Drove by this place a few times and it's packed every time, so decided to drop by for dinner and…read morehappened they have availability at the bar where we saw the actions in the kitchen. Service was attentive and friendly, conversations were natural and light hearted, it was fun to interact with the chef and the staff as they pass by the bar where we sit. Also best seat in the house cos we got to see every dish come out so we have a preview of all the dishes. Food was delicious and cook in front of us, that was a bonus! Tried the kapachi crudo with passion fruit miso, love it, good blend of savory and tartness. The gnocchi was fluffy and soaked up the Brie sauce very well with small pieces of guanciale that added crunch. Smashed burger was the show!! Crispy edges dry aged wagyu patty with very light pink on the juicy inside, cooked along with caramelized onions and cheese, buns were pressed slightly on the grill with sprinkle of salt to add flavor which was a nice touch! Local catch today was the snapper, charcoal grill was very aromatic and cook for fish delicately with veggies that were sautéed with tako vinaigrette. Carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and a scoop of honey lavender ice cream was so heavenly! The meal was delicious and fun, definitely will visit again!

We went June 28 when they opened at 8 am. We ordered hash breakfast and Bloody Marys. The food was…read morefresh and tasty, ample portion at breakfast. But only one egg. I had the hash with ham. My husband had the same hash with grilled ahi (very salty) . They tell you the egg on the hash is a runny sous vide- I think she said. I thought it would be ok, like ramen, ....Runny was right, the white of the egg was more translucent than opaque. Specify more cooked egg if this raw thing is not for you. Service was with a smile, but we were half finished with our breakfast before the Bloody Marys showed up. Patio is nice and airy with some view across the blue course and toward Molokini. In the treetops. So why a rate of 3? It's the details- the server commented on delayed drinks very dismissively, and their outdoor speaker was on too loud to the point it reverberated with some static, definitely blown out. I asked to please turn it down or off as it was not adding to the experience. Got a very strange look and maybe it was turned down a fraction about 10 minutes later. Traffic noise was significant but we were sitting outside next to the road. Expected. But to compete with the music and traffic was not our cup of tea. This breakfast as described was $95. You decide.

We came here during our Maui trip and honestly, this was one of our favorite breakfasts of the…read morevacation. The portions are HUGE, so definitely come hungry. My husband and I thought we ordered a reasonable amount of food and quickly realized we may have gotten a little too ambitious. Everything tasted fresh and comforting, and it was exactly the kind of breakfast we wanted before a full day of exploring the island. The staff was friendly, service moved quickly despite how busy it was, and the atmosphere felt very local and welcoming. There are a lot of breakfast spots on Maui, but I can see why this place is always recommended. If you're visiting, it's definitely worth stopping by at least once. Just don't make the same mistake we did and over-order... although I can't say I regret it.

They always say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so we took it to heart with a…read morevisit to Kihei Caffe. You order at the register first, and then the staff helps you find an available spot on their patio. There was a bit of a wait on a weekday morning, but we slowly got through the line and were seated. We decided to try their: - Cheese Omelette with added Spinach, Onion and Portuguese Sausage - Macadamia Nut & Banana Mochi Pancakes - The mochi element added a fun texture to the pancakes, making them extra chewy. I do want to note that each topping is extra as a heads-up! - Ube Cold Brew Overall, I'm glad we went with a sweet and savory option and was surprised that we finished the hefty portions. It definitely left us full for the rest of the morning!

