Kula Bistro is definitely one of those places that leaves you full, happy, and already thinking…read moreabout coming back! The portions are HUGE, especially for the price, and the food is absolutely delicious. Everything we ordered came out fresh, flavorful, and you can tell they don't hold back on the portions. You definitely get your money's worth here, and honestly, you might even be leaving with leftovers. What I also really love is that it doesn't feel like they're trying too hard to be fancy. It's just really good food, generous portions, and a comfortable atmosphere. The kind of place where you can actually relax, enjoy your meal, and leave satisfied. The service was also friendly and welcoming, which makes such a difference. You don't feel rushed and you actually feel like they appreciate you being there. And don't skip the desserts! Their dessert case alone will have you trying to figure out what you can possibly fit after eating such a big meal. Kula Bistro is absolutely worth the drive upcountry. Great food, huge portions, good value, and a welcoming atmosphere. This is the kind of restaurant I'm happy to recommend to both locals and visitors. Simply put, come hungry! HIGHLY recommend Kula Bistro. We will definitely be back!

Such a gem, highly recommend!! We stopped in for lunch with a group of 10 and didn't have…read morereservations. We were greeted warmly and they needed a few minutes to put a few tables together. The restaurant was clean and had a homey vibe to it. The menu is huge and had so many fantastic options. We all had multiple things we wanted to try, but since we were flying out later that day we couldn't try all the options on this visit. The owner was our waitress who was personable, gave great suggestions and made our visit very enjoyable. We all loved our meals! The focaccia bread on the sandwiches was SO delicious and the bread is made onsite. All the ingredients were very fresh and the salads were really tasty too. The portions are very generous. We look forward to visiting this wonderful restaurant when in the area in the future.

Did a day trip to Maui and was suggested to try this place out. Tucked away in a small strip mall…read morein the small town of Pukalani is where you'll find this locally owned diner, Kalei's. You can see by the occupied tables that is not a place you come just one time. The menu had lots of choices, but we were recommended to try the roast pork and hamburger steak...so we did The roast pork was so tender and had a great flavor worth trying. The hamburger steak came with two tasty homemade Pattie's and gravy. Very tender and you could tell the patties were not prepackaged...homemade. Both plates came with one scoop rice and Mac salad that I loved, not just the flavor, but it included a dash of tuna, onions, chopped celery. So ono! Everything pulled together with the brown gravy. Oh so yummy. The prices are reasonable. Staff is very welcoming. There's inside and outside seating and lots of free parking. Would I go back? Definitely!

Small place tucked in a shopping center, so plenty of parking available. The inside is small, but…read morewe were visiting at 2pm on a Tuesday, so there was plenty of room to dine in. I saw a lot of people taking food to go and they package the food with care (mine had foil so it wouldn't soak through the container). Comfort food indeed. The rice with gravy and chicken hit the spot. I think it'd be really good as a bowl so you could mix it all together. The Mac salad was pretty good too. It was too much food for one person though- not a bad thing but as a tourist I dont have anywhere to keep the leftovers. Husband had the surf and turf sandwich with Siracha and thoroughly enjoyed every bite.

Richard is a fantastic, kind, and knowledgeable owner and hires the best culinary talent! I 100%…read morerecommend Kula Lodge & Restaurant, especially as a stop before and after visiting Haleakalā National Park, as it is directly adjacent to Haleakalā Highway. If you desire to eat food made from as many local ingredients as possible in a varied but not overwhelming menu, and in a beautiful and serene location, Kula Lodge & Restaurant is your place. Check it out!

We went looking for the restaurant, but it unfortunately had a fire a few months before we got…read morethere. We went in the market, and the sweet woman working told us about it, but said the food truck was really good. We went over to the food truck. The staff there was very warm and welcoming as well. It was breakfast time, so we got a couple things to share - the banana bread French toast and a benedict. Everything was delicious and just what we needed after an early wakeup for the sunrise. The coffee was nice and hot for the cool morning as well. The grounds were very peaceful and had beautiful views. Everyone's food that was coming out looked and smelled amazing. Their lunch options sounded great too. Definitely worth a visit when driving through the area!

We were given a recommendation to go to Coleen's at the creamery!…read moreThe fish and chips were incredible! Super fresh fish! Home made tartar sauce The truffle Parmesan fries were incredible The house salad with the basalmic dressing was delicious . We caught happy hour and the cocktails for $10 were delicious! No ocean views but it was large inside and very comfortable!! High recommendation! Great place! Just read some reviews and people complained about the service! The service was fine,they were very busy and the girls were working very hard. Initially we were not made to feel very welcome, I think they were just busy

Service was exceptionally slow and the wait wasnt worth it. We waited over 30 minutes for a salad,…read morefries and fish burger and there were only 4 tables seated in the restaurant. The place smells like cigarette smoke (wafting in from the outside) which is disgusting. The food is passable - fries were overly salty but the fish was good. Wish we had passed and driven into Paia for a better restaurant. Hard pass on this place - fnd something better.

