The Parlay in Wailuku was fantastic for a quick lunch! I was in search for a good burger on the…read moreisland and lady at the Maui Plantation told us to go back down the road into Wailuku and go to The Parlay for their Smash Burger. I'm glad we listened. We sat at the bar for quick service. The service was fast and super friendly. I ordered the Smash Burger with bacon and an order of garlic fries. Everything is a la carte so if you want fries, just know they do not come with the burger. Everything was delicious. The Smash Burger was perfectly cooked, seasoned wonderfully, and so juicy! The burger also had some spice to it! It had some pickled jalapenos on it and they added the perfect heat. I loved it. The garlic fries were perfectly fried and crispy and had a great garlic flavor and kick. I will definitely come back here on my next visit to island.

We were looking for a place to have a quick bite without a lot of fuss, when we stumbled upon this…read moreplace. I must say, it's always nice when you're really amongst the locals. There is a large outdoor eating space (patio), which is always a plus. The vibe gives off, everybody's welcome to stop in for a meal and a drink or two. Lucky for us, there was live music. This guy hit every note the right way and let me applaud him for his electric guitar. I thought Prince had entered the room when he played and sang Purple Rain. I'm sorry sir, but I didn't get your name....but you were great!!! Your pets are welcomed here, so it seems. Nice touch. Ok, ok, the food was great! There is a small plate menu. Everything looked delicious. I must say being a Southerner and ordering Mac n cheese at a bar seemed off, but let me tell you...that Mac n cheese hit!!! Cheesy with a little smoked flavor was perfect!! The baked spinach dip was also very good. Great margaritas, good customer service, comfortable seating and great music makes for a perfect evening.

Walked in to get some lunch and left very satisfied! Our server Piikea made recommendations and…read moreevery dish we ordered was excellent. We ordered the misoyaki butterfish, hamachi sashimi, garlic noodles, caesar broccolini, crispy chicken and garlic fried rice...it was gone, so delicious that we decided this will be our dining spot on our future trips to Maui. Piikea's recommendations was on point, every dish full of flavor and so satisfying. We'll be back

Sheldon Simeon is the owner/chef of the restaurant, who also has another restaurant Tin Roof. I had…read morepretty high expectations for this restaurant and those expectations weren't quite met on some of the dishes. There is a parking lot available, and another lot across the street. Food: We ordered the honey walnut shrimp, miso butterfish, garlic furikake fries, hamachi sashimi, garlic noodles, and crispy chicken. My favorite was the hamachi sashimi. What I enjoyed about this dish was the diced maui onion that offset the citrus from the ponzu. The flavors are light, and refreshing. The most disappointing was the crispy chicken. I thought it was too salty, but that's my preference and salt tolerance. The miso butterfish was also a great dish. The fish was buttery and flavored well. Not too saucy but the perfect amount of sauce. Service: Service is friendly, like most of the restaurants on Maui. The food was served in a timely manner. The ambiance is casual and felt like a bar restaurant. Overall, I'm not sure if I would return. After ordering 6-7 dishes, I wanted to be blown away by at least 4-5 of them, but that wasn't the case. Do yourself a service and try it out at least once if you are curious!

Man, oh man--everything we ordered was absolutely amazing! We got a bunch of starters and sides,…read moreincluding the risotto (heavenly, rich, and creamy!), corn, buttered potato purée, and crab mac and cheese. Everything was so delicious! We also tried two specials: the swordfish and Wagyu chow fun, and both were incredible. The service was fantastic, too. Everyone was so sweet and made our birthday celebration extra special by surprising us with an additional dessert and a cute Havens-themed Christmas ornament. Such a thoughtful touch! Overall, an amazing dining experience from start to finish. Can't wait to come back!

So happy to see a great restaurant up and running at the Maalaea harbor. Definitely one of the…read morebetter upscale dining experiences in central Maui. The restaurant is located at the shopping center where the Maui Ocean Center is. There is plenty of parking. It has great views of the harbor as well as air conditioned inside seating, and a very clean private bathroom. We spend a lot of time here and have watched restaurants not last quite frankly because they have a hard time staying consistent. It took us a couple of visits to give this place a try and we are bummed that we waited, because it is SO GOOD! Our server, Riley, was super friendly and offered us his suggestions, which we took. We started with the crispy kanpachi toll. Then tried the special (uku), the scallops, a salad and cioppino. Everything was so fresh and perfectly cooked. The mash was perfect with whatever sauce the scallops had. We topped it off with two desserts because we couldn't make up our minds. The chocolate cake was okay - we opted for no caramel so maybe that was the missing piece, the cookie in the cast iron skillet was SO GOOD. Gooey, and perfect with the mac nut ice cream. Kudos guys, please keep it up! If you're on Maui, definitely give them a try!