AC Kitchen is a modern kitchen located at AC Hotel by Marriott Wailea…read moreoffering buffet, all you can eat breakfast for $30. per person ( does not include gratuity and tax) AC hotel does not offer complimentary breakfast vs. Marriott Residence Inn. I was debating if we should check out and try the breakfast buffet or take a walk to the shops at Wailea, nearby for breakfast & the final decision: decided to do the buffet instead and more convenient since we had slept and woke up just in time before breakfast ends. AC Kitchen hours for breakfast are Mon-Fri. 6:30-10am , Sat-Sun 7:00-11:00 am Pay first with cashier, you will get a table number to order items from the kitchen. The self serve items: parfait, cereal, charcuterie, fresh fruits, croissants, waffles, granola, juice and coffee is nicely set up. Items from the Kitchen, which you order from staff : avocado toast, classic oatmeal, open face toast, belgium waffle, gourmet egg tarts, croissant sandwich, & loco moco. The made to order items from the kitchen are super good and tasty, my favorites are the croissant sandwich, avocado toast and open face toast. Having eggs was such a nice treat due to the egg shortage. I loved the croissant sandwich, it was prepared to perfection. My hubby enjoyed his loco moco. Since it was all you can eat, we were full after our first order, took a little break and ordered again, but hmm... how many can one eat?! It was a great selection of breakfast items. I missed out on ordering the belgium waffles, ( next time) Overall, so convenient, great service, great food, lovely experience. I would go for the buffet again next time I visit.

What looks like a lobby coffee shop is actually a tiny buffet restaurant located in the AC hotel by…read moreMarriott. We've eaten here a few times and I got to try everything, so I think I have a good take on the place. My initial quest was to try every buffet in Maui island, specifically to find a made-to-order buffet here in Maui (post-transplant patients have to stay away from buffets due to cross contamination, germs, etc). I've eaten here pre and post op and it's good, decent! It's not comprehensive, as it's a small, tiny buffet, but for what it offers, I like it. From a year or two ago, it was $22, then late last year it jumped to $25, and when we went today (6/2023) it is now $30. Still cheap considering you can easily spend that, for 2 people (especially at a hotel buffet). You check in with the person at the podium adjacent to the buffet nook to pay first and put in your initial order. The menu of the made-to-order items are on an upright menu and consist of: loco moco, avocado toast, egg tarts (leek, spinach and cheese, and Swiss), egg scramble on toast, oatmeal, Belgian waffles, etc). You can also order lattes and cappuccinos here, but they're trash because they come from one of those kureig things. Very watery. In the actual DIY area of the buffet they have: charcuterie board, hard boiled eggs, toast, bagels, muffins, croissants, fresh cut fruit like blueberries, melons and strawberries, cereals like cheerios and granola, cartons of milk, carafes of juice like OJ, apple, pineapple, water and iced coffee. A breakfast yogurt with chia seeds, and oatmeal toppings like brown sugar, dried cranberries, etc. All your condiments like ketchup, Tobasco, sugar, and utensils are in the buffet area as well. I deducted a star because seating is weird and kind of sparse, and the coffee is bad. Again, their selection is smaller than conventional buffets, especially for hotels, but I've always left content and happy. If you like having many options to try for a meal that buffets offer but in a made-to-order format, come here. Along with the always friendly hostess/server, I'll come back.

My absolute go-to breakfast and or lunch spot whenever I visit the island! Everything from the…read morecoffee, breakfast, and lunch plates are all delicious. I love that there are more than a few locations so you never have to go without. I do feel like this is the biggest/most popular one. Some specialty coffees can be too sweet, but I find all the drinks I've ordered to have a good balance. Plus, staff is so friendly and they really do want you to enjoy your experience so they'll work with you to find the perfect drink. The açaí bowls are so fresh and vibrant. Not only they aesthetically pleasing, it makes the perfect light breakfast/snack. They've recently added fresh lychee to their bowls and it is a game changer. The fruits are always fresh and sweet and the açaí is just the perfect touch of sweetness Taro bagel is fun and good to try, at least once. Upgrade it to a salmon lox bagel sandwich. the waygu loco moco is also a must. It's super flavorful and pairs with the rice and egg perfectly. A lot of people don't even know there's shaved ice here. Don't skip it! Again, not too sweet but the flavor is on point. The topping options are limitless and all delicious! I especially love popping boba and the mochi bits. I'm salivating just thinking about it. Bottom line: Island vintage is a staple when on the island and no trip is complete without it. Pro tip: order online to skip the really long lines!

