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I stopped by here yesterday for lunch. Sun's Out Buns Out is located in a food truck pod, so I did not realize exactly where I was going until I saw all of the trucks. The truck itself is fun, painted with bright tropical colors and scenes, and they seem to be known for their loaded tots and bao buns. I placed my order on the touchscreen outside and then sat down to wait for my food. For lunch on this day I went with the buffalo chicken tots and the Island Piggy bao. The menu described the bao as kalua pork, BBQ sauce, tropical salsa, and pickled red onions. The buffalo chicken tots were described as buttermilk fried chicken, buffalo sauce, jack cheddar cheese, house made pickles, and ranch dressing. It took less than 10 minutes for my food to be ready and I sat down at one of the shaded picnic tables. When I opened everything up it all looked good, but I did notice that the tots were missing the house made pickles. I started with the bao and thought it was pretty good. The kalua pork was super juicy and the bao bun was light and fluffy while still holding together well. The pickled onions added a nice acidity and the tropical salsa brought good flavor. The only thing I did not notice much was the BBQ sauce. After that I dug into the tots. The tots themselves were cooked nicely with a crispy outside and soft inside. The chicken was good as well with a nice batter and the buffalo sauce added flavor while the cheese was gooey. The only thing worth noting is that the chicken was softer than expected and not very crispy. It worked since I did have the texture from the crispy tots, but it stood out. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. I would probably not order both a bao and tots again as it was a lot of food, but I would definitely come back for one or the other. read more

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Claire N.

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Suns Out Buns Out is a must stop food truck with seriously unique flavors. The bao are perfectly soft and pillowy, and everything we tried was packed with flavor. The spam brussel sprouts were amazing and such a fun, unexpected combo. Our absolute favorites were the ahi bao and the pork tots, both were standout, crave worthy dishes. We visited last May, so some of the items were seasonal, which just makes it even more exciting to go back and see what's new. Great service, great vibes, and really creative food. If you see this truck, do not skip it. read more

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The Da Piggy Bowl is a big bowl full of flavor. I like the menu and the portions are very good for the price. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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TJ B.

Thank you Leeza for the review! Glad you enjoyed Da Piggy Bowl!

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Kamryn A.

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Got an assortment of baos and safe to say that each one was better than the next!! They all were warm, fresh, and super soft. All the combos were great. Came out quick and in a great spot with lots of food trucks so these baos were the perfect appetizer read more

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Nirmal R.

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I've a t-shirt with this spots name so you know I gotta try it out! And ooooo the variety! I wanted to try one of each lol. They were super friendly and was super helpful with our order! The bao buns were yummy and filling. I ate 5 of them . They did have dessert bao buns that I was tempted to buy but I was nice and didn't . Will definitely be back for their dessert menu! Almost forgot to mention the buns we got!! we tried the bao chicka bao bao (this was really good and the chicken was great!), uncle Philly (this was my fav!!!) and crispy shrimp (this had a monster size shrimp and was nicely fried) This is located in a food truck area so they have benches to sit and eat at and there will be chickens running around the area . read more

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Thank you Nirmal for the awesome review! Can’t wait for you to try…

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Cryetti C.

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Food: 4 Service: 4 Ambiance: 4 t was a perfect Maui day, and we decided to head over to the food truck area. Buns Out Suns Out was already on my list, so I was really excited to finally try it. We came a little after the lunch rush, and there was no line at all, which was a nice bonus. We ended up ordering the Little Piggy Bao, the Bao Chicka Bao Bao, and the Hurricane Tots. I absolutely loved the Little Piggy Bao, especially the ube bun. The pork belly was cooked to perfection and paired so well with the slightly sweet ube bread. The Bao Chicka Bao Bao was also very delicious, flavorful, and crunchy. The Hurricane Tots were good, but they didn't quite blow me away compared to the baos. Everything we tried was really tasty, and honestly, I wanted to eat way more baos but had to control myself. I would definitely recommend this spot for a great snack, or if you're making a meal out of it, be sure to order a few extra baos. It's a must-try when you're checking out the food trucks in Maui read more

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Ata M.

