Don’t Miss the Best Food Truck Spots on Maui | Where to Eat on Maui, Hawaii

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo for watching! Leave a comment to share your favorite Maui Food Truck! For more food truck info, check out this article thehawaiivacationguide.com/maui-food-trucks/ !

[@joelnguyen3875]

My wife and I are fully vaccinated and a big believer of wearing masks and social distancing. But we have paid and booked everything we need for a maui vacation months in advance for September 14. Should we try to get a refund and if we can go will it even be worth it with all the restrictions?

[@picktowinCV]

@@joelnguyen3875 we are kind of in the same boat. Booked and paid in Feb., arriving Maui Sept 5. Been a rough year for us so we were really looking forward to this. After looking into possible refund, if even possible, we have decided that we are going. We will do what we can do and enjoy whatever it is we do. A local news station here in the Bay Area said yesterday that a number of people have canceled upcoming trips, which might be helpful for those of us who do go. We understand the situation we are going into and we will make the best of it!

[@johnvataros1538]

Masel Tov

[@cdub4693]

Love this couple. The best smiles and information on KZbin.

[@chrisaddison4691]

Who in there right mind doesn’t like a good food truck 🤣🤣🤣, well done guy’s, another fantastic job. 👍🇨🇦😎❤️

[@marcielston3019]

We're booked into the Westin for 7 days in January, Looks like many food truck meals in our Maui future!

[@jorgelcq]

You guys are life savers. Just arrived to Maui and we saw a bunch of trucks but we had no idea if they're good or not. Thank you!!!

[@Andresgamino15565]

Hola !!! Pudieran tradusirlo al ESPAÑOL .. me encanta ver sus videos … I loved Guys ❤️ saludos desde CALIFORNIA 🇺🇸 🙋🏻‍♀️

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Hola! thanks for watching!

[@rannyreynolds3152]

NOT FAIR! I watched this an hour before dinner, and, am really hungry!

[@cateranoverlord8116]

Taste of Aloha, the Smash Burger is awesome!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing the tip!

[@kristychao3128]

I checked out the Kaanapali food truck park a few weeks again, while vacationing in Maui. It was a great option for our family since there were 9 of us, and everyone could choose what type of food they wanted. We made the mistake though of going around 6:30, so lines were very long and wait time for food was around an hour for the more popular trucks. We decided to take a walk down to the beach to watch the sunset, then came back an hour later when lines were a little shorter. I definitely recommend going early when they open (I think around 4:30-5) to avoid long waits. Most of our group got food from the Mexican place or Hooked (seafood plates). Both were pretty decent. Definitely looking forward to checking out some other food trucks next time I’m in Maui!

[@lisagoodgame8969]

We drove out of the airport rental car lot and right into one of the Costco food truck parks when we arrived just after noon. I had fish tacos from Da Nani Pirates, husband had poke (forgot the truck name) and coffee from Kraken. It was a great lunch! Later in the trip we hit up the Satori sushi truck in Makawao during our Haleakalā bike trip and it was exceptional.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Satori is a good one. Makawao has good trucks. Thanks for sharing!

[@Cruisingfoodies]

Can't wait to check out the Maui food truck scene! We just posted O'ahu's Food Truck Fest

[@kaiwildly3938]

Thanks guys. We will be in Maui for 9 days in October and we will definitely be doing some food truck eats. Love your videos.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for watching! Enjoy those trucks!

[@MrsInvest]

Thank you for mentioning vegan options! 🌱

[@dv1216]

I miss Brekkie Bowl that used to be parked off Ohukai near extra storage space in Kihei. Sole brother rocks, krakens and Abiki food trucks are my go to. P.S. it’s fun watching Henry grow….he’s an awesome little boy. My little guy is now 31!🍂🍁

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for the tips on the food trucks! He is growing up fast and enjoying life out here!

[@gogreen1502]

Thanks so much for this post and ALL your videos . Coming over in 2 1/2 weeks and can’t get restaurant reservations . Looking forward to exploring the food trucks and hoping for less crowds 😎🌴.

[@NoelMorata]

Great video I'll have to stop by a few of these next time I'm in Maui guys

[@tinalee-rodriguez2267]

Aloha Jordan and Erica! Thank you for this helpful video! Looking forward to coming back to Maui for our 3rd visit. Never tried a food truck, but now looking forward to it. The Thai Me Up food truck sounds very appealing to me. Loved Mama's Fish House on Mother's Day this past May and was a crossed off from my bucket list. Have another beautiful day in Paradise and mahalo!

