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Hawaii, United States Food Guide: 10 Hawaiian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Paia
Reviews on Hawaiian food in Paia, Hawaii, United States. Pāʻia (pah-ee-ah) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Maui County, Hawaiʻi, on the northern coast of the island of Maui. The population was 2,668 at the 2010 census. Pāʻia is home to several restaurants, art galleries, surf shops and other tourist-oriented businesses.
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10. Acevedo's Hawaicano
Overall Ratings
5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By must_travel_soon_10
What a fabulous find and reviews are accurate. The menu is quite varied and appealing to most palates. Unfortunately we were not hungry enough for the substantial seafood soup that looked fabulous. The beef tongue special was delicate and so yummy. The plate had a generous portion of tasty meat. The shrimp and pork plates were also so delicious. Moderately priced and great friendly service. Some smaller tables inside and 3 picnic tables outside. Can't wait to go back.
9. Haliâimaile General Store
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1444 reviews
Hali'imaile General Store is Bev's original and most acclaimed restaurant featuring eclectic Pacific regional American cuisine with Asian overtones. We strive to use fresh, local ingredients and service with aloha. We look forward to sharing meals with lo
Reviewed By David H
I prefer this place for lunch usually, but took a friend here for dinner. Make a reservation, which is important. We had a nice table in the main entrance area of the room. Servers was friendly. Had their great Paniolo Manhattan to start (Paniolo blended whiskey, carpano sweet vermouth, orange bitters & a luxardo cherry served with a twist of orange). Yum.A must have here is the Maui French Onion soup. Just have it! People talk about Maui onions, well the broth is great as is the smothering of gruyere cheese and croutons. Really good!My friend had the Paniolo ribs as a main course, which were very tasty though we both thought the portion was too small. The side dishes were nice.I had the Aged New York Strip steak as a main course, which was a good portion, but it was not cooked to my liking. It was blue on the bone and I asked for it medium rare to medium - certainly not blue. The meat itself looked good but was actually not very tasty at all, in fact kind of oddly bland, despite hwo lovely it looked on the outside. The sides were better than the steak, especially the mixed mushroom saute... the matchstick fries, though very yummy, were overly salted. All in all a good meal, nice table, always nice to visit there and we will be back, though the steak was a weak point of the meal. Next time I will order something else or return for lunch. Once again, we loved the ONION SOUP! It saved the experience of the meal.AlohaThank you for your review. We thank you for coming in and dining with us and we hope to see you again soon.Mahalo
8. Da Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1906 reviews
What do you get when you combine raw creativity with authentic Hawaiian cuisine? The answer to this question will become clear as soon as you order a meal at Da Kitchen. From the Chicken Katsu Plate to the Hawaiian Plate, our local ethnic cuisine is truly
Reviewed By rckndad
Nice place that offers the options of take out or eat in. The food and service were both excellent. The staff was extremely helpful and pleasant. We would recommend this place for anyone looking for a good meal.Thanks so much for the kind review! We're always doing our best to take great care of you. Hope you'll come back to us next time you're on the island!Mahalo,Keala Richards, General Manager
7. Kama Hele Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By DanielsFamily2009
We needed to stop for a quick bite on the way to Haleakala Crater. After a quick search online, this place came up and we werenât disappointed - everything was delicious! We parents each had a pork sandwich that included an amazing pineapple slaw, and the kids (5 & 7) had the Monte Cristo and the Breakfast Croissant. While we were waiting, we were able to explore the grounds which included Maui glass blowers and the outer grounds of the distillery. This place is not fancy (itâs a blue food truck after all with small tables to eat at) BUT the taste makes up for it. Donât miss out if you have the opportunity!!
6. Island Fresh Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
Reviewed By derekrayment
It is off the busy strip of Paia Town, which gives it a nice, quiet atmosphere. The outdoor seating underneath the overhang is really nice and relaxing. The food itself was good, but not spectacular. I'm happy that we went though because it can be hard to find a quiet place in the area where parking is available.Aloha Derek,Thank you for your visit today!
5. Up in Smoke
Overall Ratings
4 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By Ed S
after driving for hours, and you are a little hungry, this is a must stop to get the very best Fish tacos or my favorite, Kalua Pork tacos. Linda has a way of making them taste simply great. this has been a favorite stopping place for years for us, every time we go to Hana.
4. Haliâimaile General Store
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1444 reviews
Hali'imaile General Store is Bev's original and most acclaimed restaurant featuring eclectic Pacific regional American cuisine with Asian overtones. We strive to use fresh, local ingredients and service with aloha. We look forward to sharing meals with lo
Reviewed By David H
I prefer this place for lunch usually, but took a friend here for dinner. Make a reservation, which is important. We had a nice table in the main entrance area of the room. Servers was friendly. Had their great Paniolo Manhattan to start (Paniolo blended whiskey, carpano sweet vermouth, orange bitters & a luxardo cherry served with a twist of orange). Yum.A must have here is the Maui French Onion soup. Just have it! People talk about Maui onions, well the broth is great as is the smothering of gruyere cheese and croutons. Really good!My friend had the Paniolo ribs as a main course, which were very tasty though we both thought the portion was too small. The side dishes were nice.I had the Aged New York Strip steak as a main course, which was a good portion, but it was not cooked to my liking. It was blue on the bone and I asked for it medium rare to medium - certainly not blue. The meat itself looked good but was actually not very tasty at all, in fact kind of oddly bland, despite hwo lovely it looked on the outside. The sides were better than the steak, especially the mixed mushroom saute... the matchstick fries, though very yummy, were overly salted. All in all a good meal, nice table, always nice to visit there and we will be back, though the steak was a weak point of the meal. Next time I will order something else or return for lunch. Once again, we loved the ONION SOUP! It saved the experience of the meal.AlohaThank you for your review. We thank you for coming in and dining with us and we hope to see you again soon.Mahalo
3. Tobi's Shave Ice
Overall Ratings
4 based on 121 reviews
Reviewed By B_in_Ottawa
Most people lined up at the Paia Fish Market, but we opted for Tobi's for no other reason than we wanted some shaved ice. After looking at the menu, however, we decided we needed to eat. The shave ice was awesome. Big and reasonably priced, we enjoyed the combination of mango, pineapple, and cherry. The ahi poke was fresh, well seasoned, and yum. The chilli dog - hard to find a good hot dog in New Zealand - was very good. It was loaded with chilli, which was hearty and tasty (could have been spicier). The dog had good snap, too. The staff were outstanding. They were friendly, courteous, and professional. The young woman working the shave ice, in particular, was quite chatty and took an interest in all the customers - young and old.
2. Cafe Mambo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 814 reviews
Reviewed By NoryB_12
Came in at midday and were seated immediately; Emily, our server, brought us menus and water right away. Weâre on the Keto diet so we asked Emily for assistance in modifying the fish plate to meet our needs...she was so helpful and accommodating!The food was delicious! Fish was moist and flavorful, and the veggies were yummy. The fish salad was so goodâreally tasty seasoning on the ahi and seared perfectly.Definitely will be back!
Where to eat American food in Paia: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Mama's Fish House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 13820 reviews
Reviewed By hunco
We went to dinner and lunch on separate days and we could not have wished for a more enjoyable dinner & lunch. Everything that is served is to[p notch, freshest of fish always, soups( the crab soup is incredible) as are the sample soups you are given. The chocolate pie was superb, just melted in your mouth. The stuffed Mahi Mahi is a treat to behold. The setting is gorgeous, and the flowers displayed throughout are so beautiful. A must DO.
