AK's Cafe

1237 Lower Main St, Wailuku, HI 96793 808-244-8774

Description: WAILUKU. A change of pace is in store at this delightful restaurant. Aspiring to be an "asset to the community" with heart- and diabetic-friendly cuisine, the kitchen turns out creations like grilled chicken with Thai chili sauce, fish tacos, and garlic-crusted ono with cucumber relish. Diners looking to break their diets can try baked opakapaka with lobster passion fruit sauce, or crab cakes drizzled with papaya buerre blanc. Lunch delivery is available, and accomplished, healthful fare with no loss of flavor makes AK's a very attractive prospect.
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Aloha Mixed Plate

1285 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-661-3322

Description: LAHAINA. Years ago, when workers of many different ethnic backgrounds toiled together in the sugarcane fields, they brought a variety of foods for lunch, and everyone shared with each other. The "mixed plate," as it was called, featured two or three entrees, a scoop of macaroni salad, and "two scoops rice." It was also nutritionally sound. Nowadays, at this colorful, ocean-front eatery, diners may choose from a number of dishes, including coconut prawns, shoyu chicken, kalua pork, and teriyaki beef. Outdoor tables accommodate the crowds, and a full bar serves up cooling beverages. For a taste of local flavor, the Mixed Plate can't be beat. Ask around if you have any doubt.
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Cascades

200 Nohea Kai Dr, Hyatt Regency Maui, Ka'anapali Beach Resort, Ka'anapali, HI 96761 808-661-1234

Description: KAANAPALI. Exceptional views are paramount at this romantic restaurant, which washes diners in candlelight and showcases the resort's beautiful pools and the ocean beyond. The ambience is perfect for couples celebrating their nuptials or anniversary. The menu highlights fresh fish, prepared as you wish, along with certified Angus beef. You can also sample a bountiful seafood mixed grill, Asian-spiced chicken breast, a bento box, or grilled pork. In addition, a fantastic sushi bar crafts gorgeous, delicious rolls.
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Feast at Lele

505 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-667-5353

Description: LAHAINA. Just picture it: As the sun sets on the horizon, you're gifted with a delicate lei and led to a table alongside the ocean. While candles are lit, you feast on foods from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa, and Tonga; each course is accompanied by dances and music characteristic of these nations. Glorious costumes set the scene, and soft breezes blow along the water. You sample grilled fish, roast pork, seaweed salad, and a host of other Polynesian dishes, tracing a culinary and cultural journey through the South Pacific. It's a tribute to the people who settled these islands and a perfect way to experience Hawaii. Outdoors, close to nature. It's a don't-miss occasion.
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I'o

505 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-661-8422

Description: LAHAINA. Etched-glass windows and a curved bar accent this fabulous, ocean-side eatery, but it's not furnishings you'll remember after dining here. The eminently creative menu reinterprets Polynesian traditions, and customary ingredients find new expression. Fresh fish comes crusted with sesame paste or foie gras, lobster is sauteed with rum and pineapple, and roasted prawns tumble alongside mushrooms and asparagus. Steak, lamb, and chicken receive similar treatment. Appetizers, favored over entrees by some, are also sublime. Barbecue-glazed ribs and coconut cream-topped oysters are incredible, and the Silken Purse takes wontons to new heights. Take time to enjoy the bar's extensive menu of martinis, cognacs, and ports.
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Jacques Bistro

120 Hana Hwy, Paia, HI 96779 808-579-8844

Description: PAIA. Terrific, affordable food and a gorgeous garden setting recommend this bistro as one of Maui's best values. The convivial atmosphere and lack of pretense make it that much more attractive. Amid all the fun, you'll discover a pleasing variety of dishes, from rack of lamb to pasta, from fresh seafood to zesty curries. Local vegetables also make an appearance, providing a simple counterpoint to the sophisticated entrees. Lamb chops, smoked duck quesadillas, and a well-dressed Greek salad crop up on the menu too, welcoming diners of all tastes and inclinations. Somewhat crowded, but a great destination.
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Kimo's

845 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-661-4811

Description: LAHAINA. This two-story, oceanside restaurant is perennially popular with tourists to Lahaina. Naturally, great views and affordable prices are a draw, but the food is what really sells the place. A variety of fresh fish is delivered daily; guests can choose to have theirs crusted with parmesan cheese, baked with ginger and orange zest, or broiled with a teriyaki glaze. Seafood Newburg in cream sauce and Shrimp Tahitian, sauteed with wine and butter, are also great options. Steak, chicken, sandwiches, and burgers are available too, depending on the time of day, and you're always free to nurse a cold drink and watch the world go by. If you do, make sure to have a slice of hula pie with its cookie crust and chocolate topping. It doesn't get sweeter than this.
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Lahaina Coolers Restaurant & Bar

