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.

Great locals place on Kihei. They were able to accommodate my food allergy and the staff treat you…read morelike Hana. Food was tasty and fresh.

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.

We've visited Maui staying in the Kihei area at least a dozen times or so, but it wasn't until this…read morepast June that we finally stopped here for the first time for an early lunch. And even though we have eaten in almost every restaurant on the island at this point, this was easily one of the most delicious meals we've had! We both had charbroiled fish and fries, the Ono for me and the Mahi for her, and both were sublime! (For comparison, we ate at Mama's Fish House the night before, so this 5 star broke da mouth review carries a gravity. LOL.)

Paia Fish Market is a casual seafood restaurant with locations across Oahu and Maui. This location…read morein Kihei opened in 2015, but the original location opened in Paia in 1989. Their main selling point is the fresh fish and the different ways they're prepared. You can choose between different fish options from ahi to mahi mahi to snapper. You can also choose the cooking preparation such as charbroiled, sautéed, cajun, or blackened. Then you can choose your sides. They give you a number and you find a table to sit. We got the ahi sautéed with cajun rice ($28), the mahi mahi blackened with french fries ($27), and the clam chowder ($7). I liked the sautéed flavors with the butter and garlic. I loved the flavor of the blackened char flavor, and we loved that the fries were thin. The clam chowder was standard. One of the surprising stars of our meal was their house magic sauce. It was one of the condiments table-side and we found that it was so good with everything. We drenched it in the fish and even dipped it in the fries. I thought the flavor of the blackened mahi mahi was better, but the magic sauce went better with the sautéed ahi.

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.

They are soo nice! Amazing fish tacos, and Geoff was nice too and so was syd and Ramaread more

This was hands down the BEST food we've had on the island!…read more We went to Paia and stood on the long line, and while the food was good, it honestly didn't compare to this place. The fish here was absolutely phenomenal! We had the macadamia nut mahi-mahi and the blackened mahi-mahi, and the kids had the fish tacos. Everything tasted SO fresh, juicy, flavorful, and just out of this world. The staff was also amazing, and the whole vibe is so chill and relaxing. We seriously can't wait to come back. This place is a MUST!

Great breakfast find. Was busy by 8:15am, but they know what they are doing to keep the line moving…read moreand the tables turned over. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. It's all outdoor dining, but all covered. We sat at a counter facing the street which was good for people watching. I did a BYO omelet with mushrooms, onions and Portuguese sausage. Came with roasted potatoes. Great portion size and tasted great. Hubby went with the bacon lovers breakfast: 2 eggs, 6 pieces of bacon, and toast. He ordered his eggs over medium and they were a little under. But he still ate them. Yummy selection of coffee drinks. And their were some really tasty looking pastries at the check-out counter. Plenty of chickens and roosters hanging around but they didn't bother us once.

Highly recommend Kihei Caffe if you are in the area! There…read moreis plenty of parking and you get a beautiful view while you eat. Their menu has a fantastic range, offering everything from different varieties of coffee to light bites and big, hearty breakfasts. I absolutely loved the healthy options they offered, though I do wish they had some sugar-free options available. The system here is simple: you head inside to place your order, and then you find an open table. Within about 20 minutes, the staff will call your name and bring your food out fresh and piping hot. When you finish eating, it can be a bit confusing to know where to take your plate. I asked the staff and they said to just leave it on the table. While I am not accustomed to leaving dirty dishes behind, the staff is very prompt and efficient at clearing and cleaning up. Great spot overall!

Best dessert on the island, Da Sweet Spot!! Perfect snow type ice, fresh topping with just the…read moreright sweetness. So good we've been looking for something similar here in California!!

There are two areas of food trucks. Be sure to check out both. The first off the main street had…read morefewer than the second area. You don't see it right away unless you keep walking. We tried Thai Me Up, it was good. For dessert we had a delicious fresh acai bowl from Sweet Hula. Definitely a must try!

Definitely a must stop and try. This place was featured on Guy Fieri's diners, drive-ins and dives…read moreand I would say that it's definitely worth the hype. Other places that were featured on that show, can't say the same. Love that the fish is always fresh always local. You can tell that love goes into every order.

3.5 stars South Maui…read moreFish Company is a food truck located in the Aloha Open Marketplace with other restaurants and shops. There is a small parking lot on the side and street parking by the library across the street. The main draw here is the poke but they also serve fish tacos and fish plates. They sell only locally-caught fish which changes daily. For poke there are only two options: traditional and spicy. We got one of each ($22 each) and I preferred the traditional as it was saltier and had more flavor. I'm used to seeing more than just two flavors but it's fine. What I didn't like was that the rice in my bowl was hard like it had been out for a while. The other bowl was fine so I'm not sure what happened there. $46 total for two bowls seems like a higher price than normal for sushi, and the spicy one was just okay. Note that there is a 3% charge for using card.

Tin Roof is stupid good…read more The menu had a great mix of fresh island ingredients, creative dishes, and comforting local favorites. Everything we tried was flavorful and beautiful. Honestly, they were so good that I briefly forgot I was supposed to be pacing myself. The service was friendly and attentive even to people who are clearly tourists like us. If you're visiting Maui, I'd definitely recommend stopping by and giving it a shot. It was easily one of my favorite meals on the island.

Mochiko Chicken is the star! Crunchy chopped up chicken with rice, topped with savory and sweet…read moresauces and rice crackers is top tier texture experience. I also enjoyed the kale salad; refreshing with craisins, sweet dressing, and topped with crushed Maui onion chips. Perfect accompaniment to the entrees. This place is takeout only, so be prepared to eat in your car or take it to the nearby beach to chow down. Pro tip: order online for pickup instead of standing in line.

Omg the seared Ahi!!! The quality of the fish is phenomenal. It comes in this tangy onion…read morevinaigrette that is just perfect as a dip for the refreshing jalapeño mashed potatoes. It's so good I'll be dreaming about it. The Mac crusted mahi was very bland. Pretty much no flavor. Fish was fresh. Rice had no flavor. Wouldn't get again Drinks here are always on point! The passionfruit foam is incredible! I love that our server knew the good dishes and was able to give reliable recommendations!

This was the only place that I repeatedly visited during a 2 week vacation that wasn't a food…read moretruck. Gorgeous restaurant, very friendly and efficient service (highly recommend making a reservation during popular mealtimes), very well made and clean locally sourced ingredients for their menu items. They are one of the few places open a bit later and with all day service that is not in a hotel. Plenty of parking and an elevator for ease of access. They also offer live music and happy hour. They made my favorite salad of my trip... it was a very simple green salad made with local sweet onions and greens that was a must order with every meal. The deviled eggs with lobster was another favorite. The fish and chips, tuna melt, burger, and mahi sandwich were all good. I would pass on the happy hour pizza and fried dumplings - both were more dough than topping or filling.