Me and my family came here and expected a decent breakfast. However the price point is too high for majority of the food to be frozen. My mom got the chicken fried steak and was dissapointed to see everything but the egg was frozen. The pancakes we got were decent, but clearly made from a box mix with a dough like taste. All other meals my family got had the same issues. In general it was mediocre for people with real breakfast expectations given not much was made in house. As someone who works at a restaurant, I dont recommend. read more

Honestly, this place was getting 5 stars before I posted the reviews, rest assured that the food actually good so I do think the five stars is warranted. The guy that took our order was great though. Best personality and set the tone for the meal with the best energy as soon as we walked through the door. He recommended the mango lemonade to start (YUM- so glad I listened) and it was super refreshing. I ordered the ube michi pancakes and he recommended the pork fried rice with eggs for my husband as it was one of the more popular dishes. The pork fried rice was really good. The portion was just big enough and I'm not surprised at all that it's a top dish. I think the ube mochi pancakes were the star though. The text was good and the ube flavor really comes out, so much that I didn't want to use any coconut syrup for fear of drowning it out. I ate one without syrup and one with and the coconut syrup really compliments the pancake. Both flavor come out nicely. read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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You have to order ahead before you get seated. I always find such places odd as you have to tip before you are served. As vegetarians we had limited options , Pancake : 4/5. Waffles: 4/5 This was a reasonably priced place with a good location read more

Solid 4 stars for a brunch spot! Slightly different method of ordering here -- you walk in, place your order at the counter, they assign you a table based on the # of people you have in your party, and they bring the food to your table. Staff service is pretty light in that they're not bothering you too much, but they're around when you need them. Our fave dish by far was the French toast with macadamia nuts and bananas! Super soft bread, thick slices, and you don't need any syrup at all. We also tried the Loco Moco but it was just ok. I've had better at other places. My boys liked this place that we tried the Kīhei location as well but ordered take out. I'd come back again for sure! read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - French toast with macadamia nuts and bananas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Really solid breakfast spot. We loved everything except the pork fried rice which was pretty mid. I especially liked the loco moco. I love the extra gravy and the patty being more than enough to have extra for the egg to rice ratio. Overall 4.3/5 definitely would come back! read more

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Long lines , very good reviews, time to check it out. It was early Thursday morning and the line stopped just after door, but line moved quickly. Just like the Yelp reviews. Two cashiers taking orders. There is also dedicated to-go order kiosk. Nice! Took few minutes to take our orde and we got a basket with utensils and napkins. Our drinks came out almost simultaneously. We found the table nearby and our food started to come out. Some foods comes out faster. Value: 5 stars Service: 5 stars Cleaness: another 5 My Ube drink was delicious, so was the pancakes. Fried rice was ok. Cinnamon rolls are in the hotel room still, yogurt parfait was pre-made and granola was chewy instead of crunchy. Over all, 5 stars and repeat business is necessary. read more

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Loco moco would be a 7/10 it's yummy but wouldn't come back just to get it again, safe choice very yummy Mom got the egg breakfast, basic but does the job. read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Loco moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This is a must-try when you're in Maui! Expect a crowd, but don't let the line discourage you--they have the process down. You order at the counter, find a table, and they'll bring your food out when it's ready. We always have a great meal here! Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and generously portioned. The Loco Moco was rich and comforting, with a perfectly seasoned beef patty, fluffy rice, and delicious brown gravy. The chilaquiles were packed with flavor and topped with perfectly cooked eggs and fresh green onions for a nice crunch. I do have to mention that they're a little on the spicy side, but absolutely worth it! The cinnamon roll was the perfect way to end the meal--soft, warm, and topped with just the right amount of sweet icing. The service was efficient and friendly, and the atmosphere was casual and welcoming. If you're looking for an amazing breakfast or brunch in Maui, this place is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back every time we're in town! read more

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Service was good - our order was taken very quickly and accurately at the counter. It was busy inside - 8am on Sunday had plenty of both visitors and locals. It's a good, family friendly restaurant. Food was good as well. We ordered the French toast and the loco moco. While eating the loco moco, I bit on something quite hard - I found that there was a small, black pebble in my food. How did that get in there? Thankfully my teeth were okay. Because of that, I give this place 3 stars. I'd come back, though I will be chewing very, very carefully. read more

