Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(
www.joysplacemaui.com
;
Island Surf Bldg, 1993 S Kihei Rd; breakfast $3-9, sandwiches $11-13;
8am-4pm Mon-Sat;
) The operative words here are organic, free range, locally har-
vested. The overstuffed sandwiches and daily specials like fresh fish tacos attract a loyal
following. In fact, Joy's sandwiches have proven so popular that they're now also sold at
Whole Foods (
Click here
) in Kahului.
Stella Blues
ECLECTIC $$$
(
874-3779;
www.stellablues.com
; Azeka Mauka II, 1279 S Kihei Rd; breakfast $6-15, lunch $9-13,
dinner $12-29; 7:30am-11pm;
) Named for the owners' favorite Grateful Dead song,
this local stand-by never skimps, and the eclectic menu offers something for every mood,
from Hawaiian-style banana macadamia-nut pancakes to pan-seared fresh fish and Maui
Cattle Co burgers. Stella Blues is also a great place to catch live music. Check its Face-
book page for the schedule.
Vietnamese Cuisine
VIETNAMESE $$$
(
875-2088;
www.mauivietnameserestaurant.com
;
Azeka Makai, 1280 S Kihei Rd; mains $10-19;
10am-9:30pm)
The restaurant's name and the strip-mall location may be ho hum, but
the curried lemongrass chicken with jasmine rice awakens the senses. Or take a trip
around the world with the
banh hoi,
a roll-your-own Vietnamese version of a burrito that
come with mint leaves, assorted veggies and grilled shrimp.
Pita Paradise
MEDITERRANEAN $$$
(
875-7679;
www.pitaparadisehawaii.com
;
Kihei Kalama Village, 1913 S Kihei Rd; mains $8-20;
11am-9:30pm)
Aloha. Yassou. Dig in. Enjoy gyros and kebabs inside or on the deck at this
low-key Greek favorite in the Triangle.
Drinking & Nightlife
Most bars in Kihei are across the street from the beach and have nightly entertainment.
Kihei Kalama Village, aka the Bar-muda Triangle (or just the Triangle), is crammed tight
with buzzy watering holes.
South Shore Tiki Lounge
BAR
