Stopped in to explore this little market on a Sunday and am pleasantly surprised. Staffed by wonderful, friendly, and very helpful Aunties, Kelly's carries a nice variety of Asian staples at very reasonable prices. I even found baggies of freshly packed Kahuku Ogo. There's a hot food section in a separate area inside the market. Everything looked fresh and delicious, not like some places where the meat is swimming in fat. There's a selection of hot veggie forward dishes. So glad I found this gem of a market! read more

Great store with a little bit of everything. Check them out read more

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This place hasn't changed much in the past year. There are no bags to put your fruits and vegetables in, and they don't give out packages. They will surcharge you if you pay by credit card. read more

Kelly's Superette - Not the same as the old Ah Fooks. - Grocery Near Me - Kahului, Hawaii

It all started when I wanted to make ma yi shang tsu. I missed home, and just wanted to make something that reminded me of it, and my grandma. I drove to 4 different stores and couldn't find doubanjiang. I was also out of hong cu (red vinegar). Le sigh. I miss the city, lol. Kelly's was my last stop. And, guess what? I found it, here, in this nondescript store. They, by far, have a pretty comprehensive stock of Asian condiments on the island of Maui. I have found things that TJ, Tamura, and Island Grocery depot does not have: thick soy, black vinegar, preserved vegetables, bean paste, fermented tofu.....you name it. The front lady is always nice too, making conversation like "what's for dinner?" Pleasant people are always appreciated. In addition to the sauces, they have 2 rows or so of "normal" foods, like canned tomato sauce, pasta, ramen (not too much, just your basics Sapporo, mama, indomie), snacks, candy, chips, bread; another row of frozen foods like fish, meats, potstickers, coconut milk; another row of drinks, small dairy section, and refrigerated section with banchan-type pickles, kimchi, etc. The front near the cashier, they have some toiletries and cooked foods like manju, tupig/sumat for eg. I did notice they are lacking in Asian spices like Sichuan peppercorns (go to Rowena for spices and produce), meats/fish and produce (could be due to covid), but you could stop here for most of your grocery needs. read more

Kelly's Superette - Row of hard to find sauces in Maui. - Grocery Near Me - Kahului, Hawaii

I come here if I'm in the area and I need veggies or certain other things. I really don't like to run in an another store if I just need one or 2 things. This store is cute and small. Always have fresh veggies. They carry fruits, veggies, meats, Asian things and canned goods. They also carry fresh baked goods. I got the cascaron so ono when it's fresh. I always get the kindest guy that cashes me out. He's super friendly and always puts a smile on my face. I will update my review when I come again so I can take more pictures of things in the store. Let's support this local business please. read more

Kelly's Superette - a container of coconut candy - Grocery Near Me - Kahului, Hawaii

"Kelly's Superette" is the third designation of this onetime iconic Maui grocer, Ah Fook's Supermarket. Ah Fook's was sold a few years ago to another local business. False promises of carrying on the store's legacy failed as longtime employees slowly left after being treated "badly" according to first-hand accounts. The employees are the backbone of any business. Lose your support, and the house crumbles. Mind you, groceries can be found elsewhere too! THE NEWEST STORE: Still located in the Kahului Shopping Center and in the same corner spot of the former Maui Style Market and prior to that the post-fire location of the "new" Ah Fook's, the only thing that changed was the name on the building. Upon entering, I noticed that the refrigerated section was almost barren, void of any seafood, meats and poultry. Everything else was still well-stocked, including their frozen foods section. My mission was to pick up a bottle of marinade, specifically the Ah Fook's Korean Style Sauce. ($5.99, 32 oz.). Even though the Ah Fook's name is in the history books, I'm ecstatic they still make this as it goes excellent with chicken. The sauce is dark and well-balanced with sweet, savory and garlicky flavors. I marinate boneless, skinless chicken thighs for two days then bake them for a scrumptious yakitori chicken-style dish. For raw peanut shoppers, they carry pre-packaged bags ranging from one to two pounds. And, they're of the normal size, not the humongous ones that have no taste. At the register were bags of fresh beetle nuts, something very popular with the Micronesian population. Never saw them before today! Eating them turns your gum lines black. Don't ask as I have no idea, LOL. SERVICE: I was happy to see one of the male workers running the register that I recognized from the old Ah Fook's Store (the big one that burnt down). He's a friendly and humble guy, the kind that should be working in a store with roots as deep as Ah Fook's! He's been there that long which is awesome! BUSINESS HOURS: M - F: 7:30a - 6:30p Sa: 7:30a - 5:30p Su: 8:00a - 5:00p OVERALL: I'm not sure who "Kelly" is but I wish her/him well in their new endeavor. I'll try to support this small business more often. read more

Kelly's Superette - The place - VN - Grocery Near Me - Kahului, Hawaii

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Not sure if these owners will be better than the previous ones, but I think it's a great start. I've known this little supermarket since it was Ah Fook's over 40 years ago. Burned down once and downsized from a Long's Drugs or CVS sized place to a spot probably double or triple a 7-11 place. Changed owners a little over a year back, kinda went downhill. New owners might actually be solid. For the first time in months, I saw a lot of produce replenished from local sources. Also had a new "hot food" spot and the enterprise was expanded. Picked up the Okra Adobo and Pinakbet to sample and I wasn't disappointed. Pretty good stuff. Will be back in the near future. read more

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Never. Going. Back. Growing up on Maui in the 60's, Ah Fook Supermarket was a famity-run grocery store that everyone knew and loved. Kelly's (which it has now become after several changes of ownership) is no comparison and should not carry the legacy that local people assume it does. Customer service is severely lacking--in fact, they are downright rude and act as though they are doing you a favor they'd prefer not to do. I have never been treated so rudely in my life. read more

Love that this store is bringing back the old school supplies that they were known for! Beautiful protea flowers at a reasonable price! I look forward to coming back to visit on my next visit. read more

This is a good store with items that are hard to find elsewhere. I go there for the Chinese roast pork, the same that Ah Fooks used to sell, the Akahi Brand hot dogs and My favorite Poke, even though they no longer use lipoa it's still one of the best on Maui. They sell many Asian and an items that I don't see in other stores and if you have the munchies they have cascaron, manju, and loompia. If I am in town I try to stop there also friendly service. read more