Food Scene
Star Noodle
1287 Front StreetDelicious food, well designed clean interior and great prices!
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman
10 Wailea Gateway PlLove their Happy Hour 3-5 pm everyday!
The original fish market! Great prices, big portions and fresh fish and located in quaint Paia town. Be prepared to look for parking- but great shopping and eating once you are there.
135 locals recommend
Paia Fish Market
100 Baldwin AveThe original fish market! Great prices, big portions and fresh fish and located in quaint Paia town. Be prepared to look for parking- but great shopping and eating once you are there.
Right on the beach at Napili Bay- best Happy Hour starting at 2pm. Can't beat the prices or the views.
107 locals recommend
Sea House Restaurant
5900 Lower Honoapiilani RdRight on the beach at Napili Bay- best Happy Hour starting at 2pm. Can't beat the prices or the views.
A Saigon Cafe
1792 Main StLovely little vietnamese/local restaurant. Decent prices for Maui
Local favorite- comfy little cafe in Kahului with free wifi and locally sourced and roasted coffee to take home or drink there. Also a yummy selection of pastries and light eats.
7 locals recommend
Maui Coffee Roasters
444 Hana HwyLocal favorite- comfy little cafe in Kahului with free wifi and locally sourced and roasted coffee to take home or drink there. Also a yummy selection of pastries and light eats.
Wailuku town coffee mainstay. Also offers light lunch and desserts. They sometimes have music and always have some local artist on display. Great spot to enjoy Wailuku's iconic First Friday celebration. You'll see everything from Judges to yogis in this quant local spot.
19 locals recommend
Wailuku Coffee Company
26 N Market StWailuku town coffee mainstay. Also offers light lunch and desserts. They sometimes have music and always have some local artist on display. Great spot to enjoy Wailuku's iconic First Friday celebration. You'll see everything from Judges to yogis in this quant local spot.
Love this Paia spot- long time local favorite. Stop by for crepes, salad or a late afternoon coffee or Happy Hour cocktail. Delicious! Local talented musicians on certain nights.
92 locals recommend
Cafe Des Amis
42 Baldwin AveLove this Paia spot- long time local favorite. Stop by for crepes, salad or a late afternoon coffee or Happy Hour cocktail. Delicious! Local talented musicians on certain nights.
Hard to label this local favorite- So popular they are in the process of opening their 5th location on Maui! Generally considered a liquor store but they have GREAT poke and lots of local treats to take out.
7 locals recommend
Tamura's Fine Wine & Liquors
199 Dairy RdHard to label this local favorite- So popular they are in the process of opening their 5th location on Maui! Generally considered a liquor store but they have GREAT poke and lots of local treats to take out.
Love this casual place with awesome views of the harbor. Great happy hour and delicious fish tacos- order them blackened! Good for breakfast too or a relaxing lunch after boat cruising.
27 locals recommend
Beach Bums BBQ & Grill
300 Maalaea RdLove this casual place with awesome views of the harbor. Great happy hour and delicious fish tacos- order them blackened! Good for breakfast too or a relaxing lunch after boat cruising.
Best mexcican food you will find on Maui. The Kahului and Kihei locations are better then the Lahaina location. I love their potato/cheese tamales with green chile sauce.
26 locals recommend
Amigo's
1215 S Kihei RdBest mexcican food you will find on Maui. The Kahului and Kihei locations are better then the Lahaina location. I love their potato/cheese tamales with green chile sauce.
Great prices on breakfast or lunch and delicious pastries and desserts.
7 locals recommend
Stillwell's Bakery & Cafe
1740 W Kaahumanu AveGreat prices on breakfast or lunch and delicious pastries and desserts.
Awesome fresh veggie creations, juices, acai bowls, raw desserts and wheat grass shots! A little loud and always busy- great little spot after an afternoon at the beach.
25 locals recommend
Choice
1087 Limahana PlAwesome fresh veggie creations, juices, acai bowls, raw desserts and wheat grass shots! A little loud and always busy- great little spot after an afternoon at the beach.
Parks & Nature
Local environment, free admission and plenty of secret spots for swimming in the cool fresh water. Bathrooms, pavillions, BBQ and beautiful gardens.
Kepaniwai Park
870 Iao Valley RdLocal environment, free admission and plenty of secret spots for swimming in the cool fresh water. Bathrooms, pavillions, BBQ and beautiful gardens.