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Food is good. chicken waffles with the strips, loco moco is okay, gravy is good, good portion, bacon cheeseburger is good, and the blacken fish taco, was cooked well, moist, not dry or rubbery like other places served cold, seasoned well, came out pipe'n hot. One observation, saw the person wiping down the tables, used the same towel to wipe, clean the syrup from the syrup bottles , don't know if it touched the lid/mouth piece though... but this could be some cross contamination going on... for those with allergies. read more

We enjoyed this place so much we went two days in a row because it was tasty and convenient to where we were staying. The first day was lovely - good service, food was great. The Ube pancakes were a huge hit with my family. The second day was not so great. We ordered our breakfast to-go. The first disappointing thing we noticed was the $4 up charge to take our food to-go. Fine, we are on vacation. What's $4 bucks? The most disappointing and second thing was when we got home to enjoy our meals, two bites in, there was a long strand of back hair entangled in my chorizo scramble. Not just laying on top but tangled within the entire thing. I threw up in my mouth a little and tossed my entire dish. We won't be back unfortunately. read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Came @ 8 am for breakfast on a Thursday and surprised it was not as crowded as I remembered. That was also a few years ago. Casual dining, order/pay first and find your own seating. Ordered the loco moco. Good flavoring, but the beef patty was a bit tough & dry. Had it not been for the gravy saving it.... The So Ono macadamia nut coconut cream ice coffee is a nice sweet drink, if that's what you like. But if you like a coffee drink that actually tastes like coffee and want something stronger, skip this drink and just order plain coffee. Also ordered the meat lover breakfast. It's decent. Something you would find at any other breakfast joint. Service was quick and staff are friendly. read more

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Located in the plaza, this spot was busy for Sunday brunch, and there was a small line when we arrived. Thankfully, it moved quickly, and our food was served shortly after we ordered. Everything we tried was delicious, but our favorites were definitely the French toast and the pork fried rice. We also ordered the loco moco with kalua pork. It was good, but the kalua pork wasn't really our preference. Overall, we had a great experience with delicious food, efficient service, and would definitely come back. read more

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Food quick and delicious! Wait time was very minimal and highly recommended for a breakfast! Was an excellent choice as the pictures show the food! A little noisy because place is packed but enjoyable with background music from 60s and 70s.. mahalo read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Corned beef breakfast with poached egg and potatoes! Cooked and tasted just great - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Very good!!!!! So while visiting Lahina I'm on my search 4 the best loco moco. My usual spots burnt down. Came here based on reviews. Ordered 2 regular loco mocos with sunny side eggs. It was absolutely delicious!! Hearty portions I split with my man . Gravy was rich and delicious! Full of flavor! We all loved our food! Order at the counter then sit down. Bathroom clean. Great spot 4 breakfast/ brunch !! read more

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So this confused me just a bit. Kihei Caffe in Lahaina... I could have been eating here everyday but never tried. Now that I have I'm soo mad I'm no longer in Lahaina. I got the chicken fried steak. My how this was comfort food at its finest. The sausage gravy was perfect, the biscuit was perfect and the main event was perfect. If you decide to go here. Get that. read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Chicken Fried Steak - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

This was the first time I had tried Kihei Caffe (Lahaina) and I wasn't disapointed! I got a little confused about getting refills on my iced tea, but hey...I figured it out! (Go up to the counter BTW!) I wanted lunch, my wife wanted breakfast and this place was perfect for the both of us. The fish tacos were on point, and nummy fries were the perfect side kick. My wife's corned beef hash was very good, almost as good as home! read more

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This was one of our favorite meals during our last Maui trip! We ordered Banana Mac Nut Pancakes, Traditional Loco Moco, and Corned Beef Hash. We also got the POG juice and brewed coffee. Everything we had was delicious. The line was definitely long by the time we got there around 10 AM. We lined up for about 40 minutes to get to the counter, then we ordered and picked our tables. After we ordered and sat down, it probably took 5-10 mins to actually get our food, which we thought was impressive. Really loved this place and will come back on our next trip. read more

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The line here was long and snaked inside but it moved quickly. My omelette was pretty good but nothing too special. it was just an omelette. dining is casual. popular spot for breakfast. read more

Line LOOKED long, went by so fast! Definitely a top restaurant. Got the cinnamon roll toast, 2-2-2 and it was delicious. Fast service. read more

My first breakfast meal while visiting Maui. We waited for about 30 minutes to order at the front, but we were served shortly after finding a seat. The decor and vibe of the restaurant was really fun and brightened the rainy morning. The loco moco was saucy and delicious, we had it with pork. The pancakes were a generous portion, with tasty coconut syrup. We had the ube latte which had a strong ube flavor and was not too sweet! read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Loco moco - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This is the best place to go for local Hawaiian fare. The ube pancakes are to die for as was the spam fried rice. We went to the original one in Kihei on our first trip to Maui and that one was great too. Loved the little chicks walking around all over. read more

