Food for the Soul catered our wedding of 150 people and knocked it out of the park! We had a family…read morestyle meal and the food was incredible. Their presentation was gorgeous and completely matched the vibe of our wedding. The service was also impeccable. We would highly recommend them for any event!

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!

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.

Food is 5-star. Help and food runners are 5-star…read more For first time visitors, you pay before seating so read the menu before you hit the reception. Self service on drinks, food is delivered and they check on you regularly AFTER you receive your food order. Love this place, been visiting Kihei for decades and never found Nalu's before. Try it and you'll never regret it. Those other cafes on the road can't compare to this joint for breakfast. (Will update for happy hour later, but menu looks great.)

Wow! Such an amazing breakfast spot! Probably great for other meals, but we were there for…read morebreakfast today and I'm happy we ended out trip in Maui on a high note. Patio table was in the shade, line moved fast, excellent service, and quick delivery of our food. I got the Bodacious Bagel & Lox. Outstanding! When I ordered the cashier did tell me that the egg on the menu was a mis-print. Glad she let me know up front, but wondering why it's still described that way on the website. I also ordered a mimosa with cranberry juice. I was told to give the bartender a couple minutes to make it and then where to pick it up. Stood there for a few minutes with no bartender insight but a glass of sparkling wine on the bar. When she finally arrived she said there was no juice type listed on the receipt. The bagel and arugula salad that came with it were amazing! Hubby got scrambled eggs and their furiaki potatoes. Great seasoning, he thought they were a little heavy on the garlic. Very friendly staff and for an open-air restaurant seemed clean, even with the chickens coming and going. We also didn't like that we were expected to add a tip when ordering. Maybe a Hawaii thing, but I tip on service, so being expected to tip when placing an order automatically makes me tip lower since I don't know what to expect. But left cash after. Don't know who picked it up or if it was pooled.

This place is the spot! What an amazing find and so glad I came here on my first day so that I was…read moreable to come back and back and back again. They have all that you'll need! Food is great (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), gelato amazing. I also got sandals here that are the best pair I've ver had. This was a gem the whole time we were there. Very thankful they made this place. It's awesome!

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.

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.

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!

Everything went well!(: Great down to earth ppl working and I love that! Good drinks...good vibes!!…read moreNothing to complain about! Let me know if ya ever need a extra bartender!(: im local! Love you ladies!!(: Much Love & Aloha!!!

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.

Amazing food, service and atmosphere. The staff were extremely attentive and the food was amazing!!…read moreThe setting inside was very nice with a huge round bar centered in the middle of the restaurant. Very warm feelings the entire meal! Prime rib was to die for! Thank you!!

We had a great experience here. Our large group was seated without any issues, and the staff was…read morefriendly and quick to help. The second‑floor space has plenty of open windows, giving it a relaxed, breezy feel. There's also a large central bar if you prefer that over a table. Their happy hour is definitely worth checking out. Drinks The Mai Tai was decent, not the best we had on the island, but still enjoyable. The pineapple slice was a nice touch. Food The Caesar Salad had good flavor, though the dressing was a bit heavy. The croutons were excellent. The Fish Tacos Pupu were a standout happy hour deal. The fish was fresh and fried to a crispy golden brown. The Pork Sliders on the happy hour menu were also very tasty. Overall, it's a great spot to take advantage of a solid happy hour.

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.