Hats off to Tina and her team for an outstanding event. From the first time I met Tina, she…read morelistened, and talked through all the options for our party! Many people from the mainland came and were raving about all the food and how good it was! The party was at our house where they took over the kitchen (which is a great thing, as you know the party is always in the kitchen)....getting people to mingle on the lanai and enjoy the outdoors! The staff cleaned everything up...like you never would have known they were there. I so appreciated everyone! Mahalo!

Tina and her Food For The Soul team were phenomenal!! We hired them for wedding coordination and…read morecatering for our reception. The food was amazing! It was served buffet style for dinner and passed appetizers for our happy hour. The food was hot and the service was great! All of our guests were raving about how good the food was! It was delicious! And all the staff were friendly and professional. So kind! Tina was super organized and has a good system to her planning. She was available for any questions and helped guide our decision making. She suggested excellent vendors and is a wealth of knowledge. I felt at peace knowing Tina was coordinating everything!! Anyone considering wedding catering and/or wedding coordination should hire Food For The Soul! You won't be disappointed!

I'm always on the lookout for good BBQ, and it's nice that in Hawaii we are getting more and more…read moreoptions. So when I was in Kihei not too long ago, I settled on this joint. The wagon shares a lot with a seafood place and what I think was a shave ice stand. There was plenty of off-street parking. It was a blazing hot day, made worse by pavement and a lack of shade or much greenery. You have to walk over some gravel to place and get your order. The window of the truck is very high; I could barely reach it. They do take credit cards. The owner is nice and chatty, and was busy flirting with the young women in line in front of me. Since I never know if I'll be back to a BBQ place, I always go for a sampler plate. The three meat option set me back $25, but the portions were generous and could easily feed two, or maybe even three if their appetites were light. I don't care for coleslaw, so I asked for a double heap of potato salad. But my request was forgotten and I ended up with coleslaw anyway. I was told I could change it, but I didn't want to waste food. The owner said it was pineapple coleslaw and that people who didn't like coleslaw liked it. (I didn't care for it.) There were some tables and chairs but no umbrellas or shade. I was told the unbrellas kept getting blown away or stolen. I didnt want to eat in the car so I sat at one of the tables and hoped for a breeze. The meats I chose were brisket, chicken, and pork ribs. The brisket was best, soft with a nice smoke ring. I tried the house-made BBQ sauce; it was the thin and vinegary type. It was okay, but mostly I went without it. The chicken is usually my favorite, but it came in second here, being a little on the dry side. The biggest disappointment was the pork ribs. The meat was really tough and had to be dragged away, kicking and screaming, from the bone. (It should fall right off.) I liked the potato salad. If I ever go back here, I'll just order a half-pound or pound of brisket by itself.

Wish they would come back this bbq joint was a small truck that rarely anybody new about but the…read moreowner was as nice as can be. The portions were large for the price ur paying and delicious

We used Kristin's services for a birthday dinner in Maui and it was one of the best dinners we've…read moreever eaten. They created multiple appetizers an entrée and dessert and a mocktail that was delicious. Kristin and her chefs were very responsive and made the process was super easy. They took care of all the set up and clean up and threw in special touches that made the whole evening feel special.

We had a special dinner prepared by Chef Mathew, Ashley and Tomeko. Food was better than any meal…read morewe had on Maui, and they treated us like royalty. Really made our family and friends trip extra special. If you have a big group, this is the only way to do a dinner on Maui and ends up being less of a cost. Worth every penny.

After 4 separate vacations to Maui and we had yet another absolutely stunning amazing delicious…read moreexperience from Josh and his team! Being from Malibu, CA with amazing restaurants like Nobu within a 5 minute drive we certainly know fine dining cuisine, Fresh Island Catering is by far the best food I've ever eaten. Fresh fish, fantastic ingredients, great combinations of flavors, filling portions, immaculate plating. I can't say enough positive things about our dining experiences with Chef!