[@jjean9298]

I'm so grateful for your videos and tips. We went to the food trucks tonight and ate at 4 different places and are excited to return tomorrow. Hubby and I loved our hurricane and sweet chili bowls at Vidads (and so did our teens who finished what we couldn't). Youngest loved Tsunami Burger. Oldest had an amazing salad/sweet potato/Mahi mahi from Abiki's. (That's where I'm eating next.) Son won't get fish and chips again from Da Nani Pirate, but he hasn't given up on them and will try again. Going for Kraken in the AM! Your info really helped us decide where to go. Thanks! The vibe there is fabulous.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks so much Jodi! Glad to hear you enjoyed the Kihei food trucks. There are lots of good ones around Kihei. We appreciate the comment. Let me know how Da Nani is the second time. We were recently disappointed at their Ka'anapali location.

[@parulnag1091]

Thanks for all the info..we love your videos ..we are coming to Maui next week & have heard a lot about the food trucks there 😊 your video is gonna be really handy for us..Thanks again 👍

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip and enjoy those food trucks!

[@priscillareads]

I’m going to Hawaii next May (hopefully. Who knows what will happen with covid!) and I’m like EXTREMELY super pumped about all the food trucks!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great time and enjoy the local grindz!

[@MarcVargas]

Thank you guys for the recommendations, My family and I just came back from visiting Maui and the food trucks were definitely a highlight in our trip! Thanks again! P.S (I was the one who said hello at the airport) you guys definitely made our trip enjoyable.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

We enjoyed meeting you at the airport! Glad you made it home safely. Enjoy your next trip to Hawaii! I’m sure you will be back.

[@annjoseph26]

You guys are awesome! My hubby planned a last minute trip to Maui and we’ve been binge watching your videos to help. The Costco park was the best spot since we were hungry right after the flight. Please keep it up 👍🏾 🤗🌺

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Mahalo for watching! have a wonderful trip on Maui and enjoy more food trucks!

[@D.E._Sarcarean]

At Kaanapali food trucks, there is this smoothy place that is amazing. They have one that's chocolate and banana, and is around $5 for a small.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for sharing!

[@melaynahardin9880]

I love your videos. Y’all are the best.

[@jonathanmason8104]

I miss Nobu..the pink truck by Napa Auto Parts.

[@jasonlaurain5119]

Haha my fiancee is still tickled that we ran into you folks at Tommy Bahama's! Hattie & Henry are so adorable. Keep up the great work!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for saying hi! Henry was full of energy that afternoon. I hope you have a great vacation and thanks for watching.

[@donnaw1835]

So happy you mentioned Aloha Eats at the Lahaina Cannery Mall. It was fantastic. My son got the “fish” tacos and said they were as good as he’s ever gotten anywhere and he’s not vegan. He lives in Honolulu and has had a lot of fish tacos. I had the barbecued “pork” sliders (I’m the plant-based one) and they were great.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Their pulled pork is so good. Never guess it’s made from bananas. Thanks for sharing your review! That place makes going plant-based look easy.

[@donnaw1835]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Wow! Youʻre right. I would have never guessed it was bananas.

[@bos6782]

Love your channel, will be in Maui this month and have pretty much taken many of your ideas and suggestions and have made my itinerary. Thank you both.

[@VisitLiveLoveMaui]

Just want to mention another foodtruck recently started in Kihei at the South Maui gardens. :). I like this video and the blog that goes with this! Mahalo!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing! Next week’s video will feature South Maui Gardens!

[@nyleah411]

We got here last weekend and are leaving this Wednesday, we’re going to try these! Thank you!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip!

[@nyleah411]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Got back a couple of days ago. Already missing Hawaii:(

[@melissaready3547]

This is awesome! Thank you. My husband and I are taking our first trip to Maui the beginning of September. 😁🤗

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a wonderful trip in September!

[@mrs.c2793]

Thai me up ❤️

[@MrSamb888]

You forget upcountry food truck seen which is amazing, Haiku Maui

[@billhobartclairvoyantmedium]

I LOVE food trucks! I will never cook ❤️

[@rogerhokansson5771]

Thanks for all your suggestions! So incredibly helpful! But after watching many of your vids i am more confused than ever of what island i want to visit most the first!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

😂 best of luck! Flip a coin, you can’t go wrong.

[@rickliners6123]

Very helpful video. Our family spent a week in Maui last November. We were curious about the food trucks but hesitant, so we did not try any. Wish I had seen this video beforehand. We love the island and plan on returning later this year. Will come armed with good info and renewed sense of adventure when deciding on dinner options. Food trucks will definitely be on the docket next time. Aloha!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Hit up those trucks next time! I just updated our maui food truck guide so use that Ada reference thehawaiivacationguide.com/maui-food-trucks/

[@brianperko1525]

I agree with Jordan, food trucks are the way to go in general. I can't wait to try some when we visit next year. Thanks for this video. Love the channel!!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for the comment and watching! See ya next year!

