We only stopped by once during our recent trip to Maui, but it left quite the impression!…read more We were going to order single scoops but thankfully the employee helping us let us know they offer a kids scoop that was the perfect size we were looking for. We ended up getting 3 different flavors. I got the one sugar free dairy free option that they had which I think was a raspberry sorbet and it was delicious!!! I usually dislike sorbet, but this one was not too sweet and perfectly refreshing on a hot day. It was full of raspberry seeds and felt like it actually was mostly made up of fruit. My daughter was indecisive and tried several flavors, and the employee was more than happy to offer additional samples.

The long line at Island Cream Co. tells you everything you need to know--it's absolutely worth the…read morewait! Once you get to the counter, you'll find an incredible selection of shaved ice and homemade ice cream, with endless combinations of flavors and toppings to create your perfect treat. Mixing your own flavors is half the fun, and everything we tried was fresh, delicious, and exactly what you want on a warm Maui afternoon. Beyond the amazing shaved ice and ice cream, what made this visit even more meaningful was seeing the energy returning to Lahaina. Every local business that's open represents another step in the community's recovery, and it's inspiring to see visitors and residents coming together to support them. If you're visiting Maui, make a point to stop by Island Cream Co.--you'll enjoy an incredible treat while also supporting the continued revitalization of one of Hawaii's most beloved towns. We'll definitely be back!

Leoda's was such a fantastic stop in Maui! There was a long line but the service was quick…read more Everything we ordered was delicious even when we brought it back to our place to enjoy. The seared ahi sandwich was fresh and flavorful, the Leoda's burger was juicy and satisfying, and the Caesar salad was crisp and tasty. The fries with garlic aioli were the perfect side and seriously addictive. And of course, we had to bring the banana cream pie last to enjoy. Ending the meal with that creamy, dreamy pie was truly the chef's kiss! Definitely a must-try when you're in Maui!

Leoda's absolutely lives up to the hype, we actually ended up going twice. I tried both the apple…read morecrumble and banana cream pies. The apple was really good with a strudel style topping adding some crunch, but the banana cream was easily the star. The filling was top notch and the crust had the perfect doneness to contrast the soft banana center. I could eat one of these every day. I also stole a bite of my friend's Reuben and the sandwiches deserve some attention too. The inside was nice and hot, the sauerkraut had a really good tang to it and everything worked together perfectly on thick crusty bread. Even the fries were solid. Leoda's is officially going on my list of places I have to visit whenever I'm on Maui, and probably one I'll go out of my way for. One of the best spots in all of the outer islands.

Stayed close to Foodland Farms Lahaina while on vacation in Maui and ended up coming here multiple…read moretimes just for the poke! I always got the shoyu tuna poke bowl, and it was consistently fresh, flavorful, and so good. Definitely one of my favorite things I ate during the trip! The store was always clean and well kept, although it did feel a little smaller compared to other Foodland locations I've been to. Workers were very efficient! Still, it was super convenient for grabbing a quick meal or snacks while on vacation. I definitely miss having their poke so close by!

This is a great grocery store, and I really appreciated that it was much less crowded than Safeway…read more The real stars, though, were the poke and the fresh fruit. We kept coming back throughout our trip just for the poke and the packaged fruit, especially the strawberries, kiwis, and papayas. On our last night, they were unfortunately sold out of our favorite fruit pack, so we picked up separate packages of papaya, watermelon, kiwis, and strawberries instead. They were just as fresh and delicious. If you're staying nearby, this is definitely a great place to stock up on fresh, tasty food.

We booked the Maui Kuʻia Estate Chocolate farm tour and tasting as a family activity; me, my wife,…read moreand our two boys and I honestly enjoyed this WAY more than I expected to. It starts at their building in Lahaina, which has a little café/coffee shop, plenty of chocolate for sale, and a rooftop experience that looked interesting but we didn't get to try. By the time we finished the tour, the kids had reached the "we have successfully experienced enough things today" portion of the vacation. Fair enough. From there, you take a fun little ride out to the cacao farm, and that's where this became much more than "let's go eat some chocolate." Our guide, Andrew (I'm about 95% sure I'm remembering his name correctly!), was fantastic. He seemed genuinely interested in cacao, the process, the company, and what they are doing there. That makes such a difference. He talked about how cacao is grown and processed, the history behind Kuʻia, and a little about founder Dr. Gunars Valkirs and his rather fascinating path to chocolate. Then, of course, there was the tasting. Lots and lots of little squares of chocolate. This is educational work I was willing to undertake. Unfortunately, I can't tell you which particular varieties were my favorites because apparently I was too busy eating them to take adequate scientific notes. What I can tell you is that there really wasn't one I disliked. What surprised me most was how much flavor there could be in chocolate that wasn't buried under a mountain of sugar. The differences and complexity of the cacao actually came through, and it made me think about chocolate completely differently. The chocolate sample they gave us back at the counter was also fantastic, as was the coffee drink we ordered. My only regret is that we didn't buy more chocolate before leaving. Be warned, though: apparently this tour has side effects. I went in expecting a fun Maui family activity where we'd learn a few things and eat some chocolate. I left wondering about cacao varieties, fermentation, processing, climate, chemistry and several other questions that absolutely nobody in my family asked me to investigate. It's been a few weeks and I'm still going down the rabbit hole. Five stars. Great guide, fascinating process, excellent chocolate, fun for the family, and potentially hazardous to anyone predisposed to acquiring new interests while on vacation.