My girlfriend and I have been here a handful of times and it never disappoints…read more It is pretty pricey, but welcome to Maui. They are of the same company as Gather down in Wailea, and the menu reflects that. It is a high-end ingredient and creation experience. So far, we have had the curry, Mac nut mahi, fried chicken sandwich, fried noodle dish, and wonton appetizer...everything has been top-notch. We did try the crab pizza which seemed like an aberration to everything else. Definitely do not order that. Cocktails were pretty great too. Service is solid. If I had to nitpick, you are paying high dollars but the ambience is not quite the same as a four-star hotel or Gather. I mean, it is a general store...so there is a slight value to price mismatch. The setting and ambience is very inexpensive, but everything else is expensive, but the dishes deliver. All in all, this is a place that deserves repeat visits. Each time we try something different, it is fantastic. Next time, I can't wait to try the lobster cream pasta. Just like Gather, the menu is not huge. Once you go a few times, you have the gist of what it's about. If you're a foodie, you're looking to move onto other experiences versus to keep going to the same place.

Food, vibe, art, love the old building, service is Aloha!!…read moreWorth the trip Upcountry. ***************************************(******

Laurent loves Mambo…read more From the food to the service, this place rocks. Had the tomatoe salad (Bomb), bolognese (supa Bomb), friends had the burgers (stoked) Service was excellent, so were the "Margs" :) Make it a stop while in Païa!

Performance: 5 Staff was excellent, very competent, no…read moreproblems with order at all, wait was nonexistent. Environment: 4 The location was a little bit weird, kinda hard to find in between the shops, very hot inside, close to a lot of other great stuff. Meals: 5 Amazing food, very well rounded meals, burger and BLT and salads were amazing, fries were top notch. Drinks: 3 Disappointing selection for non-alcoholic drinkers and kids, only legitimate drink was orange juice which was very tasty. Ambiance: 4 As I said, very hot inside, decor kind of bland, but peaceful vibes, not too loud and never too full. Space: 3 Decently sized, never ran out of space, bathroom very average, nothing super special, nice place.

Fantastic pizza! The crust was nice and crispy and the slices don't sag or drop when you pick them…read moreup. Nice crunch on the bottom with generous/appropriate amounts of toppings. We got the daily special pizza and it was delightful! Also enjoyed the old world and the classic cheese. Service was a little slow the night we were in. Our drinks didn't arrive until 3/4 of the way through our meal, which was slightly disappointing, but the delicious food was so yummy... I guess it evened out in the end? I'll definitely go back, but let's just hope the wine arrives on time in the future!

service was great, pizza was good, mozzarella sticks were amazing, and ceasar salad was incredible…read more need i say more? service was very friendly. highly recommend :p !! ps: we got the large pizzas so it was more than enough for a party of 5

I enjoyed the granola with coconut chia instead of vanilla yogurt. The bowl was generously filled…read morewith crunchy granola, fresh blueberries, strawberries and pineapple and coconut chia, which was lightly sweet with a hint of honey. Very delicious and filling. My significant other enjoyed french toast, which came with butter and maple syrup. Simple and ono! Food was served quickly. We ate in comfort, with a local community vibe. Families were enjoying their breakfast, talking and enjoying each other's company. Definitely a place to return to and sample all their menu offerings!

So freaking good. Best vegetarian options on Maui. Great seating and vibes. Can't wait to come backread more

There was a bit of confusion with our reservation but the owner came over and apologized and…read moreexplained what had happened. Our server Brooklyn was awesome and gave us the perfect amount of attention. Our food was fabulous- best croutons ever in our Caesar salad. Loved the ahi bites Fish special rivals Mama's Smash burger excellent Every bite was delicious A lot of thought was put into every detail from the tables to the plates and the restrooms. Yes I'm gushing over this place.

The Happy Hour menu at Makawao Public House just changed without any warning, eliminating all the…read moredaily specials that many of the local customers came in for every week. When I came for happy hour today and got the bill and asked what happened (the price on my entree went up $20), the bar server said she didn't remember a different happy hour menu, and that she had been there for six months! I literally was in there with my friends two weeks ago for Taco Tuesday. I don't mind you changing your happy hour menu, but why would you insult your regulars and act like the previous happy hour menu never existed? Really disrespectful.

The food was solid, but overall felt a little overpriced for the experience. We were expecting golf…read morecourse views, but there really wasn't much of one from where we were seated. The Prime Rib was the highlight--good portion size for $44, with some nice fatty bites and a flavorful au jus. It was a little more medium than I prefer and could have used more crust, but still enjoyable. I just wish it came with a larger side. The Fish Coconut Curry had a delicious curry sauce, but there wasn't nearly enough of it. The fish was tender but fairly mild in flavor. The roasted vegetables were excellent, though the portion felt small. Overall, a decent meal, but not quite enough to justify the prices.

So this is the second maybe third time I have been here in a month maybe a month and a half. 2…read moredifferent waitresses and the service was really good both were on it and brought us exactly what we ordered. The food was really good. I like the burgers here they are still nice and thick and juicy. The salad was good and the fries were cooked to perfection. If I wasn't trying to stay away from fried foods I would have ordered the fries. The burgers were cooked to perfection . The service was fast she got our orders right, filled our cups before they were empty. One of the better burgers on the island and the price is right especially if you take into consideration the view and it was a beautiful day. The only thing I would suggest is moving the cart cleaning to the other side of the building. Would make for a better experience. But that's not the restaurant fault so I'm not going to knock them for that. Other wise great meal great service beautiful view and a decent price. What more can you ask for.