Restaurants

A fan-favorite with surfboard tables and island flair, Coconut’s Fish Cafe is everything a Kihei lunch spot should be—bright, cheerful, and full of flavour. Known for their award-winning fish tacos stacked high with 17 ingredients, Coconut’s has carved out a name for itself in the Maui food scene by keeping things real, simple, and satisfying. Whether you’re grabbing a post-beach bite or sitting down for a quick dinner, the team behind the counter treats everyone like ohana.

Ask any local where to get the best breakfast in town, and you’ll likely hear the same answer: Kihei Caffe. This iconic Maui staple has been waking up the south shore since 1998 with strong coffee, heaping plates, and a lineup of Hawaiian-style classics that keep the line out the door. Don’t let that line scare you—it moves fast, and the crew inside keeps things friendly, efficient, and full of aloha.

A local institution in Keokea for more than 30 years, Grandma’s Coffee House is known for its strong organic coffee, homemade food, and no-frills, welcoming vibe. The coffee is grown and roasted onsite from beans cultivated on the slopes of Haleakalā, and the breakfast and plate lunch menus feature hearty local-style dishes with a homemade feel. Whether you're fueling up before a day in Upcountry Maui or stopping in for a casual lunch, Grandma’s feels like a step back into old Hawaiʻi—complete with strong brews, comfort food, and plenty of aloha.