While in Maui on our babymoon, my husband and I decided to take a chocolate tour of the Maui Kuia…read moreEstate. We made our reservation online and took the tour the following day. There was ample parking at the store where the tour left from. We took an air-conditioned sprinter van slightly up the hill to get to the land where the cocoa beans are actually grown. Our tour guide was Gabriel and he was extremely knowledgeable. After learning all about the process of growing, harvesting, and drying the cocoa beans, we got to partake in a delicious sampling in what can only be described as an adult "treehouse". With 360 panoramic views, and a wonderful breeze, we listened as Gabriel explained the various chocolates we were sampling and I thoroughly enjoyed each and everyone. Once back at the shop, we had the opportunity to purchase chocolate and also try a variety of items from their café menu if we wanted (for additional charge). All in all, the tour was a wonderful and educational experience and definitely opened my eyes to the deliciousness of the Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate.

The ice cream is to die for! The coconut mango is at a higher level, definitely my fave. But the…read moreUbe Haupia, and other local flavors are great as well. In the morning they make a great cup of coffee, many options for hot and cold. They also have sandwiches, pastries and fruit/yogurt type options if you want something a bit more affordable than eating in the main restaurant. Lovely staff, very friendly.

We stayed at the Royal Lahaina Resort and Bungalows and were craving some ice cream to beat the…read moreheat. Hence visited the Royal scoop. Gosh, the service was terrible. One of the worst experiences I've faced till date. The lady had no interest in helping us with the tasting nor to help us buy. She seemed so disinterested but treated another customer absolutely differently despite the other person coming in later. When we asked for an extra spoon, she cribbed about not having enough spoons. Sorry, as an ice cream parlor, you should have enough spoons to cater to your customer. She almost grumbled and provided us with the extra spoons. Was definitely not a pleasant experience!

We stayed at the Westin North and thought we'd give this shave ice place a shot (located by the…read morekids' Pirate Ship Pool), and they did not disappoint. We ordered a small with the natural flavors Passion Fruit, Lychee, and Tiger's Blood, along with Coconut Roselani ice cream. The ice was incredibly fine and soft throughout, and the consistency was on par with Ululani's. Service was also great, and the recommendations were spot-on. Would definitely recommend this place. To be honest, we probably would have come every day if we had tried it sooner, haha. Note: You can choose up to three flavors. There is a slight upcharge for a snow cap or ice cream.

By far, the best shaved ice I had during two weeks in Maui. They have great flavors and do a solid…read morecondensed milk drizzle on top. I liked mixing the regular milk and the coconut. My favorite was the blue vanilla! This is inside of a hotel but worth walking through if you're around. The crew is friendly and they keep it moving even when there's a crowd. There's nice tables to eat by the pool once you get your ice. Make sure to ask about the off menu syrups!

Found myself craving a plate lunch after a beach day, Aloha Mixed Plate popped up on yelp and…read moreseemed like the perfect choice! Placed my order online, got confirmation quickly and food was ready in 15 mins for pick up. I got the mochiko chicken plate which came with mochiko chicken, 2 scoops rice and mac salad. The chicken was fresh, and crispy, with good flavor. Only complaint is mac salad scoop seemed a little small. Will be back when I'm in the area and would love to dine in, their view looks amazing

This was suggested by friends to try. The area is crowded so parking was by chance and luck. The…read moreparking lot is small. It is outdoor seating. We made reservations and were seated within 10 mins after checking in. There were tiki torches lit to give the outdoor feel. The staff wasn't very friendly. Our waiter just told us the specials and got our drinks. Came back and took our order. The menu was simple nothing spectacular that stuck out. My plate Ali'l was pork wrapped in a leaf then wrapped in spinach, pork Lau Lau and was missing the salmon. It was ok. Nothing to wow about it. The macaroni salad that you hear people talking about was just ok. I wouldn't recommend this place.

A must visit! The green curry dish was spectacular. Carlos was our waiter and did an excellent job.read more

This was the best food I've had in a long time and was well worth the price! The duck was amazing…read moreand steak was cooked perfectly and so delicious! The appetizers were fresh and so good as well! We've eaten at multiple fancy restaurants while being here on vacation, and none of the food came close to this! We got to enjoy the beautiful sunset and listen to the waves while eating. Our server was so fun and came out multiple times to check on us and fill our drinks. We have already recommended this place to our in laws who are visiting in November and can't wait to return to try some amazing food!

Baby they put the "nom" in phenomenal!…read more The wait is ridiculous (line out the door). They need to expand but this review is in spite of that. The garlic shrimp dish?? So good! I smelled it before it was brought to the table! So succulent, so flavorful! Perfect combination with the rice and the salad and fruit! I haven't had anything on the island like this and I've been here a week! I had the pitaya smoothie and the taro bagel. Delicious and delicious. The taro bagel is also beautifully unique. I haven't seen anything like it yet which is weird because it tastes really good. Altogether, it was worth the wait and the hectic environment!

The acai bowl was delicious, fresh, and definitely the highlight of my visit!…read more Unfortunately, I'm giving this place 3 stars instead of 5 because the overall experience could use some improvement. There was a very long line with only one cashier working, which made the wait quite lengthy. The restaurant also needs some TLC - the dining area was noticeably unclean, the trash needed to be emptied, and several items needed to restocked. Hopefully these things can be addressed because I'd love to come back and give them the 5 stars they deserve.

The MOST DELICIOUS cinnamon roll I have ever had! This cinnamon roll was an EXPERIENCE! I'm used to…read morecinnamon rolls only being good the first few bites because they are always dried out! Every SINGLE bite of Papi's cinnamon roll was buttery, gooey and absolutely HEAVENLY! I can taste and feel all the Love that goes into this Delectable treat!!! Many Mahalos!

Best cinnamon rolls in the whole country the owners and everybody that works there is super…read morefriendly and the cinnamon rolls will make your mouth water. Every other food is super good too highly recommended worth the wait