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Super solid choice for food in Kihei. Located in the food truck park right by Azeka shopping center. The buns are tasty and fresh. The shrimp bun was by far our favorite. The tofu bowl was "super fire" according to the person that got it. The pork belly bowl was good, but not my personal favorite. The pork was a bit too sweet for my liking (but it wasn't my main meal, so I was ok). The guys running the trick were super nice and asked us to let them know if anything was off. They have a kiosk to order which is helpful on busier days. Actually many of the food trucks now have a kiosk ordering available. The bathrooms are clean (if you get there early enough), and the tables are communal. Just a reminder, don't feed the chickens! read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo Ata for the awesome review! So glad yall enjoyed everything!…

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Amara P.

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Suns out buns out has deliciously fresh Bao buns. They offer tons of different types of Bao and different varieties of flavor profiles. Such as duck, shrimp, chicken, and pork. The Bao buns themselves are warm and soft to perfection, great flavor in every bite, and very filling. I love suns out buns out for a yummy bite to eat read more

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TJ B.

Yay! So glad you enjoyed everything! Mahalo for stopping by and we…

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Wendy F.

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Got the special bun from this food truck! Purple is such a cool color in food. Tasted delicious! Would recommend coming! The staff inside were really nice too. read more

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TJ B.

Thank you, Wendy for the sweet review. Glad you enjoyed the food and…

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Sophia L.

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I went at 5PM on a Tuesday, it wasnt busy at all. You can order on a tablet and they will text you once your order is ready. I tried the crispy shrimp Bao. The crispness was on point. Flavor was 10/10. The pineapple added perfect amount of sweetness. Honestly I wish I got more than one. read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo Sophia so happy you enjoyed the Crispy Shrimp Bao. That’s my…

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Came to the food truck park to grab an urgent snack. I ordered one duck and one mushroom. Both were ready very quickly. Looking forward to trying more on my next trip. read more

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If bao buns had a beach day this is where they would hang out. Suns Out Buns Out is the definition of Maui chill with a colorful food truck, shady pavilions with string lights, and bao buns so good you forget you are sitting on gravel instead of at a five star restaurant. I went for the Bao Bun Trio so I could taste a little bit of everything. The Island Piggy hit all the comfort notes with tender kalua pork, sweet BBQ sauce, and just enough crunch from the slaw. The Miso Trippy was a surprise favorite packed with earthy mushrooms and a miso glaze that balanced sweet and savory perfectly. And the Duck Duck Goat was the bao that makes you close your eyes and nod slowly like you are in a food commercial with goat cheese, duck confit, balsamic onion, all wrapped in pillowy perfection. The buns themselves are steamed clouds, soft but sturdy enough to hold all the toppings. Each bite is a mix of textures with tangy pickled onions, tropical salsa, and crispy veggies that keeps you chasing the next bite. Pro tip grab the trio, share if you must, and snag a seat under the pavilion. This is the kind of spot that makes you remember why food trucks are magic with serious flavors and zero pretension. Suns out taste buds out! read more

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TJ B.

Wow! What a review Phil! We really appreciate the support. Glad you…

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Seth M.

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This food truck is amazing! We came back after a year and a half and the buns are just as good and we remember! The duck bun and the cheesesteak bun are both amazing and very delicious! We will for sure be coming back every time we come back to maui! read more

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Jeff S.

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I'm almost embarrassed to say, at 68 years old, I've never had a BAO in a "sandwich" form...plenty of stuffed buns though. I read the reviews of the Suns Out Buns Out (food truck near Costco) and decided to give it a try. The trio plate is an incredible bargain! I selected the: Icky sticky BAO BAO Pork Belly Kahlua pork ...as my 3, and each one had awesome flavor - 5 star rating all the way! I even went back for another Icky sticky BAO BAO! And the proprietor was super nice - they hand out buzzers now which notifies you immediately when your order is ready. read more

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Daryl D.