I have had the pleasure of experiencing Fresh Island Catering on two separate occasions while…read morevisiting Maui. The best way to describe it is, intimate fine dining. Chef Josh and his staff come to your house or condo and prepare an amazing dining experience right in front of you. You can either sit and watch all the amazing food being made, or visit among friends and family while it is being prepared. If you wish to watch, Chef and his staff will engage in conversation with you while cooking and serving the delicious courses they are making. For our 2 amazing experiences there were signature drinks which were flavorful and refreshing. It is a succulent, intimate and personal experience for you and your loved ones that you will never forget. The food is as good as any I have ever had, maybe a little better because of the experience that comes with it. Chef will go over the menu when you make a reservation. I have had two dinners, however they also do a brunch which we plan on trying next time we visit. I unfortunately did not take pictures either time because I was at family functions both times and we did not have our phones with us, my photo is the amazing meal we had at our second dinner. This is an amazing experience that I highly recommend.

Very unique ordering system here where you have to wait in line to order and then sit down at the…read moretable. And you need to follow the same line system even if you are ordering to go. So if you want to place or take out order? I highly recommend putting in the order online and then going into pick it up. We got the Loco moco with Poached eggs and white rice. First time having a Loco Moco and I heard that this was the place to get it at, so I'm glad we got a good experience! Eggs were perfectly cooked and the entire combination of the beef and rice and eggs and pickled onions was really good together! Came with a nice macaroni salad and also some lettuce to get some veggies in, haha. Overall, there was quite a line here on a Sunday morning, so it's a good sign that this place has good food.

I was hoping for more from this restaurant. I absolutely loved the vibe it presented and was…read morecompletely irritated that you have to stand in line, order, and then sit down. Table side service would have been preferable. It was an eclectic selection of foods with us choosing an açaí bowel, fish & green bean fries, and beets/goat cheese salad. The combination of food worked well for our family and was certainly tasty. We downed every single bite and licked the bowls clean. No leftovers to be had here! The green bean fries are to die for and this is where I hated that I had to stand in line for an additional order :( My kiddos had a blast naming the neighborhood chickens. I suspect those chickens were disappointed that we had no crumbs to spare for them!

I cannot tell you how top tier this place is. My group of 9 visited Island Gourmet 3 times in our 3…read moredays here in Maui. In the back, you will find a food court with endless options, whether you grab what is already laid out or order fresh off the menu. I had the California roll twice, and the rice was so soft with a perfect rice-to-filling ratio, easily the best California roll I have ever had. I also tried the BBQ flatbread, which was pretty good. Ordering off the menu was also a great option. I got the fried rice and galbi, which came with sides and were all delicious. One thing my friend could not stop talking about was the poke, which was slightly on the spicier side but fresh, soft, and very tasty. This place has it all, and you really cannot go wrong. It might be a bit more on the expensive side depending on what you get, but it is pretty in line with the rest of Hawaii's pricing. Do yourself a favor and check it out. You can also grab groceries and snacks while you are there.

Your go-to for quick eats, coffee, souvenirs, and more in Wailea…read more My absolute faves - the coconut macadamia nut latte, spam musubi, the hot section for katsu curry and katsudon. I wish we could take these things back to the mainland with us. They have a ton of other grocery items and souvenirs. Similar to an ABC store but more food focused!

Chef Jason is amazing! You're going to wish you could taste the pictures! We had him do two events…read morefor us in one week. We are a diverse group of eaters - vegetarians, pescatarians and meat eaters. Throw in four picky kids ages 9 to 3 and you see the challenge. But holy moly! Chef Jason is a magician! Everyone was singing his praises at both events. We had delicious bites in waves of food at the first one and a Thanksgiving feast for the record books in the second. Two very different menus. Two very different approaches and two Fantastic memorable meals! Not only is the food beautiful and delicious, Chef Jason helps you plan every aspect of your event. Problem solved, innovated, and under promised and over delivered! I promise you will not be disappointed. You will be wowed like we were. We have found our go to chef in Hawaii and now you have too!

