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.

Wife and I love this spot over many of the other "noodle" restaurants. We love their marinated…read moresoft-boiled egg. Best on Maui. We also love the depth of flavor of the tonkatsu broth! Also the peppers are amazing! The portion is generous. Small space that can get crowded and was a little intimidating walking in the first time. We wish they had options for noodles like udon, or even an allergen friendly option (gluten, vegan, vegetarian). We have several friends with dietary restrictions so we were sad we couldn't recommend tajima to them. We've also ordered takeout and it's still a hit but noodles tend to stick together.

Nothing beats a hot bowl of soup or in this case, ramen! With the amount of hustle-bustle we were…read moredoing exploring the island and the consumption of fried foods, we really needed something soothing. This was not on our itinerary but we noticed how packed it was when we were exploring the day before and decided to check it out the next day for dinner. Best to come before the dinner rush or be prepared to wait. We came around 5:30 PM and by the time we finished, there was a group of people waiting for a table. I believe they only take reservations for parties of 6+ We ordered the Tajima Black Ramen (Garlic), Pork Katsu Curry Rice, Toro Taku Maki, Pork Gyoza, Mango Soymilk, and Passion Yuzu Mule. Everything hit the right spot and was exactly what we needed to revive ourselves again. A fun fact we learned about their sushi rice was that it's made with Akazu which is premium red vinegar and could make it look like brown rice. I'm a huge fan of red vinegar and thought it paired nicely with the fish. I wouldn't mind coming back here again the next time we're on Maui

We stopped here for dinner on our first night in Maui, and it set the bar pretty high…read more The wait for food was a bit long, but honestly--it paid off. We went all in on the pork belly (no regrets ) and ordered the pork belly fried rice and the garlic noodles with pork belly. Both dishes were packed with flavor and super satisfying. The pork belly on the garlic noodles had that perfect crispy edge with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center--easily the highlight. We went on a Sunday night, and the place had a fun, lively vibe. There are tables available, but it does get busy, so come with a little patience. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area.

I've been a repeat customer because I always enjoyed the grilled ono sliders, but this visit was a…read morehuge disappointment. The menu photo shows thick pieces of ono, and that's how they've always been served in the past. This time, the fish was paper thin and barely filled the bun. It definitely wasn't worth the price. I politely asked why the ono was so thin, and I was told, "They're sliders, that's why they're thin." I explained that I've ordered these many times before and they've never looked like this, but my concern was dismissed. I understand portions can vary, but this was a drastic difference from what I've received before. Loyal customers notice when quality and portions change. Unfortunately, after this experience, I won't be returning.

First time to Hawaii and stumbled upon this gem!! We were going up Haleakala and wanted to grab…read moresomething to take with us that would survive the trip. This is honestly the best thing we have eaten here on the island all week!! ( and we didn't even eat it fresh ) on top of that the crew was so polite and loaded us up with all the add ons we needed for the trip! Best food and experience ever!!! keep up the great work!!! We stopped in on 9/2/26

I was craving some authentic Hawaiian food, and this place was highly recommended. Boy, does it…read morelive up to the hype! The portions are HUGE and DELICIOUS. One plate was enough to probably feed two or three people. I ordered the lau lau plate, which is pork (and a small amount of preserved fish for flavor) wrapped in taro leaves. If you hadn't tried lau lau before, you must try it! The waitress was so nice and offered shoyu and sriracha, which took the flavors to a whole new level. The poi and salad accompaniments also tasted fresh. It's a small restaurant tucked away in a strip mall. You can choose either full service or take-out to sit outside.

Always impressed with the Korean food at Cafe Moon. The bibimbap and kimbap are my favorite comfort…read morefoods, and the cool, clean atmosphere with great music makes every visit enjoyable

Such a great restaurant'! Everything is made to order and super fresh! The service was fast and…read moreefficient. It's a great place to grab lunch and some food to go for dinner ;) Would definitely recommend cafe moon!

We really enjoyed our visit to this family run restaurant…read more We order Ramen bowls specific to our tastes. It was really good. The shrimp Tempura on the menu showed more pieces of shrimp, however only 4 small pieces of shrimp were on the plate :( I did not like that part. I would consider trying here again because the food was good and the service was great. Thank you!

Not my first time here, but stopped by for an early lunch around 10:30 on a Sunday…read more Only one other table was there before us with 2 people, otherwise the place was pretty empty. I was surprised they open at 10 am, but they do. We were promptly given ice water and our orders taken. We ordered mini ramen combo (shoyu) with gyoza and mini pork fried rice...a seperate small order of gyoza and an order of beef curry. The gyoza came out quickly and were pretty good. The gyoza sauce bottle was nearly empty. Had to grab one from another table. For being the opening shift, I would have assumed the night shift would have prepped sauces the night before so none were empty on tables. The mini ramen came next and had a generous portion of noodles, and the noodles were very good. They seem to have changed their noodles. They used to taste more like rice noodles or spaghetti but now they are legit hand made ramen and are very good. Unfortunately, the shoyu broth was pretty bland even if I added soy sauce. Also, the mini ramen only came with one small piece of char siu pork inside...disappointing portion of meat. It took a long time before the beef curry came out. I was surprised it was so long after the ramen. When it came out, the portion size was very large, but mostly rice. Similar to the ramen, we felt that the meat portions were not generous. The curry didn't contain visible onion, but did have potato and large pieces of carrot. Not sure if worth the price since so little beef. They water refills kept coming which was nice. Good service in that regard. The mini pork fried rice was the last item to come out and almost came out as like a dessert timed item. I don't know why the timing of the items coming out was so spread out. Maybe they are short staffed in the kitchen or don't have many cooks yet at 10 am? Overall, the food is decent for what it is. Wish they were more generous with the meat. Also wish the service was a little faster.