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Bao bun trio that way you can try different flavors. Little piggy - love this because of the ube bao bun. Island piggy - love the pork and salsa in this one. Duck duck goat - I don't have goat as much so why not try this. I enjoyed the flavors of this one. I really enjoyed this meal. It was filling and tasty. read more

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Kee F.

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Let me just say, Suns Out, Buns Out was consistently good on both days (back-to-back) that we were able to get it. Here's what we tried, how we rated it, and what we thought: Day 1: Bao Chicka Bao Bao with Truffle Tater Tots--5/5. As someone who usually doesn't eat or care for slaw, I have to admit the slaw paired perfectly with the buffalo chicken. The spice and juices from the buffalo sauce complemented the fluffy and light bao bun without overpowering it. The truffle tater tots were an excellent side edition for an additional $4, but they were perfectly crisp with no soggy tots in sight, which we truly appreciated! Day 2: Bao Buns Trio with Truffle Tater Tots--5/5. We ordered two Bao Chicka Bao buns and one Crispy Shrimp Bao Bun which was really the star of the show! The tropical salsa and sweet chili mayo was AMAZING! The salsa was fresh and the mayo gave us a sweet and spicy kick which was perfectly balanced! read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo Kee! Glad you enjoyed everything! Have an awesome vacation we…

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Sasha K.

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Yummmmmmmmmyyyyyy...the most amazing bao buns I've ever had and to make it all the better they are stunning when you grab the vivid purple Ube ones. My favourite was the pork filling with crunchy and acidic pickled veggies. They have quick service and are made of exceptional quality. Who doesn't love some soft bread with amazing fillings and the Hawaiian sun shining on them? read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo Sasha for the awesome review! The Little Piggy is our most…

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Josiah C.

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By far the most unique and fun food truck in this lot. ALSO - my wife is allergic to pork and she was able to substitute! Good portion sizes, especially the tots. (Forgot the names but) We got the Duck/Goat Cheese, Bbq Pork, and the ube(sub tofu), plus the fried chicken tots. Excellent combo! Would recommend if you're looking for something new(and delicious). Crew was super chill and nice too. read more

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Rina C.

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My husband and I stopped by Suns Out Buns Out for dinner and tried a few dishes during a food tasting. We ordered the Bao Buns Trio (Little Piggy, Island Piggy, Duck Duck Goat) and the Buffalo Chicken Tots. The bao buns are always a highlight for me--the soft, fluffy texture is spot on, and the Little Piggy remains our favorite. The Island Piggy was nice but could've used a bit more flavor to really stand out. Unfortunately, the Duck Duck Goat was my least favorite; it wasn't quite what I expected and left me underwhelmed. The Buffalo Chicken Tots had great crispy texture, but they could've used more buffalo sauce. They felt a bit dry and underdressed for my taste. For these two dishes, plus tax and an 18% tip, the total came close to $50, which felt a bit steep. The service also took a little longer than I expected, but overall, the experience was good. read more

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Rhondi S.

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Great fresh baos, creative menu and fresh ingredients for a food truck in Kihei! Got the duck bao, moist delicious seasoned well with a fresh pineapple slaw -sooo good! Hubs got two kalua pig baos, he could barely finish them. Truffle tots with Parmesan was ok, their only sides were tots. But great tastes, fresh ingredients and combinations! Limited seating, but hey it's a food truck hang out! read more

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Friendly and easy service; cash and card accepted. This food truck area has designated picnic bench area and porta potty. For light eaters, 3 bao buns were fulfilled my appetite while also trying different flavors. Ask for recommendations if you're having trouble choosing! The kalua pork and the confit duck were delicious; the ube bao is your standard bao bun with glazed pork belly. read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo Kendrix glad you enjoyed the buns!

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Smaly K.