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We had brunch here on our trip to Maui and had a wonderful experience. Th lovely lady who helped us was so sweet when we asked her for recommendations! They have inside and outside seating which I thought was pretty great and accommodating. We got our food really fast and enjoyed our time here. Looking forward to our next visit, thank you! read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - This is the Pork Fried Rice Egg - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Gem of a restaurant. It's order your food at the counter first before you go get a table. Highlight for me is the mochi pancakes and I added macadamia nuts. The pancake consistency is a little more sticky and chewy than regular pancake batter. I'm a fan. Will be hard to beat getting pancakes anywhere else. Easy parking and clean restaurant. read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Mochi pancake with macadamia nuts - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

Parking lot is shared with other chain stores. Order at the counter and then find your table. Outdoor seating available. Staff are so amazing, all make you feel like ohana. Lots of options, I ordered the mochi pancakes...because where else do you see that on a menu?!? I added bananas and macadamia nuts, used the coconut syrup. ONOLICIOUS!! Not too chewy but very flavorful. Bananas were fresh and so tasty, i like that the added items were not mixed in the batter but on top. Servings sizes are generous as are the toppings. $22 for the mochi pancakes, totally worth it! I was not able to finish it, got through half the stack, worth sharing. Wish I could indulge daily on this while visiting but then I would not fit in my clothes. Worth checking out when you are in Lahina. Mahalo read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Mochi pancakes with macadamia and bananas - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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This was a fun place. I tried my first Loco Moco. It was very hearty. You order at the counter, and they "come find you" by yelling your name when your food is ready - quaint! Nice and breezy on the patio. Very friendly. You should expect a wait. Ours was only a few minutes, but the line was way out the door when we were leaving. read more

Favorite cafe for breakfast and I'm not even a breakfast person. But the food here is always fresh and service is quick! I went everyday for breakfast on my trip last week. The people are so nice. It gets busy but never seems to be a long wait. Order at the counter and then find an open table. Can be a bit noisy but it's to be expected when it's always a packed house. Try the cinnamon roll. It's yummy!! read more

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If you're in Maui and craving a solid, hearty breakfast -- Kihei Caffe is a must. It has that laid-back local vibe and is almost always busy. They've got a great menu! Just a heads up -- you order up front at the counter first, then find your own seat, and they bring the food out to your table. Even when it's packed, the line moves quickly and the food comes out fast. We kept it classic and went with the corned beef hash and eggs (my fave) and the chicken fried steak. Both hit the spot. The hash was crispy and flavorful, eggs cooked just right, and the portions were generous. The chicken fried steak was hearty, perfectly breaded, and smothered in rich gravy -- comfort food done right. Portions are big, prices are reasonable for Maui, and it's the perfect fuel before we hit up a long whale watching tour. No frills -- just consistently good food and that authentic Maui breakfast feel. Definitely will be one of our go-to spots when we're on the island. read more

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I was really craving the Loco Moco dish for my trip to Hawaii, and this restaurant answered my prayers. It was towards the end of our trip already, and I hadn't had it yet. Finally I looked up Loco Loco on Yelp, and found this place. My Loco Moco was AMAZING. It had the right amount of gravy, hamburger steak, runny fried egg on top...simply what I wanted and was craving for so long! I don't know why it's so hard to find and replicate in the States. I'm so glad I had it here though! We got pancakes for our daughter too, which were pretty good. My husband got some Kalua Pork Benedict that he thought was just okay, nothing special. Service was a slow to order - there is only one cashier to order from, and a snaking line. I think we did get our food at a decent time frame though after ordering. Parking is super easy, as this is located within a strip mall. The ambiance inside is quite surprisingly cozy, a charming cafe with high ceilings, and feels clean. LOVED the Loco Moco here, missing it already! read more

We went here yesterday and I got the pineapple coconut French toast. It was good, but honestly nothing crazy special. I would definitely go back to try something else though. Service was great and it was super easy to get seats and food came out fast. The inside is super spacious and clean! read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Pineapple coconut French toast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