Great staff and great food. Deserve to have a line out the door every night! Will be back next time…read moreim in Maui.

Back after 4 years to our happy place (Hawaii and here!). The hits still hit and I am happy to add…read morea few more! Okonomayki is still delish! Musubi - didn't have spam but pork rolled over the rice with a teriyaki glaze. One of the best variations I've had!! The kids couldn't get enough of it. Kamameshi - slow cooked rice casserole (like Chinese clay pot rice). Infused the rice with an amazing smoky flavor. I had octopus for protein which I enjoyed but my kids weren't able to appreciate it (they like it grilled). Miso butter fish - classic black cod dish. Did not disappoint! Scallop sashimi - very fresh and tasted like butter

BEST THAI FOOD ON MAUI, and I'll die on that hill. We drive from upcountry to Kihei just to get our…read morefix. Flavor is always on point. We have never come and had it be otherwise, which honestly is something many restaurants struggle with- consistency...not here though. We always request to sit with either Kekoa or Micheal...their service is impeccable. Both are fathers and we can tell because when we come in with our toddler they instantly know never to put anything in arms reach of him...not every server we get when eating out think about that. It's the small details in service that we appreciate. Restaurant itself is always clean. Chefs, like I said earlier never miss on flavor, seasoning, spice or time. We've never waited more than 15 minutes and always get about 5 dishes. Wish I had pictures...but we're always too hungry and excited. Visit them, you won't regret it.

We got seated right away around 5:15 on a Thursday afternoon…read more We ordered papaya salad and added shrimp on it. Paid Thai with chicken. Both were delicious. Will have to come back and try other foods listed in the menu.

For a popular Hawaiian experience, Nalu's is hard to beat. It's an indoor/outdoor establishment…read morewith a spinning fly swatter on each table. Friendly aloha service and fantastic grub from breakfast to dinner, always popping with good energy. My friends did the ordering, so you'll have to guess what we ordered from the menu with the pictures. It's all yummy!

The 1st breakfast I had on Maui was a Nalu's South Shore Grill and it was an instant introduction…read moreto both the bountiful plates and the wonderful service on Maui. I had to try the fresh fish just to erase the bad airplane fish plate and their mahi mahi delivered! Nicely done with lemon and taken off the heat before it was overdone, I was relieved to have my first taste of fish on the island be so fresh and delicious. Also tried the completely filling pork centric breakfast plate which would have fed 2 people or a very hungry linebacker! Loved the ambiance with wild chickens roaming the dining area and a huge canoe overhead. They make their own special sauce which goes with everything! Go early if you are eating during weekends or prime dining times, the line wraps around the entire patio during the popular eating times.

New fav restaurant on Maui!…read more Tiana was our lovely waitress. Delicious food starting with the heirloom tomatoes, followed by the garlic Szechuan noodles, Korean fried chicken with Kochujang glaze and house made chocolate miso ice cream! Great service and food was so good! 45 minute drive from Kaanapali but it was so worth it! We enjoyed the food so much we ordered another garlic Szechuan noodles to take back to the hotel with us for tomorrow's lunch and to go with our leftover chicken!

As many do I spent an exorbitant amount of time researching accommodations, excursions, and…read morerestaurants. We were spending 8 days on Maui, and Lineage was to be the capstone meal on the stay. Reservations were made 6 weeks in advance, and were arrived at promptly. The party consisted of my wife, 2 daughters (10 and 12), and I. We were seated, and told whom our waiter would be. At which point our waiter and another member of the staff come from the kitchen. The waiter 'greets us', takes our drink menu, and leaves. He calls back to the other member of the staff, and says "you were right". His demeanor was cold, smug, and condescending. He was PUSHING a $185 8oz Wagyu steak like there was a prize for selling it. The menu is limited, but we made our selections outside of his "recommendations". The only bright spot in the meal was the assistant that helped our waiter throughout the meal. He was warm, engaging, funny, and all around a great human. He took his time, and asked us where we were from etc. The meal was good, but not great. The experience with the waiter aside. We ordered the chicken (2), noodles, and the up country salad. The food was fresh and flavorful, but not earth shattering. I still tipped the waiter over 20%, but I also made a point to find the assistant and tip him separately. He salvaged the meal, and should be a lead waiter!