[@marissat6325]

Been going to gestes & Thai me up for a long time. 2 of my family’s favorite places to eat at.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

can't go wrong with those two!

[@ahhitskatie9094]

Rewatching this for a third time - such a fun video!! Can tell Maui must truly have an incredible food truck selection. If you could only eat from one Maui food truck for the rest of your life, what would it be?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha Earth Eats as their plant based menu will probably keep me alive longer and it’s good. Kalei’s Lunchbox if I didn’t mind gaining some weight with a smile on my face for every meal.

[@tedcormier1736]

Awesome video. I am visiting Maui during Christmas and I presume restaurants will be packed (they already are, I hear) so food trucks and grab&go will be my staples. Staying in the Kaanapali/Lahaina area.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Book now for Christmas reservations if they are taking them. The holidays are always busy on the islands. Food trucks will be a great option

[@tedcormier1736]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Believe me, I had this vacation booked in early November 2020 at much cheaper prices, when covid lockdowns were still in place.... I would have to be a rich man to afford todays prices. All that is left are suites with poor locations or the luxury resorts where you are charged $1500/night for a parking lot view. I also have my excursions booked. Sorry, you were probably referring to restaurant bookings, I have a couple booked

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Yes, very expensive now. Nice job booking early.

[@michaelcrabtree2939]

Koko grindz is now smash maui food truck.

[@austinmckell7444]

We are coming to Maui next Friday!! Can’t wait! Staying at the Hyatt Regency then moving over to the Andaz.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Have a great trip! Those are wonderful places to stay.

[@TheRealMB]

Great Vid👍👍. Spot on! We come to Maui (From MI) every October (House shopping there as well). We are hoping someone from Da Kitchen Family keeps the legacy going on a food truck maybe? Loved that place. Also gotta try that one with the Chef from Mama's. Thanks for the tip!!!!

[@kathyhedges5064]

Did you know they are sharing space with Piko Cafe in Kihei? Was recent I saw it posted and plan to confirm it in person later this month.

[@TheRealMB]

@@kathyhedges5064 We we're just there last month and it's official! We ate there 3 times! LOL. But! The restaurant called South Shore Grindz that's in their old Kihei location now? I think I like just as much. Everyone needs to try that place. The Mochiko Chicken and Teri Beef at Southshore Grindz is 2nd to NONE! Our new favorite.

[@plumeria66]

Thank you. I’m gonna try these food truck parks. I bought a plate once at a food truck at Home Depot parking lot and it was not very good. Had to throw it away as it was tasteless and dry. Hope to have better luck.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

those food trucks have mostly moved to the Costco Food Truck Park. There are a lot of trucks to try so don't be dismayed!

[@ArekSuroboyo1]

Braddah Hutts Hawaiian BBQ in Hana is incredible

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That is a wonderful recommendation, just outside of Hana after the food truck parks. Makai side

[@ArekSuroboyo1]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide I used to love the ramen food truck at Costco park called iine ramen but they're closed for good. It was authentic Japanese owned and amazing ramen.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That was a great one. We lost a few good places in the last two years. The new ramen food truck is good but not sure how it compares!

[@62orbetter4]

Hello Jordan and Erica. We just bought your Hawaiian vacation guide to Maui. We will be in Maui one week from today! Staying at the Royal Lahaina hotel. Hey? We’ve heard that much of south west Maui was flat it out by heavy rain storms. Will you make an update video destroyed me this? We’re kind of a void in research and tourist sites and Southwest Maui

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

thanks for grabbing our Wayfinder itinerary and enjoy your trip to Maui next week!! Kihei got a lot of rain this past winter but I wouldn't say it got wiped out. We don't usually recommend beaches in that area as they are good for walking but not popular for beach days.

[@62orbetter4]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Hey what’s your recommendation for a sunset boat dinner live music tour? I didn’t seem to see that in your publication. It looks like could be a lot of fun watching the sunset over the beach in a boat as we have dinner! And that’s the hula!. We are here right now. I’m overlooking the water at the Royal Lahaina resort in cottage bungalows

[@rocco5904]

Love your videos just one suggestion on the best places to go if you could say the names it would help my wife is dyslexic and she would be able to keep up easier but love yalls family I'm italian and my family values are a lot like yours

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for the feedback Rocco! Thanks for watching with the family!

[@bunbunchau9111]

The noodle soup with crab look so good! Which food truck is that from? Thank you so much! I enjoy watching them alot!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

That’s from the north shore noodle bar at Costco food truck park. It was great. A ramen bar

[@bunbunchau9111]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Thank you!!