Historic natural surroundings. Cool and calming for the spirit- bring your swimsuit and a towel for some jungle swimming!
30 locals recommend
Iao Valley
Historic natural surroundings. Cool and calming for the spirit- bring your swimsuit and a towel for some jungle swimming!
Cool mountain hiking on the slopes of Haleakala.
31 locals recommend
Makawao Forest Reserve Mountain Biking Trails
Cool mountain hiking on the slopes of Haleakala.
Hiking, camping, and serenity- plan to stay the night because there is no better way to see this Maui gem.
12 locals recommend
Kīpahulu Campground
Hiking, camping, and serenity- plan to stay the night because there is no better way to see this Maui gem.
One of Maui's newest outdoor gems- coastal trails following the beach and plenty of ancient Hawaiian history attached to this place.
6 locals recommend
Waihee Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge
Halewaiu RoadOne of Maui's newest outdoor gems- coastal trails following the beach and plenty of ancient Hawaiian history attached to this place.
Waihee Ridge Trail
Kahekili HighwayIt's an uphill battle but the views are so worth it!
Half way to Hana is the beautiful Keanae Peninsula. Full of history and sweeping views- if you can't make it to Hana this is a great turn around point.
Ke‘anae
Half way to Hana is the beautiful Keanae Peninsula. Full of history and sweeping views- if you can't make it to Hana this is a great turn around point.
This trail is not for the light hearted but oh what an adventure. Bring your swimming suit, water and lots of insect repellant. Also known as 13 crossings.
Makamakaole Stream
This trail is not for the light hearted but oh what an adventure. Bring your swimming suit, water and lots of insect repellant. Also known as 13 crossings.
This is a super popular South Maui beach. You will see locals and visitors alike. Great food trucks in the parking lot, no showers but there are porta-potties in the parking lot.
158 locals recommend
Makena Big Beach
This is a super popular South Maui beach. You will see locals and visitors alike. Great food trucks in the parking lot, no showers but there are porta-potties in the parking lot.
Bring your suit and go for a swim in the cleanest water this side of Haleakala! Entrance fee is $5 per car/ free for locals.
9 locals recommend
The Needle
Bring your suit and go for a swim in the cleanest water this side of Haleakala! Entrance fee is $5 per car/ free for locals.
Top windsurf and kiteboarding destination on Maui. Beautiful park with mature shade trees, clean restrooms, room to roam, swim, bbq, chill and board.
25 locals recommend
Kanaha Beach Park
Amala PlaceTop windsurf and kiteboarding destination on Maui. Beautiful park with mature shade trees, clean restrooms, room to roam, swim, bbq, chill and board.
Arts & Culture
Live music, outside on Maui. No need to say anything else.
138 locals recommend
Maui Arts & Cultural Center
1 Cameron WayLive music, outside on Maui. No need to say anything else.
Baldwin Home Museum
120 Dickenson StLovely piece of Maui history.
Shopping
Commonly known as the Maui Swap Meet open every Saturday 7am -1 pm on the University Campus. Bring your shopping bag and be ready to bargain!
12 locals recommend
Maui Exposition
310 W Kaahumanu AveCommonly known as the Maui Swap Meet open every Saturday 7am -1 pm on the University Campus. Bring your shopping bag and be ready to bargain!
We all know Costco lol! Best gas prices on the island and lots of organic food selections and outdoor/ocean gear. Local favorite place to shop and always busy! By far the cheapest gas on Maui.
161 locals recommend
Costco Wholesale
540 Haleakala HwyWe all know Costco lol! Best gas prices on the island and lots of organic food selections and outdoor/ocean gear. Local favorite place to shop and always busy! By far the cheapest gas on Maui.
Kumu Farms
1670 HI-30Fresh locally grown produce situated in the beautiful Maui Tropical Plantation.
The Queen K mall as it is affectionatly called by locals is Maui's only real mall. Two floors of open air shopping with Macy's and Sears being the flagship stores. Easily accessible by public bus- Great for people watching or to grab a few things to wear to the beach. Food court upstairs has a plenty to choose from and the movie theaters offer the latest releases.