180 Dickenson St, Dickenson Square, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-661-7082

Description: LAHAINA. This airy establishment, cooled by ceiling fans and accented with surf boards, is a local favorite, celebrated for its welcoming ambience and its delicious, multi-national menu. Open all day long, it's a hangout for visitors, Maui locals, surfers, boat crews ­ everyone. Lunch offerings include salads, burgers, sandwiches, pastas, and a selection of plate lunches. Evil Jungle Pasta, the house specialty, combines linguine, chicken, and vegetables in a spicy Thai peanut sauce; it's a classic among many tasty entrées. The chocolate taco, accompanied by fruit and a strawberry salsa, is also quite satisfying and provides a sweet ending to a relaxing meal. The restaurant serves a late-night menu too, with a range of beers and cocktails.
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Lahaina Grill

127 Lahainaluna Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-667-5117

Description: LAHAINA. This much-celebrated restaurant consistently does everything right. Characterized by a pressed metal ceiling and expressive artwork, it surrounds guests with refined details that also extend to the cuisine. Tequila shrimp and firecracker rice are a mainstay on the seasonal menu, along with Kona coffee-roasted rack of lamb and kalua duck. An extensive wine list pairs any of the fabulous entrees with an appropriate vintage, and live music adds another layer to the sensory feast. The "Chef's Table" is available for those who want a customized menu and a truly special occasion. The bar, too, is a terrific place to hang out and soak in the ambience.
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Mala, An Ocean Tavern

1307 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-667-9394

Description: LAHAINA. Intimate, waterfront Mala brings a nice bit of culinary sophistication to Lahaina's dining scene. Its menu, predicated on the small-plate concept, focuses on organic, whole foods. Dishes are meant to be shared; they include flatbread pizzas, fresh fish, steamed clams, calamari, lamb pitas, and even a Kobe beef hamburger. A good wine list promises intriguing complements, and outdoor dining is a pleasant perk. A confident, experienced husband-and-wife enterprise.
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Moana Bakery & Café

71 Baldwin Ave, Paia, HI 808-579-9999

Description: PAIA. This fashionable cafe serves terrific gourmet cuisine throughout the day, but it can't be beat for breakfast, especially when mist hangs in the air and the whole day lies ahead. The coffee, freshly brewed and flavorful, is great no matter how it's prepared. It's also an incredible complement to the flaky French pastries they craft on the premises. If you crave something more substantial, you'll find eggs benedict, omelets, hearty pancakes, and more. They'll even customize dishes with fresh seafood if you want an authentic island experience. Lunch and dinner served too.
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Old Lahaina Luau

1251 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-667-1998

Description: LAHAINA. Celebrated for its integrity, its food, and its dance, this luau is an authentic glimpse of old Hawaii. Set in an ocean-side village, it begins as the sun sets and tiki torches take up the fading light. Amid swaying palm trees, guests sip tropical drinks and sample such delicacies as roasted pig, coconut pudding, poi, salmon, and taro leaves. Native dancers perform the hula in its many variations, providing a lesson in both history and culture. The well-labeled buffet invites guests to partake of traditional dishes, and local craftspeople demonstrate their art. The entire experience is without parallel and is an absolute must-see for all who appreciate travel and find interest in other lands.
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Pacific'o

505 Front St, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-667-4341

Description: LAHAINA. Well-respected and popular, this oceanfront restaurant consistently delivers terrific food that celebrates Polynesian and Indian cuisine. Diners may choose to sit inside or enjoy the tropical ambience at outside tables. Either way, entrées are spectacular. Start with ahi tuna tartare or mussels baked with blue crab and ginger. Then try lobster in saffron sauce, sesame-crusted lamb, or the famous ahi and ono tempura (two types of local fish cooked medium-rare and served with white miso dressing and lime-basil sauce). A vegetarian special of tofu, lentils, and vegetables is also popular. For a terrific ending, sample mango cheesecake or a fruit sorbet while you listen to live jazz, played Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 9pm.
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Pineapple Grill

