Offering tender, slow-cooked barbeque with tangy sauce, Smokehouse BBQ is a great place to escape the crowds and unwind, over a cold beer and rack of ribs or pulled pork sandwich.

A small outdoor bistro, Sunrise Café makes for a nice start to the day or escape from the midday heat.  They serve up basic bagel sandwiches and salads, and a full line of smoothies, pastries and coffee drinks.

Hime Sushi is the most convenient place to grab your raw chef favorites in Honokowai.

Thai Chef is a cozy, inviting restaurant offering fresh and flavorful food with attentive service at reasonable prices.  They also have a full vegetarian menu, in addition to meat and seafood dishes.

Some of the most delicious baked goods on the island are served here for affordable prices. The blueberry muffins and croissants are to die for. Lunch fare includes homemade soup and hearty sandwiches on fresh-out-of-the-oven bread. A good bet for early birds.

Recently opened in the New Lahaina Gateway Center, The Melting Pot brings fondue to Maui.  Fondue choices include fine cheeses and flavorful broths for meats, seafood and veggies or smolderin ...

For authentic, New York-style pizza and free, all-day delivery within the Lahaina area, call or visit Vinny’s Pizzeria. They also make delicious meatballs and chicken wings, along with a few salads, calzones, heros and melts.

For quick, inexpensive Japanese sushi and other items, visit Zushi Inc.