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Whalers General Store

4.2 (62 reviews)
Open 6:30 am - 9:00 pm

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a bowl of tuna with a side of crackers
Angelo B.

Poke was delicious. Fresh and flavorful. Everything was in prepackaged cartons when we visited (later in the evening). Not sure if it's always like that. If I remember correctly it was around $14 a pound, which seemed reasonable. You can add a scoop of rice for $2 Located by a gas station so there's ample parking.

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The food at Maui Brewing Co was good, but it's away from Whaler Village. The Gelato at Ono Gelato was delicious and I found a Boba Tea place and pick up a few. The service was great. A beach front shopping atmosphere. They offer a three hours parking validation when you shopped or fine there at Whalers parking garage.

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Deepa N.

Came to this general store many times during my stay in Napili, Maui. I tried vanilla flavored hot coffee for 3 consecutive days and it tasted so delicious & creamy. Also bought 4 T-shirts for $20, that looked so bright, colorful & of good quality. Love the variety of products that they sell in this store. Lots of healthy food options to choose from like sandwiches, poke bowls, variety candies, snacks, cute looking miniature drink bottles, alcohol, coffees, iced teas, slushy, ice-cream, sovereigns, many flavorful fruit breads, T-Shirts, hats, sunscreens & gift items. They do have Shell Gas station in the premises. Store is kept clean, tidy & well organized. Customer service was good too. It's walkable distance to many hotels. If you're are in Lahina, Maui do visit this store.

Poke from Whalers General Store
Stacey B.

Stayed at the Royal Kahana for 7 days and I walked here to get poke everyday. I wish i could find poke like that here in Los Angeles. If anyone can give me any suggestions that would be awesome of you!!

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Some of the best poke I've ever had! I was introduced to whalers when I first came to Maui 7 years ago and I ate here probably every day. This trip we stayed in Kahui and after trying poke from 2 other places we came back to whalers and it's still amazing and was so much better than the otherI had tried.

Ravaged poké counter.
Janet S.

I was so excited when I yelped poké and discovered that Whalers was right across the street from our condo. I looked at other Yelper's pictures and immediately started to drool. So when I arrived for my poké fix, I was a bit disappointed to see a smaller variety than what was previously pictured. I got a half spicy, half tuna/avocado poké bowl, which was very fresh and delicious. My only critique was that the rice was too hot. I like the rice to be room temp, not hot straight out of a rice cooker. Very reasonably priced at $7.99, probably the only reasonably priced item in the entire island. You can get some t-shirts 6 for $20! Ok, that's two reasonably priced items a

10/2019. 5 out of 5 for ahi poke in oyster sauce and ahi poke spicy
Katherine N.

Went here in my way to Napili bay for a relaxing day on the beach, and boy am I glad I did. This convenience store has everything you might need. We bought some delicious fresh poke and beverages to keep our bellies happy in between swims. Everything was delicious. Service was also fast and friendly there.

Mini plate lunch
Helga W.

I work nearby. I forgot my lunch ;( I stopped in to maybe get a bag of chips and hot dog, the last time I came here was a long time ago, when Kahana had a nice, AC working laundrymat. I was impressed with the face lift. They now offer mini plate lunches, shave ice, ice cream, poke and fresh fruits. (And a lot more.) The prices were not that bad either for a convenience store. I got $7.99 mini plate. The options for that day was BBQ ribs and fried chicken. I opted for the ribs and all I could think was this is a mini...?! The size was enough for my sister and I to share. What I like was they allow you to choose from a variety of salads (mac, potato, pasta and green.) Also prices were not outrageous considering it's a convenience store. I'm trying to stay on a budget so I can't say I'll definitely be back, but everyone should swing in and check it out.

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Perfect place for souvenirs. Super cute stuff. Also has poke, snacks and regular drinks and alcoholic drinks.

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Awesome Poke for an excellent price as compared to other options. Clean store with plenty of items one might expect from a general store.

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Solid Poke Tuna for the price. Would recommend anyone staying in Kaanapali to stop by for a decent meal.

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Foodland Farms

Foodland Farms

4.4
(558 reviews)
6.0 mi
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We loved this place so much that we came back several times during our recent stay at a nearby…read moreresort. It is a convenient 10-minute drive from Ka'anapali, offers plenty of parking, and is surrounded by other great restaurants. We ended up trying a few different types of poke, as well as the poke bowl, which comes with a scoop of rice and your choice of poke. If you visit the Safeway across the street, you have to stop by the meat market for the poke and then head to the deli just to get your rice. Here, however, everything is seamlessly handled at a single counter in one quick stop. The prices are incredibly reasonable, and authentic Hawaiian poke is completely unbeatable compared to what you find on the mainland. Don't forget to sign up for their discount card, which can be used across their various locations, including the ones in Honolulu. We even had a great dollar-off coupon during one of our visits. The cashiers and staff are exceptionally friendly--we absolutely love this location. I think all Foodland location is staffed with nice and friendly people.

poke (prices vary by weight and fish) - just absolutely…read moreimpeccable; the greatest thing on earth to ever exist - every bite is jaw dropping and tear shedding worthy - you will never ever EVER taste any fish this fresh, not in japan, not in taiwan, BUT ONLY IN HAWAII oml - it was so fresh that the fish was not only tender but extremely chewy with a bouncy texture; it is a texture that you can't even imagine until you've tried it - the sauce pairing was also delicious; ive had it 3-4 times and it hits EVERY SINGLE TIME - this is the epitome of perfection rating: 5/5 - simply perfect; no additional comments needed - it's a grocery store so it's a take out place - super quick service - need to go early because there will be a line, but it won't be too long - Also don't go too early like 8am because they need some time to prep for the fish - they got some outside benches to eat at IG: @nom.noms.only

