Hawaiian and local food on Maui

On Maui, try the laulau plate at Da Kitchen in Kīhei, Aloha Mixed Plate in Lāhainā (reopened after the fire), and Sam Sato's in Wailuku for Maui's famous dry mein noodles. For a full traditional spread with poi, the Old Lāhainā Lūʻau reopened at its original spot in March 2024.

• Da Kitchen: 1215 S. Kīhei Rd., Kīhei; laulau plate and mixed plates are local favorites.
• Aloha Mixed Plate: Lāhainā; listed as open in 2026 recovery updates.
• Sam Sato's: Wailuku; known for dry mein, a Maui-style saimin without the soup.
• Old Lāhainā Lūʻau: 1251 Front St.; reopened March 12, 2024; traditional family-style feast with poi (about $230 adults).
• Mama's Fish House (Pāʻia): upscale, with poi and taro sides.
• Grab-and-go: local poi is often sold in grocery and liquor store coolers (for example Tamura's in Kīhei).
• Hours change and many small spots sell out or close early; call or check online before you go.

Sources: Hawaiʻi Guide: Maui dining (June 2026) · Hawaiʻi Guide: Top poi spots on Maui (Mar. 2026) · Hawaiʻi Magazine: Sam Sato's dry mein

Last checked Oct. 29, 2026. Hours, fees and rules can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.