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My bf saw the ice cream baos, and just had to have one. And I saw tots, and just had to have some. So, I got Just a Side of Tots and and ube Ice Cream Bao with toasted coconut, and my bf got the vanilla Ice Cream Bao with chocolate sauce. Of course, tots were good; nice and crispy. And the Ice Cream Baos were delicious. The texture of the bao buns were good, and went well with the ice cream. And my bf saw some t-shirts they were selling, and he just couldn't leave without a "Suns Out Buns Out" t-shirt. read more

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TJ B.

Thanks so much Smaly for the 5 star review! Glad you enjoyed the tots…

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Jillian W.

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Delicious bao buns! We visited their food truck in Kihei. It is in a good location just off of S Kīhei Rd. We first visited in 2024 and made a point to come back for this trip. read more

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TJ B.

Thanks so much Jillian! We appreciate the continued support!

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Jen B.

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Popped in for a quick lunch. The purveyor was super kind and the food arrived quickly. But the best part was the food! We didn't get a bao bun, we got a bowl and it was the perfect blend of flavors! Da piggy bowl! Great little food truck enclave. read more

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TJ B.

Thank you Jenn! Glad you enjoyed Da Piggy Bowl!

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Madeleine H.

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Delicious, fresh and unique bao bun flavors. Don't miss the Little Piggy! Great spot for a casual Maui lunch, just a short drive from Wailea. read more

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TJ B.

Thank you Madeleine! So happy we lived up to the hype. Hope you saved…

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Andrew S.

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Really good. Got all the Bao Buns and they were all insane. Tater tots were also amazing! Recommend ordering online before hand so you don't need to wait at all. read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo for the 5 star review Andrew! We appreciate the support!

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Scott H.

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They pack an insane amount of flavor into these little buns! Haven't tried all of them (yet), but so far they've all been amazing. Super friendly service too! read more

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TJ B.

Thank you Scott for the 5 star review!

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Evelyn G.

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Food was amazing , the taste was so delicious I got the spicy chicken. The Cole slaw was so fresh , really friendly man that got my order . I definitely recommend them . read more

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Heather M.

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Love the bao buns - my favorite food truck in Maui. The Little Piggy with ube bun is amazing. Also, hats off to the Miso Trippy - a wonderful vegetarian option. And you can't miss the nap bites. Everything fried to order and delicious. read more

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TJ B.

Thank you Heather! We appreciate the kind words!

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Amber P.

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Nice buns - Quick buns - Tasty buns Can't go wrong with pork buns. Not my favorite ever but was a nice snack. Recommended by a local friend, it's a cool food truck spot with lots of options. With a name suns out buns out how could I skip it? I ordered the little piggy and the crispy shrimp. Little piggy was okay, they say it's their most popular but the flavor was lacking. However I did enjoy the crispy shrimp a lot. The shrimp was good quality so don't skip it! I would recommend getting three instead of two. read more

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B M.

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Made the trip from Boston to Maui. this place is easily one of the best food trucks I've ever been to.

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The honey garlic chicken bowl was my favorite! Everything was so fresh and tasty ! This was our first stop on our first trip to Maui from Colorado & California Then came back our 2nd day ! TJ remembered my cousins name -that's great customer service! I'm sure we'll be back again before our vacation ends read more

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Jason R.

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This food is from another planet! Delicious and there's something for all taste. Don't forget to ask for kamaina, that's Hawaiian for discount let's go! read more

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Nate S.

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Delicious buns all around. We got the bun trio - Sticky Icky Chicken, Little Piggy, and Island Piggy. All had distinct flavors, but our favorite was the Island Piggy, by far. Pork and mango is a great combination! Highly recommend trying the Island Piggy. Little Piggy had a lot of flavors all at once. For the price, it is worth getting the trio to get most bang for buck. read more

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Mahalo Nate! Thanks for taking the time to leave such an awesome…

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Delicious!! We tried the Ube, Philly, Island Pig, and the Loaded tots!! Everything was so good and I recommended this food truck to anyone! read more

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Ryan V.

