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Our top picks for less expensive restaurants on Maui

There are many different types of restaurants in Hawaii. We have searched through all the restaurants and listed all the local ones. We have excluded national chains, as our goal is to get you to experience a more Hawaiian experience, as well as support more local Hawaii restaurants. If you would like to eat at a national chain, there are many around. Our recommendation is to venture out to these local restaurants to more fully experience your Hawaiian vacation. Below is a list of less expensive restaurants on Maui. If you know of a restaurant in Maui that should be on this list, please let us know why you feel that way. If you think a restaurant on this list doesn't deserve to be on here, let us know that as well.
Ululani's Shave Ice
Ululani's Shave Ice
  • Cool down the heat from the tropics with Ulalani's Hawaiian Shave Ice. One of the top-rated snack bars in Maui, it offers over 50 different flavors to try. The shaved ice comes from purified water while cane sugar makes it sweet - uber-sweet but okay for the body.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 10:30am-6:00pm

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TIME OPEN 10:30 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  7.00
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Kihei Caffe
Kihei Caffe
  • Whether you miss out on breakfast or love to start the day with the right food, Kihei Caffee has got you covered. The laid-back restaurant near the Maui shores and across Kalama Beach Park has an extensive collection of all-day breakfast meals you can pair with fresh fruit juices, milk, smoothies, or blended mocha drinks. Or you can enjoy home-grown ground coffee made into espressos, Americanos, or cold brew.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I Monday - Sunday 6:00am-2:00pm

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TIME OPEN 6:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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Star Noodle
Star Noodle
  • Star Noodles has perfectly captured the spirit of comfort food with its Asian-style menu options that include fresh noodle plates, nuoc cham wings, and starters worth sharing with friends and family. Each dish is also a culmination of over 10 years of culinary experience.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I Lunch & Dinner 10:30AM-9:00PM
    Make A Reservation

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TIME OPEN 10:30 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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Tin Roof Maui
Tin Roof Maui
  • The Tin Roof restaurant in Maui has one mission in mind: to remind you of the comforts of home in every bite. Chef Sheldon and his wife, Janice, captures these feelings perfectly with their flavorful dishes such as garlic shrimp cooked in lemon garlic butter sauce and roasted pork belly with patis vinaigrette. And just like at home, you can always go for extras here, like pickled onions and homemade kimchi.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open I Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am-8:00pm
    Takeout Only I No reservations

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TIME OPEN 10:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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Acevedo’s Hawaicano Cafe
Acevedo’s Hawaicano Cafe
  • Should it be Mexico or Hawaii? Why don’t you have the best of both worlds? Acevedo’s Hawaiicano Café serves some of your favorite Pacific Rim dishes with a Mexican twist. Think about fish ceviche made with citrus-cured fish and then topped with chipotle aioli and guacamole or Da Cali burritos that serve French fries instead of Mexican rice.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open I Monday - Saturday 11:00am-6:00pm
    Closed I Sundays

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TIME OPEN 11:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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Coconuts Fish Cafe
Coconuts Fish Cafe
  • When you want delicious fresh dishes with prices that are easy on the pocket, Coconut's Fish Cafe is highly recommended. The award-winning, well-loved restaurant serves meals like grilled ono and taco mountain from locally sourced ingredients, served at tables that resembled like a surfboard, the ideal symbol of the island's fun, laid-back spirit.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 11:00am - 9:00pm

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TIME OPEN 11:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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808 Deli
808 Deli
  • Sometimes, when you’re having too much fun, who’s got time to really enjoy a fancy meal, right? The 808 Deli serves quick, easy-to-bring sandwiches, paninis, gourmet hot dogs, and salads so you can feed yourself anytime of the day. Of course, you can always begin every morning with some savory such as an egg sandwich or sweet breakfast like a yogurt parfait to start the day right.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 9:00am - 5:00pm

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TIME OPEN 9:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  12.00
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Eskimo Candy Seafood Market & Cafe
Eskimo Candy Seafood Market & Cafe
  • Don’t be misled by the name. Eskimo Candy doesn’t sell ice cream, but that’s all right since it also one of the leading leaders in the seafood industry. This means one thing: if you’re looking for the freshest seafood meal, this is the place to be. And you can have one anytime, yes, including breakfast!

    Restaurant Hours
    Open I Monday - Friday 10:30am-4:00pm
    Closed I Saturdays & Sundays

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TIME OPEN 10:30 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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Fish Market Maui
Fish Market Maui
  • Maui’s Best is proud to serve its delicious signature tacos served with your preferred meat: fish, kalua pork, or shrimp. You also get double-corn tortillas topped with pico de gallo and cabbage all for no more than $5. For a more filling meal, grab any of the fish market plates served with mac salad and rice.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 11:00am - 7:00pm

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TIME OPEN 11:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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808 Grindz Cafe
808 Grindz Cafe
  • Care to have a truly heavy meal? The 808 Grindz Café has got you covered. Try their signature $8.08 all-day menu that includes the Kawabanga breakfast composed of three eggs, 2 pieces of Spam, 2 strips of bacon, and 2 Portuguese sausages! The pancakes and waffles will impress you too with their specialty flavors like hazelnut with Nutella, rocky road to Hana, and maple bacon and macnut.

    Restaurant Hours
    Open Daily I 7:00am - 2:00pm

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TIME OPEN 7:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  15.00
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Cheeseburger in Paradise, Maui
Cheeseburger in Paradise, Maui
  • Not all cheeseburgers are created equal. For a burger with an attitude, don’t miss Cheeseburger Nation. Each cheeseburger features soft buns, juicy and tender patties, and a generous helping that it can satiate your appetite fast. Completing the experience is the exceptional aloha experience from friendly and efficient staff.

    Note: Due to the Lahaina Maui fires, this restaurant is currently closed. If we see that they reopen, we will update this page. If someone sees it before us, please send us a message to remove this note.

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TIME OPEN 11:00 AM AVERAGE MEAL PRICE  10.00
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