Back again and we still really enjoy this place. It changed ownership a while back. The drinks are…read morea little different, but the vibe a d the food is still awesome. This is our first meal on the island when we ver we can. Come support a local restaurant and grab a fantastic sandwich. Don't forget the spicy pasta as your side it is delicious.

OMG! This place rocks! We were a large group and they…read moreaccommodated us quickly for lunch. Service was great but I have to focus on my meal. I got the garlic shrimp and was expecting a food truck style entree. Wow was I wrong in a very good way. Huge prawns came on a plate with a bed of rice slathered in garlic and butter. They brought a bunch of napkins and even latex gloves for me to dive into this dish. There is a restroom close so washing up isn't a problem. Dig in I went. I didn't make eye contact with the rest of our group till done. I was in garlic shrimp heaven. Best meal of the week in Maui.

We planned to meet friends before the theater doors open. That makes it a lot easier to find a…read moreparking place downtown. The Wai Bar would be the best location, so I checked their website. Opens at 4pm. Perfect. We'll meet there at 4:15. We arrived and the lights were off and nobody inside. Nothing showing hours other than Emo Mondays 9pm to midnight. Fortunately, Esters Fair Project was open for business and we had a good time there. C'mon guys, update the hours on your website. We'll come to visit and give you more stars.

Great cool bar in the middle of Wailuku gets going later to disco music DJs great karaoke, unique…read moreclub in the middle of Wailuku parking Johnnys Waibar is cool ! unique gem in Wailuku

Excellent, Food,service and accommodations.Scenery is beautiful.. Just had their Brunch ..read more

Cafe O'Lei at the Plantation was one of the highlights of our Maui trip. The setting is absolutely…read morebeautiful, with lush tropical surroundings, mountain views, and a relaxed island atmosphere that makes you want to linger. It's the perfect blend of casual and upscale. The food was outstanding. We ordered the mahi mahi and the swordfish, and both were cooked perfectly--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The cocktails were equally impressive and some of the best we've had on the island. Be sure to save room for dessert because the malasadas were incredible, especially with the three different dipping sauces. What really sets this place apart for families is everything beyond the food. There were ducks, geese, koi, and other animals roaming the plantation grounds, which kept the kids entertained before and after dinner. Combined with the friendly, attentive service, Cafe O'Lei delivered a memorable dining experience that we'd recommend to anyone visiting Maui. We can't wait to come back!

Not much in food unless we're talking maraschino cherries or lime wedges…read more If Mid day drinking is the plan, here's the place. Plenty of parking to escape your troubles or hide your whereabouts. Adjacent lot just in case you need wide turns. Friendly little bartenders who know how to pour a beer and make highballs or Hawaiian ice tea. Pretty tidy and clean, lots of light to ward off vampires and an outside bench for smokers. Clean restrooms are the biggest surprise. Denizens include a bunch of regular seniors who love to talk and shoot the shit while sipping a beer. Pool table for local sharks or bored barflies. Gone is the sign for oysters on the half shell. Take the side streets home slowly if you're over the limit.

The second we walked in, the bartender came at us like we were criminals demanding IDs right in our…read morefaces. After we handed them over, she rolled her eyes like we had just ruined her day. We were with locals who actually live here, so there was no excuse for the attitude. The vibe? Absolutely dead. Zero friendliness, zero aloha spirit. If this place thinks this is "hospitality," then the owner clearly doesn't care. Honestly, the bartender needs anger management classes or maybe just a different career altogether, because customer service clearly isn't for her. Do yourself a favor: don't waste your money or your time here. There are plenty of better places where you won't be treated like garbage the second you walk in.

Kool local bar in Maui. This is like a Cheers bar. Everyone is super nice, the drinks are strong…read moreand they have karaoke. There are a lot of locals that are regulars here and can really sing. Its always nice to hear someone get on the mic and do a throwback. Recently tried the wings here and they were great. We had plain. They were seasoned well and perfectly krispy. The place is spacious so you dont feel cramped and the vibe is very chill. Recommended if your going out for a few drinks with friends or having a karaoke night.

Very cute hole in the wall karaoke. We had lots of fun tonight celebrating my friend transferring…read moredepartments. It was super laid back and fun. We will definitely be back. Check them out.