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Very nice blend of pickled daikon with juicy pork belly, takes away the oily after taste. Great meal, fulfilled my bao craving. read more

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I was so glad to come across this location just down the street from our stay. Such a cool spot with the food trucks all around and nice covered seating. Suns out Buns out was a spot I had heard about and my wife loves bao buns. We only have one spot near us at home so this was a cool spot to check out. Our daughter loved the spot since there was so much going on. The woman was friendly and greeted us, she was patient in answering a couple questions as I decided what to order. Made sure we had everything we needed when we picked up our order too. I love the how these are similar to tacos, but a super soft fluffy bao instead. The little piggy on the ube was so good and the color is great. The bit of sweet and tang on the pork was really nice and the bit of crunch from the veg was nice contrast. The bao chicka bao bao is a fun play on words and delicious. Fried chicken was filling, crunchy with a tiny kick, the pickles wrapped it up nicely. Between the three of us though, we all thought the crispy shrimp was the best. The crunch of the breading, sweetness of the coconut and mango, and the bit of spice from the sauce and the pepper was so good. It was perfectly balanced with the texture and the flavor. read more

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White and fluffy bow, sweet and savory pork! Great menu variety! guys and the ownership and the spot was so cool! read more

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TJ B.

Mahalo for the review A.J.

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Armando S.

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Came here from San Jose California with high expectations and Bam they delivered!!! It was amazing. We had the Pork belly Bao, the fried chicken Bao, the shrimp Bao and they were all great. We also had the fried Bao and ice cream . The Ube was our favorite. Will definitely make it back before we leave the Island. The area was cool and there was more food trucks around. read more

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Mahalo Armando glad we were able to exceed your expectations! Hope to…

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James B.

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I really haven't met a bad food truck in Maui and this one sure isn't one of them. Their bao's are amazing, I can't street that enough. I never had a ube bao and this one definitely deserves another shot, for sure. The service was prompt, not much of a wait and it was served fresh and hot. I could say anything wrong about the ambiance other than the normal Maui chickens all over the place but we were fine with it. If I were you I would definitely give these guys a shot. read more

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TJ B.

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1 Piikea Ave
Kihei, HI 96753
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(808) 865-2867
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http://sunsoutbunsoutmaui.com

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Hours

What time does Suns Out Buns Out open?

Suns Out Buns Out opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Suns Out Buns Out close?

Suns Out Buns Out closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Suns Out Buns Out take Bitcoin?

No, Suns Out Buns Out does not take Bitcoin.

Does Suns Out Buns Out take credit cards?

Yes, Suns Out Buns Out takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Suns Out Buns Out have catering options?

Yes, Suns Out Buns Out does have catering options.

Does Suns Out Buns Out serve alcohol?

No, Suns Out Buns Out does not serve alcohol.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Suns Out Buns Out have bike parking?

Yes, Suns Out Buns Out has bike parking.

Does Suns Out Buns Out have parking?

Yes, Suns Out Buns Out has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Suns Out Buns Out wheelchair accessible?

No, Suns Out Buns Out is not wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

We specialize in making freshly prepared, delicious bao buns to the public at fair pricing. All items on the menu are made in house. We pride ourselves in delivering tasty food that utilizes locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Quality is of the utmost importance to us as Suns Out Buns Out!

History

Established in 2022.

Chef TJ moved to Maui from Virginia in 2021 and brought with him over 25 years of culinary experience. While getting to know and greatly enjoying Maui’s food scene, he realized it lacked a food truck that fused Mainland comfort foods with the bao buns that are so prevalent in Hawaii. He spent his days off daydreaming in the sun of all the possibilities and eventually Suns Out Buns Out was born! With his expansive background and dedication to his craft, Chef TJ brings you a dining experience you won’t soon forget.

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“Here's what we tried, how we rated it, and what we thought: Day 1: Bao Chicka Bao Bao with Truffle Tater Tots--5/5.”

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