly amazing cocktail selection. The highlight was the coconut bacon in my salad (couldn't stop eating it) and I was amazed at their portion sizes. Ate a TON but felt great after! read more

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One of the best vegan options for lunch/dinner in West Maui - Lahaina. They have a variety of choices ranging from burgers to bowls and the best part is their eco friendly, no waste policies! If you opt to take out food, they will pack it in steel boxes, mason jars and green leaves with a $10 deposit which will be returned once you return the utensils. We ordered their Taro burger, BLAT, Loco moku (pineapple fried rice served in a pineapple), Buffalo cauliflower bowl and kombucha! Everything was so good that we ended up going here twice during our 4 day trip. read more

Delicious, whether you are plant-based or not, and reasonable prices for farm-to-table quality. I didn't expect it to be fast, but it was as well. Really great experience. read more

Moku Roots - Raw pad Thai - Vegan Near Me - Kula, Hawaii