Interesting coffee shop located inside The Shoppes at Wailea…read more It has a lot of tables inside and a few outside. They have quite a few specialty drinks and this place is good for people that like big size coffees, but as for coffee bean quality it is not the place to appreciate a great coffee. Ambiance is relaxed and island vibe. Great customer service and super fast. We ordered a Latte and a Hot Chocolate Lava for my daughter. Super sweet drinks if you are into that, made with care, but like I said not for Coffee Drinkers experts.

One of the best pizzas and hamburgers we've ever had. Service was outstanding. Being able to go…read moreright off the beach to a high quality restaurant makes this a must-go place. Great food, service, and atmosphere!

Monkeypod is my favorite place to get the best Mai Tai on the island! We love coming here for Happy…read moreHour.. the atmosphere is always fun, and the food never disappoints. Sofia, the hostess at the door, is so friendly and welcoming and always makes a great first impression. Russell provided excellent service. He was so attentive, friendly, and made us feel truly welcome from the moment we arrived. He is the best! We ordered the pizzas, chicken wings, and fries, and everything was absolutely delicious. Great food, amazing drinks, and outstanding service keep us coming back. Highly recommend!

(+) Pretzel Croissant…read more Maui bread is a bakery that sells pastries, some hot food items, and desserts. Another staple when visiting Maui. My wife and I come here for their pretzel croissant. It tastes exactly what it sounds like. They used to give the mustard spread, but now they charge for it. Either way, we are still coming back because of how fluffy and flakey the croissant is. You have to try it. We've tried a few other pastries and they were decent.

Came twice. First time with the lilikoi bun. I wanted…read moresomething unique. And it was. The bun was not exactly tasty almost plain/dry, but the filling was quite tart. Almost too much. I did enjoy overall. The cinnamon roll was not hot from the oven, so I avoided disappointment. Next time I got the almond croissant. Pretty tasty. Basically they cut the croissant in half, filled in the cream and put the top back. Odd. Better between the two. Might be too sweet for some. Prices are higher than other places. I don't think you'll find anything subpar. Seems like good offerings.

This was my second stay, while visiting the island. I was in a white hat with a beautiful two piece…read moresummer fit. The staff was immeasurably kind, friendly and welcoming. This will be a nice interlude amongst many other visits to the Hawaiian islands near future. Thank you for this experience. It was a birthday gift to myself.

Gotta stay at the famous White Lotus when I visit Maui right? Unfortunately, my experience was…read moreextremely mediocre. I have stayed at many luxury hotels by now. In comparison to some other brands such as Aman, Four Seasons Maui felt below average given its price point. The resort itself felt small and a bit old. The service felt very below average and inconsistent. One employee would tell you the sun umbrellas at the pools near the bushes are not adjustable while literally 2 mins later another employee came and adjusted the sun umbrella next to me and also mine when I asked. When we went to the adult pool we were told by one employee that we needed to be on a waitlist. After 3 hours when we finally got notified that it was our turn and went back we noticed other guests just literally went and grabbed empty benches and staffs were just setting the benches up for them(no, they didn't even know there was a waitlist)... Our canoe experience at the last day of our stay got canceled due to high wind and the concierge never notified us etc. Many employees gave me the vibe that they don't really care. They just gave me fake smiles and robotic responses. Maybe Amond would take better care of us...if he is still alive... The view was very amazing. We even spotted whales many times.

My family and I had such a great time when visiting Nalu's. We went for both happy hour and…read morebreakfast and the food was delicious!!! I especially can't stop thinking about their French toast! It was truly something I will happily make another trip to Maui for!

We had a wonderful dining experience at Nalu's. The location is great, the ambiance is fantastic…read more Keep in mind that you order and pay at the counter first, and then you are seated to dine in. The system works smoothly! The staff was nice and friendly, and our food came out very quickly. Everything was good based on my vegetarian taste, and the prices are very decent for the quality and location. I tried the Loco Moco and it was comforting, a good try. They have live music starting around 6:00 PM, which makes the evening even better. If you're looking for a quick bite and local music, this is a good place.