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Ahi Hawaiian-style Poke ($16/lb)
Ahi Hawaiian-style Poke ($16/lb)
Ahi Shoyu Poke ($16/lb)
Ahi Shoyu Poke ($16/lb)
SPaM Musubi ($2.50)

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SPaM Musubi ($2.50)
Tamura's Fine Wine & Liquors Lahaina

Tamura's Fine Wine & Liquors Lahaina

4.6
(433 reviews)
6.1 mi
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You can believe the hype about the Poke here. This wine and liquor store is tucked away at the top…read moreof a hill in somewhat of a mini industrial business area. Plenty of parking though as it's on a private lot. Let me tell you, the poke here is fire!!!! So fresh!!! Found this place here through Yelp, and the other Yelpers definitely did not disappoint. The store is super clean, and each staff member I encountered here were all very polite, and helpful. When you walk in, the Poke section is directly to your left. When we arrived, there was a line and for good reason. They had about 5 or 6 different kind of Poke's the days we went 7/29 and 7/31. I had the Spicy Ahi and the Tamura's one day. Then the Shoyu and Chili pepper the next. All which were extremely fresh and flavorful. Great to eat by itself, or you can elect for a Poke bowl, which gets you two scoops of rice with furikake and sesame seed (if you want) and two choices of poke. You won't regret it if you're a poke fan! We came here twice to satisfy our poke craving. Crazy how it's a large liquor and wine store, which I'm sure they get a lot of customers for. But the days we went, it mainly were both locals and tourists stopping in for just the poke. Just a heads up, I overheard a lady ask "will you have more tomorrow"? To which the employee said, "yes we have enough fish for the next 3 days" which tells me that they do run out or have days where their poke bar is closed. The poke bowl was $14.99 each and completely worth it. Best Poke I've tried so far in Maui! Give them a try!

Updated with pictures!! Took 8+ months, but I was finally able to download my pics from the…read more"cloud". 5/31/22 *See SF Japantown Yelp - pictures to be uploaded if I can recover. Quality/Quantity - Small local supermarket that sells poke and alcohol, so you would think this would be PERFECT for someone like me! The poke was limited by the time we got here at 1:30pm ish. The poke looked fresh, and there was a long line; slightly unorganized. Not the business's fault, but the customers. I think everyone in line was trying to look into the case at the same time. Lots of other Maui and/or HI items for sale. Atmosphere - Plenty of free parking. Open 7 days a week from 10am until ?? See my picture. Starting 6/3/22 open daily from 10am to 6pm; as of 6/5 this has NOT been updated on Yelp. Poke hours differ, see picture - thank you for posting this! The bathrooms are right when you walk in, which is nice. No delivery service. No loyalty program - everyday low prices. Service - Good. Price - Reasonable prices, same or slightly above the other supermarkets. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 1995 with your 12+ locations (includes markets and restaurants). 1920 Makitaro Tamura opened the first store. 1995 - Grandsons now own these locations.

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Tamura's Fine Wine & Liquors Lahaina
Best lunch ever!
Best lunch ever!
Seriously good beer selection!

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Seriously good beer selection!
Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate

Maui Kuia Estate Chocolate

4.8
(195 reviews)
6.0 mi
$$

Out of the classic Italian cream. It's like going to a coffee shop that's out of coffee creamer:…read moreThe service wasn't great, instructions unclear if there is a host for a table or if they fend for themselves. The chocolate flight where you choose 9 different chocolates was self guided so not sure what that says about it being a tour. The one barista lady that was working had to ask their manager every time we asked for something if they had it. Wouldn't recommend. It's a great view though if you like that?

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.

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We are located right in Lahaina
We are located right in Lahaina
Brownie a la mode
Brownie a la mode
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Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

4.2
(144 reviews)
7.8 mi
$$

We booked this tour at the last minute directly through their website, and it turned out to be a…read moregreat experience for both the kids and the adults. Nick was friendly, knowledgeable, and did an excellent job teaching us about the tropical plants and fruits grown on the farm. We learned a lot and appreciated how informative and engaging the tour was. The tour ended with a tropical fruit tasting, and the fruit was incredibly fresh, juicy, and sweet. It was one of our favorite parts of the experience. Feeding the alpacas was also a lot of fun, and our kids absolutely loved it. The farm also has zip lines and giant inflatable bouncing balls, so there is plenty to keep families entertained. Definitely worth checking out.

This was a fun experience for the whole family. We booked the Alpaca and Tropical Fruit Tasting…read moreCombo Tour. Nick was our guide and he was fantastic. He started with some farm history and then he took us to see the alpacas. They were so cute and friendly. We all got to feed them and pet them. Next was the tour of the farm. He walked us through the many plants and fruits that grow on the property. For some we got to feel or taste them as he told interesting and funny stories. After our tour, he took us to a beautiful lookout with tables where we experienced a huge plate of tropical fruits and a glass of dragon fruit lemonade. It was all refreshing and delicious. This is a great experience and I highly recommend it.

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Maui Dragon Fruit Farm
Dragon Fruit plant
Dragon Fruit plant
Maui Dragon Fruit Farm

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Whalers General Store - convenience - Updated July 2026

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