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Favorite Maui (Kaanapali Area) Restaurants?

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We haven't been back to Maui since before the fire and have reservations for next month. We used to eat the majority of our meals on Front Street. Other than Whalers Village, where are some good places to eat now in the Kaanapali area? Any hidden gems? Bonus points if it's not outrageously expensive-- along the lines of Leilani's or Hula Grill in terms of price. I'm allergic to seafood so I eat vegetarian, beef or chicken dishes.

If you have an absolute favorite outside of Kaanapali, I'd appreciate hearing about that too.

One last question: Is there any chance there's a Ululani (sp?) Shave Ice close to Kaanapali?
 

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We haven't been back to Maui since before the fire and have reservations for next month. We used to eat the majority of our meals on Front Street. Other than Whalers Village, where are some good places to eat now in the Kaanapali area? Any hidden gems? Bonus points if it's not outrageously expensive-- along the lines of Leilani's or Hula Grill in terms of price. I'm allergic to seafood so I eat vegetarian, beef or chicken dishes.

If you have an absolute favorite outside of Kaanapali, I'd appreciate hearing about that too.

One last question: Is there any chance there's a Ululani (sp?) Shave Ice close to Kaanapali?
If you don't mind driving to the northern end of Front St., Mala Ocean Tavern has reopened and is still a favorite of visitors. We also always enjoy Aloha Mixed Plate and Star Noodle. The Hyatt used have a Ululani's, but I think the next closest one is in Kahului (you might want to stop there on your way from the airport before you check in at Kaanapali).
 

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If you don't mind driving to the northern end of Front St., Mala Ocean Tavern has reopened and is still a favorite of visitors. We also always enjoy Aloha Mixed Plate and Star Noodle. The Hyatt used have a Ululani's, but I think the next closest one is in Kahului (you might want to stop there on your way from the airport before you check in at Kaanapali).
I second these recommendations. 🤙🏻
 

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The Fish Market and Honokowai Okazuya at Lower Honoapiilani Road. Ulu Kitchen at Westin Hotel (next to Whaler Village) part of Merriman group is new when I was there in Spring, outside seatings are fantastic on a nice day. Sansei at Kapalua has 50% off HH on Sundays and Mondays. I like Cafe O’Lei at the Plantation. As for food truck, Aloha Braise.
 

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HVC: The Point at Poipu, 3 deeded weeks, 1 of which is in The Club.
When we stay at Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui (new name) we like going next door to the Beach Club Restaurant in the back at the Aston Kaanapali Shores. Nice menu and many tables have a view of the sunset. Of course, you can also go to the Honoapiilani Food Truck Park for a wide selection of fast food.
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We really enjoy the Happy Hour, 2-4:45 pm, at the Sea House Restaurant,
5900 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina, HI 96761.
 

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Hula Grill, Leilani's, and Monkeypod in Whalers Village
Mala Ocean Tavern on Front Street near Cannery Mall
 

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HVC: The Point at Poipu, 3 deeded weeks, 1 of which is in The Club.
Duke's Beach House in the Honua Kai condos north of the Westin's in North Kaanapali
How could I forget Duke's? My favorite picture taken in Hawaii was from our table one night when we had an excellent dinner at Duke's.

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When we stay at Hilton Vacation Club Ka'anapali Beach Maui (new name) we like going next door to the Beach Club Restaurant in the back at the Aston Kaanapali Shores. Nice menu and many tables have a view of the sunset. Of course, you can also go to the Honoapiilani Food Truck Park for a wide selection of fast food.
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That's where we're staying too, so that will be a nice option for us-- thank you!
 

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Thank you all! Being allergic to seafood can make eating at certain restaurants challenging, so having all these options is so helpful. Anyone have a recommendation for good pizza? We're going to miss Lahaina Pizza Company!
 

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Pizza Paradiso, near Java Jazz in the Times Market shopping center used to be good. I haven't been back to Maui since the fire, though.
 
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Long ago, Pizza Paradiso was located in Whaler's Village. They then moved to their current location many years ago. They've been around a long time, which attests to their product being good.
 

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For Pizza we enjoy Dollies Pub and Cafe, 4310 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina.
 

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Just got an email that Coco Deck is opening tomorrow! This is located across the street from Mala, where Duckine was before the fire.

"Coco Deck Lahaina offers a blend of Mexican, Local, American, and Seafood cuisine."


This is part of the Hana Hou Hospitality group that also owns Mala, Pizza Paradiso, Down The Hatch (not sure if they have a location other than the one that burned), Pineapple Robot and Breakwall Shave Ice. I generally like their restaurants.
 
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Just got an email that Coco Deck is opening tomorrow! This is located across the street from Mall, where Duckine was before the fire.

"Coco Deck Lahaina offers a blend of Mexican, Local, American, and Seafood cuisine."


This is part of the Hana Hou Hospitality group that also owns Mala, Pizza Paradiso, Down The Hatch (not sure if they have a location other than the one that burned), Pineapple Robot and Breakwall Shave Ice. I generally like their restaurants.

Thanks for posting! I'll stop by in the next few days and try it.
 

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I'd be interested in reading your review...
 

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For Pizza we enjoy Dollies Pub and Cafe, 4310 Lower Honoapiilani Rd, Lahaina.
Dollies has always been our favorite on Maui. On our last trip we did really enjoy Pizza Madness in Kihei too.🤙🏻
 

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HVC: The Point at Poipu, 3 deeded weeks, 1 of which is in The Club.

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Someone else mentioned Castaway Cafe and i second that. Fabulous Huevo Ranchero. Also if you want to try the best ever glazed cinnamon roll check out Papi's Ohana in Kahana. Absolutely one of the best, if not the best, I've ever eaten.
 

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The ABC store in Kapalua has a delicious coconut shrimp meal. They serve prime rib as well, but Rick is fond of the loco moco and the burger.
 
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