Once again Maui Private Chef Jason Raffin knocked it out of the park. I threw myself a party for a…read morespecial occasion, and based on my prior experience, chef Jason tailored the 3rd catering experience to reflect my preferences and a few allergies. He & his staff are always a pleasure. They are prompt & timely regardless of my location- I've had an event each in Wailea, Lahaina AND Kapalua. If you're looking for a private chef on Maui, you've come to the right place.

I love the beautiful set-up and beautiful drinks Aloha Bars Maui provides…read more If you want the best of service and unique drink service, this is the best! The bar tenders and servers are so great! And honestly, you can't beat the owner. She is so fun and wants your event to be absolutely stunning. For weddings or special events, this is the bar you want to come to your event.

Kirsty and her team were amazing!!! The cocktails and service were perfect. They made our wedding…read moreday so great, and the entire process was so easy. Highly recommend them to anyone getting married in Maui!!! Thank you Aloha Bars!

update 2/26: This…read morewas to be our special "nite out " dinner. And , it was great. Plan to spend, over A C note and no bar for two. BUT, seafood here is over the top, my wife had a white fish like ONO, but too long a name to spell. Over mashed potatoes and grilled veges Mine was Blackened and seared Ahi over sticky rice and asparagus spears. We both had a nice small Caesar. The sushi bar no longer is here. Completely removed and replaced with about a dozen or more tables for four. Really , if you want a treat at sunset , come here. Great service.

Honestly, I wanted this place to be great but it was decidedly sub par. I adore their Plantation…read morelocation, this one not so much. Walked in before 5:00pm with no reservation for a party of four. Well, that was a mistake. Despite idle wait staff and maybe only five occupied tables out of 20-30 total they made us wait for about a half hour. The reason was other people made reservations and were expected. When they finally sat our party the restaurant was still 2/3 empty. There was really no reason to keep us waiting that i could see. When you see someone in the party is disabled and using assistive devices you should be more accommodating. It kind of felt like we were being punished for not having a reservation. Also, expect a 3% service charge for the back of the house. Really, for the prices they charge for mahi fragments you could pay those people without a surcharge. Portions here are tiny. My mahi fragments were dry, over spiced and served with two unseasoned baby bok choi leaves and a slice of grilled tomato. For the price of almost $40.00. The beer was good and so was our server so they got one star for that. Otherwise, this place is touristy, overpriced and the maitre d' is slow on the uptake. Overall, there are plenty of great restaurants on Maui, recommend you try one of those.

We were lucky enough to have Chris from Tarragon Catering cater the food for our wedding of 80…read morepeople in September 2022. When we were going through the selection process and tasting each vendor's food, it was clear who had the best and most beautiful presentation (and we tried a lot of great food!). Chris really added a personal touch that I don't think would have existed with some of the larger vendors. We only had a day of wedding coordinator, so all meetings were held with us, and every meeting was met with courtesy and delicious snacks. Chris is not only a chef, but a great host, so he understands exactly what is needed to cater a successful party. It's not only about the food, but it's about the service, and the service at our wedding was also phenomenal. From beginning to end of our process Chris listened to what we wanted, but also made lots of suggestions to help get us thinking. Still when we talk to our friends about our wedding, they still rave about the food, and for us that was the priority. In the end we know we not only made the right decision, but also formed a lifelong connection in the process. We can only hope that he opens up a fine dining restaurant on Maui one day (we can dream), with his wonderful partner Jane. If you want the best and most beautifully presented food served at your next party, you should really reach out to Chris at Tarragon Catering. Mahalo Chris!

I hired Chris for my husband's 60th birthday celebration with all of our grown kids in Maui this…read morepast May. May I also mention our kids are all foodies. So a tough crowd. We planned the menu over the phone and the everything sounded perfectly delicious. Fast forward to the day and night of our celebration. Chris and Jane (his lovely wife) showed up with everything needed for our delicious dinner. Chris thought of everything and we all felt very pampered and very full. Chris' prices were very reasonable and the dinner turned out better than expected and better yet than I had hoped!! We would hire Chris again in a heart beat. Oh, and our kids raced over how delicious everything was. Thank you Chris and Jane for an unforgettable celebration.