28 locals recommend
Queen Ka'ahumanu Center station
The Queen K mall as it is affectionatly called by locals is Maui's only real mall. Two floors of open air shopping with Macy's and Sears being the flagship stores. Easily accessible by public bus- Great for people watching or to grab a few things to wear to the beach. Food court upstairs has a plenty to choose from and the movie theaters offer the latest releases.
Essentials
Central Maui's only full service health food store. Natural but pricey grocery store with plenty of fresh deli items and outdoor seating. 10% off the deli food bar on Wednesdays.
84 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
70 E Kaahumanu AveCentral Maui's only full service health food store. Natural but pricey grocery store with plenty of fresh deli items and outdoor seating. 10% off the deli food bar on Wednesdays.
Best health food store on the island-best prices, best selection and great health and beauty department. Buy everything here from soap and laundry supplies to bulk nuts and granola. Difficult to find parking because it's located in Paia town. Public parking off Hana Highway just past the stop light is a good alternative to street parking.
165 locals recommend
Mana Foods
49 Baldwin AveBest health food store on the island-best prices, best selection and great health and beauty department. Buy everything here from soap and laundry supplies to bulk nuts and granola. Difficult to find parking because it's located in Paia town. Public parking off Hana Highway just past the stop light is a good alternative to street parking.
Best prices on fresh produce much of it locally grown- lots of Asian fruits and veggies- fresh coconuts and dried herbs and spices.
Open Sundays too!
Rowena's Produce
230 Hana HwyBest prices on fresh produce much of it locally grown- lots of Asian fruits and veggies- fresh coconuts and dried herbs and spices.
Open Sundays too!
Low key health food store in Kahului. Vegetarian hot bar and deli. Loads of produce and an amazing array of bulk foods. Nice alternative to Whole Foods. Comfortable eating area upstairs in the AC and outside with views of Haleakala.
35 locals recommend
Down to Earth Organic & Natural - Kahului
305 Dairy RdLow key health food store in Kahului. Vegetarian hot bar and deli. Loads of produce and an amazing array of bulk foods. Nice alternative to Whole Foods. Comfortable eating area upstairs in the AC and outside with views of Haleakala.
Entertainment & Activities
Maui's only winery located on the cool slopes of upcountry Haleakala. $15 wine tasting and winery tours- worth a visit.
52 locals recommend
MauiWine
14815 Piilani HwyMaui's only winery located on the cool slopes of upcountry Haleakala. $15 wine tasting and winery tours- worth a visit.
Haven't done this yet, but would like too! Located close by operated by old school Maui family.
7 locals recommend
Mendes Ranch and Trail Rides, Inc.
3530 Kahekili HwyHaven't done this yet, but would like too! Located close by operated by old school Maui family.
My favorite go to beach for walking and swimming at the Cove. Great place to spend the afternoon watching turtles and jumping in the ocean.
75 locals recommend
Baldwin Beach Park
Baldwin ParkMy favorite go to beach for walking and swimming at the Cove. Great place to spend the afternoon watching turtles and jumping in the ocean.
Best spa on Maui- Spa Grande slays everytime!
22 locals recommend
Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
3850 Wailea Alanui DrBest spa on Maui- Spa Grande slays everytime!
Surf lessons and rentals for the beginner. Great location to hang for the day loads of places to eat and shop as well.
201 locals recommend
Kamaole Beach Park II
South Kihei RoadSurf lessons and rentals for the beginner. Great location to hang for the day loads of places to eat and shop as well.
Getting Around
Great rates located just off Airport road- free pick up and drop off to OGG. Pay attention to line item charges to make sure you are not overcharged.
Advantage Rent A Car
101 Airport RdGreat rates located just off Airport road- free pick up and drop off to OGG. Pay attention to line item charges to make sure you are not overcharged.
Maui's version of rent a wreck. I haven't used them but see plenty of their bumper stickers around the island. Located very close to my house. Good to shop around because there are several of these outfits on the island.
9 locals recommend
Manaloha Rent A Car
200 Waiehu Beach RdMaui's version of rent a wreck. I haven't used them but see plenty of their bumper stickers around the island. Located very close to my house. Good to shop around because there are several of these outfits on the island.
County info on the local bus system.
http://www.co.maui.hi.us/605/Bus-Service-Information
7 locals recommend
Maui Bus Transfer Stop
135 Lunalilo StCounty info on the local bus system.
http://www.co.maui.hi.us/605/Bus-Service-Information