Not to worry, there is something to eat for everyone. Whether it’s the
exquisite meals being served at such restaurants as Roy’s, Seawatch
and Mama’s or the more casual food being put forth at Fred’s Mexican
Café, Alexander’s Fish and Chips and Maui Tacos, you’ll find you won’t
go hungry. When we’re on Maui at our condo, “Le Penthouse”
for three or so weeks, we’ll get to many of the following restaurants.
Big Wave Cafe
Big Wave Cafe is at 1215 South Kihei Road in the Kihei Center,
the same shopping center that contains Longs Drugs. Phone 891-8688.
Big Wave breakfast and lunch menus are both available from
7:30 AM to 2:00 PM. There are some lunch items from 2 to 5 PM,
and the full dinner menu from 5:00 to 9:00 PM. They have a great
bargain in their early-bird specials, buy one entree and get one free
from 5:00 to 6:30 PM (call before you go to verify they are still doing this).
Atmosphere is very casual and there’s no view. But the food is
excellent. It’s as good as at Maui’s fine dining restaurants, for a
lot less money. This place is a surprising Maui gem.
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Mama’s Fish House
799 Poho Place, Kuau Cove. Phone: 579-8488. Seafood. Wow! What a
wonderfully delicious place to eat! Homey Hawaiian atmosphere with
the ocean, balmy breezes and Baja abalone. Maui’s original fish house
cooks creative combinations of uncommon catches and fresh island fixin’s.
Takes about 40 minutes (depending on traffic) to get there from Kihei but well
worth the drive. Go a little early and watch the windsurfers. This is the place
where you can see 40 to 60 windsurfers in one spot! Must have reservations.
Can get in without them but a long wait.!! Very expensive. Voted First
“Best Waterfront Dinning”, and second as “Most Mauist” and second
as “Restaurant of the Year” in 2006. (www.Mamasfishhouse.com/)
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Monsoon India 808-875-6666 This restaurant is 2 complexes from our home on Maui, “Le Penthouse”, and is easy walking distance.
As written on their website: "As the premier
Indian Restaurant on Maui, Monsoon India stands alone in its attention to the
delights of the senses. The rich and fine aromas of our authentic
Indian cuisine will enchant you while you dine and relax in our open air,
Oceanfront location.
Our chefs prepare the finest Indian dishes with traditional
spices and complex flavors sure to please the most discriminating palate.
If you have never experienced fine Indian cooking, you are in for a unique
treat.
Come and experience our open air, ocean front
location with a full unobstructed Ocean View. Enjoy sweeping views of the
sparkling Ma’alaea Bay, take in the breathtaking beauty of the West Maui
mountains, and enjoy the clear view of the stunning, world famous Maui
sunset."
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Kimo’s
845 Front Street in Lahaina, tel. (808) 661-4811
A Lahaina Landmark
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Kimo’s captures a unique mix of Lahaina’s heritage in its decor.
The upstairs main dining room reflects the architectural influence
of New England on the former whaling port, with koa-lined walls,
missionary-style furnishings, and maritime memorabilia. The
downstairs waterfront lanai and bar offers a more Hawaiian-style
ambiance, with teak tables and chairs, umbrellas, swaying palms and
a mast complete with maritime flags.
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The Maalaea Waterfront Restaurant
50 Hauoli St., Maalaea. Phone (808) 244-9028
Here’s what the owners of The Waterfront have to say: “Aloha and
welcome to The Waterfront Restaurant where it’s a family affair
with the Smith family, Mom, Gary, and Rick. Our family owned and
operated restaurant has one common goal. To take the freshest food,
prepare it like nothing you’ve ever had before and serve it in a style
that is traditional and elegant. We are a favorite among locals and
visitors alike." That is true and we can add that if you like Caesar salad,
you should order it for two or more and it's made table-side.
http://www.waterfrontrestaurant.net/
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Ma’la - An Ocean Tavern
1307 Front Street, Lahaina. 667-9394
This is a fairly new place, but run by Mark and Judy Ellman who
are experienced in this business. Excellent food at reasonable
prices. On the water across the street form the Lahaina Cannery.
Wow, what a view!! Happy hour 3PM to 5PM.
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Sensei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar
1881 S. Kihei Rd., Kihei, Maui. Booths and tables fill up fast in the intimate
restaurant. Reservations are wise. Lots of locals eat at these restaurants.
Check for the “early bird” special.
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Haliimaile General Store
Haliimaile. (808) 572-2666. Take a little drive. Makes a really nice
outing for lunch or dinner. Really good food. Again many awards to
this upcountry restaurant. Casual. Chef Bev Gannon was awarded
“Chef of the Year” and the restaurant won “Best Hawaii Regional”
in Maui Magazine’s Readers Choice survey in 2006. www.bevgannonrestaurants.com/
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Roy’s Kahana Bar & Grill 808-669-6999
In Kehei at 303 Piikia, Bldg 1, Kehei. 808-891-1120. Strictly casual
reflecting the islands lifestyle. Chef/owner Roy Yamaguchi blends
freely the European techniques in which he was trained with Asian
flavors and ingredients of the Pacific. Very good food! http://www.roysrestaurant.com/
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Longhi’s Wailea
The Shops at Wailea
Reservations: 808 891.8883. Go to the one in Wailea on a Wednesday
if possible to take in the entertainment that starts around 5:30 PM
at The Shops in Wailea. A little pricey but food is very good.
Also located in Lahaina.
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Gannon's Restaurant
100 Wailea Golf Club Dr, Wailea. 808.875.8080
Very pretty setting with great views. And the food is fabulous.
Gannon's uses local ingredients and fresh fish from
Hawaii’s waters. The casually elegant ambience of Gannon's
and the spark of Chef Bev Gannon's cuisine blend perfectly together to
create the winning combination that makes this Maui restaurant
a culinary destination for both residents and visitors from around the world.
www.mauihawaii.org/restaurants/gannons.htm
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Café O’Lei Restaurant, Kihei
2439 S Kihei Rd. upstairs at the Rainbow Mall
808-891-1368
"Cafe O'Lei could give some of our favorites here in Napa a run
for their money. Cafe O'Lei Kihei has already positioned itself
as one of the best restaurants in South Maui."
-- Napa Valley Register www.cafeoleirestaurants.com/kihei/
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Lahaina Store Grille and Oyster Bar
744 Front St., 2nd floor (elevator) Lahaina 808-661-9090
The Lahaina Store Grille has, I believe, the only oyster bar on Maui.
This restaurant offers rooftop dining which towers over Front Street,
Lahaina. Or sit inside the cool air-conditioned grand dining room for
lunch or dinner. Parking can be challenging in Lahaina. However,
with their own parking lot located directly behind their restaurant,
they make parking easy. http://www.lahainastoregrille.net/
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