200 Kapalua Dr, Bay Golf Course at Kapalua Resort, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-669-9600

Description: KAPALUA. Pineapple Grill exults in the amalgam of flavors that is Pacific Rim cuisine. Judiciously balancing fresh seafood and local seasonings, the chef creates Maui coffee-roasted duck breast and confit of duck leg, pistachio and wasabi pea-seared ahi, caramelized diver scallops with black truffle emulsion, and Hunan grilled pork tenderloin. A dazzling international wine list offers by-the-bottle and by-the-glass selections, and stunning views of the mountains, golf course, and ocean are standard visual fare. Upscale and sublime.
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Plantation House

2000 Plantation Club Dr, Kapalua Resort, Kapalua, HI 96761 808-669-6299

Description: KAPALUA. An elegant, all-wood interior, subtly lit and accented with colorful paintings, is a simple foil to stunning views of Maui's hills and the distant ocean. Breezes sift in from the slopes, and an open fireplace cuts the chill on cool days. The Mediterranean-influenced cuisine keeps a consistent quality, and the menu changes regularly, but you can always be certain of fresh seafood. As is common on Maui, you may choose the style of preparation: Sweet Island Breeze (cooked with mirin and macadamia nuts) and Taste of Forest Riches (accompanied by wild mushrooms and Maui onions) are just a few of the options. Curried spinach pot stickers are a terrific appetizer, and you'll also find steak, poultry, lamb, and pasta entrees. Desserts are rich with chocolate and local fruits.
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Plantation House Restaurant

2000 Plantation Club Dr, Plantation Golf Course, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-669-6299

Description: LAHAINA. Breathtaking views of pineapple fields, distant islands, and lush vegetation leave diners awestruck at this upscale restaurant. Teak furnishings, broad windows, and elegantly set tables distinguish the interior, and the cuisine brings together Hawaiian and Mediterranean sensibilities. Begin with scallop skewers with apple-smoked bacon and honey-guava glaze, and then slide delightedly into slow-braised Australian lamb shank with truffle mashed potatoes, pepper-dusted rare ahi tuna, or oven-roasted pork tenderloin with caramelized Maui onions. Pleasant service and a fireplace make the experience that much more enticing.
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Roy's Kahana Bar & Grill

4405 Honoapiilani Hwy, Kahana Gateway Shopping Center, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-669-6999

Description: LAHAINA. A skillful fusion of European and Asian cuisines distinguishes this restaurant. Under the masterful tutelage of chef Roy Yamaguchi, the establishment has earned a reputation for lively ambience, attentive service, and incredible food. The menu exhibits a devotion to impeccably fresh ingredients and a penchant for artistic presentation. Among the temptations, you'll find firecracker-seared scallops, blackened ahi tuna with soy mustard butter sauce, and crispy lemongrass chicken. There's also steak, lamb, pasta, pork, and duck. Nightly specials make an appearance too, adding to the sweet agony of choice. A great experience, especially when you indulge in the signature chocolate soufflé.
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Sansei Seafood Restaurant and Sushi Bar

600 Office Rd, The Kapalua Resort, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-669-6286

Description: LAHAINA. With a blatant disregard for expectation, this restaurant juxtaposes ingredients to create fabulously tasty and complex dishes. The specialty is sushi, especially maki, and the options are absolutely legion. Beyond this, you'll find sashimi, noodles, seafood of all sorts, tempura, pastas, and numerous daily specials. There's always something new on the menu, and it's always a revelation to try it. Of course, the classics, such as the signature Asian rock-shrimp cakes with ginger-lime chile butter and cilantro pesto, are worth repeat visits too. So, throw caution to the wind, and go with your instincts. You're certain to be well rewarded. Besides, dessert awaits....
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Son'z at Swan Court

200 Nohea Kai Dr, Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-667-4506

Description: LAHAINA. Romance reigns at this elegant restaurant, which features waterfalls, gardens, and swans moving gently through the water. The Continental menu is just as impressive. Tinged with local flavors, it changes regularly, but you're certain to encounter any number of irresistible entrees and dessert items. Among the main courses: grilled beef tenderloin with parmesan-garlic fries, coq au vin, pan-steamed onaga, and grilled rack of lamb.
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The Banyan Tree

1 Ritz Carlton Dr, Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Resort, Lahaina, HI 96761 808-669-6200

Description: KAPALUA. The Ritz's signature restaurant is as flawless as you'd imagine, an impeccable meshing of elegance, taste, and atmosphere. Gracing diners with spectacular views and live instrumental music, The Banyan Tree then coddles them with pine nut-crusted ahi, beef tenderloin with asparagus and truffle sauce, Kona lobster with tarragon-coral butter, and grilled rack of lamb with cilantro chimichurri. Finish up with a banana-coriander napoleon or a decadent chocolate tasting, and you'll know what the good life is all about.
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