We stopped by Kihei Caffe around 9AM and there was a long line, (definitely peak breakfast time), but it moved efficiently. Once we ordered, the food came out in about 5-10 minutes, and we wrapped up the whole meal within 45 minutes. Super efficient for how busy they were. We tried the Loco Moco with kalua pork. The kalua pork was lightly salted but was missing that deeper smoky flavor I usually prefer. Still comforting overall, just not as bold as expected. We also ordered two fresh corned beef hash plates with sunny side up eggs, supreme style. The corned beef hash was crispy and smoky with great texture, and paired perfectly with the runny yolks. Overall, a bustling breakfast spot that moves fast and delivers solid portions. Expect a line, but they keep things flowing. read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Loco Moco with Kalua Pork - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

This place was so amazing! My boyfriend and I got super hungry and was riding around to find something to eat and stumbled across this place and I will definitely recommended to anybody! When we entered into the restaurant, they're very welcoming and patient the food was very good and you can tell that it was homemade the biscuits were my favorite. The biscuits were so soft and homemade and everything very well seasoned. My boyfriend had the fried rice pork chop and he said it was very good. It was also very good too. I enjoyed his just as much as he did. It was super perfection and also cooked very well. I also have the mango lemonade which is not pictured it was very good not too sweet. You're not too bland. Perfect. The ambience in the police were amazing and I definitely would love to come back when I come back to Hawaii! overall 10/10 read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Pork fried rice with eggs - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Conveniently located off the main drag and walking distance from our rental property. Food was good and the seating area was open. Friendly service. I wish I would have tried the coffee options...maybe next time. read more

Came here this morning with my family and I had the corned beef and hash! It was delicious. I normally like canned corned beef, but this was bomb! Great service and served us really fast. My family had the French toast and they loved it as well. They give big portions too!! I highly recommend this place!!! read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Corned beef and hash - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

A must for anyone staying in Lahaina. Their food really is so homely and comforting. Still super good! The only real gripe I have is that I ordered some fried chicken and it was a real tiny piece, though still ultra crispy. It's not outright pricy but the cost can add up quickly. I do wish there was a clear way on getting refills or a coffee station where you can pour your coffee yourself. But still their food is phenomenal and their people are nice and fast paced. It's got a nice beach, Hawaiian vibe inside that's cool and young and family friendly. I wouldn't mind eating here again and again. read more

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THIS PLACE IS SO GOOD!! If you're ever in Maui, you have to check this place out. So many great dishes and drinks to choose from! Portions are big too. I loved their loco moco and banana macadamia nut pancakes! My husband loved their chicken fried steak. He said it was the best he ever had! read more

Kihei Caffe Lahaina - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Lahaina, Hawaii

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Great food. We went here once on someone's recommendation and then went back and then when we went to Kīhei went to one of those locations too. The food is good, service is too. My husband claims their waffles are the best he has ever had in his life. It's very light and crisp. I really liked the pork fried rice with 2 over medium or easy eggs. The runny yolk melting into the fried rice is really delicious. It's also really cheap. My son liked a side of bacon and pancakes. read more

The restaurant has an easy going cool vibe. The staff is somewhat friendly but I wouldn't say exceptional. The benedict was very good. The scramble was delicious with cheese on top. Also the pancake was huge. Light fluffy with some crispy edges. The pricing overall was a bit on the higher side for a caffe, but was good. Would definitely return just maybe not as often due to price. Enjoy! read more

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I've been to Maui several times and never tried Kihei Cafe. I was pleasantly surprised. Lots of positives: -Opens early: Good for early risers still stuck in their time zone -Lines move well: They keep thing moving. -Large seating area: Unlike lots of small places in Maui,this place has plenty of seating. -Good Food: Their loco moco was tasty. And they have different variations. The Ube Mochi pancake was also good but dense. Overall this will be a regular stop now when we don't want to wait in line somewhere else and we are hungry early. Mahalo for your time! read more

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Cafe Kihei in Lahaina is an absolute gem with incredible food and a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere! From the moment we walked in, the lady at the front made us feel right at home with her warm hospitality. We struck up a lovely conversation and discovered a small-world connection--her son attended Chapman University in Orange, which was just a quick 12-minute drive from where I used to live in Fullerton, CA! It's those personal touches that make a dining experience truly special. ​As for the food, everyone in our group ordered something different and loved their meals, but the standout favorites were definitely on my plate. The homemade corned beef hash was phenomenal, and the side of biscuits was incredibly memorable--perfectly baked and delicious. ​Between the fantastic service, friendly conversation, and top-tier breakfast comfort food, this is a must-visit spot in Lahaina. We will absolutely be back! read more