Brandon Shim and Anthony Arakaki worry. They own and operate Pauwela Café in Haiku Cannery. Both born and raised on Maui with family going back generations, they recognize that the fight to stay on the island is increasingly a challenge. “We’re really tied to Maui, but my family comes first,” Shim, a graduate of Maui […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Place to Have a Mickey and Yell at Tourists: Moose McGillycuddy’s
BEST PLACE TO HAVE A MICKEY AND YELL AT TOURISTS Have you ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a bird, soaring high above the human masses below you, scouting targets for your waste disposal? Well, now you can. Situated upper level above Lahaina’s infamous Front Street, Moose McGillicuddy’s offers a rare bird’s […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Corner to Get Hit by a Car: Any of Them
BEST CORNER TO GET HIT BY A CAR Why did the chicken cross the road? He didn’t, he just got tagged by a silver convertible Mustang with an Enterprise sticker on the bumper and a family of four, fresh from the airport. The last time I checked, any street corner on Maui that has tourist […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Resort or Hotel on Maui: Grand Wailea
Best Resort or Hotel GRAND WAILEA Ah, the good life…if you must stay at a fancy resort on Maui, it might as well be the Grand Wailea Resort & Spa. Lush sprawling grounds perched high atop the sacred shoreline, swimming pools right on the beach for your convenience and a staff dedicated to meeting your […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Laundromat on Maui: Lipoa Laundry
Best Laundromat LIPOA LAUNDRY It’s air conditioned and full of open machines, so get your stinky drawers down to Lipoa Laundry for some good, clean fun. You can drop a load in and head over to Henry’s or Hapa’s for a cool one while you wait, or have a hot workout at Gold’s Gym and […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Place to Buy Lingerie on Maui: Love Shack
Best Place To Buy Lingerie LOVE SHACK For frilly negligees and panties galore, the Love Shack is indeed where it’s at. Lila knows her lace, ruffles, silk, sequins, leather and vinyl – so much so that this place will have you singing the thong song. Their playful girly atmosphere blends trashy with a touch of […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Beach on Maui: Big Beach Makena
Best Beach BIG BEACH MAKENA Mounds of soft sand, killer shore break and an as of yet unspoiled view – they don’t call it Big Beach for nothing. People flock from far and wide to visit this south side picture of paradise. On a calm day, you’ll find families frolicking in the ocean and vacationers […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Japanese Restaurant on Maui: Sansei
Best Japanese Restaurant SANSEI That’s right, sushi and Japanese food are two different meals. Get it together and get over to Sansei for a taste of the Pacific Rim. Tempting starters like the Seared Fresh Hawaiian Ahi Salad will have you begging for more. Try their Spicy Crab Stuffed Whole Lobster Tail if you’re feeling […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Breakfast on Maui: IHOP
Best Breakfast IHOP Is it the family atmosphere or the variety of syrups that keeps them coming? Maybe it’s the fantasy of a house filled with pancakes – fluffy buttermilk, banana nut, chocolate chip and those crispy hash browns on the side. The traditional breakfast hot spot, IHOP is packed on weekends with nostalgic crowds […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Sushi on Maui: Sansei
Best Sushi SANSEI With fancy names like Mango Crab Salad Handroll and Kapalua Butterfly, it’s got to be good. Sansei pairs the ambiance of fine dining with the delicate art of sushi, offering both at a decent price. Take a seat at the sushi bar and watch the chefs in action as they skillfully craft […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Lunch on Maui: Sushi GO!
Best Lunch SUSHI GO! Can you deny the allure of a lunch that’s already spinning across the table as you’re seated? “Home of the largest sushi conveyer-belt in the U.S.”, Sushi Go! is fast, affordable and tasty enough to satisfy. The fish is fresh and there’s plenty of variety – rich unagi sweetly sauced, spicy […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Thai Restaurant on Maui: Thai Chef
Best Thai Restaurant THAI CHEF When Thai Chef says hot, he means business. You want the curry? You can’t handle the curry. Red, green or yellow with veggies, chicken, beef, pork, shrimp or fish – the guy knows his stuff. Try the Green Papaya Salad or Spicy Seafood Combo Soup for starters, then choose from […]
MauiTime Best of Maui 2003: Best Pizza on Maui: Shaka Sandwich & Pizza
Best Pizza SHAKA SANDWICH & PIZZA Move over Domino’s, Shaka Pizza is still bringin’ it and Maui knows who to call for the good stuff. Talk about da kine, brah – New York style thin crust or thick Sicilian with homemade sauce and tons of cheese, Veggie Delight or Meat Combo, gourmet pizzas like Chicken […]