[@anatolykugay6184]

Hi, we love your videos so we booked our trip to Maui in the end of September. Is it possible if Hawaii will be on lockdown again? I’m worrying coz all trip is not refundable and looking for advice. Tia

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It depends on new cases and hospital rates. State officials wish to avoid a lockdown but could impose other restrictions like vaccine card to get into restaurants. We don’t know. No one knows.

[@bilguana11]

Great report. On our 2018 Maui trip we went to the Thai Mee Up truck in Kulamalu near Longs Drugs and enjoyed shrimp pad Thai. The next week we took our group to the then two food trucks in Hana; one was fresh fish the other burgers. Everyone was happy. I don't know if those are still there.

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Thanks for sharing Bill! Probably Da Fish Shack as that is a famous one in Hana. Always good.

[@GrantButler]

Do you got a Big Island food truck video?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Afraid not but they have a lot of good trucks around the island.

[@sheilanaduriak1269]

Can you do a food truck and/or restaurant vid for Oahu soon, please? I am planning on going to Oahu (Waikiki) in late November 2021

[@perniada93]

Hello! I have a question, I’m sure everyone does! But thank you so much for sending out emails and updating is on KZbin as Well. I have a wedding in Maui, oct 18th at 5 palms. Not too many people approximately 20. Just wondering since it’s in October if postponing would be best or maybe keeping as planned for now ?

[@birdman5223]

U guyz rock👍👍👍

[@rknight9561]

Love it! Coming next month, you guys Have mask recommendations for most comfortable?

[@johnco781]

We are heading there at the end of next month as well. Waiting to depart date is killing me.

[@joelnguyen3875]

My wife and I are fully vaccinated and a big believer of wearing masks and social distancing. But we have paid and booked everything we need for a maui vacation months in advance for September 14. Should we try to get a refund and if we can go will it even be worth it with all the restrictions?

[@ashleyjohnson220]

Less than 2 months and now worried about having to postpone our vacation bc of covid.

[@lesliecreason4803]

When was this footage shot please?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Majority was shot over the past couple weeks. Some is a year old or more. We have collected it as we have gone.

[@georginapadilla8745]

Hello, we’re here at Maui and we’re really scared, some guy tried to take our car and he was following us all over the freeway, we called the police because he was driving crazy. We’re so confused now. 🥺

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

so sorry to hear that. I've never heard of that happening. I hope the police can help.

[@tracymartocchio3750]

Hi Jordan & Erica! I love your videos! They are so informative & enjoyable to watch! My family & I are going to Hawaii in May & I was wondering if you guys have any recommendations for restaurants on each island? We definitely want to try eating from some food from food trucks along the way while on each island, but I was told that reservations are recommended if not required for eating breakfast, lunch & dinner at some restaurants on all of the islands? Any restaurants that are “musts” to eat at? Thank you in advance for your help! Tracy Martocchio 😃🌊🥥🏝☀️🍍

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Aloha Tracy, there are a lot of places that don't require a reservation on the islands but for those that do, book early as this summer will be busy plus staff shortages. You can check out our Kauai food truck article here: thehawaiivacationguide.com/kauai-food-trucks/ We share our favorite places to eat in our Hawaiian island itineraries: thehawaiivacationguide.com/best-hawaii-itineraries/

[@tracymartocchio3750]

@@TheHawaiiVacationGuide Hi Jordan & Erica! Thank you for your information! I look forward to watching these videos & learning about the restaurants & which ones to go to! Thx again! Tracy Martocchio 😀🌊☀️🏝✈️🍍🕶🌺

[@johnwiebe5702]

I got a question do you have to be vaccinated to go to Hawaii Or can you do it with a negative covid test

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

You don’t have to be vaccinated. You can do the test.

[@johnwiebe5702]

OK cause we're coming there next month so just wanted to make sure thank you so much

[@monicazepeda9660]

Mahalo, do they take cash only?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

a small amount of trucks are cash only. Most accept card.

[@sportsMike87]

Do most of them take cards or cash only?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Good question. Most take cards or Venmo. There are some that are still cash only. Always good to have cash on you if planning to hit up some trucks.

[@tracyworby4620]

Do you need cash to eat at these?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

Some you do so bring cash but most take card

[@beautyforashes123]

If you had to pick your favorite food truck park, which would it be?

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

The two near Costco for the best selection and opening times. A great truck is always available.

[@sportsMike87]

Hope less people will be traveling there in November when I’m there!

[@TheHawaiiVacationGuide]

It is looking like it. September feels less crowded but we will wait for the official numbers.

[@rickg1137]

food trucks are a rip off; small meals ,very expensive , and not even good food, $45 on average for 2 people. the only good thing is the expirience to sit outside having a meal. pu are better off going to a restaurant you will pay almost the same for bigger and tastier meals.